Hi all,
I have a quick question relating to the 'Root thread- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1056334&page=1' by Chainfire.
Maybe a stupid one but would be great if someone could clarify.
I am expecting my SGSII to arrive in the next few days, and will be following this great guide from Chainfire. However, as far as I can see the UK retail versions are kernel KDA, but the root is on the KDD kernel.
Hence, I presume if I flash the 'XWKDD_insecure.tar' then effectively this wipes the KDA stuff. Does this mean I will lose some of the last minute tweaks done by Samsung(e.g. is KDA newer than KDD?) or is KDD a newer kernel version?
If anyone could put me right here that would be good. But regardless thanks to the good work from Chainfire and Co.
XDD is newer.
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As Chainfire says root is Beta at your risk .
jje
If you're talking about firmware then it's KDA and KDD (or XWKDA and XWKDD) not XDA and XDD.
Intratech said:
If you're talking about firmware then it's KDA and KDD (or XWKDA and XWKDD) not XDA and XDD.
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Yep. That's what I meant. Confused myself with the name of this site!
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KDD is newer
First 2 letters are the region and carrier.
Third letter is the year, fourth letter is the month, fifth letter is the version of that month.
I may have it wrong, but that's the way I always read it.
Example:
UCJF6 of the captivate was the original firmware, from July 2010.
J is the tenth letter, hence 2010.
F is the sixth letter, hence the sixth month.
6 means the sixth revision in that month.
They then released JH7, from September 2010.
J is 2010, H is September (8th month), 7 was the revision.
we talking Kernels or ROMS?
my Kernel is KDD while my Bulid number is KDA.
i've rooted using Chainfires method?
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I just got my unlocked galaxy s2 (liking so far) and was on version 2.3.3. I updated via the software update in the settings and now on 2.3.4
I was looking at hellcats kernel thread and saw some folks where on 2.3.5 and 2.3.6. How do I get these updates or does it depend on the region. I'm using the phone on AT&T and had to register with Samsung in order to update from the phone.
Yes u can update easily
Find firmware which suits ur need
Official or unofficial, its ur pick
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officially depends on region.
unofficially you update any time you want by reading this thread, it contains every thing you need to update.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Cosmic Blue said:
officially depends on region.
unofficially you update any time you want by reading this thread, it contains every thing you need to update.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
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Thanks for the help.
im getting my s2 today and im on at&t and wondering should i stay on the stock that comes with it or switch to a different stock
stormtroopercs said:
im getting my s2 today and im on at&t and wondering should i stay on the stock that comes with it or switch to a different stock
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You getting the AT&T branded GS2? Or the International unlocked version? If you're getting the AT&T branded device, you're in the wrong place. If you're getting the AT&T Skyrocket (LTE) model of the GS2, you want to be in the SGH-I727 forum. If you're getting the regular AT&T GS2, you want to be in the SGH-I777 forum.
This forum is for the GT-I9100.
For your own sake, don't even think about using a ROM intended for a phone model that doesn't match yours.
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You getting the AT&T branded GS2? Or the International unlocked version? If you're getting the AT&T branded device, you're in the wrong place. If you're getting the AT&T Skyrocket (LTE) model of the GS2, you want to be in the SGH-I727 forum. If you're getting the regular AT&T GS2, you want to be in the SGH-I777 forum.
This forum is for the GT-I9100.
For your own sake, don't even think about using a ROM intended for a phone model that doesn't match yours.
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no i got the international because of more development.. was wondering what firmware or modem works best with at&t people on international s2
Instead of opening a new thread, I'll ask here. Is it possible to use American or a similar non Europe 2.3.7. ROM for my SGSII? My operator didn't release any newer version than 2.3.4., so is it possible?
Currently:
XWKI4 ROM
Siyah kernel
XXKI1 baseband
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stormtroopercs said:
no i got the international because of more development.. was wondering what firmware or modem works best with at&t people on international s2
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You'll have to try them out to see what works best for you. I'm still on stock KI3 (2.3.5), but I've HEAVILY tweaked it, adding rotation animation, email that bypasses administrator requirements, battery icon with percentage remaining, etc. I considered GingerMod (I used FroyoMod on my Moto Milestone, and liked it; GingerMod is from the same developer), and CM7 (also used on my Milestone), but in the long run decided to stick with stock. But this is a personal preference. All you can do is back your phone up, flash, and experiment for yourself. (FYI, I'm also on AT&T, and have the GT-I9100)
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Instead of opening a new thread, I'll ask here. Is it possible to use American or a similar non Europe 2.3.7. ROM for my SGSII? My operator didn't release any newer version than 2.3.4., so is it possible?
