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I have a GSM Razr running on rooted GB 2.3.6, with stock recovery. I plan to flash it with Retail.en.EU ICS Leak 672.180.33, which needs to be done using stock recovery. My question is that I believe J Y Daddy's CWM can be flashed on the Razrs, does that mean I will lose stock recovery if this is done? I believe that you can only have one Recovery either CWM or Stock.
Thx in anticipation.
You won't be able to update to ICS with CWM/bootstrapper (at least it didn't work for me). Easiest way to do it:
1. Run everything stock
2. Root
3. Voodoo backup your root (temp unroot)
2. Update to ICS
5. Recover root
6. Install CWM on boot for ICS (Google it)
7. You've now got CWM on boot + ICS however you may need to remove CWM in the future for the next OTA (which is a easy process)
Another option is to install safestrap, which allows for easy installation and uninstallation compared to cwm/bootstrapper. A lot safer system-wise and basically the same features as cwm/bootstrapper
Thx for the step by step upgrade xXxTehxXx, much appreciated.
I read that on GSM RAZRs, Safestrap cannot be installed due to partition limitations on the filesystems. There's more space available on CDMA RAZRs.
xXxTehxXx said:
You won't be able to update to ICS with CWM/bootstrapper (at least it didn't work for me). Easiest way to do it:
1. Run everything stock
2. Root
3. Voodoo backup your root (temp unroot)
2. Update to ICS
5. Recover root
6. Install CWM on boot for ICS (Google it)
7. You've now got CWM on boot + ICS however you may need to remove CWM in the future for the next OTA (which is a easy process)
Another option is to install safestrap, which allows for easy installation and uninstallation compared to cwm/bootstrapper. A lot safer system-wise and basically the same features as cwm/bootstrapper
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prabbie said:
Thx for the step by step upgrade xXxTehxXx, much appreciated.
I read that on GSM RAZRs, Safestrap cannot be installed due to partition limitations on the filesystems. There's more space available on CDMA RAZRs.
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This is not true. I have a GSM Razr , and I m using SafeStrap 3.05.
2 weeks ago i bought the Xt910 GSM (Italy), updated to 2.3.6 with OTA and 2 days ago i rooted it with this guide: http://droidrazrroot.com/droid-razr-root/how-to-root-your-droid-razr-android-2-3-66-12-173/
i come from a ZTE Blade, where I installed clockwork recovery. I'd like to install recovery on the Xt910 as well, do a backup of the system and then start installing custom roms. But I am a total noob to RAZR and I couldn't find any sticky/thread to clear my doubts:
what is the difference between bootmenu, bootstrap and safestrap? what do i want to install to make a backup of the system and then start installing custom ICS/JB roms?
If I want to install Bootmenu, I'd follow this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1792955 but it says "You have to be on ICS 4.0.4 to follow this Guide", and I am 2.3.6. how do I update to ICS before installing Bootmenu?
I was thinking to keep the original rom on 1st system and install the custom rom on 2nd system (if i correctly understood). thanks ahead for the answers
edit: damn posted in the wrong section -_- sorry I had so many opened tabs and didn't check..
If you want to flash the KeXec JB Roms, you have to use Safestrap XT910.
If you want to flash regular ICS Custom Roms you should use BootMenu.
Unfortunately on Safestrap XT910 I can only boot KeXec Roms. Regular Roms won't boot for me.
You find an How to for both Recovery's in Dev Section. BM is sticked and for Safestrap you have to look a bit.
BTW: KeXec is an Bootloader-Bypass to run Custom Kernels on our locked RazR.
You can easy switch between these 2 Recovery's. Just uninstall the one you don't need and install the other.
Safestrap: Open App in Non Safe Side and hit the uninstall Button.
BM: Is shown in the Safestrap How to
Sent from my KeXec XT910
thanks for the clear answer. I think this is the Safestrap's thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30569963
I think I will go for BM, but as you said I can change my mind quite easily I have one question remaining:
I'd like to: make a backup of my system -> install OTA ICS -> make another backup -> install custom ROMs.
But how do i make the first backup if I am on 2.3.6 (with root) and both BM and SS require ICS?
Flash the EU Fastbootfiles for ICS. You don't need an GB Backup, because you can't restore it anyway after ICS. No way back to GB :thumbdown:
Sent from my KeXec XT910
Thank you again. I succesfully installed ICS first with this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1747800 (using RSD Lite 5.7), then i updated the ROM with this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1755764 (I wiped data between ICS and update installation).
Now I will proceed installing BootMenu, making a backup copy and then start installing ustom roms
Hey All!
MODERATORS: Please change the name of this thread to "[ROOT] [RECOVERY] [ODIN] [APK] All-in-One Guide" and maybe sticky it?
Before Reading this guide, check your Bootloader version in Settings ==> about this phone, it looks like VRUFxxx, if on MDK, go here NOW http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292112, this guide uses CWM recovery, but there are others, just google either "PhilZ touch Recovery Galaxy S4 Verizon Loki" or "TWRP Recovery Galaxy S4 Verizon Loki" if you don't like CWM.
If on any other bootloader, Flash the MK2 Full-Wipe Tar (below in the ODIN section) if you want to run 4.3 Jellybean ROMS, or NC5 Full-Wipe Tar if you want to run 4.4.x Kitkat ROMs
MAJOR EDIT - SafeStrap can now boot (very few) Google Edition (AOSP) ROMs!!! After getting SafeStrap 3.72 installed, SELinux set to Permissive, and your bootloader on NC5, you can wipe /data /system and /cache (as well as dalvik-cache), the Google Edition ROM linked later in the thread under the SafeStrap Compatible ROMs Section, and of course flash either NC2 Modules or NC5 Modules depending on your bootloader version.
