Upgrade Samsung Galaxy Note 3 With Android 5.1 Lollipop CM12.1 Custom ROM via CyanogenMod [How to Install]

Software developers of XDA Developers Forum have released the new Android 5.1 Lollipop custom ROM to the Samsung's 2013 flagship phablet Galaxy Note  a prolific developer, who goes by the moniker- arter97. It is based on the CyanogenMod [Unofficial] CM12.1 version. We would like to remind that this CM12.1 custom ROM is an experimental version and has some bugs, which need to be fixed. So readers are advised to read the whole tutorial thoroughly before going ahead with the custom ROM installation.

Prerequisites (Things to remember before installing the custom ROM):

1. Make sure the device is rooted before going forward for custom ROM installation.
2. This new CyanogenMod Android 5.1 Lollipop CM12.1 firmware has to be installed only on the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 - hlte models – (N9002, N9005, N9006, N9008, N9008S, N9008V); if tried on other devices, it might get bricked [To check your device model: Go to Settings >> About phone >> model number].
3. Installation of custom ROM requires clearing of memory in the smartphone, so make sure to back all the data by installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery/ TWRP in the smartphone.
4. Users make sure you have installed USB drivers on the PC, or else your smartphone (Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N9005) will not be recognized by the computer.
5. Make sure your device has more than 80 percent battery, or else there is a chance of smartphone getting temporarily bricked if the installation process is interrupted mid-way.

[Disclaimer: This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting (or manual software installation) Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable.

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cannot be held responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to proceed with caution.]

Tutorial: Step-by-step installation procedure of CyanogenMod [Unofficial] Android 5.1 Lollipop CM12.1 custom ROM on Samsung Galaxy Note 3 LTE-

Step 1: Download CyanogenMod Android 5.1 Lollipop CM12.1 custom ROM (HERE) and Google Apps (HERE) in to your PC.

Step 2: Connect Samsung Galaxy Note 3 LTE to PC via USB cord.

[Note: Before plugging the phone to the computer, be sure that you have installed USB driver software, if not, click HERE to download the firmware]

Step 3: Then, place Android 5.1 Lollipop zip file and Google Apps .zip file into the phone's SD card memory. [Note: Users are advised to paste the .zip file in SD card root, not in any other folder.]

[Note: Before installing the custom software, be sure that the device must have been rooted and has installed ClockworkMod Recovery tool.]

Step 4: Now, turn off the device and disconnect from the PC.

Step 5: Then perform the regular Recovery Mode sortie by press holding 'Volume (up)', 'Home' and 'Power' buttons.

Step 6: After entering the RECOVERY mode, clear the phone memory, by choosing 'wipe data/factory reset' option.

[Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options, while operating under Recovery Mode]

Step 7: Now, clear the cache memory by selecting 'wipe cache partition'

Step 8: Then to go back to ClockworkMod recovery, and select 'advanced' and tap 'wipe dalvik cache' [Note: This step is optional, but many recommend this procedure so that user will not face boot loops or any other errors in the middle of custom ROM installation]

Step 9: Again come back to main recovery screen and then tap 'install zip from SD card'

Step 10: Then tap 'choose zip from sdcard' and go to Android 5.1 ROM .zip file in SD card and enter the installation process. Repeat the same procedure to install Google Apps [Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options]

Step 11: Once done with the installation process, navigate to '+++++Go Back+++++' and re-start the device by opting 'reboot system now' seen in the recovery menu.

Now, your device (Samsung Galaxy Note 3 htle) will take at a few minutes to complete the booting process.

Users should then head to 'Settings' >> select 'About phone' to confirm the installation of CyanogenMod Android v5.1 Lollipop CM12.1 custom ROM.

[Credits: XDA Developers Forum- arter97]

By: Abhishek On 03:46

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OxygenOS based on Android 5.0.2 officially released for OnePlus One [How to install manually]

OxygenOS based on Android 5.0.2 officially released for OnePlus One [How to install manually]

Screenshots for OxygenOS running OnePlus One.(OnePlus)

Check out the following installation guide if you are looking for a method to manually install OxygenOS on OnePlus One.

