I have seen some of the guides, however here is my situation. I have a Sprint Evo 4g, and a prevail already on the boost network. I have never flashed a phone before, but I've done rooting and what not.
My prevail is already rooted, but the Evo 4g is clean and unrooted.
I found some guides but I get confused on what to do after a certain point. I'm looking for someone who has done this before to help explain to me. Following directions is ok, but I like to understand how the process works.
Also what is the best method of flashing now, I've seen 2 or 3 different method but I definitely prefer the easiest way quickest way. I also have skype if you want add me and message me, [email protected]
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Hi, it's my first post here, and it's only because I think I did ALOT of research, but didn't find the info I needed.
THE STORY:
I just bought a used Evo Shift, and been researching on how to flash it to MetroPCS, to have Talk and Text (every store I went to don't flash phones, even if Metro has them listed to do so- either they are lazy or it is for a reason)
You guys already have an awesome guide on how to configure the phone to have web and mms, so I won't be asking about that.
THE PROBLEM:
while researching, I came across some info, that the evo (and evo shift) don't support the MetroPCS band in NY. However, some people claimed that you could use the phone (roaming via verizon) here if you set it up in an area, that has Metro bands, which the EVO does support.
THE QUESTIONS:
1. Will my EVO Shift work in NY? (Brooklyn, NY-11208)
2. Will I manage to get the EVO Shift Metro service, while not going out of NY to do it and where do I get the PRL and NV files needed for a flash? (If it's illegal to post about these, hit me up with a PM)
Outro:
For now i'm loving the phone- It's an awesome upgrade from a Nokia N97 mini. Super Smooth. I'm not new to getting in the roots of phones (both hardware and software) but CDMA is just something i'm a total NOOB at (still working on in- putting lots of hours into researching on forums).
Thanks in advance
Since you have an EVO Shift, you might have better luck in the EVO Shift forums.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=936
Stuke00 said:
Since you have an EVO Shift, you might have better luck in the EVO Shift forums.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=936
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Oh, sorry. Didn't notice i'm not in the Shift forum.
But anyways- these phone are too similar, so maby someone will turn up with some usefull info.
MODS: if you can, please transfer this thread to EVO SHIFT forum, I don't want to double post.
Can this be added soon for rooting roms etc? Phone will be out before end of Sept
I forgot to add "REQUEST" to this when it comes out?
2nd the request, anyone working on root for this? Does anyone know if the Prevail root works?
Im sure this will be rooted soon if its like the Fascinate or is it the other Samsung? I forgot which one.
Would it be safe to use the prevail root? I got the Prevail case for it and it fits perfectly, leading me to think it's pretty much the same phone...
In any case any updates on this, there are a couple of apps I need root for.
precedent performance
I am curios as to data perormance of this phone. I asssume it would be on verizon network as straighttalk to this point has been att or verizon.
It will be working off Sprint network
I looked up the specs on phone.....supposedly CDMA2000 1xRTT so a blazin double dial up speed!!! Wow!! I woulda thought they would have done this better but i imagine its that way for a reason.
Rooting
I would love to get this phone rooted. I did some digging on other forums and saw where one person "claimed" that the prevail root worked. I tried that root at least a dozen times to no avail. I'm thinking that maybe it has a NAND lock?
Mitsukuni said:
I would love to get this phone rooted. I did some digging on other forums and saw where one person "claimed" that the prevail root worked. I tried that root at least a dozen times to no avail. I'm thinking that maybe it has a NAND lock?
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I have tried the prevail root and also did it by hand several times. I have used UNIX based OSes for years. The prevail root does NOT work. There is some kind of lock. I hope someone finds a rooting solution. I really like this phone and would love to be able to root it out.
Anybody know if a root is available for this yet?
im curious too. mine will arrive today and cant wait to hack it out. lol.\
Dodge Uconnect Compatability
Has anyone tried this, or has a way to try this with the Dodge Uconnect? They rarely update the list of compatable phones.
My wife has the Dodge Uconnect in her car and likes the Straight Talk plans. She has an E71 by Nokia and hates it, but it is compatabile with her car Uconnect system. Has anyone tried this phone wtih the Dodge Uconnect? I hate to buy the phone, pay $200 after the phone and one month plan just to find out it is not compatable.
Any information anyone can provide will be greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
Samsung Galaxy Precedent Root - Fully Working!!!
Hey guys,
I've been following your threads on rooting the Precedent for a couple weeks now. Finally found the right one & process! Just rooted mine five mins ago and..... freaking awesome! Ran "Root Check" from the market - Fully verified root even under advanced check!
Just wanted to help you all out. Thanks nickcherski for the post and to all who contributed to this! XDA Rocks!!!
Quick note on step 7 & 8: You'll want to have the batch file already open, waiting for you to hit "any key" before you see the model number show up.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=17934522#post17934522
I totally agree this phone needs to be added to the list. There is root, Clockwork mod, and roms already out there. We need to get this a little more organized so this phone can get some development!
