SBF from 4.4 sprint rom to 4.2.2 RW stock - Moto X Q&A

Ok i am well aware that some things will not work on my phone, but would like to test some things and possibly see about getting 4.4 working on my Republic Wireless phone. My question is if i flash a Rom can i just SBF back using the RW.sbf file? Also yes i unlocked my Bootloader using the $43 method. So i don't think there should be an issue. Some have mentioned that there was a Bootloader change and that you can't Downgrade...can anyone Confirm this or have a link to the info? Thanks Guys

Its downgrading from 4.4.2 that can cause big issues....if not done a certain way.
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kj2112 said:
Its downgrading from 4.4.2 that can cause big issues....if not done a certain way.
Sent from my N5, N7, Moto X, G Tab 3 or S2.....
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he is correct you can flash what ever android version you want expect for 4.4.2 and the very first 4.2.2 before the camera update.

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To buy or not

Looking to get a moto x, I have a gs4 but I got a warranty replacement and can't unlock boot loader to install a custom ROM. So was looking into a Vzw moto x, my only concern is how long is it gonna take Vzw to get 4.4 on the moto x if it never gets an unlocked boot loader so that we can install custom roms. Any input?
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kregstrong said:
Looking to get a moto x, I have a gs4 but I got a warranty replacement and can't unlock boot loader to install a custom ROM. So was looking into a Vzw moto x, my only concern is how long is it gonna take Vzw to get 4.4 on the moto x if it never gets an unlocked boot loader so that we can install custom roms. Any input?
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From what I understand the chances of unlocking the bootloader on a Verizon Moto X will not be likely. There is root available for all variants of the Moto X and we are supposed to be getting some sort of bootstrap that will bypass the bootloader and allow us to flash custom roms kind of like Loki on the S4. Also from what I understand rooting and flashing roms on Verizon/ATT devices will become harder as we progress to newer versions of Android due to security and such. As far as when Verizon will release 4.4 for the X, your guess is as good as anyone else's. I would bet it will be before the Verizon S4 gets it though.
All of that aside, I think you would be happy with the Moto X. I know several S4 converts who haven't regretted it for a minute.

4.4 or 4.4.2

My unlocked gsm Moto X firmware version is 4.4, is that different from 4.4.2? Some rooting protocol requires 4.4.2, that's why I am asking. I just don't want to brick it.
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x2h said:
My unlocked gsm Moto X firmware version is 4.4, is that different from 4.4.2? Some rooting protocol requires 4.4.2, that's why I am asking. I just don't want to brick it.
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The Moto X doesn't have 4.4.2. It has 4.4. If you're reading a root guide that references 4.4.2, it probably isn't for the Moto X. You should only use a guide/process specifically for the device you are trying to root.
You can see the software version by going to Settings > About Phone (very bottom) > Android version (4th item down).

[Q] Re-Root after auto Kit Kat update

Im getting my new ATT 32GB Moto X on Monday and after flashing my Samsung Galaxy S3 into the ground I thought I would leave the Moto X running the stock ROM for a while but rooted.
My question is, in reading some of the threads it looks like I will have to re-root after every Kit Kat update pushed out from Motorola, is this the case? Is there a method that will add root privileges back after the phone reboots from the update? Lastly, any suggestion on what root procedure is working the best?
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Im getting my new ATT 32GB Moto X on Monday and after flashing my Samsung Galaxy S3 into the ground I thought I would leave the Moto X running the stock ROM for a while but rooted.
My question is, in reading some of the threads it looks like I will have to re-root after every Kit Kat update pushed out from Motorola, is this the case? Is there a method that will add root privileges back after the phone reboots from the update? Lastly, any suggestion on what root procedure is working the best?
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Can we assume you bought the consumer version ? If so, looks like your SOL. Root method only works up to 4.4.
If you bought the DE veraion ? Root is straight forward as unlocking your bootloader , flashing recovery
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Yes I did purchase the consumer version so it does look like I am SOL. Thanks for the quick reply.
thedunes said:
Yes I did purchase the consumer version so it does look like I am SOL. Thanks for the quick reply.
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ATM but you never know jcase might just have something up Hus sleeve, if you are still on 4.4 you can still root with slapmymoto and pawnmymoto which might break yourmoto
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Requirements for flashing a custom ROM on a locked VzW Moto X

Hi, I an debating buying a consumer Moto X on Verizon.
My question is this:
Is it possible to flash a custom ROM with a locked Moto X?
If so, what is required/which ROMs are compatible?
I am familiar with safestrap (coming from the droid RAZR), as well as flashing ROMs in general.
Thanks!
dfryer1193 said:
Hi, I an debating buying a consumer Moto X on Verizon.
My question is this:
Is it possible to flash a custom ROM with a locked Moto X?
If so, what is required/which ROMs are compatible?
I am familiar with safestrap (coming from the droid RAZR), as well as flashing ROMs in general.
Thanks!
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Don't buy a consumer version , there's no safestrap ROMs , also gaining root on 4.4.2 may never happen. I suggest you buy a developer edition and unlock the bootloader.
Unlocking the DE will not void the warranty.
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flashallthetime said:
Don't buy a consumer version , there's no safestrap ROMs , also gaining root on 4.4.2 may never happen. I suggest you buy a developer edition and unlock the bootloader.
Unlocking the DE will not void the warranty.
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Unfortunately, that is not within my budget. Is it possible to downgrade from 4.4.2 to 4.2.2 and go from there?
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dfryer1193 said:
Unfortunately, that is not within my budget. Is it possible to downgrade from 4.4.2 to 4.2.2 and go from there?
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No, you can't downgrade from 4.4.2 to any earlier firmware, try swapa for a slightly used one . if root and flashing ROMs and your budget won't allow you to pick up a DE , then maybe the moto x is not for you
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[Q] Moto X 4.4.3 KK UPDATE

hi people i'm on kk 4.4.2, i heard the new update brings a lot of improvements starrting with the camera app and software, also battery isues solved, my moto x is xt1058 version, my carrier is TIGO, i'm from colombia.
is there any chance to flash the 4.4.3 international version of moto x?
please help u_u
Thepho3nix said:
hi people i'm on kk 4.4.2, i heard the new update brings a lot of improvements starrting with the camera app and software, also battery isues solved, my moto x is xt1058 version, my carrier is TIGO, i'm from colombia.
is there any chance to flash the 4.4.3 international version of moto x?
please help u_u
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Yes, you can. But first you have to root your Moto X (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MzKvXkq44o) then flash a Rom with 4.4.3 like this one.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/development/rom-stock-flashable-t-mobile-t2773675.
alberturer said:
Yes, you can. But first you have to root your Moto X (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MzKvXkq44o) then flash a Rom with 4.4.3 like this one.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/development/rom-stock-flashable-t-mobile-t2773675.
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There is a little more to it than just rooting. You will need to unlock your bootloader and install a custom recovery. Rooting has nothing to do with flashing Roms unless using safestrap which does not currently work on 4.4.2.
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Thepho3nix said:
hi people i'm on kk 4.4.2, i heard the new update brings a lot of improvements starrting with the camera app and software, also battery isues solved, my moto x is xt1058 version, my carrier is TIGO, i'm from colombia.
is there any chance to flash the 4.4.3 international version of moto x?
please help u_u
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Just wait.
Flashing a rom not intended for your model X can result in issues/problems. Flashing a modified update which only flashes PARTS of a rom on your phone will give you miss matched files which will also cause issues.
It is safer to wait for the Update for your phone to be released.

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