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Do I take this update?

So I just got the Galaxy Tab S4 SM-T830...
Currently, it's sitting on Android Ver. 8.1.0
Build No. M1AJQ.T830XXU1ARH5
Android Security Patch June 1, 2018
It's asking me to update to the T830XXU2ARJ3 Build Number Oct. 1, 2018 Security Patch...
Do I take the update? I don't want to lock down the device by accepting anything that I shouldn't. I might want to root and install custom ROMs in the future, so that's why I'm asking first.
Thanks in advance!

greevedogg said:
So I just got the Galaxy Tab S4 SM-T830...
Currently, it's sitting on Android Ver. 8.1.0
Build No. M1AJQ.T830XXU1ARH5
Android Security Patch June 1, 2018
It's asking me to update to the T830XXU2ARJ3 Build Number Oct. 1, 2018 Security Patch...
Do I take the update? I don't want to lock down the device by accepting anything that I shouldn't. I might want to root and install custom ROMs in the future, so that's why I'm asking first.
Thanks in advance!
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Afaik U2 bootloader triggers lockout.

dr460nf1r3 said:
Afaik U2 bootloader triggers lockout.
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I have not rooted or installed TWRP. I did upgrade my SM-T835C to U2ARJ3 and I have "OEM Unlock" available in Developer mode. Again I am all official right now. (I have not decided if I want to break AirWatch with this tablet yet or not ) Now if there was a way to keep AirWatch Hub working then that would make want to root faster!

Can anyone confirm whether taking the update will prevent future flexibility with rooting, non stock ROMS etc? Also, can anyone shed any light on what updates/improvements/benefits the update includes (outside of security patch)? Any insight much appreciated!

Sorry to bump but still very curious! Been checking this thread for updates since I asked a while back. Any noteworthy improvements? Still haven't updated.

I didn't even think about the bootloader version before installing TWRP. I just installed it today on T830XXU2ARK4. After installing TWRP, trying to boot into android caused a bootloop until I installed magisk.

Update to latest security patch without upgrading to Android 10

I am wanting to get the latest security updates for the Pixel 3 XL but do not want to upgrade to Android 10 (for the time being).
I saw the latest update for Android Pie for 3 XL was August 2019.
Is there a way to get the current security update without being forced to upgrade to Android 10?

IconBoy said:
I am wanting to get the latest security updates for the Pixel 3 XL but do not want to upgrade to Android 10 (for the time being).
I saw the latest update for Android Pie for 3 XL was August 2019.
Is there a way to get the current security update without being forced to upgrade to Android 10?
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No, the latest updates are all on 10. Is there a reason you haven't taken any 10 updates? If your holding out for a Verizon bootloader unlock, don't hold your breath. No offense to Fern and whoever else is working on it, but I don't think it's going to happen.

spotmark said:
Is there a reason you haven't taken any 10 updates?
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I really like having the ability to swap the navigation buttons. (https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-3-xl/help/android-10-swap-navigation-bar-menu-t3966439).
Plus...I've read a good few posts where people aren't happy with battery life and prefer going back to Pie.

Question Can I root Android 12 L

Hi guys
Sorry for my stupid question , but I just can't understand if I can root my p6p after the android 12L beta 3 update .
Rn I'm rooted with February update.
Thanks

Of course you can.

sagiag said:
Hi guys
Sorry for my stupid question , but I just can't understand if I can root my p6p after the android 12L beta 3 update .
Rn I'm rooted with February update.
Thanks
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Yes you can. Just follow the same instructions. I have done it on my P6

Thank you for your help

Can anyone chime in on which version of Magisk you used to rool 12L Beta 3? When I go through the process it won't boot bast the G logo. I have to go back and flash the stock boot.img to get it to start.

pro_b said:
Can anyone chime in on which version of Magisk you used to rool 12L Beta 3? When I go through the process it won't boot bast the G logo. I have to go back and flash the stock boot.img to get it to start.
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I'm using Canary 24201. The latest Beta will also work. Do you have any mods enabled that may be causing a bootloop?

