Hi all,
I'll be changing my rom for the first time. I read a lot here but I still have lingering doubts in my mind. I fear that everything can go wrong and my device may become unusable.
So, could you give a few things which may go wrong, or some easy mistakes I could do, and what can be done to prevent them?
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Hi, I'm new to this forum and this is my first post. I have looked at other questions on here, however thought I would ask a new one, as they do not all cover what I would like to ask, as mine are more specific. I have a few questions/issues that I'm unsure about, so would like to ask on here Excuse me if they sound silly and basic
Anywhoo, I would like to Root my device (HTC Hero 2.1) however would like to know the potential disadvantges of this and any 'safe guide' to doing so. I have read advice online where some drawbacks can be 'bricking' and voiding the warranty, but would like advice upon how to prevent this from happening. Also, I have read that you can un-root the device? If this is the case, once this is done, if there is a problem with my phone and I send it back, will it still be under warranty as such, so in the sense that can't they tell it's been rooted prior to the repair? (may sound like a silly question but I'm a newbie on this)
Also, I don't intend to make my phone some sort of superpowered device (which it won't as it's not the best of phones on the market but hey), however would like to increase the loading/processing time of applications, view other OS', Baseband etc.. Also, how will this affect my data? - i.e. messages, conversations (whatsapp, pingchat etc) and other apps currently installed on the phone. Also any other information that may be necassary to know. Not meaning to sound picky or bossy, but would like a more complex answer to this, not just short one lined answers that are much help as a chocolate teapot!
Many Thanks
HCP_123
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Hi, I'm new to this forum and this is my first post. I have looked at other questions on here, however thought I would ask a new one, as they do not all cover what I would like to ask, as mine are more specific. I have a few questions/issues that I'm unsure about, so would like to ask on here Excuse me if they sound silly and basic
Anywhoo, I would like to Root my device (HTC Hero 2.1) however would like to know the potential disadvantges of this and any 'safe guide' to doing so. I have read advice online where some drawbacks can be 'bricking' and voiding the warranty, but would like advice upon how to prevent this from happening. Also, I have read that you can un-root the device? If this is the case, once this is done, if there is a problem with my phone and I send it back, will it still be under warranty as such, so in the sense that can't they tell it's been rooted prior to the repair? (may sound like a silly question but I'm a newbie on this)
Also, I don't intend to make my phone some sort of superpowered device (which it won't as it's not the best of phones on the market but hey), however would like to increase the loading/processing time of applications, view other OS', Baseband etc.. Also, how will this affect my data? - i.e. messages, conversations (whatsapp, pingchat etc) and other apps currently installed on the phone. Also any other information that may be necassary to know. Not meaning to sound picky or bossy, but would like a more complex answer to this, not just short one lined answers that are much help as a chocolate teapot!
Many Thanks
HCP_123
I am fairly lost on the process for updating my nook tablet 16GB to CM7 or CM10. This forum is like an information overload for a noob like me.
Two things I want to accomplish:
(1) Decide on CM7, CM9, or CM10
(2) Once I decide, update my nook
This is going to be a family tablet. Kids (older than 10) might use it a lot. I have read that CM10 is too unstable right now (especially for kids to use). Is this still true? I got the impression from this thread that there may be vast improvements:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1877217
Cam someone tell me which version has the best combination of stability/performance? Is CM10 even close yet? Not crazy about the idea of going with gingerbread.
So, once I have decided, its not clear how I should update my nook. Are there simple instructions somewhere?
I'm sorry if I offend with this post, but it needs to be said - to you and the hundreds of other newbies coming on here with similar questions ...
If you can't figure out the basics of what you need to do by reading the information already posted across the existing threads on your device's forums then you should not even consider trying to do anything other than leave it well alone on the 'Stock' build.
The potential to break your nice, new, shiny device and find yourself in a position where you cannot recover it is high unless you are sure what you are doing, and the benefits really aren't enough for what you are trying to achieve.
SimonTS said:
I'm sorry if I offend with this post, but it needs to be said - to you and the hundreds of other newbies coming on here with similar questions ...
If you can't figure out the basics of what you need to do by reading the information already posted across the existing threads on your device's forums then you should not even consider trying to do anything other than leave it well alone on the 'Stock' build.
