[Q] unroot certain apps - Nexus 7 (2013) Q&A

is it possible to get certain apps to think you are not rooted
I have just rooted my nexus 7 and was feeling great till i tried to use the sky sports tv app and found out that it wont let you use the app if you have rooted.
is there anyway of making the app think i am not rooted or getting that app unrooted?
Thanks for any help
Joe

joeyt90 said:
is it possible to get certain apps to think you are not rooted
I have just rooted my nexus 7 and was feeling great till i tried to use the sky sports tv app and found out that it wont let you use the app if you have rooted.
is there anyway of making the app think i am not rooted or getting that app unrooted?
Thanks for any help
Joe
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I have worked out that i can just Enable/Disable superuser on superSU to the effect i need hope this helps anyone else that may have this problem in the future

Yea it sucks when apps do that
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joeyt90 said:
is it possible to get certain apps to think you are not rooted
I have just rooted my nexus 7 and was feeling great till i tried to use the sky sports tv app and found out that it wont let you use the app if you have rooted.
is there anyway of making the app think i am not rooted or getting that app unrooted?
Thanks for any help
Joe
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Hi !
Install Xposed framework : RootCloak
You have just to had an app and it will disable root commands like su, busybox... for the app
Tell me if it's working !
Tetrox

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[Q] Titanium BACKup

i already rooted my baby and titanium isnt working well. i backed up all the apps and the unninstaled few. but i cant reinstall them again. titanium is stuck on restoring --forever.. debuging swith on and as i said rooted...
i reinstaled TB few times..restarted phone..etc.. nothing helps
anyone experience the [email protected]?
It's somewhere in here, it states to restore 1 at a time works.
Switch the app processing mode (under preferences) to classic. It's not ideal but it works.
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pnnorth said:
Switch the app processing mode (under preferences) to classic. It's not ideal but it works.
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Ya, that's what I read in another thread, with the same question.
i did it without any effect..now cant even unninstall anything with TB.
all i did was a root. and i wanted back up my stuff (apps) and remove some that i wont use.
i can backup - but not freeze or unninstal now-
EDIT: --|>Dont mind me --i found it.. You have to keep switching between the modes at all the time... anoying but at least working
Have you notified the developer?
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lost root?
i've just installed the latest version of tibu 4.6.3 and it's now telling me it cant get root access?
anyone else having this issue? emailed the developer but haven't heard back
coleburns said:
i've just installed the latest version of tibu 4.6.3 and it's now telling me it cant get root access?
anyone else having this issue? emailed the developer but haven't heard back
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It works absolutely fine for me. It might be worth running root checker from the market.
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pnnorth said:
It works absolutely fine for me. It might be worth running root checker from the market.
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i just uninstalled and reinstalled and it worked fine.....
pnnorth said:
Switch the app processing mode (under preferences) to classic. It's not ideal but it works.
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This. If anyone is having issues then follow this. I'm not sure either but it does work.
alicious said:
This. If anyone is having issues then follow this. I'm not sure either but it does work.
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I had this problem yesterday upon flashing 4.0.2. The way I fixed it was by updating its bootloader to the latest OTA one.
No need to change modes. TN has been updated for ICS and works 100% now with the Galaxy Nexus

