Book description
Make your Android device truly your own
Are you eager to make your Android device your own but you're not sure where to start? Then this is the book for you. XDA is the world's most popular resource for Android hacking enthusiasts, and a huge community has grown around customizing Android devices with XDA. XDA's Android Hacker's Toolkit gives you the tools you need to customize your devices by hacking or rooting the android operating system.
Providing a solid understanding of the internal workings of the Android operating system, this book walks you through the terminology and functions of the android operating system from the major nodes of the file system to basic OS operations. As you learn the fundamentals of Android hacking that can be used regardless of any new releases, you'll discover exciting ways to take complete control over your device.
Teaches theory, preparation and practice, and understanding of the OS
Explains the distinction between ROMing and theming
Provides step-by-step instructions for Droid, Xoom, Galaxy Tab, LG Optimus, and more
Identifies the right tools for various jobs
Contains new models enabling you to root and customize your phone
Offers incomparable information that has been tried and tested by the amazing XDA community of hackers, gadgeteers, and technicians
XDA's Android Hacker's Toolkit is a simple, one-stop resource on hacking techniques for beginners.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Table of Contents
- Title Page
- Introduction
- Part I: What You Need to Know
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Part II: Manufacturer Guidelines and Device-Specific Guides
- Chapter 7: HTC EVO 3D: A Locked Device
- Chapter 8: Nexus One: An Unlockable Device
- Chapter 9: HTC ThunderBolt: A Tightly Locked Device
- Chapter 10: Droid Charge: Flashing with ODIN
- Chapter 11: Nexus S: An Unlocked Device
- Chapter 12: Motorola Xoom: An Unlocked Honeycomb Tablet
- Chapter 13: Nook Color: Rooting with a Bootable SD Card
- Appendix A: Setting Up Android SDK and ADB Tools
Product information
- Title: XDA Developers' Android Hacker's Toolkit
- Author(s):
- Release date: May 2012
- Publisher(s): Wiley
- ISBN: 9781119961550
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