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I feel kinda screwed here, I purchase phones without contract on purpose so that I do not have locked bootloader restrictions, though i cannot with this Xperia T, It's a lovely phone and I'd prefer to not return it for this restriction.
I'd love to get my hands drity on the Xperia T' s kernel source
What would you guys recommend me?
FYI, I only rooted the phone and updated to Jelly Bean.
djpbx said:
I feel kinda screwed here, I purchase phones without contract on purpose so that I do not have locked bootloader restrictions, though i cannot with this Xperia T, It's a lovely phone and I'd prefer to not return it for this restriction.
I'd love to get my hands drity on the Xperia T' s kernel source
What would you guys recommend me?
FYI, I only rooted the phone and updated to Jelly Bean.
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Currently there is no way to unlock your botloader if it says its not allowed.
I would return it and get ask for one that can be unlocked.
gregbradley said:
Currently there is no way to unlock your botloader if it says its not allowed.
I would return it and get ask for one that can be unlocked.
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Yeah i was thinking to to trade it in if this cant be fixed, though i feel its a shame if i need to.
djpbx said:
Yeah i was thinking to to trade it in if this cant be fixed, though i feel its a shame if i need to.
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well maybe as a dev it may push you into finding a way to unlock it
Yeah, you need to change it, having a T with a locked bootloader is like having a gorgeous girlfriend who wants to be celibate
djpbx said:
I feel kinda screwed here, I purchase phones without contract on purpose so that I do not have locked bootloader restrictions, though i cannot with this Xperia T, It's a lovely phone and I'd prefer to not return it for this restriction.
I'd love to get my hands drity on the Xperia T' s kernel source
What would you guys recommend me?
FYI, I only rooted the phone and updated to Jelly Bean.
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This is probably a stupid question, as I guess you are well aware of this issue, but are you sure that the bootloader was unlockable when you purchased the phone? What I have in mind is that if you've used Goroh_kun's rooting method (or option "3" from Bin4ry's script), then the service menu incorrectly shows that bootloader unlocking is not allowed. I haven't bothered to check whether this actually does prevent the unlocking or it's simply a bug in the service menu itself, caused by the hooked library, but in any case it can be easily fixed. From what I've heard, it would be rather unusual to have an unbranded Xperia T that has the bootloader unlockable.
Edit: Ah, sorry, just noticed in your signature that my comment was also not relevant anymore, in addition to being unlikely helpful in your case.
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kerberizer said:
This is probably a stupid question, as I guess you are well aware of this issue, but are you sure that the bootloader was unlockable when you purchased the phone? What I have in mind is that if you've used Goroh_kun's rooting method (or option "3" from Bin4ry's script), then the service menu incorrectly shows that bootloader unlocking is not allowed. I haven't bothered to check whether this actually does prevent the unlocking or it's simply a bug in the service menu itself, caused by the hooked library, but in any case it can be easily fixed. From what I've heard, it would be rather unusual to have an unbranded Xperia T that has the bootloader unlockable.
Edit: Ah, sorry, just noticed in your signature that my comment was also not relevant anymore, in addition to being unlikely helpful in your case.
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Hmm, didnt root it on jb yet but this is helpful information anyways. I didnt see it around the forums yet
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djpbx said:
Hmm, didnt root it yet but this is helpful information anyways. I didnt see it around the forums yet
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This has actually been fixed in the latest version (22+) of the Bin4ry's script. If you do the rooting manually, using the Goroh_kun's method, I'd suggest that you make a copy of /data/data/com.sonyericsson.android.servicemenu/lib/libservicemenu.so, noting also the ownership (should be system:system) and permissions (most likely 644). I went so far as to restore the file's timestamp, but that seems to be unnecessary. In case you forget to do this, just take a look at Bin4ry's script and use the library he provides in the archive.
BTW, could you please tell which ROM version have you rooted successfully? I got a phone with 7.0.A.3.226 preinstalled, and neither method seems to work. There's simply no /data/local.prop for Bin4ry's original method to work (it seems to either be completely ignored if created, or at least its ownership is checked to confirm it's owned by root and not by, e.g. system), and Goroh_kun's method fails to switch the ownership of /sys/kernel/uevent_helper to system (if I understand correctly how it's supposed to work). Judging from other reports, this ROM version (and .223, perhaps) has indeed been patched against Bin4ry's method, and Goroh_kun's is likely working only on JB, so no surprise, but I really hoped I could make a full 1:1 backup of the phone.
