Hello guys
Hope i'm posting this in right section, took me almost 10 mins to find how and where to post :crying:
I have done some surfing & got many question, will be thankful if some one can answer all this
1. What is the use of root? will this break warranty?
2. How to remove default apps from zenfone 5? cuz some are not good and i don't wan't them
3. Do i need to change kernal if i change/update firmware via update feature of phone.
4. If i root my phone and unroot it, then is they any way that service center guys can know that this phone was rooted before?
Thanks
Lalit_Agarwal said:
Hello guys
Hope i'm posting this in right section, took me almost 10 mins to find how and where to post :crying:
I have done some surfing & got many question, will be thankful if some one can answer all this
1. What is the use of root? will this break warranty?
2. How to remove default apps from zenfone 5? cuz some are not good and i don't wan't them
3. Do i need to change kernal if i change/update firmware via update feature of phone.
4. If i root my phone and unroot it, then is they any way that service center guys can know that this phone was rooted before?
Thanks
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1. root is full access to modify the system partition on your device - yes it will void warrenty
2. you need root access and go to system/app or system/priv-app and delete them via root explorer then reboot device
3. yes, kernel needs to be compatible with firmware
4. they typically know if the phone was rooted by looking at the bootloader, before rooting most devices you need to unlock the boot loader first. this leaves a tampered flag in the bootloader
toolhas4degrees said:
1. root is full access to modify the system partition on your device - yes it will void warrenty
2. you need root access and go to system/app or system/priv-app and delete them via root explorer then reboot device
3. yes, kernel needs to be compatible with firmware
4. they typically know if the phone was rooted by looking at the bootloader, before rooting most devices you need to unlock the boot loader first. this leaves a tampered flag in the bootloader
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If we update via in-build update feature then how it updates the kernal? does it come in firmware?
Can't we re-lock the boot loader?
Lalit_Agarwal said:
If we update via in-build update feature then how it updates the kernal? does it come in firmware?
Can't we re-lock the boot loader?
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you could, but in htc for example it says relocked instead of locked.
in stock rom yes kernel is in built in ota update with firmware.
toolhas4degrees said:
you could, but in htc for example it says relocked instead of locked.
in stock rom yes kernel is in built in ota update with firmware.
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Any idea if this happens in Zenfone 5 too?
Thanks
1 more question
should i root my asus zenfone 5?
almost all my problem can be solved via rooting but i'm little worried & confused.
Lalit_Agarwal said:
1 more question
should i root my asus zenfone 5?
almost all my problem can be solved via rooting but i'm little worried & confused.
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I can't answer that for you. if you are unclear about rooting process ask in a zenfone general thread since i do not have the phone, and it does void the warranty
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Hello there,
To start off, I am new to Android system but now, I am comfortable at using it.
My Device: Sony Ericsson WT19i
Firmware Version: 4.0.2.A.0.58
Root Status: Rooted
Did some googling on how to root phone, and successfully rooted my phone and same time found out that .62 version of my phone's firmware is not rootable so stayed positively there for a month.
Now seeing other users CM7, CM9, CWM(ClockWorkMod) and other stuff which I don't even know made me crazy to test them out too. Besides, sony's stock rom is getting on my nerves.
So, what do I do now? Could anyone direct me on
1. Updating to .62 and still be able to root.
2. Custom Mods? How?
A big thank you for going through this.
Regards,
GaNi
first unlock your bootloader and flash custom kernel..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560613
Doing OTA update on your phone will keep root. It means, if you have .58 firmware and root, and you do update via 3G or Wifi on your phone to .62, root stays the same.
For custom mods, you should first get familiar, what is ROM, kernel, what these do. Then it will be easier for you.
As for custom ROM, you will need custom kernel, which will require unlocked bootloader, which can be done via official method on Sony website, or via test point method(S1Tool). Either way you lose your warranty.
Regarding bootloader, look at screenshot please.
Do I still unlock it?
@someguy
The country which I reside costs a freaking lot for an MB, OTA updates could be my last alternative.
PS: Could we able to set the status back to normal so it doesn't look like it got it's warranty voided?
GxGaNi said:
Regarding bootloader, look at screenshot please.
Do I still unlock it?
