Root your Razr M now - Droid RAZR M General

Dan (@djrbliss) has posted the root method.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=32888705&postcount=1
Despite my strong belief that people who are interested in rooting should buy devices with unlocked bootloaders instead of expecting the magical hackers in the sky to give out free exploits (which are in short supply), I'm once again continuing to encourage bad behavior by publishing another root exploit:
http://vulnfactory.org/public/motofail2go_windows.zip
Instructions:
1. Download and extract the entire zip file.
2. Ensure your device is connected via USB and that you have installed the latest ADB drivers from Motorola.
3. Double-click "run.bat" and FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS. The exploit will ask you to press a button combination at one point.
If the exploit prints an error saying something like "run-as: Package 'com.motorola.bug2go' is unknown", then unfortunately you will have to wipe your data and cache partitions and try again.
This exploit should work on the Razr M, Atrix HD, Photon Q, Razr i (you might need to replace some of the binaries with x86 versions?), and the upcoming Razr HD.
Paypal:
http://goo.gl/zBGb0

guess i dont need to tweet the link at ya then

Glad to see he came out of retirement. Thanks to all of y'all, especially Dan!

This is great! I went with the Nexus over this and got my wife the M but glad to see I can "fix" anything down the road should problems arise that can't be mitigated without root access. I knew it wouldn't be long even though people had doubts about it.

jntdroid said:
Glad to see he came out of retirement. Thanks to all of y'all, especially Dan!
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Everyone who uses this exploit should be sending djrbliss a few bucks.
It's the least we can do as users to support his consistently excellent and unique contribution to our community.
There is nobody else in the same league doing this kind of work for us.
You can't buy it for any amount of money...

Anyone tried this with the leak?
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skippid said:
Anyone tried this with the leak?
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YES!

cellzealot said:
Everyone who uses this exploit should be sending djrbliss a few bucks.
It's the least we can do as users to support his consistently excellent and unique contribution to our community.
There is nobody else in the same league doing this kind of work for us.
You can't buy it for any amount of money...
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no worries there

jimmydafish said:
Dan (@djrbliss) has posted the root method.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=32888705&postcount=1
Despite my strong belief that people who are interested in rooting should buy devices with unlocked bootloaders instead of expecting the magical hackers in the sky to give out free exploits (which are in short supply), I'm once again continuing to encourage bad behavior by publishing another root exploit:
http://vulnfactory.org/public/motofail2go_windows.zip
Instructions:
1. Download and extract the entire zip file.
2. Ensure your device is connected via USB and that you have installed the latest ADB drivers from Motorola.
3. Double-click "run.bat" and FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS. The exploit will ask you to press a button combination at one point.
If the exploit prints an error saying something like "run-as: Package 'com.motorola.bug2go' is unknown", then unfortunately you will have to wipe your data and cache partitions and try again.
This exploit should work on the Razr M, Atrix HD, Photon Q, Razr i (you might need to replace some of the binaries with x86 versions?), and the upcoming Razr HD.
Paypal:
http://goo.gl/zBGb0
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As someone who didn't have a choice of locked/unlocked bootloader (company device, can't provide own equipment), I can't thank you enough. Once I get this through (can do it now) and can get home to access my paypal (currently on a share computer) I will definitely donate! I don't have a terrible need for root anymore with the way my Atrix HD performs, but things like ad-blocker, etc. are still very handy.
Thank you for this!!

Somebody asked if this works on the leak. I assume the leak refers to the jelly bean update? Because I just updated to jb last night. Regardless, this is the best news since i heard about this phone's release. Donation going to paypal when my paycheck comes. Thank you very much.
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I'm on a Mac, so I tried running all the commands in the .bat file manually. Got no errors, and Superuser.apk installed properly, but when I try root checker or any other root apps, I got a message saying the device wasn't rooted. Tried clearing data/cache and doing it again, but still no dice. Is there anything I should try manually? Don't have access to a PC right now.

Executed with no errors. Window claimed success. Yet no superuser or root after reboot??
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Incydeu said:
Executed with no errors. Window claimed success. Yet no superuser or root after reboot??
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I replaced su and Superuser.apk in the zip with the same files from the root package on aosp.us. It worked then.

