Showing posts with label Root. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Root. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Root Verizon Galaxy S3 with GS3 Debugfs Root


No Flashing Needed to Root Verizon Galaxy S3: New Method

Verizon Galaxy S3 is surely a perfect handset to take up the slick and sophisticated technology at hand. Many rooting methods have been invented earlier but there used to be some issues. Thus XDA developer Noxious Ninja came up with a simple rooting method for S3 without ODIN. But firstly we would like to put forward some advantages of rooting an Android phone. Just go through the advantages and you will realize why we give so much press on rooting.
  • After you root an android phone you will gain access to the internal file system and thus making potent changes in them or accessing them will be very much possible.
  • Yes, for all those who love speeding up the operating system, rooting Android brings in benefit by way of performance and speed enhancement.
  • Sometimes, you may feel quite irritated with the unwanted default apps which the manufacturers or Google packs in without an uninstall button. But since it is something that the administrator has provided you, nothing can be done. But rooting helps you in removing the unwanted default apps and that too with a very simple method.
  • Since rooting makes the Android free, you can now update the phone with upgrades and custom ROMs. You don’t need the permission of the manufacturer for this.
  • New kernel installation can also be taken up and this would surely thrill you up.
  • You can enhance the visual experience of the phone after rooting.
  • Reports say it helps in reducing the battery usage of Android phones.
  • There are many such apps that work on rooted phones only. Yes, after rooting the device, you can seek access to such apps.

Root Galaxy Tab Plus P6200 on ICS 4.0.4


Procedure to Root Samsung Galaxy Tab Plus P6200 on Ice Cream Sandwich

Yesterday we showed you the tutorial as to how you can install Jelly Bean on Galaxy Tab Plus P6200. Today we will show you the tutorial as to how you can root Galaxy Tab Plus P6200 on ICS. But for many people rooting may be something that is not required. For them, we would like to explain the importance of rooting an Android phone or tablet. But again, we would also like to say that rooting would take away the warranties and thus you must do it only if you are ready for this minor risk.
After you root your Android phone, you will now be able to remove and modify the pre-installed Apps and installations. Just like in Windows one can have an administrator account, in Linux the administrator is called as root. Thus in an Android phone you will come across the word rooting the android phone. It means, getting access to the higher level (administrative level) permissions. Since Android is Linux, with rooting, there is Super user access to this particular operating system.
It is important to note that rooting the Android device makes the warranty of the device void. But still, developers and tech savvy people are quite a lot excited and thrilled with this procedure as it helps them to attain complete access to the operating system of the device. At one side there is a risk of bricking the phone when you root it, but if you follow the proper instructions and procedures from a legitimate site like www.androidust.com then the chances of such things reduce and the benefits would surely outsmart the risk, by way of features enhancement and other advantage or rooting.
But just like every coin has two sides, you may face some problems too. There are some advantages of rooting as well as disadvantages. But you should be a tech savvy person to find solution of the same. Rooting is something that may expose you to an internal file and the file may be dangerous or malicious. This is one of the drawbacks of the rooting procedure.
To summarize all the above, you can say that, rooting helps you to gain root access to the android operating system in the phone and grants “Superuser” access to the system.
We hope now you have enough idea as to what rooting is. Now let us move back to the main topic and that isrooting Galaxy Tab Plus P6200 on ICS. But before that kindly read the disclaimer.
Disclaimer: Rooting Galaxy Tab Plus P6200 on ICS 4.0.4 or for that matter rooting any other Android device can damage the device, lead to loss of warranties or data. You need to be careful while rooting the phone. If at all you root the Android you must do it at your risk.
We have researched this tutorial from reputed XDA forum. We are thankful to the developer who has provided this amazing guide.

Root Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7/7.0 Plus on Android 4.0.4 ICS

  1. The very first thing you need to do is download these two files: CWM.zip and root.zip.
  2. Put these two files on SD card.
  3. Reboot the device to recovery.
  4. Choose apply update from external storage.
  5. Now, you must choose CWM.zip and wait until CWM recovery appears.
  6. As soon as CWM recovery appears you must navigate the options on the screen. It is important to note that this CWM Recovery is only on the temporary basis.
  7. Choose Install zip from SD card.
  8. Choose zip from SD card.
  9. Choose Root.zip.
  10. Press Yes and install root.zip.
  11. Choose reboot system now.
  12. You have rooted the device with super user app. But the CWM recovery is temporary. If you don’t need CWM recovery you can stop it.
  13. Once you reboot the device, you are done.
It is really so simple and thanks to XDA developer to make it so simple. You can go through the source link as given below for further info.

Root Sony Xperia P on Ice Cream Sandwich


Method to Root Xperia P on ICS

Some days back we had provided you information as to how you can install ICS on Xperia P. However, if you have got your memories faded on that, here’s the procedure that we had provided in this link:http://www.androidust.com/install-android-4-0-ics-on-xperia-p/
  1. The very first step you must go for is open Sony Mobile.com and after that Xperia P tab.
  2. Depending on the browser you use you must check out what updates are available.
  3. Now if you have a PC or Mac, connect your phone to that device. With this there would be phone identification and the search for new software would begin.
  4. Once the software is traced and located you will get more information on that particular new update or new software.
  5. Now, click on Update and with this the process will get started. But just see to it that the connection between the phone and PC or Mac still remains.
  6. When the update process gets finished you must disconnect Xperia P from Mac or PC.
  7. You may experience localized updating and this may take a few minutes.
  8. Now the device will get rebooted.
  9. That’s it. You can now use Xperia P with the update. But kindly follow the procedure at your risk.
There are many people who might have installed ICS on Xperia P, but they might not have rooted their Android phones. In that case, we would like to provide you instructions to root Sony Xperia P on ICS. We give credit for this method to XDA senior member royalbloodvi who have opened the way to install Google Now on Xperia P with ICS. This is because for installing Google Now on ICS you need the rooted phone. You will be able to enjoy Google Now on rooted Xperia P with ICS.
Here are the step by step instructions to root Sony Xperia P on ICS. But kindly read the disclaimer first.
Disclaimer: Rooting an Android phone can be a bit risky. This is because you will lose the warranty. Also, there are rare chances of data loss and/or phone bricking. Thus we suggest that if at all you wish to do it, you must have enough technical exposure. Do it at your risk.

