Yesterday, Geohot released his Towelroot exploit here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783157
Towelroot was made for the Verizon / AT&T Galaxy S5, reported working with the Note 3, and is supposed to work on pretty much any device with a kernel built before June 3. Since the TF701T has a kernel from Apr 18, I tried Towelroot on a completely stock TF701T and can report that I am now rooted without unlocking my boot loader.
Just leaving this here in case there are any further developments. I'd love to see how much can be done without voiding warranty through bootloader. At the very least, we have Xposed.
worked for me too !
Thanks great !
Good news. Can a mod sticky this please.
Thanks, it works very well. I want to know if I can install custom recovery without unlocking bootloader.
gg777 said:
Thanks, it works very well. I want to know if I can install custom recovery without unlocking bootloader.
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No you will need to unlock the boot loader to install a custom recovery I'm afraid.
Confirmed! Works great. Are you using Chainfire or the regular superuser. Chainfire tells me I need to update the binary but fails to do it. Using regular superuser now.
This is what i was looking for!!
We can at least get Xposed, Delete bloatwares, Starting Apps, Titanium Backup, Adaway.
But can someone confirm my doubts, Because this exploit works with before June kernels, it obviously means that if Asus bring us 4.4 we will not able to have a persistant root, except if a dev create a working LB custom recovery and then a Pre-rooted, zipaligned, deodexed 4.4 rom.
Am i wrong bros?
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Works for now but 4.4 will most likely use the newer patched kernel. My Note 3 w I think KK is showing Kernel version 3.4 so KK may not have to use a kernel later then that.
issawillwin said:
This is what i was looking for!!
We can at least get Xposed, Delete bloatwares, Starting Apps, Titanium Backup, Adaway.
But can someone confirm my doubts, Because this exploit works with before June kernels, it obviously means that if Asus bring us 4.4 we will not able to have a persistant root, except if a dev create a working LB custom recovery and then a Pre-rooted, zipaligned, deodexed 4.4 rom.
Am i wrong bros?
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Works for now but 4.4 will most likely use the newer patched kernel. My Note 3 w I think KK is showing Kernel version 3.4 so KK may not have to use a kernel later then that.
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Ok so root on 4.4 will only be possible by another exploit or unlocking BL.
I think i'm going so stay on a rooted 4.3 for now
Works for me as well. However, neither app superuser nor su work for me.
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Just got this tablet today and there's a system update when I turned it on. Shall I update or I can't use Towelroot by geohot if I do? I want to have root without unlocking.
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pipopipz said:
Just got this tablet today and there's a system update when I turned it on. Shall I update or I can't use Towelroot by geohot if I do? I want to have root without unlocking.
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You can update first then use towelroot, no problem.
Updating SU bin
Regarding 'Out of date' SU bin message - after rooting with towel root install attached apk and then manually update.
Restoration and warranty concerns
Now, this might be a silly question for most Android users, and for me, but seeing as how I just can't trust my tablet that much with its wonkiness I have to ask: is it possible to "unroot" my device after using Towelroot and returning back to stock? Also, can ASUS see that I've been rooting my device, even though the bootloader has not been touched, and not accept my warranty?
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Now, this might be a silly question for most Android users, and for me, but seeing as how I just can't trust my tablet that much with its wonkiness I have to ask: is it possible to "unroot" my device after using Towelroot and returning back to stock? Also, can ASUS see that I've been rooting my device, even though the bootloader has not been touched, and not accept my warranty?
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To unroot do a factory reset.
There is no flash count so Asus can't be aware of this.
correct me if i'm wrong !
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I may be stupid, but how is this supposed to work? I download tr.apk and when I try to install it, my TF701 says "App not installed". Is it not a straight-forward one-click method, or is is more complicated than this? On some other threads, it seems that there is a step of connecting the phone to the PC and running an installation batch script. Is this true for the TF701 as well?
Can someone supply a step-by-step guide on how to do this?
You just have to allow third party apps in Security settings and then click and install the apk. No pc or script needed.
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You just have to allow third party apps in Security settings and then click and install the apk. No pc or script needed.
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I already have that (unless it somehow has reset itself - will check when I get home) - and it still said "App not installed" when I tried to install it.
It even came up and told me what permissions the application requested (which I don't think will happen, if I haven't enabled third party apps). Among those I saw an interesting one that I hadn't seen before - maybe that's the "root" cause of the exploit (pun intended )
Very strange... I have two TF701s, and on the oldest one (JB 4.3, Kernel 3.4.57 Apr 18, build 10.26.1.28) the tr.apk won't install. On my recently bought TF701 (Still not updated, running JB 4.2.2, Kernel 3.4.35, Oct 22 2013, build 10.14.1.47) it ran without any problems.
Has anyone with the Apr 18 update run the TowelRoot exploit successfully on their TF701?
