Hey everyone, total noob here.
I've got a i9300T, and was wondering what the best root method is. Everyone seems to have a different opinion, and I trust you guys. I'm just planning on getting rid of a mountain of bloat-ware and maybe flash in the future.
So question: What's the best method to root my beloved phone?
Cheers
mrarrogant said:
Hey everyone, total noob here.
I've got a i9300T, and was wondering what the best root method is. Everyone seems to have a different opinion, and I trust you guys. I'm just planning on getting rid of a mountain of bloat-ware and maybe flash in the future.
So question: What's the best method to root my beloved phone?
Cheers
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I'm sure there are differences rooting i9300 and i9300T. PLEASE Read first and don't attempt to do anything http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1822
Ttblondey said:
I'm sure there are differences rooting i9300 and i9300T. PLEASE Read first and don't attempt to do anything http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1822
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there are no differences, same phone, just different modem, which again you even can use I9300 modems (got the I9300T myself), which does not mean you should not read
CF-Root is the easiest way with Odin, after that I find Mobile Odin the most practical.
Ttblondey said:
I'm sure there are differences rooting i9300 and i9300T. PLEASE Read first and don't attempt to do anything http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1822
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I thought that the main difference was the ways in which the T preferentially treated the 850mHz band. I wasn't aware that it would make a difference to the root process
mrarrogant said:
I thought that the main difference was the ways in which the T preferentially treated the 850mHz band. I wasn't aware that it would make a difference to the root process
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as I wrote, that is the only difference.
Thanks guys
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I was just wondering how I could root a Bell Samsung Galaxy S II.
I've read some threads but I don't have any idea what they're talking about, so I was wondering if anyone could simplify it for me so that I can understand.
Thank you!
I personally use latest Speedmod, depending on the firmware you're running you can also use the specific ChainFire kernel as well.
Mangme said:
I was just wondering how I could root a Bell Samsung Galaxy S II.
I've read some threads but I don't have any idea what they're talking about, so I was wondering if anyone could simplify it for me so that I can understand.
Thank you!
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Just flash cf root
full guide in the thread
veyka said:
Just flash cf root
full guide in the thread
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If I used this method to root, would I still be able to install custom roms?
Mangme said:
If I used this method to root, would I still be able to install custom roms?
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Yes you will be able to run custom roms. Generally speaking nothing is permanent on these phones. A kernel sits a layer below the ROM but most roms will also install their own kernel.
I'm sorry for bumping this thread, but I thought it'd be better to bump this one, rather then creating a new thread about my question.
I was wondering what the method is of reversing the rooting on the SGS II Bell.
Hello everyone, I am a Android N00B and don't know what I am doing so please help me out answering some questions..
1) My SGS2 is a GT-19100T (New Zealand) being provided by Telecom NZ, will I still be able to ROOT using the same methods for GT-19100?
2) When people say I can not get the warranty from Samsung can I still claim my insurance with my provider that I am paying extra for?
3) How difficult is it to unbrick a SGS2? Is it ALWAYS possible to unbrick it?
4) How easy is it to brick the S2?
Please help a noob out. Thanks in advance.
peatar said:
Hello everyone, I am a Android N00B and don't know what I am doing so please help me out answering some questions..
2) When people say I can not get the warranty from Samsung can I still claim my insurance with my provider that I am paying extra for?
That depends upon the terms and conditions of the policy . But as you have modified firmware i would guess not .
3) How difficult is it to unbrick a SGS2? Is it ALWAYS possible to unbrick it?
Brick a SGS2 about a 1% chance rising to 100% if not following instructions or wrong firmware .
Recover a bricked SGS2 about 95% chance as most are soft bricked .
jje
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JJEgan said:
peatar said:
Hello everyone, I am a Android N00B and don't know what I am doing so please help me out answering some questions..
2) When people say I can not get the warranty from Samsung can I still claim my insurance with my provider that I am paying extra for?
That depends upon the terms and conditions of the policy . But as you have modified firmware i would guess not .
3) How difficult is it to unbrick a SGS2? Is it ALWAYS possible to unbrick it?
Brick a SGS2 about a 1% chance rising to 100% if not following instructions or wrong firmware .
Recover a bricked SGS2 about 95% chance as most are soft bricked .
jje
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Thanks for the answers for those... I really want to know the answer to No. 1 though.. as I want to be 100% sure it will work before going through with it..
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The answer to 1) is yes. I have a I9100T also. JJE has given you some very good advice. If you're unsure/scared/not confident about doing anything (rooting, flashing non-stock firmware, etc) to your phone, don't do it until you are confident about the process.
At best you could end up with a soft brick that might take you a few days to workout how to fix (which means no playing with your new toy), and as JJE also mentioned, there's also a chance of hard bricking your phone which increases depending on how well you didn't read/follow the instructions for whatever you were doing with your phone.
