I have been rooting devices for years, most of them Samsung before my move to the Moto X Pure.
I have achieved systemless root. So far I've only used it to enable Sprint tethering, a simple build.prop edit.
What do I need to know before flashing roms? Can I flash roms as I normally would after my wiping protocols?
Thanks for any help in advance.
Ed
Rooting the Moto X PURE Edition 2015
Hi how would I go about rooting the Moto X PURE Edition 2015 without UNLOCKING the BOOTLOADER? I tried using Kingroot but it did not work. What worked for you?
osazeone said:
Hi how would I go about rooting the Moto X PURE Edition 2015 without UNLOCKING the BOOTLOADER? I tried using Kingroot but it did not work. What worked for you?
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I did unlock the bootloader.
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osazeone said:
Hi how would I go about rooting the Moto X PURE Edition 2015 without UNLOCKING the BOOTLOADER? I tried using Kingroot but it did not work. What worked for you?
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You're on XDA, unlock that bad boy!
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EdHicks said:
I have been rooting devices for years, most of them Samsung before my move to the Moto X Pure.
I have achieved systemless root. So far I've only used it to enable Sprint tethering, a simple build.prop edit.
What do I need to know before flashing roms? Can I flash roms as I normally would after my wiping protocols?
Thanks for any help in advance.
Ed
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Yes you can normally flash ROMs. As far as I know rooting dont have any effect on flashing ROM.
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Here we go again with another fun how to thread will all my Moto X videos and more to come hope this can help out some noobs
Moto X Review
Moto X bootloader Unlock
Moto X VS. Moto G
Moto X unbrick and restore Tool
Moto X Safe Strap Recovery video
How to install TWRP on the unlocked Moto X
How to install CyanogenMod 11 KitKat Rom
More to come please subscribe to this thread
Mods please sticky I think this will really help people out will be adding more soon
Added video to OP
Video added to OP
New CM11 Video added to OP
Awesome!
I'll be linking to this as well as the complete Moto x guide by @dray_jr I usually link to when people open threads without searching, before I report it. LOL
Great job!
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kj2112 said:
Awesome!
I'll be linking to this as well as the complete Moto x guide by @dray_jr I usually link to when people open threads without searching, before I report it. LOL
Great job!
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thanks glad that you like it will be adding more soon
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thanks glad that you like it will be adding more soon
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For sure some will be far less confused SEEING this stuff instead of just reading words.
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kj2112 said:
For sure some will be far less confused SEEING this stuff instead of just reading words.
Sent from my N5 cell phone telephone....
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Yeah I really hope this can help out some noobs.
Mods please sticky this post if you think it will help
Tomsgt said:
Here we go again with another fun how to thread will all my Moto X videos and more to come hope this can help out some noobs
Moto X Review
Moto X bootloader Unlock
Moto X VS. Moto G
Moto X unbrick and restore Tool
Moto X Safe Strap Recovery video
How to install TWRP on the unlocked Moto X
How to install CyanogenMod 11 KitKat Rom
More to come please subscribe to this thread
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Thanks, is there a link on how to root Moto X? It's kinda mentioned at the end of the unlock bootloader video.
x2h said:
Thanks, is there a link on how to root Moto X? It's kinda mentioned at the end of the unlock bootloader video.
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Check the twrp recovery install video it should have the root in it. Once the bootloader is unlocked just install twrp then flash supersu.zip in recovery to get root. It's pretty easy.
sent from my Galaxy Note 3 running HyperDrive.
Tomsgt said:
Check the twrp recovery install video it should have the root in it. Once the bootloader is unlocked just install twrp then flash supersu.zip in recovery to get root. It's pretty easy.
sent from my Galaxy Note 3 running HyperDrive.
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'Thanks. Where's the superSU file?
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'Thanks. Where's the superSU file?
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You can get it at rootjunksdl.com or of xda if you Google supersu.zip you will see it.
sent from my Galaxy Note 3 running HyperDrive.
So what if you want to move from 4.4 to 4.4.2 from an ATT, rooted, non Dev, non custom recovery moto x? I was under the impression using this boot loader unlock method only worked for Dev editions..
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So what if you want to move from 4.4 to 4.4.2 from an ATT, rooted, non Dev, non custom recovery moto x? I was under the impression using this boot loader unlock method only worked for Dev editions..
