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Note: This Root method is no longer supported, most models have been updated to newer software and does not work. If you want this to even have a chance at working, you must have the original software that shipped with the phone 3 years sgo.
This is a great root method with easy to follow instructions that anyone can follow and without all the extra jibber jabber most do not understand. The originator of this root is @giantpune, please give him a Big Thanks!!!
**This Root Method has been confirmed working on the models listed below**
E980 AT&T (Does not work on 10P 01/08/2014 update)
E985 Euro/SFR
E986 Euro/SFR
E988 HK
E988 GCC
E988 India
E988 Starhub Singapore
E989 UK
E989 Israel
1st: Go to http://www.lg.com/us/support-mobile/lg-E980 and download the drivers, let it install all the way before going to the next step.
2nd: Go to 7-Zip and download the program, it is the best one imo.
3rd: Download the attached root file below
4th: Un-Zip the Root file using 7-Zip to a known location
5th: Make sure in Developer Options you enable USB Debugging in your phones settings
6th: Make sure your phone is in Charge Only mode
7th: Plug your phone into your computer and give it about 3 minutes before going to the next step to ensure your computer can see your device
8th: Open the file and run the CurrentRoot.bat
9th: When it prompts you to go to MTP mode, do so in the same place Charge Only was found. LET IT SIT, 3 MINUTES MINIMUM!!!!! This will insure that your computer has seen your phone as a MTP device, if you rush it, the root will fail!
10th: Now hit any key to continue
11th: Once it is completed and your phone reboots, safely remove hardware to remove your phone.
You can download many free root checker apps from the Play Store or use SuperUser that is included with the root.
If you need the original AT&T TOT file with the update attached please visit
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43541278
and thank @thecubed while your at it.
All done and rooted, want a new recovery and looking for an easy 5 minute CWM or TWRP Recovery, @Shelnutt2 has brought FreeGee to us which is a downloadable app in the Play Store.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43789352
If you took the AT&T 10P update and cannot root, go to HERE and @madmack is going to help the situation.
Feel free to donate to any DEV that is linked to. I do not want, need or deserve any donation for their hard work.
Enjoy!
Original location of Root:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=36593411
Thanks @giantpune
side note: I am not responsible for your phone, the above process worked flawlessly on my LG Optimus G Pro US Version E980 on 7/12/2013.
How do I know if I have the "Value Pack Upgrade"? I got an OTA update from AT&T/LG a few days ago, which completed successfully but my Android version is still 4.1.2. Is there a baseband version or build number I can compare against to see if I have this "Value Pack Upgrade"?
That was the value pack upgrade sir ?
I followed these directions exactly and it worked perfectly! I installed Root Explorer and it was successfully given superuser privileges.
Note to others: on step 10, the phone will reboot and the error message you may see on your phone (that a process stopped unexpectedly) is normal. I waited until the phone fully rebooted and finished loading everything before disconnecting my phone.
Android version: 4.1.2
Baseband version: APQ8064/MDM9x15M
Kernel version: 3.4.0
Build number: JZO54K
Software version: E98010k
Awesome, I added a note about waiting for the phone to reboot. I did not see the message you got but I may have missed it looking at my daughter dance last night to Xbox.
Enjoy sir
Thank you for the above instructions. Zero issues.
Waiting the 3 minutes made all the difference.
This is the way to go to root! Thank you again!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41361976
Um.... Yeah, been there since May. Original root by Garrett.
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That failed every time I tried, plus the link is dead now. I found an updated version within a post somewhere on the Optimus G forum, if it was from carrett , thank you, it is appreciated greatly.
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That failed every time I tried, plus the link is dead now. I found an updated version within a post somewhere on the Optimus G forum, if it was from @carrett , thank you, it is appreciated greatly.
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I didn't know the link was dead, but I used the root from that thread to root my phone again after I wiped and updated.
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Its cool, I'm just trying to help, the updated one I found worked for me, the original one on the first page did not, dunno why.
Later
Steve
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ballshanglow said:
Its cool, I'm just trying to help, the updated one I found worked for me, the original one on the first page did not, dunno why.
