Root Your LG G3

LG G3 is one of the best high-end smartphones available in market. Rooting your device get you rid of all the permissions that the company or operator have applied. You can customize your phone to a greater degree and you can speed up it in various ways. Rooting can be very helpful if you run rooted apps on your device.

Disclaimer:
Rooting your device may void your warranty. Rooting is a crucial process and if anything goes wrong, you may brick your device. I will not be responsible for any kind of damage to your device.

Pre-requisites:

• Keep your phone charged, at least upto 60%. Your device must not power off during the process.
• You will need a USB cable.
• Take backup of all the important data.
• Check whether this procedure is compatible with your device or not. Refer this.

Procedure:

- Download this file.
- Make sure that your phone is in ADB mode.
- For Windows: Extract the downloaded file and click on 'purpledrake_windows'.  An application will open which will guide you through the procedure.

- For Linux (use terminal): Extract the file you downloaded
                    tar xvf ~/Downloads/PurpleDrake-Lite_VERSION.tar.gz
                    Mark the application as executable, and run it!
                    cd PurpleDrake-Lite
                    chmod +x purpledrake_linux.sh
                   ./purpledrake_linux.sh

- For OSX: Extract the file you downloaded
                Double-click on "purpledrake_osx"

 - Then you will need to install SuperSU from the market as it is not included in this package.

If you find this guide helpful, please leave a comment.

Increase Performance of Moto G With Omni ROM

Moto G, one of the best mid-range Android smartphones, gives a satisfying performance, no doubt. But, you can tinker a lot with it after rooting the device. One thing which must be done after rooting, is to install a custom ROM on your device for better performance and user experience.

Omni ROM is one of the best ROMs available for Moto G. Omni ROM is based on the Android Open Source Project with extra contributions from many people within the Android community. It is designed to increase performance, reliability and features over stock Android for your device. It's also about options, which is the beauty of Android.

Disclaimer :

Installing a custom ROM may void the warranty of your device. This process may damage your phone permanently. A detailed procedure about installing a custom ROM is given in this post. Please read the post carefully before implementing any changes. Also this ROM is only for Moto G (1st Generation) and do no try to install it on other devices. Neither I or the developer is responsible for any kind of damage to your device. If you are not familiar with these procedures, then try to get help from an experienced person. 

Pre-requisites :

• Take backup of all the important data such as contacts, SMS, MMS, APNs, EFS folder.
• Keep your phone charged, at least up-to 60% to complete the installation process without any interruption. Any interruption during installation might damage your device.
• Make sure that your phone is rooted and you are having custom recovery such as CWM installed on your device. For rooting guide, click here.
• Enable USB debugging mode. Go to Settings > Developer' Option.

Downloads :

 Omni ROM

Procedures:

• First, download the file given in the Downloads Section. Move it to phone's internal memory and don't extract it.
• Now, enter the Recovery mode. For this, switch off the phone, then press and hold Power +  Volume Up + Volume Down buttons simultaneously for some seconds.
• Now, wipe all the data.
• Now, select an option to install the zip and choose the zip file you have downloaded which contains Omni ROM. This process might take several minutes to complete.
• Reboot the device normally. First time booting will take a longer time. Keep patience.
• If you get stucked in the bootloops, try to wipe data and flash the rom again.
• After rebooting, if you are getting any force close errors, then wipe data and flash the rom again.
• Its done! Now enjoy a high performance on your Moto G.

If you find this guide helpful, please leave a comment.

How To Root Moto G

Motorola's Moto G is one of the best mid-range smartphones. Rooting your device get you rid of all the permissions that the company or operator have applied. You can customize your phone to a greater degree and you can speed up it in various ways. Rooting can be very helpful if you run rooted apps on your device.

Disclaimer:
Rooting your device may void your warranty. Rooting is a crucial process and if anything goes wrong, you may brick your device. I will not be responsible for any kind of damage to your device.

Pre-requisites:

• Keep your phone charged, at least upto 70%. Your device must not power off during the process.
• You will need a USB cable.
• Take backup of all the important data.

Procedure:

1. Now, you need to unlock the bootloader on your Moto G. It will wipe all the data on your device. So, it is recommended to take a backup. Unlocking bootaloader is very easy and will take 5 minutes. Visit this site to unlock bootloader.
2. Download Superboot (from here), a tool which roots the Moto G. Extract it.
3. Enable USB debugging  on your device. Go to Settings > Applications > Development > USB Debugging.
4. Now, enter your device into a bootloader mode. For this, power off the device and press and hold Power + Volume down button simultaneously.
5. Conned phone to PC via USB cable.
6. Do the following steps according to your OS.

• Windows- Double click 'superboot-windows.bat'
• MAC- Open a terminal window to the directory containing the files and type ' chmod +x superboot-mac.sh' followed by './superboot.mac.sh'
• Linux- Open a terminal window to the directory containing the files and type ' chmod +x superboot-linux.sh' followed by './superboot.linux.sh'

       7. When you are done, go to app drawer and check whether SuperSU is installed or not. If yes,  then you are done with rooting.

If your device is successfully rooted with this guide, please comment below.

Enjoy The Features Of Galaxy S5 In Galaxy S3

Samsung Galaxy S3, released almost 3 years ago with stunning features, but now those features are very common. Galaxy S5 is the current flagship of Samsung with a lot of new and fantastic features. This ROM is for those people who are now bored with Galaxy S3 and want to improve their phone and enjoy a lot of new features.
S5 Sensation ROM, is that ultimate ROM which will transform Galaxy S3 into Galaxy S5, so that the users can enjoy a lot of new features with smoother performance. This ROM is based on stock firmware of Android 4.4.2. It is deodexed, zipalign and knox free.

