Hi,
I have rooted my phone today (woop woop what a difference) and I'm looking now for non branded firmware ICS 4.0.4.
In Original Android Development group there is I9100XWLPM (4.0.4) - Russia (SER). Do you think it will work on my I9100XWLP7 (UK Three network)?
Thanks
Karl
Nah
My opinion? Stick with 4.0.3, the leaked 4.0.4 seems to have caused nothing but trouble.
kdelw said:
Hi,
I have rooted my phone today (woop woop what a difference) and I'm looking now for non branded firmware ICS 4.0.4.
In Original Android Development group there is I9100XWLPM (4.0.4) - Russia (SER). Do you think it will work on my I9100XWLP7 (UK Three network)?
Thanks
Karl
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Its personal choice if you want 4.0.4 have a look here http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&t=1&o=1&m=GT-I9100&r=1#regiona
Open Europe version (includes UK) is LQ5 from the latest release list about 4 down from the top, I have it on mine and it works fine, just downloaded it and flashed it over my rooted 4.0.3 version without performing any wipes of Dalvik or doing any factory resets.
Then rerooted with ICS - CF-Root v5.5:LQ5 from Chainfires thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399 post 8
I have not found any problems with version of 4.0.4
ag4751 said:
Its personal choice if you want 4.0.4 have a look here http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&t=1&o=1&m=GT-I9100&r=1#regiona
Open Europe version (includes UK) is LQ5 from the latest release list about 4 down from the top, I have it on mine and it works fine, just downloaded it and flashed it over my rooted 4.0.3 version without performing any wipes of Dalvik or doing any factory resets.
Then rerooted with ICS - CF-Root v5.5:LQ5 from Chainfires thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399 post 8
I have not found any problems with version of 4.0.4
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You have been fortunate to avoid the circumstances where there is a possibility of hard bricking your phone. (which admittedly isn't too hard, but still)
FYI - see here.
ctomgee said:
You have been fortunate to avoid the circumstances where there is a possibility of hard bricking your phone. (which admittedly isn't too hard, but still)
FYI - see here.
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Thanks, just had a read of that, I flashed across on 4th July but I don't have stock kernel currently has the CF Root kernel (not bothered about the yellow triangle) but am going to chnage it ti Siyah Kernel when I get round to it, if I get any problems will let you know, but no laughing.
ag4751 said:
Thanks, just had a read of that, I flashed across on 4th July but I don't have stock kernel currently has the CF Root kernel (not bothered about the yellow triangle) but am going to chnage it ti Siyah Kernel when I get round to it, if I get any problems will let you know, but no laughing.
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Siyah isn't 100% working on that Rom. Bluetooth, Video playback, camera preview and connecting to USB isnt working with all other non Stock kernels.
Just to save you the trouble I have literally tested all the kernels today and none of them work correctly at the current moment
toxicdust said:
Siyah isn't 100% working on that Rom. Bluetooth, Video playback, camera preview and connecting to USB isnt working with all other non Stock kernels.
Just to save you the trouble I have literally tested all the kernels today and none of them work correctly at the current moment
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Just to let you know I tested all you mentioned above and they all work fine with the CF Root kernel, I suppose that is becasue it is based on stock version, thanks for the info on the Siyah kernel.
ag4751 said:
Just to let you know I tested all you mentioned above and they all work fine with the CF Root kernel, I suppose that is becasue it is based on stock version, thanks for the info on the Siyah kernel.
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Ye np m8
The Cf Root kernel still cause the bug though and you dont have CWM ... so It all works but you shill have the bug in it
I am just waiting for a working Kernel to release my Portal Rom 2.0 so I am on top of all the current issues
Any news on when 4.0.4 will be available via kies/air in the UK? Thanks
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kdelw said:
Hi,
I have rooted my phone today (woop woop what a difference) and I'm looking now for non branded firmware ICS 4.0.4.
In Original Android Development group there is I9100XWLPM (4.0.4) - Russia (SER). Do you think it will work on my I9100XWLP7 (UK Three network)?
Thanks
Karl
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If you flash XWLPM DON'T wipe data/factory reset, it can cause your phone to hard brick it can damage EMMC chip and only way to fix is a new board apparently!
I'd stick with XWLP7 from what I've heard there's no significant difference on LPM.
Only if you wipe via CWM mate, stock should be fine.
