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[Q] How do i root MYtouch 3g with 2.2.1 update ? Build Number FRG83D

I have a mytouch 3g without the 3.5 mm headset jack and im trying to find a reliabble root method. The phone is running 2.2.1 build number FRG83D. If anyone could help me out with step by step directions ono how to root this device i would really appreciate it.

i have the same phone with same build.
i have tried to use the procedure described in the unlockr dot com url.
How To: Root the HTC MyTouch 3G
Written by: David Cogen
Posted on 04.26.10
(cannot link the url because this is my first post here)
but i am not able to go beyond the first step.
in the hboot it does not pick up the sappimg.nbh file.
can you try it and see if it works. want to know if its the build or my device thats the problem.
thanks

First off, wrong section, this should be in General, not Development.
As for what your trying to do, try using the SuperOneClick method, found here. Your probably trying to root using the goldcard method which will work, but isn't what you want to do. Use the method I linked and let me know if it works. Hopefully, it will and didn't get patched.

frg83d build breaks 1 click root.
just read this article on theandroidphone dot com
2.2.1 is out, breaks 1-click root
1 click root will not work on this phone

Sorry man. Im new to the whole forum scene
Sent from my SGH-T959 using XDA App

DonJuan692006 said:
First off, wrong section, this should be in General, not Development.
As for what your trying to do, try using the SuperOneClick method, found here. Your probably trying to root using the goldcard method which will work, but isn't what you want to do. Use the method I linked and let me know if it works. Hopefully, it will and didn't get patched.
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I heard from somewhere that the 2.2.1 update fixes that flaw so the 1-click method is probably not going to work. If he uses the goldcard method it will downgrade his radio too since I am pretty sure this new update will also come with a new radio. Just recently, I used the update.zip method of flashing to the new radio and it went flawlessly. Not noticing any difference in it though regarding performance.
And yes I was feeling... dangerous when I flashed the radio.
EDIT: Oh! Thread moved.

LOL. Yes we do get the new radio. Saw someone post their system info on the t-mobile forums that had gotten the update. Hopefully we'll see a fix for one of the one-click root apps soon.
Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 3G using Tapatalk

One click worked for me on my 2.2.1 without problem. What gave me problem is that new update was restoring origonal recovery after reboot. I believe best way to do it is flash 1.5 SAPPIMG or whatever that file called, than install rooted 1.6 and then already rooted froyo. Dont foeget to install recovery from amon ra or clockwork when you will be on 1.5. Tutorial on how to do it is in dasansrule post, link is in my tutorial: development/[custom Radio SPL] sticky
Sent from my HTC Magic using XDA App

How to Root Android 2.2 Froyo

Dear Friends,
I know that similar kind of questions has been already raised by many.But I am not clear about the anser.At present is it possible to root htc wildfire running 2.2 froyo?.With froyo, my phone is running too slow and battery is draining much faster than before.I really got fed up with this.I read in some forums that downgrading to 2.1 is also difficult.Is it so?
Hope some of our friends are working on these.
Please help me in these matters
Cheers
Arun

arunmangalam said:
Dear Friends,
I know that similar kind of questions has been already raised by many.But I am not clear about the anser.At present is it possible to root htc wildfire running 2.2 froyo?.With froyo, my phone is running too slow and battery is draining much faster than before.I really got fed up with this.I read in some forums that downgrading to 2.1 is also difficult.Is it so?
Hope some of our friends are working on these.
Please help me in these matters
Cheers
Arun
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At the moment you can't get permanant root on 2.2. You can get a temporary root, but that wont let you edit anything on /system. If you can find someone with an xtc clip you can get your phone S-OFF which makes /system writeable.
Downgrading seems to be easy based off the 2 or 3 step by step guides I've seen on this forum so far.
Your questions are no different to any of the ones asked before by others, please use the search next time.

Downgrading will work, but, it will still be unrootable. As said above, the only way as of now to root 2.2 is by using an XTC Clip hardware box to get S-OFF, then, downgrade (this is a 'proper' downgrade) and root.

You can root your phone...
i have posted step by step instructions on my website on how to root any android phone running firmware 1.5 and above
since XDA wont allow me to post a link visit my website.. "ajknowsitall. webs. com"

Enough of this already, people. You need a XTC Clip for that, which costs about $220. This is the only way, for now.

