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Hey guys. I'm just wondering if there's anyone here that's rooted but hasn't done Cheesecake yet, and you're willing to provide me with the contents of 2 files...
If you want to apply the new update coming soon, then you probably would want to undo all file edits made in order to do Project Cheesecake. So I'm probably going to include an edit/unedit feature for Cheesecake in the Megatool...
So, if you're rooted but haven't done Cheesecake, could you please provide me with the following 2 files (use a root browser like ES File Manager, or just use adb):
/system/etc/motorola/com.motorola.blur.service.blur/defaults.xml
/system/etc/motorola/com.motorola.blur.setup/defaults.xml
You can PM me the files or just post them here (you can just copy/paste their contents if you don't feel like uploading stuff).
Thanks.
I'll post them in a sec..
Here ya go!
from .blur: http://depositfiles.com/files/ln0ue858d
from .setup: http://depositfiles.com/files/qjhuzsrpi
farshad525hou said:
I'll post them in a sec..
Here ya go!
from .blur: http://depositfiles.com/files/ln0ue858d
from .setup: http://depositfiles.com/files/qjhuzsrpi
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Thanks a bunch!
If you guys want to keep root, DO NOT INSTALL the upcoming OTA. It is 2.3.6 and we have not found a way to root this one. yet. I am sure that once it comes out and lfaber06 and I can get a hold of it, then we might be able to come up with a way to use the updates to everyones advantage, and you wont lose root, if us give us time to work it all out.
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If you guys want to keep root, DO NOT INSTALL the upcoming OTA. It is 2.3.6 and we have not found a way to root this one. yet. I am sure that once it comes out and lfaber06 and I can get a hold of it, then we might be able to come up with a way to use the updates to everyones advantage, and you wont lose root, if us give us time to work it all out.
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I was worried about this, so I did the forever root thing and modified the mount_ext3.sh /system/bin/. I still have root after successfully updating today.
However, I'm assuming that there is no clear way to root AFTER the ota update (if unrooted previously), correct?
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CapnPez said:
I was worried about this, so I did the forever root thing and modified the mount_ext3.sh /system/bin/. I still have root after successfully updating today.
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I was able to keep root with OTA Rootkeeper, though I got a PM from someone it didn't work for on the same update...
Good to hear the forever root actually worked.
However, I'm assuming that there is no clear way to root AFTER the ota update (if unrooted previously), correct?
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I'm guessing one could use fastboot to restore the 2.3.5 system image from the fxz, then root and use clockworkmod to restore a rooted 2.3.6 system image...
(or just flash a rooted system image directly with fastboot?)
jimbridgman said:
If you guys want to keep root, DO NOT INSTALL the upcoming OTA. It is 2.3.6 and we have not found a way to root this one. yet. I am sure that once it comes out and lfaber06 and I can get a hold of it, then we might be able to come up with a way to use the updates to everyones advantage, and you wont lose root, if us give us time to work it all out.
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If you don't mind me asking - where have you gotten this information that there is an upcoming OTA update?
big ach said:
If you don't mind me asking - where have you gotten this information that there is an upcoming OTA update?
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Cheesecake!!
farshad525hou said:
Cheesecake!!
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You heard it from cheesecake? You like to eat cheesecake? There is a stripper hiding in your cheesecake? :-D
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If you don't mind me asking - where have you gotten this information that there is an upcoming OTA update?
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I was about to ask the same question.
No updates here...still @2.3.5
Motorola is rolling out the update to 1000 testers and we'll probably be receiving it in a couple weeks.
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Its an app. I gives u leaked OTA updates.
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2.3.6 is still being tested officially though I think
I see zip archive with 2.3.6 patch by Motorola (today`s released patch). Bootstraper don`t flash there. What tool is needed?
Probably a tool that isn't made yet... just give the devs some time to tear through the update and work it out.
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There is a soak test going on now. The update should be available to all in a few weeks.
If you use the forever root stuff then you will keep root with the 2.3.6 update. I still have root after doing 2.3.6
extide said:
If you use the forever root stuff then you will keep root with the 2.3.6 update. I still have root after doing 2.3.6
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Any advantage in the update, compared to the current?
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Any advantage in the update, compared to the current?
