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This is a root injected FACTORY Stock L900VPALJ1 Odin Flashable Image. You flash this in Odin just as you would the completely stock ROM from samsung. I've simply injected the su binary and SuperSu app so you now have rooted stock image.
So if you want to keep your device stock yet have the functionality of root without tripping the counter or messing up OTA updates then this would be your best bet.
You can get ODIN here
and the drivers for the SPH-L900 so ODIN can detect your phone can be found at Samsung's site. Click on the Manuals & Downloads tab at the bottom and then on Software for the latest driver.
Instructions:
First, Download Image:
New Full Rom VPALJC
Mirror 1: root66_SPR_L900VPALJC.7z
Orig Release JB 4.1.1
Mirror 1: root66_SPR_L900VPALJ1.7z
Mirror 2: root66_SPR_L900VPALJ1.7z
Second, Extract and Flash:
Extract the root66_SPR_L900VPALJ1.tar.md5 from the .7z file you downloaded.
Use Odin, put phone into download mode [with phone off, hold vol. down + home + power ], connect to computer and open Odin.
once in odin click the PDA field and select the root66_SPR_L900VPALJ1.tar.md5 you downloaded.
Leave Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checked.
click start and
when done let phone reboot.
If you have issues flashing with Odin please ensure you are using the microusb cable that came with the phone, users have had issues using other cables.
If you just want a stock, rooted phone with no custom recovery, no plans to flash custom roms, etc. then you can stop HERE.
OTA Updates:
Stock Recovery: Once rooted with above method, if you receive a notification for an OTA update, it has been verified you can use OTA RootKeeper to retain root through the update process.
Non-Stock Recovery: If you have loaded a non-stock recovery (per below) you can simply use it to flash the OTA update flashable zip I've created.
Mirror 1: OTA Update LJ1 to LJC
Mirror 2: OTA Update LJ1 to LJC
Optional, Recovery (will trip counter):
It seems loading any custom recovery will trip the download mode flash counter. Loading a non stock recovery will also prevent you from successfully applying any OTA updates however here is a procedure for any who want a non-stock recovery:
Currently I see TWRP has support for this device so the instructions here will install that recovery.
Option 1: Download GooManager from the Play store. Once installed click the menu and select "Install OpenRecovery Script".
Option 2: Download the TWRP recovery image here. Copy it to the /sdcard of your phone.
Connect your phone to your computer and use adb
type adb shell
once in the shell run su
then
dd if=/sdcard/openrecovery-twrp-2.3.1.1-t0ltespr.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p9
Alternate if unfamiliar with adb commands
Grab android terminal emulator from the play store and run the same commands starting with su and then the dd command.
De-Bloater
If you've made it this far with a stock, rooted phone with CWM or TWRP and you don't want to flash a custom rom (which will do its own de-bloating) you can check out my mrRobinson Note II De-Bloater to easily get rid of bloat system apps you no longer want to see. Simply flash in CWM or TWRP like anything else and you will be presented with a menu system to choose what to remove. If you are unsure it is safe to pick Minimal and still get a decent de-bloat.
Bonus Files
ODIN Flashable LJC Stock Recovery: SPR_recovery_L900VPALJC.tar.md5
CWM Flashable LJC Modem: modem_CWM_L900VPALJC.zip
History:
I've injected root into other stock images and those threads have a lot of valuable information which could answer some questions that may arise here. If you have time to do some reading here are a few of the informative ones:
Samsung Galaxy S3 [ATT / Bell / Telus / Rogers / Sasktel ]
Samsung Galaxy S3 [TMO / Wind / Mobilicity]
Also did sprint and vzw but there isn't much there that won't be covered above.
FAQ
Does this remove the Sprint bloatware?
A: No. It is same as stock, nothing is removed.
Does this use an unsecured boot.img
A: No. This flashes the stock boot.img in the VPALJ1 image.
If my flash counter has been tripped, and I flash this and reset the counter, will it stay at 0.
A: Yes, as long as you don't then flash a non-stock recovery.
Can I still get OTA updates?
A: Yes if you do not load a custom recovery or remove any system apps OTA updates will still come and be able to be successfully applied. If you want to retain root through the OTA process I'd recommend trying the SuperSU survival mode.
okay will this reset my phone completely? or just install root
Question can this be implemented in to custom roms the "not tripping the counter"
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steviee7 said:
okay will this reset my phone completely? or just install root
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Just root.
moose1313 said:
Question can this be implemented in to custom roms the "not tripping the counter"
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No. Custom roms would trip.
