Hello all,
I have a couple questions regarding rooting my phone
i have a fully stock vrz sgs3 and the only thing ive done to it is loaded a different launcher (nova prime). i want to root my phone so that i can backup everything ive downloaded onto it (contacts, pictures, but most importantly EVERY app ive downloaded) and also slap a rom on there for some unique customizations (was thinking CM10).
I suppose my first question would be, in the process of rooting my phone, will it wipe any/all data and leave the phone like it was when i first open the box?
and if it doesn't, will i be able to backup everything with a backup app (and also which one would be highest on people's lists) before i start getting that rom on there and going nuts making my phone my own?
thank you very much for everyones time and help with this!
happy new year!
slainte!
If you use the one click root method(http://droidmodderx.com/galaxys3/?page_id=159) which by the way is way easier and faster than Odin, you won't lose any of your data, afterwards you will download Titanium backup to backup all of your apps, I'm not sure if there's another app out there but trust me this is the one EVERYONE uses and the best one. Then download EZ-recovery(from the app store) and install the custom recovery CWM using the app itself and download EZ-unlock 1.2 (http://rootzwiki.com/topic/32456-app-920-ez-unlock-14-easiest-way-to-unlock-your-bootloader/) since 1.4 is buggy, and press unlock to unlock the bootloader and then you can flash all the ROMs you want. You MUST have the bootloader unlock to flash custom ROMs/kernels and remember to always factory reset/wipe cache and dalvik and format system when flashing and don't ever flash a ROM from another carrier because it will brick your device.
Good luck.
I'm guessing you are on JB OTA right?
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If so here is the only method to root it http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35418324
You woo not lose your data doing it. Also, as a friendly tip download triangle away because this root method will trip your flash counter. Also, I HIGHLY recommend not downloading or following guides from other sites besides here and root, and maybe a select other few. Seen way to many bricks by following random guides.
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Make sure you follow the root guide according to what software you are running. The ICS method does not work for Jellybean. Rooting will not wipe your data but flashing a ROM will. Just do a Nandroid backup in clock work mod (CWM) thats backs up your data with your ROM as well. You can download Titanium Backup to back up your apps. Sms backup will back up your txts and call logs.
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kintwofan said:
I'm guessing you are on JB OTA right?
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If so here is the only method to root it http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35418324
You woo not lose your data doing it. Also, as a friendly tip download triangle away because this root method will trip your flash counter. Also, I HIGHLY recommend not downloading or following guides from other sites besides here and root, and maybe a select other few. Seen way to many bricks by following random guides.
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Well put couldn't have said it better,
I would not jump right into an ASOP like CM10 for my first flash, you might want to start with a TouchWiz based rom like Clean rom first. AOSP roms in general take a few more steps to install and still have some occasional issues (data drops, getting stuck in roaming, and loosing IMEI (no data) any of which could lead to a day of anxiety and localized baldness (hair pulling)
I hope you know what your getting into.....You will never be satisfied with a stock rom again :laugh:
Wow! What great responses everyone!
Thanks all for the great advise and help!
I'll keep you guys posted... If I still can from my phone
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Look up droidmodderx on YouTube. He has extremely simple walk through for rooting
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AegonTheDragon said:
If you use the one click root method which by the way is way easier and faster than Odin, you won't lose any of your data, afterwards you will download Titanium backup to backup all of your apps, I'm not sure if there's another app out there but trust me this is the one EVERYONE uses and the best one. Then download EZ-recovery(from the app store) and install the custom recovery CWM using the app itself and download EZ-unlock 1.2 since 1.4 is buggy, and press unlock to unlock the bootloader and then you can flash all the ROMs you want. You MUST have the bootloader unlock to flash custom ROMs/kernels and remember to always factory reset/wipe cache and dalvik and format system when flashing and don't ever flash a ROM from another carrier because it will brick your device.
Good luck.
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so i tried to do the root method you mention in the first part of your response, and it asked me if the uid and the gid are set to 0. there were not prompts for me to change the values of these id's so i assumed they were not set to 0 when the cmd asked me.
can you please advise on how to get these set to 0?
thank you!
Just check in the prompt, even if it's right it'll ask you, it'll say they're values in the prompt.
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Just check in the prompt, even if it's right it'll ask you, it'll say they're values in the prompt.
