Can Idol 4S be rooted? - Alcatel Idol 4S Questions & Answers

I have been wanting to buy ...... but seems like no news on root....

No, there is still no news bro. I'm waiting for it, I've tried all the methods but it's not done. Xda member 'Alekdev' also wants 1 btc for idol 4s root and twrp process!!!

serif55 said:
No, there is still no news bro. I'm waiting for it, I've tried all the methods but it's not done. Xda member 'Alekdev' also wants 1 btc for idol 4s root and twrp process!!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Which variant do you guys have, the 6055U (Cricket) is easily rooted. Matter of fact I'll be releasing a Slim rom soon.

(sorry bad english i use google translate)
i have idol 4s 6070K bro.
I tried every way but it did not. I do not have advanced knowledge of software. I can not find this solution, because I do not have enough time.
As far as I understand, there's no one using this phone a lot. Since they are not very popular, the developers are not helping. We only need one twrp and one root access.

Well you are correct there, 6070k does have limited support. The 6055 is were development is.

Related

[Q] Toolkit Questions

Hello people,
I am fairly new to this forum and I have the following questions that I would appreciate help for.
1. Has any one rooted the I9305, HongKong ( ZHBLJ1 ) Build using the Toolkit? This build is not there in the Toolkit model selection options for I9305.
2. Can we flash the CWM intended for I9300 on our I9305 ?
Thanks in advance!
--
Pradeep
pai.pradeep said:
Hello people,
I am fairly new to this forum and I have the following questions that I would appreciate help for.
1. Has any one rooted the I9305, HongKong ( ZHBLJ1 ) Build using the Toolkit? This build is not there in the Toolkit model selection options for I9305.
2. Can we flash the CWM intended for I9300 on our I9305 ?
Thanks in advance!
--
Pradeep
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The most simpler way to root at the moment is this:forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2050297
As an extra you'll get a patch to security hole of exsynos syst3m.
Regarding recovery dont know for cwm but you can use goo manager from the market to flash TWRP. Just open the optios and choose something like 'install the open recovery script'.
For the case yiu are wondering, yes I am using GS3 LTE I9305.
!crazy said:
Regarding recovery dont know for cwm but you can use goo manager from the market to flash TWRP. Just open the optios and choose something like 'install the open recovery script'.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
TWRP works for the i9305? I don't think so, the official site doesn't state it and I have not seen anywhere else that it has been ported. Then again, I haven't tried it myself
Vipeout said:
TWRP works for the i9305? I don't think so, the official site doesn't state it and I have not seen anywhere else that it has been ported. Then again, I haven't tried it myself
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I am terribly sorry. You are right. The problem was I have both GN 2 and SG3, was tired and so mixed the devices...
Regarding root method, that works on both devices.
Here is a link for the case OP wants to install CWM:
www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-s3-gt-i9305-root-clockworkmod-recovery-126605/
Here is the direct link to xda thread in dev section;
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1914394
I will also try flashing twrp later when i find time and report back.
Regarding the toolkit, that's actually a question for the dev. I am going to ask him that by myself, I have donated version and since he has a thread in dev section of I9305 he should have some knowledge about this and what for his toolkit can actually be used with LTE SG3.
!crazy said:
I am terribly sorry. You are right. The problem was I have both GN 2 and SG3, was tired and so mixed the devices...
Regarding root method, that works on both devices.
Here is a link for the case OP wants to install CWM:
www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-s3-gt-i9305-root-clockworkmod-recovery-126605/
Here is the direct link to xda thread in dev section;
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1914394
I will also try flashing twrp later when i find time and report back.
Regarding the toolkit, that's actually a question for the dev. I am going to ask him that by myself, I have donated version and since he has a thread in dev section of I9305 he should have some knowledge about this and what for his toolkit can actually be used with LTE SG3.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Is there anything I need to take care of before rooting using the first method? Apart from the usual backup of data? Any issues with the Camera as mentioned in that thread? (this is pertaining to our I9305 specifically).
Thank you, I will track that Toolkit thread for I9305 as well!
Managed to root it using the app by Chainfire,
still for CWM
pai.pradeep said:
Managed to root it using the app by Chainfire,
still for CWM
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You got link for CWM? Regarding camera problem, it doesn't have anything to do with rooting. It happens on some devices if one ticks 'patch hole' or whatever. I personally didn't have that problem but another one which maybe isn't related to the patch. It happened only once, a day ago, couldn't hear anything when calling someone or when someone was calling me. Reboot 'solved' it.
To bad that the best SG3 edition receives so little support from devs. It is probably Samsung's fault. They even change encryption method, or some parts of it, so for example with note 2 I am not able to use twrp when encrypted. In feature I am going to buy probably only nexus devices even galaxy note feature editions could pose a temptation. Bit soon we will be getting devices with 1080 resolution and hopefully there will be nexuses with bigger screen.
!crazy said:
You got link for CWM? Regarding camera problem, it doesn't have anything to do with rooting. It happens on some devices if one ticks 'patch hole' or whatever. I personally didn't have that problem but another one which maybe isn't related to the patch. It happened only once, a day ago, couldn't hear anything when calling someone or when someone was calling me. Reboot 'solved' it.
To bad that the best SG3 edition receives so little support from devs. It is probably Samsung's fault. They even change encryption method, or some parts of it, so for example with note 2 I am not able to use twrp when encrypted. In feature I am going to buy probably only nexus devices even galaxy note feature editions could pose a temptation. Bit soon we will be getting devices with 1080 resolution and hopefully there will be nexuses with bigger screen.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes from the link you gave, Thanks. I am having the problem that the CWM doesn't stick and I get the stock recovery back after the reboot.. They are talking about the /system/boot-recovery.p file which isn't on my phone. It has the /system/recovery-from-boot.p file. Are they the same file ?
Even I am surprised that our S3 model has such little support here. I am hoping that it will only get better as many people get their hands on this!! :good:

