Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930P) Root & Xposed Framework install Without Voiding Warranty
Edge support and Pit problem addressed.
WARNING!!!!!!! Many users reporting problems downgrading from PJ2 to PE1. I have not had this problem, and do not know why some users are having this problem! Take Caution!
- I am not responsible for any damage done to your device through any steps taken tword rooting your Samsung Galaxy S7/S7 Edge. Proceed at your own risk!
-You will loose all your data if not currently on PE1 Firmware
- I am not to credit for all of these procedures, I only figured out how to Enable Tethering which im sure has been figured out by someone else as well.
- So there are many posts about Rooting the Samsung galaxy s7 where some people will say it trips knox and others say it's to complicated.
- This easy guide includes resources from other XDA developers whom I was able to use to root my Sprint Samsung Galaxy S7 and install Xposed Framework without voiding my warranty.
-You can try what ever firmware you are on, however there are many reports of issues on the new firmware. when I first did it on the newest firmware I got a boot loop but easy to fix just by re-flashing the PE1 firmware with Odin.
- Unfortunately this method will erase all data if you are not currently in PE1 firmware
- You will not Brick your phone with this method, because it is very easy to just reflash the firmware with Odin.
Download:
-The MEGA file link below contains ALL of the files you will need for the whole guide.
-download all the nessecary files and the ones specific to your device.
-->https://mega.nz/#F!Egt23TLa!NrynMKoUvwngnsse2zo6hw<--
1.Preparing:
1. Install Samsung drivers:
- Extract the RAR file "Samsung USB Drivers.zip"
- Run "SAMSUNG_USB_Driver_for_Mobile_Phones.exe" as Administrator
- A USB Driver instillation wizard will pop up
- Click next
- Select the proper language and country or region
-Select next
- Set destination path, or use the default
- Then click install and let it work its magic
2. Install ADB:
- Execute (as Administrator) the file "adb-setup-1.3.exe" from the MEGA file link.
- It will ask you a series of questions, hit "Y" each time and hit enter
- Then it will bring you to a diver installation wizzard
- Click next
- Click finish
- You have successfully installed ADB
2.Flashing PE1 Firmware:
First off this method does require PE1 firmware. So here's how to get your Samsung Galaxy S7 to PE1 firmware:
-You can get the PE1 firmware in the MEGA file link above. Select the firmware zip file that is specific to your phone.
1. Connect your Samsung to your computer via OEM micro-usb cable.
2. Power down you samsung
3. Once powered down, hold Volume Down, Power, and the Home Button all at the same time
4. You will get a blue screen that says warning, read the text and the press Volume Up to select "Continue"
5. Launch Odin as Administrator
6. In Odin click the button "AP"
7. Select the AP file
8. In Odin now click the button "CP"
9. Select the CP file
10. In Odin now click the button "CSC"
11. Select the CSC file
12. Then in Odin, press the botton that says "Start". Odin will begin flashing the PE1 firmware.
13. Once Finished, Odin should say "Pass", and your Samsung should then boot up to a first time setup procedure.
If Odin is requestion a pit file follow theses steps.
-I only have a sprint pit file, I don't know how many variants this will work for.
1. In Odin click the tab that says "Pit"
2. Odin will pull up a Warning dialogue. Click ok.
3. Click the long rectangular "Pit" button to select the pit file
4. Select the file that says "HEROQLTE_USA_SPR.pit" from the files you downloaded from my link.
5. With the pit file nw included, Add the AP, CP, and CSC files again and flash. (may need to reboot and go back into download mode)
3.Before you Begin Rooting:
Once You have finished flashing PE1 firmware you should then download the following apps to your Samsung:
-Package Disabler Pro or EZ Package Disabler (both will do the job and both cost alittle money. But it's great to support the developers!)
-Flash Fire
-Build Prop Editor
If you use Snapchat, now is the time to download, install, and login to the app
-Snapchat denies login to rooted andriod users, especially if Xposed Framework is installed.
4.Rooting:
- Now that you have the pre-procedure done, go to the link directly below and start at "Here we go" for the rest of the rooting procedure instructions.
- Necessary files for colormedroid's precedure will also be in the MEGA file link.[/SIZE][/COLOR]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-galaxy-s7/how-to/sm-g930p-root-t3410604
Once you have finished rooting you may follow the next steps.
5.Installing Xposed Framework, Xposed APK, as well as a tether mod
-Go to the link below and click on the tab that says "CLICK TO HIDE CONTENT" under the header "INSTALL XPOSED"
-Follow psouza4's steps to Installing Xposed
-However I have included in the MEGA file a better APK for xposed. It is in the MEGA upload file link named "Xposed Interface App.apk"
-The xposed file needed to flash is also in my MEGA file link.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...-to-notes-root-install-xposed-unroot-t3411039
6.Installing Xposed Module X tether for free native tethering
1. Go into the Xposed app
2. Tap on the 3 dashes in the upper left corner
3. Tap on the tab that says "Download"
4. Search for the module "X Tether"
5. Tap on the X Tether module
6. Tap the tab that says "Version"
7. Tap "Download" on the newest version
8. Then go back to the panel that has the option "Modules"
9. Tap the check box next to the "X Tether" module to activate it
10. Reboot
11. Bear with me here is gets a little more complicated
12. No that Xtether is installed and activated, we are going to edit a data base file to be able to use the native mobile hotspot
13. Download SQLite Editor app from the playstore (it does cost money, and there are probably others that can do it but this worked for me) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.sqleditor&hl=en
14. Open SQLite
15. Tap the tab that says "Files"
16. Navigate to /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases
17. Then tap "telephony.db"
18. Then tap "carriers"
19. Look for the 2 lines that say "APN2 LTE internet" and "APN2 EHRPD internet"
20. Down those lines under "type" they both say "default,mms"
We will be changing it to say this
21. Tap on "default,mms" then tap the pencil in the upper right of SQLite. This will enable you to edit this setting.
22. Scroll down until you see the type "default,mms"
23. edit this to say ""default,mms,dun"
24. Tap save
25. Do this for both "APN2 LTE internet" and "APN2 EHRPD internet"
26. Exit SQLite and restart your phone
You can now enable the hotspot as if it were part of your service plan. If you go into to you settings>Hotspot and Tethering
Happy Tethering
so you can root PJ2? and are you saying you have to go from PE1 to PJ2 or else you loose your data?
Sent from my SM-G930P using XDA-Developers mobile app
canynballa said:
so you can root PJ2? and are you saying you have to go from PE1 to PJ2 or else you loose your data?
Sent from my SM-G930P using XDA-Developers mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No. The boot image has just been reported to be a bit unstable on firmware versions other then PE1. Its when you flash your phone back to PE1 using Oding that you loose your data. If you don't want to loose your data this method can be done on PJ2 I just don't know how stable your phone will run. If you do test it out on the newest firmware please leave Feedback here!
failing
after i load everything into odin it just keeps failing..
bacardi2001 said:
after i load everything into odin it just keeps failing..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You probably have a firmware with bootloader 4, cause you can only flash APE1 with a firmware that has bootloader 3.
ItsYaminNoodlez said:
You probably have a firmware with bootloader 4, cause you can only flash APE1 with a firmware that has bootloader 3.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
hmmm thats quite possible, any way around it then? thanks
epicman_1200 said:
- So there are many posts about Rooting the Samsung galaxy s7 where some people will say it trips knox and others say it's to complicated.
- This easy guide includes resources from other XDA developers whom I was able to use to root my Sprint Samsung Galaxy S7 and install Xposed Framework without voiding my warranty.
-You can try what ever firmware you are on, however there are many reports of issues on the new firmware. when i first did it on the newest firmware i got a boot loop but easy to fix just by re-flashing the firmware with Odin.
- Unfortunately this method will erase all data if you are not currently in PE1 firmware
- You will not Brick your phone with this method, because it is very easy to just reflash the firmware with Odin.