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i saw when it askes about testing the superuser and it should say the values of those two id's and some other lines as well, but in the prompt for me, it says /system/bin/sh: /system/xbin/su: not found
i have both the usb debugging set and unknown users selected.
not sure what the prob is
thanks
jdowell362 said:
i saw when it askes about testing the superuser and it should say the values of those two id's and some other lines as well, but in the prompt for me, it says /system/bin/sh: /system/xbin/su: not found
i have both the usb debugging set and unknown users selected.
not sure what the prob is
thanks
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Are you on jb or ics
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kintwofan said:
Are you on jb or ics
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im running jb 4.1.1
jdowell362 said:
im running jb 4.1.1
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Then like I said earlier, those one clicks do not work on jb. You need to follow the guide I posted. That's why it's not working.
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Then like I said earlier, those one clicks do not work on jb. You need to follow the guide I posted. That's why it's not working.
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ahhhhh roger that!
thanks again P
kintwofan said:
Then like I said earlier, those one clicks do not work on jb. You need to follow the guide I posted. That's why it's not working.
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ok i think this might be my last question P
i have gotten as far as flashing the vralec and the cwm md5's onto my phone and gotten into cwm and installed the bootloader and it went perfectly and now i just need to reboot and its asking me "rom may flash stock recovery on boot. fix?
do i select "no" or "yes, disable recovery flash"?
i would prefer not to wipe any data so im guessing i select "yes..."
thanks again
Select yes or you will have to redo everything
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What is the difference between using the EZ-Bootloader or using Goomanager for TWRP?
I am not a fan of using apps just for the sake of it and having 3 of the same on my phone. I have seen people use Goomanager for TWRP, EZ-Bootloader and Rom Manager. All I want is one...so is there an advantage or disadvantage to using TWRP and uninstalling EZ-Boatloader?
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What is the difference between using the EZ-Bootloader or using Goomanager for TWRP?
I am not a fan of using apps just for the sake of it and having 3 of the same on my phone. I have seen people use Goomanager for TWRP, EZ-Bootloader and Rom Manager. All I want is one...so is there an advantage or disadvantage to using TWRP and uninstalling EZ-Boatloader?
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EZ-Recovery has the the old TWRP preloaded last I saw but can load latest on sd card and use the app to install it. Goo Manager downloads the latest TWRP directly and installs. Rom Manager is for CWM.
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kintwofan said:
Then like I said earlier, those one clicks do not work on jb. You need to follow the guide I posted. That's why it's not working.
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Mr. Robinsons Route 66 K3 version works fine also. Just unlock bootloader before recovery flash.
Thanks
That's what I wass thnking as well. I plan on uninstalling the EZ-Bootloader and press on with TWRP.
Thanks
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I know this may sound odd for.some but important asking cause everything i tried seems not to work so i can i get some help maybe some step be step instructions.please don't nobody has to be a smart ass also if somebody would be willing to make a video that would be nice.....
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Are you trying to root from stock ee4? The question was a little vague and I want to make sure before typing it all out.
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Yes that's what im trying to do
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I think there is a rooted stock ee4 in the development section. Let me see if I can find it. I think you would then just install using Odin with is in a sticky at the top.
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Why do you want rooted stock ee4? To debloat?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1121201
Found this but seems like alot to go through just for root. Easier to find a debloated version and just add back in what you want. Im still new at this myself.
If you are only worried about root and do not want to flash a custom ROM you only need to:
1. Download CWM from this forum: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1112804.
2. Flash it to your phone using odin, make sure you selct PDA and uncheck auto-reboot. When finished boot straight into recovery just to make sure everything worked.
3. Install superuser from the market or download the .apk and flash through cwm. =)
That's it, if you have any questions about how to use odin please refer to this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1160580
Knew there was an easier way lol. Guess I learned another thing for today.
Thanks important bout to try ima update when important done
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Thanks important bout to try ima update when important done
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Got to love T9. Haha.
i hate t9 i always do that
You're not the only one man. Dont worry about it.
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I tried those steps it didn't work for me
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did you get an error on a part or where did things stop working?
It said complete but wen i wen i downloaded superuser it said i wqsnt rooted
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Not sure if you can achieve root on this phone without a custom kernel.
As far as I'm aware if you do go with a custom kernel when Verizon releases an update you will need to revert back to stock to be able to receive it.
