Hi, i have a AT&T S4. i just ran motochopper and rooted my device and installed Titanium Backup. i am totally new to this, i would like to remove all the AT&T crapped not needed and remove ads is possible. what is the best way to do this.
Thanks!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2282367
[TOOL] [ROOT] [DEBLOAT] i337 - ONE TOOL! Updated May/23
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292932
[Tools} Newb Pack
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Planktron, question if i used motochopper already can i run DEBLOAT over top of it?
thanks
I really don't think it would hurt but don't do it until someone smarter than I says it's Ok. I suggest sifting through that Newb Pack before anything though.
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Question, after running the debloat when i boot my AT&T it says Samsung and shows a white lock that says custom... is there a way to fix this or what happened.
Thanks
LilSnoop40 said:
Question, after running the debloat when i boot my AT&T it says Samsung and shows a white lock that says custom... is there a way to fix this or what happened.
Thanks
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I strongly suggest you go back and read the "root" threads for this information. You can use the forums "search" feature to find many other threads on the subject that should be helpful as well. Jumping into things without reading about them will only get you in trouble. At the very least, you will end up asking a bunch of questions that have already been answered many times. Good luck.
LilSnoop40 said:
Question, after running the debloat when i boot my AT&T it says Samsung and shows a white lock that says custom... is there a way to fix this or what happened.
Thanks
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Install supersu then uninstall superuser and reboot twice.
Please search the forums before asking these questions in the future! Thank you!
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ok sorry for the problems.
thanks
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I replaced my 16 with 32gb model rooted the phone and I just realized the custom warning on boot is not showing....
Why is that?
lowspeed said:
I replaced my 16 with 32gb model rooted the phone and I just realized the custom warning on boot is not showing....
Why is that?
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Means you rooted properly? Whenever I have to reroot, as long as I follow the steps provided I don't even get the custom screen, and this is on my 16Gb.
Use root checker to verify root though.
Thermalwolf said:
Means you rooted properly? Whenever I have to reroot, as long as I follow the steps provided I don't even get the custom screen, and this is on my 16Gb.
Use root checker to verify root though.
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Oh yeah definitely rooted
I rooted an follow the instructions to avoid the custom unlock Icon. No problem it did not show. Then three days later when I started the phone in the morning it showed. I tried unrooting (then no Icon) and rerooting but nothing seems to work, still have the Icon. I used both method the original and the revised to reroot.
Yes. Has nothing to do with rooting 'correctly'. It will reappear eventually. Always does.
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Baldilocks said:
Yes. Has nothing to do with rooting 'correctly'. It will reappear eventually. Always does.
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NEVER reappeared for me I'm still extremely confused about the phone just randomly choosing to do this..
Thermalwolf said:
NEVER reappeared for me I'm still extremely confused about the phone just randomly choosing to do this..
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No biggie really. Especially since we have the stock firmware and ODIN in case we need to restore it to factory.
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Baldilocks said:
No biggie really. Especially since we have the stock firmware and ODIN in case we need to restore it to factory.
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I guess, it just makes me wonder though, what's going on in the background of the phone that sets it back into custom mode. You're right though, it's not really a big deal since we can ODIN back
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Mine has always been there too but I don't care that much. I also debloated it so I suspect that's why mine is "custom".
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So I finally pulled the trigger and followed the instructions here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2277480
I am using Shabby's MDL and am absolutely floored by the huge difference in size differences from MDC to MDL. However I am curious about a few differences between the MDC. First let me say that everyone that has worked on this (Shabby, SXTP, Mudavo, etc) Thank you.
Now I am a newbie, but I am trying to educate myself, so please be patient while I ask questions. Under the Application Manager I am seeing a few apps (Com2uSPoker, Match3VS ) for example. I've already frozen Samsung Knox, and SEAndroid with Titanium Pro, but I'm wondering what the issue would be with me to remove some of these APKs all together (TripAdvisor and Swype for example)
Ideally I would like to do what I use to with the HTC and say pull the apks I don't use and put in ones that I like such as NovaLauncher over the EasyLauncher that is there. I am however very paranoid of having my brand new shiny turn into a brand new door stop.
