I'm trying to root a Samsung G7.
Here is some info on it:
Model: SM-G930A
Android Version: 6.0.1
Build#: MMB29M.G930AUCS4APK1
I am new to rooting and messing with phones and stuff so I've been using a lot of YouTube and xda forums to try and figure out how to root this phone.
I've tried all the one click roots from this list, https://www.xda-developers.com/best-one-click-root-2018/
After that, I started looking at tutorials on YouTube that used a computer and USB to root a phone. From there, I learned that Odin is a thing and people use it. So I tried that out, but I couldn't find the right boot.img for my specific model of phone. The thing is, I don't know what a boot.img is or if that's even what I need.
I am currently trying out this tutorial online: https://dottech.org/199442/how-to-root-samsung-galaxy-s7-sm-g930a-on-android-6-0-1-marshmallow/
I googled engboot samsung g7 (it was mentioned in the online tutorial I am currently using) and found this xda link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/engboot-s7-s7-edge-qualcomm-exynos-t3531104
Oh, and I've already setup ADB and figured out how to get into downloading mode and recovery mode.
That's where I am on my journey to rooting my Samsung G7.
I'm in need of much assistance though.
dSakeee said:
I'm trying to root a Samsung G7.
Here is some info on it:
Model: SM-G930A
Android Version: 6.0.1
Build#: MMB29M.G930AUCS4APK1
I am new to rooting and messing with phones and stuff so I've been using a lot of YouTube and xda forums to try and figure out how to root this phone.
I've tried all the one click roots from this list, https://www.xda-developers.com/best-one-click-root-2018/
After that, I started looking at tutorials on YouTube that used a computer and USB to root a phone. From there, I learned that Odin is a thing and people use it. So I tried that out, but I couldn't find the right boot.img for my specific model of phone. The thing is, I don't know what a boot.img is or if that's even what I need.
I am currently trying out this tutorial online: https://dottech.org/199442/how-to-root-samsung-galaxy-s7-sm-g930a-on-android-6-0-1-marshmallow/
I googled engboot samsung g7 (it was mentioned in the online tutorial I am currently using) and found this xda link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/engboot-s7-s7-edge-qualcomm-exynos-t3531104
Oh, and I've already setup ADB and figured out how to get into downloading mode and recovery mode.
That's where I am on my journey to rooting my Samsung G7.
I'm in need of much assistance though.
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Hi there
Simply install TWRP
And then flash magisk.zip to root your phone
Just Google it
1-how to install TWRP on s7 edge(use latest version)
2-how to flash on TWRP
Sorry I don't have time to explain them
And seeing videos will help you more
If anything goes wrong let us Know
amirizad_7436 said:
Hi there
Simply install TWRP
And then flash magisk.zip to root your phone
Just Google it
1-how to install TWRP on s7 edge(use latest version)
2-how to flash on TWRP
Sorry I don't have time to explain them
And seeing videos will help you more
If anything goes wrong let us Know
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The phone isn't a s7 edge, its just an s7, will that matter?
dSakeee said:
The phone isn't a s7 edge, its just an s7, will that matter?
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Yep of course
Sorry my mistake
Search for s7
amirizad_7436 said:
Yep of course
Sorry my mistake
Search for s7
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Okay, I googled how to install TWRP on samsung g7 and apparently I can't install it on versions of the g7 that are Snapdragon.
Only Exynos. The phone I am trying to root is Snapdragon. What should I do now?
dSakeee said:
Okay, I googled how to install TWRP on samsung g7 and apparently I can't install it on versions of the g7 that are Snapdragon.
Only Exynos. The phone I am trying to root is Snapdragon. What should I do now?
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s7/development/easyroot-unroot-t3859757
Look at here dude
amirizad_7436 said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s7/development/easyroot-unroot-t3859757
Look at here dude
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I am trying to figure out how to root the phone with that post you sent but I am sure about whether my phone needs to be oreo or nougat to work. Mine is marshmallow so will the root still work?
dSakeee said:
I am trying to figure out how to root the phone with that post you sent but I am sure about whether my phone needs to be oreo or nougat to work. Mine is marshmallow so will the root still work?
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Of course not
Upgrade your phone
Why you really didn't do this before?!
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Of course not
Upgrade your phone
Why you really didn't do this before?!
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No I haven't. I am learning everything right now.
