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How to Root Android 2.2 Froyo

Dear Friends,
I know that similar kind of questions has been already raised by many.But I am not clear about the anser.At present is it possible to root htc wildfire running 2.2 froyo?.With froyo, my phone is running too slow and battery is draining much faster than before.I really got fed up with this.I read in some forums that downgrading to 2.1 is also difficult.Is it so?
Hope some of our friends are working on these.
Please help me in these matters
Cheers
Arun

arunmangalam said:
Dear Friends,
I know that similar kind of questions has been already raised by many.But I am not clear about the anser.At present is it possible to root htc wildfire running 2.2 froyo?.With froyo, my phone is running too slow and battery is draining much faster than before.I really got fed up with this.I read in some forums that downgrading to 2.1 is also difficult.Is it so?
Hope some of our friends are working on these.
Please help me in these matters
Cheers
Arun
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At the moment you can't get permanant root on 2.2. You can get a temporary root, but that wont let you edit anything on /system. If you can find someone with an xtc clip you can get your phone S-OFF which makes /system writeable.
Downgrading seems to be easy based off the 2 or 3 step by step guides I've seen on this forum so far.
Your questions are no different to any of the ones asked before by others, please use the search next time.

Downgrading will work, but, it will still be unrootable. As said above, the only way as of now to root 2.2 is by using an XTC Clip hardware box to get S-OFF, then, downgrade (this is a 'proper' downgrade) and root.

You can root your phone...
i have posted step by step instructions on my website on how to root any android phone running firmware 1.5 and above
since XDA wont allow me to post a link visit my website.. "ajknowsitall. webs. com"

Enough of this already, people. You need a XTC Clip for that, which costs about $220. This is the only way, for now.

Moderation needed!
Alot of topics about the same thing ...

anyone try his method?
ajknowsitall said:
You can root your phone...
i have posted step by step instructions on my website on how to root any android phone running firmware 1.5 and above
since XDA wont allow me to post a link visit my website.. "ajknowsitall. webs. com"
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ajknowsitall said:
You can root your phone...
i have posted step by step instructions on my website on how to root any android phone running firmware 1.5 and above
since XDA wont allow me to post a link visit my website.. "ajknowsitall. webs. com"
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I don't believe this. Because that process was not a newer one and was there long ago. If it worked, it must have became a lot popular by now. And "Universal Androot" is not a root application recommended for NAND locked devices like wildfire. If one has bypassed the nand security with xtc clip and made s-off, then this process might work. And once if u make s-off, there are many other rooting options available. But the point here is to root the wildfire with hboot 1.01 and S-ON dude.... Do not just stick with the thread title. Read the thread, he mentioned wildfire 2.2 clearly.
I doubt whether ur device is wildfire or not (if wildfire rooted or not). Check the below attached "Root and Me" application. In that, go to the root guides and check the compatible devices for "Universal Androot" process. There is no wildfire in that.
Just confirm any process after it worked with u guys.
mjgs said:
Moderation needed!
Alot of topics about the same thing ...
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Actually this thread was a bit fair one started on 21st march (and then reposted yesterday). There are a lot other threads recently started with the same topic. But still i agree with u.
ballubas said:
anyone try his method?
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U might not have asked this question if u know that his process is nothing but "Universal Androot".
Inspite of being aware, i just tried it for u. It won't work and says failed.
If anyone wants to recheck they might. Actually that process is little bit confusing. And im attaching a screen shot of that website below.
The process says to install "App installer" just to install an apk file. Cant we install an apk file from a file manager ? This is ok.
Then the process says just to enable usb debugging alone to transfer the apk file frm PC to wildfire. It not even says from ADB, so i expect it means to transfer through disk drive. Come on stop joking.

I found that this forum
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833953
was very helpful I am running droid 2.2 Froyo on a Cherry Mobile Candy
I was able to root my phone semi permanently. So long as I don't clear the data for the Z4root program I maintain superuser status. So far I have had no problems and have been able to remove bloatware using AntTek App manager with ease.

thanks man

Come on guys, let's stop reviving threads from a year and 2 months ago...

N00B
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA

Need Some Help On These...

