questions about KNOX void+ update - Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello!
I have a S4 i9505. It's rooted and it runs a FoxHound rom 4.3 based.
Now that the new kitkat has officially come out, I would like to update to the official firmware using odin etc etc.
I looked up in download mode and I have 0x1 flag in KNOW WARRANTY VOID.
Now my question is: can I install from odin the official 4.3 firmware in this status? or will I get it unfunctional?
I don't know if this question is common or not, but, as I've seen a mess reguarding Knox troubles, I decided to ask directly.
Thanks a lot.

You can flash it without problems. If you have problems then flash modem + bootloader also
Gesendet von meinem GT-I9505 mit Tapatalk

ahhhh my gosh I read again the message and I found out I wrote something stupid;
my question is can I install 4.4 with Odin ? is the problem on the eventual downgrade?
thanks a lot and sorry for that

Actually i read 4.4.2 so my post is based on that yes you can install 4.4.2 via odin. You may encounter wifi issues or lockscreen issues, then you have to flash the matching bootloader and modem
Gesendet von meinem GT-I9505 mit Tapatalk

Related

Rooted Note 3 & software update

Hey guys,
I've just rooted my phone and now the KNOX status is at 0x1 so warranty is void. I don't care about warranty but I would still like to be able to get software updates for my phone. What is the solution? Will unrooting do the trick?
Thanks!
Dimitri Stephan said:
Hey guys,
I've just rooted my phone and now the KNOX status is at 0x1 so warranty is void. I don't care about warranty but I would still like to be able to get software updates for my phone. What is the solution? Will unrooting do the trick?
Thanks!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yes or download from www.sammobile.com
I dont think that unrooting ist enough. Your status will remain custom and so you won't get ota updates. But flashing with odin is still possible.
Gesendet von meinem SM-N9005 mit Tapatalk
Alex87142 said:
I dont think that unrooting ist enough. Your status will remain custom and so you won't get ota updates. But flashing with odin is still possible.
Gesendet von meinem SM-N9005 mit Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Flashing a rom with odin? Please be more specific.
Download the stock rom from sammobile site and flash it using ODIN, can't be more specific I think.
Maby try FLASH STOCK ROM USING ODIN in Google?
Respect!

S III owner --> New to S IV

Hi guys,
So, I just got an S IV today, as a replacement for my beloved S III.
As I've been running CM11 for a long time on my S III, I'd like to keep it that way on my S IV.
However, I've been looking a bit in the forums, and as I got the official 4.4.2 on my S IV, I see that I might be running into some problems, due to Knox - Or will I?
As far as I've understood, I just have to be sure not to flash something that downgrades or installs another bootloader, correct?
If a kind person can clearify for me, that I just can go ahead and do an auto-root, flash a custom recovery and a custom CM11 build - Or what I should avoid, that would be perfect.
Thank you in advance
Your only problem will be that your warranty will be voided if you flash a custom recovery. Other than that there should be no big issues if you are using aosp roms.
Gesendet von meinem GT-I9505 mit Tapatalk
Scumbag Sammy.. But I guess it's almost the same as the flash-counter on my SIII.
Anyway, then there's no chance of bricking and so on?
And if I choose to go back to official Sammy software, I will have to only upgrade, not downgrade?
Well there is always a minimal chance of bricking but if you read the instructions carefully then you will be fine.
Just search for a custom recovery and flash it via odin. Then install the rom you want.
You will not be able to downgrade but in my opinion KitKat is good
Gesendet von meinem GT-I9505 mit Tapatalk
Neo3000x said:
Scumbag Sammy.. But I guess it's almost the same as the flash-counter on my SIII.
Anyway, then there's no chance of bricking and so on?
And if I choose to go back to official Sammy software, I will have to only upgrade, not downgrade?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes it's the same flash counter ? Very difficult to brick as long as you follow guides ?
If you want to go back official you can use odin & correct there's no way to downgrade only stay same or upgrade when next version comes up ?

i9505 Need help guys :)

