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[Feedback] Any interest in Automated root of stock ROM (w/o ODIN or ROM Flash)?

I have some scripts that I wrote for LG Optimus S to do a fully automated root/unroot of the stock ROM.
I adapted them to work with the Samsung Epic 4G Touch.
This would root the phone using your EXISTING stock ROM. No need to use ODIN or mess with custom recoveries, kernels, or ROMs.
Everything would be your existing stock (ROM, zImage-kernel+initramfs, etc), except you'd have ROOT, so it shouldn't suffer from LOS (unless you had LOS with stock to start with)
Looking for feedback. If there is any interest I can clean it up and post the package.
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Here you go:
[ROOT][EG30] Automated root of your existing stock ROM (w/o ODIN or ROM Flash)
Let me know if there are any problems and I will try and fix them quickly.
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I could see interest in something like this.
I recall multiple threads asking "will the epic touch ever get a more conventional root?" so if you can pull it off I could definitely see the demand.

I remember reading about this root method on the AC forums. I wouldn't be interested myself, as I want more from a rooted device, but I'd imagine there would be a reasonable number of people who only want root for wifi tethering and certain apps that require it and don't care about custom recovery and kernels/ROMs.

Ill be the first to test it.
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I would use it!
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YES! This is what I have been waiting for. You release this, I will root IMMEDIATELY.

sfhub said:
I have some scripts that I wrote for LG Optimus S to do a fully automated root/unroot of the stock ROM.
I adapted them to work with the Samsung Epic 4G Touch.
This would root the phone using your EXISTING stock ROM. No need to use ODIN or mess with custom recoveries, kernels, or ROMs.
Everything would be your existing stock (ROM, zImage-kernel+initramfs, etc), except you'd have ROOT, so it shouldn't suffer from LOS (unless you had LOS with stock to start with)
Looking for feedback. If there is any interest I can clean it up and post the package.
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Good to see you over here!
I still have my Optimus S, have to use it now and then as a backup, lol. In response to your question, YES. There are many who have not rooted yet as they think Odin is to much/confusing to do

cordell12 said:
Good to see you over here!
I still have my Optimus S, have to use it now and then as a backup, lol. In response to your question, YES. There are many who have not rooted yet as they think Odin is to much/confusing to do
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I don't think it's too confusing, I just don't want to have to flash ANYTHING to get root. I have had ZERO problems with my phone. Not a single LOS, no random game closes, nothing. I don't want to risk flashing a kernel, even the stock pulled, and potentially stirring something up and having to deal with LOS and whatever else. Not worth it to me.
@OP- can you make it Mac compatible pleaseeeee?

Here you go:
[ROOT][EG30] Automated root of your existing stock ROM (w/o ODIN or ROM Flash)
Let me know if there are any problems and I will try and fix them quickly.

I want!
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@OP - more methods can't hurt
_MetalHead_ said:
YES! This is what I have been waiting for. You release this, I will root IMMEDIATELY.
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Why not odin stock kernel plus cwm? You can then flash busy box and super user and have what you want

_MetalHead_ said:
@OP- can you make it Mac compatible pleaseeeee?
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Assuming you install "adb" on Mac, you can use the (included) manual rooting instructions (see Reference Section B)
It should be much simpler than other manual instructions as you still are getting 95% of the automation through scripts. Just a little typing to kick things off.

I would test it.
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xlGmanlx said:
@OP - more methods can't hurt
Why not odin stock kernel plus cwm? You can then flash busy box and super user and have what you want
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Probably not a big deal for many folks on XDA, but this method will NOT trigger the Yellow Triangle nor will it increase your ODIN flash count.
There are, of course, ways to address those annoyances when using other methods.

