Found this over on MoDaCo forums -- they have obtained temporary root on the Galaxy Nexus: 03 Nov r1: Superboot - rooting the Galaxy Nexus - Android @ MoDaCo
Superboot is a boot.img that when booted, will root your device the first time you boot (installing su and the superuser APK). No need to flash any partitions, no need to mess around with ADB, no messing with the contents of your data partition, no overwriting the shipped ROM on your device, just boot the boot image using the instructions below and you're done!
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Great news, but shouldn't we let the author post it if he wants to release it here?
FISKER_Q said:
Great news, but shouldn't we let the author post it if he wants to release it here?
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I guess you are right -- probably should have put it in General Discussion and let author of this make his own thread for support.
I'll let the mods decide what they want to do with this.
FISKER_Q said:
Great news, but shouldn't we let the author post it if he wants to release it here?
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The OP did link to the site instead of posting the download. I use XDA primarily and would have never found that link had someone not posted it. I don't see why the dev would be disgruntled.
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joshw0000 said:
The OP did link to the site instead of posting the download. I use XDA primarily and would have never found that link had someone not posted it. I don't see why the dev would be disgruntled.
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Oh yeah, i don't think he'll mind at all.
More for purposes of keeping the forums a bit cleaner for when he does post here
I don't see why this is a big deal, nexus devices have the ability to have the bootloader unlocked out of the box.
Simply 'oem unlock' download su and busybox from the market, job done.
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spences10 said:
I don't see why this is a big deal, nexus devices have the ability to have the bootloader unlocked out of the box.
Simply 'oem unlock' download su and busybox from the market, job done.
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I've never had a Nexus device before -- didn't know it was that easy.
You can download SU and busybox right from the market, install them and you have root access after a 'fastboot oem unlock'?
Stigy said:
I've never had a Nexus device before -- didn't know it was that easy.
You can download SU and busybox right from the market, install them and you have root access after a 'fastboot oem unlock'?
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I may be wrong but while it is easy(Being that google considers these devices as developer platforms), it's not that easy.
Even with the bootloader unlocked, you won't be able to write to the relevant directories (as those require root permissions), and as such you still need root unlocked before you can install those from the market.
FISKER_Q said:
I may be wrong but while it is easy(Being that google considers these devices as developer platforms), it's not that easy.
Even with the bootloader unlocked, you won't be able to write to the relevant directories (as those require root permissions), and as such you still need root unlocked before you can install those from the market.
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Right its almost that simple though. The typical procedure is:
Fastboot OEM unlock
Fastboot flash recovery clockwork.img
Boot into recovery, flash superuser zip
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FISKER_Q said:
I may be wrong but while it is easy(Being that google considers these devices as developer platforms), it's not that easy.
Even with the bootloader unlocked, you won't be able to write to the relevant directories (as those require root permissions), and as such you still need root unlocked before you can install those from the market.
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Well technically you need the su binary installed before Superuser app is useful. You don't need root before you can install Superuser lol
_hyperdude said:
Well technically you need the su binary installed before Superuser app is useful. You don't need root before you can install Superuser lol
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Yes, of course, i meant the actual installation of the su binary
FISKER_Q said:
I may be wrong but while it is easy(Being that google considers these devices as developer platforms), it's not that easy.
Even with the bootloader unlocked, you won't be able to write to the relevant directories (as those require root permissions), and as such you still need root unlocked before you can install those from the market.
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Ah, think you may have a point there so actually what POB has done is enable root without CWMR [as you would need to flash the super user binary from recovery] which is quite handy thinking about it because it may be a while before someone manages to compile a compatible recovery
So I stand corrected, it is quite a big deal
spences10 said:
Ah, think you may have a point there so actually what POB has done is enable root without CWMR [as you would need to flash the super user binary from recovery] which is quite handy thinking about it because it may be a while before someone manages to compile a compatible recovery
So I stand corrected, it is quite a big deal
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Yup. And the new SuperUser has the option to fully download and install the SU binary. So temp-root means super fast real root.
