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[Jailbreak]Take Note Verizon - Root/Jailbreak/Recovery

Update: this will not work on the recent firmware updates.
Hey, you can't jailbreak an Android.. yeah, i know, but "Jailbreak" is a protected act under the USA DMCA Exemption of 2012 and "Unlocking" is illegal without carrier permission. There will be no misunderstandings here.
WARNING:
This is not a normal bootloader unlock. This is even higher. It's an IROM unlock. This device went from the most secure Galaxy Note 10.1 to the least secure. After performing the technique in this thread your device will allow you to flash a Justin Beiber MP3 over your bootloaders (that means a hard brick). BE VERY CAREFUL and never flash with Odin or Heimdall unless you're absolutely sure it is intended for a SCH-I925. Odin or Heimdall can easily brick your device.
Introduction
CASUAL will guide you through the process of unlocking your bootloader using exploits developed by Lee Harrison. It works on Windows, Linux, and Mac. Put your device into “Developer Mode>USB Debugging”. Click the do it button. Any problems will be addressed with updates. See the About CASUAL section below.
Overview
You are expected to be STOCK.... Stock anything, but stock. This will install a stock kernel and that may affect non-stock roms. You will need to download and execute the CASUAL application below. Make sure you're connected to the internet. Then click the Do It! button. You need Java. Do you have Java?.
Windows 32/64 Users: CASUAL will put your device into Download Mode. It will automatically flash everything. If drivers are required, jrloper's CADI (CASUAL Automated Driver installer) will handle it. Make sure you're connected to the internet.
Linux 32/64/raspberry pi Users There may be a permission escalation in order to install heimdall, either way sit back and relax. CASUAL automates the entire process.
Please run the following in a terminal first:
Mac Users: Mac works easierr than any other system at the time of this release on 32bit systems. Please report problems.
Download
Take Note Verizon CASUAL(R478b) CASUAL is used to automate the process. The exploit was developed by Elite Recognized Developer Ralekdev and packaged by AdamOutler. To run CASUAL you need Java. Do you have Java?
Note: Please don't mirror this file. Link to this thread for download. d-h.st is a fast server. If I find people mirroring old versions of CASUAL, i will throw the killswitch and their browser will bring them back here to download the new one so they end up downloading it twice, otherwise I have to support multiple versions.
Videos
Demonstration on Linux. It is roughlty the same on Windows and Mac, but if anyone wants to make a video I will put it here.
About CASUAL
CASUAL stands for Cross-platform ADB Scripting, Univeral Android Loader. CASUAL jar files are a wrapper for the CASUAL scripting language. CASUAL allows rapid and accurate deployment of hacks and exploits. CASUAL is an Open Format, meaning, you can find out as much as you need to about how it works because they're easily taken apart and modified with WinZip. CASUAL is also secure. At any time, if a serious problem is detected with any script, the kill-switch will be flipped and you will be brought to a support page (most likely here) so you can download the latest version. Otherwise for minor corrections, new CASUAL scripts can be deployed remotely.
Here's a picture of CASUAL and a Verizon GNote10.1 running Team Win Recovery
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Change Log
3May13: Initial Release
6May13: Updated Recovery to support Internal SD. -R478b

This unlock was basically identical to the second Galaxy Note 2 unlock except I had to add a few more tweaks because we're shoving a modified N8010 bootloader onto the i925.

great work guys as usual! you guys never cease to amaze me

Does this install the same TWRP version as Dees-Troy is working on in this forum? Just curious because that one is pretty rough with touch issues and it would be great to have a more functional one. I have the 8013...
Sent from my note 2

I have the U.S. Cellular i925u. Is there anyway to get this to work. I'm not interested in keeping the 4g capability. I'm ok with using WiFi only. I tried using the Casual install but it failed.

JasonGeiger said:
Does this install the same TWRP version as Dees-Troy is working on in this forum? Just curious because that one is pretty rough with touch issues and it would be great to have a more functional one. I have the 8013...
Sent from my note 2
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This was packaged from the TWRP nightly released last night.
pro_b said:
I have the U.S. Cellular i925u. Is there anyway to get this to work. I'm not interested in keeping the 4g capability. I'm ok with using WiFi only. I tried using the Casual install but it failed.
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CASUAL will let you root, but it won't install files that will damage your device. Even if it would, it's a bad idea. This is an IROM unlock, intended for Verizon devices only. IROM unlock means you can flash anything you want including files that destory your device.
You don't need this if you can flash custom kernels and ROMs. We have taken down all defenses here. If the U.S. Cellular version is locked down and you cant flash kernels/ROMs without it, I can release a new, updated version.

beanstown106 said:
great work guys as usual! you guys never cease to amaze me
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This is so awesome man. Great stuff, beans is right, you guys really never cease to amaze. Now I need jellybeans Rom on my jail broken note 10.1. Ahem..................... I think we know who I'm talking to.
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AdamOutler said:
This was packaged from the TWRP nightly released last night.
CASUAL will let you root, but it won't install files that will damage your device. Even if it would, it's a bad idea. This is an IROM unlock, intended for Verizon devices only. IROM unlock means you can flash anything you want including files that destory your device.
You don't need this if you can flash custom kernels and ROMs. We have taken down all defenses here. If the U.S. Cellular version is locked down and you cant flash kernels/ROMs without it, I can release a new, updated version.
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Thanks Sir. The U.S. Cellular version is locked down like the Verizon version as far as I can tell. Since the US Carriers decided to do the same crap with the bootloaders. I have root using framaroot but I'm unable to install a recovery or flash a kernel.

pro_b said:
Thanks Sir. The U.S. Cellular version is locked down like the Verizon version as far as I can tell. Since the US Carriers decided to do the same crap with the bootloaders. I have root using framaroot but I'm unable to install a recovery or flash a kernel.
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Hit me up on an email with the output of terminal emulator command "cat /system/build.prop"

Update: rebooted windows 8 and the install went through fine.

