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[Q] Help with rooting (long rant)

Hello people
I'm a user of the Arc s and who has spent over 5 hrs trying to root my phone but with no luck,
I've tried every way of rooting I could find but they ether don't work or I couldn't download the required files.
Meaning when I try and download the flashtools, A i don't know which one if the correct link because theres like 600 links or something and, B the person who uploaded the files had to use a server with a 1 download a hr limet and I'm NOT paying anything or signing up to the hosting place.
When I try one of the easy ways, like the one click app way they don't do anything, like i get cmd popping up for like 2 seconds then closing but nothing happens.
Just so you guys know, I'm not a noob. I have done these things before on different phones, but A it's been a long time scenes I've rooted anything before and B my Arc needs to be rooted in a very strange way which I've never seen before.
So the bottom line is i need help, can anyone help? anything would be useful.

Flashtool has 3 links on the main page ...
http://androxyde.github.com/
All 3 worked fine for me. Let's start there

What build are you on? If it is .62/69 then the one click method its never going to work.
If on .42 then the one click will work
if on ics the easy rooting will work add I have used them both.
Flashtools look for version .7.0.1
When using three one click rooting phone needs to be powered on. Connect via usb run file via PC then follow the promts on screen.
I an not in front of PC so cant post links.
Sent from my LT18i using XDA App

I think im on build 4.1.K.0.5 if that helps

alex ainsley said:
I think im on build 4.1.K.0.5 if that helps
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Sorry not sure what this is... Is it gb 2.3.4
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oh I throught you ment somthing els, I'm on ice 4.0.3

ics sorry, dam auto correct

You can use the easy rooting method with ics,I have used it my self.
Look in Dev section for past by doomlord follow his instructions carefully.
You phone switched on with debug enabled and connectEd in mtp mode.
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Ok i will do that later. one thing I would like to add is that in all the time I've been using android, I've never had to do anything with unlocking bootloaders.
but I'll come to that after I'm rooted.

Ok well I'm just having bad day,
I've tryed this one. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1601038
and It doesn't work, I just get waiting for device and nothing happens. I've waited like 30min with nothing. and yes I have got usb debugging on and unknown sources on aswell.
Any ideas on what can be wrong?

ok I've had a bit more luck, I've found the newer version of the program and now it runs through the process but it just fails, I don't get root when the program sas it's fished :S.
now whats going wrong?

Ok I've changed tack, I've tried the flashtools metherd but when I try that it gives me another ******* error. It can't mount the system.
I'm really stuck HELP?
I'm my time of using android I've never had a device this hard to root in my life !!!

alex ainsley said:
ok I've had a bit more luck, I've found the newer version of the program and now it runs through the process but it just fails, I don't get root when the program sas it's fished :S.
now whats going wrong?
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newer version of the program?? link me the link, let me check
if you are on ICS, the link you posted before should work for you, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1601038, i don't think there is any newer version.. are you on stock ICS firmware 4.1.A.0.562 ?

imkid5359 said:
newer version of the program?? link me the link, let me check
if you are on ICS, the link you posted before should work for you, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1601038, i don't think there is any newer version.. are you on stock ICS firmware 4.1.A.0.562 ?
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Everyone is quoting these firmware numbers and I don't know where I can check my version ???
also the one click root also gives me a lot of errors + the can't mount system :S.

alex ainsley said:
Everyone is quoting these firmware numbers and I don't know where I can check my version ???
also the one click root also gives me a lot of errors + the can't mount system :S.
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sorry I forgot to send you the link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1320350

All those numbers are found in phone settings scroll to bottom and select about phone there you will find the build number which is the firmware
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It almost sounds like your on GB... seriously. Press Menu - Settings - About (scroll to the bottom you'll have the version of Android you're running)

Ok well I know for a fact I'm on ics and I'm on the latest version of Sony official ics.

Then the following method:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1330314
works like a charm and it's easy as hell.

Thats the one I tried at the start. I still get the can't mount system error.
Theres probably something simple that I'm missing but I have no clue what it could be.

