How to "root" your Optimus G Pro AT&T - LG Optimus G Pro

How to "root" your Optimus G Pro AT&T ONLY
This does work great. It will allow root.
1. (Optional if you have another means of un-RARing) Download and install 7-zip from here. You need this to open certain types of archives (specifically .rar, but you might also want to open .tar, .bz2, or other types of archives in the future). This program is supremely awesome in its ability to open almost any archive you throw at it. It's also unobtrusive and efficient.
2. Download and install LG USB Drivers from here. Without these drivers, your computer won't be able to effectively communicate with your phone. This is vital for the steps we will be taking.
3. Enable USB debugging by going to Settings->(General)->Developer options" and checking the box next to "USB debugging." You will get warnings. You can probably ignore them. This setting will allow you to run commands on your phone from your computer (via USB). For more info on the Android Debug Bridge, click here.
4. Download and extract (using 7-zip (or whatever)) the root exploit from here.
5. Connect your phone to the computer with your USB cable.
6. Put the phone into "Charge Only" mode at Settings->General->PC connection->USB connection type
7. Open CurrentRoot.bat and follow its prompts. You will need to change from "Charge Only" to "Media sync (MTP)" mode. The setting is in the same place.
8. Run SuperSU (now in your apps drawer) it and make sure it works. This program allows others to gain access to superuser privileges. For more info on rooting and what kind of stuff it lets you do, click here and/or use Google.
Thanks to XDA User carrett for this. If u want to say thanks to him http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2006946
Video to help with install. Done by user chrisngrod

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Just wanted to say thanks. It worked perfectly with your instructions. Good Job! :good:

Any chances of a recovery?

No offense but, you literally just copied and pasted this from the original forum. There was nothing added to this that made it custom to our phone other than the title. There might not be a rule against it but I just feel a little weird about it being here. Sort of like a reposted YouTube video.
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huzzah!
So much success. thanks for the post. Great details!
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I had not seen a post with those details about changing the state from charging only to media and so on but maybe I just missed the post you are talking about.

jeffhesser said:
So much success. thanks for the post. Great details!
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I had not seen a post with those details about changing the state from charging only to media and so on but maybe I just missed the post you are talking about.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34474128
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lessthanzach said:
No offense but, you literally just copied and pasted this from the original forum. There was nothing added to this that made it custom to our phone other than the title. There might not be a rule against it but I just feel a little weird about it being here. Sort of like a reposted YouTube video.
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Yes I know but I did thank him in the thread. I didnt take any credit for this.

idle0095 said:
Yes I know but I did thank him in the thread. I didnt take any credit for this.
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I'd suggest posting a link to the original thread so that people can thank the original developer properly if this helps them.
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dexim said:
I'd suggest posting a link to the original thread so that people can thank the original developer properly if this helps them.
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Done

Being more familiar with Samsung rooting, HTC and Motorola devices. When its time to return the OG Pro to stock and unroot what is the proper method, I think this is also important to have outlined.

will this root method work on an unlocked optimus g pro on tmobile?

xenine said:
will this root method work on an unlocked optimus g pro on tmobile?
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Yes

Works like a charm first try...
Thanks!

Not working for me on 64 bit windows 8, despite attempts on 3 different PC's.
I will try a 32 bit computer.
Any other users with success on 64 bit?

pramod1969 said:
Not working for me on 64 bit windows 8, despite attempts on 3 different PC's.
I will try a 32 bit computer.
Any other users with success on 64 bit?
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Yup ran fine on my ole core 2 duo with windows 7 x64
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pramod1969 said:
Not working for me on 64 bit windows 8, despite attempts on 3 different PC's.
I will try a 32 bit computer.
Any other users with success on 64 bit?
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Yup, worked fine on my laptop - Win8 64 bit.

