I recently updated my phone before rooting it. Now StumpRoot or PurpleDrake won't work . The SW Version is LS990ZV6. If anyone knows of any working roots that have very little to no risk of soft/hard brick, that would be awesome.
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CodeCompile said:
I recently updated my phone before rooting it. Now StumpRoot or PurpleDrake won't work . The SW Version is LS990ZV6. If anyone knows of any working roots that have very little to no risk of soft/hard brick, that would be awesome.
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There's not an easy root for ZV6. The good news is you can flash tool back to ZV4 since there's no anti roll back. After flash, stump root then bump TWRP and flash the rooted ZV6 or another LS990 friendly ROM.
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CodeCompile said:
I recently updated my phone before rooting it. Now StumpRoot or PurpleDrake won't work . The SW Version is LS990ZV6. If anyone knows of any working roots that have very little to no risk of soft/hard brick, that would be awesome.
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I just did that stupid update too and lost root access! I used stump to root it so thought I'd download it again and reroot from there but it says I'm already rooted. However, when I check with root checker or super su it says I'm not. If you find anything please let me know.
Seriously? It's the basic rule of the "Stump" root method. It only works once and only on ZV4. If you lose root, you cannot re-root ZV4 or otherwise without using flash to stock ZV4. Then flash a rooted ZV6.
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Batres12 said:
I just did that stupid update too and lost root access! I used stump to root it so thought I'd download it again and reroot from there but it says I'm already rooted. However, when I check with root checker or super su it says I'm not. If you find anything please let me know.
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Just like Mike said, you must go back to zv4 using flashtool. No easy way to root zv6 right now. There is one OTA apk you can rename with root explorer on zv4 to stop over the air updates when you go back to zv4.
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joeyhdownsouth said:
Just like Mike said, you must go back to zv4 using flashtool. No easy way to root zv6 right now. There is one OTA apk you can rename with root explorer on zv4 to stop over the air updates when you go back to zv4.
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I've used flashroot before because I soft-bricked my phone. It was a pain to use. Do you think it might be a long while before a z6 easy root? Also, if I do revert it back to z4, do I have to do a complete wipe?
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I've used flashroot before because I soft-bricked my phone. It was a pain to use. Do you think it might be a long while before a z6 easy root? Also, if I do revert it back to z4, do I have to do a complete wipe?
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Anytime you use flashtool, to flash a factory .tot, it wipes every partition in the phone. You don't have a choice to wipe or not.
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CodeCompile said:
I've used flashroot before because I soft-bricked my phone. It was a pain to use. Do you think it might be a long while before a z6 easy root? Also, if I do revert it back to z4, do I have to do a complete wipe?
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It could take a while. I'm not sure anyone is working on root for the Sprint variant. We probably won't get. Zv6 root until they find an exploit for another variant that happens to work on Sprint.
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What is the OTA apk you are talking about so I can rename it, or can I freeze it?
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joeyhdownsouth said:
Just like Mike said, you must go back to zv4 using flashtool. No easy way to root zv6 right now. There is one OTA apk you can rename with root explorer on zv4 to stop over the air updates when you go back to zv4.
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What is that OTA apk that I can rename, or can I freeze it?
MikeDroid said:
Seriously? It's the basic rule of the "Stump" root method. It only works once and only on ZV4. If you lose root, you cannot re-root ZV4 or otherwise without using flash to stock ZV4. Then flash a rooted ZV6.
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Any links to a rooted ZIP?
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Any links to a rooted ZIP?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2949087
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2950747
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Geez people, pay attention. Read, Read, Read before doing. There must be dozens of posts in the LS990 forums that say ZV6 can't be rooted, don't take the OTA if you're rooted, etc. But you do first, then read.
And the answers to all of these questions about how to fix it have been posted dozens of times, too. Please use the search function, or just read the forums. The answers are all here.
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I am stock rooted and have the update notification sitting around waiting. Is it safe to allow this OTA at my current state? I assume after I will need to root again? If root again, whats the best method?
Thank you!
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jhasty01 said:
I am stock rooted and have the update notification sitting around waiting. Is it safe to allow this OTA at my current state? I assume after I will need to root again? If root again, whats the best method?
Thank you!
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If you want root, don't take it. I suggest you read few more forums.
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I am stock rooted and have the update notification sitting around waiting. Is it safe to allow this OTA at my current state? I assume after I will need to root again? If root again, whats the best method?
Thank you!
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The OTA removes root and to my knowledge, there is no working root method for the OTA at the moment.