[APP] Orange Quick Tap NFC payments apk

I've pulled and attached the apk file for the Orange Quick Tap application. Unfortunately, I've only been able to get it to install on Galaxy S3s. If anyone is skilled enough to get it to install on a Galaxy Nexus (I think there are device checks in the apk?), please have a go.

Almost 30 of you have downloaded this, yet not a single comment? Come on!

Hi,
I installed it on my htc one x but it needs a quicktap sim, I'm going to order one and let you guys know what it says

Can't seem to get it installed on my S3. Moved it to system/app changed permissions but wouldn't install. Rebooted and same story.

That helps. I think that suggests that this apk doesn't actually have a device check. The reason why it's not installing on my Galaxy Nexus is probably due to a missing dependency, which I believe to be the Open Mobile API.
The Open Mobile API is used by many manufacturers to enable the use of special SIM cards as an NFC secure element for payments and other things. Google have not included this API in stock Android, as they want to limit Nexus devices to just the embedded secure element. Compare that to the Galaxy S3, which is confirmed to be able to use the MicroSD, SIM and its embedded secure element.
To test this, could people with any stock software NFC-enabled Samsung (non-Nexus), HTC or Sony device try to install the apk? I'd expect it to install on any ISIS-certified phone for example. And then to confirm that the API is the issue, could someone who has installed an AOSP stock ROM (which shouldn't support the open mobile API) onto their GS3, One X or Xperia S try to install the Quick Tap apk? If I'm right, it won't install on those ROMs.

RichySamui said:
Can't seem to get it installed on my S3. Moved it to system/app changed permissions but wouldn't install. Rebooted and same story.
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What ROM are you running on your S3?

Right rang up orange and they are not giving put nfc sim cards unless you are a new or upgrading costumer
Sent from my HTC One X using xda premium

Installs fine on stock unbranded SIII.
When ran, says checking for services
Then says "Sorry, you need a quick tap sim card in order to use the quick tap wallet" with customer service numbers to call 150 PAYM/450 PAYG

Alright, thanks. Now we need someone with a STOCK (no TouchWiz) AOSP CUSTOM ROM, e.g. CM9/CM10 on a SIII, One X or Xperia S to see what happens.

Rooted HTC One X with ARHD. Installs with no issue but falls over at the Sim card required stage. I'm going to give Orange a call and see what they say.

dr9722 said:
Rooted HTC One X with ARHD. Installs with no issue but falls over at the Sim card required stage. I'm going to give Orange a call and see what they say.
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Unfortunately ARHD is based on the stock HTC ROM. Does anyone have one of the phones I've listed above, but running CM9 or CM10?

I tried to install it on my rooted GNex with stock 4.1.1 JB.
Put it into the download folder then went to install it it and it just says "app not installed"
Can someone tell me why it wont install, what the problem is?
I am on Orange UK.

sferg.410 said:
I tried to install it on my rooted GNex with stock 4.1.1 JB.
Put it into the download folder then went to install it it and it just says "app not installed"
Can someone tell me why it wont install, what the problem is?
I am on Orange UK.
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I've already explained why it won't install. Stock Android doesn't have some components that this application requires for communication with the SIM. Furthermore, it's very possible that this application will never work with the Galaxy Nexus, as Google might have physically removed the connection between the SIM and the NFC controller - forcing Nexus users to be limited to only Google Wallet. Many people don't realise that Google are actually quite anti-competitive.

Guess I better get a Galaxy S3 LTE then.

I have a nfc sim card from starhub. Dk if it will work
Sent from Gnex with AndroidME CM10 ROM

sferg.410 said:
I tried to install it on my rooted GNex with stock 4.1.1 JB.
Put it into the download folder then went to install it it and it just says "app not installed"
Can someone tell me why it wont install, what the problem is?
I am on Orange UK.
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It won't install because it's a system app. Push it to /system/app instead.

Rusty! said:
It won't install because it's a system app. Push it to /system/app instead.
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ok did that and tried to install it. got "parse error" as a result.
thanks anyway.

