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Since I had a problem yesterday when trying to backup from ROM Manager, with the ongoing recovery Amon-Ra, I was the Desi who had no access to SD.
Following the tutorial to repair the brick USB, I got to read it again and from there I wanted to connect the PC and gave me a driver error, when it was installed with no problems so far, and I have root and s- off.
The fact is that I get an error installing the blututu driver "? and finally not just install the drivers so I have no access usb from windows.
Now the problem: I can not enable blututu from the configuration of Desi, I say start, I think a few seconds and then disconnect.
I tried to flash the radio, thinking that since it is the same chip that controls the wifi, 3g, blututuh, etc ... be solved and has not worked.
I do not know if you have something to do, but I notice that in settings has lost blututu device name. Do you know how I can fix this?
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Please do not post question threads in Development.
Post What Where:
General - general technical discussion items, news, anything else that does not fit into the other fora categories.
Q&A (Questions and Answers) - all questions, irrespective of type, get posted in here whether they be theme related, accessory related, technical, etc.
Accessories - any items to do with components and/or accessories relating to your device.
Rom Development - only meant for very advanced technical discussion directly related to ROM development activity and the delivery of actual ROMs and ROM components ONLY. Nothing else goes in here.
Themes & Apps - anything to do directly with the development of themes and/or applications. Nothing else goes in here.
Now, I know no-one actually likes reading threads, and would prefer to just post a new question at the end (I'm guessing partly because the threads are so long, but that's because everyone is doing it) so I'm going to try and give solutions to as many of the issues with ChevronWP7, sideloading and anything else that's not quite working.
Note, none of this is to facilitate any kind of software pirating (we will notice if it gets discussed, and it's in the forum rules - and kinda immoral).
Firstly, Windows Vista (I think SP2) or Windows 7 is required, this won't work on XP without a few hacks/tweaks, and it's not worth me writing the whole process out, plus I don't have an XP machine to hand, so I can't try things.
The most common issues can be fixed with just installing the correct software.
You NEED to have the official WP7 Developer Tools installed, they're a free download from Microsoft, and if you're planning on doing development (which is after all part of the reason for wanting sideloading) you kind of need them.
There's a guide on how to install them (provided by Microsoft) here. You only need the basic toolset from here, but installing the October update won't cause any issues.
This should solve the following exception:
Code:
System.IO.FileNotFoundException: Could not load file or assembly 'Microsoft.SmartDevice.Connectivity, Version=10.0.0.0, Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=b03f5f7f11d50a3a' or one of its dependencies. The system cannot find the file specified.
as well as a few other issues.
When running any of the tools, if you encounter issues, try either running the tool as an administrator or turn of UAC (for both, do a search if you've no idea what I'm on about), this may solve some issues with access rights etc.
Once you've got that installed, Chevron issues are in post #2, sideloading XAPs in #3.
ChevronWP7 Issues
With Chevron, most things are explained well in the opening post of this thread. Read it.
Chevron works by tricking your phone into thinking it's communicating with Microsoft servers, when it's actually just communicating with Chevron, this means certain web based activities may interfere (Skype for example).
The best way of finding out what's going on, is to use the following guide, it should work, if that fails, then post a question.
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Okay so here is *everything* I did to succeed in re-unlocking my Samsung Focus
1. Have Winphone developer tools installed
2. Connect Phone via USB
3. Wait till zune starts and sync completes
4. Verify that zune is not in a guest relationship
5. open a command prompt, type netstat -a to confirm that port 443 is not being used
6. open an admin command prompt, navigate to c:\windows\system32\drivers\etc\ then type notepad hosts and delete any references to windowsphone developer services
7. go to the settings on the phone and turn airplane mode on (so that the phone is forced to use internet via zune)
8. While the phone is still on the settings page, run Chevron with admin privileges
And it worked!
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There's no way to know whether a device is unlocked or not until you come to sideloading, which is the point where it matters anyway. Nothing (visible) will change on the device, so don't bother looking for any changes.
WP7 devices occasionally phone home (as far as I know they only do so when connected with Zune) to check whether they should be unlocked or not. If not, they quietly re-lock themselves, and non-marketplace apps will say something along the lines of "This application has been revoked". You'll need to try unlocking again with Chevron and possibly reinstall the apps. There's not much that can be done other than legitimately unlocking your devices.
