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Ok so I just switched from an iPhone 6 plus to the note 4 and I love it but I keep seeing all the post about rooting and I don't know if it's for me I have jailbroken my iPhone before but I see so many different stuff like roms and am kind of lost and don't know where I would start and what to choose what's the difference between them and if it's even worth it any info and comments would be appreciated. Thanks
Dude, if you have a brain in your head. And a computer or laptop at home. WHAT are you waiting for??! Rooting and custom roms are always going to be my sht lol. Thus why when I get my laptop I am rooting right away. And start to learn to code android with a bunch of programs. Eventually i will bring out a rom myself. It's all about the love for the "sport". Only reason I haven't rooted is because the current computer I have sucks so bad, so slow. But once this taxes come in baby its on!
I haven't found the need to root just yet. If Lollipop releases before the official T-Mobile release, then may-be.
no... simple
But I still don't know why I should root and I I was going to root which one should I use and what does it mean when I see people are rooted and then they flash roms or something I don't want to brick my phone and will I still be able to jump because I hear that it will show that it's been rooted or something about Knox?
twe90kid said:
no... simple
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The need to root should come before doing it. If you don't know what you're doing it for then you don't need it.
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But I still don't know why I should root and I I was going to root which one should I use and what does it mean when I see people are rooted and then they flash roms or something I don't want to brick my phone and will I still be able to jump because I hear that it will show that it's been rooted or something about Knox?
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Based on your questions, you have ALOT of reading up to do before you should even attempt to root..Its super easy, but until you know what you are doing, and how to recover in case something goes wrong, don't be in a hurry to do anything...
Start here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2903733
I'd recommend firekat for your first rom. I'm switching to some version of cm12 today, but you can work on that later when you are more comfortable with Odin and team win recovery.
I guess my main question is what can I do if I root that I can't do unrooted. I have unrooted a phone before thanks to this forum and the help users provided. I wouldn't do anything until I read and was sure of what I was doing but the curiosity has me thinking of doing it and as I read the post on these forums like everyone and their mother is rooted.
You won't brick. These phones are hard to brick. Just follow the instructions. They don't check if Knox is tripped to jump.
Ad blockers like adfree and adaway are big reasons for me. Makes it so you can use free apps without suffering through the ads. It's most important for me with free games and the CNN app:
You can see in that same picture cachemate. Using it and other cleaners requires root access.
Sd maid is another cleaner that needs root access to be fully functional. In the picture you can also see root browser which let's you see more of the phone than my files:
Titanium backup let's you remove the Tmobile bloat:
It requires root access.
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You can see in that same picture cachemate. Using it and other cleaners requires root access.
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you should stop advertising root to him.. LOL
Free tethering.
Ok well so far the only thing I would do it for would be for the hotspot what else could I benefit from and thanks for all the comments and info
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Why would you say that?
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Why would you say that
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Ad Blocker
Hello guys...
I have made a new "Ad Blocker" for personal use and i taught it useful for other people and I'm sharing it to u people...
U can flash this zip in recovery. No need to install adaway or adblock etc... apps.
Just flash n forget.
Download Ad Blocker
Version 4.5
Ad Blocker Remover:
I have made a remover mod for those who is willing to revert back to their mobile full of ads
Download Ad Blocker Remover
Source List is here
This will be updated regularly...
Chandan 007
Wow I was looking at blocking ads yesterday & today I see this!!!
Which ad blocking list are you using or have you compiled your own list?
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This seems to be working/blocking ads. And I am happy Thank you.
TechEdge said:
Wow I was looking at blocking ads yesterday & today I see this!!!
Which ad blocking list are you using or have you compiled your own list?
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This seems to be working/blocking ads. And I am happy Thank you.
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This ad blocking lists can block maximum ads in ur mobile...
Now use ur mobile freely without ads
This seems simpler compared to Adaway but you need a lot of reputation by providing the source list. Hope I can get to use it soon, though Adaway is functioning and working as expected but this might be a better alternative as long as it gets updated.