How to Root Xperia P on Ice Cream Sandwich

  1. The very first thing that the developer suggests is to download .tft file from this link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show…1838457&page=3.
  2. After that you need to alter .tft to .zip & extract just kernel.sin, you will need this to get back to stock ICS kernel later on.
  3. Now, moving ahead from here, you must enter Fastboot mode.
  4. In Fastboot flash the kernel from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show….php?t=1676862.
  5. Once you are done with that you cant into CWM .
  6. Download the SuperUser zip file located here: http://androidsu.com/superuser/ & choose the ARM device type.
  7. Put this Superuser zip file to SD card.
  8. Flash Super User and after that turn off the phone.
  9. Now, again you have to go to Fastboot mode and flash the stock kernel.sin that you extracted from the .tft file.
  10. That’s it; you have rooted Xperia P on ICS.
Enjoy unlimited benefits of a rooted phone now. Do let us know how you found this post.

Sunday, August 12, 2012

Root Samsung Galaxy Pocket S5300 with Simple Steps


Samsung Galaxy Pocket S5300 is a new Android Smart phone. This phone is considered as an entry level phone but the features that it shows are truly the one that would not make you believe that it’s an entry level phone. Just like Galaxy Mini, Samsung Galaxy Pocket created a fan base or user base for itself. In fact, in the Android market, this phone is considered as even below the Galaxy Mini 2. But that should not make you feel down. Good thing is, even though it bears an affordable price tag, it is loaded with some really good features and specs. Be it the design or the look, it truly is an attractive Android handset.
Just think, how thrilling it would be, if you get a chance to have an open operating system for this. Yes, you can root Samsung Galaxy Pocket S5300 and this would surely open up much more benefits. Here are some of the advantages of rooting an Android phone that will help newbie to take the decision as to whether it would be apt to root Galaxy Pocket or not.
Benefits of rooting Samsung Galaxy Pocket
After you root this phone you will gain access to the internal file system and thus making potent changes in them or accessing them will be very much possible.
Yes, for all those who love speeding up the operating system, rooting the phone brings in benefit by way of performance and speed enhancement.
Sometimes, you may feel quite irritated with the unwanted default apps which the manufacturers packs in without an uninstall button. But since it is something that the administrator has provided you, nothing can be done. But rooting helps you in removing the unwanted default apps and that too with a very simple method.
Since rooting makes the Android free, you can now update the phone with upgrades and custom ROMs. You don’t need the permission of the manufacturer for this.
New kernel installation can also be taken up and this would surely thrill you up.
You can enhance the visual experience of the phone after rooting.
There are many such apps that work on rooted phones only. Yes, after rooting the device, you can seek access to such apps.
Now, since you are aware of the facts of rooting here is the procedure given to root Samsung Galaxy Pocket S5300. But before that, please go through the disclaimer.
Disclaimer: Rooting Galaxy Pocket is risky by way of loss of warranty post rooting and also the small risk of data loss or phone damage. You should be aware of such risks which are quite common with rooting. Kindly note that, you must take up this procedure at your own risk. We shall not be responsible for anything that may go wrong with your handset.
Rooting Galaxy S5300
It is recommended that before you actually begin rooting the android, you must charge your phone to the extent of 60-80 percent. If you can make the battery fully charged, then there is nothing better than that.
Take back up of the phone data, contacts, settings etc.
Now download this link: update.zip
Copy this zip file to SDcard
Switch off galaxy pocket
Get into the recovery mode. You can do this by pressing these three buttons together: volume up + home + power.
Choose apply update from sd card.
You can use volume and home button for navigation.
Choose update.zip now.
Go back to the main menu and choose reboot now.
This will root your Samsung Galaxy Pocket.
Note: For unrooting download unroot.zip and install via recovery mode. 
Congrats, you are done.
Root Android
You will now be able to get access to the following:
Super User App: Super User App or SU gets installed on an automatic basis as soon as the phone is rooted. In fact, when you wish to check out that the rooting procedure was successful or not, the same can be checked by checking the SU. This is the main app that helps in managing the permission to other apps.
Titanium Backup: This app helps in taking a back up of the applications as well as the data of the same.
Root Explorer: With root explorer app, you can make changes in the internal files of the operating system.
App Manager: This is also an important utility for back up of applications and the data therein. It has some amazing features that will surely come up to your resort.
ROM Manager: You will have to double-check this, that post rooting whether your android phone is supporting this app or not. This is because some phones do not support it. But in the cases where it does, this installation helps in management of the custom ROMs.
SETCPU: This app should accompany some important kernels without which this app does not work. It helps in overclocking the phone.
Barnacle Wi-Fi tether: This app helps in sharing the internet connection.
Update: If you are interested in installing Jelly Bean’s Google Now on Galaxy Pocket then visit this:http://www.androidust.com/install-google-now-on-samsung-galaxy-pocket-with-ics/