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Hidden Android Secret Codes that you must know

We all know that Android is one of the leading Mobile Operating system. Almost Every House atleast have 1 Android mobile. We all love to Tweak and play tricks with Android Smartphones. Each day we tend to learn More and more about Android Smartphones.

The Popularity of Android is just not because it is Owned by Google but also there are Tons of apps available in Google Play Store for almost every task you can think of.

Android Secret CodesYou might be Well Versed with Android Operating system but you might not know Some Hidden Android Secret Codes that you used to Explore more about android.

Today I will share some Cool Hidden Android Secret Codes that will help you to know more about your Android smartphone and will ease up your Different tasks

Hidden Android Secret Codes


*#*#778O#*#* = Factory Data Reset

*#*#I472365#*#* = Quick GPS Test

*#*#0673#*#* OR *#*#0289#*#*  = Audio Test

*#*#2664#*#* = Touch Screen Test

#’#273283*255*663282*#*#* = Backup Media Files

*#*#0283#*#* = Packet Loopback Test
 

*2767*3855# = Reinstalls The Phones Firmware & Format Your Phone

*#*#232339#*#* OR *#*#526#*#* = WireIess Lan Test

*#*# 1575#*#* = Different GPS Test

*#*#4636#*#*‘ = Complete Information About your Phone

*#*#2663#*#* = Touch Screen Version

*#*#232337#*# = Displays bluetooth Device Address

*#*#4986*2650468#*#* = PDA, Phone. Hardware, RF Call Date

*#*#44336#*#* = Displays Build Time

*#06# = Displays IMEI Number

*#*#8255#*#* = Google Talk Service Monitoring

*#*#I I I I#*#*   |  *‘#*#2222#*#* = FTA Software Version FTA | Hardware \/ersion

*#*#3264#*#* = Rom version

*#*#23233I#‘*#* = bluetooth Test

*#*# 1234#’#’ = PDA and Phone Firmware Info

*#*#0*#*#*= LCD Display Test

*#*#0842#*#* Vibration and Backlight Test

*#*#0588#*#* = Proximity Sensor Test

*#*#232338#*#* = Wi-Fi Mac Address

*#*#7262626#*#*= Field Test

*#*#34971539#*#* = Camera Update

*#*#19732840#*#* = Enable Test Mode

So the Above List Consists of almost 27 Android secret Codes that you might have not known but Since i have shared them here now you are aware of them. So use them whenever you Wish to Check and explore more about your Phone.

 

Source from http://www.smarttricks.net

Remove Red Text from HTC One M8’s HBOOT Screen (Int/Vzw/Spr/Rogers/AT&T/Telus)

 

Remove-Red-Developer-Text-HTC-One-M8
 

The HTC One M8 is definitely the most beautiful and premium-looking Android smartphone. I has been catching the fancy of users since it launch the last month. As it usually happens, our developer community gather its tools and weapons to come with different hack and mods as soon a significant device is lost. The HTC one M8 is no exception as we already have a plethora of custom development going round the device.

Just a few days ago, we shared a trick to remove the TAMPERED banner from One M8’s bootloader screen. Taking the development furthersantod040 from XDA forum has prepared a mod that can remove red text from HTC One M8 HBOOT screen.

While the tampered flag is shown only when you boot the device in Bootloader mode, the red development text scowls at us each time we reboot the phone. The red text message begins to show on all HTC device after unlocking the device bootloader using HTC Dev method and runs like this:
This build is for development purposes only. Do not distribute outside of  HTC without HTC’s written permission. Failure to comply may lead to legal action.

If you want to get rid of this red warning on your shiny HTC One M8 with unlocked bootloader, you can easily do it flashing santod040’s modified HBOOT. The developer has release his HBOOT mod for 8 variants of the HTC One M8, including-

  • International HTC One M8 (WWE)

  • International HTC One M8 (GER)

  • AT&T HTC One M8

  • Sprint HTC One M8

  • Verizon HTC One M8

  • Telus HTC One M8

  • Rogers HTC One M8

  • HTC One M8 Developer Edition


 

Warning!


You must S-OFF your HTC One M8 before trying the mod since it is all about replacing the original HBOOT with the modded one. In case you device is still S-ON, do not proceed!

Also see:


How to Root HTC One M8

How to S-Off HTC One M8

 

Requirements



 

Remove Red Text from HTC One M8



  1. Download and copy the modified HBOOT zip file to your phone.

  2. Boot your HTC One M8 into Fastboot mode: press and hold the Volume Down + Power buttons for a few seconds till the screen turns up and the phone shows the Bootloader screen. Using the volume down button highlight the FASTBOOT option and select it by pressing the power key.

  3. Now connect you phone to the computer.

  4. Navigate to the platform-tools directory and launch a CMD window here. To do this press Shift + Right-click at an empty space in the directory and select “Open command window here” option.

  5. Now issue the following command and hit Enter key:
    fastboot oem rebootRUU


  6. Then type this command and press Enter:
    fastboot flash zip filename_hboot.zip


  7. The installation will begin but the process will halt at around 75% – 90% on phone screen. Do not worry and type the following command:
    fastboot reboot-bootloader


  8. The installation progress bar should now show 100% and then the device will reboot into the Bootloader mode.Remove-Red-Text-from-HTC-One-M8


Reboot you phone now. The red development text won’t show on the splash screen of you HTC One M8 any more! Enjoy!

 

Source fromhttp://www.droidviews.com

How to Reset UNLOCKED Status to LOCKED on HTC One M8

 

Reset-UNLOCKED-Status-to-LOCKED-on-HTC-One-M8
 

All HTC phones come with locked bootloaders that needs to be unlocked before involving into any custom development activity. If you got a brand new HTC device with locked bootloader, just press and hold the Volume Down + Power keys to get into the bootloader mode on your phone and you would see *** LOCKED *** banner at the top the screen.

