Superuser won't grant me root or update - T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989

Hey i just rooted my device and Superuser won't grant permissions to apps that need root. I tried updating the binaries and it gets stuck at gaining root access. I'm running stock t-mobile 2.3.6 Gingerbread on a Galaxy s2. Please help! Thank You.
Superuser version 3.1.3
Im getting this constant nagging to update my software from t-mobile. I wonder if they quietly snuck in something to block root access?
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LGT13 said:
Hey i just rooted my device and Superuser won't grant permissions to apps that need root. I tried updating the binaries and it gets stuck at gaining root access. I'm running stock t-mobile 2.3.6 Gingerbread on a Galaxy s2. Please help! Thank You.
Superuser version 3.1.3
Im getting this constant nagging to update my software from t-mobile. I wonder if they quietly snuck in something to block root access?
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Well why do you wish to run GB instead of ICS? Tmo is saying "hey there's newer better firmware out... you should run it!"
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Because I'm still traumatized from when i did an OTA update on my evo a while back and it bricked my phone. Im updating to ICS when I find a good Rom. I just got the phone, still exploring my options. By the way, if i do the update will I lose Superuser?
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LGT13 said:
Because I'm still traumatized from when i did an OTA update on my evo a while back and it bricked my phone. Im updating to ICS when I find a good Rom. I just got the phone, still exploring my options. By the way, if i do the update will I lose Superuser?
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Yes, then just re Odin cwm and flash su again
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Ok. I'll think about it. In the meantime I need root to do a titanium backup before I start playing with it. If anyone knows the answer to my issue please help.
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Busy box?
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new ion? said:
Well why do you wish to run GB instead of ICS? Tmo is saying "hey there's newer better firmware out... you should run it!"
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Lol, I still miss my GB Juggernaut ROM. All the AOKP goodness in an ultra stable package. The ICS ROMS are still... well, too varied and not every single one has all the features. I'd like AOKP features in a WiFi-calling enabled ROM...... == Juggernaut GB
LGT13 said:
Hey i just rooted my device and Superuser won't grant permissions to apps that need root. I tried updating the binaries and it gets stuck at gaining root access. I'm running stock t-mobile 2.3.6 Gingerbread on a Galaxy s2. Please help! Thank You.
Superuser version 3.1.3
Im getting this constant nagging to update my software from t-mobile. I wonder if they quietly snuck in something to block root access?
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Sounds like you might have had a bad flash or something and didn't get root on properly. Have you tried doing it again? Are you doing it through ODIN or CWM?
Honestly don't let the ICS and JB goodness sway you... the new ROMs still have little issues here and there... GB was _AWESOME_

I followed this exact guide down the the last detail and installed the attached files.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1514434
I'm gonna try reflashing. I'm using CWM.
I really just want speed, battery and stability and am not too impressed with all the half baked ICS roms that are available. I'll probably stick to GB until someone makes a flawless rom for JB or ICS.
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LGT13 said:
I followed this exact guide down the the last detail and installed the attached files.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1514434
I'm gonna try reflashing. I'm using CWM.
I really just want speed, battery and stability and am not too impressed with all the half baked ICS roms that are available. I'll probably stick to GB until someone makes a flawless rom for JB or ICS.
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Not disrespecting your opinion, but what's not right with dark side evo v8 besides the fact it was taken down?
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new ion? said:
Not disrespecting your opinion, but what's not right with dark side evo v8 besides the fact it was taken down?
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I've never tried it. I've just been doing a lot of reading.... Thread after thread these ICS roms all have issues. Would that one be what I'm looking for?
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My problem has been resolved by the way! I installed an earlier version on SuperUser and it worked!
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LGT13 said:
My problem has been resolved by the way! I installed an earlier version on SuperUser and it worked!
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Interesting, people were complaining how 3.07 wasn't working well with ics. So i updated it to 3.1.3 and now that doesn't play nice with gb?
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LGT13 said:
I've never tried it. I've just been doing a lot of reading.... Thread after thread these ICS roms all have issues. Would that one be what I'm looking for?
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Tdj is a great dev... if you can get someone to send you a link, then yes, its probably what you want
Glad to see you got your issues fixed... I believe the version of SU you were attempting to install is for ICS... keep it around
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Teo032 said:
Interesting, people were complaining how 3.07 wasn't working well with ics. So i updated it to 3.1.3 and now that doesn't play nice with gb?
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I used SU v. 3.0.5 that came with a rooting kit I downloded from here. I don't know where that thread is right now. You might wanna update your guide and change the SU version.
@Ion Thanks! I'll give it a shot.
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LGT13 said:
I used SU v. 3.0.5 that came with a rooting kit I downloded from here. I don't know where that thread is right now. You might wanna update your guide and change the SU version.
@Ion Thanks! I'll give it a shot.
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you know 3.0.5 is downgrading right? I started with 3.0.5 then 3.0.7 but then people said 3.0.7 wasn't working well for some on ics. 3.1.3 seems to work fine and dandy for the ics builds.. I'll wait until i get more feedback from other users. Btw does the market have an upgrade for your superuser while on gb? You're on gb right?
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This happened to me once. It's because su got corrupted or something.
I reinstalled the same version of SU and it fixed it right up, no need to downgrade.

