For AT&T US Samsung Galaxy S6, what is the most recent bootloader / kernel version that we have a full crack for, if any? What is the most recent version that we can root untethered? I already know about the most recent version that can only root tethered, although we can discuss that here too.
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Hi,
I am trying to root my phone, running on Android 4.3 Build JSS15J. I stumbled upon the S3 Toolkit, but my version nr. and build aren't included, and I wouldn't know which build to pick, to safely run this.
I have also tried Framaroot version 1.8.0, and it provides me with the Aragon option, which is an exploit that's not available sadly.
Has anyone successfully rooted this version, and can guide me in the right direction?
So I've been researching the great scales of the Internet for anything that would allow us to have ANY form of AOSP on this carrier locked POS. Not just a themed version of TW but legit. I've seen on the S4 that there were safestrap compatible versions. I was wondering what had happened to the S5 that this wasn't possible anymore?
No going happen with locked bootloader. Best u can get well be Xtreme Dynamic Kat rom. @talkingmonkey had done good job taking over dynamic kat.
I agree. I've been running TM's version for the past few days and it's fantastic. I was just curious as to why a safestrap compatible version of AOSP was available on bl locked phones in the past, but not on our S5?
Twiisted said:
I agree. I've been running TM's version for the past few days and it's fantastic. I was just curious as to why a safestrap compatible version of AOSP was available on bl locked phones in the past, but not on our S5?
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The exploit that allowed the S4 to flash custom kernels and AOSP Roms was patched in subsequent updates from AT&T. The S5 has for lack of a better explanation kind of a sidestep recovery that uses the stock kernel only hence the ability to flash other T/W Roms, mods and themes.
As far as a Safestrap compatible version of AOSP on a locked bootloader I'm not sure if it was AOSP or just themed to look that way.
I'm afraid the bootloader will stay locked tight as a drum.
If any of you have a cricket phone and assumed it was locked down since cricket is at&t, it is not locked and you can flash anything you want... Just fyi
sent from my lollipop'd S5
It seems like there is 50 ways to root these phones and none seem to specifically say my phone so,....
AT&T Samsung-SM-G900A
Android V 4.42
Kernel 3.4.0-2178781
Build Version KOT49H.G900AUCU2ANG3
What is the best/safest way to root this device currently?
Thanks
Curious what people think is the best Android version for the S6 Active. I have 5.1.1 and wondering if I should downgrade, upgrade or leave it...
@raframos, the best OS for your S6 Active, is the Android Nougat 7.0. The reason is because it comes with the latest security updates, and also apps are more compatible with it. Android 5.1.1 is outdated. I advice you should NOT (in capital letters) downgrade the OS because it can mess up with your IMEI and Serial No (It happened to me and I will repair it this week). So, I suggest that you should first upgrade to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, and try it out for some weeks. If you are satisfied with it,you can upgrade but if not, stay there.
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Hey everyone! After lurking for weeks and doing updates I signed up to give props and dig a little deeper....
I started with a G870A running 4.4.2 NG3 and needed to enable VoLTE, following r0ckarongs effortless tutorial I updated to 6.0.1 QD1 through the individual updates.
[EOL][G870A][MM][6.0.1] All Firmware Updates (latest QD1) (Updated 20/04/2018)[EOL]
Here you can find the update files for the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active (G870A) from AT&T General Remarks (Important): This does NOT work for S5 Actives from Verizon. These updates WILL REMOVE ALL your data. Make a backup with Smart Switch first...
forum.xda-developers.com
Unfortunately, I read numerous reviews of KK vs LP, KK vs MM, LP vs MM and thought 6.0.1 would be the way to go......and I looooathe it!
Has anyone developed a smooth method of downgrading from the 6.0.1 version back to 4.4.2 or 4.4.4?
Tips on AT&Ts bloatware removal would also be helpful....
Thanks in advance for any and all assistance!
I don't think it's possible as ATT and Verizon locked the bootloader for their S5's effectively making it impossible or difficult to downgrade
42 Galaxy S5 models - Dummies Guide
#1.1. Think that everyone's Samsung Galaxy S5 is the same as yours... Think again! There are currently 42 models of the Samsung Galaxy S5 phone. Most of which are covered in this General Galaxy S5 forum. Some of these models have already had as many as 24 different stock Samsung firmware...
androidforums.com
That's what I'd found as well, along with a few that claimed success using numerous programs to start fresh - no confirmation on the accuracy of that though.
With the PH3 (6.0.1) update came a stock image containing the 6.0.1 bootloader, essentially making any previous device identical to one with factory installed MM.
I was thinking a stock image of KK 4.4.2 would function the same as the PH3 update by reverting the bootloader and OS, I can do most anything with a pc but Android's a new animal....so, I'm likely incorrect and have no idea wth I'm talking about. lol
Having tweaked and swapped a lot of pc software and OS I figure it may work since the older version OS would still match the original hardware - maybe someone will chime in that's tried it or has a copy of the KK factory image I can try installing. I actually have a NITB G870A....but haven't the faintest clue how to get a copy of the factory image off of it......
I appreciate the input Brother, thanks for the response!
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