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[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] shadowdweller:
Please remove my pledge, I moved onto a Nexus 6.

Thank you.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] jreed3786:
PLEASE remove my bounty pledge.

I no longer care about the root status of this phone. This has gotten way out of hand. I'm sticking with my Note 3.

To all those still waiting, good luck!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Ddjergins:
Please remove my pledge I apologize but I went ahead and bought a DE
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] RiFi2k:
Just stumbled on this...

I'm interested for sure, KTU84P.N910VVRU1ANJ5

I got $40 on it, someone get this done! I may even come off some extra cash because I want root so bad on this phone.

PS: Don't care about Knox
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] AmorImpermissus:
Opt-out

I'm sorry to say I no longer have my note 4 and must rescind my prior $20-either-way commitment. I wish for nothing but the best of luck and encourage everyone to leave Verizon/AT&T, if at all possible, or else never buy a phone from them again (i.e. only service). At least until they agree to start offering options to customers (so never). Developer editions for the win, I suppose...
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] southpaw5:
I'm in

Put me Down for $20.00
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] superspikky:
I'm in

I'd like to pledge $40
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] CodytheFox:
If I get a few good paychecks put me down for $20! It depends on when root happens and if I'm in a good spot, so I can't make any promises.

Sent from my Galaxy Note 4
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
Pledge Noted, Thanks!

Pledge Noted, Thanks!

So, let me know if you are pledging money, the onus is on you as to if you can or not, if you can't, or if you are on the fence, I am not going to record your pledge, let me know if/when you are sure you want to pledge.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] gatesjunior:
Kingroot Version 4 root method works.

Root for the Note 4 for Verizon has been verified and working with Kingroot V4. Bounty should be locked in. Verified on NI1 and NJ5.. Seems also to be verified on AT&T.

Keep in mind, this is seems to be temporary, as of right now if you reboot it will remove it. But, the fact remains right now, whether we modify this method to keep root on reboot or come up with an init script or whatever, this root exploit is the first to work and I feel it meets the requirements for gaining root access. We are all working on making it permanent, but what is right is right and I feel it goes to Kingroot.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
I will PM you, everyone please stand by, do not start posting questions, updates will come shortly.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Ragnar:
At this time no one is to post any comments in this thread other than pledges.

Nothing is written in stone.

Edfunkycold

Have a great day!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
At this time, the root looks promising, but more information is required. As [MENTION=4169204]edfunkycold[/MENTION] posted, please follow his guidelines and this threads rules of ONLY posting about pledges. Once we are 100% positive on the root status and where pledges need to be sent either [MENTION=2823580]deathshead[/MENTION] or myself will update you. If you have any questions or non-pledge related things, please PM me and I will do my best to answer you.

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As some of you may have heard, there is a root out now called "KingsRoot v4". It seems as though it is a confirmed root (look at the last post), but there are some concerns with it, such as you cannot uninstall the SU app they install, it is only in Chinese, and questions about it being a phishing exploit or not. As we and the community install it and figure out the good and bad of it, we ask that you all hold on and be patient. If you install it please send a PM to [MENTION=4344364]DrSeussFreak[/MENTION] and [MENTION=2823580]deathshead[/MENTION] to let us know your outcome. We are also working to ensure we identify the true developer(s) so that we can let you know where to send your pledges and it makes it to the correct people. Thanks for your patience, and hang on just a little bit longer and we should answers shortly!

Please DO NOT post questions or comments about root in this thread, it is ONLY for pledge discussions. Please find the appropriate root threads to discuss root, and keep an eye out here to find out where to send your money.

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] quixilver09:
Count me in for $20
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] sbcdave:
If it causes the phone to randomly shut off, and we have to do a complex task list on every boot, does that qualify as achieving root and winning the bounty, and are we responsible for our pledges?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
There is no permanent root, that is what the pledges are for. At this time, no one has claim to the bounty. Please PM me for additional questions, this thread is only for making pledges.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] sexfreak:
count me in for $20.00

I'm starting to twitch from withdraws from root.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] nabbed:
Please remove my pledge - I got S6 Edge and will be selling the Note.

