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[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tangosierra_:
Rooting gives "admin" rights - allowing you to make changes to the system files on the phone.

Unlocking bootloader enables you to write to the /boot partition on the phone ( ie flash custom kernel) which is normally not writable even with root access.

it is phone dependent. Some phones need unlocked bootloader to be rooted, some do not. We have several rooting tools for locked bootloader, it's in the general section use the search button.

There are different types of rom - stock based and CM based.

But before that - kernels are only compatible with android version. You cannot use, say, JB kernel on ICS rom.

Stock based roms ( UHD, Zelly Cream etc) do not need unlocked BL bc they can run on the stock kernel.

CM based roms ( CM7.2, CM9, MIUI V5) need unlocked BL because they cannot run on stock.

So if you have locked BL, you root, copy Rom into sdcard, install recovery then install rom.

if you have unlocked BL, you simply flash kernel then flash rom. No need to root because custom roms are pre rooted.

Rooting does no harm to phone. Unlocking BL via official method makes u lose DRM keys and warranty but u can always relock and get warranty back. ( providing service centre does not check for DRM)

This is a simple overview for a more in-depth understanding check the general section there are many great guides in there.

Sent from my MiUI-ed Xperia arc S

\ press thanks if I've helped /
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shuffle1990:
So, how about Xperia Arc and Xperia Arc S? does it require to unlock bootloader to root?

What is the main difference of Stock based roms and CM based roms? How to differentiate it?

Correct me if i mistake. Unlock the bootloader normally only required for flashing the custom kernel like lupus kernel which it is required for CM based rom. And if it is stock based it will only need root for the installation.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Phenomzye:
Firstly, Xperia Arc and Xperia Arc S use the same kernels, and the same ROMs, they're most likely the same phone. The stock-based ROMs, as far on my stay on xda I've learned that they are the ones based on the ROMs already released by sony, i.e Ice Cream Sandwich or Gingerbread. How to differentiate? Easy, on a first place the Rom Thread should clearly say if it's stock based or no, and you can see the tags [ICS] or [.587], or tags like that. CM based ROMs should be clearly stated too, plus it must say [CM10] or [CM10.1].

And yes, you're right, without unlocking bootloader you can still have a custom ROM, ICS based or GB based. You actually don't need root for the installation, and generally the ROMs that you install come pre-rooted. Hope it helped.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Someguyfromhell:
Just to correct this, unlocking bootloader allows custom, unsigned, kernels to be installed. /boot partition can still be edited by using stock kernels, which have been signed by Sony, these are the kernels within Flashtool FTF files. This can still be done with locked bootloader.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tangosierra_:
The thread titles will tell if it is stock or CM based

Ah yes forgot about the stock kernel, damn
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] agentg1001:
Hey guys, I wanted to know, is it a good idea or bad idea to put tape where the kickstand holder is on the case in order to keep the kickstand from falling off? Or would that damage the case over time? Also, could I possibly get a replacement kickstand since I've only had this case for less than 2 months? Thanks!
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nucleotide:
I've just purchased a new Xperia Z and overall, really love it.

That said, One thing that is slightly annoying me is the really grainy, low res contact photos. Is there any way to download the high res versions?

Thanks a lot. :good:
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xPoiled:
I would really like to have that as well. It's quite annoying to have a low res contact pictures to a 1080p display. Try uberSync facebook contact at the playstore.this might help you..:)
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nucleotide:
I don't have Facebook so this wont work. Shouldn't need it anyway.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] reptile64:
Option no1: add new pictures to all your contacts from the phone

Option no2: if you already uploaded high res pics to your Google account (on PC) only the "starred n android" contacts will be synced in HD
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] theprince1991:
Get hax sync. This.downloads high res photo's from Facebook.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xswistaqx:
@up
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nucleotide:
I've already uploaded high res pics.

