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[Q] extreme noob... need help

I am hoping I can get step by step instructions so I can put custom roms on my HTC sensation. Do I need a new radio? S-off? Recovery? I'm a little scared but I definitely want the most out of my phone. Please be as detailed as possible and please don't assume I know anything. Thank you for your time, info, and patience.

Search. Read. There's like 10 posts like this every day.
There is a detailed sticky in the development section.
I mean seriously what more do u want? If ur scared don't do it.
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Really? Don't think that was necessary. I'm just trying to get detailed instructions. Ive searched and read. Most posts are very nice but they assume you know the basics. Just want an "front to back" if possible.

Dude seriously, there is a guide just for noobs if you search. Nobody is gonna flash it for you son.
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The guide is as detailed as possible, what else do you need? How to press a button? How long to press it?
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Wow... never mind. I have looked and looked and maybe I just haven't came across the right post. I'm trying people. Forgive me for being ignorant I guess. Guess saying please and thank you is no longer appreciated. Forget it. Geez...

joshnaomi said:
Wow... never mind. I have looked and looked and maybe I just haven't came across the right post. I'm trying people. Forgive me for being ignorant I guess. Guess saying please and thank you is no longer appreciated. Forget it. Geez...
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You asked a question which is answered at least once or twice everyday, what do you expect? On top of that there's a sticky thread on the development section which only needs copy and pasting.
Sent from my own custom Rom for sensation. 200mb free :3

2 PEOPLE JUST TOLD U WHERE TO FIND THE THREAD! ARE U SERIOUS.?!?!?
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There is a link in the development section. I followed it and did everything in about 1-2 hours. Good luck. I found that the biggest hurdle in the process was my computer detecting the phone. So if you need drivers go download the HTC Sync.

I am in need of a guide on how to go pee in the toilet in my house. Any help?
Any way, here is a good idea. If there is something that you are having a hard time understanding. Like the meaning of a word. Let's take for instance the word s-off. All you have to do is open a browser and type in Google. What is s-off. You will get a definition for it. So, go to the sticky in the forums that explains how to root and
ROM your cell. And open a separate browser and use it to understand the words that you are having a hard time knowing. I had a problem in the beginning also. I am the type of person that needs to know why and how instead of just doing what the directions plainly spell out for us. It's not that I couldn't do it without knowing why things are the way that they are. I just needed the comfort of the knowledge behind it all. And now, I am desperately trying to figure out how to become a developer. All while raising a family and working ridiculous hours. But, I have a so called smart phone. And a tablet. So, basically I have a plethora of knowledge at my finger tips at almost any time. You have to understand some people's frustration with these questions. It gets dauntingly overwhelming more and more every day. The forums are not welfare. They are not something to be taken lightly. And we are never to expect that everything should be handed to us. If some one here was to explain in absolute detail and hold your hand through the entire process. You would not learn much and you would not get the most out of your phone. You can only get the most out of it when you feel the satisfaction of knowing that you put some real time into getting it to work just so for your needs. Otherwise, you will truly not appreciate it. Also, if hand holding went on every day, then it would become an expectation of every other no dev that they deserve help. Kind of like the majority of life long welfare recipients. They get offended when it gets taken away and they feel entitled to it. I know, because I know some one that views it that way. Because things have been handed to them almost all there life. It's not cool. Now, go and read until you are confident that you can do this. It truly is a very easy thing. It seems overwhelming. But when you look back, you will say to turn self. Realty? I actually tried to get people to help me to do this? You will feel ashamed. But at the same time you will feel accomplished and will be able to possibly give back to the community in some way. Any way, that is just how I see it.
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If you put that much energy into being helpful as you just did being a jerk, maybe people like me would see how easy it really is. I've successfully flashed roms on my hd2, im just a little intimidated by the whole s-off thing so bite me. Thanks xdalite for being civilized. To everyone else, I'm a woman who is slightly hesitant to risk bricking a $400 phone. I realize everyone takes that risk, but because I only know how to do it one way, I wanted comments that were directed toward me and not on a general post. I'm not an idiot. Forgive the little people, oh wise ones.

