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[Transformer TF300T Android Development] WOEHAA:
That's what I came to understanding also.

On the other hand, Murphy's Law always seems to be applicable to my situation. I had the same thing with my Desire S. SO it figures that the version I bought will not be root (soon)

Although I am not going to MOD my HTC (I'm to dependent on it) I will do that with the TF300T once there is a stable version with no issues/bugs.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] Nekromantik:
Whats the WW converter for?

Does that mean you can downgrade to DE .17 root and use rootkeeper and then upgrade to OTA .29 and use the converter to change it into WW?
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] jgaf:
I think you misinterpreted the post, there's no converter. When UK, DE, etc. firmwares get the OTA from .17 to .26 or .29 they get transformed to a WW firmware automatically. As of now this prevent UK, DE, etc users to retain root after OTA.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] Nekromantik:
Oh ok thanks

So I would have to use US .17 and then rootkeeper then ota to .29 US in order to keep root.

Is the only difference between WW and US the localization? As only the Wifi models are out in the UK so network differences would not matter.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] David Dee:
I wish it were that easy.... Ota (over the air) updates, are pushed by Asus. If your serial number was associated with a ww or de, you will be pushed the ww update if you are on ww or de. If your serial number is ww and you have US, you will not receive any ota update. So you cannot ota to US 29.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] jgaf:
Not really sure what the differences between the firmwares are. As David Dee said, if you downgrade to a US firmware you won't get OTA updates automatically through you pad, you will have to flash them using an sdcard. So you will be able to update the US FW using the zip provided by ASUS on their website, but this will most probably break your backed-up root. Although some people have claimed that they sustained the backup after doing a manual update (not 100% sure on this experiences). So if you are willing for an adventure you could try using the US firmwares and see if it keeps the root when updating manually, but I won't promise it will work.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] rickpref:
I know, I know....that's why I said "don't know how I missed that"

Thanks for rubbing it in on my dumbass move... :)

Got everything working now.

Thanks for all the hard work you guys put into this stuff
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] Nekromantik:
Thanks guys. That sucks!

Hope we get NVFlash tool like the original Transformer. That means our tabs can be rooted without downgrading.

I am tempted to unlock the TF300 as I have never bricked any of my android phones in last 4 years so I am cautious. So warranty might not be a issue unless a internal part fails then I will be screwed.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] WOEHAA:
That indeed does sux.

Root meant to me: all the benefits of the stock firmware minus the suckiness of the stock software (you simply remove that) plus the advantages of apps with root access. All without the hassle and risks that come with custom ROMs

Btw, that talk of "downgrade to .17 and stay there" isn't possible IMHO. After a while ASUS gets really annoying when it comes to OTA upgrade. I could not tell my TF300T to shut up about it

Anyway, I'm now paying attention to the several Custom ROM topics.

Once there is a stable CM9 (for example) and n00b proof instruction of how to get that on the TF300T, I think I will take that path.

If I cannot have sweet drawing apps (like on the Ipad) I at least want to have to have access to all the sweet root apps (multiple login accounts, direct-WIFI-like transfer, etc)

Of course I have clicked the Thanks buttons where applicable :D
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] dnaL0R:
agreed, but noob proof ?

you mean noob friendly ?

we can't all be 1337, lolz ~
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] David Dee:
Is it really not possible for someone with a new tablet to extract the ww 17 blob and upload?
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] gasingvar:
I believe the problem resides in the .26 WW update (and maybe the .29 WW update).

That is - The .26 WW(and maybe the .29 WW) is replacing the /system partition - making root disappear.

I don't think the updates are "smart" enough to check if the .17 version they are updating is WW or DE (but I don't have time to check).

In short - unless there is some other way to root (the best would be .29, but .26 as well) or keep root we may well have to unlock to root.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] WOEHAA:
Fact is: we will never know as long as there is no WW .17 available.

But if there is, I am willing to try it (since the DE .17 trick did not work anymore after I updated to .26 and .29)
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] David Dee:
It is my understanding those who have not updated their .17 WW tablets are able root and root has survived both ota's to .26 WW and .29 WW with Voodoo. I think the problem is actually in going from DE to WW.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] Nekromantik:
Yes if you had 17 and used rootkeeper then you can update to 29 and restore root. I forgot to do that so am stuck as there is no WW 17 blob.

I could just risk it and downgrade to US 17 and then rootkeep it and then manually get US 29. Doubt there are any major diffrences between US and UK as hardware is the same.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] David Dee:
My previous post was in response this above. New devices with .17 WW are able to maintain root on OTA with Voodo. Would be nice if someone with a new tablet could successfully extract and upload a .17 WW blob file before updating.

