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[HOW TO] Get Wallpaper on Custom Launcher

EDIT: This post applies to Fire OS 4.5.n. Beginning with OS 5, Lollipop, we're able to put wallpaper on custom launchers.
This method lets you use any image for wallpaper and works with most launchers. If it doesn't work with yours and you really, really want wallpaper, try a different launcher.
This requires root and does not apply to the stock Fire launcher. You can't put wallpaper on that.
Requirements
Root
Xposed framework v. 2.6.1 from here. (Look under Show older versions for 2.6.1. Don't use experimental 2.7)
Gran PC's KindleBG module here
A file explorer to install Xposed and KindleBG
QuickPic app from the Play Store
Instructions
Install and open Xposed. Choose the Framework option and press Install/Update. Tap Reboot and say Yes at "Are you sure?" [Fire reboots].
Install KindleBG.
Run Xposed and choose Modules. Tick the KindleLockBG box. Go back to the Framework screen and reboot.
Run QuickPic and choose the image you want for wallpaper.
Open the QuickPic menu, choose Set as, and then QuickPic wallpaper.
Crop the image the way you want it and press the checkmark at top of screen.
Linker Warning with Shell Commands
With Xposed installed, Android displays a linker warning with the commands we use to block/unblock system apps. You can safely ignore this. Xposed does not cause a memory leak and, at least with the the KindleBG module, does not pose any security risk.

is this for the fire HD6 and HD7. I've heard reports of bricks due to exposed on these devices

powerpoint45 said:
is this for the fire HD6 and HD7. I've heard reports of bricks due to exposed on these devices
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Yes, Fire HDs. I've been using Xposed on my Fire HD 7 for several days without problem. BUT FWIW, I did not install SuperSU.
EDIT: Installed SuperSU yesterday and np with Xposed through lots of boots and messing around.

DoLooper said:
Yes, Fire HDs. I've been using Xposed on my Fire HD 7 for several days without problem. BUT FWIW, I did not install SuperSU. Still using Kingroot. If you think Xposed with SuperSU is a problem, I'll edit OP.
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DoLooper, would you care to do a detailed report on what you tried with Xposed that worked besides the wall paper? I'd like to try it, but the bricking reports scare me for now, since I don't understand fully what Xposed does.

bibikalka said:
DoLooper, would you care to do a detailed report on what you tried with Xposed that worked besides the wall paper?
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Hey bibikalka, so far I've only done the steps I wrote--installed Xposed, the BG module and also Gran PCs module to block OTA updates. Today, I uninstalled Xposed and installed superSU, reinstalled Xposed and modules--just to make sure the SU didn't have an effect.
Better question might be what I haven't done, which is mess with any system apps or other internals. Did use JMZ's great tool to install gapps, but don't think that should matter.
Anyway, will install Gravity Box later (one of the more fun xposed modules) and keep you posted.

powerpoint45 said:
is this for the fire HD6 and HD7. I've heard reports of bricks due to exposed on these devices
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So I scoured the Fire HD 6/7 forums for posts of bootloops/bricks caused by Xposed and everything comes back to just one post. This from @Drew123abc123 where he says:
I installed a custom boot animation, did a few system modifications and everything was working fine. But then, the next day (today) I tried to install Xposed and rebooted and got a bootloop.
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I wouldn't wish unrecoverable bootloop on anyone, but wonder what were those mods? Did he reboot after? Did he install the xposed 2.7 (experimental) or any "unusual" modules? But that said, Xposed can put devices into bootloops--see "In case you get into a bootloop"--so I understand people being reluctant.
Only know that Xposed with the BG module is working fine on my "pretty clean" rooted HD 7--and I've got wallpaper!

DoLooper said:
So I scoured the Fire HD 6/7 forums for posts of bootloops/bricks caused by Xposed and everything comes back to just one post. This from @Drew123abc123 where he says:
I wouldn't wish unrecoverable bootloop on anyone, but wonder what were those mods? Did he reboot after? Did he install the xposed 2.7 (experimental) or any "unusual" modules? But that said, Xposed can put devices into bootloops--see "In case you get into a bootloop"--so I understand people being reluctant.
Only know that Xposed with the BG module is working fine on my "pretty clean" rooted HD 7--and I've got wallpaper!
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Ah ok then I think this should be just fine. Too bad I lost root /:

With Nova Launcher you Doesnt need QuickPic

That's fine. This is for anyone who can't get wallpaper

Just a little bump for others who need this now.

