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Hi @all,
this thread is for help you all on how to install/flash CM7 or better "Gingerbread" on our device.
Too many users posts every and every day the same questions - so, here you have a right place to ask for all of your interests.
@Mods:
This thread is created to become clean DEV threads - please, do not close
great thread mate !
maybe i'm the first one to ask a question here
how to enable the a2sd on CM7 beta 1.1 by mik ?
arielxarg said:
great thread mate !
maybe i'm the first one to ask a question here
how to enable the a2sd on CM7 beta 1.1 by mik ?
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flash a2sd dark tremor search it on xda i think it is in nexus one discussion
andy572 said:
Hi @all,
this thread is for help you all on how to install/flash CM7 or better "Gingerbread" on our device.
Too many users posts every and every day the same questions - so, here you have a right place to ask for all of your interests.
@Mods:
This thread is created to become clean DEV threads - please, do not close
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That was quick andy
Thanks
irondevil said:
flash a2sd dark tremor search it on xda i think it is in nexus one discussion
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thanks mate ! now i can install a tons of apps without thinking about my internal memory
arielxarg said:
thanks mate ! now i can install a tons of apps without thinking about my internal memory
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you're welcome
ps: please to say thanks use thanks button
arielxarg said:
thanks mate ! now i can install a tons of apps without thinking about my internal memory
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after using a2sd script not all the data go to sdcard, right? some still remain @ internal?
so whats the best gingerbread to run on the p500? are there many bugs or fc's or anything? should i just stick to 2.2(.x)
great place to ask... but will the questions be answered right away?
i thought at first, as the title implies...
right after clicking the link, i thought i will see steps and procedures and best bets for GB ports and ROMS... but somehow.. its not the idea...
i guess we should rename the title... GB discussions of some sort...
because this cant be the thread with a guide to install something....
just my 2 cents.
kenblat said:
after using a2sd script not all the data go to sdcard, right? some still remain @ internal?
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to complete the installation procedure give this command through terminal emulator "a2sd cachesd" with root permission and enjoy a2sd
irondevil said:
to complete the installation procedure give this command through terminal emulator "a2sd cachesd" with root permission and enjoy a2sd
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after using the darktremor's a2sd i got some bug ( honestly i dont know its a bug or not )
after i moved some of my photos and music from my pc , when i want to open the photo on gallery , it keep saying that sdcard not mounted
i already try to remounted the sdcard through the settings but it doesn't work
but when i try the music player and the file manager , it can detect the music and also the picture. just the gallery can't detect it.
any suggestion ?
arielxarg said:
after using the darktremor's a2sd i got some bug ( honestly i dont know its a bug or not )
after i moved some of my photos and music from my pc , when i want to open the photo on gallery , it keep saying that sdcard not mounted
i already try to remounted the sdcard through the settings but it doesn't work
but when i try the music player and the file manager , it can detect the music and also the picture. just the gallery can't detect it.
any suggestion ?
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Reboot once more.
it's not working :S
i already reboot several times
Currently I am using CM7 beta 1.1 from mik on my phone, but I wish to install andy's gingerbread version.
Do I need to wipe all data first? Or is there any way I can install both side by side?
Sent from my LG-P500 using the XDA mobile application powered by Tapatalk
Is anyone having problems getting their phone to mount after installing mik's CM7? I no longer get the prompt to turn on USB storage when I connect to my computer. It does make the little ding though for USB debugging.
Hello !
- i am new to Android ( LG P500 ) , and i want to install Android 2.3.3 CM7 beta2 by mik_os , i really don't know what to do , can anyone tell me the steps ? what do i need ?
so far i managed to root the phone using (z4root @permanent)
what's next !?
i am using Windows 7 x64 , my phone is running Android 2.2 Froyo it's an Unlocked Vodafone LG P500.
ThankYou and sorry for my bad english.
PS: if i flash the phone with CM7 will it still be network unlocked (it was locked @vodafone) ??
PS: if i flash the phone with CM7 will it still be network unlocked (it was locked @vodafone) ??
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Yes. Your choice of ROM has no effect on the SIM unlock. I have an Optimus T that I unlocked from T mobile and I have installed lots of different ROMS and it has remained unlocked.
Sent from my LG P-509
Hello everyone, I'm having an "issue" with CM7. Someone made a wifi fix for Beta 1, and now Beta 2 has a fix itself and it's all fine except I have to give the terminal superuser permission in order for it to work.
I was wondering if there's a way for it to automatically give permission as I have to write su everytime I turn my phone on and that's a bit lame :x
su is the root command. Whenever you want root access, you type su. It is made this way because the shell does not need root for all commands. So you may want to browse your folders via shell, and you wont need su for that.
In all linux distros, and unix too, you type su when needing root access... that's the way it works. Be happy that you don't need to type the admin password whenever going root via su, as you would in linux/unix.
jmartinho said:
Hello everyone, I'm having an "issue" with CM7. Someone made a wifi fix for Beta 1, and now Beta 2 has a fix itself and it's all fine except I have to give the terminal superuser permission in order for it to work.
