So I just got this phone and I used to have an EVO. Rooting and flashing was easy. Now im reading that if you have the new update, it's a whole process. I seen the .621 update using ubuntu process. Is that the best way?
I've tried the doroot, and the easy one step root thing. But to no avail.
Probably because I'm on that .621 update.
I really want to get this phone to ICS. So I need root. Also I see alot of worry about data loss or inability to make calls after root process. Does that apply to me since I'm going to flash it to MetroPCS?
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You have to do the Ubuntu method. I would recommend reading the first few pages of the topic before proceeding. The op leaves out some key things...
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So, with Canada being behind and all.... is there a way to root/flash my tab to make and receive calls? Or do I have to follow the att method? Does rooting accomplish this, or is that the first part? Is it the same as rooting, flashing a phone?
thx
The Rogers Tab is the AT&T Tab is the Bell Tab. All SCH-I897 units internally.
But you have much to study, grasshopper, if you don't know the difference between rooting and flashing.
Rooting is simply getting root access to the device, think of it as giving you administrator rights. Does nothing by itself to the functioning of the device.
Flashing is the act of replacing the firmware, which includes the operating system. You don't need to be rooted to flash, and flashing will wipe out any previous rooting (think of it like doing a fresh install of Windows).
A combination of flashing and rooting, however, can lead to wonderful things.
agreed, thx. I ended up doing both 5 minutes later... I was just a little surprised how much different it was then my nexus one and desire hd...
already made some calls on it! My only complaint? Getting the sim in and out is a tight fit...
With so many posts available explaining how to do this, which one is the safest (best) to follow in order to do this on my Bell - unlocked GT?
Thanks
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i did this, but I think you start with the oneclick root... which is fast and easy and then do what the post says....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=854300
Hello all, first poster here. I want to root my Atrix, but I already have 4.1.83. Will this cause any problems? Also could somebody give a basic outline of rooting and installing custom roms on this particular phone? Thank you in advance for the info.
go to development section and search gingerbreak. everything u need is there. requires sd card
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anemoneman said:
Hello all, first poster here. I want to root my Atrix, but I already have 4.1.83. Will this cause any problems? Also could somebody give a basic outline of rooting and installing custom roms on this particular phone? Thank you in advance for the info.
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Please use the search option in the future as it will save you time in getting the answers you need.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=960336
http://briefmobile.com/motorola-atrix-4g-root
The first link is the thread over in the dev section that will link you to the second link I posted that will actually walk you through rooting and enabling side loading.
Good luck and back up your data first. You've been warned.
Ill tell you in a nutshell;
Flash 1.26
Run gladiroot
Upgrade to 1.57
Upgrade to 1.83
Run "afterupdate" gladiroot
Now you're on 1.83 rooted!
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roharia said:
Ill tell you in a nutshell;
Flash 1.26
Run gladiroot
Upgrade to 1.57
Upgrade to 1.83
Run "afterupdate" gladiroot
Now you're on 1.83 rooted!
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That route works as well, but takes much longer and is tougher to do if he is already on .83
From what I understand he would be better off using the Gladiroot method, but he may not be able to do all of that depending on his skill level.
update didn't screw up root
I am new to rooting as well and new to android (messed around a lot with WinMo with generous help from xda thanks).
Rooted my atrix just prior to the OTA update with intentions to try out how rooting worked and hoping that the new update will give me a fresh start if I screw up.
Installed my update 4.1.83 and looked to see if I lost my superuser status, and lo and behold it was still there. Also managed to side-load an apk (original intent for rooting) successfully after the update.
Haven't come across similar experience along the way so far.
(I used gingerbreak).
I had GreyBlur on 4.1.57, did Titanium backup to the EXTERNAL CARD (not internal storage), ran RSD with the 4.1.83, re rooted, reinstalled recovery, reflashed GreyBlur and most of my apps and settings stayed. the missing apps just got installed by Titanium and I had to resetup my home screens, but it was pretty painless. if you go all the way back to 4.1.26, it will put your phone back to stock and you will have to start over again. The last PITA is to modify the build.prop to get rid of the OTA message.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but as far as I can figure out, there is no way of rooting the 2.3.3 version of the Desire Z?
All guides start with downgrade to exploidable firmware, and that is not possible without gaining at least temporary root access, and all previous methods are broken?
Anyone has any ideas that work?
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but as far as I can figure out, there is no way of rooting the 2.3.3 version of the Desire Z?
All guides start with downgrade to exploidable firmware, and that is not possible without gaining at least temporary root access, and all previous methods are broken?
Anyone has any ideas that work?
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Of course it is! Don't you think there would be alot more angry people lol?! You have to obtain temp root on GB then downgrade to Froyo and get S-Off. It's a pain but I just did it on my friend's Evo Shift last month.
Thank you for answering I have spend several hours, and I can't get any of the temporary root solutions to function, they all seem to be ineffective against the current version?
Follow the XDA Vision wiki method. Shouldn't have any problems. I know someone that just did it last week and worked.
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I tried that, and just about any other method available, and non of them seem to be effective.
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I tried that, and just about any other method available, and non of them seem to be effective.
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Can you go into more details? Like error code or anything? Are you sure you have adb set up properly? plus, drivers too?
