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Any way to keep stock kernel with root?

I dont want to use the pre-rooted kernel. Is there any way i can keep root but have the stock kernel?

Yes, there is a a method in the development section. I dont know the exact name.of the thread, but its by Bubby.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1282415
Use the method above. It doesn't touch the stock kernel/recovery and you will just get superuser in your /system partition to be able to use apps meant for rooted devices.

wow I see a lot of this lately guy ask for help you give it to him and he cant even say thanks... Quite sure there will be a reason but I think this is why so many people get flamed.... @OP these guys are all right and honestly if you did a little homework you would of found the answer.. I did quite a bit of reading prior to getting my phone and I used the stock root where it did not touch the kernel... OH well good luck

playya said:
wow I see a lot of this lately guy ask for help you give it to him and he cant even say thanks... Quite sure there will be a reason but I think this is why so many people get flamed.... @OP these guys are all right and honestly if you did a little homework you would of found the answer.. I did quite a bit of reading prior to getting my phone and I used the stock root where it did not touch the kernel... OH well good luck
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I guess you cant see the fact that i thanked both of their posts. Why add another post when i recieved my answer and pressed the thank button. The thank button shows your appreciation
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Rooting 2.3.6 -

Hello everyone!
My new Gs2 is running 2.3.6. Can it be root with ODin..
Please help!
Thank you!

It can. Goodluck.
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Yes you can, go to this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=18578780
[HOWTO] ROOT T-Mobile SGSII via ODIN -- Updated Recovery and when you're flashing the su.zip it may fail couple times, just keep flashing until it goes through
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Doesn't anyone every notice the freaking search bar b4 starting threads.....
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noodles2224 said:
Yes you can, go to this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=18578780
[HOWTO] ROOT T-Mobile SGSII via ODIN -- Updated Recovery and when you're flashing the su.zip it may fail couple times, just keep flashing until it goes through
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don't even need to wait for it to install successfully. Sometimes a "fail" is actually a success, so if you're having problems of it flashing successfully then you should check your app drawer.. its probably in there already.

furiousbird said:
Hello everyone!
My new Gs2 is running 2.3.6. Can it be root with ODin..
Please help!
Thank you!
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Seriously? Feel bad for you so here I'll help you out.
Step by step spoon fed tutorial
http://youtu.be/JmvCpR45LKA

Teo032 said:
don't even need to wait for it to install successfully. Sometimes a "fail" is actually a success, so if you're having problems of it flashing successfully then you should check your app drawer.. its probably in there already.
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YUP this was the case with mine, hell i think there might even be another thread where you mentioned this to someone else as well...go figure

bobby3306 said:
YUP this was the case with mine, hell i think there might even be another thread where you mentioned this to someone else as well...go figure
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yep probably my 4th time lol. Since t-mobile had their "sale" and i believe prices are dropping for the gs2 (target/walmart) expect a lot of new users with derp questions.. I do hope it dies down.
I should probably create a template so i can just c/p everything over and over.
OH WAIT that's what stickies are for.

Teo032 said:
yep probably my 4th time lol. Since t-mobile had their "sale" and i believe prices are dropping for the gs2 (target/walmart) expect a lot of new users with derp questions.. I do hope it dies down.
I should probably create a template so i can just c/p everything over and over.
OH WAIT that's what stickies are for.
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maybe xda should create a gigantic search bar to be displayed on the screen upon signing up for the forums lol

Will I still recieve OTA updates if rooted?

I am on EL29 just rooted w recovery will I still get OTA updates?
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Yes but it will fail to install

How did you root if sfhubs I suggest you go back and read his thread quite Andes tools to check OTA compatibility for upgrades. All info needed is there for you and a Google search would of helped you out as well...
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playya said:
How did you root if sfhubs I suggest you go back and read his thread quite Andes tools to check OTA compatibility for upgrades. All info needed is there for you and a Google search would of helped you out as well...
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Such a helpful response....spelling, not so much.

oscarthegrouch said:
Yes but it will fail to install
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Just rooted no other changes it will not fail. You will lose root by taking the OTA and at this point rooting the OTA will be the same as flashing the OTA manually, so not really a point in worrying about it. No one knows for sure what date we will get what, but EL29 was leaked days before it OTA'd for example.

ewmccraw said:
Such a helpful response....spelling, not so much.
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Spelling is ok but thanks for your response. Voice talk and quick submit button was the victim but once again thanks for your kind words
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by the way what I was trying to say sfhub has tools that check your OTA compliance and his methods of rooting do not mess you up for taking an OTA but honestly why are you taking an OTA anyways... my bad had to ask, it is your choice...
Hey ewmccraw did I spell everything right?

playya said:
Spelling is ok but thanks for your response. Voice talk and quick submit button was the victim but once again thanks for your kind words
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by the way what I was trying to say sfhub has tools that check your OTA compliance and his methods of rooting do not mess you up for taking an OTA but honestly why are you taking an OTA anyways... my bad had to ask, it is your choice...
Hey ewmccraw did I spell everything right?
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I may have misunderstood your response to the OP, but I felt like you were rebuking him a little for not using google search first as opposed to just posting the question. I apologize if I did. It's just a little pet peeve of mine when that happens. After all, it's just the internet and that's the whole purpose of a forum. You know, free discussion and all that....again, sory if I missunderstud (see what I did there?)

