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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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!
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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 there guys. As you probably noticed,i'm new here,so pardon me if my question sounds noobish at the time,but I promise I'll learn from you guys! Thanks!
So,the question's simple. How do I update my phone's firmware? Don't wanna brick or possibly damage my phone here,as I just bought a couple of days ago. So,is there any risk to update the phone's firmware? Thanks bros!
Have you use search features before asking this question?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1111771
Yeah,saw that already,but it seems to convoluted for me. I need a one-to-one kinda reply. Honestly,I didn't understand anything that was written on that page. So,could please someone clarify it in a more simple,noobish,way?
Thanks bro!
pdf guides are included in the kit. just follow them
either you can use KDZ or R&D for the official
or flash any custom ROM with CWM
(the tutor is already out there)
and the risk ? bootloop or brick maybe
Thanks bros! And another thing,what are custom ROMs? I keep hearing about it like Cyanogen? What's the upside for using it?
Laier94 said:
Thanks bros! And another thing,what are custom ROMs? I keep hearing about it like Cyanogen? What's the upside for using it?
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Custom roms in simple terms are unofficial versions of the o/s modified or "cooked" by people who want to add or remove certain features or performance tweaks. The upside is you can find a ROM that suits your usage and aesthetic preferences. For more info read through some ROM threads and compare their features.
However there is always a chance something could go wrong even if you know what you are doing. So my advice would be to read and re read the instructions from rooting to flashing radios to flashing roms and look up the termanology until you think you understand and then read it all again. There are some good guides around that can givevyou the basics.
Otherwise you can wait until your carrier releases a official update.
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Thanks for clarifying bros!
And another thing,I just saw this vid at Youtube.
It's called "How To Install CyanogenMod 7 On Your Android Device"
I can't post the link here because im still new,haha!
Is it really that easy to install Cyanogenmod on your phone? But your phone have to be rooted first,right?
I saw the list with the firmware from various countries,but not mine,Malaysia. How do I solve this? I'm still suck with V10-a,which i think is the oldest firmware for OB.
Also,what are these baseband,kernel and build number thingies? Anything important? Thanks! Really starting to get interested in these things!
I think the following is related to malayians so you have to use an indonesian firmware :
http://csmg.lgmobile.com:9002/csmg/b2c/client/tool_mode_country_check.jsp?model=LGP970&country=MY
- you can flash firmwares anytime whatever the situation
- to flash a ROM (cyanogen, nova...) you need the custom recovery mod called ClockworkMod alias CWM (available on the market via ROM Manager app, or my kit)
- and for CWM, root access is needed
once phone is rooted and CWM installed, phone potential is extended to the infinite. you can then install a lot of useful apps of more and customize your phone.
I think the general goal of all of that, is to optimize and extend possibilities as far as possible and then you'll be able to say that you "truly own" your phone
Thanks for clearing that up bro. BTW,would you recommend me using Gingerbreak to root my phone? Since i'm using an older firmware,it should be ok,right?
no problem, blackjack should do it too. do as your feeling
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no problem, blackjack should do it too. do as your feeling
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Thanks bro! Anyway,anything else I should know and do before I root my phone? Like should I do a factory reset,battery level 100% or something?
2 steps : root, flash recovery.
know that you'll have to use an app to boot into recovery (ROM manager, anreboot, ezboot...) take a look at my thread for more infos
Ilko said:
2 steps : root, flash recovery.
know that you'll have to use an app to boot into recovery (ROM manager, anreboot, ezboot...) take a look at my thread for more infos
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Great! Cool bro,thanks! And sorry for the stupid question,but what are KDZs?
firmware files are in .kdz format
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firmware files are in .kdz format
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Ouh,wow,did that felt stupid,haha. So what you're saying is,after rooting my phone,I should get to installing ClockWorkMod Recovery,am I right? And the only way to install it is using the computer,connect it with the phone,and execute the UPK that you have provided in your download link. After that,I use the app,EzBoot,to boot into recovery mode,is this correct?
After that,what will I do in the recovery mode? Thankies again!
all right. as I said earlier, the recovery mode extends phone potential in an easy way. many ROMs and mods must be did via recovery. in fact, CWM helps you flashing files, roms, doing backups/restorations and more. jump the step and see by yourself.
don't forget to backup before anything
Ilko said:
all right. as I said earlier, the recovery mode extends phone potential in an easy way. many ROMs and mods must be did via recovery. in fact, CWM helps you flashing files, roms, doing backups/restorations and more. jump the step and see by yourself.
don't forget to backup before anything
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By backing up,you mean backing up contacts and internal memory stuffs,right?
