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[Unlocked Only][ROOT][07-27-2011] CWM Recovery ROOT for any ROM

USE THIS SCRIPT AT YOUR OWN RISK
Prerequisites:
1. Unlocked Bootloader
2. CWM Recovery for unlocked bootloader installed
Code:
Changelog 27.7.2011:
- su and superuser updated to latest version
- fixed issue with permissions
- works correctly with Titanium Backup
Changelog 26.7.2011:
- added sqlite3 binary
- su and busybox updated to latest version
How to:
1. Download "root_cwm.zip" (bellow in Attached Files)
2. Copy it to sdcard or sdcard-ext
3. Reboot into CWM recovery
5. Click "install zip from sdcard"
6. Choose zip from sdcard
7. Pick the "root_cwm.zip"
8. Install
9. Reboot
Tested on kennethpenn's [ROM] AT&T 4.5.91 ★ Gingerbread 2.3.4, but should work on any ROM available.

Can you please upload the .zip?

kennethpenn said:
Can you please upload the .zip?
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its there in attached files...

kamma said:
its there in attached files...
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Edit: im an idiot.

Awesome
Sent from my MB860 using XDA Premium App

Worked like a charm. Thanks!

goscrewsir said:
Worked like a charm. Thanks!
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glad to hear...

So is the only difference between these two threads (this one and http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1140110) that the other is for the HKTW... orrrrr? =) and thanks anyway, I'm about to use your .zip right now

Worked beautifully when preinstall didn't, thank you

wow! this is awesome!

This is great!!!

I used this to obtain root in OTA 4.5.91 but I'm have some problems. Root explorer and terminal can access root, but Titanium Backup, busybox, and SQLite Editor cant get root access. USB debugging is turned on, and same for 3rd party install.
Anyone have any idea what's causing this?

Can you read/write in root explorer?
GuerillaZhou said:
I used this to obtain root in OTA 4.5.91 but I'm have some problems. Root explorer and terminal can access root, but Titanium Backup, busybox, and SQLite Editor cant get root access. USB debugging is turned on, and same for 3rd party install.
Anyone have any idea what's causing this?
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Sent from my MB860 using XDA App

i got it working, just manually copied su from /preinstall to /system/bin, and sqlite and titanium works now

how do i install CWM before I am rooted?

ekerbuddyeker said:
how do i install CWM before I am rooted?
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unlock BL and then go to fastboot mode and install CWM

munchy_cool said:
unlock BL and then go to fastboot mode and install CWM
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can you elaborate. I am in fastboot mode. How do I install CWM?

Hi,
For me, the flashing appears to be successful, but when I boot into recovery I'm getting the stock recovery. I think the issue is with /system/etc/install-recovery.sh, but I have no clue how to remove this file from my phone. I can't change the permissions or the file even with root access. Anyone have any advice?
Thanks!

ekerbuddyeker said:
can you elaborate. I am in fastboot mode. How do I install CWM?
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Here you go buddy: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1154600

kamma said:
USE THIS SCRIPT AT YOUR OWN RISK
Prerequisites:
1. Unlocked Bootloader
2. CWM Recovery for unlocked bootloader installed
How to:
1. Download "root_cwm.zip" (bellow in Attached Files)
2. Copy it to sdcard or sdcard-ext
3. Reboot into CWM recovery
5. Click "install zip from sdcard"
6. Choose zip from sdcard
7. Pick the "root_cwm.zip"
8. Install
9. Reboot
Tested on kennethpenn's [ROM] AT&T 4.5.91 ★ Gingerbread 2.3.4, but should work on any ROM available.
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Thanks a lot dude...
Easy as pie!
Cheers!
Rayan

[STOCK][C6602&C6603][4.2.2] Update to 10.3.A.0.423 [Rooted & XZDualRecovery][LB/UB]

