[Q] Which is the best Root? - Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III

Hello m8's just got black friday 49.99 deal for Sprint Samsung Galaxy and have a brand spanking S3 out of box.
Now I have not turned it on so should I go ahead and let it update to JB then root away?
Also which is the sure shot best rooting overall with CWM Recovery and able to apply different roms other than stock?
I seen a few so far there's...
[SAMSUNG GALAXY S3 QCOM TOOLKIT V2.3] Drivers Backup Root CWM BusyBox + MORE [SPR]
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746680
looks complete easy exe to launch
another great dude is
http://www.qbking77.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii13.html
nice video tutorial plus trusted
found this also Mr. Rogers
[HOW TO] Easiest Root and Recovery: SGS3 LTE Sprint, T-Mobile, AT&T, Rogers
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1743780
I like the easy no hassle sesame approach
finally
[2012.10.30][SPH-L710] CF-Auto-Root v1.0
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1963812
for a more conservative with no CMW and close to stock as possible...
Which do you suggest is the most up to date, complete and best overall? Not a novice but don't want to brick out of the box either, Thanks for your inputs m8's
Lanboy
=)

Team Epic Root From Recovery
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Qbking77 had never steered me wrong. Plus being able to watch it seems easier the reading it.
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m20120 said:
Team Epic Root From Recovery
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Tis the only method I certify; I still root other G S IIIs with that method.

Speedin07si said:
Qbking77 had never steered me wrong. Plus being able to watch it seems easier the reading it.
Sent from Pluto.
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Just did this yesterday. It couldn't have been easier.

What about updating while on root, will I be able to update to JB?
Great input m8's really enjoyed you guys reassuring me on the right road plus Qbking77 is legendary...
now what about updating while on root, will I be able to update to JB?
don't know if its already as JB out of the box, website Sprint states JB on it.
can JB be also rooted like ICS?
Thanks again friends, now just got to start researching battery saving Roms.
Lanboy
=)

lanboy said:
Great input m8's really enjoyed you guys reassuring me on the right road plus Qbking77 is legendary...
now what about updating while on root, will I be able to update to JB?
don't know if its already as JB out of the box, website Sprint states JB on it.
can JB be also rooted like ICS?
Thanks again friends, now just got to start researching battery saving Roms.
Lanboy
=)
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If you root using the first method, it give you the stock rom with root access, then you can flash any rom after that, be it ics or jellybean.

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[REQUEST][KERNEL] STOCK Epic 4g Touch Kernel

Hello All,
I haven't noticed anyone ask this yet, so I hope I'm not jumping the gun here... but I was hoping someone had already posted the stock epic 4g touch kernel.. and I don't see it.
Anyone have it available to post??
Thanks a ton!!!
mastermindnate said:
Hello All,
I haven't noticed anyone ask this yet...
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Hi.
It's been asked for a zillion times and is being worked on. Many expect it to be posted today, though we will have to wait and see.
Thanks.
Bubbys kernel is a rooted stock kernel. This belongs in general .
Sent from my Samsung Eptouch 4g
coldblooded79 said:
Bubbys kernel is a rooted stock kernel. This belongs in general .
Sent from my Samsung Eptouch 4g
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we want one that's unrooted...
plmiller0905 said:
we want one that's unrooted...
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Where is this "bubby's Kernel" at..i don't see it..
plmiller0905 said:
we want one that's unrooted...
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Well we shall just get on that now that you want it... If wishes were fishes we'd have a nice plate of fish 'n chips.
Moving this to the appropriate section. Do people not read the stickies that say "POST IN THE CORRECT FORUM!"
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thanks for being rude. ill look elsewhere for a more intelligent response.
Don't think anyone was trying to be rude. Everyone's a little on edge due to some folks having issues even on stock, thankfully I'm not one of them, and/or issues with the rooted kernels, then when someone comes in here and makes a thread that plain ole common sense or a few minutes of reading would satisfy it probably starts to feel like babysitting a gaggle of impatient 3 year olds...
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thanks for being rude. ill look elsewhere for a more intelligent response.
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Follow the rules and post in the correct spot and do some reading beforehand. Will help you find more information.
If you get the stock sprint/samsung kernel it will take away the yellow caution sign/exclamation mark at boot correct?
I downloaded and used SPH-D710_Zedomax_EpicTouchKernel-v1 and I am getting that yellow sign now. Just want to know if I unrooted if it would take that off.
thx!
DT
coldblooded79 said:
Bubbys kernel is a rooted stock kernel. This belongs in general .
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Are you talking about the one with CWR built in when you say Bubby's kernel?
From here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1268037
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I thought you had to flash up su in order to get root - or is there another one I'm missing somewhere
vanberge said:
Are you talking about the one with CWR built in when you say Bubby's kernel?
From here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1268037
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I thought you had to flash up su in order to get root - or is there another one I'm missing somewhere
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Yeah it can be exploited for root if you install superuser via the cwm zip.
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[Q] Which ROM/Kernel should I install for Galaxy Nexus

