Is It Possible To "Unroot" An Android Phone? - Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I'm giving a Samsung Galaxy S4 phone to my friend for her daughter to use via Wifi only. There is no SIM card or provider for the phone,but it is rooted.
Is there a way to "unroot" the phone???
Chrome is not working, along with a few of the account settings.
Any helpful information would be much appreciated!! :laugh:
Thank you,
Scorpio2177

Scorpio2177 said:
I'm giving a Samsung Galaxy S4 phone to my friend for her daughter to use via Wifi only. There is no SIM card or provider for the phone,but it is rooted.
Is there a way to "unroot" the phone???
Chrome is not working, along with a few of the account settings.
Any helpful information would be much appreciated!! :laugh:
Thank you,
Scorpio2177
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Unrooting is fairly simple
but unrooting doesn't restore original settings or reinstall original apps
likely need to flash stock firmware
see the S4 forums for exact steps
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2339341
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Thank you so very much

Scorpio2177 said:
Thank you so very much
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Most phones have a stock uploaded somewhere, depending on your carrier

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[Q] Clearing Notifications

Hi All, hopefully someone can help. I've just updated my S3 to 4.1.2 and I've now noticed that the 'clear' button in the notification pane is gone. Also can't swipe away notifications now. I've searched google and XDA but can't find any answer, good or bad to tell me if there is a cure for this. The fact that there is a lack of complaints about it makes me think that everybody else is okay with it and I'm just whinging or everybody else has a clear button still, and mine has gone AWOL. Oh, I'm UnRooted by the way, but as soon as my warranty runs out, I'll be rooting it faster than a Rat up a drainpipe!
Okay, I have just discovered that I do have some notifications that I can clear. But others (notably Words with friends)
says in the bar above it 'ongoing' and you cant clear it without playing the games. Any Idea's?
Thanks for any help.
JaybeeOz
I would try out some of the steps listed Here
master5hake said:
I would try out some of the steps listed Here
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Thanks, but all those option refer to a rooted handset. As stated, mine is not...yet.
This has only occured after the update to 4.1.2.
not rooting because of warranty is a bad reason because it's easily reversible
Glebun said:
not rooting because of warranty is a bad reason because it's easily reversible
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True. Flashing a stock ROM will unroot any device.
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Jaybeeoz said:
Thanks, but all those option refer to a rooted handset. As stated, mine is not...yet.
This has only occured after the update to 4.1.2.
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Just boot into Recovery Mode and do a factory reset.
Reboot your phone!
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Root Success on the i527