Features:

• S5 Experience
• S5 user interface
• S5 settings
• S5 touchwiz launcher
• My magazine
• S5 lockscreen with all effects
• S5 popping colour, light blinds, oil paint, etc effects
• S5 system UI
• S5 keyboard
• S5 browser
• S5 music player
• S5 gallery
• S5 multi window
• S5 toolbox
• S finder
• S5 studio
• S5 story album
• S5 optical reader
• S5 firewall
• S5 quick connect
• 4way reboot menu
• and many more

Screenshots :

Disclaimer :

Installing a custom ROM may void the warranty of your device. This process may damage your phone permanently. A detailed procedure about installing a custom ROM is given in this post. Please read the post carefully before implementing any changes. Also this ROM is only for Samsung Galaxy S3 GT-I9300 and do no try to install it on other devices. Neither I or the developer is responsible for any kind of damage to your device. If you are not familiar with these procedures, then try to get help from an experienced person.

Pre-requisites :

• Take backup of all the important data such as contacts, SMS, MMS, APNs, EFS folder.
• Keep your phone charged, at least up-to 60% to complete the installation process without any interruption. Any interruption during installation might damage your device.
• Make sure that your phone is rooted and you are having cusom recovery such as CWM installed on your device.
• Enable USB debugging mode. Go to Settings > Developer' Option.

Downloads :

S5 Sensation ROM V7 
Password (if asks) : Amir

Procedures:

• First, download both the files given in the Downloads Section. Move them to phone's internal memory and don't extract them.
• Now, enter the Recovery mode. For this, switch off the phone, then press and hold Power + Home + Volume Up button simultaneously for some seconds.
• After entering the Recovery Mode, take a nandroid backup of the device as it might be helpful if anything goes wrong during installation process.
• Now, wipe all the data.
• Now, select 'install zip from the folder' and choose the zip file you have downloaded which contains S5 Sensation ROM V7. This process might take several minutes to complete.
• Reboot the device normally. First time booting will take a longer time. Keep patience.
• If you get stucked in the bootloos, try to wipe data and flash the rom again.
• After rebooting, if you are getting any force close errors, then wipe data and flash the rom again.
• Now, experience a totally different and hybrid Samsung Galaxy S3 having the features of Note 3 and Galaxy S5.

 Please write us about your doubts and experience.

Hybridize your Galaxy Note 2 with the features of Note 3 and Galaxy S5

Recently, all the high-end smartphones are getting Android 4.4.2 updates. Samsung Galaxy Note 2, though a little bit late, but got Android 4.4.2 update. Some users who know about the custom roms might have already upgraded their phone to latest Android version. But this is one of the best custom rom I am talking about in this post.

Phantom ROM V6 is one of the best ROMs available for Note 2. This rom will upgrade your device to Android 4.4.2 as well as will install a lot of features to your device. This is a kind of hybrid rom which will install the features of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy S5 to your device. This rom will totally change your Android experience. This is very stable, have a stock theme & touchwiz launcher, but gives a sleek performance.

Features:

• Android 4.4.2
• performace tweaks
• battery tweaks
• RAM tweaks
• increased photo and video recording quality
• bloatable from aroma
• S5 system ui and toggles
• ultra power saving mode
• quad view windows
• smart stay
• smart pause
• smart scroll
• smart rotation
• aircommand
• toolbox with 5 apps
• note 3 apps and features
• s5 apps and features
• lockscreen effects
• and many more...

Disclaimer :

Installing a custom ROM may void the warranty of your device. This process may damage your phone permanently. A detailed procedure about installing a custom ROM is given in this post. Please read the post carefully before implementing any changes. Also this rom is only for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 GT-N7100 and do no try to install it on other devices. Neither I or the developer is responsible for any kind of damage to your device. If you are not familiar with these procedures, then try to get help from an experienced person.

Pre-requisites :

• Take backup of all the important data such as contacts, SMS, MMS, APNs, EFS folder.
• Keep your phone charged, at least up-to 60% to complete the installation process without any interruption. Any interruption during installation might damage your device.
• Make sure that your phone is rooted and you are having cusom recovery such as CWM installed on your device.
• Enable USB debugging mode. Go to Settings > Developer' Option/

Downloads:

1. Phantom ROM V6
2. Add-ons fladshable zip - This zip file contains 62 flashable addons which includes themes, wallpapers, apps, boot animation, etc.

Procedures:

• First, download both the files given in the Downloads Section. Move them to phone's internal memory and don't extract them.
• Now, enter the Recovery mode. For this, switch off the phone, then press and hold Power + Home + Volume Up button simultaneously for some seconds.
• After entering the Recovery Mode, take a nandroid backup of the device as it might be helpful if anything goes wrong during installation process.
• Now, wipe all the data.
• Now, select 'install zip from the folder' and choose the 1st zip file you have downloaded which contains Phantom ROM V6. This process might take several minutes to complete.
• Now, install another zip similarly.
• Reboot the device normally. First time booting will take a longer time. Keep patience.
• If you get stucked in the bootloos, try to wipe data and flash the rom again.
• After rebooting, if you are getting any force close errors, then wipe data and flash the rom again.
• Now, experience a totally different and hybrid Samsung Galaxy Note 2 having the features of Note 3 and Galaxy S5.

Please, let me know you comments and reviews.

Root Nexus 4 on Android 4.4.3 KTU84L KitKat OTA

All the Nexus users recently received the latest Android update of 4.4.3 Kitkat. This update has fixed many bugs and is loaded with a lot of new features, tweaks and enhancements for Nexus devices. Refer this page for detailed information about the update.

Many Nexus users have already installed this Android 4.4.3 KTU84L update on their phone. If you have not updated your phone to Android 4.4.3, refer this page for detailed procedure for updating your phone. Now, they will be able to root their phone with SuperSU and install the Clockwork Mod (CWM) or TWRP Recovery. A step-by-step procedure to root your device is given below.

Disclaimer :
The steps mentioned in this article are very risky and can damage your phone permanently. Also, rooting will void the warranty of your device. Please read the whole article before implementing any changes. We will not be responsible for any kind of damage to your phone. This procedure is for Nexus 4 E960 only. Don't try to implement on other devices. If you are not familiar with these procedures, then it is recommended that you should take help from an experienced person.

Pre-requisites :

1. Keep your phone charged, at least up-to 70%, so that the installation procedure will proceed without any interruption.
2. Take a backup of important stuff such as Contacts, SMS, MMS, APN lists, EFS folder, etc.
3. Install USB drivers for LG Nexus 4 E960 on the computer.
4. Enable USB Debugging Mode on your phone. For this, go to Settings> Developer Options.
5. Ensure that your phone;s bootloader and SIM are unlocked.
6. Download Android SDK and setup ADB and Fastboot on Windows.
7. Download Fastboot from the following links according to your OS, extract the contents to android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory. If directory doesn't exists, create a new one.

