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Root for Samsung Galaxy S 4 Works Across Multiple Carriers

Root for Samsung Galaxy S 4 Works Across Multiple Carriers

April 27, 2013
If you're thinking about signing up for a carrier-subsidized Samsung Galaxy S4 here's a bit of good news: XDA Recognized Developer Djrbliss posted a rooting guide that is dead simple and works with all variations that use a Qualcomm processor (AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, etc.). The technique was originally developed for Motorola devices, and thus is called Motochopper. It will work...
Root, Recovery, and ROM for the Acer E350

Root, Recovery, and ROM for the Acer E350

November 22, 2012
The Acer E350, otherwise known as the Liquid Gallant, is one of those devices that sits squarely in the middle of the road. While more than capable of running Android 4.0.3, its specs aren't really anything to write home about. This coupled with the fact that Acer's devices aren't particularly renowned for their developer support...
This is Why XDA-Developers.com Roots Android – XDA Developer TV

This is Why XDA-Developers.com Roots Android – XDA Developer TV

November 20, 2012
Recently, Jamie Condliffe of Gizmodo posted an article asking why anyone would want to root their stock Android device. Our recent news that we published regarding the Nexus 4 being rooted prompted the question. Condliffe asks, “What are the amazingly useful features you can only access by rooting a Nexus 4? And are they worth the...
Apple Settles with HTC, Nexus 4 Rooted, Galaxy S2 Jelly Bean Leak – XDA Developer TV

Apple Settles with HTC, Nexus 4 Rooted, Galaxy S2 Jelly Bean Leak – XDA Developer TV

November 19, 2012
Jelly Bean Leak, Nexus device rooted, Windows 8 and wireless device manufacturers' agreements---all this and more covered on today's episode of XDA Developer TV. Android News specialist Jordan talks about the Jelly Bean leak for the international variant of the Samsung Galaxy S II. Also mentioned is the article talking about more and more Windows...
Nexus 4 Rooted Already (No Surprise)

Nexus 4 Rooted Already (No Surprise)

November 16, 2012
If you are one of those lucky enough to snag a Nexus 4 before the Play Store went into meltdown and all stock was depleted, congratulations. I dare say you'll be anxiously tracking that package and cursing the mailman for taking his sweet time. One thing you won't have to wait for however, when your...
All-in-One Toolkit for the Google Nexus 7

All-in-One Toolkit for the Google Nexus 7

August 18, 2012
The Nexus 7 is quickly becoming the most popular Android tablet. Unsurprisingly, it has amassed a large community of developers who have produced some great tools and utilities for the device. A common utility for popular devices is the 'one-click' root tool. XDA Senior Moderator and Recognized Developer mskip has created such a tool for...
Meizu MX Unboxed the XDA Way – XDA Developer TV

Meizu MX Unboxed the XDA Way – XDA Developer TV

July 11, 2012
Recently Portal Administrator Will Verduzco showed us how to root and install Ice Cream Sandwich on the dual-core Meizu MX. Meizu recently sent us their new quad-core version---the similarly named Meizu MX M032---and it sports the same Exynos 4412 chip found in the Samsung Galaxy S III. This time, we gave the device to our resident mobile...
BreakDroid – Automated Rooting Tool and ADB Installer for Mac

BreakDroid – Automated Rooting Tool and ADB Installer for Mac

March 9, 2012
Here at XDA, we are always pleased to bring you news of a new multi purpose utility or automated way of rooting your device via your computer. The majority of these though are for PCs running either Windows or a Linux based OS. Very seldom do we see a tool for Android devices specifically developed...
Sony Xperia S – Tutorial for Unlocking/Relocking the Bootloader & Rooting

Sony Xperia S – Tutorial for Unlocking/Relocking the Bootloader & Rooting

March 3, 2012
After having been released for less than a week, and with a forum added only a few days ago, the Sony Xperia S is the most recent device to find a home on XDA. Even so, we're already pleased to bring you information on how to unlock and relock the bootloader, as well as how...
Transformer Prime Gets Battery Improvements with System Update 9.4.2.14

Transformer Prime Gets Battery Improvements with System Update 9.4.2.14

February 18, 2012
Early this morning XDA Junior Member Liferules reported in our forums that a new update had appeared for his Asus Transformer Prime. Since the previous update (9.4.2.13), intended to improve GPS performance, Prime users have experienced random restarts and decreased battery life. XDA Senior Member demandarin, shortly after the release of the update, posted this...
Fireplace Market 2.0!

Fireplace Market 2.0!

February 15, 2012
When it was first unveiled on the Portal a few weeks ago, Fireplace Market had started to turn some heads. Many feel that there is a need for an innovative, third-party marketplace for root users. All of the applications in Fireplace Market require root access, and are designed for advanced users. At the time of...
Another All-In-One Rooting & Hacking Utility, This Time For Motorola Droid RAZR Users

Another All-In-One Rooting & Hacking Utility, This Time For Motorola Droid RAZR Users

February 9, 2012
They hit the portal now and then: utilities that combine all major functions needed to hack a device. Though this news might not be of interest for you simply because you don't have a Droid Razr, it is definitely great news for proud owners of their, according to Motorola "impossibly thin", Droid Razr. XDA member mattlgroff has come up...