If you can't get fre3vo to work (the only step which might not work, every other step is gauranteed to) use a different exploit, either zergRush or tacoroot will work.
-Nipqer
Please post up exactly what steps aren't working. Then we can try and help you
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Also Desire Z 2.3.3.
Hello guys,
I just wanted to ask, you say it is possible to root the 2.3.3. and you also said how. Actually I spent like 3 hours today by looking for the guides how to root this phone, and I am really scared to do it without previous asking.
all your responses were great, but I am really a newbie to these things, and those names you said (containing techniques how to root) didnt ring a bell in my head. Could you please just send me a link with a guide that will work?
downgrading and rooting
MichaelBrandi said:
I tried that, and just about any other method available, and non of them seem to be effective.
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I rooted and modded two G2 using this method and all went flawless, I read about ADB and how to use it, I read the guide several times to understand what was going to happen.
Read read read and then root and mod. The phones that I rooted were my first and second ever, I am NOT a dev nor am I an expert by any means. My point is that again if you read the entire post before trying anything then you will be successful. My phones were both on 2.3.3 and the process is not an easy one but works well. Hats off to those who took the time and effort to write the guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1178912 this is the link to the guide.
Thank you for your answer. In any of the threads somebody mentioned the CM´s rooting guide on wiki, I checked it out and I got the idea.
which one would you prefer? the one posted above or the CM´s?
The CM wiki is based off that xda thread.
I would recommend the xda one, as it includes flashgc (for goldcard generation), which the cm wiki doesn't.
-Nipqer
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I have a friend that just bought an HTC Vision(G2) with 2.3.4 and he has been unable to downgrade using xda or wiki. He thinks 2.3.4 is incompatible with these methods. He is familiar with adb and previously owned a Nexus One. Anyone know if his opinion is wrong?
These methods do work.
If for some weird reason fre3vo doesn't feel like working, you can use zergRush or tacoroot to gain temp-root (which I linked in a previous post in this thread)
-Nipqer
Adb can seem scary/difficult to setup to some, but it's not at all. Adb being a tool used in the rooting/unlocking process. See my signature for a link to a guide on setting up adb.
Please stay away from any so-called one-click rooting/unlocking solutions (especially Visionary), because a lot of them don't work, and some carry a high risk of bricking your phone. There is absolutely no risk of bricking your phone if you carefully follow the XDA Wiki guide. Read it first, and feel free to ask questions if you're not sure about something.
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I have a friend that just bought an HTC Vision(G2) with 2.3.4 and he has been unable to downgrade using xda or wiki. He thinks 2.3.4 is incompatible with these methods. He is familiar with adb and previously owned a Nexus One. Anyone know if his opinion is wrong?
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It can be done and quite easily (took a while but it was very smooth). I did it on my friend's EVO Shift recently with 2.3.4 which is very close to our devices (an uglier cousin one might say lol). Sometimes if you get stuck, it helps to take a break. Also, don't over complicate things. Commands while using adb have to be precise. I suggest using copy and paste. Also double check you commands before hitting enter. I am quite sure 2.3.4 still works with frevo. Maybe his drivers are mixed up. That's usually what it is. Make sure you can get all your functions to work before rooting like usb tethering and whatnot.
First off, I have a rooted GS2SR with CM9 and InstigatorX kernel. I have some experience rooting but my buddy's Droid X is throwing me for a loop. It's running FroYo 2.2.1 unrooted stock. He wants to upgrade it to ICS. What program do I need to get to interface with it to root it? He tried to do it himself and it was stuck in a bootloop. Had to sbf back to froyo 2.2.1 for it to do anything using RSD. These forums are a bit outdated and searching isn't working. Is it really just as simple as loading a .zip to root, loading the bootstrapper, flashing cwm, flashing the rom and voila? Modding my G2SR was easy, but this seems a bit more complex. Or if someone could simply link me to a thorough CM7/CM9 root-how-to forum that would be terrific. Thanks!
He needs to take the latest OTA update, then follow this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1800047
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infazzdar said:
He needs to take the latest OTA update, then follow this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1800047
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Thanks for the info!
No no no! Do not update firm ware until you root your phone!
Root your phone via Pete's then dl voodoo Rota rootkeeper follow directions THEN do the ota.
And make sure read about any issues before flossing any Rom.
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Title says it all. This is not only my first Tablet, but also my first Samsung device. I'm fully prepared for the rooting process (all files and programs downloaded) and am taking the plunge later tonight. Although it looks different than the process used to root my DInc2, I was happy to find more than enough material in the development section on the process.
Just a q: Im being told a software update is available....should I stay on 4.1.1 to root or will the update leave the rooting process the same?
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I would update, then use cf autoroot to root it. I have been bouncing they too many forums today.
Edit: flash cwm in Odin afterwards.
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Title says it all. This is not only my first Tablet, but also my first Samsung device. I'm fully prepared for the rooting process (all files and programs downloaded) and am taking the plunge later tonight. Although it looks different than the process used to root my DInc2, I was happy to find more than enough material in the development section on the process.
Just a q: Im being told a software update is available....should I stay on 4.1.1 to root or will the update leave the rooting process the same?
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This is my new to tAB 2 JUST WANT ALL YOUR PEOPLE HELP FOR COMPLETE SUPPORT