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Coolest stuff to do with a rooted phone? (locked BL)

Just rooted my R800x phone (HUGE thanks to those who developed the method to root the r800x, you guys kick so much ayse!) and I'm looking for some awesome things to do now that I'm rooted. Already have Barnacle Wifi tether, along with Sixaxis controller (I know we don't need it on an XPlay, but it's still totally awesome to have), and removed some Verizon bloatware BS.
Please give some suggestions, it will be much appreciated! I'm sure there have been more people like me who recently rooted that aren't up to date on this whole rooting thing.

My favourites are:
Juice Defender - Save battery
ASTRO File Manager - Access OS files and install 3rd party .apk's
AdAway - Remove ads from free apps
Chainfire3D - Install drivers for other devices
Quick Boot - Gives you a reboot function and easy access to your bootloader
MarketEnabler - Lets you change your region so you can download apps not normally available where you are
SlideME - Third party marketplace with access to apps disallowed by Google
And of course a ridiculous number of emulators.

Quick and easy access to the shell with root is great.
Modification/replacement/addition to the system to utilize more features than stock.
Titanium Backup -backup/uninstall/freeze any apk on the system

juxtapose519 said:
My favourites are:
Juice Defender - Save battery
ASTRO File Manager - Access OS files and install 3rd party .apk's
AdAway - Remove ads from free apps
Chainfire3D - Install drivers for other devices
Quick Boot - Gives you a reboot function and easy access to your bootloader
MarketEnabler - Lets you change your region so you can download apps not normally available where you are
SlideME - Third party marketplace with access to apps disallowed by Google
And of course a ridiculous number of emulators.
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Have Astro and the ever amazing emulators, but everything else you mentioned sounds pretty sweet.

CrimsonSentinel13 said:
Quick and easy access to the shell with root is great.
Modification/replacement/addition to the system to utilize more features than stock.
Titanium Backup -backup/uninstall/freeze any apk on the system
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Not quite sure what the first two mean, but TB is excellent!

I agree with much of what others have said, particularly Titanium Backup (the pro version is definitely worth it).
I would add the following:
LBE Privacy Guide - block any application from accessing your contacts, sending SMS, etc. After installing, I was amazed how many apps were accessing things in the background.
Wireless tether - tether with bluetooth rather than Wifi (much more battery efficient)
Make the home button stop activating the screen (this has saved me a lot of battery life)

The only reason I didn't mention Ti Backup is because I assumed it was a given that it's the greatest app ever. Worth every penny for the paid version.

Yeah, I have the Pro version & I won't stop using ever.
I also have the donate version of the ROM Manager for Clockwork Mod but I can't use it with the R800x until a method to unlock the bootloader is unvailable. It was very useful when I had a Samsung Fascinate.

Thanks for the suggestions guys, keep em coming if you have more! I got a few of them and they're really cool so far! Anyone know if the touchpads can be used in any ps1 emulators? I have the latest FPse, but it doesn't seem to let me use the analog pads...someone needs to fix this and fast!

Erikwithafro said:
Thanks for the suggestions guys, keep em coming if you have more! I got a few of them and they're really cool so far! Anyone know if the touchpads can be used in any ps1 emulators? I have the latest FPse, but it doesn't seem to let me use the analog pads...someone needs to fix this and fast!
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Yeah just use the psxperia method, it basically injecting you custom games into sonys emulator (which has touchpad support). I made a video tutorial here if you wanna know how to do it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaZuKZQoBwA
I dont think it work on 2.3.4 though, thats why im not updating yet.

Have most everything that has been posted. link2sd is one I use quite a bit also. R800x rooted.

Yeh agree, LBE is really good. Surprising how many apps are interested in your current location!
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bubblegumballon said:
Yeah just use the psxperia method, it basically injecting you custom games into sonys emulator (which has touchpad support). I made a video tutorial here if you wanna know how to do it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaZuKZQoBwA
I dont think it work on 2.3.4 though, thats why im not updating yet.
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I'll check it out, thanks! Say I get it working, do you know if I can get the sixaxis controller to work and have the analog sticks act in place of the touch pads?

Rooting Nexus 7 - disadvantages (beyond blocked movie rentals)?

