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[Q] Will 2.3.4 break root on my N1?

So yesterday I finally found some time to root Gingerbread on my Nexus One. We're moving to Germany from the U.S. in a month and the last couple of weeks I just didn't have any time to get it done. I had my N1 rooted when I was on Froyo and was desperate to root it again on GB.
Last night I set a couple of hours aside to familiarize myself with the GingerBreak exploit and ended up with a rooted N1 and Gingerbread 2.3.3
Here's the funny part... not 30 minutes after rooting I get an OTA notification to update to 2.3.4. Go figure!
Can anyone confirm that 2.3.4 will break root on the N1? If so, will the GingerBreak exploit still work to root GB again?
What would be the preferred/easiest method to upgrade to 2.3.4 and retain root?

2.3.4 will break root. just use the gingerbreak app again and youll be rooted

I figured it would break root but just needed some confirmation!
I didn't actually use the .apk but ran the exploit myself. I think this time around I may just use the .apk though.
Is it confirmed that the app will root 2.3.4?

Just boot into recovery, flash the update as file from SD, and then flash the su zip...

danger-rat said:
Just boot into recovery, flash the update as file from SD, and then flash the su zip...
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This. Not sure why people are so confused like this. This has been the process since the Nexus One launched.

The new OTA break the root
This morning i have rooted my nexus one and root died.
I am trying Gingerbreak 1.2 after 25 minutes i cancelled it.

GldRush98 said:
This. Not sure why people are so confused like this. This has been the process since the Nexus One launched.
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Wouldn't this method require my boot loader to be unlocked?

Not if you already have a custom recovery installed...

danger-rat said:
Not if you already have a custom recovery installed...
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All right, let me recap so I'm not missing anything.
1. I download the 2.3.4 update from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1061270, rename it update.zip and place it in the root of my SD
2. Then I download the su zip from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=682828 and also place it in the root of my SD
3. Then I reboot into Clockwork and apply the update.zip
4. Once that's done I DO NOT reboot and apply the su zip
Is that it or am I missing something?

Don't apply it as an update, because your phone will reboot once it's done. If you reboot, you will lose your custom recovery. Use the "install zip from SD" option...

I tried to apply the update as zip from sd card and I got the following error, which seems to have something to do with google books
apply_patch_check(''/system/app/BooksPhone.apk'',numbers and letters
E:Error in /sdcard/update.zip (status 7)
Installation aborted.
Any ideas? Maybe it is because I had integrate Books into ROM? Any solutions?
Thanks a lot.

Nikos_s3 said:
I tried to apply the update as zip from sd card and I got the following error, which seems to have something to do with google books
apply_patch_check(''/system/app/BooksPhone.apk'',numbers and letters
E:Error in /sdcard/update.zip (status 7)
Installation aborted.
Any ideas? Maybe it is because I had integrate Books into ROM? Any solutions?
Thanks a lot.
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I'm getting the same error. I thought maybe it was because I had deleted Google Books from my system apps but after restoring the BooksPhone.apk I still get it. Not sure what the problem is.

Try this...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13424911&postcount=19

danger-rat said:
Try this...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13424911&postcount=19
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That worked! Thanks for the help! Learned something new again.

danger-rat said:
Try this...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13424911&postcount=19
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this is only for those who havent flashed the un-edited update i guess. I flashed the original update too soon and it removed the root access on my wifes N1. I tried flashing the su last night it didnt work, really frustrating... ahihihihi
I was thinking if I flash the backup on 2.3.3 will that bring back the root access? or at least I can already use Gingerbreak then? ty

XodoX said:
All right, let me recap so I'm not missing anything.
1. I download the 2.3.4 update from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1061270, rename it update.zip and place it in the root of my SD
2. Then I download the su zip from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=682828 and also place it in the root of my SD
3. Then I reboot into Clockwork and apply the update.zip
4. Once that's done I DO NOT reboot and apply the su zip
Is that it or am I missing something?
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Try this...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...1&postcount=19
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i have stock 2.3.4 unrooted recovery stock.
Which file should i use? Do i have to rename files?
thanks!

