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[Q] got adb and sdk up now need some quick assistance ;)

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:
Sent from my PG06100

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...
Sent from my PG06100

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...
Sent from my PG06100

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
TEAM MiK
MikROMs Since 3/13/11

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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[2.20 Firmware] Remove Pesky root

All credits for this method goes to Rpomponio!!
be sure to thank him also!!
Are you on the lastest 2.20 firmware but still have pesky root, SuperCID and a unlocked bootloader. The following tutorial will help you remove those notrocious mods and get your phone back to a state approved by HTC and At&t!
Pre-requisites
Your original mmcblk0p4 that has not been modified.
Latest 2.20 firmware ruu
Adb/fastboot
Desire to not be able to do crap with your HTC One X
Now, that you have the pre req's together and you've decided that youll never have any fun with your One X again, lets get started.
Take your original mmcblk0p4 that you dd'ed to gain superCid, open it in your hex editor and verify it is the unmodified file. No SuperCid. Place it on the root of your internal sdcard.
Open up a command prompt, CD to your adb dir and type
adb shell
su
You now have those pesky root priveleges that we need to eraste(<<<inside joke)
Now type
dd if=/sdcard/mmcblk0p4 of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p4
Ok that fixes the notrocious superCid mod exploited by the hackers. Next exit out of adb shell and navigate back to your adb folder.
Type
adb reboot bootloader
Once phone is in bootloader and you see fastboot usb appear on device type
Fastboot devices
You should see a readout with your devices s.n. Now for these last steps we want to make sure you have a CUSTOM recovery. This will ensure that you CANNOT revert back once you do the next steps.
Ok, now in cmd window type
fastboot oem lock
BAM! Your bootloader is now locked and the onky way to reboot device is by now running the 2.20 Ruu. Ruu will ensure any traces of pesky root are permanently erased. Also, your unlock token unfairly obtained from htcdev is now invalid and wilk not unlock your device. With no current 2.20 root exploit you can now rest assured your device meets the standards put forth by HTC and AT&T. You will now use your device only as directed by manufacturer and carrier.
Last step
Be sure to pitch in your extra cash to the s off bounty as you may very well be needing it:beer:

Ummm lol?

gunnyman said:
Ummm lol?
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+1. WTF? Hahaha.

gunnyman said:
Ummm lol?
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Root is a dangerous security risk. This guide will help noobs through the process of removing it, and ensuring it never shows back up. Kudos to 18th.abn for taking the time to write this guide!

Lol I think we're on the outside of a very funny inside joke here.

_MetalHead_ said:
+1. WTF? Hahaha.
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You would be surprised the amount of people against this, some even believe we cause issues for them in ways
Except why would they need a custom recovery?
Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk 2

So happy I discovered this method!! Thanks for posting 18th.abn!! LOL and thank you eraste for testing and confirming!!! Lol
Sent from my HTC One XL using xda app-developers app

i dont get it....
if you have an unlocked bootloader, why the $#%! wouldn't you root it??? so much for this being a development forum

aooga said:
i dont get it....
if you have an unlocked bootloader, why the $#%! wouldn't you root it??? so much for this being a development forum
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Ummmmm i believe you are browsing a "general" forum.
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18th.abn said:
Ummmmm i believe you are browsing a "general" forum.
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yeees, but the ONLY reason to really unroot is for warranty purposes (even though they have to fix your phone even if it is rooted)

Will my bootloader say re locked?

18th.abn said:
Ummmmm i believe you are browsing a "general" forum.
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda premium
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STILL just a "general" forum. This thread is to help those that exploited their phones and later realized the security risks they imposed on their devices. It will hopefully decrease the development on this device and bring awareness to the extreme risks people take when exploiting security flaws.
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda premium

Thread of the year. Someone please make sure this thread gets mentioned on the portal.

gunnyman said:
Will my bootloader say re locked?
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Edited:
Yes it will!
Also your unlock token will no longer work and you will not be able to properly exploit htcdev to retrieve another one. You will be fully protected
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....

Thanks for saving me from myself.

Thank You! I was so worried that I might be able to configure my handset to my liking. XDA [email protected]!

What is this? April fools? I HAVE TO submit this to the portal...this is just too funny.
:laugh:

18th.abn said:
STILL just a "general" forum. This thread is to help those that exploited their phones and later realized the security risks they imposed on their devices. It will hopefully decrease the development on this device and bring awareness to the extreme risks people take when exploiting security flaws.
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda premium
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You sir are a great asset to this forum. These security risks are very scary, it's good to know there are people like you out there that are willing to help n00bs like me to keep the walls up around my phone as high as possible.
Quick question- Do you think it's safe to download apps from the Play Store? I have heard there are lots of bad viruses going around.