[Q] Do I need root?

Hey all,
I am in the N900A NC2 4.4.2 boat and I want out!
Do we really need root to install a different ROM?
Can't we push somehow e.g. CM on the phone using Odin, or something?
I just want to make my Note 3 livable till Nexus 6 comes out
~S
I sometimes wonder why the search function even exists...
Yes you need root access to install custom roms via safestrap.
You need an unlocked bootloader to install a custom recovery and flash roms.
The latest 4.4.2 release ending with NC2 has a locked bootloader and does not have root access. Currently there is no way to obtain it.
Please follow forum rules and search before posting a question that has probably been answered. Try reading the general section and the sticked posts. One's like "[INDEX] AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 3 All-In-One Resource Thread!" might be able to help with unanswered questions. If you still can't find your answers and it's support related, please post a question in the stupid question threads. They are in most sections. This is a development site, not a support site.
Root Might Be accessible today at 12pm CT
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783157&page=16
Root might be available.
You Don't live that far from me 440Bro..Lived on the west side of Cleveland for over 20 years and moved to N Olmsted...Small World
wish777 said:
You Don't live that far from me 440Bro..Lived on the west side of Cleveland for over 20 years and moved to N Olmsted...Small World
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Howdy neighbor! I'm east side mentor on the lake.
SpikeyPsyche said:
I sometimes wonder why the search function even exists...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yea wonder the same thing sometimes....u read the posts and its the same question over n over when the ans are right in thier face if they just take time to read.
i wonder if it is ADHD..lol
What I want to know is, why do people buy a phone KNOWING they won't like it?

Any way to root LRX22G.G920AUCU2AOF3?

