How to Partition MyPhone Rio Craze for Unli Internal Storage

The Rio Craze's weakness, and how we can solve it...

MyPhone Rio Craze has been one of the budget smartphones that most buyers consider. The fact that you can get a phone that does the basic things at best compared to an ordinary feature phone, this handset is still a smartphone powered by the innovative android operating system capable of doing tasks that are performed by an entry level smartphones.

What draws the Rio Craze backwards considering it wears a dual core processor? It's the phone's internal storage and RAM. A smartphone's capability can be estimated according to the specs it bears. In the case of Rio Craze, installing of apps is very limited for a phone that can only handle up to 512 MB of ROM. Even the installed apps that are transferred to the SD card still store app data internally and eventually eats it slowly. That's why I made this article to share to you the technique to expand the internal phone storage and to finally enjoy large number of apps to be installed on the phone.

How to Partition your MyPhone Rio Craze for Unlimited Internal Storage

This is the actual process on how to partition the Rio Craze to achieve the unli internal storage courtesy of Mhae Bautista. Please carefully read and understand the instructions.

Note: This may degrade your SD card so you need a high quality one. Do at your own risk.

Things needed:

• Root access
• Aparted
• Link2SD
• Root Explorer
• Brain

Steps Sequence:

• Unmount SD card
• 1st and 2nd Partition
• Link2SD Part 1
• Link2SD Part 2
• Root Explorer

Please follow the steps from Mhae's YouTube channel. Below is how to unmount the SD card to start off. Good luck!

How to Root Firefly Mobile Intense Mini

Start the tweaking on the Intense Mini

For those who are not able to know how to start the modification on your Intense Mini, this blog will help you attain your desired look and feel with additional features on your phone. As a brief review with the specifications of the Intense Mini, this affordable smartphone sports a  4.5 inch qHD IPS OGS display panel and is running an Android 4.4.2 KitKat system. The phone is fueled by a MT6592M Octa core processor paired with 1 gigabyte of RAM.

From the specs, this smartphone has a lot of potential. With further development on the system, the phone can bring its user an above average performance and overall android experience.

How to Root Firefly Mobile Intense Mini

To take the first step on tweaking your smartphone, we must first enable the root permission on the phone. To achieve it, this blog will provide you a better way on how to root your Intense Mini in a very easy manner.

Things to be complied:

• You must have the Firefly Mobile Intense Mini
• You must have generated a backup of your current ROM as root-related tasks may damage your phone's system. Visit this separate guide on how to create stock ROM backup.

Once you have complied with the following pre-requisites listed, you can now proceed:

• How to Root Firefly Mobile Intense Mini using Kingroot

How to Fix Invalid IMEI | Unknown Baseband

I got this problem with my phone's IMEI, how does it happen?

One must know the exact reason why you are stuck with the stated question. That kind of things occur once you lack the so called "carefulness". You must practice yourself to back-read the comments of other users for a specific tweak/application you are trying to run as what your are doing is a kind of suicide for your phone.

Please Read: What is rooting and its effects?

To this IMEI problem, it's a bit impossible for it to exist on an untouched Stock ROM version. This case is one of the troubles you can possibly encounter once you have root-tasks performed such as trying out tweaks or installing custom ROMs. This tasks could mess some part of your phone's system that eventually leads to corruption.

Please Read: Flashing ROMs, Tweaks, etc.

Unknown IMEI vs Invalid IMEI

This may look like identical but somehow it gives us a clue on what could be the source of the problem. If your phone shows up Invalid IMEI, it is more likely you just have to replace a working IMEI for your device. While on the other hand, Unknown IMEI seems to be a bigger issue, usually the Baseband as well is read Unkown. The corrupted baseband leads to the disability of communication feature of the the phone.

How do I solve it?

By following the methods below, hopefully we could end up fixing your phone's IMEI and Baseband and for you to continue doing calls and sending SMS.

How to Fix Invalid IMEI

Caution: Always remember that root-related actions are your sole responsibility.

