Okay, so towelroot for the At&t and Verizon galaxy s5 came out and I was wondering if it would work for also the galaxy s4, specifically the T-mobile. Thanks!
it works
It work perfectly with mi s4 i9505 LTE
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Worked on my t-mobile m919 running 4.3 Used Towel v2. Play store supersu worked just fine for me.
Nexus 5 4.4.4 won't update with Towel Root
I have installed Towel root, but am unable to install 4.4.4 on Nexus 5.Any suggestions?
Somestars1 said:
I have installed Towel root, but am unable to install 4.4.4 on Nexus 5.Any suggestions?
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I would suggest you ask in your own thread ? This is for s4 users
Has anyone yet to try new version 3 with modstrings on i9500 ?
i didnt quite understand that modstrings thingy, but i do own a i9500 so feel free to use me as ur guinea pig lol
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Has anyone yet to try new version 3 with modstrings on i9500 ?
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i did, it doesn't work. :'(
I have the I9500 with 4.4.2 and it's not working with all 3 versions of the program.
Question for anyone who can answer it correctly; would un rooting a phone (with knox tripped) and installing a fresh stock firmware then re-rooting it with this method and placing a custom rom on it would keep the knox un touched or would it still be tripped?
DriftKi7Vg said:
Question for anyone who can answer it correctly; would un rooting a phone (with knox tripped) and installing a fresh stock firmware then re-rooting it with this method and placing a custom rom on it would keep the knox un touched or would it still be tripped?
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Once Knox is tripped, it's tripped no way to fix that.
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Once Knox is tripped, it's tripped no way to fix that.
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Didn't really want to hear that but oh well. I bought my phone unlocked online so no need for any warranty, I'm pretty confident in myself to know how to fix an internal problem if I have one (or external). Thank you for the reply
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What android version are you running? I have 4.4.2 and it wasn't working for me.
Hi guys I have a question, if I root samsung firmware 4.4.2 with knox 0x0 with this tool and after I want install TWRP recovery, this trip my knox counter or leave it free?
Stephen88 said:
Hi guys I have a question, if I root samsung firmware 4.4.2 with knox 0x0 with this tool and after I want install TWRP recovery, this trip my knox counter or leave it free?
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custom recovery will trip knox
I also successfully rooted my tmobile M919 on 4.4.2 with towelroot. I then installed SU from chainfires site and next installed CWM from ROM manager. My knox counter is tripped, but oh well.
The thing I have noticed is that, since root, some applications that want to access the SD card are having trouble. For instance, Flipboard opens and runs ok, but there are no pictures. Kindle reading app cannot downnload my book to the device. It will sync them, but hangs when asked to download them. ESPN app would not download podcasts, UNTIL I switched the storage location from external to internal storage. (I ttried to change the Cache from external to internal in flipboard, but the application force closes everytime i try to make that switch - another indication that certain apps are having trouble with extrnal storage.
I have tried another SD card, but still no go.
Any ideas? Thanks
(also, if I were to decide to unroot, would the simplest way be to do it through SU ?
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I have tried another SD card, but still no go.
Any ideas? Thanks
(also, if I were to decide to unroot, would the simplest way be to do it through SU ?
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Kitkat blocked SD access so I was told. Use SD Fix to fix that, basically it opens up your SD card for write access.
Or any other SD fixer apps in play store.. You need root.
Hi, I have used 2 diferent sd fix apps from play store. They say the issue is fixed, but in reality, it is not. My kitkat is 4.4.2 and is rooted. Any other suggestion, please?
HI, did anyone manage to get towelroot to work on lollipop stock TW for s4 LTE? Mine said "device npt supported"
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Hi, is it possible to root the Note 3 without having to wipe all the data off the phone. I recently got my phone a week ago, and I know I should have rooted right away, but now I have all my apps and their save data on there and I dont want to lose that
I know on my old droid 4 it was possible to root it without losing everything, so I'm hoping its the same for the much more popular and know
and one other question: What happens if my phone recieves an OTA update while rooted? will it get bricked?
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Hi, is it possible to root the Note 3 without having to wipe all the data off the phone. I recently got my phone a week ago, and I know I should have rooted right away, but now I have all my apps and their save data on there and I dont want to lose that
I know on my old droid 4 it was possible to root it without losing everything, so I'm hoping its the same for the much more popular and know
and one other question: What happens if my phone recieves an OTA update while rooted? will it get bricked?