International or US version (Samsung )?
hiitsrudd said:
International or US version (Samsung )?
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Its a H871, snapdragon, so that's US I think.
dSakeee said:
No I haven't. I am learning everything right now.
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You can upgrade your phone with odin or just upgrade it from update settings
So how are things now?
amirizad_7436 said:
You can upgrade your phone with odin or just upgrade it from update settings
So how are things now?
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I have not figured out how to update the phone.
When you say update, do you mean the Android version or the model (ex. SM-G930A)
Also, the link you sent me, is that a link to change your phones version or root the phone?
I downloaded all the files it asked me to, but in the rooting instructions it wants me to flash a .tar file that I didn't get from the downloads it linked.
dSakeee said:
I have not figured out how to update the phone.
When you say update, do you mean the Android version or the model (ex. SM-G930A)
Also, the link you sent me, is that a link to change your phones version or root the phone?
I downloaded all the files it asked me to, but in the rooting instructions it wants me to flash a .tar file that I didn't get from the downloads it linked.
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Did you extract them?!
They are zip file
BTW:the links guides you to root on Oreo Or noghat
Please if you have marshmallow don't do them at all
I warn you(it will f$#ck up your phone)
amirizad_7436 said:
Did you extract them?!
They are zip file
BTW:the links guides you to root on Oreo Or noghat
Please if you have marshmallow don't do them at all
I warn you(it will f$#ck up your phone)
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Yes, I unzipped all of them but could not find the file it was speaking of.
But my phone is running on marshmallow so I'll stop using that method.
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Hi Everyone,
Didn't see anyone post the stock firmware ODIN files for the AT&T Samsung Galaxy Alpha SM-G850A. I want to get it before I try to root my phone.
Or how can I extract it's stock ROM? After that and test, I'll upload it post a link to all.
Thanks.
Joao Lima said:
Hi Everyone,
Didn't see anyone post the stock firmware ODIN files for the AT&T Samsung Galaxy Alpha SM-G850A. I want to get it before I try to root my phone.
Or how can I extract it's stock ROM? After that and test, I'll upload it post a link to all.
Thanks.
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http://www.theandroidhow.com/2014/06/how-to-dump-backup-any-android-rom.html
Root method.
Joao Lima said:
Hi Everyone,
Didn't see anyone post the stock firmware ODIN files for the AT&T Samsung Galaxy Alpha SM-G850A. I want to get it before I try to root my phone.
Or how can I extract it's stock ROM? After that and test, I'll upload it post a link to all.
Thanks.
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Where did you find a root method for this device? So far, as I have been following, there is no known root method.
psenseny said:
Where did you find a root method for this device? So far, as I have been following, there is no known root method.
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I have tried Chimera, SRSRoot, IRoot and pretty much all there is for this phone and nothing roots it. FML
danielruiz35 said:
I have tried Chimera, SRSRoot, IRoot and pretty much all there is for this phone and nothing roots it. FML
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I think we are stuck without root...I have been hopedul, but after almost 6 months, it's time to accept the fact that we won't have root for this device.
psenseny said:
I think we are stuck without root...I have been hopedul, but after almost 6 months, it's time to accept the fact that we won't have root for this device.
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5.0.2 is available OTA for att. Downloaded last night and running well....Maybe it's rootable
psenseny said:
5.0.2 is available OTA for att. Downloaded last night and running well....Maybe it's rootable
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Can you post screenshots of lollipop?
assandryou said:
Can you post screenshots of lollipop?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60137026&postcount=24
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60155256&postcount=44
Hello Guy's, anyone could help me with step-by-step guide how to root my Galaxy s6+ edge?
Anroid Version: 6.0.1
My model number's: SM-G928F
Build Number: MMB29K.G928FXXU3BPJ3
Thanks! Take care Lads!
Revuella said:
Hello Guy's, anyone could help me with step-by-step guide how to root my Galaxy s6+ edge?
Anroid Version: 6.0.1
My model number's: SM-G928F
Build Number: MMB29K.G928FXXU3BPJ3
Thanks! Take care Lads!
