I'm not sure what my phone is. I have it through metro PCs. I'm really trying to get all this pointless stupid **** off if my phone. I've been all through xda and cyanogen and just can't seem to find anything that works.
Any help is appreciated.
Sent from my HTC-PG762 using XDA
MetroPCS is a CDMA carrier.
Therefore, your phone is the Marvelc. (A510c).
smokeweedeveryday said:
I'm not sure what my phone is. I have it through metro PCs. I'm really trying to get all this pointless stupid **** off if my phone. I've been all through xda and cyanogen and just can't seem to find anything that works.
Any help is appreciated.
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Or you could just go into bootloader by taking out the battery and holding volume down+power and check to see wether its Marvel, MarvelC, or MarvelCT
First you need to enable bootloader by going to settings>power>fastboot make sure you unchecked fastboot.
Okay, it is marvelc.
Now is there any ROM that is supported for my device?
Sent from my HTC-PG762 using XDA
Mostly stock, CM7 is In the works only need to fix camera and mms then its gonna be great and once there is a working CM7 miui will be available soon after
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Oh okay cool. Thank you. i guess i will just wait for that build to be done. and THEN i will figure out S-OFF on this phone. i cant seem to get it unlocked :/ despite many hours tonight of many variations and directions and tutorials ETC..
Thanks again friend.
smokeweedeveryday said:
Oh okay cool. Thank you. i guess i will just wait for that build to be done. and THEN i will figure out S-OFF on this phone. i cant seem to get it unlocked :/ despite many hours tonight of many variations and directions and tutorials ETC..
Thanks again friend.
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You don't need to unlock it, just S-OFF it. Our amazing devs here have found out a way for MarvelC or cdma marvels to get s-off in a very simple way. Just search a bit, you'll find it.
Good luck.
-SDOTN
I have searched, and tried 2 different tutorials. no results.
This helped me to get S-off on my MetroPCS Wildfire S phone - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIKsoZf2BCA&feature=related, but it didn't root me though for some reason. That's when I kind of turned to this guide to root - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1195275, but MrTaco told me to use this file - http://www.sendspace.com/file/4svn2h, instead of the custom recovery one on that guide. All you have to do with that file is download it, then extract it to the desktop, and then run the recovery.bat, while the phone is plugged into the computer with charge only and USB debugging on.
It's a lot easier. Then all you have to do is follow the steps in part 2 of that rooting guide. Also, if you do want the bootloader unlocked, you can skip the RUU part on the htvdev.com site and go ahead with the other steps. That's what I did, and I never had a problem with this phone.
Thank you, i will give that a try later on tonight.
With good end results, with my phone rooted, i can use roms and such right?
smokeweedeveryday said:
Thank you, i will give that a try later on tonight.
With good end results, with my phone rooted, i can use roms and such right?
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I know this seems like the most retarded question ever, but can anyone point me in the right direction? Yes, I've used search and the results were all bogged down with trivial crap. I want to root my Incredible so I can use a Gingerbread ROM. I'm completely ignorant when it comes to rooting and crap, so could someone preferably point me towards a beginners guide? Thanks.
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Htcdinc said:
I know this seems like the most retarded question ever, but can anyone point me in the right direction? Yes, I've used search and the results were all bogged down with trivial crap. I want to root my Incredible so I can use a Gingerbread ROM. I'm completely ignorant when it comes to rooting and crap, so could someone preferably point me towards a beginners guide? Thanks.
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visit www.unrevoked.com and download their tool. it's very simple, read the instructions, if you're on windows install the correct drivers and just hit the button. but please read the FAQ and readme carefully and if you don't understand something feel free to PM me because I might not see this thread and i'll help you as best I can.
Edit: Any question like this messing with your phone is not stupid. This is a great community with knowledgable people and we all started out in the same boat. Ask questions you need to ask and I guarantee you a dozen people atleast will try to help you out bud.
I had trouble with the clockworkmod as I have an SLCD. Follow this link, it explains it better than I ever could.
http://jonsuh.com/2010/11/root-your-droid-incredible-how-to/
How does one un root the device?
Sent from my HTC Incredible
Cryous said:
How does one un root the device?
Sent from my HTC Incredible
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You use a RUU and flash it like a radio through your update. It will set your phone back to just like you got it from verizon. No CWM, ROM, Kernel, any evidence of tampering. It's the best thing to do if you break your phone. Although I sent my old one in that I bricked without doing it and they sent me a new one and never said anything.
How do I flash a radio? Just go into clockwork? Or?
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Cryous said:
How do I flash a radio? Just go into clockwork? Or?
