I would like to install twrp and install magisk to the stock rom, I would like to keep secure folder. Would the process below work? Or is there a better way? Would anyone reccomend a custom rom.
Power off phone. Download mode. Odin
Flash with twrp-3.2.3-0-starlte.img.tar
Reboot into twrp, wipe- format, install no-verity-opt-encrypt-samsung-1.0.zip
Install magisk
Reboot
Dude once your phone is rooted you will longer have secure folder cause your device status in settings will be modified cause the flash counter was triggered
PoochyXXX
PoochyX said:
Dude once your phone is rooted you will longer have secure folder cause your device status in settings will be modified cause the flash counter was triggered
PoochyXXX
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I'm looking for a fix for this. With my s7edge I was able to.
I'm using chrome on android is there a way to edit the title of this thread?
b_rad_1983 said:
I'm looking for a fix for this. With my s7edge I was able to.
I'm using chrome on android is there a way to edit the title of this thread?
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Go to your xda profile and edit your op
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Thanks poochy
I ended up installing the xda app and was able to edit.
Is it true that SM-G960 W versions can't be unlocked yet?
b_rad_1983 said:
Is it true that SM-G960 W versions can't be unlocked yet?
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Yeah I believe the bootloader is locked [emoji357]
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b_rad_1983 said:
Is it true that SM-G960 W versions can't be unlocked yet?
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Yet? Don't count on it to ever be unlocked.
peachpuff said:
Yet? Don't count on it to ever be unlocked.
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Why can't it be unlocked? Is it too early in the game?
b_rad_1983 said:
Why can't it be unlocked? Is it too early in the game?
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They just can't, previous s7/s8 phones were never unlocked.
peachpuff said:
They just can't, previous s7/s8 phones were never unlocked.
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I had a s7edge on Canadian carrier and it was unlocked
b_rad_1983 said:
I had a s7edge on Canadian carrier and it was unlocked
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That was an exynos, the snapdragon variant wasn't unlocked.
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Is there some way to get root without unlocking the bootloader/wiping?
AFAIK root requires a custom recovery, to flash a custom recovery requires unlocked bootloader, so simple answer is no.
ghostofcain said:
AFAIK root requires a custom recovery, to flash a custom recovery requires unlocked bootloader, so simple answer is no.
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What functionality do I loose with unlocking? Wiping data of course, but otherwise?
kokesh said:
What functionality do I loose with unlocking? Wiping data of course, but otherwise?
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Nothing, the only downside is the need to wipe data.
ghostofcain said:
Nothing, the only downside is the need to wipe data.
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I want sure about the fingerprint, etc. Thanks!
Damn, read a bit about what a bootloader is, its role is described in its name. Those fears are pointless.
Striatum_bdr said:
Damn, read a bit about what a bootloader is, its role is described in its name. Those fears are pointless.
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Not necessary, coming from other devices. I am no noob, I know what BL is, but some manufacturers tie certain features to locked BL. Sony for example cripples camera when you unlock.
kokesh said:
Not necessary, coming from other devices. I am no noob, I know what BL is, but some manufacturers tie certain features to locked BL. Sony for example cripples camera when you unlock.
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oneplus works same whether the bootlader is locked or unlocked. the only downside is as soon as you lock or unlock your bootloader your phone is wiped completely.
bonham1988 said:
oneplus works same whether the bootlader is locked or unlocked. the only downside is as soon as you lock or unlock your bootloader your phone is wiped completely.
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How does it work with OTA updates? Do those work with TWRP?
kokesh said:
How does it work with OTA updates? Do those work with TWRP?
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Otas dont work with twrp, oneplus releases a singed ota update on their forums usually within a week or two after the official ota. These singned updates can be flashed via twrp.
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The only downside to unlocking the BL on the OP3 is that you get a warning message (http://i.imgur.com/88NcI2K.jpg) when booting the phone. Lots of people hate it, i like it personally. It makes pressing button combos to get into fastboot/recovery obsolete.
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Otas dont work with twrp, oneplus releases a singed ota update on their forums usually within a week or two after the official ota. These singned updates can be flashed via twrp.
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And xda often have a TWRP flash able update before the OTA has reached everyone.
ghostofcain said:
AFAIK root requires a custom recovery ...
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If flashing is the only way to root the device, then yes.
And unfortunately flashing seems to be the only way.
kokesh said:
What functionality do I loose with unlocking? Wiping data of course, but otherwise?
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Security. Your data are no more safe if your phone get stolen.
kokesh said:
What functionality do I loose with unlocking? Wiping data of course, but otherwise?
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All SafetyNet apps stop working (Android Pay, PokeGO etc.)
kokesh said:
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I loose Android Pay. That's what i miss
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fp1707 said:
I loose Android Pay. That's what i miss
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Use Magisk and its all fine.
