I've searched and searched and the only answer I've found was to disable system update service in Google Play Services which I did some time ago, but today I had to restore my wife's phone because it had downloaded and was attempting to install an update. Though I wouldn't mind an update per say I do not want to have to re-root and reinstall TWRP assuming it's even possible with the update so I'd soon not have them. Can someone please tell me how to stop this situation until I decide I actually want to update? Also any clues on how to actually update without the pain would be nice too. Thanks.
I've made a guide for this.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/general/rooting-roms/how-to-prevent-otas-immutable-dummy-t3542226
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Hey guys, I followed one of the tutorials on how to unroot your EVO 3D and bring it back to stock. Before I unrooted my phone, I kept getting a notification that an OTA update was available, specifically version 2.08.651.2 (August 18, 2011). Right now, my software number is 1.11.651.2. I want to update to the newer version, but when I go to Settings > System updates > HTC software update > Check now, it shows no updates are available. I've tried rebooting the phone and checking repeatedly. I'm kinda lost here and not sure what to do. I was wondering if the PG86IMG I downloaded to return to stock disabled OTA updates, but I highly doubt that since it's just a stock image. If I could find a download link to the updates, I could apply them manually through the bootloader. If not, I might suck it up and take my phone into Sprint and get them to see what's up and update my phone there. Either way, what do you think I should do? I want it updated though. Thanks in advance.
so u unrooted using the approved method and then tried to update to 2.3.4 via HTC but it would'nt find the update? Just wanna make sure u know that if u take this update ur only option is to root via HTC's unlocked bootloader which isn't a true unlock... secondly if that is ur desire and the stock image won't find the update then i would check ur source and make sure it's not missing something. I turned off my update check cuz once it checks and finds an update that little icon stays in ur taskbar unless u factory reset and i was waiting to root with teamwin's method so i didn't take the update. if i knew how to pull the image without updating id post it for ya...
Yes sir! I understand that updating my software to version 2.8.651.2 will prevent my phone from being rootable until somebody figures out a method to make it rootable. I have no need for rooting my phone actually. I tried out a few roms, and I would rather stick with a stock unrooted rom in case I ever need to take my phone into Sprint for service. The Sprint store where I live won't do any service to a rooted phone, so I need to be on the safe side. I went to the store today, and unfortunately the only people available at the time were sales representatives, so they were of no help. They just told me to wait and keep trying to update the phone periodically. If it doesn't show any updates within the next month, my only choices will be to either call Sprint and see if they can push the update to my phone or find an update image, transfer it to my phone, and manually update it through the bootloader. I also read on an EVO 4G thread that the phone won't update if it's missing SprintUpdater.apk. I doubt a stock rom would be missing that app though. I had the update notification when I was rooted, but I didn't download it because it would break my root, and now that I'm completely back to stock, I should get the notification. What gives? I wish Sprint would send out the updates all at once instead of in waves. Anybody wanna chime in?
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Having the same problem. But i havent tried unrooting the phone.
So, I noticed that my S4 had a new software update and I started to download it, then walked back to my desk to read what was in it and was surprised to find out that the new update would lock the bootloader (which I definitely don't want). As of now, I'm delaying INSTALLING it but because it was downloaded, it keeps bugging me to install it.
My question was am I still good to root my phone, even if it's been downloaded to my phone? Or is it likely the bootloader has already been locked and installing the update will just install the rest of the files? I assume now is probably the best time to root it (since I likely won't have the option down the road). I just wanted to check with you guys first. Let me know when you get the chance. Thanks!
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So, I noticed that my S4 had a new software update and I started to download it, then walked back to my desk to read what was in it and was surprised to find out that the new update would lock the bootloader (which I definitely don't want). As of now, I'm delaying INSTALLING it but because it was downloaded, it keeps bugging me to install it.
My question was am I still good to root my phone, even if it's been downloaded to my phone? Or is it likely the bootloader has already been locked and installing the update will just install the rest of the files? I assume now is probably the best time to root it (since I likely won't have the option down the road). I just wanted to check with you guys first. Let me know when you get the chance. Thanks!