Thanks so much
As someone who has just come over from my Samsung Fascinate and the great developer community there i want to thank you for getting this phone root !! But since i'm new to Moto and want to get root i just want to be sure there are no programs i need to install other than the instructions in the OP. On the Fascinate i had to open Odin before flashing but i can just install the ADB drivers x64,have phone turned off, and run the bat file and that is it ? thanks in advance. I did some searching and everything i read always says device specific so i just wanted to be clear.
Thanks,
Tom

Successful rooted and got superuser in. However, any root app said that my m isn't rooted. Such as Overclock app.
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This is awesome news. I'm glad to see that he just couldn't resist doing his magic.

When bootstrap and what not is out, along with a JB ROM I'll be on this!! Debloated, project butter, slightly themed somehow to devs liking and I'm in bidness
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Can anybody conform if this is working successfully for those of us that updated our M's to JellyBean?

Successfully rooted and confirmed with root checker thank you!!!!!!!!
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Jersey846 said:
Can anybody conform if this is working successfully for those of us that updated our M's to JellyBean?
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I'm guessing this means yes:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=32892282&postcount=7

Related

Xoom One-Click Root/Unroot (3g and Wifi) Temporarily Unavailable

MOD Edit: This may not be compatible with UK models and may result in a brick. Proceed with caution!
Once this issue has been resolved, PM me (willverduzco) and I will remove this warning.
I am posting this for jwtyler. All questions, comments, and thanks should be directed to him.
UPDATE: This tool is temporarily unavailable. It will be back as soon as jwtyler has time to incorporate a warning about the EU issues and apply a few fixes.
Xoom One Click by Jason Tyler
This is one of my first contributions to the community although I have read and used XDA for years.
If you want to know if you can trust me or my tools check out my upcoming Android App Inventor book on Amazon from John Wiley and Sons.
You can also check my heavy involvement over at the Google App Inventor support forums where I am a community liaison and PowerUser. Hal Abelson will vouch for me. (Heh Heh, Hal will kill me. )
This is an all in one package for Unlock, Root and UnRoot and ReLock of the Xoom MZ600.
It is a GUI front end for the adb commands that are needed.
To use this tool:
1. You MUST have your tablet in Debug mode.
2. You DO NOT have to download the SDK or any images.
3. YOU MUST ACCEPT ALL THE USUAL RISK.
Like ALL rooting there is a risk of bricking your device. It’s a small risk but a risk you need to be aware of.
You WILL void your warranty using this tool.
This tool is easy. I have rooted unrooted and rerooted my Xoom umpteen times today testing it.
NOTE:
The WIFI version tools will only work for unlocking and rooting. I do not have the images for the back to stock on the Wifi.
There are two versions of this tool:
1. Root AND Unroot and back to stock. This one is large because of the stock system.img clocking in at 200+mb
2. The NO UNROOT version. This is lots smaller. It is only about 19mb. You can NOT UNROOT with this tool. (Well, you can unroot but not relock. )
Instructions:
1. Unzip the tool and all of the folders and files into a directory. Preferably a folder on a root drive. (i.e. c:\xoom )
2. Run the Xoom One Click EXE tool and follow the instructions. Read the prompts carefully.
WARNING: WIFI Root is untested as I do not have a Wifi. Let me know how it works. Same process as 3G I just cant test it.
Download Links:
Temporarily Unavailable
Excellent! Thanks!
1st. He he
Xoom Xoom Baby! ...Sent from XDA Premium App
One day warning.
I will be taking this utility down until it encompasses the newest fixes and adequately warns about the EU issue.
I would have taken this down sooner except I was taking a disconnected writing /teaching break and didnt see the issues.
Awesome! Thanks!
Nice! Too bad I rooted before this came up but its nice to see more things available for our xooms!
Thanks!
Sent from my HTC EVO using the XDA app.
Works great on the wifi model! How do you flash the custom rom? tried to said looking for device but wouldn't go any further.
Not sure it worked.
I followed all the steps but i do not see Super User in the app drawer. Should i re-do the steps?
Phutchi said:
I followed all the steps but i do not see Super User in the app drawer. Should i re-do the steps?
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Have you tested in terminal?
I'm a noob to rooting. haven't done it since my htc wizard. how would i check in terminal?
ok search is my friend. i downloaded a terminal emulator from the market. i enter su and get suermision Denied
and I guess I should mention I am trying this on a WiFi only Xoom.
Thanks Jason for making this. I'll wait for you to add in the HRI66 update first. Gotta have that flash 10.2
One question, does this wipe the device when used? I'd like to root without loosing all my data and game saves. Is this possible yet for this?
Phutchi said:
I'm a noob to rooting. haven't done it since my htc wizard. how would i check in terminal?
ok search is my friend. i downloaded a terminal emulator from the market. i enter su and get suermision Denied
and I guess I should mention I am trying this on a WiFi only Xoom.
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OK well your not rooted then. Unfortunately I won't be much help due to the fact I rooted via adb.
Hey dude thanks for trying the tool. I am working on updating the tool and when I get the new version posted I will work with you on getting it to work. Thanks for your patience.
For those that might be worried about this because jwtyler has 10 posts... check his sig out. He's been around for a long time and is the Author of App Inventor for Android. So don't worry, he'll take care of it.
I'm excited to try this easy root method out, then overclock my beastly Xoom to 1.5 Ghz
Sweet switched out the Rom files and put in Tiamat Xoom 1.1.6 updated ones works awesome clocked at 1.5 stable with my new wifi only model! Thank You! So easy
Thanks for time and effort!
paulnelson88 said:
Sweet switched out the Rom files and put in Tiamat Xoom 1.1.6 updated ones works awesome clocked at 1.5 stable with my new wifi only model! Thank You! So easy
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a step by step would be wonderfull. thanks
ericizzy1 said:
a step by step would be wonderfull. thanks
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I'm just a local electrician but Ive been fascinated by all the work everyone does in here. So I learn things by experimenting I had a hard time with the SDK install and trying to Root my wifi only i just dont have the time to mess around for 4 hrs trying to figure it out but I got lucky with this One Click Root!
Download the updated Tiamat Xoom 1.1.6 BOTH MODELS WORK and unzip them. Then download the One Click Root flies unzip them. Now open the Tiamat 1.0 file in One Click then Delete the flies in there. Go to the 1.1.6 flies and copy them all not folders but files and images then paste. Close out thee program and repopen and install Tiamat follow the instructions. Thats all I did. Worked great ran 2 benchmarks clocked at 1.5 no FC at all!
Files have been removed from mediafire
I removed the files while I fixed an issue with HRI66 OTA breaking the root and soft bricking. The files are in the 3rd post now and Jbrew will update shortly.
OP is updated with new download links.