Teo032 said:
you know 3.0.5 is downgrading right? I started with 3.0.5 then 3.0.7 but then people said 3.0.7 wasn't working well for some on ics. 3.1.3 seems to work fine and dandy for the ics builds.. I'll wait until i get more feedback from other users. Btw does the market have an upgrade for your superuser while on gb? You're on gb right?
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I know it's a downgrade, but I'm just saying it didn't work for me on Gingerbread 2.3.6 and your guide says for 2.3.5, 2.3.6, 4.0.3, and 4.0.4
I'm not sure if mine was an isolated case. Thank you for the great guide by the way with the exception of that minor SU issue.
@8Fishes I reflashed and it didn't work. That's why I ended up downgrading.

LGT13 said:
I know it's a downgrade, but I'm just saying it didn't work for me on Gingerbread 2.3.6 and your guide says for 2.3.5, 2.3.6, 4.0.3, and 4.0.4
I'm not sure if mine was an isolated case. Thank you for the great guide by the way with the exception of that minor SU issue.
@8Fishes I reflashed and it didn't work. That's why I ended up downgrading.
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yeah now im just curious if 3.1.3 is suppose to support gingerbread. It'll be weird if it didn't. Is there an update to your superuser since you're on GB? if there is.. is it the 3.1.3 update? I'm way too lazy to test this out myself since i'm in the middle of testing other ROMs.

LGT13 said:
Because I'm still traumatized from when i did an OTA update on my evo a while back and it bricked my phone. Im updating to ICS when I find a good Rom. I just got the phone, still exploring my options. By the way, if i do the update will I lose Superuser?
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Former Evo owner here myself and must say this is a hell of a phone with a great set of roms. Now not as much choices as we had back in the day with the Evo but good roms none-the-less. I would do yourself a favor and really not read into too much of the user reviews here. I see a lot of user error and just terrible flashing habits and a lot of complaining about issues with roms that quite frankly are created by the users bad flashing habits.
You had some good suggestions in here and great choice of stable roms like tdjs rom jamison904 rom
CM9 or AOKP

Teo032 said:
yeah now im just curious if 3.1.3 is suppose to support gingerbread. It'll be weird if it didn't. Is there an update to your superuser since you're on GB? if there is.. is it the 3.1.3 update? I'm way too lazy to test this out myself since i'm in the middle of testing other ROMs.
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I see an update in the Playstore, but I'm not willing to risk it at this point. @ Playaa thanks I'll weigh those options along with the other ROM that was suggested to me.
By the way, I read that in ICS there is a method for Tmobile to track tethering and start charging you for it even if you have a custom ROM. Is this so?

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Rom help needed.

