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[GUIDE][FAQ]Guide and FAQ for Everything OTA (Over-the-air Updates)

The purpose of this thread is hopefully to stop all the new threads being created because of the two very recent updates (MA6+MB1).
Frequently Asked Questions about OTAs
Question 1: Will I lose root if I update?
Answer 1: Yes, if the update goes through at all. See FAQ #3 and the [GUIDE] for more details.
Question 2: How do I update to XXX if I am rooted? Do I need to unroot and go back to stock?
Answer 2: No, this is a common misconception. There is absolutely NO need to unroot, or even to use apps that feature an "OTA survival mode". What you CAN do is head over to freeza's thread and flash the "firmware/modem/baseband" update zip in recovery, and then either wait for the dev of your ROM to update his base to the latest and greatest--most devs will do this one or two days after an update is released--or flash freeza's simple stock rooted rom (from the link above) of the latest update. You could also flag the stock rooted rom and then your preferred custom rom. This way you get the benefits of the latest update, but the features of your preferred rom.
Question 3: How do I get rid of the update notification?
Answer 2: Now, galaxys3man already beat me to the punch on this one, so I will quote his post as this is the only surefire way to get rid of the update notification, but there are a couple alternatives that may or may not work, should you decide to try them, see the [GUIDE] in the second post.
Question 4: I updated to XXX and now I can't find the PRL Write feature? Help!
Ok, so first head over to digiblur's PRL Write Enabler thread and download the one for your version and then just sideload the app. This feature has been disabled for whatever reason on builds ≥ MA4.
Remember: Root is lost, Root is lost, Root is lost, when you take the official update!
GUIDE: Disable the Update Notification
Surefire #1
This method requires editing the build.prop. For a comprehensive guide on how to do this, please head over to galaxys3man30s {Guide} How to edit build props for noobs.
Open your /system/build.prop file and change all instances of MB1 to MD4.
Inside /system/build.prop
ro.build.id=JZO54K.L710VPBMB1
ro.build.version.incremental=L710VPBMB1
ro.build.description=d2spr-user 4.1.2 JZO54 L710VPBMB1 release-keys
ro.build.fingerprint=samsung/d2spr/d2spr:4.1.2/JZO54K/L710VPBMB1:user/release-keys
ro.build.PDA=L710VPBMB1
ro.build.hidden_ver=L710VPBMB1
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NOTE: Its not necessary to change ro.build.id if you don't want to, it will only change what you see under "About Phone" in Settings.
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Surefire #2 (thanks to @rocket321! )
Download the app from this thread
Using a root explorer, move the app downloaded above to /system/app and set the permissions to rw-r--r-- or 644.
Reboot into recovery, wipe cache and dalvik and all will be good.
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Ok, as I said, the above are the only SUREFIRE way to get rid of it, but there are three other methods if you are willing to take the risk.
Alternative 1: Download the update (on a stock rom) and allow to fail when it tries to flash in recovery. There have been mixed reports as to the success of this method, some have had the update flash even while on a custom rom and custom recovery, while others couldn't get it to go through even on pure stock-rooted! The point is, even people with the exact same setup had different results, so try this one at your own risk.
Alternative 2: Disable the items in /system related to the update
I quote:
lordazoroth said:
Solution:
Step 1. Delete the update located in /cache/fota/ and then click the update notification prompt to install it, it will instantly fail and the notification will disappear.
Step 2. Disable Otacerts.zip located in /etc/security by renaming it to otacerts.zip.bak
Step 3. Disable FotaClient.apk and FWUpgrade.apk by renaming with .bak extensions located in /system/app/
Step 4. Reboot
FWUpgrade.apk may be the only file you need to disable to prevent future notifications, but I disable all just in case.
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Alternative 3: Freeze the Software Update app with a program like TitaniumBackup
1. Open the app
2. Scroll to the "All Apps" list, or similar
3. Select the app by either long-pressing on it or selecting its checkbox
4. Freeze it using the menu that either pops up, or is floating at the top or at the bottom
5. Profit
So those are all the ways I know of, but remember the golden rule: ALWAYS make a Nandroid (aka backup) of your current setup!
And, of course, be careful with whatever you decide to do!!
Disclaimer:
I take NO responsibility for your actions, but I would be glad to help if anything goes wrong.
To the S3 community: I appreciate, and welcome, any suggestions as to what I can add to this FAQ/Guide

Mine

Mine #2 :cyclops:

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Nice work
And 1st for iSaint!