Any advice or articles that you guys can point my way would be very appreciated. So my question is this, can I do all of the things I mentioned here? Would anything I do here be extremely bad?
DarqAnshin said:
So I finally pulled the trigger and followed the instructions here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2277480
I am using Shabby's MDL and am absolutely floored by the huge difference in size differences from MDC to MDL. However I am curious about a few differences between the MDC. First let me say that everyone that has worked on this (Shabby, SXTP, Mudavo, etc) Thank you.
Now I am a newbie, but I am trying to educate myself, so please be patient while I ask questions. Under the Application Manager I am seeing a few apps (Com2uSPoker, Match3VS ) for example. I've already frozen Samsung Knox, and SEAndroid with Titanium Pro, but I'm wondering what the issue would be with me to remove some of these APKs all together (TripAdvisor and Swype for example)
Ideally I would like to do what I use to with the HTC and say pull the apks I don't use and put in ones that I like such as NovaLauncher over the EasyLauncher that is there. I am however very paranoid of having my brand new shiny turn into a brand new door stop.
Any advice or articles that you guys can point my way would be very appreciated. So my question is this, can I do all of the things I mentioned here? Would anything I do here be extremely bad?
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Check out the Force Rom thread, there is a list of all of the safe to remove APK's as well as download links for all of them if you want to reinstall them.
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Make sure you use shaggy kernel for wifi fix. ForceRom rom disables it for some reason.
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TheClsr420 said:
Make sure you use shaggy kernel for wifi fix. ForceRom rom disables it for some reason.
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Nah I'm sticking to the modified stock kernel. I did notice that some of my quadrant scores dropped when I killed some of the apps. Weird, but I'll figure it out.
[Q] S4 questions please help
Hi all I'm new to android and have been reading a ton
But have a few question?
1. I have a bell s4 Smg-i337 with latest firmware (I believe moto chopper will not work)
But think cw autoroot root method works
Am I correct or how can I root with latest firmware
2. If I install GE rom will it use less storage
(Right now Touchwiz only give my phone like 9.2gb but I read the GE editions s4 doesn't use up as much space)
So will flashing a rom free up space ?
3. Is removing bloat ware bad previously I would just freeze the app but I'm curious about removing it (I read somewhere that if u remove it it screws up ur phone for updates ?
Is that true?
That's all for now thank you
duboisbrian said:
[Q] S4 questions please help
Hi all I'm new to android and have been reading a ton
But have a few question?
1. I have a bell s4 Smg-i337 with latest firmware (I believe moto chopper will not work)
But think cw autoroot root method works
Am I correct or how can I root with latest firmware
2. If I install GE rom will it use less storage
(Right now Touchwiz only give my phone like 9.2gb but I read the GE editions s4 doesn't use up as much space)
So will flashing a rom free up space ?
3. Is removing bloat ware bad previously I would just freeze the app but I'm curious about removing it (I read somewhere that if u remove it it screws up ur phone for updates ?
Is that true?
That's all for now thank you
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All 3 of your questions can be found in previous threads already. There's a thread about what bloatware is safe to remove. Also a thread about which ROM is better for space and speed. And rooting
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Links?
My brains is a little overloaded with info just trying to get some basic answer to some question?
1. I personally don't know
2. No all the partitions will remain the same. To repartition could be dangerous and is often best left alone.
3. The stock ROM scans itself at every boot to make sure everything is there and a padlock boot loader animation will appear. Uninstalling the wrong apps could delete necessary files for other apps and features so they are best frozen on stock, that is what I believe personally.
Ps next time use the search function.
Tylor
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Wait you have bell s4 i337? Not i337m? I was under the impression that only at&t and sprint have i337 :/
Anyways yes cw auto root is the way to go. But make sure your build doesn't end in MF3. I think at&t i337 have a locked boot loader, just be careful that you don't flash Roms if you have mf3. However you can still root using cw root even with a locked boot loader.
How did u manage to get an i337 s4 on bell network?