ewmccraw said:
I may have misunderstood your response to the OP, but I felt like you were rebuking him a little for not using google search first as opposed to just posting the question. I apologize if I did. It's just a little pet peeve of mine when that happens. After all, it's just the internet and that's the whole purpose of a forum. You know, free discussion and all that....again, sory if I missunderstud (see what I did there?)
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I get it that its a forum and no prob but that does not mean you forget everything that got you to this point and that would be the search function. I will suggest using the search function as well as providing an answer... No prob and I think you spelled discusion wrong----(see what I did there) LOL

Thanks for the answers. Well the reason I wonder is because once we get ICS source and ROMs start getting built won't it be easier to flash ICS ROMs instead of having to switch around different kernels/ recoveries to flash and risk of brick will be lower? And I just didnt do a ton of searching because I been busy posting is faster.
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DroidManIc said:
Thanks for the answers. Well the reason I wonder is because once we get ICS source and ROMs start getting built won't it be easier to flash ICS ROMs instead of having to switch around different kernels/ recoveries to flash and risk of brick will be lower? And I just didnt do a ton of searching because I been busy posting is faster.
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No problem man but why rely on others doing your research for you. Actually if you put your question into Google you could of found your answer even faster... Jus Sayin'
Happy Flashing my friend!

No offence dude but I don't post so ppl can do the research 4 me, I post so that ppl that already know the answer can help out. Thats what the Q&A section is for. Thanks though.
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The magical search button and your firmware notification

Hey everyone,
I've noticed about 500 new posts a day saying, "I'm rooted and go an update notification. It's probably JB, should I take it?"
I'm here to help you out.
1. It's not JB. When it does come out you'll see people by the names of Freeza, zanderman, MrTimz, TEAMERA, clark44, etc get very excited and post about how awesome it is that JB is out. We'll be more than happy to at that time. Googling tech blogs and such will also help you stay on top of developing news of this nature.
2. If you have a custom recovery go ahead and accept. The installation will fail and everything will be fine upon reboot. If you have a stock recovery you can update but will probably lose root. Root again using normal methods.
3. The only JB out is leaked build that you would have to install normally.
4. Feel free to flash these builds to try them out and stop asking if you should. It's safe but ultimately your decision, not ours.
5. Stop posting in the dev section. Those of you who can't yet, it's for good reason, not to be mean. The only things you should post in the dev section are Roms, kernels and modifications to Android that you created.
6. If you aren't sure of something and don't want to sound silly, PM an experienced member. I've never had a question posed to me on here that I wasn't happy to help answer within my abilities.
7. Enjoy the place but please stop cluttering it up with the same question over and over. The search button will reveal that you probably weren't the first to ask your question. If you are, then kudos, feel free to post it in the Q & A section to be handled.
Thanks! Love ya guys!

Hey, I just got this message about an update, any info would be great. Is it JB? Thanks in advance, Ive heard your the man to see about this issue
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MrTimz said:
Hey, I just got this message about an update, any info would be great. Is it JB? Thanks in advance, Ive heard your the man to see about this issue
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Ya me too. I also got a notification to update. Is it jellybean? Yes! Finally jellybean is here!! <sarcasm/>
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@op...
You had to know this was coming when you posted, right?? lol

HipKat said:
@op...
You had to know this was coming when you posted, right?? lol
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I was hoping for it.
I figured the people who need to vent would and those who needed help could also get answers.

HipKat said:
@op...
You had to know this was coming when you posted, right?? lol
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HipCat, man its been some time, good times on sdx
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Where can one find this search button you speak of
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cor4twenty said:
Where can one find this search button you speak of
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Underneath the battery. It's a pain to use.
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How do yo get rid of them?Yes the go away if i accept it it will reboot into cwm and evrything is ok-until the phone is rebooted.After reboot update notifications still come back.
Sht is crazy annoying,i would think that devs would take care of this problem.Any way to make this go away?

lviv73 said:
How do yo get rid of them?Yes the go away if i accept it it will reboot into cwm and evrything is ok-until the phone is rebooted.After reboot update notifications still come back.
Sht is crazy annoying,i would think that devs would take care of this problem.Any way to make this go away?
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Ummmm....
Here :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1924128
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Root Methods

I recently purchased an s3 and I'm a bit confused about the different methods I've seen for rooting.
Is one method preferred to another?
I'm learning how different this phone is from the evo 4g I've been using for the past 2.5 years.