          Windows : Download
          Mac : Download
          Linux : Download

Procedure :

• Download SuperSU v1.99 for Nexus 4 on your computer.
• Connect and mount the Nexus 4 USB mass storage via USB cable on your computer.
• Copy the downloaded SuperSU root package to the root folder on your phone's internal memory.
• Switch off your phone.
• Download CWM or TWRP recovery package and save it to the android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory on your computer. You can use either recovery according to your convenience. Try using other, if one fails.
• Boot the Nexus 4 into bootloader mode by pressing and holding Volume Down and Power keys for a few seconds until some text pops up on the screen. This text confirms entry into the bootloader mode.
• Now, browse to android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory and launch the Command Prompt. For this, hold shift + right click and select Open Command Prompt.
• Type the following command and press Enter.

          flashboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-touch-6.0.4.7-mako.img

• After executing this command, choose Recovery from the Fastboot Menu to enter the Recovery Mode.
• In Recovery mode, navigate to 'flash zip from sdcard' option and hit the Power button to select it. Further, select 'choose zip from sdcard'.
• Now use volume keys to navigate to UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.99.zip file and select it by pressing Power key. Confirm the root installation on next screen and let the installation proceed.
• Once the installation is done, reboot your device normally. The phone will restart. This might take several minutes.
• Your Nexus 4 is rooted now on official Android 4.4.3 KitKat firmware. Check the SuperSU app in your app drawer to verify that the root installation is successful.

Update Nexus 4 to Android 4.4.3 Ofiicialy

After a lot of rumours, Google has started launching the Android 4.4.3 Kitkat updates for Nexus devices this week. This update has fixed many bugs as well as it is fully loaded with new features, tweaks and other enhancements. Here, detailed procedure for installing this update manually is given.

Features :For detailed information about features and changelog, refer this page.

Disclaimer :
The steps mentioned in this article are very risky and can damage your phone permanently. It is requested that you should read the whole article before implementing any changes. Neither we nor the developer will be responsible for any kind of damage to your phone. Also, this firmware is for Nexus 4 device only. Don't try to install it on other devices. If you are not familiar with the procedure mentioned below, then try to get help from an experienced person.

Pre-requisites:

1. Keep your phone charged, at least up-to 70%, so that the installation procedure will not interrupt.
2. It is necessary to take a backup of the important stuff such as Contacts, SMS, MMS, APN lists, EFS folder, etc.
3. Install the USB drivers for LG Nexus 4 E960 on your computer
4. Enable USB Debugging mode from Settings> Developer Option
5. Ensure that the Android SDK is installed on your computer. If not, the set up it from here.
6. Make sure that your Nexus 4 is running on Android 4.4.2 KOT49H firmware before your proceed or the installation will fail. To check it, go to Settings> About Phone.

Downloads :
Android 4.4.3 KTU84L KitKat OTA update for Nexus 4
Download the file mentioned above, but don't extract it.

Procedure :

• Copy the OTA firmware zip file you have download in Downloads section to the Android SDK directory.
• Launch the command window from platform tools folder. To do so, right click on the empty space in the folder while holding the Shift key. This will launch the Command Prompt.
• Now connect your Nexus 4 to the computer and type the following command and hit the Enter.

          adb reboot bootloader

• Now, your Nexus 4 will reboot in Bootloader Mode.
• Select the Recovery mode option. Use Volume Up/Down keys to navigate and Power button to select.
• Wait until the Android icon with red exclamation mark appears on the screen. Then, press and hold Power button while simultaneously tapping the Volume Up key.
• This will enter the device to the Recovery Mode.
• Use Volume Down key to highlight 'apply update from ADB' option and then hit the Power button to select it.
• Now, launch the command terminal again and then type the following commands followed by name of OTA package which you have downloaded. The OTA package you have downloaded is 'signed-occam-KTU84L-from-KOT49H.61a9ce8d.zip'. So you have to type the command :

          adb.exe sideload signed-occam-KTU84L-from-KOT49H.61a9ce8d.zip

• If you are using a Mac or Linux computer, enter the following command :

          ./adb-mac sideload signed-occam-KTU84L-from-KOT49H.61a9ce8d.zip
          ./adb sideload signed-occam-KTU84L-from-KOT49H.61a9ce8d.zip

• Now the OTA update will start installing on your Nexus 4.
• Once the installation completes, Reboot your device normally.
• First booting might take several time. Wait until the homescreen appears. Then go to Settings> About Phone and check the firmware version installed.
• Now, enjoy your phone with the latest Android 4.4.3 and don't forget to subscribe us.

Paranoid Android For Samsung Galaxy S Plus

Samsung Galaxy S Plus, a variant of Galaxy S was launched approximately two years ago. This phone had a great success in the market. Nowadays also, a lot of users are using this model. As we know that the Android OS is upgraded periodically. So, due to outdated hardware specs, companay didn't released latest updates for this phone.

But, you can install the latest updates on this model by using custom ROMs. Paranoid Android is one of the best ROMs available for Galaxy S Plus. This ROM will provide you the latest version of Android 4.4 kitkat with some additional apps and feature. This ROM also provides you some great customizations which will be very helpful to users. Also, this will change the theme and interface of your device which is very attractive and simple to use and this will make you happy if are bored of the old interface of the phone.

This ROM is based on AOSP (Android Open Source Project). It is having some great features like Hover which displays notifications on the screen, Pie, additional lockscreens, additional tiles in status bar, tweaks so increase the performance as well as battery backup and many more.

Disclaimar :
The steps involved in this article are risky and can permanently damage your phone. Neither I nor the developer will be responsible for any kind of problem to your phone. Please read the article carefully before implementing any changes. Also, flashing the custom ROMs will void your phone's warranty. This ROM is for Samsung Galaxy S Plus with model number GT-I9001 only. Don't try to flash it on other models.