There's a sideload limit of 10 applications, though there's a version of Chevron that has this limit hacked out of it, I just can't remember where it is. For most legitimate uses, this limit should be fine (and is better than the student/DreamSpark limit of 3).
XAP Installation
A first port of call if Toms XAP Installer doesn't work is to use the official one. It does work.
If you've installed the Developer Tools linked to in the first post, you'll have it already, and should be able to sideload, if your device has been unlocked. If it hasn't you'll have issues, and you should take a look at post #2 in this thread.
Hopefully this will address a few questions, and help anyone new to the forum. I've assembled a list of terms and acronyms used on the forum below. Terms with links go to sources or threads with additional information. An item in all caps in a definition is one that I've defined elsewhere.
Use CTRL+F to find a specific term.
FORUM RELATED:
SEARCH: The button just above the title of the forum or thread you are in. This should be your first resort when trying to find information.
GENERAL: This is the place for posting anything general. These include tips, ideas, comments, etc.
Q/A: This is the place for posting any questions. If you have a bug to report in a program or ROM (and have the minimum of 10 posts), post it in the appropriate thread in the ANDROID DEVELOPMENT subforum.
ACCESSORIES: This forum is for any items that attach to the physical hardware of the Android device.
ANDROID DEVELOPMENT: This is the place for posting Hacks/Mods/ROMs/Modems/Kernels. Generally reserved for developers, there is a 10-post minimum before a user can post here. This is the place to inform developers of bugs or software issues - ask questions in the Q&A subforum.
ORIGINAL ANDROID DEVELOPMENT: Similar to the ANDROID DEVELOPMENT subforum, this is where Hacks/Mods/ROMs/Modems/Kernels developed from scratch (i.e. not ported from other devices) are located.
THEMES AND APPS: This is the place for posting themes as well as programs. Many applications can be interchangeable with Android Development, so use your best judgement.
FWIW: Short for "For what it's worth"
OP: Short for Original Poster, or the person who originally started the thread.
PM: Short for Private Message. Allows users of XDA to send and receive non-public messages. Accessed from USER CP.
THREAD: An individual issue page on the forum. This thing you're reading is a thread.
THREAD TOOLS: A button that allows users to subscribe and unsubscribe from THREADs. Subscriptions can be accessed from USER CP. See button screenshot below.
USER CP: Short for User Control Panel. This button near the top of the XDA page allows users to update their avatar, personal information, and signature. PMs and subscribed threads can also be checked in this location. See button screenshot below.
YMMW: Short for "Your mileage may vary".
ANDROID DEVICE RELATED:
4G: Short for Fourth Generation. Refers to network connection speed levels that exceed 3G / Third Generation speeds. See also LTE.
ADB: Short for Android Debug Bridge. Part of the Android Software Development Kit (SDK), it allows for ROOT-level access to the Android device from a computer.
AOKP: Short for Android Open Kang Project. Consists of Android builds compiled from open source, but with special features unique to each build. See also KANG.
AOSP: Short for Android Open Source Project. The open-sourced code from which individuals can build new distributions of Android.
APK: An Android executable file, similar to the .exe file in Windows. Most programs will install with a .apk file.
BOOTLOADER: There are two of these; the primary and secondary bootloaders. These programs tell the Android device how to start up, and are critical to its functionality.
BML: Short for Block Management Layer. Provides a programming interface simulating the parallel disk model.
BRICK: An Android device that is completely non-responsive, i.e. nothing lights up, the screen does nothing, no combination of button presses cause any reaction. Can only be restored by JTAG or warranty service.
BUILD.PROP: A plain text file which contains environmental variables for the system to use during operation. Can be hacked to fake a different model for increased functionality, among many other operations.
BUSYBOX: An application that contains many standard Unix tools. Commonly used with TITANIUM BACKUP.
BUTTON COMBO: The act of pressing several buttons at the same time to produce a desired result (e.g. pushing volume up, home, and the power button for 10 seconds will reboot into the RECOVERY menu). 3-Button Combo is a common example. May also be referred to as a "Chord".
CLOCKWORKMOD RECOVERY MENU: This is a program that allows you to install custom ROMS as well as do many other low-level customizations. Often referred to as the "RECOVERY MENU". See also "ROM MANAGER"
CM: Short for CyanogenMod. CyanogenMod is an Android build built from the Android Open Source Project, and its builds are usable on multiple different Android Devices.