Later
Steve
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I agree with Steve. The original link caused a ton of issues for my phone. This one works every time. Not sure why it works for some and not others but always good to have options.
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Is this the root with loki?
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Do we have an un-root method? Or do we have to wipe, factory reset?
ballshanglow said:
That failed every time I tried, plus the link is dead now. I found an updated version within a post somewhere on the Optimus G forum, if it was from @carrett , thank you, it is appreciated greatly.
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If you researched the thread you'll find that I posted a link to where you could download it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43014751&postcount=31
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Jasbo said:
Do we have an un-root method? Or do we have to wipe, factory reset?
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Super user has an unroot method in it's settings.
borgib said:
If you researched the thread you'll find that I posted a link to where you could download it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43014751&postcount=31
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Super user has an unroot method in it's settings.
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So it does.. Thanks Borg,
lessthanzach said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41361976
Um.... Yeah, been there since May. Original root by Garrett.
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Umm yeah...
Actually original root was by Giantpune, who allowed me to release it in a bootlaoder unlock here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=36593411
then here again when they fixed it : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2169117
OP should credit GP for the root isntead of just reuploading
jcase said:
Umm yeah...
Actually original root was by Giantpune, who allowed me to release it in a bootlaoder unlock here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=36593411
then here again when they fixed it : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2169117
OP should credit GP for the root isntead of just reuploading
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OP has been updated.
I also stated that this was not my root from the beginning. The others posted within this thread did not work for me, this was flawless and also the original on this forum had instructions that were not basic enough and left out stuff for noobs.
I also never asked nor ever want donations, and if I post something, it is never ever ever about money.
Donate to the @giantpune if you please.
Thanks
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If you researched the thread you'll find that I posted a link to where you could download it.
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Well, the rooting police are after me..... lol
Tried to apply the update while my E980 was rooted. No go, got the 0x13e error. Research says that's probably because device is rooted.
So I unroot and try again a couple days later. Same error displays. Device restarts and a new error displays. Something like "Device is suspected of being rooted and rooted devices will not be updated".
So I'm hiding out until the heat is off.
In the meantime, any thoughts.
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First off none of this would be possible without @djrbliss
The Freegee app now includes support for the LG Optimus G Pro. While the bootloader is not unlocked per-say we do have a working exploit in loki thanks to drjbliss's work. I've take loki and reworked it into cwm (twrp support coming soon). This means that rom devs and kernel makers no longer have to "lokify" their images, it's done after flashing in recovery. Freegee also offers the possibility to disable lge security (wallpaper) on the stock rom.
Instructions
Please note: this requires root before you can install this! If you haven't rooted your phone yet, now is the time to do so.
There is a free and donation version of Freegee on the market. Both are exactly identical and always will be, except in the name.
Make sure the version is 1.1.0 or greater! You will brick if freegee is less than 1.1.0!
You can download the free app here and the donation app here.
When you run the app you can click on "Unlock my phone" to start the unlock process. It will ask you if you want to disable lge security or not. Please note to disable the lge security it's dependent on your sw version. If you are not supported, upload the boot.img through the app and I'll add you to the white list.
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FAQ
Can I flash an OTA after installing a custom recovery?
No for two reasons. 1) You need stock recovery to apply the delta updates. 2) It's possible in a future update for the bootloader to be updated and loki patched or for loki to need to be reworked. Just don't try it.
Does this mean I can flash custom ROMs now?
Yes. However, the custom ROM must be made for your device. You don't have to worry if the rom or kernel has been lokified because these recoveries do it for you!
How can I uninstall this?
Click the "Restore with backups" button
Can I upload my backups?
Yes the application has built-in dropbox support. Access it through the settings menu.
Where is the source for you loki-fied recoveries?
On my github: https://github.com/Shelnutt2/android_bootable_recovery
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Special Thanks To!
None of this would be possible without the following people:
drjbliss
thecubed
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Change Log
Current Version: 1.1.0
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=edu.shell.freegee
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=edu.shell.freegee_free
Changelog:
See the play store for change log.
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Oh ****!!! Thank you, thank you. I'm purchasing the donate version right now.
Did I mention thank you very much.