All right! Will root my phone as soon as my charge hits 100%! Using gingerbreak! Is the root reverse-able? I mean,can I unroot my phone once I root it?
you don't need 100% battery as long phone is plugged. for now, blackjack doesn't have a reverse process. but gingerbreak, yes, considering the fact you stay on v10a/b. you may try with the new superoneclick. the most radical method is still flashing a firmware (so you'll lose all stuffs)
and yes, backup any saveable thing. although CWM saves all datas, more safety is more safe
Ilko said:
you don't need 100% battery as long phone is plugged. for now, blackjack doesn't have a reverse process. but gingerbreak, yes, considering the fact you stay on v10a/b. you may try with the new superoneclick. the most radical method is still flashing a firmware (so you'll lose all stuffs)
and yes, backup any saveable thing. although CWM saves all datas, more safety is more safe
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Sorry bro,can't quite understand you here. Flashing firmware? For what? I'm just gonna root my phone right? No need to flash,right?
guys i got new phone galaxy note n7000,so my question is is it worth to root it?now i have JB 4.1.2 installed with odin.So what is best method of rooting without losing data.
burimi007 said:
guys i got new phone galaxy note n7000,so my question is is it worth to root it?now i have JB 4.1.2 installed with odin.So what is best method of rooting without losing data.
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I think its worth it, but it depends on what you want from your device.
Do you want to be able to use custom roms, do you need to use applications that need root permissions? If the answere is yes;
and you have the technical intellect to do so, and dont care about losing warranty, then by all means do root it.
If you are happy with the samsung provided software, and dont really need to use any applications that do need root perms, or if you are not sure about anything you do on the computer, then please dont.
If you do decide to root; then its pretty easy, and wont remove or touch the user data that is currently on the phone.
Anthropostar said:
I think its worth it, but it depends on what you want from your device.
Do you want to be able to use custom roms, do you need to use applications that need root permissions? If the answere is yes;
and you have the technical intellect to do so, and dont care about losing warranty, then by all means do root it.
If you are happy with the samsung provided software, and dont really need to use any applications that do need root perms, or if you are not sure about anything you do on the computer, then please dont.
If you do decide to root; then its pretty easy, and wont remove or touch the user data that is currently on the phone.
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as for warranty i dont really care,i need some of apps that need root,but i read some comments on youtube that i can brick phone trying to root galaxy note,
so is the best way to root with Exynos Abuse without losing data,and does anythink changes at all,touchwiz or anythink or camera does stilll works
burimi007 said:
as for warranty i dont really care,i need some of apps that need root,but i read some comments on youtube that i can brick phone trying to root galaxy note,
so is the best way to root with Exynos Abuse without losing data,and does anythink changes at all,touchwiz or anythink or camera does stilll works
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best method to root stock firmware is PhillZ kernel......read his OP ...there are multiple options
how much time do you have for xda ? once you root you have to stay tuned to developments on this forum
people root only to realise its best to stay stock...the experience is necessary but time -taking
Hi dont root it its a nightmare to many bugs in all those custom roms there never perfect keep it stocked i have the sweet rom jelly bean i installed the camera app went to plau it my note was bricked had to reflash it all again that means change all the settings keep it stock if you got a few hours like 5 hours min
Aday then go gor it there are plenty of roms to try out i have tried them all out i got time lol
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burimi007 said:
guys i got new phone galaxy note n7000,so my question is is it worth to root it?now i have JB 4.1.2 installed with odin.So what is best method of rooting without losing data.
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yes its worth it. there are many threads that will help you safely root your device
If you decide to root then look here and read carefully all your questions will be answered http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1901191
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It is okay to root for back up purpose and some programming stuff which required to root access.
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How to manually root the stock firmware?
Hi,
I've rooted a couple of Chinese MTK6577-based phones from scratch recently, using SP Flash Tool and Android Kitchen to insert CWM. I prefer to root my own stock firmware, that way knowing what it is that I'm starting with.
What is the preferred method of upgrading the N7000 without installing an already-cooked ROM? Will the SP Flash Tool method work, or is there a better way for this device?
Thanks for any advice.
Best regards,
-Warren
You need to use odin to flash stock roms on n7k
Good evening,
First of all, i'm new to android world, i have done the needed research but when it comes to rooting i'd like to play it safe.
I want to root my Z with the alternative method provided by bin4ry as it is gonna be my first time ever, i don't feel like taking the risk od doing something wrong.
I know that in order to maintain your warranty you need to unroot, but are there other things i need to do?
As i read about relocking bootloader (i know that this method doesn't need an unlocked bootloader)
and resetting some flash counter, but when i searched on Google for all these things for the Z i couldn't find anything.
Also some small tips like how to backup my stuff and what to backup would be handy to know.
and i see with all those mods that they say in instructions "flash in recovery" what does that mean?
