Good afternoon i have tried reading all the guides but am still non the wiser i have the general gist of what i need to do but not sure what i need to do it.
I have a unlocked UK o2 branded handset. What i would like to do is flash it with the UK BTU Rom the latest one. Im not that concerned if it is rooted and i would preferably like to be able to update OTA.
Is this possible could someone point me in the direction or link me to what i need to download and also how to install cause there are so many roms it confuses me.
Also is there one that does not increase the flash counter or change the recovery i just want it to be stock uk btu and update OTA. Im coming from ios so want to get stuck into this, also is there a stock google edition that will run on this id possibly like to try that.
Thanks for your help and know its alot of help its just iv read through most of the stuff and can't decide which rom is the one i need.
drich290195 said:
Good afternoon i have tried reading all the guides but am still non the wiser i have the general gist of what i need to do but not sure what i need to do it.
I have a unlocked UK o2 branded handset. What i would like to do is flash it with the UK BTU Rom the latest one. Im not that concerned if it is rooted and i would preferably like to be able to update OTA.
Is this possible could someone point me in the direction or link me to what i need to download and also how to install cause there are so many roms it confuses me.
Also is there one that does not increase the flash counter or change the recovery i just want it to be stock uk btu and update OTA. Im coming from ios so want to get stuck into this, also is there a stock google edition that will run on this id possibly like to try that.
Thanks for your help and know its alot of help its just iv read through most of the stuff and can't decide which rom is the one i need.
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Just go to link my sign has in that 3rd post is for u for firmware download and 1st for info etc
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123hiten said:
Just go to link my sign has in that 3rd post is for u for firmware download and 1st for info etc
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brilliant thanks mate are there any links that are not hotfile cos that takes an age also does the flash count stay the same and do ota updates stay active thanks again for your help.
and without rooting
drich290195 said:
brilliant thanks mate are there any links that are not hotfile cos that takes an age also does the flash count stay the same and do ota updates stay active thanks again for your help.
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No it's all hotfile only sorry
And ya if ur device is stock from the start and u did not install anything custom it will be eligible for OTA
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123hiten said:
No it's all hotfile only sorry
And ya if ur device is stock from the start and u did not install anything custom it will be eligible for OTA
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thanks for that yeah it is stock now so should get ota updates then , just out of curiosity if i went custom then went back to stock would ota come back and how do they know not to push them to you.
just a thought is it to do with the device status that determines if you receive OTA
thanks again
drich290195 said:
thanks for that yeah it is stock now so should get ota updates then , just out of curiosity if i went custom then went back to stock would ota come back and how do they know not to push them to you.
just a thought is it to do with the device status that determines if you receive OTA
thanks again
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Yes anything custom u flash OTA wont support
And to get OTA again u need to flash stock firmware and then u should be able to recieve update
Basically if u get back the device to state u had recievd out of the box u ll get updates
However if u come to custom ROMS etc u never will like stock roms coz u get all the updates b4 Stock and + more options tweaks etc which u ll love the most
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hi guys I just bought a new sgs2 from bell canada and now Ive rooted the phone with all the instructions inside XDA and I have the CWM app in my phone with superuser but when I go in CWM and want to reboot in clockworkmod recovery its just rebooting into the blue menu with only 4 choice wish are
reboot now
wipe x.....
wipe..
that's it I just cannot bo into clockworkmod why ?? Ive tried to unroot the phone and made full factory reset but I just can't see this crazy menu that let me safe the file etc..
I'm guessing u flashed backed to stock kernel?
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yes because of the yellow sign ! it is just my trouble ?
mathsmart said:
yes because of the yellow sign ! it is just my trouble ?
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Yes; no cwm recovery for you if you've flashed the Bell kernel back on.
mudferret said:
Yes; no cwm recovery for you if you've flashed the Bell kernel back on.
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i just put back the custom root without reflashing the stock kernel and its seem to work !!!
im just not sure if Ive made it correcly
my android version is still 2.3.3
VERSION DE LA BANDE DE BASE
I9100MUGKG2
kernel verSion
2.6.35.7-i9100XXKG2-CL375027 [email protected] #2
number of version
gingerbread.ugkg2
I dont know if I can upgrade or not since I do want it to work with kies and have all the upgrade
is it fine ?
mathsmart said:
i just put back the custom root without reflashing the stock kernel and its seem to work !!!
im just not sure if Ive made it correcly
my android version is still 2.3.3
VERSION DE LA BANDE DE BASE
I9100MUGKG2
kernel verSion
2.6.35.7-i9100XXKG2-CL375027 [email protected] #2
number of version
gingerbread.ugkg2
I dont know if I can upgrade or not since I do want it to work with kies and have all the upgrade
is it fine ?