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Here the guide using CF-Auto Root:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s6-edge-plus/general/guide-6-0-1-g928fxxs2bpd2-t3371526
dcastro172 said:
Here the guide using CF-Auto Root:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s6-edge-plus/general/guide-6-0-1-g928fxxs2bpd2-t3371526
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Thanks, but my firmware is diffrent, its G928FXXU3BPJ3, not G928FXXS2BPD2
Revuella said:
Thanks, but my firmware is diffrent, its G928FXXU3BPJ3, not G928FXXS2BPD2
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Looks at https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/ for your specific firmware, if there's no, maybe you flash the PD2 firmware on you phone, It's same device, right? Only build date change.
dcastro172 said:
Looks at https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/ for your specific firmware, if there's no, maybe you flash the PD2 firmware on you phone, It's same device, right? Only build date change.
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There's no firmware for my number, and yes its same device but i wont be taking any chances, 'MAYBE' to brick my phone
Revuella said:
There's no firmware for my number, and yes its same device but i wont be taking any chances, 'MAYBE' to brick my phone
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Flashing a old or new firmware build on your phone, no chances of brick, unless your computer catches fire in the process.
There's TWRP for your phone in the reserved XDA forum? Flash it using Odin and flash SuperSU system-less. CF-Auto Root does it, flash a patched custom recovery and flash root package.
dcastro172 said:
Flashing a old or new firmware build on your phone, no chances of brick, unless your computer catches fire in the process.
There's TWRP for your phone in the reserved XDA forum? Flash it using Odin and flash SuperSU system-less. CF-Auto Root does it, flash a patched custom recovery and flash root package.
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Well, to be honest im new to all of this ROOT'ing (on my own), so im just trying to make sure that i wont kill my phone, so no hard feelings Mate. Anyway, in that case - should i just follow instructions from this thread? http://forum.xda-developers.com/s6-edge-plus/general/guide-6-0-1-g928fxxs2bpd2-t3371526
Revuella said:
Well, to be honest im new to all of this ROOT'ing (on my own), so im just trying to make sure that i wont kill my phone, so no hard feelings Mate. Anyway, in that case - should i just follow instructions from this thread? http://forum.xda-developers.com/s6-edge-plus/general/guide-6-0-1-g928fxxs2bpd2-t3371526
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Using Odin in default ways won't will kill your phone, UNLESS you do it in wrong way.
Read here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/s6-...ecovery-official-twrp-galaxy-s6-edge-t3354492
Do all steps in this thread, then install SuperSU zip package using TWRP.
Here just for reference: http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4-plus/how-to/root-systemless-rooting-supersu-2-74-2-t3405772
Jump to number 5-8 step and please, don't put fire on your phone.
dcastro172 said:
Using Odin in default ways won't will kill your phone, UNLESS you do it in wrong way.
Read here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/s6-...ecovery-official-twrp-galaxy-s6-edge-t3354492
Do all steps in this thread, then install SuperSU zip package using TWRP.
Here just for reference: http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g4-plus/how-to/root-systemless-rooting-supersu-2-74-2-t3405772
Jump to number 5-8 step and please, don't put fire on your phone.
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So many informations at once for my newbie brain that im confused now
Revuella said:
So many informations at once for my newbie brain that im confused now
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Just do it, 15min and you have a burned rooted phone.
I.had.rooted my galaxy 6 but after i had done a hard reset to try and delete all my extra trash files and now i.cant.download any apk apps can someone help please
Need Root for Samsung SM-J120ZN to install X-Privacy.
Android Version 5.1.1
Build: LMY47X.J120ZNDVU1APK1
Looked through automated software suggested in this forum but they do not still have solution for this mobile.
This mobile is to be used for community work (not-for-profit).
Thanks in advance.
gm88 said:
Need Root for Samsung SM-J120ZN to install X-Privacy.
Android Version 5.1.1
Build: LMY47X.J120ZNDVU1APK1
Looked through automated software suggested in this forum but they do not still have solution for this mobile.
This mobile is to be used for community work (not-for-profit).
Thanks in advance.
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go to https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/ and download the right recovery file for your model and write it using odin... if you interested in this kind of rooting method ask me for further instruction
eyobaaa said:
go to (CF-Auto-Root link provided) and download the right recovery file for your model and write it using odin... if you interested in this kind of rooting method ask me for further instruction
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Thanks for taking the time to respond.
Have already looked at link before posting this question and relevant model (SM-J120ZN) wasn't listed. Checked again just now, to make sure and found not listed.
gm88 said:
Thanks for taking the time to respond.
