yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] Ichijoe:
What makes you thin that his device is not have any Third Party ROMs (i.e CyanogenMod)? FYI this is the Tab Pro Fourm, and his Device should damned well be able to get to Lollipop or Marshmallow. e.g. CM12.1, or CM13.

As for rooting which you have to do at the start. Will most likely send him back to SamFirmware's where he'll need to likely first downgrade his Firmware to one that has a rootable exploit. i.e. a 'BOC1' ROM for the T325. (Which is the version I have). Through Odin (Samsung's Android Firmware Windows PC flashing Software). Then run something like the CFRoot App to get root.

NOTE: THIS WILL THROW YOUR KNOX FLAG!

This means that you'll never be able to use Knox services on that Device ever again. It will also throw the Warranty Flag as well Alerting Samsung that the Firmware was tampered with. For the moment (As I gather there is no known way to reset either of these Flags.) Not that this should stop you from installing either CM12.1 Lollipop (Seems to have lost support to) CM13 Marshmallow which is currently on a nightly release.

So the better question to ask is which T32x does Op even have? The T320 (Wi-Fi) The most common, and cheapest version has the greatest support. Where as the T325 (LTE), and T321 (3G) versions seem to be leaving behind. though even these are currently well into Marshmallow, and like with most ROMs there are some small bugs. But, on the whole My Device is more or less working as it should be.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] the Doctor:
1) I read the OP. He said, "

stock

Lollipop or Marshmallow."

2) You don't have to root TouchWiz to install a custom ROM. All you have to do is install TWRP, but it doesn't matter because of #1 above.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] Ichijoe:
Well yes if he wanted Stock then he'd be outta luck. But that is not how I read it. I read it that he has accepted the fact that Samsung have left us in the lurch concerning any future updates.

That's how I read it, so the question follows in how to install a Custom ROM. Granted it should be possible to install TWRP v. 3.0.1-0, though Odin, and then the Device appropriate ROM. It should go without saying that the T320, and T325 are not the same Device, even if they are both collectively known as Galaxy Tab Pro's 8.4. As such it would be upnto the owner to know which version he might need.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] redpoint73:
The problem, is folks really need to stop using the word "stock" as it really doesn't mean jack. Or at the least, means so many different things to different people, as to be basically meaningless. I would take stock to mean, what belongs on the device per the manufacturer, so that would be Kitkat TouchWiz in this case. To others (and probably what the OP is getting at) is a "pure" unskinned Google experience like Nexus. But seeing as Nexus is limited to such a small number of devices, I don't personally feel you can consider that "stock". CM is AOSP based, and at one time considered by many to be close to a pure AOSP experience. But those days are long gone, and there are so many proprietary CM features and apps now, you can't even begin to consider this "stock" by any means.

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What you are asking for is CM12 or CM13 (LP or MM) or one of the CM based ROMs. Those are really your only choice when it comes to anything past KK on this device. The CM ROMs are are very stable at this point. You might run into an obscure bug, but to be honest, its less laggy and overall a much better experience than the official Samsung TouchWiz ROM. And if you want to be free of Samsung bloat, CM definitely does that as well.

Tweak or maintain? You don't have to do

anything

after flashing the ROM, if you don't want to. You can decide to update to newer nightly CM builds from time to time, but that is completely optional. And to be honest, even CM13 is so stable at this point, that the nightly updates don't really change much of anything.

Go back? That's a breeze. Just do a backup in TWRP custom recovery before flashing a ROM, and you can restore to that backup (basically a snapshot of your existing configuration).

Honestly, just searching and reading are your best friend. You'll learn a lot more that way, than folk spoon-feeding you the info. The process isn't really all that hard. There may be a lot of esoteric lingo, but you can easily Google or use the XDA site search to find out what those terms mean. And once you've gone through the process, you'll likely be happy for the learning experience.

XDA is a wealth of information, for those willing to take the time to learn and search. All the answers you want are here in one form or other. Difficult to wade through at first, I'll agree with that. But all of us here had to go through the same thing at one time or other.

