I'm waiting to get my m8 in just a moment but I'm a little confused.
On Samsung you got the recovery, kernel and rom, that's about it. But what are the RUU files everybody is talking about? Also I'm a little unsure how to root and what s off enables me to do in practice.
Does the HTC follow the same concept?
I haven't found any popular topics on how to root the device yet.
Any help?
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Shebee said:
I'm waiting to get my m8 in just a moment but I'm a little confused.
On Samsung you got the recovery, kernel and rom, that's about it. But what are the RUU files everybody is talking about? Also I'm a little unsure how to root and what s off enables me to do in practice.
Does the HTC follow the same concept?
I haven't found any popular topics on how to root the device yet.
Any help?
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M8 Bible
Pretty much the same, unlock bootloader at HTC Dev, install custom recovery then install rom. You can use firewater for s off, although this doesnt work for all m8s
exocetdj said:
M8 Bible
Pretty much the same, unlock bootloader at HTC Dev, install custom recovery then install rom. You can use firewater for s off, although this doesnt work for all m8s
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Does unlocking the bootloader void warranty?
I read that s off most likely won't void it.
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Shebee said:
Does unlocking the bootloader void warranty?
I read that s off most likely won't void it.
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you request a unlock token whih HTC will have a record of your request but there is no proof u would have used it to void warranty. most peeps will need to use this for s off anyway unless the temp root method works but i have heard from lots of people that is is not really an issue so u can return to stock 100% and warranty shouldn't be affected
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you request a unlock token whih HTC will have a record of your request but there is no proof u would have used it to void warranty. most peeps will need to use this for s off anyway unless the temp root method works but i have heard from lots of people that is is not really an issue so u can return to stock 100% and warranty shouldn't be affected
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Thanks, really helpful.
I don't quite understand RUU files though, are they just update packages, much like flashing a rom, what it the difference?
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Shebee said:
Thanks, really helpful.
I don't quite understand RUU files though, are they just update packages, much like flashing a rom, what it the difference?
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RUUs are usually used to return to stock or update stock phones via PC. they flash ROM, kernel, firmware and stock recovery usually. they are rare as rocking horse sh#t now though but there us a thread with stock backups.
Shebee said:
Thanks, really helpful.
I don't quite understand RUU files though, are they just update packages, much like flashing a rom, what it the difference?
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The RUU (ROM Upgrade Utility) is the same as the Samsung firmware files (available on SamMobile) used to go back to 100% stock
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1870652
Everything about my hox is stock i never played with it. Does this safely work?
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bloodhunter112 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1870652
Everything about my hox is stock i never played with it. Does this safely work?
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Since you are planning to root, why not go all the way and install a custom rom that is already rooted. You can try this one, it seems to offer great batterylife http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1705334&page=52
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1870652
Everything about my hox is stock i never played with it. Does this safely work?
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The tool you have linked to does not work on the One X. Currently, the only way of achieving root on this device is to use the HTCDev.com bootloader unlock tool, then flash a custom recovery, which will allow you to flash a rooted (custom) ROM. Please look in the development sections, there are plenty of tutorials such as this one.
Never use tools that are not specifically meant for the One X. Frankly I'd stay away from automated scripts and tools for doing critical stuff like rooting, etc.. Rooting One X is pretty straightforward. Here is a video guide:
Step 1 : Unlock the bootloader
Step 2: Install CWM and Root
Putting my unlock code on htcdev doesnt work. Maybe because I'm on 4.04?
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I am Having the same problem. Ready to unlock the BL and HTCdev shuts me down. There a way around this?
KungPow90 said:
I am Having the same problem. Ready to unlock the BL and HTCdev shuts me down. There a way around this?
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I think we have to wait for a new way
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I think we have to wait for a new way
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It should still work with 4.0.4, do you guys want to post actual error messages or something useful for diagnosis?
I wil when I can. Basicly when I enter the code on htcdev it says that my code isn't right.
And trust me it is the right code.
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bloodhunter112 said:
I wil when I can. Basicly when I enter the code on htcdev it says that my code isn't right.
And trust me it is the right code.
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Are you sure you copy-pasted the code without the prefixes?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1843585
follow that to the letter, it has screenshots of how you should copy the code etc
hopefully it'll help..
I'm currently running insert coin on my at&t HTC one. I've tried several times with fire water to gain soff. If anybody has a suggestion that would be excellent
You have a custom rom but your phone is S-on? How did that happen?
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You have a custom rom but your phone is S-on? How did that happen?
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You don't have to be s-off to flash a custom Rom. You have to be s-off to flash a ruu or a radio though.
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You don't have to be s-off to flash a custom Rom. You have to be s-off to flash a ruu or a radio though.
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Thanks, I did not know that. Guess I'm still not clear which parts of the nand are protected by S-on....
Edit: Never mind - wrong again
are there any other methods to get S-Off? I've been trying firewater for hours now and it fails every time. even tried loading roms up to the phone whilst it's copying. Nothing works. It's a standard EUR One.
http://theroot.ninja/
This will give you S-OFF but it's a paid app. Read the whole page before proceeding
Is that what you used yourself? Anyone used it?
cfhuk said:
Is that what you used yourself? Anyone used it?
