Hello everyone,
As the title says, I am wanting to root the J7 Sky Pro.
I have never rooted anything in my life. I am also having trouble installing any custom recovery onto the phone.
I have tried so many tutorials and "one-click" rooting programs, but none of them have worked.
If anyone can help me, that would be nice.
It runs on 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
Tracfone locks down Bootloader so flashing is not possible unless a exploit is found. Also the recovery delivered by TWRP builder is outdated so Odin refuses to flash it. The OEM unlock does not function as intended and CROM utility lies about the device being unlocked. Some information found is Nougat is flashable for this device. Your best bet is getting newer device with development support
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Hi there,
After checking several tutorials and howtos I still have an unanswered question about unlocking and upgrading a Samsung Galaxy Spica i5700.
I’ve just got a Spica locked by Orange with firmware 1.5. I’m planning to first unlock and then flash it with Eclair and if possible with Gingerbread.
Unlock:
According to this guide: forum(dot)samdroid(dot)net/f28/how-spica-i5700-sim-unlock-free-4886
It seems that the Spica can be unlocked without the need of paying for an unlocking code. However, following this process requires the Spica to be rooted, so the /efs/nv_data.bin can be edited.
Rooting:
Some of the most complete guides I’ve found follow:
www(dot)addictivetips.com/mobile/root-samsung-galaxy-spica-i5700-with-leshaks-kernel
pomzung(dot)wordpress.com/2010/12/22/rooting-samsung-spica-i5700/
One of the prerequisites is that the Spica has at least the firmware 2.1. Since my version is the 1.5, I guess I need to upgrade to 2.1 before rooting, so I can minimize bricking risks.
Upgrade to 2.1:
Very good information on that can be found here:
www(dot)sammobile.com/forum/showthread.php?t=11
However one of the prerequisites is that the cell phone is unlocked.
So here is my problem, according to the prerequisites listed above I should not root because my Spica is locked, and I should not unlock because my Spica is not rooted….
My intention is to flash the device with the firmware 2.1 regardless of the locked status, then root and then unlock. However, I couldn’t find any post telling whether that will brick the device. Does anybody know if it is safe to proceed as I have described?
Thanks,
Caste
rooting, sim lock
caste said:
Hi there,
After checking several tutorials and howtos I still have an unanswered question about unlocking and upgrading a Samsung Galaxy Spica i5700.
I’ve just got a Spica locked by Orange with firmware 1.5. I’m planning to first unlock and then flash it with Eclair and if possible with Gingerbread.
Unlock:
According to this guide: forum(dot)samdroid(dot)net/f28/how-spica-i5700-sim-unlock-free-4886
It seems that the Spica can be unlocked without the need of paying for an unlocking code. However, following this process requires the Spica to be rooted, so the /efs/nv_data.bin can be edited.
Rooting:
Some of the most complete guides I’ve found follow:
www(dot)addictivetips.com/mobile/root-samsung-galaxy-spica-i5700-with-leshaks-kernel
pomzung(dot)wordpress.com/2010/12/22/rooting-samsung-spica-i5700/
One of the prerequisites is that the Spica has at least the firmware 2.1. Since my version is the 1.5, I guess I need to upgrade to 2.1 before rooting, so I can minimize bricking risks.
Upgrade to 2.1:
Very good information on that can be found here:
www(dot)sammobile.com/forum/showthread.php?t=11
However one of the prerequisites is that the cell phone is unlocked.
So here is my problem, according to the prerequisites listed above I should not root because my Spica is locked, and I should not unlock because my Spica is not rooted….
My intention is to flash the device with the firmware 2.1 regardless of the locked status, then root and then unlock. However, I couldn’t find any post telling whether that will brick the device. Does anybody know if it is safe to proceed as I have described?
Thanks,
Caste
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i have the same problem, and i would like to know if anybody figure this out!?!?
thanks
zarko.janjetovic said:
i have the same problem, and i would like to know if anybody figure this out!?!?
thanks
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I'll be honest - I'm new to all this rooting and ROM flashing malarky but I have worked out a few things that may help you both.
Firstly, truely bricking your device is quite hard to do, I have not bricked a single device of mine although I have messed it up and ended up with a useless phone. In all of these cases I was, in worst case scenario's, able to reflash a stock ROM via Odin. This is annoying but only in the aspect of you having to start EVERYTHING again but to be quite honest, thats what I found fun and more educational than it all going swimmingly. THE GOLDEN RULE of rooting, flashing etc. is that if you mess it up, its your responsibility and your responsibility to sort it out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Read these forums fully and 99% of the time there is an answer that will cure your problem.
Now to answer your query to the best of my inexperienced ability..........your starting block IS rooting your phone. Without a rooted device you are not going to flash a new ROM with any Android version! In my opinion before you even root your device, read up on how to reinstall a stock ROM, then download it along with Odin. This is your ultimate back up should you go wrong. But rooting your device is paramount to flashing a custom ROM which will use Gingerbread etc. There are plenty of great custom ROMs out there that only require root and a zip file installed on you SD - Once confident, it really is as simple as that!
Network/Sim unlocking your device is TOTALLY seperate to rooting and alot of people get them confused from what I see, rooting your device DOES NOT sim unlock your handset. A Sim unlock is possible on the i5700 with root but to be honest its easier just to get a code from a vendor on eBay for £1. If you want to do it yourself then again read up on it.
Bottom line to your question is root your device first if you want to do it all yourself.
Samsung Galaxy SIII SGH-I747M Build No. KOT49H.I747MVLUFOB3 Android Ver. 4.4.2 Kernel Ver. 3.4.0-1784548
Have backed up personal files but not system, yet.
