Hi Everyone!
This is my first thread on XDA.Hope I'll get quick and helpful replies
I just bought a samsung galaxy s2 at&t variant.
1 - The phone is rooted and superuser is intalled but when I go into recovery its something like android 3e recovery which is stock recovery I guess,so my question is will I be able to flash using this stock recovery if not should I re-root my s2 to get clockworkmodrecovery or is there any other method to get cwmr?If I have to re-root my s2 then whats the easiest way to do it?
2 - How to flash custom rom without risk of getting bricked?
3 - How to make backup of stock ROM and other things?
4 - Another question is my phone is unlocked now and will I loose it after flashing?Suppose my phone is locked again so will I get my phone unlocked again through galaxsim or similar softwares without any hazard and use any sim I want?I read somewhere that its important to use the same software for unlocking again that u used before,is this true?
5 - My phone is running on 2.3.4 and I want to upgrade to either ICS or JB.Are there stable JB and ICS roms available for s2 i777?
Is there any official update of android for I777?
Some more info:
Baseband Version:I777UCKH7
Kernel Version:2.6.35.7
Build Number:GINGERBREAD.UCKH7
I am still learning so plz ignore my noobism.
Thanks.
mostwantedht said:
Hi Everyone!
This is my first thread on XDA.Hope I'll get quick and helpful replies
I just bought a samsung galaxy s2 at&t variant,the phone is rooted and superuser is intalled but its not rooted with clockworkmod bcz when I try to go into recovery it takes me to something like android 3e recovery,so my question is will I be able to flash s2 using this android 3e recovery if not should I root my s2 again and if yes then how,whats the easiest way to root it again with cwm?I've experience rooting with odin...
Once the rooting is done then how to flash custom rom without risk of getting bricked?
Another question is my phone is unlocked now and will I loose it after flashing?Suppose my phone is locked again so will I be able to unlock it through galaxsim or similar softwares without any hazard and use any sim I want?I read somewhere that its important to use the same software for unlocking again that u used before,is this true?
My phone is running on 2.3.4 and I want to upgrade to either ICS or JB.Are there stable JB and ICS roms available for s2 i777?
Is there any official update of android for I777?
Some more info:
Baseband Version:I777UCKH7
Kernel Version:2.6.35.7
Build Number:GINGERBREAD.UCKH7
Thanks.
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I'll give you a quick head-up then you go off and do your own.
In the bold, since it's rooted, get the Odin Mobile, flash the custom kernel which should already included the CwMR. From there, boot into CwMR and flash any custom ROM you want.
The open sentence, you said the phone is rooted, then you asked how to root, I think you need to understand more. Anyway, read those Stickies threads more and more. For the starter, search for "creepyncrawly" and read ALL threads in his signature.
votinh said:
I'll give you a quick head-up then you go off and do your own.
In the bold, since it's rooted, get the Odin Mobile, flash the custom kernel which should already included the CwMR. From there, boot into CwMR and flash any custom ROM you want.
The open sentence, you said the phone is rooted, then you asked how to root, I think you need to understand more. Anyway, read those Stickies threads more and more. For the starter, search for "creepyncrawly" and read ALL threads in his signature.
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Do cwm and rooting have any relation?
The phone is rooted but when I go into recovery its other than cwm and through which I can't install custom rom so I asked if I have to "re-root" to get cwm or not...
Things are little clear to me after reading stickies.
Ignore the first two questions and answer the others plz.
mostwantedht said:
Do cwm and rooting have any relation?
The phone is rooted but when I go into recovery its other than cwm and through which I can't install custom rom so I asked if I have to "re-root" to get cwm or not...
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Root and CWM have no relation. Having root will allow you to obtain CWM by flashing a kernel that includes CWM. All of the kernels for our phone on this site include CWM. So as votinh mentioned, install mobile odin (which you can find on this site), and then flash one of the kernels from this forum, which will give you CWM.
mostwantedht said:
Things are little clear to me after reading stickies.
Ignore the first two questions and answer the others plz.
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Those questions you can easily find on Google.
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mostwantedht said:
Things are little clear to me after reading stickies.
Ignore the first two questions and answer the others plz.
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If you get and get to know with 1 and 2 then question 3 will be easily answered.
Get into the recovery, play and understand all options, it's not many though.
About 4, I said 80% you will not lose the unlock if you understand the factors. It means 20% is your fault if you do not follow the instruction so go off and hunting that 20%. Be sure of what you do.
About 5, do you know what version of OS currently on your phone? Get it right first before doing anything else.
mostwantedht said:
Is there any official update of android for I777?
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I777UCKH7 Gingerbread 2.3.4 (original release firmware)
I777UCKK6 Gingerbread 2.3.6 (various issues)
I777UCLE5 ICS 4.0.3 (the kernel may have contained eMMC cap erase bug)
I777UCLC3 ICS 4.0.4 (serious sleep of death issue)
I777UCLL6 ICS 4.0.4 (fixes sleep of death issue)
See the links in my signature for 1,3 and 5 firmware downloads. Also see my signature to discover my favorite Jelly Bean.
Ok so before flashing custom kernel and rom after that,should I backup stock ones ?
"Nandroid" will this app help me in making backup of stock rom and kernel and also to recover whenever I want?I am just asking bcz I had bad experience with it when I made backup of stock rom on my galaxy mini.I was confused between root and cwm bcz when I rooted my mini cwm was included with it without flashing custom kernel.
Which kernel to flash,any specific?
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creepyncrawly said:
I777UCKH7 Gingerbread 2.3.4 (original release firmware)
I777UCKK6 Gingerbread 2.3.6 (various issues)
I777UCLE5 ICS 4.0.3 (the kernel may have contained eMMC cap erase bug)
I777UCLC3 ICS 4.0.4 (serious sleep of death issue)
I777UCLL6 ICS 4.0.4 (fixes sleep of death issue)
See the links in my signature for 1,3 and 5 firmware downloads. Also see my signature to discover my favorite Jelly Bean.
