*Caution: I will not be held responsible for any problems/data loss that might occur. These are events that any living person should be aware of. However, I will do my best to maintain this thread and give support to those with questions, problems, etc.
Remember: Nobody is holding a shotgun to your head, so if you are not comfortable with all the possible problems, please walk away.
Also noteworthy: unlocking will void your warranty, rooting will not!*
This is just a little walktrough I just recently wrote for another xda-member who was troubled, because he wanted to unlock and root his tf700 even though it was completely stock on JB.
For now, I haven't seen any clear and yet complete guides as to what to do, so I decided to copy/paste that post and edit it (read: give more explanations) where you need more help.
This is what you'll need to do.
*If* you want to try and unlock the JB bootloader without reverting to ICS , apperently works sometimes -mostly when rooted before- try this step.
[I have not tried this, so if I get enough people that post that this didn't work, I'll delete these lines ]
You'll need to unlock your bootloader by (downloading this file)
Install that .apk and open it, check the 'I read this and I agree'-type box and try to unlock
*If* this worked you are free to go to step 2) for rooting.
*If* this didn't work, follow the instructions all the way
You'll need to revert to ICS .30. You can do so by downloading the appropriate zip from this thread.zip[/URL] and extract it once.
WARNING: choose the .zip (under the section old firmware updates) *you* need. eg. If you have a Taiwanese TF700, download the TW version. You can check which one you need by checking your build number in settings > about tablet
Then place the extracted .zip file on the root of your sdcard of the tf700 and rename the .zip to EP201_768_SDUPDATE.zip
Turn your device off and reboot it. It 'll "update".
If the unlocking on JB didn't work, or you didn't try (I don't blame you. You'll lose your data anyway) you'll need to unlock your bootloader starting with (downloading this file)
Install that apk and open it, check the 'I read this and I agree'-type box and unlock
Then you'll need to root. This has become somewhat more difficult since the debugfs method (the automated method) doesn't always work anymore [has been reported many times and indeed didn't work for me either].
Still, since it's so easy, please try it first, for your own comfort!
Here's the link. It is important to note that *if* it works, it would only work on some ICS devices! If it worked: Congratulations, you are now a proud owner of a device that's truly yours!!
Do not forget to install and use Voodoo OTA RootKeeper before you go and update to JB!
If you don't, you will lose root once JB is installed.
If the debugfs method didn't work for you, or you are on JB you should do the following.
Use this thread as a guideline. Since the automated root scripts don't work (for you), I am afraid you'll need to
1) go back to JB. (Same procedure as with the ICS .30 file, but now download the most recent file from Asus' support website. (don't forget: extract it once and rename it (same name))
2) go into fastboot (long press powerbutton and volume down when the tablet is turned off. Select fastboot by going to the usb icon (by pressing volume down until you're on that icon) then press volume up to confirm. Then do a fastboot command to flash this (a Custom Recovery) .
Afterward you flash a *flashable* SuperSU .zip-file. (if you google it, I am sure you'll be redirected to that latest flashable SuperSU.zip file. You ought to find it in the xda-forums. (Where else?! )
There you have it. You should now have unlocked and rooted your device.
If you like TWRP better than CWM you can still flash TWRP via the GooManager app afterwards.
I don't know if this is the fastest/ best method, - probably not - but I know it worked for me.
PS: Don't forget to copy all of your photos and other personal files to your PC first, because you'll lose everything.
EDIT
Sorry: forgot to say, you can also try to root your device while still on ICS (even when debufs let you down). But I just preferred to be on JB first, because it makes it much easier to get into fastboot.
Special thanks to:
scrosler
hiemanshu
sdbags
for their dedication to the tf700 and their posts, which you just have to put together and make it coherent, so their posts will work for you!
Don't forget to 'thank' them as well in their posts
To my understanding the Tablet ships with some version of ICS .22 to be exact... In that case I skip the revert to ICS section right?
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PsyChoses said:
To my understanding the Tablet ships with some version of ICS .22 to be exact... In that case I skip the revert to ICS section right?
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If it ships with ICS .22 still, you can even update (the same manual way just to make sure it doesn't leap to JB) to .26
Then you do NVFlash- which will help you if you'd ever get bricked. Not that you're likely to ever brick; the tf700 is pretty hard to brick actually
Just to make sure though, browse through that thread, but I was to eager to update my tablet and therefore was too late for the NVFlash party. Didn't do any effort afterwards, because I feel I won't ever brick this device.
After the NVFlash you can do whatever my post said (also on the .22 or .26 ICS ROMs)
The NVFlash is not necessarily though You can skip it, but it's handy.
Have fun and remember: it's not yours until you unlock it
PS: Is this the first Android "Rooting and/or Unlocking" experience for you?
If so, I can maybe help you out via PMs
Never mind, read your signature, you should be okay with these instructions. If not, please post it here, and I'll make sure to answer and maybe put it in the Original Post
Not bad. It might help some people out.