A custum ROM will give u about 9.7gb of free space. The main reason why people like to flash Roms is to get rid of TW, no bloatware, snappy phone, battery life, and sweet features eg halo))).
Good luck!!
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Thank you all for the help
Little confused about question 2
Tylorw1 says portions stay the same with installing custom rom
But eagertolearn say custom rom will give u 9.7gb of free space
So which is it ?
Does custom rom repatrion to use only what it needs or does it just replace the rom in the memory Samsung used up?
duboisbrian said:
Thank you all for the help
Little confused about question 2
Tylorw1 says portions stay the same with installing custom rom
But eagertolearn say custom rom will give u 9.7gb of free space
So which is it ?
Does custom rom repatrion to use only what it needs or does it just replace the rom in the memory Samsung used up?
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9.7 is what it is partitioned on stock, the other 5.5gb is the system partition so it is one and the same. All it does is install the ROM in the partition, not repartition.
Tylor
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Ok thank you
Lastly I was aware of making sure of deleting bloatware and making sure it safe to remove
But no one answered if removing it affect updating
1. Say an update came out and I remove a bunch of bloatware apps. Will I have any issues updating ?
2. What do most people like to do just freeze or remove.
3. Is there any benefit of removing over freezing ? Since u don't gain any space with removing does it have any advantage?
??
Any answers to previous post?
duboisbrian said:
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Any answers to previous post?
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Yep, those questions have been answered several times.
Which post answers my previous 3 questions??
""""1. Say an update came out and I remove a bunch of bloatware apps. Will I have any issues updating ?
2. What do most people like to do just freeze or remove.
3. Is there any benefit of removing over freezing ? Since u don't gain any space with removing does it have any advantage?"""
duboisbrian said:
Which post answers my previous 3 questions??
""""1. Say an update came out and I remove a bunch of bloatware apps. Will I have any issues updating ?
2. What do most people like to do just freeze or remove.
3. Is there any benefit of removing over freezing ? Since u don't gain any space with removing does it have any advantage?"""
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The search function should bring them up for you.
scott14719 said:
Yep, those questions have been answered several times.
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Have searched there is talk about these topic but don't answer my specific question
Instead of constantly saying search the forum (WHICH I HAVE DONE)
It would take 1 minute to just answer my questions if you know the answer
That's why I have taken to the forums for help
Seems I'm it picked the wrong forum to take to as all the staff does in here instead of taking 1 minute to answer a question
They constantly tell ur to search (WHICH again I have done and learned a lot Now I'm at a point I have a few "specific" question that I can't seem to find on the forum
Thank you
duboisbrian said:
Have searched there is talk about these topic but don't answer my specific question
Instead of constantly saying search the forum (WHICH I HAVE DONE)
It would take 1 minute to just answer my questions if you know the answer
That's why I have taken to the forums for help
Seems I'm it picked the wrong forum to take to as all the staff does in here instead of taking 1 minute to answer a question
They constantly tell ur to search (WHICH again I have done and learned a lot Now I'm at a point I have a few "specific" question that I can't seem to find on the forum
Thank you
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Staff? Do you think people are here to serve you? I will be ignoring you now...as I hope the rest of your "staff" will as well. Good day Boss man. And if you actually tried reading and learning the three answers you are looking for (and much much more) is readily available. I am sorry to waste your valuable time trying to help you to actually find the answers you need.
Help lol
"The search function should bring them up for you."
thank for the info I wast aware of a search button ..??
Very helpful. you must be very knowledgable to be a mod and instead of helping you just constantly say use search button!
I don't mean to start a fight and will stop. I just wanted to share a users opinion not ending to be rude.. Clearly take wrong way sorry
So if you are able to answer some specific question that would be appreciated if not then please dont clog my thread and allow another android friend to help
Thank you
Lastly I was aware of making sure of deleting bloatware and making sure it safe to remove
But no one answered if removing it affect updating
1. Say an update came out and I remove a bunch of bloatware apps. Will I have any issues updating ?
2. What do most people like to do just freeze or remove.
3. Is there any benefit of removing over freezing ? Since u don't gain any space with removing does it have any advantage?
