Hi, I have a galaxy S2 from Australia, had for about 4 months now. Was wondering if there is better software, firmware, os etc etc that can improve my phone?
I remember I use to do this with my old i8910 Omnia HD, I use to flash it all the time with different firmwares n stuff.
But I don't have a clue with the galaxy s2, can sum1 help me here plz? Thnx.
READ is your answer .
Guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125282
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
+ Custom roms in the development sections .
jje
For Android OS, we call firmwares ROMs.
Maybe you should try to install a custom ROM that fits you best, and with more features.
First you have to root your phone using these links from my sig:
Follow the instructions from Intratech's post, and use the insecure kernel from the InsecureXWKDD link
XWKDD Insecure & Odin3: http://tinyurl.com/InsecureXWKDD
Then choose a ROM from this selection of ROMs:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1253665
I recommend MIUI, Criskelo ROM, Lite'ning ROM, CheckROM or SensatioN ROM.
Stock ROMs: http://tinyurl.com/IntratechFirmware
thanks guys
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I have just got my new Samsung S2 after using an xperia x10i for the last 18 months, I have no problem rooting, flashing etc with that but with this new phone I have no idea and would really appreciate any help.
I have read a few posts regarding rooting and flashing, downloaded Odin but as far as kernels and roms go, not really much idea yet.
My phone is currently o2 first off I want to root it but make sure I get the right things I currently have
BB - I9100XXKE7
Kernel - 2.6.35.7 I9100XWKE7-CL276555 [email protected] #2
Build - GB.XWKF3
I already have siperoneclick but,
do I need this Insecure Kernel - GT-I9100_XWKF3_insecure - GT-I9100_XWKF3_insecure
and this Original Kernel - GT-I9100_XWKF3_original - GT-I9100_XWKF3_original
From Odia's thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1101671&highlight=insecure+kernels
I would like to replace the rom with a Generic UK or Europe rom for now before looking at custom roms but don't know which to use.
I am trying to answer my own questions but would really appreciate help in confirming I am reading things right and guiding me to the correct generic rom which I think is on this thread by Intratech.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
I would not normally ask but find out myself but this phone makes me a real noob here.
Root + CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Suggest KH3 stock rom and KH3 root .
Post 3 stock roms root with KH3 as well .
XEU = UK
jje
Hey yall
Just got my SGS2 International (GT-9100) and my screen protectors should be here in a couple days. I want to root it and put a custom ROM on it the minute I take it out of the box, much like I did with my SGS Captivate. On the Captivate, things were easy: flash to stock, flash cwm recovery via update.zip, flash Cognition (great ROM). So my questions:
1) I see a lot of stuff about different kernels, modems, radios, etc. I understand kernels, but is there any benefit to swapping out modems and radios? I kind of want a ROM like Cognition was for the captivate where everything is packaged as one. Also, what kernels would be considered closest to stock?
2) What's all this about a usb jig?? What are the yellow triangle and the kernel mod count?
I'm in the US but I bought the phone online so I don't know what country its branded for...I don't know if that would effect the firmware on it
WhatsAHinduToDo said:
Hey yall
Just got my SGS2 International (GT-9100) and my screen protectors should be here in a couple days. I want to root it and put a custom ROM on it the minute I take it out of the box, much like I did with my SGS Captivate. On the Captivate, things were easy: flash to stock, flash cwm recovery via update.zip, flash Cognition (great ROM). So my questions:
1) I see a lot of stuff about different kernels, modems, radios, etc. I understand kernels, but is there any benefit to swapping out modems and radios? I kind of want a ROM like Cognition was for the captivate where everything is packaged as one. Also, what kernels would be considered closest to stock?
Stock kernel closest others are adapted you would have to test each .
Cognition SGS2 is a very good custom rom .
2) What's all this about a usb jig?? What are the yellow triangle and the kernel mod count?
Search will answer that .
You need to start reading the FAQs and Guides first .
FAQ
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1065995
Guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125282
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Root + CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Custom Rom Counter .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1068522
better battery stats .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1179809
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Hello guys,
I'm a new "rooter" and my English isn't really good. I think it's because I'm from Germany, not from the US or the UK^^. Atleast it isn't as good as I could find the answer to my question (I bet this sentence is wrong xD).
My problem is, that I want to use the Pure ICS Custom ROM from Spike. Until now, I only get Version 4.0 running on my Galaxy S2 GT-I9100 for which you need XXLP1/XXLP2. I want to run PURE ICS v7.2 oder v7.3. For v7.2 I need to get the Stock ROM of XWLP4 and for v7.3 I need to get the XWLP8 running. I tried many installation guides, but I just can't get those Stock ROMs running.
What are the requieremts to get XWLP4, XWLP7, XWLP8 (stock) running?
Thank you!
No requirements except to have a i9100 not G model and to follow the instructions .
