Bankswood

Since the Droid X is my first Android Smartphone I don't know the difference in a locked and unlocked bootloader . What is the difference and what are the advantages? Is Motorola the only maker locking the bootloader?

Steven58

I don't believe Motorola is the only company locking its boot loader. Whereas you can put a rom and themes and do root stuff with a locked boot loader, you can't put a custom kernel in without bricking your device. The difference is that we are limited as to how far we can change our rom.

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Bankswood

Thanks Steven, wonder if HTC locks their equipment. The Thunderbolt is comong out soon.

Steven58

I heard that they were talking about it.

Bankswood

there was an article on MSN.com with leaked pics. Looks a lot like the EVO. Suppose to be introduced at the electronic show on Jan. 6

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