Adam,
So here is what I am seeing, see the pictures attached

Alright guys. I'm uploading two new packages....
The first one is the latest copy of the Take Note Verizon jailbreak. It includes a modified Recovery by Dees_Troy. Our Note 10.1's are different than the other ones.
Differences: The partition structure is totally different. The kernels are totally different. This means you will soft-brick your device by flashing anything in these forums involving a recovery or a kernel other than this one. That being said..... It may be a good idea to get a separate forum. If you are interested, please start a *NEW THREAD* in General forums listing all the i925 specific threads which could be moved.
Alright. For the second part, I'm uploading a Rooted back-to-stock which I packaged from my own device before unlocking it and flashing stuff. Here's the technique used. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2082951 . This file is large so it will be a while before it's uploaded. The files included are basically everything needed to safely get back from a custom ROM and be rooted stock again.
Files included: boot.img, hidden.img, modem.bin, param.bin, recovery.img, system.img
We don't have a way to remove the modified system status currently. There is no completely back to stock.

AdamOutler said:
Alright guys. I'm uploading two new packages....
The first one is the latest copy of the Take Note Verizon jailbreak. It includes a modified Recovery by Dees_Troy. Our Note 10.1's are different than the other ones.
Differences: The partition structure is totally different. The kernels are totally different. This means you will soft-brick your device by flashing anything in these forums involving a recovery or a kernel other than this one. That being said..... It may be a good idea to get a separate forum. If you are interested, please start a *NEW THREAD* in General forums listing all the i925 specific threads which could be moved.
Alright. For the second part, I'm uploading a Rooted back-to-stock which I packaged from my own device before unlocking it and flashing stuff. Here's the technique used. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2082951 . This file is large so it will be a while before it's uploaded. The files included are basically everything needed to safely get back from a custom ROM and be rooted stock again.
Files included: boot.img, hidden.img, modem.bin, param.bin, recovery.img, system.img
We don't have a way to remove the modified system status currently. There is no completely back to stock.
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Looking forward to trying this

So does N8010 boot loader mean N8010 ROMs or no...
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DJsCrIBbLe said:
So does N8010 boot loader mean N8010 ROMs or no...
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk 2
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no. The hardware is different. The bootloaders are similar. You need a different kernel
As a note: Never flash an N8010 bootloader. this is a SPECIAL bootloader based on the N8010 bootloader. Just pretend it has nothing to do with N8010. For all practical purposes, this is an I925 bootloader we crafted out of an N8010 because we didn't have a i925 to work with.

Ok thanks, mostly just curious as i own the N8013 but considered the verizon version or selling and getting the unlocked international.

Thanks a ton Adam! Worked perfectly.
So if I have this correctly, we will be running stock until we get a dev to start working on our variant? I would assume that the other roms wouldn't install correctly with the partitions being different correct?

*Madmoose* said:
Thanks a ton Adam! Worked perfectly.
So if I have this correctly, we will be running stock until we get a dev to start working on our variant? I would assume that the other roms wouldn't install correctly with the partitions being different correct?
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Yeah... don't flash nothin' or you will die. . We need a ROM dev.

Great work Adam, almost sent you a PM begging you to take this project on about 6 weeks ago... thanks!
But I had some problem as I ran the script, it stopped after it had rebooted and was stuck in Download Mode and asked me for my XDA username for some pastebin. The last information in that pastebin was:
Initialising connection...
Detecting device...
Claiming interface...
Setting up interface...
Checking if protocol is initialised...
Protocol is not initialised.
Initialising protocol...
ERROR: Protocol initialisation failed!
Releasing device interface...
[ERROR]
[Heimdall Error Report] Detected:
Heimdall failed to initialize protocol; Script halted
[/Heimdall Error Report]
[DEBUG]HALT RECEIVED
[DEBUG]Finishing remaining commands:$SENDLOG
[DEBUG]Sendlog Command Issued!
No remaining commands
[DEBUG]Pastebin Login Successful
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After unpluging and holding the power down for a few secs it rebooted as usually, but I dont know if it completed or not... how do I know if the bootloader got unlocked?
If you would like to see the pastebin then I'd be glad to be able to help, just let me know.
Thanks again,

Snarlster said:
Great work Adam, almost sent you a PM begging you to take this project on about 6 weeks ago... thanks!
But I had some problem as I ran the script, it stopped after it had rebooted and was stuck in Download Mode and asked me for my XDA username for some pastebin. The last information in that pastebin was:
After unpluging and holding the power down for a few secs it rebooted as usually, but I dont know if it completed or not... how do I know if the bootloader got unlocked?
If you would like to see the pastebin then I'd be glad to be able to help, just let me know.
Thanks again,
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Use a different usb cable and port on your computer. There is a problem with the communications.