Erik
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I purchased the Donate version because great Devs deserve the great support! Thanks for your work Shelnutt!! :thumbup:
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Took the donate version thank you guys
First off, thank you so much! I've purchased the donation version.
Second, am I to understand that this app installs a version of CWM that automatically adds Loki to the ROM?
Nice work seen this coming
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If I already have TWRP installed, will cwm replace it when I use the unlock tool.
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Purchased the donate version. Thank you!
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i've upload the boot image of F240L10V because it seems not supported yet
kingpin32 said:
If I already have TWRP installed, will cwm replace it when I use the unlock tool.
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I was wondering the same thing.
When the f*ck did we get ice cream??
esimon311 said:
I was wondering the same thing.
When the f*ck did we get ice cream??
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Yes cwm will replace twrp, until shelnutt2 works on the twrp recovery
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So technically this is just an easier way to install a loki-fied recovery?
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Jammol said:
So technically this is just an easier way to install a loki-fied recovery?
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Yes and no. Its more than just a recovery that's flashable, see my answer below.
mrfeuss said:
First off, thank you so much! I've purchased the donation version.
Second, am I to understand that this app installs a version of CWM that automatically adds Loki to the ROM?
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That is correct. After you install a zip or use side load the boot and recovery partitions are checked and then lokified if needed automatically. So a kernel maker no longer needs to release desperate downloads just due to Loki. You can disable the check for Loki in the advanced options menu but there really is no need to unless a new unlocked boot loader is brought up.
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Shelnutt2 said:
Yes and no. Its more than just a recovery that's flashable, see my answer below.
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Ruh roh. I downloaded this. Backed up my EFS (wasn't sure if that was necessary or not though I imagine that's where the IMEI is stored in case that is somehow wiped), the clicked unlock. It downloaded some files and installed CWM and said everything was successful. Now when I reboot I get "Secure booting failed. Cause: Device Unlocked" or something. It then flashes the LG logo again and then the AT&T animation plays and the Home LED button flashes forever. It will not boot and I can't use any button combo to get to recovery. What did I do wrong and do I have to LGNPST back to stock again?
I was rooted and nothing else. No custom recovery. Also, I chose to disable LGE Security when prompted? Any ideas?
Purchased the donate version. Thank you, so much!! :good:
Question I currently have TWRP installed what if any would be the advantages of using FreeGee?
When the f*ck did we get ice cream??
I installed this and tried to reboot into recovery to make a backup....the phone will not turn on...it seems completely dead! Any ideas? I plug it into charge...no light at all...pulled battery too...still nothing! Could it be hard bricked?
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airbillion said:
I installed this and tried to reboot into recovery to make a backup....the phone will not turn on...it seems completely dead! Any idead?
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I just posted about this right before you. Best bet is to wait until @Shelnutt2 gets back online. Unless of course you'd rather just LGNPST back to stock. Myself, I'd rather try to fix it first since I literally just set my phone back up after a softbrick just about 2 weeks ago.
Edit: Flashed to stock with flash tools. Oh well, I'm used to it by now, haha. I probably messed up by trying to 2 button into recovery. I read a few comments now about using a program to boot to recovery. I don't know if 2 keying into recovery trips some sort of flag that causes it to not boot correctly. If that is the case, then let this comment server as a warning to others.
Thanks for the program anyways.
awesome job on making this app, but im gonna hold off on trying it for now. im on at&t but seeing alot of people talking about how they bricked, plus i just sold my laptop so right now aint nobody got time for that. but i will do it soon. cant waite for a way to get the second init recovery off here without flashing back to stock and to boot twrp with a button combo. still a great phone and i see awesome stuff coming to it soon....
Very strange how this is messing up some phones, when I was testing for shelnutt2 everything went fine on my phone. I did the security unlock as well and I seen it flashing with success and rebooted fine. Is anyone using this getting the phone to boot up normally?
