I am a noob and had someone else install supersu root a few months ago because I dunno how to do it. I just upgraded to android 4.1.2 which uninstalled supersu, busybox etc. How do I reinstall root?
Get Wugfresh Nexus Root Toolkit 1.5.4 (if you have a Windows PC). It does it all for you with a nice easy on-screen menu.
http://www.wugfresh.com/dev/nexus-root-toolkit/
alltruism said:
Get Wugfresh Nexus Root Toolkit 1.5.4 (if you have a Windows PC). It does it all for you with a nice easy on-screen menu.
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I tried using Nexus toolkit 1.5.4 to re-root after OTA 4.1.2 and it failed to root, it won't even install BusyBox even though it says its successful. Not sure how to get root back without a nuke and pave.
I'm sure the 4.1.2 root problem has been fixed for the nexus 7, and I don't wanna seem snobby, but the site's search function isn't the most helpful for me and all Google does is just give me results to threads of users having the same problem. does anyone have the link to the thread I need to re-root my nexus 7?
hello
i have nexus 6P and i want to install root on it plus get updates whenever google rool an new one (every month) without delete all the device every time, how can i do it?
thank you
Follow this tutorial to root and install custom recovery. Then, to install updates, repeat step 9 monthly + install custom recovery each time (twrp).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/guides-how-to-guides-beginners-t3206928
but it wasn't before something that can update with OTA?flashfire
Good afternoon,
After MUCH research, I have arrived at the conclusion rooting the D6616 with T-Mobile's likely final Z3 build for 5.0.2 (Build 23.1.C.0.399 and, really anything past KK) is no longer possible without involving Kingroot.
Why does this matter? Because there may not be a feasible way to remove the most recent builds of Kingroot from the D6616 ROM. Using Kingroot's own uninstaller in the App settings fails and factory resetting using the ROM/stock recovery threw my phone into a bootloop. Other users report it successfully factory reset their ROM with kingroot installed as a system app and their device no longer rooted. I attribute the variety of outcomes to different software builds and Kingroot versions.
It seems as though the only working root method also uses ZXDualRecovery. Though I have not tried it, all procedures that show the ZXDualRecovery method of pushing recovery and superSU involved rooting the device with Kingroot first and removing it after SuperSU is installed. This appears to be the only still-working method of acquiring temporary root long enough to install recovery. The only way to remove Kingroot is to use flashtool and a new Sony TFT, which also removes root and recovery.
Has anyone successfully been able to pull off rooting a D6616 lately? I want to keep this phone but it is unfortunately useless to me without working root so I'll likely be returning it if nobody still has one that's running the last software with a locked bootloader.
I would really appreciate any help anyone can give.
I believe I have done it! I think SuperSU is ever so slightly ahead of Kingroot.
What I did:
1) Rooted via Kingroot app on Google Play. Run rootchecker after it's done its business to make sure. DO NOTHING ELSE IN THE APP. Doing so may prevent SuperSU from kicking its ass later.
2) Downloaded and upacked to desktop the file for Xperia Z3 from here:
http://nut.xperia-files.com/path/XZD...ecovery_2.8.26
Z3-lockeddualrecovery2.8.26.-RELEASE.combined.zip
3) Disabled antivirus
4) Installed USB drivers via Windows 7 plug-n-play. Unplug phone.
5) Downloaded SuperSU recovery flashable zip from here:
http://www.supersu.com/download#zip
6) Ran install.bat from extracted ZXDualRecovery zip
7) Enabled developer options in phone, enabled USB debugging, revoked USB devices, rebooted phone, plug in phone.
8) Connect Phone, wait for device to register in windows.
9) Okayed communication from PC.
10) Place in USB Install Mode on phone.
11) Choose option 2 to install to device rooted by SuperUser. Kingroot has blocked option 1 (old method)
12) Enter TWRP (Automatic) and go to Backup, check all boxes, create Nandroid by sliding the slider
13) Reboot, ensure phone boots. Put SuperSU.zip on the external flash drive. Go to your new App: NDR Utils. Choose TWRP as Primary Recovery. Choose Reboot to Primary recovery
14) Flash zip for SuperSU. DO NOTHING ELSE. Do not wipe cache, do not fix permissions. Click REBOOT.
15) Launch SuperSU App. Attempt to update Binaries. It will not, but it will detect Kingroot, and somehow can get rid of it itself using onboard capabilities. It will do so and update binaries.
