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[Q] Updating while rooted

I have seen a few posts in regards to people asking about updating from a rooted device but I never seen the answer I been looking for.
Example: I rooted my Motorola XOOM Tablet, Android 3.2 by following these instructions: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1170760
"[GUIDE][US WIFI & 3G] How To Root Your Xoom From 3.2 Stock [PC & Mac]" posted by jase33
IF say for example version 3.3 comes out.. IF I want to upgrade to version 3.3 from my rooted 3.2, Am I able to click upgrade when it announces it? While rooted and unlocked?
I am not using custom ROMS. I just followed those steps provided in the link above.
Do I have to restore to faculty settings, re-lock, then upgrade, then repeat the same process to root all over again? or can I just click upgrade.
Other posts started talking about having custom ROMs, and there wasn't a defendant answer that I saw that was reassuring to my question.
Thanks for your Help

So far ive not had little success updating using the built in update feature, when 3.2 came out I tried updating but it crapped out when booting, so I had to delete the user data, loosing all my apps in the process. But this is based only on the update from 3.1 to 3.2 both stock roms. P.s. i used the same instructions u did on an AU Xoom.
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dayyanj said:
So far ive not had little success updating using the built in update feature, when 3.2 came out I tried updating but it crapped out when booting, so I had to delete the user data, loosing all my apps in the process. But this is based only on the update from 3.1 to 3.2 both stock roms. P.s. i used the same instructions u did on an AU Xoom.
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If your Xoom is unlocked but also not rooted/completely stock, you can get OTA updates. If rooted, even stock rom/kernel, you don't get or can't install updates. But if rooted, never fear, our developers, including the Tiamat team have made the updates available to us super fast.
Anyway, you never need to re-lock unless you plan to return the Xoom under warranty, for repair or replacement.

no offense but it sounds like you don't know much bout this sort of stuff...you believe that you are not using custom rom but are not sure?? You need to read up and figure out the basics...if you are using custom rom..absolutely do not accept an over the air update. Read up on what you are doing unless you want a600 dollar paperweight

I am actually more than 100% sure I am not using a custom ROM..
I never downloaded any custom ROMs to be honest that’s how I know.
The only thing I wasn’t sure of at first was the ADB commands but when I was rooting for the first time. But after I read the tutorials it was as easy as riding a bike. As for the small Linux commands used in the shell, from the tutorial that I followed, seemed pretty super basic. I had been using Linux for 6 years, recompiling kernels etc so I don’t have any doubts...
I am not too worried about bricking anything… My question was only related to the OTA updates with the rooted stocked. That’s all.
Thank you everyone for your responses, they answered my question. And thanks for the concerned about my device.

[Q] Questions about Note 10.1 Wi-fi only version

Hey guy I recently got a Galaxy Note 10.1, the Wi-Fi only version (N8010 I think?). I really want to get Jelly Bean on it as soon as possible. I know there are a ton of ROMS out there for the Wi-Fi/3G version and most people who have flashed those onto the Wi-Fi only version have been successful. I just had a few questions for you guys as I'm still a noob at this.
1. Do I have to root my tablet to be able to flash a ROM on it?
2. Is there a chance of bricking the tablet? Is there any danger involved?
3. Will I still get OTA updates when they become available?
4. Anyone have instructions on how to flash Jelly Bean onto it?
5. Where could I find ROMS that will work with my tablet?
Thank you guys for taking the time to answer. If any of you have any experience with the Wi-Fi only version let me know. Also I live in the US if that is of any importance.