I was wondering if there's a way for it to automatically give permission as I have to write su everytime I turn my phone on and that's a bit lame :x
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No, you don't have to be a superuser for it to work. The "su" command is just needed to check if the fix is working. If you just run the command "iwconfig wlan0" the terminal gives back to you wrong values, due to the lack of superuser command. But it doesn't mean the power management or the txpower are not working.
Hi guys, I am eyeing for improving performance of my LG OPtimus One, specially the Megatron ROM by applying cooked ROMS(probably the megatron). Unfortunately,I have less ideas yet about this due to I am still new to Android.
1. I have already rooted using Z4 for superuser
2. What to do next?
Please guide me guys......
Read here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=901247
I would recommend the Nessy #Euridice ROM over Megatron....
Void echo rom + Dev caverman v3 kernel + galaxy s theme + CPU overclock = pwnage
@ccdreadcc
Hey...how's the dev caverman v3 kernel as compared to sippollo's or mik v1.1 ?
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@ccdreadcc
Hey...how's the dev caverman v3 kernel as compared to sippollo's or mik v1.1 ?
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just ultrasmoother
ccdreadcc said:
just ultrasmoother
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really? sippollos incorporates miks and cavemans kernels into one.. i always thought that would work best
Trying is nt gonna hurt...
ccdreadcc said:
Trying is nt gonna hurt...
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i tried cavemans, the multitouch is still buggy.. i think cavemans only fixes the touch response. sippollos uses cavemans touch fix and miks multitouch fix
i dnt play much games on o1 lol.
Its like very childish ..
Thank you for the reply guys.
I followed the Amon_RA recovery port..
In here: h t t p://androidforums.com/getitnowmarketing/221388-custom-recovery-optimus-one-p500-thunderg.html#post1896517
I am confused where is ADB shell or terminal?
Download terminal from market.
Sent from my LG-P500 using XDA App
Now I'm confused....when you say that you have followed the amon_ra recovery method, and yet you ask what is ADB... how did you do it ...
If I assume correctly, then you want to follow the amon_ra method...right?
in that case check this out :
http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/what-is-adb-and-how-to-install-it-android/
for usb drivers, use the lg tool to download the usb drivers and then either install them manually or use lg tool to install them.
After that follow amon_ra method...
Guys, I am using a terminal emulator downloaded from the market which seems easier initially(In case this wont work, Ill go with hell1134's suggestion).
hell1134, sorry, I was quite confusing, I mean I am going to follow yet amon_ra
How to put the flash_image.img and recovery-RA-GNM-thunderg-1.1.0.img to the root of my SD card? It says cannot copy, write-protected or access denied... The scenario is I extracted the zip files downloaded from the site and then copy and pasted the two image files to the SD card.
Sorry, I am still newbie about these stuffs. Please help..
copy the 2 zip to root of sd
and also extract them (on sd)
then follow instructions
@ ciolnadu
Hahaha! I dont know if I got it right but I reformatted my SD card through Windows XP reformatting so it cleaned my SD card. Then I downloaded again the two zip files to my hard disk drive and extracted the two image files to the newly reformatted SD card.
Ok...now I get the picture...
To put the flash_image.img and recovery-RA-GNM-thunderg-1.1.0.img to the root of my SD card, connect your phone to your PC with usb cable. A notification will come on your phone where there will be an option to " turn on USB storage " -> select/click it.
It will immediately turn orange and there will be another option to " turn off USB storage ". Do not click it.
Yor phone will be recognised as mass storage device by your PC. Copy the flash_image.img and recovery-RA-GNM-thunderg-1.1.0.img files to the mass storage ( like any other usb storage device like pen drive ). MAKE SURE IT IS NOT PLACE IN ANY FOLDER.
Now on the phone click " turn off usb storage " on phone and disconnect from your PC.
Well...that puts those files to your sd card's root.
Edit: Oops ... guess was a bit late ..
One advice....try to format the SD card via phone settings...might remove most sd card related problems.
@ hell1134
That is what I did and they are pasted now =)
Now I am using the Terminal Emulator and Wifi Keyboard to follow and apply the terminal codes (quite confusing for a newbie indeed but I should manage ^^ ). Now the problem is I am stuck with the code:
# mv /system/etc/install-recovery.sh /system/etc/install-recovery.sh.bak
It says, "failed on '/system/etc/install-recovery.sh' - No such file or directly
What shall I do guys? Am I missing something?
Update:
Quoted from "Getitnowmarketing" answering to the same experienced from another user there:
You dont want that file there as it keeps recovery from "sticking" its not in all roms usually there ater you do an ota update. That command removes it. If its not there move on to next step.