Its really hard to help someone when they say is "I'm a newb, tell me how to do this". Make a lot more sense for you to just dive in, then come back here with some specific questions, which we will gladly answer.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] AndroidPrince1:
it would help to know what version OS you're running and the build #.

I rooted my tablet late last year (bought it in May 2015). Wasn't hard to do after some reading. Knox is still good too...1 yr warranty will be over soon.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] _salguod:
Thanks all, I appreciate it. I've been doing some more digging to try to learn what everything means so I might know what I'm talking about. I started with the Lifehacker rooting guide (I can't post links yet, add this to lifehacker dot com: /5789397/the-always-up-to-date-guide-to-rooting-any-android-phone) and their how to flash a ROM guide (/how-to-flash-a-rom-to-your-android-phone-30885281) as well. Let me know if those aren't good places to start. I've also read through the CyanogenMod how to for the 8.4, which seems pretty thorough.

I definitely appreciate the push to search and learn, but it can feel like drinking from a firehose. Most "how to" posts are written assuming the reader knows the terminology and every post I read means Googling a half a dozen terms to understand it. For example, I have no idea what the Knox flag is or why I'd care if it got triggered. I don't care about the warranty flag, I'm past the 1 year mark so it doesn't really matter, right?

When I said "stock" I was referring to stock out of the box Android, not stock Samsung. Stock Samsung means staying with KitKat which I'd rather not do. My phone is a Motorola Droid Turbo, which I think is pretty close to stock Android Lollipop, so that I'm familiar with that.

However, I think I'm seeing that going stock Android isn't necessarily possible, or rather, other ROMs are easier to come by. Cyanogenmod seems to be the most popular and sounds very stable, I'll likely try that.

So, I don't need to root in order to flash a new ROM. What's unclear is do I need to do anything special to make sure I can go back to the out of the box Samsung KK that I have now in case I really screw it up or just don't like it and want to go back? Will the process of installing Cyanogenmod wipe my device (apps, files, accounts, data, etc.?

Any other surprises that a guy who has never done this might want to know before going in?

Thanks again for your patience and help.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] _salguod:
I forgot to mention, I've got the wifi model, T-320. It's running 4.4.2, build number KOT49H.T320UEU1AOC1.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] Ichijoe:
Well you have a number of choices for your T320 (WiFi), Sadly nonmof those stock. Since Samsung has never seen fit to ever giving us one. For me the Samsung (e.g. Vender ROMs), were always the 'Stock' ROMs. 'Pure' ROMs (al-la Nexus), are clearly Custom ROMs.

The best, and quickest way to learn how to update from Stock to Custom would be to hit up YouTube for a few short Vids on the subject.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] redpoint73:
Those aren't bad general guides, to just introduce you to the basic concepts and terms. Just keep in mind that every different Android device has its nuances, which vary by manufacturer and over time (from one device to another - even from the same manufacturer). So you'll be referring back to Tab Pro 8.4 specific guides eventually.

Basically, if you don't know what the Knox flag is, then it probably doesn't matter.

The longer story, Knox is a enterprise mobile solution made by Samsung. If you company doesn't use Knox (and you don't use your device for work), you don't need it. The huge majority of folks will never need Knox or want it.

You're right, that if the warranty is expired, the warranty flag doesn't matter. And honestly, I rooted my device while it still had a valid warranty. I'd rather have a device that I can use how I wish, and install what software I want (especially if Samsung isn't going to support it with updates) and warranty is a secondary concern, at most.

Once you install TWRP custom recovery, you can make a backup of the current Samsung TouchWiz KK ROM; and revert to that if needed or desired.

But honestly, you won't want to go back. CM runs faster and smoother, with no Samsung bloat. You won't want to go back to the crappy TouchWiz ROM, that is 2 generations (Android versions) obsolete.

But it is a good idea to have a backup, in case flashing CM doesn't go right the first time, and the device won't boot.

You will absolute

want

to wipe user data when installing CM. Not doing so will likely cause major bugs and/or failure to boot. This is the general rule whenever flashing a new ROM. Although for similar ROMs (such as minor CM updates) you can try to keep user data. This is called a "dirty flash".

