ROOT (pc free) AllWinner (A13) TWD_MID 2G Tablet w/ ICS 4.0.4 - General Questions and Answers

Couldn't find firmware (Allwinner & AllwinnerTech dot com), couldn't find USB drivers (never could get pc & tablet to see each other) - frustration & ignorance (I'm newb as it gets) allow me to ask why you need a Win device to root an Android device? I still don't know the answer to that, but I successfully rooted my tablet without a pc & here's how I did it:
1) dl these to your tablet:
-- "framaroot 1.5.1" (source: xda-developers "Alephzain" THANK YOU) :good:
-- a file manager (source: google play store - I have ASTRO)
-- "root checker" (source: google play store)
2) pre-root tablet settings:
-- settings>security>device administration> enable "unknown sources"
-- settings>developer options> enable "usb debugging"
3) run "framaroot 1.5.1" - it's done in an instant. run "root checker" to verify. :victory:
4) go back into settings & disable "unknown sources" & "usb debugging"
After reading so many pc req'd root methods, I'm really curious to find which devices this method WON'T work on (& why).
This tablet was a gift & something I felt safe using as a learning tool before trying anything fancy on my LG MS910 phone.
It already has ICS 4.0.4 on it & is obscure enough where it won't surprise me if I never find a 100% functional JB ROM (I keep reading about touchscreen issues) - but little successes (like this root) motivate me to continue learning & experimenting.
Thanks for letting me share.

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Z4 download

Where can i find the download for this without having to join another forum?
Thanks...
ok 36 and noone has anything? lol
It's right here
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=z4root
Ok well did e google thing and cant get the download...So i already did that.....
Well the very first result on google is this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833953
which if you spent 5 seconds there you would find the download link.
Well i did i need one with the download for my phone as i cant do it via my computer and talk down to me please..Sorry for bothering you.....
Wont let me due to it not in the market...WTF....
emscapt47 said:
Wont let me due to it not in the market...WTF....
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Go to settings, applications, and make sure unknown sources are checked and then try to install it again.
joenathane said:
Go to settings, applications, and make sure unknown sources are checked and then try to install it again.
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dont see unknown sources anywhere.....
Open your app drawer(the place where you access all your apps) open the app called "settings" then go down the list to "applications" once you do that at the very top of the "applications" list you will see "Unknown sources" check the box to right of it and then you'll be able to install z4root and "side load" apps.
I don't mean to be mean, but if so far this is over your head, you might not want to be rooting your phone, you could cause a lot of damage with root access.... At least be very careful what you end up doing with root access....
I have done this before and had the same problem I did all that and there is NO unknown sorces anyplace..I have a Captivate
emscapt47 said:
I have done this before and had the same problem I did all that and there is NO unknown sorces anyplace..I have a Captivate
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Did a little research and it would seem that att disabled the unknown sources option on the Captivate.
The easiest way to install z4root would be to use this tool
http://www.androidcentral.com/sideload-android-apps-all-you-want-sideload-wonder-machine
the other way would be to :
- get the app install package (.apk)
- install Android SDK
- install Samsung Captivate USB drivers
- connect to computer in USB Debugging mode
- use ADB to install package
source:
http://forums.wireless.att.com/t5/Samsung/Captive-Install-From-Unknown-Sources/td-p/2009976
I just 4root'ed (1.3.0) two Samsung Fascinates and was able to connect with the USB in the troubleshooting mode to my little linux netbook, and side-loaded '4root' to the 'download' folder, and from there on it just worked... I used 'astro' to access the folder.. now I've got control... and (here) someone said the rooting was temporary, but it gave the option to 'temporary' or 'permanent' the root process... I did the later, and it works GREAT!!! Cheers, and Merry Christmas... Dave

[Q] How to connect to Android device for development debugging

Hi,
I have a WellcoM A69 mobile phone I would like to connect to with Eclipse for debugging purposes. It is running Android 1.5 cupcake. I'm a n00b here so I can't post a link to the specs, but it's easy to find them on Google (you may need to use Google translate for Thai language translation as this phone is for the Thai market).
Even though I enable the Development USB Debugging option, Eclipse doesn't detect it. Is there something in the ROM created by WellcoM that would prevent USB debugging?
I saw this with a MID Android tablet I tried before as well. Can they disable the debugging option even though the menu option for this still exists? Or perhaps there is something else I have to do?
For lesser known devices, what can I do to get access like this? How can I find out how to reboot the device, perform recoveries, install custom ROMs, etc.?
Thanks,
gonzobrains

