Hey guys, I'm really debating. I very much want to improve the quality of the camera on the device and it can only be done with the gcam, the problem that for getting the best out of gcam i need root. Basically this is the only reason for me. So I turn it to you, do you think, should Root be made to the device?
Hello mate, you have no choice if you want to install GCAM and some others cool stuff in the future, root is necessary.
khalisz said:
Hello mate, you have no choice if you want to install GCAM and some others cool stuff in the future, root is necessary.
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The question is, what is more necessary... What i will get more
maor23 said:
The question is, what is more necessary... What i will get more
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For 90% of users, it's not necessary to get root since Oreo and Pie but to install some app like GCAM and Vanced, it's necessary because to modify the OS implantation and then to be able to install those apps.
Root give you the full and entire access of your phone. With caution.
maor23 said:
The question is, what is more necessary... What i will get more
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If you have to ask for a reason, root may not be for you.
With root you will lose Google Widevine L1. So you can't see HD contents on Prime Video, Netflix and similar.
Despite this, it is useful for some reasons that khalisz has already said.
I think rooting and voiding your 700euro phone warranty is not worth it at all for a few apps.
mikel10k said:
I think rooting and voiding your 700euro phone warranty is not worth it at all for a few apps.
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I don't believe it voids warranty. OnePlus encourages development and root. If u even go to their site for some devices they show u can install stock with custom recovery. Did that on a few past devices.
khalisz said:
For 90% of users, it's necessary to get root since Oreo and Pie but for installed some app like GCAM and Vanced, it's necessary because to modify the OS implantation and then to be able to install those app.
Root give you the full and entire access of your phone. With caution.
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Im using gcam and vanced without root. Im i missing something?
the_rooter said:
I don't believe it voids warranty. OnePlus encourages development and root. If u even go to their site for some devices they show u can install stock with custom recovery. Did that on a few past devices.
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Really? This is my first oneplus phone so i thought it's like that with all manufacturers. This is great news
mikel10k said:
Really? This is my first oneplus phone so i thought it's like that with all manufacturers. This is great news
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https://www.google.com/search?q=doe...ooting&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-b-1-m
Read the first link
Root is a Hoot and always fun to Boot... But your choice any day on XDA!
mikel10k said:
I think rooting and voiding your 700euro phone warranty is not worth it at all for a few apps.
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Wrong !
it does not void your warranty when you unlock the bootloader with OnePlus.
mikel10k said:
Really? This is my first oneplus phone so i thought it's like that with all manufacturers. This is great news
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I have rooted all my oneplus and returned some of them to OnePlus even without locking bootloader.. no questions asked
OnePlus has always been dev-friendly. I always root because of my apps. I have games I've been playing for over 8 years that I'd lose the data for if I didn't root
This phone is so developer friendly why would you not root? You won't screw up the phone by rooting and if you're someone who has never rooted before then this would be a good device to learn on.
galaxys said:
Root is a Hoot and always fun to Boot... But your choice any day on XDA!
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I guess you thought about it many days
mikel10k said:
Really? This is my first oneplus phone so i thought it's like that with all manufacturers. This is great news
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I sent my OnePlus 5 in to service to get the gyroscope replaced after having it rooted etc. Just make sure to go stock and relock everything before you send it.
ajsmsg78 said:
This phone is so developer friendly why would you not root? You won't screw up the phone by rooting and if you're someone who has never rooted before then this would be a good device to learn on.
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Wow, what a great post. This is me actually, I just ordered op7pro looking forward to many options etc, been samsung for the last 7 years exclusively.
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For me rooting is not worth it since i can do all i want without rooting. Sideload mods apks,. Use adb command (native call recording, force 90hz all time etx) . Plus oxygen os is already a modded version of stock android. Most of what oxygent os include u would have to root a pixel to get it. While not rooted all my apps work. No worries about my bank app not working (yes most bank apps work but UNTIL WHEN) or netflix and other movie apps refuses to play at higher resolution only because of root.
Getting my updates over the air. Root is great for but those whi have the time.
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Hi everyone,
I know I am going to sound very annoying but I have googled various threads for hours and I still have not come close to an answer, so please be easy on me. I am a total noob!
So basically, Long story short, I bought this Moto G 2015 (4th Gen - Xt1072 the 5inch screen one) earlier this year, and it has been very slow ever since! So now, I am getting notifications that I cant update to 5.1!
The issue is, my phone is rooted, and I would like it to remain rooted! So, I am assuming i will not be able to install the update file.
The real question I have is, how do I go about this? How do i update to 5.1 (22.46.12.en.GB) without losing my root? I am happy with backing it all up on Titanium, and then updating but I don't know how to do it. Do I have to download the new android on my laptop and then re-install it or something? All this technical talk is literally racking my brain!
I know the solution is probably simple so I would really appreciate if someone can give me a simple answer!
Thanks so much
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Hi everyone,
I know I am going to sound very annoying but I have googled various threads for hours and I still have not come close to an answer, so please be easy on me. I am a total noob!
So basically, Long story short, I bought this Moto G 2015 (4th Gen - Xt1072 the 5inch screen one) earlier this year, and it has been very slow ever since! So now, I am getting notifications that I cant update to 5.1!
