Title says all, sick of the battery drain from lollipop, will this downgrade work?
Only if you are rooted.
Sgt.CM said:
Only if you are rooted.
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Correct, i am on the G900A_OF3_Stock_Rooted_Deodexed_ROM
and i'll be using the G900A_Downgrade_to_NCE file.
So all should work fine?
Thanks
i am rooted can someone PLEASE tell me that it's okay to downgrade to a clean install of kitkat from 5.0 lollipop with oa1 bootloader???
JBriZzeL said:
i am rooted can someone PLEASE tell me that it's okay to downgrade to a clean install of kitkat from 5.0 lollipop with oa1 bootloader???
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Yes, if you are rooted then that file will work. I have used it many times. The only thing to keep in mind is the lag you may start experiencing. There is a thread since where on here that talks about how to fix the lag after the downgrade but i can't find it. If i do i'll post it for you.
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Yes, if you are rooted then that file will work. I have used it many times. The only thing to keep in mind is the lag you may start experiencing. There is a thread since where on here that talks about how to fix the lag after the downgrade but i can't find it. If i do i'll post it for you.
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thanks so much for replying i thought this section was dead..
Can i just downgrade the bootloader back so i can avoid the lag and issues all together? because it's laggy and when i try to wake the phone back up it will just still be a black screen and i have to pull the battery out to fix it frequently and it's ever since this oa1 boot loader i installed.
JBriZzeL said:
thanks so much for replying i thought this section was dead..
Can i just downgrade the bootloader back so i can avoid the lag and issues all together? because it's laggy and when i try to wake the phone back up it will just still be a black screen and i have to pull the battery out to fix it frequently and it's ever since this oa1 boot loader i installed.
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I only have used the downgrade file i haven't used the other one to remove the lag. Did you follow the thread i posted to you in the vision X thread that explains how to do everything.
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I only have used the downgrade file i haven't used the other one to remove the lag. Did you follow the thread i posted to you in the vision X thread that explains how to do everything.
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i have not yet but i will copy/paste what you said in here in case someone else has the same issues and needs help in this thread.. thx a lot and i will post back results.
Ever try "Odining" back?
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I followed the method to root my phone per http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2713954 but I am trying to install the latest update from Verizon. I am getting an error code when trying to update, 0x111708, anyone come across this and any solutions to fix it so I can update?
Thanks in advance!
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I followed the method to root my phone per http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2713954 but I am trying to install the latest update from Verizon. I am getting an error code when trying to update, 0x111708, anyone come across this and any solutions to fix it so I can update?
Thanks in advance!
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What ROM are you on or where you on?
MicroMod777 said:
What ROM are you on or where you on?
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No ROM and haven't put one, just rooted.
I'm rooted via Stump Root after taking 26A and I'm unclear which version of Freedom I can use to get custom recovery installed and not get a brick in the process.. guidance would be appreciated.
Stbrightman said:
I'm rooted via Stump Root after taking 26A and I'm unclear which version of Freedom I can use to get custom recovery installed and not get a brick in the process.. guidance would be appreciated.
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Use the "KitKat 24A ota freedom zip". Just check the md5, and run that bad-boy!
njstein said:
Use the "KitKat 24A ota freedom zip". Just check the md5, and run that bad-boy!
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Thx, yeah ended up just going for it and it worked perfectly. Niiiiiiiice.
Does autorec not work?
staticx57 said:
Does autorec not work?
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Who you replying too?
Anyone have any further suggestions? I am being prompted to update every day now.
SirCheese said:
Anyone have any further suggestions? I am being prompted to update every day now.
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Don't know the entire situation, but if you have a custom recovery, then need to revert to stock. If stock recovery and just root, then update, root should be held over update. After update, then install custom recovery.
njstein said:
Don't know the entire situation, but if you have a custom recovery, then need to revert to stock. If stock recovery and just root, then update, root should be held over update. After update, then install custom recovery.
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It is stock, all I did was root to remove Verizon bloat.
SirCheese said:
It is stock, all I did was root to remove Verizon bloat.
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If it's the update to go from 24a to 26a, then do the update. Root should persist (it has for me, I've done it twice now). I haven't seen anything in the way of performance improvement, but the persistent "update now" pop-up is annoying.
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If it's the update to go from 24a to 26a, then do the update. Root should persist (it has for me, I've done it twice now). I haven't seen anything in the way of performance improvement, but the persistent "update now" pop-up is annoying.
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That' the problem, I can't do the update, I get an error 0X1117008. And everything I had read so far, hasn't been helpful, and I really don't want to tell Verizon I rooted it. I am sure they will shoo me away.
SirCheese said:
That' the problem, I can't do the update, I get an error 0X1117008. And everything I had read so far, hasn't been helpful, and I really don't want to tell Verizon I rooted it. I am sure they will shoo me away.
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Ahh, gotcha. So, have you tried to kdz back to 24A, disable myverizon app, root with ioroot25, then taking ota?
