Google just took the covers off of its latest and greatest Nexus 4. Manufactured by LG this phone packs in some serious firepower. With a Qualcomm S4 Pro chip and a beautiful 720p display, this is the most powerful Android phone available yet. And because it’s a Nexus, it means its begging to be poked and prodded with. But as it is with any Android, before you go on rooting or installing custom ROMs, you will need to unlock the bootloader. This guide will help you unlock Nexus 4 bootloader.
Unlocking the bootloader will wipe your memory so be sure to backup all important data. Make sure your phone is full charged.
Step 1- Download the Android SDK
Step 2- Enable debugging mode on your phone
Step 3- Download fastboot and extract it android-sdk-windows\platform-tools directory. If this directory is not present, create it.
Step 4- Backup all your data and switch off the phone.
Step 5- Enter the bootloader/fastboot. Do this by pressing volume down + power key for a few seconds. You will know when the phone enters the bootloader. This allows your fastboot to connect with your phone.
Step 6- Open the android-sdk-windows\platform-tools directory. Open command prompt (windows key +R and enter cmd.exe)
Step 7- In the command prompt, enter the following: fastboot oem unlock
Step 8- Follow the instructions and proceed to wipe all data. Your phone will automatically reboot
After step 8 is done successfully your phone will have an unlocked bootloader. This will then allow you to install custom ROMs and whatnot.