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[Q] TWRP problem with Sprint Galaxy S4

I installed TWRP on my Sprint Galaxy S4, but yet the phone is not showing as being rooted. The installation seemed to be a success. When I try to run SuperSU, I get the message that the SU binary needs to be updated, but the installation fails. I tried upgrading to a newer version in the Google Playstore, but that did not work either. I have since reverted back to the original version.
I downloaded Root Checker and it says my device does not have root access. But yet, when I go into the phone recovery mode, I do get into the TWRP mode and I see the version number installed on my phone. If the TWRP was a success, why is my phone not showing as rooted?
Does the SuperSU program have to work first?
Also, I need clarification on the TWRP versions.
I have tried 2 different versions and don't have success with either one. They both installed successfully, but my phone will not show as rooted when I use Root Checker.
My Sprint Galaxy S4 is a SPH-L720.
The 2 version of TWRP are: jfltespr and jfltexx
The texx seems to be for I9505 phone (which I'm sure mine is).
The spr seems to be for Sprint, but on some other websites, it shows to be for L710 version.
Both have installed successfully on my phone. Not sure which I should be using.
The TWRP site does not really specify spr only being for L710 (that is something I saw on another site).
What am I missing to get my phone to be recognized as rooted?
My build number is: KOT49H.L720VPUFNG2

I solved the problem. Found out TWRP is not the actual rooting process. I found the file I needed and rooted successfully.
Hertz305 said:
I installed TWRP on my Sprint Galaxy S4, but yet the phone is not showing as being rooted. The installation seemed to be a success. When I try to run SuperSU, I get the message that the SU binary needs to be updated, but the installation fails. I tried upgrading to a newer version in the Google Playstore, but that did not work either. I have since reverted back to the original version.
I downloaded Root Checker and it says my device does not have root access. But yet, when I go into the phone recovery mode, I do get into the TWRP mode and I see the version number installed on my phone. If the TWRP was a success, why is my phone not showing as rooted?
Does the SuperSU program have to work first?
Also, I need clarification on the TWRP versions.
I have tried 2 different versions and don't have success with either one. They both installed successfully, but my phone will not show as rooted when I use Root Checker.
My Sprint Galaxy S4 is a SPH-L720.
The 2 version of TWRP are: jfltespr and jfltexx
The texx seems to be for I9505 phone (which I'm sure mine is).
The spr seems to be for Sprint, but on some other websites, it shows to be for L710 version.
Both have installed successfully on my phone. Not sure which I should be using.
The TWRP site does not really specify spr only being for L710 (that is something I saw on another site).
What am I missing to get my phone to be recognized as rooted?
My build number is: KOT49H.L720VPUFNG2
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[Q] Galaxy s5 Odin and flashing

after towel was released at&t released a update which fixed the patch that was used to root in towelroot. I have heard that there are alternative rooting methods which I have tried that involve Odin. For some reason though when I try to use Odin it always told me fail and after a certain amount of tries in bricked my phone which is now in a boot loop. can someone help get me out of that bootloop?
I also have another question. Can't you just flash a older version of android to your Galaxy s5 and then use towelroot to root it?
(I am very new to this rooting experience and I would appreciate step by step guide):laugh:
Than you

You probably had "fail" message because you hadn't disabled the option "Reactivation Lock" in Security settings before using Odin.
To fix your phone, just boot in Download Mode, then flash a working firmware for your S5. Do you how to do that ? Can help you if needed
I also have another question. Can't you just flash a older version of android to your Galaxy s5 and then use towelroot to root it?
Yes you can, but prefer using newer version for you'll have better performance and security updates.

Galaxy S6 5.1.1 root

Hi,my galaxy s6 is on version 5.1.1 with the G920FXXU2BOGG firmware and I want to root it but don't know the right method.I know that there is already a method on how to root galaxy s6 on 5.1.1 but does it support my firmware?because it is made to root the first 5.1.1 firmware or it supports all galaxy s6 5.1.1 firmwares?

hlm19 said:
Hi,my galaxy s6 is on version 5.1.1 with the G920FXXU2BOGG firmware and I want to root it but don't know the right method.I know that there is already a method on how to root galaxy s6 on 5.1.1 but does it support my firmware?because it is made to root the first 5.1.1 firmware or it supports all galaxy s6 5.1.1 firmwares?
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Only way to get root on 5.1.1 thus far is by flashing TWRP recovery.
If you are an amateur to this sort of thing I would highly suggest not to do that.
It will void your warranty permanently by tripping KNOX which can't be "un-tripped"
May I ask why you think you need/want root?