The U.S. version of wifi only is the 8013. It is what I have. There is always a risk involved with everything you do, even breathing. Every breath you take you take the risk it is not poision and feel the benefits of not suficating our weigh the risk of being poisoned.
For flashing the roms on here you need a custom recovery, like cwm. There are guides on this in the development area. Darkman-rs has some very good stuff out. I have some stuff for the 8013 as well. Check out everything, get a good feel, make a backup of your stuff, like apps, nand backups, copy your internal memory to something else, whatever else you feel like doing. One day when you have nothing going on, sit around and play with things, talk to the google machine about stuff. I have done a lot to this tablet, nothing I couldnt recover from. Always have a backup on your external sd card just in case, like an extra sd card in case you wipe the one in your tablet
Oh, and have fun!
Also, the thread for the roms should have the info on installing.

i am using @smaw51 jb uk release custom gt 8013 version and its very smooth rom really love it and there is a thread on how to add more apps to the multiwindow launcher which makes this tablet even more amazing
follow the guides on how to root and install cwm recovery and then start flashing and enjoy this beast tablet ...lol

I have recently rooted my 8010 using "method 2" do you have to unlock the bootloader too before you can use a new kernel (I know there isn't any for my model yet) . I just haven't seen much mention of bootloader unlocking
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Can you go to Settings > About device and see what your build number ends in? If it's LG4 then you will be getting Jelly Bean through Kies within a week.

Hey guys, thank you for all of the useful information. I honestly can't go into my settings right now because I don't have it yet. I bought it but am only getting it this weekend for my birthday. Then I'll be able to give you information about my device. What is the LG version?

Yes
Yes
Most likely not
Check the development thread
Check the development thread

CWM is super easy to install and obtain root (this was my first time using ODIN for anything). Simply follow the directions here (especially the part about turning Auto Reboot off): http://rootgalaxynote.com/galaxy-no...t-galaxy-note-10-1-easiest-methodcwmmethod-2/
As for installing JB, I've got the 8010 version and I had no problem installing the older German version found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1909950&page=9 along with the build prop fix here (which eliminates the random reboot issues): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1909950&page=9
And once all that is done, don't forget to go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1985240 for all your Multi-Window app goodness!!

Thank you for those links Rickroller! They are extremely helpful!

Anytime!

Was anyone able to use chainfire3D on JB?

[Q]

Hi everyone
First off I would like to thank everyone who contributes on this board, I have been lurking for quite awhile even though I dont have any android devices, the reading is very interesting.
I have just got my first android device today delivered from BH Photo (I am in Australia) and have charged and powered it up. I have been reading on the forums about rooting and then unlocking. The android version appears to be 4.0.3 (ICS).
My questions are these:
Should I root this device and unlock the bootloader with ICS, then install TWRP and make a backup of it. Once this is done then update to JB? The firmware of the tablet is (I think this is right) IM74K:US_epad_9.4.5.26-20120720 and the kernel is 2.6.39.4 [email protected] #1
or
Update the device to JB then root it, but Im a bit confused with the unlocking part here what program is used to unlock the bootloader? Is it the Asus one? Also with rooting programs which one is more commonly used for both ICS and JB? Can I apply a manual update of JB using the Ausrtalian version instead of the US one.
Sorry for all the noob questions. I have read the index and after reading it still had some questions.
Thank you for your time

