Hey guys, apologies if this is a commonly asked question, but I've spent all day attempting to root my HTC Magic. I've tried methods such as fastboot (get a error message, tried Flashrec with an Amon Ra recovery, that didn't want to work either, and now I really dont know where to go. My phone details are as followed:
32A
HBOOT-1.76.0008 (SAPP10000)
CPLD-12
RADIO-6.35.08.19
Can anyone give me a set of instructions that will explain (the more detailed the better) how to Root my HTC Magic, and then install a custom ROM onto it? (looking to get 2.1 onto it) I've got the ADB up and running, so theres a start?
I would love you forever and ever, and perhaps give you a cookie?
thankyou in advance,
james
Erm... If you go into H-Boot (Volume Down + Power) You see 32A (bla bla bla) S-(ON/OFF) and then is it a 'H' or 'G'?
sirmudkip said:
Hey guys, apologies if this is a commonly asked question, but I've spent all day attempting to root my HTC Magic. I've tried methods such as fastboot (get a error message, tried Flashrec with an Amon Ra recovery, that didn't want to work either, and now I really dont know where to go. My phone details are as followed:
32A
HBOOT-1.76.0008 (SAPP10000)
CPLD-12
RADIO-6.35.08.19
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read forum, use search
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=627384
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Dear forum members, I’ve been using the HTC Magic for a few weeks now and I must say much to my satisfaction. The device is so much more responsive and compared to Windows Mobile, it is very fast.
When browsing the Android marketplace I found out that many apps need the device to be rooted.
My question is apart from the apps benefit whether or not to ROOT the device.
What more advantages does rooting offer? Does one really need it?
Thank you for helping me make up my mind!!
new to magic as well, coming from windows mobile, here are the advantages of rooting (for me atleast)
1. bluetooth file transfers - rec and send
2. wifi / bluetooth tether (tho i think there are some paid apps that allow non root users to do this now)
3. upgrades for restricted roms. for eg, my australian htc magic did not allow me to upgrade to google maps 3.1.1. but after rooting, no probs =)
Where can I find the steps to root my tmobile my touch? AKA htc magic.
I'm desperately seeking a forum with the steps to root the my touch (htc magic). Just got it in today and I cant find anything on rooting this phone. Where did you get the info on rooting your Australian magic? Any help is much appreciated!
Where can I find the steps to root my tmobile my touch? AKA htc magic.
Try this
http://android-dls.com/wiki/index.php?title=Magic_Rooting
all the information you need about the HTC Magic/Sapphire is here :
Newbie resource links for Sapphire/HTC Magic - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=529062
the mytouch cannot be rooted.... yet.....
check out the threads on "fixing the dreaded perfect spl"
MontAlbert said:
the mytouch cannot be rooted.... yet.....
check out the threads on "fixing the dreaded perfect spl"
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This is what I was looking for... It's not possible, yet? Not possible to get a HERO ROM on then is there?
Reeg said:
This is what I was looking for... It's not possible, yet? Not possible to get a HERO ROM on then is there?
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Not possible to root, so no ROM flashing or installing apps that need Root.
Clinton
Hi All, I had problem with Rooting too.
Aus 3 HTC Magic,
SAPPHIRE PVT 32A SHIP S-ON H
HBOOT-1.33.0009 (SAPP10000)
CPLD-12
RADIO-3.22.20.17
May 8 2009,21:02:32
I followed instructions on http://android-dls.com/wiki/index.php?title=Magic_Rooting,
however, the recovery rom won't boot on my machine. it stuck on the first HTC screen. (Upto step 11)
then i tried using recovery rom from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=530492, boots ok, so I made a backup (lucky I did that),
and throw in the update.zip from Magic Tutorial, reboot,
still no sucess, machine stuck on the first HTC screen again.
So I used the recovery rom by Amon_RA's to restore my machine.
Did I do anything wrong?
My adb was installed correctly, no problem running adb devices.
BTW, I've also tried method 2, it was sucessful, but killed wifi, so i restored again.
Try this guide worked perfect for me first time and since on both my Magics.
http://howardforums.com/showthread.php?t=1545226
Clinton
katsuya82 said:
Hi All, I had problem with Rooting too.
