yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] edputt:
SCH-I545 - 5.01 - 3.4.0 kernel - failed

I tried the Kingroot 4.1.0.703 listed from the site appsandroidapk and it failed. Tried it twice.

It goes to about 52% the disappears to the background. After i find it and reopen it, it comes up blank, the about 5 seconds later tells me it failed.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Beej1970:
Got my S4 5.0.1 rooted with kingroot, then used Supersume. So far everything is going good. I was able to install, busybox and safestrap, but can't get safestrap to actually enter into recovery. So, guess I'll keep working on that.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] phil0sophic:
TE=Bren123;61924647]I followed this webpage to remove kingroot I tryed it with kingroot 4.5 and 4.1 it works with both try it

http://www.w0lfdroid.com/2015/05/How-to-Remove-Replace-KingUser-KingRoot-with-SuperSU.html?m=1

Yeah I did the same, first time kingroot rebooted @ 54% came up with a sorry no luck screen. Tried a second time and IM ROOTED!!! adios oc1 bloat!!!:highfive: used same app to install SU, all good now!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] DylanBunch:
My kingroot says root access is unavailable. Any help is appreciated.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] nileshhacker:
First you have to Download Kingroot Then install it Then open it Then click on root Then wait for some times then if kingroot says that your device is suceefully rooted then reboot the phone and download root checker then check your phone is rooted successfully or not?

Hope u will understand sorry for my english :p :(
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] DylanBunch:
Thank you for your reply. I just didnt want to brick my phone or anything else to happen. :)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] BtoGS488:
Even though it says it's not compatible it will still work. Just be patient. My S4 took around 12 minutes. Just don't forget to swap Kingroot with SU.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Fadtydawg:
I used kingroot 1 click root app.

Link here...http://androidxda.com/download-kingroot-application

Worked 1st time .

I used July 4th version

Installed , tapped root , less than 60 sec. I was rooted. No PC needed
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jwhistler:
I must say that, now that we have root for 5.01, the upgrade from Kit Kat to Lollipop has been a VERY pleasant experience. After freezing all the bloat, my S4 now runs like a Nexus 5! Haven't had a single issue running Lollipop...going on 3 days now!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] phil0sophic:
bloat remover

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4-verizon/general/i545oc1batchdebloater-customizable-t3147414

Try this, even free up a bit of memory.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] dquelal:
thanks, I will try that now with my rooted I545!!1 KingRoot works!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] kevinbakon:
Okay, so here's my plan and I'm hoping someone can help out so that the process is as streamline and minimal risk as possible. My main concerns are bricking my phone and spending an exorbitant amount of time accomplishing the following...

Upgrade from 4.3 (original Verizon ROM, MK2, rooted, bloat frozen and uninstalled, running Xposed Framework with several modules, all apps backed up with titanium)

to...

5.01 (original Verizon ROM, rooted, bloat frozen and uninstalled, running Xposed Framework with new modules that work with Lollipop, restore compatible apps with titanium)

I believe this thread covers my best method for rooting once I'm on 5.01, but I'm unsure how to get to that point and uncertain on how I can install Xposed with 5.01...

Over that past few months, I've scoured through countless threads here on xda, but with so many variables it's extremely difficult for me to determine my best options for a streamlined and minimal risk method... I'm a novice at all of this, at best

Any help would be greatly appreciated!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] XxD34THxX:
Arter_89 has a flashable file that you need to flash with flashfire with xposed installed in order to get xposed on samsung lollipop.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
Verified

Worked for me on Verizon s4 5.0.1
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] tonydatyga89:
confirmed working. verizon s4 5.0.1 OC1. kingroot 4.1

any specific thread on installing xposed????
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
if you haven't, I'd use super-sume to replace kingroot with supersu

as for xposed - this thread should help:

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4/general/guide-xposed-framework-samsung-lollipop-t3113160
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] b1gt78:
Thank you ill get to that when i get home
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mekanism:
Another rooted phone here too. I also removed king root with super-sume. This was very simple and took less than 10 minutes. Has anyone installed a custom recovery like TWRP and installed a custom ROM after rooting with this method?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ManseEverard:
I ended up rooting my S4 with Kingroot and then using Super-sume to remove it and install SuperSU. Phone seems to be running hotter so far and potentialy worse battery performance. No other issues yet.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
How did you install 5.0.1? What bootloader is on your phone? If you are on any bootloader passed MDK, no custom recoveries.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] BtoGS488:
You can't install a custom recovery. You CAN install a couple stable ROMS. Look up Stang5litre 5.0 ROM. That's what I'm running now. Follow the instructions in the first post. U will have to use flashfire app to flash Roms.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sir_Eagle:
I didn't think xposed was working on Touchwiz roms?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
As long as using the right files, yeah it is supported now.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sir_Eagle:
But it still needs to be a deodexed ROM, not stock, correct?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Scottchy014:
Correct. Only deodexed ROMs.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
Right. There's a stock deodexed OC1 ROM that you can flash from FlashFire once Rooted and on SuperSu (must replace Kingroot with SuperSu)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Fadtydawg:
Is there a link to this stock decodex?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
yes - http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4-verizon/development/rom-i545oc1-5-0-1-100-stock-mdk-t3097902

make sure you choose the right version - for OC1 you need the deodexed NON-MDK version.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Fadtydawg:
Thanks very much for that info.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] maherwaleed:
i just rooted my Galaxy S4 on OC1 !!! with King root Finally :good:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
Don't forget to reboot and use a tool like super-sume to replace Kingroot with SuperSu.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
No twrp or cwm . Have to use flashfire. Go to the g+ page and sign up to be a beta tester. You will get a link to playstore to download. I flashed stang5litre with flashfire. No issues.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mekanism:
Thanks for the info everyone. Yeah I'm on OC1 , was hoping to go the TWRP route as it works so well, but I will look into flashfire.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
Ya, locked bootloaders suck.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mekanism:
Tell me about it! Im so sick of touchwiz, cant wait for the next nexus device to come out, I just want stock Android from now on.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] damnyouwaffles:
So safestrap is not an option right?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
I couldn't get it working. Flashfire is solid tho.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] phil0sophic:
Those Kingroot people are incredible! They need another challenge like unlocking the boot loader.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dambuzbee:
I'm not sure what's different but kingroot's 2 latest versions will not root my phone and its running stock ota OC1 I probably need to flash it to stock then try again. I just bought it today off a friend And now I have the 3, 4, and 5.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] xdelx42:
Just finished rooting my stock s4 on 5.0.1 and installed flashfire. Want to try stang5litre but was curious how you went about backing up. Can you back up current stock rom with flashfire and restore if needed?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
Yes. I made a full backup thru flashfire & saved on my ext sd, also put a copy on my pc. Haven't needed to restore it so not sure the function is working but I assume it is.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] xdelx42:
Thanks! Trying be careful here as I've only ever used TWRP for custom roms.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
Keep in mind, (as far as I know) - if you softbrick your phone, you will need to manually recover. FlashFire isn't going to work unless you can boot the phone up into the OS to get to it...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] xdelx42:
Ya I realized that. Is the backup made with FlashFire able to be flashed with Odin or other tool to recovery to state before a softbrick? Or is the backup only compatible with FlashFire?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
You know, I don't think it would be compatible with Odin. - your best bet would be to, Use Titanium Backup and backup all of your apps +data, (to external SD card, not internal!) and then use the stock OC1 factory image for Odin and flash that, then re-root, reinstall Titanium Backup and restore your apps. Not quite as clean/fast as a restore, but workable.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] xdelx42:
Thanks, that was exactly my thinking. Already backed up all apps + data to external. Also created flashfire backup on external. Think that should be good enough incase I screw anything up :p
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
I did a backup with titanium as well because I wasn't sure the flashfire backup would work with odin. I have had to restore factory image thru odin once since rooting then re-root as i softbricked. It was easy enough, now I have backups all over the place.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] xdelx42:
Xposed Framework

