We need to get developers onto the ZMax 2 root because we all know how long the original ZMax root took. We have already figured out that all one click roots do not work with this phone, so like how the original team did, I believe we need to find a way to temp root put a custom recovery on and flash SU. Now I'm not a developer but we need to start somewhere.
Task List:
Temp Root
Recovery (For Root)
Root
Rom (Long Term Goal)
So if you are a developer, please help the ZMax 2 is a great phone.:fingers-crossed:
we do so bad! I've tried every one click app
jgrosstephanjr said:
We need to get developers onto the ZMax 2 root because we all know how long the original ZMax root took. We have already figured out that all one click roots do not work with this phone, so like how the original team did, I believe we need to find a way to temp root put a custom recovery on and flash SU. Now I'm not a developer but we need to start somewhere.
Task List:
Temp Root
Recovery (For Root)
Root
Rom (Long Term Goal)
So if you are a developer, please help the ZMax 2 is a great phone.:fingers-crossed:
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Yes yes yes. We need root access on this device
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Someone help us please. This device it's great for the price. It has many users. Devs needed bad! I
It's a kick a$$ little phone. It has and the biggest bang for the buck all day long: It has a 720 X 1080 HD5.5" screen, 2GB of RAM, 3000 mah "removable" battery, SD 410 (as opposed 200, 210 or 400 in that price range) and expandable micro SD for $79? Works as good on T-Mobile if you unlock it as any other T-Mobile phone would, and with LTE band 12. And the unlock is free too, just cant beat it.
Aside from not having a Super AMOLED quad HD screen and the camera not being the highest quality, it's as good as my Note 4 (for my usage). I would think there'd be tons of these floating around for some dev's to try and get root, but maybe it's just that tough a nut to crack...
Price is perfect to test now!
mewcatchew said:
It's a kick a$$ little phone. It has and the biggest bang for the buck all day long: It has a 720 X 1080 HD5.5" screen, 2GB of RAM, 3000 mah "removable" battery, SD 410 (as opposed 200, 210 or 400 in that price range) and expandable micro SD for $79? Works as good on T-Mobile if you unlock it as any other T-Mobile phone would, and with LTE band 12. And the unlock is free too, just cant beat it.
Aside from not having a Super AMOLED quad HD screen and the camera not being the highest quality, it's as good as my Note 4 (for my usage). I would think there'd be tons of these floating around for some dev's to try and get root, but maybe it's just that tough a nut to crack...
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And its $50 All over the place too. Check SlickDeals for info. I just bought two and I would love to see it rooted soon!
Upvote this to start a ZTE ZMax 2 forum: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=67089358&postcount=20523
Can somebody confirm that Kingo works?
See: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/potential-breakthough-rooting-zmax-2-t3391261
zte for developers only
jgrosstephanjr said:
We need to get developers onto the ZMax 2 root because we all know how long the original ZMax root took. We have already figured out that all one click roots do not work with this phone, so like how the original team did, I believe we need to find a way to temp root put a custom recovery on and flash SU. Now I'm not a developer but we need to start somewhere.
Task List:
Temp Root
Recovery (For Root)
Root
Rom (Long Term Goal)
So if you are a developer, please help the ZMax 2 is a great phone.:fingers-crossed:
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I purchased one a year ago and Ive become so frustrated by not finding a root Im prepared to offer it to someone else that can invest the time to find a root.The phone is in pristine condition,never even activated... email me for details,[email protected]
elimoviebuff said:
I purchased one a year ago and Ive become so frustrated by not finding a root Im prepared to offer it to someone else that can invest the time to find a root.The phone is in pristine condition,never even activated... email me for details,[email protected]
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There is a root method for LG devices that involves getting the phone into download mode and then using a script to root it from there. Based on my admittedly limited experience with this phone, I think a similar approach should work.
That process is detailed on this thread, and I was able to duplicate it on my ZMax 2 almost all the way.
Step one involved pushing some files via ADB - Check!
Step two was to get into download mode. - Check! (vol + & vol - and then insert USB cable)
Step three was to figure out the port being used. Mine was COM 3 - Check!
Step four was to use the "Send_Command.exe" file to initiate the process. Check!
I got as far as getting the "#" prompt but then... Well, the script is written for LG devices with their specific partitions and directory structures. My guess/hope is that modifying this process slightly by changing the *.sh file would be enough, but I'll leave that to greater minds than mine.