Moderation needed!
Alot of topics about the same thing ...

anyone try his method?
ajknowsitall said:
You can root your phone...
i have posted step by step instructions on my website on how to root any android phone running firmware 1.5 and above
since XDA wont allow me to post a link visit my website.. "ajknowsitall. webs. com"
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ajknowsitall said:
You can root your phone...
i have posted step by step instructions on my website on how to root any android phone running firmware 1.5 and above
since XDA wont allow me to post a link visit my website.. "ajknowsitall. webs. com"
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I don't believe this. Because that process was not a newer one and was there long ago. If it worked, it must have became a lot popular by now. And "Universal Androot" is not a root application recommended for NAND locked devices like wildfire. If one has bypassed the nand security with xtc clip and made s-off, then this process might work. And once if u make s-off, there are many other rooting options available. But the point here is to root the wildfire with hboot 1.01 and S-ON dude.... Do not just stick with the thread title. Read the thread, he mentioned wildfire 2.2 clearly.
I doubt whether ur device is wildfire or not (if wildfire rooted or not). Check the below attached "Root and Me" application. In that, go to the root guides and check the compatible devices for "Universal Androot" process. There is no wildfire in that.
Just confirm any process after it worked with u guys.
mjgs said:
Moderation needed!
Alot of topics about the same thing ...
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Actually this thread was a bit fair one started on 21st march (and then reposted yesterday). There are a lot other threads recently started with the same topic. But still i agree with u.
ballubas said:
anyone try his method?
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U might not have asked this question if u know that his process is nothing but "Universal Androot".
Inspite of being aware, i just tried it for u. It won't work and says failed.
If anyone wants to recheck they might. Actually that process is little bit confusing. And im attaching a screen shot of that website below.
The process says to install "App installer" just to install an apk file. Cant we install an apk file from a file manager ? This is ok.
Then the process says just to enable usb debugging alone to transfer the apk file frm PC to wildfire. It not even says from ADB, so i expect it means to transfer through disk drive. Come on stop joking.

I found that this forum
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833953
was very helpful I am running droid 2.2 Froyo on a Cherry Mobile Candy
I was able to root my phone semi permanently. So long as I don't clear the data for the Z4root program I maintain superuser status. So far I have had no problems and have been able to remove bloatware using AntTek App manager with ease.

thanks man

Come on guys, let's stop reviving threads from a year and 2 months ago...

N00B
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA

[Q] Mytouch 4g Rooting 2.3.4 ota ram problem

i am having one mytouch 4g with OTA 2.3.4 ROM, and i want to root it, but with visionary i am not able to root it, kindly guide me.
thanks in advance

arunkarnwal1981 said:
i am having one mytouch 4g with OTA 2.3.4 ROM, and i want to root it, but with visionary i am not able to root it, kindly guide me.
thanks in advance
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http://bit.ly/qJhvIa
That will give you everything you need to start out.
It's my Newcomers guide. Same link as in my signature.

Links are Broken HELP!

YOu know It's annoying I am trying to follow any guide here to downgrade my Mytouch 4g and every link is broken. For Visionary, for the dang stock rom. And I don't want to ask a question without gettiung yelled at. BUt can someone please link me a GOOD LINK with the Mytouch stock ROM so I can start rooting this thing please.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1476745
Have you seen this post?

Thank you sir.

How to root and install ICS on MyTouch 4G (v2.3.5)

Hi all,
First of all my name is AL and I am new to the forum. I am an IT tech but I have to admit I'm COMPLETELY LOST when it comes to 'messing around' with cell phones. I have an HTC Glacier (MyTouch 4G) on version 2.3.5 and I want to root it and install ICS (4.0.3 I believe is the latest) on it. I have looked around all over the web but haven't found detailed instructions on how to do this and the few I have found require for my phone to be on version 2.2.1 only. I am more than willing to 'donate' for someone to provide me with detailed step-by-step instructions on how to achieve my goal of running ICS on my MyTouch 4G. I will appreciate all the help and input you guys can give me!
Thanks in advance!!!
AL

You might want to check out the mytouch 4g forum instead of asking in the hardware hacking forum. Posting in the wrong place just clutters up the forum and next time you might not get a response. Also check out the rules on xda.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/announcement.php?f=796
If this is your first time flashing a rom, learning how to root, etc. I would suggest going to youtube and watch some videos on how to do different things like that.
But to get you started
Rooting/S-Off:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=858996
And look for a rom that you might want:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=796
Be careful, this can break your phone and void your warranty. Read everything first and if you don't feel comfortable doing it, then don't do it. It is no body's fault but yours if something goes wrong.
Enjoy

I too will help you, but I suggest u do it in steps. Step 1 you need to downgrade to Froyo 2.2.1 and here is a link to the guide. Read it a couple times until you understand it
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1178912
After you downgrade, you will need to root and get s-off, and here is a link to the guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=858996
And after that you will need to flash a custom recovery, and install engineering bootloader. Then you can flash away..but be warned, you can brick your phone if you aren't careful. So make sure you read and understand what u r doing...
from my HTC Glacier using xda premium