I want to root my galaxy s6 as I see some good custom roms and want to try them.I've had some android phones before like the galaxy note 4,galaxy note 3,htc one m8 and galaxy nexus and rooted them.Just curious on how to root my gs6 with the XXU2BOGG firmware.Does the 5.1.1 root method supports my firmware?

hlm19 said:
I wan't to root my galaxy s6 as I see some good custom roms and want to try them.I've had some android phones before like the galaxy note 4,galaxy note 3,htc one m8 and galaxy nexus and rooted them.Just curious on how to root my gs6 with the XXU2BOGG firmware.Does the 5.1.1 root method supports my firmware?
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Okay then, as long as you aware of the risks..
Rooting isn't device dependent, it's just software. It's supported on any firmware as long as you have TWRP installed. It just installs SuperSU for you into the system files.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/orig-development/twrp-t3080940
Pretty sure TWRP is supported on all models of S6/Edge, they all share the same hardware as each other.
Just flash it with Odin version 3.10.6.
Grab it here ZeroFLTE represents all S6 models except Sprint model which require their own special one (no idea why)
You then follow the Odin install method, making sure you're using 3.10.6. Otherwise more than likely will not work.
After installation of TWRP and then booting into TWRP you will be faced with the "SuperSU is not installed, would you like to install it?"
.. And done.
Er, actually I think that appears when when you go to restart via TWRP menu
But yeah.. best of luck, don't blame me if your phone explodes into a fire ball that goes nuclear and destroys the world.. Or simply bricks it
Edit: Wait are you talking about the Chainfire root method? If you are you may as well not even consider that if you're planning on custom firmware installs.. TWRP is your best bet because it isn't device/firmware specific like CF. And you need TWRP for firmware installs anyway..

Stevles said:
Okay then, as long as you aware of the risks..
Rooting isn't device dependent, it's just software. It's supported on any firmware as long as you have TWRP installed. It just installs SuperSU for you into the system files.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/orig-development/twrp-t3080940
Pretty sure TWRP is supported on all models of S6/Edge, they all share the same hardware as each other.
Just flash it with Odin version 3.10.6.
Grab it here ZeroFLTE represents all S6 models except Sprint model which require their own special one (no idea why)
You then follow the Odin install method, making sure you're using 3.10.6. Otherwise more than likely will not work.
After installation of TWRP and then booting into TWRP you will be faced with the "SuperSU is not installed, would you like to install it?"
.. And done.
Er, actually I think that appears when when you go to restart via TWRP menu
But yeah.. best of luck, don't blame me if your phone explodes into a fire ball that goes nuclear and destroys the world.. Or simply bricks it
Edit: Wait are you talking about the Chainfire root method? If you are you may as well not even consider that if you're planning on custom firmware installs.. TWRP is your best bet because it isn't device/firmware specific like CF. And you need TWRP for firmware installs anyway..
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Thanks mate!So twrp now supports 5.1.1?

Welcome! TWRP has supported 5.1.1 since the latest version: 2.8.7.1. Change log is in the second post here. Take care and have fun

Stevles said:
Welcome! TWRP has supported 5.1.1 since the latest version: 2.8.7.1. Change log is in the second post here. Take care and have fun
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Thanks again!But I thought the only way to root the gs6 with 5.1.1 is by using the unikernel something?as 5.1.1 is different than 5.0.2.

hlm19 said:
Thanks again!But I thought the only way to root the gs6 with 5.1.1 is by using the unikernel something?as 5.1.1 is different than 5.0.2.
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Not sure about that.. Perhaps install unikernal first just to be sure
Okay so go to the last page or two of the TWRP thread and start reading

Stevles said:
Not sure about that.. Perhaps install unikernal first just to be sure
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Yeah,just checked and have to flash unikernel first and then the twrp via odin.If I root using this twrp method,it supports my 5.1.1 firmware right?Sorry for lots of asking.