Aus 3 HTC Magic,
SAPPHIRE PVT 32A SHIP S-ON H
HBOOT-1.33.0009 (SAPP10000)
CPLD-12
RADIO-3.22.20.17
May 8 2009,21:02:32
I followed instructions on http://android-dls.com/wiki/index.php?title=Magic_Rooting,
however, the recovery rom won't boot on my machine. it stuck on the first HTC screen. (Upto step 11)
then i tried using recovery rom from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=530492, boots ok, so I made a backup (lucky I did that),
and throw in the update.zip from Magic Tutorial, reboot,
still no sucess, machine stuck on the first HTC screen again.
So I used the recovery rom by Amon_RA's to restore my machine.
Did I do anything wrong?
My adb was installed correctly, no problem running adb devices.
BTW, I've also tried method 2, it was sucessful, but killed wifi, so i restored again.
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Haykuro's ROM doesn't work on 32A boards. You can try daldroid's, Amon_RA's or the HOFO ROM. These are the non-Hero ROMs.
Hi all
Using instructions from here:
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/index.php/Full_Update_Guide_-_MT3G/Magic_Firmware_to_CyanogenMod
To downgrade my Vodafone UK 32B Magic from 1.6 to 1.5 but after trying to HBOOT with the SAPPIMG.nbh provided, it gets so far then fails saying 'Model ID Incorrect'.
What am I doing wrong?
Thanks in advance
Do u formatt your sdcard in FAT32 full mod? Not quick format!
fabioccoelho said:
Do u formatt your sdcard in FAT32 full mod? Not quick format!
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Yes I did. And just to be certain i've just done it again and I get the same error. It looks like it is doing it, then it says something like 'Checking signature' then the error comes up.
Do you put the sappimg.nbh in root of sdcard? Not in folder.
Yes, it finds the file. It is the only file on my SD card, not in a folder. It asks if I want to continue. Blue progress bar appears in the top right of the screen, it goes all the way (takes about 1-2 mins) then the message 'Model ID Incorrect' appears.
Man... try this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=547133
Hmmm. The reason I went to for http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/index.php/Full_Update_Guide_-_MT3G/Magic_Firmware_to_CyanogenMod as a set of instructions is it was all on one page, looked fairly simple and it was recommended by someone with the same phone as me.
The other link looks complicated and I haven't got a clue what it does.
Maybe you need create a Goldcard, and the other link can help you make this.
I think. It´s a tip.
Anyone got any further on how to downgrade 1.6 to 1.5 on a Vodafone 32B Magic without using the Goldcard method?
I'm suffering the same problem, is this problem documented anywhere else and apart from the GoldCard method are there any other solutions?
Hey guys I'm new to this android hacking scene but I've finally managed to do it after doing near enough everything the wrong way lol
I am also using the vodafone 32b UK phone (well its my sisters really ) and I also used the same 'CyanogenMod' guide to do what I wanted (root/custom roms at last!)
Before i go any further though... are you all wanting to downgrade to simply install custom roms etc.. or is it for different reasons?
If its for different reasons then I have no idea on how to downgrade but for the other thing then I can probably help you out! I won't waste my time typing it out yet though if its not what is needed..
Hi, yes I want to downgrade so I can install custom ROMs.
I too had this problem with a Vodafone UK 32B Magic trying the "Downgrading from 1.6 TO 1.5 and Rooting for T-Mobile MT3G" method.
But when I tried the alternative "Non-TMobile 32B Magics" method at that link, in other words using the Android SDK & fastboot to boot the cm-recovery-1.4, that worked like a dream.
So I didn't need to go the goldcard route.
This is good news sandersw.
Where is the easiest step by step for the method you suggest?
sandersw said:
I too had this problem with a Vodafone UK 32B Magic trying the "Downgrading from 1.6 TO 1.5 and Rooting for T-Mobile MT3G" method.
But when I tried the alternative "Non-TMobile 32B Magics" method at that link, in other words using the Android SDK & fastboot to boot the cm-recovery-1.4, that worked like a dream.
So I didn't need to go the goldcard route.
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Brilliant news!
I tried "Non-TMobile 32B Magics" and at Installation: (5) it wrote fastboot remote: not allow . suggestion? please
I have
SAPPHIRE unknown 32B SHIP S-ON G
HBOOT- 1.33.0007 (SAPP10000)
CPLD-10
RADIO- 2.22.19.26I
JUL 31 2009, 15:49:25
For those who will tell me to read: i did that and i still am a noob and i need help.
