Hi I will be recieving my Mytouch in a couple days and I was interested in rooting. I read about the different methods and the 1 click seems the most efficient. My questions are...
1: Should I root my phone right when I get it or should I download all the apps I want and transfer my contacts first?
2: Will the 1 click method be patched in the upcoming week?
3: When I root my phone will everything be deleted?
4: How can I backup EVERYTHING I have on the phone?
5: When new updates come out, how will I apply them?
Thank you.
poiulkjh said:
Hi I will be recieving my Mytouch in a couple days and I was interested in rooting. I read about the different methods and the 1 click seems the most efficient. My questions are...
1: Should I root my phone right when I get it or should I download all the apps I want and transfer my contacts first?
2: Will the 1 click method be patched in the upcoming week?
3: When I root my phone will everything be deleted?
4: How can I backup EVERYTHING I have on the phone?
5: When new updates come out, how will I apply them?
Thank you.
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wrong place - this is android development. this belongs in Q&A - mods, please move to Q&A -
answers:
1. either way - i would suggest rooting first, because you may need to wipe, thus losing your apps/contacts and needing to re-sign in
2. you may still be able to use the 1-click method - give it a try
3. see #1
4. you can use 1 click to install a mod'd recovery image thus allowing you to create a nandroid - however see #1
5. you download them and apply them through the recovery image.
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Hi, i have been looking through some of the rooting, flash threads on here and there is a bit too much information,lol.
Can anyone detail the basic steps, software required to roll my X10 back to the 1.6 OS?
I am still having connectivity issues when trying to use the handset in the car.
The vehicle manufactures website shows that the Xperia X10i is compatible with their factory fitted handsfree systems, but only on OS 1.6.
1. Download this and extract in any folder of your computer:megaupload.com/?d=HCWX4KO3 (The credits of this goes for its creators)
2. Open the folder that its named 1_firmware and in the fileDeviceID.txt copy yours, save and close. (This is the same as the one used on the flashtools of Bin4ry)
This is how you can get your DeviceID on Windows: (Again thanks tojimbo77)
2.1: Connect your phone to the computer on the USB port you are going to use to flash it.
2.2: Press start (or windows icon) and in the run box type regedit
2.3: Click edit>find, and type in Vid_0fce&Pid_adde. You should find "DeviceInstance". If that fails, make sure Match whole stringis un-ticked, and click find next or press f3, if that fails, tryUSB\VID_0FCE&PID_ADDE. Copy the last section of that, it should look something like "5&2888d0ff&0&1".
Note: It changes with every diffrent USB port you use....3. Download your Firmware, extract it and copy all the files on it to the 1_firmware folder. You don't have to erase anything from this folder, unless you got the message to replace a file.
4. Now run the RootX10a_v2.cmd and select step 1 and follow the instructions. If done correctly you will see a window that starts to write and write and write a lot of things. This process will take around 5 minutes, so be patient. (It is like if you were flashing your phone)
5. Turn your phone on and wait until you get the configuration screen.
6. Now connect the phone to the PC and run PC Companion or SEUS. If it shows that there is a new software for your phone, follow the instructions and update if you want.
7. Enjoy your phone on Android OS 1.6 or 2.1 with your operator
Thank you on anticipation to any help offered.
I have had a look here, but am not 100% if this is all that i need to do?
Sorry, not able to post the link, being a new user.
The one part that is not clear to me is where they say, "Open the folder that its named 1_firmware and in the fileDeviceID.txt copy yours, save and close"
What is it that im supposed to copy?
No.. no...
You need the flashtool and the 1.6 files..
I cant seem to find the 1.6 files...
Why do you need 1.6?
SE seem to have done something with the update 2.1 where the phones Bluetooth will connect to my vehicle, but only for about 40 seconds, then removes its self and then re attaches, then removes its self again and this goes on for the duration the handset is in the car with me.