You'll need to use VooDoo Root Keeper to retain root for the OTA. It's not guaranteed although it has worked for myself and others. You'll lose any custom recovery and any power to install a custom recovery. You will end up with root on the latest OTA but that's it. That's your only choice right now. Or, of course, staying where you're at.
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You'll need to use VooDoo Root Keeper to retain root for the OTA. It's not guaranteed although it has worked for myself and others. You'll lose any custom recovery and any power to install a custom recovery. You will end up with root on the latest OTA but that's it. That's your only choice right now. Or, of course, staying where you're at.
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Wow......can't install a customer recovery either? That's a new block for Sammy.
Root without recovery is like steak without teeth.
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I would ROM the thing ASAP, you never know what ninja tricks Big Red has up their sleeve.
I've been trying hard to find the answer and I just can't - I searched these threads for a while.
I currently have Galaxy S4 with MDK which is rooted and has the unlocked bootloader.
I have SDM and SEAndroid frozen on Titanium Backup.
I want to un-freeze those and upgrade to the newest version but still keep my root and all of my root apps. I don't care about the unlocked bootloader - all the root apps I use don't have anything to do with using the bootloader (well I have twrp installed but don't use it).
Can I use OTA Rootkeeper, unfreeze SDM and SEAndroid and take the OTA update? Will I still have root access (again remember, I don't need to have unlocked bootloader)?
I ask because I'm very happy with everything on my phone the way it is - I like where my apps are, I like everything. I don't want to bother flashing roms - I just have no interest. I want to do the update and have everything the way it was and all my folders in their place (less the unlocked bootloader) and still have root for my programs like Titanium Backup and Greenify. super su - etc.
Please - any help would be appreciated.
Afaik, taking the update will ineed cost you your current root. However, I am on stock 4.3 and root using vroot and then used a script to uninstall the foreighn superuser app and add supersu. I have experienced no ill effects as of yet, though some would say that they aren't comfortable using this root method. There is no evidence to support it being entirely safe nor malicious in intent. It does provide root and you can keep all your apps data. Though...if you take the update, I would strongly suggest a factory reset to decrease potential problems...just my 2 cents buddy
Unlocked bootloader??? You should tell us how you did it so you can collect the huge bounty
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2504408
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Unlocked bootloader??? You should tell us how you did it so you can collect the huge bounty
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notice he said he was on MDK
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notice he said he was on MDK
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So you're saying that it's possible with MDK?
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notice he said he was on MDK
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The bootloader is technically only bypassed through a Loki exploit, not unlocked.
For all intents & purposes that doesn't change anything to most users so I don't know what Richii was trying to get at.
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Afaik, taking the update will ineed cost you your current root. However, I am on stock 4.3 and root using vroot and then used a script to uninstall the foreighn superuser app and add supersu. I have experienced no ill effects as of yet, though some would say that they aren't comfortable using this root method. There is no evidence to support it being entirely safe nor malicious in intent. It does provide root and you can keep all your apps data. Though...if you take the update, I would strongly suggest a factory reset to decrease potential problems...just my 2 cents buddy
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My whole thing is I would really rather not do a factory reset??
Not sure what richi is getting at or if he actually read my post (mdk)?
mades32388 said:
My whole thing is I would really rather not do a factory reset??
Not sure what richi is getting at or if he actually read my post (mdk)?
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Just flash a stock rooted 4.3 rom. There problem solved
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Surge1223 said:
Just flash a stock rooted 4.3 rom. There problem solved
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Is thats what theyre calling a "dirty flash"? Can you tell me which rom is a stock 4.3?
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My whole thing is I would really rather not do a factory reset??
Not sure what richi is getting at or if he actually read my post (mdk)?
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I read it clearly, you said you had an "unlocked" bootloader so I was curious on what process you used to unlock it.
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I have an MDK so I don't need it. But please do someone a favor, don't kill that MDK S4. Either just flash a rooted 4.3 that was designed for your MDK device, or sell it to someone so they have the opportunity to play with it. There are a ton of people on this forum stuck on the newer versions that would kill to get what you have.
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I have an MDK so I don't need it. But please do someone a favor, don't kill that MDK S4. Either just flash a rooted 4.3 that was designed for your MDK device, or sell it to someone so they have the opportunity to play with it. There are a ton of people on this forum stuck on the newer versions that would kill to get what you have.
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I won't kill it if I knew how to upgrade stock rom without losing my apps and data - lol. That's really my problem. Looks like there's a stock rom here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2517611 - but there are so many files there. I have no idea what to do or which one to download? I don't know what Loki'd Kernel is or Aroma installer, deodexed, etc etc (and I don't have the time) - I just want to upgrade and keep my apps and data the way they are - lol. If after I upgrade it's no good - I'll go back to my backup.
