I've gone through every single thread in the tutorial section and, to my demise, there wasn't a single tutorial for 2.3.3. Most of them need you to be on 2.2, which is impossible for me because you've to turn S=On off before you can even consider downgrading your phone's firmware.
So what're my options at this point?
Silencer96 said:
I've gone through every single thread in the tutorial section and, to my demise, there wasn't a single tutorial for 2.3.3. Most of them need you to be on 2.2, which is impossible for me because you've to turn S=On off before you can even consider downgrading your phone's firmware.
So what're my options at this point?
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This Right here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16858971&postcount=98
N_otori0us_ said:
This Right here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16858971&postcount=98
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The website needed to generate the CID's is down and, by the looks of it, it's been down for ages. Are there any alternatives to making a gold card ?
Silencer96 said:
The website needed to generate the CID's is down and, by the looks of it, it's been down for ages. Are there any alternatives to making a gold card ?
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It worked When I tried.. That was this easter.
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The site's still down, by the way.
N_otori0us_ said:
It worked When I tried.. That was this easter.
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Megaupload has been down for way over a year..
theirs another way of doing it though, I had to do it for a friend about 8 months ago..
here just use this guide it has everything you need . https://www.box.com/s/1uk103nlf2aa8iwhmhuc
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here just use this guide it has everything you need . https://www.box.com/s/1uk103nlf2aa8iwhmhuc
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No, he needs that gold card thing. Where it reverses the code. The website that does it is down
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No, he needs that gold card thing. Where it reverses the code. The website that does it is down
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well it seems you didnt even look at the link i posted. when i said everything you need is there, i meant it. theres a toolkit with the misc_version and flashgc binaries included for creating a goldcard to get supercid and changing the version number to allow you to flash earlier stock rom versions such as froyo.
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well it seems you didnt even look at the link i posted. when i said everything you need is there, i meant it. theres a toolkit with the misc_version and flashgc binaries included for creating a goldcard to get supercid and changing the version number to allow you to flash earlier stock rom versions such as froyo.
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Ah sorry. It was a pdf so I didnt think it would have things like that whoops heh
Its the same process for downgrading when trying to root just follow a guide to downgrade root and s-off. I use the one on theunlockr.com. done it twice to my phone
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What is the best way to root an HTC T-Bolt...
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There are a couple ways posted in the dev section.
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What is the best way to root an HTC T-Bolt...
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I set up ABD and did it Manually eek:Well Copy and Paste). I think this is the best way to see what is happening and you will have ABD setup for other things.
There is currently only one root method, as laid out http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=996616 .
The other ones are just automations of our method. Choice is your's, you will learn more and be prepared in case something goes wrong.
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There is currently only one root method, as laid out http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=996616 .
The other ones are just automations of our method. Choice is your's, you will learn more and be prepared in case something goes wrong.
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Yeah, I would recommend going with jcase's method.
Ok thanks I will look into it...I have a rooted EVO running on CM7 n my friend just got a thunderbolt n wanted to know how to save battery life n well rooting to me was probably the best way to go in order to save battery but he is worried about bricking his phone...
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I did the manual adb root instructions are posted in the development forum its really not that hard and you kinda learn the ropes that way too.
I believe a one step method is now available...
Spelling method correctly.
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Spelling method correctly.
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Haha. easier said than done for some.
+1 for manual root. Personally I like to see what's happening all the time. The process was flawless. Just gotta make sure you look out for typo's and make sure your MD5's are good, and you should be fine.
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Spelling method correctly.
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Lol yeah my bad.
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Haha. easier said than done for some.
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I'm an ass XD.
i really cant get s on. i tried bubbys s on toll but it didnt work
trell959 said:
i really cant get s on. i tried bubbys s on toll but it didnt work
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Well, first, have you even tried searching the forums? You aren't the first person that's run into problems.
At the very least you could provide a little more detail. You can't really expect anyone to help just by starting a new thread saying "it doesn't work," instead of posting in Bubbys thread, where it should be.
One thing I do recall, though I haven't gone through the process myself, is you need root for the S-On tool to work.
