Hello there! Im here with a request if someone can help with unlocking, rooting, clockwork mod and custom rom stuff.
Im using Samsung Galaxy Nexus (GSM) Maguro running on the lastest android 4.3 and since 4.4 is out from 2 weeks or so i really wanna get it on my phone even when Google wont update our gnexus with their latest os. I know the current state of the KitKat 4.4 AOSP versions is not 100% stable and mainly those gfx issues when rotating and stuff but ill be okay.
I know there are alot of guides out there but all i need is a simplified one with intel from where to start to where to end it.
There are many stuff on the internet ive already searched but somehow i dont do it because of all the info inside it.
I know to read and before my galaxy nexus i had the Sony X8 using custom rom GDX+ and it worked well everything was easy. But with my nexus now i think there are more things to do now.
All im asking is the easiest way to get it ready to flash the package and the GAPPS. (i already picked the one from here and i have the gapps on my pc) Now i need info on how to unlock and everything with clockworkmod and backup my current os.
Thanks in advance!
No offense, but if you can't follow the guides in here on how too unlock/custom recovery/root then no one in the world can.
The methods showed here are simplest as it gets!!
As a last alternative, try the GNEX TOOLKIT V11.1.0
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Hi I second this. I would also like a stable, stock, deodexed, rooted and busyboxed kitkat rom for my gsm gnexus with instructions on flashing and installing gapps. Any advice is much appreciated.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1529058
ADDOriN said:
Hello there! Im here with a request if someone can help with unlocking, rooting, clockwork mod and custom rom stuff.
Im using Samsung Galaxy Nexus (GSM) Maguro running on the lastest android 4.3 and since 4.4 is out from 2 weeks or so i really wanna get it on my phone even when Google wont update our gnexus with their latest os. I know the current state of the KitKat 4.4 AOSP versions is not 100% stable and mainly those gfx issues when rotating and stuff but ill be okay.
I know there are alot of guides out there but all i need is a simplified one with intel from where to start to where to end it.
There are many stuff on the internet ive already searched but somehow i dont do it because of all the info inside it.
I know to read and before my galaxy nexus i had the Sony X8 using custom rom GDX+ and it worked well everything was easy. But with my nexus now i think there are more things to do now.
All im asking is the easiest way to get it ready to flash the package and the GAPPS. (i already picked the one from here and i have the gapps on my pc) Now i need info on how to unlock and everything with clockworkmod and backup my current os.
Thanks in advance!
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Hey ADDOriN, what's up?
First of all, I found the same problem as you... I spent some hours trying to understand the whole process and honestly didn't reach my goal... The tutorial pointed out by the friend t1.8matt is great and easy, but if you don't feel confartable yet, you can try to follow the steps on youtube video called "How To Root Android 4.3 On the galaxy nexus" made by Manley (sorry, but as a noob, I can't post the link)
Some considerations about:
- the tutorial uses CWM but depending on the version of 4.4, you should use TWRP... The process to apply the image file is the same, differing only in root step
- if your bootloader is locked, in the moment you unlock it, all your data will be erased, so a backup is highly recommended
The GNex Toolkit 11.1.0 quoted by the friend wysefreakz is easier than made everything by hand, but honestly, I didn't find an information if it is or isn't compatible with 4.3 version, so I chose to the "hand-made" method.
Just to say, I used custom firmwares on my old Defy and made the same for a Galaxy S, but I found some doubts to gnexus (even had converted it from yakjuvs to yakju in the past)
I hope I can help you
I would not use a toolkit, as pointed out by many experienced users, they can do more harm than good. Not always the case but it is possible. I you get the android SDK setup on your computer, its actually not hard using adb and fastboot once you learn the commands. There are plenty of tutorials out there to help you with getting it setup and learning about adb and fastboot.
@leocasarin, @t1.8matt, @wisefreakz Thank you guys!
Actually there is no problem for me is to follow slowly the tutorials here and there. I made this thread to ask if there is something i didnt found my rolling on the forums or the internet as general. @t1.8matt yes the tutorial you give me is maybe the one ill follow. @leocasarin i will follow the ideas you said to me and im really thankful.
