Ever since I got the KitKat 4.4.4 update my battery has been draining, and I'm not going to get a new battery because I've only had this phone for a short time[emoji27]
Give it a few days, it should improve. If not, you may want to root and install the Greenify app from the Play Store.
StoneyJSG said:
Give it a few days, it should improve. If not, you may want to root and installed the Greenify app from the Play Store.
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I'll try it, and I'm also going to get cm 12 on it since it's taking Samsung a long time to update it
itzdajosh said:
I'll try it, and I'm also going to get cm 12 on it since it's taking Samsung a long time to update it
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If you have the at&t sgh-i337 and it's on Android 4.4.4, then you won't be able to install cm 12 due to the locked bootloader. You're only able to boot TW based roms from Safe Strap.
No your right and wrong because twrp recovery already has Loki built into it..
itzdajosh said:
No your right and wrong because twrp recovery already has Loki built into it..
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no, he's right. no twrp for you
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jd1639 said:
no, he's right. no twrp for you
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Go to twrps website and click recovery for jflteatt and look at device specific issues and it clearly states that "our images are already modified with Loki"
itzdajosh said:
Go to twrps website and click recovery for jflteatt and look at device specific issues and it clearly states that "our images are already modified with Loki"
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If you have mdl firmware, yes. But you don't. Safestrap is the only recovery that's going to work and no, cm. Trust me
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No your right and wrong because twrp recovery already has Loki built into it..
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Go to twrps website and click recovery for jflteatt and look at device specific issues and it clearly states that "our images are already modified with Loki"
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LOKI will only work on the MDL firmware running Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. You're on 4.4.4 so LOKI won't work. Go ahead and try, it will fail.
Oh well I'll just be stuck like this but I'll try to find a way how to make it work
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Oh well I'll just be stuck like this but I'll try to find a way how to make it work
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Good luck and remember Odin, you'll need it.
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So your saying that Odin will be able to flash cm12 without Loki? And dose Loki work on 4.4.4??
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So your saying that Odin will be able to flash cm12 without Loki? And dose Loki work on 4.4.4??
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no, I'm saying trying to flash twrp and/or cm and you'll probably need Odin
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Why?? If wwjoshdew made a video on how to root and install a custom recovery on all Qualcomm variants for example jflteatt he didn't say anything about KitKat wouldn't work with Loki...
itzdajosh said:
Why?? If wwjoshdew made a video on how to root and install a custom recovery on all Qualcomm variants for example jflteatt he didn't say anything about KitKat wouldn't work with Loki...
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Trust us dude, LOKI won't work on Android 4.4.4 on the sgh-i337. It was a bootloader bypass that was patched when the mk2 firmware OTA update came out. If you try flashing a custom recovery you risk bricking your phone since the bootloader is locked. The only recovery you can use is Safe Strap.
If you want CyanogenMOD or any other roms of the alike such as AOSP based roms, you will need a at&t Galaxy S3 or an international S4 or if I remember right a sprint or t-mobile S4, (don't quote me on though) they have unlocked bootloaders as far as I know.
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Trust us dude, LOKI won't work on Android 4.4.4 on the sgh-i337. It was a bootloader bypass that was patched when the mk2 firmware OTA update came out. If you try flashing a custom recovery you risk bricking your phone since the bootloader is locked. The only recovery you can use is Safe Strap.
If you want CyanogenMOD or any other roms of the alike such as AOSP based roms, you will need a Galaxy S3. It has an unlocked bootloader.
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Well alright I did a bit of research myself and you guys are right.. Thanks for the help so I wouldn't brick my galaxy s4![emoji2] I think I'm going to get the lg g2 for custom roms and stuff...
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No problemo, glad to help when I can. Thanks for the PM by the way lol.
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First let me say I'm not a noob.. I'm a developer but don't really deal with rooting, etc. So please don't bash...
I tried searching for answers to this question, but couldn't find an exact one..
I have the AT&T S4 with the MF3 OTA update. I want to try and install a custom rom, but in reading the hot to's, it says not to attempt to do it with the mf3 update since it's boot locked. Can I re-install a stock S4 firmware using odin and then, after a stock firmware is installed, then install twrp with a custom rom?
Thanks!
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First let me say I'm not a noob.. I'm a developer but don't really deal with rooting, etc. So please don't bash...
I tried searching for answers to this question, but couldn't find an exact one..