Virgin TV Anywhere

Could anyone still running 4.3 on Nexus 7 or 10 or has another compatible tablet who has installed this app
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...dia.tvanywhere
please extract the apk and share it on here.
I have managed to sideload it and it works on 4.4 but I can only seem to get hold of phone version online which is stuck in portrait mode. The page says the version varies with device so there must be a tablet version which should install on a compatible device.
Thanks in advance.
dpjohnston said:
Could anyone still running 4.3 on Nexus 7 or 10 or has another compatible tablet who has installed this app
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...dia.tvanywhere
please extract the apk and share it on here.
I have managed to sideload it and it works on 4.4 but I can only seem to get hold of phone version online which is stuck in portrait mode. The page says the version varies with device so there must be a tablet version which should install on a compatible device.
Thanks in advance.
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Wanted here aswell.........
You can't use this app if your device is "Modified"(Rooted).
Tried it on my S3 on 4.3
It allowed me to access my Tivo stuff but wont let you watch live TV.
sadie2099 said:
You can't use this app if your device is "Modified"(Rooted).
Tried it on my S3 on 4.3
It allowed me to access my Tivo stuff but wont let you watch live TV.
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There's an Xposed module that lets you hide root from individual apps.
Victory is mine!
sadie2099 said:
You can't use this app if your device is "Modified"(Rooted).
Tried it on my S3 on 4.3
It allowed me to access my Tivo stuff but wont let you watch live TV.
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depends on who you ask...https://www.dropbox.com/s/60rpauthyncocjm/com.virginmedia.tvanywhere-1.apk
say thanks when it works!!!
sirdigitalpython said:
depends on who you ask...https://www.dropbox.com/s/60rpauthyncocjm/com.virginmedia.tvanywhere-1.apk
say thanks when it works!!!
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@sirdigitalpython i have tried your app on my rooted s3 and no luck. Does not let me install it.starts installing and then fails.
Same here ?
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Updated to version 2.1 please test and report especially kit kat..
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwSqgzRAp9y0MHFCZUZKaEhIRmM/edit?usp=sharing
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Have tried the new version but is says it cannot install
Use lucky patcher.. Rebuild and install
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sirdigitalpython said:
Use lucky patcher.. Rebuild and install
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Works perfect thanks.
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sirdigitalpython said:
Updated to version 2.1 please test and report especially kit kat..
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwSqgzRAp9y0MHFCZUZKaEhIRmM/edit?usp=sharing
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IT WORKS on KIT KAT, thanks for the attachment and hard work. You've done a superb job.
On my HTC one, as I've installed a custom Rom I had to edit the build prop to make it the correct htc Europe model etc...
I built it with lucky patcher.
I used lucky patcher to install as well as it helped to remove the old version firstly and start a fresh.
I had to block root access as the app requested permission too.
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Cool thanks for your feedback... Im now running it on aosp 4.4.2 on my s3 no issues whatsoever.
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sirdigitalpython said:
Cool thanks for your feedback... Im now running it on aosp 4.4.2 on my s3 no issues whatsoever.
sent from my S3.
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Lucky Patcher won't let me remove the old version. I get 'restoration failed'. Strange thing is using the Android UI settings I cannot find TV Anywhere. Doesn't seem to be installed. Any ideas please? :silly:
Clear cache... of it's still being stubborn.. I believe the app stores itself in mnt/asec mnt RW and delete tva folder.
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sirdigitalpython said:
Clear cache... of it's still being stubborn.. I believe the app stores itself in mnt/asec mnt RW and delete tva folder.
sent from my S3.
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Thanks for your reply. I've been trawling through Root Explorer but cannot find anything TV Anywhere related. I'll probably just do a factory reset as I like to do this periodically anyway.
sirdigitalpython said:
Updated to version 2.1 please test and report especially kit kat..
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwSqgzRAp9y0MHFCZUZKaEhIRmM/edit?usp=sharing
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Used lucky patcher to rebuild and install, worked fine so far on my nexus 5
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I'm just looking for some feedback on what the Virgin TV Anywhere app is like on an OUYA. It is easy to navigate using the OUYA controller? Are the programmes all displayed fullscreen? Are On Demand and Netflix and Youtube channels also available?
I ask because at the mo I only have the HD+ Virgin box. To use this app on an Android device you need a Tivo. This means having to pay an extra £5 a month, but more significantly, take out a new contract to get a Virgin Tivo box. So I want to be sure the app is any good before I splash the cash and signup.
Cheers
The app allows u to stream a select few channels live... You can't watch on demand or content in my shows. But you can remotely manage your recordings... IMHO... Not worth upgrading as you can use rcx for remote and other free TV streaming apps... I'll make a list of channels Virgin streams...
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[Q] Virgin Media TV Anywhere (UK)

