I think I'm ready to root my Thunderbolt.
Can someone provide me with a link to the most reliable/easiest Thunderbolt rooting guide?
Sticky in the dev section.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=996616
Just used it today when I got my phone. Rooted without a single issue...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=996616
Just used it today when I got my phone. Rooted without a single issue...
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I looked at this, but it's still a bit fuzzy to me. I'm totally new to Android and modding. I have no clue what their talking about when they say abd and what not.
Just among the best adb tutorial I could think of...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928370
Via my HTC Thunderbolt
Definitely learn adb, it is the better solution than taking the easy way out.
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You could follow a [email protected] Android central. It is an auto root.
I used it and it was really easy.
Don't let anyone scare you, nothing wrong with an autoroot. Knowing the nuts and bolts is good, but hardly essential. This is what I used
http://www.google.com/m/url?client=...UQFjAD&usg=AFQjCNEWJwoMWtfB3c4dD_OEJrp5itQENg
The important thing is read read read, then when you're ready, read some more.
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I used that guide (on android central though), couldn't be any easier.
jcases guide was bomb. If you pay attention you can learn a lot that might be useful later. The ability to use adb nice for potential trouble shooting issues or modding rom's on your thunder bolt .
I used this: http://forum.androidcentral.com/thu...9-mac-procedure-how-root-htc-thunderbolt.html but it is only good if you have a mac. This guy made it idiot proof.
cweezy said:
I think I'm ready to root my Thunderbolt.
Can someone provide me with a link to the most reliable/easiest Thunderbolt rooting guide?
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I used this. Running XP PC.
http://www.youtube.com/user/nat3mil#p/u/4/etKqzt6QEfA
and
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=996616
hinds73 said:
I used this. Running XP PC.
http://www.youtube.com/user/nat3mil#p/u/4/etKqzt6QEfA
and
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=996616
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thanks for the video tut, really appreciated!
question though, why do you use both? shouldn't one just be enough.
this might be a stupid question though, seeing as i haven't watched the video yet, i just assumed that it covered everything.
I followed the guide here and watched the videos by nat3mil on youtube. Manual root was very easy.
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Hi there, I was on youtube the other day and someone commented on a video I had uploaded showcasing my custom rom on my Vibrant. They asked If I could upload a tutorial on how to root and flash a rom onto the device. I said sure why not?
So here I have a two part series that goes from starting with odin, flashing a true stock firmware onto the device. Then gaining root access, flashing the rom. And finally, restoring all the apps via Titanium backup. I also mention SuperPower in my video. Thanks goes out to Chainfire for his excellent application!
At any rate, I'm no dev or anything. Just a fellow android user who thought those who would like to upgrade and were afraid or unwilling to take the plunge into flashing a custom rom could use a quick two part 30 minute tutorial on getting the job done. I'm not perfect so I probably mis spoke a few times. Don't flame me
Enjoy! =]
Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyAIUOYufrU
Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33I-aNCypVM
New link for vibrant true stock firmware http://www.mediafire.com/?8kw71bx06an0vwg
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for those who might use this
Thanks for this. It made my first odin experience a breeze.
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Found this on YouTube before he posted here. Damn good tutorial vids. My vibrant is running like a dream on Nero v3 with Voodoo now. If you are coming here looking for questions about ROMs and ODIN, watch these vids. Then watch them again and follow along while you flash your own device. Seriously, I was as nervous as anyone else, but this did the trick for me.
No offense to all of the other folks here who have provided so much information before this. That was all great and I should thank you all. It's just that this was so straightforward, I watched it once and then got to work. Great job man. Thanks, again.
I think we're all here to help. I know for a fact there is a very professional series of videos coming soon. This is great in it's absence, well done. Certainly better than the videos I made for the noob guide.
Op, cool if I link to the stickies since this is not one, yet
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I think we're all here to help.
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There you go. You're one of the people I was talking about s15274n. I read your Noob Guide a dozen times before I got to this vid. Folks here are so helpful.
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Thanks for this. It made my first odin experience a breeze.
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So glad to hear it! I was quite leery of odin the first time I soft bricked my phone, I figured I was SOL. But once you have gone from odin and back again, It's hard to forget.