If you rooted using method provided by Doom Lord - the only thing you need to do is unroot, optionally you can reflash stock rom. There's no flash counter or custom binary counter on Sony phones, they're only on Samsung devices. Also, relocking the bootloader ( if you did unlock it ) won't bring back the warranty as they can easily tell it has been unlocked and relocked.
Akiainavas said:
If you rooted using method provided by Doom Lord - the only thing you need to do is unroot, optionally you can reflash stock rom. There's no flash counter or custom binary counter on Sony phones, they're only on Samsung devices. Also, relocking the bootloader ( if you did unlock it ) won't bring back the warranty as they can easily tell it has been unlocked and relocked.
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okay thanks!
I have not unlocked the bootloader but as it seems it isn't even necessary with this method. And (atleast for now) i don't plan on flashing a custom rom so that won't be necessary, or do mods like the DoCoMo status bar and PureXaudio also require to unlock?
what's the difference in just unrooting and reflashing stock rom?
Oh yeah, how do i make a complete backup?(so my app data/game progress also)or atleast make a copy of those files/folders so i can put it back later? Just in case something goes wrong with restoring the backup
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okay thanks!
I have not unlocked the bootloader but as it seems it isn't even necessary with this method. And (atleast for now) i don't plan on flashing a custom rom so that won't be necessary, or do mods like the DoCoMo status bar and PureXaudio also require to unlock?
what's the difference in just unrooting and reflashing stock rom?
Oh yeah, how do i make a complete backup?(so my app data/game progress also)or atleast make a copy of those files/folders so i can put it back later? Just in case something goes wrong with restoring the backup
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You can make a backup with Sony pc companion
Oh just read the last question
You have to be rooted and use titaniumbackup for that
Sfk
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Those mods don't require unlocked bootloader as long as they're based on stock firmware without any custom kernel. Unlocked bootloader is needed when you want to flash anything with a custom kernel on your device.
There's no difference between unrooting and reflashing, but after both - you might leave some traces. For example, if you modified/added something to our system/app folder and do a reflash, you'll lose root but those new apps will remain ( like White Balance app ). If you do both, you make sure it's not possible to trace the root.
To make a backup, use Sony Restore feature, but I have no idea what does it store for you. If you want a full backup, you might need Titanium Backup, root is required for this one though.
Akiainavas said:
Those mods don't require unlocked bootloader as long as they're based on stock firmware without any custom kernel. Unlocked bootloader is needed when you want to flash anything with a custom kernel on your device.
There's no difference between unrooting and reflashing, but after both - you might leave some traces. For example, if you modified/added something to our system/app folder and do a reflash, you'll lose root but those new apps will remain ( like White Balance app ). If you do both, you make sure it's not possible to trace the root.
To make a backup, use Sony Restore feature, but I have no idea what does it store for you. If you want a full backup, you might need Titanium Backup, root is required for this one though.
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Okay i think that can get me going, but for my last question, where do i find this "Sony restore"? Is it the "backup and recovery" from the phone or on the pc software?
And also like i said in the start post, in a mod i read that i had to flash some file(s) in recovery. Do they mean in recovery mode or what?
Thanks in advance
Yes, it's the Backup and Recovery app on your phone or via pc software. If any mods are to be flashed in recovery - it means the recovery mode, you need to move it to sd card, boot your phone to recovery mode and then install them.
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Yes, it's the Backup and Recovery app on your phone or via pc software. If any mods are to be flashed in recovery - it means the recovery mode, you need to move it to sd card, boot your phone to recovery mode and then install them.
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Okay thanks! I will/can do the necessary research now
Hi,
I have an unbranded and unlocked nexus 6. I wanted to root and install twrp so I can begin flashing custom roms... Only problem is, I don't have a pc at home to ADB flash twrp, etc.... Is there any method to flash custom rom without having a machine at home? I have absolutely no need for a pc at home, until this precise moment when I get a new phone and I want to start flashing, lol. Im gonna assuming the answer is NO, im thinking there may be some OTG method with files from a thumb drive, but I'll wait to hear from the experts. Thanks in advance.
I have been wondering that very question myself. I really doubt it's possible, but since I have had my N6 and LG G Pad, I don't ever use my antique Pentium 4 Dell PC hardly at all.
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It's totally possible but highly recommended against. There is an app to root, which then you use flashify to flash recovery but if you ever have a problem, you won't be able to fix it because you need a PC to get a rom back on your phone if you accidentally wipe the os or do some other mischief that prevents you booting, you wont be able.to unlock your bootloader which means you won't be able.to.flash stock or return for warranty purposes either, so as.much as you want to do this, it would really put you in an awful position and you'd be screwed if something goes wrong, which the chances are, it will.
danarama said:
It's totally possible but highly recommended against. There is an app to root, which then you use flashify to flash recovery but if you ever have a problem, you won't be able to fix it because you need a PC to get a rom back on your phone if you accidentally wipe the os or do some other mischief that prevents you booting, you wont be able.to unlock your bootloader which means you won't be able.to.flash stock or return for warranty purposes either, so as.much as you want to do this, it would really put you in an awful position and you'd be screwed if something goes wrong, which the chances are, it will.