I followed the instructions and even ran the currentRoot file as administrator after unrar the whole "ZV9-ZVB-Root folder" to the desktop.
After it says root successful, I still couldn't find the superuser in my apps as described. I have downloaded SU from play store and I still have no root access.
Please see the attached pictures of my root process and let me know if I am doing anything wrong.
Whatever I do, attached pictures are coming upside down. Sorry!

returning to stock from root?
At this point in development, if I root my phone and do softbrick or bootloop it how can I return to stock setup? With the bootloader locked is this not possible at this state. I would like to go ahead and root , but I feel as though there is no safety net. What are the alternatives....
Thanks.....

buff31 said:
At this point in development, if I root my phone and do softbrick or bootloop it how can I return to stock setup? With the bootloader locked is this not possible at this state. I would like to go ahead and root , but I feel as though there is no safety net. What are the alternatives....
Thanks.....
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/sho... ATT Optimus G PRO Factory tot IMAGE [lgnpst]
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Related

Removing preinstalled apps on Xperia play

Hi,
I am been researching for few weeks now. Being just an android user and a beginner level android developer, I am kind of lost in trying to solve my issue. I bought a Xperia Play. It is carrier unlocked. The main issue is the internal memory which keeps getting filled up from time to time, that makes me sacrifice some less used but important apps. I would like to make use of my phone more efficiently and utilise it to its maximum potential. Request someone to help me achieve this by helping me remove these apps.
Thanks
you have to root your phone first and u will find a tutorial im the development section... And after that you can use titanium backup to remove those apps
Hi,
Thanks for the info. But I am kind of lost when I went through the forum. Can you please guide me a specific one? Thanks.
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app
You could unlock your bootloader. You can do this here: http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
This enables you to flash custom Kernels and Roms. Although you don't need this if you only want to root your phone, but in my experience custom roms and kernels are a great advantage if you want to get more out of your phone
The rooting thread would be this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1325334
Bombasti said:
You could unlock your bootloader. You can do this here: http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
This enables you to flash custom Kernels and Roms. Although you don't need this if you only want to root your phone, but in my experience custom roms and kernels are a great advantage if you want to get more out of your phone
The rooting thread would be this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1325334
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Thanks Bombasti, but the unlock boot loader from sony mobile does not work for phones with IMEI numbers greater than 14 digits. Further, I also tried SuperOneClick but I keep getting the errors in Step 1 stating that the "rm failed for /data/local/tmp/boomsh. No such file directory", Step 2 also returns similar result. Can you help. Thanks.
xdadevprince said:
Hi,
Thanks for the info. But I am kind of lost when I went through the forum. Can you please guide me a specific one? Thanks.
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Go to the general section then look for my "Mega thread all my tutorials in one thread"
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xdadevprince said:
Thanks Bombasti, but the unlock boot loader from sony mobile does not work for phones with IMEI numbers greater than 14 digits. Further, I also tried SuperOneClick but I keep getting the errors in Step 1 stating that the "rm failed for /data/local/tmp/boomsh. No such file directory", Step 2 also returns similar result. Can you help. Thanks.
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Enter the first 14digits
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xdadevprince said:
Thanks Bombasti, but the unlock boot loader from sony mobile does not work for phones with IMEI numbers greater than 14 digits. Further, I also tried SuperOneClick but I keep getting the errors in Step 1 stating that the "rm failed for /data/local/tmp/boomsh. No such file directory", Step 2 also returns similar result. Can you help. Thanks.
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This is not correct. You just have to enter the 14 first digits. So it should work for your phone unless there are other restrictions (e.g. from your phone provider).
Did you try it with the first 14 digits?
Also did you run SuperOneClick as administrator? I have no idea how SupoerOneClick works, but the error says that it can't remove a directory that doesn't exist. Maybe you can create the dir on your phone to fool the program?
Greetings,
Bombasti
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I checked the SuperOneClick thread here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682/
The R800i isn't listed as compatible device, what doesn't mean it's not compatible since the list is incomplete. But I remember that it didn't work for my phone either ( I tried it some time ago). I solved the problem through flashing an already rooted rom. Later i user Cyanogenmod which rooted from the beginning. But this needs an unlocked bootloader first...
Bombasti said:
This is not correct. You just have to enter the 14 first digits. So it should work for your phone unless there are other restrictions (e.g. from your phone provider).
Did you try it with the first 14 digits?
Also did you run SuperOneClick as administrator? I have no idea how SupoerOneClick works, but the error says that it can't remove a directory that doesn't exist. Maybe you can create the dir on your phone to fool the program?
Greetings,
Bombasti
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I checked the SuperOneClick thread here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682/
The R800i isn't listed as compatible device, what doesn't mean it's not compatible since the list is incomplete. But I remember that it didn't work for my phone either ( I tried it some time ago). I solved the problem through flashing an already rooted rom. Later i user Cyanogenmod which rooted from the beginning. But this needs an unlocked bootloader first...
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superoneclick works fine just make sure you have all the drivers installed
fma965 said:
superoneclick works fine just make sure you have all the drivers installed
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Ah that might have been my problem then.
Bombasti said:
Ah that might have been my problem then.
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by all I meant the adb,fastboot and flashmode
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Root At&t on 4.1.2