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Its confirmed to work. It runs tests to make sure your device is compatible before making you buy a licence. Just make sure you have root prior.
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Re-rooted and unlocked bootloader after installing the latest update. Had to reinstall some apps including harmon kardon. Lowered the max/min cpu setting. Froze some bloatware and the phone is running like a champ. Currently at 62% battery life since 7am est. Been on Pandora normal IG & Facebook activity. I have no regrets from purchasing this phone. Cheers...
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Re-rooted and unlocked bootloader after installing the latest update. Had to reinstall some apps including harmon kardon. Lowered the max/min cpu setting. Froze some bloatware and the phone is running like a champ. Currently at 62% battery life since 7am est. Been on Pandora normal IG & Facebook activity. I have no regrets from purchasing this phone. Cheers...
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Are you s off? Cause there dies not seem to be a way to root without it
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Are you s off? Cause there dies not seem to be a way to root without it
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That is definitely not the case! You absolutely do not need s-off to root your device. All you need to successfully root is the proper files, custom recovery, as well as an unlocked bootloader.
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That is definitely not the case! You absolutely do not need s-off to root your device. All you need to successfully root is the proper files, custom recovery, as well as an unlocked bootloader.
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Can you give me a link to root the m8? I'm on the 4.4.4 stock everything
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Alvee123 said:
Can you give me a link to root the m8? I'm on the 4.4.4 stock everything
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You need to unlock your device then flash the correct superuser package through custom recovery
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You need to unlock your device then flash the correct superuser package through custom recovery
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So i have to get s-off correct? Im just confused because i have 4.4.4 thought i couldnt root or get s off.
Alvee123 said:
So i have to get s-off correct? Im just confused because i have 4.4.4 thought i couldnt root or get s off.
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S-off has absolutely nothing to do with root or unlocking, two completely different things. I never said anything about s off (other then saying you don't need it for root). I said unlock your bootloader, flash custom recovery and flash the su zip. You have a fundamental misunderstanding of what s off, unlocking and even root is it seems. BTW you can absolutely still s off if you want. It cost 25 bucks.
Alvee123 said:
Can you give me a link to root the m8? I'm on the 4.4.4 stock everything
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All you need to do is unlock your bootloader and throw in a custom recovery. You don't need s-off at all. Just go here to unlock your bootloader:
http://www.htcdev.com/
And then flash TWRP and SuperSU and you're good to go.
What they said. ???
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Hello
So I tried running firewater on my One M8 but it failed. I got this 'remember the golden rule? Never take an OTA update? Apparently you don't. Device patched by HTC, you are out of luck.' Is there anything I can do? Btw I'm running CM11 if that matters.
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As the many .... many threads on s-off already say :
Use a STOCK rom and a STOCK kernel and a STOCK recovery, then try firewater.....Does it fail ? Use SUNSHINE (Google it) when that fails you have to wait for SUNSHINE 3.0 (or whatever the next update will be called)
NO other way and NO other options are available !
Mr Hofs said:
As the many .... many threads on s-off already say :
Use a STOCK rom and a STOCK kernel and a STOCK recovery, then try firewater.....Does it fail ? Use SUNSHINE (Google it) when that fails you have to wait for SUNSHINE 3.0 (or whatever the next update will be called)
NO other way and NO other options are available !
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Wait, stock recovery? But that means I lose root, right?
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u-wot-m8 said:
Wait, stock recovery? But that means I lose root, right?
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No, you root the software thats installed on the phone ..... recovery has nothing to do with root !
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No, you root the software thats installed on the phone ..... recovery has nothing to do with root !
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Oh... I'm still a bit new to root. Thanks.
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u-wot-m8 said:
Oh... I'm still a bit new to root. Thanks.
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Then i suggest to read up a bit more and learn the terms and all the things you need to know to get back to stock/how it all works/and what exactly certain things do. And most important why you need s-off and root.
Ask yourself these things first and then start modding a device.
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you don't need s-off to flash roms and recovery - you need an unlocked bootloader is all, you do that for free at htcdev.com
clsA said:
you don't need s-off to flash roms and recovery - you need an unlocked bootloader is all, you do that for free at htcdev.com
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SO why would someone want or need to get s-off on there device?
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I have a tmobile m9 so my bootloader is unlocked right? Thanks
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xda23 said:
I have a tmobile m9 so my bootloader is unlocked right? Thanks
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no .. you have to unlock it and flash TWRP and install SuperSU
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no .. you have to unlock it and flash TWRP and install SuperSU
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OK so when you say unlock it are you referring to getting s-off on the device?If not could you please explain.and also how to unlock it. Thanks
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xda23 said:
OK so when you say unlock it are you referring to getting s-off on the device?If not could you please explain.and also how to unlock it. Thanks
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it has nothing to do with s-off
http://forum.xda-developers.com/one-m9/general/best-unlocking-bootloader-rooting-guide-t3087354
http://forum.xda-developers.com/one-m9/general/videos-ultimate-guides-s-off-root-t3072131
I thought tmobile bootloaders were unlocked and Att's bootloaders were locked.I need to unlock it without a computer.Is there away to do it without a computer.I just want to install custom roms,kernels,etc. Thanks In advance!!!