I have MDK with TWRP installed.
Thanks!
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I won't kill it if I knew how to upgrade stock rom without losing my apps and data - lol. That's really my problem. Looks like there's a stock rom here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2517611 - but there are so many files there. I have no idea what to do or which one to download? I don't know what Loki'd Kernel is or Aroma installer, deodexed, etc etc (and I don't have the time) - I just want to upgrade and keep my apps and data the way they are - lol. If after I upgrade it's no good - I'll go back to my backup.
I have MDK with TWRP installed.
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Backup your apps & data using TiBu, then flash a stock 4.3 rom.
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I can walk you through the steps of flashing a ROM buddy, just PM me. I'll look around for a good 4.3 but it would be preferable for you to find a ROM that suits your needs. There are definitely a couple 4.3 options available, check 'em out and let me know if you want to proceed.
With ZV6 appearing to come out tomorrow, the following is already known and worth noting:
Stump Root - The current posted version does not work. This may be addressed at some time down the road but it will probably be as they have time. If you want ZV6 with root, you'll want to wait for a version that allows you to update up from ZV4 while keeping it.
Bump - Indications are that it still works.
Hopefully getting this out there now will help people make informed decisions. Thank you.
What about those who used stump root to gain root when it came out, just root, no custom recovery. I think it was like a month, month & a 1/2 & then bump came out? I mean does using bump supercede stump, so now I am bumped, & not stumped & bumped lol. This making any sense?
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What about those who used stump root to gain root when it came out, just root, no custom recovery. I think it was like a month, month & a 1/2 & then bump came out? I mean does using bump supercede stump, so now I am bumped, & not stumped & bumped lol. This making any sense?
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Huh?
These are two completely different things.
Stump is a root method.
Bumped is a broader bootloader bypass.
You need root to bump, and stump is the only way to root the LS990.
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Huh?
These are two completely different things.
Stump is a root method.
Bumped is a broader bootloader bypass.
You need root to bump, and stump is the only way to root the LS990.
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Yeah sorry I read it wrong when I first read it. When I came back to disregard you had already quoted me anyway so.........all good
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I foolishly accepted the OTA this morning and lost root. Blurgh. Stump still says I'm rooted, supersu says otherwise. Any ideas? Besides time travel.
You'll have to use LG flash tool and go back to ZV4, then root all over again. There's a sticky at the top of the forum on how to do this.
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You'll have to use LG flash tool and go back to ZV4, then root all over again. There's a sticky at the top of the forum on how to do this.
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Thanks. Figured that's what it would be, as I did the same thing. Everything seems normal, GPS was acting strange the other night, but I may do this anyway as a precaution.
i just got the lg g3 sprint on a trade..came with 4.4.2 zv6..i traded thinking there was simple root..well now im stumped...gues im gonna just selll the phone
lucky_515 said:
i just got the lg g3 sprint on a trade..came with 4.4.2 zv6..i traded thinking there was simple root..well now im stumped...gues im gonna just selll the phone
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This will give you the info you need. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=57185864
I know this has probably been asked a few times but I can't follow along for whatever reason.
I'm wanting to root my Verizon LG G3 on Lollipop 5.0.1 [Release VS98523C]
I have never rooted this phone before. It is entirely stock.
How can I do this or can it be done?
RBarnett09 said:
I know this has probably been asked a few times but I can't follow along for whatever reason.
I'm wanting to root my Verizon LG G3 on Lollipop 5.0.1 [Release VS98523C]
I have never rooted this phone before. It is entirely stock.
How can I do this or can it be done?
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I'm pretty sure the one click root will work on LP
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/guide-root-lg-firmwares-kitkat-lollipop-t3056951
You can also get vs985 autorec from the play store to quick flash twrp on there
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I'm pretty sure the one click root will work on LP
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/guide-root-lg-firmwares-kitkat-lollipop-t3056951
You can also get vs985 autorec from the play store to quick flash twrp on there
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Thank you, man.
I'm also concerned about unrooting as well, so if I rooted this way and then wanted to unroot in the future, I'm concerned about trying to figure out how to go about that as well.
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RBarnett09 said:
Thank you, man.
I'm also concerned about unrooting as well, so if I rooted this way and then wanted to unroot in the future, I'm concerned about trying to figure out how to go about that as well.
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There are unroot tools in the play store as well and also some other guides here in the general section i believe.
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There are unroot tools in the play store as well and also some other guides here in the general section i believe.
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Somehow I managed to overlook where it says you can just unroot in within SuperSU. Lol.
Thanks again, man.
Now if I can just manage to find an updated version of TWRP for this phone that I can flash via AutoRec.