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I rooted my Note 3 while I'm in MJ1 firmware with Root De La Vega method, and knox is still 0x0. During that process no data is wiped and everything is intact.
You need to know which firmware you are in now as firmware with MJ3 and above comes with a new bootloader which will trip the knox counter if you root your device
williamyi said:
I rooted my Note 3 while I'm in MJ1 firmware with Root De La Vega method, and knox is still 0x0. During that process no data is wiped and everything is intact.
You need to know which firmware you are in now as firmware with MJ3 and above comes with a new bootloader which will trip the knox counter if you root your device
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Well it says under phone settings that the kernel version is 3.4.0, and android version 4.3. I'm not sure if thats a sign of which firmware im on. I do know that also right after I got my phone a week ago that an OTA was installed to it
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Well it says under phone settings that the kernel version is 3.4.0, and android version 4.3. I'm not sure if thats a sign of which firmware im on. I do know that also right after I got my phone a week ago that an OTA was installed to it
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You need to look at your Build Number in Setting > About Phone / or in your dialer press *#1234# to get your AP version.
But since you say you updated your phone via OTA then it means your phone now has the new evil bootloader which will trip the knox if you root your Note 3.
If you really don't care about the knox counter and want to root so badly, then just root it with CF Root.
williamyi said:
You need to look at your Build Number in Setting > About Phone / or in your dialer press *#1234# to get your AP version.
But since you say you updated your phone via OTA then it means your phone now has the new evil bootloader which will trip the knox if you root your Note 3.
If you really don't care about the knox counter and want to root so badly, then just root it with CF Root.
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Well I guess I just have to be careful with my phone. My only worry is if i cant trade this phone in a year later for a new one, since im on the verizon edge plan. Then again, they took my beaten up and rooted Droid 4 without any questions
though rooting using the methode here wont break my phone even if i'm updated?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2481590
williamyi said:
You need to look at your Build Number in Setting > About Phone / or in your dialer press *#1234# to get your AP version.
But since you say you updated your phone via OTA then it means your phone now has the new evil bootloader which will trip the knox if you root your Note 3.
If you really don't care about the knox counter and want to root so badly, then just root it with CF Root.
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It doesnt seem like there is a version of CF Root for SM-N900V. were you talking about the CF autoroot method here?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2466423
Well..
I actually want to start a new thread. But it seems, there's a similar thread here (not meant to hijack this thread, but rather than have too much thread)
Hope someone can clear up my mind. Still new with this device (N9005), and this irritating KNOX issue all over the Samsung Note XDA forums.
1st Q : I'm on MJ7, and I know there's no way to root again without tripping KNOX. Am I right ?
2nd Q : If let's say I don't care about KNOX warranty issue, and up to now, I haven't used/activated the KNOX container/apps. If I root my device use CF-AutoRoot, will I be able to remove all the KNOX container & apps ?
3rd Q : Still in link of 2nd Q, If let's say after root with CF-Autoroot, and KNOX become 0x1, are there any effects which might make my device can't flash custom ROM ? or might make my device can't flash custom recovery ?
4th Q : Other than the issue of warranty 0x1 has made... Is there anything which might make my device run hell wire regarding this tripping issue?
Thanks!
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Well..
I actually want to start a new thread. But it seems, there's a similar thread here (not meant to hijack this thread, but rather than have too much thread)
Hope someone can clear up my mind. Still new with this device (N9005), and this irritating KNOX issue all over the Samsung Note XDA forums.
1st Q : I'm on MJ7, and I know there's no way to root again without tripping KNOX. Am I right ?
2nd Q : If let's say I don't care about KNOX warranty issue, and up to now, I haven't used/activated the KNOX container/apps. If I root my device use CF-AutoRoot, will I be able to remove all the KNOX container & apps ?
3rd Q : Still in link of 2nd Q, If let's say after root with CF-Autoroot, and KNOX become 0x1, are there any effects which might make my device can't flash custom ROM ? or might make my device can't flash custom recovery ?
4th Q : Other than the issue of warranty 0x1 has made... Is there anything which might make my device run hell wire regarding this tripping issue?