MAn just click the Link in my signature and get to the guide. ITS NOOB PROOF!
I apologise on behalf of other users . everyone was a noob once, android, what the hell is android??? that what i said exactly 10 months ago. never used it before that, ive come a long way now!
If you follow the guide, the risks are very minimal.
Whatever u do, do not do step 5 of the guide, there is a risk of bricking, i semi-bricked but recovered.
steps 1 - 4 of my guide
i have yet to find someone who has bricked it using those steps, and i dont think u will be the first either

Thank you so very much. I'm going to try it today. Seriously ... thanks so much.

Jaytronics said:
I am in need of a guide on how to go pee in the toilet in my house. Any help?
Any way, here is a good idea. If there is something that you are having a hard time understanding. Like the meaning of a word. Let's take for instance the word s-off. All you have to do is open a browser and type in Google. What is s-off. You will get a definition for it. So, go to the sticky in the forums that explains how to root and
ROM your cell. And open a separate browser and use it to understand the words that you are having a hard time knowing. I had a problem in the beginning also. I am the type of person that needs to know why and how instead of just doing what the directions plainly spell out for us. It's not that I couldn't do it without knowing why things are the way that they are. I just needed the comfort of the knowledge behind it all. And now, I am desperately trying to figure out how to become a developer. All while raising a family and working ridiculous hours. But, I have a so called smart phone. And a tablet. So, basically I have a plethora of knowledge at my finger tips at almost any time. You have to understand some people's frustration with these questions. It gets dauntingly overwhelming more and more every day. The forums are not welfare. They are not something to be taken lightly. And we are never to expect that everything should be handed to us. If some one here was to explain in absolute detail and hold your hand through the entire process. You would not learn much and you would not get the most out of your phone. You can only get the most out of it when you feel the satisfaction of knowing that you put some real time into getting it to work just so for your needs. Otherwise, you will truly not appreciate it. Also, if hand holding went on every day, then it would become an expectation of every other no dev that they deserve help. Kind of like the majority of life long welfare recipients. They get offended when it gets taken away and they feel entitled to it. I know, because I know some one that views it that way. Because things have been handed to them almost all there life. It's not cool. Now, go and read until you are confident that you can do this. It truly is a very easy thing. It seems overwhelming. But when you look back, you will say to turn self. Realty? I actually tried to get people to help me to do this? You will feel ashamed. But at the same time you will feel accomplished and will be able to possibly give back to the community in some way. Any way, that is just how I see it.
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Thank you so much. I know it has to be frustrating for everyone when noobs ask questions over and over and i get it, but trust me, its not laziness or ignorance, its just the will to be thorough and informed just as you mentioned. Thanks again.

Step by step

Guys i know some people here are already using android for a long time(days,weeks,months & years). I am new on android comm. And it took me 14hrs to figure out how can i root my atrix 2. Isn't it great if we can come up with a solid step by step,how to root and unlock bootloader for atrix 2. I know theres a bunch of ways how to do it but let's just consider those new comers. Lets make it easy step by step. What do u think guys?
Sent from my MB865 Atrix 2 rooted

2 threads down.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1327741

i know it sounds really like that. i'm just new here. so it would probably take me more than 2 hrs to root everything. i did some research about the terminology and everything coz every terms you guys using freaks my head out. Lol but anyways i ended up doing it right. i am just concerned for those new comers. i appreciate you thoughts man.
Thanks.

itskjo said:
i know it sounds really like that. i'm just new here. so it would probably take me more than 2 hrs to root everything. i did some research about the terminology and everything coz every terms you guys using freaks my head out. Lol but anyways i ended up doing it right. i am just concerned for those new comers. i appreciate you thoughts man.
Thanks.
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what method did you use to root it?
you should have just downloaded the oneclickroot, unzipped it, plug your phone in, double kick the bat file, let it run and follow the onscreen directions.
takes about 5 minutes and works fine.

