I just purchased a TF300 today (Black Friday WOOOHOO!) and it came with JB pre installed. Can it be rooted/downgraded? Btw updated to 10.4.2.17 firmware
I too purchased 1 at Best Buy on Black Friday. I've been looking around and I found this video on YouTube which links to XDA and a thread in this section. The video was done before the JB recovery was added but I think it should work. Just use the JB recovery in the place of the ICS one. Here's the link to the video. Once you check the link that accompanies the video, you'll see what I mean. I'm thinking about rooting mine today. The only thing that has stopped me from doing so is the fact that there is no work around the voiding of the warranty.
Here's the vid I was talking about.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSTf6ZY4NGo
Just purchased mine today too from best buy. What is the first step to root.
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toanau said:
Just purchased mine today too from best buy. What is the first step to root.
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I'll post detailed steps on how to root tomorrow. Btw I did figure it out.
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I'll post detailed steps on how to root tomorrow. Btw I did figure it out.
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Thanks.
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Went ahead got the TF300T 32gb today.
Installed TWRP with fastboot and flashed Paranoid Android ROM. Works great so far.
The link I posted above was only helpful because it gave the correct information to get SDK. CWM was working but would not make backups properly and the root zip that is in the video would not allow my tablet root. It installed SuperUser but I still didn't have root.
I went ahead and flashed TWRP and I'm glad that I did because the UI is much better. Once TWRP was installed, all I did was flash a custom "rooted" ROM. PROFIT!
This is TWRP for the TF300T. Make sure that you read it completely because the blob file will need to be renamed to twrp.blob in order to be used. It tells you the cmd's that will need to be used also. Like I mentioned above, I used fastboot and it was easy as could be.
http://www.teamw.in/project/twrp2/97
ParanoidAndroid- Nice ROM.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1970707
In the command mode in window trying install recovery_jb.img. There is an error message. Should I be using ics recovery instead?
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Quick question did u unlock the bootloader first
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Never mind. u gotta unlock bootloader first. Thanks flashing ROM now
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Yep. That's the only thing I didn't like about flashing and rooting...... the bootloader has to be unlocked 1st and that voids the warranty. From what I understand, it only voids the software, not the hardware warranty. I entertained the thought about keeping it stock but after a little debating, decided to modify. I'm glad I did.
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wetbiker7 said:
Yep. That's the only thing I didn't like about flashing and rooting...... the bootloader has to be unlocked 1st and that voids the warranty. From what I understand, it only voids the software, not the hardware warranty. I entertained the thought about keeping it stock but after a little debating, decided to modify. I'm glad I did.
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Difference between software + hardware warranty?
wetbiker7 said:
Yep. That's the only thing I didn't like about flashing and rooting...... the bootloader has to be unlocked 1st and that voids the warranty. From what I understand, it only voids the software, not the hardware warranty. I entertained the thought about keeping it stock but after a little debating, decided to modify. I'm glad I did.
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Difference between software + hardware warranty? Like accidental damage?
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Whether any developers have method to root a Jellybean TF300T without unlock the bootloader(i don't want to lose warranty).
abczhou said:
Whether any developers have method to root a Jellybean TF300T without unlock the bootloader(i don't want to lose warranty).
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Not yet. Plenty of people are waiting on that.
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Can't without unlock. Please search forums first
But if you decide to unlock, follow Krabappel's guide in General, works like a charm
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is it feasible to downgrade to 4.0.4,then root ?
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Whether any developers have method to root a Jellybean TF300T without unlock the bootloader(i don't want to lose warranty).
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Already on JB or always on ICS ?
Already rooted ?
If you are on ICS, you can use Voodoo OTA Rootkeeper for backup your root and Su.
When you update your TF300 on JB by OTA, restore your root with Voodoo.
That's what I've done.
Look this screenshots:
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is it feasible to downgrade to 4.0.4,then root ?
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No, you can't downgrade at this time.
I had rooted my tf300t after US OTA upgrade forced...
