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Old 08-23-2015, 08:33 PM   #1
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What app/tool is everyone using to root Andriod?

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Old 08-24-2015, 02:09 PM   #2
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towelroot if it works

otherwise I want to know.

But if a user can get a root shell then the device is rooted in principle
 
Old 08-24-2015, 02:37 PM   #3
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Towelroot is a one-click root tool. There are other methods to root an Android device, especially if it is a Nexus or a Samsung.

On my Galaxy Tab 2, I had to use Odin (a desktop utility). There are some devices that can't be rooted, so do your research.
 
Old 09-23-2015, 09:54 PM   #4
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Root tool

Hey Everyone:


So, I've finally found and used z4root. It was TOO easy. A "one-step" method. OK, so now, before I upgrade the O.S.,I need to know what is that latest distro that this phone will accept/run? distro i.e. ICS, kitkat, jellybean..etc.. I do need a distro with a designation of at least 4.0 so that I can use the CHROME browser.
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