Hello, I currently have two atrix's and need some help, as all the information I'm seeing on here is vastly different then when i rooted my first atrix all the way back in april.
So with the first phone its been rooted and has gingerblur rom on it.
android ver. is 2.2.1 (though the creator claims it is 2.2.2)
kernel ver is 2.6.32.9
Build number is 1.5.7 (I read there have been issues with this that im not understanding right now)
As to what it had before the root I honestly do not recall. Nor do i recall what I used to root it, but it was with a guide on this forum.
The second phone that I need to root has
android 2.2.2
kernel ver 1.6.32.9
Build number is 1.8.3 (again I'm confused as to what this means)
Any answers would be very helpful and appreciated. I do not want to brick either of these phones. I've done thing like this many times, but I've never come across something concerning a build number. So I want to be perfectly sure first. Thank you.
probably you should start from swift's noob guide first. things changed a lot since last april.
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Hello, been looking around and this is getting confusing now lol.
My DELL:
Android 2.2
Baseband: GAUSB1A131921-EU
Kernel: 2.6.32.9-perf
Build:12792
So as i've said i've been looking around. Still not sure exactly what i have to do, i have the PDF telling me what to get and i have the steakdroid mod etc but unsure wether i should attempt to flash it.
I've noticed a lot about the baseband. What will happen if i change this? How do i go about it and what is the right one for the UK as I mostly see AT&T and US users talking about their streaks here.
Ok so that question over my next one is about the build number. Do these matter much with the newer ROMs or can i just go ahead with whatever is posted now?
Sorry if this seems stupid but the information is sporadic and unclear to me and this is my first time with Android.
-Sean
Aight so, i semi-bricked it at first, got the dell logo with flashing LEDs. didn't panic
managed to get clockwork on it and installed Streakdroid which is working awesomely.
One question and one problem. Should i upgrade the baseband? What would the advatages be?
The problem is the email client (the one ported from the galaxy tab) keeps crashing. Any way to fix this?
-Sean
EDIT: Happenes when i try to make any changes, update it or use it in any way. Also when it tries to refresh itself. Can't uninstall it either. grrr.
First off, I'm completely new to this and wish to root my new sgs2, and I've done some reading on the forum about this but got some questions (or want to confirm what I think I know) before I actually go ahead with the process. I apologize if it's something others have already asked, but I would really hate for anything to happen to what has become my new baby...
I mainly just want root access on my phone as I've come across several apps and what not that required root access.
My phone's status right now:
Android version: 2.3.3
Baseband: I9100XXKG1
Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7-I9100ZSKG2-CL361136 [email protected] #6
Build: GINGERBREAD.ZSKG2
I found (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399) about CF-Root. It seems like a lot of people recommend this method to root, so I thought I may try it out. Before I do though, I wanted to know:
- Just rooting my phone will not prevent me from receiving any new updates to my phone via Kies, right? (E.g. a new firmware or version comes out in the future...)
- What do I need to do if I wish to unroot in the future?
- For this method, this should be the one I should download and use right? (it's the closest one I found matching my current kernel): CF-Root-SGS2_ZS_OZS_KG2-v4.1-CWM4.zip
Again, sorry for asking what may be pretty simple questions, but I really appreciate everyone's help!
Hi,
You can follow this (http://knowmydroid.com/guide/root-samsung-galaxy-s-2) step by step guide to root your SGS2.
1) Yes, rooting your phone means you cannot use KIES anymore. Its highly not recommended
2) Download any official firmware from SamFirmware.com and flash via ODIN
3) You can flash the KH3 version of CF-Root as well.
Orangetato said:
First off, I'm completely new to this and wish to root my new sgs2, and I've done some reading on the forum about this but got some questions (or want to confirm what I think I know) before I actually go ahead with the process. I apologize if it's something others have already asked, but I would really hate for anything to happen to what has become my new baby...
I mainly just want root access on my phone as I've come across several apps and what not that required root access.
My phone's status right now:
Android version: 2.3.3
Baseband: I9100XXKG1
Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7-I9100ZSKG2-CL361136 [email protected] #6
Build: GINGERBREAD.ZSKG2
I found (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399) about CF-Root. It seems like a lot of people recommend this method to root, so I thought I may try it out. Before I do though, I wanted to know:
- Just rooting my phone will not prevent me from receiving any new updates to my phone via Kies, right? (E.g. a new firmware or version comes out in the future...)
- What do I need to do if I wish to unroot in the future?
- For this method, this should be the one I should download and use right? (it's the closest one I found matching my current kernel): CF-Root-SGS2_ZS_OZS_KG2-v4.1-CWM4.zip
Again, sorry for asking what may be pretty simple questions, but I really appreciate everyone's help!
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Hello,
you will still receive updates via KIES.
