This is a recovery flashable, stock boot.img, pulled from freeza's stock rooted rom, located here. It's completely unchanged from stock, I just made it flashable. After flashing, this will set secure storage to "true", in the build.prop. See freeza's thread here, for more info on this.
Use this at your own risk, I assume no responsibility.
MJ4 Kernel: MJ4
MD5: f644d48eb13a17878959199665830d2c
LMMT said:
This is a recovery flashable, stock boot.img, pulled from freeza's stock rooted rom, located here. It's completely unchanged from stock, I just made it flashable. After flashing, this will set secure storage to "true", in the build.prop. See freeza's thread here, for more info on this.
Use this at your own risk, I assume no responsibility.
MD5: f644d48eb13a17878959199665830d2c
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Thank you for this. It's always great having the stock kernel available.
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blackcanopy said:
Thank you for this. It's always great having the stock kernel available.
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You're welcome. I just realized this hasn't already been done by one of the forums "heavy hitters". I flashed it about a jillion times on my phone, without any problems.
Good job,keep up the good work
Thanks LMMT. ..This was much needed.
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Thanks LMMT. ..This was much needed.
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Cool, glad it's helpful.
I hate to ask but I haven't seen one around. Is there a stock kernel that doesn't have storage_secure set to true? I flashed this and checked build prop and it says false but I couldn't delete or move anything. The reason I ask is I get constant reboots on any beast mode kernel I've tried and whenever I restore a back up I lose the ability to change anything on system or sdcard. This happens on any TW rom I use and using both cwm or twrp recoveries.
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I hate to ask but I haven't seen one around. Is there a stock kernel that doesn't have storage_secure set to true? I flashed this and checked build prop and it says false but I couldn't delete or move anything. The reason I ask is I get constant reboots on any beast mode kernel I've tried and whenever I restore a back up I lose the ability to change anything on system or sdcard. This happens on any TW rom I use and using both cwm or twrp recoveries.
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Sorry it took so long to get back to you. Can you provide a brief summary of what you've flashed, recently. Were you ever on 4.4? How about AOSP?
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Sorry it took so long to get back to you. Can you provide a brief summary of what you've flashed, recently. Were you ever on 4.4? How about AOSP?
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I was on beanstalk/ aosp. But this happens even if I go from toxic Swamp to odexed blue. My aosp backups run fine on a restore. It's just TW roms running the stock kernel. Seeing as beast mode is the only aftermarket kernel I don't have any other choices.
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fredgar75 said:
I was on beanstalk/ aosp. But this happens even if I go from toxic Swamp to odexed blue. My aosp backups run fine on a restore. It's just TW roms running the stock kernel. Seeing as beast mode is the only aftermarket kernel I don't have any other choices.
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I don't have any personal experience with this, but I've read, the only fix for some, has been a complete wipe, including internal storage. Follow up with PC Odin-ing the TW tar. I assume you are trying to stay on MJ4?
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I don't have any personal experience with this, but I've read, the only fix for some, has been a complete wipe, including internal storage. Follow up with PC Odin-ing the TW tar. I assume you are trying to stay on MJ4?
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I can fix it by flashing beast mode or doing a full wipe and re flash. I was just hoping there was a stock kernel with the storage unlocked that I could flash. Even a dirty flash of the rom doesn't fix it. Not a big deal, I'll just have to get over my flashaholism. Lol
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Is there a nc5 hot spot mod
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Is there a nc5 hot spot mod
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Follow the link in this post, it's on JoshBeach's site: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=50955509
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Related
So I rooted my S4 and all was good (Not my first rodeo)
I was running a Stock Deodexed ROM and I flashed a mod to change the toggles to blue. Still... all was good, but
then I decided to start fresh and clean up a bit. So I formated the device, wiped caches, data reset, yadda ya...
Flashed a different Stock Deodex and everything still seemed fine. I tried flashing the blue toggle mod and then got stuck on boot. Pulled battery and still nothing. Wiped all data again and flashed the ROM again without doing the toggle mod. Ever since then, no matter what ROM I'm on or have any mods, if I reboot I get stuck at boot screen. The only way to get past this is to wipe EVERYTHING again and start over. However... Hot/Quick/Shell reboot doesn't lock up on me.
