Just received my Moto X AT&T shipped from Costco, system version is 139.9.51.ghost_ATT.en.US -so would appear I can root? (and then hopefully take the update without losing root? I recall seeing a thread, hopefully for the version I have)
Can the update be "pushed" onto the device without my accepting it, as to whether I would need to root (if I wanted to root) quickly to block it?
Thanks
M973 said:
Just received my Moto X AT&T shipped from Costco, system version is 139.9.51.ghost_ATT.en.US -so would appear I can root? (and then hopefully take the update without losing root? I recall seeing a thread, hopefully for the version I have)
Can the update be "pushed" onto the device without my accepting it, as to whether I would need to root (if I wanted to root) quickly to block it?
Thanks
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no but you will get continual pop ups unless you the phone then disable motorola ota 1.0 and updater.apk (i think just updater.apk will suffice) with Titanium back up.
jayboyyyy said:
no but you will get continual pop ups unless you the phone then disable motorola ota 1.0 and updater.apk (i think just updater.apk will suffice) with Titanium back up.
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Thanks, I thought that was the case, but wanted to confirm quickly (with some, SGS4, it's pushed to the phone whether you accept or not, unless you're rooted.)
Thanks for the quick reply
M973 said:
Thanks, I thought that was the case, but wanted to confirm quickly (with some, SGS4, it's pushed to the phone whether you accept or not, unless you're rooted.)
Thanks for the quick reply
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not sure if it downloads it automatically or not (i don't think it does but it may). Even if it does download automatically it won't update it unless you click ok when it prompts you. I would root and disable OTiA until you figure out what you are going to do about it.
rooting
looks like it's either with PwnMyMoto, or Motoroot, appears the first is better? Looks like both are done with ADB which was a bit difficult, have only used it once, used it to remove safestrap from the SGS4 I had so I could return it
M973 said:
looks like it's either with PwnMyMoto, or Motoroot, appears the first is better? Looks like both are done with ADB which was a bit difficult, have only used it once, used it to remove safestrap from the SGS4 I had so I could return it
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You can just install pwnmymoto on your device and run it. Make sure to have unknown sources checked
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Also it is wise to get familiar with adb and fastboot!
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You can just install pwnmymoto on your device and run it. Make sure to have unknown sources checked
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Also it is wise to get familiar with adb and fastboot!
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Cool, thanks!
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So, I got my Moto X on Verizon today. The OTA started downloading already. Luckily, I turned off all data before it could finish downloading (it's at 8% now). Obviously, I can't connect to data 'cause it will automatically start to download.
I want to root though. I know I'm supposed to use PwnMyMoto. However, I know that the OTA breaks root. I've read around all the posts--and I can't seem to find a conclusive way to keep root on the OTA after gaining it; each post I read says something different.
Additional piece of info: I don't care about anything regarding custom ROMs or the bootloader. I intend to keep the stock ROM, but use Xposed.
So, my three questions:
1) Is it okay to root even though the download of the OTA has started?
2) What is the conclusive way to keep root for the OTA?
3) After rooting, how would I go about returning everything back to stock? (I plan on using this phone for a next week or so, then returning it--this is because of the price drops and MotoMaker for Verizon coming out soon; at this stage, I just want to know if this phone is right for me).
Thanks for all the help in advance.
Just boot into Recovery and wipe data\cache and dalvick this will reset your phone. Then resetup your phone, the OTA will come back up, tell the OTA to REMIND you about it, not download it. Then use pwnmymoto to get root, and then just freeze the OTA downloader (MotorolaOTA.apk). Continue to use your phone, customize it with xposed etc etc. When you want to return it, use RSDLite and flash the stock FXZ file to it its totally back to stock again out of the box.
Am I too late?
I have the update on my phone, but would want to root it. I have the moto x on verizon it's not the developers edition.
No need to wipe data. You can root while the download goes then install ROM toolbox and delete the update from your cache and freeze the moto updater.apk and updater.apk to stop the notification. As for.rooting the update I think jcase said install pwnmymoto but don't run it then update. But IMO its not worth it cause if anything gets messed up you get updated and loose the opportunity to root.
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enigmaco said:
I have the update on my phone, but would want to root it. I have the moto x on verizon it's not the developers edition.
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If you installed the update your SOL. If its just downloaded your OK to root.