I desinstall SuperUser and install SuperSU:
SuperSU on Android Market / Google Play (free)
SuperSU *Pro* on Android Market / Google Play (Pro/donate addon, requires free version)
Then I install TWRP for JB like you can see in this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1843694
And then I flash SuperSU.zip, and with SuperSu app intelled on device all goes well...
And if not, after do it, you can go to Setting of SuperSU and make in clean Reinstall or Change Super User APP, and :fingers-crossed: reboot the tablet...
That sounds like you had an unlocked bootloader. OP wants to root with locked.
Hi, Can a Brand new TF300T with JB be unlocked currently ?
ZaJules said:
Hi, Can a Brand new TF300T with JB be unlocked currently ?
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Yes, use the unlock apk from the Asus site, downloadable in the utilities section I think.
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That sounds like you had an unlocked bootloader. OP wants to root with locked.
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Rooting on jb with locked bootloader is not possible at this time, unless you had root on a previous version before upgrading.
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Yes, use the unlock apk from the Asus site, downloadable in the utilities section I think.
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Rooting on jb with locked bootloader is not possible at this time, unless you had root on a previous version before upgrading.
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Thanks I did just that, Still had the Unlock App on my SD from my previous TF300TG
Sold that and now using a TF300T, don't use 3G that often on my Tab any more and have my S3 for tethering.
Got realy tired of the lack of roms for the TG
So I'm rooted and Recovereyd and ready to install Hydro JB
please confirm
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Yes, use the unlock apk from the Asus site, downloadable in the utilities section I think.
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Rooting on jb with locked bootloader is not possible at this time, unless you had root on a previous version before upgrading.
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You said above that it was possible to unlock stock JB on brand new Asus by using the Asus downloadable but it clearly says this will only work for ICS on their site. Can stock JB be unlocked? My infuse was so much easier to do.
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You said above that it was possible to unlock stock JB on brand new Asus by using the Asus downloadable but it clearly says this will only work for ICS on their site. Can stock JB be unlocked? My infuse was so much easier to do.
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It clearly says that but in reality the same tool will unlock the bootloader if on jb. I'm proof this is so as I was and still am on stock jb, and it worked nicely.
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It clearly says that but in reality the same tool will unlock the bootloader if on jb. I'm proof this is so as I was and still am on stock jb, and it worked nicely.
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Chances are that the description hasn't been updated to reflect the new JB update.
I thought that ICS and JB bootloaders where different,thus it wouldn't work, or am I wrong?
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I thought that ICS and JB bootloaders where different,thus it wouldn't work, or am I wrong?
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You are correct in that they are different, but the unlock tool works just the same on both.
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You are correct in that they are different, but the unlock tool works just the same on both.
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So do I unlock the bootloader first or root first?
Seems early days as to what the best method is.
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how about if I already updated to Jelly bean but I was not able to back up my rooted ICS? is there a way of rooting my JB now?
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how about if I already updated to Jelly bean but I was not able to back up my rooted ICS? is there a way of rooting my JB now?
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If you are on ICS, you can root without unlocking using the debugfs method
of. If you are on jb and want to root you must unlock the bootloader first, then follow step 3 of the rooting guide posted in the general section.
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If you are on ICS, you can root without unlocking using the debugfs method
of. If you are on jb and want to root you must unlock the bootloader first, then follow step 3 of the rooting guide posted in the general section.
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Can you link that guide/thread, I can`t find it..
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So awhile back when I had my inspire I checked into unlocking it, and found the forum on here about the aahk advanced hack kit. I just recently started messing with it since I have a new phone. I've had some problems with rooting it. First time the process went about halfway through then quit. Now every time you try it the process will not cooperate and gives an error. Anyone have any suggestions for a noob like me to try and help in any way? Anything is appreciated.
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What was the output? And which version of AAHK?
