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Rooted Then Updated Then Lost Root??

I recently rooted my atrix with superoneclick then i accidently updated then i belive i still had my root until i went to install a 3d theme then my phone crashed and wouldnt get past the at&t screen so i had to erase everything now on my phone i still have "super user" in my app draw but i cannot side load apps did i lose my root? what do i have to do to sideload apps again ? and i guess re root my phone
Yes i am a newb i am comming from IOS and an iPhone 4 please dont flame

If you updated, you mean 4.1.57, this is what I did to re-root when I lost mine after updating and SuperOneClick wouldn't work.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1013931

Ok so i read that so basically i have to flash my phone back to default then root again?

Yeap, that's exactly what I did, but in that same thread, I think someone else outlined using aRoot to go over SuperOneClick.
Originally Posted by donbar85
I'm pretty new to Android (two weeks now), and want to ensure I don't end up with a bricked device, so I apologize for the 'noob' question here. I rooted with SuperOneClick. Has anyone else used this script successfully with that root method, or will it only be successful with aRoot?
Also, if I need aRoot, can I run it over top SuperOneClick, or would it be best to unroot, run aRoot (or let the script root) and then run the script?
I appreciate all the hard work I've seen done in these forums and appreciate any help anyone can offer.
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Yes you may safely run aroot over superoneclick. Aroot is the recommended method because it cleans up a lot of things Superroneclick does.
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Originally Posted by DJQ1212
Yes you may safely run aroot over superoneclick. Aroot is the recommended method because it cleans up a lot of things Superroneclick does.
Thank you both. I believe I will try running aRoot over my SuperOneClick root and then try out the script. Thanks again!
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Yup the aRoot script is used in the GladiAtrix and possibly the GingerBlur rom as well. Either way. SOC is crap, not meant for atrix anyway. aRoot was written specifically for the Atrix. If you want to update to 4.1.57 read through the retain root thread over in atrix development.

after update, i can still see "su" installed in /system/bin/
I am unable to use it, getting permissioned denied message, any solutions ?

sam_t610 said:
after update, i can still see "su" installed in /system/bin/
I am unable to use it, getting permissioned denied message, any solutions ?
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This has been explained many times. updating kills root, even though you still have superuser installed. to retain root you need to use the script in the development section when updating from 1.26 to 1.57. flash back to 1.26 and try again.

how to ROOT Desire Z? -Term.Emu wont open again...

Hi!
So I was looking for a way to use AdFree and backup my device and came across This how to on how to root the desire Z. But once I pushed the first set of files to my device and ran the Terminal Emulator and closed it, it won't open again. So I'm kinda stuck there... . When I re-open the emulator, just as the how-to says, it will force close. But then when I try to open it for the second time, it wont open nad my system gets sllooowwww.... All I can do from there is restart the DZ and open the Emulator again from where I would start the procedure all over again...
Any suggestions?
Is there a recent step by step guide on how to root the DZ?
I dont need s-off, do I?
Thanks
AO
Device specs:
HTC Desire Z
Android 2.2.1
Kernel Version 2.6.32.21
Build Number 1.82.405.1

Same here.

You need to downgrade from 1.82 before you can root. I think there is a sticky that explains this.
Sent from my HTC Vision using XDA App

Indeed, for now you require the much older 1.32 firmware revision in order to root the phone... Or leave it on 1.82 and wait and see if people manage to root the new firmware as well...

that happened to me, but i was able to get around it by downloading a different Terminal Emulator from the android market.

xT4Z1N4TRx said:
that happened to me, but i was able to get around it by downloading a different Terminal Emulator from the android market.
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And then you rooted your phone with or without downgrading?
What happens, if I dont downgrade? Does it "just" not work or is there a brick risk?

I just rooted a G2 earlier today, essentially a Desire Z, but with one file different to download. This is done entirely in adb and took me 10-15 minutes max. Known as the G-free method: Steps are located here. All links aside from the drivers for your phone to pc are alive. For the drivers for your PC to read through adb (if you don't already have them), you can download them through the Android SDK manager. For a brief guide on setting up ADB, go here.
This will root your phone, unlock sim, give you s-off, super-CID, and ClockworkMod Recovery 3.0.
As mentioned earlier, you will probably have to downgrade your phone's firmware. Check it in your phone's settings with the one required by the wiki before progressing. There are instructions on how to downgrade in there, but I didn't have to go through that step.
Once you're rooted, the first two apps you're gonna want to get are Rom Manager and Titanium backup. Good luck on not getting addicted to custom roms.

takram said:
I just rooted a G2 earlier today, essentially a Desire Z, but with one file different to download. This is done entirely in adb and took me 10-15 minutes max. Known as the G-free method: Steps are located here. .............
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I've followed the same link as above on two different DesireZ's now and its worked perfectly, just read it a couple of times first, get all the files, check md5's and follow it step by step making sure you don't miss anything.

