yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Miscellaneous Android Development] keith.valdez:
I used something called Kingroot along with the info and files found here https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/Androi...-to-root-TAB2-A8-50-WiFi-version/td-p/2181021 to help me root without using linux. There is a ROM listed there. If you use Kingroot.apk, you'll have to run it 2 or 3 times to get the ROOT to stick, then you can enable debugging, and oem unlocking in dev options. Afterwards, you can use fastboot to unlock the bootloader and once that's done, use the SP Flash tool to download Max Choen's rom to the device, install SuperSU and Busybox and your gravy!!!
[Miscellaneous Android Development] SpookehAndroid:
what files? that post does not have any files provided and could someone upload the files that are missing from the post so we could also use them?
[Miscellaneous Android Development] Gromit1996:
Who is Max Choen and there are no files in the link provided.
[Miscellaneous Android Development] keith.valdez:
If you guys read the entire post in the link I sent you might be able to get where I got. I'm not a dev and not much for writing tutorials but my process went,

1. KingRoot

2. Unlock boot loader

3. Flash twrp via fastboot or flashify

4. Factory reset

5. Reinstall King root and re root.

6. Format and partition memory card

7. Install apps2sd

8. Install Xposed

9. Install obb to SD module

10. Enjoy tablet with 64gb of space with tons of large data games installed!!!! (Note that this step requires you own a 64 gig memory card)
[Miscellaneous Android Development] Gromit1996:
Where are you getting a twrp build for this tablet?
[Miscellaneous Android Development] keith.valdez:
I will post it in the morning, I think it's on my wife's laptop. The link I posted USED TO lead you to a post that had the files I mentioned and the process I followed. Now they are just suggesting you simply root using Kingo... Which is fine and dandy but does not give you the ability to format your memory card. I will post my recovery image for yall in the morning. You would just have to use KingRoot and then flash TWRP using Flashify once you have a successful root. Then you can format your card and install apps2sd of your choice and xposed with the obb2sd module! That's what I got going on, got TONS of large data games on the tablet cause I installed a very fast 64gb memory card, and BIGGITY BAM!!!! Turned this little budget tablet into something decent for the kiddos! Just wish we could do something about that terrible 1gb of memory, but hell, I was able to get this far so I'm pretty happy!:laugh::good:
[Miscellaneous Android Development] Gromit1996:
Define morning in your neck of the woods. [emoji2]
[Miscellaneous Android Development] keith.valdez:
Here it is!

Had some things to take care of first. Got a wife and kids to care for before I do my geek stuff. This is not a flashable zip! You must unzip the .img file and use Flashify after a successful KingRoot.

P.S. all credit goes to the original creators of this build of twrp I originally obtained in This Very XDA post we are conversing in! All I did was download this file, I am not a dev andi do not take credit or responsibility for any of the files I've used to root this device! Cheers!!!!
[Miscellaneous Android Development] Gromit1996:
Okay... Thanks. I have SuperSU installed and working. TWRP installed and working, but I haven't unlocked the bootloader.

Will this prevent me from installing xposed framework, do you know?

And the which apps, by which developers, do you install to move apps to SD card?

Thanks for your help!
[Miscellaneous Android Development] keith.valdez:
I am using Link2SD, Xposed OBB2SD module. That's about it. Not sure if bootloader unlocking is even necessary for anything.
[Miscellaneous Android Development] Jspex:
Just to get the custom recovery to stick.
[Miscellaneous Android Development] Alucard:
Can you flash supersu from stock recovery or do i have to flash twrp first?
[Miscellaneous Android Development] Inside 4ndroid:
for those of you who want to root in one or two clicks i have added support for this device in the ZEUS TOOLKIT wich will root without installing custom recovery.. LINK >> http://xdaforums.com/show....php?t=2644166
[Miscellaneous Android Development] mattiemvs:
Hi,

The link does (no longer) work, can you please update it?