Phone unlocked from Rogers (Canada) carrier and rooted using Kingo App.
Have installed Root checker, Rom Manager, Busy Box, Super Su and have downloaded the firmware[ I747MVLUFOB3_I747MOYAFOB3_RWC.zip. ] to have on hand.
I rooted the phone because everything I had read to date [which may not have been enough] told me rooting was necessary. Would like to install a more up to date android than 4.4.2, possibly 5.0 or 6.0. Also, to get rid of Apps I never use. Because I see so much in my reading about Cyanogenmod, I thought I would start with 12 and go from there.
Have been trying to follow steps at the link for https wiki cyanogenmod org/w/d2att_Info which I believe is the correct one for my model number, which has led me to the link at https wiki cyanogenmod org/w/Install_CM_for_d2lte where it tells me that:
Rooting the stock firmware is neither recommended nor necessary
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Firstly, I am just wondering,
1a] since I still have the original firmware installed, could I just unroot with the same Kingo App I used to root the phone?
1b] Would/Can I still use Rom Manager to do my system backup?
Secondly, if it is not too technical an explanation, why is it that the Rogers(Canada) i747m does not need nor is it recommended to be rooted? It almost sounds as if it already is or maybe rogers firmware is weak and easily hacked?
Thirdly, just a comment on my part, as interesting and good as this whole process is, it seems that rooting and installing new firmware can be a bit of a Pandora's box and the people who are developing things to do so are very diligent and creative.
I am still determined to make this happen with my i747m and am thankful for people on this forum and others to advise me.
To install a custom rom, you need to install a custom recovery to install the custom rom.
Rooting gives you access to the rom system files, similar to gaining administrative privilege on a Windows or Mac machine.
Rooting is not required before installing a custom recovery or custom rom.
I have never heard that that the Rogers i747m should not be rooted. For security and stability purposes, rooting any phone is not recommended by many people.
I am not familiar with the program that was used to root the phone but each program usually has an option to unroot.
I am not 100% certain as I haven't used a rom manager in years but I don't think the option to create nandroid exists.
Hi,
i own a Samsung Galaxy S9 Duos with Exynos CPU and i need some advice from Experts.
In the past I have flashed serveral Phones with Cyanogenmod, Resurrection Remix and i think some things has changed since i has flashed my lastest phone (Galaxy S4 Mini, Sony Z5).
So I have some questions and I hope i will receive help from this superior Community Members here:
1. Is it possible to go back to Stock Firmware after flashing to Lineage OS?
In the Past i was flashing TWRP to my older Sony Phones and I could make a Backup. After doing that I was able to revert to Stock Rom when the Flashing Procedure made Problems.
Is this still possible to do this with S9 Phones?
What is the best Method to make Backups off my Phone before installing Custom Rom's?
2. Do I have to register my Phone on Google to install Google Apps on my S9 after flashing Lineage OS?
https://www.xda-developers.com/google-blocks-gapps-uncertified-devices-custom-rom-whitelist/
3. Will my Galaxy Wearable App working with Custom Rom's when I do not root my Phone?
Thank you!
Can I add one more question? It is my first Samsung device.. do we loose something like Sony's DRM when we unlock the bootloader in samsung?
1. yes, backup with twrp is fine
2. ?? just flash Gapps like normal
3. depends on your roms. stock base roms will obviously work unless debloated
not sure about carrier phones, but rooting, unlock bl will only lose samsung knox, secure folder, pay, ect.
Thank you very much.
lionelbac asked a good question.
With Sony Phones you had to save the Fota Partition to restore DRM Keys for Camera and other stuff..
I think that this can be ignored with Samsung Phones, but I am not sure.
Thank you once again.
Been trying to follow up on the latest with this particular model and just want to verify my understanding:
I CANNOT flash a recovery or custom rom to this phone as the US bootloaders are locked (there may be some ways but it still doesn't yield full flashing/capabilities)
I CAN still root this phone
I CAN still de-google & debloat the phone through root access
I realize these are not all model particular and more root basics so the first is the most important question and the rest I am validating my understanding as it's been a while since I've daily drove any rooted device let alone one custom flashed. I think the s2 was my last w/ Cyanogen lol
Thanks to all!
xdainnadiplace said:
Been trying to follow up on the latest with this particular model and just want to verify my understanding:
I CANNOT flash a recovery or custom rom to this phone as the US bootloaders are locked (there may be some ways but it still doesn't yield full flashing/capabilities)
I CAN still root this phone
I CAN still de-google & debloat the phone through root access
I realize these are not all model particular and more root basics so the first is the most important question and the rest I am validating my understanding as it's been a while since I've daily drove any rooted device let alone one custom flashed. I think the s2 was my last w/ Cyanogen lol
Thanks to all!
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You cannot flash a custom recovery but you can flash a GSI (which sort of counts as a ROM), the other two are correct. And yes, flashing a GSI will have tons of bugs so be aware of that.
i need to root my a23
i cant live without root
i also need to unlock the bootloader so i can root
i haven't tested it yet but i found the following method.
to unlock boot loader
to root
https://www.getdroidtips.com/root-samsung-a23-sm-a235f-a235m/
video
that at your own risk like always, but it seems like it's doing all the right things.
Anyone already done it? Work this with A23 5G SM-A236B?
Well I will port a TWRP for Samsung A23 5F/DSN But it will take sometime. I dont promise you guys, but I will do my best
I will post a tutorial about how to install a custom rom on this device (A23F5/DSN) I'm new to this website, but I will do my best. I didn't try installing any roms right now, but I will install the rom next week, so if it worked I will post a guide about it