Hi all, after doing the whole thing rooting, cid changing etc on my old sensation, I now have the One. I've read all the different guides and im confused. I just want root so I can use stuff like titanium back-up but still get official OTA updates and no longer bothered about custom roms etc.
What do I really need to do please?
Have a look at the sticky threads in this subforum.
One is a video guide for unlocking bootloader and rooting. Another is FAQ, you just asked question 2.
Ok thanks I feel stupid even asking the question.
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Hi,
I understand how the root process works. Owning a N1 I did not see a whole lot of need until I found out Google will not make a Nexus two and I cringe at the site of some of the carrier phones and their terrible update lag times. My only question is in regards to it wiping your phone. Is is there any way to avoid this? If not I am guessing the solution is just simply making a backup on my computer and than dragging and dropping the files back on to the phone. If not please let me know differently.
I have watched several videos and read several guides but my above question has not been answered very clearly.
In regards to flashing my phone.
This does not make much sense to me. It sounds like I can go between the stock version of my phone and the rooted version and that I would need to do this for OTA updates. Seems like the root community gets updates sooner than OTA so I am not too worried about that. It would be helpful if someone could explain what flashing your phone does exactly and is it something that can be done easily like using an app or do I need to go through the whole bootloading process etc.
My third and final question: If I were to overclock my N1 after rooting my phone what would be the ideal setting for it?
Thank you for your help
You can't "back up on your computer", and you can't "drag and drop the files back". But there is enough backup software to cover everything (Titanium backup for apps & data, SMS backup, APN backup, Call log backup).
You don't have to wipe if you don't unlock the bootloader. But then you won't have the easy way of flashing from fastboot, either. And moving to most of the custom ROMs you have to wipe.
Flashing = loading anything into ROM. That can include superboot hack (root), kernel or complete custom ROM, or even custom updates like themes etc. There are explanations in both rooting guides in Development section, and there's Android 101 in General which you should read before continuing.
The ideal setting is not to overclock at all. If you do - then not above 1075 MHz, for battery savings (explained in wildmonk's kernel thread in Development, for example).
Again, I suggest you read some more before further questions. It seems that the concepts are far from clear.
[edit] Android 101 is here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=618768
And your questions should go to Q&A section.
Hi all,
I have owned the nexus one for about 8 months now but have never thought seriously about rooting. You know, voiding the warranty, bricking the phone, etc. And i really saw no big upsides vs risks at the time.
But now, supposedly the N1 can be rooted extremely easily (one click) and without the warranty (not unlocking bootloader) voiding? So I'm pretty new to everything involving hacking; ROMs, Morphs, Radio Updates, etc. All I know how to do is install APKs and simple manual updates following fool-proof guides (installing Froyo).
I was just wondering if there is any easy guide/wiki(s) that I can read up on to understand all this before I actually root and apply themes, ROMs, radios etc.
Thx All in Advance
I waited 3 months before rooting. All I can say is just do it. The phone is a million times better, more fun, more capable, when rooted. Just read around the forums for what's going on that can be done when rooted.
yea I have browsed around ROMs and morphs and a lot of stuff looks great. I am just looking for a GUIDE on how everything works together.
thx
Look in the Wiki.
I understand what you're looking for. I was lost for months before rooting and wanted a simple guide. My only advice is root first using the very detailed guide on rooting. Then each hack, or morph/theme, or overclock, or addition has It's own thread with directions in the first post for each individual one.
There's no full guide other than the rooting one. So you have to just read, read and read some more to see how it all works together.
For a newbie, the best way to get started is root, install ROM manager which gets you on any custom ROM super easily. Then install metamorph so you can add your theme you want. Those are the main basics that everyone does and wants.
I have the droid incredible with Virtuous-v3.2.0 and ClockworkMod 3.0.0.8 installed. However, I need to send the phone back to the manufacturer and need to remove root etc.
Can I?
I want to remove any custom rom and or if possible ClockworkMod to go to the standard setup. If i can only do the rom then that’s ok, but I would prefer everything back to stock.
I have looked for a while on how to do it to no avail. What roms/programs do I need? Is there an established tutorial? etc.
I know I am likely to be flamed for missing some previous thread about this and for that, I apologize and appreciate links to other threads.
Thanks in advance
wrong forum dude... first this is incredible S and this should go into general:
but to answer your question (which has been answered a hunderd times already so a search should got you there...)
run the ruu when device is started up. everything will be removed.
