HI All,
Long time lurker
I get a bit overwhelmed with rooting / flashing and such but yesterday i received my RMA Nexus 4 and decided to give it a crack as it was a fresh start.
Used CF-Root on my Nexus 4, then i flashed Paranoid Android (v3) using Rom Manager (both excellent bits of software and really easy to use) i was so impressed with Paranoid Android (love the tablet mode) so decided to give it a go on my Nexus 7
Used CF-Root again and unlocked boot loader and rooted ok, installed Rom Manger and booted to recovery but it gave me errors when i attempted to load Paranoid Android so i exited and now back just stock software.
I used the same ROM for Paranoid Android that i used for the Nexus 4, i wasn't able to fine a specific build for the Nexus 7 so assumed that they use the same ROM? i now think i was wrong but cant find a specific ROM for my Nexus 7
Would someone be kind enough to tell me if i do need a different build for the Nexus 7 and also if i need a different GAAPS download?
Thanks in advance and sorry if this has been posted before, so much conflicting information and out of date links around the web, i just wanted to be sure.
Cheers
Steve
nexussteve said:
HI All,
Long time lurker
I get a bit overwhelmed with rooting / flashing and such but yesterday i received my RMA Nexus 4 and decided to give it a crack as it was a fresh start.
Used CF-Root on my Nexus 4, then i flashed Paranoid Android (v3) using Rom Manager (both excellent bits of software and really easy to use) i was so impressed with Paranoid Android (love the tablet mode) so decided to give it a go on my Nexus 7
Used CF-Root again and unlocked boot loader and rooted ok, installed Rom Manger and booted to recovery but it gave me errors when i attempted to load Paranoid Android so i exited and now back just stock software.
I used the same ROM for Paranoid Android that i used for the Nexus 4, i wasn't able to fine a specific build for the Nexus 7 so assumed that they use the same ROM? i now think i was wrong but cant find a specific ROM for my Nexus 7
Would someone be kind enough to tell me if i do need a different build for the Nexus 7 and also if i need a different GAAPS download?
Thanks in advance and sorry if this has been posted before, so much conflicting information and out of date links around the web, i just wanted to be sure.
Cheers
Steve
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All I did when I got my Nexus 7 was downloaded the Toolkit http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1809195
Use that and run the "All-in-One" unlock,recovery,root,busybox etc.
Note: Technically all you really needed was a custom recovery to stick and you can flash a custom rom, but I like to run the All-In-One just in case.
As for the rom, you should not flash another device's rom. Only use the one designated for your specific device. Flashing another device's will likely brick/bootloop your current device.
To make things easier, think of it like this:
Custom Roms likely already have root privileges, so flashing them automatically gives u root access. In order to flash a custom rom, you simply need a recovery like CWM or TWRP. You can achieve that however you like, but the Toolkit is easiest in my opinion.
When you flash a rom, read the requirements on the thread. It should be as easy as wiping Cache/Dalvik/Data, Flash Rom, Flash GAPPS, Flash Kernel if you want to, Flash Multi DPI Play Store if you change dpi of your apps, then reboot.
Paranoid android thread of nexus 7 is HERE, ROM is available for both grouper and tilapia.
+1 on aria807. Nexus toolkit is great for beginners and is very error proof. I've since moved onto fastboot and abd command line, but I still use the tool kit to restore to stock because its fast and easy. Damn program even downloads the images for you.
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For a second I thought you're on crack trying to flash a Sony NEX 7...
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Hi to all,
mostly i'm a newbie here...nothing where to start off . Already use nexus 7 about a week with standard stock ROM, apps and games. Get tired, then I decide to download tools like nexus 7 toolkit by mskip & wugfresh...but i dont know what to choose. Recently updated to new jro03d 4.1.1. What is the best tool to unlock my machine. Thanks!
yosh76 said:
Hi to all,
mostly i'm a newbie here...nothing where to start off . Already use nexus 7 about a week with standard stock ROM, apps and games. Get tired, then I decide to download tools like nexus 7 toolkit by mskip & wugfresh...but i dont know what to choose. Recently updated to new jro03d 4.1.1. What is the best tool to unlock my machine. Thanks!