The automated debugfs method is still working. You just need to be on ICS to use it, and then use OTA Rootkeeper to update.
adelancker said:
If it ships with ICS .22 still, you can even update (the same manual way just to make sure it doesn't leap to JB) to .26
Then you do NVFlash- which will help you if you'd ever get bricked. Not that you're likely to ever brick; the tf700 is pretty hard to brick actually
Just to make sure though, browse through that thread, but I was to eager to update my tablet and therefore was too late for the NVFlash party. Didn't do any effort afterwards, because I feel I won't ever brick this device.
After the NVFlash you can do whatever my post said (also on the .22 or .26 ICS ROMs)
The NVFlash is not necessarily though You can skip it, but it's handy.
Have fun and remember: it's not yours until you unlock it
PS: Is this the first Android "Rooting and/or Unlocking" experience for you?
If so, I can maybe help you out via PMs
Never mind, read your signature, you should be okay with these instructions. If not, please post it here, and I'll make sure to answer and maybe put it in the Original Post
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Thanks.... Am confused about CWM vs TWRP... Which is best for this tablet? I have only used CWM thus far on my One X...
Also if I get it on ICS I just use ASUS unlock tool n use root tool from here?
Also what do I do first? Unlock then Root or vice versa?
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Firebrazer said:
Not bad. It might help some people out.
The automated debugfs method is still working. You just need to be on ICS to use it, and then use OTA Rootkeeper to update.
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Does it?!
Didn't work for me!
I'll make sure to edit that!
There you go; does the new (edited) first post seem about right? Since I have no experience with the debugfs method since July, I am not sure if you need to be on ICS or not, but I guess so, right? Only makes sense
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Thanks.... Am confused about CWM vs TWRP... Which is best for this tablet? I have only used CWM thus far on my One X...
Also if I get it on ICS I just use ASUS unlock tool n use root tool from here?
Also what do I do first? Unlock then Root or vice versa?
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Doesn't really matter what you do first. I'd say that if you get your tablet on ICS, it might be advisable to first root. (try the debugfs method first, if that doesn't work, you'll need to unlock your bootloader first and follow my post.)
CWM and TWRP are both good, I've found that I enjoy TWRP a bit more, just because you can notive it's really a touch-optimised recovery.
However, you'll see that some ROM developers will say they advise you to use one rather than the other.
Since I think you said you were going to CR Inheritance, I'd go with TWRP. Most tf700 are using that anyway.
You'll see TWRP has the same features, just a nicer lay-out and user interface
Good luck, man!
don't forget to re-read my first post as I will try to cram as much info in it as I can!
NOTE:
Don't forget to use Voodoo OTA RootKeeper if the Debugfs method worked for you!
Doesn't really matter what you do first. I'd say that if you get your tablet on ICS, it might be advisable to first root. (try the debugfs method first, if that doesn't work, you'll need to unlock your bootloader first and follow my post.)
CWM and TWRP are both good, I've found that I enjoy TWRP a bit more, just because you can notive it's really a touch-optimised recovery.
However, you'll see that some ROM developers will say they advise you to use one rather than the other.
Since I think you said you were going to CR Inheritance, I'd go with TWRP. Most tf700 are using that anyway.
You'll see TWRP has the same features, just a nicer lay-out and user interface
Good luck, man!
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Thanks man, will give TWRP a go ... And I gots not a clue what that oodoo OTA RootKeeper and the Debugfs are .. Will have to try'em n see ... Since Tablet is still 2 days away am only talking off the top of my head really ...
Since AFAIK the tablet ships with ICS pre-installed not JB, I think I will be good to go as far as Rooting and Unlocking ... Oh and I downloaded the WW as well as US versions of JB updates from ASUS site ... So am confused as to which version to use if I need to or can I just got to CRI ROM straight from ICS ? Coz you have mentioned that you preferred to go to JB first due to ease of booting into fastboot mode ... Can't you do that with a cmd command line ? Isn't there a tool for that like the one I contributed on in my sig ?
Finally, it would be great if you added to your already awesome guide how to update bootloader without having to flash/download all 500+mb file ... If it is possible .. I dunno but on One X it is ... I just get a 15mb firmware.zip n flash it ... maybe it ain't so easy on the Pad ?
Thanks for all your help ...
Thanks man, will give TWRP a go ... And I gots not a clue what that oodoo OTA RootKeeper and the Debugfs are .. Will have to try'em n see ...
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Voodoo OTA rootkeeper will protect your root, so that your device will remain rooted even when updating to a newer firmware version, whereas on Asus' stock ROMs, it usually wouldn't.
Debugfs is a script that'll run once you connect your tf700 to your computer. You download the debugfs file, run the program itself and it'll try to make your rooting proces much easier. You'll just have to press some keys, instead of doing (the usually much more complicated) alternative rooting processes.
It has been reported to work, but it didn't on mine. Maybe because I had been on JB first. So remember, try that debugfs on ICS!
Since Tablet is still 2 days away am only talking off the top of my head really ...
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Exiting that D-day is coming close eh?! I can imagine. Once you have CR on it, you'll be so glad!