Screenshots:

Pre-Requisites :

1. Keep your phone charged, at least upto 60% so that the installation process will proceed interrupted.
2. It is very important to take the backup of necessary things such as Contacts, SMS MMS, APN lists, EFS folder, etc. to an external memory card. You can use any backup and restore software available on playstore.
3. Make sure that your phone is rooted. Don't try to flash this ROM on stock recovery. Install this ROM by using CWM or TWRP recovery. (How to root?)

Downloads :

• Paranoid Android ROM
• Gapps (Download for Android 4.4.2)

Procedure :

• First of all, download both the files given in the Downloads section. Dnn't extract them. Move them to the internal SD of your phone.
• Reboot into Recovery Mode of your phone. For this, switch of the phone. Then, press and hole the power + home + volume up buttons simultaneously.
• It is recommended that you should take a NANDROID Backup which might be useful to you if anything goes wrong.
• Now, wipe data, cache and dalvik cache.
• Click on  'install zip from sdcard' and select the file you have downloaded from 'Paranoid Android ROM' link. This will flash the ROM and might take several minutes.
•  Now, Recovery Menu will appear again.
• Again select 'install zip from sdcard' and this time, select the file you have downloaded under the title 'Gapps'. This will install google apps and might take several minutes.
• Now, again the Recovery Mode will appear. Reboot your phone normally.
• If you get stucked in bootloop, factory reset the phone or try to flast the ROM again.
• After rebooting the phone, if you come across force close errors, make factory reset. If the problem continues, try to flash the ROM again.
• It's done! Enjoy with the Paranoid Android and don't forget to hit the +1.

 If you are having any problem, then let us know.

Turn Your Samsung Galaxy Grand Quattro To Galaxy S5

After the great success of Samsung Galaxy Grand, Samsung released a new version of this model, Grand Quattro. This smartphone also became popular among the users. Android has an advantage that we can make changes into the OS and can flash the custom ROM. Flashing the custom ROMs results in changing the theme, performance, battery life, installing new apps and features, etc. Many such custom ROMs are available for almost all the android devices.

TransWIN Custom ROM is a ROM which is designed for Galaxy Grand Quattro - GT-I8552. This ROM will change the theme of the device and introduce some galaxy S5 stuff to the device. It is based on Android JB 4.1.2 firmware and will increase the performance, battery life of the device.

Features :

• Pre-rooted SuperSU v-1.65
• Deodexed
• Debloated
• Signal Tweaks
• 3G tweaks
• Battery twekas
• GUI tweaks
• Smooth Scrolling
• ADB Notification Icon Disabled
• Better Call Voice Quality
• Dalvik Tweaks
• Media Tweaks
• Camera Tweaks
• Wireless Speed Increase Tweak
• Better video streaming
• Better internet speed
• init.d Support
• TeslaLED included for Flashlight
• Semi Trident Transparent Status Bar
• White icons in status bar
• Transparent accuweather
• S5 Bootanimation
• S5 icons
• S5 style statusbar pulldown
• White S5 battery icon
• White settings
• Non-Transparent ROM
• White MMS
• Redesigned Phone, Contacts, Calculator, etc.

Screenshots :

Declaimer :
The steps mentioned in this article are risky and can damage your device permanently. Please don't proceed if you don't have any idea about these procedures. It is requested that you should read the whole article before implementing any changes.Neither we nor the developer is responsible for any kind of damage to your phone. This ROM is for the model Samsung Galaxy Grand Quattro GT-I8552 only. Don't try to install it on other devices.

Pre-requisites :

• Keep your phone's battery charged, minimum up-to 60%, so that the installing process will proceed without any interruption.
• Is is recommended that the backup of all the important data, SMS, Contacts, MMS, APN lists, EFS folder, etc should be taken. You can use any backup app available on the playstore.
• Don't try to install the ROM with Stock Recovery. Install any custom recovery such as CWM or TWRP to flash the ROM.

Downloads :

TransWin ROM V3.zip

Procedure :

1. First, check that your phone is rooted and you are having a custom recovery such as CWM or TWRP.
2. Download the file TransWin_ROM_v3.zip given in the Downloads section and move it your device. Don't extract the .zip file.
3. Now, enter to the recovery mode on the device. For this, switch off the phone, press and hold the home + power + volume up button simultaneously.
4. It is recommended that you should take a NANDROID backup which might be useful in future if anything goes wrong while installation process.
5. In recovery mode, click on 'wipe data/ factory reset'. Also wipe Dalvik Cache.
6. Now, to flash the ROM, select 'install zip from sdcard' and then select file which you have downloaded and moved to your phone. This will take several minutes.
7. After installation, you will see the recovery menu again. Now, reboot the device normally. It will take some time for the first boot.
8. If you get stuck in bootloops, then again do factory reset proceeded by flashing of the ROM again.
9. After restart, if you are having any force close errors, the wipe data. If the problem continuous, try to flash the ROM again.
10. It's Done! Now enjoy with your newly themed and modded Samsung Galaxy Grand Quattro.

Tip :
If you don't like the ROM or you are not comfortable with the ROM, then you can go back to the previous version of ROM very easily. For this, enter to the recovery mode and select backup & restore option followed by restore option and choose the latest backup you are having.

Please give reviews about the ROM and fell free to ask any queries.
For more info about the ROM, refer this page on XDA.
 

Universal Android Toolkit - Root, Reocvery and Drivers

Almost 80% of the smartphones all over the world are powered by Android operating system. Most of the android users root their smartphones. By rooting, you can access all the files, flash custom ROMs, make changes in system files, etc. For the developers, Android operating system is an ocean of opportunities. Thus, rooting the device is very important for any developer.

SkipSoft brings you a universal software, Universal Android Toolkit, which can be used for all the operations like rooting, taking backups, recovery, installing the drivers, fixing the permissions, etc. This software can be used for most of the Nexus and Samsung devices.

