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Tayutama One Click Lag Fix!!!

********Please Mods remove thread if possible!! New Tatuyama fix (ext4) has been incorporated into SuperRooter by DesignGears ********
LINK: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=751934
DISCLAIMER
DO IT ON YOUR OWN RISK.
ME OR ANYONE ELSE ON THIS FORUM IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR BRICKED/DEAD DEVICES AND/OR DEAD SD CARDS.
YOU SHOULD UNDERSTAND EVERY STEP IN THIS HOW-TO BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO FOLLOW.
**********EDIT LOG*******************
8/10/2010: Added Startup Issue Reversion
8/11/2010: Added Alternate Manual Method that might work better than AUTO
8/11/2010: Added Possible Method of Backing EXT2 Partition
Here everyone... I have been trying lag fixes all over the place and I always seem to have issues partitioning the external sd for the apps... so after so many attempts, this was BY FAR the best lag fix out there.... It doesn't rely on the externalsd for functionality.
Easy and nothing special needed.
The steps below are pretty good, but I did things a little different.
Copied the update.zip to my external sdcard.
Then used Root Explorer to copy the update.zip to my internal sd card.
(******Here is the updated filed: http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=376882&d=1281390347******)
Then I used ROM Manager (Reboot into Recovery) to boot into the Linux Loader
Then I said update using update.zip (not install update.zip)
Then Reboot
For some reason it didn't install busybox 1.17.1 so install it manually
(located: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=7574130&postcount=229)
Make sure after you install busybox.apk that you go into busybox and check to MAKE SURE you are running 1.17.1 ONLY. You might have an older version or newer version but it must be 1.17.1; if different just click install.
After that follow the MCR Scripts below. (Took about 6 minutes to do everything)
*** If MCR Scripts DOES NOT show up, its probably because you don't have the non market install hack on your phone. In the update.zip you can find the apk and install via ADB, but I didn't do it this way. ******
(Original Thread! Alternate method on OP in link below! Some people say it worked better for them.)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=7587405&postcount=417
@Tayutama
I ran the Tayutama update.zip using the up+power+menu button method, it installed in seconds and I restarted the phone. I ran the benchmark but still got 8xx scores. I'm an Noob, so needed more thorough instructions. These are now given below. NOTE: THIS METHOD IS MUCH MORE NOOB FRIENDLY AND DOES NOT REQUIRE A PC OR USB DEBUGGING MODE.
EDIT I had realised I needed to launch the newly installed MCR app after restart and choose a lagfix file to run. I ran the file and 'all complete'. This worked a treat. Ran Quadrant and now have a top score of 2114 running on JM2. System is much snappier. This mod of RyanZA fix by Tayutama is the most noob friendly also. Full instructions as follows:
EDIT Requirements: Make sure your phone has 'superuser' app installed by checking your app list. If it isn't installed, you can use a newer beta version of Tayutama's update.zip
available at; http://forum.xda-developers.com/atta...4&d=1281437129
Full instructions:
1. The update.zip installs all the files needed. It is attached here; http://forum.xda-developers.com/atta...2&d=1281390347
2. Place it on your internal sdcard
3. Turn off your phone.
4. Hold down Up+powerbutton+Menubutton for a couple of seconds until u see the galaxy logo .
5. Use the up and down buttons to get to update.zip.
6. Press menu button on update.zip to select it
