I was wondering how dangerous it is to root an android. I was thinking about if theres any way to undo a root so it's undetectable. Since I don't want to root my phone then not be able to use my warranty.
Eddiejo6 said:
I was wondering how dangerous it is to root an android.
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lolz, tie
i rooting...
Undo root
Eddiejo6 said:
I was wondering how dangerous it is to root an android. I was thinking about if theres any way to undo a root so it's undetectable. Since I don't want to root my phone then not be able to use my warranty.
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You can always unroot setting everything as "outside the factory" and use your warranty.
I should have phrased that better. I'm meant more along the lines of,if my phone fails to boot. Is it still possible to remove any evidence of the root or am I ****ed?
Eddiejo6 said:
I should have phrased that better. I'm meant more along the lines of,if my phone fails to boot. Is it still possible to remove any evidence of the root or am I ****ed?
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BIG NO
There are certain things in life which are not for everyone. XDA is one of them.
EDIT: Sorry I was thinking about bootloader while saying BIG NO. I goofed up here. :laugh:
I have rooted before on an android with expired warranty so I know how to root. I was just wondering how unsafe it is for your warranty.
Odp: How dangerous is it to root an android.
I rooted my l9 soft bricking it 6 times during the procces i put CWM and non branded software. It worked OK but GPS broke
I needed to make it stock for the waranty repairs so i run LG soft for firmware update and chose emergency software recovery.
After some time i had pure stock l9 ready to ship for service center.
Right now i have rooted l9 (again) with working GPS
So unless you unlock bootloader you can revert to stock and have warranty.
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cmahendra said:
BIG NO
There are certain things in life which are not for everyone. XDA is one of them. :laugh:
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Lol actually yes
Just flash stock KDZ
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Eddiejo6 said:
I was wondering how dangerous it is to root an android. I was thinking about if theres any way to undo a root so it's undetectable. Since I don't want to root my phone then not be able to use my warranty.
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have you rooted and dabbled into Android before? i say this because p769 was the most annoying and troublesome roots i've ever done. if you haven't messed with any Androids yet, i would HIGHLY suggest you just leave it alone until someone comes up with an easier way to do it.
Yeah when I rooted my first Android it was with z4root so I'll just be patient and wait.
Eddiejo6 said:
Yeah when I rooted my first Android it was with z4root so I'll just be patient and wait.
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now you can root L9 (both ics/jb) without unlocking bootloader.
cmahendra said:
now you can root L9 (both ics/jb) without unlocking bootloader.
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I used the Lelus method. if that's the one your talking about, it can be pretty hard for a noob
aloy99 said:
Lol actually yes
Just flash stock KDZ
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Lolz, Sorry I was thinking about bootloader while saying BIG NO. I goofed up there. :laugh: I have KDZ archive and I think, I really know very much about flashing.
redheadplantguy said:
I used the Lelus method. if that's the one your talking about, it can be pretty hard for a noob
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You are right, it may be hard to some pals, who have no experience in kdz flashing. But everyone here can do it and are on rooted JB with CWM Touch.
If yan can do you can do too. Try again. :laugh: yan = anyone
the new method looks hard with all the steps but really its pretty simple once you do it once.
aloy99 said:
Lol actually yes
Just flash stock KDZ
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And how are you going to relock the bootloader???
alifa said:
And how are you going to relock the bootloader???
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The thread was asking about root
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Not that dangerous with some phones as the bootloader is locked like my L9 and preferably i like it cause you cant brick it but theres always risks in rooting nothing is ever perfect and nothing can be perfect
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Eddiejo6 said:
I was wondering how dangerous it is to root an android. I was thinking about if theres any way to undo a root so it's undetectable. Since I don't want to root my phone then not be able to use my warranty.
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I should have phrased that better. I'm meant more along the lines of,if my phone fails to boot. Is it still possible to remove any evidence of the root or am I ****ed?
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Root = giving yourself administrative permissions. Similar to user control or run as admin, administrator access on windows.. except the programs are missing. You just add them, and control what's allowed or not. If you need to reverse, just remove the programs.. Simple.
If you give yourself permission to delete your files or edit the registry. If you don't know what you're doing you may render your OS unbootble or unusable.. same on rooted android..