Features :

• Backup/Restore a single package or all the apps, user data and internal storage
• Install correct adb/fastboot drivers automatically on the Windows XP/Vista/7/8 - 32bit/64bit
• Backup your data from selectable folders from the internal and external storage to your PC
• Unlock/Re-lock the Bootloader
• Various root options using insecure boot image or custom recovery
• 1-Click For ALL, to unlock, root, rename the restore files and install the busybox for Nexus models
• ALLINONE to flash custom recovery, root, rename the restore files and install busybox for Samsung models
• Dumb selected phone partitions, compress to a .zop file with md5 and save to your PC
• Fix 'Superuser/SuperSU has stopped' message after rooting
• Perform full NANDROID backup of the system via adb and save in Custom Recovery format on your PC which can be restored with the help of CWM Recovery
• Install Busybox on your device
• Install Samsung Knox notification disabler on your device
• Install Root Checker on your device
• Download Stock Firmware Image for extracting and flashing
• Extras, tips and tricks section with downloadable device user guide
• Mods section to automatically perform certain tasks on your phone
• Install single apk or umtiple apks to your device
• Flast custom recovery or stock firmware image to the device
• Boot into CWM, TWRP or Stock recovery without flashing it (for Nexus Devices)
• Push files form PC to the device
• Pull files to PC from the device
• Set file's permissions on your device
• Open new command prompt for manual input
• Dump BugReport to your PC
• Dump selected LogCat buffers to your PC
• Display important information about your device
• And many more features

Supported Devices :

1) Samsung Devices :

• Samsung Galaxy S3
• Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
• Samsung Galaxy S4
• Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini
• Samsung Galaxy S5
• Samsung Galaxy Note 2
• Samsung Galaxy Note 3
• Samsung Galaxy Camera
• Samsung Galaxy Gear

 2) Nexus Devices :

•  Samsung Galaxy Nexus
• LG Nexus 4
• LG Nexus 5
• Samsung Nexus 10
• Asus Google Nexus 7

 

Download :
Get the Universal Android Toolkit from here.

Let me know about any queries or feedback about the software.

How To Root Samsung Galaxy Grand 2

After the great success of Samsung Galaxy Grand last year, Samsung launched a new smartphone, Galaxy Grand 2, a successor of Galaxy Grand. This phone is having a great success just like Galaxy Grand. Well, it will take a lot of time to launch an Android KitKat update for this phone. But, you can install update manually by flashing custom ROMs. So, many users were asking about rooting this phone.

In this post, I will be discussing about the detailed procedure for rooting this Samsung Galaxy Grand 2. By rooting, you can install updates and make changes to your phone by flashing custom ROMs. By rooting, you can access all the files. Means you can delete unnecessary files and bloatwares. Also, some apps on the playstore needs root access.
Thus, rooting will be very helpful to you and especially for developers it is really necessary.

Disclaimer -
The steps mentioned in this article are risky and can permanently damage your phone. Also, rooting your phone will void the warranty. So, it is requested that you should not follow this article, if you are not aware of these procedures. Please read the article completely before implementing any changes. We will not be responsible for any kind of damage to your phone. This procedure is for Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 with model number SM-G7102 only. Don't try to apply it for other models.

Pre-requisites -

• Keep your phone's battery charged, minimum up-to 60%, so that the installation will proceed without any interruption.
• Take backup of important data such as Contacts, MMS, SMS, APN lists, EFS folder, etc. to the external memory card. You can use backup softwares available on playstore.

Download -

1. Odin 3.07
2. CF Root

Procedure -

1. First, download the file CF Root and extract the downloaded file on your PC.
2. Download the software Odin v3.07 to your computer and install it.
3. Then, enter the downloading mode on your phone. Press and hold home + power + volume down button simultaneously to enter the download mode. You will se Downloading message on your screen.
4. Now, open Odin and connect your device to the computer via USB cable. You will see Added! message in the Odin interface. Also, one of the ID:COM section turns blue. If your device is not added, then check that you have installed the necessary USB drivers of the phone on the corresponding system.
5. Then, add the file CF root.zip at the place of PDA.
6. Make sure that Auto reboot and F.Reset Time buttons are checked. Don't check any other button in the interface.
7. Now, click the Start button. You will see the processing in the message box. It might take 2-3 minutes or more to complete the processing.
8. After completion, your phone will be rebooted automatically showing pass message in the message box.
9. If your phone get failed message while rooting, then disconnect the phone, remove battery, reinsert it, go to download mode and try the above procedure again.

It's done! Your Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 is rooted. Now, you can access all the files and make changes to them. Also you are able to flash the custom ROMs.
If you have any queries, then ask here without any hesitation.

Make your Grand Quattro Look Like Xperia Z

Bored of using the touchwiz interface of your Grand Quattro? Try eXperience ROM.
This is a custom ROM, which will add some features of Xperia Z into your phone.

ROM features :

Deodexed
Zipligned
PRE rooted
latest SU binary
Smooth Scrolling
Camera Tweaks
3G Tweaks
Debloated
Added Lib Audio Files
Fast Like the Light
Zram Script
Battery Tweaks
GUI Tweaks
Better Signal Tweaks
Better Call Voice Quality
Dalvik Tweaks
Media Tweaks
Ram Tweaks
GPU tweaks
CPU tweaks
Wireless Speed Increase Tweak
Better Internet Speed Tweak
Better Video Streaming
Removed sim icon in status bar (NEW!!)
kitkat themed status bar icons (NEW!!)
init.d support
Ads blocked (NEW!!)
busybox instaled
removed all samsung apps

Xperia Features :
XPERIA Z1 stock launcher with all widgets
XPERIA Z1 calculator
XPERIA Z1 Calender
XPERIA Z1 boot animation
XPERIA Z1 Social Life app
XPERIA Z1 KEYBOARD
XPERIA Z1 white settings
XPERIA Z1 white moded phone app
XPERIA Z1 torch app
XPERIA Z2 ringtones and and alarms and full ui
XPERIA Z1 stock file manger (file commander)
XPERIA Z1 live wallpapers
XPERIA Z recorder
XPERIA Z1 White notes app
XPERIA Z1 converter

XPERIA Z2 live wallpaper (heavy)
XPERIA Z1 Sound Picker
XPERIA Z1 Stock Wallpapers (set in launcher)
XPERIA Z1 White package installer
XPERIA Z1 Smart Connect app
XPERIA Z1 Location based WIFI (with shortcuts of launcher)
Bravia Engine 3 and X Relity
XLOUD and CLEAR PHASE Added (activited by default)
Sony Sketch Font (as a default)

