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Rooting process the same for the T-Mobile T989 and Koodo T989D?

Hi everybody, I recently got a Koodo Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T9898D and I wanted to know if the rooting process for my device is the same as the rooting process for the T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989. I realize there is no section for Koodo's (or Telus') version of the phone on the website, so I had to post here.

temporary124 said:
Hi everybody, I recently got a Koodo Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T9898D and I wanted to know if the rooting process for my device is the same as the rooting process for the T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989. I realize there is no section for Koodo's (or Telus') version of the phone on the website, so I had to post here.
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You betcha! There is a forum here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1514434
I used this method and it worked great! Just make sure you use the 3.0.7 efghi signed version of Superuser. I managed to use the other one, but i got the superuser app, but no root access until I used the correct version
Anyway, there you are. Enjoy your SII X!
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thanks! I was going to use that guide or the galaxy 2 root "How to Root ICS/GB on T-Mobile Galaxy S2 SGH-T989!"
but both should work though. The guide you sent me says it's for 4.0.3, will it work for 4.0.4? And you're with Koodo right?

temporary124 said:
thanks! I was going to use that guide or the galaxy 2 root "How to Root ICS/GB on T-Mobile Galaxy S2 SGH-T989!"
but both should work though. The guide you sent me says it's for 4.0.3, will it work for 4.0.4? And you're with Koodo right?
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I used the guide on Android forums, only because there were pics, but both work and are the same. And yes, same procees, just use the Superuser 3.0.7 efghi signed version. And yup! No issues with Koodo whatsoever.
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Rooting process for Koodo Mobile T989D
thatdude02 said:
I used the guide on Android forums, only because there were pics, but both work and are the same. And yes, same procees, just use the Superuser 3.0.7 efghi signed version. And yup! No issues with Koodo whatsoever.
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Oh okay, so did you use the process from the link you sent? And it seems the main difference between the two guides is that one uses Superuser 3.0.7 efghi signed version and one uses CWM-SuperSU-v0.87.zip. While they both should work, I was wondering what the differences between the Superusers were; I think 0.87 is better because it is compatible with future firmware upgrades

temporary124 said:
Oh okay, so did you use the process from the link you sent? And it seems the main difference between the two guides is that one uses Superuser 3.0.7 efghi signed version and one uses CWM-SuperSU-v0.87.zip. While they both should work, I was wondering what the differences between the Superusers were; I think 0.87 is better because it is compatible with future firmware upgrades
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Well, there was a link to this guide on that forum -
http://androidforums.com/galaxy-s2-...d-ultimate-root-optimization-guide-steps.html
I used this guide only because it had a few more details than the other, but they are essentially the same steps. Also had some pics.
And about the superusers, i don't know the difference. However I was able to install superSU from the Play Store and also update the superuser version I was using after I obtained root.
So to answer your question, I have no idea haha. Personally I think it would be best to follow the guide, and then try to upgrade after rooting, but it's your choice.
Hopefully this helps, but if not, search is your friend
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okay, but you were running 4.04 when you rooted your Koodo Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T9898D right?

temporary124 said:
okay, but you were running 4.04 when you rooted your Koodo Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T9898D right?
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I sure was. I'm still using it because a few of the ICS roms are a little buggy. I've heard Jedi Mind Trick is pretty good tho. I just wanted something stable and bug free Stock with root woo!
And a little question. I think you are using one too many 8's. Your phone an SGH-T989D correct?
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thatdude02 said:
I sure was. I'm still using it because a few of the ICS roms are a little buggy. I've heard Jedi Mind Trick is pretty good tho. I just wanted something stable and bug free Stock with root woo!
And a little question. I think you are using one too many 8's. Your phone an SGH-T989D correct?
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Woop, yeah you're right. But you used the ClockworkMod Recovery in the original post right, Version 5.0.0.0?

temporary124 said:
Woop, yeah you're right. But you used the ClockworkMod Recovery in the original post right, Version 5.0.0.0?
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Nice! And yeah, the only thing that was different was the superuser. Anyways, congrats, and enjoy your rooted phone!
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thanks to google and this thread i was able to root my phone too!