Hey im new to rooting and android in general(iphone 5 previous phone) i found the tool kit in one of the forums. I have a samsung galaxy note on 4.1.2 and i was wondering if i would be able to root it. In the tool kit it has the latest os as 4.1.1. Thank you
izzyiz426 said:
Hey im new to rooting and android in general(iphone 5 previous phone) i found the tool kit in one of the forums. I have a samsung galaxy note on 4.1.2 and i was wondering if i would be able to root it. In the tool kit it has the latest os as 4.1.1. Thank you
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Please?
try this
izzyiz426 said:
Please?
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try to see this link it has FACTORY Stock I317 Odin Flashable Image .. so it will take your phone back to 4.1.1
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2004650
i am new to Android like you.. but i found this and i hope it can help you.
prashant19p said:
try to see this link it has FACTORY Stock I317 Odin Flashable Image .. so it will take your phone back to 4.1.1
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2004650
i am new to Android like you.. but i found this and i hope it can help you.
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Thank you i thought u had to have your bootloader unlocked to do this tho?
izzyiz426 said:
Thank you i thought u had to have your bootloader unlocked to do this tho?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2050297
^I used this method to root with my new Note II
What would i do if i want to install new roms?
Why don't you read man....why should anyone give u a free ride...This is not the essence of xda...
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twanskys204 said:
Why don't you read man....why should anyone give u a free ride...This is not the essence of xda...
Sent from my SGH-I317M using xda premium
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Listen im new to this whole android thing. I am trying to learn how to do this before I try and do it my self. I don't understand I am just trying to learn how to root and install roms. I tried to use the toolkit and as said earlier my os 4.1.2 is not available. Should I just use the one that has the 4.1.1... I don't know that's why I'm asking.. I'm pretty sure this is a q and a section so whats the big deal?
Because we all learned by reading....your question should be where should I start to learn all this fun information...I'm sorry for being rude, but its definitely not what this site is about. ...
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I read and look around and still didnt find any information on this. people that are new to this are asking the same questions
read this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2004650
izzyiz426 said:
Hey im new to rooting and android in general(iphone 5 previous phone) i found the tool kit in one of the forums. I have a samsung galaxy note on 4.1.2 and i was wondering if i would be able to root it. In the tool kit it has the latest os as 4.1.1. Thank you
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I rooted my phone with Exynos abuse and intalled TWRP and no problems whatsoever, You will be fine, just read read read, you will learn eventually, and some of us are here to help to, cause like you I didn't know anything about rooting or flashing roms but now I can do all that. so if ya got any questions ask.
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twanskys204 said:
Because we all learned by reading....your question should be where should I start to learn all this fun information...I'm sorry for being rude, but its definitely not what this site is about. ...
Sent from my SGH-I317M using xda premium
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Dont be an Mod Edit, sometimes when you are a noob and you dont know you need someone to guide you, When I first found the XDA site I didnt know anyhthing about rooting or intalling roms, but luckily me I found good people who helped me and now I know alot, yes You need to read but sometimes help is good too, so if you are gonna be a scumbag just keep your nose out of threads like this, He didnt ask for your help expecictly, or did he? so whoever that wants to help him is their own business, so quit being a Mod Edit
