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[Q] 4.3 AT&T root

Hello all,
I have a AT&T Samsung Galaxy S4 that just updated to 4.3. Can someone direct me to how I can gain root access? Also, I am assuming that noone has published a way to crack the bootloader as of yet? Thanks in advance for any help concerning this.
Neil

neil7398 said:
Hello all,
I have a AT&T Samsung Galaxy S4 that just updated to 4.3. Can someone direct me to how I can gain root access? Also, I am assuming that noone has published a way to crack the bootloader as of yet? Thanks in advance for any help concerning this.
Neil
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There are several methods of rooting 4.3 but outside of that you will NOT be able to install any custom ROM's, recoveries,etc.
However, these methods are unsupported by XDA as the authors are in China and haven't released vital information on the ingenuity of their program (in terms of privacy and security). Thus I am unable to post it here, however... a simple Google search will yield the program if you are willing to take the risk of a random Chinese company having who knows what data from your device. The only way to have avoided using these programs would have been to put SuperSU into survival mode prior to upgrading to MK2 (4.3).

neil7398 said:
Hello all,
I have a AT&T Samsung Galaxy S4 that just updated to 4.3. Can someone direct me to how I can gain root access? Also, I am assuming that noone has published a way to crack the bootloader as of yet? Thanks in advance for any help concerning this.
Neil
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This is reported to work on AT&T MK2 without Chinese help http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565758
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk

Root help
I was looking to root AT&T MK2 4.3 S4 for 2 reasons. 1. to be able to tether 2. to be able to record calls. I read other threads but found that after root, I need to install Wanam xposed framework, and reviews show that both hacks don't successfully work on MK2.
Saferoot is probably is best root method for MK2 AT&T but Safestrap recovery does not appear to be as good as TWRP or CWM as ROM Slots are required and memory will not be used to fullest.
Please help, anyone has success with any root method to accomplish 1. tether 2. call recording successfully on MK2?
or Successful recovery install (TWRP or CWM ) so the custom ROMS like hyperdrive can be installed.
Thanks all...

Safestrap help...
Hi all.. Please help me with another question... (AT&T MK2 4.3 S4)
First I would like to thank all developers for great great work here and all members for sharing their experiences and suggestions...
Do I have to create ROM slot in order to flash Hyperdrive ROM and keep stock ROM as it is
OR I can backup and wipe stock ROM and flash hyperdrive over it, and keeping one active ROM?
Only reason I dont want to create ROM slot is that then I will not be using the whole memory, I want to use all16GB..
Also I am getting a security policy update pop up on phone, should I install it before rooting or just ignore it?
Please advise,

call recording
guys anyone knows if call recording works on MK2 4.3. It does not work on stock ROM using Wanam. The phone freezes. Not sure if it will work with any other ROM.

[Q] Alcatel OT Idol X 6040A ROOT and ROM HELP

I have been doing research for days and it seems this website has the best rep and volume of knowledgeable Android users.
IT would also seem that ROOTing the Alcatel One Touch 6040A is a pain in the back side. Everyone has had an issue with their wi-fi afterward
So my question is can anyone give a definitive answer on whether the 6040A can be rooted and then moded with any stable ROM's?

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Can I pick someone's ear on rooting and installing ROM's for a minute? I'm tech savvy, but this will be my first Android modification and ROOT/ROM process.
Why am I here? I'm trying to root an Alcatel one touch Idol X 6040A and then install the most functional ROM that's higher than the 4.2.1 JB version I already have. AFAIK VROOT is the best option although some people still have issues afterward regarding ROM installations and Network connectivity.
I have yet to find a tutorial specific to the OT 6040A with positive feedback, so I'm very reluctant and hesitant to attempt this until I've done ALL of my homework.
Can someone possibly direct me to definitive ROOTing and ROM installation instructions that have been verified to work?
I see this thread, but it's 600+ posts I have to go through and there are only bits and pieces regarding the 6040A. There isn't a clear answer on this model so please, anyone...lol. Help.
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Some main questions are;
- Does the phone fully function after ROOT? I have read around these forums specifically that 6040A users can not connect to networks after ROOT.
Also if the phone works properly, does it work "better"?
- Are there any fully functional and stable ROMs available to justify the ROOTing the 6040A?
- If something goes wrong or I'm not satisfied with the ROOT, is it possible to revert back to factory settings with no issues?

