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[Transformer TF300T Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lj50036:
So you can get to recovery ?

Thx Josh
[Transformer TF300T Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] watch5xer:
Yes, I can get to recovery, but I have not tried it yet because I really need to salvage my files first. Any suggestions?
[Transformer TF300T Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lj50036:
No without a custom recovery and a locked bootloader there is no way to save the data ...

Thx Josh
[Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dio525i:
I'm trying to fit my Galaxy Note 4 into my previous media setup. What I need is away to audio cast (capture and stream) to a DLNA client on my RaspberryPi from Google Music on my Note.

Previously I had a Nexus device and I just root and installed Xposed to audio cast through BubbleUPNP app and their xposed module.

I realize that I could still root my Note 4 and create the exact same configuration, however, with ART/LOLLIPOP around the corner it doesn't seem like a long term solution (mainly because xposed is still not compatible with ART and it appears it won't be a short development process). So I'm looking for a more permanent configuration.

Also I'd like to stay away from rooting or otherwise molesting my stock install of the OS. I think this phone runs great and I use it for work and would rather not have to spend hours in ODIN flashing fixes and hacks to get things working after I push a custom config too far.

Does anyone know of a clean way to audiocast to a DLNA client on the Note 4?
[Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] photoshopgeek:
This maybe?

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joaomgcd.autocast
[Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dio525i:
Thanks for the reply photoshopgeek, however, I'm not trying to cast to my chromecast in this case. I need to cast to my RaspberryPi.
[Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sawdoctor:
Not sure if this will work. If it does you'll need the premium version

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.cast
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
Hey guys im back after smashing my beloved xperia z (which i had mastered the ins and outs of) and reluctantly replacing it with a HTC ONE m7 which was the most terrible phone i have ever used in my life.... i have plonked a good bit of cash on a z2 and I AM LOVING IT

I had updated to the latest version of KK but i am hearing mixed reports that a root is not available for this version.

If anyone could point me in the right direction that would be fabulous.

Thank you in advance

Chris
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bjorn96:
Have a look here

If any, PM me.

Bjørn
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
1.1 You need obviously an already rooted phone with [NUT]'s Dual Recovery with a previous firmware version (4.4.2)

Just seen tht and gave up lol
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bjorn96:
Downgrade. ;)
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
ahhh crafty.... so could i flash a previous FTF with flashtool.... create a pre rooted version of 4.4.4 the flash that?

is that kind of what i need to do?
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bjorn96:
Yeap, that it. :)

Note 1: Download the 4.4.4 ftf from Xperifirm

Note 2: 4.4.3 you have to download from the link.

Note 3: BACKUP TA when root!!! :)
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] djnos:
good luck! im trying to but its seems im screwed and i have .167 firmware

the towlroot meathod just hangs,,,
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] djnos:
what so you mean?:confused:

whats ta
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] djnos:
finally got it

on 4.4.4 rooted and with recovery

will dont know what ta is thou
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
how did you do it i am still pondering this hole new method.... wheres doomlord when you need him!!!
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bjorn96:
Hello

I see you are totally green on this.

Well, im kinda green too, but I have had a lot of help from [MENTION=243864]xda[/MENTION] and now I can manage to do some stuff with my telephone.

The first thing you have to do is BACKUP!!! This is always important.

Well, then lets get to it.

The XPERIA Z2 has a locked bootloader. This means that it cannot flash any roms, custom or other without being unlocked. When you unlock the bootloader, you delete all files on the phone, (don’t ask me how, it just does) and also deletes a partition called TA. The TA-partition contains DRM-keys, to explain that, [MENTION=4895687]Envious_Data[/MENTION] might help.

Anyway, when you have root, you can backup the TA, BEFORE you flash any custom ROM, or the ROM with ROOT. That way you will always be able to go back to scratch. Without ROOT on 4.4.4 you need to downgrade to 4.4.3, ROOT and backup the TA-partition before you even start thinking about unlocking bootloader.

(search the XDA, Google (use XDA in the end for XDA results) XDA-TV and you will find tons and tons of stuff. Once you understand some, it will come fast to you.)

I have gathered some threads here for you to read, and I hope this will work for you too.

Start off by reading this

When done, notify me. :)

All the best

Bjørn
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
ok i have dowgraded to 4.4.2 i tried towelroot which worked but SUPER SU could not load binaries. So i flashed stock 4.4.2 again and i am now trying to root using doomlords community rootkit and its not working....
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bjorn96:
Have had some problems with SuperSU too, but try backup ta.

If not work, try restore phone with PCC.