So basically I'm at a point with my S4 that makes it impossible to flash anything and be able to boot. I even have to wipe everything before I can do a successful restore.
I'm using TWRP 2.5.0.2 and currently on my latest backup of cleanrom 1.3
Any ideas are greatly appreciated and welcomed. Thanks community!
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Not sure but twrp has been giving some people issues. Try oudhs cwm.
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BladeRunner said:
Not sure but twrp has been giving some people issues. Try oudhs cwm.
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I'd love too, but idk how to go about replacing a recovery. Do you push it with Odin or something? Where can I get it?
Thanks for your reply. Good to know I'm not the only one, but that still sucks for all of us. Lol
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dopediculous said:
I'd love too, but idk how to go about replacing a recovery. Do you push it with Odin or something? Where can I get it?
Thanks for your reply. Good to know I'm not the only one, but that still sucks for all of us. Lol
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I had your issue happen to me last week. I tried everything to fix it and nothing worked. I ended up flashing back to stock. Started flashing again using TWRP with no problems.
Here is where I got info to go back to stock. Go to android development and scroll down to (Guide) No-wipe factory image by open1your1eyes and follow as instructed. Happy flashing bud!
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So, "unroot" then re root?
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dopediculous said:
So, "unroot" then re root?
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It worked for me. I just edited my last post. Check it out.
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dopediculous said:
I'd love too, but idk how to go about replacing a recovery. Do you push it with Odin or something? Where can I get it?
Thanks for your reply. Good to know I'm not the only one, but that still sucks for all of us. Lol
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flashable zip here; http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2291976
just put on your SD card and flash with your current TWRP
or you can install it with this utility; http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2301720
Whelp... I got that other recovery on there, but now I can't boot or anything. No ROM works
I think I tried everything, but it looks like I'll need to get Odin involved and go from there. Its too bad that the cwm recovery can't restore a twrp backup. This sucks. Ugh. First world problems... Anyone got a link for the stock image or whatever I need to push via Odin? Ideas?
Thanks again for your help guys. I do appreciate it and know I'll get up and running again soon.
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dopediculous said:
Whelp... I got that other recovery on there, but now I can't boot or anything. No ROM works
I think I tried everything, but it looks like I'll need to get Odin involved and go from there. Its too bad that the cwm recovery can't restore a twrp backup. This sucks. Ugh. First world problems... Anyone got a link for the stock image or whatever I need to push via Odin? Ideas?
Thanks again for your help guys. I do appreciate it and know I'll get up and running again soon.
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http://www.247xtreme.com/S4/
From DarkMenace's signature, quite a nice resource he has composed. I ran into a similar situation with TWRP and ClearnRom 1.3 last night, ended up using Odin to push the "SCH-I545_MDK_562219_Stock_Restore.tar.md5.gz" in that link. Went back to bone stock, but it's nice to know there is a fallback incase something ever goes awry.
Hethor said:
http://www.247xtreme.com/S4/
From DarkMenace's signature, quite a nice resource he has composed. I ran into a similar situation with TWRP and ClearnRom 1.3 last night, ended up using Odin to push the "SCH-I545_MDK_562219_Stock_Restore.tar.md5.gz" in that link. Went back to bone stock, but it's nice to know there is a fallback incase something ever goes awry.
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Bro. Thank you! This reminds me of the good ol' fascinate. Lol
So will this take away root too?
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dopediculous said:
Bro. Thank you! This reminds me of the good ol' fascinate. Lol
So will this take away root too?
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Yes, but there are root files there also.
So then what? Or do I just use Odin to do the whole kernel flashing thing again to gain root? Sorry to sound so noobish, just don't wanna go through this again. Lol
Should I just maybe try that VRUAMDK no wipe .tar?
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dopediculous said:
So then what? Or do I just use Odin to do the whole kernel flashing thing again to gain root? Sorry to sound so noobish, just don't wanna go through this again. Lol
Should I just maybe try that VRUAMDK no wipe .tar?
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You use Odin. You can use either file.
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Yeah I know I use Odin. I guess I should have worded that better.
