64GB Motorola Moto Z2 Force Edition AT&T Smartphone Expired

HOW TO UPDATE TO OREO:

Quote from arapahoelapland : Before following the above instructions (context to instructions: https://slickdeals.net/f/12409510-64gb-motorola-moto-z2-force-edition-at-t-smartphone-100-free-shipping?p=123370042#post123370042) install the official Motorola USB drivers here: https://support.motorola.com/us/en/drivers That will reduce the chances of bricking. You can actually allow Lenovo Moto Smart Assist to find and download the AT&T firmware itself too, without mucking around with update.zip. The instructions above are overall good though. I just recommend the above two modifications to them.

HOW TO UNLOCK:

This is based on several people's experiences. If you just got your phone in the box unopened, try to put in unlock request first through portal (see link below) as a non AT&T customer and use IMEI number on the box. Don't boot up the phone with the sim came with it, and don't order prepaid AT&T sim yet (which requires your IMEI), doing either these may get your request denied. Some people get their phone unlocked by this simple way (EDIT: I can confirm that ATT unlock portal but it is a very big hit or miss. It could take a few days or a few weeks and involves repeated attempts aka sending in many unlock request to ATT. Depends on whoever seems to be in charge of the request you put in). But if it does not work, try the prepaid sim card steps below or use third party unlock (Unlockstone)

From FrannardF, ymmv

Quote from FrannardF : Re-posting steps for people just getting their phone. To unlock order a prepaid AT&T sim (free and overnight delivery up through 12/20/18). Get the cheapest plan (.25 per use or $2 daily). Request a new phone number. Put the AT&T prepaid sim in the phone (this will get phone in database). FYI: DON'T BOOT UP PHONE WITH PREINSTALLED SIM OR ANY OTHER SIM Add $10 minimum to your prepaid account to have an active account. Put in unlock request through portal as a non AT&T customer (which means you'll be asked for IMEI number on first page) On the 2nd page give them your AT&T pre-paid number. Phone is unlocked and you get AT&T updates.

UNLOCKING OFFICIALLY:
ATT Free Phone Unlock Portal =

https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/#/

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Both of these sets of Eligibility Requirements are shown on the ATT Unlock Portal link above, BEFORE you select whether you're a current ATT customer or not. They DIFFER -- note the additional requirement in RED in VERSION 1.) This difference may partially explain why unlock results differ for would-be-unlockers with identical situations. Another partial explanation is that the process in non-standardized with HUMAN evaluators making unlock decisions based on incomplete understanding of the true requirements (whatever they really are), biases, negligence, etc.

Eligibility requirements for Unlocking (VERSION 1):: In Unlock Portal, shown next to checkbox under "Yes, I've read the legal stuff and agree to the device unlock eligibility requirements."
Device unlock info
Find out how to unlock your AT&T phone, tablet, or mobile hotspot.

DETAILED INFO
Eligibility requirements
Have a device that isn't reported lost, stolen, or involved with fraud.
Complete your contract (including paying any early termination fees). Or, pay off your installment agreement at least 24 hours before your unlock request.
Confirm that your device isn't active on another AT&T account. This applies to both of your lines if you have a Dual SIM.
Wait 14 days after an upgrade to unlock your old device if you upgraded early. Or, wait 30 days if you have a business account.
Have active AT&T service for at least 60 days with no past due or unpaid balance.
Verify your AT&T PREPAIDSM device has been active for at least 6 months, if applicable.
Email your temporary or permanent change of station (TCS or PCS military documents for eligibility, if applicable). If you're on active duty, you don't have to complete your installment agreement or contracts.
Get your company's permission to unlock your business-owned device, if applicable.

Eligibility requirements for Unlocking (VERSION 2): In Unlock Portal, shown under: "Be sure you're eligible to unlock your smartphone, tablet, or mobile hotspot."
Device unlock info
Find out how to unlock your AT&T phone, tablet, or mobile hotspot.
Eligibility requirements
Wireless, business & non-AT&T customers

Requirements for unlocking AT&T phones, tablets, and mobile hotspots.