Here is the link to download a RAR with all of the nessecary files!
-->https://mega.nz/#F!Egt23TLa!NrynMKoUvwngnsse2zo6hw<--
-I am not responsible for any damage done to your device through any steps taken tword rooting your Samsung Galaxy S7
-You will loose all your data if not currently on PE1 Firmware
- I am not to credit for all of these procedures, I only figured out how to Enable Tethering which im sure has been figured out by someone else as well.
The RAR file attached has ALL of the files you will need for the whole guide.
-So download and extract all of the files from the RAR
-Or you can follow each link to download the necessary files
1.Preparing:
1. Install Samsung drivers:
- Extract the RAR file "SAMSUNG_USB_Driver_for_Mobile_Phones.zip"
- Run "SAMSUNG_USB_Driver_for_Mobile_Phones.exe" as Administrator
- A USB Driver instillation wizard will pop up
- Click next
- Select the proper language and country or region
-Select next
- Set destination path, or use the default
- Then click install and let it work its magic
2. Install ADB:
- Execute (as Administrator) the file "adb-setup-1.3.exe" from the attached .rar
- It will ask you a series of questions, hit "Y" each time and hit enter
- Then it will bring you to a diver installation wizzard
- Click next
- Click finish
- You have successfully installed ADB
2.Flashing PE1 Firmware:
First off this method does require PE1 firmware. So here's how to get your Samsung Galaxy S7 to PE1 firmware:
-You can get the PE1 firmware in the attached RAR file
1. Connect your Samsung to your computer via OEM micro-usb cable.
2. Power down you samsung
3. Once powered down, hold Volume Down, Power, and the Home Button all at the same time
4. You will get a blue screen that says warning, read the text and the press Volume Up to select "Continue"
5. Launch Odin as Administrator
6. In Odin click the button "AP"
7. Select the "AP_G930PVPU2APE1_CL7925126_QB9448520_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5" file
8. In Odin now click the button "CP"
9. Select the "CP_G930PVPU2APE1_CL7925126_QB9448520_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5" file
10. In Odin now click the button "CSC"
11. Select the "CSC_SPT_G930PSPT2APE1_CL7925126_QB9448520_REV02_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5" file
12. Then in Odin, press the botton that says "Start". Odin will begin flashing the PE1 firmware.
13. Once Finished, Odin should say "Pass", and your Samsung should then boot up to a first time setup procedure.
3.Before you Begin Rooting:
Once You have finished flashing PE1 firmware you should then download the following apps to your Samsung:
-Package Disabler Pro or EZ Package Disabler (both will do the job)
-Flash Fire
-Build Prop Editor
If you use Snapchat, now is the time to download, install, and login to the app
-Snapchat denies login to rooted andriod users, especially if Xposed Framework is installed.
4.Rooting:
Now that you have the pre-procedure done, go to the link directly below and start at "Here we go" for the rest of the rooting procedure instructions. Necessary files for colormedroid's precedure will also be in the attached RAR file.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-galaxy-s7/how-to/sm-g930p-root-t3410604
Once you have finished rooting you may follow the next steps.
5.Installing Xposed Framework, Xposed APK, as well as a tether mod
-Go to the link below and click on the tab that says "CLICK TO HIDE CONTENT" under the header "INSTALL XPOSED"
-Follow psouza4's steps to Installing Xposed
-However I have attached a better APK for xposed.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...-to-notes-root-install-xposed-unroot-t3411039
6.Installing Xposed Module X tether for free native tethering
1. Go into the Xposed app
2. Tap on the 3 dashes in the upper left corner
3. Tap on the tab that says "Download"
4. Search for the module "X Tether"
5. Tap on the X Tether module
6. Tap the tab that says "Version"
7. Tap "Download" on the newest version
8. Then go back to the panel that has the option "Modules"
9. Tap the check box next to the "X Tether" module to activate it
10. Reboot
11. Bear with me here is gets a little more complicated
12. No that Xtether is installed and activated, we are going to edit a data base file to be able to use the native mobile hotspot
13. Download SQLite Editor app from the playstore (it does cost money, and there are probably others that can do it but this worked for me) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.sqleditor&hl=en
14. Open SQLite
15. Tap the tab that says "Files"
16. Navigate to /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases
17. Then tap "telephony.db"
18. Then tap "carriers"
19. Look for the 2 lines that say "APN2 LTE internet" and "APN2 EHRPD internet"
20. Down those lines under "type" they both say "default,mms"
We will be changing it to say this
21. Tap on "default,mms" then tap the pencil in the upper right of SQLite. This will enable you to edit this setting.
22. Scroll down until you see the type "default,mms"
23. edit this to say ""default,mms,dun"
24. Tap save
25. Do this for both "APN2 LTE internet" and "APN2 EHRPD internet"
26. Exit SQLite and restart your phone
You can now enable the hotspot as if it were part of your service plan. If you go into to you settings>Hotspot and Tethering
Happy Tethering
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I don't even have this for Sprint but have to thank you for that thorough write up since only one other person has!
bacardi2001 said:
hmmm thats quite possible, any way around it then? thanks
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No way around it yet, none of us have figured out how to downgrade the bootloader or unlock it. We're basically screwed until Sprint decides to unlock the bootloader.
ItsYaminNoodlez said:
No way around it yet, none of us have figured out how to downgrade the bootloader or unlock it. We're basically screwed until Sprint decides to unlock the bootloader.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes this is unfortunately true.
OK so.. i just got my galaxy s7 been using an iPhone for the last 2 years.. i am on pj2, I should be able to use this guide correct? I honestly would be happy with root so i could use hotspot and YouTube adaway from xpossed.. had anyone successfully done this? I don't mind is i lose my data and have to reinstall my apps from scratch.
Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk
pixelsblur said:
OK so.. i just got my galaxy s7 been using an iPhone for the last 2 years.. i am on pj2, I should be able to use this guide correct? I honestly would be happy with root so i could use hotspot and YouTube adaway from xpossed.. had anyone successfully done this? I don't mind is i lose my data and have to reinstall my apps from scratch.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can't root APJ2 without making your system unstable and losing activation. Users also have said bootloops are occuring.
pixelsblur said:
OK so.. i just got my galaxy s7 been using an iPhone for the last 2 years.. i am on pj2, I should be able to use this guide correct? I honestly would be happy with root so i could use hotspot and YouTube adaway from xpossed.. had anyone successfully done this? I don't mind is i lose my data and have to reinstall my apps from scratch.
Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I am sorry for the late reply. You didn't quote me so I didn't know you had a question. However, you can not use this method if you are on PJ2 or newer. DON'T DO IT!!!
So if I'm on software version apk1 I can't use this is what your saying? Will there be an updated root for people who have taken stock updates?
Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk
epicman_1200 said:
I am sorry for the late reply. You didn't quote me so I didn't know you had a question. However, you can not use this method if you are on PJ2 or newer. DON'T DO IT!!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Can u tell me if this works on g930p pc5 firmware
I followed the end of the guide for getting the native hotspot running. Installed the x tether module from xposed and modified the two apns with aSQLiteManager. After reboot I lost data on the phone. Any ideas what went screwy or how I can get data back?
I get an error when I try to update the two rows in the telephony db:
"Update failed - unable to open database file (code 1294)
Error Code: 1294
(SQLLITE_CANTOPEN_ENOENT)
Caused By: Specified directory or database file does not exist.
(unable to open database file (code 1294))
Any idea on how to resolve this? The hotspot is the whole reason I am rooting the phone.
So I own the SM-G930P with Qualcomm running PVPU4APL6. I try and revert back to PVPU2APE1 through ODIN and it fails everytime. I tried running boot image with PL6 but it doesnt work. I get data but no cellular or texting not to mention its seriously slow and laaggs.