Apps :
CM stock gallery (instead of album)
tocher pro
Xposed installer
Facebook v8

Screenshots:

How to install : 
(First, root your device.)
1. Put "eXperience ROM V2.zip" file in your phone memory. (Download it from here)
2. Go in Recovery mode ie. CWM Recovery (volume up + home + power button all together)
3. Wipe Data/Factory Reset.(Important)
4. Wipe Cache Partition.(Important)
5. Wipe Dalvik Cache.
6. Install zip from sdcard and choose "eXperience ROM V2.zip".
7. Wait till it finish flashing.
8. Wipe Cache Partition Again.
9. Reboot ..Enjoy
10. If your device is stucked in boot loop, then try to reinstall the firmware.
11. If you are getting any force close errors, boot the device again in the recovery mode and clear the cache and wipe the data to reboot the device in the normal mode. If problem continues, try to reinstall the firmware.
12. Give it +1 and join the community.

NOTE :
We are not responsible for any kind of software breakdown of your device.
Do let us know in the comments section just in case if you face any issues.

Uptade Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 with Android 4.4.2 Firmware Manually

The latest Android version 4.4.2 Kitkat is now available for Samsung Galaxy Ace2 unofficially. Samsung will not be providing official Android 4.4.2 for this handset. All thanks goes to Cyanogen Mod team. I personally recommend to install this firmware, as Android 44.2 is far better than other old firmwares in terms of features and capabilities.

Let's see how to install this Android to your handset.
1) First of all, take backup of your necessary apps, contacts, SMS, etc. You can use any backup and restore software provided on Play Store.

2) Go to the path “Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging” in your Samsung Galaxy ACE 2 so as to enable the USB Debugging Mode. Your phone should be charged at least 60%.

3) Since this is the custom ROM firmware, you need to make sure that your phone is rooted. Download “Root Checker” app. Just in case if your device is not rooted, you need to mandatory root the device. (How to root?) You also need to make sure that you are not taking the backup with the help of ROM Manager app.

4) Download Cyanogen Mod 11 Firmware Package and Google Apps Package from these links to your computer. Once downloaded, you need to place the same in your device.

5) Turn of you device and go to Recovery Mode by pressing and holding Home + Power + Volume Up buttons. If your Galaxy ACE 2 enters in the Normal mode, then you need to re try the process of entering the device in the Recovery Mode. You can also enter the device in the recovery mode with the help of ROM Manager app.

6) In recovery mode, select 'clear data' , 'wipe cache' and 'clear dalvic cache'.

7) Once the data is cleared, select the option of “install zip from sd card” and then select the firmware zip file which you have copied in the device and then followed by the Google Apps Package. It will take around 4 -5 minutes to apply both the zip files in your device.

8) When it is done, reboot your device in normal mode. Note that it will take some time for first boot (might take around 10 minutes also).

9) If your device is tucked in boot loop, then try to reinstall the firmware.

10) If you are getting any force close errors, boot the device again in the recovery mode and clear the cache and wipe the data to reboot the device in the normal mode. If problem continues, try to reinstall the firmware.

11) Go to the path “Settings > About Phone” to know the firmware version details which will be mentioned as KITKAT 4.4.2.


 Do let us know in the comments section just in case if you face any issues. Alternatively, we will also be coming out with the custom ROM firmwares which will make sure that you can make the most of it.

Update Galaxy S3 with Latest 4.4 Kitkat

Most of the Samsung Galaxy S3 users are unhappy as Samsung said that they will not be releasing an update of latest Android 4.4 for S3 due to its 1 GB RAM. Android 4.4 Kitkat is far better than its previous version as compared to speed, smooth working and less bugs. So, it is really a sad news for all the S3 users that they will not be getting this update officially.

But, you can get unofficial update of Android 4.4 for your handset very easily. Many Android techies have made Custom ROMs based on Cyanogen Mode which are based on the latest Android 4.4 firmware. By installing this updates to your handset, you will be able to enjoy Android 4.4 as well as many custom features included in the the ROMs.

These customs ROMs are always better than stock firmwares. Though there are chances of crashing, but they are less and are avoidable. Just proper care should be taken while installing the ROM or get it installed from a person who already knows about it.

These ROMs contains not only latest firmware and apps but they are totally different in looks and processing. If you are bored of using the same Android interface, then you should switch to these custom ROMs. They also contains some extra productivity apps which might be useful to you.

Some of the popular customs ROMs for Galaxy S3 having Android 4.4 -
1) Liquid Smooth
2) Resurrection Remix
3) Archi Port
4) crDroid
5) Fusion SP

• For installing these ROMs you must have to root your phone first. (What is rooting?)

• After rooting, you will have to download the update file of the custom ROM you wish to install. For this, you can search on Google or on XDA FORUM.
• Just follow the instruction given there and install the ROM or just tell it to a buddy who know how to install it.

 These custom ROMs are available for all the Android devices. For more information, contact us on Google+.

(IMPORTANT) Backup/Restore EFS and IMEI from your Android.

Android is the deadliest platform if you are the one for all those who use custom ROMs and root their smartphones. So for all those who have recently complained about losing their IMEI numbers can make use of this tutorial to backup or restore the IMEI / EFS files in their android smart phones. While there are tons of articles which are there in the Internet world which promises you to restore the IMEI, Serial numbers etc., but if you are unable to restore the IMEI with this app then it’s most likely that you will be able to restore the device with the help of Z3S toolbox which is there with most of the advanced mobile phone repair shop.

EFS partition is one of the highly sensitive area in Android, especially in the Samsung smartphones. EFS comes with the sensitive information like IMEI, WIFI MAC Address, Baseband, Product code, System ID, NV Data, version etc. So if you flash the firmware in an improper way, then it’s highly possible that your IMEI or serial number will be messed up. So if your device loses IMEI or serial number then your device won’t be able to latch with the network. So below list of device are the ones of whose you can backup / restore the EFS folder.