THE SEARCH BUTTON IS YOUR BEST FRIEND HERE. As for the step by step ...this thread contains just what you're asking for, do a lil research first.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1327741

14 hours to check debugging, install a usb driver file, and then run one click....
Well I guess if you are a noob then technically it could happen. My wife is a noob and she would never know how to figure it out.
Just think if this process included Android SDK and ABD, then you would be hosed. Always check the Development Tab first because they usually follow up with a youtube video for instructions. If you still have issues then ping us in the general section. Some people like to help while others will flame you, throw rotten tomatoes, point and laugh.
Any who, congrats on the root and welcome to the very disfunctional XDA family!

cheetablaze said:
Some people like to help while others will flame you, throw rotten tomatoes, point and laugh.
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So true. It took me about 4 months of checking everyday before I joined and then I don't remember how long before my first post. The OG forums were brutal to noobs LoL

Guys thanks a lot i am just concerned for those new comers and not into techy toys....well it took 14hrs to figure out everything coz i have to study ur terminology which is a big bomb for me....i am an iphone user for 3years so its kinda hard for me a lil bit to jump up...well u guys r right one click exploit really works....maybe for those new comers it would nice to also include some terminolgy we guys using here...i apprec8 ur comments...some people see its as a stupid question but i don't care.....
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This site is a hacker enthusiasts one. People expecting excessive hand holding really don't need to be messing with their phones anyway. It sounds rude but it's true. Those of us who have spent the time learning how to root an Android phone and install a kernel or rom have paid our dues. Everyone should.

gunnyman said:
This site is a hacker enthusiasts one. People expecting excessive hand holding really don't need to be messing with their phones anyway. It sounds rude but it's true. Those of us who have spent the time learning how to root an Android phone and install a kernel or rom have paid our dues. Everyone should.
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I don't think so, Man isn't android part of the open source community? If so, i don't see anything wrong overwriting some kernels and custom roms....
Sent from my Atrix 2 sim unlocked & rooted

itskjo said:
I don't think so, Man isn't android part of the open source community? If so, i don't see anything wrong overwriting some kernels and custom roms....
Sent from my Atrix 2 sim unlocked & rooted
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neither do I, but people who want everything handed to them on a silverplatter and spoonfed to them have no business being here IMHO

gunnyman said:
neither do I, but people who want everything handed to them on a silverplatter and spoonfed to them have no business being here IMHO
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Dude again this thread only concerns for new comers and i am pretty sure youve been to the noob stage too...
Sent from my Atrix 2 sim unlocked & rooted

gunnyman said:
This site is a hacker enthusiasts one. People expecting excessive hand holding really don't need to be messing with their phones anyway. It sounds rude but it's true. Those of us who have spent the time learning how to root an Android phone and install a kernel or rom have paid our dues. Everyone should.
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Agreed, man.

This topic is such a hot button for me.

itskjo said:
Dude again this thread only concerns for new comers and i am pretty sure youve been to the noob stage too...
Sent from my Atrix 2 sim unlocked & rooted
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I dont think he wasn't tryin to bash ya I'm sure he was just saying do some research before started a thread when there is already one that has step by step details on how to root in the development section that's all

JRW 28 said:
I dont think he wasn't tryin to bash ya I'm sure he was just saying do some research before started a thread when there is already one that has step by step details on how to root in the development section that's all
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+1
I read for months before monkeying with my first android.
Sent from my MB865

itskjo said:
Guys i know some people here are already using android for a long time(days,weeks,months & years). I am new on android comm. And it took me 14hrs to figure out how can i root my atrix 2. Isn't it great if we can come up with a solid step by step,how to root and unlock bootloader for atrix 2. I know theres a bunch of ways how to do it but let's just consider those new comers. Lets make it easy step by step. What do u think guys?
Sent from my MB865 Atrix 2 rooted
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How much more solid does it need to be? If you had read the thread on how to root the phone, the steps are laid out clear as day. There isn't a how to on how to unlock the bootloader because it can't be unlocked yet.