@someguy
The country which I reside costs a freaking lot for an MB, OTA updates could be my last alternative.
PS: Could we able to set the status back to normal so it doesn't look like it got it's warranty voided?
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Yes you can unlock it
GxGaNi said:
Regarding bootloader, look at screenshot please.
Do I still unlock it?
@someguy
The country which I reside costs a freaking lot for an MB, OTA updates could be my last alternative.
PS: Could we able to set the status back to normal so it doesn't look like it got it's warranty voided?
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Yes, you can unlock the bootloader, both ways.
You can later on relock bootloader, then it will appear like this again.
OTA update can be done over WiFi also on your mobile.
Tried to do an OTA. Now it shows my phone is already on the latest software. No idea.
I decided to flash it with STOCK .62 ROM.
Is this ROM good to by flashed with? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560660
Author say's it rooted already. I'll just use a flash tool.
try to unlock bootloader first
Unlock bootloader on .58?
You say if I have .58 rooted phone and make OTA with Wi Fi, my phone will still be rooted. I try that, download update, mobile restart itself, but and the end of process show message "Error, cannot update"
I dont wont to unlock bootloader because I dont need custom kernel, I only need update stock kernel .62.
Thanks for reply.
my wt19i stuck at sony ericsson logo after install 062 with custom rom with root
anyone can help?
solved with flashing
sathreeyo said:
my wt19i stuck at sony ericsson logo after install 062 with custom rom with root
anyone can help?
solved with flashing
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Custom ROM also requires custom kernel.
Sent from my WT19i using xda premium
is kernel changing with changing rom or it stays until you change it?
manilu001 said:
is kernel changing with changing rom or it stays until you change it?
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I think you need Flashtools to flash a custom kernel (assuming the bootloader is previously unlocked) with ClockWork Mod (CWM) bundled.
After flashing the custom kernel, you reboot into CWM mode (depends on your phone model), erase system memory and install the new ROM (which should be in a .zip file in your SD Card).
Was anyone able to get "Ad Hoc" wpa_suplicant working for Live?
Is there any method to root 4.1.1?
Thanks
yes, with unlock
K999rrl said:
Is there any method to root 4.1.1?
Thanks
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1 - unlock with unlock app from asus
2- install twrp (search forum)
2- reboot into recovery in twrp and install superuser
4- sucess!
ricardo1976 said:
1 - unlock with unlock app from asus
2- install twrp (search forum)
2- reboot into recovery in twrp and install superuser
4- sucess!
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don't forget this will void your warranty - and there is no way to re-lock bootloader. that means when you'll hard brick you'll have to pay asus about 200$ RMA fee to fix
qery said:
don't forget this will void your warranty - and there is no way to re-lock bootloader. that means when you'll hard brick you'll have to pay asus about 200$ RMA fee to fix
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Root it may brick the prime as well? I tho is only when flashing time. So once it brick I need to send it back to Asus there's No way to unblock it even if I backup the stock? Thanks
K999rrl said:
Root it may brick the prime as well? I tho is only when flashing time. So once it brick I need to send it back to Asus there's No way to unblock it even if I backup the stock? Thanks
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If you are unlock, you will probably want to flash the best rom so you can squeeze maximum from your device. And you will eventually find yourself flashing and trying and flashing and trying . But you should be fine if you read descriptions (few times to be absolutely sure) before you flash.
If you only want root, you'll have to flash rooted stock rom (I think).
I got a question along the same lines.
First off I rooted this a good while back and the OTA root keeper has been working great up till the last update. Now that root wont restore I guess its time to unlock. But, I cant do a backup of my apps without friggin root...
So if I unlock and flash superuser, Will I be able to run titanium backup on my current rom? No sense in keeping a crappy stock install if I am unlocked but I would love to backup all my saved games and what nots.
Okay,I posted recently about my old z ultra. I bought the z ultra off Craigslist and it was updated to 5.0.
Anyhow the screen got the dreaded 'hairline' Crack in the screen and Sony covered it.
They sent me a new phone international version and the first thing I checked were the hidden functions in the dialer. Rooting status says yes or bootloader rather. Also the phone is still running 4.3. I did some searching and found a root method. I don't want kingroot or any Chinese crap.