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Well, i've seen in sammfirmware that there is 4.0.3 updates for s2, but the isnt an update for my baseband type, my baseband is i9100xxki4, and i would like to put 4.0.3 on my phone. What could happen if i update my phone with a 4.0.3 version that isnt for my baseband? Or what can i do to get 4.0.3 on my S2?
Thanks in advance.
If you're asking these kinds of questions, you shouldn't for a moment consider putting it on your phone. Wait for an official update (it's not official nor stable, yet).
No official release, you will need Flash either a stock leak, or a custom version based on the stock leak.
For stock version you will need to flash via Odin.
Check out the general section for those or android development section for user modified versions.
I suggest you do some reading as I don't think you fully understand the basics.
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i know i would have to flash via odin, but the official release of 4.0.3 for s2 has been dated for march and i dont want to have to wait so long
pilililo2 said:
i know i would have to flash via odin, but the official release of 4.0.3 for s2 has been dated for march and i dont want to have to wait so long
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Just wait or try out a leaked build. We are all in the same situation nothing we can do but wait until a near official build is leaked or until Samsung push an upgrade via kies.
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Instead of jumping straight to beta roms, i suggest reading and start off with some customised stock roms. Once your abit more comfortable then proceed with caution. Some of the ICS builds are unstable.
Ricey
I already have a custom rooted kernel. But i was asking if flashing a 4.0.3 that is not for my PDA( I9100BGKJ3), can do any damage to my phone.
pilililo2 said:
I already have a custom rooted kernel. But i was asking if flashing a 4.0.3 that is not for my PDA( I9100BGKJ3), can do any damage to my phone.
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No it won't do any damage, you can flash any i9100 firmware on an i9100 device. But i do recommend you do some reading as I don't think you fully understand the process.
There are chances something can go wrong so ensure you have a full nandroid and backup your efs.
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ok so if i update mi i9100 with any i9100 firmware, no damage can be done? then why is there like a thousand i9100 versions of each version of a firmware? like for 2.3.5 android, there are 20 versions for i9100. I dont really understand why there are so many versions then
pilililo2 said:
ok so if i update mi i9100 with any i9100 firmware, no damage can be done? then why is there like a thousand i9100 versions of each version of a firmware? like for 2.3.5 android, there are 20 versions for i9100. I dont really understand why there are so many versions then
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They're updated android versions, the most latest being 2.3.6, before that was 2.3.5, before that 2.3.4 etc.
With each upgrade brings new roms, countries get different releases, like LA2 from Italy, is the newest 2.3.6 rom. Before that was KL1 also based on 2.3.6.
Do you understand?
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well... not very much actually xD, if you could explain a little bit more i would apreciate it
Google release incremental updates to the aosp base. For example Apple releases iOS5 and later fix something and pack this into iOS 5.0.1.
Similar to android gingerbread started of as 2.3, they added things etc and now we are upto 2.3.7.
Manufacturers customise the Android versions with their own user interface. With samsung using touchwiz. The most latest version is 2.3.6 from Samsung.
Now Samsung publish updates to different regions. LA2 is the latest 2.3.6 version from Samsung which was Italian phones. Now we can all use this firmware as its for the same device.
Each new build that is released Samsung will change something or it'll be the same version just repackaged for another region, Samsung don't release changelogs so we don't know what's changed until users notice something different.
Before 2.3.6 it was 2.3.5, etc.
Honestly just read the stickies and forums you'll figure it out.
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pilililo2 said:
Well, i've seen in sammfirmware that there is 4.0.3 updates for s2, but the isnt an update for my baseband type, my baseband is i9100xxki4, and i would like to put 4.0.3 on my phone. What could happen if i update my phone with a 4.0.3 version that isnt for my baseband? Or what can i do to get 4.0.3 on my S2?
Thanks in advance.
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I agree to all others warning you about flashing a new firmware (especially a beta version) as long as you are not absolutely sure about what you are doing. However I can try to answer your question by the experience I made.
I flashed the I9100XXLP2 (having baseband LP1 if I am not mistaken). I then had big difficulties getting a stable and reliable data connection. I was able to solve this problem by flashing just the baseband back to version I9100XWKI1 which I knew was working.
So from my point of view and from what I experienced I could answer you question like this: if the baseband does not work, use the last one you know was working.
Which is the baseband? Csc. Pda. Or phone? Ive already flashed 4.0.3 by the way. Only a few issues with the radio. Gps.... Etc but for the rest its fine.