Thanks!
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1. That's correct.
2. Once you root the phone the KNOX container will not be functioning anymore although the knox app download icon is still there.
3. Tripping Knox to 0X1 doesn't have anything to do with flashing custom rom or recovery. You'll be able to do both.
4. No. In fact for me, Knox is the only thing keeping me from enjoying my phone so after just 2 weeks of owning it, tripped knox and I couldn't be happier.
hey_joe said:
1. That's correct.
2. Once you root the phone the KNOX container will not be functioning anymore although the knox app download icon is still there.
3. Tripping Knox to 0X1 doesn't have anything to do with flashing custom rom or recovery. You'll be able to do both.
4. No. In fact for me, Knox is the only thing keeping me from enjoying my phone so after just 2 weeks of owning it, tripped knox and I couldn't be happier.
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Thanks...
So... CFautoroot is the simplest nd best way to root mj7 (assuming I ignore those knox)?
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antique_sonic said:
Thanks...
So... CFautoroot is the simplest nd best way to root mj7 (assuming I ignore those knox)?
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Yes. You have to download this one. The updated CF-Auto root will bootloop your phone.
Okie. Many thanks for the link.
But why the updated one is not as good as the old one? Doesn't new version tend to be better... always?
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antique_sonic said:
Okie. Many thanks for the link.
But why the updated one is not as good as the old one? Doesn't new version tend to be better... always?
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The updated one was based on 4.4.2 so if you have 4.3 it will bootloop.
Hi can I ask a simple question please ... If I root my phone will I still be able to update via kies or install new stock firmwares via odin ?
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zipolly said:
Hi can I ask a simple question please ... If I root my phone will I still be able to update via kies or install new stock firmwares via odin ?
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I don't know about kies but you can definitely update through odin.
Cheers Thanks for the reply mate
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Np.
Hi!
Is there any way to root my Galaxy S4 I9505 runnig Android 4.4.2 without tripping the knox flag?
I'm looking for something similar to Saferoot, which only works on jellybean.
sergiu_07_07 said:
Hi!
Is there any way to root my Galaxy S4 I9505 runnig Android 4.4.2 without tripping the knox flag?
I'm looking for something similar to Saferoot, which only works on jellybean.
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im using saferoot on 4.4.2 and it works fine...
andre_X_X said:
im using saferoot on 4.4.2 and it works fine...
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some people on the saferoot thread are saying that this doesn't work on 4.4
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50874222&postcount=1295
what variant of s4 are you using?did you have root before updating?and also, is your knox flag still 0x0?
sergiu_07_07 said:
some people on the saferoot thread are saying that this doesnt work on 4.4
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50874222&postcount=1295
what variant of s4 are you using?did you have root before updating?and also, is your knox flag still 0x0?
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im using exynos version of s4, with omega v18. at first it doesnt work, it just stop at connecting to device on cmd screen, but after few try (try other usb ports, other cable, reboot phone and pc), it works. the process went through and finished as it should. then i can use TB to restore my apps.
Updated, but can't root....
Any other way i can try?
sergiu_07_07 said:
Updated, but can't root....
Any other way i can try?
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Im also want to root without trip knox (for warranty) but until noe there are no way. So just waiy like me☺
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Hello, everyone,
my note 3 runs android 4.4.2, has 0x0 (since that it has not yet been rooted) and I'd like to keep it that way.
So, my question is: is there a rooting method that will not trip my knox?
Thanks in advance for help.
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n0t3 said:
Hello, everyone,
my note 3 runs android 4.4.2, has 0x0 (since that it has not yet been rooted) and I'd like to keep it that way.
So, my question is: is there a rooting method that will not trip my knox?
Thanks in advance for help.
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There is not a way to root it without tripping KNOX, it's possible only for Jelly Bean
And downgrading is not possible either, so I'm kinda stuck for now, huh...
Well, anyway, thanks for the quick reply!
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I'm on KitKat too... I don't care about tripping KNOX, is there a guide to root the stock KitKat ROM?
Lieu10ant said:
I'm on KitKat too... I don't care about tripping KNOX, is there a guide to root the stock KitKat ROM?
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Probably atleast 10 guides. It will take less than 5 minutes to root.
