Root SM-A500FU [HELP NEEDED] - Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot

So, I was searching how to root my phone, and I founds some articles, but they aren't the build version of my phone. I can't install the newer firmware, because It's not available in my carrier's version.
My phone's build number is: LRX22G.A500FUXXU1BOL1
and my carrier is Hungary Vodafone.
I am using Android 5.0.2, the latest I can get.
Can someone tell me a method to root my phone, keeping my current firmware? Any help is appreciated!

glorantq said:
So, I was searching how to root my phone, and I founds some articles, but they aren't the build version of my phone. I can't install the newer firmware, because It's not available in my carrier's version.
My phone's build number is: LRX22G.A500FUXXU1BOL1
and my carrier is Hungary Vodafone.
I am using Android 5.0.2, the latest I can get.
Can someone tell me a method to root my phone, keeping my current firmware? Any help is appreciated!
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Look for TWRP 3.0.2-1 in the development section.

ashyx said:
Look for TWRP 3.0.2-1 in the development section.
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Is it only a recovery? I don't get it. If I install it, will I have root access, or how can I continue from there?

glorantq said:
Is it only a recovery? I don't get it. If I install it, will I have root access, or how can I continue from there?
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You flash the latest supersu with twrp and you will have root. It even explains it in the thread.
You should be making a full backup with TWRP before modifying your device anyway.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3360802

ashyx said:
Look for TWRP 3.0.2-1 in the development section.
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ashyx said:
You flash the latest supersu with twrp and you will have root. It even explains it in the thread.
You should be making a full backup with TWRP before modifying your device anyway.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3360802
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Okay I just want it for sure. I already bricked a phone by my stupidity.. lol. Guess I have to try it

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New Update for XT926 ?

This afternoon I received a notification of a system update for my XT926 anyone else receive it or know what it is. Here is my current version
183.46.10 Verizon XT926
4.4.2
Build KDA20.6210.1
Fri May 2 02:41:20 2014
robdec17 said:
This afternoon I received a notification of a system update for my XT926 anyone else receive it or know what it is. Here is my current version
183.46.10 Verizon XT926
4.4.2
Build KDA20.6210.1
Fri May 2 02:41:20 2014
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It has a notification for me too. Standing by to see what's up. I have my phone pretty much how I want it and don't want to lose root.
robdec17 said:
This afternoon I received a notification of a system update for my XT926 anyone else receive it or know what it is. Here is my current version
183.46.10 Verizon XT926
4.4.2
Build KDA20.6210.1
Fri May 2 02:41:20 2014
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I received an update on my Razr Maxx HD. Mine is now:
183.46.15.XT926
4.4.2
Build KDA20.62-15.1
July 29 08:29:01 2014
RNB32 said:
It has a notification for me too. Standing by to see what's up. I have my phone pretty much how I want it and don't want to lose root.
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Same here. Want to keep root
I just tried installing the update and am now in a bootloop..... It will load up to home screen, then restart again. Anyone else have this issue?
robdec17 said:
Same here. Want to keep root
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if you guys are unlocked you can just reflash supersu after the update to root
and if youre not unlocked, well youre screwed
Im unlocked
robdec17 said:
Im unlocked
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so all you need to do is flash the stock recovery and install the update if your using something like twrp or cwm if not you are good
billycar11 said:
so all you need to do is flash the stock recovery and install the update if your using something like twrp or cwm if not you are good
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I assume I should unroot and turn off xposed then?
MarcusWhite said:
I assume I should unroot and turn off xposed then?
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i did not, im up and running right now with this new update got root and just reflashed twrp
billycar11 said:
i did not, im up and running right now with this new update got root and just reflashed twrp
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I'm noticing on other forums people that claim root is retained, did you have to reflash su or was it retained? Sorry for 20 questions... Just really cautious.
MarcusWhite said:
I'm noticing on other forums people that claim root is retained, did you have to reflash su or was it retained? Sorry for 20 questions... Just really cautious.
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i did not even check just side loaded it right after the update after reflashing twrp
OK. I updated, root was retained. No need to side load it back. I didn't remove xposed first, I DID however turn off the modules. Everything is fine, turned mods back on and rebooted, still fine.
182.46.15.XT926.Verizon.en.US
billycar11 said:
so all you need to do is flash the stock recovery and install the update if your using something like twrp or cwm if not you are good
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Where can I get a copy of the stock recovery. I have twrp installed
robdec17 said:
Where can I get a copy of the stock recovery. I have twrp installed
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2752777 thats why i made that thread just flash the one that matches your jellybean version
billycar11 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2752777 thats why i made that thread just flash the one that matches your jellybean version
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Im on KitKat
robdec17 said:
Im on KitKat
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read the thread it is kitkat recovery's but the naming scheme by moto is to use the name of the previous version
billycar11 said:
read the thread it is kitkat recovery's but the naming scheme by moto is to use the name of the previous version
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I read both pages an no where does it tell you if your already on Kitkat which ones to download . Sorry I guess I dont get it...
"the filename represents the version they're ON now (the version the file applies TO) rather than what it's updating TO."
robdec17 said:
I read both pages an no where does it tell you if your already on Kitkat which ones to download . Sorry I guess I dont get it...
"the filename represents the version they're ON now (the version the file applies TO) rather than what it's updating TO."
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i updated the op now checknow, it was from before there were multiple patches to kitkat