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The baseband would be the modem which can be flashed to whatever you want so you get a stable data connection
I will have to agree with the rest seems like you have no idea on how roms/kernels/modems work so if i were you i'd wait for an official release or you can start reading on how flashing works and related stuff
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RorixRebel said:
The baseband would be the modem which can be flashed to whatever you want so you get a stable data connection
I will have to agree with the rest seems like you have no idea on how roms/kernels/modems work so if i were you i'd wait for an official release or you can start reading on how flashing works and related stuff
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Ive already flashed LP6 4.0.3
i do know about flashing but i didnt know what the baseband was. I already gps fixed it by the way. Rooted it with chainfires kernel and recovered my titanium backup is there any fix for the radio?
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pilililo2 said:
Ive already flashed LP6 4.0.3
i do know about flashing but i didnt know what the baseband was. I already gps fixed it by the way. Rooted it with chainfires kernel and recovered my titanium backup is there any fix for the radio?
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the radio is a known issue for LP6 so nope, either go back to GB or deal with it
cheers
Hi all,
Newbie here.
When I first bought my SGS2, every time I had to set it up, the default language was in French (prior to touching the android in the initial setup screen). Didn't check the phone details (baseband info) at that time. I then rooted it and installed CM7 using the procedure in their wiki. Prior to release of ICS, I decided to get it back to stock. I noted the baseband only at this time which showed as XXKI3 under CM7. Looked for stock ROM but Intratech's link was down and CheckFUS didn't have any info on XXKI3. I noticed the XXLPQ ICS ROM was available so decided to install it using Odin3. Language at initial screen was again in French. Everything seems to be working fine (2 days now).
My question: is this (XXLPQ) the correct ICS ROM for my phone?
Also, did I interpret the baseband information correctly, i.e. any ROM with the same first 2 characters (XX in my case) are compatible and refer to the same region? What does the last 3 characters stand for?
XX = Europe
U can also run other basebands
Here is the stock rom: http://hotfile.com/dl/130600675/d481a34/I9100XXKI3.rar.html
Password:samfirmware.com
sahibunlimited said:
XX = Europe
U can also run other basebands
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So XXLPQ or XX-whatever is OK to use right? In that case I'll stick to the XXLPQ that I have now.
sahibunlimited said:
Here is the stock rom
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Thanks.
The Spectre said:
So XXLPQ or XX-whatever is OK to use right? In that case I'll stick to the XXLPQ that I have now.
Thanks.
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Yes u can flash any i9100 even if it doesn't start with XX
Hi All,
I bought a used galaxy S2 I9100 yesterday,new to android.I have been a iphone user for 4 years and pretty aware of jailbreaking, unlocking installing custom firmwares. the terminology here in Android world is different though.
Have searched and read through different guides on the forum but still got some questions.
Model GT i900 LKAH3G
PDA i9100XWKE1
CSC I9100H3GKD4
Kernel 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKDD-CL161513 [email protected] # 2
Build Number GINGERBREAD.XWKE1
Looks like it was on Three network but it is unlocked mobile as i can use my airtel sim on the phone.
I dont want the Three network related stuff on the phone so i need to debrand the phone -- how to do it? there is guide on XDA forum but it talks primarily for O2 phones or might be i did not read it correctly. (there are also some options like the network mode which are disabled on this ROM )
Once debranding is done should i be ok to use any ROM or kernel?
Which would be best ROM to be installed and will it work for me in India.
Can i install the custom ROM and would i be able to install apps from the android Market.
If these have already been answered , can you please provide the link for that thread.
Thank You
I'd advice you to try the new ics roms, you can find the instructions inside the various rom threads, flashing these roms will get rid of the three junk as well as update your phone to the latest android os a.k.a ICS ..........
there is no such thing as a best rom for a specific country, but you can try different modems to find the one that gives you the best network and battery, you can find your modem under the baseband in about phone....
google for more info
happy flashing and welcome to Android we luf you here...........
Learn how to use Odin
Download stock gb from from checkfus or sammobile.
Flash using Odin, you will be unbranded.
After that root using cfroot, now learn how to use cfroot.
Now you can flash custom roms.
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kjplasma said:
I'd advice you to try the new ics roms, you can find the instructions inside the various rom threads, flashing these roms will get rid of the three junk as well as update your phone to the latest android os a.k.a ICS ..........
there is no such thing as a best rom for a specific country, but you can try different modems to find the one that gives you the best network and battery, you can find your modem under the baseband in about phone....
google for more info
happy flashing and welcome to Android we luf you here...........