More dangerous than Steve Irwin swimming with stingrays.... oh... wait...
Seriously tho, it's only as dangerous as your ability to follow instructions.
Related
Now that rooting is possible, although not a one-click experience - how many of you have rooted, what were the reasons, and what root access apps have you installed?
rooted, mainly for Titanium Backup but at least it's prepped and ready if anything else crops up!
I dont really understand what rooting does.. some one care to explain?
Thanks
RedBlueGreen said:
I dont really understand what rooting does.. some one care to explain?
Thanks
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It gives you full access to all the information on your phone. It lets you back up apps and data to the SD card, which isn't possible with default security settings.
In essence, it's like getting administrator access to your computer, or "root" in linux, hence the name
Hoping to get mine tomorrow. I won't be rooting yet since there isnt anything released yet worth rooting for. And... I don't suppose I'll need TB just yet since I won't be messing with the phone SINCE nothing worth messing around with is available yet. Also I'll probably wait for a 1 click root or till something worth rooting comes along, whichever happens first.
shabs52 said:
Hoping to get mine tomorrow. I won't be rooting yet since there isnt anything released yet worth rooting for. And... I don't suppose I'll need TB just yet since I won't be messing with the phone SINCE nothing worth messing around with is available yet. Also I'll probably wait for a 1 click root or till something worth rooting comes along, whichever happens first.
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The root method is virtually one click now CF wrote a guide for it...
Also, consider mine rooted, even though it's not here yet
I did it to get rid of all of the Samsung crapware that the phone came with.
I'd do the same with any Android device, regardless of manufacturer.
Do you loose warranty if you perform rooting?
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Raymond77 said:
I did it to get rid of all of the Samsung crapware that the phone came with.
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+1
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sakazulu said:
Do you loose warranty if you perform rooting?
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Usually you can revert to stock firmware but the answer is yes
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pulser_g2 said:
The root method is virtually one click now CF wrote a guide for it...
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Where is this easy guide?
AaronUK said:
Where is this easy guide?
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Development section .
Works only flaw is the yellow triangle at boot .
jje
Raymond77 said:
I did it to get rid of all of the Samsung crapware that the phone came with.
I'd do the same with any Android device, regardless of manufacturer.
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What version did you use? And can it be used on a O2 PAYG and will there be a big yellow /!\ ?
Thanks.
JJEgan said:
Development section .
Works only flaw is the yellow triangle at boot .
jje
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after you've confirmed you have root, you can flash back just the official kernel and the yellow triangle will disappear and root will still work....
nah don't plan to if i need to will use my htc hd2 dual boot with 2.3.3 on it
Don't have a reason to root yet.
Rooted this morning so I could start using Root file explorer, Titanium Backup, and get rid of ads.
beggin said:
Don't have a reason to root yet.
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You couldn't have this
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How did you do that?
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AaronUK said:
What version did you use? And can it be used on a O2 PAYG and will there be a big yellow /!\ ?
Thanks.
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You can remove the big yellow thing and the download mode counter using a USB jig
Updated OP [6/1/12]
Hey guys, i created a new rooting method called One Root specifically for the HTC EVO 4G LTE. I also made on for the HTC Wildfire S and was a complete success.
This is one of the fastest rooting method in this forum! It only takes 30 seconds.
Big thanks to regaw_lienad for pointing out my mistakes
Requirements:
*HTC EVO 4G LTE
*Unlocked Bootloader or S-OFF
*USB Cable
*Cup of Coffee
So I hereby present you:
ONE ROOT for HTC JEWEL
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One root will quickly install root such as su, busybox, SuperSu by Chainfire and twrp custom recovery.
Video:
Gimme so video tutorials
Screenies:
Download:
One Root for EVO: http://tinyurl.com/873yewd
****If flashing zip fails, flash this instead: http://db.tt/P3DV1Ru1 ****
This isnt free so....you must thank
Whats New?
Version 3.0
*replaced tools
*fixed scripting
Version 2.1
*Fix rooting by help of regaw_lienad
Version 1.5
*Fixed adb
Version 1.4
*Added Busybox
*Switched to SuperSu
*Removed Superuser
*Updated Su
*Made process Faster
Version 1.0
**Original Release**
How do I unlock bootloader
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rizzomach said:
How do I unlock bootloader
Sent from my new evo 4g lte.....
