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problem about galaxy tab a t285
Please teach, how we can:
1) root
2) unroot
3) how to unlock external sd card for APPs
Thanks
Hi,
I just purchased this tablet. I've search the web but am unable to find a method to root this device. Any pointers would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Galaxy Tab A (2016) SM-T285
venomrat said:
Hi,
I just purchased this tablet. I've search the web but am unable to find a method to root this device. Any pointers would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
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I made a similar assuming that I can still root and install custom rom on Samsung device and went ahead with the purchase of the same machine--the cheaper 8 gigs model that came with 7 of those 8 gigs already used by core files, and manufacturer apps which are basically bloatware. I didn't even bother to ask the dealer because I just figured ROOT and problem solved. Unfortunately not. After going through the usual developers sites, I am reading that new Samsung devices are distributed with the Bootloader being locked. Until there is a solution to unlock the bootloader, then I am assuming we can't do anything about this. If not, my questions is: Is there any way to reformat/reinstall or some method of getting those precious memory back? Taking up 7 of the 8 gigs is absurd.
All the apps I've installed have been moved to the external SD. However, the Internal memory still show: Apps 2.9GB, Others: 4.06GB (only showing 550MB thumbdata, DCIM 552MB) which tells me Samsung has installed bloatware that doesn't show up on the cleaning/maintenance apps available in the PlayStore. There must be something that can be done--anyone have a suggestion?
I'm facing the same problem too.
Why would Samsung had such device?
I had actually moved away from Samsung but last month bought this SM-T285 just to play games.
Only manage to keep few games and has the notification "Storage space running out some system functions may not work" permanently lighted.
typical consumer I am...
jkgtan said:
I'm facing the same problem too.
Why would Samsung had such device?
I had actually moved away from Samsung but last month bought this SM-T285 just to play games.
Only manage to keep few games and has the notification "Storage space running out some system functions may not work" permanently lighted.
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So as a typical consumer without an alternative of rooting, I decided to play their game--move the Apps to the SD card using the options in /Settings/Apps --this is the most helpful. Then also using a maintenance/ clean up app to complement Smart Manager is also helpful. Smart Booster is one I use. There are "bloatware" apps Samsung installed on the phone that you can uninstall and disable. This helps to. Using all of the above methods, I was able to retrieve an additional 1Gb back! It's a big deal when dealing with this device.
Please keep nagging Samsung about this-- We want the bootloader unlocked because by locking it up they are essentially slowing down progress--right?
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Post your queries here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/t/galaxy-tab-a
This device cannot be rooted at the moment.
All my methods have been unsuccessful so far due to the locked bootloader and Samsungs root restrictions.
However I have a customized debloated rom available.
If there is something specific you require in this rom post at the link above.
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bking43 said:
So as a typical consumer without an alternative of rooting, I decided to play their game--move the Apps to the SD card using the options in /Settings/Apps --this is the most helpful. Then also using a maintenance/ clean up app to complement Smart Manager is also helpful. Smart Booster is one I use. There are "bloatware" apps Samsung installed on the phone that you can uninstall and disable. This helps to. Using all of the above methods, I was able to retrieve an additional 1Gb back! It's a big deal when dealing with this device.
Please keep nagging Samsung about this-- We want the bootloader unlocked because by locking it up they are essentially slowing down progress--right?
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Not sure why you state this device takes up 7gb of its storage as it doesn't take anywhere near that as stock on the T280.
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Just bought SAMSUNG GALAXY S2, its an awesome device.
But i have few queries regarding it:
1} Can i format Internal Storage or Memory Card to NTfS format, i tried but i had to format it back to FAT32.
Has anyone tried this pls. hrlp me out.
'coz i have a movie in size 4.7GB, which is not being transfered to Device as FAT32, tell me ways how can i transfer it.
2} any good/recommended apps/games for this device ?
3} is rooting necessary ? & if i do rooting will it void my warranty ?
dharmil007 said:
Just bought SAMSUNG GALAXY S2, its an awesome device.
But i have few queries regarding it:
1} Can i format Internal Storage or Memory Card to NTfS format, i tried but i had to format it back to FAT32.
Has anyone tried this pls. hrlp me out.