I've not got round to trying to root a device yet, and before I root my Nexus 7 in order to access files on USB Flash drives, I'd like to check out a few points please?
I'd heard that Google had previously blocked rooted Android devices from renting movies, eg in Wired and this very forum. Could anyone confirm please if that's still the case, or has Google removed that block since?
Secondly, does anyone know if rooted Android devices are being blocked or restricted in any other way on the Play Store? Eg after rooting, would I still have access to (and be able to re-install) all the apps I'd previously installed from the Play Store, particularly paid apps, would previously-installed apps still show up in my Play account, and would they still be automatically updated? I'd suspect so, & sorry if it may seem obvious, but I want to verify this definitively before rooting.
And what about OS updates, I assume I'd have to do those myself manually thereafter?
Are there any other major disadvantages to rooting please, apart from wiping my existing data and perhaps voiding my warranty? (I'm aware it may be possible to unroot before making any warranty claim - unless of course the fault prevents that!)

I am 99% sure that the root block on movies has now been removed for Google Play Movies
Root does not effect you installing other apps, however certain apps may be root protected i.e. won't work on a rooted device, there are not many of these and most of them you can "hide" root to use.

Lennyuk said:
I am 99% sure that the root block on movies has now been removed for Google Play Movies
Root does not effect you installing other apps, however certain apps may be root protected i.e. won't work on a rooted device, there are not many of these and most of them you can "hide" root to use.
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Cheers Lennyuk.
What about Play Store accounts, hopefully there's no indication of Google detecting rooted devices and disabling accounts or deleting apps from the accounts of people with rooted devices?

I really don't think Google cares. These devices are meant to be a stable platform that you can develop on, so they are going to expect people to root them.

Google don't care about root at all, people that do are usually OEM's (because they like an excuse to void warranty) and certain app makers like bskyb (they quote security reasons but deep down they just don't really understand root and are fearful of piracy)

Lennyuk said:
Google don't care about root at all, people that do are usually OEM's (because they like an excuse to void warranty) and certain app makers like bskyb (they quote security reasons but deep down they just don't really understand root and are fearful of piracy)
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Great, thanks very much Lennyuk and pjohnson87. After the movie rental blocking, I thought I ought to check if any other restrictions had been imposed by Google, whether under pressure from app makers or for some other reason.
As long as I don't lose the ability to (re-)install paid apps from the Play Store, that's the main thing I'm concerned about!

[Q] How can I install non-Ouya apps?

Yesterday I received this little cube. I want to know how to install non-market apps such as Chrome and XBMC(android version not ouya exclusive version). Please advice.
By the way, do I need to root Ouya?

I did this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2347214
It works perfectly, use xbmc (the version for ouya) connected to the computer in my home where all my media is stored.
You can install ESFile Explorer, sideload apps and more.

Alexsandra said:
By the way, do I need to root Ouya?
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I rooted mine (I suppose old habit) and flashed StockPlus 519r2 for good measure - it is NOT mandatory, but offers some added flexibility (GPU clock control, easier sideloading, Titanium backup).
While not super complicated, the procedure to load CWM and a ROM is a bit trickier than on other devices (perfect example is my Nexus 4 with Wugfresh Root Toolkit - graphical interface and worry-free operation).
But like I said, you'll be just fine loading ES FileMgr and then sideloading from flash. Several sites offer browser links to do it. ouyafree.webs.com is just one of them (no, it's not mine ). Same info is available in these forums too.

I have installed Chrome browser but is it not working OK. It turn off as soon as it is opened. Actually, the Opera dev version started to fail with the same problem after Chroe was installed. So, I don't know if all the Android apps will work on Ouya.

cabrerachaparro said:
I have installed Chrome browser but is it not working OK. It turn off as soon as it is opened. Actually, the Opera dev version started to fail with the same problem after Chroe was installed. So, I don't know if all the Android apps will work on Ouya.
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Most def NOT all apps work on Ouya - remember we're bypassing the Google Play hardware check that would prevent apps to install if the dev did not consider a certain platform.
I even ended up a couple of times installing an app on a tablet, then taking a Titanium backup, move it to Ouya and "restore" it. Example of this are apps that require a swipe to move through initial demo screens before actually launching (Feedly...)

