Ok i wanna root my g1 BAD. I want to be able to move the cache and install the development version of cupcake. but 1 BIIIIIG problem. I DO NOT have a data plan. I have read and it seems that when you root it factory resets your g1 which that means your sim card must have the data plan on it.
Is their any possible way for me to root in my circumstance?
Thanks
If you install the adp1.1 version, you can skip the login, enable wifi, then login through that.
ok umm im a mega newb to rooting and stuff lol. so can you or someone provide a COMPLETE step by step tutorial on what to do from block one? and to make sure I dont root it wrong and so i'll be able to login with wifi?
thanks lol
samrozzi said:
ok umm im a mega newb to rooting and stuff lol. so can you or someone provide a COMPLETE step by step tutorial on what to do from block one? and to make sure I dont root it wrong and so i'll be able to login with wifi?
thanks lol
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Sam, this forum is full of tutorials -- all you have to do is find the right one and read through it, THEN ask questions. There's a pretty steep learning curve involved, and few people have the time to hold your hand all the way, especially if you don't invest the minimal effort.
best,
the step by step is written in the sticky on how to root your g1. why would someone re write it for you? silly. go do some learning, then think about rooting your g1.
Sticky: Rooting, Hacking, and Flashing your G1/Dream
says it right in the title.
While it is possible to do what you want as far as I can see it's a considerable amount of hassle, and for it's functionality the g1 without a dataplan is like a computer minus the psu, even with wifi... so you may want to reconsider.... but as I said it can be done! Firstly what firmware do you have, are you uk or us based? The us phone let's you install a modified version of rc29 whichs you can easily bypass the registration screen (jesusfreke) has left a very helpful no dataplan sticky). The uk version has additional steps to simply roll back and install mod rc29, as it can only roll back to an earlier uk model, be rooted and then get a us image.
Give us a little more information, and don't worry I was there only a month ago, now I've installed fastboot, jf1.4, run my apps off sdcard and have replaced that stupid g1 tmobile screen. There really is a learning curve but you'll get there
well i am on US rc30 atm.
well no dataplan is fine for me really. but the memory is KILLING me. id LOVE LOVE to have root.
There have been multiple step by steps written Sam...
Like another poster stated, if your not willing to even read the introductory material on rooting your phone, it's unlikely someone will want to even help you initially.
That said, there are both numerous tutorials on how to root your phone, and how to activate the phone without a data plan so just search the forum/read the stickies for them and start on the first step yourself rather then waiting around.
Meeker
That said, the Dataplan is not necessarily a killer, but definately a cool benefit if your willing to pay the associated costs =) But personally for me, I'm a cheap bastard...
samrozzi said:
Ok i wanna root my g1 BAD.
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Judging from the three or four other threads he started here saying "Ack! Help!!" and the threads saying the same over on the AC, I'd say his plan to "root my g1 BAD[ly]" has succeeded.
Soo should we start waiting for the
Ack! Help! I've Br1cked my g1 BADly
Posts soon?
Sorry couldn't help myself....
Over on the AC he posted that he's thinking about "installing cupcake".
IT BURNS!!!!
Meeker said:
Soo should we start waiting for the
Ack! Help! I've Br1cked my g1 BADly
Posts soon?
Sorry couldn't help myself....
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You know, I lurked around and didn't want to post for a long time because I know I'm totally inept at this and I know I'm an outside/intruder here. I only posted my own question to a problem when I was unable to find a solution via search/google and puzzle the rest out myself. I wish others would do that as well to preserve the usefulness of the boards (because they are incredibly helpful!). And ultimately I hope the next person to run into my same error can find my thread via search & fix it themselves.
Sorry for being off topic, but the thread will probably be locked down anyway.
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You know, I lurked around and didn't want to post for a long time because I know I'm totally inept at this and I know I'm an outside/intruder here. I only posted my own question to a problem when I was unable to find a solution via search/google and puzzle the rest out myself. I wish others would do that as well to preserve the usefulness of the boards (because they are incredibly helpful!). And ultimately I hope the next person to run into my same error can find my thread via search & fix it themselves.