My device:
SAPPHIRE PVT 32A SHIP S-ON H
HBOOT-1.76.0007(SAPP10000)
CPLD-12
RADIO-6.35.07.29
Now my problem. I want to downgrade to a non perfected SPL, flash Amon Ra Recovery and if i can to flash a custom ROM. It seems like i am missing some things and i am afraid that i will brick my phone. There are so many posts with solutions that i can't decide what to follow. Thank you!
hmmm...there is this thing called a search button... learn to use it.
oshizzle1991 said:
hmmm...there is this thing called a search button... learn to use it.
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I did that allready but i cannot understand if there is a way of doing that or not. I think that this forum is for helping people.
I used this method for about six months ago, it's certainly more ways to root your sapphire but her is one.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyz7SZmt6dM
it does not hurt to read a bit here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=530492
Hi Guys.
I updated to the HTC Sense UI Rom, and it updated my Radio and SPL.
Can someone please point me to the correct link to Root the phone now, the current details of my phone are as follows:
Image Version 3.05.421.3
SAPPHIRE PVT 32A SHIP S-ON H
HBOOT-1.76.0009 (SAPP10000)
CPLD-12
RADIO-6.35.08.29
I previously had SPL 1.33.0010 and used FlashRec.apk with Amon Ra's Recovery Image for Sapphire c1.6.2H
Am I still able to use FlashRec, and is there a new Amon Ra Recovery Image I must use ... or do I need to do this another way now?
Any assistance will be helpful
Regards
Itai
Use the friggin search button. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=680359
keinengel said:
Use the friggin search button. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=680359
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Temper temper ... but thanks
And I asked because there are 2 billion methods, and I'd prefer to use the right one
What if his method isn't the right one?
FirstNoobToBrickHisPhone said:
What if his method isn't the right one?
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I trust you guys to know more than I do ... seems like it's a nice simple one with the right SPL ... only issue now for me, is how to I back up my old one first and is there a way to do it without the SDK cause my computer refuses to install it :/
Here full RUU froyo update for Sapphire
http://www.filefactory.com/file/b4d...obile_US_3.12.531.1_FRG83D_release_signed.exe
Enjoy!
Cool
Sent from my HTC Magic using XDA App
RUU says:
Code:
ModelID: SAPP30000
CIDNUM: T-MOB010
This means this RUU is ONLY FOR the MyTouch3g (Sapphire 32B)
Not sure what this is ? (i mean,what is a full RUU froyo update for Sapphire)???
The rule of thumb is if you don't know what something is, chances are YOU DON'T NEED IT.
This is the official update to Android 2.2.1 (no Sense) for the MyTouch3G, which is the american version of the Sapphire 32B. As your country is Serbia, where the 32A was distributed, you should stay away from this.
Yeah but i got my phone in Switzerland ,so i got a 32b sadly.
I'd like to try this...are there any spl/radio req.?
You're better off using one of the custom, rooted ROMs based on this.
Lol k
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Keep getting download unsuccessful
Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 3G using XDA App
Mirrored here: http://www.multiupload.com/MNJWXL0CX9
unable to root
so i installed this on my mt3g and it has unrooted my phone.
sapphire pvt 32b ship s-on g
hboot-1.33.0013 (sapp30000)
cpld-10
radio-2.22.28.25
oct 21 2009, 22:33:27
i've tried every method i could find (and understand) to try to reroot my phone to no avail.
ive done the unlockr method of downgrading using sappimg.nbh - including using a goldcard but i get an error that it failed and that its an older version (i just cant remember wat the exact message was)
ive done the universal unlocker thats supposed to work on the 2.2.1 but it freezes (super one click or somethign)
flashrec wont work obviously cuz i cant downgrade to 1.5
anything else i can try? im no expert obviously..but does this mean that i have to wait till a new, updated method is out to root my phone? since this is the latest tmobile release?
pakilord1211 said:
so i installed this on my mt3g and it has unrooted my phone.
sapphire pvt 32b ship s-on g
hboot-1.33.0013 (sapp30000)
cpld-10
radio-2.22.28.25
oct 21 2009, 22:33:27
i've tried every method i could find (and understand) to try to reroot my phone to no avail.