I have successfully rooted my 6040A using vroot.
Runnning on Telus 4.2.2 stock rom, no problem at all
SuperDroid519 said:
Can I pick someone's ear on rooting and installing ROM's for a minute? I'm tech savvy, but this will be my first Android modification and ROOT/ROM process.
Why am I here? I'm trying to root an Alcatel one touch Idol X 6040A and then install the most functional ROM that's higher than the 4.2.1 JB version I already have. AFAIK VROOT is the best option although some people still have issues afterward regarding ROM installations and Network connectivity.
I have yet to find a tutorial specific to the OT 6040A with positive feedback, so I'm very reluctant and hesitant to attempt this until I've done ALL of my homework.
Can someone possibly direct me to definitive ROOTing and ROM installation instructions that have been verified to work?
I see this thread, but it's 600+ posts I have to go through and there are only bits and pieces regarding the 6040A. There isn't a clear answer on this model so please, anyone...lol. Help.
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Some main questions are;
- Does the phone fully function after ROOT? I have read around these forums specifically that 6040A users can not connect to networks after ROOT.
Also if the phone works properly, does it work "better"?
- Are there any fully functional and stable ROMs available to justify the ROOTing the 6040A?
- If something goes wrong or I'm not satisfied with the ROOT, is it possible to revert back to factory settings with no issues?
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DeLoreanQC said:
I have successfully rooted my 6040A using vroot.
Runnning on Telus 4.2.2 stock rom, no problem at all
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Could you please provide the links for the tools and ROM you used?
This is my first time doing this and everything is so vague regarding this model.

Here is the link for vroot (will auto update after installation) :
http://www.mediafire.com/download/v3e3mtgxp1khlar/VRoot_1.6.0.3690_Setup.exe
Use this tutorial for rooting your 6040a
http://forum.gsmhosting.com/vbb/f90...y-all-andriod-phone-not-metter-brand-1726731/
The rom i have is the stock one, installed by the alcatel app : http://www.alcatelonetouch.com/glob...CH_IDOLX/otu/mobile-upgrade-s-4-3-0-setup.rar
The important thing is to have to have the adb over usb enabled. you can do this in the dev options in the settings : http://www.technewscentral.co.uk/ho...her-android-4-2android-4-3android-4-4/id_7250
Good luck
ps : i once tried a 4.4 rom but the problem was with the band used by my provider (telus). So i go back to 4.2 stock

DeLoreanQC said:
Here is the link for vroot (will auto update after installation) :
http://www.mediafire.com/download/v3e3mtgxp1khlar/VRoot_1.6.0.3690_Setup.exe
Use this tutorial for rooting your 6040a
http://forum.gsmhosting.com/vbb/f90...y-all-andriod-phone-not-metter-brand-1726731/
The rom i have is the stock one, installed by the alcatel app : http://www.alcatelonetouch.com/glob...CH_IDOLX/otu/mobile-upgrade-s-4-3-0-setup.rar
The important thing is to have to have the adb over usb enabled. you can do this in the dev options in the settings : http://www.technewscentral.co.uk/ho...her-android-4-2android-4-3android-4-4/id_7250
Good luck
ps : i once tried a 4.4 rom but the problem was with the band used by my provider (telus). So i go back to 4.2 stock
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Thank you. Also, what are the chances of messing up beyond return?
Question - Isn't a "stock" ROM the ROM that comes with it?

SuperDroid519 said:
Thank you. Also, what are the chances of messing up beyond return?
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well, about 0% chances to mess up

DeLoreanQC said:
well, about 0% chances to mess up
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I just rooted, installed SuperSU and then it gave me an option that I can find no where in any tutorials. It was an option for HTC devices so I chose normal and then SuperSU said it failed.
Help?

DeLoreanQC said:
well, about 0% chances to mess up
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I can not update binary and I think it's because Kinguser. Is it safe to uninstall kinguser with the uninstall tool it comes with?

I think yes....
i didn't uninstall it, i just use kinguser and don't have any problem

DeLoreanQC said:
I think yes....
i didn't uninstall it, i just use kinguser and don't have any problem
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Ok. Also, you're not using a custom rom?
Custom rom is the entire reason I rooted lol

Well, this forum hasn't been much help at all except one or two people who actuallyreply to the best of their knowledge (and I thank you very much), but I'll try again here...
I have succesfully been able to root and install several ROM's on the 6040A, however as predicted there are mobile network issues.
The problem is the network band. I am bale to enter engineer mode but when I go to select the bands for Bell for the ones I require are grayed out and unselectable. Has anyone come across a solution for this?

AT&T S5 Active (870A) OF3 lollipop root method?

I've found root methods for previous versions of lollipop for the AT&T variant S5 Active but it seems to me that there may not be a method for the most up to date firmware. Has anyone successfully rooted the S5 Active on OF3 firmware? If so please enlighten me!

