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Newby here (to the RAZR M)

What is required to (firmware version) root, unlock and flash a custom recovery?
I've looked here in the forums but I couldn't find anything. Unless if I'm blind as a bat. Haha.
But seriously.
Thank you anyone who helps out.
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mike253 said:
What is required to (firmware version) root, unlock and flash a custom recovery?
I've looked here in the forums but I couldn't find anything. Unless if I'm blind as a bat. Haha.
But seriously.
Thank you anyone who helps out.
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Update to the official 4.1.2, use Matt's 1.20 utility to root, unlock, and flash a recovery.
Welcome to the club

I'm already at 4.1.2 so I'll continue, anything else I need?
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Matts utility will do all the work for you. Just make sure you have a full battery charge.

I did it. Its unlocked and currently running the latest Cm10.1.
Wish I could change the start up screen though. Then again I don't really restart my phone that often.
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mike253 said:
I did it. Its unlocked and currently running the latest Cm10.1.
Wish I could change the start up screen though. Then again I don't really restart my phone that often.
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are you talking about the boot image that nags about the unlocked bootloader?

This isn't my own work but it's a goodie. Flash it in recovery
Pulled link. didn't feel right about posting without giving proper credit and I don't remember where I got it
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if it is the boot image u want to change http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1901444 or http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2340764

pbanj said:
are you talking about the boot image that nags about the unlocked bootloader?
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Yeah lol.
PantherVT said:
This isn't my own work but it's a goodie. Flash it in recovery
Pulled link. didn't feel right about posting without giving proper credit and I don't remember where I got it
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The boot image is what you were talking about correct?
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if it is the boot image u want to change http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1901444 or http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2340764
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Thanks man. It'll come in useful later Lol.
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Downgrade possible?

Hi guys, I've searched around a bit but am a little confused is it possible to downgrade from 98.18.94? I'm new to this phone but know my way around Android and Linux fairly well and can handle adb and fastboot commands. My goal is to Root and install twrp recovery followed by a new Rom. I'm not opposed to reading if I could just get pointed in the right direction. Thanks in advance
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thewraith420 said:
Hi guys, I've searched around a bit but am a little confused is it possible to downgrade from 98.18.94? I'm new to this phone but know my way around Android and Linux fairly well and can handle adb and fastboot commands. My goal is to Root and install twrp recovery followed by a new Rom. I'm not opposed to reading if I could just get pointed in the right direction. Thanks in advance
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Call vzw / other options/ cancel contract / ask that they "FRU" you a pre May build phone.

Thanks for the fast response. I take it I'm pretty much sol then... I got the phone from a friend who got their upgrade. I'm just using it on wifi. Version isn't going to want to help me
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Is there any work being done to find a new exploit?
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thewraith420 said:
Is there any work being done to find a new exploit?
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@ the razr hd forum.

[OTA] Rogers 4.4.2 update

Hey this is the pulled Rogers OTA file it should bump up the system version from 139.12.36.ghost_row.RCI.en.CA to 161.44.26.ghost_row.RCI.en.CA!! that is from Android 4.2.2 to Android 4.4.2... Useful For those who haven't got the OTA...
DOWNLOAD

Gundabolu SC said:
Hey this is the pulled Rogers OTA file it should bump up the system version from 139.12.36.ghost_row.RCI.en.CA to 161.44.26.ghost_row.RCI.en.CA!! that is from Android 4.2.2 to Android 4.4.2... Useful For those who haven't got the OTA...
DOWNLOAD
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Thank you very much, really appreciated.

Is there a change log?
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EVOSerb said:
Is there a change log?
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All i know is its Kitkat 4.4.2 nothing else! I just pulled the OTA.... Know nothing else...

EVOSerb said:
Is there a change log?
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Here is the release notes for this update.
https://motorola-global-portal-en-c...ers/prod_answer_detail/a_id/98225/action/auth

maxone001 said:
Here is the release notes for this update.
https://motorola-global-portal-en-c...ers/prod_answer_detail/a_id/98225/action/auth
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Thanks. They don't list new changes. It's just basically the stuff from 4.4 update. I wonder what they fixed in the .2 update?
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EVOSerb said:
Thanks. They don't list new changes. It's just basically the stuff from 4.4 update. I wonder what they fixed in the .2 update?
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It's the last google version of android. I don't remember exactly what they've changed but it's minor bugs fixed.