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As long as its just the kernel you've changed kies should b fine
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can I upgrade to 2.3.4 or 2.3.5 in my situation ? I want to have the best for the phone and have the last firmware for it and it must work with the bell signal ! and still working with kies to have the last updates
Ive experimented some slow speed and no 3G over there I just see H+ with a speed of 1000kbps and 400 ms ping and that's sux Ive looked into the bell community but there is just too much thing and/or I dont understand it ! ive read all the HOW TO but ...
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can I upgrade to 2.3.4 or 2.3.5 in my situation ? I want to have the best for the phone and have the last firmware for it and it must work with the bell signal ! and still working with kies to have the last updates
Ive experimented some slow speed and no 3G over there I just see H+ with a speed of 1000kbps and 400 ms ping and that's sux Ive looked into the bell community but there is just too much thing and/or I dont understand it ! ive read all the HOW TO but ...
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As long as you're on stock Rom and not a frankenstien package you can upgrade when there is an upgrade available for your country/ carrier. If you want upgrade before use odin
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can I upgrade to 2.3.4 or 2.3.5 in my situation ? I want to have the best for the phone and have the last firmware for it and it must work with the bell signal ! and still working with kies to have the last updates
Ive experimented some slow speed and no 3G over there I just see H+ with a speed of 1000kbps and 400 ms ping and that's sux Ive looked into the bell community but there is just too much thing and/or I dont understand it ! ive read all the HOW TO but ...
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The latest Samsung build I tried was KI4; excellent firmware and is leaps and bounds above the Bell firmware in every aspect. There are newer 2.3.5 builds, but I'm not on a Samsung based ROM currently.
Bell Canuck thread.
Firmware thread.
Search Original Android Dev for the latest/greatest firmware; it changes rapidly.
I wouldn't worry about updating your firmware via Kies if you're on Bell; you may NEVER see an update.
thanks for your fast reply guys !
but I dont understand why everyone tell (you must check your cell version like KG2 ,KG3 etc.. and its must be the same) and you guys running very different think as we should in North america ? like some guys running poland version ?
if I download the same version as your will it fit with my phone since I just posted all the infos of my phone right here ?
Ive tried to pu a different modem in the phone section of odin and clicked on start and its just freezed so I was like SHHHHHHHIT did I just broke it so its ok I was able to fix it right after !
I suppose I should not just one file in PDA but in all the 3 right ? and all the 3 MUST be the same right ?
im so sorry IM A NOOB! but there are toooo much informations everywhere and I dont want to **** my 599$phone with one simple click lol since BELL dont give a ....of there customers !
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thanks for your fast reply guys !
but I dont understand why everyone tell (you must check your cell version like KG2 ,KG3 etc.. and its must be the same) and you guys running very different think as we should in North america ? like some guys running poland version ?
if I download the same version as your will it fit with my phone since I just posted all the infos of my phone right here ?
I suppose I should not just one file in PDA but in all the 3 right ? and all the 3 MUST be the same right ?
im so sorry IM A NOOB! but there are toooo much informations everywhere and I dont want to **** my 599$phone with one simple click lol since BELL dont give a ....of there customers !
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Read and research some more until you're comfortable. You only have to worry about matching kernel to firmware if you're doing a simple root, and retaining your current firmware. I've run 3 or 4 of the XXK_ _ firmwares, which are all Euro specific. No issues whatsoever.
Bell would likely tell you to pound sand if you tried to get warranty work done however, despite the fact you would have an official Samsung firmware (but not Bell's firmware).
When/if you flash a non-Bell firmware follow the instructions in the thread I linked to the letter, and yes, PDA is all you need, it has CSC, kernel, etc... in it.
You can then track down a CF-Root kernel for that firmware.
I know the title is pretty noob and lots of thread are already there. I already searched some and can't find the answers I'm seeking so Im gonna make a new thread for it
ok here goes...
I have 4.3 jellybean running on my Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9500
I tried an OTA update but it says its on the latest update
Also, I tried connecting it to kies 3 but tells me that
" Your device current firmware version is not supported to update firmware via kies "
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Any other options to update? My phone is not rooted and will never root
I'm pretty noob at flashing but can learn
Also sammobile wont let me register I don't know why but the anti spam image won't show up so do not redirect me towards that site
I appreciate if someone would put a detailed instruction or a link to a thread which I haven't seen yet that will update my s4
Thanks in advance
chaosreign09 said:
Any other options to update? My phone is not rooted and will never root
I'm pretty noob at flashing but can learn
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1. I'd be careful. you are fresh, KIES and OTA is not giving you update => most likely 4.4.2 was not released for your region yet.
