I've just purchased an unlocked S3 Mini that is ATT-branded, Model SM-G730A, running Android 4.2.2 . Which rooting methods will work on this phone? The S3 Mini rooting discussions I've seen all refer to one of the i8190 or i8200 variants, which is not what I have. Does that matter?
Also, I've seen some references to rooting methods that have originated in China (or elsewhere) with insinuations that some or all of these will indeed root the phone but also engage in malware-related actions such as storing one's phone info on a foreign server. Of course I don't know if these statements are true but I want to stay away from anything that does engage in these sorts of behaviors.
In particular will Saferoot work on my SM-G730A? If so, is that considered to be truly "safe" and free of malware actions? If not Saferoot, can someone provide recommendations for this specific phone model? Thanks.
Also, I've seen some references to rooting methods that have originated in China (or elsewhere) with insinuations that some or all of these will indeed root the phone but also engage in malware-related actions such as storing one's phone info on a foreign server. Of course I don't know if these statements are true but I want to stay away from anything that does engage in these sorts of behaviors.
In particular will Saferoot work on my SM-G730A? If so, is that considered to be truly "safe" and free of malware actions? If not Saferoot, can someone provide recommendations for this specific phone model? Thanks.
