Don’t be afraid – I was. But once I took the time to understand what was out there, rooting your Droid and flashing (changing) the ROM is quite simple. And it’s well worth it – you get much more customizability and improved performance.
Admittedly, I had problems with mine the first time. After a few backups, wipes and installs, it’s actually quite simple. It took me quite some time to sift through all of the various options and dated instructions out there. Note: I use the original Droid, though you can find other similar phones and methods at Lifehacker. And this method is only for Windows.
Downloads
- Visit the Motorola site to download the USB drivers
- Download the SuperOneClick rooting software
Process
- Install the USB drivers
- Put your phone in the USB debugging mode (Settings > Applications > Development and check the USB Debugging box at the top)
- Install and start SuperOneClick
- Plug your phone into the USB (do NOT mount the SD card)
- Click “Root” on the SuperOneClick application
- Once completed, it will ask you to confirm and test
- Open your app drawer and find SuperUser application – if this exists, your phone is rooted.
For more details or help, visit the SuperOneClick site
