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It seems there is a lot of questions regarding the EVO, root and more--so in an effort to clean up redundancy, I'll make an attempt to answer many questions in this thread. I'll touch on a number of important points initially, then you can fire away with questions which I'll (do my best) to answer.
If you have a question, you should read this thread before asking, as it may very well be answered here. If you don't see it, ask away!
Is the EVO GSM-compatible? Can I use it with Verizon?
Short answer: No. The EVO is CDMA-only, and does not contain a SIM card slot. You can try to get Verizon to accept the EVO on their network, but doing so will require you to first convince a representative to do so, which has been virtually unheard of (Sprint and Verizon, despite using the same CDMA technology, maintain HEX ID white lists for phones, and if your phone doesn't match, they can't activate it in their system.)
If you're on Verizon, I'd advise you to consider the Incredible, or wait for the Shadow.
What is 'Root'?
Root access (in linux/unix terms) is the equivalent of being an Administrator in Windows. Without being 'Root', or 'Administrator', what you can and cannot do is severely hampered. You are essentially using a 'Guest' account, with 'Guest' priveledges. This means that whatever HTC/Sprint/Etc. has deemed appropriate for 'Guest' users is all you have access to.
So why do I (or we) want Root access?
Having Root access means we can do whatever we please to our phones. As I said above, this gives us Administrator rights to add, delete, or do as we please to our devices. Without Root, you are forced to do (and use) whatever software Sprint/HTC want you to use.
Can you give us some examples?
Yes. With Root, you can flash a build of Android that someone else has created and/or customized. You can update/reskin your device as you please, add or remove software at your liking, and tether free of Sprint's surcharge. Additionally, without Root, you'll have to wait for Sprint and HTC to release updates for the EVO (which could be months..) with Root, you can load a build as the developers produce it.
Froyo will most certainly arrive (in time), but what about Gingerbread (2.3)? Whatever comes after (2.4)? There is no guarantee that Sprint and HTC will support the EVO that far out. The developers who have this phone, however, most certainly will.
I'm going to have my EVO for at least two years, and I plan on migrating and updating my device to the latest version of Android regardless of what other customers/users who do not have Root access are able to do.
...But there's a risk in getting Root, right?
Yes, there's a risk of bricking your phone, and however minimal that risk is, it needs to be stated. Your best friend is knowledge, so read carefully, read again, and follow directions. You're already here on XDA, you'll be just fine.
I'm concerned that the developer's builds of Android Eclair 2.1 and/or Froyo aren't fully functional, or we won't have the same functionality after Rooting.
Patience. Functionality is dependent on having a Kernel that supports all the technology on the device; an OS to run with that Kernel that supports all of the technology on the device, and the device itself. We have the device and the Kernel, we're just waiting on an official AOSP Froyo release.
If that doesn't make sense, consider this: HTC heavily modified Eclair to support technology like tethering, 4G, front and rear cameras, HDMI, etc. They had to modify it manually because support for it wasn't available in Eclair, but it IS available in Froyo.
In time, everything on the EVO will be fully functional in Froyo.
Where's Froyo?
Google will make Froyo available on AOSP when prepared to do so. Until then, the latest release of Android is Eclair 2.1r1. Again, Eclair doesn't support everything the EVO has to offer, so until Froyo is available, some items may not come to fruition in the developer community (4G access, tethering, etc. as examples.)
Wait a minute, can't I run Froyo from an SDK build?
Yes, you can--but an SDK (Software Development Kit) build is essentially OS files torn from the emulator in the SDK. This may or may not contain all of Froyo's end-result code, and may not be completely indicative of what a final release of Froyo will be like. It IS very useful for testing and tinkering, and isn't necessarily even a bad build to use on a day-to-day basis, as long as you understand it's limitations. When you're reading threads about functionality for a Froyo SDK build for the EVO, now you'll hopefully have a better idea as to why that functionality is limited right now.
I hate Sense UI! What can I do? Can we remove it? Can we replace the modified applications?
You can disable Sense, but you can't remove it (unless you're Root and can replace the OS entirely, that is.) Sense is deeply integrated into the core of Android in the release HTC and Sprint provide, so much so that certain applications (People, Messages, Internet) cannot be "undone" short of (again) replacing the ROM. You can disable the widgets, and replace the launcher (ADW Launcher is a solid alternative), but at the end of the day, Sense is so tightly coupled with the EVO stock ROM that you can't completely remove/replace or restore the original Android system files.