CWM: Short for ClockWorkMod Recovery Menu. See CLOCKWORKMOD RECOVERY MENU.
DALVIK CACHE: The collection of program information stored for use by the DALVIK program. This can be cleared from the RECOVERY menu to resolve issues with the Android OS.
DALVIK: The Android operating system's memory management tool. This program handles which other programs are running and assigns memory to them
DEODEXED: Removing the .odex files from an APK file. The .odex files contain a list of dependencies for the associated file, and if something changes, the .odex (and similarly, the associated file) not longer function correctly.
DOWNLOAD: The download menu is the lowest-level interface to the Android device. Allows for full access to all flashable items on the device via the ODIN/HEIMDALL tool.
EFS: The directory /efs on the Android device's internal storage. Contains files with the Android device's IMEI, wireless devices MAC addresses, product code, and other information..
EMMC: Short for Embedded MultiMediaCard. A chip architecture consisting of an embedded storage solution with MMC interface, flash memory and controller, all in a small ball grid array package.
EXT4: A journaling file system (e.g. NTFS, FAT32 are file systems) often used by Linux distributions. Can be used with Android.
EXTERNAL SD: A micro SD card that has been inserted in the micro SD slot in the Android device. Can be removed.
FACTORY RESET: This will remove all user customizations in the Android OS, returning it to a factory state. Note: This will not wipe the Internal SD card.
FC: Short for FORCE CLOSE. See FORCE CLOSE.
FLASHING: The act of writing code to the Android device. ROMs, MODEMs, KERNELs, and BOOTLOADERs can all be flashed. Independent from, and having nothing to do with, Adobe's Flash product.
FLASH COUNTER: A line of code in several Samsung Galaxy devices' bootloaders that counts the number of times a user uses ODIN to flash code to the device. Commonly used to detect software modification. Can be reset with TRIANGLE AWAY.
FORCE CLOSE: When a program on the Android device becomes unstable, the DALVIK program will force it to terminate to prevent further system instability.
FREEZE: Specific to TITANIUM BACKUP. Using the TITANIUM BACKUP tool, the user changes a program into a non-functional, but still installed, state. Useful for identifying problem and FCs.
GOVERNOR: A program that interacts with the device hardware to increase or decrease the processor's clock speed (e.g. at low usage, it will set the processor speed to 400 MHz, but as usage increases, it would scale up to 1000 MHz).
HEIMDALL: An open-source program by Benjamin Dobell that allows the Android device to be flashed back to stock or with custom software. See also ODIN.
HSUPA/HSDPA: Short for High Speed (Up/Down) Packet Access. This is 3G+, and is the Android device's internet speed level between 3G and 4G.
ICS: Short for Ice Cream Sandwich, the Android OS version 4.0.x.
IMEI: Short for International Mobile Equipment Identity. A unique number to identify GSM, WCDMA, and iDEN phones. Used by GSM networks to identify valid devices.
INTERNAL SD: The internal storage memory of the Android device. Not a physical SD card that can be removed.
JB: Short for Jelly Bean, the Android OS version 4.1.x.
JIG: A piece of hardware that makes a physical connection between pins of the USB slot to force the Android device into DOWNLOAD mode.
JTAG: A process of connecting directly to the main board of the Android device to rewrite corrupted BOOTLOADERS.
KANG: Originally used to refer to stolen or leaked code. In CyanogenMod builds, a KANG build is one that is an unofficial branch from the main CyanogenMod development. These builds usually contain custom modifications that did not make the official CyanogenMod builds.
KERNEL: The collection of software drivers and more "nuts and bolts" programs that allow the basic functionality of the device.
LAUNCHER: A program that launches programs in Android. Examples are Touchwiz (Samsung), Launcher Pro, ADW Launcher, and Go Launcher.
LTE: Stands for Long Term Evolution. It is based on the GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA network technologies, increasing the capacity and speed using a different radio interface together with core network improvements.
MD5 CHECKSUM: A 32-digit (128-bit) hash number generated by a cryptographic program to ensure that a downloaded file matches the original file. The original file is run through the MD5 generator program, which creates the 32-bit number. This number is checked against the md5 number created with the file the end user receives to ensure file integrity.
MODEM: The software that interfaces with the phone's radio hardware to connect to cell phone towers.