Nice job, bud. put a link to here in my FAQ

flastnoles11 said:
Nice job, bud. put a link to here in my FAQ
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Awesome, thanks :good:

against ilearhe
Okay, I know I am probably asking a dumb question, my S3 from Sprint has 4.1.1 and I rooted the clockworkmod way that it showed on this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1743780 and in the video. Basically I used Odin and then used the clockworkmod file. I am not sure but from what I read this is a clockworkmod recovery? But all I did was a basic root and everything looks as always (same as sprint no custom rom etc) I just wanted to root for the tethering. Now I just received an update and it keeps popping up as a system update (I am not sure if its to 4.1.2 or 4.2 but, If I run it, will it crash my phone, do I need to temp unroot? or unroot and then update? Is there a step by step on how to update to to the latest without brick after or is it safe to just upgrade... If anyone has any links on this forum that answers this?
(used Odin and clockwork mod to root...just to use free tethering.)

acostaae90 said:
Okay, I know I am probably asking a dumb question, my S3 from Sprint has 4.1.1 and I rooted the clockworkmod way that it showed on this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1743780 and in the video. Basically I used Odin and then used the clockworkmod file. I am not sure but from what I read this is a clockworkmod recovery? But all I did was a basic root and everything looks as always (same as sprint no custom rom etc) I just wanted to root for the tethering. Now I just received an update and it keeps popping up as a system update (I am not sure if its to 4.1.2 or 4.2 but, If I run it, will it crash my phone, do I need to temp unroot? or unroot and then update? Is there a step by step on how to update to to the latest without brick after or is it safe to just upgrade... If anyone has any links on this forum that answers this?
(used Odin and clockwork mod to root...just to use free tethering.)
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Some have reported that you can use cwm (clockworkmod) to update, but if you have modified Amy sheen fumes or apps, it won't go through. If you want to update the easiest way is to just look for and flash the stock rooted Rom by freeza... you could also unroot, upgrade and reroot, but that's unnecessary... if you do choose to go that route, check the link in my Sig and you can find directions and all files for going back to stock
SPRINT GS3 FAQ

flastnoles11 said:
Some have reported that you can use cwm (clockworkmod) to update, but if you have modified Amy sheen fumes or apps, it won't go through. If you want to update the easiest way is to just look for and flash the stock rooted Rom by freeza... you could also unroot, upgrade and reroot, but that's unnecessary... if you do choose to go that route, check the link in my Sig and you can find directions and all files for going back to stock
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
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Thanks for your prompt response! All I did was root my device and I do not think I have modified any apps (idk what you mean by sheen fumes) All I did was root so that I could use the WIFI Tether App. What do you recommend?

acostaae90 said:
Thanks for your prompt response! All I did was root my device and I do not think I have modified any apps (idk what you mean by sheen fumes) All I did was root so that I could use the WIFI Tether App. What do you recommend?
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Lol, auto correct fail... supposed to say system apps... I recommend making a backup in cwm and trying to accept the update, if it fails (don't worry just reboot) download freeza stock rooted Rom and flash that... (you can find that Rom in my FAQ, link in my Sig, under mb1 stock rooted, it's in post number 2)
SPRINT GS3 FAQ

flastnoles11 said:
Lol, auto correct fail... supposed to say system apps... I recommend making a backup in cwm and trying to accept the update, if it fails (don't worry just reboot) download freeza stock rooted Rom and flash that... (you can find that Rom in my FAQ, link in my Sig, under mb1 stock rooted, it's in post number 2)
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
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Okay sounds good, how would I make a backup of my clockwork of recovery...? Thanks so much and excuse my noob level..I am good with computers but just getting into phone and don't wanna brick haha

acostaae90 said:
Okay sounds good, how would I make a backup of my clockwork of recovery...? Thanks so much and excuse my noob level..I am good with computers but just getting into phone and don't wanna brick haha
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Your not going to make a back up our your recovery, you'll make a backup of your Rom... boot into cwm and you'll see the backup option in there bud..
SPRINT GS3 FAQ

flastnoles11 said:
Your not going to make a back up our your recovery, you'll make a backup of your Rom... boot into cwm and you'll see the backup option in there bud..
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
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Okay now I understand, how to I boot into clockwork ...i turned it off and did the volume down menu button and power button but it didn't take me to clockwork...or is it another app I have to download or a different key combination I have to press?