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Can I get that UCLL6 update on my device that is with UCKH7?
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mostwantedht said:
Can I get that UCLL6 update on my device that is with UCKH7?
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Sure.
Use the UCLL6 plus root package from the link. The one-click downloader is easiest. Then, if you want, install Mobile Odin lite or Mobile Odin pro and use it to flash a custom kernel such as AJK or Siyah.
And... I would suggest you read through the first link in my signature to learn the basics.
creepyncrawly said:
Sure.
Use the UCLL6 plus root package from the link. The one-click downloader is easiest. Then, if you want, install Mobile Odin lite or Mobile Odin pro and use it to flash a custom kernel such as AJK or Siyah.
And... I would suggest you read through the first link in my signature to learn the basics.
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Dude is there any risk of getting my phone locked after updating to this package?
And what would u suggest me to install custom ROM or the official one!
In one-click downloader update,what will I have to do?Just to open some app or any other thing?
mostwantedht said:
Dude is there any risk of getting my phone locked after updating to this package?
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Not really sure, but probably not. AFAIK, most of the lost unlocks happen with Jelly Bean. But if it does happen, you should be able to unlock it again with galaxsim unlock.
And what would u suggest me to install custom ROM or the official one!
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Depends on what you want. UCLL6 is Ice Cream Sandwich, 4.0.4. If you prefer Jelly Bean, there are several great firmware distributions, both Samsung based and AOSP based, available in the development section of this forum.
In one-click downloader update,what will I have to do?Just to open some app or any other thing?
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1. Enter recovery and perform a wipe data/factory reset.
2. Open one-click downloader on your pc's desktop.
3. Put your phone into download mode.
4. When the phone is recognized in the one-click downloader, press start.
If you need detailed descriptions of these steps, read the guides linked in my signature.
After the phone restarts with UCLL6 stock plus root, I would suggest you use Mobile Odin to install a custom kernel as I mentioned before. The phone will run better, and you avoid the possibility of the eMMC cap erase bug, if that still exists in the stock UCLL6 kernel (which is unknown).
If you want custom firmware instead of stock, you are now ready to use ClockworkMod Recovery to flash that new firmware.
creepyncrawly said:
Not really sure, but probably not. AFAIK, most of the lost unlocks happen with Jelly Bean. But if it does happen, you should be able to unlock it again with galaxsim unlock.
Depends on what you want. UCLL6 is Ice Cream Sandwich, 4.0.4. If you prefer Jelly Bean, there are several great firmware distributions, both Samsung based and AOSP based, available in the development section of this forum.
1. Enter recovery and perform a wipe data/factory reset.
2. Open one-click downloader on your pc's desktop.
3. Put your phone into download mode.
4. When the phone is recognized in the one-click downloader, press start.
If you need detailed descriptions of these steps, read the guides linked in my signature.
After the phone restarts with UCLL6 stock plus root, I would suggest you use Mobile Odin to install a custom kernel as I mentioned before. The phone will run better, and you avoid the possibility of the eMMC cap erase bug, if that still exists in the stock UCLL6 kernel (which is unknown).
If you want custom firmware instead of stock, you are now ready to use ClockworkMod Recovery to flash that new firmware.
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I would have given u 1000 thanks if I could
Bro is there any app that make the backup of stock rom and kernel also the apps and easy to restore...?
Not trying to be mean here, but every single question you asked has already been answered and is freely available here on xda to read. Read every sticky note (those are important threads) and search for any issues you have questions about, either using google or xda searche. I realize its easier for you just to ask. But a lot of time and effort was made to make the threads that already exist to help new members and allow our forums to remain unclogged with many threads pertaining to the same questions. I do wish you all the best, and it can be overwhelming. But we've all got to be held to the same standard .
Phalanx7621 said:
Not trying to be mean here, but every single question you asked has already been answered and is freely available here on xda to read. Read every sticky note (those are important threads) and search for any issues you have questions about, either using google or xda searche. I realize its easier for you just to ask. But a lot of time and effort was made to make the threads that already exist to help new members and allow our forums to remain unclogged with many threads pertaining to the same questions. I do wish you all the best, and it can be overwhelming. But we've all got to be held to the same standard .
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Well I had more then one question so it was easy to ask in one thread.I know its my laziness,sorry for that and I won't start new thread for minor issues again
Ok so there is some serious issue with my friend's s2,he can't unlock his phone,he tried every possible way.Can anyone help him with this plz?
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Bump...help me with the imei prob...
Your friend most likely corrupted his efs while trying. Did he back up the original efs?
He should try this tool to see if that fixes it.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.helroz.GSII_Repair
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Red_81 said:
Your friend most likely corrupted his efs while trying. Did he back up the original efs?
He should try this tool to see if that fixes it.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.helroz.GSII_Repair
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No he didn't backup original efs
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I just successfully rooted my phone using the DooMLoRD method. I wan't to use a Jellybean custom rom(probably aokp). What kernel do I need? I have a Galaxy S2 with version 2.3.4 and gingerbread.uckh7.
You need one with cwm baked in. It's that simple. The rom you select will flash the recommended kernel
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aknbad23 said:
I just successfully rooted my phone using the DooMLoRD method. I wan't to use a Jellybean custom rom(probably aokp). What kernel do I need? I have a Galaxy S2 with version 2.3.4 and gingerbread.uckh7.
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All roms will automatically flash an appropriate kernel.
dsmboost said:
All roms will automatically flash an appropriate kernel.
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Ok, but don't I need to backup my phone(contacts,apps,etc) with CWM recovery before I put a ROM on it? That would mean I need a CWM kernel right?
aknbad23 said:
Ok, but don't I need to backup my phone(contacts,apps,etc) with CWM recovery before I put a ROM on it?
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These are really basic and common questions that you are asking and can be easily found by searching. I'm just giving you a fair warning, because you will be flamed by others for not searching.
