Android is known for being a far more customizable operating system than iOS, but some device makers are taking away a key customization option.

ASUS is reportedly telling customers they can no longer unlock the bootloader on their phones, including the Zenfone 9 and Zenfone 10.

Xiaomi just introduced strict restrictions to unlocking the bootloader on its HyperOS-running phones, citing security and data protection. While MIUI devices offer some amount of flexibility in ...

Asus removed its bootloader unlock tool, forcing users to stay on their phone's stock firmware. A Zenfone buyer in the UK took Asus to court, and has reached a settlement for a full refund in a ...

OnePlus is making it difficult to unlock bootloader with ColorOS 16 based on Android 16. Here are the complete details.