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Very strange... I have two TF701s, and on the oldest one (JB 4.3, Kernel 3.4.57 Apr 18, build 10.26.1.28) the tr.apk won't install. On my recently bought TF701 (Still not updated, running JB 4.2.2, Kernel 3.4.35, Oct 22 2013, build 10.14.1.47) it ran without any problems.
Has anyone with the Apr 18 update run the TowelRoot exploit successfully on their TF701?
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I am running Apr 18 kernel and TowelRoot worked for me
I've installed de superuser.apk dowloaded from this thead and everything works !
Related
I've followed a root guide (not able to link due to account restrictions), however I am not sure whether I have rooted correctly (Superuser has been installed via the root). I'm a beginner in rooting and thought it would be straight forward (due to the number of tutorials around), but I don't know how to proceed now.
My basic objective is to install jelly bean with no issues in usage as the owner isn't very tech literate. The tutorials I have tried to follow thus far have had some steps which aren't possible in my circumstance or certain steps which aren't possible due to a change in the app.
If possible I will appreciate it if someone helps me, whether here, or on skype/teamspeak; preferably on the latters as it will speed up the process and I am quite time restricted. If possible I don't mind completely resetting the kindle to its original software and such and starting again just to be sure If I have rooted, but I don't know how to do that.
Thanks in advance
Details: [Rooted?] Kindle fire HD running 7.3.1 software; Model X43Z60
This work for me
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oT3L0VEt3IE&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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This work for me
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Thats to Root; I've already rooted (assuming from the video when it says you can see the superuser app)
Well if you have rooted right go to your browser and search for an app called Root Checker. It does not require root. It checks to see if your rooted right. If you are not rooted right the app will say so but if you are rooted right you get a message saying "You have successfully rooted your device." Hope I helped you.
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Thats to Root; I've already rooted (assuming from the video when it says you can see the superuser app)
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Oh ok just download titanium back up when u open the app it will tell u if ur root or not
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Titanium says I have rooted. Ok, what do I do now as per my requirements above?
Thanks
Ok, I've now installed the play store and disabled ads using this VERY useful tutorial (thanks prok!). Is there a similar tutorial on how to install jelly bean on it now?
Well the best rom out there right now is Unofficial CM10.1 from Hashcode. Yes, you could install a different one but Unofficial CM10.1 is currently the best in my opinion.
Wondering if anyone has tried towelroot on 4.3 for locked bootloaders, it says on the site that theoretically it should support any device build built before June 3rd.
I understand we have a locked bootloader but so does the Verizon and AT&T S5
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Worked for me
I used it and it seems to work fine. Very easy, go the towelroot.com site, click on the symbol and download the app.I enabled installing from non-secure sources in settings/security. I installed the .apk and it ran, rebooted automically and I now have root. I am running Stock 9.2.A.0.295 now rooted without all the downgrading etc. Sweet! You must have read the same article on Androidpolice that I read.
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I used it and it seems to work fine. Very easy, go the towelroot.com site, click on the symbol and download the app.I enabled installing from non-secure sources in settings/security. I installed the .apk and it ran, rebooted automically and I now have root. I am running Stock 9.2.A.0.295 now rooted without all the downgrading etc. Sweet! You must have read the same article on Androidpolice that I read.
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That's so sweet, glad it works on us for 4.3, so much simpler
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These are the 103 kb I have been waiting for!
Tried it yesterday on my locked Xperia V. It works, and so easy. Thanks for the heads up:thumbup:
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Perfect! It is so ridiculous easy that I ask myself where the drawback is.
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Wondering if anyone has tried towelroot on 4.3 for locked bootloaders, it says on the site that theoretically it should support any device build built before June 3rd.
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I have just successfully rooted my locked Xperia T running 4.3 stock (.205)
Wow! :laugh:
Thanks for posting!
Worked on my unlocked Xperia T, i can grant SU rights to applications, but I cannot update the supersu binary. Anyone else have this problem or is it my device ?
AT&T Build
Works on my AT&T Xperia TL, Android 4.1.2; Build 9.1.F.1.120.
SuperSU + Linux Deploy up & running.
-----updated: Terminal "su" works, but Linux Deploy = rebooting on "su" request, even with updated SuperSU
the OriginalPost might be best
The OP has over 100 pages posted in just 2 days!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sho...rect)|utmcmd=(none)&__utmv=-&__utmk=197823660
Pretty sure this will be the best place for support, I saw a reference to the update of SuperSu there in the original post. Happy Days.
I didn't make it .... i installed it , but my Xperia V still no root ..
i am on stock locked JB 4.3
What steps did you take to try and install and run it? - btw you might want to check the Original Post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783157
Archaic1881 said:
Worked on my unlocked Xperia T, i can grant SU rights to applications, but I cannot update the supersu binary. Anyone else have this problem or is it my device ?
