I'm new at your site, and am rather lost in moving around to gain the procedure/files for the subject. Please advise
Added: this is model # SGH-T959, I think made exclusive for TMobile, call a Vibrant, a Galaxy S (might be called S1.....as 2,3,4,5 followed) So be sure tp point me in the right direction for this answer. Thanks
Fooz78 said:
I'm new at your site, and am rather lost in moving around to gain the procedure/files for the subject. Please advise
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There are many different ways to root an S5.
First of all you need to indentify your exact device model/variant.
The international S5 with LTE is the SM-G900F, the Exynos variant without LTE is SM-G900H, and there are some more carrier specific variants (T-Mobile, Sprint, Verzion, etc.).
Here is a rooting thread for S5: [HOW TO][ALL VARIANTS][19/11/ Gain root, custom recovery, prep for modding on your S5
Keep in mind that flashing a custom recovery or kernel will trigger the KNOX flag.
I have KNOX triggered to 0x1 ... and it's fine for me. But it's your choice.
For rooting with KNOX 0x0, you may have to root with TowelRoot. But this is for some variants of the S5 only. And needs older firmware.
Easiest rooting method IMO is flashing CF-Auto-Root from Chainfire: [SM-G900*] CF-Auto-Root ... but this will also trigger KNOX.
If you habve further questions, just ask in the [SUPPORT THREAD] The Galaxy ~S5~ All in one support thread!**NOOB FRIENDLY** thread.
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It_ler said:
There are many different ways to root an S5.
First of all you need to indentify your exact device model/variant.
The international S5 with LTE is the SM-G900F, the Exynos variant without LTE is SM-G900H, and there are some more carrier specific variants (T-Mobile, Sprint, Verzion, etc.).
Here is a rooting thread for S5: [HOW TO][ALL VARIANTS][19/11/ Gain root, custom recovery, prep for modding on your S5
Keep in mind that flashing a custom recovery or kernel will trigger the KNOX flag.
I have KNOX triggered to 0x1 ... and it's fine for me. But it's your choice.
For rooting with KNOX 0x0, you may have to root with TowelRoot. But this is for some variants of the S5 only. And needs older firmware.
Easiest rooting method IMO is flashing CF-Auto-Root from Chainfire: [SM-G900*] CF-Auto-Root ... but this will also trigger KNOX.
If you habve further questions, just ask in the [SUPPORT THREAD] The Galaxy ~S5~ All in one support thread!**NOOB FRIENDLY** thread.
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Reply: Model is SGH-T959, which is TMobile, Galaxy S, Vibrant. Much older than a S5 you mentioned.....like 4 models earlier.
I would choose a simple method given the choice. I am not concerned with a void of a warranty as they are long gone in time. I do not know what a Knox unless that is related to tell of the ROOT against the MFGR.
Thanks for any help!!
Fooz78 said:
Reply: Model is SGH-T959, which is TMobile, Galaxy S, Vibrant. Much older than a S5 you mentioned.....like 4 models earlier.
I would choose a simple method given the choice. I am not concerned with a void of a warranty as they are long gone in time. I do not know what a Knox unless that is related to tell of the ROOT against the MFGR.
Thanks for any help!!
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Upps ... where are my glasses.
Sorry.
Here is the wiki for your device: Samsung Galaxy S/SGH-T959 (including a section for rooting).
And here is the Samsung Vibrant > Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting > ★★★ NOOB GUIDE :: Root :: Odin :: Files :: Guides ★★★ thread.
There you will get best advices and help.
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Hi, I can't seem to find any root techniques for the Galaxy S4 SCH i545 white 16GB Verizon running android 4.4.2 Kit kat i believe. There was a root previously but it was F**ked up because samsung did an update to my phone without asking me. So i am in need of assistance.
Fast reply is appreciated 100%
i don't mind waiting a little if needed not in a hurry.
Hi,
I am not sure of the info in this thread will still work on your newer version, but you could ask for help here perhaps,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2735172
Good luck!
hello,
i just purchased a straight talk samsung galaxy 3 sch-s968c. I would like someone to direct me to some instructions on how to root this device and maybe add some custom firmware. thanks
timwhess said:
hello,
i just purchased a straight talk samsung galaxy 3 sch-s968c. I would like someone to direct me to some instructions on how to root this device and maybe add some custom firmware. thanks
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Hmm ... I found a rooting thread ([Tutorial] Rooting the Sprint GalaxyS3 the Easy Way), but it is closed as it seems that this method no longer works.
There a user ("Thecrazyone1") of the same device reported taht he could successfully root. Maybe you can ask (PM) him, how he got it rooted.
Here is the general rooting link for the Sprint S3: How to root the Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III ... which seems to be very similar to your device.
You can also check the Sprint Galaxy S3 FAQ updated 5/27/2013, there is a linbk to a video guide for rooting.
Here is a thread about your device: S3 straight talk verison rooting/general questions..
And here is another one: [Q] How To Root the Straight Talk SCH-S968C Samsung Galaxy S III.
Maybe you can get better answers there.
Good luck !
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Happy new year !
Hi, I've been searching the whole the web for rooting a at&t samsung galaxy s5 android version 5.0 for a week now. I haven't found a single way. All methods for rooting any other model works. But none have succeeded with the at&t model. I heard you can downgrade it if you have 5.0 but it can brick your phone. I wanted to try it but I didn't want to take the risk. If anyone knows a way to root the at&t samsung galaxy s5 please help me and others tying to find the answers. Thank You.
Duplicate thread. Please see my response from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/xda-assist/help-rooting-samsung-galaxy-s5-att-5-0-t3141151
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Hi, I've been searching the whole the web for rooting a at&t samsung galaxy s5 android version 5.0 for a week now. I haven't found a single way. All methods for rooting any other model works. But none have succeeded with the at&t model. I heard you can downgrade it if you have 5.0 but it can brick your phone. I wanted to try it but I didn't want to take the risk. If anyone knows a way to root the at&t samsung galaxy s5 please help me and others tying to find the answers. Thank You.
Hello, thank you for using XDA Assist.
THIS ROOT METHOD is also compatible with your device. Any further assistance just ask in that thread.
Thank you! and Google Luck!