ROOT
To begin I didn't create this, Geohot (George Hotz) did, I am just sharing it with this forum and creating a discussion type post for it, as not to junk up the initial thread.
It exploits CVE-2014-315, which exists in all Kitkat 4.4.2 (and Nexus 4.4.3) devices. This will work on all 4.4.2 (and some 4.4.3) devices as long as they don't have /system write protection (Like newer Moto and HTC phones...)
This was originally thought to be a useless vulnerability due to the fact that when exploited it only gave access to a remote root shell for ~15 seconds before SELinux implementations kick on and kill it, or in most cases it causes the system to reboot upon exploitation (I still don't understand why this happened...?)
Geohot however, found a way to shape this vulnerability into the amazing exploit TowelRoot. It comes in the form of an installable APK
Prerequisites: Enabled Unknown sources in settings
1. Navigate to http://towelroot.com
2. Click the lambda (the greek letter) or download here https://www.dropbox.com/s/71a7e8wdscbdd0t/tr.apk
3. Open the APK file and click install
4. Follow on-screen prompts
Now you can either use SafeStrap which can flash mods/zips/ROMs:
SafeStrap Method
Note: SafeStrap doesn't work with encryption turned on (disabled by default). If you don't know if you don't have encryption on/your phone isn't a business phone (in which case you shouldn't be doing this!!!) then you most likely don't have encryption on!!
5. Use this app to change your SELinux mode to "Permissive" https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mrbimc.selinux, this is required to use SafeStrap
6. Install SafeStrap 3.72 APK from this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2448925, NOT 3.71 FROM THE VERIZON THREAD!!! Then click install in the SafeStrap App
7. Flash http://download.chainfire.eu/451/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.01.zip, this step is NOT OPTIONAL, without this file, your SU Binaries will not update!!! (This is important!). Do this by rebooting your phone and clicking "recovery" when safestrap prompts you, then clicking "install" and selecting the /zip linked above, then swiping to flash, and rebooting.
Normal Method
5. Download http://download.chainfire.eu/451/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.01.zip
6. Use ES File Explorer https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop and unzip the file
7. Open the /common folder in the unzipped file, and copy the SuperUser.apk to the /system/app/ folder in the root of the phone, confirm any SuperUser Access requests at this point
8. Reboot
9. Open SuperSU and under the settings tab, update your SU Binary
10. Profit
TWEAKS
(Optional)
10. Flash http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23487008491962487 in SafeStrap to enable wifi tethering
11. Use https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bitcubate.root.busybox.complete to update to the newest version of BusyBox (The more popular BusyBox apps wouldn't work for me/ didn't have the newest version)
SAFESTRAP NOTES/HOW TO
- Have Wifi/Data/Bluetooth issues? Flash NC5 Modules and wifi fix:http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23487008491963692
- Still have Wifi/Data/Bluetooth issues after NC5 Modules? Wipe clean and ref lash your ROM and this time try the NC2 Modules and wifi fix:http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23487008491963696
- We CANNOT just flash a custom recovery, our bootloader is locked, and won't be unlock in the foreseeable future, we have to use SafeStrap instead
- To flash a ROM, reboot the phone, and click the menu button during boot up to get to SafeStrap, go to "Mount" ==> Check /System, leave the others checked
Then go back to the menu, go to "Wipe" ==> /System and swipe to wipe, you do not have to wipe /data, but it is strongly recommended (But this WILL wipe your data!!!)
The go back to menu, click "Install" select you ROM's .zip file AND SuperSU 1.99v4.zip to be safe
- You cannot use ROM Slots because this version of SafeStrap is made for the ATT S4, because of that we have some incompatibilities, you can only install to the "Stock" Slot
- BEWARE of flashing a Custom ROM and wiping /system, because if wipe /system, YOU ARE ERASING SAFESTRAP, if you flash a ROM that doesn't boot/is incompatible, you will have to ODIN back to stock!!!
- On a similar note, don't just flash a new ROM over your current ROM without wiping /system, as "dirty" flashing never ends well
- Most ATT SafeStrap 4.4.2/3 ROM work on the Verizon version, just a matter of testing them!!!