Why is flashing a boot image preferable to flashing a recovery image?
matt2053 said:
Why is flashing a boot image preferable to flashing a recovery image?
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I don't think it's flashing a boot image, I think it's just booting off that image which then modifies the system partition to include the su binary and the relevant changes. Then you restart and boot your regular boot image, but this time you've got the su binary.
Understood, thanks.
FISKER_Q said:
I may be wrong but while it is easy(Being that google considers these devices as developer platforms), it's not that easy.
Even with the bootloader unlocked, you won't be able to write to the relevant directories (as those require root permissions), and as such you still need root unlocked before you can install those from the market.
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Yea, root access is only relevant when the phone is booted up. When in recovery, to write to any partition, root access is not needed and doesn't matter.
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Hmm...it seems superboot is using a modified boot image from a dump of the GSM Galaxy Nexus. I guess this won't work with the LTE Galaxy Nexus?
Chirality said:
Hmm...it seems superboot is using a modified boot image from a dump of the GSM Galaxy Nexus. I guess this won't work with the LTE Galaxy Nexus?
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Hmm.....well, even if it won't, root won't be a problem. I guarantee koush will have a recovery for the VZW nexus on day 1.
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So this means its not rootable like the nexus s? (ie fastboot oem unlock)?
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hi guys!
I'm completely new to the forum but I didn't find the introduction section like in other forums, so sorry if I first didn't present myself there!
I just got a galaxy nexus and I'm using a mac.
I was able to unlock it and now I would like to root it in order to install the Android Revolution HD ROM and all over the web the developer team says to root the phone using fastboot. The problem is that all the links redirect to the modaco page with the first actual link and this takes you to a filesonic page which is down for the moment...
I guess this is caused by the recent sopa and pipa...
What am I supposed to do? is there any other way to download it?
every rooting guide I found talks of using fastboot...
thanks!
Do you have the android sdk installed?
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Pretty sure those links have been down for a while.. check the dev section for other ways to root.
El Daddy said:
Do you have the android sdk installed?
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Yes I do, why?
joshnichols189 said:
Pretty sure those links have been down for a while.. check the dev section for other ways to root.
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But since the developers say that you ned a gnex rooted with fast boot I thought I had to use that method in order to use their rom. So I can use any Method I want to root it?
If you've unlocked the bootloader then you have already used fastboot so just use the fastboot commands to flash CWM and then use that to flash the root package. Get the latest Superuser package from here:
http://goo-inside.me/superuser/Superuser-3.0.7-efghi-signed.zip
mrc87 said:
But since the developers say that you ned a gnex rooted with fast boot I thought I had to use that method in order to use their rom. So I can use any Method I want to root it?
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Fastboot is not a program you should download. It is the menu that appears wat your GN when you start up your phone with Volume up + Volume Down + Power button. You should however download the appropriate files for unlocking and rooting etc. See other threads on what those files are...
If you installed the android sdk then it should be in the platform tools folder.
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Ok thanks guys I'll give it a try when I get home!
I have an unlocked bootloader and ICS 4.0.4. what is easiest root? One click root didnt work.
Thanks in advance for putting up with my stupid question
Please explain in detail, the instructions, like youre talking to somebody stupid. thanks
SoulOfDownfall said:
I have an unlocked bootloader and ICS 4.0.4. what is easiest root? One click root didnt work.
Thanks in advance for putting up with my stupid question
Please explain in detail, the instructions, like youre talking to somebody stupid. thanks
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you have a nexus, theres only one way to do it correctly.. fastboot oem unlock, fastboot a custom recovery(cwm or i recommend twrp recovery), flash a custom rom(and kernel if you want) in your recovery, then reboot. thats all you need to do. no need for apps or hacks. thats why we buy nexus devices, for the ease. since youre already unlocked, just fastboot a recovery and flash a rom
SoulOfDownfall said:
I have an unlocked bootloader and ICS 4.0.4. what is easiest root? One click root didnt work.
