Alright, I know alot of people follow development actively but I figured I would create and (semi)maintain a timeline including links, etc. All for the benefit of people. This will include problems, releases, etc of major developments. Nothing minor or silly like a few small tweaks. Anyway, let's begin.
Root was found: for 1.4.0
Bootloader was cracked: also CWM was developed, CM9 development starts
CM9 development progress shown ^ see previous link
Root through sdcard found: 1.4.1 and any other versions (since it's made to boot off sdcard first)
CM7 development starts: Goncezilla, CelticWebSolutions and Indirect start (Indirect drops out of the team but helps with fixes and solutions.)
CM7 "beta" released: by Celtic and Goncezilla
CM7 "beta" was found to brick tablets: by formatting the x-loader instead of the sdcard (fix is contained in the link.) (found by indirect {unfortunately} but also fixed by indirect)
1.4.1 SD method confusion
Hey Indirect,
First of all, congrats on the successful debricking. Second of all, thanks for all the work, etc. I would help if I knew how to code, etc. But, I don't (and I'm an Android noob), so I'm grateful.
But third, it seems like the 1.4.1 SD method thread has gotten a bit out of hand from a week ago. There are confusions as to what image is what, and as to how to enable sideloading if you were using 1.4.1, and to if the "n" button fails or not.
Any chance you might go back to that thread and straighten it all out for us lowly beggars, too scared to dive in?
Also, since I'm a complete newb, I'd love a "so you screwed up" mini tutorial on how to use SWM to recover what you just did (I think that's what swm is for?). I've tried searching, but haven't found anything.
Anyway, again, I really appreciate what you're working on and that you make it available for everyone.
Thanks,
Jon
jonceramic said:
Hey Indirect,
First of all, congrats on the successful debricking. Second of all, thanks for all the work, etc. I would help if I knew how to code, etc. But, I don't (and I'm an Android noob), so I'm grateful.
But third, it seems like the 1.4.1 SD method thread has gotten a bit out of hand from a week ago. There are confusions as to what image is what, and as to how to enable sideloading if you were using 1.4.1, and to if the "n" button fails or not.
Any chance you might go back to that thread and straighten it all out for us lowly beggars, too scared to dive in?
Also, since I'm a complete newb, I'd love a "so you screwed up" mini tutorial on how to use SWM to recover what you just did (I think that's what swm is for?). I've tried searching, but haven't found anything.
Anyway, again, I really appreciate what you're working on and that you make it available for everyone.
Thanks,
Jon
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I am guessing you meant CWM -ClockWorkMod ... just toto indirects thread on the developers forum http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1482519
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Hi all, as you can tell by the title, I am a newbie to not only this site but also to Android & Linux too!
A little bit of a bio on what I've done so far (a bit long so please bear with me!)
I've had my HTC Desire (about 6 different handsets at last count) for just over a month, and as I have problems with the standard Orange HTC software, I read up and successfully rooted my handset, since this I have had no problems with the handset what so ever, and wont ever go back to Orange based software!
Now I have read up about 'cooking' my own ROM's, and spent some time on android.modaco.com, but I dont have the spare cash to pay for the online kitchen, and with a lot of research I stumbled upon this site (great site & info by the way!!!) so I followed the post on how to set up Ubuntu in VirtualBox (until the Java error and it needing root access or something) but anyway, I then saw the post about Cygwin and how to set up the kitchen and I did 'cook' a ROM, it was bassed on Pirate Rum's Android 2.2 ROM, so I run this through and added a few extra's but when it was burnt onto my handset and it rebooted, it did not work, the screen came up as normal, but I think I left out a launcher as I couldnt get to a home screen, no problem I thought so I then downloaded the 'PB99IMG_Bravo_HTC_WWE_1.21.405.2_Radio_32.36.00.28U_4.06.00.02_2_release_126984_signed.zip' ROM from the list of sites in the post about Cygwin, and precoded to modify this to my liking, also adding the Apps2SD package, all seemed to go well until the install was complete and it just got stuck in the loop of rebooting, getting the white HTC screen with the annoying tone and rebooting again.
It was like when I first rooted my handset and didnt partition the SD card & set it up per the guide on how to partition the card (512MB EXT2, the rest FAT32) etc... but anyway, I couldnt recover the handset properly, so I had to do the rooting procedure all over again, with goldcard, then set up Apps2SD, partition SD card before I could install ROM Manager to restore my phone to fully working order!
Please can you help a noob to be able to successfully 'cook' and burn my own ROM onto my handset please, as I am really eager to complete this so I can add new skills to my repertoire
Thanks in advance for your patience, help & advice and again, sorry for the mammoth post!
TIA, Arty.
Hi Arty,
Welcome to xda-developers. It seems you've already read up alot on android. Still I would advice you to read the top sticky posts, as they contain ALOT of useful info on "cooking" and android rom.
Oh, and try to refrain from creating new topics with every question you have. I know this is your first, but I'm just making sure you're going to be a good member.
Advice needed!
Thanks for the welcome NeoS2007!
I have managed to custom a few ROMS, but these have been ROMS that others have cooked and I would like a blank canvas so to speak!