A couple of questions if you dont mind. 1. Does the ad blocker block ads also on apps or just when browsing the net?
2. When having the ad blocker does it block the page when you're being redirect to another domain or does it allow redirections? Thank you very much.
she3py said:
A couple of questions if you dont mind. 1. Does the ad blocker block ads also on apps or just when browsing the net?
2. When having the ad blocker does it block the page when you're being redirect to another domain or does it allow redirections? Thank you very much.
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1. Yes it bolcks ads in some selected/popular apps.
2. No it does not blocks redirections to other domains...
Small update is here...
Link on OP updated. Version changes to 1.1
Thanks for your work
Hi,
Checked the zip file. It seems like this method is subset of MoaB MOD. MoaB have performance penalty.. could you please let us know that, this mod have any performance penalty like Moab ?
Archi comment on moab method,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57410912&postcount=2462
mahe. said:
Hi,
Checked the zip file. It seems like this method is subset of MoaB MOD. MoaB have performance penalty.. could you please let us know that, this mod have any performance penalty like Moab ?
Archi comment on moab method,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57410912&postcount=2462
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This it not subset of anything... This is separate of all ad blockers.
And this ad blockers does not delay ur device like the other... Try n see...
Hey superchandan your app is great but how do I uninstall it? My only problem so far with it is that it blocks redirected sites for downloading and such so its a big deal for me, otherwise it works beautifuly.
she3py said:
Hey superchandan your app is great but how do I uninstall it? My only problem so far with it is that it blocks redirected sites for downloading and such so its a big deal for me, otherwise it works beautifuly.
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As per my knowledge, it does not block redirections...
For uninstalling. Ill work on it n post the link in OP.
I will update it to u guys.
she3py said:
Hey superchandan your app is great but how do I uninstall it? My only problem so far with it is that it blocks redirected sites for downloading and such so its a big deal for me, otherwise it works beautifuly.
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Hello.
As request from you. I have made a Ad Blocker Remover.
OP updated.
Great work you´ve done here less one app taking out resources and memory with this mod :good:
Hello guys. Im back with major update.
OP updated. Version changed to 2.0
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superchandan007 said:
Hello guys. Im back with major update.
OP updated. Version changed to 2.0
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Hi, does your adblocker removes the empty space caused by by ads in app like MinMinGuard By XDA dev FatMinMin?
LucasBass said:
Hi, does your adblocker removes the empty space caused by by ads in app like MinMinGuard By XDA dev FatMinMin?
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Yes. It disables the ads activity n clears the space of add in apps...
Enjoy flashing...?
Does this ad blocker work on any device or only in samsung galaxy S III?
Any device bro...
Hello guys...
I'm here with a massive update
OP updated. Version changed to 3.0
Source file Updated
-Happy flashing
When I bought note 5 I saw that there is implemented security software in smart manager. I don't know if it's good enough and does works in the background. I already have avg Antivirus pro bought from playstore when I used my previous phone, so my question is can I install avg alongside the security app in smart manager or no,because I relate to Windows problem with 2 Antivirus software working together are causing problems and I don't know if that's the case in Android too.
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These anti-virus apps really have minimal use. Yea, they'll back up your data and what not but they're not the equivalent to what anti-virus software is on the computer. I have never used one on any of my devices. Just be careful of what apk's you download that aren't from the market.
I download apk's only from playstore and from Samsung store. I don't know much how Antivirus apps for Android works but in avg app that I have there is something that protect me while I am surfing the Internet, so I don't know what to do and does it have some real protection or is just gimmick.
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darko.baruh said:
I download apk's only from playstore and from Samsung store. I don't know much how Antivirus apps for Android works but in avg app that I have there is something that protect me while I am surfing the Internet, so I don't know what to do and does it have some real protection or is just gimmick.
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hi,
Firstly, my attitude was also that i did not care /worry about Antivirus on my Android phone.
About 2 year's ago i started realizing and understanding the security and
increase in malware on Android. I have been using Nortons on my laptop, for many years
Further, i was happy, overall with product and always renewing 5 times x any computer /device subscription.