Super big thanks to kmt5150!!!!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=46581726
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That is great news for the i527 owners and now they can have the freedom of a rooted phone..and awesome work on it kmt5150. :good:
starmaster10 said:
That is great news for the i527 owners and now they can have the freedom of a rooted phone..and awesome work on it kmt5150. :good:
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I've had my mega rooted for a couple days . I'm happy but really looking forward to putting sum custom roms on it now.
any news on I-527 getting its own thread yet?
others thought once was rooted, it might be easier to get
jdubb709 said:
I've had my mega rooted for a couple days . I'm happy but really looking forward to putting sum custom roms on it now.
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Hey hey hey look who it is ha.. Sup capt
2SHAYNE
Now that we have root does anyone have a native Wi-Fi tether solution? Please help.
I'm Looking for the Best ROMs Now That I Am Rooted!
jdubb709 said:
I've had my mega rooted for a couple days . I'm happy but really looking forward to putting sum custom roms on it now.
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Any suggestions on a new custom ROM for my baby? I used Beanstalk on My Note 2. Thanks for your advice!
Noobi
Cthater said:
Now that we have root does anyone have a native Wi-Fi tether solution? Please help.
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Look for mobile hotspot app in the play store... has a little green alien under a green wifi sign...
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d....mobilehotspot
jzsidebott said:
Look for mobile hotspot app in the play store... has a little green alien under a green wifi sign...
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d....mobilehotspot
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Doesn't work with my I527!
I get "Mobile data not available or invalid SIM"
jzsidebott said:
Look for mobile hotspot app in the play store... has a little green alien under a green wifi sign...
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d....mobilehotspot
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Works perfect. Still get that little pop up that settings has stopped but it bypasses it. Thanks.
Cthater said:
Works perfect. Still get that little pop up that settings has stopped but it bypasses it. Thanks.
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Are you rooted and on T-mobile?
Did you get the default.prop to edit and save?
pa49 said:
Are you rooted and on T-mobile?
Did you get the default.prop to edit and save?
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No. I'm on AT&T and no I didn't get it to save. But I just needed Wi-Fi tether so I'm happy.
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pa49 said:
Are you rooted and on T-mobile?
Did you get the default.prop to edit and save?
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And yes I'm rooted.
pa49 said:
Doesn't work with my I527!
I get "Mobile data not available or invalid SIM"
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Try freezing and unfreezing the tether setting and then run the app... that is what I did and I dont get the provisioning error
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Double post!
Cthater said:
No. I'm on AT&T and no I didn't get it to save. But I just needed Wi-Fi tether so I'm happy.
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And yes I'm rooted.
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OK, that explains why you can get the tethering, it's not being blocked by the carrier as you are already on AT&T with a data plan!
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jzsidebott said:
Try freezing and unfreezing the tether setting and then run the app... that is what I did and I dont get the provisioning error
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I527 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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Say what now? It isn't freezing!
pa49 said:
OK, that explains why you can get the tethering, it's not being blocked by the carrier as you are already on AT&T with a data plan!
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Yes but I needed root to bypass the provision. I'm a happy man now tho.
pa49 said:
OK, that explains why you can get the tethering, it's not being blocked by the carrier as you are already on AT&T with a data plan!
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Say what now? It isn't freezing!
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use titanium backup, look for tetheringProvision. you will want to freeze that and then use the hotspot app from this link, https://play.google.com/store/apps/d....mobilehotspot It will give you a notification that the native tethering has stopped, but should still work with the application
jzsidebott said:
use titanium backup, look for tetheringProvision. you will want to freeze that and then use the hotspot app from this link, https://play.google.com/store/apps/d....mobilehotspot It will give you a notification that the native tethering has stopped, but should still work with the application
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Many thanks, you are 100% correct. Let's see if T-mobile detect it!
pa49 said:
Many thanks, you are 100% correct. Let's see if T-mobile detect it!
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Never a problem, sorry it took so long to reply.
oh nuts while doing odin install boot.img from vcroot- v2 screwed up my samsung galaxy mega(sprint usa) version i should have clicked on pda instead of bootloader and it only boots to stuck "samsung" logo right after the "samsung galaxy mega" i tried factory reset/wipe data still the same hmm....tried flashing back the stock kernel same thing

