this thread is track information on SS 3.72 compatible ROMS for kitkat. Please be aware that you must upgrade/downgrade to NC5 via several methods listed below. The discussion of that process not the purpose of this thread so lets not make work for the mods to clean out such postings.
Additionally SS3.72 has only been OFFICIALLY released for ATT S4's but can be used on Verizon with some limitations with the most important one being the lack of ROM Slot creation and installs. ALL roms must be loaded to the stock slot.
I repeat, ALL roms must be loaded to the stock slot. Please be advise to follow all ROM install steps outlined in their particular thread.
As with my thread on SS3.70/3.71, I will try to personally load the ROMS myself before I place in my list but posters can post ROMS they have loaded and tried that will run locked bootloaders via SS3.72 but I will only place in my list once I have done the deed. This thread is NOT for discussion on what ROMs are best as that is best for each user to decide for themselves. This thread is not for discussion of ROM issues, that is best serve in that ROm's home thread.
>>>>All verizon S4 people who contemplate modding their phone should bookmark/subscribe to the following thread beforehand<<<<<
[WIP] What you need to know before, during and after modifying your verizon S4 [05/13/2014]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2606501
>>>>Can KitKat NC5 be rooted?? The answer is yes, the "towel root" method is available presently. There are downgrade methods that allow you to attain root and retain older bootloaders<<<<<
>>>>Please note that the processes involving upgrading/downgrading must be followed as written. The process is a bit more complicate than previous ROM installs and be sure to scan those threads for any additional information. I strongly urge to set up a check list. If you miss a step, you will have to start all over, you may soft brick your phone, you may turn your phone into a paperweight <<<<<
NC5 native root method (tower root) video by tomsgt/rootjunky
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3JOeQSvxD4
[HOW-TO]Upgrade to 4.4.2 VRUFNC5 and keep root (for NC2 and MK2 devices) [05/13/2014]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2726868 by surge1223
4.x to 4.4.2 SAFE Up & Downgrade w Root n SafeStrap feat. 1File/Flash&Done!MK2-NC2/NC5
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2720163 by gigilie
How I downgraded from NC5 OTA to MK2 and back to Rooted NC5!!! Complete Step-By-Step
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2763834 by techguy2002
Helpful videos
Verizon Galaxy S4**KitKat (NC5) Upgrade**With Root&Tethering
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIRoQKTLeJQ by Bobby Onesios
Verizon Galaxy S4 KitKat**DOWNGRADE**to Jellybean
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZweIJrompdk&index=1&list=FLxv0tpwsgGZLKkTDHG1sC8A by Bobby Onesios
Verizon Galaxy S4 Odin Restore and Unbrick
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GL8XwuRYoWU&feature=youtu.be by tomsgt (rootjunky)
Verizon Galaxy S4 Odin Restore and Unbrick
All revisions of the I545 after MDK (ME7, MI1, MJ7, MK2) can NOT have a custom recovery, only Safestrap can be used.
To locate your firmware version (build number) use Settings/More/About phone. Read the "Build number". The last 3 characters are how we describe what version your phone is using and why we always ask what build or base you have. Do not confuse this with the radio baseband. I strongly urge to install "phone info.apk" from the playstore. This an invaluable app for all S4 users!!!!
I545VRUFNC5-Stock-Root-Deodex
I have loaded and setup this ROM that surge1223 has provided (prior to my initial install of Baja)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2726868
Bajarom V2.2
I have loaded this rom and ran it for 2 weeks with little issues
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2696872
Echo v24
I have loaded this rom and currently running it. Install went flawlessly and I posted my steps in Echo Rom thread, no issues whatsoever
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2702592
reserved #2
[ROM][PORT][TW][MDK&SS][4.4.2] Updated 5-1 Echoe v20.3 for Verizon
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2702592
(Working fine although I did notice a bit more battery drain than on Surge's base NC5 pre-rooted)
[ROM][4.4.2][MAY 26] Hyperdrive KK RLS16.1 ¯`•._
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2301724
(Working fine with the exception, I couldn't get my Galaxy Gear 1 to connect through Gear Manager) Other BT functions and connect seemed to work flawlessly) May have another look if/when I update my Gear to Tizen.