There is a software fix for yellow triangle which should account for most sprint stores but I always welcome more solutions
sfhub said:
Probably not a big deal for many folks on XDA, but this method will NOT trigger the Yellow Triangle nor will it increase your ODIN flash count.
There are, of course, ways to address those annoyances when using other methods.
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I found a conventional root. Google "doomlord root" or http://www.xda-developers.com/andro...-anything-try-doomlords-easy-rooting-toolkit/
It works perfectly for the epic touch. No flashing required. I used it because i wanted full control but loved stock.
Rob
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OP, you are my F*CKING HERO!!
I am rooted... FINALLY!! WOOHOOOO!!!

Wow very cool will probably try this over the weekend!

Hey - good work sfhub!
Could someone post a system dump of their /system after running this and achieving root with the stock kernel without CWM?

This is great. I was wondering why someone hadn't done something like this earlier. Many thanks

Samsung Galaxy Nexus Update Error

Hi Guys!
I did not find anything concerning this problem, so i considered posting it here, I hope this is the right section though.
I own a GSM Galaxy Nexus (German Phone) and after finally getting the update 2 4.0.4 my phone always jumps into this state after rebooting and trying 2 update:
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The Phone is rooted and has 4.0.2 running atm.
Anyone some advice?
Greetings
Julian

DasEtwas said:
Hi Guys!
I did not find anything concerning this problem, so i considered posting it here, I hope this is the right section though.
I own a GSM Galaxy Nexus (German Phone) and after finally getting the update 2 4.0.4 my phone always jumps into this state after rebooting and trying 2 update:
As i found no way to update manually this is probably the only way to get to 4.0.4.
The Phone is rooted and has 4.0.2 running atm.
Anyone some advice?
Greetings
Julian
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Your have one or more of the following:
1) a radio that is different from XXKK6;
2) a boot image that is either not stock or (if it is stock), a different version from the one included in the factory image of the ROM you are using;
3) a stock recovery that is a different version from the one included in the factory image of the ROM you are using;
4) files in /system that were modified or deleted, either by you, or one of your root apps.
Those issues need to be rectified before the update will install.
Have a read of this thread for additional info.

Hey efrant
Thanks for you fast answer!
I checked the list.
1.) My Baseband/Radio is I9250XXKK6, so i guess thats ok so far.
2 and 3.) As far as I know I'm on stock Boot image and ROM, how can I check that on my phone? (Heres the info from the system info menu: Kernel-Version: 3.0.8-gaaa2611 [email protected] #1, Build number: ICL53F)
4.) I had several files altered by root apps:
- I'm using Avast Anti Theft and had the Anti Theft functions written into my bootrom (which could likely cause a problem)
- I'm using a Web Remote App that altered some files in the system at least it requested superuser access
Thanks
Julian

DasEtwas said:
Hey efrant
Thanks for you fast answer!
I checked the list.
1.) My Baseband/Radio is I9250XXKK6, so i guess thats ok so far.
2 and 3.) As far as I know I'm on stock Boot image and ROM, how can I check that on my phone? (Heres the info from the system info menu: Kernel-Version: 3.0.8-gaaa2611 [email protected] #1, Build number: ICL53F)
4.) I had several files altered by root apps:
- I'm using Avast Anti Theft and had the Anti Theft functions written into my bootrom (which could likely cause a problem)
- I'm using a Web Remote App that altered some files in the system at least it requested superuser access
Thanks
Julian
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The easiest way to proceed is to flash CWM, download the IMM76I-from-ICL53F update from here and try to install it in CWM. CWM will tell you exactly which file/files is/are causing the problem.

So, I'll use Method 2 from your link above and this firmware right, and report back!
Worked flawlessly! Thank you!