Telus T989D here and flashed using the method in the 2nd post worked perfectly. Used TWRP instead of CWM, rooted easily, even flashed radios (so I could unlock my SIM) back and forth, and installed AOKP.

nagoshi said:
Telus T989D here and flashed using the method in the 2nd post worked perfectly. Used TWRP instead of CWM, rooted easily, even flashed radios (so I could unlock my SIM) back and forth, and installed AOKP.
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do you have link of TWRP cause on there website our phone is not listed, want to get correct one for r989d on 4.0.4

T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989 VS. Koodo Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T9898D
temporary124 said:
Hi everybody, I recently got a Koodo Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T9898D and I wanted to know if the rooting process for my device is the same as the rooting process for the T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989. I realize there is no section for Koodo's (or Telus') version of the phone on the website, so I had to post here.
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Hey. i now you are saying that the rooting proccess is the same but do you know if all of the roms and customizations are the same? i am wanting to put CyanogenMod 10.1 RC3 on my Koodo Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T9898D but everything i am seeing is for T-Mobile.
Model number: SGH-T989D
Android version:4.1.2
any other details needed to find out which will work just let me know.

generally everything is mostly the same the only thing you might have issues with is your data you might have to find the APN settings for KODO and make sure to flash the newest radio MC6

Root,Unroot,Roms,CWM,Stock,Hotspot, + Tips! [With Videos]

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Thanks for this. Has anyone gotten WiFi tether to work on frosty jb? I never see the connection when trying to use the hotspot with my nexus 7. I've changed the device profile to generic ics/jb wlan0 and still no go.
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no go on the wifi tether for me as well

Tether will not work on JB Kernels, JB based ROMS, and JB Touchwiz leaked stock roms.
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It will on ICS though?
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asimons81 said:
It will on ICS though?
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Yes.

Thanks for clearing that up.
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i was just wondering if i root my phone will i still be able to recieve ota updates? and also is the anyway to just delete cwm recovery? im not rooted by the way!

Here's my Tip:
When using WIFI Tether, change your profile to Samsung Galaxy Nexus (CDMA/LTE).... Works like a champ with no issues.
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Stock Rom Just Rooted.
T-Mobile S3

So there's no need to wipe when Odin back to stock to unroot?
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otariq said:
So there's no need to wipe when Odin back to stock to unroot?
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It will automatically wipe.

techfanatic9 said:
It will automatically wipe.
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another quick question is the rom in the guide the same as the official rom on samsungs website.
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=8&view=6010
the mirror is taking over an hour to download so i thought i would just get it from sammobile

How is this development? This should be in general section..

elesbb said:
How is this development? This should be in general section..
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People come to this thread for rooting, custom ROMS, ect....so I think this is a great place for this thread so they can find all guides in one place.

I agree that this should be in General.
Techfanatic9, this is good work and you keep supporting it which is great, but this would be better served in General.

ndwgs said:
Tether will not work on JB Kernels, JB based ROMS, and JB Touchwiz leaked stock roms.
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wifi tethering works fine for me using the root66 rooted stock 4.1.1

Yea how about if u are running linux and dont have windows or mac
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OTA wont work
Hey guys,
I unrooted my S3 verizon using the ODIN method, and I am trying to OTA update to JB...the unrooting method took me to ICS stock 4.0.4
Sorry for the silly question, i am a newbie and it's frustrating

playertee said:
Hey guys,
I unrooted my S3 verizon using the ODIN method, and I am trying to OTA update to JB...the unrooting method took me to ICS stock 4.0.4
Sorry for the silly question, i am a newbie and it's frustrating
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what file did you flash onto the phone with ODIN?

Thanks! Definitely using the hotspot option! It's my data, let me do what I want with it.
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Note 2 on ICS advise needed

Just got a new note 2 but it is still on ICS.
Root now and unlock bootloader or do an OTA to jellybean first?
If I should root now what is the best method?
Thanks in advance

i doubt there is any Note II that actually launched with a stock ICS. Note II only came with JB.
You could check out the toolkit on this thread. it should be able to help you, its very simple to use
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1923956

spoiler1041 said:
Just got a new note 2 but it is still on ICS.
Root now and unlock bootloader or do an OTA to jellybean first?
If I should root now what is the best method?
Thanks in advance
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Note 2 launched with jellybean, are you sure you actually have a note 2?
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note 2 user don't have the chance to enjoy ICS at all

D3_ said:
Note 2 launched with jellybean, are you sure you actually have a note 2?
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Note 2 is kinda hard to get fixed up. (kinda funny mixing up the word fixed for mixed now that I look at it)
It is JB. The rep said it was ICS and JB was going to download at 10:30, she must be talking about an update.
Is getting root through ExynosAbuse APK v1.40 different than the tool kit?

spoiler1041 said:
Is getting root through ExynosAbuse APK v1.40 different than the tool kit?
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yes
exynose works only on 4.1.1
here complete detail for different method, read post #2 of below said thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1896696