You can backup a lot of your data before flashing CM:

Apps: After root, you can use the app Titanium Backup (highly recommended) to backup apps and app data

Accounts: Titanium can backup a lot of this stuff, as well. Depends on what you are talking about, specifically.

Files: just move them to SD card or your computer. Or use a cloud solution (there are many)

You should always be backing up your data, anyway, if its important to you.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] AndroidPrince1:
Same firmware as what I had prior to rooting it.

The cyanogen articles give a good rundown on how to install it. The only thing that I'm not sure about is whether getting the sdcard to be formatted/recognized is still an issue or not.

When last I checked back in Feb. it seemed like that was still unresolved. I have a 64gb card and getting it to be read by CM13 was absolutely critical. So any move to CM13 was postponed.

Running Kitkat is fine for me...after rooting it, I uninstalled/froze a lot of software incl. a lot of Samsung crap that was eating the battery. The battery is my only complaint with the tablet.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] redpoint73:
The SD card issue on CM13 was solved in early March. It was holding me back as well (stayed on CM12.1) , until I saw it was solved. Now I've been using CM13 for over a month. My 64GB card works great with CM13.

If you flash CM, you'll see its a lot smoother and snappier, especially on the home screens, app drawer, etc.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] _salguod:
Thanks all, I plan on biting the bullet some time soon. Too much other stuff on my plate (like car repairs, etc.) so it'll have to wait for a bit. I'll check back in when I do. I'm looking forward to it.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] AndroidPrince1:
Good to know on the sdcard thing...looks like I'll have to read up again on how to do.

Thanks for the note.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] the Doctor:
BTW, you can always restore your device to 100% stock (Samsung) by downloading the firmware from sammobile.com/firmwares and flashing it using Odin. If you get into trouble, this will help get you back out.

But since flashing CM13 nightlies is relatively easy, I don't think you'll have any serious trouble, just the normal learning curve.

I've had my SM-T320 on Cyanogenmod since the day after I bought it in 2014 and never looked back :good:
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] _salguod:
I don't see any US firmwares on the sammobile.com site. Am I looking in the wrong place?
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] the Doctor:
Cellular South is the US firmware for some reason.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] _salguod:
I'm trying to load the latest CM 13.0 nightly this morning and running into issues.

I'm following the install instructions on the CM website and the loading of a custom recovery is failing at step 7. I get the start of the blue bar on my tablet, but I get this error in the command prompt:

Downloading device's PIT file...

ERROR: Failed to send request to end PIT file transfer!

ERROR: Failed to download PIT file!

Ending session...

ERROR: Failed to send end session packet!

Releasing device interface...​

I've tried twice with the the factory cable and a third time with an alternate cable same result.

How do I fix that?
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 Q&A, Help & Trouble] _salguod:
I should mention that I'm working on a Windows 10 computer.
[Mate 8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mariosun38:
Just a question: will the mate 8 camera be fixed in the following updates? I have searched on the official cinese forum, but i haven't found anything about it.

Thanks :D
[Mate 8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ajsmsg78:
The camera will most likely be the same for as long as you own the phone. It's not the camera app that's the problem. It's either the camera itself sucks (indoors) or something in the driver.
[Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Burdey87:
There is no OEM Unlocking option in the developer options. I'm using the Galaxy S6 920P so I know it's a sprint archetype for the device but it runs through a different prepaid carrier. I have been in the ODIN menu once before and the Knox security was tripped, so I know someone rooted the phone before me. Anyone know what's up with it?
[Windows Mobile Development and Hacking General] BGA:
Greetings all, Wonder if anyone can help on this one.. we supply mobiles (Orange M600, O2 Orbit and HTC 3300 currently) with our delivery driver software on , this software interfaces with TomTom (currently 6.030) to route drivers to destinations , when the unit goes into suspend/sleep mode (ie the power button is pressed) and then woken up (power pressed again) tomtom minimizes itself and anything else thats running at the time ie our software, anyone know how to stop tomtom from minimizing or how to stop it from taking everything else with it - contacted tomtom support who are (unsurprisingly) a waste of time.
[Windows Mobile Development and Hacking General] funy:
I think tomtom minimises itself by design when you press a softkey or power. for instance whilst navigating if I want to check my email I hit end call and it brings to today screen up.

