I just purchased a nexus 4 Yesterday from t mobile and I updated to 4.3 right away. I was wondering is this device worth ROOTING and flashing a custom ROM ..
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Yes, of course. That's part of the fun when having a Nexus device
Mercado_Negro said:
Yes, of course. That's part of the fun when having a Nexus device
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I always liked rooting, any ROM suggestions?
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kdog1202 said:
I always liked rooting, any ROM suggestions?
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In 4.2.2 I used AOKP. I think they're working on 4.3 now (hopefully it will be out soon).
Cyanogemod is pretty awesome and simple too.
Does unlocking the bootloader make u loose all data?
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Does unlocking the bootloader make u loose all data?
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Yes.
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Does unlocking the bootloader make u loose all data?
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Not if you don't reboot after you unlock. Flash a custom recovery right after you unlock wipe caches then reboot = no data loss
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Not if you don't reboot after you unlock. Flash a custom recovery right after you unlock wipe caches then reboot = no data loss
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Ok so I'm downloading the tool kit and am gonna root my phone. I installed on my PC toolkit 3.0 is this correct to root 4.3 android?
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kdog1202 said:
Ok so I'm downloading the tool kit and am gonna root my phone. I installed on my PC toolkit 3.0 is this correct to root 4.3 android?
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I don't recommend toolkits they aren't needed for nexus devices. Follow this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2266654
You will learn in the process
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I don't recommend toolkits they aren't needed for nexus devices. Follow this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2266654
You will learn in the process
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Alright thank you for ur advice. I will do soon so I don't have much data to loose lol
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I am attempting to unlock my bootloader using manual way. And I type a command in my terminal (Ubuntu) with adb installed correctly but comes up with "????????? Not proper permissions or something
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Check Nexus 4 toolkit and Paranoid Android
kdog1202 said:
I just purchased a nexus 4 Yesterday from t mobile and I updated to 4.3 right away. I was wondering is this device worth ROOTING and flashing a custom ROM ..
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If you are looking for some performance enhancements then you just need a root and CWM(recovery) installed for flashing kernels, check Nexus 4 toolkit. Custom ROMS are more for aesthetic enhancements, and the most worked ROM on the area of aesthetic changes is Paranoid Android ROM, they have regular builds for Nexus 4. So check them out, Enjoy your N4 ! .
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I am attempting to unlock my bootloader using manual way. And I type a command in my terminal (Ubuntu) with adb installed correctly but comes up with "????????? Not proper permissions or something
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You have to use fastboot not adb
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Oh.. OK
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Hi guys.
I need to send google my device and i rooted it last day. I used the toolkit that can be found on the site, option 8.
If i do a factory reset, would that be enought?
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No, but the best way to do it is flash the stock images from Google, will be 100% stock.
Don't forget to lock bootloader as well!
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Flash a factory Google image, then make sure your recovery is NOT CWM or TWRP and then re lock the bootloader. Then you should be good to go!
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Thanks for the answers guys. Is there any online guide to follow??
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Thanks for the answers guys. Is there any online guide to follow??
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google is your friend.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2010312
(press the thanks button, thanks!)
zephiK said:
google is your friend.
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Ive seen several, im asking for one that has been used and works 100%.
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rttnpig] said:
Ive seen several, im asking for one that has been used and works 100%.
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re read, i editted
edit: nevermind
I upgraded to 4.2.2 today and realized I can't root it now I been trying all day so I give up where can I get the 4.2.1 image cuz then I can root in like 2 min
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1744040
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1736578
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2070419
Start reading and stop making new threads
This is different I wanna go back to 4.2.1
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you didnt even read the damn posts.....stop
just stop
What's CD to platformtools?
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Change Directory
What's sudo in Linux?
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Class_of_punk26 said:
What's sudo in Linux?
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http://bit.ly/udjOul
seriously dude, you need to do a little legwork yourself. this is quickly getting out of hand
I'll just skip that step sorry
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OK I searched everywhere about this and still can't find a cure I even tried putting it in the c drive this is the only last step I need to root it but it says cannot path-to-img/cwm-grouper-img why?
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Class_of_punk26 said:
OK I searched everywhere about this and still can't find a cure I even tried putting it in the c drive this is the only last step I need to root it but it says cannot path-to-img/cwm-grouper-img why?
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what is the EXACT command you are putting in?
this really isnt that hard.
Fastboot flash recovery path-to-img/CWM-grouper-recovery.img
I also tried moving the file to the c: drive and put it as fastboot flash recovery c:/CWM-grouper-recovery.IMG I'm going by the guide on unlock and root a nexus 7 thread
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If your using windows use a toolkit. By the way, before you ask a question on here search online all you can and use this as a last resort.
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I can't use a toolkit none supports android 4.2.2
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path-to-img/cwm-grouper-recovery.img?
literally? thats your command you are using?
its not something like C:\rootkit\cwm-group-recovery.img?
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If your using windows use a toolkit. By the way, before you ask a question on here search online all you can and use this as a last resort.
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I can't use a toolkit none supports android 4.2.2
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If you have to rely on a toolkit, you shouldnt be modding ANY device.
Then guide doesn't say that tho I'm using the [[REF]] all in one nexus 7 jelly bean android development thread then go down to guides and tools click on unlock and root a nexus 7 I'm using that guide
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Class_of_punk26 said:
Then guide doesn't say that tho I'm using the [[REF]] all in one nexus 7 jelly bean android development thread then go down to guides and tools click on unlock and root a nexus 7 I'm using that guide
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really?
path-to-img/CWM-grouper-recovery.img really doesnt make you wonder where that file is?
put the recovery.img file in the same folder as your fastboot.exe
run the command
fastboot flash recovery NAMEOFRECOVERY.img <<this should be the ACTUAL name of the recovery filled in by you, whatever it is named.