[Q] Root Blu Dash Jr D140

Hello friends,
anybody sucessfully rooted the Blu Dash Jr d-140?
I've just found about Kingo Android Root and i'm wondering if it works on this guy- it's not on theirs supported list
I'm sorry if this is not the right place to post this.
flpalvares said:
Hello friends,
anybody sucessfully rooted the Blu Dash Jr d-140?
I've just found about Kingo Android Root and i'm wondering if it works on this guy- it's not on theirs supported list
I'm sorry if this is not the right place to post this.
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have you tried apps to root it?
flpalvares said:
Hello friends,
anybody sucessfully rooted the Blu Dash Jr d-140?
I've just found about Kingo Android Root and i'm wondering if it works on this guy- it's not on theirs supported list
I'm sorry if this is not the right place to post this.
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Hey i know to to root your phone!
Visit this link: unlockroot.com
Just download the unlock root program
Then plug in ur device
Then wait for it to detect
Then click root...
Finnish!!!!
Pls press thanks! If i helped!
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jack1241 said:
have you tried apps to root it?
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You can try unlockroot.com
Download the files......
Then follow the steps tht i have posted above!
Press thanks if i helped!
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Thy Boss said:
Hey i know to to root your phone!
Visit this link: unlockroot.com
Just download the unlock root program
Then plug in ur device
Then wait for it to detect
Then click root...
Finnish!!!!
Pls press thanks! If i helped!
Sent from my iPhone 5s using Tapatalk HD
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You can try unlockroot.com
Download the files......
Then follow the steps tht i have posted above!
Press thanks if i helped!
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD
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So you posted a link to an app that does not support OP's phone in the free method with only the POSSIBILITY of being able to root with the pro version. Sounds kind of scam like to me.
To the OP: I was trying to find some info on rooting your phone, and though I found stuff for the d160, didn't have any luck with the version you have yet and not sure if the method is compatible because it involves install a custom recovery and sometimes they support more than one device, but often not.
es0tericcha0s said:
So you posted a link to an app that does not support OP's phone in the free method with only the POSSIBILITY of being able to root with the pro version. Sounds kind of scam like to me.
To the OP: I was trying to find some info on rooting your phone, and though I found stuff for the d160, didn't have any luck with the version you have yet and not sure if the method is compatible because it involves install a custom recovery and sometimes they support more than one device, but often not.
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First of all it isnt an app for android its a windows application
Second there is a free on it its not only the pro one but u can use it for free!
Third its not a scam! It even works for my phone!
Thts all!
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I'm aware of the difference between a Windows app and an app for the phone, but the end result is the same: the phone is clearly not supported in the free version nor any phone that is even similiar, meaning they'd have to try the Pro version to even have a shot. Recommending paid software without letting people know just seems...inappropriate, at best. Glad it worked for your phone, but your phone and the one in question are vastly different.
es0tericcha0s said:
I'm aware of the difference between a Windows app and an app for the phone, but the end result is the same: the phone is clearly not supported in the free version nor any phone that is even similiar, meaning they'd have to try the Pro version to even have a shot. Recommending paid software without letting people know just seems...inappropriate, at best. Glad it worked for your phone, but your phone and the one in question are vastly different.
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Well its not bad to try!
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Thy Boss said:
Well its not bad to try!
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Is that so? Trying to use a root program not designed for your phone is going to do 1 of 3 things:
Nothing (hopefully)
Bricked
Or leave behind bits of coding that could prevent a proper root access app to work
Let's say it MIGHT work, well, that means the OP has a 50/50 chance of messing up his phone, to some degree, that would involve needing to reinstall the stock operating system. Not likely that the firmware is easy to find, and OP might not be comfortable with trying to fix his phone in that manner. Not odds most people care to bet on.
I think it's great that you want to help, but you should be more careful with advice you are not sure of.
es0tericcha0s said:
Is that so? Trying to use a root program not designed for your phone is going to do 1 of 3 things:
Nothing (hopefully)
Bricked
Or leave behind bits of coding that could prevent a proper root access app to work
Let's say it MIGHT work, well, that means the OP has a 50/50 chance of messing up his phone, to some degree, that would involve needing to reinstall the stock operating system. Not likely that the firmware is easy to find, and OP might not be comfortable with trying to fix his phone in that manner. Not odds most people care to bet on.
I think it's great that you want to help, but you should be more careful with advice you are not sure of.
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Fine fine fine u won! I surrender bcuz i have a problem my self on my phone!
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flpalvares said:
Hello friends,
anybody sucessfully rooted the Blu Dash Jr d-140?
I've just found about Kingo Android Root and i'm wondering if it works on this guy- it's not on theirs supported list
I'm sorry if this is not the right place to post this.
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Search for the SPREADTRUM DRIVERS AND THEN DOWNLOAD VROOT....there's also an xda thread on how to root all spreadtrum devices