The other day I did download a stock Android 2.2 ROM, but I think it was for the N1 or something because after waiting ALL FLIPPING DAY for it to download(guess the guys site speed was really pants) I flashed it onto my Desire but it didnt work, just was stuck on the white HTC screen for about half hour before I accepted it would not work!
I have also tried to use different boot animations (how DO you make these yourself?) made by others and use that on a ROM I have been fond of, but that dont work either
Also, how is it possible to make your own backdrop wallpapers for Android to add to your cooked ROM?
In short, the topics I need help with are:
*** Where to get an un-modded Android 2.2 ROM from that works on the Desire?
*** How to make your own custom boot animations?
*** How to make & add your own wallpaper to add to your cooked ROM?
Thanks in advance for your help, time & replies, I hope I can get the answers to the questions I have asked here!
Arty.
Hi guys,
First off, I'm a total newbie to custom ROMs, root etc - so whilst I'm considering following ChainFire's directions to install CWM, it makes me nervous... I did read all 20 pages of the thread, but am still left wondering about a few things:
1) Once installed, is that it? Have I voided my warranty? It states that you can still update firmware or re-install stock ROM, but I got the impression that it left a trace behind which Samsung could find. Is this correct?
2) Presumably before attempting this, I should completely back up my phone. But how? I can copy files from readable SD card (int & ext), but what about the 'hidden' parts of my phone?
3) Finally, how risky is this? I have been tempted to root for ages now (had an HTC Magic, then N1), but just felt my complete lack of knowledge (have been using Android for 2 years now and regularly read tech sites, but more from a user POV rather than dev) has kept me from attempting it. I know, bravery is the key! But is it really worth me trying it if I'm that lost in the world of dev-speak...???
In advance, I really would like to thank anyone who can spare me their time to help me through this...! I feel so out of my depth, yet am actually really comfortable with Android (since cupcake), so feel as though I should be able to get more from the OS.
Once again, thanks.
Jamie
Greetings Everyone,
First-off, a little about myself:
I'm pretty familiar with the world of rooting/hacking/exploiting devices on multiple platforms, such as:
1. - Android (Rooting/Hacking/Custom Recovery, Kernals, Nandroids, Custom ROMs, etc.)
2. - Palm/HP WebOS (Developer Mode/WOSQI/PreWare/Custom Kernals/Patching/Themes, etc.)
3. - Blackberry (BBSAK/Vendor-Independent Custom OS/CODs/Themes, etc.)
4. - iPhone Jail-breaking (tethered/untethered) cydia apps, installous, etc.)
5. - HomeBrew/Exploiting of non-phone devices (Nintendo WII, Nintendo DS/I, Sony PSP), hell, even uncapping Motorola Surfboard Modems back in the day!
That all said, I'm pretty familiar with the whole scene. So although I'm no expert...I'm also not a complete n00b.
...except for Tablets, like the Nook Tablet!!! I'm still pretty much a n00b when it comes to tablets. I did assist a friend of mine in rooting here Viewsonic G-Tab a few months ago, but that's about it.
I just bought my son a Nook Tablet for Christmas and like all of the other devices, it's ready to be hacked.
With that said, I have all of the common questions that many first-timers do on the Nook Tablet, with the added experience that I can draw from.
So that said, can someone give me a 'quick n' dirty' breakdown or summary on where we are at today with the Nook Tablet in terms of rooting/hacking/exploits? Such points would include:
1. - Rooting; Are there multiple utilities out there, or is it all done through ADB?
2. - Custom Recovery: How many types of Custom Recovery choices are there for the Nook Tablet? My personal favorite is Xionia Clockwork.
3. - Custom ROMs: Are there tons of choices or only a few to choose from? Which ones are recommended? Which ones should I avoid?
4. - OTA Updates/Firmware Updates: As of right now, we have not even ran any system updates, because I wanted to make sure that I knew what I needed to before hand, to avoid risking any potential updates that could nuke my ability to root. So that said, is there a set of update versions that are more compatible than others? Should I update the Nook Tablet right away or should I avoid OTA updates like the plague? Is there an OTA update that could nuke my ability to root or load Custom ROMs?
5. - Will Android ICS become available for the Nook Tablet?
6. - What about the wonderful world of OverClocking?
7. - Any other helpful tips that will get me started on the right track??
Thank you all!!!
BiggJoe
Right now we have root through adb and scripts but a locked bootloader. Read the developers section for more info or use search
Ok, got it. What about OTA updates? Should I update, avoid updating, does it matter?
I'm pretty new to rooting as well. I've been trying to read everything i can at the forums every night to stay on top of it. So far what I've learned is this:
1. You want to root your nook Tablet (I've only used Indirect's method so far)
2. Block OTA's (Indirect has a link on how to do it at the top of his rooting)
If you don't block OTA's you will be forced to reset your device back to 1.4.0 just to root it later.
There are a few new posts on other rooting options, but I haven't tried them yet.
b1ggjoe said:
Ok, got it. What about OTA updates? Should I update, avoid updating, does it matter?
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You don't want the update (1.4.0 to 1.4.1). Look in the development forum for blocking methods.