Just tried adding a couple of contacts to Starred in Android and still no high res pics are downloading. Forced sync as well. Still nothing. :(
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dsteppa:
Here is your solution:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2116920
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] reptile64:
I forgot to mention that you have to clear data from contacts app first and then sync with Google
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] reptile64:
At last!!! After the new 4.2.2 update you won't need to make a contact "favourite" (starred) to sync in HD! They will all sync in HD! :D
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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
Welcome To the Complete Guide for Just About Anything for T-Mobile Galaxy S4!

All These Guides Have Been Brought To you By: AndroidRootz.com and techfanatic9's YouTube Channel. Enjoy, Subscribe, Check out the Site!

I have complied all the guides I have made of my T-Mobile Galaxy S4 and wanted to share it with the Android community. This thread is intended to help you easily find tutorials for your T-Mobile Galaxy S4. All the guides come with a video, complete step-by-step guide, and pictures for each step to make the process easy as possible, I hope you enjoy! :good:

I have personally tested every single guide I include below and they are all working since I tried them!

How to Root T-Mobile Galaxy S4 using ClockworkMod Recovery method

How to Reset Binary Counter/Flash Counter - I HIGHLY recommend you do this before unrooting your device!

How to Unroot T-Mobile Galaxy S4 using Windows

How to Unroot T-Mobile Galaxy S4 - No computer required! (Mobile Odin - Useful for people with a Mac/Linux OS or if you can't get to a Windows computer)

How to install TWRP custom recovery on rooted Galaxy S4

How to do a Nandroid Backup - I HIGHLY recommend you at least do a Nandroid Backup of your "stock" Android ROM so if anything goes wrong while your installing a custom ROM you always have a backup!

Learn how to install a custom ROM! - Take your phone to a new level by learning how to install custom ROMS.

How to get free WiFi tether on T-Mobile Galaxy S4 - I have been using this method for over a year and have never been charged!

How to get Google Wallet on your Galaxy S4! - This guide will show you how to bypass Google's restriction and use the Wallet app on your Galaxy S4!

I really hope this helps you, especially people who are just getting starting into the "technical" side of Android. I will be updating these guides if/when I release more....stay tuned.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ktetreault14:
Amazing. Thanks yechganatic
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
This is Great!

Being new to T-Mobile service and the S4, this will be very helpful to me.

I am Rooted with TWRP and would like to know if my S4 will accept the Port when I most likely port over my number from Verizon in a few days.

Update:

I just installed Wifi tether for Root Users, and it's working perfectly with security encryption WPA2-PSK protocol.

As a note, don't use the Android Wifi tether app with the Green icon.

Use the newer version of the Wifi Tether for Root Users app with the Gray & Yellow icons, version 3.3-beta2

http://code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/

I had installed the Green icon version first and didn't see the option to change the device, so I looked further.

This tip may help others, as I've seen posts in other threads by those installing the older version, saying it isn't working.

PayPal donation sent.

Thanks ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
Glad you are finding the thread helpful and thank you for the donation!!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
Anytime ;)

Btw, can my S4 accept the port from Verizon while it's rooted with a custom recovery? Tmo is going to port the phone number over in a few days.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
Yes from my understanding you should be fine. They should only need to use the T-Mobile sim card and possibly your Verizon sim card. They shouldn't need to use your Galaxy S4 to port over the phone number. Assuming your going to get a T-Mobile Galaxy S4 version.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
For clarification, I currently have my Verizon S3 active on a Verizon account.

I purchased the S4 on T Mobile yesterday to give it a trial run.

T Mobile issued me a new phone number.

In a few days I'll be porting my Verizon number over to my S4 on Tmo, and closing out my Verizon account, and just wanted to make sure the OTA port will take.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
I am 90% sure that you will be fine, but if you think you might run into problems you can always unroot your phone, wait for the port, and then re-root your S4.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] suicidalintentions:
you the man!!

Thanks bro, damn you guys r geniuses
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
Been experiencing Wifi tether dropping out after a few minutes of surfing on my pc.

My pc shows connected to the internet, but then it says connected but no internet access.

I removed Encryption in case that was the cause, but the issue still persists.

