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PSA: DO NOT UPDATE TO MF3 - You lose Motochopper, Loki, Rootkeeper and ODIN Downgrade

If you want to keep root, don't update to today's MF3 OTA as it break motochopper exploit and prevents Rootkeeper from working
Some members have sacrificed themselves:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43420412&postcount=57
Anybody knows if it break Loki too?
It has been well documented that trying to ODIN back to MDL does not work and causes an immediate fail
If you wish to have the new features then run GoldenEye ROM, a fantastic i9505 MF8 based ROM that runs smooth as melted butter. It also has all latest MF3 additions such as App2SD, audio flickering and sms fix

I have been trying to tell everyone that...
DO NOT UPDATE PERIOD

polish_pat said:
Anybody knows if it break Loki too?
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If you can't root, you can't install custom recovery. Can't install custom recovery, can't loki...
If using customer recovery, I don't think the update will apply.
The question should be answered once root is achieved.

nakedninja42 said:
If you can't root, you can't install custom recovery. Can't install custom recovery, can't loki...
If using customer recovery, I don't think the update will apply.
The question should be answered once root is achieved.
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It might break motochopper, but what tells you that once another root method is found, loki will still work? that was my question

It's not going to break loki I don't think, it has KNOX but thats a seperate bootloader that allows apps to run with full security, our phone doesnt boot into Knox mode.

Has anyone checked to see if the S4Active root works?

popfan said:
Has anyone checked to see if the S4Active root works?
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yes, it doesnt. I'm sure geohot could port it over though without too much difficulty

polish_pat said:
yes, it doesnt. I'm sure geohot could port it over though without too much difficulty
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Tried downgrading via odin?
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jetlitheone said:
Tried downgrading via odin?
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i haven't, im on MF8, but maybe for others

popfan said:
Has anyone checked to see if the S4Active root works?
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It was made specifically for the active. It will not run on other devices. You would have to modify the apk or make a root method off of it

jetlitheone said:
Tried downgrading via odin?
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looks like its not *im*possible
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43423067&postcount=81

Might have to do the same thing we had to do in the Motorola Atrix HD - edit some of the XML files out and then flash it though ODIN.

I just got my S4 today and updated it outside of the box. I'm now trying to root.
I know that the motochopper method is broken, but is the odin method broken?

Justin1123 said:
I just got my S4 today and updated it outside of the box. I'm now trying to root.
I know that the motochopper method is broken, but is the odin method broken?
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Odin method ? Of you're asking if you can downgrade the answer is sadly no
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jetlitheone said:
Odin method ? Of you're asking if you can downgrade the answer is sadly no
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Not the odin method, forgive me if I mispoke. I can't link vids yet, but there's a method on YT that involves this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2219803
The software simply says "PASS" and your phone is rooted.

Justin1123 said:
I just got my S4 today and updated it outside of the box. I'm now trying to root.
I know that the motochopper method is broken, but is the odin method broken?
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To late Can't downgrade. You'll have to wait and be patient until a new exploit is found for the new firmware.
To boot I did the same thing. My S4 came with AMDB installed. I updated out of box to AMDL without even checking first in the parking lot of the AT&T store. Got home and luckily found AMDL was still rootable.

I have one question.... what exactly does this update do besides patch stuff because its 300+ mb? Just wondering because I had to freeze my att updater
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fabster530 said:
I have one question.... what exactly does this update do besides patch stuff because its 300+ mb? Just wondering because I had to freeze my att updater
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heared it fixes some sms and audio glitches, brings hdr video recording, brings app2sd,
- More stable performance.
- Semi-transparent status bar.
(see screenshots)
- More free RAM.
- New Apps to SD Card feature that
lets you move an app to the SD Card.
- Improvement in camera picture quality.
- New “Increase legibility” feature that
can be found under Settings> My Device> Display.
- New Smart Pause toggle in Quick Settings under
Notification Panel.
- Improvements in the S Planner app (calendar app).
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i think we all knew this day would come.

Slade8525 said:
i think we all knew this day would come.
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Maybe I should put my rootable, ODINable S4 on EBAY for $2,000.00

Verizon 5.1.1 Root??