This is another good argument for wanting Root access.
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Nice work.
is there a good tutorial somewhere on how to root in Ubuntu...this is my first droid phone, coming over from winMo
dahray02 said:
is there a good tutorial somewhere on how to root in Ubuntu...this is my first droid phone, coming over from winMo
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do a search for adb ubuntu
the sdk for ubuntu is at google's android site.
First, thanks for taking the time to post a good compilation for some beginners like myself.
This is my first android phone, however I have been following the progression of the OS for some time.
As you stated above,
"With Root, you can flash a build of Android that someone else has created and/or customized."
I have seen on other forums, such as the hero forums, that there are several different choices for custom roms. I tried to see what the main "features" were but they seemed a little too technical for me at this point.
What are the main differences between different custom roms in terms of how they function or what they do differently, aside from OS versions?
Also, I do see that certain roms indicate they have the Sense UI turned off or tuned down. For someone who has only used stock roms which have sense already on, what does a reduced/disabled version of sense look like?
Thanks again!
I read that the Sprint OTA update that fixes the SD card issue breaks the first exploit for root, but that the Unrevoked exploit can still root even if the OTA exploit has been applied. Since I'm having SD card issues, I wanted to go ahead and accept the OTA update I initially declined. I tried the option to check for a firmware update, and it says there are none for me. I also tried the HTC software update, and it says I was already up to date. Does this mean the update got applied somehow already? Is there a way I can tell? Am I doing the wrong thing to try to force the update? My phone says "Firmware version 2.1-update1". But I'm still having SD card issues.
I'm also wondering if this thing can be unrooted, in case I need Sprint to handle it.
Thanks Shidell...much needed!!!
I am interested in a future update to froyo 2.2 w/ its new features, removing a few stock sprint apks and mainly, replacing the painful htc sense with AOSP. I much prefer the new AOSP launcher and 3d app drawer. UNTIL THEN, i would probably just like to remove some apks and add in some that may not be allowed from sprint (google nav? usb tether? etc) and maybe disable sense (like above).
What do you recommend? Toast Root, unrevoked sticky apk? Should i wait to root altogether?? Do i need to avoid future OTA's etc? or would rooting now be the way to go to protect future root options?? i just don't know what to do!
Thanks for your thread! Can't wait to utilize the evo in all its glory!! My vogue just couldn't cut it anymore.
Can we get this stickied? It's great info to refer to for all people (new or just new to android)
RN-Dude said:
I read that the Sprint OTA update that fixes the SD card issue breaks the first exploit for root, but that the Unrevoked exploit can still root even if the OTA exploit has been applied. Since I'm having SD card issues, I wanted to go ahead and accept the OTA update I initially declined. I tried the option to check for a firmware update, and it says there are none for me. I also tried the HTC software update, and it says I was already up to date. Does this mean the update got applied somehow already? Is there a way I can tell? Am I doing the wrong thing to try to force the update? My phone says "Firmware version 2.1-update1". But I'm still having SD card issues.
I'm also wondering if this thing can be unrooted, in case I need Sprint to handle it.
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If you want to "unroot":
http://geekfor.me/evo/ruu/evo_ruu_1326511/
This is an exe that just flashes the phone back to the way it was when it was shipped (you'll lose all your data on the device, but your SD card should be untouched).
Also, to check for the update, you want to look under the Menu>Settings>About Phone>Software Info>Software Number
The OTA changed the last digit from a .1 to a .6.
Hope that helps!
sticky???
agreed, sticky please???? that would be great
MichaelWestin said:
First, thanks for taking the time to post a good compilation for some beginners like myself.
This is my first android phone, however I have been following the progression of the OS for some time.
As you stated above,
"With Root, you can flash a build of Android that someone else has created and/or customized."
I have seen on other forums, such as the hero forums, that there are several different choices for custom roms. I tried to see what the main "features" were but they seemed a little too technical for me at this point.
What are the main differences between different custom roms in terms of how they function or what they do differently, aside from OS versions?
Also, I do see that certain roms indicate they have the Sense UI turned off or tuned down. For someone who has only used stock roms which have sense already on, what does a reduced/disabled version of sense look like?
Thanks again!
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In regard to rooting and ROM customization, one primary difference (always) is that you have root access, so that's something to keep in mind. From there, the differences usually include what version of Android you're using (Cupcake, Donut, Eclair, Froyo, etc.) and then what software packages are included.