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I got root but still can't get s-on so i'm on standby just building up the energy to do some more research before jumping into it again.
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I got it. Use buys one click root program to downgrade. Then use the s on tool
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Well, first, have you even tried searching the forums?w You aren't the first person that's run into problems.
At the very least you could provide a little more detail. You can't really expect anyone to help just by starting a new thread saying "it doesn't work," instead of posting in Bubbys thread, where it should be.
One thing I do recall, though I haven't gone through the process myself, is you need root for the S-On tool to work.
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I got it no thanks you.
trell959 said:
I got it no thanks you.
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Good for you.
Now maybe you can tell me what the point of posting was then, if a little perseverance on your part was all it took?
Kinda like what I was asking you about in my previous post.
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Months ago I had so many problems rooting my MT4G. Recently, I decided to load the stock rom on my phone, just to root it all over again. I was able to do it in about 3 minutes! Here we go...
The following prerequisites can be found by searching/googling the forums.
1.) need VisionARY r14 .apk file
2.) need MyTouchRootingFiles (zip containing hboot_dhd.nb0, root.sh, and wpx.ko)
3.) download and install Android Terminal Emulator from Android Market
Ok, now that we got that out of the way, here are the instructions.
1.) Install VisionARY to your phone
2.) Unzip the MyTouchRootingFiles file to your computer, then copy the unzipped folder called ROOT to the root of your sdcard using usb cable
3.) While phone is NOT connected to computer, start VisionARY. Press the TEMP ROOT option to gain temporary root access. Exit VisionARY.
4.) Start Terminal Emulator and type the following, hitting enter after each line
SU
CD /SDCARD/ROOT
SH ROOT.SH​5.) After rebooting, start VisionARY again, and gain TEMP ROOT once again
6.) Wait a few minutes (this is very important, don't rush), then press ATTEMPT PERM ROOT, your phone will reboot
7.) After rebooting, start Terminal Emulator and simply type SU. If you get the "#", you have rooted your phone!
Now you can explore the Android world by installing custom roms created by the community. You may want to research how to backup your device before starting to flash roms.
Good luck!
This will only work if you have the good eMMC chip set W/ 2.2.x. And it's a pretty well known method of rooting phones. Heck i have this method in my signature from when i posted the same thing months ago.
You do know this method only works for froyo 2.2. Now a days mostly everyone is on gingerbread 2.3. Gingerbread bread updated device is more complex to root. It requires you to downgrade then root.
When I started rooting mt4g's this is the method I used and it took me about 3 to 5 minutes as well. This is also without using a pc. Everything done from the device. Its not as easy now though.
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coupetastic-droid said:
You do know this method only works for froyo 2.2. Now a days mostly every is on gingerbread 2.3. Gingerbread bread updated device os more complex to root. It requires you to downgrade the root.
When I started rooting mt4g's this the method I used and it took me about 3 to 5 minutes as well. This is also without using a pc. Everything done from the device. Its not as easy now though.
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Yup, I'm aware. But anytime you get a MT4G from Tmo, it's still coming with 2.2... My instructions were basically for people that have had their Mt4g, but were afraid to root...
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Yup, I'm aware. But anytime you get a MT4G from Tmo, it's still coming with 2.2... My instructions were basically for people that have had their Mt4g, but were afraid to root...
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Not true. There are more threads than i care to count. That is coming with 2.3. That's the #1 reason i put together my "newcomers" thread. with these very same directions. Along with a link to check the eMMC, and install the ADB drivers.
this was just posted
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1290946
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Not true. There are more threads than i care to count. That is coming with 2.3. That's the #1 reason i put together my "newcomers" thread. with these very same directions. Along with a link to check the eMMC, and install the ADB drivers.
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I actually referenced your thread to a friend.good work on it.
From my fist to your face, enjoy.
dont work for me :/
l2afa said:
dont work for me :/
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This is exactly my point. This thread will confuse alot of people.
I bet you're on gingerbread 2.3.
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coupetastic-droid said:
This is exactly my point. This thread will confuse alot of people.