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im making a utility on unlocking without voiding warranty. hopefully it will work on eMMC-based device
rezo609 said:
im making a utility on unlocking without voiding warranty. hopefully it will work on eMMC-based device
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Ok cool I will be checking in ....how r people flashing that custom Rom..
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rizzomach said:
How do I unlock bootloader
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You can unlock bootloader by using htc method go to htcdev.com. Note using this voids the warranty.
What is the diff between this and the other one click root available?
87Octane said:
You can unlock bootloader by using htc method go to htcdev.com. Note using this voids the warranty.
What is the diff between this and the other one click root available?
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its much faster with a more stable root
the link is broken??? its not working for me atleast
beatit327 said:
the link is broken??? its not working for me atleast
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I fixed link
rezo609 said:
its much faster with a more stable root
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Can u give me some more details please? What does this do exactly, install su, busybox, recovery? I am wondering why we need bootloader unlocked to run this. I am already rooted using other method but I am holding off on unlocking bootloader to see if someone gets us tru s off.
Appreciate any info and thanks for this!
rezo609 said:
I fixed link
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Still no worky for me. Using mobile browser if it matters. Looking forward to trying this. After I unlock the bootloader first. Htcdev still hasn't sent me activate email yet. Been two days.
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rezo609 said:
its much faster with a more stable root
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More stable root?
87Octane said:
Can u give me some more details please? What does this do exactly, install su, busybox, recovery? I am wondering why we need bootloader unlocked to run this. I am already rooted using other method but I am holding off on unlocking bootloader to see if someone gets us tru s off.
Appreciate any info and thanks for this!
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This instals su, superuser.apk, and twrp recovery
utnick said:
More stable root?
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yes
chrisfales said:
Still no worky for me. Using mobile browser if it matters. Looking forward to trying this. After I unlock the bootloader first. Htcdev still hasn't sent me activate email yet. Been two days.
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Fixed link for the third time.
Im getting "adb is not recoginzed as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file. Any ideas?
dhoshman said:
Im getting "adb is not recoginzed as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file. Any ideas?
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I don't know how the OP set up this script, but if he didn't include adb you need to install the Android SDK and put the folder with adb.exe in your path environmental variable.
If you aren't sure what that means that's fine, but I suggest doing a bit more research before you wander so deep into the sea of Android modding. If you don't know what you are doing you can have a very bad time.
Techrocket9 said:
I don't know how the OP set up this script, but if he didn't include adb you need to install the Android SDK and put the folder with adb.exe in your path environmental variable.
If you aren't sure what that means that's fine, but I suggest doing a bit more research before you go wander so deep into the sea of Android modding. If you don't know what you are doing you can have a very bad time.
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Thanks. Im def an experienced Android modder by now lol. I figured it out and everything is smoothe now. Getting ready to flash some "Viper" now...OHHHH WEEEE lol
rezo609 said:
its much faster with a more stable root
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Not exactly sure what you mean by this... Those are the same files that get put on the device with the other root. Also, unfortunately, the zip to flash will not work, you mount /system as an MTD partition, not eMMC, and you only place the busybox binary in xbin. I guess busybox will still work, it's just not installed with the symlinks. Hope this helps ya out
rezo609 said:
its much faster with a more stable root
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care to explain HOW you classify this as a more stable root method??
to me thats a lil deceiving wording there as like mentioned before the same files are being used in the end...
Techrocket9 said:
I don't know how the OP set up this script, but if he didn't include adb you need to install the Android SDK and put the folder with adb.exe in your path environmental variable.
If you aren't sure what that means that's fine, but I suggest doing a bit more research before you go wander so deep into the sea of Android modding. If you don't know what you are doing you can have a very bad time.
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Adb drivers need to be installed. Working on new build today to fix the problems.
What's new?
*Installing busybox
*Removing Superuser
*Installing SuperSu
*Updated su
*more
clownfart said:
This person had a bunch of threads locked in the general forum area and never really explained anything. I would steer clear.
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Dude I only had one locked.
QUOTE=clownfart;26702271] He was asking people to help test an s-off method for this phone and one of his steps was "do a battery pull". [/QUOTE]
I knew I typed that, just wanted to know what you guys would do to fully then off the phone.