The issue is, my phone is rooted, and I would like it to remain rooted! So, I am assuming i will not be able to install the update file.
The real question I have is, how do I go about this? How do i update to 5.1 (22.46.12.en.GB) without losing my root? I am happy with backing it all up on Titanium, and then updating but I don't know how to do it. Do I have to download the new android on my laptop and then re-install it or something? All this technical talk is literally racking my brain!
I know the solution is probably simple so I would really appreciate if someone can give me a simple answer!
Thanks so much
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U can flash cm12.1 or can update your device then just root it back.
I doubt its a fourth gen, when the latest is 3rd.
Why can't you unroot, update, then reroot?
banerjeeayan1996 said:
U can flash cm12.1 or can update your device then just root it back.
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Hi buddy,
Thanks for the reply!
What is the difference between cm12.1 and normal android 5.1? and how do I update and then root it back?
Sorry but im a total noob, I dont know these things. Please help!
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I doubt its a fourth gen, when the latest is 3rd.
Why can't you unroot, update, then reroot?
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To be honest, I don't know. It's the 5 inch one, single sim if that's any help?
And how do I unroot? and where do I find the update film.
I promise you, I don't know if its cos im dumb or what, but I have been researching this all day! I don't know what to do!
You can follow this link for a tool to restore back to stock firmware. This will wipe your phone. http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...dows-tool-moto-g-2015-xt1072-restore-t3124915
Then update after that and root again.
I don't know much about removing root, I would look up how you did it then search for removing it. What did you use? Supersu?
rouyal said:
You can follow this link for a tool to restore back to stock firmware. This will wipe your phone. http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...dows-tool-moto-g-2015-xt1072-restore-t3124915
Then update after that and root again.
I don't know much about removing root, I would look up how you did it then search for removing it. What did you use? Supersu?
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Oh ok, thanks buddy. Yes I used SuperSU. But if I follow the guide, I'm assuming it will remove the root anyway? Right?
tiger123uk said:
Oh ok, thanks buddy. Yes I used SuperSU. But if I follow the guide, I'm assuming it will remove the root anyway? Right?
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Yes, it will reflash your phone to how it was when out the factory. Then update, then install supersu same as you did before.
Cm12.1 is pre rooted rom and stock rom i think u know what it is.
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rouyal said:
Yes, it will reflash your phone to how it was when out the factory. Then update, then install supersu same as you did before.
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your a star, thanks buddy. you reckon there might be another way though?
banerjeeayan1996 said:
Cm12.1 is pre rooted rom and stock rom i think u know what it is.
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Yeah, I meant in what way is the CM12.1 different to androids own rom. Is it better? Does it have more features etc?
Thanks
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your a star, thanks buddy. you reckon there might be another way though?
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I've only used supersu like one time. When you open supersu from the app drawer, is there an option to remove root?
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I've only used supersu like one time. When you open supersu from the app drawer, is there an option to remove root?
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Ah yes there is!
So do you reckon if I do this and try to update as normal it will work?!
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Ah yes there is!
So do you reckon if I do this and try to update as normal it will work?!
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Try it out. If not, you haven't lost anything cause u can just reinstall supersu if not
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Maybe, I'm just throwing ideas out. Have you done anything as root that might make the update fail?
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I don't believe I have. I'll give it a try tomorrow unless someone comes with a better idea. Thanks though!
Hello all,
I read a lot of stuff here about root but I couldn't find an exact answer to what I look for.
I would like to know if rooting:
1. Loses the fingerprint?
2. If xposed Amplify really helps improving the standby drain or other xposed app. (at the moment I am sitting at between 0.8%-1.1% / hour overnight and I find it unacceptable)
3. Main disadvantage if rooted (besides loosing warranty because I don't care)
thank you.
avatar_ro said:
Hello all,
I read a lot of stuff here about root but I couldn't find an exact answer to what I look for.
I would like to know if rooting:
1. Loses the fingerprint?
2. If xposed Amplify really helps improving the standby drain or other xposed app. (at the moment I am sitting at between 0.8%-1.1% / hour overnight and I find it unacceptable)
3. Main disadvantage if rooted (besides loosing warranty because I don't care)
thank you.
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1. No you will not lose the fingerprint sensor, even custom kernels have now fingerprint support.
2. Yes it does, I'm using it and I couldn't be any more happier.
3. The main disadvantage is that when an update arrives, then the only way to update is via smart switch ( a pc application) and you will have to re-root after that, though I don't consider it as a problem.
A big thanks to you kid xda user.
Cheers
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3. The main disadvantage is that when an update arrives, then the only way to update is via smart switch ( a pc application) and you will have to re-root after that, though I don't consider it as a problem.
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I thought after knox is tripped there's no way to get an ota update, does smart switch wipe the phone and install a new firmware or just update without wiping?
peachpuff said:
I thought after knox is tripped there's no way to get an ota update, does smart switch wipe the phone and install a new firmware or just update without wiping?
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It basically installs a new firmware, but I think it doesn't wipe your apps or pictures, but root will be gone and besides the Knox flag, your phone will return to official status.