Unroot is possible with SuperOneclick. I have not tried so far. Every new firmware overwrites root. So if you root with ODIN and flash the rooted Firmware to the original one, KIES will allow to upgrade.
You could also use ODIA's insecure original kernels and use the ones provided from INTRATECH to have the original back on.
Never tried CF myself.
This phone is practically impossible not to root! Read everything thoroughly and take the dive, see you on the other side
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
Thanks~
Thanks for all the help! I did take the plunge ... and have no regrets!
I used CF's way, and have flashed back to my original stock kernel afterwards (courtesy of INTRATECH). Everything seems to be happy so far.
And now.. time to have some real fun with the phone
Thanks again everyone!
I also recently rooted with the CF-Root method. Congrats from a fellow HK/Taiwan phone user.
Check out this thread if you are interested in an XXKH3 rom with Chinese input: http://www.mobile01.com/topicdetail.php?f=568&t=2188818&last=30718996 (Note: I have not tried these myself.)
I have the Milestone X2 MB867 from CSpire Wireless, System Version 45.0.43.MB867.ACG-CS.en.US that came with Android Version 2.3.6 stock.
Android 2.3.6 patched the security vulnerability that was exploited by the Zergrush and Gingerbreak methods against Android 2.3.4 and 2.3.5. As of Friday, January 20, 2012 04:33:18 PM, attempts to use applications such as SuperOneClick 2.2.x - 2.3.3, MotorolaOneClick, PetesMotorolaRootTools, Unlock Root and the manual method documented here: ht tp:// nosky. us/xsGquN (no spaces) have failed.
So, I'm considering using the SBF method to flash the phone to a rootable state.
I've come across a 2.3.5 OTA update on the following XDA thread which people have successfully reported using on the Milestone X (not X2) as an SBF:
ht tp:// nosky. us/zNES38 (no spaces)
It's an update from my carrier, C Spire / Cellular South, for the Milestone X.
I'm wondering "theoretically" whether the hardware is similar enough for me to use it on my Milestone X2 TEMPORARILY -just long enough to root it and to load a custom ROM like Eclipse or CyanogenMod.
From what I've read, the biggest hurdle for most people using an SBF is loosing carrier-specific settings and thereby breaking cellular and data access. Though the file mentioned above is not specific to my device, I'm thinking that it is similar enough that I might be able to use it to get root and retain my carrier settings to load a custom ROM.
So, is this plan remotely feasible? Or, are there details I'm missing such as programming built into the phone's flash chip that checks for a particular firmware signature or a firmware that is specific to the device (thus meaning it will reject the milestone X files automatically)? Is the phone locked in some way to prevent flashing all together? I'm not sure about what all I don't know. LOL
I'm not averse to risk and willing to "take one for the team" but I try only to take calculated risks, so any insight anyone else can provide would be greatly appreciated.
You would be better off trying our sbf(dx2). A guy did try it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20847101&postcount=31.
did not suceed.
I would contact CellZealot for advice, He IS TBH.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20817571&postcount=30
You would,most likely, get a real brick your way.
Thanks for the reply skwoodwiva.
In the following post, jbzcar claimed to have accomplished root using SuperOneClick but I have yet to find an independent confirmation from another user:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20908482&postcount=39
In short, I'm not sure how much stock I put in his testimony.
I've used Verizon-based ROMs such as Pete's Bugless Beast on my C Spire / Cellular South Milestone in the past and did not have any issues. Assuming that I can successfully flash a Verizon DX2 SBF, can loss of data functionality be corrected? Is there such a thing as an SBF that does not change carrier specific settings (e.g. PRL, Baseband, etc.)?
I can only offer this observation : you Mx2 guys can be very different from each other as your providers are different . You could get a better handle on things if you guys had a way of each poster IDing their phone w/ their phone info page screen shot. If you started a thread and the op had several running "versions found" to fit all the new posters phones into a usefull pattern may develop.
edit the below are from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1408686
http://attachments.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=794366&d=1322202591
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20360381&postcount=40
Are there more versions ?
Hi folks, just wanted to stop in and comment as per a request. Unfortunately, after reading this, I am certain it won't work at all because of hardware differences between M2 and MX2.
Rather than trying to crossflash firmware files in order to root, I would suggest looking at other vulnerabilies in the OS. I realize this is easier said than done, but it is far more likely to be successful than this effort. The person to talk to about would be djrbliss who has done a lot of work on rooting recent Motorola devices. Unfortunately, he is pretty sour on the Android community right now due to a lack of appreciation and understanding of the work he has done already.
Sorry to not have a better answer but I definitely do not recommend attempting to flash an SBF for M2 to an MX2.
I would try some device specific root options like ROTA893 for the Bionic. The newest ota update for them can't be rooted with normal Zergrush. ROTA893 is just a patched version of zerg though.