The handset i have just now was a replacement for my original and came with the 2.1 OS already updated.
The original 1.6 OS that was on the phone connected to my vehicle and gave me phonebook access.
I have neither now hence why i wish to roll back to the software that is compatible with my vehicles system. 1.6 buildR1FA016 Kernel 2.6
Get your phone rooted, load Xrecovery.
and flash Wolfbreaks CM rom.
And watch the magic.
OmegaRED^ said:
Get your phone rooted, load Xrecovery.
and flash Wolfbreaks CM rom.
And watch the magic.
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Thanks for the above, but can you break this into more simple instructions, links etc as this is way above me. I'm not totally useless, but i have never done anything like this, so it is all double dutch to me at this point in time,lol.
Download the flashtool from androxyde's thread then follow the instructions to flash the latest FW, then reboot your phone plug it in and press root on the flashtool and then reboot and install XRecovery and use it to install a custom ROM by following the directions in a ROM thread.
Just start by reading the Flashtool thread.
Sent From My *Super Fly X10*
If I (or anyone for that matter!) help you, dont be afraid to press THANKS!
CMoney87 said:
Download the flashtool from androxyde's thread then follow the instructions to flash the latest FW, then reboot your phone plug it in and press root on the flashtool and then reboot and install XRecovery and use it to install a custom ROM by following the directions in a ROM thread.
Just start by reading the Flashtool thread.
Sent From My *Super Fly X10*
If I (or anyone for that matter!) help you, dont be afraid to press THANKS!
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Had a read at the flash tool thread and even more confused now, too much information and no understanding of what it all means.
I am looking for someone who can supply links to what i actually need to roll the phone back.
What software do i require.
Do i have to root the phone and if so, how do you do this?
I did say in the thread title an "Idiots Guide". Simple and straightforward instructions that a first timer can comprehend, similar to the text in my first post, bullet points?
Thanks.
Bonzo67 said:
I am looking for someone who can supply links to what i actually need to roll the phone back.
What software do i require.
Do i have to root the phone and if so, how do you do this?
I did say in the thread title an "Idiots Guide". Simple and straightforward instructions that a first timer can comprehend, similar to the text in my first post, bullet points?
Thanks.
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Dude.. all the threads have the answers.
Read abit it won't kill you.
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Dude.. all the threads have the answers.
Read abit it won't kill you.
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I did and it's version this and version that. So which version is it that i actually need without screwing up my phone?
Suppose i'm more looking for something along the lines of what you would get if you downloaded a torrent file, where everything is in the one folder, inc the instructions.
Anyway, hopefully problem is sorted, as i am ditching SE after 10 years of using their handsets and going to Samsung which is compatible with my vehicles factory fitted system.
Bonzo67 said:
I did and it's version this and version that. So which version is it that i actually need without screwing up my phone?
Suppose i'm more looking for something along the lines of what you would get if you downloaded a torrent file, where everything is in the one folder, inc the instructions.
Anyway, hopefully problem is sorted, as i am ditching SE after 10 years of using their handsets and going to Samsung which is compatible with my vehicles factory fitted system.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1060703
hi! i'm a new guy here, and i have an lg gt 540 with the 1.6 android version
i'm a total beginner in these things of smartphones, but i'd really like to upgrade it and put a 2.2 or 2.3 version of android, but i'm not so sure how to do it
i searched for topics and guides here but none of them were too clear of them, and any of them were for my especific telephone
so i'm asking the obvious haha, anyone could help me and post a step to step guide for installing a custom rom in this especific cell phone? please, i kinda hate this right now, i can't install anything XD
and well if not, or in addition, if someone wants to help me step by step through pms or msn or somethign like that, it would be great too!
and well, the last one, if i can get a guide to do it, wich rom could you recommend me? to get all the potential of this cell phone XD hah
well, that's all, hope you can help me, i know a lot of guys ask the same, but i didn't see any for this lg...
thanks in advance!