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Found this on YouTube before he posted here. Damn good tutorial vids. My vibrant is running like a dream on Nero v3 with Voodoo now. If you are coming here looking for questions about ROMs and ODIN, watch these vids. Then watch them again and follow along while you flash your own device. Seriously, I was as nervous as anyone else, but this did the trick for me.
No offense to all of the other folks here who have provided so much information before this. That was all great and I should thank you all. It's just that this was so straightforward, I watched it once and then got to work. Great job man. Thanks, again.
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Hey Mdtolic, welcome to XDA! I really think simple stupid is the way to go sometimes. Someone can explain the whole rigmarole and you're still left scratching your head. I really appreciate your comments and happy you were able to successfully root and flash your phone with a custom ROM. It's such an awesome feeling once you get your ROM on and tweak it just right. A stark difference compared to stock. And to think, I just randomly decided to make this one day , I didn't think it would actually help anyone lol.
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I think we're all here to help. I know for a fact there is a very professional series of videos coming soon. This is great in it's absence, well done. Certainly better than the videos I made for the noob guide.
Op, cool if I link to the stickies since this is not one, yet
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Much obliged, Sticky would be delightful.
Alright, added this to both stickies man. If you add more, please update your OP as that is what I have linked to, not your videos (just in case you update).
Thanks again, I'm certain this will help a lot of people.
Sounds great, Thank you sir! I will make sure to do that if I update anything.
Cheers!
Always goes to the blue stock recovery
I followed the steps repeatly, but rom mgr always goes to the blue recovery mode, any suggestions? what do I do next?, thanks guys.
OK, I found the problem, after I repeated about 10-15 times, I had to go to the bottom of rom manager and do ALL ClcokworkMod Recoveries to flash older verions then it worked. For those of you who run into this problem. Weird your video didn't have to do that.
how do i flash a rom with odin?
Hello
is it possible to use odin to flash or root my htc desire?
If it is not, is there any other software like odin??
Glad the op was made into a sticky! I used this video to gain additional knowledge prior to flashing my first rom. Great job.
If your taking requests I would love to see a video from start to finish on how to flash a ginger rom which included flashing the ginger kernal through odin!
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If im not mistaken odin is for samsung phones, not the HTC please correct me if im wrong!
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Hello
is it possible to use odin to flash or root my htc desire?
If it is not, is there any other software like odin??
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fear676 said:
If im not mistaken odin is for samsung phones, not the HTC please correct me if im wrong!
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That was my impression as well, that ODIN is for samsung phones...
konigswagger said:
That was my impression as well, that ODIN is for samsung phones...
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Ok
But is there anything else like odin for htc? The functionality that it has is great
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emm_stra said:
Ok
But is there anything else like odin for htc? The functionality that it has is great
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With all other android devices ur gonna have to ADB. ODIN is only for samsung. Unlocked bootloaderz woot!
kawika said:
With all other android devices ur gonna have to ADB. ODIN is only for samsung. Unlocked bootloaderz woot!
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What is ADB?
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Cab someone direct me to the "one click root"? And maybe even to the downgrade if you can?
I have to root my replacement device but I have no internet. So I'm downloading everything to my phone then transferring the files to my friends laptop. So much work. Lol. I can't find these things on the XDA App.
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g0ldt00thgr1n said:
Cab someone direct me to the "one click root"? And maybe even to the downgrade if you can?
I have to root my replacement device but I have no internet. So I'm downloading everything to my phone then transferring the files to my friends laptop. So much work. Lol. I can't find these things on the XDA App.
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There is no "xda endorsed" method to "one click root" because such methods for the thunderbolt are prone to screwing up your phone and leaving the person doing it in a world of headaches (since if they're using such a method, they have no idea how to undo it probably and even less of an idea of how to describe what they did to someone who could help them). The methods that are out there though are just a hacked together automated method of doing what the stickied topic in the development section does manually in steps.
You're better off not rooting if you don't want to try that or wait/pray that someone with time/patience will walk you through that method.
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There is no "xda endorsed" method to "one click root" because such methods for the thunderbolt are prone to screwing up your phone and leaving the person doing it in a world of headaches (since if they're using such a method, they have no idea how to undo it probably and even less of an idea of how to describe what they did to someone who could help them). The methods that are out there though are just a hacked together automated method of doing what the stickied topic in the development section does manually in steps.
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When did this happen? I just did it last month.
