yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Moto X Q&A] bullpen7979:
New MotoX from sprint.

android version 4.2.2

baseband msm8960pro_bp_2323.020.90.00r

kernel 3.4.42.-xline.

system version 139.14.1

build 13.9.0q2.x-116-mx-17-57-1

i did a fair amount of searching but could not find the proper instructions for obtaining root access for the moto x. Need root access or this device would be a deal breaker.

Can someone point me to a link? I would be much appreciated. Thanks Listers!!!
[Moto X Q&A] BrokenWall:
You must of not even attempted to do any real looking. This forum is not that large for the Moto X and there is plenty of information for you to see.

1) you have a sprint phone so you can unlock the Bootloader, install TWRP, get root no matter the Android version

2) there is a clearly titled post in one of the subforums that will tell you how to get root
[Moto X Q&A] bullpen7979:
I did search the web and the forums; I'm sorry. it was a long day, i had just purchased the phone and wanted to make sure i didn't brick it. I have rooted/jailbroken several other devices but wanted to know if the latest ota update would cause a problem for that.

Again, I'm sorry for for the excess forum baggage.

I'll try again.
[Moto X Q&A] moises1204:
that simple? i have the tmobile version with an unlocked bootloader but i been looking for ways to root it and i have not been able to do it, so you saying that if i install TWRP that would obtain root automatically?
[Moto X Q&A] bullpen7979:
I read where a previous method of rooting (pwnmoto or whatever) was shut off by the latest ota.

Please help a new guy out.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2487635

this thread is what I found. Please advise if this is the correct method. Thank you all, and sorry if I'm wanting to be sure I'm doing the right thing.

Thanks listers...I do very much appreciate any help.
[Moto X Q&A] KidJoe:
ownmoto or whatever?? um... ok... I can tell you haven't browsed the different sections for the Moto X here or you would have seen in the "Moto X Original Android Development" section that its called "PwnMyMoto"

Brokenwall gave you a way to root your sprint device, no matter what stock rom you're running... OTA updates or not. Granted unlocking your bootloader voids your warranty... and he didn't give you a 100% newbie step by step guide which it now seems you were really looking for.

Also in the Moto X Original Android Development is a thread titiled... "[Root] RockMyMoto (Yes, even the first OTA)" which is pretty obvious as to what it is for. If you took a few minutes to read it, you'd know it is what you want if you don't want to unlock your bootloader. Its not a very long thead (141 posts currently) so it wont take long to read. The original post contains everything you need, except how to make sure you have Telnet as part of your Windows install (there are posts in that thread later that say what to do to enable/install Telnet as a Windows Feature inside Add/Remove Programs).

Sorry, if I come across as harsh. I know you just want to root without screwing up your phone, and I get that. But I'm afraid if you haven't been able to look around and find this stuff, you'll likely not be able to properly follow and understand the instructions and will therefore stand a good chance of messing up your phone!!!
[Moto X Q&A] bullpen7979:
OK. I am sorry about the post. I know I'm at the mercy of the forum here.

I was up till 2 am getting this phone unlocked, but when I installed wireless tether it said I was not rooted.

Had to install sdk, get a long unlock code, etc.

Evidently I have yet to attain root access, but its not as though I"m not trying.

I have done rooted/jailbroken a couple times before with my htc evo/iphone, and am fairly computer literate, but I just can't hash this out.

I read this thread, but could not quite make out the steps. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2509590., The video has no sound, which makes it a little more difficult.

I have also read about an OTA on 10/7 or so that patched some of the root methods, so, at the risk of getting put in my place, I'm humbly coming to ask for assistance in helping get my phone rooted.

Again, I'm sorry for being stuck here and having to ask the question. I would greatly appreciate the assistance of someone who can speak to my specific situation.

Thank you and regards to those who can help.

Bull
[Moto X Q&A] KidJoe:
The steps taken in the video are exactly explained in the post.

