I decided a few months to buy the Galaxy S5 and now wonder if I should start doing experiments with my S4 with root, Knox and custom ROMs
My phone is currently an official firmware .4.4.2
What do you think is it worth to ignore warranty, etc.
AEkiz said:
I decided a few months to buy the Galaxy S5 and now wonder if I should start doing experiments with my S4 with root, Knox and custom ROMs
My phone is currently an official firmware .4.4.2
What do you think is it worth to ignore warranty, etc.
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This may not be that helpful but, when all is said and done it is entirely up to you what you do with your phone. I don't think anyone can advise in this situation. Its your choice.
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CarlM34 said:
This may not be that helpful but, when all is said and done it is entirely up to you what you do with your phone. I don't think anyone can advise in this situation. Its your choice.
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Just wanted to see what their opinions
I guess there are others who ask the same questions
Thanks for your response
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Hi Guys
im new to this whole rooting business, i rooted my S3 when i had it a year ago using odin and that worked flawlessly, but now i've forgotten almost all of it, since the note 3 is a relatively new device, i would like some inputs on it,
1. how do i root it?, best software to use including which one, for an Australia delivered note 3 (if it makes any difference, since there are lots of diff versions and kernals available)
2. i would like to flash to x-note 3 v6.0, will that be okay for the Australian version of the note 3.
3. and the process of installing x-note v6.0 rom onto it.
Thanks alot in advance for any input.
xHerDesire said:
Hi Guys
im new to this whole rooting business, i rooted my S3 when i had it a year ago using odin and that worked flawlessly, but now i've forgotten almost all of it, since the note 3 is a relatively new device, i would like some inputs on it,
1. how do i root it?, best software to use including which one, for an Australia delivered note 3 (if it makes any difference, since there are lots of diff versions and kernals available)
2. i would like to flash to x-note 3 v6.0, will that be okay for the Australian version of the note 3.
3. and the process of installing x-note v6.0 rom onto it.
Thanks alot in advance for any input.
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First thing is what model number is it
Second thing do you care about tripping Knox
jaythenut said:
First thing is what model number is it
Second thing do you care about tripping Knox
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hey, thank you for your reply
obtained by #*1234#
1: AP:N9005XXUBMI7
CP:N9005XXUBI6
CSC:N9005PSBMI1
2. no i don't care if i trip Knox, samsung warranty ain't that great, its not apple.
as long as V6.0 will run stable, i'll be happy.
xHerDesire said:
hey, thank you for your reply
obtained by #*1234#
1: AP:N9005XXUBMI7
CP:N9005XXUBI6
CSC:N9005PSBMI1
2. no i don't care if i trip Knox, samsung warranty ain't that great, its not apple.
as long as V6.0 will run stable, i'll be happy.
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Root with this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2466423
Here's a little how to http://galaxynote3root.com/galaxy-note-3-root/cf-auto-root-for-galaxy-note-3/
jaythenut said:
Root with this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2466423
Here's a little how to http://galaxynote3root.com/galaxy-note-3-root/cf-auto-root-for-galaxy-note-3/
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thank you , what about installing CFW and custom roms? which 1 would u recommend?
xHerDesire said:
thank you , what about installing CFW and custom roms? which 1 would u recommend?
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CWM or rwrp here http://galaxynote3root.com/clockworkmodtwrp-recoveries/
Roms i think xnote is for international only not 100% I'm on crash rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2535355
jaythenut said:
CWM or rwrp here http://galaxynote3root.com/clockworkmodtwrp-recoveries/
Roms i think xnote is for international only not 100% I'm on crash rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2535355
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thank you , i think ima go with x-note for mine, if its compatible that is. is there any safety precautions i should know about, in the cases of bricking etc? cause i only just got it, having it bricked wouldn't be fun.
thanks in advance.
xHerDesire said:
think ima go with x-note for mine, if its compatible that is. is there any safety precautions i should know about, in the cases of bricking etc? cause i only just got it, having it bricked wouldn't be fun.
thanks in advance.
