I know I am missing something. I am a newbie, but I've been trying to root my phone for about 3 weeks. I don't know what I am doing wrong. I've gone through the most common ways I've seen. I'm currently running software version 2.20 and still trying to root, but even before I updated, I was trying and I can't figure out what I am doing wrong.
Well not to be rude, but the moment you updated to 2.20 you were pretty much screwed if you wanted to root unless it's a Rogers or the Australian HOX which it is not.
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Okay,
Well I couldn't figure out what to before I updated either. So I'm screwed for ever? Or?
hime2285 said:
Well I couldn't figure out what to before I updated either. So I'm screwed for ever? Or?
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Your stuck till someone figures out an exploit to root the 2.20 update or HTC allows us to unlock the bootloader on our att one x. I'd put my money on the first rather than the later.
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hime2285 said:
Well I couldn't figure out what to before I updated either. So I'm screwed for ever? Or?
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This is the #2 post stickied to the top of the Development subforum, it would have linked you to everything you needed to know: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671237
And for future reference, if you are interested in rooting and modding Android phones, don't ever install an OTA without researching first, and being confidant in your knowledge.
Yeah, for now you are screwed. And for how long, nobody knows.
Thank you for your help and information. That's what I pretty much needed to know because I felt like I was missing something.
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On a random note, after hitting postpone a few times the ota just updated itself, without my interaction. So for me I didn't have a choice, but to update to 2.20.
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cityoke2 said:
On a random note, after hitting postpone a few times the ota just updated itself, without my interaction. So for me I didn't have a choice, but to update to 2.20.
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You had a choice alright, you could have rooted/unlocked/ROM'd before it updated. Standing at the precipice, sometimes you just gotta jump. Know what I mean?
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Hello all,
I just got an AT&T One X (White). It is one of the 'new batch' of phones, so it shipped with 1.85.502.3 710RD. I'm wondering what sort of modification I can do without downgrading. Also, has there been any progress on rooting & unlocking 1.85?
Thanks,
~Joe
Nothing really there is no root for devices that come with that software yet but give it some time
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Bucky Barnes said:
I'm wondering what sort of modification I can do without downgrading.
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You can't even downgrade. You're stuck like Chuck until someone finds a way to root 1.85. But now that many, many people are on it, hopefully a fix will come soon.
What are the chances that the bootloader will be unlockable?
I'm assuming that the HOX I get won't come with the latest OS updates?
Last thing I want is a HOX that can't be unlocked (bootloader).
Thanks guys!
I'd assume new devices from at&t will have the latest unrootable version of the firmware
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I'd assume new devices from at&t will have the latest unrootable version of the firmware
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Crap!
I don't want to be stuck with the bloated stock room.
Go buy it at a store. Open it up and check. V
Just got a One X from my local AT&T Store... 2.20 on all of them (or so I was told). I think it's a bit late to hope to get a 1.85 from the store, but best of luck. Now I just keep my fingers crossed for a root method for 2.20.
firlt athowith
So just to be clear: at the moment, a HOX that comes with 2.20 cannot be rooted to flash custom roms.
Am I right?
that is correct
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that is correct
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Well crap.
Now I can't decide what phone to get.
I love the HOX screen but on the other hand, I can root the GS3 instantly and flash an AOSKP rom and get rid of touchwiz.
Wonder how long it will take for 2.20 to be unlocked.
what to do....what to do.
I don't believe it is unrootable. I think we just haven't found a way to do it yet. I may be wrong and if I am then can someone elaborate?
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ruffdogtechy said:
I don't believe it is unrootable. I think we just haven't found a way to do it yet. I may be wrong and if I am then can someone elaborate?
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Even if there is 0% chance to root 2.20, there may be exploits in newer versions.
I used to have an HTC aria, which shipped with hboot .57, but (I believe) s-off wasn't discovered until it's hboot was updated to 1.02
Moral of my story: There is almost always a way to get around security measures
But how long will it take? Who knows. I'm sure someone will make a breakthrough eventually
Dude, just get the s3. Going from a rooted phone to a locked down phone sucks balls. I can't wait to see what next year brings for phones, as I can upgrade in July. That being said, the one x is an awesome phone,even without root. Stock 2.20 is more stable than any rooted ROM I have ever run I don't have many complaints other than being locked down at all. I know I contradict my self, but it basically comes down to only one thing. You want root, get a different phone. But you will be missing out on a good phone IMO.
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I've read that the At&t one x can't be rooted. Is this true?? If it is then im gonna go with the S3.
Depends on the software.
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What version does it have to be to be rooted?
Phillyrider807 said:
What version does it have to be to be rooted?
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1.85 or earlier. The 2.20 update is not rootable right now.
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Ok thanks.
Please keep all question related threads in the Q&A section only please. Thank You.
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So do the newest phones from att now come with 2.20? So pretty much useless to us xda folk?
Thanks
I am also due for an upgrade, but will just get the Galaxy if the newest one x's are unrootable.
skeppley said:
So do the newest phones from att now come with 2.20? So pretty much useless to us xda folk?