Bricked one phone.. Got replacement. Need Help

Okay so I had a G2x and tried rooting it and I think i did something wrong. With all these instructions ramble on about one thing and another hard for me to really understand all the correct steps.
So can I please have someone give me a hand with this? As in a step by step process of everything? This is my second G2X brand new from T-Mobile has the Gingerbread 2.3.3. So if anyone can actually tell me step by step and what files I am going to need so I don't brick this one because 300USD is getting expensive.

u payed for ur replacement? lol
use the one click flash nvidia tool, to flash the clockworkmod, you dont evne have to root it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kG08Uc8pQT0

yeah I had to pay for a second one. GRRR T-Mo actually checks their phones with sprint if I bricked or something just dip it in water and send it in. They would never check to see if you rooted it. So anyways do I install Clockwork or only do the steps in the video with the nv flasher?
And whats the best rom? I really like the looks of MIUI sorta looks like my wifes iPhone.

i think you screwed yourself on this one... this phone is like virtually unbrickable, nvflash should be able to bring you out of any soft bricks you might run into and ive run into a fair share of them and never had a problem...
i would recommend you sift though the development section and read all of the tutorials and have a very good understanding of what you are doing instead of having someone spoonfeed you everything when you really dont know what you are doing... (im a high school math teacher and cannot stand it when students are just spoonfed information because in the end they really dont understand what they are doing)
start here though http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1056847

Yeah, what he said. maybe you shouldn't be messing with your phone if you don't understand the implications.

JHaste said:
(im a high school math teacher and cannot stand it when students are just spoonfed information because in the end they really dont understand what they are doing)
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Best thing I've ever read. It helps shine a light on why so many people almost daily are asking for help on how to do something when this forum is riddled with tutorials. I personally stopped helping months ago with any questions on how to root or flash or just anything that there are tutorials for. It just gets crazy redundant.
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Beekersguy said:
Yeah, what he said. maybe you shouldn't be messing with your phone if you don't understand the implications.
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JHaste said:
(im a high school math teacher and cannot stand it when students are just spoonfed information because in the end they really dont understand what they are doing)
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guitarist5122 said:
+1
Best thing I've ever read. It helps shine a light on why so many people almost daily are asking for help on how to do something when this forum is riddled with tutorials. I personally stopped helping months ago with any questions on how to root or flash or just anything that there are tutorials for. It just gets crazy redundant.
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Then why even post in here? Don't be a ****. Even more frustrating than people who can't use a search feature are people too uptight and high-strung to help someone. Yeah, maybe the OP could have found the answer himself. But he's obviously been following a tutorial (likely in this very forum) that's not working for him (hence his replacement phone). The guy just needs two seconds of help from someone. In the amount of time it took me to copy/paste the following links, I could have torn him a new one thirty times over. But I'm not a ****. So, if you absolutely HAVE to post here, at least make it constructive. Incessant *****ing does no good for anyone.
To the OP:
Firstly, you'll need to flash CWM. This is super simple, given you're on a PC. If you're on Mac, things will get tricky (i.e. virtual Linux environment, headaches, etc).
Next, you can find an easy to follow rooting method here. It even has an unroot .zip option given you have to send your phone in again (will save you another $300 ).
And of course, you can PM me if you need any help. If these are the steps you have already followed, here's a YouTube video with some visuals. When I'm stuck on something, that usually helps me a lot.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CEjInNY5Y0
Good luck!

Uhhhh... i really dont understand how i was being a ****... I simply stated that he should have a holistic understanding of what hes doing before he starts tinkering because the figure it out as you go method can lead to a 300 dollar paper weight. Not to mention I pointed him in the right direction to start....
All I did was give a bit of advice that I felt was in his best interest and then sent him on his way...
If you think what I originally posted was flaming then you clearly have never seen me tear somebody a new one lol