Hi Guys,
Just a few questions..
1. What ROM can you recommend to install? Currently on Galaxy Nexus GSM 4.0.2
ICL53F.I9250XWLK2
2. Same thing as ROM..
3. What are the other things that I need to customize my Nexus?
TIA
I use 4.0.4 stock rom with popcorn kernel, here are my benchmark with this combination
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Stock was 6108
i highly recommend using AOKP... it comes with Faux kernel baked in.. great combination... amazing devs and support... here is the link...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1402341
hi guys, thanks for your suggestions.. Now, I just successfully installed AOKP. However, my big problem is that my camera didn't save images/videos.. I am now on the panic mode.
sylar012 said:
hi guys, thanks for your suggestions.. Now, I just successfully installed AOKP. However, my big problem is that my camera didn't save images/videos.. I am now on the panic mode.
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Are you using stock camera? Also, what kernel are you using?
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Are you using stock camera? Also, what kernel are you using?
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3.0.8-gaaa2611. that's my kernel version. I haven't install Kernel updates here. What do you mean by stock camera? <pardon for the noob question> My phone is already rooted/unlocked.
What were your instructions for rooting? (Assuming you weren't rooted before you posted this)
Your root method may have wiped everything
meti84 said:
I use 4.0.4 stock rom with popcorn kernel, here are my benchmark with this combination
Stock was 6108
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holy...highest mark ive seen in a while...my phone never made it past 6880....maybe its cause of th aggressive popcorn kernel? always used franco
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Kevin Ma said:
holy...highest mark ive seen in a while...my phone never made it past 6880....maybe its cause of th aggressive popcorn kernel? always used franco
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No, i'm using gallimaufry. I'm surprised too, I didn't expect such a high score
Check my sig to make sure you're installing the roms correctly.
Post two will detail it.
A "stock" camera is the camera that comes pre-installed. Not one from the play store.
I'm on AOKP, and can confirm no such issue.
I think my camera started malfunctioning <didn't save images/videos> when I wipe data due to I forgot my screen lock pattern <yes, I forgot! WTH>. Then, I flash AOKP b29 to see if it will solved my dilemma but it didn't. Last resort was, flash original stock ROM from Google website. Now, I am back to stock ROM.
@Jubakuba: I follow your procedure before, but when I tried to re-install Titanium Backup <free> to restore apps, it didn't succeed and prompts error which is something like code:32.

Original Rogers ROM

Hi everyone,
Recently I purchased a brand new samsung galaxy s3 from Rogers, all was well. I rooted and installed Ultimatum using these links.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1739426
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1732191
http://www.epiccm.org/2012/06/cwm-recovery-on-all-sgs3-lte-variants.html
Soon after I realized my phone was bleeding, unfortunately I am unable to show you the real thing but these are the exact circumstances it occurs under.
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The white line is actually black, and only can be seen when the background is black and surroundings are dark, EX. under the covers of your blanket while watching a video at night.
I want to return the phone to get a new one, but obviously I'm unable to due to rooting and installing a custom ROM, is there a way to get the original rogers ROM back so it will be unnoticeable that I've changed the ROM? If not what other options do I have?
Thanks in advanced , any advice is appreiciated.
James Chen.
You can find the stock firmware here:
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&model=SGH-I747M&pcode=RWC&os=1&type=1#firmware
Also you might want Google around for "resetting the flash counter". If the flash counter is incremented it voids the warranty.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747
Thanks for the response. Do I install the stock ROM the same way as I did the custom one?
use odin to install stock rom...
Sorry, I'm not too familiar with phones. Can anyone post a link or step by step how to use Odin to flash it back to the original ROM? The only time I used Odin was to root my phone. Thanks in advance
JamesChen123 said:
Sorry, I'm not too familiar with phones. Can anyone post a link or step by step how to use Odin to flash it back to the original ROM? The only time I used Odin was to root my phone. Thanks in advance
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This is a guide, its for USA version but its the same just don't use the ROM file they provide:
http://galaxys3root.com/galaxy-s3-unroot/how-to-unroot-att-galaxy-s3-sgh-i747/
Another one with ROM files for the Canadian one should you need
http://galaxys3root.com/galaxy-s3-unroot/how-to-unroot-canadian-galaxy-s3-sgh-i747m-stock-roms/
Good luck.
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JamesChen123 said:
Hi everyone,
Recently I purchased a brand new samsung galaxy s3 from Rogers, all was well. I rooted and installed Ultimatum using these links.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1739426
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1732191
http://www.epiccm.org/2012/06/cwm-recovery-on-all-sgs3-lte-variants.html
Soon after I realized my phone was bleeding, unfortunately I am unable to show you the real thing but these are the exact circumstances it occurs under.
The white line is actually black, and only can be seen when the background is black and surroundings are dark, EX. under the covers of your blanket while watching a video at night.
I want to return the phone to get a new one, but obviously I'm unable to due to rooting and installing a custom ROM, is there a way to get the original rogers ROM back so it will be unnoticeable that I've changed the ROM? If not what other options do I have?
Thanks in advanced , any advice is appreiciated.
James Chen.
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Another thing you could do is if you had insurance just smash the phone like I did give them the 100 bucks and get a brand new phone! Rogers is so easy to manipulate
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Thanks for all the replies, I was able to unroot and return everything back to the stock ROM, now to the Rogers store!