Pepits said:
i have stock 2.3.4 unrooted recovery stock.
Which file should i use? Do i have to rename files?
thanks!
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To do what? To root? This procedure is to, in this case, update to 2.3.4 from 2.3.3 without loosing root.

Now I have an additional question. I wasn't able to use the original update file from Google, presumably because I had deleted the Google Books app. I kept getting the above-mentioned error.
Just out of curiosity, how could I get Google Books back so the update would run? Just placing it in /system/app didn't seem to work.
Not that it really matters, I used the modified update file that danger-rat posted, but for the future I would like to know how I can avoid this error.

XodoX said:
Not that it really matters, I used the modified update file that danger-rat posted, but for the future I would like to know how I can avoid this error.
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I used same update file,but though flashing went fine, my Wifi gives error all the time and cannot turn it on....Back to 2.3.3 for now...

Nikos_s3 said:
I used same update file,but though flashing went fine, my Wifi gives error all the time and cannot turn it on....Back to 2.3.3 for now...
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how can you go back to 2.3.3? i wanna do the same thing for my wife. ty

[Q] Question from a 15 year old: How to Root

Hi guys,
I am jennie from the philippines and i'm 15 years old. I recently got a motorola milestone from my brother --- I want to root it and explore but I cannot find an easy way to do it. I tried looking at the instructions but it makes me confuse...
Can anybody help me or guide me to a simple instruction to root my phone?
Thanks a lot guys

jennie15 said:
Hi guys,
I am jennie from the philippines and i'm 15 years old. I recently got a motorola milestone from my brother --- I want to root it and explore but I cannot find an easy way to do it. I tried looking at the instructions but it makes me confuse...
Can anybody help me or guide me to a simple instruction to root my phone?
Thanks a lot guys
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-Turn off the phone, reboot into bootloader mode (power+up on the d-pad)
-Look to see which version you have for your bootloader. Then you want to go to http://android.doshaska.net/rootable and download the SBF for your bootloader. This will enable you to root the phone and install a custom recovery called "OpenRecovery".
-Download the latest version of RSD Lite and the latest version of the Motorola USB Drivers. Place your SBF file on the root of the C drive, and rename it to some one letter name like a.sbf
-Put the phone in bootloader mode, launch RSD Lite, plug in the phone and it should appear. Select your SBF and start. If it all passes, your phone should reboot.
-Once that is done, you want to place OpenRecovery on the ROOT of the SD card. I suggest using FuFu's MiniMod. Once that is done, you want to root the phone. Turn the phone off, and hold power+x, when you see the Motorola M, release the keys and hold camera+volume-up instead.
-You are now into recovery. Using the d-pad, select "apply update.zip", you are now loading up OpenRecovery. I recommend you do a Nandroid backup before you root, and you can do another one after you root.
-Reboot the phone, now you should have Root. If it isn't already installed, install Superuser from the Android Market. This will enable you to manage what can use root permissions.
-Download TitaniumBackup (or MyBackupRoot) and backup all of your applications to the SD card. Anything that is on the phone's memory and not on the SD card will be WIPED.
-Download the custom ROM that you want to flash. For CyanogenMod based ROMs, you will need to flash Google Apps as well. Place them both on your SD card, under OpenRecovery/updates
-Once you are sure that everything you want saved is saved, turn off the phone again and reboot into recovery.
-Select the Wipe Menu and wipe dalvik cache, cache partition and then data(in that order)
-Now navigate to Apply Update and flash the ROM you want. When that is done, wipe ONLY the caches again, flash Google Apps if you need to, wipe caches again.
-Navigate to the miscellaneous menu, and select Change Baseband. Choose the baseband for your country/provider, so you can get 3G.
-Reboot the phone, and you will see that it is taking a longer time to reboot, which is normal because you are booting up a new custom ROM for the first time.
I think that sums everything up If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask.