If that's ok with you go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1205428 and follow steps 1, 2a ,2b. you'll be sitting rooted and stock at that point. if you go with the pbj voodoo kernel (i'm using it) it will give you root and speed your phone up quite a bit. after that just download superuser from the market and go nuts.
Hey Motorola Atrix 2sers!
You guys have a great device! I have a Samsung Infuse 4G but I'm working with my Dad's Motorola Atrix 2 on AT&T and he's running the newest official release of Gingerbread 2.3.6 from AT&T (OTA as I believed its called)
I just rooted it today using the one click method and I attained root completely fine. Superuser and a few other root-only apps work perfectly.
Now my Dad wants ICS on it and I have a few questions:
1) I can't find the ICS ROM leak though I've seen it mentioned multiple times. Can someone redirect me please?
I found a version of CM9 here (actually, it looks just like what I'm running on my Infuse) but I don't know if it's legit. (http://droidsans.com/node/80867) This link came from a thread started in the Development section in the forum here for this device (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1781177)
I'd prefer the official leak I keep seeing mentioned to this sketchier CM9 but I'd be fine using CM9 if it's verified to run smoothly. I need a ROM that is as functional for day to day use as possible; I am not, nor will I pretend to be, a developer (And by the way, I'd like to take this as a moment to thank all the developers that make these projects and modifications a reality. You guys rock)
2) I ran into a problem getting Clockwork as the recovery mode. I used a method (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1346977) involving installing an app called Atrix 2 Bootstrapper and simply selecting the reboot recovery option while running the app. When I selected that option, the phone just rebooted normally.
From searching around, I think this has to do with the bootloader being locked, but I can only find a way to unlock the bootloader for the atrix 4G, and I don't wanna risk bricking since I'm working with the Atrix 2. (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1182871&highlight=automatic) Will this 4G method work?
3) Would I be OK just flashing this version of ICS (or any, ROM for that matter) onto the device through the stock Recovery mode? If I use the volume up/down & power button method, enter recovery, and press up/down volume again, I'm able to enter a form of Recovery that appears similar to Clockwork. Is this okay to use for flashing any ROM onto the device?
4) Would I need to flash the Google apps as well? Play store, maps...etx...If so, where could I find a package for them?
I realize it's a lot of super specific questions, and I apologize if they've been answered, but I've combed every relevant thread I could find.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
1) Stay on 2.3.6 for now since we can't go back from ICS.
2)Atrix Bootstaper works fine just "bootstrap recovery" then "reboot recovery"
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3) no
4) no
Read the noob thread for detailed info.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396650
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DemosZevasa said:
1) Stay on 2.3.6 for now since we can't go back from ICS.
2)Atrix Bootstaper works fine just "bootstrap recovery" then "reboot recovery"
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Thanks for the quick reply!
He really wants ICS, the question of going back isn't really an issue. But wouldn't I be able to return to stock with an FXZ (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396650&highlight=clockwork+recovery) anyway?
Regarding the Bootstrapper: No, it did not work just fine. I tried it multiple times, but each time I selected "reboot recovery" it would just reboot normally.
DemosZevasa said:
3) no
4) no
Read the noob thread for detailed info.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396650
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3 again) So I absolutely need CWM, huh? Sorry to be redundant, but it doesn't cooperate.
This is an Atrix 4G "noob thread" http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1154600
This is the Atrix 2 "noob thread" http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396650&highlight=clockwork+recovery
I'm drawing only from the Atrix2 thread for HOW TOs, but I'm using the 4G thread for reference and information.
FXZ from ICS to GB will have a 99% chance of bricking. So if you mess up your are stuck.
CWM is best, check the development thread for CWM on boot thread.
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DemosZevasa said:
FXZ from ICS to GB will have a 99% chance of bricking. So if you mess up your are stuck.
CWM is best, check the development thread for CWM on boot thread.
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Thank you so much! I'll explain that to him. Do you recommend any good Gingerbread ROMs?
He's looking for a few key things:
-Toggles in the notification bar for things like WiFi, Data, Auto-Rotate
-WiFi Tethering (he just wants to be able to make a mobile hotspot)
-Integrated Screenshot function
By, the development thread for CWM on boot thread, did you mean this? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1427007)
I really appreciate your guidance!
Rayk1080 said:
Thank you so much! I'll explain that to him. Do you recommend any good Gingerbread ROMs?