I and many others are unfortunately in the same situation.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] TXKSSnapper:
People have tried to extract the blob, and were unable to.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] David Dee:
I know, but I continue to hope for a non-unlocking rooting solution for updated WW roms.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] gasingvar:
Are you _absolutely_ sure that it's the DE_epaduser9_4_3_26UpdateLauncher.zip (the .17 DE -> .26 WW update) that's messing with /system?

Can someone who's rooted, rootkeeper:ed, updated and restored root from .17 WW to .26/.29 WW confirm?

Someone who's absolutely sure of what they're talking about.

If it works I will scour the earth for signs of a WW_epaduser9_4_3_17UpdateLauncher.zip - file (if there is one. Which I honestly doubt at this point)
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] Nekromantik:
I find it very strange that the .17 WW blob is not anywhere while US is.

I think they meant the actual WW .29 update erases /system.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] MarcoHafkamp:
An update from de17 to ww26 is fatal for rootkeeper. Update to ww29 is not the problem
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] TXKSSnapper:
I don't think that many people had the WW version of the tf300 when Asus released the .17 files. The only reason we still have access to the .17 US version is because many people downloaded the files while they were available. Nobody seems to have downloaded the .17 WW files.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] dopediculous:
I'm on .17 and rooted, but long story's short, ota .29 got lost. I got the .29 blob file now where it needs to be. Rootkeeper is a go. Can I just use the adb cmd to update? Also, will it wipe everything? Thanks community!
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] jgaf:
What do you mean ota .29 got lost? If this means that you are getting no update available or try again later errors when manually refreshing the "check for updates", then keep trying you will eventually get the update. It is recommended that you don't do a manual update since it will 99.999999% break your root and you won't be able to restore with Voodoo RootKeeper. Updating the firmware won't wipe anything.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] dopediculous:
I had the ota, did Rootkeeper and when I went along with the update it booted into my teamwin revcovery and nothing happened :/

So I downloaded the file and pulled the blob file from the second zip. Checking ota in settings, time and time again the past 4+ days and nothing... blah...
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] jgaf:
Ah you're unlocked, then you won't be getting any OTAs anymore. You will have to update the FW manually using this guide(obviously this was created for the Prime but it works the same on the TF300T just use the TF300 zip updater). You will probably lose root after updating manually, if you do then flash the root zip via TWRP found here

If this doesn't work maybe try posting on the thread I linked here for the root zip, maybe you can flash the updater zip but I wouldn't know I'm not unlocked.

Edit:

Yeah I just read the second post on that thread and yes you can flash the FW using TWRP or CWM go check that thread

Best of luck.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] dopediculous:
Thx my dude! I'll post results soon. Thanks again!
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] David Dee:
Finally gave up on the 17 WW blob, exchanged my tablet for a new one, rooted, upgrade to 29 WW from 17 WW and ota root keeper worked perfectly. Only problem I have is Asus app backup will not recognize my abu backup files. Small price to pay for root, titanium, ad free, and no more headaches from that crappy backup program!
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] gasingvar:
I may have a couple of stuck pixels... Hmmmm... ;)

I had the same problem with asus app backup while switching FW versions like crazy, and I solved it by doing a backup with the backup program (with the same password as the older backups), and then I could restore the old ones.

*counting black/bleeding pixels*
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] WOEHAA:
Uhm, it was not possible to have the WW .17 extracted?
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] David Dee:
I actually tinkered with it for awhile, but couldn't figure it out. I did some research and found this post which confirmed it is not possible (at least with my level of expertise): http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=26230472&postcount=23

Sorry....wish I could have helped as I felt the same pain.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] dopediculous:
Ok so quick question...

My bootloader is unlocked and im on .17

I have the update .zip for .29, but every time I try to flash in recovery (teamwin) nothing happens. Just says "installing update" for well over 15 min. Any suggestions? Thanks guys!
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] jgaf:
Not unlocked so I wouldn't be much help. Just in case you need to extract the zip inside the zip you downloaded from ASUS, and flash that (2nd zip). Try going to the Unlock + Root thread and asking there. Good luck.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] WOEHAA:
Okay, tnx for trying anywayz

(where's that thanks button? .. ah there it is)
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] asrulz:
hi

New TF300 user here from Malaysia. Just want to check something ...

How ASUS recognize each tablet that want to update OTA are to be updated with its regional firmware? Is it by recognizing where the tablet was connected to ISP?

Last time when Android Market was not really full open for users from outside USA, we did install something on our phone to make Google think our phone are coming from USA and we can buy and install paid apps from Market. Using same method..can we make ASUS think that our tablet are coming from USA so that we can downgrade using US .17 and update OTA to US .26 and .29 (for WW users).
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] rlanza1054:
Hi all,

I had my TF300T rooted with the help of jgaf. But my 300 was lagging so bad it was basically a useless doorstop.