There are a few assumptions.. 1. Your PC has telnet on it, or you know how to install it. (there is a link further in that thread which Windows users can follow. 2. You have ADB Driver and Platform tools from the AndroidSDK installed correctly on your PC, and Moto drivers installed. Again, there are threads on this already, so you'll have to find/follow them.

You could also try to follow this post -> http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=47067076 however, it uses puttytel.exe instead of Telnet so it will look a little different. It too assumes you've properly installed ADB Driver and Platform Toos from the Android SDK along with the Moto drivers.

Another option is the "Tool Kit" -> http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2477132 which is an "all in one" type tool that should set things up and help you too. I've not used it, but it appears to be a complete package including ADB and the drivers. Only thing would be if you want to use "Flash back to stock" you need to download the ROM file separately.

Right now, there is the rom the phone shipped with. If you have that, you use PwnMyMoto process to root it. The "camera update" that was pushed over the air. If you have that, you use RockMyMoto. And as of yesterday, if you have Verizon X, there is KitKat which can not be rooted (unless your carrier allows you to unlock your phone's boot loader)
[Moto X Q&A] bullpen7979:
I tried the puttytel thread, but I kept getting a timeout like this guy did:

"After running cydia impactor I see a popup for a second that says payload and then it disappears. I then try to run puttytel but it just keeps failing with "network error: connection timed out"." That was the error I kept getting.

The other problem I am currently having is not being able to push files to my device because it doesnt show up as a drive letter. I have usb debugging enabled.

I would about paypal someone for some help at this point. Bummed. I just want my device rooted so I can send my daughter the one I promised here.
[Moto X Q&A] bullpen7979:
I tried the puttytel thread, but I kept getting a timeout like this guy did:

"After running cydia impactor I see a popup for a second that says payload and then it disappears. I then try to run puttytel but it just keeps failing with "network error: connection timed out"." That was the error I kept getting.

The other problem I am currently having is not being able to push files to my device because it doesnt show up as a drive letter. I have usb debugging enabled.

I would about paypal someone for some help at this point. I'd even accept remote assistance via logmein. Pretty bummed. I just want my device rooted so I can send my daughter the one I promised her.

I have no idea why this process has been so difficult this time around. I have rooted, downloaded & installed custom roms, etc.
[Moto X Q&A] jayboyyyy:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2536200
[Moto X Q&A] bullpen7979:
Please help. I am out of ideas.

Isn't this just for the verizon model?

Guys/Gals/Developers.... I'm really stuck, and would greatly appreciate some help.

I have read thru the threads.

I can't get my phone to be recognized as a drive. Only a camera. Yes, I installed usb mass storage from play store. No luck.

I can't push files to the root of the device.

I have to believe it can be done, I'm just not getting it for some reason.

I'm really sorry, as I have said in multiple posts. Like I said, I would paypal you a reasonable sum if one of the more experienced people out there want to remote in via logmein and help. I know that sounds lame. I'm normally a guy who likes to research it all himself and do this.

I'm normally the guy who helps other people with this stuff, but I just can't hash this out. I've spent the last three days of my free time reading, researching, trying to get the thing to connect as a drive so I can push files to it and run them via adb.. Even went so far as considering buying a wireless adapter to put the files there wirelessly. I'd try now but I'm exhausted. If you can help, please PM me and we can work out something if you are willing. Thanks to those who have suggested methods. I do appreciate your help. I have tried them all except the last kit kat method which I thought was just for Verizon. I'm with sprint. As tired as I am, I'm afraid to brick the thing. I'm very close to asking for a method to restore the phone and take it back. I really wanted wireless tether. I need it for work and to run the ipad on occasion. Sorry this was a long post/thread.

Sorry I'm not as quick as the rest of you. Just want a rooted phone and can't seem to get it done this time on my own.

Any suggestions?
[Moto X Q&A] KidJoe:
No. That will work for any Moto X Developer Edition or Carrier edition with an unlocked boot loader. So T-Mobile, Sprint, etc.. If you can unlock your boot loader via -> https://motorola-global-portal.cust...e/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a/action/auth then you can root via this process.

