yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Transformer TF300T Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Chris9446:
I'm on the latest official OTA of 4.2.1

Do I need to unlock the bootloader to root?

I read this http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2187982

and I'm still not sure whats happening... Do I need to downgrade to root, and do I need to unlock the bootloader to flash TWRP?

I know a bit of what I'm doing as I have rooted and flashed roms on an htc desire and a samsung s2x (t989).

On 4.2.1 theres the occasional hiccup and freezes when I use chrome... Is this still an issue in the custom roms? Also my Settings app crashes when I try to load the "Running" tab in the apps section of settings lol

Can someone point me in the right direct?
[Transformer TF300T Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] f69m:
Well, you have two basic options:

Get root without unlocking.

That is good, if you want to stick with stock ROM, but want to run Apps that need root access.

Or if you don't want to unlock for any reason.

More details in this thread: [JB ROOT] motochopper works! (Root JB 4.1.1 & 4.2.1 with locked bootloader!)

Unlock and install the patched TWRP for -4.2.

This will allow you to root stock ROM easily or you can install custom ROMs.

Be careful: You have the boot loader 4.2, which means you need to pick the patched TWRP for that boot loader and you need to pick one of the ROMs supporting the 4.2 boot loader.

People have bricked their TF300Ts not using the patched TWRP -4.2 version.

There are currently only two ROMs available, but more should be coming soon, as Asus has finally released the new kernel source code.

If your preferred custom ROM supports only the 4.1 boot loader, you need to downgrade. Or just wait a little, as you like... ;)

No and yes.

You can use the tool from the tread above just get root; no downgrading, no unlocking.

But yes, if you want to install TWRP, you need to unlock your device first.

You only need to downgrade for installing a custom ROM that does not (yet) support the 4.2 boot loader.

I have not used stock ROM for a while, but generally people report that most custom ROMs run much smoother than stock Asus ROM:
[Transformer TF300T Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cmendonc2:
I would suggest downgrading ti the 4.1.1 bootloader, as there is a much larger variety or ROMS available.
[Transformer TF300T Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Chris9446:
Thanks was a lot of great information! I rooted my pad and did a few speed optimization things such as re-trimming and now its much smoother! Maybe I'll try a custom rom later but as for now, I'm happy with the updates that Asus provides :)

I'll keep that in mind but I believe there should be more soon as f69m, stated that asus release the kernel for 4.2

I signed that petition in your signature as well :)
[Transformer TF300T Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danjng:
I'd say go for the 'full experience'. Having an unlocked device also allows you to reflash ROMs at will and can also help in a pinch when it comes to backups/restores. Also, if you happen to lose root, it's easily re-rootable through the bootloader.

I'd just be careful of the current TWRP 4.2.1 recovery blob. I just flashed the one released this morning and I am currently getting this weird double screen thing. Best bet is to sit tight at the moment; an update should be out shortly.
[Transformer TF300T Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] f69m:
Well, stay away from the TWRP 2.5.0.0-4.2 provided in some thread today, but TWRP 2.4.4.0-4.2 should still be working fine.
[Galaxy Note II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] n3gkiwi:
So I am able to change DPI and screen resolutions for apps but there are many apps that I cannot get into tablet mode. So far I can only get gmail and my settings. I tried many different DPI's and resolutions for contacts, youtube.... is there a list of apps anywhere that this can be done or am I missing something completely? Such as downloading the tablet version or are my settings just wrong?
[Galaxy Note II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nkvuong:
In the Xposed app settings, there is an option for Screen (dp). Usually setting it to higher resolution will make the app switch to tablet mode (800x1280 usually). For some app, you need to set the dpi of Play Store, forced stop, clear data and then install the app again to get the tablet version. I did this to get the tablet layout of Flipboard.
[General Questions and Answers] brownb56:
Running windows 7 64bit home premium. Trying to open heimdall.exe and get the error- "The program can't starte because MSVCP110.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Installed c++ redistributive for 64 bit system, no luck. Tried to reinstall and chose repair installation. Restarted after each attempt. Searched for the .dll and found it was still not installed on my computer. Tried to manually download and copy to the System32 file and SysWOW 64 folders. Tried running regsvr32 from cmd prompt but get error that it failed to load.

