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This is an updated (and short) version of my guide for rooting and/or unbricking your DROID 3. This method works on Motorola phones running Android OS 2.3.4 or earlier. If you have a version of MotoBlur/Android on your DROID 3 that isn't compatible with this version, you can use the unbrick method to return your DROID 3 to MotoBlur 5.6.890 Verizon OTA first.
All instructions and downloads are linked from my website at:
www.psouza4.com/DROID3
UPDATE 9/1/2011 1.03: completely re-written, includes one-click root and unroot for practically all Motorola Gingerbread devices, /system/app fix & restore, and ADB temp root. DROID 3 fixes work for build 5.5.959 (stock) and 5.6.890 (late August OTA update).
UPDATE 9/8/2011 1.05: lots of logic testing for fixing bad root attempts/root carry-over's for DROID X, DROID 2 Global, and other devices. Some messages were made clearer, and unrooting is now open to other devices (/system/app restore optional).
UPDATE 7/8/2012 1.08: new links for the system restore features
UPDATE 6/14/2013 1.09: guide re-written, files re-uploaded, everything should be working again (I removed /system/app restore feature since it wasn't reliable and now unnecessary with unbrick/restore methods)
Thanks! That was dead easy and i'm happy that i still have root after rebooting a couple of times.
I assume that if i do a factory wipe, I will have to use this root method again, right?
nosaturn said:
Thanks! That was dead easy and i'm happy that i still have root after rebooting a couple of times.
I assume that if i do a factory wipe, I will have to use this root method again, right?
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No, you will lose superuser.apk which can be re-installed from the market as it is wiped when the /data partition is formatted, but su and busybox are installed in /system/xbin and will not be removed during a factory reset, so it will survive a factory reset (but you will just need to reinstall superuser).
oki doki.... i saw another thread on unrooting the phone and if i have to exchange it, i'll experiment there
nosaturn said:
oki doki.... i saw another thread on unrooting the phone and if i have to exchange it, i'll experiment there
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I'm in the process of writing a one-click unroot for Droid 3.
psouza4 said:
I'm in the process of writing a one-click unroot for Droid 3.
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nvm didnt read
psouza4 said:
I'm in the process of writing a one-click unroot for Droid 3.
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Awesome!!!
Woot for root!
Thank you
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So freaking stoked to try this tomorrow.
My Droid 3 is in Tennessee and i'm too damn hyped...i've contemplated driving to go get it, DAMN!
@psouza4, is this a script made by you? I make websites and fancy stuff like that and i'm steadily compiling all my information on the Evo into web format and would be interested in including this method with my Droid 3 page in the works at your request.
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So freaking stoked to try this tomorrow.
My Droid 3 is in Tennessee and i'm too damn hyped...i've contemplated driving to go get it, DAMN!
@psouza4, is this a script made by you? I make websites and fancy stuff like that and i'm steadily compiling all my information on the Evo into web format and would be interested in including this method with my Droid 3 page in the works at your request.
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Yes it is (but don't credit me for finding the exploit, I'm just automating it).
Hey souza quick Q for you.
Does your one click modify the build.prop ?
I saw it modified something during the process but blanked out
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Yes it is (but don't credit me for finding the exploit, I'm just automating it).
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Great job, none the less
Awesome work Mate, well done.
-smc
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I love your tool man!
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royolpunk said:
I love your tool man!
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Never admit that in public. XD
Awesome work psouza4!
BTW (DISCLAIMER : THIS IS OFF TOPIC) are you the same guy that made Media center master?
djrajir said:
Awesome work psouza4!
BTW (DISCLAIMER : THIS IS OFF TOPIC) are you the same guy that made Media center master?
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Yep.
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Yep.
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Awesome, that has to be my favorite piece of software on my HTPC!
Restoring apps arent working to tell the truth im stuck at saving it to a restore folder
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I have done an Idiots Guide for other devices, and now its time for one on the Google Nexus 7 Tablet. I tried to make this guide as thorough as possible, including driver installation, so hopefully this will be as successful for you as it was for me. If you like this video, be sure to check out my other Nexus 7 and Android videos in my channel.