I will try and help - this is just an attempt and not proven
1. Say an update came out and I remove a bunch of bloatware apps. Will I have any issues updating ?
-use common sense, removing AT&T Family Map or YouTube probably will not have any impact. Removing something that you dont have a clear definition of like for example BandService or CapabilityManagerService may cause serious issues.
2. What do most people like to do just freeze or remove.
-I doubt most people vote on such things. I freeze myself, if something doesnt work, I can unfreeze easier than I can go and find the replacement app out on the internet
3. Is there any benefit of removing over freezing ? Since u don't gain any space with removing does it have any advantage?
-remove = gain space at expense of if you need it in the future, you will need to make a task of it
-freeze = dont reclaim space but have safety net of immediately unfreezing and getting back functionality
Suggestion: How about freezing until you have a space issue, then deal with what to do at that point?
Before you freeze/remove, google the app first and see if some poor [email protected]@rd is trying figure out how to fix what he just eliminated
Good luck - have fun - be careful
atari800 said:
I will try and help - this is just an attempt and not proven
1. Say an update came out and I remove a bunch of bloatware apps. Will I have any issues updating ?
-use common sense, removing AT&T Family Map or YouTube probably will not have any impact. Removing something that you dont have a clear definition of like for example BandService or CapabilityManagerService may cause serious issues.
2. What do most people like to do just freeze or remove.
-I doubt most people vote on such things. I freeze myself, if something doesnt work, I can unfreeze easier than I can go and find the replacement app out on the internet
3. Is there any benefit of removing over freezing ? Since u don't gain any space with removing does it have any advantage?
-remove = gain space at expense of if you need it in the future, you will need to make a task of it
-freeze = dont reclaim space but have safety net of immediately unfreezing and getting back functionality
Suggestion: How about freezing until you have a space issue, then deal with what to do at that point?
Before you freeze/remove, google the app first and see if some poor [email protected]@rd is trying figure out how to fix what he just eliminated
Good luck - have fun - be careful
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Another reason to freeze is if you remove an app and yet another updates comes your way, the app will be placed back on your phone. If that app already existed and was frozen, will remain frozen with the next update. At least that's what happens when you update a ROM.
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Good stuff Locoman
:good:
THANK You.
U guys were a lot of help
Just switched from iPhone and will never go back
All question are answered
Thanks again
You could have avoided alot of this, use the google search, and 98% will point you to the correct thread in xda, just trying to help you for the future questions you may have, you will run into this issue again.
Good luck sir.
Thanks
I have tried to find this all over the xda forums and I'm sorry if I have over looked it somewhere but here goes...
I'm working on trying to root my new Galaxy S4 SGM-M919 from T-Mobile. I have managed to use Odin and flashed the stock firmware so I can confirm Odin works with my make/model but I have not found a tutorial on the xda forums that tells n00bs what to do.
Currently I have been using the following threads to try to get it rooted...
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189539
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671969
On the ladder one I got my stock firmware to flash so that's a step in the right direction, but I can't seem to find any type of "insecure kernel" used in the "quick root" section.
Could someone point me in the right direction please?
arvo.bowen said:
I have tried to find this all over the xda forums and I'm sorry if I have over looked it somewhere but here goes...
I'm working on trying to root my new Galaxy S4 SGM-M919 from T-Mobile. I have managed to use Odin and flashed the stock firmware so I can confirm Odin works with my make/model but I have not found a tutorial on the xda forums that tells n00bs what to do.
Currently I have been using the following threads to try to get it rooted...
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189539
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671969
On the ladder one I got my stock firmware to flash so that's a step in the right direction, but I can't seem to find any type of "insecure kernel" used in the "quick root" section.
Could someone point me in the right direction please?
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Hi,
Look HERE
Ask in the help thread in Q&A if you are not sure.
Sent telepathically from my S4
malybru said:
Hi,
Look HERE
Ask in the help thread in Q&A if you are not sure.
Sent telepathically from my S4
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Thanks! Just what I was looking for...
malybru said:
Hi,
Look HERE
Ask in the help thread in Q&A if you are not sure.
