Anyone over here crack the new bootloader? If yes please port or provide the info to a skyrocket dev. Our devices were released with the new bootloader so the jig no longer works on the SR. From what I can tell the new load for the GSII has not been released or pushed out yet but it will be...
We had older bootloaders to go back to. Unfortunately the skyrocket shipped with the newer bootloaders.
Try following the write up by creepyncrawly on how to flash without tripping the flash counter. Just make sure you can restore your phone if it messes it up as it's not been tested on the skyrocket to the best of my knowledge.
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Wouldn't be able to use my guide unless someone over there created a package like Entropy512's stock plus root, but for the Skyrocket.
On the other hand, might be able to root and flash with the new tools that are out. Not sure if all of them support the Skyrocket though.
Someone did make a secondary bootloader that would allow erasing the counter if installed after someone accidentally flashed the KJ4 bootloader(the new one) which blocked the jig reset. It's somewhere in the android development forum.
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Someone did make a secondary bootloader that would allow erasing the counter if installed after someone accidentally flashed the KJ4 bootloader(the new one) which blocked the jig reset. It's somewhere in the android development forum.
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That is for the SGH-I777. It's the original secondary bootloader from UCKH7, the original stock rom. That WILL NOT work on the Snapdragon. Different processor, different firmware.
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Wouldn't be able to use my guide unless someone over there created a package like Entropy512's stock plus root, but for the Skyrocket.
On the other hand, might be able to root and flash with the new tools that are out. Not sure if all of them support the Skyrocket though.
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That's what I was thinking, them inputting their own rom.
Excellent point on flashing with the new tools. If mobile Odin works for their phones it'd be just what they're looking for.
Edit: just checked, no option for skyrocket users yet.
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no we have root but there are still some procs that trip the counter without warning. I know this is low level software otherwise it would clear with a super one click but there still needs to be a way to clear this counter.
BTW the new tools do not work with our 2.3.6 load. it appears they wanted to fix (and did) the zergrush exploit. None of the other exploits work either. In order to get root, you either have to run 2.3.5. at that point you can OTA to 2.3.6 and not loose root. SOmeone also built a flashable 2.3.6 ZIP file.
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That is for the SGH-I777. It's the original secondary bootloader from UCKH7, the original stock rom. That WILL NOT work on the Snapdragon. Different processor, different firmware.
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As in, taking our "jig-uncrippled" SBL and trying to flash it on a Skyrocket will most likely hardbrick the device.
It's just another reason not to buy that abomination.
Seriously, please stop asking for Skyrocket help here. NOTHING that applies to this device applies to the Skyrocket except *possibly* maybe some of the screen tuning parameters.
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As in, taking our "jig-uncrippled" SBL and trying to flash it on a Skyrocket will most likely hardbrick the device.
It's just another reason not to buy that abomination.
Seriously, please stop asking for Skyrocket help here. NOTHING that applies to this device applies to the Skyrocket except *possibly* maybe some of the screen tuning parameters.
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No seriously YOU re-read the request. It was for a crack of code on the GSII. The abomination as you put it is the ATT GSII and not the SkyRocket but is there really a need to debate that?
With comments like this from recognized developers I loose more faith in XDA every day. I "thought" doing such things was the whole point of XDA, guess I was wrong.
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No seriously YOU re-read the request. It was for a crack of code on the GSII. The abomination as you put it is the ATT GSII and not the SkyRocket but is there really a need to debate that?
With comments like this from recognized developers I loose more faith in XDA every day. I "thought" doing such things was the whole point of XDA, guess I was wrong.
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You specifically asked us to provide advice on bootloader hacking to a skyrocket dev - so yes, your question was ****rocket-specific.
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You specifically asked us to provide advice on bootloader hacking to a skyrocket dev - so yes, your question was ****rocket-specific.
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Again but ONLY IF IT HAD LITERALLY BEEN CRACKED ON THE GS II. No further comments on your other bullsh$t comments and opinions.