Hello guys, i recently bought Galaxy S4 i9505, and i updated it to stock 4.4.2 Kitkat. I read some threats about new KNOx security, witch wont allows us to flash rom's and re-flash stock to phones without voiding the warranty. So i wondered, is the flashing process is same as was before security update? Or i have to do something special? I want to root->install cwm->flash CM. Will i have problems with these things? I don't care about warranty.
No you will not have problems. if you dont care about warranty then you can ignore the knox stuff.
Gesendet von meinem GT-I9505 mit Tapatalk
benni2903 said:
No you will not have problems. if you dont care about warranty then you can ignore the knox stuff.
Gesendet von meinem GT-I9505 mit Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So i can instal ordinary roms and stuff? I wont brick my device if i try to change kernels?
ZenMax said:
So i can instal ordinary roms and stuff? I wont brick my device if i try to change kernels?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
As long as you follow the instructions precisely, you won't.
But be careful with things of ODIN, you may wanna double and triple check things before you hit "start" button

[Q] New N3, but Should I update to kitkat

Hi All
Just unpacked my new unlocked UK/EU Note 3 and its still on its 1st charge, however, I traded my S4 when I upgraded my contract and the KK on the S4 was abysmal and buggeed...
Question:
Is KK on the Note 3 as broken and would you recommend me to update to 442 or just flash the latest 4.3 in ODIN
Thanks
NightOrchid said:
Hi All
Just unpacked my new unlocked UK/EU Note 3 and its still on its 1st charge, however, I traded my S4 when I upgraded my contract and the KK on the S4 was abysmal and buggeed...
Question:
Is KK on the Note 3 as broken and would you recommend me to update to 442 or just flash the latest 4.3 in ODIN
Thanks
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Depends on various things, KK on the Note is fine but JB was also -- I assume it has JB on it hence the KK question? cause you cannot downgrade to JB if KK is already only on it.
My recommendation, stay at 4.3 if you don't have any problems. I only update to kk, because Deepsleep problem in 4.3.
After updating to KitKat I don't have the Deepsleep issue.
The SD CARD permission crap for most 3rd party apps is not important for me
If for you, than stay at 4.3
Gesendet von meinem SM-N9005 mit Tapatalk
No, my N3 comes with XXUBMI6 (4.3) dated 11th Sept 2013 at bootup, but this is my works phone for my business, so I want 442 stock to be ok. I have read that theres an Update called MD6 which fixes the bugs of MD5, as long as i get good battery and for the N3 to function as it should then ill just update, but im asking if anyone has had any real issues with KK 442, like the issues on the S4 KK?
Thanks,
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
My recommendation, stay at 4.3 if you don't have any problems. I only update to kk, because Deepsleep problem in 4.3.
After updating to KitKat I don't have the Deepsleep issue.
The SD CARD permission crap for most 3rd party apps is not important for me
If for you, than stay at 4.3
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
All i use the SD card for is Photos, which is connected to OneDrive and Music, nothing else.. so like you I didnt have an issue on the SD either, But it sounds like 442 is fine, Ive just been burned by the s4 crap, and am a bit apprehensive..
NightOrchid said:
No, my N3 comes with XXUBMI6 (4.3) dated 11th Sept 2013 at bootup, but this is my works phone for my business, so I want 442 stock to be ok. I have read that theres an Update called MD6 which fixes the bugs of MD5, as long as i get good battery and for the N3 to function as it should then ill just update, but im asking if anyone has had any real issues with KK 442, like the issues on the S4 KK?
Thanks,
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
My recommendation, stay at 4.3 if you don't have any problems. I only update to kk, because Deepsleep problem in 4.3.
After updating to KitKat I don't have the Deepsleep issue.
The SD CARD permission crap for most 3rd party apps is not important for me
If for you, than stay at 4.3
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
All i use the SD card for is Photos, which is connected to OneDrive and Music, nothing else.. so like you I didnt have an issue on the SD either, But it sounds like 442 is fine, Ive just been burned by the s4 crap, and am a bit apprehensive..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
99 out of 100 users have zero issues with KK on the N3 - I had no issues either. - Go for the update.
buell47 said:
My recommendation, stay at 4.3 if you don't have any problems. I only update to kk, because Deepsleep problem in 4.3.
After updating to KitKat I don't have the Deepsleep issue.
The SD CARD permission crap for most 3rd party apps is not important for me
If for you, than stay at 4.3
Gesendet von meinem SM-N9005 mit Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Like you I didnt have an issue with the SD permissions, I only used it for Pics, Music and MS Office documents.. so its ok.
Ive just been burned by the S$ KK and Im just a bit wary with my New N3 thats all..
radicalisto said:
99 out of 100 users have zero issues with KK on the N3 - I had no issues either. - Go for the update.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks Friend., will do, appreciated.. Just my shiney new N3.. hehe. Wouldnt want to see it broken
Note 3 ist the Best phone for me, with 4.3, and also with 4.4.2
Can't say bad things about 4.4.2, but can't say..... go quickly and update your phone because KitKat sounds good or had any new features and so on. Both runs very good..... only Deepsleep was a problem.
If you make a update, do it right at first time. Spend some time an reset it before, use the recovery mode, wipe cache, use Odin and update your phone. Again reset via recovery mode
Gesendet von meinem SM-N9005 mit Tapatalk
So be carreful about Knox if you don't want losses your warranty
Envoyé de mon SM-G900W8 en utilisant Tapatalk
If you flash the original Samsung Firmware with Odin you don't trigger Knox or something else!!!
Gesendet von meinem SM-N9005 mit Tapatalk
buell47 said:
If you flash the original Samsung Firmware with Odin you don't trigger Knox or something else!!!
Gesendet von meinem SM-N9005 mit Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks all for your help and advice.. Im downloading XXUEND3 dated 14/04, which appears to be the latest one for UK/EU and ill flash with ODIN 309, then wipe through recovery and let you know how i get on.
Ive flashed using ODIN before so i know how it goes
Cheers
Good luck and enjoy your nice phone
Gesendet von meinem SM-N9005 mit Tapatalk
Just to add.
If you are on JB, you have possibility to root (and also update to KitKat with root) without triggering the KNOX. However, on KitKat, there is currently no way to root by not killing the KNOX.

