Hi there,
What are my options concerning the jailbreak of my used chromecast which I have bought in the states back in 2013? It has been connected to the tv before so it must have had its updates, I guess. Is it still rootable?
So I was wondering what I can do to get more out of my chromecast.
Thanks in advance!
Regards.
dannyboy_676 said:
Hi there,
What are my options concerning the jailbreak of my used chromecast which I have bought in the states back in 2013? It has been connected to the tv before so it must have had its updates, I guess. Is it still rootable?
So I was wondering what I can do to get more out of my chromecast.
Thanks in advance!
Regards.
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No reactions? Nobody has any clue?
Probably won't get many replies. Google locked down the bootloader early on in the release of the product. You can check out the Eureka thread for options, but if your SN is beyond or your firmware is beyond the 'open' versions, you're pretty much out of luck for root.
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yesterday i got my chromecast
i am a lucky one since mine had the old stock version, i was able to root it with a home made OTG cable with a modification to give it power
But what are the benefits so far of having a rooted chromecast?
is there any app that gives you more out of a rooted chromecast??
ZeldaWW said:
yesterday i got my chromecast
i am a lucky one since mine had the old stock version, i was able to root it with a home made OTG cable with a modification to give it power
But what are the benefits so far of having a rooted chromecast?
is there any app that gives you more out of a rooted chromecast??
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This question seems to pop up daily. A lightning fast search.. Or even scrolling down 2 or 3 threads will lead you to the answer you're looking for.
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ZeldaWW said:
yesterday i got my chromecast
i am a lucky one since mine had the old stock version, i was able to root it with a home made OTG cable with a modification to give it power
But what are the benefits so far of having a rooted chromecast?
is there any app that gives you more out of a rooted chromecast??
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Currently, it lets you change the HardCoded DNS, and keep your exploitable bootloader so you can flash any future things that come along. Currently there us nothing except rooted images, but I know some people are working on themes, as well as someone working on getting a open source graphics driver going.
Anyone has any ideas to jailbreaking chromecast?
bisbal said:
Anyone has any ideas to jailbreaking chromecast?
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Chromecast has been rooted. You have to have specific devices, as Google locked the device down and is unrootable after a certain point. Check to see if your serial number is listed in the "Rootable Serial Numbers" thread, and make sure you've never updated it over WiFi, as it will automatically install Google's updates and render your device locked permanently. All of this information is covered extensively in the threads around this one you started, use the information that is present.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2537022
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2529903
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2578653
Also Google has open sourced Chromecast's API's so anyone can develop app support for it. The question is what you plan on doing once you root/jailbreak it. Whatever it is will still require development and app support.
borxnx: Thanks, but I already knew that, obviously I am talking about the *NEW* devices that have a protected bootloader! :-/
xlxcrossing: I knew all that too, I am not asking for API's or anything else, I am specifically asking for jailbreaking and being able to install my own ROM!
bisbal said:
borxnx: Thanks, but I already knew that, obviously I am talking about the *NEW* devices that have a protected bootloader! :-/
xlxcrossing: I knew all that too, I am not asking for API's or anything else, I am specifically asking for jailbreaking and being able to install my own ROM!
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At the very least @rekids is working on a hardware method...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2746636
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2698446
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2703327
I'm sure there are other threads, but that was just a quick few-minute search.
Likely you won't see anything open-public until it actually works, as it's a cat-and-mouse game with Google. Tip your hand early and Google could just roll out an update to stop you before the exploit is usable by a significant number of folks.
Maybe its because the exploit was patched very early but i fail to see any benefit from rooting.
And i say this as someone that used to flash 5 ROMs a week.
This device is very limited and i doubt root would allow much
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drivenby said:
Maybe its because the exploit was patched very early but i fail to see any benefit from rooting.
And i say this as someone that used to flash 5 ROMs a week.
This device is very limited and i doubt root would allow much
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Yet... Now Team Eureka has added native screen cast. That's definitely a bonus. Say that again in a year, after the chromecast2 comes out and Google changes everything, again.
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borxnx said:
Yet... Now Team Eureka has added native screen cast. That's definitely a bonus.
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It's more like early access for that, as it should get released to all (supported configurations) once Google declares it ready.
IMO, Team Eureka's web panel adds a whole lot, but I'm the type that likes control over things like DNS and being able to remotely reboot things.
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I am quite sad that only those in the US got chance to root on early devices.
Im in the UK and just bought mine but cant install custom roms.
Hope some genius finds a workaround.
Anyone been able to get it to work on the new X?