Guide for unlocking fastboot and flashing custom roms.
http://androidforums.com/optimus-gt...nogenmod-7-android-2-3-4-avaliable-gt540.html
My app root toolbox will flash a recovery image, all download links in my signature.
For root access use z4root. Don't update to 2.1 because z4root doesn't work on some versions of it.
Also have a look here before you change roms/unlock fastboot
Facuu said:
hi! i'm a new guy here, and i have an lg gt 540 with the 1.6 android version
i'm a total beginner in these things of smartphones, but i'd really like to upgrade it and put a 2.2 or 2.3 version of android, but i'm not so sure how to do it
i searched for topics and guides here but none of them were too clear of them, and any of them were for my especific telephone
so i'm asking the obvious haha, anyone could help me and post a step to step guide for installing a custom rom in this especific cell phone? please, i kinda hate this right now, i can't install anything XD
and well if not, or in addition, if someone wants to help me step by step through pms or msn or somethign like that, it would be great too!
and well, the last one, if i can get a guide to do it, wich rom could you recommend me? to get all the potential of this cell phone XD hah
well, that's all, hope you can help me, i know a lot of guys ask the same, but i didn't see any for this lg...
thanks in advance!
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Hey there
Nice to see you're still on 1.6 , We really need your help right now!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1123968
If you haven't already rooted , Follow these steps :
1. Download http://bit.ly/9wAKC5 and transfer to phones SD Card
2. Download Astro File Manager in Market (Or any other file manager)
3. Open the file manager and locate the application you downloaded
4. Click on the File and Install the Universal Androot .apk
5. Run Universal Androot and select Superuser for 2.0 - 2.2
6. Click 'Go Root'
7. Follow any restart prompts
8. Go back into market and download Terminal Emulator
9. Follow the instructions from the CODE box on http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1123968
10. The files will be created in the backup1.6 folder on the SD
11. Using a computer, .ZIP these files and upload them to the filesharing site of your choice
12. Share the link to us
13. Be very proud of yourself, you've helped us all
Then after , I would install 2.1 using LG Software Updater (Easiest Method)
But EVERYTHING is deleted , Including contacts and SMS when doing so. To backup contacts , click Contacts , Press Menu and press Export then Export to SD
To backup SMS I recommend SMS Backup and Restore from Market.
Hope I helped Jamie
haha okei, i'll try to do that so i can give you a recovery imagine of 1.6
and you told me to upload to official 2.1 android through lg site,, i am known that 2.1 is just, mmm , as 1.6 XD i mean, you have problems to install things in the sd, and many apks does not work, and the flash is dead x.x haha
but well, i'll do that first before upgrading to another version!
If your are new to ANDROID, XDA or if you bought new Galaxy S II (SGSII) or any android mobiles in general do the following steps first !!
especially when you ROOTED your SGSII
0. READ FORUM RULES !!
1. Search a lot in forum before trying anything & also use GOOGLE
2. Read full thread not the first one alone
3. Learn about basic android terms
4. Learn about firmwares & their versions ( for 3 & 4 => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=723596 (post for Galaxy S but suits for most of android mobiles ) )
5. If you are going to root search properly & use the version for your firmware (ex. XWKF3)
6. As soon as u ROOT install Clockwork mod recovery / CWM / simply Clockworkmod (again install the version which suits yours)
7. Take an NANDROID backup / simply use backup action in CWM application & Backup your /EFS folder (this is not just copy/paste check this link => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1068193 )
8. Do a backup every time before modifying anything
9. Important of all keep atleast one NANDROID backup in your phone
10. If you forgot to do so or accidentally deleted it you can mount SD from clockwork recovery & copy it to /Clockworkmod/backup
11. u can also take backup from recovery mode (Stock recovery wont give backup option)
How to Root!!
mostly it ll be chainfire's thread
CF-Root Kernel basic ROOT that has to be done first
[19.10.2011][CF-Root 4.4] KE*, KF*, KG1/2/3/5/6/7, KH1/3/4, KI2/3/4/8 - su+bb+CWM4
As of now i remember only these important points ll update it regularly & am requesting all experienced users to add your tips here !!