7. It installs root, correct busybox (1.17.1) as well as all the scripts needed for the fix and the 'MCR Scripts' app to run the scripts. (NOTE: This version does not install superuser.app which is needed, although the beta update.zip does, so read 'requirements' above if needed)
8. After install, the phone restarts.
9. Go to the newly installed 'MCR Scripts' application from the app list, open it and choose from 3 scripts. For example, Lagfix10024 is the 1gb ex2 version.
10. The script should run and take a few minutes.
11. You should see an 'all complete' prompt, and this means you can close the application.
12. Run quadrant to test if the fix was applied.
Originally Posted by Tayutama
Don't know if you mind me posting this here RyanZA, but i made a update.zip out of your script. NOTE THIS ONLY WORKS ON 2.1
What this update.zip file does is that it copies a few files to your internal sdcard and installs ASE which can be used to run .sh files without the need to use a terminal.
There are 3 scripts included:
LagFix1024.sh - Makes a 1GB file on /data
LagFix512.sh - Makes a 512MB file on /data
RemoveFix.sh - Removes the lagfix
This also includes BusyBox 1.17.1 so no need to install that first.
Testet this on JM1
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********Alternate Method that might even work better!! ****************
All the files are located in the update.zip file that you need to download.
1. Connect phone to PC, make sure adb can see it:
adb devices
2. adb kill-server
3. adb push createlagfix.txt /sdcard/createlagfix.sh
4. adb push playlogos1 /sdcard/playlogos1
5. adb push userinit.sh /sdcard/userinit.sh
6. adb shell su -c "/system/bin/sh /sdcard/createlagfix.sh"
7. adb kill-server
8. adb reboot
************ Reverting back if there are boot up and black screen issues ****************
If you have black screen and doesn't boot into the desktop, this is the fix to return back to normal state:
To fix that problem:
1. Boot into Recovery Mode (Vol Up + Vol Down + Power) Let go of Power after you see AT&T.
2. Delete User Cache
3. Delete All User Data
4. Then see if your phone boots up
5. If your phone does boot up then navigate to Settings -> Security -> Factory Reset
6. After factory reset your phone should be useable again.
DO NOT INSTALL THIS UPDATE IF YOU DO NOT KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING.
**********Possible method of Backing up Your EXT2 Partition **********
BTW I would also perform a NANDROID Backup as well which can be done by using ROM Manager to boot into the Android Loader....
Nandroid does NOT back up the apps off your SD card.
AppsToSD (I'm speaking re MoDaCo's rom here) uses the ext2 partition on your SD card for the /data/app and /data/app-private folders, where your actual downloaded application files are kept. Nandroid does NOT back this up, and simply mounting your SD card and copying the files off also does not back this up.
The only way to back up these critical folders is to directly copy them to somewhere else. You can use command line or Droid Explorer.
If you want to use command line, do this from an ADB shell or terminal:
mkdir /sdcard/backup/
mkdir /sdcard/backup/app
mkdir /sdcard/backup/app-private
cp -r /data/app/* /sdcard/backup/app/
cp -r /data/app-private/* /sdcard/backup/app-private/
This will create two folders on your SD card: app and app-private, both in a folder called Backup. It will then copy the entire contents of your /data/app and /data/app-private folders to your SD card.
After you do this, back up the entire contents of your SD card as normal.
To restore the files after replacing/partitioning your SD card, head to this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=585349
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Quadrant score was 917 and was on stock roms.....
Now Quad score is 2193 and still on stock roms.....
Tested on 2.1 Update 1 Captivate
Baseband: I897UCJF6