He's looking for a few key things:
-Toggles in the notification bar for things like WiFi, Data, Auto-Rotate
-WiFi Tethering (he just wants to be able to make a mobile hotspot)
-Integrated Screenshot function
By, the development thread for CWM on boot thread, did you mean this? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1427007)
I really appreciate your guidance!
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I would go with SCV6
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I really like Romulus (development section) screenshot support is a ICS feature but you can get an app for that
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606257
I meant that one.
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DemosZevasa said:
I really like Romulus (development section) screenshot support is a ICS feature but you can get an app for that
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606257
I meant that one.
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Yeah, I have him using Screenshot ER Demo (he only uses free apps), but I expect he'll complain about the watermark. I personally think that app is perfect!
Couldn't find scv6, I found scv7, but that's ICS, isn't it? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1591790&highlight=scv6)
And doesn't this (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606257) boot you into CWM on EVERY reboot? Don't I need to be able to normal boot, too?
I'm sorry if I'm dragging this out, I just want to be really thorough and I'm not experienced. I cannot thank you enough.
It will boot into recovery just select reboot and it will boot normally.
Scv6 is under V7 in the OP :thumbup:
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I would go with SCV6
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LOL just realized you were a different person, farshad525hou.
Sorry for the confusion and thanks for the input! :good:
I think, based on what DemosZevasa was saying, I'll be avoiding ICS.
SC v6 is GB so try it its good too
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I thank you both so much, I'll consult with my Dad to give him his options (but I think he'll want Romulus), and I'll post back here when I'm done flashing to let you guys know! Both ROMs (scv6 and Romulus) provide the hotspot and toggles right?
I hope the CWM procedure is simpler than it looks. Looks dauntingly involved...
Thanks again!
Yes they both do. But Romulus is Odexed and SCv6 is Deodexed.
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Quick question while I use this (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606257) to get CWM on every boot/reboot before I flash either ROM.
Since the Atrix Bootstrapper app isn't working for me, can I use the stock recovery mode I mentioned before to flash the PB Zip? It appears I have no way to get into Clockwork.
No stock wont install it. Idk why it isnt working...
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Rayk1080 said:
Quick question while I use this (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606257) to get CWM on every boot/reboot before I flash either ROM.
Since the Atrix Bootstrapper app isn't working for me, can I use the stock recovery mode I mentioned before to flash the PB Zip? It appears I have no way to get into Clockwork.
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Are you sure your Dad's phone is an MB865, and not an ME865?
If it is an ME865 that might be why it is not working... most of the things in here have really been setup or tested on the MB865 for AT&T USA models, somethings work on other versions of the A2 but not everything.
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Are you sure your Dad's phone is an MB865, and not an ME865?
If it is an ME865 that might be why it is not working... most of the things in here have really been setup or tested on the MB865 for AT&T USA models, somethings work on other versions of the A2 but not everything.
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Thanks so much for the quick reply!
I'm absolutely certain my Dad's phone is the Motorola Atrix 2 on AT&T and I live in the U.S.
Is it because of the locked boot loader maybe? Maybe that's why the Atrix Bootsrapper app isn't working to get me into clockwork...?
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I know that there are 1or two threads teaching you how to get google wallet up and running on your verizon galaxy s 3, but if your like me, you prefer learning by watching somebody do it. Thats why i made a video of how to install google wallet on your verizon galaxy s 3. If you have any questions you can post in here, or in the comments to my video
MY VIDEO HERE:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A83kLpScJrg
ALL CREDIT GOES TO:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1810140
https://plus.google.com/u/0/108019745978944993252/posts/ZqRXYf7NyBF
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1769083
Thanks and i hope this helps some of you guys out. Hope it works out for you guys!
thanks, video instructions easy to follow and it works. just cant update because it says unsupported phone or network.
a65lopez said:
thanks, video instructions easy to follow and it works. just cant update because it says unsupported phone or network.
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That happened to me at first and I found that I didn't have my build.prop the exact way that it should be. So check your build.prop out!
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I can't get update to run either...
error reading card
I used gapps for cm9 and it has an error reading card every time I wiped dealvic cache to reboote in recovery to so if u have the answer reply asap
edsel111 said:
I used gapps for cm9 and it has an error reading card every time I wiped dealvic cache to reboote in recovery to so if u have the answer reply asap
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I made it very VERY clear at the beginning of the video that you should only follow these instructions if you are on a STOCK ROOTED Rom. I don't know how to do it on any Rom besides that
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Could you post a video on how to properly wipe google wallet to save your secure element in the event you want to flash another ROM?
