Hey there so basically I need some help with android 4.3 build m_j 7 and I need a way so that I can use a custom rom without SS.
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Klonopin said:
Hey there so basically I need some help with android 4.3 build m_j 7 and I need a way so that I can use a custom rom without SS.
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You can't, it's not possible because no bootloader exploit has been found since MDK.
Klonopin said:
Hey there so basically I need some help with android 4.3 build m_j 7 and I need a way so that I can use a custom rom without SS.
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you really need to do some reading before you brick your phone
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2606501
Yea... SafeStrap is your only option as of right now. Good luck and read up as much as you can, you should be alright
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Are you having trouble with Safe Strap?
Klonopin said:
Hey there so basically I need some help with android 4.3 build m_j 7 and I need a way so that I can use a custom rom without SS.
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Don't we all:laugh:!!!
decaturbob said:
you really need to do some reading before you brick your phone
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2606501
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I haven't made any drastic maneuvers yet. Lol. I'm not trying to brick it either.
riker147 said:
Don't we all:laugh:!!!
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right?
Sir_Eagle said:
Are you having trouble with Safe Strap?
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no, just feeling left out with all these awesome custom roms out.
Oishikatta said:
You can't, it's not possible because no bootloader exploit has been found since MDK.
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Can't I downgrade? I thought that was a possibility?
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Klonopin said:
Can't I downgrade? I thought that was a possibility?
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One person has claimed it's possible through JTAG, but they declined to provide proof and nobody else has been able to do it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51338813&highlight=h311sdr0id#post51338813
So it is definitely not possible at this time.
If you want to run AOSP/etc you'll need to buy a used S4 with MDK (e.g. on swappa). They generally sell for a bit more than non-MDK ones, but I've seen them as low as $310-$335 recently. Lowest currently is $360 though. Basically, assuming your S4 is in mint/near-mint condition the price difference should be under $50 if you were to sell yours and buy one with MDK.
Klonopin said:
I haven't made any drastic maneuvers yet. Lol. I'm not trying to brick it either.
right?
no, just feeling left out with all these awesome custom roms out.
Can't I downgrade? I thought that was a possibility?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2630040
over a dozen custom roms available for safestrap users....
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Supposedly this update patches root and swaps the bootloader. Proceed at your own discretion.
Most recent VZW update that was discovered today.
I have not yet delved into the files to see exactly what this update updates. A few users have reported Apps2SD being included and a change in phone status that now displays a "Secure Boot Status Field" in addition to the SELinux Status field.
Linky: http://invisiblek.org/sch-i545/SCH-I545_VZW_1_20130613175748_jy2r2k5mdm.zip
MD5: bfc4ae3a1e9e2ea617887a587345f020
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Reserved
How do we install this, and since its just the upgrade, I'd have to presume it doesn't wipe anything?
Thanks.
boxermansr said:
How do we install this, and since its just the upgrade, I'd have to presume it doesn't wipe anything?
Thanks.
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I dont think you really want to from what ive read today. It will unroot, and patch things so you can't odin the pre release kernel to root.
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asdecker said:
I dont think you really want to from what ive read today. It will unroot, and patch things so you can't odin the pre release kernel to root.
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Not rooted, don't care about rooting to be honest, so that's all not relevant to me
boxermansr said:
How do we install this, and since its just the upgrade, I'd have to presume it doesn't wipe anything?
Thanks.
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Only do this if you don't want to be rooted. You will not be able to flash any Loki kernel and will be stuck with stock until or if they crack this new bootloader
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Not rooted, don't care about rooting to be honest, so that's all not relevant to me
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Honestly, that's a pretty big thing to the majority of ppl who frequent the site...
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joderme said:
Supposedly this update patches root and swaps the bootloader. Proceed at your own discretion.
Most recent VZW update that was discovered today.
I have not yet delved into the files to see exactly what this update updates. A few users have reported Apps2SD being included and a change in phone status that now displays a "Secure Boot Status Field" in addition to the SELinux Status field.
Linky: http://invisiblek.org/joder/SCH-I545_VZW_1_20130613175748_jy2r2k5mdm.zip
MD5: bfc4ae3a1e9e2ea617887a587345f020
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thanks joderme gonna dig into this now and see if i can make a stock base and still be able to retain root
boxermansr said:
Not rooted, don't care about rooting to be honest, so that's all not relevant to me
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Safest way is through KIES or the Samsung/VZW updater app.
http://support.verizonwireless.com/pdf/system_update/galaxys4-sua.pdf
These files are more for devs to mess around with than anything at this point.
