I know this has been asked a few times, but reading through 100's of threads and posts, I still dont see it..
Has anyone come up with a procedure to root a stock 2.2 froyo evo while using a mac computer yet?
thanks so much!
It's the exact same method. There's an unrevoked 3 for mac and it works done. An updated mac will also already have the driver so you can skip that step.
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well, the unrevoked website has this posted, re: stock froyo 2.2..
"unrevoked3 recovery reflash tool
unrevoked3 is a tool to flash a custom recovery image to your Android phone. A custom recovery image allows you to perform advanced tasks on the system partition, such as flashing custom ROMs and taking a full backup of your phone (a “nandroid” backup). We recommend installing the custom recovery image for all users who want rooted phones.
It can be obtained from http://www.unrevoked.com/recovery/.
At this time, unrevoked3 does NOT work on stock Froyo (Android 2.2) phones."
Is that true?
thanks
Yes. You'll want to find the root 2.2 thread in the dev forum. The steps are pretty much use an exploit to downgrade to 2.1 and then use unrevoked. I simply didn't cover all of the steps.
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yeah, I have seen that thread; so, just use unrevoked 3 for mac to "start" the process, and just follow the thread once you have root?
I dont recall if there are any ".exe" files you need to run through the process, since you obviously cant run those on a Mac..
thanks!
Hi, I know this thread is old but I'm resurrecting it because it sort of applies to my situation.
Basically I want to know if I could use this to flash to an old stock update as opposed to a beta build. (I'm on an epic so I won't go into more details, just curious if I can use this basic methodology since I do not have any access to a windows machine and ODIN does not work on mac). Thank you!
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Been lurking for a while and reading up on rooting and flashing roms. Picking up my Evo tomorrow and I am going to root and flash a custom rom then. I have all of the necessary files downloaded and have read over TheBiles instructions numerous times. My question is on Section I Step 4 when I download unrevoked do I need to be concerned about downloading the correct version of unrevoked? I know that changes have been made to that app to allow more of a "complete" root but I am not interested in rooting that way. I just want to follow the guide provided by TheBiles so I want to make sure that I am downloading the proper version of unrevoked.
Thanks in advance for your help.
I'm not really sure about the changes to Unrevoked. I followed The Biles method a week or two ago and it went just fine using Unrevoked. I'm not even sure that it's actually Root. I think all it does is allow superuser access temporarily to allow you to backup your phone prior to actually rooting.
Once you've done the backup using Titanium Backup (and you aren't going to even need that on a fresh phone) it wants you to reboot into the phones recovery system and flash the actual firmware/whatever update that roots the phone.
So, long post made short: I think you can skip the Unrevoked part and go directly to flashing PC36IMG.zip. But I'm not 100% positive.
Used to know how to run/install custom kitchens in the WinMo scene, but I'm still learning the ins and outs of Android.
I currently have a stock EVO running 2.1, which I ran unrevoked 3 on to get root (though from reading, I understand that's not "full" root). I only have Titanium Backup, & WiFi Tether, as those are the only real reason that I wanted root.
Now I would like to upgrade to Froyo, and given all the information, I just want to be sure I have the right method.
I understand that there currently is no way to root stock 2.2.
From my current start point, is this the proper way to upgrade?
1. Obtain full root by using Simpleroot 3-click method.
2. Download stock 2.2 rom, and load onto sd card, then rename to "update.zip"
3. reboot phone and let it install 2.2
Will this let me retain the root access, and allow me to reinstall the WiFi tether and Titanium Backup while running 2.2?
Thanks!
Zxurian said:
Used to know how to run/install custom kitchens in the WinMo scene, but I'm still learning the ins and outs of Android.
I currently have a stock EVO running 2.1, which I ran unrevoked 3 on to get root (though from reading, I understand that's not "full" root). I only have Titanium Backup, & WiFi Tether, as those are the only real reason that I wanted root.
Now I would like to upgrade to Froyo, and given all the information, I just want to be sure I have the right method.
I understand that there currently is no way to root stock 2.2.
From my current start point, is this the proper way to upgrade?
1. Obtain full root by using Simpleroot 3-click method.
2. Download stock 2.2 rom, and load onto sd card, then rename to "update.zip"
3. reboot phone and let it install 2.2
Will this let me retain the root access, and allow me to reinstall the WiFi tether and Titanium Backup while running 2.2?
Thanks!
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#1 - Excellent choice and right on the money!
#2 - Don't download ANY Froyo ROM that doesn't specifically say it's rooted! Also, DO NOT EVER accept any OTA updates. There are probably 8-10 2.2 Froyo ROMs in the dev section that are rooted for your delight, choose one you like the best.
#3 - Once you pick the ROM you want, put in the root of your sdcard. Then wipe followed by flash the zip from recovery.
As always, don't forget to nandroid backup FIRST!
SteelH said:
#1 - Excellent choice and right on the money!