Since AFAIK the tablet ships with ICS pre-installed not JB, I think I will be good to go as far as Rooting and Unlocking ... Oh and I downloaded the WW as well as US versions of JB updates from ASUS site ... So am confused as to which version to use if I need to or can I just got to CRI ROM straight from ICS ? Coz you have mentioned that you preferred to go to JB first due to ease of booting into fastboot mode ... Can't you do that with a cmd command line ? Isn't there a tool for that like the one I contributed on in my sig ?
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Once your tablet gets to you, you'll need to go into its settings, tap 'about tablet' and check the build number. You'll see it'll either start with US or WW, depending on where you bought it from
If you install an official update you should always choose the matching file. You'll find the appropriate files here on xda or on asus' site. If you need help with wich you must choose, send me a message!
You can indeed go into fastboot without being on JB, but to be honest, I felt that first updating to stock JB, to update the bootloader and match the steps of that guideline of Hiemanshu, was safer.
However, if the debugfs method worked and you unlocked your bootloader on ICS too, there is no reason for all these complicated steps.
You can just
- root
-unlock
- install GooManager from the Play Store, and let that app
- install TWRP
From then on: happy flashing
(this guide is for when one of these simple steps fail, but if they don't it's all fairly simple! )
Finally, it would be great if you added to your already awesome guide how to update bootloader without having to flash/download all 500+mb file ... If it is possible .. I dunno but on One X it is ... I just get a 15mb firmware.zip n flash it ... maybe it ain't so easy on the Pad ?
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In order for your bootloader to keep up with the JB updates, it is better to first go to stock JB, but like you said, there is a .zip file somewhere (I'll try to find it) which you can just flash to update nothing but your bootloader.
Thanks for all your help ...
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You're welcome, I hope it's not too confusing though.
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Voodoo OTA rootkeeper will protect your root, so that your device will remain rooted even when updating to a newer firmware version, whereas on Asus' stock ROMs, it usually wouldn't.
Debugfs is a script that'll run once you connect your tf700 to your computer. You download the debugfs file, run the program itself and it'll try to make your rooting proces much easier. You'll just have to press some keys, instead of doing (the usually much more complicated) alternative rooting processes.
It has been reported to work, but it didn't on mine. Maybe because I had been on JB first. So remember, try that debugfs on ICS!
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Hmm... To tell you the truth here are the video guides I found :
- Rooting :
-Unlocking :
-TWRP :
Exiting that D-day is coming close eh?! I can imagine. Once you have CR on it, you'll be so glad!
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Well yeah since it's my first tablet EVER !
Once your tablet gets to you, you'll need to go into its settings, tap 'about tablet' and check the build number. You'll see it'll either start with US or WW, depending on where you bought it from
If you install an official update you should always choose the matching file. You'll find the appropriate files here on xda or on asus' site. If you need help with wich you must choose, send me a message!
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I NEVER EVER go back to Stock or use OTA updater once I go Custom ROM !!!!
You can indeed go into fastboot without being on JB, but to be honest, I felt that first updating to stock JB, to update the bootloader and match the steps of that guideline of Hiemanshu, was safer.
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I prefer using cmd for that ...
However, if the debugfs method worked and you unlocked your bootloader on ICS too, there is no reason for all these complicated steps.
You can just
- root
-unlock
- install GooManager from the Play Store, and let that app
- install TWRP
From then on: happy flashing
(this guide is for when one of these simple steps fail, but if they don't it's all fairly simple! )
In order for your bootloader to keep up with the JB updates, it is better to first go to stock JB, but like you said, there is a .zip file somewhere (I'll try to find it) which you can just flash to update nothing but your bootloader.
You're welcome, I hope it's not too confusing though.
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Hope simple version works ... I don't like to be confused or to scratch my left ear with my right hand .. so to speak
And you are so awesome for helping me so much.... If you got Skype we can do a live process of all this guide on Saturday when I get the Tab.... Would be so much fun what you think?
Skype ID : gthx_1980
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PsyChoses said:
And you are so awesome for helping me so much.... If you got Skype we can do a live process of all this guide on Saturday when I get the Tab.... Would be so much fun what you think?
Skype ID : gthx_1980
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I'll try to add you on skype, but I can't really do anything crazy, because I should be studying for university, but I might indeed reply quicker on skype if you have any questions at that moment!
I'll add you
adelancker said:
I'll try to add you on skype, but I can't really do anything crazy, because I should be studying for university, but I might indeed reply quicker on skype if you have any questions at that moment!
I'll add you
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Study.... School more important.... Whenever you got free time we can talk... And thanks
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PsyChoses said:
Study.... School more important.... Whenever you got free time we can talk... And thanks
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It sure is when the exams are coming and I really want to pass 'em all to go to my last year before graduating!
adelancker said:
It sure is when the exams are coming and I really want to pass 'em all to go to my last year before graduating!
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Cool... Hope u get time on D-day so we can enjoy getting CRI on my baby....
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PsyChoses said:
Cool... Hope u get time on D-day so we can enjoy getting CRI on my baby....
