Unlock question - Sprint HTC One (M7)

I asked elsewhere but haven't gotten a response yet. I always forget the terminology for things so forgive me but if I unlock the bootloader do I still need to root in order to use roms or is that it ? Thanks in advance.
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theeraser88 said:
I asked elsewhere but haven't gotten a response yet. I always forget the terminology for things so forgive me but if I unlock the bootloader do I still need to root in order to use roms or is that it ? Thanks in advance.
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It goes hand in hand.
If you unlock you want a recovery and super user.. so why unlock if you are not going to root.
I would start here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2249495
This will walk you through the whole thing

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root for htc raider\vivid

Hey guys was wondering if anyone knew how i could root my htc raider. im up here in canada on rogers and just switched from my atrix and never realized till now how much i needed root access lol. if anyone know how please lemme know im willing to paypal a donation to anyone that can help me out
thanks
update
i unlocked my boot loader and used this method and im able to use titanium backup and superuser apps hope this helps
http://androidcommunity.com/htc-amaze-4g-gets-permanent-one-click-root-20111020/
Yes just picked mine up today. Would love to know how to root this device also.
With this phone being released on AT&T on November 6th there will most certainly be a tremendous increase in the desire for root and dev involvement. It won't be long before this phone has it's own forum and a whole lot of XDA love. I'm one of the many that has been waiting for this phone to come out since it was leaked back in May and I can hardly wait to get my hands on one!
Adding support to this thread. Would love to get root for my Raider! Will also help out this process in anyway I can.
icepixie said:
Adding support to this thread. Would love to get root for my Raider! Will also help out this process in anyway I can.
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+1. I plan on picking up this device on monday
Does the raider/vivid have the ability to do HDMI out?
it has a mhl port which is physically identical to a micro usb, it does do hdmi out but you need an adapter
google mhl to hdmi and it will all come up
Do we know if the boot loader is locked or unlocked?
Add your vote here to get an HTC Holiday/Raider/Vivid forum added.
Anyone try the regular rooting methods
The bootloader unlock works from HTC just tested it, now we need S-OFF
mafiaboy01 said:
The bootloader unlock works from HTC just tested it, now we need S-OFF
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Can you clarify this method ? Is love to assist
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I'm not able to post links, but if you google htc bootloader and go to htcdev.com it will all be there, I believe that's what he's referring to.
Zombiejc said:
I'm not able to post links, but if you google htc bootloader and go to htcdev.com it will all be there, I believe that's what he's referring to.
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Yes that's what I'm refering too, my bootloader is unlocked but we need a custom recovery to get full root.
im getting my Vivid tomorrow morning hopefully there will be a way to root this device by the end of the month
i went to htcdev it wouldnt let me unlock, also i dont see this device on the list?
perryh1 said:
i went to htcdev it wouldnt let me unlock, also i dont see this device on the list?
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Doesn't matter, just get the fastboot code and it will generate a working unlock code.
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mafiaboy01 said:
Doesn't matter, just get the fastboot code and it will generate a working unlock code.
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To your knowledge is anyone working on a recovery yet?
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drewdatrip said:
To your knowledge is anyone working on a recovery yet?
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Not that I know of, this will probably speed up now that its available in the u.s.
But I'm more than willing to dump any partions a developerwould need.
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mafiaboy01 said:
Not that I know of, this will probably speed up now that its available in the u.s.
But I'm more than willing to dump any partions a developerwould need.
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Same here.
Bootloader unlock govig you anything in recovery to backup?
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Can anyone help me root?