>.< So seems my ROM hasnt it, so I must proceed to the next command
Update:
I am already rebooted to the Recovery Menu. I'm so excited hahaha!^^ (noob me)
I am doing a Nand Backup + Ext + Android Secure
Ill keep you updated guys. Thanks!
hi,i bought a tablet apollo quicki 726 model number (quicki 730) android version 4.0.3 kernel version 3.0.8 [email protected] #4 i write from about tablet im not good with this things can somebody help me to root the device or to install ubuntu or something because i cant even create a new folder in internal memory it keep give me the error i dont have permission.thank you.
You can use super1clickroot to root your device or other applications like that.
You can search in xda for: how to root a device
The results are generally guides which can help you to root your device
Regarding installing Ubuntu on a tablet I don't think it has ever been done before
Sent from my GT-I5800 using XDA
If you do get root, make sure to have clockworkmod for that particular device.. because if something goes wrong when you start 'experimenting' with apps with roots, atleast you have a backup.
Thank you very much
Cant access recovery menu
need more help please,in device manager in the computer i have this from the tablet (A13 Flash USB Device) i dont know what driver to install i try google usb drivers and didnt work,i cant access recovery menu and im totally lost ) can u give me some advice please?i put some pictures maybe can u help me.thank you
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Hi all and hope your okay,
I have an android 4.0.4 dual sim chinese tablet that i would like to root. I would like to know if there is a working one click root android app or a pc software that would root this device of mine? I have tried a few one click root programs but without success and some are still under development and some yet dont support root of android version 4.0.4 yet. Does anyone know of any working one click root methods for android 4.0.4? Thanks for any help. Take good care.
my tablet information:
Latest dual sim 7" HD Tablet Phone (Phablet) with MTK6575 cpu
Operating System: Android 4.0.4
Model: MID
Kernel Version: 3.0.13
Build Number: ALPS.ICS.MP.V2.2
Re root your dual phone
I have the same device.i did root it but i am not good in writing details of how to do it.i can forward the procedure to you if you can leave your e mail.this is on condition thatyou will write the details on how to do it on this website so that others that are facing this type of your issue will be able to solve it using ths procedure
Thank you my freind, I promise to write up the whole root procedure.
femmy4us said:
I have the same device.i did root it but i am not good in writing details of how to do it.i can forward the procedure to you if you can leave your e mail.this is on condition thatyou will write the details on how to do it on this website so that others that are facing this type of your issue will be able to solve it using ths procedure
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Thank you very much femmy4us my freind, you are a life saver. My email address is : [email protected] . I promise to write up the whole procedure for others so long as i can do it and understand it myself, p.s i hope its a one click solution.
femmy4us said:
I have the same device.i did root it but i am not good in writing details of how to do it.i can forward the procedure to you if you can leave your e mail.this is on condition thatyou will write the details on how to do it on this website so that others that are facing this type of your issue will be able to solve it using ths procedure
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hope you can post a solution soon my freind.
Alps,ics.mp.v2.2
Files and instruction already e-mailed to the above e-mail address. Once again i take no credit for it
MTK6575 Android 4.0.4 build: APLS.ICS.MP.V2.2 Now successfully ROOTED
femmy4us said:
Files and instruction already e-mailed to the above e-mail address. Once again i take no credit for it
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I cant thank you enough my freind, this guy femmy4us is a superstar a truely considerate helping genuine kind person. Now the Dual sim MTK6575 Android 4.0.4 tablet phone with the build number: Alps.ics.mp.v2.2 can now be successfully ROOTED. I will post detailed info. on how to root this device in a moment, NOTE: this method well may work with other Android 4.0.4 devices but has not yet been tested. Please inform us all if this trick works for your device and state the device and its build number etc.
MTK6575 Android 4.0.4 build: ALPS.ICS.MP.V2.2 OneClick ROOT Method
This is a modified Haipai I9220 root method used to ROOT the MTK6575 Dual Sim Android 4.0.4 chinese tablet phone with build number ALPS.ICS.MP.V2.2.
NOTE: This method may well work for other Android 4.0.4 devices but has not been tested.
This is a ONE CLICK root method but needs setting up before use.
Before using this method please make sure you have your usb cable driver installed and working! (search the net for MTK65xx usb driver on google if you dont have it already)
First of all Download the attachement file Android 4.0.4 mtk6575 Alps.ICS.MP.V2.2 ROOT.rar and extract it to you system using winrar. Then
1. Go to your device settings and turn OFF usb debugging and connect the device to the pc using the cable and select "Turn on Usb Storage" on your device when the prompt appears.
2. Now your internal memory and sd card should be mounted on your computer as drives e.g F:\ and G:\ so you should be able to access your devices internal memory and sd card as drives in my computer or windows explorer, go to your devices internal memory drive on widows explorer (NOT THE SD CARD DRIVE) e.g the first of the two drives and
3. Locate a folder called ‘ data’ (if its not already there create it) and open it
4. Create a new folder inside 'data' folder and name it “local” . Remember it is without apostrophy
5. Open the local folder created and create another folder inside the local folder. Name this folder “tmp”
6. Open ‘Root- without- unlock- folder’ (It is in the file that you downloaded and extracted to your hard drive) and copy both “su.file” and ‘superuser.apk’ files to ‘tmp’ folder you created on your devices mounted internal memory drive.