What a patience guy!!!! LOL
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wisefreakz said:
What a patience guy!!!! LOL
Sent from my Milestone using XDA Premium App
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Yeeeeeep!
Sent from my Milestone using xda premium

thanks sir, i'll try it and i'll update you on my phone
thanks again

If you're looking for an easy (but non-permanent way) of rooting, try Univeral Androot: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/20401155/UniversalAndroot-1.6.2-beta5.apk
Keep in mind, that root access will be lost upon reboot and has to be activated again

Eiertschik said:
If you're looking for an easy (but non-permanent way) of rooting, try Univeral Androot: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1257115
Keep in mind, that root access will be lost upon reboot and has to be activated again
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I believe you're mistaken. I rooted my phone using Universal Androot and have to two other Milestones. I'm pretty sure there's an option to choose a temporary root or a permaroot that you would only lose if you reflash a stock SBF.

I know there is such an option - but somewhere I've overheard that a permanent root wouldn't stick to a stock Milestone.
Seems like I was mistaken - but due to this 'misinformation' I never tried to permaroot using UA.

Eiertschik said:
I know there is such an option - but somewhere I've overheard that a permanent root wouldn't stick to a stock Milestone.
Seems like I was mistaken - but due to this 'misinformation' I never tried to permaroot using UA.
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I can confirm that a permaroot with Universal Androot sticks on a stock Milestone Updated from stock 2.2.1

Hi again
I have a question, I got to liking the game Inotia 3 ---
I followed your instructios on rooting and all and I'm satisifed with it...
The deal is the game force closes when I start it. What should I do about it? I used the ROM (CyanogenMod) you suggested.
is there anything that I should do?
btw: super thank you for your instructions... i really like the rom and it's fast

jennie15 said:
Hi again
I have a question, I got to liking the game Inotia 3 ---
I followed your instructios on rooting and all and I'm satisifed with it...
The deal is the game force closes when I start it. What should I do about it? I used the ROM (CyanogenMod) you suggested.
is there anything that I should do?
btw: super thank you for your instructions... i really like the rom and it's fast
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Were you able to play the game before you rooted? If so, then try using zeppelinrox's memory management script called Supercharger(you run it as root in the app "Script Manager")

is this the one? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=991276
Is it right that I have to download the zip file and just put it in the root? and then i own't have to do anything?

jennie15 said:
is this the one? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=991276
Is it right that I have to download the zip file and just put it in the root? and then i own't have to do anything?
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I just use the V8 Alpha Milestone version. You place it anywhere on the SD card and browse to it using Script Manager.

how do i browse to it? do i need to go to open recovery? btw I am using the androidiani open recovery... super thanks for your help

jennie15 said:
how do i browse to it? do i need to go to open recovery? btw I am using the androidiani open recovery... super thanks for your help
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No need to use OpenRecovery. All you need to do is download Script Manager from the Market, choose the script on your SD Card, Run as Root and voila!

do you suggest the v8 already? It's only in Alpha while v6 of the supercharger is already in beta

jennie15 said:
do you suggest the v8 already? It's only in Alpha while v6 of the supercharger is already in beta
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I've been using V8 Alpha since it came out and I've had no problems whatsoever with it!

thanks! I'll try to do that and give you an update

is it really just a small file? the one attached on the v8 thread?

jennie15 said:
is it really just a small file? the one attached on the v8 thread?
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Yeah, it's very small. Not going to take up much space on your SD.

[ROM] Stock Android 2.3.6 Build GRK39F i9023

Disclaimer:
This will unroot your device! I am not responsible if you brick your phone.
Requirement: Stock 2.3.4 GRJ22
Compatibility: Nexus S i9023
Step 1: Download Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread (GRK39F) update for your Google Nexus S.
Step 2: Connect your Nexus S with your computer to transfer update.zip to the root/parent-directory of your phone.
Step 3: After completing transfer, turn off your Nexus S.
Step 4: Hold down Power + Volume Down until you get into your bootloader (you’ll know when you do) and then go into Recovery mode.
Step 5: Select choose from sdcard.
Step 6: Select the downloaded file.
Step 7: Wait for the update to be installed and then reboot back into Android.
Enjoy!
Please 'Thank' me!
Add me to your circle!