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lol, I will try to check skype now and then I am sure that if it ships with ics you'll be able to do everything the nice and easy way
Maybe even install NVflash if you want
adelancker said:
lol, I will try to check skype now and then I am sure that if it ships with ics you'll be able to do everything the nice and easy way
Maybe even install NVflash if you want
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Will buzz you once I got my baby in my hands n if you available will have some fun.... If not well will try not to brick it xD
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PsyChoses said:
Will buzz you once I got my baby in my hands n if you available will have some fun.... If not well will try not to brick it xD
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Here is the JB bootloader only to flash:
bootloader zipfile:
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?lwekm09xy7x37zn
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Here is the JB bootloader only to flash:
bootloader zipfile:
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?lwekm09xy7x37zn
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And how can I flash this? Is there a tool or is it done via TWRP?
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PsyChoses said:
And how can I flash this? Is there a tool or is it done via TWRP?
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It is a flashable file you should install via a custom recovery!
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So I the tittle says it all i am getting my xoom today from work it will be a wifi only 32 gig US version of the zoom. My biggest questions are what is the best guide for rooting and flashing recovery i found these two: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=22276224#post22276224, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1074979 which one of those is best for my device and also is there another i should be using???( provide link if possible ) Also what is your favorite ROM i pretty much know what ones i want to try also whats your favorite kernel?? And anything else i should know about the devise i am looking forward to joining the xoom xda community,
That guide to rooting should do the trick for you. The hardest part is setting up ADB and fast boot, but really that isn't very difficult. Just make sure to type things correctly when using the command prompt! Haha. Also, that recovery by Solarnz works just fine, but I use the Team Rogue recovery. And I don't know if you've figured it out on your own, but no ROM for the Xoom is worth flashing unless it's ICS. But! you did say it was a work Xoom, and I don't know how much "legal" freedom you're going to be allowed.
Team EOS ROM v 1 and Steady Hawkins CM9 Kang both ran great on my Xoom (4G). You getting to the Xoom party just as its getting good. Honeycomb vs. ICS is a night and day difference.
apollyon0810 said:
That guide to rooting should do the trick for you. The hardest part is setting up ADB and fast boot, but really that isn't very difficult. Just make sure to type things correctly when using the command prompt! Haha. Also, that recovery by Solarnz works just fine, but I use the Team Rogue recovery. And I don't know if you've figured it out on your own, but no ROM for the Xoom is worth flashing unless it's ICS. But! you did say it was a work Xoom, and I don't know how much "legal" freedom you're going to be allowed.
Team EOS ROM v 1 and Steady Hawkins CM9 Kang both ran great on my Xoom (4G). You getting to the Xoom party just as its getting good. Honeycomb vs. ICS is a night and day difference.
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Thanks man yea i was a lil worried about using the guide cause no one has commented that it works but it seems like a good guide and yea i wouldnt go with any ROM but ICS and no its not for work im buying it from my work for personal use. but ok cool i will try that method thank you
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Thanks man yea i was a lil worried about using the guide cause no one has commented that it works but it seems like a good guide and yea i wouldnt go with any ROM but ICS and no its not for work im buying it from my work for personal use. but ok cool i will try that method thank you
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Fastboot and the like are pretty easy/simple to use after a while, especially if you're familiar with the command line/prompt.
Basically the procedure is:
1. Unlock Device
2. Root and install recovery (I like to do this from fastboot as well)
3. Flash ROM then GApps
4. Reconfigure home screens and accounts for the eleventy billionth time.
5.?????
6. Profit! (sorry. I had to)
apollyon0810 said:
Fastboot and the like are pretty easy/simple to use after a while, especially if you're familiar with the command line/prompt.
Basically the procedure is:
1. Unlock Device
2. Root and install recovery (I like to do this from fastboot as well)
3. Flash ROM then GApps
4. Reconfigure home screens and accounts for the eleventy billionth time.
5.?????
6. Profit! (sorry. I had to)
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What guide do you recommend for all that ???
dislplin01 said:
What guide do you recommend for all that ???
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I don't think there is a single guide that encompasses all that, but that rooting guide you found is a good start. Each sub part should have install instructions in the OP of each respective thread.
apollyon0810 said:
I don't think there is a single guide that encompasses all that, but that rooting guide you found is a good start. Each sub part should have install instructions in the OP of each respective thread.
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Cool yea the rooting and recovery are usually the only thing I'm worried about after that I'm good
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dislplin01 said:
So I the tittle says it all i am getting my xoom today from work it will be a wifi only 32 gig US version of the zoom. My biggest questions are what is the best guide for rooting and flashing recovery i found these two: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=22276224#post22276224, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1074979 which one of those is best for my device and also is there another i should be using???( provide link if possible ) Also what is your favorite ROM i pretty much know what ones i want to try also whats your favorite kernel?? And anything else i should know about the devise i am looking forward to joining the xoom xda community,
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This one has a bit more detail. Just read through all of them and get the info you need.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1249798
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This one has a bit more detail. Just read through all of them and get the info you need.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1249798
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+1
I followed those instructions and were able to unlock the bootloader and root my Xoom WiFi without any issues, and I'm a dork at rooting. I will especially recommend installing the alternative ADB setup which is mentioned in step 2.3.
hey guys i am new to the htc game been in the moto game for a while took a step down from the bionic to this not the best idea but no choice was doing a bit of developing working on the miui port for bionic and plan to try and get a ics miui port over here!!!
question here is i am trying to get this baby rooted and do some modding and see what is going to have to be done to get some roms on this baby!!! and release some.. I am actually got sdk and adb set up finally trying to follow this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1558532 and not sure on all of the detail do i need to put both the img file and the taco-root file in the rot of the sd and how do i downgrade or do i actually need to do that and cwm?? do i just flash that via rom manager and unrooting proccess is that pretty simple?
