Hi Friends,
Very quick and simple question:
Is there a way to Root (and maybe Unroot) the 6gb RAM model WITHOUT unlocking the Bootloader?
I only ask because unlocking the Bootloader voids the ZTE 2 year warranty, and there is no way to reverse/relock it, correct?
Thanks for your responses!
Read the root without unlock thread and the newbie unlocking guide.
Thanks bud, so looks like it is possible to root without Bootloader unlock? How about going back to stock after root?
@lafester or some other helpful member, can you please link me to the pertinent thread that I could use to root the ENHANCED (6gb RAM model in the US)? Preferably, I'd like to root with the Bootloader unlocked too, ONLY if there is a way to return to complete stock, including relocking the Bootloader.
Simply speaking, I want to order the phone and try it, but am not sure if I'd be able to live with the camera performance and etc... I'd like to be to root and unlock Bootloader, if I can, but if I don't keep the phone, I'd like to return to complete stock. Can someone help? Thanks!
I gave you the threads already.
@lafester I am sorry bud, but I didn't see any links in your post. Also, any chance you could simply answer my question, if you have the knowledge ? Would deeply appreciate it. Thanks!
Just picked up a carrier unlocked Verizon Galaxy S7 Edge model SM-G935V.
Now that I finally have a model which seems like it should be relatively easy to root, I would prefer to learn to do it using a PC ie flashing ROM, but I have no PC*access*right now.
My main question is:
After rooting my phone using a 1-click root method, will it be relatively easy for me to un-install ALL bloatware & eventually end up with a phone that's running just as efficiently as it would if I had picked out and flashed a good stripped down ROM using a PC instead of some 1-click method?
I'm also considering purchase and use of Super-sume Pro (if the job is done with Kingroot).
Any advice AT ALL regarding what I hope to do would be greatly appreciated... and jic it helps here s a little of my background:
I have NO successful experiences using TWRP or the like w other phones.. although I believe I came close!!... my last few phone picks turned out to be models which were pretty much impossible to root (locked bootloader was the common culprit best I could understand).... Otherwise I think I'd have been able to do at least 1 previous model the flash-rom way.
I DO have A lot of general experience w PCs and have successfully rooted a few phones using 1 click Android software such as Kingroot, but at that time I did not fully understand or hope to remove bloatware to cool battery or otherwise dial in best performance.
It's been at least 3 years since I last performed a 1 click root on any phone.
Thanks in advance for any advice or assistance... I really appreciate everyone & everything at XDA.
Best advice, get/borrow a laptop and follow the instructions in this thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/how-to/root-s7-s7edge-oreo-nougat-t3819616 to see about rooting your S7e. All those "1-click" options never worked for me. With the method in the above link, I can root my S7e in under 15min.
1) First and foremost, what is the current software version your S7e is running? example= G935VVRS4CRI1. IF the 5th digit from the RIGHT is the letter "B" stop! You can't root. If it is the letter "A," or a number, you are good to go.
2) even with root, there is no flashing of ANY custom ROM's. Yes, you can debloat and make some changes, but with the godd**mn locked bootloader the options are limited. Rooting does not unlock the bootloader, therefore there is no TWRP, Magisk, etc.
Others with experience regarding those 1-click methods may chime in with their advice/experience. But none of those instant methods ever worked for me.
Good luck.
SkylineDriver said:
Best advice, get/borrow a laptop and follow the instructions in this thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/how-to/root-s7-s7edge-oreo-nougat-t3819616 to see about rooting your S7e. All those "1-click" options never worked for me. With the method in the above link, I can root my S7e in under 15min.
1) First and foremost, what is the current software version your S7e is running? example= G935VVRS4CRI1. IF the 5th digit from the RIGHT is the letter "B" stop! You can't root. If it is the letter "A," or a number, you are good to go.
2) even with root, there is no flashing of ANY custom ROM's. Yes, you can debloat and make some changes, but with the godd**mn locked bootloader the options are limited. Rooting does not unlock the bootloader, therefore there is no TWRP, Magisk, etc.
Others with experience regarding those 1-click methods may chime in with their advice/experience. But none of those instant methods ever worked for me.
Good luck.
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Skyline,
Thank you for taking the time. Much appreciated. Luckily I already found out about the software version issue and I'm looking at the number 4, so that potential roadblock isn't one
Let me try to understand exactly what you said towards the end of your reply, though.
