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[ROOT][FC09]

Hey guys!
I have a root method for the OG Epic on Android 2.3.6 FC09!
All the requirments are that you install ODIN from the link below and download the proper files from the links below as well!!
Step one) put your device into Download Mode
Step 2) Connect to your computer and make sure ODIN recognizes your device
Step 3) Flash the Clockworkmod.tar.md5. Make sure EVERYTHING is unchecked INCLUDING AUTOREBOOT!!!!
Step 4) Once ODIN does its thang, unplug your phone and pull the battery
Step 5) Now reboot into CWM Recovery by pressing and holding the power button, camera, and volume down button until the capacitive buttons at the bottom show
Step 6) Now locate the ROM.zip. It should be called DeodexedFC09.zip
Step 7) Wipe Data/Factory Reset, Wipe Cache Partition, Wipe Dalvik Cache, and if you want Wipe Batt Stats
Step 8) Now reboot, and you should be running Stock Rooted FC09!
Enjoy!!
ODIN:http://www.mediafire.com/?66csfeo1ce95ysw
CWM TAR: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1357655
Stock FC09:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1580931

We have had a root method for quite some time now. Same method since EI22.
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Same method since like... the old leaks...
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Thanks for trying to help the community, and welcome to the Epic forum
As you can see, some of the old timers like to pounce on the new posters, so please take it all in stride

Ummm...hi...welcome here...we are all rooted here and have been for a long time. It sounds like you are just writing out the instructions in qbking77's video using my FC09 deodexed ROM to root. Same thing but thanks for trying.
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Greatly appreciated! If you've got that down...try learning more! There is lots out there to learn! For instance trying different roms and kernals and see what you can find that someone hasn't or learn to build app(I'm working on one). Skys the limits....Always Challenge Yourself, even if you complete one thing.
Thanks for helping the Community, someone will find this helpful!
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You get a thanks for trying...

Lol, finally our Savior has arrived and taught us all how to root our phones! I thought it could never be done! Haha, jokes aside, thanks for trying to help and welcome to OG epic boot camp.
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Haha! Thank you. I'm more experienced than you think but since xda makes you post 10 times before unlocking the goodies, I couldn't share all my knowledge!
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DroidModder said:
Haha! Thank you. I'm more experienced than you think but since xda makes you post 10 times before unlocking the goodies, I couldn't share all my knowledge!
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With this thread and the necessary hazing required for newbies, I am tempted to ask what your next thread may be? How to install ICS on the Samsung Epic? (Hazing complete)
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I kinda like these written threads over the videos.

shane6374 said:
I kinda like these written threads over the videos.
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There are like 5 of them already
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If memory serves; didn't Mkasick write a zip that prevented the stock recovery overwrite? This way, you could leave the "auto reboot" box checked in Odin when rooting? I seem to remember a follow-up QBK77 video chronicling such an event...

If u wanna keep the hazing going go ahead. But I'm not a newbie. Lol. I'll probably post a how to root the galaxy s3 tutorial
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DroidModder said:
If u wanna keep the hazing going go ahead. But I'm not a newbie. Lol. I'll probably post a how to root the galaxy s3 tutorial
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Nah, I think they're done. Welcome to the Machine!
Are you a dev?

Haha yeah. I'm a dev, just not recognized by xda yet. Hope to be soon!
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orlzzt said:
If memory serves; didn't Mkasick write a zip that prevented the stock recovery overwrite? This way, you could leave the "auto reboot" box checked in Odin when rooting? I seem to remember a follow-up QBK77 video chronicling such an event...
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Sure did... its what I ued to mke recovery stick before I realized its an unnecessary step if you're going to flash a rom after anways...

MДЯCЦSДИT said:
There are like 5 of them already
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When I was looking for the new method the only thing I found the specifically talked about root access was the video. I know that there is a thread in development but you have to dig into the thread a bit since it's not stated in the OP.