Thanks!
[Miscellaneous Android Development] JominatorX:
Hi I tried to root using Zeus tool but after uninstalling kingroot and installing super it rebooted and got stuck in boot screen. I tried the stock Chinese recovery vol down + pow and did a hard reset/clear cache (Chinese emmc stuff) but it made the situation worse since it wasn't able to complete the reset, gets stuck at some point and I lost the adb authorization. I also don't have a backup. Can you give me a link to a flashable backup for this a8-50f and what steps should I take thanks in advance.
[Miscellaneous Android Development] Inside 4ndroid:
**** UPDATED LINK TO TOOL ****

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2644166
[Miscellaneous Android Development] billphone:
Thanks a lot guys! Now i have a rooted tablet (root with kingroot and then remove it and install SU with the Supertool "Robo-rooter" gave above :good:) and with TWRP recovery (through the img file "keith.valdez" gave above also :good:)

Everything works fine till now!
[Miscellaneous Android Development] CowzRule:
Since

no longer works, could someone please upload the

file. It seems the one I have is corrupted.

TIA
[Miscellaneous Android Development] aysabzevar:
broken download link

The download link has been broken. Would you please upload it again?
[Miscellaneous Android Development] voland34:
Hi, your link takes to a much more recent version of supertool...Is it possible to get that precise version you used (april 6)? I don' want to risk getting a bricked device, so if it's possible to upload your same version, i'd be so thankful.
[Miscellaneous Android Development] Phk:
Guys, where can i find decent ROMs for this device?

Thanks
[Miscellaneous Android Development] Phk:
Hi Keith,

I've been able to flash this TWRP and boot from it. But when trying to flash any rom, the first issue i find is that system partition is actually on mmcblk0p20 and not mmcblk0p6 as in the setup scripts. I've changed that in the rom files, but obviously the rom won't boot after.

Can you flash any custom rom with this TWRP? I'm stuck with this TWRP now with no system and no rom to flash using this TWRP.. A8-50F here.

Thanks
[Off-topic] skryte:
Has anybody been following what is going on with the TPP? There are some revisions in there that look like sites like xda will be banned and even completely deleted from the internet.
[Off-topic] ShadowLea:
And now for the remaining 6.9 billion of us who don't live in the USA and have no idea what TPP is? ;)
[Off-topic] Magnum_Enforcer:
There is another thread with more detail linked below. Feel free to pick the discussion up there.

http://xdaforums.com/general/general/modding-to-illegal-t3226078

Thread closed
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tomroadjunky:
Hi,

I recently bought a Samsung Galaxy S3 for the sole purpose of making video pod casts.

I need an external mic and so go an Edutige 001 to improve the sound.

But I can't get it to work. Is it compatible?

Thanks for your help!
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Simon_29:
It should work if you connect the microphone to the 3.5mm audio jack
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Mazika2:
So I got a new galaxy alpha (850F) which is an amazing phone by the way :) but i have a few questions

1) I noticed that sometimes the signal drops to 0 bars for a few seconds then comes back again, is that normal because of the metal frame or what ?

2)How much does the battery take to charge ?

3) I am still on Kitkat 4.4.4 and the lollipop OTA hasn't arrived where I live yet (I don't think it's coming anytime soon) so what's the best course of action, should I stay on kitkat ? Which official rom can I flash using ODIN ? Is there a toolkit for rooting and installing a custom recovery ?

If there are tutorials for these things I'll be thankful.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] SHA_NDY:
Hi Mazika2,

1) I have no idea and never experienced what you describe

2) For me battery charging takes about 1h - 1 1/2h with original charging plug (over USB on PC it takes much longer)

3) You can flash any 5.0.2 ROM via Odin.

Root 4.4.4: You can take Kingroot for example, Knox will not be tripped.

Root 5.0.2: http://www.skyneel.com/2014/09/root-samsung-galaxy-alpha-sm-g850f-by-simple-tutorial.html . Knox will be tripped.

Custom recovery: http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-alpha/orig-development/recovery-twrp-2-8-clockworkmod-recovery-t2923587
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Mazika2:
Is there anything to reset knox like triangle away ?

I read a few threads about flashing stock firmware, what are modems and hidden.img ?

Which is better in terms of stability , battery, etc... kitkat or lollipop ?

And finally let's say I want to upgrade to stock lollipop using ODIN what are the steps to follow ?

sorry if these questions sound nooby .
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] cobola:
1. Issues were noticed on this subject, mainly with 4G network. I changed to 3G and I hadn't more missed calls. I think the problem is more related to inconstant network signal than to the phone itself.

2. With the original adapter is really fast comparing with my old device. I never counted but something like one hour or less.