Turning Wifi Off then On again on the S4 fixes the issue until it happens again.

I thought maybe I was losing 4G LTE connection on my S4 but it showed strong signal bars and Wifi tether was active.

Any ideas?

It just happened again while typing this post.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
You used my guide I provided correct?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
Yes, I followed them as per the op.

I was still having issues so I followed the Settings changes in the thread below.

You can see my post over Here

I like the idea of using a vpn at both ends, but I assume Tmo can't 'sniff' out stuff even if you don't use a vpn. But it's good security anyway all the way around.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
Hmmm...I'll try to find a solution, but if I can't you can install a custom ROM that has native tethering hack built in. I believe Wicked ROM has that feature.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Red Dragons:
root + CWM install did not work

I'm new to the S4 but not to rooting. Followed the how to root instructions and it failed to work. After successfully flashing CWM with Odin, I reboot into recovery but it is not CWM, it is the phone's stock recovery. I don't have root access and CWM clearly didn't install, even though Odin says it flashed successfully. Any help would be appreciated.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] HellMystic:
Thankyou!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
I did the mods as per my previous post and everything's working well ;)

---------- Post added at 08:34 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:56 PM ----------

Smartphone Mobile Hotspot in the T Mobile - My Account app is showing mb usage while tethering with Wifi Tether for Root Users.

When I activate my vpn it is Not showing any usage.

The above is while using tether with the changes in my previous post, which includes a link to the thread.

Those using the tether should check it for themselves to be sure whether there is any sniffing going around ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ssean:
I have a T-Mobile Galaxy S4 and the CWM Recovery root worked great!

Thanks!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Malicemizeruno:
hot spot

hotspot completely doesn't work always ends up in error I've tried a million different options went back and forth up and down left and right nothing work... searched all kinds of guides online and everyone seems to have it working except me I have the newest version from Google Play I have no idea what's going on rooted root went fine.....can you tell me your exact options you have I searched other websites for their exact options but they do not work.......I'm using A s4 just haven't updated my profile
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] levi727:
My WiFi Tether settings and link to app

I've done the following (keep in mind, Mine has an issue with the "What the Hell! Your phone takes back control over the WiFi...."

But! If I start it up a second (or third) time, it seems to stay on :)

But, here are my settings:

Device-Profile: Samsung Galaxy S4

Setup Method: Auto

Encryption: unchecked (but I'd assume this to be your preference)

SSID: your preference

Channel: 01

MAC Spoof: unchecked

Don't disable Bluetooth: Unchecked

Access control: unchecked (But "should" also be your preference)

Keep Alive Checking: unchecked

Shutdown timer: unchecked (should be preference)

Idle Shutdown: unchecked

Literally, All I've really done since installing it, is change the profile to S4, and set the SSID to something different than AndroidTether.

I have to fight the What the Hell error a couple times, but it does work, and I'm able to get back on WiFi normally after I turn it off. (My old GS3 failed to enable the WiFi after running WiFi Tether, so each time I had to restart the phone, but this works fine)

Also, Side note:

The OP, contains a link with the WiFi Tether setup, but that page includes a link to the app in the Google Play store, which is now unavailable. Either on the computer, or on the phone, Google Play no longer shows this app in the library. Download it directly from the code.google.com site:

https://code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
Reset flash counter before or after root?

I have a stupid question. It says in the OP that Reset Binary is suggested before rooting. But the tutorial for resetting the flash counter asks for SU privileges, which I won't have until I root. Can someone clarify this for me. Thanks.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
How to Reset Binary Counter/Flash Counter - I HIGHLY recommend you do this before unrooting your device

I reposted the recommendation from the op.

"unrooting" is the key word ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
That is precisely my question - to reset binary counter, you need superuser privileges which I will get only if I root, right?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
Yes.

Please read your op again pasted below;

I have a stupid question. It says in the OP that Reset Binary is suggested before rooting. But the tutorial for resetting the flash counter asks for SU privileges, which I won't have until I root. Can someone clarify this for me. Thanks.