ive done the unlockr method of downgrading using sappimg.nbh - including using a goldcard but i get an error that it failed and that its an older version (i just cant remember wat the exact message was)
ive done the universal unlocker thats supposed to work on the 2.2.1 but it freezes (super one click or somethign)
flashrec wont work obviously cuz i cant downgrade to 1.5
anything else i can try? im no expert obviously..but does this mean that i have to wait till a new, updated method is out to root my phone? since this is the latest tmobile release?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=547133
i mean this pretty much says it all bro just read through it a couple times.
btw are you on 2.2?
thisishoot said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=547133
i mean this pretty much says it all bro just read through it a couple times.
btw are you on 2.2?
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What if I'm already on 2.2.1? What rom out there would be higher than that? I get the same Main Version Older message that they are? Is it referring to my hboot which is 1.33.0013?
did it...but ill try this
thisishoot said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=547133
i mean this pretty much says it all bro just read through it a couple times.
btw are you on 2.2?
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through settings i go to about phone and it says i have android version 2.2.1
i went through this process already but ill try it again because in the steps i took, i dont remember doing the reverse string thing. redownloading sappimg.zip now
appreciate the help
went through flashing sappimg...after a while it just says main version is older! update fail! do you want to reboot device?
ive rooted before and none of the processes ive used before are working. im thinking that i just need to be patient until a new method/adjustment comes out. but then again, im a newb.
So still new to rooting and custom roms and what not....bottom line is that this is for my T-Mobile mytouch 3g correct? I'm running the beatsmod from the forum runs pretty well I want to try this but I have a question do I need the new radio and spl? Or just flash in recovery mode?
can anyone give me an answer please?
Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 3G using XDA App
pakilord1211 said:
so i installed this on my mt3g and it has unrooted my phone.
sapphire pvt 32b ship s-on g
hboot-1.33.0013 (sapp30000)
cpld-10
radio-2.22.28.25
oct 21 2009, 22:33:27
i've tried every method i could find (and understand) to try to reroot my phone to no avail.
ive done the unlockr method of downgrading using sappimg.nbh - including using a goldcard but i get an error that it failed and that its an older version (i just cant remember wat the exact message was)
ive done the universal unlocker thats supposed to work on the 2.2.1 but it freezes (super one click or somethign)
flashrec wont work obviously cuz i cant downgrade to 1.5
anything else i can try? im no expert obviously..but does this mean that i have to wait till a new, updated method is out to root my phone? since this is the latest tmobile release?
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Lol . Search on the Android software development .. I think there are some apk`s that could help you with rooting ( or google one click root ) . After that you can instal a custom recovery by installing RomManager and install your desired recovery from there.
Hope I`ve made some sense ...Pm me if you don`t manage to do it.
bubert said:
Lol . Search on the Android software development .. I think there are some apk`s that could help you with rooting ( or google one click root ) . After that you can instal a custom recovery by installing RomManager and install your desired recovery from there.
Hope I`ve made some sense ...Pm me if you don`t manage to do it.
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ive done the superclick method and it went nowhere but i see some further instructions that ill try with it. if i can get it rooted, ill be bale to manage from there hopefully with the recovery and the roms. even the universal one click root apk is useless now since 2.2.1 has patched the loophole it used to use.
ill give it a shot..l
great...superoneclick worked for me...thats what i get for trying to do things too quick...i actually tried using this before but it didnt work and now i see the reason y (too stupid to read instructions)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
my phone is now rooted (i can grant superuser permissions)...now ill go on to installing a custom recovery and rom
sorry to those that had to put time into helping me due to me not doing my part and thanks for your help
and the beat goes on..
everything's getting weird now. my phone got rooted but i've been unable to install a custom recovery (amon_ra's). when i put in the appropriate command into terminal, i get an error that it failed or its not found and apparently its an issue with the root method that worked for me. yes i did use rom manager and flashed a recovery using rom manager but have been unable to boot into recovery. the tmobile screen comes up and the phone goes nowhere frmo there until i pull the battery and restart it.
now im trying another method to root and the whole sdk method is messing up. if i type fastboot devices into command prompt im told that theres a dsl missing. if i type adb shell or adb devices, adb is not a recognized command.
im considering accepting that all i can get is root and not a custom rom/recovery