DroidModder said:
If u wanna keep the hazing going go ahead. But I'm not a newbie. Lol. I'll probably post a how to root the galaxy s3 tutorial
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Since I have to wait until July 1st it better be there waiting for me in the Sprint S3 dev section..lol.
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Root

I'm buying a nexus 7 today? Is there a root process for it, and if so, could someone post a link? Also this forum seems to be a bit different so which section would it be posted in? I'm used to the phone forums and its normally posted in original development. Sorry did being a noob to this device. Any help is appreciated.
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I see so many types of root available. Very confusing. I'm buying one from office depot.
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treIII said:
I see so many types of root available. Very confusing. I'm buying one from office depot.
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This thread will get you what you need http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1816048

fastboot oem unlock, fastboot flash a custom recovery, flash either the su binaries or a custom rom using your new recovery, reboot and profit. the method is the same for all nexus devices.

I don't mean to seem ridiculous but isn't there a much simpler method. I'd prefer the easy way out this time of possible. I've done enough with an HTC phone.
I thought they're was a toolkit that made it simple? But I can't find it now.
Oh, and thanks for the responses
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The method outlined is safe, simple and will work on any Nexus device as mentioned. Why not try?
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comminus said:
The method outlined is safe, simple and will work on any Nexus device as mentioned. Why not try?
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I got my son a new laptop. He doesn't want me messing with it. So if I had some small files and deleted them rather than Sdk he'd be happier. Just got to respect his wishes. At least for now..... Will the tool kit work on the new n7 I just purchased and will someone post a url? I can't find it for window 7 64 bit .
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The toolkit will work if you're still on 4.1.2. Once it updated to 4.2.1 I had to download sdk etc etc
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This one claims the latest version works with 4.2.1 but I haven't tried it. I came out after I rooted my n7 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1809195
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treIII said:
I don't mean to seem ridiculous but isn't there a much simpler method. I'd prefer the easy way out this time of possible. I've done enough with an HTC phone.
I thought they're was a toolkit that made it simple? But I can't find it now.
Oh, and thanks for the responses
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simms22 said:
fastboot oem unlock, fastboot flash a custom recovery, flash either the su binaries or a custom rom using your new recovery, reboot and profit. the method is the same for all nexus devices.
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this ^^^^^^ it really cant get much simpler to root a phone, really
if youre worried about the size of the sdk find adb.exe and fastboot.exe and the drivers you need, a quick search will get you all of the above

demkantor said:
this ^^^^^^ it really cant get much simpler to root a phone, really
if youre worried about the size of the sdk find adb.exe and fastboot.exe and the drivers you need, a quick search will get you all of the above
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This ^^. So much, this. I don't even...
treIII said:
So if I had some small files and deleted them rather than Sdk he'd be happier.
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I've added links for drivers and platform tools (contains adb and fastboot) in my signature. That should make things even easier!

Nexus tool similar to Samsungs' Odin?

Hello everyone!
I am planning to buy a nexus 4 as soon as it is back in stock. I currently have a gs2 and I realized that it has some amazing Dev support. Most of my phones have been Samsung, so I am most familiar with their development. What I mean is the Odin is an easy one click solution to most problems, and there is even mobile Odin so I can flash on the go!
It is quite amazing, I just flashed a stock ROM to get a GPS lock then back to cm10.1 with no issue, without a computer. These things have saved me on multiple occasions.
My question is, is the development here as advanced or more advanced? Are there tools that easily allow you to root, back up, restore, and flash your phone?
I have a nexus 7 and there is a tool that does that for PC, is it compatible with the 4? And is there anyway to do that on the phone?
My biggest concern is getting in over my head. I recently tried the galaxy s 3 and thought I knew what I was doing, but there was a surprising lack of development there, and returning to stock took me hours and many Google searches. Want to make sure the process is simpler here before I start messing with my new nexus 4. I am never worried about breaking my gs2. But on my nexus 7 I have left it as stock rooted because I didn't want to venture too far into unknown territory.
Thank you all for any answers.
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I think I answered my own question. I guess my question is: to those of you that have had Samsung phones and used Odin. Do you feel as supported and prepared as you did with those great tools?
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Censura_Umbra said:
I think I answered my own question. I guess my question is: to those of you that have had Samsung phones and used Odin. Do you feel as supported and prepared as you did with those great tools?
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I hate Odin. Give me fastboot and stock .img files and I'm "supported and prepared."
Also, before tackling a device, ALWAYS know how to fix a bootloop/soft brick. The fact that you're asking tells me you haven't read enough. No offense.