Once you unlock the bootloader of your HTC device via HTC Dev portal or gain S-OFF using Firewater method, the *** LOCKED *** flag disappears and your device status begins to show as *** UNLOCKED *** and *** TAMPERED ***. These flags are deliberately put by HTC to show that you have done something that the OEM does not want its users to do. If there occurs some problem with your phone and you submit it to the service center, your phone is likely to be rejected the HTC guys notice 3 things:

  1. Red development text on the bootscreen.

  2. And, the *** TAMPERED *** flag.

  3. The *** UNLOCKED *** status of the device.


The customary way of regaining the stock *** LOCKED *** status, you will have to unroot your HTC phone and relock the bootloader. Luckily Android is an open source platform and fortunately we have so many talented developers with itching palms who won’t sit calmly at the state of things.

If you own a brand new HTC One M8 with an unlocked bootloader or S-OFF, you can easily get rid of all 3 signs of having a tampered device we mentioned above. Just a few days ago, we covered two hacks to remove the TAMPERED flag and the red development message on the boot screen of the One M8:

XDA senior member scotty1223 is back again with another hack method to reset UNLOCKED status to LOCKED on HTC One M8. To get the job done, all you need is to issue a few ADB commands. So, let’s see how we can do it.

Disclaimer


The procedure described in this tutorial is considered risky and making even a single mistake in typing the command lined might brick your device. Play it carefully and safe at your own responsibility.

Prerequisites



  • HTC One M8 with S-OFF. If you have not S-OFF’ed your phone, jump to Firewater’s official page to gain it.

  • Download and install HTC USB Drivers on your computer. If you have installed HTC Sync, uninstall it temporarily to avoid any problem.

  • You must have ADB (Android Debug Bridge) installed and setup on your computer: Refer to this or this guide to setup ADB.

  • Also, enable USB Debugging on your HTC One M8. If you do not know how to do it, we have laid down the steps to enable USB Debugging on this tutorial.


Reset UNLOCKED Status to LOCKED on HTC One M8



  1. Navigate to the directory where you have setup the Android SDK. Open the folder the platform-tools directory where ADB and Fastboot files are found.

  2. Press the Shift key and then do a right-click on the mouse at an empty space in the  platform-tools folder. Select Open command window here option to launch cmd prompt.

  3. Connect your phone to the computer using USB cable.

  4. Just to make sure that you have setup the ADB properly, type the following command in the cmd and press a key on the keyboard:
    adb devices


  5. If you see the serial number of your device on the cmd, all’s fine and you can proceed with the next step.

  6. Now issue the following commands on the cmd (we strongly recommend that you copy/paste the commands as they are:
    adb shell
    su
    echo -ne '\x00\x00\x00\x00' | dd of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p2 bs=1 seek=33796 
    exit
    exit


  7. By now, the UNLOCKED Status of your HTC One M8 should have turned to to LOCKED. Just to make sure that the magic has been done successfully, reboot your M8 into the Bootloader Mode by using the following command:
    adb reboot bootloader



Your phone’s bootloader screen should show as shown below:

Reset-UNLOCKED-Status-to-LOCKED-on-HTC-One

It’s time to revel at your success! To revert back to the UNLOCKED status, you can use the following commands:
adb shell
su
echo -ne "HTCU" | dd of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p2 bs=1 seek=33796
exit
exit
adb reboot bootloader

Source fromhttp://www.droidviews.com

Enjoy Louder Speaker & Headphone Volume with Galaxy S5 Volume Boost Mod

Galaxy-S5-Volume-Boost-Mod
 

Personally, I never have had the luck to feel happy about two things on the Android devices I have owned so far: the battery life and the speaker volume output. Being a regular commuter, these two things have always been a matter of concern for me. Nobody likes his/her phone to run out of battery on the mid way, nor does anybody feels good when he/she misses a call or mail notification.

I see Samsung’s latest flagship, the Galaxy S5, as a device that fails to impress the users on many fronts, especially when you compare it to phones like LG G2 and HTC One M8. The volume output of the phone’s speakers is one of the things many of its owners might not feel pleased with. If you own the Samsung Galaxy S5 and are not quite satisfied with the loudness of its built-in speaker volume, we have a good news for you.

XDA member stalli0nUK has prepared a volume boost mod for the Galaxy S5 that significantly increases the speaker volume of the device. His mod is available in three loudness levels: lite, medium and high. Besides, stalli0nUK has also released another mod for those who feel that their Galaxy S5’s headphone volume is not enough loud. Not happy with any of the volume mods? Don’t worry, as there is a restore version too installing which you can return back to stock volume intensity.

All four Galaxy S5 Volume Boost mods are available in recovery flashable Zips. It simply means that to be able to install the mod, you must not only have Galaxy S5 with root access but also a custom recovery like CWM or TWRP installed on it. If your phone meets both these requirements, you can download the desired Volume Boost mod file from below and flash it right away to enjoy louder volume.

Compatibility:


The mod has been tested successfully on the international Galaxy S5 LTE SM-G900F, T-Mobile S5 SM-G900T, Canadian Galaxy S5 G900W8, etc. However, it should work on all Qualcomm models of the Galaxy S5.

Download Galaxy S5 Volume Boost Mod


Warning: Do not try the Loud version of the mod to avoid audio distortion. Go with either version 1, 2 or 4.

Volume Mod Lite: S5_Volume_Boost_Version_v1.zip

Volume Mod Medium: S5_Volume_Boost_Version_v2.zip

Volume Mod Loud: S5_Volume_Boost_Version_v3.zip

Volume Mod Lite Speaker+Headphone: S5_Volume_Boost_Version_v4.zip

Restore Stock Volume: S5_Volume_RESTORE.zip

Link to the latest versionClick here

How to Install:



  1. Download the mod file and copy the Zip to your phone.

  2. Reboot your Galaxy S5 into CWM/TWRP recovery mode. You do it by turning of the device and then holding the Volume Up+Home+Power buttons together for 4-5 seconds.

  3. Do not forget to backup your current ROM before flashing any mod or ROM on your device so that you can restore it in case of a mishap.

  4. Use the Install option in the recovery, navigate to the volume mod Zip file and select it.

  5. Confirm the installation and wait till it is installed.

  6. Finally, reboot your phone using the Reboot system option.


When your Galaxy S5 boots up, you should feel noticeably louder speaker volume on it. Enjoy and do not forget to share your feedback with us!