Thanks in advance for putting up with my stupid question
Please explain in detail, the instructions, like youre talking to somebody stupid. thanks
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Follow instructions in Method 1 here.
simms22 said:
you have a nexus, theres only one way to do it correctly.. fastboot oem unlock, fastboot a custom recovery(cwm or i recommend twrp recovery), flash a custom rom(and kernel if you want) in your recovery, then reboot. thats all you need to do. no need for apps or hacks. thats why we buy nexus devices, for the ease. since youre already unlocked, just fastboot a recovery and flash a rom
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He's asking how to root, not how to flash a rooted custom ROM...
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He's asking how to root, not how to flash a rooted custom ROM...
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in this case its one and the same. ive owned every single nexus and this method does not change. all other methods are just extra baggage. or, if you want to, tell all my nexii(nexus one, nexus s, and galaxy nexus) that they dont have root. all the custom have have the superuser binaries that are needed.
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Follow instructions in Method 1 here.
He's asking how to root, not how to flash a rooted custom ROM...
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lol, that easy method that you posted is way more complicated. but im guessing that youre recommending this method because youre the one that wrote it up. no need to get more complicated than needed
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in this case its one and the same. ive owned every single nexus and this method does not change. all other methods are just extra baggage. or, if you want to, tell all my nexii(nexus one, nexus s, and galaxy nexus) that they dont have root. all the custom have have the superuser binaries that are needed.
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lol, that easy method that you posted is way more complicated. but im guessing that youre recommending this method because youre the one that wrote it up. no need to get more complicated than needed
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Let me rephrase: I think he was asking how to root a stock ROM.
But thanks for your input: if for you, the way to root a rom is to flash a custom rom, you must be right...
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Let me rephrase: I think he was asking how to root a stock ROM.
But thanks for your input: if for you, the way to root a rom is to flash a custom rom, you must be right...
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fine. then flash a custom recovery and a rooted stock rom. same thing. the easiest way.
efrant said:
Follow instructions in Method 1 here.
He's asking how to root, not how to flash a rooted custom ROM...
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Why do you perpetuate the myth of rooting a Nexus?
You root non dev phones, is there some deeper meaning to this?
simms22 said:
fine. then flash a custom recovery and a rooted stock rom. same thing. the easiest way.
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Which is exactly what i said to do: flash cwm and flash su.zip. nothing else.
morfic said:
Why do you perpetuate the myth of rooting a Nexus?
You root non dev phones, is there some deeper meaning to this?
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Not sure I understand what you are saying.
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Check my sig buddy.
You'll probably need to start from the beginning.
I assume you mean you're carrier unlocked, and not bootloader unlocked.
i think this method is pretty easy. i had no issues using it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1392310
Just download cwm and put it with your adb/fastboot files.
download the su.zip and put it onto your "sd card".
Pull up cmd prompt and access adb files
adb reboot bootloader
*make sure bootloader unlocked*
Fastboot flash recovery cwm.img
Fastboot reboot bootloader
Fastboot boot cwm.img
Then flash the su.zip
Done
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thos25 said:
Just download cwm and put it with your adb/fastboot files.
download the su.zip and put it onto your "sd card".
Pull up cmd prompt and access adb files
adb reboot bootloader
*make sure bootloader unlocked*
Fastboot flash recovery cwm.img
Fastboot reboot bootloader
Fastboot boot cwm.img
Then flash the su.zip
Done
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Suggestion:
At this time cwm should no longer be preached as defacto standard.
It would be better to refer to "a recovery" linking to both cwr and twrp2.
CWR is extremely antiquated and the ease of use of twrp2 is MUCH better.
morfic said:
Suggestion:
At this time cwm should no longer be preached as defacto standard.