How are you rooting a gs-7 I thought there's no way truly to read it yet if there is some way linked me to that site. Thanks
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xda23 said:
How are you rooting a gs-7 I thought there's no way truly to read it yet if there is some way linked me to that site. Thanks
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Cf autoroot with Knox tripped
The international version of the S7, the Exynos-based SM-G930F, can be rooted e.g. using the CF auto root kernel.
I'm not aware your SM-G930T (T-Mobile USA) already can.
xda23 said:
How are you rooting a gs-7 I thought there's no way truly to read it yet if there is some way linked me to that site. Thanks
Sent from my SM-G930T using XDA-Developers mobile app
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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?
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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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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mrnovanova said:
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.
zaclimon said:
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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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?)
DMCShep said:
@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?
Thinkin bout buy the s8+, can any one confirm if the bootloader is locked or unlocked?
YES
KJThaDon said:
YES
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Well that's extremely saddening
JordanMonde said:
Well that's extremely saddening
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So that pretty much means you can't install a custom recovery or Rom on it right?
JordanMonde said:
So that pretty much means you can't install a custom recovery or Rom on it right?
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No recovery.....but you can flash roms with flashfire app if and when we get an exploit for root just like the s7e did....
The exynoa international does have and Unlocked bootloader
JordanMonde said:
Well that's extremely saddening
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mlock420 said:
No recovery.....but you can flash roms with flashfire app if and when we get an exploit for root just like the s7e did....
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What he said...I'm sure there will be an exploit soon enough...As long as I can run xPosed and a few other things I'm ok with it
thx guys im new to putting a rom on and i wanna get the s8 or wait for pixel 2 but ive read that puttin a new rom on them makes them a complete different phone and i wanna be able to do it to my next phone
All Samsung devices that come out will have locked bootloaders
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djxn40 said:
All Samsung devices that come out will have locked bootloaders
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Not at all! Face palm!
KJThaDon said:
What he said...I'm sure there will be an exploit soon enough...As long as I can run xPosed and a few other things I'm ok with it
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How do you plan on running xposed on nougat?
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force70 said:
How do you plan on running xposed on nougat?
sent from my S8 plus, Note 7 or S7 Edge
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It's under development
KJThaDon said:
It's under development
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Yes i know....for awhile now. You made it sound like you were going to install it immediately lol
force70 said:
Yes i know....for awhile now. You made it sound like you were going to install it immediately lol
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lol no....Going to have to wait for root first and hopefully xPosed is good to go by then, if not I can wait
KJThaDon said:
lol no....Going to have to wait for root first and hopefully xPosed is good to go by then, if not I can wait
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You can pretty much give up on xposed for N. Maybe all together. The dev is just more focused on real life and google keeps closing the security holes that things like xposed uses. Also he would already be working with the android O code
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lol no....Going to have to wait for root first and hopefully xPosed is good to go by then, if not I can wait
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Root and twrp is already available
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Root and twrp is already available
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I'm not using the exynos version
This is my first Samsung device since the S4 I knew this bootloader is locked, my question is once there's an exploit for root and we are able to flash ROMs through flashfire is it an easy method? I always used twrp, and if I wanted to go back to stock or something messed up how would I restore everything? Please and thank you
unitz0mbie said:
This is my first Samsung device since the S4 I knew this bootloader is locked, my question is once there's an exploit for root and we are able to flash ROMs through flashfire is it an easy method? I always used twrp, and if I wanted to go back to stock or something messed up how would I restore everything? Please and thank you
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there is no going back.
cantenna said:
there is no going back.
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I mean not even through smart switch? You can't restore? I don't care for Samsung pay or if knox says whatever, if I ever want to go back I can't restore through smart switch?
Hey is there any guides or ways to root the oppo A16S? I've been looking around but I cannot work it out
No. In order to root you need to unlock the bootloader. The conventional way of unlocking the bootloader has been disabled on OPPO. You need to use the testpoint method which is really difficult and potentially could ruin your phone for good. So no root for your oppo. Consider using ADB to clean up your oppo using Universal ADB Debloater
Fytdyh said:
No. In order to root you need to unlock the bootloader. The conventional way of unlocking the bootloader has been disabled on OPPO. You need to use the testpoint method which is really difficult and potentially could ruin your phone for good. So no root for your oppo. Consider using ADB to clean up your oppo using Universal ADB Debloater
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Oh okay thank you, I mainly wanted to root my phone to get apps like cheatengine and stuff like that for games, what cheaper phones do you recommend that can run games and can be rooted?
conducked said:
Oh okay thank you, I mainly wanted to root my phone to get apps like cheatengine and stuff like that for games, what cheaper phones do you recommend that can run games and can be rooted?
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Go for redmi phones, from xiaomi.
Fytdyh said:
Go for redmi phones, from xiaomi.
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Ill have a look for redmi ) thank you can they all be rooted?
conducked said:
Ill have a look for redmi ) thank you can they all be rooted?
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Yes. The popular ones have even plenty of custom roms. I suggest checking their xda subforum before making the acquisition.