only thing I can think of trying is in today settings switching off today timeout.

don't think buttons are configurable in tomtom.

hope this helps.
[Windows Mobile Development and Hacking General] BGA:
thanx 4 the response - unfortunately this won't sort it - the users will inevitabley press the powerbutton when using the device and this just minimizes everything when power is turned back on - if tomtom isn't running at this point there is no problem.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 4 General] android-incredible:
I have a retail note 4 converted to Developer.Because i don't want to power off my phone to reboot in to recovery i just tried this app and work fine..
[Xperia Z5 Compact General] koonkii:
It's a bit hard to find unbranded Aussie firmwares on free download sites because our internet is so **** for uploads.

https://mega.nz/#!v9kBjZIK!lZqRd9P1BXk4U-19hgsW_m0ZjROs9Xaotdof58V0C84

This file is the unmodified generic/stock firmware without any carrier branding.

It's 2.37gb and the MD5 is 6fd5db89a96f44ff0a7efc0ea70b1d44
[Xperia Z5 Compact General] maciek12:
Is it really unbranded or the same as from xperi firm?
[Xperia Z5 Compact General] MatMew:
When trying to flash with Flashtool it hangs at the end (system.sin). If I disable verification it has errors in system.sin.
[Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) Q&A, Help & Troubl] Stogie87:
Hello [MENTION=535343]all[/MENTION],

can someone who has a little bit knowledge and the time create a simple stock kernel for samsung lollipop 5.1.1 with permissive rights for p600, please? I know there is this xluco kernel but it works very unstabel on my device and i don't need this extra modifications. Thanks...
[Nexus 5X Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] thomasmehari:
Hey!

I just rooted my Nexus 5X and everything went fine BUT everytime I turn on my phone I get a warning saying "Your device software can't be checked for corruption. Please lock the bootloader." Why is this message popping up and how do I get rid rid of the message?
[Nexus 5X Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] PiousInquisitor:
Its popping up because you unlocked the bootloader. You "get rid" of it by using THIS tool or flashing THIS.
[Nexus 5X Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] thomasmehari:
Thanks, going to try it out later.
[Other SmartWatches] vma:
Hi,

I have the No.1 D5 and overall the build quality and feature list is great, especially for the price.

But to me, the most important feature is missing: e-mail notifications!

I used to have a Samsung Gear (1st generation - dead mainboard 1.5 years after purchase - got a refund) and the main benefit to me was being able to see incoming e-mails on the watch (i.e. while driving or in meetings), without having to touch anything.

Why on earth can I configure notifications on almost all installed apps of my Note3, except e-mails?

Is there a better work-around than using BT tethering and a mail client on the watch?

Thanks,

vma
[Other SmartWatches] soniasophie9697:
you can add all accounts to the watch or you can use this: https://plus.google.com/u/0/103030481054767288558/posts/W1k1NFmWgke

and this: https://plus.google.com/u/0/103030481054767288558/posts/bkhPcN99o2v
[Other SmartWatches] EspElement:
This thing still working for you 9 mo later?
[Other SmartWatches] bifixz:
Device Administrator

Sorry for wrong thread, but I'm having difficulty in removing an app thais was given Device administrator priveliges. Does anyone know where I can find this option on the D5 (d5+). Any help s very much appreciated.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] darthnix:
From what I've read, the only thing that can unlock a bootloader is that "1 click multiplatform" thread in the general section, but in the OP it says it only works for v3.?.? something. So is there a bootloader unlock for 5.4.4.1, or will I just have to use safestrap?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Safestrap v4 only. All activity takes place in the stock slot; no secondary slots (just don't).
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] darthnix:
Okay, thanks for telling me. Also, bit of a stupid question here because I don't think this is how it works, but if I install the CM11 safestrap version ROM, can I install TWRP after that since I'm no longer using stock FireOS?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Unfortunately, no. Stock bootloader remains locked so no ability to modify contents of recovery partition.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] darthnix:
Thanks again, I thought as much. By the way, what does stock and secondary slot mean?