Rusty! said:
It won't install because it's a system app. Push it to /system/app instead.
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That's not the issue. I've already mentioned twice that stock Android does not contain the dependencies that this application requires; that's why it won't install.

I understand that this orange app installs a barclays app - can you post the apk for this?

AMoosa said:
I understand that this orange app installs a barclays app - can you post the apk for this?
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I don't have an S3, so I can't install this in the first place. Your signature lists you as owning an S3, so why don't you install it?

Google playstore not appearing in my new HTC One V

Hello all,
I got my new HTC one V today. But to my surprise, I cant see the playstore app.
So thought downloading it from net.
I installed many times, but each time I click on the icon, it just wont open. It blinks and comes to main mobile menu again..
Any clue as to whats the matter is?
Thanks

Praveer said:
Hello all,
I got my new HTC one V today. But to my surprise, I cant see the playstore app.
So thought downloading it from net.
I installed many times, but each time I click on the icon, it just wont open. It blinks and comes to main mobile menu again..
Any clue as to whats the matter is?
Thanks
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i think u shuld go to service centre bcoz its not rooted or anythn ryt??

Thanks for your reply. Its not rooted but its was not purchased from India.
So wont there be an issue with warranty?
Thanks

Try going into apps settings and clearing data for playstore.
Sent from my One V using xda app-developers app

Well guys I guess as its bought from Taiwan and as China is having troubles with Google hence its playstore app not there.
Thanks

did you logged in with your google account? the playstore appears ONLY after you logged in from settings

Praveer said:
Well guys I guess as its bought from Taiwan and as China is having troubles with Google hence its playstore app not there.
Thanks
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Unlock it via HTC Dev then fastboot flash twrp, flash ICS gapps or custom rom
sent from my Samsung Gangster S III on the T-Mobile network

1ceb0x said:
did you logged in with your google account? the playstore appears ONLY after you logged in from settings
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Well I did but no option of Google under account and sync.
And I don't want to install any custom Rom atm
Thanks

Praveer said:
Well I did but no option of Google under account and sync.
And I don't want to install any custom Rom atm
Thanks
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Well at least flash twrp or cwm recovery so you can flash ics gaaps(Google apps) if you don't have access to play stores
sent from my Samsung Gangster S III on the T-Mobile network

md1008 said:
Well at least flash twrp or cwm recovery so you can flash ics gaaps(Google apps) if you don't have access to play stores
sent from my Samsung Gangster S III on the T-Mobile network
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he needs to unlock phone's bootloader - hence it will loose his warranty. maybe he doesn't want that

1ceb0x said:
he needs to unlock phone's bootloader - hence it will loose his warranty. maybe he doesn't want that
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Correct

[Q] my phone has some malfunctions

i bought a galaxy nexus phone over 9 months ago, i didn't know about android then, but now i notice some serious problems with my phone.
first of all i tried a pattern security lock and set the time to immediate but nothing happens ever!!
then i tried to update the android but there is no check for updates in about phone!!
some really good apps won't start on my phone, it always says "unfortunately, .... has stopped" like google play store, yahoo messenger, nimbuzz and some famous games
i tried to update android with recovery mode and again there was no install zip from SD card!
is it a way to solve my problem?

What OS version are you running? Also, what Nexus do you have? There are different versions, some of which are updated by Samsung (or others) and lag behind the Google variety. Perhaps this is why you aren't getting updates.
Being that you are having multiple problems, that probably aren't linked to one cause, I would think a factory reset is in your future. You could try clearing the data and cache for the problematic apps first though.

i tried to use nexus update checker but it says your device is not nexus!!!!
also there is no google framework in app list!!! i have done factory reset but it didn't change any of my problems

trojan_girl said:
i tried to use nexus update checker but it says your device is not nexus!!!!
also there is no google framework in app list!!! i have done factory reset but it didn't change any of my problems
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What version of the OS are you running? Go to settings > about phone it should say it there, under something like Android Version. 4.X.X
What type of device do you have. I derped the link in my first post, but I have fixed it now. It has info on how to figure out what Nexus you have if you are unsure.

cupfulloflol said:
What version of the OS are you running? Go to settings > about phone it should say it there, under something like Android Version. 4.X.X
What type of device do you have. I derped the link in my first post, but I have fixed it now. It has info on how to figure out what Nexus you have if you are unsure.
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I followed the instructions
it is " full_maguro"
and android version is 4.0.1

trojan_girl said:
I followed the instructions
it is " full_maguro"
and android version is 4.0.1
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Are you running a custom ROM? Or anything not stock? Custom kernel, recovery, updated radios, deleted or modified a stock app....etc
You may just be best off by unlocking the bootloader (if it isn't already) and flashing the factory images for either takju or yakju.