Hi guys,
What is the best way to root this beautiful device? Currently my Z Ultra is using stock rom, I'm happy with it but I want to root so I can add on a few things like App 2 SD, titanium backup etc with the possibility of maybe adding on a ROM once development kicks off for Sony Z Ultra Roms.
When I had my Note 2, I backed up the EFS with the rooting tool as I was told this was where all my IMEI and serial were housed in case the device got bricked - Therefore, I want to find out what the same kind of thing with the Z ultra is. I've heard that you should back up the TA partition but that's for the Bravia engine keys if I'm not mistaken? Will that also backup the IMEI and any other important bits of info like the serial?
Long story short, I want to know what the safest way to root is please and how I can backup all the neccessary things so that if God forbid my device does get bricked etc, I can go back and still have a fully functional device.
Thanks all
HamzaB
well..there is no need to write another four pages long explanation and guide. Everything you need to know is here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2446502
And some more good reading
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2428590
And please scroll through the forum and read the other threads
It's safe. Use vRoot, and it'll be over after 10 seconds. It's also almost impossible to hard brick it unless you throw it into a volcano or something. You might soft brick it, like I did last week, but it's simple to get it up and running again.
One question though. Are you currently running firmware version 532 or 257?
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LordManhattan said:
It's safe. Use vRoot, and it'll be over after 10 seconds. It's also almost impossible to hard brick it unless you throw it into a volcano or something. You might soft brick it, like I did last week, but it's simple to get it up and running again.
One question though. Are you currently running firmware version 532 or 257?
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..lol yeah I forgot to mention the 257 firmware :silly: hmm I haven't bricked mine yet but its good to know flashtool will recover the phone from almost about anything
LordManhattan said:
It's safe. Use vRoot, and it'll be over after 10 seconds. It's also almost impossible to hard brick it unless you throw it into a volcano or something. You might soft brick it, like I did last week, but it's simple to get it up and running again.
One question though. Are you currently running firmware version 532 or 257?
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Since this thread has already been stared...i am on a c6806 with the i think 257 update ....can i use vroot as well ?
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..lol yeah I forgot to mention the 257 firmware :silly: hmm I haven't bricked mine yet but its good to know flashtool will recover the phone from almost about anything
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That is, everything except for volcano drops. Or can it? To the lab! Hawaii!
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trooper1414 said:
Since this thread has already been stared...i am on a c6806 with the i think 257 update ....can i use vroot as well ?
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From everything that I have read on this forum, VRoot does NOT appear to work with .257.
The only way to root .257 at the moment seems to be to revert to .532, root it, and then use a root-keeper while you do an OTA upgrade to .257.
that's correct, and you can revert your firmware without unlocking your bootloader, which doesn't void your warranty too. yay to sony
I promise you it's easier than you think.
It's also very easy to recover your phone. I got a couple bootloops and then I did something so my navbar disappeared.
I just re-flashed .352 -> 257 and that was that.
I love how easy it is.
LordManhattan said:
It's safe. Use vRoot, and it'll be over after 10 seconds. It's also almost impossible to hard brick it unless you throw it into a volcano or something. You might soft brick it, like I did last week, but it's simple to get it up and running again.
One question though. Are you currently running firmware version 532 or 257?
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one sec Vroot is working again ?
avetny said:
one sec Vroot is working again ?
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Not for 257, pretty sure he meant for 352?
SweFox said:
Not for 257, pretty sure he meant for 352?
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got it. Thanks
SÜPERUSER said:
well..there is no need to write another four pages long explanation and guide. Everything you need to know is here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2446502
And some more good reading
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2428590
And please scroll through the forum and read the other threads
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Thank you for your reply and everyone else who replied.
I will follow the vroot method as someone mentioned on this thread, however, I've read to backup TA partition to backup DRM Bravia keys or something, however, how can I backup things like IMEI/Serial etc (things that were kept on EFS on Note devices)
Thanks
READ THIS FIRST
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READ THIS FIRST
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Ah, wow. Thanks for that. Literally an hour away from rooting.
What other methods can i use?
EDIT: What is the difference between unlocking and locking bootloader?
hamzab said:
Ah, wow. Thanks for that. Literally an hour away from rooting.
