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dumb question.

I know I'm gonna get sh*t for asking this. I've already been thru all the rooting threads but they are all confusing me. I'm new to the phone and love it, I'm a big texter and it runs my battery down pretty quick I have to take my charger to work with me or it wouldn't last me. I'm with AT&T and came over from Tmobile and had the G2x which I had rooted. All the Threads here for rooting confuses me. Could someone explain it alittle different please for AT&T I don't want to brick my phone. Rooting my G2x was real easy this seem alot harder

just a few posts under yours.... [GUIDE] Rooting the Samsung Captivate Glide i927/i927r
That is the perfect post for you. WATCH THE VIDEO!
if you cant find that... few posts under where you started a new thread, OR if you cant follow those directions.... DONT FLASH UNTILL YOU DO. its called research, or knowing what you are doing

sgt_addyjp said:
I know I'm gonna get sh*t for asking this. I've already been thru all the rooting threads but they are all confusing me. I'm new to the phone and love it, I'm a big texter and it runs my battery down pretty quick I have to take my charger to work with me or it wouldn't last me. I'm with AT&T and came over from Tmobile and had the G2x which I had rooted. All the Threads here for rooting confuses me. Could someone explain it alittle different please for AT&T I don't want to brick my phone. Rooting my G2x was real easy this seem alot harder
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The method to root the phone will get easier as more people work on it(Once CWM works,etc) so just wait until then if you can't follow the current instructions.

For the Glide right now the only method of rooting is flashing a rooted ROM. There is no 'one click' root method where your current stuff is preserved like other phones may have. I'm waiting for such a root method, no rush since my wife uses the Glide and is happy with everything stock.

sgt_addyjp said:
I know I'm gonna get sh*t for asking this. I've already been thru all the rooting threads but they are all confusing me. I'm new to the phone and love it, I'm a big texter and it runs my battery down pretty quick I have to take my charger to work with me or it wouldn't last me. I'm with AT&T and came over from Tmobile and had the G2x which I had rooted. All the Threads here for rooting confuses me. Could someone explain it alittle different please for AT&T I don't want to brick my phone. Rooting my G2x was real easy this seem alot harder
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I kinda felt the same way coming from HTC phones. The threads here can keep me reading for hours, i rooted Vibrant and a Captivate and i was lost the entire way.

once the rooted AT&T ROM was posted, it took just a matter of minutes, and most of that was just downloading the files needed.
Follow the instructions posted or watch the video on how to do it, and once your done, you'll love it. Then, if you like, go to the app store and download "superuser" and "titanium backup" (free versions will work for now, but paying for them is really the way to go)
And before you know it, custom ROMs will here, and then the real fun starts!

[Q] Should I root the Galaxy Note 2 now?

Hello all,
I was wondering if the thread --> [2012.11.08][SGH-I317/M] CF-Auto-Root v1.0 in the original android development is the only way to root the galaxy note 2 (at&t). Is it just "in the works"? is my main concern.
I know the possibility of methods being released later down the months when there is more support and development for the device.
The phone just came out so I'm not expecting a whole lot, but I was just concerned that maybe I should wait on rooting until a more stable method is released. I'm just worried that if I root I may not be able to go back to another method. Should I just root it now? Is there any benefit to rooting now vs later down the road?

Couldn't be any easier to do... Took like 1 minute from beginning to end. There is nothing unstable about it.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I317 using Tapatalk 2

It's truly a matter of personal opinion whether or not to root. Some of us flashaholics can't wait and some of us are trying to hold out until at least the first official OTA unless something comes out that we just can't resist lol
There are a few apps I'm missing right now by not rooting but then again the phone does damn near everything I need/want without customization/rom flashes. I would like to experience the multi view feature but I suppose in due time it will be here.
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Note II (SGH-I317) on the infamous AT&T Network.

DJHile said:
It's truly a matter of personal opinion whether or not to root. Some of us flashaholics can't wait and some of us are trying to hold out until at least the first official OTA unless something comes out that we just can't resist lol
There are a few apps I'm missing right now by not rooting but then again the phone does damn near everything I need/want without customization/rom flashes. I would like to experience the multi view feature but I suppose in due time it will be here.
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Note II (SGH-I317) on the infamous AT&T Network.
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Yeah when is that multi-view feature coming? I thought it was supposed to be built into the software already...but yeah I agree with you. It depends on personal choice. I was wondering if the current root method was stable...

