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[TUTORIAL]How to root Alcatel 918N (HARD WAY) when Superoneclick and Unlockroot fails

NOTE: I will not be held responsible on anything that may happens to your phone... This proceedure is to DO IT ON YOUR OWN RISK!! and rooting the phone may void your warranty ..
Its better to try Superoneclick and Unlockroot procedure first before you try this!! this is just your last option when you think both fails to root your phone.
These are the steps I did to successfully root my cheap Alcatel OT-918N (white from SUN Carrier Philippines) in chronological order.
Credits should go to breakk and his team and the forum where it was posted http://www.movilesdualsim.com/foro/threads/9022-TUTORIAL-ROOTEAR-ALCATEL-OT-918-D-(Android-2-3-5) This is the 3rd procedure they suggested I just translated it.. Thanks a lot mates!!!
Download all and follow all instructions carefully:
1. Drivers MTK6516_PL-2303_para_XP, vista y win 7.rar--- http://www.mediafire.com/?32e6q4fzx7ahoeh
2. 918D system.img (pass: breakk.movilesdualsim.com)--- http://www.mediafire.com/?f4dahqmmucqha9c
3. flash tool and scatter.txt --- http://www.mediafire.com/?9w5b5h1ywseljrr
4. EXtract all downloads to a single folder that can be easily located.
5. Backup your files
6. make sure the phone is charged with enough battery then turn the phone off
7. while its off connect the phone to your PC using a USB Cable
8. An unknown device will appear instantly
9. choose to update driver manualy.Depending on the OS you have (xp, vista, 7) install the appropriate driver from STEP 1.
10. If you installed the drivers correctly UNPLUG your phone and you can now proceed to the next step
11. run "Flash_tool.exe" from the extracted files
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12. click on the yellow folder button on the right that says "Scatter-loading"
13. browse for the file MT6573_Android_scatter_Alcatel_OT_918D.txt select it and click open
14. it will gives you an ERROR [WARNING HINT] JUST PROCEED and click OK
15. a list will appear, scroll down and CLICK the BOX beside "ANDROID"
16. then double click on the word "Android" and browse for the file system.img (the file you downloaded in Step 2) and open it
17. Now click the button Download in the top of the flashtool window
18. This will initiate a 15 second countdown at the bottom of the window, plug the 918N in the usb port during this countodown (the phone must be off)
19. You will see a yellow bar @ the bottom, wait until it goes reaches 100%. Once this is done there will be a message that will report that you successfully completed the process,also a green/white circle will appear in the flashtool and on the screen of your mobile the battery charging indicator will appear. UNPLUG the phone from the usb port and press the POWER. The phone will start and the Android logo will appear, now just wait a few minutes without touching anything on the phone (buttons or touchscreen), it will take some time to load the system.img. Once the screen displays the menu that asks for password the for 2 SIM cards you are ready, you have succesfully rooted the 918N!!! JUST HIT THE THANKS BUTTON
For Custom Roms try here http://www.symbianize.com/showthread.php?t=688494&highlight=alcatel+918N

Is a good tutorial.
Greetings.

breakk said:
Is a good tutorial.
Greetings.
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thanks this is all you guys

I did not continue because when I plug in my phone while powered off I see only "MTK65xx Preloader" and another unknown device. The unknown one disappears forever. I chose to manually install the driver for MTK65XX preloader thing with the mobileuncle one. When I reconnect it Windows still tries to install the driver. This might be because the drivers weren't properly installed.
I'm not risking it until this one is cleared up XD I know what to expect from the flash tool, but the driver installation in Windows is unclear (windows itself, not this tutorial)
Edit: LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL I don't know what I just did. I tried Easy Rooting Toolkit and SuperOneClick (again) and magically my phone got rooted. LOL. Dunno what happened there (other than enabling everything under "Development"). Thank you, heavens.

kpbotbot said:
I did not continue because when I plug in my phone while powered off I see only "MTK65xx Preloader" and another unknown device. The unknown one disappears forever. I chose to manually install the driver for MTK65XX preloader thing with the mobileuncle one. When I reconnect it Windows still tries to install the driver. This might be because the drivers weren't properly installed.
I'm not risking it until this one is cleared up XD I know what to expect from the flash tool, but the driver installation in Windows is unclear (windows itself, not this tutorial)
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You can reinstall the driver again when it ask you the second time. And once the driver is not installed it will not established a connection to your phone and the flash tool will give you an error saying no device is connected. It will abort the flashing process so nothing will be flashed and all will be the same... The only thing you should be afraid of is when the yellow thing runs and you accedentally stop the process before reaching 100%. And lot of courage is needed as well. Hahaha
Sent from my HTC Glacier using xda premium

And the MTK65XX Preloader is the driver you need to install. When it popup dont choose search automatically, choose the other one and manually locate for the drivers youve download
Sent from my HTC Glacier using xda premium

Sir Jbazt_katuforzs i'm using windows 7 32bit i just can't install the preloader driver and i don't know why. Tried the exe installer and manual but still when i'm connecting it on data cable it can't find the preloader like what "kpbotbot" 's experiencing. The Manual installation is loading a modem driver for the device.