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You can still root it if the update wasn't installed. As long as it says your on mdk and not on me7 under "about phone" in the settings you should have no problem rooting. After rooting use a app like titanium backup or my backup pro to freeze sdm and fwupgrade....in system apps.
jbrookley said:
So, I noticed that my S4 had a new software update and I started to download it, then walked back to my desk to read what was in it and was surprised to find out that the new update would lock the bootloader (which I definitely don't want). As of now, I'm delaying INSTALLING it but because it was downloaded, it keeps bugging me to install it.
My question was am I still good to root my phone, even if it's been downloaded to my phone? Or is it likely the bootloader has already been locked and installing the update will just install the rest of the files? I assume now is probably the best time to root it (since I likely won't have the option down the road). I just wanted to check with you guys first. Let me know when you get the chance. Thanks!
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If it only downloaded, and you did not install it, then you are good to root. I would delete the update.zip file from the cache to be safe though.
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Hey guys,
I was gone for a bit and came tonight in the hopes of rooting my phone finally. I was pretty disappointed when I realized that because Im on MI1 I cant really do much (I guess you could maybe flash to Me7 and then flash a rom). I had rooted my phone a while back but then with the OTA updates I had to reroot a few weeks ago. One thing I have noticed is lately my phone keeps downloading and attempting to install an update from Verizon or Samsung but then just says an error occured and nothing was done to my phone. Does anyone know what this is or how I could stop it from occuring every night? Each time it fails it asks me to set a new time to try again.
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It fails updating the software from Mi1 to mj7
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If you want to stop OTA update notifications, use Titanium Backup and freeze FWUpdate and SDM. Just remember you'll need to unfreeze them if you want to manually check for software updates.
So I have a rooted One M8 with TWRP recovery running 4.4.2. Recently an update came through for 4.4.3, to get rid of the notification I froze the updater. Now for the purpose of getting Viper One, I need 4.4.3. But when I press software updates it says 'There are no software updates avalible for your phone'. But there was prior to freezing the updater. Help me :silly:
(PS. Apologies if this thread is poorly located)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51623014&postcount=7
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51623014&postcount=7
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Hey thanks for the reply but I don't think my problem is that complicated, is there anything you could recommend? The option to update was available until I froze the updater, now it's not.
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Can anyone help?
I gave you a direct link from the rom you are trying to install that tells you what needs to be done. Not sure what else you would need. If you aren't getting prompts to update via OTA, there's 2 ways to update the firmware needed. Either via the official RUU for your phone and carrier (which probably isn't even available yet)or via a firmware package that's flashable via fastboot but you must be S-Off. Sometimes you can force the phone to check for updates by clearing the Google Services Framework, but this is not advised as it can have unintended consequences with how Google sees the phone and sends notifications and such. Plus just because there IS an available update does not mean you're next in line. Many carriers have staged roll outs and it'll get there when it gets there.
If it's too difficult for you then you either shouldn't be messing with custom roms or seek help from a qualified shop.
es0tericcha0s said:
I gave you a direct link from the rom you are trying to install that tells you what needs to be done. Not sure what else you would need. If you aren't getting prompts to update via OTA, there's 2 ways to update the firmware needed. Either via the official RUU for your phone and carrier (which probably isn't even available yet)or via a firmware package that's flashable via fastboot but you must be S-Off. Sometimes you can force the phone to check for updates by clearing the Google Services Framework, but this is not advised as it can have unintended consequences with how Google sees the phone and sends notifications and such. Plus just because there IS an available update does not mean you're next in line. Many carriers have staged roll outs and it'll get there when it gets there.
If it's too difficult for you then you either shouldn't be messing with custom roms or seek help from a qualified shop.
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Thank you, the problem did however solve it's self. It turns out OTA updates are queued and by freezing the app I had reset my position. The update is now available.
I'm going to flash a stock recovery and update the firmware.
Awhile ago i rooted for the google play store, but i am sick of all the random, stuff that keeps.coming up, and want to go back.to normal, i installed the update prevention thing, and was wondering if someone could point me to the steps for updating my kindle, preferably without a factory reset.
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Awhile ago i rooted for the google play store, but i am sick of all the random, stuff that keeps.coming up, and want to go back.to normal, i installed the update prevention thing, and was wondering if someone could point me to the steps for updating my kindle, preferably without a factory reset.
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You could use KFHDX toolkit to reenable updates and then upgrade to a higher version. but keep in mind there is no way to rollback on your own currently