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Is there any current way to root the Nexus One on FRG83 (2.2.1) to where you don't have to unlock the bootloader?
Basically looking to be able to flash a ROM without voiding my warranty for good by unlocking the bootloader, since that cannot be restored to factory no matter what.
Any help would be appreciated, I have searched all the N1 forums but haven't seemed to find this out.
orangekid said:
Is there any current way to root the Nexus One on FRG83 (2.2.1) to where you don't have to unlock the bootloader?
Basically looking to be able to flash a ROM without voiding my warranty for good by unlocking the bootloader, since that cannot be restored to factory no matter what.
Any help would be appreciated, I have searched all the N1 forums but haven't seemed to find this out.
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Yep - check out the link in this thread - I used it on my recently aquired 100% stock FRG83 Nexus One.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=812620
JWhipple said:
Yep - check out the link in this thread - I used it on my recently aquired 100% stock FRG83 Nexus One.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=812620
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awesome, I'll try it out.
and just to confirm, this DOES NOT unlock the bootloader?
orangekid said:
awesome, I'll try it out.
and just to confirm, this DOES NOT unlock the bootloader?
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DOES NOT unlock the bootloader
No open lock showing on my boot screen.
Also works on a large number of other phones.
awesome,
I been wanting to flash a Sense ROM on this thing but keep my warranty, this is perfect.
Thanks!
orangekid said:
awesome,
I been wanting to flash a Sense ROM on this thing but keep my warranty, this is perfect.
Thanks!
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Let me know if it works out for you!
I'm not the author but when I stumbled upon this app (since I was only looking for Nexus specific apps), but when I found it I was pretty damned happy that it worked as quickly and painlessly as it did!
JWhipple said:
Let me know if it works out for you!
I'm not the author but when I stumbled upon this app (since I was only looking for Nexus specific apps), but when I found it I was pretty damned happy that it worked as quickly and painlessly as it did!
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did you flash a custom recovery and ROM on top of it yet? if so, did it go just fine?
orangekid said:
did you flash a custom recovery and ROM on top of it yet? if so, did it go just fine?
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Sorry for the delay! Yes, I am running the CyanogenMod nightly and ClockWork Recovery on it !
JWhipple how did you flash the rom on your phone, I have tried this as will but I'm stuck at the ! screen.
The way I tried was to root my phone using this app (which worked)
Downloaded lasted nightly build
rename to update.zip
copy to sdcard
power phone up in bootloader
choose recovery
At this stage all I see is the andriod and a ! , it doesn't seem to flash.
I am on 2.2.0
alos how log did the flash take juat is case I'm not waiting long enough
cheers
I used RomManager to install the ClockWorkRecovery , and then installed using ClockWorkRecovery.
Cheers, just figured that out
Rom booting up now.
Can't want to try some others as well
Did you find the google addon, they don't seem to be on the Cyanogen web site?
johnw230873 said:
Cheers, just figured that out
Rom booting up now.
Can't want to try some others as well
Did you find the google addon, they don't seem to be on the Cyanogen web site?
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Should be able to download it using rommanager as well!
Rom Manager didn't find them either
Right now I'm watching the Cyanogen logo just pop up send a lighting blot around the andriod then pop off (over and over).
I take it this is what you saw? Also been about 5 mnutes now.
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Rom Manager didn't find them either
Right now I'm watching the Cyanogen logo just pop up send a lighting blot around the andriod then pop off (over and over).
I take it this is what you saw? Also been about 5 mnutes now.
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I saw that but it didn't take more than a minute for the first boot.
Sorted now.
Process for me was to
root phone using the software on the first page
download the lasted nightly build
copy it to sdcard
download Rom manager
Allow Rom manager to install its recovery image
DO BACKUP
boot into bootloader
start up recovery which started rom manager's recovery
clean all old data (hence why it wasn't booting correctly)
flash rom
I can also confirm it is now possible to run custom roms without unlocking your device (no padlock on bootup screen).
Thanks JWhipple
All I would like to do is get my (not unlocked, but un-rooted) back to a stock recovery (I think?) and a stock OS. I want to be able to do updates OTA as they arrive on my phone, and the only reason I rooted in the first place was to get Gingerbread from CM7 and they didn't work. It got stuck in a endless boot loop and once I finally got a nightly working, it wasn't even worth it to me anymore.