What other methods can i use?
EDIT: What is the difference between unlocking and locking bootloader?
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I'm not sure. I think there was an alternative, albeit much longer and complicated rooting guide back on 475 or something (that should still work on 532?). The rooting scene ain't pretty from now on. We don't have any other "one click root" solutions at the moment, so we're properly f*****, unless you want to give the vRoot people your information, like a lot of us have already done
The difference between unlocked bootloader and locked bootloader is that the unlocked bootloader is unlocked. Just kidding. I literally just unlocked my bootloader, and it allows me to install Recovery and flash custom ROMs like CM, PAC-ROM, PA etc. You'll lose X-Reality though, so you might want to think about it before you do it, but it's revertible (i.e you can lock it again) and get X-Reality back as long as you've backed up your TA folder!
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I'm not sure. I think there was an alternative, albeit much longer and complicated rooting guide back on 475 or something (that should still work on 532?). The rooting scene ain't pretty from now on. We don't have any other "one click root" solutions at the moment, so we're properly f*****, unless you want to give the vRoot people your information, like a lot of us have already done
The difference between unlocked bootloader and locked bootloader is that the unlocked bootloader is unlocked. Just kidding. I literally just unlocked my bootloader, and it allows me to install Recovery and flash custom ROMs like CM, PAC-ROM, PA etc. You'll lose X-Reality though, so you might want to think about it before you do it, but it's revertible (i.e you can lock it again) and get X-Reality back as long as you've backed up your TA folder!
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Ah so you have to unlock boot loader for pretty much anything.
I'm not really interested in installing custom ROMs, I think Sony have actually done quite a good job, I only installed custom roms on my note because samsung was so bloated.
Do I have to unlock bootloader if all I want to do is add a few things like awesome beats, titanium backup pro etc? I don't want to install a ROM.
Hopefully someone somewhere comes up with a new rooting method soonish. Would even donate.
EDIT: In theory then, can I unlock the boot loader, install a custom rom, then relock it so I get x reality back etc?
hamzab said:
Ah so you have to unlock boot loader for pretty much anything.
I'm not really interested in installing custom ROMs, I think Sony have actually done quite a good job, I only installed custom roms on my note because samsung was so bloated.
Do I have to unlock bootloader if all I want to do is add a few things like awesome beats, titanium backup pro etc? I don't want to install a ROM.
Hopefully someone somewhere comes up with a new rooting method soonish. Would even donate.
EDIT: In theory then, can I unlock the boot loader, install a custom rom, then relock it so I get x reality back etc?
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You don't have to unlock the bootloader if you just want to root and install Titanium etc. You only need to unlock it if you want to flash a custom ROM. People are trying to find a root exploit in 257, but it looks like it's really hard to do, so we just have to wait.
And that won't work. You need to have Recovery installed to flash custom ROMs, and Recovery requires root.
There are tons of exploits out there maybe ONE of them will work.
Report findings in this thread so we can keep track of what's been tried, and what failed.
Poot Failed
Motochopper Failed
IO Root Failed
Kingoroot Failed
VRoot Failed
Framaroot Failed
Vroot failed. I wrote kingo and they said they cant root KK.
IO root failed
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IO root failed
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Are there devs that is working on bringing root to kitkat? Just asking...apologize if there are
Root worked for me but I did it the long way. Reverted to D80010o using LG FLash Tools then used ioroot22 to root. Had AT&T push the q update. Stayed rooted. Got the KitKat D80020c update and updated. Root stuck.
So I am running KitKat rooted.
So if you do it this way, ioroot22 works.
However I suspect that you are looking for a solution once the KitKat update is installed, then to root. Of all the threads that I have read on the subject (all of them), there is no way that I am aware of to root KitKat once it is already installed.
NevetsDrassel said:
Root worked for me but I did it the long way. Reverted to D80010o using LG FLash Tools then used ioroot22 to root. Had AT&T push the q update. Stayed rooted. Got the KitKat D80020c update and updated. Root stuck.
So I am running KitKat rooted.
So if you do it this way, ioroot22 works.
However I suspect that you are looking for a solution once the KitKat update is installed, then to root. Of all the threads that I have read on the subject (all of them), there is no way that I am aware of to root KitKat once it is already installed.
