I'm trying to fix my cousin's galaxy nexus that was bought new a few months ago. It's jus that after the recent system update, his whole phone has become sluggish, and it doesn't feel right. I must admit that I've never owned an Android device (neither has he) so we both really don't know how to fix it or restore the phone. I looked in the development section but its just so overwhelming, not sure what I should be looking for or trying out..
Can someone please point this beginner in the right direction? I read that the latest update was causing problems and people installed the "stock version" on their phones, which made it better, but I don't know I how I would go about doing that.
I'd appreciate some feedback thanks!
Android version: 4.2.1
Do you need the baseband, kernel version, build number?
This isn't a support site so you're going to need some self reliance.
This is a good starting point.
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This isn't a support site so you're going to need some self reliance.
This is a good starting point.
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I know this is not a support site but this is the section to ask for help, isn't it? I read through that sticky but it doesn't necessarily explain how I would go about restoring me phone to install a stock copy of the latest Android..I really don't want to mess up this phone so that is why I want to confirm everything before I try to load something onto it.
If you scroll to the 2nd post in that thread there's a link to a guide to return to stock as well as a guide to root.
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This isn't a support site so you're going to need some self reliance.
This is a good starting point.
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LOL, this is exactly a support forum where one can come to post Questions, and get answers, and get help and troubleshooting tips.
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jpalo said:
LOL, this is exactly a support forum where one can come to post Questions, and get answers, and get help and troubleshooting tips.
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jpalo said:
LOL, this is exactly a support forum where one can come to post Questions, and get answers, and get help and troubleshooting tips.
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Sure it is.
The NooB backlash is coming from users who have walked in the development shoes and is directed mainly at those who don't care for the journey but just want the end result or destination.
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Let me be very clear on this: IF YOU DON'T CARE ABOUT UNDERSTANDING THE JOURNEY THEN YOU PROBABLY SHOULDN'T BE HERE IN THE FIRST PLACE.
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Basically you have not browsed the forums at all
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1626895
Best way to make it quick is to earse everything like I did after owning my Nexus for 1 yr. Back up everything that needs backing up on a computer.
But the New 4.2 update is pretty heavy and causes lag. Also having low storage space can cause it to slow down too I think.
Here's what I recommend. Root it. Have u done that yet? If not I'll help. It's REALLY easy. Only four commands(I believe) and a driver for adb and fastboot and the SUfile and the recovery.img.
This will EARSE everything. So you'll be fresh. And then put ur freshly backed up stuff back on the phone.
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If I have helped you.... hit that sexy thanks button. ^_^
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Hi
I am not new to technical forums. But I am new to this phone and I want to put a new rom on this phone. The current one is so slow.
What is the best rom available.
How do i put a new rom onto the phone.
Please keep it simple or point me to step by step specific instructions. Not a set of generalised instructions.
I looked at the how to thread. It was not step by step and got lost after three clicks.
specific help would be excellent.
Vivasvan said:
Hi
I am not new to technical forums. But I am new to this phone and I want to put a new rom on this phone. The current one is so slow.
What is the best rom available.
How do i put a new rom onto the phone.
Please keep it simple or point me to step by step specific instructions. Not a set of generalised instructions.
I looked at the how to thread. It was not step by step and got lost after three clicks.
specific help would be excellent.
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Hi I used this one it help me out alot. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=416211
oh ok im going to follow this and see what happens.
thank you!
will a new rom make this phone faster?
Vivasvan said:
Hi
I am not new to technical forums. But I am new to this phone and I want to put a new rom on this phone. The current one is so slow.
What is the best rom available.
How do i put a new rom onto the phone.
Please keep it simple or point me to step by step specific instructions. Not a set of generalised instructions.
I looked at the how to thread. It was not step by step and got lost after three clicks.
specific help would be excellent.
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Well this is almost a daily question.
To help you how to update your phone, please look in the sticky's. They can be usefull.
You will find this one [TUT]Complete upgrading guide (HardSPL+Radio+ROM) NOT FOR CDMA USERS!!!
And for best radio, you could always look here.
Pietrucci benchmarks thread, one damn good one.
Hope this is helping you on the way.
/Danny
before you play...please read info on upgrading in the stickies
i don't want you next post to be "help i have bricked my diamond"
good luck and welcome to the forums
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oh ok im going to follow this and see what happens.
thank you!
will a new rom make this phone faster?