ROMS THAT ARE CURRENTLY COMPATIBLE WITH SAFESTRAP 3.72
Pre-Rooted 4.4.2 - Removes BloatWare stuff and implements the features from the International version that Verizon removed http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23329332407590564
Google Edition ROM (TW Kernel) Option 1 - Google Edition ROM that IS compatible with SafeStrap, although not everything works... I know it says ATT, but I have tested and it works on verizon[/B]http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2767026
Google Edition AOSP (TW Kernel) Option 2 - Madre de Dios.... Google Edition for Safestrap, who'd of thunk. It is the latest 4.4.4 and everything except for MTP Mode (file transfer), and Wifi is touchy... but who cares, AOSP!!! http://www.livewinter.com/mirror/get_file.php?id=30
BlackBox - An AOSP themed ROM that keeps many Samsung features, just google "BlackBox ROM S4 for a list of features/screenshots http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23501681358541454
HyperDrive RLS 16.1 - TouchWiz S5/Note 3 with many awesome baked in features http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2301724
Purified ROM - AOSP Themed with custom toggles http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2759811
gDux - Highly Customized TouchWiz/AOSP, hard to explain, but really cool!!! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2759786
Blue Chrome Edition - Googlie made this.... I don't know anything about it, wanna describe it @googlie? http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23329332407588272
PhoeniX ROM V8.0.1 - Strongly tweaked ROM based on TouchWiz, again just google "PhoeniX ROM S4" for description/screenies http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23501681358541455
FoxHound ROM - One of the best ports I've found around, there are so many options that no 2 installs of Foxhound are the same, you could live with just raflashing different options of this ROM and be happy for a long time...http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23487008491966537
Baja ROM - AOSP/TouchWiz Hybrid http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2696872
Echoe ROM - First 4.4.2 TouchWiz ROM made for out phone, very stable/stock-ish with some added features http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2702592
Eclipse - My personal favorite!!! My daily runner. Best Google themed TW ROM that exists in my opinionhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2351840
This is a link to @googlies downloads folder in case anybody wants it, there are some work in progress ROMs and ROM backups (.rar files,) you can check out in there, to use those just unRAR them into you SafeStrap folder on you SD Card, and then restore the backup in SafeStrap
HOW TO BOOT TO RECOVERY/DOWNLOAD MODE
Stock Recovery Mode = Hold Volume Up + Home Button + Power until it buzzes, then release the power button
Download/ODIN Mode = Hold Volume Down until it buzzes and when prompted push volume up to accept
SafeStrap Recovery = "Reboot to Recovery" buttoning the SafeStrap app does not work, instead turn the phone off and turn it back on, then push the menu button after the Samsung Screen goes away
Note - If you see a "Samsung Custom" screen with an unlocked padlock, it doesn't mean you have an unlocked bootloader!!! Don't get your hopes up, it just means that the phone is customized software wize.
ODIN GUIDE
ODIN is a program used to return Samsung phones to stock, it provides many ways to restore the different partitions of the phone;
F. Reset Time - Doesn't ever hurt anything, usually recommended/necessary, but I am not completely sure what it does?
Auto Reboot - Check unless you plan on flashing multiple files before reboot (not recommended)
PIT File - Necessary when completely repartitioning the phone, in most cases will wipe the whole phone clean (excluding @googlies/@Surge1223s guide to downgrade from NC5), it is a partition table template. Comes in the form of a .PIT file.
BL (Called Bootloader in older versions of ODIN) - Restores Bootloader, don't jack with this unless you know what you are doing, you cannot flash any bootloader lower than the on you are currently on! Ex. NC5 ==> MDK won't work, there are some small exceptions like @googlies NC5 ==> MK2 Downgrade, this was only possible due to the NC2 leak that allows downgrades. These files must be signed by Samsung. Comes in the form of a .tar file
AP (Called PDA in older versions of ODIN) - Restores to /System, doesn't Wipe it, just overwrites if necessary. Comes in the form of a .tar file
CP - (Called Phone/Modem in older versions of ODIN) - Restores Modem, wipes it and overwrites with new version. Comes in the form of a .tar file
CSC - (Called Cache in older versions of ODIN) - Restores to /Cache, wipes it and overwrites with new version. Comes in the form of a .tar file
UMS - I am unsure... Anyone? Possibly custom file flashing for Developer editions...?
ODIN 3.09 - Stock ODIN program, used in ALL cases except downgradeshttps://www.dropbox.com/s/b1kjainbic4iloo/Odin_v3.09.zip
ODIN 3.10 - made by @googlie I believe? Used in his guide for downgrading http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23329332407587822
NC5 No-Wipe and Full-Wipe Tars - No-Wipe (Use in most cases) will leave your data in tact but restore /system to stock, Full-Wipe restores everything to stockhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2735172
MK2 No-Wipe and Full-Wipe Tars - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2578209
MDK Full-Wipe Tar (If anyone has a link to a No-Wipe, please post it) - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2289325
HOW TO RUN 4.3 ROMS IF ON NC5/NC2
This is made for NC5 phones, but will also work on NC2 and allow you to retain the NC2 Bootloader. If you don't know if you are on NC2, THEN YOU ARE NOT, very few people are on NC2, and those that are are there because they know what they are doing (hopefully).
If you want to run 4.3 ROMS in SafeStrap unRAR this file and place it in the AP slot of ODIN (credits to @googlie) http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23501681358537591, then reboot to stock recovery and wipe data and cache, then reboot and use SafeRoot to Root http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565758 and install SafeStrap 3.71 from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2441441 and finally flash your 4.3 ROM found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2630040
If you have issues, flash the different fixes (Wifi, Voice, Data, etc.) from this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51955929 in SafeStrap, READ WHAT THEY ARE BEFORE FLASHING
SAMSUNG KNOX
To disable/remove KNOX from stock ROMs:
Download: To Disable: Titanium Backup https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup
To remove completely use RootAppDelete https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=zsj.android.uninstall, use Pro mode within the app when it asks
Open the app that you downloaded above (either one depending on your choice) Tap the search button and type ‘Knox’ and you’ll get the list of all the files named as knox.
Freeze/Remove (Pro-Mode) the following using titanium backup/RootAppDelete, to find them just search "KNOX"
Delete/Freeze
com.sec.enterprise.knox.attestation
com.sec.knox.eventsmanager
KLMS Agent
KNOX
Knox Notification Manager
KNOX Store
I will be updating this thread as more comes out.