Has anyone tried flashing Xposed onto stock 5.0.1 rooted with Kingroot? I saw a couple tutorials but it looks like they all involve downgrading to get xposed onto galaxy s4 with lollipop.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
I have xposed installed with stang5litre. Not all of the modules are working for me, but some are.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] adder1:
For some reason, amidst all these successes, my phone still won't root. it gets to about 51%, reboots, then says it failed. :( I've tried both the 4.1 and the 4.5 versions of KR to no avail. Like others, it's an i545 running 5.0.1 OC1
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] xdelx42:
That's unfortunate, it worked fine for me. If you're feeling bold, maybe try the Kingroot desktop application. There's no English version for it yet, but some people have said it is straightforward enough to use without reading everything. Might be worth a shot. Goodluck!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
Mine failed a couple times. I had success with 4.5. After it fails reboot and try again. It worked for me on the 3rd try.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Elrondage:
I'm new to the forums but I've been lurking around for stuff for a long while. I've been faffing around with this a bit before I leave for a trip. I was able to use Kingroot successfully last night, but because I borked the custom rom + Xposed installation(I didn't have updated Gapps and I couldn't put them on due to no custom recovery, so there were errors abound), so I flashed back to the stock rom and now Kingroot isn't working anymore. It always reboots around 28-33% and says the root failed. Not sure what could be causing it to fail, just thought I'd put my experience out there. Would this be considered the OTA update now or no? If not, I'd like to try using other root methods now that I have an alternately flashed rom.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dambuzbee:
Ok guys I used the pc version and it finally worked but I can't seem to find in the forums a way to enable the tethering. Does anyone have any suggestions?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] revmark96@gmail.com:
Okay, here I am excited as a kid in a candy store. So, what do I do? Here's my recap of the last 8 pages.

Verizon S4 5.0.1 OC1

1) Backup Phone

2) Run Kingroot, reboot

3) Run Super-Sume, reboot?

4) Remove Kingroot

5) Confirm SU access!

My main purpose is to remove of bloatware, faster speed, better security. I don't necessarily need a custom rom but would investigate.

Any apps that might cause issues that might be helpful to remove before proceeding?

Another noobie to actually doing this. Thanks for the assistance and patience.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
You got it, but you don't need step 4 as super-sume removes kingroot for you. No apps I know of that will cause issues.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
B

Backup your data (pictures, call logs, text messages, etc) - can't really back up app data without root/Titanium Backup

Update to OC1

Run Kingroot 4.1 (screen will say not supported, but run it anyway)

Reboot

Run Super-Sume (this removes Kingroot, no separate step)

Reboot.

Verify Root

You'll need to update Su binaries at some point in the process, you might be prompted to after Super-Sume installs, or after you reboot. Use the 'normal' not the TWRP/CWM mode.

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Of note, if you're working with a Verizon phone, you can also use Titanium Backup to freeze the OTA updater and Verizon security apps that will try to run as well, and also Knox of course.

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You must have a de-odexed ROM to use xposed framework. You will need to flash the de-odexed stock OC1 ROM using FlashFire, but you will need to use Super-Sume app to replace Kingroot with SuperSu before you can do that. -- Did you take the OC1 OTA update or did you upgrade some other way? There are different de-odexed ROM's depending on the Bootloader on your device. If you took the OTA or manually flashed the OTA and you have the OC1 bootloader, you need the NON MDK bootloader ROM.

Then once you are on the stock deodexed ROM (it's pre-rooted) then you can get the lollipop & touchwiz compatible version of xposed installed with flashfire.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sir_Eagle:
If you're stock OC1, what do you mean by flash back to stock?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dambuzbee:
I got it used and it appears to be stock but I'm not 100% sure and flaking the stock OC1 update that would ensure no problems from the previous owner. Either way I was successful at rooting it using the PC version of kingroot so all I need to do now is figure out how to enable the Hotspot.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
There was a flashable zip in stang5liter's rom thread, but not sure if it will work on the vanilla rooted OC1
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] revmark96@gmail.com:
I took the lollipop OC1 via Verizon OTA.