Drag0nh3art76 said:
Sir Jbazt_katuforzs i'm using windows 7 32bit i just can't install the preloader driver and i don't know why. Tried the exe installer and manual but still when i'm connecting it on data cable it can't find the preloader like what "kpbotbot" 's experiencing. The Manual installation is loading a modem driver for the device.
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Choose the driver depending on your OS. Did the pc recognized an unknown device when you plug the phone while its off? If not the previous drivers you've installed from superoneclick and unlockroot messes the ports. Try to install it on a different pc running xp. It will only take you 5-10 mins

thanks

at last! I'm rooted! THANKS A LOT!!

thanks for this very reliable and detailed information.. got my unit rooted

im having problems on how to redetect my sd card and how to uninstall the pre installed apps but i already got the superuser does that mean its already rooted?

I tryed with my 918 (not 918N or 918D) and not work.
Any solution

JovanK said:
I tryed with my 918 (not 918N or 918D) and not work.
Any solution
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it should work... for custom roms go here... http://www.symbianize.com/showthread.php?t=688494&highlight=alcatel+918N

vsk23 said:
im having problems on how to redetect my sd card and how to uninstall the pre installed apps but i already got the superuser does that mean its already rooted?
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try to install a root app to check root acces

Hi sir, sad to say 3 methods posted on your tutorial didnt worked on my 2.3.6. Recently acquired this unit yesterday as retention/loyalty from Sun Cellular. Hope there will be an update soon. Thanks!

4trackmind said:
Hi sir, sad to say 3 methods posted on your tutorial didnt worked on my 2.3.6. Recently acquired this unit yesterday as retention/loyalty from Sun Cellular. Hope there will be an update soon. Thanks!
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hi 4trackmind,
i'm interested in the new 2.3.6 kernel. can you try the steps posted here? www symbianize com/showpost.php?p=11514350&postcount=1
there are 2 sections on that page, flashing a custom recovery image and rooting by using an update. do tell us if both sections work.

mightnare said:
hi 4trackmind,
i'm interested in the new 2.3.6 kernel. can you try the steps posted here? www symbianize com/showpost.php?p=11514350&postcount=1
there are 2 sections on that page, flashing a custom recovery image and rooting by using an update. do tell us if both sections work.
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Tried the one posted sir but still error message. See attached screenies.

able to root
Thanks a lot i was able to root my Alcatel glory!!! next stop installing a ROM

2.3.6 and Rooted..
just want to share, i successfully rooted my OT-918N from SunCellular PH with Android 2.3.6 using the following scatter.txt and recovery.img file.
the procedure is the almost the same. skipping the loading of system.img as we are only after the custom recovery to be able to install superuser and busybox.
another thing is i set the flashtool to USB Mode instead of scanning to com ports... hope you get the same results as i did.