Cheers,
Luchesar
P.S. Here's an article* that mentions the problem with the bootloader, but the solution is indeed much simpler. (Sorry, being a newbie here, I'm not allowed to post the link more conveniently. )
*) w w w .itechpost.com/articles/6550/20130314/sony-xperia-z-jelly-bean-4-1-2-root-upgrade-kit-guide-goroh-kun-leak-android-xda.htm
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kerberizer said:
BTW, could you please tell which ROM version have you rooted successfully? I got a phone with 7.0.A.3.226 preinstalled, and neither method seems to work. There's simply no /data/local.prop for Bin4ry's original method to work (it seems to either be completely ignored if created, or at least its ownership is checked to confirm it's owned by root and not by, e.g. system), and Goroh_kun's method fails to switch the ownership of /sys/kernel/uevent_helper to system (if I understand correctly how it's supposed to work). Judging from other reports, this ROM version (and .223, perhaps) has indeed been patched against Bin4ry's method, and Goroh_kun's is likely working only on JB, so no surprise, but I really hoped I could make a full 1:1 backup of the phone.
Cheers,
Luchesar
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I did a good root on ICS wit the standard method from bin4ry. Later i updated to jb but didnt Root that one yet
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djpbx said:
I did a good root on ICS wit the standard method from bin4ry. Later i updated to jb but didnt Root that one yet
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I guess it must have been an earlier version than mine. Do you by chance remember what was the exact ROM version number?
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Nop. Unfortunately not
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gregbradley said:
well maybe as a dev it may push you into finding a way to unlock it
Yeah, you need to change it, having a T with a locked bootloader is like having a gorgeous girlfriend who wants to be celibate
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I like the way you put it!
djpbx said:
Nop. Unfortunately not
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Never mind. Thanks and good luck with the new phone!
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Never mind. Thanks and good luck with the new phone!
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Thanks, hope the store sends it quickly but the mail service isnt terribly fast
With that said, the thread is closed. I got all the advices i needed and this can be a helpful resource for others.
Cheers!
All,
I am going round in circles, so hopefully someone will be able to point me in the correct direction.
I have an Xperia Z regretably updated to android version : 4.4.2 / kernel version : 3.4.0-perf-g32ce454 / Build number : 10.5.A.0.230.
I wish to root the phone so I can install Avast antivirus / theft and Titianium Pro basically so I can get rid of the dross Apps and protect my data should my phone get stolen.
All I want to do is root the phone , I do not need to install any custom roms.
I have tried Androxyde's Xperia flashing tool v0.9.16.1 which reports my phone cannot be offically unlocked (bootloader?) and also reports "part1 exploit did not work" when trying to root the phone.
Doomlord's Easy Rooting toolkit v18 gets to *start daemon*, *daemon started* and then just sits there.
So does anyone know how to simply get root access for the Xperia Z running 4.4.2 ?
Thanks
Smess
PS I did encrypt my phone and then found you cannot backup your data to your PC, fine idea epic fail.
Now factory reset to remove encryption.
SMessy said:
All,
I am going round in circles, so hopefully someone will be able to point me in the correct direction.
I have an Xperia Z regretably updated to android version : 4.4.2 / kernel version : 3.4.0-perf-g32ce454 / Build number : 10.5.A.0.230.
I wish to root the phone so I can install Avast antivirus / theft and Titianium Pro basically so I can get rid of the dross Apps and protect my data should my phone get stolen.
All I want to do is root the phone , I do not need to install any custom roms.
I have tried Androxyde's Xperia flashing tool v0.9.16.1 which reports my phone cannot be offically unlocked (bootloader?) and also reports "part1 exploit did not work" when trying to root the phone.
Doomlord's Easy Rooting toolkit v18 gets to *start daemon*, *daemon started* and then just sits there.
So does anyone know how to simply get root access for the Xperia Z running 4.4.2 ?
Thanks
Smess
PS I did encrypt my phone and then found you cannot backup your data to your PC, fine idea epic fail.
Now factory reset to remove encryption.