Please refrain from asking stupid questions like "It wonnnnn't boot?" and "Why it no work?", give a good question, and we will give a good answer.
Have Fun!!!
Edit: Added Dropbox Mirror (because some people are having issues with the TowelRoot site... maybe overloaded? XD )
Edit 2: I added a WHOLE lot to this thread and converted it to an All-in-One type guide, hope you enjoy
I may try this on my wife's stock s4 as long as no one tells her.
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I did this at 1 o'clock today when he release it. Works great! However be sure to download the latest SuperSU here:
http://download.chainfire.eu/447/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.99r4.zip
The one in the play store refused to update binaries for some reason.
After you download, open/extract the Zip file. In it is a folder called 'common'. In that folder you will find the updated apk. Just install that and you are good to go!
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So if I'm on rooted MK2 (stock, no special recovery or anything, just rooted) should I just unfreeze the updater, full unroot in supersu, get the ota, then run this?
Just curious if anyone currently on stock/rooted mk2 has ota'd up without having to factory reset and lose all their data or not.
esheesle said:
So if I'm on rooted MK2 (stock, no special recovery or anything, just rooted) should I just unfreeze the updater, full unroot in supersu, get the ota, then run this?
Just curious if anyone currently on stock/rooted mk2 has ota'd up without having to factory reset and lose all their data or not.
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If you update OTA, you shouldn't have to factory reset. Worse comes to worse, I use the no-wipe files in Odin to clean everything out and maintain data.
Do exactly as you said above... Unfreeze updater, unroot, make sure all stock files are there though. Meaning if you uninstalled a system app (VZW stuff for example) reinstall it. Then take the update OTA. Once there , install towel root and push button and whala! Root on 4.4.2!
If you run into trouble updating (if it won't OTA for some reason). Use the no-wipe file found here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2578209
This will protect your data, and do everything stated above in one instance. If you need help with this, just google how to use Odin and read that thread. (File goes in PDA/AP slot. Click start)
Forgot to mention, after you Odin, you take the OTA, and proceed.
Those are MK2 files....
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Just used this method myself, works great, easiest and quickest root I have ever done.
this doesn't trip the know counter right? also, does this mean we can install SS and install custom roms now? sorry if it's dumb question.
vzwnexus said:
this doesn't trip the know counter right? also, does this mean we can install SS and install custom roms now? sorry if it's dumb question.
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Knox is still 0x0
You could install SS before with the downgrade/upgrade root methods. I did not re-install SS recover but you should be able to use the ATT version just like with the downgrade/upgrade methods
I want to try this, but first I must ask will the mobile hotspot hack that was put out for Jelly Bean work for this also, or is there something similar?
just rooted mine as well.
Since having to get a warranty replacement and losing the ability to flash stock roms, i have not had the need for root, but why not? lol
will4958 said:
I want to try this, but first I must ask will the mobile hotspot hack that was put out for Jelly Bean work for this also, or is there something similar?
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I'm unsure if tethering will work on the NC5 build... Will look into it though
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I did this and tried to install safestrap and all it did was reboot. Don't know what I left out.
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Nicklag said:
I did this and tried to install safestrap and all it did was reboot. Don't know what I left out.
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Did you open the app and tell it to install recovery?
Yes
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Having the same issues myself. I have no clue in how to install safestrap at all after using towelroot. Got my rom ready to flash but cant get a recovery going to be able to do so.
Nicklag said:
Yes
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What version of SS? Did you try the 3.72 for ATT?
I rooted my wife's s4 with towelroot then tried to install SuperSU but when it tries to update binaries it says this device has Knox would you like to try to disable Knox continue or cancel if I hit cancel it just doesn't install but I haven't hit continue because I don't know what will happen
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timmyd463229 said:
I rooted my wife's s4 with towelroot then tried to install SuperSU but when it tries to update binaries it says this device has Knox would you like to try to disable Knox continue or cancel if I hit cancel it just doesn't install but I haven't hit continue because I don't know what will happen
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It will turn off the knox notification, there is no harm in doing so.
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djsbad said:
Having the same issues myself. I have no clue in how to install safestrap at all after using towelroot. Got my rom ready to flash but cant get a recovery going to be able to do so.
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You need to run Selinux mode Changer and change mode to permissive to allow the safestrap apk to work after upgrading to NC5 using the OTA: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mrbimc.selinux&hl=en
timmyd463229 said:
I rooted my wife's s4 with towelroot then tried to install SuperSU but when it tries to update binaries it says this device has Knox would you like to try to disable Knox continue or cancel if I hit cancel it just doesn't install but I haven't hit continue because I don't know what will happen
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I was scared to disable mine but I ended up doing it anyway. It froze up the first time but I restarted my phone and went back to update the binaries. The second time worked. My know counter in ODIN mode still shows 0x0.
vzwnexus said:
I was scared to disable mine but I ended up doing it anyway. It froze up the first time but I restarted my phone and went back to update the binaries. The second time worked. My know counter in ODIN mode still shows 0x0.
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OK cool I'm doing it now thanks
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Should I try to install safestrap before I install xposed
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1. Take the NK1 OTA update.
2. Download and install Towelroot-v3.apk(this version does not require internet access).
3. Place your phone into "Download Mode" (press and hold the Home, Volume Down, and Power keys until the phone powers on and displays warning screen, then press Volume Up key) and Flash the I545_NC5_Stock_Kernel using Odin's PDA slot(AP in Odin v3.09+).