Currently:
XWKI4 ROM
Siyah kernel
XXKI1 baseband
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If you have a GT-I9100, you should be able to use any firmware from Intratech's thread. Instructions are in the first post, and official firmwares currently go up to 2.3.6. The only thing 2.3.7 added according to wikipedia is Google Wallet support for the Nexus S 4G. So I wouldn't bother trying to get 2.3.7.
Yes but I'm afraid that some may not be compatible. My usb jig didn't arrive yet. So my baseband version doesn't matter?
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Yes but I'm afraid that some may not be compatible. My usb jig didn't arrive yet. So my baseband version doesn't matter?
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I'm fairly certain that it shouldn't matter, no. My baseband is currently XXKI3, personally.
I originally had an XWKE7 firmware, which is for UK. I have flashed to XXKI3, which is for Poland. As long as you have a GT-I9100 (and NOT a GT-I9100G), it shouldn't matter.
Thank you! I would use the thank button but it doesn't exist in this App. :?
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Which firmware
Just got an I9100 with 2.3.4, and would like some improvement.
I am on the ATT network in USA.
If I grab just any 2.3.6 firmware, no matter intended for what country, it will give me top HSPA speed here?
What about when I move to France, for example, would I need to flash a different version?
Does baseband version number imply the freq bands supported for each technology?
Sorry about all the questions, just that Kies doesn't like my phone, so I'll need to "go manual"
rob010101 said:
Just got an I9100 with 2.3.4, and would like some improvement.
I am on the ATT network in USA.
If I grab just any 2.3.6 firmware, no matter intended for what country, it will give me top HSPA speed here?
What about when I move to France, for example, would I need to flash a different version?
Does baseband version number imply the freq bands supported for each technology?
Sorry about all the questions, just that Kies doesn't like my phone, so I'll need to "go manual"
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you should go to lp7 which is 4.0.3 and data should be fine around the world
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stormtroopercs said:
you should go to lp7 which is 4.0.3 and data should be fine around the world
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Thanks. Hopefully I can figure out how to roll back if I have to!
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you should go to lp7 which is 4.0.3 and data should be fine around the world
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What ping amd download do you get with your 2.3.5?
(my 2.3.4 firm is dismal...)
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Which ROM?
stormtroopercs said:
you should go to lp7 which is 4.0.3 and data should be fine around the world
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Sounds good, but I want to go there in 2 steps. The best 2.3.x first.
Its confusing to figure out which is best, when according to the modem thread, none of the listed roms on the rom thread have good power or speed performance.
The 2.3.4 rom I've got now sucks for speed.
If I start experimenting, get hosed and want to roll back, I can't, because I don't see this firmware anywhere:
PDA:I9100XWKH4
Phone/Baseband (modem): I9100XXKH3
CSC: I9100OXXKH2
Maybe I can copy it off my phone before flashing with Odin?
What's the best course of action?
Any help appreciated...
rob010101 said:
Sounds good, but I want to go there in 2 steps. The best 2.3.x first.
Its confusing to figure out which is best, when according to the modem thread, none of the listed roms on the rom thread have good power or speed performance.
The 2.3.4 rom I've got now sucks for speed.
If I start experimenting, get hosed and want to roll back, I can't, because I don't see this firmware anywhere:
PDA:I9100XWKH4
Phone/Baseband (modem): I9100XXKH3
CSC: I9100OXXKH2
Maybe I can copy it off my phone before flashing with Odin?
What's the best course of action?
Any help appreciated...
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Have you looked in this thread? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928
I scanned it and think I saw yours.. if you find it download. Then download latest ics firmware. Install ics via odin.. Test. If its better keep it if not go back to old via Odin.
Pm me if you have any more questions.