NINJA EDIT: I just used the video tutorial posted from @leocasarin and i completed everything and i now have KitKat 4.4! KUDOS FOR YOU MATE <3
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Hi,
Maybe you guys can tell me what to do. Before this phone i had the sg2, and i decided to root the phone because everyone told me it was hard to brick that phone, and when i learned how to flash kernels and rom's, then i almost flashed new rom every week since then.
1. Now i bought the Nexus, and im happy with it, but i want to know, is it less big chance to brick this phone too?
2. To unlock, and root this phone i use GNex TOOLKIT V5.3, this is the safest and easiest way, right?
3. On my Sg2, i used Checkrom HD v4, Ginger-mod, Siyah and Speedmod. Which Rom's are the best out there (ive been looking at Foxhound, and android revolution HD), and which kernel is the best chooise for me, who don't undervolt or clock, meaning a kernel similar to Speedmod?
i would be thankful for every answer i would get,
thanks
Darwichee said:
Hi,
Maybe you guys can tell me what to do. Before this phone i had the sg2, and i decided to root the phone because everyone told me it was hard to brick that phone, and when i learned how to flash kernels and rom's, then i almost flashed new rom every week since then.
1. Now i bought the Nexus, and im happy with it, but i want to know, is it less big chance to brick this phone too
2. To unlock, and root this phone i use GNex TOOLKIT V5.3, this is the safest and easiest way, right?
3. On my Sg2, i used Checkrom HD v4, Ginger-mod, Siyah and Speedmod. Which Rom's are the best out there (ive been looking at Foxhound, and android revolution HD), and which kernel is the best chooise for me, who don't undervolt or clock, meaning a kernel similar to Speedmod?
i would be thankful for every answer i would get,
thanks
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1. It's been going around the community that the galaxy Nexus is hard to brick.
2. The toolkit is good to use, go ahead and use that.
3. I use the Gummy ROM and love it! I also use Francos Kernel for conserving battery.
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All of the roms are great. Revolution HD is based on 4.0.2 and the rest are 4.0.3 or 4.0.4 I like foxhound but I am using AOKP. If you don't overclock or under clock, the stock kernel works just fine. I think most of the kernels are undervolted by default.
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It's a whole new world. This is not samsung land anymore.
The nexus is aosp supported, so if you'd like read up on how to build from source, fastboot and the 4 combos you can do to boot your phone with.
Install android sdk and jdk 1.6. While you're waiting for the repo to sync, setup udev rules (some distros will probably have these already), adb will be your friend and nothing to be afraid of. See also ddms.
Done synching the repo? Good, now go read the wiki 'google build for devices'. Read also 'building system'. Then go read the tutorial for compiling aosp thread in General. Read up on that thread, it doesnt have many pages yet.
This is how custom roms and aosp kangs are born
1- well, from what i've seen, its even easier to debug whats happening, so yeah, i would expect this device to hold its ground while you throw almost anything at it. After all, this is a aosp supported device.
2- toolkit. Easiest? Yes. Safest? Probably no.
3- fugumod
In response to bricking. As long as your recovery doesn't get erased you can always just restore a backup if you mess up your phone. I like to keep a stock/root backup just in case.
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Samsung flagship devices are hard to brick IMO. You have to be either doing something completely wrong or very very unlucky to brick one.
IMO Samsung devices are really hard to brick. I've had a few sammy android devices including the SGS2 and never bricked them to the point that they were unusable.
I have the Galaxy Nexus and not bricked it yet. The GNex toolkit really is safe as thats what I used to root mine.
As far as roms, this forum has a plethora of great options. Right now I'm running Manhattans ICS 4.0.3 and its been ultra stable with great battery life.
Extreme beginner
Hey guys, I'm extremely new to this world. My last phone was a bb and now I have a Nexus (Verizon). I'm trying to get the most out of my phone and wanted to install the codenameandroid rom to my phone. I just unlocked the bootloader and rooted it (I think). I've been trying to read and gather information on how to do this but I just really don't understand some of the terminology and exactly what I should do. If anyone could provide some step by step instructions for me it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance
Hi Im new to the LG Nitro Community But not xda. Ive pretty much owned alot of phones and ill be snagging one of these up tomorrow and i have a few questions.