I have used this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=614850
and done hours and days of research to try and solve my problem and get me to where I would like to be. I'd like to think I am not a noob to Android but clearly I am and I can't achieve 100% of my goal.
Where I am currently: Stock image, not sure of recovery, unrooted, bootloader unlocked.
Where I would like to be: Stock everything (I know I cannot relock the bootloader) just like when I bought it, so I can patiently wait for Gingerbread to push OTA whenever Google solves the issues.
Thank you and I apologize.
That guide has pretty much all the information you need. Flashing the stock HTC images and stock recovery will enable you to get OTA updates.
Read my signature, find "Unroot/restore" guide, look for the part for unlocked bootloaders.
Clearly that did not work for me or I would not have posted my concern.
@Jack_R1 I will attempt this again, thanks.
rynstphn said:
Clearly that did not work for me or I would not have posted my concern.
@Jack_R1 I will attempt this again, thanks.
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You didn't explain where you got stuck, what you attempted, what went wrong and couldn't even state your recovery image. The guide you linked to is there for a reason, it works, however onlyif you follow it correctly without jumping in with 2 feet. If in future you require more precise help perhaps you should give precise information.
Perhaps the OP has encountered some of the issues i've posted about HERE?
Don't mean to kind of hi-jack this thread...
Don't mean to kind of hi-jack this thread but on the related topic of rooting the N1...is there some way to root it and still receive the OTA update for gingerbread(whenever it will come out)?
I did look through the threads and found nothing related unless it was further discussed on page x of 25, for example.
Also, are all wallpapers 960/980 by 800 for the N1 and other android phones? Is this so that when you scroll through screens you will still be able to see the image? That was the only possible answer I could think of.
Thanks in advance.
CTR01 said:
Don't mean to kind of hi-jack this thread but on the related topic of rooting the N1...is there some way to root it and still receive the OTA update for gingerbread(whenever it will come out)?
I did look through the threads and found nothing related unless it was further discussed on page x of 25, for example.
Also, are all wallpapers 960/980 by 800 for the N1 and other android phones? Is this so that when you scroll through screens you will still be able to see the image? That was the only possible answer I could think of.
Thanks in advance.
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Yes and yes.
You can root using SuperOneClick and still recieve OTA updates. You only lose that ability once you've installed a custom recovery.
Thanks!
DirkGently1 said:
Yes and yes.
You can root using SuperOneClick and still recieve OTA updates. You only lose that ability once you've installed a custom recovery.
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Awesome! Thanks for the reply and details.
DirkGently1 said:
Yes and yes.
You can root using SuperOneClick and still recieve OTA updates. You only lose that ability once you've installed a custom recovery.
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Having a custom recovery has NOTHING to do with your ROM's ability to receive OTA updates... it has to do with you ROM, not your recovery.
And, as mentioned, rooting or unlocking has no impact on you being able to receive OTA updates.
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efrant said:
Having a custom recovery has NOTHING to do with your ROM's ability to receive OTA updates... it has to do with you ROM, not your recovery.
And, as mentioned, rooting or unlocking has no impact on you being able to receive OTA updates.
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Sorry, but that is wrong.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=10871795&postcount=1
Read that post. There is a stock recovery supplied in case anybody wishes to recieve future OTA updates.
DirkGently1 said:
Sorry, but that is wrong.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=10871795&postcount=1
Read that post. There is a stock recovery supplied in case anybody wishes to recieve future OTA updates.
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Uh, sorry, but NO. What he says in that post is incorrect.
I have been using a custom recovery since I first got my Nexus One, and I have received EVERY OTA update.
EDIT: But hey, don't take my word for it. Try it yourself.
efrant, for clarification, do the OTAs auto install, or do you have to manually flash them?
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danger-rat said:
efrant, for clarification, do the OTAs auto install, or do you have to manually flash them?
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So, in my setup (which is a rooted-but-otherwise-stock ROM and Amon_RA's 1.9.0 recovery), I receive OTA updates, and they auto-install with no problem (as Amon_RA's 1.9 recovery does not verify signatures). Note, however, that every OTA update also does two things: 1) it removes the permissions on the su binary (which obviously disables root access), and 2) it copies two files (/system/recovery-from-boot.p and /system/etc/install-recovery.sh) back onto the system partition, which will flash the stock recovery back to your devices as soon as you reboot. You will need to root first (either manually or by flashing ChainsDD su update before you reboot, or use SOC), then delete the two files, then reflash the custom recovery you want.