Bfitz26 said:
hey guys i am new to the htc game been in the moto game for a while took a step down from the bionic to this not the best idea but no choice was doing a bit of developing working on the miui port for bionic and plan to try and get a ics miui port over here!!!
question here is i am trying to get this baby rooted and do some modding and see what is going to have to be done to get some roms on this baby!!! and release some.. so i am on andorid 2.3.3 sense 2.1 software 2.76.651.5 kernal 2.6.35.10 build 2.76.651.1.5 i know sometimes software versions differer in how to get rooted and the proccess of full s off can some one please point me in the direction of rooting this baby!!? with of coarse cwm or amon recovery what every you guys use over here.. ill make it worth your while i promise..
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This post has the best links for ya... I personally prefer to do the downgrade manually.
You won't regret this device, trust me ... It says 800mhz on the box but I run at 1ghz and most shifts are overclockable to 1.8-1.9ghz. Sense isn't too bad either, i.m.o, way better than blur. Look forward to seeing ya around the forums! :beer:
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don't think you understood the question..
Bfitz26 said:
don't think you understood the question..
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Since you are on 2.3.3 you will have to downgrade hboot and root from froyo. The link I posted goes to a post with links. The first link of that post is the one you are looking for...
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ok sorry not familiar with down grading i usually just flash a tar file or run a windows batch file that automatically roots and runs the scripts automatically for you..
Bfitz26 said:
ok sorry not familiar with down grading i usually just flash a tar file or run a windows batch file that automatically roots and runs the scripts automatically for you..
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There are some batch scripts made by the developer Indirect... I believe the first link I posted has a link to that script as well... Its not difficult, just take your time and be patient...
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the first link goes to a paypal site 2nd link is going to just a general xda site and the third goes to a hboot downgrade..
Bfitz26 said:
the first link goes to a paypal site 2nd link is going to just a general xda site and the third goes to a hboot downgrade..
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Check this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1255474
Or this one http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1357157
And there's one more link to a script but I cant find it right now.
Like Drob said, to be able to get full s-off you'll have to downgrade your Hboot using one of the above mentioned methods. Or you could upgrade to 2.3.4 and use HTC's half ass unlock tool.
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cool man thanks look like no other way other than use sdk tool and what not slows my pc down whitch is why i don't really like it a whole lot.. at least we have a unlock bootloader..
Welcome to the shift section. We are the best community around . Enjoy unleashing the beast within. The shift is extremely underrated
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Bfitz26 said:
cool man thanks look like no other way other than use sdk tool and what not slows my pc down whitch is why i don't really like it a whole lot.. at least we have a unlock bootloader..
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I guess technically you dont have to use sdk/adb.. Im sure you could use terminal to temp root and push the misc.img, then use ShiftRR (an automated root for 2.2.) once you have ruu'ed.
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crump84 said:
I guess technically you dont have to use sdk/adb.. Im sure you could use terminal to temp root and push the misc.img, then use ShiftRR (an automated root for 2.2.) once you have ruu'ed.
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Yes, but in the long run it's going to be better to have all that ISH set up anyway .
Just a question and please dont take it the wrong way, but how does one plan on working on deving/porting miui or anything for that matter without the sdk/adb? I feel it is VERY important to have adb setup.
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Bfitz26 said:
cool man thanks look like no other way other than use sdk tool and what not slows my pc down whitch is why i don't really like it a whole lot.. at least we have a unlock bootloader..
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Let me know if you have any issues with the bootloader, I've been messing around with it a bit.
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Bfitz26 said:
cool man thanks look like no other way other than use sdk tool and what not slows my pc down whitch is why i don't really like it a whole lot.. at least we have a unlock bootloader..
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There's no need to use the unlock bootloader thing from htc, Indirect (over in the dev section) has a root method for 2.3.4 (if you choose to update to 2.3.4 anyway) that doesnt involve using the unlock tools
one_love_420 said:
Just a question and please dont take it the wrong way, but how does one plan on working on deving/porting miui or anything for that matter without the sdk/adb? I feel it is VERY important to have adb setup.
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thanks for the advise actually i have all tools set up running ubuntu right now have ported miui on bionic still bugs so i am really not a noob at all i am a noob to htc though..
jesuscash said:
There's no need to use the unlock bootloader thing from htc, Indirect (over in the dev section) has a root method for 2.3.4 (if you choose to update to 2.3.4 anyway) that doesnt involve using the unlock tools
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cool man do youy have a link on how to do this ? actually taking my stock shift in for service today phone is constantly freezing on messaging app home screen where ever it feel the need to piss me off might be talking them into giving me a different phone if possible... haven't decided what not the evo though had that phone and returned it in like 5 days!!!