Is there a radio upgrade
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Dunno why anyone on this forum would want to use this.
Smokuevo said:
Is there a radio upgrade
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From what I have heard yes there is a modem upgrade.
EVOme said:
Dunno why anyone on this forum would want to use this.
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Apps2SD and HDR Video - DUH!
joderme said:
Apps2SD and HDR Video - DUH!
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I think he means that everyone on here is looking for rooted ROM n such which isn't entirely true
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bout to flash odex version of me8 i just made if it works and i retain root i will post a flashable in a cpl minutes
beanstown106 said:
bout to flash odex version of me8 i just made if it works and i retain root i will post a flashable in a cpl minutes
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And then Deodex
You're a good man, Beans. Good luck!
Yes! What a day, an update to twrp and maybe this!
No news is good news, right?
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boxermansr said:
Not rooted, don't care about rooting to be honest, so that's all not relevant to me
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This doesn't make any sense to me.
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nes4r2 said:
This doesn't make any sense to me.
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+1000
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I was just prompted for an update.. has anyone else got it?
Keep root?
Do it or not?
Going to hold off on running it for now.
Carbon_Rink said:
I was just prompted for an update.. has anyone else got it?
Keep root?
Do it or not?
Going to hold off on running it for now.
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I haven't taken any OTAs yet in 5 months of owning my phone. Once you build firmware is updated you are stuck...and most likely will not be able to even odin back. If you don't care about Root or any ability to mod...and don't mind stock features go right ahead and take the update
safestrap enabled, Hyperdrive driven
Carbon_Rink said:
I was just prompted for an update.. has anyone else got it?
Keep root?
Do it or not?
Going to hold off on running it for now.
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What kind of update?
riker147 said:
What kind of update?
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According to the pop up it is software update that includes enhancments and improvments to the s4
http://support.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/galaxys4.pdf
Looks like just a few minor things!
What build are you running now?
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Carbon_Rink said:
According to the pop up it is software update that includes enhancments and improvments to the s4
http://support.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/galaxys4.pdf
Looks like just a few minor things!
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According to the link you posted, it's just the MK2 update. That's been out for a while.
thesoldier said:
What build are you running now?
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MJ7
Yeah, MK2 has been out for awhile...
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You got me all excited lol mk2 had been out for at least a month.
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joshm.1219 said:
You got me all excited lol mk2 had been out for at least a month.
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I got really excited too. I've been using Wanam Xposed for awhile, but I do like the white battery icon in the status bar in KitKat. I hate to sound cliché, but emoji support would help in apps such as Twitter.
sorry to get everyone excited. i will have to do this update.
Not here yet http://www.gottabemobile.com/2014/02/21/samsung-galaxy-s4-android-4-4-update-spotted/
But lets use this thread for all discussion about the impending update.
No need for discussion Naddict I got this.
P.S.A
Don't take the update
Surge1223 said:
No need for discussion Naddict I got this.
P.S.A
Don't take the update
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What he said.
If you do, you won't likely keep root across the OTA, and won't be rootable afterwards.
Any chance of a bootloader breach is also lower once you update. Just say no,
Android 4.4 + TW = lipstick on a pig
Can't wait for this update, I'm taking it in a heartbeat. A shame there's no word on it for Verizon.
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I no longer see a need to root. So much function is freely given now. The only reason I would root again would be for ad block. That said, break me off a piece of that Kit Kat!
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richii0207 said:
Can't wait for this update, I'm taking it in a heartbeat. A shame there's no word on it for Verizon.
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What aspect of it are you looking forward to the most?
NFL Mobile. That right there is one HUGE reason to root. Get that crap off your phone, unless you a willing lemming drone to the NSA and you have "nothing to hide"...
Seriously... I don't get it. Those of you that are on SafeStrap mk2 or mj7 are better off staying where you are. You're not missing some huge thing other than saying... Your s4 is on KitKat.
I have a sprint s4 on TW 4.4 and let me tell u...it looks just like TW 4.3.
So keep root..keep SafeStrap and wait and see if the XDA gods can bring root to it first before anything else.
I don't know I guess this kitkat thing is already tickin me off!
Do what you want.
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scryan said:
What aspect of it are you looking forward to the most?
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An update is an update...I enjoy browsing through for new things. It's like flashing a rom? Some people like stock, it's clean and functional . Have been rooting and installing roms since my og droid days and this is the first device that I find no need to root to enjoy. It's filled with customizable options and speed.