It's funny how hard it is to find a link to SS3.72.
I finally found it but I would think that it would be listed in the Hyperdrive thread and this one but apparently it's not.
-Lawless said:
It's funny how hard it is to find a link to SS3.72.
I finally found it but I would think that it would be listed in the Hyperdrive thread and this one but apparently it's not.
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If you go to Surge's thread it's in Directions Step #2; there's a direct download link for SS 3.72
HOW-TO]Upgrade to 4.4.2 VRUFNC5 and keep root (for NC2 and MK2 devices) [05/13/2014]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2726868
Thanks,
I found it after searching around. Usually they give these links in places like Hyperdrive required items etc.
I just figured there must be a reason people weren't linking it in informational threads like this one.
-Lawless said:
Thanks,
I found it after searching around. Usually they give these links in places like Hyperdrive required items etc.
I just figured there must be a reason people weren't linking it in informational threads like this one.
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I linked to the rom thread....
sent by baja kitkat S4
no love for gDux 2 or the KNOX free deodex'd Stock but Rooted NC5 ROM from my thread? or Phoenix 8 or Blackbox 3 from my thread or Purified or Foxhound ahhh now im sad no body loves me anymore... u looking sharp as always bob!
gigilie said:
no love for gDux 2 or the KNOX free deodex'd Stock but Rooted NC5 ROM from my thread? or Phoenix 8 or Blackbox 3 from my thread or Purified or Foxhound ahhh now im sad no body loves me anymore... u looking sharp as always bob!
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I don't link to roms I haven't loaded myself. ..I have no problems with others posting links
sent by bajarom v2.2 kitkat
decaturbob said:
I don't link to roms I haven't loaded myself. ..I have no problems with others posting links
sent by bajarom v2.2 kitkat
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but posting links is soo hard....
jk
heres a AFH - SS442 directory full of SS 442 ROMS tho
Blackbox 3, Purified, Phoenix, gDux, the 1st NC5 Prerooted KNOX FREE Stock ROM, VDSS, Foxhound, Chaos, CarHD are all sitting there. some are test versions but none the less. should keep someone busy for a day or two
Where can I get more information on Blackbox 3, Phoenix, Chaos, and CarHD Roms? I can't seem to find any info on them on the S4 Android Development section.
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looking forward to finding an awesome kit kat rom now that I'm all rooted and ready to go!
Heres so 4.4.2 safestrap ROM's I found
Slimrom and AOSP Illusion
Foxhound
Bajarom
gDux
PurifieD
BlackBox
Bunch of SS 4.4.2 Roms here
I downloaded the Chaos Rom bc it really seems interesting. However, it seems that it has to be installed via recovery. What are the prerequisites before installing this rom?
I know I have to backup my current cache in recovery and replace the cache.ext4.win file, but which one gets replaced? The one from my backup or the one from the Chaos Rom I want to install? Thanks.
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dm1105 said:
I downloaded the Chaos Rom bc it really seems interesting. However, it seems that it has to be installed via recovery. What are the prerequisites before installing this rom?
I know I have to backup my current cache in recovery and replace the cache.ext4.win file, but which one gets replaced? The one from my backup or the one from the Chaos Rom I want to install? Thanks.
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This thread is not meant for questions on any specific rom...post those in the appropriate rom thread please.
sent by bajarom v2.2 kitkat
I didn't see jrkruse's XXUGNE8 4.4.2 International port listed. I'm running it on SS with no problems.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2552605
It's good for those that want the stock look, but without Knox (interferred with my VPN widget, even when "disabled") and also Google Wallet working.
neonpolaris said:
I didn't see jrkruse's XXUGNE8 4.4.2 International port listed. I'm running it on SS with no problems.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2552605
It's good for those that want the stock look, but without Knox (interferred with my VPN widget, even when "disabled") and also Google Wallet working.
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Feel free to post link. I only post links once I load and try.
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decaturbob said:
Feel free to post link. I only post links once I load and try.
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No prob, I appreciate there being a list of "confirmed" ones. The link was in the post. I'm still using it so I can vouch that it works.