Sorry, but I have searched, and can't find a direct answer, is 5.1.1 rooted for Verizon?
Where can I find the guide if it is.
Currently I am rooted on 5.02, have been delaying any OTA since purchase, rooted using Ping Pong
Thanks in advance

Anxiously awaiting this myself...I do know that Verizon locked the bootloader on or before 5.1.1 and as far as I know there is no root...yet.
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It does not exist. Not even the top rom makers and programers have been able to do it. The 5.1.1 update will also make it so you can't go backwards to 5.0.2. This is the first time since I've owned cell phones that I've seen a company finally beat the cell phone gurus but they finally did it on this one. However if you are not on Verizon or AT&T you can still do it through ODIN.

So if you have a phone pre 5.1.1 that rootable and root it...will you be able to flash 5.1.1?
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TommyRox said:
So if you have a phone pre 5.1.1 that rootable and root it...will you be able to flash 5.1.1?
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Only if you want to lose root.
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I assumed that's where we are...unfortunately.
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S7 will be coming out in 4 months. I doubt S6 will get it.

MSPORTER10 said:
It does not exist. Not even the top rom makers and programers have been able to do it. The 5.1.1 update will also make it so you can't go backwards to 5.0.2. This is the first time since I've owned cell phones that I've seen a company finally beat the cell phone gurus but they finally did it on this one. However if you are not on Verizon or AT&T you can still do it through ODIN.
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s4 beat the cell phone gurus... Technically... MDK was unlocked, nothing after that was.
s5 has also never had a bootloader unlock..
Lots of Verizon phones don't have much, root at most....

XxD34THxX said:
s4 beat the cell phone gurus... Technically... MDK was unlocked, nothing after that was.
s5 has also never had a bootloader unlock..
Lots of Verizon phones don't have much, root at most....
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S5 bootloader has been unlocked.
The video of proof is on YouTube.
It has not been released but I'm sure it will soon. Once that is released it should open things up for the S6.
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unctucker said:
S5 bootloader has been unlocked.
The video of proof is on YouTube.
It has not been released but I'm sure it will soon. Once that is released it should open things up for the S6.
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From what I've read, whoever unlocked it posted that they weren't going to release it. Did I hear wrong?
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unctucker said:
S5 bootloader has been unlocked.
The video of proof is on YouTube.
It has not been released but I'm sure it will soon. Once that is released it should open things up for the S6.
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It will not be released ever. That has been said a few times. It uses(from what I have heard) a Zero Day exploit, meaning it's very damn complicated, and it has a high chance of bricking people's phones. That was never meant to go to the general public. It was aimed at other devs. It's a proof of concept, meaning it CAN be unlocked, just not through that way.

XxD34THxX said:
It will not be released ever. That has been said a few times. It uses(from what I have heard) a Zero Day exploit, meaning it's very damn complicated, and it has a high chance of bricking people's phones. That was never meant to go to the general public. It was aimed at other devs. It's a proof of concept, meaning it CAN be unlocked, just not through that way.
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0 day exploits are OS vulnerabilities that the manufacturer themselves aren't aware of. It doesn't necessarily mean that exploit itself has a high chance of bricking the phone.
Not releasing the method could be any number if things. These reasons could range from stolen proprietary source code being used to the exploit's author deciding that he doesn't feel like sharing the method.

I heard that the team that found the method said that they would NOT release it at the moment but that in the future it will be available.
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I just want all the bloat ware removed.
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Jesustheheretic said:
0 day exploits are OS vulnerabilities that the manufacturer themselves aren't aware of. It doesn't necessarily mean that exploit itself has a high chance of bricking the phone.
Not releasing the method could be any number if things. These reasons could range from stolen proprietary source code being used to the exploit's author deciding that he doesn't feel like sharing the method.
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I know that it may not have a high chance of bricking the device, but with the device, I assume it is thanks to shenanigans with Verizon and Knox. I have already discussed legal issues briefly in the s4 bootloader thread... Damn Money Sucking Lawyers. It is what it is. I think it has given some people hope because there IS A WAY... Just maybe not that way.