Micromax Funbook Infinity - Development Thread

Funbook Infinity (P275)
Android Develepment​
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Things to know before proceeding:
1. Do proper research before doing any thing to your lovely device.
2. I am not responsible for the bricked devices or broken hearts.
3. For development to take place there should be a place where all can share there views. So this would be a place for all the users
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RULES:
1. No one should post any type of warez.
2. If u have any problem calm.down and post it here.
3. No fights!!
4. And last never copy quote the whole OP ..just quote the portion u want to keep the thread clean
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Installing ADB Drivers​
1st Method
REQUIREMENTS:​Download the drivers from this LINK
In the website Click on Download and then drivers to download drivers for P275
Method​1. Connect your tablet to the computer with usb debuging on.
2. Right Click on My computer and click on porperties. Click on Device manager on the Top left corner.
3. In device Manager you will see Android under "Other Devices"
4. Right click on Android and click update drivers.
5. Click on "Browse my Computer for Driver Software"
6. Click on Browse And select the USB drivers folder under the Driver folder which you have downloaded and click OK And then Next.
8. Installation will start and a warnig would appear...Click on Install anyway and your Adb Drivers will be installed
9. That android under other devices will disappear and Android Comosite Adb Interface will come under Android Phone.
2nd Method:
Firstly Download a Software called Moborobo and intall it in your PC : Link
Now In your tablet go to SETTINGS>Develeper Options and tick usb debugging.
Now connect ur tablet to PC via usb cable and open moborobo.
Now moborobo will install the drivers.
Rooting Guide​
Download the Rooting Kit from Here. [Credits: Bin4ry for his amzing program]
Connect your tablet to the pc with drivers installed.
Now extract the Rooting Kit anywhere and open RunMe.bat
Choose normal by pressing 1 and then Enter
Now you will be asked to restore you Data on your phone. Click restore my data
Now hold your heart and sit down for 2 minutes and voila!! Your device is rooted
ClockWorkMod​
Your Funbook Infinity Must Be Rooted In Order To Install CWM.
1) Downlad CWM_P275.zip from HERE [MEDIAFIRE]
2) Put both Novo_Tools_1_0.apk and recovery.img in /sdcard of your Funbook Infinity.
3) Install Novo_Tools_1_0.apk as a normal app.
4) Open NovoTools and grant SU (SuperUser) permissions.
5) Click Flash Recovery in NovoTools.
6) Next Click Enter Recovery in NovoTools and You will go to CWM Recovery 6.
Note :
i) If You Want to Go To Recovery :
ii) Switch Off the Tab.
iii) Press and Hold Home And Power Keys.
or
Use Novo7Tools.
iv) CWM Recovery will open.
In CWM Recovery , Use Home Button to Scroll and Power Button to Select an Option. Remember You cannot Go Back...
Removing Bloatware​
Bloatware are the apps which are of no use but can't be deleted as they come preintsalled on your device. These app consume ram and sytem memory both
Steps:
This tutorial uses ‘root explorer’ app to select and move files, but ‘ES file explorer’ can also be used to follow these steps.
Open ‘root explorer’ and grant root permissions to ‘root explorer’.
Navigate to /system/app folder. Go to options.
Tap on ‘Multi-select’ and start selecting following apps (bloatware for me, may not be for you) from the folder – Email.apk, entertainment.apk, Exchange.apk, Exchange.odex, games.apk, GMS_Maps.apk, livetv.apk, LiveWallpapers.apk, LiveWallpapers.odex, Talk.apk.
Either delete these from ‘root explorer’ or move to SD card if you plan to use them later.
Enjoy a faster funbook
Caution : please ask before deleting something which you don't know what it is about in system/app as all files there are not bloatware. One user had to go to service center because of it.
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it inspires me

Roms Section​
Stock Rom​
Links
Download rom fromTHIS WEBSITE
There are 2 versions of rom :
V1 : doesn't contains that vriti learning app
V2 : contains that vriti learning material
Livesuite-Link
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Flashing Procedure
1. Double click the
LivesuitPack_version_1.07 as
shown below to extract the
tool.(After extracting it from
RAR).
2. Check that all the folders are extracted as
below.
3. Open the tool. It will show a popup shown
in the image below.
4. Click on yes.
5. It will ask to select upgrade mode click on
Format.
6. It will ask to select the image file click on
yes.
7. Select the image file.
8. Do not click on finish.
9. Hold the home key of the tablet and
connect it to your PC while holding the
home button.
10. It will prompt you to install the drivers.
Install them and do not release the home
button.
11. When you have installed the drivers press
the power button 10 times and the flashing
will start..
12. It will ask for mandatory format and
force format click on yes on both.
13. After the status bar has completed click
on OK.
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Cyanogen Mod 10​
Flashing Procedure
I cudn't make the guide due to lack of time ..sry
you can follow this website for cm10
Link
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Mods Section​
Swap SD Card​
Follow my this guide to swap internal and external SD card
Click here for Thread
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The guide contains swaping script for both STOCK ROM and CM 10

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Faq

F.A.Q​.
Q : Does Rooting the tablet has any risks?
A : No there is no Risk as such but everything you do is at your own risk
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Q : I want XYZ thing for my tablet?
A : Kindly post here
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Q : I want some help ?
A : Ok calm down. Post here what help you want but please don't PM me as On Mobile app there is no notificationfor PM, So id on't read them.
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Q ; Oh my god!! Thanx a lot Dude. The guide awesome...
A : Ok...If u liked my work you can simply hit Thanks button to apreciate my work and rate this thread five stars
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Waiting for 3G Modem installation guide....

jPush said:
Waiting for 3G Modem installation guide....
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3G modem u mean 3g dongle..:what:

luvk1412 said:
3G modem u mean 3g dongle..:what:
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yes

jPush said:
yes
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Why do u need guide fir it...just connect ur dongle via otg cable and internet is configured
Hit thnx for every help

SWAPING SCRIPT FOR CM 10 ADDED ND OTHER THINGS UPDATED
Hit thnx for every help

Sry guyz i m leaving for 2months...i have updated my thread completely....and ya will surely keep my promise for making the custom rom..you will get it

Cannot delete stuff from extSD card
Cannot delete files or folders from external SD card.
Using ES File Explorer or any other explorer.
Tried using Remount. But it didn't help.
What to do?