Eclipse TW should be included when it updates to 4.4.2 using safestrap
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I saw someone say it was possible and I rooted mine just to do that (before knowing that mj7 custom recovery was impossible). I just want to put google edition on my S4. If anyone knows if what that person said is correct could you please send me a link to the info I need to make it happen.
I heard that the method was somehow related to using odin to install the stock image to the mj7 s4 as google edition is an official edition which would be great if that were true.
Jerome the Just said:
I saw someone say it was possible and I rooted mine just to do that (before knowing that mj7 custom recovery was impossible). I just want to put google edition on my S4. If anyone knows if what that person said is correct could you please send me a link to the info I need to make it happen.
I heard that the method was somehow related to using odin to install the stock image to the mj7 s4 as google edition is an official edition which would be great if that were true.
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Not possible to put any GE Rom on a S4 with MJ7.
The boot loader is locked and you will brick your phone.
Don't attempt.
Jerome the Just said:
I saw someone say it was possible and I rooted mine just to do that (before knowing that mj7 custom recovery was impossible). I just want to put google edition on my S4. If anyone knows if what that person said is correct could you please send me a link to the info I need to make it happen.
I heard that the method was somehow related to using odin to install the stock image to the mj7 s4 as google edition is an official edition which would be great if that were true.
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no ability to install any custom ROM as MJ7 bootloader is pretty much lockdown for that, Odin has nothing to do with it. Now, Hashcode is working on safestrap port for MJ7 and MDK2 base users but that is no guarantee that a GE based rom will work when it is done. Some restrictions on kernel base and safestrap you see. You can read thread on ROMs that worked with safestrap and see what was said there for Google Edition Rom
decaturbob said:
no ability to install any custom ROM as MJ7 bootloader is pretty much lockdown for that, Odin has nothing to do with it. Now, Hashcode is working on safestrap port for MJ7 and MDK2 base users but that is no guarantee that a GE based rom will work when it is done. Some restrictions on kernel base and safestrap you see. You can read thread on ROMs that worked with safestrap and see what was said there for Google Edition Rom
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I do recall that there were two Google Edition ROMs that were reported to work on Safestrap, actually. Chances are they were still using the stock kernel though, so since A.) The OP is probably on a newer kernel than those, and B.) The newest "GE" ROMs on 4.3 use an AOSP kernel, unfortunately we're gonna have to wait juuuust a bit longer.
I know how you feel. TouchWiz has to go.
But hey, on the bright side, we can at least have HyperDrive RLS11 on our MJ7 phones for the time being!
Hello!
I am very new to XDA and looking for some direction. Please direct me to the right post if this has been already asked a million times but here it goes.
I have a verizon s4 with 4.3 and Mk2. I havent done anything with the phone yet except using custom launchers and icons. I want to install a pure kit kat on my device and dont care about warranty. I am very confused with all the different kernels, root procedures and looking for a step by step guide - call it unlocking, rooting and installing for dummies
Where should i start and is it even possible with my phone/carrier/baseband version.
Thanks in advance for your time and attention and have a good day!
R
rs32 said:
Hello!
I am very new to XDA and looking for some direction. Please direct me to the right post if this has been already asked a million times but here it goes.
I have a verizon s4 with 4.3 and Mk2. I havent done anything with the phone yet except using custom launchers and icons. I want to install a pure kit kat on my device and dont care about warranty. I am very confused with all the different kernels, root procedures and looking for a step by step guide - call it unlocking, rooting and installing for dummies
Where should i start and is it even possible with my phone/carrier/baseband version.
Thanks in advance for your time and attention and have a good day!
R
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Read this sticky thread in the General forum.
No kitkat currently for MK2.
Thanks a lot! any reason why there is none for Mk2. i did read the thread and was able to understand most of it. I guess i will hang around and wait till they release one.
Can you advise if my understanding is correct to have a stock kit kat cynaogen mod on my s4 verizon with mk2 ( when it is available)
1) unlock bootloader (with safe strap or loki)
2) root device - what tool to use?
3) flash a custom cyanogen mod
4) install gapps and other apps
Thanks again!
R
U r on mk2 firmware so u will not be able to run any aosp ROMs or kernels on ur phone til someone or @Hashcode has figured out a way for safestrap users. As of now we can root and install safestrap and then flash safestrap only ROMs with the correct modules.