Maybe hope yet just pay this on google plus not sure if our verizon variant will benefit from this method so correct me if I am wrong but take a look any how.
Edit: for some reason it won't let me post a screen shot but surfing g plus I came across chainfires new su beta that is systemless and confirmed working on stock s6 running android 5.1.1
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MIKEYSAKZ said:
Maybe hope yet just pay this on google plus not sure if our verizon variant will benefit from this method so correct me if I am wrong but take a look any how.
Edit: for some reason it won't let me post a screen shot but surfing g plus I came across chainfires new su beta that is systemless and confirmed working on stock s6 running android 5.1.1
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Well crap, should of waited til 6.0 was out on s6... :crying:

MIKEYSAKZ said:
Maybe hope yet just pay this on google plus not sure if our verizon variant will benefit from this method so correct me if I am wrong but take a look any how.
Edit: for some reason it won't let me post a screen shot but surfing g plus I came across chainfires new su beta that is systemless and confirmed working on stock s6 running android 5.1.1
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Working on stock s6 with 5.1.1?! Come on man, you gotta give us more information.

redrol said:
Working on stock s6 with 5.1.1?! Come on man, you gotta give us more information.
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It's in the news. Said stock 5.1.1.

redrol said:
Working on stock s6 with 5.1.1?! Come on man, you gotta give us more information.
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I am pretty sure this is what he is referring to:
http://www.xda-developers.com/update-to-snapprefs-xposed-module-includes-17-instagram-like-filters/
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=64161125&postcount=3

No one tried yet?
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Root help.

Hello, not new to rooting at all. Just got an S6 build G920VVRU4BOK7 and apparently I can't find a way to root this device without tripping KNOX.
Can anyone point me to a thread or something where this has been discussed? (yes I searched and nothing came up)
I'm running 5.1.1
Thank you,
Cody

Not possible unfortunately. Return if you can!!!
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CodyBMW said:
Hello, not new to rooting at all. Just got an S6 build G920VVRU4BOK7 and apparently I can't find a way to root this device without tripping KNOX.
Can anyone point me to a thread or something where this has been discussed? (yes I searched and nothing came up)
I'm running 5.1.1
Thank you,
Cody
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Please share the rooting method you found that trips KNOX. I didn't think there was anyway to root G920VVRU4BOK7.
Thanks,
Mike

What phone currently available for Verizon network IS rootable?
Any of the Note variants?
Any Nexus model?
I don't mean it has to be purchased at Verizon just capable of running on the network.

CodyBMW said:
What phone currently available for Verizon network IS rootable?
Any of the Note variants?
Any Nexus model?
I don't mean it has to be purchased at Verizon just capable of running on the network.
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The Nexus 6p is a great choice.

Misterxtc said:
The Nexus 6p is a great choice.
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Looks like $549 is the price I'm finding for the 64 gb (in the US) have you found it for less?

The title and OP in this thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s6/general/root-list-root-apps-t3106204 - reads as if rooting the phone is possible.
That said it doesn't detail how to root and none of the other threads seem to indicate it either. Last I checked rooting the S6 was not readily possible, especially if you care about not tripping Knox.

J4nu5 said:
The title and OP in this thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s6/general/root-list-root-apps-t3106204 - reads as if rooting the phone is possible.
That said it doesn't detail how to root and none of the other threads seem to indicate it either. Last I checked rooting the S6 was not readily possible, especially if you care about not tripping Knox.
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Yes, firmware versions OE2 and below can be rooted. The OP is talking about version G920VVRU4BOK7 which cannot be rooted. There is currently no rooting method available whether it trips KNOX or not.
Mike

Would this method work for obtaining root?
androiding.how/how-to-root-galaxy-s6-on-android-5-1-1-all-variants/

CodyBMW said:
Would this method work for obtaining root?
androiding.how/how-to-root-galaxy-s6-on-android-5-1-1-all-variants/
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No.
Verizon locks their bootloaders preventing us from flashing modified kernels. Plus twrp isn't available for Verizon Galaxy S6.