Try to connect the external SD card to Pc using a card reader, backup the contents of the card and then format it and put the data back.... It may work....
Sent from my Micromax A110 using xda premium

[ROOT/GUIDE] Zest T1-G46

Hi guys
This is my first attempt at guides. I recently purchased a Zest T1. and because it's a new device, it does not have proper root packages. So here is a guide for those with that device. This is a simple process.
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Disclaimer:
Although the methods used have worked for me, you will perform this at your own risk. I (or any affiliates) will not be held responsible for any damage and/or data loss incurred by this process.
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You will need the following:
* Your phone MUST be repartitioned with 20140714_e2101v82_zest (the method that Zest Mobile gave to repart the device)
* Your device cannot be encrypted. MTKDroidTools cannot read the system if your files are encrypted. If your device has been encrypted, remove the encryption to root. You can add it later.
* MtkDroidTools v2.5.3
* ADB (though MTK does have it packaged)
* SuperSU zip install (Found on chainfire's website) - on phone memory
The Process:
[If you have used debugging mode before, then you are ready to go, otherwise, please enable debugging mode in Developer Options]
1) Plug your phone in, make sure that your device is recognised
2) Open Command Prompt
3) Type in the following (this is environment dependant, but to be sure, navigate to where ADB is installed):
adb root
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This will restart ADB in root shell mode
4) Open MTKDroid Tools. It should recognise your device in root shell mode (green box in bottom right, if not, then repeat step 3)
5) Click on the tab 'root,backup,recovery' and select 'to use boot from phone' then click on 'recovery and boot' and shortly after a dialogue box will appear asking if you want to 'make cwm recovery automatically' click yes
6) reboot your phone in recovery (via MTKDroid tools or if you are prompted to via above step)
7) You will now be in CWM. Choose 'install zip from sdcard', and select the storage that you downloaded the file to (most commonly 'choose zip from internal sdcard, downloads)
8) Install the zip and reboot.
This is a very high-level overview. If you need more clarification on anything, let me know.
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Disclaimer:
Although the methods used have worked for me, you will perform this at your own risk. I (or any affiliates) will not be held responsible for any damage and/or data loss incurred by this process.
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I keep getting a OTA error missing scatter when trying to install the su zip. Any ideas?

Dippybot said:
I keep getting a OTA error missing scatter when trying to install the su zip. Any ideas?
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The supersu.zip file is flashed via the recovery and not via MTK Droid tools.

Dippybot said:
I keep getting a OTA error missing scatter when trying to install the su zip. Any ideas?
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This process is to install CWM in order to flash SuperSU.
Place the SuperSU zip on your phone memory (or SD card, whatever works for you). If you have run steps 4-6, then reboot in recovery (either via MTKDroid tools, or adb reboot-recovery). If you have not run steps 4-6, start there.

ka13b said:
This process is to install CWM in order to flash SuperSU.
Place the SuperSU zip on your phone memory (or SD card, whatever works for you). If you have run steps 4-6, then reboot in recovery (either via MTKDroid tools, or adb reboot-recovery). If you have not run steps 4-6, start there.
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I get the invalid OTA package, missing scatter when running the zip file in recovery
The process starts on the phone in recovery but then aborts

Dippybot said:
I get the invalid OTA package, missing scatter when running the zip file in recovery
The process starts on the phone in recovery but then aborts
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Can you confirm the version number of CWM?

ka13b said:
Can you confirm the version number of CWM?
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Excuse the nube question but what is CWM?
I'm a long time iPhone user trying out Android for the first time

Dippybot said:
Excuse the nube question but what is CWM?
I'm a long time iPhone user trying out Android for the first time
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CWM, or ClockWorkMod is the recovery part (amoung others) of your Android Device. This is where you "flash" zips to your phone. In step 5, you actually install this to your phone.
5) Click on the tab 'root,backup,recovery' and select 'to use boot from phone' then click on 'recovery and boot' and shortly after a dialogue box will appear asking if you want to 'make cwm recovery automatically' click yes
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If you don't follow this step, the stock recovery won't be able to flash your device. Also, have you repartitioned your phone (with the Zest approved method)?