Requirements:

• MTK-based android phone in hand
• Root access
• IMEI number
• you can fin it by removing the back cover of your phone and look for IMEI 1 for SIM 1 and IMEI 2 for SIM 2.
• it is also written on the box
• no luck? use the IMEI from the same phone

Method 1:

1. Go to Engineering Mode
• Dial *#*#3646633#*#*
• If the above dial doesn't work, download and install MTK Droid Tools. Open it, select Engineer Mode -- Engineer MTK.
2. Go to Connection tab
3. Select CDS Information
4. Now, select Radio
5. Select the SIM which you want IMEI to be fixed.
6. Input the following:

For SIM 1, at the AT+ line, make it look like this (replace the red text with your phone's SIM 1 IMEI number):

AT+EGMR=1,7,"SIM1_IMEI_NUMBER"

For SIM 2:

AT+EGMR=1,10,"SIM2_IMEI_NUMBER"

     7.  Press SEND AT COMMAND to send and save the IMEI.
     8.  The panel will close automatically. If you are done, reboot your phone.


Method 2:

1. Download and Install Terminal Emulator on your phone
2. Open Terminal Emulator app 
3. Type SU then press Enter
4. If asked for Superuser permission, grant it.
5. Then, type the following command then press Enter.
   echo 'AT+EGMR=1,7,"IMEI_NUMBER"' >/dev/pttycmd1
   echo 'AT+EGMR=1,10,"IMEI_NUMBER"' >/dev/pttycmd1
6. Restart your phone.

How to Fix Unknown Baseband and IMEI

If you have done replacing your phone's IMEI using the given method above but still it won't work and also the Baseband was still unknown, follow the steps below..

Caution: Do at your own risk mate.

Things you need:

• MTK phone
• Root access
• Windows computer
• MTK Droid Tools
• IMEI Number - written at the back of your phone (remove the back cover)
• Android USB ADB drivers
• NVRAM backup from other device with the same model
• Sorry but this is the only safest way. You can comment your phone model so I can help you look for it. Once you had the NVRAM backup, copy it in your computer

Instruction:

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1. Download MTK Droid Tools and extract it on your computer running Windows OS
2. Download and install USB ADB drivers
3. Enable USB debugging on your phone (go to Settings -- Developer options) and connect to your computer using USB cable.
4. From your computer, open MTK Droid Tools application.
5. The tool should detect and display your phone information.
6. Click the ROOT button for temporary Root shell access on your phone.
7. 
   
8. Click on IMEI/NVRAM
9. Click Restore button, then select/open the NVRAM backup that you got.
10. Change IMEI, input the ones you have.
11. Then click Replace IMEI
12. Restart your phone.
13. Done

credits to: XDA and to the developers of the apps used.

DOWNLOADS

Mobile Uncle Tools | Play Store | Direct Link

Terminal Emulator | Play Store | Direct Link

MTK Droid Tools

Android USB ADB Drivers

How to Root | Unroot Xiaomi Redmi 1S

Reasons to get your Xiaomi Redmi 1S rooted

Howdy! Like the usual questions found in the internet regarding "why should I root my android phone?" or anything alike, the simple answer is to unlock the hidden features/capability of your android gadget. Once you have unchained your phone, it will much easier to apply tweaks on the phone such as installing scripts and custom ROMs that may result to a better battery, RAM, and CPU management.

What's the best thing with rooting your Redmi 1S is you don't have to worry about losing your warranty. What?!

Like I mentioned, you don't have to worry of the "rooting voids warranty" thing cause Xiaomi is really open for root users. This information was given by Xiaomi's Product Manager in India.

Here is the guide on how to root your Xiaomi Redmi 1S

We put up the steps altogether and made it more understandable even for newbies. For a better root experience with your Redmi 1S, I suggest that you must read some articles before trying to experiment with you phone.

Please read: What is rooting and it's pros and cons

Note: Once you have installed the root update, you will no longer receive official OTA firmware updates. However, you can still revert the root update by following the unrooting guide still found at the bottom-part of this article.

Disclaimer: This procedure was already tested but still you are responsible for any damage that it may cause. Please read and follow the instructions carefully to avoid facing trouble.

Things you need:

• A working Xiaomi Redmi 1S unit in hand
• Root(Redmi1s).zip update file

Please also read: The ways on how to backup your android phone

Rooting instruction:

1. Download the Root(Redmi1s).zip file and place it in your phone's internal storage (outside any folder).
2. Rename the Root(Redmi1s).zip to update.zip.
3. Turn off your phone.
4. Go to Recovery mode by pressing Power and Volume Up button at the same time.
5. Select English as the language.
6. Now select and Install update.zip to System.
7. Wait for a while and Reboot your phone once it asks.
8. After rebooting, go to Security app -- select Permission and from there, activate Root permission.
9. Done.

