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Hello. Just received my Nexus 10 and really want to root, although pretty scared in case of bricking my device. Can anyone tell me if the current version of the [NEXUS 10 TOOLKIT V1.3.0] is working FULLY? I see posts on the actual thread containing the toolkit that peoples devices wont boot fully, but also people saying their thanks as it has worked for them. I cannot post in that thread due to having no post count.
Also, when I open up the Toolkit it asks me what build I am using, which is 4.2.1, but the only build displayed is 4.2.0 (not my build), so how do I get around this and tell the toolkit my build is 4.2.1.
Thanks
It got me into a boot loop after unlocking the device, had to go into the custom recovery to fix it. Make sure you read the instructions given by the developer on the first page before using the tool kit. Same with choosing the build, check about phone in settings and then see what build you have before chosing your os.
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Hey thanks for the info, well I was about to use it but like I said after opening the toolkit and having my device connected it only displayed the build 4.2.0 but my build is 4.2.1, is the toolkit only available for 4.2.0 or how do I select my build (4.2.1) , thanks
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I personally used this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2025268
Was fast and painless. So far working great.
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I did take a look at that but what are the requirements to use it? As it doesn't say on the thread. My nexus is fully stock apart from the 4.2.1 update. Thanks again for the reply
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Just select the 4.2.0 build even though you have 4.2.1. It worked great for me. It says somewhere in the post that you can use the 4.2.0 for 4.2.x builds.
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Oh well I guess il try it then. So for you it was as simple as following the instructions on the toolkit? I'm extremely paranoid of bricking my device
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That is the toolkit I used and it worked fine. I felt comfortable with it because it is the same guy I used the toolkit from on my Galaxy Nexus. I didnt read any instructions since I already know how to use it and had no problems. I wasnt even aware of any "special requirements"
Hmmm I may be wrong but I thought the boot loader needed unlocking for that one ?
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TomAshcroft said:
Hmmm I may be wrong but I thought the boot loader needed unlocking for that one ?
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I used the toolkit on my nexus 10 after i upgraded it to 4.2.1 Just selected the do everything option and followed the directions. Worked like a champ.
Thanks for all the replies, I decided to go ahead and root, and all went fine. One more question, when a system update becomes available, through my notifications can I go ahead and do it?
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TomAshcroft said:
Thanks for all the replies, I decided to go ahead and root, and all went fine. One more question, when a system update becomes available, through my notifications can I go ahead and do it?
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I haven't done it yet because there hasn't been an update since I rooted but there is an app called OTA Rootkeeper that is supposed to allow you to take ota updated and maintain root.
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TomAshcroft said:
Thanks for all the replies, I decided to go ahead and root, and all went fine. One more question, when a system update becomes available, through my notifications can I go ahead and do it?
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Not sure how it works on Nexus 10 as I am yet to receive mine but on Nexus 7 even after rooting the device using Mskip's toolkit I am able to receive OTA updates without any issues.
Being the same developer and similar toolkit I think it should work.
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TomAshcroft said:
Thanks for all the replies, I decided to go ahead and root, and all went fine. One more question, when a system update becomes available, through my notifications can I go ahead and do it?
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To receive OTA updates you must have a locked bootloader and stock recovery. Doesnt matter what much though since if you want an update to whatever OTA comes out, someone ALWAYS compiles a 100% stock rooted ROM based on whatever latest OTA has just come out. Usually it is on the very same day as the official OTA too
But I still recommend a custom ROM. Craig's AOSP+ is basically the stock ROM but comes with many fixes for things broken on just running stock, and increases compatibility with external devices.
I could use some help on how to utilize my donation code. I have scanned the thread very well and cannot find out how to use the code after donation. I am a non posting donator to many forums and threads. Successfully modified dozens of devices. This is the first one I am to excited to work the bugs out myself. I have the 4.2.1 update, got it unlocked but, cannot get any further. The tool just keeps stopping. It obviously works, I am just missing something that is probably really simple. I would also like the functionality of the donator options. Any help would be greatly appreciated.........................Just found donator portal. Still stuck after unlocked bootloader.
I myself cannot find the donor portal, I am going crazy trying to find it. Can someone please tell me where it is? This is my first time rooting a device. Thanks
Mike
Toolkit works well. I got to eager and forgot to terminate ADB. I opened my task mgr. on windows and felt like a real boob, had like 20 cmd windows open. Still having a heck of a time accessing donator tools. Put in code from main menu #26. But, no updates to the kit. Nexus 10 + x-mas = no sleep.