How to install OxygenOS on OnePlus One 

Download OxygenOS

• Ensure that you have created a backup for all data and files of your phone before installing the OxygenOS. Flashing the OxygenOS requires a system wipe, so you might lose all data.
• OnePlus is working on an easier and more automated solution to install the update, which is expected to be available soon, but as of now the build needs to be installed manually.
• Installation will be at your risk. The following guide helps you flash OxygenOS, but things can still go wrong if not followed correctly. While rooting and flashing will not void your OnePlus warranty, any damage caused by improper flashing is not covered under the warranty.
• First up, install the Fastboot and ADB installed.

Step-1: Flash TWRP recovery on your PC. Click here for instructions on how to install TWRP recovery on OnePlus One.

Alternatively, you can follow these steps too:

Boot OnePlus One into fastboot mode. For this hold Power and Volume up buttons together. When you see the fastboot logo, connect your device to your computer.

For Windows:

In the terminal window, find the folder where you put the recovery image and run the following commands:

• fastboot oem unlock (Skip this step if your phone's bootloader is already unlocked)
• fastboot flash recovery  (Image file should be the TWRP recovery image) 
• fastboot reboot

For Mac

In the terminal window, find the folder where the recovery image is placed and run the following commands:

• ./fastboot oem unlock (Skip this step if your phone's bootloader is already unlocked)
• ./fastboot flash recovery  (Image file should be the TWRP recovery image) 
• ./fastboot reboot

The TWRP recovery should now have been installed on your OnePlus One.

Step 2: Unzipping oxygenos_1.0.0.zip you will see oxygenos_1.0.0.flashable.zip file. Copyoxygenos_1.0.0.flashable.zip to your phone. If you are on Mac, use Android File Transfer

Step 3: Boot OnePlus One into recovery by holding down Volume Down and Power buttons together

Step 4: In recovery interface, first perform a factory reset. Doing this will erase all data of your device, so ensure that you have created a backup

Step 5: Once the process is completed, go to install and find oxygenos_1.0.0.flashable.zip and confirm installation

Step 6: Upon completion of the installation, reboot the device, which will take you to the new OxygenOS

Note: If you want to revert to CyanogenMod firmware, ensure that you have TWRP or CMW recovery on the device. Another factory reset will be needed before flashing, so make sure you back up all the data of the phone.

You can download the Feedback App from here. But note that you will need to enable installations from unknown sources (settings > security) in order to install the feedback app on OxygenOS.

The forum also notes a few known issues in the OS, which includes:

Known issues

• When printing images, printer service may stop
• Cannot hang up a call using headphone controls (intermittent)
• OTG can only recognise FAT32 file system
• During system update, display of Wi-Fi/data notification may be incorrect
• During system update, display of version number may be incorrect
• Files sometimes crash when uploading files to the cloud
• Files may crash when renaming image files
• Files do n

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Motorola Moto G (Gen 1) Android 5.0.1 Lollipop Update: How to Install CyanogenMod [Unofficial] CM12 Custom ROM [Tutorial]

A new Android 5.0.1 Lollipop CM12 series custom ROM is available on Motorola's popular 2013 mid-range smartphone Moto G.

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This new  custom ROM is based on the recently released AOSP (Android Open Source Project) Android 5.0 OS. It is developed by senior XDA Developers forum members going by monikers - bharat_goku, pico hackr, deeplyyoung and  == vj==. It is said to bring customisation options to boost device performance, new visual interface, easy access to key apps and loads of personalisation options.

This is a experimental version, so some issues are yet to be fixed. We advise our readers to go through the whole tutorial article first before going ahead with the installation.

