yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Moto X Themes and Apps] jeffgt14:
I managed to get Viper4Android to work finally. I tried just about every combination of everything but this one somehow worked for some reason (I had to use Pie/Towelroot instead of Towelpieroot :confused:):

Note: Go ahead and have the Viper4Android apk already installed as well as Xposed Installer apk and Stericson's Busybox Installer

1. Root with Pie

2. Root with Towelroot

3. Hard Reboot

4. Root with Towelroot

5. Install Xposed and cancel reboot notification (I'm not even using Xposed but for some reason this is necessary to do)

6. Install Busybox

7. Modify build.prop with the following changes (as recommended in V4A official thread)

8. Open Viper4Android and install your driver

9. Uninstall Xposed

10. Soft Reboot

Everything has to be done in this exact order for this to work including installing Xposed for no reason whatsoever. As soon as I Soft Reboot I lose my write access but the V4A driver stays installed so it works.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Phalangees:
Sorry to pester, but it's been a few days. Could you at least provide some details? Is this something that you are writing a full app for?

Thanks.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] NipplesOfTheFuture:
I'm working with the developer for a fix. But I'm also developing a full app for system modifications (theming) using current temporary root exploits.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] NipplesOfTheFuture:
Moto OTA Away

I have an Xposed module that disables the OTA update notification. PM me if you want the APK.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] samwathegreat:
He isn't rooted. No root - no xposed - no ota disable.

I guess that module might be good for those who don't have Titanium Backup, but the easiest solution is to use TiBu to freeze "Motorola OTA". No more update notifications, and no possibility of a forced update.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] NipplesOfTheFuture:
Well, in the event they decide to root.

I don't think Titanium Backup works with the temporary root since system apps are restored on full reboot.

Can anyone confirm this? TB would be a much better option.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] samwathegreat:
It does. Myself and several others have used TiBu (in conjunction with TowelPieRoot) to freeze "Motorola OTA" and kill the update nags.

Strangely, it persists all reboots. I don't understand HOW, since we have no write access to /system, but it does indeed persist.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Verttex:
Can confirm. Froze the OTA a long time ago, 2 months ish. Survived lots of new TowelPieRoot.apks and loss of root.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Captain Enchilada:
Xposed error?

This might be a bit off topic, but this is the error I'm getting with xposed. As usual, XT 1049 4.4.2.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] jeffgt14:
Use root checker and see if you still have root. I seem to lose it randomly at times.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] brainwash1:
I just looked in xposed on mine, and have the same message. Gravity box and my other modules are working fine so I have no concern at this time.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Captain Enchilada:
Xposed Working!

I guess the error in Xposed happens because TowelPieRoot doesn't start before Xposed requests root. Anyways, if you install/update Xposed, then soft reboot, everything seems to work fine. Doing a full reboot (or shutdown) will cause Xposed to be uninstalled, but reinstalling and soft rebooting will restore everything.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iKrYpToNiTe:
All that error is telling you is that you previously had Xposed's app_process installed but now it isn't and Xposed didn't uninstall it. This is normal since you're write protected because it gets removed on a reboot, so Xposed is just warning you hey I didn't uninstall it but something did. I get the error all the time while I'm testing trying to get Xposed to work for everybody.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] samwathegreat:
Just in case some of you haven't seen the news:

BL Unlock Exploit coming soon! (per jcase) : http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/general/request-help-exploit-moto-x-bl-t2828471

DO NOT TAKE ANY OTA UPDATES IF YOU WISH TO BE ABLE TO USE THIS!

Take any / all discussion to the thread linked above. This thread is for discussing TPR, not BL unlock....
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iomthd:
Thanks for this, I was able to root and take care of some residual files in my /data folder. Very cool.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] badshah.mb:
is this only for moto x or can it root any 4.4.2 android device that can't be rooted by towelroot?

need help : http://xdaforums.com/general/rooting-roms/request-root-xolo-8x-1100-t2867960/post55256544

my device is not rooting with towelroot, may be bcoz kerrnal after 3rd june .........
[Moto X Themes and Apps] badshah.mb:
plz confirm if i can use towelpieroot on my device, and will it have any negative incedents like bricking the phone or bootloop etc ????
[Moto X Themes and Apps] brainwash1:
If you tell us what phone you have we might be able to answer.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] badshah.mb:
Xolo play 8X-1100

specs:

- 1.7 GHz Octa Core MT6592 Processor

- 2 GB RAM

- Android 4.4.2 KitKat

- 700 MHz Mali 450 GPU

http://xdaforums.com/general/rooting-roms/request-root-xolo-8x-1100-t2867960/post55256544

Any more information required pls ask
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Ksehwail:
Can you elaborate??