ka13b said:
CWM, or ClockWorkMod is the recovery part (amoung others) of your Android Device. This is where you "flash" zips to your phone. In step 5, you actually install this to your phone.
If you don't follow this step, the stock recovery won't be able to flash your device. Also, have you repartitioned your phone (with the Zest approved method)?
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Have repartitioned.
Did the Recovery and boot. Did not reboot the handset.
--->>> Connect to device <<<---
- Boot kernel version =3.4.67
It is created: C:\Users\Derek Swart\Desktop\ZEST T1\Mtk Droid Tools\recovery\Zest_T1_G46_2014_140715__boot_patched_140723-125326.img
--- ATTENTION! Recovery doesn't suit this phone!
-- installation is skipped!
--- install C:\Users\Derek Swart\Desktop\ZEST T1\Mtk Droid Tools\recovery\Zest_T1_G46_2014_140715__boot_patched_140723-125326.img
--- task is complete ---
Got this message in Mtk Droid Tools

Dippybot said:
Have repartitioned.
Did the Recovery and boot. Did not reboot the handset.
--->>> Connect to device <<<---
- Boot kernel version =3.4.67
It is created: C:\Users\Derek Swart\Desktop\ZEST T1\Mtk Droid Tools\recovery\Zest_T1_G46_2014_140715__boot_patched_140723-125326.img
--- ATTENTION! Recovery doesn't suit this phone!
-- installation is skipped!
--- install C:\Users\Derek Swart\Desktop\ZEST T1\Mtk Droid Tools\recovery\Zest_T1_G46_2014_140715__boot_patched_140723-125326.img
--- task is complete ---
Got this message in Mtk Droid Tools
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Okay, that's odd. What version of MTKDroid are you using? I used MtkDroidTools v2.5.3

ka13b said:
Okay, that's odd. What version of MTKDroid are you using? I used MtkDroidTools v2.5.3
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Yes

Dippybot said:
Yes
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Please post a screenshot of MtkDroidTools if possible. The only time I have seen this error is when either the root shell is not active, or the device has not been repartitioned.

ka13b said:
Please post a screenshot of MtkDroidTools if possible. The only time I have seen this error is when either the root shell is not active, or the device has not been repartitioned.
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Will do. Just had a thought, could the phone being encrypted have something to do with the issue?

Dippybot said:
Will do. Just had a thought, could the phone being encrypted have something to do with the issue?
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Here is the screen shot. Sorry it's an attachment. not sure how to actually drop it into the chat window.

Dippybot said:
Here is the screen shot. Sorry it's an attachment. not sure how to actually drop it into the chat window.
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Maybe remove the screenshot now. You forgot to mask IMEI and other important info...
I'm looking into solutions. Will get back to you asap.

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Here is the screen shot. Sorry it's an attachment. not sure how to actually drop it into the chat window.
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Mine shows the same information, so I'm not sure what has happened. I'll PM for more info.

Encryption seemed to be the problem. Did a factory reset and the rooting worked first time!
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What ROMs are compatible with our device?

Dippybot said:
Encryption seemed to be the problem. Did a factory reset and the rooting worked first time!
---------- Post added at 10:26 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:15 AM ----------
What ROMs are compatible with our device?
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Glad it worked. Will add it to the post information.
I have not yet found a ROM for the device, but I will be working on one in the near future.

ka13b said:
I have not yet found a ROM for the device, but I will be working on one in the near future.
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Looking forward to trying it out.

ka13b said:
Glad it worked. Will add it to the post information.
I have not yet found a ROM for the device, but I will be working on one in the near future.
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Any updates re a custom rom for the Zest?