When I try to install the Xposed Framework I get an error saying "Failed to get root access."
I just upgraded to 4.5.4 via instructions here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-hd/general/how-to-upgrade-to-4-5-4-twrp-root-t3141648
I believe I am rooted (Titanium Backup says so) but I do not see the Superuser app in my app drawer?
Edit - Just installed Superuser from the Play Store and that fixed it!

is there a way to modify the lock screen images using this process?

No. They can't be changed.

Prior to this build, changing lockscreen was not a problem..Did they remove the feature in 5.2.2u2

coolguy2488 said:
Prior to this build, changing lockscreen was not a problem..Did they remove the feature in 5.2.2u2
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You can still block ads and get Amazon's wallpapers, but you can't put your own images on lockscreen, which I thought the OP was asking about. Vaguely remember you could use own image in Developer's Preview, which was much more AOSP. 5.2.2u2 is all Amazon all the time again.

DoLooper said:
You can still block ads and get Amazon's wallpapers, but you can't put your own images on lockscreen, which I thought the OP was asking about. Vaguely remember you could use own image in Developer's Preview, which was much more AOSP. 5.2.2u2 is all Amazon all the time again.
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Yes I had a custom wallpaper on my lockscreen in Developer's Preview. I have since bricked that one and putting it back on there would be my last step to my new refurb. I could even rename my tablet which is greyed out now on 5.1.1.
Is it possible to downgrade back to Developer's Preview?

I would ask bibikalka in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-hd/general/how-to-upgrade-to-lollipop-root-gapps-t3163950

Xposed for Samsung Galaxy J3

Hey! So recently I got a Samsung Galaxy J3 and was wondering if it was possible to get Xposed on it? Flashing a Zip is not an option, by the way.

Hey man, I'm right there with you, I want to know as well. I hope this thread gets more attention! I got this phone recently myself and am so far very sad at the lack of ability to do things with it root-wise, such as getting root to frickin stick and getting things like Xposed installed (with-out boot looping your device....).

Hi,
If you're on 5.0.x, flash Xposed by arter97.
If you're on 5.1.x, flash Xposed by wanam.
Find both on Xposed General thread.
Sent from my ASUS_Z00AD

krasCGQ said:
Hi,
If you're on 5.0.x, flash Xposed by arter97.
If you're on 5.1.x, flash Xposed by wanam.
Find both on Xposed General thread.
Sent from my ASUS_Z00AD
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The problem is that I don't have custom recovery either, and I'm not yet experienced enough to know how to flash something like xposed without it, without bootlooping. I actually already have the xposed you're talking about, wanam is what I need since im on 5.1, so if someone guides me on how to flash it or at least points me in the right direction, maybe that'd help.
Also as a side question, somewhat related to this, anyone know what I should do about custom recovery? There are models close to mine but not the exact same that are covered by TWRP or CWMR, but I've been very strongly advised against such a course of action.

darknaio said:
The problem is that I don't have custom recovery either, and I'm not yet experienced enough to know how to flash something like xposed without it, without bootlooping. I actually already have the xposed you're talking about, wanam is what I need since im on 5.1, so if someone guides me on how to flash it or at least points me in the right direction, maybe that'd help.
Also as a side question, somewhat related to this, anyone know what I should do about custom recovery? There are models close to mine but not the exact same that are covered by TWRP or CWMR, but I've been very strongly advised against such a course of action.
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I'd recommend TWRP, actually. If your device doesn't have a custom recovery developed, it could be a pain. Just hoping if someone could develop it one for your device.
Sent from my ASUS_Z00AD

krasCGQ said:
I'd recommend TWRP, actually. If your device doesn't have a custom recovery developed, it could be a pain. Just hoping if someone could develop it one for your device.
Sent from my ASUS_Z00AD
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I would agree with you, as I had TWRP on my last phone and liked it quite a bit. I just don't know which phone's TWRP to try and how to try and flash it on there. Do I do it through Odin? Theres (if I recall correctly) a TWRP for the Samsung Galaxy J2 and J5, on either side of my J3 (Which it's so odd that the newer phone came out with a "series" number in the middle like that). Which would you suggest I do, J2 or J5, or neither?