Once you are rooted TWRP manager from the Play Store will do all that for you also.
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Wont find LG serial port
Every way i have tried it will not find the lg serial port
RBarnett09 said:
Thank you, man.
I'm also concerned about unrooting as well, so if I rooted this way and then wanted to unroot in the future, I'm concerned about trying to figure out how to go about that as well.
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The issue though with unrooting is it just removes root, but does not put the G3 back into stock condition. If you look under settings->About Phone->Software info, you'll see it shows it as "Modified" which means no OTAs will be accepted more than likely. The only way to go back to pure stock is to flash via KDZ or TOT images, which wipes your phone. That's the only way to get back to pure stock where it won't show modified as the status.
To learn more about the G3, I would suggest going to the following post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/help/help-thread-lg-g3-question-t2947298
From reading through that post, I learned everything I needed to about the LG G3 when I was considering switching to it and knew that I would be able to flash ROMs, root, etc. It is what sold me on getting the phone.
Please i need help i want to root my verizon s4 and i dont know what i have to do.
i Know that i can root it,but only if in nk1 but i dont find nothing about downgrade
luisgabrielfrias said:
Please i need help i want to root my verizon s4 and i dont know what i have to do.
i Know that i can root it,but only if in nk1 but i dont find nothing about downgrade
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you can't root oc1. and you can't downgrade to any kitkat firmware from oc1.
Omg
Thanks for your response
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I just rooted with king root 4.1 holy sh**
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Bren123 said:
I just rooted with king root 4.1 holy sh**
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stop spamming kid we know kingroot works for some devices note SOME not all which is why it isn't stickied
He's not lying. I just tried it myself. Went right to kingroot website. It says not available but click to try it anyway and it did work.
More pis.
I can back up his claims and this is post lollipop without root.
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verizon galaxy s4 root is real
Another verizon galaxy s4 with the same story.. it said not supported on the main screen of the app...but did like i read others and tried..and just checked and its rooted...finally!! now i can use my phone again!!!
oh and this is as of 7/16/15
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Another verizon galaxy s4 with the same story.. it said not supported on the main screen of the app...but did like i read others and tried..and just checked and its rooted...finally!! now i can use my phone again!!!
oh and this is as of 7/16/15
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Maybe its real, maybe its not...I am just not too comfortable using King Root on my phone...China!!!
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Maybe its real, maybe its not...I am just not too comfortable using King Root on my phone...China!!!
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it'll probably be your only method. the Chinese seem to be taking over these root and jailbreak exploits. over on iOS, TaiG is the only group who has a jailbreak for the newest versions of that. and kingroot seems to be getting a similar status for people who want one-click root exploits.
keep in mind, root is a dangerous thing and it seriously harms the security of your device. you may not trust the Chinese, but they've probably been doing this all along.
good news though, you can replace the kinguser stuff with SuperSU somehow. don't ask me, I'm still running KitKat
KingRoot works. I just did it. Super easy.
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good news though, you can replace the kinguser stuff with SuperSU somehow. don't ask me, I'm still running KitKat
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Follow this:
http://zidroid.com/how-to-get-ride-a...h-supersu-app/
to replace the KingUser app with SuperSU if you want.
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Follow this:
http://zidroid.com/how-to-get-ride-a...h-supersu-app/
to replace the KingUser app with SuperSU if you want.
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link gives a 404 error. and i'm running a rooted kitkat ROM (eclipse) which already came with SuperSU
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link gives a 404 error. and i'm running a rooted kitkat ROM (eclipse) which already came with SuperSU
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http://zidroid.com/how-to-get-ride-and-replace-kinguser-with-supersu-app/
I might be wrong but my understanding is that currently you can not install install any custom ROM on OC1, so why rush to root?
Any reason besides ability to uninstall some apps?
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I might be wrong but my understanding is that currently you can not install install any custom ROM on OC1, so why rush to root?
Any reason besides ability to uninstall some apps?
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eh, there's the xposed framework (deodexed roms only tho), AdAway, etc
The ability to tether is why I did it.
solarbarack said:
The ability to tether is why I did it.
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eh. you don't really need root for that, you could use FoxFi. if you wanted native tether without the silly subscription thing, yea you'd need root
vm81 said:
I might be wrong but my understanding is that currently you can not install install any custom ROM on OC1, so why rush to root?
Any reason besides ability to uninstall some apps?
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Apparently you can flash Stang5litre ROM on OTA 5.01 using Flashfire. I haven't tried it myself but if you go to the last couple of pages on the Stang5litre topic you will see post from those who were successful in flashing it on OC1.