7. Now turn off usb storage on your device and unplug your device
8. Go to settings, developer options, make sure usb debugging is checked this time (ON)
9. Plug in your device again (it may also be wise to enable "stay awake" option in developer options so your screen wont switch off and you will be able to see whats happening on your device).
10. Open Root haipai I9220 folder. (It is in the file that you downloaded and extracted to your system)
11. Double click root.bat and carefully follow the on screen instruction
12. After it is completely done and your device is rebooted for the 3rd time, there will be a prompt to allow superuser installation on your device because the option will come up on your device after restart, choose accept or allow and thats it your device is fully rooted!
To make sure your device is rooted you should now see a new app called superuser in your device.
NOTE: Make sure you dont unplug the cable halfway during the root process or you may brick your device!!!!
All thanks and credits go to the original developers of the programs and to femmy4us for bringing it to us and sharing it with us.
ENJOY!.
Android MTK 6577
Hi,
I have a chinese Android dual sim mobile, HDC i9300 MTK 6577 Android 4.0.4.
Will this rooting software and procedure work on it as well.
Also, as l am new to the Android usage, how do l upgrade the phone to 4.1
Please advise
thanks
alz_uk said:
This is a modified Haipai I9220 root method used to ROOT the MTK6575 Dual Sim Android 4.0.4 chinese tablet phone with build number ALPS.ICS.MP.V2.2.
NOTE: This method may well work for other Android 4.0.4 devices but has not been tested.
This is a ONE CLICK root method but needs setting up before use.
Before using this method please make sure you have your usb cable driver installed and working! (search the net for MTK65xx usb driver on google if you dont have it already)
First of all Download the attachement file Android 4.0.4 mtk6575 Alps.ICS.MP.V2.2 ROOT.rar and extract it to you system using winrar. Then
1. Go to settings and turn OFF usb debugging and connect the device to the pc using the cable and select "Turn on Usb Storage" on your device when the prompt appears.
2. Now your internal memory and sd card should be mounted on your computer as drives e.g F:\ and G:\ so you should be able to access your devices internal memory and sd card as drives in my computer or windows explorer, go to your devices internal memory drive on widows explorer (NOT THE SD CARD DRIVE) e.g the first of the two drives and
3. Locate a folder called ‘ data’ and open it
4. Create a new folder inside 'data' folder and name it “local” . Remember it is without apostrophy
5. Open the local folder created and create another folder inside the local folder. Name this folder “tmp”
6. Open ‘Root- without- unlock- folder’ (It is in the file that you downloaded and extracted to your hard drive) and copy both “su.file” and ‘superuser.apk’ files to ‘tmp’ folder you created on your devices mounted internal memory drive.
7. Now turn off usb storage on your device and unplug your device
8. Go to settings, developer options, make sure usb debugging is checked this time (ON)
9. Plug in your device again (it may also be wise to enable "stay awake" option in developer options so your screen wont switch off and you will be able to see whats happening on your device.
10. Open Root haipai I9220 folder. (It is in the file that you downloaded and extracted to your system)
11. Double click root.bat and carefully follow the on screen instruction
12. After it is completely done and your device is rebooted for the 3rd time, there will be a prompt to allow superuser installation on your device because the option will come up on your device after restart, choose accept or allow and thats it your device is fully rooted!
To make sure your device is rooted you should now see a new app called superuser in your device.
NOTE: Make sure you dont unplug the cable halfway during the root process or you may brick your device!!!!
All thanks and credits go to the original developers of the programs and to femmy4us for bringing it to us and sharing it with us.
ENJOY!.
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mohammad.nomaan said:
Hi,
I have a chinese Android dual sim mobile, HDC i9300 MTK 6577 Android 4.0.4.
Will this rooting software and procedure work on it as well.
Also, as l am new to the Android usage, how do l upgrade the phone to 4.1
Please advise
thanks
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Hello,
It may well work for you too. You wont find out until youve tried it and i dont think it will brick your phone. OR you could try this link made for your model:
http://colonelzap.blogspot.co.uk/2012/08/hdc-galaxy-s3-i9300-rooting-and-play.html
What is the build number of your dual sim phone? is it the same as alps.ics.mp.v2.2?
Hope this helps.
root for HY731
Hi there..i watch above post about root for 4.0.4..so i have a Hyundai 7" tablet that model name is HY731..it have 4.0.4 version ..so please tell me can i root is successfully and without problem..yes or no?if yes,how??!!..Thanks guys
hassbany18 said:
Hi there..i watch above post about root for 4.0.4..so i have a Hyundai 7" tablet that model name is HY731..it have 4.0.4 version ..so please tell me can i root is successfully and without problem..yes or no?if yes,how??!!..Thanks guys
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What is the build number of your tablet? You can got to "settings" in you device and "about tablet" and find out the build number from there.