Creating backups via CWM is not a requirement to flash anything. It is highly recommended that you do create backups though (especially if you're new to this), in case something goes wrong while flashing stuff.
dsmboost said:
These are really basic and common questions that you are asking and can be easily found by searching. I'm just giving you a fair warning, because you will be flamed by others for not searching.
Creating backups via CWM is not a requirement to flash anything. It is highly recommended that you do create backups though (especially if you're new to this), in case something goes wrong while flashing stuff.
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Thanks.
And with that, i will close this here, and advise further searching in the future (if you are willing to do something that can hose your phone, please take 10 minutes, and read the basic guides on what to do... it will be a life saver..)
I did some read on this forum, so far the solution seems:
1) root; then
2) flash back to ginger-bread then factory reset; or
flash to another ICS
My question is, can I directly flash to another ICS rom? or in
other word, do I have to first go back to 2.3 and do factory reset?
According to the sticky post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1311081
one can safely flash back to 2.3; if ICS is desired, use this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746181
which however states it has the superbrick bug at the very top.
Does that means ICS is right not safe?
One more newbie question:
In the sticky posts, one talk about how to flash "binaries" without
increase flash count; another talk about flash custom "firmware"
and "ROM"; is there a post explaining the terminology of "binaries",
"firmware", "ROM"? I know there is a modem firmware, and kernel
in the android. is a post which could help me get my head clear
on this jargon?
Thanks a lot!
tyhust said:
I did some read on this forum, so far the solution seems:
1) root; then
2) flash back to ginger-bread then factory reset; or
flash to another ICS
My question is, can I directly flash to another ICS rom? or in
other word, do I have to first go back to 2.3 and do factory reset?
According to the sticky post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1311081
one can safely flash back to 2.3; if ICS is desired, use this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746181
which however states it has the superbrick bug at the very top.
Does that means ICS is right not safe?
One more newbie question:
In the sticky posts, one talk about how to flash "binaries" without
increase flash count; another talk about flash custom "firmware"
and "ROM"; is there a post explaining the terminology of "binaries",
"firmware", "ROM"? I know there is a modem firmware, and kernel
in the android. is a post which could help me get my head clear
on this jargon?
Thanks a lot!
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Even simpler would be to root using Exynos Abuse then use Mobile Odin to flash Siyah 4.3.3 zImage so you have CWM and then you can use it to flash stuff. Once you have siyah you can factory reset.
122ninjas said:
Even simpler would be to root using Exynos Abuse then use Mobile Odin to flash Siyah 4.3.3 zImage so you have CWM and then you can use it to flash stuff. Once you have siyah you can factory reset.
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Is the ExynosAbuse in this thread?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2050297
What do I do with the download? is there an instruction somewhere?
Siyah 4.3.3 is jelley bean, right? I current have 4.0.4 stock, would it work - or won't they conflict as they are not same or even similar version?
Thanks a lot for your patience as I am a NEWBIE.
tyhust said:
Is the ExynosAbuse in this thread?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2050297
What do I do with the download? is there an instruction somewhere?
Siyah 4.3.3 is jelley bean, right? I current have 4.0.4 stock, would it work - or won't they conflict as they are not same or even similar version?
Thanks a lot for your patience as I am a NEWBIE.
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You download the .APK and install it. Google it if you must. There is an ICS version of Siyah 4.3.3
122ninjas said:
You download the .APK and install it. Google it if you must. There is an ICS version of Siyah 4.3.3
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Forgive my thickness, the siyah 4.3.3 ics does contain CWM right?
Also, how can I upgrade to jellybean? for ROM, which one do you recommend?
tyhust said:
Forgive my thickness, the siyah 4.3.3 ics does contain CWM right?
Also, how can I upgrade to jellybean? for ROM, which one do you recommend?
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Yes it does. You just flash any JB rom using proper install instructions normally written in the OP. Try all the roms it's personal preference. They all have very few bugs
122ninjas said:
Yes it does. You just flash any JB rom using proper install instructions normally written in the OP. Try all the roms it's personal preference. They all have very few bugs
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I installed the ExynosAbuse apk by chainfire with intention to root the device,
however, once installed, when go through the list of options, since the patch
option come first, then followed by root, so I thought - I know I am dumb on this - the
first is a super option which not only patch but also root, and the 2nd one only
root, so clicked "patch". Now I can not root my device. and there
is NO option to remove the patch in the app.
So am I doomed, or there is a way to remove the patch?
could I still use thisZergRush Exploit)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1285894
to root?
Thanks!
tyhust said:
I installed the ExynosAbuse apk by chainfire with intention to root the device,
however, once installed, when go through the list of options, since the patch
option come first, then followed by root, so I thought - I know I am dumb on this - the
first is a super option which not only patch but also root, and the 2nd one only
root, so clicked "patch". Now I can not root my device. and there
is NO option to remove the patch in the app.
So am I doomed, or there is a way to remove the patch?
could I still use thisZergRush Exploit)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1285894
to root?
Thanks!
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I did the EXACT same thing you did. I'd really like to get my camera working again, but I have no clue how to undo what I've done. Any help?
Well if nothing else, maybe you can look at this as a learning opportunity. Remember to always read thoroughly and know what you're flashing / installing prior to doing it. Good luck , happy flashing.
First up, sorry for the new thread....
Now....i've just (this morning) upgraded to the S2 (international?)
I live in the UK and my phone is locked to 3 mobile UK.
I'm not totally new to the Android scene....my last phone was a Galaxy W that i rooted, flashed CWM to and flashed unofficial CM10 to.......
Believe me when i say i have put in the screen time on this....i've read xda, android forums, google searched, visited the cyanogen website and even tried github......
The trouble is that every method i've seen says something different....or it's for a different version of the OS....or it's for a different varient of the phone....etc, etc......
All i want to do is root, install CWM and flash JB to my phone with little or no chance of bricking it......
Here are the details for my phone...
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Please can someone help me by pointing me in the direction of the correct threads/tools.....