It doesn't say that in the op.

It says before UNROOTING, not before Rooting.

You quoted the op's recommendation incorrectly.

This is where the misunderstanding is ;)

So you would do the Reset after you are rooted, and prior to Unrooting.

For instance, if you need to warranty your device, you want to Reset prior to Unrooting, while you are still Rooted.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
Makes sense! I knew it was a stupid question! thanks.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
No question is stupid.

It was just that you reposted and read the op incorrectly.

It's easy to read Rooted and with all that's going on, think you read Rooted.

Just a play on words ;)

Btw, while you were typing your latest post, I added to my previous post.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
You misread it, it says "unroot".
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Punchatron:
I have the same problem. Did you find a fix for this yet by any chance?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Red Dragons:
Yes I found the answer finally in a thread somewhere....do NOT allow the phone to reboot back into the stock OS after the Odin install. Turn off auto-reboot in Odin and when Odin says done, manually reboot the phone into recovery(volume up, home, power) and then install the root file. Not sure why this wasn't mentioned in the instructions because as far as I can tell, it is the ONLY way for it to work.

Cheers
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] metazcq:
I most likely port over my number from Verizon in a few days.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Punchatron:
Youre a life saver! Thanks again.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Red Dragons:
No problem, glad it worked out for you. :good:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] rramonrosario:
Samsung Galaxy S-4(T-Mobile) Problems

Having issues trying to root the phone while in clockwork recovery it does not look like the one on your photo and I think you gave people the wrong clockwork mod version.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
Do you have option like "Install zip from sd card" and "advanced"? If you don't then your still on stock recovery.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Thibor69:
.

.

Great Great Tutorials here mate !! I do have a question tho ... I am trying to follow this guide:

How to Root T-Mobile Galaxy S4 using ClockworkMod Recovery method

It all seems pretty straight forward. I have not started it yet tho because I found this bit of info on

another guide to root my phone

Should I be concerned ?? My phone is updated to

M919UVUAMDL

Can I just follow the original guide listed in this thread from OP

(up above) and not worry about the "M919UVUAMDL" update ??

Thank you guys !

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*** UPDATE JULY 05th ***

Stupid me just read more of the tutorial listed above and it does in fact

also say you

MUST USE THE NEW FILE ... DO NOT download SuperSU.

Instead download ROOT_M919UVUAMDL.

=======================================================

FYI, this is my exact info:

PHONE: Samsung Galaxy S 4 ( T-MOBILE VERSION )

MODEL: SGH-M919

ANDROID: 4.2.2

BASEBAND: M919UVUAMDL

ROM: LAME STOCK FOR NOW

ROOT: NOT YET

RECOVERY: LAME STOCK FOR NOW

BUiLD NUMBER: JDQ39.M919UVUAMDL

SIM: UNLOCKED

.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
Since you're bone stock, Root via CF-AUTO-ROOT by Chainfire.

I'll get the link to you momentarily. It's one of the easiest, fastest methods to get Rooted.

You can then flash any custom recovery you'd like.

Update:

Link added......

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2294005
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Thibor69:
Ohhhh mmmmm well ok, thank you sir. That will put correct CWM on my device and root it ?? Even thou I am on M919UVUAMDL ?

Thank you !

PHONE: Samsung Galaxy S 4 ( T-MOBILE VERSION )

MODEL: SGH-M919

ANDROID: 4.2.2

BASEBAND: M919UVUAMDL

ROM: LAME STOCK FOR NOW

ROOT: NOT YET

RECOVERY: LAME STOCK FOR NOW

BUiLD NUMBER: JDQ39.M919UVUAMDL

SIM: UNLOCKED
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
No, that will Root your device.

You can then install a custom recovery afterwards.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] YourImagination:
Hello everyone,

I'm with T-mobile and I have unlimited data plan. As some of you already know, T-mobile enables hotspot for up to 500MB for no extra charge, but I want more.

