If you are an Android user, you may have heard the term “rooting” being thrown around. Rooting is the process of gaining access to the root of the system partition on an Android device, which allows for more control over your phone or tablet. It gives you the ability to remove pre-installed apps that you don’t want and install apps that only work on rooted phones. There are a ton of great root-only apps that can give you even more control over your device.
For those who are wondering how to root their device, the process is slightly different for every device. The best way to find out how to root your device is to Google the exact model of your device followed by “rooting instructions.” You’ll find plenty of beginner-level instructions that will help you figure it out. However, be aware that rooting your device voids your warranty.
On the iOS side, the term “jailbreaking” is used instead of rooting. Jailbreaking gives you more control over your iPhone, iPod or iPad, and allows for customization that wasn’t previously available. For example, in iOS, you used to need to jailbreak your device to add wallpapers. Again, the process of jailbreaking is slightly different for every device, but you can find specific instructions with a quick Google search.
While rooting or jailbreaking your device may seem intimidating, it’s relatively easy if you follow the instructions. Just be sure to read the comments below the instructions to ensure that the guide is trustworthy. Once you have rooted or jailbroken your device, you will have more control over it, and you’ll be able to do all sorts of things that weren’t possible before.
In the end, whether you decide to root or jailbreak your device is up to you. Just keep in mind that rooting or jailbreaking does void your warranty, so proceed with caution.