[STOCK][C6602&C6603][4.2.2] Update to 10.3.A.0.423 [Rooted & XZDualRecovery][LB/UB]
Requirements:
Flashtool by @Androxyde
XZDualRecovery 2.5 BETA
Current FW version: 10.1.A.1.350, 10.1.A.1.434, 10.1.1.A.1.253 or 10.1.1.A.1.307 all can be updated!
Special features:
Superuser integrated in system, FULL root, no reboots when remounting /system RW!
XZDualRecovery 2.5 BETA (CWM 6.0.3.2 & TWRP 2.5.0.0) pre-installed;
Tailored FTF to minimize the chance of accidental system wiping!
No need to clear caches!
@shem2409 created a nice youtube video guide to assist you in your work, be sure to check this post for it! Thanks m8!
In the following guide I suggest you use an external SDCard but that's just good practice, you can use your internal storage or even an USB OTG storage device in TWRP if you like to install, that's no problem!... If you are modding and the likes, best is to have an external sdcard, just for safeties sake.
C6602: How to update to 10.3.A.0.423:
NOTE: STICK TO THIS ORDER AND STEPS!!
For C6602: Download C6602.flashable.423.zip (Bittorrent: 686MB) and C6602_10.3.A.0.423-stripped.ftf (15MB), save it somewhere you remember;
Put 'C6602.flashable.423.zip' on (the external) SDcard1;
Put 'C6602_10.3.A.0.423-stripped.ftf' inside the Flashtool/firmwares folder;
Create a backup of your phone in CWM or TWRP and don't forget to backup the contents of 'SDCard0';
Flash 'C6602.flashable.423.zip' in TWRP, do not reboot but go back to the main menu, then go to reboot->power off;
Flash everything in 'C6602_10.3.A.0.423-stripped.ftf';
Reboot to system without clearing (dalvik-/)cache.
C6603: How to update to 10.3.A.0.423:
NOTE: STICK TO THIS ORDER AND STEPS!!
For C6603: Download C6603.flashable.423.zip (Bittorrent: 719MB) and C6603_10.3.A.0.423-stripped.ftf (15MB), save it somewhere you remember;
Put 'C6603.flashable.423.zip' on (the external) SDcard1;
Put 'C6603_10.3.A.0.423-stripped.ftf' inside the Flashtool/firmwares folder;
Create a backup of your phone in CWM or TWRP and don't forget to backup the contents of 'SDCard0';
Flash 'C6603.flashable.423.zip' in TWRP, do not reboot but go back to the main menu, then go to reboot->power off;
Flash everything in 'C6603_10.3.A.0.423-stripped.ftf';
Reboot to system without clearing (dalvik-/)cache.
The first boot will be considerably slower and after a long wait at the boot animation you will see Android optimizing the apps on your phone.
After updating your NFC firmware and some update information has been displayed, all is done!
I have done this myself, using my own method and I have not found any problem yet, again! :fingers-crossed:
Enjoy! :victory:
Known XZDualRecovery Issues:
TWRP Usage warning: It seems TWRP 2.5.0.0 has issues with the internal storage, which seem related to the changes made to support encrypted storage volumes... This means the internal storage sometimes shows up almost empty (just folders) and no files. Try to use CWM when that happens.
Busybox Updater/Installer: If you have XZDualRecovery installed, un-install any Busybox updating app/tool as most if not all of them will install a version of busybox which does not support the lzma compression applets XZDualRecovery depends on. The version installed together with XZDualRecovery is very stable and I have yet to hear anyone complain about it's stability.
How to report errors:
Please, before shouting out "It doesn't work!!1!" or "I lost root!" or even "My phone reboots when remounting /system RW!!" try the following:
Restore a /system ONLY using any means you are familiar with so you can try again.
Root it using [Z][ROOT] DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit.
Install XZDualRecovery and then try to update again using TWRP. This time you can skip the FTF as it has already done it's job.
If it still fails something from there on: LOGS!!.
NOTE: The important ones can be found in /cache/recovery and in /tmp/XZDualRecovery, pack them up and send them to me.
Thank you
Flashable ROM Mutator:
Download AROMA ROM Mutator 0.14
This (former patch package) uses AROMA to create a user friendly menu to choose between updates to be installed.
If you want to switch from SuperSU (default in this ROM) to SuperUser (Be careful, SuperUser is incompatible with 4.2.2!) you can use this to make the change.
If you have the reboot problem when trying to remount /system writable, you can reinstall the superuser app of your preference, it's installation includes the latest patch.
If you are missing /system/bin/chargemon.stock and you want to be able to charge your phone while it's turned off.
Flash using one of the recoveries!
Version 0.13 and upwards is using AROMA 2.70B1 or better, the below warning can be ignored for now. Let me know how it performs!
AROMA Warning: AROMA currently works best in TWRP but even there it has some issues on the Z/ZL. It sometimes does not start up correctly or it has a 'sticky button' issue. It makes it a little less easy to use but this will be fixed in time. It is a combination problem caused by the new hardware and incompatibility with it and the fact the recoveries both have been updated considerably to work on the latest phones, causing issues with some functionality of AROMA.
If it hangs when trying to start, reboot your phone and try again.
If it has the sticky buttons, press the button again to activate.
You can avoid the sticky buttons by pressing them for about half a second (that means not too short and not too long). It will work, it's just showing a bug associated with the latest recoveries.
The Samsung S4, HTC One and One X and the Nexus 4 & 7 show the same issues. For them AROMA sometimes crashes, this is an issue i have not yet observed on the Z/ZL.
Thanks go to @Androxyde for the FTF creation, cheers m8!