Dont worry man
sent from my Sensation XD

ericalanMICHAEL said:
Then why even post in here? Don't be a ****. Even more frustrating than people who can't use a search feature are people too uptight and high-strung to help someone.
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Cuz I thought what he said was funny and agreed. I didnt realize the average joe had the right to question peoples right to agree and post. Don't get self-righteous on us.
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ericalanMICHAEL said:
Then why even post in here? Don't be a ****. Even more frustrating than people who can't use a search feature are people too uptight and high-strung to help someone. Yeah, maybe the OP could have found the answer himself. But he's obviously been following a tutorial (likely in this very forum) that's not working for him (hence his replacement phone). The guy just needs two seconds of help from someone. In the amount of time it took me to copy/paste the following links, I could have torn him a new one thirty times over. But I'm not a ****. So, if you absolutely HAVE to post here, at least make it constructive. Incessant *****ing does no good for anyone.
To the OP:
Firstly, you'll need to flash CWM. This is super simple, given you're on a PC. If you're on Mac, things will get tricky (i.e. virtual Linux environment, headaches, etc).
Next, you can find an easy to follow rooting method here. It even has an unroot .zip option given you have to send your phone in again (will save you another $300 ).
And of course, you can PM me if you need any help. If these are the steps you have already followed, here's a YouTube video with some visuals. When I'm stuck on something, that usually helps me a lot.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CEjInNY5Y0
Good luck!
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They are being difficult. What they realize is that the OP has already stated that he's bricked one device because he cannot follow directions. He obviously does not know what he's doing, and has problems following instructions because, as he put it..they go on and on... In the end even if he successfully roots his phone, he may wind up causing himself problems by having access to system files because it's obvious he doesn't really know what he's doing. Everyone shouldn't root. If you cannot follow the simple instructions to root without "bricking" a device, and you cannot follow simple instructions to bring the device back to an operational state, then perhaps rooting is not for you (OP). It just sounds like he is going to cause himself even more problems.

mysterioustko said:
They are being difficult. What they realize is that the OP has already stated that he's bricked one device because he cannot follow directions. He obviously does not know what he's doing, and has problems following instructions because, as he put it..they go on and on... In the end even if he successfully roots his phone, he may wind up causing himself problems by having access to system files because it's obvious he doesn't really know what he's doing. Everyone shouldn't root. If you cannot follow the simple instructions to root without "bricking" a device, and you cannot follow simple instructions to bring the device back to an operational state, then perhaps rooting is not for you (OP). It just sounds like he is going to cause himself even more problems.
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^^this... root access to phones is not a hand out, it has to be earned, and you earn it by educating yourself about your device and its capabilities and by following simple instructions...

sabwjawdjw said:
yeah I had to pay for a second one. GRRR T-Mo actually checks their phones with sprint if I bricked or something just dip it in water and send it in. They would never check to see if you rooted it. So anyways do I install Clockwork or only do the steps in the video with the nv flasher?
And whats the best rom? I really like the looks of MIUI sorta looks like my wifes iPhone.
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I can't believe no one has said this yet.
Most phones have water sensors, so dipping it in water would just void the warranty. Sorry if you were joking. But as many have said, it's pretty easy to flash the phone back to normal so the TMobile doesn't know it's been hacked. Did you ask here first?

I am thankful for all the responses. Sorry if I caused grief and headache to anyone. I was finally able to get my phone rooted giving the information that someone provided to me on here. I sent him a PM to personally thank him.
By all means I should probably be *****ed at if I don't follow instructions very well. I have always considered myself a visual learner. If I don't have hands on and able to see it done, it really complicates things for me. I guess you can call it a disability.
Anyways I have come from a long line to HTC which I can say is way different in rooting then these phones. I root them to begin with to get rid of all the stupid software T-Mobile places in my phone and to normally switch to CM7 which I have found out is giving me problems which I am currently trying to figure out.
So please negative comments and put downs are always accepted it comes with the questions. But I don't want to sound like an ass or anything when I say this because I mean it in the upmost respect to everyone, but isn't this a forum? A community forum?
Someone once had to show you, all I did was ask for the same help. And this whole GSM network ways of doing things is different from my typical Sprint CDMA network that I am used to. Everything was pretty much the same when it came to that.
Again please I AM VERY SORRY truly if I caused any problems. Please don't be upset at me. Thanks.

