Boost Mobile Moto G Questions - Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

1) I'm aware of the Verizon version of the Moto G being a ***** to root but what about the Boost Mobile version? Does anyone know if that Towelroot app can root it? I have a Macbook so I'm kinda screwed if it can't.
2) I also read some comment about an app being able to unlock bootloaders somewhere. Can anyone confirm if this works on the Boost Mobile Moto G? It doesn't matter to me personally but it may to anyone who stumbles across this post. Also, what is that app called? I only want to use it as a wifi only device, which leads me to my next question.
3) CAN it be used as a wifi only device? I know with the Verizon one it "requires" activation but you can easily bypass it. Does that same method to bypass it work with the Boost Mobile version?
4) Say I do root the Boost Mobile Moto G. If I uninstalled Activation.apk (or whatever it is on the Moto G. It was that on my currently deceased Galaxy Victory 4G LTE), would that make me have to only bypass activation that first time (barring it doesn't "have to" be activated)? If I ever did want to activate it I'd just flash the stock rom, which leads to another question.
5) Does it have to be unlocked to install a custom recovery? If that app doesn't unlock it I'm kinda screwed there too again for just me having a Macbook. Well not immediately screwed but in the future. Kitkat is fine for now but we all know things aren't good enough when things get better in the future.
6) Currently what is the highest android version the Boost Mobile Moto G can update to? I *think* 4.4.2 but I don't know. Is it stable enough for daily use like wifi working fine and things like that? Also, I saw somewhere the Boost Mobile Moto G is getting Android L can anyone confirm that?
7) The least important question but does anyone know if Perk TV runs smoothly on it? Perk TV has these issues about only running smoothly on some Android devices and roms. It ran perfect on my Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 on 4.1.2 but it literally can't run 5 minutes on a 4.2.2 rom that I found on it...
*Note* Whoever sees this doesn't have to answer every question, just what you know would be much appreciated. I want to know a lot because I see it on Amazon for only $79.99 and it seems like a steal

I'll keep it TL;DR.
1. Yes. Boost Mobile one can be root and bootloader can be unlockable, etc. Search Moto G forums how to do it...
2. ^ Go here https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a
3. YES. Don't need to be on service.
4. ^ No need to uninstall any apk to use as Wi-Fi only.
5. Yes. Re-read 1,2. Unlocked to install custom recovery, etc.
6. Idk.... No need?
7. Idk.... No need?
8. 4.4.2 for Slow Boost Mobile Update (JK). Android 4.4.4 for Boost Mobile flashed to Verizon (Optional, You can flash service to Page Plus, too. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2681166). Android 4.4.4 for the Verizon Moto G version.
9. Idk... Don't use that.
Post should be in 'Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting'. I Owned the Boost Mobile Moto G, flashed to Verizon Android 4.4.4, using Page Plus for service (It's cheap plans for people like me, whom don't talk much). Kthnxbi.

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XDA Dark said:
I'll keep it TL;DR.
1. Yes. Boost Mobile one can be root and bootloader can be unlockable, etc. Search Moto G forums how to do it...
2. ^ Go here https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a
3. YES. Don't need to be on service.
4. ^ No need to uninstall any apk to use as Wi-Fi only.
5. Yes. Re-read 1,2. Unlocked to install custom recovery, etc.
6. Idk.... No need?
7. Idk.... No need?
8. 4.4.2 for Slow Boost Mobile Update (JK). Android 4.4.4 for Boost Mobile flashed to Verizon. Android 4.4.4 for the Verizon Moto G version.
9. Idk... Don't use that.
Post should be in 'Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting'. Kthnxbi.
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1) Thanks for confirming it can be rooted but I'm still wondering about if it can with Towelroot. I will search around on the forums about it but from what I've seen in the past most android things like rooting and custom recovery can only be done on Windows, not Macbook.
2) Thanks for the link. Motorolla actually helping you unlock your device is great. I guess no need to try that app.
3 and 4) Thank God it can be wifi only from default. That alone makes it worth the $10 more it costs on Amazon for the Verizon one and root is great too.
5) I thought it had to be unlocked for custom recovery but I've never had a sim card phone so I wasn't exactly sure.
6 and 7) I sound so stupid. I forgot Odin and Odin 3 is only for Samsung...
8) Well is there a big difference between 4.4.2 and 4.4.4? I've never flashed a device to a different carrier but I could try here if/when I get the Boost Mobile Moto G.
9) Many don't so I don't an answer for that question from anyone.

