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[Asus Fonepad 7] Dr. Psycho:
Everyone who's complaining about not getting answers to questions you've posted here - just about all your questions have been answered before, either in this thread or here. I understand that it's not convenient to read a long thread completely, but it's also not convenient (or efficient) for people to answer the same questions again and again.

I'll try to answer the most common questions here in one place to help you. These are short and concise answers. If you need more details, read the two threads completely.

Can I install OTA updates after rooting?

No. If you try to install them, there is a huge risk of bricking your tablet.

How do I get to 5.2.2 from an earlier version?

The update order was previously 3.2.2 -> 3.2.4 -> 5.1.6 -> 5.2.2 -> 5.2.5.

I don't know if 5.2.2 has now been bypassed.

Can I root 5.1.6?

Not right now, but if you can help me get some details from your device, I can make a version of OTADelusion for 5.1.6.

What can and can't I do after rooting?

You can do anything you want, but if you screw up, there is no going back. You'll have a permanent brick. There is no custom recovery or flash tool to restore the tablet to a working state right now.

What apps can I uninstall safely after rooting?

At least two people have posted confirmed lists of removable apps. Search to find them. Keep in mind that you are solely responsible for any damage that might occur by doing this.

I have the OTA update .zip file. How do I flash it?

You can't.

I sent you a private message with a question. When will you reply?

I won't. Sorry.

Are there any known issues with later version of the stock ROM?

Yes.

5.1.6 and 5.2.2 have a touch screen issue.

Some users with 5.2.2 have a broken WiFi hotspot and Miracast.

If you have any such issues, post them so we can make a list.

What information will I need to send for you to make a version of OTADelusion for my ROM?

Some values from your build.prop file and a packet capture file from tPacketCapture.

You can send me a private message if you need help.

Can I unroot my tablet, update to a newer ROM and re-root?

It might be possible, but it's not tested. If you're willing to take the risk, send me a private message.
[Asus Fonepad 7] Erario:
Does anyone have problem with 5.2.2 rooted and wifi?

On every boot i've always the wifi turned off, annoying... :(

Does anyone with unrooted device can check if is a real problem of the stock rom (i don't think)?
[Asus Fonepad 7] tapioco2000:
So if i root fonepad on 5.2.2 i''ll never be able to receive official updates (5.2.6 or kitkat for example) or delete root (in case of hardware problem) first of sending the fonepad to asus warranty center?

am i right?
[Asus Fonepad 7] CoaBalboa:
There are problems with signing keys. The 5.2.5 bring keys that Dr.Psycho used to make way to root a 5.2.2. version and it's now clear that every new update bring those keys and makes a way to sign zip archive with superuser and other files. If there is an another update (eq. 5.2.7) he can use keys those to make 5.2.5 rootable.

But my question is (i asked before but no one reply) where is this OTA downloaded (dlpkg file). I search thru device and didn't find anything.

And one more thing. If there is a way to make this OTA workable you need to have a full and originally system running. Nothing deleted because when OTA is applied, patcher checks all files on the device and if only one is missing or corrupted the setup will not continue.
[Asus Fonepad 7] Omadon:
Thanks for taking the time to respond.

First and foremost, I *DID* read all the two threads you mentioned (one with 49 pages and the other with 10).

I may be new to the Android system, but I am not new to computers and mobile phones or technology in general, and I have full command of the English language.

After reading all of that stuff, there was absolutely *no way* to figure out what exactly someone had to do. The only detailed, logic and confidence-inspiring tutorial is the one at the beginning of the thread, where you describe how to root the Fonepad 7 yourself. Everything else is vague, unprecise, chaotic, at times indiscernible, often juvenile and contradicting - hardly worth taking the risk of bricking a device worth several hundreds of dollars. In short, after reading through 60 pages which left me with a *severe* headache, I was not wiser than before, but just more confused. That was the moment where I tried posting these boards and sent you a message.

My question remains, how do you update from 4.2.2 to 5.2.2 ? Amazingly, still nobody has been able to lift that secret.

Some people post update files (partial update from 5.1.6 to 5.2.2, others post 5.1.6 to 5.2.5, and so on etc.) and when I ask the simple question how I should go about and update the Fonepad ? Some member writes, that you can't update manually anyhow. So why is someone providing links to updates which can't be executed anyway ? Does that make any sense ?