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remember earlier when i told you to update the adb and fastboot files? (SDK) did you actually do that?
this stuff isnt rocket science, and if you dont have basic computer knowledge, you shouldnt be doing ANY modding of your device....this is ridiculous
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really?
path-to-img/CWM-grouper-recovery.img really doesnt make you wonder where that file is?
put the recovery.img file in the same folder as your fastboot.exe
run the command
fastboot flash recovery NAMEOFRECOVERY.img <<this should be the ACTUAL name of the recovery filled in by you, whatever it is named.
ALSO
remember earlier when i told you to update the adb and fastboot files? (SDK) did you actually do that?
this stuff isnt rocket science, and if you dont have basic computer knowledge, you shouldnt be doing ANY modding of your device....this is ridiculous
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same thing and yeah i updated everything just in case
Class_of_punk26 said:
same thing and yeah i updated everything just in case
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and ttbh i never had problems with rooting my phones this is the only device i had problems with
Hello guys!
This is my first post here so I'm sorry if this is not the place to ask.
I'm interested to Root and put Rom on my Nexus 4.
My question is, it is possible to have Root and Rom on Nexus 4 and still get Google updates.
Hope for an answer soon , Thanks in advance.
Not if you use a custom Rom. You would have to go back to stock to receive the update, or wait for the Rom developer to incorporate the update.
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Couldn't you just use voodoo root keeper?
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Not if you use a custom Rom. You would have to go back to stock to receive the update, or wait for the Rom developer to incorporate the update.
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If I root my Nexus 4 and open the bootloader is it possible to NOT display the little lockpad on the "Google" screen when the phone boots up?
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Couldn't you just use voodoo root keeper?
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What is voodoo root keeper and when do I need it if my Nexus is not rooted yet?
Thank you both!
Its in the play store.. Its called Voodoo OTA Root Keeper.People say it works flawless.I have it installed and will use it with next update.
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tennandcoz1 said:
Its in the play store.. Its called Voodoo OTA Root Keeper.People say it works flawless.I have it installed and will use it with next update.
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But what is it doing ?
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But what is it doing ?
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Read below
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.projectvoodoo.otarootkeeper
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Wassupdog said:
Hello guys!
This is my first post here so I'm sorry if this is not the place to ask.
I'm interested to Root and put Rom on my Nexus 4.
My question is, it is possible to have Root and Rom on Nexus 4 and still get Google updates.
Hope for an answer soon , Thanks in advance.
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Here's a good thread you should read to help you learn http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2010338
[REF] "Android for the Nexus 4" 101 & FAQs
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I have a nooby question but, can I use Franco kernel with 4.3 stock? Sorry if this is stupid :x
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Tanmaynarang said:
I have a nooby question but, can I use Franco kernel with 4.3 stock? Sorry if this is stupid :x
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Nexus 4+ Franco + LTE
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Nexus 4+ Franco + LTE
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Alright, thanks
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Oh and also, can I dirty flash CM10.2 over stock 4.3?
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Tanmaynarang said:
Oh and also, can I dirty flash CM10.2 over stock 4.3?
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Full wipe is strongly recommended!
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Okay, thanks
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You can't use 4.2.2 releases from Franco in 4.3 but he post #170 and #171 for 4.3
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You can't use 4.2.2 releases from Franco in 4.3 but he post #170 and #171 for 4.3
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Where could I find these releases ? And how could I install its ? (sorry but I always only use zip file)
Thanks.
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Where could I find these releases ? And how could I install its ? (sorry but I always only use zip file)
Thanks.
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Do a search in the thread for 'r171' and you should find it. If it's provided in .img , you can use fastboot to flash it. (fastboot flash boot boot.img)
Another method is to take any other Franco.kernel zip and replace the boot.img inside using an archive manager on your pc. Then just flash the modified zip in recovery.
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Okay, thanks! Any reason why we need to use fastboot rather than TWRP or something?
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Okay, thanks! Any reason why we need to use fastboot rather than TWRP or something?
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No. It's just a different method in flashing a kernel.
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Okay, thanks! Any reason why we need to use fastboot rather than TWRP or something?
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If its an img file you need to use fastboot. Twrp will only flash files that are packaged in the correct manner.
I'm on 4.3 want to upgrade to 4.4.3 .what I have to do can some one help with step by step?
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I use nexus root tool kit as there is no news for nexus 7 wifi ota update yet. Simple and easy for noob like me hehehe
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deny_kei said:
I use nexus root tool kit as there is no news for nexus 7 wifi ota update yet. Simple and easy for noob like me hehehe
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can i flash those 4.4.3 costom rom on top of what i have ? or we have to wait for stock 4.43?
Did you back up your stock rom. I think it will do because it will erase everything event your internal file. After that you can root and install twrp.
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Yes have my backup stock.
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In that case copy all your backup to computer and run nexus root toolkit, just follow the instruction and you good to go.
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In that case copy all your backup to computer and run nexus root toolkit, just follow the instruction and you good to go.
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So I have to go back to stock rom before I can flash 4.4.3 custom rom? What about do I need to update the bootloader?
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Restore to stock, plug your n7 to computer and make sure you have unlock boot loader, install n7 driver with adb , turn on USB debuting, and open the latest wugfresh root tool kit. Choose your firmware which is ktu84l n7 wifi. Find flash stock and unroot button. It will request you to download factory img. If you already download then proceed to flash. it will take a while just be patient. If done you can rooted back, just choose root with custom recovery.
Guys correct me if I am wrong, this is my personal experience.
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After that how to update to 4.4.3
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That IMG that you flash is 4.4.3 so after flashed you already in 4.4.3.
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That IMG that you flash is 4.4.3 so after flashed you already in 4.4.3.
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OK will try thx
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