This is true only for Amon_Ra's 1.9 and later recoveries that either don't verify signatures at all, or allow turning verification off.
Jack_R1 said:
This is true only for Amon_Ra's 1.9 and later recoveries that either don't verify signatures at all, or allow turning verification off.
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Yes, you are correct for the installation part of the update. However, you can have any recovery whatsoever, and it will not impact you receiving OTA update notifications.
efrant said:
Yes, you are correct for the installation part of the update. However, you can have any recovery whatsoever, and it will not impact you receiving OTA update notifications.
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Yep, that's correct.
Cool
thanks for all the other responses to my question! I will look into this further when i have more time
Of course you can still 'receive' OTA but what's the point if you can't install them? I'm pretty sure that everybody understands the distinction!
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Of course you can still 'receive' OTA but what's the point if you can't install them? I'm pretty sure that everybody understands the distinction!
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If you read post 14, you will see that you CAN install them with a custom recovery...
So, I've upgraded my Nexus One with the OTA from Google and I've lost root, is it anyway to root my device again? I want my crack back!! preferably without unlocking the bootloader, something like universal androot, or z4 root (none of them work, at least market versions), thx for your answers
Rikarudo said:
So, I've upgraded my Nexus One with the OTA from Google and I've lost root, is it anyway to root my device again? I want my crack back!! preferably without unlocking the bootloader, something like universal androot, or z4 root (none of them work, at least market versions), thx for your answers
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I guess the only way is to unlock the bootloader. Why do you want it locked anyways? I guess your warranty is long gone + HTC doesn't check the unlocked bootloader as far as i know.
After unlocking you can install a custom recovery and use su.zip ( its there in the android dev section ) and flash it.
siddharthsai said:
I guess the only way is to unlock the bootloader. Why do you want it locked anyways? I guess your warranty is long gone + HTC doesn't check the unlocked bootloader as far as i know.
After unlocking you can install a custom recovery and use su.zip ( its there in the android dev section ) and flash it.
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In guess I'll havce to unlock my bootloader then but I havent done it before so im kind of scared, just find it way more complicated doing it that way that whit the mentioned exploits, like universal androot: click root, install room manager, enjoy
You're kidding right? It takes 30 seconds to unlock the bootloader, install a custom recovery, and another minute to install a custom ROM and reboot. I had mine done as soon as I took it out of the shipping box.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO UNLOCK THE BOOTLOADER. All you have to do is roll back to a build of Froyo. Search for PASSIMG.zip. Apply that through the bootloader. Then you can root using Super One Click or any of the other methods and flash a rooted GB ROM.
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You're kidding right? It takes 30 seconds to unlock the bootloader, install a custom recovery, and another minute to install a custom ROM and reboot. I had mine done as soon as I took it out of the shipping box.
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..But an hour to learn about and set up the SDK first Once done though it makes life sooo much easier and gives you a lot more versatility.
DirkGently1 said:
..But an hour to learn about and set up the SDK first Once done though it makes life sooo much easier and gives you a lot more versatility.
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That.
An hour might be more or less - depends on a user.
uansari1 said:
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO UNLOCK THE BOOTLOADER. All you have to do is roll back to a build of Froyo. Search for PASSIMG.zip. Apply that through the bootloader. Then you can root using Super One Click or any of the other methods and flash a rooted GB ROM.
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I have to ask the question, why go to all that bother just to not have a unlocked padlock on the bootscreen when it really makes no difference?
Jack_R1 said:
That.
An hour might be more or less - depends on a user.
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I think I can make it in less than an hour, lol, anyway, i just wanted to root again because i thought that after OTA the call wonkyness in CM7 got fixed, but it seems is still there, so I'll stay with official GB for a while or untill my abstinence syndrom comes back, and in that case ill try with passimg method just becuase it is a pain in the a55 to setup the SDK (I've done it before, too much data to download and Im currently reliying in thetering to have internet at home).Thnx for your answers.
shuflie said:
I have to ask the question, why go to all that bother just to not have a unlocked padlock on the bootscreen when it really makes no difference?