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Yes alot, after i been using a custom rom & getting it back from repair, i'd had to get a custom rom on the phone again, its to slow without if you asking me.
But that's just what I think.
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before you play...please read info on upgrading in the stickies
i don't want you next post to be "help i have bricked my diamond"
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Could say it better liam
ok i am already reading but will be patient and do more reading
first of all .. how do i know what my actual model is..
htctouch diamond?
or p3700?
Vivasvan said:
ok i am already reading but will be patient and do more reading
first of all .. how do i know what my actual model is..
htctouch diamond?
or p3700?
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...tihs is the same my dear!
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ok i am already reading but will be patient and do more reading
first of all .. how do i know what my actual model is..
htctouch diamond?
or p3700?
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No difference.. Same phone.
Don´t forget hardSPL and read the thread that liamhere posted.. Good luck.
well this seems like a good forum.
Ok so im still reading that guide... just a question on backup...
how am i going to backup the information on a phone? its not as if it has a cdburner lol
i dont want to loose all my info/sms historys stuff/etc. once i know this then i will get on with the hardspl stuff and radio stuff.
Vivasvan said:
well this seems like a good forum.
Ok so im still reading that guide... just a question on backup...
how am i going to backup the information on a phone? its not as if it has a cdburner lol
i dont want to loose all my info/sms historys stuff/etc. once i know this then i will get on with the hardspl stuff and radio stuff.
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.use this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=299705
This Thread Must Die!!!!
@OP, you've been pointed in the right direction and escaped the usual harsh treatment for asking such questions.
I'm closing this thread. Please remember to search and READ THE WIKI before posting questions. Also, while new threads are sometimes needed double & triple check before creating a new thread. Read the link sin my signature for more info...
Hi People,
I have only just found out that you can change the ROM's and all sorts of thing with My HTC Desire.
I have had my phone for 2 weeks, I'm on Virgin Mobile and don't have a clue.
I was talking to a guy at work who has one and he told me about you guys.
I have had a look around but can't see anything for the noob...lol (ME!!!).
I was wondering is anyone could give me some advice on where to start, What to look out for and any general advice on what to do and what not to do?
Any Help would be much appreciated.
Many Thanks
BG Macster (Mark)
First thing is to ask yourself why you want to change the ROM on the unit. Are you running out of space or are you just the type who likes to have more control?
I didn't root for months as the phon, out the box, does exactly what I want it to do. The only reason I've rooted now is to run the HD ROM but otherwise I'd stay stock.
You're going to get people reply with 'root it now, don't ever think of going stock, bla bla bla' but it's an individual thing, as is the choice of ROM. Read up on the stickied threads in the various forums and use the search button a LOT!
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Hi People,
I have only just found out that you can change the ROM's and all sorts of thing with My HTC Desire.
I have had my phone for 2 weeks, I'm on Virgin Mobile and don't have a clue.
I was talking to a guy at work who has one and he told me about you guys.
I have had a look around but can't see anything for the noob...lol (ME!!!).
I was wondering is anyone could give me some advice on where to start, What to look out for and any general advice on what to do and what not to do?
Any Help would be much appreciated.
Many Thanks
BG Macster (Mark)
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Welcome Mark.
EddyOS has provided you some excellent advice - don't rush into anything.
Mostly people do this as a kind of 'hobby' (including me) and you can end up with some cool stuff on your phone that HTC never intended you to have or have much later on. On the flip side, you can also wreck your phone too through doing the wrong thing or just plain bad luck. HTC can be a bit difficult in fixing stuff under warranty if you've been mucking about with your device, so be warned.
Everything you need to know about rooting and flashing (conjures up interesting images doesn't it?) is contained here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=696189
So read up, lurk about a bit in the forums and if you think you need to - have a go.
Good luck!
Thanks Guys Some sound advice there i will look around before i do a thing.
Many Thanks
First thing I would do, though, is check the ROM currently running on your Desire and get the RUU* file in case you ever need to go back to stock after rooting. To check, go to Settings>About phone>Software information and make a note of the software version.
