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need help to root my galaxy s4

Hello I'm new to this rooting thing but when I tried looking in to root my galaxy s4 for sprint I came to an obstacle and that being which method to use I want to root my galaxy for the app gamekiller but I don't know which one to use can someone help me choose the most recent root to use I'd really appreciate it. Also if you need more info on what I need please let me know

Your asking for help so this should be in the q&a forum. It would really help to know what firmware you're on.

GalaxyS4- said:
Hello I'm new to this rooting thing but when I tried looking in to root my galaxy s4 for sprint I came to an obstacle and that being which method to use I want to root my galaxy for the app gamekiller but I don't know which one to use can someone help me choose the most recent root to use I'd really appreciate it. Also if you need more info on what I need please let me know
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If you don't even realize you are asking about a SPRINT S4 in the AT&T S4 section, you should not be doing anything to your phone until you read and learn about it.

scott14719 said:
If you don't even realize you are asking about a SPRINT S4 in the AT&T S4 section, you should not be doing anything to your phone until you read and learn about it.
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I agree. Also what are your goals for wanting root for your phone? What is it you wanna do with root?

AT&T Samsung Galaxy S4 mini (SGH-i257)

Hi guys,
I know this doesn't belong here but since I couldn't find the thread for the AT&T device I decided to post it here.
I have a handful of SGH-i257, this is the AT&T version of the S4 mini. As you might imagine the booloader is blocked and I don't have that much time to dig in to the unlocking process (I have tried) but I managed to root it and extract the images (boot, radio, efs, system, etc.) So if someone is interested in this please let me know and I will be more than happy to help.
Thanks

doomfrawen said:
Hi guys,
I know this has not much to do with your thread... but do you happen to know when the s4 mini will be released for at&t? thanks!
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Ramping up
The AT&T i257 is great news! I have a Telus i257m, and these phones are great. They are like the i9000, so much potential!! Now that a larger carrier will be pushing them I hope we can get some developers on board and start getting some ROMs up!

We do have a thread started at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2520299 where we're trying to get the stock images for most, if not all, the carriers. Do you mind uploading them there?
Sent from my Bell SGH-I257M disguised as a Rogers SGH-I257M

Does i257 have a notification led like the Verizon version? If so, anybody test it with light flow?
Sent from my XT1053

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doomfrawen said:
Hi guys,
I know this doesn't belong here but since I couldn't find the thread for the AT&T device I decided to post it here.
I have a handful of SGH-i257, this is the AT&T version of the S4 mini. As you might imagine the booloader is blocked and I don't have that much time to dig in to the unlocking process (I have tried) but I managed to root it and extract the images (boot, radio, efs, system, etc.) So if someone is interested in this please let me know and I will be more than happy to help.
Thanks
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hi doomfrawen,
I am looking to get this model SGH-i257 and plan to use it PA on AT&T 4G/LTE. Can you let me know where you got this model?
Thx in Advance.

AT&T Samsung Galaxy S4 mini (SGH-i257) root
Hi guys,
I know this doesn't belong here but since I couldn't find the thread for the AT&T device I decided to post it here.
I have a handful of SGH-i257, this is the AT&T version of the S4 mini. As you might imagine the booloader is blocked and I don't have that much time to dig in to the unlocking process (I have tried) but I managed to root it and extract the images (boot, radio, efs, system, etc.) So if someone is interested in this please let me know and I will be more than happy to help.
Hallo can you please post or email me step by step root process for this device? would be good to know, my friend was asking me to help him with that.

If you have the current and up to date firmware, you won't be able to root it. Knox will block any root access
Sent from my SGH-I257M using Tapatalk

Omega2513 said:
If you have the current and up to date firmware, you won't be able to root it. Knox will block any root access
Sent from my SGH-I257M using Tapatalk
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Correct me if I'm wrong, isn't the locked bootloader is the one preventing from rooting? There's plenty user around with Knox and rooted... Just with the Knox flag triggered and void their warranty.

doomfrawen said:
Hi guys,
I know this doesn't belong here but since I couldn't find the thread for the AT&T device I decided to post it here.
I have a handful of SGH-i257, this is the AT&T version of the S4 mini. As you might imagine the booloader is blocked and I don't have that much time to dig in to the unlocking process (I have tried) but I managed to root it and extract the images (boot, radio, efs, system, etc.) So if someone is interested in this please let me know and I will be more than happy to help.
Thanks
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Yes please. I want to root the ATT version of Samsung S4 Mini [SGH-I257]. Please let me know how to do that.
Feel free to ask for any details on device.
Thanks

doomfrawen said:
Hi guys,
I know this doesn't belong here but since I couldn't find the thread for the AT&T device I decided to post it here.
I have a handful of SGH-i257, this is the AT&T version of the S4 mini. As you might imagine the booloader is blocked and I don't have that much time to dig in to the unlocking process (I have tried) but I managed to root it and extract the images (boot, radio, efs, system, etc.) So if someone is interested in this please let me know and I will be more than happy to help.
Thanks
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@doomfrawen
How were you able to get root?? I have this phone and have been unable to gain root no matter what I try - can you please provide the process you used??
Let me know and thank you -

Nick Dee said:
but I managed to root it and extract the images (boot, radio, efs, system, etc.) So if someone is interested in this please let me know and I will be more than happy to help.
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Yes please!