Please read this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1469909
Edit. Fixed link.
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estallings15 said:
I hate Odin. Give me fastboot and stock .img files and I'm "supported and prepared."
Also, before tackling a device, ALWAYS know how to fix a bootloop/soft brick. The fact that you're asking tells me you haven't read enough. No offense.
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None taken. You are right. I have repaired all types of Samsung devices both hardware and software but this is my first nexus phone. Thank you for the answer though.
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El Daddy said:
Please read this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1619716
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Thanks but that thread was about a dock.
I know how to use the nexus tool but I would like to know how I fix it by myself with the IMG for. Anyone that can point me to a thread about this?
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Censura_Umbra said:
Thanks but that thread was about a dock.
I know how to use the nexus tool but I would like to know how I fix it by myself with the IMG for. Anyone that can point me to a thread about this?
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My bad. I copied the wrong link. It has been fixed.
I am strongly against toolkits and the link I have corrected in my previous post explains why.
I'd suggest you read efrant's nexus 4 101 guide here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2010338
Also check out jubakuba's guide sticked in the Q&A section. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2018179
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Used Odin on my T999,i9100/i9300, as well as i747.. It is nowhere near as simple as fastboot. Odin is great, sure but fastboot is much cleaner and much less can go wrong.
You started off on the right foot by asking and making this thread instead of just blindly flashing, so props. The two others that have responded are by far my favorites in the N4 forums simply because they know what they are talking about and respond much more than I do
Make sure you learn your fastboot commands and you will be able to recovery from bad flashes, etc easily and in a matter of minutes.
Also, the toolkit should only be used AFTER you are familiar with commands - and lastly it no longer links to stock images but a few members here have them on their personal dropbox accounts. I recommend downloading those so you have them handy.
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+1 on fastboot commands.
Know those commands and invest some of your time learning at least the basics. It will get you out of sticky situations. Not just for N4 but for future Android devices you'll own. Avoid root kits or at least until you know the concept behind how it does its thing.
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joshnichols189 said:
Used Odin on my T999,i9100/i9300, as well as i747.. It is nowhere near as simple as fastboot. Odin is great, sure but fastboot is much cleaner and much less can go wrong.
You started off on the right foot by asking and making this thread instead of just blindly flashing, so props. The two others that have responded are by far my favorites in the N4 forums simply because they know what they are talking about and respond much more than I do
Make sure you learn your fastboot commands and you will be able to recovery from bad flashes, etc easily and in a matter of minutes.
Also, the toolkit should only be used AFTER you are familiar with commands - and lastly it no longer links to stock images but a few members here have them on their personal dropbox accounts. I recommend downloading those so you have them handy.
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Well said!
I keep the stock .img files, as well as the drivers and adb folder (including fastboot) in my drop box so that I can access them from any computer in a pinch.
Thanks to undercover for that!