2. IF you really want to do the update... go to http://www.sammobile.com register, check the firmware section.
WARNING: before reding, research, review of comments related with 4.4.2 (SD card access problem, wifi and other problems), I'd thin twice before update.
spamtrash said:
1. I'd be careful. you are fresh, KIES and OTA is not giving you update => most likely 4.4.2 was not released for your region yet.
2. IF you really want to do the update... go to sammobile register, check the firmware section.
WARNING: before reding, research, review of comments related with 4.4.2 (SD card access problem, wifi and other problems), I'd thin twice before update.
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as I said on my post, I can't register in sam mobile... try it for yourself
if you could make me one I'll definitely appreciate it you can use this email : content removed
username could be Reign, markterrance1, Chaosreign, Chaosreign09
any clue people? really need help on this don't want to brick my phone for doing something wrong
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as I said on my post, I can't register in sam mobile... try it for yourself
if you could make me one I'll definitely appreciate it you can use this email : [email protected]
username could be Reign, markterrance1, Chaosreign, Chaosreign09
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Done. Check your email for confirmation, and request the password change. What's so difficult???
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Done. Check your email for confirmation, and request the password change. What's so difficult???
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thanks mate! but still can't see the capcha had my friend to reset it
by the 1 more question, can I flash any stock rom in any country? my stock rom is AFR which is in Kenya can I use something like India?
and can I flash without rooting? and how do I flash those ?
EDIT : Choose a random country and flashed it now im on 4.4 thanks for the effort
without the sammobile account I probably cant do it thanksssssssss
chaosreign09 said:
EDIT : Choose a random country and flashed it now im on 4.4 thanks for the effort
without the sammobile account I probably cant do it thanksssssssss
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no problem. good to see problem solved
Hi all,
Just received my G2 from warranty exchange from my Note 2 breaking, and I would like to go further with it!
I'm currently on 4.2.2 JB, and was wondering where I could find a link to get to 4.4.2 rooted? Is there a way to unroot (This is important incase I need to send it back).
I've seen a few threads, downloaded two kdz files, but just wanted to check if all I needed to do was flash that and that's all?
Thanks in advance!
You can just upgrade your phone (officially) and then root it afterwards by IOroot.
It's way too easier than the kdz method.
Also try to write a better title for your post.( No offence)
Ashrockr said:
You can just upgrade your phone (officially) and then root it afterwards by IOroot.
It's way too easier than the kdz method.
Also try to write a better title for your post.( No offence)
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Thanks for the reply! Yeah I realised after reading it again, the title had no context xD Sorry!
I can't upgrade officially since the EE UK OTA update isn't out yet
ShahinTehShiz said:
Thanks for the reply! Yeah I realised after reading it again, the title had no context xD Sorry!
I can't upgrade officially since the EE UK OTA update isn't out yet
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But these thread shows that they received their EE OTA update
XDA
EE Community
Hi, I live in the UK I currently own a Samsung Galaxy S4 19505, I was hoping to receive the lollipop update but sadly I haven't got it both of my brothers which own the same device have gotten the update, Could I have not got it because I screwed something up when Un rooting?
Possibly. Especially if you and your brothers all use the same carrier. However, save yourself the hassle of waiting for an OTA update. There should be links in this forum to download the latest Lollipop ROM for the UK. You can flash it yourself and then be good. Better yet, you'll be back to official status again, at least until you root.
Strephon Alkhalikoi said:
Possibly. Especially if you and your brothers all use the same carrier. However, save yourself the hassle of waiting for an OTA update. There should be links in this forum to download the latest Lollipop ROM for the UK. You can flash it yourself and then be good. Better yet, you'll be back to official status again, at least until you root.
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Thanks could you provide some links please?
nachashh said:
Thanks could you provide some links please?
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Install this APP and add some screenshots pls for avoid problems and for receive future OTA updates.
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Install this [Link removed. Can't reply with with it in] and add some screenshots pls for avoid problems and for receive future OTA updates.
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Sadly I can't upload images or links. But downloading that App and comparing it with my brothers phone, I have an EE version of the device he has the Normal black Samsung edition. He has the Firmware updates I don't I'm guessing I'd need to wait till EE decide to push out the updates?