Hi All,
I would call myself an Android newbie. But i do like playing with hardware... I was using Nokia N73 before this, so i am bit comfortable on Symbian. But anyways, i have shifted to Android and I have to these:
1. Root my phone.
2. Apply Lag Fix... my phone is slower than a Tortoise! Hummingbird is not humming.
3. Upgrade to 2.3.
I have discussed about #3. Need some some links on guides for 1 and 2. And then i will ask some questions.
My current SGS version is... according to Kies:
PDA:JP6 / PHONE:JP2 / CSC:JP5 (INU).

Read the Q&A section please, all these questions have answers there
Sent from my GT-I9000 using XDA Premium App

Order of your list.
The order is wrong, you would need to do it 3,1,2 ofcourse there are other ways but ....

So do you mean to say that, after the upgrade to 2.3, the rooted phone will become an unrooted phone??

hell_storm2004 said:
So do you mean to say that, after the upgrade to 2.3, the rooted phone will become an unrooted phone??
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No, after upgrade you will have to root using the method best suited to the firmware you upgrade to.
What he meant was this...
1 - Upgrade firmware
2 - Root phone
3 - Apply lagfix

I see there are many way of rooting the phone. Which one's are the best for 2.3?

hell_storm2004 said:
I see there are many way of rooting the phone. Which one's are the best for 2.3?
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Flash a kernel that will get you root, (make sure it's the right kernel for your ROM), and if you want you can reflash the stock kernel after you've gained root, though if you flash the stock kernel you won't have lagfix

[Q] HELP Please...On Rooting

Hi can anyone give me a simple link or easy way of rooting my 'Sony Play' its on 2.3.3 after just updating!
Would it be best to do a factory reset as Ive not got any pics, music or many apps on it?? Any help would be great x

would have been easier doing it when you were on 2.3.2....
read this thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1043630

What's the difference between the method you're linking here, and the one linked in the thread I posted?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1176367
The one from my thread seems vastly easier and less complicated.

Im interested in rooting my phone but..
1.I dont want to lose my data and settings >_>
2.GingerBreak Does NOT root my phone
3.I have R800i,2.3.3
3.0.1.A.0.145
4.Reading the "Working Root on PLAY except Verizon" and i am TOTALLY confused,nobody posted any guides for Noobs

Double Post,how do i delete this?

kershner25 said:
What's the difference between the method you're linking here, and the one linked in the thread I posted?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1176367
The one from my thread seems vastly easier and less complicated.
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you mean this page :
404 Page Not Found
The page you requested was not found.

There is no n00b easy way of rooting 2.3.3
in order to do so you have to:
flash back to 2.3.2
gingerbreak 2.3.2
then update to 2.3.3

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1176367 is the correct link.
It says all over that thread that you do NOT need to unlock the bootloader.

This method?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1116090

That's the one.

subcu1ture said:
This method?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1116090
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im trying that guide,but there is no tutorial
maybe you can help with details? im stuck at adding devices in the flashtool 3.0.0 >>'

[Q] Can 3.2 Stock Out of the box be rooted and how?

I just rec'd the new A500 8Gb version that already has 3.2 installed. So this is not the normal 3.2 OTA, which maybe the same. Don't know how to confirm.
I have read so many posts that appears to be rooting instructions for 3.0 and not for 3.2. I see one Thread that had instructions on how to root a OTA 3.2 but the instructions even says will take 1.5hrs. I have rooted tablets/phones before and i know it doesn't take that long and don't want to lose data.
I don't want to install a custom rom just so i can be rooted. I just want to root this tablet and i don't want to downgrade the bootloader.
Can anyone please point me to the correct thread or simply let me know if rooting is currently out of the question for this scenerio.

im on the same page, just picked up the 3.2 from costco.. A little common sense points me and you in the direction of downgrading to the 3.0.1.. Then bumping up to the rooted 3.2.. its not a one click solution but it makes complete sense..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1276227
im doing it as i write this let you know my success..

Yeah I have read that an option is to downgrade to 3.0, root then go to 3.2. Guess i'm waiting on a short version that will root stock 3.2 and it doesn't make sense to me to go back only to go up versions of rom for this alternative route.

lol its data, not like your trading in your new car for a 87 nova.. Downgrade is for exploit access only as soon as root --> update recovery ---> flash rom you will be right back to 3.2..
:-/
anyways method 2 works.. did it in 15 minutes cause i got distracted..
good luck waiting for ur 1 click

cool, so i guess this is the best solution for now....i'll do the same.