darknaio said:
Hey man, I'm right there with you, I want to know as well. I hope this thread gets more attention! I got this phone recently myself and am so far very sad at the lack of ability to do things with it root-wise, such as getting root to frickin stick and getting things like Xposed installed (with-out boot looping your device....).
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Me being dumb, I tried manually installing the required files for Xposed a few weeks ago and it bricked immediately. So I had to get a replacement. I'm not sure if it's because I did it wrong but based on that I don't think we'll ever be able to install Xposed which really sucks. Coming from my previous phone which had a lot of tweaks from xposed it just feels weird using a normal phone.

darknaio said:
am so far very sad at the lack of ability to do things with it root-wise, such as getting root to frickin stick
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I know what you mean. Every time I restart my phone I have to re-root it if I want to do something with it. Luckily I don't really need root on this phone. Mainly because of the lack of things you can do with it. Hoping to see something come out of this though

EqiiKxDude said:
Me being dumb, I tried manually installing the required files for Xposed a few weeks ago and it bricked immediately. So I had to get a replacement. I'm not sure if it's because I did it wrong but based on that I don't think we'll ever be able to install Xposed which really sucks. Coming from my previous phone which had a lot of tweaks from xposed it just feels weird using a normal phone.
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I know exactly what you both mean. My previous crappy phone had loads of things from xposed on there that I missed. However the good news I guess is since I don't need certain UI tweaks because I'm satisfied with what this phone comes with I'm not missing out on too much. And thus far every time I get bootloop I just use Odin to flash a copy of the original firmware and somehow it doesn't reset everything so I can still keep trying without losing all my apps. Just haven't found anything that sticks. Maybe one of us should try a custom recovery from a different Samsung Galaxy J Series like the 2 or 5.

darknaio said:
I know exactly what you both mean. My previous crappy phone had loads of things from xposed on there that I missed. However the good news I guess is since I don't need certain UI tweaks because I'm satisfied with what this phone comes with I'm not missing out on too much. And thus far every time I get bootloop I just use Odin to flash a copy of the original firmware and somehow it doesn't reset everything so I can still keep trying without losing all my apps. Just haven't found anything that sticks. Maybe one of us should try a custom recovery from a different Samsung Galaxy J Series like the 2 or 5.
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Yeah I mainly used Xposed on my previous phone to make it look more like Lollipop but since this phone comes with it I don't need it as much. And I didn't know you were able to unbrick this phone? I would have saved about $40 if I knew that ? well then yeah we should probably try one of them. I think we should go with the newest one though

Thats what I was thinking, but I don't know which J series came out before the J3 this year or I'd try that one. And yep, luckily able to unbrick it thanks to Odin. Actually unbricked it from even worse than a boot loop, I accidentally destroyed my recovery somehow so I couldn't even boot into that and do a factory reset, but thankfully Odin's separate from the recovery so it still worked. End of the day if you can at least get your phone recognized by your computer and can flash something onto it, flashing stock = unbrick (usually).

I own the J3 also. Have gained temp root via king root so I could debloat the system. We need a cf auto root option. Our device is 5.1.1 and I think the kernel has to be modified for true root. Then development can start. As for xposed,you need full root for that to work properly. I suggest to you all to get a copy of the device firmware,install odin on pc so you can reinstall firmware if you decide to use temp root and end up boot looped after debloating to much or making other potentially harmful changes.

Curtis1973 said:
I own the J3 also. Have gained temp root via king root so I could debloat the system. We need a cf auto root option. Our device is 5.1.1 and I think the kernel has to be modified for true root. Then development can start. As for xposed,you need full root for that to work properly. I suggest to you all to get a copy of the device firmware,install odin on pc so you can reinstall firmware if you decide to use temp root and end up boot looped after debloating to much or making other potentially harmful changes.
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I have the same thing, temp root that's lost when I reboot. I've already had to go the Odin route with the original firmware so I've got my backup covered. I'm also working with the dev behind Super Sume and he thinks he has the issue resolved, if not he's going to teamview with me to try and get past this. If we manage to solve the problem I'll post the results and subsequent steps here. Hopefully this will lead to root sticking through reboot. If so then at minimum may be able to solve -some- of the problems. Though I don't know if this will fix Xposed not working, as it always caused me to boot-loop in the past (only solved by going into TWRP and rebooting from there) and even if root sticks the only way to flash Xposed according to current theories is to do so from custom recovery, which I haven't found one for this device yet.
Have you been able to get a custom recovery on your J3? If so that would be the other key part to solving a lot of these problems. If I get the Super Sume to work and someone else can manage to get a custom recovery working, maybe that'll be the start of this device's support here =D.