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Hi, I got my galaxy s2 in the post a week ago, but it was second hand, apparently unwanted upgrade. Anyway, is this an official kernal please, as I haven't seen it on any other device on YouTube when watching a meriad of reviews. So I have attached a screen shot of the kernal version. By the way this should be a sim free UK modal. I know this is random, but I have stupidly got my self a bit worried, could someone help me please? Thanks very much
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It looks like they've possibly upped the kernel, but definitely rooted it. I very seriously doubt there's anything to worry about though. Looks like someone did the work for you
Nothing wrong there, you're rooted. If you're worried you could flash a different kernel! Easy as pie if you follow the threads available
Hi, but root checker says that I don't have root same with set cpu. Also, can i update it ota, to the new 2.3.4 when it comes out officially please? Also, I rooted my old htc desire, and then I wanted to root my galaxy s2 when ever here was a stableish nightly for ice cream sandwich, but will the fact it hasn't got an official kernel obscure me from flashing using odin to flash roms, other kenels and installing custom recovery, or because it says it isn't rooted, will it obscure be from rooting. Also are there any risks please? I am new to galaxy s2, I am used to the simplify of rooting the desire. thanks, also how do you know it's rooted?
Thanks very much for your help
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It looks like they've possibly upped the kernel, but definitely rooted it. I very seriously doubt there's anything to worry about though. Looks like someone did the work for you
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Also, could you please be able to tell be, where in the procedure of rooting is my phone to be able to root, flash if someone has started the work for me please? I am just scared that if I start to mess around with trying to root it, and if someone has started the rooting the process, I might brick it. I don't know if I have explained this very well.
I should have done this before, but when it is so long I didn't think it would work, but I typed in the kernel in the search box and it came up with this, I think it may be stock and completely normal after all: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14593753
I got mine from Orange and the kernel was KE2. I think that KE7 is an official firmware, but the "root" in the name suggests it's already been rooted. Have a look in your apps for CWM or Superuser. If they're there then it's probably Chainfire's root that has been applied. If not then maybe they just flashed a stock kernel before sending it to you.
Either way, following the instructions in Chainfire's root thread will not brick your device (as long as you do follow the instructions )
It's actually quite hard to brick it. You really need to start pulling cables or stopping odin when you're flashing to do that.
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I got mine from Orange and the kernel was KE2. I think that KE7 is an official firmware, but the "root" in the name suggests it's already been rooted. Have a look in your apps for CWM or Superuser. If they're there then it's probably Chainfire's root that has been applied. If not then maybe they just flashed a stock kernel before sending it to you.
Either way, following the instructions in Chainfire's root thread will not brick your device (as long as you do follow the instructions )
It's actually quite hard to brick it. You really need to start pulling cables or stopping odin when you're flashing to do that.
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Or if you start flashing Samsung Galaxy S 1 files onto your Samsung Galaxy S 2 like some people...
my brand new phone from vodafone australia was kernel dukf4 with [email protected] in the title, but it was most certainly not a rooted device.
I am now on ke7, rooted, no dramas. dont have cwm or rom, phone does not seem to need it for my lifestyle.
hey guys,
i just bought a samsung galaxy s2, rooted it with odin/superoneclick... works fine but i need to go back to a regular, vanilla galaxy s
i used super one click to unroot the phone, but i still get that yellow warning triangle every time i start up my phone. so i think it has something to do with that odin thing or whatever... again, super illiterate... i just really need to go back to a normal, no root, nothing regular old galaxy s 2! i'd really appreciate it guys. thanks so much!
There is (currently) no way to return to stock Bell i9100m. The firmware just hasn't been released. For future reference, do a little more reading before you flash anything as this has been mentioned in almost any thread flashing a Bell Galaxy S2 is mentioned.
Why do you want to go back anyway? Are you having some sort of problem? Is it for warranty service? If it's just the yellow triangle that's bothering you there are ways to get rid of that, use the search. Since you're still on the original firmware, at this time you will be able to get everything back to stock except the kernel.
Yep, as the poster above me mentioned theres no way to completely go back to "bell stock." Though if you just want unrooted samsung stock, flash any of the plethora of official samsung odin updates out there (kg3,kg6 etc) imo they are better anyway, no bloat and they perform better. Plus they will get rid of that pesky triangle thats bothering you so much.