Frequently Asked Questions-T-Mobile Galaxy Note 3

[SIZE=+3]Frequently Asked Questions[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+2]Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900T)[/SIZE]​
[SIZE=+1]This a short list of frequently asked questions in this device forum and the answers often given as a response. It should serve as a starting point for gathering knowledge and finding solutions to many common problems. Please only post in this thread with feedback on how to improve this document. Do not post "Thank you" type responses. If you have additional questions or require more help, try to find an existing thread or create your own.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]Q1: What is adb?[/SIZE]
Guide - What is adb and how do I use?.​
[SIZE=+1]Q2: How do I root my phone?[/SIZE]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2467369 Root using simple 30sec CF-Auto-Root (Knox 0x1)​http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2484223 Root using Root de la Vega (Knox 0x0)​
[SIZE=+1]Q3: My device is encrypted, how do I remove the encryption because I can't flash new Roms? [/SIZE]
If you do not have or have forgot your password, you can only factory reset your phone to remove encryption.​
[SIZE=+1]Q4: Will rooting affect my battery life?[/SIZE]
No simply rooting the phone should not hamper battery life.​
[SIZE=+1]Q5: What is the best ROM?[/SIZE]
There is no best ROM for all users, depends on personal needs and preferences. best to pick a few which look like they meet your needs, and try them out..​
[SIZE=+1]Q6: How do I return to stock?[/SIZE]
You can download the stock rom and return to stock using updated ODIN / http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2465764​
[SIZE=+1]Q7: Can I use my SGN3 on other networks?[/SIZE]
At this time you can request a sim unlock from T-Mobile and use on networks with a sim that have same network towers.​
[SIZE=+1]Q8: Can I flash a new recovery without rebooting my GNOTE 3?[/SIZE]
Yes. Place the recovery.img on your sdcard root. Open a terminal emulator and type "su flash_image recovery /sdcard/xxx.img". (Note: The x's are the name of the recovery as some may hold a different name. If not on the sdcard root folder, specify the folder /sdcard/xxx/xxx.img!)​
[SIZE=+1]Q9: Will rooting my device void my warranty?[/SIZE]
Yes. If you have a T-Mobile Galaxy Note 3 it will void your warranty. If you have another variation in other countries, then you will need to check your Terms Of Service with your provider.​
[SIZE=+1]Q10: How do I use the Sideload function?[/SIZE]
Install a recovery that has sideload functionality.Choose Sideload in recovery. Update the Android SDK to the newest version. Use the command " ADB Sideload (path to where the .zip you want to install is).​
[SIZE=+1]Q11: How do I get to the Developer options to enable Debug mode?[/SIZE]
On your handset, click on menu>settings> General Tab > about device. Then scroll down to Build Number and keep tapping. It will give you messages like "5 more steps until you are a developer" Then it will open the developer option. Back out and click developer options and then USB Debugging.​
[SIZE=+1]Q12: I'm having a problem rooting with Odin. What is the easiest way?[/SIZE]
If you are having issues, try updating your version of ODIN and also downloading the .tar file from an alternate source".​
[SIZE=+1]Q13: What is a "logcat" and how do I create one? [/SIZE]
For setting up ADB see What is ADB (above) logcat allows us to log what the OS is doing, and possibly offer information if things are not working. its quite simple to create but may be difficult for most to understand. This is a tool a Developer may ask for in detecting issues your device may be encountering.
To use logcat
Code:
adb shell
logcat
To logcat to a certain file do
Code:
adb shell
logcat -d > /sdcard/whatevertexfileyoulike.txt
For a full explanation follow the link in What is ADB​
[SIZE=+1]Q14: What is KNOX, and how does it affect me?[/SIZE]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2478391 This is a thread by Lawalty explaining what KNOX is.​
[SIZE=+1]Q15: I have gps issues. Why can't I lock onto GPS?[/SIZE]
Some roms have "time" issues with getting a gps lock. This is a known issue with all custom Roms.​
[SIZE=+1]Q16: How do I get the best out of my Rom?[/SIZE]
Depending on what Rom you choose. Once you go to the "THEME" sections there are many more mods for your selected rom. Always try different Roms to fit your liking.​
[SIZE=+1]Q17: Titanium Backup ask if I would like to restore my original ID Code after I flash roms, what should I do.?[/SIZE]
Do to the mass amount of custom roms, some internel phone setting get changed by default. You should always restore ID codes and native handset information when possible.​
[SIZE=+1]Q18: How loud is too loud?[/SIZE]
That realistically is up to you. Rule of thumb, if your sounds is distorted, even the least bit, then lower the settings. Distortion is a warning sign, and prolonged use can damage your hardware.​
[SIZE=+1]Q19: I have about 4gb of data missing from internal storage I cannot find. Where is it?[/SIZE]
Recovery uses a large amount of data for backups. TWRP saves by default, backups to the /sdcard/twrp or /sdcard/0/twrp directory. Make sure you delete old or unused backups.​
[SIZE=+1]Q20: I need to return my rooted phone for a replacement. Does returning to stock work?[/SIZE]
Yes. Follow the instructions on the forum for unrooting and flash the Odin stock file. If you flash an earlier version, make sure to accept updates to get your phone back to factory. Knox 0x1 will affect rather your warranty will be honored​
[SIZE=+1]Q21: What is so different about the Galaxy Note 3 that should get me to upgrade from the Note 2?[/SIZE]
Other then the hardware and screen upgrades, you can read the the 45+ Ultra-Advanced Features of the Note 3 found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2441935 Thread by Ipsuvedi​
[SIZE=+1]Q22: While restoring using Titanium Backup, I get constant FC's. How do I fix this?[/SIZE]
The TB Team is working on a fix for the SELinux links in the new system. For the time being, everytime you restore apps using TB you will need to run TB Restore Fixer found here ​
[SIZE=+1]Q23: Does restoring in recovery break my phone? I fear the "brickloops"!?[/SIZE]
Not with TWRP version 2.6.3.5 <<CLICK - problems existed with earlier versions but basic restores (boot, system, data) are now working as they should. Thanks to dwitherell for the Q&A​
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Q5 should be updated now! Lmao I kid I kid. But this should be stickied!
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Might be worth adding in some info on the initial recovery issues with restores, resolutions if you suffered them, and versions that no longer have those issues (or at least not to the same extent)