To get your phone to show up in windows as Drive Letter, needs USB Mass Storage mode. Ok, You've installed an app for that, fine... but 1. I'm not aware of that app working, and more importantly, 2. I am not aware of any root method in these forums that requires your phone to show as a "drive letter" to work. So I couldn't even begin to suggest what you are doing wrong.

What instructions are you actually trying to follow? Why not post questions on it in that particular thread, including exact details of what you've done, what you see on your phone, any/all errors or messages, etc.???

And if what you really want to do is tether with sprint, I hope you have checked out threads with suggestions on hacks/ways that work to tether on Sprint Moto X before you worry about rooting.

For example, if you want to remain non-rooted, FoxFi could possibly be an option. As I am a Verizon user and haven't used it, I can't say how well it works for Spint, and I can't say how well it works for Verizon, just that Verizon KK users say it doesn't work, but it did with the JB/4.2.2 roms..
[Moto X Q&A] bullpen7979:
KidJoe;

Thanks for your patience. I'm sorry about all of this. I have tried to be as clear as I can be, but I will redouble my efforts. Let me read clearly that last link and I will post back. I do want root access for all the other cool things it enables too, so I'm determined to get it right. I just want to be careful not to miss something and turn a decent phone into a paperweight.

That link you referenced is exactly what I used to unlock. When I reboot the phone, I get a white screen with a red exclamation point that says bootloader unlocked.
[Moto X Q&A] bullpen7979:
Fox Fi is a no go

Update. Just tried Foxfi. Does not work with current status of unlock but not rooted. I need root, but how does one copy files to the device via usb? I remember there being a setting.

I opened a new thread on this subject. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=47740046#post47740046

Hope that's not against the rules. I really thing the failure is related to my inability (or ignorance of how to ) push files to the device.

Good gravy. This has eaten up WAY too much time.

Apparently its a mixed bag over at sprint. Some can some can't.

http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showthread.php?t=234246
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] M0ng0:
Hi,

i have buy this new phone and i want to rootit.

Cananybody tel me how does itwork?

I was searching for but i havenothingfound...

M0ng0
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] jancici:
hi

I did root my. I did follow instruction in this thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2448085.

I have rooted phone now, nothing more.

firstly I am trying to remove qslide panel from notification ...

and maybe later I will flash CM
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] noob.gamer:
Wrong forum buddy.
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] Avamander:
There is no subforum for LG-D605! So stay quiet.

Is the method for LG L9 working on LG L9 II?
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] Varcain:
Hello, please follow this thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2307188

CydiaImpactor works for root. Regarding CWM I am starting to port it since we have our device supported by Loki now.
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] kuma82:
We know y'all don't have a forum yet, but posting a Question Thread in the ANDROID DEV. Section? :eek:

This doesn't belong here
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] Avamander:
Yes, it doesn't but you can request a thread move

Sent from my flying car
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] kuma82:
Yup, and welcome to your new home.
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] Aeras76:
Hopefully someone able to dump the system files and post here;)
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] Avamander:
What files?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2307188

Sent from my flying car
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] 4Freedom:
ROOT==>http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2511695(my thread):good::good:
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] Avamander:
There is, please don't spread false information. Check out thread named "LG L9 II revealed"... Everything nessesary is written there!

Sent from my flying car
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] 4Freedom:
yes bro!

sorry i opened two windows one on l5 and one on l9 and i replied to l5 question in l9 thread

if you noticed i answered about cwm when he asked about root

sorry again, correct!
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] Avamander:
No problem, just it may have been mialeading for some

Sent from my flying car
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] roberto32:
root for 4.4.x and maybe 5.x : KINGROOT

if you're unsuccessful with tools like towelroot.... try Kingroot - it's pretty often updated and works great you can also stop apps from autostart ... really usefull tool
[LG Optimus L9 P760, P765, P768, P769] AWESOME1092387456:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSO-zVNDqdw

this guide might help you root the d605 :P
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] scux:
I am not responsible if you mess up your phone.