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could you provide a link please?
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could you provide a link please?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1194550&highlight=xxkg6
thats the thread for one of the MANY updates available for the SGS II, look around you'll find tons of roms. Research how to work odin before you flash though (if thats what you are going to do) odin can easily brick your phone if you don't know what you are doing.
while i have you here... i did the odin thing, i figured, **** it, might as well just use these custom kernel things.. i have no idea what they are or do. i just flashed ninphetamine or something... what exactly does it do? also, how come titanium back up etc say that it is not rooted. do i need to do the superoneclick?
Before you continue i would suggest you start reading before flashing/doing anything more. Its scary when people flash stuff without gaining the minimum knowledge to understand whats involved and the consequences. We could hold your hand and tell ya this and that but its been said many times before in this very forums.
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I'm currently on a Galaxy S3, but I have an S4 coming in on Friday.
I saw a thread for rooting the S4, but do I need to unlock the bootloader like I did in the S3 to install a rom?
Basically, where is the thread that has all the info I need to root, unlock, and install a custom recovery for the S4?
I have one for the S3, but can't find it for the S4.
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I'm currently on a Galaxy S3, but I have an S4 coming in on Friday.
I saw a thread for rooting the S4, but do I need to unlock the bootloader like I did in the S3 to install a rom?
Basically, where is the thread that has all the info I need to root, unlock, and install a custom recovery for the S4?
I have one for the S3, but can't find it for the S4.
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you cant find thread? How hard did you look? There is a stickie can't be missed in the general section.
BTW, the bootloader is locked for all versions of firmware since mdk.
only option is safetrap.
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you cant find thread? How hard did you look? There is a stickie can't be missed in the general section.
BTW, the bootloader is locked for all versions of firmware since mdk.
only option is safetrap.
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Okay maybe my understanding on the purpose of unlocking the bootloader is incorrect.
I thought the bootloader has to be unlocked in order to install a custom rom?
On my S3 if the bootloader wasn't unlocked the phone would brick.
Safestrap is a custom recovery so how is that relevant to bootloader? I can't seem to draw the connection.
Thanks!
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Okay maybe my understanding on the purpose of unlocking the bootloader is incorrect.
I thought the bootloader has to be unlocked in order to install a custom rom?
On my S3 if the bootloader wasn't unlocked the phone would brick.
Safestrap is a custom recovery so how is that relevant to bootloader? I can't seem to draw the connection.
Thanks!
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plenty of threads here to read to educate yourself.
S4 bootloader is locked since mdk firmware. MDK had an exploit that Loki process allowed custom recovery
safestrap uses an exploit to work around it so its the only custom recovery for the locked bootloader.
Each subsequent firmware release locks the bootloader and exploits down further. Anyone taking the next round of kit kat OTA's will likely loose root as well.
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I'm currently on a Galaxy S3, but I have an S4 coming in on Friday.
I saw a thread for rooting the S4, but do I need to unlock the bootloader like I did in the S3 to install a rom?
Basically, where is the thread that has all the info I need to root, unlock, and install a custom recovery for the S4?
I have one for the S3, but can't find it for the S4.
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More then likely the device you get will come with the new baseband MJ7 or MK2. You need to check this before you start messing with anything. That said the bootloader is locked up tight and you will be very limited with what you can do with it. You can root, and install safestrap(a custom recovery by Hashcode that bypasses the bootloader). This will allow you to install certain touchwiz based roms but you have to be sure they are compatible with safestrap.
Root for 4.3 baseband:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565758
Safestrap:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2441441
Both these links are in the android devlopment section. It is very difficult with this device because there are multiple root methods and recovery methods depending on baseband version. If by some chance you get the phone and the baseband is MDK, DO NOT UPDATE!!!! This will allow you to install loki'ed recovery and flash any rom you want. Chances are that won"t happen though. Good luck
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you cant find thread? How hard did you look? There is a stickie can't be missed in the general section.
BTW, the bootloader is locked for all versions of firmware since mdk.
only option is safetrap.