I ended up not accepting the update. I'm not going to either. If by the time I return this phone I deem it worthy of a replacement for my GNexus--then I'll worry about root and the OTA. This is awesome stuff.
shane1 said:
No need to wipe data. You can root while the download goes then install ROM toolbox and delete the update from your cache and freeze the moto updater.apk and updater.apk to stop the notification. As for.rooting the update I think jcase said install pwnmymoto but don't run it then update. But IMO its not worth it cause if anything gets messed up you get updated and loose the opportunity to root.
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If you installed the update your SOL. If its just downloaded your OK to root.
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Had a feeling oh well missed the boat again.
I got the Moto X a couple weeks ago for VZW. I'd like to root the Moto X, because..tether . Witht he 4.4.2 update around the corner, should I root now or wait? I don't on putting any custom ROMS on there, so I'd like the most updated Stock ROM. But I'm sure that's not rooted yet. Also, how hard is it to root the X? If it's that hard and easy to brick the phone, I may just hold off. Thanks guys.
As far as we know of, it's impossible to root the latest OTA. 4.4.2 changed bootloaders. It's going to require a whole new exploit... Which we might not have.
natezire71 said:
As far as we know of, it's impossible to root the latest OTA. 4.4.2 changed bootloaders. It's going to require a whole new exploit... Which we might not have.
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eek
I didn't think it was that bad. Perhaps I should root now?
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I didn't think it was that bad. Perhaps I should root now?
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If you root 4.4, you can't accept the OTA, you'll brick it. If you're already on 4.4.2, you're out of luck for now.
natezire71 said:
If you root 4.4, you can't accept the OTA, you'll brick it. If you're already on 4.4.2, you're out of luck for now.
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Thanks. Is this easy to brick in the root process?
natezire71 said:
If you root 4.4, you can't accept the OTA, you'll brick it. If you're already on 4.4.2, you're out of luck for now.
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How do you block the OTA? I have a rooted VZ moto x with a locked bootloader.
mamba94 said:
How do you block the OTA? I have a rooted VZ moto x with a locked bootloader.
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Freeze MotorolaOTA and delete the OTA from your /cache folder. To freeze MotorolaOTA, you need an app that can do it. I went ahead and paid the $6.50 for Titanium B/U Pro, which can freeze and is a well regarded app. There are probably free ones you can use.
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blueice5249 said:
I got the Moto X a couple weeks ago for VZW. I'd like to root the Moto X, because..tether . Witht he 4.4.2 update around the corner, should I root now or wait? I don't on putting any custom ROMS on there, so I'd like the most updated Stock ROM. But I'm sure that's not rooted yet. Also, how hard is it to root the X? If it's that hard and easy to brick the phone, I may just hold off. Thanks guys.
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Do you have a Dev Ed or did you get a Moto Maker/retail Moto X? Totally different processes depending on which you have.
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blueice5249 said:
Thanks. Is this easy to brick in the root process?
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Not if you have the Verizon Dev Ed.
Cozume said:
Freeze MotorolaOTA and delete the OTA from your /cache folder. To freeze MotorolaOTA, you need an app that can do it. I went ahead and paid the $6.50 for Titanium B/U Pro, which can freeze and is a well regarded app. There are probably free ones you can use.
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Do you have a Dev Ed or did you get a Moto Maker/retail Moto X? Totally different processes depending on which you have.
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Not if you have the Verizon Dev Ed.
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I do not have the Dev Ed.
blueice5249 said:
I do not have the Dev Ed.
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You have to use Slap My Moto then if you are on 4.4.
Slap My Moto
Cozume said:
You have to use Slap My Moto then if you are on 4.4.
Slap My Moto
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Wow. That looks really involved and easy to screw up. Perhaps I may stay away for now.
Is there anyway to tether without root?
blueice5249 said:
Wow. That looks really involved and easy to screw up. Perhaps I may stay away for now.
Is there anyway to tether without root?
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No there is no way to WiFi tether for free if you have unlimited data or a capped data plan without root. You can USB and Bluetooth tether using PDAnet if you run Kit Kat 4.4 and are unrooted. Or if you have a Verizon Share Everything plan you WiFi tether for free.
I am going to root a locked bootloader Moto X here soon and post Step-By-Step Instructions after I do. Don't take the 4.4.2 update if you want root.
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No there is no way to WiFi tether for free if you have unlimited data or a capped data plan without root. You can USB and Bluetooth tether using PDAnet if you run Kit Kat 4.4 and are unrooted. Or if you have a Verizon Share Everything plan you WiFi tether for free.
I am going to root a locked bootloader Moto X here soon and post Step-By-Step Instructions after I do. Don't take the 4.4.2 update if you want root.