Do i have to get my Stock Android updates myself now S5 is unlocked?Phone is rooted.

Hi
SM-G900F
Sorry but im still a bit of a noob with phones so bare with me.
I use to be with EE network but have now had my phone unlocked and using on another network. I have also rooted my S5 so can not update via settings and software update as get error "the OS on your system has been modified"
I know i can put a custom rom on but just out of interest, can i stick on any stock network rom onto my S5 as i see that Vodafone are the first to have released marshmallow update for there sold S5.
Have hooked my phone up to laptop and ran Samsung kies 3 and it says i have the latest update even though im still on lollypop.
Do i have to unroot my phone before i can get marshmallow update?
Cheers
Flash this with ODIN
Code:
https://mega.nz/#!SMRlERrY!oeOX8W_4tbQbArTN-LzTKWJ1xi_8LLrN_ZoSg-Dzs1Q
6.0.1 for G900F (United Kingdom)
Will trip KNOX
*Detection* said:
Flash this with ODIN
Code:
https://mega.nz/#!SMRlERrY!oeOX8W_4tbQbArTN-LzTKWJ1xi_8LLrN_ZoSg-Dzs1Q
6.0.1 for G900F (United Kingdom)
Will trip KNOX
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Thanks, im guessing this will wipe my phone and not just an update it to 6?
malice19 said:
Thanks, im guessing this will wipe my phone and not just an update it to 6?
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No, ODIN doesn't wipe the phone, it just upgrades it, it will remove anything custom like root or recovery though
*Detection* said:
No, ODIN doesn't wipe the phone, it just upgrades it, it will remove anything custom like root or recovery though
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Cheers, is there anyway of putting root access back along with CWM recovery once i have updated marshmallow? :fingers-crossed:
malice19 said:
Cheers, is there anyway of putting root access back along with CWM recovery once i have updated marshmallow? :fingers-crossed:
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Yep, but use TWRP 3.0.0.0 recovery with ODIN instead (Much more powerful too)
Then flash SuperSU 2.71 beta from TWRP
*Detection* said:
Yep, but use TWRP 3.0.0.0 recovery with ODIN instead (Much more powerful too)
Then flash SuperSU 2.71 beta from TWRP
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Thanks for the advise.
I managed to find some time to have a play and have successfully upgraded to Marshmallow :good:
Next step installing TWRP as you recommended, can you point me in the right direct where to download the correct version of TWRP for my S5 as only seem to be finding S4 version or for kitkat?
Also do i need to make sure its rooted before i do this?
Cheers for all your help so far
malice19 said:
Thanks for the advise.
I managed to find some time to have a play and have successfully upgraded to Marshmallow :good:
Next step installing TWRP as you recommended, can you point me in the right direct where to download the correct version of TWRP for my S5 as only seem to be finding S4 version or for kitkat?
Also do i need to make sure its rooted before i do this?
Cheers for all your help so far
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Managed to figure it out
Rooted it with this CF-Auto-Root-klte-kltexx-smg900f.zip
http://download.chainfire.eu/397/CF-Root1/CF-Auto-Root-klte-kltexx-smg900f.zip?retrieve_file=1
Then installed TWRP from here
https://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxys5qualcomm.html
Happy days with Marshmallow, TWRP Recovery and rooted
malice19 said:
Managed to figure it out
Rooted it with this CF-Auto-Root-klte-kltexx-smg900f.zip
http://download.chainfire.eu/397/CF-Root1/CF-Auto-Root-klte-kltexx-smg900f.zip?retrieve_file=1
Then installed TWRP from here
https://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxys5qualcomm.html
Happy days with Marshmallow, TWRP Recovery and rooted
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Nice job, I get my TWRP from here
https://dl.twrp.me/klte/
.tar version and flash with ODIN
3.0.0.0 seems to be the last stable version atm, not sure if the newer ones are bug free yet
That root you used might cause problems, the 2.71 beta systemless is the one for MM ROMs atm, the others either don't work fully or overheat the phone with constant high CPU usage
If you have problems, flash this one from TWRP
http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/2014-09-02-supersu-v2-05-t2868133
malice19 said:
Thanks for the advise.
I managed to find some time to have a play and have successfully upgraded to Marshmallow :good:
Next step installing TWRP as you recommended, can you point me in the right direct where to download the correct version of TWRP for my S5 as only seem to be finding S4 version or for kitkat?
Also do i need to make sure its rooted before i do this?
Cheers for all your help so far
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*Detection* said:
Nice job, I get my TWRP from here
https://dl.twrp.me/klte/
.tar version and flash with ODIN
3.0.0.0 seems to be the last stable version atm, not sure if the newer ones are bug free yet
That root you used might cause problems, the 2.71 beta systemless is the one for MM ROMs atm, the others either don't work fully or overheat the phone with constant high CPU usage
If you have problems, flash this one from TWRP
http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/2014-09-02-supersu-v2-05-t2868133
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I have one word for you = LEGEND
Thanks for the heads up and instant replies now using beta version, you are a credit to this forum. Cheers mate.
malice19 said:
I have one word for you = LEGEND
Thanks for the heads up and instant replies now using beta version, you are a credit to this forum. Cheers mate.
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No probs