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Hey, i want to know when the Rollout of the Android 4.0.3 for the I9100G started in Germany.
I flashed a Costum Rom on my I9100G because the Stock Rom was sticky.
Now i cant use Kies Software to check if the new ICS is availible.
Maybe some people can post wich device they have and when the ICS is availible.
Whats the easiest way to flash a rom that can connect to keys and is update-able via Kies? Do i have to do the complete steps like in the "Warranty Restore" threads?
greets
equa
equazion said:
Hey, i want to know when the Rollout of the Android 4.0.3 for the I9100G started in Germany.
I flashed a Costum Rom on my I9100G because the Stock Rom was sticky.
Now i cant use Kies Software to check if the new ICS is availible.
Maybe some people can post wich device they have and when the ICS is availible.
Whats the easiest way to flash a rom that can connect to keys and is update-able via Kies? Do i have to do the complete steps like in the "Warranty Restore" threads?
greets
equa
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There is no ics update for our device yet
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no update,yet
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My daughter ask me, just a minute ago, whats wrong with her phone, had an update and she said it was version 4.03, thats ICS far as I know
Living in the Netherlands
Bertsens said:
My daughter ask me, just a minute ago, whats wrong with her phone, had an update and she said it was version 4.03, thats ICS far as I know
Living in the Netherlands
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Is it the I9100G version or the I9100?
Bertsens said:
My daughter ask me, just a minute ago, whats wrong with her phone, had an update and she said it was version 4.03, thats ICS far as I know
Living in the Netherlands
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If its G plss provide us the dwnld link for ics
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G no ics update yet....non-g yes.
Can check at sammobile
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If its G plss provide us the dwnld link for ics
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Keep dreaming you wont get it till june :thumbup:
I love samsung!!
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Hey Folks,
i just updatet from xxla1 to xxlb1 with kies. So the statement from Supporthotline was that its the preperation for the upcoming ICS Update which can come today/next week. He couldn't say safe date but it will come in next weeks... So no June Let's hope it will come up soon. (Germany Unbrandend I9100G)
We have been informed earlier that there will be an update but we dont have the exact dates
Rooted phone doesnt need kies...
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I wonder how efficient will be other manufacturer to roll out ICS to their promised devices... Samsung so far it seem lame...
ICS will come very soon saw a leaked image of a chinese rom!!
2 days later, still no ICS
ICS for i9100P is out so yours not far away now I suppose.
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Bertsens said:
My daughter ask me, just a minute ago, whats wrong with her phone, had an update and she said it was version 4.03, thats ICS far as I know
Living in the Netherlands
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what's your provider? i'm on kpn/hi (netherlands)
in case you know, will it depend on the provider? could that be why i'm seeing no ics update?
thanx
maybe after new galaxy lunch.. ics for i9100g will emerge.. as it come from galaxy far far away..
It`s out: http://www.gsmarena.com/the_ics_update_for_i9100g_galaxy_s_ii_is_now_available-news-4178.php
Not in Germany, apparently. At least Kies is saying, that I have the most recent firmware installed (LB1).
Hello,
I've done some searching and have seen some with the same issue. When I go to update it says:
"Failed to update firmware due to network or server problem. Try update update.. or try using kies."
Message started out of the blue a couple weeks ago.
Kies says I'm up to date. Tried through Mac and PC
Went to recovery and cleared cache and tried again. Saw that advised on another forum. Tried on 3G and different wifi networks. Possibly Samsung server error, but strange it lasted for weeks?
Baseband is I9300BULF1. Not rooted or anything.
This is my first Android. Mainly trying to isolate if an update is available or not and if there is a problem how to resolve.
just wondering if kies is up to date? Worth a check, personally I never use that rubbish, Odin for me!
thanks for reply.
I had checked and made sure Kies was up to date. I mainly use Mac, had just downloaded a version for PC, but made sure was latest version.
From what I see there are different versions based on region, etc.. Not sure if/how to tell what the latest version should be.
Latest firmware to flash is LG9 firmware.
It doesn't matter where you are, you can still flash it.
Go to samfirmware.com and you'll find the latest and you can flash it via Odin, way easier than that ota nonsense.
I've had 6 android phones and never once have I waited for an ota.
