Samsung Galaxy Stardust S766c Root/OS Upgrade

[Iron124]

Hello all, I'm making a rather detailed thread hoping somebody with far more experience than I in this field can answer some questions that I have.

My current personal smartphone is a Samsung Galaxy Stardust "S766C". It's currently running Android 4.3 Jellybean, and is on the Tracfone network.

Recently, I've noticed a number of apps that I've wanted to install only support Android 4.4 or higher. (Yes, Pokemon GO is one of them). I've checked with my phone's software update, and it doesn't seem any updates are available for my OS, so it doesn't seem I'll be getting any further official updates for this device.

So what I was wondering, is if it's possible to root this phone and install a newer, more compatible OS, such as 5.0 or 6.0? I've also heard custom ROMs can also accomplish a similar feat, namely things like CyanogenMod (although I could not find a version compatible with my device). Basically, what would I need to do to get these apps installed and functioning normally, without bricking my phone or accidentally discontinuing service?

I've conducted a bit of research, but have been scare in finding specific tutorials or solutions to my given scenario. I really do not want to upgrade my phone, I purchased it less than a year ago and the hardware is still more-than-enough to meet my needs.

Thanks.

 

[shahbaz200]

I don't think so you would be able to upgrade it. But if you wan't I can give you easy method to root it without much efforts(though I don't confirm it must work, all devices are different!)

Also did you tried installing Pokemon GO to see if it works?