"Sense UI", for example, is HTC's skin for the Android OS. "MotoBlur" is Motorola's skin, and Samsung has their own variant, as do others. This is a lot like customizing Windows; it'd be like changing the background, the system sounds, and the way Windows appear/look. Skinning is akin to theming. Attached is a picture example.
Note that different skins/themes sometimes include more than just visuals; Sense UI, for example, replaces the default MMS and Contacts applications with HTC's variants, as well as replacing the default system keyboard application. How much is customized is up to the manufacturer.
adeyo said:
I am interested in a future update to froyo 2.2 w/ its new features, removing a few stock sprint apks and mainly, replacing the painful htc sense with AOSP. I much prefer the new AOSP launcher and 3d app drawer. UNTIL THEN, i would probably just like to remove some apks and add in some that may not be allowed from sprint (google nav? usb tether? etc) and maybe disable sense (like above).
What do you recommend? Toast Root, unrevoked sticky apk? Should i wait to root altogether?? Do i need to avoid future OTA's etc? or would rooting now be the way to go to protect future root options?? i just don't know what to do!
Thanks for your thread! Can't wait to utilize the evo in all its glory!! My vogue just couldn't cut it anymore.
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I'd suggest using Toast's method. The process is straightforward, and will allow you to achieve root access. From there, you can flash the ROM of your choice--be it Toast's Fr0y0 build, or an alternative ROM from another member. Toast also links to a Stock-ROM that's been modified for root access. This will give you the same experience as your phone was default, but with root access. This also means that you can uninstall certain applications, like Sprint TV, should you desire to do so.
However, you'll still be stuck using other Sense UI applications, like contacts and MMS, which I don't really care for. It's just life right now.
Froyo should (hypothetically) be made available soon, and then everyone with any iota of knowledge is going to be working frantically to build a full, feature-complete ROM with everything working (and then some), including tethering, HDMI out, full GPS/Wifi/Bluetooth/4G support, etc.
My recommendation? Root now using Toast's method, be wary (and read about) any updates before you perform them, and experiment with a few ROMs before Froyo is made available. Prep yourself now for Froyo and it'll be smooth sailing once it's available.
Nice thread
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flipzmode?
Shidell said:
Toast also links to a Stock-ROM that's been modified for root access. This will give you the same experience as your phone was default, but with root access. This also means that you can uninstall certain applications, like Sprint TV, should you desire to do so...
However, you'll still be stuck using other Sense UI applications, like contacts and MMS, which I don't really care for. It's just life right now...
My recommendation? Root now using Toast's method...
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1. So "toasts link stock rom", is that flipzmode's rom you are referring to? And that will give me the same exact experience as i have now, except for with root so if i want to modify SenseUI or some sprint apks i can? (i don't want anything to be removed or changed already, i just want to protect root for future when froyo comes out for our device with everything working).
2. and what does it mean when toast says: "you will need to wipe data and dalvic cache before flashing this." How do i do this?
Thanks!!
nand unlocking?
What is the significance of the nand unlocking? if we can already root, what extra does this allow us to do?
Hope this the right place to post - please let me know if not.
I have the Sprint G3. I rooted (being a first time rooter at that time) within a few weeks of getting the phone. Frankly, I don't recall how I rooted it, but I think it was using Stump'd. In any case, root went fine, installed, SU, and been using some of the Framework apps like tweaksbox.
Okay, here's what I need some help with:
I think I need to unroot the phone, return it to factory stock, and then reroot before flashing a ROM to it. Is that correct?
I've seen a couple of threads here with instructions, but I don't follow/understand much of the terminology. Hence, is this page good to use to help me - http://lgg3root.com/lg-g3-root/how-t...nbrick-lg-g3/?
Secondly, once returned to factory srock ROM, will I have to OTA update to the most current version for Sprint before rerooting? I think I've read that the current stock ROM is not yet rootable?
Third, I really want to flash a ROM because I think it will result in a lighter weight ROM to conserve battery power and because I really want to theme the phone beyond what I can do now rotted with icon packs and tweaksbox. Is the CM ROM lighter weight and will I realize better battery performance?
Lastly, I'm hesitant to install a custom ROM because I'm afraid of losing phone, data, sms, gps services. I think this after reading the custome ROM threads and see complaints regarding users not having services available or connectivity issues. Is this a legit concern or am I overthinking this?
Thanks in advance for your suggestions, tips, and feedback.
JMak00 said:
Hope this the right place to post - please let me know if not.
