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Galaxy S III's locked bootloader looks like Verizon's fault
Jul 9th, 2012
Since the release of the original Galaxy S smartphone, Samsung has quickly become the golden child of the Android platform. While its fellow Android vendors struggle to find profitability with the platform as Samsung certainly has, Samsung has managed to find the perfect equilibrium for its devices. The South Korean manufacturer has appealed to mainstream consumers with its sleek designs and top-notch specs, while enthusiasts have loved Samsung's openness and the hackability of its devices. The company's flagship Galaxy S III smartphone, however, is its first to include a locked and encrypted bootloader, blocking users from flashing custom ROMs and kernels. There is a catch, though. The Galaxy S III will only be locked for Verizon Wireless customers, reportedly due to a (Source: BGR News) -
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