{"id":12754,"date":"2018-03-13T11:24:14","date_gmt":"2018-03-13T08:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unlockunit.com\/blog\/?p=12754"},"modified":"2018-04-12T16:47:24","modified_gmt":"2018-04-12T13:47:24","slug":"how-to-root-samsung-galaxy-grand-prime","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unlockunit.com\/blog\/how-to-root-samsung-galaxy-grand-prime\/","title":{"rendered":"How to root Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime"},"content":{"rendered":"

Despite being just a mid-range model, the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime is one of the South Korean manufacturer\u2019s best-selling smartphones ever made. <\/span><\/p>\n

Nowadays, it doesn\u2019t receive updates anymore, since it\u2019s a relatively old model, but this shouldn\u2019t be such a big issue, as you can install updates on your own, as long as the phone is rooted. Yes, we\u2019re going to talk about how to root Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime.<\/span><\/p>\n

Before starting with the actual guide, you should know that even though the process is relatively safe, as long as you follow the correct instructions, there is always a chance that something could go wrong. We are not responsible if something happens to your phone during the rooting process.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why should I root my Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime?<\/span><\/h2>\n

As mentioned above, one of the main reasons why you should do this is to install a custom ROM, based on a more recent Android version that the last one the phone officially received. <\/span><\/p>\n

Besides this, let\u2019s not forget that the handset is running Samsung\u2019s TouchWiz, which includes a lot of bloatware apps which you don\u2019t use at all and do nothing but occupy storage space. <\/span><\/p>\n

Finally, it\u2019s all about customization. You can make your phone really unique, by opting for custom skins and highly-personalizable themes. On the other side, if you\u2019re a stock Android fan, you can go for the Google-themed look as well. <\/span><\/p>\n

You should know that if the phone is still covered by warranty – less likely, though, since it\u2019s relatively old – rooting will completely void it.<\/span><\/p>\n

Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime rooting instructions<\/span><\/h2>\n

Obviously, there are various ways through which this can be done, depending on your technical background. To be more specific, you can go through a lengthy process, which requires connecting the phone to a PC using a cable, or doing without a PC, using just an app.<\/span><\/p>\n

Therefore, let\u2019s see how it can be done!<\/span><\/p>\n

How to root Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime with Odin<\/b><\/h4>\n

If your handset is running on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop, like most of them, rooting it through Odin is the best variant. It\u2019s a very popular application, used by Samsung owners from all over the world, with excellent results.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Rooting<\/p>\n

These are the steps you need to follow: <\/span><\/p>\n

Backup your files<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since you don\u2019t know what could happen during this process, it\u2019s highly advisable to backup all your data, in order to avoid an unpleasant situation. <\/span><\/p>\n

Enable USB Debugging on your phone<\/strong><\/p>\n