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SuperOneClick easy root for 2.2 & 2.1

okay im having problems unlocking sgs on ugjk4 on sgs unlock app i get sorry no code found unknown error ??

that app no longer (or is having a hard time working) with FROYO firmwares. I used it to unlock mine when I was still in Eclair.
Maybe you should revert to a stock Eclair? Anyways, once you have the unlock and freeze code, make sure you write it down and save it in your PC.
Note: When I flashed to Froyo using Odin, network locked re-appeared and I needed to punch in the exact code I got when I was in Eclair. Now, It's totally unlocked. No more unlock code after that initial flash to Froyo.
Wish you luck!

okay new too this please understand i think got what u mean but how would i revert back to eclair never did this!!! so basically your saying be more easy to go back eclair then root it then SGS unlock will work then write code paper update back to froyo and unlock would work still.....is this correct ??

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i think figured out why get error code silly me forgot put sim!!! okay now what Sim must be inserted SGS unlock app (original Sim that phone locked to) or any Sim will do sorry i am new to this was i phone user for while

mr.galaxys said:
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i think figured out why get error code silly me forgot put sim!!! okay now what Sim must be inserted SGS unlock app (original Sim that phone locked to) or any Sim will do sorry i am new to this was i phone user for while
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With or without sim, you should be able to get the code since the code itself is for the phone and is embedded in the phone.
Sent from my GT-I9000 using XDA App

hmmm....then 2.2 sgs app doesnt work??any other ideas i dont wann downgrade just 2 unlock???

It's not a permanent downgrade. Flash back to eclair, unlock your phone, write down the unlock code and freeze code then flash back to froyo.
Don't forget to back up your EFS folder to your SD card and laptop.
Sent from my GT-I9000 using XDA App

android.francis said:
It's not a permanent downgrade. Flash back to eclair, unlock your phone, write down the unlock code and freeze code then flash back to froyo.
Don't forget to back up your EFS folder to your SD card and laptop.
Sent from my GT-I9000 using XDA App
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how would one do this(downgrade) i am new to this thanks...

[Q] SuperOneClick vs OCLF
Hey Guys, I have the i9000m through Bell Mobility, and today I rooted it using SuperOneClick. It ran and said completed successfully, and installed a SuperUser app on my phone.
What is the difference between this and the OCLF? Does SuperOneClick include some sort of "lag fix"? Is one method superior to the other?
Cheers!

OCLF does lagfix your phone, yes. However, it is outdated. I would recommend you to try z4root and z4mod.

I've heard about Z4 from a few friends, couldn't find it on the Market so I went with SuperOneClick. Thank you for the suggestion - I will probably try this one if I need to do it again.
I've also learned that most third party ROM's include LagFixes in their Kernel, eliminating the need for them in the rooting process.
Are there any real differences in the rooting apps?

What is your end-goal?

End goal, to educate myself on a few fronts of Android phones. I'd like to have enough knowledge to root, and install new ROM's (which I can confidently do). I'd also like to have a good understand of reverting to factory ROM and settings (if you could point me a to a descriptive thread on this it would be much appreciated!).
Just wondering if one rooting method is superior to the others

Hello, can anyone of you help me please? I see someone mentioned z4root. Now this is my problem:
I downloaded z4root, ran it and it seems like it started but after few seconds my phone just vibrated and then it turned me to my home screen, which means i wasnt able to root.
Could anyone be so kind and help me out with it?
My firmware version is 2.2.
Thanks in advance

Sorry - haven't tried it myself. But, you can use SuperOneClick if you like with a simple instructional video
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682

[Q] is superoneclick safe to root?
Hi, I want to root my froyo JPO with Superoneclick in order to install lagfix,
but the main problem is my 3 combo buttons not working..
Is it safe to do so?

I would work on getting your 3 button combo working before attempting any type of modifications. On the odd chance something goes wrong you need that to enter recovery mode or download mode. I believe there are a few faqs on it around the site.
As for super one click, I've used it several times flawlessly

Kops said:
I would work on getting your 3 button combo working before attempting any type of modifications. On the odd chance something goes wrong you need that to enter recovery mode or download mode. I believe there are a few faqs on it around the site.
As for super one click, I've used it several times flawlessly
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Agreed. There's a reason the 3-button fix is a pinned post in every i9000 forum. Fix that BEFORE doing anything.
WRT superoneclick, I've also never had any problems with it although your mileage may vary. Note that there are easier rooting solutions available although none appear to support as many firmware versions as superoneclick.

superoneclick android drivers?
Hello, i plan to use superoneclick to root my galaxy s phone. I went to superoneclick site and it said "You NEED to install make sure the Android drivers for your phone are installed". Now i have installed kies drivers, is that enough or do i need to install other drivers? Also, i have adb installed.

someone please reply...