16) Reboot (Automatic via SuperSU)
17) Check to make sure SuperSU binaries installed by launching the app.
18) Reboot to recovery using the steps from step 13) above.
19) Create another backup using step 12) above
20) Reboot and DONE.
To the best of my knowledge, nobody has indicated how to do this in a clear Step-By-Step for the final build of this ROM. So because I've troubled you all for small chunks of the process I figured I would.
This applies to T-Mobile's likely-final software release for the Xperia Z3 android 5.0.2 on build 23.1.C.0.399.
DISCLAIMER TO ANYONE ATTEMPTING THIS: It appears Kingroot is "onto" what it is being used for. Given the behavior of this application, there is no reason for anyone to believe it is not a malicious program, but it is a necessary evil for this purpose. Newer versions of SuperSU are capable of removing Kingroot on their own, but alternative methods may be necessary. I attempted an earlier version of SuperSU and it was incapable of removing Kingroot.
It might remove via debloater. This is the only way to remove the system apps on this phone reliably, so you WILL need it if you intend to keep the bootloader locked. I couldn't get any root-enabled appstore app to do it including ES File explorer and Titanium Backup. It looks like you need a computer to remove system apps on this phone. Fantastic. Debloater works great though so don't be afraid to use it. Use the filter to search for Apps. You can remove them, but they will not be gone until you reboot your device. Hooray no more filecommander and lookout! Debloater can be found here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/and...bloat-t2998294
Plug in your phone. Give it root access. Easy peezy.
Then Xposed current framework and installer:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sho....php?t=3034811
Version 3.1.1 fixed the bootloop problem, so you shouldn't need the fix zip, or at least I didn't. But if you do, you can find it here:
https://dottech.org/187028/how-to-fi...-z5-z4-z3-tip/
Flash the framework for your device in recovery (arm) and then the installer APK from the ROM using a file browser.
FINALLY Youtube Adblock and minimized playback. SCORE!
I think that's about it. That's literally the best we can currently hope for from this device. I think there is an Xposed module to heavily alter the look of the ROM here but I have not tried it. Plus it only claims to work w/ 4.4, and we have 5.0.1.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/...6#post71601966
For devicewide adblocking I use DNS66 since there are no proxy settings for adblocking on this device, unless I'm missing something. I really hope I am. This means there's no native adblocking.
Xposed modules worth using you can find by searching in the Xposed store: Blurred System UI (LP), Gravity Box [LP], RootCloak, Xperia/AOSP NavBar Buttons, Xperia Super Radio, YouTube AdAway, YouTube Background Playback. And of course DNS66 (PlayStore).
I have tinkered with the rest and find them of no value.
I followed the steps but SU didn't ask to update anything. It just opens up and everything is fine?
Then all I did was unistall kingroot(purify) and it looks like it's gone, but is it?
Just leaving this here, this is how I rooted on Android 5.0.2 with the D6616
http://nut.xperia-files.com/
Read the documentation that comes with the latest XZDualRecovery and flash SuperSU or whatever you want.
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Just leaving this here, this is how I rooted on Android 5.0.2 with the D6616
http://nut.xperia-files.com/
Read the documentation that comes with the latest XZDualRecovery and flash SuperSU or whatever you want.
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Were you able to install twrp without rooting first on your PC? It doesn't work for me. I did option 3, install on unrooted device.
Are you able to systemless root?
When I run the installation it fails at step 3 on the install bat.
Hi, a bit of an old thread, but has anyone had any success rooting the D6616 without using Kingoroot or Kingroot? Both are malware which are designed to not be fully removed and be as resilient as possible, and uninstall does not actually uninstall them...
Yes, the old method still works. Use the search feature. I'd just link you, but I"m busy at the moment.
i followed these steps, and have gotten to the point where you flash supersu and reboot, but i'm stuck in a reboot loop now. wanted to use this old z3 as a dedicated audio player, and needed to root for some audio enhancements...
edit: i did have TWRP for a minute, but now when i go into recovery it's the stock recovery again, with options only to continue booting, boot to safe mode, factory recovery or power down. the first two options return to a boot loop. can/should i attempt to use flashtool, or factory recovery? i don't want to accidentally wipe something i might need in the backup.\
UPDATE 10/19: I was able to get back to ground zero using Sony's xperia companion software repair. Flashtool 9.25 and 9.26 would never successfully install flashmode drivers, nor would it display the stock .ftf file.
fierogt42 said:
Yes, the old method still works. Use the search feature. I'd just link you, but I"m busy at the moment.