I don't think anyone is upset with you. We're all here to contribute and help. Have fun with your rooted G2X

sabwjawdjw said:
Okay so I had a G2x and tried rooting it and I think i did something wrong. With all these instructions ramble on about one thing and another hard for me to really understand all the correct steps.
So can I please have someone give me a hand with this? As in a step by step process of everything? This is my second G2X brand new from T-Mobile has the Gingerbread 2.3.3. So if anyone can actually tell me step by step and what files I am going to need so I don't brick this one because 300USD is getting expensive.
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Don't feel bad. I bricked mine upgrading to GB, and I'm still not sure what went wrong. I got it fixed for free by sending it into LG.

sabwjawdjw said:
I am thankful for all the responses. Sorry if I caused grief and headache to anyone. I was finally able to get my phone rooted giving the information that someone provided to me on here. I sent him a PM to personally thank him.
By all means I should probably be *****ed at if I don't follow instructions very well. I have always considered myself a visual learner. If I don't have hands on and able to see it done, it really complicates things for me. I guess you can call it a disability.
Anyways I have come from a long line to HTC which I can say is way different in rooting then these phones. I root them to begin with to get rid of all the stupid software T-Mobile places in my phone and to normally switch to CM7 which I have found out is giving me problems which I am currently trying to figure out.
So please negative comments and put downs are always accepted it comes with the questions. But I don't want to sound like an ass or anything when I say this because I mean it in the upmost respect to everyone, but isn't this a forum? A community forum?
Someone once had to show you, all I did was ask for the same help. And this whole GSM network ways of doing things is different from my typical Sprint CDMA network that I am used to. Everything was pretty much the same when it came to that.
Again please I AM VERY SORRY truly if I caused any problems. Please don't be upset at me. Thanks.
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Do not sweat the whiners. Here is the way I look at it... It is a forum for developers. I can not develop crap, so I try to do my part by being helpful when I can. Everyone here was brand new at one point. Make sure you do your part by reading as much as you can. If you still have questions/issues, send me a PM.

Why does every noob question get followed up with a bunch bullshizz. We were all noobs at one point, I remember when my Huawei ascend scared me. Nothing is worse than bricking your phone and being upset than a bunch of know it all asses being pricks. Is the g2x forum the only one full of d-ckheads? I've never heard so much whining and holier than thou bs. I'm surprised we have any devs, ungrateful bunch of *****es. Wah, nvidia never, wah, everyone else has ics, wah, that noob asked a question, wah, I suck. I love my g2x, it's a typical musclecar, way over powered and finicky as hell. The g2x is not a beginners device, this is for big boys and girls. I wonder what the whiners would do if they owned a ferrari? Newsflash, they break down, a lot! I remember when xda was where you went for help and support, now I come here to be entertained by the ignorance of the know it alls. Go ahead, blast me, I'm a writer for an Android website and I'll make it painful. OK, then, how bout all these new roms and updates? It's like the g2x is reborn. Hey, wait a minute, I thought the g2x was a useless, unsupported piece of ka ka? Frickin morons!
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Well first I am glad you were able to fix the phone however I understand knowledgeable people get frustrated because this phone is simple to root. With a phone that has been out this long there is no reason anyone can not find out what to do on there own.
There are so many YouTube videos and forums like this. You are not the second person to too your phone or to brick it so why create a new post looking for help when you can simply Google it. I know your lazy and expect someone else to do your work for you.
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&...9l19l0l3l3l0l1535l5020l1.0.3.0.2.2.1.0.1l10l0
See plenty of info on the subject I am sure one of these other people have been helped.
This is why devs are tired of these questions they have been answered over and over. You may find this mean to say but you most likely found this forum by using Google so use it to fix your phone. Stop wasting peoples time by being lazy and use your head.
Sent from my LG-P999 using xda premium

The problem is this. Ppl dont know how to research their issue. Also ppl in our generation cant seem to follow directions worth ****. I was the same way. I learned on my g1. Rooted it successful and then bricked my friends. Over the years ive learned alot about computers/phone/cdma flashing. Playing with the big boys. You develop problem solving skills that you can apply outside of this. It truly makes you smarter. So yea. Maybe we are know it all asses.
sent from an HTC sensation on CM7 alpha #10

Greetings and such...