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Rooting does not require bootloader unlock.
Use this to root in the easiest way credits to geohot
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androidtweaker1 said:
Rooting does not require bootloader unlock.
Use ""****"" to root in the easiest way credits to geohot
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Unfortunately the file to be downloaded is blocked by my AV as it contains a Trojan.
SMessy said:
Unfortunately the file to be downloaded is blocked by my AV as it contains a Trojan.
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Well firstly, you should download towelroot from the actual source towelroot.com.
Edit - It appears there's a problem with the website's certificate at the moment, so I assume that why androidtweaker1 linked to elsewhere. ?
Edit 2 - It appears to be fixed now.
Secondly, root exploits trigger AV software because technically they use a security hole to push files to /system. Malware would use similar techniques, but there's nothing to worry about in this case. Either temporarily disable your AV or download straight to your phone.
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kingvortex said:
Well firstly, you should download towelroot from the actual source towelroot.com.
Edit - It appears there's a problem with the website's certificate at the moment, so I assume that why androidtweaker1 linked to elsewhere. ?
Edit 2 - It appears to be fixed now.
Secondly, root exploits trigger AV software because technically they use a security hole to push files to /system. Malware would use similar techniques, but there's nothing to worry about in this case. Either temporarily disable your AV or download straight to your phone.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk
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I personally prefer to download from the original source :laugh: but some issue is there on the towelroot site at the moment so I gave alternate link
Clicking the lambda on the site is still giving issues on my side
Xperia Z rooted
Many Thanks
Xperia Z rooted and Avast & Titanium installed sucessfully. Had to remove Towelroot afterwards as Avast kept complaining about it.
Donation on its way.
Steve
kingvortex said:
Well firstly, you should download towelroot from the actual source towelroot.com.
Edit - It appears there's a problem with the website's certificate at the moment, so I assume that why androidtweaker1 linked to elsewhere. ?
Edit 2 - It appears to be fixed now.
Secondly, root exploits trigger AV software because technically they use a security hole to push files to /system. Malware would use similar techniques, but there's nothing to worry about in this case. Either temporarily disable your AV or download straight to your phone.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk
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SMessy said:
Many Thanks
Xperia Z rooted and Avast & Titanium installed sucessfully. Had to remove Towelroot afterwards as Avast kept complaining about it.
Donation on its way.
Steve
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You're welcome. ?
androidtweaker1 said:
I personally prefer to download from the original source :laugh: but some issue is there on the towelroot site at the moment so I gave alternate link
Clicking the lambda on the site is still giving issues on my side
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Yes, I acknowledged that there was a problem with the site at the time. ?
In Chrome, long pressing the lambda and selecting "Save link" worked for me.
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Hi all.
I had my Z1s rooted and decided to do the upgrade to Kit Kat. Download went well but on reboot it went into Recovery. I chose reboot system which started the phone but made me loose root while not upgrading me.
I downloaded Kit Kat again with the same thing going on and it happened a 3rd time. Upon opening my screen after every attempt I have the error message that the update could not install and that I need to try again.
Not sure what to do now as I have an unrooted 4.3 phone now that is not allowing the update.
Any help will be appreciated.
Thanks,
Doc
Please post questions and enquiries in the Q&A (Troubleshooting) section.
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Sorry about that
OTA update?
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Yes, I tried doing it OTA instead of computer.
Also, I have noticed that I have the "fail notice" stuck in notice bar even on reboot.
Doc
OTA update will not work if you are rooted and/or have custom recovery.
You can only use pc
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Didn't know that. Will do.
Should I re root first or root after update? I have SuperSu Pro which should allow me to keep root on upgrade.
Thanks
Doc
DocEsq said:
Hi all.
I had my Z1s rooted and decided to do the upgrade to Kit Kat. Download went well but on reboot it went into Recovery. I chose reboot system which started the phone but made me loose root while not upgrading me.
I downloaded Kit Kat again with the same thing going on and it happened a 3rd time. Upon opening my screen after every attempt I have the error message that the update could not install and that I need to try again.
Not sure what to do now as I have an unrooted 4.3 phone now that is not allowing the update.
Any help will be appreciated.
Thanks,
Doc
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How did you get root on that phone at all? I have z1s C6916 and I can't achieve root if my life depended on it.
