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[Q] Noob question roms

I just want to get this straight before I do anything rash. In order to install a custom rom ie MOAR on my sm-900p if the rom says 5.0.2 does my android version have to be the same or can it be 5.0 and still work without bricking? Along these same lines, is it possible to downgrade to 4.4.4 via the stock room and will there be any issues? I have also read about leaked stuff like I am running 5.0 and if I wanted to somehow get a leaked 5.0.2 rom how does this work?
Thanks in advance.

jvenz76 said:
I just want to get this straight before I do anything rash. In order to install a custom rom ie MOAR on my sm-900p if the rom says 5.0.2 does my android version have to be the same or can it be 5.0 and still work without bricking? Along these same lines, is it possible to downgrade to 4.4.4 via the stock room and will there be any issues? I have also read about leaked stuff like I am running 5.0 and if I wanted to somehow get a leaked 5.0.2 rom how does this work?
Thanks in advance.
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If you want to install MOAR, check the MOAR FAQ and it should answer all you questions. Post#2 is a step by step on installing. Recommend you stay away from leaked versions until you're more comfortable about how to get out of a problem. MOAR 6.0 is based on the official Lollipop release. If you have any MOAR questions after you've read the instructions, feel free to post on that thread.

Ramer said:
If you want to install MOAR, check the MOAR FAQ and it should answer all you questions. Post#2 is a step by step on installing. Recommend you stay away from leaked versions until you're more comfortable about how to get out of a problem. MOAR 6.0 is based on the official Lollipop release. If you have any MOAR questions after you've read the instructions, feel free to post on that thread.
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Ty for the response, but, I already realize that there is a rom for 5.0 it was just an example. I really wanted to know about the android versions and if they have to be the same ie can I flash a rom that is for 5.0.2 even though my android version is 5.0?

jvenz76 said:
Ty for the response, but, I already realize that there is a rom for 5.0 it was just an example. I really wanted to know about the android versions and if they have to be the same ie can I flash a rom that is for 5.0.2 even though my android version is 5.0?
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Yes you can. You can also go back to 4.4.x but it requires flashing firmware back for Kitkat.

Ramer said:
Yes you can. You can also go back to 4.4.x but it requires flashing firmware back for Kitkat.
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Is there a link to describe this process?

jvenz76 said:
Is there a link to describe this process?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/spr...irmwareonlyodinflashabl-imagesfor4-4-t2958614

Best way to root new XZ

Hello Forum,
So I've checked out the new AndroPlusKernel v01 but before I try it I'd thought I'd ask the following.
Currently have a new XZ that does not have the 1.1.A.0.1 maintenance update or 39.0.A.1.250 update.
So it's currently running 39.0.A.1.213 - Would it be possible to root it now and update but keeping it rooted ?
Or just update it and then use AndroPlusKernel ?
I know towelroot worked on the older versions so didn't want to update before checking.
Many Thanks

Downgrade Clarification

I want to know that, Is it possible to downgrade from 6.0.1 to 5.1 (kindly guide about those rom which is rootable after the downgradable)
Because I want to root my device. So kindly guide me which android 5.1 rom is rootable as well as easily downgradable without any problem/issue.
No worry about warranty and KNOX.
Currently Stock Rom on my mobile.
Detail
Details:
Baseband Version
G920VVRU4CPF4
Kernal Version
3.10.61
Build Number
MMB29K.G920VVRU4CPF4
Security Software Version
MDF v2.0 Release 6
VPN v1.4 Release 6.0
KNOX Version
Knox 2.6
Thanks

Only took 10 seconds of looking to find this thread, I'm sure a search would have turned it up for you.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s6/general/downgrade-6-0-1-to-5-1-1-t3489816
Pretty much pointless though.

Thanks..
I have already seen that thread. People were not sure that after downgrading on 5.1 there is still not root available. So thats why I am asking.
Complete answer and guide will be highly appreciated

There is no way to downgrade and have permanent root. That thread is all the hope there is... If such a guide existed it would have been stickied.

give me a direction please

hello all ive been searching all morning to just getting more confused , im currently running android 5.0 rooted a lot of my apps will not work unless on 6.0 is there a way to upgrade to 6.0 and keep phone rooted or do i have to take verizon ota update to 6.0 then root my phone ? i just need a lead and ill go
build number: RU2BPB1
hardware version : G900V.05
Thanks all

buckeyes#1 said:
hello all ive been searching all morning to just getting more confused , im currently running android 5.0 rooted a lot of my apps will not work unless on 6.0 is there a way to upgrade to 6.0 and keep phone rooted or do i have to take verizon ota update to 6.0 then root my phone ? i just need a lead and ill go
build number: RU2BPB1
hardware version : G900V.05
Thanks all
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Download and run this app ,it will give you a string of numbers start that start with 15 or 11
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=673368273298935345
If the first two numbers are 15, you can have root and be running up to date custom ROM in an hour. If the first two numbers are 11 you can still do some cool customising but no root or custom ROMs , for the most part anyway.
Anyway download and run the app from link above / then you can start here if you want to keep going. Good luck
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...ired-easier-root-method-t3561529/post71147687
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buckeyes#1 said:
hello all ive been searching all morning to just getting more confused , im currently running android 5.0 rooted a lot of my apps will not work unless on 6.0 is there a way to upgrade to 6.0 and keep phone rooted or do i have to take verizon ota update to 6.0 then root my phone ? i just need a lead and ill go
build number: RU2BPB1
hardware version : G900V.05
Thanks all
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You can get root it's just going to require more effort and the use of a PC. Go to the following link and scroll down to the directions for the S5 that starts with 11... ignore the fact that it says Toshiba.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve.../testers-required-easier-root-method-t3561529

Upgrading my SM G530H android 4.4.4 to Lollipop 5.0.2

Hello everyone. I'm having a trouble with my sm g530h, it is very laggy specifically when connected to wifi and cant run some apps properly. Can I upgrade its OS to atleast lollipop 5.0.2? Also my phone is not rooted. Thanks in advance for those who will help me

If you find a Custom Recovery suitable to this phone, and if you find a Custom ROM ( based on Android 5+ ) suitable to this phone, then it's possible.

jwoegerbauer said:
If you find a Custom Recovery suitable to this phone, and if you find a Custom ROM ( based on Android 5+ ) suitable to this phone, then it's possible.
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Hello thanks for answering, is it ok if i update os w/o rooting my phone?

Rooting phone's Android isn't required at all, but phone's bootloader must be unlockable.

Will the lagging of the device be gone once it was updated to 5.0.2?

jwoegerbauer said:
Rooting phone's Android isn't required at all, but phone's bootloader must be unlockable.
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Thank you very much, have a nice day!