acostaae90 said:
Okay now I understand, how to I boot into clockwork ...i turned it off and did the volume down menu button and power button but it didn't take me to clockwork...or is it another app I have to download or a different key combination I have to press?
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I believe it's volume up to take you to recovery. Hold it until you see the dancing logo and then release, could take a couple tries to get the timing right... Anyways good luck bud, bed time for me, if you have trouble post here and I, cnexus, or someone else will see it and help you out
SPRINT GS3 FAQ

against ceplops
flastnoles11 said:
I believe it's volume up to take you to recovery. Hold it until you see the dancing logo and then release, could take a couple tries to get the timing right... Anyways good luck bud, bed time for me, if you have trouble post here and I, cnexus, or someone else will see it and help you out
SPRINT GS3 FAQ
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I just realized it was volume up haha my bad...sorry for all the questions. Thanks for the help!!!!

acostaae90 said:
I just realized it was volume up haha my bad...sorry for all the questions. Thanks for the help!!!!
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Not a problem bro, that's what I'm heart for man... didn't get the rc title for ignoring people really though,I find pleasure in helping people, makes me feel good!
SPRINT GS3 FAQ

Guys, sorry for not replying to this, been flashing roms all day yesterday lol
But as always, flastnoles11 is helping out

Nice write up CNexus :thumbup:
TEAM MiK
MikROMs Since 3/13/11

prboy1969 said:
Nice write up CNexus :thumbup:
TEAM MiK
MikROMs Since 3/13/11
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Thanks kind sir :thumbup:

Nice write up! Thanks!!
Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk 2

New OTA update 11/24

Hi,
I got a new update today.
No, it is not android L
It said VoLTE improvement and updated stability.
Full firmware is available in sammobile: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/confirm/39231/N900TUVUENK3_N900TTMBENK3_TMB.zip/
If you already updated over OTA to NK3 and want to root without tripping Knox - Use Odin desktop to flash the kernels. It goes in the bootloader section in Odin.
1) Flash the NE6 kernel from here (http://www.mediafire.com/download/q7ri06fz1762zy3/N900TUVUDNE6_KERNEL.tar.md5)
2) Use Towelroot - get it from www.towelroot.com
3) Flash the NK3 kernel back (http://www.mediafire.com/download/t52121ld63gen6r/nk3_kernel.tar.md5)
This is what I did to get root with knox 0x0.

For some reason, I am unable to open the file. is it always like that? Or did it not download properly?
UPDATE: It flashes correctly - it is just a CSC update.
But: flash at your own risk. I am neither responsible nor probably knowledgeable enough to help you if you brick your phone.
I'll do my best though

I wouldn't be surprised if T-Mobile didn't document a newly locked bootoader and the ability to block rooting while disguising this as just a VoLTE update.
Edit: The download is corrupt on my end too.

Anonymously_Unknown said:
I wouldn't be surprised if T-Mobile didn't document a newly locked bootoader and the ability to block rooting while disguising this as just a VoLTE update.
Edit: The download is corrupt on my end too.
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Took the plunge. Copied it to the cache folder, selected survival mode in SuperSU and updated.
It is just a CSC and Multi-CSC update. Updated successfully, root intact, Knox still 0x0.
It says cant open from PC and phone file explorers. But while updating, it says footer failed (or something like that) for system, kernel etc.
But for CSC and MULTI-CSC, it says successfully updated.
Steps to update: (I am not responsible for anything that happens)
1) SuperSU -> Settings -> Survival Mode (Not sure if necessary, since it only updates the CSC. I did it for safety)
2) Copy file to device (I copied in original cache/FOTA location)
3) Reboot to recovery (stock)
4) Apply OTA update from cache
5) Select the correct file in the cache/FOTA (or wherever you copied) folder
6) After it completes update, press any key to go back to recovery menu -> restart
7) Verify and enjoy.

CravingMender9 said:
Took the plunge. Copied it to the cache folder, selected survival mode in SuperSU and updated.
It is just a CSC and Multi-CSC update. Updated successfully, root intact, Knox still 0x0.
It says cant open from PC and phone file explorers. But while updating, it says footer failed (or something like that) for system, kernel etc.
But for CSC and MULTI-CSC, it says successfully updated.
Steps to update: (I am not responsible for anything that happens)
1) SuperSU -> Settings -> Survival Mode (Not sure if necessary, since it only updates the CSC. I did it for safety)
2) Copy file to device (I copied in original cache/FOTA location)
3) Reboot to recovery (stock)
4) Apply OTA update from cache
5) Select the correct file in the cache/FOTA (or wherever you copied) folder
6) After it completes update, press any key to go back to recovery menu -> restart
7) Verify and enjoy.
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Interesting - any difference in About Device screen in Settings? Perhaps share a screenshot? Just curious

dwitherell said:
Interesting - any difference in About Device screen in Settings? Perhaps share a screenshot? Just curious
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Don't see any difference. VoLTE was working fine anyways.