'coz i have a movie in size 4.7GB, which is not being transfered to Device as FAT32, tell me ways how can i transfer it.
2} any good/recommended apps/games for this device ?
3} is rooting necessary ? & if i do rooting will it void my warranty ?
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1} Not sure, sorry.
2} Games; Angry birds, 9mm, cut the rope, NOVA 2, Chaos And Order Online.
2} Apps; Iris (Alpha), Voice Actions, Tiny LED Flashlight, Download All Files, Ttorrent, Archidroid, Mp3 Music Downloader PRO, Shazam.
3} Cracked Apps; Applanet, Blackmart Alpha, Pandapp, Snappz Market, Mobilism market
^ It honestly depends what you want though, Check out the top rated apps and games in the market place
3} No, it isn't necessary, but it does give you a few more features, personally I've rooted my device 3 times and I have to say, it's more trouble than it's worth. It does void your warrenty, yes, but you can un-void it (lol) by using a USB JIG (works on the old bootloader only - Android 2.3.3 (Doesn't work on 2.3.4 or 2.3.5 unless it has the old bootloader))
Agree with a post above, but I think, that rooted device is better.
Much more features than stock, especially this device and many awesome ROMs...
Personally I would keep the stock file system for the USB storage. Hit videohelp.com and get a tool to split your file if size restrictions are inhibiting. Just my opinion.
If you are around here you'll want to check out the superuser apps like root explorer, titanium backup or mybackup, BLN, and browse around for themes, apps and roms here. Get paid versions of everything if you want the proper experience.
Of course rooting will void your warranty and of course you should root your phone.
thanks everyone for replies
all of these apps/games can be downloaded through android market isnt it ??
after rooting can i get my warranty back ??
Can anyone pls tell me a good site from where i can get cracked apps/games for my device ??
& one more thing, i bought this device few hours ago & have put it on to charge but it gets heated up too much i dont know why.
can anyone tell me, it gets heated above the samsung logo near the earpiece & behind near the camera
NTFS is not supported. Work a round here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1131924
Requires root.
No one here will give you links to warez sites.
Rooting will void your warranty, but removing it is easy, so you will get your warranty back.
The overheating issue, check your firmware and update to the later ones, should solve it.
dharmil007 said:
thanks everyone for replies
all of these apps/games can be downloaded through android market isnt it ??
after rooting can i get my warranty back ??
Can anyone pls tell me a good site from where i can get cracked apps/games for my device ??
& one more thing, i bought this device few hours ago & have put it on to charge but it gets heated up too much i dont know why.
can anyone tell me, it gets heated above the samsung logo near the earpiece & behind near the camera
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1. Yes.
2. Look at my first post.
3. Look at my first post.
4. That's normal and will fade away with a few charges.
Hey one More thing
Which is good method to root my phone ???
i m Thinking of using SuperONEClick, is it good ?
will it root my phone without any problems ???
&i also want that my data shoudnt be lost !!
I am a Noob, so bear with me.
I went through many threads regarding XT530. links are
Code:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1218506&page=2
Code:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1271114
the first thread is said to be root XT530 (2.3.5 based) but the title goes for XT316(2.3.4). So i am a bit worried if thats alright or i got wrongly redirected over there. Moreover, the links for the files weren't working, so i need links for the files needed (like Google GMS pack).
the second thread says it will root the current android version, but i need to ask if that would install Google GMS services automatically or i need to download that pack externally.
PLus i need a few basic questions if anyone bother to answer:
1. I got just 19mb to 25mb as my internal memory constantly. i mean, i dont think i would get more than 35mb of internal memory even if i remove all apps installed. is it normal?
2. would i be able to shift apps to SD card after rooting?
3. can i overclock my phone? and if yes, what is the maximum limit?
No ine bothers to put down a single dmn answer? :\
Sent from my XT530 using XDA App
clotveins said:
I am a Noob, so bear with me.
I went through many threads regarding XT530. links are
Code:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1218506&page=2
Code:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1271114
the first thread is said to be root XT530 (2.3.5 based) but the title goes for XT316(2.3.4). So i am a bit worried if thats alright or i got wrongly redirected over there. Moreover, the links for the files weren't working, so i need links for the files needed (like Google GMS pack).
the second thread says it will root the current android version, but i need to ask if that would install Google GMS services automatically or i need to download that pack externally.