Tested to work on:

CM 10.1.1 - v6.0 coldblue_

Mokee 42.2RC4 (MoonLightV1.3.133q, MoonLightV1.3.135b, MoonLightV1.3.136)

Attention! After install fix at MoonLightV1.3.133q is necessary to do a wipe data/factory reset.

Testing for image sharing, so that does not guarantee full service.

Bluetooth works for me at CyanogenMod 10.1 version 12 by ilyaaa299. Only do not know how to fix:(

Thank to jegr6 for coldblue_BT and inspiration.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] Ax1qwer:
Thanks ( díky) :)
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] RBwai:
Could not open zip file. It could be damaged. Coud you please upload it again?

Thanks
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] season 8:
thanks.

it worked for me!!!
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] Ax1qwer:
Re-upload: http://d-h.st/ofx
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] RBwai:
I used MoonLightV1.3.136 and It work's. With FM radio this ROM would be almost perfect - very stable and smooth.

Thank's to all developers!
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] HeggyChan:
looking forward to the camera!:p
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] Djuganight:
just tested this fix in Mokee rom and didn't work.

Bluetooth turns on but can't see or be seen by other devices.

What I did:

- Installed Mokee

- reboot and follow the android setup

- then went to CWM again and flashed the fix

- after flash I did wipe data/factory reset and reboot.

Did I do something wrong?

---------- Post added at 12:22 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:10 PM ----------

just tested this fix also in Coldblue CM10_V6 rom and didn't work either

Again, BT turns on but can't see or be seen by other devices.

What I did:

- Installed CM10_V6

- reboot and follow the android setup

- then went to CWM again and flashed the fix and rebooted

Am I doing something wrong or the phones where this fix did worked have something special that mines doesn't?
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] scux:
Several times on and off bluetooth. Turn visibility on all devices.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] Djuganight:
really??? :laugh:

don't work....
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] SaVaS8_8:
+1
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] scux:
Works your bluetooth at coldblue_BT rom?
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] Djuganight:
it does turns on, but doesn't find any devices nor any device find the phone.

Resuming, doesn't work.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] Deleted member 1113235:
It does work but not always. I can play music through a blue tooth speaker. But I can't connect to my tablet. Ergo: It might work on your device ...
[Sony Xperia ZR] Lasantha:
I'm @ .67 and it lags to screen off when I put phone to face during a call and it never does during bt connected. I use bt while my phone is in my pocket so you can imagine rest. I use a motorcycle so no other option than bt. Any help?
[Sony Xperia ZR] nostupidthing:
it's normal that the phone screen is off during calls using the handset (w/o headset) bcs of the proximity sensor to avoid accidentally touches.?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] theusername:
I'm hoping to find someone who has the stock "bootanimation" file from the system/bin folder. Mine was accidentally written over, I'm trying to download a stock rom and extracting it. But if someone can save me some time and upload it or send it to me I would really appreciate it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] krelvinaz:
What is the location and filename?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] theusername:
Location is System/bin

File name is simply "bootanimation"

Thanks for your help!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] krelvinaz:
Sent you a PM with a dropbox link to it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] theusername:
Perfect, thanks!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] jamesc760:
I'd like the stock boot animation file too!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] krelvinaz:
Sending pm
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] krelvinaz:
File via Dropbox.

https://db.tt/TCNrKFsz
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] borgs:
My Magician is now protected inside a nice plastic case. I've managed to use MortButtons to make it mostly usable without opening the lid but...

I would like to have the system password protected. Does anyone know of a replacement password entry program please or, failing that, a SIP (keyboard) which can respond to the d-pad?

Thanks alot.
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] vijay555:
Try Omega one pass. It's great so long as you don't use another 3rd party button mapper. Good hardware key entry.

V
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] borgs:
Cheers, that's exactly the kind of thing I'm after!

Unfortunately, after instaling the trial I've found that after maybe 5 turn off/ons I get a white screen and the only way out is a soft reset.