new update
I just updated too and mine shows the last numbers now of my version as NK3? I have looked to find anything about this update but havent had any success. The latest update i can find any information on is NF9. I do not really see any significant changes to anything UI wise at least but i did just finish the update bout 15 mins ago.

stlstyles said:
I just updated too and mine shows the last numbers now of my version as NK3? I have looked to find anything about this update but havent had any success. The latest update i can find any information on is NF9. I do not really see any significant changes to anything UI wise at least but i did just finish the update bout 15 mins ago.
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Yep, that sounds right then.
Not much info, but a little is found here anyway.

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dwitherell said:
Yep, that sounds right then.
Not much info, but a little is found here anyway.
Thanks bud, i was looking for confirmation that this was a legit build version or if i messed some stuff up. This was the first time i have done an update. I rooted it first hour i had it and havent done any updates because i didnt want to mess with it. I went from NB4 to this NK3. I was expecting to end up on NF9 and was pretty surprised seeing NK3 after it was finished. lol Then googled it and found nothing out there referring to this version, so i was a bit confused.
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dwitherell said:
Yep, that sounds right then.
Not much info, but a little is found here anyway.
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This is weird. I did the update and it is still NF9.
The funny thing is, the update page on TMobile says that T-Mobile Free Inflight Texting has been added as a new feature. I already had that. I have used it multiple times in flight.

Sammobile has it now. Looks more than just a csc.
Sent from my leanKernel 3.12 powered stock 4.4.2 (NF9) SM-N900T

toastido said:
Sammobile has it now. Looks more than just a csc.
Sent from my leanKernel 3.12 powered stock 4.4.2 (NF9) SM-N900T
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correct.
Full firmware is available in sammobile: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/confirm/39231/N900TUVUENK3_N900TTMBENK3_TMB.zip/
I think I got a corrupt OTA. I had to recover using KIES, lost root.
Re-rooted again:
1) Flashed the NE6 kernel from here (http://www.mediafire.com/download/q7ri06fz1762zy3/N900TUVUDNE6_KERNEL.tar.md5)
2) Used Towelroot from www.towelroot.com
3) Flashed the NK3 kernel back (http://www.mediafire.com/download/t52121ld63gen6r/nk3_kernel.tar.md5)
This is what I did to get root with knox 0x0. Also updated OP. I only created the kernel for this, since that is all I needed and was in a hurry.
Can you do the remaining files for anyone else who wants it? As you always do an excellent job on that

CravingMender9 said:
correct.
Full firmware is available in sammobile: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/confirm/39231/N900TUVUENK3_N900TTMBENK3_TMB.zip/
I think I got a corrupt OTA. I had to recover using KIES, lost root.
Re-rooted again:
1) Flashed the NE6 kernel from here (http://www.mediafire.com/download/q7ri06fz1762zy3/N900TUVUDNE6_KERNEL.tar.md5)
2) Used Towelroot from www.towelroot.com
3) Flashed the NK3 kernel back (http://www.mediafire.com/download/t52121ld63gen6r/nk3_kernel.tar.md5)
This is what I did to get root with knox 0x0. Also updated OP. I only created the kernel for this, since that is all I needed and was in a hurry.
Can you do the remaining files for anyone else who wants it? As you always do an excellent job on that
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Yeah it's downloading. I'll have the parts up either later tonight or tomorrow. [emoji6]
Sent from my leanKernel 3.12 powered stock 4.4.2 (NF9) SM-N900T

New baseband available?

davwman said:
New baseband available?
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Here:
http://www.mediafire.com/download/qqng1iw2pzfijhu/modem.bin

can someone provide new OTA File only ?

CravingMender9 said:
Here:
http://www.mediafire.com/download/qqng1iw2pzfijhu/modem.bin
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Did it have a new NON-HLOS.BIN too? Was getting ready to make a new odin file and saw that file in there from previous update.