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You are correct. Bootloader unlock method only works for Dev Editions, and phones from T-Mobile, Sprint and other carriers where Moto gives out bootloader unlock codes. If you have an ATT or Verizon retail or Moto Maker X, and were not lucky enough to buy an unlock code from the Chinese seller (before it got shut down), you can not unlock your bootloader and use TWRP to root.
If you have a LOCKED (and not unlockable) bootloader, like ATT/Verizon, and you are on rooted 4.4 using SlapMyMoto and disabled write protection by using MotoWpNoMo, taking the 4.4.2 OTA update will revert the effects of MotoWpNoMo, patch the exploit used, and write protection will become re-enabled. You will likely keep root, but with write protection enabled, any changes you make to /system or the other protected folders will be lost at power off/on, making root less useful. Since 4.4.2 also patches the exploit used to gain root, if you hadn't rooted before taking 4.4.2, you wont be able to root it once its on your phone.
HOWEVER... If you are rooted & write protection disabled with 4.4, you could consider using SafeStrap with 4.4.2. I don't know how well it works (I have a Dev Edition, so I haven't tried it), but it is an option for using 4.4.2
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Chainfire has confirmed via a Twitter post his CF-Auto-Root tool now adds support for various Motorola devices powered by Android 5.0 Lollipop. :highfive:
https://twitter.com/ChainfireXDA/status/533214652474621952
How to root Moto X 2014 on Android 5.0 Lollipop using CF-Auto-Root
Step-1: Boot the phone into bootloader
Step-2: Connect Moto X to the computer with a USB cable
Step-3: Unzip the CF-Auto-Root-xxx-xxx-xxx.zip file on the computer
Step-4: Run the root-windows.bat file
Your Moto X running Android Lollipop version should have been rooted successfully.
CF-Auto-Root download links:Moto X 2nd Gen XT1097: CF-Auto-Root-victara-victararetbr-xt1097.zip
Moto X 2nd Gen XT1068: CF-Auto-Root-titanumtsds-titanretaildsds-xt1068.zip
Moto X 2nd Gen XT1068 (titan_retd): CF-Auto-Root-titanumtsds-titanretde-xt1068.zip
whats wrong with the post that already up for rooting android L? why do we need two?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x-2014/general/lollipop-root-achieved-t2937154
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whats wrong with the post that already up for rooting android L? why do we need two?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x-2014/general/lollipop-root-achieved-t2937154
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My bad. I don't know why I thought it would have been posted in the "Android Development" section... I'd gladly delete this post if I could, to keep the forums clutter-free.
Need unlock bootloader?
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Joiner22 said:
Need unlock bootloader?
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Here's the info from the .zip file:
Code:
***WARNING*** ALL YOUR DATA *MAY* BE WIPED ! ***WARNING***
We are going to run the "OEM UNLOCK" command on your device. If your device was not previously unlocked, this will wipe all your data !
After the unlock, CF-Auto-Root will boot. You should see a big red Android on your device's screen
You don't need to be unlocked prior, but if you're not, you will be unlocked after the process completes, in addition to having all of your data wiped.
Thanks!
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338lm said:
Here's the info from the .zip file:
Code:
***WARNING*** ALL YOUR DATA *MAY* BE WIPED ! ***WARNING***
We are going to run the "OEM UNLOCK" command on your device. If your device was not previously unlocked, this will wipe all your data !
After the unlock, CF-Auto-Root will boot. You should see a big red Android on your device's screen
You don't need to be unlocked prior, but if you're not, you will be unlocked after the process completes, in addition to having all of your data wiped.
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Have you personally tried this with a locked BL? In that zip I found the file and fastboot BOOT ( FILE NAME)
( I have the pure edition with a boot loader already unlocked)
Are you sure that its a UNIVERSAL method to unlock any phone compatible? I know that is what it says, but it seems to good to be true.
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Have you personally tried this with a locked BL? In that zip I found the file and fastboot BOOT ( FILE NAME)
( I have the pure edition with a boot loader already unlocked)
Are you sure that its a UNIVERSAL method to unlock any phone compatible? I know that is what it says, but it seems to good to be true.
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I don't have a locked boot loader Moto X to try it with, but I agree with you, it seems "too" easy since we had to jump through hoops to unlock out boot loader using the traditional method. I just went by the message in the batch file, not doubting the wisdom of Chainfire
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I don't have a locked boot loader Moto X to try it with, but I agree with you, it seems "too" easy since we had to jump through hoops to unlock out boot loader using the traditional method. I just went by the message in the batch file, not doubting the wisdom of Chainfire
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Maybe @graffixnyc can touch on this since he helped test it with @Chainfire.