Have been searching for a solution but everything I have come across was either a different issue or was resolved in one of the steps above. Any info or suggestions is greatly appreciated.
[General Questions and Answers] MclDev00:
Since re-installing doesn't work, you can try finding a copy of that dll file online and putting it in C:\WINDOWS\System32. It may be that your copy has a problem.
[General Questions and Answers] 1bymany:
I'm a linux user and needed to flash samsung galaxy mini 2.

I tried heimdall and heimdall-frontend, but neither worked for me.

I now run a virtual machine with windows to run odin3..

Could it be that heimdall is not compatible with my phone?

grtz
[General Questions and Answers] psa47:
have a same problem, tested on two PC
[General Questions and Answers] FizzerUK:
I know it is an OLD!! post, but searching the error brings this one up first..

FYI

If installed vcredist_x64 try to ALSO install vcredist_x86.

Worked for me with the MSVCP110.dll missing Error!

Probably the .dll is only in the x86 library.

/flame_on ;)
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] tgzuk:
In particular on my inbox as i sometimes struggle to read text messages clearly

Thanks
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] Jargon:
PocketTweak

Use PocketTweak.
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] peteding:
Pocketweak I believe does not change the fonts of the content msg but only the msg list.

regards
[Asus Transformer TF700] pi345pe3:
hi,

I'm trying to record lectures in class, and the recording stops after a while saying that the video has reached its size limit. I've checked the size of my videos and it stops recording when it reaches 1.90GB. Is there a way record videos larger than that size?

Thanks in advance
[HTC Desire X] ckpv5:
As I notice there are some users who messed up his newly Jelly Bean updated ROM and unable to revert to stock Jelly Bean, I present you

the STOCK Jelly Bean with Sense 4+ for Desire X

For anyone want to use this ROM as his base for a Custom ROM, go ahead no need to PM me for permission​

STOCK Jelly Bean with Sense 4+ build 2.20.401.6 for Desire X​

neXus PRIME for the JB TWRP Recovery

doiutzu for testing the updater-script and other tests

And anyone directly / indirectly contribute for this ROM
​

100% pure stock ROM

Not rooted

No Busybox

Nothing extra

hTC update build 2.20.401.6 (with Heartbleed fix)

Android Jelly Bean 4.1.1 (JRO03C)

Sense 4+

Kernel: 3.4.0-g2b619a5

With this version you can download and flash OTA from hTC when there is one(you need stock boot.img and recovery.img)

Unlocked bootloader & Custom Recovery fixed for Jelly Bean

Recommended TWRP Recovery by neXus PRIME (http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=36714573&postcount=2)

For hboot 1.25.0002 only

Put the 2.20.401.6_odexed.zip on your sdcard

Make sure you already have the TWRP for JB hboot installed (NOT the stock recovery)

Make sure that you have the right JB boot.img already installed, if you are not so sure or don't know, fastboot flash the attached stock boot.img (For S-On DX)

Reboot to recovery

Make a full wipe is recommended

Install the 2.20.401.6_odexed.zip as how you normally install a custom ROM

Reboot once completed and you are done

Stock boot.img and Stock recovery.img attached here in case you want to revert to completely stock

Do not use the attached recovery.img to flash 2.20.401.6_odexed.zip, you JB custom recovery for this purpose
[HTC Desire X] ckpv5:
Old version 2.20.401.5_odexed.zip

http://sourceforge.net/projects/others/files/DX/2.20.401.5_Deodexed.zip/download
[HTC Desire X] ckpv5:
Reserve 3
[HTC Desire X] The Android Manual:
I smell something great :D
[HTC Desire X] neXus PRIME:
Statements containing "STOCK" dont usually mean "great" :fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed:

Desire X STOCK ROM 2.20.401.5 Jelly Bean Sense 4+

Although, i believe :angel:ckpv5:angel: has a great surprise for us (refering to his FULL JB SENSE4+)

Regards

Yasir
[HTC Desire X] doiutzu:
:D

I'm the happiest man alive

:D

Thanks

Tilapia running on

AOKP PUB Tilapia

faux123
[HTC Desire X] mzz163:
respect to developers

respect to all developers but after trying everything for DX, best combination is yasir and ckpv5. u both r awesome guys
[HTC Desire X] t0per666:
ICS

Can i flash this with stock ICS rom? thanks!
[HTC Desire X] hell_lock:
I have the same question Op.