NMonster69 said:
Did it have a new NON-HLOS.BIN too? Was getting ready to make a new odin file and saw that file in there from previous update.
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Here: http://www.mediafire.com/download/7e8elhtsyakbvtz/NON-HLOS.bin

CravingMender9 said:
Here: http://www.mediafire.com/download/7e8elhtsyakbvtz/NON-HLOS.bin
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Can non-hlos.bin be flashed in mobile Odin?

CravingMender9 said:
Here: http://www.mediafire.com/download/7e8elhtsyakbvtz/NON-HLOS.bin
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I made an odin file using your two files. If anyone wants it let me know.

[Q] [IMPORTANT] Is there any way I can root htc one m8 Lolipop 5.0?

Someone if you know and tested it, can I root my htc one m8 device having the new firmware updated 5.0.1 lolipop??
Please anwser and if there is a way please send a link
THANKS A LOTTT!!

It's exactly the same as before.
Look for how do I root here,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711073
You unlock bootloader. Flash a custom recovery... I suggest twrp. It will ask you when you exit if you want to root. Say yes.
Boot into android, install supersu if it or superuser aren't there already. (from play store)
Or just flash recovery . Install a rom , likely rooted already.
?

Darth said:
It's exactly the same as before.
Look for how do I root here,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711073
You unlock bootloader. Flash a custom recovery... I suggest twrp. It will ask you when you exit if you want to root. Say yes.
Boot into android, install supersu if it or superuser aren't there already. (from play store)
Or just flash recovery . Install a room, likely rooted already.
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thanks for that but when I did it in my phone it says su binary out of date! what can I do now?

Can you explain everything you did, beginning to end. And exactly when/where you get that message?

I had already TWRP in my phone so I download your files. Opened the recovery and I did from there (install). When it finished rebooted the device and after that when i did a root check it said root access not properly install or sometihing

Koukosftw said:
I had already TWRP in my phone so I download your files. Opened the recovery and I did from there (install). When it finished rebooted the device and after that when i did a root check it said root access not properly install or sometihing
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Open the SuperSU app, and it will prompt you to install the binaries. Select yes, of course.

i did that too nothing happened :/

xunholyx said:
Open the SuperSU app, and it will prompt you to install the binaries. Select yes, of course.
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This ^^^^
If it asks to update with a "normal" and "twrp/cwm" option... Try normal first. The other option if that doesn't work.

Darth said:
This ^^^^
If it asks to update with a "normal" and "twrp/cwm" option... Try normal first. The other option if that doesn't work.
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I tried the normal it didnt work, how I do the second, I pressed it but nothing happened!

I don't think you have twrp installed anymore, or not properly. You've flashed it with fastboot, since updating to lollipop? How did you update to lollipop?

Normal, I never had root before. Upgraded my phone to 5.0 and then i tried to root it

Rooted fine here with normal method. Just had to update super su.

OK, can you please walk us through exactly what steps to Root you took. From the beginning. And we'll see what happened.
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i havent been able to find the option to disable fast boot so i havent even tried yet but if anyone has let me know

chinkyarmour said:
i havent been able to find the option to disable fast boot so i havent even tried yet but if anyone has let me know
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Settings > Power > Fast boot

xunholyx said:
Settings > Power > Fast boot
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its not in lollipop
but i did it just now and rooted anyway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuHFcGvUjwA
followed this method again no problem

chinkyarmour said:
its not in lollipop
but i did it just now and rooted anyway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuHFcGvUjwA
followed this method again no problem
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They must have taken the option out. It didn't boot any faster for me anyways. Not since 4.4.2

chinkyarmour said:
its not in lollipop
but i did it just now and rooted anyway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuHFcGvUjwA
followed this method again no problem
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SO GUYS, ITS ME THAT I CREATED THIS THREAD! PROBLEM SOLVED. I ALREADY HAD TWRP AND DOWNLOADED THE Update-supersu file from the above youtube video (links) and I did it with recovery mode. I DONT KNOW BUT THE PREVIOUS supersu I installed couldnt update the su binary. This one did it. PROBLEM SOLVED AND I ROOTED MY 5.0.1 LOLIPOP DEVICE.
THANKS GUYS FOR EVERYTHING REALLY HELPFUL!!!