Hi,
I have just installed the Virgin Media TV Anywhere App on my rooted N2, it states you can't stream media on rooted devices does anyone know how I could possibly by pass this?
thanks
Yep. Unroot your phone.
I would say your best bet is to search the forum for s thread regarding the sky go app.
In there there's lots of suggestions on how to circumnavigate this non rooted phone requirement.
Hope you succeed
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gringocol said:
Hi,
I have just installed the Virgin Media TV Anywhere App on my rooted N2, it states you can't stream media on rooted devices does anyone know how I could possibly by pass this?
thanks
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Do you mind uploading the app or giving a download link I can't find the app anywhere. I'm sure there will be an xposed module that will bypass the root check
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Virgin's TV Anywhere app is at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.virginmedia.tvanywhere
I would like a version that lets me run it on a rooted device too. I don't plan to lose essential functionality such as ClockworkMod backups just for the sake of watching Virgin TV (TV Catchup does most of what I want anyway) but it'd be nice to have the option.
Andre
I'm the same would like to have the functionality of virgin TV anywhere but not at the expense of non rooted. The TV remote bit works nicely but not that bothered about that. It feels like virgin half assed this app doesnt work on KitKat either but the remote part does???
Hope someone can solve this cheers guys
If its anything like Sky Go its not going to be easy
Any solutions found to this? Have tried uninstalling SuperSU and re-installing the Virgin app but it seems to remember my device is rooted and blank out the Watch button. How would I go about clearing all memory of the Virgin app?
Thanks!
i found a way to do it! method is easy... it is working... pm for details... that is confirmed streaming channels using tv anywhere on rooted device...
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Share with the group please sirdigitalpython, there's a good fellow.
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mpw648 said:
Share with the group please sirdigitalpython, there's a good fellow.
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You could try root cloak. It works on a lot of apps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2574647
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i have passed the info onto devadvance author of rootcloak... he is adding it as we speak... dont wish to post on public domain guy's
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djb85 said:
Any solutions found to this? Have tried uninstalling SuperSU and re-installing the Virgin app but it seems to remember my device is rooted and blank out the Watch button. How would I go about clearing all memory of the Virgin app?
Thanks!
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clear data doesn't seem to be enough...clean cache too...
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sirdigitalpython said:
i have passed the info onto devadvance author of rootcloak... he is adding it as we speak... dont wish to post on public domain guy's
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Just to confirm, this works with Xposed framework & Root Cloak now. Just remember to remove it from SuperUser app permissions if you inadvertently clicked OK whilst tinkering.
Still not working on KitKat phones it seems
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mpw648 said:
Still not working on KitKat phones it seems
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Yep hopefully the rootcloak dev can get this working
I was hoping this would work with TV Anywhere....but unfortunately I don't seem to be able to get it working... http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/0...e-to-keep-even-more-apps-from-detecting-root/
gurningchimp said:
Just to confirm, this works with Xposed framework & Root Cloak now. Just remember to remove it from SuperUser app permissions if you inadvertently clicked OK whilst tinkering.
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Just got my tivobox and i can't get it to work with root cloak. Could you tell me what you did to get it working? I have added it to root cloak
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I'm having the same issue. I've got Root Cloak installed and reinstalled Virgin TV Anywhere and am having no luck!
ITGuyLevi said:
I'm having the same issue. I've got Root Cloak installed and reinstalled Virgin TV Anywhere and am having no luck!
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Once you've installed what you need to, try clearing the Virgin app's data, and then your phone's Data Chache and Dalvik, and see if that helps.
Andre