Nice FAQ.
I knew the answer to every question but one, so hey, I learned something. Namely, I had no idea that the "flash_image" util was so prevalent. I assumed it was a touchwiz-only thing, but I just checked and it's also present on my CyanogenMod 10.2 ROM as well. Doing a "flash_image recovery /sdcard/twrp_foo.img" is certainly easier than having to remember the correct partition to manually 'dd' to (though still not as easy as just using GooManager).
One other Q for the FAQ:
Q: Is it too big?
A: No.

Does it perfectly work with AT&T's network? (including LTE)
Yes!
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Guys I'm trying to figure out from what application this notification is coming up from? I have never seen it before when I had the S4 so I'm just wondering if someone knows, thanks!
Sent from my SM-N900T using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

s4sanchez said:
Guys I'm trying to figure out from what application this notification is coming up from? I have never seen it before when I had the S4 so I'm just wondering if someone knows, thanks!
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It's the annoying space-wasting notification that TouchWhiz shows when you have NFC enabled. Stock Android doesn't do that.
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zmore said:
It's the annoying space-wasting notification that TouchWhiz shows when you have NFC enabled. Stock Android doesn't do that.
Sent from my SM-N900T using Tapatalk
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Not just Touchwiz, HTC Sense and I believe Sony's software show it as well
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Hi peoples I was wondering where to get the necessary things to flash lets say a jellybean rom or a aosp based rom im to used to flashing sgs2 phone im used to fl24(aosp based) and gb27(tw based)...im kind of confused as to where everything is...I read an instruction on how to flash a particular rom through twrp or cwm it says to wipe everything then flash the rom..but im used to sgs2 instructions telling me which modem to use fl24 or gb27...help please
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Thanks

Upgrade to KitKat
Just a suggestion...Maybe you can add on the Q&A on how to upgrade from Jellybean to Kitkat especially to new ones like me and others...

kuroy301 said:
Just a suggestion...Maybe you can add on the Q&A on how to upgrade from Jellybean to Kitkat especially to new ones like me and others...
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Thread over this one.

good stuff
Thanks for this !:good::good:

What version of TWRP for TW kit kat. I rooted and tried 2.6.3.9 no luck. Flashed Philz it works. I am just a TWRP fan.
TIA

lmarranzino said:
What version of TWRP for TW kit kat. I rooted and tried 2.6.3.9 no luck. Flashed Philz it works. I am just a TWRP fan.
TIA
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2.7.0.0
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lmarranzino said:
What version of TWRP for TW kit kat. I rooted and tried 2.6.3.9 no luck. Flashed Philz it works. I am just a TWRP fan.
TIA
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http://http://goo.im/devs/OpenRecovery/hltetmo
Here is the list of recoveries that you can download using odin
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Anonymous777 said:
http://http://goo.im/devs/OpenRecovery/hltetmo
Here is the list of recoveries that you can download using odin
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This is their main paige http://teamw.in/project/twrp2/198

After Kit Kat on stock Note 3 I noticed I now have my own wi fi is unstable message that i never got before? Well not on my own Wi Fi router that is.

Limeybastard said:
After Kit Kat on stock Note 3 I noticed I now have my own wi fi is unstable message that i never got before? Well not on my own Wi Fi router that is.
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Yep, welcome to the KitKat bug club.....

hello i have a question,
ive been on att for ages and im use to safestrap so thats why im asking this question with any tmo roms to u have to flash the kernal after the rom or flash it at all.
thanks in advance

Oppo Find 7a X9006 140419 OTA

Enclosed is the latest Find 7a X9006 OTA
Build: 140419
NOTE: I am only posting this here for users to download and devs to use. I will most likely not be updating with new versions and will not be supporting this as it is OPPO's
NOTE2: You must use stock recovery in order to flash this update.
Changelog from OPPO:
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Oppo Find 7a X9006 140419 OTA, a ROM for the Oppo Find 7
Contributors
jerdog
ROM OS Version: 4.3.x Jellybean
Version Information
Status: Stable
Created 2014-04-30
Last Updated 2014-04-30

Think there's any chance of this being rebundled to work with TRWP?

seanpr123 said:
Think there's any chance of this being rebundled to work with TRWP?
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Issue is that right now TWRP looks for the device to be called "find7a" due to it actually being a Find 7a - but Oppo is shipping it as "FIND7" which is certainly to cause all sorts of issues going forward when the real find 7 comes out.
As soon as I can test it out I will be pushing a TWRP ready version of the OTA - or you can remove the ASSERT lines in the updater-script

jerdog said:
Issue is that right now TWRP looks for the device to be called "find7a" due to it actually being a Find 7a - but Oppo is shipping it as "FIND7" which is certainly to cause all sorts of issues going forward when the real find 7 comes out.
As soon as I can test it out I will be pushing a TWRP ready version of the OTA - or you can remove the ASSERT lines in the updater-script
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No need to remove the Assert lines as I just change one of the FIND7 entries to X9007 for my Find 7a phone and it installs no problems.

