needhelp20:
I need help on how to root my Samsung phone

elfakkawy:

More details OP, which Android version is your device running? what model is it?

elfakkawy:
OP, you still don't tell all the specifications. There are many variants of your device, So to make it easier for you and I, just goto MENU > SETTINGS > ABOUT PHONE take a screenshot of that window and attach it here.
Thanks

dake40:
How can I root my Samsung s4 (gt 19500). I have tried several methods to no avail. I tried Odin but no success

needhelp20:
ok

elfakkawy:

TRY THIS AND COMMENT IF IT WORKS FOR YOU OR NOT
Allow installation of apps from unknown sources on your Android device.
Settings > Security > Unknown Sources

Free download KingoRoot.apk on your Android.(https://root-apk.kingoapp.com/kingoroot-download.htm)I

Install and launch KingoRoot.

Press "One Click Root" on the main interface.
Wait a few seconds until the result appear.

Try a few more times for different rooting methods if failed.

If still failed, comment below.

Note: you must have an active data connection

dake40:


Million thanks.

It worked like charm.

At every restart, there appears "custom" with an unlocked key. How do I get rid of this?

elfakkawy:

Im glad it worked.
Can you please, attach a screenshot

casttlebarbz:
Pls y shld I root my phone ?

elfakkawy:


Preparation:
- Charge your Samsung SM-J110H Galaxy J1 Ace Duos battery to more than 80%.

- Copy any stored data on your phone's internal memory, In case you want to keep them.

- It is recommended to do Factory Reset before installing the Pre-Rooted firmware.

- Install the Samsung USB Driver on your PC (If it is not already installed).http://d-h.st/Fy9v

- Enable USB Debugging Mode in your phone settings.



hello Gigs,

i used odin to flash a phone (SM-t561), but it slatlk at the samsung logo during booting...
pls whats the way out.

Downloads:
- Odin3 Flasher. http://odindownloader.com/download/odin3-v3-11-2
- Samsung SM-J110H Pre-Rooted Firmware. https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24438995911973722

Samsung SM-J110H Rooting Steps:
- Extract the Samsung SM-J110H Pre-Rooted Firmware, You will get *.TAR.MD5 file.

- Run Odin3.exe flasher as administrator.

- Make sure that only Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time options are checked.

- Click on AP button and select the extracted *.tar.md5 file.

- Turn off your Galaxy J1 Ace Duos, And remove battery for 10 seconds.

- Put the battery back and put the phone into Download Mode.

- Connect the phone to your PC using the USB cable.

- Wait until Odin3 detects the COM port number of your connected phone.

- Click on Start button to install the Pre-Rooted firmware into the Galaxy J1 Ace Duos.

- Do nothing until Odin3 reboots your phone.

- Your phone will be rebooted automatically, So wait for it.

- When you see PASS! Word in green at Odin3 flasher, You can disconnect the phone.

- Congratulations, You have rooted your Samsung SM-J110H Galaxy J1 Ace Duos.

- Done, Now you have SuperSU app installed on your phone.

elfakkawy:


Preparation:
- Charge your Samsung SM-J110H Galaxy J1 Ace Duos battery to more than 80%.

- Copy any stored data on your phone's internal memory, In case you want to keep them.

- It is recommended to do Factory Reset before installing the Pre-Rooted firmware.

- Install the Samsung USB Driver on your PC (If it is not already installed).http://d-h.st/Fy9v

- Enable USB Debugging Mode in your phone settings.

Downloads:
- Odin3 Flasher. http://odindownloader.com/download/odin3-v3-11-2
- Samsung SM-J110H Pre-Rooted Firmware. https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24438995911973722

Samsung SM-J110H Rooting Steps:
- Extract the Samsung SM-J110H Pre-Rooted Firmware, You will get *.TAR.MD5 file.

- Run Odin3.exe flasher as administrator.

- Make sure that only Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time options are checked.

- Click on AP button and select the extracted *.tar.md5 file.

- Turn off your Galaxy J1 Ace Duos, And remove battery for 10 seconds.

- Put the battery back and put the phone into Download Mode.

- Connect the phone to your PC using the USB cable.

- Wait until Odin3 detects the COM port number of your connected phone.

- Click on Start button to install the Pre-Rooted firmware into the Galaxy J1 Ace Duos.

- Do nothing until Odin3 reboots your phone.

- Your phone will be rebooted automatically, So wait for it.

- When you see PASS! Word in green at Odin3 flasher, You can disconnect the phone.

- Congratulations, You have rooted your Samsung SM-J110H Galaxy J1 Ace Duos.

- Done, Now you have SuperSU app installed on your phone.

fasty:





hello Gigs,

i used odin to flash a samsung tab e phone (SM-t561), but it stalk at the samsung logo during booting...
pls whats the way out.

needhelp20:
I need help on how to root my Samsung phone

elfakkawy:

Op, it looks like you're new to Android. Anyhow this little explanation will show you, why you must root your phone.

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10. Unlock Hidden Features and Install "Incompatible" Apps

Sometimes, even Android isn't open enough to give you some of the features you want. Either an app is blocked by carriers, hacks into Android's system files, or otherwise isn't available. Luckily, rooting can help with that: you can install carrier-blocked apps, get features from the latest version of Android, make incompatible apps compatible, power up your hardware, get features like Beats Audio from other phones, or emulate exclusive features like those on the Moto X. Whatever you want, rooting gives you the power to do a lot more.