3. There are people who prefers Kitkat over Lollipop due to better responsiveness. Mine came already with Lollipop so I haven't comparison. For now, I don't have the need to root with custom rom's, the Alpha is superb as it is (except for the annoying touch screen issue...)
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] danieldp1990:
Flash

Can I flash a SM G850F firmware on a SMG850M?
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] SHA_NDY:
Knox can't be resetted once it is tripped! Keep that in mind. In terms of stability and battery I would say they are the same. It depends mainly on your daily usage of the phone.

Steps to follow upgrading your firmware with odin can be found here: http://www.pocketpc.ch/samsung-galaxy-s6-s6-edge-root-und-rom/226170-anleitung-flashen-firmware-odin-samsung-galaxy-s6-edge-sm-g920f-g925f.html
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Corvussimo:
It's complicated, for two reasons I know of, probably more.

1) I'm not sure the chipsets in the F and the M are the same. I know, for example, that the A is Snapdragon and the M is Exynos. I think the F is Exynos, too, but I'm not positive. You'd need the same chipsets for it to work.

2) It's likely the F and the M have different modems, so if you flash F firmware on an M, you may end up corrupting your EFS folder and blacklisting your phone's IMEI on your carrier. You'd need to find out exactly what frequencies the F supports and make sure the M supports them, too. I've read there is a way around this by somehow re-loading two modem files from your phone's original firmware after installing the other phone's firmware, but I've not found step-by-step instructions that are simple enough for me to understand.

Even if those two issues are resolved, it's still dicey. I really want to find SM-G850T firmware and flash it to my SM-G850M, so we are in a similar boat. I can't even find someone who owns a SM-G850T, let alone the firmware. (I did find a question posted on another Site by an individual who said they own a SM-G850T. Unfortunately, half a dozen emails to this individual have remained unanswered.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Mazika2:
so here is what I'm planning on doing

1) while on kitkat I'll root with kingroot without tripping knox to backup the EFS folder

2)flash official 5.0.2 using odin

3) try lollipop then decide whether to stay on it or downgrade to kitkat

I just want to know some things before doing the steps above:

1) what are modems and hidden.img in official firmwares ?

2)after rooting on kitkat, can i flash lollipop directly or do i have to flash official kitkat firmware to unroot then upgrade to kitkat ?
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Corvussimo:
I don't know the answers to your questions: I'm even noobier than you! :)

I do know that when my SM-G850M upgraded to Lollipop, I HATED it. It ran slower and was choppy in the display animations, it cut battery life by at least a third (with no change in anything after wiping the cache), and I especially hated the new color scheme. So, I went back to KitKat. Had to do a Factory Reset to get the phone out of bootloop, but it was fine after that. EXCEPT, the Lollipop downloader reminder stayed on there and I was not able to stop the app or clear the data (those options in the Application Manager were grayed out. So, I flashed the SM-G850M with KitKat firmware from the Dominican Republic (Orange). I read somewhere that Orange was not planning on releasing Lollipop for their Alpha, so I figured this firmware would be Lollipop Downloader Reminder-Free. So far, so good.
[AT&T LG Optimus G] lrietz:
I have tried a few different 12.0 and 12.1 Roms (Slim, Bliss, and CM) and have found that the audio being streamed to my car over BT is playing fast and skipping (will play for about 10 seconds and then pause for about a second). I can get it to work occasionally by turning the BT on and off or rebooting the phone) but there does not seem to be a fix that works every time. Has anyone else had a similar problem? Any fixes? I have installed the SELinux fix to allow the BT to re-connect every time but I am guessing that it is not the culprit.

I have also tried flashing the Liquidsmooth 4.4.4 ROM and the BT audio works on that, however I would prefer a 12.* ROM.
[P8lite Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] myabc:
hello. i had b160 firmware italy by tim carrier and it was very sensible, now i debranded and flashed b133 firmware but double tap, for me and other users i talked to, is missing many touch... is there a way to set this or is possible that a rom branded is newest from non brand one? i think b133 is the last, no? thanks
[Moto G 2015 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] HelpMeruth:
Most of the custom roms has multiuser, try that

edit: or try this": http://xdaforums.com/android/software-hacking/mod-android-5-x-x-multi-user-mod-v1-0-t3114554 i didnt test it so use it at your own risk
[Moto G 2015 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] skr975:
Thanks (y)
[Moto G 2015 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bobbyphoenix:
On the stock ROM just go to settings, and add another Google account. That's what I did. You don't actually switch users like in CM, but each account can be switched by opening the settings/options menu in apps. You just pick the account you want to use at that time. I did really for Clash of Clans, so I can have multiple games going at once on one phone, but it works for all apps linked to a Google account.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] tokomoto:
Hey guys,

I need a little help for all your expertise please!