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1. With the help of a file manger install TowelRoot
2. Install modified FlashgordonBB , and then with it PhilZ Recovery . Don't use the "normal" Flashgordon.
3. Flash Update Supesu in Recovery.
4.Reboot and install Supersu.
Set.
kjwaugh said:
The OP has over 100 pages posted in just 2 days!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sho...rect)|utmcmd=(none)&__utmv=-&__utmk=197823660
Pretty sure this will be the best place for support, I saw a reference to the update of SuperSu there in the original post. Happy Days.
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All right and I am grateful, too, certainly. That man deserves a beer or two, and some pretty girls, too.
But 150 pages of thanks - as great as it is - I think I'll just stick here.
sony_84 said:
I didn't make it .... i installed it , but my Xperia V still no root ..
i am on stock locked JB 4.3
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Same here bro same here
Since rooting my LB Xperia T yesterday, I'm experiencing frequent disconnects in my phonecalls.
Anyone else has similar issues?
If you have problems with the play store SuperSU, use this: http://download.chainfire.eu/447/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.99r4.zip
Worked on my Xperia TX 4.3 Stock with locked bootloader
May be we should report here which Xperia models have been rooted successfully using Towelroot?
- Sony Xperia V, .210
peter-k said:
May be we should report here which Xperia models have been rooted successfully using Towelroot?
- Sony Xperia V, .210
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I don't think its good idea becouse some ppls can't root with it sucessfuly.
So SuperSu is advising an Update
So apparently, SuperSu is now offering an update - I was wondering what version, so I launched SuperSu and it updated after I allowed it, choosing "Normal" instead of TWRP/CWM - because I don't have a recovery installed. It worked fine and it suggested a reboot - which after that I had version 2.0. Works great.
i have asus me176cx
system is android kitkat 4.4.2
how can i root this pad?
is there anyway....
i tested kingo, baidu, towelroot etc...
not worked...
is there any way?
please help to asus users....
Not an asus user, but haved you tried framaroot?
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Not an asus user, but haved you tried framaroot?
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frameroot didnt supported..
and i tested another programs...another ways...
but anyone didnt worked...
this is updated android problem...
maybe new frameroot supports...
i dont know.
Any news about root in this tablet?
hebronCL said:
Any news about root in this tablet?
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i didnt find alrady...
root works !
google : rootzenfone-1464r-apk
i got this to work for me
Method pls
djlilyazi said:
google : rootzenfone-1464r-apk
i got this to work for me
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Did it really work? My tab is still under warranty but I really want to ROOT it. (me176cx version 4.4.2). Tried to find a technician to root this tab but failed.
Yes it works. Just use the latest version of rootzenfone apk.
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Root method for Asus MeMO Pad 7 K017 Running Kit-Kat 4.4.2
junior_l3oss said:
i have asus me176cx
system is android kitkat 4.4.2
how can i root this pad?
is there anyway....
i tested kingo, baidu, towelroot etc...
not worked...
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My device is Asus MemoPad 7 K017 running Kit-Kat 4.4.2, Kernel version 3.10.20, Build Number KVT49L.WW_MeMO_Pad-11.2.3.27-20141218 release-keys 044000281_2014060030.
I did have success with kingo, if you are having trouble, make sure tab is in de-bug mode and you check the pop-up asking to allow kingo to talk to device, it will come up on tab side. And if kingo still not working, try this apk. RootZenPhone. Before you root using this app, you must, i repeat, must, turn off wi-fi, and forget the network you are connected to. If you dont, you get stuck in this Asus Demo mode, no lock screen, and it keeps downloading a phantom update. My daughter also told me facebook would auto delete, and force close. if you have any more questions fire away
rootzenfone not working for me, just reloads tablet but no root. am i missing a trick or something else im supposed to be doing?
psilocybinmeth3 said:
rootzenfone not working for me, just reloads tablet but no root. am i missing a trick or something else im supposed to be doing?
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can you be more specific on what you did, and what the tablet is doing
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/intel-android-devices-root-temp-cwm-t2975096
Run this, flash SuperSu (or just reboot and let it install su), and you're rooted. Universal solution for all OTA versions
Hi guys
I have just received my new Oneplus 3t and i have few questions about Nougat.
Can I do the update if i want flash Twrp and Root or it's better to stay on MM ?
Thanks.
Flash twrp, root, and stay on mm
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The only reason you should stay on MM is for Xposed. Personally my 3T used to get a lot heated during normal tasks. Even after replacement also the issue was there. So I updated to Nougat 4.0.2 and its been perfectly normal. This was my experience, might be different for others.
