Want a quick and easy way to root your phone? This tool uses the files included in your Motorola Triumph to grant it root privileges.
Be aware that I have not been able to test this on an un-rooted device, at least not yet. But I've run it over my Triumph at least a few dozen (hundred?) and doesn't appear to hurt it, so I'm almost ready to certify it safe. Standard disclaimers apply, you can read them when you start the program.
Requirements
A properly connected Motorola Triumph
Drivers already installed (pretty easy)
Windows (XP+)
Features
Simple rooting method
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Hello All:
I have had lots of fun learning from you guys and lurking. I have modified my homescreen and love running Go Launcher EX on my backflip. But now, I need more!
I have tried, without success, to root my Motorola Backflip on Mac. So I've come to the experts. I know its not the best android phone, but it's what I have until I am eligible for upgrade.
I have searched and found similar threads with no answers. Perhaps they were overlooked. I cannot use unrevoked because I own a Backflip.
Is there anyone here who has done it and can help? I would like to root, overclock and perhaps whatever the most stable Cyanogen rom is?
It is currently running the Motorola provided 2.1 upgrade with a few apps.
I am on Mac OSX 10.5
MB300
BLUR Version: 3.0.1390
Firmware. 2.1 -update1
Kernel: 2.6.29
Build number ERD70
I have downloaded ADB / SDK for Mac as well.
Thank you all, Any help is appreciated.
Surely one of the XDA geniuses has a solution to this...right?
Hey, I have neither the phone or a Mac but since I'm prepping to upgrade my friend's backflip from 1.5(!) to whatever the most stable rom is, this caught my attention.
I don't have any direct experience to offer you, but I have thought of a workaround to at least get you on a similar page as everyone else.
Your issue is that you have a Mac combined with a very unpopular phone so you really can't find simple easy solution to rooting and Rom(ing) your phone so I'm thinking that if you can switch your platform to something with universal instructions you can then go to the basics of using ADB to root your phone as I'm sure that there are guides for that.
So I'm thinking that you would use Ubuntu or an Ubuntu deriviative (as there are a few guides about achieving root and ADB through Ubuntu) and then find instructions for rooting your phone through ADB. It's a little bit of a workaround, but it's not as complicated as it sounds.
Best thing about this method is that you don't have to change anything to your computer as you can use a live CD or a Live USB to run Ubuntu from and then when you're done remove the disc or USB and reboot your computer and you're right back to your normal Mac experience.
First thing you'll need is to find an Ubuntu version that you want to use. I'd recommend 10.10 as 11.04 has some bugs from what I hear and instead of using Vanilla Ubuntu, use one of the skinned versions that come with lots of the visual and effective tasks already implemented (Sort of like HTC Sense over stock Android 1.6) I use Pinguy OS, click here for the review or a really popular version is Linux Mint.
Once that's done, look up instructions for using a Live CD on a Mac. Here's a Set
(You only need to do Step 2 & 3 once you download Linux Mint or Pinguy OS)
Now once you finally have Ubuntu/Pinguy/Linux Mint running,
review this Thread here on getting ADB set up for Ubuntu.
After that, you should be able to find instructions for rooting the Backflip using ADB and then you can play with Rom's to your hearts content.
Okay, I know this looks complicated but it's really pretty simple, it's more reading than actual work.
Read and learn about Ubuntu/Pinguy OS/Linux Mint
Download Version of your choice to a USB or a DVD
Boot into a Live version
Follow ADB in Ubuntu instructions to install it
Find out how to root your phone
Root Phone
Download Rom to root of card and install, enjoy and have fun.
Just remember that do all of your reading before you start, don't get confused about the different versions of Ubuntu because Ubuntu is just the basic not quite as pretty while Pinguy OS and Linux Mint are Ubuntu with some nice gloss and etc...and finally remember that nothing gets saved on your Live USB or Live CD so once you restart the computer, it's all gone so make sure you are rooted and satisfied before you exit the Session.
Once you get all the reading done and comprehended, it's probably not more than 15 minutes of work, if I wasn't in the process of moving, I'd follow the directions as best as I could to see how it works, but I probably won't be stable until next weekend at the earliest.
Good luck.
I thought about doind somethign like that but its just seemed like a REALLY roundabout way of doing something that looks so simple.