Features of CyanogenMod [Unofficial] Android 5.0.1 Lollipop CM12 custom ROM which are said to be functional on Motorola Moto G (Gen 1)-

• Calls
• SMS
• Audio
• Bluetooth
• Wi-Fi
• Mobile Data
• GPS/Geolocation
• FM Radio
• Display
• USB Tethering
• MTP [Media Transfer Protocol]
• Camera

 Features that are needed to be fixed include:

• Wi-Fi Hotspot features
• Other issues are yet to be ascertained

Prerequisites (things to remember before installing Custom ROM)

• Though installing custom ROM improves the device's performance and UI experiences, it makes the company warranty void and they will no longer be liable to provide updates in future [users can restore warranty by flashing the device with stock-ROM].
• Make sure the device is rooted before going forward for custom ROM installation.
• This CyanogenMod [Unofficial] Android 5.0 Lollipop custom ROM can be installed on multiple Moto G (Gen 1) models [More information, HERE]; if tried on other devices, it might get bricked [To check your device model: Go to Settings >> About phone >> model number]
• Installation of custom ROM requires clearing of memory in the smartphone, so make sure to back all the data by installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery/ TWRP in the smartphone.
• Users make sure they have installed USB drivers on the PC, or else your device (Moto G) will not be recognized by the computer.
• Make sure your device has more than 80 percent battery, or else there is chance of smartphone getting temporarily bricked if the installation process is interrupted in the mid-way.

[Disclaimer:This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting (or manual software installation) Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable. International Business Times, India Edition cannot be held responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to proceed with caution.]

Tutorial: Step-by-step installation procedure of CyanogenMod [Unofficial] Android 5.0 Lollipop CM12 custom ROM on Motorola Moto G (Gen 1)-

Step 1: Download CyanogenMod [Unofficial] Android 5.0.1 Lollipop CM12 custom ROM (HERE/HERE) and Google Apps (HERE) in to your PC.

Step 2: Connect Motorola Moto G (1^st generation) to PC via USB cord.

[Note: Before plugging the phone to the computer, be sure that you have installed USB driver software, if not, click HERE to download the firmware]

Step 3: Then, place CyanogenMod CM12 Android 5.0.1 Lollipop Custom ROM zip file into the phone's SD card memory. [Note: Users are advised to paste the .zip file in SD card root, not in any other folder.]

[Note: Before users' begin installing the custom software, be sure that the device has been rooted and has installed ClockworkMod Recovery/TWRP tool.]

Step 4: Now, turn off the device and disconnect from the PC.

Step 5: Then perform the regular Recovery Mode sortie by pressing and holding 'Volume (Down)' and 'Power' buttons.

Step 6: After entering the RECOVERY mode, clear the phone memory, by choosing 'wipe data/factory reset'

[Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options, while operating under Recovery Mode]

Step 7: Now, clear the cache memory by selecting 'wipe cache partition'

Step 8: Then go back to Recovery mode, and select 'advanced' and tap 'wipe dalvik cache' [Note: This step is optional, but many recommend this procedure so that user will not face boot loops or any other errors in the middle of custom ROM installation]

Step 9: Again come back to main recovery screen and then tap 'install zip from SD card'

Step 10: Then tap 'choose zip from sdcard' and go to Android ROM .zip file in SD card and enter the installation process. Repeat the same procedure again to install the Google Apps. [Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options]

Step 11: Once done with the installation process, navigate to '+++++Go Back+++++' and re-start the device by opting 'reboot system now' seen in the recovery menu.

Now, your device (Moto G 1^st Gen) will take a few minutes to complete the booting process.

Users then head to Settings >> select About phone to confirm the installation of CyanogenMod [Un-official] Android 5.0.1 Lollipop custom ROM.

[Credits: XDA Developers Forum members- bharat_goku, pico hackr, ==vj== & deeplyyoung)

[Note: If faced with any issues using this custom ROM, leave your feedback, HERE]

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Update Sony Xperia V with CyanogenMod Android 4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM [How to Install Guide]

Popular custom mobile software developers, CyanogenMod team has released the new CM11 M11 series Android v4.4.4 KitKat update to Sony's 2012 smartphone Xperia V.