What root exploit did you use?
Thanks in advance.
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I used the Jcase method posted here in the forum. The main thing is to make sure USB debugging is turned on.
DocEsq said:
I used the Jcase method posted here in the forum. The main thing is to make sure USB debugging is turned on.
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USB Debugging was on. Just wondering also, do you have the Xperia z1s C6916 version? Maybe you have a different version and that's why you were able to achieve root and I am not.
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I have the C6916 which T-Mobile sells. Don't know why the method doesn't work for you.
About root, I don't know will root will still remain after update (probably not)
And also don't know if newest one is rootable.
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From what I have read root can remain using SuperSu Pro. There is also a method of rooting after the update listed here in the forums.
Q&A for [ROOT][64-Bit] Root for Non US HTC Desire 510
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Before posting, please use the forum search and read through the discussion thread for [ROOT][64-Bit] Root for Non US HTC Desire 510. If you can't find an answer, post it here, being sure to give as much information as possible (firmware version, steps to reproduce, logcat if available) so that you can get help.
Thanks for understanding and for helping to keep XDA neat and tidy!
how to root?
can you please elaborate the process?
install with fastboot
upon booting you will be rooted
removed
Thanks
Really thanks for your job !
I have run the command "fastboot flash boot 510.img" and it succeeded
then what should I do ?
I press the recovery ,but it restarted as usual.
could you tell me the specific steps.
Please ...
and do l need" UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.16" this file?
zouxuekang said:
I have run the command "fastboot flash boot 510.img" and it succeeded
then what should I do ?
I press the recovery ,but it restarted as usual.
could you tell me the specific steps.
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and do l need" UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.16" this file?
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You CANNOT use SuperSU as of yet. Use this app
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...ruser&pcampaignid=APPU_Gwa3VNO7EIGnggS9woK4AQ
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it still doesn't work
rbheromax said:
You CANNOT use SuperSU as of yet.
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False. I have been using SuperSU to gain root access for apps that require it. It just fails to update the SU binary (which isn't essential, since it is only a newer version of it).
rbheromax said:
Use this app https://play.google.com/store/apps/...ruser&pcampaignid=APPU_Gwa3VNO7EIGnggS9woK4AQ
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This doesn't get any further, since it requires a custom recovery to install the new binaries. Stick with SuperSU... after a couple reboots it should successfully be granting root access to applications, but will just continue to peskier about updating the binary (which is NOT necessary at the moment).
VigiDroid said:
False. I have been using SuperSU to gain root access for apps that require it. It just fails to update the SU binary (which isn't essential, since it is only a newer version of it).
This doesn't get any further, since it requires a custom recovery to install the new binaries. Stick with SuperSU... after a couple reboots it should successfully be granting root access to applications, but will just continue to peskier about updating the binary (which is NOT necessary at the moment).
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excuse me. After flashing the img ,what should i do ?just reboot to install supersu?
zouxuekang said:
excuse me. After flashing the img ,what should i do ?just reboot to install supersu?
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Download SuperSU from the play store... It will be able to give other apps root access
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Htc desire 510 root
I saw your post on how to root htc 510 desire. I love it but my problem is that i don't understand it. Please i would appreciate if you break it down. Thanks
paciioti5 said:
I saw your post on how to root htc 510 desire. I love it but my problem is that i don't understand it. Please i would appreciate if you break it down. Thanks
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/desire-510/general/guide-how-to-unlock-install-recovery-t2988292
Two steps: follow Unlocking the bootloader and Getting Rooted (64bit).
Updates after root
Hi.
I have been using this root method for a while on Australian 510 and its working superbly, many thanks! Of late though, I am frequently being bugged by a recurring notification that there is an update for the phone available, to version 1.50.841.2. I have tried installing the update several times but it always fails. Does anyone know a work around? As an aside, after unlocking the bootloader I got a message that there was an updated HTC Service Pack available but my phone was detected as being modified so the install was not available and I wouldn't get any further notification of updates. What are these service packs? Do they effect system functionality or are they only updates to HTC apps? Is it possible to still install these somehow?
Cheers.
HTC Desire 510eaa
Добрый вечер помогите восстановить прошивку boot.img
strange update
I to came across that myself and it didn't do anything either. if you do find out about it please update me if you could..i took note of your screen name here and if I come across the answer i'll let you know asap.