Can you guys please share the link on how to root p6p..thanks in advance

Mangtas_666 said:
Can you guys please share the link on how to root p6p..thanks in advance
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The latest Beta Magisk is 24.2. The latest Canary is 24201. The latest Stable is 24.1 but will be updated to 24.2 shortly. You can use any of these. Follow the rooting instructions in the guide below.
[GUIDE] Pixel 6 Pro "raven": Unlock Bootloader, Update, Root, Pass SafetyNet
⚠️⚠️⚠️ WARNING! IF YOU ARE UPDATING TO ANDROID 13 FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THIS FIRST!⚠️⚠️⚠️ If you are looking for my guide on a different Pixel, find it here: Pixel 3 Pixel 3XL Pixel 3a Pixel 3aXL Pixel 4 Pixel 4XL Pixel 4a Pixel 4a (5G)...
forum.xda-developers.com

Lughnasadh said:
The latest Beta Magisk is 24.2. The latest Canary is 24201. The latest Stable is 24.1 but will be updated to 24.2 shortly. You can use any of these. Follow the rooting instructions in the guide below.
Thank you so much
Thank
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Question Root with android 13

Hello Everyone!
I bought one Google pixel 6 pro in USA, I live in Chile, here many companies have activate 5G, but my P6P do not work with 5G and VoLTE. I want to root this device, but have android 13, my questios is possible root my smartphone with andorid 13 installed officially?
Tranks!

rogevera said:
Hello Everyone!
I bought one Google pixel 6 pro in USA, I live in Chile, here many companies have activate 5G, but my P6P do not work with 5G and VoLTE. I want to root this device, but have android 13, my questios is possible root my smartphone with andorid 13 installed officially?
Tranks!
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Yes, you can root on A13. There are several guides in the forum with instructions. Just click on the "How to Guides" tab in the Quick Filters at the top of the main Pixel 6 Pro forum page.

Lughnasadh said:
Yes, you can root on A13. There are several guides in the forum with instructions. Just click on the "How to Guides" tab in the Quick Filters at the top of the main Pixel 6 Pro forum page.
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Thanks!, So I do not will have problems with bootloader because I have installed android 13???

rogevera said:
Thanks!, So I do not will have problems with bootloader because I have installed android 13???
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No one can predict if you will have any problems, but to ensure you don't, after you unlock the bootloader then next do this:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
fastboot flash bootloader --slot all bootloader.img
Substitute the name of your bootloader file (NOT boot.img) instead of "bootloader.img". Get the bootloader.img from inside the inner zip file that's in the latest Android 13 Stable (full) Factory Image from:
Factory Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices | Google Play services | Google for Developers
developers.google.com
Once you do that you'll be as safe as we should be. You only have to do that once, not every time you update your phone. You can do it every time if you choose to, but there's no reason to.
Latest SDK Platform Tools and Google USB Driver required.

Thanks! I'll try...

I also bought a phone from Japan while I live in Indo. Google lock indo 5G. I mean can we unlock that bro?

Hello Everyone again, I found this link
June 13, 2023 TQ3A.230605.010 Global - Platform-Tools v34.0.3 has a different bug - Root Pixel 6 Pro [Raven]
Pixel 6 Pro [Raven] Updated May 13, 2023 Note that more than three users have said that 34.0.1 (even May 10, 2023's binary update of 34.0.1) did not work correctly for them. I recommend sticking with 33.0.3 (just below these quotes) Someone...
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But have so much information, mix information a12 and a13, have information about bootloader 12, bootloader 13... links raven, linksplatform tools...
I don't want to kill my smartphone, so anybody can do a new discussion with clear information how to root Pixel 6 pro with Android 13???
Please...
or somebody want to root my smartphone remotely and I would can pay for that... Thanks!