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this new method seems to fail for me on both of my old z3's. does the method you're referring to involve downgrading to 4.4.4? i've done some extensive searching of this forum (and the android development ones as well) but don't seem to be able to find any other info.
Dear all,
I just got an old V500 and I plan to install LineageOS which I already did for a couple of other devices. The main reason is the increased safety by having recent Android security patches.
Therefore, I want no rooted device. However, according to the install instructions (https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/v500/install), the installation process of LineageOS for the V500 seems to require rooting.
This again works with the procedure given here (https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g-pad-83/general/guide-root-twrp-customrom-kot49i-v50020d-t2894277) and requires several downloads where even my Windows Defender warned me about downloading. So I am very skeptical and I have five questions:
Is rooting really needed to install LineageOS on the V500?
Will those files I have to download for rooting and opening the bootloader "survive" on the tablet, or are they only needed to "inject" TWRP and LineageOS? Can you guys confirm these files are not obviously malware?
Will the resulting LineageOS installation be rooted (if I do not install the optional ZIP for root)?
Will OTA updates for LineageOS work?
Is there a way using less downloaded stuff from pages offering me malware? So could I use a "more established" rooting tool (say, Kingo Root or something) and then download Flashify from the Play Store to install TWRP and LineageOS? Will that work as well?
Thanks for help!
root is dangerous!
Root is necessary to flash custom recovery.
There are different methods for root.
I chose the Stump method because it does not require an internet connection during root.
If you will be using an application that supports root, do not forget to set the PIN to access su.
Topster77 said:
Dear all,
I just got an old V500 and I plan to install LineageOS which I already did for a couple of other devices. The main reason is the increased safety by having recent Android security patches.
Therefore, I want no rooted device. However, according to the install instructions (https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/v500/install), the installation process of LineageOS for the V500 seems to require rooting.
This again works with the procedure given here (https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g-pad-83/general/guide-root-twrp-customrom-kot49i-v50020d-t2894277) and requires several downloads where even my Windows Defender warned me about downloading. So I am very skeptical and I have five questions:
Is rooting really needed to install LineageOS on the V500?
Will those files I have to download for rooting and opening the bootloader "survive" on the tablet, or are they only needed to "inject" TWRP and LineageOS? Can you guys confirm these files are not obviously malware?
Will the resulting LineageOS installation be rooted (if I do not install the optional ZIP for root)?
Will OTA updates for LineageOS work?
Is there a way using less downloaded stuff from pages offering me malware? So could I use a "more established" rooting tool (say, Kingo Root or something) and then download Flashify from the Play Store to install TWRP and LineageOS? Will that work as well?
Thanks for help!
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1, Yes.
2, Don't know.
3, No.
4, Yes.
5, Don't know.
ze7zez said:
Root is necessary to flash custom recovery.
There are different methods for root.
I chose the Stump method because it does not require an internet connection during root.
If you will be using an application that supports root, do not forget to set the PIN to access su.
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Thank you, I was looking on how to root this tab, and stump method worked great on mine, fffiou
I Have SM-G5520 Nougat, I rooted it successfully here
Link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/sa...g5520-g5520zcu1brb1-nougat-root-twrp-t3772104
But, as mentioned there, I run Flashfire, Grant root access, Browse for GApps.zip and flash it, but after click on flash screen goes black and didn't show any proccess of flashing GApps.
After waiting 2 - 4 Hours, There was still a black screen like my phone is off and I restart my phone. Now there is not a single GApp installed there. Please help me to flash GApps.
I continue my research on rooting and flashing and i got some points that are below,
1. Magisk is system-less root that's why when ever i tried any app to modify system folder or root directory my phone got restart.
2. I tried SuperSU system-less but the device isn't going to root.
3. I tried King Root, Kingoapp, OneClickRoot, Dr. Phone root, iRoot and much more with and without PC but my device was not going to root but only Magisk root my device.
4. I tried CFAuto Root with all modifications but due to my phone didn't have "OEM Unlock" option, flashing CF Root cause failure.
5. I tried to push GApps into Original Firmware, but that way takes a lot time and i failed there because of security reasons (And that was my first attempt to modify "Firmware" I must failed ).
All the conclusion of my work let me know that i have to root my SM-G5520 Nougat as system root that will going to work 100% to flash GApps.
Now Please help me to root system wise and flashing GApps.
Thanks Advance
plz contact Gsm helper team