QUOTE=cedwich;59691642]Hi.
I have been using this root method for a while on Australian 510 and its working superbly, many thanks! Of late though, I am frequently being bugged by a recurring notification that there is an update for the phone available, to version 1.50.841.2. I have tried installing the update several times but it always fails. Does anyone know a work around? As an aside, after unlocking the bootloader I got a message that there was an updated HTC Service Pack available but my phone was detected as being modified so the install was not available and I wouldn't get any further notification of updates. What are these service packs? Do they effect system functionality or are they only updates to HTC apps? Is it possible to still install these somehow?
Cheers.[/QUOTE]
i keep getting C:\adb>fastboot flash boot HTC-Desire-510-64bit-Root.img
error: cannot load 'HTC-Desire-510-64bit-Root.img'
if i fastboot devices the phone is showing so drivers are ok ?
Hey so do you think the blu advance 5.0 hd will be compatible with the work being done on the R1 hd? I would really like to jump on this hype train with my similar but slightly less powerful phone.
I am hoping that I will be able to install a custom rom like R1 users. I also want to root my phone to disable google services in the meantime.
xda123455 said:
Hey so do you think the blu advance 5.0 hd will be compatible with the work being done on the R1 hd? I would really like to jump on this hype train with my similar but slightly less powerful phone.
I am hoping that I will be able to install a custom rom like R1 users. I also want to root my phone to disable google services in the meantime.
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That phone is based on the 6580 SoC, the R1 uses a 6735. There is a site that lists some roms for blu products that may help, I don't know how reliable they are, I have never used them, but if you want to check it out...
http://www.blu-dev.com
kal250 said:
That phone is based on the 6580 SoC, the R1 uses a 6735. There is a site that lists some roms for blu products that may help, I don't know how reliable they are, I have never used them, but if you want to check it out...
http://www.blu-dev.com
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Thanks I checked out the site and it seems like there is no blue advance 5.0 roms and no forum activity =/
xda123455 said:
Thanks I checked out the site and it seems like there is no blue advance 5.0 roms and no forum activity =/
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If your wanting to root it, I'm hearing Kingroot is working, never used it though, so I can't say if it works or if it's safe??
kal250 said:
If your wanting to root it, I'm hearing Kingroot is working, never used it though, so I can't say if it works or if it's safe??
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I've tried Kingroot, Kingo Root and Frama root. All with no luck.
devanttrio said:
I've tried Kingroot, Kingo Root and Frama root. All with no luck.
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Did you use the desktop versions? Those have higher success rates. I tried rooting an HTC that way and it worked flawlessly even when the apk didn't.
Autolounge said:
Did you use the desktop versions? Those have higher success rates. I tried rooting an HTC that way and it worked flawlessly even when the apk didn't.
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I did.
I also tried the apps, of the ones that have apps.
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I did.
I also tried the apps, of the ones that have apps.
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You're going to have to do it manually.
no go on kingo
I'm in the same boat. I've got 20 of these BLU Advance 5.0 HD devices and I need to root them to gain access to the VirtualSensor app to emulate a gyroscope. I've tried Kingo and Mobogenie (barf-boo-hisssss). I'm wondering if kingo isn't working on these since they have Marshmallow. I read somewhere they originally shipped with Lollipop.
Did you get anywhere Devanttrio??
trc117 said:
I'm in the same boat. I've got 20 of these BLU Advance 5.0 HD devices and I need to root them to gain access to the VirtualSensor app to emulate a gyroscope. I've tried Kingo and Mobogenie (barf-boo-hisssss). I'm wondering if kingo isn't working on these since they have Marshmallow. I read somewhere they originally shipped with Lollipop.
Did you get anywhere Devanttrio??
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consider yourself blessed my friend, i'd like to root mine just to get marshmallow.... i have lollipop and checked for updates and says i'm up to date, i can only install 1 app at a time because there is no room on the internal storage, i have to move every app to sd card and then clean cache for each and every app i want.. never recommending blu to anyone
trc117 said:
I'm in the same boat. I've got 20 of these BLU Advance 5.0 HD devices and I need to root them to gain access to the VirtualSensor app to emulate a gyroscope. I've tried Kingo and Mobogenie (barf-boo-hisssss). I'm wondering if kingo isn't working on these since they have Marshmallow. I read somewhere they originally shipped with Lollipop.
