Hi guys I just need some advice please my Nexus is completely stock and I want to root and install apps like xposed and gravity box.
My problem is I don't where to start I've got so much on. My phone what would be the best backup method I just don't want to lose anything
Thanks in advance
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I would advice adb backup. Done that from stock to paranoid beta and it worked Like a charme.
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bash156 said:
Hi guys I just need some advice please my Nexus is completely stock and I want to root and install apps like xposed and gravity box.
My problem is I don't where to start I've got so much on. My phone what would be the best backup method I just don't want to lose anything
Thanks in advance
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You can use helium to backup. Or use adb to do it also.
This is a good guide to unlock the boot loader and root
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2507905
Thanks for the reply does adb backup backup everything including my internal storage and things like pictures messages game data etc
Thanks again
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iggyikky said:
I would advice adb backup. Done that from stock to paranoid beta and it worked Like a charme.
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How will he get adb though? Surely he has to flash a recovery or kernel which requires unlocking the bootloader which then wipes the device?
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bash156 said:
Hi guys I just need some advice please my Nexus is completely stock and I want to root and install apps like xposed and gravity box.
My problem is I don't where to start I've got so much on. My phone what would be the best backup method I just don't want to lose anything
Thanks in advance
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I suggest using a toolkit like Wug's Nexus Root Toolkit.
You can create backups and install drivers with this tool as well as root and unlock bootloader.
I haven't used this tool to root and unlock bootloader, but I did use this to install custom recovery. Everything was automatic and easy because I didn't have to mess around with pressing buttons when rebooting. Just hit the button and let the program to its work.
Here is a video of someone using Wug's tool to root and unlock bootloader. Nexus 5 Easy Unlock Bootloader + Root + Custom Recovery
Thanks for the advice I take it I can't use the adb method to backup my device then? Helium looks good I'm going to look into that
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SMS backup&restore is free from Google play that'll take care of the SMS just save the folder to your p.c before routing and unlocking
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I apologize for asking this question since there are several variants of it all over this forum. I just haven't quite found the answers I'm looking for.*
When you read this and respond, please keep in mind that I am a major noobie. Pretend you're talking to a child. **
My reason for wanting to root is to take advantage of certain apps like BoostVolume, AdAway and TitaniumBackup (can't remember the others I wanted...).
At this time, I don't want to install a custom ROM. I'm just not ready to take that chance.*
So...
Can I get some of the benefits of rooting without installing a custom recovery?*
* * *If so, what will I gain and lose by doing this?*
* * *Will I still get OTA updates? *Will an OTA update remove root access?
For some reason, I'm really stuck on continuing to get OTA updates...I guess I don't want the responsibility.
There are good threads for "major noobies" to read.
Start with the "read before you root" thread at the top of this q&a forum. Also, search general for "ota help-desk". There is a rooting thread stuck at the top of general too.
Please read those then let is know if you have any questions
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Yes it's worth it. Do it. Boff
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I have to root every android machine I ever had.
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You can't do anything that useful without root.
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And ota's to me are a waste. I just wait for flashable files.
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I need help finding correct root program for my Zeki tbdg1073b. Anyone please help.
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Just unlock it all wile your hooked up to ADB and you won't have to worry about it .so easy after your Computer/PC is set up with ADB,FASBOOT,SDK.
Remember Google is your best friend
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rootSU said:
There are good threads for "major noobies" to read.
Start with the "read before you root" thread at the top of this q&a forum. Also, search general for "ota help-desk". There is a rooting thread stuck at the top of general too.
Please read those then let is know if you have any questions
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Thanks so much! *I've been searching and reading all week, and I either found conflicting answers or unclear answers...frustrating.
I had read "Before you root" previously, but hadn't yet found the Beginner thread (top of General), which has been the most helpful.
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You can't do anything that useful without root.
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And ota's to me are a waste. I just wait for flashable files.
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Yeah, I'm not sure why I'm leery of flashing the updates. I guess I have to take it slowly and start with rooting (without custom recovery).
I don't think you can root without custom recovery. Don't worry about it. If anything goes wrong, which is very very unlikely, you can restore to stock in fastboot.
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If you are going to root, I really suggest getting s custom recovery too. Then you can make a nandroid backup and generally undo most problems that may happen by returning to that "snapshot" of the os.
But using fast boot to restore a factory image will fix these too, with stock recovery, but will erase data.
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pepdavies said:
I don't think you can root without custom recovery. Don't worry about it. If anything goes wrong, which is very very unlikely, you can restore to stock in fastboot.