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I have a LG Nitro HD, which I unbricked, rooted, etc, and upgraded to Cyanogenmod 10.1. Worked great, I ended up giving it to my friend. He gave it back to me the other day because his brother accidentally did a factory reset and it "DOESNT WORK" as he put it. So i tried doing setup manager and stuff and whenever i clicked a button, it froze and rebooted. I reflashed CM10.1, same thing. Flashed to PARANOIDANDROID, same thing. On the lockscreen, everything is fine. I can touch the screen and pull down notification center without any issue, but as soon as i unlock it and touch the screen, it locks up and reboots. It seems like it's allergic to my touch....any help would be greatly appreciated as he wants to sell it.
Thanks!
drsn0w
Maybe going through the unbrick process again will fix the problem.
audit13 said:
Maybe going through the unbrick process again will fix the problem.
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Don't I have to go back to stock to do that? Because I've tried, and the LG Support Software won't see the phone.
drsn0w said:
Don't I have to go back to stock to do that? Because I've tried, and the LG Support Software won't see the phone.
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Did you put the phone in download mode 1st? Start with the phone powered off. Plug the lg supplied USB cable into the computer. Then hold down vol up and plug the USB cable into the phone. As long as the lg drivers are installed the lg support software will see it
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Oh I completely forgot about download mode. I'll try that once the house wakes up (my computer is about as loud as a foghorn)
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Okay so it's connected (after installing USB drivers 7 times...) but it's connected, and it says it's running the latest software. So what am i supposed to do now...?
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Never mind....I found this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1597488
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Never mind....I found this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1597488
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We're you able to get through the unbricking process?
If not, you can try and emergency restore by clicking on the Help button and changing your region or recovery mode.
audit13 said:
We're you able to get through the unbricking process?
If not, you can try and emergency restore by clicking on the Help button and changing your region or recovery mode.
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Yes, I was, thank you. I got through unbricking, rooted it, installed TWRP 2.6.x, flashed CM10.1.2, and have just ordered my unlock code
audit13 said:
We're you able to get through the unbricking process?
If not, you can try and emergency restore by clicking on the Help button and changing your region or recovery mode.
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Haha well turns out I jumped the gun and flashed CM10.1 too soon...apparently I have to have the stock ROM to SIM unlock it....reunbricking...
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Yes, I was, thank you. I got through unbricking, rooted it, installed TWRP 2.6.x, flashed CM10.1.2, and have just ordered my unlock code
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Good stuff. I'm not sure where you ordered your code but I have used this place before and it was cheap: http://www.cell-1st.com/lgcodes.htm
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Haha well turns out I jumped the gun and flashed CM10.1 too soon...apparently I have to have the stock ROM to SIM unlock it....reunbricking...
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This may work with a custom rom: http://sim-unlock.net/simlock/LG/Nitro_P930/
audit13 said:
Good stuff. I'm not sure where you ordered your code but I have used this place before and it was cheap: http://www.cell-1st.com/lgcodes.htm
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I used an eBay unlocker that I've had previous success with. Thank you though! Now to put stock back...again...lol...
Also yeah I tried the 2945 code but it doesn't work in Cyanogenmod10, and after some digging, I found that it's best to unlock on the stock ROM anyways.
drsn0w said:
Haha well turns out I jumped the gun and flashed CM10.1 too soon...apparently I have to have the stock ROM to SIM unlock it....reunbricking...
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You don't have to unbrick again just flash one of the stock ROMs available.
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Swetnes said:
You don't have to unbrick again just flash one of the stock ROMs available.
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too late haha. Okay but now I can't seem to unlock it. Got my unlock code but when i go and click Network Lock, it comes up with "Your phone is not personalized."
I read that this mean's it's already unlocked, but i don't recall unlocking this before
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too late haha. Okay but now I can't seem to unlock it. Got my unlock code but when i go and click Network Lock, it comes up with "Your phone is not personalized."
I read that this mean's it's already unlocked, but i don't recall unlocking this before
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As long as it doesn't say sim locked and you have data access you should be good to go.
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Swetnes said:
As long as it doesn't say sim locked and you have data access you should be good to go.
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Unfortunately i don't have my TMo sim with me right now, or an AT&T one, for that matter. I'll be getting it later today, I'll let you know how it goes
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As long as it doesn't say sim locked and you have data access you should be good to go.
