ROOT METHOD FOR MOTOROLA DEVICES [ANDROID 2.3]

If you have any unrooted Motorola device running on Android Gingerbread then don’t dig the cyberspace for its root method, XDA member rodrigojfuentes has developed a universal root method that can root any Motorola device running Android 2.3. The method is not as  easy as  the one-click root method, its bit tricky so be careful.

Motorola Android 2.3

In order to use the method you should have Linux running on your system,

Root Your Samsung Galaxy Y S5360

We will be covering how to install ICS on Galaxy Y soon, but before that you need a tutorial on how to root your Samsung Galaxy Y.

A tiny notice that I’m sure you must be knowing as well. Rooting your Android phone will void your warranty, but then you would be able to enjoy your favourite root apps i.e Titanium Backup.

Check Samsung Galaxy Y Software Version

First, make sure you are on the required Android version so there are no issues later when trying to root your Samsung Galaxy Y. Galaxy Y should be on Android 2.3.5 / 2.3.6. How to check that? Follow the simple steps below:

• Go to Settings.
• Then scroll to the bottom and tap “About phone”.

If it is not Android 2.3.5 / 2.3.6, then please don’t proceed with the tutorial or you might brick your phone or  lose your existing phone data.

Disclaimer: We are not to be held responsible if you damage or brick your device. We don’t have you on gun point to try out this tutorial 

Make sure you have installed all your USB drivers for the Samsung Galaxy Y to connect it with the computer. Now, let’s proceed with the tutorial on the next page to root your phone.

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Root Your Galaxy Y S5360 on Android 2.3.5 / 2.3.6

We have put together a detailed step-by-step instructions guide on how to root Galaxy Y on Android 2.3.5. If you are used to installing custom ROMs on your Samsung Galaxy Y, then this should not be any different for you.

Disclaimer: Try this on your own risk. I’m not responsible if you mess up with your Galaxy Y.

Just To Remember:

• This tutorial is only for Galaxy Y (S5360) and I am not sure if it will work on the other variants of the Galaxy Y on other carriers.
• My phone has Android 2.3.5 (official update) which was NOT rooted.
• Make sure you backup all your data in your phone before proceeding.

Complete Step-By-Step Instructions:

Step 1 - Download update.zip for Galaxy Y on your PC, if you haven’t already.

Step 2 - Connect and mount your Galaxy Y USB memory on your computer using the USB cable.

Step 3 - Now copy/paste the update.zip file to your SD card. Make sure the file is in the root (not in any folders).

Step 4 - Then turn off your phone.

Step 5 - Now to get in the recovery mode. Turn on the phone while pressing and holding the volume up, home and power buttons.

Step 6 - You will get an exclamation mark now. Again hold your volume up and power buttons. You should now be in your recovery mode.

Step 7 - Select update from SD card. Now select update.zip file and select it with the Power button. Installation should start now.

Step 8 - After the installation completes, the phone will boot now and it might take about 5 minutes to boot on your first time. So, please wait.

That’s it! Your Galaxy Y is now rooted and should have the Superuser app installed in your phone!

How to Root Samsung Galaxy S II on Android 4.0.3 XWLP3

We have put together a detailed step-by-step instructions guide on how to root Samsung Galaxy S II on Android 4.0.3 XWLP3. Please read every line carefully.

To Remember:

• This tutorial is only for Samsung Galaxy S II on Android 4.0.3 XWLP3. Please don’t try this on any other variants of the phone.
• Your phone should have atleast 60-70% battery when you try out this tutorial.
• Make sure you backup all your data in your phone before proceeding.

Complete Step-By-Step Instructions:

Step 1 - Download CF-Root-SGS2_XW_O2U_LP3-v5.4-CWM5.zip to your computer.

Step 2 - Extract the file you just downloaded and you should have two files in the folder.

Step 3 - Switch off your phone. Now go to Download Mode on your phone. How? Press and hold the Volume Down + Home buttons together, and then press the Power button till you see the construction Android robot and a triangle. This is the Download Mode.

Step 4 - Make sure you have your SGS II USB drivers installed on your computer. And also make sure your phone is set to connect on Samsung KIES mode through USB. How? Go to Settings > Wireless & networks > USB settings and check “Samsung KIES” option.

Step 5 - Open ODIN on your computer. Connect your phone to your computer while your phone is in the Download Mode.

Step 6 - If your phone is connected successfully, one of the ID:COM boxes will turn yellow with the COM port number. This step might take some time.

Step 7 - Click ‘PDA’ and select the .tar.md5 file.

Step 8 - Now click on the Start button in ODIN. Installation process will start and would take a moment to complete.

Step 9 - After the installation is completed, your phone will restart. After you see the home screen, unplug your phone from the computer.

That’s it. Your Samsung Galaxy S II is now rooted on Android 4.0.3 XWLP3 ICS software update.

How to Update Galaxy S2 Android 4.0.3 With XWLP3

How to root your HTC Desire HD?

Back in 2010, HTC introduced its Android device the HTC Desire HD, powered by 1 GHz processor and sporting 4.3 display. Then an 1.72.405.3 OTA update was rolled for it officially which upgraded the phone but disappointed the owners by breaking root on their device.

If you are one of the HTC Desire HD owner who want to gain the root access on his device, then make sure the only method to it is to downgrade your phone.