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I don't take any credit I Googled everything. I do take credit of modifying some stuff in word. The idea came from here. I may have took some of his work. SO credit him and Pirateghost for the information about Android.
Little in-depth information about Android. Must Read. Thank You Pirateghost.
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Android itself is OPEN. you can go and build your very own version of 4.0 ICS right now from source code. there are very few phones you can STABLY and RELIABLY run it on though.
The NEXUS line of phones exists for a reason. they are untouched by carriers (verizon teabagged the Galaxy Nexus a little), and do not have some stupid overlay on them. they are developer devices in that it is the first phone to get android updates straight from google (no manufacturer interference required).
every other phone is tainted with a manufacturer's UI. Touchwiz on Samsung phones (galaxy nexus is a samsung but they provided the hardware not the software), Sense on HTC, 'non-blur' on Motorola, whatever Sony calls theirs...lol, LG, etc
on top of that tainted Android interface is a carrier branding or lockdown (doesnt apply to the entire world, but im only referring to US here)
so google releases new version of Android
manufacturers build phone, and customize android to fit their model (this is where android almost stops being OPEN)
carriers get a hold of the manufacturers build of android and tweak and modify it themselves (more than likely they just tell the manufacturers what they want), as you know they love to include bloat and lock it down from the user
you receive your android phone after it has gone through all those steps....long process huh? we dont get updates to newer versions as quickly because of that long process...and they would rather us buy new phones instead of improving perfectly good hardware.
Android is open in the sense that manufacturers can use it however they wish, within reason. it is not necessarily meant to be 'open' to the average end user, and manufacturers dont want you messing with the phone they built. its the reason XDA is what it is today, albeit with roots deep in WinMo hacking.
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ADB → Android Debug Bridge (adb) is a versatile command line tool that lets you communicate with an emulator instance or connected Android-powered device..
Android →Unveiled on 5 November 2007, Android is a mobile operating system running on the Linux kernel developed by Google.
ASOP → Android Open Source Project
Apps2SD → Move applications from the internal NAND memory on the device to a removable SD Card.
BLN → BackLight Notification
Bloatware → Software bloat is a process whereby successive versions of apps include an increasing proportion of unnecessary features that are not used by end users, or generally use more system resources than necessary, while offering little or no benefit to its users. Like all the crap that comes from At&t
Brick → When used in reference to consumer electronics, "brick" describes a device that cannot function in any capacity (such as a device with damaged firmware). This usage derives from the fact that some electronic devices (and their detachable power supplies) are vaguely brick-shaped, and so those which do not function are useful only as actual bricks. The term can also be used as a verb. For example, "I bricked my phone when I tried to modify its firmware."[
Hard Brick → When your phone does not turn on at all. When you can’t get in to CWR/CWM Or Stock recovery. You are basically screwed.
Soft Brick → When your phone bootloops. When you can get into CWR/CWM. When You can use jigtag to get into download mode.
Busybox → BusyBox provides several stripped-down Unix tools in a single executable. It runs in a variety of POSIX environments such as Linux, Android, FreeBSD and others, such as proprietary kernels, although many of the tools it provides are designed to work with interfaces provided by the Linux kernel. It was specifically created for embedded operating systems with very limited resources. Platforms counterparts, but they are pretty close and useful nonetheless.
CWR OR CWM ClockworkMod Recovery →A custom recovery for Android phones and tablets that allows you to perform several advanced recovery, restoration, installation and maintenance operations on your Android device that aren’t possible with the stock recovery.
DEODEX → Apk files have respective odexes that devs use to supposedly save space. Deodexing means you convert it back to a .dex file and put it back inside the apk. This allows you to easily replace file (not having to worry about odexes), but the main point was to deodex services.jar so that you can change all text to different colors (such as the clock color to white) and to deodex services.jar, you need to deodex everything.
Flashing → The process of applying a firmware image (or ROM) to a device. It generally entails a very specific order of steps. Failing to complete any one of these steps properly may result in bricking the device.
Firmware → is a term often used to denote the fixed, usually rather small, programs and/or data structures that internally control various electronic devices. Programs stored in the ROM, EPROM, or flash memory that usually control various internal electronic devices (Hard Drives, Keyboards, Displays, etc). Firmware is typically 'fixed' software that is not updated in consumer devices, however it is often updated (or 'flashed') by advanced users to fix bugs or add features to the device. Flashing firmware designed for one device onto a different device, or not following a specific procedure while flashing will often render the device unusable.
Kernel → is the main component of most computer operating systems; it is a bridge between applications and the actual data processing done at the hardware level. The kernel's responsibilities include managing the system's resources (the communication between hardware and software components
Radio → The cellular radio on the device which needs control software called firmware to control it.
ROM → Read Only Memory. In the context of an Android device, ROM is the internal flash memory where the core operating system resides. It can also refer to a specific version firmware that can be applied to a device through a process usually referred to as flashing. An improperly flashed ROM can often brick the device, rendering it unusable.
Superuser→ A program, which gives unlimited access privileges to perform any or all operations on the operating system.
ODIN → Odin is the Samsung software used to update Samsung phones. It does not work with any other devices other than official Samsung phones.
OTA or FOTA → (F)OTA stands for (Firmware) Over The Air and is the process by which required updates and enhancements to your phone's basic operating system can be sent to you through the cellular network. The Galaxy S II software update will be sent via FOTA and is available through Samsung Kies mini.0
ODEX → In Android file system, applications come in packages with the extension .apk. These application packages, or APKs contain certain .odex files whose supposed function is to save space. These ‘odex’ files are actually collections of parts of an application that are optimized before booting. Doing so speeds up the boot process, as it preloads part of an application. On the other hand, it also makes hacking those applications difficult because a part of the coding has already been extracted to another location before execution.
SDK → Software Development Kit.
Logcat → A debugging tool built into Android devices that displays system logs as they occur. See Logcat.
NANDroid → A set of tools that will enable anyone who has root on their Android device to make FULL system backups, in case something goes wrong or you want to try out that new experimental ROM/theme. NANDroid will backup (and restore) /system, /data, /cache, and /boot partitions.
Recovery Mode → A special environment that you can boot into for troubleshooting and upgrading purposes.
Kang → The process of creating a code based of someone else's code or reapplying code that someone else created into your own code (e.g. git cherry-pick)
Rooting → is a process that allows users of mobile phones and other devices running the Android operating system to attain privileged control (known as "root access") within Android's Linux subsystem with the goal of overcoming limitations that carriers and manufacturers put on some devices.