Root your 2.3.3

1. Download Gingerbreak.apk from below link (link at bottom of post). Comment here if you are unable to download it. We will email the file to you.
2. Extract the zip file and save on your computer’s desktop.
3. Connect the phone to your computer.
4. Mount SD card as flash drive.
5. Copy the downloaded Gingerbread apk file to SD card root.
6. You should have any File Manager (e.g., Astro File Manager) on your phone. If not, download from Market.
7. Disconnect your phone from computer and launch File Manager.
8. Follow the onscreen instructions on File Manager to install APK to your phone from SD card root.
9. After installation completes, open the APK.
10. Press ‘root’ button.
11. The APK exploit will run for some time. Usually it runs for around 10 minutes. Your phone will be rebooted. (Note that If it stucks and takes more than 10 minutes, reboot your device).
12. Your device is now rooted. Congrats
13. Make sure that SuperUser app is installed.
14. This is an Optional Step. You now don’t need GingerBreak on your smartphone. You can uninstall it if you want.
Please note that the apk is still in progress and you can experience some bugs with this as it’s just the second version of apk and likely need some modifications. The developer fixed some of the reported issues in first version but still it can be erroneous.
The users who have tried this method confirm it to working on Nexus One, Nexus S, LG Vortex, Sony Ericsson Arc, Galaxy S II etc. But do it at your own risk. We won’t be responsible for any damage to your devices.
The gingerbreak exploit was patched before 2.3.3 hit our phones.
So, unless they found away around that, this won't work.
github said:
The gingerbreak exploit was patched before 2.3.3 hit our phones.
So, unless they found away around that, this won't work.
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didnt say EVO.....just adding to your useless threads
The OP didn't even have the link he says he'll put in the post. I'm sick of trolls.
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what a dumbass..
just google for a bit, and you will see he pretty much copy pasted this from another site claiming it works, wich it doesnt on evo, old news, troll post nothing to see here people
Never claimed to work on EVO
then why did you post in the EVO forum dumbass??
telecomdude said:
then why did you post in the EVO forum dumbass??
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Because i have a rooted EVO..
And your helpful contribution is what?
There is none.....just sick of everyone Flaming everyone so i figured id see how many useless people are here and ***** about yet again 1 more useless post
People like this need to be banned from XDA. Lefty get a life or better yet get a job
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D3VIOUS said:
People like this need to be banned from XDA. Lefty get a life or better yet get a job
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Your words hurt me so much.........Im going to go post yet another useless thread
Loving the sarcasm, but my words were not intended to hurt your feelings. I was simply trying to help you out with your personal problems... I actually know how to root the gingerbread 2.3.3 all I have to do is remotely log into your computer and dump some corrupted files and your rooted
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lefty__ said:
Your words hurt me so much.........Im going to go post yet another useless thread
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Your ridiculous... Obviously, your pissing people off by posting non-relevant info to the XDA Community. Like the earlier post.. you probably copy and pasted.
D3VIOUS said:
People like this need to be banned from XDA. Lefty get a life or better yet get a job
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BAN HIM. We don't need POS like that here.
@OP, you are the weakest link. Goodbye to you and your duplicate accounts.