Has anyone come up with a solution for the locked bootloader for the Sprint S7 as of yet? There has to be a way around this...
h3770w0r7d879 said:
So I own the SM-G930P with Qualcomm running PVPU4APL6. I try and revert back to PVPU2APE1 through ODIN and it fails everytime. I tried running boot image with PL6 but it doesnt work. I get data but no cellular or texting not to mention its seriously slow and laaggs.
Has anyone come up with a solution for the locked bootloader for the Sprint S7 as of yet? There has to be a way around this...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
unfortunately you cannot downgrade once your'e on PL6. Do not root if you're on anything other than PE1, as data,texting and calling do not work on any other firmware. There is no fix, and with the S8 coming out soon, i don't think there will be.
The Android Attorney said:
unfortunately you cannot downgrade once your'e on PL6. Do not root if you're on anything other than PE1, as data,texting and calling do not work on any other firmware. There is no fix, and with the S8 coming out soon, i don't think there will be.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm rooted on G930PVPU4BQAA sprint nougat and it's a lot smoother then marshmallow and I have no issues with it
Sent from my SM-G930P using XDA-Developers Legacy app
canynballa said:
I'm rooted on G930PVPU4BQAA sprint nougat and it's a lot smoother then marshmallow and I have no issues with it
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
How did you root?
Related
I have noticed that many have been willing to take the NK1 4.4.4 update and give up root access. Therefore I am putting this out there for those that have not done so but are considering doing so if they are able to keep root.
The following process will allow you to update to NK1 4.4.4 and keep root. However once updated to NK1 you will not be able to downgrade back to 4.4.2. If you screw something up after updating, e.g. while performing a mod, and have to flash back to stock you will permanently lose root access (unless an exploit is found in the future)! With that said I believe all of you are capable of making your own decision as to whether or not to proceed at your own risk!
**You can begin the following process from any Build/ROM but you must already have Root Access**
**Required** FlashFire - Play BETA - PREVIEW
1. Join the G+ community using the same Google account as you're using for Play on your phone/tablet Here.
2. Sign up to receive the BETA versions from Play Here.
- Use the link provided after sign-up to download the app.
Instructions:
1. Extract the N900V_NK1_Stock_Rooted_Firmware from the .rar and place it and the N900V_NK1_Stock_Partitions onto your device (use either internal or ext-sdcard).
2. Open the FlashFire app and "Agree" to the Terms and Conditions.
3. Press "(+)" twice to bring up the "Actions" menu.
4. Press "Flash firmware package" then locate and select the N900V_NK1_Stock_Rooted_Firmware. FlashFire will scan the firmware which may take several minutes to complete. Press "ok" once the md5 is confirmed then make certain that both "Boot" and "System" are selected. Press the checkmark to continue.
5. Press "(+)" again then press "Flash Zip or OTA" and locate and select the N900V_NK1_Stock_Partitions. Leave "Auto-mount" unchecked under the "Options" menu and press the checkmark to continue.
6. Press “(+)” once again to bring up “Actions” and select “Wipe.”
7. Under the “Options” menu select all partitions except “Internal storage” then press the checkmark to continue.
8. From the main menu Tap-hold-drag your "Actions" and place them in the following order:
- "Wipe"
- "Flash firmware package"
- "Flash ZIP or OTA"
(leave default settings under "EverRoot" and "Reboot" options)
9. Last, press the lightning bolt then "Ok" to begin the flash .
The screen will turn black then display the contents of your system before beginning the flashes. Once complete your device will reboot and pause on the Verizon splash screen for two to three minutes before completely rebooting. Done!
Tip: for blazing fast speed turn off animations from Developer Options and reboot!
Changelog: http://www.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/benefits-galaxy-note-3-1-7-15.pdf
Notes:
1. The above process will not affect your User Data or Knox Warranty Flag.
2. The process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, Stock Recovery, and Bootloader to NK1.
3. To update to factory stock(unrooted) NK1 flash the N900VVRUDNK1_N900VVZWDNK1_N900VVRUDNK1_HOME.tar using Odin's PDA slot(AP in Odin v3.09+).
4. To learn more about FlashFire's capabilities on locked bootloader devices see here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60070810&postcount=2
Could anyone confirm if this works?
Everyone is too scared to try haha! I am sorry, but I will not do anything to my device unless there is an exploit found. Verizon and Samsung, just go away...
vazersecurity said:
Everyone is too scared to try haha! I am sorry, but I will not do anything to my device unless there is an exploit found. Verizon and Samsung, just go away...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
There is no need to apologize, everyone should make their own decisions based on their own criteria. But this is an option for those that choose to take it.
muniz_ri said:
There is no need to apologize, everyone should make their own decisions based on their own criteria. But this is an option for those that choose to take it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
is not work my friend , am going try with NC4 , Kernel Unified_KK_Firmware
jmontalvo248 said:
is not work my friend , am going try with NC4 , Kernel Unified_KK_Firmware
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If you are talking about downgrading you are right and someone else already confirmed that you cannot downgrade the kernel to NC4 after updating to 4.4.4. This thread is for those that have not yet updated to 4.4.4.
The VPN data disconnects would be enough to throw $20 to make sure this works. Can tell you how annoying that is when working from my phone.
nosit1 said:
The VPN data disconnects would be enough to throw $20 to make sure this works. Can tell you how annoying that is when working from my phone.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Putting a stock ROM together is rather straightforward so I'm pretty certain it works. And it's been downloaded 65 times so I suspect people are using it but for some reason choose to remain anonymous which is fine. But it would be nice to hear from someone that has tried it. Also, no donations are required but thank you nonetheless.
My safestrap (Safestrap-HLTEVZW-NC2-3.75-B04.apk) does not permit me to backup or restore anything. Can I perform the upgrade with wiping my user data?
twistedpos said:
My safestrap (Safestrap-HLTEVZW-NC2-3.75-B04.apk) does not permit me to backup or restore anything. Can I perform the upgrade with wiping my user data?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sounds like there is a problem with your current installation of safestrap. Since safestrap is critical to this process I recommend that you reinstall safestrap or even consider reflashing NC4 and safestrap before proceeding.
Why does the download from US mirrors take 6 hours? I have a relatively fast PC and quite fast video card. Thanks!!!
alt230 said:
Why does the download from US mirrors take 6 hours? I have a relatively fast PC and quite fast video card. Thanks!!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Neither of which have anything to do with your network speed or the server's network bandwidth and load.
Sent from my Note 3 via Tapatalk
alt230 said:
Why does the download from US mirrors take 6 hours? I have a relatively fast PC and quite fast video card. Thanks!!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
rofl
Works!
1. Did a full backup in Safestrap
2. Erased everything
3. Flashed N900V_NK1_100% rom
4. Restored just the /Data from backup
5. ODIN rebooted into download mode, ap > N900V_NK1_Stock_Kernel
5. Took 5 mins to come up, upgraded apps, had to close the setup wizard
6. System > 4.4.4 and Root status is still working!
Thanks much for this!
Awesome....this worked for me as well. Thanks!
Did exact same thing and Google play store keeps F/C....any suggestions?
gobucks41855 said:
Did exact same thing and Google play store keeps F/C....any suggestions?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Make sure google play services is up to date.
OPINIONS
would you rather have a stock rooted 4.4.4 rom and delete bloatware and do tweaks on your own or stick it out with 4.4.2 and run a custom rom by a developer?
xlylegaman said:
would you rather have a stock rooted 4.4.4 rom and delete bloatware and do tweaks on your own or stick it out with 4.4.2 and run a custom rom by a developer?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Be careful deleting apps which may cause stability issues due to dependencies. I recommend freezing apps instead.
Could this help find an exploit for those of us that took the update?
Sent from my HTC6435LVW using Tapatalk
Below, not only will you find step by step instructions on how to root your device but also a FAQ section in post #2 that will guide you through the problems most of us encountered in the beginning. It is highly recommended that you read through all of it. Basic knowledge of ADB is required and if you don't have it then you should definitely read the FAQ section for ADB set up. Make sure you have all the files downloaded.