edit: never mind, you answered me in another threda. thank you again.
[Xperia Z5 Premium Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] noneee:
Pleaze does anyone know how to istall s6 keyboard on z5p is there any way to do it thx so muchhhhhhh ?
[Xperia Z5 Premium Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] moonbutt74:
You need to read the rules on posting/creating threads.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] puntoboi:
Evening all probably a noob question but after switching back over from iOS to Android i picked up a htc one m9. I've just discovered it's running twrp recovery with no root access. I'm trying to revert it back to stock as I've currently got no options for software update or boomsound options :( I've tried using adb and fastboot but has an error finding the firmware I've downloaded. What am i doing wrong? I'll upload some images of the error tomorrow it's real late atm any help would be really appreciated :)
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] punkmonkey1984:
Does anyone know if it's possible to swap some apps.

I have a K version from olleh Korea, it's rooted and everything is great, however some apps remain in Korean like edge panels. Weather sports/news.

Anyone know how to replace these apps with one's from a UK model or English versions.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] skim234:
Can you tell me how you achieved root? Sorry for the newbie question. I have the same model and am finding it difficult to find the right answer.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] punkmonkey1984:
What firmware / android version are you on?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] skim234:
I have 6.0.1 and g935kkku1apk1 firmware. TIA
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] punkmonkey1984:
Follow this guide:

http://xdaforums.com/s7-edge/development/recovery-official-twrp-hero2lte-3-0-0-0-t3334084

You have to install: http://xdaforums.com/s7-edge/development/sm-g935-exynos-cf-auto-root-t3337354

You have install it with Odin on a windows pc.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SppewLsyHTc
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] skim234:
You the man!

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I keep reading stuff about needing a custom kernel to be able to avoid bootloops (which I got when I tried to root). Also, what is the dm-verity file?

I just want to be able to root and install custom roms and kernels. I rooted all my other phones with ease, but this one is confusing as hell for me haha.

BTW, which roms and kernels do you use? It's hard to find them for the Korean variant. I wish I had just bought the 935F.
[Galaxy S6 Active] Jduncan312:
Recently I done a factory reset on my s6 active and it won't go pass the Samsung screen I've tried Odin putting firmware back on it and doing recovery mode and still nothing any ideas?
[Galaxy S6 Active] abcdavidefg:
Is your phone root?

Is it stock?
[Galaxy S6 Active] ysr84:
the only reason i could see that happening is that the phone was fixed (imei repaired) and someone wiped your efs when they did the repair... after repair the DRk was not fixed.

Solution - Find a rooted kernel or flash eng sboot and it will boot... then fix drk and live happily ever after
[P3600 ROM Development] Yannn:
Yes, this is my third message today ... i'm so activ ! :p

I've a good question for you : I have a file, single video file nearly 700 Mo on my PC hard drive and I want put it on my 2 Go MiniSD card.

I've make fith experience with activesync but I have alway the same message : can't probably disk full ... but it is empty !!!

So how can I do that ? !
[P3600 ROM Development] luminouche:
No SD reader/writer on PC ?

USB SD card reader/writer works great too
[P3600 ROM Development] GDT:
You can try to install WM5torage (with my trinity I'm currently using 1.78beta2). This software makes your Device to be recognized like a USB Drive. I've used it to load tomtom maps on my sd.
[P3600 ROM Development] Yannn:
thank agan ... On your ideas i've test wm5torage ... but it work slowly ... next I've test Softick Card Export. it is not free but work fast as usb2 key...
[P3600 ROM Development] GDT:
you have a pm
[P3600 ROM Development] Yannn:
what is a PM ?
[P3600 ROM Development] GDT:
A Private Message... look at the top-right corner of this page.