Samsung Galaxy S4 (All Variant): Flash TWRP Touch Recovery 2.5.0.2

John Clarkson May 29, 2013 Galaxy S4, Samsung

By now, you should have a rooted Samsung Galaxy S4 on hand. Check out our guide on how to root Samsung Galaxy S4 for all variant before proceed to the next section of the tutorial. We always recommend to check the root access using as this is a very important steps in any recovery or custom rom flashing process. Once you have done, take sometime for brief description of TWRP touch recovery as below:

TWRP touch recovery is developed under Team Win Recovery Project. TWRP recovery GUI is fully XML driven and completely theme-able. You can even customized every aspect of the look of TWRP recovery. It does beyond the stock recovery and highly customizable. With the continuous improvement on custom recovery installation, you may not even need to flash it in download mode or recovery mode.

Installation of TWRP recovery required no data wipe or flashing a full prerooted factory image. You may keep your existing data and media files in your device while performing the flashing process. Nevertheless, we highly recommend to make a backup before any modification on your device to avoid data corruption.

Samsung Galaxy S4 is a high end smartphone with 5.0 inches Super AMOLED display (441ppi), Qualcomm Quad-Core 1.9GHz processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage and 13MP rear camera. It is running latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean out of the box.

How to Flash TWRP Touch Recovery 2.5.0.2 on Samsung Galaxy S4 (AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint)

Disclaimer: It’s always a risk to modify your device. We, Android Teen are not responsible for any damage or bricks on your device. Your device warranty may void with any mod. Check your devices warranty’s term & conditions before start. (HTC,Samsung, LG, Sony, Motorola). Use this guide on your own risk, contact us for help if you face problem.

Pre-requisites & Requirements

  1. Samsung Galaxy S4 (All Variant) (Ensure correct device model and firmware; Check device model – Go to Settings -> About Device -> Model Number)
  2. Windows-based computer or laptop
  3. Download Samsung Galaxy S4 USB driver for Windows and install in your computer.
  4. Connect device to computer with USB cable to complete installation.
  5. Skip this step if you have installed the USB driver.
  6. Enable USB Debugging on your device. How to Enable USB Debugging Mode on Android Devices.
  7. Make sure your phone is charged to 60% 80% to avoid battery blackout and interruption during this tutorial.
  8. We recommend you make a backup on your data and media files before the tutorial. You may restore the data and files if necessary.

Reminder: You do not need to wipe your device but we always suggest your backup before flashing. Ensure you meet the requirements before proceed. Contact us if you face problem.

Download

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Instructions:

  1. Access to Google Play Store via your device.
  2. Download and install GooManager.
  3. Open GooManager. You are required to accept root permission for GooManager.
  4. Press Menu and install OpenRecovery.
  5. Wait patiently for the installation to take place.
  6. Once installation completes, TWRP Touch Recovery is installed on your device

Enjoy your rooted Galaxy S4 with TWRP Touch Recovery installed. Do not forget to us or give us a if it works for you.

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By John Clarkson
A 17 years old young tech enthusiast who loves Android and smartphone. He love to learn and share Android latest technologies to public users. He likes to play around with custom ROM flashing, customize theme, system tweaking and discussion with other developers on Android development. Now, he owns Galaxy S3, LG Optimus L5, Sony Xperia Z and pre-owned Sony Xperia P, HTC One X, LG Optimus G.