Hey,
I´ll get a Razr i, problably with a brazillian firmware, and I heard that the XT890´s are receiving the update here in Brazil. The question is that I want my Razr i rooted on the Jelly Bean, and looks like (I readed the threads) I must unlock my bootloader to get it rooted. So the first question is: Is there any difference in unlock bootloader before or after I receive the notification to OTA update (beyond the fact that if I update before I will need to flash the JB rom manally)? How Razr i is running games like Dead Trigger, Shadowgun, Nova, and Modern Combat with this update?
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Hey there,
Now I am also a proud owner of a Galaxy Note
Just one little question:
I am pretty sure, that I will root this device - like i did with all my android devices. But I would like to wait a couple of weeks, to be sure that this device working fine so far, you know, warranty etc...
I am currently running the 2.3.5 firmware and there is an update avaliable (i believe it's 2.3.6) - Am I able to root my device even after updating?
There are some HTC devices, which are not rootable with the latest stock firmware - that's why I'm asking
I appreciate any help
Hello
A couple of moments ago.I was reading that the official JB update for our L7 was released.
For the moment is Telcel ROM, this means it's the official carrier update, but it's a little step in the development of a custom JB ROM.
This is the link
http://lg-phone-firmware.com/index.php?id_mod=13
It's in the latest added roms, it's v20a for P708g.
Ps: Because this is not a dev thread I put it in "General"
Hm telcel...
I noticed that too, i will connect tomorrow the cellphone to see if it gets updated in lg pc suite if not just flash kdz :victory:
I've an HTC One (Unlocked) running on Jelly Bean 4.3 with Sense 5.5 but the thing annoying me is latest KitKat update is not available for my region (Pakistan) yet. Is there any way to update my device without rooting or anything else? I don't wanna take any risk!
P.S. Is KitKat faster than Jelly Bean on HTC One?
RizwanYaqoob said:
I've an HTC One (Unlocked) running on Jelly Bean 4.3 with Sense 5.5 but the thing annoying me is latest KitKat update is not available for my region (Pakistan) yet. Is there any way to update my device without rooting or anything else? I don't wanna take any risk!
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No there is no way to update your device if you don't want to do anything. If you don't want to take any risk then just don't do nothing and wait for the ota update...
RizwanYaqoob said:
P.S. Is KitKat faster than Jelly Bean on HTC One?
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yes it slightly faster but not much noticeable
Android 5.0 (Lollipop) Bootloader and KitKat Compatibility
Everyone wants Lollipop, however it is worth considering some of the possible consequences of upgrading via OTA update.
Bootloader:
A new Bootloader (BL) will almost certainly be included in the OTA update. It is also very likely no KitKat Kernel, stock or custom will be able to boot properly with the 5.0 BL. Perhaps the Kernel DEVs can find a workaround.
Root: (ETA: Unknown)
It may take some time to gain root access on Lolipop as on other devices this has required a custom Kernel. A custom kernel itself may require kernel sources to be released - something that has taken weeks / months in the past.
Xposed Framework:
Developer has said he will wait for CyanogenMod based on Lollipop before properly starting development of an ART version of Xposed. CM12 may take a few weeks to release. Expect to do without Xposed for at least a month, probably longer since root is also required (see above.)
Custom Recovery:
This has not been an issue before, but it is always possible a new Bootloader could break compatibility with existing Custom Recoveries. Obviously, you would not be able to restore a CWM / TWRP backup without a functional custom recovery; but even then, it is unlikely you will be able to boot your KitKat backup.
Custom ROMs:
This is another area that could be affected by a new Bootloader. It is unknown if existing custom ROMs will require new Kernels / system changes in order to work with the new BL - something that could take days, weeks or months.
Performance:
Currently the performance difference between KitKat and Lollipop is unknown. If the first release of Lollipop for Android One has performance issues, you may be unable to revert back to stock KitKat.Possible solution:
Wait for a flashable zip [NOT OTA Update zip] of Stock Android One Lollipop ROM - this would mean your Bootloader remains at it's current version and potentially allowing you to change 'back and forth' between Stock KitKat and Stock Lollipop. However, it is currently unknown if the newer BL is a requirement for Android 5.0 Kernels.
This is taken from the Moto G thread and all credits goes to @lost101.The sole motive of this is to create awareness about the new bootloader included in 5.0
Thanks For The Info @DC07 :highfive:
Thanks For The Information Bruda !!
This thing is only for device like motorola, samsung etc.. As I never saw same thing for nexus.. Motorola does not allow to downgrade so they update bootloader in every android version update.. I dont think it will be same for sprout
Let it arrive ,no point in discussions on thongs that are not confirmed
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coolkoushik07 said:
This thing is only for device like motorola, samsung etc.. As I never saw same thing for nexus.. Motorola does not allow to downgrade so they update bootloader in every android version update.. I dont think it will be same for sprout
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Nope. The bootloader was updated on my nexus 7 flo for the 4.4.2 OTA. Since this update is much bigger I think we'll have a bootloader update too.
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Nope. The bootloader was updated on my nexus 7 flo for the 4.4.2 OTA. Since this update is much bigger I think we'll have a bootloader update too.
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Does it stop u from downgrading to any previous version?
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yes..
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Does it stop u from downgrading to any previous version?
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yes... once u update boot loader , you can never even think of downgrading ..
experience :/
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Is varun working with lollipop
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Yes,according to the ss posted in the fb group.But this doesn't mean everyone starts spamming his pm.
Let him take his time.This will make our lollipops taste more sweet
doubts about lollipop arise
is it possible to downgrade note 8 to 4.1.2 jelly bean or install miui firmware in note 8? or any best launcher that totally change look note 8 to jelly bean? HTC sence?
cheemak said:
is it possible to downgrade note 8 to 4.1.2 jelly bean or install miui firmware in note 8? or any best launcher that totally change look note 8 to jelly bean? HTC sence?
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Why would you do that?
No to the downgrade question not possible at all. Phone came out in android 7.1.1 and once on oreo with bootloader v4 you can't even go back to android 7.1.1.
Miui if phone is rooted and a dev ported it over to note 8 then yes. Unrooted then No.
Search for launchers on play store that looks like android 4.1.2 (hopefully they will work on later android versions, but since everyone moved on who knows just have to try a few).
if i will root my device then warranty will go out right? In past, i rooted my note 5. but that got one problem after rooting called deep sleep mode problem. Is it safe to root? I have good knowledge of rooting so i am pretty sure that i can root without problem but afterwards there is any problem or not?
Thanks for help
cheemak said:
if i will root my device then warranty will go out right? In past, i rooted my note 5. but that got one problem after rooting called deep sleep mode problem. Is it safe to root? I have good knowledge of rooting so i am pretty sure that i can root without problem but afterwards there is any problem or not?
Thanks for help
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What's your note 8 snapdragon (sm-n950U1/u/w) or exynos (SM-N950F/DS)?
If snapdragon then you have a locked bootloader which means only root and touchwiz custom rom (no MIUI) if your bootloader is v3 and below if v4 and up NO root.
If exynos then you'll have an unlock bootloader and check the note 8 rom forums. (So far it's all touchwiz roms atm, not much is happening) And yes once rooted Knox is forever tripped (no going back, so no Samsung pay, secure folder.) Depends where you live warranty will be gone (depend on your country's rules)..