Sorry for being off topic, but the thread will probably be locked down anyway.
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I know, I totally got baited on this one... but I think the inherent frustration for the bulk of us who got baited on this one was the fact that if you looked at the top 5 stickies on the forum.... the answers where right there... it's only the fact that the original poster never wanted to read them....
No more replies? Lets let this one die the way it deserves to?
samrozzi: You should really start using the search, but pretty much all of the information you need is in stickys. But here you go
Start with rooting your device.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=442480
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When ever you need to have to log in to the google accounts use this:
"to enable and configure wifi, so that the registration process can connect to the google servers. In an adb shell session, type the following command:
am start -a android.intent.action.MAIN -n com.android.settings/.Settings
This doesn't have to have root access to work. It works fine with the "shell" user that adb on non-modded phones runs as.
That command will bring up the settings page on your phone. From there, you can enable wifi and connect to your wifi network, and then proceed with registration as per normal "
Taken from: JesusFreke at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=452316
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In the end use JF RC30, or ADP V1.41
From http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=475381
As the link from the original/first post are V1.31 and i tried them earlier and the links do not work.
Hope that helps.
T-mo just replaced my original g1. It arrived w/ the original 1.1 firmware. T-mo tech support says that they cannot update it as the OTAs have gone out. They strongly hinted that I should root my phone and actually directed me to some forums. As a 'rooting virgin' can someone direct me to a location to where I can download a simple rooting app. and get back to 1.6. I forgot how primitive the original G1 was. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
keahaole said:
T-mo just replaced my original g1. It arrived w/ the original 1.1 firmware. T-mo tech support says that they cannot update it as the OTAs have gone out. They strongly hinted that I should root my phone and actually directed me to some forums. As a 'rooting virgin' can someone direct me to a location to where I can download a simple rooting app. and get back to 1.6. I forgot how primitive the original G1 was. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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First off, that sounds like complete bull from the T-Mobile tech support, as I've had my G1 recently replaced, and the OTA update was pushed to my phone within 24 hours. So, if all you want is to get back to Donut, I suggest waiting a couple days. But, if you do not get an OTA, read on.
It's not as easy as just installing a simple rooting app. Although, it is fairly easy. There are several how-to guides in the Dream forum. Check them out. Also, if you're more of a visual person, you can visit The-Unlockr.com, as they have videos for rooting and installing ROMs onto several Android devices.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=519523 - Also a good starting point. Lots of helpful links.
Hope I helped.
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First off, that sounds like complete bull from the T-Mobile tech support, as I've had my G1 recently replaced, and the OTA update was pushed to my phone within 24 hours. So, if all you want is to get back to Donut, I suggest waiting a couple days. But, if you do not get an OTA, read on.
It's not as easy as just installing a simple rooting app. Although, it is fairly easy. There are several how-to guides in the Dream forum. Check them out. Also, if you're more of a visual person, you can visit The-Unlockr.com, as they have videos for rooting and installing ROMs onto several Android devices.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=519523 - Also a good starting point. Lots of helpful links.
Hope I helped.
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Fiktipn,
Thank you for the quick reply. At the time of my post I only had my g1 connected for about 12 hours. During the night I received the update. I wish the tech support has told me that, it would have saved me a great deal of aggravation. I particularly appreciated the 'if you're a visual person' diplomatic reference to my being a tech neebie. That's very, very clever. Thanks again.
Hey, no problem. Welcome to XDA, stick around and you can definitely learn some stuff.
Hello all,
I just got my gtablet today. While I have done my homework, I seemed to have come a bit late to the party.
All the threads and mods are a bit overwhelming.
I'm not afraid to do a bunch of the stuff listed...however I do want to make sure I have a proper back up and know how to use it.
Can someone please give me a quick break down on how to back out the current stock software and how to reinstall it if the **** hits the fan?
Do I need to download something or do I back it up on the device?