I will hold out for a more simple solution but if nothing comes up I guess that may be my only option...
Thanks
Sorry I couldn't come up with something that was more direct, but that was the only way I could think of to help you.
Why don't you try here? This Site is much more active for the Backflip and maybe you can get some better assistance.
i have a moto backflip rooted and running cyanogenMod 6 and it was a pain in the ass to root and have the rom put on. if you google "update motorola backflip 2.2" you should see something with the name "tech geek guy". he gives u step by step procedure to loading the rom. since we have a moto backflip, we cant use the z4root since the backflip doesnt allow outside market apps to be installed. but once u have this rom on your device, u can install outside apps. anyways. u have to use the one click method or watever its called. i used a pc and not a mac so this is as much info as i can give u. sorry.
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hi, is it conceivably possible to root a fone with something like connect-bot. since it's local command-line shell has access to the directory tree above /mnt/sdcard , couldnt someone download the files needed for the root to the fone via the web browser and copy them to the correct locations with something like connect bot ?
i am new to android so i am wondering if there is a hole in my theory ?
thanks,
Depends on the phone really. Some need to flash files you normally can't while OS is still up. Some, perhaps?
There are root deployment applications which can be ran on some phones
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thanks, i wonder if there is a roster of files that need to be updated/ replaced for rooting a 'samsung galaxy s2 epic 4g touch by sprint' (i hate that name).
the reason why i ask is because since android has a perfectly capable linux command-line and file browser then there is no need for windows. (i managed to install heimdall on fedora but i have a suspicion that the apb just runs the commands as if it was run directly on the fone).
Most of the phones need to connect into PC usb port... unfortunatelly
The way of rooting depends on which android version you are using. Some exploits allow applications to get root privilege; others, like psneuter(2.1) or zergRush(2.3.3) work restarting the ADBd with root privileges by making it believe it's running on a test(rooted) phone.
On the first case, I remember an application called "Universal Androot", which I used to root my first Android phone, SE Xperia X10 mini, when using Android 1.6. That app exploited some security error on the system, and gained root itself, so I rooted my phone without need of a computer. Also, for 2.3 API Level 9, I think GingerBreak has an android app which does the same.
For the second type(the most common), it's necessary to use a computer, as the only way to get the root privilege once exploited is via the ADB console "adb shell". The other processes will remain running with their original privileges.
^ thx for the explanation. kinda' like you cant upgrade the kernal of a running system.
hmm that would be nice if someone sort this out..
Like Z4?
HTC Thunderbolt running MIUI
sort of, but more related to android security: exploits like psneuter & zergRush attack ADBd to make it run as root. other exploits, like gingerbreak, give root privileges to the application which run the exploit(somehow equivalent to running "su" on the terminal)
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[Q] " DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit (v18) " rooting for the Atrix 4G(MB860) does it?
I not speak English. Everything is google translate. The conversation will be a little longer. Please note.
I use Ubuntu. I would like to work on Linux. I do not need a separate USB driver is aware of the fact. Configuration file was created.
"DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit (v18)" Can I use the rooting? My idea was supported from version 4. Version 18 seems to be even.
"DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit (v4)" is possible in the know. However, this is for Windows only. And my Atrix is the 2.3.5. (MB860) - kernel version : 2.6.32.9-00004-gfbc746e (In addition, my smart phone will be released in Korea.)
It goes down very large repair costs. My only one rooting for the success of smartphones Help.
I have a project right now where I need to create a way for someone to enter a phone model and be able to see what tool should be used to root it.
Are there any programs or anything that offer this sort of functionality?
I know that there are several tools such as Kingo that can root many phones with clear instructions.
I made an app that allows you to use ADB directly on your MTK device running android 4.x. So you don't need a PC to run commands. You can get an instant ADB shell on your device. What's more? This also gives you ADB with root access on some devices. No need for suspicious apps messing with your device's guts (temp files, new binaries, etc). I've been a victim of that long enough. This makes no change to your device. I'm trying to make people aware of this and this is the best place. If I show someone, they barely know what a terminal is, or ADB, let alone bash. I'm hoping it's full use can be appreciated here. Thanks.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fme.adb
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bt8BVaDCf0
http://slaycode.WordPress.com
No need for multiple threads on same topic,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software-hacking/app-mtk-adb-adb-directly-device-t3313315
I'll close this one.
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