Can I just flash this with rsd lite over the current camera patch? Locked boot loader... Or can we sideload on this thing never figured that out
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mcsqwizzys98 said:
Can I just flash this with rsd lite over the current camera patch? Locked boot loader... Or can we sideload on this thing never figured that out
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NO!! This is just the OTA that you can flash via the stock recovery ONLY IF you are already on Rogers 139.12.36.ghost_row.RCI.en.CA firmware....

mcsqwizzys98 said:
Can I just flash this with rsd lite over the current camera patch? Locked boot loader... Or can we sideload on this thing never figured that out
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If it is the update as downloaded to the phone(I believe it is) you'll need to sideload it with adb.

Steve-x said:
If it is the update as downloaded to the phone(I believe it is) you'll need to sideload it with adb.
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Anyone got a link on how to sideload this baby? Did it on my n7 but idk if its different on the rogers moto x I never got the update and moto device manger isn't working so I'm stuck
Edit I am already on rogers
Damn I can't get into recovery to sideload I have the little Andy with a line underneath it saying no cammand and no button combinations work
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mcsqwizzys98 said:
Anyone got a link on how to sideload this baby? Did it on my n7 but idk if its different on the rogers moto x I never got the update and moto device manger isn't working so I'm stuck
Edit I am already on rogers
Damn I can't get into recovery to sideload I have the little Andy with a line underneath it saying no cammand and no button combinations work
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Press on the volume up button and then press the power button that should bring up the menu!!

Gundabolu SC said:
Press on the volume up button and then press the power button that should bring up the menu!!
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Didnt work
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mcsqwizzys98 said:
Didnt work
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Or wait I think you should hold the volume up button and simultaneously press the power button two times...

Gundabolu SC said:
Or wait I think you should hold the volume up button and simultaneously press the power button two times...
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That worked Am I able to apply the update from the sdcard? I downloaded it on my phone but can't make it to a PC.... Sorry for asking so much questions I really appreciate the help
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mcsqwizzys98 said:
That worked Am I able to apply the update from the sdcard? I downloaded it on my phone but can't make it to a PC.... Sorry for asking so much questions I really appreciate the help
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I don't think there is any chance of that. Wait till you have the PC and sideload it.
Hopefully it doesn't mess up your phone, since it doesn't seem to want to update on its own.

Steve-x said:
I don't think there is any chance of that. Wait till you have the PC and sideload it.
Hopefully it doesn't mess up your phone, since it doesn't seem to want to update on its own.
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Oh okay I guess I won't risk it lol yeah idk why it won't get the ota since I'm on stock rogers I untooted a few days ago and haven't had any issues but I just cant get the ota... Damn I can't get a PC for like 2 days lol
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mcsqwizzys98 said:
Oh okay I guess I won't risk it lol yeah idk why it won't get the ota since I'm on stock rogers I untooted a few days ago and haven't had any issues but I just cant get the ota... Damn I can't get a PC for like 2 days lol
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Its only a 5 hour drive to my place from Kelowna, lol.

Steve-x said:
Its only a 5 hour drive to my place from Kelowna, lol.
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Lol I guess I'm coming over I'm at silver star right Now so add an hour
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mcsqwizzys98 said:
Lol I guess I'm coming over I'm at silver star right Now so add an hour
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Of course you can update... Just go to update via SD card in the recovery and browse for your file!!

Safe to install

Is it safe to install 4.3 roms if you updated to 4.4?

Short answer yes.
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lol thanks I was just making sure now I feel stupid for asking

xSkyFlasherx said:
lol thanks I was just making sure now I feel stupid for asking
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Haha no worries. You can flash any ROM you like.
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which way to the root guide?

just got new s5 looking to root... can someone point me in he direction of the files and guide.. ty

Check the thread one below the one you created. It has a link to a handy guide.

Yeah but does it work with boe1?

]>oPeR83 said:
Yeah but does it work with boe1?
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Rather than starting your own thread, search and you'll find it, as well as answers to all questions.

If your on boe1 you can not down grade
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androidblaster said:
If your on boe1 you can not down grade
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Maybe the new king root update will root it?