DHeavy2011 said:
1) Thanks for confirming it can be rooted but I'm still wondering about if it can with Towelroot. I will search around on the forums about it but from what I've seen in the past most android things like rooting and custom recovery can only be done on Windows, not Macbook.
2) Thanks for the link. Motorolla actually helping you unlock your device is great. I guess no need to try that app.
3 and 4) Thank God it can be wifi only from default. That alone makes it worth the $10 more it costs on Amazon for the Verizon one and root is great too.
5) I thought it had to be unlocked for custom recovery but I've never had a sim card phone so I wasn't exactly sure.
6 and 7) I sound so stupid. I forgot Odin and Odin 3 is only for Samsung...
8) Well is there a big difference between 4.4.2 and 4.4.4? I've never flashed a device to a different carrier but I could try here if/when I get the Boost Mobile Moto G.
9) Many don't so I don't an answer for that question from anyone.
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I can confirm towelroot dose not work on this boost Mobile device. Tried it, and it just reboots and do sent root it. Just a tip. If you are going yo buy this phone get s otg drive from eBay. Most are like $20. There is no SD card support. 4.4.2 is the highest bit email Ed boost when we are going to get 4.4.4. I'll update you on that later but other than that, the user above answer Ed your questions. I'm a moto g user do yeah he's right.

Awesomeslayerg said:
I can confirm towelroot dose not work on this boost Mobile device. Tried it, and it just reboots and do sent root it. Just a tip. If you are going yo buy this phone get s otg drive from eBay. Most are like $20. There is no SD card support. 4.4.2 is the highest bit email Ed boost when we are going to get 4.4.4. I'll update you on that later but other than that, the user above answer Ed your questions. I'm a moto g user do yeah he's right.
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Damn then I really don't know how I'm going to root it... Do you know if framaroot works on it? I looked at a rooting guide for it and it says it's for Windows so if no app can root it then I don't know what I'm going to do regarding that. I guess I'll do a lot of Googling. I am guessing there's a program to flash custom recovery for Motorolla phones like Odin for Samsung. I've never had a Motorolla phone so I really don't know much about any of this stuff yet. I'll start tomorrow. I need to go back to sleep. I never even heard of an otg drive until your post. I actually saw a 16GB one on Amazon for about $8.50. I'm guessing you can put an sd card into it? And if you can do the files on it show in Root Browser and other similar apps like it does for a built in sd card slot?
I have so much to learn...

DHeavy2011 said:
Damn then I really don't know how I'm going to root it... Do you know if framaroot works on it? I looked at a rooting guide for it and it says it's for Windows so if no app can root it then I don't know what I'm going to do regarding that. I guess I'll do a lot of Googling. I am guessing there's a program to flash custom recovery for Motorolla phones like Odin for Samsung. I've never had a Motorolla phone so I really don't know much about any of this stuff yet. I'll start tomorrow. I need to go back to sleep. I never even heard of an otg drive until your post. I actually saw a 16GB one on Amazon for about $8.50. I'm guessing you can put an sd card into it? And if you can do the files on it show in Root Browser and other similar apps like it does for a built in sd card slot?
I have so much to learn...
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Otg USB flash drives dont need SD card slots. Just plug them in and that's all. You need to plug it in to your PC to unlock it first then root it. Otherwise you won't be able to root.

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[Q] Brand new to everything root related, some simple questions i hope.

Ok here we go thank you to whoever takes the time to answer these sorry if I sound uneducated in this field but I have no idea what I am doing really.
1) I am running a Galaxy S4 through Koodo (Canadian) sgh-i337m baseband I337MVLUFNE1 the build number is the same but with KOT49H. added to the front of it, my question is is it possible to unlock my bootloader I've seen posts about AT&T locking theirs or something and I wasn't sure.
2) Secondly I've rooted my phone using Odin and how can I tell if my bootloader is unlocked? (keep in mind im not too tech savvy with the android OS yet)
3) What would happen if I flashed Cyanogenmod onto my device and it wasn't unlocked? I bought ROM Toolbox pro
4) How do I go about doing anything in recovery mode everytime I go through it shows a dead android guy and doesn't give me many options?
5) How do I change my boot screen, I tried a few methods but I don't think I am deodexed (which i don't know what it means really) and it tells me i cant change themes etc with ease, when i tried that x-(something) program to deodex my device it couldn't detect the device through the usb or it took ridiculously long and I quit out.
Thank you very much to whoever can help me out, I'm not sure where my Koodo GS4 falls in relation to canadian GS4's etc so I don't want to mess it up.

