In this article, I will demonstrate how to unlock the bootloader on the Panasonic P85 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 Panasonic P85

Here are some of the key features and specifications of the newly launched Panasonic P85 smartphone.

• Firstly, it has a 5.0 inches display with a resolution of 720 by 1280 pixels. A total of 294 pixels per inch.
• And Panasonic P85 also comes with Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
• And under the hood, the phone has a Quad-Core 1Ghz chipset.
• The Phone also comes with 2GB Ram and 16GB Storage. 
• Furthermore, the camera sensor is – 8MP rear camera and 2MP front shooter.
• Finally, the battery on the phone is a non-removable 4000 mAh.

MUST READ – Various Issues on the Panasonic P85 & How to Fix Them. 

What is Unlock Bootloader? Unlocking bootloader on Panasonic P85?

Unlocking Bootloader on the Panasonic P85 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 on Panasonic P85 or Install TWRP Recovery on Panasonic P85.

What are the Pro’s or Advantages of Unlocking Bootloader on Panasonic P85?

Here are some benefits of unlocking the bootloader on the Panasonic P85:

• 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 Panasonic P85 smartphone, the warranty will be void.

Related Article. Root Panasonic P85.

What can go wrong while unlocking the bootloader on Panasonic P85?

The most common question would be, is it safe to unlock bootloader on the Panasonic P85? Below are the consequences of unlocking the bootloader.

1. Panasonic P85 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 Panasonic P85 smartphone will no longer be able to boot and making your purchase almost useless.

How to Unlock Bootloader on Panasonic P85?

Let’s unlock the bootloader on the Panasonic P85:

• First of all, charge the phone fully.
• Next, enable USB Debugging on Panasonic P85 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 1 – OEM Unlocking is the process to allow the smartphone to unlock the bootloader. However, this is a newly launched Panasonic smartphone, therefore, requires an additional procedure to unlock the smartphone.
• UPDATE 2 –  2018 – Bookmark this page, This article will be updated as soon as the development arises.
• Finally, you have successfully unlocked the bootloader on the Panasonic P85.

Related. How to Install Custom ROM on Panasonic P85. 

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 Panasonic P85 and go back to stock ROM.

If you are encountering any issues regarding bootloader unlocking on Panasonic P85 then do let me know in the comment section below. Furthermore, I will be happy to assist you 😀