I have a AT&T S6 (SM-G920A) on the AT&T network. I bought the phone with 5.0.2 on it and really wanted to get Samsung Pay. I follow the instructions on the forums to use ODIN 3.10.7 to get to 5.1.1 (Baseband G20AUCU3BOI2).

Flashed all BL, AP, CP and CSC files. The phone flashed successfully but when it booted up, it stayed stuck on the Samsung screen and never went beyond that. I reflashed the AP file and got the phone to boot fine after that. When the OS loaded up, I didn't have AT&T network APN for LTE/mobile data. I found that quite strange since I know it's tied to the CSC file. So I tried to flash the phone again with just AP and CSC, which succeeds but then boots to the AT&T logo and hangs. So back to flashing the AP file and it books up fine again.

Once I get signed into my Samsung and Google account on the phone I click on the Samsung Pay logo in the App drawer. It takes a few minutes "Loading" then the Samsung Pay Install Screen shows. The phone spins for a minute then Samsung Pay closes and the error "Unforunately, Samsung Pay Stub has stopped."

Anyone have any ideas on what this could be? I've tried Odin 3.10.6 and 3.10.7, I've tried downloading G20AUCU3BOI2 from different sources as well.

Thanks for any help!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] tibere86:
Sounds like you performed the correct flashing steps on Odin but forgot to perform a factory reset after flashing the BL, AP, CP and CSC files. All the Odin guides I've read recommend to perform one. Reflash the 5.1.1 Odin files. Once it boots, turn off the phone. The hold Power+Vol Up+Home Key to enter bootloader. Then choose factory reset. This is how I performed it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] tokomoto:
Thanks so much for the tip, I feel like I've tried that but I'm going to do it again. I'll try anything at this point! :o

Update: Tried it but did not work. I tried to leave it on the Samsung load screen for 10+ minutes with no results.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] thanhvinhdtdd:
http://xdaforums.com/att-galaxy-s6/general/g920aucu2aof3-flashfire-update-t3156221
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6] tokomoto:
Not sure how this helps me? I am on B0I2.
[Samsung Galaxy Core.] axvk97:
A friend of mine has a Galaxy Core Prime from TracFone that won't boot past the carrier logo. I have no idea if the phone was messed with, but I need an Odin package for this phone if there is one anywhere. Thanks in advance.
[Samsung Galaxy Core.] blackstax:
do you have a solution?
[Samsung Galaxy Core.] blazer64:
Check androidarea51 dot com search for sm-s820l theres twrp recovery available now.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] billzee@mail:
Hi all

Just bought an unlocked Sprint S4

Two problems

The lollipop OTA update aborts with message: "/system/media/BST_bootsamsung.qmg" has unexpected contents.

E: Error in /cache/update.zip (status 7) Installation aborted.

Secondly when connecting the S4 to a PC I get message from PC saying: 'the last usb device you connected to this computer malfunctioned and windows does not recognise it'

I've installed kies no help there.

searched for remedies tried developer options etc on the phone all to no avail.

cannot get windows to recognise the phone as mtp device

when I plug it in I get no notifications on the phone

it does show its charging

running windows 10
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] billzee@mail:
Sorted the usb problem, used the direct computer usb port and it was recognised, presumably not enough power from hub ports.

Can anyone help with the failure to update to lollipop?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RubbaBand:
Search for your phone and Download a Firmware for your phone from www.sammobile.com and install it via Odin

Refer to any Flashing Guide or search Google on how to use Odin
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] billzee@mail:
Thanks

I found two firmwares with my code

Model	SPH-L720

Model name	GALAXY S4

Country	Spint (cdma)

Version	Android 4.4.2

Changelist	2162929

Build date	Wed, 09 Jul 2014 00:09:48 +0000

Product code	SPR

PDA	L720VPUFNG2

CSC	L720SPTFNG2

and

Model	SPH-L720

Model name	GALAXY S4

Country	Unknown

Version	Android 4.4.2

Changelist	2162929

Build date	Wed, 09 Jul 2014 00:09:48 +0000

Product code	XAS

PDA	L720VPUFNG2

CSC	L720SPTFNG2

cannot work out which is mine
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RubbaBand:
Give me your phone info
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] billzee@mail:
ok
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mun24:
Is there any method or file to unlock Cingular 8125 G4.

