Root [Verizon] The boot loader (US VERSION)

[c4v3man]

Team Epic has tested and gotten kexec working on the SGSIII, which will chainload custom kernels. So undervolting/overclocking/JB/etc kernels CAN now be used.

DO NOT APPLY ANY OTA UPDATES, as they may break the exploit being used.

Kexec, and a Proof-of-Concept Source-Built Kernel (Bootloader Workaround) - xda-developers

 

[Zoandroid]

I can confirm, through the Samsung Galaxy Support Team (Level 2), that the request for the ENCRYPTED bootloader (not just locked) was made by Verizon themselves, and Verizon was the ONLY carrier to want this...

The bootloader status is also part of the OEM/Carrier agreement between Samsung and VZW, and because of said agreement, VZW is the only party with the ability to unlock the device...

i got the vibe from the tech that i spoke to, that VZW requested this and that they would have refused the carry the device without Samsung agreeing to the the modification

Edit: I've also read from someone who has spoken with a Level 3 Samsung Tech...that the phones left Samsung and Verizon THEMSELVES performed the software modifications...this person got the vibe from his tech that Samsung was resistant to the modification, but that VZW went ahead with it anyway

This is a good explanation of why Verizon was also the last carrier to release the S3. They would have to physically connect to each and every phone to reprogram it with their custom BS. That takes time.

 

[Zoandroid]

Verizon sucks... Really, Verizon? The only US carrier to lock down the SGIII bootloader.

What a crappy distinction for Verizon.

Just got off the phone with a Verizon CS rep. She had absolutely no idea what I was talking about when I told her the reason why I wanted to cancel my preorder for the 2 SGIII phones I preordered for two lines on our family plan, "what's a bootloader?"

The phones are in the process of being sent out today, so I can't cancel the order. Will have to ship the phones back unopened, or return the phones unopened to a Verizon corporate store for credit back to my account.

I'm going to wait for all the contracts on all lines on our family plan to expire, then I'll seriously think about switching to another carrier. Been with Verizon for ages now.

It doesn't say "bootloader" on any of the CS deadhead computer screens, so they can't compute.

 

[jkc120]

Considering donating to the bounty thread on XDA:

[BOUNTY] First to Unlock or Patch Bootloader on Verizon Galaxy S III - xda-developers

Hopefully if enough $$$ gets thrown at it, a brilliant dev will spend the time to crack the bootloader.

 

[Metfanant]

Verizon Locks Bootloaders Because Unapproved Software on Devices Will Ruin the Earth – Droid Life

well at least Big Red is willing to acknowledge it

 

[Zoandroid]

The pot's already exceeding $1000.00 I jumped in too. If enough of us get behind this someone will surely work hard for a solution.

I wonder what it costs to 'turn' a VZW programmer?

 

[ajdroidx]

I like the way some people think:

]xda-developers - View Single Post - [BOOTLOADER] Locked bootloader research and news [Updated: 9/7/2012]

Hardware hacking, for the win

Hope they get something out of this. Though, I can't help but to wonder if the encryption does get cracked or bypassed, think it will not get anywhere due to a cease and desist letter?

 

[Metfanant]

I like the way some people think:

]xda-developers - View Single Post - [BOOTLOADER] Locked bootloader research and news [Updated: 9/7/2012]

Hardware hacking, for the win

Hope they get something out of this. Though, I can't help but to wonder if the encryption does get cracked or bypassed, think it will not get anywhere due to a cease and desist letter?

have been watching the threads over at xda very closely...this guy is legit, and seems VERY confident that he will have success going at this problem from the hardware level so i am very excited by the prospect...

though as a Droid X owner from day 1 i think some of my pessimism is justified

 

[Zoandroid]

have been watching the threads over at xda very closely...this guy is legit, and seems VERY confident that he will have success going at this problem from the hardware level so i am very excited by the prospect...

though as a Droid X owner from day 1 i think some of my pessimism is justified

It seems to be the case that if someone can figure out a way to make a lock, someone else can figure out how to pick it. So I think it will just be a matter of time. And with enough people supporting him, I hope he pulls through with flying crullers.

 

[Metfanant]

not for nothing, but if you guys want to have a front row seat for the fireworks...

http://webchat.freenode.net/

Channel is #verizons3

notice the title of the chat...

Home of the unnamed Verizon Galaxy S3 Dev Team ~ Root/recovery achieved. Kexec implemented. Radio interface layer cracked. AOSP is now a guarantee.

 

[ajdroidx]

Wow, never used web chat. Im there now, same username as here...

 

[Metfanant]

nothing is going to happen tonight, or probably tomorrow honestly...Adam Outler should be getting his phone Thursday and thats when the fun should begin

 

[ajdroidx]

Gotcha.

I hope he cracks the tar out of that thing.

 

[Zoandroid]

nothing is going to happen tonight, or probably tomorrow honestly...Adam Outler should be getting his phone Thursday and thats when the fun should begin

Go Adam Go !!!

arty:arty:

Here's an interesting article to read while we wait.

Why Verizon Shouldn’t Be Locking Some Bootloaders And What You Can Do To Help | TalkAndroid.com

 

[xliderider]

Here's an interesting article to read while we wait.

Why Verizon Shouldn

 

[jackdubl]

Just filed the complaint form to the FCC on the 2 GS3s I ordered. Maybe if enough of us do, Verizon will get some heat from the FCC.

I'll bet if enough of us do this something will happen. Maybe even before we upgrade again. I'll do it tonight from home.

 

[Dragbike Racer]

I filled out and sent the FCC form, we should get this on the main board because it sounds like locking the boot loader isn't the only infraction. To me it sounds like Verizon should not be able to remove the Samsung apps that they have on the international version, and lets not forget the WiFi popup.

 

[fbm111]

Like Google wallet?

 

[Metfanant]

Now there is talk of a $600 unsubsidized "Developer Edition" being released through the Samsung Developer Portal...

total BS...

 

[jkc120]

Now there is talk of a $600 unsubsidized "Developer Edition" being released through the Samsung Developer Portal...

total BS...

I was going to buy full retail. So this is great (for me).

 

[Metfanant]

I was going to buy full retail. So this is great (for me).

its happening...no word on availability/sizes/colors, but its going to happen...

 

[fbm111]

I still say that it will be unlocked shortly. I say it will be unlocked by the end of this weekend. The more people that get the phone the better chance that it will become unlocked.

 

[Metfanant]

I still say that it will be unlocked shortly. I say it will be unlocked by the end of this weekend. The more people that get the phone the better chance that it will become unlocked.

love your optimism...the two years ive spent with my Droid X have taught me otherwise...but i like that you still have the spirit! :five:

 

[fbm111]

I think this made the entire community upset. I think that most all Devs no matter what carrier has taken this personnelly. I know I would have. They are determined and hopefully it will prove to be waste of Samsung time and money and in future won't lock them.

 

[xliderider]

I think this made the entire community upset. I think that most all Devs no matter what carrier has taken this personnelly. I know I would have. They are determined and hopefully it will prove to be waste of Samsung time and money and in future won't lock them.

Samsung only locked the bootloader because Verizon insisted on it. Don't blame Samsung for this fiasco.