Or not....
I had OTA RootKeeper installed before the Update and just reflashed the device afterwards being sure that my device will be rooted again....
Well as i found out right now it didnt protect anything, i tried Root Check Basic (Which says my device isnt properly rooted) and wanted to do a superuser binary update which always fails at "getting root access".
I tried rerooting the device using the GNex Root Toolkit several times, with OTA RootKeeper protection on and off, no difference.
Im not sure what a rest would do to my phone as I have an anti theft app installed and several other things that would cost me some time to rebuild after reset. So i'd by happy to solve this without a factory rest. Any Suggestions?
Thank you
Julian

DasEtwas said:
Or not....
I had OTA RootKeeper installed before the Update and just reflashed the device afterwards being sure that my device will be rooted again....
Well as i found out right now it didnt protect anything, i tried Root Check Basic (Which says my device isnt properly rooted) and wanted to do a superuser binary update which always fails at "getting root access".
I tried rerooting the device using the GNex Root Toolkit several times, with OTA RootKeeper protection on and off, no difference.
Im not sure what a rest would do to my phone as I have an anti theft app installed and several other things that would cost me some time to rebuild after reset. So i'd by happy to solve this without a factory rest. Any Suggestions?
Thank you
Julian
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Just flash this in recovery.

You guys are the ****ing ****!
Thank you!

[Q] Is it possible to remove "Activation" dialog at startup?

I am using the device ONLY as a gaming device and have no plans to activate it through Verizon, however, everytime I turn it on, it asks me to activate on the network. I can simply close this and avoid it, but I would prefer to remove this entirely if possible. I tried to root the phone but no matter what rooting tool I use, it fails. Every time.
Can I please get some help? I am more of a Windows Phone person so I don't know much about Android rooting and modding.

cameroncr95 said:
I am using the device ONLY as a gaming device and have no plans to activate it through Verizon, however, everytime I turn it on, it asks me to activate on the network. I can simply close this and avoid it, but I would prefer to remove this entirely if possible. I tried to root the phone but no matter what rooting tool I use, it fails. Every time.
Can I please get some help? I am more of a Windows Phone person so I don't know much about Android rooting and modding.
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If I recall correctly, the Verizon versions of the R800 (Might be the R800x) are somewhat locked down so I doubt you can do much at all 'easily' to be honest.
At the very least, without ROOT access you'll be unable to write to the SYSTEM partition which is what you will likely need to get access to in order to remove the activation message - it'll likely be an application that simply needs deleting. You can definitely get ROOT access on the R800x's though, I think it requires flashing different firmware using flashtool.
I would however stress to not let this particular device put a 'downer' on Android devices for you as a whole - there are only a small few devices locked down like this and the rest of the R800's aren't as restricted. You need an R800i lol.

I've tried to hunt down info to no avail on rooting this model. Every root too I've used has shown no results. The device does not change.

cameroncr95 said:
I've tried to hunt down info to no avail on rooting this model. Every root too I've used has shown no results. The device does not change.
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I have r800x rooted by doom method. Depends on what software you are running what root method you will need. Are you 2.3.2?2.3.3?2.3.4?2.3.7?
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cameroncr95 said:
I've tried to hunt down info to no avail on rooting this model. Every root too I've used has shown no results. The device does not change.
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You can definitely root the R800x on 2.3.4. I've done it on 3 phones.
I posted this thread a while back to inform others of an easy root method using the Cydia Impactor Root tool .... ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=55573098 ). You won't see any visible changes after running the root tool (other than seeing su binary placed in system/xbin folder after rooting), but you can install Supersu to manage root applications after you inject the root with Cydia.
You may need to install an older version of Supersu after running Cydia Impactor Root, as I have not tested the newest version of Supersu from the Play Store. You can grab an older Supersu apk from here: ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=53636923&postcount=2 ) which I believe would work if the newest Supersu doesn't work. ( Thanks goes to XDA member DocHoliday77 for the supersu apk and of course to Chainfire).
After you gain root, then check out post #7 in this thread ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=55290171 ) to see how to easily install CWM / Clockwork Mod Recovery.
.... (FYI, there's actually another root method called Eroot that also works on the R800x on 2.3.4 and 2.3.3....it's discussed in the same thread above where I said to see how to install CWM .... but I prefer Cydia Impactor method instead).
I hope this helps.