I am also with T-Mobile I have Moto XT1053 4.4.3.... I tried using towel pie root and it says successful. After doing so I am able to use any app requiring root, also I can use terminal emulator and enter su. However, I lose root when the phone is reset, I have looked and tried different methods but am unable to root perminatly.. Do not want to unlock BL until my warranty is up. Can anybody let me know if there is a way to keep root in my situation
[Moto X Themes and Apps] samwathegreat:
The ONLY option for what you want is to unlock. Period.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] beelbeel:
Hi iKrYpToNiTe, do you still plan on updating this with a fix for people that are having xposed issues, or is that no longer the plan not that there is a potential bootloader unlock?

Either way, thanks.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] fakieskr8333:
I think he said a few pages back they were still working on it but it isn't quite ready.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] beelbeel:
Ah, missed that. Thanks!
[Moto X Themes and Apps] oquinones:
No this root method is a temp root. There is an option in the app to root during boot up but I could never get that to work. I just manually run it whenever I need to reboot.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Markmaster:
It's all because the Moto's file system is write protected. This is temp root (like tethered jailbreak for the iPhone).
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iKrYpToNiTe:
I'm close to releasing an update, just ironing out some bugs that keep appearing with my testers. The update to get xposed working is very finicky and was very unstable in the beginning, but I was able to get it fairly stable now.

Also Moto G support is coming in the update, I've had two different Moto G models confirm it so far.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] beelbeel:
Awesome! Thanks for all of the effort.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] badshah.mb:
hi

can u release update for other devices running 4.4.2?

even if it will be temp root, its ok .... but need root .....

rgds
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Phalangees:
This app is very specific in the way it obtains root. It can't simply be ported to other devices, unfortunately. It would essentially be an entirely new app.

Thanks for your hard work iKrYpToNiTe. :good:
[Moto X Themes and Apps] scottshebs:
this didnt work for me. moto x 4.4.2 verizon. supersu wont install.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] samwathegreat:
You don't use supersu with a temp root... Any app that requests su access is granted. No su manager required...
[Moto X Themes and Apps] scottshebs:
didn't know that, thanks
[Moto X Themes and Apps] jeffgt14:
Any reason why my phone seems to unroot itself about every 24 hours. I have to reboot my phone and reapply root every day.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Markmaster:
I saw this thing too. I noticed this by using Xposed. At one moment the Xposed module have lost it. It is all because write protected.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] jeffgt14:
Yea busybox and Viper4Android is all I have installed. I’m just curious as to what actually causes it to unroot since everything seems to work fine for about a day and then it just unroots itself seemingly out of nowhere. Rootchecker will even tell me I don’t have root anymore. I don’t know if there is some sort of system check that gets ran in the background after certain time intervals or fixes itself automatically or what.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] bpear96:
Oh thank you android safe mode! I fixed my moto g bootloop
[Moto X Themes and Apps] r_diaz13:
So even though it's not officially "supported ", this seems to gain root on the 1053 4.4.3 as temp root.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] r_diaz13:
Same here
[Moto X Themes and Apps] lmalinofsky@gmail.com:
Middleman in China Redux

Just in case this root method can't work on your 4.4.4 phone:

FWIW (on my XT 1060 - Verizon Moto X) even with 4.4.4 on your device the middleman in China is probably a good bet. It's as easy as using PayPal to sbdnyy@163.com with your IMEI. (First, make a $45. payment via PayPal to the same email.) Request an unlock code for your phone model and specify the email address to which it should be delivered.

Just to provide an idea how responsive this gentleman is, I today did just what I recommended above. THIRTEEN MINUTES LATER I had a response from him, saying simply wait 24-48 hours (which I'm doing now). (I sent the original email about 11 AM Eastern time.)

13 minutes?! Seems he's very much alive and that I'm almost certain to get the code. I'll post if it works.....

