Warning: This process will wipe your data. Proceed at your own risk. Unlocking may void your warranty and break banking apps.
Cause: You have a custom recovery (TWRP) or root.
Fix: Flash stock boot, system, and vbmeta images before relocking. se bootloader unlocking relocking 167z verified
fastboot oem unlock
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Boot into fastboot mode (Volume Down + Power) and run: Warning: This process will wipe your data
fastboot oem device-info
# Or for newer devices:
fastboot getvar all
Look for: (bootloader) unlocked: no and (bootloader) verity-state: verified (167z) Boot into fastboot mode (Volume Down + Power)
| Pros | Cons | | :--- | :--- | | Official, free method available via Sony. | Permanent loss of DRM keys (X-Reality, Bravia). | | Verified working on 167z customization. | Noticeable degradation in camera quality (low light). | | Easy to flash TWRP, Magisk, and Custom ROMs. | Relocking is risky and requires strict stock firmware. | | Relockable (restores security status for resale). | Warranty is technically voided upon unlock. |
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