No but I believe by repacking an edited firnware you can add xposed that way.

Curtis1973 said:
No but I believe by repacking an edited firnware you can add xposed that way.
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Unfortunately I wouldn't know the first thing about editing a firmware, much less be able to add Xposed lol. Could that be a way to manually add custom recovery? Or are we still dependent on someone making a version compatible with this phone?

will need a custom recovery built for the device. with proper root you could then use flashify to install it to the device. root opens the door for everything. temp root will never get much except ability to debloat the device.
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i reached out to chainfire in hopes of cf auto root for the j3. but have not heard back. but does not mean i wont. will see. otherwise i will keep on trying what i can.

Quick question. Has anyone updated their J3 yet? I keep getting a notification for a Software update, is it safe?

EqiiKxDude said:
Quick question. Has anyone updated their J3 yet? I keep getting a notification for a Software update, is it safe?
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Ive been seeing that too and ignoring/swiping it away. Not sure what it is though.

my system is edited so im not getting update pushes. probably nothing significant.

Curtis1973 said:
my system is edited so im not getting update pushes. probably nothing significant.
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Your J3 is modified? Temp root, or something else?

Root Xperia Z2 Tablet (All Models/Regions) on 5.1.1 build 23.4.B.0.319 in 3 Steps

Hello everyone,
I've noticed that there hasn't been any threads about rooting the Xperia Z2 Tablet on lollipop. Most threads have discussed how to root the device on 4.4.4 and to create an update image to maintain your root whilst updating to 5.0+.
I've scoured the interwebs and found nothing so I'll make it easy for those whom don't know how to achieve root or don't want to do much work without creating images and such.
First off I'm not responsible for any inconvenience that may come with rooting your device and losing your warranty. I can and will be willing to help out in restoring or answering questions that you may have.
This method uses Kingroot... For those who have a problem with kingroot, it is only used to achieve root and this guide will also be showing you how to remove kingroot and install Supersu with ease. Using the link below download the necessary files: Kingroot V4, Supersume, XZDualRecovery 2.8.26. Place all these files on the root of your devices internal storage/SD card excluding Xdualrecovery as that needs a PC. (If you want to Xposed working I will also supply the files needed for that as well). https://www.mediafire.com/download/wrsajbgw2jr6czt
*Make sure you have unknown sources enabled under Settings>Security>Device administrators as well as Developer Options available and USB debugging enabled. (To enable Developer Options go to Settings>About Tablet>Build Number and click it 10 times).
1. Install NewKingroot.apk and run the application. It will notify you that a root method was found and to try it. It may take up to 2 minutes to achieve root. (If all you wanted was root and are content with kinguser then you're done! :good: if you want Supersu and/or a custom recovery then continue on to step 2!
2. Connect your Tablet to your PC via microUSB. On your PC open and extract the contents of TabZ-lockeddualrecovery2.8.26-RELEASE.combined.zip to your desktop. Now double click install.bat a screen will pop up providing you with options to install xdualrecovery. Choose option 2. Installation on ROM rooted with SuperUser by pressing 2 and enter. The script will run its course and tell you to grant permission on your tablet. Open up your tablet and a kinguser prompt will show asking you to grant or deny permission to ADB (Grant it!!!) afterwards your tablet will reboot on it's own to TWRP. (I advise you to either make a backup of the tablet now or after you install Supersu as insurance in case of any mishaps). Click reboot System.
3.Install Supersume, open the application and run it. It will of course ask to grant it permission (Grant it!!!) it will check the environment (making sure that there isn't any Pokemon nearby that you don't need... Sorry Pokemon Go reference) and it will begin removing kingroot and install Supersu. If you didn't have Supersu installed already great! It'll open up Supersu automatically. Supersu may ask you to update binaries (DO NOT click TWRP as it will reboot and you have to start the process over from step one!!! :crying: Just click Normal and once it says successful you're done! :victory: The next step is optional if you Want Xposed.
*Optional 4. Install XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk. Open your app drawer and open NDR Utils. It will ask for permission (Grant it!!!) now here you may choose your preferred recovery... Philz Touch Recovery,TWRP or Clockwork Mod Recovery. Click Reboot to Primary Recovery (fourth option) once it's rebooted you want to click install>SD>xposed-v85.1-sdk22-arm-by-romracer-20160620.zip and swipe to install. You should get a success when it's finished. Now simply reboot and your apps will be upgrading. Congratulations you now have root with SuperSU and xposed! :victory:
**if you wish to uninstall Xposed simply reboot to recovery and click install>SD>xposed-uninstaller-20151218-arm.zip uninstall the application once it's rebooted and you're good to go!
***if you have a problem with Supersume not working, reinstall Newkingroot.apk and run it again to get root. Then run supersume again (Grant permission!!!) and let it run its magic.
If anyone has issues, has questions or needs help PM and I will do my best to help and answer all your questions. Please don't be discouraged because I'm new here! I will be soon adding a link to a video tutorial on how all these steps can be done!