Friends,
My dumb (backside) updated my root rom, but I cannot remember whose thread it was. I am not having any sort of issues, in fact this is the best rom I have used so far, but I would like to keep up with this version and all updates. Here is a screen shot of my device software info, please help. I promise not to let this happen again.
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michaellashawnbrown said:
Friends,
My dumb (backside) updated my root rom, but I cannot remember whose thread it was. I am not having any sort of issues, in fact this is the best rom I have used so far, but I would like to keep up with this version and all updates. Here is a screen shot of my device software info, please help. I promise not to let this happen again.
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hmmm no ss i cked my ph and pc hmmm
I was having isues with shoot me, it is there now.
michaellashawnbrown said:
I was having isues with shoot me, it is there now.
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What exactly do you want to know. I don't understand?
Whose rom am I using, so that I can keep up with their thread, just in case they make changes.
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Its just a rooted stock ROM you are using.
michaellashawnbrown said:
Friends,
My dumb (backside) updated my root rom, but I cannot remember whose thread it was. I am not having any sort of issues, in fact this is the best rom I have used so far, but I would like to keep up with this version and all updates. Here is a screen shot of my device software info, please help. I promise not to let this happen again.
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I may be wrong but it looks to me like you are on the official update. Do you still have root? Is your phone still s-off?
I do. I am still using all of my root only apps. Wifi tether, root explorer, etc. In fact I changed roms yesterday and did not like it so I used my nandroid to recover the rom.
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michaellashawnbrown said:
I do. I am still using all of my root only apps. Wifi tether, root explorer, etc. In fact I changed roms yesterday and did not like it so I used my nandroid to recover the rom.
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LOL, looks to me like you are on a rooted stock ROM. All the Dev's put their mark on that screen somewhere unless its a stock rooted ROM.
michaellashawnbrown said:
I do. I am still using all of my root only apps. Wifi tether, root explorer, etc. In fact I changed roms yesterday and did not like it so I used my nandroid to recover the rom.
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Everything looks like stock to me.
So it is a stock rom rooted? Ok. Doesn't bother me at all. Thanks. I am updated and still rooted.
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Back to my question, does anyone know who posted this?
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There are more than one dev who posted a rooted stock ROM so its hard to tell. When a new OTA comes out, a rooted stock ROM would be available soon after.
Thank you for all of the responses, I am enlightened. I am simply going to hold on this nandroid file and give the GB beta that is burning a hole in my pocket a try.
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OTA U.S Update to 2.3.6

hey guys just thought i would share but i got the 2.3.6 update right now OTA.... for those who still havent flashed it.. might as well wait unless your impatient...
Ricanblaze said:
hey guys just thought i would share but i got the 2.3.6 update right now OTA.... for those who still havent flashed it.. might as well wait unless your impatient...
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Does your browser perform worse than it did before you updated it? Thinking about getting this phone...
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Mine performs better actually.
Unfortunately, if you're bone stock unrooted like me this thing is loaded up the ass with CIQ.
:-(
Infrared28 said:
Does your browser perform worse than it did before you updated it? Thinking about getting this phone...
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The browser definitely performs better than it did before the update. I notice less checkerboardin'.
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ICS and rooted phone

Couple questions.
1. Will I get the official ICS update when it's released being rooted?
2. If not, should I just download it from XDA now?
TIA
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I would like to kno ... The answer to that question to ... I am rooted on . STOCK Rom ... Not really into that Rom ....BS
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Yes you will get the update being rooted. Also there is no t989 ICS. Probably wont be for a while.
GreggoryD502 said:
Yes you will get the update being rooted. Also there is no t989 ICS. Probably wont be for a while.
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Alphas in the dev section.
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You will get the update if you are STOCK rooted, not if using a custom ROM.
IF you have CWM installed (and I am sure you do), it could put you in a bootloop if you take the OTA.
IF you flash any of the current ICS builds that are based on Skyrocket, you will loose Wi-Fi calling ..
Just an FYI ...
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Alphas in the dev section.
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I think he means an official release from t-mobile because apparently every other sgs2 has gotten their leak but not ours. sighhh
What is ...... Cwm ... lol im new
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But i am rooted .....
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mrufokid said:
What is ...... Cwm ... lol im new
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clockworkmod recovery
chances are extremely high once the "official" release is done a rooted version will be hours away so either way your will be fine.
but yes there are FINALLY some ICS builds in progress in the Development section!!! woot woot
I was close to jumpin ship with this phone and picking up a Galaxy Nexus. Looked like we were never going to get anything for this bad boy!