Have already looked at link before posting this question and relevant model (SM-J120ZN) wasn't listed. Checked again just now, to make sure and found not listed.
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Okay if your devices isn't listed there just download the proper twrp recovery for your device and flash BETA-SuperSU-v2.74-2-20160519174328 zip file from the twrp recovery. check these link for twrp https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...overy-twrp-3-0-2-0-samsung-galaxy-j1-t3444010
eyobaaa said:
Okay if your devices isn't listed there just download the proper twrp recovery for your device and flash BETA-SuperSU-v2.74-2-20160519174328 zip file from the twrp recovery. check these link for twrp https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...overy-twrp-3-0-2-0-samsung-galaxy-j1-t3444010
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Thanks for your suggestion.
Did look up twrp recovery for SM-j120zn all over internet but unable to find one. The one in the link above is for a different model/build (SM-j120F)
gm88 said:
Thanks for your suggestion.
Did look up twrp recovery for SM-j120zn all over internet but unable to find one. The one in the link above is for a different model/build (SM-j120F)
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SM-j120F will work for your model too just only check the first letter j120 the last extension (F,zn,etc..) mostly are not significant when we talk about custom recovery because those extension just tell's which network carrier handle that device so go head and check it your phone will not bricks........ if it stack on sumsung logo you can write the stock recovery via odin
eyobaaa said:
SM-j120F will work for your model too just only check the first letter j120 the last extension (F,zn,etc..) mostly are not significant when we talk about custom recovery because those extension just tell's which network carrier handle that device so go head and check it your phone will not bricks........ if it stack on sumsung logo you can write the stock recovery via odin
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Thank you so much for your clear and systematic instructions and your patience. Did as you suggested today and it did not brick the phone. After this step, managed to work through the other steps (flash SuperSu and Xposed framework for Samsung) and installed Xprivacy just now.
Just one last question-Have flashed SuperSu v 2.79. Would it have been better to flash BETA-SuperSU-v2.74-2 as you suggested in your post above?
gm88 said:
Thank you so much for your clear and systematic instructions and your patience. Did as you suggested today and it did not brick the phone. After this step, managed to work through the other steps (flash SuperSu and Xposed framework for Samsung) and installed Xprivacy just now.
Just one last question-Have flashed SuperSu v 2.79. Would it have been better to flash BETA-SuperSU-v2.74-2 as you suggested in your post above?
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It's better to flash the latest version of SuperSU because it add new exploit for new phones model... if the root is success with v2.74 no need to looking for the beta version which is the last one but if rooting is not success download the latest version of SuperSu the one with BETA prefix.... Enjoy your rooted devices bro :good: :good:
thanks
i have the same phone as you so this helped me a lot
Yes it works on
Samsung SM-J120ZN
Thanks very much.
Hey Guys,
we always need to install custom recoveryes installed in order to install custom stuff on our device but it is always so critical and time consuming for many of the users. so what is the solution for this????
therefore I brings a tool for you that will automatically install STOCK/TWRP recovery on both MOTO G5 AND G5 PLUS (BOTH )
ya you heard right both moto g5 and g5 plus
For this you will need to only hit enter sometimes..............................
Steps-
1)Install Motorola Device Drivers
2)Download the zip and extract it
3)Run AIO FLASHER.BAT
4)Choose a option and start flashing.........
DOWNLOAD LINK https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bx...=sharing&resourcekey=0-t7de_xKq7sE19hNnwTozrQ
Kekarot said:
Hey Guys,
we always need to install custom recoveryes installed in order to install custom stuff on our device but it is always so critical and time consuming for many of the users. so what is the solution for this????
therefore I brings a tool for you that will automatically install STOCK/TWRP recovery on both MOTO G5 AND G5 PLUS (BOTH )
ya you heard right both moto g5 and g5 plus
For this you will need to only hit enter sometimes..............................
Steps-
1)Install Motorola Device Drivers
2)Download the zip and extract it
3)Run AIO FLASHER.BAT
4)Choose a option and start flashing.........
DOWNLOAD LINK https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxGTCOmL4TTvMkdLdlE0enphVkE/view?usp=drivesdk
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Plz make rooting tool also
princesumanth said:
Plz make rooting tool also
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Bro for rooting you just need to flash magstic.zip file through twrp
Kekarot said:
Bro for rooting you just need to flash magstic.zip file through twrp
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I will also upload leteast zip here tomorrow
Kekarot said:
I will also upload leteast zip here tomorrow
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Wow thx bro but there is another file to flash with magesk zip to fix boot loop what about that?
princesumanth said:
Wow thx bro but there is another file to flash with magesk zip to fix boot loop what about that?