nice! so does that mean we dont need to factory wipe before upgrading? I thought if we go across versions (4.1.2 > 4.2.2) you gotta wipe all your stuff first.

After flashing the stripped ftf, the phone doesn't go into recovery. It shows green light, Sony logo and nothing else. Then it just reboot again. Already tried downloaing the file and flashing again. still the same problem.

Ya, I need manual install dual boot to access back to CWM/TWRP then just can install but the preinstall superuser root is not working at all.
Root working back by installing DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit (v15) - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2327472

Is there any reason why the dalvik cache are not wiped in this release process?
Is it simply a speed/optimisation thing, or will it cause issues if it happens?

Comming from PAC... Do i need to install other Stock rom before update or just use the instructions above? thanks.

Ok, so this is what ive done to get this to boot, on existing rom with recovery installed I flashed the .432.zip, obviously it bootlooped, but then flashed the ftf file which got the rom to boot. Then rooted and installed recovery as Andrewtst has linked to above.
Cheers.

Can't download the zip and ftf file, doesnt work, anyone can confirm that? can you reuploading or verify if is everything ok, thx for the work you done.

zanndoth said:
After flashing the stripped ftf, the phone doesn't go into recovery. It shows green light, Sony logo and nothing else. Then it just reboot again. Already tried downloaing the file and flashing again. still the same problem.
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I got into the same problem, and cannot get out. Anyone has any advice?

please fix dead links

dopeee said:
nice! so does that mean we dont need to factory wipe before upgrading? I thought if we go across versions (4.1.2 > 4.2.2) you gotta wipe all your stuff first.
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I found out with the leak by doomlord that it would be possible to update, no need to wipe, the official update works even better
lysp said:
Is there any reason why the dalvik cache are not wiped in this release process?
Is it simply a speed/optimisation thing, or will it cause issues if it happens?
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It's meant as an update process and not wiping anything will make the ROM treat your phone as one that just got updated
Faelz said:
Comming from PAC... Do i need to install other Stock rom before update or just use the instructions above? thanks.
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Yes, you need a stock ROM before you can flash this, I would not recommend updating your phone from PAC...
bungknees said:
Ok, so this is what ive done to get this to boot, on existing rom with recovery installed I flashed the .432.zip, obviously it bootlooped, but then flashed the ftf file which got the rom to boot. Then rooted and installed recovery as Andrewtst has linked to above.
Cheers.
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zanndoth said:
After flashing the stripped ftf, the phone doesn't go into recovery. It shows green light, Sony logo and nothing else. Then it just reboot again. Already tried downloaing the file and flashing again. still the same problem.
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chuazy said:
I got into the same problem, and cannot get out. Anyone has any advice?
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I have modified the guide a bit as i should have done before i posted it...
Restore the kernel to anything other then the 4.2.2 one and then try to flash the update package, after flashing the update, re-flash the kernel.
I made one error in my guide: If someone is not using the correct version of XZDualRecovery (2.5 BETA) then you lose recovery when on the 4.2.2 kernel. The correct steps order to prevent this from happening are now in the OP.

