How to root android phone

Hello guys, haven't rooted your android phone yet? Check out the best 9 Apps for the job. 

Top 9 Apps to Root your android phone instantly 

After your phone is ready to be rooted, you should go with two
options which are to root via installing an app on the phone or by
using a computer.

1. Vroot Root Software
Reported to be the best software for rooting any android phone,
this master root software covers a wide range of models and
also root older versions of mobile operating system.

2. Kingoapp Software Root
Kingoapp root software is very effective. Similar to Vroot, this
popular free computer software to root and unroot any android
phone is also rated very high.

3. SRSRoot Software
SRSRoot software solution was of my favorite for rooting android
devices before Vroot came to the scene. Although I haven’t used
it for a while now, I can still recommend it for persons that didn’t
have success with the previous two.

4. Framaroot (apk) App (Roots without a PC)
If you are looking for the best app for rooting and unrooting
android devices without a computer, go with FramaRoot Rooting
App. This application can work for the new versions of Android
OS.

5. Unlock Root Software For Android
When Vroot and KingoApp root softwares fails to root your
android device, use UnlockRoot. I can no longer vouch for this
app as it is no longer available for free.

6. Root Master (apk) App
Root Master is also a fast app to root most android phones. This
rooting app should only come to your mind when Framaroot fails.

7. z4root (apk) App To Root Android
z4root is unarguably one of the best apps for rooting android
where you can't get a computer. Interestingly, this rooting
software for android can work on older versions and wide ranges
of android devices.

8. Universal Androot (apk) App
Universal Androot is a powerful android root apps that can
effectively root many android phones without the need of a
computer.

9. Easy rooting toolkit (apk) App
Easy rooting toolkit; this is a rooting software that can root
different models of android phones without a PC.
For computer and android apps and software that can root and
unroot any android, Vroot should serve as the first point of call if
your are looking for computer programs to root android.

upgrading infinix operating system

Note: All the links are updated to the latest versions for Lollipop ROMs.

Step 1: Back up your device by downloading this PDF file: Click Here to Download (Read it carefully)

Step 2: Download the latest Lollipop ROM from below:

No	Model	Lollipop ROM
1	Infinix Hot Note 16+1 x551	Download
2	Infinix Hot Note 16+2 x551	Download
3	Infinix Hot Note 32+2 x551	Download
4	Infinix Zero 2 x509	Download
5	Infinix Zero 2 32+2 x509	Download
6	Infinix Zero Beta 2 J608 x506	Download
7	Infinix Hot 2 16+2 x510	Download
8	Infinix Hot x507	Download

Step 3: Download SP Flashtool here: Click Here to Download After downloading it, extract it to your desktop then launch a .exe file inside called “flash_tool.exe”

Step 4: Download VCOM tools from this link: Click Here to Download You’ll need to read everything on this link as it has a guide on how to:

*First disable Driver Signature enforcement on Windows 8,8.1 and 10.*

*Then install the necessary drivers.*

*This is very important. Nothing will work without setting this process up properly.*

After setting up the VCOM tools, you need to launch the flash tool as Administrator and then:

Step 5: Click on Scatter Loading.

Step 6: Look for a text file from the ROM you had downloaded called “MT6592_Android_scatter.txt”.

Step 7: Wait for the SP Flash tool to compile its own stuff.

Step 8: Select Firmware Upgrade option.

(Before continuing, you need to go to your device. Go to settings –> Developer Options –> Enable USB debugging. If you don’t see Developer Options, go to About Phone and click on Build Number until it says “You’re now a developer”.)

Step 9: Enable Debugging.

Step 10: Remove your phone SD card.

Step 11: Switch off the phone and pray everything works.

Step 12: After switching off the phone. Go back to your computer.

Step 13: You are on the SP Flashtool Window. Click on the Download button.

Step 14: After clicking on Download button connect your phone with the computer through the USB cable. Wait for the magic.

(You will only be done when you see a big White Tick on a Greenish-Yellow background. Otherwise don’t remove/disconnect phone from computer.)

Last Step: Reboot. (It will take quite some time to reboot. Be patient. When it boots, you will meet a whole new experience)

(Avoid bugs after Upgrading)

After flashing ROMs it's advisable to do the following:

Boot your phone into recovery then “wipe data/factory reset” “wipe cache partition” 

This is to ensure no residual files remain and to avoid bugs and system errors.