Hello all,
This is the official thread for any questions, answers, help and troubleshooting regarding Android 4.2.2 for the Nexus 4. The goal of this thread is to minimize the amount of redundant threads that are about this topic.
First of all, the following thread is the official one in the General Section for the Nexus 4 regarding Android 4.2.2: [INFO] Nexus OTA Help-Desk.
Please feel free to suggest FAQs that should be added to the second post.
As usual, follow the Forum Rules, and happy posting!
Changelog from Android 4.2.1 to Android 4.2.2
The following changes are mainly changes that will affect the average user, for the full changelog, go here.
As usual, performance and stability enhancements. (Possible battery life improvements too?)
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The Google Play Store, now shows the estimated time left for downloads. LINK (Thanks to Android Police for their article)
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In Quick Settings, long pressing the WiFi and Bluetooth tiles toggles them. LINK (Thanks to Android Police for their article)
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ADB is now more secure thanks to the new whitelist. LINK (Thanks to Android Police for their article)
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A new wireless charging tone that only plays when the battery level is below 95% And a new low battery tone. LINK (Thanks to Android Police for their article)
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
This is the list of FAQs, feel free to suggest FAQs that should be added to this list.
Q: Has the Android 4.2.2 OTA update for the Nexus 4 been released yet?
A: Yes, the update is slowly rolling out to all Nexus 4 devices.
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Q: Why haven't I gotten the OTA update yet?
A: As usual, Google rolls out the update in stages and the order is usually pretty random. Assume you will get the update in the next couple of days.
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Q: I want to get the 4.2.2 update now, how can I do this? Does it matter if I am on stock? Modified stock? Custom ROM? Custom kernel?
A: Follow the instructions provided in the following thread: [INFO] Nexus OTA Help-Desk.
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Q: Are there compatibility issues with using different pieces of Android 4.2.1 and 4.2.2 such as basebands, bootloaders and etc...?
A: Check the third post.
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Q: Does the new 4.2.2 baseband disable the option to use LTE?
A: Unfortunately, yes.
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Q: What's the difference between Android 4.2.1 and Android 4.2.2? Can I have a changelog please?
A: In general, this update is mostly bug fixes, although there are a few noticeable new features, for the changelog see the bottom of the first post.
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Q: Has the delayed notifications on WiFi bug been fixed in this update?
A: Unfortunately, no.
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Q: Has touchscreen sensitivity been improved in this update?
A: Unfortunately, no.
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Q: My auto-rotation doesn't work, why?
A: Check the third post.
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Q: My auto-brightness doesn't work, why?
A: Check the third post.
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Q: My in-call audio doesn't work, why?
A: Check the third post.
Compatibility Information Between Pieces of Android 4.2.1 & 4.2.2
This list describes cross android version compatibility between 4.2.1 and 4.2.2. If you have any new information regarding anything related to this, please share it with us.
Basebands
4.2.1 Baseband = M9615A-CEFWMAZM-2.0.1700.33
4.2.2 Baseband = M9615A-CEFWMAZM-2.0.1700.48
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Potential Incompatibility - 4.2.2 Baseband With 4.2.1 Rom - Can potentially break the sensors (auto-brightness and gyroscope).
Potential Incompatibility - 4.2.1 Baseband With 4.2.2 Rom - Can potentially break in-call audio.
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Bootloaders
4.2.1 Bootloader = MAKOZ10l
4.2.2 Bootloader = MAKOZ10o
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Unknown Compatibility - 4.2.2 Bootloader With 4.2.1 Rom - No reports yet.
Unknown Compatibility - 4.2.1 Bootloader With 4.2.2 Rom - No reports yet.
Re: [OFFICIAL] Nexus 4 Android 4.2.2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting Thread
OK first question
I'm running baked ROM. Can I just flash the .zip containing the new boot loader and radio from recovery? Do I need to be careful of what my currentg radio is?
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aaronrw said:
OK first question
I'm running baked ROM. Can I just flash the .zip containing the new boot loader and radio from recovery? Do I need to be careful of what my currentg radio is?
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If you are running 4.2.1, flashing the radio will break your sensors.