MTD: Short for Memory Technology Device. A type of device file in the Linux structure that interacts with flash memory. Provides an abstraction layer between applications and hardware-specific device drivers.
MTP: Short for Media Transfer Protocol. Allows file transfers between the Android device and a PC. Safer to use than USB Mass Storage, as it does not seize complete control of blocks on the Android Device; instead, it connects in a transactional (all-or-nothing transfer) method.
NANDROID BACKUP: A complete system image backup of the Android device except for the MODEM and KERNEL. Can be accessed from CWM.
NO-WIPE PACKAGE: A rom update package that leaves the user's market apps intact while still performing the updates to the system files. Restoring from backup is not necessary. See also WIPE PACKAGE.
NV_DATA.BIN: An encrypted file in the /EFS directory that contains the Android device's IMEI number and product code. See also EFS.
OC: Short for Overclocking. See OVERCLOCKING.
ODEX: A file that is associated with an APK file, containing a list of the dependencies for the program. See also DEODEXED.
ODIN: A Samsung proprietary program that allows the Android device to be flashed back to stock or with custom software. See also HEIMDALL.
OVERCLOCKING: Setting the processor's clock speed to run faster than its default setting, i.e. 1200 MHz (1.2 GHz) vs 1000 MHz (1.0 GHz).
PIT FILE: Short for Partition Information Table file. One of the possible file types used while flashing with ODIN or HEIMDALL.
PRIMARY BOOTLOADER: Also known as First Stage Bootloader. The first bootloader run at boot time, this bootloader finds RAM for the Android device, and hands the boot sequence off to the SECONDARY BOOTLOADER. See also BOOTLOADER, SECONDARY BOOTLOADER.
RAT: Short for Radio Access Technology. This determines how the network decides the QoS (quality of service) on the connection between the Android device and the carrier's data towers.
RECOVERY: The menu that allows a user to do many low-level operations on the Android Device. This menu can either be the stock Samsung menu, or the CLOCKWORKMOD RECOVERY MENU (CWM). See also CWM.
RFS: A Samsung-proprietary file system (e.g. NTFS, FAT32 are file systems) used on some Android devices. Stands for Robust File System.
ROM: The collection of programs, themes, and settings that create the general look-and-feel of your Android device. This is what most users will initially be wanting to change.
ROM MANAGER: The Android OS front end program for the CLOCKWORKMOD RECOVERY MENU (or CWM). Allows use of many of the CWM features from inside the Android OS. See also CWM.
SECONDARY BOOTLOADER: Also known as Second Stage Bootloader. The second bootloader run at boot time, this bootloader handles the processes required to allow the Android device to boot the main kernel, such as file systems, memory, and MODEM. See also BOOTLOADER, PRIMARY BOOTLOADER.
ROOT: Changing the permission level of the Android system to its most powerful level, the root user, allowing full access to the file system.
SILVER HOME BUTTON: One of the most powerful and dangerous modifications to the Android device available. Can cause a variety of results, from improved signal to radioactive cats in boxes. Should not be used by the infirm or those with faulty gluons.
SOFT BRICK: A device that is not functioning correctly, but still shows some signs of operation. See also BRICK.
STOCK: The Android software version that comes installed on new devices, prior to sale to the user. Can also be used to refer to the Android software issued from Samsung or the carrier.
TETHER: Connecting the Android device to a computer via a wired or wireless connection to allow the transfer of data through the Android device's internet connection. Commonly used to provide internet access to a laptop or desktop computer when other methods are not desired or available.
THEME: A collection of images, backgrounds, colors, font types, and other visual items to change the Android device's look and feel. Separate from LAUNCHER, and is usually FLASHed in CWM.
TIBU: Short for Titanium Backup. See TITANIUM BACKUP.
TITANIUM BACKUP: A backup utility available in the Android Market that allows users to back up their applications, the saved data for the applications, and system settings.
TRIANGLE AWAY: An app developed by Recognized Elite Developer Chainfire that resets the FLASH COUNTER to zero, removing evidence of software modification.
UNDERVOLTING: Setting the voltage levels drawn by the Android device to a lower level to reduce overall battery usage.
UV: Short for Undervolting. See UNDERVOLTING.
WCDMA: Short for Wideband Code Division Multiple Access. An air interface standard in 3G mobile communications networks that allows higher speeds and more users.