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plenty of threads here to read to educate yourself.
S4 bootloader is locked since mdk firmware. MDK had an exploit that Loki process allowed custom recovery
safestrap uses an exploit to work around it so its the only custom recovery for the locked bootloader.
Each subsequent firmware release locks the bootloader and exploits down further. Anyone taking the next round of kit kat OTA's will likely loose root as well.
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I understand that I need to look into it, but the way things are organized is different. I've been on an S3 for almost two years now and the forums in the S4 are just overwhelming with information that is scattered. Here is an example of what I was hoping for when I came to the S4 section.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1762709
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More then likely the device you get will come with the new baseband MJ7 or MK2. You need to check this before you start messing with anything. That said the bootloader is locked up tight and you will be very limited with what you can do with it. You can root, and install safestrap(a custom recovery by Hashcode that bypasses the bootloader). This will allow you to install certain touchwiz based roms but you have to be sure they are compatible with safestrap.
Root for 4.3 baseband:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565758
Safestrap:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2441441
Both these links are in the android devlopment section. It is very difficult with this device because there are multiple root methods and recovery methods depending on baseband version. If by some chance you get the phone and the baseband is MDK, DO NOT UPDATE!!!! This will allow you to install loki'ed recovery and flash any rom you want. Chances are that won"t happen though. Good luck
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Thank you. This is the response I was looking for. As you said there are many stipulations with each baseband. This is something I am not used to coming for an S3, which is far simpler to deal with. Thanks again!
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Thank you. This is the response I was looking for. As you said there are many stipulations with each baseband. This is something I am not used to coming for an S3, which is far simpler to deal with. Thanks again!
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The difference isn't in the baseband, it's in the bootloader. You can run a newer baseband than your bootloader, for example, especially if you have the MDK bootloader.
Since you're starting from stock, the baseband and the bootloader revisions are the same and can be found from Settings/More/About phone.
Before you flash anything, please read the what you need to know thread in the General section. Also, there's my thread in this forum.
The S4 is more complicated than the S3 largely because Samsung has really locked it down much more effectively than the S3. Consequently, there's lots of ways to go wrong. Reading first can save you a lot of grief.
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The difference isn't in the baseband, it's in the bootloader. You can run a newer baseband than your bootloader, for example, especially if you have the MDK bootloader.
Since you're starting from stock, the baseband and the bootloader revisions are the same and can be found from Settings/More/About phone.
Before you flash anything, please read the what you need to know thread in the General section. Also, there's my thread in this forum.
The S4 is more complicated than the S3 largely because Samsung has really locked it down much more effectively than the S3. Consequently, there's lots of ways to go wrong. Reading first can save you a lot of grief.
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One more question. Is there a way to flash the s4 back to stock? I'll find the info on how, but going into the whole rooting and coming phase it would be nice to know that I could flash back to stock with odin. As I have with my s3.
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One more question. Is there a way to flash the s4 back to stock? I'll find the info on how, but going into the whole rooting and coming phase it would be nice to know that I could flash back to stock with odin. As I have with my s3.
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Yes. Read the second link in my reply above - it tells you how to identify what build you're on and has links to the downloadable Odin images for each build.
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Yes. Read the second link in my reply above - it tells you how to identify what build you're on and has links to the downloadable Odin images for each build.
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Thanks for your help. Turns out I'm on MJ7. I'm going to let this puppy charge while I hit the gym. I'll root it and see what rom I can install later tonight. Thanks again!! :victory:
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Thanks for your help. Turns out I'm on MJ7. I'm going to let this puppy charge while I hit the gym. I'll root it and see what rom I can install later tonight. Thanks again!! :victory:
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Mind as well update to mk2. You can do the same as mj7 but are most up to date. Just my 2 pennies. Btw I'm on bonestock 2.1 in SS romslot 1.
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Slowbalt said:
Mind as well update to mk2. You can do the same as mj7 but are most up to date. Just my 2 pennies. Btw I'm on bonestock 2.1 in SS romslot 1.
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Is there a noticeable difference? If its the same, why upgrade?