I've been a heavy user of Android for a few years, and flashed several roms, mods and kernels on my LG P500 and my friend's phones. But this phone is a bit different from the other ones i've used, and my budget is a bit low, so i'm afraid of screwing up. What i need is to somebody to help me, with the requirements i need and the process of rooting this phone. Any help of someone who is already rooted would be appreciated. Regards, AnonymRocker.
Just unlock the bootloader and use this tool
http://www.batakang.com/ftp/RAZRi/RootUtility/RAZRi_Root_Windows.zip
Hi TheAnonymRocker
For this phone I tried several rooters but the one that worked was the TATAZEUS mentioned.
Install Drivers and simply execute Root.bat into the zip. Tested on 871.111.20003.XT890.Brasil.en.BR. But Works on 871.111.20003.XT890.Brasil.en.BR too.
To unlock this phone visit Motorola website to request unlock key. Lost Warranty but not the updates for phone.
I'm going to try this method once i get home. Thanks for your help!
Do i need the drivers to use the root tool? And if i screw up, can i possibly brick it?
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TheAnonymRocker III said:
Do i need the drivers to use the root tool? And if i screw up, can i possibly brick it?
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yep you need the drivers and you dont have to unlock the bootloader to gain root im rooted but havent unlocked my bootloader yet
im just waitng to see what the jellybean update will be like first
How did you root without unlocking the bootloader? And where can i get these drivers?
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TheAnonymRocker III said:
How did you root without unlocking the bootloader? And where can i get these drivers?
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You unlock the bootloader and root
I used the motofail2go method first time didn't work second time rooted you can get the drivers from the stickies on the general under motorla tools
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dog121 said:
I used the motofail2go method first time didn't work second time rooted you can get the drivers from the stickies on the general under motorla tools
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But the motofail2go doesn't work with the last upgrade either 81.5.31002-81.5.39001.Retail.en.GB or 81.5.31006-81.5.40002.Retail.en.EU, does it?
piskr said:
But the motofail2go doesn't work with the last upgrade either 81.5.31002-81.5.39001.Retail.en.GB or 81.5.31006-81.5.40002.Retail.en.EU, does it?
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I'm on system 81.5.31002.XT890 Orange. En.gb
And it works and my boot loader is still locked
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Tell me if I'm wrong but my boot loader is still locked and we have root access
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dog121 said:
Tell me if I'm wrong but my boot loader is still locked and we have root access
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Yes you've obviously got the root access but you've gained it from the previous version of ics. The last version wouldn't allow rooting without unlocked bootloader as it could be assumed from the experience of those who tried to root upgraded razri.
Ok, i got hone and tried to unlock the bootloader, but when i tried to enter the fastboot command, i got this:
"$" is not a valid command
Can anyone help me?
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TheAnonymRocker III said:
Ok, i got hone and tried to unlock the bootloader, but when i tried to enter the fastboot command, i got this:
"$" is not a valid command
Can anyone help me?
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After a few tries, i'm rooted!
Thanks, guys!
Hey Guys,
Whats the benefit of rooting?
If I root, can i install 81.5.31002-81.5.39001.Retail.en.GB over my current version 81.5.31002.xt890.orange.en.gb
Thanks
grampsharry said:
Hey Guys,
Whats the benefit of rooting?
If I root, can i install 81.5.31002-81.5.39001.Retail.en.GB over my current version 81.5.31002.xt890.orange.en.gb
Thanks
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Nope, rooting is necesary to give some apps elevated permissions. If you want to change your firmware, you must unlock the bootloader, and the use a tool like RSD Lite to flash a new firm over the actual one.
rooting china version mt788
tatazeuz said:
Nope, rooting is necesary to give some apps elevated permissions. If you want to change your firmware, you must unlock the bootloader, and the use a tool like RSD Lite to flash a new firm over the actual one.
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Hi guys, can anyone please advise how do i root this phone bought in china? it is called mt788 over here, do i need to change my firmware or do i just need to root it to gain access to Google Play?

