Tag Archives : root

  Samsung Galaxy S4 is the latest addition to the Galaxy family and it has accumulated just as much hype. However, even though it won’t be getting any official CyanogenMod love, it would not be complete without root. Well, fear not, as wonderful developers have come to your rescue with...

The Galaxy S4 is not even out yet, and developers have already went to work on it. Some XDA developers have successfully rooted the Galaxy S4, but only the international Exynos 5 version. Does not shock me that that version receives root first, and I am sure the other versions will get to their roots...

Android is a wonderful OS that we are all passionate about. We know your favorite aspect about Android is the customization. It is one thing that you can always count on. Be it a new home replacement app, new icons, themes or just a simple change to how your battery looks. Themes are one of the more...

Those unfamiliar with any of this or what’s the big deal about booloaders, unlocking them is the first step in a process of getting root access to your Android device. A quick rundown is 1.) unlock the bootloader; 2.) flash (or install) a custom recovery; 3a.) flash Superuser or SuperSU for root...

  One of my most used file explorers finally drops “Beta” With a  $1.99 price tag.   Solid Explorer ( 14-DAY TRIAL. In order to continue using the app after this period, purchase the Solid Explorer Unlocker, but first make sure you are fully satisfied with it.)  is a file manager...

One needs to go through a huge process before rooting android devices, it needs time and tests your patience. But now if you wish to root your friend’s device, you just need to plug in your rooted device with their un-rooted device and escape the huge process without touching the computer. XDA forum...

The HTC EVO Shift 4G, remember that device? Well it was first released through Sprint on January 9, 2011 and there’s many folks who still have one. Development continues steadily…ish. Well, if you ever received its latest 2.3.4 OTA update (Gingerbread), achieving S-OFF was somewhat of a...

While some lucky users overseas already have their hands on the Note II, those of us here in states still sit idly by waiting for our carrier versions to finally launch. The last little leak we caught put the Note II on T-mobiles doorsteps October 24th. That day can’t come soon enough for many....

Longtime Android advocate, teacher, and video guru Tim Schofield aka QBKing77 will be launching a site of his very own: QBKing77.com. It goes live Saturday, September 29 at 1:00pm CDT. As I write this, QB’s YouTube Channel is approaching 8 million views, 24K subscribers, and has 828 videos. Additionally,...

Titanium Backup Pro Welcomes New ADB Pleasures Hello fellow Androids and Androidettes, I’ve had a short list of apps that I just couldn’t do without, Titanium Backup (Tibu) and Tibu Pro are always at the top of my list.  I am what you could call a crackflasher.  When on nightlies I flash...

Not everyone is concerned with rooting their device, but those of you that are like to know it is possible before spending any money. Whether it happens before the device is out, shortly after launch or a few months later, it is good info to know. Anymore, Samsung devices have root before they ever even...

For many devoted Samsung owners around the globe, you have no doubt seen, used, sometimes loved and other times hated ODIN. When it works it does its job nicely, when it doesn’t well, it is a bit of a headache. While it is a nice to tool to have at your disposal, some of us would rather steer...

People learn at all different levels. Some like to take the easy road, while others like to learn more difficult and masterful tricks. This applies to the Android development world as well. Some XDA Forum members/ developers have come out with a great little computer application, acting as an “all-in-one”...

The Samsung Galaxy Nexus is a device name that we are sure everyone has heard of. If not, then you need to pay more attention to the Android worlds around. While many will say it is the best device around as is, us junkies can’t help but tinker and toy with it. In the pursuit to test new ROM’s,...

It is no surprise that the flagship Samsung Galaxy S III is a hot topic and a hot device. Everyone and their dog wants one or already has one. For many, the device is amazing just how it is when they turned it on the first time. For other, well, root and custom mods, ROM’s and other goodies are...