Neffy27 said:
Yes please!
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Could someone please post or upload their build.prop
from an AT&T stock Ron?
Thank you.

Hell, I'd be happy if they would just give us the 4.4 update...

I'm trying to root this phone and would really be interested in more information as well. None of the recovery images will flash using Odin ("auth" error), and none of those automatic rooting apps have managed anything either.

Root Instructions
+1:good:

Root for SGH-i257
Any new developments on rooting this phone?

Could you provide details and files for rooting SGH-I257 (ATT)?
doomfrawen said:
Hi guys,
I know this doesn't belong here but since I couldn't find the thread for the AT&T device I decided to post it here.
I have a handful of SGH-i257, this is the AT&T version of the S4 mini. As you might imagine the booloader is blocked and I don't have that much time to dig in to the unlocking process (I have tried) but I managed to root it and extract the images (boot, radio, efs, system, etc.) So if someone is interested in this please let me know and I will be more than happy to help.
Thanks
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Hi doomfrawen,
Would it be possible for you to share procedure and files to root SGH-I257 (AT&T) version?
Regards,

has anyone had any success rooting this phone? ive tried every root tool there is none of them were able to root it

realestone said:
has anyone had any success rooting this phone? ive tried every root tool there is none of them were able to root it
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I have tried every version of Towel Root but to no avail. It is my understanding that the dev that created this exploit is now working for Google and to my knowledge, there will be no more updates! I can only hope that someone here on XDA that's way smarter than me can pick up the baton and get things going again. Probably easier said than done but I'm very hopeful!

CF Auto Root Guide for SM-G928V ?

Hi All,
I'm having trouble finding a guide for my exact version of my 6 Edge Plus. My Baseband version is G928VVRU2BPD4. I have found this (http://forum.xda-developers.com/s6-edge-plus/general/guide-6-0-1-g928fxxs2bpd2-t3371526) but I'm not sure if it will work for me?
If someone could point me in the correct direction, or let me know if the guide that I linked to above will work for me - I'd greatly appreciate it.
Thanks!

I have the same phone and did not see my exact model on CF Auto-Root.
Anyone have any information regarding a easy root for this phone? SM-G928V

Jayman931 said:
I have the same phone and did not see my exact model on CF Auto-Root.
Anyone have any information regarding a easy root for this phone? SM-G928V
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Most Verizon devices can't be rooted....

Old thread, I know, but I'm desperate. Is it still the case that this Verizon model can't be rooted? No way around it? I need to root my phone in order to do a deep scan for deleted files.

lavatea said:
Old thread, I know, but I'm desperate. Is it still the case that this Verizon model can't be rooted? No way around it? I need to root my phone in order to do a deep scan for deleted files.
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I'm also looking for a root all over the internet, Why is this model not being looked into anymore? i know the phones 2 years old, but cmon. I assume it cant be rooted because of the bootloader being locked tighter then fort knox itself. Verizon devices are notorious for having extra security.

Finally Root
Hey man, i finally got root for SM-G928V, this soluction is the app Wondershare MobileGo (PC), he have a built-in root application.

SheepBR said:
Hey man, i finally got root for SM-G928V, this soluction is the app Wondershare MobileGo (PC), he have a built-in root application.
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Wait what? please elaborate, The program you speak of costs money and i doubt your claims. If a root is possible it would of been posted here already.

+1 - does this Wondershare Mobile Go really works for G928V?

king_korba said:
+1 - does this Wondershare Mobile Go really works for G928V?
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Nope. I downloaded it, does nothing. Cant even detect my phone. Its a waste of time. The bootloader cannot be unlocked on this model because of Verizon and no one is working on a root method because the device is already too old. Im going to sell it and upgrade to a S7 edge. Right now you can get a used S7 edge on ebay for under $250. Just avoid the verizon models.

[Help] [SM-S903VL] Help Rooting a Samsung Galaxy S5

Hi, my name is Kit and I am having trouble locating information on how to root the specific model for my phone.
Phone:Samsung Galaxy S5​
Model:SM-S903VL​
Carrier: Straight Talk​
Android Version: 6.0.1​
Baseband Version: S903VLUDU4APH3​
Kernal Version:
3.4.0-8867563
[email protected] #1
Wed Aug 10 18:39:36 KST 2016​
Build Number: MMB29M.S903VLUDU4APH3​
Any help in pointing me in the right direction would be greatly appreciated. I have tried looking about and only found a Chinese Website that mentioned the Firmware.
I am not sure if there isn't a root or if I am simply misunderstanding how to do something.
Please and thank you for taking time to try to help me.