(Here is how to fix your Bricked Phone)

Step 1: Boot into recovery using "vol+ and power button at the same time.

Step 2: When you see the android man down logo with exclamation mark inside a red triangle, hold power button down and click vol + once (you should be in the android system recovery now)

Step 3: Use vol+/- to scroll down to "apply update from cache"

Step 4: Now select "system_update/"

Step 5: Then select "update.zip"

Step 6: Now allow android system recovery to finish the installation

Step 7: After installation, reboot your phone by clicking" reboot system now " That's it now your phone should be unbricked!!

(If you encounter "Privacy Protection Password" error after unbricking your phone follow the steps below)

To resolve this issue, you'll need to format then re-flash the phone's exact firmware (do not flash that meant for another phone model and do not format if you don't have the stock ROM)

Note: If you remember your Anti Theft Password then try to put it as Privacy Protection Password and see if it works if not then try the method mentioned below.

Requirement:
* Stock ROM (Firmware)
* SP Flash Tool ( Version 3.x  or Version 5.x  )
* PC
* USB cord
* Manually Install Mediatek VCOM drivers

Procedure: Ensure you have the complete Stock ROM then format the phone in SP flash tool after formatting, flash the stock ROM / firmware back to the phone using the same SP flash tool.

Tracking stolen android

If you lose your mobile you can trace it back.
Most of us always fear that our Mobile may be stolen at any time.
Each mobile carries a unique 
IMEI no. i.e. International Mobile Equipment Identity No which can be used to track your mobile anywhere in the world.
This is how it works!!
1. Dial *#06# from your mobile.
2. Your mobile shows a unique 15 digit.
3. Note down this number at a secure place except in your mobile phone itself as this is the Number which will help trace your mobile in Case of a theft.
4. Once stolen you just have to E-mail this 15 digit IMEI No. to cop@vsnl.net with details as below.
Your name:____________________
Address:______________________
Phone model:_________________
Make:_________________________
Last used No.:_________________
E-mail for communication:_____
Missed date:___________________
IMEI No :_______________________
5. No need to go to the police.
6. Your Mobile will be traced within next 24 hrs via a complex system of GPRS and internet, You will find where your hand set is being operated even if the SIM card has been changed.

latest tecno phantom

with 3GB ram capacity and fingerprint identity sensor. 
                                      

                       
The Phantom 5 smart phone comes with 1.3GHZ Octa-core Processor, 32GB internal storage, 3GB ram, 13MP camera quality and 5MP front camera designed for video calls. Pre-loaded the latest Google android OS version 5.1 LolliPop, The mobile pohone has a Dual sim functionality with full 4G support, which is very easy with super speed internet connectivity. Also comes in various color variants Black,White and silver white, it will be up for sale come September 2015.

listed below are the Amazing full Features of Tecno Phantom 5 Android Smart phone details

General Information

• 1.3GHz Octa-core Processor  
• 3GB ram 
• HSPDA 900/2100
• GSM 850/900/100/1900
• Android v5.1 LolliPop
• Dual SIM support functionality
• Up to 100kpbs downloads speeds on 2G networks
• Up to 42.57mpbs downloads speeds on 3G networks
• Up to 143.57mpbs downloads speeds on 4G networks
• WIFI Hotspot
• Bluetooth v3.0,

Body

• Touch Screen Keyboard
• Option of Black,Red and white 
• Plastic body cover
• Weight 180g
• Sense Skin

Display

• 16M colours
• 5.5 inch FHD Touch Screen  
• Dimension(mm) of 132.50 x 72.78 x 9.60
• Resolution of 720x1280  

Memory

• 3GB RAM
• MediaTek 6572
• No External memory card slot with support 
• 16GB internal memory (ROM) 

Audio

• MP3 AMR, WAV AAC, MP3,MIDI,OGG… player, background playback, and album art cover
• 3.5mm audio jack
• Stereo FM radio

Camera

• Front-facing camera of 8.0MP 1600 x 1200-pixel picture quality also optimized for video calls
• 13MP rear camera 2592 x 1944-pixel with LED flash
• Dual Flash support

