Root [TMobile] Easiest way to root for a newb

[joebek424]

OK- I have a LG Optimus F6 on T-Mobile and I'd like to root it to get rid of some of the bloatware and free up some space on the phone. I have NEVER rooted a phone before. I have been reading and reading, and some things make sense and others seem like they're in a different language.

Would someone be willing to help me out, and explain it to me step-by-step? I'd appreciate it.

 

[BRAINZ2013]

Its changed not hard as it seems

 

[BRAINZ2013]

Try this

http://androidforums.com/showthread.php?p=6543444

 

[joebek424]

Tried it and when it goes to download the saferoot.apk, it says can't display the webpage

 

[BRAINZ2013]

Where is this at . and did u enable the USB debugging

 

[joebek424]

Tried to download it from the link on that page you sent me and yes USB debugging is on

 

[BRAINZ2013]

Try downloading over the WiFi

 

[joebek424]

I am downloading over WiFi

 

[BRAINZ2013]

Do you have the 10i or 12b

 

[joebek424]

Is that the software version? Mine says D50010h

 

[BRAINZ2013]

Hmmmmm never seen this are you updated to the correct firmware

 

[joebek424]

It said its up to date on both the OTA and when I plug it into the computer

 

[krugercharlese]

I have same version...D50010h...

Use the alternate rooting method w/ vroot etc. follow it exactly. can't go wrong. At worst, you'll miss a small detail n have to start over a couple times.

A few days ago was my first rooting (besides bricking an ebook reader) and I've messed it up several times and had to reroot.

the worst I got into was a boot loop when I was experimenting yesterday.

I repeat, if you follow the instructions for alternate root method, it works for the D50010h. I tried other ways that sounded simpler... However, if it doesn't work for your phone, it is not simpler. Use what these guys who know what they're doing have figured out.

 

[joebek424]

Thanks for the help guys, I ended up getting it rooted with the saferoot app. I was finally able to download it and installed it and rooted it with one click.

 

[krugercharlese]

hey joe, in case you're not sure where to find the alternate root guide for your F6, here's where it is:

LG Optimus F6 (TMobile) All Things Root Section


oops nevermind... I'm re-rooting mine as I type,
I just keep gettin too curious and/or greedy