Bfitz26 said:
cool man do youy have a link on how to do this ? actually taking my stock shift in for service today phone is constantly freezing on messaging app home screen where ever it feel the need to piss me off might be talking them into giving me a different phone if possible... haven't decided what not the evo though had that phone and returned it in like 5 days!!!
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Well if your taking it to Sprint. Upgrading it to 2.3.4 is probably one of the first things they'll do. Before they even trouble shoot it . if you end up keeping the device, and they upgrade it. you can use the method suggested above. The link is below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23895078
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i took it to sprint they didn't give me a new phone sigh... and they did some stupid test whitch i know i could have done myself being a hacker and all.. i noticed phone freezing lagging like crazy my epic at the time was wonderful.. but they didn't upgrade firmware at all.. so i guess how would i upgrade to 3.4 ??
Setting>system updates> firmware update.. rooting does solve all the problems that the phone has
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Arg....seems like the devs have moved on to getting s-off and coming out with new roms and have given up on finding exploits to root 1.85. The threads for root have been empty for a while now...wondering if its time to exchange the phone or return it and want for the sg3?
I know i'm not the only person frustrated for upgrading to 1.85....
I thought you could RUU back to 1.82 if you wanted and then root?
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mobilehavoc said:
I thought you could RUU back to 1.82 if you wanted and then root?
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You can. That is what I did. It's pretty simple.
Revert to 1.82, root,
one click superCID
relock in fast boot
ruu 1.85
flash the unlock token from fastboot, it took me a few tries before it took
flash a recovery (twrp is working well for us right now)
and then use the recovery to flash the SU zip file. Then you're all set
Well this is how it works.
Once you update your RUU to 1.85 then install CWM (flashing utility in recovery) You will just flash the Rom you wish this will give you root.
Hope this clears things up?
I'm unclear on the rooted 1.85 but from what I gather you have to have done superCID hack before upgrading to be able to gain root. I believe you have to also have superCID to do ruu to a previous firmware. I may be wrong but if your on 1.85 without superCID I think your SOL for now atleast.
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Read it follow it ROOT it... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671135
gtung99 said:
Arg....seems like the devs have moved on to getting s-off and coming out with new roms and have given up on finding exploits to root 1.85. The threads for root have been empty for a while now...wondering if its time to exchange the phone or return it and want for the sg3?
I know i'm not the only person frustrated for upgrading to 1.85....
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Maybe YOU should start working on the root then. Wow what an ignorant thing to post, its amazing how much people will complain for something they contribute nothing for.
P_Dub_S said:
Read it follow it ROOT it... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671135
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Says right in the instructions you need root to downgrade. Unless somebody can confirm otherwise?
redpoint73 said:
Says right in the instructions you need root to downgrade. Unless somebody can confirm otherwise?
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There's a thread on how to downgrade in development.
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SkizzMcNizz said:
There's a thread on how to downgrade in development.
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You mean the one linked in the post I just quoted? Like I said, that one says it requires root.
Lots of people are saying "just downgrade" on this thread. But I don't think its possible.
redpoint73 said:
Says right in the instructions you need root to downgrade. Unless somebody can confirm otherwise?
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Ah your correct there was another thread on how to get root through AT&T ready to go app but they blocked that now so looks like the OP waited to long.
It's simply amazing ...
robstunner said:
Maybe YOU should start working on the root then. Wow what an ignorant thing to post, its amazing how much people will complain for something they contribute nothing for.
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Yes, it's simply amazing how many people will write such non-useful crap that serves no useful purpose.
Look, we've all been there. We all had to learn from the beginning at some point.
I'm also sick of people lobbing ignorant comments my way when it comes to some of the things I do for others, especially here on xda. Case in point ...
Over the last three days I've prepared a 36-page manual that describes, in great detail, how to do virtually everything on a ONE X. Here's the link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1678308
It's sad when, after working an average of 70 hours per week as President an owner of my LED lighting company, plus having a 2-1/2-year-old at home, who's a wonderful challenge, plus having issues with my 82-year-old mother suffering from Alzheimers, I still MAKE time to help others, most especially here on xda. Why? Because it's the right thing to do. As I said above, we've all been there, and I'm quite sick and tired of so many others (THEY shall remain nameless), who can't spend a few extra seconds of their precious time to provide a better explanation than the simple "just do it in fastboot," or "use adb," etc.
Yes, I've now learned exactly what these two simple statements mean, but it really would have been nice, and far, far, far easier not just for me, but everyone if, instead of saying the following ...
flash it in fastboot
...they instead said something like ...
open a command prompt, navigate to your adb folder, and flash in fastboot using the following line:
fastboot flash recovery xxxxxxx.img
Wow, it took me an extra 10 seconds. Oh, my goodness, my fingers are now so sore. I think I'll head to the hospital. Be back later.