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Oh its lazy flasher I will upload it also but you can also disable DM verify update from twrp to avoid bootloop
Especially for people who can't type "fastboot flash recovery twrp***.img". ??
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and the password is?
ferxx17 said:
and the password is?
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I am very sorry for this I really forgotten to give password thanks for pointing out my mistake
And the password is - [email protected]
smitharro said:
Especially for people who can't type "fastboot flash recovery twrp***.img". ??
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Not actually only that some people like me always brick their device while trying something new sometimes it happen 3-4 times a day so this tool comes very handy..
And also stock recoverys aren't available online separately so you get rid of downloading 1.4+1.4 GB files over internet only for getting ota updates
Kekarot said:
I am very sorry for this I really forgotten to give password thanks for pointing out my mistake
And the password is - [email protected]
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Its saying invalid password
princesumanth said:
Its saying invalid password
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Only one min bro I have reuploaded it because it was showing some errors I will give link in 1 min
Kekarot said:
Only one min bro I have reuploaded it because it was showing some errors I will give link in 1 min
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Bro its opened its ok plz update this with rooting and bootlooping fix:fingers-crossed:
princesumanth said:
Bro its opened its ok plz update this with rooting and bootlooping fix:fingers-crossed:
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Do you mean magiks and lazy flasher zips?
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Do you mean magiks and lazy flasher zips?
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Yeah
Kekarot said:
Not actually only that some people like me always brick their device while trying something new sometimes it happen 3-4 times a day so this tool comes very handy..
And also stock recoverys aren't available online separately so you get rid of downloading 1.4+1.4 GB files over internet only for getting ota updates
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Sorry, no offense. I just don't like to be spoon fed. Someone might give me the 'wrong food' and then my phone is bricked. I like to be in control of what I'm doing. That's why I have most ADB and fastboot commands in my head to be easily typed in the console! Fastboot is such a relief for me compared to the old days, when I was forced to use Windows to be able to use Odin for my Samsung Galaxy Mini... (which was running on CM6!).
And about stock recoveries: they are only usable for stock roms! I always make sure that I have a working stock rom as a 'backup'. If, for some reason, I have to go back to stock (that'll be always temporary), I usually leave out the command 'fastboot flash recovery recovery.img' to retain TWRP.
But yeah, there are always people that just root their stock rom and don't use a custom rom. And then they are surprised that their stock OTA won't install...
For me, stock roms are always outdated and very limited in use...
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smitharro said:
Sorry, no offense. I just don't like to be spoon fed. Someone might give me the 'wrong food' and then my phone is bricked. I like to be in control of what I'm doing. That's why I have most ADB and fastboot commands in my head to be easily typed in the console! Fastboot is such a relief for me compared to the old days, when I was forced to use Windows to be able to use Odin for my Samsung Galaxy Mini... (which was running on CM6!).
And about stock recoveries: they are only usable for stock roms! I always make sure that I have a working stock rom as a 'backup'. If, for some reason, I have to go back to stock (that'll be always temporary), I usually leave out the command 'fastboot flash recovery recovery.img' to retain TWRP.
But yeah, there are always people that just root their stock rom and don't use a custom rom. And then they are surprised that their stock OTA won't install...
For me, stock roms are always outdated and very limited in use...
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Either if someone is spoonfeeds you it is your duty to always check what he is feeding you it didn't harm your device.
And talking about the custom roms and stock ROMs in many cases people trust stock ROMs so they don't face any hessale in emergency( like network drop,GPS problems) and also they want root previlages in stock ROM to use some stuff.
But when the updates for stock ROMs arrived many users even don't know why they are unable to update so I made this stock recovery flasher for those people who always love updated stock ROM with root access
And talking about custom ROM for moto these are not much differ from stock (like xiaomi phones) so many people use stock ROMs with moto. And also we can get 70 % of custom ROM features with apps having root so it doesn't make a difference
Kekarot said:
Either if someone is spoonfeeds you it is your duty to always check what he is feeding you it didn't harm your device.