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Wug's Nexus Root. A member from here "reverendkjr" made a "Idiots Guide to Unlocking & Rooting the Google Nexus 7 Tablet". Very easy to follow.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sK9avekmA1c&feature=plcp
Or, you could learn a little about your device and unlock/root manually. Don't be intimidated by all the steps, its pretty simple if you follow along.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1816048
yosh76 said:
Hi to all,
mostly i'm a newbie here...nothing where to start off . Already use nexus 7 about a week with standard stock ROM, apps and games. Get tired, then I decide to download tools like nexus 7 toolkit by mskip & wugfresh...but i dont know what to choose. Recently updated to new jro03d 4.1.1. What is the best tool to unlock my machine. Thanks!
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All are good methods, but I would recommend wugfreshes root toolkit. Its really easy to use.
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It's better to do it manually. You learn more and you can tell exactly where you messed up if it happens.
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Hey all, just looking for an all in one flash if anyone has made it yet, fastboot and the Android SDK etc. Isn't available to me as I'm no where near my home or office computer and won't be for quite some time.
Now I have the latest version of CWM (the one that is supposed to be 4.4 compatible) ready to flash over once I have flashed 4.4 and I'll be doing a clean install, I'm happy enough with stock and rooted and my boot loader is already unlocked, I'm not to great with this stuff, I can work with CWM but that's about it. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
I've tried looking about but there seems to be so much going on and 4.4 threads everywhere, feeling confused on where to go and embarrassed that I'm just adding to the problem.
Check in the Dev forum, there are enough flashable zips
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i am looking for a rom for my nexus 7 2012 which i can overclock and root please help.
You can root any firmware, all you need for that is a custom recovery like TWRP to insert the super-user utility into the system partition.
Many firmware images have SU built-in, you just need to enable it somewhere in the system configuration. In CyanogenMod's case, enabling SU for ADB-only, apps-only, neither or both is an option under the Developers menu.
Not sure for overclocking. Cyanogen used to have some overclocking controls but they did not seem to work right and appear to have been removed in the more recent builds - at least I cannot find the options anywhere on my N7. With SU installed though, there should be a few ways to circumvent the lack of a GUI to mess with clock settings.
applesaw said:
i am looking for a rom for my nexus 7 2012 which i can overclock and root please help.
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Get CM13 and install Daniel_hk's kernel for OC
If you want a custom ROM that is super smooth and simple then you should definitely give Slimkat 4.4.4 a try.Ever since i upgraded to Lolipop my Nexus 7 had become slow and laggy but Slimkat has brought the fast and slick experience back to my tablet.
hello everyone,
I am thinking of rooting my nexus 4 phone so i can upgrade to Marshmellow CM13. i have a nexus 7 that i have rooted many times but it is the WiFi only version and never rooted anything that has a cell connection before and considering i only have one cellphone i am a little hesitant.
the biggest question i have is how much should i be concerned about rooting and installing a custom ROM will delete my IMEI number? also when rooting and installing the ROM should i remove the SIM card?
thanks
phrozenstare said:
hello everyone,
I am thinking of rooting my nexus 4 phone so i can upgrade to Marshmellow CM13. i have a nexus 7 that i have rooted many times but it is the WiFi only version and never rooted anything that has a cell connection before and considering i only have one cellphone i am a little hesitant.
the biggest question i have is how much should i be concerned about rooting and installing a custom ROM will delete my IMEI number? also when rooting and installing the ROM should i remove the SIM card?
thanks
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None of the concerns you have are real. Root has nothing to do with your IMEI . You do not need to remove SIM card, although if you want to be careful, you can remove SIM card before root and nothing will be affected (just for your peace of mind).
You should get Marshmallow on your device, it will breathe a new life into it.
As for the rooting procedure, there are tons of resources available. You can basically get the toolkit, adb drivers and everything else is pretty self explanatory, step by step procedure outlined in the toolkit.
Rooting is not required to install a custom rom. All you need to do is install twrp and flash cm13 from twrp.
mohsinkhan35 said:
None of the concerns you have are real. Root has nothing to do with your IMEI . You do not need to remove SIM card, although if you want to be careful, you can remove SIM card before root and nothing will be affected (just for your peace of mind).
You should get Marshmallow on your device, it will breathe a new life into it.
As for the rooting procedure, there are tons of resources available. You can basically get the toolkit, adb drivers and everything else is pretty self explanatory, step by step procedure outlined in the toolkit.
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thank you for clearing that up for me. i was looking to eventually upgrade to marshmallow on my phone with a custom ROM since google stopped supporting it so i am going to see if the first release of CM13 will be stable enough.
phrozenstare said:
thank you for clearing that up for me. i was looking to eventually upgrade to marshmallow on my phone with a custom ROM since google stopped supporting it so i am going to see if the first release of CM13 will be stable enough.