So this ROM has been do for the Nexus S I9023, or it's an OTA ?
It is an OTA or it based with the OTA 2.3.6 of the I9020(a)(t) .. ?
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It's an OTA, but the small OTA for the right ROM stock android 2.3.4/.5 and with the recovery android, and not the clockwork.

does this add google wallet?

Hey, I'm seeing a better responsive stock browser after the update.
The issue is discussed here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=873364
The scroll is now usable on pages with big images which wasn't the case before.
I'm so happy, I have a working stock browser again.
Anyone else see the same improvement?
Also do you know of any other bug fixes?

this is OTA update not Full ROM

zamolxees said:
Hey, I'm seeing a better responsive stock browser after the update.
The issue is discussed here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=873364
The scroll is now usable on pages with big images which wasn't the case before.
I'm so happy, I have a working stock browser again.
Anyone else see the same improvement?
Also do you know of any other bug fixes?
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Would you be so kind and pull that patched Browser.apk from your Phone and post it here?

Will this remove root permissions?

Corra said:
Will this remove root permissions?
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It says right in the first post. Yes it will.
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brainmaster said:
Would you be so kind and pull that patched Browser.apk from your Phone and post it here?
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I copied it from my /system/apk and then on my computer. Hope that's ok, I don't have adb atm.

markywylder said:
It says right in the first post. Yes it will.
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I did it OTA style and it did not remove root for me. Weird.
Although I'll have to flash CWM again, it seems to be broken.

So, the root is possible on the new version 2.3.6 with the update.zip of chendd ?

IT4ALii3EN said:
So, the root is possible on the new version 2.3.6 with the update.zip of chendd ?
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I'm wondering the exact same thing.

Tried to flash the update.zip thru CWM but it gives an error. Is this normal?. Maybe have the "stock recovery" is a pre-requisite to flash an OTA update. If not, perhaps I missed something to do.

zamolxees said:
I copied it from my /system/apk and then on my computer. Hope that's ok, I don't have adb atm.
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Awesome.
Just tried to copy it to my /system/app but it doesn't work... anyone have any luck with the new browser?

Arkaknio said:
Tried to flash the update.zip thru CWM but it gives an error. Is this normal?. Maybe have the "stock recovery" is a pre-requisite to flash an OTA update. If not, perhaps I missed something to do.
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It happened the same here. I think it would give the same with the stock recovery, I already tried. I restored the very first backup I done right after rooting and it worked flawlessly. Maybe this happens when we give root permissions to apps that don't deserve them
However I lost root and I just re-flashed the superuser zip file.
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poyz said:
Awesome.
Just tried to copy it to my /system/app but it doesn't work... anyone have any luck with the new browser?
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Nope. I tried what you did. Also pushing the app via dab. Deleting data and cache then deleting the apk and pushing the new one. Every time it said the app could not be found cause it was not installed.
Anyone else have any luck with this?
The only other thing I can think of is replacing it in the rom zip file before flashing.

Can anyone extract the boot.img for 2.3.6 and post it up?
I kind of did something silly and need it!
Previous boot images do not work with 2.3.6.
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Never mind, sorted!
PS: Just used the superuser file and have successfully rooted 2.3.6 and installed CW Recovery 5 too.
I know the dangers, but **** it, I like having root access!

how to root after flashing 219

i did't backup root using rootkeeper and just flashing 219 using rsd. then i found that the superuser is still there but the root(su) no longer working.... i have tried everything, wiping, unroot, root(droid4utility0.4)...nothing work, even the safetrap doesn't work... i really really need you help to get my root back. millions of thanks~~~~

sbf back to the old version 215, factory reset, install root, install voodoo rootkeper and use it, then apply the update zip, reboot and go into voodoo and restore root.

