i just bought a used s4 for Att and it seems to have Goldeneye installed and safestrap which isnt on.
also its not rooted.
how do i return to out of the box stock?
so i can have a clean slate to work on.
You search for how to Odin a stock image on your device. Hint: the general section has many posts on this.
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tennisshoeninja said:
i just bought a used s4 for Att and it seems to have Goldeneye installed and safestrap which isnt on.
also its not rooted.
how do i return to out of the box stock?
so i can have a clean slate to work on.
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What is baseband number?
norbarb said:
what is baseband number?
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i337ucufnb1
tennisshoeninja said:
i337ucufnb1
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Here is full odin stock of NB1 firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50667366&postcount=2
norbarb said:
Here is full odin stock of NB1 firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50667366&postcount=2
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is NB1 the lastest?
tennisshoeninja said:
is NB1 the lastest?
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Yes
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StolenVW said:
Yes
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Thank you.
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tennisshoeninja said:
is NB1 the lastest?
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So throw this into the pda slot and flash it right?
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tennisshoeninja said:
So throw this into the pda slot and flash it right?
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Yes, but as an fyi, there is no direct root method for nb1. So if you're looking for root you might want to consider mk2
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Yes, but as an fyi, there is no direct root method for nb1. So if you're looking for root you might want to consider mk2
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thanks for saving me there...yup i do want root
[quote name="jd1639" post=52139040]Yes, but as an fyi, there is no direct root method for nb1. So if you're looking for root you might want to consider mk2
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thanks for saving me there...yup i do want root[/QUOTE]
Then you're going to want this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=49687770
Use saferoot to root. You can Google it
Edit, look in the general forum and read up on mk2 and nb1. You can get a rooted nb1 rom on your phone with safestrap. But do some homework before you decide doing it.
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I just want to know where can I find the files to root my Samsung Galaxy S4 build MK2, I tried to look for it here, but I haven't any luck.
Cf auto root.
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daniel4653 said:
Cf auto root.
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Yes that one or everything that might work to root my phone.
jonathanrvs15 said:
I just want to know where can I find the files to root my Samsung Galaxy S4 build MK2, I tried to look for it here, but I haven't any luck.
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check this out http://bit.ly/Ko01uD
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Yes that one or everything that might work to root my phone.
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Alright
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My galaxy s4 sprint is running 4.3 os and its rooter on MK2, I currently have negalite rom but I want to get rid of all roms, i want the stock recovery and i need to unroot my phone. Is this possible or most of it? If so how
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My galaxy s4 sprint is running 4.3 os and its rooter on MK2, I currently have negalite rom but I want to get rid of all roms, i want the stock recovery and i need to unroot my phone. Is this possible or most of it? If so how
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I would run the MK2 or NAE tar file from the development section. It will restore your phone to factory setup. However it will install the Knox bootloader. It's likely the easiest path.
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cmonsterf50 said:
I would run the MK2 or NAE tar file from the development section. It will restore your phone to factory setup. However it will install the Knox bootloader. It's likely the easiest path.
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hey can i get a link? Im on the developers section but im not exactly sure what thread to click. Also doing all this is to sell my phone so will the other guy be able to add service to the phone?
smoosani22 said:
hey can i get a link? Im on the developers section but im not exactly sure what thread to click. Also doing all this is to sell my phone so will the other guy be able to add service to the phone?
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Here's the MK2 TAR 4.3
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2601443
And the NAE TAR 4.4
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2663619
As long as the device has a clean ESN with Sprint the buyer shouldn't have any problem activating service. This is the case whether it's rooted or not.
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Here's the MK2 TAR 4.3
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2601443
And the NAE TAR 4.4
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2663619
As long as the device has a clean ESN with Sprint the buyer shouldn't have any problem activating service. This is the case whether it's rooted or not.
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I did the ye now my phones stuck on the yellow sprint background logo thing. Is there a fix?
smoosani22 said:
I did the ye now my phones stuck on the yellow sprint background logo thing. Is there a fix?
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I've seen it take a good few min to push through after running the file. Those tar files need patience.
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cmonsterf50 said:
I've seen it take a good few min to push through after running the file. Those tar files need patience.