Update 10/25/2016: Attached at the end of this thread is a modified debloat script for knox removal and a few other apps. This will make your root experience a heck of a lot smoother than before. Just flash the zip using FlashFire without changing any settings. You may notice a reboot or two. There are few bloatware apps that will still be there (amazon shopping, amazon videos, amazon photos, etc) that you'll have to remove manually. Happy flashing and don't forget to hit that Thanks button down below!
Disclaimer:
This root method is NOT for beginners. It is NOT easy. If you don't get it then DON'T do it. Especially if you're worried about voiding the warranty and blah blah blah. Simply put, don't do it if you don't have the slightest idea of what you're doing. I'm tired of complaints. This guide is not for the faint of heart. Do this at your own risk!
Package Disabler Pro is required to get this rooting method working. Yes, it costs money ($.99) but it's the way I acheived this work around at the moment.
Be prepared to lose data (LTE) connection but don't be scared as it's an easy fix.
Make sure you don't have Secure startup set up before you start the process. Having this set up causes issues.
Must have ADB set up and installed system-wide.
This root method should be used with PE1 firmware for both the GS7 and the GS7 Edge. Although this root method might work with the latest firmware, users have been reporting issues dealing with APN's on the newest update. Look at post 2 FAQ's returning to stock for flashing PE1 firmware through Odin.
Do not update to PJ2 if you want to keep service with your root. Phone calls and text messages won't come through after rooting on PJ2.
Files you will need:
Odin by Princecomsy: http://d-h.st/gsDA
G935A: http://d-h.st/kDWz (S7 Edge)
G930A: http://d-h.st/o3hm (S7)
SuperSU: https://download.chainfire.eu/970/SuperSU/SuperSU-v2.76-S7QC.zip
Click on the BLUE "download" links. Extract everything into a folder easy to locate.
Here we go:
After downloading and getting set up Package Disabler Pro, you'll need to disable the following three packages:
samsung dm phone interface
samsung dm service
securityLogAgent.
Use the search box to easily find these packages.
Power off your device and boot into download/bootloader mode by pressing and holding the volume down, home, and the power button. Press volume up to get into bootloader.
Open PrinceComsy odin and flash the engineer boot.img by clicking AP and navigating to the file for your model. Click start and your device should reboot by itself.
Enable developer options by going to Settings>About Device and tapping Build Number till it shows Developer mode has been turned on. You will now have Developer options under the settings menu.
Enable USB debugging in the Developer options settings.
Extract the SuperSU zip and run the root.bat file. Your phone will reboot if the script is successfully ran.
Next, we'll get LTE data back:
Method A: BuildProp Editor (easiest method)
Open Build.Prop with BuildProp Editor and change the following settings:
ro.cdma.default_numeric=310000 to 310120
ro.cdma.default_alpha=Chameleon to Sprint
ro.build.characteristics=Chameleon to Sprint
Make sure you grant root permissions when it asks. You may have to try this twice. Reboot and LTE should stick.
Method B: Manual activation (also if you're not able to make any calls)
Enable the three packages disabled in step 1. Go into the phone dialer and type in ##72786# and your phone should reboot and begin the activation process. After the 5th retry, it will manually activate itself. It should say "writing to device". Don't click done yet. Press the home button and disable the three packages once again. Reboot.
Alternatively, after renabling the three packages and dialing ##72786#, you can go into Settings>Activate this device and manually try to activate it yourself. It still must say "writing to device". Don't click done. Disable the packages once again. Reboot. Voice and LTE should stick.
Download S7_or_S7Edge_Fixes_V15.zip to your internal or external storage and install install FlashFire from the playstore.
Open FlashFire and let it acquire root access. Click the + button at the bottom right corner then click on Flash ZIP or OTA. Navigate and select the S7_or_S7Edge_Fixes_V15.zip. file. Leave the options alone and click the check in the top right. Scroll down to the bottom and click flash. Your phone will reboot and flash the zip. This can take a while.
Go to Settings>Lock screen and security>Other security settings>Security policy updates and turn off "Automatic updates" and "Wi-Fi only". Reboot. This seems to be the culprit of the 7 day soft brick.
Open back up Package Disabler Pro and search for "software update". Disable both packages (com.sec.android.soagent and com.wssyncmldm)
Enjoy your rooted device with minimal to almost no lag.
???
Profit.
As always, be sure to donate to the people who actually helped achieved root: @Princecosmy, @br3w3r, and @Chainfire
For the bounty donate to [email protected] PayPal
Shout out to @psouza4, @izzibew26, @mhill1986, @LeftyGR, @Soooperstar, and to all of you who are contributing in making this root method easier everyday. Thanks for the feedback.
Originally, it started getting interesting at post #185:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s7/how-to/bounty-att-s7-root-exploit-t3341274/page4
I'm also keeping track of the Sprint Galaxy S7 Edge (SM-G935P) version:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-s7-edge/how-to/root-t3410424
FAQ's:
My WiFi credentials keep on getting erased after a reboot. What gives?
A: This seems to be an issue across all the QC S7 variants. Here's what I did to fix it. Download BuildProp Editor and change: ro.securestorage.support=true to ro.securestorage.support=false
Credit goes out to: @guaneet for this fix
Can I install Xposed?
A: Yep. Here's how to do it:
fnztakedown said:
Alright. Here is a DB link of the two files I had installed to get xposed working. To flash this you will need flashfire.
Process is simple. Download both files and install the apk.
Open flashfire> select flash new file> find the xposed zip, flash. Give it a solid 5-7 minutes during boot up.
Ensure you do not have any major packages disabled and ensure you have BACKED UP YOUR ROM VIA FLASHFIRE. Please be aware, this was successful for me on the 935T and I do have random reboots at time. I cannot confirm this is the cause yet. I would also suggest finding the uninstall zip in the event you have issues you can flashfire back.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/0yabdfx6ao69dpd/AAAnu-9Jv8W9stjjuG1Nq5jba?dl=0
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Credit goes out to: @fnztakedown for these instructions
I'm having issues with ADB. Any help?
A: Easiest way to install ADB and its subsequent drivers would be to get it from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979
It's SO easy to install and it takes most if not all of the hassle out of it.
Credit to @Snoop05 for this easy ADB installer.
How do I enable USB debugging?
A: Go to Settings>About device and tap Build number until it shows Developer options has been enabled.
I'm stuck on the LTE splash screen. What do I do?
A: Press and hold the Volume Down + Power button down until your phone restarts. If you keep on getting stuck at the LTE splash screen you may have to factory reset your device. As soon as your phone restart quickly press the volume up + home + power button and let it boot into recovery. Wipe data/factory reset and cache partition.
I'd like to unroot and return to factory stock. How would I go about this?
A: Head on over to @psouza4's post HERE and follow his steps in the return to stock section. The steps are easy and he's posted mostly all the firmware.
[*]Does this method trip Knox?
A: No, it doesn't. And flashing back to stock will allow Knox to work again, as long as you didn't flash files from other sources (there are some that will trip Knox, so be careful).
[*]Does Samsung Pay work?
A: No, sorry. They can detect the rooted boot environment through a driver, so you can't even hide root from the app using RootCloak.
[*]Does Android Pay work?
A: It does, but you have to make a change that disables root and then reboot your phone. You can toggle this back/forth without flashing, but you either get root or Android Pay at any one time.
[*]What happens if I brick my phone?
A: As long as there are stock images to flash back to, it's almost impossible to do this no matter how badly the process goes. Check that we have stock images; if we do, then we can always flash them over the device using the unroot method in this guide. That practically guarantees a return-to-stock experience for a phone as long as it doesn't have any serious physical damage preventing it from powering on.
[*]I installed the ADB system-wide on my Windows computer/laptop, but I see "'adb' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file".