I'm now running this new condom mod. Maybe I should delete my xda account now to ensure my full protection.

[Q] How to get out of Bootloader

I have an AT&T HTC One X, with android 4.1.1. I had been scouring the internet for about three weeks now trying to figure out how to Unlock the bootloader. I finally figured it out. Then I did a perm root, applying superuserSU and i tried to flash CyenogenMod 10.0.0, and i got stuck in the CyenogenMod 10 loader. So i went back, and cleared the cache and data and dalvik. Then it loaded, and it started at the home scree. It didn't take me through a set up or anything. Then I tried to touch the screen, and it wasn't responsive. I tried re-applying it and what not, and then it just stopped working, the CWM Recovery kept saying it E: Cant Mount /sdcard, and it would have a long list of things it couldn't mount (which was litterally everything, and now I'm trying to just reset it to the stock HTC so i can try again. Can any one walk me through how to reset it?

And this is what happens when you don't read and start doing **** without knowing what you're doing.
So lazy.
If you do enough research in this forum to tell me why your touchscreen didn't work in cyanogenmod. I'll help you get your phone working again.
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Not to be rude but OP i agree with exad. You didnt do any reading or research. You didnt ask questions first. But I'll get you to a working phone.
Just go to twrp again. Download viperXL. "Mount" in twrp and drag viperxl onto phone and flash that. You'll boot
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InflatedTitan said:
Not to be rude but OP i agree with exad. You didnt do any reading or research. You didnt ask questions first. But I'll get you to a working phone.
Just go to twrp again. Download viperXL. "Mount" in twrp and drag viperxl onto phone and flash that. You'll boot
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Pft inflatedtitan is nicer than me
Avoid cwm it has low compatibility for the one xl. twrp 2.3.3.1 or below is recommended. (but that won't fix cm touchscreen issue)

You guys are the everyday superheros
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exad said:
Pft inflatedtitan is nicer than me
Avoid cwm it has low compatibility for the one xl. twrp 2.3.3.1 or below is recommended. (but that won't fix cm touchscreen issue)
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Then what will? I know, I was overly eager and crap. I get that, but i posted here for help. Not criticism. I'm used to working with Samsung, and Apple. But if you can help, please just say it and don't direct me to another page.

trevon2698 said:
Then what will? I know, I was overly eager and crap. I get that, but i posted here for help. Not criticism. I'm used to working with Samsung, and Apple. But if you can help, please just say it and don't direct me to another page.
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Touchscreen issues are to do with HTC changing the drivers for newer 4.1.1 ROMs. What you want to do is downgrade the touchpanel firmware using h8rift's excellent guide. That downgraded touchpanel firmware will then work with all ROMs and also with newer TWRPs. I'm running 2.5.0.0 with no dramas here.

juicejuice said:
Touchscreen issues are to do with HTC changing the drivers for newer 4.1.1 ROMs. What you want to do is downgrade the touchpanel firmware using h8rift's excellent guide. That downgraded touchpanel firmware will then work with all ROMs and also with newer TWRPs. I'm running 2.5.0.0 with no dramas here.
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Thank you! Finally some help.

trevon2698 said:
Thank you! Finally some help.
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Also the reason you boot looped in the first place was due to htc's infamous "s-on" security feature. While s-on, you are required to fastboot any img file instead of flashing through recovery. Examples are splash screens, kernels, recovery imgs. If you also follow the super easy s-off thread, this will allow your phone to surpass any security checks, allowing you to simply flash anything you want.
So until you s-off, you have to flash the ROM then immediately boot into boot loader and fastboot flash the boot.img. then the rom will boot up just fine
Sent from my HTC One XL using Tapatalk 2

trevon2698 said:
Thank you! Finally some help.
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No worries. If this stuff doesn't seem easy, it is because it isn't. There are no user manuals, support systems or helpdesks. All of us on here are just a community of like minded people. We encourage new members and especially those who are eager to read, learn and contribute.
Good luck with your phone, you will love what you can do with it!

juicejuice said:
No worries. If this stuff doesn't seem easy, it is because it isn't. There are no user manuals, support systems or helpdesks. All of us on here are just a community of like minded people. We encourage new members and especially those who are eager to read, learn and contribute.
Good luck with your phone, you will love what you can do with it!
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I dissagree entirely. It is easy. If it seems hard, the only reason would be that one did not have the patience to do a little light reading beforehand. And when you flat out give responses to easy questions it only encourages ignorance. The touchscreen issue is posted in just about all aosp Rom op and in stickies and a search would have brought up at least 10 threads with the issue documented aswell.