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So far everything feels snappier in 2.3.6 and the camera is taking better quality photos. I've only had the update for about 4 hours but so far it is a noticable improvement over 2.3.5
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So far everything feels snappier in 2.3.6 and the camera is taking better quality photos. I've only had the update for about 4 hours but so far it is a noticable improvement over 2.3.5
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Regarding the camera, is the auto focus working better now? If you don't mind, could you elaborate some more on this issue?
Thanks!
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Regarding the camera, is the auto focus working better now? If you don't mind, could you elaborate some more on this issue?
Thanks!
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From what I can tell, the auto focus performs MUCH faster with this update. With 2.3.5 you had to wait forever to get it to focus. The end result is much better photos. I don't really know all the technical jargon as to why its better, I just know that the pictures look better with this update!
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
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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?
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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
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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
Just got notified of a new update. Sprint's website says that it fixed a major security issue (Stagefright). Anyone know anything about this? Any performance improvements/new features? Is it rootable like ZV7?
I just got notified about an update on my 996 as well. Hoping someone can clarify on what this update changes.
Not 100% sure of the changes, but take a look for yourself! Just received this in the morning, and uploaded to Google Drive. Enjoy!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2ihvr_1hzAnX0I2ZXV5Q3E0Zlk/view?usp=sharing
Can i take this update?I am on v7 rooted system.img.Will it work if i update.?Thanks
No. If you are rooted it will not work.
So has anyone else's gotten really crappy from doing this switch? i have had more problems after this update, and the 5.1.1 update made the phone finally what its supposed to be.
If you need root for the new update, I can do it
Just send me a system backup
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What would one have to do to hide an update like this? As far as i can see it's not worth unrooting for.
Edit: just figured it out. My apologies.
how do you turn off OTA updates?
Root
I am currently on LS996zv8 by sprint Is it possible to root now or downgrade? Their is nothing on the internet I came across to be able to root zv8.
SayWhat10 said:
how do you turn off OTA updates?
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If you long press the notification you can open app info and disable notifications from it.
It won't fully "disable" the updates but itll at least stop nagging you about them.
Probably a better way to do it but this works for me.
Are you people aware of the stagefright security issues and the recently published exploit? Did you really not know about the worst security flaw in Android affecting about 950 million Android phones?
Check this page out for details:
https://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/category/technologies/operating-systems/mobile/android/
Install this upgrade as soon as possible, it will ensure that your phone is protected from the stagefright bugs plaguing Android for months, we'll since discovered a few months ago. It is the most important update your phone has ever received.
LG does not have this update for the European Flex2 yet, lucky you that you get it already.
Zatchbellize said:
I am currently on LS996zv8 by sprint Is it possible to root now or downgrade? Their is nothing on the internet I came across to be able to root zv8.
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Working on it
Root
Sj12345 said:
Working on it
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Do you still need a back up of the system imagine?
Zatchbellize said:
Do you still need a back up of the system imagine?
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No, I am uploading the rooted system now
Sj12345 said:
No, I am uploading the rooted system now
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Has it been though anying testing?
Zatchbellize said:
Has it been though anying testing?
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LS996 VZ8 rooted System
https://mega.nz/#!dZtAFY7J!FH3DpgJw83Hl7VNrf7PWi4AgPyZsfTECLSyYVmLf1GU
I will add it to my easy root tool later... @Alex_XV6700
happyjack96 said:
Just got notified of a new update. Sprint's website says that it fixed a major security issue (Stagefright). Anyone know anything about this? Any performance improvements/new features? Is it rootable like ZV7?
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is this stock firmware for zv8
@Sj12345
can the ls996zv8 rooted image be flashed using the easy root tool?
According to the Verizon Galaxy S5 Update Page:
This software update has been tested to optimize device performance, resolve known issues and apply the latest security patches.
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Also,
This software update fixes an issue where the device couldn't be unlocked, even when using the correct PIN or pattern unlock code.
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We already know it includes the June Security Patch. Hopefully they fixed the problems we've been having with MM as well.
Here's the tiny (59.1mb) update.zip: Link
Yeah I just got it. I am going to wait to update though.
I received the notification too. Probably just the June security updates that all the other carriers already rolled out.
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I received the notification too. Probably just the June security updates that all the other carriers already rolled out.