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The only benefit is aesthetics, if it really matters to you. I don't much care for the lockscreen, lol. Aside from that, you're right..unlocking the bootloader isn't any worse. It's just personal preference. My point is that you never HAVE to unlock the bootloader.
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shuflie said:
I have to ask the question, why go to all that bother just to not have a unlocked padlock on the bootscreen when it really makes no difference?
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To not have a ****ing unlock padlock
Also I don't like thing the easy way. I like "flash_image" instead of "bootloader"'s way of flashing images.
shuflie said:
I have to ask the question, why go to all that bother just to not have a unlocked padlock on the bootscreen when it really makes no difference?
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OMG!! Don't even mention it!! I can't stand open padlocks!!! they make me feel dirty!! like I have to wash my hands 20 times! LOL.
Seriously, I don't know, I just find it easier with exploits.
Having the bootloader unlocked is the easiest way to do anything.
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Still, for people who just want to root it with a 1-click method, what's the way to do it for 2.3.3?
I used rageagainstthecage for 2.2, then used SuperOneClick for 2.2.1 and 2.2.2 ..... What now with 2.3.3 ?
EDIT: I should mention that most users (like me) want to root their phones without flashing this and that, losing all data/preferences along the way. We just want our phone to be exactly how it is now, down to the last shortcut ...... but rooted!
MitchRapp said:
Still, for people who just want to root it with a 1-click method, what's the way to do it for 2.3.3?
I used rageagainstthecage for 2.2, then used SuperOneClick for 2.2.1 and 2.2.2 ..... What now with 2.3.3 ?
EDIT: I should mention that most users (like me) want to root their phones without flashing this and that, losing all data/preferences along the way. We just want our phone to be exactly how it is now, down to the last shortcut ...... but rooted!
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Gingerbreak... when it's released.
MitchRapp said:
Still, for people who just want to root it with a 1-click method, what's the way to do it for 2.3.3?
I used rageagainstthecage for 2.2, then used SuperOneClick for 2.2.1 and 2.2.2 ..... What now with 2.3.3 ?
EDIT: I should mention that most users (like me) want to root their phones without flashing this and that, losing all data/preferences along the way. We just want our phone to be exactly how it is now, down to the last shortcut ...... but rooted!
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It's already been stated, use PASSIMG.zip method to downgrade to 2.2 or whatever you'd like then root. There is currently no way to root a 2.3.3 ROM with any sort of 1 click.
There is, but it's not 1-click - having unlocked bootloader allows you to flash SU and change permissions accordingly.
Those demanding 1-click will have to wait until there is any 1-click solution - and this might take time.
I just tried unlocking my bootloader but it says I'm missing AdbWinApi.dll ... I have it though. I've used the SDK for rooting before without any errors like this. Must be my day...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=781386
If you upgraded a rooted device - you can also try the "RErooting guide", in one of the threads where you've asked if it's wiping the whole device. It doesn't. But it might not work without unlocked bootloader - I'm not sure that locked fastboot allows you to boot non-stock, even to memory using "fastboot boot" command. If it does - it's a rooting option completely overlooked until now.
Hi!
Is it possible? I just bought a white Note Open Line but didn't noticed that it was released from India, My Blue one came from Singapore and already getting official update while the white one did not. Now my question is If I flash a stock ROM http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1424997&page=3, would I be able to get an official update OTA? I wanna change the firmware the same as the blue one.
Many Thanks!
If you flash new firmware like LA4 you can't update using Kies .
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ranjan.alva said:
If you flash new firmware like LA4 you can't update using Kies .
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Thanks for replying! I update mine over the air. Currently I'm on KL2, if I change the white note with KL2 same as mine will I be able to download updates over the air if there is new update? Or if I flash any of the stock rom even if there's an update I won't be able download official update over the air?
Thanks!
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bratboo said:
Thanks for replying! I update mine over the air. Currently I'm on KL2, if I change the white note with KL2 same as mine will I be able to download updates over the air if there is new update? Or if I flash any of the stock rom even if there's an update I won't be able download official update over the air?
Thanks!
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Yes you will get updates. find the latest update available for your region then flash it.
What if your phone is rooted?
I would like to know if OTA updates are possible if you have rooted it. I gather from my experience in the past that you cannot. My phone now fails to connect to the server.
TBH, it is not a drama form me, I have no lag, and the phone seems to work brilliantly, apart from battery life. I had to root in order to get even reasonable battery life, as the bloatware was killing it.