If I push the .tar you mentioned, I lose root, but some root files will still be there. So my question is... What files and what can I do with them? Or do I just start the whole root process over again as in the first place with those two modified kernels?
The other "no data wipe .tar" file you push with Odin as well, but would you retain root? If so... I would prefer the no wipe .tar, but you know better than me and I greatly appreciate your help and guidance. If the first .tar file is the better way to go and start all over, that's what I'll do. Its almost done downloading anyways, but was just curious about the no wipe and if ya knew anything more about it. I owe you man!
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Both files will remove root. You would need to reflash with the kernel files.
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Cook thank you again! El fiñ
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This is a Stock Root Flashable Version Of the newest JellyBean 4.2.2 I545VRUAME7
Requirements: You must have a LOKI recovery installed. easiest way todo this is download the goo manager app in the play store and use the install recovery script in the settings menu
Features:
Rooted
insecure boot.img
BusyBox
Zipaligned
Deodexed
Removed Cd installer
Init.d support
Bash
Nano
adb as root
Odex Download:
md5: a53a59ae4f8b6777f1c0b88a1d84c920
DeOdex Download: uploading
md5:
Disclaimer: no apks have been edited this is a full stock rom that you would expect to get from verizon
If You use this as a Base For your rom please give credit where it is due, other than that feel free to use this as u see fit. thanks guys
Thanks to:
djrbliss - for the loki method
Dsixda - for the kitchen used to deodex
ChainFire - for superSU
JoderMe- for the New Tar aka Update
no current way of upgrading firmware yet stay on dk base until there is
reserved yet again
so this is like updating to the new OTA, but it keeps root correct?
and all the bloat just like mine currently is?
i only rooted last night, but didnt ROM yet, was considering which way to go.
Ill give it a go.....
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naturalstamina said:
so this is like updating to the new OTA, but it keeps root correct?
and all the bloat just like mine currently is?
i only rooted last night, but didnt ROM yet, was considering which way to go.
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Correct but the ota also included things like new firmware, radio, etc.... I think Beans is in the process of packaging these for us as well.
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naturalstamina said:
so this is like updating to the new OTA, but it keeps root correct?
and all the bloat just like mine currently is?
i only rooted last night, but didnt ROM yet, was considering which way to go.
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If u read the OP he says its rooted
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mademan420 said:
Correct but the ota also included things like new firmware, radio, etc.... I think Beans is in the process of packaging these for us as well.
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Thanks, I will wait for firmware, radio update. Although I do not have issues with reception where i am yet.
did they post a changelog yet for this? i know it has that knox crap and apps to sd.
Awesome can't wait to try!
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When I flash this ROM can I downgrade back to original rooted rom if I need to without losing root?
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I'm always amazed/impressed how quickly the android community gets to work on these things.
naturalstamina said:
so this is like updating to the new OTA, but it keeps root correct?
and all the bloat just like mine currently is?
i only rooted last night, but didnt ROM yet, was considering which way to go.
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yes, correct it will keep root and keep the aboot on the vulnerable one compatible with loki'd kernels and recoverys
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Thanks, I will wait for firmware, radio update. Although I do not have issues with reception where i am yet.
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u still will need to flash the firmware because of dependencys without it wifi and camera wont work
jayochs said:
did they post a changelog yet for this? i know it has that knox crap and apps to sd.
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not that i know of
yubby said:
When I flash this ROM can I downgrade back to original rooted rom if I need to without losing root?
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yes, just never ever take an ota update
uploading now sorry for the delay had too make sure the firmware package fixed everything
So flash this and then flash the firmware package?
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So flash this and then flash the firmware package?
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It should be all in one once he uploads the rom.
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Does this update include the unlock of AWS bands that Verizon said would come? Thanks
What's the add-on package for?
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any official changelog
I have the utmost respect for you beans, but it drives me crazy when you start a thread hours before your dl links go live
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any way to find out specifics of the firmware updates and changes?
Does it matter if i flash this before going to another ROM, or does the ROM just wipe everything?
O.k. guys here it is.