PLus i need a few basic questions if anyone bother to answer:
1. I got just 19mb to 25mb as my internal memory constantly. i mean, i dont think i would get more than 35mb of internal memory even if i remove all apps installed. is it normal?
2. would i be able to shift apps to SD card after rooting?
3. can i overclock my phone? and if yes, what is the maximum limit?
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Hello,
I know for a fact that both uper mentioned links worked fine, but i rooted my XT530 phone using the second one.
1. It is normal 19 to 25 MB of memory if u have installed a few apps, that is becouse you have preinstalled lot of useless junk which you cannot uninstall even if you have rooted your phone. I'm hoping that cianogenmod (or some other custom rom) will soon be available for XT530, so we would be able to uninstall things we don't need.
2. You can shift apps to SD even without rooting your phone, but the trick is that most preinstalled apps cannot be shifted or uninstalled.
3. After rooting I wasn't able to overclock my phone, and I tried every cpu-tuning app available on the matrket. Again we will have to wait for some custom rom.
Hope this helps a bit.
first thanks a lot for replying.
Can you give me a good reason to root my phone if i cant do anything in the casE?
Hey devs I purchased a car tab from China and I have borderline bricked it. I bought the Erisin ES7835US (ES7835A I believe) which has android 4.04 installed. I hit the reset button and I believe I've erased the additional firmware included. I am able to boot, but it asks me to calibrate and start setting up the tablet as if its my first time using it.
I then notice quickly that I cannot install any apps from Google play, it tells me I don't have enough space. Funny thing is when I go to settings/storage my internal SD card shows all green (full) even though I haven't installed any apps.
My internal SD card is recognized by my computer and I can add and take stuff off of it. Its like android is not reading any space to install apps.
It has ANDROID SYSTEM RECOVERY <3e> and I don't see cwm or twrp available for my device.
Is there anything I can do? Repartition my card? Flash a custom recovery? Please help!! I'm taking all responses and suggestions and I'm very computer savvy, I flash pacman ROM 4.3 for my note 2 daily. Please don't be afraid to reach out and help me...I WILL donate $10 via Paypal to whoever helps me with this.
Sent from my SPH-L900 using xda app-developers app
You ever get this figured out? I posted links (search my screen name) to multiple Erisin ROM's, now I'm just hoping to find a Dev (preferebly in the Seattle area) who can help me install the 7835 software onto my 7035, or at least root it and help me make it somewhat faster, less buggy, etc.
Bump since you're still an active user on this forum. I've posted links on the end of this thread of the firmware you needed - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1119778
Hello everyone.
I am very new to all of this so I figured I ask first before I accidentally do some stupid things to my phone.
I was thinking of rooting the phone since a while because of the constant storage issues. It was advertised as a 4gb model but since it is my first smartphone of the newer generations I haven't thought of it having only a couple of megabytes storage left after all the system files and bloatware. Now I am regretting not buying an 8gb dual model.
At first it was somewhat manageable, but now after the 6.0.1 update I can barely somehow hold my everyday social media apps updated, let alone be able to have any utility apps or games installed, despite having a 16gb sd card. Since the phone requires some files to be installed on the device itself it makes it rather unusable. I have now come to a point where I cannot install a new very needed app because of storage insufficiency so I came to search for help on how to remove all these useless preinstalled apps.
I searched a bit trough the forum but all these apps and roms... are confusing me. As I don't which of those I would need just to get rid of the bloatware. I don't really need any other changes to my phone. Just something that makes me able to remove the bloatware and has the least amount of risk bricking my phone.
What would I need to do to be able to remove the unwanted apps? Just the root? Some app after that? Or a new rom?
And if you could point me in a direction of a detailed or low risk guide I'd be grateful.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
emaciop
You have several solutions but of course, root is the best way to be able to to the more.
A lot of solutions need your phone to be rooted.
But it is not so simple to do, look at the different tuto on this forum.
Hi, I've recently took a chance on a well priced midrange smartphone from Cubot, namely the X30 with 8gb ram 256gb rom and stock Android 10.. or so it seems.
The only app installed that wasn't a Google app is an app called Wireless Update, which connects with com.adups.fota. After some research I found many articles from 2017 saying that this update app is actually malware which could do a whole manner of nefarious things without the users knowledge or permission.