Thanks in advance....
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keithross39 said:
All i want to do is root, install CWM and flash JB to my phone with little or no chance of bricking it......
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IMHO, the most important thing to do before anything else is to confirm whether your phone has an "insane" EMMC chip affected by a superbrick bug. You have an ICS 4.0.4 installed, which might be a recipe for big trouble if you ever try wiping your data from recovery. Read this for more details: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756242. There is an app here on XDA to verify your chip: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=27014974.
The rest (rooting, CWM) has been covered extensively. If you want a stock or stock-based ROM, taking a quick glance over General or Development forums will give you sooo much info...
Try to stick to xda forums only.
Every other android forum gets its stuff from here anyway.
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kt-Froggy said:
IMHO, the most important thing to do before anything else is to confirm whether your phone has an "insane" EMMC chip affected by a superbrick bug. You have an ICS 4.0.4 installed, which might be a recipe for big trouble if you ever try wiping your data from recovery. Read this for more details: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756242. There is an app here on XDA to verify your chip: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=27014974.
The rest (rooting, CWM) has been covered extensively. If you want a stock or stock-based ROM, taking a quick glance over General or Development forums will give you sooo much info...
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Well....this is me......
Unknown chip....don't know whether to feel relieved or not.....
REALLY beginning to have second thoughts as to whether i should modify this phone at all......
If i were to take the plunge....it's CM based ROMs i'm looking to flash....possibly 9, preferably 10.....
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If you're honestly that terrified, leave it. There's always going to be risk if you flash. How much risk is determined by how poorly you follow instructions/learn (as opposed to having someone give you a bunch of steps to follow you don't understand). If you can follow instructions/learn, that risk is small. The risk increases exponentially with how badly you do those two things.
keithross39 said:
REALLY beginning to have second thoughts as to whether i should modify this phone at all...
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Read carefully the first thread I referenced - it tells you how to avoid a brick, and it's not that complicated. As already said, you need to understand the steps, rather than just follow them. I have a bad chip, and I am still OK after about 10 or so full ROM flashes (both through Odin and recovery), and probably twice as many kernels... There is always a chance of something going sideways, so you have to decide for yourself. Some phones are easier ro screw up than others. I also have an LG P990 - that phone is literally unbrickable, short of physical damage. Unfortunately, can't say the same about SGS2, but I am still flashing it...
Good luck!
Thats the thing...i CAN follow instructions and read threads etc....(i created a help thread over on the galaxy W forum which was sticky'd that was based on what i'd read and understood)
It's just that i select a thread that might be of use, read it, and discover it applies to a different varient of the phone....or a different OS version...........
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keithross39 said:
Thats the thing...i CAN follow instructions and read threads etc....(i created a help thread over on the galaxy W forum which was sticky'd that was based on what i'd read and understood)
It's just that i select a thread that might be of use, read it, and discover it applies to a different varient of the phone....or a different OS version...........
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-take necessary backup (sms/contacts/apps etc)
-download stock JB 4.1.2 from sammobile.com
-flash it via odin
-if you are stuck in samsung logo, reboot in recovery mode and factory reset & reboot it would be fine
-to root, download Philz latest CWM and flash it.
-you can also try NeatROM lite (which has samsung boaltware removed)
kmaq said:
-take necessary backup (sms/contacts/apps etc)
-download stock JB 4.1.2 from sammobile.com
-flash it via odin
-if you are stuck in samsung logo, reboot in recovery mode and factory reset & reboot it would be fine
-to root, download Philz latest CWM and flash it.
-you can also try NeatROM lite (which has samsung boaltware removed)
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Thanks for the info kmaq....
I've been looking at the Dorimanx kernel....if i read it right it includes root and cwm.....is this a good choice? Also am i right in thinking that i can go on to flash ANY cusROM once that kernel is installed?
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keithross39 said:
I've been looking at the Dorimanx kernel....if i read it right it includes root and cwm.....is this a good choice? Also am i right in thinking that i can go on to flash ANY cusROM once that kernel is installed?
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Yes, it includes root (using Chainfire's SuperSU) and touch CWM. Dori seems to work very well for me. Stable, with nice customizations. Many people would consider it the best kernel, but we know there is no such thing...
Nobody can guarantee that ANY ROM will work with a particular kernel. It's always best to read both ROM and kernel threads about compatibility. Some ROM/kernel combos are known for problems. But Dori is supposed to be compatible with most of the ROMs.
One thing to keep in mind is that CWM will not do a complete Nandroid backup for you - it doesn't include Preload partition. Workarounds are available, like hawkerpaul's scripts, or Onandroid.
Thanks again kt-froggy for your reply and info....
So the steps i need to undertake are.....
1) flash dorimanx kernel via odin.
2) create a nandroid backup (without using cwm)
3)Wipe cache, dalvic and data.
4) flash this ROM....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1794758
And it's associated gapps via the newly installed cwm.
5) wipe cache and dalvic again and reboot.....
Edit....just read further down the install instructions for the Rom and it mentions cwm flashable modem....do i need to worry about that?....
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keithross39 said:
So the steps i need to undertake are.....
1) flash dorimanx kernel via odin.
2) create a nandroid backup (without using cwm)
3)Wipe cache, dalvic and data.
4) flash this ROM....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1794758
And it's associated gapps via the newly installed cwm.
5) wipe cache and dalvic again and reboot.....
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I am not an expert by any means, so don't take my words as the ultimate truth... Others may have better advice. Besides, I know almost nothing about CM, as my preference has always been towards stock-based ROMs... The best option would be to follow instructions in CM thread you mentioned -- it tells you exact steps for installing it. Flash Dori kernel (or any other safe kernel, for that matter) first using Odin, to make further steps safe for you (because of a brick risk with your current 4.0.4 stock kernel). It is supposed to be compatible with CM10 (Dori was saying that CM10.1 is broken). The latest version (7.46) has some mixed reviews, so you may want to use 7.45 - it is available in both TAR and ZIP versions for flashing via Odin or recovery. You can make a nandroid backup using CWM, just run hawkerpaul's script to also backup Preload partition.