It would be better to refer to "a recovery" linking to both cwr and twrp2.
CWR is extremely antiquated and the ease of use of twrp2 is MUCH better.
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I only used CWM as an example. I do see your point though.
Personally, I haven't even bothered rooting my nexus or felt the need to do so. Due to the fact that I have not rooted my nexus, I don't have a preferred recovery. I was under the impression that CWM was the preferred recovery (of the majority of nexus users) based on comments I've read in the nexus forum.
I did have my EVO & Evo 3D rooted and used both CWM and TWRP at different times. I preferred TWRP. I believe it was TWRP 1.1.1 vs CWM 4.0.1.4 iirc. I tried TWRP 2.0 but didn't like the touch interface.
I just figured I would jump in to give an easy root method to the OP. That is one of the only benefits to the HTC unlock method. The fact that it forces you to learn some things that many other people would never bother to learn, ie fastboot/adb commands. once you get those down you are pretty golden.
At any rate, you are right though. TWRP could be a better option for the OP. And based on my EVO 3D experience, I would say it probably will be the better option.
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thos25 said:
I only used CWM as an example. I do see your point though.
Personally, I haven't even bothered rooting my nexus or felt the need to do so. Due to the fact that I have not rooted my nexus, I don't have a preferred recovery. I was under the impression that CWM was the preferred recovery (of the majority of nexus users) based on comments I've read in the nexus forum.
I did have my EVO & Evo 3D rooted and used both CWM and TWRP at different times. I preferred TWRP. I believe it was TWRP 1.1.1 vs CWM 4.0.1.4 iirc. I tried TWRP 2.0 but didn't like the touch interface.
I just figured I would jump in to give an easy root method to the OP. That is one of the only benefits to the HTC unlock method. The fact that it forces you to learn some things that many other people would never bother to learn, ie fastboot/adb commands. once you get those down you are pretty golden.
At any rate, you are right though. TWRP could be a better option for the OP. And based on my EVO 3D experience, I would say it probably will be the better option.
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the newest twrp touch recovery is sweet, cwm doesnt even come close. when you do decide to set your nexus free, give it a try
SoulOfDownfall said:
I have an unlocked bootloader and ICS 4.0.4. what is easiest root? One click root didnt work.
Thanks in advance for putting up with my stupid question
Please explain in detail, the instructions, like youre talking to somebody stupid. thanks
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Install GNex Toolkit from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1392310. First do option 1 (drivers) and than option 7 (one-click for all). You have root and cwm, works like a charm and is the easiest way to do it.
Jubakuba said:
Check my sig buddy.
You'll probably need to start from the beginning.
I assume you mean you're carrier unlocked, and not bootloader unlocked.
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Im bootloader unlocked, cwr.
im very computer savvy, and tech savvy, i know what im talking about, so everything i say i am completely positive of, i am experienced with android, i just dont know how to root. I have the su.zip on my sd card btw.
Good Lord,
One question and so many answers, no wonder new users are confused--
Don't pay attention to me--just bored atm and trying to decide btw the GN tmobile or One S to replace my N1--
Nothing like hijacking a thread either--
I prefer to use Galaxy Nexus Root Toolkit. Its very simple and do the job well. Never experiencing any problems with it.
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OK, this method was out since long time ago, but since not a lot of people know about this simple method, I am thinking of posting this thread to help a lot of people
Source: http://www.androidcentral.com/how-i-back-my-stock-unrooted-galaxy-nexus
Just follow the instruction and you should be able to temporary use the Clockworkmod recovery and able to backup all of your data (Make sure you got ADB driver installed though)
kyokeun1234 said:
OK, this method was out since long time ago, but since not a lot of people know about this simple method, I am thinking of posting this thread to help a lot of people
Source: http://www.androidcentral.com/how-i-back-my-stock-unrooted-galaxy-nexus
Just follow the instruction and you should be able to temporary use the Clockworkmod recovery and able to backup all of your data (Make sure you got ADB driver installed though)
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1. Root is not required for backup through recovery, whether running recovery that is on the device or booting recovery from your PC. Being rooted and having a custom recovery installed are two different things. Title is misleading.
