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[Q] ROOT the S4 for dummies?

Hello guys,
i have read this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2214847
And i have some questions,
how to check my S4 version? like XXU etc etc etc
and there's 2 ROOT methods, which one should i take? mine's the octa-core version..
please be gentle -.,-
thanks in advance..
[i will also post more questions in this same thread to avoid spamming]
i have previously posted this on S4 General but i guess that's the wrong place so i'll ask it here..
*edit* my S4 is octa core version

Briztama said:
Hello guys,
i have read this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2214847
And i have some questions,
how to check my S4 version? like XXU etc etc etc
and there's 2 ROOT methods, which one should i take? mine's the octa-core version..
please be gentle -.,-
thanks in advance..
[i will also post more questions in this same thread to avoid spamming]
i have previously posted this on S4 General but i guess that's the wrong place so i'll ask it here..
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Hi,
Look HERE

malybru said:
Hi,
Look HERE
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Of course duh -.- did you even look at my first post? i mention that link! -.-
now what i ask is what should i choose? the first or second method...
and how to check my S4 version?

Hello?

Briztama said:
Hello?
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For future reference when someone tries to help, its best not to disrespect them....
I have the i9500 and all i did was flash CWM.zip using ODIN on my PC.
Then you can flash superuser.zip in CWM. Piece of cake!
Do you need a how to guide for that or do you know what I mean?

Does this method work on new kernels with the root-block thing?

hamdogg said:
For future reference when someone tries to help, its best not to disrespect them....
I have the i9500 and all i did was flash CWM.zip using ODIN on my PC.
Then you can flash superuser.zip in CWM. Piece of cake!
Do you need a how to guide for that or do you know what I mean?
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With all means i did respect everyone that's trying to help.
It just that he mentions the exact thread that i was posting, its like saying carrot is vegetable because carrot is vegetable :silly:
so back to topic, there are 2 methods, so which one should i take?
and how to check my S4's version? as for how to guide i can try to follow the steps in that thread, and if a problem came up i'll ask it here..
i have rooting experience and i have idea for what am i going to do

Briztama said:
With all means i did respect everyone that's trying to help.
It just that he mentions the exact thread that i was posting, its like saying carrot is vegetable because carrot is vegetable :silly:
so back to topic, there are 2 methods, so which one should i take?
and how to check my S4's version? as for how to guide i can try to follow the steps in that thread, and if a problem came up i'll ask it here..
i have rooting experience and i have idea for what am i going to do
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To check version, go to Settings>More>About Device
I'm not sure about rooting part, since mine is quadcore version and the process might be different

WitchMX said:
Does this method work on new kernels with the root-block thing?
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I wouldn't use either of those methods. They require too much transferring between PC and device. Which is where incomplete flashing and hard bricking occurs.
I would just flash CWM using odin... Then you can do what ever you want i.e. flash super user, or a kernel or custom ROM that has root.
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WitchMX said:
Does this method work on new kernels with the root-block thing?
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If your boot loader is locked (Like the AT&T version) then you will need to unlock that first, then root.

hamdogg said:
I wouldn't use either of those methods. They require too much transferring between PC and device. Which is where incomplete flashing and hard bricking occurs.
I would just flash CWM using odin... Then you can do what ever you want i.e. flash super user, or a kernel or custom ROM that has root.
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If your boot loader is locked (Like the AT&T version) then you will need to unlock that first, then root.
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Excuse the noob question. How do I know if my bootloader is unlocked. I bought my phone in an airport in the duty free and is sim unlocked, but I dont know if the bootloader is unlocked.
In case it is unlocked, then the new cofface CWM should be able to root my phone?
Thanks in advance

WitchMX said:
Excuse the noob question. How do I know if my bootloader is unlocked. I bought my phone in an airport in the duty free and is sim unlocked, but I dont know if the bootloader is unlocked.
In case it is unlocked, then the new cofface CWM should be able to root my phone?
Thanks in advance
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Is it the i9500? Then thats unlocked.
The i9505 is mostly unlocked unless its from AT&T...
Yes you should be able to just flash CWM using ODIN, and you are good to go. If the bootloader is locked then the flash using ODIN wont work. Thats all. Nothing will happen. (it wont stuff up your phone)

hamdogg said:
Is it the i9500? Then thats unlocked.
The i9505 is mostly unlocked unless its from AT&T...
Yes you should be able to just flash CWM using ODIN, and you are good to go. If the bootloader is locked then the flash using ODIN wont work. Thats all. Nothing will happen. (it wont stuff up your phone)
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Yes it is the Exynos model. Im gonna give it a try then... I need my Titanium Back Up to clean some bloatware