I am coming from a similar situation as you. I cracked my screen on my S3 and Asurion replaced it with an S4, which I received on Monday. I thought that I was going to be able to load SlimKat and pick up where I left off, but no.
The posts that k1mu linked are a great starting point. A few of my thoughts that I came to realize this week. These are my ways of looking at it and may not be totally correct.
The bootloader is locked and there isn't a total unlock (yet). Safestrap allows you to crack the door open a little and reach your arm in to grab a few things.
You will need to stick with ROMs that work with the TouchWiz kernel. The post that k1mu referenced has a link to compatible ROMs. You will not be able to load SlimKat, CM, Carbon, etc. Basically any ROM you choose will have TW underneath. Some of the ROMs will try to look like an ASOP, but it is still a TW base.
Safestrap will allow you to create ROM slots where you can try out the ROM to see if you like it. I am still trying to decide what I want to use. Currently I have Hyperdrive as the leader. Everything that I do continues to work. The Eclipse ROM looks good but it is not quite there yet, but he is working on a build in the next couple days. Here is a link to their website with more up to date status. Eclipse . I also looked at the Foxhound ROM and it is good also. For me support and future upgrades are the most important. I am starting to think that i will embrace TW instead of trying to cover it up and will go with Hyperdrive.
If you use TiBu, read this post, especially with Hyperdrive http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2653044.
The other realization that hit me was that while Safestrap can create partitions for loading different ROMs, each one is restricted to a maximum of a 3GB /data partition. When I tried to restore all of my apps this was quickly used up. It isn't supported by Safestrap to flash to the stock location, but it can and has been done. Since Safestrap isn't doing a flash there are more risks and I think that this should probably be kept to a minimum. This is where you want to test all the candidate ROMs first and then decide which one to use and then flash to the stock location. Obviously this could cause problems with the phone and would use ODIN as a fallback. Unless something get totally hosed and then you are out of a phone.
One thing that I realized a long time ago is that when you change devices you may want to do everything exactly the way it was before. On the phone or even when looking for information. But in most cases it is better to change your processes or work flow to work with the new device than it is to change the device to work in your previous work flow.
I'm planning on flashing my mom's phone to a custom ROM tomorrow, she's tired of all the AT&T crap that's gumming up her phone. It was originally locked to AT&T, but we've gotten the unlock from them, so it's unlocked now and on T-Mobile. Is there going to be any issues putting a custom ROM on it? Will it still be unlocked when I'm done? Any special steps I need to be aware of?
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fusedpositron said:
I'm planning on flashing my mom's phone to a custom ROM tomorrow, she's tired of all the AT&T crap that's gumming up her phone. It was originally locked to AT&T, but we've gotten the unlock from them, so it's unlocked now and on T-Mobile. Is there going to be any issues putting a custom ROM on it? Will it still be unlocked when I'm done? Any special steps I need to be aware of?
Thanks!
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I am simply suggesting you search the forums and do lots of research first. These i717 forums are the best. I'm not on T-MO but I believe there are posts specific to it relating to which rom to flash, rooting procedures, etc. The "Super Everything" thread is always a great place to start.
If your Mom wants stable without issues, stick to a stock based ROM. Custom Roms come with brilliant perks but are not created for your individual phone's hardware like a stock ROM and may suffer in some (specific) ways. Good luck and have fun.
Perhaps this link will help
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=36979101
Or this one
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43498032
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Thanks for the advice, but I want to go ahead with a newer ROM. They've abandonded it on ICS and I think she would benefit from going up to KitKat. Worst case, I flash it back down to stock.
I searched about the unlock, and didn't find anything.
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Thanks for the advice, but I want to go ahead with a newer ROM. They've abandonded it on ICS and I think she would benefit from going up to KitKat. Worst case, I flash it back down to stock.
I searched about the unlock, and didn't find anything.
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FWIW a search of this forum gives results stating that you must unlock from stock. ( Standard exclaimer: your device may be different, etc.) I believe you can flash custom after that. Most people here have flashed dozens of ROMs on this device, myself included, but we are not all on the same carrier, etc.