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alz_uk said:
What is the build number of your tablet? You can got to "settings" in you device and "about tablet" and find out the build number from there.
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the build number : hy731.20120926
the kernel version : 3.0.8
hassbany18 said:
the build number : hy731.20120926
the kernel version : 3.0.8
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It's been confirmed working only on the build number ALPS.ICS.MP.V2.2. I havent heard from anyone else reporting its worked for them or it hasent worked for them on their device so you may well go ahead and give it a shot it may work for you aswell since its Android 4.0.4 with the same file structure.
If you do go ahead and give it a shot do please remember to give us feedback and make sure you follow the instructions carefully!
V1277 or V12 or Starlight Dou Chinese Dual SIM Phone
I have this lovely Dual SIM Chinese phone which I would like to root for several reasons. I am told by a Chinese correspondent that it uses either the MTK6575 or the MTK6577. The build is E1911_V77_BAOL_G20_20120813. I suspect from the build that it is the MTK6577. I am having an issue with Play Store only showing free Apps and I would like to fix that. Also, I would like to fix the red underline (incorrect) English words that is showing while I am using the android keyboard.
Do you know of any specific Root script that will work with this?
And in you instructions you mentioned the folder /data, however, on this phone that folder is a sub folder of Android folder. i.e. android/data. Will I need to rewrite the runme.bat to reflect this path or make a folder /data?
Thanks
P.S. The phone is called the V75 or V1277 or the Starlight Duo on this website Lightinthebox.com
alz_uk said:
This is a modified Haipai I9220 root method used to ROOT the MTK6575 Dual Sim Android 4.0.4 chinese tablet phone with build number ALPS.ICS.MP.V2.2.
NOTE: This method may well work for other Android 4.0.4 devices but has not been tested.
This is a ONE CLICK root method but needs setting up before use.
Before using this method please make sure you have your usb cable driver installed and working! (search the net for MTK65xx usb driver on google if you dont have it already)
First of all Download the attachement file Android 4.0.4 mtk6575 Alps.ICS.MP.V2.2 ROOT.rar and extract it to you system using winrar. Then
1. Go to your device settings and turn OFF usb debugging and connect the device to the pc using the cable and select "Turn on Usb Storage" on your device when the prompt appears.
2. Now your internal memory and sd card should be mounted on your computer as drives e.g F:\ and G:\ so you should be able to access your devices internal memory and sd card as drives in my computer or windows explorer, go to your devices internal memory drive on widows explorer (NOT THE SD CARD DRIVE) e.g the first of the two drives and
3. Locate a folder called ‘ data’ and open it
4. Create a new folder inside 'data' folder and name it “local” . Remember it is without apostrophy
5. Open the local folder created and create another folder inside the local folder. Name this folder “tmp”
6. Open ‘Root- without- unlock- folder’ (It is in the file that you downloaded and extracted to your hard drive) and copy both “su.file” and ‘superuser.apk’ files to ‘tmp’ folder you created on your devices mounted internal memory drive.
7. Now turn off usb storage on your device and unplug your device
8. Go to settings, developer options, make sure usb debugging is checked this time (ON)
9. Plug in your device again (it may also be wise to enable "stay awake" option in developer options so your screen wont switch off and you will be able to see whats happening on your device).
10. Open Root haipai I9220 folder. (It is in the file that you downloaded and extracted to your system)
11. Double click root.bat and carefully follow the on screen instruction
12. After it is completely done and your device is rebooted for the 3rd time, there will be a prompt to allow superuser installation on your device because the option will come up on your device after restart, choose accept or allow and thats it your device is fully rooted!
To make sure your device is rooted you should now see a new app called superuser in your device.
NOTE: Make sure you dont unplug the cable halfway during the root process or you may brick your device!!!!
All thanks and credits go to the original developers of the programs and to femmy4us for bringing it to us and sharing it with us.
ENJOY!.
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ayonbaxter said:
I have this lovely Dual SIM Chinese phone which I would like to root for several reasons. I am told by a Chinese correspondent that it uses either the MTK6575 or the MTK6577. The build is E1911_V77_BAOL_G20_20120813. I suspect from the build that it is the MTK6577. I am having an issue with Play Store only showing free Apps and I would like to fix that. Also, I would like to fix the red underline (incorrect) English words that is showing while I am using the android keyboard.
Do you know of any specific Root script that will work with this?
And in you instructions you mentioned the folder /data, however, on this phone that folder is a sub folder of Android folder. i.e. android/data. Will I need to rewrite the runme.bat to reflect this path or make a folder /data?
Thanks
P.S. The phone is called the V75 or V1277 or the Starlight Duo on this website Lightinthebox.com
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I couldnt find any information on your tablet my freind, Is your android device android 4.0.4? You you may well try what you are saying and it may work. Personally i am only a messenger passing on the information and dont know anything about android programming.