A couple of months ago, Sony officially abandoned the software service support to Xperia V, probably due to the end of 18-month life cycle, which concludes the company's contractual obligation to provide firmware update to the phone. [For more information, click HERE]

However, there are numerous custom ROMs on the Internet, which enables you to make sleek customisation and performance enhancing tweaks on the phone.

Among them, team CyanogenMod is one of the most popular custom mobile software developers, having close to 12 million users across the globe.

The new CM11 M11 series custom ROM is based on the AOSP (Android Open Source Project) v4.4.4 KitKat OS and is said to bring bug fixes, customisation options to boost device performance, new visual interface, shortcut for easy access to key apps and loads of personalisation options such as-

• Dialer/InCallUI: Fixes smartcover always showing answer fragment
• Show devices connected to your Wi-Fi (tethering) Hotspot
• Lockscreen: Do not play sounds while a phone call is active & MSIM updates
• Adjustments to 'Glove Mode' (High Touch Sensitivity)
• Translations updates from CyanogenMod CrowdIn team
• Various security updates
• General bug fixes
• Fixes signal strength showing '2147483647′ on certain devices
• Fixes bug related to 'switch to last app' action while in Recent view
• Fixes Navigation Bar arrow keys in RTL locales
• Frameworks: Add base & MSIM APIs for SEEK (Secure Element Evaluation Kit) support
• Frameworks: Fix volume button changing two 'steps' per click
• Frameworks: Add 'Screen Off' action for double-tap/long-press configuration options
• Frameworks & Core Apps: CAF and other upstream updates
• Camera: Adds support for all available Slow Shutter speeds (hardware dependent); Improve shutter button
• APN Updates for various regions
• Performance tweaks and many more improvements to enhance user-experience

Prerequisites (things to remember before installing Custom ROM)

• Though installing custom ROM improves the device's performance and UI experiences, it makes the company warranty void and they will no longer be liable to provide updates in future [users can restore warranty by flashing the device with stock-ROM].
• Make sure the device is rooted before going forward for custom ROM installation.
• This new CyanogenMod Android 4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 milestone series has to be installed on the Sony Xperia V model only; if tried on other devices, it might get bricked [To check your device model: Go to Settings >> About phone >> model number]
• Installation of custom ROM requires clearing of memory in the smartphone, so make sure to back all the data by installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery/ TWRP in the smartphone.
• Users make sure they have installed USB drivers on the PC, or else your device (Sony Xperia V) will not be recognized by the computer.
• Make sure your device has more than 80 percent battery, or else there is chance of smartphone getting temporarily bricked if the installation process is interrupted in the mid-way.

[Disclaimer:This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting (or manual software installation) Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable. International Business Times, India Edition cannot be held responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to proceed with caution.]

Step-by-step installation procedure of CyanogenMod Android 4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM on Sony Xperia V:

Step 1: Download CyanogenMod Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM (HERE) and Google Apps (HERE) in to your PC.

Step 2: Connect Sony Xperia V to PC via USB cord.

[Note: Before plugging the phone to the computer, be sure that you have installed USB driver software, if not, click HERE for Windows PC and for Mac, click HERE to download the firmware]

Step 3: Then, place Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM and Google Apps zip file into the phone's SD card memory. [Note: Users are advised to paste the .zip file in SD card root, not in any other folder.]

[Note: Before users' begin installing the custom software, be sure that the device must have rooted and has installed ClockworkMod Recovery/TWRP tool.]

Step 4: Now, turn off the device and disconnect from the PC.

Step 5: Then perform the regular Recovery Mode sortie by press holding 'Volume (up)', 'Home' and 'Power' buttons.

