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are there any dev's stilll working on unlocking the bootloader

Im just wondering because I have not seen or heard anything in a while.

note crazy said:
Im just wondering because I have not seen or heard anything in a while.
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May be there is no point any more to do this. Samsung will issue a new update with a patched bootloader and the custom one won't work again. I read on "General Note 3" forum even "towelroot" doesn't work after official update to 4.4.3.

jondoe27 said:
May be there is no point any more to do this. Samsung will issue a new update with a patched bootloader and the custom one won't work again. I read on "General Note 3" forum even "towelroot" doesn't work after official update to 4.4.3.
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Yes true but if you do not take the update you will be fine I would think most people that have got root will not give it up without a fight I feel as if there is a point to unlock the bootloader because its not there phone its are phone and I want to do whatever I want with a phone I bought I froze the ota updater with titanium back up i will no long allow att to tell me what I can do with my phone . They cant patch something I dont allow and thats that

Thinking about lollipop upgrade

im pretty happy with kk, but i do want to be on 5.0, so i just wanted to make a few thing clear first.
1. if anything goes wrong with flashing a captured ota, how to restore my kk as it is now? will simply restoring a twrp backup do the trick on any stock rom?
2. where can i find the stock rom? the motorola site links arent working for me.
3. the quicksettings panel. is there a way/mod/app/ that will let me pull down quicksettings with one swipe like on cm and with gravitybox?
4.i really like to be able to customize the quicksettings, is that possible?
5. are there any bugs that seriously affect most users?
i am planning to root immediately so root only mods are fine.
im on a rooted unlocked bootloader xt1063,
thanks for your time,!

1. Just flash the stock ROM via fastboot.
2. I guess are some links on the Development section.
3. in 5.0, unfortunately not.
4. I guess no :/
5. Only a bootloop that happens with the newest versions of SuperSU (the only versions that works with 5.0), no major bugs..
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thanks for your fast response
is there a fix for said bootloop yet? can you show me a link?

Kobro said:
thanks for your fast response
is there a fix for said bootloop yet? can you show me a link?
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When I ran into that problem I just hard reset (hold power button until it reboots) then let it run the course. After another reboot it came up to the lock screen and all was well. I have not had any issues since.
That said, I suspect if I had just left it for a few minutes without the hard reset it would have been fine. My tendency (as is the case with most people in these forums) is to be impatient, and jump the gun before things are completed.
The first reboot after installing Lollipop takes a while so don't get impatient.
I am using an XT1063.

pastorbob62 said:
When I ran into that problem I just hard reset (hold power button until it reboots) then let it run the course. After another reboot it came up to the lock screen and all was well. I have not had any issues since.
That said, I suspect if I had just left it for a few minutes without the hard reset it would have been fine. My tendency (as is the case with most people in these forums) is to be impatient, and jump the gun before things are completed.
The first reboot after installing Lollipop takes a while so don't get impatient.
I am using an XT1063.
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lol im no noob to flashing roms and updates, i am new to lollipop
thanks so much for your info, it is very helpful.

Kobro said:
lol im no noob to flashing roms and updates, i am new to lollipop
thanks so much for your info, it is very helpful.
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I wasn't implying you were a noob, just sharing my experience with you since you asked the question. Every device has its own quirks and idiosyncrasies. And I have seen posts from people with apparent considerable experience that displays much impatience.

Kobro said:
3. the quicksettings panel. is there a way/mod/app/ that will let me pull down quicksettings with one swipe like on cm and with gravitybox?
4.i really like to be able to customize the quicksettings, is that possible?
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Try pulling down with two fingers instead of one- I've heard that this is the shortcut for the quick settings. (I don't have a device w/ 5 to try.) I think Google has also made the tiles in the quick settings dynamic and "smart" based on what you use most often. I tend to prefer having a static view and knowing exactly which ones are present (and in the same place!), but I won't know until I actually use it more.
I have the US GSM variant (XT1064) which came preloaded with 21.11.23. The OTA I've found only applies to 21.11.17 (the original release), and I've not had any luck downgrading. Good luck in your Lollipop quest!