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Install this [LINK REMOVED] and add some screenshots pls for avoid problems and for receive future OTA updates.
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I was reading a previous thread you replied on I'm also experiencing bad signal strength
Unless you want your phone IMEI cloned, edit your post.
Until EE pushes an update, you should wait. Especially if the S4 is still SIM locked.
Strephon Alkhalikoi said:
Unless you want your phone IMEI cloned, edit your post.
Until EE pushes an update, you should wait. Especially if the S4 is still SIM locked.
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Alright thank you, No the S4 Isn't Sim locked
@nachashh: Ok, the fact your phone is unlocked changes things. I worked under the assumption that your phone was still SIM locked when I told you to hold off. If your phone is unlocked you have no restrictions on what ROM you can install. So you actually can install one of the unbranded Android 5.0.1 ROMs we have here and should have no ill effects from doing so. Personally, since you are in the UK, the BTU ROM is your best choice.
Strephon Alkhalikoi said:
@nachashh: Ok, the fact your phone is unlocked changes things. I worked under the assumption that your phone was still SIM locked when I told you to hold off. If your phone is unlocked you have no restrictions on what ROM you can install. So you actually can install one of the unbranded Android 5.0.1 ROMs we have here and should have no ill effects from doing so. Personally, since you are in the UK, the BTU ROM is your best choice.
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Even with a SIM lock you can still install any rom.
You can, but I've seen others recommend against it because of carrier modifications, especially on sammobile. Better to play it safe.
hey guys shifty here w a lil bit of an update i got root sort of going a couple of nights ago it was only temporary (sadly) otherwise id have screen shots for you my devs that are helpin me are taking a closer look as for if it will work for you i have no idea if your on SU3TL-38 (OTA NOT ROOTED PREIMG) id suggest going here http://motofirmware.center/files/category/23-droid-turbo/
then find the SU3TL-39 update and side load it if you do not know what side loading is ill explain it if you already know then skip this ok so after downloading the VRZ_XT1254_SU3TL-39_39_CFC.xml.zip (yes thats actually the name of it as i have the file) you plug your phone in via USB now you will take this zip and move into a file location i usually made it simple like DICM or something then boot your turbo into recovery power + vol down to get into the bootloader use volume buttons till you see recovery select that now youll see a dead andy and text that says no command i usually got passed that by pressing vol down then power for a few seconds then click apply update from SD then go to your folder w the .zip then update simple as that...
Now shifty why update to SU3TL-39? well thats the firmware im working on my turbo never had SU3TL-38 and i cant downgrade so i cant give you my word it would work and if your on SU4TL-44 it will not work i can give you my word on this so like i said temp root was successful i will not release root until i get perma root thanks for the support guys i know theres tuts for side loading but i thought id add it just incase someone whos lower than SU4TL-44 and not n my firmware can get there for root now everyone should know how to check there build number if you dont i dont think you should be rooting xD but yes shifty is on this guys i might work on SU4TL-44 later on so DONT WORRY updated users thats all for now
Cool man. You'll make a lot of people happy with this. Just news someone else is working on it is good news.
Yea man just people to will work on it but all that matters is root on the device I just hope I can get my exploit out and that people try it and give me feedback
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Um wow - punctuation much?
Good luck I hope it works
did you mean if i have the (SU3TL-39 not rooted) update ..then i can roote it now ??
*sorry but my English is bad*
Qutayba Khader said:
did you mean if i have the (SU3TL-39 not rooted) update ..then i can roote it now ??
*sorry but my English is bad*
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haha besides my ****ty punctuation (what didn't seem to important) @golgothagecko i wasn't on my droid so yeah it's the internet bro get used to it
but @Qutayba Khader no you cannot root 5.1 LP at this time but i am working on a root method for the build number SU3TL-39 because that is my current build number i was telling anyone on SU3TL-38 stock OTA (no pre-rooted img) to go side load SU3TL-39 if you OTA update youll end up going to SU4TL-44 then i wont be able to help you what i meant by non-rooted is back on 4.4.4 kitkat people used moforoot and thats no longer usable on LP people who used mofo are now using pre-rooted imgs of LP all that means is there using a custom version of the OTA for root users basically no use to us with out root so go check your build number via settings > about phone then youll know what build your on if you need help let me know ill be glad to help
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haha besides my ****ty punctuation (what didn't seem to important) @golgothagecko i wasn't on my droid so yeah it's the internet bro get used to it
but @Qutayba Khader no you cannot root 5.1 LP at this time but i am working on a root method for the build number SU3TL-39 because that is my current build number i was telling anyone on SU3TL-38 stock OTA (no pre-rooted img) to go side load SU3TL-39 if you OTA update youll end up going to SU4TL-44 then i wont be able to help you what i meant by non-rooted is back on 4.4.4 kitkat people used moforoot and thats no longer usable on LP people who used mofo are now using pre-rooted imgs of LP all that means is there using a custom version of the OTA for root users basically no use to us with out root so go check your build number via settings > about phone then youll know what build your on if you need help let me know ill be glad to help
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this is my mobile Info on the screen shot bellow ( fix the link please "htt p" + "postim g")... so I just have to wait .. right ?