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Make a back up. And back up your EFS.
radicalisto said:
Make a back up. And back up your EFS.
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and how do i do that? sorry, i've rooted before but ages back on the S3, so its been a while, i've forgotten >_<.
and obviously the rooting process etc is different, so some guidance would be appreciated very much
Thanks in advance
Hello fellas, Im thinking on selling my xperia z1 and for 30 bucks ill get a new Galaxy Note 3 LTE version, so... what do you guys think?
I have root on my Z1 and I love that, viper4Android, xposed framework, etc(I cant get on custom rom because of locked bootloader, thats the bad part). So my question is: Is there any good custom rom for note3? I wanted ihackers for Z1. Can I root the Note3? there is locked and unlocked bootloader for Galaxys to?
Help me guys, I need to have my desicion in two hours it is worth the change? also i have an aluminum bumper for the Z1 theres is not cases for this cellphone on my country, I love the Neo Hybrid for Galaxys, that is a case that I can buy here.
Also the Z1 is going to be cheaper when the Z2 comes out, theres better chances to sell on a higher price the Note3 later if I want another phone.
Thanks for the time guys! Sorry for Bad english.
AlphaRoX said:
Hello fellas, Im thinking on selling my xperia z1 and for 30 bucks ill get a new Galaxy Note 3 LTE version, so... what do you guys think?
I have root on my Z1 and I love that, viper4Android, xposed framework, etc(I cant get on custom rom because of locked bootloader, thats the bad part). So my question is: Is there any good custom rom for note3? I wanted ihackers for Z1. Can I root the Note3? there is locked and unlocked bootloader for Galaxys to?
Help me guys, I need to have my desicion in two hours it is worth the change? also i have an aluminum bumper for the Z1 theres is not cases for this cellphone on my country, I love the Neo Hybrid for Galaxys, that is a case that I can buy here.
Also the Z1 is going to be cheaper when the Z2 comes out, theres better chances to sell on a higher price the Note3 later if I want another phone.
Thanks for the time guys! Sorry for Bad english.
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There are heaps of roms for the Note 3 However, you will trip Knox warranty void by rooting your Samsung device. Google Knox for more info.
ultramag69 said:
There are heaps of roms for the Note 3 However, you will trip Knox warranty void by rooting your Samsung device. Google Knox for more info.
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Oh I see, so that means that im going to lose my warranty? Theres no way to not trip knox installing a custom rom?
AlphaRoX said:
Oh I see, so that means that im going to lose my warranty? Theres no way to not trip know installing a custom rom?
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Not anymore... Early on it was with 1st gen JB but Samsung "fixed" it...
ultramag69 said:
Not anymore... Early on it was with 1st gen JB but Samsung "fixed" it...
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Anyway is not easy to brick right? if I do things right maybe i dont need warranty
AlphaRoX said:
Anyway is not easy to brick right? if I do things right maybe i dont need warranty
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If you where able to handle Flashtool, you will also be able to use Odin, just take care to flash the right Stuff for your Device (There're more than just one Note3 out there!)
I played a lot around with my N3, since Day 2 (First Day was to proof the Device, because of KnoX) and it's definitely hard to Brick. First and one of the MUSTS > save the ESF Partition!
I used an Xperia Z (Honami themed) some days ago and i guess you probably will hate the TouchWiz Ui It's an switch from one of the nicest Android UI's to definitely the ugliest , but the Note3 is an Beast compared to the actual Z Series (Z2 not included).
Gesendet von meinem SM-N9005
You're saying the international N9005, just make sure it's not from HongKong as there is a 16gb variant from there that doesn't play nice. Also the N9005 is probably the most developed for. The Exynos variants, while coming with an 8 core cpu, are considered great, they are harder to dev for and have a tendency to get hot.
There is no discernible difference in speed so having an octa core is really for die hard fans or those that can't get the 4g/LTE variants.
The only other thing to really look at is The bands that are used, North Amerca has different LTE bands from the rest of the world so you might need to do some research there.