WitchMX said:
Excuse the noob question. How do I know if my bootloader is unlocked. I bought my phone in an airport in the duty free and is sim unlocked, but I dont know if the bootloader is unlocked.
In case it is unlocked, then the new cofface CWM should be able to root my phone?
Thanks in advance
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All good. You are set to go!
Take a look at my youtube channel (link in the signature)
I've done a look at a few things to fix the S4 octa. Like a kernel that fixes zRam issues and a ROM review on both the OMEGA ROM and wanam ROM...

What are you saying is we really don't need any PC to root this? and what's ODIN?
When i root my HTC there's specific 'HTC only' files called HBOOT, Unlock_code.bin through HTCDev.com website
is ODIN specific 'Samsung only' files as well?
I know I've root my Samsung Galaxy Young S5360 but that thing's already come pre-rooted, just like my Galaxy Note 2
(forgot to add both to my sig, maybe after rooting s4 -.,-)
Also, how to unlock Samsung's bootloader in general? It doesn't need SamsungDev.com website or such right? :silly:

Briztama said:
What are you saying is we really don't need any PC to root this? and what's ODIN?
When i root my HTC there's specific 'HTC only' files called HBOOT, Unlock_code.bin through HTCDev.com website
is ODIN specific 'Samsung only' files as well?
I know I've root my Samsung Galaxy Young S5360 but that thing's already come pre-rooted, just like my Galaxy Note 2
(forgot to add both to my sig, maybe after rooting s4 -.,-)
Also, how to unlock Samsung's bootloader in general? It doesn't need SamsungDev.com website or such right? :silly:
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ODIN is a tool that you use on your PC.
You plug your S4 into your PC via USB and then ODIN adds the clockwork mod recovery files to the system.
- This is a video i created on how to root the galaxy Note. So for your S4 its exactly the same, except the file you are flashing is different.
Link: Kernel to flash...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1985575&d=1369329536
Once you have flashed this kernel, then when you reboot it will say you are not rooted, do you want to root. So you just say yes, and then it will reboot and you are done...

There's no ODIN for S4 octa core version?
1.85 is for GT-I9505... :silly:

I don't know why making a great deal out of it it's very simple you can use cofface method HERE and then goto odin 3.07 which does support i9500.... set his file in the pda section and flash it (of course when you are in download mode) thats about it, goto recovery and use the root option there is a menu for rooting in there.
these are the files use them http://d-h.st/WM2
don't forget to stop by his thread and hit the thanks button.

Briztama said:
There's no ODIN for S4 octa core version?
1.85 is for GT-I9505... :silly:
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ODIN is a tool thats generic. You can use the latest version and it will work

hamdogg said:
ODIN is a tool thats generic. You can use the latest version and it will work
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I've been following this thread and have used your method hamdogg and don't think I'm rooted. It seemed too easy. How can I check?? I tried an app that says I need root access, and it didnt work. So am I right to assume that I am not rooted?
Thanks..

greggCc said:
I've been following this thread and have used your method hamdogg and don't think I'm rooted. It seemed too easy. How can I check?? I tried an app that says I need root access, and it didnt work. So am I right to assume that I am not rooted?
Thanks..
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Hi Gregg. If you flashed the kernel then you will need to boot into CWM, then select 'reboot'. Once you have done that it will prompt you to 'root'.
Thats it... easy. Then your apps that require root will work.

[Q] Help with CWM on my galaxy s 4

Im trying to put cyanogen mod on my GS4 but whenever i try and boot it into clockwork mod recovery it just boots into normal recovery (android system recovery <3e>) i just need a way to either get CWM to work or another way to get cyanogen mod on my phone. Im already rooted, iv checked so dont ask if i am. I think my build number is weird because it was harder to root than normal. My build number is JDQ39.1337UCAMF3 i really need help soon

prickles25 said:
Im trying to put cyanogen mod on my GS4 but whenever i try and boot it into clockwork mod recovery it just boots into normal recovery (android system recovery <3e>) i just need a way to either get CWM to work or another way to get cyanogen mod on my phone. Im already rooted, iv checked so dont ask if i am. I think my build number is weird because it was harder to root than normal. My build number is JDQ39.1337UCAMF3 i really need help soon
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I won't ask if you rooted but I will ask you to read post #2 in this thread before you brick your phone.
You're on MF3 and there is no way to get CWM on your phone just yet.
Safestrap is your only alternative.