Peace

PS that Taobao stuff is no longer necessary and PayPal works great. :)
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Verttex:
This is fixed in the next update, whenever [MENTION=4850320]iKrYpToNiTe[/MENTION] decides to release it.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] r_diaz13:
I know he is going to release an update, just curious how some people get it to work and others don't having the same set up. Root works perfect. I have Titanium back up now and it's great. Just xposed not working, which is unrelated to the trp itself
[Moto X Themes and Apps] robd007:
can't wait...!
[Moto X Themes and Apps] r_diaz13:
Second that. That's what I use on my nexus 7, stock rooted with xposed /gravity box and it's just perfect. The Moto X for me it's perfect. Root and xposed is all I need for GB and tb. [MENTION=4850320]iKrYpToNiTe[/MENTION] thanks again for the great tool.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iKrYpToNiTe:
Updated the OP with v1.1 hopefully no issues arise if they do post them here.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] TechGuy77:
Thanks for all your hard work! Tried 1.1. It failed to achieve root the 1st time but was successful the 2nd time. Also attempted the option with xPosed after a reboot but it failed the 1st time but worked the 2nd time. I attempted to install xPosed in it's installer and it was successful but the soft reboot failed and it performed a full reboot. Seems a few bugs but its a good start.

Maybe I missed it but I can't seem to mount /system/ or make it rw to copy any apks to that directory, even if just temp. I've read some can make it rw but I sure can't.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] agent20x:
Works for me on XT1060 Verizon Moto X. Seems to be a little buggy still though. When selecting yes when asked if I plan to install xposed, it says "failed to achieve root". If I exit the app and open it again it says "rooted already". I then install xposed, soft reboot, and everything works as expected.. Root on reboot does not appear to be working for me. I am happy with what I have now though. Thanks for all your work ! :cool:
[Moto X Themes and Apps] fakieskr8333:
All good for me so far on xt1060. Got rooted and xposed installed. Got quite a few modules up and running with no problems. Haven't performed a full reboot yet so I'm not real sure what issues I'll run into when that happens.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iKrYpToNiTe:
Okay yeah the failed to achieve root is a known problem I haven't been able to get around, to check if it ran correctly exit the app and clear it from most recents. Then reopen the app, by doing that it removes the app from running as a root process which is causing the issues.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] sergethug:
In case you didn't get tour unlock code, jcase released yesterday his unlock method using sunshine, and is only USD 25:

[MENTION=373605]TheRoot[/MENTION]Ninja: SunShine support for Moto X, Droid Maxx/Ultra/Mini is live now. All 4.4.3 and below devices, some 4.4.4 devices

http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/general/request-help-exploit-moto-x-bl-t2828471/post55607814
[Moto X Themes and Apps] :
I was able to move SuperSU to /system/app last night and it stuck after reboot. I did a full reset using rsdlite to replicate it today and its a no go.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Gabriel Haddad:
Man, it works fine on XT1058 with 4.4.3!!! Tks!

I also can't install the Xposed framework. I give the same msg "failed to create a backup or /system/bin/app_process".
[Moto X Themes and Apps] chrisp6825:
It looks like 4.4.3 may be fine on moto Xs, just not moto G.

From my perspective at least

tapa'd on my moto x
[Moto X Themes and Apps] pjsockett:
That's the same thing that I got. I had to uninstall TowelPieRoot,reboot 2-3 times, and then redo the original PIE root to get it working again.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Gabriel Haddad:
Perhaps that's the only way now.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iKrYpToNiTe:
Sorry I didn't think about people who were still currently rooted with Pie. I updated the OP stating people who are currently rooted with Pie need to fully reboot their phone before running my app. I will be adding an uninstall option when I get a chance.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] anonxlg:
is this the towel or pie root?

pie works on 4.4.2 and below, towel works on Android phones with a kernel build date < Jun 3

my moto g is 4.4.3, but kernel date is may something

so hoping good things
[Moto X Themes and Apps] bigv5150:
Its actually a combination of both and the OP already stated that it doesn't work on moto g with 4.4.3. Another member bootlooped his moto g using this.

