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Magisk v23.0 brings along SafetyNet API fixes but drops legacy Android support
The latest version of Magisk stable release (v23.0) comes with a plethora of bug fixes for root access and the SafetyNet API. Check it out!
Magisk is an incredible tool for Android power users. It is a unique systemless interface created by XDA’s Senior Recognized Developer topjohnwu that can be used for much more than just rooting your devices. The interface helps users tinker with the system settings without actually making changes to the system files. Another reason behind Magisk's popularity is its potential ability to bypass Google’s SafetyNet, which prevents certain apps from running on rooted devices. The latest update to Magisk comes in the form of Magisk version 23.0 release that brings over several bug fixes for root access.
Magisk v22.1 brings an improved log writer, resetprop bootloop fixes, and much more
The latest stable update for Magisk (v22.1) has been released with tons of bug fixes and feature improvements. Read on to know more!
Magisk by XDA Recognized Developer topjohnwu has become so popular over the past few years that there is no need for introductions now. But in case you need one, Magisk originally started off as a systemless root method and has gradually evolved into a much more diverse and powerful tool beyond just plain root. The best part about using it is that it allows users to tinker with system settings without actually making changes to system files. The latest major version of Magisk, which corresponds to the twenty-second version (v22), was released back in February, featuring a couple of interesting updates to the interface. And now, the developer has released v22.1 which includes even more changes and bug fixes for both the internal components of Magisk and the Magisk app.
Magisk v22.0 released with Samsung Galaxy S21 support, better app hiding, and much more
XDA's topjohnwu has released Magisk v22.0, bringing support for the Samsung Galaxy S21. The Manager app and the installer are now unified.
Magisk by XDA Senior Recognized Developer topjohnwu needs no introduction in the world of Android aftermarket development, so we'll spare you some time. Today, topjohnwu has announced that Magisk is being updated to version 22.0. The need and desire for root level access on Android devices has allowed Magisk to stay on top of the chart for a number of years as one of the most dynamic and innovative root solutions. The latest update just goes to show why the aforementioned is true.
The Magisk Manager APK can now be flashed from within TWRP
Magisk is now distributed as part of the Manager APK, meaning you no longer need to flash a separate ZIP file from a custom recovery.
Topjohnwu, the developer of Magisk, announced a major change today to the popular open-source rooting tool. The biggest change is that the binaries and scripts required to root your phone are now contained within the Manager app rather than being downloaded over the Internet. As a result, you'll only need to download one file — the latest version of the Magisk Manager APK — to both root your phone and manage root access.
Magisk v21.2 and Magisk Manager v8.0.4 released with bug and stability fixes for root access
The latest updates for Magisk (v21.2) and Magisk Manager (v8.0.4) bring several bug fixes and stability improvements for root access.
XDA Senior Recognized Developer topjohnwu's Magisk is inarguably the most popular root solution for Android devices. With it, rooting your Android device is as simple as flashing a .zip file ina custom recovery like TWRP and installing the Magisk Manager app. The tool recently received a major update that introduced support for Android 11, an app redesign, and much more. Shortly after the last stable release, Magisk received an update on the beta channel that brought support for the Google Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G, along with other minor changes. Now, topjohnwu has rolled out yet another update for Magisk (v21.2) and Magisk Manager (v8.0.4), bringing several bug and stability fixes for root access.
Magisk (Beta) v21.1 and Magisk Manager v8.0.3 bring along Pixel 5, Pixel 4a 5G support, and more
XDA's topjohnwu has released Magisk (Beta) v21.1 and Magisk Manager v8.0.3, bringing support for the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G.
XDA Senior Recognized Developer topjohnwu has released Magisk (Beta) v21.1 and Magisk Manager v8.0.3, bringing support for the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G. Magisk provides users with an easy solution to root your Android device. TopJohnwu previously launched updates to its Magisk apps that brought support for Android 11.
Magisk v21 and Magisk Manager 8.0.0 released with Android 11 support, app redesign, and much more
XDA Senior Recognized Developer topjohnwu has now released Magisk v21 and Magisk Manager v8.0.0 with Android 11 support, app redesign, and more.
Magisk by XDA Senior Recognized Developer topjohnwu is inarguably the most popular root solution for Android devices. With Magisk, rooting your Android device is as simple as flashing a .zip file in a custom recovery like TWRP and installing the Magisk Manager app. But because of the modifications it has to make to allow for systemless-root, Magisk needs to be updated to be compatible with every new Android release. Now that Android 11 has started rolling out to some devices, topjohnwu has released Magisk v21 and Magisk Manager v8.0.0 with support for Android 11, an app redesign, and much more.