1:How does everyone like/enjoy this phone?
2: Whats a good stable rom for a daily driver.(Not whats the best rom. Not trying to start a flame war)
3: Do you guys have a stable ics leak?
Thanks guys and i look foward to having great disscusions with yall!
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Hi Im new to the LG Nitro Community But not xda. Ive pretty much owned alot of phones and ill be snagging one of these up tomorrow and i have a few questions.
1:How does everyone like/enjoy this phone?
2: Whats a good stable rom for a daily driver.(Not whats the best rom. Not trying to start a flame war)
3: Do you guys have a stable ics leak?
Thanks guys and i look foward to having great disscusions with yall!
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I don't have any opinions on 1 or 2. As for 3, you do have some choices. A few of the options are, a leaked official AT&T ICS for the Nitro, nightly or RC2 for CM9, and now we even have an early preview of CM10 (Jelly Bean). Best thing to do is check out the Development sub-forum and see what you might like.
i came from a galaxy s vibrant recently to this phone.
to be honest, I was kind of disappointed at first with the battery life and lag, but that all went away once I rooted, flashed CM9 (the recent nightlies are faaaaaast) The battery life got better over time once I recalibrated it also, but now I went to the hyperion extended battery and battery life seems to be a lot better.
The HD screen is <3 When you look at a device without the HD display you'll be wondering why are the words so pixelated
I think I'm going to install CM10 preview soon too once I get my SD card.. 2gb is not enough. A CWM backup takes up almost 1 gig ._.
i was reading HO!NO! P930 UDT v18f 04112012-CWM-Flashable! thread. whats this unbricking people are talking about?
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i was reading HO!NO! P930 UDT v18f 04112012-CWM-Flashable! thread. whats this unbricking people are talking about?
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unbricking is this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1597488 It's the only way to flash stock firmware in case of trouble.
And where is the tread about CM10 you're speaking? I can't find, eager to flash preview
Billy Madison said:
unbricking is this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1597488 It's the only way to flash stock firmware in case of trouble.
And where is the tread about CM10 you're speaking? I can't find, eager to flash preview
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It's in the development thread. If you want stable, go with cm9 first. Then you can compare to CM10.
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houstonsveryown said:
Hi Im new to the LG Nitro Community But not xda. Ive pretty much owned alot of phones and ill be snagging one of these up tomorrow and i have a few questions.
1:How does everyone like/enjoy this phone?
2: Whats a good stable rom for a daily driver.(Not whats the best rom. Not trying to start a flame war)
3: Do you guys have a stable ics leak?
Thanks guys and i look foward to having great disscusions with yall!
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1. Coming from the Samsung Galaxy S, I love this phone! The HD screen is great and it has everything I want/need in my phone: LTE, performance, and hackability/dev support.
2. Like people have stated there are a few good ones. I'm currently running CM9 RC1 (planning to flash to HO!NO!'s Full throttle soon) and haven't had any problems so far. At first it was a little rough but after a few days it settled and it's been pretty smooth since, no issues. I tried flashing full throttle but had some issues installing it (it would bootloop). I would say Full Throttle would be a little more work to get working but from I've read once it's working it's fantastic. HO!NO! is putting a lot of work into it though and has frequent releases and improvements, and he usually incorporates the latest CM9 updates.
I haven't tried any others but I've heard the ICS leak runs very well and would probably make a good daily driver, just be prepared to unbrick your phone should you want a different ROM in the future. If you don't want to flash ROMs that often, I'd say go with a CM9 RC or the ICS leak. If you don't mind flashing ROMs then try out some of the other ROMs (Andasa's CM9 Hybrid, HO!NO!'s Full Throttle, CM9 Nightly, CM10) and see what you like.
3. I believe this has been answered
Hot damn! i just got the phone and im loving it! but im a total noob at this phone.
I need help pointing me in the right direction of rooting/installing cwm/Flashing a rom
Because i see nothing about root just a bunch of topics about failed root attemps.
houstonsveryown said:
Hot damn! i just got the phone and im loving it! but im a total noob at this phone.
I need help pointing me in the right direction of rooting/installing cwm/Flashing a rom
Because i see nothing about root just a bunch of topics about failed root attemps.