Thanks
I am also due for an upgrade, but will just get the Galaxy if the newest one x's are unrootable.
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I'd say there is a 40% ull get on on 2.20 i got mine about a week and half ago it came with 1.73 so it's all draw of the hat I'd still get this phone anyways it's a good phone even on stock
I got onef rom work and it has 2.20....so I guess no root or custom ROMS until someone figures it out.
But someone will definitely figure it out yeah ?
One x is an awesome phone. Get that. Use it for a while and then you can root it after one of the developers figures a way out
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Does the AT&T version of this phone suppose to come with a pair of Beats head phones?
Datfoooo said:
Does the AT&T version of this phone suppose to come with a pair of Beats head phones?
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No.
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Datfoooo said:
I got onef rom work and it has 2.20....so I guess no root or custom ROMS until someone figures it out.
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Or if AT&T ever lets the bootloader get unlocked.
Are there many devices that remain un*rootable for the duration of their usable life?
Thanks all.
Went to swappa and found a mint white HOX running 1.85 and bootloader unlocked with TWCP. Now at least I know I'll get a good usable phone
Any word on root for 2.20???
Datfoooo said:
Any word on root for 2.20???
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As of right now, no root yet
ronnie498 said:
As of right now, no root yet
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waiting waiting waiting!
Hey what's up guys this is my first time posting in thus forum.. I'm not new to HTC devices, not new to flashing ROMs and what not.. I have a cousin that recently got dooped on a crappy trade, and now she's using an Inspire 4g. I've searched you guys threads, its hard to tell what's what, but I have a phone that's having a random reboot about every 7 minutes or so. So of course I factory reset from boot loader, it is s-on with 2.00.0030 hboot. Its running android 2.3.5 with software 3.20.502.52 71ord.
Can anyone point me to the most recently updated RUU for this software, or point me to a recently updated root method? I see you guys have s-off.. That would be sick also lol.. Any help is MUCH appreciated.
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Hey what's up guys this is my first time posting in thus forum.. I'm not new to HTC devices, not new to flashing ROMs and what not.. I have a cousin that recently got dooped on a crappy trade, and now she's using an Inspire 4g. I've searched you guys threads, its hard to tell what's what, but I have a phone that's having a random reboot about every 7 minutes or so. So of course I factory reset from boot loader, it is s-on with 2.00.0030 hboot. Its running android 2.3.5 with software 3.20.502.52 71ord.
Can anyone point me to the most recently updated RUU for this software, or point me to a recently updated root method? I see you guys have s-off.. That would be sick also lol.. Any help is MUCH appreciated.
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That Is the latest att update. To root that device, there's only one tool: The advanced ace hack kit..find it here:
Ñhttp://tau.shadowchild.nl
K I had already downloaded that.. I've read a whole bunch on that hack and I don't want to be stranded with a bricked device that isn't mine. Just looking to root, unlock, install recovery and flash some aosp goodness.. I'm no stranger to fastboot
Or would you have any ideas for my random reboots? I'm noticing a pattern of it rebooting when it sleeps.. Maybe 2 minutes after its locked
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So I've tried a few things, can't get it to recognize. Keep getting this
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Sooo I'm getting this now ..... Over and over.. Don't see that I'm doing something wrong... Its pretty straight forward
(Trying to downgrade first)
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InflatedTitan said:
Sooo I'm getting this now ..... Over and over.. Don't see that I'm doing something wrong... Its pretty straight forward
(Trying to downgrade first)
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Have You flashed the insecure boot imege from the site first? If You did, Check that in the hack kit folder You have the zergrush file in the tools>bin folder. If it Is not there, then disable the anti virus And re download the hack kit agAin
Thank for reply but I'm confused.. how am I able to flash something with bootloader locked and no root? I don't remember seeing that in the effin manual lol. I'll do some more research and give it another go. I read it's more successful with abuntu so ill try it when I boot it up
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Thank for reply but I'm confused.. how am I able to flash something with bootloader locked and no root? I don't remember seeing that in the effin manual lol. I'll do some more research and give it another go. I read it's more successful with abuntu so ill try it when I boot it up
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That is not in the manual but in the Hack Kit site....unlock the bootloader, flash the insecure boot image, relock and then run the Hack kit..that is here:
http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?cat=6
if you need further help, just let me know and I can lend you a hand over teamviewer.
Just search in the forum...check out all the FAQs
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Just search in the forum...check out all the FAQs
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Yeah, very helpful post bro.....what FAQs, from where? the hack kit is not longer hosted here, so....maybe you should read a bit more before answering...:good:
Yea when I get home I'll unlock and try to flash that. I I read in another thread there was success with that method. working with a new device is tough when a few things aren't really supported lol. I'll report back this afternoon, but thank you for your time and patience.. I bad thing is if we need team viewer you'll have to teach me that also haha.. my wife won't let me use her laptop with phone stuff, so I'm using an old desktop with Windows XP professional lol
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I did a search, but couldn't find a definitive answer to this question:
When the official ATT update comes out with 4.2.2 and Sense 5+, is there a danger in accepting the update with my phone in its present state?
