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The video by Ricky Tran provides a comprehensive guide on how to root a Google Pixel 5 smartphone. The process begins with unlocking the bootloader, which involves enabling developer options and OEM unlocking, followed by entering fastboot mode and using specific commands to unlock the device. After resetting the phone, viewers are instructed on how to download and extract the factory image, and install necessary applications such as Magisk Manager Canary and Termux.
The next steps include patching the boot.img file using Magisk Manager and flashing this patched image onto the phone. The video then details how to achieve root access confirmation through Magisk Manager and outlines steps to bypass Safetynet, ensuring apps like Google Pay remain functional. This involves renaming the Magisk Manager and managing hidden apps, as well as modifying the device properties to mimic a Pixel 3a, which helps in passing Safetynet checks.
The video concludes with a message of gratitude from the creator, inviting viewers to engage with the content by sharing, subscribing, and leaving feedback.
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In this part of the video, Ricky Tran explains how to root a Pixel 5 by unlocking the bootloader and entering fastboot mode, as well as how to bypass Safetynet to use apps like Google Pay. He lists the necessary items: a Pixel 5 with over 60% battery, a USB type-C cable, a Windows PC (or Linux/Mac if familiar with terminal commands), minimal adb and fastboot program, platform tools, stock factory ROM for Pixel 5, Magisk Manager Canary APK, and Termux APK. Downloads are linked in the video description.
Ricky also issues a disclaimer about the risks, including voiding the warranty and potentially bricking the device. He walks through downloading and installing minimal adb and fastboot, SDK platform tools, and how to prepare the files. He then instructs viewers on enabling developer mode on the Pixel 5 by going to Settings > About phone and rapidly clicking the build number, then accessing the Developer Options under the System > Advanced tab.
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In this segment, the video explains how to unlock the bootloader on a Pixel 5 smartphone. The process starts by enabling OEM unlocking in the phone settings, then rebooting the phone into fastboot mode. On the computer, the user opens the command prompt, navigates to the platform tools folder, and confirms the phone is connected via the `fastboot devices` command. To unlock the bootloader, the user types `fastboot flashing unlock` and confirms the action on the phone. After unlocking, the phone resets to factory settings. The video then transitions to setting up the phone anew and preparing to root it by downloading the necessary factory ROM from the developer’s website, starting with identifying the build number in the phone’s settings.
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In this part of the video, the speaker demonstrates how to download and extract the factory image for a Pixel 5 device. They guide viewers to the appropriate website, select the correct build number, and download the factory ROM zip file. The extracted boot image file needs to be transferred to the Pixel 5’s internal storage, specifically to the downloads folder. The speaker advises installing the Magisk Manager Canary app and the Termux application on the Pixel 5. They walk through the steps of downloading, transferring, and installing these apps, enabling file transfer settings, and using the device’s file browser to install the applications from the downloads folder.
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In this part of the video, the presenter explains how to patch a boot.img file using the Magisk Manager app on a Google Pixel 5. The steps include ensuring the internet connection is active, selecting and patching the boot.img file from the downloads folder, and then transferring the patched file back to a PC. The process involves using a command prompt to navigate to the platform tools directory and preparing the phone to enter fastboot mode by holding the volume down and power buttons. Finally, the command ‘fastboot flash boot’ is used to flash the patched boot image.
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In this segment, the video demonstrates the process of rooting a Pixel 5 smartphone using a “magic patch” `img` file via command prompt, which results in the phone being rooted. Confirmation of the root status is achieved through the Magisk Manager app. Following the rooting, the video explains how to pass SafetyNet by enabling options in Magisk Manager to hide the app from Google. This involves renaming the Magisk Manager and managing hidden apps. The instructions include enabling necessary options for Google Play services and ensuring payment apps, like Google Pay, are checked within the Magisk Hide feature.
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In this part of the video, the creator demonstrates how to use Magisk to modify a Google Pixel 5 to appear as a Pixel 3a for safety net purposes. The process involves installing Magisk, rebooting the phone, using a terminal application to grant superuser access, and altering device properties by selecting the Pixel 3a from a device list. This modification allows the Pixel 5 to pass safety net checks, enabling the use of apps like Google Pay that typically restrict rooted phones. The creator confirms that, despite the phone showing as a Pixel 3a in settings, it’s a cosmetic change to meet safety net requirements.
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In this part of the video, the speaker thanks the viewers for watching and encourages them to share the video, like or dislike it, and leave comments with their opinions. The speaker also asks viewers to subscribe to the channel and hit the bell notification to stay updated on new videos. The segment concludes with a warm thank you and well wishes for the viewers.