Censura_Umbra said:
Thanks but that thread was about a dock.
I know how to use the nexus tool but I would like to know how I fix it by myself with the IMG for. Anyone that can point me to a thread about this?
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Yay someone who doesn't want to use a toolkit. :sly:
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Toolkits are great for quick fixes or more advanced things (like flashing without increasing the flash counter) but I always worry that maybe the version I have is out of date. I've used fast boot commands in the post. But they have always fine with detailed instructions in a preset folder. The more I know about android the better.
Thanks for all of the help and the reading materials
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So I read the post about toolkits and I agree. But I have unbricked my phone using ADB before. And I think a toolkit like the nexus toolkit is useful because it has so many processes in one place. Easy and quick repairs for the flashaholic on the run. Though I will be rooting and installing cwm manually. I will probably use the nexus toolkit for its many easy to access features that have saved my nexus 7.
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Censura_Umbra said:
Toolkits are great for quick fixes or more advanced things (like flashing without increasing the flash counter) but I always worry that maybe the version I have is out of date. I've used fast boot commands in the post. But they have always fine with detailed instructions in a preset folder. The more I know about android the better.
Thanks for all of the help and the reading materials
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Just so you know, there is no flash counter to worry about here.
Also, this business about lots of things in one place is interesting, as there isn't much to have. Throw everything you need on drop box and you'll always have it. Your recovery img, bootloader.img, system.img, boot.img, adb/fastboot driver, etc. Then you're golden.
I think you're used to things being more complicated. Welcome to the world of Nexus.

This phone does have a dedicated "download mode," just like Samsung phones. A LG tool is probably out there somewhere. Is it public though?

estallings15 said:
Just so you know, there is no flash counter to worry about here.
Also, this business about lots of things in one place is interesting, as there isn't much to have. Throw everything you need on drop box and you'll always have it. Your recovery img, bootloader.img, system.img, boot.img, adb/fastboot driver, etc. Then you're golden.
I think you're used to things being more complicated. Welcome to the world of Nexus.
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I meant on other devices.
Also the toolkit has cwm injection, temp cwm, and about 20 other options. That is what I meant by fast and east
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Censura_Umbra said:
I meant on other devices.
Also the toolkit has cwm injection, temp cwm, and about 20 other options. That is what I meant by fast and east
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Yes it has all of those options but you don't even need 90% of them after you initially unlock the bootloader and root the phone
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Idk. They were pretty useful when my wife bricked her nexus
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Censura_Umbra said:
Idk. They were pretty useful when my wife bricked her nexus
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And are also a big part of the reason 50 bazillion threads asking "How do I unbrick my Nexus?" exist. Using a toolkit helps you postpone getting comfortable with fastboot and keeping the necessary files handy.
We can go back and forth on this for the rest of our lives. Do it whatever way works for you. I'm done.

Another good thing about the toolkit is that you don't have to download 20 different things. CWM, SuperSU, drivers...it is a one stop shop.

[Q] Can't install apps?

I just recently restored my phone to stock and then rooted it again, after that I installed PA 3.5 (MAY 12)
Now I am trying to install several apps that I have on my SD card, I get to the screen where it prompts me to install them, but I absolutely cannot press the install button. I did check the installation from unknown sources on. Has anyone else had this issue? I tried factory resetting the phone but it didn't help, I know its a common issue as I used to have it on my sii but it would get fixed by just reflashing the rom. In this case nothing seems to help.
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It could be an issue with the new feature halo in the new PA builds. Try disabling it then installing the app.
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Try copy the apk (s) to another folder & try again
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gazhead said:
Try copy the apk (s) to another folder & try again
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And along comes someone who clearly has no idea what he is doing and is just throwing out random suggestion.
The solution was already posted above yours in case you didn't notice. Read the thread before you post please.

Eh? Where exactly? Plz enlighten me
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gazhead said:
Eh? Where exactly? Plz enlighten me
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O god...there's only one two posts above yours. I think u can find it.

snapper.fishes said:
And along comes someone who clearly has no idea what he is doing and is just throwing out random suggestion.
The solution was already posted above yours in case you didn't notice. Read the thread before you post please.
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I'm pretty sure the OP was looking for suggestions. Sometimes the littlest things will make difference. And before you go off on me, the post above his says "it could be" and "try" this. The OP never came back and stated this resolved his issue.

Wow!