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holla420 said:
U r on mk2 firmware so u will not be able to run any aosp ROMs or kernels on ur phone til someone or @Hashcode has figured out a way for safestrap users. As of now we can root and install safestrap and then flash safestrap only ROMs with the correct modules.
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Thanks for the info. What are some good safe strap rooms you suggest?
rs32 said:
Thanks for the info. What are some good safe strap rooms you suggest?
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Hyperdrive is beast. All of them have been my daily driver. If ur into aosp kinda rom check out foxhound. I haven't tried many since I'm a hyperdrive fanatic. I'm sure there r a few more that's solid
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yep, im running Hyperdrive RLS 12 on mk2 right now, I dont want to update to RLS14, because i use google wallet and a lot of users have been reporting problems using it.
ppat324wi said:
yep, im running Hyperdrive RLS 12 on mk2 right now, I dont want to update to RLS14, because i use google wallet and a lot of users have been reporting problems using it.
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Thanks everyone! I think im gonna checkout the foxhoud roms since i like the aosp feel close to kitkat. I will check back when i can run something very similar to stock kit kat on my mk2 s4 verizon
have a great weekend!
R
Guys...
SOrry if this is a poor post, but I'm still new to the gs4 on verizon.
When I got the phone about a week ago, It immediately took an OTA upgrade. I'm geussing this was a mistake?
Only reason I say this, is because i'm now on NC5, and it seems that I'm limited as to what I can do as far as ROMS.
However, I'm seeing that there are people on "MDK" which I'm assuming is an older base...are able to put whatever AOSP rom posted in the forum....
DO all phones comes with MDK base?
I can call them and ask to send a replacement....what are the chances its MDK?
A little help would be appreciated....Thanks!
Doubtful vzn has any phones left with mdk (I'm assuming, it was the original base when this phone came out last summer). If it makes you feel any better you were probably on mk2 4.3 when you took the upgrade, so you didn't really lose anything.
You can root, just no custom kernels, no custom recoveries, just safestrap. I'm running a Google play edition aosp 4.4.3 on safestrap and it runs pretty well. There's a thread in the general section.
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docluv01 said:
Guys...
SOrry if this is a poor post, but I'm still new to the gs4 on verizon.
When I got the phone about a week ago, It immediately took an OTA upgrade. I'm geussing this was a mistake?
Only reason I say this, is because i'm now on NC5, and it seems that I'm limited as to what I can do as far as ROMS.
However, I'm seeing that there are people on "MDK" which I'm assuming is an older base...are able to put whatever AOSP rom posted in the forum....
DO all phones comes with MDK base?
I can call them and ask to send a replacement....what are the chances its MDK?
A little help would be appreciated....Thanks!
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MDK bootloader was on the original GS4 and an exploit called loki was found that could bypass the bootloader lock so that you could root & install a custom recovery like TWRP or CWM & thereby flash both TouchWiz and AOSP roms. Thanks to Vzw /Att /Samsung, ota updates were issued that kills this exploit. All new phones are locked down. Can still root & use Safestrap recovery to flash TW based roms into a "sandbox" parallel system. Can't flash new kernels though.
Got it! Thanks
You know I looked at that ROM....considering giving it a try.,
Im on NC5 and SS, are there any issues with GPS etc?
rrrrrrredbelly said:
Doubtful vzn has any phones left with mdk (I'm assuming, it was the original base when this phone came out last summer). If it makes you feel any better you were probably on mk2 4.3 when you took the upgrade, so you didn't really lose anything.
You can root, just no custom kernels, no custom recoveries, just safestrap. I'm running a Google play edition aosp 4.4.3 on safestrap and it runs pretty well. There's a thread in the general section.
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docluv01 said:
Got it! Thanks
You know I looked at that ROM....considering giving it a try.,
Im on NC5 and SS, are there any issues with GPS etc?
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I have flashed several ss compatible kitkat roms and used gigilies nc2 wifi fix and never had issues with wifi or bluetooth or GPS
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Hey guys and girls, I have a question for any of you pretty comfortable with SafeStrap...so, I'm helping someone with an update/upgrade - trying to get them to be able to run KitKat ROMs via SafeStrap on his Verizon S4. But first, I need SafeStrap working again.