Do I need a computer? Can I root using towelroot? Install busboy? DL cwm and flash via the phone?
harley1rocker said:
Okay,I posted recently about my old z ultra. I bought the z ultra off Craigslist and it was updated to 5.0.
Anyhow the screen got the dreaded 'hairline' Crack in the screen and Sony covered it.
They sent me a new phone international version and the first thing I checked were the hidden functions in the dialer. Rooting status says yes or bootloader rather. Also the phone is still running 4.3. I did some searching and found a root method. I don't want kingroot or any Chinese crap.
Do I need a computer? Can I root using towelroot? Install busboy? DL cwm and flash via the phone?
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Nope. Towelroot does not work on 4.3. I hope my phone doesn't force a system update. I'm still 4.3 for now.
Not a gpe edition either
Screw it. I think I'll just take the update
This is why im tempted to multi post. A moderator warned against multi post. Ive had this post up for a few days now and ive not got one answer.
I need to know about 4.3 jellybean. My phone was shipped with it. Do i have to use flashtool? Whats the first step? I haven't taken the update. Im still 4.3
PLEASE ANSWER
Hello there lonely islander! I'm randomly passing through with my ship, and I caught your smoke signals.
I can't really remember the root situation on 4.3, but there were quite a few rooting tools in the cross-development section. Not sure if those were for 4.1 or 4.3 though. I'll do some digging and I'll be back.
What's the firmware version? .290?
EDIT: Okay, so I've done some searching, and this method was the one that people used back on 4.3. It's not perfect though since it required the use of Vroot, which is/was the same type of rooting tool as Kingroot, so that's probably a no-go.
Another way of doing it would be to downgrade to a firmware that's supported by towelroot. That would be 4.1? 4.2? Find out which version is compatible and find that firmware FTF in the Dev section. You'll probably have to do some digging since a 4.x ROM thread will be quite old. Flash it using Flashtool and then root with towelroot.
But...
What's your plan now? Backup the TA partition (DRM-files) and then unlocking the bootloader, update to 5.1.1 and easily root again through fastboot since your B/L is unlocked? Or are you planning to keep the bootloader locked and live the rest of your life on an ancient Android version?
EDIT 2: Have you tried this tool on 4.3? It's based on Towelroot, but it's customized for rooting Xperia devices. I think that maybe, probably, it'll work on 4.3. I don't know, so go ahead and just try it unless you've already done it.
EDIT 3: Okay, so it looks like the tool provided in "Edit 2" should be compatible with Android versions up to 4.4.2 before being patched by Google/Sony in 4.4.3/4.4.4 (KitKat), so it should in theory work on 4.3.
EDIT 4: OKay, I have no idea what's real anymore. I just stumbled upon this post from that thread:
v 12.4 worked like a charm on my Xperia Z Ultra C6802 (4.4.4).
Did TA backup. Installed SU chainfire and updated binary in normal mode. Got write to external SD card ability on my Total Commander without any SDFix app. Thanks.
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So... just go ahead and try it. If it fails, then you can downgrade using Flashtool if you're into that.
Build is 136. No,you are correct. King root is king crap. Im not going back there. The bootloader status says yes. Will i have to use the sony web site to unlock bootloader? Yes, i want root and i want too flash roms.
So,can i just root and install safestrap,superSU or do i have to unlock BL.
I could update to 4.4.....
Okay. Forget what i want. Tell me the steps i need to take. Im on 4.3. Build136. Yes i wanna root and i wanna rom..
harley1rocker said:
Okay. Forget what i want. Tell me the steps i need to take. Im on 4.3. Build136. Yes i wanna root and i wanna rom..
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Alright. First step is to test and see if that root tool I linked to in my previous post works. If it does, great. If it doesn't, it'll get a little more time consuming.
But the important question here is: Do you care about the DRM files? They control mostly the camera which will be a little affected by the loss of the keys. It'll happen either way when you unlock the bootloader, but backing them up allows you to restore them later if you ever re-lock the bootloader for some reason.
So you can either:
1. Backup the DRM files, but doing that requires root, which is fairly hard to obtain with a locked bootloader, which you are currently witnessing.