Flash custom rom and enjoy lollipop

pastorbob62 said:
I wasn't implying you were a noob, just sharing my experience with you since you asked the question. Every device has its own quirks and idiosyncrasies. And I have seen posts from people with apparent considerable experience that displays much impatience.
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your right for stating everything clearly, my bad

anomalyconcept said:
Try pulling down with two fingers instead of one- I've heard that this is the shortcut for the quick settings. (I don't have a device w/ 5 to try.) I think Google has also made the tiles in the quick settings dynamic and "smart" based on what you use most often. I tend to prefer having a static view and knowing exactly which ones are present (and in the same place!), but I won't know until I actually use it more.
I have the US GSM variant (XT1064) which came preloaded with 21.11.23. The OTA I've found only applies to 21.11.17 (the original release), and I've not had any luck downgrading. Good luck in your Lollipop quest!
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yes that works, and has been since 4.3, on my custom rom devices it just is not so comfortable on a 5" device i was thinking more of something like pull down from right.

these responses motorola about the model xt1068
Catherine: Hi, my name is Catherine. How may I help you?
ENRICO: good morning
are to hold model xt1068, I wanted to know when will the update to Android 5
Catherine: Hi, at the moment we do not have a release date for Lollipop in Europe. It is currently going through testing before release but we are working hard to get it out as soon as possible. You can find the latest information at http://www.motorola.com/updates
ENRICO: thanks
Catherine: No problem, is there anything else that I can help you with?
ENRICO: no thanks
Catherine: Ok, have a nice day!
ENRICO:

pastorbob62 said:
When I ran into that problem I just hard reset (hold power button until it reboots) then let it run the course. After another reboot it came up to the lock screen and all was well. I have not had any issues since.
That said, I suspect if I had just left it for a few minutes without the hard reset it would have been fine. My tendency (as is the case with most people in these forums) is to be impatient, and jump the gun before things are completed.
The first reboot after installing Lollipop takes a while so don't get impatient.
I am using an XT1063.
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just wanted to let you know, i have successfully flashed lollipop, rooted with twrp, run into the bootloop, found a solution in the general forum, (wipe cache and dalvik) and voila rooted 5.0
thanks for all your input.

Kobro said:
just wanted to let you know, i have successfully flashed lollipop, rooted with twrp, run into the bootloop, found a solution in the general forum, (wipe cache and dalvik) and voila rooted 5.0
thanks for all your input.
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Don't need it now, but good to know should I have to reflash in the future. Thanks for the info. :good:

[Q] Help getting lollipop update for Tmobile Note 4

I have unlocked my Note 4 because I run a couple apps that need root access....but I dont change roms because I happen to like touchwiz..but since ive unlocked it I cant get the OTA update for lollipop give me some damn message about unauthorized modification of the system so use Keis..but then Keis doesnt indicate there is an update to be had. Does anyone know how I can go about getting the OTA update for the Note 4 installed? Do I have to do a factory reset and lose all my crap? cant I sideload the update? Anyway have any ideas?

Bastyon said:
I have unlocked my Note 4 because I run a couple apps that need root access....but I dont change roms because I happen to like touchwiz..but since ive unlocked it I cant get the OTA update for lollipop give me some damn message about unauthorized modification of the system so use Keis..but then Keis doesnt indicate there is an update to be had. Does anyone know how I can go about getting the OTA update for the Note 4 installed? Do I have to do a factory reset and lose all my crap? cant I sideload the update? Anyway have any ideas?
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I know ur new so I will just start by saying the search feature is your friend. Also Google and you tube. They have a very helpful thread on here for new folk that she took time and a lot of effort to keep up with.
BAD ASS NOTE 4 & GEAR S

Bastyon said:
I have unlocked my Note 4 because I run a couple apps that need root access....but I dont change roms because I happen to like touchwiz..but since ive unlocked it I cant get the OTA update for lollipop give me some damn message about unauthorized modification of the system so use Keis..but then Keis doesnt indicate there is an update to be had. Does anyone know how I can go about getting the OTA update for the Note 4 installed? Do I have to do a factory reset and lose all my crap? cant I sideload the update? Anyway have any ideas?
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The update isn't in t-mobile hands yet it's still in "manufacturer development" we wont get it until t-mobile pimp smacks it with bloat and "tests- makes sure the bloat works"

Dvanzutphenkann said:
The update isn't in t-mobile hands yet it's still in "manufacturer development" we wont get it until t-mobile pimp smacks it with bloat and "tests- makes sure the bloat works"
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Thanks for the info. Much appreciated.