So I rooted my S4 and installed the latest wifi tether v3.3 beta 1 and beta 2. I selected S4 as a device, changed SSID and when I enable it I get a message that says "Tether started with error. Please check Show Log". (Basically did exactly the same thing the video shows)

When I go to show log it says that file doesn't exist.

I tried to change devices, channels, I rebooted the phone several times and still no change.

Is there any way to fix this or is there any way to hack T-mobile's 500MB restriction?

Thank you.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ThatDude24:
Is there anything i should know before i go about and root my device. This my first time doing it coming from apple. I was waiting for video instruction and walla. Beautiful. Appreciated. Also since i dont have an SD Card at the moment, can i still go ahead and be able to Root my S4 or is an SD card mandatory?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] letruong.tn:
toi khong hieu

cai nay de lam gi vay admin
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
Nope, just transfer the file to your internal memory.

Also thanks for leaving the dark side :good::D:fingers-crossed:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] EtherealRemnant:
Wow. By far the easiest way I've ever had to follow to root any phone I've ever had... Seriously. There's usually so much crap you have to do and then the drivers don't want to work or you have to run a complex program and lose all of your data... Wow. Thanks!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] butch87402:
Alright just got my s4 today and I have a question how so I enable mass storage like I did on my last HTC phone.... I use isyncr extensively and it told me I have the wrong storage enabled and now it won't sync
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ThatDude24:
No needed
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] eric_f:
Awesome writeups! I'm coming from an Android 1.6 - 2.2 background and a lot has changed!

~Eric
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Reignogleph MMXI:
Since there isn't a forum for the MetroPCS version of the S4, and since the model number of that version is SGH-M919N (which is very close to M919), I'm hoping that this is the correct thread on which to ask questions about rooting. Has anyone tried rooting the MetroPCS version of the S4 and, if so, which versions work with MetroPCS, which uses a few specific inhouse apps to interact with their network's features (wifi calling without special hardware (cf. Sprint's Airrave), etc.)?

I'm especially interested in enhanced audio features (USB powered DACs with an OTG cable, highest quality playback and recording).
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] amix12:
Questions Re. S4

Hello,

I'm new to the forum and actually I have few questions re. the t-mobile Samsung S4........and would really appreciate any help :

- I upgraded to Android 4.3 google play edition, however I can't enable multi-window feature and can't find it anywhere in the settings

- My phone went from 4G-LTE to 3G for some unknown reason.....tried factory reset and re-creating the APN.......etc. nothing worked

- Is there a different flavors (other custom ROMS) compatible with the Android 4.3 ?? If not, is there any way to roll the O.S. / downgrade to 4.2.2 ??

BTW, my phone (M919) is rooted, unlocked.

Thanks a bunch.......:fingers-crossed:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] RC Cola:
Hey all, can anyone just confirm for me that on the T-Mobile Samsung, the M919 model, that the bootloader is unlocked? I was trying some more advanced tweaks I found around the web, and just wanted to confirm this since some of them ask for an unlocked bootloader but not specific to this phone.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
Yes the M919 bootloader is unlocked.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
- You can only get Multi-window if your running on TouchWiz, if your running on any Google Edition ROM your running on AOSP.

- It will show H+ instead of 4G

- You can just flash a different custom ROM to downgrade or flash a different ROM to get TouchWiz features.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] amix12:
Thanks for ur reply........

- Is there a TouchWiz that support / running on Android 4.3 ??

- My phone is only showing "H / 3G", it showed "4G / LTE" in the first couple of days (I think before upgrading to 4.3), then stuck with 3G

- Any suggestions for the custom ROM to downgrade ??

:good:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] twilightw:
the hotspot doesn't seem to work, I've tried everything, all failures
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] techfanatic9:
- No, Samsung has not released a 4.3 TouchWiz version.

- If it shows H then its "4G" and H+ means 4G LTE. You just may not be getting good enough LTE signals.

- Assuming your looking for a TouchWiz ROM try Wicked ROM. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2265998