And will it work on any cid?
[HTC Desire X] ckpv5:
Guys... as mentioned on OP... read the requirements:

For hboot 1.25.0002 only

If your hboot 1.25.0002 yes you can install the ROM

If it is hboot 1.24.0000 and below no you can't install the ROM

But I have Reserve post #2 and post #3 for a reason but I have no time to write these tutorial yet

post #2 - how to get hboot 1.25.0002 for some CIDs

post #3 - how to install this ROM on hboot 1.24.0000 and lower
[HTC Desire X] mintyx:
I bet post 3 will be most popular :o.
[HTC Desire X] rogio2:
stops could see some screenshots?
[HTC Desire X] Leon:
Excuse me for the stupid question ,but just to be shure...(cuz on file write odex, but i guess is this some kind changed??)This is stock rom with that i can recive updates via OTA ? and install them ? with this rom can i make format factory and etc ? How to install boot.img and recovery.img the stock ? I want all to be stock like ru ics.
[HTC Desire X] mrpeev:
Its not working for me and I dont know why...I did everything right but after instaling the rom after reboot its a black screen, I wait about half an hour but still nothing :( and my hboot is the right one 1.25.0002
[HTC Desire X] ckpv5:
You don't need screenshots for stock ROM ;)
[HTC Desire X] ckpv5:
Odex means stock, Deodexed means custom ;)
[HTC Desire X] ckpv5:
Which recovery and what kernel/boot.img ?

Black screen usually wrong boot.img or wrong boot partition
[HTC Desire X] Leon:
I bricked my phone...Black screen but i just cant flash this rom...

PS:

I will try again and will write late.
[HTC Desire X] mrpeev:
What boot.img ?! ...I didnt see boot.img attached to the post :confused: and I use neXusRecovery as you wrote in the requirment...but from where I can get boot.img ? Is it from here : http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=40187247&postcount=37
[HTC Desire X] rogio2:
does not work the download link
[RAZR HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] NetherR:
So I am looking to root but I still a few questions.

So if I don't flash roms or anything to revert to stock could i just use the factory reset built in to phones settings app (Razr HD XT925) and would that make it back to a fresh phone with no signs of root?

Also if i am going to flash roms and kernels if take a nandroid backup then even if I switch roms or kernels I can restore using the backup to stock rom and then I can just factory reset after i restore from my backup through the factory restore in settings to make it like a brand new phone agian?

Last question, say I wanted to get warranty would they be able to tell it was rooted if I did one of the two steps above? Sorry for all the questions I just kinda want to figure this out before I root my phone.

Thanks

-Riley
[RAZR HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tech_head:
1. that will not return to stock, that is not a flash. You would need to install the whole OS using once of the flash utilities.

You can remove root by getting rid of the SU application and such. They may or may not be able to tell. I've sent rooted phones back for warranty with no issues.

2. You would have to remove safestrap, etc. But yes you can go back to stock.

3. If done correctly, no they can't tell.
[RAZR HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] koftheworld:
Number 3 is not true. There is a second method that shows rooted status that right now can't be changed. I'm sure a method to fix that can be devised now with the unlocked bootloader but that in itself is irreversible.

sent from my xt926 RAZR maxx hd
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jaykresge:
First, here's the constants: I keep wifi/BT/GPS on 100% of the time. This was true when battery life was good, and now that battery life is bad. Disabling these will improve battery life, but will not fix my problem.

When the phone is sleeping overnight, I used to get 8-12% battery usage over about 8 hours. It was not uncommon to take the phone off the charger when I went to sleep, and wake up nearly 8 hours later with battery life in the low 90s.

Now, battery life depletes at 30-50% over the same span. Android OS is the culprit, which simply means to me that some app is draining me while the phone sleeps. However, this is only observed with wifi on. With wifi off, battery life is fine, near my original numbers. When I'm out and about, I leave wifi on, but not connected to an access point, and battery life is fine. This only occurs when connected to an access point and the phone is in sleep.

I cannot remember the exact time that this occurred, but it was likely around the 4.0.4 update or sometime thereafter. My usage pattern has not changed drastically. I at first suspected a deteriorating battery, so I bought a new one. Same results. In fact, I get seemingly better battery life by using the phone on wifi at home (screen on) than letting it sit in sleep.