MOD EDIT This is not the place
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] CodytheFox:
I have to withdraw my $20 pledge after a mountain of medical expenses were slammed down my throat because Immediate Care.

Sent from my Galaxy Note 4
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
Pledge Removed, hope you are better.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] br53ett:
!

Ok I'm back on this band wagon, mark me down for a $100 for root that is by god gonna happen!!!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] manatti:
Please remove my pledges went back to my rooted note 3 40.00 total
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] jmacdonald19:
Please remove my pledge. Unfortunately I have to move to another device.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
pledge removed.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] howellcp:
Please remove. Moving on. Thank you for keeping up with this.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] chrsigindi:
Please remove my pledge.

Please remove my pledge. I am moving on. Sorry to give up.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] cgindi:
Please remove my pledge. I am moving on. Sorry to give up.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] rickyray9:
Please remove my pledge, I finally cracked and got the DE.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
No pledge recorded under this username.

Assuming this is the same person, pledge removed, as it was recorded under this name.

Pledge Removed.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Cmos2112:
I'm in for $20.00 US
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] shpotik:
Please remove my pledge, I've moved on to developer edition note 4. If/when root is achieved I might consider donating.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
Man, you were the first recorded pledge, sorry to see you go, but I am also on the Dev, so I know how it goes.

Pledge Removed.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] waco2hot33:
Please remove my pledge can't take it any longer gave up hope
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] vzwtech:
Root Note 4

I'm in for 500.00 bucks!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] geekonocito:
I have decided to more to another device that has root please remove my pledge. Thank you
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] dpoverlord:
I am back in for $75
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] rusty.gh:
Please remove my bounty.

I've decided to run stock and bought the Nvidia Shield to unlock/root/& ROM

This tablet is a beast, and for the price and available unlock/root it can be used without all the Shield Games if you so choose.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] defvayne:
Put me down for 20 Verizon Root even though I moved on to Nexus 6.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] miryclay:
Pledge

This is for the Root on SM-N910V on Verizon

Put me down for $15

I'll drop $25 if it doesn't trip Knox...

Also didn't know if anyone else was paying attention to these threads:

http://xdaforums.com/note-4/galaxy-...rd-rooting-n910a-n910v-models-t3042045/page19

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=60627113&postcount=1

Surely we are getting close...
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] jtwilder:
Up my pledge to $50 Knox tripped or not
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] fozzir:
I'll pledge 20 bucks to root Note 4. Do it!!!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] dwertz:
Put me in for $20 Verizon Note 4 root
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] manatti:
Just got a great deal on a note 4 Verizon please sign me back up for $30 pledge

Sent from my Samsung SM-N900V
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Zues532:
Pull my pledge please, I've lost faith that this is ever going to get done.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] tr!ck:
Let's get it done!

I'm in for $50
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Arman167:
I'm in for 100!

We all need root! lol
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] digitalm0nk:
Please remove my pledge I've sold it and got a nexus 6.... Now I know to purchase the developer edition for the note 5
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] dogredwing1:
Please remove my pledge. I've moved on.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] MrWicked1:
Same here on a s6 now

Sent from my Verizon Galaxy S6
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] WhiteReign:
-40.00 I think I am done with the Note. NOT enough people wanted root. The other phones are getting it and this one was forgotten. Sad but True!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
Pledge Removed (it was $40).