What do you mean by output? And its an older version...probably from May 2012. I think there is a new version that came out in November 2012, i just don't know if I've bricked it by using the old kit.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xqn2G86jpQE
Here is the video I used to root when I was on 2.3.3 Gingerbread. It's painless, but takes some waiting.
What is the error you are getting, exactly? D: and if you are on 2.3.3 try my link. ^.^ If you are on 2.3.5 or another version, try searching more hack kits for rooting that specific rom version.
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What do you mean by output? And its an older version...probably from May 2012. I think there is a new version that came out in November 2012, i just don't know if I've bricked it by using the old kit.
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Ok, step, by step, what did you do? And by output I mean what did AAHK say when it ran (both times). Also, what does it say when you reboot into hboot? (Reboot holding power and volume-down.)
Noob mistake I know, but I couldn't tell you. (Calc and physics has my brain fried...). I think I'm going to try the latest hack kit tonight and come back on here if I need help or get stuck. More than likely I'll be back.
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Okay so here's what happened last night. I tried the new aahk (11092012) and it required a downgrade of the rom. Process went thru but however when it got to thr hboot menu I received a message telling me that the image was not found. I have a pic of the output where it tells me the downgrade is complete (if anyone wants to decipher it for me), all the way thru the hboot directions. Could this be a faulty sd card?
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Okay so here's what happened last night. I tried the new aahk (11092012) and it required a downgrade of the rom. Process went thru but however when it got to thr hboot menu I received a message telling me that the image was not found. I have a pic of the output where it tells me the downgrade is complete (if anyone wants to decipher it for me), all the way thru the hboot directions. Could this be a faulty sd card?
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Yes it could be. But before that, are you running lastest AT&T 2.3.5 update?
Yes 2.3.5
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Yes 2.3.5
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And have you done this before?? http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88
I have but actually got stuck. For the HTCdev there is no option for the Inspire 4G. I tried it under the Desire HD. That told me (I think) the current rom is unavailable and they are working on it. Then I tried "all other models", which also got me stuck...
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mookie_33 said:
I have but actually got stuck. For the HTCdev there is no option for the Inspire 4G. I tried it under the Desire HD. That told me (I think) the current rom is unavailable and they are working on it. Then I tried "all other models", which also got me stuck...
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All other supported devices was the choice. Did you flash an hboot??
I'm not entirely sure, but I'm pretty positive I didn't.
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I'm not entirely sure, but I'm pretty positive I didn't.
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ok, then you still can unlock the bootloader...you can boot in hboot can't you? Do you mind if I connect to your PC via teamviewer to lend you a hand?
I wouldn't mind at all, however not at the moment. I'm at work until 6...7 or after. Seems a little sketchy though, just skeptical. Don't want something to happen to my rig lol
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I wouldn't mind at all, however not at the moment. I'm at work until 6...7 or after. Seems a little sketchy though, just skeptical. Don't want something to happen to my rig lol
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ok, just take your time and let me know when you are ready...it does not take long...
I'll send you a PM later when I'm ready.
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I'll send you a PM later when I'm ready.
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ok. Just let me know!
glevitan said:
ok. Just let me know!
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I tried to redo the htcdev bootloader earlier and now when I get to some of the earliest steps I run into a problem. Everytime I try to fastboot is says "no image found" land searches for a zin file. I know its something like pd098.zip or whatever it is. How do I get around this?
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I wrote this guide for those of you that want to remove the Custom icon or unroot your device.
You can find the complete rooting & unrooting guide here (Video is still processing)
http://goo.gl/eif4X
One for later
Can you do the steps to remove the icon and retain root? Just don't want to lose root! Thanks great write up!
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Can you do the steps to remove the icon and retain root? Just don't want to lose root! Thanks great write up!
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I updated the guide,
There are 3 steps, one is to root, 2nd is to remove icon and 3rd is to unroot. Just do the 1st and 2nd part.
I confirm it works. It went away the third time I rebooted. I only did step 2. I was already rooted.
Thanx!
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paleman27 said:
I confirm it works. It went away the third time I rebooted. I only did step 2. I was already rooted.