evo4gfan said:
Yeah when is that multi-view feature coming? I thought it was supposed to be built into the software already...but yeah I agree with you. It depends on personal choice. I was wondering if the current root method was stable...
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Current root method is stable... Did it earlier this morning.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I317 using Tapatalk 2

evo4gfan said:
Hello all,
I was wondering if the thread --> [2012.11.08][SGH-I317/M] CF-Auto-Root v1.0 in the original android development is the only way to root the galaxy note 2 (at&t). Is it just "in the works"? is my main concern.
I know the possibility of methods being released later down the months when there is more support and development for the device.
The phone just came out so I'm not expecting a whole lot, but I was just concerned that maybe I should wait on rooting until a more stable method is released. I'm just worried that if I root I may not be able to go back to another method. Should I just root it now? Is there any benefit to rooting now vs later down the road?
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Rooting is a personal thing. I'm a flashaholic to the core but I'm waiting for at&t to give us the OTA we need for split screen. I'm waiting for the right ROM to be cooked up before I even root my baby. But hey, that's just my personal preference right now.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I317 using Tapatalk 2

Rooting is worth it just to do nandroids, triangle away w/ a custom kernel (reset counter) & Titanium Backup (apps).

note 4 AR unchained

just upgraded to att note 4. i was using my rooted s4 with my appradio and AR unchained successfully. i was having an issue getting the phone rooted at first due to the software update carrying an updated kernel. i ended up flashing the s4 with the previous kernel version, which allowed me to then root the phone with towel root.
so my question is, why can't this same thing be done with the note 4?? my understanding is the s4 had a locked bootloader as well. i am not an expert on this stuff, but it seems to me that this should be possible with the note 4. i really just want to be able to continue use of AR unchained with the note 4 so i can get full mirroring in my vehicle.

iceberg8389 said:
just upgraded to att note 4. i was using my rooted s4 with my appradio and AR unchained successfully. i was having an issue getting the phone rooted at first due to the software update carrying an updated kernel. i ended up flashing the s4 with the previous kernel version, which allowed me to then root the phone with towel root.
so my question is, why can't this same thing be done with the note 4?? my understanding is the s4 had a locked bootloader as well. i am not an expert on this stuff, but it seems to me that this should be possible with the note 4. i really just want to be able to continue use of AR unchained with the note 4 so i can get full mirroring in my vehicle.
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That is a really good question. I'm a newb so quite uninformed but my one guess is maybe there's something really device-specific about kernels, so a device won't boot enough to be rootable, say crashes before it can.
But that's a good idea and something worth trying at least. We have images from AT&T phones and the T-Mobile phone, so the ingredients might already be there.

FiniteTime said:
That is a really good question. I'm a newb so quite uninformed but my one guess is maybe there's something really device-specific about kernels, so a device won't boot enough to be rootable, say crashes before it can.
But that's a good idea and something worth trying at least. We have images from AT&T phones and the T-Mobile phone, so the ingredients might already be there.
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Yes Kernals are device specific. A S4 Kernal will not work properly (if at all) in a Note 4.

Ok, device specific kernel makes sense. I suppose I wasn't implying that the same kernel would work for the note 4, but more of just a suggestion as to how a root may be possible by manipulating the kernel to be note 4/root compatible.

I have the Note 4 developer edition. You must have root before anything can be started on the retail version.
Sent from my SM-N910V DE using XDA Free mobile app

New Note 4 owner

Is there thread that suggests what to do first with a new stock Note 4?
Root first?
Popular ROM?
Thanks

If you have the Verizon Note 4 you are stuck with stock as the boot loader is locked and no root exploit has been developed.

NB2A said:
Is there thread that suggests what to do first with a new stock Note 4?
Root first?
Popular ROM?
Thanks
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There's a thread called 'Desktop Setup' a little further down the main screen of the forum. I only took a brief glance, but it looks like it's other Note 4 owners showing how they have their phones setup. I just mainly setup mine to reflect how I had my S4 set. Unfortunately, though, the last post before mine is correct in saying root hasn't been achieved for this device yet. However, if you're looking to be able to use your phone as a mobile hotspot, you can purchase the full version of FoxFi for $7.95, or try the free version to see how you like it. The free one limits you to 5 megs per use, I think, before it disconnects you. I'm using the full version of the app to tether to my desktop right now, and it works pretty well. You can't turn it on with one tap like you can a rooted phone's hotspot, but you can turn off that way once you're done. The app lets me provide Wi-Fi for my XBox One, Tab 3 8.0, and Fire TV, too. Even though I can't root my phone yet, I still enjoy using it. Hope this helps, and sorry I rambled on a bit.

http://best-tech-reviews.com/root-n910vvru2bof1-galaxy-note-4-verizon-usa-sm-n910v-android-6769/
Anyone try this?