Honestly it is easy, but there's a lot to learn and watch out for so it can easily be overwhelming. After you toy around with it and see what command does what, what to flash, how to flash it, it gets a lot easier. Just lurk here often and learn the terminology and you'll be successful. You may get called a dumbass but that's because a lot of users here are really sick of people asking the same questions over and over, or they're just blatent idiots.
PS. Use the latest Nightly of CM 10.1, the new 3.4 kernel is supposed to be really slick.
Also, flash the 2.3.3.0 version of TWRP, versions 2.4 and above seem to have problems.
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Thanks guys. Like I said before. I'm new to the whole HTC world of modding. Its much different from The GS3 and iPhone 5. I have my phone. Wroking, and I'm running CyanogenMod 10.1 and I have S-Off. Thanks again.
PS. Dude. If you don't want to help, you sound like your so important, so go find some thing better to do if you can't be helpful.
Sent from my One X using xda premium

trevon2698 said:
PS. Dude. If you don't want to help, you sound like your so important, so go find some thing better to do if you can't be helpful.
Sent from my One X using xda premium
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Who exactly is that in reference to?
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timmaaa said:
Who exactly is that in reference to?
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I think he means me D:
I don't think people like it when I point out their lazyness and that they need to read more.
Searching before posting is encouraged here on xda. There are stickies with forum rules indicating so. It's not that I don't want to help people. I just don't want to answer the same questions over and over because lazy people can't take the time to search or check the faq.
No one here is getting paid to help. So do the entire xda community a favor and help yourself first. Then, if after searching and reading through some stickies you still don't know the answer. then post your question.
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app

exad said:
I think he means me D:
I don't think people like it when I point out their lazyness and that they need to read more.
Searching before posting is encouraged here on xda. There are stickies with forum rules indicating so. It's not that I don't want to help people. I just don't want to answer the same questions over and over because lazy people can't take the time to search or check the faq.
No one here is getting paid to help. So do the entire xda community a favor and help yourself first. Then, if after searching and reading through some stickies you still don't know the answer. then post your question.
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app
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Oh that sad face seems so sincere
Yeah that's what I had suspected. I was going to fire up haha. I agree with you 100% man.
Sent from my Evita

Anyone has flashable 4.4.1 radio for Nexus 5? [Got it and GPS issue FIXED!!]

Hi,
I want to try the GPS fix solution by flashing the Android 4.4.1 radio on my Nexus 5.
GPS issue: https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=72311
But after searching the internet, I could not find it.
It is not even listed in the official Nexus 5 download image.
Anyone has it?
Please if you can share.
Thank you.

I probably do if you know it's code number i.e KRT??
Sent from my Android L Nexus 5 via Tapatalk

The flashable radio thread is full of them. You van get to it via my signature
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It is KOT49E.
Ben36 said:
I probably do if you know it's code number i.e KRT??
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rootSU said:
The flashable radio thread is full of them. You van get to it via my signature
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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I only found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/goo...t/modem-nexus-5-flashable-modems-efs-t2514095
On your RESOURCES link.
But, I don't know how to flash it. When I extracted the linked "modem" (is this the radio?), I got 2 files.
I am expecting to have a single .img radio image.

If you are interested in the GPS issue that I mentioned here is the link:
https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=72311
Basically, the GPS was working fine, perfect prior to 4.4.3 / 4.4.4 update.
A lot of people (if not all) fixed the issue by flashing the radio from 4.4.1.

gogol said:
I only found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/goo...t/modem-nexus-5-flashable-modems-efs-t2514095
On your RESOURCES link.
But, I don't know how to flash it. When I extracted the linked "modem" (is this the radio?), I got 2 files.
I am expecting to have a single .img radio image.
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They're flashable zips from recovery. Either flash the zip via custom recovery or the extract the image
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

Thanks! Flashed using Wugfresh
Going to test now ...

gogol said:
Thanks! Flashed using Wugfresh
Going to test now ...
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Ugh. Please don't use toolkits
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U got it now?
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rootSU said:
Ugh. Please don't use toolkits
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Ugh ... why? So far so good.
If not, it's quite hassle to install Android SDK when I only to use "fastboot".