I have the AT&T S4 with the MF3 OTA update. I want to try and install a custom rom, but in reading the hot to's, it says not to attempt to do it with the mf3 update since it's boot locked. Can I re-install a stock S4 firmware using odin and then, after a stock firmware is installed, then install twrp with a custom rom?
Thanks!
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No.
scott14719 said:
No.
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Ha.. Well, that's an exact answer
There is a method in the works on the VZW forums that will allow custom ROMs on locked bootloaders. We are hoping to get it ported over the our side. Things are looking very promising. This method, known as a safestrap, will also allow multiple ROMs at once. Up to 4 slots. It keeps your stock ROM safe so if you have a bad flash, you can still boot right back and have a functional phone. You are only limited by how much space you have on your internal SD.
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Ha.. Well, that's an exact answer
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There is a method in the works on the VZW forums that will allow custom ROMs on locked bootloaders. We are hoping to get it ported over the our side. Things are looking very promising. This method, known as a safestrap, will also allow multiple ROMs at once. Up to 4 slots. It keeps your stock ROM safe so if you have a bad flash, you can still boot right back and have a functional phone. You are only limited by how much space you have on your internal SD.
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Until then, OP, my advise is to just roll on stock/unrooted. Period.
Cheers
Sorry if I posted this in the wrong place or if there is already a thread about this. If there is, I couldn't find it. I really want to root my phone to use it as a mobile wifi hotspot for my tablet and I am having a really hard time trying to find a link to a forum or a youtube video about how to root my phone. So far, I have only found root tutorials for models other than mine. Do I just have an obscure phone model or is it just more difficult to root? I have wanted to do this for quite some time now so any help is appreciated!
4.4.2 is a new release so currently there is not a root method. As of my last reading there is some significant progress in finding a root method. This is definitely not an obscure phone model. Just a brand new update that developers are still working to root.
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CAG-man said:
4.4.2 is a new release so currently there is not a root method. As of my last reading there is some significant progress in finding a root method. This is definitely not an obscure phone model. Just a brand new update that developers are still working to root.
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Thanks, hopefully there will be soon!
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Thanks, hopefully there will be soon!
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@CCSUBlackhawk actually there is work around method to get root and install custom 4.4 rom.... Follow my thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2663545 and Check our Deadly Venom kitkat magic tool thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2680868 also if u want to install pre rooted 4.4 custom rom.......here's the first two 4.4 custom that able to boot using Our kitkat magic tool.... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51088546 ....Goodluck. ....PM me if you have any question or need more help.....[emoji106]
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ted77usa said:
@CCSUBlackhawk actually there is work around method to get root and install custom 4.4 rom.... Follow my thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2663545 and Check our Deadly Venom kitkat magic tool thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2680868 also if u want to install pre rooted 4.4 custom rom.......here's the first two 4.4 custom that able to boot using Our kitkat magic tool.... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51088546 ....Goodluck. ....PM me if you have any question or need more help.....[emoji106]
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Is there any workaround for this, as this seems like a pain not being able to mount system in recovery.
XxSHaDoWxSLaYeRxX said:
Is there any workaround for this, as this seems like a pain not being able to mount system in recovery.
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This is the only option. All you have to do to mount system is a quick flash of one package in ODIN, and then you just have to do another ODIN after you finish flashing in recovery. It's not that bad really.
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This is the only option. All you have to do to mount system is a quick flash of one package in ODIN, and then you just have to do another ODIN after you finish flashing in recovery. It's not that bad really.
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Ehh, I want to upgrade but it just seems like a pain to be tethered to a computer when you need to flash. Maybe I'm making a big deal over nothing, idk.
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XxSHaDoWxSLaYeRxX said:
Ehh, I want to upgrade but it just seems like a pain to be tethered to a computer when you need to flash. Maybe I'm making a big deal over nothing, idk.
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Not being able to flash and restore backups on the go definitely is a downside, so this definitely isn't for flashaholics or people who want their flashable mods wherever they are. It's a matter of whether you're willing to take time to set it up stable all at once or just chill back until things are updated (root method and safestrap namely)
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Not being able to flash and restore backups on the go definitely is a downside, so this definitely isn't for flashaholics or people who want their flashable mods wherever they are. It's a matter of whether you're willing to take time to set it up stable all at once or just chill back until things are updated (root method and safestrap namely)
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Yeah, i tend to flash quite a few zips on the go, and not being able to is a big downside.
Hello. I have the same problem. I am trying to unlock my sgh-i337 with Android OS 4.4.2, but first wanted to root it. I was able to install the superuser app but when launched an error pops upon installation. Help anyone?
mbison83 said:
Hello. I have the same problem. I am trying to unlock my sgh-i337 but first wanted to root it. I was able to install the superuser app but when launched an error pops upon installation. Help anyone?