The second bizarre fact was that several people suggested the 5.2.2 update would come OTA after 5.1.6, though Theodorep63 posted that exactly this is not possible anymore, because 5.2.2 seems to have been taken off the server by ASUS. So had I followed that fabulous advice, I would have been stuck with an unrootable 5.1.6 like Theodorep63 right now.

Maybe you get the clear picture after reading all of this. Whoever comes to this thread to root a 5.2.2 Fonepad 7 won't have a clue what he has to do. Period.

So while you may have done a good job, providing for the root tutorial, I think you should treat everybody here - both Android junkie or noob - with respect and fairness and not jump to any conclusions.
[Asus Fonepad 7] Dr. Psycho:
I understand. Hopefully, the FAQ will make things more clear.

The ROM version is 3.2.4. 4.2.2 is the Android version, and it's possibly ambiguous. It's preferable to use the ROM version for discussions.

It's been mentioned before, but I guess I forgot to mention it in the FAQ. The only way to update is with OTA updates (Settings -> About -> System Update)

People post those links because they are needed (at least the links are) for me to make a version of OTADelusion for the previous version of the stock ROM. It's not easy to get those links, so they're actually helping.

5.1.6? Yes. Unrootable? No. I've started in the OP that 5.1.6 users can contact me if they need a version of OTADelusion for their tablet. I've had absolutely no volunteers.

Like I mentioned, we don't know for sure if 5.2.2 has been bypassed. We only have a single person saying that. Even then, I can make a version of OTADelusion for 5.1.6 if I get some volunteers.

I don't know how it could be more clear. The first post clearly tells you what you need to do depending on what version you have.

3.2.2 - update

3.2.4 - follow instructions

5.1.6 - contact me

5.2.2 - follow instructions

5.2.5 - wait

I'm not sure why you feel offended. All I said was that you need to read the two threads completely.

Just to be clear, my comment about not responding to private messages was not directed specifically at you (I didn't realize you had sent me a message when I wrote that post). I've been receiving quite a few messages asking for help, ranging from requests to support a particular version to "I have a question that has been answered multiple times before, but I want you to answer it again" to things like "can you please make my 3G connection faster?" over the past few weeks. The last thing I have time for is answering old questions. I've been meaning to make my stance on private messages clear for some time now and I figured it would be the perfect time to do so when I made an FAQ.

Trust me, I don't have the expertise, the time, the intention or any reason to be judging people here.

I'll have the FAQ posted in the beginning of this thread for better visibility. If you feel I've missed any common questions, feel free to let me know.
[Asus Fonepad 7] theodorep63:
Hello Dr. Psycho

First of all, let me thank you for your time and effort to help all of us to root our phones... I'm stuck with v5.1.6 and I'm willing to give you any info you want to help you make an OTADelusion for this version... Let me know what you need and I'll try to do it...

The info I gave about not being able to root to 5.2.2 OTA is accurate at least for Greece, where I live... After upgrading to 5.1.6 (previous 3.2.4 rooted with your method) system update says 5.2.5 (152.85MB)...

As for the procedures I followed, they were all written in the two threads which I read "breathless" from top to bottom... Even the capital "A" was clearly mentioned... But then again, English is not my native language...

Best regards

Theodore
[Asus Fonepad 7] cnpc1984:
Still can't root 5.2.2 (CN)? Looking forward to an early root.:fingers-crossed:
[Asus Fonepad 7] Omadon:
Hi again,

well thanks for taking the time to elaborate. I have no hard feelings whatsoever.

My main concern for all of this here is privacy. I just want to have clean, secure mobile platform without being spied on and without having apps roam my contacts, phone calls and other private data. I have no clue if I will be able to fulfill that but I will try. So far, I guess the Fonepad 7 is just a marketing platform. And the only reason for its cheap price is the fact they expect to make lots of money with our private data. So getting around this is difficult for sure. It's meant to be that way.....

As there does not seem to be an easy way to update to 5.2.2, I decided to stay with a rooted 4.2.2 for the moment.

Just a couple of questions: After rooting 4.2.2. I get a notification about a system update. I thought that rooted systems don't get OTA updates. Do you know what that update might be and should I download it ? My first guess would be no, so please confirm if that is right.

I tried a nice-looking privacy app called "privacy manager". I ran it once and since then, it does not start anymore, "Unfortunately, Privacy Manager has stopped". I had some other privacy apps like SnoopWall and another Antivirus Suite, which may have interfered. Are there any good privacy apps you can recommend to keep my contacts, phone calls and mails safe ?

And lastly, can I ever do a factory reset ? I have removed some of the bloatware, so will that be possible on a rooted 4.2.2. ?

