Verizon Google Pixel 2 bootloaders can be easily unlocked

Verizon may officially not allow Google Pixel 2 bootloaders to be easily unlocked, but it has now come to light that the process is as easy as unlocking bootloaders of non-carrier Pixel 2 units.

According to an XDA report (which cites forum posts from several of its own members), a simple fastboot command (specifically, fastboot flashing lock_critical) does the trick.

It’s worth mentioning that the method – described in detail in the XDA report we’re referring – only works with the standard Pixel 2. Users of the XL model are currently out of luck.

Also, there are high chances…


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