Hey, appreciate the video.
I'm on a stock rooted rom, but when trying to open the build prop in text editor as you did, a pop up message appears saying "Warning: You cannot edit this file because the file system is read-only."
At the top of root explorer you shoold see a button that says "mount r/w" . Tap that button and problem solved
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After installing the wallet, build.prop file should be restored to original? Or leave it?
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After installing the wallet, build.prop file should be restored to original? Or leave it?
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I would just leave it. I dont see why you wouldn't , I mean the build prop that you changed it to is the sprint galaxy s 3, so the only difference is that there are less blocked apps
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Thanks for nice guide!
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Thanks for nice guide!
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Anytime! Thanks for the appreciation
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My ultimate question is this, I am rooted only. My bootloader is not unlocked and with the exception of root, all is stock. Will these directions work for me or do I have to install a rom?
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SubaruCop said:
My ultimate question is this, I am rooted only. My bootloader is not unlocked and with the exception of root, all is stock. Will these directions work for me or do I have to install a rom?
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You need a custom recovery to flash the files so you must unlock first. [Assuming you're on Verizon] Download https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mmmeff.ez.unlock and click unlock. You're now unlocked. To install a custom recovery, download GooManager or Rom Manager and allow the app to install the custom recovery of your choice (TWRP or Clockworkmod). Then you're set to install Google Wallet.
I still can't manage to add a card to the wallet
Okay, I read on here every day on my cell and can't find the answer to my question. I, like alot of people have a stock, rooted, unlocked phone and want to update to the latest OTA. I would like to, if possible, do this without Odin.
I was wondering if they're was a file like Scott's stock Rom that could be dirty flashed over stock without any problems? If there is no other way, I plan on using Odin to get back to stock after I relock the bootloader, take the update, and then reroot, unlock, etc.
The big reason that I would rather do it without the computer is that I am on the road 90% of the time and don't have access to a computer. I depend on my phone for GPS as well as entertainment, so being without my phone isn't an option for me. Are there any options?
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Okay, I read on here every day on my cell and can't find the answer to my question. I, like alot of people have a stock, rooted, unlocked phone and want to update to the latest OTA. I would like to, if possible, do this without Odin.
I was wondering if they're was a file like Scott's stock Rom that could be dirty flashed over stock without any problems? If there is no other way, I plan on using Odin to get back to stock after I relock the bootloader, take the update, and then reroot, unlock, etc.
The big reason that I would rather do it without the computer is that I am on the road 90% of the time and don't have access to a computer. I depend on my phone for GPS as well as entertainment, so being without my phone isn't an option for me. Are there any options?
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I am the same way and would like to do it without going completely back to locked/un-rooted/stock. I was able to find a ROM that Scott just updated with the new VRALG7 from verizon here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1892670
This will apparently update your phone to the new baseband and leave you stock/rooted.
Hope this helps!
Yeah I read that, but there are some bugs. I wonder if anyone has tried a dirty flash?
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I just did this, I downloaded Scott's latest vralg7 on my phone opened and flashed. It works awesome haven't had any probs yet. BTW I'm stock rooted unlocked that's it.:thumbup:
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Broadley1 said:
I just did this, I downloaded Scott's latest vralg7 on my phone opened and flashed. It works awesome haven't had any probs yet. BTW I'm stock rooted unlocked that's it.:thumbup:
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Did you just wipe cache and dalvik cache or do a full wipe?
What I ended up doing was a full wipe and flashed CleanROM 2.5, which is based on the new VRLG7 updates. Then I flashed the new VRLG7 radio form here:
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/34053-of...zon-sgs3-sch-i535-odin-or-recovery-flashable/
Titanium backup took care of restoring all of my apps and settings.
I am curious about this as well. I sent him a PM and will let you know if he replies.
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I sent him a PM and haven't heard back yet. I have read more on this and evidently, flashing on top will not update the framework? Does anyone else have any ideas?
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Sorry for the late reply. I just wiped cache I didn't wipe and factory reset and it works great
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HHF2 said:
I am curious about this as well. I sent him a PM and will let you know if he replies.
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I appreciate it!