Latest official stock ics rom

Hey s2 peeps.. my gf got one of these bad boys today and out of the box its running 2.3.6... I want to bump her up to ICS but nothing custom yet just the official firmware.. amybody know which one it is and where to get it from? I havent tried the software update in the system settings yet but hopefully someone can lead me in the right direction... thanks!!
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Theirs been a official update for like 4 months over Samsung kies
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So should I update thru that or odin the official firmware? Or does it not matter
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Well bro u could root then flash miui,aokp,cm10,if u want the best battery then flash a one of the Jedi ROMs I like the clone ... if u don't know how to root tell me I'll help
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I know how to do all the goods but I havent taken the time to dedicate my time to this phone since I dont own it.. but I cant stand seeing her on gb and I want the most stable ics rom there is (assuming official ics is) so she doesn *****.. she just got it u know so I want her to run smooth all day and night she converted from ios... last thing I want her to say is bad things lol any help os appreciated.. I just downloaded uvlh1.tar for odin.. is it safe to odin this over gb?
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Cm 9.1.0 xperia version is so sexy I am currently using miui but cm 9.1.0 is stable as a rock and smother then keth stone
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Just use KIES to update to 4.0.4 and root it, remove bloatwares and youre good to good with a fully working phone. She will appreciate it because every custom roms has bugs and always update and i bet she wont like that. My girl hates it too.. This is kinda like the other thread. What rom is wife approve?? Even though they suggest darkside, people always seem to have problems that others dont..
DMolina ツ
Kies remove root and this guy nows how to root and I ask him bro he's fine... most custom ROMs have less bugs vs aosp(aokp,miui,cm,)...have more bugs. I suggest cm 9.1.0
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Kies to 4.0.4 if you want a stable stock ROM. You can always root after that. 4.0.3 stock wasn't that greatest btw. most of the 4.0.4 custom ROMs are stable. Only the jb 4.1+ roms have a couple bugs here and there.
Btw ^ AOSP is a custom ROM too. I'm sure you know that, but it was a bit confusing and you're not making the most sense right now lol
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Teo032 said:
Kies to 4.0.4 if you want a stable stock ROM. You can always root after that. 4.0.3 stock wasn't that greatest btw. most of the 4.0.4 custom ROMs are stable. Only the jb 4.1+ roms have a couple bugs here and there.
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I second this method, it's the safest. I'd do the same for my girl if I could pry the damn iPhone out of her hands.
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Anyone else skipping roms?

I decided no roms this time around. I want everything to work. I will likely root to get rid of some bloat. Anyone else?
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You're not alone. I was trying the same approach. So far I like what the note offers.
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same here, want to just enjoy the amseome phone
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I doubt i even root
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I agree, I'm only rooting to get my apps from titanium back, but other than that, I'm pretty sure I'll be happy with touchwiz JellyBean
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+1 same here!
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DaveANH said:
I decided no roms this time around. I want everything to work. I will likely root to get rid of some bloat. Anyone else?
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I will say that this is one of the ONLY phones that I ever thought about NOT romming but I doubt I will be able to hold back if something really good comes out...Hello, I am Justin, I am a flashaholic!
GOTTA have root access though... Can't have any company telling me what I HAVE to keep on my phone! :good:
My exact same thoughts. I only rooted to get rid of the bloat. Quick question though. ... im a little nervous... would I still be able to update if tmobile decides to push one even though im rooted?
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I hope not to also but when a new version of android comes out and no update from the carrier then flashing seems like the only option..
Cm10 with S pen functionality is that possible?
Should get rid of CarrierIQ at least =/
Paranoid is a must on this phone. Will likely wait until there is a stable release.
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washjayb said:
Paranoid is a must on this phone. Will likely wait until there is a stable release.
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Deff agree on that one. But alas, i will miss alot of the OG functions from touchwiz on this phone. Although with GN1, they found work arounds for it. Especially S Note.
My plan is to root as late as I can to avoid messing things up. I figure we won't see an update for a few weeks and by then all the bugs that come along with rooting a phone should be worked out. I really enjoy this phone and can, surprisingly, wait on rooting.
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jghidalgo307 said:
My exact same thoughts. I only rooted to get rid of the bloat. Quick question though. ... im a little nervous... would I still be able to update if tmobile decides to push one even though im rooted?
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I know when I rooted that if I go to check for a software update it says it won't do it on a modified device so I am pretty sure we won't get OTA's through the rooted devices but you can just wait for someone to post the updated OTA and flash that and your good to go!
Or do you still have stock recovery?
Only rooted for bloat and spyware removal and a nice kernel. But im only flashing stock TW based roms!
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The only way I will install a custom rom on the note 2 is if they come out with Android 4.1.2 , 4.2, or Key Lime Pie.
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I'll still get a custom ROM but only those based on stick for full s pen and camera usage. Can't give those up
shojus said:
I know when I rooted that if I go to check for a software update it says it won't do it on a modified device so I am pretty sure we won't get OTA's through the rooted devices but you can just wait for someone to post the updated OTA and flash that and your good to go!
Or do you still have stock recovery?
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I guess I'll do that.
Seriously I don't understand why would anyone want aosp roms on this baby when spen features and touchwiz is what makes this phone awesome. To each its own. I just dont want the term flashing hipster to give birth.
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I want to root but I want the functionality of ISIS.
So no rooting at this point
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Im either going to wait to root until after the ota for multi window function is sent out or ill root if a rom including it is released first.

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