[Q] sms without root

Hi guys, I bought my nexus 7 2013 lte thinking it could send sms. It seems it can but only if I root and install xposed etc etc.
My dilemma is that I have a nowtv subscription which will not run on rooted devices. I there any way to enable sms without rooting?
Ive tried masking root by all the usual methods but nowtv always knows. This is so frustrating for me as im not to tec savvy.
I have however flashed an older rom 4.3.1 and it works. is that my only option?
dememted1 said:
Hi guys, I bought my nexus 7 2013 lte thinking it could send sms. It seems it can but only if I root and install xposed etc etc.
My dilemma is that I have a nowtv subscription which will not run on rooted devices. I there any way to enable sms without rooting?
Ive tried masking root by all the usual methods but nowtv always knows. This is so frustrating for me as im not to tec savvy.
I have however flashed an older rom 4.3.1 and it works. is that my only option?
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I was going to tell you google voice then realized you're on the wrong side of the pond. Been using it for years. Sorry, haven't paid attention to the other options.
RootCloak is a xposed module that hides root from certain apps. I'm not sure what you want in the means of SMS, but I use Google voice, with the voice+ module and nexus 7 SMS enabler modules, then I can choose what default SMS app I want (Hangouts, 8sms). Or you can just use a different SMS app like TextPlus without without rooting.
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datallboy said:
RootCloak is a xposed module that hides root from certain apps. I'm not sure what you want in the means of SMS, but I use Google voice, with the voice+ module and nexus 7 SMS enabler modules, then I can choose what default SMS app I want (Hangouts, 8sms). Or you can just use a different SMS app like TextPlus without without rooting.
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xposed requires root doesn't it?
root cloak doesn't work. nowtv still says device modified and won't run.
Yes Xposed requires root.
Did a little searching and there's a RootCloak Plus which will do the job. Look under the Apps with calls... Header in this link.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2574647
Hope it helps.
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datallboy said:
Yes Xposed requires root.
Did a little searching and there's a RootCloak Plus which will do the job. Look under the Apps with calls... Header in this link.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2574647
Hope it helps.
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Thanks man.... I'll give it a go and let you know.
datallboy said:
Yes Xposed requires root.
Did a little searching and there's a RootCloak Plus which will do the job. Look under the Apps with calls... Header in this link.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2574647
Hope it helps.
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Thanx for your time but this didn't work. I guess it's one of those apps that the root cloak plus won't work on.
I see the op is still working on another bskyb app.
Back to looking for a way to enable outbound text... (unrooted)
Thanx again..
Just a thought, is it possible to make an unrooted rom with mms built in that can be flashed via adb or any other method?
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dememted1 said:
Hi guys, I bought my nexus 7 2013 lte thinking it could send sms. It seems it can but only if I root and install xposed etc etc.
My dilemma is that I have a nowtv subscription which will not run on rooted devices. I there any way to enable sms without rooting?
Ive tried masking root by all the usual methods but nowtv always knows. This is so frustrating for me as im not to tec savvy.
I have however flashed an older rom 4.3.1 and it works. is that my only option?
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You may find this info useful!
Xposed Framework FAQDoes this require root access?
Yes, because it replaces a file in /system/bin. Once the framework is installed, it should work without root access.
and the link where I found the info.
tobdaryl said:
You may find this info useful!
Xposed Framework FAQDoes this require root access?
Yes, because it replaces a file in /system/bin. Once the framework is installed, it should work without root access.
and the link where I found the info.
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Thanks for info but I have tried this method. I have unrooted as far as possible without flashing stock but it seems something is left behind that the skygo/nowtv apps see's and says os is modified and will not run.

Barclay's Bank - UK

I'm so desperate to root my g3 but I bank with Barclay's and the app doesn't work on rooted devices. So frustrating. Has anyone found a workaround ? I known things like root cloak don't work with it.
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There's no workout unless you change your bank
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Root your device and use Xposed module RootCloak.
Had the same problem with one of my apps.
Problem solved.
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elmalote said:
Root your device and use Xposed module RootCloak.
Had the same problem with one of my apps.
Problem solved.
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Doesn't work with Barclays Bank app in the UK - they update it too fast.
dayloon said:
I'm so desperate to root my g3 but I bank with Barclay's and the app doesn't work on rooted devices. So frustrating. Has anyone found a workaround ? I known things like root cloak don't work with it.
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why do you need an app for banking ? that's a big security hole in your phone.
dayloon said:
I'm so desperate to root my g3 but I bank with Barclay's and the app doesn't work on rooted devices. So frustrating. Has anyone found a workaround ? I known things like root cloak don't work with it.
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Have you confirmed that the app is broken by root? The RBS Android app stopped working when I installed it on my G3 (it worked on my rooted HTC One X+). RBS confirmed that the app is broken on some devices, rooted or not.
saitch76 said:
Have you confirmed that the app is broken by root? The RBS Android app stopped working when I installed it on my G3 (it worked on my rooted HTC One X+). RBS confirmed that the app is broken on some devices, rooted or not.
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I can confirm
It may not be possible. Root cloak methods dont seem to work for this or SkyGo, even unrooting doesn't work for some apps, you need to reflash to stock completely.
Unrooting and deleting SuperSu works on Samsungs
Has anybody checked on lg g3?
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root your phone install whatever you want tweaks etc then unroot it and install the barclays app...
It's not so simple. Adblock will be working but Xposed not. Not sure about Barclays app, I can't test it because if it won't work you need to reinstall your rom... Time consuming
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Ok I did it. I rooted the phone, installed adblock, froze some apps in Titanium etc, Barclays of course didn't work.
Then fully unroot from SuperSu, restart and Barclays works!
Thank god.
Will ota work?
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qwerty1q said:
There's no workout unless you change your bank
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This is the best answer I have seen. Barclays, in general, has a stick up their collective asses regarding hacked phones. Switch to a bank that doesn't care what you do with your phone.

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