It looks like this method will root most android 4.0.4 tablets with the same file structure.
Thanks alz_uk, Your guide worked for me. Much appreciated.
Re:V1277 or V12 or Starlight Dou Chinese Dual SIM Phone
alz_uk said:
I couldnt find any information on your tablet my freind, Is your android device android 4.0.4? You you may well try what you are saying and it may work. Personally i am only a messenger passing on the information and dont know anything about android programming.
It looks like this method will root most android 4.0.4 tablets with the same file structure.
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It is really a phone although I don't think that makes any difference. Yes is it is an Android 4.04 phone.
Thanks
I used it on my friend's Chinese knock off Htc 6" screen phone running 4.0.4 and it worked with no problems.
I've just rooted yet another android 4.0.4 phone with this technique. Remember if there isnt a folder called data on your phones internal memory then creat it and follow the instructions in the first page of this post and you should be okay.
Hi all, who know, where to get the firmware on my phone GT-I9220?
Hi all, who know, where to get the firmware on my phone GT-I9220?
OS: Android 4.0.4
Model: GT-I9220 5-inch MTK6575
Kernel Version: 3.0.13
Build Number: ALPS.ICS.MP.V2.2
Custom build version: L207.MTK6515.2012_09_10
When I switched over from Blackberry to Android , I was wandering literally all over forums trying to get all these information.
Initially I was very hesitant to even root my phone as I thought I will Brick it !!! Then I went through a lot of articles on linux , android , and follwed developers like hashcode , dtrail1 , pedrotorresfilho , hsdpilot and llearnt more from them.
Even now I see a lot of posts by beginners asking How to Root ? How to Flash ? ..I wanted to help and encourage these beginners to explore the exciting world of open source with no limits ... This is a comprehensive guide with videos . Trust me guys Rooting and flashing is not that complicated provided you follow the steps given by the developers ...
Disclaimer : This is not intended to people who fear their warranty is lost after flashing !!! :laugh:
ASSUMPTION : I am assuming you have stock Razr without root or custom ROMs.
ALL THE STEPS AND PROCEDURES IN MY GUIDE ARE TRIED AND TESTED ON MY RAZR SO THEY ARE 100% WORKING
What is Rooting ? What are the benefits ?
I can go all day explain about rooting , in simple words it gives you admin access to all your file system on your android device.
There are several applications out there which helps you to customize , tweak your device which is otherwise blocked by your stock ( factory installed) android OS.
How to Root ?
There are several methods to do it . But I suggest you to use Easy One click root by EternityProject. Very easy and safe for beginners .
If you feel you want to unroot , just single click and your back to stock / factory condition
Just follow the step by step instruction listed.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1710871
Video tutorial : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaVJyxv0Kd0
How do I install ( will now be referred to as flash ) custom ROM's ?
Before you flash any ROM's you need to have a custom recovery to help to flash these ROM's.
Again there are many Custom recovery out there like Clock work Mod recovery , Boot menu manager ( gaining popularity ) , and the most safest " Safestrap recovery" . Why I like this is because it helps to Instal ROM's on different partition and your stock ROM remains safe , and very less chances to brick your phone. Boot Menu also works on a similar logic and is also very good , the learning curve is slightly higher. Yes there are limitation that certain ROM's are not supported on SafeStrap , but as I said this is just a NOOB's guide and to start, so SafeStrap is a better option.
Safestrap is developed by HashCode :
1. Download the latest Safestrap APK from here. http://blog.hash-of-codes.com/downloads/safestrap/
2. Find the APK using a Filemanager tool and open it on your device, then click “Install”.
3. Once installed, open up the Safestrap application as you would any other app.
4.Then use the “Install Recovery” button. You should see the current version down in the lower left corner of the window. And the “Status:” should say “Installed” when you’re done.
5. From there you can reboot and you *should* see a new splash screen during the boot up. While this is showing you can enter Safestrap Recovery using the [ menu ] button.
Video tutorial : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAqphCaein0
Once you have installed Safestrap your all good to go and play with your Razr by installing custom ROM's.
word of caution : Make sure the ROM you are installing is compatible with your Razr CDMA/GSM
BEFORE YOU FLASH ANY ROM/FILES DO A COMPLETE PHONE BACK UP USING ANY OF THE METHODS IN THE NEXT THREAD
One of my favorite ICS ROM is Eclipse 1.5 because its a very stable , smooth and has good battery performance.