[Discussion][Guide][Root] Alcatel one touch 4037A/N/One Touch Evolve 2

[GUIDE] How to flash CWM or TWRP recovery and root your device!
Disclaimer: Your warranty is now void. You do this in your own risk. I do not take any responsibility to your device.
Credits: This root method was found from a facebook group that uses this phone, i am just posting it here. Give thanks to Eduardo Perez!
I ported TWRP recovery for this device and Eduardo did the CWM recovery. Also thank rua1 from XDA for his MTK droid tools. Koush for his driver installer.
USERS OF 4037N/T or any other model that is from T-Mobile, DO NOT TRY ANY OF THE RECOVERIES HERE. NOR TRY TO MOD IT IN ANY WAY. YOU WILL BRICK YOUR DEVICE.
See post #68 for more info
Notice for T-Mobile owners (4037N)(MetroPCS) Users!!
Requirements:
1. A windows PC
2. Universal ADB driver
3. ROOT ALCATEL 4037N 4.4.2 zip file
Instructions:
1. Download the ROOT ALCATEL 4037N 4.4.2 zip file here and extract it anywhere on your desktop.
2. Go inside the extracted folder and extract iRoot zip file and install iRoot. Disable any antivirus you may have or User Account Control(UAC).
3. After installing iRoot, go to your phone and enable USB debugging. Look up how to enable it on google if you don't know how to.
4. Run iRoot as administrator and then connect your phone.
5. Wait until it detects it and then press the root button and your phone will be rooted.
If you want to see a video of the rooting check here
BACKUP YOUR DEVICE BEFORE DOING ANYTHING IN THE EVENT SOMETHING GOES WRONG. BACKUP TUT HERE
Requirements:
1. A windows PC
2. SP flash tools
3. CWM or TWRP recovery
4. Universal ADB driver
5. MTK preloader driver
VIDEO TUT By nashj1975
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNWALNB9M-Q
[GUIDE] FLASH CWM/TWRP
1. Download the attached files below and extract them anywhere on your computer, then download the FLASHTOOLS and SP FLASHTOOL folder here and extract them.
2. Go to this link to get the drivers specifically for your phone. Install the program after the download is complete.
3. Go to the FLASHTOOLS folder and extract Driver_Windows_MTK_Preloader drivers and then go to auto install and install the drivers. This is for the preloader drivers which will be used later.
4. Install ADB driver by going to the Flash Tool folder and then adb folder, then locate the adb file and run it as administrator. Go to settings, then development if you don't see development go in about and click on the build number 7 times to enable development mode. Enable USB debugging.
5. Open the SP flash tools folder and run flashtool.exe as administrator.
6. If anything pops up just ignore it and click ok.
7. Go to option then connection and make sure auto detect is selected.
8. Go to scatter loading and click it, locate the scatter file from the extracted folder and open it.
9. When it opens click on the recovery option and click the check box.
10. Decide which recovery you want and rename it to recovery.img.
11. Click on the location in the same recovery option and choose your recovery.img
12. Turn off your phone and take out the battery.
13. Click on Download and then connect the phone to the PC.
14. If you did everything i said above, it will flash your chosen recovery.img and you will have a custom recovery.
[GUIDE] ROOT/Superuser
1. Reinsert the battery and turn on the phone.
2. Go to the alcatel 4037 folder that you extracted.
2.Place the root_grouper-tilapia_4.4_update.zip and superuser.zip on your sdcard or internal storage. ( If these root files don't work, just download the UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.46.zip and flash that.)
3. Turn off the phone and boot it into recovery mode.
4. Navigate using the volume keys for CWM recovery or just use touch for TWRP. Use the power button to select.
5.Select install zip from sdcard and choose zip from sdcard. Locate the zip files that you sent.
6. Flash the root_grouper-tilapia_4.4_update.zip first then flash the superuser.zip
7. Reboot your phone and there you go. Root Access
OR
ROOT YOUR PHONE USING THE 360 ROOT Chinese apk attached below.
Copy the 360ROOT.apk to your sdcard either internal or external.
Install it and then follow the screenshots below to see how to root.
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Yeah i know it says 4032A but it was just to show you how to use it.
After clicking on root your phone will be rooted. P.S You need an internet connection for the root apk to work.

How to unroot
This is a guide for unrooting your device. Download universal unroot from the play store, or look for an apk file.
Install it and bam you're unrooted.

How to make a backup of your device
There are many ways to back up your phone. Some are better than some but you can decide which you want to use.
1. Using recovery . Boot into recovery mode and select backup.
2. Using Mtk droid tools. Connect your device to the PC with usb debugging enabled. Run mtk droid tools as administrator and wait for it to load. Click on the root,backup and recovery tab. Select backup.
3. Using SP flash tool. This is recommended for those who don't yet have root on their device. There is an original post for this method from rua1 here

How to unbrick your device
Unbricking can be done using the One touch upgrade tool from the alcatel website http://www.alcatelonetouch.com/global-en/products/smartphones/pop_d3.html#.VLbhTiwYGzU
1. Download the Mobile Upgrade S 4.2.7 upgrade tool and install it
2. Turn off your device and take out the battery.
3. Reinsert the battery and open the tool.
4. Select your device from the drop down menu 4037 and follow the instructions from the tool.

I am trying to root the fierce 2 but it doesnt seem to flash the twrp recovery even though I am sure I did everything right! Nothing happens at the last step where you said to take out the battery then click download and connect the phone to the PC. Nothing happens the phone just shows the Actel logo and then vibrates and turns of then back on over and over. Any ideas?
Note I did not do step 5

GhostSamuraiX said:
I am trying to root the fierce 2 but it doesnt seem to flash the twrp recovery even though I am sure I did everything right! Nothing happens at the last step where you said to take out the battery then click download and connect the phone to the PC. Nothing happens the phone just shows the Actel logo and then vibrates and turns of then back on over and over. Any ideas?
Note I did not do step 5
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Use my unbricking method to restore your device, and i don't think Step 5 should be a problem.