Any way of Odining back to OE2 from BOK7?

godcomplex37 said:
Any way of Odining back to OE2 from BOK7?
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Nope.
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oh man. just bought my SGS6 ;\ and it's BOG7... guess that won't be rootable right away ;\....

HELP rooting my Gs6
G290VVRU4BOK7 I DWL ping pong and super su already. Thank you

831Mrbiggs said:
G290VVRU4BOK7 I DWL ping pong and super su already. Thank you
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Um..... What?
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831Mrbiggs said:
G290VVRU4BOK7 I DWL ping pong and super su already. Thank you
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Why did you bother?

Anyone tried "One Click Root" ?
Anyone tried rooting SM-G920V using "One Click Root" ?
One Click Root claim the following:
Ready to root your SM-G920V? Thanks to One Click Root, rooting has never been safer, easier, or faster. When we called our software “One Click” Root, we really meant it!. Four Easy Steps to Root Your SAMSUNG SM-G920V....
https://www.oneclickroot.com/root/samsung-sm-g920v-lmy47x-g920vvru3bog5-5-1-1
One Click Root is featured on XDA
http://www.xda-developers.com/one-click-root-in-2016/

utsc said:
Anyone tried rooting SM-G920V using "One Click Root" ?
One Click Root claim the following:
Ready to root your SM-G920V? Thanks to One Click Root, rooting has never been safer, easier, or faster. When we called our software “One Click” Root, we really meant it!. Four Easy Steps to Root Your SAMSUNG SM-G920V....
https://www.oneclickroot.com/root/samsung-sm-g920v-lmy47x-g920vvru3bog5-5-1-1
One Click Root is featured on XDA
http://www.xda-developers.com/one-click-root-in-2016/
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SORRY
There Is No Root At This Time
Brand: samsung
Model: sm-g920v
Android Version: 5.1.1 (lmy47x.g920vvru4bok7)

CodyBMW said:
What phone currently available for Verizon network IS rootable?
Any of the Note variants?
Any Nexus model?
I don't mean it has to be purchased at Verizon just capable of running on the network.
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s5 with bok3 to pb1 kernel check out jrkruse thread on this forum

Sam Spade1 said:
s5 with bok3 to pb1 kernel check out jrkruse thread on this forum
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Lmao
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Nougat Beta??

Has anybody been able to enter the Samsung beta Program?
Dumping files for us for G930T? The G930F already posted the Odin files for Nougat Beta

yes

The 14th should be when it's released to the accepted registered beta testers. The dates are posted in the beta app

9th for Sprint, 11th for Verizon, 14th for TMO

Thanks every one, hope someone dump does files for us

Whoever gets the update tomorrow. PULL THR UPDATE ZIP!
If I get it I will and post it. I have ready done this from my wife's sprint edge variant.
Here is how you do it:
You have to be on the latest firmware and not rooted.
If you get the update notification.
Download it, but do not install it.
Then root your device. DO NOT WIPE IT
The update.zip is located in /data/fota/update.zip
Pull it using adb or use root Explorer to move it to the root of your SDCard and then your pc.
Please wait for someone to verify it works before flashing the update or unroot.

Unfortunately I will not be able to pull said update as I do not want to root my device. I require working Knox and other benefits.
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Febby said:
Unfortunately I will not be able to pull said update as I do not want to root my device. I require working Knox and other benefits.
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After you root you can go back to stock, then flash the latest update.zip you shared with everyone. Knox and everything will work just fine

nmarietta said:
After you root you can go back to stock, then flash the latest update.zip you shared with everyone. Knox and everything will work just fine
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Hmm from my understanding it triggers the knox does it not?
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Febby said:
Hmm from my understanding it triggers the knox does it not?
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No. I've rooted and gone back to stock. Knox and Samsung pay work for me with no issues.

Febby said:
Hmm from my understanding it triggers the knox does it not?
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Only on the Exynos S7.
We use an engineering kernel that's signed by Samsung for root, so it doesn't trip Knox.

The root method for us doesnt trigger knox.
If I could Pull the update.zip It would be a pleasure but it was Full for register when I tried.