if that's true ... i wish i can give you a gift for that :fingers-crossed:
how many time do you expect to release it ?
htt p://s13.postim g.org/z1252hd86/Screenshot_2015_10_19_16_02_52.jpg
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this is my mobile Info on the screen shot bellow ( fix the link please "htt p" + "postim g")... so I just have to wait .. right ?
if that's true ... i wish i can give you a gift for that :fingers-crossed:
how many time do you expect to release it ?
htt p://s13.postim g.org/z1252hd86/Screenshot_2015_10_19_16_02_52.jpg
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exactly brother just dont upgrade and i will keep workin on root so dont lose hope ill get this android is just a linux distro so i can get around this just wait
I am on 44, so does this mean i shouldn;t wait for a solution>?
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I am on 44, so does this mean i shouldn;t wait for a solution>?
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if you SU4TL-44 update you will have to wait till i am done with SU3TL-39 (if i get to 44) im thinking of trying to find a similarity in exploits between the 39 and 44 so i can roll out a simple rooting apk for both more on that later if i can find a similar exploit because the new update SU4TL-44 is a security update i will keep you updated
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I am on 44, so does this mean i shouldn;t wait for a solution>?
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Qutayba Khader said:
this is my mobile Info on the screen shot bellow ( fix the link please "htt p" + "postim g")... so I just have to wait .. right ?
if that's true ... i wish i can give you a gift for that :fingers-crossed:
how many time do you expect to release it ?
htt p://s13.postim g.org/z1252hd86/Screenshot_2015_10_19_16_02_52.jpg
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as for release date i am unsure at this time but i will make an announcement when im close my devs and i are working hard to make it very simple (so even people who dont root can be easy about it) in other words im going to make it as simple as ping-pong root etc so just install apk then press a button and i will clearly list out the permissions and what its doing so no one has a meltdown like people did when kingoroot came out
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as for release date i am unsure at this time but i will make an announcement when im close my devs and i are working hard to make it very simple (so even people who dont root can be easy about it) in other words im going to make it as simple as ping-pong root etc so just install apk then press a button and i will clearly list out the permissions and what its doing so no one has a meltdown like people did when kingoroot came out
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ohh man thank you very much.
and i dont care if you give me something complicated to do ... I'm an "Android Application Developer" .... i think i can handle it ... send anything to me if you want
thank you you again, and take your time.:good:
Qutayba Khader said:
ohh man thank you very much.
and i dont care if you give me something complicated to do ... I'm an "Android Application Developer" .... i think i can handle it ... send anything to me if you want
thank you you again, and take your time.:good:
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what kind of apps do you develop?
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what kind of apps do you develop?
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Working in a (Mobile development Company), developing a normal business apps , like shopping, management , universities , schools.
i hope if you can send to me (if you don't mind) any android cracking/hacking references ... i must go deeper
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Working in a (Mobile development Company), developing a normal business apps , like shopping, management , universities , schools.
i hope if you can send to me (if you don't mind) any android cracking/hacking references ... i must go deeper
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send me a message and we'll talk
Shiftydogit said:
if you SU4TL-44 update you will have to wait till i am done with SU3TL-39 (if i get to 44) im thinking of trying to find a similarity in exploits between the 39 and 44 so i can roll out a simple rooting apk for both more on that later if i can find a similar exploit because the new update SU4TL-44 is a security update i will keep you updated
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I am on 44 mate. all right. ill wait
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I am on 44 mate. all right. ill wait
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Alright we shall see how things go
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If you accomplish root on 44 you will be our new official super hero. I had completely given up on the Verizon/Motorola Droid Turbo. Good luck!!
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If you accomplish root on 44 you will be our new official super hero. I had completely given up on the Verizon/Motorola Droid Turbo. Good luck!!
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No need to give up on it haha I've been looking into it now I will say roots going to take time for me to hit a 2n1 root
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