A fully deodexed slimmed down version of the latest VRUAME7 pre-rooted and everything working.
http://www.droidrzr.com/index.php/t...sg4-vruame7-stock-deodexed-come-and-get-some/
Check original post, we have fixed the PIP Camera issue as well as the SmartScroll issues:
http://www.droidrzr.com/index.php/t...sg4-vruame7-stock-deodexed-come-and-get-some/
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O.k. guys here it is.
A fully deodexed slimmed down version of the latest VRUAME7 pre-rooted and everything working.
http://www.droidrzr.com/index.php/t...sg4-vruame7-stock-deodexed-come-and-get-some/
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Awesome...
Wow, thanks for this!!!!! Going to flash asap
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I might give this a shot in a little while (need to charge the battery on my phone first).
I was wondering though does this rom trip the binary flash counter?
scottusa2008 said:
I might give this a shot in a little while (need to charge the battery on my phone first).
I was wondering though does this rom trip the binary flash counter?
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Negative. It does not trip it and you can always go back to VRUAMDK, etc.. etc..
Ok, thanks for the info.
I am going to transfer the rom to my SD card and make a backup of what I have first. Thanks for the work on the ME7 flashable update
I'm running it now and it's great! Running with KT kernel 7-7
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nazzo123 said:
I'm running it now and it's great! Running with KT kernel 7-7
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With the update does using ktoon's kernel now NOT break smart stay?
Does it hurt anything to double flash a modem? I have already updated. (At one time it was bad juju to double flash an HTC radio.)
brizey said:
Does it hurt anything to double flash a modem? I have already updated. (At one time it was bad juju to double flash an HTC radio.)
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No
nazzo123 said:
I'm running it now and it's great! Running with KT kernel 7-7
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Great news Glad to hear that..
brizey said:
Does it hurt anything to double flash a modem? I have already updated. (At one time it was bad juju to double flash an HTC radio.)
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Can confirm also it doesn't hurt at all. I was using the new ME7 modem.bin under the MDK firmware.
Also I just got done flashing the rom and it looks like all worked perfectly. Just need to restore a bunch of applications and stuff (using nandroid backup pro to get that done)
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With the update does using ktoon's kernel now NOT break smart stay?
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You can try my kernel out. Everything functions including smart stay and smart scroll and all that. Here is the thread. Make sure you grab the TW one. http://www.droidforums.net/forum/samsung-galaxy-s4-roms/248964-project-elite-elite-kernel.html
Can I install this just to get the modem and firmware or what not then reflash other rom?
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dadsterflip said:
Can I install this just to get the modem and firmware or what not then reflash other rom?
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Absolutely..
Is the wipe factory reset necessary? Was going to flash this on top of stock tw rooted deodex but my wife don't want to reinstall her apps.. kinda like no wipe flash?
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Does this update the camera firmware like the ota does? I'm wondering how you kept wifi and camera working.... Or is it still the old camera firmware. I don't need a detailed replay but I am very curious.
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paulg1981 said:
With the update does using ktoon's kernel now NOT break smart stay?
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Just tried it while on FACEBOOK so yeah I guess
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does this have the samsung stock apps??...I have looked in the app store and sometimes they do not have the samsung apps that come stock on the phone
All I want to know, does apps to sd work?
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I was asked to make this one-click to help simplify the process of flashing the new NAB Engineering Bootloader for our Note 3 users. A huge thanks to @freeza for posting it the original Bootloader TAR!
For more information on what the Bootloader is and isn't please visit his thread here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2655674.
I do not own a Note 3 so I have not been able to test this as I would normally prefer to do before releasing. I do however feel comfortable that it should work as designed.
Before proceeding please verify that you are already on either the NAB or NABD builds. If you are, feel free to proceed.
If you are not DO NOT proceed, you will brick your device.
Instructions:
1: Download the NAB Engineering or Stock Bootloader One-Click.
"SM-N900P NAB Engineering Bootloader.exe"
"SM-N900P_NAB_Stock_Bootloader.exe"
2: Start the Odin One-Click.
Navigate to the location where the Bootloader.exe was saved.
Double-click on Bootloader.exe". *On Vista or newer, you may need to right-click on the file and Run as Administrator.