Supported Devices:

• Galaxy S3 GT-I9300
• Galaxy S3 LTE GT-I9305
• Galaxy S4 LTE GT-I9505
• Galaxy S4 GT-I9500
• Galaxy Note 2 GT-N7100
• Galaxy Note 2 LTE GT-N7105
• Galaxy Note 3 SM-N900
• Galaxy Note 3 LTE SM-N9005
• AT&T Galaxy S5 SM-G900A
• Galaxy S5 LTE SM-G900F
• Galaxy S5 (Exynos) SM-G900H
• T-Mobile Galaxy S5 SM-G900T
• Galaxy S5 SM-G900I
• Sprint Galaxy S5 SM-G900P
• Canadian Galaxy S5 SM-G900W8
• Sprint Galaxy S3 SPH-L710

Procedure :
1) Download application Samsung Tool. (Link)
2) Open it and follow the instructions given on the screen.
3) Store the backup in a safe place so that same can be used when required.

Do let us know in the comments section just in case if you face any issues about EFS backup/ resotre.

Manual Update Galaxy Note 3 N900 with Official XXUDNC4 Kitkat 4.4.2 Firmware – Guide

Samsung released the most needed Kitkat firmware for Galaxy note 3 users without furthur delays. This new OS comes with lot of features along with the stability and some fixes needed in Jellybean.
Check out the detailed guide to update your Samsung Galaxy Note 3 to this new firmware.

Note: Applying this update won’t root the device in any manner as this is the official firmware released by Samsung.

Quick Pre Requisites:

• Though, all your data might just be safe. It’s always recommended for you to back up the data so that just in case if the data gets lost or corrupted, the same can be restored manually with the help of below mentioned steps.

SMS – Use “SMS Backup & Restore app”,
Contacts – Sync with the Gmail application,
Call Log - Call Log and Restore
Images, Songs, Videos, Files – Copy to internal / External SD Card,
APN and MMS Settings – Note down from the path “Applications > Settings > Wireless and Network > Mobile Networks > Access Point Names”

• Head over to the path “Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging” in your Samsung Galaxy Note 3 so as to enable the USB Debugging Mode. Make sure that your device is left with the minimum of 50% of battery life or else the device may get turned off in the middle of firmware update.

Disclaimer: We should not be held responsible in any manner for any damage happened to your Galaxy Note 3 due to not following the instructions mentioned in the article.
Let’s head over to the next step where we have mentioned the detailed guide which will help you upgrade the device firmware with the latest firmware.
Procedure to Manual Update Galaxy Note 3 N900 with XXUDNC4 Kitkat 4.4.2 Firmware:

• Download KitKat 4.4.2 XXUDNC4 Android Firmware Package and Odin from here to your computer. Once downloaded, open Odin in your computer and turn Off your device so that it can be entered in the Download Mode.

• Press and hold Home + Power + Volume down buttons to enter the device in the Download Mode. If your Galaxy Note 3 enters in the Normal mode, then you need to re try the process of entering the device in the Download Mode.

• Click on “AP” tab in the Odin to select the tar file which you got after extracting the firmware package to click on “Start” in Odin.

• Once you click on “Start”, you will now need to wait for the whole process of firmware gets finished. The whole process of firmware update will take around 3 -4 minutes and once done, the phone will be rebooted automatically.

Note: If at all your Galaxy Note 3 smartphone gets in the boot loop mode, then you need to turn off the device and then reapply the update from the start. To turn off you can reinsert the battery or say you can long press the power button.

How to Root Galaxy S3 GT I9300 on XXUGNB6 Firmware

Samsung Galaxy S3 GT I9300 Android smartphone users who have updated their device on the latest Jellybean 4.3 Android firmware XXUGNB6 can now root the device. Once rooted, users can then install many new custom ROMs which are based on the KITKAT 4.4.2 Android firmware and also can install the apps which need root access. So after checking out on what are the quick list of pre requisites below, we will head over to the detailed guide which will help you root the device.

Quick Pre Requisites:

• It’s highly recommended to back up all the data present in your device so as to make sure that just in case if data gets erased, the same can be restored easily. Don’t use KIES to back up the data.

SMS – Use “SMS Backup & Restore app”,
Contacts – Sync with the Gmail application,
Call Log - Call Log and Restore
Images, Songs, Videos, Files – Copy to internal / External SD Card,
APN and MMS Settings – Note down from the path “Applications > Settings > Wireless and Network > Mobile Networks > Access Point Names”

• Head over to the path “Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging” in your Samsung Galaxy S3 I9300 so as to enable the USB Debugging Mode.

Disclaimer: We should not be held responsible in any manner for any damage happened to your Galaxy S3 I9300 due to not following the instructions mentioned in the article.
Once you have backed up all the data in your device, you now will have to proceed to the next step where we have mentioned the detailed guide which will help you root the device.
Procedure to Root Galaxy S3 GT I9300 on XXUGNB6 Firmware:

• Download  XXUGNB6 Rooting Package along with Odin from here to your computer. Once downloaded, you now need to enter your Galaxy S3 I9300 in download mode.

• Turn off your Galaxy S3 I9300 and after 5 seconds or when your device gives a small vibration, hold the Volume Down button + the Home key button (the middle button). While holding these both buttons, you need to switch ON your device to see the Green Robot on the screen.

• Connect your device in Download mode with the computer in which you have opened the Odin. In Odin you will see that the ID:COM section will turn yellow indicating that all the drivers are installed successfully.

• Once done, click on “PDA” / “AP” depending upon the Odin version to choose the Rooting tar file which you got after extraction and click on “Start” to start the process of rooting. It will take around a minute for rooting the device. In some cases it may taken even longer time than expected.

• Download the “Root Checker” app from the Google PLAY Store to check on whether the device is rooted or not. Just in case if the device is not rooted, you need to retry the process of rooting.

Tip: Since rooting voids warranty, if you need to get back the lost warranty, you need to update the device with the below mentioned firmware by following the respective instructions.
Manual Update Galaxy S3 GT I9300 with Official Jellybean 4.3 XXUGNB6 Firmware – Guide
Note: Just in case if your Samsung Galaxy S3 GT I9300 gets in the boot loop sequence then you need to turn off the device and then reapply the update from the start. To turn off you can reinsert the battery or say you can long press the power button.