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I don't think so. Normally if it's just the security update, the info on the update just says "This update includes the latest Android security updates."
This says enhancements and improvements along with Android security updates.
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I don't think so. Normally if it's just the security update, the info on the update just says "This update includes the latest Android Security Patch."
This says enhancements and improvements along with Android security updates.
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Good catch. Hopefully, like you said before, it fixes some of the issues from the MM update.
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Good catch. Hopefully, like you said before, it fixes some of the issues from the MM update.
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Yeah.. I'm getting tired of my music randomly pausing for a second.. lol. I wish I could just update now but eff losing my Dev bootloader. I hope the odin .tar comes out soon so we can just flash it without the aboot.
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I received the notification too. Probably just the June security updates that all the other carriers already rolled out.
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This one actually rebooted the phone and started it up from scratch and optimized Android system. The previous security updates have never done that to my phone.
How do I keep from getting this? Already on MM with unlocked bootloader. I should say it's already on my phone waiting for me to apply it.
Well now the Verizon Galaxy S5 Update Page says:
This software update fixes an issue where the device couldn't be unlocked, even when using the correct PIN or pattern unlock code.
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No mention of fixing camera quality or music skipping problems.
Just finished the update. Takes you up to 6.0.1. Don't see much else different.
EDIT: NM, didn't even realize the last update was 6.0.1. Thought it was just 6.0
Software Version: MMB29M.G900VVRU2DPF4
Taken from verizon:
This software update fixes an issue where the device couldn't be unlocked, even when using the correct PIN or pattern unlock code.
Android security patch June 1st also
Ahh nice. I didn't even see the mention of the security updates.
Did Verizon patch the aboot.mbn for 15 EMMC users, or is it always included in updates? There is a new aboot and boot.img file included in the new PF4 OTA zip.
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Bobcus Leper said:
Did Verizon patch the aboot.mbn for 15 EMMC users, or is it always included in updates? There is a new aboot and boot.img file included in the new PF4 OTA zip.
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Like any OTA, you'll lose Dev Bootloader status. We'll have to wait for someone like @jrkruse or @muniz_ri to make a ROM.
kooks05 said:
Software Version: MMB29M.G900VVRU2DPF4
Taken from verizon:
This software update fixes an issue where the device couldn't be unlocked, even when using the correct PIN or pattern unlock code.
Android security patch June 1st also
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that **** was pissing me off the other day
did it to me two days in a row, even after re-configuring pattern code
Can you still downgrade to 5.0 pb1 if you take the update
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Can you still downgrade to 5.0 pb1 if you take the update
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This is exactly what I would like to know too.
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bubtub said:
Can you still downgrade to 5.0 pb1 if you take the update
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Bobcus Leper said:
This is exactly what I would like to know too.
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Well what about from G900VVRU2DPF4 to G900VVRU2DPD1 without loosing data since they are both 6.0.1?
I need the tar file for the pf4.... So i can flash my locked and unrooted pb1 phone via odin. Does someone have a link to the needed tar file? I need the stock tar one not debloated or rooted one.
Been looking around to see if there are any legit root methods available yet for the Pixel. So far, I've found this: http://www.technobuzz.net/root-google-pixel-xl/ anyone know if this is legit? Are there any legit methods yet?
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Been looking around to see if there are any legit root methods available yet for the Pixel. So far, I've found this: http://www.technobuzz.net/root-google-pixel-xl/ anyone know if this is legit? Are there any legit methods yet?
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From what I've seen there isn't a version of TWRP for the Pixel yet, however I'd love to be proven wrong.
maflin18 said:
Been looking around to see if there are any legit root methods available yet for the Pixel. So far, I've found this: http://www.technobuzz.net/root-google-pixel-xl/ anyone know if this is legit? Are there any legit methods yet?
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I am also looking for a method....
The one with magisk works generally (tested on nexus 5x) but it needs twrp and there is still no working version for the pixel. however, i found this post: http://www.droidforums.net/threads/twrp-already-on-the-pixel.291391/ so it souldn't need a long time until it's available....
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I am also looking for a method....
The one with magisk works generally (tested on nexus 5x) but it needs twrp and there is still no working version for the pixel. however, i found this post: http://www.droidforums.net/threads/twrp-already-on-the-pixel.291391/ so it souldn't need a long time until it's available....