Source fromhttp://www.droidviews.com

 

How to Enable Download Booster on Galaxy S5 (AT&T/ Sprint/ Verizon)

 

Enable-Download-Booster-on-Galaxy-S5
 

Samsung’s engineers might be incapable of bringing new design to their flagships for the last couple of years, but the company never misses to introduce some really good features. The Galaxy S5 might not appeal to you with its look but it a some really awesome features. The Download Booster is one of the most interesting features of the Galaxy S5 but it has been disabled on some US variants of the device.

If you own a Sprint, AT&T, or Verizon Galaxy S5, you might not find the Download booster on your phone. It’s not that the feature is not found at all on these models, it’s just hidden just like the Developer options on Android device running Android 4.2 or above. The AT&T website proclaims that the carrier has been testing Download booster and so it appears that the feature might be made available to users in future. But what about other Verizon and Sprint?

Well, you need not live on the mercy of these carriers anymore as now there is a way to make this feature visible and enable it. Download booster employs a special technology that boosts the rate of download significantly by taking advantage of WiFi and LTE networks at the same time. Thus, to be able to use Download booster, you need to turn of WiFi and mobile data on your phone. The feature makes it easier and faster to download large files over 30 MB.

galaxy-s5-download-booster

Having activated the Download Booster on Galaxy S5, you can easily access it via statusbar or notification toggles screen.

Enable Download Booster on Galaxy S5


As for users’ reviews about the feature, they are of mixed nature. Some find it working while other say it is simply ineffective. If you want to find it yourself, just follow the method to enable Download Booster on Galaxy S5.

  1. Download a third-party launcher app like Nova or APex and set it as your default launcher.

  2. Tap and hold the home screen and select Shortcuts.

  3. Navigate to Activities>Settings>Download Booster and select it.

  4. Tap the new settings icon on the home screen and enable Download booster.


RevelationOmega, the man who discovered this method of enabling Download booster has now been testing a mod to make the feature work effectively on the AT&T/Sprint/Verizon Galaxy S5. We’ll keep an eye on the latest developments and share it here when it’s available. Meanwhile, if you have root and custom recovery on your S5,  you can jump to his XDA thread and participate in his beta testing. Cheers!

Download Booster Alternative App:


Alternatively, you can download Super Download – Booster to get faster download on your Galaxy S5:

 

Source fromhttp://www.droidviews.com

Boot LG G3 /G2 into Download/Recovery/Safe Mode & Perform Hard Rese

 

Boot-LG-G2-into-Safe-Mode
 

If you are an Android user, you might be find yourself in situations when you might want or be forced to do a hard reset on your device. Sometimes, your phone might start behaving weirdly after installing an unsupported app. Whether you are a new or a veteran Android user, there are certain things you must be familiar with.

Performing a factory reset and booting your device into safe mode are among such things. Using the safe mode on an Android phone or tablet, you can easily diagnose if a certain issue on it has stemmed from a misbehaving app. When booted into Safe mode, you Android device only shows the stock apps. Since all third-party apps are disabled, you can easily uninstall an app that may be causing a conflict or software problem from Application Manager.

Just about an year ago, we did a detailed guide on booting a range of Android devices into safe mode and today we have come with a beginner’s tutorial on how to perform hard reset and boot LG G3/G2 into Safe Mode. If you are an LG G2/G3 user, you have to do a factory data reset after installing the stock firmware manually to ensure bugless performance. This can be done using two methods— using the Factory data reset option in device settings and using the hardware keys of your phone.

Hard Reset LG G3 /G2 from Settings Menu


Warning: Do not forget to backup your phone’s data before doing a factory data reset. Here’s our guide.

Performing a Factory data reset restores your device to the original factory settings as it comes out of the box. It also deletes the data like installed apps, contacts, messages, images, etc. present on the internal storage. It does not, however, affect any data stored on the external SD card. Now here is how you can hard reset your LG G2/G3 from device Settings:

  1. Tap the Menu key from Homescreen.

  2. Select System settings> General.

  3. Now scroll to PERSONAL.

  4. Select Backup & reset option.

  5. Tap Factory data reset> Reset phone.

  6. Select Erase everything.

  7. When the warning window prompts, tap OK.


Hard Reset LG G2 with Hardware Keys


If you unable to perform a factory data reset on your LG G2/G3 using the device settings for some reasons, you can try the hardware key method. Just follow the steps given below:

  1. Turn off your LG G2/G3.

  2. Now press and hold the Power + Volume down buttons simultaneously for about 8 seconds.

  3. When the LG Logo appears, release and then immediately re-hold the Power button.

  4. Release the Power key as soon as you see the ‘FACTORY HARD RESET’ screen.

  5. Press the Power key to reset your device.

  6. Press the Power key again to confirm factory data  reset.

  7. Wait till reset is done.


Boot LG G3 /G2 into Safe Mode


To fix an issue caused by a 3rd-party app, you can boot your LG G3/G2 into Safe mode and delete the suspect app. You can turn on Safe mode by following these steps:

  1. Press and hold the Power key on your LG G2.

  2. Now tap and hold Power off option.

  3. When it prompts Reboot to safe mode, select OK.

  4. Your LG G2 will now reboot into Safe mode.

  5. While in this mode, you’ll see ‘Safe mode’ banner at the lower left corner of your phone’s screen.

  6. To turn off Safe mode, just press and hold the Power button and tap Restart option.


Boot LG G3/G2 into Download Mode



  1. Turn off your phone.

  2. Now press the Volume Up button.

  3. Keep Volume Up key pressed and connect your phone to computer using USB cable (use stock cable).

  4. Your LG G2/G3 will power up and it will boot into the Download Mode.

  5. You can release the Volume key now.

  6. Let your phone install device drivers on your computer. It might take a few minutes to install.

  7. To get out of the Download mode, just press and hold the Power button till you see the LG logo on the screen.


Boot LG G3 /G2 into Recovery Mode



  1. Turn off your device.

  2. Press and hold Volume Down and Power buttons together.

  3. As soon as the LG logo appears, release both buttons.

  4. Now hold the Volume Down and Power buttons again and keep them pressed until you see the hard reset screen.

  5. Press the Power button. You’ll see a message that doing so will reset your phone. Ignore it as it will not reset your device as long as you have a custom recovery installed on it. Just press the Power button again to confirm.