[Q] Help, I rooted with KingoRoot and KingRoot, butno access.

Hey there, so here's the issue:
I have wanted root on my at&t 4g Moto G since day one, but found that the bootloader was unlockable. Well that's fine, I managed to obtain root with the tools KingoRoot and KingRoot (Kingo can't work by itself, i tried to update su binary with SuperSU and it made it freak out, it now no longer works). But now what happens is when I try to screencapture, it wont work, I can't uninstall system apps, BusyBox won't install, but I can run root checker with a positive result, and all root apps i try tell me they have root access. Is this a case of ignorance on my part, or is there a step i'm missing. If there's a script you run, or an app you install, throw me a line here, i'm loosing my mind.
Here's the relavent info for the phone if you would happen to need it:
Model #- Moto G (Duh)
Kernel Version- 3.4.42-gd8f2775 [email protected] fri sep 5 20:49:01 CDT 2014
Carrier- at&t
System Version- 21.12.63.peregrine_att.att.en.US att
Android Version- 4.4.4
Ask me anything else ya want.:fingers-crossed:
I'll just say this... King Root or whatever they call it nowadays, is a very sketchy application and has a poor history. I suggest staying far away from it.
I suggest you flash stock firmware and call it a day and if you must have Root, you may need to buy a different device.
Sent from my XT1031
ATTACK said:
I'll just say this... King Root or whatever they call it nowadays, is a very sketchy application and has a poor history. I suggest staying far away from it.
I suggest you flash stock firmware and call it a day and if you must have Root, you may need to buy a different device.
Sent from my XT1031
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Ok, will do, sure of no way to root like whatsoever, exploits and all?
andyb23 said:
Ok, will do, sure of no way to root like whatsoever, exploits and all?
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AFAIK, there are no exploits for the AT&T model.
A side note: If you live in a area that has Boost Mobile (Sprint) coverage, you can pick up a Moto G (2013) for $45 or a Moto E LTE (2015) for $60 new, and both are bl unlockable.
Sent from my XT1031

Rooting Samsung Galaxy Core Prime (G360T)