please fix dead links

calvinleeabc said:
please fix dead links
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+1

After flashing this Rom, my data is still at Data/media but not on the default path, what should i do in this case? should i move the data from data/media to new location manually?

calvinleeabc said:
please fix dead links
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buciupetru said:
Can't download the zip and ftf file, doesnt work, anyone can confirm that? can you reuploading or verify if is everything ok, thx for the work you done.
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Sorry guys, the server is under a heavy load at the moment... the webserver lost a few workers that ate up much of the cpu time. I've killed them all and restarted the webserver.
IF the problem was caused by that, it's solved now

lethalfriend said:
After flashing this Rom, my data is still at Data/media but not on the default path, what should i do in this case? should i move the data from data/media to new location manually?
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No need: /data/media IS the 'new' location.

[NUT] said:
Sorry guys, the server is under a heavy load at the moment... the webserver lost a few workers that ate up much of the cpu time. I've killed them all and restarted the webserver.
IF the problem was caused by that, it's solved now
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thanks:good:efficient

[NUT] said:
No need: /data/media IS the 'new' location.
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But strangely, my phone isn't detecting the media from the above path, its just showing the pictures form newly created DCIM folder which is on a different location

lethalfriend said:
But strangely, my phone isn't detecting the media from the above path, its just showing the pictures form newly created DCIM folder which is on a different location
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Ooh... i now see what you mean... you are correct. I'll patch up the flashable package to do it automatically.
For you, use a file explorer to move the contents (skipping the 0 folder) of /data/media to /data/media/0/. Sorry man, i missed that completely on my phone

server stilll unreachable.

[Q] Help: Z1 Broken root?

Recently rooted my Z1 using the method outlined here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
It seems as if the process hasn't fully worked - I almost have a "half-rooted device." Root checker apps state the device is rooted, however:
- Busybox does not install
- Cannot find anything to do with/update binaries
- File Manager cannot gain access to write /system
- AdAway will not complete patching the host file (error)
Using SuperSU by the way. Is the only option for me to reflash stock firmware with flashtool, and do the whole thing again?
Cheers in advance.

Carlover1998 said:
Recently rooted my Z1 using the method outlined here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
It seems as if the process hasn't fully worked - I almost have a "half-rooted device." Root checker apps state the device is rooted, however:
- Busybox does not install
- Cannot find anything to do with/update binaries
- File Manager cannot gain access to write /system
- AdAway will not complete patching the host file (error)
Using SuperSU by the way. Is the only option for me to reflash stock firmware with flashtool, and do the whole thing again?
Cheers in advance.
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try to root it again by using that method

Ben Ling said:
try to root it again by using that method
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Wow, thanks very much - it worked!