2. Ignore the loss of the DRM files and unlock the bootloader right now. When you have unlocked the bootloader it'll allow you to boot and flash custom code, like a custom kernel with recovery (CWM/TWRP/Philz) which again allows you to flash SuperSU and be done with it, or flash a different ROM. It's the easiest way, but you'll lose the DRM keys. They might become handy if you have to send your device in for repairs down the road (if you have any warranty left, that is)
So what you need to decide right now is what you want to do.
Should i update? the next update is 4.4.2. I could take it then use watevr roottool. So root first then unlock bootloader
harley1rocker said:
Should i update? the next update is 4.4.2. I could take it then use watevr roottool. So root first then unlock bootloader
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No, just try the root tool right now while you're on 4.3. If it works, it works.
Did it work?
Im going to attempt here in a min
But first my good man,in what order do i do this?
Root first,unlock BL,install recovery?
Root bootloader status says yes..do i need to mess with it?
I updated to 4.4.2. Towelroot does not work on any of them
harley1rocker said:
Im going to attempt here in a min
But first my good man,in what order do i do this?
Root first,unlock BL,install recovery?
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Yeah, root then backup the DRM files and then unlock the BL, then install recovery.
harley1rocker said:
Root bootloader status says yes..do i need to mess with it?
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What yes? Bootloader Unlock allowed: Yes or Bootloader unlocked: Yes?
harley1rocker said:
I updated to 4.4.2. Towelroot does not work on any of them
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Alright, now we know.
If bootloader status says YES on unlocked, then it's already unlocked, and we've wasted a bunch of time! If it's already unlocked, then just install recovery.
Bootloader unlock allowed:yes...... So i take it,its not.
Can i use flashtool? I tried sony "official " way and i did NOT understand it. So ive read into flashtool and it seems easier.
If i get a recovery on this thing im good from there.
I dont understand the steps. On Samsung note devices its root,safestrap, SU then happy flashhing.
This device is crazy confusion
harley1rocker said:
Bootloader unlock allowed:yes...... So i take it,its not.
Can i use flashtool? I tried sony "official " way and i did NOT understand it. So ive read into flashtool and it seems easier.
If i get a recovery on this thing im good from there.
I dont understand the steps. On Samsung note devices its root,safestrap, SU then happy flashhing.
This device is crazy confusion
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OK. Here is what you need to know and do.
1- you didn't need to upgrade. A towelroot variant would have worked.
2- you don't need to unlock bootloader.
3- you need to install, from a PC onto your phone, what's called Xzdualrecovery, which is essentially a recovery. Google it and download the latest installer for this phone. You need to enable USB debugging on the phone so it can be installed from the PC. When your start the installer there is an option to instal AND root. This tool comes with the variant of towelroot tha can properly root your phone, if your OS date is before June 7 2014.
If you need help with these steps message me.
Thank u najoor. I have only updated to 4.4.2. I tried towelroot. Didnt work. I have a c6802. So im completely stock and your saying theres a tool out there that can root and install recovery from a pc.
Flashtool? Could you provide a link?
Hey Guyz! I am new to rooting process and need a bit info. I am thinking of rooting my Galaxy J7 Max(currently 5 and a half month old) using Kingroot. But need to know if I would get my warranty back when I unroot it. I currently have no plans of flashing custom roms or custom recovery.
Piyushsks2605 said:
Hey Guyz! I am new to rooting process and need a bit info. I am thinking of rooting my Galaxy J7 Max(currently 5 and a half month old) using Kingroot. But need to know if I would get my warranty back when I unroot it. I currently have no plans of flashing custom roms or custom recovery.
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Hi,
First , your warranty will be voided if you root your phone , even if you unroot it after.
Secondly , I don't advice the Kingoroot usage on your phone ,the best way is to unlock your bootloader and use TWRP (or another custom recovery) to flash magisk or SuperSU.
Those root manager are way more complete and you know what they are doing to your data .
Get your codename with this app:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.redphx.deviceid
And select the good section between the four ones there :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j7/j700t-development
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j7/samsung-galaxy-j7-prime--j7-on-nxt-exynos7870
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j7/samsung-galaxy-j7-nxt--j701f-core-nxt-exynos-7870
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...-2016-exynos-7870-guides-development-and-mods
I let you learn more there
RaiZProduction said:
Hi,
First , your warranty will be voided if you root your phone , even if you unroot it after.