I bet you're on gingerbread 2.3.
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Nope i already downgrade to 2.2.1 i want to root...
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Nope i already downgrade to 2.2.1 i want to root...
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Then the method posted should work just fine.
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Nope i already downgrade to 2.2.1 i want to root...
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Search the forums on how to check your eMMC chip. (I'd post the link, but i'm on my way to work & don't have it off hand. If you really can't find it, PM me & I'll find it.) Long story short, this method may not work, depending on the type of eMMC in your phone. You will
need to root via the gfree method, also available in the xda forums. Mackster248 has a great tutorial on YouTube.
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Mr.Highway said:
I actually referenced your thread to a friend.good work on it.
From my fist to your face, enjoy.
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Thank you sir. Much obliged
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dont work for me :/
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Check out my "new comers" thread in my signature.
cbutt said:
Search the forums on how to check your eMMC chip. (I'd post the link, but i'm on my way to work & don't have it off hand. If you really can't find it, PM me & I'll find it.) Long story short, this method may not work, depending on the type of eMMC in your phone. You will
need to root via the gfree method, also available in the xda forums. Mackster248 has a great tutorial on YouTube.
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Finaly i root with gfree method, omg with XDA Team and resources thanks to all specialy neidlinger
l2afa said:
Finaly i root with gfree method, omg with XDA Team and resources thanks to all specialy neidlinger
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Hey no problem. The android community is about knowledge-fully (if that's even a word) helping each other. And i know we all have to start somewhere.
Glad you got it working. Happy flashing!
It's a fast process if you know what your doing. Even if you don't it can still take only 10 minutes with downgrading
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Nope i already downgrade to 2.2.1 i want to root...
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I used the method posted on the Cyanogen wiki at wiki[dot]cyanogenmod[dot]com/index.php?title=TMobile_myTouch_4G:_Full_Update_Guide#Rooting_the_HTC_Glacier
It says to uninstall VISIONary. VISIONary didnt work for me either.
I have tried this sooo many times.. First it was r14.. Then I heard it had to be r11.. At any rate... I never got a root.. Never got a rom.. Never got any success..
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funny thing i have tried all the hethods to. And now i get unknown user root. how do i get pass tht????
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anyone dug through these yet to see what changes were made?
NEW RUU's Posted over at themikmik
RUU_Mecha_MR4_S3_0_OpenMobile_US_1.01.1520.0_Radio _0.01.78.1110w_1_NV_NV_8K_6.13_9K_6.13_release_237000_signed.exe
RUU_Mecha_MR4_S3_0_OpenMobile_US_1.01.1520.0_Radio _0.01.78.1110w_1_NV_NV_8K_6.13_9K_6.13_N_release_237338_signed.exe
CURRENT OFFICIAL
RUU_Mecha_GINGERBREAD_S_VERIZON_WWE_2.11.605.9_Radio_0.01.78.0916w_3_NV_8K_1.41_9K_1.64_release_226879_signed.exe
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As I said of at Rootz..........opening up an .exe from someone with 9 posts is asking for it.
Turd Furguson said:
As I said of at Rootz..........opening up an .exe from someone with 9 posts is asking for it.
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There is no problem in opening an exe file and seeing what's inside. The trouble comes when you flash this leak.
Wonder if its legit?
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nowetdio said:
There is no problem in opening an exe file and seeing what's inside. The trouble comes when you flash this leak.
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Sure there is no problem. A lot of viruses get passed around this way. Only a problem for Windows machines.
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I can confirm that it does not flash properly. Some dev is going to have to mess around with it before anything useful comes of it.
Someone at rootzwiki said he ripped out and flashed new radio and will upload it later.
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I can confirm that it does not flash properly. Some dev is going to have to mess around with it before anything useful comes of it.
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Glad u got ur phone back and running after flashing the ruu. Brave man ! Is rootzwiki the new place to be? XDA was b4 when I ran the Eris.
