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[Q] New to Rooting

I will be the first to tell you I am not tech savvy at all! I have been doing some research with regards to this and have used many resources avail, including this site.
I have read most of the answers to my questions but still require assistance. I have the HTC Desire with with my local internet provider Cox Communications and I have a 10.2 inch tab through wowpad that is powered by Android supertab. It is operating on 2.1. My HTC is 2.2. I am very new to the smart phone world and tablet world.
Is there a way to just simply upgrade my tab to a new OS? Do most of you feel that rooting my phone is the way to go, because I never ever have storage that I need. I know it comes down to a personal choice. Or, will my phone eventually upgrade to a new OS?
I really want to do my tablet but honestly I literally need step by step directions in doing so. If I mess this up on my own, my wife and daughter will kill me. Thanks in advance to all of you. This is truly the best site in the world!

How would rooting your phone solve your storage issue?

More Storage
From what I understand, I will have superuser rights and that would allow me to delete some of the stock programs to free up space. Is that right?

Help
Is there anyone out there willing to help with this issue? It would be greatly appreciated.

This Sucks
Ummmm Wow! I thought I would get some help with this, but I guess not. I guess I'll try another site.

Take it easy, look up your device in the forums and look for how to root.
It's not that hard to do and most devices have a manual how to.

Take a look at this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=788044

Thank you
Thank you krt. That is exactly what I needed. Thanks again.

telefunken tpad-70a3gi

Hi everyone.
Firstly thank you to anyone who has taken the time to read this thread and those who might be able to assist me.
I know NOTHING about tablets or netpads ect. I have a two year old son, and i heard there were some great apps on google play which could help him with his educational development. I basically took all my savings and bought a TELEFUNKEN net pad tpad-70a3gi
The shop i bought it at told me that because its an android and android is google, it would work on google play, i took it home only to find out i cant get google play to work on it, some kind of p**** error. i took it back, but the shop wont take it back, "to bad" i was told.
anyway, i heard that if i can upgrade the software from android 2.1 to 2.2, i might be able to use google play, can anyone help me with this? or even root it or rom it whatever that means, i have been trying to find a solution for over two months now, so this is really my last hope, i heard the guys on XDa are the best... so please help me!!!!
many thanks
kindest regards
calvin

[Completed] Lenovo A5500-HV (and variants)

Hello,
I am a VERY long time lurker....I had the XDA (one, both the early release low spec one & the propper one) the xda2, lobster700tv & a few others along the way which you have helped me with without even knowing. Currently I have a samsung glaxy tab (one) gtp1000 - running Kanged gummy/paranoid android...
I am hoping as my searches have been fruitless (maybe I'm a bad searcher using the wrong terms?) some one here could point me in the correct place for my next question(s)* pretty please?
I have on order a Lenovo A8-50 tablet ... it comes in three variants A5500-HV (I want but probably not what is going to turn up) A5500-H (think mine is this) and Lenovo A5500-F. The F is wifi only, the HV is wifi & 3d for data/voice calls. The H is wifi + 3g for data. it also connects to some 2g networks.
I would like to make voice calls on it...& need to know if I can just install a dialer app as it has 2g, or upgrade the rom unofficially...in which case can I use the same rom as the lenovo a850 phone (note the lack of - ) or is there a generic data tablet crack that someone can show me please?
I am able to follow instructions and have some skills.
Thank you all kindly for your help or honest 'bog off's
MSU (mad saint uden is an anagram)
*bloomin' n00b signs up just to get help - typical woman.

Hi, There is no information specific to your device at the moment on XDA.
I have found a very good resource with a net search... I can't link you to it - it is the official Lenovo site where it appears you will find an answer to your question.
forums.lenovo.com
All the best !!

thank you
Pony Express said:
Hi, There is no information specific to your device at the moment on XDA.
I have found a very good resource with a net search... I can't link you to it - it is the official Lenovo site where it appears you will find an answer to your question.
forums.lenovo.com
All the best !!
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Thanks - I'm glad I've not missed something. I was sure I'd lookeed there but maybe not hard enough...I seam to have found that the firmware is the only difference & that is other countries 3G voice is turned on...I guess uploading the official rom in russian in my answer...google translate better be right that 'it is not fatal, machine will not start - you must re-sew'
awaiting post for toy & then diving in - wish me luck!
thanks again for taking the time to reply.
msu

Indeed, I wish you all the best- something tells me you will do just fine!!
I hope you enjoy all your experiences on XDA as well.
Regards.