hlm19 said:
Yeah,just checked and have to flash unikernel first and then the twrp via odin.If I root using this twrp method,it supports my 5.1.1 firmware right?Sorry for lots of asking.
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Assuming it doesn't boot loop with unikernel (all reports say it's fine) then yeah you won't have any dramas with root via TWRP.. Like I said it's just software, the boot loop comes from Samsung being slippery Gypsies and modifying their kernels to basically stop people from modifying system partitions. Hence the need for a custom kernel to bypass that crap. You'll be fine

Stevles said:
Assuming it doesn't boot loop with unikernel (all reports say it's fine) then yeah you won't have any dramas with root via TWRP.. Like I said it's just software, the boot loop comes from Samsung being slippery Gypsies and modifying their kernels to basically stop people from modifying system partitions. Hence the need for a custom kernel to bypass that crap. You'll be fine
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Yeah,and if I need to unroot it,I do just flash the official firmware via odin?

hlm19 said:
Yeah,and if I need to unroot it,I do just flash the official firmware via odin?
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Sorry for delayed response.. Yes flashing a firmware tar. md5 will reset the system partition back to full stock and replace the recovery, kernel, modem etc.
Just download one corresponding to your device ie.. SM-G92XX where the first X is either a 5 or 0 and the second is the country or region the phone was intended for. I keep the latest firmware for my device and country (not carrier because it has too much bloatware) around at all times to undo any screw ups and start again

Stevles said:
Sorry for delayed response.. Yes flashing a firmware tar. md5 will reset the system partition back to full stock and replace the recovery, kernel, modem etc.
Just download one corresponding to your device ie.. SM-G92XX where the first X is either a 5 or 0 and the second is the country or region the phone was intended for. I keep the latest firmware for my device and country (not carrier because it has too much bloatware) around at all times to undo any screw ups and start again
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Thanks for the help!Will try it

Try this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/samsung-galaxy-s-6--s-6-edge-unified-development/kernel-stockmod-kernel-t3100395

roydok said:
Try this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/samsung-galaxy-s-6--s-6-edge-unified-development/kernel-stockmod-kernel-t3100395
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I think he may have already actually, thanks for your input. It was certainly mentioned earlier but now there's a link which is always nice

What does tripping KNOX do? I like and would like to continue using the Tap & Pay feature from my bank. Is KNOX separate from the secure element the bank uses?
Other than providing a separate environment for work, what else does KNOX provide?

Rooting ideas for Verizon SGS6

Since there is still no root method above 5.1.1, perhaps I should make a thread for ideas on rooting the Samsung Galaxy S6 6.0.2 and higher
I was thinking of editing default.prop in the ramdisk so I can gain root access since this is what I am hearing.
ro.secure is like root without the need of ADB
ro.debugging is root but you need ADB.
And then attempt to install su and superuser
I've seen someone on 6.0.2 on root checker saying they have root their S6 but it was hard to get root. So I am guessing he edited default.prop in the ramdisk.
That's all I am thinking, might think wrong or stuck in the past, but what do you guys think on what might get root access? I actually need ideas on what can get root access to the S6

AndroidFan16 said:
Since there is still no root method above 5.1.1, perhaps I should make a thread for ideas on rooting the Samsung Galaxy S6 6.0.2 and higher
I was thinking of editing default.prop in the ramdisk so I can gain root access since this is what I am hearing.
ro.secure is like root without the need of ADB
ro.debugging is root but you need ADB.
And then attempt to install su and superuser
I've seen someone on 6.0.2 on root checker saying they have root their S6 but it was hard to get root. So I am guessing he edited default.prop in the ramdisk.
That's all I am thinking, might think wrong or stuck in the past, but what do you guys think on what might get root access? I actually need ideas on what can get root access to the S6
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This guy you've heard has root on 6.0.2 is on the G920V right, also seems interesting, do you think you could link this image, or original posting or whatever?