Please keep this thread on track, it is only for tracking pledges. There are other threads for root discussions.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] USMC retired:
Im in

Put me down for 40.00
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] S0UTHPAWK1LLA:
Moved on to the Nexus 6. Please remove me from the Bounty.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] terlynn4:
Please remove my pledge. I've moved on to the LG G4. Best of luck with getting root.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] manatti:
Please remove my pledges of 40 went back to note 3, deal I got on note 4 turned out not to be that awesome :(

Sent from my Samsung SM-N900V
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Stryke_the_Orc:
Ok guys, made some edits to the OP of this thread so that it is clear the stance XDA takes on these kinds of threads and acceptable methods of operating a bounty. Follow those guidelines and everything is golden, fail to do so and this thread will be locked up tighter than your phone.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Oatswesow:
I'm in for $25
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] nlanter95:
I'll toss in $5 for root (sorry it's not more, college $$$.) $20 if there's a bootloader unlock before January
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Laetus1:
I'm in for $25

I'm in for $25--Laetus1
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] tippedhatnstogy:
I'm in for $5.00 for root and another $5.00 for bootloader unlock.

My first post I hope I put this in the right way.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Chuckleb0ne:
Count me in for $10 for root. If boot loader is unlocked I'll donate a crap ton more.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] :
Root Bounty pointless as Root was discovered before the Note 4 was RTM

Everyone realizes root is already available for the Note 4 right (obviously not, as Google is a foreign subject to all posting in this thread).... Verizon gets theirs a week after other U.S. carriers do, yet Verizon users can't seem to figure out how to use Google. All someone with a VZW Note 4 needs to do is send ChainFire the files he needs, which by the way he's posted word for word, so if you want root, send him the files he needs from a VZW Note 4.

Secondly, anyone offering someone a bounty to root the Note 4 is ignorant and wasting their money... it shows how uninformed any offering a root bounty are, and here's why...

1. ChainFire has already found the exploit to root the Note 4 on KitKat (which you would know had you googled "note 4 root" and looked at the last link [#10])

2. It is highly improbable non-bootloader unlocked devices on Android 5.0 and beyond will be able to root due to the major security changes that Google has implemented in Android 5.0 [Lollipop] and the way permissions are being implemented. ChainFire has also written extensively about this, and I'm sick of repeating the same thing on numerous threads because people can't figure out how to use Google and research specific issues... so, if you'd like to understand why, check out ChainFire's Google+ posts from around 10/18 and the one about a week prior to that... Both give highly technical information and explain why non-bootloader unlocked devices on Android 5.0 and beyond will probably not get root and

if you want root, buy a bootloader unlockable device

like the NX6 when it comes out next month.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] skinnytoo2:
I'm in for $20 !
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] shpotik:
Nothing wrong with the bounty! The developers spend a lot of their personal time on this, and 10-20$ ain't gonna kill you!

As far as the files go, I wish I knew how to do that...but it seems like all the developers are leaving Verizon. Can't blame them.

Bootloader unlock I can agree with you on, it will never be unlocked people need to to realize that, Knox will most definitely be tripped once rooted no matter what.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] :
My post was fairly articulated, however you seemed to have missed the point that I continually reiterated, so I'll pose it a different way...

If the purpose of a root bounty is to find an exploit for root, then can you please explain the rationality of offering a root bounty when ChainFire had already discovered the exploit 2 1/2 weeks prior to the Verizon Note 4? This isn't some obscure post you have to spend hours combing google to find, and it's been reported on by numerous outlets. So what exactly are the people offering money for... someone else's root exploit? So again, the root bounty is pointless as the exploit for root was reported on October 6 for the Note 4, 10 days before it was launched globally and 17 days prior to Verizon's Note 4 release (and if I remember right, all he needs is the reocovery.img for the VZW variant to post the exploit files for it).

EDIT: I did remove the bootloader portion of my prior post because some ignorant reader is going to say "But it was possible to unlock the bootloaders on the S5, S4, Note 3, and many other Samsung phones" and will argue the Note 4's bootloader will be unlockable as well at some point. Dan Rosenberg found a way to exploit the hardware of the phones via the SnapDragon SOCs, which is extremely rare and is highly improbable it will occur again, mainly because an exploit at the hardware level is a major security concern for hardware manufacturers that would affect their profits. His prior exploits for Motorola bootloaders were software exploits, blowing the e-fuse in Motorola devices, and even that will probably not occur again, especially considering Lollipop will be released in a few months to phones like the Note 4 and Droid Turbo.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Chuckleb0ne:
The Verizon Note 4 doesn't come with an unlocked boot loader. Thus making the VzW Note 4 much harder to root. The only reason the other carriers (besides at&t) have root is because thier devices have their boot loader unlocked. CF Auto Root needs an unlocked boot loader to actually root the device. If you've had this phone you would already know that already.

