So I appear to have lost root after futzing around with a new kernel (xceed). I have not been able to figure out how to re-root, however. I'm on the latest 4.4.3 OTA and am S-OFF via javacard (and have verified that i'm still unlocked).
Here's what I've tried so far
Flashed two different kernels in TWRP (EliteLunar and Kangaroo)
Flashed several variants of SuperSU and Superuser zips
What else is there to try? Should I go back to CWM and flash SuperSU/Superuser from there? Am so lost
cesium said:
So I appear to have lost root after futzing around with a new kernel (xceed). I have not been able to figure out how to re-root, however. I'm on the latest 4.4.3 OTA and am S-OFF via javacard (and have verified that i'm still unlocked).
Here's what I've tried so far
Flashed two different kernels in TWRP (EliteLunar and Kangaroo)
Flashed several variants of SuperSU and Superuser zips
What else is there to try? Should I go back to CWM and flash SuperSU/Superuser from there? Am so lost
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you should have made a nandroid when you first rooted.
if so wipe and restore it.
if not.. flash a stock-like ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-htc-one/development
many to choose from, including mine.
Would reflashing a custom ROM do the trick? Such a strange occurrence, haven't had any issue with root in the 1.5yrs I've had the One
EDIT: flashed BoneStock and root is back
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I rooted my EVO and installed custom ROMs until around the fourth OTA which said it removed rooting or something (didn't read everything, saw unroot and I was happy with the current version). However, it's been a long time and my phone has slown down plus there's Android updates. I don't remember what my rooting method was (it was the very first method when the phone came out), but do I have to 1) undo the original root and/or 2) use the newest root method for the latest superuser ROMs? I have root access, a bootloader, custom recovery...several tools already, but I don't now if they're updated for user the latest superuser ROMs or tools. Thank you.
jdh012400 said:
I rooted my EVO and installed custom ROMs until around the fourth OTA which said it removed rooting or something (didn't read everything, saw unroot and I was happy with the current version). However, it's been a long time and my phone has slown down plus there's Android updates. I don't remember what my rooting method was (it was the very first method when the phone came out), but do I have to 1) undo the original root and/or 2) use the newest root method for the latest superuser ROMs? I have root access, a bootloader, custom recovery...several tools already, but I don't now if they're updated for user the latest superuser ROMs or tools. Thank you.
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As long as your s-off your fine all you have to do is flash a Rom. Make sure you make a backup and wipe everything except sd card. No need to unroot then reroot.
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If you're s-off, just update your recovery (Amon Ra 2.3 has been the most stable for me) and flash a new rom. You may want to go ahead and update your radios and whatnot before flashing the rom. Remember to not pull the battery after the radio flashes.
The rom will have updated superuser etc as long as it's a recent rom.
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ok, I see several ways to apply the 4.0.4 update. Which one is the best and which one will make sure I have the stock 4.0.4 update? I understand that I may lose root and CWM, that is fine and and I can redo all of that. I just want to make sure I am on stock and that root will work and CWM as well.
Thanks
When you update you will lose root. I believe there is an app out there along the lines of "root keeper" for keeping root. clockwork on the other hand I'm not sure about that but you may be able to get it back through ROM manager or re-flashing but don't quote me.
Sent from my GNex running gummy v0.7.0
Thru "fastboot flash recovery" flashing temporary cwm in order to flash update file and then SU.zip to keep root
There is a ROM out there that can be flashed over any ROM using CWM. I flashed it today and near as I can tell its stock.
Flash this ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1481613
Make sure you're running the new radios too.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1481095
I reverted to the 4.0.2 radios (had been running the 4.0.3 radios), then use the link above. Everything, and I mean everything, is better/faster/smoother.
Good luck & have fun.
Previously, I asked something similar when the JSS15R was released. I was told that when OTA is installed, it overwrites the custom recovery with the stock one and that we can flash the custom recovery later. But why does everybody seems to be going back to stock version.
Also, if I go back to stock recovery will the root work?
littleromeo said:
Previously, I asked something similar when the JSS15R was released. I was told that when OTA is installed, it overwrites the custom recovery with the stock one and that we can flash the custom recovery later. But why does everybody seems to be going back to stock version.
Also, if I go back to stock recovery will the root work?
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Flashing back to stock recovery will insure a successful installation. Usually if you're on a custom recovery it'll go through the process of installing then fail towards the end. You can always flash back to custom recovery after you confirm the installation has gone through.
littleromeo said:
Previously, I asked something similar when the JSS15R was released. I was told that when OTA is installed, it overwrites the custom recovery with the stock one and that we can flash the custom recovery later. But why does everybody seems to be going back to stock version.
Also, if I go back to stock recovery will the root work?
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Traditionally stock recovery is what OTAs work with and what the manufacturer tests with so you are assured everything will work.
That being said, on a platform by platform basis, it is possible the custom recoveries will flash the OTAs fine.
From past OTA updates, people have found custom recovery successfully flashes the OTA for the Nexus 7 2013.