BACARDILIMON said:
I know ur new so I will just start by saying the search feature is your friend. Also Google and you tube. They have a very helpful thread on here for new folk that she took time and a lot of effort to keep up with.
BAD ASS NOTE 4 & GEAR S
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Bacardi that was mighty decent of you. To bad you wasted a PERFECTLY GOOD OPPORTUNITY for a famous XDA cyber welcome wedgy... Smh what is this world coming to...

AT&T Software update as of 7/9/15 - 146.75MB

Not sure what this is yet. Non rooted, stock image.
5.1.1?? Will report back...

Not 5.1.1
No idea as they haven't posted changelog, but hopefully a fix for MicroCell issues everyone is experiencing.
Let us know if you see any changes.

Update downloaded.
Real upgrade from OE2 to OF3. Thats all it says.

@Globalrebel where are you looking for change logs?
Update just finished. Yeah Android version is still 5.0.2. Baseband G925AUCU2AOF3 now.

Getting it now.

http://www.att.com/esupport/softwar...are&siteId=JAF5WzpxbKM-uxPru.0S4qk9EABb6wNW3Q
Change Log

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http://www.att.com/esupport/softwar...support/sharedSegments/supportViewService.jsp
Change Log
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Session timed out. Please use the back button, reload and try again.

That build date of june 18th piss anyone else off lol

veener79 said:
Session timed out. Please use the back button, reload and try again.
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Should be fix now

msfguard said:
That build date of june 18th piss anyone else off lol
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You mean since 5.1.1 was supposed to hit the S6's "in June?"
This is getting ridiculous, we need an update from 5.0.2, the memory issues I'm dealing with even on XtreStoLite are almost unbearable

Exactly and as updates for 5.1 come out for other carriers we get updates for random att crap that are almost a month old

It's sad to say that the latest AT&T OTA patches the export for ping pong root, don't take the OTA, because you cannot downgrade the Odin fails

dnp77 said:
It's sad to say that the latest AT&T OTA patches the export for ping pong root, don't take the OTA, because you cannot downgrade the Odin fails
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how you know? you ota it ?
i was "downloading" then saw your post. so i reboot my phone to cancel it.

netnerd said:
how you know? you ota it ?
i was "downloading" then saw your post. so i reboot my phone to cancel it.
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They know because it says on the Ping Pong Root thread not to update for anything past May 15th as the method for root has been patched

I'm curious if there are any other undocumented changes besides the 2 official changes listed earlier. It feels like a fairly big patch for a fix to an phone location and a kernel security fix.

Is there any hope, luck or signs of achieving root on this new firmware
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G925A using XDA Free mobile app

Wow, what a crappy push out by AT&T.
In any case, what process do i need to freeze in TB to stop my phone from trying to download and/or annoying me with that pop-up when it does happen?

aidanipod said:
Is there any hope, luck or signs of achieving root on this new firmware
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G925A using XDA Free mobile app
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Please see just ONE post above yours........ we have just been talking about the exploit being patched
Globalrebel said:
Wow, what a crappy push out by AT&T.
In any case, what process do i need to freeze in TB to stop my phone from trying to download and/or annoying me with that pop-up when it does happen?
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AT&T Software Update is the main one, but there are a few others - I don't have an AT&T ROM on mine right now to help out, but it's been posted a few times already (I think I even posted those once)

Just freeze att software update. Then it can't even run so no downloads. I got lucky I clicked on update after reading it in Android central but didn't want to install it. Postponed couple of times but somehow it automatically loaded the update process. I was like sh#t. When it booted up it said a problem updating. And then I blocked the updater. My root almost gone lol
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T337A using Tapatalk

saketkutta said:
Just freeze att software update. Then it can't even run so no downloads. I got lucky I clicked on update after reading it in Android central but didn't want to install it. Postponed couple of times but somehow it automatically loaded the update process. I was like sh#t. When it booted up it said a problem updating. And then I blocked the updater. My root almost gone lol
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T337A using Tapatalk
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Same thing happened to me being rooted. It just tried to install automatically. Woke up to my phone restarting but then I got the error "problem updating". I was pretty relieved on that error lol... :victory:

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (Unlocked) 11/29/2017 OTA Android update, Safe or not?