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atifsh said:
Learn how to use Odin
Download stock gb from from checkfus or sammobile.
Flash using Odin, you will be unbranded.
After that root using cfroot, now learn how to use cfroot.
Now you can flash custom roms.
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Hi KJplasma &atifsh
Thank you for the details.
can i install the below listed indian stock firmware using odin
PDA :I9100XWKE8 CSC:I9100ODDKE2
or do i need to install the firmware from UK
PDA :I9100XXKF2 CSC:MULTIOXAKF2
do i need to change the csc if i install the UK version?
Thanks
forget about csc.
if you have i9100 you can flash any region ROM and use in any country.
if you want Gb than go for la2 italy rom , iv used that and last time i check that was the fastest stock rom for GB
you can also flash ICS rom like uk lp7 too, just stay away from lp9 roms at the moment.
ad dont forget to wipe using the dialpad code *2767*3855#. [will wipe all data stored]
atifsh said:
forget about csc.
if you have i9100 you can flash any region ROM and use in any country.
if you want Gb than go for la2 italy rom , iv used that and last time i check that was the fastest stock rom for GB
you can also flash ICS rom like uk lp7 too, just stay away from lp9 roms at the moment.
ad dont forget to wipe using the dialpad code *2767*3855#. [will wipe all data stored]
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Hey Atifsh,
Thanks for the quick reply.
i am currently downloading the I9100XXLPJ_I9100XXLPJ Open Europe 4.0.3, will this be ok and also anything that i need to worry about the kernel?
Thanks a lot for all the help.
atifsh said:
forget about csc.
if you have i9100 you can flash any region ROM and use in any country.
if you want Gb than go for la2 italy rom , iv used that and last time i check that was the fastest stock rom for GB
you can also flash ICS rom like uk lp7 too, just stay away from lp9 roms at the moment.
ad dont forget to wipe using the dialpad code *2767*3855#. [will wipe all data stored]
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@ Atif
any specific reason to stay away from LP9???
I am using VK rom with LP9, working very smoother than the Omega which I tried few days back which was on LP8...
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letscheckitout said:
Hey Atifsh,
Thanks for the quick reply.
i am currently downloading the I9100XXLPJ_I9100XXLPJ Open Europe 4.0.3, will this be ok and also anything that i need to worry about the kernel?
Thanks a lot for all the help.
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My friend dont go for LPJ that is unofficial beta release,
go for anything above LPQ on the sammobile firmware list ...
or pick anyone from here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1544487.
Thank you Zac and Atif.
I have tried to do a factory rest from the phone's privacy menu but even after everything is done,istill see some files in the gallery.
i tried the code *2767*3855# everything goes fine but i see the message "cant access to system\csc\h3g\system\" and then the phone strats as normal.
can i flash it to the OS even if i am getting this message using odin or do i need to
do something before i flash?
factory reset will not delete your user stored data on the SD card...that can be manually deleted...if you want
you can flash the OS from ODIN
thanks for the responses.
I have upgraded to I9100XWLP7_I9100XEULP, and its working fine. the only problem seems to be its heating a bit where the camera is located . will read more topics and see why this is happening.
thank You.
letscheckitout said:
thanks for the responses.
I have upgraded to I9100XWLP7_I9100XEULP, and its working fine. the only problem seems to be its heating a bit where the camera is located . will read more topics and see why this is happening.
thank You.
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You have to flash some other modem, I flashed my old GB modem and no heat issues.
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ZACQ8 said:
@ Atif
any specific reason to stay away from LP9???
I am using VK rom with LP9, working very smoother than the Omega which I tried few days back .
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Yes though the newer dxlp9 was much better, previous one had bunch of issues including sleep of death.
Also that ROM introduces the contact/dialer lag bug. Which some how got to Google account and now every time I sync contacts it get back.
I deleted all my contacts and synced again and it's all better, tried on dxlp9 and was working fine, than I switched to my regular cm9.
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atifsh said:
You have to flash some other modem, I flashed my old GB modem and no heat issues.
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Hey Atif,
really not sure which modem to flash, do we have info on that.
thanks
letscheckitout said:
Hey Atif,
really not sure which modem to flash, do we have info on that.
thanks
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For a start, if you remember your last ROM that doesn't had heat issues, flash that modem. Doesn't matter if you use GB modem on ics.
I flashed the modem of my region xxki4 which is 2.3.5 jpkj2 and had no issues of heat in ics.