Please make sure you are using appropriate language in the forums. There can be underage Users in here and while they probably see much worse on TV, this isn't network.,
Woody said:
Please make sure you are using appropriate language in the forums. There can be underage Users in here and while they probably see much worse on TV, this isn't network.,
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My bad, I guess I got a little bit mad, it wont happen again, unless they ask for it, lo I am joking, it wont happen again.
Rooting Instructions and Video Tutorial
royalh said:
read this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2004650
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Try to root with the exploit in the link above. Otherwise try the original rooting method below.
In the "AT&T Galaxy Note II Android Development" sub-forum, this [REF] thread is at or near the top...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1987541
In the thread pasted above are instructions to root:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1980644
You can also view the video tutorial (link is next the the 'Forums') by clicking the 'Root Info' link (next to the 'Forums' link toward the keft on the XDA 'AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II' forum page) which visually shows the procedure in the link above.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1870#tutorial
Once Recovery and Superuser app are installed (through Chainfire's or other dev) rooting method, you can reboot into Recovery....backup your current ROM...wipe cache...wipe Dalvik...factory reset...then flash the ROM of your choice.
Look at the ref threads (if any) at the top of each sub-forum. Since the rooting instructions are in the Dev section, I can see how this could be confusing for newbies (not a ref in the Q&A or General section). As other members have stated, search is your friend. Yes, there is a lot of info to read on and that may come up in searches (will probably take you a few days). You have to take the time to read up on all these aspects of rooting (rooting, ROM, recovery, kernel, etc). or expect to be flamed hard on this site.
Made it way to easy man......
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this works, I have used this method.
I have used this method to root , previously not rooted, brand new, ATT NOTE 2 with 4.1.2
I can conform that this method works.
between step 8 and 9, It took few minutes... I was patient. I pull the battery (step 9) when I see "Pass" in Odin.
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Originally Posted by pilotboyshorty View Post
I was having the same issues noticed above.
I was able to successfully flash CWM by using the following steps
1. Use ODIN3 v3.07
2. Use the published HURR!!!! (same one as before but i used a fresh download)
3. SU>reboot download (or manually from boot with vol-down + Home + power)
4. Start ODIN
5. Plug in phone (ODIN shows "added!!")
6. using PDA select your "MD5 file"
7. 6. UNCHECK "AUTO REBOOT"
8. START!!
9. phone will complete and not reboot (obviously)
10. Pull the battery
11.unplug from computer
12. Replace battery
13. Plug back in
14. Hold VOL-UP + HOME + Power
15. ????????
16. PROFIT
17. ODIN will say "PASS"
18. make nandroid backup (not required but good practice so you dont have to figure it out twice like i did)
19. When you exit CWM!! do not disable CWM and revert to stock recovery. it will ask you if you want to.
19. return to XDA and hit the thanks button
hope this helped
PRO-MODE
redownload md5
uncheck "Auto Reboot" in odin
pull battery, unplug, replace battery, replug
manually reboot into recovery (vol-up, home, Power)
hit thanks button
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terminal:
SU> reboot recovery
easy mode
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=36201055&nocache=1

