In this article, I will demonstrate how to unlock the bootloader on the OPPO F9 Pro smartphone. So, the company will launch this mid-range smartphone and we are one of the early websites to demonstrate this. Now, let us directly jump to step by step guide on how to unlock the bootloader.

About OPPO F9 Pro

Here are some of the key features and specifications of the newly launched OPPO F9 Pro smartphone.

• Firstly, it has a 6.23 inches display with a resolution of 1080 by 2340 pixels.
• And OPPO F9 Pro also comes with Android 8.1 OREO.
• And under the hood, OPPO F9 Pro has an Helio P60 chipset.
• The Phone also comes with 4GB/6GB Ram and 64GB Storage. 
• Furthermore, the camera sensor on OPPO F9 Pro – 16MP + 2MP dual rear camera and 25MP front shooter.
• Finally, the battery on the OPPO F9 Pro is a non-removable 3500 mAh.
• Also, VOOC charging.

Also, Read – Various Issues on the phone & How to Fix Them. 

Related – How to Fix Heating, Battery Issue & Laggy UI Problem on your Android Phone.

What is Unlock Bootloader? Unlocking bootloader on OPPO F9 Pro?

Unlocking Bootloader on the OPPO F9 Pro smartphone means accessing the way for installing custom recoveries such as TWRP or CWM 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.

• Also Read, Install CWM Recovery or Install TWRP Recovery on the phone.

What are the Pro’s or Advantages of Unlocking Bootloader on OPPO F9 Pro?

Here are some benefits of unlocking the bootloader on the OPPO F9 Pro:

• 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 OPPO F9 Pro smartphone, the warranty will be void.

Related Article. Root this phone.

What can go wrong while unlocking the bootloader on OPPO F9 Pro?

The most common question would be, is it safe to unlock bootloader on the OPPO F9 Pro? Below are the consequences of unlocking the bootloader.

1. OPPO F9 Pro android phone could wipe itself while unlocking the bootloader, so you might loose your data and important files.
2. Secondly, it compromises your security of the smartphone. A thief can have access to your phone bypassing your pin or password.
3. And most importantly, if anything goes wrong, the OPPO F9 Pro smartphone will no longer be able to boot and making your purchase almost useless.

How to Unlock Bootloader on OPPO F9 Pro?

Let’s unlock the bootloader on the OPPO F9 Pro:

• First of all, charge the phone fully.
• Next, enable USB Debugging on OPPO F9 Pro by going to Setting>About>Software>Build Number and Tap on 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.
• UPDATE – The company currently does not support unlocking the device bootloader, so if in any case, we encounter future development of the OPPO F9 Pro we will update the article as soon as possible. I suggest you to bookmark this page.

Related. Install Custom ROM on this phone. 

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 this phone and go back to stock ROM.

If you are encountering any issues regarding bootloader unlocking on OPPO F9 Pro then do let me know in the comment section below. Furthermore, I will be happy to assist you 😀