Ok..for the record..an older version of kingo root DOES successfully give you root...the problem is having root does NOT give you write access to /system. The emmc is still write protected. The method used to unlock many other ZTE models ( http://androidforums.com/threads/zte-write-protection-for-zmax-and-other-zte-phones.1040331/ ) does NOT work on the Z958 which is the "Zmax2" for AT&T (LOL) <-- I'm not laughing..that's the model. The z955a which is the "Zmax2 unlocked version" DOES work with the method found. Lucky us I guess..then again you can't get the unlocked zmax2 for $60 at bestbuy which seems to happen fairly regularly for the z958. It's also currently fairly easy to get the z958 unlocked.
ZTE's response when contacted regarding the locked bootloader is:
Dear Valued ZTE Customer
Thanks for contacting ZTE.
We are sorry to inform you that we do not support unlocking the bootloader and rooting the device.
We apologize for the inconvenience
Should there be further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Best Regards!
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Yeah thanks bunches ZTE. That email convinced me not to look at the Pro or the Axon 7 until they HAVE a working root/twrp. The reason I want the bootloader unlocked is I want to be able to install twrp and backup my phone to prevent bricking issues.
We really need a zmax2 forum so this information can be shared better.
Once you have it rooted with kingo root it will stay rooted till you reboot...take the opportunity to give yourself a semi permanent adb root shell [ http://androidforums.com/threads/semi-permanant-root-shell.1039076/ ] (not the same as gaining root but will allow you to do things like "wm density #" to see what the current dpi density is (both real dpi and "override" dpi)....I've found "wm density 260" works quite well. The default is 320.
I've also fought with ZTE on phone and through I'm session and they kept telling me same thing they do not assist in unlocking bootloader or root because it voids warranty once they told me that and the axon 7 was said to have unlockable bootloader I took the chance to use that as my advantage on the warranty issue and told me that it would not be bout warranty void anymore and they kept trying to beat round the bush and just kept saying we can not assist you on unlocking bootloader or gaining root do to warranty void
ive temp rooted with kingo pc and gained semi permanent adb root shell but still no full root but my question is has anyone experienced KINGroot causing a block on boot with triangle and ! symbol in the triangle to go to a black screen with led ring blinking white and having to factory reset the whole phone
One of the problems is that there are 2 zte zmax 2 variants
Z955a root
Didn't find anythong for the ATT Z958 variant tho
Hey Guys,
I managed to get root, then tried to dd twrp to the recovery partition, no go, shes now a brick, I was able to grab a few things from the kernel image however:
default.prop
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# ADDITIONAL_DEFAULT_PROPERTIES
#
ro.secure=1
ro.allow.mock.location=0
ro.debuggable=0
ro.zygote=zygote32
ro.build.version.security.patch=2016-05-01
camera2.portability.force_api=1
dalvik.vm.dex2oat-Xms=64m
dalvik.vm.dex2oat-Xmx=512m
dalvik.vm.image-dex2oat-Xms=64m
dalvik.vm.image-dex2oat-Xmx=64m
ro.dalvik.vm.native.bridge=0
persist.sys.usb.config=none
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fstab:
# Android fstab file.
# The filesystem that contains the filesystem checker binary (typically /system) cannot
# specify MF_CHECK, and must come before any filesystems that do specify MF_CHECK
#TODO: Add 'check' as fs_mgr_flags with data partition.
# Currently we dont have e2fsck compiled. So fs check would failed.
#<src> <mnt_point> <type> <mnt_flags and options> <fs_mgr_flags>
/dev/block/bootdevice/by-name/system /system ext4 ro,barrier=1,discard wait
/dev/block/bootdevice/by-name/userdata /data ext4 nosuid,nodev,barrier=1,noauto_da_alloc,discard wait,check,encryptable=footer
/devices/soc.0/7864900.sdhci/mmc_host /storage/sdcard1 vfat nosuid,nodev wait,voldmanaged=sdcard1:auto,noemulatedsd
/dev/block/zram0 none swap defaults zramsize=536870912
/dev/block/bootdevice/by-name/oem /persistent emmc defaults defaults
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Zmax 2 unlocked rooting questions
Hello everybody, I have the unlocked variant of the zmax 2 , how easy is it to root this phone, is it possible? I only need temporary root anyway for a one time use, if full root is possible then touché, and also do I need a computer to do this, mines in need of a new SSD to run the OS so until I get that I have no computer access
Not sure where to put this
So, let me say that I have fully rooted the phone. I was able to figure out the partitions to the phone and extract all of them, including the boot.img and recovery.img. The bootloader is still locked as far as I know. Even though ZTE won't release the unlock code for the phone, is it possible to unlock it anyways? If so, then how. I really would like to participate in this endeavor for the community. Any feedback or help would be appreciated. I have spent almost two weeks on this phone, not bad for the money, but would love to design a custom rom for it. Thanks.
