Hey there, i have a HTC Evo 3D, what are the advantages and disadvantages(pros/cons) of rooting my phone, im just curious and wonder if it would make any difference to my phone in a better way, ie running faster, etc. Thanks 
Pros and Cons of Rooting?
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pazzo02
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Rooting in itself will not change the way your phone operates. It is the custom ROMs that rooting gives you the ability to install that will increase your performance. Granted, there are many ROMs to choose from, and not every ROM is suited to every individual, but you most likely will experience noticibly faster performance and better battery life with whichever ROM you choose.
Above all, if you decide to root and install a cutom ROM, be sure to follow any and all directions the developer provides for what you're doing. Every device, rooting method, and ROM are unique. The developer has a good reason for you to do something a certain way.
Above all, if you decide to root and install a cutom ROM, be sure to follow any and all directions the developer provides for what you're doing. Every device, rooting method, and ROM are unique. The developer has a good reason for you to do something a certain way.
Rooting is similar as having administrative rights on your computer except for your phone it allows to remove applications loaded on by your carrier. There are a number of applications that require root in order to use the app for example TitaniumBackUp requires root so it can back up all of your applications that you have installed, can remove the carrier bloatware and even restore your apps and data in case your phone is wiped. You can install custom recovery for use to flash to a custom firmware. Rooting does not alter your operating system but it does give you the ability to make changes to your phones os.
The only con I can see is that technically rooting can cause a warranty void, however, I have not heard anyone having their warranty voided on their phone because of a hardware failure.
I say root it because it opens up if you do decide to flash a custom firmware, you can still have all of your apps and data saved to reload once your phone is back up and running a custom firmware.
HTH,
Charlie
The only con I can see is that technically rooting can cause a warranty void, however, I have not heard anyone having their warranty voided on their phone because of a hardware failure.
I say root it because it opens up if you do decide to flash a custom firmware, you can still have all of your apps and data saved to reload once your phone is back up and running a custom firmware.
HTH,
Charlie
So, if I root I have to follow the devolpers rights and do what they said, for instance if they want me to delete a app that I love I have to get rid of it? I am new to this and am trying to understand it. Also what do they refer to when they said tether your phone?
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A developer won't tell you to delete any apps. Their instructions will be the steps needed to properly do what your trying to do. You'll understand more the deeper you go into the world of custom ROMs. For instance, there is more than one way to install a custom ROM, and if a developer intends you to install it a certain way, that's how you should do it. Unless you like to cause yourself unnecessary headaches.
Here's an article that discusses the pros & cons of rooting:
The pros and cons of Rooting, and where to learn how.
The pros and cons of Rooting, and where to learn how.
Cons...? What cons? 
totally breaking your phone is a con, but that will not happen if you are carefully to read instructions and ask questions before diving into something. And seeing as you are aalready asking, you will probably not have trouble at all. Pros.... my 600 MHz phone is now running at 30% faster at 825 MHz... if that didn't make sense to you its like being able to drive your car 30% faster
totally breaking your phone is a con, but that will not happen if you are carefully to read instructions and ask questions before diving into something. And seeing as you are aalready asking, you will probably not have trouble at all. Pros.... my 600 MHz phone is now running at 30% faster at 825 MHz... if that didn't make sense to you its like being able to drive your car 30% fasterInteresting , I will have to read more before I do this and be sure and yes I do want my phone to run faster and more battery life, etc. 
, I will have to read more before I do this and be sure and yes I do want my phone to run faster and more battery life, etc. Interesting
Do some reading over XDA Forums as well.
Hope that helps.
1 pro is you can use download and install an app that allows you to tether your data w/o paying the extra monthly cost.
Just like all others said, rooting doesn't do anything by itself, but it allows a custom ROM to be install which in turn can drastically change your device and add free features such as tethering. If you feel comfortable with the process, proceed. But make sure you backup your current ROM and follow procedures exactly.
pazzo02
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Other than voiding your warranty, there is nothing illegal about it. Tethering without paying for it on the other hand...
Rooting is definitely legal, but like people said, it may void your warranty. There are advantages and disadvantages to rooting. This article lists some of them:
The pros and cons of Rooting, and where to learn how.
The pros and cons of Rooting, and where to learn how.
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Rooting is legal. It likely will void your warranty, for good reason. An unrooted phone is protected from you tinkering around in the OS and breaking things. Why should your carrier honor a warranty if you overclock your phone and burn out your CPU?
That said, every Android device in my home is rooted. I have an OG DINC and an ASUS Transformer, and my wife has a LG Regolution. The benefits to rooting far outweigh the risks IF you are careful and pay attention to instructions.
The limitations of what you can do with a rooted Android device are limited only by the hardware you own and the imagination of developers. Everything from a complete overhaul of the stock UI, to adjusting your CPU for performance or battery life.
That said, every Android device in my home is rooted. I have an OG DINC and an ASUS Transformer, and my wife has a LG Regolution. The benefits to rooting far outweigh the risks IF you are careful and pay attention to instructions.
The limitations of what you can do with a rooted Android device are limited only by the hardware you own and the imagination of developers. Everything from a complete overhaul of the stock UI, to adjusting your CPU for performance or battery life.
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