[Videos] How to root roms and recovery

This are some videos I have made for the Verizon Galaxy Nexus. Hope some Noobs out there are helped by my work. Thanks
How to install Droid Concepts on the Galaxy Nexus Toro
http://youtu.be/mCOCWk_7x_8
Jelly Bean 4.2.2 on the Galxay Nexus Verizon
http://youtu.be/AOYOcTgyAfE
How to install JB sourcery rom on the Galaxy Nexus
http://youtu.be/Vf9T3uJgm-g
How to install eclipse 3 rom on the Galaxy Nexus Jelly Bean 4.2
http://youtu.be/0F_-ZIGzjRY
How to enter recovery mode on the Galaxy Nexus
http://youtu.be/1vXCyI-BpZw
How to install lean kernel on the galaxy nexus.. Thanks Motcher41
http://youtu.be/jgDB51Y_S5A
How to install eclipse jb build 14 on the galxay nexus and flash the new jelly bean radio's
http://youtu.be/Q-X3lqQ3BEg
Any Nexus device how to unlock bootloader, root, & install CWM recovery
http://youtu.be/R0aWZQWZCMk
How to manually Setup Nexus root tool Kit 1.5.2 for any nexus device
http://youtu.be/Mmw9iaC9hiU
How to Setup Nexus root tool kit 1.5.2 for the Google Nexus 7 tablet
http://youtu.be/Jc_Dd1J0QAQ
How to use GooManger app on the Nexus or any unlock device to backup and flash a rom
http://youtu.be/oWMoxGJpR7s
Android 4.3 on the Verizon Galaxy Nexus
http://youtu.be/3L5VJwGMS9Y
KitKat 4.4 on the Verizon Galaxy Nexus
http://youtu.be/75EOR9KfuEU
Enjoy.:good::good::good::good:

Great !
Make a video of how to use fastboot. It's a must! People should know how to use it. Nowadays they go for a toolkit and when it goes wrong then don't know what to do.
Hope you can make it
Good work buddy
Sent from my Nexus Prime

thegtfusion said:
Great !
Make a video of how to use fastboot. It's a must! People should know how to use it. Nowadays they go for a toolkit and when it goes wrong then don't know what to do.
Hope you can make it
Good work buddy
Sent from my Nexus Prime
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here is what I have on fastboot already but no video yet
https://sites.google.com/site/tomsgt123/adb-fastboot

Bump for noobs
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Helpful vids
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The process wasn't explained well enough in the 4+ stickies?

Great job!

Thanks
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Very helpfull. Thanks!

dorlev said:
Very helpfull. Thanks!
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Yep glad i could help

Help for Noobs

How this helps someone
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This can still be helpful I think

hope this helps someone

Who wants some more galaxy nexus videos?
Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk 2

Added new android 4.3 video to OP

Check out rootjunky.com my site for lots of great info on this device

Kit Kat video added to OP

Mods can you please sticky this thread thanks

bumb this is old news but still helpful

[Q] my brother phone dont get 4.3 update?

hi, my brother have this galaxy nexus 9250 phone.. and he dont have got that 4.3 update? i live in finland... he have checked updates but phone says that there is no updates.. does anyone know about this? thanks. and can i flash orginal and stock firmware with that? newer i mean.. if he had 4.2.2 now.

Vihru said:
hi, my brother have this galaxy nexus 9250 phone.. and he dont have got that 4.3 update? i live in finland... he have checked updates but phone says that there is no updates.. does anyone know about this? thanks. and can i flash orginal and stock firmware with that? newer i mean.. if he had 4.2.2 now.
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Check the build of that phone

Vihru said:
hi, my brother have this galaxy nexus 9250 phone.. and he dont have got that 4.3 update? i live in finland... he have checked updates but phone says that there is no updates.. does anyone know about this? thanks. and can i flash orginal and stock firmware with that? newer i mean.. if he had 4.2.2 now.
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no update for international variant (yakju).. i only got updated from 4.1.1 to 4.1.2. ??
so, unlock your bootloader, root, install recovery, then update anything u want. dont hope anything from google OTA
stock update~
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-nexus/general/ref-official-google-ota-update-urls-t1419170

memaro_maro said:
no update for international variant (yakju).. i only got updated from 4.1.1 to 4.1.2. ??
so, unlock your bootloader, root, install recovery, then update anything u want. dont hope anything from google OTA
stock update~
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-nexus/general/ref-official-google-ota-update-urls-t1419170
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hmm.. what is easiest way to install custom recovery or root?
its look like "harder" than galaxy s4 rooting

Or flash the factory image. That way it stays completely stock.
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Vihru said:
hmm.. what is easiest way to install custom recovery or root?
its look like "harder" than galaxy s4 rooting
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Its easier to flash a custom recovery and root. Please use google..
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Vihru said:
hmm.. what is easiest way to install custom recovery or root?
its look like "harder" than galaxy s4 rooting
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I use WugFresh's "Nexus Root Toolkit" myself. I have 6 different Nexus devices, including (but not limited to) Nexus 7 (both variants), Nexus 5, Galaxy Nexus, and Nexus 4. WugFresh's toolkit handles them all like a champ.

Toolkits are nice but fastboot is better
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