Hello!
I'm on my 3rd Android device and I've previously used Cyanogenmod just because it offers the Privacy Guard feature.
However, I didn't realize that this wonderful new-to-me AT& T Galaxy S 4 is substantially more complex when it comes to installing something such as CM. While I'm familiar with using a tool such as heimdall to install a custom recovery, such as TWRP, I haven't previously had to root before.
In going through the FAQ, it states that I should install Safestrap, but the page it links to doesn't include a version for NC1. In searching through the forums, I see that there are other root options, such as Towelroot, but, even if Towelroot works, I have no idea what to do after rooting with Towelroot.
So what I am hoping is that someone can kindly just map out the steps for me to get where I want, which is to have a Privacy Guard type feature on my phone, be it through CM or another ROM. And what I mean by 'map out' is that it isn't necessary to explain every detail of every procedure, just generally list what needs to be done and I can usually figure out the rest.
The phone is currently 'locked' to AT&T and here are the device details:
Code:
Model Number
SAMSUNG-SGH-I337
Android version
4.4.2
Baseband version:
I337UCUFNC1
Kernel version
3.4.0-1125940
[email protected] #1
Tue Mar 25 13:26:59 KST 2014
Build number
KOT49H.I337UCUNFNC1
SE for Android status
Enforcing
SEPF_SAMSUNG-SGH-I337_4.4.2_0011
Tue Mar 25 13:26:49 2014
Secure boot status
Type: Samsung
Security software version
MDF v1.0 Release 2
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Hello, I have a few questions about rooting my Samsung Galaxy S4.
I want to root to enable some hidden CSC features, edit the hosts file and to install an adblocker.
Not to install an custom ROM.
But I have a few questions.
Do I still get OTA updates after rooting my device?
And what happens after I update, do I lose root, are those CSC features and the hosts file resetted, and is the adblocker uninstalled?
I am currently running the latest version of Samsung.
Information about my device:
Model number: GT-I9505
Android version: 4.3
Baseband version: I9505XXUEMKF
Kernel version: 3.4.0-2082040, [email protected] #1, Wed Nov 27 22:04:32 KST 2013
Build number: JSS15J.I9505XXUEMKF
SE for Android status: Enforcing, SEPF_GT-I9505_4.3_0018
Secure boot status: Type: Samsung
And under status I see "Device status: Official".
Thanks.
I'd like to know this as well. I've got no interest in flashing ROM's or anything like that, just need root to run a few Apps I use. How does this affect updating, and can it be easily rolled back for warranty purposes?
Thanks for any help.
Btrim14 said:
I'd like to know this as well. I've got no interest in flashing ROM's or anything like that, just need root to run a few Apps I use. How does this affect updating, and can it be easily rolled back for warranty purposes?
Thanks for any help.
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Oh yeah, and do you keep warranty?
We in the Netherlands have a law that the warranty does not get voided if you root it.
Dutch law said:
If the failure of a phone is not the direct result of the rooting or jailbreaking, the warranty remains valid, even if the terms of the seller states that it is not the case.
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system information:
•Model number: SAMSUNG-SGH-I337Z
•Android version: 4.4.2
•Baseband version: I337ZTUUBOA1
•kernel version: 3.4.0-3238692 / [email protected] #1 / Wed Jan 14 18:33:42 KST 2015
•Build number: KOT49H.I337TUUBOA1
•SWE for Android Status: Enforcing / SE[F_SAMSUNG-SGH-I337Z_4.4.2_0033 / Wed Jan 14 18:33:42 2015
• Secure boot status: Type: Samsung
• Security software version: MDF v1.0 Release 2
I have tried any and all 1 clicks i could find, attempted all old hacks i have from older root methods.
The only things i haven't tried are
• Exploits i did not find searching past 2 weeks every night for hours
• Anything that downgrades any software on phone
• Anything that installs custom recoveries
I am willing to downgrade and use an app like towelroot if it is possible, but with my firmware being from 2015, i'd be worried in following any downgrade methods (what few i have found for this phone) since none of them mention the ability to do it w/oa1.
to be honest, with such limited support for this phone in Google (especially since a 2015 kernel) I'm kind of scared doing anything major with it =/... I got the phone about 2 weeks ago, and have been trying to root it from day 1. The phone was a $0.99 phone from cricket to bribe me into staying with them( they just changed to GSM and screwed everyone over who had purchased a new phone recently, another story for a never to talk about time)
I would prefer to not trip Knox, but if it's a must then.... well... it's a must, isn't it...
any and all help would be highly appreciated.