Nice work!
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No. Custom roms would trip.
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Thanks I only asked because I figured if it could be injected as in tricking the phone this is coming from the manufacturer you could also tweak other things and still get away with it. ..Also without an OTA released yet can you say 100% an OTA will go through with no problems if we used this Thanks again
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No. Custom roms would trip.
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maybe im just a lil special at the moment, i haven't tripped the flash counter yet i learn something when i had the s3 i think that after you flash the tar for the recovery wait till its done (uncheck reboot before u flash) and then pull the battery and it doesnt trip the counter. if im wrong someone please correct me.
Just wanted to let everyone know I did this method then accepted the OTA update and I'm still rooted. Thanks for this!
Very nice! Thank you very much! This will make it easy to go back to stock AND have custom recovery!
wraptor said:
Just wanted to let everyone know I did this method then accepted the OTA update and I'm still rooted. Thanks for this!
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Anyway u could get this in the hands of devs particularly joshbeach so he can start getting this in the jellybomb rom?
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If I odin this, does it reset everything? Seems large for just a reocvery
JBizzleFoSho said:
If I odin this, does it reset everything? Seems large for just a reocvery
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Its not just a recovery. that's a root method that trips the counter. Maybe you responded in wrong thread.
This will reset nothing, just fyi.
yay gonna run this and flash the new update .... ive been doing dirty jellybomb flashes for quite awhile time a start with a fresh base :good:
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wraptor said:
Just wanted to let everyone know I did this method then accepted the OTA update and I'm still rooted. Thanks for this!
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I did it and lost root
fatboypup said:
yay gonna run this and flash the new update .... ive been doing dirty jellybomb flashes for quite awhile time a start with a fresh base :good:
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I did it and lost root
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yes you should as it overwrites all /system. use an ota rootkeeper or supersu survival mode to retain root through the ota process.
mrRobinson said:
yes you should as it overwrites all /system. use an ota rootkeeper or supersu survival mode to retain root through the ota process.
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thanks
Yes sorry must of been delirious last night. Some of my programs that need root (like mybackuppro) still work after the OTA so I just assumed all was good. Titanium backup doesn't however confirming no root =/. Best method to get it back?
wraptor said:
Yes sorry must of been delirious last night. Some of my programs that need root (like mybackuppro) still work after the OTA so I just assumed all was good. Titanium backup doesn't however confirming no root =/. Best method to get it back?
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i ran CF auto root then installed rootkeeper than flashed the update again ..... still tying to get custom recovery going at the moment TWRP from goo manager says it installed but its not sticking i goto recovery and its still stock
actually i looked at the patch.... I don't see where it would be removing root.... I must be missing something.
fatboypup said:
i ran CF auto root then installed rootkeeper than flashed the update again ..... still tying to get custom recovery going at the moment TWRP from goo manager says it installed but its not sticking i goto recovery and its still stock
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if you have a root explorer go to /system/etc and delete the install-recovery.sh file you see there. Or just rename it something else like install-recovery.bak
I have spent a few hours trying to read through all of the similar posts, but I am new to this and still have some questions.
I bought a used Epic 4g Touch, converted it from Sprint to Ting, found out that it is rooted, and I have been unable to successfully perform the FL24 update. I have backed up everything using Titanium Backup. It would be nice to not have to restore everything, but it would not that big of a deal to start from scratch.
I would like to update the phone to the latest fully working version of Android or at least get rid of this annoying reminder to update my phone. I have read that I need to unroot my phone first, but other posters indicated that it would be possible to just install an updated ROM and bypass that step. As someone else rooted the phone, my knowledge of these steps is quite limited. I am a technical person, but I need some guidance sorting out the contradictory statements.
Also, whatever steps I do to update the phone, will they have any impact on the Ting settings that were changed when I converted it from Sprint?
Thanks for your help.
Bypass it - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1953783 Post 3.
Update to FL24 using FL24 rooted one click which preserves user data. The one click file is in the stickied thread in development forums.
BluesRulez said:
Bypass it - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1953783 Post 3.
Update to FL24 using FL24 rooted one click which preserves user data. The one click file is in the stickied thread in development forums.