Enable USB debugging
Get adb (most know how)
Type in this command through adb:
adb reboot disemmcwp
Now use the PC version of Kingo Root
After that there are methods out there for replacing kinguser with supersu (if you choose to do this be careful it may brick your phone) otherwise keep kinguser.
Here is the current update: Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Why not use the official released today. Won t let me post the link but it is on ATT today.
I have bought the AT&T version and unlocked it now and using with a different sim, could anyone let me know how to get the Marshmallow update.
I used Debloater to remove the bloatware.
I also have the z958 (ATT Go Phone ZMax 2) that I've unlocked and using with T-Mobile.
While Root and customer ROM are unlikely, I hope we can update to recently released Marshmallow update from ATT.
From what I gathered, you can only update to Marshmallow with active ATT service through phone.
Is it possible for someone to extract the update and upload it so others can update it via SD card or something?
Hopefully phone would remain unlocked.
It should be possible. I did this for an update to the original Zmax on T Mobile.
Dear friends help me, how to root Samsung J3 Pro SM-J3110?
help
i have the same phone help me to root it
Any one who wants to help?
Wish i could ...i have the emerge version of the J3....i dont really do dev wrk but the cf autoroot for the 2016 j3lte will brick any device thats diffrent. You could get ur boot img..m.make 2 folders of android kitchen and follow the twrp port tutorial using a official twrp with same specs and chipset...then u flash the universal su update to gain root once you boot recovery.....its not extremely technical sinve kitchen scripts do all the work. Search for andrioid image kitchen tutorials..and if you hit jackpot with twrp recovery flash no-verity-disable-encryption then proper supersu file...i believe its version 2.46 to be exact as the other builds bricked my device by using wrong su.update file...so be sure first and make a adb backup....tap build number in about device till ur a developer....enable usb debug....install samsung drivers..minimal adb as well for windows or even 15 sec install by developer Snoop15 ....then type in cmd ...adb device...screen will ask if pc has 9permision ....accept...then type in cmd... adb backup -shared -apk -all...confirm it and then do whatever measures you are wiling to take...its a big risk..research all my steps....its just the info u need to find the tutorials...im in no way responsible for you breakin your phone...its just what ive learned via youtube and xda .like i said its in no way complete tutorial just a method ive started compiling on Marshmallow device since kingroot might[heard its dangerous] not and other one clicks dont support past Lollipop 5.0 . THIS IS ONLY A THEORY .....ALWAYS HAVE A REPAIR METHOD 1ST since rooting manually can brick your device into a paperweight rather quickly.
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I got SE permissive with some gsm unlock. If that helps, idk what it means except my wifi and hotspot will not work and LTE is always fluctuating
sheraz777 said:
Dear friends help me, how to root Samsung J3 Pro SM-J3110?
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do you come from China?my phone is J3110 too.you can join a qq group:376308231.the qq group can help you.
Try this file to flash with odin and install Kingroot after this you have rooted your phone but if you want to replace Kingroot Su with SuperSu use the Super-sume app.
: Download root file in link below :
https://mega.nz/#!L01SCDLa!1vOQr3U1AIioWB5fvX-mdXHGD3sjWqsHcOAUmT0FYyQ
NOTE: This file is just for Galaxy J3 Pro (SM-J3110)
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Hello developers,
I have a pro 12 tablet....
Model Number CT9223W97DK
Operating System Android 6.0
Chip Quad Core
Chipset Model Number MT8163
Resolution 1920×1200
Screen Features 12.2″ IPS
RAM 2GB
RAM Type DDR SDRAM
Capacity 64GB
I searched here for tutorials and apps to root this device and have not been able to find one that matches what I have... I am not too clear on the directions that are available. some of the information I have read says that the root apps do not cover android 6.0 I would like to root my tablet and install Kali linux as the Os. and help or directions is greatly appreciated.
madcapmagician1 said:
Hello developers,
I have a pro 12 tablet....