Did you get anywhere Devanttrio??
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I was able to root mine successfully the long way.... had to obtain a dump of the boot.img / recovery.img using software that I'm not sure of the policy of discussion on here at XDA - compile TWRP - unlock bootloader - fastboot boot the compiled recovery - flash SuperSU to get patched boot.img (kitchen was being dumb and systemless root didn't want to work) - Flash SuperSU in system mode - Convert SuperSU.apk to system app so it doesn't get removed every reboot. I can post my compiled TWRP when I'm back at my office or grab it from my repository that I'm trying to establish - https://bluroms.info . Sorry for the design mess / lack of much there at moment haven't had much free time lately in process of cleaning up the device kernel sources to build from source... its sort of ... messy in there...... can post on github if anyone wants in
zjr8 said:
I was able to root mine successfully the long way.... had to obtain a dump of the boot.img / recovery.img using software that I'm not sure of the policy of discussion on here at XDA - compile TWRP - unlock bootloader - fastboot boot the compiled recovery - flash SuperSU to get patched boot.img (kitchen was being dumb and systemless root didn't want to work) - Flash SuperSU in system mode - Convert SuperSU.apk to system app so it doesn't get removed every reboot. I can post my compiled TWRP when I'm back at my office or grab it from my repository that I'm trying to establish - https://bluroms.info . Sorry for the design mess / lack of much there at moment haven't had much free time lately in process of cleaning up the device kernel sources to build from source... its sort of ... messy in there...... can post on github if anyone wants in
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I've been trying to root a Blu Advance 5.0 HD for a while now and stumbled on this post. I visited your site but am not sure what a 'Scatter File' is, or in what order I need to do things in order to get root.
If you could provide a little more detailed info that would be very much appreciated.
Thanks!
rAy
EDIT: Sorry, to clarify I tried all of the other PC and APK rooting solutions but was able to unlock the bootloader using ADB. I guess I'm just looking for the proper way to root and add TWRP. Thanks!
ray2jerry said:
I've been trying to root a Blu Advance 5.0 HD for a while now and stumbled on this post. I visited your site but am not sure what a 'Scatter File' is, or in what order I need to do things in order to get root.
If you could provide a little more detailed info that would be very much appreciated.
Thanks!
rAy
EDIT: Sorry, to clarify I tried all of the other PC and APK rooting solutions but was able to unlock the bootloader using ADB. I guess I'm just looking for the proper way to root and add TWRP. Thanks!
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I found a option in developer settings that is "Enable OEM unlocking" and it makes it so you can unlock the bootloader from fastboot, if you do adb reboot-bootloader and then fastboot unlock it should undo the bootloader for you
zjr8 said:
I was able to root mine successfully the long way.... had to obtain a dump of the boot.img / recovery.img using software that I'm not sure of the policy of discussion on here at XDA - compile TWRP - unlock bootloader - fastboot boot the compiled recovery - flash SuperSU to get patched boot.img (kitchen was being dumb and systemless root didn't want to work) - Flash SuperSU in system mode - Convert SuperSU.apk to system app so it doesn't get removed every reboot. I can post my compiled TWRP when I'm back at my office or grab it from my repository that I'm trying to establish - Sorry for the design mess / lack of much there at moment haven't had much free time lately in process of cleaning up the device kernel sources to build from source... its sort of ... messy in there...... can post on github if anyone wants in
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Like the others said, I would really appreciate if you could give an explanation or tutorial on how to use these files that you uploaded to root the phone. I'm willing to donate some money if required. I only know basic technical stuff haha.
CreativiTimothy said:
Like the others said, I would really appreciate if you could give an explanation or tutorial on how to use these files that you uploaded to root the phone. I'm willing to donate some money if required. I only know basic technical stuff haha.
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I too am trying to root this device, and am unclear on a few of the steps here. I actually found your site with the recovery and boot images independently, really appreciated! I am at the point where I just need to patch the boot image, though I am not sure how to do this. If you could help me out with this step I might be able to put together some sort of list of steps to get through the whole process if you don't have the time.
Any help would be appreciated, thanks!