This is how to flash Ice Cream Sandwich!
How to Root Your Skyrocket????
>You will need Samsung drivers download here OR Here!
>>IF running 2.3.5 than click here Or Here for root.
>>>On your Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket go to Enable “Unknown Sources” in Settings >> Applications. This is located in the menu by going to Menu, Settings, the Applications.
>>>>Enable USB debugging by going to Menu, Settings, Applications, Development and checking USB debugging.
>>>>>Once you’ve downloaded and installed the above, plug your Skyrocket into your computer USB port. If you have a USB in the back plug it up in the back. Some ports work better than others that is key.
>>>>>>Make sure you’ve extracted the Skyrocket-Easy-Root.
>>>>>>>On a Windows computer, especially Windows 7 you will need to right click on the root.bat file in the extracted folder and run as Administrator. For some it might work without doing it, but I highly advise running as administrator. Now, I got confused because my phone keep failing after all yellow screen and all the text…KEEP TRYING. If it fails and you don’t see the Super User app on your phone then try another port. I tried and tried on my desktop but for some reason I ran it on my laptop and it worked perfectly. Remember to run as Administrator by right clicking the root.bat file.
If you have a Mac or Linux computers, install “Linux-Mac.sh”
>>IF running 2.3.6 than click here for root. Follow instruction on the thread!!!!!!!
<;> You have Done it NOOB!! Congratulation On Your first step!!!!
How to Flash CWM Recovery????
After Rooting your phone.
# Go to market and Download Rom manager.
## Go To Rom manager.
### Press Flash ClockworkMod Recovery.
#### And Chose T-mobile Galaxy s2.
Video about how to get ready to start flashing!
How to Flash a ROM????
Basic Steps
! Choose the ROM that you want and download its .zip file
!! Transfer the zip file to your phone’s sd card. Do not put it into any folder.
!!! Turn off your phone and reboot into recovery, usually by holding the down button and power button at the same time.
!!!! Do a Nandroid backup
!!!!! Wipe the phone 3 times by clearing cache/factory restore 3 times and wiping dalvik cache and system format
!!!!!! Flash the zip file that you put on your sd card
!!!!!!! Reboot phone
You can find all ROMS here.
How to backup your current ROM????
Easy Way!
-Open ROM Manager.
--Tap Backup Current ROM.
---Leave the filename as the date or change it to whatever you want.
Hard Way!
Get into CWR!
Scroll down to backup and restore!
Press backup.
How to Restore Your backup????
If You used ROM manager than!
Go to manage and restore backups!
And press the one you like to restore!
If you have Nandroid than!
Go to CWR!
Scroll down to backup and restore!
Press restore!
How to flash Kernel????
_Download the Kernel You want to flash and put it in sd card.
__Boot in to CWM!
___Wipe cache!
____Press install from Sd card!
_____Select the kernel that you dloaded!
______Flash it!
_______Reboot!
________Check in CPU SPY to see if you successfully flashed Kernel.
You can find all the Kernel here!!!
These will set you back to Stock and Unroot Your phone.
Welcome Finally You have made it here. Well now I know that you are little worried bout your phone but Let me tell you that there is noting to worry about.
Make sure you are relaxed because if you are tensioned than you will most likely screw things up. Do me a favor and watch this video. Relax get beer or Watch Funny videos on Youtube.
“Never ever unplug your phone when you are Flashing”
Drivers You will need!
! Odin 1.85
!! USB Drivers
!!! Skyrocket Stock Recovery.tar file ATT Or Rogers
Extract the contents of odin-185.zip and the 7zip archive.
Run Odin3+v1.85.exe, and prepare Odin:
Check "auto-reboot", and uncheck all other options.
Install Usb Drivers and Unzip the Recovery file and put it to safe place.
Main Process.
Try to get in Download Mode.
) Connect USB to computer but not your Phone.
))Take out and put back in the battery.
)))Then, hold Vol + and Vol - , now plug in USB and you will at the following screen that’s in picture.
))))Press Volume Up button now.
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Finally You have made it to Download mode.
If in case this does not work for you than and you are still luck enough to go into CWM than do factory reset and flash any stock rom. And do all this steps again.
Ok so after getting into Download Mode.
-Go ahead and Go to Odin (Check "auto-reboot", and uncheck all other options).
--In Odin check PDA and find the recovery.tar file that you downloaded.
Now Press Start (Check "auto-reboot", and uncheck all other options.)
When you are done Your screen will look like one below.
It should now reboot to recovery and delete cache and data. Then, it will boot.
I like this alot! Ill definantly save this page
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I like this alot! Ill definantly save this page
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appdroid said:
How to backup your current ROM????
Easy Way!
-Open ROM Manager.
--Tap Backup Current ROM.
---Leave the filename as the date or change it to whatever you want.
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Cannot have spaces in the file name though.
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I wish this kind of guide was around when I was a noob back in the captivate days I had to read for weeks before I learned how/decided to root. Great job!!!
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This is what happens when i wake up in middle of the night and don't have anything to do. I have problem with sleep once I wake up in middle of sleep its almost imposible for me to go back to sleep. Last night I was little sick so woke up and had idea about doing this long time ago but last night was the time dedicated to this work. On top of all this I had 8 hour of work. I just got of and about to pass out. Any way thought I would share my little story. This is only a little help from me to this great community. Thanks all and Enjoy11!!
Very well done. Did you pm jay harper and ask him to sticky this yet?
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I just pm'd mr harper and asked him to sticky it. I hope he does very informative, and well typed.
Looks good
Stuck like Chuck......
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Thank you. MR. Boss man SIR
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Thank you. MR. Boss man SIR
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Watch it
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Very well done. Did you pm jay harper and ask him to sticky this yet?
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I just pm'd mr harper and asked him to sticky it. I hope he does very informative, and well typed.
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Thank You. Seen Many thread about this stuff so thought I would write one for noobs. haha
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Looks good
Stuck like Chuck......
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Thank You Mr. BOSS MAN!!!!!!!!!
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Thank You Mr. BOSS MAN!!!!!!!!!
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Eeeeeeaaaaaaasssssssyyyyyy
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Not a N00B by any means (I have a N00B Guide too ). Anyways, I don't even own this phone, but will be rooting and tinkering with my friends Skyrocket tomorrow. In preparation I had a couple of questions, as most all other brand phones seem to be so different from my Motorola Atrix. Thanks in advance for your help.
- Ok root seems pretty straight forward, no issues here.