rayburne said:
I won't ask if you rooted but I will ask you to read post #2 in this thread before you brick your phone.
You're on MF3 and there is no way to get CWM on your phone just yet.
Safestrap is your only alternative.
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whats safe strap?
oh and thanks you may have just saved my

rayburne said:
I won't ask if you rooted but I will ask you to read post #2 in this thread before you brick your phone.
You're on MF3 and there is no way to get CWM on your phone just yet.
Safestrap is your only alternative.
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i was just looking at safestrap and it looks great but it isnt for the GS4 yet

prickles25 said:
whats safe strap?
oh and thanks you may have just saved my
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You need to read the "pinned" threads in the general and q&a sections. There are also threads about "SafeStrap" in the general section. I suggest you do a lot of reading before doing anything to your phone or asking any more questions. Good luck.
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prickles25 said:
i was just looking at safestrap and it looks great but it isnt for the GS4 yet
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You are wrong. Again, take a few days to do some reading and research.

Rom SM N910F

Did now somebody 1rom for Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (SM N910F) Snapdragon?? Thanks!

lucian.tulbure said:
Did now somebody 1rom for Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (SM N910F) Snapdragon?? Thanks!
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sorry, I don't understand your question.

I want some rom for my note 4 (root)

lucian.tulbure said:
I want some rom for my note 4 (root)
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"some" rom.... what rom? You are already on XDA, so have a look around in the Note 4 section and choose the rom you like the most. The SD version has a lot of good roms to choose from. Are you looking for a 4.4.4 rom or 5.0, Stock Android or Stock Samsung? Lot's of choices that make it impossible to answer your question for "I want some rom"

Ce said:
"some" rom.... what rom? You are already on XDA, so have a look around in the Note 4 section and choose the rom you like the most. The SD version has a lot of good roms to choose from. Are you looking for a 4.4.4 rom or 5.0, Stock Android or Stock Samsung? Lot's of choices that make it impossible to answer your question for "I want some rom"
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And to add a thing....Question DO NOT go to the GN4 GENERAL section, there is a Help&Troubleshooting section for those kind of things...
People really should learn where and how to post things.

I am looking 4.4.4 rom but my phone it SM N910F EUROPE

lucian.tulbure said:
I am looking 4.4.4 rom but my phone it SM N910F EUROPE
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You can download the stock ROM from sammobile to flash in Odin, or use the android development section for custom ROMs
And this should have been posted in the Q/A section

simple question

hey
i just bought a new Samsung galaxy S3 Neo
and i am on Android 4.4.2
is better to flash Cyanogen 12 or something else
and i need some newbies guid to safe rooting and flashing a Rom
i did flash some roms via ODIN on my Samsung galaxy mini pop
i need advices and tutorial on what Rom is better for me

AttilaXXX said:
hey
i just bought a new Samsung galaxy S3 Neo
and i am on Android 4.4.2
is better to flash Cyanogen 12 or something else
and i need some newbies guid to safe rooting and flashing a Rom
i did flash some roms via ODIN on my Samsung galaxy mini pop
i need advices and tutorial on what Rom is better for me
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According to me go for a custom rom based on stock.

Arsal7R said:
According to me go for a custom rom based on stock.
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i found that i need to update to 4.4.4 but i can't find any link other than Rapidgator and i can't download form it now
any new links please

AttilaXXX said:
i found that i need to update to 4.4.4 but i can't find any link other than Rapidgator and i can't download form it now
any new links please
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Do you want to try a CM Rom? Which variant do you have? If you want to try CM rom you need to go for 4.4.4.

Arsal7R said:
Do you want to try a CM Rom? Which variant do you have? If you want to try CM rom you need to go for 4.4.4.
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i know
i will go with CM12 but i need to root the phone first and for that i need 4.4.4 but can't find any links for I9300IXXUBNH3

AttilaXXX said:
i know
i will go with CM12 but i need to root the phone first and for that i need 4.4.4 but can't find any links for I9300IXXUBNH3
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You don't need that bro. You can root your mobile without 4.4.4.