WIPE PACKAGE: A rom package that will format the portions of the Android device where the user's market apps are stored, in addition to any updates to the system folders. After a wipe package is installed, the user will have to restore apps from a backup or redownload them from the Android Market. See also NO-WIPE PACKAGE.
ZIPALIGNED: An archive alignment tool that provides important optimization to APK files. The purpose is to ensure that all uncompressed data starts with a particular alignment relative to the start of the file. Reduces RAM consumption.
ROMS:
Note: These are only ROM names that use acronyms, not a complete ROM listing
CM: CyanogenMod. See "CM" in Android Device Related section.
MIUI: A Chinese built-from-source ROM. Short for "Mobile Internet User Interface". Also can refer to the MIUI music player, which has been included in other ROMs.
If I've incorrectly identified what something is or does, please let me know so I can update this post with the correct information. If you can think of any other terms or acronyms that should be included, let me know, and I'll put them up here. I've tried to give credit where it's due by direct linking, but if I've copied something and not cited properly, point it out and I'll update it.
Everyone should have to read this before trying to flash a ROM.
Ota?
What does ota stand for?
UnicOrnseeD said:
What does ota stand for?
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Over the air, as in updates downloaded wirelessly.
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great informative post! it deserves a sticky! this should be the first thing anyone reads before joining the forum :good:
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what are inverted gapps? what's the difference between normal gapps and inverted?
OP great info here, Stuck and Thread cleaned. Thank You.
Thanks for the thread!
Subcribed because awesomeness.
Props friend youbput a lot of commendable time into this.
Fantastic job.
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paid app with adds now?? seriously?!?
nlºlm
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dd
I have come across the term "dd" a few times. May I inquire as to its meaning?
WavyA70 said:
I have come across the term "dd" a few times. May I inquire as to its meaning?
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Daily driver. One you feel you will keep a while. The taboo one is deal beaker...ask any dev ..daily driver is a compliment though.
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what does ''OTG'' means? just saw a post today couldn't find the answer anywhere :/
ravike14 said:
what does ''OTG'' means? just saw a post today couldn't find the answer anywhere :/
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OTG stands for "On The Go" it refers to the USB standard. Usually people use it to talk about a USB cable that you can plug into your phone and then plug things like hard drives, keyboards, game controllers, and other things into the cable to then the above mentioned devices with your phone.
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shimp208 said:
OTG stands for "On The Go" it refers to the USB standard. Usually people use it to talk about a USB cable that you can plug into your phone and then plug things like hard drives, keyboards, game controllers, and other things into the cable to then the above mentioned devices with your phone.
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thanks also this is not anything related to android but how to post a link with it's name not the whole link which that name redirect to the link?
ravike14 said:
thanks also this is not anything related to android but how to post a link with it's name not the whole link which that name redirect to the link?
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To do this with a link you can hit the insert link button and input the link you want to link to then highlight the area outside the brackets that looks similar to this and put the word or phrase you want the link to work for, example:
xda-developers
I linked to the xda main page but rather then the full link being displayed it only displays xda-developers for the phrase. To change it you could do:
your text to display here
I would also recommend taking a look at this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/misc.php?do=bbcode that tells you how to link urls that show only words and all the other things you can do with BB code when posting on XDA.
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shimp208 said:
To do this with a link you can hit the insert link button and input the link you want to link to then highlight the area outside the brackets that looks similar to this and put the word or phrase you want the link to work for, example:
xda-developers
I linked to the xda main page but rather then the full link being displayed it only displays xda-developers for the phrase. To change it you could do:
your text to display here
I would also recommend taking a look at this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/misc.php?do=bbcode that tells you how to link urls that show only words and all the other things you can do with BB code when posting on XDA.
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thanks alot what are Gapps?? also KDH gapps?? sorry if both are the same
BUTTON COMBO: The act of pressing several buttons at the same time to produce a desired result (e.g. pushing volume down, home, and the power button for 10 seconds will reboot into the RECOVERY menu). 3-Button Combo is a common example. May also be referred to as a "Chord".
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Actually that puts it in download mode
ravike14 said:
thanks alot what are Gapps?? also KDH gapps?? sorry if both are the same
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Gapps= google apps.. or bad clothing sold by a retailer that employs slave labor.
TeknoGodz said:
Actually that puts it in download mode
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Op corrected, don't know how those got mixed up
Very useful info
Thank you very much for taking the time to give us this information. It is very helpful.