Puddi_Puddin said:
Use Magisk and its all fine.
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I tried setting that up but i keep failing. Not sure what i'm doing wrong
NVM i see what i got wrong, now it works just fine
bonham1988 said:
oneplus works same whether the bootlader is locked or unlocked. the only downside is as soon as you lock or unlock your bootloader your phone is wiped completely.
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This is not correct on OxygenOS 4.0.2, it's possible to root without wipe:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDRPWvYJYfU
Hey guys, yesterday I received this upgrade message, just wanted to know if I can upgrade it without losing my root, just want to upgrade cause the freakin message pops up every single time, thx
Jhareti said:
Hey guys, yesterday I received this upgrade message, just wanted to know if I can upgrade it without losing my root, just want to upgrade cause the freakin message pops up every single time, thx
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By the number it is MM patch.
aviwdoowks said:
By the number it is MM patch.
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soo, if I apply it, my root access will stay?
Jhareti said:
soo, if I apply it, my root access will stay?
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You won't be able to apply it while rooted. The upgrade will fail.
You can disable the app Motorola Updates with Titanium Backup to stop the annoying update screen all the time.
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You won't be able to apply it while rooted. The upgrade will fail.
You can disable the app Motorola Updates with Titanium Backup to stop the annoying update screen all the time.
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Oh, didn't knew that, so I just have to download that "Titanium Backup" app and disable the updates?
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Oh, didn't knew that, so I just have to download that "Titanium Backup" app and disable the updates?
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Yes, I'm not sure if you can do it with the free version, but I believe you can.
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Yes, I'm not sure if you can do it with the free version, but I believe you can.
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You are in doo doo land if you are rooted, use twrp and never backed up your virgin ROM.
There is a post, not long ago, in the Nougat Update thread showing all the fundamental steps.
I have not rooted since early KK.
aviwdoowks said:
You are in doo doo land if you are rooted, use twrp and never backed up your virgin ROM.
There is a post, not long ago, in the Nougat Update thread showing all the fundamental steps.
I have not rooted since early KK.
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Why couldn't he flash a stock image to get back to stock unrooted?
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Why couldn't he flash a stock image to get back to stock unrooted?
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Like I said I have been out of rooting for a long time....
That was my standard procedure then.
Great idea!
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Why couldn't he flash a stock image to get back to stock unrooted?
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That's of you can find a stock image. I'm on _row_, can't find a stock image anywhere :'(
xxBrun0xx said:
That's of you can find a stock image. I'm on _row_, can't find a stock image anywhere :'(
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Ugh. That sucks. Where did you get your device?
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Ugh. That sucks. Where did you get your device?
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Swappa. Came with TWRP, which I normally love, but not when no factory images available
xxBrun0xx said:
Swappa. Came with TWRP, which I normally love, but not when no factory images available
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Here's the firmware
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/addison/official/
I would say you're safe to flash a us firmware but only flash the 10 sparsechunks,recovery , boot img and OEM IMG if you flash and modem file or any other file you'll end up losing your IMEI.
But you're always taking a chance.
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flashallthetime said:
Here's the firmware
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/addison/official/
I would say you're safe to flash a us firmware but only flash the 10 sparsechunks,recovery , boot img and OEM IMG if you flash and modem file or any other file you'll end up losing your IMEI.
But you're always taking a chance.
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I think I'd tend to agree with this, but with no real experience with Moto to back it up.
WTF is ROW though?
dandrumheller said:
I think I'd tend to agree with this, but with no real experience with Moto to back it up.
WTF is ROW though?
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Row is what us Canadians do trying to get away from Trump in our canoes
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flashallthetime said:
Row is what us Canadians do trying to get away from Trump in our canoes
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Well played sir, well played. If it's any consolation, I just need to ROW farther...
Nougat in January.
http://m.gsmarena.com/moto_z_play_in_europe_gets_android_nougat_this_month_too-news-22749.php
Are we able to flash TWRP onto the tmobile s8+?
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Are we able to flash TWRP onto the tmobile s8+?
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NO!!! Bootloader locked on the SD versions of the S8 & S8+
Man, the title to this thread really got my hopes up for a second, lol.
Keep hope alive.
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Are we able to flash TWRP onto the tmobile s8+?
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Ttw626 said:
NO!!! Bootloader locked on the SD versions of the S8 & S8+
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Man, the title to this thread really got my hopes up for a second, lol.
Keep hope alive.
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There is root now but still have locked bootloader.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...root-g955u-g955u1-snapdragon-sampwnd-t3658911
In case you need confirmation....
NO...