Was your phone used when you bought it?
When you boot your phone, is there an open lock below the google writing?
Like in this picture:
cdn.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Nexus-7-Unlocked.jpg

cupfulloflol said:
Are you running a custom ROM? Or anything not stock? Custom kernel, recovery, updated radios, deleted or modified a stock app....etc
You may just be best off by unlocking the bootloader (if it isn't already) and flashing the factory images for either takju or yakju.
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no i don't have any custom ROM or anything.
i may sound stupid to you but i really don't know how to flash to takju or yakju...

Cliff666 said:
Was your phone used when you bought it?
When you boot your phone, is there an open lock below the google writing?
Like in this picture:
cdn.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Nexus-7-Unlocked.jpg
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It was pretty sealed when i bought it. i don't think it was used before
and yes there is an open lock when i start up the phone

trojan_girl said:
It was pretty sealed when i bought it. i don't think it was used before
and yes there is an open lock when i start up the phone
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There are toolkits (I've used wugfreshs ) and tutorials in the q&a and general forums it's real easy I'll try to post some links to help
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 4

trojan_girl said:
no i don't have any custom ROM or anything.
i may sound stupid to you but i really don't know how to flash to takju or yakju...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1626895

cupfulloflol said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1626895
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thanks
now i am running android 4.3 :cyclops:

Downgrade from Marshmallow to Lollipop

I recently upgraded to marshmallow and its been a nightmare. Phone lags, its slower than it ever was, battery drains quickly. I loved this phone now its turning into one of the worst.
Can anyone please post a guide to safely downgrade to lollipop?

what company do you have? and what system os is your computer

miguel11691 said:
what company do you have? and what system os is your computer
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I have both mac and windows.
My phone is purchased in the middle east it's not locked to any company. It's purchased from a retailer.

miguel11691 said:
what company do you have? and what system os is your computer
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Help please! Somebody anybody

shabaansaber said:
Help please! Somebody anybody
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Did you try formatting the phone and setting it up again? That usually solves issues with major Android releases.

Ramsey said:
Did you try formatting the phone and setting it up again? That usually solves issues with major Android releases.
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Yes, factory reset. Still no changes. The phone is slower than ever and the battery life is horrible.
I just want to downgrade it back to Lollipop.

If you have s-off you can follow this thread, some people have gotten good results.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/desire-eye/development/stock-rom-htc-desire-eye-asia-eyetuhl-t3336138/page4
Have you tried flashing a custom rom?

JuanArg said:
If you have s-off you can follow this thread, some people have gotten good results.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/des...om-htc-desire-eye-asia-eyetuhl-t3336138/page4
Have you tried flashing a custom rom?
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Hey, thanks for replying. I'm a total noob at this. I don't know what these terms mean s-off or flashing. I did tried to google them but to no avail.
Can you guide me a little as how do I turn s-off?
My device is the middle eastern version.
I'll follow rest of the guide.
Is it safe though? Any risk of bricking?