Edit....just read further down the install instructions for the Rom and it mentions cwm flashable modem....do i need to worry about that?....
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Modem (or baseband) is something you can flash separately from a kernel or ROM. Different basebands work better than others, depending on your area and your carrier. I'd say you don't need to worry about it, but you can always try flashing a different baseband if you have some problems (cell and WiFi signal strength, overheating, etc.)
kt-Froggy said:
I am not an expert by any means, so don't take my words as the ultimate truth... Others may have better advice. Besides, I know almost nothing about CM, as my preference has always been towards stock-based ROMs... The best option would be to follow instructions in CM thread you mentioned -- it tells you exact steps for installing it. Flash Dori kernel (or any other safe kernel, for that matter) first using Odin, to make further steps safe for you (because of a brick risk with your current 4.0.4 stock kernel). It is supposed to be compatible with CM10 (Dori was saying that CM10.1 is broken). The latest version (7.46) has some mixed reviews, so you may want to use 7.45 - it is available in both TAR and ZIP versions for flashing via Odin or recovery. You can make a nandroid backup using CWM, just run hawkerpaul's script to also backup Preload partition.
Modem (or baseband) is something you can flash separately from a kernel or ROM. Different basebands work better than others, depending on your area and your carrier. I'd say you don't need to worry about it, but you can always try flashing a different baseband if you have some problems (cell and WiFi signal strength, overheating, etc.)
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We need a couple of guys like this.
Can you clone yourself like...5 times?
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gastonw said:
We need a couple of guys like this.
Can you clone yourself like...5 times?
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Why, thanks, but... Like I said, I am no expert (not even close, haha). But when I know something, I try to help -- however little, it's still some contribution to the community. Most of the time here on XDA I just read and learn...
kt-Froggy said:
Why, thanks, but... Like I said, I am no expert (not even close, haha). But when I know something, I try to help -- however little, it's still some contribution to the community. Most of the time here on XDA I just read and learn...
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kt....you may think you know "very little" about the S2, but you know way more than me....and i for one, appreciate your help....thanks mate....
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Ok, lets hug it out now.
No homo stuff tho.
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Lol...any last minute advice before i begin?....if not, I'll see y'all on the other side......hopefully
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Well...i'm part way there.....i've rooted using this method.....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
I couldn't find a "tar" version of dorimanx and siyah wouldn't install through odin, so i had to do it this way.
My question now is.....
Do i NEED to install a custom kernel, or will the stock kernel support a cusROM ?....specifically the CM10 that i linked to in my earlier post?......
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CMW (that is now your recovery)
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keithross39 said:
Well...i'm part way there.....i've rooted using this method.....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
I couldn't find a "tar" version of dorimanx and siyah wouldn't install through odin, so i had to do it this way.
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Technically, you didn't need to root your current ROM, since it has no relevance to your ability to flash CM10... For TAR version of Dori kernel, look here -- Kernel-V7.45-[01-10]-[29-01]-TAR-FOR-ODIN.tar. This download link is posted in the kernel's thread.
Do i NEED to install a custom kernel, or will the stock kernel support a cusROM ?....specifically the CM10 that i linked to in my earlier post?......
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Not sure if I understood the question exactly... CM10 that you referenced includes its own kernel, so your stock kernel is irrelevant and doesn't have to support CM10 -- it will be replaced the moment you flash it. The only thing you really need to flash a custom ROM is a custom recovery (CWM or TWRP). BUT, as you already know, you have a 4.0.4 stock kernel that is affected by a superbrick bug, and you are not sure about your EMMC chip. So, flash a safe kernel first (Dori is a good option, but it can be a different one). It will include the CWM recovery (permanent -- not temporary, like you used for rooting). After that, you can safely flash your CM ROM from CWM, followed by gapps.
Once you are on CM, your kernel (the one that you flashed before) will be gone and replaced by the CM kernel. You can keep it, or, if you want, you can then re-flash another kernel of your choice (Dori or other).
Well I got this device from a great friend of mine @DowntownJeffBrown. Its a T-Mobile Vibrant (US). Now I'm using it in India.
It came to me with a CM10.1 ( thanks to my friend there ). My previous phone was a tiny Galaxy Y. It had just GB and no ICS. We just got CM7 a month back. After using that... the transaction is a bit difficult. (I just got the phone yesterday though ).
My questions are just basic noob ones but reading through guides here..most of them are solved. I still have some thus the thread. Well let me start.
As I have CM10.1 now... If I have to change the ROM...do I HAVE to flash froyo? And after the Odin... can i directly flash the ROM.zip or do I have to install a kernel or flash a CM7 or a CM9 or a CM10 before proceeding?
Can I get a temporary CWM or is it available only with kernels?
ROM zips come with an included kernel? If then... Can I flash them directly from froyo?
I read in one guide that I'll have to flash the SAME Rom.zip twice (after a reboot ). Is it necessary? And can someone explain why that is important?
Can I flash the modems? I saw that the modems listed are for US ONLY. Well the phone was from the US but right now its half way around the world...will it work?
What is the necessity of a bootloader?
I appreciate every help I get
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TeeJay!! said:
Well I got this device from a great friend of mine @DowntownJeffBrown. Its a T-Mobile Vibrant (US). Now I'm using it in India.
It came to me with a CM10.1 ( thanks to my friend there ). My previous phone was a tiny Galaxy Y. It had just GB and no ICS. We just got CM7 a month back. After using that... the transaction is a bit difficult. (I just got the phone yesterday though ).
My questions are just basic noob ones but reading through guides here..most of them are solved. I still have some thus the thread. Well let me start.
As I have CM10.1 now... If I have to change the ROM...do I HAVE to flash froyo? And after the Odin... can i directly flash the ROM.zip or do I have to install a kernel or flash a CM7 or a CM9 or a CM10 before proceeding?