Then downgrade and try again.
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
i have flashed a stock rom many times and still getting the errors, i have no idea what a TA is... also im on locked bootloader if that helps at all.

sorry for being a noob
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
see attachment
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jiyeon90:
To root the Z2 and get dual recovery on 4.4.2 follow these steps

http://xdaforums.com/xperia-z2/help/how-to-root-firmware-314-t2821619

Then you need to follow the instructions in this thread, it's much easier than what it seems

http://xdaforums.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155

Also, no need to backup TA unless you wanna unlock your bootloader
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bjorn96:
Backup of TA was just a mention. Also its smart to have it, cuz you might forget it. :)

Anyway, [MENTION=5167436]xeningti[/MENTION] the towelroot should work on 4.4.3, did you try to download the towelroot app from towelroot.com??? :D
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
i am 3.2.3
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
yeah i used the towerl root and it said it had worked although when i installed supersu it said it could not update or find binary
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bjorn96:
Did your phone come with 4.4.4??

Try root with towel on 4.4.3

Send some shots of it. :)
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
im not sure what it came with but i upgraded to 4.4.4 anyway ... so should flash a 4.3 firmware and try towelroot that one?
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bjorn96:
Yes. Use flashtool and flash the 4.4.3

If you bought it now, i guess it came with 4.4.4, but not shure doh
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
ok where can i find a 4.3 firmwares? does it need to be region/brand specific?
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bjorn96:
Have you got some instant IM?? :)

much easier to talk. :)

And the answer is Xperifirm
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xeningti:
i downloaded the most relevant from xperi firm but its not an ftf file......... so i cant flas with flashtool
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ghostofcain:
Download a .314 ftf file from the stock ftf thread, flash with flashtool, root with easyroot, then flash a pre-rooted rom from development forum.

There's no need to worry about .314 ftf as it's only for rooting and you are going to replace it, although I'd stick with a .167 ROM that does cover your locale, if possible.

Unless unlocking bootloader, there's no need to worry about TA, although it doesn't do any harm to back it up.

If you have problems with SuperSu try latest from here

---------- Post added at 04:00 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:49 PM ----------

No, it means you cannot flash any ROM with a custom Kernel, you can flash a host of ROMs based on stock kernels, usually denoted in the development forum with [B/L].
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bjorn96:
Sorry, my bad. I was not specific enough.

And TA-backup is always smart to have, IN CASE. This stuff is... You know how fast things happend. :D
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] zXTury:
good day..

dont know if this is the right place to ask this (im sorry)

i have a Note 2 SGH-i317m (Canadian model sold in Mexico) and i want to know if theres any chance to replace a hardware part (front/rear camera, charging port, etc) using an american note 2 (ATT, Verizon, etc)

thx!! =)

PS: sorry about my english grammar
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] yaro666:
if you get datasheets or service manuals you could compare hardware.

I think it mostly differs in software, so there shouldn't be a problem
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Eun-Hjzjined:
All parts, except the main board, are interchangeable between the n7100, n7105 LTE, I317/m, t889.

I had to, just this week, replace the power button on my i317m. I bought the n7100 power button flex cable off eBay for 2$, and it's the exact same part.

I got looking around, and all the available replacement parts are the same for the above listed 4 models.

The only difference is the i605(Verizon) middle frame is not the same as the rest.

ROGERS • LG G Flex D950G • Stock ROOT 4.4.2 • V4A • 180DPI • FLEXIN'
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Aayush_goel:
only the motherboard differs ...all note 2 models have same camera and charging ports
[Moto G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kiden:
Hello!

I am looking to restore my Moto G 4G (xt1045) to stock, because after rooting and installing a custom ROM, I am having GPS issues. I did not realize that there was no 4.4.4 factory image! :confused:

So now I am trying to figure out how to get my GPS working again. Is there a way to downgrade to 4.4.3? I've been reading there is an error when downgrading. Or can someone provide a modem image from the 4.4.4 stock rom so those of us with this issue can flash it using the method mentioned here: http://xdaforums.com/moto-g/general/guide-fix-gps-custom-rom-backup-special-t2909768

Any help is appreciated! Thank you!
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nhpctech:
Any way to get a stock rooted flashable zip? Even if it doesn't contain root. I am not sure how they are created.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] simms22:
take a few minutes and root your device. you fastboot unlock your bootloader, fastboot oem device. then you flash a recovery, then flash the supersu binaries in that recovery, then boot up. thats it. now you have a stock rooted rom.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nhpctech:
I know how to root, unlock bootloader and flash roms. Im looking to create a flashable zip of the stock rom. Not only have a stock rooted device.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nhpctech:
bump...
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zephiK:
There is no flashable zip of the stock ROM.

Take simms22's advice.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] crashercarlton:
Is there a reason for this? Is it just the amount of time the phone has been out? It just seems that I used to see Stock Rom .zip's for Stock everywhere on every device i've owned that had an unlocked bootloader except for this phone so far.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nameless crowd face:
I think this is what you're looking for:

http://xdaforums.com/nexus-6/development/rom-stock-rooted-5-1-lmy47e-root-t3057902
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Roobwz:
I think you're only 8months late.

sent from my nexus
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] GuestK0087:
Primarily because, factory images are provided by Google and flashed with fastboot. In the same fastboot session, you can install custom recovery. Then boot to recovery and flash SuperSU zip.

