All you need to know, folks. To get the dev options menu, and enable USB Debugging, tap the build number in About Phone until it tells you it's been enabled. You'll need the drivers. Unlike on AT&T devices, we do have a return to stock option, though it is not "virgin" as a Samsung-sourced TAR would be.
Motochopper is the work of Dan Rosenberg, @djrbliss. If you wish to donate, use the "Paypal" link above, as that leads to him.
Do not PM Dan (or me for that matter) for any reason whatsoever. Any Q&A about Motochopper and acheiving root should be posted here or in the Q&A section.
Most one clicks are.WOW. I've been "rooting" for years and this was the simplest one I have ever done bar none.
These kinds of threads can be iffy, but you're all quite welcome to click the PayPal link in the OP, or donate to a reputable charity instead (his usual first preference). He tends to suggest the Red Cross, but I think we can all support the EFF, too.am i the only one who thinks we should get a donation drive up for Dan ?
Most one clicks are.
These kinds of threads can be iffy, but you're all quite welcome to click the PayPal link in the OP, or donate to a reputable charity instead (his usual first preference). He tends to suggest the Red Cross, but I think we can all support the EFF, too.
As far as the major "we'll take your old stuff" charities go... Goodwill is the one I would support, but we're a bit getting off-topic, and what I support isn't relevant here.A few years back I donated a old car,furniture and a few boxes of clothes to goodwill....Thats probably the biggest thing Ive done...Felt pretty good about it too...
Root and SIM unlock are two very different things. This gives you root.
hey guys, I hate asking and not just "trying it myself" to find out, but I am stuck at work so can't give it a shot yet!
Does this root method require a wipe? Thanks!
What the heck i dont see option for USB Debugging on on my phone . there is not whole Developers section !
Just wondering do we need to install Su from play store or it will come itself after root.
I am out of town. Cant root till tomorrow
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I can't get my phone rooted. I enabled developer mode, checked usb debugging, and installed the driver. When I click on the run.bat I get the following message :
"adb" is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file. I get several lines of that message.
Then, I get exploit complete. Press enter to reboot and exit. Nothing happens, however.
Also, my phone says connected as a media device. Could this be why I can't get it to root?
Any ideas as to how to fix my problem?
Thanks.
A recent root exploit I published for Motorola devices, Motochopper, should do the trick for rooting the Qualcomm-based variants of the Samsung Galaxy S4, including the AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile branded models.
Download the exploit here:
http://vulnfactory.org/public/motochopper.zip
Instructions:
- Extract the entire contents of the zip file.
- If you are using Windows, ensure you have installed the latest Samsung USB drivers available for your phone.
- Ensure USB Debugging mode is enabled on your device.
- Connect your device to your PC via USB.
- If you are using Windows, navigate to the extracted directory and execute "run.bat". If you are using Linux or OS X, navigate to the extracted directory in a terminal and execute "./run.sh".
- Approve the ADB connection from your PC on your device.
Warning:
At this point, since there are no custom recoveries or stock images available, it may not be possible to repair your device should you accidentally break it. Please be aware of this before performing any modifications to your phone.
As always, future OTA updates may remove the ability to regain root access, so proceed with caution when updating. Enjoy!
Paypal:
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Root and SIM unlock are two very different things. This gives you root.I bought my phone doing the payment method from tmo and have read that my phone isnt unlocked till i pay it off and get a unlock code...
1. No idea. Probably.1. Will updating Samsung Kies on the desktop incorporate the up to date drivers for the phone.
2. Will the Motochopper rooting method by Dan Rosenberg work on the s4 on T-Mobile Uk?
3. Does the CWM method work or any other method, if so are there any links to this, thanks.