This is a good place to start reading, so is this thread. Expect to get fairly short 'use the search function' answers if you ask a question that has been answered on here 2,000,000,000 times already.
peatar said:
Thanks for the answers for those... I really want to know the answer to No. 1 though.. as I want to be 100% sure it will work before going through with it..
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Yes you can go here and look for corresponding kernel and follow instruction
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14283342
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MistahBungle said:
The answer to 1) is yes. I have a I9100T also. JJE has given you some very good advice. If you're unsure/scared/not confident about doing anything (rooting, flashing non-stock firmware, etc) to your phone, don't do it until you are confident about the process.
At best you could end up with a soft brick that might take you a few days to workout how to fix (which means no playing with your new toy), and as JJE also mentioned, there's also a chance of hard bricking your phone which increases depending on how well you didn't read/follow the instructions for whatever you were doing with your phone.
This is a good place to start reading, so is this thread. Expect to get fairly short 'use the search function' answers if you ask a question that has been answered on here 2,000,000,000 times already.
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Sorry I'm a bit stupid and thought the Aus ones were a bit diff to the NZ ones.. Thanks for the advice!
No, you're not stupid. You just got the phone Just read and read and read and read & you'll be fine
peatar said:
Sorry I'm a bit stupid and thought the Aus ones were a bit diff to the NZ ones.. Thanks for the advice!
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MistahBungle said:
No, you're not stupid. You just got the phone Just read and read and read and read & you'll be fine
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Sorry just one last question... Will rooting have affect on my 3G at all?
I've installed the Lightn'ing ROM but it is really just not working out for me... How can I uninstall the ROM?
peatar said:
I've installed the Lightn'ing ROM but it is really just not working out for me... How can I uninstall the ROM?
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Just flash another rom over it via recovery or Odin depending on the rom. Also, make sure you re-flash a T modem once done for better reception.
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I also have a nz i9100t i have rooted and custom rom with all guides for the i9100 and have had no issues. Just make sure u do a nandroid backup before flashing new roms!
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Hi, I will be getting this phone today (i9100 unlocked) and have a couple of questions on how to proceed onwards. Any help would be greatly appreciated
1. What is the best firmware and rooted kernel for me to go on?
I want the absolute simpilest way to root my phone (total beginner) and I don't know what firmware I will have when I receive it, I also don't know if I should stay on a gingerbread firmware or go to ics? I also don't care if it is official or custom as long as I'm not sacraficing stability. If possible I would like a rom that is good for battery life. I also want to root my phone in the safest way. There are so many tutorials I didn't know where to start
2. What are some of the essential rooted apps and how do you install them? Through superuser or market?
3. What are the risks involved with a standard flashing/root because I'm getting my phone second hand I don't have warranty.
Thanks for all your help!
Edit: I just say a sticky saying not to ask what roms are the best so I'm sorry if I broke a rule. I just literally have no idea where to start, I've never even used android before. I've found so many methods of rooting and roms but most seem outdated. I would just like someone to point me in the right direction of the up to date way. Sorry if I'm really not supposed to ask!
1. What is the best firmware and rooted kernel for me to go on?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1612881
2. What are some of the essential rooted apps and how do you install them? Through superuser or market?
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Superuser is not used to install apps, you would either download them from the market or manually install the .apks
3. What are the risks involved with a standard flashing/root because I'm getting my phone second hand I don't have warranty.
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Rooting your phone would void the warranty anyway and bricking is probably your biggest risk.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1612881
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Thanks for the helpful post, now if you would be so kind to read the last paragraph of mine I would appreciate it.
Sry, didn't see the rest of your post, but is there an all in one sort of tutorial for this?
Sry, didn't see the rest of your post, but is there an all in one sort of tutorial for this?
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Yes. There are dozens, if all you wanted me to do was provide a link to a more comprehensive guide, why don't you just learn how to use Google for yourself?
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=I9100+rooting
Most of these guides will contain everything you need to know to get started.
LithiumTheory said:
Yes. There are dozens, if all you wanted me to do was provide a link to a more comprehensive guide, why don't you just learn how to use Google for yourself?
Most of these guides will contain everything you need to know to get started.
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Believe me, I tried, but there are so many options, also, I've now decided to opt for a locked virgin i9100 bcause it was 50 bucks more for a new phone with the warranty, so what's the best way to unlock one? I think I recall a free app.
Hey guys
first of all seems like this is the best forum for android
i'm totally new to android i had iphone 4 before
finally got bored of that ****
and switched to android and liking it so far
so which is the best way to root galaxy s3 international/GSM version 32 GB
Thanks for your help!
cf-root by chainfire
The best & easiest way for you to root your S3 is by using SAMSUNG GALAXY S3 TOOLKIT.