Takes less than 5 minutes.

:)
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] simms22:
less than 2 minutes :angel:
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nameless crowd face:
Had to throw that in there, huh...Why do some ppl love responding to posts not directed at them, knowing they aren't contributing anything of value. Should be a name for ppl who do that.. Oh wait, there is...
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danarama:
This thread is old. At the time, there were no rooted stock roms. There are many by now and everyone can see them all in the android development forum. Generally, digging up old threads doesn't serve any purpose becuase the questions are no longer valid, thus answering them is superfluous and just adds to forum clutter
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Morganmachine91:
Two minutes! Ha! If only! Rebuilding the dalvic cache (is it still called that?) on first boot takes my phone like 5 minutes alone... ;)

My problem with flashing factory images is having my /sdcard/ wiped. Is there a way around it? Like a way to flash /data/ without touching /sdcard/?

Backing everything up, transferring it to my laptop, flashing the image and twrp, booting, transferring everything back and restoring my TiBu takes waaaaaayyyy longer than just flashing a zip and restoring TiBu
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nameless crowd face:
(Polite) point taken. I should've looked at dates. My apologies
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] GuestK0087:
Yes. If you're simply updating, just flash the system image and boot image if it's updated. Same goes for bootloader and radio. If you don't flash userdata, you won't lose data.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danarama:
Not the end of the world :)
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Fatal_Flaw:
I have a new HTC One (M8) from Verizon. It's stock, not rooted/unlocked/s-off. I manually add my wifi network and enter the password. It works until a restart at which point I have to re-add the network and password. Any ideas why this is or solutions?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] wvebert:
I am new to the S3 but not flashing or Galaxies. I've had the S2 and Note2, plus I'm on LG G3 now and never seen this before.

I'm also not new to the forums. With so much information on a 2yr old phone theres a lot out there. Hopefully someone has seen the issue and can send a link.

I rooted with CF auto, updated SU, and allowed the remove Knox. Got into TWPR recovery and ran backup.

I tried to install and WickedX. The process starts then hangs up. Tried to restore backup, runs through and shows sucesss. Reboot and hangs at flashing Samsung. Started of on ND8.

Any ideas or leads? Much appreciated in advance.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] mattzeller:
Switch to Philz recovery, it'll flash fine as long as your md5 matches

Sent from my LG-V700
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] wvebert:
Thanks twice. I'll try it.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] wvebert:
Thanks again. It worked. Thanks for helping and not just telling me to Google it. I did search through a few threads but there's a lot of stuff out there for the S3.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] navigates:
I have given a firetv to my parents, however I feel the rooted version has few things that makes it more valuable. The version of firetv I gave to my parents got updated and lost its root. I've been contemplating if I should buy a new one on amazon and hopefully root it and sell the non rooted on ebay?

Any view points? Do you think there will be a root for the firetv coming out for the new versions soon?
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] {ParanoiA}:
No one knows when a new root exploit will be available. There is no guarantee you will even get a rootable one. If the pros outweigh the cons of a rooted unit then try to get one. Your best bet for a rootable unit is a staples store.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] navigates:
When buying from Amazon on the west coast I have yet to see a non rootable version. I've done many for friends. I've purchased one more today for 69. Lets see what I get. fingers crossed.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] desztan:
I purchased one today for 69 too...hope it's rootable...
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] navigates:
Where are you located. I hope I don't wanna jinx myself by being so confident that I'll get the rooted version.

I did root a friends firetv this past week but the hardware was defective. It had some remote control issues and wouldn't work, so he returned it.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] desztan:
I'm in Illinois. It's my first time getting a Fire TV.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] navigates:
well good luck I'll update this thread and if I get the rooted version and if you don't. let me know and I'll help out if you like and if root's that important to you. I am semi confident I'll get the right version. The trend for not getting rooted versions is mainly the east coast. In LA, they send it from the Las Vegas location which may have the old stock lying around :)
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] desztan:
Great! I'll update you...As I'm a first time user, may I know what to look for if it's rootable?
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] navigates:
In my opinion, do this.

When you start the firetv, connect it to wifi and after the intro video, if you see the menu items all fitting in one screen then you have the early version of the firmware which is very good.

Install towelrool and root it. (don't let you firetv idle as it will update) I haven't seen the need to block updates as I can always block the updates before its too late.

After Rooting it, disable amazon update. (note do this quick) before the firetv automatically updates.

Then update to the last rooted firmware using the guide. Not the one which requires unlock

Then unlock the firetv and go to the latest.