A: Your user profile path can't contain a space. That means if your Windows user is 'Somebody Nice' and thus your Windows user path is 'C:\Users\Somebody Nice', the install will fail. You can create another user on your computer (if prompted for a Microsoft login, choose to make only a local account) and enter a short, single-word name for your user. Sign into and use that user profile instead. Also, the path where you extract the SuperSU package can't contain a space, so try extracting them to somewhere simple like perhaps C:\S7Root.
More answers to FAQ's to come.
colormedroid said:
Just got home to test this out. Currently on PC5 since I've been waiting for this day to come. Will post back once I have results.
Just flashed the engineering boot.img. Make sure you boot into BOOTLOADER mode when using odin to flash this because the instructions don't show this. Also, make sure to back up all your stuff because most likely this will involve a factory reset.
Update #3: So, seems like our variant seems to have issues with the activation process. Here's what I did to fix it. It's a temporary fix until it gets figured out completely but it's a fix none the less.
1. Flash engineer boot.img through odin.
2. Factory reset/wipe
3. Go through the setup process without actually activating (once it gets to the activation screen press and hold the back button).
4. I signed into my google account through wifi and I downloaded Package Disable Pro+ Samsung (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ospolice.packagedisablerpremium). Yes it costs money but it's the way I achieved this work around at the moment.
5. I went into settings>Acitvate this device.
Don't click "done" after it gets activated.
6. Press the home button to get to the main screen and open up Package Disabler Pro+ Samsung
7. After Package Disabler Pro is set up... I searched for Samsung DM Service and I disabled it.
Voila! No more rebooting. Like I said, this is hopefully temporary until it gets figured out.
Now on to installing SU. I will post back with pictures of Root Checker.
Update #4: Installed SU through the root.bat file in the instructions. Took a screenshot of root checker. Here it is in all it's glory.
http://imgur.com/FHvak9Z
Almost forgot to mention that it seems that the engineer boot.img does lag the system a little bit so again, try it at your own risk. I for one will be trying this out like I have with all my older devices. Next step is Adaway =D.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I can't believe it! Have you tried to install adaway and xposed yet? You said the system lags a bit, is it laggy enough that it would become frustrating after using for a few minutes? I'm still on my Galaxy S5 and just deciding whether I should head to the Sprint store today or not.
slickdealers said:
I can't believe it! Have you tried to install adaway and xposed yet? You said the system lags a bit, is it laggy enough that it would become frustrating after using for a few minutes? I'm still on my Galaxy S5 and just deciding whether I should head to the Sprint store today or not.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Adaway installed successfully. Haven't installed xposed but someone said that you could do it through flashfire. That might have to wait for tomorrow as today is the 4th. M'urica!
*whoops, forgot to quote you my bad.
Sent from my SM-G935P using Tapatalk
It works
I tried it and it works also have adaway installed through f Droid
Can i install this update?
Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk
You should NEVER install an over the air update if you want to keep root. Always get your updates from xda.
Sent from my SM-G930P using XDA-Developers mobile app
sml2004 said:
View attachment 3803555
Sent from my SM-G930P using XDA-Developers mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Good job getting it working!
Sent from my SM-G935P using Tapatalk
colormedroid said:
Good job getting it working!
Sent from my SM-G935P using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Now I guess we need Hotspot mod. And a damn sd card fix. Lol
Sent from my SM-G930P using XDA-Developers mobile app
Has anyone tried this on PF2? I honestly had to update and have been taking updates, because this is one ****ty sluggish phone. It seems to get worse the longer I have the S7. This is much like what happened with the S6, so root would be appreciated to alleviate it.
mafaesto said:
Has anyone tried this on PF2? I honestly had to update and have been taking updates, because this is one ****ty sluggish phone. It seems to get worse the longer I have the S7. This is much like what happened with the S6, so root would be appreciated to alleviate it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Pf2 works
Sent from my SM-G930P using XDA-Developers mobile app
---------- Post added 5th July 2016 at 12:22 AM ---------- Previous post was 4th July 2016 at 11:50 PM ----------
Could someone drop their stock feature.xml file here?
Sent from my SM-G930P using XDA-Developers mobile app
I lost service. But I have root. I am Sprint. I thought that if I left SimCard in unlike with my S6, I would have service, but no. It has none. How do I fix it
I have SM-G930P that is still on APB5 can I do the process with APB5 or is there some other step that I have to do?
Thanks in advance!!
BTW, OP thanks for putting this thread together!
CharmedWhovian said:
I lost service. But I have root. I am Sprint. I thought that if I left SimCard in unlike with my S6, I would have service, but no. It has none. How do I fix it
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Read post #2 please.
Sent from my SM-G935P using Tapatalk
treepog said:
I have SM-G930P that is still on APB5 can I do the process with APB5 or is there some other step that I have to do?
Thanks in advance!!
BTW, OP thanks for putting this thread together!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No problem. ?
This should work on APB5. Just make sure to read post #2 for activation problems.
Let me know if y'all need any help!
Sent from my SM-G935P using Tapatalk
Gear VR
I saw on AT&T bounty thread that gear vr may break. Can anyone confirm that this happens?
I have been waiting for root, using my S5 for things that I need root for. I do not want to lose the VR 3d video player and games I play just for root.
N3Cr0 Cr0W said:
I saw on AT&T bounty thread that gear vr may break. Can anyone confirm that this happens?
I have been waiting for root, using my S5 for things that I need root for. I do not want to lose the VR 3d video player and games I play just for root.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Actually, I was very happy that the Gear VR was still in action. So much so, that I did not notice that my Mobile Network State was Disconnected.
CharmedWhovian said:
Actually, I was very happy that the Gear VR was still in action. So much so, that I did not notice that my Mobile Network State was Disconnected.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
haha, made me lol.
Sent from my SM-G935P using Tapatalk
Crap, now I went from having no service, to Avtivate Bootloop to Logo Bootloop. I rather have no service. I can't leave out of the house without music. wth do I do
Updated. I am now back to stock. but for a weird reason, Mobile Network state is still disconnected.
This tutorial gets your MetroPCS Grand Prime (model SM-G530T1) root, a deodexed and bloatware-free TouchWiz, 'fairly stock' ROM, and Xposed Framework. This method will likely work on the T-Mobile variant because much of this is actually intended for that variant... but no guarantees. If you do, indeed, attempt this with a non-MetroPCS variant, please let me know your model number and if it works or not so i can add it to the compatibility/incompatibility list.
Known compatible variants:
SM-G530T1 - MetroPCS
This tutorial comes with no guarantees or warranties. I am not responsible if you brick your device or for any damage caused by following this tutorial. You can most likely recover any problems you find along the way by simply flashing back to Stock with Odin, but I can't guarantee that you will be able to. This is true of basically everything on XDA, so no surprises here.
I estimate the entire process taking less than a half hour, assuming that everything goes as expected, and that you don't need to flash back to stock first.
There is one caveat... the TrapKernel method fully roots the device, but it trips Knox. If you don't want to trip Knox, don't use this method. As an alternative, if all you want is some minor root functionality, KingRoot will give you SOME root functionality, but not enough to install Xposed, or to do many things that a true root gives you. KingRoot can be found here: SITE / DOWNLOAD
At any time, even if you brick your device, you can probably always flash back to Stock. Here is the Stock MetroPCS SM-G530TI 5.1.1 ROM: THREAD / DOWNLOAD
Alright... without further adieu, here are the files you will need:
Odin SITE / DOWNLOAD
ShinySide's TrapKernel for SM-G530T THREAD / DOWNLOAD
DUHAsianSKILLZ's deodexed and bloatware-free ROM for SM-G530T: THREAD / DOWNLOAD
Chainfire's FlashFire SITE / DOWNLOAD
Xposed Installer THREAD / DOWNLOAD
TWRP 2.8.7.0 (for lollipop) THREAD / DOWNLOAD
Custom Xposed Framework for Samsung Lollipop THREAD / DOWNLOAD
Got all the files you need? Here are the steps:
1. On your phone, boot to Download Mode by booting your device while holding down the Down Volume and Home Button, then hitting Volume Up. Connect it to your PC. If your PC doesn't recognize the phone, you need to install drivers. There are lots of threads out there with tutorials on how to do that. This tutorial assumes you already have the drivers.
