This tutorial uses the Root Exploit package released by Senior XDA-Developers, k1mu. The Root Exploit package allows Galaxy S4 users to root their devices easily without tripping the KNOX warranty void counter.
Disclaimer: We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!
Note: This method will NOT set the KNOX warranty void flag. It will set the "Custom" flag, but that's nothing to worry about.
Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Enable USB debugging by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The Root Exploit package works only on the AT&T version of the Galaxy S4 (SGH-I337). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy S4 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.
File Required
1. Root Exploit (saferoot.zip) - Mirror Link
Steps to Root Galaxy S4 (AT&T) SGH-I337 Running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean
Step 1: Extract the Root Exploit package to the computer using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Connect the Galaxy S4 to the computer using USB cable.
Step 3: On the computer, navigate to the extracted directory and double click "install.bat" file. You will see command prompt window which will detect your device and automatically run the scripts.
If you are using Linux or Mac OS X, navigate to the extracted directory in a terminal and run the following command:
$ chmod +x install.sh$ ./install.shNote: If you are using Linux or Mac OS X, you'll need to have the Android Debugging Bridge (adb) installed and configured on your path.
Step 4: Follow the on-screen instructions. Once the rooting procedure completes, your phone will reboot automatically.
Samsung Galaxy S4 (AT&T) SGH-I337 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware is now rooted successfully. You can now install any app that requires root permission. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.
Note: Many Samsung devices store a flash counter that keeps track of how many times you have flashed custom firmwares to your device. Triangle Away can be used to reset the flash counter to zero.
How to Fix "Unfortunately, SuperSU has stopped"?
Step 1: Download and install the latest APK of SuperSU on your device.
Step 2: Open SuperSU app (update the binary if prompted) and allow it to disable KNOX.
Step 3: Reboot your device.
Thank's to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This method was originally posted via XDA-Developers original thread.
Is there any way to know if this will work for the S4 Active (SGH-I537)?
ReplyDeleteDid you find out about the galaxy s4 active?
DeleteI have a GS4 with Android 4.3 but the build is UCUEMJ9, Have you tried this build? I have seen this solution you mention but for a different build.
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I have been having trouble finding a guide that works. This method worked great for Samsung Galaxy S4 SGH-I337 for AT&T. I followed the instructions carefully, and I downloaded the root checker app from the play store and I now have Root access.
ReplyDeleteI did the same too, but my purpose was to go back to 4.2.2 have you tried this, is it possible to jump back after this root.
Deletei have been trying for a week to root my Verizon sch-i545 s4 build #vruemk2 with no luck what so ever. this article looked promising, the command prompt runs its course but when i open super user it will not allow me to update binary. something has been put onto the phone because after a reboot the screen looks a little different, it says Samsung then custom with a padlock picture. also i get verizon notifications saying software change blah blah blah. dont remember the exact wording.
ReplyDeleteanyways is there anybody who can walk me throough what i might be doing wrong or where i need to manually put the superuser update on the phone itself. i use wondershare mobilego for android as a manager for files.
also i am not sure how to be contacted directly on here if that is an option
DeleteWhat does it do to your phone??
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