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Googlebook Bootloader Unlock Confirmed, Magisk Root Support Under Development
Key points
- Googlebook bootloader can be unlocked by advanced users.
- OEM unlocking must be enabled in Developer options.
- Magisk root support is in development for Googlebook.
- Developer John Wu sees Googlebook as ideal for Android modding.
Googlebook Bootloader Unlocking Process
Google has officially detailed the process for unlocking the bootloader on its Googlebook platform. This functionality is intended for developers and advanced users who wish to install custom versions of the operating system or test applications. Google notes that most users will not need to perform this action.
Steps for Unlocking
The bootloader unlock procedure mirrors that of other Android devices like Pixel phones. Users must first enable 'OEM unlocking' within the device's Settings menu under Developer options. Subsequently, a specific key combination (Esc + F2 + Power button) is used during startup to access advanced options where the bootloader unlock function is located.
Magisk Root Support Incoming
Following the bootloader unlock confirmation, Magisk developer John Wu announced via Twitter/X that Magisk root support for Googlebook is actively being developed. Wu described Googlebook as an 'ideal platform for Android modding,' citing issues with rooted modern Android smartphones where banking and other apps often break.
Implications for Android Modding
While some adjustments are required to fully integrate Magisk with Googlebook, its eventual availability will bring the benefits of a rooted device to the platform. This development could establish Googlebook as a significant device for Android enthusiasts interested in system-level modifications without the common app compatibility problems found on rooted smartphones.
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Reporting from
Google has confirmed that users can unlock the bootloader on Googlebook devices, enabling installation of custom operating systems or app testing. Concurrently, Magisk developer John Wu announced that Magisk root support is being developed for Googlebook, potentially making it a platform for Android modding.