I am sure Vroot can already root this. I will be updating when its out and root.
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NFL Mobile. That right there is one HUGE reason to root. Get that crap off your phone, unless you a willing lemming drone to the NSA and you have "nothing to hide"...
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NFL Mobile is in league with the NSA ?!?! OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!
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riker147 said:
NFL Mobile is in league with the NSA ?!?! OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!
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You REALLY need to read the latest updates terms, then see how much you laugh...
http://rootzwiki.com/news/verizon-channels-inner-nsa-latest-nfl-mobile-update/
gunnermike said:
You REALLY need to read the latest updates terms, then see how much you laugh...
http://rootzwiki.com/news/verizon-channels-inner-nsa-latest-nfl-mobile-update/
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First: Old news.
Second: The article is comparing Verizon with the NSA. It doesn't say they're working "with" them. Also, do you honestly think that NFL Mobile is the only way they can track your info?
Third: I'm still laughing.
Tada10 said:
I am sure Vroot can already root this. I will be updating when its out and root.
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Vroot nor any known root methods used for 4.3 will not work. This sucker is more locked down then Michael Jackson having kids over at his Neverland park.
MOTO X Slapped
Is the update gunna kill foxfi?
skillzo1 said:
Is the update gunna kill foxfi?
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Yes and FoxFi confirms it's unusable on KitKat; at least on the VZW HTC One
http://forums.androidcentral.com/ve...e-kills-foxfi-apparently-verizon-htc-one.html
cbmggm said:
Yes and FoxFi confirms it's unusable on KitKat; at least on the VZW HTC One
http://forums.androidcentral.com/ve...e-kills-foxfi-apparently-verizon-htc-one.html
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Damn i need foxfi to tether to my tablet.
Surge1223 said:
No need for discussion Naddict I got this.
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Don't take the update
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++1
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++1
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Once Verizon sends that OTA this way these forums are going to be littered with alllll sorts of nonsense like the sprint one are now. Trying to talk people down from the ledge after they Odin mk2 once they see they really don't like kitkat.... seriously it's been happening all day over there lol
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I'm on Android 4.2.2 on the I545WWUAMG6 build.. Can I not safe strap and get me a custom rom?
I really don't like Touchwiz..... I certainly hope I can.. xnx
Okay no wait, I realized I'm supposed to be on 4.3 not 4.2.2.... So is there any way I can surefire guaranteed update to Mk2? Or is it... Just... Update and hope for the best?
AkiroX said:
Okay no wait, I realized I'm supposed to be on 4.3 not 4.2.2.... So is there any way I can surefire guaranteed update to Mk2? Or is it... Just... Update and hope for the best?
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I'm really not sure what you're saying, but regardless, if you have an issue with TouchWiz, Safestrap isn't going to help. You can ONLY flash TouchWiz based roms with Safestrap.
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I'm really not sure what you're saying, but regardless, if you have an issue with TouchWiz, Safestrap isn't going to help. You can ONLY flash TouchWiz based roms with Safestrap.
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Darn it... Really? So I can't flash anything that isn't touchwiz?
Wow that's a bummer.... Alright, then, uhm... So that means if my 4.2.2 build isn't an MDK I'm doomed, right? lol
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Darn it... Really? So I can't flash anything that isn't touchwiz?
Wow that's a bummer.... Alright, then, uhm... So that means if my 4.2.2 build isn't an MDK I'm doomed, right? lol
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There is a sticky in general section you need to read...
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Kies wants to update my unrooted S4 to NC5 from MK2.
Should I do this?
Is there some improvement?
Is it easier to root NC5?
Will Foxfi still wotk under NC5?
Darn. Search is borken again.
mike.s said:
Darn. Search is borken again.
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Thank you for your helpful post.
Search is not borken and I searched but this question was not asked.
Dat KitKat, doe...
pego99 said:
Kies wants to update my unrooted S4 to NC5 from MK2.
Should I do this?
Is there some improvement?
Is it easier to root NC5?
Will Foxfi still wotk under NC5?
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I'd hold off myself but in this very forum you posted in there's this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2726868
If your good with Odin you can do either or pretty much. Just make sure to read up before jumping into anything
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I updated with kies seems ok so far.
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pego99 said:
I updated with kies seems ok so far.
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Hey I understand... I flash so many ROMs onto this S4 just cuz I NEED to see something new lol even if in actuality it's really not that different after all. Hope it works out for you!
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