[Q] a NOOB Question about the bootloader~~~~~~~~~

(im new to this forum so i cant post screenshots in my thread)
Unlocking bootloaders and S-Off are different. Unlocking the bootloader just gives you some access to the boot partition, whereas S-Off means you have access to ALL partitions. Unlocking the bootloader is the first step.
With it unlocked, it will say UNLOCKED, and if you lock it back, it will say RE-LOCKED. With proper S-Off, you can downgrade the HBOOT so it will say LOCKED for warranty purposes. S-Off is not yet available for this phone
ArmedandDangerous said:
Unlocking bootloaders and S-Off are different. Unlocking the bootloader just gives you some access to the boot partition, whereas S-Off means you have access to ALL partitions. Unlocking the bootloader is the first step.
With it unlocked, it will say UNLOCKED, and if you lock it back, it will say RE-LOCKED. With proper S-Off, you can downgrade the HBOOT so it will say LOCKED for warranty purposes. S-Off is not yet available for this phone
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THANKS for your direction pointing!
your reply solved most of mysteries about this subject in my head.now i had a general understanding of what these "terms" mean, just too many of them and causes me a headache...
ok, 1st step, i am doing this!:good::laugh:
Just be careful, check your phone for AL defects before unlocking your bootloader. Warranty is void when you do, unless you can prove whatever defect you send the phone in for is not a result of unlocking, and even then...
ArmedandDangerous said:
Just be careful, check your phone for AL defects before unlocking your bootloader. Warranty is void when you do, unless you can prove whatever defect you send the phone in for is not a result of unlocking, and even then...
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ok thanks.
but "AL" stands for?!?
rikki_sun said:
ok thanks.
but "AL" stands for?!?
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I meant to type ALL
ArmedandDangerous said:
I meant to type ALL
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Lolok. One more question, if root it will i be able to receive any official OTA updates from HTC? If I can't how do i upgrade firmware in the future if there is any available?
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rikki_sun said:
Lolok. One more question, if root it will i be able to receive any official OTA updates from HTC? If I can't how do i upgrade firmware in the future if there is any available?
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You will get the update but not be able to install it if you run a rooted stock rom. You won't be able to flash it unless you unroot and put the stock recovery on. This can be done with a ruu
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ste1164 said:
You will get the update but not be able to install it if you run a rooted stock rom. You won't be able to flash it unless you uproot and put the stock recovery on. This can be done with a ruu
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Wow, "uproot" , "put stock recovery on"already sounded so complicated to me...
Any this topic related posts in the forum? I'll have a read later maybe.
Thanks for ur reply.
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rikki_sun said:
Wow, "uproot" , "put stock recovery on"already sounded so complicated to me...
Any this topic related posts in the forum? I'll have a read later maybe.
Thanks for ur reply.
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Read Mikes topic in Android development, I'd recommend reading about it before you touch any of this. Wait for the 4.2.2 update to see if it solves your problem, it should be out soon. If not then I'd say go and root.
rikki_sun said:
Wow, "uproot" , "put stock recovery on"already sounded so complicated to me...
Any this topic related posts in the forum? I'll have a read later maybe.
Thanks for ur reply.
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you should look into downloading the all in one toolkit. it will walk you through everything you need to do
skinsfanbdh said:
you should look into downloading the all in one toolkit. it will walk you through everything you need to do
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Thx.that sounds a lot easier. Any links for that please.
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rikki_sun said:
Thx.that sounds a lot easier. Any links for that please.
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here you go
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2183942
ste1164 said:
Read Mikes topic in Android development, I'd recommend reading about it before you touch any of this. Wait for the 4.2.2 update to see if it solves your problem, it should be out soon. If not then I'd say go and root.
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Yeah i will read it. And u make perfect sense about waiting for the upcoming update. Wondering when it'll come out .coz I do prefer not to root it.
Thanks a lot.
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ste1164 said:
Read Mikes topic in Android development, I'd recommend reading about it before you touch any of this. Wait for the 4.2.2 update to see if it solves your problem, it should be out soon. If not then I'd say go and root.
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Mikes has 30,000+ posts..i can't find it about this specific topic.
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rikki_sun said:
Mikes has 30,000+ posts..i can't find it about this specific topic.
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Ill look for it in sec. But id definitely wait then root if it isnt fixed.
ste1164 said:
Ill look for it in sec. But id definitely wait then root if it isnt fixed.
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okok。thx
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EDITED: post deleted, it didn't make sense
Bonely said:
delete this
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What?
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rikki_sun said:
What?
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oh sorry i typed something out but then I realized that I was tired and it didn't make sense...