How to update to 6.0 ?

Hello,
I'm currently on Stock 5.0.1 rooted w/ TWRP.
Can someone explain to me hoy can I update to Marshmallow? When I look for updates in the phone nothing happens.
Thanks
zuperpailon said:
Hello,
I'm currently on Stock 5.0.1 rooted w/ TWRP.
Can someone explain to me hoy can I update to Marshmallow? When I look for updates in the phone nothing happens.
Thanks
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Hi,
I have the same question. I have version GRA-L09V100R001C432B111 (Portugal)
I've root access and TWRP.
Whats the way to MM?
Thank you.
JoHeet said:
Hi,
I have the same question. I have version GRA-L09V100R001C432B111 (Portugal)
I've root access and TWRP.
Whats the way to MM?
Thank you.
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I believe you have to go back to the stock recovery, unroot, and THEN update to MM... but I'm not sure how.
zuperpailon said:
I believe you have to go back to the stock recovery, unroot, and THEN update to MM... but I'm not sure how.
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You are right.
erayrafet said:
You are right.
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Do you know where can I find the stock recovery for 5.0.1? (B190)
zuperpailon said:
Do you know where can I find the stock recovery for 5.0.1? (B190)
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Sorry
I can't find it but before that you need to update to B200 and then to Marshmallow
You can install B200 via fastboot also
erayrafet said:
Sorry
I can't find it but before that you need to update to B200 and then to Marshmallow
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Good to know.
One more question. If I go back to stock recovery and unroot, I should be able to fine the OTA update via the EMUI's updater? (whatever version it is)
zuperpailon said:
Good to know.
One more question. If I go back to stock recovery and unroot, I should be able to fine the OTA update via the EMUI's updater? (whatever version it is)
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After restoring the stock recovery reinstall your current OS and then you should be able to update via the updater app or by the dload method
zuperpailon said:
Do you know where can I find the stock recovery for 5.0.1? (B190)
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What is your full build version - GRA-xxxCxxxB190?
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Btw, another way to update in your situation without losing root, is by using an all-in-one tool like FlashFire:
How to Install an Android OTA Update Without Losing Root with FlashFire
Main XDA FlashFire thread: [Android 4.2+][ROOT][2016.09.19] FlashFire v0.53
erayrafet said:
After restoring the stock recovery reinstall your current OS and then you should be able to update via the updater app or by the dload method
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What to you mean by reinstalling the OS?
GaT7 said:
What is your full build version - GRA-xxxCxxxB190?
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Btw, another way to update in your situation without losing root, is by using an all-in-one tool like FlashFire:
How to Install an Android OTA Update Without Losing Root with FlashFire
Main XDA FlashFire thread: [Android 4.2+][ROOT][2016.09.19] FlashFire v0.53
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Thanks, will give it a look.
EDIT: My OTA update doesn't even show up, so I'm not sure if FlashFire can help me.
The full build is GRA-L09C469B190
Ok, before going any further, I strongly recommend making a nandroid backup using TWRP & also transferring a copy of the backup to another device, like a PC/laptop if possible...
How to Back Up and Restore Your Android Phone with TWRP
How to Copy TWRP Android Backups to Your PC for Safe Keeping
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If you have the Huawei HiCare installed, does it offer any updates when you check via it? If not, install it & check in both these places in the app:
HiCare app > Me tab > Check for updates
HiCare app > Service tab > OS Upgrade Early Adopters
zuperpailon said:
Thanks, will give it a look.
EDIT: My OTA update doesn't even show up, so I'm not sure if FlashFire can help me.