Im about to be pissed if I cant root this phone. Does any one have any links to rooting:
ATT S6 5.0.2
LRX22G.G920AUCU2AOF3
Nothing???
hmmm. crap I will just have to take this phone back
Use the search button.
No there is currently no root method for of3. I don't understand why people just can't answer a question instead of telling users to "use the search button". This forum is for helping other users out, and I don't mean by telling them to search. If it pisses you off then just ignore the question, That simple. The time it took you to type out "use the search button" you could have answered his question.
It doesn't annoy me at all. It's better that people develop the skills to support themselves, rather than expecting to be spoonfed the answer.
anneoneamouse said:
It doesn't annoy me at all. It's better that people develop the skills to support themselves, rather than expecting to be spoonfed the answer.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This. It's teaching you to fish, rather than giving you a fish. And also, this forum is NOT for helping users, it's a development forum. Users should be courteous and respect the forum rules, which includes searching before posting.
He actually is in the Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting not in the development section, Now I don't mean to be an @$$ just my two cents.
benbailey84 said:
He actually is in the Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting not in the development section, Now I don't mean to be an @$$ just my two cents.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The entire forum is a development forum.
Ah, no. the AT&T galaxy S6 Forum has seven forums, three of which are development. There are differences. Q & A is SUPPOSED to be more beginner friendly.
anl2304 said:
Ah, no. the AT&T galaxy S6 Forum has seven forums, three of which are development. There are differences. Q & A is SUPPOSED to be more beginner friendly.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you. I agree 100%.
not yet
as of todays date 09/23/15
no root yet for OF3 , or OF4
im stuck waiting for pingpong to get it
Since pingpong is a root method that exploits something that's since been patched in OF3+, I'd expect if at all ever a different method or exploit. I'm with ya, I was working with the team who was trying to unlock the BL and I lost root in the process having to flash OF3 over OE2 to get my phone working again. It sucks without root ;-/ but those are the risks we take for the community
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using Tapatalk
metalcated said:
Since pingpong is a root method that exploits something that's since been patched in OF3+, I'd expect if at all ever a different method or exploit. I'm with ya, I was working with the team who was trying to unlock the BL and I lost root in the process having to flash OF3 over OE2 to get my phone working again. It sucks without root ;-/ but those are the risks we take for the community
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks for your willingness to risk your device for the benefit of the community. Hopefully something will be found for the new builds.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using Tapatalk

How to root Pixel / XL on 7.1?

