OK, after lotsof reading I rooted my phone, but the question is why do we need to> Why can be all handsets rooted to begin with?
We need to root if we need wifi tethering or bt tethering and to put some more applications.
This is all available on symbian. You can install and run apps from sd card.
Please help be understand that rooting is restricted by whoever for what reasons?
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I am very interested in rooting my NC but have several questions that I cannot find answers to. Maybe you guys can help.
1. I know rooting voids the warranty. Can you restore to stock after rooting so they have no idea that you have rooted if a problem arises?
2. Can you still run BN apps after rooting? For example, I bought a Boynton book and still want to access and use it. Is that possible?
3. Does the software that I install with rooting update automatically or do I have to manually update the software every so often?
4. I have read that the Froyo option is best for NC. Is that true?
5. I am running software version 1.2.0 and my serial number begins with 2011. My model number is BNRV200. Is your Autonooter 3.0.0 for this version or is there another version?
Thanks for any and all help you can provide!!
1. Yes you can restore it to stock, have a look around for the answer. Rooting theoretically voids your warranty. Though don't think B&N can find out, at least the average shop assistant won't
2. Well if you just root your device then it will still run the Nook firmware so the only change will be that you can install non-Nook market apps and run apps as root.
Now if you go on the root of installing a custom build e.g. CM7 you can still install the Nook app--like you can do on any android device--and have your library there.
3. Nope you will most likely have to update manually.
4. Well since Nook's update 1.2 it runs Froyo natively. CM7 is based on Gingerbread, while there is also Honeycomb but that is based on an SDK... I know I must have confused you more... so better go to the Android development section and have a read.
5. I would recommend ManualNooter: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1054027
Nice reply sid
Sent from my Nexus S for Netflix but really a NC.
Thank You sibby!! So, if I root and then need to manually update the software, how do I know when an update is available? Do I just have to keep up with it? I will read the info you suggested. Thanks so much again!!
Another question. If I go with the manual root, then that isn't resetting the entire operating system (as it were) but just allowing me to install non market apps, correct? That is really all I want to do anyways.
One way to get more out of a Nook Color is to run Cyanogenmod 7 off of an SD card. This does not require rooting, does not change the stock install at all, and does not void your warranty.
Installing the latest stable CM7 version with the "Size Agnostic SD Card" method is not very difficult, although it requires a microSD card reader on your computer.
Just got a Nook Color bnrv200rb
sibyy said:
5. I would recommend ManualNooter: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1054027
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I have that same model number and was wondering if this advice still applies or if there has been a new release for auto-nooter that works with it or something. Thanks
Hi guys, I just got my Kindle Fire for xmas today. I want to root, but I've been reading the forum and see that a recent OTA update came out and there's been problems. I'm not super computer savy and I really don't want to mess it up. Do I have to wait for a new method to root? If someone wants to take a newb under their wing and tell me what roms etc I should get it would be much appreciated! Just a little overwhelmed with all the posts, not sure where to get consolidated current info.
I haven't even turned it on yet, I'm not sure if I should wait to turn it on, so that if it doesn't have the OTA update it doesn't send through as soon as I turn it on... whatever advice anyone can give would be much appreciated!
For Windows, Use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1399889
Tired that version today works wel..
I haven't turned my Kindle on yet, can I avoid all the complications by somehow keeping it from getting the OTA update when it turns on? (I'm assuming it's not running 6.2.1 yet because that just came out?) I'm afraid to turn it on and I really want to play with it so if someone can let me know that would be great!
And if anyone wants to talk me through it, my screenname is Insidious Lily on aim, I need moral support/help, lol.
Just keep WiFi off until you are done... no issues.
Okay.. I'm a little overwhelmed by all the stuff in that post but I'll do my best. I'm in that IRC chat with another newb if you want to come help us, haha.
And high five, I have a HTC incredible too.
How about current method for Mac users?
ty!
So here's what I did...
(I have a Mac running snow leopard).
I downloaded the KindleFireRootMacLinux folder referenced in the old Mac root thread. This gets adb running on the mac. Use whatever system you need to get adb running on your PC. The command adb on the PC is replaced by ./adb-mac on the Mac.
Then I used the burrito root method and pushed super user to the kindle fire. using the adb commands from terminal.
Finally, I downloaded the google apps folder, installed Googleservicesframework *FIRST* and rebooted.
Then I installled the remainder of the apps EXCEPT market.
Then I used the ES Folder program with root explorer etc enabled to copy the market.apk file to system/app and changed permissions and ran it.
Everything worked fine.