Thanks in advance.
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
^^

if u removed bloats then DONT update anyway and it will brick your device!

as script in update check every file and if even one file is missing then it will fail( mentioned before!)

factory reset just formats /data folder and /cache.not system and relative folders,so no problem then with it! :)
[Asus Fonepad 7] cnpc1984:
HI Dr. Psycho

First of all thank you for always in the effort, I need to ask a new question, since you can make cheating k00e ota signature file. Whether can make cheating k00s update server signature file? Namely me7510kg this type of equipment
[Asus Fonepad 7] Omadon:
So I have a rooted 4.2.2 with removed bloats.

That means I can safely hard-reset ? And after the reset the bloats will stay removed ?
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
Yea,thats true
[Asus Fonepad 7] Fuad.kh:
unroot

can i unroot my device then re-root it on the same firmware?
[Asus Fonepad 7] eagleofdeath13:
Out of topic, but if someone want to use fastboot, it's possible on Windows with Intel's drivers : http://software.intel.com/en-us/android/articles/intel-usb-driver-for-android-devices?page=1

Fastboot just don't work on Linux (or i haven't found out how, but i tried hard ^^)
[Asus Fonepad 7] Dr. Psycho:
Just an update for people waiting for me to make OTADelusion for their version of the ROM - I'm really busy right now, but I should be able to finish it by the end of this week. I'll send you all private messages with instructions to get the update URL using tPacketCapture (or you can find the instructions in the other thread and send me the pcap file).
[Asus Fonepad 7] eagleofdeath13:
Out of topic n°2 : if someone can provide me the boot.img from a rooted tablet (launch "dump_image boot /sdcard/boot.img" on an adb shell) it could help us (and me first) to unbrick my (our) devices. If you can backup other .img, it would be a perfect backup to restore.

Thanks in advance ;)
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
ive dled asus fonepad note6 FHD fw file and was so interesting!!!!!

a zip file which includes as this tree i show below:

ME560CG-WW_10_16_1_37_2-UpdateLauncher.zip

|->UL-K00G-WW-10.16.1.37.2-user.zip

|--> folders: META-INF , recovery , system

|--> files: ifwi.zip , boot.img , fastboot.img

in system folder its same as its on phone,not like our OTA updates which has a *.P at end!

in ifwi.zip there is 4 .bin file

if it helps u i can upload this file (w.o system folder as its os huge! more than 1gb) and make a file so that we can flash our devices! hm? :)
[Asus Fonepad 7] eagleofdeath13:
I prefer to try with Fonepad7 files first, but yeah, upload them, it could be usefull ^^
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
Ill try to upload this night :)

Hope we can make a file and flash it manually!!! :)
[Asus Fonepad 7] eagleofdeath13:
I Hope too, i've seen that making a recovery isn't that complicated, and if we can flash it, we're good to go :D

(and it's the first step to custom rom)
[Asus Fonepad 7] Fuad.kh:
I think no one will install custom rom without a way to return to stock
[Asus Fonepad 7] eagleofdeath13:
No one? Yellow Triangle never stopped Sammy's users ;)
[Asus Fonepad 7] Fuad.kh:
Samung devices can be returned to stock but our devices cant but maybe if someone could find a way to open the bootloader
[Asus Fonepad 7] eagleofdeath13:
Open the bootloader? We have Fastboot, what openness do you want more? ^^
[Asus Fonepad 7] Dr. Psycho:
I addressed this in the FAQ

You really can't be sure what Asus is collecting when you have a very closed system. I wouldn't advise people to be this concerned with privacy, but if you are, your only way of being sure is to run an open-source ROM like CyanogenMod, and that's probably not going to happen any time soon.

Yes, factory resets are safe to do.

If you can get the update URL using tPacketCapture, I may be able to help. But note that I have very little spare time these days, so I most likely won't be able to make OTADelusion for more devices any time soon. If anybody else is willing to do it, I can point them in the right direction though.
[Asus Fonepad 7] Omadon:
not concerned with privacy ???
[Asus Fonepad 7] nicolap8:
On other devices I'm using LBE. For my experience it's very good.
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
a q

whats LBE? :D
[Asus Fonepad 7] nicolap8:
LBE Security Master:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1422479
[Asus Fonepad 7] fedy:
Does the procedure work for the me373cg (8gb) version?