Thank You All !!
12. Use normal font
skimminstones said:
12. Use normal font
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agree...
but a very good thread....this should be emailed to all new users to read before they are allowed to post anything.
skimminstones said:
12. Use normal font
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Why normal fonts??
Sent from my Galaxy S II via XDA app so sorry if i did any typographical or other mistakes!!
rajaspidey said:
Why normal fonts??
Sent from my Galaxy S II via XDA app so sorry if i did any typographical or other mistakes!!
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because big fonts and different colours smacks of shouting to me and is almost as annoying as people using text speak
Good thread, IMO some of them are a little "wrong", but meh, whatever
3 and 4, you could tell us how to go about doing these things.
Also 5, you could tell us where to find information on these things as well.
rajaspidey said:
6. As soon as u ROOT install Clockwork mod recovery / CWM / simply Clockworkmod (again install the version which suits yours)
7. Take an NANDROID backup / simply use backup action in CWM application
8. Do a backup every time before modifying anything
9. Important of all keep atleast one NANDROID backup in your phone
10. If you forgot to do so or accidentally deleted it you can mount SD from clockwork recovery & copy it to /Clockworkmod/backup
11. u can also take backup from recovery mode (Stock recovery wont give backup option)
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Why for every rooted phone? For example I don't have installed the CWM, I don't need custom roms and I want to stay as much as stock as possible, I've only rooted. Do you have a reason to suggest CWM and nandroid for everyone?
I understand your enthusiasm, but you did not even mention making a back up of the EFS folder, which is the very first thing to do after rooting, when disseminating information, especially in that size font, disseminate correctly
Thanx for all your comments & Inputs !!
Concurssi said:
3 and 4, you could tell us how to go about doing these things.
Also 5, you could tell us where to find information on these things as well.
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Sorry i have semester exams starting at the end of the month that's why very short post but i ll keep on updating this post regularly !!
hjuo said:
Why for every rooted phone? For example I don't have installed the CWM, I don't need custom roms and I want to stay as much as stock as possible, I've only rooted. Do you have a reason to suggest CWM and nandroid for everyone?
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Rooted phones are susceptible to data corruptions & boot loops due to some root apps so obviously its safe to take backup !! even if u r hust installing Theme from UOT Kitchen !! we cant understand how chips/computers work so its better !!
achillies400 said:
I understand your enthusiasm, but you did not even mention making a back up of the EFS folder, which is the very first thing to do after rooting, when disseminating information, especially in that size font, disseminate correctly
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Am too new to SGSII & Android !! You can find it fromnumber of posts by me !! & also am running short of time !! for past 4 Years am symbian fan/user !! & i have iPad 2 & know all important How-to's in both !! I just put very important points in it Even EFS is important !! ll update all soon with links !!
Thanx BTW FYI
hi
I have a nook color with verson 1.4.2.
If I want to jailbreak nook, and install google apps, how do i do it.?
I went to nookdevs.com but the files there were old. I am not sure which process to follow.
Is there a current step by step document that indicates say
1. Buy a card,
2. install CM7 or CM9 so on...
the below url does indicate steps but I think it is more than a year old. "
http://www.techrepublic.com/blog/hiner/how-to-hack-the-250-nook-color-into-a-full-android-tablet/7630"
I am not sure if I can use auto root 1.1 from
http://nookdevs.com/NookColor_Rooting ( seems to be old information)
Or
Should I follow the instructions
http://blog.benlk.com/2012/01/16/ins...color-microsd/
Finally... I read the thread on this bulletin board but it may be outdated. Just need advise from expert on this board which document can I follow. Is the thread below the best to update? However it does not give step by step.