You can flash back to stock or use TWRP/CWM. Either will work (I've tested on WiFi/Flo but I believe folks on LTE/Deb have said the same)
Thanks. flashed the ota with latest twrp along with super su. Everything works fine.
I dropped Illusion and went full unrooted stock for the OTA to 4.3, which was not as awesome as I hoped it would be. So back to root and a custom rom!! Rooted MK4 with ease using kingoroot, used SuperSU to drop KNOX. I think after these steps is where my issues begin. Use goomanager to install twrp, and finally use billard412's wicked awesome "Back to UNROOTED Stock with Auto Flash Count Reset" to get back to MC2 in order to flash a custom rom. I have gotten stuck in a boot loop twice doing this and resolved both with the awesome forums here! The problem was both ROM's i went to (Dirty Unicorns and Smasher X) worked awesomely except for no mobile service on either.
So do I need to go back to MC2 in order to flash a custom ROM or can I go straight from rooted / custom recovery MK4 into a custom ROM. Or is there another flaw in my mechanics? I have seen a bunch of comments on using CWM instead of TWRP, is that my issue? Does CWM work in a similar fashion as TWRP? (I have only ever used TWRP) Thanks for any assistance, and fingers crossed there is not an unseen by me thread on this exact issue!
xysterztia said:
I dropped Illusion and went full unrooted stock for the OTA to 4.3, which was not as awesome as I hoped it would be. So back to root and a custom rom!! Rooted MK4 with ease using kingoroot, used SuperSU to drop KNOX. I think after these steps is where my issues begin. Use goomanager to install twrp, and finally use billard412's wicked awesome "Back to UNROOTED Stock with Auto Flash Count Reset" to get back to MC2 in order to flash a custom rom. I have gotten stuck in a boot loop twice doing this and resolved both with the awesome forums here! The problem was both ROM's i went to (Dirty Unicorns and Smasher X) worked awesomely except for no mobile service on either.
So do I need to go back to MC2 in order to flash a custom ROM or can I go straight from rooted / custom recovery MK4 into a custom ROM. Or is there another flaw in my mechanics? I have seen a bunch of comments on using CWM instead of TWRP, is that my issue? Does CWM work in a similar fashion as TWRP? (I have only ever used TWRP) Thanks for any assistance, and fingers crossed there is not an unseen by me thread on this exact issue!
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Hey I think I am having a similar issue. I had to root back to stock MC2, take my phone to Sprint, have them reset it. Now I am on MK4 4.3 unrooted. When I tried to root, I got a Samsung message saying that there was an unauthorized app (SU) trying to run and prompted me to update Samsung security policy. What can I do to be rooted again so I can install custom ROMs again. Thanks!
cashdude1971 said:
Hey I think I am having a similar issue. I had to root back to stock MC2, take my phone to Sprint, have them reset it. Now I am on MK4 4.3 unrooted. When I tried to root, I got a Samsung message saying that there was an unauthorized app (SU) trying to run and prompted me to update Samsung security policy. What can I do to be rooted again so I can install custom ROMs again. Thanks!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2539227 <-- install SuperSU from play store and then google search Kingo Root, dl kingo root, run kingo root, enable USB debugging, connect, and follow on screen instructions!
Also that unauthorizing app is KNOX and big thanks should go to lorjay589 for posting work around. Also you should read his thread and understand all dangers and voidednous that now potentially comes with rooting.
That was the problem! I wish I would have tried before posting! My issue was either using TWRP or downgrading to MC2, I just tried again using CWM and root on MK4. Dirty Unicorns loaded perfectly and data is running!
Thanks for the tip, that helped me out also
Hi,
My phone somehow managed to update itself to 4.3 even though I've been denying it for several weeks in attempts to get around to using Rumrunner. But now I'm stuck on 4.3 without root, and that caused a couple things to break from when I previously had root (some items are perma-frozen and I cannot "unroot" to access GOOD).
Is there any way to fix this currently since I am S-Off? Like can I go back to 4.2.2 since I'm S-Off?
Fastboot flash twrp or cwm, unless its already installed and accessable. Then flash the superuser zip thru recovery. That will give you root back.
cmlusco said:
Fastboot flash twrp or cwm, unless its already installed and accessable. Then flash the superuser zip thru recovery. That will give you root back.
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I'll give that a shot, thank you!
Works great thanks. I see 4.4 is now trying to be pushed. Can I repeat this process if I try to take the OTA or will it fail because of CWM?
It will fail unless you are complete stock. You can and should remain s-off. To take the ota, you would have to ruu and then take the ota(s). Once updated, you just fastboot flash recovery and then flash su thru recovery. Then you will have stock rooted KK.
cmlusco said:
It will fail unless you are complete stock. You can and should remain s-off. To take the ota, you would have to ruu and then take the ota(s). Once updated, you just fastboot flash recovery and then flash su thru recovery. Then you will have stock rooted KK.
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OK thanks, that makes sense to me. I guess I'll just wait for a stock rooted ROM or something, as that seems like it'll be less hassle. Much thanks.
Here you go
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2485319