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I followed the instructions at: http://www.rwilco12.com/Files/Devic...nt) (SPH-D710)/Tutorials/SPHD710-OneClick.php and the one click file (from http://www.rwilco12.com/downloads.p...710)/Kernels/Stock (TW) Kernels/ICS/One-Click) claimed success, but I am still getting update messages and the build number still shows fl27.
What should I be doing differently?
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I followed the instructions at: http://www.rwilco12.com/Files/Devic...nt) (SPH-D710)/Tutorials/SPHD710-OneClick.php and the one click file (from http://www.rwilco12.com/downloads.p...710)/Kernels/Stock (TW) Kernels/ICS/One-Click) claimed success, but I am still getting update messages and the build number still shows fl27.
What should I be doing differently?
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I also tried using the information on this page: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19375402
I used Mobile ODIN lite to flash to FL24. After rebooting, my phone still shows FI27. I have not been able to find any more advice on what to do when the normal instructions don't do anything. Any help here would be greatly appreciated.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
try a full restore 1 click of fl24, or if youd like you could flash the latest JB build, GB27.
eisawi99 said:
try a full restore 1 click of fl24, or if youd like you could flash the latest JB build, GB27.
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Any reason at this point to not flash directly to GB27?
no... its Jelly Bean and the 2nd to latest version of android. its nearly bug free and its great in general. i recommend you do a full restore and add the apps you want and you can choose whether you want root or not. i have always liked starting fresh.
I am not sure why this update worked when the other one did not, but thanks for the help! So far I am liking the newer OS.
no problem. i am glad i was able to help
The purpose of this thread is hopefully to stop all the new threads being created because of the two very recent updates (MA6+MB1).
Frequently Asked Questions about OTAs
Question 1: Will I lose root if I update?
Answer 1: Yes, if the update goes through at all. See FAQ #3 and the [GUIDE] for more details.
Question 2: How do I update to XXX if I am rooted? Do I need to unroot and go back to stock?
Answer 2: No, this is a common misconception. There is absolutely NO need to unroot, or even to use apps that feature an "OTA survival mode". What you CAN do is head over to freeza's thread and flash the "firmware/modem/baseband" update zip in recovery, and then either wait for the dev of your ROM to update his base to the latest and greatest--most devs will do this one or two days after an update is released--or flash freeza's simple stock rooted rom (from the link above) of the latest update. You could also flag the stock rooted rom and then your preferred custom rom. This way you get the benefits of the latest update, but the features of your preferred rom.
Question 3: How do I get rid of the update notification?
Answer 2: Now, galaxys3man already beat me to the punch on this one, so I will quote his post as this is the only surefire way to get rid of the update notification, but there are a couple alternatives that may or may not work, should you decide to try them, see the [GUIDE] in the second post.
Question 4: I updated to XXX and now I can't find the PRL Write feature? Help!
Ok, so first head over to digiblur's PRL Write Enabler thread and download the one for your version and then just sideload the app. This feature has been disabled for whatever reason on builds ≥ MA4.
Remember: Root is lost, Root is lost, Root is lost, when you take the official update!
GUIDE: Disable the Update Notification
Surefire #1
This method requires editing the build.prop. For a comprehensive guide on how to do this, please head over to galaxys3man30s {Guide} How to edit build props for noobs.
Open your /system/build.prop file and change all instances of MB1 to MD4.
Inside /system/build.prop
ro.build.id=JZO54K.L710VPBMB1
ro.build.version.incremental=L710VPBMB1
ro.build.description=d2spr-user 4.1.2 JZO54 L710VPBMB1 release-keys
ro.build.fingerprint=samsung/d2spr/d2spr:4.1.2/JZO54K/L710VPBMB1:user/release-keys
ro.build.PDA=L710VPBMB1
ro.build.hidden_ver=L710VPBMB1
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NOTE: Its not necessary to change ro.build.id if you don't want to, it will only change what you see under "About Phone" in Settings.
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Surefire #2 (thanks to @rocket321! )
Download the app from this thread
Using a root explorer, move the app downloaded above to /system/app and set the permissions to rw-r--r-- or 644.
Reboot into recovery, wipe cache and dalvik and all will be good.
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Ok, as I said, the above are the only SUREFIRE way to get rid of it, but there are three other methods if you are willing to take the risk.
