[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] shifattk:
I've recently bought this tablet for storing books and such for school and such that I won't have to carry around an extra 10 kilograms in my backpack. The Ematic Genesis Prime is a very basic Android Tablet that you would most probably find on eBay, Alibaba, etc. I've been trying to find if rooting was possible on this device. I've heard this saying - "Everything is possible on Linux", and so was rooting this tablet. While I was browsing around threads, I've found a way, and decided to make this guide, such that everyone who looks for the method will find it easily.

Rooting Guide

To root this tablet, we will be using Cydia Impactor -

I have done this method of rooting on my EGS004-BL. It should most work for other colours. (-BL or anything after the - dash is your colour, so in my case, it is black. ) It would most probably work for the other variants such as EGS102 (Genesis Prime XL), and EGW004 (Waterproof version of the EGS004).

Before you start:

I am in no way, shape or form, responsible for the outcome, positive or negative, of you following the provided instructions on this thread.

It worked for me, but that does not mean it will 100% work for you.

You are responsible for any side effects and damage caused to your device, your property, anyone nearby, or yourself, which includes, but not limited to, robbery, riots, injury, death, acts of god, epidemics/pandemics, natural disasters, government shutdowns, mutations, growing an extra arm or any limb, etc.

Rooting will void your warranty.

Preparing to Root

First, you will need to download the program from its website. The download links are in bold letters so it should stand out. The website is at http://www.cydiaimpactor.com

Once the download has finished, extract the .ZIP file onto your Desktop (or whichever folder you like).

Now, move over to your tablet. Hit the settings icon from your desktop or app drawer. Go to { } Developer Options.

One you're there, make sure that the options are on with the 'switch' on the top right corner of the screen. If not, tap it and turn it on.

Once the Developer Options are set to ON, check off USB debugging. Tap OK when the "Allow USB debugging?" window pops up. Screenshot:

Rooting

Using the USB cable, connect your tablet to your computer. Then, go to the place where you extracted Cydia Impactor and open it.

Once Cydia Impactor is open, click on USB and then Driver Scan. If you are asked to select which device/port, chose the right one and hit OK/Yes. Wait until it installs the drivers. NOTE: You may be asked to reboot your computer. If so, reboot first, then continue to the next step. Screenshot:

Once that's done, click Start in Cydia Impactor. DO NOT CHANGE THE TEXT IN THE TEXT BOX. It should try to root the tablet with the methods that it has in store. Wait until it roots your tablet.

Once it says it successfully rooted your tablet, reboot it for safety's sake. (You don't have to, but just do it anyways).

After your tablet has started up, open up Play Store and download a Superuser program. I personally like Chainfire's SuperSU.

After installing a Superuser program, it may ask you to update the SU binary. Please hit OK/Yes and let it update.

That's it! Your tablet has been (or should be) rooted! If you want to check, you can download Root Checker from the Play Store.

CWM Recovery

@dolorespark has created CWM Recovery for A10/A13 Tablets. The EGS004 is an Allwinner A13 Tablet so use the A13 version of it.

It's here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2189640

Custom ROMs

There is an unofficial CyanogenMod 10 for the tablet (meant for generic A13 tablets) available at: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2343531

Known Issues

- On EGS 102 (XL PRIME), Cydia Impactor will report an unsuccessful root job, but will actually root the tablet. (Thanks to @oldsoldier2003)

Hit the thanks button if I've helped you. If you ran into troubles, have suggestions, or just want to say that it worked, please don't hesitate to reply.