same here
shabaansaber said:
Hey, thanks for replying. I'm a total noob at this. I don't know what these terms mean s-off or flashing. I did tried to google them but to no avail.
Can you guide me a little as how do I turn s-off?
My device is the middle eastern version.
I'll follow rest of the guide.
Is it safe though? Any risk of bricking?
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i've been in this bad situation for a week trying to fix my desire eye slowing badly and my wife's htc 820 restarting randomely and services keep crashing . all that after the stupid 6 MARSHMALLOW update ....errrr Frustrating .
-soft , hard reset and wiping the cash does nothing ..
-been roaming here and there and coulding find that RUU version of mine EYE_UL PVT SHIP S-ON and while trying to installing wrong version i noticed the number i am about to update is way lower than my current . i think i am on 4 and it was trying to upload like 1 or 2 sorry cant remember just mashed up a huge informations in one night for 6 hours trying to figure out any safe solution before i dig into rooting and unlocking boot loader.
oh and for >>shaabansaber << power off your phone and then hold (power+volume down) buttons to access the bootloader menu then post here the info you see so the guys can help .
mine are ::
EYE_UL PVT SHIP S-ON
HBOOT-3.19.0.0000
RADIO-1.22.213311581.29G
OPENDSP-v51.2.2-00593-M8974_F0.1015
OS-4.11.401.1
eMMC-boot 2048MB
Feb 17 2016,11:02:17:0

htc desire eye returned back to stock but now HOME BUTTON is missing + Unable to install any apps. Plz help

I still have a lagging problem and unusable camera after numerous factory resets, cache clearing and removing disabling apps. Is there a definitive solution out there? I'm willing to downgrade to lollipop if it means my phone is restored to working properly. My phone is not rooted and I'm a complete newbie as to attempting to do that. Any tips/suggestions would be greatly received as I'm at my wits end. Thanks in advance

Dude go to play store find the app called "HTC Speak" uninstall it from. There and see if it fixes. If not then u r probably suffering from mobile data active error fix It Install exposed module Mobile active fix

TahirZX said:
Dude go to play store find the app called "HTC Speak" uninstall it from. There and see if it fixes. If not then u r probably suffering from mobile data active error fix It Install exposed module Mobile active fix
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Thanks for tip. I tried uninstalling "HTC speak" but still getting problem. Where can I install Mobile active fix?
Thanks again.

Install Xposed installer and install the framework. You can find guides about it all over the desire eye forum. Then open the installed app i.e Xposed Installer. Go to downloads and search MobileRadioActiveFix. Download and install it. Then go back to main menu. Go to framework and reboot device from the framework.

jimboblue said:
I still have a lagging problem and unusable camera after numerous factory resets, cache clearing and removing disabling apps. Is there a definitive solution out there? I'm willing to downgrade to lollipop if it means my phone is restored to working properly. My phone is not rooted and I'm a complete newbie as to attempting to do that. Any tips/suggestions would be greatly received as I'm at my wits end. Thanks in advance
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Is your phone rooted? have you been able to flash a custom ROM by now?

I'm rooted and I'm using mini's ICE 2.0.0 MM rom
I'm also using Mini's kernel 3.4.0
And didn't get any bug yet apart from nfc not working on this rom

TahirZX said:
I'm rooted and I'm using mini's ICE 2.0.0 MM rom
I'm also using Mini's kernel 3.4.0
And didn't get any bug yet apart from nfc not working on this rom
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Did you try running any hardware diagnostics? If not try that and see what it says.

Bisal said:
htc desire eye returned back to stock but now HOME BUTTON is missing + Unable to install any apps. Plz help
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for Home button:
go to Setting --> Personalize --> Change navigation buttons --> and tick Home
then rearrange the sequence for the shortcut (say Back-Home-Recent apps or Recent apps-Home-Back)
As for Unable to install apps, try this:
Setting --> Security --> Unknown sources, and tick it
hope this help

usmantahir said:
Is your phone rooted? have you been able to flash a custom ROM by now?
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My phone is still not rooted as I'm unable to work out how to do it. I try and unlock bootloader but cannot manually enable OEM unlocking in Developer options. I can see Developer options but no OEM unlocking. Do I need to do this?

jimboblue said:
My phone is still not rooted as I'm unable to work out how to do it. I try and unlock bootloader but cannot manually enable OEM unlocking in Developer options. I can see Developer options but no OEM unlocking. Do I need to do this?
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Ok i managed to use windroid toolkit and now have a rooted phone (I didnt need to enable OEM unlocking.)
Just need to know how to apply a ROM and which one to choose. Any ideas? Thanks