Help in rooting.

So I downloaded the 1.5.5 SuperOneClickRoot thing. I downloaded my drivers. ADB says it can read my device (ie: adb devices shows my device ID)
I proceed to click on ROOT, and it roots it.
I proceed to click on SHELL ROOT, and it said I have a temp root on my phone and I need to reboot it.
I reboot it,
I click on SHELL ROOT.
It STILL says I have a temp root.
I turn off my phone. Pull the battery out. Reinsert. Repeat
STILL says I got temp root.'
I got update 2.1.
What the buck?

IMO, the best way to root is to install the x10 flashtool. You can find it here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
Basically, connect your phone via usb, make sure you have usb debugging checked on your phone, and hit root on x10 flashtool. You can use it to JIT enable your phone, install Xrecovery, clean and customize your phone. It's your best bet, if you have a computer that is.

convolution said:
So I downloaded the 1.5.5 SuperOneClickRoot thing. I downloaded my drivers. ADB says it can read my device (ie: adb devices shows my device ID)
I proceed to click on ROOT, and it roots it.
I proceed to click on SHELL ROOT, and it said I have a temp root on my phone and I need to reboot it.
I reboot it,
I click on SHELL ROOT.
It STILL says I have a temp root.
I turn off my phone. Pull the battery out. Reinsert. Repeat
STILL says I got temp root.'
I got update 2.1.
What the buck?
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If I am remember from rooting my phone a while ago, you don't need to press shell root. Only press the root button. You can also root with flashtool too. here is the link for the guide to help with flashtool and flastool link.
Flashtool computer application: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
Flashtool help guide:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928343
I know the person above me sent something too of the same thing sorry

Thanks. Is there a guide on how to use that? Like which version is it for? btw, Im noob at rooting X10's. It's my friends, and I come from the Desire Z forums... (T-Mobile G2).
EDIT: lol that was fast. thx!

What do u mean by that? Flashtool or superoneclick?
Sent from XDA Premium from my X10a rooted running 2.2.1 CM Rom from Rendeiro2005

sopdogg said:
IMO, the best way to root is to install the x10 flashtool. You can find it here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
Basically, connect your phone via usb, make sure you have usb debugging checked on your phone, and hit root on x10 flashtool. You can use it to JIT enable your phone, install Xrecovery, clean and customize your phone. It's your best bet, if you have a computer that is.
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Completely agree. I used that and it took me 5mins to do it in total (cz i had to read a guide, since I never rooted any phones before). Its very simple and easy.
I used this guide for my xperia x10a with 2.1 and .55baseband from Rogers. Worked great without any problems. Then I just flashed a custom rom and was happy!
If you got any questions id be glad to help as best I can.
- Captain Scrat

Backup Apps/Games/Data before Updating to 2.3.3

Hi Guys,
Now we are waiting to update to 2.3.3?
How should we backup all data & whats the method to update??
I m in SG & my phone is rooted, can it be updated directly or I need to flash???

if your bootloader is also unlock,
first you may flash(using flashtool) the new hongkong ROM(LT15i_3.0.1.A.0.145_Hong Kong.ftf)
after that, you may proceed to fastboot the hongkong ROM image file(LT15i_3.0.1.A.0.145_Hong_Kong_system.img)
- that exact procedure worked for me (was using global .181 ROM before this new hongkong ROM)
the files i mentioned are given on other recent thread, easy to find and you may just find the from there
and for backing up all your user apps, you may use Titanium backup, then restore it once u flash the new hongkong ROM

Rycon33 said:
if your bootloader is also unlock,
first you may flash(using flashtool) the new hongkong ROM(LT15i_3.0.1.A.0.145_Hong Kong.ftf)
after that, you may proceed to fastboot the hongkong ROM image file(LT15i_3.0.1.A.0.145_Hong_Kong_system.img)
- that exact procedure worked for me (was using global .181 ROM before this new hongkong ROM)
the files i mentioned are given on other recent thread, easy to find and you may just find the from there
and for backing up all your user apps, you may use Titanium backup, then restore it once u flash the new hongkong ROM
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thanks man, but I will wait for proper update in SE..my main worry is that my phone is ROOTED, how should I update once updates available in SG.
Also before updating (i assume that I need to flash my phone as its ROOTED), if I take backup with Titanium Backup, then it (TitBackup) will also be removed, then how will I recover my data after updating..
Sry if I asked something stupid

xperiax10.awesome said:
thanks man, but I will wait for proper update in SE..my main worry is that my phone is ROOTED, how should I update once updates available in SG.
Also before updating (i assume that I need to flash my phone as its ROOTED), if I take backup with Titanium Backup, then it (TitBackup) will also be removed, then how will I recover my data after updating..
Sry if I asked something stupid
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even if u wait for the proper update, the new firmware cant b rooted by using gingerbreak atm..
but its not a prob if u already unlock ur bootloader... u can try this first, n then when official rom for ur region is out, u can flash it back.. of coz its a hassle though..

