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NZ GT-I9505, ROM help

Hey there. I'm new to these forums. This is the reason why I actually made this account hahah
Basically. I've just brought a Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9505, really nice phone, loving it.The phone is on the Telecom NZ (XT) network and currently runs Android 4.2.2. What I want to do is load up the latest version of the Cyanogenmod that is most stable for both my cellular carrier and my phone. I'm quite new to playing around with the software on Android devices. But I do find it very interesting. So be generous with me hahah I pretty much want a ROM that will still be able to run all of the cool features that the S4 offers but without the stupid bloatware. I'm sussed when it comes to rooting, that's easily enough done. But when it comes to finding a ROM that won't brick my device or recieve service, and in general loading the ROM onto my phone, I'm a bit lost. If any of you could help that would be amazing.
My phone info:
Model Number: GT-I9505
Android Version: 4.2.2
Basband Version: I9505XXUBMG4
Kernal Version:
3.4.0-1029328
[email protected] #1
Thu Jul 4 22:12:38 KST 2013
Build Number: JDQ39.I9505XXUBMG4
SELinux Status: Permissive
Secure Boot Status: Type: Samsung
Thanks

aluminum_killer said:
Hey there. I'm new to these forums. This is the reason why I actually made this account hahah
Basically. I've just brought a Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9505, really nice phone, loving it.The phone is on the Telecom NZ (XT) network and currently runs Android 4.2.2. What I want to do is load up the latest version of the Cyanogenmod that is most stable for both my cellular carrier and my phone. I'm quite new to playing around with the software on Android devices. But I do find it very interesting. So be generous with me hahah I pretty much want a ROM that will still be able to run all of the cool features that the S4 offers but without the stupid bloatware. I'm sussed when it comes to rooting, that's easily enough done. But when it comes to finding a ROM that won't brick my device or recieve service, and in general loading the ROM onto my phone, I'm a bit lost. If any of you could help that would be amazing.
My phone info:
Model Number: GT-I9505
Android Version: 4.2.2
Basband Version: I9505XXUBMG4
Kernal Version:
3.4.0-1029328
[email protected] #1
Thu Jul 4 22:12:38 KST 2013
Build Number: JDQ39.I9505XXUBMG4
SELinux Status: Permissive
Secure Boot Status: Type: Samsung
Thanks
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Welcome to XDA
Firstly before flashing any ROM backup your EFS and keep it safe, it might get you out of trouble if things go wrong
To back up EFS open a terminal emulator (can download from play store) on device and type the following:
su
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p10 of=/mnt/sdcard/efs.img.ext4
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p13 of=/mnt/sdcard/m9kefs1.bin
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p14 of=/mnt/sdcard/m9kefs2.bin
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p15 of=/mnt/sdcard/m9kefs3.bin
If you want the stock S4 features but no bloat then try one of the many light ROMs available for the i9505 from the 'i9505 Android development section'.
If you want a pure AOSP style ROM then look in the ' i9505 Original Android development' section.
I'm personally running the CM10.2 nightlies and they are awesome!
Have fun, happy flashing!

Remember dont update firmware MH8 if you dont want upgrade new bootloader.
Until now cant downgrade bootloader.

The problem I have is finding a rom that will work with my phone. If you guys could provide me with links that would be amazing. Does Cyanogenmod use the features the S4 offers such as the continuous keyboard, the LED, the hover capabilities etc?
On a side note. When I go to update the phone through the phone settings or comes up with a message saying I can't update because I have modified the phone. The only thing I have done is root it. But I have since unrooted it and reset the phone. So I don't know what the problem is. Thanks for being so understanding and helping me out
Sent from my GT-I9505 using xda app-developers app

ANY ROM on the i9505 forum will work with your phone mate.
When you rooted your phone the binary counter was increased, to go back to a fully stock state to receive OTA updates you need to use Triangle Away app.
CyanogenMod uses LED but the hover gesture is Samsung proprietary so that's not included.
I think there's apps though that use the hover sensor.
The search button here on XDA is your friend mate. The answer to every question you've asked is on this site.
Sent from my GT-I9505 whilst taking a s**t

Sick Thanks!
Sent from my GT-I9505 using xda app-developers app

Thanks for the help guys. Now running CyanogenMod 10.2. Phone runs great now
Sent from my GT-I9505 using xda app-developers app

