If you’ve been in the Android modding scene for a while, you know the names: Magisk, the original KernelSU… they’ve been heroes for years. But Android keeps evolving, and our tools need to keep up. That’s where KernelSU Next comes in. It’s not just an update; it feels like a genuine leap forward.
Think of it as the refined, more powerful cousin of the KernelSU you might know. It’s a next-gen root solution that takes the brilliant idea of kernel-level root access and polishes it to a mirror shine. The goal? To deliver safe and stable root access with even faster root execution and less hassle. It’s built from the ground up to handle the demands of modern Android.
Why Do We Even Need a “Next” Version?
Remember the frustration of updating your phone to a new Android version, only to find your root method broken for weeks? Or that one app that somehow always detected root, no matter what you hid? I’ve spent countless hours troubleshooting those exact issues.
We need KernelSU Next because the old ways are starting to show their age. Android is getting more secure (and more restrictive), and we need a root method that’s not just keeping up but is ahead of the curve. It’s designed for advanced KernelSU support right out of the gate, offering improved app compatibility so you can spend less time hiding and more time actually using your rooted phone.
The Standout Features That Make It Shine
So, what makes KernelSU Next so special? It’s all in the details:
- Built for Modern Android: Its biggest strength is that it works on the latest Android versions. You won’t be left waiting months for compatibility after a major OS update.
- Smoother and Stealthier: Experience enhanced systemless root with minimal system impact. This means better performance and a much lower chance of your favorite apps detecting and complaining about root.
- The Best of Both Worlds: Don’t worry about your favorite modules. It fully supports Magisk modules, giving you access to that massive library while enjoying the superior stability of kernel-level integration.
- Surprisingly Simple: Despite its power, it boasts an easy installation process (often just flashing a kernel in custom recovery). The reliable kernel integration means it just works, every time.
- A Power User’s Dream: With developer-friendly features and secure root customization, it offers next-level root management for those who want to truly fine-tune their device.
In short, KernelSU Next isn’t just another root method. It’s the modern, efficient, and worry-free evolution that the Android modding community has been waiting for.
Changelog:
- manager: fix module_update Label item colour by @HotarunIchijou in #534
- Update portuguese translation by @igormiguell in #518
- Update Polish translation by @kam821 in #521
- Update Ukranian by @roizencodding in #552
- fix: update manager translation for zh-rCN & zh-rTW by @axelpln in #556
- Update strings.xml by @chemchetchagio in #553
- Update Russian by @mrvokintos in #557
- Improve README by @erffy in #562
- fix: complete the text of the module labels by @axelpln in #558
- Update Ukranian by @roizencodding in #566
- Improve README_UA by @roizencodding in #569
- update translations in docs and manager by @igormiguell in #571
- Update Ukranian by @roizencodding in #573
- Update Russian by @mrvokintos in #574
- fix: update translation for zh-rCH & zh-rTW by @axelpln in #575
- Update Vietnamese Translation by @SaleOff in #578
- Update translations by @igormiguell in #580
- Update and fix Italian translation by @luigimak in #583
- Update README_UA by @roizencodding in #577
- manager: fix integer underflow in get_manager_uid by @ThePedroo in #591
- Fix Japanese translation of SELinux status by @cynagenautes in #590
- New Crowdin updates by @rifsxd in #623
- Update Polish README by @kam821 in #624
- docs: Update README_TR.md by @erffy in #598
- New Crowdin updates by @rifsxd in #627
- New Crowdin updates by @rifsxd in #629
- New Crowdin updates by @rifsxd in #634
- docs: Add Spanish README by @Berserkr2k in #628
- New Crowdin updates by @rifsxd in #644
- ksud: Add second_stage init variant by @ederevx in #653
- New Crowdin updates by @rifsxd in #646
New Contributors
@HotarunIchijou made their first contribution in #534
@erffy made their first contribution in #562
@SaleOff made their first contribution in #578
@ThePedroo made their first contribution in #591
@cynagenautes made their first contribution in #590
@rifsxd made their first contribution in #623
@Berserkr2k made their first contribution in #628
@ederevx made their first contribution in #653