NB2A said:
http://best-tech-reviews.com/root-n910vvru2bof1-galaxy-note-4-verizon-usa-sm-n910v-android-6769/
Anyone try this?
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Haven't tried it yet, but I'm itching to give it a shot. I already downloaded the root file, but probably won't touch it til after this weekend, and the fact I got my phone set up the way I like it. I know this isn't the right thread, but before I make the decision to try this can anyone confirm that FoxFi works on 5.0.1? I'm currently on 4.4.4 and don't want to jump forward if it doesn't, since I need the hotspot. I know I can roll back to KitKat, but I'd lose all my stuff

Foxfi works like a charm on latest Verizon build, BOG5.

tbparkey said:
Foxfi works like a charm on latest Verizon build, BOG5.
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Cool. The build in the post pointing to a possible root is showing 'Galaxy Note 4 (Verizon USA) SM-N910V VZWVerizon wireless N910VVRU2BOF1 5.0.1', which has me somewhat hopeful, with a side of skepticism. I will definitely be keeping an eye on this thread for any updates, hopefully good ones.

The file for root at the bottom says "Galaxy Note 4 (Verizon USA) SM-N910V" but has smn910f (SM-N910F (Europe)) in the file name for the zip.

Please tell me you guys are not serious???? Look at the date this crap was posted 7th July. Do you honestly think no one has tried it yet and come on the forums to scream about it. Very dodgy looking site also.

Take it easy, no point in getting worked up about it. We're all just looking for ANY glimmer of a lead for root.

will4958 said:
Take it easy, no point in getting worked up about it. We're all just looking for ANY glimmer of a lead for root.
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And how is a 5 month old post a glimmer of hope. Most People on this forum have had their note 4s for a long long time and have been following and hoping for the one post that will spring up "That root has been achieved" it doesn't help with you posting the same thing in 3 different threads about some rubbish that has been posted 5 months ago from a website that looks like it was thrown together the same day they posted the root instructions. If anything comes up it will be posted on XDA almost immediately I can guarantee it.
I'm sorry if I sound harsh but everyone on here has been waiting a long time I see your only new to this and also had a chance to return.
The problem is No one appears to be working on anything, you only have to look at the thread "Lets talk root" I don't see any one talking about how root may be obtained and I include myself in that. What needs to happen is for this Note 4 community to start posting ideas in that thread or start a bloody new one. I am willing to use my phone as a guiney pig but come on people lets start talking about how we may obtain root and start experimenting. I will flash anything any one wants to my phone so lets take it over to the "Lets talk Root" forum.
Rant Over

Believe me, I understand your frustration as I've rooted every Android device I've had, till now of course. If we get, we get it. If not, oh well. I have more important things to concern myself with than whether I can root my phone or not. I'm sure the person who originally posted the link was only trying to help and not cause any tension. I wish I could root this thing, but get grip, it's still just a phone.

Steps to delete bloatware on GN4 w/Android 6.01

I've been missing having a Note since my Note 2. After just watching the unveiling of the Note 7, I was underwhelmed especially for the price. So I broke down and ordered a Note 4. After I update it to Android 6, will it still be rootable? I also want to remove all the bloatware.

MrNetwork said:
I've been missing having a Note since my Note 2. After just watching the unveiling of the Note 7, I was underwhelmed especially for the price. So I broke down and ordered a Note 4. After I update it to Android 6, will it still be rootable? I also want to remove all the bloatware.
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Do a search on here for Note 4 Verizon root.
You will see a LOT of stuff about it.. It's a matter of what chance you want to take. Some seem to have succeeded only to find things not working afterward. Others who know the in's and out's of coding (as this is XDA) seems to have found fixes for the little things but it's not consistent for everyone. Thanks VZ for a "200 mile concrete thick" bootloader.
As for 6.0.1, I've read (and you will see in the searches) that of those who managed the root there are "safe upgrades", but it gets complicated. The bootloader, I think, was changed in the OTA so it gets more complicated there. The official forum will lead to you a lot of stuff on this. I've been curating it for over a week trying to make sense and streamline what matters to root 5.1.1. permanently and without issue.
I'm trying to root, but trusts me it's getting .....weird. I don't think I'm be able to accomplish it. However, coming from the SG3 (which I love), and working now newly with 2 note 4's (used), I can tell you they seem to do a good job of giving the user more power. Some apps can be disabled and uninstalled. Not so on others, but I think I can work with it. I've seen both 5.1.1 and 6.0.1 on it ( I like some Marshmallow refinements and want to get there). Still, losing the power of root with my backups and the bloatware is not an easy choice, but the I'm already addicted to the screen and the pen on the Note.