Alternative 1: Download the update (on a stock rom) and allow to fail when it tries to flash in recovery. There have been mixed reports as to the success of this method, some have had the update flash even while on a custom rom and custom recovery, while others couldn't get it to go through even on pure stock-rooted! The point is, even people with the exact same setup had different results, so try this one at your own risk.
Alternative 2: Disable the items in /system related to the update
I quote:
lordazoroth said:
Solution:
Step 1. Delete the update located in /cache/fota/ and then click the update notification prompt to install it, it will instantly fail and the notification will disappear.
Step 2. Disable Otacerts.zip located in /etc/security by renaming it to otacerts.zip.bak
Step 3. Disable FotaClient.apk and FWUpgrade.apk by renaming with .bak extensions located in /system/app/
Step 4. Reboot
FWUpgrade.apk may be the only file you need to disable to prevent future notifications, but I disable all just in case.
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Alternative 3: Freeze the Software Update app with a program like TitaniumBackup
1. Open the app
2. Scroll to the "All Apps" list, or similar
3. Select the app by either long-pressing on it or selecting its checkbox
4. Freeze it using the menu that either pops up, or is floating at the top or at the bottom
5. Profit
So those are all the ways I know of, but remember the golden rule: ALWAYS make a Nandroid (aka backup) of your current setup!
And, of course, be careful with whatever you decide to do!!
Disclaimer:
I take NO responsibility for your actions, but I would be glad to help if anything goes wrong.
To the S3 community: I appreciate, and welcome, any suggestions as to what I can add to this FAQ/Guide
Mine
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Nice work
And 1st for iSaint!
Nice job, bud. put a link to here in my FAQ
flastnoles11 said:
Nice job, bud. put a link to here in my FAQ
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Awesome, thanks :good:
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Okay, I know I am probably asking a dumb question, my S3 from Sprint has 4.1.1 and I rooted the clockworkmod way that it showed on this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1743780 and in the video. Basically I used Odin and then used the clockworkmod file. I am not sure but from what I read this is a clockworkmod recovery? But all I did was a basic root and everything looks as always (same as sprint no custom rom etc) I just wanted to root for the tethering. Now I just received an update and it keeps popping up as a system update (I am not sure if its to 4.1.2 or 4.2 but, If I run it, will it crash my phone, do I need to temp unroot? or unroot and then update? Is there a step by step on how to update to to the latest without brick after or is it safe to just upgrade... If anyone has any links on this forum that answers this?
(used Odin and clockwork mod to root...just to use free tethering.)
acostaae90 said:
Okay, I know I am probably asking a dumb question, my S3 from Sprint has 4.1.1 and I rooted the clockworkmod way that it showed on this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1743780 and in the video. Basically I used Odin and then used the clockworkmod file. I am not sure but from what I read this is a clockworkmod recovery? But all I did was a basic root and everything looks as always (same as sprint no custom rom etc) I just wanted to root for the tethering. Now I just received an update and it keeps popping up as a system update (I am not sure if its to 4.1.2 or 4.2 but, If I run it, will it crash my phone, do I need to temp unroot? or unroot and then update? Is there a step by step on how to update to to the latest without brick after or is it safe to just upgrade... If anyone has any links on this forum that answers this?
(used Odin and clockwork mod to root...just to use free tethering.)
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Some have reported that you can use cwm (clockworkmod) to update, but if you have modified Amy sheen fumes or apps, it won't go through. If you want to update the easiest way is to just look for and flash the stock rooted Rom by freeza... you could also unroot, upgrade and reroot, but that's unnecessary... if you do choose to go that route, check the link in my Sig and you can find directions and all files for going back to stock
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
flastnoles11 said:
Some have reported that you can use cwm (clockworkmod) to update, but if you have modified Amy sheen fumes or apps, it won't go through. If you want to update the easiest way is to just look for and flash the stock rooted Rom by freeza... you could also unroot, upgrade and reroot, but that's unnecessary... if you do choose to go that route, check the link in my Sig and you can find directions and all files for going back to stock
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
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Thanks for your prompt response! All I did was root my device and I do not think I have modified any apps (idk what you mean by sheen fumes) All I did was root so that I could use the WIFI Tether App. What do you recommend?
acostaae90 said:
Thanks for your prompt response! All I did was root my device and I do not think I have modified any apps (idk what you mean by sheen fumes) All I did was root so that I could use the WIFI Tether App. What do you recommend?
