I really really hope this is the right place to be asking this, I don't want to flood a place i,ve only just discovered, but I've tried to figure this out on my own and have had little luck, So some insight would be very much appreciated.
So The situation is: I have a budget tablet that came pre-installed with adware and (i think) malware. I've heard of people fixing these sort of things by "Rooting" the tablet and removing the issue. Well my tablet came Pre-rooted, so after looking around some more, i found out about Customs ROMs. Further investigation revealed that most customs ROMS don't support my kind of Tablet, Which is a Tagital (That's where the no-name comes in) T10 10.1 inch tablet. My purchase of this tablet was mostly my fault, as i bought on impulse and didn't look at the reviews at all, which blatantly expose the issues with the tablet.
Now, what I'd like to know is: Is there a way for me to apply a custom ROM even though my tablet is unsupported? I'd like to avoid returning this tablet, so i'd like to get the best out of the situation.
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I really really hope this is the right place to be asking this, I don't want to flood a place i,ve only just discovered, but I've tried to figure this out on my own and have had little luck, So some insight would be very much appreciated.
So The situation is: I have a budget tablet that came pre-installed with adware and (i think) malware. I've heard of people fixing these sort of things by "Rooting" the tablet and removing the issue. Well my tablet came Pre-rooted, so after looking around some more, i found out about Customs ROMs. Further investigation revealed that most customs ROMS don't support my kind of Tablet, Which is a Tagital (That's where the no-name comes in) T10 10.1 inch tablet. My purchase of this tablet was mostly my fault, as i bought on impulse and didn't look at the reviews at all, which blatantly expose the issues with the tablet.
Now, what I'd like to know is: Is there a way for me to apply a custom ROM even though my tablet is unsupported? I'd like to avoid returning this tablet, so i'd like to get the best out of the situation.
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Hello there! This would be my first post around these parts, although I've owned my Nexus S for around 7 months now and browsed these forums in the past. I'd also like to say that I realize this question might have been asked more than once already, but I've done my due diligence and searched without finding a definitive answer.
Anyway, I've decided that I've gone for too long without being able to flash ROMs, use all those sudo-required tools and whatnot, and I've decided to root my Nexus S so I can get some of the fun I've been missing. Now, don't get me wrong. I'm a software developer and I work with embedded systems for a living, but I just don't want to risk my $500 phone if I can avoid it. What this means is be as technical as you need to be, but I'd rather have the root process be a walk in the park and not an excursion to Mordor.
Anyway, my phone is a Nexus S i9020A(UCKF1, whatever that means), running Android 2.3.6. I've read this and this thread, and while the first looks like what I'm looking for, I recall my brother being able to root his Nexus One in a few clicks and I was wondering if I could do the same for my device. The second thread looks a bit more promising, but all I've found in that thread is mentions of other NS sub-models and not of my own, nor if running 2.3.6 means incurring in any risks.
As you can see, I'd appreciate some help here. Is there a painless, few-clicks method for rooting my specific device? If you have the same device, how did you do it? Do you have any experience with that tool I linked to?
Thanks in advance. If by any chance this has been asked before, do point me in that direction and I'll be equally pleased.
Hello,
I am looking at sub-$100 android tablets, and am wondering if any of them are any good. I know not to expect $300-$500, but some of these things have to be alright. Which ones can you install clockwork mod and which ones have custom rom support? How would you even find that, considering how inaccurate most of the descriptions can be?
I am looking at a specific tablet, but XDA rules prevent me from posting links because I havent posted enough.
Thanks!
(yes, i have done some searching, if there are any threads i have overlooked, can someone please link to them, instead of just telling me to search?)
Before I begin, I'd like to say that I do indeed have 8.3.1 firmware. I know there isn't much if any thing out for that firmware. If not, then please answer my questions under the hypothetical situation that I am running an earlier version so that I may have a better understanding of how everything works and apply that knowledge for future occasions. I know there are many other tutorials out for similar devices, but I'd like advice and tutorials as specific as possible for my device. I like details and specifics when I learn different things. I'm meticulous like that. Thank you.
Okay. Apparently I am special like the noob registration video says I am, but I am totally and utterly confused. I am no way savvy when it comes to modifying Android products in even the slightest way, and I request help even though my problem has already most likely been addressed multiple times elsewhere...