Ok, this is awesome info. So we can at leat r00t for now and I need to make sure to block OTAs...since v.1.4.0 is where I need to stay at.
We'll have to do something about the locked bootloader at some point then.
sweet.
In addition to 'Indirect', who else is pretty active in Nook Tablet development and exploits?
BJ
b1ggjoe said:
Ok, this is awesome info. So we can at leat r00t for now and I need to make sure to block OTAs...since v.1.4.0 is where I need to stay at.
We'll have to do something about the locked bootloader at some point then.
sweet.
In addition to 'Indirect', who else is pretty active in Nook Tablet development and exploits?
BJ
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AdamOutler, DeanGibson, Loglud, and a few others are the big dogs here. Pop into the IRC.
I'm not certain if this is the best forum for this question or not. If not, please move it to the appropriate forum.
This may sound crazy but can you downgrade a NT that shipped with 1.4.1 to 1.4.0? I realize there are ways to revert an upgrade unit but I'm not sure if those will work on a unit that shipped with 1.4.1 rather than being upgraded to 1.4.1.
I realize that there are new methods for rooting that will allow us to root from version 1.4.1 but the NT doesn't come out looking or acting exactly the same as using Indirect's original method for 1.4.0. My wife got me a NT for Christmas and we both loved it. I rooted mine, didn't debloat, installed the Go launcher and, otherwise, left it as close to stock as possible. As a result, unlike many others, the B&N "read in-store" feature still works on my NT where it doesn't on many rooted NTs.
My wife was using mine more and more and it was becoming harder for us to share so she purchased her own. Hers was a month newer and came with 1.4.1 out of the box. We found Indirect's newer SD card method for rooting a 1.4.1 NT and Albert's updated videos using it. We tried them and they worked. However, this root method uses a different launcher and looks different than my unit which my wife prefers since that's what she's used to. More importantly, the B&N "read in-store" feature will not work on her unit. She really enjoys this feature.
It seems like the best alternative, if it were possible, would be to downgrade her new 1.4.1 unit to 1.4.0 and then perform Indirect's original 1.4.0 root procedure.
Would this be feasible?
Thanks to anyone that may be able to lead me in the right direction and I know my wife would be eternally grateful.
Sincerely,
- Byron Followell
@bfollowell yes you can. I regularly do it for my friends when they get the nook and it comes with the 1.4.1 firmware when they purchase it. Just follow the instructions from:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1402190
You should be able to do it. Credits to AdamOutler who did it, I'm just copy pasting stuff
Not only can you ... this is my preferred method for the exact reasons you stated.
Good luck and have fun!
I have never rooted anything before, as I've heard horror stories about people turning their new device into a door stop. But I would now like to try. I have a Nook Tablet, version 1.4.3. Never been rooted before, as previously mentioned. I have read some of the other threads related to rooting but am not certain if the answers apply to my specific situation, as most others seem to have already rooted previously:
1) What is the simplest way to do this? (I am a novice, so speak slowly.)
2) Do I risk bricking my device? Stated differently, if I screw this up, can I reset the device to factory settings and start over, or does it become the door stop with no going back?
3) Curious - I have an Android phone. If after rooting, I link the Nook to my Google account, will I be able to download software I have already purchase and have installed on my phone, or no? Do I have to buy a second license?
4) Anything else I need to know?
Thanks in advance.
mpotts7 said:
I have never rooted anything before, as I've heard horror stories about people turning their new device into a door stop. But I would now like to try. I have a Nook Tablet, version 1.4.3. Never been rooted before, as previously mentioned. I have read some of the other threads related to rooting but am not certain if the answers apply to my specific situation, as most others seem to have already rooted previously:
1) What is the simplest way to do this? (I am a novice, so speak slowly.)
2) Do I risk bricking my device? Stated differently, if I screw this up, can I reset the device to factory settings and start over, or does it become the door stop with no going back?
3) Curious - I have an Android phone. If after rooting, I link the Nook to my Google account, will I be able to download software I have already purchase and have installed on my phone, or no? Do I have to buy a second license?
4) Anything else I need to know?
Thanks in advance.
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Just search for Manual Nooter 5.02.20 and flash it with a CWM bootable SD. You can get the image for the bootable SD in my tips thread linked in my signature.
And no to bricking, it is a pretty safe procedure.
Once you log in your previous purchases are available.
This is the wrong forum for the Nook Tablet..no? This is Nook Color Forum and you say you have the tablet.
I was not aware that Manual Nooter would work on the Nook Tablet.
davidr415 said:
This is the wrong forum for the Nook Tablet..no? This is Nook Color Forum and you say you have the tablet.
I was not aware that Manual Nooter would work on the Nook Tablet.
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You are right. I misread the post. Disregard what I said about Manual Nooter. The part about purchases was right though.
I had the dual boot you can get from the link Im posting. My girlfriend and I both have it done, and shes not tech savvy at all, and is still able to use it. Its nice not having to swap out SD cards and everything. But if you want to remove it, its a bit of a PITA as Im having an issue with getting back all of my memory from the second partition thats created.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=959461&page=1