Instructions in this post .
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
LP7 and 8 posted in general section ICS firmware .
jje
I dont have the G model.
So that mean, i can flash every firmware I want? And the carrer doesn't matter?
Because i have problems installing XXLPQ, LP4 and XWLP7 etc. I always get a bootloop and theres no way to get into recovery mode. I just get the firmwares XXLP1 and XXLP2 running. the XXLP1/2 ROMs are 4 parts (PIT, PDA, PHONE, CSC) and the other i tried are only 1 part, the DPA part. is this the problem?
There is an LP7 rom which is euro wide - just means you cant use KIES to update and you lose your carriers branded material.
I loaded the LP7 onto my UK phone and it worked perfectly - just remember to wipe your data first - this could be the problem of the bootloops.
There is also the cfkernal link to get root and cwm on your phone.
Good luck in your search for the correct answer.
ChevoJulius said:
Hello guys,
I'm a new "rooter" and my English isn't really good. I think it's because I'm from Germany, not from the US or the UK^^. Atleast it isn't as good as I could find the answer to my question (I bet this sentence is wrong xD).
My problem is, that I want to use the Pure ICS Custom ROM from Spike. Until now, I only get Version 4.0 running on my Galaxy S2 GT-I9100 for which you need XXLP1/XXLP2. I want to run PURE ICS v7.2 oder v7.3. For v7.2 I need to get the Stock ROM of XWLP4 and for v7.3 I need to get the XWLP8 running. I tried many installation guides, but I just can't get those Stock ROMs running.
What are the requieremts to get XWLP4, XWLP7, XWLP8 (stock) running?
Thank you!
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I have literally switched between 14-15 Roms,the one stood out for me is Resurection rom builds,great work by the Dev and it really is the best ICS experience,so go ahead flash the latest version it's stable and has the best battery flow,im using v1.4 though =D
Hello everyone..
I am a new user of android, bought SG2 few days back.. I have spent a whole day on understanding how to upgrade my gs2 from 2.3.4 to ICS.
The biggest problem i am facing that i cant understand the terminologies and steps in upgrading os.. SO please guide me in easy language, lol
Info of my gs2 is..
Model GTi9100
Android Version 2.3.4
Baseband Version I9100XXKI1
Kernel Version 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKI4-CL575468
[email protected] #2
Build number GINGERBREAD.XWKI4
Current Firmware PDA:KI4 / PHONE:KI1 / CSC:KI1
(XFM)
Please guide me step by step.. Will be waiting for your reply guys
Thanks in advance!
aprat from KIES update there are 2 ways,
1) official ICS flash from ODIN, 2) Custom Roms flash from CWM
for official you dont need Rooting,
for flashing Custom Roms from CWM you need Rooting & CWM.
Official Roms :http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1544487
custom Roms you can find here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1204
rooting and Odin flash guides are there in my signature links
to learn more : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1442549
OP Kies is your official update path download it from Samsung .
Or the XDA path as posted above but you will need to read and understand .
jje
thank you Zacq8 and Jjegan..
thanks for quick response, suggest me which is the best and less battery consuming ROM for sg2? Official or custom?
Neither. No such thing as best. Less battery depends on how you have the phone setup & how you use it (everyone is different). Try some roms out for yourself to find out which works best for you.
ehmeds said:
thanks for quick response, suggest me which is the best and less battery consuming ROM for sg2? Official or custom?
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What suggested by Mistahbungle +
only what we can answer as per the rule is, By flashing official ROM you will not get any suppot from Samsung, by flasing a custom rom you may get support from it's Developer through his thread in this forum.
in development section, there are not only a single post of ROM of each custom Rom thread but there are prolonged discussions on each one, go through them before selecting one...
Hello all, so right now im on slimbean 4.3 rom and was considering returning to stock 4.3 (mk6) jellybean update. I've read around the threads that there are rom which are prerooted and deodexed and can be flashed in cwm, but im not so sure about the modem part, as ive never changed my modem since purchasing the phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2569180
Can anyone advice me about this and what should i do? When i check my about phone it is i9300XXEMA5
Also if i flash a custom stock rom like this one
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2541054
Do I have to change the modem?
You need to read the faqs and guides .
You need to read the custom rom description regarding modems some include a modem .
The rom you linked to says almost at the top of its introduction .
<<<<<(this flashes the MK6 modem(EFS V2) and the new version does not include an option to backup.) >>>>
It flashes a new modem .
so if it gives several options for modems in aroma installer, which one should i choose?
lopiop said:
so if it gives several options for modems in aroma installer, which one should i choose?
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The one you want for your network its all in the faqs .
Guide to unroot/back to stock
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1710613
if i flash the modem which is included in the custom rom, will i have the no network, imei problem, or will it not bother my efs? i already backed up my efs and was planning to try out this 4.3 rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2060403