[Root] Sprint LG G2 LS 980 Root

A MESSAGE FROM THE XDA MODERATORS
This application is currently under review, XDA is in contact, and working with Kingo to resolve security issues, however until certain guidelines are met links will not be allowed in xda.
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Thank you.
This is a app i used to root my Sprint LG G2 LS 980
MODERATOR EDIT
I had used this on my Samsung Gtab 3 SM-T217S from Sprint and thought i would try on my G2 and it worked​
Gonna root tomorrow
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Confirmed working for me. I needed to be in MTP mode, didn't work in charging mode.
I did the same,but every. Now and then after knock knock the phone just reboots on its own.. any suggestions..
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blackwell387 said:
I did the same,but every. Now and then after knock knock the phone just reboots on its own.. any suggestions..
Sent from my LG-LS980 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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Mine isn't doing this, i'd reset to factory and try again.
Rooted, Yes sir!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thx
rooting on windows 8.1
Rooting this on Windows 8.1 x64, noticed that the posted LG drivers wouldn't give me adb drivers that would load. I used koush's universal driver available from here http://koush.com/post/universal-adb-driver.. Replugged the phone with Kingo up and I was golden.
I as well used http://www.xda-developers.com/android/lightweight-adb-and-fastboot-installer/ for my adb program to instal TWRP
Hopefully this is useful for the 8.1 early adopters
darkpoe said:
Rooting this on Windows 8.1 x64, noticed that the posted LG drivers wouldn't give me adb drivers that would load. I used koush's universal driver available from here http://koush.com/post/universal-adb-driver.. Replugged the phone with Kingo up and I was golden.
I as well used http://www.xda-developers.com/android/lightweight-adb-and-fastboot-installer/ for my adb program to instal TWRP
Hopefully this is useful for the 8.1 early adopters
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Can't find where to eneable USB Debugging? Actually I could if I could locate Developer options?
Found it....tap 7 times on Build # and it enables it
jfenton57 said:
Can't find where to eneable USB Debugging? Actually I could if I could locate Developer options?
Found it....tap 7 times on Build # and it enables it
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Go to About Phone/Software infomation and start tapping on Build number and it will enable it
jfenton57 said:
Can't find where to eneable USB Debugging? Actually I could if I could locate Developer options?
Found it....tap 7 times on Build # and it enables it
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yeah I didnt mention since I was just mentioning what I had to do specific for myself on windows 8.1 this phone is quick, even more so after titanium freezing everything i dont want
OK...Windows 8.1.
Developer Options enabled.
USB Debugging enabled.
The program won't connect to the device in either chargiing of MTP mode.
Have tried multiple cables, including the one which came with the phone and all USB ports.
Have also tried on my laptop.
Am I missing something?
darkpoe said:
Rooting this on Windows 8.1 x64, noticed that the posted LG drivers wouldn't give me adb drivers that would load. I used koush's universal driver available from here http://koush.com/post/universal-adb-driver.. Replugged the phone with Kingo up and I was golden.
I as well used http://www.xda-developers.com/android/lightweight-adb-and-fastboot-installer/ for my adb program to instal TWRP
Hopefully this is useful for the 8.1 early adopters
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Where did you find twrp
is this the root method where superuser comes in Chinese?
Isn't king banned from xda?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=47181331&postcount=89
vlug said:
is this the root method where superuser comes in Chinese?
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No its in english
benny3 said:
Where did you find twrp
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on their website and its pre loki'd
http://www.teamw.in/project/twrp2/197
Good luck
and the root is in english, its based off a chinese app from what I read, its just supersu
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Sherlock Combs said:
Isn't king banned from xda?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=47181331&postcount=89
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I didn't link to it. It says no links.
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Sherlock Combs said:
Isn't king banned from xda?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=47181331&postcount=89
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darkpoe said:
on their website and its pre loki'd
http://www.teamw.in/project/twrp2/197
Good luck
and the root is in english, its based off a chinese app from what I read, its just supersu
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I didn't link to it. It says no links.
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Also, if you READ the forums there are other methods, this is one I read, it seemed quick and easy. I believe someone mentioned farmaroot or framaroot, and there is another method listed in the G2 forum as well. Go read.. I chose that app cause it was 2am and I was half awake
benny3 said:
No its in english
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oh ok. i read somewhere (i dont mean to alarm anyone) that the root method where superuser comes in chinese is actually chinese spyware. this is not a fact i know. like i said, i read it somewhere.
jfenton57 said:
OK...Windows 8.1.
Developer Options enabled.
USB Debugging enabled.
The program won't connect to the device in either chargiing of MTP mode.
Have tried multiple cables, including the one which came with the phone and all USB ports.
Have also tried on my laptop.
Am I missing something?
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do you have the drivers that you need sounds like a driver problem
vlug said:
oh ok. i read somewhere (i dont mean to alarm anyone) that the root method where superuser comes in chinese is actually chinese spyware. this is not a fact i know. like i said, i read it somewhere.
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So... wait, confused. Is this safe? In terms of spyware?
Darth Pooh said:
So... wait, confused. Is this safe? In terms of spyware?
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Yeah, I been using this on my Gtab 3 for a couple weeks now with no ill effect