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Thanks, it doesn't need to be WiFi, I'm fine with USB tether.
Is there anything besides PDAnet? I heard you have to pay for that, or reconnect all the time.
I'm definitely going to hold off on the update and hope for a bit easier root method. I'm not too good at the adb thing.
blueice5249 said:
Is there anything besides PDAnet? I heard you have to pay for that, or reconnect all the time.
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There probably is, but I use PDAnet and you are correct, you have to pay or reconnect all of the time.
blueice5249 said:
I'm definitely going to hold off on the update and hope for a bit easier root method. I'm not too good at the adb thing.
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There won't be an easier method as jcase isn't going to do one for 4.4.2 and Motorola has with each new update tried to close the hacks that jcase has found.
You either root on 4.4 using Slap My Moto or stay unrooted. After you root on 4.4, you can keep the 4.4 bootloader and selectively upgrade the system to 4.4.2. But there are people on the Verizon 4.4.2 thread claiming they took the OTA and kept root and kept write protection disabled. Others on other carriers said otherwise.
Cozume said:
There probably is, but I use PDAnet and you are correct, you have to pay or reconnect all of the time.
There won't be an easier method as jcase isn't going to do one for 4.4.2 and Motorola has with each new update tried to close the hacks that jcase has found.
You either root on 4.4 using Slap My Moto or stay unrooted. After you root on 4.4, you can keep the 4.4 bootloader and selectively upgrade the system to 4.4.2. But there are people on the Verizon 4.4.2 thread claiming they took the OTA and kept root and kept write protection disabled. Others on other carriers said otherwise.
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Darn and Darn.
I think I'll hold off for now and maybe hope your step by step is easier to follow. Thanks for the help man! :good:
If anyone else knows of a free tether method let me know.
Cozume said:
Freeze MotorolaOTA and delete the OTA from your /cache folder. To freeze MotorolaOTA, you need an app that can do it. I went ahead and paid the $6.50 for Titanium B/U Pro, which can freeze and is a well regarded app. There are probably free ones you can use.
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Thanks!
Not sure if wrong forum section but was wondering if there was a way to block all Verizon updates without root. I keep getting notifications to install the latest update (the one that gives Advanced Calling 1.0) but I don't want to install it in case it causes issues. Is there a way to remove/block this update feature without root?
You can disable all the Verizon's apps. In the app section in settings I don't get any notifications.
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You can disable all the Verizon's apps. In the app section in settings I don't get any notifications.
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Dont think you understood my question mdcow. I wasnt talking about stopping Verizon app updates like Navigator, Visual Voicemail, Text App, etc. I was talking about the system firmware updates
jgowell said:
Dont think you understood my question mdcow. I wasnt talking about stopping Verizon app updates like Navigator, Visual Voicemail, Text App, etc. I was talking about the system firmware updates
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Not without root unfortunately. You can only keep declining the install and that's it but eventually your phone will bend to big red's will when you're not paying attention
jgowell said:
Dont think you understood my question mdcow. I wasnt talking about stopping Verizon app updates like Navigator, Visual Voicemail, Text App, etc. I was talking about the system firmware updates
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I've never gotten those update notifications so my disabling a lot of stuff from Verizon and moto must of prevented something.
Just curious then what is your current firmware version? Want to see if you unknowingly updated already or if your update was actually blocked
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I've never gotten those update notifications so my disabling a lot of stuff from Verizon and moto must of prevented something.
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Is your system 21.44.8 or 21.21.15?
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Is your system 21.44.8 or 21.21.15?
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221.44.8 if it updated it did it without me knowing. I'm getting rid of this phone anyway. Came from insurance cause they didn't have any razr maxx in Stock. I really don't like it.
Okay it sounds like it didn't update as your firmware version matches as one without the update Advanced Calling feature. Still curious to know what you disabled so I could get rid of my notification too
I think this newer ota app came from the Turbo, it stops it on the ultras. Check the md5 against yours. Pull it with Super Manager, apk manager, bAPK. Use Explorer free to read the md5.
I posted the md5 on my Op.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=56708101&postcount=1
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I wanted to check where it came from anyway. If not from Turbo then you may be able to benefit too.
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I think this newer ota app came from the Turbo, it stops it on the ultras. Check the md5 against yours. Pull it with Super Manager, apk manager, bAPK. Use Explorer free to read the md5.
I posted the md5 on my Op.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=56708101&postcount=1
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I wanted to check where it came from anyway. If not from Turbo then you may be able to benefit too.