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Lieu10ant said:
I'm on KitKat too... I don't care about tripping KNOX, is there a guide to root the stock KitKat ROM?
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CFautoroot.
3 mins to read, 1 min to download, less than 1 min to flash via odin.
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I was hesitating to root or not to root, but I don't like Android without root, so I have rooted it with CFautoroot and we are both happy with tripped KNOX so I suggest to root
Hi
I used CF auto root. It works fine ..
Now, I´ve got the following status:
current binary: custom
system status: custom
know warranty void: 0x1
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I dont care about the the knox status, but I want to change the custom status to update my phone with Samsung updates. I downloaded TriangleAway v3.26 but I cant choose the option (see attachment). As I understand I can use the App to block the status but it doesnt work. And I have no idea what "System executable needed to implement workaround not found" means. Where can I find the workaround and where shall I store it on my device ?
The second message I dont understand too. I dont find another version in the play store... I think its the same version like in the board?
Maybe someone could help me
fL!p said:
Hi
I used CF auto root. It works fine ..
Now, I´ve got the following status:
I dont care about the the knox status, but I want to change the custom status to update my phone with Samsung updates. I downloaded TriangleAway v3.26 but I cant choose the option (see attachment). As I understand I can use the App to block the status but it doesnt work. And I have no idea what "System executable needed to implement workaround not found" means. Where can I find the workaround and where shall I store it on my device ?
The second message I dont understand too. I dont find another version in the play store... I think its the same version like in the board?
Maybe someone could help me
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Yeah, but you need to uninstall the version you have and pay for the google play version..... It is a paid app on google play store...
ultramag69 said:
Yeah, but you need to uninstall the version you have and pay for the google play version..... It is a paid app on google play store...
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And after that I can reset the modified status and install the offered Samsung updates?
And what about: "System executable needed to implement workaround not found"
fL!p said:
And after that I can reset the modified status and install the offered Samsung updates?
And what about: "System executable needed to implement workaround not found"
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You can also install xposed framework and use the cosmetic system normal mod. This will make it look "Official" in settings...
I don't know if this will allow OTA, most people just use ODIN to flash what they want - but you most definitely will loose root doing an OTA.
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And after that I can reset the modified status and install the offered Samsung updates?
And what about: "System executable needed to implement workaround not found"
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If the device is rooted. I would never suggest OTA updates. Odin is the way to go.
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waiting for me arrivals [I ordered today] I am preparing to root immediately but I have doubts
- Some who have used cf-autoroot had problems [the phone start always in recovery]
- Towelroot and kingoroot on their sites do not speak of compatibility wth this device
- Framaroot? does it work? but did not in the list
suggest me because I'm afraid of brick just bought [and i love xposed]
Use kingoroot. No knox tripping.
Cf auto root works but trips the knox.
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sam_777 said:
Use kingoroot. No knox tripping.
Cf auto root works but trips the knox.
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kingoroot from pc safely?
thank you so much
Kitkat. Yes from pc. Safe. Takes around 3 minutes.
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Kitkat. Yes from pc. Safe. Takes around 3 minutes.
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many thanks again.
At this point, I hope I do not come with a phone already lollipop inside :cyclops:
sam_777 said:
Use kingoroot. No knox tripping.
Cf auto root works but trips the knox.
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Hello. kingroot works on A300FU with lollipop?
Not yet for LP but hopefully it will.
Got to use cf auto root to root and with a tripped knox.
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Would it still be possible to flash official Lollipop using Odin and knox tripped to 0x1 ? What about future versions if any should be ever released?
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Would it still be possible to flash official Lollipop using Odin and knox tripped to 0x1 ? What about future versions if any should be ever released?
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Very possible in present and should be in future.
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Would it still be possible to flash official Lollipop using Odin and knox tripped to 0x1 ? What about future versions if any should be ever released?
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i don't like lollipop, for various things.i hope my galaxy a3 [in delivery on the 3/8/15] has kitkat, especially for compatibility with xposed
without root and this mod, for me, my telephone is an "half" telephone
the phone arrived, I did the whole procedure with kingoroot , rootchecker and told me that I had got the root. then a message informed me that SE Linux would reactivated to restart. restart and lose the root. knox is definitely keeping me from, how should I do?