slider2828 said:
Quadrant score was 917 and was on stock roms.....
Now Quad score is 2193 and still on stock roms.....
Tested on 2.1 Update 1 Captivate
Baseband: I897UCJF6
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Does it show strong real world improvements?

good job explaining nothing. troll harder

So....
This is a ""one step"" that isn't one step... ?.. ?
Oh, and for anyone wondering....
This appears to be the ext2 fix.

This IS the same fix from the otger thread, just packaged in update.zip format. Id be a bit more cautious using this one as it hasnt had as much testing among the I9000 crowd much less Captivate users.

Zilch25 said:
This IS the same fix from the otger thread, just packaged in update.zip format. Id be a bit more cautious using this one as it hasnt had as much testing among the I9000 crowd much less Captivate users.
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Thanks for confirming this. I am seeing strong real world improvements, too. Dolphin Browser HD is very snappy and everything seems a lot faster (I am on stock captivate, btw, couldn't get this to work on I9000 for some reason).
Only thing is you should back up frequently because it can be corrupted a lot more easily since it is on ext2.

hm... i applied the update in clockwork mod recovery, i have super user and the correct busybox version installed and rebooted the system. i went to the app list and could not find the "MCR SCRIPT" you mentioned i should be seeing... am i doing something wrong?

THat is weird I saw mine in the apps list.... its just called MCR with a green dog bowl and light bulb....
Woops sorry for the truncation in the quote.... I have attached the update.zip file that you need to download.... The update.zip file you used is probably a ROM Manager Update.zip, so just rename it and copy the new update.zip file to the internal sd....
Sorry.....

solufein said:
good job explaining nothing. troll harder
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What the hell does that mean.... You saying it doesn't work? Why not try it and it is an EXT2 fix.
max_warheads said:
So....
This is a ""one step"" that isn't one step... ?.. ?
Oh, and for anyone wondering....
This appears to be the ext2 fix.
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This isn't one step because I don't have the USB cable with me. I just had a USB adapter for the microsd and I can't boot into the linux loader correctly without the cable, so I used ROM Manager. It would have been easier if I did.
Zilch25 said:
This IS the same fix from the otger thread, just packaged in update.zip format. Id be a bit more cautious using this one as it hasnt had as much testing among the I9000 crowd much less Captivate users.
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Yup it is but on the internal card. Are you sure its the same? Look at the OG thread, a LOT of people have tried it with great success....
darth_vato said:
Thanks for confirming this. I am seeing strong real world improvements, too. Dolphin Browser HD is very snappy and everything seems a lot faster (I am on stock captivate, btw, couldn't get this to work on I9000 for some reason).
Only thing is you should back up frequently because it can be corrupted a lot more easily since it is on ext2.
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How do you back it up?

i updated the zip and rebooted used busy box and i dont have that MCR app

Bionicboto said:
i updated the zip and rebooted used busy box and i dont have that MCR app
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Same instructions before, did you download the update.zip? I just added that instruction. Can you try again after that?

slider2828 said:
THat is weird I saw mine in the apps list.... its just called MCR with a green dog bowl and light bulb....
Woops sorry for the truncation in the quote.... I have attached the update.zip file that you need to download.... The update.zip file you used is probably a ROM Manager Update.zip, so just rename it and copy the new update.zip file to the internal sd....
Sorry.....
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when you say put the update.zip into the phone... do i put it in the internal sd card root? or do i put it in the ROM MANAGER folder? when i choose apply update, it only gives me one option to update from: /sdcard/update.zip. i choose that it installs properly and i reboot. i still don't the app, lol.
i also have removed the the recovery-update.zip or renamed it and tried to reboot into recovery mode via ROM MANAGER but it doesn't let me do it because it can't find the zip. then i tried to put the update into the the ROM MANAGER folder and it says it can't the find update.

its still the same cant find the app i reboot to recovery apply sd card update.zip go to yes and it says installed reboot and its not there

arsinic said:
when you say put the update.zip into the phone... do i put it in the internal sd card root? or do i put it in the ROM MANAGER folder? when i choose apply update, it only gives me one option to update from: /sdcard/update.zip. i choose that it installs properly and i reboot. i still don't the app, lol.
i also have removed the the recovery-update.zip or renamed it and tried to reboot into recovery mode via ROM MANAGER but it doesn't let me do it because it can't find the zip. then i tried to put the update into the the ROM MANAGER folder and it says it can't the find update.
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Sorry for the bad reply.
Rename the update.zip that is already on the internal sd cards root because that is ROM Managers using ROOT Explorer
Then copy the update.zip that you downloaded to the external SD card.
Then copy update.zip from the external sd card to the internal sd cards root.
Then use ROM Manager to reboot into the linux loader.
Hope that helps?
-Ken

slider2828 said:
Sorry for the bad reply.
The update.zip that you use download, copy it the the internal sd card's root... (Basically where ROM Manager update.zip was. Like you did Rename the update.zip that is already there, because that is ROM Managers).
Hope that helps?
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hm... the only update.zip i have is in the Recovery Mod folder named: recovery-update.zip. the only update.zip i have in the sdcard root is the update.zip i downloaded from the your url and have been applying that as the update. i seem to be having the same problem as Bionicboto.
should i have the rom manager's update.zip in there also or it doesn't matter? and i also have no external sd card. is that something i need in order to get this update working properly?