I called Asus Tech Support and they wanted me to do a wipe (not a factory reset) before they would consider my sending in the tablet and having them look at the issue or replacing it.

So I made a couple of backups and did a permanent unrooted (using VooDoo).

I then did the wipe and the tablet rebooted as if it came out of the box.

So far everything seems to be fine and no more lags.

Now, I'm trying to downgrade so I get back to having it rooted.

I remembered all the step and have be re-reading the instructions. I'm using the One Click Method, which turned out to be real easy.

My issue is this ADB stuff. I thought I had it figured out, but I'm going to try the steps that xAshxMoneyx provided.

But is there any utility to verify if we have a good ADB connection.

Since I'm using the One Click method and not using the Android SDK, which is really for the developers, the batch file is not clear (since it was really made for the TF100) if you have a good ADB connection.

Right now, I just keep selecting option 1 which moves the blob file. And it really looks like it's working but then after the tablet reboots I'm still stuck at .26 (not even at .29).

Thanks!

Rob

UPDATE: Looks like uninstalling the drivers as described by xAshxMoneyx. I managed to get down to .17. Thank you for posting a possible solution.

I spoke too soon, it did an upgrade to .26. I will try again, maybe the blob file was incorrect.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] Gam3r 4 Life:
Before I read your update I was going to suggest you recheck the blob file. But what I do when I get into a situation like this is just start from scratch. Delete all the files Im trying to use. Reboot PC, then redownload all files and try again. This has worked for me several times. And as far as checking if you have a good adb I always just open up command prompt (not the script), and then type "adb devices" and check for my serial #. If it doesnt show up then most likely any script your trying to run wont work either. So figuring out the adb issue is usually what needs to be fixed. But if your using the vipermod script all the needed files are there, so running the script from that folder usually works, and if not it included the needed drivers as well. Anyway hope this helps.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] rlanza1054:
Ok, I am going to sound like a bonehead!

After giving up last night, I got to bed and was looking at the settings.

I looked at the versions numbers in the 'About' section.

I was checking to make sure I used the correct blob file.

I glanced down two lines and released that I just might have been looking at the correct line for the version number.

I was looking at 'Kernal' and not 'Build'.

It I should have been looking at 'Build' then I might have gotten downgraded several times without realizing it.

So today, I'm going to try it again. Onward and forward!

Rob

UPDATE: I'm officially a bonehead! I'm rooted!
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] jmckeejr:
Sorry to ask this, but I have been searching for 3 days and can't seem to find a definitive answer. I just purchased this tf300 few days ago, and looks like it came preloaded with 10.4.2.13 (android 4.1.1). I bought the display model for half price, and used reset button in settings to clear data so I could start using it. Do you t think that I can somehow reset to the original shipping OS ( would it have shipped with ICS?) In order to root and then use root keeper?

I really want to root this thing, and having trouble finding correct guide to follow. I see a thread that is about downgrading from .26 or .29 to .17, but can I downgrade from this .13 to .17 using that method? Is my only option unlocking bootloader? And if so, can I root using method in this thread? Can I use the script "Debugf", or similar automated script? I would like to root without unlocking, but if it's the only option then I will unlock. But can someone help me find the correct instructions so that I don't have a brand new 400$ brick? I do have some technical experience with other devices, but am totally new to android and the tf300. Thanks a lot for any help.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] mikaole:
On JB only option for root is unlock, flash a Custom Recovery and then flash the root.zip.

But when you are unlocked its even better to flash a Custom Rom, cause your warrenty is already gone.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] jmckeejr:
Thanks. Is there a program I can use to fully backup my device before clearing it out? I have everything just about the way I want it, except for root of course. most backup apps I found only backup the apk files and not data. Is it possible to do a full backup somehow so that after flashing new ROM I can restore and have my apps, data, settings, and homescreen layout? Or can I batch install the apk files at least? Finally, is there a thread with list of available ROMs and features? Thanks for your reply.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] danyal241:
I updated to latest firmware through ota. I never had rooted my device when it was on ics. Can anyone tell me how to root or point me to the right guide.

Thanks
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] vap_66:
Well, since you're on JB, your only option would be to unlock the bootloader, flash a custom recovery and then the root files. If you want to keep your warranty and the ability to receive OTA updates... No luck. You will have to wait for an exploit to be found.

Trimis de pe Motorola Defy
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] danyal241:
Thanks can you point me to a tutorial on how to flash custom recovery and root files for it?
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] todd3835:
So I'm on JB, when I got the device, the previous owner had already upgraded it. Is it true there is NO way to downgrade once on JB? I hadn't seen that in the OP, and all the adb commands are NOT working...... I've even tried the ASUS Backup thing with no luck. Specs are: Android 4.1.1, Build #: JRO03C.US_epad-10.4.2.17-20121018
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] jgaf:
As of now there is no way of downgrading from jb to ics. If you want to root the only way is unlocking device.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] gravis502:
So where can we keep updates about unlocking and rooting ? I feel very upset since i can't unlock and root.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] DMardroid:
You can bud!!!