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xda23 said:
I thought tmobile bootloaders were unlocked and Att's bootloaders were locked.I need to unlock it without a computer.Is there away to do it without a computer.I just want to install custom roms,kernels,etc. Thanks In advance!!!
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Developer Edition phone's come with the bootloader unlocked and the sim unlocked
AT&T - T-Mobile - Sprint all have to be bootloader unlocked at http://www.htcdev.com/bootloader
S off is just for if you dont want to wipe apps correct?
justdrew said:
S off is just for if you dont want to wipe apps correct?
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S-off is for converting your phone to a developer edition or International (by changing the CID / MID and flashing a RUU)
or flashing unsigned firmware and for flashing RUU that are older than your current version.
to get s-off you must already be unlocked and rooted
O.k. so basically I need a computer there's no app,etc that can unlock my m9 correct?I don't have a computer that's why I'm asking. Thanks In advance!!!
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S-off is required to update or flash certain parts of the system... but not for custom recovery (TWRP) or custom ROMs. That only requires an unlocked bootloader from HTCDEV.com
For example, once you have a custom ROM, you no longer receive OTA updates. OTA updates not only include the ROM, but also firmware updates as well. Custom ROMs do NOT include firmware updates. (I.E. the latest camera fixes, and updated radios for better signal and improved battery) Developers will often rip the firmware out of the OTAs or RUUs and provide them to be flashed separate and without wiping your device. These are modified (I.E unsigned). Modified, unsigned firmware can not be flashed without S-OFF. I believe To update your firmware without S-Off, you'll need to return to stock with an official RUU and get all the OTAs (if your RUU was not the latest version.) Then flash a custom recovery and your preferred custom ROM again.
Another thing S-Off gives you is the ability to flash firmwares for other regions.. for example I have a developer edition 1.32.617.30 firmware. I can only flash "617" firmwares. I cant flash 1.32.401.17 firmware because the "401" firmwares wont match my CID.. but I can with S-OFF.
Also a word about root.... There is no reason to root your phone if you will flash a custom ROM.. This makes 0 sense since you will root a ROM that you will then proceed to delete. The only reason to Root is if you plan to stick with the stock ROM, or if you want to backup some things that require root before you flash a custom ROM. Root is not required for flashing a ROM.
Will the sunshine tool,app unlock the bootlooder? Thanks
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Will the sunshine tool,app unlock the bootlooder? Thanks
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No
SunShine is our bootloader unlock/s-off tool for Motorola and HTC phones. We currently support most HTC phones, and Moto X (2013), MotoG (2013) and Droid Maxx/Mini/Ultra on Android 4.4.3 and lower. All modern HTC devices (m9 m7 m8 e8 Mini2 remix dna etc) devices are supported up to 5.0.1, as long as they are rootable.
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"as long as they are rootable" means you have to already have the bootloader unlocked Twrp installed and Rooted on the M9
So if I wanted to turn my T-Mobile HTC one m9 into a dev model I just need to unlock the bootlooder and root it.and also get s-off.Is that correct.I thought the dev model had more frequency bands for you can get service in more areas.Is this right or no? Thanks In advance!!!
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xda23 said:
So if I wanted to turn my T-Mobile HTC one m9 into a dev model I just need to unlock the bootlooder and root it.and also get s-off.Is that correct.I thought the dev model had more frequency bands for you can get service in more areas.Is this right or no? Thanks In advance!!!
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You don't need root for that. Just S-off.
You can flash the dev edition RUU, but it's not going to disable/enable any bands. That's all hardware. You also lose wifi calling.
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You don't need root for that. Just S-off.
You can flash the dev edition RUU, but it's not going to disable/enable any bands. That's all hardware. You also lose wifi calling.
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OK I never use Wi-Fi calling.so does the dev edition have more or different bands or are the band's the same as the T-Mobile version.so it Is possible to duplicate the dev edition to make my T-Mobile model the same as it. Thanks
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SO why would someone want or need to get s-off on there device?
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Having S-off means you can update the phone firmware (think: bios) without having to wait for a.carrier OTA. This ability is different than unlocking your bootloader which enables you to flash a ROM. Without these two things, the only way to update your phone is to wait for the carrier to get around to it. For example, we who also own M7s already are running LP, while the rest of the AT&T customers wait l.
One thing I would encourage you to do is to READ THE GUIDES THOROUGHLY, because your questions clearly indicate you are not familiar with the process or what you are doing, and one mistake can possibly brick your phone.
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OK I never use Wi-Fi calling.so does the dev edition have more or different bands or are the band's the same as the T-Mobile version.so it Is possible to duplicate the dev edition to make my T-Mobile model the same as it. Thanks
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Yeah, the dev edition has the exact same hardware as the ATT model. The bands are different. If you want to use the phone on Tmobile, the tmobile version will be the most optimized.
The most you can do is flash the dev edition RUU.