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Flashed the radios over at Rootz . Working just fine in a non 4G market so I cannot test the hand off, but so far so good. 3G speeds seem to be slightly faster but I'm sure its just the placebo effect.
RedRumy3 said:
Someone at rootzwiki said he ripped out and flashed new radio and will upload it later.
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And he said he also lost s-off too.
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/15813-new-ruus/page__view__findpost__p__405740
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And he said he also lost s-off too.
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/15813-new-ruus/page__view__findpost__p__405740
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someone else flashed the full ruu and lost s-off. You don't with just the radios.
Edit: never mind I see you posted the link to the ruu not the radios. My bad.
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nowerlater said:
someone else flashed the full ruu and lost s-off. You don't with just the radios.
Edit: never mind I see you posted the link to the ruu not the radios. My bad.
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You just have to be careful, stupid, or a genius to get yourself back.
Nothing to see here, I'll wait til the official tool is released by the dev.
Looks like Adam has combined a bunch of the best root & recovery tools into one easy to use package. The DebugFS root is also available separately here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1792342
Im too much of a ***** to try this out but im hoping for the best!
blackguy101 said:
Im too much of a ***** to try this out but im hoping for the best!
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Worked fine on my GS3. Love having the ability to root, recover, flash stock, and unroot all in one spot.
Aquila76 said:
Worked fine on my GS3. Love having the ability to root, recover, flash stock, and unroot all in one spot.
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Ok question then. when I root will I lose all of the data on my phone?
blackguy101 said:
Ok question then. when I root will I lose all of the data on my phone?
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Depends on the root method. If this replaces the rom then yeah you will lose everything, but if you use this method:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1792342
then you will not have to change anything and it's pretty straight forward.
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Ok question then. when I root will I lose all of the data on my phone?
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I had to do a factory reset on my phone yesterday to troubleshoot another issue, so I can't say 100% but the few changes I made earlier today (wallpaper, lock screen shortcuts, ringtones, installed Pandora) stayed in place. From the script, it just copies files over and then moves them to system partition during next couple boots. It does not wipe data / cache / dalvik like when you load a new ROM.
I don't know about the java tool here but the one Aquila mentioned ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1792342 ) works perfectly.
You won't lose settings or have to clear anything. Its really useful if you're on the VRALG1 firmwares and don't want to revert to LF2 from flashing a rooted ROM.
I downloaded to my pc, then hooked up my gs3 nothing? What an I suppose to do?
Never mind it worked
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Should move this Thread to the development section. And let the Devs tell us if this is good or not, Pros and cons.
just noticed that Adam is a dev.but should move to development so it can be seen more!!
This tool works well without loss to data...of course no one but you is responsible if something goes wrong but from what I see it uses the debug method I have used it and obtained root fine
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I'm going to go ahead and say it...
Adam posted this in the development thread where they are working on cracking the bootloader. If he wanted the masses to be using it or if it was ready for the masses to use he would have posted it outside of that thread.
I don't know if it was bc of this thread or not, but this got picked up by droid life and he had to take it down off the R&D thread.
Stuff like this shouldn't be reposted outside of that thread until it is ready and the dev who came up with it says it is ok to do so (or just posts it himself).
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I'm going to go ahead and say it...
Adam posted this in the development thread where they are working on cracking the bootloader. If he wanted the masses to be using it or if it was ready for the masses to use he would have posted it outside of that thread.
I don't know if it was bc of this thread or not, but this got picked up by droid life and he had to take it down off the R&D thread.
Stuff like this shouldn't be reposted outside of that thread until it is ready and the dev who came up with it says it is ok to do so (or just posts it himself).
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so it's not safe to use this?
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Hulk0069 said:
so it's not safe to use this?
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It may be safe, it may not be. I would go with there is a reason he hasn't released it to the public and you should use previously established methods for all this stuff.
Good point, wonder why he held back?
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Good point, wonder why he held back?
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Just from reading what he wrote in his post he was not ready for everyone to be using it yet...that's paraphrased but that was the gist of it
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Shame cuz this really looks looks a great tool for the s3
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Deleted the op, I was just asking but will just wait for the official release.