[Guide][Root] - Nextbook NX007HD

I recently got one of these, I imagine quite a few people did (sale this year on em), and could find no documentation on how to root it. Hopefully this hits google and will help all the other users out there! I did not make the software but gave it a go and it worked fine.
How to Root your Nextbook NX007HD
Google and download Cydia Impactor (First result on Google) Extract it (desktop, wherever you prefer)
Enable USB Debugging on your Tablet (Settings > Developer Options > USB debugging)
Plug up your Tablet via USB, do not turn usb storage on, let windows try (and most likely fail) at installing drivers.
Launch Impactor and select USB Driver Scan from the top menu (under USB). Let it do it's thing, reboot your PC after.
Verify your tablet/android device is showing up on the start-bar as being plugged up/in (bottom right area)(this may not be needed depending on your setup)
Relaunch Impactor (if rebooted ) and hit the Start Button
Let it do it's thing.
You should be rooted :victory: now go install SuperUser!
I should additionally note in my experience the SuperUser by ChaindsDD does not properly catch/work, but the one by CWM does.
Hope this helped everyone out who was slightly concerned when they couldn't find a root method someone else had tried/verified!
Thank You
I got the NX007HD cause it was on sale, before needing this one I head bought a tablet Craigslist and it WS already rooted.
I have never rooted before and tryed the one click root which didn't would and came across this and after spending all day trying to root it with or help it was done in under 10 mins I can't thank you enough.
P.S by any chance cukdu tell me how I could change the start up screen?
niftypixelz said:
I recently got one of these, I imagine quite a few people did (sale this year on em), and could find no documentation on how to root it. Hopefully this hits google and will help all the other users out there! I did not make the software but gave it a go and it worked fine.
How to Root your Nextbook NX007HD
Google and download Cydia Impactor (First result on Google) Extract it (desktop, wherever you prefer)
Enable USB Debugging on your Tablet (Settings > Developer Options > USB debugging)
Plug up your Tablet via USB, do not turn usb storage on, let windows try (and most likely fail) at installing drivers.
Launch Impactor and select USB Driver Scan from the top menu (under USB). Let it do it's thing, reboot your PC after.
Verify your tablet/android device is showing up on the start-bar as being plugged up/in (bottom right area)(this may not be needed depending on your setup)
Relaunch Impactor (if rebooted ) and hit the Start Button
Let it do it's thing.
You should be rooted :victory: now go install SuperUser!
I should additionally note in my experience the SuperUser by ChaindsDD does not properly catch/work, but the one by CWM does.
Hope this helped everyone out who was slightly concerned when they couldn't find a root method someone else had tried/verified!
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WHERE usb driver
jlneely said:
P.S by any chance cukdu tell me how I could change the start up screen?
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You unfortunately can only change one of the three images on boot animation (no idea why, have tried many diff ways!)
Check this out : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2334927
ming ming said:
WHERE usb driver
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Be sure to hit > Usb > Driver Scan at the top of Impactor as noted in the instructions!
Glad this helped you, I've rooted a few other friends tables (same model) with no problems!
Upgrade
Do you know where I can find help to upgrade the firmware from 4.1.1 to any later version, or if this is even possible for this model?
I am trying to download Angry Birds for my daughter, but it says that its not compatible with this version firmware.
No upgrade needed!
dannybz said:
Do you know where I can find help to upgrade the firmware from 4.1.1 to any later version, or if this is even possible for this model?
I am trying to download Angry Birds for my daughter, but it says that its not compatible with this version firmware.
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Hello dannybz,
Last weekend I was able to install many apps on my niece's tablets, (Angry Birds, Hay Day, Google earth, Ninja Fruit cut) :good:
After rooting the tablet with the great instructions you found here, you have to install an app called: "Market Helper" and follow the instructions...
codekiem.com/2013/02/13/market-helper/
Then you can install many apps you want...
Hope it can help you... It helped me a lot.
(I did this on 2 tablets with Android 4.1... the original version that comes with the tablet)
Can you provide a dump of original rom for this tablet?
Been trying to get a hold of it since forever.
"No such device" Error
Hi! I'm trying to use Cydia Impactor on my Nextbook NX007hd tablet but get error "No such Device" and sound like disconnecting from USB port.. can anybody help me please?
Nextbook model: next7100kld can be root?
thanks