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also Straight Talk should be added as a cell phone provider
I posted some information to the wiki page. Please feel free to edit the wiki. Its a total work in progress for me. But from what im understanding to get full support on this site there needs to be a wiki
Click here for Samsung Galaxy Precedent Wiki
Maxwelld69 said:
I have tried the prevail root and also did it by hand several times. I have used UNIX based OSes for years. The prevail root does NOT work. There is some kind of lock. I hope someone finds a rooting solution. I really like this phone and would love to be able to root it out.
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Has anyone found a proper root yet? I tried the Prevail one several times and it hasn't worked for me.
I wanted to put this in the Root section, but i didnt want to get blasted for not putting it in the right forum, so I figured I would post it here.
I just got my phone, and I would love to get this thing rooted, remove some bloatware and oc'ed.
The only concern I have is that there are several methods it seems for rooting the phone, and which method are most people having the best success with?
I have read several posts in all the different methods about signal losses, no wifi or bluetooth, bricks, etc.
I just want to get some feedback from the brave souls out there that have done it, which method, and if you had any issues doing it.
This is my first Samsung phone as I came from the HTC G2, and I love the Epic Touch. Can't imagine a phone being much better and I dont want to have to go through the hassle of bricking it and having to return it to Best Buy or Sprint.
Thanks in advance!
I think you should wait for a bit, they just uploaded the stock kernel.
ok so when i first got my spring galaxy s2 (epic 4g touch) i rooted it but i think i used the method for the galaxy s2 and not the method for Epic 4g touch. After i did that the phone didnt have any service. long story short i couldnt fix it so i got another phone (epic 4g touch) and i would like to root it but scared it might happen again. Did that problem happen cause i used the wrong method? Is there a diff when it comes to rooting a galaxy s2 and sprints version called epic 4g touch? Thanks
This is the right section! You need to slow down and do some research for a couple / few days... Go through the development section and read through the different posts. You'll get it. No one is going to hold your hand through the process.... The info is here for your taking. Welcome to our forums
Got boost?
What good are Q&A sections if when you ask a question someone ALWAYS replies with (use the search button, or do research), .....Trust me after what happened i did do a couple/ few days of reasearch and i wasnt asking for anyone to hold my hand OR how to do it. Read the post again and thanks for the welcome. cheers
Well the rooting method is the same...except you need to use files designed for the Epic Touch. Since both phones are so similar, and really only differ in the radio, that's why you didn't get any service, because you used the GSM Galaxy S2 files. Only flash what's in the developer forum for this specific phone and you're good to go.
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What good are Q&A sections if when you ask a question someone ALWAYS replies with (use the search button, or do research), .....Trust me after what happened i did do a couple/ few days of reasearch and i wasnt asking for anyone to hold my hand OR how to do it. Read the post again and thanks for the welcome. cheers
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He's just trying to help you out. Maybe you should understand that. Anyone that flashes something that goes to another phone doesn't need to be flashing anything for a while till they research and read. Yes the original gs2 is GSM that'd probably why u lost signal. U need to only flash things in this development forum. I would flash the stock pulled kernel with cwm by chris41g and then flash su in cwm for root and add busybox. That's your best bet. Good luck.
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Thanks guys for the real help I do appreciate it.
I found a conventional root. Google "doomlord root" or http://www.xda-developers.com/andro...-anything-try-doomlords-easy-rooting-toolkit/
It works perfectly for the epic touch. No flashing required. I used it because i wanted full control but loved stock.
Rob
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A new automated root method was just posted today for our phones specifically and I can confirm it works flawlessly, just did it on mine 30 minutes ago. It roots your current ROM and doesn't flash anything at all so if you had no problems with your phone before root, you won't have any after. DO IT.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1342728
About a year ago I purchased a used EVO It just happen that the person I purchased it from worked at a sprint repair center (he no longer works there so I can’t ask him) when I purchased it (used) it was already Rooted. I know most of you will cringe when I say that even though I have a rooted phone should be doing cool stuff like different ROM’s etc… I have not. I only use it for the tethering feature. I don’t even know what or how it was rooted. Which leads me to my questions?
1. How can I tell what was used to root my Phone (unrevoked etc..).
2. I’d like to upgrade from 2.2 to 2.3
a. Do I need to un-root, upgrade then root?
b. Can I just get a copy of a rooted Gingerbread and push it to my EVO? If so how do I go about that and where can I get a copy.
I’ve looked and looked on the web at various sites for information however there is so much out there it’s hard to determine what I am looking for or even need.
My ultimate goal here is improve all around performance of my EVO (Battery life, Speed boot times, keeping wireless tethering)
Any help is greatly appreciated
1. If you're on 2.2, there is a good chance that the phone was rooted using unrevoked, since it was the most popular and the least complicated root method at the time. It actually could have been rooted with Unrevoked, Toast Method 2, or AutoRoot. There are ways to tell but I don't want to write a book full of If-Then scenarios here.
2. No, do not unroot, and yes just get a copy of a rooted Gingerbread ROM. There are quite a few out there. Just look in the Development Section.
Thanks for the info, shortydoggg!
No problem.
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