Hey everyone,
So this is pretty straight foreward, I'm attempting to root my Galaxy Core Prime (G360T, from T-Mobile in US) and I have had absolutely zero luck finding ANYTHING related that model number.
I've found plenty of stuff here, but it is all related to the G360H, G, and even the T1 (i think?) I've tried Kingo, Odin, and a few other things and I'm getting absolutely no where.
I'm wondering if anyone out here has had any luck with rooting this device in particular, or if maybe there is something I'm missing? I'm pretty new to the idea of rooting devices but I'm a proficient technically so I'm not exactly sure what is going on.
Is it T-Mobile software or something blocking the ability to root? I can't believe there is that much of a difference between my phone and say the G360H.
Thanks in advanced for the help, as I'm totally clueless at this point.
Snlich said:
Hey everyone,
So this is pretty straight foreward, I'm attempting to root my Galaxy Core Prime (G360T, from T-Mobile in US) and I have had absolutely zero luck finding ANYTHING related that model number.
I've found plenty of stuff here, but it is all related to the G360H, G, and even the T1 (i think?) I've tried Kingo, Odin, and a few other things and I'm getting absolutely no where.
I'm wondering if anyone out here has had any luck with rooting this device in particular, or if maybe there is something I'm missing? I'm pretty new to the idea of rooting devices but I'm a proficient technically so I'm not exactly sure what is going on.
Is it T-Mobile software or something blocking the ability to root? I can't believe there is that much of a difference between my phone and say the G360H.
Thanks in advanced for the help, as I'm totally clueless at this point.
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No man there is no blocking,its just that right now nobody developed an exploit for thta specific phone.Give it some time.
Snlich said:
Hey everyone,
So this is pretty straight foreward, I'm attempting to root my Galaxy Core Prime (G360T, from T-Mobile in US) and I have had absolutely zero luck finding ANYTHING related that model number.
I've found plenty of stuff here, but it is all related to the G360H, G, and even the T1 (i think?) I've tried Kingo, Odin, and a few other things and I'm getting absolutely no where.
I'm wondering if anyone out here has had any luck with rooting this device in particular, or if maybe there is something I'm missing? I'm pretty new to the idea of rooting devices but I'm a proficient technically so I'm not exactly sure what is going on.
Is it T-Mobile software or something blocking the ability to root? I can't believe there is that much of a difference between my phone and say the G360H.
Thanks in advanced for the help, as I'm totally clueless at this point.
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i just orderd samsung galaxy core prime because no one is developing any thing at all for this device.I will be making root exploit and start cooking rom for this device so just wait a bit and i will be working on it.
Waiting for rooted kernel for G360T1 or G360T
Arrowblue said:
i just orderd samsung galaxy core prime because no one is developing any thing at all for this device.I will be making root exploit and start cooking rom for this device so just wait a bit and i will be working on it.
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There are many of us using the MetroPCS version G360T1 that will gladly try any root method you get going. Feel free to contact directly if you need some testing help. While waiting for root, I tried Package Disabler Pro 3.7 that was released September 15. It works fine on the G360T1, although it says "Custom" under "Device status" in "About Device -> Status." Haven't gone to Download Mode to see if the triangle is set or not, but I'm guessing the flash counter has been tripped. I'm not worried about it too much, and it may have been tripped with some other attempt to root the device. Still, this app was just what I needed to disable all the junkware and still have a smooth working Lollipop 5.1.1 while waiting for the real goodies.
alienwarning said:
There are many of us using the MetroPCS version G360T1 that will gladly try any root method you get going. Feel free to contact directly if you need some testing help. While waiting for root, I tried Package Disabler Pro 3.7 that was released September 15. It works fine on the G360T1, although it says "Custom" under "Device status" in "About Device -> Status." Haven't gone to Download Mode to see if the triangle is set or not, but I'm guessing the flash counter has been tripped. I'm not worried about it too much, and it may have been tripped with some other attempt to root the device. Still, this app was just what I needed to disable all the junkware and still have a smooth working Lollipop 5.1.1 while waiting for the real goodies.
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The thing is i got g3601 and its running kitkat and no update availble on it ??? so i am porting 5.1 for it.Recovery has been patched up and working kinda fine but need to fix alot of issues.normally i dont develop for mid range mobiles but my brother got one so that is why i started with this one.my first projects are z3 + and xperia lines.I will let you know when it is completed for testing.
Hmm, I thought this was for SM-G360T and the Samsung Galaxy Core Prime that is out for T-Mobile and running Lollipop 5.x. Is the G3601 a typo or different model? The MetroPCS G360T1 will work fine with the firmware and files from T-Mobile G360T because they are the same device and even same network provider. Anyway, it looks like someone was kind enough to modify the kernel source code the Samsung posted just a week or two ago. Here is the news, but be warned that it will trip the KNOX flag:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-core/development/kernel-root-root-sm-g360t1-5-1-1-t3203522
I put my G360T1 in download mode and it still says official and no warning triangle. I mentioned that it said custom in the About Phone page after doing other terminal entries and running Package Disabler Pro 3.7. Some may want to wait to root the device until there is a deodex'd rom out there to run xposed framework. I like the slimed down stock 5.1.1 and there are a bunch of garbage programs hogging the decent entry level device resources. More news to come...
root for sm g360ti
Follow this link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-core/development/kernel-root-root-sm-g360t1-5-1-1-t3203522
Rooting using the same files as G360t1
I have rooted the g360t using the files from this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-core/development/kernel-root-root-sm-g360t1-5-1-1-t3203522 which are for the g360t1 variant and it went well but you have to go to developer options and activate OEM unlocking for it to work and I did it with Odin version 1.85.
Rooting sm-g360t
Snlich said:
Hey everyone,
So this is pretty straight foreward, I'm attempting to root my Galaxy Core Prime (G360T, from T-Mobile in US) and I have had absolutely zero luck finding ANYTHING related that model number.
I've found plenty of stuff here, but it is all related to the G360H, G, and even the T1 (i think?) I've tried Kingo, Odin, and a few other things and I'm getting absolutely no where.
I'm wondering if anyone out here has had any luck with rooting this device in particular, or if maybe there is something I'm missing? I'm pretty new to the idea of rooting devices but I'm a proficient technically so I'm not exactly sure what is going on.
Is it T-Mobile software or something blocking the ability to root? I can't believe there is that much of a difference between my phone and say the G360H.
Thanks in advanced for the help, as I'm totally clueless at this point.
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I got it rooted with king root but can't fined recovery and can't turn phone off it just bootloops how you fix that
Has anyone had SUCCESS rooting a SM-G360T device?
Snlich said:
Hey everyone,
So this is pretty straight foreward, I'm attempting to root my Galaxy Core Prime (G360T, from T-Mobile in US) and I have had absolutely zero luck finding ANYTHING related that model number.
I've found plenty of stuff here, but it is all related to the G360H, G, and even the T1 (i think?) I've tried Kingo, Odin, and a few other things and I'm getting absolutely no where.
I'm wondering if anyone out here has had any luck with rooting this device in particular, or if maybe there is something I'm missing? I'm pretty new to the idea of rooting devices but I'm a proficient technically so I'm not exactly sure what is going on.
Is it T-Mobile software or something blocking the ability to root? I can't believe there is that much of a difference between my phone and say the G360H.
Thanks in advanced for the help, as I'm totally clueless at this point.
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My specs:
Model #: SM-360T
Android Version: 5.1.1
Baseband Version: G360TUVU1AOF9
I migrated from Nokia 521 - Windows 8.1 phone to this Android device because of the litany of apps I could use for productivity. I am highly disappointed that I am unable to revoke permissions of applications to resources I think they don't need. So, I basically use phone to make calls and text. If someone has successfully rooted THIS smartphone version, please advise. I'm a little technical, too.
Try this: https://autoroot.chainfire.eu. find your model and download the file you need, unzip it then put your phone in download mode and use odin 3.7 to send it to the phone. That outta be enough. I have not rooted this particular device in a while but I have rooted plenty of others using that method and it works like a charm every time. I just did a quick look up and your model is listed there. Give it a try and post your results.
Thank you so much, Geevil!!!
Appreciate your response.
alienwarning said:
Hmm, I thought this was for SM-G360T and the Samsung Galaxy Core Prime that is out for T-Mobile and running Lollipop 5.x. Is the G3601 a typo or different model? The MetroPCS G360T1 will work fine with the firmware and files from T-Mobile G360T because they are the same device and even same network provider. Anyway, it looks like someone was kind enough to modify the kernel source code the Samsung posted just a week or two ago. Here is the news, but be warned that it will trip the KNOX flag:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-core/development/kernel-root-root-sm-g360t1-5-1-1-t3203522
I put my G360T1 in download mode and it still says official and no warning triangle. I mentioned that it said custom in the About Phone page after doing other terminal entries and running Package Disabler Pro 3.7. Some may want to wait to root the device until there is a deodex'd rom out there to run xposed framework. I like the slimed down stock 5.1.1 and there are a bunch of garbage programs hogging the decent entry level device resources. More news to come...
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I'm running stock 5.1.1 on G360t and just got some root using this kernel so tanks for the help and all the fish
Hello how would one root the sm-g360t and get custom recovery on it ?
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I have the sm g360t1, though no computer to connect the phone to. I see this phone listed in the cf-auto root repository linked above- not sure if that method needs a computer. King root may have worked, though the root gone by when using w0lfdroid's
Kingroot removal/supersu installer. It worked on orher phones.
King root is such spyware. I really want to try something else...
ewokmojo said:
I have the sm g360t1, though no computer to connect the phone to. I see this phone listed in the cf-auto root repository linked above- not sure if that method needs a computer. King root may have worked, though the root gone by when using w0lfdroid's
Kingroot removal/supersu installer. It worked on orher phones.
King root is such spyware. I really want to try something else...
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Yes King Root is bad. Pretty much like malware for your device. Don't use cf-auto-root either, as it's kind of a generic root and doesn't really function properly. I'm helping people constantly fix their devices after either tryung King or CF. Use Trapkernel to root the SM-G360T1 & SM-G360T. It's quick and easy and roots the device with no problems.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=62859013 Here is the recovery you should use too in case anyone's wondering. You flash it the same way as root.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=66266209
I recommend using version 3.0.1-0 though, as version 3.0.2-0 has had problem flashing certain roms for some reason.
Thanks bogarty, I was able to root and flash custom recovery on my phone with both links you provided here.. I have the T-Mobile version (SM-G360T) but everything went well
Dont know if ppl still trying to root this device but I just found out that you can download the rooting file trough chainfire for this model. Here´s the link: https://download.chainfire.eu/767/C...to-Root-cprimeltetmo-cprimeltetmo-smg360t.zip
Why do that when there is a root method for this device.
Follow this thread here for all your root needs for this device
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...should work just fine for the tmobile version
will this allow me to use a at&t sim card in my SM-G360T phone instead of T-Mobile

Several questions: Safely root LG G Stylo Cricket (h634) - Software version h63410g

Hey guys,
Hopefully this thread continues to grow for the LG G stylo Cricket version (h634). I'd like some help and would really appreciate it. I currently have the latest updated LG G Stylo Cricket version and would like to know a few things:
•*What is the safest and successful root procedure? I've heard too many bricking issues, so I am afraid to just jump into it. My software version is the latest, which is the H63410g version
•*Is there any actual factory restore available? I came across this thread and not sure how accurate or valid it is: http://www.mylgphones.com/cricket-l...are-how-to-unbrick-restore-back-to-stock.html
The main developer on a original site said to please not share freely, but if it works, I really do feel everyone with a bricked device should donate for his hard work and help. Its a paperweight + having to buy another $150+ device vs $10 + supporting passionate developers.
• Why do people insist on using super su instead of just keeping kingroot? Isn't kingroot enough for root?
•*What is the best way to modify the lg g stylo to force the system to automatically use the external sd storage for all media including apps, cache, etc.
Really appreciate an insight here. This low memory storage on the lg g stylo cricket version (8gb) is ridiculous and impossible to work with without worrying about low storage issues/errors
Please advise, thanks guys.
I just rooted my h63410g with kingroot. It says that it's not recomended but hit the proceed anyway and it'll work.
I only did 30mins of research and realized DO NOT USE SUPER SU. IT WILL BRICK YOUR DEVICE. just use kingroot for su.
I havnt done any bloatware removal yet but everyone says that the paid version of link2sd is the way to go.
The link you shared with the stock firmware is password protected and none of the comments can confirm it works. Hopefully it does tho!

Samsung Galaxy Sol (Cricket)

