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[Q] Help

i own a ATT note 3 i rooted with Kingoo, I got XBast app and modified my phone so when it boots up so i don't see the annoying ATT and samsung logo. with the new 4.4 update that was released i messed up and unrooted my phone from super user app which work but i could not get the update at all it keep failing at 27% install i have permanently lose the all the logos on my phone when i reboot my phone i still have the "custom" lock on dart up i tried re flashing MJ5 but now am left with NB4 build and Baseband MJ5 my phone is constantly looking for att software and i get a constant error (the device has detected an application attempting up permitted actions. To protect your device it is recommended you reboot. ) the phone still boots up and can do pretty much everything with it just those problems are there is there anyway i can just make it like the day i bought it. i tried re rooting with king no luck. someone please help

rajeev2liz said:
i own a ATT note 3 i rooted with Kingoo, I got XBast app and modified my phone so when it boots up so i don't see the annoying ATT and samsung logo. with the new 4.4 update that was released i messed up and unrooted my phone from super user app which work but i could not get the update at all it keep failing at 27% install i have permanently lose the all the logos on my phone when i reboot my phone i still have the "custom" lock on dart up i tried re flashing MJ5 but now am left with NB4 build and Baseband MJ5 my phone is constantly looking for att software and i get a constant error (the device has detected an application attempting up permitted actions. To protect your device it is recommended you reboot. ) the phone still boots up and can do pretty much everything with it just those problems are there is there anyway i can just make it like the day i bought it. i tried re rooting with king no luck. someone please help
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Just flash full stock firmware using odin. Your phone should be Samsung SM-N900A. Pls check and BE SURE if its really like that before flashing anything provided in my post.
Here you can doenload the stock firmware AT&T and Odin --> http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/3/?download=25106
You should install latest Samsung USB drivers --> download USB driver
For safety measures you should perform a EFS Backup using this APP
You personal data will be deleted during the flash process so take care of making a backup of everything you need.
Thats just what you need i suppose

LS.xD said:
Just flash full stock firmware using odin. Your phone should be Samsung SM-N900A. Pls check and BE SURE if its really like that before flashing anything provided in my post.
Here you can doenload the stock firmware AT&T and Odin --> http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/3/?download=25106
You should install latest Samsung USB drivers --> download USB driver
For safety measures you should perform a EFS Backup using this APP
You personal data will be deleted during the flash process so take care of making a backup of everything you need.
Thats just what you need i suppose
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Thanks MI9 I will try I though you could not downgrade? my build is NB4 and my baseband is MJ5

rajeev2liz said:
Thanks MI9 I will try I though you could not downgrade? my build is NB4 and my baseband is MJ5
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Why should it not be possible to flash a older firmware? The point is that i have found just that version for your phone. Official firmware flashing via Odin will not affect KNOX. You can perform OTA update to newer version later i think. Just keep the EFS backup in mind

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LS.xD said:
Why should it not be possible to flash a older firmware? The point is that i have found just that version for your phone. Official firmware flashing via Odin will not affect KNOX. You can perform OTA update to newer version later i think. Just keep the EFS backup in mind
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thanks a lot i will try it out and let you know. have a good day

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rajeev2liz said:
thanks a lot i will try it out and let you know. have a good day
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i tried it but it keeps failing on ODIN fails every time. any other suggestions?

rajeev2liz said:
i tried it but it keeps failing on ODIN fails every time. any other suggestions?
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Can you post full error description pls. NOT ONLY "odin fails"...

[Q] D80110G OTA phone working but NO download mode No recovery

Hello everyone,
Started from D80110C (stock using download mode), rooted, took all the OTAs till D80110G. Then, on top of that, I received another OTA for 300Mb to D80120G . I wasn't sure what it was. I finally decided to takr it. BIG MISTAKE!!! root was gone.
Tried Towelroot and Root25 and Root10, now all failing with D80120G .
So I said, easy, lets go back to stock D80110C. Surprise: download mode is gone. Every time I follow volume key sequence (tried the all) phone shows charging icon instead of download mode.
And recovery mode? only shows Factory Reset (which I already tried...)
I read that some people were able to use the LG Maintenance tool and choose "Update Recovery". Tried that: to me shows "Nothing to fix".
In other words, I'm stuck. Phone works fine (which is great), but I'm afraid I will never be able to do any upgrade since both download method and recovery method seems to be gone. Question is: will the next OTA work?
Any ideas? I read about the Linux method of overwriting the images. Pretty scary, since the phone still works I'd think something else should be available.
It could be worse, the phone is working, still I hate being without options...
Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!

I used stump root today to root my girlfriends g2 with d80120g. link here ----> http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/orig-development/root-stump-root-lg-g3-sprint-verizon-t2850906

Swagg422 said:
I used stump root today to root my girlfriends g2 with d80120g. link here ----> http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/orig-development/root-stump-root-lg-g3-sprint-verizon-t2850906
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Jswagg thanks for the reply.if I use stump,even after a factory reset, I immediately get a rooted message when in reality I'm not rooted. I read that I'm supposed to use the brute force method.how? Again,it says rooted and I see no options....
Thanks again.

franksrental said:
Jswagg thanks for the reply.if I use stump,even after a factory reset, I immediately get a rooted message when in reality I'm not rooted. I read that I'm supposed to use the brute force method.how? Again,it says rooted and I see no options....
Thanks again.
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After you run stump and it tells you to reboot. After the reboot go to the playstore and install supersu after that you should be all good.
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Swagg422 said:
After you run stump and it tells you to reboot. After the reboot go to the playstore and install supersu after that you should be all good.
Sent from my Oneplus one using XDA Free mobile app
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No unfortunately stump doesn't say to reboot. It just says rooted. Then I checked with root checker and I'm not rooted.
I believe its a broken root scenario. Anyone knows what to do? Thank you in advance.

Hello I have custom recovery but unrooted on 4.2.2 JB and have ant OTA to KK can I take it or do I need stock recovery?

franksrental said:
Hello everyone,
Started from D80110C (stock using download mode), rooted, took all the OTAs till D80110G. Then, on top of that, I received another OTA for 300Mb to D80120G . I wasn't sure what it was. I finally decided to takr it. BIG MISTAKE!!! root was gone.
Tried Towelroot and Root25 and Root10, now all failing with D80120G .
So I said, easy, lets go back to stock D80110C. Surprise: download mode is gone. Every time I follow volume key sequence (tried the all) phone shows charging icon instead of download mode.
And recovery mode? only shows Factory Reset (which I already tried...)
I read that some people were able to use the LG Maintenance tool and choose "Update Recovery". Tried that: to me shows "Nothing to fix".
In other words, I'm stuck. Phone works fine (which is great), but I'm afraid I will never be able to do any upgrade since both download method and recovery method seems to be gone. Question is: will the next OTA work?
Any ideas? I read about the Linux method of overwriting the images. Pretty scary, since the phone still works I'd think something else should be available.
It could be worse, the phone is working, still I hate being without options...
Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!
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Time to reply to my thread? A new one click root method for the g3 actually works with any recently otaed g2. Magically able to go in download mode with adb without forcing with volume up and power button (that is not working anymore).#short short long I'm rooted and I did see download mode forced by the bat file....glta

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franksrental said:
Time to reply to my thread? A new one click root method for the g3 actually works with any recently otaed g2. Magically able to go in download mode with adb without forcing with volume up and power button (that is not working anymore).#short short long I'm rooted and I did see download mode forced by the bat file....glta
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It would be great if you replied with more information for those of us still having this problem.

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scottjk said:
It would be great if you replied with more information for those of us still having this problem.
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Yep, I'm currently having the same problem...

[How-To] Update to G900V_OC4 - 5.0 and KeepRoot (3/30/2015)

**You can begin the following process from any Build/ROM but you must already have Root Access**
**Required** FlashFire - Play BETA - PREVIEW
1. Join the G+ community using the same Google account as you're using for Play on your phone/tablet Here.
2. Sign up to receive the BETA versions from Play Here.
- Use the link provided after sign-up to download the app.
**Caution!** The following process is only for the G900V Verizon S5 variant. Use on any other device may result in a hardbrick!
Download:
- G900V_OC4_Stock_Rooted_ROM
- G900V_OC4_Stock_DeOdexed_ROM
Set your screen timeout setting to 10 mins before beginning!
1. Place the ROM onto your device (use either internal or ext-sdcard).
2. Open the FlashFire app and "Agree" to the Terms and Conditions.
3. Press "(+)" twice to bring up the "Actions" menu.
4. Select "Flash Zip or OTA" and locate and select the ROM. Leave "Auto-mount" unchecked under the "Options" menu and press the checkmark to continue.
5. From the main menu Uncheck all options under "EverRoot" and use default "Reboot" setting.
6. Last, press the lightning bolt then "Ok" to begin the flash .
The screen will turn black then display the contents of your system before beginning the flash. FlashFire will pause for about 1 minute while flashing the "system" partition. Once complete your device will reboot and pause on the Verizon splash screen for 1 - 2 minutes (10 - 15 mins for DeOdexed version) before completely rebooting. Done!
Tip: for blazing fast speed turn off animations from Developer Options and reboot!
Known Issues:
- None!
Optional - Enable Native Tethering:
- G900V_OC4_TetherAddOn (Flash using FlashFire's "Flash zip or ota" option).
Notes:
1. The above process will not affect your Knox Warranty Flag.
2. The process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, Stock Recovery, and Bootloader to OC4.
3. No need to wipe prior to flashing, the ROM will automatically perform a factory data reset. If you prefer not to wipe User Data replace the Updater-Script in the ROM's META-INF/com/google/android folder with the version attached to this post (remove ".txt" extension before placing in folder). Bear in mind that carrying over incompatible User Data from a prior Android version may cause issues.
4. If you do not already have root access (or to unbrick) you must flash the G900VVRU1ANCG_Full_Odin.tar (flash in Odin's PDA slot(AP in Odin v3.09+)), root with Towelroot (this version does not require internet access), then proceed with the above process.
5. To learn more about FlashFire's capabilities on locked bootloader devices see here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60070810&postcount=2
Credits:
@ChadH42 - for capturing the ota update.
@Chainfire

What is new in this update? I saw your other thread was closing and I'm confused

xdnax said:
What is new in this update? I saw your other thread was closing and I'm confused
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Let's just say the initial 5.0 release had a few bugs. Let's hope this release works better.

Thanks. I did your previous update with this method, and it worked great. Can you give the steps that are needed to get to where you need to be to now install this update? I think I know, but I'm not sure. Also, what about apps and settings? It does not seem they are preserved. It looks like the previous write up has been edited and no longer includes these steps. I had no problems with this part. Is it still an option to do that? Thanks for the awesome work!

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So this will work fine updating if on rooted 0A8?

I would assume we could do a data backup, then restore data after flashing is done

So there's no need to flash a firmware or kernel in Odin after flashing the rom? Are we still going to be on 0A8 baseband? Or should we flash the OC4 kernel?
Sent from my SM-G900V using XDA Free mobile app

killa408shark said:
So there's no need to flash a firmware or kernel in Odin after flashing the rom? Are we still going to be on 0A8 baseband? Or should we flash the OC4 kernel?
Sent from my SM-G900V using XDA Free mobile app
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Correct, all necessary OC4 partitions including the kernel, modem, etc are included in the ROM.

Mr. Boom said:
I would assume we could do a data backup, then restore data after flashing is done
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Only recommended if your Data backup is from 5.0. Those updating from 4.4 should not restore Data for compatibility reasons.

jake20fc said:
So this will work fine updating if on rooted 0A8?
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Yes

mkitchin said:
Thanks. I did your previous update with this method, and it worked great. Can you give the steps that are needed to get to where you need to be to now install this update? I think I know, but I'm not sure. Also, what about apps and settings? It does not seem they are preserved. It looks like the previous write up has been edited and no longer includes these steps. I had no problems with this part. Is it still an option to do that? Thanks for the awesome work!
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See Notes section #3.

awesome @muniz_ri ! was just helping a family member update to the new lollipop and i saw this. gonna do some tinkering with safestrap and try and see if i can see whats breaking it on lollipop.. fingers crossed

muniz_ri said:
Only recommended if your Data backup is from 5.0. Those updating from 4.4 should not restore Data for compatibility reasons.
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How did it work going 4.4.4 to 5.0?

BeansTown106 said:
awesome @muniz_ri ! was just helping a family member update to the new lollipop and i saw this. gonna do some tinkering with safestrap and try and see if i can see whats breaking it on lollipop.. fingers crossed
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No worries, good luck with SS.
Also fyi.....there is a guy in the N900V forum that has developed a safestrap replacement called multisystem. He is waiting for 5.0 before releasing and claims it will work on 5.0. If so, it can likely be easily ported to the S5.

Got it. I did see that. I guess it is just that simple. I thought there might be a little more detail needed, but I will give it a shot. Hopefully safestrap comes to lollipop one day to make it a little easier!

mkitchin said:
Got it. I did see that. I guess it is just that simple. I thought there might be a little more detail needed, but I will give it a shot. Hopefully safestrap comes to lollipop one day to make it a little easier!
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After flashing the ROM you can just reboot, no need to re-flash the OC4 kernel since the new ROM already flashed it.

Does anyone know if the Alarm clock works on silent now? I think they got rid of the interruption settings did they not?

I have run into a problem i can't figure out. When i try to run safestrap it just wont boot into it when i boot from the app. Have tried it many times. Thinking back wasn't safestrap broken when you are on 5.0? I went from kit kat, rooted and did the keep root tutorial to have it in 5.0. Not really sure what to do.

jake20fc said:
I have run into a problem i can't figure out. When i try to run safestrap it just wont boot into it when i boot from the app. Have tried it many times. Thinking back wasn't safestrap broken when you are on 5.0? I went from kit kat, rooted and did the keep root tutorial to have it in 5.0. Not really sure what to do.
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Safe-strap doesn't work on 5.0. You have to flash G900V_NK2_Stock_Kernel to access it.

ejc1214 said:
Safe-strap doesn't work on 5.0. You have to flash G900V_NK2_Stock_Kernel to access it.
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Ty. I'm not new to flashing but i was just wondering what the hell i was doing that it wouldn't boot. Appreciate it.

Tried to root, failed, total noon here.

Hey guys, today I tried to root my t-mobile s7 from a random YouTube video I found. After flashing a file from Odin, my phone got stuck in a boot loop.
I did a factory reset from recovery and the phone started up fine.
Now here's my problem, after doing a reset, the first thing I noticed was that while I was booting up the phone. It showed the usual Samsung Galaxy S7, followed by an unlocked padlock with the words "Custom" under it.
2nd issue. My phone just looks a lot different than when I originally bought it. It is also very sluggish, experiencing a lot of lag.
I've looked up how to go back to stock firmware but I'm not sure which one to use.
Any help would be appreciated.
I'm currently on the PG1 firmware.

It appears you still have the eng kernal... You can just re-run the root.bat and install SuperSu, or if you want complete stock follow the steps below:
*Also Before you try this turn it off and let it charge for 45 min-1 hour or so...*
1. Volume Down + Power + Home to put it in download mode
2. Then press Volume Up to continue past the warning screen even if nothing is displayed.
3. Grab The Latest Version of Odin here
4. Then Download The Stock Firmware, in this case you will need whichever version you have (if you do not remember you can just download the latest available firmware) Download Firmware and then extract it. (If you have 5 different files in the zip go to step 8)
5. Then install Samsung device drivers(if not already).
6. Start Odin, Plug in the S7, Load in the tar.md5 in the AP/PDA and uncheck Auto Reboot and Repartition.
7. Let the phone restart... VIOLA!!!
8. Alternatively if the zip has 5 files... They should all start with the corresponding buttons in Odin For Example:
AP_G930TUVS3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546176_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
BL_G930TUVS3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546176_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
CP_G930TUVS3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546176_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
CSC_TMB_G930TTMB3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546176_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
HOME_CSC_TMB_G930TTMB3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546176_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
After they are entered into Odin you hit start and after a few minutes ... It should be fixed....
Let me know if you have any further questions or issues...

The custom is normal since you flashed a modified kernel.
Follow this instructions here for rooting / unrooting.
Most of these applies to Tmobile S7, expect specific ones mentioned for Verizon.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...-to-notes-root-install-xposed-unroot-t3411039

Thanks man, I'm gonna try to finish rooting. I thought my phone was just screwing up and the first part of the rooting process failed, since the bootloader.
I also tried sammobile and the download won't start.
If I were to download an earlier firmware, would I be able to update it to the most recent one?

Is it possible to revert to stock without wiping data?

Can I flash a custom kernel with flashfire?
Sent from my SM-G930T using XDA-Developers mobile app

xda23 said:
Can I flash a custom kernel with flashfire?
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No you cannot. Or rather, science threw bootloader is still locked, your phone will not boot if you try.

KillerClaw321 said:
It appears you still have the eng kernal... You can just re-run the root.bat and install SuperSu, or if you want complete stock follow the steps below:
*Also Before you try this turn it off and let it charge for 45 min-1 hour or so...*
1. Volume Down + Power + Home to put it in download mode
2. Then press Volume Up to continue past the warning screen even if nothing is displayed.
3. Grab The Latest Version of Odin here
4. Then Download The Stock Firmware, in this case you will need whichever version you have (if you do not remember you can just download the latest available firmware) Download Firmware and then extract it. (If you have 5 different files in the zip go to step 8)
5. Then install Samsung device drivers(if not already).
6. Start Odin, Plug in the S7, Load in the tar.md5 in the AP/PDA and uncheck Auto Reboot and Repartition.
7. Let the phone restart... VIOLA!!!
8. Alternatively if the zip has 5 files... They should all start with the corresponding buttons in Odin For Example:
AP_G930TUVS3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546176_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
BL_G930TUVS3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546176_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
CP_G930TUVS3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546176_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
CSC_TMB_G930TTMB3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546176_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
HOME_CSC_TMB_G930TTMB3APD8_CL7856276_QB9546176_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
After they are entered into Odin you hit start and after a few minutes ... It should be fixed....
Let me know if you have any further questions or issues...
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New to samsung here, quick question. I soft bricked with an xposed app and have to restore.
What is the difference between the csc and the home csc files and which is the correct one. I don't see a home tab in odin
Sorry for the noob question, My first Samsung device

kc6wke said:
New to samsung here, quick question. I soft bricked with an xposed app and have to restore.
What is the difference between the csc and the home csc files and which is the correct one. I don't see a home tab in odin
Sorry for the noob question, My first Samsung device
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You can just use CSC and not the CSC Home.

Quick question, I bought a used s7 edge off Craigslist and when it's asking me to log in with another guys email. I tried contacting the guy I bought it from but he hasn't texted me back yet. Can I root it and install another rom on it to bypass the lollipop lock? Thanks guys.

Palatis3 said:
Quick question, I bought a used s7 edge off Craigslist and when it's asking me to log in with another guys email. I tried contacting the guy I bought it from but he hasn't texted me back yet. Can I root it and install another rom on it to bypass the lollipop lock? Thanks guys.
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I don't know if this will work, but try this:
---------- Post added at 02:09 AM ---------- Previous post was at 02:07 AM ----------
Palatis3 said:
Quick question, I bought a used s7 edge off Craigslist and when it's asking me to log in with another guys email. I tried contacting the guy I bought it from but he hasn't texted me back yet. Can I root it and install another rom on it to bypass the lollipop lock? Thanks guys.
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Wait did you try rooting the s7 or s7 edge... (Or is the s7 edge completely unrelated to the brick)

SM-G360V general info, root on latest firmware, xposed framework, viper4android*

I've taken note of the severely limited amount of organized information available for the Verizon variant of the core prime, (see the amalgamation of posts in the main sm-g360v post...) and I'll attempt to provide what information I do have. Currently no recoveries or custom roms have been made publicly available, to my knowledge. This is a Verizon device after all, don't hold much hope towards unlocking the bootloader of this one. Root on latest firmware, setup for xposed framework, and viper4android setup detailed below in respective order.
Root on latest firmware
*Skip to step 7 if already rooted with supersu, data partition not overwritten to my knowledge, proceed with cation
Backup all data before proceeding. Acknowledge these steps will delete all content of your device. Proceeding with the following steps gives the implied understanding I am not responsible for any data on your device. You are responsible for your own data.
1. Setup Odin and d/l the lollipop stock rom here
2. Backup your data then extract the tar.md5 from the rar archive from above then flash it with odin
3. Setup your accounts with the setup wizard when finished if you'd like, then grab the latest version of kingroot. Either android or pc versions work. May need to attempt multiple times.
4. Once rooted with latest kingroot, (5.0.3 at the time of writing) open kingroot, open the main settings from the menu on the top right, press 'Uninstall Kingroot' press continue, ensure 'leave root backup' is enabled in the next dialog, then wait for uninstall
5. Find a kingroot 4.5 apk and install, disable automatic updates in kingroot main settings, then reroot
6. Using either super sume, or a script replace kinguser with supersu
7. Install flashfire, should work properly if using supersu
8. Go here and d/l latest firmware, move tar.md5 file to device, may need external sd due to little internal storage
9. In flashfire, press the addition symbol, select 'flash firmware package,' locate updated tar.md5, select 'modem firmware' and 'Firmware' in addition to pre-selected partitions, then select the check, when prompted, do not split flashing process. Ensure EverRoot is set to inject SuperSU, then flash, wait patiently for device to update.
When finished, check SuperSU for root, if prompted to manually install, flash first stock and try again
Xposed Framework
1. Get the appropriate zip (ARM for sm-g360v, do not use the ARM64) from here, no issues apparent between versions, latest will most likely work (87.1 at the time of writing, no issues seem thus far)
2. Flash as zip with Flashfire, (See above for root) do not mount /system with flashfire, installer fails.
3. Install this Xposed Framework app when reboot finished (should rebuild system apps)
4. Finished
Viper4Android
1. Get V4A apk, do not install drivers yet
2. Install busybox
3. Get this and this, flash both with flashfire
4. Disable/delete SoudAlive to prevent conflicts
5. Install driver/reboot
6. Finished *I personally installed the 2.5 version, though the above method did work with a little bit of toying with the above

I'm assuming that the Odin tar file is an older firmware version for the device?

Jrhotrod said:
I'm assuming that the Odin tar file is an older firmware version for the device?
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The first tar is lollipop with a security patch from 2015 for kingroot, the second tar that gets flashed through flashfire can be any of the three available, I believe the 2017 build being latest

WARNING:
DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT flash the updated tar.md5!! I flashed it to my device and I lost all calling and texting functionality, PLUS a very outdated ROM.

Jrhotrod said:
WARNING:
DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT flash the updated tar.md5!! I flashed it to my device and I lost all calling and texting functionality, PLUS a very outdated ROM.
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Use the latest build, the 2017 build is latest, update your modem partitions when you update. Following the steps PROPERLY and using the proper update package will result in a functional device. Complain to Verizon about the outdated nature of the firmware available, and to yourself about your own mistakes, I have used this procedure for my own device and have not had a single issue.

LeafyDeerVoid said:
Use the latest build, the 2017 build is latest, update your modem partitions when you update. Following the steps PROPERLY and using the proper update package will result in a functional device. Complain to Verizon about the outdated nature of the firmware available, and to yourself about your own mistakes, I have used this procedure for my own device and have not had a single issue.
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I used the 30.10.2016 firmware (G360VVRU3CPJ1) and that's what gave me the issues. Now that I actually observe, I can see a 2017 firmware that I was actually using before I went back and rooted... I will test it soon.

How long should the final update take? I'm up to 30 mins now on the red Verizon screen (blue light strobing).

Chadtheguru said:
How long should the final update take? I'm up to 30 mins now on the red Verizon screen (blue light strobing).
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Final update meaning what? An update package flashed via FlashFire? Or something else?

Step 9 in the op root process. I did everything up to that point, downloaded latest update, followed the flashfire steps and got 2 hours of the red Verizon screen. Any ideas?

I'm starting over. I screwed up something else anyhow trying to utilize the sd card for apps.

Okay, I started over from the beginning. I just can't get Flashfire to flash the updated firmware. It sticks on the red "Verizon" screen. I've let it sit for 3 hours and it is genuinely stuck. Help!

Chadtheguru said:
I'm starting over. I screwed up something else anyhow trying to utilize the sd card for apps.
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I never attempted to update my software. Too risky. Stick with the G360VVRU3BOK2 baseband, there is virtually no difference between that and the new 2017 firmware.

Yeah, I've about come to the same conclusion. The only thing I don't like is the nagging OTA Update Notification. I've tried all these and I'm still getting the notify.
http://www.droidviews.com/disable-ota-notifications-android-devices/

Chadtheguru said:
Yeah, I've about come to the same conclusion. The only thing I don't like is the nagging OTA Update Notification. I've tried all these and I'm still getting the notify.
http://www.droidviews.com/disable-ota-notifications-android-devices/
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Download the device control app from the Play Store and disable the Verizon "Software updates" app

Hah! That did it. Thanks!

Chadtheguru said:
Hah! That did it. Thanks!
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Thanks for leaving a thanks :good:
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Jrhotrod said:
Thanks for leaving a thanks :good:
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For future reference, OTAs are stored in /cache. If you feel like re-enabling the update app, you can let the update download and see if you can flash it with FlashFire. Never tried it myself, but FlashFire does come with an OTA update flasher that attempts to sustain root.

I almost tried that but I couldn't catch it with the OTA downloaded. I may fiddle with it later. Just glad to be rooted for now. Thanks again!

So I've done everything right, and all I've been wanting to install is Xposed. But I've done everything correct up to this point. But I put the framework zip into Flashfire, everything goes fine, until I'm at the Verizon red screen. It just hangs there for hours. Any suggestions?
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iiBootMii said:
So I've done everything right, and all I've been wanting to install is Xposed. But I've done everything correct up to this point. But I put the framework zip into Flashfire, everything goes fine, until I'm at the Verizon red screen. It just hangs there for hours. Any suggestions?
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Better make sure you have the custom Wanam build.
Download link: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=37508

Jrhotrod said:
Better make sure you have the custom Wanam build.
Download link: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=37508
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I'm pretty sure I'm using the right one. I followed the link, then went 87.1 > Lollipop > xposed-v87.1-sdk22-arm-custom-build-by-wanam-20161125.zip
Isn't that correct?
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