According to Cubot it's just the app that they use to push OTA to devices.
I've been using the phone for a few days now and haven't had any problems *yet* but I'm very wary about adding my banking apps etc.
I've scanned with Malwarebytes which shows no problems, but I've read elsewhere that because it's a system app, av products overlook it..?
Does anybody know or have experience that can help me please? Should I/could I return the phone on the grounds that it's infected? The Wireless Update app is apparently on many lesser known devices, do do you own one? Is this a threat, or is it largely overblown?
I've currently got the app 'frozen' through the screen time limiting function on Android 10 (it's allowed zero seconds per day) and I've restricted its permissions too.
Would appreciate any help please people ?
Thanks
RedHammer99 said:
Hi, I've recently took a chance on a well priced midrange smartphone from Cubot, namely the X30 with 8gb ram 256gb rom and stock Android 10.. or so it seems.
The only app installed that wasn't a Google app is an app called Wireless Update, which connects with com.adups.fota. After some research I found many articles from 2017 saying that this update app is actually malware which could do a whole manner of nefarious things without the users knowledge or permission.
According to Cubot it's just the app that they use to push OTA to devices.
I've been using the phone for a few days now and haven't had any problems *yet* but I'm very wary about adding my banking apps etc.
I've scanned with Malwarebytes which shows no problems, but I've read elsewhere that because it's a system app, av products overlook it..?
Does anybody know or have experience that can help me please? Should I/could I return the phone on the grounds that it's infected? The Wireless Update app is apparently on many lesser known devices, do do you own one? Is this a threat, or is it largely overblown?
I've currently got the app 'frozen' through the screen time limiting function on Android 10 (it's allowed zero seconds per day) and I've restricted its permissions too.
Would appreciate any help please people ?
Thanks
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Hello man,
I' bought the 6/128 GB version instead of 8/256 GB 'cause I prefer to stock data in a Micro SD.
Anyway... At the moment, I've no info related to possible malware in the system, using Malwarebytes like u.
Just to inform u:
* TWRP recovery for Cubot X30 is already available (unofficial) BUT IT CANNOT MOUNT SYSTEM (so, no flash, no backup...)
* ROOT is already available for Cubot X30, u need simply to unlock bootloader and flash Magisk patched BOOT.IMG
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PYCON said:
Hello man,
I' bought the 6/128 GB version instead of 8/256 GB 'cause I prefer to stock data in a Micro SD.
Anyway... At the moment, I've no info related to possible malware in the system, using Malwarebytes like u.
Just to inform u:
* TWRP recovery for Cubot X30 is already available (unofficial) BUT IT CANNOT MOUNT SYSTEM (so, no flash, no backup...)
* ROOT is already available for Cubot X30, u need simply to unlock bootloader and flash Magisk patched BOOT.IMG
:good:
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Thanks for the info. I've been slowly (they've taken 12 days to reply) talking with Malwarebytes Antimalware through email about this. Here's their most recent reply.
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"Derek (Support)
Nov 13, 2020, 10:15 PST
Hello,
My name is Derek. I will be helping you with your ticket # 3252842.
We have seen an increase in Android devices coming with pre-installed malware. For additional information on this malware, please refer to our blog post provided below.
blog.malwarebytes com/cybercrime/2019/01/the-new-landscape-of-preinstalled-mobile-malware-malicious-code-within/
Due to the security within the Android OS by default system apps can not be removed by 3rd party apps including Malwarebytes.
I have provided some methods of removing or disabling system malware below:
- Disable the app – Can be done via Android Settings -> Apps -> bad app -> Force stop/disable or through adb command line. Which can be found on our forum at the link below.
This will prevent the app and any associated services from running.
//forums.malwarebytes com/topic/216616-removal-instructions-for-adups/?tab=comments#comment-1190826
Note: Proceed at your own risk! I, nor Malwarebytes, can guarantee this will not damage your mobile device. Uninstalling system apps have the potential to permanently damage your device, rendering it unusable.
- Root your device and uninstall the malicious apps. Usually reserved for advanced users. I can't recommend rooting because of the potential for damaging phone, and doing so is at your own risk.
