Rooting android - All you need to know & Top 10 Root Apps
Everyone is taking about rooting their android devices so what exactly does rooting means?
do i have root?do i need root?what if i root?
answers to all your questions - read further
What is root?
Android is an open source operating system. Unlike Windows and iOS, android provides universal access via free license to the androids' source code by which the developers are free to modify the the contents and develop according to their own comfort.
This is the main reason why android is so popular today..
rooting android makes it even more fun to use..
so what is root? and why do apps some apps require root?
you might heard of the term rooting android phones often when you browse through the web but what exactly does it mean?
Rooting basically unlocks the security systems on your mobile phone making it fully customizable in every possible way. If i say every possible way, then i mean every possible way!
For example, ever wonder of changing the boot loader ( the animation you get while you switch on your mobile) ? or changing the not-so-cool font that you are tired of using? and even remove the bloatware (shitty apps that come pre-loaded) that you don't use..don't like your UI? or even worse don't like the pre-installed OS at all?
the solution is ROOTING your device
but before theres a couple of things you need to know before rooting..
Rooting voids your warranty you heard that right.. rooting your mobile voids your warranty
this is because when you root, you modify the contents that are organized by your manufacturer.
The moment you root your mobile, its not manufacturers responsibility to provide warranty for the changes that you have made for yourself.
so think twice before rooting your device
although i suggest you to enjoy the software for atleast a month or two before you root. this is what i always do. :P
you can also regain your warranty by unrooting and restoring back your device the way it was.
simple isn't it..? so now you don't have to worry about loosing your warrenty
Okay..! Im in lets root!
so you have decided to root .. what next..? what is the procedure..? how do i root?
there is no universal procedure for root officially (actually there is, but it may or may not work for all the devices so its not recommended)
there are tonnes of devices based on android and tonnes of rooting tutorials around the web..
the best place to get started is your own mobile manufacturers online forum
for example you own a xiaomi mobile go check your mobile manufacturers official forum website and search for rooting tutorial for your model.
most of the them include a rooting tutorial if you're unlucky finding, don't worry there are different other websites.
Xda-Devlopers , the top notch online android forums have everything you need to know about android from A to Z
They have rooting guide for almost all models (including the chinese ones) just follow the guide and you are good to go!
YouTube is always a best place to get started if you're a complete noob
Caution: Follow the right guide that is made for your model if not you'll end up bricking your device
Bricking your device refers to carrying a brick in your pocket meaning your device will not turn on.
this should be taken care of..
don't worry plenty of unbricking tutorials available :) google is your friend!
so after rooting, here are the Top-10 apps that i recommend you to have
Root Checker
Play Store
This app lets you check if you're rooted properly or not - the first app you need to install once you're rooted
you can uninstall this app after checking
SuperSU
Play Store
A basic app is required to allow the apps from accessing the root access this prevents the harmful apps from taking over your device.. SuperSU does that job for you.
Allowing root access for harmful apps could get your device in trouble.So be careful of the apps you trust
BusyBox Installer
Play Store
Busybox is a basic collection of Linux command scripts that are required by some apps for proper functioning
you can uninstall this app after installing busybox
Greenify
Play Store
You've probably heard of this app for sure if not...
Greenify is an awesome app created by Oasis Feng, a senior xda member
this app hibernates all the backgroud running apps (like facebook,messenger,google) that eats up your ram and battery without your knowledge
greenify prevents hibernated apps from waking up unless you wake them intentionally
its a must have app for all the root users. it improves battery upto 30-40%
Link2SD
Play Store
some apps don't have the "move to sd card" option available and you're running out of space or you don't want to waste your space on your internal memory for that particular app, so what link2sd app actually does is force moves that app to sd card.
My mobile doesn't have move to sd option at all! now what?
no worries ..link2sd can increase your internal memory by swapping a partition of your external memory card to learn how follow this guide
besided moving to sd card, apps can be freezed,converted to system app,uninstalled defrost using link2sd..
Titanium Backup
Play Store
This app will backup and restore all the apps,data,wifi,contacts etc.,
so if you're looking forward to reset your device be sure to titanium backup your device..:)
Flashify
Play Store
you will come across several mods,fixes,patches once you install a custom rom
flashify is used to flash zips without enterting the recovery (learn about more about custom roms,recoveries in my next post)
Rom Toolbox
Play Store
Rom Toolbox is a must have for all root users the app itself is a collection of mini root apps like font changer, boot animation changer, CPU Control,Root Explorer
This app is the all in one replace for all those apps ..
buy the pro version to unlock all the features.
Kernel Adiutor
Play Store
Kernel Adiutor(intentionally spelled wrong) tweaks the kernel values to improve battery and performance of the device you must be on supported kernel to use all the features.. this app is free and open source and the best among all the apps in playstore
This app is solely meant for advanced users who tweak their kernel to get the most of their device so be careful what you do.
Adblock Plus
Adblock Plus
you've probably heard of the most popular chrome extension ABP that blocks annoying adds on your browser
ABP is also available on android that blocks most annoying in-app advertising on most of the apps all you need to do is update the providers list and block some ads (yay!)
This app is not available on playstore you can download from the above provided link
zANTI
zANTI
The best Wifi network hacking app
vunerable Wifi networks can be hacked by zANTI
one can disable the internet access to the devices connected to the same network
options include session sniffing,replacing images,videos,files
redirection the victim to a particular website, replacing the phrases and much more
This app is solely for penetration testing of your own Wifi security
do not misuse this app on unauthorised public Wifi places you could get into serious trouble.