OK, basically I brought him from MK2 to NC2 using @Surge1223's method and am now on NC2 (I guess its the rooted- leaked version?)
So...my question is, HOW IN THE WORLD do I get SafeStrap back onto his phone while running on NC2? (All I see are links upon links about SS on NC5)
Thanks SO MUCH to anyone who can help me out here... And yes, I've tried reading and reading...no luck yet
calebcabob said:
Hey guys and girls, I have a question for any of you pretty comfortable with SafeStrap...so, I'm helping someone with an update/upgrade - trying to get them to be able to run KitKat ROMs via SafeStrap on his Verizon S4. But first, I need SafeStrap working again.
OK, basically I brought him from MK2 to NC2 using @Surge1223's method and am now on NC2 (I guess its the rooted- leaked version?)
So...my question is, HOW IN THE WORLD do I get SafeStrap back onto his phone while running on NC2? (All I see are links upon links about SS on NC5)
Thanks SO MUCH to anyone who can help me out here... And yes, I've tried reading and reading...no luck yet
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I just did a bit of searching and it seems NC2 is just the leaked version of NC5 and all that changed was a couple apps and a menu. That is secondhand information and may be incorrect I suppose. In any case, I have a NC5 build and used the exact Safestrap APK that I use for my device on my brother in laws S5. I reckon as long as you root/SuperSU/busybox/safestrap you should be good.
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liljoe727 said:
I just did a bit of searching and it seems NC2 is just the leaked version of NC5 and all that changed was a couple apps and a menu. That is secondhand information and may be incorrect I suppose. In any case, I have a NC5 build and used the exact Safestrap APK that I use for my device on my brother in laws S5. I reckon as long as you root/SuperSU/busybox/safestrap you should be good.
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Are you sure?
GrizzlyBarrn said:
Are you sure?
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No. I said it was secondhand information and I could be wrong. I dont suppose I am though. But I might be. If it were my phone I would try it but I have soft bricked my s4 about four or five times now and am pretty comfortable fixing it so I dont hesitate to try new things. That is just me though.
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Okay starting off, I went straight to cyanogenmod's page but it specifically stated "you must be on build I545VRUAMDK"...
There lies the problem. My phone is build KOT49H.I545VRUFNC5.
I got it from Verizon like this, already updated.
It's running kitkat 4.4.2.
Now, the benefit is that I already have root, through Towelroot V3.
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I've searched on Google and still cannot find a direct answer.
So please can someone tell me where to go to figure this out? Or if you know how kindly tell me?
I've installed Safestrap as well.
Thank you for any help!
Jerald_B said:
Okay starting off, I went straight to cyanogenmod's page but it specifically stated "you must be on build I545VRUAMDK"...
There lies the problem. My phone is build KOT49H.I545VRUFNC5.
I got it from Verizon like this, already updated.
It's running kitkat 4.4.2.
Now, the benefit is that I already have root, through Towelroot V3.
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I've searched on Google and still cannot find a direct answer.
So please can someone tell me where to go to figure this out? Or if you know how kindly tell me?
I've installed Safestrap as well.
Thank you for any help!
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If you MUST be on MDK to install the ROM and you are on NC5, then I reckon you can't install the ROM. There are not many ROM's available for those of us on NC5 and Safestrap unfortunately.
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liljoe727 said:
If you MUST be on MDK to install the ROM and you are on NC5, then I reckon you can't install the ROM. There are not many ROM's available for those of us on NC5 and Safestrap unfortunately.
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Man, that is what I was worried about... I've heard of hyperdrive being good, it's a 4.4.2 rom, have you had any experience with it?
Jerald_B said:
Man, that is what I was worried about... I've heard of hyperdrive being good, it's a 4.4.2 rom, have you had any experience with it?
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HyperDrive is solid. I'm on BlackBox right now and I like it better. It is stupid fast but a little buggy as it is a newer ROM. Another option would be to stay with the stock NC5 use Wanam Xposed from the XposedFramework. It allows quite a bit of customization if that is what you're looking for. There are some solid options being on NC5, just make sure you take the time to read through the threads before you flash anything.
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