[ROM] G530FZ stock 5.0.2, deodexed, root, xposed framework

Deodexed, debloated stok rom with supersu, busybox, xposed framework and updated minimal google apps.
Flash this rom with custom TWRP recovery FOR LOLLIPOP -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/grand-prime/development/custom-recovery-twrp-2-8-7-0for-lollipop-t3190351
Make sure you follow all the steps correctly:
1. download all files and put them on SD Card
2. boot into TWRP recovery
3. do a complete wipe (system, data, cache, internal storage)
4. first flash only G530fz_502_deodex_xposed.zip
5. when finished on the same screen WIPE CACHE
6. reboot to system and wait for rom to boot up, IT WILL LAST 10 MINUTES maybe more, it is normal for deodexed roms
7. once the language menu shows up you can reboot to recovery again
8. this time DO NOT wipe just flash xposed-v65-sdk21-arm-arter97-V5-generic[1].zip
9. DO NOT wipe cache and reboot to system
10. this time system boots faster but apps will be updated
11. when you complete setup first update SU binary in superuser app
12. install XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4[1].apk and reboot
13. open Xposed app it should say framework is connected
14. optionally make a backup and enjoy your phone
DOWNLOAD G530FZ deodexed xposed rom
SCREENSHOTS (rom has stock settings and launcher. screenshots might look little different as I use dpi 220, navbar in build.prop and action launcher on my phone..)
If you like this, you can buy me a beer, thanks!
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Base rom is http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/54047/G530FZXXU1BOG2_G530FZOXA1BOG2_PHE/
Credits:
twrp recovery http://forum.xda-developers.com/grand-prime/development/custom-recovery-twrp-2-8-7-0for-lollipop-t3190351
xposed lollipop http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/unofficial-xposed-samsung-lollipop-t3113463
deodexer - http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software-hacking/script-app-joeldroid-lollipop-batch-t2980857
how to deodex - http://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-galaxy-s5/general/how-to-deodex-lollipop-rom-t3065596
justarchi kitchen - https://github.com/JustArchi/ArchiKitchen
stericson -busybox
chainfire -supersu

If you are wondering what modules work, I attached wanam module for lollipop.
For status bar modding use http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.bocharov.xposed.fsbi, xstana isn't fully compatible with stock samsung lollipop roms.

Can i flash this rom on my galaxy grand prime model g530H...?

great jop >>> hope that it moded for g530h

Nasir javed said:
Can i flash this rom on my galaxy grand prime model g530H...?
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zshou92 said:
great jop >>> hope that it moded for g530h
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I don't think it will work, I will try to make rom for G530H later.
I just need these files from g530h running stock 5.0.2 rom and TWRP recovery:
/cache/recovery/last_log
and all files from these folders:
/system/app
/system/priv-app
/system/framework
also version number of stock rom that the phone is running or link to download from sammobile / samsung-updates sites
These files must be pulled with adb or file manager, I need files from rom that is in use, if I extract files from stock odin tar it might not work.
If someone can send me these files I will make you deodexed rom. :good:

hangy18 said:
I don't think it will work, I will try to make rom for G530H later.
I just need these files from g530h running stock 5.0.2 rom and TWRP recovery:
/cache/recovery/last_log
and all files from these folders:
/system/app
/system/priv-app
/system/framework
also version number of stock rom that the phone is running or link to download from sammobile / samsung-updates sites
These files must be pulled with adb or file manager, I need files from rom that is in use, if I extract files from stock odin tar it might not work.
If someone can send me these files I will make you deodexed rom. :good:
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here's the last_log
http://www.datafilehost.com/d/35178a46
rom base
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/53879/G530HXCU1BOH3_G530HSER1BOH3_SER/
the apk's
http://www.mediafire.com/?d35x0z8187cch0r
pull from adb :

Thank you very much !!!
i'll try this night
Edit: Thank you it works perfectly on my G530FZ.

working well on my g530fz

What apps are removed? But great. Finaly some development for this phone!

pajocos said:
What apps are removed? But great. Finaly some development for this phone!
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All Google apps except Google play, galaxy apps market and knox apps since it was disabled

pajocos said:
What apps are removed? But great. Finaly some development for this phone!
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Pd.Chal said:
here's the last_log
http://www.datafilehost.com/d/35178a46
rom base
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/53879/G530HXCU1BOH3_G530HSER1BOH3_SER/
the apk's
http://www.mediafire.com/?d35x0z8187cch0r
pull from adb :
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Thanks I will make rom for g530h during the weekend.

weather widget is missing. Is it suposed? I'm looking in system.rar that you uploaded but still didn't find him