Hmm, I installed TWRP and SuperSU, fastbooted the stock recovery.img back and the update file fails to flash in stock recovery for me... I've verified MD5. Not sure what it could be but a TWRP flashable.zip would be very appreciated anybody?

Someone got the international rom to download ( not coloros 2 beta) , i want to flash my chinese x9007 with it?

Well, I made the update, but I noticed that the screen is turning on in my pocket. My phone has the pre-ordered cover So I guess they didn't fix it very well (10.) Except if there is a cover option to tick somewhere.

farfromovin said:
Hmm, I installed TWRP and SuperSU, fastbooted the stock recovery.img back and the update file fails to flash in stock recovery for me... I've verified MD5. Not sure what it could be but a TWRP flashable.zip would be very appreciated anybody?
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updates fails for me too after flashing stock recovery back via fastboot

OTA Update
Chevyguy85 said:
updates fails for me too after flashing stock recovery back via fastboot
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Did you make any significant changes to /system? I got the update to work with stock recovery but the only difference I had from stock was that the OS was rooted. I also uninstalled Xposed Framework before installing the update. I didn't continue using the updated ROM though because I could not get Titanium Backup restores to work. Funny, because it worked of the previous version of ColorOS 1.2. Right now I'm running the ColorOS 2.0 beta. It's less glitchy than 1.2. I still don't like ColorOS and can't wait for an alternative.
-Andy

Doc Ames said:
Did you make any significant changes to /system? I got the update to work with stock recovery but the only difference I had from stock was that the OS was rooted. I also uninstalled Xposed Framework before installing the update. I didn't continue using the updated ROM though because I could not get Titanium Backup restores to work. Funny, because it worked of the previous version of ColorOS 1.2. Right now I'm running the ColorOS 2.0 beta. It's less glitchy than 1.2. I still don't like ColorOS and can't wait for an alternative.
-Andy
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all I did was root it and flash TWRP. Then flashed stock recovery back.
Do you still get LTE with 2.0 beta? Did you get LTE before going to 2.0b?

ColorOS 2.0b
Chevyguy85 said:
all I did was root it and flash TWRP. Then flashed stock recovery back.
Do you still get LTE with 2.0 beta? Did you get LTE before going to 2.0b?
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Yeah I got LTE before and am still receiving LTE. I haven't found any glitches of note except that some apps installed to the "phone" storage don't work properly which was also the case with 1.2. Bear in mind I've only used 2.0b for a little over a day. Give 2.0b a try. It can't be much worse. Note that you'll need to either edit the .zip file as mentioned previously or use stock recovery. I used stock recovery.
-Sent from my Sega Dreamcast

Doc Ames said:
Yeah I got LTE before and am still receiving LTE. I haven't found any glitches of note except that some apps installed to the "phone" storage don't work properly which was also the case with 1.2. Bear in mind I've only used 2.0b for a little over a day. Give 2.0b a try. It can't be much worse. Note that you'll need to either edit the .zip file as mentioned previously or use stock recovery. I used stock recovery.
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Yeah I was going to edit the zipfile for the OTA update but didn't have a clue what file I was supposed to change the wording of/in. I might try it Sunday. I'm going to need a working phone tomorrow and saturday, plus I won't have the time until saturday afternoon anyway.

Because of not having a Find 7a right now and not using ColorOS i would be not able to mirror OTA updates, so nice that someone does this. If someone need the FULL package you would find it also in the forum.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2738788

I tried to flash on stock recovery and just get update failed it also does this for any other file i try to flash like the root file and such. Does anyone know how to fix this?

mr2guy18 said:
I tried to flash on stock recovery and just get update failed it also does this for any other file i try to flash like the root file and such. Does anyone know how to fix this?
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You have to install stock recovery mod.
I got it form here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/?id=4528#downloads
I tried v.3, it'swork fine for me.
I can update stock firmware with rooted.

memooffon said:
You have to install stock recovery mod.
I got it form here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/?id=4528#downloads
I tried v.3, it'swork fine for me.
I can update stock firmware with rooted.
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I have tried that and it fails and I've tried to flash twrp and the stock recovery in fastboot and they say they install but it remains the same when I go into it. I have the stock recovery now but anything I try to flash says update failed. I have been doing this stuff for a years but this has got me confused.

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I have tried that and it fails and I've tried to flash twrp and the stock recovery in fastboot and they say they install but it remains the same when I go into it. I have the stock recovery now but anything I try to flash says update failed. I have been doing this stuff for a years but this has got me confused.
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I had the same issue. I resolved it by downloading V1.2.1i and doing a Local update, after this I was able to download and install all the OTA's.