I have the Sprint G3. I rooted (being a first time rooter at that time) within a few weeks of getting the phone. Frankly, I don't recall how I rooted it, but I think it was using Stump'd. In any case, root went fine, installed, SU, and been using some of the Framework apps like tweaksbox.
Okay, here's what I need some help with:
I think I need to unroot the phone, return it to factory stock, and then reroot before flashing a ROM to it. Is that correct?
I've seen a couple of threads here with instructions, but I don't follow/understand much of the terminology. Hence, is this page good to use to help me - http://lgg3root.com/lg-g3-root/how-t...nbrick-lg-g3/?
Secondly, once returned to factory srock ROM, will I have to OTA update to the most current version for Sprint before rerooting? I think I've read that the current stock ROM is not yet rootable?
Third, I really want to flash a ROM because I think it will result in a lighter weight ROM to conserve battery power and because I really want to theme the phone beyond what I can do now rotted with icon packs and tweaksbox. Is the CM ROM lighter weight and will I realize better battery performance?
Lastly, I'm hesitant to install a custom ROM because I'm afraid of losing phone, data, sms, gps services. I think this after reading the custome ROM threads and see complaints regarding users not having services available or connectivity issues. Is this a legit concern or am I overthinking this?
Thanks in advance for your suggestions, tips, and feedback.
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First lets start with returning to Stock ROM. No, no you definitely do not need to return to stock factory ROM to flash a new one. Since you already are rooted all you need is a TWRP recovery.
To flash TWRP recovery to your device (Sprint G3) use this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-lg-g3/orig-development/bump-unlock-lg-g3-twrp-sprint-t2900588
It's very easy for a begginer to achive this. If you don't want to use adb, fell free to download flashify and flash the downloaded TWRP image from thread above with it.
It's even easier with flashify.
Yes CM ROM is lighter, closer to stock android, not the LG one. If you really want better battery experience you should also look up different kernels, different governors, more adavanced stuff, nothing too much.
You don't need to be scared of flashing ROMs. It's a very basic task these days.
Losing data, calling ability or other thing is very unlikely. Of course mistakes happen so be careful. First thing to do before flashing anything on your device after instaling your TWRP recovery is to do a backup.
ALWAYS DO A BACKUP OF ALL IMPORTANT PARTITIONS ON YOUR DEVICE.
To get your custom ROMs, including CM look up these:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-lg-g3/orig-development
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/development
Also be careful to flash things made only for your device (Sprint LG G3).
Very helpful and thanks.
To show off my noobness... Do custom ROMs have customer kernels or do I install a customer kernel as well as a custom ROM?
Yes, they do come with custom kernels.
But you could change kernel for some other one if you wish for.
I personally use Blisspop 3.7 on my LG G3 D855 with kernel that came with it 777 by 777jon.
Thanks, now to twrp, flash new rom and install cm 12 theme. Fingers crossed I dont go ham and brick the device.
Hi!
My Z1C is rooted, has dualrecovery and is running a stock 4.4.2 (14.3.a.0.757)
I also have a lot of customizations via XPosed.
What would be the easiest way to upgrade to a Lollipop version? Someone suggested I can just upgrade and use towelroot afterwards to regain root, but I could not find any verification of that.
Is it safer to flash a pre-rooted zip and if so can anyone point to a decent source?
Also, will XPosed Framework still be functional on Lollipop? I hear there are so many headachy changes to the security layout that I am not sure of that, but right now I'Äd feel safer with a version that has Stagefright fixed...
Let me know what you think!
Thanks
Walter_White said:
Hi!
My Z1C is rooted, has dualrecovery and is running a stock 4.4.2 (14.3.a.0.757)
I also have a lot of customizations via XPosed.
What would be the easiest way to upgrade to a Lollipop version? Someone suggested I can just upgrade and use towelroot afterwards to regain root, but I could not find any verification of that.
Is it safer to flash a pre-rooted zip and if so can anyone point to a decent source?
Also, will XPosed Framework still be functional on Lollipop? I hear there are so many headachy changes to the security layout that I am not sure of that, but right now I'Äd feel safer with a version that has Stagefright fixed...
Let me know what you think!
Thanks
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AFAIK, there is currently no 'one click' root for 5.1. There is a thread about a Kingroot-to-Supersu method that I can verify works for 5.0.2. You can root 5.1, but either by fastboot, (requiring unlocked bl), or downgrade method, (which you're already on step 1 with KK). There seems to be varied reports about PRFs, but I'm sure you can find a good one by now. I think the main question is if you're hoping to save app data, Xposed settings, etc., to restore afterwards. If so, I would say it's very iffy. You could try Titanium or something, but I wouldn't be surprised if you get some glitches.