[Completed] [Q] Rooting majestic pc android tablet MJ20A

My Nexus 7 crashed while traveling in South America. Found a cheap replacement locally - a tablet sold mainly in Europe and South America. Model MJ20A
Part of the MTD series marketed as Majesitc PC TAB MINI 7
Android 4.2.2 Kernel Version 3.4..0+ .
[email protected] #2
Friday Jan 10 CST 2014
Build number full_gs702c-userdebug 4.2.2 JDQ39 eng.root.20140417
I cannot find any way to root it so I can use my usual rooted utilities and ubuntu.. Would appreciate any pointers - coverage of this tablet is poor to non-existent - but I need to use it until I return to the US this summer.
Thanks Anthony

Hi,
I can't find anything relevant on XDA for your device. You can try one of the generic root methods at the top of the list here,
XDA Root Directory
If that doesn't help, you will need to ask for help here ,
> Android Development and Hacking > Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting
Also, it's very unlikely you will find Ubuntu for your device... A developer would have to port it and it's doubtful that will happen. Don't flash versions of it that aren't designed for your device, or you could be in a mess. Also, unless you find the factory firmware for your device.... If anything goes wrong tinkering with it, you'll have no way to reflash your device with factory firmware. I'd be very careful about what you do to it.
Just my 2 cents. ?
Good luck!

Rooting Majestic MJ20A TAB mini 7
Thanks Darth. I came across GNURoot and am able to get Debian Wheezy to work enough to let me use Linux utilities I like. I shall keep my eye open for rooting that will allow use of many root enabled programs I purchased on Google Play. Gretings from Vilcabamba Ecuador where one finds a goodly number of Canadians from the northern climes - here for nice weather and a cheaper life. One newcomer from Galgary told me it was the first time in his life he took a cold shower. I have taken the Artic route from Britain a number of times on my way to California. Northern Canada from the air is majestic and immense.. Stay warm.
Darth said:
Hi,
I can't find anything relevant on XDA for your device. You can try one of the generic root methods at the top of the list here,
XDA Root Directory
If that doesn't help, you will need to ask for help here ,
> Android Development and Hacking > Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting
Also, it's very unlikely you will find Ubuntu for your device... A developer would have to port it and it's doubtful that will happen. Don't flash versions of it that aren't designed for your device, or you could be in a mess. Also, unless you find the factory firmware for your device.... If anything goes wrong tinkering with it, you'll have no way to reflash your device with factory firmware. I'd be very careful about what you do to it.
Just my 2 cents.
Good luck!
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afiore1961 said:
Thanks Darth. I came across GNURoot and am able to get Debian Wheezy to work enough to let me use Linux utilities I like. I shall keep my eye open for rooting that will allow use of many root enabled programs I purchased on Google Play. Gretings from Vilcabamba Ecuador where one finds a goodly number of Canadians from the northern climes - here for nice weather and a cheaper life. One newcomer from Galgary told me it was the first time in his life he took a cold shower. I have taken the Artic route from Britain a number of times on my way to California. Northern Canada from the air is majestic and immense.. Stay warm.
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Must be nice and warm! ?
Minus 30 degrees Celsius with the wind here right now. Lol
Good luck again!
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[Completed] Hello to all, Neebie in desperate help with S5 rooting or the best way to go..

I just shelled out about $900 for a really nice Pioneer AVH-X5700BHS in dash DVD, Sirius and what I looking for specificly was the ability to utilize the Mirorlink or AndriodAuto orAppRadio Live - whatever. I spent countless hours on the phone with the salesmanager from Crutchfield, oh before I forget- This is the second radio I have been sent because they keep telling me my S5 will work and do as shown. I am a starving student so very penny I dont spend on school, I put into my car/hobby/girlfriend - whatever.lol So here is where im at after watching and reading everything I could on what to do, I thought before jumping into just rooting my phone from an unknown source I would ask a community who knows this phone inside and out.
The Phone: Samsung Model SM-G900V
Android Version: 5.o
Kernel Version: 3.4.0
Any additional information will gladly be given
From a Youtube video of a guy with the same S5 was controlling his pioneer deck, being able to utilize EVERYTHING that the product is claimed to do, however he said he had to upload a root (didn't give name of source) and dropped his firmware to the 4.4.2, furthermore he said he needed to revise his Kernel to 3.4.0 - so that in his screenshot of his phone after his build number he stated it needed to read " SE for Android Status - permissive. Furthermore he said in order to utilize Screen Mirroring he had to download chrome cast, I couldn't understand why and that is why I am going to attach a link for anyone that is interested or can help!
I appreciate any and all help and or suggestions at this point - God Bless Jon Proctor San Diego Ca
https://youtu.be/zb3mIOu230A

Hi
Just so you know , there is a possibility that rooting your phone might not help your case.
According to these threads.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/help/mirrorlink-toyota-drivelink-t3015197
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/help/galaxy-s5-mirrorlink-t3007992
http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/help/lollipop-mirrorlink-drivelink-t3019969
Stock Mirrorlink on lollipop devices has compatibility issues.
Maybe you can try this application first before rooting.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/development/mod-drivelink-mirrorlink-mirroring-t1951960
Again I am not very sure that rooting has "helped" a person to connect to a radio when the radio software doesn't support the device.
In case you decide to root this thread might be of use..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2699648
In case you have doubts ,you can post in this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2700073
or section
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/help
Good day !

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