IMPORTANT : Make sure you download the acer recovery installer while still on 3.2 as you WILL have problems accessing android market once you install the UNSTABLE 3.01...
Its pretty hard to hard brick but please , don't take that as a challenge...

The vanishing keyboard ...
ultramag69 said:
IMPORTANT : Make sure you download the acer recovery installer while still on 3.2 as you WILL have problems accessing android market once you install the UNSTABLE 3.01...
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Agree; first hand experience ...

ultramag69 said:
IMPORTANT : Make sure you download the acer recovery installer while still on 3.2 as you WILL have problems accessing android market once you install the UNSTABLE 3.01...
Its pretty hard to hard brick but please , don't take that as a challenge...
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lol wish I had known that when I rooted mine, I was freaking out scouring the interwebs for an apk of it when I downgraded cuz I couldn't use the damn keyboard
sent from my Acer Iconia A500 beast of a tablet via XDA app

I found out the hard way too, got the OTA update of 3.2 installed, then got the acer recovery installer downloaded. Was a colossal waste of time...
Thought I'd let others know, easier than having to stuff around yourself and hoping you can recover...

Thx for the heads up guys, i did install the acer recovery. Now i know why you need it since that 3.0 downgrade is very unstable. I did manage to root, install CWM and flashed a 3.2 rom.

I used this... straight root no downgrade required.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1307539
Sent from my A500 using xda premium

How to unroot iconia tab need stock rom for Singapore tab

Hi! All. I want to unroot my iconia a500 32gb wifi only tab. Its a Singapore Set so need the stock rom to flash back. I have iconia root which i can use to unroot. But not sure where to get the stock rom & how to flash it & enable OTA updates from Acer.

wolvie77 said:
Hi! All. I want to unroot my iconia a500 32gb wifi only tab. Its a Singapore Set so need the stock rom to flash back. I have iconia root which i can use to unroot. But not sure where to get the stock rom & how to flash it & enable OTA updates from Acer.
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Hey, another Singapore xda-er here. OTA's are usually posted on this forum, you don't really need it. If you really want the stock rom, search it in the dev forums. If you can't find it, just unroot your tablet using Gingerbreak

dongimin2 said:
Hey, another Singapore xda-er here. OTA's are usually posted on this forum, you don't really need it. If you really want the stock rom, search it in the dev forums. If you can't find it, just unroot your tablet using Gingerbreak
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Hi! i actually have the iconia root app to unroot. my problem is when i root previously, i did not save a copy of my stock rom & now i need one to return to official acer rom that is meant for the Singapore market in order for me to get OTA updates from them

wolvie77 said:
Hi! i actually have the iconia root app to unroot. my problem is when i root previously, i did not save a copy of my stock rom & now i need one to return to official acer rom that is meant for the Singapore market in order for me to get OTA updates from them
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Ewww.... you may be hard pressed to get the exact same ROM as you were issued, if you didn't write down the build numbers before rooting and installing a custom rom.
My guess, would a Com Gen 1, or a TMPL. Both seem to be for eastern Europe, and support a few asian multiple character languages. Com Gen 1 having the most I believe.
Sorry I couldn't be of much help.

Moscow Desire said:
Ewww.... you may be hard pressed to get the exact same ROM as you were issued, if you didn't write down the build numbers before rooting and installing a custom rom.
My guess, would a Com Gen 1, or a TMPL. Both seem to be for eastern Europe, and support a few asian multiple character languages. Com Gen 1 having the most I believe.
Sorry I couldn't be of much help.
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This is what i pulled from another forum where a fellow user posted his built. Hope its of some use.
Android Version : 3.0.1
Build Number : Acer_A500_1.016.04_COM.GEN1

Hope you got the help you needed.
In the future, please use the Q&A forum for questions and requests such as this. Only development work should be posted in the development thread.
Thanks.

wolvie77 said:
This is what i pulled from another forum where a fellow user posted his built. Hope its of some use.
Android Version : 3.0.1
Build Number : Acer_A500_1.016.04_COM.GEN1
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That will work. Now.... go away to the Q&A forum. Erica_Renee awaits you

My apologies for the mistakes i've made. Will be more careful the next time i post here. I shall go to Q&A to seek help.

wolvie77 said:
My apologies for the mistakes i've made. Will be more careful the next time i post here. I shall go to Q&A to seek help.
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No Problem... really. Hope Erica fixes you up!