After root, install Titanium Backup to freeze OTA, but how do I remove the bloatware? I've read about BusyBox, but are there others?

Once I do that, do I need to flash a ROM?

If I do get/need a ROM, a de-odexed stock OC1 non-MDK bootloader ROM with the compatible lollipop + touchwiz version, correct? The name of this is ROM is xposed using flashfire, correct? (Links?)

Any reason not to use latest combine version Kingroot 4.5 as opposed to the other versions, considering removing it afterwards?

With all of this, why is the bootloader still an issue?

Thanks for the help.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sir_Eagle:
Here's the stock OC1, you flash in Odin. Then you'll have to use Kingroot to re-root.

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4-verizon/development/odin-i545vrugoc1-factory-image-t3160125
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] adder1:
PC version did the trick!

So, if for some reason the app doesn't work, try the pc version.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
Well, bloatware can be addressed by Titanium Backup, too. I'd probably start with freezing the app first and make sure you don't uninstall something that you shouldn't. Then after you verify no adverse affects, you can uninstall with Titanium Backup, too.

xposed and flashfire have nothing to do with the name of the ROM. It's simply a de-odexed version of the stock OC1 ROM, and you'll need the NON MDK version... and you have to flash that using the FlashFire tool. Flashfire must be downloaded by signing up for it's Google+ Group... instructions in the last paragraph here: http://xdaforums.com/general/paid-software/flashfire-t3075433

As for Kingroot 4.1 vs 4.5 just relaying what worked for me and others. I would assume that 4.5 would work, but I also don't know if Super-Sume will remove 4.5 or not, it might or might not.

As for the bootloader, if you were still on the older MDK bootloader, that one allows downgrades, etc and possibility of a custom recovery and other ROMs. But seeing that you took the OC1 OTA, you're on the OC1 bootloader, and you can't go back.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dambuzbee:
Thanks for the link I always like to keep a copy of all stock roms and updates. You wouldn't happen to also have a link to thread outlining FlashFire would you I've looked but on find people talking about using it but that's it. Your help is greatly appreciated.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] revmark96@gmail.com:
kingroot fail

After all the reading and the assistance I got, the Kingroot 4.1 failed on me. The app even told me to use the desktop version! I can't justify using something I can't read, especially after the mobile app didn't work. I guess I wasn't meant to have a rooted phone or an android phone with decent onboard memory.

Anyone willing to trade me a Verizon smartphone with some decent memory? ;)

Seriously, though what might have caused it to fail?

Poor internet? I turned it off, wouldn't work without it.

Software issues? Running webroot antivirus

Kernel issues? 3.4.0 dpi@swdd6302#1

Build issues? LRX22C.I545VRUGOC1

Hesitate to use the Kingroot 4.5 with all of the combined stuff. Don't neccessarily wanting it hanging about afterwards.

Any suggestions?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sir_Eagle:
Could try turning the antivirus software off.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Fadtydawg:
Do a factory reset. .then try kingroot app again.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] revmark96@gmail.com:
i think I'll try the anti virus first. Thanks all!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
Use 4.5. That's the one that worked for me
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] revmark96@gmail.com:
Were you able to remove all the kingroot app, etc? Or should I be paranoid about that?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
I removed it. But I did this rather than using super-sume. http://www.w0lfdroid.com/2015/05/How-to-Remove-Replace-KingUser-KingRoot-with-SuperSU.html
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] DamnRaL:
So just to clarify we still can't get Cyanogen if we have the latest OTA correct?