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I have no issues with the first potential problem you mentioned (having to get a rom back on phone using a pc) because I have a backup phone, plus if it gets to that stage, I can use a friends computer if I really need to. But the last comment you made about the chances of an error occurring and saying that it most likely will and i'll be unable to get it back to stock scares me. Is this method really that unreliable? I will read up on it more, and search through the forums.
If you can provide details of the app to root, that would be great. Also, how reliable is the app to root alone by itself? Minus the flashify portion...
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I have no issues with the first potential problem you mentioned (having to get a rom back on phone using a pc) because I have a backup phone, plus if it gets to that stage, I can use a friends computer if I really need to. But the last comment you made about the chances of an error occurring and saying that it most likely will and i'll be unable to get it back to stock scares me. Is this method really that unreliable? I will read up on it more, and search through the forums.
If you can provide details of the app to root, that would be great. Also, how reliable is the app to root alone by itself? Minus the flashify portion...
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It's not the method that's unreliable the app "kingroot" (I believe it is called) works fine. The issues occur with everything and anything else root users do. Flashing a rom, a mod, wiping the os via recovery etc.
Then if anything hardware goes wrong, returning the device for repair under warranty will likely be rejected if its not stock.
danarama said:
It's not the method that's unreliable the app "kingroot" (I believe it is called) works fine. The issues occur with everything and anything else root users do. Flashing a rom, a mod, wiping the os via recovery etc.
Then if anything hardware goes wrong, returning the device for repair under warranty will likely be rejected if its not stock.
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Gotcha, so maybe I can just root and install apks of apps I really want like adaway, etc... then I should be fine as long as im not using the flash method correct?
nseriessaga said:
Gotcha, so maybe I can just root and install apks of apps I really want like adaway, etc... then I should be fine as long as im not using the flash method correct?
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I'm not going to commit to an answer there
One thing I will say though, you'll never be able to update with an OTA, so if you're going to root, have a custom recovery,. Allow.oem unlock and have an unlocked bootloader.
Best bet is to do the proper.routing and unlocking using your friends of as a one off. You can then safely.maintain the phone without a pc and use the pc in am emergency. Not unlocking the bootloader from the beginning is.asking.for.trouble
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I'm not going to commit to an answer there
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lol I understand.. thx m8
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lol I understand.. thx m8
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danarama said:
I'm not going to commit to an answer there
One thing I will say though, you'll never be able to update with an OTA, so if you're going to root, have a custom recovery,. Allow.oem unlock and have an unlocked bootloader.
Best bet is to do the proper.routing and unlocking using your friends of as a one off. You can then safely.maintain the phone without a pc and use the pc in am emergency. Not unlocking the bootloader from the beginning is.asking.for.trouble
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k, I already used the kingroot method and verified using root checker. Installed adaway and everything seems to work perfectly (so far anyway). Uninstalling Kingroot unroots the phone from my quick series of test that I've run so OTA updates doesn't seem like it'll be a problem.
I agree though, if I really want to do any rom flashing, ill just unlock, root, and flash using "proper methods".
Appreciate all your help man.
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k, I already used the kingroot method and verified using root checker. Installed adaway and everything seems to work perfectly (so far anyway). Uninstalling Kingroot unroots the phone from my quick series of test that I've run so OTA updates doesn't seem like it'll be a problem.
I agree though, if I really want to do any rom flashing, ill just unlock, root, and flash using "proper methods".
Appreciate all your help man.
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Uninstalling Kingroot removes root but does not uninstall all modified files. Will show as modified and thus no OTA updates. Another thread on same thing here somewhere. Have to flash system back to stock with PC for any updates.
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It's also not safe to update without bootloader unlocked anyway. Too many reported bootloops with OTA.
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Uninstalling Kingroot removes root but does not uninstall all modified files. Will show as modified and thus no OTA updates. Another thread on same thing here somewhere. Have to flash system back to stock with PC for any updates.
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It's also not safe to update without bootloader unlocked anyway. Too many reported bootloops with OTA.
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Exactly this. All root methods edit.existing files but do not restore them after unroot. So the system is modified. We're.100% certain there will be no OTA.
Unlock the bootloader and do it properly.
Ok thanks guys. I guess eventually I'll have to get my hands on a PC lol. Thanks again