D710 Source Code Released!

http://briefmobile.com/samsung-epic-4g-touch-source-code-released
https://opensource.samsung.com/
Scroll down to find D710 and have fun building those kernels!
We needs that root ...
Then you know ****s about to go down ....
iSaint said:
We needs that root ...
Then you know ****s about to go down ....
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Root is easy. Port the recovery, flash it then flash su. BINGO!
I know its easy but no one has done it yet ... thats the problem lol
iSaint said:
I know its easy but no one has done it yet ... thats the problem lol
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I'm going to work on it. Samsung has provided us unlocked bootloader, and source. All I have to do is find out what partition the recovery is on.
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Awesome, things should go quickly now!
Can't wait to see how custom colonels will utilize our duel core processors!
I just hve to say, so far, Samsung is being quite awesome
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greengoldmello said:
I just hve to say, so far, Samsung is being quite awesome
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Hopefully they will be good with timely updates as well..but we'll see. So far I like what i see though
Korey_Nicholson said:
Root is easy. Port the recovery, flash it then flash su. BINGO!
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no need to port recovery for that...
just change ramdisk/initramfs to push SU files to /system
done its rooted
DooMLoRD said:
no need to port recovery for that...
just change ramdisk/initramfs to push SU files to /system
done its rooted
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Can you do that for the E4GT?
Please help us!!!
Wow Doomlord..You make it sound so EZ!!! I've been trying everything and anything..I dont wanna Hard Brick this thing cause I know I'd have to wait,who knows how long seeing that they are on Back Order!!
jaybizza said:
Wow Doomlord..You make it sound so EZ!!! I've been trying everything and anything..I dont wanna Hard Brick this thing cause I know I'd have to wait,who knows how long seeing that they are on Back Order!!
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It is that easy. It's just that getting R/W access to /system may or may not be trivial. I haven't tried yet, I'm still getting used to this ginormous screen in my pocket....It is a little disorienting, and I'm coming from an E3D lol.
I'm from HTC so I don't have any familiarity with how this works...
does the "update.zip" (based on model number or other identifier) method work for anything? Since the bootloader isn't "locked" (crypto-signed) does that mean that update.zip's (or their equivalent) signature's aren't crypto-signed...or signed at all?
If the security is that lax, well, it is a matter of minutes until any one of us walks right into root....by accident
Rooting & Security
If this is not the right thread to ask this in, I apologize as I am not trying to hijack this thread. That being said, I am new to Android having only had my Samsung View 4g since its release and my new Epic Touch since last night. I have read several news articles that have indicated that a rooted device somehow is less secure then a stock device and I am wondering if this is true and if there is a way to have Root access and still remain secure or if this is just another thing the non-tech media are over hyping?
Blu3Fr0g said:
If this is not the right thread to ask this in, I apologize as I am not trying to hijack this thread. That being said, I am new to Android having only had my Samsung View 4g since its release and my new Epic Touch since last night. I have read several news articles that have indicated that a rooted device somehow is less secure then a stock device and I am wondering if this is true and if there is a way to have Root access and still remain secure or if this is just another thing the non-tech media are over hyping?
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They are over-hyping it, you have nothing to fear unless you actually are looking for an app to mess up your phone. Root access has an app called superuser which lets you control which apps can use root access to the system or not. Don't worry, its safe!
update.zips
update zips are signed updates from like samsung, we either can apply zips in CWM, which has been pushed to epic either via ADB originally or via ODIN and flashing a TAR to a partition Odin makes the world go around and around for noncrippled samsungs (im pointing at the replenish my mom has)
Can this be ported to Galaxy S2 - i9100
If samsung keeps this up, I may have to put my HTC away for a couple months. Does samsung have skins like htc phones?