deathwalker01 said:
Hi everyone
First off I would like to thank everyone who contributes on this board, I have been lurking for quite awhile even though I dont have any android devices, the reading is very interesting.
I have just got my first android device today delivered from BH Photo (I am in Australia) and have charged and powered it up. I have been reading on the forums about rooting and then unlocking. The android version appears to be 4.0.3 (ICS).
My questions are these:
Should I root this device and unlock the bootloader with ICS, then install TWRP and make a backup of it. Once this is done then update to JB? The firmware of the tablet is (I think this is right) IM74K:US_epad_9.4.5.26-20120720 and the kernel is 2.6.39.4 [email protected] #1
or
Update the device to JB then root it, but Im a bit confused with the unlocking part here what program is used to unlock the bootloader? Is it the Asus one? Also with rooting programs which one is more commonly used for both ICS and JB? Can I apply a manual update of JB using the Ausrtalian version instead of the US one.
Sorry for all the noob questions. I have read the index and after reading it still had some questions.
Thank you for your time
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Welcome to the Community!
There are a few on-going threads regarding this same topic. You might want to read those and make sure you understand the lingo/jargon being used (like: fastboot, bootloader, Recovery, adb. etc) as well as what it's for before you start your hacking.
Some things to keep in mind
Currently to have Root access in JB, you need to get root in ICS then use OTA Keeper to maintain Root for JB update.
The Bootloader unlocker tool is from ASUS and needs to communicate with ASUS servers for it to unlock.
Unlocking the bootloader will void your warrenty. Make sure you have a good device before you do it.
You have a version of tablet (9.4.5.26) that is able to use NVFlash that can help recover your tablet during a soft brick.
You should use an update that is appropriate for your device. If it comes with US, stay with US. Installing an update for a different region might not cause problems but there is no guarantee. Best to avoid the possibility by staying with the region it comes with.
For some reading material, I think that my blog post might help give you some additional details. However, I highly suggest that it be used for research only until you are aware of exactly what you are trying to accomplish. Remember to ask questions if things are confusing or if you are wondering what needs to be done next. 'Tis better to ask and be delayed than to be over-eager and bricked.
Hope this helps you during your first steps of XDA Android hacking!

I just got my TF700 last week and I wanted cleanrom on it and this is the order of stuff I did:
1. Unlocked bootloader
2. Nvflash setup
3. Installed TWRP
4. Flashed official Asus update
5. I lost TWRP so I installed it again
6. Flashed cleanrom
Probably not the most efficient way, but it was easy to do and didn't take too long.

hong90 said:
I just got my TF700 last week and I wanted cleanrom on it and this is the order of stuff I did:
1. Unlocked bootloader
2. Nvflash setup
3. Installed TWRP
4. Flashed official Asus update
5. I lost TWRP so I installed it again
6. Flashed cleanrom
Probably not the most efficient way, but it was easy to do and didn't take too long.
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It's the most efficient way.

I have nothing to add except for the remark that NvFlash is key -- GET IT WHILE YOU STILL CAN!
I'm not even kidding here. It gives you 100% flexibility in doing whatever you wish (up- as well as downgrading, even the bootloader!) and provides a key benefit in recovering your device when that whale-sized piece of excrement hits the large ventilator running at top speed.

Thanks to everyone that has replied to my post. I have successfully rooted the tablet and unlocked the bootloader. Before I do anything else Im going to run NVflash and back it up. I have a quick question though. I have download NVFlash to my computer and extracted it. Do I need to copy it across to the tablet and then enter fastboot? I havent got an extenal sd card will it save the images to the tablet's hard drive?
Cheers
Deathwalker

i followed this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3ypzUaKxvo&feature=youtube_gdata_player
i watched it before i actually did it once or twice to make sure i know what to do. you don't need an external sd card. following the fastboot steps will pull the files that you need onto the internal one in a folder

Last night I used NVFlash to make backup of the tablet. A big thank you to alienedd as I followed his blog and also the guide from androidmobi team and managed to get the img files done. Is there anyway to test bar for wiping the tablet?
Now all I have left to do is install OTA RootKeeper and TWRP, back up the existing tablet and then flash a custom ROM (Im thinking cleanrom)

You don't need OTA Rootkeeper anymore because you have unlocked you're bootloader. And custom roms like Cleanrom are already pre-rooted so after flashing the cleanrom you will have root anyway.

[Q] Rooting non-us device mz604

I'm looking to root my xoom device after realising I won't be getting any more updates after ics 4.0.4. I've read a lot of threads but they seem to be for us devices only. The more I read the more confused i'm getting. My device is mz604 wifi ics4.0.4. I'm in Ireland so its eu version. Im looking to root and try out custom roms. Would prefer twrp recovery but cwm would sufice if it needs to be that way. I've done a backup of all my data but the more i read the more threads conflict cause they are old enough. Just looking to put a bit of life back into my device. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