Here's the link on how to instal it :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1795493
Quick summary on Instal using safestrap :
a) Download the latest ( non beta ) version of Eclipse ROM to your SD card
d) Reboot to recovery mode.
c) Goto Boot Options , Click on ROM slot 2 , choose size ( 2 GB is ok) and create a partition and give it a nickname if u need ( ex eclipse)
d) Now you must see ROM slot 2 as Active , so all your future operations will be affected on this slot.
e) Come back to main menu , goto wipe : wipe cache , dalvik cache , and then factory reset
d) Come back to main menu again goto instal , choose the file from your SD card . You instal will start.
e) For GSM users only : after instal of ROM , instal this patch http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1805380
f) Reboot , this will take longer than usual as your file system is getting setup for first use.
g) Your dome !!!
h) If you want to go back to your stock , just reboot into recovery and activate your stock ROM slot . Reboot
Video Tutorial : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YYuQ1fw0a8 ( this is for bionoc but the steps are same for Razr/Maxx)
FAQ section :
Q: How do I back up my apps so that i can use them once I flash custom ROM ??
A :Instal titanium backup , and backup Apps + data . Once your done flashing your new ROM restore backup * Refer the next post to do a full phone backup without root.
Q: I am selling my mobile / exchanging it how do I bring it back to factory condition ???
Step 1: Boot to Safestrap recovery , Make your Moto rom as active . Goto your Custom ROM slot , wipe cache , dalvik cache , factory reset. Reboot.
Step 2: Goto Safestrap , uninstall recovery , Uninstall Safestrap.
Step 3: Goto Super user app , unroot. , uninstall Super User app.
Done !
If you have any questions feel free to ask
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Full backup of Stock ROM Using Safestrap
1. Boot into recovery
2. Select ( activate) your stock ROM
3. Goto Back up , set backup name as Stock
4. Choose external SD , swipe to backup .
To restore :
1. Select and Activate Stock ROM slot
2. Goto Restore , choose file from SD and restore.
Same steps can be followed for Custom ROM also , but be careful when you restore you choose the correct ROM slot or else you will brick your phone.
Your Backup will be found on : SDcard/TWRP/BACKUPS/.....
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FULL Phone backup without using ROOT
Before beginning, you need to setup your ADB and have your device detected. You must also running Android version 4.0 and above. Also, make sure you have a file manager installed. You can use ES File Explorer.
Connect your device and make sure its listed with the following command:
adb devices
Run a FULL backup with the following command:
adb backup -f FullBackup.ab -apk -all
This will create a “package” called “FullBackup.ab” on the current location in your command prompt. This is your backup package.
Now you can root your phone.
Once finished rooting, insert the “FullBackup.ab” package on your sdcard
Hit the menu button and look for “Extract from ADB backup” option. This will prompt you to search for the file. Use the file manager that you installed earlier and navigate to the directory and select the FullBackup.ab file.
Now restore like as if the backup was made with Titanium Backup. Don’t forget to make a fresh copy of the backup using Titanium Backup. You’re Done!
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Setting Up ADB
1. Dowload the Motorola USB drivers for your model from the Moto website.
2. Download the Latest Android SDK EXE from Google( make sure you select the exe version only): http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html
3. Once downloaded, double click the exe file to open it and change the directory that it is installing everything to to c:\android-sdk\
4. Click on the SDK Manager and it will ask you to install packages. Select the following and leave all others unchecked:
- Android SDK Tools ( by default it would be installed )
- Android SDK Platform Tools
-Google USB Driver Package
5. Then click continue and follow the on screen prompts until all of the packages are installed and it finishes.
6. On your phone, click Settings > Applications > Development and make sure USB Debugging is on.
7. Plug your phone into your computer via USB cable (it needs to be on). It should say installing drivers if using Windows.
8. Open Windows File Explorer and look for the android-sdk folder inside of the C : drive.
- Then open the platform-tools folder inside that. Now, hold the shift key down on your keyboard and right click in any blank area inside that folder.
- This will give you the option to open a command window here.
- Select that and a command prompt will open saying c:\android-sdk\platform-tools\
*if using windows XP, this won’t work. So instead open command prompt first by going to Start > Run > then typing in cmd and hitting enter. Then type cd c:\android-sdk\platform-tools\ and hit enter, then continue.
8. Type the following into the command prompt window (hitting enter at the end of every line):
adb devices
You should see a serial number pop up, it’s the serial number of your phone. This means you are all set!
If you do NOT see a serial number, then you have not installed the moto usb drivers correctly. try reinstalling them from PDAnet .
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UNBRICKING GUIDE FOR ICS
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Bricked your device ??? Dont worry
Pre -Requisites :
1. Download the latest RSD lite : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1539192
or
use EPRL Flash it : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1453660
2. Download the ICS fastboot file for your region from here : http://sbf.droid-developers.org/
Steps :
1. Power off device and enter into BP tools and select AP fastboot mode ( volume up + volume down + power button at same time , select 3rd option by using volume down key and use volume up for selecting it )
2. Connect your phone to PC using USB.
3. Open RSD lite/EPRJ Flash it , select the Fastboot XML , and start flashing. ( follow instruction from the above links for RSD or EPRJ )
4. Reboot and enter to stock recovery ( press volume up + volume down) , Clear Cache and data
5. Reboot.
Video tutorial thanks to theRazrGuy : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krFmfMMLeWM
SAJdroid said:
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Great guide, thank you very much! A much needed resource!