As the title of the thread says, I have a Kindle Fire HD 8.9" device running the 8.3.1 firmware, but I don't know where to even begin! I am seeing terms strewn everywhere like "root", "bootloader", "twrp", "go launcher", "CM10", etc. Some hacks bundle different things together, while others require one to manually install the other components yourself whatever they may be. My question(s), as vague as it is, is what in the world do all of these mean, which ones are recommended for my device, and in which order do I install them? I have looked at many tutorials how to do different things for different devices, but they seem to fail to explain all the pre-requisites and/or all the possible alternate paths you could take to further expand on your android experience. If they do, they fail to do it layman's terms where someone like me could even understand.
With all of that said (and asked), I would like to throw out one more question. Is there indeed anything for my device yet? I searched in the device search bar, but it only recognizes the 7" device, not the 8.9". Also, as far as what generation I have if that is even a concern, I don't know how to find out. I'm aware this is probably a handful to sort out and answer, especially in such a way that won't confuse the living daylights out of me, but if one courageous soul manages to do so or at least attempt it, I will be grateful. Thank you in advance.
Hi,
I'm new to this as well, but found the posts below very helpful. HTH.
[REF]All Things About Kindle Fire HD 8.9"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2247428
Frequently Asked Questions - 2nd Generation Kindle Fires
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2228539
Hey everybody,
I'm totally new to this forum, and first would like to apologize if I have posted this in the wrong place. I searched for a A31 forum but couldn't find one I thought would suit this post.
Anyway,
I've recently received a Prontotec Tablet with KitKat 4.4.2.
I successfully rooted the device following instructions I found regarding the A31 processor in a forum I ran across. Woot!
My problem now is I'm not finding anything regarding a Recovery or any Roms that would be suitable for this device.
Any help you are willing to provide would be greatly appreciated.
I had posted links, but since I'm new I'm not able to post them it seems -__-'
Lemme know if there's any clarifications you need, search Prontotec on Amazon or Google and you'll see what I'm talking about
It's one of those many, low budget Chinese tablets, but its rather good considering. I'm not expecting miracles, but a point in the right direction (what other tablets are similar/or have compatible roms) would be a great start.
Thanks everyone!
I am in the market for a new cell phone to replace my current Samsung Galaxy SIII Mini. Given my budget, I have nearly settled on the Asus ZenFone 2. At $299 for an upper-middle tier cell phone with 64GB of storage and 4GB of RAM, it seems like a solid bet. The only real downfall I have discovered from my research thus far is the ZenUI which overlays the stock Android experience and the massive amount of bloatware that comes pre-installed on the phone.
If I were able to safely get rid of the bloatware and make the phone more like a pure stock Android experience, I would buy it in a heartbeat.
I consider myself fairly able to work with technology, although I have never actually rooted, flashed, or otherwise modded a cell phone. So, I am looking for some guidance. Do you think the ZenFone2 warrants a purchase in spite of the concerns outlined? If no, do you have any suitable reocmmendations in that budget range? More importantly, do you think I would be able to modify the phone to get rid of bloatware and make it a more stock Android experience?
Sorry if this questions has been asked previously. As I mentioned, I am very new to this, certainly new to the forums, and just looking for guidance. Thanks!
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I am in the market for a new cell phone to replace my current Samsung Galaxy SIII Mini. Given my budget, I have nearly settled on the Asus ZenFone 2. At $299 for an upper-middle tier cell phone with 64GB of storage and 4GB of RAM, it seems like a solid bet. The only real downfall I have discovered from my research thus far is the ZenUI which overlays the stock Android experience and the massive amount of bloatware that comes pre-installed on the phone.
If I were able to safely get rid of the bloatware and make the phone more like a pure stock Android experience, I would buy it in a heartbeat.
I consider myself fairly able to work with technology, although I have never actually rooted, flashed, or otherwise modded a cell phone. So, I am looking for some guidance. Do you think the ZenFone2 warrants a purchase in spite of the concerns outlined? If no, do you have any suitable reocmmendations in that budget range? More importantly, do you think I would be able to modify the phone to get rid of bloatware and make it a more stock Android experience?
Sorry if this questions has been asked previously. As I mentioned, I am very new to this, certainly new to the forums, and just looking for guidance. Thanks!
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Hello and thank you for using XDA Assist.
We cannot provide technical support nor can other members reply to your posts here on XDA Assist but fortunately there is an XDA area dedicated to the Asus Zenfone 2 at http://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone2 which would be a good starting place. I suggest you ask your question with all relevant details in the general forum there at http://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone2/general where experts familiar with that device will be best able to advise you.
Good luck!
EDIT: Member has now posted in the suggested area. Thread closed.