1) After I've rooted the phone, do I install CWM via ROM Manager? If yes, I'm assuming I choose Samsung AT&T GS2, or should I choose the T-Mobile version (don't know why I would since he's on AT&T)?
2) Have seen posts that ROM Manager both works and it doesn't... which is it? Should I only use it flash CWM, and boot into CWM (as a shortcut)? What's this about installing CWM via a kernel which has it baked in; how can I install a kernel without first booting into CWM?
3) So is the bootloader on this thing locked or unlocked? If it's locked, is there an unlock process yet; i.e. fastboot?
Thanks again for the help... like I said, not my phone, just helping a friend... info. ought to come in handy though when I move to a Samsung phone in the future; waiting on the SGS III.
1) After I've rooted the phone, do I install CWM via ROM Manager? If yes, I'm assuming I choose Samsung AT&T GS2, or should I choose the T-Mobile version (don't know why I would since he's on AT&T)?
Chose T-mobile Galaxy S2
2) Have seen posts that ROM Manager both works and it doesn't... which is it? Should I only use it flash CWM, and boot into CWM (as a shortcut)? What's this about installing CWM via a kernel which has it baked in; how can I install a kernel without first booting into CWM?
Well i don't know about kernel that has baked in it. All Kernels on Skyrocket are .zip files and can flash in CWM. And you can flash it through Rom manager.
3) So is the bootloader on this thing locked or unlocked? If it's locked, is there an unlock process yet; i.e. fastboot?
Sammy always has bootloader unlocked so its unlocked.
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Not a N00B by any means (I have a N00B Guide too ). Anyways, I don't even own this phone, but will be rooting and tinkering with my friends Skyrocket tomorrow. In preparation I had a couple of questions, as most all other brand phones seem to be so different from my Motorola Atrix. Thanks in advance for your help.
- Ok root seems pretty straight forward, no issues here.
Thanks again for the help... like I said, not my phone, just helping a friend... info. ought to come in handy though when I move to a Samsung phone in the future; waiting on the SGS III.
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1) After I've rooted the phone, do I install CWM via ROM Manager? If yes, I'm assuming I choose Samsung AT&T GS2, or should I choose the T-Mobile version (don't know why I would since he's on AT&T)?
Chose T-mobile Galaxy S2
2) Have seen posts that ROM Manager both works and it doesn't... which is it? Should I only use it flash CWM, and boot into CWM (as a shortcut)? What's this about installing CWM via a kernel which has it baked in; how can I install a kernel without first booting into CWM?
Well i don't know about kernel that has baked in it. All Kernels on Skyrocket are .zip files and can flash in CWM. And you can flash it through Rom manager.
3) So is the bootloader on this thing locked or unlocked? If it's locked, is there an unlock process yet; i.e. fastboot?
Sammy always has bootloader unlocked so its unlocked.
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Thanks for the quick reply... simple enough... just wanted to make sure.
This is the n00b thread... so I have a n00b question. What does SOD stand for?
**WARNING: BY ROOTING YOUR PHONE AND FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOUR WARRANTY WILL BE VOID. I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THIS OPERATION**
This guide is intended to prevent some adventurous new Galaxy S 4 owner from bricking their brand new phone
DO THIS BEFORE CONNECTING YOUR PHONE TO YOUR COMPUTER FOR THE FIRST TIME
This is also the future home of the collection of kernels, ROMs, Mods, etc that will be in development in the near future (hopefully).
Adam Outler and crew are currently trying to unlock the AT&T Galaxy S 4 bootloader. Please go to their thread and show their THANKS buttons some love.
HOWEVER, DO NOT POST IN THIS THREAD UNLESS YOU ARE CONTRIBUTING TO THEIR R&D!!
READ "The rules" IN THE OP
This method of root was exploited by djrbliss. Please visit the original thread and thank him by any means you see fit.
This is not done through download mode or recovery, so don't worry about any button combos. The phone just needs to powered on and running the way you would normally use it.
First things first. You should begin downloading the files you'll need later on.
Download the latest Samsung USB Drivers and the Root Exploit Executable
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Begin installing the Samsung USB Drivers.
It can appear that the installer program isn't doing anything for a while so just be patient.
When the motochopper.zip file finishes downloading
right-click on it and select Extract All...
I usually just leave it at the default location and click Extract
It should finish this fairly quickly. When it does finish, open the motochopper folder in the resulting window. You can now ignore this window until you need it later.
For the sake of efficient use of time, while the drivers are being installed and motochopper.zip is being extracted, you should turn your attention to the phone itself. It needs to be prepared for being connected to your computer for the first time.
USB debugging within Developer options needs to be enabled to use this exploit. There are some that would say that if you don't know how to do this, you shouldn't be in the development forums. To them I say, "Everyone had to learn from somewhere. WHY NOT HERE??" :laugh:
To enable Developer options, open Settings and click on the "More" tab, then "About device". Mine shows where Developer options will be after doing this.
Near the bottom is an entry called "Build number", click on it repeatedly (7 times) until a toast pops up telling you that developer mode is on.
Press the back softkey and click on "Developer options". If you don't see it, you didn't click the "Build number" enough times.
DO NOT CHANGE ANY ENTRIES IN THIS SECTION WITHOUT KNOWING WHAT THEY DO FIRST!!
Click on USB debugging
click OK on the "Allow USB debugging" window that pops up.
When the Samsung USB Drivers are finished installing, connect the phone to your computer using the USB cable that came with your phone. Windows Update should start looking for software for your phone immediately as indicated by the popup window that appears at the bottom-right of your screen when you have your phone connected to the computer. You can click on this window to watch it's progress, or simply wait for the next one telling you that your device is ready to use.
After you see this dialog, go back to the folder that opened when you extracted motochopper.zip and double-click on the file named run.bat
and click Run on the dialog window that pops up.
when the command line window appears, press enter to begin rooting your phone.
A dialog window will appear on your phone asking you for permission to let ADB execute commands. Click OK.
when the rooting process finishes, press enter to reboot the phone and close the command line window.
**YOUR PHONE IS NOW ROOTED AND YOU CAN USE APPS THAT REQUIRE ROOT**
reserving this post. Is the sharing feature on Google Docs not compatible with the IMG tag on this forum?
no offense but the OG thread does a good job of explaining it i dont see the need for this one? so im not sure what the intentions are?
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no offense but the OG thread does a good job of explaining it i dont see the need for this one? so im not sure what the intentions are?
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Agreed - except for "enabling Developer options and USB Debugging" which I thought might be good in the OP of the "real" thread (and frankly is not called out well in this OP), this doesn't seem to add anything.