Ensure you su/block updates with each and every new firmware.

If you like I can give you all the files readmade. They will be large but Its clearly put in every directory. I also have the downgrade files if you like.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Stevie G:
I bought one off eBay a few weeks ago that was rootable. What I have noticed is that the boxes differ on the front with the different addons that you use. The older box had the hulu printed on the front which indicated to me it's still on the old firmware. I was right it was still on the second firmware which was very old.

So as a tip, look at the boxes before buying. Maybe someone can confirm if I'm right or wrong
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] desztan:
View attachment 3063756

I got this from my AFTV, is it rootable?
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wellersl:
I've had a refurb now for just a few days. I can honestly say this is the first Android-ish device I own that doesn't overwhelmingly compel me to root and ROM it. The streaming performance is just stellar. And it is the best of the two devices it replaces (Roku 3 and Neo X5) and more. Aside from OTA (which is rare), it streams everything I've asked of it (so for) with aplomb. FiredTV Launcher give me a streamlined, uncluttered home page, and I can switch to the stock Amazon home page with just one click.

My viewpoint? No need. Don't bother. It's not perfect. But rooting it won't change that.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] navigates:
Yeah it is. You need to downgrade first. Remember be careful. Hopefully you have disconnected your firetv after sending the screenshot. Do the downgrade to the first version. use towelroot and block updates. aftv guides can walk you through. If you are in LA, PM me and I'll help you out if you need. but you should be able to do it.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pbanj:
http://www.aftvnews.com/start/

i felt that way but i rooted it anyways just in case there is something i want to do down the line that needs root. one of the nice things with root is being able to clean up the menu and hide stuff you dont use. root also makes firedtv work better
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] desztan:
oh...still need to downgrade the firmware? Can I get use towel root to root the current firmware?
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] navigates:
TowelRoot will not work with that version. You need to downgrade first. use tr and then block updates and start from there. Depending on the version you have received, you may have to use the /sdcard folder vs the /cache. just follow the guides.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] {ParanoiA}:
You need to have root in order to downgrade so that really doesn't make any sense. In order to use the unlock you need to be on 51.1.0.2 so you would need to downgrade for that...
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] navigates:
My bad. bummer. Yes you need towelroot to root first and then to downgrade. ParanoiA is right.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] desztan:
Ok. I need to use tr to root my existing firmware and then download 51.1.0.2? Do I need to place any sw after I root in order to use 51.1.0.2?
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] {ParanoiA}:
If you have it connected to internet it most definitely downloaded an update so u need to get rid of it. DO NOT reboot if it is still connected. Download and sideload a newer version of towelroot. Run it. Download and sideload supersu. Run it and select normal method when asked. Adb shell into the fire tv from your pc. Type su then press enter. Grant access on fire tv. Type pm disable com.Amazon.dcp then press enter. Type rm /cache/*.bin

Now it's safe to reboot and it's safe from updates. Follow the guides to downgrade and unlock and whatever else u wanna do.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] skeptic_always:
Perhaps I'm just lazy or maybe I'm giving Amazon more credit than they deserve, but back to the original question I personally don't think rooting is worth it now that Amazon is actively blocking root. IMHO the pros of being able to clean up or change the menu (put XBMC/Kodi on the main screen) and being able to mount USB storage are outweighed by the hassle of rooting and blocking updates as well as not being able to run the latest firmware with the enhancements and fixes that come with it. USB storage is pretty compelling, and some people just like to mess around and tweak things, so it's really up to each person to decide for themselves.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] enserio:
I just got one from RadioShack out here in San Diego. Hoping I can root it, but is this thing going to update as soon as I turn it on?
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wellersl:
Mine did. But if your router will let you, you can block Amazon's update sites long enough to check the firmware version. Instructions here: http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-block-amazon-fire-tv-update-to-ensure-rooting/
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] navigates:
Everyone has a different method, but this is how I do it.

I don't put anything on the router to block. never have.

I start it up normally. connect to wired network or wireless and let the intro screen start.

while the intro is going on, I check the IP the firetv has received.

I open up the cmd prompt and type in adb connect 192.168.1.5 and wait

Once the intro is over, I enable adb debugging.

I also disable my PC's mcaffee as it identifies towelroot as a virus.

I then connect and do the adb install on tw_3.apk

start up towelroot on the firetv and do a root. Note: All along I don't let firetv idle as thats when it does the update.

After rooted. do the adb shell with su and do the pm disable the com service. once you see service disabled, you have all the time in the world to change firmwares etc. :)

Another personal note. regardless of what the instructions say, I always do the pm disable after ever firmware to be safe.

Note: There are some versions of firetv that update but that too doesn't update to latest, you'll most likely still be on the rootable version.

Good Luck and be careful once you start it. its time critical, doing it my way but it works.