I agree with the whole google search first idea, but there is no use if already in black and white in plain view. Verizon devices are not that easy to root period. Verizon likes to be little Nazis and lockdown devices.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] plotnick:
So, where do I send my money? I'm in. I'll send my $20.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] :
Where are you getting the information that it only applies to unlocked bootloaders and that all other Note 4 variants have unlocked bootloaders (to be clear, I'm asking for a link)?

Verizon does have a 4 DE, and it will be released in either November or December.... Samsung already has the Note 4 DE on their website.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] jayochs:
go read cf's thread in note 4 development and it states something about unlocked bootloader and if you flash on any other variant that isn't listed, you risk brick due to the locked bootloader.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Chuckleb0ne:
I thought you were talking about the regular "non-developer" edition of the Note 4. That is what this thread is trying to do, raise money for the non Dev edition Note to be rooted.

The T-Mobile and Sprint variants of the Note 4 have an unlocked boot loader. Google is your friend.

The Verizon Dev edition isn't released yet and its going to have a separate forum section for it. Chainfire stated that the Note 4's with unlocked bootloaders can indeed root their device with CF Auto-Root. (Which doesn't directly relate to the vzw version because it doesn't have a unlocked bootlader).

Don't ruin the forum with remarks that don't really matter to this device variant. It makes people confused.

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Chuckleb0ne:
I understand where you are coming from, but it doesn't matter with this version. It is solely up the the user if they want lollipop or root. I'm sure some developer will consider looking at the Verizon Note 4's rooting situation and will root for people prior to the lollipop update. Otherwise people are out of luck. I get it.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Chuckleb0ne:
I am still within my 14 day period to turn my phone in but I don't think I want to pay 600+ for a phone. I got this on contract so it was cheaper.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] adampa1006:
Well this sucks. I've been rusting custom roms since the OG Droid. I'm sad
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] :
If you can live without the S Pen and a MicroSD slot, I would highly recommend the Nexus 6 [NX6], which is available for pre-order the 29th (or the 31st, can't remember) and get's released next month. The Nexus 6 by default is sold with an unlocked bootloader, will ship with Lollipop, and root will be available as soon as it get's released (confirmed both by ChainFire as well as a developer on DroidRZR.com). Besides the booloader being unlocked, the only other 3 differences between the Nexus 6 and the Note 4 are no S pen, no MicroSD slot (does come in a 64GB version for additional $50), and a 13MP vs 16MP camera. The Nexus 6 will also be the first phone that is hot swappable between all U.S. carriers, meaning you could use it on Verizon one month and AT&T the next.

If you didn't take advantage of the Samsung pre-order deal that guaranteed you $200 for any working phone trade in, then I would return the Note 4 and wait a month for the Nexus 6. Keep in mind another perk to having a Nexus... you don't have to wait for VZW to approve firmware updates, meaning you get the update as soon as Google releases it. I only bought the Note 4 because of the guaranteed $200 gift card if you brought in any working smartphone. I traded in my Droid X (first iteration, not X2), and considering it wasn't worth more than $10, it wasn't a deal I could pass up. I took Edge over a contract and will pay the $487.50 to trade up to the Nexus 6 and list my phone for sale for $500... essentially making a $650 phone only $287.50 out of pocket after the gift card. I'll either use the money to reimburse myself for the Nexus 6 or buy a Note 4 DE.