Sorry for the double post and bump, but it has been a few days, and my topic seemed to be drifting away from page 1 and 2.
I still do need assistance if anyone can help.
Please and thank you.

I would like information too just got this phone and would like to root if possible.

same here, theres hardly any info about this phone.

I want this so hard

Do all of you have the same as me? Model, Build, Version and all of that?

Kitkun said:
Do all of you have the same as me? Model, Build, Version and all of that?
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I believe so

Do you guys have an app for this device, Samsung Video, that just refuses to update?

qkzoo said:
Do you guys have an app for this device, Samsung Video, that just refuses to update?
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Yep! I assumed it was from the fact that I had a Samsung Galaxy S4 before this phone. And I used that phone to restore my apps from. It says about Samsung Video (S4 & Note3) I believe for me.
Any ideas?

qkzoo said:
Do you guys have an app for this device, Samsung Video, that just refuses to update?
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Yes it plagues me as well as the samsung beaming service

mortj19 said:
Yes it plagues me as well as the samsung beaming service
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I haven't seen the beaming service app refuse to update. I'm not sure why it's doing this. The only thing I can assume is the new version of Samsung Video in the app store isn't compatible with the Galaxy S5 (or the installed firmware), and that somebody in quality control wasn't doing their due diligence.
I've been really happy with this phone so far, just wish I could root it. I haven't tried any suggested methods yet, I'm waiting to see what successes other people are having first before I brick my phone (I'm chicken!). I've been following this thread as well:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...p-rooting-straight-talk-s5-sm-s903vl-t3503505

Just got this phone about a month or so ago and I can't find anything about rooting it. It is very frustrating because everyone keeps ignoring posts about this phone and it then drifts away and nothing gets answered. I have tried the @kxhan15 's method on root a similar version from Straight Talk but fails in ODIN trying to flash TWRP. I really wish someone would come to the rescue with an answer!

I don't know if there is some other information I can provide that may help or where else to look for assistance. In all honesty I just feel useless having to wait.

Give us root! Dev gods hear our cries!

I have these files. Anyone know what to do to make it into root?
AP_S903VLUDU4APH3_CL8867563_QB10607737_REV00_user_ low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
AP_S903VLUDU4APH3_CL8867563_QB10607737_REV00_user_ low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
CP_S903VLUDU4APH3_CL8867563_QB10607737_REV00_user_ low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
CSC_TFN_S903VLTFN4APH3_CL8867563_QB10607737_REV00_ user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
KLTE_USA_TFNVZWFRP.pit
Download them from my drive... https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B4954IfsDiYKUmkyZkNIMVhrOUk

Doesn't the TowelRoot v3 app let you modify some code to let you use it with phones that are not yet compatible? I looked into it but I don't quite understand it.
Hopefully someone is working on it behind the scenes and is just keeping it under wraps.
Maybe it will be a holiday present for us! Wishful thinking though.

Kitkun said:
Doesn't the TowelRoot v3 app let you modify some code to let you use it with phones that are not yet compatible? I looked into it but I don't quite understand it.
Hopefully someone is working on it behind the scenes and is just keeping it under wraps.
Maybe it will be a holiday present for us! Wishful thinking though.
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Tried it just now. Freezes the app and does not root the phone...

Same Phone. Same Problem
Im in the same boat. I really need help rooting this phone to use one another network. Can anyone confirm Towlroot or srsroot working? Mind showing me the way? Help? :angel:

spikeyetter said:
Im in the same boat. I really need help rooting this phone to use one another network. Can anyone confirm Towlroot or srsroot working? Mind showing me the way? Help? :angel:
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nothing found on google works with this phone, I have searched far and wide for like a month now.

I found a root method, kind of... https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/general/downgrade-to-4-4-2-factory-test-t3530449

help please, somebody. WHY DOES NO ONE POST NOTHING FOR US CELLULAR VERSIONS?

So I'm no rooting expert but I'm certain that with directions in a read me text like this along with the so called answer to my prayers file that has Odin, root bat, and one image file and folder, won't address my fail on the Odin screen..... MY BOOTLOADER IS LOCKED LIKE I SAID...... I SEE NO FIX FOR IT NOR HAS ANYONE BEEN ABLE SEND ME SOMETHING THAT DOES ANYTHING.

Bruh as I said in your other post just follow these directions it's for all snapdragon devices and US carriers
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...ougat-t3566978

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Bruh as I said in your other post just follow these directions it's for all snapdragon devices and US carriers
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...ougat-t3566978
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It sent me here

idk why it sent you there seeing how i can see the thread right in front of me in that case just go to the Verizon section of the s7 edge and find the "ROOT Method For Nougat" it works on all carriers, and on your thread yes i know it says "Verizon" but the root is designed to work for all variant`s just follow the directions.

takes me to the right thread. Not sure why it's not working for you...

That link isn't working for me either.