Oh, and make sure BEFORE flashing reactivation lock is off in security settings....
Last thing, Bricking your device to a true brick is REALLY hard with this forum here. However, its not gonna be spoon fed to you. You need to do some research, if you have a question you need to supply information. If people see you have done some legwork and still got stuck and have the info they need they are a lot more helpful than if a post of "Bricked my Note 3 while flashing, HELP!!!!" comes up....
Cheers...
ultramag69 said:
You're saying the international N9005, just make sure it's not from HongKong as there is a 16gb variant from there that doesn't play nice. Also the N9005 is probably the most developed for. The Exynos variants, while coming with an 8 core cpu, are considered great, they are harder to dev for and have a tendency to get hot.
There is no discernible difference in speed so having an octa core is really for die hard fans or those that can't get the 4g/LTE variants.
The only other thing to really look at is The bands that are used, North Amerca has different LTE bands from the rest of the world so you might need to do some research there.
Oh, and make sure BEFORE flashing reactivation lock is off in security settings....
Last thing, Bricking your device to a true brick is REALLY hard with this forum here. However, its not gonna be spoon fed to you. You need to do some research, if you have a question you need to supply information. If people see you have done some legwork and still got stuck and have the info they need they are a lot more helpful than if a post of "Bricked my Note 3 while flashing, HELP!!!!" comes up....
Cheers...
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Thank you, Im searching for info before I root and install a Custom rom, at this point I think that Root with a 4.2.2 stock rom would be good, thanks to xposed framework.
Yeah I live in Mexico, so i must look for that variant, is there any way to not trip knox? Im on JB 4.3 can I root and flash a stock 4.2.2(without bloatware)?
Thanks for you help and time!
AlphaRoX said:
Thank you, Im searching for info before I root and install a Custom rom, at this point I think that Root with a 4.2.2 stock rom would be good, thanks to xposed framework.
Yeah I live in Mexico, so i must look for that variant, is there any way to not trip knox? Im on JB 4.3 can I root and flash a stock 4.2.2(without bloatware)?
Thanks for you help and time!
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Not sure about mexican Note 3's but if the firmware was below MJ3 on international N9005 you could use URDLV, do a search and you'll find it, to root without triggering Knox...
So my brand new s4 has just arrived, i was all hyped about rooting it and installing roms to it until i found about this knox warranty void thing, i know i should be searching for data and avoid posting a new thread but to make it short, i tried to search the forums but i found nothing but theories, nothing solid. So just wondering if there is anyway to root my s4 i9500 without voiding my warranty. ? Thanks.
Please try to avoid answers such as google it or similar cause i already did. Thanks !
running android 4.4.2
Poroto said:
So my brand new s4 has just arrived, i was all hyped about rooting it and installing roms to it until i found about this knox warranty void thing, i know i should be searching for data and avoid posting a new thread but to make it short, i tried to search the forums but i found nothing but theories, nothing solid. So just wondering if there is anyway to root my s4 i9500 without voiding my warranty. ? Thanks.
Please try to avoid answers such as google it or similar cause i already did. Thanks !
running android 4.4.2
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There are 2 threads in the i9505 forums that have everything you could ever want to know. One is all about Knox in general an dhow it works and what it does. (It's even a sticky, man.) The other is titles something like "Knox and warranty". I assure you it's all there.
there is no saferoot method for 4.4.2 you are out of luck
if you want to root you will trip knox
RubbaBand said:
there is no saferoot method for 4.4.2 you are out of luck
if you want to root you will trip knox
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Oh okay, that was the type of answer i was expected, simple and straight to the point. Guess ill be staying on pure stock then, thanks!
Hi guys! I have my s4 since last year June and I think the time is come for him to get some new features. To do so, I thought to get root permissions and unlock the bootloader in order to install a new custom rom. But I'm overly scared by Knox counter.
I didn't get well the story: if I get permission, I'll trip the counter to 1, invalidating the warranty, right? Is there any way to unlock bootloader and get permissions without tripping knox? Is it worth doing? I'm trying to do a sort of "revamp" of my phone, and maybe getting it faster and more stable than stock roms!