[Q] After flashing to 3.1, GingerBreak fails to root.

Problem: GingerBreak simply sits and churns forever trying to exploit and root my tablet but never succeeds, I have left it running for almost an hour once.
My notes
1. I started with a stock install of 3.0 on the tablet and rooted with GingerBreak no problem.
2. I tossed the recently leaked 3.1 update.zip onto my SDCard and flashed using the stock methods.
3. Checked if root was maintained through the update, and it was not.
4. Double checked that USB Debugging is enabled, even disabled and re-enabled to make sure.
5. I have a clean SDCard in the tablet and mounted with no issues.
6. I have removed and reinstalled GingerBreak to try and see if that would clear things up.
I have seen a few other posts on threads that people have had no issues using GingerBreak on 3.1 but for the life of me I cannot get it to successfuly root my device.
If it comes down to it, I will just return to stock and go about it another way. But, I thought I would inquire if anyone had any suggestions for the current situation.

Are you tried iconiaroot-1.0.apk special for HC3.1 ?
look for it in developement section

Ah, thankyou for pointing out that thread. This has allowed me to root on 3.1 stock.

[XOOM2/XYBOARD][HOW TO] Motorola Xoom 2/Xyboard Everything Root and more!

XOOM2/Xyboard Everything root and more!
From 26/03/2014, I will no longer be updating this post as I no longer have the device and Motorola won't be upgrading the device further. Please instead of sending me PMs, go to the Q&A board or post your comment on this thread.
Note: This method will not work on Windows 8. Only Windows XP, Vista, 7, Linux and Mac OS X is supported.
Root Method - Honeycomb
1. Download the Windows version here, or the Linux/OSX version here.
2. Your Computer must have Motorola Drivers installed before rooting and connect your device with debugging on to your computer via USB. (Mac Users don't need drivers)
3. Extract the zip file from the download link, and run “run.bat” (on Windows) or “run.sh” from a terminal (on Linux/OSX)
4. Your device should reboot a few times during the process, don't worry.
5. Then you should see a finished message on the Root Method Window. At this point your device is safe to be removed from the computer.
7. As you are running Honeycomb if you are reading this then you should be receiving the ICS OTA soon. So lets backup your root so you can restore everything root after the upgrade (saves time). Download OTA Rootkeeper and backup root.
6. Well Done! You have root. Enjoy root and be safe.
Blog Post: Here
Root Method - Ice Cream Sandwich
1. Connect your Xoom2/Xyboard via USB to your Windows PC. Install Motorola Drivers from here.
2. Under Settings > Developer Options > Hit the "Enable USB Debugging" selection.
3. Download the Root Installer from here. (Says for Droid RAZR but also works on Xyboard and Xoom 2]
4. Unzip the download.
Bootstrap/Safestrap[Custom Recovery]
Waring: DO NOT proceed if you are inexperienced. bootstrap is messy and is only needed once we have ROMs cooking. All questions about the recovery ask in the developer thread.
1. Install the Bootstrap APK file.
2. Allow Superuser Powers.
3. Read the instructions which is displayed on the user interface.
5. You will now see a splashscreen after you reboot (before boot animation), here you can decide if you want to enter recovery or continue with boot.
-Method Under Constuction-
Unroot or temporary unroot
Temp Unroot - If you need to unroot for any reason and come back at any time, then install OTA Rootkeeper and then select the option "temp unroot). This will remove root without restarting and you can restore by a touch of a button.
Full remove of Root - If you want to complety remove root all together, if you need to send in your device for repair or trading your device. Install Ginger Unroot and continue with the onscreen instructions. This application has confirmed to work on the Xoom2/Xyboard.​

Doing it right now

Linux version has a wrong link or not uploaded yet

mdcykkk9 said:
Linux version has a wrong link or not uploaded yet
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Should be working now.

Thx is working now . i just made a donation to his paypal account. i hope for future support for the tablet .

Thanks, is good news. Now we just need that we have updates to fix bugs, and if it can be ics ...
This is worth a donation to continue the work.