Model Number CT9223W97DK
Operating System Android 6.0
Chip Quad Core
Chipset Model Number MT8163
Resolution 1920×1200
Screen Features 12.2″ IPS
RAM 2GB
RAM Type DDR SDRAM
Capacity 64GB
I searched here for tutorials and apps to root this device and have not been able to find one that matches what I have... I am not too clear on the directions that are available. some of the information I have read says that the root apps do not cover android 6.0 I would like to root my tablet and install Kali linux as the Os. and help or directions is greatly appreciated.
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May be this help: kingoapp.com/root-tutorials/how-to-root-android-6.0-marshmallow.htm
=( sad panda =(
ok so I have tried to use kinoroot, king root both fail the root process... using BOTH apk one clik and PC versions... =( bootloader is unlocked usb debug is on ... I am stumped here =(
still sad panda BUT some encouraging news...
ok so I tried iroot.... got something to happen, but what happened was it installed stuff in CHINESE!.... could not read .. or navigate =( so I did a factory reset and seems to have at least restored everything for now... so iroot not an option... going to try another method.
madcapmagician1 said:
ok so I have tried to use kinoroot, king root both fail the root process... using BOTH apk one clik and PC versions... =( bootloader is unlocked usb debug is on ... I am stumped here =(
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Just FYI, your bootloader is not unlocked. The only way to unlock the bootloader is loading into fastboot and issuing the "oem unlock" command. But you have to hit the volume up button to confirm and complete the unlock, and the volume buttons are disabled in fastboot on this device(like most other RCA tablets), therefore we can not unlock. There was a tool to modify bootloader to bypass the confirmation, but it was for another RCA tablet and it didn't work on the lk.bin file I have for this device. Also, as of yet, I can't get spft to read or write anything to this tablet, so even if I could figure out how to edit the file, I have no way to write it to the device. The saddest part is, this tablet isn't exactly fort knox. Someone with actual know-how/dev experience could have this thing unlocked and rooted in like 5 minutes.
Hiee Guys ! I have used lots of android phones since 10 years and also familiar with them . I always try to root every phone but a problem is that every android phone cannot be rooted . So, please anyone tell me that how i can make root for any device and how i can make twrp for any device .
Thank You in Advance......
As far as compiling TWRP, you can start with this thread. Any device such as pixels upgraded to A10 don't have TWRP so because recovery has changed drastically and development of TWRP had not yet caught up.
Root is available for any device that is rootable. Magisk does a pretty good job of covering the bases and is under active development so properly reported issues are generally addressed.
Finding an exploit to be able to root a device is a different matter. Some, like pixels, are straightforward to root since if bought from Google (not a carrier directly) they have unlockable bootloaders allowing the installation of non-stock images. On a device that does not allow the bootloader to be unlocked, an exploit to achieve root must be found. That is often the issue combined with many of these devices do not attract developers to purchase them and thus no attempts are made.
Animesh._.Mamgain said:
Hiee Guys ! I have used lots of android phones since 10 years and also familiar with them . I always try to root every phone but a problem is that every android phone cannot be rooted . So, please anyone tell me that how i can make root for any device and how i can make twrp for any device .
Thank You in Advance......
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If the device is a device that has a locked bootloader that can not be unlocked, you will not be able to use TWRP. These devices can only be rooted if there is a rooting app or rooting program available for PC or android that has an exploit that works on the device.
If the bootloader is locked, you won't be able to install TWRP or use TWRP to root the device and you will not be able to flash a Magisk patched boot.img to achieve root.
If there are no exploits available that are proven to work on the device, you won't be able to root the device.
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recently me and my friend is trying to Root Vivo y19
processor model: MT6768
processor name: MediaTek Helio G80
Android 12
we tried couple of processes including trying to unlock bootloader, we successfully got into bootloader, all commands were changed. none of usual command was working
there were multiple flash tools we tried but none of them was discovering device cause they were too old
GitHub - AndroPlus-org/fastboot-vivo: fastboot for vivo
this fastboot tool above was successfully discovering and working and executing command.
We also tried to use a MTK flash tool, but we are struggling to find and make a scatter file work.
we dont have enough knowledge to make it work so we decided to create this forum for getting some help from advanced users
I appreciate your help in advance
Have a great day
Thank you
To root a device's Android it's not required to unlock its bootloader.