Native Built In USB Tethering ( dose not use the system tethering )

Hey everyone, This is my first post in XDA, I been just a viewer for some time, so don't judge me.
There is a method to Tethering your internet throw USB without using the system tethering which I will explaine about it and give you FREE app that I'm still developing.
Note: PDA Net/Foxi etc and ALL the apps in the market are using the built in Tethering, So for the most, If the system tethering dose not work your screwed.
its in windows only, for now...
So let get right to it, I believe this method will work in all devices( still in testing... ):
0# Download The files here ( APK, OPENVPN, BIUSBT client ) :
Code:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6o7b6S7QCWSZG1rWHBEUmx3MzQ/view?usp=drivesdk
1# Go to settings and enable Developer options and USB DEBUGGING( HAS to be ON ).
2# Install the APK app in the phone, open the app and enable "Service active".
3# Now, somehow, get the rest of the files into your windows PC.
4# install OpenVPN( included in the download files ) and make sure your install the driver when it asks you.
5# Read step 6#than comeback, Now open the "BIUSBT.exe" and keep an eye on your phone
6# Your phone will ask you to allow the client to use USB debugging, Make USRE you click "Always allow this computer".
7# enjoy, the PC client would show connected.
If someone interested for the source code or want to help, let me know.
note: this is still in development if there is anything wrong let me know, also if it worked let me know you phone model or android version plz. also, for now, you can't upload large file. credits to azilink.:good:

[Resolved] How to Root BLU Life One (2015) - Qualcomm MSM8916

I. INTRO AND SUMMARY: I decided to experiment with rooting on this phone, which was lying unused. I was successful, using KingoRoot but from a PC (the Android .apk version did not work for me). Below are the details.
II. NOTE ON MODEL: The "BLu Life One" nomenclature does not identify a specific phone since there were several branded with this name, sometimes but not always including extensions to the name like "XL." This guide is for the phone that, under Settings > About Device gives the following information: Model BLU LIFE ONE; Processor Qualcomm Technologies, Inc MSM8916; Android Version 5.0.2 (I had done an OTA update from 4.4.4 at some earlier point); Kernel Version 3.10.49; Build Number LRX22G release-keys; Custom Build Version BLU_X010Q_V11_L_GENERIC 20-01-2016 16:15. This phone is described at gsmarena dot com / blu_life_one_(2015)-6930 dot php with pictures, if you need to make sure.
III. PROCEDURE I FOLLOWED:
PART A: On Android Phone
1. Do a factory reset of the phone (after saving anything you may want from the phone beforehand to a different device, of course). Settings > Backup & reset > Factory data reset.
2a. Normally, I would do one more OTA update to get the latest Android version (if there was one) before rooting via Settings > About Device > Wireless Update. However, this crashed consistently and silently. My guess is that BLU changed their update server and the older models can no longer communicate with them, and the OTA update attempt fails (not very gracefully).
2b. When doing the initial setup of the phone coming out of reset, do NOT setup your WiFi yet (otherwise it will automatically try an OTA update and be in an endless loop trying to do so, owing to the problem mentioned above, and your phone will never initialize). Just choose your language and skip all other steps like WiFi, Google account login or setup, etc.
3. Once you have successfully initialized your phone in a clean state, then turn on WiFi and connect to a reliable network.
4. Become a developer on your Android (Settings > About device > Touch "Build Number" 7 times). Turn on USB Debugging (Settings > Developer options > USB Debugging).
5. Go to Settings > Display > Sleep and change to "30 minutes" or "Never" (you can change it back later, but I found the root process would suspend if the phone entered sleep).
6. Open the Play Store, set up your Google Account and download the app Root Checker (Joey Krim version), recommended by KingoRoot to verify that the rooting was successful. You may want to create a separate Google account for this purpose, otherwise if you connect to your primary one, it will attempt to sync your email, calendar, and all sorts of other stuff to your phone from your Google account, which you may not want at this point. Or you can try to disable all sync and all automatic App update from your Google account and Play Store as early in the process as it will let you.
PART B: On PC
** NOTE: You may want to read the section below IV. PROTECTING YOUR PC before doing this part! **
7. Connect your Android to your PC via the USB cable. It may try to download various drivers, some of which may be successful and others not, but don't worry if some driver installations appear to fail--Kingoroot apparently has its own ADB drivers that it installs during the early part of the rooting process.
8. On your PC, go to kingoapp.com (avoid downloading from other sites), and click on the "Download for Windows" link to download kingoroot.exe on your PC (I earlier tried the "Download for Android" link to sideload the KingoRoot.apk file, but this version stalled at 90% and did not work--the Windows version is stated as being more reliable and this turned out to be true for me).
9. Run kingoapp.exe on your PC with your phone connected, and let it install. Uncheck the box "Install Recommended App" when it appears and allow it to run. (The mysterious "Recommended App" turns out to be a sponsored "SuperBattery" App that's pretty useless. If you accidentally allow it to install, you get the option to uninstall it later.)
10. Accept installation of the Kingo Link App over the USB. Google "Play Protect" will try at least twice to warn you about the danger of allowing this, but if you want to root, you need to accept it.
11. The program will prompt you to enable USB Debug mode if you didn't already do it, then will install an ADB driver (which Windows Plug and Play was unable to install successfully in my case). You will then get a prompt on the phone to accept USB connection from the computer with signature specified. Check the box "Always Allow from this Computer" and allow.
12. Finally, the screen "BLU LIFE ONE / Root your Android. Make it more interesting!" screen will appear on the computer with a ROOT button. This means that the drivers installed properly and the KingoRoot PC program is communicating properly with the phone. Press the ROOT button, after unchecking the box "Install recommended app."
13. At various points, Google will ask to "check device activity for security problems, and prevent or warn about potential harm. / Learn more in the Google Settings App," which I always declined.
14. At various points, the phone screen will turn white and then return to the home screen. Finally, the computer should show "ROOT SUCCEED / Would you make a donation to support us?" You can close the PC program at this point.
PART C: On Android Phone
15. Reboot the phone (NOT a Factory Reset, just a simple Reboot). I found the Google Play would not work without this additional reboot.
16. Run the previously downloaded Root Checker App. A prompt from KingoRoot's SuperUser app will appear, asking you if you want to allow Root access to the Root Checker app, to which, of course, you must say "Yes." It should confirm that you have root access.
17. Do NOT uninstall the KingoRoot SuperUser App, otherwise you will lose root access. (It is possible to replace it with others like SuperSU, but that must be done and run FIRST, before uninstalling KingoRoot's SuperUser. I did not bother with replacing KingoRoot's SuperUser with another.)
IV. PROTECTING YOUR PC
Since I'm wary of installing software on my PC from sources that are by definition hacking sources, I took the following steps to protect my PC and it's data. You may wish to do the same, even though I have not read reports of KingoRoot, if downloaded from it's official site, containing Malware or covertly installed Adware. It IS suspicious, however, that the ADB driver installed by KingoRoot advertises itself as "Name: Google, Inc., Publisher: Finger Power Technology Co., Ltd." Clearly naming the driver "Google, Inc." is a way to reassure people who see the name "Google, Inc." on the screen without realizing that it's not in the "Publisher" field--one wonders why they would bother with this deception if there weren't an ulterior motive behind it.
1. I used an old netbook PC for the rooting, with no important data on it. I did NOT use my primary PC with my important data.
2. I ran the program under a non-administrative username. Of course, I had to provide an administrator password at two points, but at least I knew each time that administrative access was being requested.
3. I uninstalled the KingoRoot program from the PC after I was done with it and deleted the downloaded executable installation file, and confirmed that the installation folder was deleted as well.
4. Lastly, I did a system Restore to a point earlier than my installation of the KingoRoot program (you may want to create a Restore Point for this purpose beforehand), so that any other system files accidentally or intentionally corrupted or installed by KingRoot would also be restored to their original state or removed. Note that while System Restore often uninstalls programs that were installed after the Restore Point you go back to, it did NOT do so for KingoRoot.

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