Hi there, i bought recently Nexus One. As I discovered it is Vodafone version of N1. So as You guys know im stuck on Android 2.2.1. I would like to go stright to Gingerbread or CM7. And here is my question. (i know i could serch the forums for answers but many can be outdated or i just dont understand something). You guys are pro's so you will find solution for me maybe in seconds, where i will be serching this for hours.
Ok, questions:
- Can i root my phone using a oneclick? (If i will go fot CM7)
- If i would like to go for offical, stock updates, can i use PASSIMG method from wiki? So then i shuld just download downgrade (FRG33 as i remeber) and, step by step upgrade it to gingerbread, or i must do something before it ?(like downgrading to shipping version, mentioned at wiki before passimg method, im a bit confused). Will i get updates then from google and i wil be mo longer depended to Vodafone?
I will be grateful if You will answer my questions or just dp some quick guide. And sorry for my horrible grammar.
Yes, I also bought a Nexus One with a non standard ROM. Like you said you can use the PASSIMG method to downgrade to a stock froyo ROM (i.e. FRG33) and you will be able to then upgrade OTA stait to 2.3.4.
Best to do some research so that you understand all the ins and outs. Check the wiki.
As Dirk said, the best place to start doing your research is on the WiKi. After you have enough information to ask more specific and focused questions, then we will be able to help you a bit better.
PS. I would recommend just using the standard fastboot OEM unlock method of device unlocking and something better than stock such as CyanogenMod since you're new to the phone. You won't be able to relock the bootloader, but if you're not returning it, that's not an issue.
The answers are:
- Yes.
- Yes, no, yes.
Right guys, new to the phone and forum, not ROMs and flashing as I have moved from a Symbian operated Samsung, but new to the whole rooting and S-OFF stuff. Had a real good look around the forum, but can someone just tell me whether or not we can root and/or S-OFF the IS Seem to be getting conflicting info. Keen to get onto Gingerbread. If this can be done is there a definitive step-by-step guide? Tried the superoneclick method last night, but at 2am decided to give up!
Vader
VaderXI said:
Right guys, new to the phone and forum, not ROMs and flashing as I have moved from a Symbian operated Samsung, but new to the whole rooting and S-OFF stuff. Had a real good look around the forum, but can someone just tell me whether or not we can root and/or S-OFF the IS Seem to be getting conflicting info. Keen to get onto Gingerbread. If this can be done is there a definitive step-by-step guide? Tried the superoneclick method last night, but at 2am decided to give up!
Vader
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The first step is to S-OFF the phone using AlphaRevX. There are several threads detailing the steps needed. Depending on which carrier ROM you currently have installed, you may need to create a goldcard so that you can flash a 'support' ROM that works with AlphaRevX.
After you gain S-OFF and the fact that you want to run a GB ROM, you will need to flash a custom recovery such as ClockworkMod. Here is a thread that details the steps:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1122694
There are enough posts and threads in the Development section to get you going. Just remember that the search button is your friend.
You're probably getting conflicting info, due to the timing.
AlpharevX was just released over the weekend. Any site or thread posted prior to that will probably say that you can't S-OFF.
As far as actually doing the S-OFF, I found the info in the link below to be quite helpful.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1130346
Thanks guys. I'm no stranger to the search function, but it was a bit confusing and just wanted to hear someone say it can be done!
Waiting to get a 16gb sd card and will give it a go then.
Brought the phone a couple of days ago....when can I expect the Gingerbread OTA?
im in uk and have had the update for some time now (id guess a month?)
a flashed rom is MUCH better
Have checked for updates and still nothing? Will wait for my 16gb card and give s-off and flashing a go. Came from a Samsung Symbian S60 phone so have had my fair share of experiance with flashing and custom ROMs. I would tend to recommend them also...made my life with Symbian almost barable. Cant go online with it now as battery nearly dead, which is pretty surprising as had it nearly 3 days now fully charging it every night
UPDATE:
Downloading the GB OTA now....woohoo. Maybe a silly question, but does it save to the sd card. Reason I ask is looking to upgrade to a 16gb card soon.
Also found a really good tutorial on how to improve battery performance.
http://www.youmobile.org/blogs/entry/How-to-Improve-the-Battery-Life-of-Your-Android-Phone
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Brought the phone a couple of days ago....when can I expect the Gingerbread OTA?
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Once u update fota. To gain s-off will need more tricky. Stick on the rom from first unboxing. Gain s-off and you will have a lot of choice
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