I have the Verizon 561, will this allow rom upgrade to marshmallow?

chin_bone said:
I have the Verizon 561, will this allow rom upgrade to marshmallow?
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Hi there, I also have SGP561 as well for Verizon. Verizon didn't release Marshmallowfor the device yet unfortunately. ???? still waiting and more then willing to confirm when it does

Just ran on my 5.1.1 z2 and work first time. Great stuff thanks!

creepingcreep said:
Just ran on my 5.1.1 z2 and work first time. Great stuff thanks!
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Glad it worked for you. Just wanted to help people out as I had invested time trying to figure out my own. I didn't like flashing files constantly so tried making easy.

Never had luck with kingoapp and today isnt any different

Thanks so much. I am away for another week but I can not wait to try this. I got a verizon z2 tablet since it seemed to be the cheapest 10 inch tablet. You have breathed new life in to it.
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Am i correct that you don't provide the kingroot.apk?
Which version are you using?

How do you boot into custom recovery from device off? Everytime I try it takes me to the stock recovery
Sent from my SGP561 using XDA-Developers mobile app

ToneLa said:
Never had luck with kingoapp and today isnt any different
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Sorry to hear what version are you using? Use the provided KingRoot in the download link provided

Daimonion1980 said:
Am i correct that you don't provide the kingroot.apk?
Which version are you using?
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No, in the link provided all necessary apps and folders/zips are included. Including KingRoot apk

Cammy253 said:
How do you boot into custom recovery from device off? Everytime I try it takes me to the stock recovery
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Power off device. While device is booting up at the Sony logo hold power and volume down/up (depends on customer recovery) until led flashes green and device vibrates then let go

JediDru said:
Thanks so much. I am away for another week but I can not wait to try this. I got a verizon z2 tablet since it seemed to be the cheapest 10 inch tablet. You have breathed new life in to it.
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That's great news to hear! I picked one up and wanted to root and I did on KitKat but when I upgraded to lollipop I lost root and rooted it the long way... Needed something simpler and couldn't find anything on here. So I wanted to make sure a guide was available to all. Enjoy and let me know how it went

reymund602 said:
Power off device. While device is booting up at the Sony logo hold power and volume down/up (depends on customer recovery) until led flashes green and device vibrates then let go
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Thank you working great
Sent from my SGP561 using XDA-Developers mobile app

If you're talking about your google drive, there is no kingoapp.apk in there
All there is:
- supersume.apk
- tabz-lockeddualrecovery
- xposed uninstaller
- xposed v85.1
- xposed installer

I downloaded the most recent kingroot, which worked on my Verizon sgp561, and then I used your superuser file to change over to su. Seems to work just fine.. I'm on 5.1.1.