I'll see if I can pull the file for you gentlemen and ladies. I just don't really need root so I have not put attention to the rooting method since the note 5?
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Febby said:
Hmm from my understanding it triggers the knox does it not?
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Using the eng_boot and rooted absolutely do not trigger knox.

Febby said:
I'll see if I can pull the file for you gentlemen and ladies. I just don't really need root so I have not put attention to the rooting method since the note 5?
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Thanks for trying no matter what man!
Us AT&T users feel left out, so this would help.

[Snapdragon]New OREO Leak w/ March Security Patch Build ARC6

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Is this a downgrade? Bc my screenshot is from just now and it's the unlocked us variant running the same build it shipped with but has had an update waiting to be installed for about a week. And my number Is higher than yours.

BEWARE!! Thats a new boot loader... v2! you wont be able to do a full factory restore until a v2 bootloader odin file is released.
That being said, how do you like it? any differences?

piehlg92 said:
Is this a downgrade? Bc my screenshot is from just now and it's the unlocked us variant running the same build it shipped with but has had an update waiting to be installed for about a week. And my number Is higher than yours.
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You're on B7 he is on C6......C is newer build
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Change log?

BoboBrazil said:
Change log?
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They don't provide change log, just the update.zip.
-March Security Patch

@AndroidDevices: Could you check something for me? Download AIDA64 from the Play Store, go into the app, select "Display" and look for a date. What is it?

kcodya said:
@AndroidDevices: Could you check something for me? Download AIDA64 from the Play Store, go into the app, select "Display" and look for a date. What is it?
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GPU Version date? 2/1/18

I wonder why they upgraded the bootloader and what feature or exploit they removed ?
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I keep getting E2014: odm partition fails to recover after going to ARB7.

daddymikey1975 said:
I wonder why they upgraded the bootloader and what feature or exploit they removed ?
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If you want root I wouldn't update....

lightninbug said:
If you want root I wouldn't update....
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I'm definitely not updating for a while. This ain't my first rodeo with Samsung lol
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daddymikey1975 said:
I'm definitely not updating for a while. This ain't my first rodeo with Samsung lol
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You will probably be waiting quite awhile.... As I stated in my thread, little to NO devs are working on root for the s9/+... I've seen one Korean user mention he was trying in another forum for us SD users, and ONE other guy... That's it, just 2 people and myself. Don't expect anything before Christmas.

The only member (SAMFail creaters) i know working on ROOT doesnt have the device but has a tester... Its gonna be a while...

Dude, dont post these. I roasted you enough on reddit. The basics, these are bad updates to use unless I can verify them before. Bl updates are dangerous. Also just dont use them dude, the website could be shut down any day because of people like you.

mweinbach said:
Dude, dont post these. I roasted you enough on reddit. The basics, these are bad updates to use unless I can verify them before. Bl updates are dangerous. Also just dont use them dude, the website could be shut down any day because of people like you.
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Why are these bad updates?
These updates from sam firm science allowed a lot of us to get onto oreo beta. If you know how to recover your phone why is this a problem. OP explained the risk with the bootloader.

cledee said:
Why are these bad updates?
These updates from sam firm science allowed a lot of us to get onto oreo beta. If you know how to recover your phone why is this a problem. OP explained the risk with the bootloader.
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Because NEVER do bl updates. Btw check my post history, I did Note8 Oreo. Also I work with the dude who makes the site. I know this stuff. That's why I am saying it's a bad idea.

AndroidDevices said:
The only member (SAMFail creaters) i know working on ROOT doesnt have the device but has a tester... Its gonna be a while...
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Actually, cancel that, he is no longer trying root methods SAMFail has been PATCHED! So, it gonna be even longer until ROOT....

I may just go to international S9+ if there root seems like a false hope on the SD variant. The only issue would be VoLTE and WiFi calling, oh and Samsung suddenly restricting call recording apps on international variant. I tried flashing those Engboot from other thread with no luck btw.

mweinbach said:
Because NEVER do bl updates. Btw check my post history, I did Note8 Oreo. Also I work with the dude who makes the site. I know this stuff. That's why I am saying it's a bad idea.
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"NEVER" do BL updates is a bit dramatic, don't you think?
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