2. Method still requires unlocking the bootloader (which still wipes your phone), you might as well flash recovery anyway.
It is neat that this is possible, but it seems rather redundant and unnecessary once you realize the only difference between booting into recovery from fastboot and flashing recovery is where the recovery is stored. The bootloader still has to be unlocked, if I'm not mistaken. If it doesn't have to be unlocked, then I can see the significance
JaiaV said:
1. Root is not required for backup through recovery, whether running recovery that is on the device or booting recovery from your PC. Being rooted and having a custom recovery installed are two different things. Title is misleading.
2. Method still requires unlocking the bootloader (which still wipes your phone), you might as well flash recovery anyway.
It is neat that this is possible, but it seems rather redundant and unnecessary once you realize the only difference between booting into recovery from fastboot and flashing recovery is where the recovery is stored. The bootloader still has to be unlocked, if I'm not mistaken. If it doesn't have to be unlocked, then I can see the significance
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As much as you're right, some people just wants to get OTA and stuff... For example, 3 of my friend who owns android wants to get OTA. Of course this isn't the most recommended way, at least it is there for people who wants it
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kyokeun1234 said:
As much as you're right, some people just wants to get OTA and stuff... For example, 3 of my friend who owns android wants to get OTA. Of course this isn't the most recommended way, at least it is there for people who wants it
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I understand, it's just that the difference between the methods is negligible.
JaiaV said:
I understand, it's just that the difference between the methods is negligible.
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I understand what you're saying too. It's just good to have choices you know?
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Titanium Backup is just so useful. Such a helpful utility. I guess the easiest without root would be through imaging of userdata?
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Sup XDA
I'm not a Dev and so this is my contribution to the HTC One- Verizon community. I don't own this device just trying to help out and put all the files in a single folder.
This is a DIY root method. By doing it yourself you will learn some basic knowledge about using cmd windows,using ADB,using fastboot.
This is also the same method used in my Guide for the HTC One - Sprint
Unlock your bootloader - www.htcdev.com Follow the instructions at HtcDev to unlock your bootloader.Verizon blocked it from working
Flash TWRP-CWM - (refer to the Read Me First Text on how to fastboot flash TWRP-CWM)
Flash a Superuser app of your choosing - (refer to the Read Me First Text on how to flash SuperSU)
<---- If this guide helped you buy me a coffee
Using this method will NOT give you S-OFF it will help you unlock your bootloader(HTC-DEV not possible without S-OFF) flash a custom recovery(TWRP or CWM) and install the Superuser app of your choice.
What's included:
Read Me Text (instructions,ADB commands, and whatnot)
ADB/Fastboot Tools
Latest HTC Drivers v4.2.0.001 and HTC BMP USB Drivers v1.0.5375(32 and 64 bit versions)
TWRP openrecovery v2.6.0.1
CWM v6.0.3.6 (Classic and Touch)
SuperSU.apk v1.51
Changelog:
First Release
09/24/13 Added a way to backup and restore apps and app data before and after HTC-Dev Unlock to post 2 Thanks Zedomax
10/07/13 Updated TWRP to 2.6.3.0
10/07/13 Updated CWM Classic and Touch to 6.0.4.3
10/07/13 Updated SuperSU to 1.65
10/07/13 Added Universal ADB Drivers(May help folks using Windows 8.1)
10/28/13 Updated CWM Classic and Touch to 6.0.4.4
10/28/13 Updated HTC Drivers to 4.8.0.002
01/14/14 Updated SuperSu to v1.86
01/14/14 Updated TWRP to 2.6.3.4
01/14/14 Updated CWM Classic to 6.0.4.5
01/14/14 Updated CWM Touch to 6.0.4.6
01/14/14 Added PhilZ Touch 6.08.9 as another recovery option
11/20/14 Updated SuperSU to 2.16
11/20/14 Updated PhilZ Touch to 6.48.4
11/20/14 Updared CWM Classic and Touch to 6.0.5.1
11/20/14 Updated TWRP to 2.8.1.0
11/20/14 Added MDmowers Unofficial TWRP
I would like to thank:
Zedomax (this is and updated version of what he did for the HTC Evo 4G LTE)
TeamWin (for TWRP)
MDmower (for Unoffical TWRP)
Flyhalf205 (for posting CWM)
Phil3759 (for PhilZ Touch Recovery)
Chainfire (for SuperSU)
The Awesome XDA Community
Videos:
To Follow
Root Files Below
AFH
Mirror
Disclaimer:
Code:
* Standard disclaimer:
* Your warranty is now void. Use at your own risk.