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Ahh, gotcha. So, have you tried to kdz back to 24A, disable myverizon app, root with ioroot25, then taking ota?
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I haven't :silly:
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I haven't :silly:
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Try that. Something isn't right and I'm betting starting over will fix it (hopefully).
I was trying to use this method for safestrap the how to root the new 4.4.4 update i amd still on 4.2.2 but i installed the rom and i flashed the wrong kernel now my phone is boot looping and wont go anywhere. What can i do.
[How-To] Root G900AUCU2AOA1 4.4.4 (2/3/2015) that is the method i used. I was one i believe on NG3 and is there a way to odin back to stock rom because i can put it in download mode.
willyyumm27 said:
I was trying to use this method for safestrap the how to root the new 4.4.4 update i amd still on 4.2.2 but i installed the rom and i flashed the wrong kernel now my phone is boot looping and wont go anywhere. What can i do.
[How-To] Root G900AUCU2AOA1 4.4.4 (2/3/2015) that is the method i used. I was one i believe on NG3 and is there a way to odin back to stock rom because i can put it in download mode.
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Odin back to stock NCE then repeat the process to update and root using @muniz_ri thread its super easy actually.
Don't worry you're not bricked.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3021120
Thank you so much! I also had another question can you downgrade back to nce if you are on 4.4.4? Using the same method as before ?
willyyumm27 said:
Thank you so much! I also had another question can you downgrade back to nce if you are on 4.4.4? Using the same method as before ?
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Yep I just did last night messing around
Thank you for the help!
I did this same thing. But when I tried to flash back to stock it stays bootlooping.
Ndvorak said:
I did this same thing. But when I tried to flash back to stock it stays bootlooping.
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What exactly did you do please provide more information
OPOfreak said:
What exactly did you do please provide more information
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I did this.
http://http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/help/messed-t3023635
Ndvorak said:
I did this.
http://http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/help/messed-t3023635
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Very easy go back and reread the OP and follow each step exactly you've obviously missed a step.
Take your time its easy to miss something if your frustrated.
As long as you get into download you'll be fine and can get it fixed.
Hello! Long story short I was on 5.0 rooted and like a COMPLETE idiot I tried installing TWRP. Basically it broke my phone, so I went to 4.4.2 and tried going up from there. For whatever reason it won't let me do the OTA, so I was looking for the 4.4.4 Stock firmware for my G900A but no matter where I search, here or on Google, I can't seem to find it :/ Could anyone lend a hand? Thanks!
Ryan6700 said:
Hello! Long story short I was on 5.0 rooted and like a COMPLETE idiot I tried installing TWRP. Basically it broke my phone, so I went to 4.4.2 and tried going up from there. For whatever reason it won't let me do the OTA, so I was looking for the 4.4.4 Stock firmware for my G900A but no matter where I search, here or on Google, I can't seem to find it :/ Could anyone lend a hand? Thanks!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3076803
Use the downgrade firmware in this thread ( step 5 in the notes section of the OP ) after using that firmware you will be able to OTA. Just be careful not to ota to 5.0 or you won't be able to root. Flash the firmware in AP slot in odin 3.09
dirtydodge said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3076803
Use the downgrade firmware in this thread ( step 5 in the notes section of the OP ) after using that firmware you will be able to OTA. Just be careful not to ota to 5.0 or you won't be able to root. Flash the firmware in AP slot in odin 3.09
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Thank you! Now something else I was wondering... Isn't 5.0 like 400 something MB? The OTA that I was trying to get *but failed at getting before you sent me the link to the one in that post* was only around 160MB. Is that the 4.4.4 update?
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Thank you! Now something else I was wondering... Isn't 5.0 like 400 something MB? The OTA that I was trying to get *but failed at getting before you sent me the link to the one in that post* was only around 160MB. Is that the 4.4.4 update?
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I'm not sure. Personally I'd get back to 4.4.2, root then go back to 5.0 using the thread i posted to you then flash
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3095987
Support is low for the 4.4.x since everyone has moved onto 5.0. Plus no one is working on them roms anymore. The TMS5 is a good rom and the dev is still actively working on improving and adding more to it. Plus in the OP of his thread he has instructions for using safestrap on 5.0.
Sorry i can't help out on the 4.4.4 i was never on it. I never take OTA's.
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I'm not sure. Personally I'd get back to 4.4.2, root then go back to 5.0 using the thread i posted to you then flash
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3095987
Support is low for the 4.4.x since everyone has moved onto 5.0. Plus no one is working on them roms anymore. The TMS5 is a good rom and the dev is still actively working on improving and adding more to it. Plus in the OP of his thread he has instructions for using safestrap on 5.0.
Sorry i can't help out on the 4.4.4 i was never on it. I never take OTA's.
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Now I'm having trouble with root... I flashed that version of 4.4.2 but when I do Towelroot v3 it says "This phone isn't currently supported"
EDIT: Never mind! Figured it out! I think I may have it now lol.