The full build is GRA-L09C469B190
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You should only apply updates with the same Cxxx as yours.I thought that you have C432 from the other guy's post so I'm sorry.
And I've found B210 with C469 so you can update to this first with extracting the recovery from it with Huawei Update Extractor and flashing via fastboot and then updating via dload but i don't know if there's EMUI 4.0 for C469.
Huawei update extractor
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2433454&page=1
You can search with this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tools/general/huawei-firmware-finder-team-mt-t3469146/page1
Here is B210 firmware for C469
http://consumer.huawei.com/jm/support/products/downloads/huawei-p8-jm.htm
erayrafet said:
You should only apply updates with the same Cxxx as yours.I thought that you have C432 from the other guy's post so I'm sorry.
And I've found B210 with C469 so you can update to this first with extracting the recovery from it with Huawei Update Extractor and flashing via fastboot and then updating via fload but i don't know if there's EMUI 4.0 for C469.
Huawei update extractor
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2433454&page=1
You can search with this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tools/general/huawei-firmware-finder-team-mt-t3469146/page1
Here is B210 firmware for C469
http://consumer.huawei.com/jm/support/products/downloads/huawei-p8-jm.htm
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Thanks a lot, I will give it a try
erayrafet said:
You should only apply updates with the same Cxxx as yours.
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Hi,
What happens if you update with the wrong Cxxx?
I just got a used p8 that's got GRA-L09C02B191 on it. I'd like to update it to Android6 before starting to screw around with custom ROMs. I've got FirmwareFinder running, and it's already found 200+ options, none of which appears to be C02, despite that being my range setting. Is my model unupdateable?
TIA!
-Nikki
nikkiscores said:
Hi,
What happens if you update with the wrong Cxxx?
I just got a used p8 that's got GRA-L09C02B191 on it. I'd like to update it to Android6 before starting to screw around with custom ROMs. I've got FirmwareFinder running, and it's already found 200+ options, none of which appears to be C02, despite that being my range setting. Is my model unupdateable?
TIA!
-Nikki
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You will get C900 and won't be able to get OTA updates, themes may not work and Android pay.
zuperpailon said:
The full build is GRA-L09C469B190
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If OTA method doesn't work, here are the available firmwares for your phone at Huawei (including Android 6).
erayrafet said:
You will get C900 and won't be able to get OTA updates, themes may not work and Android pay.
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Thanks for the lightning fast reply!
That's not so bad, I don't care about themes, don't use Android Pay, and doing the updates manually isn't a huge pain. Is there anything else that I lose? Presumably I'll be able to roll back to gra-l09c02b191 to restore full functionality?
So can I then just go directly for the latest firmware, which I guess is B370?
Thanks!
-Nikki
nikkiscores said:
So can I then just go directly for the latest firmware, which I guess is B370?
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Please note the link to Huawei firmware is for zuperpailon only.
Which country is your phone from & does it have any network branding?
GaT7 said:
Please note the link to Huawei firmware is for zuperpailon only.
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I was referring to this thread.
GaT7 said:
Which country is your phone from & does it have any network branding?
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I bought it used, in Germany, just yesterday. It has Vodafone branding on boot screen, but not device itself, and I uninstalled/disabled all Vodafone apps.
*#*#2846579#*#* gives me
Hardware version: GRACE_UL_VN1
Cust Version: CVersion:C02 DVersion276
Vendor Country Info: Vendor: vodafone Country: de
if you need any other info, let me know!