"http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1000957
The URL's may be outdated. I need advise to ensure I am following the latest updated files and can jailbreak the system.
Thanks for your help
Cheers!
Subodh
Try THIS thread
Thank you
Thank you.
I will try and let you know.
Cheers!
PLEASE NOTE THAT I HAVEN'T CREATED THIS SOFTWARE. I AM JUST SHARING IT.
I REQUEST YOU DON'T CLOSE THE THREAD PLEASE.
Hello Everybody,
I am just sharing this app for rooting any Android...
It works for my Sony Xperia SP even without flashing with DoomLord's Method.
But The Only Problem of this Application is that it's in chinese
The Superuser which comes after rooting is also in Chinese but it will 100% root your phone
Please make a backup of your nandroid before using it..
I will not be responsible for any bricking, I have tested the software myself and currently using it. If your device is bricked and you pointed on me, I will laugh at you.
READ THE STEPS CAREFULLY..
Steps :
1. Extract the .rar file and install the software (I know it's chinese but please try to Understand)
2. Make sure your Internet Connection is ON and star the Software.
3. Turn on USB Debugging and Unknown Resources from your phone.
4. Connect your phone to your PC and If the PC Companion is troubling you, then close it.
5. Then it will take some time to install drivers automatically and when the bottom right button of the software turns grey to Green, click on it.
6. It will take some time so be patient.
7. Then after some time your phone will restart. (It may take some time to start, dont worry)
8. Then check the superuser app (Blue Shield Icon) and grant the permissions (if asked).
9. Your Phone is Successfully ROOTED!!
Steps for Unrooting your phone:
1. Turn on USB Debugging and Unknown Resources from your phone.
2. Connect your phone to your PC.
3. Start The VRoot Software.
4. It will detect the phone a another window will come.
5. Click on the Green Tab Button located at the bottom right of the window.
6. Then Your Phone will restart.
7. You have successfully Unrooted your phone.
CHECK WITH ROOT CHECKER IF YOU HAVE ROOTED OR UNROOTED.
DOWNLOAD LINK :- MOD EDIT: link removed
IT ALSO WORKS FOR MANY TABLETS AND PHONES..
ALL THE BEST!!..
PLEASE MODERATORS I BEG YOU DON'T CLOSE THIS THREAD..
The other thread have been closed due to security issues and XDA want to do some research about these apps to root our and many others.
However this was a month ago? And we have no answer what so ever.
I kindly ask you to remove the OP because it will be closed by one of the mods.
mrjraider said:
The other thread have been closed due to security issues and XDA want to do some research about these apps to root our and many others.
However this was a month ago? And we have no answer what so ever.
I kindly ask you to remove the OP because it will be closed by one of the mods.
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OK Please @mrjraider you by yourself close the thread. Cause I can't do it myself...
THE THREAD IS CLOSED...
The fact that this is an executable application is making me think it's fake most root creators like @DooMLoRD use a batch file for rooting this executable is perfect for hiding malicious apk's
I rooted my device via this option, but my phone decided to randomly reboot every now and then, so had to go back to stock and root via doomlords method, No problems for me now
But yea this thread/links need to be removed as its not 100% safe to use this method
samarth05 said:
PLEASE NOTE THAT I HAVEN'T CREATED THIS SOFTWARE. I AM JUST SHARING IT.
I REQUEST YOU DON'T CLOSE THE THREAD PLEASE.
PLEASE MODERATORS I BEG YOU DON'T CLOSE THIS THREAD..
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If you don't know what the software does then please do not share it.
This software has been shown to record imei numbers and send them to a remote server.
As of receiving this from Kingo
Hey, Merry Christmas!
Once we received your letter, we realized the seriousness of this whole IMEI issue and we removed it from our code right away.
Best Regards,
Kingosoft.
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Kingo is now allowed.
You can try that.
We have had no contact form vroot.
Thread closed