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g0ldt00thgr1n said:
When did this happen? I just did it last month.
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I said endorsed (it's listed in the stickied post for noobs in the development section, but it's not on its own like the manual method) and not prone to errors. Not sure what you didn't understand about it since I never said methods didn't exist and weren't posted. However, that does not mean you're going to see it stickied at the top of the development section and recommended using. Just because it works for you (the time you tried it) doesnt mean doing it isn't gambling with everything being configured correctly and something unexpected not happening outside the scope of what the automation script for rooting can do.
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I said endorsed (it's listed in the stickied post for noobs in the development section, but it's not on its own like the manual method) and not prone to errors. Not sure what you didn't understand about it since I never said methods didn't exist and weren't posted. However, that does not mean you're going to see it stickied at the top of the development section and recommended using. Just because it works for you (the time you tried it) doesnt mean doing it isn't gambling with everything being configured correctly and something unexpected not happening outside the scope of what the automation script for rooting can do.
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The way you wrote it sounded like you were implying that it wasn't on XDA anymore. I don't really care if it destroys my phone. If it does, ill get a new one or just fix it. I can't install SDK on my friends computer cause he doesn't want it on there. All I want is a link to the thread or download. I know all of the possible dangers in doing this. I have done this multiple times.
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The way you wrote it sounded like you were implying that it wasn't on XDA anymore. I don't really care if it destroys my phone. If it does, ill get a new one or just fix it. I can't install SDK on my friends computer cause he doesn't want it on there. All I want is a link to the thread or download. I know all of the possible dangers in doing this. I have done this multiple times.
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It's in the stickied posting for noobs in the developer's section like I already mentioned. I'm on a phone and really don't want to go find and link it since I am using my browser.
yareally said:
It's in the stickied posting for noobs in the developer's section like I already mentioned. I'm on a phone and really don't want to go find and link it since I am using my browser.
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It isn't stickied. That was the first place I checked. I'm just having Bad4u help me. He already has it.
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g0ldt00thgr1n said:
It isn't stickied. That was the first place I checked. I'm just having Bad4u help me. He already has it.
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Ugh, yes it is
I said it was sticked under the posting for noobs in the development section, not by itself like the manual guide.
Thunderbolt Rules - New Users Info and Guide - Read Before Posting!
REF | GUIDES
Prerequisite to Rooting - Android SDK Installer - v3.0 for Windows
WARNING - Do not downgrade to 1.0xxxxx after root
ROOT - Unlock Bootloader + Permroot
SCRIPT - Windows One Click Root Method
Easyroot + S-Off
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1013013
yareally said:
Ugh, yes it is
I said it was sticked under the posting for noobs in the development section, not by itself like the manual guide.
Thunderbolt Rules - New Users Info and Guide - Read Before Posting!
REF | GUIDES
Prerequisite to Rooting - Android SDK Installer - v3.0 for Windows
WARNING - Do not downgrade to 1.0xxxxx after root
ROOT - Unlock Bootloader + Permroot
SCRIPT - Windows One Click Root Method
Easyroot + S-Off
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1013013
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Do you need me to send you some Valium Yareally??? LOL
Dnakaman said:
Do you need me to send you some Valium Yareally??? LOL
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yes please T_T
yareally said:
Ugh, yes it is
I said it was sticked under the posting for noobs in the development section, not by itself like the manual guide.
Thunderbolt Rules - New Users Info and Guide - Read Before Posting!
REF | GUIDES
Prerequisite to Rooting - Android SDK Installer - v3.0 for Windows
WARNING - Do not downgrade to 1.0xxxxx after root
ROOT - Unlock Bootloader + Permroot
SCRIPT - Windows One Click Root Method
Easyroot + S-Off
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1013013
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I'm on my phone. It's not on the stickies. If I was rooted, id screen cap. But I'm not. Lol. Thanks for the help, but hboot is telling me main version is older when I try to downgrade. Then it forces me to reboot. So no root for me.
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yareally said:
There is no "xda endorsed" method to "one click root" because such methods for the thunderbolt are prone to screwing up your phone and leaving the person doing it in a world of headaches (since if they're using such a method, they have no idea how to undo it probably and even less of an idea of how to describe what they did to someone who could help them). The methods that are out there though are just a hacked together automated method of doing what the stickied topic in the development section does manually in steps.