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Eventually phones shipped from LG will have KitKat pre-installed. So, yes I'm talking about rooting Kitkat, not keeping Root after Kitkat.
Let's set up a bounty!
robogo1982 said:
Let's set up a bounty!
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Go on. Ill wait till bounty is set then ill upload
Originally Posted by robogo1982
Let's set up a bounty!
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Go on. Ill wait till bounty is set then ill upload
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Link or it didn't happen lol
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muppetmaster916 said:
Link or it didn't happen lol
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Haha no no, what is the point of the bounty. Ill attach a screenie then
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Root Inc
DesertHawk said:
Haha no no, what is the point of the bounty. Ill attach a screenie then
Root Inc
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Asking for money to release a root exploit... Typical XDA
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Markyzz said:
Asking for money to release a root exploit... Typical XDA
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Yep. No i really dont give but its uploading now and itll take ages as im uploading 2 ROM's first for D802. Both which are 2GB. And I need two D802 testers :/
Keep this crap out of my thread please.
Want to start a bounty? Do it on your own thread.
DesertHawk said:
Yep. No i really dont give but its uploading now and itll take ages as im uploading 2 ROM's first for D802. Both which are 2GB. And I need two D802 testers :/
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I have D802, still need testers? Let me know!
MrDarkKV said:
I have D802, still need testers? Let me know!
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KitKat Roms?
LG D802(Beast), Nexus 5, Galaxy S4, Note 10.1 2014, TF3OOT?
john0699 said:
KitKat Roms?
LG D802(Beast), Nexus 5, Galaxy S4, Note 10.1 2014, TF3OOT?
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all this talk about kitkat is giving me the munchies lol
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I have D802, still need testers? Let me know!
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I also have a D802 , and it´s ready for testing ! :good:
NevetsDrassel said:
Root worked for me but I did it the long way. Reverted to D80010o using LG FLash Tools then used ioroot22 to root. Had AT&T push the q update. Stayed rooted. Got the KitKat D80020c update and updated. Root stuck.
So I am running KitKat rooted.
So if you do it this way, ioroot22 works.
However I suspect that you are looking for a solution once the KitKat update is installed, then to root. Of all the threads that I have read on the subject (all of them), there is no way that I am aware of to root KitKat once it is already installed.
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What did u use to "retain" root?
He probably just updated via OTA. You can keep root permission like that. If he flashed KitKat .kdz and then rooted it, well, then it's a whole different story.
1.0 Introduction
This is a series of guides that will cover the basics of ROMs, kernels, recoveries, installation and so on. Questions asked in here will be answered as fast as possible. This is not a thread for unbricking your device, but rather to avoid getting into a situation where you end up with a bricked device. I do realise that the LG G2 is a year old, but since its price has dropped, it offers A LOT of value for money and while some people leave for newer devices, other people grab the G2.
1.1 Rooting
Let's cover the basics steps of rooting, installing a custom recovery and making your first backup.
If you do not know what root is, a brief explanation would be getting access to the root of your device. What that means is that you get access to parts of your device that are otherwise hidden - because the average Joe would not know what to do with root access and could possibly end up with a device that is unusable. As implied, there is a risk involved in rooting your device, although with the LG G2 the action is most often reversable.
Disclaimer: I cannot be held responsible for any damage you do to your device. Following this guide should be safe, but there is a risk involved
So how do you root your LG G2?
The absolute easiest way is to download towelroot. If your software version is 20G or newer, (or if towelroot doesn't work for you) try stump root. Link further below.
towelroot can be downloaded from towelroot.com
Click the lambda, download the apk file and install it.
If you get a pop up message claiming that the apk is dangerous, agree to it and continue installing. As previously mentioned, rooting IS not risk free, and this application abuses an exploit in the kernel.
After installing and opening, press "make it ra1n". That will root your device.
When finished, reboot. Then go to Play Store and download SuperSU. SuperSU is an application that will allow apps to gain superuser access and it is vital for any root user.
Now you have root and the ability to give SuperUser access to apps.
EDIT: For Software versions 20G and up, towelroot doesn't work anymore, use stump root instead.