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You need to a lot more reading in the general forum. What firmware are you on? You can't just install super su from the play store which I'm assuming you did. If I'm wrong please correct me
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jd1639 said:
You need to a lot more reading in the general forum. What firmware are you on? You can't just install super su from the play store which I'm assuming you did. If I'm wrong please correct me
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How do I check the firmware? The baseband version is I337UCUFNB1.
Yes, I have installed the Super SU from playstore, but before I have used a root_sgh-i337.bat file.
mbison83 said:
How do I check the firmware? The baseband version is I337UCUFNB1.
Yes, I have installed the Super SU from playstore, but before I have used a root_sgh-i337.bat file.
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nb1 is unrootable... however there is a work around. search for it here in the forums
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kevp75 said:
nb1 is unrootable... however there is a work around. search for it here in the forums
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Can it be unlocked if not rooted?
mbison83 said:
Can it be unlocked if not rooted?
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No, you need to be rooted. Once rooted you can use this method to unlock http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2595457
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No, you need to be rooted. Once rooted you can use this method to unlock http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2595457
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Can you PLEASE help me root it? I have read I need to downgrade to MK2 from NB1. I have tried using the Odin method but it shows Failed.
mbison83 said:
Can you PLEASE help me root it? I have read I need to downgrade to MK2 from NB1. I have tried using the Odin method but it shows Failed.
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Can you try again and take a screenshot after it fails please?
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Can you try again and take a screenshot after it fails please?
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Here you go.
I would prefer to get code from at&t, but have to wait 48 hours for them to get back to the guy who sold the phone to me. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. If they refuse to provide the code then I will have to mess with the phone to get it unlocked or sell it as is.
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Here you go.
I would prefer to get code from at&t, but have to wait 48 hours for them to get back to the guy who sold the phone to me. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. If they refuse to provide the code then I will have to mess with the phone to get it unlocked or sell it as is.
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Is your phone in download mode when you flash it?
Sigatorade said:
Is your phone in download mode when you flash it?
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Good point. It is not. How do I go about that on s4?
Hello All!
I just bought a Galaxy S4 Active in Mexico (SGH-i537), is running android 4.3 with baseband i537UBUAMF1 and untill now I can find how to root my phone or install a custom room because Odin sents error when I try to flash 4.4.2 or a downgrade 4.2.2, also I tryed in differents PCs in order to avoid the common problem of the drivers.
Anyone knows what I'm doing wrong?
Thanks In Advance
What root method have you tried? Try saferoot, dint know if it works on the active though
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What root method have you tried? Try saferoot, dint know if it works on the active though
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Saferoot says the phone is not supported, also tryed with vroot and lokifyed
ViciousCC said:
Saferoot says the phone is not supported, also tryed with vroot and lokifyed
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Kingo root is another option
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Kingo root is another option
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CF autoroot was the solution!!! If you know how can I install the custom recovery I'll be glad to close this topic
Regards
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CF autoroot was the solution!!! If you know how can I install the custom recovery I'll be glad to close this topic
Regards
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Cool, that means you bootloader isn't locked. Download goo manager from the play store and it should put twrp on your device
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jd1639 said:
Cool, that means you bootloader isn't locked. Download goo manager from the play store and it should put twrp on your device
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Goo manager did not find any recovery or custom rom, another idea?
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Goo manager did not find any recovery or custom rom, another idea?
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You could try rom manager it'll try to put cwm on
Edit, it looks like you need to use safestrap. See this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2563991
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jd1639 said:
You could try rom manager it'll try to put cwm on
Edit, it looks like you need to use safestrap. See this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2563991
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You sure?
It says "DOWNLOADS:
CONFIRM THAT YOU ARE USING AN AT&T SAMSUNG GALAXY S4 (NOT THE ACTIVE MODEL)"
My phone is the active model
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You sure?
It says "DOWNLOADS:
CONFIRM THAT YOU ARE USING AN AT&T SAMSUNG GALAXY S4 (NOT THE ACTIVE MODEL)"
My phone is the active model
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I'm not sure. I don't know the active well at all
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I'm not sure. I don't know the active well at all
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Well I was reading and safestrap have limited funtion about what rom can be flashed... I have only two questions
Is possible to unlock my bootloader (running 4.3) for installing roms with custom kernel ?