Peter
P.S. And don't anyone dare tell me, like someone did yesterday, that I should basically shut up and stop "sassing" (their word) the developers because they work so hard at what they do. You know, I probably work as hard if not MUCH harder than most of them, yet I will always try my very best to give some of my time to others. Again, as I said above, it's the right thing to do. You know, maybe if more people did just that, the world wouldn't be so full of self-centred, egotistical ingrates.
P_Dub_S said:
Ah your correct there was another thread on how to get root through AT&T ready to go app but they blocked that now so looks like the OP waited to long.
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Or didn't wait enough. Don't update official firmware without knowing if existing root methods will still work, unless you are willing to live with the consequences.
FusionTechFTS said:
You can. That is what I did. It's pretty simple.
Revert to 1.82, root,
one click superCID
relock in fast boot
ruu 1.85
flash the unlock token from fastboot, it took me a few tries before it took
flash a recovery (twrp is working well for us right now)
and then use the recovery to flash the SU zip file. Then you're all set
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Wow. All that and I'm not sure it will even work. Makes me realize how nice it is to have devices like the Nexus that are not locked down as much as HTCs latest on AT&T.
It also seems like Samsung devices are not as difficult to deal with than HTC and the locked bootloader and S-On.
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davidstech11 said:
Wow. All that and I'm not sure it will even work. Makes me realize how nice it is to have devices like the Nexus that are not locked down as much as HTCs latest on AT&T.
It also seems like Samsung devices are not as difficult to deal with than HTC and the locked bootloader and S-On.
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well..get a OTG..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sho...bSeBg &usg=AFQjCNHEnFsWor6zKtrltkg0TIqCxP1pLw
read that post...this allows you to downgrade...with you can get root...
however...you have to get some $$ off of your pocket..
redpoint73 said:
You mean the one linked in the post I just quoted? Like I said, that one says it requires root.
Lots of people are saying "just downgrade" on this thread. But I don't think its possible.
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My bad.
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redpoint73 said:
You mean the one linked in the post I just quoted? Like I said, that one says it requires root.
Lots of people are saying "just downgrade" on this thread. But I don't think its possible.
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So only option is to get a new OneX and hope it has 1.82 or below? I'm not even sure root and ROMs are that critical to me but just curious
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once rooted what are somethings i can do to make my phone faster? i have no idea why it lags on opening the app drawer
Crizthakidd said:
once rooted what are somethings i can do to make my phone faster? i have no idea why it lags on opening the app drawer
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You have installed something to make it slow. Since every One X I seen and used did not lag on opening the app drawer. Not seeing lag.
davidstech11 said:
You have installed something to make it slow. Since every One X I seen and used did not lag on opening the app drawer. Not seeing lag.
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I've seen where some people say that it lags a little when they open it for the first time after a reboot or it sitting idle a while. It's happened to me a few times also.
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As per title, is there a complete JB Rom that I can obtain?
I'm a new Android user and yet to touch the stock Telstra One XL rom, so yes I'm a newbie to this.
I basically want the full functions of the phone like using the camera etc, as I noticed some roms here aren't final.
And Sense 4.0 is quite laggy and I'm really anal about it, so thought a clean and bloatware-free OS would do the trick.
If anyone can assist please.
Android 4.03 - HTC Sense 4.0 - Software 1.89.841.9
What you need to do first is look inside the threads for original android development when you see 1 that said jelly bean or c m 10 read the very first host of the thread and see if it says a daily driver. If you're new to routing and developing for android you may get overwhelmed really quickly so it's best to wait until you find a rom that is available as a daily driver . Please excuse any typos you may find since I'm typing this using my voice lol
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oddfuturejoey said:
What you need to do first is look inside the threads for original android development when you see 1 that said jelly bean or c m 10 read the very first host of the thread and see if it says a daily driver. If you're new to routing and developing for android you may get overwhelmed really quickly so it's best to wait until you find a rom that is available as a daily driver . Please excuse any typos you may find since I'm typing this using my voice lol
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OK, thanks mate. Yes I want to use it and pretty much forget it, until a new software update becomes available from HTC/Telstra.
Just looking for a clean installation. Not really liking Sense 4.0 performance-wise.
I'm gonna be honest: I love Sense (at least the way the widgets look), but everything else is ehh. Check out the AOKP ice cream sandwich rom. It's optimized for speed. Once you root and unlock your bootloader that should be the first one you check out: it made MY XL run smooth as butter
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Forgot to add: if you want easy customization AOKP is also the way to go. Take my word for it, brother
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Currently I don't think there are any Jelly Bean Roms that are 100% done. I am using the CM 10 by h8rift and I think this one is as close as there is to being 100% done. Here is the link to check it out http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1790032.
I am using this as my daily driver and haven't had too many problems with it and I love how fast and smooth everything is. That being said if you are looking for a rom that you can flash and leave and not mess with basically forever I wouldn't recommend and of the Jelly Bean ones. Some of them are getting close to being complete but none are quite there yet. I would stick to one of the Ice Cream Sandwich roms. I haven't tried any of them so I don't have personal experience with any of them but I do like the work h8rift has done on the CM 10 rom so I would at least look at his CM 9 rom and see if that looks good for you. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1808206. As I copied the link still seems like there are some things that need to be sorted out so I might go with the person above me's recommendation as he at least has personal experience.
