Our today’s tutorial is on “How to root Samsung Galaxy S4 Active”. Here we are not talking about the international version of Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9525), its just about AT&T Samsung Galaxy S4 Active SGH-i537. Which is based on Geohot’s method, and it is working on the Android 4.2.2 version for Samsung Galaxy S4 Active.
Instructions: How To Root Samsung Galaxy S4 Active (AT&T SGH-i537)
Disclaimer: It’s always a risk to modify your Smart phone device. iPho9 is not responsible for any damage. Your device warranty may void with any mod. Check your devices warranty’s term & conditions before starting process.(HTC,Samsung,LG, Sony, Motorola). Use this guide on your own risk, contact us for help if you are facing any problem.
Pr-Requisites & Requirements
- Samsung Galaxy S4 Active (AT&T SGH-i537) running Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Firmware (Ensure correct device model and firmware; to Check device model – Go to Settings -> About Device -> Model Number)
- PC or laptop running Windows
- Download Samsung Galaxy S4 Active USB driver for Windows to install on your computer.
- USB cable to connect device to computer.
- Enable USB Debugging on your device.
- Your phone should be charged to 60% to 80% to avoid battery blackout or interruption during this rooting process.
- We highly recommend you to make a backup of your data and media files before starting the rooting process.
Download Geohot Root APK
- Geohot Root APK (ar.apk | 73KB) – Source
Step By Step Guide: How To Root Samsung Galaxy S4 Active
Step No.1: Ensure you allow third party app installation. (Goto Settings -> Security -> Tick on Unknown sources)
Step No.2: Now download ar.apk to your Samsung Galaxy S4 Active.
Step No.3: Open the downloaded file and proceed for installation.
Step No.4: Now after these steps, you will see a successful root installation message.
Step No.5: Download and install SuperSU from Google Play Store.
Step No.6: Open installed SuperSU app and update to the latest binary once.
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