Root/recovery

Hey guys just received brand new HTC one out of the box. Just wondering quickest method of root right now and what people are using for their recoveries. Yes I have researched but I see a lot of things out there. I'm sure one of your guys response would be quicker. If you could post links for root and a good recovery that would be appreciated. I'm on 4.2.2 thanks in advance.
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jarzy00 said:
Hey guys just received brand new HTC one out of the box. Just wondering quickest method of root right now and what people are using for their recoveries. Yes I have researched but I see a lot of things out there. I'm sure one of your guys response would be quicker. If you could post links for root and a good recovery that would be appreciated. I'm on 4.2.2 thanks in advance.
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3 steps.....
unlock bootloader through htcdev. flash custom recovery. flash rom.
jarzy00 said:
Hey guys just received brand new HTC one out of the box. Just wondering quickest method of root right now and what people are using for their recoveries. Yes I have researched but I see a lot of things out there. I'm sure one of your guys response would be quicker. If you could post links for root and a good recovery that would be appreciated. I'm on 4.2.2 thanks in advance.
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I assume you have the international unlocked One, not any of the U.S. carrier branded Ones.
1) Go to htcdev.com, create an account. Choose the option to unlock the bootloader. You need the fastboot drivers. Easy to find
2) Once you're bootloader unlocked, flash TWRP recovery from this link:
http://techerrata.com/browse/twrp2/m7
3) Install SuperSU once u have TWRP(the app will be installed automatically). Run the app
4) You're rooted. Very naize
P.S. I would advise u to S-OFF your phone after rooting it, coz certain ROMs aint compatible with S-ON, ur default. So, before installing the 4.4.2 OTA, flash ARHD 31.6, run the rumrunner tool
cr1960 said:
3 steps.....
unlock bootloader through htcdev. flash custom recovery. flash rom.
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I don't have an international unlocked one
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jarzy00 said:
I don't have an international unlocked one
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Then which variant do you have ?
jarzy00 said:
I don't have an international unlocked one
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Verizon wireless u.s.a and I'm on 4.2.2 and I waited to update to kitkat because I didn't know if there was an exploit for root and stuff like that. Can my bootloader still be unlocked? Keep in mind I'm 100% stock on 4.2.2 I just kind of need to be steered in the right direction on what to do next seeing as though there is an overwhelming amount of mods out for this phone.
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jarzy00 said:
Verizon wireless u.s.a and I'm on 4.2.2 and I waited to update to kitkat because I didn't know if there was an exploit for root and stuff like that. Can my bootloader still be unlocked? Keep in mind I'm 100% stock on 4.2.2 I just kind of need to be steered in the right direction on what to do next seeing as though there is an overwhelming amount of mods out for this phone.
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Yeah, u need to use rumrunner tool, not the HTC dev unlock.
http://rumrunner.us/downloads-2/
Download for Verizon, READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND PRE-REQUISITES CAREFULLY
And, btw, this is not the thread for the Verizon One. Hence, there are no ROMs which support the Verizon variant. Flashing a ROM from the development thread for HTC One WILL BRICK UR PHONE. Make sure u flash ROMs/MODs for the Verizon One from:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-htc-one
FYI, if u want the most mods/roms, u should have bought the unlocked One
jarzy00 said:
Verizon wireless u.s.a and I'm on 4.2.2 and I waited to update to kitkat because I didn't know if there was an exploit for root and stuff like that. Can my bootloader still be unlocked? Keep in mind I'm 100% stock on 4.2.2 I just kind of need to be steered in the right direction on what to do next seeing as though there is an overwhelming amount of mods out for this phone.
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Okay thank you very much
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Okay thank you very much
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Pls hit the thanks button
P.S. Why are you quoting yourself?? Quote me
raghav kapur said:
Pls hit the thanks button
P.S. Why are you quoting yourself?? Quote me
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Lol been a while since I've been on xda
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[Q] Toolkit for Root and Bootloader?

hi men,
I bought this phone today, and although I've seen videos to unlock root permissions and bootloarder, but i would like to know if there is a toolkit that allowed all this with just a few clicks without follow the whole procedure; and if yes, how can i use it.
thanks to all
Raschild6 said:
hi men,
I bought this phone today, and although I've seen videos to unlock root permissions and bootloarder, but i would like to know if there is a toolkit that allowed all this with just a few clicks without follow the whole procedure; and if yes, how can i use it.
thanks to all
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I haven't heard of one that does it all for you in a couple of clicks where you don't have to do anything.
You can give mine a go if you want. Its in my signature.
Nonono. Toolkits are a bad bad bad idea. It's actually not hard to flash roms and unlocked bootloaders. But it is so worthwhile learning all the commands and doing it yourself. Then if you ever stuff something up you will have an idea how to fix it instead of using a stupid toolkit. There are so many guides on here. They are well worth reading
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Nonono. Toolkits are a bad bad bad idea. It's actually not hard to flash roms and unlocked bootloaders. But it is so worthwhile learning all the commands and doing it yourself. Then if you ever stuff something up you will have an idea how to fix it instead of using a stupid toolkit. There are so many guides on here. They are well worth reading
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ok ok i'll do it, thanks for all :good:

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