I'm wondering what the process for the Pixel devices is, and if anyone has had any success with existing tools/SuperSU.
It's running 7.1 if that's relevant.
sturmeh said:
I'm wondering what the process for the Pixel devices is, and if anyone has had any success with existing tools/SuperSU.
It's running 7.1 if that's relevant.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The same way you root other phones, flash custom recovery and supersu.
Sent from my SCH-R220
mattzeller said:
The same way you root other phones, flash custom recovery and supersu.
Sent from my SCH-R220
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I guess I have to wait for custom recoveries that support this phone then? I can't see a build for TWRP that supports sailfish.
sturmeh said:
I guess I have to wait for custom recoveries that support this phone then? I can't see a build for TWRP that supports sailfish.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You'll first need to unlock the bootloader and then wait for chainfire's magic. It is possible to root through fastboot also so there is a good chance that you'll get root before a custom recovery.
Due to seamless updates, things have changed a bit so it'll take some time to be figured out
eatsleep said:
You'll first need to unlock the bootloader and then wait for chainfire's magic. It is possible to root through fastboot also so there is a good chance that you'll get root before a custom recovery.
Due to seamless updates, things have changed a bit so it'll take some time to be figured out
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Buy it directly from Google and the bootloader won't be locked, only if you buy it through a carrier like Verizon will the bootloader be locked
Sent from my SCH-R220
This is the first device with Android's new partition layout. Having looked at the firmwares and at running devices (remotely), I have some ideas on how to do it.
However, it will be a while before I have SuperSU fixed up. The changes will be quite a bit of work and testing, and doing so remotely will make that take significantly longer. So I'm just going to wait for my own device, but as they aren't available in my country, it has to be shipped from another country and go through customs. I don't expect my device to arrive for another week or two.
In the meantime, it's always possible someone else releases root for it.
I saw @jcase and @Dees_Troy have been playing with TWRP, to me it seems wholly possible to fix that up (mostly) as well. But even if TWRP is released tomorrow, using the existing SuperSU ZIP will not work on it, due to all the breaking changes in Android 7.1.
Will be interesting if you can do it CF... Looking forward to release - Ill send a donation your way when done
fkofilee said:
Will be interesting if you can do it CF... Looking forward to release - Ill send a donation your way when done
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The worst possible thing you could write...
ldeveraux said:
The worst possible thing you could write...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hmmm... Does it matter ive donated like 3 or 4 times to him already over the years xd
Either way looking forward to it
fkofilee said:
Hmmm... Does it matter ive donated like 3 or 4 times to him already over the years xd
Either way looking forward to it
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If your intent was truly altruistic, you wouldn't feel the "burden" of stating it publicly. So no, it doesn't matter.
Chainfire said:
This is the first device with Android's new partition layout. Having looked at the firmwares and at running devices (remotely), I have some ideas on how to do it.
However, it will be a while before I have SuperSU fixed up. The changes will be quite a bit of work and testing, and doing so remotely will make that take significantly longer. So I'm just going to wait for my own device, but as they aren't available in my country, it has to be shipped from another country and go through customs. I don't expect my device to arrive for another week or two.
In the meantime, it's always possible someone else releases root for it.
I saw @jcase and @Dees_Troy have been playing with TWRP, to me it seems wholly possible to fix that up (mostly) as well. But even if TWRP is released tomorrow, using the existing SuperSU ZIP will not work on it, due to all the breaking changes in Android 7.1.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Confirmation number: 57C48888US937054E
Chainfire said:
This is the first device with Android's new partition layout. Having looked at the firmwares and at running devices (remotely), I have some ideas on how to do it.
However, it will be a while before I have SuperSU fixed up. The changes will be quite a bit of work and testing, and doing so remotely will make that take significantly longer. So I'm just going to wait for my own device, but as they aren't available in my country, it has to be shipped from another country and go through customs. I don't expect my device to arrive for another week or two.
In the meantime, it's always possible someone else releases root for it.
I saw @jcase and @Dees_Troy have been playing with TWRP, to me it seems wholly possible to fix that up (mostly) as well. But even if TWRP is released tomorrow, using the existing SuperSU ZIP will not work on it, due to all the breaking changes in Android 7.1.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Appreciate all you do Chainfire, seriously. Can't wait for you to work your magic
Ah its so funny to what people write after all these years of people spending their own time to work out back doors and exploits to enable root / Xposed / Custom bootloaders / Kernels / Recoveries.
People can't just wait and see and if the devs ask for help or testers just be part of it, throwing a few dollars at them is not going to push things forward . . . let them do what they want to do its their project / baby and it will happen when it does.
Support the devs after the fact dont try and attempt to influence them into it with beer money.
Some of y'all are ridiculous! The guy made a harmless statement and didn't mean anything negative by it. And what do all of the analytical geekers do? Just that... Analyze his comment to the bone and find all sorts of self-serving intent within it. Blows my mind...
hutzdani said:
Ah its so funny to what people write after all these years of people spending their own time to work out back doors and exploits to enable root / Xposed / Custom bootloaders / Kernels / Recoveries.
People can't just wait and see and if the devs ask for help or testers just be part of it, throwing a few dollars at them is not going to push things forward . . . let them do what they want to do its their project / baby and it will happen when it does.