You can then go to this site and see if the version you're on at present is available. If it is, download it:
http://shipped-roms.com/index.php?category=android&model=Bravo
*RUU = ROM Upgrade Utility, official package from HTC to install a ROM
What's going on xda? I wanted to post this in the developer forum, so that possibly Ya know, a developer would see it and read it but the site said "no" so I have to post here. I had my phone rooted with weaksauce I was gonna go all out and unlock the boot loader and s-off but weaksauce made it so easy to have root access I was pretty satisfied with just that for a little while at least. Then I got an update Download from Verizon. I pressed where it said update now. I was curious. I'm sorry, anyway now I have the Verizon version of sense 6.0 and weaksauce shows me root failure when it runs. It's been like this for quite some time now and I've been searching around for any info on it but I'm the only person who has made a post about it so far. Other people also have this problem, I made a post on android forums and many others are sharing the same issue. Developers please. Let me know if you share the problem or know the solution or if you are currently working on the solution because I am getting slightly impatient. Thanks
Why not post this in Verizon HTC ONE forum? There you will receive more help.
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What's going on xda? I wanted to post this in the developer forum, so that possibly Ya know, a developer would see it and read it but the site said "no" so I have to post here.
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Android Development
What goes here:
All discussions related to YOUR OWN development (roms, kernels, recoveries and flashable mods, exact rules for creating a thread there see in stickies of that section)
What does not go here:
Any Questions!!!
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Developer Discussion [Developers Only] (only on devices where available)
What goes here:
ONLY high level discussions between developers. (Exact rules for creating a thread there see in stickies of that section)
What does not go here:
Absolutely everything else!!
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I had my phone rooted with weaksauce I was gonna go all out and unlock the boot loader and s-off but weaksauce made it so easy to have root access I was pretty satisfied with just that for a little while at least. Then I got an update Download from Verizon. I pressed where it said update now. I was curious. I'm sorry, anyway now I have the Verizon version of sense 6.0 and weaksauce shows me root failure when it runs. It's been like this for quite some time now and I've been searching around for any info on it but I'm the only person who has made a post about it so far. Other people also have this problem, I made a post on android forums and many others are sharing the same issue. Developers please. Let me know if you share the problem or know the solution or if you are currently working on the solution because I am getting slightly impatient. Thanks
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forum for your phone variant: http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-htc-one
basically, you need to root again, root access is lost during ota install, refer to your forum for instructions how to root the verizon htc one
alray said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2158159
forum for your phone variant: http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-htc-one
basically, you need to root again, root access is lost during ota install, refer to your forum for instructions how to root the verizon htc one
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If it was actually that simple I would have already done that. I have a VERIZON m7. Weaksauce was the only root method I tried that worked, so it's not that I'm too lazy to search around for the correct thread, it's that that correct thread doesn't exist yet so I just keep making threads on different android forums until I flood the internet with my words and someone finally notices.
pandagiraffe said:
If it was actually that simple I would have already done that. I have a VERIZON m7. Weaksauce was the only root method I tried that worked, so it's not that I'm too lazy to search around for the correct thread, it's that that correct thread doesn't exist yet so I just keep making threads on different android forums until I flood the internet with my words and someone finally notices.
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Never said you was to lazy mate, I just say, if you want a good answer then post in the right forum, the forum for verizon htc one...
we doesn't know much about your phone variant here, you could at least try to post there:http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-htc-one
pandagiraffe said:
What's going on xda? I wanted to post this in the developer forum, so that possibly Ya know, a developer would see it and read it but the site said "no" so I have to post here. I had my phone rooted with weaksauce I was gonna go all out and unlock the boot loader and s-off but weaksauce made it so easy to have root access I was pretty satisfied with just that for a little while at least. Then I got an update Download from Verizon. I pressed where it said update now. I was curious. I'm sorry, anyway now I have the Verizon version of sense 6.0 and weaksauce shows me root failure when it runs. It's been like this for quite some time now and I've been searching around for any info on it but I'm the only person who has made a post about it so far. Other people also have this problem, I made a post on android forums and many others are sharing the same issue. Developers please. Let me know if you share the problem or know the solution or if you are currently working on the solution because I am getting slightly impatient. Thanks
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Whats Going on? What is going on is that you really didnt pay attention to the rules when you joined. Had you then you would know why you cant post in the Dev forums. You would also know that had you posted this in the dev forums, it would have been deleted on site.
Now I am gonna move this to the proper device forums and advise you to take another look at the rules before you post again.
Basically, you are SOL until Firewater/Weaksauce/Towelroot is made to work on our latest OTA.
Had you run Firewater when you had root, prior to updating, you would have been able to update and retain s-off and root.
Since you didn't, you are now stuck without root until/when/if an updated method/exploit is posted.
santod040 said:
Basically, you are SOL until Firewater/Weaksauce/Towelroot is made to work on our latest OTA.