I've looked several times but what is "d2att"?
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I'll like to do #2
"2) You have to install the software of your device producer (eg: for samsung it's kies). It will install the driver that you need. In the most recent devices, installing drivers is not necessary. eg: my phone is seen by my pc as a normal phone and i have the access to the SD and the Internal Storage of it. On some devices, android will ask you if you want to use your phone as a mass storage drive. If you do this, your pc will see the device as an USB-key."
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48586010&postcount=3
A beginners guide on basics of apps like in #1 & #3 would be VERY HELPFUL.
#3 wasn't really answered...
phonebroken said:
I'll like to do #2
"2) You have to install the software of your device producer (eg: for samsung it's kies). It will install the driver that you need. In the most recent devices, installing drivers is not necessary. eg: my phone is seen by my pc as a normal phone and i have the access to the SD and the Internal Storage of it. On some devices, android will ask you if you want to use your phone as a mass storage drive. If you do this, your pc will see the device as an USB-key."
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48586010&postcount=3
A beginners guide on basics of apps like in #1 & #3 would be VERY HELPFUL.
#3 wasn't really answered...
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You need to go read basic ADB guides, and get it setup.
Then all you type at a command prompt on a pc is adb install XYZ.apk, and you are done.
Can you please link to the adb guide anyone should be reading? Since I don't know anything about this, googling is just going to be a huge mess (like this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48556780). Can't someone just link to the best guide to follow?
Getting apps on the phone isn't very easy (small screen, hard to type, tabs of apps already on the laptop), so it's better to just transfer it from the computer to the phone.
Questions and help issues go in Q&A and Help section
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Thanks
FNSM
I'm feeling that maybe an app would take care of this problem than whatever adb means... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=49542153
thanks a bundle!!
Hi all,
I have searched high and low for a straightforward method to root Sony Xperia Z1, D5503, 14.6.A.1.236, Android 5.1.1
and all I have found are either: outdated methods, overly convoluted methods involving downgrading the firmware and flashing custom recovery, and lastly, shady malware-like programs like KingRoot.
I do not want to unlock the bootloader, loose DRM protected functionalities, loose warranty, or change Sony's operating system.
All I want is a clean and reversible method to gain root, install Xposed framework and maybe delete some Sony's bloatware.
Is that possible?
Thanks.
Fyensta said:
Hi all,
I have searched high and low for a straightforward method to root Sony Xperia Z1, D5503, 14.6.A.1.236, Android 5.1.1
and all I have found are either: outdated methods, overly convoluted methods involving downgrading the firmware and flashing custom recovery, and lastly, shady malware-like programs like KingRoot.
I do not want to unlock the bootloader, loose DRM protected functionalities, loose warranty, or change Sony's operating system.
All I want is a clean and reversible method to gain root, install Xposed framework and maybe delete some Sony's bloatware.
Is that possible?
Thanks.
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Kingroot thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/one-click-root-tool-android-2-x-5-0-t3107461
Kingroot Z1c thread, (last post says 'works on 236') - http://forum.xda-developers.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact/general/root-14-6-0-368-via-kingroot-t3242735
Then just change King to SU - http://zidroid.com/how-to-get-ride-and-replace-kinguser-with-supersu-app/ - http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...ow-to-replace-kinguser-supersu-using-t3129694 - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60669196&postcount=1
levone1 said:
Kingroot thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/one-click-root-tool-android-2-x-5-0-t3107461
Kingroot Z1c thread, (last post says 'works on 236') - http://forum.xda-developers.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact/general/root-14-6-0-368-via-kingroot-t3242735
Then just change King to SU - http://zidroid.com/how-to-get-ride-and-replace-kinguser-with-supersu-app/ - http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...ow-to-replace-kinguser-supersu-using-t3129694 - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60669196&postcount=1
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Thanks, but I prefer to find an alternative to KingRoot, because:
- People on this forum claim KingRoot connects to multiple Chinese IPs long after finishing the root process.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63787618&postcount=2641
according to my own sandbox analysis of KingRoot PC program:
- KingRoot EXE modifies WINDOWS\\win.ini WTF?!
- adds a Tcpip\Parameters to send keep-alive transmissions. WTF?!
- Spawns a lot of processes WTF?!
- Creates files in windows directory WTF?!
- Terminates other processes using taskkill WTF?!