No need to clutter the Development thread with guides, thats what General is for. I'm sure this will help someone but its still in the wrong section unless you have a kernel or rom to post.
Thread moved, post in accordance with XDA rules, thanks and enjoy the new phone.
I posted it here because this is where people trying to root their phone will look. Thanks for the kind words of encouragement. It makes the 6+ hours I spent on it all worth it, even after none of my screenshots showed for some reason.
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I posted it here because this is where people trying to root their phone will look. Thanks for the kind words of encouragement. It makes the 6+ hours I spent on it all worth it, even after none of my screenshots showed for some reason.
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dude 6 hours on a guide with screenshots? chillax we were just saying u went above and beyond to provide info that is simply already there... and people should look at all forums for a root method. also... no way this should take 6+ hours man dont trip
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dude 6 hours on a guide with screenshots? chillax we were just saying u went above and beyond to provide info that is simply already there... and people should look at all forums for a root method. also... no way this should take 6+ hours man dont trip
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Thanks for the clarification. This is my first guide and I had to figure things out as I went. Any idea why the pictures didn't work? I used the IMG tag.
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kevnuke said:
Thanks for the clarification. This is my first guide and I had to figure things out as I went. Any idea why the pictures didn't work? I used the IMG tag.
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your images didnt show because you used Google to share them, you need the direct image URL and google wont give you that. Try image shack or something like that. its what i use when hosting images.
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your images didnt show because you used Google to share them, you need the direct image URL and google wont give you that. Try image shack or something like that. its what i use when hosting images.
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Thanks I'll fix it tomorrow after work.
EDIT: Links updated last night.
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Good evening,
I have been trying to room my AT&T i337 for 3 days now and have failed every time. I have enabled developer but NEVER get the popup on my phone to approve ADB connection. The motochopper script fails each time. Is there something I am missing? This is getting to be a problem because I need to be able to run WIFI Tether for work.... Help!
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Good evening,
I have been trying to room my AT&T i337 for 3 days now and have failed every time. I have enabled developer but NEVER get the popup on my phone to approve ADB connection. The motochopper script fails each time. Is there something I am missing? This is getting to be a problem because I need to be able to run WIFI Tether for work.... Help!
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Are you using a new or known good cable? Try re downlooading the zip.
Make sure you extracted the zip. Remove and reinstall device drivers.
Have you tried foxfi in the playstore?
I'm not rooted and it works for me?
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Well... Yes, I have tried them all, and some.
sptrsn said:
Are you using a new or known good cable? Try re downlooading the zip.
Make sure you extracted the zip. Remove and reinstall device drivers.
Have you tried foxfi in the playstore?
I'm not rooted and it works for me?
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Thank you for the fast response. I am using the USB that came with the phone. I have tried multiple USB ports on my computer and have gotten the Motochopper file from 3 different locations. I have downloaded the USB driver from Samsung twice and installed. I even tried 2 different computers. I am at wits end....
I wrote Foxfi to see if this phone is compatible and hope they respond shortly.
Thanks,
Fred
Fixed missing ADB connection
Wow, I seemed to have fixed the problem myself by chance. I executed the adb.exe file in the Motochopper folder as a stand alone (a few times in fact) and the next time I connected my phone I got the pop-up to accept and was able to root it! In all the posts I have read, not once has anyone mentioned this. Wow, rooted at last! Thanks! :laugh:
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Wow, I seemed to have fixed the problem myself by chance. I executed the adb.exe file in the Motochopper folder as a stand alone (a few times in fact) and the next time I connected my phone I got the pop-up to accept and was able to root it! In all the posts I have read, not once has anyone mentioned this. Wow, rooted at last! Thanks! :laugh:
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In the attempts before that, did the command line window even open when you tried to run the batch file?
EDIT: Typo
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Something that neither root guide mentions in the OP is that you might also need to disable "Verify apps via USB." It was disabled the first time I rooted, but it was enabled after I did a factory reset and rooted again. If root is failing, see if that option is checked and uncheck it if it is.
Can't attach or post a link, yet, or I'd include a an actual link to a screenshot. URL here: i.imgur.com/Ord8xxj.png
fsimmler said:
Wow, I seemed to have fixed the problem myself by chance. I executed the adb.exe file in the Motochopper folder as a stand alone (a few times in fact) and the next time I connected my phone I got the pop-up to accept and was able to root it! In all the posts I have read, not once has anyone mentioned this. Wow, rooted at last! Thanks! :laugh:
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now that you are rooted...what is your next move? just out of curiosity.
TheAxman said:
now that you are rooted...what is your next move? just out of curiosity.
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People usually install Titanium Backup next and use it to remove bloatware.
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kevnuke said:
Thanks for the clarification. This is my first guide and I had to figure things out as I went. Any idea why the pictures didn't work? I used the IMG tag.
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succesfully
you can unlock in MF3 OTA firmware!! I did it!!
you CAN get the service menu!! I did it.
heres how.
ok so I bought my phone, att galaxy s4 i337, came with mdb or mdl im not sure really..........
I went to take off sha 256 to 0 and it was set like that from shipping...
ok so I didn't read the instructions well and I thought it was already unlocked (I didn't get the other sim card yet to test out the lock).
so OTA MF3 pushed out to me.
I rooted with the pwn sim card hack. worked in MF3 like a charm! a supers. now I have root in MF3.
locked bootloader? NO WORRIES!!!
so my other sim card comes and it isn't unlocked!!!!! @#@$#@
what to do now?
I found a utility on the google play called "Samsung service mode". yep the T-Mobile guys know the file system trick for syste.hiddenmenu=1. its in the file system........ so apparently im lazy and this app does it for you goto the t mobile section to see how to do it in the file system and apk hack.
but it works!!
I NOW HAVE SERVICE MENU BACK IN MF3 OTA!!!!!
ok now that I did that, I went to try to unlock it again.
I still have the sha256=0.
so I did the NV rebuild with the gold backup.
IT WORKED!!
popped in my other sim, and no unlock screen!!!
sooooooooooo a little more options for everyone complaining on no service menu in MF3.
CAUSE THERE IS!!! its a file system hack or run the application.
I hope this helps someone!!
thanks
-goodshepherd33
I tried everything on MDL but it dosent work
Zero One said:
I tried everything on MDL but it dosent work
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It's for MF3.... not MDL...
Would be a lot helpful if you had the link also.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2283068
Here's the Samsung service mode app on GPS
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.amoopa.samservicemode
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337
tmobile
thanks for posting the links.