Help with Xposed for Galaxy A3 (A300FU)

Hi.
I need a little help with Xposed, but before I get to what help I need I'll give you a little background info.
I have the Galaxy A3 (A300FU) and it's actually the first smartphone I've ever owned (I know I'm a bit late to the party). When I got it it had kitkat installed which I promptly rooted. I then found out about xposed and installed it and some modules. Recently my carrier, EE, finally released their lollipop upgrade (5.0.2) so I downloaded it from Sam mobile and flashed it over with odin. I then rooted using the method I found here of using the kitkat autoroot and then flashing the correct recovery to get rid of the error it caused. This left me with a working rooted phone running 5.0.2 lollipop however if I turned the phone off while it was charging it automatically rebooted into recovery. I read various ways of fixing this but since I wanted to use the TWRP recovery anyway I went and flashed that too. This also fixed the issue of the phone rebooting into recovery.
Now comes the issue with Xposed. When I had kitkat I installed xposed and a few modules like wanam and everything worked fine. However now I have lollipop it's telling me it doesn't support 64 bit architecture. I looked into this and found a lot of threads that were talking about using an unofficial version of xposed and needing deodexed roms anyway. However when I was using kitkat I was using an odexed rom and I had no issues with it. Also the unofficial xposed that I have found seems to be for 5.1.1 or 5.1.2 not 5.0.2.
Is there a version of xposed that will work on my A300FU running 5.0.2 and if so do I need to deodex my rom first? If so how do I go about doing that? Also could someone tell me why xposed worked with my odexed kitkat rom (I'm just curious about the inner workings) since everything I have read seems to indicate that it shouldn't have worked then either?
Many thanks in advance and sorry for such a long winded beginning I just wanted to explain exactly where I'm at with it and to give an idea of what I've done before so you can get an idea if what I should know how to do.
Thanks again.
I hate to bump but it's been a while since I posted.
Does anyone have any help for me? Really missing some of the things that I used to have with Xposed.
You might give this a shot: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/unofficial-xposed-samsung-lollipop-t3113463/ you'll need to deodex first
Gesendet von meinem SM-A300FU mit Tapatalk
prometh696 said:
You might give this a shot: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/unofficial-xposed-samsung-lollipop-t3113463/ you'll need to deodex first
Gesendet von meinem SM-A300FU mit Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I tried to deodex using the TUTO on here but had no success. Just ended up with a bootloop.
Also after doing a little research I have come to the conclusion that because my device is running ARMv7 that it must be 32 bit. However I'm also being told that I'm running 64 bit so I'm a little confused as to whether I should install the 32 bit Xposed or the 64 bit Xposed if and when I manage to deodex my ROM.
I managed to get it running:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...to-5-0-2-xposed-custom-recovery-knox-t3251317
Gesendet von meinem SM-A300FU mit Tapatalk
prometh696 said:
I managed to get it running:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...to-5-0-2-xposed-custom-recovery-knox-t3251317
Gesendet von meinem SM-A300FU mit Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks. I didn't see that thread when I was looking for a solution.

Categories

Resources