Unfortunately nothing works for me
Probably it is caused by encrypted storage in my case but flashing TWRP via Odin leads to boot into black screen with coloured vertical strips but nothing else....flashing back PhilZ CWM works but using it for installation of this ROM doesn't work (as expected)...
So, what do you suggest? Flashing back Stock ROM (v4.4.4) and trying it again or is there anyone else with the same issues but with unencrypted phone?
Thx for your help,
x.

waiting for the 530H

Good day!
Let's make this happen! How can i help? I have G530H with XXU baseband.
Sent from my SM-G530H using XDA Free mobile app

ZenitramXdaDev said:
Let's make this happen! How can i help? I have G530H with XXU baseband.
Sent from my SM-G530H using XDA Free mobile app
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/grand-prime/development/mini-rom-deodex-apps-lollipop-5-0-2-t3194189 another user made it already

pajocos said:
weather widget is missing. Is it suposed? I'm looking in system.rar that you uploaded but still didn't find him
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I may have deleted some more apps, there you go:
https://mega.nz/#!RVFDWDSD!_jTpUTYE5h9t07WGPphWoUTXIj-Z0fmv5YRnlxF5p94

i deleted the weather app

xkovi said:
Unfortunately nothing works for me
So, what do you suggest? Flashing back Stock ROM (v4.4.4) and trying it again or is there anyone else with the same issues but with unencrypted phone?
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I don't have any knowledge of encryption in android, try searching xda forums for more advice, but I think such features were designed to be used with stock system and recovery. Also samsung KNOX is disabled in this rom but I am not sure if it affects device encryption in any way.

Pd.Chal said:
here's the last_log
http://www.datafilehost.com/d/35178a46
rom base
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/53879/G530HXCU1BOH3_G530HSER1BOH3_SER/
the apk's
http://www.mediafire.com/?d35x0z8187cch0r
pull from adb :
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Hi, is this rom working http://forum.xda-developers.com/grand-prime/development/mini-rom-deodex-apps-lollipop-5-0-2-t3194189 ?
I am not sure if version for g530h is still needed.
Let me know.
Thanks

Canadian S5 (900W8) 5.1.1 Oficial Update

Koodo Mobile: http://downloadmirror.co/android/tq/G900W8VLU1COI4_G900W8OYA1COI4_KDO.zip
SaskTel: http://downloadmirror.co/android/tr/G900W8VLU1COI4_G900W8OYA1COI4_BWA.zip
Virgin Mobile: http://downloadmirror.co/android/ts/G900W8VLU1COI4_G900W8OYA1COI4_VMC.zip
Bell Mobil: http://downloadmirror.co/android/tt/G900W8VLU1COI4_G900W8OYA1COI4_BMC.zip
Rogers: http://downloadmirror.co/android/tu/G900W8VLU1COI4_G900W8OYA1COI4_RWC.zip
Telus: http://downloadmirror.co/android/tv/G900W8VLU1COI4_G900W8OYA1COI4_TLS.zip
Fido Mobile: http://downloadmirror.co/android/tw/G900W8VLU1COI4_G900W8OYA1COI4_FMC.zip
Source: http://www.theandroidsoul.com/downl...1-update-g900w8vlu1coi4-with-root-info-85381/

Nice, which I've would I download for Wind Mobile?

If Flash fire shows protected on some partitions does that mean I have to use Odin on PC?

Spacemonkie4207 said:
Nice, which I've would I download for Wind Mobile?
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The Wind Mobile firmware is always released under its parent company's name, Globalive, which is not listed here. It's CSC is GLO if you can find it elsewhere. But it really doesn't matter at all. The last few releases that were labelled Globalive were literally just the Bell version renamed. You can use any of the firmware versions above if you want. I used the Telus one a couple of times, just because I have a grudge against Bell and Rogers. But it makes absolutely no difference.

hexavoodoomal said:
The Wind Mobile firmware is always released under its parent company's name, Globalive, which is not listed here. It's CSC is GLO if you can find it elsewhere. But it really doesn't matter at all. The last few releases that were labelled Globalive were literally just the Bell version renamed. You can use any of the firmware versions above if you want. I used the Telus one a couple of times, just because I have a grudge against Bell and Rogers. But it makes absolutely no difference.
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Where can I find the proper apn settings?