Secondly , I don't advice the Kingoroot usage on your phone ,the best way is to unlock your bootloader and use TWRP (or another custom recovery) to flash magisk or SuperSU.
Those root manager are way more complete and you know what they are doing to your data .
Get your codename with this app:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.redphx.deviceid
And select the good section between the four ones there :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j7/j700t-development
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j7/samsung-galaxy-j7-prime--j7-on-nxt-exynos7870
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j7/samsung-galaxy-j7-nxt--j701f-core-nxt-exynos-7870
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...-2016-exynos-7870-guides-development-and-mods
I let you learn more there
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Can i directly install twrp using odin and then flash magisk or supersu ,without unlocking bootloader?
Piyushsks2605 said:
Can i directly install twrp using odin and then flash magisk or supersu ,without unlocking bootloader?
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Even Odin would require unlocked bootloader. You can directly boot on TWRP without installing it and install SuperSu from it. But everything would require unlocked bootloader and voiding warranty.
TechieComputers said:
Even Odin would require unlocked bootloader. You can directly boot on TWRP without installing it and install SuperSu from it. But everything would require unlocked bootloader and voiding warranty.
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Can you give me instructions on how to unlock bootloader for my device?
Piyushsks2605 said:
Can you give me instructions on how to unlock bootloader for my device?
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If you want to install TWRP follow this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...overy-twrp-3-1-1-1-samsung-galaxy-j7-t3710048
For other stuff have a look at device specific forum. In your case you can look at: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j7-2017/development
I have a Smasung S9 Plus SM-g965F with Exynos on android 10, I would need to get root but I would like to avoid to install TWRP recovery, can I do it with the stock recovery?
Thanks.
light767 said:
I have a Smasung S9 Plus SM-g965F with Exynos on android 10, I would need to get root but I would like to avoid to install TWRP recovery, can I do it with the stock recovery?
Thanks.
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you can't use stock recovery you will need twrp
If you want to install magisk without twrp use the patch method
I have tried kingroot with no success it get stuck at 1%.
If I use magisk by patching the stock rom, then when an official samsung update comes out I can do it automatically as always?
By the way how can I check if the bootloader of my phone is unlocked ?
light767 said:
I have tried kingroot with no success it get stuck at 1%.
If I use magisk by patching the stock rom, then when an official samsung update comes out I can do it automatically as always?
By the way how can I check if the bootloader of my phone is unlocked ?
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In develop section check to see if unlock option is there.
Download mode will tell you OEM state as well as KG/RMM state
If you modify your phone you won't get updates. Have to do manually.
Be aware rooting you phone will trip your knox. Won't be able to use knox related functions like secure folder,samsung pass, shealth etc.
spawnlives said:
In develop section check to see if unlock option is there.
Download mode will tell you OEM state as well as KG/RMM state
If you modify your phone you won't get updates. Have to do manually.
Be aware rooting you phone will trip your knox. Won't be able to use knox related functions like secure folder,samsung pass, shealth etc.
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ACtually I need root to try to recover some files on the internal memory with some data recovery programs...after that I don't need root anymore so maybe I could go back to full stock?
light767 said:
ACtually I need root to try to recover some files on the internal memory with some data recovery programs...after that I don't need root anymore so maybe I could go back to full stock?
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Once your modified phone knox will be tripped even when flash firmware again. There is no fix for a tripped knox.
If trying to recover lost files then using the patched method with magisk is a better option then using twrp.
I don't have much experience with recovering lost files as i have not had the need for it but i would try some non root methods first before rooting.
If you decide to root your phone you can unroot by magisk or flashing stock firmware.
Always backup your phone before doing anything.
Sadly all these program (one of the most famous is Dr. Fone) that go scanning the memory for deleted files need the privileges of root so I think that without rooting the phone it's not possible to do it anyway if I would lost the knox securty by rooting I'm not that happy too
"You may try looking into Extreme Syndicate root. It's used on the Snapdragon variants to root with a locked bootloader, so it doesn't trip Knox. I don't know if it will work on Exynos, but worth a look."
Editing doesn't work right on my phone. This won't work.