Step 6: After entering the RECOVERY mode, clear the phone memory, by choosing 'wipe data/factory reset'

[Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options, while operating under Recovery Mode]

Step 7: Now, clear the cache memory by selecting 'wipe cache partition'

Step 8: Then to go back to ClockworkMod recovery, and select 'advanced' and tap 'wipe dalvik cache' [Note: This step is optional, but many recommend this procedure so that user will not face boot loops or any other errors in the middle of custom ROM installation]

Step 9: Again come back to main recovery screen and then tap 'install zip from SD card'

Step 10: Then tap 'choose zip from sdcard' and go to Android 4.4.4 ROM .zip file in SD card and enter the installation process. Repeat the same procedure again to install the Google Apps. [Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options]

Step 11: Once done with the installation process, navigate to '+++++Go Back+++++' and re-start the device by opting 'reboot system now' seen in the recovery menu.

Now, your device (Sony Xperia V) will take a few minutes to complete the booting process.

Users then head to Settings >> select About phone to confirm the installation of CyanogenMod Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 custom ROM.

[Credits: CyanogenMod.org]

By: Abhishek On 04:46

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How to Install CyanogenMod Android 4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM on Google Nexus 7 Models [Guide]

A new CyanogenMod Android 4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 milestone series custom ROM has been released to the Asus' 2013 flagship slate series- Google Nexus 7 (4G-LTE) and Wi-Fi models.

The new CM11 M11 series custom ROM is based on the AOSP (Android Open Source Project) v4.4.4 KitKat OS and is said to bring bug fixes, customisation options to boost device performance, new visual interface, shortcut for easy access to key apps and loads of personalisation options such as-

• Frameworks: Add base & MSIM APIs for SEEK (Secure Element Evaluation Kit) support
• Frameworks: Fix volume button changing two 'steps' per click
• Frameworks: Add 'Screen Off' action for double-tap/long-press configuration options
• Frameworks & Core Apps: CAF and other upstream updates
• Dialer/InCallUI: Fixes smartcover always showing answer fragment
• Show devices connected to your Wi-Fi (tethering) Hotspot
• General bug fixes
• Fixes signal strength showing '2147483647′ on certain devices
• Fixes bug related to 'switch to last app' action while in Recent view
• Fixes Navigation Bar arrow keys in RTL locales
• Lockscreen: Do not play sounds while a phone call is active & MSIM updates
• Adjustments to 'Glove Mode' (High Touch Sensitivity)
• Translations updates from CyanogenMod CrowdIn team
• Various security updates
• Camera: Adds support for all available Slow Shutter speeds (hardware dependent); Improve shutter button
• APN Updates for various regions
• Performance tweaks and many more improvements to enhance user-experience

Prerequisites (things to remember before installing Custom ROM)

• Though installing custom ROM improves the device's performance and UI experiences, it makes the company warranty void and they will no longer be liable to provide updates in future [users can restore warranty by flashing the device with stock-ROM].
• Make sure the device is rooted before going forward for custom ROM installation. [Also read: Root Google Nexus 7 (2013 Edition) with Android 4.4.3 KitKat KTU84L]
• This new CyanogenMod Android 4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 milestone series has to be installed on Google Nexus 7 Wi-Fi and LTE models only; if tried on other devices, it might get bricked [To check your device model: Go to Settings >> About phone >> model number]
• Installation of custom ROM requires clearing of memory in the smartphone, so make sure to back all the data by installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery/ TWRP in the smartphone.
• Users make sure they have installed USB drivers on the PC, or else your device (Google Nexus 7) will not be recognized by the computer.
• Make sure your device has more than 80 percent battery, or else there is chance of smartphone getting temporarily bricked if the installation process is interrupted in the mid-way.

[Disclaimer:This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting (or manual software installation) Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable. International Business Times, India Edition cannot be held responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to proceed with caution.]

Step-by-step installation procedure of CyanogenMod Android 4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM on Google Nexus 7 2013 models:

Step 1: Download CyanogenMod Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM for Wi-Fi model (HERE), 4G-LTE model (HERE) and Google Apps (HERE) in to your PC.

