How to Unlock Bootloader on Huawei P Smart 2019?
In this article, I will demonstrate how to unlock the bootloader on Huawei P Smart (2019) smartphone. So, the company launched this smartphone and we are going to demonstrate this tutorial guide. Now, let us directly jump to step by step guide on how to unlock the bootloader.
About Huawei P Smart (2019)
Here are some of the key features and specifications of the newly launched Huawei P Smart (2019) smartphone.
- Firstly, it has a 6.21 inches display with a resolution of 1080 by 2340 pixels. A total of 415 pixels per inch.
- And Huawei P Smart (2019) also comes with Android 9 Pie.
- And under the hood, the phone has a HiSilicon Kirin 710 chipset.
- The Phone also comes with 3GB Ram and 64GB/32GB Storage.
- Furthermore, the camera sensor is – 13MP + 2MP dual rear camera and 16MP front shooter.
- Finally, the battery on the phone is a non-removable 3400 mAh.
MUST READ – Various Issues on the Huawei P Smart (2019) & How to Fix Them.
What is Unlock Bootloader? Unlocking bootloader on Huawei P Smart (2019)?
Unlocking Bootloader on the Huawei P Smart (2019) smartphone means accessing the way for installing custom recoveries such as TWRP recovery. Also, rooting your device and installing custom ROMS. Many manufacturers provide smartphones with a locked bootloader and as a result, one need to unlock it before proceeding. So, Unlocking bootloader is the first step before one can further customize their smartphone.
- For Further Assistance Read, Install TWRP Recovery on Huawei P Smart (2019) (TWRP File May Or May Not Be available as per the development)
What are the Pro’s or Advantages of Unlocking Bootloader on Huawei P Smart (2019)?
Here are some benefits of unlocking the bootloader on the Huawei P Smart (2019):
- Firstly, one can root the smartphone after unlocking the bootloader.
- And you can install TWRP or CWM Recovery on the phone.
- Also, you will be able to install various custom Roms on the phone.
- Finally, if you unlock the bootloader on your Huawei P Smart (2019) smartphone, the warranty will be void.
Related Article. Root Huawei P Smart (2019).
What can go wrong while unlocking the bootloader on Huawei P Smart?
The most common question would be, is it safe to unlock bootloader on the Huawei P Smart? Below are the consequences of unlocking the bootloader.
- Huawei P Smart android phone could wipe itself while unlocking the bootloader, so you might loose your data and important files.
- Secondly, it compromises your security of the smartphone. A thief can have access to your phone bypassing your pin or password.
- And most importantly, if anything goes wrong, the Huawei P Smart smartphone will no longer be able to boot and making your purchase almost useless.
How to Unlock Bootloader on Huawei P Smart (2019)?
Let’s unlock the bootloader on the Huawei P Smart (2019):
- First of all, charge the phone fully.
- Next, enable USB Debugging on Huawei P Smart (2019) by going to Setting>About>Software>Build Number and Tap on the build number repeatedly so that the Developer mode will turn on.
- And then go back and click on Developer options.
- In the developer options, there is OEM unlock option then enable that option.
- Tech Droid Tips is not responsible if anything goes wrong with the device. Please do it at your own risk.
- UPDATE – Huawei Has Currently Stopped Supporting Unlock Requests and no longer recommends unlocking the bootloader on their devices. If anytime in future, Huawei starts allowing then above is the method.
- And now, firstly, login into your Huawei ID here, create one if you don’t have.
- Thereafter go to > CODE REQUEST PAGE and login to your account.
- And then agree or accept to the agreement page.
- And now to apply for your Huawei P Smart (2019) unlock code, fill in the necessary details ie, Product Model, Product Serial Number, Product IMEI or MEID, Product ID, and Verification code.
How to get the following information?
- Product Model – This is generally written on the manufacturer box or Setting > About Phone.
- Serial Number – You will find the serial number in Setting > About Phone > Status
- IMEI or MEID Number – Type *#06# on the keypad and tap call button.
- Product ID – Type *#*#1357946#*#* on the keypad and tap call button.
After all the details and verification, you will get the unlock code on the email id (it can take up to seven days). Keep it safe and proceed with the steps below.
- Firstly, Setup ADB and Fastboot on your PC. To do that download ADB here.
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Install procedure For ADB Fastboot :
1. Launch it That Require administrator privileges.
2. Click Yes to install ADB and Fastboot or No to not.
3. Press Yes to install ADB system wide or No for the current user only
4. Click Yes to install Drivers or No to skip
5. Continue the Driver installation
6. 15 seconds passed – it will finish the process Source – XDA - And now make sure about the drivers, install properly on the computer. Also, take a backup of the necessary data.
Let’s Unlock
- Next, boot into Fastboot mode on the Huawei P Smart (2019). (Press and hold volume down + power key & wait for the logo.
- And connect your Huawei P Smart (2019) via official USB cable provided by the manufacturer.
- And now go to Fastboot and ADB folder > Open Command Prompt by pressing Shift key & right click on an empty space in the folder.
- Finally, Type in the following command & replace unlock code with the actual unlock code that you got.
fastboot oem unlock unlock code
- And press Enter and wait till the process is completed.
- After the process is done type the following command.
fastboot reboot
- And finally, the above command will reboot your Huawei P Smart (2019) device to normal.
- Finally, you have successfully unlocked the bootloader on the Huawei P Smart (2019).
Related. How to Install Custom ROM on Huawei P Smart (2019). (Custom ROM File May Or May Not Be available as per the development)
In conclusion, Android versions later than lollipop come with an option of OEM Unlock in the developer options. So, its quite easy to unlock the bootloader on any latest smartphone devices. And Still, some of the smartphones may not come with this option. Hence, in order to unlock the bootloader, you need to manually do it via PC.
Related article. Unroot Huawei P Smart (2019) and go back to stock ROM.
If you are encountering any issues regarding bootloader unlocking on Huawei P Smart (2019) then do let me know in the comment section below. Furthermore, I will be happy to assist you 😀