Zehlek said:
If Flash fire shows protected on some partitions does that mean I have to use Odin on PC?
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use odin in pc

Spacemonkie4207 said:
Where can I find the proper apn settings?
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Google it.

Whats new ?
Whhats new on 5.1.1 theme store coming out with this ? What can i find
Plz some one upload captures

brayhanrd said:
Whhats new on 5.1.1 theme store coming out with this ? What can i find
Plz some one upload captures
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I have 900M so i cant install, maybe anyone can post anything, but 99% sure didnt have themes
Enviado de meu SM-G900F usando Tapatalk

brayhanrd said:
Whhats new on 5.1.1 theme store coming out with this ? What can i find
Plz some one upload captures
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I think it is more under the hood updates
Sent from my SM-G900W8 using Tapatalk

Anyone figure out how to root this version. I tried to install TWRP and flashed Super SU, cleared cache and dalvik but it just boot loops on first boot after flashing firmware. Tried to install after it booted and set up user name and accounts by the same process but I had the same results.
Any suggestions?
Thanks.

daroco said:
Anyone figure out how to root this version. I tried to install TWRP and flashed Super SU, cleared cache and dalvik but it just boot loops on first boot after flashing firmware. Tried to install after it booted and set up user name and accounts by the same process but I had the same results.
Any suggestions?
Thanks.
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Only with custom kernel
Enviado de meu SM-G900F usando Tapatalk

Thanks bro! I thought about it but I didn't think it mattered. I'll give it a go.
No dice as of yet, custom kernels are not booting either, good thing I had the sense to do a bacup first
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daroco said:
Thanks bro! I thought about it but I didn't think it mattered. I'll give it a go.
No dice as of yet, custom kernels are not booting either, good thing I had the sense to do a bacup first
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The way I usually root is to flash CF-Auto-Root-kltecan-kltevl-smg900w8.tar using odin. Can you try that?
I haven't updated yet until I'm sure root is there as I gave the phone to my wife.

thanks

Still bootloops when I flashed CF-Autoroot. it also installed the original recovery from another BL version. I reflashed TWRP and cleared cache and dalvik (not that I expected it to do much) but still the same. restored a nandroid and I had all kinds of apps FC. End result was to factory reset the phone to be in a stable condition. If this was a car I could get this damn thing running right! I should have learned more about programming while I was in school...... 2 kids and a mortgage I have no time for it now.

[HOWTO] Root your 5.1.1 G900W8VLU1COI4 firmware
daroco said:
Anyone figure out how to root this version. I tried to install TWRP and flashed Super SU, cleared cache and dalvik but it just boot loops on first boot after flashing firmware. Tried to install after it booted and set up user name and accounts by the same process but I had the same results. [...]
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mauriicio21 said:
Only with custom kernel
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Not exactly
You need stock kernel but with sepolicy patched in ramdisk, according to @Chainfire's method.
I think I could help all G900W8's users
Rooting procedure (requires TWRP or CWM):
1. Download patched kernel and the latest SuperSU (2.52+):
>> KERNEL_G900W8VLU1COI4_Stock_patched.zip <<
>> SuperSU BETA by @Chainfire <<
2. Copy both zip files to phone or extSdCard
3. Go to TWRP / CWM and flash both files one by one. Order does not matter
4. Reboot the phone.
5. Enjoy your rooted 5.1.1 firmware
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It is time to say that I also need your help as there is no 5.1.1 firmware for other S5's variants yet. I need updated SELinux contexts and and permissions list from your 5.1.1 firmware (in all Snapdragon S5 variants contexts/permissions are the same). I require it as I would like to be well prepared with my custom ROMs for G900F/FD. I believe that Android 5.1.1 for G900F/FD is just a matter of a few days...
Please do as follow while running G900W8VLU1COI4 firmware:
- Install Terminal Emulator from Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm)
- Type commands as follow:
Code:
[COLOR="Red"]su[/COLOR]
cd /system
ls -aRZ > /storage/emulated/0/test1.txt
ls -aRn > /storage/emulated/0/test2.txt
- you will find above txt files in the internal sdcard's root directory - please zip these files and post here as attachment
NOTE1: Rooted phone is not a MUST. If you have not rooted 5.1.1 firmware - just bypass "su" command and ignore "Permission denied" messages. In fact it will also do the work as it should.
NOTE2: Don't worry. Your /system partition will remain untouched by these actions. No private data will be read as all private contents are stored on /data