FrankPlummer said:
Great guide, thank you very much! A much needed resource!
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Thanks.. I will be updating this guide with more information on custom recovery apps , Razr compatible stable roms , unbricking ur device etc..
That will be on level 2.
Great Guide except you left out the most important part. Doing a full backup of your phone before modifying it. A FULL backup, not just your apps and data with TiBu.
85gallon said:
Great Guide except you left out the most important part. Doing a full backup of your phone before modifying it. A FULL backup, not just your apps and data with TiBu.
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How to do a FULL BACKUP?
85gallon said:
Great Guide except you left out the most important part. Doing a full backup of your phone before modifying it. A FULL backup, not just your apps and data with TiBu.
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Are you referring using ADB before root ? If yes , I left it out intentionally for Level 2 training , as this is beginner level many will not be comfortable using ADB . I will need to give a tutorial on setting up ADB first .. I am updating on full phone back up now for everyone who are aware of ADB . ADB tutorial will be added soon.
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I'll try again (first time I just delete everything from the phone)
I had not seen so detailed explanations at first attempt .
thanks
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Are you referring using ADB before root ? If yes , I left it out intentionally for Level 2 training , as this is beginner level many will not be comfortable using ADB . I will need to give a tutorial on setting up ADB first .. I am updating on full phone back up now for everyone who are aware of ADB . ADB tutorial will be added soon.
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Full back method updated - based on 85Gallon's suggestion -
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No. adb is too complicated LOL. I am talking about doing a backup with CWM Recovery that you install per your guide. I believe it now does a Nandroid backup. It will do a single backup that has your ROM, settings, data , and apps. Make sure you have enough room on your SD card for the backup. It will take a snapshot of your phone (less sd card) so you can do a full restore if something goes awry. It is similar to restoring a hard drive with an image if your hard drive crashes on your computer. Just restore and it is good to go. No need to change settings, add apps, set up accounts. Just restore, reboot, and you are where you were when you made the backup.
full backup can be done with Titanium Backup?
all saving to SD card? (installed programs, pictures, music, data)?
thanks and sorry for questions
monkteo said:
full backup can be done with Titanium Backup?
all saving to SD card? (installed programs, pictures, music, data)?
thanks and sorry for questions
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full backup can be done with custom recovery (BMM, safestrap)
monkteo said:
full backup can be done with Titanium Backup?
all saving to SD card? (installed programs, pictures, music, data)?
thanks and sorry for questions
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No TiBu does not do a full backup. It backs up data and apps. It doesn't do the ROM.
When I connect the phone to the PC after installed the motorola drivers and doing the ADB I get the noise that the win 7 sees the usb device but then it pops up that the usb device is bad etc. And I dont even get anything when from motorola when I connect up. No icon on the tray, nothing. Ive restarted several times.. ANy idea?
editeD: It was the cable...
monkteo said:
full backup can be done with Titanium Backup?
all saving to SD card? (installed programs, pictures, music, data)?
thanks and sorry for questions
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ROM -> refer my second post , try the safestrap method
installed programs, data ( app profiles, save data )-> Yes , just select : backup system + data
Suggestion : Keep ur Music/Pics on SD card , u dont need to back them up Save time & space . Also its better your move your APPS to SD to save space on your internal storage if you are a heavy APP user. This also can be done by Titanium Backup ...
when i wipe cache , dalvik cache , and then factory reset i erase data only on slot 2?
not the whole phone?(
thx
monkteo said:
when i wipe cache , dalvik cache , and then factory reset i erase data only on slot 2?
not the whole phone?(
thx
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Yes , it will affect only that slot ... make sure u have selected the 2nd slot .
Just imagine it as different drives on your PC ( C: , D: , E:.. ) your formatting will affect only that partition...
SAJdroid said:
Yes , it will affect only that slot ... make sure u have selected the 2nd slot .
Just imagine it as different drives on your PC ( C: , D: , E:.. ) your formatting will affect only that partition...
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thanks, perfect example, today I will try installing eclipse rom.
I'll be back with impressions.:laugh::good:
Everything worked perfectly , now I'm on Eclipse ROM and xdadeveloper was the first program installed .
Sent from my XT910 using xda app-developers app
monkteo said:
Everything worked perfectly , now I'm on Eclipse ROM and xdadeveloper was the first program installed .
Sent from my XT910 using xda app-developers app
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GOOD :good: now you can experiment with different ROM's on the other slots ( can give 1 GB per slot if used for experiments) ... Hope u have backed up your Stock using Safestrap..
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GOOD :good: now you can experiment with different ROM's on the other slots ( can give 1 GB per slot if used for experiments) ... Hope u have backed up your Stock using Safestrap..
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Oh yes, I did backup, but I make 2g/slot (Eclipse) and works perfectly .
many thanks