Can I get a temporary CWM or is it available only with kernels?
ROM zips come with an included kernel? If then... Can I flash them directly from froyo?
I read in one guide that I'll have to flash the SAME Rom.zip twice (after a reboot ). Is it necessary? And can someone explain why that is important?
Can I flash the modems? I saw that the modems listed are for US ONLY. Well the phone was from the US but right now its half way around the world...will it work?
What is the necessity of a bootloader?
I appreciate every help I get
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Hi,
Q: As I have CM10.1 now... If I have to change the ROM...do I HAVE to flash froyo? And after the Odin... can i directly flash the ROM.zip or do I have to install a kernel or flash a CM7 or a CM9 or a CM10 before proceeding?
A: NO. you can flash ROM without flashing froyo (go back to stock before flashing a new ROM). You can directly flash through CWM the ROM.zip
Q:Can I get a temporary CWM or is it available only with kernels?
A:There are two options here. Choose which is best for you, before you start.
ROOT ONLY METHOD:
A – This is an update.zip (633KB) that roots your phone only. You can then install Rom Manager from the Market to flash CWR (Clockwork Recovery) and install custom ROMs.
INSTALL CLOCKWORK RECOVERY AND FLASH A ROM THAT WILL GIVE ROOT ACCESS (MY PREFERRED METHOD):
B – use the other update.zip (1.7MB) and this will flash CWR for you – allowing you to immediately flash a custom ROM.. I do this because it's faster.
source: ★★★ NOOB GUIDE :: Root :: Odin :: Files :: Guides ★★★
Q:ROM zips come with an included kernel? If then... Can I flash them directly from froyo?
A: withing a ROM the kernel is also included. But It can be changed later by flashing a different appropriate kernel. YES, you can directly flash from froyo without any issue.
Q:I read in one guide that I'll have to flash the SAME Rom.zip twice (after a reboot ). Is it necessary? And can someone explain why that is important?
A: Yes it is needed sometimes when you get a boot loop after flashing a new ROM b/c to update the recovery.
Q:Can I flash the modems? I saw that the modems listed are for US ONLY. Well the phone was from the US but right now its half way around the world...will it work?
A:YES. you can flash modems. Only thing matters is choose a modem based on your OS (ICS/JB/CM7 etc)
Q:What is the necessity of a bootloader?
A:Bootloaders were introduced for solve recovery and rainbow issues on Gingerbread ROMs.
When we got Gingerbread ROMs, we also faced the issue of not being able to see the Recovery on the GB Kernels and having to see our screens go funny which were safely called Rainbows! Well, no more !!
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I prefer Bootloaders b/c it gives better key combination
more info: [BOOTLOADERS]CUSTOM Gingerbread Bootloaders for Vibrant
Hope this answers your questions
Great!
Let me clear myself...
1. I don't need to flash froyo every time I want to flash a new ROM. Even if I'm on any ROM(GB or ICS or JB )
I just boot boot into recovery >wipe data and system and Mount everything back flash my new Rom and done? And oh... Flash the zip again.
( how do I know when I have to flash it twice?? )
And about bootloaders... Do I HAVE to flash them? Can I do stuff without them? ( i never had to deal with it before )
And...
Since the phone is a US phone... Which firmware do I chose? US or Indian (if any is available that is )
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31060223
This?
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TeeJay!! said:
Great!
Let me clear myself...
1. I don't need to flash froyo every time I want to flash a new ROM. Even if I'm on any ROM(GB or ICS or JB )
I just boot boot into recovery >wipe data and system and Mount everything back flash my new Rom and done? And oh... Flash the zip again.
( how do I know when I have to flash it twice?? )
And about bootloaders... Do I HAVE to flash them? Can I do stuff without them? ( i never had to deal with it before )
And...
Since the phone is a US phone... Which firmware do I chose? US or Indian (if any is available that is )
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Bootloaders are unlocked so that u can flash things like new radio's. So if u are only going to flash roms and kernels u will never have to worry about the bootloader.
I'm pretty sure that radio's are universal as in there is no Indian radio and USA radio. There is just vibrant radio's that work all around the world universally. But I may be wrong this because it's been so long since I used the vibrant.
As far as flashing a new Rom you should just have to reboot into recovery, wipe data and system, then just be able to flash a new Rom. I'm not quit sure why that one Rom u showed me tells u to flash it twice. But again it's been so long since I used the vibrant that I'm not sure. I can tell you this when I flashed cm10.1 on it before I sent it to u I just use these steps
Reboot recovery
Wipe data/system/caches
Flash Rom
Flash gapps
Reboot
But let some of these guys clarify it for u because they are the experts on this phone at this point not me.
Cheers brother
We see you meow on our nexus⁴ can we haz some more?
Radio = modem right? And thanks man! Appreciate it
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TeeJay!! said:
Radio = modem right? And thanks man! Appreciate it
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Correct :thumbup:
And no problem brother you know I got your back
We see you meow on our nexus⁴ can we haz some more?
TeeJay!! said:
Great!
Let me clear myself...
1. I don't need to flash froyo every time I want to flash a new ROM. Even if I'm on any ROM(GB or ICS or JB )
I just boot boot into recovery >wipe data and system and Mount everything back flash my new Rom and done? And oh... Flash the zip again.
( how do I know when I have to flash it twice?? )
And about bootloaders... Do I HAVE to flash them? Can I do stuff without them? ( i never had to deal with it before )
And...
Since the phone is a US phone... Which firmware do I chose? US or Indian (if any is available that is )
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Q: 1. I don't need to flash froyo every time I want to flash a new ROM. Even if I'm on any ROM(GB or ICS or JB )
I just boot boot into recovery >wipe data and system and Mount everything back flash my new Rom and done?