Is there any hope for the impure moto x?
I have one problem and need help! See screenshot...
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Joiner22 said:
I have one problem and need help! See screenshot...
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Are you using the ATT variant?
skulldreamz said:
Are you using the ATT variant?
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No, pure edition version brasilian.
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Joiner22 said:
No, pure edition version brasilian.
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OK thanks, I have the ATT xt1097 but I guess I can't root with this damn locked bootloader. Man I wish sunshine worked for this. I would pay $100 to get this unlocked, no joke
I am about to purchase the Moto X Pure Edition for T Mobile. It is very important for me to maintain root on the latest stock OS for this phone. Do any of you perceive this as an issue? If am understanding this root proceedure, it is just modifying the current LOLLIPOP stock OS that is installed on the Moto X in order to achieve root? If so, then can the phone continue to receive OTA updates from T Mobile and still maintain root? That would be awesome if that is the case!
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I am about to purchase the Moto X Pure Edition for T Mobile. It is very important for me to maintain root on the latest stock OS for this phone. Do any of you perceive this as an issue? If am understanding this root proceedure, it is just modifying the current LOLLIPOP stock OS that is installed on the Moto X in order to achieve root? If so, then can the phone continue to receive OTA updates from T Mobile and still maintain root? That would be awesome if that is the case!
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I don't have my phone yet, but I highly doubt that it will retain root after an OTA update.
Didn't work for me. Ran the Mac file and it ran the program and looked to work. But no root!
I have XT1096 with unlocked BL and TWRP recovery installed, what lollipop ROM can I install on it , currently have 4.4.4
Thanks
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In xt1097 show this error in SuperSU history
Error: only position independent executables (PIE) are supported.
Any ideas for this error?
KinGJamP said:
In xt1097 show this error in SuperSU history
Error: only position independent executables (PIE) are supported.
Any ideas for this error?
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Here is a good explanation > http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/development/fix-bypassing-pie-security-check-t2797731
Woot!!!! Happy Day!!!!
http://www.androidcentral.com/motorola-enables-bootloader-unlocks-verizon-moto-x-2014
:victory::victory::victory::victory::victory:
Now if we could only get VoLTE enabled.
I almost gave up on this device! I was so close to pulling the trigger on a Pure X. Will try to unlock tomorrow. So excited to able to tether again!
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it worked on mine now i wish i could get marmellow firmware
xt1096 bootloader unlocked!!! finally! I just unlocked my device.
Anyone wishing to unlock xt1096 verizon moto x 2014 2nd generation phone's bootloader, it can now be done through official motorola bootloader unlock web service. Hope this is good news for all who have waited as long as I have.
Apologies for posting this in mutliple places but I just pulled the trigger on Nexus 6 when this report came in through google now of all places. Glad it did. cancelled order and moving on to future freedom! Been too long since I have been able to root but love this phone.
This Is aweome news. My Moto x pure is shelved for now. Last night I unlocked my Verizon 2014, and installed CM13. Its been flawless so far. And everything but moto voice still works!
XT1096 Marshmallow ?
Wondering if any devs will port Marshmallow to our VZW model ? Is it possible to fastboot flash all files except modems from another MM firmware like the XT1092 orXT1097 ?
dan409 said:
Wondering if any devs will port Marshmallow to our VZW model ? Is it possible to fastboot flash all files except modems from another MM firmware like the XT1092 orXT1097 ?
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Only if you don't use Verizon service. When you flash the files from xt1092, xt1097, or xt1095 it loses CDMA, which means it won't work with Verizon's service. But if you don't use Verizon, then yes that will work fine, just don't flash the radio files and you can have marshmallow on the xt1096.
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Thanks for the reply, unfortunately I am on verizon and was hoping that just leaving out the radio files would work to get MM on the phone. I was just assuming that if CDMA was working on the CM roms that it would be possible for it to work on a MM rom also.
Guess I will be satisfied with having u/l bootloader, root, and TWRP installed which is way more than I ever thought would happen to this phone so its all GOOD !
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Thanks for the reply, unfortunately I am on verizon and was hoping that just leaving out the radio files would work to get MM on the phone. I was just assuming that if CDMA was working on the CM roms that it would be possible for it to work on a MM rom also.
Guess I will be satisfied with having u/l bootloader, root, and TWRP installed which is way more than I ever thought would happen to this phone so its all GOOD !