  6. Your LG G3/G2 will boot into TWRP/CWM recovery mode.


Source fromhttp://www.droidviews.com

Update Moto G GPe to KitKat 4.4.4 Manually (OTA Update)

 

Update Moto G GPe to KitKat 4.4.4
 

Recently we covered a guide to Update Moto E to KitKat 4.4.4  and now here is another for one of the three new Moto sets. Moto G is the mid-budget smartphone by Motorola serving with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 1.2 GHz Quad-core processing unit, Adren 305 GPU, a 4.5” HD Corning Gorilla Glass display and many more extraordinary features. It is for no excuse, the worth for money and has already sold out countless units all over the world, taking over the mid-budget smartphone market.

Moto G has also been released to the public as a Google Play Edition, which comes with KitKat 4.4.2 and on the latest has been updated to Android 4.4.4 KitKat. The update started to roll out yesterday night and is definitely gonna take sufficient time to reach out to everyone. Yet, if you do not hold a stretch to patience like me? you can follow this guide. The OTA update has been captured by XDA member salxs and we, here will help you to update Moto G GPe to KitKat 4.4.4 by installing the OTA update manually using the stock recovery.

Disclaimer


Installing the update manually or unlocking the bootloader might risk your device stability. DroidViews or any of its community members shall not be held responsible for any damage to your device.

Prerequisites


Before you proceed any further, you should complete a set of requirements to ease out the process.

» Install Motorola drivers: Click here

» Enable USB Debugging, detailed steps could be found here.

» Install Android SDK: Click here

» Charge your Moto G to at least 60% battery level

» Backup everything, this includes your storage, SMS, Contacts etc.

» Stock KOT49H ROM and recovery installed.

Update Moto G GPe to KitKat 4.4.4



  1. Download the OTA update zip file (Approx 162 MB): Click here

  2. Power off your Moto G completely. Press the Volume Up + Volume Down + Power keys altogether until you see the boot mode screen.

  3. Now, using the volume keys, scroll and highlight Recovery. Select it by pressing the Power button.

  4. A warning Android logo will be displayed in the middle of the screen.

  5. Press the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons for around 5 seconds. Now while holding those two, press and release the Power button.

  6. Your device will now be booted into stock recovery mode, displaying Android System Recovery <3e> text at the top of the screen.

  7. Connect your device to the PC via USB cable.

  8. Use the volume keys to highlight apply update from ADB and select it using the Power key.

  9. Open the folder location on the PC where the OTA file was downloaded. Now inside that folder, press SHIFT key and right-click on an empty space. Select Open command window here from the pop-up menu that appears.

  10. Type in the following command to sideload the OTA:
    adb sideload 8139a3b77162488d3bc058c378e28ff2ea22ae78.KOT49H.M004_5-KTU84P.M003_18.zip


  11. The process will take its required time, so hold your place with patience. Once done, select reboot system now from the recovery menu.


Your Moto G Google Play Edition will reboot into updated Android 4.4.4 KitKat ROM. Time to cherish the latest! Let us know how you feel about this update through comments.

 

Source fromhttp://www.droidviews.com

How to Fix Lag on LG G3 without Root

 

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When talk about lag issue with reference to a smartphone or tablet, it simply denotes to the time lapse between an action by an user and the reaction or response by a device. Usually, the lag issue on a phone or tablet is caused by insufficient processing power but in some cases reasons may be different. If you have ever used a Samsung Galaxy device, you must have noticed the delay in launching an app after tapping the corresponding icon.

Even a high-end smartphone with a very good processor can have lag issue. The LG G3 is one of the most awaited launches of the year and now it is available in the market too. Being the company’s flagship, the G3 features the best possible hardware specs but even gigs of processor and CPU does not guarantee flawless performance.

In the past we did a similar detailed guide on fixing lag on the LG G2, and if you have been experiencing lag on your LG G3, the method given below would help you reclaim lag-free performance on your new phone. The best part of the thing is, you can fix lag on LG G3 without root access.

Compatible LG G3 Models


The lag-fix issue given below has been tested and found working on the following variants of the LG G3:

  • International LG G2 D855

  • AT&T LG G3 D850

  • T-Mobile LG G3 D851

  • Sprint LG G3 LS980

  • Verizon G3 VS985


Fix Lag on LG G3 without Root



  1. Open the phone dialer on your LG G3.

  2. Now dial the following code, depending on your phone’s model to get into the LG hidden service menu:

    • Intl. LG G2 D855: 3845#*855#

    • AT&T LG G3 D850: 3845#*850#

    • T-Mobile LG G3 D851: 3845#*851#

    • Sprint LG G3 LS980: 5689#*990#

    • Verizon LG G3: dial ##228378 and tap send/call button (brings limited options only)



  3. When you see the service menu on your phone, scroll down to High Temperature Property OFF option.lg-g3-hidden-menu

  4. Select the option and turn it ON.

  5. Now get out of the menu and power off your phone.

  6. Wait for about 10 seconds and then power on the device.

  7. Wait till your phone boots up.

  8. Then open LG hidden system settings again by dialing the same code you used above.

  9. Scroll to Thermal Daemon Mitigation OFF option.

  10. Turn it ON.

  11. Now turn off your LG G3 and wait for about 30 seconds.

  12. Turn on the phone and wait till you see the lockscreen.

  13. Unlock your phone and wait for about 60 seconds.


Having played with the temperature settings in LG G3’s hidden menu, also try these to make your phone even faster:

  1. Open Settings> Developer options. If you have yet activated Developer options, read this guide.

  2. Tap Select runtime option and select Use ART. The device will reboot to apply new setting.lg-g3-on-ART

  3. When your phone boots up, go to Developer options again and check Disable HW overlays option. Please note that this option resets itself after each reboot. To make it stick persistently, you will have to edit build.prop. To do so use a root file manager app, open the build.prop file and change-
    debug.composition.type=c2d

    to
    debug.composition.type=gpu


  4. Save the changes and reboot your device.

  5. Next, do one more thing to boost the speed of your LG G3. Go to DRAWING settings under Developer options and change all animation scales to .5x instead of the default 1x.lg-g3-animation-scale



Done! You should now notice noticeable difference in your phone’s performance. Enjoy lag-free LG G3 and do not forget to share your feedback with us via comments below.