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I waited 15 min and my phone gets too hot and turns off. I waited for it to get cold and now im trying again but its getting pretty hot.
smoosani22 said:
I waited 15 min and my phone gets too hot and turns off. I waited for it to get cold and now im trying again but its getting pretty hot.
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Weird ... what file are you using? Odin version?
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Weird ... what file are you using? Odin version?
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MK2 file and the odin provided inside the link u sent me.
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MK2 file and the odin provided inside the link u sent me.
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You might try downloading again. Could be a bad file. Perhaps try an updated version of Odin. Don't know off hand what's noted in the thread. Check the thread for similar issues too. Sammobile has the tar files too, if you want to try another source.
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You might try downloading again. Could be a bad file. Perhaps try an updated version of Odin. Don't know off hand what's noted in the thread. Check the thread for similar issues too. Sammobile has the tar files too, if you want to try another source.
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if those dont work, would using kies to recover help?
smoosani22 said:
if those dont work, would using kies to recover help?
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It's worth a shot. Something has to be going wrong in the steps or the file. If the phone was working before.
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Just boot into stock recovery and do a factory reset. Reboot and profit.
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I have read the beanstown post but has anyone found root for the original leaked kitkat?
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T3KN0P13 said:
I have read the beanstown post but has anyone found root for the original leaked kitkat?
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No, there is currently no way to root it.
airmaxx23 said:
No, there is currently no way to root it.
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Thank you for the quick reply!
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Hello guys
I have Rooted s4 mk2 SS and I want to upgrade to kitkat.
What is the easiest way to upgrade?
:laugh:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2680868
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7mada said:
Hello guys
I have Rooted s4 mk2 SS and I want to upgrade to kitkat.
What is the easiest way to upgrade?
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Here are a couple options to get to stock NC1: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2730144
jmjoyas said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2680868
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This will give me stock 4.4?
7mada said:
This will give me stock 4.4?
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Correct
muniz_ri said:
Correct
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Should I flash the rom over stock or on rom slot? Using the magic tool
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2680868
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Should I flash the rom over stock or on rom slot?
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Should I flash the rom over stock or on rom slot?
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If you are using safe strap 3.72 (kitkat) the only option is to flash the rom slot. As far as i know, rom slots are not supported yet in this version.
unknown.1 said:
If you are using safe strap 3.72 (kitkat) the only option is to flash the rom slot. As far as i know, rom slots are not supported yet in this version.
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Ok now for the magic tool way to upgrade to 4.4, as I am on 4.3 should I use 3.72?
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7mada said:
Ok now for the magic tool way to upgrade to 4.4, as I am on 4.3 should I use 3.72?
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The ultimate goal is to run a kit kat rom right? Are you running pure MK2 or is your baseband NB1?
You use the magic tool to get your phone running a rooted rom with the NB1 baseband. This allows you to flash the 4.4.2 TW based roms using SS 3.72.
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The ultimate goal is to run a kit kat rom right? Are you running pure MK2 or is your baseband NB1?
You use the magic tool to get your phone running a rooted rom with the NB1 baseband. This allows you to flash the 4.4.2 TW based roms using SS 3.72.
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I am on pure mk2 and the first step in the method to upgrade is to flash a 4.4 rom, my question is what SS version should I use?
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7mada said:
I am on pure mk2 and the first step in the method to upgrade is to flash a 4.4 rom, my question is what SS version should I use?
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Yes 3.72 (per the upgrade documentation)
I have acquired an S4 i337 from At&t, it's on the MF3 4.2.2, i have used towel root to root it and installed safestrap as well...
i wanted to upgrade to 4.4, should i just odin the firmware onto it by putting it into download mode? which 4.4 is best for it in terms of stability and stuff...? i think only stock touchwiz is recommended since i don't know whether it's bootloader is locked or not...
second
can i root the 4.4 through towel root easily or is there a problem with it... which in your opinion is the best for the i337? I won't be able to downgrade again yeah?
I would flash the nb1 tar file in Odin and then go from there. You can root everything including oc3. Read through this and you'll find ask your answers, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53758227
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I would flash the nb1 tar file in Odin and then go from there. You can root everything including oc3. Read through this and you'll find ask your answers, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53758227
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thank you for replying, that's very helpful. Also if i may, i need to flash 4.3 before 4.4 or just go directly towards 4.4?
since it says from any base... ?
it's just downloading the firmware (NB1) then putting the phone into download mode, start Odin and wait for the phone to reboot? that's it?