Magisk v20.4 released with script consistency changes and bug fixes
The latest stable update for Magisk (v20.4) has been released. Starting with this build, MagiskHide is no longer enabled by default. Read on to know more!
Magisk has basically become synonymous with root access on Android at this point. One of the most popular custom ROM distributions, LineageOS, is even dropping support for its own addonsu binary in favor of this systemless solution developed by XDA Recognized Developer topjohnwu. The developer recently talked about potential shortcomings of the MagiskHide component, originating out of some changes in Google’s SafetyNet Attestation API. While Google might take a while before fully enforcing the new rules, topjohnwu has now released another stable version of Magisk with MagiskHide disabled by default. Tagged as v20.4, the latest build is focused on the core components only, as the redesigned UI of Magisk Manager "isn't fully ready for prime time yet".
Magisk Manager gets a dramatically redesigned UI in the latest Canary update
Magisk Manager has received a massive user interface overhaul. The new UI is available on the Canary channel of the application.
As of 2020, Magisk is the most popular and recommended rooting solution for hundreds of devices. A big part of its success comes from the developer's activity and consistency of quality updates. Canary, Beta, and eventually Stable channels of Magisk often get updated with exciting new features and better support. The rooting solution's front-end client, Magisk Manager, also sees improvements from time to time. For example, topjohnwu just announced that its next version will feature a drastically redesigned user interface.
Magisk v20.2 lets modules include custom sepolicy patches and introduces a new module installer format
The latest update for Magisk (v20.2) now allows modules to include custom sepolicy patches and introduces a new module installer format.
Magisk is one of the best tools for Android users looking to unlock the full potential of their device. It's a systemless interface developed by XDA Recognized Developer topjohnwu that can be used for everything from rooting your device to adding unique features to it. The best part about using it is that it allows users to tinker with system settings without actually making changes to system files. Another reason behind its popularity is its ability to bypass Google's SafetyNet which prevents certain apps from running on rooted devices. Late last year, topjohnwu rolled out Magisk v20.1 along with Magisk Manager v7.4.0 featuring a couple of interesting updates to the interface. And now, they've released v20.2 which includes even more changes and bug fixes for both Magisk and Magisk Manager.
LineageOS is dropping its own superuser implementation, making Magisk the de facto solution
LineageOS 17 will no longer recommend its own addonsu package, making Magisk and Magisk manager the de facto choice for superuser binary and management.
LineageOS is one of the most popular custom ROMs available for Android devices, if not the most popular custom ROM out there. This custom ROM takes Android as found on the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) and adds its own flavor on top of it. A lot of custom ROMs tend to then adopt LineageOS as their own base, so any major change that LineageOS undertakes for itself tends to propagate throughout the custom ROM community. The developers behind LineageOS are aware of this repercussion and make informed decisions accordingly. The upcoming release of LineageOS is significantly changing how root access is handled, as the ROM is dropping support for its own addonsu binary in favor of Magisk.
Magisk Manager Canary now supports BiometricPrompt for Pixel 4 Face Unlock
The latest Magisk Manager Canary release has added BiometricPrompt support for superuser requests, so you can authenticate with the Pixel 4 Face Unlock.
Magisk has basically become synonymous with root access on Android, and that's because it's the easiest way to gain root without directly modifying the system partition. Part of Magisk's appeal is its companion app, Magisk Manager, which makes managing superuser access and installing Modules—archives packed with apps, scripts, and other files that systemlessly modify your device—super simple. XDA Recognized Developer topjohnwu, the creator of Magisk, maintains Stable, Beta, and Canary channels for his superuser tool and companion app, and he has announced a new feature for the Manager app: Biometric Authentication, specifically Face Unlock, for superuser requests.
Magisk v20.1 and Magisk Manager v7.4.0 introduces new hiding mode for Android 9+ devices
Magisk v20.1 and Magisk Manager v7.4.0 get an updated hiding mode for devices running Android 9 and higher along with bug fixes.
Magisk is an incredible tool for Android rooting enthusiasts. It is a systemless interface created by XDA's Recognized Developer topjohnwu and can be used for much more than just rooting your devices. The interface helps users tinker with the system settings without actually making changes to the system files. Besides allowing the installation of a wide range of modules, Magisk is immensely popular because its ability to bypass Google's SafetyNet which prevents games, OTT and banking applications, etc from running on rooted devices. Last month, topjohnwu introduced Magisk V20.0 with full compatibility for Android 10 including devices with A-only partitioning scheme. Now, they have released v20.1 along with Magisk Manager 7.4 with a log of bug fixes and a new hiding mode for devices running Android 9 Pie and upwards.