Ryan6700 said:
Now I'm having trouble with root... I flashed that version of 4.4.2 but when I do Towelroot v3 it says "This phone isn't currently supported"
EDIT: Never mind! Figured it out! I think I may have it now lol.
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Lol ok.
Here it is:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/orig-development/root-tmo-vzw-intl-variants-soon-root-lg-t3164765
Also, if you get bricked, pm one of those devs and I'm pretty sure they can help you.
Anybody tried different kernel settings and found better performance or battery life? Let's discuss why you wanted root so badly.
Don't forget to press thanks if I helped you with anything!
Looks like the current carrier updates can still be applied and this root method works. I haven't taken ZV5 yet but wouldn't mind seeing if it helps the touch screen of we can still get root. Of course, we will need root for Sprint first.
tourbound129 said:
Looks like the current carrier updates can still be applied and this root method works. I haven't taken ZV5 yet but wouldn't mind seeing if it helps the touch screen of we can still get root. Of course, we will need root for Sprint first.
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yeah zv5 makes battery life a hell of a lot better and touchscreen is better
iiEatTurdz said:
yeah zv5 makes battery life a hell of a lot better and touchscreen is better
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One thing I can't complain about is battery life. Mine is so good I'm almost afraid to update anything that might effect it lol.
The notification for ZV5 has been sitting in my notification bar for weeks.
ZV5 does improve a lot. We will have to have 2 system dumps tho? Zv5 and zv4. 2 different root versions?
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ZV5 does improve a lot. We will have to have 2 system dumps tho? Zv5 and zv4. 2 different root versions?
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yeah as long as people send both. I'm going to try to send zv5 when i get off of work today
iiEatTurdz said:
yeah as long as people send both. I'm going to try to send zv5 when i get off of work today
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Root is now posted for ZV5. Looks like I'll do the OTA after all.
Rooted! can't wait to get rid of all the bloatware.
tourbound129 said:
Root is now posted for ZV5. Looks like I'll do the OTA after all.
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awesomeee
I am hesitant to root without having a KDZ to restore with if any problems come up.
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I am hesitant to root without having a KDZ to restore with if any problems come up.
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I am pretty sure there's one somewhere. I am trying to see if I can find you a link.
Where exactly is the root method posted?
Sent from my LGLS991 using Tapatalk
blz_phnx said:
Where exactly is the root method posted?
Sent from my LGLS991 using Tapatalk
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Here -- http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/orig-development/root-tmo-vzw-intl-variants-soon-root-lg-t3164765
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I am pretty sure there's one somewhere. I am trying to see if I can find you a link.
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If you find it, you'll be a hero. Mine's soft bricked until one pops up.
pcrhckyman said:
If you find it, you'll be a hero. Mine's soft bricked until one pops up.
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Have you looked at this thread? I believe LS991 is the Sprint version (please double check before you flash anything) -- http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/stock-complete-kdz-list-t3147406
Good luck!
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Have you looked at this thread? I believe LS991 is the Sprint version (please double check before you flash anything) -- http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/development/stock-complete-kdz-list-t3147406
Good luck!
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It says no KDZ or TOT yet. So either wait, or take one for the team.
I rooted with absolutely no problems. It won't be a problem if you follow directions
I rooted with no problems
smooth703 said:
I rooted with no problems
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me too
Just FYI, it sounds like this method disables exFAT support so your SD card may not be readable by the phone until you reformat it.
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Just FYI, it sounds like this method disables exFAT support so your SD card may not be readable by the phone until you reformat it.
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Mine read with no issues at all
I've already tried to wipe and factory reset everything. it didn't work. I'm currently running non rooted stock 5.0.1 and I'm just trying to find the md5 file to flash on odin. if someone could help me out that would be awesome. I'm getting really annoyed with this phone tonight.
There isn't one. You need to flash NE3 and then update to 5.0.1.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s4-active/general/galaxy-s4-active-firmware-guide-t2892445
Thanks so much! that worked. phone is up and running again! Whew! :victory:
Do I need to put a specific 5.0.1 upgrade on here? or are any of them fine? Sorry for the dumb questions. I don't do this often.
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Do I need to put a specific 5.0.1 upgrade on here? or are any of them fine? Sorry for the dumb questions. I don't do this often.
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Any of them are fine, your best bet would be to install the most recent one since that one presumably has the most bug fixes.
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Any of them are fine, your best bet would be to install the most recent one since that one presumably has the most bug fixes.
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So, you helped me out last month. and now my phone is stuck in the att bootloop again. and I don't know what to do last time I was on non rooted 5.0.1 and you helped me out. this time, I'm on a rooted 5.0.1 rom. and I'm stuck again in the att bootloop. Don't really know what to do from here?? please help! Thanks so much!!!!
Use the same link I sent you previously. Rooted or not, you're going to have to do the same thing.