You're better off not rooting if you don't want to try that or wait/pray that someone with time/patience will walk you through that method.
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Hmmm.... Looks like somebody kinda told ya there's a strong chance it wouldn't work.
g0ldt00thgr1n said:
The way you wrote it sounded like you were implying that it wasn't on XDA anymore. I don't really care if it destroys my phone. If it does, ill get a new one or just fix it. I can't install SDK on my friends computer cause he doesn't want it on there. All I want is a link to the thread or download. I know all of the possible dangers in doing this. I have done this multiple times.
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even the "1 click" root method for the TBolt requires sdk and adb on the pc. It just automates the scripts for you...
Ok, So pretty much what I have here is the Droid x2 and I want to root it, BUT, I don't know how and I don't want to screw my phone up, so I'm looking for someone to explain in detail step by step how to do it because then I can do it on my own from there, any help would be great, i'm just looking for a textbook definition and a simple step by step process on how to do this without bricking my phone, again any help with be great thanks.
I think you may find this thread useful, if not have a good look around the Droid Incredible forums as this thread came from there.
I was just looking for someone who could explain how to root and the whole process kinda from scratch because there are hundreds of threads to look through and that's just asking for eye sores.. I'm just looking for someone who can explain how to get the files I need and the whole process in a simple 1,2,3 step manner...
Read the sticky in the dev forum, there's different ways depending on what android version you have.
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The stickies are here for a reason
from my finally liberated X2 roaming the north
http://rootzwiki.com/showthread.php...dded-for-Windows-Linux-OSX)&p=75934#post75934
go there.
It says one click root for droid3 but it is same for all moto devices running gingerbread.
just be sure u are on Android version 2.3.3 or 2.3.4
U can verify ur android version by going to settings >about phone> android version
if u are on 2.2.2 then press the button on top of about phone that says system updates and follow instructions to update ur phone to gingerbread(2.3.x)
Good luck and make sure to follow ALL directions EXACTLY (feel free to pm me if u need help)
Thanks a lot, I'll take a look at it.
Ok, so I used the one click root and it worked... now im wondering, now that its rooted, What can i do with it, say change the button lay out and other stuff like that the theme, and so on
You can run ROMs on your phone now using boot strap recovery. I use Eclipse but there are other great ROMs available as well. Just make sure you understand what version of android each ROM works with.
Here is a thread to help you understand our recovery.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15592700
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Ben0357 said:
Ok, so I used the one click root and it worked... now im wondering, now that its rooted, What can i do with it, say change the button lay out and other stuff like that the theme, and so on
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Do u mean the hardkey layout? I haven't seen a mod for that yet but it may be possible.
U can also now remove/freeze the bloat u don't use if u want((u know...those pesky apps that keep running even after u kill em. Taking up ram and just getting on ur nerves cuz u can't kill it. Like blockbuster, kindle, etc...)) there is a list in the forum of which are safe to freeze/remove.
Just be sure to read before u try. Then read again. Then some more. Then when u feel u r comfortable with what the mod does to ur phone, make sure u follow all directions EXACTLY and have fun and enjoy the different available mods, scripts, hacks, and of course Roms. U will be addicted in no time to flashing roms and making nandroid backups.
O yeah. Best thing u could EVER do right now is MAKE A NANDROID BACKUP using system recovery app from the link above. Trust me. U will be happy u did it when u end up needing one as we all have at one point.
I also recommend posting any question u have in this thread or a thread that pertains to ur question as starting a new thread wit a question that's been asked a hundred times wont get a good reaction
Dude, this is the reason that we have 4 million threads per forum. Read the stickies and make sure that your in the right section before posting something new. Look in the Dev section of the 2 forum for everything you need to know.
booked said:
Dude, this is the reason that we have 4 million threads per forum. Read the stickies and make sure that your in the right section before posting something new. Look in the Dev section of the 2 forum for everything you need to know.
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Dude this is the reason noobs are afraid to post. No need to be harsh
And I remember not to long ago people were complaining cuz there wasn't enough activity in this forum lol
OP was looking for help. U could have at least posted a link for something to help.
he posted in the CORRECT forum. If this was in the dev section I would have responded similar but it is in GENERAL.
ashclepdia said:
Dude this is the reason noobs are afraid to post. No need to be harsh
And I remember not to long ago people were complaining cuz there wasn't enough activity in this forum lol
OP was looking for help. U could have at least posted a link for something to help.
he posted in the CORRECT forum. If this was in the dev section I would have responded similar but it is in GENERAL.