I haven't tried the manual method instead of the service mode app.
however the post is in the t mobile section
u can do a search for "hiddenmenu" or "hidden menu" and u should find the file mods instead of buying the app.
so that is a free option
perhaps someone can code it into a free app here?
any takers?
tnx
Well for my factory MF3 it didn't work, or probably I didn't do it correctly.... You should make a little tutorial on how to use this app combined with the unlock method under service menu.. In my case had to order the code..
just
CyberManiaK said:
Well for my factory MF3 it didn't work, or probably I didn't do it correctly.... You should make a little tutorial on how to use this app combined with the unlock method under service menu.. In my case had to order the code..
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when u run the service mode program, u have to click on "US phone only, show hidden menu"
after that, u can goto " *#27663368blahblah" from the program
and your menu appears!!!
the program doesn't ask for root.
(which I do have).
hope that helps!
good_shepherd33 said:
when u run the service mode program, u have to click on "US phone only, show hidden menu"
after that, u can goto " *#27663368blahblah" from the program
and your menu appears!!!
the program doesn't ask for root.
(which I do have).
hope that helps!
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Yeah I follow those steps. but when I go to select [6] NETWORK LOCK my screen shows this.
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And when tap PERSO_256 info I go to this one..
Then I tap SHA256_ENABLED_FLAG[1] and returns me exactly to the Main Menu again.. So I can't continue to step 7 and so on....
great! service menu in MF3 works!
ok great! so u can get to the menu.....
the nv rebuild is accessible...
however yes you cant flip the sha256 flags, that is missing in the menu.
for people who have it off already, then u can just do an NV rebuild to the gold image
(that's what I did!!!)
so that's how I unlocked in MF3 OTA
but yes getting the service menu back works now, as u have verified.
there may be another way to turn the sha256 menu's back on.
we need someone to check it out further.
but we are closer.
hackable
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=42037142&postcount=12
ok so that's the previous thread on the hiddenmenu.apk.
im assuming that's what "Samsung service mode" application is using / editing, a system variable to use this apk.
all the other threads refer to hiddenmenu.apk.
sooo all we need is a replacement hiddenmen.apk to reenable the sha256 functionality.
why?
look in the code. it was decompiled.
the menu is in the code.
can we replace the new hiddenmenu.apk with the old one from MDL and get the option to enable / disable sha256?
I think its doable and easy.
anyone have the skills enough to try?
this would be a good hack to do for MF3 OTA.
Thanks good_shepherd33 for figuring this out. I had been searching for a method to SIM unlock my phone and finally using "samsung service mode" program, followed by the NV Rebuild steps mentioned above unlocked my phone.
Note that I already had the code from AT&T but it was not working. Also note that to date, I had tried the code more than 5 times. But minutes ago, I bought the service mode program, and in the service menu sha256 was already off (0). Then I did NV rebuild as described in the above link, and inserted the foreign SIM card, again asked for the network key, but this time when I enter the code AT&T game me, it accepted, and the foreign SIM card worked.
nsical
great
nsical said:
Thanks good_shepherd33 for figuring this out. I had been searching for a method to SIM unlock my phone and finally using "samsung service mode" program, followed by the NV Rebuild steps mentioned above unlocked my phone.
Note that I already had the code from AT&T but it was not working. Also note that to date, I had tried the code more than 5 times. But minutes ago, I bought the service mode program, and in the service menu sha256 was already off (0). Then I did NV rebuild as described in the above link, and inserted the foreign SIM card, again asked for the network key, but this time when I enter the code AT&T game me, it accepted, and the foreign SIM card worked.
nsical
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great!! so yah theres people who are at MF3 with sha256=0, and can still unlock
good to know
tnx
Anybody have the link to the ServiceMode APK?
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Anybody have the link to the ServiceMode APK?
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I got the ServiceMenu APK, ran the app, said to show hidden menu and then enable hidden menu, both of these options do NOTHING on my phone SGH-I337
Patched?
Installed the app, but the US phone only buttons do nothing. On MF3. The other buttons work, but I cannot get into the proper menus. Ideas?
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4
try
if the app doesn't work for you, then try the manual method posted in the tmobile section.
I think the app only works on US phones....(as the menu item says).
the manual method may work on all phones, I don't know I haven't tried the manual service menu enable method.
good_shepherd33 said:
if the app doesn't work for you, then try the manual method posted in the tmobile section.
I think the app only works on US phones....(as the menu item says).
the manual method may work on all phones, I don't know I haven't tried the manual service menu enable method.
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I wish I knew how to set the flag to 0
Im on mf3 att i337
flah
13lack13ox said:
I wish I knew how to set the flag to 0
Im on mf3 att i337
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if ur flag is set to 1
then u just use an unlock code
u cant use an unlock code when its set to zero apparently.
so $10 for it.... still worth it.
Eh sorry man, but 10 dollars is 10 dollars. unlocking should be free IMO anyways. This isnt even my phone lol im just messing with it for a friend. Thought unlocking it would of been a bonus. But it seems I don't have all the SHA256 options listed in the steps, Thats all i need is a way to flip this flag to ZERO, then complete the rest of the procedure.
Right now out of boredom, because it seems we do not have unlocked bootloader been decompiling the apk's to see if there is something they might off quoted out or took out all together to make these options not visible. Nothing has stood out to me yet.
OR even something liek this that I could run in terminal to flip the flag or bring it the menu with all the options.
Code:
am broadcast -a android.provider.Telephony.SECRET_CODE -d android_secret_code://1111
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1687249
cool link
13lack13ox said:
Eh sorry man, but 10 dollars is 10 dollars. unlocking should be free IMO anyways. This isnt even my phone lol im just messing with it for a friend. Thought unlocking it would of been a bonus. But it seems I don't have all the SHA256 options listed in the steps, Thats all i need is a way to flip this flag to ZERO, then complete the rest of the procedure.
Right now out of boredom, because it seems we do not have unlocked bootloader been decompiling the apk's to see if there is something they might off quoted out or took out all together to make these options not visible. Nothing has stood out to me yet.
OR even something liek this that I could run in terminal to flip the flag or bring it the menu with all the options.
Code:
am broadcast -a android.provider.Telephony.SECRET_CODE -d android_secret_code://1111
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1687249
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cool thread !!!
hmm we need that to happen for MF3 hahaha.
but I hear theres another OTA coming out soon?
hmmmm
ill wait for it to go around, and turn on my OTA updates if the SHA256 menu items get added back into that OTA.