HHF2 said:
Okay, I read on here every day on my cell and can't find the answer to my question. I, like alot of people have a stock, rooted, unlocked phone and want to update to the latest OTA. I would like to, if possible, do this without Odin.
I was wondering if they're was a file like Scott's stock Rom that could be dirty flashed over stock without any problems? If there is no other way, I plan on using Odin to get back to stock after I relock the bootloader, take the update, and then reroot, unlock, etc.
The big reason that I would rather do it without the computer is that I am on the road 90% of the time and don't have access to a computer. I depend on my phone for GPS as well as entertainment, so being without my phone isn't an option for me. Are there any options?
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You could use Mobile Odin! This designed for people on the go.
Broadley1 said:
I just did this, I downloaded Scott's latest vralg7 on my phone opened and flashed. It works awesome haven't had any probs yet. BTW I'm stock rooted unlocked that's it.:thumbup:
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You just want to make sure you don't accidentally lock your bootloader and reboot since you will get the Verizon unauthorized software message which is also fixable but..
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You could use Mobile Odin! This designed for people on the go.
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Okay, I purchased mobile Odin pro, what is the way that I need to do it? I have not seen a guide for that application. Also, will I lose everything on the phone and have to restore everything if I do it this way?
EDIT: I think I can probably wing mobile Odin, I can't find the new image file to flash. Does anyone know where to find it? I looked on Samsung updates . Com and couldn't find it.
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Can I ask why you guys want the update anyway? I'm also on stock/rooted/unlocked and all I did was freeze the apps called 'sdm' and 'fwupgrade' and there's no chance for it to update to the OTA. I hear all it has is dumbed down search and a Verizon remote-help sort of thing.
It blocks a security issue and is different framework from what I understand. I would lock the bootloader, unroot, OTA, and then redo everything but will not be around a computer until tomorrow at the best.
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It blocks a security issue and is different framework from what I understand. I would lock the bootloader, unroot, OTA, and then redo everything but will not be around a computer until tomorrow at the best.
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After reading the posts on Scott's CleanROM 2.5, that's what I am going to do this weekend. I will feel a lot better knowing I received the most up-to-date software from Samsung as the framework and then customize my phone the way I want. Plus, that's what a lot of the more experienced posters have been recommending, and for a noob like me, it would be dumb for me to not take their advice.
Thanks for getting back to me about the cache wiping question!
No worries, good luck!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2332825 I used this and now it boots up like Install, wipe, backup, restore, mount, settings, advanced and reboot. WHAT DO I DO?
You are in recovery. You probably want to make a backup. Then you flash a Rom if you want. Did you do any research on flashing before you did this.
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That's how I rooted. Either reboot to just be rooted on stock ROM or hit install to install a ROM that u downloaded
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If u want a good stock ROM. Try this one. I love it
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1832070
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david7598 said:
That's how I rooted. Either reboot to just be rooted on stock ROM or hit install to install a ROM that u downloaded
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If u want a good stock ROM. Try this one. I love it
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1832070
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Hey david you saved my life. How do I download a rom onto my phone? is cyanoegenmod able to be used on this?
Joelkat said:
Hey david you saved my life. How do I download a rom onto my phone? is cyanoegenmod able to be used on this?
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Just go into the Verizon galaxy s3 development area on this forum and find a ROM that u would like. It will explain everything that u need to do. Please read the entire post before doing anything though. And remember. NEVER FLASH AN INTERNATIONAL ROM. that's death for your phone. If its not meant for an sch-i535 (Verizon s3) then do not use it
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And always do a backup before u install any ROM.
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Just go into the Verizon galaxy s3 development area on this forum and find a ROM that u would like. It will explain everything that u need to do. Please read the entire post before doing anything though. And remember. NEVER FLASH AN INTERNATIONAL ROM. that's death for your phone. If its not meant for an sch-i535 (Verizon s3) then do not use it
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And always do a backup before u install any ROM.
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Thanks again david. What rom are you using?
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Thanks again david. What rom are you using?
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I am using clean ROM 7. Its stock. But its tweaked for speed and battery savings. And while Installing its totally customizable. U choose what gets installed.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1832070
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I am using clean ROM 7. Its stock. But its tweaked for speed and battery savings. And while Installing its totally customizable. U choose what gets installed.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1832070
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Okay I will try it out.. It told me to fix super user? so I pressed it and now it just says Downloading Do not turn off target.. but I cant tell if its making progress or not
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Okay I will try it out.. It told me to fix super user? so I pressed it and now it just says Downloading Do not turn off target.. but I cant tell if its making progress or not
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You're in download mode. Pull the battery. Reboot the phone. Open super user. It should ask to update. Do that.