---------- Post added 28th October 2014 at 12:00 AM ---------- Previous post was 27th October 2014 at 11:57 PM ----------

I'd recommend you get a Nexus 6 then, as it by default comes with an unlocked bootloader.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] lances1027:
Put me down for 50. I also have a rooted T-Mobile Note 4 that I will gladly give to a dev if it would help
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Wired4Fun:
Looks like it's close!

I pledge $25 with or without knox. I could care less about tripping it.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] wanb1i:
I pledge $25!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] cas239:
Know something we don't?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] jayochs:
yeah, where are you seeing that we're "close?"
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
Pledge Noted, Thanks!

Pledge Noted, Thanks!

Please keep this thread on topic, any root discussions exist in the root threads, this thread is for pledges only.

Please keep this thread on topic, any root discussions exist in the root threads, this thread is for pledges only.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] yamaha_wins:
Is it possible to add write protection to this as being part of root? Maybe then it would help to attract interest from others? Wp will be part of getting a full root on this device.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
We are not planning on changing the criteria for root, we are keeping it as permanent root to claim the bounty.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] USMC retired:
Retract

PLease retract my pledge of $30.00....hello Nexus 6. No patience here lol
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] STraver:
I'm in for $20.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] AvataroftheSun:
I'm going to retract my $60 pledge, I finally broke down and changed over to a Nexus 6.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] dwhdroid:
Note 4 rewt

I finally decided to get the note four after clinging to hopes that the Note 5 was going to be a superior model featuring major upgrades and keeping the removable battery/storage that I depend on. Hopes that are now shattered to to all the pre-release leaks all over the web. The root has been there since release and the bootloader has been at least partially broken by kingroot, but the work is going "slowly" to break the CDMA write protection on it. Im thinking the soonest available "upgrade" of an option for getting your permanently rooted note 4 is to shell out the money for a soon 2 be discounted DEV Edition.

I sure hope this bounty gets met for all the people who needed to take the contract version. I just posted this to advise that in mid August (no definate date) the price of the note 4 will drop up to 400 dollars due to the note 5 release (my carrier sales rep leaked that the drop would be $150 for verison) and a new $200 rebate from samsung for new devices that still applies to the note 4. Bringing the dev down to the current carrier price for most networks without a contract starting next month! :victory:

On the same "note" these discounts are good for the bounty because they also apply to most network carrier models. It should make the price tag >$100 dollars +accessories to get what is still arguably the best smartphone in production for if you can handle not having root and processing rebates.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] jbaks:
in for $20 as well
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
Is there a pledge you are making for the Note 4 in this, because I cannot find it. I would kindly remind you that this thread is SOLELY for pledges on the note 4, not discussions about it.

Pledge Noted, Thanks!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] Forgetfull:
Sorry I'm out. :(
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] rm40f2:
Please remove my pledge. I'm going with the new Moto X.

I loved the first gen Moto X. Really looking forward to going back.

And here I thought I'd be one of the last holdouts for Note 4 root. Sorry fellas, I've had it.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] ryan2215:
Selling my note 4

Selling my note 4, please remove me from the bounty. I learned my lession. Never buy a phone again if root/bootloader is unavailable.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] bostonsean:
Come on ROOT!

You can add me for $40.

I had the Note 3 until I recently broke my LCD. :mad::mad::mad:

Considered fixing it myself but decided my faith in our XDA Devs will for sure pay off soon for the Note 4. I have closely watched the developement and strongly believe they are very close to completing this task.

Much thanks to the Dev's that are continuing working on a perm root for our Note 4's! :good::good:

The hardware on this device makes it (in my opinion) one of the most highly anticipated roots ever.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] DrSeussFreak:
Pledge Removed.

Pledge Noted, Thanks!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] kenshell:
I just got a Note 4 after getting bored of my Note 2

I'm in for $40
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] doctor-cool:
Put me down for $100. I want to protest the Note 5 downgrade. The Note 4 is way better than the Note 5. This is a battle cry. What can I do to help?