Other Amazing Features

• GPS support
• No NFC
• No Infred
• WIFI direct
• No HDMI
• No MHL
• 4G network
• Java Support
• A-GPS Navigation
• WIFI Hotspot
• Calculator
• calender
• Video Call
• GPRS/EDGE/3G/Wi-Fi/3.75G/4G internet connectivity
• MP4/3GP video player with support for more codecs through third-party applications
• Alarm
• FM
• MicroUSB 3.0
• Browser support Flash
• Accelerometer
• Light Sensor
• Proximity Sensor
• No Gyroscope
• No Barometer
• Pre Installed Google applications like BBM, Facebook, Whatsapp, Gmail,YouTube, Calendar, Search etc
• 3D games support like Fruit Ninja, Angry Birds, Gta, Talking Tom…
• Full access to Google Play Store with over 500,000 applications available for downloads

 Battery

• Battery Capacity Li-ion 3000mAh
• Talk Time 8hrs
• Standby Time 500hrs

price

• The current price range of  Tecno Phantom 5 in Nigeria ranges from  N68,000 – 70,000N depending on your location

The Hot C8 tecno

The Tecno Camon C8 sounds more like a Camera name than a Smartphone. But a new smartphone from Tecno Mobile it is featuring a 13MP rear camera and 5MP Front Camera with flash. The manufacturer hypes the phone  as a Camera centric Smartphone.

Aside the Camera capabilities, Camon C8 which is a technically upgraded version of the Tecno Camon C5 features a 5.5 inch HD IPS display, 1.3GHz Quad processor, Android 5.0  Lollipop, 3000mAh battery, 1GB RAM, 16GB ROM expandable to 32GB via MicroSD card.

The Tecno Camon C8 is very stubborn device when it comes to rooting, because the popular and easiest apps such as Kingroot, Vroot, Framaroot, Tecnoroot, Rootgenius etc., are not working for it. The below tutorial will guide the Tecno Camon C8 users to Root and change the IMEI of their Smartphone.

Important Notice
After rooting your phone, it’s advisable to unroot before performing an OTA update or restoring factoring settings. We have a comprehensive guide on that here.

Materials Needed For Rooting
» PC with internet connection
» USB Cable
» SP Flash Tool - Download it Here
» SuperSU.zip - Download it Here 
» TWRP for Tecno C8 by Team Hovatek - Download it Here

To Root Tecno Camon C8
» Save the SuperSU.zip that you downloaded to your phone's SD card
» Unzip the TWRP zip file that you downloaded and flash the recovery image to the phone using SP Flash Tool
How Can I Flash it Using SP Flashtool? You may check out this link instruction: www.shelaf.com/2015/09/how-to-flash...

» Now, boot your phone into TWRP Recovery Mode (by Holding the Vol Up and Power button simultaneously for 5 seconds)
» In TWRP Recovery, Choose install zip from SD card - to choose a zip from SD card use Vol up and down scroll up and down, then choose the Supersu.zip file from the root of your SD card.
Scroll to yes and install, after a successful flashing go back and reboot.

It is simple as that. You may download Root Checker from Play Store to verify your root privileges. After downloading, simply Install Root Checker, run it and you should get a success message after then.

All Credit goes to Team Hovatek for providing this guide in rooting Tecno Camon C8.

To Change Your Tecno Camon C8 IMEI to BB IMEI.

Note: It's not a must for you to root your Tecno Camon C8 before you can change it's IMEI, the below method of changing IMEI can work for your Tecno Camon C8 without rooting it, but rooting your phone will make you enjoy your phone the fullest.


1. First of all, you need 15 Digits Blackberry Generated IMEI. Simply download BBGEN. epic version here, to generate BB IMEI on your Android Device or Download GIPv4.1 Software to your PC here  
2. Also download and install MTK Engineering Mode from play store.   
3. Open it and click on MTK Settings

4. Then wipe your screen to left site to see Connectivity options.

5. Scroll down to CDS Information and tap on it.

6. Then, look for Radio Information, tap on it and you'll see something like: Phone1 -
Phone2 -.

7. Click on phone 1. If you want to change your sim1 or sim2.  
8. You will see AT+    
9. Type any letter in the search box after AT+ and delete the letter you typed and then, choose;

For Phone 1:
“AT+EGMR=1,7,”YOUR NEW IMEI NO” (make sure you put a space between AT+ EGMR)

For Phone 2:
“AT+EGMR=1,10,”YOUR NEW IMEI NO” (make sure you put a between space AT+ EGMR)
 a
AT+ EGMR=1,10,”YOUR NEW IMEI NO" 

10. After that, select SEND AT COMMAND. You will see a message "AT Command Msent"