Thanx!
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Glad you got it working. The icon wasnt letting me sleep at night lol
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I wrote this guide for those of you that want to remove the Custom icon or unroot your device.
You can find the complete rooting & unrooting guide here (Video is still processing)
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Sweet dude! I get mine on the first. Now i can root without having warranty issues i take it?
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lessthanzach said:
Sweet dude! I get mine on the first. Now i can root without having warranty issues i take it?
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correct, just follow the guide and you will be safe. I show how to root, remove the custom icon and unroot if you need to return it for any reason. just dont mod the system at ALL!
XsMagical said:
correct, just follow the guide and you will be safe. I show how to root, remove the custom icon and unroot if you need to return it for any reason. just dont mod the system at ALL!
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You da main!
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how to update supersu binary
is that in setting
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uclaxiwen said:
how to update supersu binary
is that in setting
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it should as as soon as you open it, if not then it may already be updated.
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Glad you got it working. The icon wasnt letting me sleep at night lol
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Thank you :good:
I can't stand that rooted icon either
Worked for me. Thanks OP.
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Glad i could contribute something to the community :good:
got it thanks!!
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Worked like a charm. Thanks bro!
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will definitely be using this guide soon. cant access internet from my laptop at the moment. thanks for putting it all together with a guide that makes perfect sense.
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So just unistalling SuperSU and rebooting gets rid of the Custom icon, but you are still rooted?
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highaltitude said:
So just unistalling SuperSU and rebooting gets rid of the Custom icon, but you are still rooted?
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Yessir. Btw I had to reboot 4 or 5 time before it worked.
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Also I just realized.
Going to system settings >about device >status
Device status says "official" again. Woot!
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will definitely be using this guide soon. cant access internet from my laptop at the moment. thanks for putting it all together with a guide that makes perfect sense.
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your welcome.
highaltitude said:
So just unistalling SuperSU and rebooting gets rid of the Custom icon, but you are still rooted?
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just make sure you update the binary then uninstall the old SuperUser first
Bender B. Rodgriguez said:
Yessir. Btw I had to reboot 4 or 5 time before it worked.
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Also I just realized.
Going to system settings >about device >status
Device status says "official" again. Woot!
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thats the best part, last night i wasn't able to sleep due to the unlock icon so i had to just try something lol. I just didnt feel safe knowing i paid full price and had a damn tampered icon going on lol
Hi guys,
I recently took the latest OTA update and lost root, which is fine. My problem is, is that I cannot remove SuperSU and still have that annoying custom (with an unlocked padlock image) at start up. I did a factory reset thinking it would get rid of them, but it didn't. Can anyone help me out? DroidModderX suggested to flash a stock image in odin, but I don't know how to do that. I am still in the infant stages of doing stuff like this
Thanks!
Here is a real simple way.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=33948598
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Lol well did you try looking it up on Google? I'm sure there's tons of tutorials on how to use Odin.
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tylerlawhon said:
Lol well did you try looking it up on Google? I'm sure there's tons of tutorials on how to use Odin.
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Of course I did hahaha I've been searching since yesterday.
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Here is a real simple way.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=33948598
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Thank you so much! I tried it today...but I think I did something wrong. A friend of mine that is more knowledgeable of these things is going to skype with me tomorrow to help me fix it with the link you provided. Much appreciated!!
PM sent.
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Thinking about swapping my Droid DNA for a Galaxy S3 and $50. My Droid is freshly unlocked, rooted and s-off all using my Mac 10.6.8 with ADB commands. The Droid is also factory unlocked for any GSM SIM including att and T-Mobile. My issue is I can't find a way to root and unlock the S3 so I'm on the fence about swapping and of course losing this amazing Quad core krait power. Advice?
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Thinking about swapping my Droid DNA for a Galaxy S3 and $50. My Droid is freshly unlocked, rooted and s-off all using my Mac 10.6.8 with ADB commands. The Droid is also factory unlocked for any GSM SIM including att and T-Mobile. My issue is I can't find a way to root and unlock the S3 so I'm on the fence about swapping and of course losing this amazing Quad core krait power. Advice?
