So you decided to root your EVO just to get that free tethering, but now you have an issue and have to return that device to the Sprint store. You start with the simple re-flash to stock and get all your information off when – uh oh… Superuser is still listed in your app list.
Well, this is actually a pretty simple process, but without instructions, it’s a serious problem.
1) Do not try to unroot your phone until you get superuser.apk removed.
2) Simply download Root Explorer from the Market.
3) Open Root Explorer and enable “Write” by clicking the Mount R/O and switching it to Mount R/W. This enables you to change files in this program.
4) Navigate to Android > System > App >
5) Scroll down to superuser.apk, long press and select Delete.
6) REPEAT this for all superuser.apk files that you encounter.
You can now check your application list by simply pressing the Home button and pulling up your app list. Now uninstall all your ‘root’ apps, including Root Explorer, and enjoy your ‘unrooted look’ EVO. You can also perform an unroot now if you are really concerned that they will give you grief, but most of the store people only look for a few applications that are red flags.
Also, make sure to reinstall your bloatware before you return your device as missing Sprint apps are a sure sign of alteration.
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