The other issue is, as far as I can tell, we cannot get root access for stock LA4 OTA updates. Is this true, and can anyone say why? Of course, I may have that completely wrong.
Generally, after my attempt at using the Note without root for a month, I prefer root to a new ROM, at least until ICS. Even then, I think I'll wait until the bugs are ironed out, and then get an update that is rootable.
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OK, I have just read another of dr.ketan's most excellent and informative posts, and I think I can see the answer.
Real soon now, I'll have enough information and courage (and enough time) to start flashing custom roms at will!
After rooting phone you wont get OTA updates. and no warranty.
ranjan.alva said:
After rooting phone you wont get OTA updates. and no warranty.
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I know many people in this forum who continue to have updates OTA with rooted phones.
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You may get OTA after root,Only if you have selected right ROM for your region.
But remember if you update with OTA, you will lose Root. And now a days newer update is non rootable. so you cant root it again after update.
dr.ketan said:
You may get OTA after root,Only if you have selected right ROM for your region.
But remember if you update with OTA, you will lose Root. And now a days newer update is non rootable. so you cant root it again after update.
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Thank you for this info! I just found out that my white note came from Samsung India and from what I heard they update pretty long. I won't mind if I will lose the root after as long as I got the white one the same firmware with my blue one so they will update at the same time. Thanks again!
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What is the overall strategy for someone like me who is not intending (yet) to flash
dr.ketan said:
You may get OTA after root,Only if you have selected right ROM for your region.
But remember if you update with OTA, you will lose Root. And now a days newer update is non rootable. so you cant root it again after update.
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Many thanks for that, but what is the overall strategy for someone like me who is not intending (yet) to flash ROMs? Should I wait until an OTA ROM is rootable, then unroot, get an OTA update, and the root again? Or should I go the whole hog and start flashing stock ROMs instead.
I am not (yet) talking about flashing custom ROMs. All I want is root access and the stock ROM.
BTW, I sincerely appreciate the time you personally have spent helping all of us with an enormous range of issues on this and related matters. I run my own support forums for a particular software product (which I was involved with writing) and I understand very well how much time and effort is involved with keeping up this level of support.
One thing i like to say what is wrong to update it manually rather then OTA?
OTA is the choice, who dont care Root. If you like to Root your device, just forget OTA, there is no guarranty wat thing when gets available, just try to use your device in best way with watever available right Now.
I dont see near future someone find out a method to root latest Or each n every ROM. this is hide n seek game, if someone find it, samsung will patch that thing in next update. so it become non usable.
What i believe is get Root n CWM/Mobile Odin Pro. Install any ROM, you like to try with Rooting function active. If you dont like just change it. Itz just simple.
Root also get you facility to keep Backup of your data n all.
dr.ketan said:
One thing i like to say what is wrong to update it manually rather then OTA?
OTA is the choice, who dont care Root. If you like to Root your device, just forget OTA, there is no guarranty wat thing when gets available, just try to use your device in best way with watever available right Now.
I dont see near future someone find out a method to root latest Or each n every ROM. this is hide n seek game, if someone find it, samsung will patch that thing in next update. so it become non usable.
What i believe is get Root n CWM/Mobile Odin Pro. Install any ROM, you like to try with Rooting function active. If you dont like just change it. Itz just simple.
Root also get you facility to keep Backup of your data n all.
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+1 .. Totally agreed..
jeromepearce said:
Should I wait until an OTA ROM is rootable, then unroot, get an OTA update, and the root again? Or should I go the whole hog and start flashing stock ROMs instead.
I am not (yet) talking about flashing custom ROMs. All I want is root access and the stock ROM.
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C'mon, mate, you're an Aussie: since when do the Aussies let others decide what they should or shouldn't do? You're going to wait for Samsung to let you have what you need when they see fit? Or are you going to take it yourself when and how you want?
Rooting is the way to go for the most people around here. That way you:
1. get the newest updates only a couple of days after they are released (good people in Dev section need just a day or two to let you download new stock Roms, already rooted)
2. get to play with lots of custom Roms out there - it's such fun, you wouldn't believe
3. get to backup your phone - system and data both - so you are safe to play on without fear that something bad is going to happen: you always have your backups to fall back on if it does
4. get to test various kernels, themes, rooted apps and whatnot to your heart's content
5. get enormous fun doing all of the above
Just follow the first link in DrKetan's signiture, read carefully, follow the instructions to the letter, and you'll never look back.