Phones not in boot loop it works fine. Just nothing happens when I click download and connect the phone without the battery.

check your pm :good:

sweet my buddys been missing having root since he upgraded from the evolve, even better that there is a custom recovery.
whats the facebook group page cant seem to find it.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/556165774484796/ this is the link to the group on facebook...note the facebook group is in spanish tho so if you want you can use google chrome and let automatic translation do the work for you

Hi..thanks for ur guide...
I'm succesful root my 4035x
Sent from my 4035X using XDA Free mobile app

xmanner77 said:
Hi..thanks for ur guide...
I'm succesful root my 4035x
Sent from my 4035X using XDA Free mobile app
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great happy that i helped :good:

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Thread updated!!
Thread is updated with a video showing how to root the phone @Altnot

New Video
New video showing how to root is coming soon! Thanks to junior member @nashj1975. :highfive:

Stock ROM
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Thanks to OP. Successfully flashed CWM and rooted my OT 4035D (Alcatel One Touch Pop D3 with KitKat 4.4.2). Was unsuccesful with Towel Root, Framaroot and Kingo Root, but this did the trick! I already clicked your thanks button.

CVAngelo said:
Thanks to OP. Successfully flashed CWM and rooted my OT 4035D (Alcatel One Touch Pop D3 with KitKat 4.4.2). Was unsuccesful with Towel Root, Framaroot and Kingo Root, but this did the trick! I already clicked your thanks button.
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Nice glad i could help

Hi
Thanks

abdullah.alhossain said:
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You're welcome

[root] ulefone armor 2 - easy rooting procedure [SUPERSU]

Hello mates! What a heck of a problem rooting this fancy brick, right? Not anymore ! The guides available in here are very confusing and lack of simple information. I'm just trying to help.
Special thanks goes to sumec100 who made me into the first steps of this process.
Rooting the Brick
*What will you need in a first moment:
- SDK MANAGER AND PLATAFORM TOOLS ONLY https://developer.android.com/studio/index.html#downloads *end of the page, 132mb archive* (Plataform-tools is attached in case you can't find it)
- SuperSU: https://mega.nz/#!t2wGDbhL!H07JxlbmLH2tFQD7Frx2BKlJp0AyDthXkbEj6sw4z08 (this one worked out) (Leave it in your SD Card before start the process)
- TWRP ported by Jemmini from 4pda and translated to English by TuksOID. : https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Uwkl_2vqHfXkbLGmF-gKbs63UxVKmw_T
- ADB Driver Installer: http://adbdriver.com/downloads/
- ARMOR 2 Latest Drivers: https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B8NC4kBpjQhYdDNhdzdUdTRsRFE&usp=sharing
0) Go into your Ulefone Armor 2.
Settings >About phone > Tap ''build number'' 8 times until you see ''now you are a developer''.
Developer options> OEM unlocking (yes) >USB Debugging (Yes)
After all drivers are installed in Driver_Auto_Installer you downloaded from ulefone.com keep ADB Driver Installer open and plug in your phone on your PC. It will auto detects your MediaTek device. Just click ''Install'' wait until it finishes and close it. Now you are properly connected to your phone.
1) Open ''cmd.exe'' as an administrator.
Type: cd (path you unziped plataform-tools inside SDK tools folder) kind of looking like this: ''X:YOUR PATH\tools\platform-tools''
Put the recovery image you downloaded (I suggest you to rename it as ''recovery'') in ''plataform-tools''
2) Back to the cmd in the way you leaved it do it:
adb reboot bootloader Press Enter. The phone will reboot in fastboot mode. (I suppose you did not shut it down, please don't)
fastboot flashing unlock Press Enter. The phone will prompt you. Read the content of the text if you want. To keep going press ''Volume Up'' DO NOT INTERRUPT THIS PROCESS
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img Press Enter. Now the TWRP will be flashed. Note that I used ''recovery'' as file name.
After the successful flash:
fastboot boot recovery.img Press Enter. TWRP will now start.
3) Unplug your phone.
Your TWRP will show a ''Enter Code'' prompt since your device stills encrypted. Press ''Cancel''
Drag the bar to allow modifications;
Press ''Wipe'' in the main menu;
Drag the bar to do a Factory Reset (THIS IS NOT OPTIONAL);
Press ''Install'';
Select the SuperSU file you downloaded in the above. (I hope you copied it in your SDCard. If you did not, You can plug your phone in your PC, mount your Storage via TWRP, copy the zip file and keep going);
Drag the bar to flash SuperSU zip file (DO NOT select any parameters)
Press ''Wipe Dalvik/Cache''
Press ''Reboot System''
Wait for it.
If you had a successful boot, now your device is rooted. Cheers !
Did your device don't boot in 15 minutes? I'm quite sure you messed up but keep calm, don't panic!
Unbricking the brick
*What will you need:
SPFlashtool: https://spflashtools.com/windows/sp-flash-tool-v5-1728
Latest Ulefone Armor 2 ROM: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B8NC4kBpjQhYdEJTdTdpazVGQjg
The software is quite of auto-explained. Please, Do not use the Ulefone's SPFlashtool, use the one I provided. (I DID NOT CREATE IT)
Shut off your phone
In SPFlashtool set the ''scatter-loading file'' inside the ROM zip, Click ''choose'' and locate it.
Keep it ''Download Only''
Click ''Download'', SPFlashtool will be waiting for your device. (REMEMBER YOU NEED THE DRIVERS I QUOTED ABOVE FOR ALL PROCESSES)
Plug your phone.
Wait until SPFlashtool say it is finished.
[*]After that your phone is brand new. If you want to try again just go up and follow all steps again (Correcting mistakes, of course)
Known Issues
-Latest Magisk is not working with our Stock ROM. It bootloops.
-Latest Nougat Xposed Module Bootloops our phone too.
Any doubts or corrections please, say it !