I am not sure about the bootloader...
Net.silb said:
Hello all,
This is the official thread for any questions, answers, help and troubleshooting regarding Android 4.2.2 for the Nexus 4. The goal of this thread is to minimize the amount of redundant threads that are about this topic.
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"This" topic? THIS topic? This topic is the point of this entire forum! You can tell that, see, because your thread has the same name as the entire freaking forum.
Why would you try to drive an entire forum's worth of traffic into a single thread?!?
This is a joke.
I am all for people using search to find a specific thread dealing with their question or issue, but the key there is one thread per issue, NOT one thread for all questions and issues ever.
Trying to decrease the usefulness of XDA in order to karmawhore is not cool.
danguyf said:
"This" topic? THIS topic? This topic is the point of this entire forum! You can tell that, see, because your thread has the same name as the entire freaking forum.
Why would you try to drive an entire forum's worth of traffic into a single thread?!?
This is a joke.
I am all for people using search to find a specific thread dealing with their question or issue, but the key there is one thread per issue, NOT one thread for all questions and issues ever.
Trying to decrease the usefulness of XDA in order to karmawhore is not cool.
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First of all, hello to you to. :angel:
I understand your concern but I disagree with you.
You see, this is not a Q&A thread for all questions and answers, it's specific to the Android 4.2.2 update. The reason I wrote the word update in bold is because that is the main issue. People have been asking many questions about the update and in most cases there were repetitive threads with the same exact question. This thread is definitely not decreasing the usefulness of XDA, it is just keeping it cleaner and increasing its efficiency.
I also understand that you want people to search for specific threads regarding their problem but the fact is - most of them don't. Most of them just make another thread, and that is why that method will never work very well.
I also want you to notice that this thread is a sticky, which means the Moderators support it. In fact, I discussed opening this thread with a moderator before I opened it and he gave me the green light.
Anyways, if you have a problem than deal with it, I am not here to fight with anyone, I'm just here to help.
Re: [OFFICIAL] Nexus 4 Android 4.2.2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting Thread
If I update OTA to 4.2.2, will I need to reroot?
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Re: [OFFICIAL] Nexus 4 Android 4.2.2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting Thread
Any idea why in 4.2.2 the lock screen clock widget changes every time I lock the phone? Does this on the n10 with 4.2.2 as well.
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alfonzo1955 said:
If I update OTA to 4.2.2, will I need to reroot?
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Yes, unless you are using the latest CWM, which has a feature to keep root and CWM after the upgrade.
Bohemus said:
Any idea why in 4.2.2 the lock screen clock widget changes every time I lock the phone? Does this on the n10 with 4.2.2 as well.
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Hmm, doesn't happen to me.
Try deleting all your lock screen widgets and putting them back on.
Re: [OFFICIAL] Nexus 4 Android 4.2.2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting Thread
I hope someone confirm .33 baseband working with 4.2.2. Because with .48 i'm experiencing data drops.
Re: [OFFICIAL] Nexus 4 Android 4.2.2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting Thread
I updated my SDK... I can get IN ADB just fine. However, once I get into the part eye I enter "ADB SIDELOAD UPDATE. ZIP" the response is "Can not read "sideload".
So basically it works with all commands but doesn't know what sideload means from what I gather from 3 hours wasted doing it over and over.
Anyone know how to fix this or what exactly is the issue?
I'm 100% stock by the way guys.
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Re: [OFFICIAL] Nexus 4 Android 4.2.2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting Thread
Freshly_Snipes said:
I updated my SDK... I can get IN ADB just fine. However, once I get into the part eye I enter "ADB SIDELOAD UPDATE. ZIP" the response is "Can not read "sideload".
So basically it works with all commands but doesn't know what sideload means from what I gather from 3 hours wasted doing it over and over.
Anyone know how to fix this or what exactly is the issue?
I'm 100% stock by the way guys.
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Just name the file 'update'. Windows auto names extensions. So if you name it update.zip the files is actually update.zip.zip
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Re: [OFFICIAL] Nexus 4 Android 4.2.2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting Thread
trillo69 said:
I hope someone confirm .33 baseband working with 4.2.2. Because with .48 i'm experiencing data drops.
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I can confirm that I still have data drops with latest update BUT the switch wifi/3G works better and download speed is better too.