Had you run Firewater when you had root, prior to updating, you would have been able to update and retain s-off and root.
Since you didn't, you are now stuck without root until/when/if an updated method/exploit is posted.
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Damn. Thank you for the straight up truth though man I appreciate it.
zelendel said:
Whats Going on? What is going on is that you really didnt pay attention to the rules when you joined. Had you then you would know why you cant post in the Dev forums. You would also know that had you posted this in the dev forums, it would have been deleted on site.
Now I am gonna move this to the proper device forums and advise you to take another look at the rules before you post again.
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Dude, keep moving it if it makes you feel important. The rules really are not my main concern on this site, I had a question it got answered pretty directly after about 4 useless "this has to be moved" posts now I'm going to continue to wait. You guys are like maids for this site do they pay you well? Is it just fun for you to move threads to the correct place? pretty much: LOL @ false sense of entitlement thread police
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Dude, keep moving it if it makes you feel important. The rules really are not my main concern on this site, I had a question it got answered pretty directly after about 4 useless "this has to be moved" posts now I'm going to continue to wait. You guys are like maids for this site do they pay you well? Is it just fun for you to move threads to the correct place? pretty much: LOL @ false sense of entitlement thread police Füćk your system
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Your thread got answered after it was moved to the right place, so that mod with "a false sense of entitlement" is the only reason you got a accurate reply.
Your call, but a bit of appreciation for those who keep this site running and volunteer to help is never a bad thing. Running a site of this size is not an easy task.
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Dude, keep moving it if it makes you feel important. The rules really are not my main concern on this site, I had a question it got answered pretty directly after about 4 useless "this has to be moved" posts now I'm going to continue to wait. You guys are like maids for this site do they pay you well? Is it just fun for you to move threads to the correct place? pretty much: LOL @ false sense of entitlement thread police
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Wow so let me get this straight. You come to a development sight and want to ask a question? Tthen you post in the wrong section so you get the least amount of answers. So not only does a mod come along and move it to the proper place so you have a chance of getting an answer, but tells you where you messed up instead of just deleting your post. So you proceed to call names and insult me? Then break the rules again. Well how about this. The next time you decide to insult someone you will be banned from the site and then you be stuck with what ever simple minded questions you may have. Take this as your only warning. I would normally just remove you from the site for good but I am in a good mood today so I will let this one slide.
Hello guy Need few helps.... just coming from samsung galaxy note 4 .. so i m totaly new ..
1st- how to unclock bootloader?
2nd - plz give me the latest link of twrp version
3rd- i want to root my device
4th - using stock rom .. i m from india .. i want to root my stock rom and want to install twrp
5th- where i can find offical stock rom downloading lin plz give me the link
6th- before rooting or before unlocking bootloader .what i have to backup ?? coz i dont want lose iemi ..in samsung we backup efs to backups the imi
7th- what adbs software need ? and what flashing application i need to root? .... to unclock bootloader?..what backup tolls i need to this stuff .. and what usb driver i need to doing this stuff ?? plz share all links with latest version ... we use odin apps to flash samsung offical firmaware ...
plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz help sry 4r too many question
Try development section all these questions are answered there.
Same questions I have and u can't see a development section. On Tapatalk app for some reason
I used to root and install ROMs all the time with my old zte blade, not felt the need to not recently, but have rooted my smart ultra 6 which has a locked bootloader (which 2bh I am not sure what this is or what it does) and getting my op3 shortly and will look to root it mainly for app data restore off titanium backup.
Used to seeing a sticky guide for these things but can't seem to find anything for the op3
Suppose I need to try on laptop
loveaddicated said:
Hello guy Need few helps.... just coming from samsung galaxy note 4 .. so i m totaly new ..
1st- how to unclock bootloader?
2nd - plz give me the latest link of twrp version
3rd- i want to root my device
4th - using stock rom .. i m from india .. i want to root my stock rom and want to install twrp
5th- where i can find offical stock rom downloading lin plz give me the link
6th- before rooting or before unlocking bootloader .what i have to backup ?? coz i dont want lose iemi ..in samsung we backup efs to backups the imi
7th- what adbs software need ? and what flashing application i need to root? .... to unclock bootloader?..what backup tolls i need to this stuff .. and what usb driver i need to doing this stuff ?? plz share all links with latest version ... we use odin apps to flash samsung offical firmaware ...
plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz help sry 4r too many question
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Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using XDA-Developers mobile app
For questions 1,3,4,6 & 7, Try http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-3/how-to/oneplus-3-how-to-unlock-bootloader-t3398733
Everything is there.