You do need to obtain Wug's Nexus Root Toolkit from here:
http://goo.gl/153Rm
If you get stuck, or need further assistance, be sure to check out the REVTV Forums:
http://www.reverendkyle.com
Also just wanted to say Thanks for all your help with HP touch pad too. Can't wait to tried this root method
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toanau said:
Also just wanted to say Thanks for all your help with HP touch pad too. Can't wait to tried this root method
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You are very welcome.
reverendkjr said:
I have done an Idiots Guide for other devices, and now its time for one on the Google Nexus 7 Tablet. I tried to make this guide as thorough as possible, including driver installation, so hopefully this will be as successful for you as it was for me. If you like this video, be sure to check out my other Nexus 7 and Android videos in my channel.
You do need to obtain Wug's Nexus Root Toolkit from here:
http://goo.gl/153Rm
If you get stuck, or need further assistance, be sure to check out the REVTV Forums:
http://www.reverendkyle.com
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Today, after watching your video, tried to download your unlock programe for Nexus 7, however, after download began, I found I had downloaded tons rubbish, toolbars, shopping progs., and other unwanted rubbish.
It took me 20 minutes to find and remove all this junk, would be better if you put these files some where we can eaisly downlaod them, by the way, there is not the original prog., you mention .......... so I gave up.
thanks for the post.
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Today, after watching your video, tried to download your unlock programe for Nexus 7, however, after download began, I found I had downloaded tons rubbish, toolbars, shopping progs., and other unwanted rubbish.
It took me 20 minutes to find and remove all this junk, would be better if you put these files some where we can eaisly downlaod them, by the way, there is not the original prog., you mention .......... so I gave up.
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What on earth are you talking about?!?
Horse Trader said:
Today, after watching your video, tried to download your unlock programe for Nexus 7, however, after download began, I found I had downloaded tons rubbish, toolbars, shopping progs., and other unwanted rubbish.
It took me 20 minutes to find and remove all this junk, would be better if you put these files some where we can eaisly downlaod them, by the way, there is not the original prog., you mention .......... so I gave up.
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Uh....
I think you may have clicked on the wrong link.
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Uh....
I think you may have clicked on the wrong link.
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There are several ad links on this page. I assume that you clicked one of those. :silly:
reverendkjr said:
Uh....
I think you may have clicked on the wrong link.
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Lmfao @ the guy.
Anyways is it necessary to root to install an otg cable so I can have bigger memory?
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Threevo said:
Lmfao @ the guy.
Anyways is it necessary to root to install an otg cable so I can have bigger memory?
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Yes. My next video will demonstrate how to use an app to mount a usb drive. The app requires root, so this guide is necessary as a first step.
reverendkjr said:
Yes. My next video will demonstrate how to use an app to mount a usb drive. The app requires root, so this guide is necessary as a first step.
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hey OP, i followed your video last night and after a few unplugs, task kills, etc. finally rooted my device.
i also followed your step to not flash CWM when rooting, but realize I might want to do that now. is it just as simple as plugging in the device again, then changing the option to CWM and clicking Root in wugs tool?
TIA.
blahblahyoutoo said:
hey OP, i followed your video last night and after a few unplugs, task kills, etc. finally rooted my device.
i also followed your step to not flash CWM when rooting, but realize I might want to do that now. is it just as simple as plugging in the device again, then changing the option to CWM and clicking Root in wugs tool?
TIA.
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Maybe you should gotten a iPad.
See how comment that didn't add anything
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Nice guide. Thank you and worked perfectly.
blahblahyoutoo said:
hey OP, i followed your video last night and after a few unplugs, task kills, etc. finally rooted my device.
i also followed your step to not flash CWM when rooting, but realize I might want to do that now. is it just as simple as plugging in the device again, then changing the option to CWM and clicking Root in wugs tool?
TIA.
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That is a fantastic question. I will attempt to do this and get back to you with a response.
I have always rooted my phones after their warranty period has expired. I was waiting to do this with my N7 also but I see the toolkit had the option to return to stock and relock the device so I assume there is no warranty issue. Also rooting has come a long way and gotten much simpler than 1 to 2 years ago when I was rooting my G1, think will be rooting my N7 this weekend
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many thanks!
