Hello,
I hope you are doing well!
I am looking to be pointed in the right direction as someone who is brand new to rooting and has done some research but is still confused by the process.
I am looking to improve the performance of my Samsung Galaxy S 5. I researched a little about rooting and came across Cyanogenmod. Essentially, I'm looking to install it on my phone, however getting from point A, having a basic phone, to point B, having a rooted phone with Cyanogenmod, has been a little trickier than I thought. I am stuck honestly. I apologize for not knowing essentially anything. I stayed up all night trying to figure this out and it seems every website has a different set of instructions and they have their own complexities, for example, many of them are for Windows, and I could not find any for Mac users.
From my understanding, I need to install a custom recovery and use it to flash the Cyanogenmod ROM. This all seems much easier than it looks. To me at least. I came across a flashing tool, Odin, which is only for Windows users.
Basically, is there a guide out there that explains step by step how to flash, install ROMs, install the basic google apps, AND that is Mac friendly?
Thank you for your patience and your help in advance! I really tried to avoid going to forums because I know people get tired and frustrated when new people post questions without researching. I feel I have all the research done, I know what I need to do, I just do not know how. Most guides are dependent on the user having preexisting knowledge about rooting, which I do not have.
Here are my phone specs:
Samsung Galaxy S5 T-Mobile
Model Number: SM-G900T3
Android Version: 6.0.1
Build Number: MMB29.G900T3UVS3GPI1
I want to do the heavy lifting, just please show me the way!
Thanks again!
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Hello there!
I have a Galaxy Note 3 i9005. I used to have it rooted (towelroot) but I accidentally updated the phone to version 4.4.2 which sadly removed my root. I've had my phone for about a year, and I feel it's time to spice things up with a new rom, but I find myself lost in this whole flashing jungle.
So, my questions are, is it possible for me to safely root & flash my phone? If so, could anyone point me in the right direction? I've tried searching a bunch but it's very hard to find in-depth guides explaining the process in detail. I don't even know if such a guide exists for the Note 3.
I live in Sweden so I don't think the phone has a locked bootloader if that affects anything.
Please help me.
Wisoo said:
Hello there!
I have a Galaxy Note 3 i9005. I used to have it rooted (towelroot) but I accidentally updated the phone to version 4.4.2 which sadly removed my root. I've had my phone for about a year, and I feel it's time to spice things up with a new rom, but I find myself lost in this whole flashing jungle.
So, my questions are, is it possible for me to safely root & flash my phone? If so, could anyone point me in the right direction? I've tried searching a bunch but it's very hard to find in-depth guides explaining the process in detail. I don't even know if such a guide exists for the Note 3.
I live in Sweden so I don't think the phone has a locked bootloader if that affects anything.
Please help me.
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I've rooted several new note 3 with this method..http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-3/general/root-root-xxufnf4-stock-firmware-knox-t2840150
I managed to root it with that method! Knox is 0x0, thanks for the pointer man
Now, I'd like to know how to flash a custom rom. I've been looking a lot at different custom roms, however I can't seem to decide which one I want. Besides, I don't even know if I'm able to flash my phone since I'm running Android 4.4.2. All guides takes for granted that you have some knowledge with flashing, which I don't.
Hi all,
Apologies for the newbie question that I'm sure if I looked hard enough is listed in previous posts!!!
I am a recent convert from iphone.
I always jailbroke my devices so was used to installing jailbreak and cydia etc.
However, moving to android has confused things due to the amount of apparent ways to root my device!!
Essentially, I have an s4 on vodafone UK. I9505
Anyone on voda will appreciate the stupid amount of bloatware and issues (currently IMS framework) etc
I want to root my device so I can install a stock androidOS.
I would like a step by step guide to rooting and installing the OS.
Just links would be fine to sites/programs that have been tried and tested.
I am an android noob so I need some very basic steps.
I have no need (yet) to make major changes to my device and mess around with specific root app etc. I literally just want to install a cleaner, non bloated OS!!
Any help appreciated!!
rootromnoob said:
Hi all,
Apologies for the newbie question that I'm sure if I looked hard enough is listed in previous posts!!!
I am a recent convert from iphone.
I always jailbroke my devices so was used to installing jailbreak and cydia etc.
However, moving to android has confused things due to the amount of apparent ways to root my device!!
Essentially, I have an s4 on vodafone UK. I9505
Anyone on voda will appreciate the stupid amount of bloatware and issues (currently IMS framework) etc
I want to root my device so I can install a stock androidOS.
I would like a step by step guide to rooting and installing the OS.
Just links would be fine to sites/programs that have been tried and tested.
I am an android noob so I need some very basic steps.
I have no need (yet) to make major changes to my device and mess around with specific root app etc. I literally just want to install a cleaner, non bloated OS!!
Any help appreciated!!
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There is a search bar on the right.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sitesearch.php?q=root i9505
rootromnoob said:
Hi all,
Apologies for the newbie question that I'm sure if I looked hard enough is listed in previous posts!!!
I am a recent convert from iphone.
I always jailbroke my devices so was used to installing jailbreak and cydia etc.
However, moving to android has confused things due to the amount of apparent ways to root my device!!
Essentially, I have an s4 on vodafone UK. I9505
Anyone on voda will appreciate the stupid amount of bloatware and issues (currently IMS framework) etc
I want to root my device so I can install a stock androidOS.
I would like a step by step guide to rooting and installing the OS.
Just links would be fine to sites/programs that have been tried and tested.
I am an android noob so I need some very basic steps.