Go here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=33117887

You need to unlock bootloader first ...grab unlock apk tool

But first read.. read ... and then read. :D

The sticky has all kinds of goodies made easy for you

The who's who and how to's and videos for visual folks

Dive in!!!!! :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] gravis502:
sorry that i not mentioned before that i'm already keeping up with sticky thread. I tried the official apk but it's useless.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] pedel:
Hey,

Im on JB, when trying to unlock the bootloader I get this message "An unknown error occurs, which may be a network connection issue. Please wait and try again later".

Saw this thread thats links to here.

How can I unlock the bootloader?

Its US sku.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] gravis502:
Hi pedel. I've tried to do the steps that you referred as "this thread" and failed. Then I told this issue to Asus Support. They asked me about my device's info such as mac address and device serial number etc. After a few days from contacting with Asus, I used the unlock tool of TF700T on my TF300T and unlocked successfully. They said that there was a MAC Address complexity with their records.

I recommend you to use theTF700T's unlock tool first and if it's fails, contact with Asus.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] pedel:
Doesnt work here.

Got the same error. :(
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] gravis502:
Then only option is contacting with Asus mate, Goodluck.
[Transformer TF300T Android Development] eddyther:
Same here. Same error, even after registering the tf300 and even after trying the tf700 unlocker apk !
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] torqu3e:
Have only seen this in ICS and specifically mostly CM9, don't remember before that.

I was running imilka's port of the S2 branch of CM9 to the note and now the nightly build from xplodwild.

When I shoot video upto 480p the vid is covers the whole screen, but the moment I switch to 720 or 1080p it crops it by about 30% or so and even the output video is the same, which is quite weird.

Anyone else seen this and maybe knows of a fix, not too big a pain but would like this sorted, don't mind using 3rd party recording apps if that is the only fix.

Did try searching around but didn't find anything really relevant.

Sample video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFTqz4fV-u8
[LG Optimus 3D] GentlyCriminal:
After my phone got back from repair I had the "phone turning off" bug, I tried almost everything but can'T solve the problem at all. Who else suffers from the problem and who solved it so far?
[LG Optimus 3D] wayno140:
What android version are you on I thought it was fixed with gb

sent from my acidhazard thrill
[LG Optimus 3D] GentlyCriminal:
no, the problem started with gb, the reboot problem was on froyo
[LG Optimus 3D] wayno140:
Ahh I thought that's what you meant my phone has never shut off

sent from my acidhazard thrill
[LG Optimus 3D] arsen4oo:
Have you ever used overclocking?

Are you on a custom rom or on stock?
[LG Optimus 3D] cheong12001:
I have the problem on both froto and gb, and drain battery when the problem occur, i really want to know if there is a solution:(
[LG Optimus 3D] cyclonmaster:
Mostly when I get into that problem, I'll backup all my application+data and wipe factory reset the phone and fresh install custom firmware. Then restore app and certain important data only such as contacts, sms etc.
[LG Optimus 3D] cheong12001:
I have the problem no matter which rom i have used:(

Do you think the problem the setting related! ? i think it is hardware related
[LG Optimus 3D] cheong12001:
Suck, i have lost 25% of battery when i encounter this turning off problem again!! plx help, should i sent back the phone to lg !??
[LG Optimus 3D] GentlyCriminal:
things really get crazy somehow ! as i was sure that the problem was hardware related, I remembered that the phone never shut down on froyo, so I downgraded to 2.2, but no matter to which version i revert back, I just don't have signal !
[LG Optimus 3D] cyclonmaster:
How did you revert back your ROM? And how do you do an upgrade? Is it by flashing .zip from recovery of by KDZ method? If by .zip from recovery I believe you did it wrong since ding it that way is not include flashing baseband.

Wipe dalvik cache, Wipe battery stats, wipe cache partition and full wipe/factory reset from recovery. Then flashing.

Proper method to upgrade/downgrade is using KDZ method: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1287236

It will install the ROM and the baseband. After that don't restore any application yet. Check it first, is it still shutdown? Is it still no signal? Is it still have battery drain problem? If it is, then it's a hardware failure. Send it to LG Service centre.
[LG Optimus 3D] GentlyCriminal:
Man nothing against you, I know you wanna help, so thx for that, but I'm trying to get advanced help, all these common things aren't any problem and I know almost everything about them. I am asking if anybody succeeded to get rid of the shut down problem and if anybody else had signal loss after reverting back to froyo ? And the main reason why I started the thread, is because I know that there was the reboot issue on froyo and the shut down problem on ginger and this was a serial bug