Hey I saw this ( http{ colon} //true-android{dot}blogspot{dot}com/2013/12/update-motorola-droid-razr-hd-xt926-to_16{dot}html ) which says it is possible to put Kitkat on xt926 usinf Safestrap and was wondering if it would work with a locked bootloader? It mentions Safestrap at least but I've a feeling it isn't possible as Safestrap roms use the current kernel which mine has 4.1.2. Also I've heard there might be a way to get at least CM10.1 but everything I've tried has failed :crying:
(haven't made 10 posts yet so can't give link normally : / )
Jaysp656 said:
Hey I saw this ( http{ colon} //true-android{dot}blogspot{dot}com/2013/12/update-motorola-droid-razr-hd-xt926-to_16{dot}html ) which says it is possible to put Kitkat on xt926 usinf Safestrap and was wondering if it would work with a locked bootloader? It mentions Safestrap at least but I've a feeling it isn't possible as Safestrap roms use the current kernel which mine has 4.1.2. Also I've heard there might be a way to get at least CM10.1 but everything I've tried has failed :crying:
(haven't made 10 posts yet so can't give link normally : / )
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To my knowledge, there is no 4.4 based SS compatible ROM yet. Also, the CM wiki says that CM is only compatible with an unlocked BL. There was a SS compatible CM10.1 running around, but I don't think it's around anymore.
RikRong said:
To my knowledge, there is no 4.4 based SS compatible ROM yet. Also, the CM wiki says that CM is only compatible with an unlocked BL. There was a SS compatible CM10.1 running around, but I don't think it's around anymore.
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Yeah I've looked around for that CM10.1 but every where I look the file is gone. Thanks for clarifying that for me.
The issue with KitKat is it's a different kernel. In order to reap the benefits of KitKat, you need to run the latest kernel.
SafeStrap for the RAZR HD can only install ROMs using the same kernel as whatever you currently have on your phone. Unlike SafeStrap for the OG RAZR, which uses kexec to allow you to load any kernel, the HD version doesn't have kexec. Therefore, don't expect to see a SS KitKat ROM.
But, the RAZR HD is scheduled to get KitKat. Just not sure when. I would say sometime after March, 2014.
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Hi all, it's been awhile since I've done any ROM flashing (older phones) so I'm a little rusty now. I'm currently root, unlocked, CWM with stock 4.1.2 (never flashed any custom ROMs on my S3). I'm wanting to get closet to stock 4.4.4 as possible. Can I use the Nexus 5 4.4.4 firmware on my phone? Or will it not work due to it being GSM?
If this won't work, can anyone recommend a ROM of the latest android version that is closest to stock as possible? Thanks.
I wouldn't recommend flashing anything on an s3 that isn't made for s3, unless of course you happen to like buying new phones to replace a brick that you made.
1heffer said:
I wouldn't recommend flashing anything on an s3 that isn't made for s3, unless of course you happen to like buying new phones to replace a brick that you made.
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THIS ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Wrong firmware = BRICK
Before you flash ANYTHING read, read, read,...then read some more.
mcjd0904 said:
Hi all, it's been awhile since I've done any ROM flashing (older phones) so I'm a little rusty now. I'm currently root, unlocked, CWM with stock 4.1.2 (never flashed any custom ROMs on my S3). I'm wanting to get closet to stock 4.4.4 as possible. Can I use the Nexus 5 4.4.4 firmware on my phone? Or will it not work due to it being GSM?
If this won't work, can anyone recommend a ROM of the latest android version that is closest to stock as possible? Thanks.
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The current CyanogenMod 11 nightly builds for the "d2lte" device are mostly-stock Android v4.4.4 and very solid on this device.
Here's the thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2558946
Gummy also runs great. You can find it in the android development section.
hello
today I got s3 i535 from a friend
i5350yudne1 is the rom installed on it
kernel date is may 2014
quick search on xda reveals bootloader cannot be installed
only option is safestrap recovery
on which aosp or other roms cant be installed
mean all cm11-12 liquidsmooth etc wont work right? or is there method
i am the person who cant stay on single rom
so should I keep the phone or give it back.
Come on guys be helpful
i have got 2 hours to decide
am i stucked with tw only roms with bl locked or not. Can Install any rom on it
thanks in advance
Couldn't even be bothered to read the first few posts of the Safestrap thread?
You can run AOSP roms like CM and Omni, but nothing based on Lollipop
LLStarks said:
Couldn't even be bothered to read the first few posts of the Safestrap thread?
You can run AOSP roms like CM and Omni, but nothing based on Lollipop
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If they are on a locked bootloader no custom roms can be installed at all
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Apologize if this has been answered, I quickly looked through the relevant sections and stickies and came away confused.
I currently have a Verizon S3 that has an unlocked bootloader and is still on 4.1.2 (some debloated stock ROM). I'd like to update it to a newer version of Android, but do not want to get rid of the unlocked bootloader. From what i've read, that means I cannot flash any TW 4.4 ROMs.
I'm confused as to whether I can flash any of the following:
- a TW 4.3 ROM, e.g., http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2591895
- an AOSP 4.4 ROM, e.g., http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2400577
I have no interest in upgrading to lollipop fwiw
Thanks!
EDIT: thanks a lot, installed the TW 4.3 ROM with no issues
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cesium said:
Apologize if this has been answered, I quickly looked through the relevant sections and stickies and came away confused.
I currently have a Verizon S3 that has an unlocked bootloader and is still on 4.1.2 (some debloated stock ROM). I'd like to update it to a newer version of Android, but do not want to get rid of the unlocked bootloader. From what i've read, that means I cannot flash any TW 4.4 ROMs.
