Triangle Away is a focused Samsung device tool that detects the flash counter and firmware state and can reset the counter when supported. It requires root and guides users through the necessary reboot steps, backed by an extensive compatibility list and clear safety warnings. Not ranked in any top list, the app has a solid 4.31 rating from 5,062 users with 100,000+ total installs and -1 downloads in the last 30 days.
Pros & Cons
Very targeted Samsung device support with a detailed compatibility list
Directly resets the flash counter when supported
Clear in-app flow for required reboot/boot mode steps
Honest safety notes and root-access requirements to manage expectations
Requires root access, limiting the audience to rooted devices
Paid app ($2.49) vs potential free alternatives
Limited to Samsung devices and specific supported models
About [root] Triangle Away
[root] Triangle Away was a tools app developed by Chainfire. It was removed from Google Play Feb 1, 2019 and is no longer available for download.
Download Statistics
[root] Triangle Away had been downloaded 220 thousand times before it became unavailable.
User Ratings
[root] Triangle Away was rated 4.31 out of 5 stars, based on 5.1 thousand ratings.
App Information
[root] Triangle Away cost $2.49 to download. The APK download size was 311.91 kB. The last available version was 3.26. The last update was on January 16, 2014.
Technical Requirements
The app had a content rating of Everyone. The app had been available on Google Play August 2012.
Description
NOTICE: CHECK DEVICE COMPATIBILITY IN THE LIST BELOW BEFORE INSTALLING. NOT SURE? TRY THE FREE VERSION!
Many Samsung devices store a flash counter that keeps track of how many times you have flashed *custom* firmwares to your device. On some devices, a yellow triangle or other sort of visual warning is also displayed during boot if you are running a *custom* firmware. TriangleAway was built to disable the triangle (if a visual warning is present) and reset the custom ROM flash counter to 0. This app requires root !
You can find out the current status of your flash counter and firmware state (custom or official) by booting into "download mode" on most devices. The usual way of getting into "download mode" is by first turning off your device, then turning it on by pressing and holding VolDown+(Home)+Power. Alternatively, the "adb reboot download" command also often works.
When you run TriangleAway, if your device and firmware are supported, it will show you the detected state of the binary (custom or official) and flash counter value, and the option to "Reset flash counter". Please confirm that the information shown is correct before resetting the values.
On a number of devices, TriangleAway can work, but your firmware may not be supported directly. In that case, the app will tell you it needs to reboot into a special boot mode, which will be happen if you select "Reset flash counter". The device will reboot into a special mode which will allow you to review the current status and reset the binary and flash counter values (or abort and do nothing). On some devices this will actually trigger the counter to 1 if its 0 - so if you're "just checking", do that in download mode!
!!! THIS IS A DANGEROUS OPERATION AND COULD POTENTIALLY BRICK YOUR DEVICE. PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK. A USB JIG IS PREFERRED IF YOU HAVE A WORKING ONE !!! ( and by brick I mean brick - only a board replacement or a JTAG unit will be able to save you, don't mess with boot(loader) stuff unless you *really* mean it! )
Note#1: using Triangle Away may unmount your SD card. Reboot or manually remount it from Android settings.
Note#2: on new devices status can only be reset on stock firmwares!
** Various models are supported depending on firmware, but only the exact models listed are supported regardless of firmware version.
If Triangle Away works may depend on your kernel, try flashing a different one.
Note that some devices set the counter to 1 at every boot if you are running a custom kernel or recovery. On these devices, Triangle Away may always display 1 - make sure to check the counter in download mode!
For discussion and technical details, see the XDA-Developers.com thread here:
This download is also available completely for free from that thread. You can go there and download it for free, or buy me a beer and download it from Play. It is the same program.
Notice about future updates - http://www.chainfire.eu/articles/118/Triangle_Away_vs_Samsung/
Recent changes: v3.26 - Fixed: on some devices nothing happened when you pressed "reset flash counter". Oops :)
v3.25 - Updated support for the SGS4 Qualcomm family: Android 4.4.2 - Added support for the Note3 Qualcomm family on Android 4.4.2 (only) --- Note3 QC INTL GT-N9005 --- Note3 QC T-Mobile SM-N900T (untested) --- Note3 QC Sprint SM-N900P (untested) --- Note3 QC Canadia SM-N900W8 (untested) --- Note3 QC Asia SM-N900S/2/6/8/9 (untested)
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★★★★★
Galaxy s6 edge Doesnt work on my galaxy s6 edge . I have used this app in the past on my old samsung phones . Pls support galaxy s6 edge . U guys are fast in doing things thats y u deserve a 4*
★★★★★
Three application works on GT-I9105P and I'm pretty sure it will work on the GT-I9105. Five stars, Perfect!
★★★★★
Samsung Galaxy S4 AT&T Worked great to clean my custom status just ran the reset counter option, then it fixed it to Normal status counter was already at 0. Great app, thanks Chainfire
★★★★★
Just works note 2 t889 I've been trying for months to find a way to fix my screen mirror built in app. After root and I'mei change this is the only program that actually worked!!!!!!!! Bravo to the developer your a saint.
★★☆☆☆
Does not work with my device Samsung note 10.1 (2014 Edition) SM-P600 XSA also does not work on Samsung tab S 8.4 t700
★★☆☆☆
Doesn't work on Galaxy S4 Tried so many times... phone rooted but doesn't work. Counter still shows 3. Pls get it working.
★★☆☆☆
Does not work for my phone Does not work for my phone and no option to get a refund. I would like my money back especially if I can't even use it
Technologies used by [root] Triangle Away
[root] Triangle Away is requesting 7 permissions and is using 0 libraries.
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Trust & Safety: Requires root access and performs system-level operations to reset the flash counter, so it includes explicit safety warnings (e.g., potential brick risk, SD-card unmounting). Permissions include ACCESS_SUPERUSER, GET_TASKS, INTERNET, READ/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED, and WAKE_LOCK. Users should verify device compatibility and proceed with caution.
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