_alexndr said:
Not exactly
You need stock kernel but with sepolicy patched in ramdisk, according to @Chainfire's method.
I think I could help all G900W8's users
Rooting procedure (requires TWRP or CWM):
1. Download patched kernel and the latest SuperSU (2.52+):
>> KERNEL_G900W8VLU1COI4_Stock_patched.zip <<
>> SuperSU BETA by @Chainfire <<
2. Copy both zip files to phone or extSdCard
3. Go to TWRP / CWM and flash both files one by one. Order does not matter
4. Reboot the phone.
5. Enjoy your rooted 5.1.1 firmware
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It is time to say that I also need your help as there is no 5.1.1 firmware for other S5's variants yet. I need updated SELinux contexts and and permissions/symlinks list from your 5.1.1 firmware. I require it to be well prepared with my custom firmware for G900F. I believe that Android 5.1.1 for G900F is just a matter of a few days.
Please do as follow while running G900W8VLU1COI4 firmware:
- Install Terminal Emulator from Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm)
- Type commands as follow:
Code:
[COLOR="Red"]su[/COLOR]
cd /system
ls -aRZ > /storage/emulated/0/test1.txt
ls -aRn > /storage/emulated/0/test2.txt
- you will find above txt files in the internal sdcard's root directory - please zip these files and post here as attachment
NOTE1: Rotted phone is not a MUST. If you have not rooted 5.1.1 firmware - just bypass "su" command and ignore "Permission denied" messages. In fact it will also do the work as it should.
NOTE2: Don't worry. Your /system partition will remain untouched by these actions. No private data will be read as all private contents are stored on /data
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Do you Know how can i get spanish on this Vertion plz. ? @_alexndr

_alexndr said:
Not exactly
You need stock kernel but with sepolicy patched in ramdisk, according to @Chainfire's method.
I think I could help all G900W8's users
Rooting procedure (requires TWRP or CWM):
1. Download patched kernel and the latest SuperSU (2.52+):
>> KERNEL_G900W8VLU1COI4_Stock_patched.zip <<
>> SuperSU BETA by @Chainfire <<
2. Copy both zip files to phone or extSdCard
3. Go to TWRP / CWM and flash both files one by one. Order does not matter
4. Reboot the phone.
5. Enjoy your rooted 5.1.1 firmware
------------------------------------------------------
It is time to say that I also need your help as there is no 5.1.1 firmware for other S5's variants yet. I need updated SELinux contexts and and permissions list from your 5.1.1 firmware (in all Snapdragon S5 variants contexts/permissions are the same). I require it as I would like to be well prepared with my custom ROMs for G900F/FD. I believe that Android 5.1.1 for G900F/FD is just a matter of a few days...
Please do as follow while running G900W8VLU1COI4 firmware:
- Install Terminal Emulator from Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm)
- Type commands as follow:
Code:
[COLOR="Red"]su[/COLOR]
cd /system
ls -aRZ > /storage/emulated/0/test1.txt
ls -aRn > /storage/emulated/0/test2.txt
- you will find above txt files in the internal sdcard's root directory - please zip these files and post here as attachment
NOTE1: Rotted phone is not a MUST. If you have not rooted 5.1.1 firmware - just bypass "su" command and ignore "Permission denied" messages. In fact it will also do the work as it should.
NOTE2: Don't worry. Your /system partition will remain untouched by these actions. No private data will be read as all private contents are stored on /data
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Hope this helps, thanks for your help.
Here you go!

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