Support the devs after the fact dont try and attempt to influence them into it with beer money.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Oh shut up. What a stupid thing to say. People are excited about dev work, and if they suggest a donation, what do you care? Why is it any of your business? If the dev has a problem with people providing positive feedback and offering donations, they will make it known.
---------- Post added at 10:10 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:08 PM ----------
Ker~Man said:
Some of y'all are ridiculous! The guy made a harmless statement and didn't mean anything negative by it. And what do all of the analytical geekers do? Just that... Analyze his comment to the bone and find all sorts of self-serving intent within it. Blows my mind...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Totally agree. Thanks for speaking up!
Chainfire said:
This is the first device with Android's new partition layout. Having looked at the firmwares and at running devices (remotely), I have some ideas on how to do it.
However, it will be a while before I have SuperSU fixed up. The changes will be quite a bit of work and testing, and doing so remotely will make that take significantly longer. So I'm just going to wait for my own device, but as they aren't available in my country, it has to be shipped from another country and go through customs. I don't expect my device to arrive for another week or two.
In the meantime, it's always possible someone else releases root for it.
I saw @jcase and @Dees_Troy have been playing with TWRP, to me it seems wholly possible to fix that up (mostly) as well. But even if TWRP is released tomorrow, using the existing SuperSU ZIP will not work on it, due to all the breaking changes in Android 7.1.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hey I've unlocked my bootloader, but with the different partition layout and file based encryption (assuming this device uses that), is there any chance I'll have to erase my data and start over for root?
Because I got the 128GB model and I'm ready to start filling up with apps and keep a big portion of my Google Play music library to save on data and everything but I don't want to do it if there's a real possibility I'll have to erase everything if to achieve root.
I guess it is possible to use a custom recovery (once they come out) to backup, but that'll be a huge backup if I start keeping all my music to the device.
Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk
tveith said:
Oh shut up. What a stupid thing to say. People are excited about dev work, and if they suggest a donation, what do you care? Why is it any of your business? If the dev has a problem with people providing positive feedback and offering donations, they will make it known.
---------- Post added at 10:10 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:08 PM ----------
Totally agree. Thanks for speaking up!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
What ever but tour the same guys who's going to be asking for OTAs and asking devs to do this that and the other as fast as humanly possible.
If you want it that bad do it your self or sit and wait like a good little child.
No dev is going to rush something because of some people in a forum get a grip, like I said it's their time and it will be ready when it's ready.
You might think I'm going off on one but read the rules page for Christ's sakes.
sionicion said:
Hey I've unlocked my bootloader, but with the different partition layout and file based encryption (assuming this device uses that), is there any chance I'll have to erase my data and start over for root?
Because I got the 128GB model and I'm ready to start filling up with apps and keep a big portion of my Google Play music library to save on data and everything but I don't want to do it if there's a real possibility I'll have to erase everything if to achieve root.
I guess it is possible to use a custom recovery (once they come out) to backup, but that'll be a huge backup if I start keeping all my music to the device.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The chance you'll have to erase is always present when rooting. Even when your device is fully prepared something may go wrong. At least you have already unlocked your bootloader, which reduces that chance.
File-based encryption will probably not be a reason to for wiping, though. It works fine in the dev version of SuperSU with Android 7.0 on a 5X.
Hey guys. Found this on the interwebs and was wondering how valid it is. http://www.technobuzz.net/root-google-pixel-xl/
Seeing as it calls for twrp which is not yet available, would flashfire work?
Sent from my Pixel using XDA-Developers mobile app
mrnovanova said:
Hey guys. Found this on the interwebs and was wondering how valid it is. http://www.technobuzz.net/root-google-pixel-xl/
Seeing as it calls for twrp which is not yet available, would flashfire work?
Sent from my Pixel using XDA-Developers mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Looks interesting, but without twrp you sure are taking a big chance if something goes wrong.
Sent from my Pixel using Tapatalk

Rooting will be easier?

Hi everybody!
I just thinked maybe that rooting will be easier, like on old phones with One Click Root or the recovery install package. I love custom roms etc, but I just scared to do it on my S10 and I'm lazy to do all the firmware download, install this, install that etc.
What do you guys think? I will be easier sometime or nah?
"I will be easier sometime or nah?"
Ask the developer to make one click root
xewier said:
Hi everybody!
I just thinked maybe that rooting will be easier, like on old phones with One Click Root or the recovery install package. I love custom roms etc, but I just scared to do it on my S10 and I'm lazy to do all the firmware download, install this, install that etc.
What do you guys think? I will be easier sometime or nah?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
one of the great many reasons that some of us appreciate the difficulty level of rooting is to keep the faint of heart away. If youre too lazy, then you might need to reach out to folks who get paid to do this type of stuff for you.
many of us hope that root will always be a chain link fence keeping those who dont feel required to do anything to get access. Dont want to click 12 things on your mouse and type a few characters on a keyboard? Dont root. Simple as that.
Mind you, if you happen to buy a galaxy s10 USA version. You dont have to worry anything!
i have software to install and was told to root my phone before i did it because its a one time only link. is there just an app i can download to do this?

Categories

Resources