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Sorry, I had to.
So, I turned this phone on after about a year since this last post and I decided to give it another go. Finally got it using the Cydia Impact method. BusyBox refuses to work but file browsers are allowing root access to delete the bloatware apps so thats good. Thanks for the help!

[TOOL] WinDroid Toolkit | Unlock | Root | Flash | Install | OneTouch Idol 3

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About
The WinDroid Toolkit is a Windows program built in Visual Studio using the C# programming language that simplifies the rooting process for many Android devices. The toolkit makes it easy to unlock your bootloader, flash a custom recovery and gain permanent root. It also includes other functions such as flashing kernels, pushing files and installing apps. If you find it helpful, give me a thanks and a donation if you can. If you find a bug or have a feature request, feel free to leave a reply. Thanks!
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Supported Devices
Check out this spreadsheet for a list of currently supported devices.
Device not supported? Make a request here!
Contribute
Check out the source code on GitHub here.
Disclaimers
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As a linux user I'm assuming this is windows only (which is disappointing since the same fastboot/adb access is available in linux and mac) but you might want to indicate so in your description.

Wow thanks!

Does this have the ability to unroot your phone? So you can proceed to install any OTA updates?

brian117 said:
Does this have the ability to unroot your phone? So you can proceed to install any OTA updates?
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Why make the process more complicated and require the phone to be hooked up to a pc? Just go into the supersu app and click on "fully unroot".....done. Afterward flash the supersu zip from twrp recovery to re-root. (Yes twrp will install an factory update just the same as factory recovery)

famewolf said:
Why make the process more complicated and require the phone to be hooked up to a pc? Just go into the supersu app and click on "fully unroot".....done. Afterward flash the supersu zip from twrp recovery to re-root. (Yes twrp will install an factory update just the same as factory recovery)
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Remember it's a much more thorough process than that? You made a guide saying we have to restore an unrooted stock image and etc. There were a couple of steps that required a PC so I was just curious if a program would ever be able to do that automatically for us.
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brian117 said:
Remember it's a much more thorough process than that? You made a guide saying we have to restore an unrooted stock image and etc. There were a couple of steps that required a PC so I was just curious if a program would ever be able to do that automatically for us.
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That was true at the time but since then it's been determined only a full unroot is required. (it MAY be an issue when android 5.1.x comes along) The images were left for folks who need to restore their system from an error. If you have further question lets take it to the system image thread so as not to hijack @WindyCityRockr's thread.

It just crashes as soon as I connect the device andò hit refresh. Don't know why.

Same here...
ps3cfw said:
It just crashes as soon as I connect the device andò hit refresh. Don't know why.
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Windows 7,8,and 10 No luck.

edwill44 said:
Windows 7,8,and 10 No luck.
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so, this app basicly kills all support to anything that isn't at least 10 years old?
GG. I'll stick to ye olde methods of rooting.

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Damn, I've been trying to make it work for the last 3 days, and despite everything I tried, the drivers and stuff, the tool don't want to recognize my Idol 3 5.5... Any solution ?..

Inn0xious said:
Damn, I've been trying to make it work for the last 3 days, and despite everything I tried, the drivers and stuff, the tool don't want to recognize my Idol 3 5.5... Any solution ?..
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Its just bugged. It didn't recognize my 5.5" either.
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The Marionette said:
Its just bugged. It didn't recognize my 5.5" either.
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Also has Trojan attached...........

[TOOL] WinDroid Toolkit | Unlock | Root | Flash | Install | Huawei Watch

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The WinDroid Toolkit is a Windows program built in Visual Studio using the C# programming language that simplifies the rooting process for many Android devices. The toolkit makes it easy to unlock your bootloader, flash a custom recovery and gain permanent root. It also includes other functions such as flashing kernels, pushing files and installing apps. If you find it helpful, give me a thanks and a donation if you can. If you find a bug or have a feature request, feel free to leave a reply. Thanks!
Download
WinDroid Toolkit
Changelog
Check out this document for current and past changelogs.
Supported Devices
Check out this spreadsheet for a list of currently supported devices.
Device not supported? Make a request here!
Contribute
Check out the source code on GitHub here.
Disclaimers
Confirmed working by @chachin!
Please do not post, mirror, or take credit for this toolkit or any related work without explicit permission.
I am in no way responsible for any harm, damage, nuclear fission or bee infestation that may occur to your device through the use of this toolkit.