I tried the most recent kingroot and it fails.
An old version gave me an error code of 0x162982

ToneLa said:
If you're talking about your google drive, there is no kingoapp.apk in there
All there is:
- supersume.apk
- tabz-lockeddualrecovery
- xposed uninstaller
- xposed v85.1
- xposed installer
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Let me double check and if anything I'll post a link to the apk
Sorry that you're having issues though

bilestoad said:
I downloaded the most recent kingroot, which worked on my Verizon sgp561, and then I used your superuser file to change over to su. Seems to work just fine.. I'm on 5.1.1.
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Thanks for confirming! If you didn't see the KingRoot apk in drive I'll upload the current version!

ToneLa said:
I tried the most recent kingroot and it fails.
An old version gave me an error code of 0x162982
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What is the software version you are having problems with?

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Craz Basics said:
I just rooted my galaxy s7 edge on 6.0.1, and it downloaded the nougat update (OTA). I havn't installed it yet, but I was wondering if I use flashfire, will I still have root and xposed? I'm highly doubting xposed but what about root?
Thanks,
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You wont have root or xposed.

Ah, figures. Thanks a ton for the reply though, I thought nobody was going to.

Craz Basics said:
Ah, figures. Thanks a ton for the reply though, I thought nobody was going to.
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Yea, sadly xposed is not released for nougat yet, so nobody has that.

Ummmm you can root on 7.0 dude. Just update it to 7.0 and then just follow the directions in this thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/how-to/root-method-nougat-t3566978
I can confirm that it is safe to use and works having done it myself, however as for xposed I don't think it's out yet for 7.0 bt I could be misinformed.

TheSproker said:
Yea, sadly xposed is not released for nougat yet, so nobody has that.
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Do you think it will come out soon?

This is the last I heard on it in January
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.xd...he-situation-regarding-xposed-for-nougat/amp/

gurnsey101 said:
Ummmm you can root on 7.0 dude. Just update it to 7.0 and then just follow the directions in this thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/how-to/root-method-nougat-t3566978
I can confirm that it is safe to use and works having done it myself, however as for xposed I don't think it's out yet for 7.0 bt I could be misinformed.
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I am aware, thanks for the reply. I am rooted as well on 7.0 now. How do you deal with the lag? I have the kernel Aduitor app (Sorry, I don't know how to spell it lmao) and both my governors are set to performance. This kills my battery but any other one is a bit too laggy for me. I do have greenify to help me out on standby which is what killed my battery before root.

gurnsey101 said:
This is the last I heard on it in January
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.xd...he-situation-regarding-xposed-for-nougat/amp/
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Will check out, thanks!

All good theres a reason i didnt take part in spelling bees haha and Well I set mine to conservative for the kernal aduitor app and make surr you hit the "apply on boot" option on the top and restart your phone (I didn't notice it at first) and it seemed to fix most of the lag as for the battery I flashed debloat script https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/themes/mod-extreme-debloater-s7-root-req-t3335703
either that or try this custom rom that I can confirm works as well and has no lag just follow the instructions carefully
://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/development/rom-t3603231

gurnsey101 said:
All good theres a reason i didnt take part in spelling bees haha and Well I set mine to conservative for the kernal aduitor app and make surr you hit the "apply on boot" option on the top and restart your phone (I didn't notice it at first) and it seemed to fix most of the lag as for the battery I flashed debloat script https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/themes/mod-extreme-debloater-s7-root-req-t3335703
either that or try this custom rom that I can confirm works as well and has no lag just follow the instructions carefully
://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/development/rom-t3603231
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Conservative? That will be hella laggy lol. I have had the "apply on boot" option selected. And the debloat script, would just disabling the bloat work? Because that's what I have done. And I have a qualcomm s7 edge :/
so I don't have a custom recovery and no unlocked bootloader. So I don't think I can flash any ROMs. I did find a T-mobile ROM, but no AT&T (mine).
Edit: I did put it on conservative. Seems okay, just had to get passed startup

Yeah conservative is what I am on and no lag haha and no the debloat script removes things entirely from the system and yes you can flash the rom i linked even on locked bootloader that one is safe to flash just use flashfire and follow the instructions I use a Verizon s7 edge so it's all good you can flash it just make sure you follow the directions to the letter and dont panic if the reboot takes like 10 mins or so it will take a few for it to reboot after flashing

gurnsey101 said:
Yeah conservative is what I am on and no lag haha and no the debloat script removes things entirely from the system and yes you can flash the rom i linked even on locked bootloader that one is safe to flash just use flashfire and follow the instructions I use a Verizon s7 edge so it's all good
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Is debloat safe?
Also, do I just download the zip and flash in flashfire? As well what version do I download, there are two files