4. Open Towelroot from your app drawer and press "Make it Rain" to root your device.
5. Power off then boot into "Download Mode" again and flash the I545_NK1_Stock_Kernel also using Odin's PDA slot(AP in Odin v3.09+).
6. Download SuperSU to manage root access. Done!
Troubleshooting:
1. Should the NK1 ota update fail consider updating to NK1 by flashing the I545VRUFNK1_I545VZWFNK1_I545VRUFNK1_HOME.tar then continuing from Step 2 above (flash using Odin's PDA slot (AP in Odin v.3.09+)).
2. When flashing the kernels the most common cause of an Odin flash failure is a bad usb port or cable. Please check before reporting an issue!
3. Should your device bootloop after downgrading the kernel to NC5 wipe cache/dalvik from stock recovery before continuing the process.
Changelog:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/benefits-galaxys4-12-1-14.pdf
Notes:
1. Following the above process will not affect User Data or your Knox Warranty Flag.
2. After flashing the NC5 kernel your phone may run a little wonky, e.g. the home screen may flash on and off and towelroot may not root on the first try. Attempt to proceed through these issues if possible. Once rooted and after flashing the NK1 kernel your phone will once again run like a champ!
3. You are able to Odin downgrade back to either NC5 or NG6 at anytime.
Alternative Safestrap Method:
1. Place the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM onto your ext-sdcard.
2. From Safestrap recovery press "Backup" and backup your User Data.
3. Once complete, from the main menu press "Wipe" then "Advanced Wipe" and wipe everything but your ext-sdcard.
4. From the main menu press "Install," then select and install the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.
5. Once complete, press "Restore" and restore your User Data.
6. From the main menu press "Reboot," then "System." Done!
Notes:
1. The above process will not affect your User Data or knox warranty flag.
2. This process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, Stock Recovery, and Bootloader to NJ4 (BusyBox is also pre-installed).
3. The User Data "Backup" and "Restore" steps in the above instructions are not mandatory but will greatly reduce your device's set-up time. All currently installed non-system apps and settings will be automatically restored.
4. To avoid wifi issues when flashing any other Custom ROM after following the above process you must flash the I545_NK1_Modules.zip.
Credits:
@benwaffle for his flashboot script(built into the ROM) allowing the flashing of kernels via Safestrap.
Hey muniz_ri i did thr uodate on my phone the NK1 all i have to say everything works safestap continued to work for me. Didn't had no hiccups if u follow step by step. But i can confirm safestrap still works. Was able to recover my backup data. Thank u for all the hard work. Happy galaxy s4 user here
Safestrap Unable to Mount /system to perform proper backup
muniz_ri said:
1. Backup your User Data using Safestrap's "Backup" function.
2. Place the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip onto your ext-sdcard.
3. Reboot into Safestrap recovery then perform an "Advanced Wipe" and wipe everything but your ext-sdcard.
4. Flash the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip using "Stock Slot."
5. Once complete press "Home" then "Restore" and restore User Data.
6. Next, press "Home" then "Reboot" and reboot into "Download Mode."
7. Flash the I545_NK1_Stock_Kernel.tar.md5 in Odin's PDA slot (AP in Odin v3.09+). Done!
Changelog:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/benefits-galaxys4-12-1-14.pdf
Notes:
1. Following the above process will not affect your User Data or Knox Warranty Flag.
2. Please confirm that Safestrap continues to function on NK1.(only tested on my I337).
3. The I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, Stock Recovery and Bootloader to NK1.
4. You are able to Odin downgrade back to either NC5 or NG6 at anytime.
5. The most common cause of an Odin flash failure is a bad usb port or cable. Please check before reporting a failure after flashing the NK1 kernel.
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Unable to mount system....backup fails and already tried fix permissions with both rom manager and safestrap with no avail...
dgutierrez04 said:
Hey muniz_ri i did thr uodate on my phone the NK1 all i have to say everything works safestap continued to work for me. Didn't had no hiccups if u follow step by step. But i can confirm safestrap still works. Was able to recover my backup data. Thank u for all the hard work. Happy galaxy s4 user here
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Glad to hear it . Thanks for confirming.
So far I see the ROM downloaded 14 times but the kernel only 9 times. If you don't flash the kernel as per the instructions you should expect issues with your device.
What are the assumptions for these instructions?
Assuming the phone is already rooted, running SS, and already has stock NK1 installed? Or what?
And, this is the only thread I can find that mentions NK1. Is NK1 the OTA that just came out this week?
Make sure u have busybox installed in order for safestrap to work properly
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stuartv said:
What are the assumptions for these instructions?
Assuming the phone is already rooted, running SS, and already has stock NK1 installed? Or what?
And, this is the only thread I can find that mentions NK1. Is NK1 the OTA that just came out this week?
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NK1 came out yesterday it just started rolling out to the samsung s4
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gm2500main said:
Unable to mount system....backup fails and already tried fix permissions with both rom manager and safestrap with no avail...
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Try to uninstall safstrap and install it again. Make sure busybox is also installed for safestrap to work properly.
Thanks, dgutierrez.
I'm still not clear on what I need to do to install this. Right now, I am on NC5 and not running SS.
Is it:
- Root NC5 (with TowelRoot - I've actually done this before. I can't remember right now if I'm still rooted or not)
- install SS (done this before, too, but back when it only supported slot 0 - my phone was unstable, so I went back to totally stock)
- follow the instructions muniz_ri posted?
stuartv said:
Thanks, dgutierrez.