ROOT for Droid Razr M XT907- 183.46.15

All credits goes to Hydrogen and serg_gangubas from 4pda.ru community.
All you have to do, is download package, run the bat file and follow the instructions.
New updated version: fixed minor bugs, now should everything work.
Source: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B3_Ur7BD0bFZdmlMNEdxM0ltN2M/edit?usp=docslist_api
1. Enable Developer Settings;
2. In Developer Settings, enable "Allow Mock Locations" and "Usb Debugging";
3. Unarchive root.zip;
4. Start install_root.bat;
5. Follow Instructions;
6. After text "please open towelroot" go into launcher and open "towelroot" app, do what need then press any button to continue
then follow instructions;
P.S. After all process, if there will be no SuperSU application in you'r device, please install supersu.apk from: "\root\Hydrogen PEROXIDE\files".
Enjoy!
Drivers: https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/88481

Perhaps even more important than achieving root is whether the BL can be unlocked afterwards - so can it? Has anyone attempted?
Sent from Google Nexus 4 @ CM12
[WARNING: XDA Premium 4.0.13+ lacks Signature function - do not update]

They cannot root my droid razr m 182.46.15 only installed superSu now how to update the binary
I think it works only with kernal before 29 july 2014

hrrhacker said:
They cannot root my droid razr m 182.46.15 only installed superSu now how to update the binary
I think it works only with kernal before 29 july 2014
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you are wrong.
so.
enable dev settings and mock location + usb debugging in it.
unarchive .zip somewhere
start install_root.bat
follow instructions
after text "please open towelroot" go into launcher and open towelroot app, do what need then press any button to continue
then follow instructions
zip will be updated next few days, but it definitely works even now.

i got the root access and the Motopocalypse is also getting superuser permission but it can not unlock the bootloader can you please tell me why ????

This script only root the phone, bootloader is still locked.

shah321 said:
i got the root access and the Motopocalypse is also getting superuser permission but it can not unlock the bootloader can you please tell me why ????
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For now, be careful with unlocking bootloader. There is a good chance to get a brick your phone (already have a case of getting a brick using Motopocalypse).
Work on unlocking boot are conducted on 183.46.15, be patient

Ortli or kkruglov can you please post a screenshot showing your system version? There has been some testing of this on another forum and it didn't work.
Shmaks how did you manage to brick with Motopocalypse? Either it works or it doesn't.
I'm sorry, but this whole thread smacks of BS. First clue? This exploit still uses Towel Root, which has long been proven not to work on .15.
Sent from my HTC6525LVW using Tapatalk

RikRong said:
This exploit still uses Towel Root, which has long been proven not to work on .15.
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Version of Motorola update doesn't matter, because we are dealing with kernel. Towelroot doesn't work on fresh kernels, but it does on old ones. Exploit simply has to interchange them artfully, then return back as they were. Look at the picture:
P.S. New, more convenient version of main script was published by one of exploit authors, so I think OP will be updated soon with new link. And yes, it works. No doubt!
UPDATE: exploit layout, more detailed.
Here's what I got about script's algorithm at 4pda.ru community discussion, in general:
1) Script crashes moto_crypto.
2) Factory recovery gets replaced by May 1 kernel.
3) Reboot to recovery, but there is kernel instead - it gets booted, and we got vulnerable to Towelroot system under May 1 kernel.
4) We do root job, then quit.
5) Factory recovery returned back.
6) Script starts moto_crypto.
7) Normal system start, as if nothing happened.
W/o moto_crypto crash trick the kernel isn't stable + has no rw rights. Also there are few lines changed in giefroot's *.sh + custom install script. What exactly changed, and what for - I don't know, being not dev )

How is it possible to change the kernel with a locked boot loader? Has anyone actually got this to work? One person tried and it didn't work.
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When I try to download, Google Drive shows an error, then finally downloads a .bin file .... Then of course cannot be used.....
And when I try to download from the other posted link.... I get 404 (file not found).......

I tried 3 times, no root, same kernel
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I tried 3 times, no root, same kernel
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They have to be doing this on an unlocked phone. Then, why would they even be using an exploit?
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1. Enable Developer Settings;
2. In Developer Settings, enable "Allow Mock Locations" and "Usb Debugging";
3. Unarchive root.zip;
4. Start install_root.bat;
5. Follow Instructions;
6. After text "please open towelroot" go into launcher and open "towelroot" app, do what need then press any button to continue
then follow instructions;
P.S. After all process, if there will be no SuperSU application in you'r device, please install supersu.apk from: "\root\Hydrogen PEROXIDE\files".
Enjoy!
Download: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3_Ur7BD0bFZLWlEQzdiVnJXc1U/view?usp=sharing