Thanks,
Dan
Phone information:
HTC One X (AT&T version)
ROM: Stock 4.1.2 (from the HTC RUU site - I never got the OTA update)
Rooted
S-Off
TWRP 2.3.3.1
HBOOT-2.14.0000
Thanks for your help!
No as you have custom recovery. Just wait for a rooted flashable zip.
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DanGeorges said:
I did a search, but couldn't find a definitive answer to this question:
When the official ATT update comes out with 4.2.2 and Sense 5+, is there a danger in accepting the update with my phone in its present state?
Thanks,
Dan
Phone information:
HTC One X (AT&T version)
ROM: Stock 4.1.2 (from the HTC RUU site - I never got the OTA update)
Rooted
S-Off
TWRP 2.3.3.1
HBOOT-2.14.0000
Thanks for your help!
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We aren't getting the 4.2.2 update. We should only be getting 4.1.2
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We aren't getting the 4.2.2 update. We should only be getting 4.1.2
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REALLY? Not from what I've seen:
http://www.gottabemobile.com/2013/06/25/htc-one-htc-one-x-android-4-2-updates-july/
Like all of these rumors, I'll believe it when I see it. I'ts completely without risk for someone to say these things are going to happen - if they DO, those people look like geniuses, and if they don't, no one calls them on it.
Nevermind I'll restrain myself.
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HTC themselves did say they intend to update the one x to 4.2.2 sense 5 BUT technically, I don't believe they specified the dual core version so who knows.
HTC is Great with build quality and design but they are SO SLOW with updates. by the time Sense 5 comes out it will probably be time for a new phone anyway.
Nevermind I'll restrain myself.
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Nevermind I'll restrain myself.
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Makes me wonder......
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DanGeorges said:
is there a danger in accepting the update with my phone in its present state?
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You should consider any update offered by HTC as a moderate to high risk to a modded phone or a phone you want to mod.
HTC do not support a phone once it has been modded.
Any update may brick your device, prevent you unlocking, rooting, modding etc.
That said with supercid and soff the risks are reduced but not eliminated. Any update expects your phone to be stock, if it is not any amount of unknown things could go wrong.
If/when an update comes out you should only accept the update if you are willing to accept a bricked device. The risk reduces if others are saying they succeeded, but sometimes it takes time before it is fully clear of any quirks to updating. Eg JB with supercid on s-on AT&T devices caused many lost devices.
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Nevermind I'll restrain myself.
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You can be HTC and supply us with timely updates
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You can be HTC and supply us with timely updates
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I doubt you could fathom the amount of time and work that goes into rom development. Many roms are developed by teams. imagio is one person, let's not create any more pressure than the pressure he puts on himself. That's how you push someone into stopping development. If you really want to push him to do timely updates the best way is with frequent, large donations.
Twistedddx, while your post is 100% accurate, I think it's pretty safe to assume that it will fall on deaf ears for the type of people within this community. Personally, while this phone is just perfect as it is right now, a brick is just the perfect reason to upgrade lol
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DanGeorges said:
REALLY? Not from what I've seen:
http://www.gottabemobile.com/2013/06/25/htc-one-htc-one-x-android-4-2-updates-july/
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Okay well then I was wrong. I've only read that we won't get 4.2.2
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exad said:
I doubt you could fathom the amount of time and work that goes into rom development. Many roms are developed by teams. imagio is one person, let's not create any more pressure than the pressure he puts on himself. That's how you push someone into stopping development. If you really want to push him to do timely updates the best way is with frequent, large donations.
Twistedddx, while your post is 100% accurate, I think it's pretty safe to assume that it will fall on deaf ears for the type of people within this community. Personally, while this phone is just perfect as it is right now, a brick is just the perfect reason to upgrade lol
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I know how much time and work imagio and his team put into there sense 5 Rom. They are doing an amazing job and that's what I ment by my comment. I simply ment that him and his team are doing a better job than HTC is at keeping us updated. In no way was I rushing them or causing pressure..
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twistedddx said:
You should consider any update offered by HTC as a moderate to high risk to a modded phone or a phone you want to mod.
HTC do not support a phone once it has been modded.
Any update may brick your device, prevent you unlocking, rooting, modding etc.
That said with supercid and soff the risks are reduced but not eliminated. Any update expects your phone to be stock, if it is not any amount of unknown things could go wrong.
If/when an update comes out you should only accept the update if you are willing to accept a bricked device. The risk reduces if others are saying they succeeded, but sometimes it takes time before it is fully clear of any quirks to updating. Eg JB with supercid on s-on AT&T devices caused many lost devices.
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Thank you for your answer to my question. I didn't realize that a simple question would generate so much angst.
I read about the bricked phones with S-On and SuperCID, but I haven't read anything about S-OFF and superCID with the update.
Double post. Can't delete. Sorry!