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atifsh said:
For a start, if you remember your last ROM that doesn't had heat issues, flash that modem. Doesn't matter if you use GB modem on ics.
I flashed the modem of my region xxki4 which is 2.3.5 jpkj2 and had no issues of heat in ics.
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I got this device 3 days ago on the first day did not had much time to experiment or use it and the second day flashed it
Dont know if the issue existed in the old modem too.. btw is there any good modem that you can refer to which i can install on, i am in india, i hope i willl not have any signal issue on mobile or on wifi if i install this new modem.
thanks
Let zaqc8 to reply that, wait for him or any other user in India.
I can only tell you to flash GB/ics modem that belongs to Indian region
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I'm running:
4.0.3
I9100XXLPS
[email protected] #3
IML74K.XWLP7
I am getting a lot of Sleeps Of Death. I'd like to see if another ROM, or perhaps just another kernel, could get rid of it.
I've read a lot on the forum about the different ROM options, but nothing authoritative on whether any ROMs are SOD-free on the S2. Could anyone suggest a ROM to try, or - could I get by with just flashing a new kernel, e.g. Siyah? I am semi-noob so I don't quite know whether it is possible to put just a new kernel on top of what I have.
Thanks!
do a wipe and flash the newer xwlpg lpd lpf
LeifGR said:
I'm running:
4.0.3
I9100XXLPS
[email protected] #3
IML74K.XWLP7
I am getting a lot of Sleeps Of Death. I'd like to see if another ROM, or perhaps just another kernel, could get rid of it
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I have had this rom since its release and had no problems at all the only difference is I use Siyah Kernel for SG2 from here http://www.gokhanmoral.com/
If you do want a different rom it depends on your country and you can check that on Sammobile.com firmwares to make sure you do have the latest version
atifsh said:
do a wipe and flash the newer xwlpg lpd lpf
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Sorry if this is a dumb question, but I can't find that in the "Official i9100..." thread - where should I look? Will that ROM work in the UK?
ag4751 said:
I have had this rom since its release and had no problems at all the only difference is I use Siyah Kernel for SG2 from here
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Thanks! I had looked at Siyah but wasn't sure - you have confirmed two things for me: 1) it works with the rest of the stock ROM components, and 2) at least you don't have SOD (I know, no guarantee I won't have them, but I'll give it a go).
As soon as I've had the time to flash Siyah and see if it gets rid of the SODs, I'll report back here (it'll be a couple of days). Thanks again.
LeifGR said:
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but I can't find that in the "Official i9100..." thread - where should I look? Will that ROM work in the UK?
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Go here http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/
Click the firmwares tab then click the Smartphone link, then the Android link, then your phone model and finally Europe
There is a column headed Country / Carrier the generic UK & Yreland rom was released in April which is LP7 but if you are carrier branded like o2 there is a June release for that which is LPD unless you are carrier branded LP7 is the latest version that covers the UK.
thanks LeifGR ... i m looking for the same thing. but found no solutions yet.... i m from india
Hi guys... tried searching hi and low for the right answer, but didn't get one definitive enough. Bare with me, I have a Galaxy Nexus, but am helping out my wife here who has an i9100M.
First off, I'm well aware of how to use ODIN and the like (as I previously owned the original SGS), so I don't need help with that.
Now.. on to business:
The stock firmware for the i9100m via KIES is 4.0.3. I've noticed that this firmware causes the phone to freeze up at times and she's telling me she didn't experience that under Gingerbread.
So I know there are a whole slew of stock 4.0.4 firmwares out there, unbranded UK's and the like. Just wondering, based on your experiences, which PDA, PHONE, CSC combination for a 4.0.4. rom works best with the i9100m?
I'm aware that I will lose the 'm' designation... not too concerned about that... just want this phone to be smooth as it once was without the lockups but maintaining ICS. Hopefully 4.0.4 actually eliminates that.
Again, I'd prefer the stock firmwares if thats an option.
Thanks guys.
greeced said:
Hi guys... tried searching hi and low for the right answer, but didn't get one definitive enough. Bare with me, I have a Galaxy Nexus, but am helping out my wife here who has an i9100M.
First off, I'm well aware of how to use ODIN and the like (as I previously owned the original SGS), so I don't need help with that.
Now.. on to business:
The stock firmware for the i9100m via KIES is 4.0.3. I've noticed that this firmware causes the phone to freeze up at times and she's telling me she didn't experience that under Gingerbread.