Magisk 19.4 brings Android 10 and product partition support and adds a new system-as-root implementation
The newest Magisk v19.4 brings support for Android 10 A/B devices, product partition support and a new system-as-root implementation. Read on to know more!
XDA Recognized Developer topjohnwu‘s Magisk started off as a systemless root method and has evolved over the years into a much more diverse and powerful tool beyond just plain root. But even today, if you need root, chances are that the recommended root method for your device mentions installing Magisk for root. The latest update to Magisk comes in the form of Magisk 19.4 release that brings over Android 10 support, support for product partition, and a new system-as-root implementation.
Magisk 19.3 improves process monitoring in MagiskHide as Magisk Manager 7.2.0 gets a UI update
topjohnwu has posted Magisk 19.3, which improves process monitoring in MagiskHide and Magisk Manager 7.2.0 gets some UI updates.
At this point, I'm certain that most of you have at least heard of Magisk. It is a rooting solution by XDA Recognized Developer topjohnwu. The method works without touching the system partition, so updating the software and unrooting the device is a seamless process. The developer is always active and working hard to perfect the rooting solution. Just now he published the new versions of both the solution and the Magisk Manager application. The changelog is subtle yet very important, so let's dive into it.
Magisk v19.1 Stable is out with Android Q Beta 2 support
The latest stable version includes all the changes in the Magisk v19 beta and even more. For starters, it now supports Android Q Beta 2.
Magisk is one of the most popular rooting solutions right now. It has had some competition in the past, but if you want to root a phone in 2019, Magisk is the way to go. It is basically a full package, with both a flashable zip to get root access and root manager to control your modules, permissions, etc. The last major version, Magisk v19 beta, which brought native 64-bit support and Android Q support, was released at the end of March. It looks like the developer added quite a few features to it, so he is now releasing Magisk v19.1.
Magisk v19 beta brings Imageless Magisk, better MagiskHide, and Android Q support
The latest public beta of Magisk has been released, including major changes to module mounting and MagiskHide, as well as Android Q support and more.
Magisk is probably one of the greatest Android-related mods released in recent times. As it stands, it is currently the most widely used root solution available out there, but it's also a systemless interface that allows for a myriad of possibilities with the implementation of Magisk modules. Magisk's systemless nature also allows it to be installed on a ton of different devices from different manufacturers. But there are counted exceptions, as newer devices, as well as newer software, can change the way things work and, therefore, break Magisk. These quirks are usually resolved quickly, and the latest beta of Magisk is proof of this.
Magisk v18.1 released with support for Kirin 960, EMUI 9, Android 4.2, and more
Magisk has been updated to v18.1 and Magisk Manager has been updated to v7.0.0, bringing in support for Kirin 960, EMUI, Android 4.2 and more! Read on!
XDA Recognized Developer topjohnwu's Magisk started off as a systemless root method and has evolved over the years into a much more diverse and powerful tool beyond just plain root. But even today, if you need root, chances are that the recommended root method for your device mentions installing Magisk for root.
Magisk Manager gets a revamped UI in the Canary channel
Magisk Manager, the Android app which lets users install Magisk and Magisk Modules, has been updated with a new UI in the Canary channel.
Magisk Manager is one of the most popular Android apps of all time on our forums. Magisk is an open source, systemless rooting solution, and it's most popular for its ability to hide root access from apps that use the SafetyNet Attestation API. Through the Magisk Manager app, users have access to dozens of modules from independent developers to customize their devices. The manager app also lets the user choose which apps to hide root access from, check whether their device is flagged by the SafetyNet Attestation API, install the latest Magisk, and more. XDA Recognized Developer topjohnwu updates the app quite often and recently he released a new version on the Canary channel with a revamped UI.
Magisk Canary adds support for rooting Huawei/Honor devices on EMUI 9
Magisk Canary has now added support for rooting Huawei and Honor devices which run EMUI 9. It's not recommended to install it just yet, but you can.
Huawei has taken a strong stance on preventing you from modifying your smartphone, no longer providing bootloader unlock codes from July onwards. While it's no longer possible to officially unlock your Huawei or Honor smartphone (although it might be possible if you live in India), you can do so unofficially with FunkyHuawei. It'll cost you, but it does let you root your smartphone and have full control over it. There's just one problem: EMUI 9 prevents root access via modifying the kernel's ramdisk even if your bootloader is unlocked. XDA Recognised Developer and Recognised Contributor topjohnwu has figured out a way around that, and Magisk now works on EMUI 9 in the latest Canary builds.