So I won't come back to old baseband which is worse in my case.
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Stocked, rooted, but installed a mod (zip file via recovery)
I'm stock, rooted, and installed this only mod: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=36316048&postcount=78
Can I install the 4.2.2 with no worries? or because I had installed the above mod - I have to flash a factory image first?
Thank you
Re: [OFFICIAL] Nexus 4 Android 4.2.2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting Thread
tommyga said:
I'm stock, rooted, and installed this only mod: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=36316048&postcount=78
Can I install the 4.2.2 with no worries? or because I had installed the above mod - I have to flash a factory image first?
Thank you
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Those type of questions and walkthroughs how to install are in this thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2145848
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Does 4.2.2 fix either of the following issues which I have with my rev 10 4.2.1 Nexus 4?
- wireless charging with the Nokia DT-900 constantly cycles on and off
- wifi connections are forgotten, i.e. after making a connection the N4 not only loses it, but cannot see or list the network any longer
Re: [OFFICIAL] Nexus 4 Android 4.2.2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting Thread
purnah said:
- wifi connections are forgotten, i.e. after making a connection the N4 not only loses it, but cannot see or list the network any longer
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that doesn't seem like a bug anyone else has reported.
Screen sensitivity is still lousy on 4.2.2
Re: [OFFICIAL] Nexus 4 Android 4.2.2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting Thread
El Daddy said:
Just name the file 'update'. Windows auto names extensions. So if you name it update.zip the files is actually update.zip.zip
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I know. I didn't add a extra zip name to it. The issue is the command "sideload" as it seems adb doesn't recognize it. Hence the error message.
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I wanted to unroot and go to complete stock is there a zip or tar file or any method that will allow me to do so? Or if not whats the most stable 4.2.2 ROM out for the nexus 7? Not the 3g version ..
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Is there something wrong with the sticky thread up there right at the top of this forum?
[GUIDE] Flashing a Factory Image with fastboot / return to stock
It may have been written in September, so there are new (4.2.2/JDQ39) factory images out now, but the method is essentiallly identical.
As a matter of fact, inside the factory .tgz file, there are scripts which show you exactly what the process is (flash-all.sh, flash-all.bat).
If you have previously flashed the 4.18 bootloader (and have an unlocked bootloader) you can skip those steps.
Go to the Google developers website and flash a factory image for whatever number your Nexus 7 is.
Alternatively I recommend Carbon ROM which is AOSP
Not being smart but this question has been asked on here countless times, use the search function, it will give you all the information you need
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I know why do that when i can ask the question and be givin the info instead of me looking lol
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Careful with smart remarks like that. Yiure basically saying yiur tok lazy and want to be spoon fed instead of searching and learning like the rest of us. Perhaps if you took 2 seconds to open your root toolkit youd see theres an unroot button. For future reference taje the time to search hard and if you dont find it the its ok to post a thread but be warned thay the mods will shut you down and people will flame you hard. Taking the time to search and learning is much more gratifying thwn the lazy way. And youd be amazed at all the helpful things youll find and learn
Btw the solution for un rooting I gave to you was just served on a dirty silver spoon for you!
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It's not that serious
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AW: Complete stock?
To be completely stock you could relock the bootloader after flashing the stock rom
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We really need more active mods around here to delete retarded threads like this.
You have eyes. I assume you have a functioning brain. Use them.
@az18zz
Im shocked at the fact youre still asking these noob questions considering how long you've been on xda and the amount of posts you've made
I agree though this thread is pointless
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ynrozturk said:
We really need more active mods around here to delete retarded threads like this.
You have eyes. I assume you have a functioning brain. Use them.
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Your mods are active, but we cannot read EVERY thread, and need the community to help us. When something like this pops up, just use the report feature, and just move on...Posting in a thread like this only bumps it to the top, keeping it more alive. Just report and move on..
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Hello all,
I'm very new to the XDA fourms, and would like to thank everyone for having and keeping such a supportive community for Android based products
I would like to start off saying I just recently purchased a Nexus 4 and I would really like to root it, i'm a complete noob too rooting and have a few questions. I did read http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1995688 and the how too Youtube video. questions below
1. I did see that i can keep the custom rom and just unlock and root my device, but will this allow me to change my cpu speed and such to conserve battery or would i need to install a different kernal and rom?