How to unroot Xiaomi Redmi 1S?

You can disable the root permission by deactivating it in the Security -- Permission as shown above but this won't allow you to revert the update, therefore still you won't receive any OTA updates. To fix this issue, you'll need to follow this guide below.

Things you need:

• Redmi 1S phone in hand
• UnRootNative_Redmi1S.zip update file

Unroot procedure:

1. Once again, go to Sercurity app -- select Permission and deactivate the Root permission.
2. Download the UnRootNative_Redmi1S.zip file and make sure to place it at the root of your phone's internal storage. (That means just place it in your internal storage without putting it inside of any folders.)
3. Rename the said file to update.zip.
4. Shutdown your phone.
5. Boot to Recovery mode by pressing Power and Volume Up button all at once.
6. Select English.
7. Then, select and Install update.zip to System.
8. Wait for a moment Reboot your phone if prompted.
9. Done.

Now that you have what you are looking for, be cautious of using your phone. Don't use any apps or tweaks that is not tested. Spread the word if you have this post useful, enjoy!

credits to: Michael Campos for sharing, MIUI which seems to be the source.

DOWNLOADS

Root(Redmi1s).zip  -- UnRootNative_Redmi1S.zip

How to Flash any Recovery in Android Phone

Got recovery for your android phone?

I bet there is. There's no way you searched in the internet and bumped on this page if you haven't. You came cause you don't have an idea on how to put your downloaded recovery to your android phone, whatever type it is, or you may have the idea but you just want to make sure that you won't do it the wrong way so you don't mess your smartphone. If so, this content will provide you the step-by-step procedure on how to successfully install your recovery to your phone with any version of Android.

The ways to install any recovery on your android phone

There are several ways on to do the installing stuff and I will try to guide you comprehensively. We can do the flashing by only using your phone, the easier one which I will going to show you on this article, or do the flashing using a computer, whether a PC or Laptop, it doesn't matter but little bit complicated. I separated the article on how to do it with the use of a computer cause the guide was a bit long as it was done thoroughly.

How to Flash any Recovery in Android Phone

We will be using two of the most popular apps for android that are capable of installing any kind of recovery, either be a stock or a custom recovery such as CWM, TWRP, as long as it was ported and intended for your device model and build.

NOTE: 

• As a superuser, you are suggested you understand the risks.
• Make sure the recovery image is stored on your phone's SD Card and named as "recovery.img" without quotes. In some cases, it causes error once not renamed.
• Methods 1 and 2 requires root access therefore, your phone must have it. You can root your phone by following Best and Easy Ways to Root your Android Phone or by using KingRoot

Method 1: Install any Recovery using Mobile Uncle Tools app

1. Have Mobile Uncle Tools downloaded and installed on your phone
2. Launch it and if asked for superuser rights, Grant it.
3. Select Recovery Update then locate and select the recovery image from which you renamed as "recovery.img"
4. Select OK and the installation will begin.
5. Once done, you will be asked to boot Into Recovery Mode. press that.
6. If booted successfully, you are done.

Method 2: Using Rashr Flash Tool

1. You have to download and install Rashr Flash Tool app on your android phone.
2. Open it and when ask for root permission, Grant it
3. Choose Recovery -- Other from storage
4. Select the recovery image that you previously renamed
5. Agree to continue the installation. Just tap Yes when prompted.
6. Wait few sec and tap on Reboot to Recovery.
7. Your phone will boot in recovery mode. Check if the recovery was installed properly if you successfully booted on it.
8. Done

Method 3: Using SP Flash Tools (A bit Complicated)

I created the instructions separately. If you still want it, just follow the link below:

Flash Stock or Custom Recovery using SP Flash Tools

Download the Apps:

Rashr Flash Tool - Mediafire - Google Play Store

Mobile Uncle Tools - Google Drive - Google Play Store

How to Easily Root Alcatel Flash Plus

Just saying, too lucky for those who bought this monster Alcatel phone at Lazada. 

Haven't succeeded to root Alcatel Flash Plus?

So are you seeking for a resolve to gain root access on the Flash? Then, we might help you with that. Not just we do the rooting thing, we will also provide you a complete and one-click solution for your problem.

Get superuser rights on your Flash Plus and more!

Similar to previous android phone goodies sporting similar Chipset, the Flash is as quick to root and achieve superuser rights as the others. You'll get your android phone rooted in a minute without the risky procedures as we made this is for you. All you need is to follow the given procedures to achieve positive result.