[Q]galaxy note II not getting updated from existing android version 4.1.2 on it

Hi,
I got my NOTE II in march 2013 and gave it for repair under warranty around august 2013 for battery consumption by screen was very high .I never realized that the android version was not getting updated probably from the time it came back from the samsung service centre
Now few days ago I checked my phone and realized its android version to be 4.1.2 . I tried to update it from settings>software update option but it says its the latest version .Also when I tried to update it with Kies it again said no updates available . My phone is exactly the same as I bought it and I have not done any software alterations to it .
I tried to fix the problem by reading information available online but I an unable to figure out the reason to this problem and hence the solution .
Anyone please guide me as I am not sure how to fix it .I also tried to search similar threads but couldn't find. Kindly direct me to a similar thread if one exists or please let me know where to post my question if this is the wrong place for this thread .
I am also attaching screenshots to what I think might be required .
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Anyone please guide me as I am not sure how to fix it .
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Try Sammobile and search for your latest firmware.
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singh_shraddha said:
Hi,
I got my NOTE II in march 2013 and gave it for repair under warranty around august 2013 for battery consumption by screen was very high .I never realized that the android version was not getting updated probably from the time it came back from the samsung service centre
I am also attaching screenshots to what I think might be required .
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I am not sure how fast is downloading speeds from sammobile but read this thread.The person has uploaded the stock Indian firmware to 3 different download sites so download it from any of them.It's zip file once downloaded unzip the file , you'll get a tar file, put your phone into download mode and open odin 3.09 on your PC make sure only auto reboot and reset time are checked (which are checked by default) connect your phone to pc using original samsung cable and wait for ID PORT light to turn blue.Now select AP tab on odin and browse and select the stock firmware .tar file ,click start and sit back patiently.Good luck.

singhpratik87 said:
I am not sure how fast is downloading speeds from sammobile but read this thread.The person has uploaded the stock Indian firmware to 3 different download sites so download it from any of them.It's zip file once downloaded unzip the file , you'll get a tar file, put your phone into download mode and open odin 3.09 on your PC make sure only auto reboot and reset time are checked (which are checked by default) connect your phone to pc using original samsung cable and wait for ID PORT light to turn blue.Now select AP tab on odin and browse and select the stock firmware .tar file ,click start and sit back patiently.Good luck.
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Thank you both the members for the reply.
I am downloading the firmware but I have a quick question ;Its only a firmware update but do I need to back up my phone data ??
And Is there a way to downgrade to my CURRENT VERSION OF 4.1.2 once I update ? Because I am updating it for only one problem of distorted screen when I disconnect a call. I am enclosing here the screenshot of the distorted screen problem .

singh_shraddha said:
Thank you both the members for the reply.
I am downloading the firmware but I have a quick question ;Its only a firmware update but do I need to back up my phone data ??
And Is there a way to downgrade to my CURRENT VERSION OF 4.1.2 once I update ? Because I am updating it for only one problem of distorted screen when I disconnect a call. I am enclosing here the screenshot of the distorted screen problem .
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As far as I know you don't need to back up your data when upgrading to official stock rom via odin or kies or ota (but i could be wrong, so just a safe bet to back up your calls and sms logs along with pictures if they are on phone memory) Other things you can't back up until you don't root your phone.Also once you upgrade to 4.4.2 you cannotdowngrade to 4.4.2 cause you'll be on a KNOXED bootloader which comes with 4.3 and 4.4.2 ROMS and bootloader is flashed on the motherboard of your phone so only way to "downgrade" would be replace your motherboard.You could only downgrade to 4.3 custom ROM (need to be rooted) or 4.3 Stock ROM which has to be flashed via mobile odin pro (mobile odin doesn't flash bootloader which comes in stock ROM)
Another alternative that you have if you are comfortable with rooting and want to flash custom rom you can flash any 4.3 or 4.4.2 custom rom from xda.And all you will need to after upgrading to 4.3 or 4.4 custom ROM is flashing MJ5 bootloader which is knox free which means if for whatever reasons you're not happy with 4.3 or 4.4 custom roms you can always go back to stock 4.1.2 ROM.
So you got few options so it all comes down to what you want to do with your note II and comfort level with rooting (although it's not tedious and process is much simpler now) some people just don't want to risk it.
Edit 1: After looking at your screenshot I have no idea why the dialpad moves right up, or you can reflash your stock 4.1.2 Indian ROM (got to find a link for that since it's been over 1.5 years easily so have to run a thorough search for it)
Edit 2: Take a look at this Thread Found pre rooted stock Indian version 4.1.2 same build # as your current one MG1 that is.
If I were you i'd try to first factory/reset my phone ( that would wipe everything off the internal memory along with all the apps and call logs/sms) , if that doesn't take the issue away , i'll flash that pre rooted 4.1.2 MG1 firmware from above link .Then if feel the need you should upgrade your phone to 4.3 or 4.4.2.

Well, I think I forgot to write that I am not very good with the technical details and would fit to the noob category .Googling the most basic terms used on XDA to understand what they mean is hard in a way,its like trying to find meaning of every second word you wrote in those 20 lines and then put those together to understand what I have to do .. None the less I will try to read more on what you mentioned and I think I will go ahead with your edit 2 suggestion for now .
Thanks again !!!

singh_shraddha said:
Well, I think I forgot to write that I am not very good with the technical details and would fit to the noob category .Googling the most basic terms used on XDA to understand what they mean is hard in a way,its like trying to find meaning of every second word you wrote in those 20 lines and then put those together to understand what I have to do .. None the less I will try to read more on what you mentioned and I think I will go ahead with your edit 2 suggestion for now .
Thanks again !!!
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That should work out better for you.Who knows you might develop an interest in rooting and be ROM flashaholic like many of us.Good luck.

first would drop an official firmware 4.3 from samfirmware English, French or German region install it by odin in pda, would seek the mj5 bootloader after going after what knox free upgrade if you want official since the bootloader does not usually change although it actualizes

[UNOFFICIAL][ROM] LineageOS 15.1 for Galaxy Tab E [SM-T560NU]