* In other words: It is your choice to use these files.
* I am not responsible for any damage or problems you may have!
I suggest extracting it to a folder on your desktop so you can find it and start by reading the Read Me Text.
I will update this thread as updates become available.
Latest HTC Drivers HERE
Backup your apps and app data before HTC-Dev Unlock:
Code:
For Mac:
cd Downloads
cd Root_HTC_One_Verizon
chmod 755 *
./adb-mac backup -apk -all -f backup.ab
For Linux:
cd Downloads
chmod 755 *
cd Root_HTC_One_Verizon
./adb-linux backup -apk -all -f backup.ab
Restore your apps and app data:
Code:
For Mac:
./adb-mac restore backup.ab
For Linux:
./adb-linux restore backup.ab
Might be a dumb question.
I unlocked and flashed the basic superuser through CWM. I think I've had a few problems with it though, because some apps cause a reboot when it accesses root functions - not all of them though.
My question is - can you switch from superuser to SuperSU if you've already flashed one, and how would you go about doing that? Thanks in advance.
jfp2004 said:
Might be a dumb question.
I unlocked and flashed the basic superuser through CWM. I think I've had a few problems with it though, because some apps cause a reboot when it accesses root functions - not all of them though.
My question is - can you switch from superuser to SuperSU if you've already flashed one, and how would you go about doing that? Thanks in advance.
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I have always used SuperSU... I'm pretty sure you can flash the SuperSU in recovery.
jfp2004 said:
Might be a dumb question.
I unlocked and flashed the basic superuser through CWM. I think I've had a few problems with it though, because some apps cause a reboot when it accesses root functions - not all of them though.
My question is - can you switch from superuser to SuperSU if you've already flashed one, and how would you go about doing that? Thanks in advance.
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If you are already rooted, then just download SuperSU from the market and run it. It will prompt you to update the SU binary and will automatically replace Superuser.
NotATreoFan said:
If you are already rooted, then just download SuperSU from the market and run it. It will prompt you to update the SU binary and will automatically replace Superuser.
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For whatever reason, when I tried that originally, it didn't work. I think something might've gotten messed up when I initially rooted, but I'm not sure what. Either that or there's just something off in my phone. It might explain certain root applications causing the phone to reboot when they try to do certain things.
Not sure if you're aware, but the bootloader can no longer be unlocked via htcdev.com, as Verizon caught on quickly.
StyrofoamTumor said:
Not sure if you're aware, but the bootloader can no longer be unlocked via htcdev.com, as Verizon caught on quickly.
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Yeah I have seen that
Sent from?
StyrofoamTumor said:
Not sure if you're aware, but the bootloader can no longer be unlocked via htcdev.com, as Verizon caught on quickly.
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I seem to remember this happening with other HTC devices (Droid DNA maybe?) but I believe JCase and/or crew figured out a way to bypass. Also, I remember him or someone on the team saying it would work for future devices that the removed from HTCdev.com.
Bottom line: I think there is still hope, provided the Devs can implore the same bypass.