?Rooted Verizon S4?Xda Mobile?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ToastyZ71:
Nope.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] bottom661:
I've tried this I'm starting to think everyone is tripping nothing is works for me running a Verizon s4 oc1 I've tried kingroot 4.1 and 4.5 did a factory reset and still nothino it gets to 51 percent complete then automatically reboots then says failed I've tried this 20 times and nothing I've got debugging turned on ice tried it with WiFi on wif I off if there any tips or I'm missing something any help would be much appreciated
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] arijerkface:
Cannot get Kingroot to work

Same has happened to me. Can someone break down in a very detailed manner how they managed to Root their Verizon Galaxy S5 SCH-I545?

I have done the same as above and have been unsuccessful.

Thank you!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
There are no more details. It's broken down as much as it gets. Install kingroot, run, remove kingroot. Several people have had to run kingroot multiple times before it works, some have had to use the pc version. 4.1 worked for some, 4.5 for others. If it fails reboot and try again until it works.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] armueller2001:
God damn it this Kingroot is not working on my phone either.

Can anyone recommend a way to downgrade back to the previous 4.2.2 so I can use towelroot again? I know I need to use Odin but which build file do I need?

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Also, I'm running an AT&T SIM on the Verizon galaxy s4. Do you think this might be affecting my ability to root?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] madchainsawer:
Go on sammobile and get the firmware i would do it but i have a mac.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
Don't think its possible to go back. Once your bootloader is updated you're stuck. At least this is what I've found while researching it.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] armueller2001:
****. I have no idea why this KingRoot is not working. I've tried it like 20 times.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] arijerkface:
Ditto. I keep getting to 52% then the phone reboots, and when it comes back it says "root failed."
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] armueller2001:
Pc version of king root worked for me. I hope you know Chinese though
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] arijerkface:
I tried it with no luck, but I guess I can try again.

Is it just: download, plug phone into PC and hit the "root" button and wait while the swirly cell phone goes?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] armueller2001:
Yes. Earlier today I rebooted into recovery and cleared cache. Also make sure you're using kingroot and not kingo root
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] tadpole1969:
i used the 4.5 desktop version of king root and rooted my s4 with 5.01 ,so confirmed once again it works ! :D :D
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] arijerkface:
SUCCESS!!!

YAY! Finally successful root with Verizon Samsung Galaxy S4 SCH I545 via PC method

Also the reason it wasn't working is because I am a tool and didn't do the whole USB debugging bit. Go me!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
Congrats all. Now we just need to get a few devs to put together some more flashfire compatible roms. Only found one so far. It's good, but it would be nice to have some more options.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] armueller2001:
lol nice. Don't forget to download SuperSuMe to replace the king root crap with SuperSu
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] phil0sophic:
Search is your friend. Reading the thread is your source for the answer to your bloatware question. Don't be lazy.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] revmark96@gmail.com:
First, your presumption is rude. I have read the forum, therefore the question. Don't presume that your knowledge is perfect. Second, if you had read the forum you would know my root failed, question and need became moot. I much appreciate those that answered my question instead if calling me lazy.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] arijerkface:
Just wondering if you ever managed to get KingRoot to work for you? I was having issues, but managed to get it working through the PC version.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] phil0sophic:
Did you read my post?? It was about bloat not root therefore not rude as repeat questions clog a thread with nubie bloat.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] revmark96@gmail.com:
Your warm hospitality has again worked its magic. You win. I'm leaving the thread and the forum never to appear again. My noobieness has apparently offened you. Goodday all!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] bottom661:
no ive tried and tried but no luck i downloaded the pc version but for some reason i cant get it to install the file onto my computer i follow all the prompts but nothing yet
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] arijerkface:
Have you activated developer options and enabled usb debugging on your phone? I couldn't get the PC version to work until I did that.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] fulldraw45:
This is probably a dumb question but I'm new to this.

I went to kingroot website and dowloaded the latest version and installed. When I run the app the circle spins for less than a second and i get a screen that says

network error

unable to get root strategy from cloud

set now.

When I click set now I takes me to the settings page.

I'm connected to wifi, not sure what the problem is.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] oraixearl:
Sounds like it's on their end. Maybe their server's down, maybe just try again later.