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How is it possible to change the kernel with a locked boot loader?
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You would name me a Cap, but - via exploit )
I can't translate all that was written at 4pda, where exploit has appeared, but here is in general. HydrogenXS: "The method, I would name it Hydrogen peroxide, is based on giefroot utility. Thanks to zxz0O0 for his hard work, and also to all authors of applications that use giefroot developments."
Has anyone actually got this to work?
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Yep. Their names are HydrogenXS and serg_gangubas, both are from Ukraine

rooted
I confirm root getted! Want add - all operations need to do on clear stock 183.46.15 (no wipe, only fresh RSDLite flashing)

I can't get root access when opened towel root my phone is not supported yet what's wrong with kernal that's the screenshot..

hrrhacker said:
I can't get root access when opened towel root my phone is not supported yet what's wrong with kernal that's the screenshot..
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Try again several times.

Can someone - who ran this program and it worked - pull this log and post it here, please.
Code:
adb shell "cat /data/local/tmp/giefrootlog"

ATTACK said:
Can someone - who ran this program - pull this log and post it here, please.
Code:
adb shell "cat /data/local/tmp/giefrootlog"
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you mean someone who ran this, and it worked, right?
because you can't get adb shell # without some kind of root access?
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McCormick88 said:
I confirm root getted! Want add - all operations need to do on clear stock 183.46.15 (no wipe, only fresh RSDLite flashing)
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which FXZ file
VZW_XT907_4.4.2-KDA20.62-15.1_1FF.xml.zip or VZW_XT907_4.4.2-KDA20.62-15.1_CFC_1FF.xml.zip or other
what kernel version did you have?

Discontinued [Rom][SM-G955U/U1/W][Combination_FA70_G955USGU5ARH8_V5_BL][Rooted+Safestrap][SamFail]

This Rooted Combination Firmware that can be used for various reasons that include changing carrier codes, entering service menus and various secret dialer codes. The firmware is rooted and also has Safestrap recovery installed. This is not meant to be used as an everyday rom this is only intended to achieve root or use combo firmware tools with added feature of root. This is for V5 Bootloader devices
Directions If Coming From Stock Unrooted/Rooted Phone
COMBINATION_FA70_G955USQU5ARH8_SAMFAIL_ROOTED_V5.7z
This may wipe your phone
Unzip the above zips
If already on safestrap do step 1 then reboot to safestrap and skip to step 7
Reboot phone to download mode
Use the Odin3_v3.13 provide above
1. In odin select BL_COMBINATION_FA70_G955USQU5ARH8_PART_1_AND_3.tar.md5 and load in BL slot of odin do not change the options make sure Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time are checked Click Start
2. Phone will automatically reboot as soon as phone powers off hold buttons to reboot back to download
3. In odin make sure to click reset button then in AP slot in odin choose AP_SAFESTRAP_RESCUE_SYSTEM_IMAGE.tar.md5 make sure Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time are checked Click Start
4. When don flashing it will say fail in odin and phone will reboot. Reboot phone to download. If phone reboots to upload mode force it to reboot too download mode
5. In odin make sure to click reset button then in BL slot in odin choose BL_COMBINATION_FA70_G955USQU5ARH8_PART_1_AND_3.tar.md5 make sure Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time are checked Click Start
6. When done flashing phone will reboot too safestrap if it doesnt force reboot to recovery and wipe data
7. When booted to safestrap copy COMBO_SYSTEM.img to phone
8. In safestrap choose install select install image and choose COMBO_SYSTEM.img and flash to system
9. When done if you have not wiped data then choose wipe in safestrap then advanced wipe and select to wipe data. Wipe and reboot

Mine

bootloop
erase data cache
bootloop

deadedge7 said:
hi
flash bl back bootloader flash ap fail back bootloader flash bl
sure Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time are checked Click Start all step
Erase data and cache blocked screen startup
Return recovery erase data and cache also blocked
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I have no clue what you are saying. Please try to explain again
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deadedge7 said:
bootloop
erase data cache
bootloop
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I am uploading new stuff with different directions that will fix problems
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nice thank you:good:

How to use it to change carrier. I do not want safestrap. Also will it trip knox?

AhmedKhan123 said:
How to use it to change carrier. I do not want safestrap. Also will it trip knox?
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There are lots of forums how to do this. The firmware is rooted which even makes it easier. It does not trip knox and if you are smart you will use that safestrap you dont want and use it to make an efs backup before changing carrier

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There are lots of forums how to do this. The firmware is rooted which even makes it easier. It does not trip knox and if you are smart you will use that safestrap you dont want and use it to make an efs backup before changing carrier
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I know there are forums and I've even tried them, but none of them permanently changes phone's own csc. I was asking about changing original csc i.e from SPR/SPR/SPR to TMB/TMB/TMB. Please help me out in this regard. Also, tell me how to go back from safestrap to stock original. It is the only reason I'm not installing safestrap as i don't know how to go back to stock firmware with stock recovery.
Thanks in advance.

