Is it still possible to root the captivate if i flash to the new build? I just got this phone and I really want to do both of these..lol. Please someone let me know. I already downloaded the guide from this site. So I just want to know if I get the new build, is it possible to follow the same root instructions that are for 2.1? Thanks in advanced.
BlackTai said:
Is it still possible to root the captivate if i flash to the new build? I just got this phone and I really want to do both of these..lol. Please someone let me know. I already downloaded the guide from this site. So I just want to know if I get the new build, is it possible to follow the same root instructions that are for 2.1? Thanks in advanced.
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Yes it's still possible to root, but with a different ( more complicated ) method as of now. It's not the same as rooting on 2.1. You can find couple of threads regarding rooting froyo in development section.
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Hi, I've downloaded [I can't seem to link, but st0kes 2.1] and I'm a complete newb at hacking, and these forums. I want to install 2.1 but I also want to back-up my current OS (1.6) incase anything goes wrong.
Please give me a step by step guide for a newb to back up my OS, install 2.1 and restore if anything goes wrong.
- Thanks!
seakip said:
Hi, I've downloaded [I can't seem to link, but st0kes 2.1] and I'm a complete newb at hacking, and these forums. I want to install 2.1 but I also want to back-up my current OS (1.6) incase anything goes wrong.
Please give me a step by step guide for a newb to back up my OS, install 2.1 and restore if anything goes wrong.
- Thanks!
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use this guys guide http://theunlockr.com/2009/08/29/how-to-root-the-htc-magic-in-one-click/
i used that myself back in time
capychimp said:
use this guys guide http://theunlockr.com/2009/08/29/how-to-root-the-htc-magic-in-one-click/
i used that myself back in time
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Unless of course he has the new mytouch 1.2 and has no idea how to root... that guide is just going to confuse him
crypysmoker said:
Unless of course he has the new mytouch 1.2 and has no idea how to root... that guide is just going to confuse him
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true we know nothing without the info of his device
did u even tried search b4 posting ?!
srsly guys there should be rule for not making new thread until u reach a certain amount of posts :S
WWW.htc.com/us/support/hero-sprint/downloads/ FINALLY
Ummm.......
This is almost as bad as the "hey it looks like 2.1will be released on such and such a date" threads
I had a bit of trouble with the link opening into an email so i reposted it. Thanks.
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Well, if you're rooted - I wouldn't do this. I don't know if you'll ever be able to get root again.
If you're not rooted - I'm not quite sure why you're here.
there is already three threads for this. download is very slow. anybody mirror yet?
Lets say I rooted my phone just so I could use the 2.1 ROMs people have here before the release, and I don't care if my phone is rooted or not, can I just install this ROM on a rooted phone or does it need to be "de-rooted" first?
celato said:
Lets say I rooted my phone just so I could use the 2.1 ROMs people have here before the release, and I don't care if my phone is rooted or not, can I just install this ROM on a rooted phone or does it need to be "de-rooted" first?
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As long as you don't care if you ever see root again, you can run the RUU no matter how you have your phone configured.
At OP,
I merged both threads that you created for this subject. Please do not double post. Thanks.
I have an HTC Eris and have rooted it using the KaosFroyo Rom. Everything works great.
I need to know how to update my Rom from version 35 to 37-- what steps do I need to take. And will this update wipe all my current settings or is there a way to save them?
Thanks!
Joe
I have been asking a similar question in these forums about how to update my rom and keep my settings but for some reason no one will help and answer. Please let me know if you find out.
Hi Guys
This is a good day since I got the inspire. I have been rooting phones for more then a year. Nexus one and Captivate
All I need is to understand what am I doing.
q. What is s-off?
q. why do I need to downgrade and what is that in general?
q. what is the gold card?
q, what is the best way to root my phone.
I know that this is a really annoying noob questions but I will really appreciated some info.
Thank you guys
Q: What is s-off?
A: S-OFF is a trigger in Android that tells your phone you can mess with it. It allows you to flash ROMs and kernels and whatever else you would like. You have to have it to root.
Q: Why do I need to downgrade and what is that in general?
A: You need to downgrade to get S-OFF. Downgrading is installing another rom that let's you get S-OFF.
Q: What is the gold card?
A: A gold card lets you downgrade.
Q: What is the best way to root my phone.
A: Almost ready for a release.
Mmmmm
What is the best way again
I dont see a download link for the easy root. Can u help?
Coming soon.
Ok. What do i do right now?
Look for attn post on hacking the inspire and getting root etc.. follow those directions and you'll be fine. In the future searching can help you answer your questions as well.
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App
moved to general as not android development
the only way to root your phone is to follow the instructions in attn1s hack kit. it comes with all the tools necessary for rooting/installing a custom rom onto your phone. there are detailed instructions, and if you need any help, visit the link in my sig.
Running Android ICS 4.0.3 and Build Number IMLL74K.US_epad-9.2.1.21-20120413
Every method of rooting I find has nothing to do with ICS, could someone help me on my marry way, I would really appreciate it. I just want to do a basic root, so that I can maybe change the kernal and pep up the CPU a bit.
Help would be rewarded :-D
ViperMod in the Prime form works for all but the latest firmware otherwise you have to downgrade first
And for future reference search first and questions go in Q&A not themes and apps
mrevankyle said:
ViperMod in the Prime form works for all but the latest firmware otherwise you have to downgrade first
And for future reference search first and questions go in Q&A not themes and apps
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Sorry about posting in the wrong forum, I should know better, but I have tried downgrading and it does not work, it seems like once you are on 4.0.3 you are stuck. I just tried this method right here and got nowhere, it says nothing about an update being available...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1106587
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Sorry about posting in the wrong forum, I should know better, but I have tried downgrading and it does not work, it seems like once you are on 4.0.3 you are stuck. I just tried this method right here and got nowhere, it says nothing about an update being available...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1106587
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Take a look at this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=25385687
baseballfanz said:
Take a look at this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=25385687
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Thanks and I did thank you, I am trying this now, I am guessing I want ICS .11, since that one is still rootable. I am trying it now, I cant believe I got this it was already on 4.03. Why do people upgrade just to upgrade... jerks.
I will let you know how this goes.
I think .17 is rootable with ViperMod also or you could just do Wolf's method 3 which let you install the recovery blob via abd and flashing the su afterward with cwm
Yeah, I actually went with the .11 Blog backup, and then rooted it without any problem at all, now just what to do, what to do... I do appreciate everyone who helped out, thanks much.