I don't see the option to restore the gold image. It says no store image available. Does anyone have any idea?
Below, not only will you find step by step instructions on how to root your device but also a FAQ section in post #2 that will guide you through the problems most of us encountered in the beginning. It is highly recommended that you read through all of it. Basic knowledge of ADB is required and if you don't have it then you should definitely read the FAQ section for ADB set up. Make sure you have all the files downloaded.
Update 10/25/2016: Attached at the end of this thread is a modified debloat script for knox removal and a few other apps. This will make your root experience a heck of a lot smoother than before. Just flash the zip using FlashFire without changing any settings. You may notice a reboot or two. There are few bloatware apps that will still be there (amazon shopping, amazon videos, amazon photos, etc) that you'll have to remove manually. Happy flashing and don't forget to hit that Thanks button down below!
Disclaimer:
This root method is NOT for beginners. It is NOT easy. If you don't get it then DON'T do it. Especially if you're worried about voiding the warranty and blah blah blah. Simply put, don't do it if you don't have the slightest idea of what you're doing. I'm tired of complaints. This guide is not for the faint of heart. Do this at your own risk!
Package Disabler Pro is required to get this rooting method working. Yes, it costs money ($.99) but it's the way I acheived this work around at the moment.
Be prepared to lose data (LTE) connection but don't be scared as it's an easy fix.
Make sure you don't have Secure startup set up before you start the process. Having this set up causes issues.
Must have ADB set up and installed system-wide.
This root method should be used with PE1 firmware for both the GS7 and the GS7 Edge. Although this root method might work with the latest firmware, users have been reporting issues dealing with APN's on the newest update. Look at post 2 FAQ's returning to stock for flashing PE1 firmware through Odin.
Do not update to PJ2 if you want to keep service with your root. Phone calls and text messages won't come through after rooting on PJ2.
Files you will need:
Odin by Princecomsy: http://www.filedropper.com/princecomsyodin
G935A: http://www.filedropper.com/samsungg935xqcrootedboot (S7 Edge)
G930A: http://d-h.st/o3hm (S7)
SuperSU: https://download.chainfire.eu/970/SuperSU/SuperSU-v2.76-S7QC.zip
Click on the BLUE "download" links. Extract everything into a folder easy to locate.
Here we go:
After downloading and getting set up Package Disabler Pro, you'll need to disable the following three packages:
samsung dm phone interface
samsung dm service
securityLogAgent.
Use the search box to easily find these packages.
Power off your device and boot into download/bootloader mode by pressing and holding the volume down, home, and the power button. Press volume up to get into bootloader.
Open PrinceComsy odin and flash the engineer boot.img by clicking AP and navigating to the file for your model. Click start and your device should reboot by itself.
Enable developer options by going to Settings>About Device and tapping Build Number till it shows Developer mode has been turned on. You will now have Developer options under the settings menu.
Enable USB debugging in the Developer options settings.
Extract the SuperSU zip and run the root.bat file. Your phone will reboot if the script is successfully ran.
Next, we'll get LTE data back:
Method A: BuildProp Editor (easiest method)
Open Build.Prop with BuildProp Editor and change the following settings:
ro.cdma.default_numeric=310000 to 310120
ro.cdma.default_alpha=Chameleon to Sprint
ro.build.characteristics=Chameleon to Sprint
Make sure you grant root permissions when it asks. You may have to try this twice. Reboot and LTE should stick.
Method B: Manual activation (also if you're not able to make any calls)
Enable the three packages disabled in step 1. Go into the phone dialer and type in ##72786# and your phone should reboot and begin the activation process. After the 5th retry, it will manually activate itself. It should say "writing to device". Don't click done yet. Press the home button and disable the three packages once again. Reboot.
Alternatively, after renabling the three packages and dialing ##72786#, you can go into Settings>Activate this device and manually try to activate it yourself. It still must say "writing to device". Don't click done. Disable the packages once again. Reboot. Voice and LTE should stick.
Download S7_or_S7Edge_Fixes_V15.zip to your internal or external storage and install install FlashFire from the playstore.
Open FlashFire and let it acquire root access. Click the + button at the bottom right corner then click on Flash ZIP or OTA. Navigate and select the S7_or_S7Edge_Fixes_V15.zip. file. Leave the options alone and click the check in the top right. Scroll down to the bottom and click flash. Your phone will reboot and flash the zip. This can take a while.
Go to Settings>Lock screen and security>Other security settings>Security policy updates and turn off "Automatic updates" and "Wi-Fi only". Reboot. This seems to be the culprit of the 7 day soft brick.
Open back up Package Disabler Pro and search for "software update". Disable both packages (com.sec.android.soagent and com.wssyncmldm)
Enjoy your rooted device with minimal to almost no lag.
???
Profit.
As always, be sure to donate to the people who actually helped achieved root: @Princecosmy, @br3w3r, and @Chainfire
For the bounty donate to [email protected] PayPal
Shout out to @psouza4, @izzibew26, @mhill1986, @LeftyGR, @Soooperstar, and to all of you who are contributing in making this root method easier everyday. Thanks for the feedback.
Originally, it started getting interesting at post #185:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s7/how-to/bounty-att-s7-root-exploit-t3341274/page4
I'm also keeping track of the Sprint Galaxy S7 (SM-G930P) version:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-galaxy-s7/how-to/sm-g930p-root-t3410604
FAQ's:
My WiFi credentials keep on getting erased after a reboot. What gives?
A: This seems to be an issue across all the QC S7 variants. Here's what I did to fix it. Download BuildProp Editor and change: ro.securestorage.support=true to ro.securestorage.support=false
Credit goes out to: @guaneet for this fix
Can I install Xposed?
A: Yep. Here's how to do it:
fnztakedown said:
Alright. Here is a DB link of the two files I had installed to get xposed working. To flash this you will need flashfire.
Process is simple. Download both files and install the apk.
Open flashfire> select flash new file> find the xposed zip, flash. Give it a solid 5-7 minutes during boot up.
Ensure you do not have any major packages disabled and ensure you have BACKED UP YOUR ROM VIA FLASHFIRE. Please be aware, this was successful for me on the 935T and I do have random reboots at time. I cannot confirm this is the cause yet. I would also suggest finding the uninstall zip in the event you have issues you can flashfire back.
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I'm having issues with ADB. Any help?
A: Easiest way to install ADB and its subsequent drivers would be to get it from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979
It's SO easy to install and it takes most if not all of the hassle out of it.