Luca TIR said:
the phone arrived, I did the whole procedure with kingoroot , rootchecker and told me that I had got the root. then a message informed me that SE Linux would reactivated to restart. restart and lose the root. knox is definitely keeping me from, how should I do?
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I've had similar problem with KingRoot. Lost root after every reboot (I used SuperSume previously to replace it with SuperSu). However, sometimes root access was intact. Then i copied su binary from /system/xbin to /system/bin/.ext (yes, dot ext) and after that problem was gone.
hannez_r said:
I've had similar problem with KingRoot. Lost root after every reboot (I used SuperSume previously to replace it with SuperSu). However, sometimes root access was intact. Then i copied su binary from /system/xbin to /system/bin/.ext (yes, dot ext) and after that problem was gone.
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i was tryed SuperSU app and the message is "impossible to disable knox"
i think is knox the problem.i would to try to re-root, immediatly freeze knox apps with titanium or similar, then reboot.
but with this device i very very afraid of bootlop or brick, also because we haven't a recovery for solve problems [nandroid backup save me may times with s4 mini]
tomorrow i re-try, tonight the eletric line in my city is on-off [many air conditioners busy the line!!!]
since it can be useful for other users, I notice that I was able to solve the problems. before i freeze the knox apps with uninstaller pro, then I removed manually with root explorer [uninstaller pro could not eliminate them], so I have not gone more posts by SElinux and the root is safe and full garanted. xposed ok. please not install SuperSU because was in conflict with the similar app provided by kingo
who should serve: root with kingoroot from PC > elimination knox apks> reboot
I read now that are coming to the recovery ... interesting !!!
Cf aouto root is king but if you dont like it or have problems try downloading towel root or kingroot onbthe phone or kingoroot on windows or try cyanogenmod installer.
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Wait when i get 10 posts, then i create thread for TWRP, then flash it using odin, and flash update-supersu.zip, and that's all
I've used in the past TWRP touch on galaxy s3 mini, I really liked
but yours go on kitkat? someone has tried it? it allows the nandroid backup ?
Luca TIR said:
I've used in the past TWRP touch on galaxy s3 mini, I really liked
but yours go on kitkat? someone has tried it? it allows the nandroid backup ?
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This TWRP works only at lollipop and I use it like every day, yes all basic functions are works but some advanced(like MTP mounting and adb sideload) is not working at all.
Works kingo root for A3-FU on 4.4.4 and has it no problems?
Hello,
I have a galaxy s4 on 4.4.2 that I rooted using kingroot a while back. It is a US Cellular SCH-R970. Knox has not been tripped. Under device status it says the phone is custom. This means I cannot update to 5.0.1.
My question is, how would I return the phone to official status without 1. Tripping knox, and 2. Keeping all of my data. Also, do you know if I can root with kingroot once I get on 5.0.1.
Baseband is R970TYUFNK1.
Thank You!
Hi,
Flash a proper complete stock firmware via ODIN. Firmware for R970TYUFNK1 is R970TYUFNK1 (itself).
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krasCGQ said:
Hi,
Flash a proper complete stock firmware via ODIN. Firmware for R970TYUFNK1 is R970TYUFNK1 (itself).
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Would you happen to know where I can find a download for that? Also wouldn't flashing that delete everything?
Thanks for all the help!
BeastMode6 said:
Would you happen to know where I can find a download for that? Also wouldn't flashing that delete everything?
Thanks for all the help!
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SamMobile, Samsung Updates, or via SamFirm app. I usually rely on SamFirm.
Edit: As long as Re-partition and NAND Erase All is unticked on Odin, it should be fine.
PS Note: You can install newer firmware over your current firmware via Odin, too.
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krasCGQ said:
SamMobile, Samsung Updates, or via SamFirm app. I usually rely on SamFirm.
PS Note: You can install newer firmware over your current firmware via Odin, too.
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This won't delete anything on my phone though, right?
BeastMode6 said:
This won't delete anything on my phone though, right?
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It would be wise to backup and wipe data before flashing. Otherwise you might encounter problems.
And do not use kingoroot to root lollipop. It used to not work or cause problems. Use cf autoroot method, if your device is supported.
GDReaper said:
It would be wise to backup and wipe data before flashing. Otherwise you might encounter problems.