 

Source fromhttp://www.droidviews.com

How to Reset Binary Counter and Restore Galaxy S3 to Stock Firmware

 

Restore-Galaxy-S3-to-Stock
 

The Samsung Galaxy S3 still holds a trend in the market with its amazing hardware of  Super AMOLED 4.8 inches Gorilla Glass display, Exynos 4412 Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9 processor, Mali-400MP4 GPU, 8 MP HD camera and much more to note down. With all these the device has ruled the market in its time and still hasn’t left behind. We’ve wrote a bunch of posts for the Samsung Galaxy S3, which could be found here.

Our blog covers an expanded list of content, of which Guides hold a great importance, specially for those who are new. Everyday, smartphone users from over the world browse down to our guides helping them to root their device, perform a few Tips & Tricks and much more. All this helps you to go Custom, but most of this tends to break your device’s warranty. Suppose you’re willing to get your smartphone serviced at the Customer station, you need it clean, clean enough for them to know that the warranty was ever broken. Today we’re here on guiding you to Reset Binary Counter and Restore Galaxy S3 to stock firmware. So either if you’re have decided to visit the service center or you’ve been bored (a rare case) by your Custom ROM, you will need this guide to go completely stock on your Galaxy S3.

About the procedure, we’re first going to Reset the Binary Counter, then Install Stock Recovery, followed by flashing the stock firmware on the Galaxy S3.

Disclaimer


DroidViews or its community members shall not be held liable to any damage to your device. Perform every action on your own risk. This guide is meant only and only for the Galaxy S3 and its respective variants. Do not try this on any other device, or you might end up in a complete brick.

Prerequisites



  • Install Android SDK: Click here

  • Download and Install Samsung drivers: Click here

  • Enable USB Debugging: Click here

  • Backup your device completely. This includes storage, SMS, contacts etc.

  • Charge your S3 to at least 60% battery level to avoid any sudden shutdowns during the process.

  • Download and extract the Odin flashing tool: Odin_3.09.zip


Reset Binary Counter


The binary counter in a Samsung built device is a flip counter which turns up or increments a number after a non-official ROM is Installed. It could be easily spotted by the men at the service center, hence risking your warranty. The most prominent solution yet has been provided by TriangleAway, which is a well-known app by the leading developer Chainfire.

  1. Power off/switch off your Galaxy S3 completely.

  2. Press the Volume Down + Home + Power buttons altogether.

  3. You will be prompted with a Warning message, accept it by pressing the Volume Up key.

  4. The device will now reboot into Download Mode.

  5. Have a look at the text on top-left of the screen.

  6. Note down the CUSTOM BINARY DOWNLOAD count, it should be a digit more than 0.

  7. Reboot your Galaxy S3.

  8. Click the app download box below this procedure to download and Install the TriangleAway app.

  9. Run the App and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed.

  10. Current Status will show the exact count as noted earlier.

  11. Tap on Reset flash counter.

  12. In case it fails or shows an error, try again.



Install Recovery on Galaxy S3



  1. Download the Odin flash-able package of stock recovery for your corresponding model:


  2. Run the Odin program by double-clicking Odin3_3.09.exe.

  3. Make sure F.Reset Time and Auto Reboot are checked and everything else is unchecked.

  4. Power off the device and put it into download mode using step 1,2 & 3 of binary counter procedure.

  5. Connect the device to the PC via USB cable when it is in Download Mode.

  6. The ID:COM port on the top-left window will light up and show the corresponding port.

  7. If not, re install the drivers because they have not been installed correctly and make sure to reboot your device after that.

  8. Click on the PDA tab and select the stock recovery tar file corresponding to your variant.

  9. Once selected, click on Start to begin the process.


Within a few seconds, the process will finish and the device will reboot itself. You now have your device running on the official recovery.

Restore Galaxy S3 to Stock firmware



  1. Download the desired stock firmware file corresponding to your device:


  2. Run the Odin program, again.

  3. Make sure F.Reset Time and Auto Reboot are checked and everything else is unchecked.

  4. Power off the device and put it into download mode using step 1,2 & 3 of binary counter procedure.

  5. Connect the device to the PC using USB data cable.

  6. Click on the PDA tab and select the firmware tar file.

  7. Click on Start to begin the procedure. Since its a firmware file (~700MB), it will take a few minutes to complete.

  8. Once the procedure is complete the device will reboot itself into completely stock and official Samsung Galaxy S3.


That’s all! You now have Samsung Galaxy S3 completely restored to stock firmware with stock recovery and zero binary counter. Take it away to a Samsung Station or enjoy the stock experience, your choice. Tell us your views about this guide, was it helpful to you? Take some time out to comment, they are precious to us.

 

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How to Enable WiFi Tethering on Verizon LG G3 VS985

 

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Various types of gadgets have now given way to modern smartphones that are capable of immense possibilities. The ability to share mobile data connection with other WiFi-enabled devices like desktops, laptops, camera and smart TVs is one feature all smartphones possess. It is a really very convenient thing as most of own and use more than one such devices that use internet connection but having different data plans for all those device is certainly inconvenient.

While the WiFi tethering or hotspot feature is generally accessible to all phone users, some network providers (like Verizon, Sprint, etc.) put restrictions so that the users are not able to use it. They lock WiFi tethering and demand to subscribe to a separate data plan to unlock and get it working.

Android is known for the liberty it offers and restrictions on using a different SIM card or sharing a phone’s data via WiFi hotspot, is really very unfortunate. Thanks to the open source nature of Android that allows immense modification on devices with root access. By modifying system apps and codes, we can unlock features of our device.

In the past we did various tutorials on enabling WiFi tethering on different US variants of Android smartphones. Today, we have a new mod that lets you enable WiFi tethering on Verizon LG G3 VS985. The WiFi hotspot mod for the Vzw G3 has been made by M4gicM@ from XDA and demands a little effort to set it up on your phone.