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Hello my fellow SM-T560NU (gtelwifiue) owning friends, I thought I'd share with you my build of LineageOS 15.1.
This build contains the July 5 2019 security patch level. Please leave a thumbs up if this is useful to you.
If you need root, flash Magisk from recovery and install Magisk Manager.
I you wish to install the Google apps, flash opengapps from recovery after first boot (you need to get the ARM version for Android 8.1 nano package is recommended).
Code:
All information and files — both in source and compiled form — are provided on an as is basis.
No guarantees or warranties are given or implied. The user assumes all risks of any damages
that may occur, including but not limited to loss of data, damages to hardware, or loss of
business profits. Please use at your own risk. Note that unless explicitly allowed by the warranty
covering your device, it should be assumed that any warranty accompanying your device will
be voided if you tamper with either the system software or the hardware.
Download link: lineage-15.1-20190707-UNOFFICIAL-gtelwifiue.zip
Source: Galaxy-MSM8916 on Github

I have one of these tablets and would love to use it but the custom rom seems to slow it down. It's Android 7. I have TWRP in it but I cannot seem to find a lighter rom to help speed things up. Any thoughts, suggestions?

upyisfar said:
Hello my fellow SM-T560NU (gtelwifiue) owning friends, I thought I'd share with you my build of LineageOS 15.1.
This build contains the April 5 2019 security patch level, and I have not encountered any issues with it so far. Please leave a thumbs up if this is useful to you. I am planning to produce more builds of this ROM in the coming months.
Download link: lineage-15.1-20190409-UNOFFICIAL-gtelwifiue.zip
Source: Galaxy-MSM8916 on Github
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Appreciate it. I hope you continue to support this tablet of mine ! I've been a fan of LineageOS for awhile !

Build 20190516
Here is a new build of that includes the May 5th 2019 Android security patch level.
lineage-15.1-20190516-UNOFFICIAL-gtelwifiue.zip

Can I install this ROM on a SM-T560 (Wi-Fi) tablet?

davideakc said:
Can I install this ROM on a SM-T560 (Wi-Fi) tablet?
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Hello, I don't know if you can. This ROM is for devices codenamed gtelwifiue. You should search the forum and find out if the SM-T560 falls under that category.

Zbanded said:
I have one of these tablets and would love to use it but the custom rom seems to slow it down. It's Android 7. I have TWRP in it but I cannot seem to find a lighter rom to help speed things up. Any thoughts, suggestions?
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Anything older than Nougat will probably suffer from multiple security vulnerabilities. Lineage 15.1 is the only ROM I found that works bug free on my tablet (14.1 has camera issues and 16.0 doesn't wake up when pushing the home button).

upyisfar said:
Anything older than Nougat will probably suffer from multiple security vulnerabilities. Lineage 15.1 is the only ROM I found that works bug free on my tablet (14.1 has camera issues and 16.0 doesn't wake up when pushing the home button).
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same boat i am in sir
terribly slow with lineage 16

Here is a new build of that includes the June 5th 2019 Android security patch level.
lineage-15.1-20190612-UNOFFICIAL-gtelwifiue.zip

upyisfar said:
Here is a new build of that includes the June 5th 2019 Android security patch level.
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What is the process after I download the file?
Just open it?
I am new to these kind of updates. Thank you for the post. Trying to get some good lock options on my 560.

tc3500 said:
What is the process after I download the file?
Just open it?
I am new to these kind of updates. Thank you for the post. Trying to get some good lock options on my 560.
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Hi @tc3500. If you have a previous build of lineage os 15.1 installed you can just flash the new zip in twrp and then reboot. If your tablet is stock, then you need to first root it and then install twrp recovery for the gtelwifiue first. The procedure for doing this is explained in another post on the forum. Please ensure that your model is SM T560NU or else this ROM might not work.

upyisfar said:
Hi @tc3500Please ensure that your model is SM T560NU or else this ROM might not work.
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I don't have Lineage and have not used TWRP.
But in will search for the thread with the information.
It has been awhile since I rooted a device. But I should be able to.
Thanks very much for your reply. I appreciate it.
.....And my model is exactly that number.
Says it's SM-T560NU. running 7.1.1, last patch 10/1/17.
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tc3500 said:
.....and my model is exactly that number.
Says it's sm-t560nu. Running 7.1.1, last patch 10/1/17.
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sm-t560nuueu1cqk2.

tc3500 said:
I don't have Lineage and have not used TWRP.
But in will search for the thread with the information.
It has been awhile since I rooted a device. But I should be able to.
Thanks very much for your reply. I appreciate it.
.....And my model is exactly that number.
Says it's SM-T560NU. running 7.1.1, last patch 10/1/17.
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From memory, I rooted my tablet by flashing CF-Auto-Root-gtelwifiue-gtelwifiue-smt560nu.zip using Odin (PDA button)on Windows. Can't remember if that gave me twrp or if I had to install it seperately. Hope this helps a bit.
Note: Enable Developer Options: go to Settings -> About device. Tap 7 times on Build number to enable Developer options. Enable OEM unlock and USB debugging options ( Settings -> Developer options )
Note: you will need to have the Samsung USB drivers installed, you can get those by installing the Samsung Kyes software.
Note: Make sure your device is in ODIN download mode (usually you can get there by holding VolDown+Home+Power when the device is turned off)
Backup of my twrp recovery in case you need it.