I have seen post for G3 version not G4.

Thanks.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] newbie2:
http://www.imei-check.co.uk/
[G4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xdag4:
I didn't find a complete list of apps that are installed by default in CyanogenMod 12. The reason I ask is if it still possible to go without gapps. In older CM versions there used to be a calendar, file manager, keyboard and other apps which you need daily. But it seems that all these apps are now "google-ified" and only available in the play store

Can you tell me which apps are installed by default?
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dragoore:
I bought xperia z5

Customization: 1298-1221_R8B (T-mobile branding)

and I would like to install generic firmware from SONY (for example Central Europe customized :1298-7654)

Will it be possible?

I have also a problem with xperifirm. I cannot download any firmware..I double click and nothing happens.

Please help

Thank you,
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] augie7107:
Yes it is possible. I even flashed E6603 firmware on the E6653 and back to E6653 without issues in operation or connectivity. Also, Xperifirm is working fine here, downloads and all.
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ml2514:
do you still have to delete the fwinfo.xml after xperifirm compiles the files prior to flashing with flashtool?
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dragoore:
I have created FTF file from CUSTOMIZED CE1 firmware. And it works - no branding anymore :)

THx all for help!
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] augie7107:
My pleasure

---------- Post added at 05:38 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:37 PM ----------

I bundle the files with flashtool so I can't answer that question.
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pfidalgo:
And by installing another firmware, it will void the warranty?
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Duvel999:
No :cool:

Sent from my E6653 @ XDA Portal
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Seelbreaker:
If this is really working like you don't loose DRM-Keys and the Bootloader doesn't need to be unlocked.

Why aren't we using this way to get Root into a unlocked Z5? It kinda seems like this is the easiest way in...
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AndroPlus:
What?

Do you really understand what is "root"?
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Seelbreaker:
Well i do understand it in this way: having Full rights using the SuperSu APK-file with other binarys which are included in the rom.

And Since the ftf-file is the image for the nand of the Xperia Z5 i thougt you can create a ftf file which is prerooted....

:Edit:

And there is the answer for my question...

tl;dr - we can - if we have Sonys private Keys for resigning the system.sin

:Edit:

Tried it to flash Customized CCE1 32.0.A.4.11 for my E6653 and it somehow hang up while flashing TA Partition 1 since then when i try to restart the flashing i get Errors while Processing loader.sin and the Flash aborts with error 7 in processHeader....

i let the flashtool built the ftf file so yeah...

Edit2: Well Sony PC Companion seems to get the Z5 back to life via recovery :)
[Google Chromecast 2015] akhats:
Hi There,

I have one of my Chromecasts connected to a big monitor with speakers. When I stop casting the monitor never goes to sleep unless I power it off because of Chromecast backdrop. If google adds functionality in Chromecast to put it in sleep or Standby mode or a mode in which it is not sending any signal to HDMI the monitor or the TV will automatically go to sleep. Amazon Fire TV stick goes to sleep after 20 minutes of inactivity (http://www.aftvnews.com/fire-tv-stick-can-be-forced-to-sleep/). I feel Chromecast should be able to go to this mode after there is not user input for predefined time like we have in computers, laptops and even in mobile phones. But google has not added this functionality. Probably developer can make a App to add this function.

Thank you
[Moto G 2015 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kakarottoo:
Hello everyone,

I bought a Moto G III 2015 xt1541 model but doesnt work in my country :/

I need to change to a xt1540 bands

XT1541: GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - UMTS/HSPA+: 900, 2100 - LTE: B1 (2100), B3 (1800), B7 (2600), B8 (900), B20 (800)

XT1540: GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - UMTS/HSPA+: 850, 1700/AWS, 1900, 2100 - LTE: B2 (1900), B4 (1700), B5 (850), B7 (2600), B17 (700)

How i can convert or change base bands of xt1541 to xt1540...?

thanks for all
[Moto G 2015 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mandibitola:
Damn it, I have xt1540 that doesn't work in my country? :( As I've read so far, that's hardware specs and can't be changed :/ Where are you from?
[Moto G 2015 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kakarottoo:
:crying::crying::crying:

I´m from Argentina.
[Moto G 2015 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kakarottoo:
And... where you from?

My cell phone is new in box... i bought it one month ago in spain, so couldn´t use it for the damn world bands.

Is your cell phone new? we can trade them...