Your device isn't reported lost or stolen, or involved with fraud.
You must complete your contract or installment plan (including early termination fees). Or, pay off an installment plan early and then make another unlock request in 24 hours.
Your device isn't active on another AT&T account.
If you upgraded early, wait 14 days to unlock your old device. Business customers wait 30 days. Your service must be active for at least 60 days with no past due or unpaid balance.
AT&T PREPAID℠ (formerly GoPhone®) devices must have at least 6 months of active service.
If you're military, we'll ask you to email your TCS or PCS (Temporary / permanent change of station) documents for eligibility. You won't have to complete installment plans or contracts.
If you have a business-owned device, your company must authorize you to unlock it.
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eBay purchases: YOU CAN NOW LEAVE FEEDBACK! If your order was cancelled, you can leave feedback here (eBay hides cancelled orders from your purchase history)

https://www.ebay.com/fdbk/leave_feedback?

Bootloader is locked for AT&T and Verizon variants, so no rooting if that's your objective/desire.

Further, SIM/GSM-carrier unlock is possible, but may require either paying for thirdparty unlock service or lucking out getting IMEI added to AT&T and unlock via portal, YMMV.

If you know an eBay seller that can reliably unlock the phone, POST LINKS HERE.

Get screen protector since it scratches easily despite being indestructible (not Gorilla glass).

-by RX8tasy

If you're thinking of purchasing this phone trough Motorola with eBay.com, check your account for $5 or $10 coupon possibly issued in the last couple days. I had $10 coupon (TAKETEN) issued to my account yesterday 12/5/18. YMMV.

Total came out to $99.99 - $10 coupon = $89.99 + tax. Nice deal! Thanks OP!

-by _karu_

ebay gift card at samsung pay 10% off

$75 for $67.50, limit 2 per 24 hrs

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How to manually update to Oreo if you can't update OTA or you don't have access to an active AT&T sim card. https://slickdeals.net/f/12409510-64gb-motorola-moto-z2-force-edition-at-t-smartphone-100-free-shipping?p=123370042#post123370042 -by dynamiclynk

Before following the above instructions, install the official Motorola USB drivers here: https://support.motorola.com/us/en/drivers
That will reduce the chances of bricking. You can actually allow Lenovo Moto Smart Assist to find and download the AT&T firmware itself too, without mucking around with update.zip.

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Free AT&T sim card.

https://www.att.com/cellphones/pr...sku7420309

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How to remove bloatware.

Here is a windows windows batch file you can put in the same folder wih ADB.EXE and use it to delete all AT&T / Moto bloatware from the phone. I tested it, does not break updates or anything else non-AT&T critical.

Copy the content of this code and insert it into a file with .BAT or .CMD extention and run it from the same folder where Android Platform tools installed with ADB.EXE.
more details: https://www.xda-developers.com/un...ot-access/

Code:

adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.att.callprotect"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.att.android.attsmartwifi"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 net.aetherpal.device"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.dti.att"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.dm.plugins.attdm"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.att.phone.extensions"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.att.loader"

REM this app is likely the one that lets you control Moto Actions; 
REM  do not delete unless you don't plan to use it
REM adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.moto"

adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.modstore"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.ccc.notification"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.motocare"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.motocare.int"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.motosignature.app"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.locationlabs.cni.att"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.att.myWireless"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.att.settings.extensions"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.matchboxmobile.wisp"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.mShop.android.shopping"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.facebook.katana"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.facebook.system"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.facebook.appmanager"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.lenovo.lsf.user"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.ubercab"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.ubercab.companion"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.yellowpages.android.ypmobile"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.mail"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.yahoo"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.volpe.sudoku"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.synchronoss.dcs.att.r2g"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.motorola.att.phone.extensions"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.aetherpal.attdh.lenovo"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.att.mobile.android.vvm"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.goodgamestudios.bigfarmmobileharvest"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.booking"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.weather.Weather"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.weather.preload"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 org.mozilla.firefox"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.inputmethod.korean"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.inputmethod.japanese"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.inputmethod.pinyin"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.apps.inputmethod.zhuyin" 
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.apps.inputmethod.hindi"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.youtube"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.lookout"
adb shell "pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.drivemode"

I think this site is useful for the new Z2 Force user
https://phandroid.com/2017/08/03/...ngs-to-do/

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