Have you tried.motochopper? I'd give that a try. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=40746664
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Motochopper is a no go I tried it
I looked but didn't find answer? Device: Samsung SM-G900V, I flashed the G900V_OA8_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM Via safe strap. Android version 5.0 ,build # LRX21t.G900VVRU1B0a8, Kernel version 3.4.0 [email protected] #1 Tue Jan 27 14:17:05 KST 2015
I'm getting update notifications for enhanced content? I assume I will lose root if I allow? I have disabled auto update in TiBk
Can someone tell me if I am able to accept the download w/o losing root. Thank you.
mercermtn said:
I looked but didn't find answer? Device: Samsung SM-G900V, I flashed the G900V_OA8_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM Via safe strap. Android version 5.0 ,build # LRX21t.G900VVRU1B0a8, Kernel version 3.4.0 [email protected] #1 Tue Jan 27 14:17:05 KST 2015
I'm getting update notifications for enhanced content? I assume I will lose root if I allow? I have disabled auto update in TiBk
Can someone tell me if I am able to accept the download w/o losing root. Thank you.
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The update has been confirmed to keep root, but if you wan't to be 100% sure you'll keep root there is a thread in the general section about updating to OC4 and keeping root. It has a ROM just like the one you're using except it's OC4.
Hi, a friend has a Galaxy S5 (MetroPCS) he wanted me to unlock. He works at a hotel and any items found in rooms go to their "Lost and found" thing for a 60 day period. This was found and never claimed, so he wants to use it as his own. I've looked through it a bit and it appears it was used by a former drug dealer around town. Huzzah. Anyway.
It appears to already be rooted and has TWRP already installed, though still uses the stock ROM.
My questions are- How would I go about doing a fresh install on it? Also, is there a free way to unlock them or do I have to go through one of those unlock websites?
Here are the specs
Model Number: SM-G900T1
Android Version: 4.4.2
Baseband Version: G900T1UVU1ANK1
Kernel Version: 3.4.0-1616453
[email protected] #1
Mon Nov 10 14:47:19 KST 2014
Build Number: KOT49H.G900T1UVU1ANK1
SE For Android Status: Enforcing
SEPF SM-G900T1 4.4.2 0046
Wed Jun 24 17:38:37 2015
Security Software Version: MDF v1.0 Release 3
VPN v1.4 Release 1
Edit: I found this site, http://samsung-updates.com/device/?id=SM-G900T1
I see there's a newer version with 5.1.1. Would I be able to flash that without any major issues instead of the one already on it?
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I see there's a newer version with 5.1.1. Would I be able to flash that without any major issues instead of the one already on it?
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Upgrade it using Smart Switch.
Just an update- I successfully used SmartSwitch to upgrade the phone, kudos for that.
Also ended up going through cellunlocker.net to unlock it. They even sent an unfreeze code with it.
Hello.
I just recently got Galaxy S5 which appears to be only sold in Japan. There's some custom firmware installed on it which prevents Android to be updated. Phone doesn't have SIM locked, so any SIM card can be used.
Because the forum doesn't allow me to post link to a screenshot which shows firmware info I'll just write it down.
Android version:
4.4.2
Baseband version:
SCL23KDU1BNE4
Kernel version:
3.4.0
[email protected] #1
Wed May 14 19:59:35 KST 2014
Build number:
SCL23KDU1BNE4
SE for Android status:
Enforcing
SEPF_SCL23_4.4.2_0011
Wed May 19:59:13 2014
Hardware version:
G900J.07
Security software version:
MDF v1.0 Release 2
VPN v1.4 Release 1
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I'd like to completely wipe this firmware from the device, replace it with the latest Android version (6.0?) and root it. At first I'd like to know if it's even possible to do any kind of firmware changes on this model and what exactly do I need to perform the update/root.
Thanks.
Doesn't look like there is a 6.0 stock ROM for it, but you can upgrade to 5.0 here
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?r=&v=&q=SCL23
Flash with ODIN (Instructions all over the forum many times)
Okay, instructions on updato seems quite easy to follow so that shouldnt be a problem. Is there any recommended tool for root? I've found a lot of them and I really don't want to mess something up.
PS: How come there's no stock ROM for 6.0 even tho it's been mentioned in some articles that SCL23 model is also supported by Marshmallow update?
Anyone?
Okay, update to 5.0 passed without any issues. There are some default japanese applications on the phone which I cannot uninstall, is it possible to get rid of those somehow?
I have the same device Do you update succeeded or not
I installed Android 6.0.1 and the network was missing help someone Galaxy scl23 or give the firmware 4.4.2 or help to find the GSM network
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I installed Android 6.0.1 and the network was missing help someone Galaxy scl23 or give the firmware 4.4.2 or help to find the GSM network
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Go to this link & download 4.4.2 then follow this tutorial.
Make sure to use key input from the options & use capital letters where needed. All being well you will have everything working again.
Make sure not to use any download manager for the download link. File gets about 100kbps so it'll take a few hours but you will get it.
I did the above then rooted the phone & flashed correct TWRP version to it then flashed 5.0 Lollipop SpaceX rom here. Everything working good & no loss of service on reset or reboot.
Hope it helps