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It depends what firmware your device came with as some of them aren't rootable. For me I used SuperOneClick (v2.2 I think). You might need to attempt it a few times, (i think I had to disconnect and reconnect at one point as well to get it to finish).
You could also started out by following the unbricking guide to unbrick the phone (and follow the Easy CWM unbrick guide to make unbricking easier in the future). This would give you complete freedom to try any ROM (like the ICS leak with CWM) and from what I've read, fix some problems with the sdcard as well
p.s. Check the development section for rooting guides. I believe the v10j firmware is the rootable one.
bennet46 said:
It depends what firmware your device came with as some of them aren't rootable. For me I used SuperOneClick (v2.2 I think). You might need to attempt it a few times, (i think I had to disconnect and reconnect at one point as well to get it to finish).
You could also started out by following the unbricking guide to unbrick the phone (and follow the Easy CWM unbrick guide to make unbricking easier in the future). This would give you complete freedom to try any ROM (like the ICS leak with CWM) and from what I've read, fix some problems with the sdcard as well
p.s. Check the development section for rooting guides. I believe the v10j firmware is the rootable one.
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It came with 2.3.5. I was dreading that unbricking guide but if i must i guess i will.
houstonsveryown said:
It came with 2.3.5. I was dreading that unbricking guide but if i must i guess i will.
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The version we are talking about would be under baseband version in about phone (settings)
It should say P930 followed by something then V two numbers and a letter, this is your version.
P930-*********-V11a (for example. The V11a version here is the one I have and is root able)
dillonr said:
The version we are talking about would be under baseband version in about phone (settings)
It should say P930 followed by something then V two numbers and a letter, this is your version.
P930-*********-V11a (for example. The V11a version here is the one I have and is root able)
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i have sucessfully rooted my phone! im in the process of flashing cm9 now! this helped me out more than the other guide!!! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1784709
Ok so I'm curious of why I'm not able to update from 4.1.1 to 4.2.2 or 4.3. Any time I try to update, it tells me that I'm already up to date. Now I'm wanting the new CyanogenMod, I'm craving it...
When installing gapps is it a MUST to use gapps for 4.1.1 or can I use the ones from 4.2.2? I use Clock Work Recovery Premium but it's not installing google apps with it. It kind of erks me in a way...
So I'm at a complete loss... is it possible to get 4.2 or am I stuck with 4.1?
I'm running a SGH-I747.
Please hit me up asap!
Ciberious42 said:
Ok so I'm curious of why I'm not able to update from 4.1.1 to 4.2.2 or 4.3. Any time I try to update, it tells me that I'm already up to date. Now I'm wanting the new CyanogenMod, I'm craving it...
When installing gapps is it a MUST to use gapps for 4.1.1 or can I use the ones from 4.2.2? I use Clock Work Recovery Premium but it's not installing google apps with it. It kind of erks me in a way...
So I'm at a complete loss... is it possible to get 4.2 or am I stuck with 4.1?
I'm running a SGH-I747.
Please hit me up asap!
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Ok...you are not ready to do what you are asking. Are you even rooted? If you have no idea then you need to stop because you are not even close to being ready to install custom roms. You need to do some extensive reading. Everything about installing custom roms has been covered beyond extensively on this forum and many others. XDA is not designed to hand you the answers on some quick and easy to use instructions and for good reason. You need to know what you are doing and to do that you need to search and read...a lot. If you have a specific problem that has not been addressed in these forums then we will try to help you but don't expect a step by step walkthrough to your post here.
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This can't be real...
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May82 said:
This can't be real...
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LOL...I am thinking the same thing. Noticed the OP only had 9 posts and figured WTH and answered.
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Ciberious42 said:
Ok so I'm curious of why I'm not able to update from 4.1.1 to 4.2.2 or 4.3. Any time I try to update, it tells me that I'm already up to date. Now I'm wanting the new CyanogenMod, I'm craving it...
When installing gapps is it a MUST to use gapps for 4.1.1 or can I use the ones from 4.2.2? I use Clock Work Recovery Premium but it's not installing google apps with it. It kind of erks me in a way...
So I'm at a complete loss... is it possible to get 4.2 or am I stuck with 4.1?