This thread has a lot of answers to almost everything you may want to know
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=38172219
The second and third posts list roms, kernels and mods
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fitz420 said:
I recently purchased an s3 and I'm a bit confused about the different methods I've seen for rooting.
Is one method preferred to another?
I'm learning how different this phone is from the evo 4g I've been using for the past 2.5 years.
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Easiest way to root is to use Odin and install your custom recovery and then the team epic root zip. Just make sure you install all the drivers for your phone first
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Not sure if ur a techy or not... I am not. I purchased a program called one click root. I may be made fun of because I paid money but that's what I was comfortable with.
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bigpappags3 said:
Not sure if ur a techy or not... I am not. I purchased a program called one click root. I may be made fun of because I paid money but that's what I was comfortable with.
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Being made fun of is better than having a "brick"! When I got mine I didn't want to take time to study up (coming from HTC) so I did the same....
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Thanks. Those one click programs usually scare me more than the step by step methods.
I'm not worried about which is easier, just if there is a preffered method. I believe I have found my answer after reading FAQ again and watching the videos linked from it.
Thanks again.

fitz420 said:
Thanks. Those one click programs usually scare me more than the step by step methods.
Thanks again.
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Qbking has a bunch of videos. Very easy and I've done it a bunch of times. Just familiarize yourself with Odin and you will be fine.
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alaman68 said:
Qbking has a bunch of videos. Very easy and I've done it a bunch of times. Just familiarize yourself with Odin and you will be fine.
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Hahaha. Just finished rooting via his videos. U were right, alaman, didn't even last a week without rooting. I forgot what an ad looked like.....no more of that crap

fitz420 said:
Hahaha. Just finished rooting via his videos. U were right, alaman, didn't even last a week without rooting. I forgot what an ad looked like.....no more of that crap
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I know I'm late to the party, but here's my two cents:
As far as I'm aware, all of the various guides (and toolkits) actually use the same method (although, the toolkit does have a tendency to bork the wifi). It's just really the packaging they come in. Whenever I recommend a guide to people, I always link this guide by Skunk Ape. It's intuitive and explains each step quite well, with pictures and clear instructions. I've never had someone come back to me asking for clarification after reading that guide.
Hope you enjoy your rooted phone!

Gotta say.....so far these s3 forums seem really friendly. Thanks for all the advice guys.....really digging this phone and forum so far

If this was the evo 4g forum and I started a thread like this some dude with 20 posts would have already flamed me and called me a noob......hahaha

fitz420 said:
Gotta say.....so far these s3 forums seem really friendly. Thanks for all the advice guys.....really digging this phone and forum so far
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Welcome to the Sprint forums! We're generally nice people. The only time you really see the ugly side is if you flash an international Rom to your phone (which bricks it, btw). That's when the sarcasm comes out.
Just stick to Roms made for our phones (d2spr, not i9300) and you'll be fine!

So after researching roms and reading/.watching reviews, it seems that blazer is closest to stock minus all the bloat/samsung stuff that is loaded by default. Is this correct, or would u guys recommend a different rom for a STOCK experience +tweaks/-bloat.
I swear if I bought an htc phone I wouldn't be quite as clueless.

fitz420 said:
So after researching roms and reading/.watching reviews, it seems that blazer is closest to stock minus all the bloat/samsung stuff that is loaded by default. Is this correct, or would u guys recommend a different rom for a STOCK experience +tweaks/-bloat.
I swear if I bought an htc phone I wouldn't be quite as clueless.
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Everyone on here would probably recommend a different rom. I'm currently running msg&chubbz rom. It's pretty stock, does have a lot of features from gs4. Does have "minit settings" which allow you to change battery icon/color, clock color/location, and some others, but besides these changes its pretty stock. I was clueless to s-offing my brothers evo lte, but I got it eventually. HTC phones are a little more confusing to most people.
message brought to you by my GalaxyS3

I recommend trying the ones you like, all at least a weeks time then deciding for yourself. But since you asked TPR 'cough' 'cough'.....
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I recommend trying the ones you like, all at least a weeks time then deciding for yourself. But since you asked TPR 'cough' 'cough'.....
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Haha, I'm an AOSP guy myself, but yes, The People's Rom has quite a vibrant (and vocal!) community, most of which are kind and like to help others out.

fitz420 said:
So after researching roms and reading/.watching reviews, it seems that blazer is closest to stock minus all the bloat/samsung stuff that is loaded by default. Is this correct, or would u guys recommend a different rom for a STOCK experience +tweaks/-bloat.
I swear if I bought an htc phone I wouldn't be quite as clueless.
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For a truly stock ROM you can check out freezas thread. He has all the latest Sprint updates and so forth. You can't get any closer to stock than that. I also recommend TPR. They are really great over there.
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fitz420 said:
If this was the evo 4g forum and I started a thread like this some dude with 20 posts would have already flamed me and called me a noob......hahaha
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Tpr and morphology is fantastic.
If want to see the ugly side the sgs3 forum, flash an international rom and ask why your phone is bricked.
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What? No one brought up M.O.A.R? my fav. TW and I can customize all day long.
Seems you're already rooted, but I have to give a shout-out for topherk pushing skunk ape's rooting guide. The guide is so well-written and gave me just what I needed (custom recovery and root). For someone new to rooting, it was the best IMO...
:thumbup: topherk
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So this isn't the Evo 4g forums?
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