Go to this site and read this page. Click the download button.
http://www.scottsroms.com/content.p...;-Clean!-Smooth!-Stable!-No-Gimmicks!-★
Then click galaxy s3 (Verizon). Click clean ROM 7. Then towards the top right of the page click download.
DO ALL OF THAT FROM YOUR PHONE SO ITS EASIER
then turn ur phone off. Then hold down volume up+home button+ power button to reboot into recovery. Do a back up. Then wipe your phone. Then install your ROM. follow the on screen instructions and then you're good to go.
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You are in recovery. You probably want to make a backup. Then you flash a Rom if you want. Did you do any research on flashing before you did this.
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THIS. please do plenty of reading before attempting to flash roms, or even root for that matter. why would you root, unlock, and install a custom recovery if you have no idea what the recovery screen looks like ?
SIR. there are plenty of videos on youtube, threads on this site, and information in other places on this subject. read up . that is the only reason any of us know how to answer your questions.
without reading, i am sure as soon as you flash whatever rom you decide on, you will be right back here with more questions. if not BEFORE you even accomplish it. search youtube, and find a video on "how to flash roms using TWRP" there are plenty of videos. watch a couple.
there are also videos on almost every ROM that we have available, so you could check it out before you flash it.
the biggest thing i and others will say is READ READ READ.
good luck!
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I am using clean ROM 7. Its stock. But its tweaked for speed and battery savings. And while Installing its totally customizable. U choose what gets installed.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1832070
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Lorenzo VonMatterhorn said:
THIS. please do plenty of reading before attempting to flash roms, or even root for that matter. why would you root, unlock, and install a custom recovery if you have no idea what the recovery screen looks like ?
SIR. there are plenty of videos on youtube, threads on this site, and information in other places on this subject. read up . that is the only reason any of us know how to answer your questions.
without reading, i am sure as soon as you flash whatever rom you decide on, you will be right back here with more questions. if not BEFORE you even accomplish it. search youtube, and find a video on "how to flash roms using TWRP" there are plenty of videos. watch a couple.
there are also videos on almost every ROM that we have available, so you could check it out before you flash it.
the biggest thing i and others will say is READ READ READ.
good luck!
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Thanks! I tried Cyanogenmod and It seems to be taking forever to get past the boot animation.. hoping I didnt screw up..
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Thanks! I tried Cyanogenmod and It seems to be taking forever to get past the boot animation.. hoping I didnt screw up..
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initial boot will take about as long as it did when you first turned it on out of the box. 2-5 minutes tops. 5 would be strange though. end up getting this figured out?
I actually just wiped data and cache and it booted up within 3 minutes
Thank You
Lorenzo VonMatterhorn said:
THIS. please do plenty of reading before attempting to flash roms, or even root for that matter. why would you root, unlock, and install a custom recovery if you have no idea what the recovery screen looks like ?
SIR. there are plenty of videos on youtube, threads on this site, and information in other places on this subject. read up . that is the only reason any of us know how to answer your questions.
without reading, i am sure as soon as you flash whatever rom you decide on, you will be right back here with more questions. if not BEFORE you even accomplish it. search youtube, and find a video on "how to flash roms using TWRP" there are plenty of videos. watch a couple.
there are also videos on almost every ROM that we have available, so you could check it out before you flash it.
the biggest thing i and others will say is READ READ READ.
good luck!
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I just want to say thank you for offering the best advice we can give to noobs( I am a noob and I'm not ashamed). I had never even heard of rooting before I got my galaxy s3 and I had no idea what I was doing when I rooted it. But, I got lucky. I found CASUAL and rooted my phone in literally 3 minutes. And the first time I saw the twrp screen I panicked, got lucky again when I chose reboot system, then I got sooooooo lucky when I accepted the OTA and lost my root but didn't have any serious problems. That was over a month ago and I have not rooted phone again because now, after all the reading I've done I can see very clearly how lucky I was. My point is, rooting and modifying our phones is serious business and we should understand what we're doing before we do it. And we should exercise some caution when offering advice.
Good luck to everyone in your endeavors and take care of your lovely little phones!
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