Arsal7R said:
You don't need that bro. You can root your mobile without 4.4.4.
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it turn out that i have GT-I9301I and i can root it with 4.4.2 LOL sorry
but look here
http://androidxda.com/root-samsung-galaxy-s3-neo-gt-i9301i
it says i need id built : KOT49H.I9301IXXUANH1
but mine is : KOT49H.I9301IXCUAOF1
any suggestions??

AttilaXXX said:
it turn out that i have GT-I9301I and i can root it with 4.4.2 LOL sorry
but look here
http://androidxda.com/root-samsung-galaxy-s3-neo-gt-i9301i
it says i need id built : KOT49H.I9301IXXUANH1
but mine is : KOT49H.I9301IXCUAOF1
any suggestions??
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Bro as i said you don't need that and it doesn't matter what is your firmware build number or what is your baseband number. All you need is a specific file for your mobile like CF root for s3 or S3 neo or s4 etc ok and if any thing matters is that your mobile variant number and yours GT-I9301I.
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Arsal7R said:
Bro as i said you don't need that and it doesn't matter what is your firmware build number or what is your baseband number. All you need is a specific file for your mobile like CF root for s3 or S3 neo or s4 etc ok and if any thing matters is that your mobile variant number and yours GT-I9301I.
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[QRCODE][/QRCODE] check this out. You need this

http://androidxda.com/root-samsung-galaxy-s3-neo-gt-i9300i go here

AttilaXXX said:
hey
i just bought a new Samsung galaxy S3 Neo
and i am on Android 4.4.2
is better to flash Cyanogen 12 or something else
and i need some newbies guid to safe rooting and flashing a Rom
i did flash some roms via ODIN on my Samsung galaxy mini pop
i need advices and tutorial on what Rom is better for me
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Why do you dont go to my YouTube channel and see which rom is good for you because I did many reviews of custom roms
here: https://www.youtube.com/c/GermanDeveloper

Need guidance please...

Hey guys,
A year later and I'm still paranoid to root my Note 3 because apparently it's one of the versions that are difficult to root. Here are the specs:
Samsung Note 3
Running Lollipop 5.0
Model number: SM-N900
Build Number: LRX21V.N900XXUEBOL2
Baseband Version: N900XXUEBOC1
Kernel version: 3.4.39-5041972
SE for Android Status: Enforcing
Can anyone please offer me some guidance on how to successfully root it without bricking...?
Thanks in advance!!

Why do you want to ROOT .??

To try a custom ROM, and also to get things like softkeys etc.

Check your custom rom of choice has it got root built in .

JJEgan said:
Check your custom rom of choice has it got root built in .
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I'm not even sure which ROM to look for that my version of Note 3 can take. I've always installed custom ROMS on my previous phones, not sure why this one is so confusing

I feel like a ripe noob at the moment...

EXYNOS roms only for N900.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-3/galaxy-note-3-exynos-android-development

JJEgan said:
EXYNOS roms only for N900.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-3/galaxy-note-3-exynos-android-development
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Thanks so much. So if I want to then install one of those, I would then use CF autoroot to root and then install the rom? And if so, which file would I use with CF autoroot? I'm having a look at https://autoroot.chainfire.eu and none of the build numbers match mine?

Will really appreciate any help...

https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2471340

JJEgan said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2471340
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Thanks for that - but my build is N900XX and not N900W8?

Sorry wrong post.
Sent from my SM-N930F using XDA-Developers Legacy app

Does anyone know which file I can use to root...?

The device is almost 4 years old. Just don't tell me there is no info on the web. What you are asking here is just spoon feeding !

Believe me, I've searched for hours. There is a lot of info for the Note 3 in general, but I can't find ANYTHING for my particular build of Note 3

Flash custom recovery.
Then find and flash supersu.zip for root
Sent from my SM-N930F using XDA-Developers Legacy app

Yeah, that's it. For hours.

JJEgan said:
Flash custom recovery.
Then find and flash supersu.zip for root
Sent from my SM-N930F using XDA-Developers Legacy app
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Thank you. Let me give it a shot

SEARCH
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...elopment/recovery-official-twrp-ha3g-t3406899

JJEgan said:
SEARCH
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...elopment/recovery-official-twrp-ha3g-t3406899
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Thank you so much - you've definitely been the most help and I really appreciate your assistance!:good::good: