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[Q] keep root for 19.6.3 ota?

I have a rooted Verizon droid maxx. I am really worried about losing root if I take the ota. Is there any safe way to take the ota without losing my root? I've read like 2 posts of people saying the pro version of supersu and Survival mode keeps root. I've also read 1 post saying that they accidently took it and didn't lose root. Can anyone confirm this?

I would like to know the answer to this as well. I was just prompted for this update.

at that i know most users keep the root with Superuser in Survival mode
u can try and let us know

danger2u said:
at that i know most users keep the root with Superuser in Survival mode
u can try and let us know
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Considering that you cannot downgrade to a exploitable version of android if it doesn't work, I think I will pass.

Here is a guy that did it and said he keep root.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52763259
I believe the one that did it accidentally had an unlocked boot loader which makes root possible no matter what.
I saw another post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52795898
Saying that the biggest part of the update was the radio which can be flashed without taking the whole upgrade if you are worried about it.
Me personally, my BL is unlocked and I'm going back to 4.2. I've seen nothing but negatives (bad battery life, FC's, etc) with the updates. I might would stick it out if there was some new features but they seem like just more of the same.

I used survival mode and took the ota and still have root. Unfortunately I lost my WiFi tether and am trying to get that back now.
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Khanusma said:
I used survival mode and took the ota and still have root. Unfortunately I lost my WiFi tether and am trying to get that back now.
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You should use this
http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.dym.motoxtether
That way you don't have to mess with reverting it back when next updated comes out.
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Khanusma said:
I used survival mode and took the ota and still have root. Unfortunately I lost my WiFi tether and am trying to get that back now.
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I have a droid mini XT 1030, stock with root and wifi apk hack.
I removed the wifi apk hack, put super su into survival mode and took the OTA. Worked out good and I retained root.

Caseyk621 said:
You should use this
http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.dym.motoxtether
That way you don't have to mess with reverting it back when next updated comes out.
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Thanks! It worked great and now I have my wifi back.

My Maxx and girlfriend's Mini both kept root.
However, we've both lost TWRP recovery and can't seem to be able to flash it.

rlmesq said:
My Maxx and girlfriend's Mini both kept root.
However, we've both lost TWRP recovery and can't seem to be able to flash it.
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Are you sure you're rooted? Did you check worth root checker app? Are your bootloaders unlocked?
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Caseyk621 said:
Are you sure you're rooted? Did you check worth root checker app? Are your bootloaders unlocked?
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Bootloaders aren't unlocked.
Yep, all root functions seem to be working fine.RootChecker says I have root, I was able to install the latest version of Busybox, and TiBu and SecureSettings both get root access.
Now if somebody had some thoughts on flashing TWRP recovery...

rlmesq said:
Bootloaders aren't unlocked.
Yep, all root functions seem to be working fine.RootChecker says I have root, I was able to install the latest version of Busybox, and TiBu and SecureSettings both get root access.
Now if somebody had some thoughts on flashing TWRP recovery...
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I didn't know you could use TWRP e a locked bootloader????? Maybe use safe strap?
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Caseyk621 said:
I didn't know you could use TWRP e a locked bootloader????? Maybe use safe strap?
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Maybe I'm brain dead. I thought I had TWRP on these phones after SlapMyMoto, but I guess it retained the stock recovery.
Too many Android devlices... can't keep track of what's running what.

I thought the big issue was not retaining root, but completely losing the Write-Protection off ability (ie ability to use xposed). I'm locked bootloader and don't see a reason to unlock.

livinitwarrior said:
I thought the big issue was not retaining root, but completely losing the Write-Protection off ability (ie ability to use xposed). I'm locked bootloader and don't see a reason to unlock.
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Not with this update Holmes. We're all good with this one
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Caseyk621 said:
Not with this update Holmes. We're all good with this one
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Awesome, one last question- did you uninstall xposed before installing?
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livinitwarrior said:
Awesome, one last question- did you uninstall xposed before installing?
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I did. But it saves your settings for when you reinstall!
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Caseyk621 said:
I did. But it saves your settings for when you reinstall!
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Then I'll take the leap
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livinitwarrior said:
Then I'll take the leap
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Boom. Do it. Lemme know how it works out
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[Q] How to root Droid Maxx on 4.4.4

Sorry if I missed something as I am a new member, but as title says, I've RSDed Droid Maxx to 4.4.4 and lost root, is there a way to root it again so that I can get native tethering to work again. Thanks!

Nope, you are going to have to wait until a new root method is released. You are as stuck as possible.
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itanas said:
Sorry if I missed something as I am a new member, but as title says, I've RSDed Droid Maxx to 4.4.4 and lost root, is there a way to root it again so that I can get native tethering to work again. Thanks!
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There's always paying for the unlock code, depending on what build you have. Got my code couple days ago and it worked. So much easier having boot loader unlocked.
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gfrrt said:
There's always paying for the unlock code, depending on what build you have. Got my code couple days ago and it worked. So much easier having boot loader unlocked.
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How do I go about unlocking a Verizon Droid Maxx? I assume after unlocking i'll have the ability to root it, which will allow for native tethering app to get modified and work.

itanas said:
How do I go about unlocking a Verizon Droid Maxx? I assume after unlocking i'll have the ability to root it, which will allow for native tethering app to get modified and work.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2751177
For me I downloaded and installed moto x tool to PC. Don't remember where I got it. Just search it in these forums. Use moto x tool to fastboot flash twrp. Booted into recovery and when leaving it ask do you want to install su. Say yep. Bam! rooted.
Here's moto x tool it comes with trwp
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2477132
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unlock keys dont work for 2013 build dates of droid maxx... any other way to modify tethering entitlement file to enable native tether on 4.4.4?

itanas said:
unlock keys dont work for 2013 build dates of droid maxx... any other way to modify tethering entitlement file to enable native tether on 4.4.4?
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None that I know of. These devs are very smart though. They'll figure it out soon I'm sure.
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gfrrt said:
For me I downloaded and installed...east on VZW phones with a locked bootloader).
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rlmesq said:
That just runs the SlapMyMoto and WPnomo processes. I believe it only works on 4.2.2, not any KitKat builds (at least on VZW phones with a locked bootloader).
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Yeah I paid and unlocked my boot loader.
Then used moto x to install trwp and su for root. Also used it to get rid of that ugly unlocked nag logo and install that awesome xda logo.
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itanas said:
unlock keys dont work for 2013 build dates of droid maxx... any other way to modify tethering entitlement file to enable native tether on 4.4.4?
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Not without root

Topsnake said:
Not without root
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So then the only other option (aside from waiting for 4.4.4 root exploit to get figured out) is to get Developer Edition of Droid Maxx? If I get that, is root pretty much guaranteed every time there is an update, including will I be able to root 4.4.4 and therefore modify native hotspot's entitlement file? Thanks.

itanas said:
So then the only other option (aside from waiting for 4.4.4 root exploit to get figured out) is to get Developer Edition of Droid Maxx? If I get that, is root pretty much guaranteed every time there is an update, including will I be able to root 4.4.4 and therefore modify native hotspot's entitlement file? Thanks.
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Yes and yes

I retained root through ota lost native tether
Topsnake said:
Yes and yes
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I just want native tethering back I took the update impatientley I know bla bla anyway I was able to retain root and have replaced the entitlement service apk that was missing after install. Phone didn't want me to copy but after going into the terminal and copying it I still cannot tether. Any Ideas??

calarco3 said:
I just want native tethering back I took the update impatientley I know bla bla anyway I was able to retain root and have replaced the entitlement service apk that was missing after install. Phone didn't want me to copy but after going into the terminal and copying it I still cannot tether. Any Ideas??
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You lost write protect off. You cant copy it back. Try the method posted in the general section

I was able to copy in the terminal or at least got no error

calarco3 said:
I was able to copy in the terminal or at least got no error
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Yeah and then when you rebooted it reverted the changes because you don't have write protect disabled.

bootloader
who do i pay to get my unlock code for my xt1080 maxx

See my post here....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=54175639
Potential Bootloader Unlock for Non-Dev Edition
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I'm sorry and I assume most of you will disagree with me, but 45 dollars is a rip off to have my phone rooted. I've never had a rooted android but I had a jail broken iPhone and I did love it, although I would never had paid for it, I don't see why I would invest such a high amount onto something that will never bring me more than advanced customization(I'm assuming that all that root does as its all that jailbreaking seemed to do) maybe I'm saying this because I'm not a developer myself and I don't work on these things, but having my phone rooted will always seem as a low priority. If it were 5-10 dollars id probably give in because of temptation to have cooler feaututes on my device. Anyway this is just my point of view and just wanted yo share .
gfrrt said:
There's always paying for the unlock code, depending on what build you have. Got my code couple days ago and it worked. So much easier having boot loader unlocked.
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itanas said:
unlock keys dont work for 2013 build dates of droid maxx... any other way to modify tethering entitlement file to enable native tether on 4.4.4?
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Guess all us '13s are all in the same locked up tight boat at the mursy of the dev gods haha

Confirm Sunshine 2.60 Unlocked My Droid Maxx Bootloader

Just confirming that my Droid Maxx Bootloader is now unlocked with Sunshine 2.60 . THANK YOU VERY MUCH JCASE !!!

Ditto!

Now get some details!
What build?
Rooted?

I will gladly test sunshine out on my MAXX 4.4 19.6.3 if anyone wants to send me a $25 PayPal. You know, for science.
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I was on safestrap, 4.4.4 system rooted wp off, older bootloader, and it worked witout a hitch.

Worked on mine. Rooted and WP off.
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natenate360 said:
You know, for science.
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I see what you did there
integraletotale said:
Worked on mine. Rooted and WP off.
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Great! Now you guys can update to 4.4.4 or run my port linked below! Specifically for you integrale my port fixes the LTE SMS/CALL issue when running GSM carriers.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2828366

Topsnake said:
I see what you did there
Great! Now you guys can update to 4.4.4 or run my port linked below! Specifically for you integrale my port fixes the LTE SMS/CALL issue when running GSM carriers.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2828366
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Talk slut!
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Caseyk621 said:
Talk slut!
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Lol I'm just shamelessly advertising.

Topsnake said:
Lol I'm just shamelessly advertising.
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That's THEE definition! Lol.
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Getting a license server error?
Edit: nvmd had to uninstall adblocker like it said LOL works great you da man Jcase!

Anyone have luck with the Droid Ultra? No Joy for Root.
Starting to hate this phone, thought other than battery, wireless charging, and screen size that was the only difference in the three Droid 2013 line?

Worked here too!
Droid Maxx assembled in 2013 on KitKat 4.4.4 rooted and sunshine worked flawlessly (minus changing from ART to Dalvik)
Side note: Wish there was an easy way to get rid of the unlocked bottloader message on the boot splash screen. I dont want to flash anything without a good way to revert just in case (see what i did there) of OTAs.

Spittinfire86 said:
Droid Maxx assembled in 2013 on KitKat 4.4.4 rooted and sunshine worked flawlessly (minus changing from ART to Dalvik)
Side note: Wish there was an easy way to get rid of the unlocked bottloader message on the boot splash screen. I dont want to flash anything without a good way to revert just in case (see what i did there) of OTAs.
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You can flash whatever boot logo you like without effecting your ability to ota update. You don't have to revert back
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Spittinfire86 said:
Droid Maxx assembled in 2013 on KitKat 4.4.4 rooted and sunshine worked flawlessly (minus changing from ART to Dalvik)
Side note: Wish there was an easy way to get rid of the unlocked bottloader message on the boot splash screen. I dont want to flash anything without a good way to revert just in case (see what i did there) of OTAs.
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You can also get rid of that message by using xposed.

What xposed mod?
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You can also get rid of that message by using xposed.
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Archangel said:
What xposed mod?
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Sorry I might be wrong this time I thought I read it in a thread somewhere I can't find it.

Worked like a charm.
KK 4.4.2 WP-Off, rooted. BL-Locked (Was )
In addition to $25 I'm sending my sincere thanks to jcase

Caseyk621 said:
You can flash whatever boot logo you like without effecting your ability to ota update. You don't have to revert back
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bluh5d said:
Sorry I might be wrong this time I thought I read it in a thread somewhere I can't find it.
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There is a thread about this located here...
just download the files and flash logo.bin
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2682932

OK so you have to be rooted already. Anyone have luck with getting temp root on 4.4.4
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How to root?

Hello,
I have verizon razr hd xt926 stock version 4.4.2 i am unable to root through towelroot what is another solution for root, unlock bootloader and recovery.
Please help.

Take a look around and read a little bit but I'm pretty sure it's been mentioned a few times that once you upgrade to stock 4.4.2 there is no such thing as rooting or unlocking your bootloader anymore. They've locked it down. Google the specific version that you have.

grnsl2 said:
Take a look around and read a little bit but I'm pretty sure it's been mentioned a few times that once you upgrade to stock 4.4.2 there is no such thing as rooting or unlocking your bootloader anymore. They've locked it down. Google the specific version that you have.
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Oh i am on latest build jul 2014 means i cant root it? May be there is any solution plz help

Is it possible i downgrade version and then root it

efuzone said:
Is it possible i downgrade version and then root it
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No
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RikRong said:
No
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So it means i lost the chance no any solution?

efuzone said:
So it means i lost the chance no any solution?
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Yes. You will forever have that device running whatever it is you have. NEVER take new OTAs until you read up on them and learn the effects of what the update does. Some updates are good to go and will allow you to unlock and root. Others, which it looks like in your case, will not allow you to unlock and root.
Best bet, find a broken device on ebay or amazon that is still able to be unlocked, buy it, and have it shipped to you. Also purchase any tools needed to open your device and a T5 screwdriver. Do a motherboard swap and then follow any guides on here to get the unlockable OTA to your device.
Good luck with this issue, we'll be here to help where/when we can.

Downgrade to JB 4.2.

Hello, I've done a little research and I need your help.
I have Motorola Droid Maxx non-dev with 4.4.4., 21.11.21.obake, SU4.21 and I would like to downgrade to first firmware. I know that I need unlock my bootloader and Sunshine app works with SU4.21 well so I will use it. My problem is I need working root. I can't find any. I tried kingroot and other 2 similar to kingroot with no succes. Please help.
Thanks a lot.

Use the temp root
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Durteedee said:
Use the temp root
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Ok, thanks. And when I'm unlocked I can just flash via rsdlite?

Nope I don't think you can downgrade at all
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Durteedee said:
Nope I don't think you can downgrade at all
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A lot of people are saying if you have unlocked bootloader you can but noone is saying HOW!

Downgrade
fufixiil said:
A lot of people are saying if you have unlocked bootloader you can but noone is saying HOW!
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My maxx is messed up and needs some work so I have been playing with it.
Once your android version gets to 4.4.4 you will get a downgrade security warning and it will not let you proceed with the downgrade. At least I have not found a way.
But... If you use mfastboot you can downgrade 'parts' of it. There are some things like the gpt image that will trigger the warning and not let you flash that part, but I have been able to get my maxx 'partially' downgraded so that the version listed is 4.2.2 using mfastboot by flashing one part at a time.