- Install different, trusted, ROM to replace the infected one. Usually reserved for advanced users, this requires your device is rooted, please do at your own risk.
- Return device where purchased.
I wish there were more options but where Android's openness and built-in security collide; openness, anyone can flash a device with a custom ROM, security, you can't uninstall system apps.
Kind regards,
Derek S. | Malwarebytes Support | support.malwarebytes.com"
I've sent them info through the app about all the installed apps etc but they seem to have just written me a generic reply, linking to an old fix for Android 6... I've asked for more info and will update their replies here
Hopefully someone from XDA will be able to help too.
P.S. I've had to remove a dot from the links they sent, as this is a new XDA account and I can't post links yet.
Wireless update, malware, bloatware.
I brought a Homtom 17 pro about 4years ago and I'm using it to send this reply, the app in question is indeed Malware as my phone came with it pre-installed, but here's the catch it doesn't kick in until either 6 or 12 months after the phone being activated and then it starts to install bloateware , e.g random apps called setting or other named apps you wouldn't look at twice and think they have always been there (popup ads), it communicates with China? Or that global area. It's been along time since I researched this so the country may differ. When I found this out I instantly installed Adguard to prevent Wireless update + some other system apps from communicating with the web and I have had no problems since. Obviously you can go down the roots Malware bytes said but you could brick your phone or root it, and many official apps nowadays don't like rooted phones. I hope this helps and sorry for the long reply.
PYCON said:
Hello man,
I' bought the 6/128 GB version instead of 8/256 GB 'cause I prefer to stock data in a Micro SD.
Anyway... At the moment, I've no info related to possible malware in the system, using Malwarebytes like u.
Just to inform u:
* TWRP recovery for Cubot X30 is already available (unofficial) BUT IT CANNOT MOUNT SYSTEM (so, no flash, no backup...)
* ROOT is already available for Cubot X30, u need simply to unlock bootloader and flash Magisk patched BOOT.IMG
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Very good to know that there is already a root method. I created an account just to ask for your help. Can you give me more details? I've tried everything.
aboy2020 said:
Very good to know that there is already a root method. I created an account just to ask for your help. Can you give me more details? I've tried everything.
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Sure, about root?
RedHammer99 said:
Thanks for the info. I've been slowly (they've taken 12 days to reply) talking with Malwarebytes Antimalware through email about this. Here's their most recent reply.
Quote
"Derek (Support)
Nov 13, 2020, 10:15 PST
Hello,
My name is Derek. I will be helping you with your ticket # 3252842.
We have seen an increase in Android devices coming with pre-installed malware. For additional information on this malware, please refer to our blog post provided below.
blog.malwarebytes com/cybercrime/2019/01/the-new-landscape-of-preinstalled-mobile-malware-malicious-code-within/
Due to the security within the Android OS by default system apps can not be removed by 3rd party apps including Malwarebytes.
I have provided some methods of removing or disabling system malware below:
- Disable the app – Can be done via Android Settings -> Apps -> bad app -> Force stop/disable or through adb command line. Which can be found on our forum at the link below.
This will prevent the app and any associated services from running.
//forums.malwarebytes com/topic/216616-removal-instructions-for-adups/?tab=comments#comment-1190826
Note: Proceed at your own risk! I, nor Malwarebytes, can guarantee this will not damage your mobile device. Uninstalling system apps have the potential to permanently damage your device, rendering it unusable.
- Root your device and uninstall the malicious apps. Usually reserved for advanced users. I can't recommend rooting because of the potential for damaging phone, and doing so is at your own risk.
- Install different, trusted, ROM to replace the infected one. Usually reserved for advanced users, this requires your device is rooted, please do at your own risk.
- Return device where purchased.
I wish there were more options but where Android's openness and built-in security collide; openness, anyone can flash a device with a custom ROM, security, you can't uninstall system apps.
Kind regards,
Derek S. | Malwarebytes Support | support.malwarebytes.com"
I've sent them info through the app about all the installed apps etc but they seem to have just written me a generic reply, linking to an old fix for Android 6... I've asked for more info and will update their replies here
Hopefully someone from XDA will be able to help too.
P.S. I've had to remove a dot from the links they sent, as this is a new XDA account and I can't post links yet.
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Thank you for this piece of information.