Reliance jio sim for redmi note 3

How many of you able to get and activated jio sim 3 month unlimited offer according to this news http://www.indiatvnews.com/business...redmi-note-3-and-lyf-smartphones-users-340497 ?
And if you got then how ,what was the procedure ?
kindly share the ways to get and activate jio sim for redmi note 3.
Just got the SIM, they told me it'll be activated by tomorrow. Fingers crossed.
AravindhStanley said:
Just got the SIM, they told me it'll be activated by tomorrow. Fingers crossed.
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iam not getting that offer barcode on my jio app, what to do?
What I did is, I installed the My Jio app and then install all the other apps that are listed inside the Jio app. Then turn off the Internet/WiFi, open the My Jio app and then you'll see the free sim offers. Then turn on Internet to load the page.
I have a 4g sim already am i still eligible??
Thanka in advance
AravindhStanley said:
Just got the SIM, they told me it'll be activated by tomorrow. Fingers crossed.
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Which rom are you on??
ayush321 said:
Which rom are you on??
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Slim Rom
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najjurocks619 said:
I have a 4g sim already am i still eligible??
Thanka in advance
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Do you have a Jio SIM? anyway I don't think it's an issue.
AravindhStanley said:
Slim Rom
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Do you have a Jio SIM? anyway I don't think it's an issue.
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I also got jio Sim. Let's see if it active successfully.
I have also listen about this. Somebody was said that initially for activation you will require a Reliance mobile.
sent from moto g2014 with cm13
AravindhStanley said:
Btw Rom
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Do you have a Jio SIM? anyway I don't think it's an issue.
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Btw, i got the barcode and i went to lyf service center showing the barcode, they told me that we haven't received any mail regarding this, Samsung and lyf models are only supported they didn't accept it and they were shocked, many users claims that they brought the sim and one user even claimed about one reliance store worker told we just received info about redmi note 3 being supported, any idea what should i do?? Lyf Store didn't gave me the sim.
I went to a Digital Xpress Lite Store. They refused to give me a SIM too. Told me they have not received any confirmation about MI devices, only Lyf and Samsung are supported currently.
najjurocks619 said:
Btw, i got the barcode and i went to lyf service center showing the barcode, they told me that we haven't received any mail regarding this, Samsung and lyf models are only supported they didn't accept it and they were shocked, many users claims that they brought the sim and one user even claimed about one reliance store worker told we just received info about redmi note 3 being supported, any idea what should i do?? Lyf Store didn't gave me the sim.
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I don't think there's is a strategic partnership between Xiaomi and reliance and I'm quite sure that it's a bug in their app. I told the digital store employees that I have a Samsung A5 (a lie) that's it. Maybe I'm lucky they didn't check it.
i m already using it..got nd active...on rn3...
mvasim007 said:
i m already using it..got nd active...on rn3...
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Did u got preview offer&what speed u get?
mvasim007 said:
i m already using it..got nd active...on rn3...
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How did u get it?
AravindhStanley said:
I don't think there's is a strategic partnership between Xiaomi and reliance and I'm quite sure that it's a bug in their app. I told the digital store employees that I have a Samsung A5 (a lie) that's it. Maybe I'm lucky they didn't check it.
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They didn't ask you to show them the phone itself. Did you talk on the phone? What did you say when you went to them? I wanna try doing whatever you did too...
5hubh4m said:
They didn't ask you to show them the phone itself. Did you talk on the phone? What did you say when you went to them? I wanna try doing whatever you did too...
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Went to the store. Said my dad was using A5 and the code is from that a5. They just gave me the SIM
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mvasim007 said:
i m already using it..got nd active...on rn3...
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Are you using custom ROM, if yes, what's the rom and does it support VoLTE?
AravindhStanley said:
Went to the store. Said my dad was using A5 and the code is from that a5. They just gave me the SIM
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Are you using custom ROM, if yes, what's the rom and does it support VoLTE?
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Just one more question, do they ask for IMEI, cause if they do, they could use it to see if it's actually Samsung or not.
5hubh4m said:
Just one more question, do they ask for IMEI, cause if they do, they could use it to see if it's actually Samsung or not.
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No
Process to get Jio Code and Activation on Any phone.
Just generate the code using THIS guide on any phone, then go to any Reliance digital store and give them your 2 PP size photos along with Aadhar card and the bar code, don't mention anything about the phone.
If they do ask, then tell the Samsung model supported and that your family member is using it and couldn't come to store, they should give the SIM and it'll get activated in a day.
Once activated, you will get just 2 GB of data initially, then from the MyJio App you need to activate the preview offer that will give you unlimited everything for 3 months.
Hit Thanks if it helped ya!