As i had spare subscription left, i included my Android device.
Since then i had used my Antivirus 360 subscription (Nortons) on my phone.
I must admit my attitude changed.
It helped me quite a few times when
surfing the web (malicious attacks?, phishing, bad ratings etc)
It also gves me a risk rating on each app in Play store etc( adverts, battery drainer etc) before i install. Even when sometimes sideloading it scans relevant app before installation. Also can block calls and Sms (same as stock system )
So i got my own Antivirus running on my Note5 with the included system
one, not enabled at all (only one Antivirus.. and i am no refering to Knox etc)
Battery wise, no excessive battery drainage or app been intrusive.
I have change my mind about Antivirus on Android and can only say with increased security risks, i do
need " something "
It's your choice
good luck
Antivirus for android are more like bloatwares because android is linux based OS so no risks of viruses. Only thing you should care for is your data.
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So you say that you have Norton and note's 5 Antivirus on your system and both working without problems?
P. S. Sorry if I didn't understand correctly, my English is not so good.
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darko.baruh said:
So you say that you have Norton and note's 5 Antivirus on your system and both working without problems?
P. S. Sorry if I didn't understand correctly, my English is not so good.
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hi,
Only Norton antivirus ,system one is disabled .You can install Antivirus (of your choice ? ) and it will work fine. Just remember that if you activated the system Antivirus (not Knox).. i recommend you disable system one... if enabled. Take a look at screenshots.. it should explain a lot.. remember it just not all about virus etc. There is a lot more to it...malware web protection etc... etc The screenshots should also tell you this...!
Good luck
Thank you
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Can you please tell me the name of the security app so I can deactivate it? I looked for it and didn't manage to find it.
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Can you please tell me the name of the security app so I can deactivate it? I looked for it and didn't manage to find it.
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hi,
Look at my last screenshot (Smart manager app) , what does your Smart manager say, deactivated or activated ..?
If it says deactivated (like my screenshot) , then don't worry, just install you Antivirus of choice.
Good luck
It's already activated and there isn't a button to deactivate. And in the app manager under all applications I can't find it. ?
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It's already activated and there isn't a button to deactivate. And in the app manager under all applications I can't find it. ?
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hi, Take a look at Phone /Settings /Application Manager , scroll down and try and find it and disable it... i think it should be Mc Afee security or something, not sure...?
Good luck
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hi, Further if you can't find it, just install you Antivirus of choice,
If there is a conflict it should show up. I personally don't think it should give errors. if it does just uninstall your new installed Antivirus. Then you have to most probably Google around to see where its location is on device.
I presume you are stock Rom? not rooted and with Knox not tripped?
I'm stock, not rooted and Knox is not activated. I didn't find the McAfee app, or something Antivirus in application manager. But as you suggest I'll install my avg pro and give it a try. Thank you again.
darko.baruh said:
I'm stock, not rooted and Knox is not activated. I didn't find the McAfee app, or something Antivirus in application manager. But as you suggest I'll install my avg pro and give it a try. Thank you again.
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hi,
yes I agree, i cannot really see it causing issues. I had on my laptop at one stage also 2 x different Antivirus installed and activated. Had no issues at all. Also i am guessing it could be Mc affee, as i vaguely read something to that effect.. but I think I am wrong!
Maybe its just part of Smart manager functions checking for malware.
I would not really "worry" about any issues. or conflicts.
As you stated, jut install AVG pro and if any issues, post in this thread,
I am sure we'll sort it out.!
Good luck.
Anti virus on an android is not worth the resources or battery time. If you only download from the market. Don't go to shady sites. Or install funny looking apks. You will not get a virus.
LiL_Assassin said:
Anti virus on an android is not worth the resources or battery time. If you only download from the market. Don't go to shady sites. Or install funny looking apks. You will not get a virus.
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hi ,
i also had similar attitude as you at one stage ,but change it ..
In my case i installed Nortons 360 Premier for a reason .