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You download the file and make sure it is named exactly PB31IMG.zip
then:
1. Put the PB31IMG.zip onto the root of your SD card
2. Turn your phone off (not reboot)
3. Hold volume down and the power button until your phone boots up into HBoot
It will ask you if you want to update, press volume up to update.
Then once it finishes it will ask you if you want to reboot, press volume down.
Here is the newest radio:
csseale said:
Incdoes is putting it out on his twitter..anyone wanna dive in and try it...I am not brave enough. Its an 11/19 baseband.
Linkhttp://db.tt/F9khqUy
Md5 sum:
e559db670e8c520b871e9a658f5acbb9
Checkerhttp://www.md5summer.org/
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from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=874355
Here is the official radio thread by adrenalyne: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=774155&highlight=radio
You need to be very careful doing this, while it is a simple process if the is at all corrupt or you interrupt the update you will brick your phone and won't be able to use it at all. Make sure the md5 sums check out. PM me if you have more questions and i'll help you to the best of my abilities. Good luck bro.
Il be pming you shortly, how do i md5 hash check?
Sent from my HTC Incredible
Cryous said:
Il be pming you shortly, how do i md5 hash check?
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http://www.bullzip.com/products/md5/info.php
Cryous said:
Il be pming you shortly, how do i md5 hash check?
Sent from my HTC Incredible
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You can use Astro to do that. Click and hold on the file, then click details, and wait for it to display it.
Sent from my Droid Incredible running Myn's Warm Two Point Two RLS4.
morph3k said:
You use a RUU and flash it like a radio through your update. It will set your phone back to just like you got it from verizon. No CWM, ROM, Kernel, any evidence of tampering. It's the best thing to do if you break your phone. Although I sent my old one in that I bricked without doing it and they sent me a new one and never said anything.
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I've used a RUU with flashing WM,is it the same idea? Does one use a computer to flash, or is the RUU on the phone and flash off the SD card? I do appreciate you helping us newbees to android.
kmanuel74 said:
I've used a RUU with flashing WM,is it the same idea? Does one use a computer to flash, or is the RUU on the phone and flash off the SD card? I do appreciate you helping us newbees to android.
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I am not sure what "flashing WM" is. I am no expert at Android. I've had mine for 3 months but it's very addicting and i strive to learn more always and people were willing to help me and gave me the feeling that none of my questions were stupid. I hope I can make others feel the same.
You put the RUU on your SD card on the phone. The link I posted will go through it step by step but basically you just load the RUU (PB31IMG.zip) to the main directory of your SD card, power off, volume down + power button and press volume up when it asks you to update and most importantly DO NOT interrupt it. Make sure your battery isn't going to die, your battery won't accidently dislodge and if it seems like its frozen just let it sit there and seem like it is. It is very important not to interrupt radio's and RUU's
kmanuel74 said:
I've used a RUU with flashing WM,is it the same idea? Does one use a computer to flash, or is the RUU on the phone and flash off the SD card? I do appreciate you helping us newbees to android.
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Their are 2 options one like posted above that is flashed through hboot from the sd card or the RUU which is a Windows PC based .exe. You can find both with instructions here http://dougpiston.com/?p=7
I think I forgot to post the link but here is a great RUU walkthrough. Very easy to follow:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=786436&highlight=stock
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I am not sure what "flashing WM" is. I am no expert at Android.
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I've flashed custom ROMs to Windows Mobile phones for awhile. You don't need to be an expert to help, just need to know more than me.
kmanuel74 said:
I've flashed custom ROMs to Windows Mobile phones for awhile. You don't need to be an expert to help, just need to know more than me.
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Yeah it'd be the same concept just root and make sure you do a backup (nandroid) so incase something messes up you can go into clockwork recovery and restore your backup and not lose everything
Htcdinc said:
I know this seems like the most retarded question ever, but can anyone point me in the right direction? Yes, I've used search and the results were all bogged down with trivial crap. I want to root my Incredible so I can use a Gingerbread ROM. I'm completely ignorant when it comes to rooting and crap, so could someone preferably point me towards a beginners guide? Thanks.
Sent from my ADR6300 using XDA App
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I Recently *Rooted* My Girlfriend's "HTC Droid Incredible" & *NOTE* This Was After The "OTA" Was Sent Out!! Lol!! I Say This Because Alotta Advice, & Posts I Read Didn't Work If You Received That "DAMN OTA"
But Finally, The Method That Worked For Me Was The *NEW* Method From "Unrevoked-Forever"
I Think I Was The 3.22 Method, But Can't Remember For Sure!!