If Root Checker has an option to contact the person that rooted 6.0.2, I would do it, but I can't. That's why I made the "Rooting Ideas"
Also, I have the feeling that since PC2 can be downgraded to OK7, it might have the same bootloader. So technically were not far from root for marshmallow.
You can check in root checker. Cause that's were I found someone that rooted the verizon S6

AndroidFan16 said:
If Root Checker has an option to contact the person that rooted 6.0.2, I would do it, but I can't. That's why I made the "Rooting Ideas"
Also, I have the feeling that since PC2 can be downgraded to OK7, it might have the same bootloader. So technically were not far from root for marshmallow.
You can check in root checker. Cause that's were I found someone that rooted the verizon S6
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Ok, after I flash again (FLASHFIRE WORKS!, too bad it is pretty much useless now..., may have soft bricked it again XD) Working with Rooted 5.1.1, and it is quite crap... the battery life is maybe 3 hours max, and everything is SLOW!
THINGS I'VE TRIED:
Flashing 5.0.2 via Flashfire - FAIL
Flashing 5.0.2 via Flashfire, then flashing custom sboot - FAIL
SuperSU-MEing Kingroot in 5.1.1 - Kind of....*
Flashing PC2 Firmware (MM), With Everroot Enabled FAIL**
THINGS I NEED TO TRY:
Flashing Custom SU (or Custom VZW S7 SU) via FlashFire
Waiting For ROMS for the Eng-Kernal....
That Is All The Info I Have
*SuperSU works, but bootloops on reboot...
**Stuck at Screen BEFORE BOOT LOGO
(Where is says Powered By Android at the bottom)
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AndroidFan16 said:
If Root Checker has an option to contact the person that rooted 6.0.2, I would do it, but I can't. That's why I made the "Rooting Ideas"
Also, I have the feeling that since PC2 can be downgraded to OK7, it might have the same bootloader. So technically were not far from root for marshmallow.
You can check in root checker. Cause that's were I found someone that rooted the verizon S6
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HOLD UP! The S7 SuperSU binary!
What About In FlashFire
WIPE, FLASH PC2 (MM FIRMWARE), FLASH VZW-S7 SU BINARY, REBOOT
Maybe, Just Maybe...

Mnky313 said:
This guy you've heard has root on 6.0.2 is on the G920V right, also seems interesting, do you think you could link this image, or original posting or whatever?
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Mnky313 said:
Ok, after I flash again (FLASHFIRE WORKS!, too bad it is pretty much useless now..., may have soft bricked it again XD) Working with Rooted 5.1.1, and it is quite crap... the battery life is maybe 3 hours max, and everything is SLOW!
THINGS I'VE TRIED:
Flashing 5.0.2 via Flashfire - FAIL
Flashing 5.0.2 via Flashfire, then flashing custom sboot - FAIL
SuperSU-MEing Kingroot in 5.1.1 - Kind of....*
Flashing PC2 Firmware (MM), With Everroot Enabled FAIL**
THINGS I NEED TO TRY:
Flashing Custom SU (or Custom VZW S7 SU) via FlashFire
Waiting For ROMS for the Eng-Kernal....
That Is All The Info I Have
*SuperSU works, but bootloops on reboot...
**Stuck at Screen BEFORE BOOT LOGO
(Where is says Powered By Android at the bottom)
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HOLD UP! The S7 SuperSU binary!
What About In FlashFire
WIPE, FLASH PC2 (MM FIRMWARE), FLASH VZW-S7 SU BINARY, REBOOT
Maybe, Just Maybe...
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It could work though
Since the verizon S7 users are in the same boat as us
I really hate lollipop. Its soooooooooo slooooooooowwwwww. So I want to see if we can try to get the S7 SU binary asap before my phone gets more slower :crying:
Tried to root 6.0.2 with Easy One-Click tool on the forum for tests and giggles. Gave me a bootloop.

SM-G920W8 CF-Auto-Root has old version

Hey I'm new here and hope I've got the right area to post in if not can you please direct me to where I can request an update to the CF auto-root for SM-G920W8, it is at 6.1 but I have 7.0
Hey I have an SM-G920W8 and I'm attempting to root for the first time just for pogo to get around the new update.
I've downloaded odin and the guide I was using last night warned not to flash a rom with a different version than your phone or it could result in bricking your phone.
I've figured everything else out, my phone is recognized and I can boot to download but I'm afraid to flash the old version.
I have no idea how to create any of this on my own so I'd like to formally request an update for this version of the phone.
Thank you for your time and directions.

SM-G920W8 with baseband G920W8VLU5DQD4
Chainfire I am also wondering if there is plans for any CF-Auto root for our Canadian phone now that the Version 7 ROM is out?
Is there anything needed from us to get this update of CF-Auto root added to your list?
if no CF-Auto root can we flash the SuperSU 2.82 using TWRP for our phones? I tried 2.79... and TWRP stopped part way through and got a bootloop when i rebooted the phone.