Did you ever perform a backup with the ROM Manager? That usually creates a update.zip.....
Basically when I log into root explorer and click on SDCARD.... you should see the update.zip in that folder along with Android folder, busybox folder, clockworkmod folder, DCIM folder, downloads folder, etc etc....

slider2828 said:
Did you ever perform a backup with the ROM Manager? That usually creates a update.zip.....
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i preformed a backup right before i did all this. i did notice the update.zip in there. i took it out and put in the update.zip you uploaded. do i need both in there?
thanks for the quick replies btw.

Nope... Try this... with ROM Manager,
Choose Flash ClockWorkMod Recovery and that will recreate the boot files for ROM Manager.... and also backup your current ROM again.
Then try the steps again.
OMG Dude I noticed you in oakland, I am in hayward/san leandro.... We can try after I get off work which is in 30 minutes. and then take 30 minutes to get back to SL....
You wanna meet at the starbux on marina?

Flashed and installed perfectly. Bumped my quadrant up to 2117. Good post, thanks.

MultiCSC OXXJK2 - Asian MultiCSC

ok i know, another attempt to learn something from seniors:
Just downloaded the 'GT-P1000-CSC-MULTI-OXXJK2.tar.md5 *' from samfirmware.com attempt to flash asian multicsc and after unzipping, see the tar.md5 extension and feel something have to do with the 'signed' thingy every one now fear of.
This tar.md5 contains 3 files: cache.rfs, dbdata.rfs & moveinand.mst
May i know will i face problem if i flash this csc with Roto's JME firmware?

I just try flashed my tab to the newest asian rom == ZHKA1 with the CSC u mentioned .....
After reboot.......
Do u think I being signed?
HA...HA....HA....
It still unsigned and can flash any rom I like..
I just test it with SGT bootloader check..!!!
So, just go on, without this CSC, the tab even can't boot!!!!!
MY FIRST FLASH in Galaxy TAB...

the mentioned CSC didnt work with Roto's JME flash which i applied to my SGT. Odin1.7 reported checksum not right or something like that and halt the flash. so i am using CPW from JME multiCSC that came with Roto's.
I will try when gingerbread 2.3 is ready for SGT. btw, you're from HK/China to use that ZHKA1?

I from Hong Kong, haven't flash Roto JPE before as it have protected bootloader issue.
Just follow the guide of Chainfire to asure the ROM is safe before flash. I think your tab have be protected as the post stated by Chainfire.
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rainbow ng said:
I just try flashed my tab to the newest asian rom == ZHKA1 with the CSC u mentioned .....
After reboot.......
Do u think I being signed?
HA...HA....HA....
It still unsigned and can flash any rom I like..
I just test it with SGT bootloader check..!!!
So, just go on, without this CSC, the tab even can't boot!!!!!
MY FIRST FLASH in Galaxy TAB...
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Check Fus also notified me of KA1 version available, but could you kindly explain step by step how you upgraded your FW please?