Ben36 said:
U got it now?
Sent from my Android L Nexus 5 via Tapatalk
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Yes.
Tested and definitely the GPS is now MUCH BETTER!!
I was panicked at first because after flashed, the power button didn't work.
Rebooted, still didn't work. I cannot put the phone to sleep using the power button.
But, after awhile it fixed itself.

gogol said:
Ugh ... why?
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Lot of reasons, but :
You can't see what they're doing
Causes lot sof support threads from people thinking they bricked
You don't learn the essential methods and tools needed to get you out of trouble
Promotes a lack of knowledge and takes a toll on this forum
There is a "rant" about it linked in the same thread of my signature if you want to see what 99% of those of us posting here, regularly helping think.
gogol said:
So far so good.
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The past is not indicative of the future
gogol said:
If not, it's quite hassle to install Android SDK when I only to use "fastboot".
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You don't need the SDK to use fastboot. Fastboot is very easy to use. You can simply install fastboot using the 15 second installer. Please have a read of my "adb and fastboot. What is it?" thread.
I know you only went in my thread to find the radios, but do have a look at the other info a guide threads there. Your world will open up.

Wow ... indeed ... that's easy installation.
I have done the trouble in the past with installing the whole SDK, then maintaining it.
It was too much hassle.
Not anymore with the info from your signature.
Thanks! big thanks!
rootSU said:
Lot of reasons, but :
You can't see what they're doing
Causes lot sof support threads from people thinking they bricked
You don't learn the essential methods and tools needed to get you out of trouble
Promotes a lack of knowledge and takes a toll on this forum
There is a "rant" about it linked in the same thread of my signature if you want to see what 99% of those of us posting here, regularly helping think.
The past is not indicative of the future
You don't need the SDK to use fastboot. Fastboot is very easy to use. You can simply install fastboot using the 15 second installer. Please have a read of my "adb and fastboot. What is it?" thread.
I know you only went in my thread to find the radios, but do have a look at the other info a guide threads there. Your world will open up.
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gogol said:
Wow ... indeed ... that's easy installation.
I have done the trouble in the past with installing the whole SDK, then maintaining it.
It was too much hassle.
Not anymore with the info from your signature.
Thanks! big thanks!
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No problem. Any time.
We definitely like to help people who are willing to learn, so respect to you for that!
It's much easier to help someone in trouble who is configured ahead of time and understand than it is to help someone in trouble who doesn't understand basic commands - this is why we (almost everyone) recommend fastboot (and adb in some cases) over toolkits.
Any adb or fastboot questions, please feel free to ask them in that thread.

gogol said:
Yes.
Tested and definitely the GPS is now MUCH BETTER!!
I was panicked at first because after flashed, the power button didn't work.
Rebooted, still didn't work. I cannot put the phone to sleep using the power button.
But, after awhile it fixed itself.
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Good good! And yea, you'll find sometimes the power button does that straight after boot up. I think it's just not finished completely booting yet
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Nvm already answered derp.

[Q] How do I ROOT the Nexus 5!?

I tried both toolkits in the Origional Android Development sections and neither of them work. They all ask for a donation. I do not want to donate until I can verify that it works. Nothing I have tried has allowed me to root my phone.
I am on Android 4.4.4 on T-Mobile.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!

CannibalAngel said:
I tried both toolkits in the Origional Android Development sections and neither of them work. They all ask for a donation. I do not want to donate until I can verify that it works. Nothing I have tried has allowed me to root my phone.
I am on Android 4.4.4 on T-Mobile.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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first things first, if you have no idea whats going on do not use root toolkits.
secondly, we have wonderful sticky posts here to make it easy to find useful info, rooting a nexus 5 is useful.
the basics..
1. use fastboot to unlock your bootloader
2. use fastboot to flash a custom recovery
3. use that new custom recovery to flash supersu, the superuser(root) binaries
4. boot up with root.
5. now why do we need toolkits?
now check here to get detailed instructions http://forum.xda-developers.com/goo...urce-guides-info-threads-linked-read-t2784527

simms22 said:
first things first, if you have no idea whats going on do not use root toolkits.
secondly, we have wonderful sticky posts here to make it easy to find useful info, rooting a nexus 5 is useful.
the basics..
1. use fastboot to unlock your bootloader
2. use fastboot to flash a custom recovery
3. use that new custom recovery to flash supersu, the superuser(root) binaries
4. boot up with root.
5. now why do we need toolkits?
now check here to get detailed instructions http://forum.xda-developers.com/goo...urce-guides-info-threads-linked-read-t2784527
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Thanks a lot! I'll have to try this when I get home!