Yes debloating is completely safe as long as you don't unstall key components (the one I linked is safe) all it does is pretty much run an adb command to unstall useless apps like all the google and Samsung apps that we never use that tend to take up space and ram

gurnsey101 said:
Yes debloating is completely safe as long as you don't unstall key components (the one I linked is safe) all it does is pretty much run an adb command to unstall useless apps like all the google and Samsung apps that we never use that tend to take up space and ram
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Okay, which one do I use? I won't have Wi-Fi soon so I downloaded both, so I can just pick one.

Yes use flashfire. Flashfire is your love flashfire is your life haha and bt first go into super su and go into settings click on "enable su during boot" then use the flash zip OTA option and the make sure you chose the mount/system option and I use the Clean_S7_160319_Ultra one however I will advise you to look through the script first to see what is uninstalled first just to make sure so you can make backups bc I am not sure what exactly you use

I need you help asap! I ran a script (I found one that wasn't on the link you sent me, stupid me) and now it keeps saying "IMS Service has stopped" laterally every 2 seconds. Any help please?

Did you use the S7Edge DeepDebloatV2? Or something like that?? Haha yeah don't use that uninstall ims for now or reflash with Odin

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Did you use the S7Edge DeepDebloatV2? Or something like that?? Haha yeah don't use that uninstall ims for now or reflash with Odin
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Ahh. Yeah I refreshed in odin. Then I did your debloat, and worked like a charm, Thanks! I forgot to sign into Snapchat before rerooting Smh, this is not my day lol. Would you happen to know any way to get on with root?

Hmmmm ic well you could try hiding the root with rootcloak in the playstore bt if I had to guess it searches for super su and the su folder soooo my guess would be to maybe go into super su and uninstall the root and super su (or reflash everything with odin to make sure all root is wiped) and then log in then root it after

Help w tuten1000's Guide: Root + custom kernel + clean rom

In the last week I received my xperia x compact completely stock. First thing I do when I get a new phone before even activating it is root it. I was utilizing this guide to root my xperia x compact "Guide: Root + Custom Kernel + Clean rom + TA for X Compact" and I am stuck on the step where you are instructed to flash the modified XC-GenesisKernel-v1.04-nodrm kernel and SU. Flashing this kernel always results in a boot loop (Ive waited more then 30 minutes for it to resolve). I reflash the stock service exchange unit - 34.1.A.1.198 MM firmware to get back a functioning phone. The guide recommends:
"Run xperifirm and download the "service exchange unit - 34.1.A.1.198" firmware for posterity and latest rom for your region."
Am I supposed to use the most current nougat firmware for the following steps and only use the service exchange unit firmware if I need to downgrade to the lower original firmware? The thread for the XC-GenesisKernel states it is for nougat roms, which would explain a boot loop when I try to use the service exchange unit MM rom. Ideally Id like to stay on MM so that I can use xposed. Root and the phone being fully functional with no loss of camera and such is my main desire, xposed is secondary. I have a Backup TA of my DRM keys, the phone bootloader is unlocked, and I am looking for a little direction / clarification, any help in this respect is greatly appreciated.
Thanks

efaustus9 said:
help in this respect is greatly appreciated.
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Click the first link in the guide and read it.

XperienceD said:
Click the first link in the guide and read it.
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Thanks, I read through it and I see indeed the latest nougat firmware is what I should use in the later steps of tuten1000's guide and is the source of the boot loop I am experiencing.
If possible I would like to stay on marshmallow so I can used xposed framework. Are you aware of or can you recommend a kernel I can flash that will give me root, fingerprint, and use of most DRM functions while still on marshmallow.