So I know there are a whole slew of stock 4.0.4 firmwares out there, unbranded UK's and the like. Just wondering, based on your experiences, which PDA, PHONE, CSC combination for a 4.0.4. rom works best with the i9100m?
I'm aware that I will lose the 'm' designation... not too concerned about that... just want this phone to be smooth as it once was without the lockups but maintaining ICS. Hopefully 4.0.4 actually eliminates that.
Again, I'd prefer the stock firmwares if thats an option.
Thanks guys.
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You need to read this first about ICS 4.0.4 stock firmware
Thanks, but I'm guessing that had to do with people flashing a new .pit which I never do.... Unless I'm wrong.
Personally I find stock roms not as smooth as custom roms.
If you're willing to try out custom roms, I'll recommend RootBox. Very stable and smooth.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1696419
EDIT: Sorry, just realized you were looking for stock firmware. I have a i9100m as well, used XXLPJ to restore my phone when I got stuck in a boot-loop. Didn't really play with stock rom that much, went straight back to custom roms and flashed XXLQ5 modem. I'm with Rogers btw.
Ya I know Stock Roms usually aren't as smooth.. I just find the Stock Firmware, with the Stock recovery, the safest.... And seeing as I don't want my wife yelling at me.. I'd rather it have a stock experience without the lockup/freeze she is now constantly experiencing.
greeced said:
Thanks, but I'm guessing that had to do with people flashing a new .pit which I never do.... Unless I'm wrong.
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If you are not rooting the device, you should be safe.
XWLPX is the most stable Stock ICS 4.0.4 firmware at the moment
Firmware info:
I9100XWLPX
Base Firmware: I9100XWLPX (4.0.4)
Region: Europe
Country Nordic Countries
Carrier: Unbranded
Build Date: 29 August 2012
Modem: XXLQ6
CSC: NEELP5
Change List: 1068762
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Jokesy said:
If you are not rooting the device, you should be safe.
XWLPX is the most stable Stock ICS 4.0.4 firmware at the moment
Firmware info:
I9100XWLPX
Base Firmware: I9100XWLPX (4.0.4)
Region: Europe
Country Nordic Countries
Carrier: Unbranded
Build Date: 29 August 2012
Modem: XXLQ6
CSC: NEELP5
Change List: 1068762
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So even rooting with a STOCK insecure kernal would have bricking issues?
I've never used CWM and don't plan to.
greeced said:
So even rooting with a STOCK insecure kernal would have bricking issues?
I've never used CWM and don't plan to.
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If you want to Root, use this method
Remember: you must never wipe or backup rom in CWM recovery!
Jokesy said:
If you want to Root, use this method
Remember: you must never wipe or backup rom in CWM recovery!
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Ya.. thanks.. like I said.. I only use the stock recovery... I never understood why people used CWM recovery.. even on my old SGS.
Thanks for the info... hopefully that ROM you suggested works well here in Canada.
greeced said:
Ya.. thanks.. like I said.. I only use the stock recovery... I never understood why people used CWM recovery.. even on my old SGS.
Thanks for the info... hopefully that ROM you suggested works well here in Canada.
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Read that Warning thread I posted to you earlier. Read everything there, it's very important. The only way to stay 100% safe is by flashing a custom kernel.
From what I read, flashing a stock or insecure stock kernal (to root) is the only safe way. Especially in that Nordic firmware thread you mentioned.
Either way, going to try it the insecure kernal root. If it bombs, it still has warranty.
Well as suggested in this thread (thank you) I have installed the latest Nordic ROM (I9100XWLPX) and so far things are fantastic.
I ran the 'Have Brickbug?' app and my wife's phone does show the warning, but ran it anyway... even went as far as clearing cache and wiping in the stock recovery after install just to see if there would be an issue and there wasn't.
I haven't rooted the phone.... yet.... and I may not have to... afterall, its my wife's phone and she doesn't use it the way I use my Nexus. That might change in the future, but with this UNBRANDED ROM, there is no real bloatware, and most of the things I don't want can be disabled anyway.
Time will tell if there are any issues... but thus far no freezes or lockups.
KIES did screw up the back up of her memo's and settings which she is slightly peeved about (wouldn't restore them), but oh well.
Thanks for all the suggestions and help.
Question though... If official Jellybean comes out for the Nordic region, will this 'frankenstein phone' receive an update via KIES? I don't plan on using the OTA update.