upyisfar said:
Note: you will need to have the Samsung USB drivers installed, you can get those by installing the Samsung Kyes software.
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I will download TWRP and the drivers to my laptop.
The other functions are done. Really awesome of you to take your time and reply.

tc3500 said:
I will download TWRP and the drivers to my laptop.
The other functions are done. Really awesome of you to take your time and reply.
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You're welcome. I hope you succeed at installing LineageOS 15.1 on your tablet. If anything goes wrong, you can download the original firmware for your device from the sammobile.com website and flash using 0din.

upyisfar said:
You're welcome. I hope you succeed at installing LineageOS 15.1 on your tablet. If anything goes wrong, you can download the original firmware for your device from the sammobile.com website and flash using 0din.
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I have all of the files downloaded to my laptop.
And that took some time. I got a Note 9 last year and I rarely even turn my PC on anymore. So there were many updates and and misc things to attend. Also it is frustratingly slow compared to my phone, haha.
I do need to get CF Root.
But my concern is that my Tab E is a Wifi model. And I am not sure how to verify if it will accept this modification.
It is definitely an SM-T560NU. Specifically an
SM-T560NUUEU1CQK2. I think it's an A3L, not a
gtlewifiue. So I am trying to figure that out. I backed up the device and don't mind trying to move forward if there is more of a chance that I can at least recover it to oem rather than brick it. Any advice on verification of model or recovery if install fails?
Only a guess or opinion, I know that there are no guarantees, lol. But it is very slow and I do need to make my best attempt to improve it.
Thanks.

tc3500 said:
I have all of the files downloaded to my laptop.
And that took some time. I got a Note 9 last year and I rarely even turn my PC on anymore. So there were many updates and and misc things to attend. Also it is frustratingly slow compared to my phone, haha.
I do need to get CF Root.
But my concern is that my Tab E is a Wifi model. And I am not sure how to verify if it will accept this modification.
It is definitely an SM-T560NU. Specifically an
SM-T560NUUEU1CQK2. I think it's an A3L, not a
gtlewifiue. So I am trying to figure that out. I backed up the device and don't mind trying to move forward if there is more of a chance that I can at least recover it to oem rather than brick it. Any advice on verification of model or recovery if install fails?
Only a guess or opinion, I know that there are no guarantees, lol. But it is very slow and I do need to make my best attempt to improve it.
Thanks.
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From what I gather the letters and digits that follow SM-T560NU describe the carrier or the country of origin but I could be wrong.
I can't advise you to try or not to try flashing this ROM but there is near certainty that you can restore your original firmware from this site using the Odin method if anything goes wrong as I've mentioned in my previous post. If what you're after is speed you could even flash an older firmware (lollipop or marshmallow) and disable auto-update but you'd be left exposed to multiple android security vulnerabilities that aren't present in this updated ROM.

upyisfar said:
From what I gather the letters and digits that follow SM-T560NU describe the carrier or the country of origin but I could be wrong.
I can't advise you to try or not to try flashing this ROM but there is near certainty that you can restore your original firmware from this site using the Odin method if anything goes wrong as I've mentioned in my previous post. If what you're after is speed you could even flash an older firmware (lollipop or marshmallow) and disable auto-update but you'd be left exposed to multiple android security vulnerabilities that aren't present in this updated ROM.
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I keep the tablet pretty clean. It's an 'extra' device.
Don't really store anything on it. Use if for the web and take it on the boat or guests can use it. I will gl with 15.1 and see what happens. Thanks so much.
I did get the Firmware downloaded, that site is SLOW if you're cheap like me, haha. Hope your day is a good one.

upyisfar said:
From what I gather the letters and digits that follow SM-T560NU describe the carrier or the country of origin but I could be wrong.
I can't advise you to try or not to try flashing this ROM but there is near certainty that you can restore your original firmware from this site using the Odin method if anything goes wrong as I've mentioned in my previous post. If what you're after is speed you could even flash an older firmware (lollipop or marshmallow) and disable auto-update but you'd be left exposed to multiple android security vulnerabilities that aren't present in this updated ROM.
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Does this look correct?
Is it the 0:[com5] that let's it know to flash the tablet and not my laptop? Lol......
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@upyisfar....
Did I need to install Lineage or TWRP to the tablet before rooting?
I used the cf-auto root file from the XDA Thread on rooting the sm-t569nu.
......here.... https://consumingtech.com/how-to-root-the-samsung-galaxy-tab-a-9-7/

tc3500 said:
Does this look correct?
Is it the 0:[com5] that let's it know to flash the tablet and not my laptop? Lol......
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@upyisfar....
Did I need to install Lineage or TWRP to the tablet before rooting?
I used the cf-auto root file from the XDA Thread on rooting the sm-t569nu.
......here.... https://consumingtech.com/how-to-root-the-samsung-galaxy-tab-a-9-7/
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When I did mine almost a year ago, I rooted first, then I flashed the TWRP img from an app such as rashr or flashify (might have to install the SuperSU app first to get the permission dialogs). Then rebooted into recovery and flashed lineage from there. But now I'm wondering if you might be able to flash TWRP directly from Odin without needing to root first. I wish someone with a fresh experience could chime in here.
Anyhow here's a video I came across that might be helpful to you:
Samsung Galaxy Tab E 9.6 Root & Install TWRP Recovery 100% Working
And yes the SamMobile site is painfully slow but it is a lifesaver if you brick your device. Once you have obtained the firmware, it is really easy to recover your device with Odin.