The potential to break your nice, new, shiny device and find yourself in a position where you cannot recover it is high unless you are sure what you are doing, and the benefits really aren't enough for what you are trying to achieve.
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Your post does not offend me. I think I can figure out the basics. That's not a fair assumption about me. The problem is that I am seeing a lot of info on the web, and it is a little difficult for me to separate what I need from what I don't need. I see a lot of different info about which sd card to use or how the sd card needs to be formatted, etc, etc.
I just need one set of instructions that seems to work for most people.
But that only addresses one of my questions. The other question is whether CM10 is mature enough at this point or not?
Ok so I'm looking to root my HTC M7, I've been told the obvious problem already, I dont know enough yet to be rooting. Sorry, still want to try. That being said, I'm looking for some direction. A good site, a good video, anything or recommendations that will help me out. Yes I have gone to You Tube step by step videos but I always seem to run into a problem. For example, the person in the video says to follow a link below in description, I go and the link is no longer there. Or, maybe its there but takes me somewhere different than described. One of them even changed my browser to AVG (I know, I'm retarded).
Does anyone have any ideas on where to go, where to learn and where it will literally be a step by step?
By the way, the unlocking part seems easy enough. I think its from that point I run into trouble. Also, why? Everyone seems to want to know why. Simple, I would really like to learn for one. Second, I hate the garbage att lays in on me. Id like to mess with the speed (I've heard this is possible) and Id like more choices. I just want to keep the phone interesting. The last reason, I saw yesterday. If its not BS, Id like to get function from my HTC logo.
So I hope this is not to silly for all of you. If so, I do apologize.
Thanks, Chris
root htc m7
have you tried this?
http://www.xda-developers.com/andro...one-m7-and-install-recovery-xda-developer-tv/
Yes, it may sound repetitive but read, read and read it again. There is an incredible amount of knowledge contained throughout this site. Sometimes the smallest mistake/oversight can lead to a huge headache, that's why its so important to have a basic understanding of any modifications you are about to make. Start with the dedicated forum for ur service provider/phone. All the info your going to need will be included in the forum and subsequent sub-forums. Good luck and don't be afraid to ask questions, we've all been in the same spot before. Use the tools that the site provides, search for your answers and read thru the forums.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=2222
Thanks.
Thanks for the help. I did end up finding more help in the dedicated area, especially when I went to my phones forums. Huge thanks for the encouragement. I will deff. read a little more before jumping off the cliff. Looks like the process has become much easier and people are developing all in one tools. Cool stuff, thanks again!
Hi,
I've been on this site and forums lots of time to read about all the things people here do with their phones.
I really want to learn more about it, but I have no idea where to start; what is the true definition of ROM, what really happens when you root a phone, what are all the possibilities?
Is there a way I could learn some basics, like a beginners guide? I'm not a complete noob when it comes to technology, so I think with some help I'll be capable of understanding some of it.
I also read a lot about Cynagogenmod. Does that have a lot to do with rooting, or is that a whole different thing? On the other hand I saw that it stopped? I have no idea if it's any use anymore.
Maybe usefull to add: I don't really have to tweak my whole phone or skin. I would be using all the info to get rid of some Chinaphone skins and put on 'normal' Android, if that's possible.
Thanks and sorry to bother you,
Ion Ita
Ionita said:
Hi,
I've been on this site and forums lots of time to read about all the things people here do with their phones.
I really want to learn more about it, but I have no idea where to start; what is the true definition of ROM, what really happens when you root a phone, what are all the possibilities?
Is there a way I could learn some basics, like a beginners guide? I'm not a complete noob when it comes to technology, so I think with some help I'll be capable of understanding some of it.
I also read a lot about Cynagogenmod. Does that have a lot to do with rooting, or is that a whole different thing? On the other hand I saw that it stopped? I have no idea if it's any use anymore.
Maybe usefull to add: I don't really have to tweak my whole phone or skin. I would be using all the info to get rid of some Chinaphone skins and put on 'normal' Android, if that's possible.
Thanks and sorry to bother you,
Ion Ita
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Hello,
You can read here in brief about rooting https://www.xda-developers.com/root/
CyanogenMod is a custom ROM/Firmware. It has nothing to do with root.
Regards
Vatsal,
Forum Moderator.