Step 2: Connect Google Nexus 7 to PC via USB cord.

[Note: Before plugging the tablet to the computer, be sure you have installed USB driver software, if not, click HERE to download the firmware]

Step 3: Place Android v4.4.4 KitKat Custom ROM zip file and into the device's SD card memory. [Note: Users are advised to paste the .zip files in SD card root, not in any other folder.]

[Note: Before users begin installing the custom software, make sure the device is already rooted and must have installed ClockworkMod Recovery.]

Step 4: Now turn-off the device and disconnect from the PC.

Step 5: Then perform the regular 'Bootloader Mode' sortie by press holding 'Volume (up)', 'Volume (down)' and 'Power' buttons.

Step 6: After entering the 'Bootloader mode', go to ClockworkMod Recovery mode, then clear the device memory, by choosing 'wipe data/factory reset' [Note: use Volume keys to navigate and power button to select options, while operating under Recovery Mode]

Step 7: Now, clear the cache memory by selecting 'wipe cache partition'

Step 8: Then to go back to ClockworkMod recovery, and select 'advanced' and tap 'wipe dalvik cache' [Note: This step is optional, but many recommend this procedure so that user will not face boot loops or any other errors in the middle of custom ROM installation]

Step 9: Come back to main recovery screen and then tap 'install zip from SD card'

Step 10: Then tap 'choose zip from sdcard' and go to Android 4.4.4 ROM .zip file in SD card and enter the installation process. Repeat the same procedure to install Google Apps [Note: use Volume keys to navigate and power button to select options]

Step 11: Once done with the installation process, navigate to '+++++Go Back+++++' and re-start the device by opting 'reboot system now' seen in the recovery menu.

Now, your device (Google Nexus 7 2013 4G and Wi-Fi model) will take a few minutes to complete the booting process.

Head to Settings >> select About device to confirm the installation of CyanogenMod Android 4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 custom firmware.

[Credits: CyanogenMod.org and Team Android]

By: Abhishek On 04:42

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Root Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 To Android 4.4.2 KOT49H KitKat With Clockwork Mode

Google launched the Android 4.4.2 KitKat with number of fixations for Nexus 4, Nexus 7, Nexus 10 and Nexus 5 gadgets. It is accessible now through the Firmware-over-the-air update and comes with CWM recovering ability. Here are few steps to check and load CWM on Nexus range running on Android 4.4.2 KOT 49H build variant

 Basics

1. It is for Nexus gadgets only.
2. Download and run the required USB drivers for the Nexus gadgets by clicking on the model:
   1. LG Nexus 5
   2. LG Nexus 4
   3. Samsung Nexus 10
   4. ASUS Nexus 7 2012 and Nexus 7 2013
   5. Make a backup for your personal data and files stored in the Nexus gadget
   6. Ensure that the gadget has at least 80% of battery so that there is no disturbance due to power in the rooting and installation procedure.
   7. Start the USB debugging
      1. 2.3 Gingerbread: go in the settings > then applications> further to Development
      2. 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich: Settings > then proceed to Developers option
      3. 4.2 and 4.4 Kitkat> About phone > then go to Build Number > click it 7 times> proceed back > open developer options
      4. Unlock the boot loader of the Nexus smartphones
      5. Download the ClockworkMod and SuperSU kit for suitable recovery in the computer
      6. Download the fast boot kit and Android SDK on the computer and start preparation for the rooting procedure

 Rooting Procedure

1. 1.      Connect the Nexus gadget to computer and copy the SuperSU zip in the internal storage
2. 2.      Disconnect the device from system and switch it off
3. Copy paste the recovery file of Clockwork Mod to “android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools” in the AndroidSDK
4. Bring the gadget to boot loader mode by holding the volume down and power key together for some seconds
5. Open computer and command window on the “android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools” (press shift> right click and open the command prompt)