For Latest TWRP, Go to https://twrp.me/devices/oneplusthree.html
For Official Stock ROM, Try One Plus Support Site. http://downloads.oneplus.net/
If you have further problems you can PM me for help.
Good Luck.
[email protected] said:
For questions 1,3,4,6 & 7, Try http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-3/how-to/oneplus-3-how-to-unlock-bootloader-t3398733
Everything is there.
For Latest TWRP, Go to https://twrp.me/devices/oneplusthree.html
For Official Stock ROM, Try One Plus Support Site. http://downloads.oneplus.net/
If you have further problems you can PM me for help.
Good Luck.
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took 3 posts to finally help the guy, This guy right that i qouted here is the what we need in the world, people are new at stuff and need to be pointed in the right direction, so instead of being like a walmart or best buy employer and saying "oh its right over there somewhere." Just actually help the guy like this guy. You people were all new at this at one point and this is why the world is going to ****, b/c 1 out of 4 people who responded was not lazy and posted link and offered more help, this is what this community is about, not to just say oh do a search for it. Come on people stop being lazy and just help out, if u don't want to then stfu
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took 3 posts to finally help the guy, This guy right that i qouted here is the what we need in the world, people are new at stuff and need to be pointed in the right direction, so instead of being like a walmart or best buy employer and saying "oh its right over there somewhere." Just actually help the guy like this guy. You people were all new at this at one point and this is why the world is going to ****, b/c 1 out of 4 people who responded was not lazy and posted link and offered more help, this is what this community is about, not to just say oh do a search for it. Come on people stop being lazy and just help out, if u don't want to then stfu
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I would've posted links but it's not so simple on app, also if you can't be bothered to search and read on complex topics, which might result in you destroying your expensive phone, maybe you shouldn't be undertaking them.
What's wrong with today's society is people expect everything handed to them on a plate, with little or Jo effort on their part.
ghostofcain said:
I would've posted links but it's not so simple on app, also if you can't be bothered to search and read on complex topics, which might result in you destroying your expensive phone, maybe you shouldn't be undertaking them.
What's wrong with today's society is people expect everything handed to them on a plate, with little or Jo effort on their part.
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+1. I agree. People can't be expected to be spoon fed all the time. Just search it! It's that simple.
What else could we expect from a user (OP) whose nickname seems mispelled?
I'm new to the forums and am interested in learning how to root my specific phone (mix 2) using my desk top. I have been browsing the forums and can't seem to find it. A link or anything really pointing me in the right direction would be nice. Also when I see stuff like this %USERPROFILE%\adb-fastboot on the linage os guide I find my self lost. And that's just the part where I'm getting my PC set up.
Help will be greatly appreciated!
I'm ready to learn!
Definitely read through the /r/xiaomi wiki, a lot of basic knowledge is covered in there. https://www.reddit.com/r/Xiaomi/wiki/index
guyinredsweater said:
I'm new to the forums and am interested in learning how to root my specific phone (mix 2) using my desk top. I have been browsing the forums and can't seem to find it. A link or anything really pointing me in the right direction would be nice. Also when I see stuff like this %USERPROFILE%\adb-fastboot on the linage os guide I find my self lost. And that's just the part where I'm getting my PC set up.
Help will be greatly appreciated!
I'm ready to learn!
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There is a guide in the guide section you posted in, step by step instructions...
guyinredsweater said:
I'm new to the forums and am interested in learning how to root my specific phone (mix 2) using my desk top. I have been browsing the forums and can't seem to find it. A link or anything really pointing me in the right direction would be nice. Also when I see stuff like this %USERPROFILE%\adb-fastboot on the linage os guide I find my self lost. And that's just the part where I'm getting my PC set up.
Help will be greatly appreciated!
I'm ready to learn!
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There is a guide in the guide section you posted in, step by step instructions...
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As I said I tried to find it and could not. I'm new to the forum and am having trouble navigating. So where is the link Mr Senior Member.... Or is condescending replies all I'm going to get here.....
guyinredsweater said:
As I said I tried to find it and could not. I'm new to the forum and am having trouble navigating. So where is the link Mr Senior Member.... Or is condescending replies all I'm going to get here.....
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Here you go Mr junior member
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-mix-2/how-to/one-xiaomi-mi-mix-2-chiron-unlock-t3785004