édit : error, sorry, it's ok

Working well ! Thank you.
I rooted my Xoom 2 ME bought in France.
But I cannot update to 3.2.2 ???
My build 1.6.0_218.3-MZ607 ,current version 3.2

Would this work for Xoom 1 wi-fi version ?

ouatitw said:
Would this work for Xoom 1 wi-fi version ?
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This root method should work on all Motorola Devices running honeycomb or gingerbread. Try it out and see if it does
Sent from my Motorola Xoom 2

I did the US ICS update on My UK Xoom so im on 4.03 at the moment - i believe Motorola added some file which prevents me so far from rooting with the current one click programs ? so would it be safe to try this ?

ouatitw said:
I did the US ICS update on My UK Xoom so im on 4.03 at the moment - i believe Motorola added some file which prevents me so far from rooting with the current one click programs ? so would it be safe to try this ?
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The method is safe to try but Email Dan if you have any issues when rooting.

Thanks a lot Dan Rosenberg,
Suppose i root my device and if i need to use my warranty at later point of time.
Is there is anyway that i can hide Motorola that i have rooted my device.

luke.arran said:
The method is safe to try but Email Dan if you have any issues when rooting.
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I wouldn't email Dan, I'd post it here... Dan probably has more than enough things going on than to answer all rooting questions on here...
This root method very well may work on the Xoom with ICS, never hurts to try it. I don't see how you can't root with an existing method though, with the Xoom being fully unlockable and all...

Elysian893 said:
I don't see how you can't root with an existing method though, with the Xoom being fully unlockable and all...
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the thing is that maybe you can, but you might not want to Unlocking wipes all your data, apps, etc and also permanently sets a variable stating that your warranty is gone.
It might, for example, be desireable to create a backup of all your apps and data using titanium backup, which requires root, before unlocking your xoom.

Does this mean that more knowledgeable folks can create custom ROMs now, or does that still require an unlocked bootloader?

Trackz said:
Does this mean that more knowledgeable folks can create custom ROMs now, or does that still require an unlocked bootloader?
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No, we need to figure out a bootstrap for custom roms. No custom kernels.
Also, the method to fix adb remount is reset every other boot by the kernel, init.rc rebuilds local.prop on reboot as a failsafe and can't be changed without a custom kernel...

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luke.arran said:
This root method should work on all Motorola Devices running honeycomb or gingerbread. Try it out and see if it does
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Just to let you know this does not work on all Xoom models like you say. Here is my thread with my specs in it. I have tried it three times following the directions to a T and it never gets past;
"[*] Initiating Phase 1...
[*] This may take a few minutes, don't mind the buzzing."
I have now let it run for over an hour each time and it never goes any further and my Xoom is still not rooted. It did not even ever reboot on its own. Does anyone have any suggestions? If not I'll just use some threads 1 & 2, I got from a friend.
Thanks, InfiniteImmortal

llama-power said:
Unlocking wipes all your data, apps, etc
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Not this method. It is supposed to unlock and root motorola devices in 10 minutes without deleting any files. When I read about this on android police I was very excited as I never rooted because I only needed Superuser for my Xoom (never was interested in ROMs) and could never justify scraping everything just for this.
I tested the files here on a windows 7 machine... if I run from command at step 2. I get su permission denied. If I run the batch file I get "failed backup" loop after the device has been detected
tried the portable one click .exe found in "Motofail: Universal Motorola Android Root Tool (Portable)" works perfect on my bionic
obviously fails to remount as it does not include local.prop from step 5. so it's not working on xoom
This is the most awesome root utility I ever came along. It took something like 6 mins to root my phone without losing any files, if I can get it to run on my Xoom this will be just a dream come true!

Update: This root method does not support the Original Xoom. Confirmed by Dan.

[resolved] How to root LG G2 VZW VS98039A

Hello! I'm trying to root my LG G2 vzw, using ioroot. However, when I run the ioroot batchfile in Windows, I get the message:
Found VZW phone!
Checking OTA version...
We don't have an unlock for this Verizon OTA version yet.
Your phone is running VS98039A .
Please try the manual root method or
post your full device info in the thread
I don't know what pages "the manual root method" or "the thread" refer to. Is there a way I can either:
A) Revert my phone's ROM to the version it shipped with, so the ioroot utility is able to grant root access to my device?
B) Use some other method to root the phone?
I've been looking for alternate root methods. I tried Towelroot (installed the app, ran it, and it said "This phone isn't currently supported"). I also tried "LG Root" (their download site claimed to serve a file called "LG+Root.zip.exe" but really serves "LG+Root.zip.ace", which Windows cannot read).

This method works for me:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/guide-root-lg-firmwares-kitkat-lollipop-t3056951

Thank you! That worked perfectly.