If you attempt to find a workaround, you should be aware of the following implications:
With the bootloader unlocked, the LG G5 H860N transforms. The user can flash a custom recovery like TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) using fastboot flash recovery twrp.img . From TWRP, one can install Magisk for systemless root access or flash a custom ROM such as LineageOS to bring Android 9, 10, or even 11 to a device abandoned at Android 8.0 (Oreo). The result is a phone with improved performance, removed bloatware, and modern security patches. However, this power comes at a cost. Banking apps and Google Pay detect the unlocked bootloader and refuse to run unless hidden by Magisk. The phone becomes less secure against physical attacks because the verified boot chain is broken. Furthermore, the H860N’s unique dual-SIM and NFC hardware sometimes suffer driver issues on unofficial ROMs. How to unlock Bootloader in LG G5 H860N
Your LG G5 H860N will now boot, but it will perform a factory data reset. This takes longer than usual. If you attempt to find a workaround, you
You have successfully unlocked the bootloader of your LG G5 H860N. Enjoy the world of custom development. The result is a phone with improved performance,
, making it impossible to obtain the official unlock keys (unlock.bin) for any model, even those previously supported. Status Review: LG G5 H860N Official Support
The LG G5, particularly the (the Hong Kong/Global dual-SIM variant), is a unique device. Unlike its US or European counterparts, LG did not offer an official unlock method for this specific model via their developer website. This has led to confusion for years.