If you have rooted the Google Pixel 3 smartphone and wish to maintain root access after upgrading to Android 12, you need to use the Pixel Flasher. The Pixel Flasher is a flashing tool for managing Google Pixel smartphones. With it you can update and root Pixel devices. There is a detailed guide on XDA Developers on how to use […]
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Extract boot.img Without Root
I need the boot.img to root my Samsung smartphone with Magisk. Is there a way I can extract the boot.img on a smartphone that doesn’t have root access yet? Resolution: There are two parts to your question. It sounds like you want to extract the boot.img on the smartphone itself. Generally, you need a desktop to get root with Magisk […]
How to Install Magisk on Motorola Moto E5 Plus
The Motorola Moto E5 Plus was released in May of 2018 and arrived with Android 8.0 out of the box. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery, which is exceptional for 2018 and still lovely today. It is safe to assume that many people bought the Moto E5 Plus because they wanted a smartphone with a big battery [so they […]
SM-N975U Root
For several years now, there has been a bounty available for a developer to come up with a working root method for the SM-N975U1 Note 10+. That’s not the exact same model number as the SM-N975U so you have to be careful because they won’t necessarily get root with the same files. But generally, if the SM-N975U1 is rooted, it […]
Root Note 10 Plus Android 11 Without Reset?
Is it possible to get root access to the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus running on Android 11 without having to reset/wipe the data? Resolution: The way to get root access on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus running Android 11 is by flashing a custom recovery image, known as TWRP, and then using Magisk or by patching stock firmware […]
Root SM-T580 on Android 8.1 Using Magisk
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 2016 (SM-T580) has run a few Android versions by now. The latest official update it received was Android 8.1 (Oreo). Given it has run several Android versions, there are a few different rooting methods in existence. The easiest—and generally the best for numerous reasons—is to root with Magisk, which according to various XDA Developer […]
Root Note 9 SM-N960U on Android 10 (2021)
It’s easy enough to find working rooting methods for most smartphones, but the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 SM-N960U isn’t one where things come easy at all. According to PhoneMore.com, the SM-N960U model number is for the Qualcomm processor. When I go to check the TWRP files, there is no official TWRP for the Qualcomm variant of the Note 9; there […]
How to Install Magisk
Magisk is the most comprehensive rooting tool to date, though installing it is generally more effort as well. The general idea behind what is currently the most common rooting method is to get past SafetyNet so you can still use the root apps or modules you love but without getting Google angry in the process. Provided Google is happy with […]
How to Root Galaxy A11 (SM-A115F/DSN) on Android 12, 11, 10
The Samsung Galaxy A11 was released in May of 2020 and came with Android 10 out of the box, though it has since been upgraded to Android 12. Boasting a 6.4-inch display, it was one of the better Samsung smartphones for 2020. The Galaxy A11 came with a 4000 mAh battery, which was big for 2020. Nevertheless, many people would […]
Towelroot: ‘Please Ensure You Are Connected to the Internet’
When I try to get root access using the Towelroot one-click rooting tool, it says: “please ensure you are connected to the internet.” The thing is, I am already connected to the internet. How do I solve this? Resolution: According to several forums, no one knows exactly why Towelroot gives that error, but the common conclusion is you need to […]
How to Change build.prop Without Root
I need to change the build.prop but want to do it without root access to Android. Resolution: You can change the build.prop with a reliable file manager app for Android. File managers generally don’t require root access and often have this feature for changing the build.prop built into them already. The following tutorial demonstrates how to change the build.prop file […]
How to Unroot Android Magisk
I have managed to get root access with Magisk; however, I can not work out how to unroot my smartphone with Magisk. Resolution: Magisk is a revolutionary Android rooting tool that, thanks to its modules, allows for easier operating system customization than ever before. The drawback with Magisk is that it’s not a simple task to get root access with […]
How to Install Magisk on Samsung SM-A022F
The Samsung SM-A022F smartphone was released on January 27 of 2021 and came with Android 10 out of the box. It has since been upgradable to Android 11 which is indeed a desirable operating system, but for some, it still comes overly bloated with Samsung’s default apps that cannot be uninstalled unless you were to have root access. That’s one […]
Root Lenovo A5000 on Android 4.4.2 to 5.0.2
I have tried to get root access on the Lenovo A5000 running on Android 5.0.2 Lollipop; however, none of the one-click rooting tools such as KingRoot or Framaroot work. How do people get root access to this device? Resolution: There is no official root method for the Lenovo A5000. Some blogs claim you can install TWRP Recovery for the Lenovo […]
Root Samsung Galaxy A02s on Android 12/11/10
The Samsung Galaxy A02s is a smartphone that was released at the beginning of 2021. It came with Android 10 out of the box and is upgradable to Android 12. The default battery life is pretty impressive given that it boasts a powerful 5000 mAh battery. But Samsung smartphones are notorious for coming with a decent amount of bloatware that […]