Google FRP Bypass..

I purchased a G6 for my wife on swappa, and when i received it today i couldnt sign her into her google account. Is there a bypass for this? Ive sent the seller a message but havent received a response..
You're screwed hate to say it
Unfortunately, without the previous account log in, your phone is pretty much DOA.
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syde1020 said:
I purchased a G6 for my wife on swappa, and when i received it today i couldnt sign her into her google account. Is there a bypass for this? Ive sent the seller a message but havent received a response..
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Which version g6 do you have?
gillim74 said:
Which version g6 do you have?
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It's the T-Mobile variant.
syde1020 said:
It's the T-Mobile variant.
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Is it unlocked or rooted?
gillim74 said:
Is it unlocked or rooted?
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It's locked
syde1020 said:
It's locked
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The only thing i can think of is if you unlock it and install a custom recovery have someone with the same variant make a dummy google account flash from that backup remove the dummy account and add your wifes.im not sure if it will work 100% but thats the only thing i can think of.i have the us997 version or i would do it for you
I believe u can factory reset and then try again.
You're best bet is re-flashing the software with the LGup I think that's what its called.
There's no chance reflashing stock firmware, it's safety boot, even with root is not possible. Maybe some bypasses based on Usb OTG like some Samsung Phones could work.
Got it worked out. The original owner called me and let me sign in with his name. Added my account the deleted his. Then did a factory reset and all is well.
felipondrioxcl said:
There's no chance reflashing stock firmware, it's safety boot, even with root is not possible. Maybe some bypasses based on Usb OTG like some Samsung Phones could work.
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Ive reflashed the stock firmware on my rooted unlocked us997 variant 3 times.
gillim74 said:
Ive reflashed the stock firmware on my rooted unlocked us997 variant 3 times.
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I'm talking about bypass the google account flashing stock firmware.
Y'all are dumb, hate to say this and mean no disrespect, but there are thousands of ways to bypass it. Either way, ? you guys, no homo.
nima0003 said:
Y'all are dumb, hate to say this and mean no disrespect, but there are thousands of ways to bypass it.
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None of which are actually able to be shared without breaking a rule. Use google and that's about all that can be said.
This website doesn't support FRP as it was put there for a reason.
christopherrrg said:
None of which are actually able to be shared without breaking a rule. Use google and that's about all that can be said.
This website doesn't support FRP as it was put there for a reason.
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True, didn't know that rule existed
nima0003 said:
Y'all are dumb, hate to say this and mean no disrespect, but there are thousands of ways to bypass it.
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please make post respectful.
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i see people post frp bypasses on here everyday. never once have i seen a moderator step in and stop it
there are 100 posts over diffrent methods of bypassing why havnt they all been closed if against the rules
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i see people post frp bypasses on here everyday. never once have i seen a moderator step in and stop it
there are 100 posts over diffrent methods of bypassing why havnt they all been closed if against the rules
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please make post respectful.
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i see people post frp bypasses on here everyday. never once have i seen a moderator step in and stop it
there are 100 posts over diffrent methods of bypassing why havnt they all been closed if against the rules
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i see people post frp bypasses on here everyday. never once have i seen a moderator step in and stop it
there are 100 posts over diffrent methods of bypassing why havnt they all been closed if against the rules
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Done
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Done
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see it says ure from aroura is it in IL

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