Sent telepathically from my S4
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Hey Malybru,
Know any Roms for the M919 that will let me keep Wifi Calling? Tried the 4.3 Google Play Rom but it doesn't have it. Back on stock with root until I find a solution.
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jmaddox31 said:
Hey Malybru,
Know any Roms for the M919 that will let me keep Wifi Calling? Tried the 4.3 Google Play Rom but it doesn't have it. Back on stock with root until I find a solution.
Sent from my SGH-M919 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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Hi,
The 919 is not my phone.
Perhaps you should ask HERE
Someone there will be more likely to be able to help you.
How too
arvo.bowen said:
I have tried to find this all over the xda forums and I'm sorry if I have over looked it somewhere but here goes...
I'm working on trying to root my new Galaxy S4 SGM-M919 from T-Mobile. I have managed to use Odin and flashed the stock firmware so I can confirm Odin works with my make/model but I have not found a tutorial on the xda forums that tells n00bs what to do.
Currently I have been using the following threads to try to get it rooted...
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189539
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671969
On the ladder one I got my stock firmware to flash so that's a step in the right direction, but I can't seem to find any type of "insecure kernel" used in the "quick root" section.
Could someone point me in the right direction please?
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Hey man, first download odin 1.85, go to this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2294005 is located in this same site. Follow instruction but basically create a backup of all you applications and phone contacts!!! after that power off phone then when its off hold down volume down button and home button then while holding those button press the power button and when it vibrates let go of power while still holding volume down and home (you will get to the download screen. When you see the screen start odin using administration rights then press the volume up on phone. Under the PDA look for the suto jfl file and start it up and it will root for you. Once the phone starts open the store and update SuperSu (I suggest buying the professional to show support) after update open it and let it update the binary files. Your are now rooted my friend, I suggest get titanium backup, adaway, F-Droid (google it F-Droid apk download) install that and look for AdAway, get ROM Manager to flash and backup your current rom, also get triangle away to reset the flash but can only be used on stock rom and being rooted. If this helps please give that thumbs up. Good luck
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jmaddox31 said:
Hey Malybru,
Know any Roms for the M919 that will let me keep Wifi Calling? Tried the 4.3 Google Play Rom but it doesn't have it. Back on stock with root until I find a solution.
Sent from my SGH-M919 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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I use Infamous ROMs, they are the best in my opinion, lets you fully customize the phones look and keeps the stock applications but without the bloat stuff and very reliable and fast oh and it comes with a few other apps for over clocking. Buy their 3Minit Settings from the store to show support and this will also let you customize the look and feel of the phone and it can be used with all of their custom ROMs.
I'm on 4.3 OFW Infamous v10 Galaxy S4 (this can be install on many different versions phones, just follow the instructions while installing.
I'm receiving my new VZW G2 tomorrow. Just was wondering what the best root/ unlock method to use is? Any ROM suggestions. Any help would be appreciated. I apologize in advance if this is the wrong section.
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jzmax22 said:
I'm receiving my new VZW G2 tomorrow. Just was wondering what the best root/ unlock method to use is? Any ROM suggestions. Any help would be appreciated. I apologize in advance if this is the wrong section.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2
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You may want to look in this section "G2 Android Development (Verizon)"
You should be able to find everything you need there.
jzmax22 said:
Just was wondering what the best root/ unlock method to use is?
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There is no bootloader unlock, but we have the loki exploit. This is a workaround that circumvents the need to unlock the bootloader to install ROMs, etc. So with that out of the way, to root you'd want to use this thread.
jzmax22 said:
Any ROM suggestions.
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Check out the development section for the Verizon G2. It should have you covered. CyanogenMod/AOSP-based ROMs are still unstable as of yet, but Verizon progress is arriving quick. If I were you, I'd wait until they do a beta release and perhaps have support for double-tap to wake.