Took me 4 hours but I am officially unlocked and rooted...now what?!?!?!?!
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icords81 said:
Took me 4 hours but I am officially unlocked and rooted...now what?!?!?!?!
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flash a custom recovery, try a boat load of rom's till you find one you love. good luck

try AwesomeBeats for nice good audio quality.

When you say "custom recovery" what are you referring to....I have already made a completeback up. Or are you referring to a bootable backup. Bit of a noon when it comes to flashing as my phone has a locked boot loader.
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Where do I find this? Is it on the play store?
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icords81 said:
When you say "custom recovery" what are you referring to....I have already made a completeback up. Or are you referring to a bootable backup. Bit of a noon when it comes to flashing as my phone has a locked boot loader.
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À custom recovery is a thing where you can for example flash a rom or make some nandroid backups.
This guy makes some good videos on how to install them.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WsW9upSbooM&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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icords81 said:
Took me 4 hours but I am officially unlocked and rooted...now what?!?!?!?!
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The only reason I opened this thread is to find out what you were "Wow"ing about. Next time you want help, why not give us a clue what you need.

I think you're doing it wrong... First you need to have a reason to root...

taqulic said:
I think you're doing it wrong... First you need to have a reason to root...
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custom rom ( the top ones in development are great! Using Vanir nightly right now and it is fantastic) Or look in to Xposed framework. Dsp mods are great too.

uprightbass360 said:
custom rom ( the top ones in development are great! Using Vanir nightly right now and it is fantastic) Or look in to Xposed framework. Dsp mods are great too.
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I'm all for exposed, I currently have xprivacy, app settings, and gravitybox installed, with stock ROM.
I haven't found a reason to install a custom ROM.

Four hours??? Adb reboot - bootloader, fastboot oem unlock, fastboot Flash recovery, done.

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Four hours??? Adb reboot - bootloader, fastboot oem unlock, fastboot Flash recovery, done.
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15mins for above procedure and 3 hours for finding correct drivers

You got that right. Drivers took forever.
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ayaskant12 said:
15mins for above procedure and 3 hours for finding correct drivers
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No kidding on that. It probably took me longer than that to figure out what I was doing exactly. Having the time of life with my new toy. Currently running a slightly modified build of aosp including a kernel hacked to load the touch firmware I like. Going to try Paranoid Android out next.
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stevemw said:
The only reason I opened this thread is to find out what you were "Wow"ing about. Next time you want help, why not give us a clue what you need.
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Holy crap dude let the dude be happy
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GhostNGoblins91 said:
Wow, I didn't know about this one! A rom intended for better sound quality is music to my ears, but what does it actually do? From what I understand, audiophiles aren't exactly crazy about Beats...
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AwesomeBeats is an audio mod by our form moderator ...Awesome...
Flash it on any ROM, and tweak the eq and bass, and you'll be having Awesome sound. I am an audiophile, who's craziy for the lowest and highest tones. Middle ones aren't my type. I've been using this mod for a long time, and I've often incorporated on my ROMs.

icords81 said:
When you say "custom recovery" what are you referring to...
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this would explain how it could take you 4 hours to root a nexus 7...

Thanks douche. I'm sure I have other skill sets that you're clueless on. I thought this was a community for asking questions and getting help.
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icords81 said:
Thanks douche. I'm sure I have other skill sets that you're clueless on. I thought this was a community for asking questions and getting help.
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Er, it's a community for developers (hence the xda-developers name), not a tech support forum. Us non-developers just kind of piggyback on the developers' workspace here.
Usually, before asking questions, members are expected to do a little research on their own. Beginner guides, which have been written by good people, are stickied all over the forums for that purpose. Those will answer basic questions like "what is a custom recovery." Refusing to read them and cluttering up the threads/forums with questions that stickies could could have answered is a little disrespectful. Stick around a little longer; you'll see for yourself how annoying they get when you see them pop up constantly.
I admit that the person you're replying to could have been more polite, but most people who ask sticky-answerable questions will probably eventually get similar responses.

Why in the world did you wait 4 hours to do that? I did it within 15 minute of having the device.