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Lol, auto correct fail... supposed to say system apps... I recommend making a backup in cwm and trying to accept the update, if it fails (don't worry just reboot) download freeza stock rooted Rom and flash that... (you can find that Rom in my FAQ, link in my Sig, under mb1 stock rooted, it's in post number 2)
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
flastnoles11 said:
Lol, auto correct fail... supposed to say system apps... I recommend making a backup in cwm and trying to accept the update, if it fails (don't worry just reboot) download freeza stock rooted Rom and flash that... (you can find that Rom in my FAQ, link in my Sig, under mb1 stock rooted, it's in post number 2)
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Okay sounds good, how would I make a backup of my clockwork of recovery...? Thanks so much and excuse my noob level..I am good with computers but just getting into phone and don't wanna brick haha
acostaae90 said:
Okay sounds good, how would I make a backup of my clockwork of recovery...? Thanks so much and excuse my noob level..I am good with computers but just getting into phone and don't wanna brick haha
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Your not going to make a back up our your recovery, you'll make a backup of your Rom... boot into cwm and you'll see the backup option in there bud..
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
flastnoles11 said:
Your not going to make a back up our your recovery, you'll make a backup of your Rom... boot into cwm and you'll see the backup option in there bud..
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
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Okay now I understand, how to I boot into clockwork ...i turned it off and did the volume down menu button and power button but it didn't take me to clockwork...or is it another app I have to download or a different key combination I have to press?
acostaae90 said:
Okay now I understand, how to I boot into clockwork ...i turned it off and did the volume down menu button and power button but it didn't take me to clockwork...or is it another app I have to download or a different key combination I have to press?
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I believe it's volume up to take you to recovery. Hold it until you see the dancing logo and then release, could take a couple tries to get the timing right... Anyways good luck bud, bed time for me, if you have trouble post here and I, cnexus, or someone else will see it and help you out
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
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flastnoles11 said:
I believe it's volume up to take you to recovery. Hold it until you see the dancing logo and then release, could take a couple tries to get the timing right... Anyways good luck bud, bed time for me, if you have trouble post here and I, cnexus, or someone else will see it and help you out
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
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I just realized it was volume up haha my bad...sorry for all the questions. Thanks for the help!!!!
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I just realized it was volume up haha my bad...sorry for all the questions. Thanks for the help!!!!
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Not a problem bro, that's what I'm heart for man... didn't get the rc title for ignoring people really though,I find pleasure in helping people, makes me feel good!
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
Guys, sorry for not replying to this, been flashing roms all day yesterday lol
But as always, flastnoles11 is helping out
Nice write up CNexus :thumbup:
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Nice write up CNexus :thumbup:
TEAM MiK
MikROMs Since 3/13/11
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Thanks kind sir :thumbup:
Nice write up! Thanks!!
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I want to update the phone software but its not letting me because i rooted my phone. Currently my phone is un-rooted but device status is still MODIFIED.
First of all i just want to say i did search and look up how to update my phone after i have rooted there are just so many ways and threads im confused all in all myself
Can some one just briefly guide me what steps do i have to take. i do no want detailed step by step instructions but an outline where i have to go what i have to get.
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I want to update the phone software but its not letting me because i rooted my phone. Currently my phone is un-rooted but device status is still MODIFIED.
First of all i just want to say i did search and look up how to update my phone after i have rooted there are just so many ways and threads im confused all in all myself
Can some one just briefly guide me what steps do i have to take. i do no want detailed step by step instructions but an outline where i have to go what i have to get.
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Download the latest firmware for your device (and carrier) from here. http://samsung-updates.com/. Flash with Odin. If you are just stock rooted, it should update the firmware without wiping everything. Either way be sure to do a nandroid backup and store it off device. You will need to re root afterwards.
So if i dont reroot it would i still be able to download update after this whole process?
azi90 said:
So if i dont reroot it would i still be able to download update after this whole process?
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Yes that is correct. After flashing latest official firmware you will be stock unmodified and open to future updates.
Did u flash custom recovery? If u root with CR auto root. U shall update direct from ota after u keep it. Use ota root keeper and try.