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fusedpositron said:
Thanks for the advice, but I want to go ahead with a newer ROM. They've abandonded it on ICS and I think she would benefit from going up to KitKat. Worst case, I flash it back down to stock.
I searched about the unlock, and didn't find anything.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44921009
Just another link that may be of help.
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I already posted this thread but it was in the wrong forum, so hi, sorry for posting a thread that's likely already been answered, I tried looking through the forums and I'm lost. I used to be really into the custom ROM scene and whatnot back in the galaxy S2, but haven't really been at it in a while.
So I bought my fancy new S6 Edge G295W8, and I'm looking at how I can go about safely rooting it. I checked CF-root but I didn't see my model number, it seems like samsung's adding in more and more model variations every generation. I'm also on a carrier that isn't mentioned specifically under the S6 forums, so that adds to the confusion. So what's a good and safe root to use? I'm still familiar with odin and flashing as pda and whatnot, so I won't need a tutorial on that, just a good starting point at a thread with a root that'll work for me.
And another minor question, any good ROM recommendations? How's the cyanogenmod support for my model? Are there any good clean roms with the edge features still intact?
Thanks in advance for your help, much appreciated.
Gutana said:
I already posted this thread but it was in the wrong forum, so hi, sorry for posting a thread that's likely already been answered, I tried looking through the forums and I'm lost. I used to be really into the custom ROM scene and whatnot back in the galaxy S2, but haven't really been at it in a while.
So I bought my fancy new S6 Edge G295W8, and I'm looking at how I can go about safely rooting it. I checked CF-root but I didn't see my model number, it seems like samsung's adding in more and more model variations every generation. I'm also on a carrier that isn't mentioned specifically under the S6 forums, so that adds to the confusion. So what's a good and safe root to use? I'm still familiar with odin and flashing as pda and whatnot, so I won't need a tutorial on that, just a good starting point at a thread with a root that'll work for me.
And another minor question, any good ROM recommendations? How's the cyanogenmod support for my model? Are there any good clean roms with the edge features still intact?
Thanks in advance for your help, much appreciated.
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Are you sure that's G295W8? Most of the model numbers I see are G925 instead. G925W8 is a supported model for the ping pong root.
As far as ROMS go, I haven't tried that as it would likely trip KNOX and void warranties.
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Are you sure that's G295W8? Most of the model numbers I see are G925 instead. G925W8 is a supported model for the ping pong root.
As far as ROMS go, I haven't tried that as it would likely trip KNOX and void warranties.
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Sorry I'm dumb, yes I meant that G295W8. I just tried pingpongroot, and i keep getting the root failed message. I'm on 5.0.2. Are there any alternatives? kingroot doesn't seem to support my model number.
Pingpongroot should work on the w8. Both of the s6s I've had (edge and regular) worked on it no problem. You just have to do the force root or something like that. Can't remember what the options were but it worked/works like a charm. Just trying to figure out how to do the recovery without wiping everything again...
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I have the W8 as well. It's Canadian I assume. I used pingpong root no problem, but haven't really gone further due to all the models and confusion... I wish the Canadian carriers had their own section in the forum as well. It'll take awhile but just read. I still don't get it myself lol. Don't try flashing a recovery yet or anything though... From what I've noticed, it's bricked many devices
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jeffrohurt said:
Pingpongroot should work on the w8. Both of the s6s I've had (edge and regular) worked on it no problem. You just have to do the force root or something like that. Can't remember what the options were but it worked/works like a charm. Just trying to figure out how to do the recovery without wiping everything again...
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KAwAtA said:
I have the W8 as well. It's Canadian I assume. I used pingpong root no problem, but haven't really gone further due to all the models and confusion... I wish the Canadian carriers had their own section in the forum as well. It'll take awhile but just read. I still don't get it myself lol. Don't try flashing a recovery yet or anything though... From what I've noticed, it's bricked many devices
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So I basically just kept trying ping pong root... It took a couple tries and resets and it eventually just worked I guess?? You're making me paranoid about the recoveries now, are there no solid recoveries for the w8 yet?