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There is a thanks button for that... spamming to get to 10 posts still I see....
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There is a thanks button for that... spamming to get to 10 posts still I see....
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What are you doing in here noles!?
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What are you doing in here noles!?
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I am everywhere!!! friend just got a nexus 7, reading up on it cuz I know I'm gonna have to root it and mod it soon!!!
flastnoles11 said:
I am everywhere!!! friend just got a nexus 7, reading up on it cuz I know I'm gonna have to root it and mod it soon!!!
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Whatever you do... DO NOT USE TOOLKITS
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Whatever you do... DO NOT USE TOOLKITS
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Good to know, appreciate the info... now I'm off to search as to why toolkits are a no go... my friend was gonna attempt to root today, maybe I should have him hold off until I look through this forum a little more... thanks Über!!!
Just a video I put together showing how to root the Galaxy S4! I will be adding more videos to this thread in the near future!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_hXUJ-u-cw
I used CF Root.
How to get free native hotspot:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYTis-i7HA4
How to install TWRP recovery (if you'd like to flash roms):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBQTx8FmTtk
How to unroot the S4:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEJSv9MrVAg
Great job Tim!
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Thanks for the guide QB. Yur the best man!
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Yesssss Qbking77 aka Tim, I've been on several several devices you've been making videos for, for years! Glad your here on the S4!
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Is this one good to work with root apps or does it cause that issue with root access on this one?
QB never disappoints. Great job and thanks!
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Hey @qbking77, Could you put in your OP which method you used please? Moto or CF's Autoroot?
Thanks!
:edit: I need to add why I'm asking - We have had a report of Motochopper not letting an app that needs root function properly where CF's Autoroot does. Being that it's early in the game, people may want to know this. I understand that CF has a disclaimer using the autoroot method but it's still a viable solution with the numbers coming in on successful. I do not believe we have had a failed attempt on Sprint devices. (Please correct me if I'm wrong)
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Hey @qbking77, Could you put in your OP which method you used please? Moto or CF's Autoroot?
Thanks!
:edit: I need to add why I'm asking - We have had a report of Motochopper not letting an app that needs root function properly where CF's Autoroot does. Being that it's early in the game, people may want to know this. I understand that CF has a disclaimer using the autoroot method but it's still a viable solution with the numbers coming in on successful. I do not believe we have had a failed attempt on Sprint devices. (Please correct me if I'm wrong)
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I used motochopper. If anyone has issues with an app, just install busybox from the play store.
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I used motochopper. If anyone has issues with an app, just install busybox from the play store.
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I understand, I was just asking for that in the OP since most skip the rest of conversations. No rudeness intended.
Does this work with the latest OTA? I heard one was pushed today.
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Does this work with the latest OTA? I heard one was pushed today.
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No reports of anyone getting the OTA yet. Give it a few hours to roll out.
Tahde said:
QB never disappoints. Great job and thanks!
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I agree. Followed his posts in the past with rooting. His method on the SIII is still the only one i used like 5 times lol. all the others were sketchy.
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I understand, I was just asking for that in the OP since most skip the rest of conversations. No rudeness intended.
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No rudeness taken! Will add to OP now
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No rudeness taken! Will add to OP now
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Thank you Sir. :beer:
Thanks for this. My goodness had rooting become easy over the years!
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Hey Tim,
Any know how on how to use for a Mac?
Thanks
Thanks for the video. I did get it to work though I ran into an error. It said that more than 1 deviced or emulator detected. I exited Bluestacks, pdanet and the Galaxy streaming server. After closing those programs, I ran the batch file and it was successful. I'm sure that bluestacks caused the issue. Just a warning for those using this program.
Any word on whether this works with the newest firmware update?
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Any word on whether this works with the newest firmware update?
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I'm not sure if anyone has actually received the update yet.
Just got it, took a quick stop at the house. Rooted. Worked like a charm. Make sure you have nothing like bluestacks running. Like a previous user has stated. I was having issue till I made sure everything else was off. Even pdanet
I have kingroot installed no custom rooms and software version 4.3. I have tried to update my software and it stops at about 25% every time. Anybody have any ideas? Thanks
You will have to do the Restore to MJ5 tutorial in the general section.