How to Easily Root Alcatel Flash Plus

Without the need of a PC or Laptop, we can easily and safely root the Alcatel Flash Plus with just one-click! Unlike the usual rooting procedures, this method is free from bricking you smartphone. After unchaining this smartphone, you will be able to improve the overall performance, install root-required apps, and update ROMs and Recovery.

NOTE: Even this method was tested to work. It is much safer for you to have a good understanding about the terms in rooting. Read the following:

• What is Rooting and its Pros and Cons
• Ways to Backup your Android Device

Things that you need:

• Actual unit in hand
• A good brain to follow this guide on How to Root Alcatel Flash Plus using Kingroot

How to Root Cherry Mobile Cosmos Force

Cosmos Force for the Geek

Some of Cosmos Force users might be satisfied by just having this android phone after buying it, they are the "Not Geeky One". For tech enthusiasts like us, we are still not contented of just having the same taste of our device, as long as we can, we are trying to make it more lovely and enjoyable using it; making it cooler that stands out from the others. Good thing you visited here, cause the I have just the thing you are looking for.

The root exploit compatible for CM Cosmos Force

Of course before any tweaking to start, gaining root access is a prerequisite. To provide you the working rooting technique for this type of device, this guide was made and tested by yours truly. Just make sure you are not new to computer-related stuffs for this guide easy to follow.

How to Root Cherry Mobile Cosmos Force

It is recommended to any beginner or newbie to android root related stuffs to read and carefully understand the following technical definitions. After this, rooting Cherry Mobile Cosmos Force is as easy as counting.

• What is Rooting and its Pros and Cons
• Ways to Backup your Android Phone/Tablet Data

Personal things you need:

• A working brain
• Cherry Mobile Cosmos Force, not-rooted android phone

Once you have all the things needed, follow this guide provided below and you will be able to have your LTE capable android phone rooted in just a few sec. Proceed by visiting the link below:

How to Root Cherry Mobile Cosmos Force without using a Computer

How to Root Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Octa

Looking for an easier way on how to root your Flare S3 Octa?

Do you have difficulties on finding a worry-free solution to successfully gain root access to your Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Octa? If so, then you have to check out this step-by-step instruction on how to root your Flare S3 Octa and even a lot more devices with the same SoC by using an amazing one-click rooting tool installed in your computer.

Root exploit unveiled for Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Octa!

It is fortunate for Flare S3 Octa users to have a device running a SoC that is easy to tweak with a lot of optimization available. Similar with other popular smartphones, your Cherry Mobile Flare S3 will also be unchained for further capabilities for just following the guide for a few minutes without worrying on risky rooting processes.

How to Root Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Octa

This time, we will be giving you the set of instructions on giving up the limitations on your Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Octa. This device is running a MediaTek SoC which is common entry level SoC right know, so it might be that you are familiar with the procedure already. However, if you are not sure for what are the actions you are going to take now, it is best to read some of these guides for you to properly understand the risks in the future:

• Read what is rooting and its advantage
• Read how to backup your device
• Read another way to backup your ROM

Please read the links to articles just above if you're not quite sure enough of what you are doing.

Warning: I am not responsible for any damage it may occur during or after the process. Do it with care. Backup your current ROM as much as possible.

Requirements:

• Computer (PC/Laptop) running Windows
• USB Cable
• iRoot

How to Root:

1. From your Flare S3 Octa, go to Settings - Developer options, and check USB debugging to enable the feature.
2. From your computer, download and install iRoot from link below.
3. Once iRoot is properly installed, open it.
4. Connect your phone to your computer using USB Cable.
5. Wait for your computer and iRoot to detect your phone. If there's a popup to install/update driver, Install/Update it.
6. Check the User Agreement and click Connect Device. (Check your phone for permission if any.)
7. Now, click ROOT. (Check your phone for permission if any.)
8. Wait for the rooting process ends. Your phone may reboot itself, it's normal.
9. Once the rooting procedure was done, iRoot will automatically check your phone for root access.
10.  Done.

Optional: Verify your root access by using Root Checker available at Google Play Store.

Now you may have gained root access for your Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Octa. For those who did it, congrats and enjoy! But for those who did not, this is not the end of the line. We still have more options here.

For those who did not find this guide successful, here's another option:

• One tap root any android with Kingroot
• Best and easy ways to root any android

DOWNLOAD:

iRoot for Windows