Ipse_Tase said:
Most def NOT all apps work on Ouya - remember we're bypassing the Google Play hardware check that would prevent apps to install if the dev did not consider a certain platform.
I even ended up a couple of times installing an app on a tablet, then taking a Titanium backup, move it to Ouya and "restore" it. Example of this are apps that require a swipe to move through initial demo screens before actually launching (Feedly...)
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So the best is to install Google Play and install the apps from there?

cabrerachaparro said:
So the best is to install Google Play and install the apps from there?
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Definitely. Google Play shoulda been standard on Ouya, IMO. Uploading APKs to Dropbox was also a pretty easy method before I went the Play route

To root or not to root

I recently got a nexus 10. I put some stuff on it and I am enjoying it. I have run across a few issues. I found that rooting will fix some of the issues.
1) If I root I will loose everything i just put on, not a huge deal, but is there an option to back-up prior to rooting?
2) I found a toolkit that says it has everything for backing-up, rooting, etc. Is this better then the "easy" way on the root options.
3) Other then being able to watch Hulu on a browser, what does rooting get me? Will I end up with a "modded" play store?

bc320 said:
I recently got a nexus 10. I put some stuff on it and I am enjoying it. I have run across a few issues. I found that rooting will fix some of the issues.
1) If I root I will loose everything i just put on, not a huge deal, but is there an option to back-up prior to rooting?
2) I found a toolkit that says it has everything for backing-up, rooting, etc. Is this better then the "easy" way on the root options.
3) Other then being able to watch Hulu on a browser, what does rooting get me? Will I end up with a "modded" play store?
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Hi,
Rooting is quite a personal thing, I like rooting due to more apps, better system management, etc. Now for the questions:
1) Rooting involves unlocking your bootloader, therefore it will completely wipe your device.
2) Usually I recommend learning and doing everything manually, but I think you can try using a toolkit! I can't tell you which is good and which isn't, so remember to read the whole OP. If you want to backup your apps and data make sure they offer "adb backup" support.
3) AFAIK you can root tranquilly, all the apps I used to use still work fine.
~Lord
"All I Ever Needed Was A Little Piece of Hope" - World of Fantasy (Helloween)
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bc320 said:
I recently got a nexus 10. I put some stuff on it and I am enjoying it. I have run across a few issues. I found that rooting will fix some of the issues.
1) If I root I will loose everything i just put on, not a huge deal, but is there an option to back-up prior to rooting?
2) I found a toolkit that says it has everything for backing-up, rooting, etc. Is this better then the "easy" way on the root options.
3) Other then being able to watch Hulu on a browser, what does rooting get me? Will I end up with a "modded" play store?
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I hop between USA and UK and I must in UK use proxy to watch Hulu and when in USA use proxy to watch BBC. To get the proxy to actually work I must root and use proxydroid, it puts the proxy beneath a list of apps like Hulu app and BBC app not just the browser proxy non-root Android offers.

Well XxLordxX already said it..
1. You can back up your apps with Carbon from Clockworkmod from the play store. Then transfer everything you want to keep to your PC.
2. Rooting manually is waaay better and not hard.
3. All apps will work the same but some will have more features/work better. I really like rooting but some people dont for some reason
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[Q] Silly question, but if...

Silly question, but if our phone cannot be rooted, or access gained via an infection through a clicked on link/downloaded apk.. can our phones catch a virus and have things stolen from us without our knowing? Mostly asking because I always thought rooting a phone was essentially the same thing thing as infecting it. It's a silly question to me mostly because I know little about how the whole scheme of things work when talking about virus infections on a phone. But it's still something I just started to think about since our phone has yet to be rooted. Does this make sense to anyone else what I'm asking? And if so, please, if you can, explain if these phones can catch a virus/infection.

I personally don't use a anti virus. For my it's just a resource eater. But I am always on stock with no root. Maybe when you start downloading apps from unknown sources and install them you can be infected with some nasty things.
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the only real danger is Trojans, virusses that disguise themselves as legitimate apps.
but these are actively scanned for by bouncer on the googe play store servers, and by the Google play services on your phone.
you can protect yourself against them with an antivirus, but it isn't really necessary unless you frequently make use of pirated apps or 3rd party app stores.
these trojans also won't be able to do too much unless you root and give them root access(don't pirate root apps, don't give pirated apps root access)
they can't retrieve more than you allow them.
and rooting typically happens through what could be considered a virus, except that what you install isn't malicious.
1 click root solutions act like trojans by showing as legitimate apps to the system.
flashable root solutions often behave more like rootkits, installing themselves in the bootloader or recovery partitions to automatically re-root the device after an update.
neither are a risk on the note 4 since 1 click root exploits don't work right now, and flashable root methods require some very specific user actions(reboot to download mode, flash with odin)
if you're still worried about security you can enable active knox protection.