2. On your PC, open Odin, Click the "AP" button, Select the file: TrapKernel_G530T_AOF8_Root.tar.md5. Flash it. Let the phone boot normally. If it doesn't load after a few minutes, pull the battery and reboot. If it continues to get stuck on boot, it probably failed. Flash back to Stock and try again.
3. On your phone, once it fully boots up, download Chainfire's SuperSU from the Play Store. You'll need it in order to authorize the root app in the next step.
4. On your phone, download FlashFire from the Play Store at the link above, or if you have the APK, install it. Open FlashFire and authorize SU permissions. Hit the + button, then Wipe. Check System data, 3rd party apps, Dalvik cache, Cache partition, and Cache partition format, then click the Checkmark on the top-right to confirm. Now hit the + button again, then Flash Zip or OTA. Select GwizRomSMG530T-V1.1.zip, then click the Checkmark on the top-right. Now click Flash. The screen will go off during this step... DON'T WORRY. It will take about 10 minutes total to boot for the 'first time'. This ROM basically removes Knox, retains root, and frees up a lot of resources that Samsung was using for useless bloatware. Even if you stopped at this step, your phone will be MUCH better off than with a purely Stock ROM on it. I noticed a HUGE performance improvement after installing this ROM.
5. On your phone, install XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk.
6. On your phone, open FlashFire. Tap the + button, then Flash Zip or OTA. Find TWRP_2870_Samsung_SM_G530H.zip and flash it. This one takes a little while to load, so be patient. I would say, if you're at the 10 minute mark after tapping Flash, it probably failed so pull the battery and reboot. If it continues to happen, you'll likely need to flash Stock and start over completely.
7. The phone will boot back to your home screen. Once it does, restart it and go into Recovery Mode by booting the phone while holding the Volume Up and Home buttons.
8. Once in Recovery, tap Install. Find and choose the file xposed-v86.0-sdk22-arm-custom-build-by-wanam.zip and swipe the slider at the bottom to Install Xposed.
9. Once it finishes flashing and boots back up, you're good to go. Full Root. Bloatware-Free. Really fast. With Xposed.
10. One last thing, I would install an app like NoBloat or something to disable or delete the app com.tmobile.pr.adapt. It doesn't like that you rooted your device and will start acting up. The reason a T-Mobile app is there is because the bloat-free ROM you installed in step 4 above is based on a T-Mobile Stock ROM, not MetroPCS. You don't need it. It will ask for root permissions all the time, use cell data, and deplete your battery. Just disable it if you are not comfortable fully deleting it. I would also look into disabling/deleting some of the other apps like some of the Samsung stuff, but you'll have to research what is safe to remove. I know the com.tmobile.pr.adapt app is pointless and a data/battery hog.
Well then thanks for putting this together. Now everything is in one spot. Well done.
Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk
after flashing "TrapKernel_G530T_AOF8_Root.tar.md5" Phone reboots fine, but wifi doesn't works anymore, I repaired it with SmartSwitch, reloading the firmware back to Stock.
bullracing said:
after flashing "TrapKernel_G530T_AOF8_Root.tar.md5" Phone reboots fine, but wifi doesn't works anymore, I repaired it with SmartSwitch, reloading the firmware back to Stock.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
How did you end up doing that? I couldn't figure out how
you mean, how to restore to stock?
Download Smatch by Samsung, the use theere option "MORE" and go to "EMERGENCY SOFTWARE RECOVERY AND INTIALATION" there Switch will ask you phone the phone model and the SN number to get the original or Stock firmware to it
No... went to root my Samsung Galaxy Prime to remove bloatware
Help
GwizRomSMG530T-V1.1.zip will not install, there are 2 options to check on the flash screen, should I leave those blank or check them?
ROOT U Firmware
Hello everyone it's XMayhem here!
We have two root methods with other combined guides along with tweaks & mods after root
These root methods are specifically for Sprint U firmware
Why? Less bloat and a lot more stable in rooting
The first method I personally use, you don't need Lspeed or Kernel auditor. The quickvic's rootbat it'self has all the performance you need with no lag. Or you can use the supersu 2.82 root.bat by jrkruse
Your choice of root!
First off I'm not responsible for any damage done to your phone or if the world explodes.
Or flashing twrp when it's not stated to flash in the OP. That's why we have flashfire people.
U Firmware Files they can be found on both sites
https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/
http://updato.com/
For root you need to be on a clean installation of U Firmware
Once you have firmware extract files
1. Place phone in download mode. Power + Vol Down + Home
2. Connect Phone to computer
3. Open Official Odin
4. Odin should recognize your phone. If not, you need to download and install the Samsung Driver Files here http://developer.samsung.com/galaxy/others/android-usb-driver-for-windows
5. Place the BL, AP, CP,CSC_OYM from the rar in the corresponding slots.
6. Press Start & Firmware should flash
Next Download these files
Eng boot https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=457095661767141717
Quickvic's rootbat https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bygh6W_e2Fo5Vkk1bURVaHdKbzg/view
or
Jrkruse root https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=889764386195909311
PrinceComsy modified Odin for root only https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24591023225177749
Official odin for flashing stock U firmware https://samsungodin.com/
Playstore apps you'll need
Bk package disabler paid
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kunkunsoft.packagedisabler&hl=en
or Adhell it's free
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.getadhell.androidapp&hl=en
Flashfire https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.flash&hl=en
Got everything downloaded? Good let's move on
G930U RC1 Nougat Root
1. First, you should already have flashed the U firmware
2. Completely finish activation and finish initial setup (I recommend signing into google first then samsung account after root)
3. Update PRL and Profile.
4. Then enable USB debugging under developer settings and turn off verify apps via ADB.
5.Turn off auto update system in developer options
6. Go into other security settings from lock screen and security settings, click security policy updates and turn auto updates off
7. Disable the following packages via bk or adhell
Chameleon
Sprint OMADM
Sprint OMADM Phone Interface
MDMApp
SecurityLogAgent
Security Policy Updates
Security Storage
8. This step is for people who use Snapchat like me make sure you have downloaded it and already logged in before moving on to the next step. You won't be able to sign in after root I know there are games that might not work either ex. Pokemon Go
9. Flash the engboot image via Modified Odin by PrinceComsy Flash it in AP Slot
10. For Sprint MMS/DATA fix go to:
Settings>Connections>Mobile Networks>Access Point Names
Delete Wholesales OTA apn by selecting, clicking top right menu, and delete.
Now the Global Roaming APN.. select it.
Change the whole APN to:
Name: APN2 LTE Internet
APN: n.ispsn
MMSC: http://mms.sprintpcs.com
Multimedia message proxy: 68.28.31.7
Multimedia message port: 80
MCC: 310
MNC: 000 // Do Not CHANGE!
APN type: default,supl,mms,dun,fota
APN Protocol: IPv4/IPv6
APN roaming protocol: IPv4/IPv6
Bearer: LTE
Top right menu>SAVE! Make sure APN2 LTE Internet is enabled and by the dot being blue. LTE should display icon and reset device to verify it stuck.
Before flashing either root. For those having samsung expired session please check out this link.