Root normally screws up the update.
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What if i wanted to remove everything from the phone root/safestrap and go back to stock?
Root doesn't screw up the update- Kingo does. I was in your exact shoes.
I did the MJ5 restore, rooted, did the OTA update and then did step 10 again for root. Works perfectly. Then I did Drakey's GPS Fix and now everything works great.
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Pscheoverdrive said:
Root doesn't screw up the update- Kingo does. I was in your exact shoes.
I did the MJ5 restore, rooted, did the OTA update and then did step 10 again for root. Works perfectly. Then I did Drakey's GPS Fix and now everything works great.
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I'm sorry, that is incorrect. Root will mess up an update. Kingo roots the device, that is it.
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graydiggy said:
I'm sorry, that is incorrect. Root will mess up an update. Kingo roots the device, that is it.
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Perhaps anecdotal, but I went in circles with Kingo. Couldn't unroot, couldn't update. Its method of rooting is not the same as other 'conventional' ways.
After restoring and rooting via the MJ5 restore process, I updated to NB4 with no issues. I didn't need RootCloak or anything of the sort. There are others. I haven't read of others successfully updating w/Kingo root. I could be wrong.
I did remove the root using kingroot web site but the safestrap was still there. I could not up date the phone. So i reinstalled kingroot again and iam back to square one, a rooted phone but cant up date.
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I did remove the root using kingroot web site but the safestrap was still there. I could not up date the phone. So i reinstalled kingroot again and iam back to square one, a rooted phone but cant up date.
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open safestrap uninstall recovery then go to your app manager and uninstall bootstrap then unroot
So here my problem like an idiot i tryed to unroot with out deleting any of the apps and programs (safeboot,titanium). So i had to to reroot and the safestrap is still there. I have dont see this file in application manager, but if i restart my safestrap comes up on my screen. Its safstrap 3.71 (twrp v2.6.31) i dont see a delete button.
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So here my problem like an idiot i tryed to unroot with out deleting any of the apps and programs (safeboot,titanium). So i had to to reroot and the safestrap is still there. I have dont see this file in application manager, but if i restart my safestrap comes up on my screen. Its safstrap 3.71 (twrp v2.6.31) i dont see a delete button.
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you need to reinstall safestrap then do what i wrote above
Thank You for the information and your time.
need a guru
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you need to reinstall safestrap then do what i wrote above
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I have been buried in XDA threads for a few years trying to learn as much as I can (thanks for that by the way)
The title of this thread is Can't download update so I hope I am asking this in the right place.
Plus over time I have come to learn that jerrycoffman45 is damn good at this stuff...
First off when I go to the MEGA site (https://mega.co.nz/#!Hd1QnA7b!MV5i7du4oim9zKLArQl51tTYiymqIXMhaALsMjFHRyQ) to download the "Coming from JB" for KNOXRAID KITKAT ROM V5.1 it works normal until it gets to 99 percent.
I've tried it on all 4 of my computers with the same result = is there another way I can get it?
Secondly, after I install the AllianceROM (thank you RErick) and am setting it up, my phone starts playing the boot animation like it keeps restarting like every other minute or so.
I really want to use the AllianceROM and could not find anything related to this when searching the thread or the entire forum.
Any help would really be appreciated!!!
Try using Internet Explorer or Chrome to download from Mega. It is a picky site.
Try to do a factory reset in the stock recovery. I have had to do that a few times right after installing a ROM to get it to boot properly.
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I have been buried in XDA threads for a few years trying to learn as much as I can (thanks for that by the way)
The title of this thread is Can't download update so I hope I am asking this in the right place.
Plus over time I have come to learn that jerrycoffman45 is damn good at this stuff...
First off when I go to the MEGA site (https://mega.co.nz/#!Hd1QnA7b!MV5i7du4oim9zKLArQl51tTYiymqIXMhaALsMjFHRyQ) to download the "Coming from JB" for KNOXRAID KITKAT ROM V5.1 it works normal until it gets to 99 percent.
I've tried it on all 4 of my computers with the same result = is there another way I can get it?
Secondly, after I install the AllianceROM (thank you RErick) and am setting it up, my phone starts playing the boot animation like it keeps restarting like every other minute or so.
