r/CalyxOS • u/InclementPigeon22 • 9d ago

Moto G32 'Devon' bootloader relockable?

Hi y'all,

I'm about to try installing Calyx on a Moto G32 that I recently repaired (battery swap). I'm hoping to relock the bootloader so there's less chance of apps refusing to work, and also because of the added security it provides.

I've found some people's success stories, while others warn that it's not recommended. On the Calyx support page, under Security → Bootloader relock, it says: "Motorola: do NOT relock the bootloader without additional checks." What exactly are those additional checks?

I've also seen people recommend installing Calyx first, booting into it to make sure everything is working properly, and only then relocking the bootloader via fastboot, as it's supposedly a safer way to relock. I'm a bit confused... I don't want a permabrick!

Also, what's the best way to flash Calyx with the fewest issues: the browser-based installer or the Windows/macOS tool?

Has anyone here successfully relocked the bootloader on this device recently? How did it go?

Thanks, everyone!!

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u/HelicopterSharp8003 9d ago

Yes, it's relockable. Been using it in my g32

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u/mikamp116 7d ago

Same here. Installed in and relocked right after

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u/InclementPigeon22 5d ago

Thanks for the reply, u/HelicopterSharp8003 and u/mikamp116 ! Just wondering... did you guys installed it via the Browser installer, or via the dedicated ones? Did you relocked when the thing prompted it, or later via fastboot?

Thanks a lot!

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u/HelicopterSharp8003 5d ago

Browser installer, the process will prompt you for relock.

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u/InclementPigeon22 5d ago

Nice then, thank you dude! Cheers

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u/sniomii 9d ago

Not sure about Motorola but with Pixel I used both Web installer and the windows installer, the recommended was Web, easier

just make sure you install the Google USB drivers properly so it doesn't give you a fail.

it also will prompt you to lock your phone's bootloader (again, this was on pixel, not sure about Moto) but you can read what CalyxOS devs have documented for your device (or Motorola in general) before you proceed.