2. After rooting and unlocking my device and keeping stock rom will i still be able to get OTA updates without reverting back to factory state? or would i have to revert back to factory state DL the OTA update and re-root again?
3. I know that nexus 4 tool kit says Root Stock Jelly Bean builds (upto 4.2.1 JOP40D), can i use this for 4.2.2 or is their a updated Tool kit for 4.2.2? and if their is can someone please provide a link i tried searching for it and couldn't find anything, and preferably from Mr. mskip
I know these questions have probably been asked a million times and i apologies in advance for that. (noob problems )
Also advice and opinions are always extremely welcome :good:
Best,
Pkang
pkang said:
Hello all,
I'm very new to the XDA fourms, and would like to thank everyone for having and keeping such a supportive community for Android based products
I would like to start off saying I just recently purchased a Nexus 4 and I would really like to root it, i'm a complete noob too rooting and have a few questions. I did read http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1995688 and the how too Youtube video. questions below
1. I did see that i can keep the custom rom and just unlock and root my device, but will this allow me to change my cpu speed and such to conserve battery or would i need to install a different kernal and rom?
2. After rooting and unlocking my device and keeping stock rom will i still be able to get OTA updates without reverting back to factory state? or would i have to revert back to factory state DL the OTA update and re-root again?
3. I know that nexus 4 tool kit says Root Stock Jelly Bean builds (upto 4.2.1 JOP40D), can i use this for 4.2.2 or is their a updated Tool kit for 4.2.2? and if their is can someone please provide a link i tried searching for it and couldn't find anything, and preferably from Mr. mskip
I know these questions have probably been asked a million times and i apologies in advance for that. (noob problems )
Also advice and opinions are always extremely welcome :good:
Best,
Pkang
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1. CPU control is a function of the kernel. You can keep the stock kernel, but I'd recommend a custom one. More features and capabilities.
2. I may be mistaken, but I believe your OTA will function as long as you are on the stock ROM and kernel with the factory files in place and the stock recovery. That's a lot to sacrifice for an update, especially when they'll be readily available here.
3. Don't use a toolkit. Use the rooting sticky to learn how to do it right.
thank you
estallings15 said:
1. CPU control is a function of the kernel. You can keep the stock kernel, but I'd recommend a custom one. More features and capabilities.
2. I may be mistaken, but I believe your OTA will function as long as you are on the stock ROM and kernel with the factory files in place and the stock recovery. That's a lot to sacrifice for an update, especially when they'll be readily available here.
3. Don't use a toolkit. Use the rooting sticky to learn how to do it right.
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thank you so much!
so use this sticky thread?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2183555
or can you recommend one?
pkang said:
thank you so much!
so use this sticky thread?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2183555
or can you recommend one?
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Yes, that thread has a lot of great info you should read up on if you are new to all of this.
Here is also a great thread if you just want to root the stock ROM. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2018179
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El Daddy said:
Yes, that thread has a lot of great info you should read up on if you are new to all of this.
Here is also a great thread if you just want to root the stock ROM. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2018179
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much much thanks!
Also i just wanted to know why the nexus 4 toolkit isn't recommended for beginners?
best,
Parm
pkang said:
much much thanks!
Also i just wanted to know why the nexus 4 toolkit isn't recommended for beginners?
best,
Parm
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Because when one uses a toolkit nothing is learned. If they ever run into a problem they won't know how to fix it. It also makes it more difficult for others to help because they don't understand the terminology.
I wrote more about this last January. That thread is linked in my signature "Dangers of toolkits and one click root methods."
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I wouldnt worry about updates.
Devs upload there ROMs with new android updates quickly.
Itll be much easier just to flash custom UPDATED ROMs than ota updates in my opinion.
Franco kernel would be a great start for you as well.
Amazing kernel.
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Hey guys, before you say anything, yes I have been reading guides and looking up stuff, but every guide i read has a different step, and quite honestly I trust XDA more so I decided to post the question here:
How can I properly root my Nexus 6P running Android N version NBD90X? I don't particularly care much about trying to get Android Pay to work (think it's too late for that anyway), so any method works with me.
Thanks!
So,. I just did this. Used WUGs tool. Listed in the 6p index oage. Worked so extremely well I used it again to restore after I butchered my system UI and rooted again.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3258493
Enjoy. It was too easy.
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