It works on both root methods
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/general/fix-samsung-account-login-password-loop-t3575443
Samsung pass apk will install, if the samsung account apk doesn't install just use the apkmirror one here https://www.apkmirror.com/?post_type...amsung+account
11. Run Quickvics root.bat file ( Same with Jkruse root)
Here's how
1. Extract rootbat
2. Open the folder & double click root windows batch file
3. Wait for your phone to be recognized, it'll install root on it's own
4. Wait for your phone to reboot, and for your phone to recognized by computer
5. Once it's recognized go back into quickvics folder and click on fingerprint fix folder
6. Double click fingerprint fix windows batch
7. After it installs go into recovery mode by powering off phone holding Home+Power+Volume Up button
8. Wait till the android icon falls and it'll bring you to the recovery page
9. Wipe cache & reboot phone
10. I ask that you let your phone settle after the reboot, don't touch it for at least a good 15 mins!!
Sign in to your samsung account and Enjoy your rooted phone!:victory:
Extras & Mods
Hotspot
1. Download and install Termux
2. Type "su", press enter and allow root access.
3. Type "settings put global tether_dun_required 0" and press enter.
4. Type "settings put global tether_dun_apn "APNDUN, n.ispsn... http://mms.sprintpcs.com,68.28.31.7,...dun,mms,supl"
5. Turn off mobile data.
6. Turn on hotspot and it should work just fine
Adblocker Adaway
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2190753
Xposed for Nougat ( Use at your own risk I personally don't use it)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-galaxy-s7/how-to/xposed-nougat-t3653750
Changing Emoji
https://forum.xda-developers.com/general/general/emojis-android-ios10-nougat-emojione-t3508636
Sound Mod
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2634729
Substratum for Samsung
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/substratum/7-0-substratum-sex-tw-beta-t3620796
Block Youtube ads
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-iytbp-injected-youtube-background-t3560900
Screenshots
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Big Thanks to these awesome people here on XDA!! Give them all the thanks you can
@JUSMEJOSE https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=1113488
@princecomsy https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=5028474
@jrkruse https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=1949695
@Araltd https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=2326775
@paul2112 https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=8099997
@YMNDLZ https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=7683955
@Chainfire https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=631273
Useful Tips
Tips
1. Doze: Forcedoze https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.suyashsrijan.forcedoze&hl=en
or Greenify https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oasisfeng.greenify&hl=en
2. Animation: Change the animation speeds to .5 via developer options
3. Voicemail: Google Voice
4. Back up apps & delete them with a reboot using Titanium Backup
5. I prefer using google apps over Samsung apps plus they can be themed using Substratum
DELETED.
Deleted
DELETED.
Confirm that this is working? screens?
Using boostmobile
Bricked during U firmware flashing
Bricked my Sprint Samsung S7 after flashing u Firmware with Odin v3. 12, Now the screen won't turn on, no indication light while charging, tried soft reset combination keys, hard reset combination keys, nothing works. Any leads?
I'm a noob.
robinsingh2490 said:
Bricked my Sprint Samsung S7 after flashing u Firmware with Odin v3. 12, Now the screen won't turn on, no indication light while charging, tried soft reset combination keys, hard reset combination keys, nothing works. Any leads?
I'm a noob.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Plug phone hold volume down and power till download comes on ,there's really no way it can brick if using real firmware files and correct Odin by Prince cosmey,if it's not working it's ur phone it's self
Some more details
miko12312 said:
Plug phone hold volume down and power till download comes on ,there's really no way it can brick if using real firmware files and correct Odin by Prince cosmey,if it's not working it's ur phone it's self
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sorry, but I should have included some more details, that I downloaded the U firmware, tried flashing S7 sprint, didn't happen twice, then I put in SM-G930 SPT pit file In the pit tab and Then selected All options under options tab except for "Nand erase All and Flash lock" and after these steps I flashed the phone through Odin, it showed Pass but then the phone died, and now no combination of keys work.
robinsingh2490 said:
Sorry, but I should have included some more details, that I downloaded the U firmware, tried flashing S7 sprint, didn't happen twice, then I put in SM-G930 SPT pit file In the pit tab and Then selected All options under options tab except for "Nand erase All and Flash lock" and after these steps I flashed the phone through Odin, it showed Pass but then the phone died, and now no combination of keys work.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Well you did something that wasn't part of the guide here. Charge your phone to 80% and follow the steps to a fresh installation of the U firmware above.
robinsingh2490 said:
Sorry, but I should have included some more details, that I downloaded the U firmware, tried flashing S7 sprint, didn't happen twice, then I put in SM-G930 SPT pit file In the pit tab and Then selected All options under options tab except for "Nand erase All and Flash lock" and after these steps I flashed the phone through Odin, it showed Pass but then the phone died, and now no combination of keys work.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
To my knowledge the only thing that should be checked under the Options menu is Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time. Nothing else should be checked but those two. You should not need to use the PIT file at all. Leave that alone. In your post you state the g930 SPT...did you mean g930 SPR because I am not familiar with an SPT version of our firmware.
Try downloading unmodded(stock) version of ODIN 3.12.7. With that version ODIN I can flash anything to my phone with no issue at all whether it be eng boot or stock firmware and I have done all kinds of crazy combinations of these firmwares on the s7.
Simply load AP into AP, BL into BL, CP into CP, and make sure you load CSC_OYM on the first time loading the U firmware. Also, personally I always delete cache 3 times in recovery followed by 2 factory resets before I go into the download mode. And like the OP stated, clear cache after any flash as well.
Hope that helps...just remember that as long as there is stock firmware, and ODIN...you "should" always be able to return to a stock phone. Nothing is impossible, but you get the drift. :good:
I am so thankful the U firmware's LTE icon is soooo much larger than the P firmware. I can easily tell when I am on the LTE+ network ever since the switch, and guys don't forget to go the easy route when uninstalling the Samsung apps that come with the U firmware. Very simple...Settings>Device Maintenance>Storage>Apps>Select All. Make sure that no other apps have been installed when you do this or else you will simply need to select each app individually. But the stock uninstaller is amazingly fast....it surprises me till this day.
To the OP, I'm not sure if the Beats Audio requires the same as V4A, but in my experience Adapt Sound, Sound Alive, and SplitSoundService should be disabled by your Package disabler prior to flashing the EngBoot AP. It removes any potential popping which I can personally attest to on V4A 2505. I just do a search for 'sound' in Adhell.
Excellent post by the way. I have enjoyed the layout and think it is very easy to read. Not overwhealming at all like some other guides I have attempted to follow. I am trying out your sound mod as we speak... thanks! :good:
Have you had any problems with the external sd card ,copying or moving from internal to external sd and files become corrupt after finishing , I had this problem on mm ,but after n I didn't until latest update
Not I! Everything works great as long as you follow the OPs instruction. I am in the process of modifying this method just a tad by attempting to update the modem with the new Verizon QH1 firmware....we shall see! Ill be running some tests to see if there is a difference at all...I doubt it though.
Battery life???
Anyone using this root method long enough to draw some decent comparisons of root vs nonroot battery life? The insane battery drain is the sole reason i haven't rooted my phone running MM (been lazy to upgrade, but used my mom's phone running stock, bloated nougat and holy crap that phone was fast XD)
Works with latest update
Does wifi calling work on the u firmware or is that only a Sprint firmware feature? Just got aS7 trying to decide on rooting the Sprint firmware or switching it to the U firmware
sent from my Wicked S4/S6 hybrid
bodyshop said:
Does wifi calling work on the u firmware or is that only a Sprint firmware feature? Just got aS7 trying to decide on rooting the Sprint firmware or switching it to the U firmware
sent from my Wicked S4/S6 hybrid
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I think it's a sprint firmware feature, you'll need the apk for it.
Bricked during U firmware flashing
I tried all steps, the phone isn't coming on only, plus it is not being detected by my laptop also.
leeboski44 said:
To my knowledge the only thing that should be checked under the Options menu is Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time. Nothing else should be checked but those two. You should not need to use the PIT file at all. Leave that alone. In your post you state the g930 SPT...did you mean g930 SPR because I am not familiar with an SPT version of our firmware.
Try downloading unmodded(stock) version of ODIN 3.12.7. With that version ODIN I can flash anything to my phone with no issue at all whether it be eng boot or stock firmware and I have done all kinds of crazy combinations of these firmwares on the s7.
Simply load AP into AP, BL into BL, CP into CP, and make sure you load CSC_OYM on the first time loading the U firmware. Also, personally I always delete cache 3 times in recovery followed by 2 factory resets before I go into the download mode. And like the OP stated, clear cache after any flash as well.