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Here is a root without recovery by the SuperSU dev chainfire.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1980683
I do recommend that you also install a recovery for the reasons posted by others in this thread.
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pepdavies said:
I don't think you can root without custom recovery. Don't worry about it. If anything goes wrong, which is very very unlikely, you can restore to stock in fastboot.
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You can root by booting into a custom recovery and then flashing supersu, fastboot boot recovery.img. You don't need to install one.
jd1639 said:
You can root by booting into a custom recovery and then flashing supersu, fastboot boot recovery.img. You don't need to install one.
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Yep. To expand
fastboot boot recovery.img
Vs
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
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fastboot boot recovery recovery.img
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Its actually just "fastboot boot recovery.img"
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Chromium_ said:
Its actually just "fastboot boot recovery.img"
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Of course. Sorry, I forgot to remove partition destination in copy / paste.
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I've never managed to boot into recovery rather than flash it. It worked on my Nexus S.
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helioXverse said:
If you are going to root, I really suggest getting s custom recovery too. Then you can make a nandroid backup and generally undo most problems that may happen by returning to that "snapshot" of the os.
But using fast boot to restore a factory image will fix these too, with stock recovery, but will erase data.
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Sounds like nandroid backup is the way to go so I don't have to lose data. Thanks!
3DSammy said:
Here is a root without recovery by the SuperSU dev chainfire.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1980683
I do recommend that you also install a recovery for the reasons posted by others in this thread.
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I had planned on using CF-auto-root, so I didn't need a custom recovery. I had based that on my fear of changing too much, but I also saw this, which I'm probably misunderstanding?
From Chainfire: (I am personally moving away from custom kernels and recoveries, for various reasons).
The more I think I understand, the more confused I get. It seems I'm getting lost in the terminology. To completely understand my options, I need to back up and go through the definitions and CLI commands again. A lot of what you're saying is going over my head. I think I've read too much and some information just isn't sticking.
angied said:
I had planned on using CF-auto-root, so I didn't need a custom recovery. I had based that on my fear of changing too much, but I also saw this, which I'm probably misunderstanding?
From Chainfire: (I am personally moving away from custom kernels and recoveries, for various reasons).
The more I think I understand, the more confused I get. It seems I'm getting lost in the terminology. To completely understand my options, I need to back up and go through the definitions and CLI commands again. A lot of what you're saying is going over my head. I think I've read too much and some information just isn't sticking.
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Don't worry. It's actually very easy. If you know about 2 fastboot commands you'll know just about anything you need to.
fastboot oem unlock, unlocks the bootloader
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img, puts a custom recovery on your phone
Start here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47025283
Hey I guys,
I'm a noob at this stuff so I apologize if this is dumb question but do I need to have a recovery before I root or can I root and then install a recovery?
jstein721 said:
Hey I guys,
I'm a noob at this stuff so I apologize if this is dumb question but do I need to have a recovery before I root or can I root and then install a recovery?
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no you dont need a recovery for root, use can use framaroot app.
Yes you can install recovery anytime after or before root..
Framaroot
divyamg28 said:
no you dont need a recovery for root, use can use framaroot app.
Yes you can install recovery anytime after or before root..
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Thank you so much. Where do I get framaroot? I looked on the Play Store but it is not there. When I get it, will that allow me to put a recovery on it?
jstein721 said:
Thank you so much. Where do I get framaroot? I looked on the Play Store but it is not there. When I get it, will that allow me to put a recovery on it?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2130276
see the list of supported devices.
its only for rooting and it doesnt help you with installing recovery.
Is there a way you recommend installing a recovery?I've looked on cyanogen mod but I don't think they support my device. Any ideas?
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jstein721 said:
Is there a way you recommend installing a recovery?I've looked on cyanogen mod but I don't think they support my device. Any ideas?
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Wwhich device are you using ???
All devices have a recovery mode . While rooting you are replacing a recovery mode like cwm .
Click thanks If I helped
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jstein721 said:
Hey I guys,
I'm a noob at this stuff so I apologize if this is dumb question but do I need to have a recovery before I root or can I root and then install a recovery?
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what phone?
I've never had an issue rooting... its gotten pretty safe, as long as you follow the steps closely you shouldn't have any issues or worries about bricking anything.
There are backup options of your rom after you root it. Clockworkmod Rom Manager makes backups and installing new rooms as easy as 3 buttons.
Since the galaxy player 5 us version is older device is there a clockwork mod recovery for it?
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after rom update i am stuck at bootscreen. i can get into twrp recoery but i have no backup. win 7 will not see phon. please please help
What ROM update?