And do not use kingoroot to root lollipop. It used to not work or cause problems. Use cf autoroot method, if your device is supported.
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Problem is cf auto root trips knox.
If I flash R970TYUgoh2 would I keep knox at 0x0 and all of my apps? Then I can root with kingroot.
BeastMode6 said:
Problem is cf auto root trips knox.
If I flash R970TYUgoh2 would I keep knox at 0x0 and all of my apps? Then I can root with kingroot.
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Yes, but backup is mandatory. About Kingroot, see again previous post.
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BeastMode6 said:
Problem is cf auto root trips knox.
If I flash R970TYUgoh2 would I keep knox at 0x0 and all of my apps? Then I can root with kingroot.
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Having knox triggered is just a bunch of crap from Samsung to scare you. Unless you actually use knox. Or if you are afraid from losing your warranty. Which is also crap, because, whilst reading the warranty file, I saw that it won't cover water damage, it won't cover a broken screen and a bunch of other stuff. The only thing it covers is actual hardware failure. And if the phone is new, that's pretty unlikely. Even if it does fail, Samsung has no way to see if knox has been triggered until they change your hardware and are able to boot up the phone. At that point they can't refuse to take it into warranty service anymore.
GDReaper said:
Having knox triggered is just a bunch of crap from Samsung to scare you. Unless you actually use knox. Or if you are afraid from losing your warranty. Which is also crap, because, whilst reading the warranty file, I saw that it won't cover water damage, it won't cover a broken screen and a bunch of other stuff. The only thing it covers is actual hardware failure. And if the phone is new, that's pretty unlikely. Even if it does fail, Samsung has no way to see if knox has been triggered until they change your hardware and are able to boot up the phone. At that point they can't refuse to take it into warranty service anymore.
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Wow, that warranty is a load of ****. Also the phone is over a year old so I'd doubt it's still under warranty anyway.
What would you recommend to make a backup? I don't have fast Internet at all (300 kbps down), so I think a local backup would be more efficient.
Thanks for all the help! Have a good Christmas!
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Wow, that warranty is a load of ****. Also the phone is over a year old so I'd doubt it's still under warranty anyway.
What would you recommend to make a backup? I don't have fast Internet at all (300 kbps down), so I think a local backup would be more efficient.
Thanks for all the help! Have a good Christmas!
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Since it is rooted I suggest titanium backup to backup apps and data.
GDReaper said:
Since it is rooted I suggest titanium backup to backup apps and data.
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OK I flashed 5.0.1 successfully, all my data carried over. Now I need to root. Do you know where I can download the cf autoroot files for jflteusc or sch-r970 on 5.0.1?
There is a cf auto root thread in the general section. Or you could simply google "cf auto root s4".
Make sure to read the thread.
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There is a cf auto root thread in the general section. Or you could simply google "cf auto root s4".
Make sure to read the thread.
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I got it, now on 5.0.1 rooted. Would it be safe to install cwm via odin?
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I got it, now on 5.0.1 rooted. Would it be safe to install cwm via odin?
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cwm is outdated. Use twrp. And yes, you can install it via odin or other methods.
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cwm is outdated. Use twrp. And yes, you can install it via odin or other methods.
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OK I have that installed now. I'm looking for some new roms and found that there are practically none for the sch-r970. Could I just use roms for the gt i9505 (jflte) or would this not work at all? I'm looking for a 6.0 rom.
JDCTeam AOSP has your device model on the support list. They have Lollipop and Marshmallow.
But you should be able to use other GT-I9505 roms too.
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JDCTeam AOSP has your device model on the support list. They have Lollipop and Marshmallow.
But you should be able to use other GT-I9505 roms too.
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Under their downloads section they have 2 untagged files (doesn't say GSM or cmda) and one GSM (won't work). Will one of the untagged roms work?
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Under their downloads section they have 2 untagged files (doesn't say GSM or cmda) and one GSM (won't work). Will one of the untagged roms work?
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Marshmallow roms have been split into gsm and cmda, due to changes in the radio. You have a cmda device.
The initial build of aosp marshmallow was for both cmda and gms devices. The newest build (the december 24th build) is split into two. Gsm version has been released but cmda version needs more work.
So you will have to download the 6th december build which was unified. Or the lollipop builds.
Lollipop builds have a different thread and a different link.