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Worked perfectly! Voice, SMS, HSPA+, even LTE!!!!
learn it, Useful experience
It's finally here. Downloading from NYC. 695mb
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It's finally here. Downloading from NYC. 695mb
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Can we get a screen shot of your "About device page... expecially the baseband and kernel versions... build also if possible.
Can someone let us know if the update fixes the stupid screen rotation bug when you turn off auto-brightness. Also, if there is a noticeable change in overall snapiness. Thanks!
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Can we get a screen shot of your "About device page... expecially the baseband and kernel versions... build also if possible.
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It's up sir!
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General noob question:
How would I go about rooting 4.3 for AT&T? Can someone point me to the thread of it exists? Yes I've tried the search function and no nothing exact came up. I don't want to mess up and then be "that guy" on here crying about making a noob mistake.
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Jspex said:
General noob question:
How would I go about rooting 4.3 for AT&T? Can someone point me to the thread of it exists? Yes I've tried the search function and no nothing exact came up. I don't want to mess up and then be "that guy" on here crying about making a noob mistake.
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See Dr. Ketan and his thread regarding the bootloader on 4.3.....g
Will you be able to go back to 4.1.2 if you take this update?
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See Dr. Ketan and his thread regarding the bootloader on 4.3.....g
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But that's a thread specifically for 7100-based (non-LTE) variants, right? Whereas we have n7105-based LTE Versions...if I'm missing something please let me know. TIA.
Keeping root after 4.3 update
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General noob question:
How would I go about rooting 4.3 for AT&T? Can someone point me to the thread of it exists? Yes I've tried the search function and no nothing exact came up. I don't want to mess up and then be "that guy" on here crying about making a noob mistake.
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I rooted using this method while still on 4.1.2 and it worked flawlessly.
I then paid for and installed SuperSU Pro and activated "Survival Mode"
Lastly, after the OTA update was COMPLETELY finished, I followed this simple procedure to get root back again.
SuperSU disables Knox for you on 4.3 which is also nice. I should have qualified here that I am COMPLETELY stock other than root. I have not "frozen" any apps., deleted any Samsung provided files, etc. and I have stock bootloader and stock recovery. This will likely NOT work if you have done any of those things.
Is there a flashable version of this? If not, can somebody make one? Thanks.
I'm running a custom rom and rollouts/updates from vendors freak me out because I don't trust not one of them. Knowing AT&T they have thrown in some bit of encryption that locks the bootloader. I understand this might not be the case this time but I do know none of them can be trusted.
Now if you excuse me, I'm 1/2 done with 1984 the book and my tin foil hat is making me itch.
Guys I need help I am stuck, I am using unlock att with tmobile, I check software update but it days interrupted, and I even tried with kies but it's not connecting at all, I tried 2 pcs.... Any help... What to do to update it... Please
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rsalan said:
Is there a flashable version of this? If not, can somebody make one? Thanks.
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The update has only been out for a few hours and we are asking for .zip files already ??
Sheesh...
Give the devs some time to pull it apart and clean it up...unless you would like Knox and a bootloader lock ??
gregsarg said:
the update has only been out for a few hours and we are asking for .zip files already ??
Sheesh...
Give the devs some time to pull it apart and clean it up...unless you would like knox and a bootloader lock ??
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amen! Preach it my brethren
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marckusdavis said:
I rooted using this method while still on 4.1.2 and it worked flawlessly.
I then paid for and installed SuperSU Pro and activated "Survival Mode"
Lastly, after the OTA update was COMPLETELY finished, I followed this simple procedure to get root back again.
SuperSU disables Knox for you on 4.3 which is also nice.
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I have a few questions for you and/or those more in the know:
If I were to do this same thing, would I be able to flash a custom recovery (like TWRP) and/or flash custom ROM's/Kernels like I can already do now? One of my main concerns is that the stock kernel doesn't support Boeffla Sound, and that really makes for better audio on this device...might as well take full advantage of that Wolfson DAC...
I have to admit, it would be nice to be able to use pure AT&T stock, but rooted, as a base...this is why I loved the old CleanROM AT&T SE so much...
TIA for any guidance you can give on this.