Are you saying that even if I use a PC and avoid any 1 click method that I will not have any option to flash a custom ROM? I could have sworn I saw a thread a few nights ago somewhere here at XDA which required use of a PC, specifically for my phone model and it described the altered OS or ROM as being as simplified as it gets, devoid of all Verizon bloatware. Maybe I am referring to it in correctly when I say custom ROM, I'll look for said post to see what I may be remembering incorrectly.
I have personally had great experience w 1-click methods in the past, @ least 4 different phones (older Samsung, LG).. but I have NEVER tried 1-click w a phone thats truly important... as in important enough to seriously worry about stolen IMEI, keylogger or other malware, etc..
I want a perfectly clean, safe "out of the gates" root on this phone, so I'm willing to wait to make sure it's done the proper/best way on my FIRST attempt.
Looks like the thread is already talking me out of using 1-click (might have known deep down that needed to happen lol).
Anyway thanks again for your advice.
When I finally do get to rooting it, I'll post the details and overall experience info here.
Whatever you do, DO NOT UPDATE to the latest software version.
With root, you can debloat all you want. I have next to nothing running on my phone (goodbye Google "services"). You just can not flash any custom (non-official Samsung) ROM's such as LineageOS, Calvioppe, etc... thanks to that damn locked Crapdragon. Much as I love my S7e, when it dies, it will be my last Samsung for that reason alone.
If you follow the steps outlined in the above linked thread, you should be able to root 1-2-3. I have been rooted since it became available and have had zero issues. It will require a PC/ laptop but it is reliable and verified working.
Good luck with your project.
Canthigaster said:
Skyline,
Thank you for taking the time. Much appreciated. Luckily I already found out about the software version issue and I'm looking at the number 4, so that potential roadblock isn't one
Let me try to understand exactly what you said towards the end of your reply, though.
Are you saying that even if I use a PC and avoid any 1 click method that I will not have any option to flash a custom ROM? I could have sworn I saw a thread a few nights ago somewhere here at XDA which required use of a PC, specifically for my phone model and it described the altered OS or ROM as being as simplified as it gets, devoid of all Verizon bloatware. Maybe I am referring to it in correctly when I say custom ROM, I'll look for said post to see what I may be remembering incorrectly.
I have personally had great experience w 1-click methods in the past, @ least 4 different phones (older Samsung, LG).. but I have NEVER tried 1-click w a phone thats truly important... as in important enough to seriously worry about stolen IMEI, keylogger or other malware, etc..
I want a perfectly clean, safe "out of the gates" root on this phone, so I'm willing to wait to make sure it's done the proper/best way on my FIRST attempt.
Looks like the thread is already talking me out of using 1-click (might have known deep down that needed to happen lol).
Anyway thanks again for your advice.
When I finally do get to rooting it, I'll post the details and overall experience info here.
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SkylineDriver said:
Whatever you do, DO NOT UPDATE to the latest software version.
With root, you can debloat all you want. I have next to nothing running on my phone (goodbye Google "services"). You just can not flash any custom (non-official Samsung) ROM's such as LineageOS, Calvioppe, etc... thanks to that damn locked Crapdragon. Much as I love my S7e, when it dies, it will be my last Samsung for that reason alone.
If you follow the steps outlined in the above linked thread, you should be able to root 1-2-3. I have been rooted since it became available and have had zero issues. It will require a PC/ laptop but it is reliable and verified working.
Good luck with your project.
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Thanks again for the warning about no updating... I am WELL aware of this, my friend.
Take a look at this thread... it really looks to me as if this person is talking about flashing a ROM on the S7 Edge, no?
https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7...a-evolution-x-samsung-galaxy-s7-edge-t4058837
That's only 1 of at least 2 or 3 similar threads that I've been having a look at lately...
If you look closely, that is for the Exynos version of the S7e. Verizon uses the Snapdragon (ie. Crapdragon) processor which has a locked bootloader for US models.
Ok I get it completely... one last teeny tiny bit of hope- I purchased mine Unlocked by manufacturer. Could that possibly extend beyond carrier unlock and (maybe maybe please just possibly) mean my bootloader is unlocked?
Went out of my way to make sure it was unlocked by MANUFACTURER, not SELLER for obvious reasons. Had no knowledge about chipset... dammit there's always something to miss no matter how much prep one tries to do!
Unlocked just means that the phone is able to be activated on any carrier ie. not specifically locked to only Verizon.