Link is here: Stump Root for LG Devices
1.2 Installing a Custom Recovery
Why is a custom recovery necessary? It is, because it’s the easiest way (and often the only way) to get your device back and working in case you get stuck in a bootloop. It’s also vital for flashing custom ROMS and custom kernels.
How do I get one? Well, there’s an app for that!
Check out this thread to get AutoRec, an application that’ll automatically install a custom recovery to your G2! Credits go to @Cloudyfa and @bender_007 CLICK HERE
IMPORTANT!
MAKE SURE YOU DOWNLOAD THE CORRECT VERSION FOR YOUR DEVICE!!!!!!
After downloading, install the application, allow it superuser access and install a custom recovery.
When finished, reboot to recovery. You’ll need to take a backup of your working ROM.
2.0 Making a backup of your working ROM and vital partitions
Now you should be in recovery:
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Tap “Backup”, and backup the following partitions:
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The backup will take roughly 3 minutes to finish, be patient. When it’s done, reboot system.
Make a few copies of the backup. ALWAYS have a backup on your device , keep one on your computer and one on a microSD somewhere.
Cheers for this...looking at possibly buying it soon. So I guess this will work even regardless if its a D800 or D802?
Geordie Affy said:
Cheers for this...looking at possibly buying it soon. So I guess this will work even regardless if its a D800 or D802?
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Yay I'm happy it could help anybody!
Yes it should, but it depends on which software version your D800 comes with. If towelroot doesn't work, IOroot or Stumproot should work Try this out when you get it - if it doesn't work, quote this message (so that I get a mail) and let me know.
Will do cheers. Yeah looking at buying a D802 from Hong Kong hy the end of this month, so no idea what kind of software its going to come with [emoji53]. Plus I want to install the G3 ROM onto it pretty much straightaway. Never rooted before but seems fairly straight forward.
should point out that autorec is for kitkat only afaik
also towelroot doesn't work on some of the later kitkat roms, but you can use 'stump' root instead
meangreenie said:
should point out that autorec is for kitkat only afaik
also towelroot doesn't work on some of the later kitkat roms, but you can use 'stump' root instead
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Thanks for your input. I think I covered the towelroot part in my response to geordie. I'll edit the op tomorrow.
vPro97 said:
Thanks for your input. I think I covered the towelroot part in my response to geordie. I'll edit the op tomorrow.
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Yeah I think towelroot wont work for me, reading other threads with those who have D802 Internation Verision. IOroot it is then. Can't wait to mess about with it - will probs mess it up somehow haha but atleast I have awesome XDA guys to fall back on
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Geordie Affy said:
Yeah I think towelroot wont work for me, reading other threads with those who have D802 Internation Verision. IOroot it is then. Can't wait to mess about with it - will probs mess it up somehow haha but atleast I have awesome XDA guys to fall back on
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If you're getting a D802 you shouldn't worry one bit. Even the latest 20F software can be rooted by towelroot!
OP Updated with the new 20G update in mind.
vPro97 said:
OP Updated with the new 20G update in mind.
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Cheers man, going to order my G2 next week.
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Cheers man, going to order my G2 next week.
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Great, looking forwards to that!
Towelroot does not show ROOTED in either dialer status RCT check or Download mode!
Yup it worked for me.
Ofcourse, I didn't take the root too far, only used it for the following:
Install SuperSU
Install Greenify/WLD/G2 Xposed
Later on, wanted to use warranty, and was a lil worried, but it seems undetectable, especially since I've deleted SuperSU and Xposed..
I did not:
Install custom recovery
Install custom ROM
So, anyone else considering using towelroot, but hesitating because of the potential warranty implications, this should help make up ur mind..
This thread is what i am looking for so THANKS alot OP. Really helped us noobs. Can You do TuTs(noob friendly) on 'How to install custom roms using Autorec' or kk based ROms or kernels to LP based roms and kernels etc kinda like that flashing basebands and all for LG g2 D802 ? Cheers m8
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should point out that autorec is for kitkat only afaik
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That is incorrect, AutoRec is also for Lollipop, I used it to install TWRP on my LS980
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That is incorrect, AutoRec is also for Lollipop, I used it to install TWRP on my LS980
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I have the same device. I want to get custom recovery. ... My its new. Can you help me?