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I went into super su and unrooted my phone. Can I lock my bootloader now or is this a bad idea?
corster88 said:
I went into super su and unrooted my phone. Can I lock my bootloader now or is this a bad idea?
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Bad idea. Next update might fail from left over stuff from root or a mod...then you are done.
TonikJDK said:
Bad idea. Next update might fail from left over stuff from root or a mod...then you are done.
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Whats the solution?
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Whats the solution?
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The solution (I think) would be to wipe data and flash the entire stock image for your phone, then re-lock the bootloader. This will make sure that any folders/files pertaining to being rooted are gone and shouldn't cause any problems when it comes to validating your OS. Just make sure you properly unrooted SU by using their uninstaller/unroot tool before wiping and reflashing.
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Whats the solution?
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LeMoise said:
The solution (I think) would be to wipe data and flash the entire stock image for your phone, then re-lock the bootloader. This will make sure that any folders/files pertaining to being rooted are gone and shouldn't cause any problems when it comes to validating your OS. Just make sure you properly unrooted SU by using their uninstaller/unroot tool before wiping and reflashing.
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Yes run flashall unless you are extremely brave. I used to lock and unlock my nexus 6 bootloader with custom firmwares but this phone is a completely different animal
corster88 said:
I went into super su and unrooted my phone. Can I lock my bootloader now or is this a bad idea?
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Flash. all to both slots and be sure to include -w
Out of curiosity, why do you even wish to lock the bootloader? Especially with the numerous horror stories of users unable to resurrect a bootlooping device (rather simple to fix if unlocked) because their bootloader is locked.
Pain-N-Panic said:
Out of curiosity, why do you even wish to lock the bootloader? Especially with the numerous horror stories of users unable to resurrect a bootlooping device (rather simple to fix if unlocked) because their bootloader is locked.
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Android pay? I know I miss it.
poor2rican1 said:
Android pay? I know I miss it.
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Isn't there a way to get Android pay working with su hide and magisk?
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I went into super su and unrooted my phone. Can I lock my bootloader now or is this a bad idea?
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Locking the bootloader is always a bad idea if you have to ask if it's a bad idea.
poor2rican1 said:
Android pay? I know I miss it.
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Flash a custom kernel.
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Bryanx86 said:
Flash. all to both slots and be sure to include -w
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I'm nub. What do you mean?
Ok I flashed to stock can I lock now?
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Ok I flashed to stock can I lock now?
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Just an FYI, here's someone that locked their bl. Only 2 reasons I can see this as necessary is RMA, and Android pay. And Android pay works with magisk, so really only one reason. Just be sure to know what you're doing. https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-xl/help/pixel-xl-bricked-bootloader-locked-t3698638/page2
I had my Verizon S8+ rooted and for work I need to remove root so I can use some email app and messaging app which im sure are secure and cant work with root. I have odin back to BQL1 then went to Oreo ... it still detects root and I don't know how or why .... do I need the PIT file along with the BQL1 to ensure removing root all the way??? anyone have any ideas or help
How did u root
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How did u root
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Look in the S8 plus forum for ROMs for the Partcyborg ROM. You should be able to flash that because it is a bootloader version 2 ROM.
did you figure this out
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I had my Verizon S8+ rooted and for work I need to remove root so I can use some email app and messaging app which im sure are secure and cant work with root. I have odin back to BQL1 then went to Oreo ... it still detects root and I don't know how or why .... do I need the PIT file along with the BQL1 to ensure removing root all the way??? anyone have any ideas or help
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Did you figure this out or get an answer to this?
intense21 said:
Did you figure this out or get an answer to this?
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nope
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nope
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do you have the answer or were you looking for it also??
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nope
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From what i understand to get back to stock we have to do a full wipe factory reset. Then use the right firmware and do odin flash(not princecomsey version).
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Rooting for Verizon Smartphones is a Joke now. Like maybe 3 years ago it was fine but now umm no
WAIDroid said:
Rooting for Verizon Smartphones is a Joke now. Like maybe 3 years ago it was fine but now umm no
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im confused what you mean? im rooted on Verizon and im loving it
WAIDroid said:
Rooting for Verizon Smartphones is a Joke now. Like maybe 3 years ago it was fine but now umm no
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From what i understand to get back to stock we have to do a full wipe factory reset. Then use the right firmware and do odin flash(not princecomsey version).
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I did the odin with both version and I couldn't install the blackberry connect for work. I was told those apps are like military grade sh!t and once your rooted this device will always detect root no matter what you stock flash
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im confused what you mean? im rooted on Verizon and im loving it
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Just that so many steps involved in trying to Root
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Just that so many steps involved in trying to Root
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dude its 2 steps ... flash an AP file then the BL