Kit Kat for sprint gs2 flashed to boost??

I'm between android devices and want to hopefully flash a Kit Kat build on my wife's gs2. I'm asking here being I've had to resort to a iPhone for the time being. Any info would be appreciated
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Have you even looked at the ROM thread
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That's not for a samsung galaxy s2 it says lg.. Thanks anyway
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gamepro602 said:
Have you even looked at the ROM thread
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Yeah I checked but this device is weird as you know and I wanted a bit of assistance not wise ass remarks. I'm new on this part of xda and with a flashed phone I know some roms don't work correctly. That's why I asked not to be lazy. Check my stats I do a lot of support for the one xl. And one thing I wouldn't do was post a link to a totally different device, someone with less common sense could brick with wrong info.
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31ken31 said:
That's not for a samsung galaxy s2 it says lg.. Thanks anyway
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My bad, I read that as G2, I apologize. I was confused as to why this was posted here. If you want a ROM that works correctly go with TouchWiz. AOSP ROMs are pretty buggy on this device, especially KitKat.
What do I need to do to go from stock rooted this is a confusing device and I also still have stock recovery
Gb27 by the way
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Get Mobile Odin, flash this kernel (.tar format)-http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2244781 in Mobile Odin and that will give you a custom recovery
Would u recommend wiping dalvik and cache? Or is it safe to just reboot into the stock rom?
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31ken31 said:
Would u recommend wiping dalvik and cache? Or is it safe to just reboot into the stock rom?
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If all you flash it the kernel, its safe to reboot without wiping anything. However, I would follow any and all directions given by the OP of any ROM or kernel you flash to the letter. Otherwise, you're asking for issues. This is a confusing device, and there are so many little nuances that need to be done just right to avoid problems.
If you take nothing else away from this post, remember this website www.rwilco12.com, it will save your device if you run into issues or just need anything for the device. Every ROM, kernel and modem leaked and/or released for this device by Samsung is on there and will return you to stock in a heartbeat.:good:

Stock Rom Stripped of Bloatware from Samsung Repair Center

I recently got my S6 back from Samsung. They untripped knox, and installed a very slim rom without any of the sprint bloatware, and no sprint splash screen. Is there some way I can back up this rom to be able to flash it in odin if/when I need to?
Thanks!
TWRP
bert1983 said:
I recently got my S6 back from Samsung. They untripped knox, and installed a very slim rom without any of the sprint bloatware, and no sprint splash screen. Is there some way I can back up this rom to be able to flash it in odin if/when I need to?
Thanks!
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You can back up everything if you flash TWRP recovery and select the backup option it comes in hand but other than that i dont believe you can do it without tripping Knox again
Thanks for the reply, that's unfortunate news. I really don't feel like tripping Knox since I would like samsung pay to continue working.
bert1983 said:
Thanks for the reply, that's unfortunate news. I really don't feel like tripping Knox since I would like samsung pay to continue working.
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You can try ADB Backup. A good set of instructions can be found at:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-nexus/general/guide-phone-backup-unlock-root-t1420351
No guarantee that this will work, but it should not trip Knox.
Please post a system dump of this b3fore you do anything. PLEASE
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Is it oi1 build ? Ive sent plenty phones back for warranty and samsung never did that before . Trip knox , so what? Samsung warrantys phones like that all the time . Just tell them you took it to the samsung experience shop at "BestBuy" and they tried to flash the operating system to get the phone working properly again. Id tell them it kept rebooting after you updated it through wifi to 5.1.1 . Youll never have an issue with them if you explain it to them that way . Give us a new build lol
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They untripped knox....
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That's the real goal there....
OK I'll work on it this week. I don't want to not be able to use the Samsung pay feature though
I am curious if its the same build number as mine, I have this screenshot so tell me is yours the same or different? Mine is Stock Sprint
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I am curious if its the same build number as mine, I have this screenshot so tell me is yours the same or different? Mine is Stock Sprint
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That's the same build I have after updating my device. Have you had any luck rooting yours yet?
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gimmeitorilltell said:
That's the same build I have after updating my device. Have you had any luck rooting yours yet?
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I have yet to Root the phone, been waiting and think I will try soon, as I might not need Samsung Pay, been playing with Google 's " Android Pay " not sure what if I will even use these services, I might just root now... LOL

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