Rooting Verizon Xperia Play

I'm deciding whether or not I should buy this phone or not depending on if I can root it.
I'm very confused with all the different versions of rooting instructions for the various types of Plays so if someone can point me in the right direction.
All I want to be able to do when rooted (if it's possible) is to remove bloatware and wireless tether.
Thanks in advance.
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You can root the Verizon Xperia Play (R800x) via [HOW-TO] Root Phones w/ Android v2.2.x-2.3.x (zergRush Method) as long as you update to v2.3.3.
I used the step by step version and rooted mine before the 1 click version existed.
Just buy an unlocked gsm phone there is more support for them and not so much if a pain in the ass.
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jimthev said:
You can root the Verizon Xperia Play (R800x) via [HOW-TO] Root Phones w/ Android v2.2.x-2.3.x (zergRush Method) as long as you update to v2.3.3.
I used the step by step version and rooted mine before the 1 click version existed.
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Thanks for the information. Is it pretty easy to update to 2.3.3?
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Also, does it still allow for wireless tether for root app to work?
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It should. Use the latest version, set up WPA2 encryption and select "Nexus One (GSM)" as your device and it should work. Barnacle Tether works without any special configuring required, albeit it is only ad-hoc, but enough for tethering PCs.
The_other_ray said:
Thanks for the information. Is it pretty easy to update to 2.3.3?
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I just said 'yes' when my phone asked me if I wanted to update. Verizon has pushed out that update out so at most you have to 'check for updates' and then say 'yes'.
Keep in mind, that on verizon there is no free method to unlock the bootloader, and that there are precious few custom roms that even work with it. The verizon version of this phone is practically crippled compared to other versions. I know you said you wouldn't be doing any custom roms, but I used to say the same thing myself back when I had the Original Moto Droid. After I had root, I lasted about 3 days before I was looking for custom roms to put on it.
Hey, thanks everyone for helping me out.
It sounds fairly easy to root seems like. My only other concern is if I root now and ice cream sandwich comes out next year, will I be able to update?
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Hey, thanks everyone for helping me out.
It sounds fairly easy to root seems like. My only other concern is if I root now and ice cream sandwich comes out next year, will I be able to update?
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Yes. So long as you reinstall any apps you may have removed.
Also people, understand that not all of us have a choice of going with a GSM phone, hence us getting the 800x.