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That does indeed look promising! Hoping for the public release soon.
shizonic said:
I am also looking for a method....
The one with magisk works generally (tested on nexus 5x) but it needs twrp and there is still no working version for the pixel. however, i found this post: http://www.droidforums.net/threads/twrp-already-on-the-pixel.291391/ so it souldn't need a long time until it's available....
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He also stated that TWRP cannot handle the new file encryption yet, so .zips would need to be uploaded in recovery which is wonky for some, as well as the dual system partition fiasco is not handled yet. So *soon* might be more like a few weeks...
Out of curiosity, what are you guys wanting to do with root? First thing I'm going to do is replace system emojis with iOS ones.
As of 10/20, from the source:
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This is the first device with Android's new partition layout. Having looked at the firmwares and at running devices (remotely), I have some ideas on how to do it.
However, it will be a while before I have SuperSU fixed up. The changes will be quite a bit of work and testing, and doing so remotely will make that take significantly longer. So I'm just going to wait for my own device, but as they aren't available in my country, it has to be shipped from another country and go through customs. I don't expect my device to arrive for another week or two.
In the meantime, it's always possible someone else releases root for it.
I saw @jcase and @Dees_Troy have been playing with TWRP, to me it seems wholly possible to fix that up (mostly) as well. But even if TWRP is released tomorrow, using the existing SuperSU ZIP will not work on it, due to all the breaking changes in Android 7.1.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/how-to-root-pixel-xl-7-1-t3483860
So we could be a while.
maflin18 said:
Out of curiosity, what are you guys wanting to do with root? First thing I'm going to do is replace system emojis with iOS ones.
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want to install linux in a chroot env....
Chronzy said:
As of 10/20, from the source:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/how-to-root-pixel-xl-7-1-t3483860
So we could be a while.
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Indeed. Once chainfire gets his device, things should begin to roll along much quicker.
I was excited to get the pixel to give into my flashaholic tendencies with reckless abandonment. Sad to see there is no root method available. Went back to my s7 edge for now. I'll get back to my pixel when I can tinker... This pixel sure ain't the Nexus I've grown to know and love. ?
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I was excited to get the pixel to give into my flashaholic tendencies with reckless abandonment. Sad to see there is no root method available. Went back to my s7 edge for now. I'll get back to my pixel when I can tinker... This pixel sure ain't the Nexus I've grown to know and love.
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I assume that the dual system layout partition could play a big role in why TWRP/Root isn't ported yet. Every method has to be adapted to that solution so far as it is new. Though TWRP is already being worked and it's only a question of time XD.
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I assume that the dual system layout partition could play a big role in why TWRP/Root isn't ported yet. Every method has to be adapted to that solution so far as it is new. Though TWRP is already being worked and it's only a question of time XD.
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That sort of explains it http://android.wonderhowto.com/news...methods-are-taking-longer-than-usual-0174611/
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Looks like chainfire posted an image of his rooted pixel.
https://twitter.com/ChainfireXDA/status/791576935977644032
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Very nice
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Just found this. Legit bootloader unlock? http://theroot.ninja/depixel8.html
maflin18 said:
Just found this. Legit bootloader unlock? http://theroot.ninja/depixel8.html
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Sure is. haven't tried it myself since I ordered from the Google store, but these guys are legit.
maflin18 said:
Just found this. Legit bootloader unlock? http://theroot.ninja/depixel8.html
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Yeah we're legit
@jcase Does the dePixel8 method break Android Pay? Also, does it give you root access, or do I still need to apply root after the dePixel8 (and if so, how?)
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@jcase Does the dePixel8 method break Android Pay? Also, does it give you root access, or do I still need to apply root after the dePixel8 (and if so, how?)
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This doesn't exactly unlock your bootloader. It breaks whatever VZW put on there to block bootloader unlock. After running this you will need to use adb to unlock the bootloader yourself just like a GS version or a nexus. No, this will not give you root. But typically a bootloader unlock is necessary to achieve root. Root methods have not been released yet. Chain Fire has achieved system less root but it's not ready for release.
Also, no depixel8 does not break android pay. Unlocking your bootloader after applying depixel8 will break android pay. Google has prevented android pay from working of your bootloader is unlocked.
Do you read the XDA articles or just post on the forums?