Its does more than just what you stated above .( take a look at my screenshots )
I don't ( your words )..."Don't go to shady sites. Or install funny looking apks. "
All my apks is paid apps from Google Play store or Amazon .!!!
or some are just Beta apks, i subscribed /test (for a dev. re an app )
But i do use the internet and read or Google ,( eg if want want to know more about an issue )
I do click on links to follow relevant info i was Googling or reading .......etc etc .
Further eg . 'Stagefright " was spread by MMS ....not, going to your words again ....... "Don't go to shady sites. Or install funny looking apks. "
Bottom line ...
i like to have something called " peace of mind "
if somebody wants to install Antivirus on his phone.....?
i do understand he wants "peace of mind "!!!!
If you happy with your setup /device and don't use an Antivirus.. ...good ,is your choice ..!!
Today' s Antivirus software does much more than just look for a "virus " !
good luck
Please let me know if you guys know a ways to remove the ads!
No way that we know of. You could return it for another one and NOT let it connect to wifi or put in a sim until after you have relashed it. All phones are shipping with 6.1, so it was your mistake to let it update.
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No way that we know of. You could return it for another one and NOT let it connect to wifi or put in a sim until after you have relashed it. All phones are shipping with 6.1, so it was your mistake to let it update.
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Yeah I know, I didn't done the research before I made the update.
Thanks for letting me know tho!
Things just got more complicated because Amazon has stopped selling the phone! We will have to wait and see what happens next. If it were me, I would contact them right away and find out if a replacement is available still.
yaconsult said:
Things just got more complicated because Amazon has stopped selling the phone! We will have to wait and see what happens next. If it were me, I would contact them right away and find out if a replacement is available still.
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Yeah I just realized that too, but I think I'll just keep the phone. because I just found a temporary way to remove the ads, so it won't bother me that much lol.
samzeta said:
Yeah I just realized that too, but I think I'll just keep the phone. because I just found a temporary way to remove the ads, so it won't bother me that much lol.
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and what is that temporary way to remove ads?
shashank g said:
and what is that temporary way to remove ads?
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I can't post the link cause I'm new to here.
Go to Youtube and search "BLU R1 HD How to stop or get rid of Amazon Lock Screen Ads No root required", viedo from ( Ineedtoseethis Beta ).
shashank g said:
and what is that temporary way to remove ads?
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Developer options > Running services > Kill/Murder amazon services = Lockscreen doesn't display adverts.
What? Amazon stopped selling this phone? What does that mean, for us current users?
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What? Amazon stopped selling this phone? What does that mean, for us current users?
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Not sure. All I know is literally I bought the phone the day before it was taken down. I'm so glad I did.
Autolounge said:
Not sure. All I know is literally I bought the phone the day before it was taken down. I'm so glad I did.
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I'm not sure you should be happy for it, since discontinued sales means discontinued support soon..
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I'm not sure you should be happy for it, since discontinued sales means discontinued support soon..
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I'm not too worried about that. I can see why it could be distressing though.
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Developer options > Running services > Kill/Murder amazon services = Lockscreen doesn't display adverts.
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samzeta said:
I can't post the link cause I'm new to here.
Go to Youtube and search "BLU R1 HD How to stop or get rid of Amazon Lock Screen Ads No root required", viedo from ( Ineedtoseethis Beta ).
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So, I'm an app developer and looked into this lately. The latest updates have hardened the lockscreen ads against removal - that includes against doing the above where it only causes a minimized ad on the lockscreen until reboot VS a fullscreen one unless there's a notification available.
(There's at least one way I didn't test such as reverting to the original shipped version of the amazon apps which could maybe work, idk.)
So the above can also be done using an app that displays a non-dismissable notification and starts on boot so that there's no longer any attention needed. Again, this just forces no fullscreen ads.
A newly found Linux flaw, which may work on the device as someone seems to have it working on android, looks like it could be used to gain access needed to completely remove the ads, but I don't really care to look into it and you do so at your own risk.
And of course as there's custom roms available, they won't have ads as well.
