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Bootloader Install - Docomo Unlock

Docomo-branded Pixel devices (such as the Pixel 3) have been successfully unlocked and rooted by community members. Once the bootloader is unlocked, TWRP custom recovery can be installed, followed by Magisk for root access. However, unlocking may still require exploits on more recent Pixel models.

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In TWRP, go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe . Select Data, System, Cache, and Dalvik/ART Cache , then swipe to wipe. For modern encryption standards, you may also need to tap Format Data and type yes . docomo unlock bootloader install

For most modern Android devices, the official method uses Fastboot.

Download the official Android SDK Platform-Tools. Extract the folder to an easily accessible directory (e.g., C:\platform-tools ). Docomo-branded Pixel devices (such as the Pixel 3)

Historically, Docomo requests manufacturers to hard-lock the bootloader. On many Sony Xperia models, for example, checking the service menu will show Bootloader unlock allowed: No .

(Note: For modern devices using a virtual A/B partition structure, you may need to run fastboot boot recovery.img instead, then permanently flash recovery from within the TWRP interface). fastboot oem unlock 0x&lt;YOUR_KEY&gt; In TWRP, go to

Place the recovery image into your platform-tools folder and rename it to recovery.img .