CannibalAngel said:
Thanks a lot! I'll have to try this when I get home!
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or you could download and try towelroot, regard's
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simms22 said:
first things first, if you have no idea whats going on do not use root toolkits.
secondly, we have wonderful sticky posts here to make it easy to find useful info, rooting a nexus 5 is useful.
the basics..
1. use fastboot to unlock your bootloader
2. use fastboot to flash a custom recovery
3. use that new custom recovery to flash supersu, the superuser(root) binaries
4. boot up with root.
5. now why do we need toolkits?
now check here to get detailed instructions http://forum.xda-developers.com/goo...urce-guides-info-threads-linked-read-t2784527
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hello simms22, can i ask why you don't like toolkits if they work, no pun intended

joecool666 said:
or you could download and try towelroot, regard's
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hello simms22, can i ask why you don't like toolkits if they work, no pun intended
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because too many people that use toolkits are brand new, and they dont learn the very basics of modding the phone by skipping that step. then later on, when all there is to do is some basic maintenance, they freak and think they destroyed their device. or many similar stories like that. anyways, i dont have any issue with toolkits overall, just the newest users. what id like to see is a toolkit that also explains the basics, so the user can learn the basics. anyways, with nexus devices, its just as easy doing it properly. if you have fastboot installed, the process takes 3-4 minutes.

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simms22 said:
because too many people that use toolkits are brand new, and they dont learn the very basics of modding the phone by skipping that step. then later on, when all there is to do is some basic maintenance, they freak and think they destroyed their device. or many similar stories like that. anyways, i dont have any issue with toolkits overall, just the newest users. what id like to see is a toolkit that also explains the basics, so the user can learn the basics. anyways, with nexus devices, its just as easy doing it properly. if you have fastboot installed, the process takes 3-4 minutes.
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yeah true i understand where your comming from with that fairplay. kind regard's joe

simms22 said:
if you have fastboot installed, the process takes 3-4 minutes.
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...and if you don't have fastboot installed, then process takes 3 minutes, 15 seconds
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

Nobody has that much time, that why there are toolkits

CannibalAngel said:
Thanks a lot! I'll have to try this when I get home!
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Its honestly ridiculously easy. Don't worry about it sounding confusing
Sent from my Android L Nexus 5 via Tapatalk

If you're an absolute beginner I can recommend Chromium's guide (which is also mentioned in rootSU's Sticky Roll-Up):
https://forums.oneplus.net/threads/...oader-install-custom-recovery-and-root.64487/

draa2711 said:
If you're an absolute beginner I can recommend Chromium's guide (which is also mentioned in rootSU's Sticky Roll-Up):
https://forums.oneplus.net/threads/...oader-install-custom-recovery-and-root.64487/
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"rootsu" has give you the answer and link just 2 post above you, regard's sorry draa2711 that's not ment for you, i am just awake lol,

pepdavies said:
Nobody has that much time, that why there are toolkits
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its quicker doing it the right way than using a toolkit. if you dont have enough time, do it the right way.

joecool666 said:
"rootsu" has give you the answer and link just 2 post above you, regard's sorry draa2711 that's not ment for you, i am just awake lol,
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OT:
Haha! Before you edited I was like: "Dude, whaaat?!"

draa2711 said:
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Haha! Before you edited I was like: "Dude, whaaat?!"
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lol yeah sorry about that i posted in the wrong box lol,

draa2711 said:
If you're an absolute beginner I can recommend Chromium's guide (which is also mentioned in rootSU's Sticky Roll-Up):
https://forums.oneplus.net/threads/...oader-install-custom-recovery-and-root.64487/
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Used this yesterday to root my new N5, worked great. Only issue I had was that I couldn't push SuperSU to /sdcard. Used the sideloader and it loaded fine then.

Just use towelroot

Vanhoud said:
Just use towelroot
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Still, like tool kits, doesn't teach the basics that are needed to fix problems. If then person already knows these basics, fine but if not. They're a burden on this forum and us when we're trying to help so only suggest this to people who know what they're doing.
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

simms22 said:
first things first, if you have no idea whats going on do not use root toolkits.
secondly, we have wonderful sticky posts here to make it easy to find useful info, rooting a nexus 5 is useful.
the basics..
1. use fastboot to unlock your bootloader
2. use fastboot to flash a custom recovery
3. use that new custom recovery to flash supersu, the superuser(root) binaries
4. boot up with root.
5. now why do we need toolkits?
now check here to get detailed instructions http://forum.xda-developers.com/goo...urce-guides-info-threads-linked-read-t2784527
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Rooted my phone with this method last night! Thanks for linking that for me!
Sent from my Nexus 5 using XDA Free mobile app

CannibalAngel said:
Rooted my phone with this method last night! Thanks for linking that for me!
Sent from my Nexus 5 using XDA Free mobile app
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and that method can be used for any nexus device. anyways, im glad you got it alright. now, after the first time doing it, your next nexus will take 3-4 minutes to root

Thanks again!
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