xperiax10.awesome said:
Also before updating (i assume that I need to flash my phone as its ROOTED), if I take backup with Titanium Backup, then it (TitBackup) will also be removed, then how will I recover my data after updating..
Sry if I asked something stupid
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after flashing and rooting,
you have to redownload the titanium backup apps from the market then install and it will still able to detect the backup file stored previously from your sd card (under "TitaniumBackup" folder).
and of course you still have to install also the busybox app for titatnium backup to work.

xperiax10.awesome said:
Hi Guys,
Now we are waiting to update to 2.3.3?
How should we backup all data & whats the method to update??
I m in SG & my phone is rooted, can it be updated directly or I need to flash???
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I've a exact thread and I'm in your situation!
I'm also using TB to backup my phone and now wondering how can I restore it if the phone cannot be rooted.
My biggest worry is not the contacts/SMS/Call Logs/System settings, but the applications installed and their data. My search continues and so far its been a pitch dark

I think that it's matter of time for a new version of gingerbreak to work with Android 2.3.3.

I just updated my non-rooted phone using pc companion and didn't lose any settings/apps.

When I am searching for update, m always getting error "Could not connect to Network"
Strange!!

I just did the upgrade from PC SE update, it upgraded 2.3.3 sucessfully.
1st reboot taken 10 minutes, take long.
Yes, no more root, but no data loss, all apps + data are still there.
cheers
James

when we download games/apps from market, where does .apk files goes??

Guys now since 2.3.3 update is available in Singapore, please let me know how to take backup of all apps/games??
Or should I go ahead with the update, all data will remain intact??
Note: my phone is rooted with GingerBreak!!
Tried to update using PC Companion, but getting following error:
PC Companion was not able to connect to the phone. Please disconnect & connect again.
For support, see the troubleshooting guide.

You wont need to backup your data. To successfully connect to the PC Companion Software make sure you are in the correct USB mode. The PC Companion Software will usually display a message how to do so.

Since gingerbreak is not available for 2.3.3 yet, I'm assuming updating at this stage means:
1. You wont lose any apps/photos you currently have on your phone
2. Can't root with gingerbreak yet so you can't really use titanium backup to restore anything (if you need)
3. The crap wares which we had previously removed/frozen are now reinstalled on 2.3.3
4. Once gingerbreak is available on 2.3.3, we would have to root it again and then go through the process of removing/freezing the list of crapwares?
Are these the right assumptions? Can someone who has successfully updated to 2.3.3 confirm this? Thanks.
Sent from my LT15i using XDA App

Since my phone is unbranded I unlocked the bootloader and flashed a rooted GenericUK ROM. You can find it in the Xperia Arc development section. Of course all your data on your phone will be wiped, but you can use Titanium Backup to get itl all running again. Contacta were a bit messed up, no other problems encountered so far.
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for updating with SEUS
dun think there's a no need to backup unless u select repair
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I have updated my arc to 2.3.3 !!
just to confirm there is no NO NEED for backup (if u rooted ur phone with Gingerbreak).
All ur apps/games will remain intact!!

Rooting Xperia PlayOrange locked

I've been trying to root my Xperia Play, however, as most of you are aware, SOME Xperia Plays cannot be unlocked due to no fastboot enabled on some models (namely network branded ones) my question is, can anyone help me root? I've tried unlocking the bootloader with no luck, I've also tried GingerBreak 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3 and there's just been no luck, on Gingerbreak the screen just sits on rooting... running exploits... or something of the sort
any help anyone?

i'm going to assume you are on 2.3.3 or later, so my recommendation to you would be to downgrade to 2.3.2, root with gingerbreak, then OTA back to the latest OTA will take you too. i too, have (though it is now unlocked now) an orange device, and before i got fastboot enabled, this was the method i used.
even though bootloader is locked, you CAN still flash ftf files via flashtool. i'll grab the link to the 2.3.2 firmware in a sec, and i do recommend this method if you want root
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here is the post with 2.3.2
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14547231&postcount=1
literally just flash it with flashtool (you know how to use it?), and gingerbreak it right after initial setup. connect to wifi (please tell me you have it?!) and upgrade via OTA. and BAM!!! rooted 2.3.3

in the process of downloading flashtool and the generic play rom, I take it adb is required too correct? and would rooting not kill the OTA updates? at least that's what I've read anyway.
thanks for the help, I've been trying to root for about 2 weeks now and orange just won't let it happen.