XBlast Tools

Requirements:
★It Requires Root Access
★It Requires BUSYBOX
★It Requires Xposed Framework

Features:
★you can choose your favorite color for your Clock with out modifying APK files
★You can add custom text along with the clock, which will be displayed in status bar and notification bar
★You can add color to Date field in notification bar...
★You can choose your favorite font for clock & Date field in status bar & notification bar...
★You can add your favorite fonts into your /sdcard/fonts/ folder, it will be listed in the app
★You can add bar code fonts for clock & Date field in status bar & notification bar..
★You can choose any color for status bar...
★You can make full transparent for notification
★You can enable 180 rotation of phones(can rotate in all directions)...
★You can choose any color for Battery...
★You can choose any color for Wifi signal
★You can choose any color for Mobile signal
★You can change the carrier name in lock-screen and notification...
★You can can apply color to carrier name in lock-screen and notification...
★Change the carrier name size in lock-screen
★You can have Full screen caller picture in your phone
★Set default caller image for full-screen caller function
★Set any color for name, phone number etc
★Hide Am Pm
★Complete transparency for status bar
★Choose any Notification panel bg image or color
★Status bar Center Clock
★CRT Screen off effect (No Effect,Horizontal Effect and Vertical Effect)
★Enable or disable status bar during the full screen call
★Apply any font for name, phone number etc for full screen caller
★Ram usage in recent panel
★Button to Clear all recent tasks
★Choose WiFi and mobile in out color
★Mobile Color will be applied to mobile type as well
★In full screen caller function... during incoming call glowdots color will be changed...
★Choose Ticker text color
★Choose Toast text color & Toast bgcolor
★Build.prob tweaks
★Choose Notification text & content color (this is experimentel)
★New Color picker with hex code option
★Network speed will be displayed in status bar & Choose color for it
★Smart alarm icon option
★Added gesture anywhere module
★Added new module Quiet Hours
★Skip tracks on volume keys long-press while screen is off
★Controls cursor using volume keys in text fields
★Added breathing missed call option
★Added New Module For Day dream
★Select Day dream background color or image
★Select Day dream Clock color
★Can change Holo background to any color or image
★Added New Module For navigation bar
★Added statusbar and navigationbar gestures like left swipe, right swipe, long press, double tap
★Choose any color for divider line
★pulse notification light aka LED control
★Added keypad pin shuffler option
★Added new module appbar aka sidebar
Requirements:
★Android 4.0+ and ROOT
★It Requires BUSYBOX
★It Requires Xposed Framework

Install Instructions
★Install Xposed Installer
★Install Xposed Framework (from the Xposed Installer app)
★Install XBlast Tools
★Activate the module in Xposed Installer app
★Configure the application as you like
★Soft reboot the phone to see the changes

Download Link- XBlast Tools

How to Update Galaxy S3 with Most Stable & Official 4.3 XXUGNB6 Firmware

While Samsung Galaxy S3 GT I9300 users are crying foul after the recent OTA updates as many users complained about increased RAM consumption and also stated battery consumption woes. In the latest, Samsung comes with the new update dubbed as XXUGNB6 which ropes in the much needed stability and is dubbed as jellybean 4.3 Android OS. While Kitkat 4.4 for Galaxy S3 still seems couple of months away, let’s check out on how you can update with this firmware manually after checking out the list of quick pre requisites mentioned below.

Note: Applying this update won’t root the device or void the warranty in any manner. This update can be applied in all international versions of Galaxy S3 GT I9300 variants.
Quick Pre Requisites:

• All the data in your device needs to be backed up with the help of below mentioned steps manually and not with the KIES.
• SMS – Use “SMS Backup & Restore app”,
  Contacts – Sync with the Gmail application,
  Call Log - Call Log and Restore
  Images, Songs, Videos, Files – Copy to internal / External SD Card,
  APN and MMS Settings – Note down from the path “Applications > Settings > Wireless and Network > Mobile Networks > Access Point Names”
• Head over to the path “Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging” in your Samsung Galaxy S3 I9300 so as to enable the USB Debugging Mode.

Disclaimer: We should not be held responsible in any manner for any damage happened to your Galaxy S3 I9300 due to not following the instructions mentioned in the article.

• Once you have backed up all the data in your device, you now will have to proceed to the next step where we have mentioned the detailed guide which will help you update the device.

Let’s proceed to the next step where we have mentioned the detailed guide which will help you update the device.
Guide to Update Galaxy S3 with Jellybean 4.3 Android OS:

• Download the Jellybean 4.3 Android OS Package (Alternate Link) and Odin from here to your computer. Once downloaded, extract both the packages and open Odin in your computer.

• Turn off your device so that it can be entered in the Download Mode. Press and hold Home + Power + Volume down buttons to enter the device in the Download Mode. If your Galaxy S3 i9300 enters in the Normal mode, then you need to re try the process of entering the device in the Download Mode.

• Connect your device to the computer using the original USB cable to see that the ID: COM section turns Blue which indicates that all the drivers have been installed in the computer.

• Now, in Odin, select Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options. But, the Re-Partition option must be checked.

• Click on “AP” to choose the tar file which you got after extracting the firmware file. Once the tar file is selected, click on “Start” to start the process of firmware update. Please note that the whole process of firmware update will take around 4 -5 minutes and once done, you now need to wait to see “PASS” in Odin.

• If Google Apps gets crashed after installing, you need to turn Off the device so that it can be entered in the recovery mode. Press and hold Home + Power + Volume Up buttons to enter the device in the Recovery Mode. If your Galaxy S3 i9300 enters in the Normal mode, then you need to re try the process of entering the device in the Recovery Mode.

• In recovery mode, select “Clear Cache/ Wipe Data” options to clear the cache and wipe the data. As soon as the device gets rebooted, you can then head over to the Settings > More to check out the current version details in About Phone section where it will be mentioned as XXUGNB6 Jellybean 4.3 Android OS.

Note: If at all your Galaxy S3 I9300 smartphone gets in the boot loop mode, then you need to turn off the device and then reapply the update from the start. To turn off you can reinsert the battery or say you can long press the power button and repeat the whole process again.

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