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this is where things get confusing for me. I remember i rooted it using stock ROM and than un rooted the phone. so i guess following the first poster message helpme
Easy way (should be): Follow this post from the general forum (rather than here in the Q&A forum) from upndwn4par:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2387423
If you are totally stock, but only rooted, it appears that most everyone set up that way has been able to skip step one and successfully get updated and keep root. Note that doing it this way will most likely also reset your phone and you will need to reinstall all your apps and such - doing a Titanium Backup or similar for user apps (not system apps!) might help speed up the process. If you have done a lot of customizing and it doesn't work without, you may have to go back and try step one, and then the rest. But I do not think you will have this issue.
Planning on rooting my P600 and after reading Hahahalalala's earlier post, will follow BeansTown106's instructions (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2490805).
It appears I need to flash from p600Autoroot.7z for v4.3 and CF-Auto-Root-lt03wifi-lt03wifixx-smp600.zip for v4.4? Please correct me if I'm wrong?!
On step 4, it says to "...flash the stock mj4 recovery provided". Planning on installing TWRP v2.7.1.0 - can I just do it here? Or do I need to do this step and afterwards install
TWRP (and flash Super SU)? I'm curious about the reason for flashing the stock recover and whether it's version specific...
Currently I'm at v4.3 (touchwiz) and haven't done the latest OTA yet (presumably it's v4.4.2). It'd be best to do the OTA update and then root, right? Reading the earlier post, it
appears this method works for v4.4...
While posting, also is it possible to downgrade back to v4.3 from v4.4? Not that I'm planning on it, but have read both yes and no on doing it and just wondered.
Thanks in advance and do advise if there's anything I should watch out for while doing this!!
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Planning on rooting my P600 and after reading Hahahalalala's earlier post, will follow BeansTown106's instructions (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2490805).
It appears I need to flash from p600Autoroot.7z for v4.3 and CF-Auto-Root-lt03wifi-lt03wifixx-smp600.zip for v4.4? Please correct me if I'm wrong?!
On step 4, it says to "...flash the stock mj4 recovery provided". Planning on installing TWRP v2.7.1.0 - can I just do it here? Or do I need to do this step and afterwards install
TWRP (and flash Super SU)? I'm curious about the reason for flashing the stock recover and whether it's version specific...
Currently I'm at v4.3 (touchwiz) and haven't done the latest OTA yet (presumably it's v4.4.2). It'd be best to do the OTA update and then root, right? Reading the earlier post, it
appears this method works for v4.4...
While posting, also is it possible to downgrade back to v4.3 from v4.4? Not that I'm planning on it, but have read both yes and no on doing it and just wondered.
Thanks in advance and do advise if there's anything I should watch out for while doing this!!
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1) If you flash twrp then you can't do OTA any more
2) The root instruction would work but will trip the Knox and void warranty.
3) Not possible to downgrade back to 4.3
4) if you not use twrp but reflash stock recovery image then OTA would work but will wipe out root if you take the OTA upgrade what ever that maybe 4.4.3?
wha2do said:
Planning on rooting my P600 and after reading Hahahalalala's earlier post, will follow BeansTown106's instructions (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2490805).
It appears I need to flash from p600Autoroot.7z for v4.3 and CF-Auto-Root-lt03wifi-lt03wifixx-smp600.zip for v4.4? Please correct me if I'm wrong?!
On step 4, it says to "...flash the stock mj4 recovery provided". Planning on installing TWRP v2.7.1.0 - can I just do it here? Or do I need to do this step and afterwards install
TWRP (and flash Super SU)? I'm curious about the reason for flashing the stock recover and whether it's version specific...
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I used these full instructions for Kit-Kat: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2719750
One step in that is the CF-autoroot, but there are other steps as well. I just ignored the "To Flash New Update" part, but maybe you need it. I was already on the latest OTA before I started. Trips knox but I'm sure you knew that.
buhohitr said:
1) If you flash twrp then you can't do OTA any more
2) The root instruction would work but will trip the Knox and void warranty.
3) Not possible to downgrade back to 4.3
4) if you not use twrp but reflash stock recovery image then OTA would work but will wipe out root if you take the OTA upgrade what ever that maybe 4.4.3?
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1) That's why I figured best to do the OTA first - just had other devices that didn't have root methods for the newest update & wanted to thought best to ask first!