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Did you do a clean install, wipe data?
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carbon rom. i did all above mentioned. no OS on phone
Georgiazen said:
carbon rom. i did all above mentioned. no OS on phone
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No, os. So you wiped the entire device? You'll have to use adb to put a rom on or side load it.
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jd1639 said:
No, os. So you wiped the entire device? You'll have to use adb to put a rom on or side load it.
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how do i side load it. my data is intact just no OS
Georgiazen said:
how do i side load it. my data is intact just no OS
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See rootSU's signature above. He has fine guides linked there. But how do you know you have no os if your data is intact? Do you have a rom zip on your device you can flash in twrp? I assume you don't have a nandroid or you would have tried that already.
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jd1639 said:
See rootSU's signature above. He has fine guides linked there. But how do you know you have no os if your data is intact? Do you have a rom zip on your device you can flash in twrp? I assume you don't have a nandroid or you would have tried that already.
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i know because it tells me i dont. i can see my data in the twrp file manager.if i had a rom zip installed i wouldnt have posted this topic. thanks for your help
So then download a ROM and push it to your phone so you can then flash it via recovery.
Please try to keep your help requests limited to 1 thread. When you start cross posting , things can get messy
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Before the installation of the ota of android 5.0 I have to unistall xposed because it doesn't work with ART, right?
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You'll have to uninstall xposed for any ota anyway regardless of lollipop
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And flash stock recovery. And hopefully nothing else was altered in the system that could affect the Ota.
Personally, I'd backup my apps and just flash stock 4.4.4. As soon as I hear the Ota is out that is.
Tho really, I always wait a couple days and flash it with fastboot, clean. ?
Ok, so I have to unistall Xposed...
I rooted the device with Towelroot, so there isn't particular problems with the system? Or towelroot makes something different to system files unlike root?
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Giolte_ said:
Ok, so I have to unistall Xposed...
I rooted the device with Towelroot, so there isn't particular problems with the system? Or towelroot makes something different to system files unlike root?
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Its fine
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Ok, thanks
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Although why OTA anyway? If you're rooted with a custom recovery, you can just flash a pre-rooted L zip which will be available before the OTA Anyway
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Although why OTA anyway? If you're rooted with a custom recovery, you can just flash a pre-rooted L zip which will be available before the OTA Anyway
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Bu bu bu but....OTA
#stayparanoid
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Bu bu bu but....OTA
#stayparanoid
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Haha exactly.
I have not my PC since last month, and probably I will have it in the first half of December, however I have not a custom recovery, only root with towelroot because, like I said, I have no PC
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Giolte_ said:
I have not my PC since last month, and probably I will have it in the first half of December, however I have not a custom recovery, only root with towelroot because, like I said, I have no PC
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So use flashify to install twrp recovery and then you will have a way to flash. Doing any phone/tablet modding is highly dangerous if you don't have a computer available to you in case something messes up...
#stayparanoid
I just grab the files from google and flash my phone clean with fastboot. I'll Add the recovery and root a few days later (if available). I like my phone the way it is and don't like to change just for OTA.
Ok, I'll probably use flashify, thanks everybody
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Am I correct in assuming that xposed does not work under lollipop because of art?
Can lollipop work using dalvik?
Correct. And no.
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(A man of few words. ? )
That's a problem for me and might make me not accept the upgrade. I really like xposed and xgravity and my nexus 5 is fast enough.
I'm sure it won't be long til xposed will be updated.
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I'm sure it won't be long til xposed will be updated.
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I hope you're right but it may not be an easy task because of the different ways dalvik and art handle things.
Then we'll need to rely on custom roms for customizing.. Until xposed does work.
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Then we'll need to rely on custom roms for customizing.. Until xposed does work.
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Kind of like we have done for the last X years? Before xposed ever existed?
?
#stayparanoid
Hey guys, my phone wont start up, and my laptop wont recognize the device. the only way i can install a rom is from sideload. Please help
pranavthombare said:
Hey guys, my phone wont start up, and my laptop wont recognize the device. the only way i can install a rom is from sideload. Please help
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Boot into bootloader, and try Nexus root tool kit, update drivers and use "bricked" to restore a factory image..
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Setting.Out said:
Boot into bootloader, and try Nexus root tool kit, update drivers and use "bricked" to restore a factory image..
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thank you man, can you provide the links? it'll be nice of you if you did
pranavthombare said:
thank you man, can you provide the links? it'll be nice of you if you did
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Download the Nexus Root Toolkit from below link
http://www.wugfresh.com/nrt/
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