Prerequisites:



Enable WiFi Tethering on Verizon LG G3


Now follow the steps given below to enable WiFi hotspot on youR Verizon LG G3.

  1. Copy the HotspotProvisionVsG3Mod.apk file to your LG G3.

  2. Now open Root Browser and tap the /storage/ and then /sdcard0/ or /external_SD/, depending on where you have copied the modded apk in Step 1. Navigate to the APK file, tap and hold it and select Copy option. Tap the home icon on the bottom bar, open /system/app folder and paste the modded Apk here.

  3. Now look for the following files:

    • HotspotProvision.apk

    • HotspotProvision.odex



  4. And rename them as shown below using Rename option.

    • HotspotProvision.apk.bak

    • HotspotProvision.odex.bak



  5. Having done that, tap and hold HotspotProvisionVsG3Mod.apk, select Rename and rename it to HotspotProvision.apkWiFi-Tethering-on-Verizon-LG-G3

  6. Now tap and hold the apk and select Permissions option.WiFi-Tethering-on-Verizon-LG-G3-1

  7. Set the file permission to rw-r–r– (0644) as shown below:WiFi-Tethering-on-Verizon-LG-G3-2

  8. Now exit Root Browser and reboot your phone.


When your Verizon LG G3 boots up, open the app drawer and launch Mobile Hotspot  app and set SSID and password for your mobile hotspot. You can now enjoy WiFi tethering on Verizon LG G3 VS985.

 

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Update Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 SM-T211 with Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware

 

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The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 was launched a year ago with Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean out of the box. Like most other Samsung Tabs, it was released in different variants. Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 sports a 7-inch display with 600 x 1024 pixels resolution, Marvell PXA869 chipset, Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU, 1 GB RAM, 3.15 MP main and 1.3 MP front camera, and Li-Ion 4000 mAh battery.

Since its release the Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 did not receive any major OS upgrade but finally Samsung has started rolling out the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the device. If you own the SM-T211 (3G+WiFi) model of the device and have not yet received the KitKat OTA update notification, it’s time to get the latest software update manually.

The users of the Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 SM-T211 in Italy have reported getting the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update lately. Today we have come with the stock KitKat firmware for Tab 3 7.0 SM-T211 with build version T211XXBNF5. In case you want to update your tab manually, you can get it without waiting. Since the available firmware is unbranded, it can be installed on any SM-T211 that is not locked to a network operator.

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Download Firmware


Italy: ITV-T211XXBNH2-20140904100319.zip

Philippines (Sun): XTC-T211XXBNH1-20140825104118.zip

Malaysia: XME-T211XXBNH1-20140825104118.zip

Vietnam: XXV-T211XXBNH1-20140825104118.zip

Indonesia: XSE-T211XXBNH1-20140825103909.zip

Singapore: XSP-T211XXBNH1-20140825104018.zip

Thailand: THL-T211XXBNH1-20140825104018.zip

India: INU-T211XXBNH1-20140828133530.zip

Preparations


If you have decided to get the latest version of Android on your Galaxy Tab 3 8.0, here are a few things that you need to do beforehand:

  • Download the firmware file and extract the zip.: ITV-T211XXBNF5-20140703170455.zip 

  • Also, download and install the latest Samsung USB Drivers on your computer. In case you have Kies installed, you can skip installing the drivers bout make sure Kies remains close while you use the procedure described below.

  • Also download Odin and extract the zip: Odin_v3.09.zip

  • Enable USB Debugging on your Galaxy Tab 3. Follow these instructions if you do not know how to do so.

  • Updating with Android 4.4.2 will not wipe your device but we would still recommend you to backup your apps and data.


Update Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 SM-T211 with Android 4.4.2


Now here’s is how you can install the stock Samsung firmware on your Galaxy Tab 3 7.0:

  1. Extract the firmware zip file to find the actual firmware with .tar.md5 extension.

  2. Open the Odin folder and launch the program.

  3. Now boot your Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 into the Download mode: turn it off and then press and hold the Volume Down + Home + Power buttons together for about 2-3 seconds. You’ll see a warning screen, just press the Volume Up key to enter Download mode.

  4. Connect your Tab to your computer using USB cable.

  5. The ID:COM port on Odin will turn blue when it your devices gets detected.

  6. Now click the AP button on Odin and select the firmware file with .tar.md5 extension.

  7. Make sure that only Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options are checked on Odin.

  8. Take a calm breath and click the Start button on Odin.

  9. Wait till the installation is done. It might take about a 2-4 minutes.

  10. Your device will reboot automatically.


When your Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 SM-T211 boots up, go to Settings> About device and check the Android version. It should show Android 4.4.2 KitKat. Enjoy!

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How to Restore Moto G 2014 to Stock and Lock the Bootloader

 

Restore-Moto-G-2014-to-Stock
 

Following the great success of the original Moto G, the best-seller for Motorola, the company has now released the 2nd generation of the phone. The Moto G is known for offering outstanding features and performance at incredible price and this factor is the greatest reason behind its success.

The new Moto G brings exciting improvements over its predecessor and sports a 5.0-inch (720 x 1280) HD display, 1GB RAM, 1.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 Quad-core processor, microSD slot, 8MP primary and 2MP secondary camera and 2070 mAh battery. The phone comes with the latest Android 4.4.4 out of the box.

The Moto G 2014 is already available and if you have already got hold of it, bookmark this tutorial for future reference. Today, we’ll give a detailed guide about how you can restore Moto G 2014 to stock firmware and lock its bootloader in case you have already unlocked it. Suppose you have a rooted Moto G and you have also installed a custom recovery, you might get into a situation at some point of time when you’ll have to flash the official firmware to recover your phone. By installing the stock firmware, you can unroot your device and return to stock recovery.

Disclaimer


The method described below has been tested. However, we do not hold any responsibility for a happy ending in all cases. Just follow the guide carefully and at your own risk.

Getting Prepared



  • Download the 2nd Gen. Moto G (XT1063 / XT1064 / XT1068 / XT1069) from the official site.

  • Download mini fastboot kit:  mfastboot-v2.zip  [mirror]

  • Download and install Motorola USB Drivers (alternate link) your computer.