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thank you for replying, that's very helpful. Also if i may, i need to flash 4.3 before 4.4 or just go directly towards 4.4?
since it says from any base... ?
it's just downloading the firmware (NB1) then putting the phone into download mode, start Odin and wait for the phone to reboot? that's it?
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Yes it's as simple as that. Put the tar in PDA or AP slot depending on what version of Odin you're using. Only have f.reset and auto reboot checked.
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Yes it's as simple as that. Put the tar in PDA or AP slot depending on what version of Odin you're using. Only have f.reset and auto reboot checked.
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so i can flash 4.4.2 directly from 4.2.2?
jafferkhan said:
so i can flash 4.4.2 directly from 4.2.2?
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Yes you can with Odin, but do your know the bootloader version of 4.2.2 you're on? If you're on mdb or mdl you probably don't want to update. On 4.2.2 you can use twrp or cwm custom recoveries and flash any roms your want. Once you're on 4.4.4 you'll be limited.
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Yes you can with Odin, but do your know the bootloader version of 4.2.2 you're on? If you're on mdb or mdl you probably don't want to update. On 4.2.2 you can use twrp or cwm custom recoveries and flash any roms your want. Once you're on 4.4.4 you'll be limited.
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okay that's kinda uncool of samsung to lock the bootloader, how would i know which bootloader i have? how do i check? i have installed safestrap by the way... any help?
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okay that's kinda uncool of samsung to lock the bootloader, how would i know which bootloader i have? how do i check? i have installed safestrap by the way... any help?
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Go into setting, about device. Look at the last three characters build number. That's a good indication of what your bootloader is. If your rooted the best way is in a terminal emulator type
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getprop ro.bootloader
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OK I did that it says MF3 in the last three for the build number...
And thanks again man for helping me out... I really appreciate it
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OK I did that it says MF3 in the last three for the build number...
And thanks again man for helping me out... I really appreciate it
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Ok, mf3 already has a bootloader that you can't do much with. Definitely update to nb1 by flashing the tar file in Odin.
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jd1639 said:
Ok, mf3 already has a bootloader that you can't do much with. Definitely update to nb1 by flashing the tar file in Odin.
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so will have to unlock the phone for carriers after i upgrade to NB1?
jafferkhan said:
so will have to unlock the phone for carriers after i upgrade to NB1?
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If the device is already sim unlocked it'll remain so after flashing the stock firmware.
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jd1639 said:
If the device is already sim unlocked it'll remain so after flashing the stock firmware.
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first of all, i wanted to thank you for your swift replies and help, you've been very generous, thank you ...
final question, is 4.4.2 a good upgrade from 4.2.2? is it worth it? i've read 4.4.2 had some issues with the S4... should i remain on 4.2 or upgrade to 4.4? what do you suggest? i've got the firmware (NB1) downloaded alongwith Odin... should i go for it?
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first of all, i wanted to thank you for your swift replies and help, you've been very generous, thank you ...
final question, is 4.4.2 a good upgrade from 4.2.2? is it worth it? i've read 4.4.2 had some issues with the S4... should i remain on 4.2 or upgrade to 4.4? what do you suggest? i've got the firmware (NB1) downloaded alongwith Odin... should i go for it?
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I would. It has bug fixes and you can update to lollipop if you want. You can still have root and safestrap if you want. There really is no downside to it.
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Hey man just wanted to say thanks for your guidance. You've been very helpful. I'm running 4.4.2 and it's great, smoother and better than 4.2.2... Thanks for the prompt replies.
Cheers
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jafferkhan said:
Hey man just wanted to say thanks for your guidance. You've been very helpful. I'm running 4.4.2 and it's great, smoother and better than 4.2.2... Thanks for the prompt replies.
Cheers
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Glad it's working for you
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I'm glad you were around to assist me. I know I'm bad but could you tell me about the the S5 launcher? Can I use it on the stock NB1? Also another thing, is it true the Nj4 is better than NB1?
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