Unsecure kernel for LT28i + Root

Hi,
Here is my first try for building an insecure kernel without su su or any other modifications.
6.0.F.0.72 https://hotfile.com/dl/162182111/93e199a/LT28i_6.0.F.0.72_Boot.elf.html
6.0.F.0.111 https://hotfile.com/dl/162367993/a96688d/LT28i_6.0.F.0.111_Boot_Inecure.elf.html
Thanks to Androxyde for helping me build this kernel.
Xperia ION rooting pack: https://hotfile.com/dl/162186202/75d3ffd/Xperia_Ion_Rooting.zip.html
Here is a batch file for adding su and busybox into the rom.
[Procedure for rooting]
1. Unlock the bootloader.
2. Flash your Xperia ION LT28i with the insecure kernel.
3. Boot the phone and connect with debugging on.
4. Extract the Xperia ION rooting pack and run the batch file.
5. Install the latest version of superuser and busybox from google play.
Hey yuunanase, Thanks a bunch for your work. Out for the holiday but will help you guys test soon as I return. SAWEEET!!! earbrain
Anyone get to try this on LT28at yet to see if it works? I am assuming it would since we can flash LT28i firmware onto our phones. The only question would be if it works with LTE or not.
popfan said:
Anyone get to try this on LT28at yet to see if it works? I am assuming it would since we can flash LT28i firmware onto our phones. The only question would be if it works with LTE or not.
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Well since you need an unlocked bootloader it won't work on the lt28at since we can't unlock the bootloaders yet.
So next step is bootloader then...before root
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yuunanase have you tried making a pre-rooted system image that you can flash with an unlocked bootloader? Would be nice to have that without having to mess with any kernel changes.
I am still learning how to make a prerooted system.img. Do you have any idea how to build one?
yuunanase said:
I am still learning how to make a prerooted system.img. Do you have any idea how to build one?
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This was the very basic guide I followed for the Xperia S but when trying for the ion and for ICS on the Xperia S it gets errors on the mount command:
Installed debian/gnome, updated and downloaded pyton and other packages
downloaded ext4 utilites:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1081239
created sin2img.py:
https://github.com/defer/semc-xperia-tools/blob/master/sin2img.py
created system.sin with flashtool
[email protected]:/home/user# cd android
[email protected]:/home/user/android# python ./sin2img.py system.sin system.img
[email protected]:/home/user/android# mkdir system; mount -t ext4 -o loop system.img system
download Superuser.apk and su from http://androidsu.com/superuser/
[email protected]:/home/user/android# cp Superuser.apk system/app/
[email protected]:/home/user/android# cp su system/bin/
[email protected]:/home/user/android# chmod 644 system/app/Superuser.apk
[email protected]:/home/user/android# chmod 06755 system/bin/su
[email protected]:/home/user/android# ./mkuserimg.sh -s system ./system2.img ext4 ./temp 1024M
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Has anyone had force closes or random reboot
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erichall82 said:
Has anyone had force closes or random reboot
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Nothing here for either. Are you pressing the up volume + lock button by accident? That causes a force restart/reboot if you are.
HAHA XDA
Look at the shanigans XDA posted on their website.
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/att-sony-xperia-ion-rooted/#comments
No root YET for AT&T devices. Nice try though XDA.
npspears said:
Look at the shanigans XDA posted on their website.
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/att-sony-xperia-ion-rooted/#comments
No root YET for AT&T devices. Nice try though XDA.
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What shenanigans would you be referring to? The bootloader is locked down, but this is still a root method that works. I understand your frustration, but it isn't my fault or XDA's fault that the bootloader was locked down so please try to direct your anger at the people you're actually mad at (AT&T/Sony).
Just because no one can follow "step 1" doesn't mean this isn't a legitimate root method, I really don't see the point or validity of your comment here. In fact, wouldn't it being up on the XDA Portal bring this phone to the attention of potential developers? Well, not anymore. I know I wouldn't want to develop on a phone that gets trolled when it makes the front page :/
PoorCollegeGuy said:
What shenanigans would you be referring to? The bootloader is locked down, but this is still a root method that works. I understand your frustration, but it isn't my fault or XDA's fault that the bootloader was locked down so please try to direct your anger at the people you're actually mad at (AT&T/Sony).
Just because no one can follow "step 1" doesn't mean this isn't a legitimate root method, I really don't see the point or validity of your comment here. In fact, wouldn't it being up on the XDA Portal bring this phone to the attention of potential developers? Well, not anymore. I know I wouldn't want to develop on a phone that gets trolled when it makes the front page :/
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+1
Though I think a better title to the post should have been just Sony Xperia ion not AT&T
Its always been this way for users of bootloader locked devices. The fact that a root method exists for unlocked bootloaders is great. Just means we have to figure out how to unlock the BL for those devices that are locked.
Once we can figure out what Sony has done with the new system.sin files we might actually be able to get a simple prerooted image. Again for unlocked BL.
As far how we can go about unlocking the AT&T BL....that I have no clue. Don't think there is a testpoint method for these like there was for the Xpedia Play.