Maybe I need a different version of it.
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] jaceuk:
try picture pasword you have to tap on the screen is a set secret loaction set by yourself,using finger or stylus

and its freeware

pm me if you find it sutiable cant find it anywere pal
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] O2mini_noob:
Would be nice to have a voice-activated security lock on your device. Like say for example, you get caught up in a bank robbery and the robber wants everyone to empty their pockets. You take out your Magician and say the words "lock" and the device will automatically lock itself.
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] jaceuk:
lmfao :lol:
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] borgs:
Nice, or, hand it over and say "electrocute"

jaceuk: picture password would be no use to me unfortunately as I would still have to open the lid. People may be asking, how lazy can you be, not wanting to open the lid, but this plastic sleeve I'm using has one mother of a locking mechanism - I may need to file some of the plastic down to be honest so its less of a struggle.
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] jaceuk:
mate i forgot to say picture password also has the option,to unlock the screen/device by button applicationusing the main ,four buttons

you can have 1 to 3 press of 1-4 buttons in any set paterrn you like

so that you can have a simple one button press or a code like tap of several buttons

hope thats more help
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] borgs:
Thanks very much for that mate - seems to work a treat! No need for any soft resets so far. Current version seems to allow up to 5 presses and also works with d-pad button presses!

vijay555: Thanks also for the recommendation! - just seems like that particular software doesn't like my particular setup.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] gibrannz:
Nice. Will it work with t-mobile in Los Angeles?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] the.joeba:
Thank you for this thread, I will try again with these steps.

A few notes:

This should be *#0011# I believe

I had to go 9. NEXT PAGE > twice before doing 8.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] imbmiller:
According to this :https://t-mobile.jive-mobile.com/#jive-document?content=/api/core/v2/documents/5736

Yes it will. Hspa+ only though.

Np Man, and good catch, fixed. I'll check out that step 8/9 and fix accordingly.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] the.joeba:
Thank you so very much. I believe opening up the bands made the difference, but I'm now connected to T-Mobile.

You rock so much!
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] imbmiller:
HELL YEAH MAN! I'm stoked that you were able to get it working. I pulled most of this info from the other threads but I'm glad if it made it easier.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] ka26:
got working for att post paid

Thanks to everyone here.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] imbmiller:
Most excellent! If you fiddle with acquisition order and make it gsm_umts it might identify your network type correctly.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] staplestaples:
My 1st newbie post:

Thanks for OP's excellent post!:good:

I have a Sprint Galaxy S4 is with stock MF9 (not unlocked).

I have spent days reading about how to get a rooted/unlocked MJA S4. But still could not find answer to the questions:

1. Will this also unlock international sim?

I guess yes, as domestic is harder to unlock. But want to hear the confirmation.

2. You mentioned you used MF9 rooted.

If I unlock it, then update to MJA, will that void the unlock?

3. Does this unlock works with MJA? If it works, do I need to unlock MJA first?

4. If I want a rooted & unlocked S4 with stock MJA, what is the simplest way and the correct order to achieve this goal?

Can I update to MJA, then root, then unlock?

Or do I need to root the MF9, then unlock, then update to MJA, then root?

If I update to MJA first, I can't go back to MF9, correct?

Thank you very much!

staplestaples
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] imbmiller:
Ok

1)i am unsure of whether mja can be unlocked internationally or domestic . If you read the first direction it actually instructs you to downgrade to mdc modem. I'm pretty sure the reason has to do with the options available to you in the hidden menu.

2)i used mf9 rooted as a starting point to downgrade to mdc to perform the international unlock. Autoprime said in the thread that upgrading to mf9 would keep the u lock however I haven't successfully upgraded to mf9 and kept the domestic unlock. I'm going to try to get it to work today but not with mja until there is a reliable downgrade option.

3)i have no idea. I wouldn't suggest trying until there is a reliable downgrade option.

4)i would really slow down and read the international unlock guide from [MENTION=2684188]autoprime[/MENTION] I think it will answer a lot of your questions. Like I said I would wait to upgrade to mja if you want a for sure domestic Sim unlockunlock.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] staplestaples:
Thank you very much, imbmiller.

I will just wait patiently for the MJA solutions before upgrading to MJA/root/unlock.