As far as Xposed, it works great on 5.0 or 5.1, and there's new developments coming steadily.
Search Z1c 'general', and 'android development' forums for downloads, etc.
Forgot to mention, BL is unlocked with dualrecovery.
Thanks for your advice so far. Root procedure for 5.1 with unlocked BL is already outlined in a thread here?
And yeah, I agree, trying to save app data / settings is bordering on impossible now, I fear TiBackup has outlived its usefulness when it comes to ROM migration. Spent half of today getting my Z1C apps to Z5C and still not nearly half done.
Damn gremlins.
Walter_White said:
Forgot to mention, BL is unlocked with dualrecovery.
Thanks for your advice so far. Root procedure for 5.1 with unlocked BL is already outlined in a thread here?
And yeah, I agree, trying to save app data / settings is bordering on impossible now, I fear TiBackup has outlived its usefulness when it comes to ROM migration. Spent half of today getting my Z1C apps to Z5C and still not nearly half done.
Damn gremlins.
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To root with unlocked bl, flash stock ROM w/ Flashtool, then flash this with fastboot -http://forum.xda-developers.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact/general/ub-root-init-d-support-recovery-busybox-t3202799 - done. Then you can install Xposed, custom kernel, etc..
Thanks!
Will try this as soon as I managed to migrate my stuff fully to my new Z5C. Migration without TiBackup is a real PITA
Just making sure, when using your route "flash any stock and then follow up with the mentioned file" it means I can jump straigfht from 4.4.2 into the 5 era? Or Do I have to go to 5 for some compatibility reasons. I recall there was something like this sometime back when there was a major new version.
As far my planned procedure for tmw is:
TWRP backup
CWM backup
TiBackup
copying required stuff to the computer
then flash http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...al/stock-14-6-0-368-ce1-dualrecovery-t3216740 as this seems to be the most recent version including updates of the recoveries, pre-rooting already combined. This saves me the step from bone stock to pre-rooted stock as I would have to make in your suggestion.
Also, I want to as well try to use the DRM Feature Fix Mod (http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/xperia-z1-z2-z3-series-devices-drm-t2930672), so I will flash the LP version of that one afterwards.
This should work, or am I missing anything significant? I can very well toss the data, the Z5C is now my main phone,, the Z1C has been given a 2nd life with a new backplate and battery I just put in so I'd hate to brick it.
Please confirm that I have a general idea of what I am doing lol... Using flashtool etc. is known to me but selecting the right ROMs remains a mystery unless you follow XDA daily...
Much appreciated
Walter_White said:
Just making sure, when using your route "flash any stock and then follow up with the mentioned file" it means I can jump straigfht from 4.4.2 into the 5 era? Or Do I have to go to 5 for some compatibility reasons. I recall there was something like this sometime back when there was a major new version.
As far my planned procedure for tmw is:
TWRP backup
CWM backup
TiBackup
copying required stuff to the computer
then flash http://forum.xda-developers.com/son...al/stock-14-6-0-368-ce1-dualrecovery-t3216740 as this seems to be the most recent version including updates of the recoveries, pre-rooting already combined. This saves me the step from bone stock to pre-rooted stock as I would have to make in your suggestion.
Also, I want to as well try to use the DRM Feature Fix Mod (http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/xperia-z1-z2-z3-series-devices-drm-t2930672), so I will flash the LP version of that one afterwards.
This should work, or am I missing anything significant? I can very well toss the data, the Z5C is now my main phone,, the Z1C has been given a 2nd life with a new backplate and battery I just put in so I'd hate to brick it.
Please confirm that I have a general idea of what I am doing lol... Using flashtool etc. is known to me but selecting the right ROMs remains a mystery unless you follow XDA daily...
Much appreciated
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Sorry, not sure if you were responding to me... As far as backing up and restoring data, I can't say for sure what's best, going from kk to lp. If you're going from stock to stock, probably built-in Google backup would do the trick. 3rd party stuff is chancy when switching versions in my experience, but Titanium might do OK. I don't think you can backup any kk data in recovery, then restore it on lp. Maybe someone else can tell you otherwise. As far as root in on lp, with unlocked bl, all you need is to flash stock ROM in flash mode with Flashtool, then flash the IMG I linked. - done.