smaragdhk said:
Check Fus also notified me of KA1 version available, but could you kindly explain step by step how you upgraded your FW please?
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he....he.... "Fus" mean what??
I am not expert, just share my experience to see if it helpful.
When I 1st flash I9000, I lost much thing, like APN (can't use 3G), CSC code( no Samsung Apps to download, market link, can't use KIES to update offical rom, IMEI no), and some app which need password and username as I forgot that anyway. So try to backup everything is the must before you flash, as mentioned by Rotohammer and Chainfire.
Go to your APN setting and write down everything for u to get your 3G connection.
Use Z4Root to root your device and make a full backup with "Titianium Backup".
Use SGS tools to backup ur product code, something like nv_data.bin etc.
Use root explorer to copy the /efs
Use Chainfire root if u can to make a nandroid backup of your current ROM, it is highly recommended in case your TAB being bricked can easily recover to the current stage without pain.
after everything backuped, copy all the file to your computer or external SD card and remember to unmount it.
Flash is simple , backup is painful but MUST do if u don't want to post "my TAB is bricked, help me pls" in the forum. (In actual case , it is really difficult for u to brick your TAB or I9000 permenant if u are not a developer like Chainfire as they always try to make something experimental on the phone that why they are so respective!
Flash procedure:
1. stop the KIES running in your computer, (front or background running is not allowed), terminate it by task manager of window if u don't know how.
2. start the Odin v1.7
click the re-partition box, click the pit and choose p1.pit, click the PDA and choose the ROM file u want to flash,in me case is KA1, which should with .tar as extension, click the CSC and choose the CSC u want to use.
3. power off you TAB , remove SIM and SDcard, press the volume down and the power buttons together for a few seconds, a nice yellow android robot appear on the skin, release the buttons and connect to the computer asap.
4. the Odin window will appear a yellow box if it detect the phone, then click the start button.
5. everything will go on automatically , no need to do anything and pls don't, be patient . The whole process of flashing about 3 to 7 minutes, then the TAB reboot to fresh new ROM.
p.s. if any thing go wrong or missing berfore u connect the phone to computer, just close all restart again, do not click any thing not mentioned. If the phone hv any problem long press the power button for 8 second will reboot. if u failed (odin will tell u), and see "phone-!-computer" ,just re- start the odin again and plug in the phone, u will see the yellow box and click start , the flashing process wil restart once again.
hope helpful. ;-)
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rainbow ng said:
Flash procedure:
1. stop the KIES running in your computer, (front or background running is not allowed), terminate it by task manager of window if u don't know how.
2. start the Odin v1.7
click the re-partition box, click the pit and choose p1.pit, click the PDA and choose the ROM file u want to flash,in me case is KA1, which should with .tar as extension, click the CSC and choose the CSC u want to use.
3. power off you TAB , remove SIM and SDcard, press the volume down and the power buttons together for a few seconds, a nice yellow android robot appear on the skin, release the buttons and connect to the computer asap.
4. the Odin window will appear a yellow box if it detect the phone, then click the start button.
5. everything will go on automatically , no need to do anything and pls don't, be patient . The whole process of flashing about 3 to 7 minutes, then the TAB reboot to fresh new ROM.
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Are you able to root this? I did the same as you before, but error is not enough space for superuser.apk sigh, if you have any info, perhaps enlightening me
EDIT: Nevermind Put in su, busybox, and superuser.apk into /system/app through linux mount, in the process I removed usual stuffs that I dont need Cool!

fastcx said:
EDIT: Nevermind Put in su, busybox, and superuser.apk into /system/app through linux mount, in the process I removed usual stuffs that I dont need Cool!
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use adb shell
rootsh
mount /system
cd app
ls ~~ to see what is inside and choose some unwanted app
rm
exit
exit
and now u gain space in /system and can install su
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rainbow ng said:
use adb shell
rootsh
mount /system
cd app
ls ~~ to see what is inside and choose some unwanted app
rm
exit
exit
and now u gain space in /system and can install su
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Already rooted it yesterday but thanks anyway, i just edit the factory.rfs in linux b4 I flash it into my tab instead now I dont need to remove anything after flash

fastcx said:
i just edit the factory.rfs in linux b4 I flash it into my tab instead now I dont need to remove anything after flash
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Out of interest, do you use this Linux shell command ?
#mount -o loop factoryfs.rfs /mnt/rfs
On Mac OS X terminal I normally use the following commands, but I don't think modifications can be written back to the RFS archive:
#sudo mkdir /Volumes/rfs
#sudo hdiutil attach -imagekey diskimage-class=CRawDiskImage -nomount factory.rfs
#sudo mount_msdos /dev/disk{n} /Volumes/rfs
I use Ubuntu for most of my Android hacking, so I guess I will also start using Linux to look inside RFS archives, and to modify them directly

Trying to Root Nexu s I9020A on 2.3.6

Hello XDA,
So I was following a youtube guide that shows how to root nexus s. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSD92Qjt5Og). This is one click verison. So after unlocking the bootloader, when its time to select flash CWM, the CMD window would just close. I guess the file i was using were bad. So then i switched over to another youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EA6DlAqYUeo). In this video, (using the files in video's description), I mananged to flash CWM (but i used the latest verison of CWM 5023-cyan.img). Then pretty much followed the video and got superuser installed on my nexus. Now when i tried to boot into recovery, it will not boot into CWM. it shows the android with exclamation mark and there when i press volume up and power, i am taken to the stock recovery i guess.. So now I am confused if my phone is rooted. I do have superuser installed on my phone right now (version that was included in the 2nd youtube video) but I don't have CWM. I am interested in flashing other ROMS. How and what should i do? Sorry for the long explanation. Thanks for your help

