Easy Root Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 Running Android 4.2.2 XXUDMH6 Official Firmware

Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 just lately received its latest Jelly Bean official firmware, Android 4.2.2 XXUDMH6, which brings just a few function enhancements and bug-fixes over its previous release. As installation of the new firmware removes root access to the device, it's imperative to root the phone as soon as again to regain full system entry and be able to install third-occasion root apps, customized ROMs and latest system tweaks.

Pre-Requisites

The CF Auto-Root tool and instructions provided are restricted to Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 model. Confirm device model number by navigating to Settings > About Phone.

Again up information and settings using advisable customized recovery device such as ClockworkMod (CWM) or TWRP, as knowledge wiping course of is obligatory in this tutorial.

Obtain and installcorrect USB drivers for Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 on computer.

Guarantee USB debugging mode is enabled on phone by navigating to Settings > Applications > Improvement or Settings > Developer Options.

Double-examine the device has no less than 80% battery cost to stop surprising device shutdown (because of battery drain) whereas installing ROM.

How to Root Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 on Android 4.2.2

Step 1 - Download CF-Auto-Root Android 4.2.2 Package for Samsung Galaxy S4 to your computer and extract the zip file.

Step 2 - Download ODIN v3.07 which is needed to root XXUDMH6 official firmware on your phone.

Step 3 - Power off the phone and boot it into Download Mode. To do so, press and hold the Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until the construction Android robot icon with a triangle appears on screen. Then hit Volume Up to confirm entry into Download Mode.

Step 4 - Launch ODIN on computer and connect your phone to it, while the phone is still in Download Mode.

Step 5 - When the phone connects successfully, one of the ID: COM boxes will turn yellow with the corresponding COM port number. This process may take some time. So, leave it alone.

Step 6 - Choose the file that needs to be flashed or installed on your phone. This file is obtained from the extracted file in Step 1.

Click 'PDA' checkbox and selectthe file'CF-Auto-Root-jflte-jfltexx-gtI9500.tar.md5'.

Step 7 - In ODIN, ensure Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options are selected.

Step 8 - Click Start button in ODIN and root installation process will begin, which would take just a few minutes to complete.

Step 9 - Once the root installation is completed, your phone will reboot into Recovery Mode automatically and install the root package files. At this point, your device ID: COM box will also turn green displaying a PASS message.

Step 10 - Finally, when the home screen appears, disconnect the phone from computer.

NOTE: If the device fails to boot into Recovery Mode automatically (as given in Step 10) and root your device, then repeat the entire procedure from start.

OPTIONAL: If the issue still persists, repeat the entire tutorial, but make sure that "Auto Reboot" option is NOT checked in ODIN. Then after installation (Step 9), do the following:

Step 11 - Remove the battery to Power OFF the phone forcefully.

Step 12 - Boot (turn ON your phone) by pressing Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together to enter Recovery Mode manually. This will initiate the root install process on your phone.

Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 is now rooted on Android 4.2.2 XXUDMH6 official firmware. Check for the SuperSU app in your apps list to verify.