Only the Exynos and Chinese Snapdragon can be bootloader unlocked. As mentioned, I love my S7e, and will use it until it dies, but I seriously doubt I will get another Snapdragon Samsung that is locked down tighter than Ft. Knox.
Good luck...
I've just bought a cheap used P585M. I've trying to look in this forum if it's possible to root it, if there are custom roms for it, etc, but it's impossible since every time I search the model name, it shows me threads for other A6 models instead. So here are my questions:
What's the go-to tutorial/thread for safely rooting it?
Are custom roms from similar models compatible with it? If so which ones, and will I lose anything other than LTE? Will the stylus and its pen pressure still work?
What even is the difference, if any, from P585 to P585M?
edit:
I've found the answer to the first question: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...covery-official-twrp-galaxy-tab-10-1-t3473023
Hopefully I won't brick it.
Hi,
I have a couple questions. I'm in no way shape or form a professional or expert. So plz forgive me if I dont use the correct words or if I just flat out dont know the term but I'm also not a complete newbie I have rooted a few phones and I have repaired a few phones as well as pcs. To be honest I wouldnt even say that my knowledge is intermediate either. Sorry just wanted to give a warning. Ok now on to my questions... I own a galaxy s8 obviously why would I be posting in this fourm if I owned anything else right. Its unlocked but i bought it from cricket my model number is sm-g950u as of right now its tmobile. (Sorry if some of this stuff is unimportant just trying to give as much information as I can) not sure if anyone would need the build number or Knox version or anything if you do just ask i have np giving it this is already long and I havent even asked my questions yet... I got my s8 when it first came out and of course I wanted to root it bc theres some apps i use that needs root. I seen that with the s8 if u root it you actually lose part of the battery(like it wont charge 100% anymore) so I decided to wait and see if that could be fixed... 1st question has that been fixed? I'm not worried about warranty.. honestly this might make me sound really dumb maybe but should I be worried/careful about tripping knox or is that just for people worried about warranty? Last question I believe can someone recommend a root that I can use for my unlocked s8 thank you and again sorry it's so long
One more thing I'm not really looking to change rom or kernels or anything like that with root just wanting to have twrp (or some kinda custom backup) be able to use a keymapper, and do stupid stuff like change font and etc.
BeeMcCullah said:
Hi,
I have a couple questions. I'm in no way shape or form a professional or expert. So plz forgive me if I dont use the correct words or if I just flat out dont know the term but I'm also not a complete newbie I have rooted a few phones and I have repaired a few phones as well as pcs. To be honest I wouldnt even say that my knowledge is intermediate either. Sorry just wanted to give a warning. Ok now on to my questions... I own a galaxy s8 obviously why would I be posting in this fourm if I owned anything else right. Its unlocked but i bought it from cricket my model number is sm-g950u as of right now its tmobile. (Sorry if some of this stuff is unimportant just trying to give as much information as I can) not sure if anyone would need the build number or Knox version or anything if you do just ask i have np giving it this is already long and I havent even asked my questions yet... I got my s8 when it first came out and of course I wanted to root it bc theres some apps i use that needs root. I seen that with the s8 if u root it you actually lose part of the battery(like it wont charge 100% anymore) so I decided to wait and see if that could be fixed... 1st question has that been fixed? I'm not worried about warranty.. honestly this might make me sound really dumb maybe but should I be worried/careful about tripping knox or is that just for people worried about warranty? Last question I believe can someone recommend a root that I can use for my unlocked s8 thank you and again sorry it's so long
One more thing I'm not really looking to change rom or kernels or anything like that with root just wanting to have twrp (or some kinda custom backup) be able to use a keymapper, and do stupid stuff like change font and etc.
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Unfortunately you cannot install any type of custom recovery on the snapdragon(US) version, there is a guide to get root using odin(Samsung firmware flasher) and some custom firmware files, I don't have the US version so the best thing to do is look at this post and have a good read:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/development/root-t4060701
hi guys
is there a root method for snapdragan.
i could find much info.
can someone please guide me
thanks
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i have t-mobile version N986U/DS.
does this apply rooting this model ?
thanks
Mostly, I think, except that you may need a paid service to unlock your BL to get the ball rolling - Pls check this forum's relevant threads for further info on this aspect.
(I have N9860 SnapDragon variant; I cannot comment specifically about N986U.)
pnjboyzz said:
i have t-mobile version N986U/DS.
does this apply rooting this model ?
thanks
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It doesn't apply to U/U1 devices. You have to use a paid unlock service, bit if you're already on bootloader 2, there's no way to root currently.