Use root explorer or similar program to rename the file "/system/etc/install-recovery.sh" to anything you like (e.g. install-recovery.sh.bak), as this script is run on boot and replaces a custom bootloader if it is installed. After this just flash CWM again and you can be free
You'll have to do this anytime you install a Google Stock ROM.

Harbb said:
Use root explorer or similar program to rename the file "/system/etc/install-recovery.sh" to anything you like (e.g. install-recovery.sh.bak), as this script is run on boot and replaces a custom bootloader if it is installed. After this just flash CWM again and you can be free
You'll have to do this anytime you install a Google Stock ROM.
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I installed ES File Explorer and I cannot locate any folder called system.. the only 3 folders I see are "android", "clockworkmod", "Lost.DIR". root explorer is paid app. do you know any other free app. I don't know if this ES File explorer allows me to see system files. Its only showing whats on SD card...

NVM... i managed to get another app.. that allowed me to change the file name as you suggested.. then i installed ROM manager.. Flashed CWM from there.. and rebooted into recovery.. and GUESS WHAT.. I GOT CWM.. .. thanks buddy..

No worries mate. BTW, for ES, you need to go to options and tick the two options all the way at the bottom (enable root, mount /system).

[Q] rw mounting help

Hey im sure im one of many who have asked this but I looked around I couldnt find a solution that worked for me
My goal is only to change my lock ring softkeys and glowdots simple right? It always was until recently...
Ive tried a few roms and I installed busybox completely its updated and everythimg I do have root acess
My bootloader is indeed unlocked. And everything is done correctly
I am running 4.4.2 a custom somy z1 rom on nexus 4 16gb
I have tried both zipthemer and metamorph and
Metamorph claims rw is not mounted
On some roms I was able to chamge softkeys in some cases and not be able to do lock rings though
My questions are can you lead me to mounting and it would be lovely if someone can explain to me how this works and why I could change one but not the other.
Thank you

KrisLovesTacos said:
Hey im sure im one of many who have asked this but I looked around I couldnt find a solution that worked for me
My goal is only to change my lock ring softkeys and glowdots simple right? It always was until recently...
Ive tried a few roms and I installed busybox completely its updated and everythimg I do have root acess
My bootloader is indeed unlocked. And everything is done correctly
I am running 4.4.2 a custom somy z1 rom on nexus 4 16gb
I have tried both zipthemer and metamorph and
Metamorph claims rw is not mounted
On some roms I was able to chamge softkeys in some cases and not be able to do lock rings though
My questions are can you lead me to mounting and it would be lovely if someone can explain to me how this works and why I could change one but not the other.
Thank you
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What's the problem with zipthemer? Never fails me so far.

arffrhn said:
What's the problem with zipthemer? Never fails me so far.
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Can you give me your directions I used to always use it
But sometimes itll only make some mods work and Some not

KrisLovesTacos said:
Can you give me your directions I used to always use it
But sometimes itll only make some mods work and Some not
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1. Make sure you are rooted.
2. Download the lockring you want and copy it into your phone (or just download it using phone).
3. Install zip themer app.
4. Update edify (make sure you have the rom zip which you are currently using saved in your phone storage).
5. Choose theme and select the previously downloaded lockring.
6. Create it.
7. Note the new zip file created for the lockring.
8. Reboot into recovery. Flash the newly created zip.
9. Reboot into system and that's it.
More detailed steps here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=39572221&postcount=18

arffrhn said:
1. Make sure you are rooted.
2. Download the lockring you want and copy it into your phone (or just download it using phone).
3. Install zip themer app.
4. Update edify (make sure you have the rom zip which you are currently using saved in your phone storage).
5. Choose theme and select the previously downloaded lockring.
6. Create it.
7. Note the new zip file created for the lockring.
8. Reboot into recovery. Flash the newly created zip.
9. Reboot into system and that's it.
More detailed steps here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=39572221&postcount=18
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Didnt work

