Is there a how to flash Verizon phone (Bionic) to Page Plus using Ubuntu?
Or, will other guides work?
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Does anyone here own a mac and have successfully unlocked bootloader and root their HTC One? All I find in my search is PC related.
I'm on my phone so I can't give you the links but it s very easy to Google them.
1) go to the HTC developer website to download the android sdk and follow the steps from the website to unlock the bootloader. Please note that you need to add ./ in front of all commands in osx. So, for example, you would input ./fastboot instead of fastboot.
2) download any recovery for the HTC one and flash it using ./fastboot flash recovery whateverrecovery.img
3) Download and put the superuser.zip in your phone. Flash it using the recovery to get root.
Good luck!
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I solved this and rooted mine this week
This link is all you need. Just follow it. The OP is very helpful also.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2245782
All the best
I've read the FAQ and I don't think I've seen this question yet.
I purchased my phone here: shopamerica.htc.com/cell-phones/productdetail.htm?prId=41589
Note that I purchased the 32GB SIM unlocked version, not the 64GB "Developer Edition" available here
shopamerica.htc.com/cell-phones/productdetail.htm?prId=41599
My ultimate goal is to flash a stock Google Play edition ROM onto this. I'm following the guide here: htc-one.wonderhowto.com/how-to/convert-any-htc-one-into-stock-google-play-edition-with-bootloader-recovery-ota-updates-0148068 which tells me that I first have to S-OFF the device and recommends Moonshine.
But the Moonshine download site moonshine.io/moonshine-downloads/ has this huge list of ROMs. Which one is me? Brightstar? I'm using my phone on T-Mobile right now; is that what I want?
I recommend that you use the how to guides on XDA to convert to GPE. The process involves some risks and is not for noobs. I also recommend using the Revone method to S-off your device. The RUU for your phone is the "BrightstarUS_WWE_1.29.1540.3" one.
You might consider just flashing a custom recovery and then flashing a Google Play Edition rom through it. Easier and less risky.
Hey so im pretty new to flashing/rooting as well as new to the moto x (Got it today!). I've done some reading and tried the Pwnmymoto and Motoroot apk's and they both did not install, so im assuming my moto x has taken the OTA updates (i bought it second hand so i didnt know). I am just wondering if theres a way I can root it at this point?? I tried the Root script method using cydia impactor and Telnet kept failing. SO I then was looking at just flashing CWM via fastboot and then installing superuser zip from there as well as flashing a rom. Can anyone tell me if that's safe after the OTA or if theres another way to root? Any help will be mich appreciated as I am really overwhelmed!
I was in the same boat you were but apparently the Rogers update is "coming soon". However if you're impatient like me follow these steps:
1. Unlock your boot loader from Motorola
2. Download rsdlite
3. Download mfastboot
4. Download the sbf for T-Mobile 4.4 retail
5. Download the sbf for the Brasil 4.4 retail
6. Download cwmrecovery
7. Download original Moto boot image
Seems like a lot but here's what you need to do after you have all that stuff assuming you have a windows PC.
1. After the boot loader is unlocked install the custom recovery (I use cwm) via fastboot
fastboot flash recovery cwm.file.name
2. Search the forums for how to flash moto software using rsdlite (don't have the links since I'm on my phone) and flash the T-Mobile files AFTER modifying the XML file like in the instructions.
3. Search my posts and find how to flash the Rogers radio using the Brasil radio files (extract them from the zip)
4. After unlocking the bootloader it'll leave you with a nasty boot image, flash the boot image from the original moto (again search the forums) and it'll go away.
Then you'll have a Moto X on Rogers that has Kit Kat and LTE band 7 working and gets all its updates straight from Motorola! Hope that helps!
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After unlocking your bootloader then you can flash cwm and install supersu via the install zip feature
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No no no.
Look for a thread in General subforum. Rogers root. Very simple. Very easy.
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I did just that and it worked thanks a lot. Anyone reccomend any decent KitKat Roms that retain moto x features?
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There are no roms nor are there any reasons for them. Root install xposed, install gravity box. Done. This is not a flashaholics phone.
I'd never flash a custom rom on this phone....no reason to with xposed, as said above.
When we stop getting updates, then maybe. Maybe. My n7 is still on 4.2.2. Yes....I am cured of my flashaholism.