OTA updates are killed if you delete any SYSTEM BLOATWARE apps WITH ROOTed Apps!!

You can almost see flashtool as an unofficial barebones version of the Sony Ericsson update. Flashtool just allows you to downgrade as well as upgrade. Provided you have the required package.
You don't need to download anything else as everything you need is included. Just double click the flashtool.exe (I think it's an exe, says summat about java *shrugs*).
Ota is only broken with removed bloatware (which is why you remove bloat after upgrading after rooting), or if bootloader is unlocked.
So,
Extract flashtool
Copy ftf into firmware folder
Install ggdrivers if necessary
Turn phone off
Open flashtool
Click flash
Select the ftf and tick wipe data
Confirm
And when prompted, hold the back button and insert USB and wait
Simple. Then root and ota obviously. If you need any more guidance. I finish work in an hour
Sent from my R800i using XDA App

well, successfully rooted my Play, thanks for the help! shame it's gonna cost me to get the sim lock off and be able to access recovery mode, ah well, I still have my root apps back, is there a topic here that advertises the precedure for rooting branded phones? if not, there should be, while I was looking around (I personally didn't see anything that stuck out) there seemed to be alot of people struggling with rooting locked bootloaders. just a thought! thanks again guys

if you mean sim Unlock,you should ask alejandroiss-whatever his name is

Will this method work with the r800x
Edit: meant the gingerbreak with 2.3.2
Sent from my R800x using XDA App

odst0016 said:
Will this method work with the r800x
Edit: meant the gingerbreak with 2.3.2
Sent from my R800x using XDA App
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you wont be able to use the ftf file included in this method, unfortunately, as it is for a different radio system (and therefore, uses different drivers) to the r800i. i'm pretty sure that in the dev thread, there are some threads dedicated to rooting the r800x in various ways, but as i'm not a developer or an owner of the x variant, i cant say i know what the methods involve etc. sorry. so i reccommend that you pop over to the dev thread, and have a look. it can be a hard place to find what you need, at times, but it is such a rich library of info, it's definately worth going to.
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Cat_On_Droid said:
if you mean sim Unlock,you should ask alejandroiss-whatever his name is
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254416
this guy is awesome!! not only does the process remove sim lock, it also activates fastboot mode on carrier branded phones (shivers with joy), AND!!!! unlocks the bootloader ALL IN ONE!!! alejandrissimo charges a fee for this (as it does cost money to run the process, sadly), but for just under £20 and getting what it gives you, the value added to the phone is just great!!
if anyone is serious about unlocking the potential of their phone, i couldnt recommend alejandrissimo more!!

Forget OTA update!!! Just update and root it on 2.3.4

Hi everyone...
For starting, I will not take credits on this... just to show you its working and fine:
- For those who are still waiting on OTA update, for not loosing ROOT, forget it. Now we have the zergRush method and its simple to ROOT. You also have a noob-step-by-step pdf guide inside (I used it and all went fine).
- Just update via PC Companion (yes, you will loose root) to 2.3.4 (I un-rooted my phone whit gingerbreak before updating, and also un-frozen bloatware and all apps, just for safe...).
- After update, just use the zergRush method linked bellow:
NOTE: I did formated SD Card and made a fabric reset for safe, before rooting
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1312859
I repeat: CREDITS ISN'T MINE. Just sharing it and confirmed to work on XPlay R800i with locked bootloader from TMN - Portugal.
Once again, thanks for all make this possible...

Agreed, but it's not showing an update yet for me (UK Generic), so I must wait!

dassub said:
Agreed, but it's not showing an update yet for me (UK Generic), so I must wait!
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I had the UK Generic on 2.3.3 and when connect to PC Companion (in computer) showed me the update avaible...
Anyway, you can flash 2.3.4 using flashtool and then root with zergRush... Read it on here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1274634
Its almost the same than using PC Companion... Its there no excuse to not update&root

Just use doomlords root tool kit in the Dev section works like a charm it's still using zergrush method but you don't need to punch in any adb commands just plug your phone in with usb turn on unknown sources and debugging fire up the tool and it does the rest for you!
Sent from my R800i using XDA App