How to Install Magisk on LGE LM-Q730
I would like to install Magisk on the LG LM-Q730 smartphone but cannot find a guide. I have found other guides such as the one for the LG V35 and wonder if there is nothing simpler than at least similar. Resolution: There is no reliable rooting method for the LG LM-Q730 smartphone right now. We have looked through all our […]
How to Root with Magisk without PC
I am trying to get root access with Magisk without a PC and ideally without it being more than an issue than what finding someone’s PC would become. I don’t have a computer at the moment and won’t be buying another one just yet. But I also want to root my smartphone in the meantime. Resolution: Root Using Magisk without […]
How to Install Magisk without TWRP
Starting from Magisk version 22, the Magisk (core) and Magisk Manager (companion app) files were merged into one package for your convenience. And one of the advantages of that was the new all-in-one package would also be a flashable zip file recognized by the TWRP custom recovery image. However, it’s also true that you can get root access with Magisk […]
Download: Magisk/Magisk Manager
People have been rooting the Android operating system for decades. But ever since apps like Android Pay existed, things started to change. In particular, for security reasons, Google no longer wanted the Android OS to be rooted when apps like Android Pay were in use. But the folks behind Google are also pretty kind and are aware many still wanted […]
KingRoot Android 9 APK Download
I want to root my Android smartphone with KingRoot but am not sure if it is available for Android 9 (Pie). Do you have the download link for the KingRoot 9 APK? Resolution: Unfortunately, KingRoot is not compatible with Android 9 (Pie). It stopped working for the Android operating system roughly the same time that SuperSU was replaced with Magisk. […]
Is A50 OEM Unlocked?
I have the Samsung Galaxy A50 and would like to install custom firmware on it. Does anyone know if the A50 is OEM unlocked? Resolution: The Samsung Galaxy A50 comes with a locked bootloader, meaning you would have to unlock the bootloader first before installing custom firmware. Note that unlocking the bootloader is another term for OEM unlocking; the two […]
How to Get boot.img for Magisk
You can download and install the latest Magisk files from here. SuperSU was taken down from the Play Store years ago and Magisk is not allowed on the Play Store either. Once you open the Magisk app, you want to patch a boot image. This is done by downloading the firmware for your smartphone, extracting it, and then checking in […]
What Is SafetyNet on Magisk
I want to use Magisk but don’t quite understand what it’s SafetyNet feature is or how it works. Answer: Technically, SafetyNet is a Google feature and not one developed by Magisk. However, it is the feature that made Magisk a household name in the rooting community. Magisk has an option that allows you to turn off root access so you […]
How to Root Galaxy A51 on Android 12, Android 11, and Android 10
The Samsung Galaxy A51 has not been easy to get root access to due to there being two Vbmetas. However, over time a custom recovery image (TWRP) became available that made it possible. Once you have rooted the Galaxy A51, you can start to install root apps and custom firmware. The following tutorial demonstrates how to root the Galaxy A51 […]
How to Root Samsung A12 (SM-A125F/DSN) on Android 11/10
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (SM-A125F/DSN) can be rooted with the Magisk Manager. However, it requires the use of a boot image and is not as simple as the same tutorial would be for some other devices. Nevertheless, if you still want to get root access, here is the tutorial. The following tutorial demonstrates how to root the Samsung Galaxy A12 […]
Root Motorola Edge 20 Pro on Android 11/12
The Motorola Edge 20 Pro comes with Android 11 out of the box and a Li-Po 4500 mAh battery. Suffice to say, edge 20 pro users shouldn’t be suffering from the same battery concerns they may have had a decade ago with smartphones. However, removing the bloat from a device isn’t the only reason to want root access; sometimes people […]
Root Galaxy Z Flip 3 (B/N/0) on Android 11/12
The Galaxy Z Flip 3 was released in August of 2021 and subsequently comes with Android 11 out of the box and is upgradable to Android 12. Smartphone batteries have gotten stronger over the years. But there are still many advantages to be gained from root access, such as additional functionality and, of course, the ability to install custom firmware. […]
Install TWRP Recovery on Samsung Galaxy Alpha
Getting a custom recovery installed is the first step to take when you want to flash custom software on your device all by yourself instead of having a root application, when available, do it for you. There are a few custom recoveries out there that you still might be able to install on your device, but it’s TWRP that you […]
Install TWRP Recovery on Samsung Galaxy A5 2016 (Exynos)
A recovery image that comes as part of the Android operating system as a separate partition is essential for recovering your device from any position. A custom recovery image, on the other hand, is necessary for anyone who wants to modify the Android operating system. While the stock recovery that everyone gets offers the chance to flash signed zip files, […]
Install TWRP Recovery on Samsung Galaxy Core 2 (SM-G355HN)
Using the Android operating system for the first time can be daunting. For starters, you don’t really get a manual letting you know what to do, so you’ll need to just dive right in and see how it goes. Anyone with experience in computing over the decades might be a bit hesitant of pressing too many buttons because they’ll be […]