Droid MAXX - Bootloader unlocked - Root away!

[Keith Garwick]

Just go to the web site taobao.com and search for droid maxx xt1080 unlock code. The email is there

 

[weircc]

i was able to purchase the code for my maxx1080 2014 model i ran through the steps when i type fastboot oem unlock xxxxxxxx the phone says (unlock) and then its sits there so i just power up normally, and then its like i never touched it. when i go back into fastboot it still says locked? what am i missing?

 

[Keith Garwick]

My bad, I forgot a HUGH step.... gotta edit my instructions....

after flashing recovery you need to scroll down one line using VOLUME DOWN key in BOOTLOADER menu to "Recovery". Then press the VOLUME UP key to select. You will now have android in distress (belly down with red alarm over it). Press and hold VOLUME UP for several seconds. Keep holding the VOLUME UP key and tap POWER key.

You will boot into TWRP recovery and you are all set!

Private message me if this does not work.
Keith

 

[weircc]

still no luck for me im guessing my code is no good tried everything

 

[RJS4856899]

Keith, I think you did not forget this. Look at instruction number 10 in your original post. Or do you mean that this has to be done a second time?

 

[Keith Garwick]

I actually did forget the VOLUME UP key and POWER key step in my original posting. I amended the instructions to include the step as best as I could describe, so the instructions should now be accurate.

 

[Keith Garwick]

Where are you at in the process? Somebody accurately posted earlier that the ROM version is not a factor in unlocking the bootloader, as this is a lower level routine and independent of the operating system version. If you can accomplish the "fastboot oem unlock" command with success then you should be in good shape. If, on the other hand, your phone does NOT unlock then you either have: 1) bad unlock code 2) bad ADB setup 3) improper command syntax. What is the assembly date on your device?

 

[weircc]

April 30 2014

 

[Keith Garwick]

Try this - with your phone on. Plug into your USB port, open a CMD window, type "adb devices" and hit enter. You should get a string of AlphaNumerics reporting that you have a successful bridge. If not, power down your phone and reboot into BOOTLOADER.

Next, scroll down to FACTORY and then press VOLUME UP to select - this does not reset your phone but is changes the bootup slightly. Now, power up the phone - make sure that USB debugging is selected in DEVELOPER and try the ADB DEVICES check again. If you still do not have a bridge then you have an issue with the ADB setup or hardware glitch on the computer.

If you do get a ADB DEVICES response, type "adb reboot bootloader" and hit ENTER. If you have a good bridge, this will take you back to BOOTLOADER mode on the droid. If it does not, then you definitely have a hardware/ADB problem.

If you do get back into BOOTLOADER MODE, type "fastboot oem unlock [enter your code here]" and hit enter - your code should flash and the bootloader will now report that it is unlocked. If you are able to get back to BOOTLOADER MODE but the unlock fails, then there is an issue with the unlock code.

Best of luck, let me know how it goes?

Keith

 

[weircc]

If you do get back into BOOTLOADER MODE, type "fastboot oem unlock [enter your code here]" and hit enter - your code should flash and the bootloader will now report that it is unlocked. If you are able to get back to BOOTLOADER MODE but the unlock fails, then there is an issue with the unlock code.

i can get here no problem computer is bridging when i hit enter just says process oem command: unlock... doesnt reset or nothing i have to reboot when i go back in to bootloader still says..... Device is LOCKED. status code: 0

 

[Keith Garwick]

I read your PM that you got it! Congrats on the unlock!!!! Have fun with the root and give a shot if you find any interesting ROMs or software.

I flashed CM11 and played around with it, but I eventually went back to stock ROM. Well, heavily modified stock ROM with LMT launcher and some toys thrown in.

 

[mistermatrix24]

Has anyone heard of unlock codes for 2013 MAXX's?

 

[pope3909]

still no luck for me im guessing my code is no good tried everything

Make sure that you are using the code only and not the IMEI plus the code that the Chinese guy sends in the email.

 

[mfive]

Anybody have a link or advice on how to enable the wifi tethering once the phone is unlocked? Sorry, total noob here and just need pointed in the right direction. There's so much BAD info out there I find when searching...

 

[mustang02]

Anybody have a link or advice on how to enable the wifi tethering once the phone is unlocked? Sorry, total noob here and just need pointed in the right direction. There's so much BAD info out there I find when searching...

Install Xposed framework from here.
Xposed Installer | Xposed Module Repository
Then install the module from within the app called - Moto tether or X tether. I think it was renamed.

 

[mfive]

Thank you sir!

Install Xposed framework from here.
Xposed Installer | Xposed Module Repository
Then install the module from within the app called - Moto tether or X tether. I think it was renamed.

 

[gamergirl]

Same same - I sent him Paypal ($45 now) last night around midnight (night owl) and received the unlock code this morning at 9am. I plugged it in and it works perfectly. Now, all I need to do is figure out the rooting part... LOL..

Would you mind pming me his email? Thanks so much =)

 

[gamergirl]

2014 build, no dice Thanks for the good info though!

 

[Keith Garwick]

Anybody have a link or advice on how to enable the wifi tethering once the phone is unlocked? Sorry, total noob here and just need pointed in the right direction. There's so much BAD info out there I find when searching...

Settings - Wireless & Networks - More... - Tethering & Mobile Hotspot - Mobile Hotspot

There ya' go, no need to install another app, it's already part of the ROM

 

[Aaron Blum1]

Gamer Girl what do you mean is it not working for your 2014 Droid Maxx?