All other ROMs are based off stock. They are a huge improvement over your factory ROM, removing bloatware and such. I like CleanROM for the AT&T variant, but have found that for straight-up features and de-bloat on Verizon, Malladus is quite nice and wins my recommendation. It also has the fix for Mobile Hotspot not reporting to Verizon baked in, as well as a smaller nav bar. I highly recommend using the mods in that thread to get the Recents key on your navigation bar instead of menu. Much more useful.
jzmax22 said:
I apologize in advance if this is the wrong section.
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It is the wrong section! The first post, a sticky, in this forum reads: This device has its own Q&A Forum... Please use it. Questions do not go in GENERAL.
It's okay though, your thread will hopefully be moved. I still answered your question. Just know that some people will be bothered by the clutter we've created
jzmax22 said:
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Oh boy, are you in for a treat. I came from the Galaxy Nexus as well. Couldn't be happier with the battery life, among everything else.
Sacrosaint said:
There is no bootloader unlock, but we have the loki exploit. This is a workaround that circumvents the need to unlock the bootloader to install ROMs, etc. So with that out of the way, to root you'd want to use this thread.
Check out the development section for the Verizon G2. It should have you covered. CyanogenMod/AOSP-based ROMs are still unstable as of yet, but Verizon progress is arriving quick. If I were you, I'd wait until they do a beta release and perhaps have support for double-tap to wake.
All other ROMs are based off stock. They are a huge improvement over your factory ROM, removing bloatware and such. I like CleanROM for the AT&T variant, but have found that for straight-up features and de-bloat on Verizon, Malladus is quite nice and wins my recommendation. It also has the fix for Mobile Hotspot not reporting to Verizon baked in, as well as a smaller nav bar. I highly recommend using the mods in that thread to get the Recents key on your navigation bar instead of menu. Much more useful.
It is the wrong section! The first post, a sticky, in this forum reads: This device has its own Q&A Forum... Please use it. Questions do not go in GENERAL.
It's okay though, your thread will hopefully be moved. I still answered your question. Just know that some people will be bothered by the clutter we've created
Oh boy, are you in for a treat. I came from the Galaxy Nexus as well. Couldn't be happier with the battery life, among everything else.
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Thanks for all the great info! Greatly appreciated! I'm pretty familiar with Loki. I had the s4 for a short stint.
Can't wait for the G2!
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2
I came from a GNex as well. I've had my G2 for about 2 weeks now and I'm in love and still finding out little things about it. The rear buttons will take some time to get used to and are styled differently than the other variants. I like the others better but you'll get the hang of it.
I flashed Malladus 1.1.3 last night and it's a huge improvement over stock. It's debloated (there is a ton of bloat on this thing) and doesn't have any negative effects on battery life. One tip I can offer is instead of following the directions to install TWRP, download the free app called Flashify and flash the recovery image. It took two seconds and worked like a charm.
Lockett said:
One tip I can offer is instead of following the directions to install TWRP, download the free app called Flashify and flash the recovery image. It took two seconds and worked like a charm.
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Please do not use Flashify, and please do not recommend Flashify. There is a chance that it will ruin your boot partition, putting your phone into a bootloop that can only be fixed by flashing back to stock. Take the few seconds needed to run the proper adb commands in this thread.
Option 2 is easy and safe. Please use it as opposed to Flashify. The devs on Freenode #lg-g2 have had to help a LOT of people who got screwed over by that app, and therefore removed it from that thread. Please proceed with caution.
Sacrosaint said:
Please do not use Flashify, and please do not recommend Flashify. There is a chance that it will ruin your boot partition, putting your phone into a bootloop that can only be fixed by flashing back to stock. Take the few seconds needed to run the proper adb commands in this thread.
Option 2 is easy and safe. Please use it as opposed to Flashify. The devs on Freenode #lg-g2 have had to help a LOT of people who got screwed over by that app, and therefore removed it from that thread. Please proceed with caution.
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Thanks for the heads up. I generally use an adb method opposed to the one click methods. Thanks for all the community support, this why XDA is the best.
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This is actually the easiest device I've ever rooted and installed custom recovery. Probably because there was no need to unlock bootloader.
It was quite breeze. I just hope the development for the VZW version picks up.I'm sure it will soon!
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