A: Yes. you don't need to flash froyo (which means ODIN back to stock) prior flashing a ROM. You can simply boot into recovery and do a FULL wipe (data/system, cache, dalvik) and if needed format the system under mounts (please refer the installation guide provided with the ROM ). Also re-flashing the ROM depends. It will not happen all time. BUT if it has to be done it is inserted in the OP. Further If the 1st boot after flashing ROM is unsuccessful don't panic and do a battery pull and re-flash the ROM.zip b/c sometimes recovery needs to updated
Q:And about bootloaders... Do I HAVE to flash them? Can I do stuff without them?
A: No. its not essential to flash bootloaders. You can proceed without them.
Q:Since the phone is a US phone... Which firmware do I chose? US or Indian
A: You can use any firmware (I think you are referring to radio/modem) which supports vibrant and the OS you are running. Modems are not based on location BUT the results depends on various locations.
more information: Modem Info *Must See*
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OK... Kinda got it all the way Thanks Haarsh and Jeff
Just one thing for now...
The last part... The firmware is the PDA CSC and modem thing we flash right? At least that walhat was for me before ( galaxy Y ). We had to flash back to the stock firmware every time we needed to flash a different ROM. It used to be region specific and kept updating... But here its just the froyo one right? I having been to the part if downloading it for now...
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TeeJay!! said:
OK... Kinda got it all the way Thanks Haarsh and Jeff
Just one thing for now...
The last part... The firmware is the PDA CSC and modem thing we flash right? At least that walhat was for me before ( galaxy Y ). We had to flash back to the stock firmware every time we needed to flash a different ROM. It used to be region specific and kept updating... But here its just the froyo one right? I having been to the part if downloading it for now...
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Yes. PDA and PIT are used when going back to stock using odin. This link shows [GUIDE] How to Restore or Recover Your Samsung Vibrant using those files.
A Samsung Galaxy S ROM has a few parts :
kernel -> includes the linux kernel, which is the core of the Android OS, drivers to communicate with the hardware. Froyo includes Linux 2.6.32. Gingerbread is 2.6.35.
PDA -> most of the stuff, android and samsung applications, ringtones, etc.
Modem (or phone) -> the radio firmware. Without this you have 0 communication with the cell tower.
CSC -> customisation for a particular provider or country
The PDA can also include the kernel (zImage file)
source: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=13922405
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I don't get what you meant by But here its just the froyo one right?
haarsh said:
Yes. PDA and PIT are used when going back to stock using odin. This link shows [GUIDE] How to Restore or Recover Your Samsung Vibrant using those files.
I don't get what you meant by But here its just the froyo one right?
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Thanks for that link!
I meant in my old phone... There were three files ( PDA , CSC and modem ) that we had to put in Odin while flashing but here its just one file ( froyo stock image I guess ) in the PDA slot. And also the pit file ofcourse!
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And when (if I ) flash a fresh stock ROM... Does my internal memory( the second bar in the pic) get cleaned up? Just the system partition is cleaned right?
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TeeJay!! said:
Great!
Let me clear myself...
1. I don't need to flash froyo every time I want to flash a new ROM. Even if I'm on any ROM(GB or ICS or JB )
I just boot boot into recovery >wipe data and system and Mount everything back flash my new Rom and done? And oh... Flash the zip again.
( how do I know when I have to flash it twice?? )
And about bootloaders... Do I HAVE to flash them? Can I do stuff without them? ( i never had to deal with it before )
And...
Since the phone is a US phone... Which firmware do I chose? US or Indian (if any is available that is )
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Just to maybe save you some trouble in the future.......
Froyo is 2.2 and stock for the vibrant is Eclair 2.1, you can find froyo odin images but that is not stock.
With the vibrant you can flash roms without needing to go to stock everytime if the os is the same or if you are upgrading, never downgrade through recovery mode.
You only have to flash back to stock (or froyo) if you plan to downgrade, for example you are on jelly bean 4.2 and want to try gingerbread 2.3.
The only time you should have to flash twice is when you are upgrading, for example you are on 2.2 froyo and want to try jelly bean 4.2, recovery is updated with first flash then second flash installs the rom.
Everything else has been answered by haarsh in deatail, refer to his posts.
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TeeJay!! said:
And when (if I ) flash a fresh stock ROM... Does my internal memory( the second bar in the pic) get cleaned up? Just the system partition is cleaned right?
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Perfectly understood sir
Just this last question (quoted )
TeeJay!! said:
Perfectly understood sir
Just this last question (quoted )
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Yes it will be wiped, that is where your apps are stored. Just back them up first and and restore (app only) after flashing a new rom. Things like pictures and music will not be wiped though.
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Didn't do a Odin flash yet... But tried out major ROMs Slimbean is awesome!
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@TeeJay!!
Take a look at this thread and read it from front to back. It was when we got ICS, but there are many bits of info in there for bootloaders, why we have to flash certain things in certain order, hazards and pitfalls.
Will do sir! Tapatalk giving me problems so can't open that link... Will try it ASAP!
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Guys I know this is long but PLEASE don't freak out! I really need some advice from you experts on this! I hope you could spend your time reading everything here and give me some advices! Thanks!
Phone details:
Model number: GT-I9300
Android version: 4.3
Baseband version: I9300DXUGNB1
Build number: JSS15J.I9300XXUGNA5
Hello guys, since I'm not really a rooting expert (previously I rooted a motorola device), I would like to ask for some advices regarding rooting our S3 because I have only one phone and I can't afford to brick it.
1. So basically I'm referring to the guide here. However, that rooting guide is for Samsung Galaxy S3 on I9300XXUGNA7 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, which is different from my build number (I've checked software update on my device over OTA and Kies3 but it says I have the latest firmware), will it works for my phone? Also in the guide it says to use odin3 v3.09, however in CF_auto_root page here it says to use odin3 v1.85, so which one is working for my device or which one is better?
2. Next I would like to ask is it necessary to install CWM recovery to replace the stock one? After searching around, I found that there are some people who installed CWM recovery even before rooting, is that even possible? So basically to install CMW recovery I think I will follow the steps here, is this working for my device?