Stuff like lockscreen replacement apps - well I tried one and the amazon ad still appeared - the ad developer should have tested against these anyway. There seems to be better developer access to the lockscreen with android N that could in theory work against the ads, but the device OS isn't android N and I feel they wouldn't update it regardless if the ads were easily removed as that would be counterproductive.
If something isn't correct or becomes outdated in this post, just say below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/r1-hd/how-to/blu-r1-hd-v6-6-dirtycowed-f-amazon-root-t3490882
Now that we can root and unlocked the V6.6 version, anyway to remove the ads?
Why not just install the non-Amazon version of the rom V12 using Colton's easy method, and then update it to V17 using vampire's method. The non-Amazon roms don't have the ads to begin with, so there's nothing that needs removing.
I'm receiving my Google Pixel 7 tomorrow. I'm coming from Pixel 6 and before coming from a Pixel 4. The last device I rooted was Oneplus 6T and was before the pixels I've got. So, my question is, does it worth root for this device? What would be the benefits nowadays? I've got the pixel 7 from Google unlocked. Thanks in advance
imrock666 said:
I'm receiving my Google Pixel 7 tomorrow. I'm coming from Pixel 6 and before coming from a Pixel 4. The last device I rooted was Oneplus 6T and was before the pixels I've got. So, my question is, does it worth root for this device? What would be the benefits nowadays? I've got the pixel 7 from Google unlocked. Thanks in advance
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To answer your question, I would say it's worth it. You can get system wide AdBlock. Some apps require it like audio mods. You can also get LSPosed and ASOPMods which will give you a bunch of tweaks on the stock rom without having to use a custom ROM, among other things, but in the end it's up to you
Thanks, for the reply. My bad about the miss understanding. The Google pay always it's patched and possibly to use? My question resides since I use it a lot
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Thanks, for the reply. My bad about the miss understanding. The Google pay always it's patched and possibly to use? My question resides since I use it a lot
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Google Pay might be disabled when you root it though.
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Thanks, for the reply. My bad about the miss understanding. The Google pay always it's patched and possibly to use? My question resides since I use it a lot
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Im rooted and I have no problem doing payments with the NFC
I think that the people that use XDA are likely to be in favor of rooting, after all they are mostly hackers anyway. I have to say I haven't rooted one of my phones in years, android has gotten so good that most of the features that rooting provided are available without rooting now.
That being said, I think you know the answer. If there is something you want on your phone that you can only get by rooting, then you should root. The Pixel series seems to be very well supported by the community.
Thank you guys for the reply. I've been far from the scene but i know what you say it's right. I'll take a look to the topics to see if I need something that worth root.
AdAway -that's why I root, and it's worth it. I hate ads and a system wide ad blocker is awesome. Also, the AOSP mods module (you can find it on XDA) helps customize a stock rooted device very well.
*But I don't use banking apps, so if you do - root may not be worth the hassle or the security risk.
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AdAway -that's why I root, and it's worth it. I hate ads and a system wide ad blocker is awesome. Also, the AOSP mods module (you can find it on XDA) helps customize a stock rooted device very well.
*But I don't use banking apps, so if you do - root may not be worth the hassle or the security risk.
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If ad blocking is your main reason to root, you should look into things that can be done via dns from your router to every device in your home no software required. That being said, unlocking the bootloader on my Samsung tablet and pixel experience gsi actually made me appreciate some of the pixels ui. Root doesn't really matter like it used to for me, but in principle I should be allowed admin privilege on a device I paid for.
Thanks, pal. I'm still thinking in rooting the pixel 7. I've just got it but in my opinion has everything you need out of the box. Times are changing now.
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Thanks, pal. I'm still thinking in rooting the pixel 7. I've just got it but in my opinion has everything you need out of the box. Times are changing now.
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The nice thing regarding rooting are the possible extra functions you may want to add then using modules and apps. I tested many custom ROMs for the Pixel 6 and 7, but always went back to the stock ROM. With many custom ROMs I had problems, bugs and glitches. Now rooted stock plus a custom kernel is my setup of choice.