I'm still not clear on what I need to do to install this. Right now, I am on NC5 and not running SS.
Is it:
- Root NC5 (with TowelRoot - I've actually done this before. I can't remember right now if I'm still rooted or not)
- install SS (done this before, too, but back when it only supported slot 0 - my phone was unstable, so I went back to totally stock)
- follow the instructions muniz_ri posted?
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Yes u r going in the right direction. Also sent u a private message wit more instructions. Im trying not to clutter the thread.
Running MK2 BL slot1 stripped all but hlos, modem, recovery. Removed all bloat and unnecessary programs to me. Down to 876mb! Created NK1 modules and all is working.
Well almost, reboot hangs and wifi is slow to kick in. Same as NG6.
Edit: Fixed. My goof on nk1 and ng6. Lib issue. Running 100% 0 bugs.
Worked perfectly! Now running NK1 rooted with all data restored, coming from NC5 rooted. Confirm Safestrap works with NK1. Hopefully, NK1 runs better than NG6!
It's really necesary to update the bootloader,Wish the update zip was like your post about root NG6... I love stay on NC5 bootloader just in case
Albie_Stark said:
It's really necesary to update the bootloader,Wish the update zip was like your post about root NG6... I love stay on NC5 bootloader just in case
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Some functions, e.g. security settings. lockscreen, may be dependent on the updated bootloader. I don't know if that is the case with NK1 but I included he BL just in case. And since the NK1 bootloader is downgradable back to NC5 or NG6, there should be no concerns with updating the BL.
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Some functions, e.g. security settings. lockscreen, may be dependent on the updated bootloader. I don't know if that is the case with NK1 but I included he BL just in case. And since the NK1 bootloader is downgradable back to NC5 or NG6, there should be no concerns with updating the BL.
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Knowing that is downgradable I'm taking the update right now :fingers-crossed:
I'll keep posting if anything goes fine or wrong
Albie_Stark said:
Knowing that is downgradable I'm taking the update right now :fingers-crossed:
I'll keep posting if anything goes fine or wrong
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Thanks, but no need to cross fingers. There is no magic here, just follow the instructions and you will get the desired results each and every time.
1. Backup your User Data using Safestrap's "Backup" function.
2. Place the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip onto your ext-sdcard.
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i apologize for my ignorance.
i downloaded safestrap/installed/opened it, and everything is greyed out, (state: not rooted, install recovery/uninstall recovery - greyed out) safe system: not active, (Reboot to recovery greyed out).
im not seeing an option for backup (really dont care to backup anyway... have had so many problems since the 4.4.2 update (post 2... http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...545vrufnk1-t2960467/post57213442#post57213442 )
how does one get into "safestrap"recovery please? so i can give this a go.
If this works, i'd be more then happy to donate... im so sick of these updates, and verizon samsung games.. i just want a set it and forget it phone. been using droid for years, i have my 80-90 apps i use, i had every app settings set, my themes are all picked. ...I'm sick of these corporate companies making more work for us...Done ranting
any help would be appreciated.
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The following is not a root method in the "traditional" sense, e.g. towelroot. This is a workaround to our inability to root NK1. However the end result is a 100% Stock, Rooted, NK1 Device. As always, Proceed at your own risk!
1. Backup your User Data using Safestrap's "Backup" function.
2. Place the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip onto your ext-sdcard.
3. Reboot into Safestrap recovery then perform an "Advanced Wipe" and wipe everything but your ext-sdcard.
4. Flash the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip using "Stock Slot."
5. Once complete press "Home" then "Restore" and restore User Data.
6. Next, press "Home" then "Reboot" and reboot into "Download Mode."
7. Flash the I545_NK1_Stock_Kernel.tar.md5 in Odin's PDA slot (AP in Odin v3.09+). Done!
Changelog:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/benefits-galaxys4-12-1-14.pdf
Notes:
1. Following the above process will not affect your User Data or Knox Warranty Flag.
2. Safestrap confirmed working on NK1.
3. The I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, Stock Recovery and Bootloader to NK1 (BusyBox is also pre-installed).
4. You are able to Odin downgrade back to either NC5 or NG6 at anytime.
5. The most common cause of an Odin flash failure is a bad usb port or cable. Please check before reporting a failure when flashing the NK1 kernel.
6. You must flash the I545_NK1_Modules.zip when flashing any other custom ROM after following the above process in order for wifi to work on the new ROM.
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xtacybyme said:
i apologize for my ignorance.
i downloaded safestrap/installed/opened it, and everything is greyed out, (state: not rooted, install recovery/uninstall recovery - greyed out) safe system: not active, (Reboot to recovery greyed out).
im not seeing an option for backup (really dont care to backup anyway... have had so many problems since the 4.4.2 update (post 2... http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...545vrufnk1-t2960467/post57213442#post57213442 )
how does one get into "safestrap"recovery please? so i can give this a go.
If this works, i'd be more then happy to donate... im so sick of these updates, and verizon samsung games.. i just want a set it and forget it phone. been using droid for years, i have my 80-90 apps i use, i had every app settings set, my themes are all picked. ...I'm sick of these corporate companies making more work for us...Done ranting
any help would be appreciated.
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I am assuming that you are rooted but still getting the "unrooted" message in the safestrap app?
If so, follow the Safestrap link in Step 2 of the OP, then follow all of the safestrap installation steps in that post.
Any method with NG6 without Safestrap
Is there any way to perform update to NK1 without Safestrap, I´m currently on NG6 so i dont have Safestrap but im rooted, i would like to update to NK1 without loose root.