3: Place phone in Download Mode.
- Power phone completely off.
- Press and hold Volume Down, Home and Power buttons, all at the same time.
- Release the buttons only when the ‘Warning!!’ message appears.
- Press [Volume Up] to enter Download mode.
4: Connect USB cable to PC and phone.
Odin should show a yellow COM port in the second column. If you do not see a yellow COM port, you may need to run the Odin One-Click as Administrator and/or unplug/plugin the USB cable after starting Odin One-Click.
5: Start Odin flash process.
Press [Start].
6: Complete - PASS!
Status should change to green PASS! At this point your phone should automatically reboot.
Enjoy!
XDA:DevDB Information
[ODIN]SM-N900P NAB Bootloaders (Stock & Engineering)(One-Clicks) , ROM for the Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3
Contributors
rwilco12
ROM OS Version: 4.4.x KitKat
Version Information
Status: Stable
Created 2015-02-12
Last Updated 2015-02-12
Download Link: http://www.rwilco12.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=97
Great work
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Great work roy
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pbedard said:
What's the difference ?? Downgrade??
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You can find the information you are looking for here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2655674
@rwilco12 Do you think you can also release the official non-engineering edition bootloader tar for us to flash? I'm currently on the engineering edition but all those lines at boot are kind of tripping my OCD.
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optimummind said:
@rwilco12 Do you think you can also release the official non-engineering edition bootloader tar for us to flash? I'm currently on the engineering edition but all those lines at boot are kind of tripping my OCD.
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Sending you a PM now.
This worked great man thanx
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OP updated with a link for the stock NAB bootloader! Thanks to @micmars and @optimummind for testing!
rwilco12 said:
OP updated with a link for the stock NAB bootloader! Thanks to @micmars and @optimummind for testing!
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Tested & all is good~!! Thank you again~!!
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optimummind said:
Tested & all is good~!! Thank you again~!!
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Boy this is why I love choices. I prefer the engineering/open bootloader, others prefer stock. Having both is an excellent thing indeed.
Glad we have this, that you requested it, and that Rwilco12 published it.
Everyone benefits.
More cowbell.
I bet a dime.
Triband cubed.
Lol®
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sweet, thanks!
what's the difference between engineering and stock?
HELP!
As usual these things never work for me. I followed all the steps in the OP and my phone stock in a Bootloop. So I tried running Freeza's stock tar, and now I see all the code stuff on my screen right above the "Samsung Galaxy Note 3" screen. But my phone is still in a Bootloop. Can anybody point me in the right direction to fix this?
Thanks
shaun0207 said:
As usual these things never work for me. I followed all the steps in the OP and my phone stock in a Bootloop. So I tried running Freeza's stock tar, and now I see all the code stuff on my screen right above the "Samsung Galaxy Note 3" screen. But my phone is still in a Bootloop. Can anybody point me in the right direction to fix this?
Thanks
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Were you already on a KK build? The OP has it in RED text that you already had to be on a KK build for this to work. That's the only thing j can think of.
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SantinoInc said:
Were you already on a KK build? The OP has it in RED text that you already had to be on a KK build for this to work. That's the only thing j can think of.
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Damn it. That's it. That's what's wrong. My non-reading ass. Sh**. Is there anyway to flash the Full Stock ROM thru ODIN and then Root again?
shaun0207 said:
Damn it. That's it. That's what's wrong. My non-reading ass. Sh**. Is there anyway to flash the Full Stock ROM thru ODIN and then Root again?
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Damn man, IDK. I would PM the OP or Freeza. My personal guess would be to flash the official KK tar in Odin (the one that Freeza posted.) However, IDK if that will work. You need some advice from someone who actually knows what they're doing.
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SantinoInc said:
Damn man, IDK. I would PM the OP or Freeza. My personal guess would be to flash the official KK tar in Odin (the one that Freeza posted.) However, IDK if that will work. You need some advice from someone who actually knows what they're doing.
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Thanks,. Gonna try and PM him now
I fixed it!
SantinoInc said:
Damn man, IDK. I would PM the OP or Freeza. My personal guess would be to flash the official KK tar in Odin (the one that Freeza posted.) However, IDK if that will work. You need some advice from someone who actually knows what they're doing.