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I would suggest installing AOSP 6.0 ROM, with YayPrime kernel. Or you can get a ROM that supports Layers and get GravityBox module which has everything for customizing your phone to your liking.
I found that CM overall has few bugs that get carried over from one version to another. I also found it to be a bit aggressive on the battery but that is totally dependent on the user. Enjoy :good:
I have a stock nexus 4.. running 5.1.1. Is there any benefit with me rooting the phone and putting on android 6? As google did not officially release android 6 for the nexus 4, will everything work on my nexus 4 if I install it? Sorry for the newbie questions but I have never rooted or installed a custom ROM before.
Thanks
brandcc said:
I have a stock nexus 4.. running 5.1.1.
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Same here. I installed CM13 yesterday without problems and I'm looking forward to receive updates for my phone since it still suits my needs.
Root is not required to install a custom rom. You only need a custom recovery to install a custom rom.
Although flashing ROMs may affect the efs folder that contains the imei information, it has never happened to me. Several members recommend keeping an efs backup somewhere safe just in case.
Hi there. So I've got a Nexus 7 (2012 WiFi) that I've had since launch. It's obviously quite old now and thus it's incredibly slow. I had issues updating it to the latest version of Android that was made available by Google for it to the point that I had to sideload the update using adb. Basically, the reason I even bought it in the first place was to use it as a dedicated digital comic reader. So that's kinda what I want to use it for going forward. But in its current state, it's just so slow and sketchy, I'm hoping to flash a new ROM or some kind of custom stripped-down version of Android with just the basics to extend the life of the device. The size is great and the screen still looks great, but many stock features are no longer necessary for my purposes. If anyone has any suggestions on a good way to strip down features to improve performance, or advice on a good ROM that's been known to greatly improve the performance of this dated device, that would be much appreciated. Thanks!
Projektor said:
Hi there. So I've got a Nexus 7 (2012 WiFi) that I've had since launch. It's obviously quite old now and thus it's incredibly slow. I had issues updating it to the latest version of Android that was made available by Google for it to the point that I had to sideload the update using adb. Basically, the reason I even bought it in the first place was to use it as a dedicated digital comic reader. So that's kinda what I want to use it for going forward. But in its current state, it's just so slow and sketchy, I'm hoping to flash a new ROM or some kind of custom stripped-down version of Android with just the basics to extend the life of the device. The size is great and the screen still looks great, but many stock features are no longer necessary for my purposes. If anyone has any suggestions on a good way to strip down features to improve performance, or advice on a good ROM that's been known to greatly improve the performance of this dated device, that would be much appreciated. Thanks!
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Pure Nexus +Parrot mod.
wtherrell said:
Pure Nexus +Parrot mod.
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Edit: Thanks for the response, I'll look into these.
wtherrell said:
Pure Nexus +Parrot mod.
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It's been a while since I've touched this stuff, but I recall that my Nexus 7 is rooted already. That being said, I'm not sure I remember how to Flash ROMs etc.
Could I trouble you for some help with instructions on how to achieve this?
Thanks again...
Projektor said:
It's been a while since I've touched this stuff, but I recall that my Nexus 7 is rooted already. That being said, I'm not sure I remember how to Flash ROMs etc.
Could I trouble you for some help with instructions on how to achieve this?
Thanks again...
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I know I risk the wrath of the purists here but Wugs Nexus root toolkit or the Skipsoft one are handy. If you want to truly get down to the nuts and bolts you can do as the purists suggest and use the ADB /Fastboot command interface in the Android software development kit.
You will use one of those to install a custom recovery such as TWRP. You will then download the rom (and gapps) if not already included. You may also need SuperSU to handle root management. You flash roms, gapps, etc. through TWRP.
Thanks for the response. I'm just about finished my Root + TWRP with Wug's kit.
Coming from the stock nakasi-lmy47v-factory (5.1.1)
So I think at this point, I've:
-unlocked the bootloader
-installed TWRP 3.1.0-0-grouper.img
-Rooted using SuperSU v2.79-SR3
Just based on what I've done, and my intention to flash a custom version of Pure Nexus, my rooting may have been redundant for now and will need to be done again?
I guess the next thing I need to determine is if I need to flash a new Kernel. I'm currently using 3.1.10-gf5d7b8b stock Kernel.
Oh, and decide if I should switch to F2SF.
I've successfully got Pure Nexus running with Parrot Mod installed, and it's running beautifully! I opted not to bother switching to F2FS, but may take a look in the future. Thank you so much wtherrell for all your help!