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lawlor059 said:
I'm looking to root my xoom device after realising I won't be getting any more updates after ics 4.0.4. I've read a lot of threads but they seem to be for us devices only. The more I read the more confused i'm getting. My device is mz604 wifi ics4.0.4. I'm in Ireland so its eu version. Im looking to root and try out custom roms. Would prefer twrp recovery but cwm would sufice if it needs to be that way. I've done a backup of all my data but the more i read the more threads conflict cause they are old enough. Just looking to put a bit of life back into my device. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
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heres universal root method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1242241&highlight=root
After rooting install twrp just like its written in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1782235
I hope you know how to install adb. If not look here :http://dottech.org/21534/how-to-install-adb-and-fastboot-on-your-windows-computer-for-use-with-your-android-phone/

rocky12345678900 said:
heres universal root method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1242241&highlight=root
After rooting install twrp just like its written in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1782235
I hope you know how to install adb. If not look here :http://dottech.org/21534/how-to-install-adb-and-fastboot-on-your-windows-computer-for-use-with-your-android-phone/
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Going to try it later. Thanks very much for the reply. Will post how I got on.

Success
Finally got round to doing it and it went as soothly as possible. I changed over to twrp but to use goo manager but it says no compatible roms. Any ideas as i've found a lot of sites recomment it for the xoom but just cant get it to work with mine.
Thanks

[Q] Lots of Questions about Bootloaders, Recovery & Roms

Hi Everyone,
I have had my XT925 for a few years now and I usually come on XDA and check out whats happening on here.
I have finally reached the point where my phone has slowed down to a snails pace.
So in order to breath new life into it I am hoping to install a custom rom but I am so lost it is not even funny.
I have tried doing research but there is just so much out there and I am feeling lost. (Sorry to be a noob)
I am hoping someone can help me out with the questions I have.
1. I have a Fido (Rogers) XT925, it is my understanding that if I go to Motorola's website I can unlock the bootloader there (not that I really know what that does as of yet)
2. After I unlock the bootloader, do I then need to root first? or do I install a Custom Recovery? What do I install? I am very lost at this point.
3. After that I assume that the rest is pretty easy I either install CM11 or Slimkat from what I am reading.
Again any help is greatly appreciated. I am fairly technical but the most I have done to this phone is root it a while back (I lost root since, I got stuck in a boot loop)
Thanks again ahead of time!

davidjames4 said:
Hi Everyone,
I have had my XT925 for a few years now and I usually come on XDA and check out whats happening on here.
I have finally reached the point where my phone has slowed down to a snails pace.
So in order to breath new life into it I am hoping to install a custom rom but I am so lost it is not even funny.
I have tried doing research but there is just so much out there and I am feeling lost. (Sorry to be a noob)
I am hoping someone can help me out with the questions I have.
1. I have a Fido (Rogers) XT925, it is my understanding that if I go to Motorola's website I can unlock the bootloader there (not that I really know what that does as of yet)
2. After I unlock the bootloader, do I then need to root first? or do I install a Custom Recovery? What do I install? I am very lost at this point.
3. After that I assume that the rest is pretty easy I either install CM11 or Slimkat from what I am reading.
Again any help is greatly appreciated. I am fairly technical but the most I have done to this phone is root it a while back (I lost root since, I got stuck in a boot loop)
Thanks again ahead of time!
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if your phone was running acceptably some time ago, a simple factory reset (after you backup data!!!) will get it back to that condition.
or you can go the custom route. answers to your questions below.
1. yes
2. the recovery you need will depend on weather you are on JB or KK now. both can be found in the dev or orig dev forums. after install you can flash a su zip from the new recovery to gain root.
3. if you are on JB now you will need a JB base rom, if you are on KK now you will need a KK base rom. where it can get confusing is, just because it says in the rom 4.4 or whatever, that doesent necessarily mean the base it KK although it can be.

Okay thank you going to attempt tonight but don't be surprised if there is a post later on saying help I bricked my phone
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Also if anyone wants to help me step by step on Skype or something in an hour or two I would be very grateful!
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