rogevera said:
I don't want to kill my smartphone, so anybody can do a new discussion with clear information how to root Pixel 6 pro with Android 13???
Please...
or somebody want to root my smartphone remotely and I would can pay for that... Thanks!
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There is no difference in rooting A12 and A13. Just make sure you have, at the minimum, the A13 bootloader flashed to both slots. Information is in the guides on how to do that if you don't know.
[GUIDE] Pixel 6 Pro "raven": Unlock Bootloader, Update, Root, Pass SafetyNet
⚠️⚠️⚠️ WARNING! IF YOU ARE UPDATING TO ANDROID 13 FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THIS FIRST!⚠️⚠️⚠️ If you are looking for my guide on a different Pixel, find it here: Pixel 3 Pixel 3XL Pixel 3a Pixel 3aXL Pixel 4 Pixel 4XL Pixel 4a Pixel 4a (5G)...
forum.xda-developers.com

rogevera said:
so anybody can do a new discussion with clear information how to root Pixel 6 pro with Android 13???
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All the how to original posts are updated frequently and give the best options for root. However, you seem nervous to follow them, part of the responsibility of having a rooted phone is being able to follow what are straight forward (if assuming of non novice status of the reader) steps.
An additional new topic would be redundant

I would recommend to anyone who wants a pain free experience rooting android 13 to use flashtool and download the factory image. Fastboot boot the patched boot image, direct install.

rogevera said:
Hello Everyone!
I bought one Google pixel 6 pro in USA, I live in Chile, here many companies have activate 5G, but my P6P do not work with 5G and VoLTE. I want to root this device, but have android 13, my questios is possible root my smartphone with andorid 13 installed officially?
Tranks!
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5G and VoLTE you will need to look at the very long and dedicated threads for this subject, I can't help because I don't have an issue with this,a nd haven't contributed to that thread for many months

Question Downgrade?

Hello, am new to pixel device... My previous device was Xiaomi Mi 11 , my device carne with A13 !my question is there any way to downgrade to A12 I want to flash derfest A12 my fav ROM .. thx in advance

Hello, welcome to Pixel land.
First, in order to flash a factory image, you'd have to unlock your bootloader. If you don't know already, click the yellow How To Guide quick filter at the top of the list of threads in this section and you'll find 3-4 threads that tell how. I also have a link in my signature below - you can use the link for the Pixel 7 Pro - the instructions to unlock the bootloader are the same, and the OP of my Pixel 7 Pro thread is much better organized than my one for the Pixel 6 Pro, in my opinion.
After that, the only way you can downgrade (and have everything working, and not brick your phone is to use one of the two Android 12 Developer Support images for Pixel. There's an Android 12.0 build from February and an Android 12.1 build from July. They will never receive updates, however.
You can always manually flash a Pixel 6 Pro stable Factory Image to re-upgrade at a later date, or use the Official Google Android Flash Tool (OEM Unlocking needs to be toggled on - you may not have to manually unlock the bootloader - the "site" will do that on its own) to re-upgrade.
Any of the stable Android 12 builds at that factory image link should not be flashed because the Android 13 bootloader cannot be downgraded to an Android 12 bootloader, and if you flash everything from 12 Stable but the bootloader, it'll appear to work at first, but it truly won't work correctly - it will not be useable.
If you unlock the bootloader, you should also make sure the Android 13 bootloader is flashed to your inactive slot as well, to avoid the possibility of accidentally bricking your new phone.

Thanks for the fast reply sir much appreciated .. I got the idea ... My device stock unlocked and rooted .. now my question is if I flashed the July A12.1 developer ... Can I flash custom ROM based on A12.1 like derpfest etc ... Sorry I mixed up things here little harder than xiaomi

Antidote03 said:
Thanks for the fast reply sir much appreciated .. I got the idea ... My device stock unlocked and rooted .. now my question is if I flashed the July A12.1 developer ... Can I flash custom ROM based on A12.1 like derpfest etc ... Sorry I mixed up things here little harder than xiaomi
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You're welcome. I don't fool around with custom ROMs except on my 6-year-old or more phones, so I can't answer that question. Part of the best things about having Pixels is the software features Google starts off exclusively on the Pixel stock ROMs.