Hello.
Does anyone know the actual contents of this OTA update that was released today 11/29/17? After the horrible time Samsung and Android gave me after the Note7 fiasco I have become very untrusting of them. The first Note8 OTA update left me with little options relating to rollback and such things.
I would like to know what is exactly in this update. The page I found is vague. The information they leave for the average consumer is always vague.
If no one knows, can anyone lead me to where I can find more information about this particular update?
So that leaves me at this point. If I install this update will it limit my options as for Odin, custom firmware, etc?
So all that Samsung tells me can be found here: http://doc.samsungmobile.com/SM-N950U1/ATT/doc.html
Thank you in advance for any and all assistance. It is always appreciated.

Have not seen any issue's so far on this OTA.
Head over to sammobile dot com, to read more.
In short:
"In addition to the November security patch, the update brings improved performance in the Calendar, Gallery, Voice Recorder, and Reminder apps, a new secure Wi-Fi function, and a fix for an unexplained Samsung DeX error. The firmware version is N950FXXU1BQK6, and at upwards of 840 MB, is among the biggest OTA updates that don’t bring a major Android version upgrade that we have seen"

Safe? It will, at least temporarily, block any attempt at root. If you're running a Substratum theme, it's best to uninstall it before running the update, based on the experience of those who got the October update. Do not reinstall apps that were backed up while running the theme.

Thank you. I am going to Sammobile right now to read more about it.

douger1957 said:
Safe? It will, at least temporarily, block any attempt at root. If you're running a Substratum theme, it's best to uninstall it before running the update, based on the experience of those who got the October update. Do not reinstall apps that were backed up while running the theme.
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Is it designed to block rooting?

Can you still do the WiFi hotspot trick. Where you try to sing into a hotspot with wrong password then turn on hotspot and quickly turn off WiFi. Can't live without that.

ConcernedCustomer said:
Is it designed to block rooting?
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The method for rooting Snapdragon phones won't work with updated firmware.

ConcernedCustomer said:
Is it designed to block rooting?
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Yes it blocks current SamFail method. The U2 bootloader also cannot be downgraded once installed.

sefrcoko said:
Yes it blocks current SamFail method. The U2 bootloader also cannot be downgraded once installed.
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Thank you for explaining. I was wondering if I would be able to rollback to original stock firmware after updating.
How can I get rid of this update and block all future OTAs?
This update is just sitting somewhere in my phone waiting for me to hit that button. What do I do, boot into factory tech mode and clear the cache or something?

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The method for rooting Snapdragon phones won't work with updated firmware.
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How can I get rid of this update and block all future OTAs?
This update is just sitting somewhere in my phone waiting for me to hit that button. What do I do, boot into factory tech mode and clear the cache or something?

pospower said:
Can you still do the WiFi hotspot trick. Where you try to sing into a hotspot with wrong password then turn on hotspot and quickly turn off WiFi. Can't live without that.
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What this about? First time I'm hearing about this. Is it like getting free internet or something? If the instructions are anywhere on this website would you be so kind as to post the link here.

ConcernedCustomer said:
Thank you for explaining. I was wondering if I would be able to rollback to original stock firmware after updating.
How can I get rid of this update and block all future OTAs?
This update is just sitting somewhere in my phone waiting for me to hit that button. What do I do, boot into factory tech mode and clear the cache or something?
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Not 100% sure to be honest, but you can maybe try disabling security updates in settings/security menu or maybe disabling/freezing "software update" through an app like TitaniumBackup.
Check the SamFail thread for more info:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=74074361

I have the unlocked Note from Samsung on Verizon's network. Currently, tethering works straight out the box. Can anyone confirm that this update does not break this? Thanks

I probably wont update until Oreo...

BlueFox721 said:
I probably wont update until Oreo...
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That's what I'm trying to hold out for. I have not as of yet experienced any glitches or problems of any kind so I don't see why an update is justified. Just give us Oreo!!! It should've been pre-built into the Note8.

sefrcoko said:
Not 100% sure to be honest, but you can maybe try disabling security updates in settings/security menu or maybe disabling/freezing "software update" through an app like TitaniumBackup.
Check the SamFail thread for more info:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=74074361
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Thank you very much. I'm looking into it for more information now....

Took the update. So far so good. OpenVPN and MS RDP working fine as usual. I was a bit worried as I've read reports of updates screwing up WiFi. I've recently tried these apps on three new Samsung devices and had disconnect issues with all. Oddly, one was a dex using Ethernet - maybe this will fix that, I'll test it. Btw the other devices were a Chromebook pro and a galaxy tab a.