Or any way to flash a stock rom without carrier stuff (drebranded)
BR
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Well I was reading and safestrap have limited funtion about what rom can be flashed... I have only two questions
Is possible to unlock my bootloader (running 4.3) for installing roms with custom kernel ?
Or any way to flash a stock rom without carrier stuff (drebranded)
BR
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Well I don't know the active and can only go by what I know of the i337. You're probably on ml3 firmware. The bootloader is probably locked and you can't unlock it. So safestrap is your only option. You'll be able to flash tw based roms only. There may be debloated roms available but you'll have to find those. Try googling i537 roms xda
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Well I don't know the active and can only go by what I know of the i337. You're probably on ml3 firmware. The bootloader is probably locked and you can't unlock it. So safestrap is your only option. You'll be able to flash tw based roms only. There may be debloated roms available but you'll have to find those. Try googling i537 roms xda
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Thanks!!!!
Hi all, I am fairly new to this whole rooting process for android devices, since i have just recently purchased a galaxy s4 from at&t. Just a few days ago, i've decided to root my device, and after hours of researching i came across geohot's towelroot program and successfully rooted my GS4!. Now i want to install a custom rom, and i would like to know what kind of custom recovery can i use? and am i able to install the cyanogenmod 11? I have downloaded the cyanogenmod installer and it says my device is not supported, but i read on their wiki that i can install it manually but i don't know if my current build is supported by Clockworkmod, or even TWRP for that matter. I havn't flashed any roms by the way and i don't plan on doing so until i am almost certain that i can flash it without bricking.
I am running kitkat 4.4.2 Samsung SGH-I337, my baseband/build number is I337UCUFNC1
Any help would be greatly appreciated thanks!
We have a locked bootloader. So, stock kernel and recovery cannot be replaced. The only recovery we have is safestrap.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2616221
Ahh that sucks thanks for the info. Hopefully they will find a way to unlock it in the future so I can install the cyanogenmod.
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Soulflame22 said:
Ahh that sucks thanks for the info. Hopefully they will find a way to unlock it in the future so I can install the cyanogenmod.
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Lots of info in General on what you can do--it is not too bad--:good:
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Lots of info in General on what you can do--it is not too bad--:good:
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Yea, i will look in to it. But I am going to do more research before actually flashing a rom, Better safe than sorry haha
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Yea, i will look in to it. But I am going to do more research before actually flashing a rom, Better safe than sorry haha
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Everything is all good, running stock. I wasn't able to do much other then use odin to update. Now I'm in a pickle. No root and I don't know how to get any kind of recovery installed. So much is out of date that one forum will say something works even though it no longer does. I could maybe use odin to get back to an older version if it doesn't brick, maybe then I can't start over? I need root and I would like to have a CM12 nightly but I don't know where to begin. Is there anything I could do?
You could use guut13's guide found in the general forum. You can have rooted oc3 to remove bloat and do other things, and if you install safestrap while still on 4.4.x, you can use it to do some stuff before you update. But nothing specific to 5.0.1 is available yet.
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You could use guut13's guide found in the general forum. You can have rooted oc3 to remove bloat and do other things, and if you install safestrap while still on 4.4.x, you can use it to do some stuff before you update. But nothing specific to 5.0.1 is available yet.
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TY. I just needed confirmation that it is possible to go back and start over.
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You could use guut13's guide found in the general forum. You can have rooted oc3 to remove bloat and do other things, and if you install safestrap while still on 4.4.x, you can use it to do some stuff before you update. But nothing specific to 5.0.1 is available yet.
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I'm in the safestrap recovery can I install CM12 from here?
download cyanogenmod Samsung Galaxy S4 (AT&T) - jflteatt / nightly
Is this the right one, it wont let me add links
I've done a lot of this with a sprint S3 but I never had to deal with a locked bootloader before.
I'm guessing locked bootloader means only modified stock. Is that true? I figured if I could get a recovery on there, then I would be golden.
dannyboone81 said:
I'm in the safestrap recovery can I install CM12 from here?
download cyanogenmod Samsung Galaxy S4 (AT&T) - jflteatt / nightly
Is this the right one, it wont let me add links
I've done a lot of this with a sprint S3 but I never had to deal with a locked bootloader before.
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No, you can not install cm. You can only use tw based roms.
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jd1639 said:
No, you can not install cm. You can only use tw based roms.
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What about this?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2537495
dannyboone81 said:
What about this?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2537495
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See this, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53758227. It lists all roms and everything else you'll ever need for your device
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