[Q] Cannot Get Phone to Root

So I have rooted phones before so I am not a n00b. I had a galaxy 3 before that I rooted with ease , but since I have gotten the 4 I cannot get it to take root I have tried everything !! The developer options are on and all the steps to do it are in order but it will not root it always fails. I have also tried kingo [a one click root type program] still does not work , I just really wanna figure it out cause I love custom roms and how much better the phone works any help would be appreciated I have included specs as well..
Im running
AT&T
Android version: 4.4.2
Model number: SGH i337
Baseband Version: 1337ucufnc1
I have security software version MDF v 1.0 release 2

Galaxayy said:
So I have rooted phones before so I am not a n00b. I had a galaxy 3 before that I rooted with ease , but since I have gotten the 4 I cannot get it to take root I have tried everything !! The developer options are on and all the steps to do it are in order but it will not root it always fails. I have also tried kingo [a one click root type program] still does not work , I just really wanna figure it out cause I love custom roms and how much better the phone works any help would be appreciated I have included specs as well..
Im running
AT&T
Android version: 4.4.2
Model number: SGH i337
Baseband Version: 1337ucufnc1
I have security software version MDF v 1.0 release 2
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Did you try https://www.towelroot.com/

Galaxayy said:
So I have rooted phones before so I am not a n00b. I had a galaxy 3 before that I rooted with ease , but since I have gotten the 4 I cannot get it to take root I have tried everything !! The developer options are on and all the steps to do it are in order but it will not root it always fails. I have also tried kingo [a one click root type program] still does not work , I just really wanna figure it out cause I love custom roms and how much better the phone works any help would be appreciated I have included specs as well..
Im running
AT&T
Android version: 4.4.2
Model number: SGH i337
Baseband Version: 1337ucufnc1
I have security software version MDF v 1.0 release 2
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The root methods you have listed are intended for older versions. The only functioning NC1 root method is towelroot. Please check the all things NC1 thread prior to posting. All info can be found there. The person above has given the link to towelroot. If you go to the galaxy s5 forums, you can get a tutorial on it, but it's pretty straightforward. Enjoy your rooted device.

Remember that the phone has a locked boot loader. So, the stock kernel and recovery cannot be replaced. The only working recovery is safestrap. There is also restrictions on the Roms that can be flashed.
More info http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2616221

All Questions and Help issues belong in Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting section
Thanks
Thread moved
FNSM

You can use TowelRoot for your phone

[Q] rooting samsung galaxy s5 plus (g901f)

Hello everyone,
I'm dutch, so my english may not be that good, but I try.
I have decided to root my samsung galaxy s5 plus, but I have very little to no skills about rooting. I do know the good and bad things about rooting, but I am not sure if I found the right "root".
The main problem is the buildnumber. My full buildnumber is KTU84P.G901FXXU1ANK5 but I have seen a root with almost the same buildnumber, but than it ends with "ANH6" instead of "ANK5".
My question is: Can you use another buildnumber or will it brick my Phone if the buildnumber is different?
Just in case, I add a view more details of my Phone:
- Modelnumber: SM-G901F
- Andoid version: 4.4.4
- Baseband version: G901FXXU1ANH6
I did search for this question, but I have only seen a question about a installing ROM's, but I only need/want root permission, without costum ROM's (for now). So I hope someone can aswer my question.
Thanks in advance.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=55554363
here you go, it works for you and also stock lollipop!

ad0dh67 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=55554363
here you go, it works for you and also stock lollipop!
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Thanks a lot for helping me.
I will try it A.S.A.P.

How can i root my S3 Neo.

Hello everyone,
I´m here to see if anyone can help me root my S3 Neo. I saw some posts here and on other foruns, but none with the same build and baseband version. I haven´t tried any of the methosd i saw because i was afraid of bricking my phone.
Model:GT-I9301I
Android Version: 4.4.2
Baseband Version: I9301IXXUAPG1
Build number: KOT49H.I9301IXXSAPG5
Thanks in advance for any kind of help.
Have a nice day

Well you should now...do not try to root it with programs like king root or so....just use odin...is the best option

Yes it is possible...you have to flash cwm recovery and google "root.zip" ..wach some videos and you will see...it's eazy

Help with an old S5

I recently found my old S5. It has the Toshiba eMMC, so the bootloader is still locked.
Some info about it:
Android version - 5.0
Baseband - G900VVRU2BOK3
Kernel - 3.4.0
Build - AllianceROM_VZW_V10_G900V_XXU1BOH$
SE - Enforcing
KNOX - 2.3
What can I do with this device? Should I update the ROM to something different? Should I just wipe it and go back to stock? Not sure if I want to use it, or just sell it.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

You can update it to MM if you like

farhanptcl1194 said:
You can update it to MM if you like
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Do you have any experience with running marshmallow on the s5? Wondering if it would be worth it, or if it's too buggy.

Yes i am using marshmallow working great.