Greetings everyone!
I've been doing massive 'net research on rooting my MT4G, and the one site that kept popping up was this one. So, I read the 'what to do..' thread and will discover my chipset and such later (my place of employment is (barely) on a 2G network). I've had my phone for 13 mos now without too many problems, running Go Launcher as opposed to Sense, and the Go sms.
Looks like I have some reading to do here, and hopefully with 13 mos or so with this phone I'll be able to lend some advice back.
One thing that troubles me is that in the last few months, I've noticed an increase in the 'Recovered from an abnormal reset' messages. I haven't read everything yet, but if anyone can lend an idea on this one, I would be most appreciative.
Thanks,
Skeebs

Welcome. Thanks for doing research. I'm not sure what to tell you about the "recovered from abnormal restart" message. A factory reset might be what you need. Ideas anyone?

You're probably right on the factory reset. I've been pondering that one for a while, and have just been a little lazy about it. Then again I might hold off until I'm decided on whether to root or not, which won't take long either.

That's understandable. One thing you may want to do is root, and then use something like Titanium Backup to backup any important program data you have like gamesaves, settings, etc. Remember though that the more you restore, the better chance you have of causing the problem, or even a new one, all over again.
I like this guy. He doesn't ask stupid questions and uses the thanks button.

And take it from someone who did the HTC unlocking update to unlock your bootloader... PLEASE dont go that route.. if you choose to root, do it with the methods here, they are far too simple, something I realized only after i did the HTC official unlocking method. Use this site for everything you do to ur phone..
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Thanks for the advice and nice comments! I learned a long time ago when seeking knowledge on a forum such as this, it pays to do a little reading before posting and pay a little respect to those whom assist.
I'm going to follow your advice this weekend, first rooting, then backing up and then the factory reset. I plan on following the guides and resources here to a tee and will let you all know how it goes. Thanks again!

Good luck all of us are here to help if you need it don't hesitate to ask.
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And this, people, is how a thread should look!

Oh joy, anyone want to guess which chip I have? Should this be a stop sign or should I trust my generally above average skills to pull this off?
It's never easy, is it....

skeebercat said:
Oh joy, anyone want to guess which chip I have? Should this be a stop sign or should I trust my generally above average skills to pull this off?
It's never easy, is it....
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Ouch u now have a 75-25% chance if u have insurance call n trade it in
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skeebercat said:
Oh joy, anyone want to guess which chip I have? Should this be a stop sign or should I trust my generally above average skills to pull this off?
It's never easy, is it....
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My wife and I both have the "bad" emmc. Both are rooted. Both are over a year old. Both work. Your chance of bricking early is statistically higher. But I wouldn't worry about it. I've rooted 3 MT4G's using gfree. None have had issues.

skeebercat said:
Oh joy, anyone want to guess which chip I have? Should this be a stop sign or should I trust my generally above average skills to pull this off?
It's never easy, is it....
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I have the bad one as well, Ive flashed at least 10 roms in the last couple weeks...but ive always been a risk taker...also, there are others that are more knowledgeable than i am, that believe the "bad chip" is overrated. I don't know either way..
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I guess the good news is that I still carry the insurance. If something goes terribly wrong, I could always have the wife back the Camry over it....
Not to mention, if this chip was going to fail, I tend to think it would have already. I worked outside every day last year in an extremely brutal heatwave, streaming music, quick recharging in a hot black truck, etc. I've pushed this thing further than I thought it could go and it hasn't failed yet (save the battery, I had to replace it after the summer).
The rewards outway the risks, so I shall drive on. Thanks for your feedback!
I kinda have that excited tingly feeling that I had before I built my first pc back in the late 90's...

Awesome thead guys! I had almost forgotten what it's like to have a respectful exchange of posts! Feels nice
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I also had a Mt4g with the "bad chip" there is some truth to the name. After probably 30 flashes she had enough and just stopped booting. However I am very hard on my phones. So pick a ROM you like and stick with it and you'll be fine.
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Opinions on rooting HTC One X.