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Get the S3 and to root and unlock the bootrom, you must use the Casual Rootkit. It will root your S3 and install Teamwin recovery. Trust me, it is worth it.
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Get the S3 and to root and unlock the bootrom, you must use the Casual Rootkit. It will root your S3 and install Teamwin recovery. Trust me, it is worth it.
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Go look at the Casual Toolkit thread and look at the issue I'm having. I'm the last post on there. Unless I can fix the issue, I can't get the phone because I can't root it. :/
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Vfan23 said:
Go look at the Casual Toolkit thread and look at the issue I'm having. I'm the last post on there. Unless I can fix the issue, I can't get the phone because I can't root it. :/
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Do you have stock ROM or a different ROM?
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Because my S3 on VZW is rooted fully and Unlocked.
My Droid is custom. I haven't traded for the S3 yet because I can't get casual to run on my mac. The casual thread has the errors its giving me.
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Dang.... I don't have $50 but I have a rooted s3 and I've kinda eyed the DNA....
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Dang.... I don't have $50 but I have a rooted s3 and I've kinda eyed the DNA....
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Haha. Yea honestly can't do a straight trade. Just got mine on contract 4 weeks ago and still mint with the box and papers.
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Regardless, even IF I considered (key words) it, how would we even ship these bad boys? Haha.
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No idea lol
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So, just traded my 3 week old DNA for a BRAND NEW S3. I'm sure I lost money on the trade but I feel at home with the S3. Now on to my problem, rooting it with a Mac or Linux (run from a live CD). advice?
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Vfan23 said:
So, just traded my 3 week old DNA for a BRAND NEW S3. I'm sure I lost money on the trade but I feel at home with the S3. Now on to my problem, rooting it with a Mac or Linux (run from a live CD). advice?
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Is your Mac on 10.8? If so, using Casual from Beanstown106 will work. You'll need Java 7 installed for Casual to work. I almost encourage you to use the Casual 634 from the Verizon GSIII section on Rootzwiki instead of the Casual 734 linked in the dev section of XDA. There seems to be some issues with r734 recognizing the device is connected but it can work even so.
Alternatively, you can do the manual route using Open1your1eyes0 root thread in the dev section. It requires Odin which works great on Windows, is incompatible on Mac, and idk about Linux.
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No, I have 10.6.8 but if you head over to the Casual thread, you can see my issue...I posted what my terminal was telling me about the error message when I try to run Casual.
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No, I have 10.6.8 but if you head over to the Casual thread, you can see my issue...I posted what my terminal was telling me about the error message when I try to run Casual.
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I'm not sure you'll be getting Casual to work on your setup. Maybe try the manual method by Open1your1eyes0 or the toolkit by mskip. Like I said there, if these don't work then you might want to find a spare laptop when available and knock this out.
Can I use the Odin method with heimdall?
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Cause I MIGHT be able to get heimdall working on my Mac....but I have never used heimdall in the past, I've always used Odin.
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Vfan23 said:
Cause I MIGHT be able to get heimdall working on my Mac....but I have never used heimdall in the past, I've always used Odin.
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Its possible, but there is no documentation/thread that I know of that goes into detail for this device. Might have to look on the other carrier models for threads. Everyone always uses Odin.
Damn :/
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I rooted it with motochopper, but do I HAVE to be unlocked to flash Roms?
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I rooted it with motochopper, but do I HAVE to be unlocked to flash Roms?
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Motochopper? Wasn't that for Motorola devices? Just asking general questions, what prompted you to try that?
Yes, you do need to be unlocked to flash roms. Are you positive you are rooted? Do you have working SU or SuperSU? If so, download EZ Unlock v1.2 from Rootwiki and press unlock.
Actually, I Google "root Verizon s3 4.1.2" and his exploit works on all american galaxy s3's
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