  • Enable USB Debugging on your Moto G 2014: go to Settings> About and tab Build version 7 times to unlock Developer options. The go to Settings> Developer options and enable USB Debugging.

  • Backup your apps and data as flashing the firmware would wipe them all. Use these apps backup your data.

  • Last but not the least, charge your phone to ensure at least 70% battery.


Restore Moto G 2014 to Stock



  1. Download the firmware file and extract it to a folder.

  2. Extract mfastboot-v2.zip and copy its content to the same folder where the extracted firmware files exist.

  3. Reboot your Moto G into the Bootloader Mode. You can do it using either of the methods given below:

    • Turn off your phone and then press and hold the Volume Down + Power buttons simultaneously for a few seconds.

    • Connect your Moto G to computer using the USB cable. Open the firmware folder where you have copied the mfastboot files. Launch a command window, type the following command and press the Enter key:
      adb reboot-bootloader




  4. Now here is how to flash the stock firmware. Make sure the device is connected via USB cable and launch a command window from inside the firmware folder and type the following commands one by one:
    mfastboot.exe flash partition gpt.bin
    mfastboot.exe flash motoboot motoboot.img
    mfastboot.exe flash logo logo.bin
    mfastboot.exe flash boot boot.img
    mfastboot.exe flash recovery recovery.img
    mfastboot.exe flash system system.img_sparsechunk.0
    mfastboot.exe flash system system.img_sparsechunk.1
    mfastboot.exe flash system system.img_sparsechunk.2
    mfastboot.exe flash modem NON-HLOS.bin
    mfastboot.exe erase modemst1
    mfastboot.exe erase modemst2
    mfastboot.exe flash fsg fsg.mbn
    mfastboot.exe erase cache
    mfastboot.exe erase userdata


  5. If you also want to lock your phone’s bootloader, type the following command and hit the Enter key:
    mfastboot.exe oem lock


  6. Finally, reboot your device by typing:
    mfastboot.exe reboot


  7. You Moto G will reboot now but if it is unable to pass the boot screen, try this: turn off the device, go to Bootloader mode, launch command window wipe cacahe and userdata by issuing these commands:
    mfastboot.exe erase cache 
    mfastboot.exe erase userdata

    mfastboot.exe reboot



Wait till your phone boots up. Done! You have successfully restored your Moto G 2014 to stock!

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How to Disable OTA Update Notification on LG G3 without Root

 

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All smartphone manufacturers send new software updates to their devices via OTA (Over The Air) at intervals. The newer a device, the more frequently it gets software updates. These OTA updates sometimes bring new features and bug fixes, and sometimes they bring major OS upgrades.

Whatever devices we might own, we all love new updates. However, there might be situations when we try to avoid them, especially when the device is rooted. OTAs bring new goodies, but they also take away root access. There are some apps at the Google Play Store that let you keep root even after taking OTA updates but they do not work on all devices and require root access.

Some people freeze the stock software update client app using third-party apps but how would you feel if you are able to disable OTA on your device without root access. The bad thing about OTAs is that you get update notification persistently even after cancelling it. Sometimes, OEMs send new bootloader or some security patch that stops existing rooting and custom recovery methods from working.

Also See: How to Fix Lag on LG G3 without Root

Disable OTA Update on LG G3


If you own the LG G3 and have been getting OTA update notifications, there is an easy way to get rid of it through LG G3 hidden system settings. Just follow the instructions given below:

  1. Open your phone’s dialer and go to LG hidden system settings. You can do this by dialing the following code, depending on its model:

    • Intl. LG G2 D855: 3845#*855#

    • AT&T LG G3 D850: 3845#*850#

    • T-Mobile LG G3 D851: 3845#*851#

    • Sprint LG G3 LS980: 5689#*990#

    • Verizon LG G3: ##228378 + send



  2. Having entered the system menu, scroll to WLAN Test.

  3. Select OTA Setting option and turn it off by tapping the Disable button..


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Done! Now just reboot your phone. You have successfully disabled OTA update notification on your LG G3 without root access! Enjoy!

Note: the method described above is based on Autoprime’s tutorial on disabling software update notification on the LG G2. It has not been confirmed yet!

Update: Confirmed working!

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How to Install TWRP and Root Moto G 4G LTE

 

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After the huge success of the Moto series of Android smartphones by Google, the manufacturer decided to release the LTE enabled variant of the Moto G. The smartphone has ruled the market over time and turned out to be a strong opponent to others with its outstanding configuration in an affordable price. As its predecessor, the Moto G 4G LTE edition beholds the same hardware of Snapdragon 400 Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 processor, Adreno 305 GPU, a 4.5 inches IPS LCD Gorilla Glass display with KitKat OS running out-of-the-box.

People are here everyday, seeking methods to explore their newly bought or even old smartphones, so that they can perform better. This could be done by Rooting your device, so that you can alter the Android OS installed on your device and give it a little push. You may also require a working Custom Recovery for your Android, if you’re willing to Install a Custom ROM or a Kernel. For the devices by Google, its the most easiest and could be done within a few commands. All it requires is some basic knowledge of your PC’s Command Prompt window. Lets begin to Install TWRP Recovery and Root Moto G 4G LTE.

Disclaimer


Rooting breaks your device warranty. DroidViews or any of its members shall not be held responsible for any damage to your device. Perform everything at your own risk.

Get Everything Ready


Now, before you go ahead with the Instructions, its very important to fulfill some pre-requirements for the procedure. Get them done and move on!

  • Install Appropriate USB Drivers, download them here.

  • Install Android SDK: Click here

  • USB data cable

  • Enable USB debugging: Click here

  • Charge your Moto G above 60% battery level to avoid any uncertain shutdowns during the process

  • Backup everything, this includes your storage, SMS, contacts etc.


Install TWRP Recovery


Install a Custom Recovery is an essential part if you want to Install a Custom ROM on your Moto G. Even if you want to Root Moto G 4G LTE, you will require this installed.

  1. Download the TWRP recovery image file: twrp-2.7.1.0-peregrine-201407161845.img

  2. Open the location where the Recovery image has been downloaded. Inside that folder press SHIFT key and right-click on an empty space, a pop-up will appear. Select Open command window here.