Hey everyone I was hoping for a little help on this 1. I just purchased the Samsung Galaxy Sol (SM- J321AZ) AND wanted to make a back up and possibly flash a custom Rom on this device if at all possible. I have the Galaxy Tab E 8.0 (SM- T377P) and third to do the same thing without making a backup and not it's pretty much a paper weight as every time I download a .tar file it won't flash and none of the major websites have a factory or custom Rom so that I can use it again. (If anyone can help on that as well that would be SUPER AWESOM). Anyways, I don't wanna make the same mistake with this device as the other so I figured I would ask for some help. I need to network I lock the Sol phone as I'm a T- Mobile user but this was the only phone they had at the store that was not a flip phone. Hope someone out there can help.
Thanks in advance.
The Noob
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Sol
Galaxy Sol? I gotta admit, I had to look that one up; never heard of that one before. It appears to be brand new, having 6.0 and released just last month, but it's not even on Cricket's website. Weird.
As far as custom ROMs or even root goes, you're probably SOL (pun totally intended), at least for right now. However, Cricket does like to rename a lot of their phones that are otherwise identical to others, so it's possible a root method may exist.
When it comes to carrier unlocking, things can get a bit tricky. Cricket sells phones for fairly cheap because they only sell them to their own customers. In other words, they know they'll at least make up the difference with a minimum of a couple months worth of service. I gather you've purchased this phone second-hand. If it's not already unlocked, you might not be able to get it unlocked short of one of those services you see on eBay. Contact Cricket about it. They have rules and limitations about when and if they'll unlock their phones. Root/ROMs typically can't do anything regarding carrier unlocking. Interesting though that so many newer Cricket devices, even the cheapos, happen to have band 12 for T-Mobile.
I just bought this at best buy a few weeks ago. This phone seems to be exactly the same as the Samsung Galaxy Amp Prime SM-J320 with the exception it being 8GB.
BESTBUYDOTCOM/site/cricket-wireless-samsung-galaxy-sol-4g-with-8gb-memory-prepaid-cell-phone/5216601.p?id=bb5216601&skuId=5216601
CRICKETWIRESSDOTCOM/cell-phones/smartphones/samsung-galaxy-amp-prime.html
Either way, I was unable to find a stock fw for either of these phones however the firmware allow for OEM unlock. I was looking to at least root and clear away the garbage because out of 8gb I can only use 3GB (also install apps to SD). I don't want to do this unless I have at least a stock fw backup rom to load.
Is there any back door way of downloading this stock firmware? I've look far and wide. Any assistance would ease the pain. Thanks.
here is a link to the stock firmware
haggelz said:
I just bought this at best buy a few weeks ago. This phone seems to be exactly the same as the Samsung Galaxy Amp Prime SM-J320 with the exception it being 8GB.
BESTBUYDOTCOM/site/cricket-wireless-samsung-galaxy-sol-4g-with-8gb-memory-prepaid-cell-phone/5216601.p?id=bb5216601&skuId=5216601
CRICKETWIRESSDOTCOM/cell-phones/smartphones/samsung-galaxy-amp-prime.html
Either way, I was unable to find a stock fw for either of these phones however the firmware allow for OEM unlock. I was looking to at least root and clear away the garbage because out of 8gb I can only use 3GB (also install apps to SD). I don't want to do this unless I have at least a stock fw backup rom to load.
Is there any back door way of downloading this stock firmware? I've look far and wide. Any assistance would ease the pain. Thanks.
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Just head to my new post with links to the firmware. http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/samsung-galaxy-sol-sm-j321aza-little-t3420635
This phone is currently $50 at Best Buy. I want to buy it for my mom(she's using my old Nexus 4, which is slowly dying), and this seems like a decent replacement. The thing is, she's on T-Mobile. If this can be unlocked to use on any gsm carrier, that'd be great. I guess I'll have to look around eBay or ask Cricket about unlocking it.
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Has any one heard anything or made any progress...I love this little phone but the lack of space and adaptive storage is killing me ... I would love to remove some bloatware and be able to put more on the sd card...PLEASE HELP
Root found, finally.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/release-root-samsung-galaxy-prime-j320az-t3493077
Help
I recently purchased a sol used and the person I bought it from forgot that it had a screen lock on it. can I bypass it or will it be easier to just reset it an bypass the frp lock. Please help?!
comer320 said:
i recently purchased a sol used and the person i bought it from forgot that it had a screen lock on it. Can i bypass it or will it be easier to just reset it an bypass the frp lock. Please help?!
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factory reset youtube
And then I get to deal with the frp lock. I don't have the info for that either, But would it be easier to bypass the frp instead?
I'm not entirely sure but aren't the spec for this the same or almost the same as the Galaxy J3 or the Galaxy amp prime? Would anything from those devices work on this. Like a rom port or root method
Ions87l said:
I'm not entirely sure but aren't the spec for this the same or almost the same as the Galaxy J3 or the Galaxy amp prime? Would anything from those devices work on this. Like a rom port or root method
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that selinux root method earlier in the thread does work for root, and after root just adb shell pull all partitions to port twrp or brew a rom. the specs for the j3 and prime are nearly identical so porting from those two should not be to hard. i went to a new phone so i wont be doing anything further with it. unless i get bored and decide to fish it out the junk drawer for something to do. https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B1rwlbcYZ8i6NldnV0ppVHJ3Z1U thats the link to the adb file for root and the instructions are here https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/release-root-samsung-galaxy-prime-j320az-t3493077 . Sorry thats an Odin flashable boot img with selinux tweeked. sorry havent paid much attention to this phone lately
Ok thanks I'm going to see what I can do. At least TWRP and from there compile a rom. I have nothing but time and patience so I'm gonna build cm13 and see what happens.
Ions87l said:
Ok thanks I'm going to see what I can do. At least TWRP and from there compile a rom. I have nothing but time and patience so I'm gonna build cm13 and see what happens.
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Here is a link to the stock firmware caught from an ota all the partitions are there. https://www.mediafire.com/file/pk25ey721x6i9oj/Sol_Firmware.zip
is this for j321az?
zMILWAUKEE said:
Here is a link to the stock firmware caught from an ota all the partitions are there.
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this stock firmware you posted is the latest of j321az ? thank you
Aplicación para rootear mi Samsung galaxy sol (cricket) SM- j321AZ

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