Hope this helps!
Use the search feature. There aren't any hidden roms that aren't in the original android development forum.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1601543
Is this OK for the Telstra HOXL? Version 1.89.841.9
Now I just gotta research how to root the phone...
I've googled, so is the correct way to unlock and start adding custom roms?
http://ausdroid.net/2012/05/21/how-to-root-the-htc-one-xl-generic-telstra/
I'm thinking of using HTC Dev under "unsupported" models as it looks more legit.
Miguel One XL said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1601543
Is this OK for the Telstra HOXL? Version 1.89.841.9
Now I just gotta research how to root the phone...
And I've googled, and is the correct way to unlock and start adding custom roms?
http://ausdroid.net/2012/05/21/how-to-root-the-htc-one-xl-generic-telstra/
I'm thinking of using HTC Dev under "unsupported" models as it looks more legit.
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no, you'll brick your phone with that ROM. ROMs in that section are ONLY for International HOX.
regarding on unlocking and rooting, like others have said, I'd suggest you go to this section: http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1541
read as much as you can on threads related to unlocking and rooting, otherwise, it can brick your device if something is wrong. And reading those can also helps you understand how things work so you can troubleshoot problems later on.
Some examples to get you started:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671396
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1709424
I appreciate the advice and for the links. Cheers
Hi Miguel
If you head over here to this thread created by the_scotsman its all about the Telstra One XL :good: plenty of us hacking and chopping roms there and able to help you with specific Telstra questions :victory:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1691295
atticusmas said:
Use the search feature. There aren't any hidden roms that aren't in the original android development forum.
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That's what you think. Once you hit 500 posts you'll be PM'd a link for the super-duper-special-top-secret-hidden development section. That's where all the good stuff is. We already have S-Off over there, not to mention a fully functional stable Key Lime Pie build.
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That's what you think. Once you hit 500 posts you'll be PM'd a link for the super-duper-special-top-secret-hidden development section. That's where all the good stuff is. We already have S-Off over there, not to mention a fully functional stable Key Lime Pie build.
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SHHH! You aren't supposed to let our secret out! We developers will get angry!
Haha Jk. @OP If you need any help let me, or anyone know. We're here to help, and we don't want you to have a bricked phone. Believe me, if you have ANY doubts, ASK US. Otherwise you might end up with a fancy paperweight.
readngst suplhuris
Haha thanks guys. I completely understand that I'm a newbie to this...
Can someone please confirm that these steps are either spot on or if I'm missing something?
Just to recap, its a HOXL - version 1.89 - Telstra (AUS)
Plug phone via USB (Charge only)
Enable USB debugging
Go to HTCDev to unlock bootloader
Flash TWRP custom recovery via Fastboot (GooManager) Google App store
Flash Pre-rooted ROM of your choice (Telstra AUS tick approval).
I just did a backup, factory reset and wiped all data. I want to keep the factory ROM, just in case things go south.
Miguel One XL said:
Haha thanks guys. I completely understand that I'm a newbie to this...
Can someone please confirm that these steps are either spot on or if I'm missing something?
Just to recap, its a HOXL - version 1.89 - Telstra (AUS)
Plug phone via USB (Charge only)
Enable USB debugging
Go to HTCDev to unlock bootloader
Flash TWRP custom recovery via Fastboot (GooManager) Google App store
Flash Pre-rooted ROM of your choice (Telstra AUS tick approval).
I just did a backup, factory reset and wiped all data. I want to keep the factory ROM, just in case things go south.
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Yep! Though your recovery flashing step is worded a bit weird. What you can do is download GooManager Beta from the Play Store, open it, hit menu, and select Install OpenRecovery (or something like that, I forget the exact wording). That will download and install TWRP for you. Reboot into recovery to confirm it worked.
Hi.
I'm a new membr to XDA, not ANdroid, I've had my Samsung s3 since it came out. I want to upgrade to Jellybean. I Have Odin, and I have the JB file to Flash. I'm blind, so I'm not sure what the best way of doing this is. Odin is accessible, but entering download mode might be a problem because there would be no speach unless there was vibration feedback. Also, how do I unlock the bootloader? I'm using a PC. Can I just use Odin to unlock it? Thanks for the help in advance.:fingers-crossed:
I would read up on it. But if you want easy just wait (sources say maybe Friday) for the ota. It will be coming soon.
droidx2.3.3 said:
I would read up on it. But if you want easy just wait (sources say maybe Friday) for the ota. It will be coming soon.
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Well, I could, But I don't mind hard. I like challenges. LOL.
Read section 2 of Droidstyle's guide in the development section. In section two of that guide, you will find everything you need to root, unlock, and install a custom recovery in order to flash a JB rom.
Wait and I do apologize. I'm not sure how best to help you if you do in fact have a visual handicap. I'm honestly not aware of a way to go forward and not cause any issues.
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