And talking about the custom roms and stock ROMs in many cases people trust stock ROMs so they don't face any hessale in emergency( like network drop,GPS problems) and also they want root previlages in stock ROM to use some stuff.
But when the updates for stock ROMs arrived many users even don't know why they are unable to update so I made this stock recovery flasher for those people who always love updated stock ROM with root access
And talking about custom ROM for moto these are not much differ from stock (like xiaomi phones) so many people use stock ROMs with moto. And also we can get 70 % of custom ROM features with apps having root so it doesn't make a difference
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Yes, you're right there's an 'audience' for this! So your scripts are useful for a lot of people.
I've always been a strange guy: I don't like upgraded but always outdated roms (Android 7.0 vs Android 7.1.2 and security patch level from 1st of January vs 5th of may).
Since there's CyanogenMod/LineageOS I've been using that, with the occasional escapade to the Resurrection Remix, AOKP, and Vanir. Last rom on my previous device was Invicta by @Silesh.Nair / @double_facepalm. Unfortunately not available for the G5 Plus...
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smitharro said:
Especially for people who can't type "fastboot flash recovery twrp***.img".
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Yeah right... Well Said
sagar27691 said:
Yeah right... Well Said
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OK I think the thread should be deleted now
I have done my research on xda and Google about my phone version not having access to root yet; and I would like to know the opinion of users of my same phone model: SM-A526U; What benefits can i find if i install magisk?
can i use the magisk modules without being rooted?
thank you for reading my post and thank you in advance if you respond
EdAmsterdam said:
I have done my research on xda and Google about my phone version not having access to root yet; and I would like to know the opinion of users of my same phone model: SM-A526U; What benefits can i find if i install magisk?
can i use the magisk modules without being rooted?
thank you for reading my post and thank you in advance if you respond
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you will needmagisk to root,if and when its available unless a twrp is available, but without root its useless
gav83collins said:
you will needmagisk to root,if and when its available unless a twrp is available, but without root its useless
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thank you gav83collins for you fast response.... I'll keep waiting until there's root for my SM-A526u
is it the same for the aio-adb-tool?
do i need to have root to use that?
i would love to take out some of the bloatware and that tool seems very nice
EdAmsterdam said:
is it the same for the aio-adb-tool?
do i need to have root to use that?
i would love to take out some of the bloatware and that tool seems very nice
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you dont need root for that no, for most of the current features except pulling a logact
gav83collins said:
you dont need root for that no, for most of the current features except pulling a logact
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great.... thank you again
i will try and play with that tool until there is SU access
EdAmsterdam said:
I have done my research on xda and Google about my phone version not having access to root yet; and I would like to know the opinion of users of my same phone model: SM-A526U; What benefits can i find if i install magisk?
can i use the magisk modules without being rooted?
thank you for reading my post and thank you in advance if you respond
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Have you tried Odin to do the flashing? While not the same device, I have rooted my SM-A526B without TWRP by patching the boot image with Magisk and then copying over the patched boot.img file to a computer, then finally flashed it over using Odin.
I have played with TWRP and Odin in the past with other phones; But I don't feel comfortable experimenting with this phone since it's my only source of work right know. After the process is proved ok by other people with the exact same model as mine, I can't risk experimenting like I have done other times.
daft plonker said:
Have you tried Odin to do the flashing? While not the same device, I have rooted my SM-A526B without TWRP by patching the boot image with Magisk and then copying over the patched boot.img file to a computer, then finally flashed it over using Odin.
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This won't work on Samsung "U" variant phones because of their locked bootloader. Once you modify boot.img with Magisk, the phone will automatically detect it as custom firmware and it won't allow it to be flashed because of locked BL.
ShaDisNX255 said:
This won't work on Samsung "U" variant phones because of their locked bootloader. Once you modify boot.img with Magisk, the phone will automatically detect it as custom firmware and it won't allow it to be flashed because of locked BL.
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That makes sense. Sorry didn't know their bootloader was permanently locked
ShaDisNX255 said:
This won't work on Samsung "U" variant phones because of their locked bootloader. Once you modify boot.img with Magisk, the phone will automatically detect it as custom firmware and it won't allow it to be flashed because of locked BL.
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daft plonker said:
That makes sense. Sorry didn't know their bootloader was permanently locked
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I also didn't knew that was the reason.... thank you