I've been searching for a few weeks now. While out of town, I found a tweet for srsroot that said OF3 IS now supported. However, I have not tried it yet.
The tweet went a little something like this: #SRSRoot: samsung SAMSUNG-SM-G870A (Build: LRX21T.G870AUCU2BOF3) #Android 5.0 Now Supported...
I hope it's real; I'm going to try it tonight. Good luck

Tell me how that goes, and send me a link to it after! Thanks clubfalco

I tried it out and it said the root was successful, but I still don't have root privileges. I'm going to try it again to make sure there isn't something I'm missing. If I can get it to work I'll send the link.

I tried srsroot as well to no avail. Tried two separate times and it said root successful, but after installing SuperSU and superuser (separately) no root... I'll keep trying I suppose. Happy with the phone regardless

I'm bookmarking this to keep abreast. I've been impatiently waiting for somebody to fix this problem. I love my AT&T S5 Active, but it is in need of warranty replacement. Nothing that hinders the phone function too much, but I want it fixed eventually. However if I send it in they will give me a Lollipop build (OF3). Mine currently runs 4.4.4. I don't care about 5.0. I just need my root. If I could get a KitKat replacement I would.
I can't send it in for replacement until somebody figures this out.

You could contact Samsung and see if there is any way for them to make sure you're sent a replacement without the latest update. Also, as you may already know, make sure you unroot and make it so you will be able to get the replacement. Warranties are typically voided with root... Good luck! I will keep this thread updated if I find a fix.

New to rooting - last phone was done successfully and golden - this new phone, not so much - any luck

I've been looking for a few weeks and haven't found a way to root my S5 Active. I'm running OF3 and nothing seems to work. KingRoot KingoRoot SRSRoot all the ones that come up with S5 and S5 active. Has anyone figured this out get? Using Odin to downgrade to AFE 5.0 gives a fused binary error for SW check so I'm stuck on 5.0 >

Is there still no method to root a S5 active on Android 5.0 at&t stuff drive me mad, I'm not on a contract just want the phone without junk on it.
Many thanks

Rooting a S5 G900F. Total newbie.

Last week I received a brand new S5 G900F, no carrier, and want to have administrator privileges in order to remove bloatware. Plus, it would be nice to have adblock and apps to back up the entire system, both which aren't available in the phone's stock form, and maybe a custom ROM and Kernel.
I have never rooted a phone nor messed with its system files, so I'm a complete newbie on this. Also, I haven't connected it to the Internet yet, so that the phone is in its stock form before rooting it.
What's the simplest, safest yet effective method for rooting my phone? Afterwards, can I just update the phone to the latest version using the regular system settings menu, or should I do it externally (downloading the update on the PC)? Any particular tips on what to do next, such as what apps to remove, which to install and so on, if possible while keeping it simple? I read that CM 12.1 (ROM) + Ktoonsez (Kernel) is the way to go.
Thanks in advance.

Hi Avensvvvvvv
The best, safeest way to Root? - Have a look in the Q&A Forum, its mostly all here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2700073
Some people use TowelRoot...
I used CF Auto root and found it easier. You can find here at XDA or at http://droidors.com/2015/03/24/root-samsung-galaxy-s5-sm-g900i-android-lollipop-5-0/ be aware that this link is for the g900i ot the g900f.
As for updating etc....a lot of the latest ROMS come with OTA (over the air) updates. Which ROMS? There is kind of a rule here that you dont ask which ROM is best because the idea is that you do loads of reading and try them out for yourself Lately Ive been playing around with PhoeniX ROM, Alliance ROM and some of the CM stuff...but all are good. Removal of Bloatware is pretty straight forward using Titanium Backup - or some ROMS supply their own method for doing do. Just be sure to not mess around with any of the system files while your still learning. Search Bloatware and you should find some good advice.
Thats about it mate - the main thing is to read, read, read and ask lots of questions before you do anything. Otherwise you'll have a very expensive paperweight on your desk Most of the people here are cool with Noobs asking questions in the correct forums....by the way this post should really be posted in the Q&A forum
Good luck flashing and rooting...and most of all....have fun!
Mugsyfied

You have a good answer in the above post.....
But in future, you need to give us more information about your device so that we can offer advice that is suited more exactly to your circumstances....
The version of Android currently running on your device is one critical bit of info you didn't provide.....
Some things to bear in mind about your phone....
1) Samsung have included something called Knox on these phones....it is basically an un-resettable 'eFuse' which 'tripps' when you flash any custom software to your device. Samsung are using it as an indicator to allow them to deny warranty claims.
2) when you root your phone you WILL trip knox, this will probably prevent you from receiving OTA updates to your device....and even if (by some miracle) you did get an OTA, it will remove your root access, and you'll have to start again....
http://i.imgur.com/rVnFwJM.jpg

I'm scaring to brick my phone. So how to backup all things ?