TheReal V said:
*What will you need in a first moment:
- SDK MANAGER AND PLATAFORM TOOLS ONLY
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The download doesn't contain the platform tools anymore. They have been moved into an extra download:
developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools
Funny thing: I can't quote links because of new account oO

Have you tried the new ROM that came out last month on needrom?

TheReal V;76285584[FONT="Arial Black" said:
*What will you need in a first moment:[/FONT]
- SDK MANAGER AND PLATAFORM TOOLS ONLY https://developer.android.com/studio/index.html#downloads *end of the page, 132mb archive* (Plataform-tools is attached in case you can't find it)
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Hi,
Thank you for your work
but I could not find the platform tools 132mb archive in the link you provided.
The only download link close to 132mb is the 149mb I found.
Is this the file you were referring to?
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enzovic said:
Have you tried the new ROM that came out last month on needrom?
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No, I did not. I'm not messing with this system anymore (not enough time ) since I made my last format and root I decided to not try anything else since he is my daily driver and I need it workin 24/7

kaibird said:
Hi,
Thank you for your work
but I could not find the platform tools 132mb archive in the link you provided.
The only download link close to 132mb is the 149mb I found.
Is this the file you were referring to?
View attachment 4550585
Thank you
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That's right ! Inside this zip and inside sdk tools folder it should be a plataform-tools folder. If not, tell me !

Daugl said:
The download doesn't contain the platform tools anymore. They have been moved into an extra download:
developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools
Funny thing: I can't quote links because of new account oO
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You can go ahead and download it. I guess my attach was erased

kaibird said:
Hi,
Thank you for your work
but I could not find the platform tools 132mb archive in the link you provided.
The only download link close to 132mb is the 149mb I found.
Is this the file you were referring to?
View attachment 4550585
Thank you
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Quick Remember ! Plataform-tools is a tiny folder (15~30mb) The huge one is the sdk tools !!

Hey, everybody ! Plataform-tools is attached again ! You guys can download it again !

hey guys... sorry to comment in the old thread but I followed the guide and... my phone is booting always in the recovery I really don't know what I have to do now lol

Hi,
I have flashed successful the latest Ulefone Armor 2 Firmware from their site h**p://ulefone.com/download/armor2.html
Then I did all the necessary steps to root the phone. But when I first time start the SuperSU app, get a popup message "SuperSU needs to update"
and hit "OK". After a while get this failure:
"SU Update unsuccessful"
Regards...

After install SuperSu and press "Reboot System", my phone keeps booting into TWRP.
Can someone help me?

rafaelsenna said:
After install SuperSu and press "Reboot System", my phone keeps booting into TWRP.
Can someone help me?
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Fixed. I restored my original ROM using this this tutorial: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74294320&postcount=31
Now, Super SU is installed but is asking for update.

Hi all,
I managed to root my Armor 2 but after that I cannot install Netflix from Play Store. It says that device is not compatible.
Does anyone know if the app is restricted to rooted devices?
Thanks in advance

flashed the wrong recovery now stuck ( I used "one click" program )
phone constantly restarts and gives the following error
"
orange
state your device has been unlocked and can't be trusted your device
will boot in 5 seconds
"
the following video is someone else who has the same problem as me
( I didn't have a camera, so I used another video)
I can't do "fastboot and recovery" in any way. Always gives me this error
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJRqMPtKKX4

The best way to root armor 2
1) copy boot-verified.img from firmware folder to internal
2) install magisk
3) download any update in magisk
4) press install and select "select and patch a file"
5)select boot-verified. Img
6)after operation comlate copy magisk-patch. Img file in download folder to pc
7)flash it with sp flash tool