Unable to unlock Bootloader on Zenfone 9 and Zenfone 10

[totmakina]

 Because the bootloader could not be unlocked on Zenfone 9, I decided to write to Asus Support to be told when it would be possible to unlock the bootloader on Z9 and Z10. The response I received was that it would no longer be possible to unlock the boot on any of these phones. Upon receiving this news I decided not to buy the Z10. I think it is a big mistake that Asus has decided that the boot cannot be unlocked. I don't know if they will change their mind, but there will be many of us who decide NOT to buy it.

 

[boodadude]

Just talked to asus customer support. They responded with a negative on bootloader unlocking. Very unfortunate. Will probably be buying an xperia phone if this remains the case.

[BeFa]

Today I was very surprised to see an article in my Google news feed about the discontinued unlock tool!!! This is great because potential buyers will be warned before buying the ZF10! I pre-ordered mine believing it is Asus company policy to allow unlocking the bootloader and was very angry when I received the phone and discovered that the tool is not working. For me it is to late to return the phone but I hope other customers will not make the same mistake.

[bukowski]

New update: XDA's Mishaal Rahman claims ASUS support was wrong, ASUS not killing bootloader unlocking for its phones

https://twitter.com/MishaalRahman/status/1688935735716401152?t=8FTUnYuXLpgsFJU6GPznPw&s=19

Now, the question is... do I take my ZF9 off eBay or not lol

[imna357]

**bleep**, someone will take a look at my phone tomorrow, I really like the phone, I got the 16gb and 256gb, if only I can install Paranoid Android or maybe OMNI rom, would really love to keep it. I hope they turn it on tonight😊😭😁

[lambrosgg]

I really hope that's the case and the tool will return. Doesn't make sense tho, no reason to remove it. It could remain as is until the updated version is ready and replaces the current one. Maybe they did to check reactions and how much people care about it and act accordingly.