I'm confused as to whether I can flash any of the following:
- a TW 4.3 ROM, e.g., http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2591895
- an AOSP 4.4 ROM, e.g., http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2400577
I have no interest in upgrading to lollipop fwiw
Thanks!
EDIT: thanks a lot, installed the TW 4.3 ROM with no issues
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Your one of the very few who are still on 4.1.2 on this phone
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ShapesBlue said:
Your one of the very few who are still on 4.1.2 on this phone
Sent from my Nexus 5
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Heh I cracked the screen on it when 4.3 was still a dream, so I gave it to my parents to use wifi-only. For their use (basically chromecast and traveling abroad) 4.1.2 sufficed, but I thought some sort of updated OS would be nice from a security perspective.
Since I'm running 4.4.2 Kitkat on my GS3, I'm locked out of the bootloader, however, I know that there are a few custom ROMs I can install on my phone that are based on Touchwiz.
Can anyone either provide a link to those ROMs on here, or post an external link to them? I've been looking around, and I can't find much.
DaJesuZ said:
Since I'm running 4.4.2 Kitkat on my GS3, I'm locked out of the bootloader, however, I know that there are a few custom ROMs I can install on my phone that are based on Touchwiz.
Can anyone either provide a link to those ROMs on here, or post an external link to them? I've been looking around, and I can't find much.
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No problem. As long as your kernel date is before June 2014 (although it may be July 2014) you can root with towelroot and run safestrap with the few touchwiz based roms.
Here's what you need
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...st-7-10-14-t2812189/post54062704#post54062704
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Good day
Previously I had a Galaxy S3 and I was using CyanogenMod – Loved it!
I just always preferred a phone that was clean and lean without all the bloatware.
Now I’m with the S5 and there is possibly an option available for a custom ROM for my phone?
Currently –
SAMSUNG GALAXY S5 SM-G900A AT&T
Lollipop 5.0 G900AUCU3BOC4
So far as I can tell this phone could not be rooted.
Until a few days ago I got a notice in an email that it was now available.
I was on their mailing list if something should become available.
oneclickroot
I know you can’t go backward LP 5.0 – KK 4.4.
One can only go forward, LP 5.0 - LP 5.1 or LP 5.0 – Marshmallow.
However most of what I have seen out there for my phone has been LP 5.0.
At present I’m looking at these unless someone can suggest something else.
TMS5 3.0 ROM LP5.0
Twi5ted lollipop V7 LP 5.0
Alliance V8 ROM LP5.0
My question is, can I go from LP 5.0 (Stock) to LP 5.0 (Custom)?
KJB2 said:
Good day
Previously I had a Galaxy S3 and I was using CyanogenMod – Loved it!
I just always preferred a phone that was clean and lean without all the bloatware.
Now I’m with the S5 and there is possibly an option available for a custom ROM for my phone?
Currently –
SAMSUNG GALAXY S5 SM-G900A AT&T
Lollipop 5.0G900AUCU3BOC4
So far as I can tell this phone could not be rooted.
Until a few days ago I got a notice in an email that it was now available.
I was on their mailing list if something should become available.
oneclickroot
I know you can’t go backward LP 5.0 – KK 4.4.
One can only go forward, LP 5.0 - LP 5.1 or LP 5.0 – Marshmallow.
However most of what I have seen out there for my phone has been LP 5.0.
At present I’m looking at these unless someone can suggest something else.
TMS5 3.0 ROM LP5.0
Twi5ted lollipop V7 LP 5.0
Alliance V8 ROM LP5.0
My question is, can I go from LP 5.0 (Stock) to LP 5.0 (Custom)?
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If you've got the locked bootloader then you're out of luck rooting and flashing TWRP/Cyanogenmod.
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Actually the phone is rooted now. Right after I posted this I used Kingroot king481.apk and Titanium Backup is installed and Root Check confirmed its now rooted. Although I have not tried the Bootloader...... With my luck that is another issue..... I wonder if I should try the first step with the Bootloader and see if SAFESTRAP or TWRP can install?
KJB2 said:
Actually the phone is rooted now. Right after I posted this I used Kingroot king481.apk and Titanium Backup is installed and Root Check confirmed its now rooted. Although I have not tried the Bootloader...... With my luck that is another issue..... I wonder if I should try the first step with the Bootloader and see if SAFESTRAP or TWRP can install?
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Safestrap is no longer supported and with locked bootloader you're not gonna get TWRP to work.
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HI all, I'm new here and this Is my first post (question), Is There any solution to this issue (sm-g900a not taking custom recovery)?, I need (really want) to install android pie and magisk on my att g9005a,and most of the posts (including this one) are several years old.
Really appreciate an an answer, even if its still, "sorry, still out of luck",
Also, is this a good place for this, or should i start a new thread?
Thanks.
Liam AK said:
HI all, I'm new here and this Is my first post (question), Is There any solution to this issue (sm-g900a not taking custom recovery)?, I need (really want) to install android pie and magisk on my att g9005a,and most of the posts (including this one) are several years old.
Really appreciate an an answer, even if its still, "sorry, still out of luck",
Also, is this a good place for this, or should i start a new thread?
Thanks.
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Your device is an AT&T variant, your device has a locked bootloader, you can't install custom recovery with a locked bootloader. The bootloader on your device can not be unlocked, you will never be able to install custom recovery on your device. If you want custom recovery you will have to get another device because you will never be able to use custom recovery on the device that you already have.
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