Side note: after ODIN'ing back to 4.1.2 MA4, it says I have a 741MB update I can take....I'm sure that's this 4.3 update...Culpeper, VA here.
marckusdavis said:
I rooted using this method while still on 4.1.2 and it worked flawlessly.
I then paid for and installed SuperSU Pro and activated "Survival Mode"
Lastly, after the OTA update was COMPLETELY finished, I followed this simple procedure to get root back again.
SuperSU disables Knox for you on 4.3 which is also nice.
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I did the same as marchusdavis but it resulted in a total disaster. After I downloaded the OTA update from AT&T I restarted my phone and it installed through CWM-Touch. At the end it asked if I wanted to ensure root was maintained and of course I said "yes" there (as well as through my SuperSU Pro Survival Mode). When it booted, my WiFi no longer works AND I lost root.
If anyway has any advice on how to get to a stock 4.3 from here please let me know!
Ugh, having trouble updating atm.
Goes up to 30%, then my phone reboots and says
"The update was interrupted" or something like that
On stock 4.1.2 rooted with stock recovery if anyone can help.
chris.l.naish said:
I have a few questions for you and/or those more in the know:
If I were to do this same thing, would I be able to flash a custom recovery (like TWRP) and/or flash custom ROM's/Kernels like I can already do now? One of my main concerns is that the stock kernel doesn't support Boeffla Sound, and that really makes for better audio on this device...might as well take full advantage of that Wolfson DAC...
I have to admit, it would be nice to be able to use pure AT&T stock, but rooted, as a base...this is why I loved the old CleanROM AT&T SE so much...
TIA for any guidance you can give on this.
Side note: after ODIN'ing back to 4.1.2 MA4, it says I have a 741MB update I can take....I'm sure that's this 4.3 update...Culpeper, VA here.
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I don't believe so, as I am completely stock, bootloader and all. If you want to install other ROMs, you'd need to use a different method I believe. Likely downloading this update either via Kies or something else, and use ODIN to do everything. If you search around a bit on XDA, you'll probably find someone who has done it successfully and posted how. While I like custom ROMs, I have not had a need to use one yet on this device. However, if Samsung doesn't eventually give us Air Command, that might be enough to make me try it!
Is it possible to get the official update from the leak or do I have to downgrade to 4.1.2? I tried updating from the leak but it said it's the latest version.
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Kitkat debrick images, created by me and @thenexusgeneration
Downloads
thenexusgeneration's image: https://mega.co.nz/#!8wlz0DKI!eavB0PVQAUbh7AGysI1gTlYiy3JFxuxqmeyuqZCdr18
My image: http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23329332407591176
And mirrors for both are available here: http://cnexus.co/downloads/?device=DEBRICK&folder=ND8
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These are for use in conjunction with this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2369125
What exactly is a debrick image? Sorry, the only time I ever bricked a phone was on purpose si I've never used one.
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Cnexus - any idea why yours is much smaller?
80mb vs 128mb
The 80mb file is about the same size as pre 4.3 images.
I just used a difference size when dumping it.
bigwillyg said:
What exactly is a debrick image? Sorry, the only time I ever bricked a phone was on purpose si I've never used one.
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If the bootloader gets corrupted on the Galaxy SIII, you can flash the image file to an SD card and get the phone to boot from a fully bricked state (phone will not power on at all). The image file must match the current bootloader that is installed. There are other threads here for previous builds with the matching image files.
(If I got something a little wrong in terminology or concept, I'm sure someone will pop in and fix anything I got mixed up on explaining. )
You are all over this update man, I can't keep up lol.
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bilgerryan said:
You are all over this update man, I can't keep up lol.
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Him or me?
Unfortunately, my phone hard bricked during some testing of ND8 and now it's a paperweight as I haven't been able to get it back. I'm sure we'll see more of this going forward. I bet there were a few when 4.3 came along as well but we weren't around for that release here.
Looks like Jtag for this phone and I haven't decided what to do in the meantime to replace it; temporarily or permanently.
tdunham said:
Him or me?
Unfortunately, my phone hard bricked during some testing of ND8 and now it's a paperweight as I haven't been able to get it back. I'm sure we'll see more of this going forward. I bet there were a few when 4.3 came along as well but we weren't around for that release here.