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You can use some custom marshmallow roms with cdma. For example cm13 works.
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usmc1488 said:
This Is aweome news. My Moto x pure is shelved for now. Last night I unlocked my Verizon 2014, and installed CM13. Its been flawless so far. And everything but moto voice still works!
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Moto Voice doesn't work! Even better!
I've had so many problems with that crap...
I am on an XT1096 with an unlocked bootloader and running CM13. I am able to be on the phone while browsing the web, which is something I couldn't do on Lollipop. That and significantly better battery life are (at least) two reasons to upgrade.
can i use some pure edition or eu xt1092 firmwares for xt1096 p.s currently living in europe
kaktusmaier125 said:
can i use some pure edition or eu xt1092 firmwares for xt1096 p.s currently living in europe
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Yes you can. Just don't flash the radios, if you flash the radios you won't have signal.
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Can I unlock LTE band after root?
AGISCI said:
Yes you can. Just don't flash the radios, if you flash the radios you won't have signal.
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sorry for my English , I just wanted to confirm in 1096 the only way to get the rom flashing MM is another model , but exactly should flash files , and that model. as I understood not flash the radios, and if if would wish to return to an official rom my model ( downgrade) is possible
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I have a verizon xt1096, how to flash pure edition mm on my device? I dont use verizon services...im on gsm carrier. Im new to this phone...thanks in advance
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demonshouter said:
I have a verizon xt1096, how to flash pure edition mm on my device? I dont use verizon services...im on gsm carrier. Im new to this phone...thanks in advance
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hi there, read the post of how to convert your moto x to moto x pure edition
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x-2014/general/guide-xt1097-to-xt1095-nextel-t2972693
i am unlock to bootloader, and follow the post 2 step by step, read carefully for your moto x not brick :good:
Completely stock XT1096 (Verizon): Device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking..
Anyone have any idea why I am receiving a "bootloader cannot be unlocked" message ("Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking") on the Motorola site. I have an XT1096. I previously had the same model and was able to successfully unlock. Had to replace phone with the same model from Asurion and am now receiving this message when I attempt to unlock. I have run the process several times and have even used the Data Scrub Tool to ensure that my unlock codes are formatted properly. No luck...
Thanks
newtoncd said:
I am on an XT1096 with an unlocked bootloader and running CM13. I am able to be on the phone while browsing the web, which is something I couldn't do on Lollipop. That and significantly better battery life are (at least) two reasons to upgrade.
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So when you flashed CM13 on your VZW MotoX it enabled simultaneous voice & data (not WiFi)? I just wanted to confirm this before I upgrade..that would be AWESOME!
ssmcd said:
So when you flashed CM13 on your VZW MotoX it enabled simultaneous voice & data (not WiFi)? I just wanted to confirm this before I upgrade..that would be AWESOME!
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It was wi-fi and not VoLTE, sorry for the confusion.
Hey guys,
So I didn't actually know that Motorola had unlocked this version of Moto X 1st Gen. I'm happy. I think I will be installing some custom ROMs.
Soulj4h said:
Hey guys,
So I didn't actually know that Motorola had unlocked this version of Moto X 1st Gen. I'm happy. I think I will be installing some custom ROMs.
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You mean they allow unlocking on their website for non-dev versions? I'm on xt1060 and just tried to unlock to no avail.
raddacle said:
You mean they allow unlocking on their website for non-dev versions? I'm on xt1060 and just tried to unlock to no avail.
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Yes. I'm on xt 1052 and I thought I'd give it a try and it gave me an unlock code. Non Dev version.
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I have a droid turbo 2 running on 6.0 marshmallow and haven't had any luck finding a way to root it. any help? thanks!
Neither has anyone else...
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I have a Moto x force rooted and xposed installed too bad for droid turbo 2 owners hope you find a way to root soon.
sam00561 said:
I have a Moto x force rooted and xposed installed too bad for droid turbo 2 owners hope you find a way to root soon.
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You luckily have an unlocked bootloader too.
Question... I just got my turbo 2 today and logged in, set it to see developers options in it, and it has the option to disable locked bootloader... Does this truly not disable it?
cmzeunges said:
Question... I just got my turbo 2 today and logged in, set it to see developers options in it, and it has the option to disable locked bootloader... Does this truly not disable it?
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Nope, as discussed in other threads, that's in the OS for the Nexus devices and doesn't apply to ours.
mjones73 said:
Nope.
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Well damn.