MikeVaughanG said:
Anyone been able to get it to work on the new X?
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What are you trying to use it through? I have tried the option under settings>display but I guess this option is only for DLNA devices. I saw there was a mirroring app but since I have verizon I do not currently have root with this device.
Please let me know if you get it to screen cast because I've also been searching around for a bit.
johnaa64 said:
What are you trying to use it through? I have tried the option under settings>display but I guess this option is only for DLNA devices. I saw there was a mirroring app but since I have verizon I do not currently have root with this device.
Please let me know if you get it to screen cast because I've also been searching around for a bit.
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I can obviously do it with things like Netflix and Hulu.
What I want it for is Amazon instant video. As it doesn't support Chromecast.
I guess the Nexus 4 and some other devices can mirror their screen with A Chromecast. But I guess not the X.
I'm on Verizon as well.
Google hasnt enabled this option for the Moto X yet. The only devices with this working right now are Galaxy Flagship phones, Nexus lineup and HTC One M8. I dont know why they didnt enable it for us. We will have to wait for Lollipop (which comes with this enabled by default). It is a server side thing, so there is nothing you can do right now
If you have root, you can try this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/har...experimental-enable-mirroring-device-t2812193
Confirmed working on Moto X 2014.
MaKTaiL said:
Google hasnt enabled this option for the Moto X yet. The only devices with this working right now are Galaxy Flagship phones, Nexus lineup and HTC One M8. I dont know why they didnt enable it for us. We will have to wait for Lollipop (which comes with this enabled by default). It is a server side thing, so there is nothing you can do right now
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Yea, I have friends that are bragging that it works on their Note 3 and Nexus4.
Guess there's nothing to do but wait.
Galaxy devices are supported? Would my old S4 be able to screen mirror to the chromecast then? I haven't noticed anything -> but maybe I just need to pop on a new ROM for the feature.
> Sorry for the slightly off-topic.
gflare said:
Galaxy devices are supported? Would my old S4 be able to screen mirror to the chromecast then? I haven't noticed anything -> but maybe I just need to pop on a new ROM for the feature.
> Sorry for the slightly off-topic.
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It should. My AT&T S4 can screen cast from the Chromecast app.
Anyone try this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2812193
[EXPERIMENTAL] Enable Mirroring from any device
Shows support for moto x 2014
nakedninja42 said:
Anyone try this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2812193
[EXPERIMENTAL] Enable Mirroring from any device
Shows support for moto x 2014
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yes but you need root for that.
Moto XT1097 for the win
In Lollipop it is working without root, finally we have an official support
theone_s_me said:
In Lollipop it is working without root, finally we have an official support
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It's not working for me with my Chromecasts. The "cast screen" toggle is there, but it will only see my LG TV that supports miracast. However, my Chromecasts are seen by the individual apps.
gotzaDroid said:
It's not working for me with my Chromecasts. The "cast screen" toggle is there, but it will only see my LG TV that supports miracast. However, my Chromecasts are seen by the individual apps.
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it was workin when i first updated to lollipop but when i did a factory reset its not workin anymore..... so i think when u use the rooting method to enable chromecast before updating to lollipo it still works after the update
I am rooted and was able to download #MirrorEnabler app to enable mirroring via Chromecast
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Right
So I am not rooted running Lollipop and cannot mirror to Chromecast ?
Something was then lost during factory reset? A file ?
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theone_s_me said:
In Lollipop it is working without root, finally we have an official support
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It is not working on my Nexus 7 running Lollipop, so I'm interested to know if there is something else that needs to be done, or of it something on Google's end...
stevetsimmons.com said:
I am rooted and was able to download #MirrorEnabler app to enable mirroring via Chromecast
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Is that on Lollipop? I rooted mine and MirrorEnabler is not working on Lollipop, only Kitkat as far i know.
5.0 here rooted and unrooted Chromecast works for me
I'm sorry, this doesn't make sense. You are rooted or unrooted/stock? I tested it yesterday, and Google has still not enabled support for the Moto X with Chromecast.
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5.0 here rooted and unrooted Chromecast works for me
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Upgraded to lollipop on my VZW X and cast to screen doesn't work even though it's showing in quick settings. Netflix, Google play movies etc. work but not cast to screen.
It works perfectly on my N7. Did VZW cripple it or is it just a matter of an app update?
So I just bought a new 2017 version, Fire HD 10, and a case for it. It should get delivered tomorrow, but I want to be prepared for when I get it. I fully admit that I have limited Android knowledge, and zero Fire knowledge. I would like to get it as close to stock android as possible. Guessing this means rooting?
I found a walk through to install the play store, but I am unable to find anything on how to actually root it. Easier the better!
From what I can tell, the newest version is a 5.6.0.0, but I'm unsure what it will actually come with. If it needs updated, do I do it? Is there a working root for the newest version?
Also, are there any free ways to remove the lock screen adds?
Anything else you wish you had done when you first got your fire?
Thanks for any/all help
danballa said:
So I just bought a new 2017 version, Fire HD 10, and a case for it. It should get delivered tomorrow, but I want to be prepared for when I get it. I fully admit that I have limited Android knowledge, and zero Fire knowledge. I would like to get it as close to stock android as possible. Guessing this means rooting?
I found a walk through to install the play store, but I am unable to find anything on how to actually root it. Easier the better!
From what I can tell, the newest version is a 5.6.0.0, but I'm unsure what it will actually come with. If it needs updated, do I do it? Is there a working root for the newest version?
Also, are there any free ways to remove the lock screen adds?
Anything else you wish you had done when you first got your fire?
Thanks for any/all help
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At present there is no method for rooting FireOS 5.6. You can install the Google Play Store and essential related services. Enjoy your new device.
danballa said:
Also, are there any free ways to remove the lock screen adds?
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Only way I'n aware of without root is to contact Amazon.
There's a thread on this but in the past I just said it was a gift and they were disappointed:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/how-to-rid-ads-special-offers-lock-t3585863
tech3475 said:
Only way I'n aware of without root is to contact Amazon.
There's a thread on this but in the past I just said it was a gift and they were disappointed:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/how-to-rid-ads-special-offers-lock-t3585863
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Awesome, thanks! I followed the directions, and adds are removed
Hi,
I'm looking into buying a S21 Ultra or S21+ Live Demo unit for multimedia use only, the seller told me there is no software support since may 2021, is it possible to flash the rom of a "normal" variant to get the latest update ?
Thanks you a lot
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Demo units are not for sale, therefore almost always illegally obtained. Expect no support.
My advise is to stay away from demo units.
Standard international, up to date rom, can be flashed using odin on these device
Quentincc said:
Standard international, up to date rom, can be flashed using odin on these device
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Expect some issues. If you are looking for multimedia, remember when you do any unofficial mods to any Samsung phone. You will lose HD Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc.etc. Unofficial mods dumps Google's Widevine keys. If it's not very cheap then normal S21U stay away from it. If it's like half price, It looks like a deal.
But as myself, if I was planning to buy demo unit I probably choose OnePlus or Xiaomi because they are more easily modable.
Quentincc said:
Standard international, up to date rom, can be flashed using odin on these device
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Is this based on actual experience for an S21 live demo unit?
tangcla said:
Is this based on actual experience for an S21 live demo unit?
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once you learn the ups and downs of flashing, you will realize alot s possible.. live demos should be no exception.
just about every samsung i believe is mod -able- in some fashion
and just remeber if it powers on.. its not completely bricked. samsungs are stout
Happy Flashing and GL M8
STKO74 said:
once you learn the ups and downs of flashing, you will realize alot s possible.. live demos should be no exception.
just about every samsung i believe is mod -able- in some fashion
and just remeber if it powers on.. its not completely bricked. samsungs are stout
Happy Flashing and GL M8
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Except, you can't enable OEM unlock on the device, and the download mode screen is totally different to the standard S21...
Theory and practice are different. So I guess your response is not first hand experience?
tangcla said:
Except, you can't enable OEM unlock on the device, and the download mode screen is totally different to the standard S21...
Theory and practice are different. So I guess your response is not first hand experience?
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You are correct as far as a live demo model to which ive yet to try and mod. but lord knows i have been flashing my litttle heart away ever since the first TMO Galaxy preloaded with avatar lol.
STKO74 said:
You are correct as far as a live demo model to which ive yet to try and mod. but lord knows i have been flashing my litttle heart away ever since the first TMO Galaxy preloaded with avatar lol.
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So have I, but apparently the LDUs are totally different from what limited info I've found.
tangcla said:
Is this based on actual experience for an S21 live demo unit?
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There is only a few limitation like some benchmark that can't be installed, you can't connect to Samsung account but overall is very well usable, I guess I could go more in depth in rom flashing, rooting and so on but I don't really care right now
It can be OEM unlocked, I have the warning message at each boot that my bootloader is unlocked.
Also, I don't think it can OTA update, it's running the april update and it says that no update is available.