THEN I installed DroidWall to take away the internet communication capabilities of all the Amazon apps (and browser) to try and keep another stealth push from Amazon from breaking root.
Someone else will have to link to the files because I haven't posted enough to include links.
Current root is BurritoRoot http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1410223
if your particularly lazy Vashypooh's utility has been updated to use it here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1399889
I'll just join in to mention something the OP may not realize. Although I'm basically a newbie rooting the KF also, the current root method works with the new update from Amazon, so you don't have to worry about preventing the update to download. In fact, it's probably best to let it update first, otherwise you'll just have to repeat rooting it.
Anyone feel free to correct me if I have that wrong.
leebo said:
I'll just join in to mention something the OP may not realize. Although I'm basically a newbie rooting the KF also, the current root method works with the new update from Amazon, so you don't have to worry about preventing the update to download. In fact, it's probably best to let it update first, otherwise you'll just have to repeat rooting it.
Anyone feel free to correct me if I have that wrong.
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Yep, but we did discover it doesnt work with 6.0 this morning. Seems what I used wasn't fully introduced until after 6.0
Hey all,
So I've got a couple Galaxy Tabs for an elementary school. I am trying to find a way to manage custom "images" so we can quickly re-deploy for multiple functions (reader device for children, travel device for teachers, etc). If I could root the devices, I could simply create custom ROM backups with all the needed apps for each function and then simply install the needed ROM... but rooting isn't really an option for me at this point. Since these are business machines, we need to keep the warranty intact.
I'm thinking I need a way to quickly deploy app packages after a stock wipe, this way I can push all apps at once for each function. Does anyone have/know of a way I could achieve this functionality using a stock device without root access? I am currently pursuing "APK Multi-Tool", formerly "APK Manager", but have yet to determine if this requires root. Also, I think modifying the APKs is out of the scope of what I need.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Tryp
TrypWyr said:
Hey all,
So I've got a couple Galaxy Tabs for an elementary school. I am trying to find a way to manage custom "images" so we can quickly re-deploy for multiple functions (reader device for children, travel device for teachers, etc). If I could root the devices, I could simply create custom ROM backups with all the needed apps for each function and then simply install the needed ROM... but rooting isn't really an option for me at this point. Since these are business machines, we need to keep the warranty intact.
I'm thinking I need a way to quickly deploy app packages after a stock wipe, this way I can push all apps at once for each function. Does anyone have/know of a way I could achieve this functionality using a stock device without root access? I am currently pursuing "APK Multi-Tool", formerly "APK Manager", but have yet to determine if this requires root. Also, I think modifying the APKs is out of the scope of what I need.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Tryp
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App Backup & Restore doesn't use root and can backup apps to the SD card. As this isn't root, it won't backup data, but can batch back-up/restore apps.
Thanks Shakatu, I am looking into that app manager right now...
Along these lines, would anyone perhaps know of a Windows-based app manager/installer which does not require root?
Thanks for the assistance!
Hi. I'm a Noob to tinkering with my S4 and I need some advice on how to proceed. Ever since the 4.4 update, I have 2 problems:
1) I can't edit and save files on my external sd card with Kingsoft or Polaris office
2) I use CyberGhost VPN service and the update causes network connectivity problems....constantly disconnecting/reconnecting. I can switch to WiFi and it works fine, but I need to use it on the Sprint Network. Sprint says it's not them tripping the connection.
Do I need to flash back to 4.3 to get this functionality back? Or are there better ways to fix these problems? I've read one post which stated flashing back from 4.4 will brick the phone.
I have managed to successfully root the phone (confirmed by Rootchecker) and install TWRP recovery using Goomanager.
Thank you in advance for any advice.
Mark
Download Folder Mount from the play store and it will fix your SD card write errors. Its a built in feature with KitKat that wont allow 3rd party apps to write on external memory.
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So I don't want to upgrade to android 7, ever. At this point I hit "No Thanks" on the upgrade notice and then FC Motorola Update Services, but you need to do that every reboot. Kinda annoying
I want to just remove the Motorola Update Services app from my device but you need to be rooted. Is there a way to get temp su access in a terminal shell to remove the app without having to root?
If not, can someone provide a link to the guide to root Marshmellow? All I can find are a zillion guides to root Android 7, not 6
Thanks
Why won't you upgrade to 7? 6, at this point, is deprecated and insecure.
Anyways, to root MM just flash Magisk.
I wouldn't recommend staying on Marshmallow for whatever reason, but this should help you remove those apps without rooting your phone. Simple manner of how it works - it doesn't remove the app from your memory, but removes it for that particular user. Effectively, you won't save up on space, but the app will be gone.