Hello friends,
I would like to install custom rom on my phone Note 4 sm-n910C . I'm not an experienced person for it. But basicly I know that I need to root my phone 1st then install suitable version of TWRP on my phone. And then I can backup my stock rom and all things. Then install custom rom file.
But I scare to brick my phone doing this procedure. So I wonder, can i backup my phone's stock rom and other all things (kernel, firmware, modem etc...) without TWRP ? I mean , can do it with pc software ?
And if my phone become brick, thus, can i restore it completely via pc then ?
If i can do that, how ?
I'll be appreciate if you help me ?

Choose your Country and phone provider and download the stock ROM from Sammobile
If it's needed then use Odin to reload it. There's plenty of guides how to use it including those that explain how to root. I recently rooted one of my Note 4s, a N910C and apart from using a slightly older version of TWRP was pretty straightforward.
I used this guide and the downloaded the files from the links in it but there's other's available but be 100% sure you're following the guide for a N910C.
I'm not that knowledgeable about Rooting compared to many people on here although I've rooted all my Tablets and Phones but seem to recall you may need to use an older version of Odin to do so. The most difficult problem I had was getting the correct driver installed that would recognise all my devices and even that was just persistence. Just read everything a few times and double check you have the correct files before you start, it's pretty straightforward.
In all the above comments I'm assuming you're using the last version of the stock ROM that was released.

@Big Elf
Thank you very much for your reply and explanation. I looked at your shared pages. And I'd like to start it.
But I have some quesitons to not make a mistake. If you guide me, I will be appreciate.
But before that let me share my phone feautres screen shots. You may see all detailed information.
SCREENSHOTS
I can't share links due to xda rules bcos I need to reach 10 post. So pls complete http section if it need for below scrshoot links.
1- drive.google.com/open?id=0B6aBME5e-tzcYk1zY0dqeTZaMVk4eEdWbjN4SWVPSEU3cXFr
2- drive.google.com/open?id=0B6aBME5e-tzccHF6UFpCT29JT1ozRUFoMUtmWmZ0V0J3c19z
3- drive.google.com/open?id=0B6aBME5e-tzcajVnMGkyMTRJdmo3OTNPc29SQXlEbkY0R3N3
And My Questions
1- First of all ty for rooting page. According to explanation i'm going to root my phone. But I wonder that android version is matter or not. My phone version is 6.0.1 as you see. Is it okay, its suitable for my phone, right ?
2- As far as I read on internet, There are all TWRP versions are different for all diffrent smartphones. According to above scrshoot informations, which is the suitable, stable and latest version for my phone ? And Where can i find it from ? Or if its possible could you forward me exact page and/or link please ?
Because my scared major thing is that. Wrong type of TWRP. And so brick my phone. Btw, let me ask, wrong version lead to brick phone, right ?
If I install the true type (version anyway) of TWRP then I will be relax. Because after that, process will be very easy for me. I experienced from Huawei's first phone "IDEOS X5" . I have installed TWRP and custom roms on it , on years 2012-2013. I only scare to make mistake via perform it on note 4 & brick it.
Thank you so much again.

You've made your first mistake . I explained you need to read everything carefully and double check you have the correct files before starting so that you're reasonably confident that you know what you're doing.
The link I posted explaining how to root also has the link to the version of TWRP and Odin needed to install and Root it but you didn't read it properly.
You're running the same version of the ROM I have on my N910C albeit a different country (which won't make a difference).
If you install the Official TWRP App from Team Win you can update TWRP after rooting. I'd also suggest installing the SuperSu (Pro) App from Codingcode which will update itself after rooting. I also use Root Checker (Pro) from joeykrim to check that root has worked and SuperSu has installed correctly. All those apps are available in the Play Store. I pay for the Pro versions as I appreciate the work that's gone into them and as a thank you to the developers.
You don't have to root it so don't feel that you have to do so.
Although all my phones are rooted my Note 4s (N910Fs and a N910C) still run the stock ROM and the main reasons I did so was to run Adaway and also to debloat neither of which are essential. I also wanted to know how to do it.
Installing another non-Samsung ROM has 4 main disadvantages:
You lose the fine control over the OLED screen including the boost mode in bright sunlight
You lose some of the functionality of the s-pen
You lose a lot of quality from the camera that you won't get back with any ROM.
Most of the ROMs have some faults other than those just mentioned but are usually but not always minor.