3. Okay I know this is the dumbest question... but is there anything else I need to do after the above 2 steps (flashing kernel, modem etc.)?
Thank you very much for spending your time reading my post. I hope you can clear those doubts for me!
You are posting in the wrong section my friend you need to post your question here >> http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/help << you will find you will get alot more replies...Ask a mod to move your post....
tallman43 said:
You are posting in the wrong section my friend you need to post your question here >> http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/help << you will find you will get alot more replies...Ask a mod to move your post....
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Oops I see... thanks for telling!
nikctsh said:
Oops I see... thanks for telling!
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Glad to see you in the right place now
Have a look at this thread >> http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/general/howto-rooting-wiping-flashing-ultimate-t1911726 << it may help you answer a few questions...
Also if you are planning to flash custom roms you do not need to root if you are doing it to mod your phone only then you will need to root..
nikctsh said:
Guys I know this is long but PLEASE don't freak out! I really need some advice from you experts on this! I hope you could spend your time reading everything here and give me some advices! Thanks!
Phone details:
Model number: GT-I9300
Android version: 4.3
Baseband version: I9300DXUGNB1
Build number: JSS15J.I9300XXUGNA5
Thank you very much for spending your time reading my post. I hope you can clear those doubts for me!
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Flashing your phone in any way doesn't guarantee not bricking it, see this thread
Scroll down to the quoted section headed Quick Root from there
Download Odin
Download CF-AutoRoot for your phone
Read the link on rooting
It is really straight forward just read up on it but don't read too much into it a frighten yourself
tallman43 said:
Glad to see you in the right place now
Have a look at this thread >> http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/general/howto-rooting-wiping-flashing-ultimate-t1911726 << it may help you answer a few questions...
Also if you are planning to flash custom roms you do not need to root if you are doing it to mod your phone only then you will need to root..
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Great that thread helps a lot! I cleared most of my doubts now, but one more question please, after rooting, I wished to install ported apps like S5 launcher and accuweather, and in order to install these I need to flash from recovery. Is it possible to flash this using stock recovery? Or I need to install custom recovery like CMW?
You can't install anything with stock recovery, you'll need a custom recovery.
Make sure you have a full nandroid and efs backup before you flash anything -ported apps can break the framework and produce bootloops.
Seriously though, all this information is available in the sticky or by searching -why do need people to write it all out for you?
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boomboomer said:
You can't install anything with stock recovery, you'll need a custom recovery.
Make sure you have a full nandroid and efs backup before you flash anything -ported apps can break the framework and produce bootloops.
Seriously though, all this information is available in the sticky or by searching -why do need people to write it all out for you?
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Thanks for your information. I did search around and try to understand the things myself, but still there are some doubts remain, that's why I opened this thread hoping that someone can clear the doubts for me. This is my only phone and I really can't afford another (I'm from a low-income family), I just want to make sure everything is alright so that I don't mess up my device. Thanks for your understanding
If this is relevant for Samsung galaxy s3, I got this done the other day using Odin to unlock and root, ran the root app to confirm root. The ROM manager to found CWM recovery flash. So far all good, should take 5 mins in all but an hour in prep and homework.
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Don't use rom manager, it can soft brick your phone.
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Hello! I agree that it would be better NOT to use Rom Manager. Many users had problems because of it. The safest way, in my opinion, is to flash a custom kernel using Odin. For example, I had stock rom and used Odin to flash boeffla kernel (not advertising it, just saying what I did) because that kernel had both a .tar version and a .zip one. I downloaded the .tar version and flashed it with Odin by putting the .tar file in the PDA column. That's for root.
For recovery I'm using PhilZTouch and I love it. It supports both JB and KK roms and that is preety cool. Also it's full touch so I don't need to stress my hardware buttons. It's also available as .tar file so you can flash it with Odin just like the kernel.
That's how I'd recommend anyone to root and install a custom recovery on a Sammy phone because I believe it's the safest way. PS: before launching Odin make sure the phone is NOT connected to the PC and that Kies isn't running in the background (use Task Manager to check) Goodluck! !! :thumbup::thumbup:
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fatcarrotcake said:
If this is relevant for Samsung galaxy s3, I got this done the other day using Odin to unlock and root, ran the root app to confirm root. The ROM manager to found CWM recovery flash. So far all good, should take 5 mins in all but an hour in prep and homework.
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Wow, that's great. By saying unlock, do you mean unlock the bootloader? Wait, is the bootloader locked in our S3?
AlexVat said:
Hello! I agree that it would be better NOT to use Rom Manager. Many users had problems because of it. The safest way, in my opinion, is to flash a custom kernel using Odin. For example, I had stock rom and used Odin to flash boeffla kernel (not advertising it, just saying what I did) because that kernel had both a .tar version and a .zip one. I downloaded the .tar version and flashed it with Odin by putting the .tar file in the PDA column. That's for root.
For recovery I'm using PhilZTouch and I love it. It supports both JB and KK roms and that is preety cool. Also it's full touch so I don't need to stress my hardware buttons. It's also available as .tar file so you can flash it with Odin just like the kernel.
That's how I'd recommend anyone to root and install a custom recovery on a Sammy phone because I believe it's the safest way. PS: before launching Odin make sure the phone is NOT connected to the PC and that Kies isn't running in the background (use Task Manager to check) Goodluck! !! :thumbup::thumbup:
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Thanks! Will check out PhilZTouch recovery :fingers-crossed:
Currently struggling with deodexing/odexing the stock rom, after reading around I can differentiate between the odex and deodex rom, still digging on how to deodex a rom though (since I want to install some S5 mods). After searching around, it seems like titanium backup can do the deodexing/odexing just nice Gonna do some more preparation, hopefully I can have my device rooted by this week
You could flash PhilZ Recovery and make a nand backup of your rom. This way you'd have an emergency copy if something goes wrong or if you break something in the system. Just my thought
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