I'm running a SGH-I747.
Please hit me up asap!
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Oh boy.... where can I start... Welcome!! Now, The reason why you can't update to 4.1.1 to 4.3 is because currently, 4.1.1 is the latest update on your phone. But you should be able to update to 4.1.2... I am guessing you are using an AT&T Samsung Galaxy S3.
In order to get 4.2.2 (or later 4.3), your phone has to be rooted and you need to have a custom recovery (ClockworkMod or TWRP). Rooting basically enables root directories so that you can modify your phone.
Here is a place to get you started.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1739426
Keep in mind that rooting your phone WILL VOID your phone's warranty.
And take a look at this to understand more about rooting or custom recovery:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1728824
Hope that helps!
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Oh boy.... where can I start... Welcome!! Now, The reason why you can't update to 4.1.1 to 4.3 is because currently, 4.1.1 is the latest update on your phone. But you should be able to update to 4.1.2... I am guessing you are using an AT&T Samsung Galaxy S3.
In order to get 4.2.2 (or later 4.3), your phone has to be rooted and you need to have a custom recovery (ClockworkMod or TWRP). Rooting basically enables root directories so that you can modify your phone.
Here is a place to get you started.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1739426
Keep in mind that rooting your phone WILL VOID your phone's warranty.
And take a look at this to understand more about rooting or custom recovery:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1728824
Hope that helps!
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OK...Now for me not to sound totally like an @$$. Welcome!!! These are definitely some of the best places to start but please do not let it be the only ones you look at. Before you plunge in to root and install custom roms please read peoples experiences and issues they have had throughout the various threads. This will aid you in resolving any problems you may have during the processes you are trying and helps you get a better understanding of your phone. Please make sure that prior to trying to root, you look up information about losing and restoring of your IMEI and tripping your flash counter. As stated above, rooting will VOID your warranty so this is done at your own risk. If you follow instructions closely you should not have any major issues.
I'm sorry gentlemen, this was typed so quick I may have sounded ignorant to the "rooting world".
I know how to successfully root and install custom roms, but my question was so distorted and didn't make sense because I had just got off a 17 hour shift.
I am currently running Cyanogenmod 10 on my SGH-I747, with 4.1.1 gapps. I was having an issue installing Cyanogenmod 10.1 because my phone was 4.1.1.(why it wouldn't work) I was trying to question the fact of, is it possible to upgrade to a 4.2.2 rom and keep the latest version of Cyanogenmod?
Just hearing rumors about a 4.2.2 ROM excites me, but it being a ROM in its self, how can I run Cyanogenmod with it?
I love the feel of mod but if 4.2.2 is better, flexible and faster... I would love to have it.
Can anyone point me in the right direction?
Ciberious42 said:
I'm sorry gentlemen, this was typed so quick I may have sounded ignorant to the "rooting world".
I know how to successfully root and install custom roms, but my question was so distorted and didn't make sense because I had just got off a 17 hour shift.
I am currently running Cyanogenmod 10 on my SGH-I747, with 4.1.1 gapps. I was having an issue installing Cyanogenmod 10.1 because my phone was 4.1.1.(why it wouldn't work) I was trying to question the fact of, is it possible to upgrade to a 4.2.2 rom and keep the latest version of Cyanogenmod?
Just hearing rumors about a 4.2.2 ROM excites me, but it being a ROM in its self, how can I run Cyanogenmod with it?
I love the feel of mod but if 4.2.2 is better, flexible and faster... I would love to have it.
Can anyone point me in the right direction?
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I'm still a little confused as to what you are asking. There are several versions of Cyanogenmod. CM 10.0 is a 4.1.2 ROM. CM 10.1.2 is a 4.2.2 ROM.
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Ciberious42 said:
I'm sorry gentlemen, this was typed so quick I may have sounded ignorant to the "rooting world".
I know how to successfully root and install custom roms, but my question was so distorted and didn't make sense because I had just got off a 17 hour shift.
I am currently running Cyanogenmod 10 on my SGH-I747, with 4.1.1 gapps. I was having an issue installing Cyanogenmod 10.1 because my phone was 4.1.1.(why it wouldn't work) I was trying to question the fact of, is it possible to upgrade to a 4.2.2 rom and keep the latest version of Cyanogenmod?