I have no need (yet) to make major changes to my device and mess around with specific root app etc. I literally just want to install a cleaner, non bloated OS!!
Any help appreciated!!
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Click to collapse
1. Root ur device: HERE
2. You can remove manually your bloatware: HERE
Many thanks
Now rooted.
I am new to Flashing Android phones and I hope someone can help me through this process. I am technical by nature but like everything else, if you have never done something before, it's always best to consult with those who have as to not brick your phone.
I have a Samsung S4 model number SPH-L720. This was purchased from Freedom Pop so it is technically their own custom ROM on the Sprint network. I later found out that their service is horrible and want to reflash my phone to a standard factory ROM, either a factory Sprint Rom or a Factory Google S4 (Non Carrier Specific) Rom.
The phone currently has Android Version 4.4.2 but I am flexible which version OS is on there.
I am confident with all the experts on this forum, someone can lead me through this process and let me know where to get the ROM's to put on here etc.
The phone already is rooted as it comes from Freedom Pop Rooted already.
Thank you all for your assistance. I will be sure to assist others in the process once I learn it myself.
I'm not a professional, but I might be able to help.... I'll try anyway
You mentioned being fine with returning to the stock ROM. Under normal circumstances that would be pretty complicated because you would need to install using ODIN and re-root afterwards. However, assuming you are running a custom recovery you should be able to install a zip from galaxys4root DOT COM, under the "galaxy s4 rooted stock roms" tab. These ROMs are all stock ROMs that are already rooted and may have a tweak or two. I recommend checking out the ROMs on that site, until you find what your looking for.
The following article should be helpful for installation via custom recovery: highonandroid DOT COM /android-roms/how-to-install-custom-rom-using-twrp-recovery-failproof-method
As I am a newbie on this forum I cannot post links, so please replace DOTCOM with appropriate extensions. Again, I'm not a professional, in fact, this is the first time I've attempted to give any advice yet so I apologize if I am lacking clarity. If I use any terms that don't make a lot of sense to you, feel free to ask any questions and I will attempt to respond in a timely manner.
Not sure how to efficiently help people when I am unable to use links. So I'm sorry if this offends any XDA mods. And I hope that any mods who read my reply will take into account that I am not spamming. I am trying to help.
Any luck?
Sent from my SPH-L720 using XDA Free mobile app
Hello all,
My first post and my first galaxy s5! I just got my s5 (unlocked, used) and am already tired of all the verizon stuff that I can't or don't want to use. I looked into rooting it and it seems like I will be able to. But now I started looking into adding a new rom and am very confused. (So confused I don't know where to start) In the forums here I have read some cool stuff but also they use a lot of abbreviations for programs and such that I am not familiar with. Anyway, I have read references to "Slots", what are those and how do I make them? It seems like it would be useful and maybe help me not brick my phone.
How can I tell which roms I can flash (correct term?) to my phone? If I have an older build, can I add a newer build and do I want to? (I've read that the latest builds make the phone non rootable)
I know, a lot of questions. Please point me in the right direction.
Below is my phone info:
Samsung SM-G900V
Android 5.0
Baseband version G900VVRU1B0C4
Kernal 3.4.0
Build # LRX21T.G900VVRU1B0C4
Hardware version G900V.05
Anything else?
All your help is greatly appreciated.
Don't update the phone! As long as you are below oe1 (you are) you can still downgrade and root. Then install safestrap (where the slots come in) but most people use the stock slot. You can flash roms on that slot. Check the catchall thread for specifics.
Ok,
I will try to root it. then get back to you guys.
Thanks
Ok,
So after an interesting and sometimes frustrating night of downloading and flashing, my phone is rooted and now is android 4.4.2 with a build of KOT49H.G900VVRU1ANCG. I guess the next step is finding and installing safestrap? (Final goal would be to flash a non verizon rom with no bloatware and all the desired functions of my phone available.)
Thanks.
There's a safestrap thread in android development section. There was a revised build that was uploaded that you should use
Thank you, I will look it up.
I have since uploaded rooted 5.0 using this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...w-to-update-to-g900voe1-5-0-keeproot-t3149784 .
Now, safestrap and custom rom. Thanks all!
Hi all,
I am now on 15-4 and moving to 15-5. I was wondering, is there a "visual voicemail" type app that would work for a non verizon account?
Hey everyone ! I've looked at countless threads and youtube videos and have learned a lot already but I admit I'm new to the root process. I joined this forum because I'm an android lover and want to unlock the full potential of my phone (delete unwanted apps, run lineageOS, improve battery life, etc.) and I respect you guys being extremely knowledgeable on the subjects.
However my issue is finding a way to root my phone in a "please explain like I'm 5" process without bricking a brand new verizon samsung galaxy s5 900V.
Currently I am running Android 6.0.1 and from my understanding I cannot root my phone because I have a Toshiba CID 11 which means I would have to flash back to lollipop 5.0.1 first. Unfortunately I have yet to find a simplified up to date thread on flashing my firmware back to lollipop and I could definitely use some better guidance on those steps.
Once I figure out how to downgrade my firmware, my next step was going to be to start the process of rooting the device and then possibly update firmware back to marshmallow once I figure out the necessary steps.
If anyone out there can help "dumb down" this process for me and offer some clear, organized steps I would be forever grateful for your kindness. My end goal is to have an encrypted device running lineageOS and superSU along with any other necessary applications involved with rooting and also to remove much of the "bloat" from my device. Any help is appreciated and thank you for your time !