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What? Not sure what you are trying to say. Can you reword?
lafont28 said:
Not without root unfortunately. You can only keep declining the install and that's it but eventually your phone will bend to big red's will when you're not paying attention
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actually you can block OTA's without root.
go here and use this method. without root
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57436867&postcount=26
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What? Not sure what you are trying to say. Can you reword?
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I still have the old Maxx. I found that installing a newer moto ota app (my link) I could stop the ota. I have yet to determine which new moto system dump I got it from. If not from the Turbo then it may stop it too.
Md5 is unique to any app. I posted it for the unknown app.
When you boot your phone, wait until the download notification comes up then go into settings and force stop MotorolaOTA. It'll cancel the download and it won't try again until you reboot.
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When you boot your phone, wait until the download notification comes up then go into settings and force stop MotorolaOTA. It'll cancel the download and it won't try again until you reboot.
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Look two post above by me. you can block without root
the_rooter said:
Look two post above by me. you can block without root
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A few questions about this. Let me know if it is easier to PM you or post here
the_rooter said:
Look two post above by me. you can block without root
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A few questions about this. Let me know if it is easier to PM you or post here
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Try this blocking method out, I believe it will work for the Turbo. It's easier than using the script. http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/debloater-remove-carrier-bloat-t2998294
Misterxtc said:
Try this blocking method out, I believe it will work for the Turbo. It's easier than using the script. http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/debloater-remove-carrier-bloat-t2998294
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thanks MisterXTC. The tool seems to work like a charm, esp with the search function.
One question: the OTA is already downloaded on my phone and i keep getting a notification to install it but I have been been 'delaying' the install. When I block the "MotoralOTA" but then reboot the phone the phone, the notification comes back. Is there a way to permanently block the OTA or will I have to block it each time the phone restarts?
jgowell said:
thanks MisterXTC. The tool seems to work like a charm, esp with the search function.
One question: the OTA is already downloaded on my phone and i keep getting a notification to install it but I have been been 'delaying' the install. When I block the "MotoralOTA" but then reboot the phone the phone, the notification comes back. Is there a way to permanently block the OTA or will I have to block it each time the phone restarts?
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Try entering recovery mode and wipe the cache. That will delete the downloaded update file. As for permanently blocking the OTA it should stay blocked until you factory reset. It's probable nagging you because of the downloaded update file. You might have to re-block the OTA after clearing cache, I'm not positive. You might need to enter your app manager and manually stop the OTA, try that first.
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Try entering recovery mode and wipe the cache. That will delete the downloaded update file. As for permanently blocking the OTA it should stay blocked until you factory reset. It's probable nagging you because of the downloaded update file. You might have to re-block the OTA after clearing cache, I'm not positive. You might need to enter your app manager and manually stop the OTA, try that first.
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I went ahead and cleared cache and it seems to have worked. No notifications to install so far despite reboot.
Thanks again for the link and help afterwards!
I just sent back the N6 that had the screen burn out, I got my RMA device and its on just 5.1 not 5.1.1 should I update it or keep it does it matter? Also this N6 is doing some of the same issues that the other device did before it burned out. The screen has a lot of flickering and triangle flashes but only when I'm using my web browser, also, today I got off of a phone call and the proximity sensor failed to turn the screen on. What's up with that? I'm starting to wonder about these N6's man. Any ideas guys. I think I may need to just flash the s#-t out of this thing
electrojas said:
I just sent back the N6 that had the screen burn out, I got my RMA device and its on just 5.1 not 5.1.1 should I update it or keep it does it matter? Also this N6 is doing some of the same issues that the other device did before it burned out. The screen has a lot of flickering and triangle flashes but only when I'm using my web browser, also, today I got off of a phone call and the proximity sensor failed to turn the screen on. What's up with that? I'm starting to wonder about these N6's man. Any ideas guys. I think I may need to just flash the s#-t out of this thing
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If it was mine, I'd RMA this one too.
Unlock it. Fastboot flash the updated 5.1.1 factory image and see what you have. If bad send it back. If good it all good.
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What browser. It may be the problem. There were proximity sensor fixes in one of the updates. Not sure which.
prdog1 said:
Unlock it. Fastboot flash the updated 5.1.1 factory image and see what you have. If bad send it back. If good it all good.
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What browser. It may be the problem. There were proximity sensor fixes in one of the updates. Not sure which.
