Samsung recently rolled out the Android 4.2.2 XXUAMDM Jelly Bean official update for the LTE version of Galaxy S4 with model number I9505. The I9505XXUAMDM is an unbranded version of firmware and can be grabbed via Samsung Kies server. Users from supported regions also can install the update using Odin.

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Firmware details

PDA: I9505XXUAMDM

Modem: I9505XXUAMDE

CSC: I9505OXAAMDE

Version: Android 4.2.2

Region: Germany

Country: Europe

Carrier: Unbranded

Build date: 12 April, 2013

Galaxy S4 users who have already upgraded their handsets with Android 4.2.2 XXUAMDM Jelly Bean and are currently looking for a root method may follow our step-by-step guide. The tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by recognised XDA developer, chainfire.

IBTimes UK reminds its readers that it will not be held responsible for any mishap. Before following the root guide, users are advised to verify that their devices meet the set of requirements.

Pre-requisites

1) Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 to transfer files between the Android device to the computer.

2) Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone to connect it with the computer and use Android SDK with it. [Press Menu>> Settings>> Applications. From there navigate and click on Development option and ensure the USB Debugging Mode is turned on.]

3) As the tutorial might wipe out all data of the phone, create a backup. If the device is having custom recovery such as ClockworkMod/TWRP already installed then users are recommended to backup data using the recovery.

4) The Galaxy S4 should have above 80 per cent battery charge.

5) The device should be factory unlocked and not locked to a particular carrier.

6) Rooting the phone will void manufacturer's warranty. However, users can reclaim the warranty back by unrooting the device later.

7) The root file used in the guide works only on Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505. Applying this on any incorrect variant might brick the device. Therefore, verify the model number of the Galaxy S4 by navigating to Settings>> About phone.

Steps to root Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505 on Android 4.2.2 XXUAMDM Jelly Bean

1) Download CF-Auto-Root package for Samsung Galaxy S4 to the computer. Then extract the downloaded rooting zip file

2) Download Odin3 v1.85 which will help to root the Jelly Bean firmware

3) Turn off the Galaxy S4. Now boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding the Volume Down + Home buttons together and then press the Power button until the construction Android robot and a triangle appears on the screen on the phone. Press the Power button again to continue to enter Download Mode

4) Run Odin on the computer

5) Plug in the USB cable to the phone to connect it with the computer while it is in Download Mode. Wait for some time until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn yellow with the COM port number. An Added message will appear under Odin window when the phone is connected successfully. If the message does not come then try another USB port, try the one located at the back side of the computer. In case that too does not work, then re-install USB driver

6) In Odin, click on PDA button and select the CF-Auto-Root-jflte-jfltexx-gti9505.zip

7) Ensure that the Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time checkboxes are selected in Odin. Also verify that the Re-Partition option is unchecked

8) Double check everything and click the Start button in Odin. The installation process should begin now and would take few minutes to complete

9) Once the installation process is completed, the phone will reboot into Recovery Mode automatically and install the root package. The ID: COM box will then turn green

10) When the home screen appears on the phone, unplug the USB cable from the device to disconnect it from the computer

Troubleshooting issues

Sometimes the device does not boot into Recovery Mode (after step-9) and root the device. If that happens, then perform the following steps

a) Perform the tutorial again but ensure that the Auto Reboot option is unchecked. Then after step-9 do the following

b) Pull out the battery to turn off the phone forcefully

c) Now boot the device into recovery mode by pressing and holding the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together. Doing this will start the installation process to root the phone

Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505 should now be rooted successfully on Android 4.2.2 XXUAMDM Jelly Bean. Open the app list of the phone and check for an app called SuperSU. To ensure the aforementioned root method is installed and working properly, verify with the Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

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[Source: Team Android]

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