EDIT: See this post-- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=36976137&postcount=1 TeamAndIRC may be able to do something similar?!
Jcase specifically said he will not be working on this one... Although he was kind enough to give a big hint to someone who knows what they are doing with that stuff.
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I wonder who he told. I hope they can get it done!
I wonder if anybody has checked or looked into the perf_event exploit to obtain root like they have for the me7 updated S4's.
Won't unlock the bootloader, but if you gain root, couldn't you edit the build.prop to trick htcdev into giving you an unlock?
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davehasninjas said:
I wonder if anybody has checked or looked into the perf_event exploit to obtain root like they have for the me7 updated S4's.
Won't unlock the bootloader, but if you gain root, couldn't you edit the build.prop to trick htcdev into giving you an unlock?
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Nope. Build.prop is not used for htcdev unlock. Besides, /system is write protected anyhow.
beaups said:
Nope. Build.prop is not used for htcdev unlock. Besides, /system is write protected anyhow.
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Gotcha, figured I'd ask, been looking into using am upgrade to grab one of these and now I'm kicking myself for waiting lol.
Thanks again for the quick answer though.
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So how do we use this guide to simply root our phone now that unlocking through HTC Dev and flashing a custom recovery is no longer an option?
raphytaffy said:
So how do we use this guide to simply root our phone now that unlocking through HTC Dev and flashing a custom recovery is no longer an option?
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Stuck on stock.. Sorry
This guide is no good unfortunately now
andybones said:
Stuck on stock.. Sorry
This guide is no good unfortunately now
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No way to root? Holy ****... I'm regretting this purchase already.
Stay strong HTC one' ers
When I first got my dna(may 15) it had no s-off method. But after a month beaups fuses and the RevOne team released an exploit...point is that the one is a big enough device and Verizon is a big enough network that someone will eventually release an exploit
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raphytaffy said:
No way to root? Holy ****... I'm regretting this purchase already.
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I have faith it will come
raphytaffy said:
No way to root? Holy ****... I'm regretting this purchase already.
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Fastest I've ever seen Verizon lock down htcdev unlock. Let's hope s-off comes.. I'm trying to reach out to unlimited.io team see if they have time to try to help (I tested for them for rezound and inc4g)
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raphytaffy said:
No way to root? Holy ****... I'm regretting this purchase already.
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I wouldn't it's a great phone and I have faith on the developers
Will I be able to apply/receive software updates when root enabled? I am worried that I won't be able to apply google updates once root enable, is this an issue? Is there a workaround?
Thanks!
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geocine said:
Will I be able to apply/receive software updates when root enabled? I am worried that I won't be able to apply google updates once root enable, is this an issue? Is there a workaround?
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If you install the simple fix here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44597339#post44597339
You can install future OTAs successfully and keep root.
geocine said:
Will I be able to apply/receive software updates when root enabled? I am worried that I won't be able to apply google updates once root enable, is this an issue? Is there a workaround?
Thanks!
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Just rooting doesn't prevent updates. You just lose root and have to reapply after update.
Custom recovery means you probably need to download the update file and apply it via the recovery instead of the automatic updater.
Changing or removing system files will almost definitely prevent updates being applied.
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gbroon said:
Just rooting doesn't prevent updates. You just lose root and have to reapply after update.
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Actually I was surprised also, but SuperSU does prevent the OTA from completing successfully.
Read the referenced link.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44597339#post44597339
I JUST did this. I had TWRP and rooted. I has 15J. Booted my nandroid. Downloaded the 15Q update, restarted to install. TWRP caught the stock image and flashed it.
Then I booted into 15Q. I lost root and TWRP. Flashed over TWRP through fastboot and rooted.
No issues.
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player911 said:
I JUST did this. I had TWRP and rooted. I has 15J. Booted my nandroid. Downloaded the 15Q update, restarted to install. TWRP caught the stock image and flashed it.
