Ive been trying to root my S3 running 4.1.1, but it just wont work. Ive tried a couple times, I can go into Clockworkmod Recovery, and the Superuser app was even installed in the process. But, I still cant get root access no matter how many times I try. Any help would be appriciated.
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Root [Sprint/Cricket] S3 wont root
- Thread starter xaphiddy
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Rxpert83
Dr. Feelgood
Sounds like you need to re-flash the root files from your recovery.
What guide did you follow so I can take a look at the files you flashed
Rxpert83
Dr. Feelgood
It really shouldnt. Have you tried updating binaries in the SU app?
Sorry to chime in here, but were you able to download/install Busybox? Or did that fail also?
First off, im still new to the s3 so if i lead you astray, my apologies.
But I was having the same issue. I used the zip file from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1743780 and it worked like a champ. Just remember to make a nand.
But I was having the same issue. I used the zip file from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1743780 and it worked like a champ. Just remember to make a nand.
GTWalling
Android Expert
One can not make a back up with CWM unless rooted. Just saying.
It worked for me. I got CWM recovery installed and was able to make a nand before I "achieved" Root. Was it a true backup? I don't know, I didn't need to use it. (knock on wood) But the file was there and was about the right size.
Like I said, I'm a noob, so I'm still pretty green. But I'm 100% sure I made it before root was established. Maybe it achieved root but the phone's os didn't show it, but recovery did? Who knows.
Just trying to help