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I know there are forums and I've even tried them, but none of them permanently changes phone's own csc. I was asking about changing original csc i.e from SPR/SPR/SPR to TMB/TMB/TMB. Please help me out in this regard. Also, tell me how to go back from safestrap to stock original. It is the only reason I'm not installing safestrap as i don't know how to go back to stock firmware with stock recovery.
Thanks in advance.
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Well If you have a sprint sim it will change it to sprint the csc stuff is set by what sim you have you could manipulate this on earlier versions of nougat but not now. It is possible to use TMO csc on sprint but you would have to run a safetrap system so you can modify the csc features .xml If you want to go back to stock firmware you simply flash it. Safetrap does not replace the stock recovery. You can still boot to stock recovery with safetrap installed

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Well If you have a sprint sim it will change it to sprint the csc stuff is set by what sim you have you could manipulate this on earlier versions of nougat but not now. It is possible to use TMO csc on sprint but you would have to run a safetrap system so you can modify the csc features .xml If you want to go back to stock firmware you simply flash it. Safetrap does not replace the stock recovery. You can still boot to stock recovery with safetrap installed
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Thanks for the quick response. Now if I've to restore full stock firmware to sale my phone, i just have to flash the stock firmware right? Also, using safestrap, can i perform the modifications to system files which require root?

AhmedKhan123 said:
Thanks for the quick response. Now if I've to restore full stock firmware to sale my phone, i just have to flash the stock firmware right? Also, using safestrap, can i perform the modifications to system files which require root?
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Yes and yes
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Yes and yes
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Thanks for guiding
Edit: Can I use safestrap to Flash Magisk and have root on Snapdragon? If that can happen, it would be a great deal!

AhmedKhan123 said:
Thanks for guiding
Edit: Can I use safestrap to Flash Magisk and have root on Snapdragon? If that can happen, it would be a great deal!
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Magisk does not work on locked bootloader
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If I understand correctly... this will allow root, not trip Knox and not give the 80% battery issue. Is this correct?

533y4 said:
If I understand correctly... this will allow root, not trip Knox and not give the 80% battery issue. Is this correct?
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Root uses combo bootloaders so yes it is limited to 80% battery. If you choose to use pie or oreo you will have safestrap recovery but no root and there will be no battery restrictions
This combo firmware is not meant to be used as everyday firmware. Its only a tool to do certain functions that are not possible on regular firmware
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Root uses combo bootloaders so yes it is limited to 80% battery. If you choose to use pie or oreo you will have safestrap recovery but no root and there will be no battery restrictions
This combo firmware is not meant to be used as everyday firmware. Its only a tool to do certain functions that are not possible on regular firmware
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So if I am on Oreo, is there a way to root Oreo on V5 bootloader?
I am mainly looking to use my S8+ as a audio/gaming device, as I use my Note 9 for my everday device. I am usually pretty good with the rooting thing (many years of doing) but this is the first time I`d be using safestrap and not to sure about how this works.
Thank you for your patience.

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Root uses combo bootloaders so yes it is limited to 80% battery. If you choose to use pie or oreo you will have safestrap recovery but no root and there will be no battery restrictions
This combo firmware is not meant to be used as everyday firmware. Its only a tool to do certain functions that are not possible on regular firmware
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533y4 said:
So if I am on Oreo, is there a way to root Oreo on V5 bootloader?
I am mainly looking to use my S8+ as a audio/gaming device, as I use my Note 9 for my everday device. I am usually pretty good with the rooting thing (many years of doing) but this is the first time I`d be using safestrap and not to sure about how this works.
Thank you for your patience.
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Notice the big letters

I seen that. I suppose I should've been more specific. I understand safe strap only. If I flash ChainFires SuperSu zip, could root be obtained?
Is obtaining root on Oreo at all possible, basically is what I'm asking.

533y4 said:
I seen that. I suppose I should've been more specific. I understand safe strap only. If I flash ChainFires SuperSu zip, could root be obtained?
Is obtaining root on Oreo at all possible, basically is what I'm asking.
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No it currently is not possible
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