OK, I am getting the message
chasmodo said:
C'mon, mate, you're an Aussie: since when do the Aussies let others decide what they should or shouldn't do? You're going to wait for Samsung to let you have what you need when they see fit? Or are you going to take it yourself when and how you want?
Rooting is the way to go for the most people around here.
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Just follow the first link in DrKetan's signiture, read carefully, follow the instructions to the letter, and you'll never look back.
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OK, I am getting the message
BTW, I'm not just an Aussie, I'm an Aussie By Choice! Took me 10 years to get citizenship because my wife is disabled and they kept refusing us based on that (it went to the minister in the end). So, no, I definitely do not let others decide what I can and cannot do!
chasmodo said:
Just follow the first link in DrKetan's signiture, read carefully, follow the instructions to the letter, and you'll never look back.
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Amen - this is all you need to know. Don't worry about getting updates from Samsung... your in better hands here.
So, I had an issue with the charging port on my Nexus 6 and Motorola is sending out a replacement phone. This is actually the second time this has happened. Anyway, the last time it happened, I was able to get a USB connection and unroot the phone and wipe everything before sending it back to Motorola. This time however, one of the pins on the USB connection has broken and I believe it is one that is used for data transfer and my PC won't recognize the device. I know how to unroot with a computer connection, but I was wondering if anyone knew how to unroot without a computer? I'm still able to move files on and off the phone via wifi, cell and Bluetooth. Thanks in advance for any help.
There's a full unroot option in SuperSU, afterwords you can flash stock rom, not sure how you will get the bootloader locked though
Ok, I found the option in SuperSU for the full unroot. Thanks for that. Now to figure out how to lock the bootloader...
cmorin543 said:
Ok, I found the option in SuperSU for the full unroot. Thanks for that. Now to figure out how to lock the bootloader...
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Are you already on stock ROM?
I'm currently running PureNexus - the replacement phone is set to arrive tomorrow, so I'm trying to plan ahead since Motorola only allows so many days to receive the old phone before they keep my $500 deposit...
cmorin543 said:
I'm currently running PureNexus - the replacement phone is set to arrive tomorrow, so I'm trying to plan ahead since Motorola only allows so many days to receive the old phone before they keep my $500 deposit...
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I don't know how you'll be able to flash the stock ROM tbh without fastboot as well as relocking the bootloader. Maybe it would be possible to setup a SSH connection to your phone and send the fastboot commands through there? Not sure, not a pro at this, maybe someone else can lean in here and help you out
Do you have twrp installed, you can copy a stock image over and flash it with twrp. If not, box it up and cross your fingers. I doubt you will have any trouble. Everyone worries about this but never seen anyone say they got denied.
Google The Magnuson Moss Warranty Act. It says manufacturers can't deny warranty unless they can show what you did caused the issue. This is a physical issue, obviously you didn't.
Link to use twrp to flash.
http://www.droidviews.com/now-flash-image-files-using-twrp-2-8-4-0/
Yes, I have TWRP installed. If I can't find another way, I'll flash a stock rom over it and hope for the best. Thanks!!
Couldn't you just take the beta program update and it will take it back to stock?
brando21 said:
Couldn't you just take the beta program update and it will take it back to stock?
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No because he has twrp installed, it's will fail
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Than maybe I had done something different about a week ago or so. I was on stock rooted with twrp took the update and I'm positive that it flashed stock recovery over twrp. I'm now unrooted with stock recovery. I did not use the computer or manually flashed anything in twrp
brando21 said:
Than maybe I had done something different about a week ago or so. I was on stock rooted with twrp took the update and I'm positive that it flashed stock recovery over twrp. I'm now unrooted with stock recovery. I did not use the computer or manually flashed anything in twrp
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I can verify that when I first joined the beta program I successfully took the OTA with TWRP and it rebooted to stock recovery.
So what your saying is I should be able to flash a stock rom with twrp and take an ota update and it should go back to the stock bootloader? Will this also relock the bootloader as well?
From what I know it will take everything back to stock except relocking the bootloader. For that you need to fastboot lock the device. What I have read through several sites is that having an unlocked bootloader it will not affect warranty fixes or replacements..