This is really clever kryptonite especially rerooting on boot up. I'm unlocked from China but my buddy has been stuck on 4.4 waiting for root. I'm going to let him know about this so he at least can get to 4.4.2.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iKrYpToNiTe:
If he's on 4.4 he can disable write protection with MotoWpNoMo and then install Safestrap and either my Krypton Rom or my stock 4.4.2 I have on rootzwiki. As soon as I get a hold of the 4.4.4 update I will throw together a stock version for Safestrap and Unlocked, shoot my X is still running the factory shipped 4.2.2 bootloader even though I unlocked ;)
[Moto X Themes and Apps] lokurandroid:
It worked in a moto x 4.4.3!
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Vinyborges:
Dev, your apps works, congrats for that!! But any chance to xposed framework works to? Because like others members, I try to install and a error screen popup with the info "read-only file system".

Thanks for all work!! It's amazing what you guys did!
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iKrYpToNiTe:
I don't and have never used xposed, that's up to other people to figure out. One thing I will suggest off of what you said about the read-only file system. Try either going into root explorer and toggling rw in the /system partition or open a terminal app type su hit enter then type mount -o remount rw /system or whatever the remount command is lol. Then try running xposed and see if it works, if I get some time I might try xposed to see what could be causing the issues, but it might be a week or two.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] :
Xposed works fine here.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] brainwash1:
Yes xposed is working with gravity box and greenify on Republic Wireless Moto X.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] chrisp6825:
mount -o remount,rw /system

If you're having trouble getting xposed going try this:

Reboot fully, as in power off then power on.

Run this app.

Open xposed and apply framework, bit hit cancel on the reboot popup.

Then do a soft/warm reboot. Xposed has a button for soft reboot at the bottom of that screen. Or use another app like Power Menu.

That should do it. Unless your running into some other issue. If so, let us know, we'll see what's causing it.

tapa'd on my moto x
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Vinyborges:
Dev, I did what you told me, but didn't work. If you could check it when you get time, we will be glad!

Thanks for atention and for all!!

Hi,

Install the root app, reboot, install xposed and try to install framework, but only i get it's a answer "read-only file system". I can't apply framework, soft reboot doesn't make difference. What more can I do?

Thanks!
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Verttex:
Well done, my friend. Glad this method actually evolved into an easy to use app. +1 works on Verizon Moto X from Sep 2013. Many thanks to you ^_^
[Moto X Themes and Apps] bigv5150:
No he is rooted and w/p disabled on 4.4 but didn't want to lose xposed. SS is always an option but I noticed issues when used on my bionic is it better on the maxx/motox. I never liked using ROM slots can we install on the stock side. I remember you could on the bionic.

sent from my unlocked XT1080 "your kungfu is not stronger than mine"
[Moto X Themes and Apps] AllDanDay:
When I enter the terminal command it tells me I do not have permission to do that. Though I have updated XposedBridge.jar, I just can't update the app_process.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] chrisp6825:
When you guys run Towel-Pie-Root and touch the Make it ra!n on Moto button, does it change to "root achieved enjoy"?

Can any other apps (such as root checker apps) obtain root permissions at all?

--

There is no need to reboot after applying this root method. It is only required to soft-reboot after xposed installs its framework (if it allows you to).
[Moto X Themes and Apps] r_diaz13:
Man... Major profit today... I was able to use the new apk and installed xposed with gravity no issues at all... Thanks [MENTION=4850320]iKrYpToNiTe[/MENTION].... Amazing tool... Really smooth... 1053 on 4.4.3
[Moto X Themes and Apps] yamaha83:
awesome this just got updated! i just got bootloader unlocked so wont need it anymore! whoot whoot!!
[Moto X Themes and Apps] FabioSan:
Problem with Moto G stock 4.4.4 xt1032 : if I tap to start the root, it remains in "starting"

I'll attach a screen :/

I also don't have the reboot and root option that is present on the video :/ can you fix this?

Edit

Also, here there is a piece of logcat -> http://hastebin.com/bovofulele.coffee
[Moto X Themes and Apps] mblanton66:
Isn't this for 4.4.2 and older? I don't believe there is any root option (temp or otherwise) for 4.4.4. There are a lot of us in this boat, and for whom Sunshine doesn't work either.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] FabioSan:
But he have updated first post yesterday :/ how can be only for 4.4.2?
[Moto X Themes and Apps] mblanton66:
Well, the changelog implies new devices were added, among other things. Still for 4.4.2 or older according to the description.