So, any insight would be greatly appreciated. Stock ROM, stock kernel, unrooted, always have been.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jaykresge:
I've installed better battery stats. I've got two batteries, so I just pulled one. I'm putting in a fully charged battery and will let it sit for a bit. I'll use this to check wakelocks to get a better idea of what's going on. From searching Google and XDA, this seems to be a widespread problem within Android with no specific solution.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] immortalneo:
View attachment 1891900

"To err is human, to forgive is divine"

Sent from my SGS II
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jaykresge:
Found one potential culprit, so I removed the app. Now I'm seeing minimal wakelocks and still significant battery drain with wifi on and connected. Phone seems to use just as much battery whether the screen is off or on (it's not, just seems that way).
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] diko adrian:
i also experience this one too,

by doing search and search I got some solution from massive battery drain. .

1. battery is damaged

2. Media scanner consume the battery more than it should

3. USB connector is broken which is leading to battery drain
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jaykresge:
1. Battery is not damaged. I own three batteries.

2. Media scanner bug is not affecting me, thankfully.

3. Also not an issue.

My battery life is only affected when connected via wifi (wifi turned on but disconnected does not drain battery). This causes Android OS usage to spike. I've tried numerous suggestions. At this point, I just factory reset my router. I'm flashing a different firmware to my phone and will factory reset it as well. I'm at my wits' end on this one, but from Google, I can tell that this is a COMMON problem with no specific solution.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jaykresge:
Factory restored my router, made only necessary changes (like AP SSID and password). Reflashed phone's firmware, factory reset it, logged into Google account, set up wifi, swapped out to a fresh battery, and set it on my night stand.

After 6.5 hours, battery was down to 68% with Android OS consuming 70% of the power. Jesus...effing...Christ...
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jaykresge:
Changed DTIM interval on my router, on a hunch. First night's results? After 8.5 hours, device was at 97% battery, with Android OS using 11%. However, when I popped the screen on, it took a minute to connect to wifi. I'll play with this, but it's not a solution yet.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jaykresge:
Early results are promising. It's been 3 hours since I posted this, and I'm at 91%. That seems like 2% per hour, but my batteries are charged via an external charger (not inside the phone). So, they longer at 100% for awhile before showing signs of discharge. Having 1-2% battery drain per hour is typical in standby for me given that i always have wifi/gps/BT turned on, among other things. Prior to this DTIM change, this would have been at least 50% battery drain over this period of time.

Still, I was a bit drastic in my DTIM change. I set it to 255, which is absurd. Most places recommend a setting of 3, and my router was defaulting to 1 (IE, spam all recipients!). I'm going to try a setting of 3 and see if it causes any issues.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Anoopnk:
Seems like we both have same problem.....

Android OS is draining the battery....

But for me , even when wifi is off, its consuming a lot...

Help needed..

Edit: after a full batter drain out and then full recharge solved the problem (up to a mark), of course did a battery stat wipe.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fade2black101:
I can confirm that Wifi is eating up the battery

I have yet to find a proper solution and have been looking for many months now. I'm sick of having to use better wifi on/off to get wifi to go on and off depending on the screen being on. This is obsurd that wifi should use more battery than 3G.

If the new update doesn't address this bug, then something is seriously wrong with Samsung.

I have tried using a static ip and what-not, but not sure what else I can do with my router. So, like the op, any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

Unfortunately I'm not sure how to change the DTIM on my Virgin Superhub.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] damnation333:
you say you only factory restored your router. Is there firmware updates available for it though?

Also what processes are causing the main wakelocks (you got Better BatteryStats)?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SanD-82:
I have also this issue present on my moto x.

But it's not consistant.

When it's present, Android OS would spike even on standby.

I've noticied that this appears when I arrive at home, or if i charge the phone at home.

After disconnecting, Android OS will consume a lot of battery, until it normalizes itself without me doing anything.

Standby time when the issue is not present is superb. So I'm ruling out signal strength issues or router configuration (because if that was the case, it should be present all the time)

I cannot get rid of this issue.

A factory reset helps, but eventually the issue reappears.