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PoorCollegeGuy said:
What shenanigans would you be referring to? The bootloader is locked down, but this is still a root method that works. I understand your frustration, but it isn't my fault or XDA's fault that the bootloader was locked down so please try to direct your anger at the people you're actually mad at (AT&T/Sony).
Just because no one can follow "step 1" doesn't mean this isn't a legitimate root method, I really don't see the point or validity of your comment here. In fact, wouldn't it being up on the XDA Portal bring this phone to the attention of potential developers? Well, not anymore. I know I wouldn't want to develop on a phone that gets trolled when it makes the front page :/
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I really wasn't trying to be a troll. I just thought your article was misleading and I was trying to call attention to that. I'm not mad and I fully expect the device to be rooted soon. I flashed the international firmware so I no longer have all that AT&T bloat so I'm happy. I really only use root to back up all my apps anyway. Hopefully there will be kernel development in the future but that is just an added bonus really.
As for developers, my thought was that the article might deter the developers that we desperately need. I figured if they thought that we already had root then they would spend their time elsewhere. But what do I know about devs?
My original intent was only to bring to light to those in the community that most AT&T devices do not have root. I believe in the XDA community, and I'm sure we'll have one soon.
Thanks for all you do for XDA PoorCollegeGuy. Sometimes we should read and give the writer the benefit of the doubt.
Spectre51 said:
+1
Though I think a better title to the post should have been just Sony Xperia ion not AT&T
Its always been this way for users of bootloader locked devices. The fact that a root method exists for unlocked bootloaders is great. Just means we have to figure out how to unlock the BL for those devices that are locked.
Once we can figure out what Sony has done with the new system.sin files we might actually be able to get a simple prerooted image. Again for unlocked BL.
As far how we can go about unlocking the AT&T BL....that I have no clue. Don't think there is a testpoint method for these like there was for the Xpedia Play.
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I was thinking about that, the AT&T/no AT&T thing in the title, but I ended up going with what it's called in the forums. Top left corner it says "AT&T". It's a little confusing because if I don't include things like that, people often get mad at me. the AT&T Galaxy Note users hated it before I started differentiating their development from the International development so I got into the habit of just putting exactly what it is entitled on the forums.
npspears said:
I really wasn't trying to be a troll. I just thought your article was misleading and I was trying to call attention to that. I'm not mad and I fully expect the device to be rooted soon. I flashed the international firmware so I no longer have all that AT&T bloat so I'm happy. I really only use root to back up all my apps anyway. Hopefully there will be kernel development in the future but that is just an added bonus really.
As for developers, my thought was that the article might deter the developers that we desperately need. I figured if they thought that we already had root then they would spend their time elsewhere. But what do I know about devs?
My original intent was only to bring to light to those in the community that most AT&T devices do not have root. I believe in the XDA community, and I'm sure we'll have one soon.
Thanks for all you do for XDA PoorCollegeGuy. Sometimes we should read and give the writer the benefit of the doubt.
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Forgive me for my misunderstanding as I'm sure you can guess how hard it is to guess at a person's tone of voice when reading a statement as opposed to hearing it. I have taken no offense and I hope you didn't either.
Dev support is hard to gauge or predict. Some devs love the challenge, even if they don't own the device. Others would rather stick to home base and wouldn't care who needed the help. Frankly, based on my experience writing about Sony Xperia devices, I thought pretty much everything you guys had was interchangeable. I've seen literally hundreds of "this works on all xperia phone" mods n such. If I were you guys, I'd hit up the well known Sony Xperia hackers to see if they can help. Or, if you can talk em into it, the guys who do the Juopunubear S-Off mod are brilliant with bootloaders. That's what I'd do...a friendly suggestion from your neighborhood spy (I mean writer).
In any case, when/if the bootloader gets unlocked, better believe it's going up on the portal i'll be keeping an eye out for you guys.
Actually I haven't rooted it yet. Thats why I was asking. Is everything functional.
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you should include something in the article saying that it doesn't apply to the at&t version, it's gonna mislead ppl which will then cause a wave of ppl posting everywhere complaining about it not working on their at&t ion because we all know that the vast majority of users don't tend to read the threads beforehand
Could someone tell me what the procedures to flash LT28i with the insecure kernel? Your kindly help would be appreciated. Thanx!
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hijenjie said:
Could someone tell me what the procedures to flash LT28i with the insecure kernel? Your kindly help would be appreciated. Thanx!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23181182#post23181182
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It is not a valid website address. Could you re-post it for me? Many thanks for you!
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