As you may know, root can be a serious security risk if you don't know what you do or if you f* up badly getting hacked or something like that. And maybe some banking apps and stuff like that won't work with a rooted device, but there's workarounds for that maybe.
I use latest stable Magisk, AdAway to block ads and tracking via systemless hosts file, and App Ops with Sui by Rikka. With App Ops you have advanced permission settings for apps, which is good for privacy.
Using App Ops and AdAway in hosts mode would not be possible without root, and for the Kirisakura Kernel a Magisk module is needed too. Swift backup, which I use for complete backups needs root too for some features.
App Ops and Swift Backup are not FOSS sadly. I wish they were and there are people saying that they can not be trusted if they are not open source. On the other side they are very well implemented apps which just work. So I use them.
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If ad blocking is your main reason to root, you should look into things that can be done via dns from your router to every device in your home no software required. That being said, unlocking the bootloader on my Samsung tablet and pixel experience gsi actually made me appreciate some of the pixels ui. Root doesn't really matter like it used to for me, but in principle I should be allowed admin privilege on a device I paid for.
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Ad blocking isn't my main reason, but thanks for the advice. I've been using AdAway for over a decade and it's a simple solution on the device side of things, and I like to keep things simple. I will look into your solution for my home Wifi network though.
But rooting allows you to add or delete features, so combined with AdAway, a custom kernel, and a few modifications on my stock pixel 7 rom - I have a device that performs better, does what I want when I want, and without obnoxious ads - regardless of the network I'm on
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Ad blocking isn't my main reason, but thanks for the advice. I've been using AdAway for over a decade and it's a simple solution on the device side of things, and I like to keep things simple. I will look into your solution for my home Wifi network though.
But rooting allows you to add or delete features, so combined with AdAway, a custom kernel, and a few modifications on my stock pixel 7 rom - I have a device that performs better, does what I want when I want, and without obnoxious ads - regardless of the network I'm on
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We are on the same page about root privilege. I just figured I'd mention there are other options available if anybody reading this actually is only rooting for ad control.
talksickisil said:
We are on the same page about root privilege. I just figured I'd mention there are other options available if anybody reading this actually is only rooting for ad control.
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Sure, one can always stay unrooted and use the non-root mode of AdAway, use adguard DNS ( dns.adguard.com ) or personalDNSfilter e.g. ... During the last years I sometimes used adguard, atm using AdAway with root on my Pixel 7 but on my unrooted Nokia 8010 TV box I use personalDNSfilter (our GUI does not support Android TV very well, but it runs).
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Sure, one can always stay unrooted and use the non-root mode of AdAway, use adguard DNS ( dns.adguard.com ) or personalDNSfilter e.g. ... During the last years I sometimes used adguard, atm using AdAway with root on my Pixel 7 but on my unrooted Nokia 8010 TV box I use personalDNSfilter (our GUI does not support Android TV very well, but it runs).
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I definitely recommend to anybody rooted or not to look into setting up pi hole for network wide host list enforcement. I also recommend a 30 day trial on controld.com . Very versatile and I have been subscribed @4 dollars a month happily. Not trying to shill but I love what can be done with it. And it carries over to your cellular network when you aren't on wifi. Also there's nextdns and Adguard home which are great as well. Controld allows you to change you ip locale like a VPN, without being on VPN. If you do a trial you'll probably want to keep it. Word of warning
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We are on the same page about root privilege. I just figured I'd mention there are other options available if anybody reading this actually is only rooting for ad control.
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Much appreciated. And I guess that's the purpose of forums like this - public discourse and sharing of information.
Take care, homie
t-ryder said:
Sure, one can always stay unrooted and use the non-root mode of AdAway, use adguard DNS ( dns.adguard.com ) or personalDNSfilter e.g. ... During the last years I sometimes used adguard, atm using AdAway with root on my Pixel 7 but on my unrooted Nokia 8010 TV box I use personalDNSfilter (our GUI does not support Android TV very well, but it runs).
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