Credit to @Snoop05 for this easy ADB installer.
How do I enable USB debugging?
A: Go to Settings>About device and tap Build number until it shows Developer options has been enabled.
I'm stuck on the LTE splash screen. What do I do?
A: Press and hold the Volume Down + Power button down until your phone restarts. If you keep on getting stuck at the LTE splash screen you may have to factory reset your device. As soon as your phone restart quickly press the volume up + home + power button and let it boot into recovery. Wipe data/factory reset and cache partition.
I'd like to unroot and return to factory stock. How would I go about this?
A: Head on over to @psouza4's post HERE and follow his steps in the return to stock section. The steps are easy and he's posted mostly all the firmware.
[*]Does this method trip Knox?
A: No, it doesn't. And flashing back to stock will allow Knox to work again, as long as you didn't flash files from other sources (there are some that will trip Knox, so be careful).
[*]Does Samsung Pay work?
A: No, sorry. They can detect the rooted boot environment through a driver, so you can't even hide root from the app using RootCloak.
[*]Does Android Pay work?
A: It does, but you have to make a change that disables root and then reboot your phone. You can toggle this back/forth without flashing, but you either get root or Android Pay at any one time.
[*]What happens if I brick my phone?
A: As long as there are stock images to flash back to, it's almost impossible to do this no matter how badly the process goes. Check that we have stock images; if we do, then we can always flash them over the device using the unroot method in this guide. That practically guarantees a return-to-stock experience for a phone as long as it doesn't have any serious physical damage preventing it from powering on.
[*]I installed the ADB system-wide on my Windows computer/laptop, but I see "'adb' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file".
A: Your user profile path can't contain a space. That means if your Windows user is 'Somebody Nice' and thus your Windows user path is 'C:\Users\Somebody Nice', the install will fail. You can create another user on your computer (if prompted for a Microsoft login, choose to make only a local account) and enter a short, single-word name for your user. Sign into and use that user profile instead. Also, the path where you extract the SuperSU package can't contain a space, so try extracting them to somewhere simple like perhaps C:\S7Root.
More answers to FAQ's to come.
PF2 will not activate for me.
mrboost said:
PF2 will not activate for me.
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Like to make calls and what not? Try going into the dialer and type ##72786#
I sure miss root. I read Samsung will be releasing factory unlocked phones that support all US Carriers however that doesn't necessarily the bootloader will be unlocked.
Awesome. Cant wait.
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mrboost said:
PF2 will not activate for me.
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Got mine finally activated by going through the system settings and clicking "Activate Device". Alternatively, after the 5th retry, this will automatically happen.
any update on what does and doesnt work? i have a PF2 s7 edge and im anxious to use this but wont if it breaks my samsung pay or gear 2 usability
rhyme187 said:
any update on what does and doesnt work? i have a PF2 s7 edge and im anxious to use this but wont if it breaks my samsung pay or gear 2 usability
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Breaks Sam Pay. Root will always break it.
LeftyGR said:
Breaks Sam Pay. Root will always break it.
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This is correct.
Sorry, I've been away and just got back to my computer. So far it seems that I am having issues activating the device after flashing the engineer boot.img through odin. It seems that after the 5th retry it will activate and write to device but will then restart and the whole activation process will start back over. I'm trying to see if I can use disabler pro to stop the reactivation process and I'll see where it goes from there.
My S7 is unlocked and with the activation problem, I feel I already know the answer, shouldn't affect me, right?
Since it's a matter of punching in APN info
TehPirate_ said:
My S7 is unlocked and with the activation problem, I feel I already know the answer, shouldn't affect me, right?
Since it's a matter of punching in APN info
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Try it and let us know. And if it works, let us know the APN info would you?
I figured it was something to do with the APN info too but when I hit up my friend about the APN info (who isn't rooted) he told me the information was grayed out so I couldn't get a hold of the info.
My S7 edge SM-G935v is working great But running very HOT!!! Any Fixes?
colormedroid said:
Try it and let us know. And if it works, let us know the APN info would you?
I figured it was something to do with the APN info too but when I hit up my friend about the APN info (who isn't rooted) he told me the information was grayed out so I couldn't get a hold of the info.
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Well the APN info would be for Cricket. Wouldn't be relevant.
melona380 said:
My S7 edge SM-G935v is working great But running very HOT!!! Any Fixes?
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Unfortunately no, I only have the G935P and mine does not run hot after doing the above mentioned. Good luck to you and let us know if you figure anything out.
TehPirate_ said:
Well the APN info would be for Cricket. Wouldn't be relevant.
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True! Thanks anyways! I was just hoping that ppl wouldn't have to spend money on package disable pro and it thus it would be a free solution.
Still getting reboots. It connects to LTE and does fine for a few minutes. Then it'll reboot randomly. I disabled the DM service as suggested. I also disabled System Update and Software Update. Thoughts?
EDIT: Also, it says Samsung in the top left corner and not Sprint. Just an observation.
sirslipzalot said:
Still getting reboots. It connects to LTE and does fine for a few minutes. Then it'll reboot randomly. I disabled the DM service as suggested. I also disabled System Update and Software Update. Thoughts?
EDIT: Also, it says Samsung in the top left corner and not Sprint. Just an observation.
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What software version are you on? Did you disable the DM service AFTER your phone was activated? And just to make sure, your phone is the Sprint version?
colormedroid said:
What software version are you on? Did you disable the DM service AFTER your phone was activated? And just to make sure, your phone is the Sprint version?
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I'm on PD3. I did disable DM AFTER activation. And yes, I'm on the G935P.
sirslipzalot said:
I'm on PD3. I did disable DM AFTER activation. And yes, I'm on the G935P.
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Hmm.... I had issues with it rebooting on me randomly too at the beginning. It wasn't until I got home and after a few wipes that I didn't notice it afterwards. Might want to try a wipe or two and try it again.
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[ORIGINAL POST]Obviously, yes, the gabb phone is meant for little kids and such for their first phone. However, it definitely is running android, and probably could be tampered with. If you're wondering what I really need, I mostly talk to people using discord.
Here's what I've tried so far. There is no way (from the file manager) to install .apk files. All it does is tell me that there's no app to open the file with. I have also tried to head over to the bootloader, by holding down the power button and volume down button. I'm fine with no social media, but there is wifi on it, so I was assuming if I could find a way to just get an apk on there, then it would work fine. Also, with the new update, you can see more folders of the phone instead of the standard, PTP thing.