Lack of a temp root is what's keeping some of us from Sunshining our Moto Droids.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] FabioSan:
Okay, sorry for my error :/
[Moto X Themes and Apps] joemanbui:
Small issue here on XT1053 4.4.3. After installing xposed and doing a soft reboot, my wifi stops working. Data still works fine but wifi doesn't connect. It only connects after I do a full reboot.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Verttex:
I believe it works on 4.4.4. I've been testing it throughout the past few months on 4.4.2 but there shouldn't be any problem with the latest update.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] FabioSan:
If you have saw my screens and that piece of logcat, you can see that the root don't start :/
[Moto X Themes and Apps] mblanton66:
^^What he said.

My Verizon Maxx on 4.4.4 does the exact same thing on ver 1.1 of the app. I want to somehow get a temp root so I can try running Sunshine and unlock the bootloader. Sunshine can't get temp root on its own on my phone.

If you can help with that it would be appreciated by many. Thanks in advance.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Markmaster:
On my 1058 4.4.4 there is no chance. "Rooting in progress" Starting... No luck.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] r_diaz13:
Same here.. Noticed the same thing.. Wifi stopped working, need the full reboot but loose everything and start all over again.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iKrYpToNiTe:
Glad to hear, is that a Mugen Si in your profile pic?

Welcome to the unlock club ;)

I hasn't and will not ever work for 4.4.4 the exploit was patched in that update, please read the OP and the thread before posting redundant questions!

Hmm okay thanks for the heads up I will compare all of the files in the /system/bin for 4.4.3 and see what I can come up with.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] snaphat:
Same occurs on my stock RW Moto G running 4.4.2. Not only that, but running the exploit is also unreliable. About half of the time will simply fail to root and instead cause running apps on the phone to continuously crash until reboot. I.e. android constantly reports apps as crashing over and over. And finally, rarely, it will essentially freeze the OS to the point that a hard shutdown is required.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] dragone5:
Thanks!! Worked on Moto X running stock 4.4.3
[Moto X Themes and Apps] r_diaz13:
It sure is. [emoji3] number 497
[Moto X Themes and Apps] momsi:
Hi,

first of all, thanks to [MENTION=4850320]iKrYpToNiTe[/MENTION] Got my at least a bit of root on my girlfriends Moto X with 4.4.2.

Some apps aren't getting root, but thats alright, I got xposed working and thats the key to do the most stuff.

Well, I got one question after all: I know updating to 4.4.4 wouldn't be such a great idea, but the ota updater is really annoying, it spams a message every time you unlock the phone.

I tried to freeze the app, with no luck, then I tried to rename the otacerts.zip in \etc\security\ ... but renaming always fails, i tried it with several file browsers .... maybe someone has an idea to disable the updater?!
[Moto X Themes and Apps] r_diaz13:
This is what i see in the wifi screen
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Verttex:
I froze MotoOTA.apk in Titanium Backup.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] mschumacher69:
WTF? You guys have unlockable bootloaders, why on earth are u using TPR to root??
[Moto X Themes and Apps] Verttex:
Some people want root without unlocking their bootloader to keep their warranty.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iKrYpToNiTe:
Very nice, is it yours? I have a 07 FA5, I really hate I couldn't find a fiji blue SI before I bought mine I love that color!

Just freeze the MotorolaOTA app (aka 3c_ota.apk) then wipe cache to remove the downloaded update.zip.

So your wifi turns on but doesn't connect?
[Moto X Themes and Apps] r_diaz13:
Yup, got it from day one.My baby

---------- Post added at 09:26 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:25 PM ----------

Yup, WiFi works but doesn't connect... Weird
[Moto X Themes and Apps] joemanbui:
I can confirm this, Wifi turns on but it does not connect to any networks. Says signal is very weak despite sitting next to my router.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] iKrYpToNiTe:
Nice, mine is my baby also just got her re-tuned by VitViper. I didn't think replacing the primary o2 sensor and upgrading to the J35 throttle body would throw my tune off but it did.

Okay I will flash back to 4.4.3 this weekend and see what's going on, thanks for pointing this issue out for me.
[Moto X Themes and Apps] r_diaz13:
Yeah the color is the most I hear about all the time. It truly stands out a ton. Haven't mod the car at all yet, but want too. Really thinking of the whole k24/k20 combo with stage 2 cams, valves, and a nice tune. Got a buddy getting 260whp on his with stock exhaust on a similar setup. I got a spare original mugen exhaust too brand new in case I replace it and it's too loud. It just perfect now.