myfishbear said:
sbf back to the old version 215, factory reset, install root, install voodoo rootkeper and use it, then apply the update zip, reboot and go into voodoo and restore root.
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thanks so much buddy! and do you have the sbf 215 version link? i really don't konw where to find it...

matthewzx said:
thanks so much buddy! and do you have the sbf 215 version link? i really don't konw where to find it...
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Look in the EternityProject Droid 4 ROMs thread in the dev section.
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myfishbear said:
sbf back to the old version 215, factory reset, install root, install voodoo rootkeper and use it, then apply the update zip, reboot and go into voodoo and restore root.
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still doesn't work... might be somebody can up;oad the voodoo ota rootkeeper's root backup files and let me hve a try.... thanks so much to all of your guys~~

Here is the thread with the fastboot files in case anyone else can't find it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1622256
I'm surprised that Superuser was still on your phone after flashing the fastboot file. Did you wipe data and cache?

SGMD1 said:
Here is the thread with the fastboot files in case anyone else can't find it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1622256
I'm surprised that Superuser was still on your phone after flashing the fastboot file. Did you wipe data and cache?
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yep, many times wiping... when using the droid utility 0.4 it says "fail...read only file system..."

Try using motofail. If it doesn't work the first time run it one more time.

Grizzy3 said:
Try using motofail. If it doesn't work the first time run it one more time.
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ok...i will try tonight...3xs~

Grizzy3 said:
Try using motofail. If it doesn't work the first time run it one more time.
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still not working... when i choose the storage mode the superuser installed successful but no root(voodoo ota keeper tells)...
i think the last option is trying someone's voodoo ota root keeper's root backupfile...
would you please upload yours? thank you so much buddy!

How to ROOT Android One without PC

Hallo Guys, Welcome to my thread, I tried so many apps to root my device withot pc, and finally I found this app to root mya Android One. I tried this in Indonesian 8GB variant and Philipinne 4GB variant Stock rom, so i think it might be worked on other device and stock rom called android one
Okay so lets get work guys,
1. Download Kingroot in here http://d-h.st/qcUS
2. install the downloadaed apk and open it.
3. tap on blue button and wait till progress 100%
4. Reboot your device
5. now your device ROOTED
(optional) For anyone who want superSU
1. flash custom recovery like CWM/Philz/TWRP via flashify (you can download flashify on playstore)
2. download update.zip in here http://d-h.st/JOuF
3. flash update.zip
3. DONE
Here the screenshot
Go to Page 2 >>
Okay Guys thats what i've done Thank you :good:
Press Thanks Button if i Help you

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What was deleted?

I asked if you are using Cherry Mobile One but never mind XD

markjerald said:
I asked if you are using Cherry Mobile One but never mind XD
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LOL, but i think it might be work on any devices too
I tested in indian stock rom too in last hour

Haha. I'm afraid to root because they say that it'll broke OTA updates

So don't root your phone

Yeah but they said too that you can update manually even though your phone is rooted but i don't know how to update manually. Can you teach me?

People have tried many apps in the past, and reported that they do not work
Can you post a screenshot showing it?

markjerald said:
Yeah but they said too that you can update manually even though your phone is rooted but i don't know how to update manually. Can you teach me?
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Ask someone who could give you update.zip which downloaded from update, and flash it via recovery

Maykheld said:
Ask someone who could give you update.zip which downloaded from update, and flash it via recovery
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Can i flash OTA's using stock recovery?

akhilnarang said:
People have tried many apps in the past, and reported that they do not work
Can you post a screenshot showing it?
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here are the screenshots
thanks for remind me

Is it possible to flash the update.zip or supersu using stock recovery?

i never try it before, but you need to install custom recovery for more abilities

hi
pless help
mi how to root samsung star 2 sm-g130e withot pc