Maybe you can try my guide using Magisk with full DRM, Xposed and root. But you need to flash back to MM first if you need Xposed.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/x-compact/how-to/android-pay-safety-net-rooted-unlocked-t3610342

itandy said:
Maybe you can try my guide using Magisk with full DRM, Xposed and root. But you need to flash back to MM first if you need Xposed.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/x-compact/how-to/android-pay-safety-net-rooted-unlocked-t3610342
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Excellent itandy, this this just what I had in mind. I never downloaded and flashed a nougat rom as xposed was important to me. In following tuten1000's guide I did flash the XC genesis kernel as well as SU in recovery. This resulted in a boot loop but a prerequisite in your guide is a /system partition without any trace of su. Since I reflashed the stock service exchange unit 34.1.A.1.198 MM firmware I should be good to proceed right?

efaustus9 said:
Excellent itandy, this this just what I had in mind. I never downloaded and flashed a nougat rom as xposed was important to me. In following tuten1000's guide I did flash the XC genesis kernel as well as SU in recovery. This resulted in a boot loop but a prerequisite in your guide is a /system partition without any trace of su. Since I reflashed the stock service exchange unit 34.1.A.1.198 MM firmware I should be good to proceed right?
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You're all good to begin with MM stock ROM.

itandy said:
You're all good to begin with MM stock ROM.
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It worked beautifully, thank you so much itandy :victory:
Anyway to get rid of the device is not secure screen on boot?

efaustus9 said:
It worked beautifully, thank you so much itandy :victory:
Anyway to get rid of the device is not secure screen on boot?
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This is a common request but the answer is no.

itandy said:
This is a common request but the answer is no.
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Okay, it would be nice to be rid of but it is a worthwhile trade off.
In your guide you mention a safety net, and installing xposed breaks it. What is this safety net and what is the draw back to breaking it? Am I locked out of certain apps or functions?

efaustus9 said:
Okay, it would be nice to be rid of but it is a worthwhile trade off.
In your guide you mention a safety net, and installing xposed breaks it. What is this safety net and what is the draw back to breaking it? Am I locked out of certain apps or functions?
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SafetyNet is the security checking API used by some apps like Android Pay and Pokemon Go to make sure your device is not tampered with. Simply put it makes sure your device is stock, not unlocked, rooted or modified. Magisk currently is able to bypass SafetyNet checking for root and some other "unwanted" apps. But Xposed will still be detected because it works in much lower system level. And with Magisk you can simply disable Xposed temporarily and reboot if you want to use, say, Android Pay.

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SafetyNet is the security checking API used by some apps like Android Pay and Pokemon Go to make sure your device is not tampered with. Simply put it makes sure your device is stock, not unlocked, rooted or modified. Magisk currently is able to bypass SafetyNet checking for root and some other "unwanted" apps. But Xposed will still be detected because it works in much lower system level. And with Magisk you can simply disable Xposed temporarily and reboot if you want to use, say, Android Pay.
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ah very informative, thanks again.
I installed the xposed framework SDK23 in Magisk manager, it is showing up as installed under modules in magisk but xposed is not in the app drawer and I cant seem to access it.

efaustus9 said:
ah very informative, thanks again.
I installed the xposed framework SDK23 in Magisk manager, it is showing up as installed under modules in magisk but xposed is not in the app drawer and I cant seem to access it.
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You need to install Xposed Installer separately. Try this unofficial app.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/material-design-xposed-installer-t3137758

itandy said:
You need to install Xposed Installer separately. Try this unofficial app.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/material-design-xposed-installer-t3137758
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Haha once again you come through. You are really helping me get this all sorted with so little fuss, I am very grateful.
This is my first xperia experience, I am coming from a samsung s3 running a KK slimrom and things are a bit different on this device. Any other pointers or recommendations for this new phone? Is there a way to make the soft key bar transparent so I can actually utilize the full 4.6"?

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Haha once again you come through. You are really helping me get this all sorted with so little fuss, I am very grateful.
This is my first xperia experience, I am coming from a samsung s3 running a KK slimrom and things are a bit different on this device. Any other pointers or recommendations for this new phone? Is there a way to make the soft key bar transparent so I can actually utilize the full 4.6"?
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I remember there're mods (maybe Xposed modules) to make the navbar autohide. Maybe you'd also like to check out my navbar Xposed module. See my signature.

itandy said:
I remember there're mods (maybe Xposed modules) to make the navbar autohide. Maybe you'd also like to check out my navbar Xposed module. See my signature.
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Great, I will definitely check out your app. Ideally Id like to mimic what I believe is called the "immersive mode" in supported apps. In this mode the app takes up the full screen and the icons are replaced with three persistent minimal dots.