Any advice? thanks a bunch!
EdrickMG said:
Is there any way to perform update to NK1 without Safestrap, I´m currently on NG6 so i dont have Safestrap but im rooted, i would like to update to NK1 without loose root.
Any advice? thanks a bunch!
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Well the only method right now is safestrap. U can always restore ur user data. And once ur on NK1 rooted u can unintall safestrap. But for now thats the only method. If u dont want to do it. Just keep on waiting until they find another root method for NK1.
I am assuming that you are rooted but still getting the "unrooted" message in the safestrap app?
If so, follow the Safestrap link in Step 2 of the OP, then follow all of the safestrap installation steps in that post.
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i was rooted yesterday, then i went to bestbuy store, they used smart to "reflash" they called it the new update sent from verizon, and after the samsung rep gave me my phone back, all my issues i had prior were fixed, however the root that i had prior ( i had used towelroot) was gone, then i came to xda, and posted here - (post 2... http://forum.xda-developers.com/gala...2#post57213442) they had advised me to come here, and the title here stated
[How-To] Root I545VRUFNK1 4.4.2 (12-1-2014) so i read instructions in first post, and step two mentioned backup to safestrap, i installed it and made sure busybox was installed, and both apps claim i do not have root. Am i in the wrong place to reroot verizon galaxy s4 with todays newest update...I545VRUFNK1?
Thanks for your time, clarification, and help.
SAFE UP/DOWN GRADING THE EZ WAY
this is a continuation of my SAFE UP/DOWN GRADING TO 4.4.2 thread where I developed a few safe ways to upgrade/update/downgrade to various versions of 4.4. This thread will be aimed at Lollipop. I apologize for the wait I had this ready on the 29th but muniz beat me to the punch while I was still uploading by releasing his odex'd stock OC1 which apparently had broken wifi but is now fixed. however our methods are different and my method will allow you to very quickly upgrade to a Custom ROM 5.0 or fully downgrade back to 4.4.2 NK1-NC2.
Please Note for now I recommend not using Flashfire but if all else fails when attempting this method keep in mind you can use it as an alternative until you can get Safestrap installed again. Flashfire will let you use only your Android to upgrade nothing more is required which can be nice/necessary for those without PC available or a broken USB port.
Pre-Installation Requirements:
You'll need a PC with Windows, OSX or Linux unless opting to upgrade using Flashfire in which case just a phone and the app is required.
Download my UP/DOWN Grading Packa .rar which you unpack includes 4 tars for flashing in Odin
Download Odin 3.10.6 for Windows or dl JOdin if your using OSX or Linux
A Custom ROM or a Prerooted Stock ROM (I'm uploading a Deodex'd debloated stock ROM shortly otherwise you can use muniz's stock release too)
Newest Safestrap 3.75 A03, Towelroot v3+, SuperSU and Busybox apk files are handy to have available on SD CARD I've uploaded a zip containing these here.
If downgrading you'll need a custom ROM (like Echoe v49 VZW for 5.0) for that firmware or an Odin Stock image.
We'll basically be using the same workaround for safestrap that I had used pre 4.4.2 safestrap only in 5.0 and this time were going down to 4.4.2 instead of 4.3. That is in condensed form: were downgrading to 4.4.2 boot.img in order to use Safestrap then modifying ROM or installing a new ROM on Stock Slot then reupgrading boot.img to 5.0!
Steps to Upgrade from 4.4.2 Rooted with Safestrap:
1. Connect phone to PC. Open Odin on PC and boot phone into Safestrap.
2. Load CustomROM_Upgrade_Lollipop_VZW_wNK4-NoSys-gogolie.tar into Odin AP slot on PC. On your Phone in Safestrap install 5.01 TW ROM.
3. Restart Phone to Download Mode when installation of ROM is finished.
4. Now On PC press flash and flash the tar to phone.
5. Your Done. Odin will restart the phone and you'll have to skip through 3-4 Boot Screens for Safestrap before ROM will load. To avoid having to skip these screens after 1st boot install Safestrap and Busybox on phone. Open SS and Uninstall Recovery. Then the phone will boot into ROM without hesitation. However I wouldn't recommend this personally as you'll need SS installed and ready in order to modify the ROM in Safestrap.
From 5.0: Modify ROM / Install different ROM / Downgrading back to 4.4.2
1. Connect phone to PC. Open Odin on PC and in Safestrap's App press Reboot to Recovery only hold down Vol Down. This will bring phone into Download Mode 1st.
2. Load Custom_ROM_Downgrade_Lollipop_VZW_wNK4_Boot-only-gogolie.tar into Odin AP slot on PC and Press Flash.
3. Phone will restart to Safestrap if it doesn't it will display boot option for Safestrap which you should enter the recovery.
4. Now in Safestrap you're able to modify the currently installed 5.01 ROM or install a new ROM for either 5.0 or 4.4.2.
5. After install / modification you'll need to reupgrade if intending on running a 5.0 ROM or finish downgrading if youre reverting to a 4.4.2 ROM. Which means restart phone to Download Mode!