Not available in playstore as well download using the provided link
do i have root?do i need root?what if i root?
answers to all your questions - read further
What is root?
Android is an open source operating system. Unlike Windows and iOS, android provides universal access via free license to the androids' source code by which the developers are free to modify the the contents and develop according to their own comfort.
This is the main reason why android is so popular today..
rooting android makes it even more fun to use..
so what is root? and why do apps some apps require root?
you might heard of the term rooting android phones often when you browse through the web but what exactly does it mean?
Rooting basically unlocks the security systems on your mobile phone making it fully customizable in every possible way. If i say every possible way, then i mean every possible way!
For example, ever wonder of changing the boot loader ( the animation you get while you switch on your mobile) ? or changing the not-so-cool font that you are tired of using? and even remove the bloatware (shitty apps that come pre-loaded) that you don't use..don't like your UI? or even worse don't like the pre-installed OS at all?
the solution is ROOTING your device
but before theres a couple of things you need to know before rooting..
Rooting voids your warranty you heard that right.. rooting your mobile voids your warranty
this is because when you root, you modify the contents that are organized by your manufacturer.
The moment you root your mobile, its not manufacturers responsibility to provide warranty for the changes that you have made for yourself.
so think twice before rooting your device
although i suggest you to enjoy the software for atleast a month or two before you root. this is what i always do. :P
you can also regain your warranty by unrooting and restoring back your device the way it was.
simple isn't it..? so now you don't have to worry about loosing your warrenty
Okay..! Im in lets root!
so you have decided to root .. what next..? what is the procedure..? how do i root?
there is no universal procedure for root officially (actually there is, but it may or may not work for all the devices so its not recommended)
there are tonnes of devices based on android and tonnes of rooting tutorials around the web..
the best place to get started is your own mobile manufacturers online forum
for example you own a xiaomi mobile go check your mobile manufacturers official forum website and search for rooting tutorial for your model.
most of the them include a rooting tutorial if you're unlucky finding, don't worry there are different other websites.
Xda-Devlopers , the top notch online android forums have everything you need to know about android from A to Z
They have rooting guide for almost all models (including the chinese ones) just follow the guide and you are good to go!
YouTube is always a best place to get started if you're a complete noob
Caution: Follow the right guide that is made for your model if not you'll end up bricking your device
Bricking your device refers to carrying a brick in your pocket meaning your device will not turn on.
this should be taken care of..
don't worry plenty of unbricking tutorials available :) google is your friend!
so after rooting, here are the Top-10 apps that i recommend you to have
Root Checker
Play Store
This app lets you check if you're rooted properly or not - the first app you need to install once you're rooted
you can uninstall this app after checking
SuperSU
Play Store
A basic app is required to allow the apps from accessing the root access this prevents the harmful apps from taking over your device.. SuperSU does that job for you.
Allowing root access for harmful apps could get your device in trouble.So be careful of the apps you trust
BusyBox Installer
Play Store
Busybox is a basic collection of Linux command scripts that are required by some apps for proper functioning
you can uninstall this app after installing busybox
Greenify
Play Store
You've probably heard of this app for sure if not...
Greenify is an awesome app created by Oasis Feng, a senior xda member
this app hibernates all the backgroud running apps (like facebook,messenger,google) that eats up your ram and battery without your knowledge
greenify prevents hibernated apps from waking up unless you wake them intentionally
its a must have app for all the root users. it improves battery upto 30-40%
Link2SD
Play Store
some apps don't have the "move to sd card" option available and you're running out of space or you don't want to waste your space on your internal memory for that particular app, so what link2sd app actually does is force moves that app to sd card.
My mobile doesn't have move to sd option at all! now what?
no worries ..link2sd can increase your internal memory by swapping a partition of your external memory card to learn how follow this guide
besided moving to sd card, apps can be freezed,converted to system app,uninstalled defrost using link2sd..
Titanium Backup
Play Store
This app will backup and restore all the apps,data,wifi,contacts etc.,
so if you're looking forward to reset your device be sure to titanium backup your device..:)
Flashify
Play Store
you will come across several mods,fixes,patches once you install a custom rom
flashify is used to flash zips without enterting the recovery (learn about more about custom roms,recoveries in my next post)
Rom Toolbox
Play Store
Rom Toolbox is a must have for all root users the app itself is a collection of mini root apps like font changer, boot animation changer, CPU Control,Root Explorer
This app is the all in one replace for all those apps ..
buy the pro version to unlock all the features.
Kernel Adiutor
Play Store
Kernel Adiutor(intentionally spelled wrong) tweaks the kernel values to improve battery and performance of the device you must be on supported kernel to use all the features.. this app is free and open source and the best among all the apps in playstore
This app is solely meant for advanced users who tweak their kernel to get the most of their device so be careful what you do.
Adblock Plus
Adblock Plus
you've probably heard of the most popular chrome extension ABP that blocks annoying adds on your browser
ABP is also available on android that blocks most annoying in-app advertising on most of the apps all you need to do is update the providers list and block some ads (yay!)
This app is not available on playstore you can download from the above provided link
zANTI
zANTI
The best Wifi network hacking app
vunerable Wifi networks can be hacked by zANTI
one can disable the internet access to the devices connected to the same network
options include session sniffing,replacing images,videos,files
redirection the victim to a particular website, replacing the phrases and much more
This app is solely for penetration testing of your own Wifi security
do not misuse this app on unauthorised public Wifi places you could get into serious trouble.
Not available in playstore as well download using the provided link
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