#2 - Don't download ANY Froyo ROM that doesn't specifically say it's rooted! Also, DO NOT EVER accept any OTA updates. There are probably 8-10 2.2 Froyo ROMs in the dev section that are rooted for your delight, choose one you like the best.
#3 - Once you pick the ROM you want, put in the root of your sdcard. Then wipe followed by flash the zip from recovery.
As always, don't forget to nandroid backup FIRST!
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Thanks for the reply!
Never use a stock provided ROM, got it .
Okay, so I have to use a pre-rooted custom ROM to retain root after the upgrade.
Going by the one in your signature, it looks like that's just the stock rom, that has been adjusted to retain root privlages, (which is what I'm looking for) is that correct?
Okay, having some trouble using the SimpleRoot method.
I've tried both the Simpleroot .1, and Simpleroot 1.47, both of them lead to the following error. When the prompt on the computer tells me to boot into bootloader, then wait for the device to prompt me to install update, I get the following message on my phone:
Code:
Main Version is older!
Update Fail!
Do you want to reboot device?
<VOL UP> Yes
<VOL DOWN> No
Am I already fully rooted when I ran unrEVOker?
don't like to bump, but would like any help if possible.
I'd like to upgrade to Froyo, and still retain my root.
Thanks!
Zxurian said:
don't like to bump, but would like any help if possible.
I'd like to upgrade to Froyo, and still retain my root.
Thanks!
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enter "Main Version is older" in the forum search, and you can find a bunch of threads discussing this (as well as possible solutions)
Successfully I downgraded Evo from 2.2 to 2.1 android. and I want to upgrade it a gin to 2.2.
not only downgraded but also rooted 2.1 Android.
I get error message Error code: 1012
and when I download the official 2.2 it prosed but after a while its stuck!
what to do?
Can you help me to updated the rooted evo 2.1 to the official 2.2 please?
You need to make sure that nand is unlocked. Do Simple Root found in the dev forums or complete Part 2 of Toast's How to Root Guide also in the dev forums.
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Ibraheemoman said:
Successfully I downgraded Evo from 2.2 to 2.1 android. and I want to upgrade it a gin to 2.2.
not only downgraded but also rooted 2.1 Android.
I get error message Error code: 1012
and when I download the official 2.2 it prosed but after a while its stuck!
what to do?
Can you help me to updated the rooted evo 2.1 to the official 2.2 please?
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if you used the unrevoked way for both root and forever then you can't upgrade, you can download the ota all you want, but it will not install, which leads me to believe those of us who rooted this way will never be able to except a ota, so we might have to just rely on custom ROM's, which are better anyways.
I'd recommend Netarchy's HTC OTA Froyo 2.2 final build, and don't forget a custom kernel as well to go with that to make it really perform, also recommend Netarchy's 4.1.9 cfs kernel.
tomh1979 said:
if you used the unrevoked way for both root and forever then you can't upgrade, you can download the ota all you want, but it will not install, which leads me to believe those of us who rooted this way will never be able to except a ota, so we might have to just rely on custom ROM's, which are better anyways.
I'd recommend Netarchy's HTC OTA Froyo 2.2 final build, and don't forget a custom kernel as well to go with that to make it really perform, also recommend Netarchy's 4.1.9 cfs kernel.
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Tanks for offering me a solution but I do not who to install a rooted room in my device, I am just knew to HTC,
So what are the steps to install knowNetarchy's HTC OTA Froyo 2.2 final build to a rooted Evo?
Ibraheemoman said:
Tanks for offering me a solution but I do not who to install a rooted room in my device, I am just knew to HTC,
So what are the steps to install knowNetarchy's HTC OTA Froyo 2.2 final build to a rooted Evo?
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Thanks for offering me a solution but I do not how to install a rooted room in my device, I am just knew to HTC,
So what are the steps to install knowNetarchy's HTC OTA Froyo 2.2 final build to a rooted Evo?
Ibraheemoman said:
Thanks for offering me a solution but I do not how to install a rooted room in my device, I am just knew to HTC,
So what are the steps to install knowNetarchy's HTC OTA Froyo 2.2 final build to a rooted Evo?
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All of the instructions are in the forums. Read and follow the steps. You need to put in some of your own effort. No one is going to do it for you.
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Ibraheemoman said:
Thanks for offering me a solution but I do not how to install a rooted room in my device, I am just knew to HTC,
So what are the steps to install knowNetarchy's HTC OTA Froyo 2.2 final build to a rooted Evo?
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Check out this link http://unrevoked.com/rootwiki/doku.php/public/forever
Check out the section labeled "Reinstalling an official recovery" and it tells you what you need to do to install OTA Roms.
Give me a thumbs up if this helps.
reekotubbs said:
Check out this link http://unrevoked.com/rootwiki/doku.php/public/forever
Check out the section labeled "Reinstalling an official recovery" and it tells you what you need to do to install OTA Roms.
Give me a thumbs up if this helps.
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In my sig, you can find a detailed guide for upgrading using Unrevoked Forever + the official OTA.