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I'm using adblock browser. I just updated to Windows 10 so now my adb is all jacked up for some reason. When I turned on the phone it said that there was a 5.1.1 update ready to be installed. Should I just take that one before I unlock the BL and root or do the unlock first? Thanks to all of you who are helping me out. Good people.
electrojas said:
I'm using adblock browser. I just updated to Windows 10 so now my adb is all jacked up for some reason. When I turned on the phone it said that there was a 5.1.1 update ready to be installed. Should I just take that one before I unlock the BL and root or do the unlock first? Thanks to all of you who are helping me out. Good people.
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Unlock first. Too many been bricked on that update with bootloader locked. I wouldn't take it. Win 10 didn't jack with my adb. I have full SDK tho. Some are using the 15 minute adb/fastboot. I would search and try to reinstall it. Does your usb debug work as far as showing device MTP on PC. If not you lost the Google driver.
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More than likely that browser is the flicker problem. I use Chrome but with Adaway and MOAB. No adds anywhere. lol
I'll have to check. I'm so gunshy now I only hooked this to pc just to put music on it. I'll unlock BL and try the update after. Thanks
electrojas said:
I'll have to check. I'm so gunshy now I only hooked this to pc just to put music on it. I'll unlock BL and try the update after. Thanks
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If able to put music on your driver is good. Need ADB/Fastboot working or you are already dead in the water.
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Unlock first. Too many been bricked on that update with bootloader locked. I wouldn't take it. Win 10 didn't jack with my adb. I have full SDK tho. Some are using the 15 minute adb/fastboot. I would search and try to reinstall it. Does your usb debug work as far as showing device MTP on PC. If not you lost the Google driver.
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More than likely that browser is the flicker problem. I use Chrome but with Adaway and MOAB. No adds anywhere. lol
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15 minute adb? What is that like a tool that does all of that for you?
electrojas said:
15 minute adb? What is that like a tool that does all of that for you?
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It the lazy man ADB/Fastboot for those that don't want to install full SDK and edit the environmental path.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979
So I just follow the unlock procedure in the how to post like normal now right
electrojas said:
So I just follow the unlock procedure in the how to post like normal now right
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Enable unlock in developers options. Boot to bootloader. in command prompt type "fastboot devices" to make sure your device id shows up. If shows device type "fastboot oem unlock". Will see prompt on phone to agree.
It's just finished so now does it matter which 5.1.1 I take, and do I have to put TWRP on this in order to do it
I suppose now I can take the downloaded one or do you recommend a better file. I really would like to keep this Damn phone
electrojas said:
It's just finished so now does it matter which 5.1.1 I take, and do I have to put TWRP on this in order to do it
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Latest for all carriers is I version unless you are on TMobile then it is the one that says TMobile only. They don't have the security update yet. No need for TWRP yet as long as unlocked. Get it booted and see if everything works. Do NOT relock. DO NOT use toolkit. Do it manually with fastboot commands.
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Latest for all carriers is I version unless you are on TMobile then it is the one that says TMobile only. They don't have the security update yet. No need for TWRP yet as long as unlocked. Get it booted and see if everything works. Do NOT relock.
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Mine is unbranded factory unlocked. It's restoring all my backed up poo right now. I guess I have 2 options. 1 take the Ota they send down or install the one I downloaded yesterday. It says for all carriers except tmobile. I got it from Google yesterday. It's the exact one that was on the phone I sent back. Do you have any particular preference or reccomendation?
electrojas said:
Mine is unbranded factory unlocked. It's restoring all my backed up poo right now. I guess I have 2 options. 1 take the Ota they send down or install the one I downloaded yesterday. It says for all carriers except tmobile. I got it from Google yesterday. It's the exact one that was on the phone I sent back. Do you have any particular preference or reccomendation?
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The new I version has the Stagefright security fix otherwize the Z version is fine. That is what I am on. Haven't updated yet.. You can try OTA as long as unlocked. Have seen posts that say OTA won't work unlocked. Not sure. If it bootloops and it is locked you are hosed again and have to RMA.
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The new I version has the Stagefright security fix otherwize the Z version is fine. That is what I am on. Haven't updated yet.. You can try OTA as long as unlocked. Have seen posts that say OTA won't work unlocked. Not sure. If it bootloops and it is locked you are hosed again and have to RMA.
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The new I version? Is the best place to get it on here or Motorola? Also your gonna think this is a stupid question but what is I version? I'm coming from Sammy to LG back to Sammy, now this. Learning about fastboot its all new to me. Thanks bro
Sent from my Nexus 6 using XDA Forums Pro.
electrojas said:
The new I version? Is the best place to get it on here or Motorola? Also your gonna think this is a stupid question but what is I version? I'm coming from Sammy to LG back to Sammy, now this. Learning about fastboot its all new to me. Thanks bro
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I can confirm that the latest update for the Verizon Moto Z Force patches the quadrooter vulnerabilities.