Flashaholics should not get the Moto x for sure. Lol
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agree with all the above.
but perhaps OP could use more info on Xposed and Gravity Box?
Since the Moto X Toolkit for Mac has ceased development, does anyone know whether it still works for the recent 4.4.3 stock ROM?
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Since the Moto X Toolkit for Mac has ceased development, does anyone know whether it still works for the recent 4.4.3 stock ROM?
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Sorry - don't know about the Mac toolkit.
Are you referring to the XT1053 (T-Mobile / GSM Unlocked) ROM? That is the only 4.4.3 ROM that we have posted on the SBF website so far...
If you want to flash that rom (you do have an XT1053, right?), you can just use the fastboot/mfastboot manual method. No toolkit required.
If necessary, we can provide you with the exact commands used to flash the entire rom. Let us know. All the relevant information is in the "Return to Stock" thread.
Good Luck
Thanks, I asked the Dev. He's response is he doesn't know since he doesn't own an X anymore.
I just want a tool that can root and unroot on the Mac. But I'm not sure running mfastboot via virtual machine will work.
Looks like I'll have to install Win via bootcamp to root and unroot.
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Thanks, I asked the Dev. He's response is he doesn't know since he doesn't own an X anymore.
I just want a tool that can root and unroot on the Mac. But I'm not sure running mfastboot via virtual machine will work.
Looks like I'll have to install Win via bootcamp to root and unroot.
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You don't need to use a virtual machine....the Android SDK (includes fastboot binary) is available for mac. A mac-version of mfastboot is also available. You can run all of the commands without using a VM.
Check this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...-4-2-locked-bootloader-factory-t2767255/page2
I helped that guy flash his phone 100% on MAC.
samwathegreat said:
You don't need to use a virtual machine....the Android SDK (includes fastboot binary) is available for mac. A mac-version of mfastboot is also available. You can run all of the commands without using a VM.
Check this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...-4-2-locked-bootloader-factory-t2767255/page2
I helped that guy flash his phone 100% on MAC.
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Thanks. Another thread also mentioned that OS X compatible mfastboot. But the file wasn't referenced in the Complete Moto X Guides thread, so wasn't sure if it was legit.
If you download that Mac toolkit, it includes all of the developer tools that are needed to unlock/root/etc. That includes adb, fastboot and mfastboot. It's nice because it's all in the same location and you don't have to download the entire SDK.
Hi everyone!
Just a quick question. I'm using the Moto X Developer Edition (GSM Networks) using the T-Mobile pay-as-you-go type service. I received the update notification but I keep getting redirected into TWRP on reboot. I've read that I need to go back to stock but I cant seem to find the proper recovery for the dev edition. Anyone have any idea?
It is very strange that Motorola is not keeping up with the stock images on this web site. This is a Developer phone and can't go back yet they don't show the latest image here. https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/recovery-images
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Even this site only has 4.4.3
http://sbf.droid-developers.org/phone.php?device=0
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Feanux said:
Hi everyone!
Just a quick question. I'm using the Moto X Developer Edition (GSM Networks) using the T-Mobile pay-as-you-go type service. I received the update notification but I keep getting redirected into TWRP on reboot. I've read that I need to go back to stock but I cant seem to find the proper recovery for the dev edition. Anyone have any idea?
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You can't install an OTA when TWRP is on your phone. There are other issues too, if you've installed Xposed, or any hacks.. For more read -> http://mark.cdmaforums.com/MotoX-OTA.html
When you are ready...
Check which version of software is on your phone (Settings -> About Phone... make note of the System Version and Build Number).
Visit http://sbf.droid-developers.org/phone.php?device=0 and find the SBF file that matches what is currently on your phone (firmware version column on that page should contain the Software Version of your phone).
Unzip it.
use mfastboot to flash recovery, system, and optionally boot. (see option #2 at -> http://mark.cdmaforums.com/MotoX-ReturnToStock.html )
then you should be able to take the OTA
As you started your thread title with [Q].....that should be a hint it would go in the Q&A section. ?
You can use the moto x toolkit located at http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/development/tool-moto-x-toolkit-v1-4-0-t2477132 to flash back to stock (everything will erase) and then do the update then reflash twrp to reroot. Easiest way to do it. Just saying. Need help drop me a pm