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Nice tool! Is flashing back completely stock an option for those who want?

suzook said:
Nice tool! Is flashing back completely stock an option for those who want?
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Return to stock would be a great idea.

Like the look of this. Anyone try it yet? (Other than the developer)
EDIT: Also, return to stock would be awesome!

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MuF123 said:
Guys, do NOT use this software without few things first:
-we have not seen source code of this, noone knows what it actually does to your watch
-this software is NOT made for huawei watch, this guy just made few buttons call some adb functions, however they are not customized for hwatch. Any of that can easily hardbrick your watch as far as we know.
Also this mass advertisement is really stupid. Post reported.
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You can see the source code here, and the unlock command, as well as the rooting command, is the same for all smartwatches. The TWRP comes from this post, so it's completely safe. Please confirm things before you post.

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MuF123 said:
I should confirm things before posting? YOU should confirm that while I have hwatch connected I can press any combination of buttons in your ADB wrapper and nothing bad happens. What about supersu? The option is there, have you tested it with hwatch? Please confirm things before you post.
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Nothing bad can happen to a device that's not within the user's control. There are many checks in place to prevent errors, and the TWRP and SuperSU are specific to the HWatch. While I haven't personally tested them, I've confirmed that many users on the forum used that method to root their HWatch, so I implemented that into the toolkit. Go ahead and click any combination of buttons you want.

what's up with when I download this tool I get "Cannot save due to insufficient permissions. Please save to another location"

chachin said:
what's up with when I download this tool I get "Cannot save due to insufficient permissions. Please save to another location"
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Try downloading on your PC, if you want to try it. (Always try at your own risk.)

kimtyson said:
Try downloading on your PC, if you want to try it. (Always try at your own risk.)
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thats where im downloading it from.. using chrome i get that stupid error so dunno

chachin said:
thats where im downloading it from.. using chrome i get that stupid error so dunno
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Here, try this :: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4b2dEm0P_xYMC1LbWFySGZNZEk/view?usp=sharing

ok i had to remove bitdefender and now its working fine... but when i open supersu that comes with this tool.. it fc's supersu.. while trying @Skin1980's kernel and kernel auditor app so how do i fix that? unless thats something i gotta go look somewhere else

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MuF123 said:
Exactly THIS is what such a bulkly distributed tools gets to.
Just dont use this crap app noone really tested before publishing. Go for skin's kernel or anything other that has been proven to work, not just published to get likes/thanks.
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all i did was remove bitdefender and it works now. so yeah i flashed skin's kernel too while iwas using the tool heh

chachin said:
all i did was remove bitdefender and it works now. so yeah i flashed skin's kernel too while iwas using the tool heh
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Glad it worked out for ya. Just received my beautiful Huawei watch and will be checking out unlocking it...

i agree with most people.. would love it if we could have a "return to stock" option that would relock-bootloader in process and remove twrp and supersu just make it go back to complete stock heh just dreaming i think

WinDroid Toolkit v3.0 Is Now Out!
WinDroid Toolkit v3.0 has been released! It's a huge update with a material redesign, major recode and support for 43 new devices!
You can out more specific changes in the changelog here.
You can download the new update here.
All versions before v3.0 will not have their files updated anymore since I've moved from hosting on BasketBuild to Amazon S3. Please update to v3.0 to ensure you're getting the latest recovery and root files!

still working same as 2.6 nothing is wrong only wishing for the back to stock option would be cool and give it like a click twice or 3 times warnings about "you sure you wanna do it? there's no goin back!"