9. Automate Everything
You've probably heard of Tasker, the awesome app that automates just about anything on your phone. You don't need to root your phone to use it, but if you're rooted, it can do a whole lot more. Certain tasks, like toggling 3G, GPS, changing CPU speed, turning the screen on, and others require root access. So, if you want to get the full benefit of an app like Tasker, you'll definitely want to root your phone.

8. Boost Your Phone's Speed and Battery Life
You can do a lot of things to speed up your phone and boost its battery life without rooting, but with root—as always—you have even more power. For example, with an app like SetCPU you can overclock your phone for better performance, or underclock it for better battery life. You can also use an app like Greenify to automatically hibernate apps you aren't using—perfect for those apps that always want to run in the background when you're not looking.

7. Block Ads in Any App
Look, we of all people understand the need for occasional ads—it's how we make money. But ads can also get in the way and use up data. If you want to block ads in certain apps or on certain devices, rooting is by far the best way to do so. AdFree, AdBlock Plus, and Ad Away are all great options. Of course, if you aren't rooted, going into airplane mode works in a pinch too.

6. Back Up Your Phone for Seamless Transitions

When you move to a new Android device—or restore your device to stock for any reason—you can make your life a lot easier by backing up your apps and settings first. That way, you can get your entire setup back in just a few taps. If you aren't rooted, you can back up a few things like apps and data, but you won't necessarily be able to backup system apps and their data, or automate the entire process as well as Titanium Backup can.

5. Remove Preinstalled Crapware

Titanium Backup is good for more than just backups, too. It can also uninstall that annoying, battery-draining, space-wasting crapware that comes preinstalled on so many phones these days—and, sadly, this feature is root-only. Freeze them first to make sure your phone operates normally without them, then delete them completely to free up that space. You'll be glad you did.

4. Tweak the Dark Corners of Android

If you're the kind of person that likes to fiddle with every little feature—both on the surface and under the hood—rooting is for you. Whether you want to customize your keyboard layout with something like Keyboard Manager or give yourself faster scrolling, improved multitasking, and extra themes with love-vendor My ROM, rooting gives you the power to tweak just about any corner you can think of. If you want to do it, chances are someone over on a forum like XDA has created a mini-app or tweak that will help.

3. Flash a Custom Kernel

Some of Android's most under-the-hood tweaks require a custom kernel, which you can only flash with a rooted device. The kernel is responsible for helping your apps communicate with the hardware of your phone, which means a custom kernel can give you better performance, battery life, and even extra features like Wi-Fi tethering (on unsupported phones), faster battery charging, and lots more. You can flash kernels manually or simplify the process with something like Kernel Manager.

2. Flash a Custom ROM
Okay, so you probably already know about this one—but it's one of the best benefits of rooting. A custom ROM is basically a custom version of Android, and it truly changes how you use your phone. Some merely bring a stock version of Android to non-stock phones, or later versions of Android to phones that don't have it yet. Some add a few handy features, some add lots of really unique features, and some change your operating system from head to toe. No matter what phone you have—even if it's a Nexus—we highly recommend checking out the custom ROMs out there. You won't be disappointed.

1. Truly Own Your Device
In the end, all of this boils down to one thing: you own your device, and you should be able to do with it as you please. Certain manufacturers and carriers try to keep that from happening, but with root access, you truly own your device and open yourself up to all the possibilities other parties try to block. Sure, there's some risk involved, and we don't usually recommend rooting other people's phones, but in the end, you can't put a price on true openness and control.




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Ejadike:
but one can't update anymore

elfakkawy:


Preparation:
- Charge your Samsung SM-J110H Galaxy J1 Ace Duos battery to more than 80%.

- Copy any stored data on your phone's internal memory, In case you want to keep them.

- It is recommended to do Factory Reset before installing the Pre-Rooted firmware.

- Install the Samsung USB Driver on your PC (If it is not already installed).http://d-h.st/Fy9v

- Enable USB Debugging Mode in your phone settings.

Downloads:
- Odin3 Flasher. http://odindownloader.com/download/odin3-v3-11-2
- Samsung SM-J110H Pre-Rooted Firmware. https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24438995911973722

Samsung SM-J110H Rooting Steps:
- Extract the Samsung SM-J110H Pre-Rooted Firmware, You will get *.TAR.MD5 file.

- Run Odin3.exe flasher as administrator.

- Make sure that only Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time options are checked.

- Click on AP button and select the extracted *.tar.md5 file.

- Turn off your Galaxy J1 Ace Duos, And remove battery for 10 seconds.

- Put the battery back and put the phone into Download Mode.

- Connect the phone to your PC using the USB cable.

- Wait until Odin3 detects the COM port number of your connected phone.

- Click on Start button to install the Pre-Rooted firmware into the Galaxy J1 Ace Duos.

- Do nothing until Odin3 reboots your phone.

- Your phone will be rebooted automatically, So wait for it.

- When you see PASS! Word in green at Odin3 flasher, You can disconnect the phone.

- Congratulations, You have rooted your Samsung SM-J110H Galaxy J1 Ace Duos.

- Done, Now you have SuperSU app installed on your phone.