6.      Type the following commands appropriate for your Nexus devices:

a.      LG Nexus 4: fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-touch-6.0.4.3-mako.img

b.      LG Nexus 5: fastboot flash recovery hammerhead-cwm-6.0.4.4.2-unofficial.img

c.       ASUS Nexus 7 1: fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-touch-6.0.4.3-grouper.img

d.      ASUS Nexus 7 2: fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-touch-6.0.4.3-flo.img

e.      Samsung Nexus 10: fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-touch-6.0.4.3-manta.img

7.  After doing it, open Nexus and choose recovery from the menu for booting

8. In the recovery mode, make backup of Android of the present ROM by choosing “backup and restore and then backup”

9. Launch the SuperSU rooting kit by choosing the “flash zip from SD card> search for the Super SU update and install it

10. The installing, reboot the system

11. It could take 5 minutes for the home screen to come after the rooting procedure

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Root XXUEMKE Android 4.3 on Galaxy S4 LTE I9505 Firmware [Tutorial]

The latest software update XXUEMKE Android 4.3 can be rooted on Galaxy S4 LTE 19505 now. The latest firmware can now be downloaded for manual installation. You can find a complete tutorial below with detailed steps and the required files you'll need to root your Galaxy S4 LTE.

Please be aware of the risks involved of rooting your device, especially losing your warranty. However, when you root your device, you would be able to tweak your phone in anyway you want, or install custom ROMs on it with the CF-Auto-Root. Be sure to backup all your data before you try rooting the device. Rooting allows the user to install root apps on the phone like Titanium Backup.

**Disclaimer: All firmwares and custom ROMs in this tutorial belong to its respective developers/owners. We are not responsible if you brick or damage your device.

How to root Android 4.3 on Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE using ODIN:

This tutorial is for Galaxy S4 GT-19505 (Qualcomm Snapdragon Quad-Core CPU with LTE) only, and will not work with Exynos 5 GTA-19500.

Be sure your Galaxy S4 LTE 19505 is on Android 4.3 XXUEMKE Jelly Bean. You also need to connect your Android device with the computer so make sure you have the USB drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 installed properly. If not, you can Download Samsung Galaxy S4 USB drivers here. Back up your data. If you have issues connecting your Android device to a computer, you can enable USB debugging mode. Your Android phone must be charged up to 80% so it won't turn off while installing, which can brick or damage your phone. It is also not recommended to do this on a carrier locked phone.

Step 1: Download CF-Auto-Root Android 4.3 Package for Samsung Galaxy S4 to your computer and extract the zip file.

Step 2: Download ODIN v1.85 to help you to root Android 4.3 on Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505

Step 3: Switch off the phone. Go to download mode by pressing and holding the volume down and Home buttons simultaneously. Press the power button until the android robot and a triangle appear. Press power to confirm enter into Download Mode.

Step 4: Open ODIN on your PC. Connect the S4 to your PC while the phone is in Download mode.

Step 5: If the phone connects successfully, one of the ID:COM boxes will become yellow with the COM port number. Wait it out.

Step 6: Select the file you have to install/flash on your phone, found in the extracted file on Step 1. Click on 'PDA' and select the file 'CF-Auto-Root-jflte-jfltexx-gti9505.zip'.

Step 6: In ODIN, check the Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options

Step 7: Click the Stat button in ODIN, Installation will begin and would take a few minutes to finish.

Step 8: Once the installation completes, the phone will automatically reboot into Recovery mode and install the root files/packages. Your ID:COM box will turn green.

Step 9: When you see the Home screen, unplug the phone from the PC. If the device doesn't reboot automatically and root, start from Step 1 again.