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wasnt necessarily trying to be a debbie downer but take a look a the dev forum and you will see threads galore for how to root.
however I did notice that there is no guide on how to root 2.3.4.
Edit: now there is a tutorial for rooting 2.3.4
ashclepdia said:
Dude this is the reason noobs are afraid to post. No need to be harsh
And I remember not to long ago people were complaining cuz there wasn't enough activity in this forum lol
OP was looking for help. U could have at least posted a link for something to help.
he posted in the CORRECT forum. If this was in the dev section I would have responded similar but it is in GENERAL.
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Noobs shouldn't post. They should read and read more, and when they're done..read it again. Most don't even try. They want it given to them. I, and i only speak for myself, will not support that.
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Noobs shouldn't post. They should read and read more, and when they're done..read it again. Most don't even try. They want it given to them. I, and i only speak for myself, will not support that.
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O well...
I find that "noobs' are more or less "afraid" that they will brick and are just looking for info and guidance on how NOT to do that.
But that's the great thing about these types of forums. If u don't wanna help then don't. There is no need to be mean. Im not saying that u or booked were outright mean but if u can see that the OP has already been pointed in the direction and/or is receive help them why post telling him to do everything himself when he obviously doesn't have to. I was a noon my self at one point and yeah I did a TON of reading and rereading but some things don't set in until its said specifically and I have asked my fair share of "noob" questions also. Everyone has to start somewhere.
I don't even know where im going with this other than just be respectful and be nice lol
I creeped these forums (and all others) for a good 6 months before I even laid my first post. I googled everything, and READ! And you know what? I learned a fair amount.
The last month has been horrible. You see the same question/scenario in almost every subforum on here. The problem is, Android exploded as well as "modding" and became popular, and now everybody is tinkering.
I've only been involved with android for a year and a half, but when I got in it was almost a 'niche' cult type of thing. It was kind of uncool because it wasn't an iPhone. I loved it, I actually miss it. I remember showing my friends what a DROID 1 was capable of with a custom overclocked kernel.
Android, why did you get so big? Come back...
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mistawolfe said:
I remember showing my friends what a DROID 1 was capable of with a custom overclocked kernel.
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sorry for the thread hacking. but yeah me too, android used to be the uncool thing. those were the days.
I ordered a second view so I can practice rooting and using custom ROMS. I have never attempted to root or install a new ROM and would appreciate if someone could direct me down the right path too both learn about the process as well as what solution is the best choice.
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inmnbob said:
I ordered a second view so I can practice rooting and using custom ROMS. I have never attempted to root or install a new ROM and would appreciate if someone could direct me down the right path too both learn about the process as well as what solution is the best choice.
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Read this subforum: http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1462
Initial problems have been resolved.
Everything is very well explained, thanks to the wonderful developers such as Globatron and others.
Start here and don't be afraid to ask questions.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1362639
Link posted by DigitalMD is a great resource. Agree that you should read up and understand what you are doing before getting started on anything.
Once you are familiar with the terms and whatnot, globatron's guide is the one I used. Very easy. Once I had the files downloaded, S-Off and rooting took about 10 minutes.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1194709
Okay, so after waiting for God knows how long for Jellybean, I finally decided to root my phone.
But, alas, I have NO IDEA how to do this.
I've tried researching it, but everything I find makes no sense whatsoever.
Does anyone know where an easy, step by step on how to root is?
Freakshow116 said:
Okay, so after waiting for God knows how long for Jellybean, I finally decided to root my phone.
But, alas, I have NO IDEA how to do this.
I've tried researching it, but everything I find makes no sense whatsoever.
Does anyone know where an easy, step by step on how to root is?
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Have you read the stickies on the forum yet?
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Follow one of these sets of steps:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1285894
Just remember folks that reading all the sticky threads (those are the threads that appear at the top of the threads) is something we're ALL expected to do. Even and especially if you're new here. Also searching using google with xda key words and using the site search function are a must. Not tying to be rude, but we were all new once. Let the new users be an example to other new users.
I figured it out.
Thanks guys!
And yeah, shoulda read the stickies ahead of time.
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