Anyway, All You Have To Do Is Download: The Boot Drivers, The Unrevoked-Forever Zip., & The 3.22 Zip (Or Whatever The Newest Version Is Now)??
Then Install The "HBootDrivers" To Your Computer!! Follow The Video On The *unrevoked.com* Website!!
Then Open The File 3.22 File, & Click The Top Left File Button, Make Sure USB Debugging Is Enabled Settings/Applications/Development, Connect Your Phone & Let It Run!!
*Note* It Will Look Like It's Not Doing Anything, But It Is, Let It Run!
It Takes About Fourty Minutes To Complete & Will TELL YOU WHEN IT'S FINISHED!!
GOOD-LUCK!!
Sent from my HERO200 using XDA App
morph3k said:
visit www.unrevoked.com and download their tool. it's very simple, read the instructions, if you're on windows install the correct drivers and just hit the button. but please read the FAQ and readme carefully and if you don't understand something feel free to PM me because I might not see this thread and i'll help you as best I can.
Edit: Any question like this messing with your phone is not stupid. This is a great community with knowledgable people and we all started out in the same boat. Ask questions you need to ask and I guarantee you a dozen people atleast will try to help you out bud.
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I Agree With "Morph3k"
Ask Your Questions!! And.... (@Morph3k) Good Post!! Edit: Section!!
Sent from my HERO200 using XDA App
Well, after reading more into it I think I'll forget about rooting my Inc...don't think I'm tech savvy enough. I'd probably end up bricking the phone. I appreciate the help though.
Htcdinc said:
Well, after reading more into it I think I'll forget about rooting my Inc...don't think I'm tech savvy enough. I'd probably end up bricking the phone. I appreciate the help though.
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I Understand.... But If It Makes You Feel Any Better, I Have Hardly Any Patients, Get Pissed Easily With "Tricky-For-No-Reason-Wording" BUT.... Tell You The Truth If You Go To Unrevoked Like I Said You Can More Or Less, Look At Step By Step Pictures, On How To Load The Drivers!! Well Either Way, If You Change Your Mind, Holla At Me, I'll Walk You Through It!! Happy Holidays!!
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how can i unlock G2 ?? if it free how ? ad if not , what is the cheapest and TRUSTED way by the web ? thnks all
using stock kernal, and use gfree
man what is gfree and how 2 use it ?
look in dev section, there is guides on how to use gfree and root, best is to look at xda vision wiki
No one here is going to hold your hand through it. You have to search and learn a little. Then you will notice a lot more help
Sent from my T-Mobile G2 using XDA Premium App
The term "unlocked" is confusing. Do you mean rooted or SIM unlocked?
Either way, it can be done for free. Link has instructions for rooting. If you want SIM unlocked, you need to root AND be Subsidy Unlocked. This method is considered the safest.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=HTC_Vision#Rooting_the_Vision_.28G2.2FDZ.29_and_DHD
Look up rooting g2 no abd required. If you have a new one. You will have to downgrade after u get s-off but no root and then do the same process again. Holding hands is good.
Sent from my HTC Vision using XDA Premium App
helpppppppppppppppp meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee , i cant do it !
moe898 said:
helpppppppppppppppp meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee , i cant do it !
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You're going to need to type more than a couple words if you want real help. Did you try any root methods? If so, which one, and where are you stuck. You haven't told us enough to allow us to help you at all.
I've posted the instructions for rooting and getting subsidy unlock in my previous response.
lsn man , i dont do anything cuz am a beginner , i cant understand anything of the wiki says !
Why are so many people unwilling to learn anything any more?
Sent from my HTC Vision
well seems like you don't want to do it yourself sooo...
go on craigslist and pay someone to root it for you -_-
I wonder if the guy can explain why he wants it rooted.
moe898 said:
lsn man , i dont do anything cuz am a beginner , i cant understand anything of the wiki says !
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if you dont try, then you wont learn. Read the link and if you have any specific questions then ask.
the wiki is as "rooting for idiots" as it gets. if you can't follow the steps one by one, then pay someone to root it for you.
This is a sticky from here. Follow the directions to the letter. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928160 It's not that hard. Just follow the DIRECTIONS. Failure to follow the directions will result in a high dollar paper weight. If you brick your phone it was by your own doing. Just know the outcome if you mess up.