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Hadnt heard back from Freeza yet so, I flashed his stock tar (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2655883) and it restored my phone and updated it to KitKat. All of my apps and things are here but I'm not rooted. So, going to do that now
shaun0207 said:
Hadnt heard back from Freeza yet so, I flashed his stock tar (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2655883) and it restored my phone and updated it to KitKat. All of my apps and things are here but I'm not rooted. So, going to do that now
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Cool, happy that worked. The way I gained root was by flashing Phil's CWM in Odin then entering recovery. Once in recovery there is an option to check for root. It will prompt you to reboot and when your up and running go to the Play Store and D/L SuperSU. That's what I did at least.
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SantinoInc said:
Cool, happy that worked. The way I gained root was by flashing Phil's CWM in Odin then entering recovery. Once in recovery there is an option to check for root. It will prompt you to reboot and when your up and running go to the Play Store and D/L SuperSU. That's what I did at least.
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Yes. Just flash superuser in recovery (i prefer twrp) and you will be all set. Open it once booted and disable Knox
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i think i'll be getting a new s4 through insurance.. are all the firmwares etc rootable/hackable these days? i got my s4 right when it came out so i was able to get twrp on it, now i hear its all about safe strap? i want to flash a AOSP rom when i get it, liquid smooth to be exact... think i'll have any issues?
stackz07 said:
i think i'll be getting a new s4 through insurance.. are all the firmwares etc rootable/hackable these days? i got my s4 right when it came out so i was able to get twrp on it, now i hear its all about safe strap? i want to flash a AOSP rom when i get it, liquid smooth to be exact... think i'll have any issues?
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Check this thread out. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2606501
riker147 said:
Check this thread out. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2606501
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701330
can you please take a look at this for me? i really don't want to ditch my twrp based recovery s4.
stackz07 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701330
can you please take a look at this for me? i really don't want to ditch my twrp based recovery s4.
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I've taken a look at it...what's your question? Back to your original question....if you get a replacement S4 you're most likely going to get one with the latest firmware and a lock bootloader. The MDK bootloader, the original bootloader that came with the S4 when released, is the only bootloader that can be unlocked (loki) which mean the only bootloader that will allow you to put a custom recovery (TWRP or PhilZ) on the phone. Unless you have an MDK bootloader the only way to flash a ROM is with Safestrap and it has to be a TW based ROM.
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i think i'll be getting a new s4 through insurance.. are all the firmwares etc rootable/hackable these days? i got my s4 right when it came out so i was able to get twrp on it, now i hear its all about safe strap? i want to flash a AOSP rom when i get it, liquid smooth to be exact... think i'll have any issues?
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I've also looked at your other question.... JP already said what's gonna happen if you get q new one through insurance.
Have you tried the full wipe in Odin?? One of Odin files on here is the no wipe. I'd try that before you give up your mdk s4. Or at least Go on swappa and scoop a mdk s4... unless you want to just run TW ROMs ?!?!
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Try this one...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2289325
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stackz07 said:
i think i'll be getting a new s4 through insurance.. are all the firmwares etc rootable/hackable these days? i got my s4 right when it came out so i was able to get twrp on it, now i hear its all about safe strap? i want to flash a AOSP rom when i get it, liquid smooth to be exact... think i'll have any issues?
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+1 on what Mistertac just said. I've got a question for you...if your S4 still works, how/why does an insurance replacement work? I guess it's not any of my business, but I was just wondering how you get an insurance replacement if the phone is still operational.
Mistertac said:
I've also looked at your other question.... JP already said what's gonna happen if you get q new one through insurance.
Have you tried the full wipe in Odin?? One of Odin files on here is the no wipe. I'd try that before you give up your mdk s4. Or at least Go on swappa and scoop a mdk s4... unless you want to just run TW ROMs ?!?!
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Try this one...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2289325
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I am running LiquidSmooth 4.4 beta. should i just follow each step from the beginning at this link here? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2290798
or should i just reflash kernal and custom recovery only?
stackz07 said:
I am running LiquidSmooth 4.4 beta. should i just follow each step from the beginning at this link here? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2290798
or should i just reflash kernal and custom recovery only?