Thank you in advance!
P.S: My S4 is h3g (italy) brandizied. I don't know if it's important! Sorry for my english!
ming990 said:
Hi guys! I have my s4 since last year June and I think the time is come for him to get some new features. To do so, I thought to get root permissions and unlock the bootloader in order to install a new custom rom. But I'm overly scared by Knox counter.
I didn't get well the story: if I get permission, I'll trip the counter to 1, invalidating the warranty, right? Is there any way to unlock bootloader and get permissions without tripping knox? Is it worth doing? I'm trying to do a sort of "revamp" of my phone, and maybe getting it faster and more stable than stock roms!
Thank you in advance!
P.S: My S4 is h3g (italy) brandizied. I don't know if it's important! Sorry for my english!
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Hi!
Which model do you have?
For i9505 take a look at this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2852310
And when your current firmware is NG8 or higher you can root with this method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2862768
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DarkerTimes said:
Hi!
Which model do you have?
For i9505 take a look at this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2852310
And when your current firmware is NG8 or higher you can root with this method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2862768
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Ok thank you! I have i9505! Any suggestions for a good custom rom? I think i have the NF6 version. Is it possible? Where can i check exactly?
ming990 said:
Ok thank you! I have i9505! Any suggestions for a good custom rom?
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No.
You will have to try some out yourself. XDA prohibits the discussion of "best rom" or "rom recommendations" for several reasons.
It's rude to developers.
They usually devolve into an argument between ROM 1 Fanboys and ROM 2 Fanboys.
And most importantly, only you can make a determination about what roms are best for the way you use your phone. We wouldn't dare deprive you of the opportunity learn about flashing roms and seeing the differences between them. It's a growth experience! You'll learn more in a week than we could teach you by talking about ROMs in a year.
We recommend you read through the development threads and read up on what ROMs are available. Picka f ew and try each one out for a couple days. See what features you want and which ones you hate. Then narrow down what ROM you like based on that.
Skipjacks said:
No.
You will have to try some out yourself. XDA prohibits the discussion of "best rom" or "rom recommendations" for several reasons.
It's rude to developers.
They usually devolve into an argument between ROM 1 Fanboys and ROM 2 Fanboys.
And most importantly, only you can make a determination about what roms are best for the way you use your phone. We wouldn't dare deprive you of the opportunity learn about flashing roms and seeing the differences between them. It's a growth experience! You'll learn more in a week than we could teach you by talking about ROMs in a year.
We recommend you read through the development threads and read up on what ROMs are available. Picka f ew and try each one out for a couple days. See what features you want and which ones you hate. Then narrow down what ROM you like based on that.
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Oh, ok, didn't know that! Last question: I've read in some italian forums that towelroot doesn't work anymore without tripping knox counter because samsung fixed it. Is it true or with some of the latest upgrades Towelroot began to work again?
ming990 said:
Ok thank you! I have i9505! Any suggestions for a good custom rom? I think i have the NF6 version. Is it possible? Where can i check exactly?
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The first thing is said and to your second point :
You can check your current firmware by calling *#1234#
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Hello everyone, recently i bought a new phone and it has been quite a while since i read something about ROMs and updates, so i didnt know anything about Knox security bull****, so i upgraded my phone to 4.4.2 and since then it has been horrible to get my phone rooted and barely do anything ... So now i cant flash any CM on my phone either via windows, odin or zip ... So im here to ask for advice or even help, and in addition to all this crap, my Knox flag is at 0x1 ... I really dont care about warranty, so i just want to get any stable CM going on my phone.
Thanks in advance and hope anyone can help me out with this.
Sorry, no CM if the phone is AT&T S4. Read the first few posts for all the info http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2616221
jmjoyas said:
Sorry, no CM if the phone is AT&T S4. Read the first few posts for all the info http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2616221
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Thanks for the fast reply, and thanks for the info.