[Q] Samsung Galaxy S3 Root - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I have a Samsung Galaxy S3 with version 4.3 jelly bean and I want to know if this method is legit:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7A5rS4RU-os
I want to root my phone to unlock the sim without paying if its possible, so if anyone knows how can i do it, please post some tutorials that might help me.
Sorry if im repeating threads but i was afraid of following the wrong thread and mess up my phone.
Thanks.

Pay for an unlock code, the free methods don't work anymore.
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Can you recommend me any website or app to unlock for the less cost? If its possible i would prefere without rooting.

klaudino3 said:
Can you recommend me any website or app to unlock for the less cost? If its possible i would prefere without rooting.
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Have a look at this Link

ag4751 said:
Have a look at this Link
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Thanks but it looks like i need to root my phone first, right? If so can you give me a tutorial?
Thanks.

Rooting is easy you just have to flash CF-AutoRoot into the device using Odin. There are plenty of Tutorials online regarding this.
And as @boomboomer said the free methods don't work so don't rely on them.

klaudino3 said:
Thanks but it looks like i need to root my phone first, right? If so can you give me a tutorial?
Thanks.
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Details and guides are in my signature

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[Q] some questions if anyone can help please

hi.
I've been looking around here for some answers but i cant seem to find them please if anyone can help.
my Mrs bought one of these phones on 3 network, i saw a bit of a post that wasn't very informative on how to unlock (Sim unlock) this phone does anyone have a guide or can point me in the right direction on how to do this
rooting, I'd like to root this phone but i cant seem to find a proper guide/tut on how this is done can someone point me in the right direction please
thank you
sorry if this is in the wrong section
rooting, just use the app 'universal androot', if that fails, try 'superoneclickroot'
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1389712&highlight=sim+unlock
^that thread could possibly help you with unlocking it, i dont know how risky it is though
thank you
do i root it before unlocking the phone?
jammy2015 said:
thank you
do i root it before unlocking the phone?
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Yeah, you will need root to unlock it
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Jordanooo said:
rooting, just use the app 'universal androot', if that fails, try 'superoneclickroot'
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1389712&highlight=sim+unlock
^that thread could possibly help you with unlocking it, i dont know how risky it is though
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Will universal Androot erase everything?
no it just use a exploit to crack android security and give you root acess.

[Q] New to Android - Need Advice (Rooting and Firmware)

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.
LithiumTheory said:
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.

Please Help!! Best way to root Galaxy S3 ?

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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[Q] Rooting s3 i9300

Hello guys
I have a S3 i9300 uk locked to three network and it has xxdlj1 build and NEDLI1 base. I need to root it but keep the branded 3 firmware and unlock it.
Iv seen the links around and most of them tell you to install custom rom first and then root with a file.
Can I just root it and not install new firmware ( its on 4.1.1). im new to this stuff and iv read a lot on the forum with a lot of help around.
Thanx for the help appreciate it.
tani786 said:
Hello guys
I have a S3 i9300 uk locked to three network and it has xxdlj1 build and NEDLI1 base. I need to root it but keep the branded 3 firmware and unlock it.
Iv seen the links around and most of them tell you to install custom rom first and then root with a file.
Can I just root it and not install new firmware ( its on 4.1.1). im new to this stuff and iv read a lot on the forum with a lot of help around.
Thanx for the help appreciate it.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
Read this wiki brother and you will get all the answers u want to know about rooting. ........
Hit thanks if I helped. ..
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rockondudu said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
Read this wiki brother and you will get all the answers u want to know about rooting. ........
Hit thanks if I helped. ..
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What method is best and where do I get the files needed for the rooting or are they all provided in the kit.
tani786 said:
What method is best and where do I get the files needed for the rooting or are they all provided in the kit.
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Start by reading the basics .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1927113
There is no best .
SIMPLE ROOT .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1695238
Iv seen the links around and most of them tell you to install custom rom first and then root with a file.
You are totally misinformed in the above statement .
jje
tani786 said:
What method is best and where do I get the files needed for the rooting or are they all provided in the kit.
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Brothers links provided in wiki about the software which needed........
N if u don't know exact process n if u confused about something then plz go to YouTube and search video tutorial for rooting of S3.......
S3root.com is also a great site for rooting guide. ....
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download the exynos abuse apk and install it
then click root, that all
much simple and faster than cf root, auto root, etc ....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2050297
XeactorZ said:
download the exynos abuse apk and install it
then click root, that all
much simple and faster than cf root, auto root, etc ....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2050297
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Thanks I didn't no this thread. ......
It's very simple and useful. ...........
Thanks once again. .....
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Iv rooted my s3 using cf root 6.4 ( not auto). Its on 4.1.1. now i know that 4.1.2 is out i really like the multi tasking feature and really want to update.
The only thing is that i want to unroot know but im not sure where to start. iv read up on this site to unroot s3 i9300 (galaxys3root) and i want to go back to stock firmware. I want everything gone also the root(supersu, cwm manager also the aptoide and stuff like that. Basically so the warranty is intact again.
the method shown is it good and is it compatible with the way i have rooted? Galaxys3root
since my phone is branded to 3 network in uk can i install unbranded firmware so the 3 start up sign goes away or shall i stick to same firmware.
Appreciate the help the people give on here. Thanx alot

[Q] Rooting

hiiiii,
please i want to know how can i root my GS3 ( international ) never been rooted ?!?!?!?
Maybe this will help
http://galaxys3root.com/galaxy-s3-root/how-to-root-galaxy-s3-jelly-bean-or-ics/
Danny044 said:
Maybe this will help
http://galaxys3root.com/galaxy-s3-root/how-to-root-galaxy-s3-jelly-bean-or-ics/
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No. This method gives a recovery that could allow the phone to get bricked. It is no longer supported
OP, please read "[ref] read before rooting" in my signature first.
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rootSU said:
No. This method gives a recovery that could allow the phone to get bricked. It is no longer supported
OP, please read "[ref] read before rooting" in my signature first.
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I rooted it that way and everything is fine so I posted it, didn't now that it could brick the phone...sorry, my bad
boodey said:
hiiiii,
please i want to know how can i root my GS3 ( international ) never been rooted ?!?!?!?
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really? do you believe that you're the first person to ask for a rooting guide? you're not, which means you shouldn't have posted, but instead followed one of the guides on xda, which are easily found. hell, there's a link on the section list page.
Danny044 said:
I rooted it that way and everything is fine so I posted it, didn't now that it could brick the phone...sorry, my bad
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Depends when you rooted. The bug was only identified in November and fixes only released in January
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Really you should follow an xda guide, no point in linking to another site....if you have a query about their method you should address them, I can guarantee their method is copy/paste or rewrite of an xda post anyway.
Glebun said:
really? do you believe that you're the first person to ask for a rooting guide? you're not, which means you shouldn't have posted, but instead followed one of the guides on xda, which are easily found. hell, there's a link on the section list page.
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i don't why are you talking like that but i'm really new to xda but anyway that's my fault and thnx man for your Nice !!!!!!!!!!!! way in talking
boodey said:
i don't why are you talking like that but i'm really new to xda but anyway that's my fault and thnx man for your Nice !!!!!!!!!!!! way in talking
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There's no point replying to him. He has been banned from XDA
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Hi there,
You might want to check out samsung galaxy III toolkit here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488.
It is a fairly easy to understand command tool which will root your phone and also install custom recovery (which is essential IMO if you want to try different ROMs later on).

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