SM-G900V need help to root

Hello
im trying to root SM-G900V
current firmware G900VVRU1BOC4
i really tried almost everything i find on internet but failing all the time.
tried with kingroot
tried with cf-auto
tried to TWRP with odin
tried to burn FW G900VVRU2BPB1
help will be appropriated
do-d said:
Hello
im trying to root SM-G900V
current firmware G900VVRU1BOC4
i really tried almost everything i find on internet but failing all the time.
tried with kingroot
tried with cf-auto
tried to TWRP with odin
tried to burn FW G900VVRU2BPB1
help will be appropriated
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Follow this guide for rooting your SM-G900V. https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/development/rom-t3855148
HolyHog said:
Follow this guide for rooting your SM-G900V. https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/development/rom-t3855148
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thank you very much
i follow the steps and rooted the phone successfully ,
in the process adb complain about version not compatible , i just downloaded adb.exe and replaced it and it worked nice.
my only problem is that this method upgraded the ROM to android 6
i really need to stay on android 5
any idea ?
do-d said:
thank you very much
i follow the steps and rooted the phone successfully ,
in the process adb complain about version not compatible , i just downloaded adb.exe and replaced it and it worked nice.
my only problem is that this method upgraded the ROM to android 6
i really need to stay on android 5
any idea ?
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Can you answer these questions:
Is your boot loader unlocked now?
Do you want a stock version of 5 or an after market version. If you have an unlocked boot loader do you want CyanogenMod 12 or a variation of it?
Why did you root your phone?
HolyHog said:
Can you answer these questions:
Is your boot loader unlocked now?
Do you want a stock version of 5 or an after market version. If you have an unlocked boot loader do you want CyanogenMod 12 or a variation of it?
Why did you root your phone?
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i flushed G900VVRU2BPB1 because i got the impression that it will be possible to root it with cf-auto-root
so now bootloader is locked again.
i do want stock version
i need to test specific app on s5 Lollipop
do-d said:
i flushed G900VVRU2BPB1 because i got the impression that it will be possible to root it with cf-auto-root
so now bootloader is locked again.
i do want stock version
i need to test specific app on s5 Lollipop
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If you want to go back to stock, go here..... https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...rmware-pit-verizon-samsung-galaxy-s5-t3757416 and download whatever version you want and flash it with Odin per the instructions on that page.
HolyHog said:
If you want to go back to stock, go here..... https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...rmware-pit-verizon-samsung-galaxy-s5-t3757416 and download whatever version you want and flash it with Odin per the instructions on that page.
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so there is no option to root SM-G900V lollipop ?
do-d said:
so there is no option to root SM-G900V lollipop ?
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You can root any ROM with TWRP & Magisk. You just need an unlocked boot loader to get started with.
If you don't want to or can't unlock your boot loader go here. https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...oot-method-t3561529/post71147687#post71147687
and click the box below the "If your eMMC CID starts with "11," start here:" statement.

Upgrade G5 Plus

Hi I have a G5+ US version phone. I have TWRP and Magisk installed. I want to upgrade to the latest OTA. Where can I get the OTA, and what is the procedure with an unlocked and rooted phone? See screen shots of about phone.
TIA
Droid_Nut said:
Hi I have a G5+ US version phone. I have TWRP and Magisk installed. I want to upgrade to the latest OTA. Where can I get the OTA, and what is the procedure with an unlocked and rooted phone? See screen shots of about phone.
TIA
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You need to flash the firmware to update the device if you update it's with root then the device will hard brick, so you need to flash the whole firmware so you can upgrade the device.
riyan65 said:
You need to flash the firmware to update the device if you update it's with root then the device will hard brick, so you need to flash the whole firmware so you can upgrade the device.
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Can I remove root, and update it with an OTA, of does the unlocked bootloader cause a problem as well?
Do you know where I can get the firmware?
Droid_Nut said:
Can I remove root, and update it with an OTA, of does the unlocked bootloader cause a problem as well?
Do you know where I can get the firmware?
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You need to unmodified all things which you have installed,such as root, module's,etc. To flash the ota if there any modifications, then there are changes of brick. So suggest you to flash the firmware. And if you want data then use LMSA and make a backup and restore after upgrading it.
I think I am just going to do a custom rom instead.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g5...o-twrp-flashable-stock-builds-coming-t3830482
Droid_Nut said:
I think I am just going to do a custom rom instead.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g5...o-twrp-flashable-stock-builds-coming-t3830482
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Oreo is flashed, done, not messing around, thanks for your input. Used the NZedPred ROM, looks like stock and all my data was untouched.
Droid_Nut said:
Oreo is flashed, done, not messing around, thanks for your input. Used the NZedPred ROM, looks like stock and all my data was untouched.
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It doesn't look like stock, it is.
Wolfcity said:
It doesn't look like stock, it is.
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Better yet! :laugh:

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