I took the risk and updated to see if it would and it did.
I would bet money that if you want to root this phone then DO NOT TAKE THIS UPDATE!
I figured this would happen, thank god I trusted my instincts and have been postponing the update since it came out.
Quadrooter doesn't help with unlocking the bootloader that we'd need for root on MM though(?).
Right, but still might have been useful for a soft root...
Sent from my XT1650 using Tapatalk
Why would you softroot anyway? We have a BL unlock. Just wait for a recovery and flash su
We do?
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Soft root to hide soft keys in build prop to use lmt launcher for a full screen experience.
Sirshark10 said:
Why would you softroot anyway? We have a BL unlock. Just wait for a recovery and flash su
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For Moto unlocked devices (developer editions) which have not been released yet.
This is a Verizon OTA for the Verizon Moto Z Force which have locked bootloaders with Verizon signed keys. Unless some amazing leak happens our bootloaders won't be unlocked anytime soon.
derrickmehaffy said:
For Moto unlocked devices (developer editions) which have not been released yet.
This is a Verizon OTA for the Verizon Moto Z Force which have locked bootloaders with Verizon signed keys. Unless some amazing leak happens our bootloaders won't be unlocked anytime soon.
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Does anyone know what to disable to disable the OTA updates?
Thanks
Smithfolk4 said:
Does anyone know what to disable to disable the OTA updates?
Thanks
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Need root for that. And with android 6.0 last time i check there is no way to root without a custom recovery. That requires an unlocked bootloader what will not happen.
Take the update root will never come.
bignazpwns said:
Need root for that. And with android 6.0 last time i check there is no way to root without a custom recovery. That requires an unlocked bootloader what will not happen.
Take the update root will never come.
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Thanks. I took the update. Actually 2. I guess my phone was a bit behind. But, I have been able in the past, using the Debloater tool, to disable the apk for updates. I just don't know what it is for this phone and none of them seem to sound like an update package. If we can identify the apk we can turn it off. Maybe it is done some other way on this phone.
bignazpwns said:
Need root for that. And with android 6.0 last time i check there is no way to root without a custom recovery. That requires an unlocked bootloader what will not happen.
Take the update root will never come.
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u can disable it without root lol just need to know what
hwy @jcase , was wondering if your new write is able to be utilized on the moto z force droid from verizon?
http://bbqand0days.com/Pork-Explosion-Unleashed/
elliwigy said:
hwy @jcase , was wondering if your new write is able to be utilized on the moto z force droid from verizon?
http://bbqand0days.com/Pork-Explosion-Unleashed/
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Full details of both detecting possible vulnerable devices, as well as exploitation are in the post. Doing both is trivial.
jcase said:
Full details of both detecting possible vulnerable devices, as well as exploitation are in the post. Doing both is trivial.
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haha ok, i guess i need to learn more anyways, i will reread it again and again until i understand it lol
thanks for publishing if course, crazy im just barely hearing about it lol seems like a really serious issue on exploitable devices for sure
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lol my phone says access denied trying to check any system files and the phone doesnt come with a usb cord to plug into the computer to check the commands but i do have an adapter from my note 7 so i will try it here in a bit when i get back home unless someone smarter than me or already checked it wants to chime in...
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i did research that foxconn does work with moto mobility on some level but wasnt able to narrow it down further than that, most news about foxconn is how they treat their employees and their suicides lol
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i did also notice they do work on the ps4 which is interesting...
well, there goes that idea.. i cant even get the pc to recognize the phone as an adb device
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i dont think our phone has adb or fastboot.. no matter what i try i cant get it to be recognized by adb or fastboot unless i am missing something
elliwigy said:
well, there goes that idea.. i cant even get the pc to recognize the phone as an adb device
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i dont think our phone has adb or fastboot.. no matter what i try i cant get it to be recognized by adb or fastboot unless i am missing something
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ADB works fine for me. Haven't had a use for fastboot yet, but I'm sure it works.
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PiousInquisitor said:
ADB works fine for me. Haven't had a use for fastboot yet, but I'm sure it works.
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what drivers did you use during install?
elliwigy said:
what drivers did you use during install?
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None. I use Linux.
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PiousInquisitor said:
None. I use Linux.
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oh lol i got it to work, had to install drivers