  3. Connect the device to the PC via USB data cable.

  4. Type the following command in the CMD window to reboot your device into bootloader/fastboot mode:
    adb reboot fastboot


  5. Once you see your device in bootloader/fastboot mode, type the command to start the flashing process of TWRP recovery:
    fastboot flash recovery twrp-2.7.1.0-peregrine-201407161845.img


  6. The process will take just a few seconds to complete. After that enter the below command to reboot your device:
    fastboot reboot



You now have your TWRP recovery Installed on your newly bought Moto G 4G LTE Edition.

Instructions to Root Moto G 4G LTE



  1. Download Chainfire’s SuperSU root packageUPDATE-SuperSU-v2.01.zip

  2. Connect the device to the PC via USB data cable.

  3. Transfer the downloaded package to the device’s storage.

  4. Open a command prompt window and type in the following command to reboot your Moto G into TWRP recovery mode:
    adb reboot recovery


  5. Tap on Install, browse and select the UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.01.zip

  6. Now, swipe the button on the bottom to start the flashing procedure.

  7. It will take a few seconds, now tap on Reboot System


Congos! You have been successful to Install TWRP and Root Moto G 4G LTE. Tell us your view via comments, let us know how your rooted device is operating. Wait up, till we get back with some new Tips & Tricks for your device.

 

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How to Root Nvidia Shield Tablet with Towelroot

 

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Nvidia is a popular name among lovers of gaming. With its newly launched Nvidia Shield Tablet, the company has combined the goodness of Android with the pleasure of gaming. The Shield Tablet looks pretty much like any other Android tablet with immense gaming capabilities. The device features a 8″ IPS display with 1920×1200 resolution, 2GB RAM, Nvidia Tegra K1 processor, 5MP rear and front cameras, and runs on Android 4.4.2 KitKat.

The Android-based gamepad received many positive reviews from gamers worldwide. Since it runs on Android, the Nvidia Shield Tablet is open to custom modification, save the fact that you have root access on it. And the good news is that you can now gain root on your Shield Tablet and even install a custom recovery if you wish to. Thus, you can not only install root apps on your device but can also flash custom ROMs and mods to get the most out of your tablet.

Warning!


The procedure described below and been tested successfully and found working yet we do not endorse any responsibility for the same. If you still want to proceed, do so at your own liability.

Root Nvidia Shield Tablet



  1. Download Towelroot apk file and copy to your device. Go to official Towelroot site and click the Lambda icon to download it. If that Apk does not work for you, try this one.

  2. Go to Settings> Security on your device and enable Unknown sources option.

  3. Install tr.apk file on your device.

  4. open app drawer and tap make it ra1n button.

  5. If your Shield Tablet does not reboot, it’s fine but if it does, try the alternate version of Towelroot provided above.

  6. When your device is rooted, install Chainfire’s SuperSU app:


You are all set now and have rooted your Nvidia Shield Tablet.

Install CWM Recovery on Nvidia Shield Tablet


If you also want to install a custom recovery software on your device to create nandroid backup or flash custom mods and ROMs, here’s how you can easily flash CWM Recovery.

  1. Download the unofficial CWM build for your device: cwm-recovery-nvidia-shield-tab.img

  2. Copy this file to your device.

  3. Download Flashify app from the Google Play Store:

  4. Now open Flashify and flash the CWM recovery image file.


Done! You now have root access and ClockworkMod recovery installed on your Nvidia Shield Tablet. Enjoy!

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How to Unroot Android Devices ManuallyHow to Unroot Android Devices Manually

 

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The true charm of Android lies in its power of customization. While most other mobile platforms are closed to third-party modification of system files, Android is open to all kinds of custom development activities. Having rooted your Android device you can modify its default settings, codes and graphics to get faster performance, better battery life, and UI customization.

There is a large group of Android users who refrain from rooting their devices for fear of losing the warranty and putting it into risk in the procedure. Then there are others who find it hard to keep an unrooted device. Having once enjoyed the privileges of root access, one cannot live without it.

However, there are certain circumstances when you might consider unrooting your phone, especially if  you want to claim the warranty and, in some cases, to receive OTA updates. Whatever the case, if you want to unroot your Android device here is how you can do it.

The most popular method used for unrooting Android devices is flashing the stock firmware not because it’s easy, but because people are hardly aware of other easier methods. Restoring a device to stock is certainly not an easy task and if you do not have a custom recovery installed, you do not need to download bulky firmware packages and make a lot of preparations.

Unroot Android Devices Manually


Method 1: Using Root File Browser



  1. Download and install a root file manager app from the Play Store. We recommend Root Browser:

  2. Look for /system/ folder and open /bin/unroot-android-devices

  3. Now look for a file called su, press and hold it and select Delete option. If you do not find su file here, skip to the next step (I did not find this file on devices like LG G3 and HTC One M8 but it was present on NexuS 5.

  4. Then open /system/xbin/ folder and delete su file from here too.unroot-android-2

  5. Having deleted that file open /system/app/ folder, look for Superuser.apk and delete it.

  6. Now exit Root Browser and reboot your device.


Done! We just hope you found the above method easy but if that does not work for you, try something else from below.

Method 2: Unrooting Using Apps


There is another easier method for unrooting your Android phone or tablet. It works on device running Android 4.2.2 or older. Just download the Universal Unroot or Ginger Unroot app from the Google Play store and run the app:


Method 3: From within SuperSU App


If you have not installed a custom recovery on your device and want to unroot it easily, you can do it from within the SuperSU app settings itself.

  1. Just open SuperSU app on your device.

  2. Tap Settings tab.

  3. Scroll down to Full unroot option and tap it.unroot-android-supersu

  4. SuperSU will prompt you if you really want to continue with unrooting your device. Tap Continue.

  5. Now reboot your device and when it boots up, uninstall SuperSU app by selecting Uninstall option on the SuperSU app page on Google Play Store.


Your phone or tablet should now now be unrooted. Enjoy!

Method 4: By Installing OTA Update


If you are able to get software update notification from your device OEM while being rooted, just accept the OTA and install it. When the new software is installed, your device will lose root privilege. You can uninstall SuperSU/Superuser app after the software update is done.

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