By: Abhishek On 06:11

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CyanogenMod goes prime time

If you follow the custom Android world, you’ve undoubtedly heard that the biggest custom ROM, CyanogenMod, has become CyanogenMod, Inc. As far as custom software goes, this is possibly the biggest happening in the Android world, well, since it started. Taking an open source project, driven by hundreds of developers, and then monetising the entire project has left the community very divided and rightfully so. Before we get into that, let’s have a look at the facts.
Besides Nexus devices, very few devices have access to custom ROMs that offer a “stock-like” experience, and that’s where CyanogenMod comes in. With a ton of supported devices and constant development, if you want your device more in line with the way Google releases its Nexus range, then you’ve probably read up, or even tried CyanogenMod. I have tried and used it on each of my devices, as it’s kind of an Android OEM skin, similar to TouchWiz and Sense, but open source and in line with Google’s stock look and feel. Add a multitude of customization options to the mix and you’ve got yourself CyanogenMod.
Its tweaks and changes are implemented into a lot of different ROM’s, and its development base is massive. With contributors from across the globe working on the same source code, CyanogenMod has always been for the community, by the community. Until now. I will be honest, I’m still struggling with the idea, because I’m not entirely sure if I like what they’re doing, but I do see the value in it. That said, I’m not a contributor who will likely miss out on a slice of the pie, but I do believe that open source should mean open and free for all.
My personal dilemma aside, it’s massively exciting for CyanogenMod and just the fact that they managed to secure US$7-million worth of investment from Benchmark Capital and Redpoint Ventures deserves some credit.  This will allow the core team to quit their day jobs and focus on development and running their new business full-time. The newly found CyanogenMod, Inc. obviously had to put the community’s concerns at ease and when it announced the news, its goals were stated to be to:

• Organise, lead, and support our community
• Create amazing user experience centered around how YOU work
• Security solutions that really work
• Stay committed to building the features our users need
• No junk
• Constant updates
• Available on everything, to everyone

Now as exciting as the prospect is, think constant updates and improvements, as well as new features, like the latest CyanogenMod account, Voice +, and Privacy Guard additions, I have to wonder how it will affect the community in the larger scheme of things. Initially I was very excited by the announcement, especially when Oppo was tipped to be the first hardware manufacturer to partner with CyanogenMod in releasing a device running CyanogenMod out of the box.
There have been rumours and mumblings on the forums for a while now about how the move will impact contributors to the project. Well-known developer, Guillaume Lesniak, or XpLoDWilD, has been working on the CyanogenMod camera app, Focal, for months now and when he posted this on Google+ I became a little suspicious of the move by CyanogenMod.
Since then the app has been removed from CyanogenMod builds and is now available as a beta on the Play Store. Look, I’m all for progress, but the guys in charge of CyanogenMod have to look after their contributors as well, they’re the people who made the ROM what it is today. They’re the guys who improve, enhance and optimise the code, write new functionality from scratch that spills over from CyanogenMod’s repositories to numerous other ROMs. In fact, I don’t think there are many ROMs, particularly on Nexus devices that have no CyanogenMod code included.
The founders of CyanogenMod, Inc. have also announced that there will be a simple desktop utility to help users install CyanogenMod on their devices. The only prerequisite is that your device needs an unlockable bootloader, and that to me is huge. The reason being, flashing custom software on your device can be scary if you don’t have a Nexus, so this makes a very accessible OS even easier to get running, or it will once it’s released, and you can bet on me giving it a whirl as soon as it becomes available.
Although the monetisation of an open source and community driven project might not be ideal to me and many others, I can do nothing other than applaud the CyanogenMod team for their drive in starting this new, and let’s face it, very exciting chapter. Besides a couple of disgruntled developers, the entire custom Android community, the very people who helped create and maintain CyanogenMod, are watching the whole thing very closely.
They have their work cut out because we all know you can’t please everyone all the time, but I do think it’s crucial that they put the community first, because without the community, there’d be no CyanogenMod. And I’ve not even touched on how Google will feel about this, but perhaps that’s another post, for another time. For now, all the best and congratulations to the entire CyanogenMod team, your hard work certainly has paid off

By: Abhishek On 00:03

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