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I can't enable developer settings or anything like that. Looks like they've done a good job locking it down.
If anyone has ANY idea at all of how to install apps of any kind on this, please reply.
YOO NIKKO IDK HOW I FOUND U BUT I DID LMAO. I WAS GOOGLING HOW TO INSTALL LIKE APPS ON THAT PHONE JUST IN CASE I GET IT FOR MY FIRST PHONE AND THIS POPPED UP LMAOOOOO
Well if you are reading this, look up how to watch youtube on gabb phone tutorial to learn how to transfer files. If you download an apk on computer, go to computer, press show in folder after downloading apk, copy the file, plug in the charging cord to the gabb and a pc usb, and press this pc in your files, gabb phone, downloads, and paste it. If you go into my files on your gabb, you can go to it but there is no package installer, and if you could download a software or something similar to a package installer, than you could download any app.
It says no app to run this
Nikο said:
Obviously, yes, the gabb phone is meant for little kids and such for their first phone. However, it definitely is running android, and probably could be tampered with. If you're wondering what I really need, I mostly talk to people using discord.
Here's what I've tried so far. There is no way (from the file manager) to install .apk files. All it does is tell me that there's no app to open the file with. I have also tried to head over to the bootloader, by holding down the power button and volume down button. I'm fine with no social media, but there is wifi on it, so I was assuming if I could find a way to just get an apk on there, then it would work fine. Also, with the new update, you can see more folders of the phone instead of the standard, PTP thing.View attachment 5158557I can't enable developer settings or anything like that. Looks like they've done a good job locking it down.
If anyone has ANY idea at all of how to install apps of any kind on this, please reply.
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Maybe if you could run an emulator or jailbreak the gabb phone. Maybe if you could transfer a apk installer file from your computer. Maybe through downloading some app or game on an sd card on a different phone and then putting the sd card in the gabb phone. Maybe you could download android software and transfer it to the phone. If you could run an android emulator that would be the best option.
Iqlessmemes said:
Maybe if you could run an emulator or jailbreak the gabb phone. Maybe if you could transfer a apk installer file from your computer. Maybe through downloading some app or game on an sd card on a different phone and then putting the sd card in the gabb phone. Maybe you could download android software and transfer it to the phone. If you could run an android emulator that would be the best option.
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how do you do that?
So, I have figured out how to access recovery mode. But you are not able to access the bootloader from there, although you can update from an sd card or adb debugging if u know-how.
Caden.exe said:
YOO NIKKO IDK HOW I FOUND U BUT I DID LMAO. I WAS GOOGLING HOW TO INSTALL LIKE APPS ON THAT PHONE JUST IN CASE I GET IT FOR MY FIRST PHONE AND THIS POPPED UP LMAOOOOO
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PLEASE HELP ME I NEED TO KNOW MY DUDE
I found a file in android known as .nomedia it might have something to do with it.
You may be right, because The use of naming a file NOMEDIA is to keep the device from scanning that particular folder. Apps sometimes hide ads in that folder so they don't get deleted. So gabb may be hiding crucial files in that folder, although you will need an external app to manage NOMEDIA utilities. such as studiokuma.
I have noticed that when you hard reset your gabb phone it will show make you agree to the terms of service. if you click read terms of service it will take you to a the ZTE page, but upon closer inspection it is in a web browser, where you can acces youtube, instagram, etc.. BUTTTT you cannot login to your google play account because the keyboard is disabled.
Just wondering if anyone has made progress on this? I have tried almost everything at this point
Tried unlocking bootloader from fastboot (I get `Unlock failed` errors on the device side. Something about it be not allowed?)
Right now my goal is to get USB debugging enabled and go from there
I have basically tapped every setting at least 100 times and still no debug mode
You all are going to laugh at me but I contacted Gabb claiming my son (me) has figured out how to download apps onto the Gabb phone and the assistant lady was all supprised and was like can you send me a picture and so I was like my son is not letting me. Anyways she said she was going to escalate it with her supervisor so like that I know how to do it. Once I know how you all will be the second peoples to know!
bartd990 said:
You all are going to laugh at me but I contacted Gabb claiming my son (me) has figured out how to download apps onto the Gabb phone and the assistant lady was all supprised and was like can you send me a picture and so I was like my son is not letting me. Anyways she said she was going to escalate it with her supervisor so like that I know how to do it. Once I know how you all will be the second peoples to know!
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Can someone create a phone edited image of it so I can get an answer?
bartd990 said:
Can someone create a phone edited image of it so I can get an answer?
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enjoy
herosilas12 said:
enjoy
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Thanks so much! Waiting for a responce now
bookreader164 said:
So, I have figured out how to access recovery mode. But you are not able to access the bootloader from there, although you can update from an sd card or adb debugging if u know-how.
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I am currently stuck around this part as well. I was able to reboot into recovery mode by holding the power and volume up button till the screen starts up. I attempted using adb debugging's install command (can be found here), but I ran into a "server client error", notifying me that the server client versions don't match up. I have no idea what that means. I will need to do some further research, but this is what I have so far to contribute to our "noble" cause.
P.S. I forgot to take screenshots of the errors (my bad), but I'll do some research on adb then try again and share the errors (hopefully no errors).
kilijan853 said:
I am currently stuck around this part as well. I was able to reboot into recovery mode by holding the power and volume up button till the screen starts up. I attempted using adb debugging's install command (can be found here), but I ran into a "server client error", notifying me that the server client versions don't match up. I have no idea what that means. I will need to do some further research, but this is what I have so far to contribute to our "noble" cause.
P.S. I forgot to take screenshots of the errors (my bad), but I'll do some research on adb then try again and share the errors (hopefully no errors).
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Did you get it into proper ADB mode or just ADB sideload mode?
I have a stock FW image that I could maybe patch to have USB debugging enabled
Only issue is I can't flash it because the bootloader is locked
DMikesell12 said:
I found a file in android known as .nomedia it might have something to do with it.
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Hi,
The .nomeadia file is a config file that allows you to hide/show gallery albums. It in no way is connected to the topic.
Cheers!
herosilas12 said:
Just wondering if anyone has made progress on this? I have tried almost everything at this point
Tried unlocking bootloader from fastboot (I get `Unlock failed` errors on the device side. Something about it be not allowed?)
Right now my goal is to get USB debugging enabled and go from there
I have basically tapped every setting at least 100 times and still no debug mode
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How did you get the "Unlock failed" error?
The only options are:
1. Reboot System Now
2. Enter Recovery
3. Reboot to bootloader
4. Power off