Don't pay attention to all these people telling you that you'll "learn" if you really want it done. We were all new at some point, and I never have seen the usefulness in comments like that. Anyway, there are lots of us out there willing to help, post up exactly what you don't understand and I'll do my best to help you out. However, whatever you do DO NOT attempt perm rooting with visionary, your phone would most likely turn into a really pretty paperweight
Sent from my shiny metal G2 w/ meXdroid V3
PaganAng3l said:
Don't pay attention to all these people telling you that you'll "learn" if you really want it done. We were all new at some point, and I never have seen the usefulness in comments like that. Anyway, there are lots of us out there willing to help, post up exactly what you don't understand and I'll do my best to help you out. However, whatever you do DO NOT attempt perm rooting with visionary, your phone would most likely turn into a really pretty paperweight
Sent from my shiny metal G2 w/ meXdroid V3
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i disagree with you. I have been here at xda for a long time and I relied first on reading instructions that have been posted a long time ago and when I had questions I specifically ask about the part I didn't understand not shoot first and ask later.
Here on xda since 2008. If he honestly wants real help then he has to make an effort to learn not just look at the wiki and just throw a general help cry. The wiki has the instructions step by step. If you have specific questions about a step or two, then ask that, not "I'M NOT A PRO, HELP PLS"
Speaking of root I can't have a pc so I can't downgrade to stock ota don't really want to either. I'm guessing only way to root is still going to need me to downgrade.
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Kdnts07 said:
Speaking of root I can't have a pc so I can't downgrade to stock ota don't really want to either. I'm guessing only way to root is still going to need me to downgrade.
Sent from my T-Mobile G2 using XDA App
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well, based on my understanding (I might be wrong) but I believe it is possible to downgrade from your phone via sd. Again, I might be wrong, but if that is possible then you might be able to achieve root once you do the downgrade. Otherwise, maybe you can borrow a friend's PC to do the downgrade.
Good luck
This should explain how to root.
I've searched, and I've searched, and I've searched...
And I'm still confused.
There's so much old info out there, so many different versions of the same phone, and so many new words I'm not used to, I just can't find the right set of instructions that I need for my phone. All I want to do, is a simple root, and get those stupid freeloading apps that "S" pre-installs off of my phone; I want maps and telenav to stop starting automatically on bootup; I want my battery to fully charge, and I want my mobile hot-spot! I don't want special roms (I'm only 95% certain I know what they are), or anything else special for that matter. Just access to fix my phone so it's not completely useless and constantly rebooting the home screen due to lack of ram.
Here's my stats:
Android version:
2.3.3
Baseband version:
2.15.00.0808
Build number & Software number:
4.54.651.1
If you need any more info, I'll happily post it.
I am NOT asking for someone to hold my hand through the process, just to point me in the direction of the correct guide. I must have read at least 15 different guides now, and haven't a clue which one is the one I need to use.
Palm Pre was so much easier...lol
Extreme thanks in advance.
Here you go dude!! This site should have all the answers to your questions, it helps me a lot when I'm stuck and can't figure things out!!
www.noob-problems.net/issues/android
Thanks "dude" (I'm a chick by the way lol), but that link is not loading.
I'm really just looking for a link to the correct root guide.
Look around for revolutionary root process.
revolutionary.io
There are a couple detailed guides that I know of in the EVO Q&A and General forums...
mazdarider23 said:
Here you go dude!! This site should have all the answers to your questions, it helps me a lot when I'm stuck and can't figure things out!!
www.noob-problems.net/issues/android
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lol!
Funny funny
pittiehensley said:
Thanks "dude" (I'm a chick by the way lol), but that link is not loading.
I'm really just looking for a link to the correct root guide.
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How was I suppose to know you're a chick?
Is not like I can see your boobs or something.....Freaking chill out DUDE! Also, is a lot faster to google then it is to post on here, just saying DUDE!!
I would suggest that u search for revolutionary.io and you will get the info u need. I've used it on 2 of my 2.3.3 evos
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Mohawka said:
I would suggest that u search for revolutionary.io and you will get the info u need. I've used it on 2 of my 2.3.3 evos
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OR if that's too hard.....
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=Root+ HTC+EVO+xda#
I used revolutionary and it was painless. Follow the instructions on the site and the assosiated information and you will not have an issue.
Once rooted you can install another recovery (amon ra) or just use clockwork which revolutionary offers to install. Perform a backup in recovery and reboot your phone.
Get titanium backup and you can start removing the apps you want.
That's what I did, hopefully it helps a bit.
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Thanks, revulutionary is exactly what I needed. Seems like every guide I searched and read, went other directions.
maz - I was giggling about the dude remark, not mad about it (hence the "lol"). Seems maybe you need to save that chill pill for yourself.
mazdarider23 said:
OR if that's too hard.....
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=Root+ HTC+EVO+xda#
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Lols
Sent from my Evo using xda premium
Revolutionary is good. I recommend you read more about custom ROMs after that, there's a good chance you will find something that suits you better than your stock ROM. MIUI and CM7 are both great ROMs to play around with. Make a backup before you do anything with ROMs.