Ibraheemoman said:
Tanks for offering me a solution but I do not who to install a rooted room in my device, I am just knew to HTC,
So what are the steps to install knowNetarchy's HTC OTA Froyo 2.2 final build to a rooted Evo?
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it's really easy with installing roms, they all come with instructions, which are clear and simple, mostly just boot into recovery once you get that taken care of, do a factory data wipe, and install rom that is stored on your sd card in the download file, once you do it, you see how easy and simple it is, just make a nandroid backup first before doing the factory reset IMO.
tomh1979 said:
it's really easy with installing roms, they all come with instructions, which are clear and simple, mostly just boot into recovery once you get that taken care of, do a factory data wipe, and install rom that is stored on your sd card in the download file, once you do it, you see how easy and simple it is, just make a nandroid backup first before doing the factory reset IMO.
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Actually I did something else and it worked.
1- copied OTA official update to SD-card
2- waped the device
3- install the official update from SD-Card,
4- Restart
5- Delete user data from SD-card
it work fin I have the Superuser Icon, but I cannot access to the root as before, its OK as far as my device is back.
reekotubbs said:
Check out this link http://unrevoked.com/rootwiki/doku.php/public/forever
Check out the section labeled "Reinstalling an official recovery" and it tells you what you need to do to install OTA Roms.
Give me a thumbs up if this helps.
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Actually I did something else and it worked.
1- copied OTA official update to SD-card
2- waped the device
3- install the official update from SD-Card,
4- Restart
5- Delete user data from SD-card
it work fin I have the Superuser Icon, but I cannot access to the root as before, its OK as far as my device is back.
Hello,
I am pretty new in flashing android phones. I am the owner of a desire Z, i did flash a few phones before, but is wat the touch pro or the kaiser. This (android) seems a lot more difficult.
I started to read some tutorials, but I guess I am doing something wrong.
This are my steps
1. Rooting
2. superwipe
3. install
Am I missing something or is this correct? And what rom is preferable?
Thank you
What is your root method? Gaining root could be temporarily done using the Visionary app (not really recommended), but does not give you the ability to flash ROMs to the phone.
The full unlock/rooting/"I want to flash ROMs" method is listed here. Follow that and you shouldn't have any issues.
biohazrd51 said:
What is your root method? Gaining root could be temporarily done using the Visionary app (not really recommended), but does not give you the ability to flash ROMs to the phone.
The full unlock/rooting/"I want to flash ROMs" method is listed here. Follow that and you shouldn't have any issues.
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This guide should be much easier to follow if downgrading and rooting is what you want. http://www.desirez.strawmetal.com/p/downgrading-from-gingerbread-to-froyo.html
ive rooted my desirehd some years ago using ace hack kit and that kept me busy and satisfied until now. i really need to upgrade to the newer version of android that my device can run smooth but without loosing my root can anyone advise ?? keep in mind that until now i never tried to flash anything to my device am completely noob but i fell in love with the possibilities root gave me on software and i dont want to loose it.
Flashing ROM...
freakshowonboard said:
ive rooted my desirehd some years ago using ace hack kit and that kept me busy and satisfied until now. i really need to upgrade to the newer version of android that my device can run smooth but without loosing my root can anyone advise ?? keep in mind that until now i never tried to flash anything to my device am completely noob but i fell in love with the possibilities root gave me on software and i dont want to loose it.
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No worries, Since you're worried regarding your root access. All Roms that you see here are custom ROMs and comes with Prerooted so don't afraid of flashing it.
Just to be safe side, Install latest recovery either CWM or 4ext and backup your Stock or any custom ROM you're on.
Flash Any ROM made for Desire HD. But be aware that if you're S-ON then flash Boot.IMG before or after complete flashing your ROM via HBoot in order to get proper connectivity and your ROM to work properly. If you're S-Off already then no need to flash boot.img since system will take care of it.
Even then you're worried regarding how to flash then type in YouTube for How to flash custom Ron for Desire HD. So that you'll get exact idea about it.
Very important: Make sure your radio and hboot is latest. Or you should running last official update from HTC which is gingerbread 2.3.5 Otherwise you need to upgrade that first prior to flash any custom ROM from any source.
Get on 4.4.3 its latest yet stable.
thank you dr.patron99 am following your instructions and reporting a brief of what ive done so i can get your guidance on how to continue
step 1: made full backup of my phone
step 2: Ive updated my rom manager to v5.5.3.7 and flashed latest recovery available which is clockworkmod 5.0.2.0
step 3: ive run full rom backup once more just to be on safe side (through rom manager) and checked if backup has been created then i transferred backup to my pc and to a thumb drive.
step 4: ive checked to see my S-condition and am on S-OFF so i guess i wont need to flash Boot.IMG right?
step 5: am not sure how to check which one is it or even upgrade radio and hboot to its latest, does country/network operator plays a role here? if yes i live in CY (cyprus) which is a European country and am under 2 network operators CYTA and MTN.