Hope that helps...just remember that as long as there is stock firmware, and ODIN...you "should" always be able to return to a stock phone. Nothing is impossible, but you get the drift. :good:
I am so thankful the U firmware's LTE icon is soooo much larger than the P firmware. I can easily tell when I am on the LTE+ network ever since the switch, and guys don't forget to go the easy route when uninstalling the Samsung apps that come with the U firmware. Very simple...Settings>Device Maintenance>Storage>Apps>Select All. Make sure that no other apps have been installed when you do this or else you will simply need to select each app individually. But the stock uninstaller is amazingly fast....it surprises me till this day.
To the OP, I'm not sure if the Beats Audio requires the same as V4A, but in my experience Adapt Sound, Sound Alive, and SplitSoundService should be disabled by your Package disabler prior to flashing the EngBoot AP. It removes any potential popping which I can personally attest to on V4A 2505. I just do a search for 'sound' in Adhell.
Excellent post by the way. I have enjoyed the layout and think it is very easy to read. Not overwhealming at all like some other guides I have attempted to follow. I am trying out your sound mod as we speak... thanks! :good:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
can you get back into download mode by pressing POWER+HOME+VOL DOWN then VOL UP?
If so you can reload the factory firmware through ODIN and flash back to stock.
Hesitant on rooting... Mainly for battery life and lag. I remember the previous bootloader caused lag and you'd have to adjust cpu properties to kinda counter act the lag. That the case with this root method?
Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk
Hey guys, I want to root my pad. Is the warranty important?
I know if I root it, I won't be able to use Samsung Pass and Secure Folder, but I still want to root it.
Nightmare0 said:
Hey guys, I want to root my pad. Is the warranty important?
I know if I root it, I won't be able to use Samsung Pass and Secure Folder, but I still want to root it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Pad?
jhill110 said:
Pad?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I tried rooting the Tab S7 with magisk with no luck.
After flashing patched AP magisk doesn't show as installed
itzik16 said:
I tried rooting the Tab S7 with magisk with no luck.
After flashing patched AP magisk doesn't show as installed
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've successfully rooted it. Try to patch boot instead of AP
itzik16 said:
I tried rooting the Tab S7 with magisk with no luck.
After flashing patched AP magisk doesn't show as installed
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Extract boot.img.lz4 and tar it. Use magisk to patch it. Flash it by using AP slot and then wipe data.
jhill110 said:
Pad?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I mean Galaxy Tab
Nightmare0 said:
Extract boot.img.lz4 and tar it. Use magisk to patch it. Flash it by using AP slot and then wipe data.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It didn't work for me can you send me the TAR file you used?
itzik16 said:
It didn't work for me can you send me the TAR file you used?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vkAcCLa2PDTsall2Q97hfnJs6jPC-kIv/view?usp=sharing
It is too large so I cannot upload it. This is the Google Drive link. (Only for T970 ver. TH1)
Where do you guys find the official firmware to root it with magisk?
Sammobile doesn't have it
Sapiens said:
Where do you guys find the official firmware to root it with magisk?
Sammobile doesn't have it
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Samfirm
CSC code XSP Singapore Open
Nightmare0 said:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vkAcCLa2PDTsall2Q97hfnJs6jPC-kIv/view?usp=sharing
It is too large so I cannot upload it. This is the Google Drive link.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It does work, I patched it, flashed as AP, and root is present.
However, I have a weird issue now — when the display is turned off, either using the power button, or automatically after the timeout set in settings — it doesn’t turn back on for me now. When I press the power button now, the Tab goes on, but the display stays off.
Thought it was due to turning off autobrightness, think I’ve seen historically somewhere such behavior. But no, even when I turned autobrightness on now, it won’t come back on now. Every time it goes off, I have to force reboot, to make it turn back on.
Any idea what can be causing this?
白い熊 said:
It does work, I patched it, flashed as AP, and root is present.
However, I have a weird issue now — when the display is turned off, either using the power button, or automatically after the timeout set in settings — it doesn’t turn back on for me now. When I press the power button now, the Tab goes on, but the display stays off.
Thought it was due to turning off autobrightness, think I’ve seen historically somewhere such behavior. But no, even when I turned autobrightness on now, it won’t come back on now. Every time it goes off, I have to force reboot, to make it turn back on.
Any idea what can be causing this?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've tested, and I haven't got this issue. Try to turn on the "Magisk Core Only Mode" and reboot. It may be caused by some module.
By the way, the boot file I uploaded is only for Galaxy Tab S7+ T970, software version TH1. What's the model and software version of your device?
OK, that's the reason, I've got T976B. Will have to wait for the firmware for it and patch it then — currently not yet on sammobile…
I thought I checked that yours was the same version, but apparently not…
Thanks
Downloading
白い熊 said:
OK, that's the reason, I've got T976B. Will have to wait for the firmware for it and patch it then — currently not yet on sammobile…
I thought I checked that yours was the same version, but apparently not…
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've found the firmware for T976B. Use Samfirm to search SM-T976B, region DBT. Flash the latest firmware and then patch the boot file and flash it.
Thank you very much! )
I'm surprised — never used samfirm, thought it was obsolete, only always downloaded from the sammobile site…
You know, the tab s6 is the first device I've owned and not rooted.
I have instead installed samsung package disabler, pushed through a couple of ADB commands for shortcutter and gsam battery monitor. Honestly in practical terms I don't believe root is an advantage any more, infact it causes more problems than it solves.
There are apps avaliable now on the play store that with the granting of permissions can do most of if not all of what only rooted apps could do in the past eg. Xposed edge has been replaced with Edge gestures.
Granted there are some notable exceptions such as backup apps and kernel tweakers but nothing game changing.
I won't be rooting my tab s7 plus when it arrives for aforementioned reasons.
mikedavo said:
You know, the tab s6 is the first device I've owned and not rooted.
I have instead installed samsung package disabler, pushed through a couple of ADB commands for shortcutter and gsam battery monitor. Honestly in practical terms I don't believe root is an advantage any more, infact it causes more problems than it solves.
There are apps avaliable now on the play store that with the granting of permissions can do most of if not all of what only rooted apps could do in the past eg. Xposed edge has been replaced with Edge gestures.
Granted there are some notable exceptions such as backup apps and kernel tweakers but nothing game changing.
I won't be rooting my tab s7 plus when it arrives for aforementioned reasons.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have a TabS6 rooted and I don't have any problems at all.
jhill110 said:
I have a TabS6 rooted and I don't have any problems at all.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes you do, you just haven't come across one yet but you will. Widvine l1 support, losing your warranty after unlocking your bootloader are just two obvious ones.
I would like to know what you gain from rooting an 855 soc apart from what I have already mentioned? Not being sarcastic, honestly would like to know. Even true full custom roms probably will be very limited on a tablet, I'm guessing DEX is a pain to incorporate bugfree.
I can confirm it is working fine in a S7+ (SM-T970 EUX). At least in my case.
-Unlock OEM (under developer options)
-Boot in download mode (with the tablet powered down, press volume up + volume down and connect usb cable to PC)
-Long press volume up to unlock bootloader (you will lose all your data!)
-Download the original firmware (Using SamFirm),
-Flash it using ODIN in donwload mode (Optional, just to make sure you are using the same image you are going to patch)
-Extract boot.img.lz4 from AP_xxxx tar file.
-Decompress the lz4 to get the uncompressed boot.img
-Copy the file to the tablet
-Patch it using the latest Magisk Manager.
-Copy the patched boot image back to the PC.
-Recompress it as boot.img.tar
-Flash it using AP slot in Odin and reboot tablet.
You are done! Magisk manager shloud say now it is rooted. (you will also have a BIG warning every time the tablet is powered on, telling you how irresponsable and despicable you are by modifying the device)
Thanks to Nightmare0 and all the others that pointed the tools and hints to do it!
RedCrowx