[ROOT] Very Simple E980 root after E98010p update

This is so awesome but I can't post links so....
...wait for it!!!
I can post it on my own web site tho: free-press dot us
I copied this from your site.
How To ROOT the Optimus G Pro E-980
after installing the latest update to E98010p
1. Install the drivers if you have not done so yet from http://www.lg.com/us/support-mobile/lg-E980 (under Software Update tab)
2. Install this program (Kingo Android Root) from download.com: http://download.cnet.com/Kingo-Android-Root/3000-2094_4-75996768.html
Notes: You get a download.com installer initially. I was offered two programs I would never use so I declined those and got the actual program from the installer. Nothing was forced so don't freak out. The actual program is 22.5mb.
3. Open the Kingo program after install.
4. Put your phone in USB Debugger mode and connect it to your PC.
5. Select "Install PC Software" on your phone popup and let the Kingo program do its job.
6. The program will attempt root in Odin mode at first and fail and will then automatically use the correct mode and succeed.
Once the program completes you will have rooted your LG Optimus G Pro with "SuperSU" installed. Very simple. Next step is to install a Recovery.
I tried to post this on XDA but I don't have 10 posts so I gave up there. I go there often for solutions and new information but rarely post, but people seemed to be struggling with this and I thought I should give something back. Someone with link posting power can repost this to the forum if you want but please give me some credit for finding this on YouTube. Thanks!!!
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really it was so simple
I just installed it and the program worked as promised, thanks man
Worked for me, now trying it on my Nexus 7 (Flo) ...:good:
**Update**
Nope on the Nexus
I'm gonna take a stab at this and say Freegee will still be required for installing recovery(CWM)?
cougar214 said:
I'm gonna take a stab at this and say Freegee will still be required for installing recovery(CWM)?
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FreeGee will put the lokified version of the recovery on your phone, which is needed since the bootloader is still locked
Can you tell me, or anyone can tell me, why Rom Manager doesn't work? It says it has Loki support but when I try to use it I get the android with the red symbol denoting it can't boot into recovery. I'm just curious.
cougar214 said:
Can you tell me, or anyone can tell me, why Rom Manager doesn't work? It says it has Loki support but when I try to use it I get the android with the red symbol denoting it can't boot into recovery. I'm just curious.
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Not sure....
I've read that Kingo and vroot are malicious root programs that might be sending IMEI info to Chinese servers. Then, supposedly other phones can be set up with your credentials. I don't have any way to verify if the aforementioned is true, but I'm just passing it along...
Maybe a web search of vroot and Kingo are in order.....
If that is true, and I'm not saying it is or isn't, I'm sure a web search on the matter could tell you what to look for. Such as hidden malicious apps installed, etc. It would be a prudent move to check into it but nothing to panic over until and/or unless there is some truth to it. Just my 2 cents on the matter....lol
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Just because you brought it up Andy, I went into all my settings and apps. This method DOES install an app in your phone. I probably should have wrote down the app info before I removed it but I forgot to. it's not rocket science to figure it out on your own though. You see a blue icon with some Chinese writing on it. I went ahead and removed it from my phone just to be safe. But chances are IF this app is sending ANY data to a foreign server, it has done so already because it's been in my phone for a few hours already before I noticed it.
I did read online about the uploading of IMEI numbers but ONLY to build a database from but that feature has since been removed because of the concerns it raised.
Worked fine for my LG Optimus G Pro E980. I also ran Malware Bytes afterwards and found no malware, then I ran CM Security and the only thing I found was an sms fake phishing vulnerability which I am almost sure didn't come from the root process.
So just want to verify on this software is working for E980 10p update? Has anyone else found 10p root method to work without reflashing.? I am almost tempt to hold out on 4.4 OTA update coming for my phone.
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Doesnt get any easier then kingo lol
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I know that but is it going to work for my E980 I checked out the site and the E980 isn't listed as a phone on its list I'll try it out.
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Deweywiii said:
I know that but is it going to work for my E980 I checked out the site and the E980 isn't listed as a phone on its list I'll try it out.
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Lol yes that's what this thread is stating already......I used it took 10 mins to do everything
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shayneflashindaily said:
Lol yes that's what this thread is stating already......I used it took 10 mins to do everything
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Alright cool im doing it now. so is freegee working for the bypass of bootloader?
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Alright cool im doing it now. so is freegee working for the bypass of bootloader?
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Yeah freegee bypasses and allows you to install cwm that has lokified built in
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shayneflashindaily said:
Yeah freegee bypasses and allows you to install cwm that has lokified built in
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Ok i have rooted and i have also used freegee. now i just need to back it up and get some roms and have a little fun.
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Ok i have rooted and i have also used freegee. now i just need to back it up and get some roms and have a little fun.
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Make sure you read op of each ROM ....installation guides.....good luck
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Any Linux based scripts to get this phone rooted? I don't own a windows PC.