I am exchanging my 3.18 One X for a 2.20. I am very excited to root and learn and hopefully not brick too much.
What are your opinions on rooting and experiences with the HTC One X?
Has it been a fun time full of enjoyable learning and sweet ROM's? What are your favorite ROM's and why?

Stormlotus said:
I am exchanging my 3.18 One X for a 2.20. I am very excited to root and learn and hopefully not brick too much.
What are your opinions on rooting and experiences with the HTC One X?
Has it been a fun time full of enjoyable learning and sweet ROM's? What are your favorite ROM's and why?
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You won't regret it. Best experience ever.
You will get mad.... And disappointed.... but it's so worth it.
-Sugardaddy Duncan

Unless you're impatient you'll like rooting... Take it slow and don't brick your phone.
Not allowed to post what your favorite ROMs are really... Mine is in my signature.

If you have to ask then maybe it's best you don't.
Not insulting you, but inexperienced users are just generally...annoying, especially if they don't read and immediately call for help. Before you decide, go read the rooting thread's instructions. Then read the comments about people who have had problems. Ask yourself if you could solve problems like this if it came down to it. If you decide you want to, go for it!

just root the phone

Mister J said:
If you have to ask then maybe it's best you don't.
Not insulting you, but inexperienced users are just generally...annoying, especially if they don't read and immediately call for help. Before you decide, go read the rooting thread's instructions. Then read the comments about people who have had problems. Ask yourself if you could solve problems like this if it came down to it. If you decide you want to, go for it!
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This. However, on one hand he did go so far to exchange his phone for one that was rootable. Perhaps he read something before hand. Hell maybe he'll even continue this trend.
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ECEXCURSION said:
This. However, on one hand he did go so far to exchange his phone for one that was rootable. Perhaps he read something before hand. Hell maybe he'll even continue this trend.
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Yes I have done quite a bit of reading. Unlocking the boot loader is new to me since I used to have an Infuse. I must have flashed it 30 or so times over my two year contract. My Mom and I got our Infuses at the same time, but what puzzled me was that no matter which ROMs I used over the course of my two year contract, her stock phone always seemed to be faster and more responsive, lol. To this day two years later she's still rocking the stock Froyo Infuse and it's running superbly.
I am one of those jack of all trades types that can follow instructions well, but never have a crystal clear understanding of what's really happening under the hood. Coding and development interest me and are fascinating, but I am not passionate about it by any means. The guides and tools that people come up with like Hasoon2000's tool are really great, and allow thousands more people who would never dare try and unlock their boot loaders a fighting chance.
I don't really know where I'm going with this, but yeah... this is a cool forum for sure. I've been silently observing it for a few years.

I'm not allowed to say my favorites, but I can tell you by experience the official CM10.1 nightlies have been VERY solid lately. Combine that with a few other tweaks (radio, kernel), getting the settings perfect and just getting to know android (I came from an iPhone 3GS that was waaay past its due date), I'm just in love with this phone.
Unlocking the bootloader wasn't even an annoyance to me; until I started lurking here more I thought it was just standard procedure for rooting phones. Even though rooting it, flashing ROMs and achieving S-Off for the first time was a huge headache, im glad I did it. This phone FLYS.
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Stormlotus said:
I am exchanging my 3.18 One X for a 2.20. I am very excited to root and learn and hopefully not brick too much.
What are your opinions on rooting and experiences with the HTC One X?
Has it been a fun time full of enjoyable learning and sweet ROM's? What are your favorite ROM's and why?
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You ever heard of that song, "I GOT THE POWER!"? That is exactly how you will fell. Go for it. Different ROMs have different taste. Some people still prefer sense, while others like the ones based off of CM. Everything in my SIG you should be able to achieve as I have 2.20 also
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Do it - that's why you bought an android phone anyway right?
The devs here have some great roms and as long as you read up enough you won't stuff phone. Enjoy.
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