Sent from my MB870 using XDA App
Hey CellZealot,
Thanks for taking a moment to chime in. I'll try to reach out to djrbliss to enlist his help. I'm all too familiar with how thankless a job working in tech can be, so I'll be careful to be respectful of his time and send him a donation if he'll have it. Speaking of which, how do I get that coffee to you that I promised?
Greetings! I've recently acquired an unwanted Motrola Atrix 4G and I'm wanting to upgrade it to the latest version of Android. Here's the tricky part - it's a Canadian (BELL) phone with an inactive SIM, and I'm not too sure what has actually been installed on it.
As far as I can tell, the previous user has 'Greyblurred' the device (See Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1070076) and flashed it with the custom SBF linked in the thread.
How would I go about updating the phone to Gingerbread? Is an OTA update possible without bricking it?
I should mention that this is my first smart phone, though I quite familiar with the terminology and it's applications. Just a nudge in the right direction would be fantastic.
Here's the system information, if it's of any help:
Code:
System Version: Version 4.2.1.1.MB860.Retail - Blurred
Model Number: MB860
Android Version: 2.2.2
Baseband Version: N_01.92.00R
Motorola Webtop Version: OSHWT_U1_6.54.0
Kernel Version: 2.6.32.9
[email protected] #1
SMP PREEMPT Thu Apr 28 22:58:25 CST 2011
Build Number: OLYEM_U4_2.1.1 - GreyBlurred
Thank you kindly in advance - any help is appreciated!
So it's been almost a year and I figured I'd give this a bump rather than create a new thread. Does anyone have even a whiff of a suggestion? Thank you kindly, in advance.
Okay, I must say I'm quite surprised. Even after almost a year you still haven't been able to research this on your own?
This forum is crammed with various detailed tutorials and guides, that should be enough to get anyone started...
The most obvious first step would be to determine if the phone shows "Unlocked" while booting and/or has a custom recovery installed.
ravilov said:
Okay, I must say I'm quite surprised. Even after almost a year you still haven't been able to research this on your own?
This forum is crammed with various detailed tutorials and guides, that should be enough to get anyone started...
The most obvious first step would be to determine if the phone shows "Unlocked" while booting and/or has a custom recovery installed.
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The phone does not say unlocked. However, it does have CWM installed.
I have read through every tutorial. The issue isn't determining how to get the phone flashed to a newer ROM, it's the fact that it has a unique SBF's on it, and I am unable to receive OTA updates (though that's obvious). I'm wanting to simply upgrade it to the newest version without bricking it.
Since it dealt with flashing an SBF that has since been unsupported, I figured I should ask first, before going ahead and fiddling on my own.
Also, it being a BELL model it all the more frustrating!
(And, I am unable to take it to a BELL service store/send it in etc. since I am in Sweden.)
You have CWM. You have absolutely no need to touch a SBF ever again.
Just flash a ROM through CWM. There is no way to brick the phone that way.
All CWM-flashable ROMs work on all devices.
Dropped my hd2 at work, looked for a replacement phone at fry's Electronics
came across an Unbranded Carrier-Unlocked Atrix 4g said i want it.so i bought it.
I've searched high and low for resources to help me:
Root
flash recovery
flash rom.
At the moment I've managed to root using
superoneclick.
i keep reading about possibly bricking this phone,
which is why i wont continue on my own.
I'm looking for instructions,links, or how-to's.
I have looked at the stickies,
and its a cluster of confusion that doesn't help me what so ever.
Phone Information
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System Information 45.31.0.MB860.AsiaRetail.en.03
Model Number MB860
Android Version 2.3.4
Baseband Version N_01.100.00R
Webtop WT-1.2.0-133_38
Kernel Version 2.6.32.9
[email protected] #3
APflex version
GAS_ASIA_USAOLYGBSEARET_P011
GAS_ASIA_USAOLYGBSEARET_A003
GAS_ASIA_USAOLYGBSEARET_M001
Build number 4.5.2a-74_OLE-31
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Hi there, have a look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302423
I have an AT&T Atrix and this is the unlock/recovery I used and I'm still smiling
I know that it can be bricked, but I don't think many people do just take your time and read through (twice if you need to) and follow the instructions. I cant remember exactly what happened but I was scared at one stage but I carried on and all's well :good:
My Atrix isn't carrier branded, therefore I'm not sure what'd work for you will work for me.
I had already looked at that post, it offered no insight into my dilemma.
It doesn't specifically say it works on ALL atrix 4g variants which is why I'm seeking verification.
There are really only 3 variants of Atrix. And yes, this works on all of them that have an unlockable bootloader, regardless of the variant or firmware version.
Any such modification always carries with it certain risk though, so as always, do it at your own risk. What is already offered on the forum is pretty much all you are going to get, if you still don't feel comfortable with doing it, it's probably best if you leave it alone.