new to nexus. any easy bootloader/root method?

Hey Nexus family I'm new here. I've tried to follow the directions in dev section but can't seem to get this thing cracked open. Command shell noon. So is there a simpler version to achieve bootloader and root? Thanks
Easy and also best way (since you get to know al the necessary steps) is to follow this guide:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-5x/general/guides-how-to-guides-beginners-t3206930
Agree with @peltus. It's worth to learn input via command line. Only 1 annotation: Win10 didn't connect by fastboot, so I took a Linux-Pc.
you can also use Nexus Root Toolkit
http://www.wugfresh.com/nrt/
Rootkit is just not recommended: may work, but you find threads here about issues.
Toolkits may work fine but if you run into problems you may need to fastboot anyway to fix things. So why not learn exactly what you need to do in the first place?
On another note I do fastboot everything on Windows 10 from a USB 3.0 port. You just need the correct drivers or revert to a USB 2.0 port maybe.
rambo8987 said:
Hey Nexus family I'm new here. I've tried to follow the directions in dev section but can't seem to get this thing cracked open. Command shell noon. So is there a simpler version to achieve bootloader and root? Thanks
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Command shell. Nexus root toolkit has come a long ways but damn near everything it does could be one simple command and a lot less reboots. Just remember the first time you unlock your bootloader you'll wipe your data and i could never get helium working right on 7. Get lastpass, let it reset you, root away. On Nexus devices it literally could not get any easier. (For us--thanks devs!)
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rp158 said:
Agree with @peltus. It's worth to learn input via command line. Only 1 annotation: Win10 didn't connect by fastboot, so I took a Linux-Pc.
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Yeah i had issues with win 10 seeing fastboot. Lots of people seem to. I fixed that before i unlocked.
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peltus said:
Toolkits may work fine but if you run into problems you may need to fastboot anyway to fix things. So why not learn exactly what you need to do in the first place?
On another note I do fastboot everything on Windows 10 from a USB 3.0 port. You just need the correct drivers or revert to a USB 2.0 port maybe.
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I think i had to use a 2.0 and Google's latest drivers
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