Inviato dal mio V370 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
nope

it doesnt

but if u want u can send your build.prob and we will see it possible or not! :)
[Asus Fonepad 7] CoaBalboa:
sorry, but what is the different between me373cg and me372cg. mine fonepad7 is also 8gb version but i didn't seen marking 373.

ASUS FonePad 7 via TapaTalk
[Asus Fonepad 7] fedy:
In italy the only version available is ME373CG-1Y002A. It looks identical to the me372cg... I believe... I would like to buy it but only if I can root it because I have to set it for reverse tethering... unless it works out the box an usb-ethernet adapter with the usb-otg cable

Inviato dal mio V370 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
so u can wait if anybody else have and tell us more info about it!

:)
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
@qzsu0420

u can try vroot as u have MTK chipset,cant u?

http://www.mgyun.com/vroot

give it a try
[Asus Fonepad 7] tapioco2000:
I think they are the same product with different code names
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
need some Volunteer to test rooting on his device,who can help me?build number is not important!

contact me trough PM
[Asus Fonepad 7] futuro82:
Any news about the root FonePad v 5.2.5 ?

Inviato dal mio K00E utilizzando Tapatalk
[Asus Fonepad 7] eagleofdeath13:
Did you read previous post?
[Asus Fonepad 7] cnpc1984:
5.2.2 CN build root

HI all

Is currently 5.2.2 cn build will not be able to root? Before I've put the equipment send relevant information to the Dr. Psycho, we hope to get your help, to root the device. Thank you in advance
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
Send me your build.prob and ill try to make a file for you.
[Asus Fonepad 7] cnpc1984:
Thank you very much for your help. I've put the build is sent to your private email address. If you need me to do, please reply me. Once again thank you for your work, in order to advance the root, cheers
[Asus Fonepad 7] futuro82:
No I don't

Inviato dal mio K00E utilizzando Tapatalk
[Asus Fonepad 7] futuro82:
How ? Tell me please !!!

Inviato dal mio K00E utilizzando Tapatalk
[Asus Fonepad 7] qzsu0420:
I've tried,But failed.

So come here and Find a way to root k00s~
[Asus Fonepad 7] futuro82:
I try but didn't work

Inviato dal mio K00E utilizzando Tapatalk
[Asus Fonepad 7] cnpc1984:
Can I update to 5.2.5 root the device again?

Thanks for your reply
[Asus Fonepad 7] futuro82:
Yes I have the FonePad with 5.2.5 so, sorry can you help me in this root. I have downloaded the app but it was in Chinese and I didn't understand nothing

Inviato dal mio K00E utilizzando Tapatalk
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
@ all

read this post

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=51103095&postcount=565
[Asus Fonepad 7] futuro82:
OK I have understand, I will wait your news

Inviato dal mio Nexus 5
[Asus Fonepad 7] kuhno:
My device does not accept the 5.1.6 update.

I had some apps removed, but restored them with Titanium Backup.

Any way to get the update running?

Modifying the update package (removing references to bloatware in the scripts) and let it load from SD?
[Asus Fonepad 7] eagleofdeath13:
Zip file need to be signed ;)
[Asus Fonepad 7] Dr. Psycho:
Looks like a lot has changed since I was last active here. If it works fine for all users, MEHRDAD595's offline rooting solution would be far cleaner than OTADelusion, so I shall shut down the OTADelusion server when people confirm that the new rooting method works.

I had previously promised to work on a few things for some members here (but haven't been able to work on them so far). It sounds like the new rooting method should satisfy all of you. If not, you can send me a private message again with your request and I'll look into it.
[Asus Fonepad 7] MEHRDAD595:
Here we go:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2697931
[Asus Fonepad 7] qianw:
deleted
[Asus Fonepad 7] d0p3d:
Since it is not very likely that our device is gonna have its own forum here on XDA, I have put up a forum myself. There is a lot of information on the different threads here and it might just be handy to get more overview (if anyone is interested that is, especially the devs). So hope to see you there: http://www.anythingclickable.com/
[Asus Fonepad 7] arun483:
is there any possibility that it will come to 5.2.5
[Asus Fonepad 7] arun483:
I am not able to find the file can you please give me link
[Asus Fonepad 7] arun483:
I am willing to brick my device :D
[Micromax A116] sp1312:
New updated walkman 8.1.A.0.3 music player for our chd....

https://mega.co.nz/#!SJEzxbpI!gV0G4erT39JMC_Euof6Nyuzleq6prImQJJinu8bs4aE
[Micromax A116] devil.chin2:
Any link other than mega??
[Micromax A116] leo.riv:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2059203

Post #6
[Micromax A116] patelsavan:
Help regarding installation

How to install this app...After instillation will it clash with stock music app ?