Looks like Jtag for this phone and I haven't decided what to do in the meantime to replace it; temporarily or permanently.
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I was talking about Boy Wonder, but that sucks dude (get another S3 if you can't fix it)
bilgerryan said:
I was talking about Boy Wonder, but that sucks dude (get another S3 if you can't fix it)
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Ha. He hasn't put on his cape yet. It will be exciting around here once he does.
bilgerryan said:
I was talking about Boy Wonder, but that sucks dude (get another S3 if you can't fix it)
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(TD drags thread offcourse LOL)
Heading out to buy a burner android phone while I wait.
Boost and Virgin are both coming out the with the S5 this month, it's tempting.
tdunham said:
(TD drags thread offcourse LOL)
Heading out to buy a burner android phone while I wait.
Boost and Virgin are both coming out the with the S5 this month, it's tempting.
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I personally think I'm done with Sammy after this phone. Knox is too much of a pain in the arse and if they keep adding to it it's gonna eventually be locked down. I'm looking at the OnePlus or the LG G3 or the new M8, but not til Christmas or Tax Time.
bilgerryan said:
I personally think I'm done with Sammy after this phone. Knox is too much of a pain in the arse and if they keep adding to it it's gonna eventually be locked down. I'm looking at the OnePlus or the LG G3 or the new M8, but not til Christmas or Tax Time.
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My thoughts exactly. The G3 or the Nexus 6 are on my radar. Will be looking at switching to T-Mobile as well.
enzoevo said:
My thoughts exactly. The G3 or the Nexus 6 are on my radar. Will be looking at switching to T-Mobile as well.
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Yeah, I just wish I knew what their service was like in my area... I know they sucked like 5 years ago but nobody I know is on TMo anymore.
TD get the nexus 5 its a great phone and not to expensive. It would be great to have you over on it.
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5FOOTER said:
TD get the nexus 5 its a great phone and not to expensive. It would be great to have you over on it.
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Hey man, it's been a while.
I'm still weighing options and not sure if I want to change carriers yet too.
tdunham said:
Hey man, it's been a while.
I'm still weighing options and not sure if I want to change carriers yet too.
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The good thing about the n5 it works with all carriers but Verizon.
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tdunham said:
If the bootloader gets corrupted on the Galaxy SIII, you can flash the image file to an SD card and get the phone to boot from a fully bricked state (phone will not power on at all). The image file must match the current bootloader that is installed. There are other threads here for previous builds with the matching image files.
(If I got something a little wrong in terminology or concept, I'm sure someone will pop in and fix anything I got mixed up on explaining. )
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I hard bricked my phone. How can I find out which bootloader was installed when it bricked? I have tried about every debrick image I can find with no success?
SniperDroid said:
I hard bricked my phone. How can I find out which bootloader was installed when it bricked? I have tried about every debrick image I can find with no success?
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Tell me more, I just went through this. How did you do it and what is the phone doing/not doing now?
tdunham said:
Tell me more, I just went through this. How did you do it and what is the phone doing/not doing now?
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Edit: Additionally, I had issues getting this image to flash in Windows. I had to flash it to SD in Ubuntu. If you can still read the SD in Windows, it didn't take the flash. If the card is unreadable in Windows then maybe it flashed ok but still no guarantees it will work if the bootloader partitions are corrupted like mine were.
tdunham said:
Tell me more, I just went through this. How did you do it and what is the phone doing/not doing now?
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I was having connectivity issues so I flashed a new modem. Then, for some weird reason, I lost audio and had ZERO signal except wifi. I was advised to flash a TW rom to try and update PRL and activate the phone. I flashed Wicked Sensations, still no luck. So at that point, I was trying to flash back to non rooted using >>http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1904099. Thats when it bricked. I don't blame anyone but myself. I didn't read the ENTIRE thread before flashing and it hard bricked. Won't power on, no recovery/download mode. Light comes on with battery pulled and plugged in to USB.
I have tried all the threads and has no luck. I bought a 16g class 10 sd card. Tried many different debrick files. Tried writing with win23 and Cygwin, nothing. I am thinking I may need a different image based on my bootloader, I just have no idea which it was at the time.