I've helped alot of my friends that are new to android/smartphones/rooting to understand it all and get up and running, if you need help just let me know.
Hi,
I got a Desire HD from a friend for free, and now i want to root it and install custom rom.
I have found alot of rooting guides, but there is a few things that confuses me a lot.
The phone has 2.3.5 software and sense 3.0. So i need to downgrade first, that is okay.
But this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905003
Does what i need to do, but i dont know what android version the phone came with, and my friend just bought it and used it, he is not interested in
phones and things like that so he doesnt know either.
So my problem is that i don't know what android version the phone came with, and if i can use the guide i just linked to
I found many different ways to root it, just got very confused about everything.
Maybe anyone can help me out?
I think your phone comes with 2.2
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How do you know that?
My friend doesnt remember that he updated it..
Alpejohn86 said:
How do you know that?
My friend doesnt remember that he updated it..
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Ok, that guide will get you in troubles. After upgrading to gingerbread, reflashing a froyo RUU will probably get you stuck. The best is always to consider that your phone came with GB, just to avoid issues.
If you want to root you need to follow this:
http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=74
and if you need further help with some basics, just use the guide in my signature. If further help is needed, just let me know!!
Thanks
But im not sure i understand the steps in that guide?
What should i choose in the cmd? There was several things to choose..
EDIT:
I think i understand now, i only need to press 1 as that fixes everything?
The other one is for going back to stock right?
Then it shouldnt be a problem
Alpejohn86 said:
Thanks
But im not sure i understand the steps in that guide?
What should i choose in the cmd? There was several things to choose..
EDIT:
I think i understand now, i only need to press 1 as that fixes everything?
The other one is for going back to stock right?
Then it shouldnt be a problem
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That's it. Just press 1 (hack) and the session will guide you. It shouldn't take more than 5-6 mins. :fingers-crossed:
glevitan said:
That's it. Just press 1 (hack) and the session will guide you. It shouldn't take more than 5-6 mins. :fingers-crossed:
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Okay, sounds great!
But is there any other steps after the hack kit has finished?
I read that the volume up need to work, mine doesnt but im waiting on a new ribbon cable to fix it
After much trial and error I was able to root and s-off an Vzw HTC one on 4.4 hboot 1.56. Currently setting up cm11. Screen shots and instructions after I come home from work assuming I have access to the home laptop (currently shared with older brother and he uses it for school)
ThatArchVillan said:
After much trial and error I was able to root and s-off an Vzw HTC one on 4.4 hboot 1.56. Currently setting up cm11. Screen shots and instructions after I come home from work assuming I have access to the home laptop (currently shared with older brother and he uses it for school)
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how did you do it? im trying to do this for a friend so any help would be awesome:laugh:
xp500 said:
how did you do it? im trying to do this for a friend so any help would be awesome:laugh:
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Mod Edit: Removed Instructions.
This will make easier for people with no computer.. thanks
This worked great! Thank you.
my fabulous HTC one
You say, do it's thing. Did you just manually restart the phone? Mine appears locked up, saying Chuggging.......
Been about 20 minutes now.
Works
Works. after this just flash a recovery and root
it worked!! nice!!!!!!!
Sticky?
Sent from my Lunar Ecliptic One.
This is a terrible idea and risks a brick. Instructions state to use a pc for good reasons.
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beaups said:
This is a terrible idea and risks a brick. Instructions state to use a pc for good reasons.
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It is better than using a Windows 8 computer with only usb 3.0 ports. Until this thread I was stuck stock. I wasn't unhappy stock but I'm happier with s-off and a custom Rom. This thread could include a warning. Do at own risk. Brick is possible. But otherwise it was safe and worked like a charm.
my fabulous HTC one
flashman2002 said:
It is better than using a Windows 8 computer with only usb 3.0 ports. Until this thread I was stuck stock. I wasn't unhappy stock but I'm happier with s-off and a custom Rom. This thread could include a warning. Do at own risk. Brick is possible. But otherwise it was safe and worked like a charm.
my fabulous HTC one
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Usb 3 ports work fine with adb and Windows 8. When someone comes in here and asks why they can't do anything with their phone for ~2 weeks because it's stuck in a weird state, point them to this post.
Like I said, we specifically mention NOT to do it this way for a reason. We don't just write these instructions because it's fun....
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Greetings,
If @beaups or @jcase advise against using a certain method you should heed their warning.
They have both been finding s-off exploits for all of us for many years, and they know what they are talking about.
The instructions were removed as a precaution.
Thread closed.
Thank You,
BD619