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The only reason you should stay on MM is for Xposed. Personally my 3T used to get a lot heated during normal tasks. Even after replacement also the issue was there. So I updated to Nougat 4.0.2 and its been perfectly normal. This was my experience, might be different for others.
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Xposed doesn't work with Nougat ? Even with a custom rom ?
raptax said:
Xposed doesn't work with Nougat ? Even with a custom rom ?
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Nope Xposed for Nougat in a WIP. It depends on android version, ROM doesn't matter.
TweaknFreak said:
Nope Xposed for Nougat in a WIP. It depends on android version, ROM doesn't matter.
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Ok thanks so i will wait a xposed adapted for 7.0 i can't live without youtube background playback
raptax said:
Ok thanks so i will wait a xposed adapted for 7.0 i can't live without youtube background playback
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youtube background playback is now possible without xposed but you need root and lucky patcher though.
pratyush28 said:
youtube background playback is now possible without xposed but you need root and lucky patcher though.
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How to do that? Any thread?
ram4ufriends said:
How to do that? Any thread?
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just install lucky patcher and just install the custom patch for official youtube app which is available when you long click on youtube app then select custom patch option...
I'm getting my oneplus 3t soon, just doing prep work now:
I dont need xposed, so is it ok for me to update to nougat and then twrp/root?
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aliguu said:
I'm getting my oneplus 3t soon, just doing prep work now:
I dont need xposed, so is it ok for me to update to nougat and then twrp/root?
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That is exactly what I did. I received my OnePlus 3T about a week ago. I left it completely stock and did the normal OTA update. Once the device was up to current OxygenOS and most recent Android security patch level, I unlocked the bootloader, installed TWRP 3.0.4.1, flashed SuperSU while in the initial TWRP recovery to avoid the dm-verity problem, made a backup immediately, then rebooted the system.
All is well with the world!
My only question now is this. Do I stay where I am, or am I supposed to update TWRP to 3.1.1.0? Since I haven't found concete evidence that doing so is a stable thing to do, I will stick with what I have right now. This seems to be the best scenario at this point.
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That is exactly what I did. I received my OnePlus 3T about a week ago. I left it completely stock and did the normal OTA update. Once the device was up to current OxygenOS and most recent Android security patch level, I unlocked the bootloader, installed TWRP 3.0.4.1, flashed SuperSU while in the initial TWRP recovery to avoid the dm-verity problem, made a backup immediately, then rebooted the system.
All is well with the world!
My only question now is this. Do I stay where I am, or am I supposed to update TWRP to 3.1.1.0? Since I haven't found concete evidence that doing so is a stable thing to do, I will stick with what I have right now. This seems to be the best scenario at this point.
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Use the Blu spark twrp it's the best twrp out there at the moment
Hey guys just need to double check some information
Currently using a Google Pixel with Purenexus 7.1.2 and chainfires root.
Tired of waiting for PN 8.0 so going to slflash to stock and was wondering if magisk root would be a downgrade from chainfires as I am a power user
dantexaiver said:
Hey guys just need to double check some information
Currently using a Google Pixel with Purenexus 7.1.2 and chainfires root.
Tired of waiting for PN 8.0 so going to slflash to stock and was wondering if magisk root would be a downgrade from chainfires as I am a power user
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Not a step down at all, I've only had Titanium Backup give me any type of warning about it, but gave me no problems.
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Not sure why you think it would be a "downgrade". It give you root, and that root functionality is not significantly any different from SuperSU. Plus, Magisk has a big collection of cool "systemless" modules which can be easily loaded and unloaded.
Each method has its pros and cons. Read up on both, and decide, as it's primarily a personal preference. But personally, I was a longtime SuperSU user, and was hesitant to jump on the Magisk bandwagon. But now that I have, I have yet to go back or even consider it.
The thing is, magisk provides simplicity over SuperSU. Also systemless feature give it ahead start of SuperSU
dantexaiver said:
Hey guys just need to double check some information
Currently using a Google Pixel with Purenexus 7.1.2 and chainfires root.
Tired of waiting for PN 8.0 so going to slflash to stock and was wondering if magisk root would be a downgrade from chainfires as I am a power user
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MagiskSU is based on SU original binaries so isn't a downgrade, its just that if you use Magisk, the su binary u will use will be ajusted for Magisk compatibility.
Then, Titanium Backup works with Magisk's root?
loginsvarios said:
Then, Titanium Backup works with Magisk's root?
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Yes! On my Samsung Galaxy S5 Neo it works great.
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loginsvarios said:
Then, Titanium Backup works with Magisk's root?
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Yeah, every app that I use that requires root works fine for me
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loginsvarios said:
Then, Titanium Backup works with Magisk's root?
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Of course !
An su access demand stay the same, its just that between Supersu and Magisk, the demand isn't manage in the same way.
Thanks for the info, I need to patch the boot file and see if it work