New Qualcomm exploit chain brings bootloader unlocking freedom to Android flagships (Updated: Statement)

A new exploit, dubbed "Qualcomm GBL exploit," is being chained with other exploits to bring bootloader unlocking to several flagship phones.
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Xiaomi makes it harder to unlock your bootloader, stops Android updates if you do

Xiaomi just launched its new “HyperOS” skin for Android devices, but in a bit of a twist of the knife to enthusiasts, the company is not only disabling the option to unlock the bootloader but is also ...
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Xiaomi tightens bootloader unlocking restrictions on HyperOS

Xiaomi just introduced strict restrictions to unlocking the bootloader on its HyperOS-running phones, citing security and data protection. While MIUI devices offer some amount of flexibility in this ...
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No HyperOS updates, if you choose to unlock your Xiaomi phone’s bootloader

Recent leaks from Xiaomi Community China revealed a hidden “Bootloader Unlock Beta” option, suggesting the company’s intention to tighten bootloader unlocking procedures. The motivations behind these ...

Qualcomm GBL Exploit Reportedly Enables Bootloader Unlocking on Flagships

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Xiaomi HyperOS Won’t Be Available to Devices With Unlocked Bootloaders

But Xiaomi has confirmed that global devices with an unlocked bootloader won't receive the HyperOS update. And what's more interesting is that the brand is restricting Xiaomi 14 users to unlock the ...