6. Back on your PC load Custom_ROM_Re-Upgrade_Lollipop_VZW_wNK4_Boot-only-gogolie.tar into AP Slot to reupgrade to 5.0 or load Custom_ROM_Re-Upgrade_Lollipop_VZW_wNK4_no-BL-gogolie.tar if you think you possibly need to rewrite the recovery-kernel-modem-etc to 5.0 otherwise VZW-I545VRUFNC2_FULL4.42-ODIN_UPGRADE-NO-PARTITIONS_989434_REV06_user_low_noship_MULTI_CERT.tar.tar.md5 or I545VRUFNK1_ALL_UPGRADES_W_NO_SYSTEM-CACHE-USER-PARTITIONS.taror similar modified Odin package can be flashed in Odin to finish Downgrading to any 4.4.2 Firmware.
7. There is no step 7, you were done at 6!
Good day!
- gogolie
v1-4-29-15
Please thank the OP if you're inclined.
Ask questions in thread those not answered can be assumed have been before and your just too lazy to search before asking which mean's I'll be to lazy to answer / search for you!
special thanks: dgutierrez04 for capture OTAs
2nd
as always,
enjoy
So @gigilie, I've already installed using @muniz_ri 's method and used FlashFire. Can I now install Safestrap and use it to install your rom for testing? (Omega v41 VZW)
Thanks gigilie, your method worked for me. I installed OC1 to my stock rom slot in Safestrap, and to be clear... Safestrap does not function after updating the rom. I expected that. Maybe soon we will have Safestrap back, or something like it.
However, I'm noticing after install that I have only 2 GB free out of 16 GB device memory. So I suspect that my former Slot 1 rom is still present and eating up lots of space. Any suggestions on how to reclaim the rom slot storage?
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Thanks gigilie, your method worked for me. I installed OC1 to my stock rom slot in Safestrap, and to be clear... Safestrap does not function after updating the rom. I expected that. Maybe soon we will have Safestrap back, or something like it.
However, I'm noticing after install that I have only 2 GB free out of 16 GB device memory. So I suspect that my former Slot 1 rom is still present and eating up lots of space. Any suggestions on how to reclaim the rom slot storage?
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your former Slotted ROM is probably still intact and accessible. if you flash my downgrade pack in odin and restart you'll be able to access Safestrap. There you can either try and boot into the slot rom, delete the ROM or Modify any ROM you have installed on the Stock slot. Yes even 5.0 ROMs
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So @gigilie, I've already installed using @muniz_ri 's method and used FlashFire. Can I now install Safestrap and use it to install your rom for testing? (Omega v41 VZW)
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if your on stock u should be able to install su, busybox and then safestrap. reboot to safestrap but while the phone is restarting hold vol down and boot into download mode. flash the downgrade pack in the OP of my Safe UP and Down thread for 5.0 then install ROM.... I'd try Echoe v49 VZW posted in the Development section first as I know the ROM works flawlessly with this method then explore other custom ROM options after that!
Can I use this method from 4.2.2
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Can I use this method from 4.2.2
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no sorry. what BL are you currently on i'll give you proper instructions
I don't know what BL means ...sorry am a newbie
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I don't know what BL means ...sorry am a newbie
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BL is your bootloader
I've got Echoe Rom v49 installed via this method. Very nice so far... one exception: all outgoing SMS fails. Tried pulling battery/SIM/SD, many restarts, and safe mode. None of these fixed outgoing SMS.
First outgoing SMS after a restart takes about a minute to try... then fails. Subsequent outgoing SMS messages fail immediately. I can make calls and receive SMS, however. Any ideas?
Also, tried your suggestion to access Safestrap by downgrading with Odin using "Custom_ROM_Downgrade_NC5Lollipop_VZW_wNK4_Boot-only-gogolie.tar" in AP. This resulted in a bootloop. I got back up again by flashing "Custom_ROM_Re-Upgrade_Lollipop_VZW_wNK4_Boot-only-gogolie.tar"
Thanks
My outgoing sms is not working either. Able to receive sms and mms.
I can get into safestrap no problem.
So if I took the new OTA update to lollipop, can I use this to downgrade then root and update again with the root?
thank you!
For SMS, change the "SecMMs_Candy" and "SecTelephonyProvider_Candy" in /system/priv-app with correct permission.
Copy these 2 files from any known good VZW ROM.
For me, any international ROMI used had this issue and that's how I got the SMS and MMS to work.
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For SMS, change the "SecMMs_Candy" and "SecTelephonyProvider_Candy" in /system/priv-app with correct permission.
Copy these 2 files from any known good VZW ROM.
For me, any international ROMI used had this issue and that's how I got the SMS and MMS to work.
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Thanks for the feedback.
Couldn't find them in hyperdrive or kitpop. Muniz_ri's stock rooted oc1 didn't have a system folder to explore when I unzipped it. Grabbed them from a lollipop ROM in the s5 forum, replaced the respective files, and set permissions. After, messaging app wouldn't open.
If you took the OTA, then no way to do it. Sorry. Don't take the OTA.
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Thanks for the feedback.
Couldn't find them in hyperdrive or kitpop. Muniz_ri's stock rooted oc1 didn't have a system folder to explore when I unzipped it. Grabbed them from a lollipop ROM in the s5 forum, replaced the respective files, and set permissions. After, messaging app wouldn't open.
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Try wiping the cache for message in application manager and reboot.
Should I uninstall my Xposed Framework and all the modules before updating? And why should I not use the FlashFire method?
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Try wiping the cache for message in application manager and reboot.
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Didn't change anything for me.
In addition to the outgoing SMS problem, I'm noticing my phone running hot with Echoe rom v49... battery life is about half what it was before. Exchange service seems to be a big culprit.
So from what I am reading, this is aimed at those who took the 5.0 OTA correct?