Hi all, i've got an old Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 that's been kicking around a few years.
Just went to update it, and it is saying that officially the latest update it has is 4.4.2, which is like getting towards 5 years old.
As far as i can tell, there isn't anything explictly preventing the tablet having a 'better' version of Android on it. Am i wrong?
If not, how can you trick/force the system into downloading it, and what is 'safe'?
EDIT: I mean.. it still uses the Menu button for chrissake.... and you can't disable apps you dislike (afaik)
Cheers,
Sam
kahlzun said:
Hi all, i've got an old Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 that's been kicking around a few years.
Just went to update it, and it is saying that officially the latest update it has is 4.4.2, which is like getting towards 5 years old.
As far as i can tell, there isn't anything explictly preventing the tablet having a 'better' version of Android on it. Am i wrong?
If not, how can you trick/force the system into downloading it, and what is 'safe'?
EDIT: I mean.. it still uses the Menu button for chrissake.... and you can't disable apps you dislike (afaik)
Cheers,
Sam
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I'm not sure I even want to recommend this, but you might want to look HERE.
Also, you seem to completely new to this whole process of modifying your tablet, so I will give you a little general info. You can't trick your device into updating itself to a software version that doesn't exist for device. The software will only work if it has been customized for your specific device (T310). But, there are custom roms that are made for the T310 with newer version of Android (such as the one at the link above).
You can remove any app you wish to remove, simply by "rooting" your device. The T310 is easily rootable. Do a little reading about "rooting Android" and custom recoveries to understand what benefits it provides.
Read, read, read...then read some more. Then, you may want to install a custom rom.
gr8nole said:
I'm not sure I even want to recommend this, but you might want to look HERE.
Also, you seem to completely new to this whole process of modifying your tablet, so I will give you a little general info. You can't trick your device into updating itself to a software version that doesn't exist for device. The software will only work if it has been customized for your specific device (T310). But, there are custom roms that are made for the T310 with newer version of Android (such as the one at the link above).
You can remove any app you wish to remove, simply by "rooting" your device. The T310 is easily rootable. Do a little reading about "rooting Android" and custom recoveries to understand what benefits it provides.
Read, read, read...then read some more. Then, you may want to install a custom rom.
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Excellent, that was the sort of thing i was looking for, thanks.
I am a little surprised to find the software is so restrictive, i guess i'm used to the idea of OS'es like Windows which don't care about the specific hardware they're in, as long as it can run it.
I will naturally do my research into the process and the risks before doing anything that would void the (albeit expired) warranty.
Thanks again,
Sam
gr8nole said:
I'm not sure I even want to recommend this, but you might want to look HERE.
Also, you seem to completely new to this whole process of modifying your tablet, so I will give you a little general info. You can't trick your device into updating itself to a software version that doesn't exist for device. The software will only work if it has been customized for your specific device (T310). But, there are custom roms that are made for the T310 with newer version of Android (such as the one at the link above).
You can remove any app you wish to remove, simply by "rooting" your device. The T310 is easily rootable. Do a little reading about "rooting Android" and custom recoveries to understand what benefits it provides.
Read, read, read...then read some more. Then, you may want to install a custom rom.
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Thanks! Works for me
I know there is plenty of info out there. I have read about it and watched some videos.
I wanted to hear what magisk is and what people think of it from the m9 users and modders out there. I imagine it will work slightly different on most phones. especially when were modding them.
I recently updated my phone to android 7. Im using leedroid.
I noticed all the new roms use magisk and systemless root to pass androids new safety checks so i figured id try it out.
Which involved updating my firmware so i cant go back.
What im noticing is most of the things i actually used root for are not working anymore. mostly the adblockers.
When i download the magisk modules they either dont show up or just do not do anything (unified hosts).
Im not sure if this is just my phone or if we are just not caught up with the new work arounds for android.
Can we still use supersu and have all the old mods like xposed working? or are we stuck with this half a root thing?
Just some questions. But mainly just want to start a discussion about it.
Although I've never used magisk I understand it to be another supersu.
I found rooting phones is a waste of time and effort. I was like you and rooted for adblocking but then I found adguard which made root useless for me. I unrooted and updated to 7.0 and have never looked back.
People will argue that root is for custom roms etc but what they don't seem to realise is stock roms are always best, fastest and most reliable. Custom roms use improvised methods to get the hardware working.
The only reason left to root is to cheat games and that makes the games boring after 5 minutes so what's the point anymore..