Thank you in advance.
several posts in past two days explain this in detail
Seehttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1022473
just wanted so say whats up to all im new in this realm my interests are to learn how to write source code and im starting at the bottom im trying to suck up all the information i can so if ya see me on holler i give thanks to all you geeks that do this its a great thing i am on us cellular i own the samsung mes i500 galaxy s ive already broke the phone trying to jump right in waiting for insurance to send another lol so ive decided to read read read everything i tried to flash cwm to my mes had rooted it already and she never came back went into boot loop nothing i could do so new one coming monday i hope and we will start from scrach anyone have any suggestions let her rip thanks in advance
Hi guys a new user here and need assistance with one issue that i am facing with a month old google nexus 5. The phone came out of the box with 4.4.2 version of android and after i upgraded using OTA to 4.4.4 i've noticed that after the call disconnects the network bar goes zero for 5 sec and then come back to full strength which was not there before the OTA.
I've read some forums about this and came to know that i am not alone and similar issue have been reported by many users. I thought this issue might be addressed recent lollipop update however issue still remains. Ill be honest with you guys since the phone is new i am not willing to take risk of flashing as i am new to it. I would appereciate if someone can assist me with scratch how to get this sorted
Thanks in advance!!
vishantsharma said:
Hi guys a new user here and need assistance with one issue that i am facing with a month old google nexus 5. The phone came out of the box with 4.4.2 version of android and after i upgraded using OTA to 4.4.4 i've noticed that after the call disconnects the network bar goes zero for 5 sec and then come back to full strength which was not there before the OTA.
I've read some forums about this and came to know that i am not alone and similar issue have been reported by many users. I thought this issue might be addressed recent lollipop update however issue still remains. Ill be honest with you guys since the phone is new i am not willing to take risk of flashing as i am new to it. I would appereciate if someone can assist me with scratch how to get this sorted
Thanks in advance!!
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Welp, I would recommend you try various radios but since you have an aversion to flashing I don't know what to tell you. This "risk" you speak of is pretty much nonexistent with the N5 as it's damn near impossible to brick. I mean, the N5 was pretty much built for flashing so if I were you I'd at least dip your toes in the water. You're in the right place, there are a ton of guides to follow and friendly folk willing to help. Just gotta put a little effort in.
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Welp, I would recommend you try various radios but since you have an aversion to flashing I don't know what to tell you. This "risk" you speak of is pretty much nonexistent with the N5 as it's damn near impossible to brick. I mean, the N5 was pretty much built for flashing so if I were you I'd at least dip your toes in the water. You're in the right place, there are a ton of guides to follow and friendly folk willing to help. Just gotta put a little effort in.
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Thanks so ill give it a try for sure and its like i would need the guide from scratch as i am a neewbie onto this. So i am from India so which radio should i go for and is there any infomation that you may need to assist with me with which perticular radio will work in my region please do let me know.
The phone doesn't drop any signal while i am talking over the phone and its not that frequent as well. However whenever i notice this it annoys me a lot so ill prefer getting rid of that. This phone that i got is after 7 RMA to the website which i bought from and finally this was the device that came with like no issue with the display as in stuck or dead pixels like others.
Please suggest me something and i am ready to move forward on this
vishantsharma said:
Thanks so ill give it a try for sure and its like i would need the guide from scratch as i am a neewbie onto this. So i am from India so which radio should i go for and is there any infomation that you may need to assist with me with which perticular radio will work in my region please do let me know.
The phone doesn't drop any signal while i am talking over the phone and its not that frequent as well. However whenever i notice this it annoys me a lot so ill prefer getting rid of that. This phone that i got is after 7 RMA to the website which i bought from and finally this was the device that came with like no issue with the display as in stuck or dead pixels like others.
Please suggest me something and i am ready to move forward on this
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Like I said man, there are a ton of guides, just do some searching and lots of reading. People here like to help others who first try to help themselves, and I am the same way. That said, I'm not gonna hold your hand and walk you through it, but if you figure out what you need to do and hit a bump in the road, ask away and I'll have no problem helping out. The best way to learn something is to figure it out yourself, and that's the honest truth.
Start here- http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/help/faq-to-android-read-post-root-t2508292
Sure thing, ill post in here with all the info found on the forums for this and accordingly will request you for suggestion if that is going to work for me or not. Thanks for atleast guiding from where i would need to proceed from.