Because software-only methods are largely patched, the primary way to unlock an HONOR 9 today involves a physical hardware bypass using an open-source tool called . This tool exploits the Kirin 960 chipset used in the HONOR 9. The Hardware Process: Disassembly
Sites like , Global Unlock Solutions , or FunkyHuawei (now defunct) offer remote bootloader unlock using your IMEI. Cost: ~$15–$50. You give them remote access to your PC, or they send you a custom unlock script. How to Unlock Bootloader in HONOR 9 phone
Ensure you have a PC with ADB and Fastboot drivers installed. Option 1: The "PotatoNV" Method (Free/Open Source) Because software-only methods are largely patched
is more difficult today because Huawei (HONOR's former parent company) providing unlock codes in July 2018. Global Unlock Solutions
Once you have your 16-digit code: