I just managed to update to PA2 from OI5, and there is a root method available.
I have three questions:
Can I root my S5(AT&T) without tripping KNOX?
If I do root, can I update to the latest Marshmallow via Odin and keep root?
Can I "debrand" my S5 by flashing a stock S5 firmware via Odin (remove AT&T bloatware and bootlogo)? {http://www.naldotech.com/remove-carr...nded-firmware/ this link says you can but does not provide a download link}
Thanks.
Hm
I believe the root version existing does not trip knox as i'm still at 0x0.
No, but @AptLogic has been trying, never say never.
Once you get root, you can remove the AT&T logo by modifying some firmware files.
A quick search of the forums should give you the answers but here's a reference for the boot logo
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2787644
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I have a S4 active i9295 with 4.4.2 with 0x0 knox bit. I want to reinstall the original firmware on my phone. Will the Odin and the official firmware from SamMobile portal trigger the knox bit to 0x1 or it is safe the reinstall the phone?
Depending on version of bootloader you currently have. Here is best link to findings for S4 (not known what version of i9295 bootloader that has Knox feature)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45666586
Downgrade bootloader =trouble
List your current in CM/AOSP Terminal or ADB:
getprop |grep -i bootloader
Last 3 letters tell date in regular Samsung datecode, (Google it to learn)
O-T said:
Depending on version of bootloader you currently have. Here is best link to findings for S4 (not known what version of i9295 bootloader that has Knox feature)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45666586
Downgrade bootloader =trouble
List your current in CM/AOSP Terminal or ADB:
getprop |grep -i bootloader
Last 3 letters tell date in regular Samsung datecode, (Google it to learn)
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I don't want to downgrade or update the firmware. I just want to reinstall it trough odin, flash the same version. Will it also trigger the knox bit to 0x1? And I noticed that i don't have 'KNOX WARRANTY VOID 0x0' on the downloader mode screen, i have just 'KNOX KERNEL LOCK 0x0' and nothing about Knox warranty bit. is it good or what?
It's not fair to camouflage your Q as noob. You've been around here since 2007 and like to have other do the research for you and serve you the answers.
Like here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=27059289
Now, please follow the link I posted for you in first answer and read several posts. Hopefully you discover that "4.4.2 original" is not a single universal solution fit for any device. Perhaps check sammobile.com
I've read the thread You send me but, I found a root site seems to be official and proper. They say that:
"How does this KNOX Counter work?
Under what circumstances will KNOX Counter be flagged or tripped?
The KNOX Counter WILL NOT be flagged or tripped when using Samsung Kies or Odin to flash a stock ROM.
The KNOX Counter WILL BE flagged or tripped when you flash a third-party Recovery (like CWM/TWRP) or custom ROM."
Samsung KNOX Counter you should know
So that's why cannot understand which is true...
I am wondering if I can downgrade my Samsung galaxy s5 active to "NE4" (The stock firmware which i can use towel root) from "0F3" (The newest firmware) does anyone know a guide or is it just not possible to downgrade/root once its at 0F3
I heard that the G900's cannot but the G870's can.
If the bootloader was updated to OF3, downgrading is almost certainly not possible. See http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/help/question-regarding-root-s5-active-t3185231 and http://androiding.how/how-to-keep-root-and-update-att-s5-active-to-of2-build/
The first link has instructions for finding out which firmware's bootloader is installed. The second link contains reports from people who attempted to downgrade from OF2 and OF3 bootloaders.
I suggest killing future OTA updates, in case a root exploit is found for your current firmware that doesn't exist in a future update.
hi guys i want change my csc code without root i tried by using odin but not working with me !
I have a duos N9208, carrier-locked. I also want to do the same. Can someone please answer the ff questions ?
1. How do I change the CSC without root or tripping knox?
2. Will I still get official updates once its successfully changed?
3. If I just flash directly a firmware from another country/region with the same model, will it trip the knox and can I still receive official updates?
I just purchased a Galaxy S5 unlocked, but its an at&t model (g900a, shows at&t logo on boot, has at&t bloatware). I live in New Zealand so I can not use an at&t sim and update to the latest firmware (ph4?). Im stuck on g900aucu4coi5 and I want to update, and I have found a guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/general/galaxy-s5-android-version-6-0-1-t3419016
Can I just flash ph4 with odin 3.11.1 and I will be fine? No chance of brick or tripping knox (assuming i follow instructions correctly)? Also is there a way I can debrand my s5 and give it a stock s5 rom w/out the at&t crap without tripping knox?
This may seem like a noob question but I have followed instructions to the letter while flashing roms on a galaxy trend plus and a galaxy y duos, and encountered problems down the road which led to bootloops. I assume this was because the tools made for them were still in beta for these devices were not popular, but I still want to be safe and keep my new s5 alive.
Thx
xMrTROLLIPOPx said:
I just purchased a Galaxy S5 unlocked, but its an at&t model (g900a, shows at&t logo on boot, has at&t bloatware). I live in New Zealand so I can not use an at&t sim and update to the latest firmware (ph4?). Im stuck on g900aucu4coi5 and I want to update, and I have found a guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/general/galaxy-s5-android-version-6-0-1-t3419016
Can I just flash ph4 with odin 3.11.1 and I will be fine? No chance of brick or tripping knox (assuming i follow instructions correctly)? Also is there a way I can debrand my s5 and give it a stock s5 rom w/out the at&t crap without tripping knox?
This may seem like a noob question but I have followed instructions to the letter while flashing roms on a galaxy trend plus and a galaxy y duos, and encountered problems down the road which led to bootloops. I assume this was because the tools made for them were still in beta for these devices were not popular, but I still want to be safe and keep my new s5 alive.
Thx
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You should be able to go up to PH4 using ODIN no problem.
And about the bloatware... As soon as we find a way to root or preroot Marshmallow we'll probably get some debloated ROMs up, but first we have to find a way to preroot (I'm working on it but it's taking the back burner for a bit while I work on other ROMs so anyone is welcome to give it a try)
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You should be able to go up to PH4 using ODIN no problem.
And about the bloatware... As soon as we find a way to root or preroot Marshmallow we'll probably get some debloated ROMs up, but first we have to find a way to preroot (I'm working on it but it's taking the back burner for a bit while I work on other ROMs so anyone is welcome to give it a try)
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so i can download the ph4 files and flash them all with odin without bricking?
xMrTROLLIPOPx said:
so i can download the ph4 files and flash them all with odin without bricking?
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Yep. Just remember you'll lose all your data so back up first
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xMrTROLLIPOPx said:
I just purchased a Galaxy S5 unlocked, but its an at&t model (g900a, shows at&t logo on boot, has at&t bloatware). I live in New Zealand so I can not use an at&t sim and update to the latest firmware (ph4?). Im stuck on g900aucu4coi5 and I want to update, and I have found a guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/general/galaxy-s5-android-version-6-0-1-t3419016
Can I just flash ph4 with odin 3.11.1 and I will be fine? No chance of brick or tripping knox (assuming i follow instructions correctly)? Also is there a way I can debrand my s5 and give it a stock s5 rom w/out the at&t crap without tripping knox?
This may seem like a noob question but I have followed instructions to the letter while flashing roms on a galaxy trend plus and a galaxy y duos, and encountered problems down the road which led to bootloops. I assume this was because the tools made for them were still in beta for these devices were not popular, but I still want to be safe and keep my new s5 alive.
Thx
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did u successfully update your g900a without bricking it ?
ShubhamBhagat11 said:
did u successfully update your g900a without bricking it ?
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Yes, and no. It updated, started overheating and the battery caught fire. Rip.
I'm in the same boat as I have an ATT S5 with Lollipop and tried the above method w/Odin and it is now a brick, stuck on the ATT logo.
Are there any working accessible sources fore the ATT stock Firmware for Lollipop in order to rollback this MM update? I've been looking and have found none.
I have rooted my S10+ but will restore it to stock firrmware and lock the bootloader again. After that, will I be able to update the phone via OTA?
I'm seeing conflicting information on this. Does anybody know for sure?
I don't see why not.
yes you will be able to get ota updates after flashing stock firmware.
No, just no, once knox is tripped you can't get official ota updates... But what you can do is download the firmware and flash it via odin (keep in mind to use HOME_CSC to keep your data)