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Thanks for that link. I set file to download so should be ready by when I get in.
I have this file downloading
"Singapore (StarHub) 2012 July 4.0.4 I9300XXBLG9 I9300OLBBLG2"
From latest search that was the only one I saw with LG9
looking up info on odin as well. Looks like that's PC only program, but no problem.
Going to give this a go tonight.
Thanks
Lg8 is the same but European version I think so depending where you are it may be advisable to flash that, I'm fairly certain lg9 is the Asian version of lg8 so may not have your csc if you aren't Asian?
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Lg8 is the same but European version I think so depending where you are it may be advisable to flash that, I'm fairly certain lg9 is the Asian version of lg8 so may not have your csc if you aren't Asian?
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Yes, good point.
All custom roms are based on lg9 but then again they are all multi csc.
At the end of the day the csc doesn't really matter, its only related to carrier/location based bloat and crapware.
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nodstuff said:
At the end of the day the csc doesn't really matter, its only related to carrier/location based bloat and crapware.
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And also some settings that can be important for some people: fast dormacy, HD voice, ...
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And also some settings that can be important for some people: fast dormacy, HD voice, ...
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Ha ha, ya that too! Damn I'm not thinking straight at all tonight!
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Ha ha, ya that too! Damn I'm not thinking straight at all tonight!
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Lol, we all do it, me more than most probably! It's the act of trying to help that counts
Is what I'm downloading advisable?
I'm on the USA on att
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Is what I'm downloading advisable?
I'm on the USA on att
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If you are talking about LG9 firmware, it will only works with international SGS3 and not with american SGS3
Mopral said:
If you are talking about LG9 firmware, it will only works with international SGS3 and not with american SGS3
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I have the international version. Just saying I'm I'm the USA as something was mentioned on first Page about LG9 and Asian. Browsing from phone now, have to do more research. Still new to droid
It won't do any damage to your phone if it is the intl version, it just may not be optimized for your particular network (HD voice, fast dormancy) and on the other hand it may be just fine.
tbh there is no official firmware for the intl s3 on American networks.
In fact there is a thread here for setting up the intl version on at&t by ceo.mtcl, look it up.
It won't do any harm to your phone tho, I'm in Ireland running a custom rom and its lg9.
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thanks for all the help everything went smooth with Odin. Literally took 3 mins 45secs to complete.
For anyone such as myself who may be new to odin I got it here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1670973
As far as using odin I referred to this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
I want to update my phone to the most stable version ics firmware
I have now XXLPQ firmware
If someone can get me a link too for my samsung galaxy s2
Thank you
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1) Why make two threads ? (two issues doesn't count as a good reason, btw. Easy to include both questions in one thread. There's enough crap on here as it is).
2) Nobody can tell you what's going to run stably on your phone. Everyone's phone is setup differently. Try some different roms out & see what works well for you (easy to do once your phone is rooted/is running a kernel with CWM, makes backing up & restoring if you don't like a rom you try a 5 minute job).
You can get stock ICS firmware from Samfirmware, here or get the PC version of Checkfus (search for it on here/Google) which will enable you to download stock firmwares by country/carrier (as well as some country specific unbranded ones).
Thank you
Sorry for making two threads.. I'll be more carefull next time
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For stock,4.0.3 is more hassle free than 4.0.4.A lot of people still use GB because ICS doesnt run as it should on their phones.
I use either GB or custom setup(rootbox/dreamkernel).
People make the mistake of seeing an update an adopting the "must have" philosophy.
Do what Mistah"MountAthos"Bungle says and experiment or wait a little bit for JB.
What i meant by update os that the XXLQ has alot of bugs and i want to update to a new firmware withcless bugs
Thank you
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gs2rom said:
What i meant by update os that the XXLQ has alot of bugs and i want to update to a new firmware withcless bugs
Thank you
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Havent you read the replies.
Update means go forward(so that rules out GB,doh).
Your on 4.0.3,so that leaves 4.0.4,custom rom or wait for JB.
If you think 4.0.4 is going to be better,then install it.......lol
I suggestr you read a little more carewfully next time because you missed an import forum rule.
DO NOT POST A "What's the best ROM/Kernel/Theme?" THREAD!