Just hearing rumors about a 4.2.2 ROM excites me, but it being a ROM in its self, how can I run Cyanogenmod with it?
I love the feel of mod but if 4.2.2 is better, flexible and faster... I would love to have it.
Can anyone point me in the right direction?
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I don't really understand what you are trying to say. You can't install CyanogenMod 10.1 at all? What does the error say exactly? Please be a bit more clear so I can help you out
Are you installing the wrong gapps version? If you are flashing Cm10.1 (4.2.2), you need to flash gapps 4.2.2, not gapps 4.1.1.
link: http://wiki.rootzwiki.com/Google_Apps
alltechinside said:
I don't really understand what you are trying to say. You can't install CyanogenMod 10.1 at all? What does the error say exactly? Please be a bit more clear so I can help you out
Are you installing the wrong gapps version? If you are flashing Cm10.1 (4.2.2), you need to flash gapps 4.2.2, not gapps 4.1.1.
link: http://wiki.rootzwiki.com/Google_Apps
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That clarifies everything I needed to know...
I was trying to install 4.1.1 gapps with 10.1 cyan...
Thanks man, I have to try it out!
So I've never rooted a phone before but I want to start.
I bought this old Droid Incredible from ebay and am trying to get basically the most up to date version of Android on it. I'm doing some app development so something that is as up to date as possible is nice.
I've been reading all the different posts and whatnot on how to do this. However it seems that half the links are dead because the posts are 2 years old.
So if anyone can help me with just some steps on how to root my phone and put one of the most updated ROMS on it I would quite appreciate it.
TyeDyeHumps said:
So I've never rooted a phone before but I want to start.
I bought this old Droid Incredible from ebay and am trying to get basically the most up to date version of Android on it. I'm doing some app development so something that is as up to date as possible is nice.
I've been reading all the different posts and whatnot on how to do this. However it seems that half the links are dead because the posts are 2 years old.
So if anyone can help me with just some steps on how to root my phone and put one of the most updated ROMS on it I would quite appreciate it.
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Here's an excellent guide for rooting the Droid Incredible:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1600904
You only need steps 1 through 3 of that guide to get root and be able to flash custom roms, though if you want to go the whole way and disable the secure boot flag on the radio, you can follow the guide to the end, it works.
The latest stock rom is Gingerbread. There are newer custom roms, the newest one being this one, which is kitkat:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2579031
This build of Jelly Bean was pretty good:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2050930
Finally, if you run into dead links in your search for a particular file for the Droid Incredible, scour this site:
http://dinc.does-it.net/
Hope that helps. Have fun!
musical_chairs said:
Here's an excellent guide for rooting the Droid Incredible:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1600904
You only need steps 1 through 3 of that guide to get root and be able to flash custom roms, though if you want to go the whole way and disable the secure boot flag on the radio, you can follow the guide to the end, it works.
The latest stock rom is Gingerbread. There are newer custom roms, the newest one being this one, which is kitkat:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2579031
This build of Jelly Bean was pretty good:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2050930
Finally, if you run into dead links in your search for a particular file for the Droid Incredible, scour this site:
http://dinc.does-it.net/
Hope that helps. Have fun!
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Thanks man! There is just so much going on it was all hard to follow! that last website was awesome too!
Hey guys, I am a complete noob when it comes to this. Last time I installed any recovery or flashed a ROM was on my Nexus 4, years ago. I have found my Samsung Galaxy Pro (10.1") SM-P900 lying around and this thing is still on Android Version 5.0.2.
I'd like to install a recovery, root, and flash a ROM, or an upgraded software version. I'm sorry if that doesnt make sense but I just want this device to start running faster and I'd like to slowly get back to flashing ROMs on it depending on my liking.
Could you guys kindly link me to other threads that deal with my exact problem? Or please let me know here what I can or at least where I can start? Any thread I look for already has people on advanced steps or they're using a different device. ANY help is appreciated. Thank you so much.
Well, you should start here. Lots of reading though!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...-7-1-xsm-t900-unofficial-cyanogenmod-t3524853