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Are you rooted using SuperSU, what version, and can I examine the zip file.
Thanks guys, actually I haven't rooted this device yet. Because I am still reading on stuff here on xda how to do it the right way and the links you posted
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sfhub said:
If you install the simple fix here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44597339#post44597339
You can install future OTAs successfully and keep root.
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hi sfhub, do I need to do
fastboot oem unlock
before doing
fastboot boot twrp.img ?
I've been rooted since day one and gotten ota updates fine.
I use twrp and just make sure to flash supersu each time and call it good. Not a single problem on my end.
Even still if you bork it just flash factory image. It's pretty simple to get out of a pinch. But rooting and ota should work fine as long as you keep stock image. Just reflash supersu each time and you're good to go.
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geocine said:
hi sfhub, do I need to do
fastboot oem unlock
before doing
fastboot boot twrp.img ?
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If you aren't already unlocked then, yes.
Most people will already be unlocked though if they are rooted.
fastboot oem unlock process will force a factory reset for security purposes so backup anything important.
sfhub said:
If you aren't already unlocked then, yes.
Most people will already be unlocked though if they are rooted.
fastboot oem unlock process will force a factory reset for security purposes so backup anything important.
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I haven't rooted my device yet , I am on all stock. Does 'fastboot boot' just loads the twrp image and not flash it?
How will I be able to backup stuff, are there any other options aside from titanium backup that requires root .
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geocine said:
I haven't rooted my device yet , I am on all stock. Does 'fastboot boot' just loads the twrp image and not flash it?
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Yes.
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How will I be able to backup stuff, are there any other options aside from titanium backup that requires root .
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There are some backup apps that don't need root, but probably need to restore.
You can also try adb backup, but it may not backup 100% of your stuff.
I'm not the best person to ask on the backup as I always unlock before I do most of the software installs just so I can avoid losing customizations later on.
sfhub said:
Yes.
There are some backup apps that don't need root, but probably need to restore.
You can also try adb backup, but it may not backup 100% of your stuff.
I'm not the best person to ask on the backup as I always unlock before I do most of the software installs just so I can avoid losing customizations later on.
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Thanks, I am currently backing up using adb., a non 100% backup is better than no backup at all. I hate redoing things.
sfhub said:
Yes.
There are some backup apps that don't need root, but probably need to restore.
You can also try adb backup, but it may not backup 100% of your stuff.
I'm not the best person to ask on the backup as I always unlock before I do most of the software installs just so I can avoid losing customizations later on.
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While we are it, I just want to ask if it is also possible to bring back the bootloader to a locked state. thanks.
geocine said:
While we are it, I just want to ask if it is also possible to bring back the bootloader to a locked state. thanks.
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Yes, very simple, just type
fastboot oem lock
I would advise against doing so unless you plan to return the unit though, as if you ever need to do stuff to your system (even factory restore) then you'd need to unlock again, which would factory reset again.
sfhub said:
If you install the simple fix here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44597339#post44597339
You can install future OTAs successfully and keep root.
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Here is a post from sfhub
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geocine said:
Here is a post from sfhub
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BTW the author of SuperSU recently implemented the change I made so starting in v1.55 the separate fix is no longer necessary.
sfhub said:
BTW the author of SuperSU recently implemented the change I made so starting in v1.55 the separate fix is no longer necessary.
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The 1.55 update doesn't appear to want to install properly for me from Google Play. Is this an issue of having the OTA fix installed?
Nevermind...i guess i needed to reboot...but, this does beg the question, is there anything related to the OTA fix that needs to be "uninstalled" in general?
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Nevermind...i guess i needed to reboot...but, this does beg the question, is there anything related to the OTA fix that needs to be "uninstalled" in general?
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No, there is nothing to uninstall. It is very clean.
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BTW the author of SuperSU recently implemented the change I made so starting in v1.55 the separate fix is no longer necessary.
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Is there anything I should do if I already have your fix installed?
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