Here's the thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
Download link : http://www.mediafire.com/?595yddvs38ryci5
XeactorZ said:
cf-root by chainfire
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Thanks for the reply!
is this the one you talking about
androidnz .net/2012/06/at-your-own-risk-how-to-root-your.html [Remove space]
also is it totally updated guide for GT-I9300?
as i just got my S3 don't wanna risk
CF-root by Chainfire
Thanks for replies
which one is safest for new user?
GalaxyS3III94 said:
Thanks for replies
which one is safest for new user?
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CF root .
jje
JJEgan said:
CF root .
jje
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Alright thanks
i'm gonna give it a shot
last question which one should i try one mentioned by @mopral or this one androidnz .net/2012/06/at-your-own-risk-how-to-root-your.html [Remove space]
GalaxyS3III94 said:
Alright thanks
i'm gonna give it a shot
last question which one should i try one mentioned by @mopral or this one androidnz .net/2012/06/at-your-own-risk-how-to-root-your.html [Remove space]
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This is XDA f5555555555555 knows what some other forum is posting ask them .
jje
JJEgan said:
This is XDA f5555555555555 knows what some other forum is posting ask them .
jje
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Dont get angry
just came across that guide
that guide links to here so i asked if i should try that one or by chainfire
If i use cf root to root my galaxy s3 i9300 will i be able to flash a custom rom? It says that the cf root was intended to be used with stock firmware in the main thread. Also how safe is it? If i follow the steps exactly as instructed what are the chances the phone will brick?
Thanks
GalaxyS3III94 said:
Hey guys
first of all seems like this is the best forum for android
i'm totally new to android i had iphone 4 before
finally got bored of that ****
and switched to android and liking it so far
so which is the best way to root galaxy s3 international/GSM version 32 GB
Thanks for your help!
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Either Use this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
Or Flash CF Root by chainfire.
Aklesunio said:
If i use cf root to root my galaxy s3 i9300 will i be able to flash a custom rom? It says that the cf root was intended to be used with stock firmware in the main thread. Also how safe is it? If i follow the steps exactly as instructed what are the chances the phone will brick?
Thanks
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Yes you will.
It means it is meant to be used to root a stock Rom, after that you can do what you like. Cf root is extremely safe if you follow the instructions, which are very simple. If you do that you won't brick your phone
slaphead20 said:
Yes you will.
It means it is meant to be used to root a stock Rom, after that you can do what you like. Cf root is extremely safe if you follow the instructions, which are very simple. If you do that you won't brick your phone
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Thanks for your quick reply. I have one more question though. Does it matter that my phone is locked and carrier branded? I always thought it had to be fully unlocked and unbranded to root and stuff. Thanks!
Aklesunio said:
Thanks for your quick reply. I have one more question though. Does it matter that my phone is locked and carrier branded? I always thought it had to be fully unlocked and unbranded to root and stuff. Thanks!
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No, you only need to unlock if you want to use a different network, won't affect it otherwise
My question is after rooting and not changing anything else will you still be able to get the updates. I remember with the bionic I cou ld but not with the tbolt.
are you carrier branded as in US Carrier branded or something else?
If you're talking about a US Carrier branded phone, then you're in the wrong place. This is specifically for the i9300, not any other version. There are appropriate forums for your specific phone.
If you do have the i9300, then do as slaphead says. you're all set.
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mputtr said:
are you carrier branded as in US Carrier branded or something else?
If you're talking about a US Carrier branded phone, then you're in the wrong place. This is specifically for the i9300, not any other version. There are appropriate forums for your specific phone.
If you do have the i9300, then do as slaphead says. you're all set.
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He specifically says he has an 'International I9300 32GB'
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srivas95 said:
He specifically says he has an 'International I9300 32GB'
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Oopsie daisy.... I could've sworn I read the whole thread from start to end.. Not sure how I missed that..
I think the word "carrier branded" set of red flags in my head since I was only recently reading about someone who tried to flash an i9300 rom with their sprint s3.
just wanted to make sure and not have to see another brick.
mputtr said:
Oopsie daisy.... I could've sworn I read the whole thread from start to end.. Not sure how I missed that..
I think the word "carrier branded" set of red flags in my head since I was only recently reading about someone who tried to flash an i9300 rom with their sprint s3.
just wanted to make sure and not have to see another brick.
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Haha okay
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I'm out of my S5 a while back recently I had rooted my girls S5 same carrier and same ROM but on hers I used cf one click root. Would that have an effect on how different they seem?
Punctuation would help us understand what you are trying to ask.
brd23 said:
Punctuation would help us understand what you are trying to ask.
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it wasnt too bad, seems like the question is do different root methods result in tangible differences... with one problem, he didnt say which ROM or version