I've disabled location services, I'm using GPS on the device only.

I've disabled location reporting.

I've also reinstalled Google Services...

No solution yet...

I'm now wondering if there's something related to broadcast on my WiFi...

Maybe when the pc is on...

Thanks.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SanD-82:
Uninstalling ES File Explorer solved my issue...

Enviado desde mi XT1058
[HTC Droid DNA] saintlikesniper:
If I'm on the latest (2.06) can I restore to an earlier version that is rootable and already unlocked? Or no, sorry relatively new to the processes for HTC phones.
[HTC Droid DNA] Bigandrewgold:
If you are not currently unlocked then no.
[HTC Droid DNA] saintlikesniper:
Damn so htc doesn't have the unlock on htc.dev yet so okay that answered my question along with my own insinuation. Thank you please come again

Also this is not sarcasm. Reading text can be very misleading
[HTC Droid DNA] Dave51495:
The DNA will (probably) never be on HTCDev. Verizon didn't want it unlockable.
[HTC Droid DNA] saintlikesniper:
We could raise attention to htc about it by petition
[HTC Droid DNA] wakkadojo:
Might make more sense to petition to Verizon since they're the ones keeping us locked.

Sent from my HTC6435LVW
[HTC Droid DNA] saintlikesniper:
True but HTC could update the unlock for the latest ota its the least they could do
[HTC Droid DNA] Bigandrewgold:
No, it's not HTC's decision. Verizon took the DNA off the bootloader unlock section of htcdev.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] lafester:
Release Day is Here!!

As of today it seems like Sprint and Best Buy have stock available. Online Sprint orders are shipping out next day.

All other outlets should be taking online orders with somewhat unknown delivery times.

Best price appears to be at Costco and now Radio Shack for $199.

***General Discussion***

Well we have our own forum now so feel free to post anything in here related to buying a new GS4.

We have root! Follow instructions here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2252248

We have ALPHA cwm recovery! Works but difficult to navigate at this time: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2254323

Huge thanks to Garwyn, Shabbypenguin and Crawrj for getting things started :)
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] Orwell1984:
Woo hoo!

Just saw this as I was starting work tonight. Can't wait. So will this begin eastern time? I will call before I get off work in the am. I'm on the left coast. Not really into being first on the bandwagon but my EVO Shift is on limited time. I've already repaired it once. I know I will miss my qwerty!
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] lafester:
SPRINT FCC GS4 analysis from S4GRU

http://s4gru.com/index.php?/blog/1/entry-343-a-short-time-from-now-in-a-galaxy-not-far-away/
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] lafester:
12am CENTRAL time the fun begins :)

Can't believe anyone is still using the shift!

I've had the following phones on sprint: Mogul, Touch Pro, Touch Pro2, Evo, Evo3d, Epic 4g Touch. Been running the nexus on Straight Talk for a few months now waiting for Network Vision to come to town.

Have to keep my Sero plan alive ha ha.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] xchampx13:
Will be pre-ordering coming from iPhone, I had the Shift actually before I got the iPhone :P
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] aliveon2legs:
I would wait 24 hours and see if any deals pop up on Wirefly, like they did for the One. They're not going to sell out in a day, I wouldn't think.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] lafester:
Yeah well with Sero I have to buy from Sprint. Wirefly is a good option for some though :)

Please post links to third party sellers as they come up and I will add them to the op.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] Orwell1984:
I love my shift. It does what I need it to do and I prefer a physical keyboard but understand they are becoming a thing of the past. Like I said I don't jump from phone to phone. My last phone was the fuze and before that the Hermes I think. When my screen finally crapped out late last month it freaked me out. No ability to communicate with those in my world.

On to bigger and better things.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] jdebutts:
Cannot wait!
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] testinguser:
I have sero as well, and have bought phones from best buy mobile before, but the hoops to jump thro to keep sero, I'd rather buy from sprint. I am tempted to purchase from Costco, tho
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] realpg:
i have to choose verizon
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] Deleted member 4244585:
Has anybody preordered through Sprint before? Will we GET our phones on release date, or will they be SHIPPED on release date?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] Orwell1984:
When is the release if preorder is tonight/tomorrow? I didn't see it listed.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] Deleted member 4244585:
Just talked to a rep online. According to her the 27th