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That link Is to root an MDK s4... yet your running Liquid Smooth? Sorry man I'm not following... Jog my memory lol
If you want a fresh start then sure after you Odin back mdk then root it using that link, then install whatever recovery you want. Starting fresh is a good thing sometimes.
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That link Is to root an MDK s4... yet your running Liquid Smooth? Sorry man I'm not following... Jog my memory lol
If you want a fresh start then sure after you Odin back mdk then root it using that link, then install whatever recovery you want. Starting fresh is a good thing sometimes.
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Lol. Sorry! Yes, I am having some weird problems with my custom rom flashes so i want to start fresh and wipe everything with odin then re-flash liquidsmooth. So I am thinking I can skip the "rooting" how to and just go to flashing kernal, then reflash custom recovery? And if so will that cover everything for a "odin re-flash"?
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Lol. Sorry! Yes, I am having some weird problems with my custom rom flashes so i want to start fresh and wipe everything with odin then re-flash liquidsmooth. So I am thinking I can skip the "rooting" how to and just go to flashing kernal, then reflash custom recovery? And if so will that cover everything for a "odin re-flash"?
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Umm well you need to do things in a certain order.. Flash MDK stock firmware in Odin.
Then root it with that link you provided earlier.
Then install a custom recovery of your choice using say Goo Manager or Flashify.
Then your good to go and can flash whatever rom you want again.
Those are the steps you're going to have to take... No skipping any
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Can I ask what weird problems with your rom flashes you're having? May be an easier way for you... maybe just update your recovery.
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stackz07 said:
i think i'll be getting a new s4 through insurance.. are all the firmwares etc rootable/hackable these days? i got my s4 right when it came out so i was able to get twrp on it, now i hear its all about safe strap? i want to flash a AOSP rom when i get it, liquid smooth to be exact... think i'll have any issues?
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Most likely no....to asop and cm based roms. ..research a bit.
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I'm reading all of these comments and I haven't seen a key word that will be in the new firmware, "KNOX". Have y'all thought about that little issue?
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Realistically I don't think anyone on a Verizon s4 has forgot about good ol Knox lol
Although this thread here has jumped around a bit so... I think now the op has just used Odin to flash MDK and start fresh... So no Knox/locked down deal there..
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I have the new firmware and I just used the saferoot method, used Titanium backup to freeze everything from KNOX, then downloaded TWRP. I strayed from TW for a bit and set KNOX to 0x1 lol
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Mistertac said:
[/COLOR]Can I ask what weird problems with your rom flashes you're having? May be an easier way for you... maybe just update your recovery.
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I have been getting boot hangs. Where it will just hang at the samsung custom unlocked icon screen. Then I'll pull battery and when I get it to boot it lost 90% of the free space with zero files to show for accounting for this hogging of available memory. My theory is that when it boot hangs in writing some temp files or something and then I battery pull (after 20 minutes sometimes) and then it does finally boot and majority of my previous free space is now gone.
Any ideas?
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I have the new firmware and I just used the saferoot method, used Titanium backup to freeze everything from KNOX, then downloaded TWRP. I strayed from TW for a bit and set KNOX to 0x1 lol
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You're not on the I545, so your bootloader wasn't locked.
I'd say definitely use Odin to wipe that phone clean and start new. Although I've used Tri Angle Away on my MDK S4 to get rid of that custom screen. That's an option for MDK users.
Up to you rally.
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Mistertac said:
I'd say definitely use Odin to wipe that phone clean and start new. Although I've used Tri Angle Away on my MDK S4 to get rid of that custom screen. That's an option for MDK users.
Up to you rally.
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So do i Just start at number 3, where i flash the kernal, and then recovery? or do i start from number one and "re-root"?
stackz07 said:
So do i Just start at number 3, where i flash the kernal, and then recovery? or do i start from number one and "re-root"?
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Just to be clear... Your still on your MDK s4 right? Never got the new one through insurance?
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Mistertac said:
Just to be clear... Your still on your MDK s4 right? Never got the new one through insurance?
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Correct.