Will it force close stock music app ???
[Micromax A116] leo.riv:
Read all instructions carefully before you begin

INSTRUCTIONS :

JUST APPLY VIA CWM or TWRP,

DON'T FORGET BEFORE INSTALLING,

PLEASE MOUNT SYSTEM,

WIPE CACHE PARTISION,

WIPE DALVIK CACHE,

INSTALLING ZIP FILE

WIPE DALVIK CACHE,

REBOOT & ENJOY...!!!

NOTE :

- DON'T Install This WALKMAN If your Android Version lower than JB 4.2!!!

- DON'T remove Video Unlimited it's make MOVIES Force Close!!!
[Micromax A116] saravan.v:
Need to learn how to install
[Micromax A116] sp1312:
Bro it is apk file...

Just install normally like other app..
[Micromax A116] sp1312:
It is not so much big file...

So u can down it easily on mega also...
[Micromax A116] devil.chin2:
But I don't want to bro..... Made some promises last time...
[Micromax A116] sp1312:
Then better u find other music player.. :p
[Micromax A116] Andromind:
My viper4android stop working

And my system music player also got force closed

:(
[HTC One X] M@c|-|oR:
Today I tried updating my ARHD from 31.2 to 33.1. Before and during the process I made few beginner's mistakes:

- didn't back up important data

- didn't do ful wipe (it is not mandatory :silly:)

After reboot I got constant Sense crashes, and I practically can't use HOX as a smart phone (calls and messages are still usable :good:). I am aware that most probably I will have to do the full wipe to make my phone woking properly.

What I am looking for is a way out of this situation, with keeping the most important data. Basically, I need data from few apps only (SMSes mostly, and some notes that were note backed up).

I was thinking of making a nandroid and extracting them out of there. Might be dirty, but

I do need this data

.

Where these could be located? How coulld I access them? Is there a way that I can access this data through CWM?

Every advise that will help is appreciated
[HTC One X] M@c|-|oR:
I made a CWM bakup, and in a data partition, I found a file "hc_sms.db" in data\data\com.handcent.nextsms\databases\ that is some 200+k.

Is this what I am looking for?
[HTC One X] M@c|-|oR:
Problem solved, thanks to wajahebat.

Data from cwm backup was ok, system was not. So, after full wipe I restored data only, and now my phone is working fine.
[General Questions and Answers] Ssamf:
Hi,

I bought a ZTE Nubia Z5S. This phone obviously has some really nice spec. I bought it in China.

The phone itself looks great. Screen is wonderful. It's light. Not too big. :) So good so far...

I tried to root it of course, since Chinese phones don't like Google Apps. I found many tutorials in Chinese. I tried them with the help of Google Transleter, with no luck so far.

I found some English sites regarding it, but still no luck. I simply can not install the CWM recovery. Have no idea why...

If you want I can send you the links I found so far. But what I really need is help with this!

Thank you! :confused:
[General Questions and Answers] mirceat:
I bought the ZTE Nubia Z5S from China as well.

No chance for safe root yet, I guess. I've tried Kingo root, it has recognized the phone, but the root process has been unsuccessful.

VRoot might work better, but I don't dare to try it, being still considered malware. Other root solutions have been researched, no one looks useful.

A thread from the bbs.nubia.cn forum describes a Chinese recovery, no root required to flash it. Entering this recovery, there is a root option you can apply to your phone. I'm a nubia forum registered user, but unfortunately I can't get to the hidden download link without Chinese knowledge.

My plan is to wait for MIUI to publish the first Z5S ROM, including root instructions. I'll go the MIUI way.

I'd stay away from Google apps and Play Store, noticing I can live without them.

There are reliable alternatives and some manual sync/update work wont hurt me.
[General Questions and Answers] Ssamf:
I rooted it with VRoot downloaded from a Chinese page, htcui.com. I managed to install CWM recovery witch is in Chinese, but found some pics, in a Spanish forum actually translated. I put on first a ROM from Needrom, but I did not like it. I read on forums that the ROM NubiaKing (htcui.com as well) is considered the best now. So I tried it out, but it has an installer in Chinese, (Aroma Installer) but with help from my Chinese knowing girlfriend a managed to install the ROM.

It is stable. Runs smoothly. The only problem I have with it, NO idea why, is that I can not sync my contact neither with Facebook, nor with Google+...