I really want to use the AllianceROM and could not find anything related to this when searching the thread or the entire forum.
Any help would really be appreciated!!!
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try downloading the mega app then downloaded it on your phone with that app now for alliance rom sounds like you might have a bad download if there is no md5 to check i try opening the zip on the computer usually if it is bad it will give a error if the download is good reread the op for the rom and make sure you are following the instructions to install the rom and this is not the right thread for this you should have started a new one if none of this works pm me
edit try what graydiggy said first
I was going to suggest the mega app, but since he seems to be having trouble with booting, it was pointless to mention.
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graydiggy said:
I was going to suggest the mega app, but since he seems to be having trouble with booting, it was pointless to mention.
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@graydiggy yeah i seen that but i was hoping he had a backup he restored i am a dreamer i know but from his post he does read and research before he does stuff so i thought there was hope
I don't want to be that guy...
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try downloading the mega app then downloaded it on your phone with that app now for alliance rom sounds like you might have a bad download if there is no md5 to check i try opening the zip on the computer usually if it is bad it will give a error if the download is good reread the op for the rom and make sure you are following the instructions to install the rom and this is not the right thread for this you should have started a new one if none of this works pm me
edit try what graydiggy said first
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I used to reed these threads and told myself that I would not waste the developers time with questions I could find the answer to my self...
That being said I did follow the instructions to the tee
I also tried creating a new fresh slot in safestrap and wiped it and flashed it a number of times following the examples given at different points of the threads
I have learned to follow the process that drakeymcmb has posted (wipe 3 times flash twice) on every install I do especially it its not working
I have 3 separate zip files downloaded to cover the corrupt file issue BUT I have not tried graydiggy's suggestion
If that does not work I will PM you if I figure out how to do that...
I try to give you as many thanks as I can and understand why people donate = you guys deserve it
Heck, I have paid good money for support as an IT manager and the techs were not as helpful as you guys are
One thing more, could you please direct me to the best thread to learn the proper protocols for XDA posting...
Thank you again
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I used to reed these threads and told myself that I would not waste the developers time with questions I could find the answer to my self...
That being said I did follow the instructions to the tee
I also tried creating a new fresh slot in safestrap and wiped it and flashed it a number of times following the examples given at different points of the threads
I have learned to follow the process that drakeymcmb has posted (wipe 3 times flash twice) on every install I do especially it its not working
I have 3 separate zip files downloaded to cover the corrupt file issue BUT I have not tried graydiggy's suggestion
If that does not work I will PM you if I figure out how to do that...
I try to give you as many thanks as I can and understand why people donate = you guys deserve it
Heck, I have paid good money for support as an IT manager and the techs were not as helpful as you guys are
One thing more, could you please direct me to the best thread to learn the proper protocols for XDA posting...
Thank you again
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oh no you are doing very well i wish more noobs did what you do as for the rules they are in the very first thread in this section and to pm just click on my nickname and you will see the option
Just Google "XDA Forum Rules". It will be right there.
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XDA is the best
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Just Google "XDA Forum Rules". It will be right there.
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Thank you...
And hooray, I installed the MEGA app and the download died at 70 percent but I tried it again and it just completed
I'm in San Diego and the sun just set so I will have time to check it out
Oh, I'm downloading a fresh AllianceROM zip and will try your suggestion tomorrow
If you see some thanks coming from me from different places it is because of this
THANKS
Tom
Hi,
Today I bring you a video tutorial that I did for those of you who need it. Video showing how to Root Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo:
ALL credits to the member fibs for the tutorial and his post:
Fibs' post
If you like the video you can subscribe to my channel for more Gear 2 videos!
TM Videos
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would be excellent hi thanks good video of a video unroot ta we can not be modified by this update is the message that I get with loso check for updates ...
Just reinstall a stock ROM with Odin to remove root.
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JimSmith94 said:
Just reinstall a stock ROM with Odin to remove root.
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ok thanks very true.: Bueno:
Now that we have root...how do i change my ringtones and notification?
Installing App Problem
I installed one app and mine started doing the same thing. I deleted the app and reset the watch and all is well. I only install one app at a time now.