[New] Xperia Z1 lollipop 5.1.1

I've upgraded to lollipop 5.1.1
But the proplem was to root it
ALL I HAVE FOUND WAS
downgrade and build prerooted zip zip.. etc
But now you don't have to do that
So let's start​By rooting your device you will void warranty
1. do backup for your phone
IAM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE
2.download the the files we need... Links down
3.go to Setting>security>unknown sources .... And tick it
4. Setup king root and start it
You will notified that there is code in app trying to bypassing android security
Install it any way
5. When finish go to download folder and extract the second attachment to /sdcard/
6.download terminal emulator from here
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm
7. When install open it then get root permission
Code:
su
Then
Code:
sh /sdcard/mrw/root.sh
And you will have root with supersu
If you want to keep kingroot
Skip from step 5
Hit thank if that help you
Download
Kingroot
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3yReeEdHxbWZkRqWWsxdDZxWGc/view?usp=docslist_api
Repace kingroot with supersu
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3yReeEdHxbWbl9nYlNTc2FyeVk/view?usp=docslist_api
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Screenshot
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3yReeEdHxbWNk40MzJYYXVtUnc/view

Last time I tried it only works on 5.0.2 unless kingroot updated and now you can do 5.1.1 too

Confirmed
Tested and worked for Xperia z1 lollipop 5.1.1 fw. 368

Worked for me.

First link was deleted by google. I tried with the kingroot apk from their site, but it didn't work with that.
EDIT: strange, it did work over Mobile data but not over WiFi. I am now considering you my personal God.

abdo.war said:
I've upgraded to lollipop 5.1.1
But the proplem was to root it
ALL I HAVE FOUND WAS
downgrade and build prerooted zip zip.. etc
But now you don't have to do that
Download
Kingroot
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3yReeEdHxbWZkRqWWsxdDZxWGc/view?usp=docslist_api
Repace kingroot with supersu
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3yReeEdHxbWbl9nYlNTc2FyeVk/view?usp=docslist_api
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already root with pre-root zip but i wanna try this method, can you mirror kingroot file? because i cant access that file , thanks in advanced.

When I try to put in sh /sdcard/mrw/root.sh it says that the directory doesn't exist. I know it does though. Should I rename my sd card to sdcard? or is there something I'm missing?

Fishcracker29 said:
When I try to put in sh /sdcard/mrw/root.sh it says that the directory doesn't exist. I know it does though. Should I rename my sd card to sdcard? or is there something I'm missing?
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Are you using the internal memory, or the external one? If you are using the external, and extracted the zip file there, you need to enter the path on sdcard1. So it's: sh /sdcard1/mrw/root.sh
iedafarha said:
already root with pre-root zip but i wanna try this method, can you mirror kingroot file? because i cant access that file , thanks in advanced.
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You can Download KingRoot from their official site at http://www.kingroot.net/

oh dang what ?! kingroot works now ? since when ? why didnt this come up earlier?

migidid said:
oh dang what ?! kingroot works now ? since when ? why didnt this come up earlier?
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doesn't kingroot add all that Chinese spyware crap?

Squatrack Curler said:
doesn't kingroot add all that Chinese spyware crap?
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yes but if you have any knowledge about rooting, its easy to get rid of and replace it with SuperSU

Doctor0710 said:
Are you using the internal memory, or the external one? If you are using the external, and extracted the zip file there, you need to enter the path on sdcard1. So it's: sh /sdcard1/mrw/root.sh
Ah ok. I read SD card as SD card. Didn't realize he meant internal. I ran it, and it kept coming up with errors that kingroot stopped working. Is that what it is supposed to do? Also now that i have SU on it ( I assume) what next? do I need a specific rom for these? IE I have a telus phone so should I look for a international rom or can I flash any? LOL I am fairly new at Root, and only flashed an HTC M8 but not really sure how to go about the z1. Also is it safe to uninstall kingroot? Sorry and thanks.
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just tested an it works !! thank you Z1 .368

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