2) I'm out of warranty (due to drop and repaired screen) so warranty is of no issue...but thanks for the warning
3) Thought that to be the case, but again hearing it may be possible and also can't. Don't foresee doing it, but was curious...
4) Plan on flashing the latest (CF-Auto-Root-lt03wifi-lt03wifixx-smp600.tar.md5) via odin, reboot, flash twrp v2.6.x as I hear 2.7.x may have a few issues. Only problems I've read are potential with Super SU - not sure if it's part of the root flash, needs to be flashed
separately, or just dl'd from Google Play Store? Guess will just flash root, see if app is there, if not try Play Store. If not, then go back and find the flashable SU dl.
Thanks!
deV14nt said:
I used these full instructions for Kit-Kat: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2719750
One step in that is the CF-autoroot, but there are other steps as well. I just ignored the "To Flash New Update" part, but maybe you need it. I was already on the latest OTA before I started. Trips knox but I'm sure you knew that.
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Thanks! Yep, not concerned about warranty at this point... And figure will do the OTA and then root...
Actually latest posts appear to show some issues with SU when using CF-autoroot (maybe due to them being on kitkat?). Appears flashing CF-Auto-Root-lt03wifi-lt03wifixx-smp600.tar.md5 does the trick. Sounding like it's part
of the flash, and can then just flash twrp (figuring be safe with v2.6.x for now).
If not reading this right, anyone feel free to correct me before I "jump", lol!
wha2do said:
Thanks! Yep, not concerned about warranty at this point... And figure will do the OTA and then root...
Actually latest posts appear to show some issues with SU when using CF-autoroot (maybe due to them being on kitkat?). Appears flashing CF-Auto-Root-lt03wifi-lt03wifixx-smp600.tar.md5 does the trick. Sounding like it's part
of the flash, and can then just flash twrp (figuring be safe with v2.6.x for now).
If not reading this right, anyone feel free to correct me before I "jump", lol!
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Su is fine with me after cf root.
In my signature is a guide to rooting with kitkat (second post)
Follow that and you'll be good : good:
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wha2do said:
1) That's why I figured best to do the OTA first - just had other devices that didn't have root methods for the newest update & wanted to thought best to ask first!
2) I'm out of warranty (due to drop and repaired screen) so warranty is of no issue...but thanks for the warning
3) Thought that to be the case, but again hearing it may be possible and also can't. Don't foresee doing it, but was curious...
4) Plan on flashing the latest (CF-Auto-Root-lt03wifi-lt03wifixx-smp600.tar.md5) via odin, reboot, flash twrp v2.6.x as I hear 2.7.x may have a few issues. Only problems I've read are potential with Super SU - not sure if it's part of the root flash, needs to be flashed
separately, or just dl'd from Google Play Store? Guess will just flash root, see if app is there, if not try Play Store. If not, then go back and find the flashable SU dl.
Thanks!
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Yeah you want TWRP 2.6.3.3. It won't work right with 2.7.x. Might as well flash the SuperSU. Most of the root apps worked fine but Viper4Androod did not find Busybox even after using the installer. Need to go back a version of V4A too due to bugs but it still didn't work. Tried freezing Knox apps that might be interfering but eventually just installed that MagazineUX ROM and now it works. Everything else should work easier.
22sl22 said:
Su is fine with me after cf root.
In my signature is a guide to rooting with kitkat (second post)
Follow that and you'll be good : good:
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Thanks - that was the post had been reading through - appears after the kitkat OTA, latest posts mentioned problems with SU when running the original CF-AUTO Root method (flashing autorootp600mj4.tar.md5). Wondering if flashing the "newer" CF-Auto-Root-lt03wifi-lt03wifixx-smp600.tar.md5
would be best. At this point feel confident either way!
deV14nt said:
Yeah you want TWRP 2.6.3.3. It won't work right with 2.7.x. Might as well flash the SuperSU. Most of the root apps worked fine but Viper4Androod did not find Busybox even after using the installer. Need to go back a version of V4A too due to bugs but it still didn't work. Tried freezing Knox apps that might be interfering but eventually just installed that MagazineUX ROM and now it works. Everything else should work easier.
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Yep, will be downloading TWRP v2.6.3.3 and flash it and SuperSU after rooting. After rooting, will be curious to see where I sit with superuser (sorry, reading the latest posts kind of muddy whether a SU app is already installed or not, lol)...
Thanks everyone for all the great input & help!!