- Installs itself for autorun at Windows startup WTF?!
all of the above are completely unnecessary for what this app is supposed to do and very malware-like.
- Also, I have seen automated replies that say KingRoot is the best ever and it is perfect in various forums topic around the internet where people where questioning KingRoot's reputation.
At this point I am pretty sure KingRoot exe & apk are malwares. I would not touch it with a 10 foot pole.
I want to actually use my phone & PC, not ruin them with virus!
My analysis of the KingRoot Andoird App:
Has the ability to identify network operator related data "android.telephony.TelephonyManager.getSimOperator
WTF?! WHY?
Has the ability to get the wifi MAC address (may be used to fingerprint device)
Has the ability to query the phone location (GPS)
Has the ability to read the device ID (e.g. IMEI or ESN)
Has the ability to read a list of running processes/installed packages
Permission request for "android.permission.CAMERA" WTF?!
Permission request for "android.permission.WRITE_SMS" WTF?!
android.permission.CLEAR_APP_CACHE Allows an application to clear the caches of all installed applications on the device. WTF?!
same as the Windows EXE, I do not want this malware near my daily driver phone.
Fyensta said:
Thanks, but I prefer to find an alternative to KingRoot, because:
- People on this forum claim KingRoot connects to multiple Chinese IPs long after finishing the root process.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63787618&postcount=2641
according to my own sandbox analysis of KingRoot PC program:
- KingRoot EXE modifies WINDOWS\\win.ini WTF?!
- adds a Tcpip\Parameters to send keep-alive transmissions. WTF?!
- Spawns a lot of processes WTF?!
- Creates files in windows directory WTF?!
- Terminates other processes using taskkill WTF?!
- Installs itself for autorun at Windows startup WTF?!
all of the above are completely unnecessary for what this app is supposed to do and very malware-like.
- Also, I have seen automated replies that say KingRoot is the best ever and it is perfect in various forums topic around the internet where people where questioning KingRoot's reputation.
At this point I am pretty sure KingRoot exe & apk are malwares. I would not touch it with a 10 foot pole.
I want to actually use my phone & PC, not ruin them with virus!
My analysis of the KingRoot Andoird App:
Has the ability to identify network operator related data "android.telephony.TelephonyManager.getSimOperator
WTF?! WHY?
Has the ability to get the wifi MAC address (may be used to fingerprint device)
Has the ability to query the phone location (GPS)
Has the ability to read the device ID (e.g. IMEI or ESN)
Has the ability to read a list of running processes/installed packages
Permission request for "android.permission.CAMERA" WTF?!
Permission request for "android.permission.WRITE_SMS" WTF?!
android.permission.CLEAR_APP_CACHE Allows an application to clear the caches of all installed applications on the device. WTF?!
same as the Windows EXE, I do not want this malware near my daily driver phone.
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Once you're rooted, you can wipe everything and change root.
I second the OP request: a root method not using KingRoot.
If it doesn't exist could you please point me to the outdated methods involving downgrading etc. the OP is referring to ? I now have fw 14.6.A.1.236 and locked booloader.
the gladiator said:
I second the OP request: a root method not using KingRoot.
If it doesn't exist could you please point me to the outdated methods involving downgrading etc. the OP is referring to ? I now have fw 14.6.A.1.236 and locked booloader.
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It's not hard, but takes quite a bit of setup and downloading. You need Flashtool, phone drivers, (Flashtool can provide), a KK ftf file, a KK root tool, (there are several), a recovery installer, and a LP prf file. Basically:
- Flash KK stock fw with Flashtool
- Use root tool to root, (there were several one-click tools back them, search xda)
- Install recovery, xzdr pc installer by NUT is best option
- Download .236 prf file from 'general' forum, and flash in recovery
(Personal opinion - the issue with Kingroot, even if there is any validity to the privacy fears, is only if you are trying to save your data, etc, which is going to be tricky with downgrading etc, anyway. Once you're rooted, you can wipe your whole system, including Kingroot, and flash SuperSU or whatever you want, with a whole new ROM)
Thanks for the answer and for your opinion, I'll wonder about that. Just in case: are you aware of an app to use at the end of the process that could advise me if my phone will try to contact unknown sites ?
This is completely different story.
For myself I modified /etc/hosts, it's size is now about 15Mb pointing all crap to 127.0.0.1.
Hell of traffic is avoided.
There are threads related.