[Q] Why Odin when theres Heimdall? - Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I dont get it. Developers constantly provide ODIN instructions when we are blessed with Heimdall.. Its aggrovating...

I use odin, instructions benefit me
Odin works for me
If heimball became more mainstream, id prob use odin still
Why change? It works for me
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I myself have hard-bricked a Vibrant using odin, having to purchase a Riff Box to fix it cause the Jig was no use.. I notice Cyanogen posting Heimdall instructions and citing why. Here. I have used ODIN with success as well.

I think its BS that I need 10 posts to reply in developers forum. So I'm going to spam mY own topic. Sad really... been on here since 2010
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Boom
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2010 huh....and you don't have 10 posts?......

Never needed much help. Anytime I did I usually just googled it. And developers usually post easy to follow instructions
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I don't see a question. It looks like you are venting or complaining. What sort of response do you expect?

mike_ekim said:
I don't see a question. It looks like you are venting or complaining. What sort of response do you expect?
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Idk. Who cares.
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So this is basically "let me create an off topic thread in a Q&A section so I can get my ten posts to annoy the dev"
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Its easy to use....
I think Odin is easy to use too...
you just have to click 1, 2, 3 and boom its done....didn't need to use heimdall at all....

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[Q] Unroot with Mac for Noobs

Noob here,
I've looked and looked and haven't seen anything definitive. I have a Samsung GS II (I-777). Someone had rooted my phone for me a while back but now I want to un-root it. I only have access to Mac and have NO idea how to. Everything on here seems to be written in a different language lol. What's the easiest and most simplest way to do this? Sorry if this is repetitive. Thanks in advance!
Rooting is such an easy proccess. Looking at you, I would not recommend it doing by yourself. Rooting will not get you on any legal issue other than warranty cancelation. If you still insist look at the stickied threads in this forum. I myself would like to explain it, but I can't explain it better.
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Not sure if a virtual machine of Windows would work but I would give that a try if your hell bent on un-rooting.
My question is why do you want to reverse a good thing?
Biporch said:
Rooting is such an easy proccess. Looking at you, I would not recommend it doing by yourself. Rooting will not get you on any legal issue other than warranty cancelation. If you still insist look at the stickied threads in this forum. I myself would like to explain it, but I can't explain it better.
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What????
LiLChris06 said:
Not sure if a virtual machine of Windows would work but I would give that a try if your hell bent on un-rooting.
My question is why do you want to reverse a good thing?
What????
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What I meant was that rooting is easy to do. And nothing negatives comes out of it unless you want to get the phone back to store... Since it's a mac and he doesn't have much knowledge of rooting, just let it be.
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What I meant was that rooting is easy to do. And nothing negatives comes out of it unless you want to get the phone back to store... Since it's a mac and he doesn't have much knowledge of rooting, just let it be.
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Well, "looking at you" made me go Whaaaat??? myself. Odd snap judgement from reading one post, which was pretty well phrased from what I saw.
Check this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1434020 which should help - and this thread says it should work with MacOS: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1286432. You'll need to do some more searching and learning (start with the sticky at the top of the general forum). If you don't feel confident doing this, then don't. You really aren't going to gain anything by it unless you have a specific need. Or expand on what you're looking for and maybe we can help.
BTW if you don't use it, the difference between root and unrooted is zero AFAIK. Root just lets you do more, but it's still stock i777 if that's all "someone" did.
Well, the thing is, the root that this person did (not me lol) has disabled my wifi. It's the ZedomaxStockKernel. I did some research on this and it seems that using this method renders the wifi useless. I clearly don't know what I'm doing but will read more in regards to this. Again, I've had the phone rooted for about a month now and I haven't done anything different. (Maybe because I don't know how) I wouldn't mind leaving it rooted but if I could fix the wifi issue, that would be great and then maybe I can learn further about this whole root thing. Reading through the forums though, most people rooting have Windows and not Macos. Which kind of leaves me feeling alone lol
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Well, the thing is, the root that this person did (not me lol) has disabled my wifi. It's the ZedomaxStockKernel. I did some research on this and it seems that using this method renders the wifi useless. I clearly don't know what I'm doing but will read more in regards to this. Again, I've had the phone rooted for about a month now and I haven't done anything different. (Maybe because I don't know how) I wouldn't mind leaving it rooted but if I could fix the wifi issue, that would be great and then maybe I can learn further about this whole root thing. Reading through the forums though, most people rooting have Windows and not Macos. Which kind of leaves me feeling alone lol
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Just flash another kernel and you'll be fine
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Yeah. Download mobile odin pro (or free + that package) and flash the latest siyah tar.
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skatin707 said:
Yeah. Download mobile odin pro (or free + that package) and flash the latest siyah tar.
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All that sounds great but again, you guys are talking to the noobs of noobs. If only I knew how! lol is there a step by step that I could follow?
And Odin is available for Mac?
Just googled it lol and okay, I'm downloading Odin from the App store now but how do I flash the new kernel on to it?
iimzii85 said:
Just googled it lol and okay, I'm downloading Odin from the App store now but how do I flash the new kernel on to it?
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Go into the siyah thread (you can do it on your phone). Download the ATT tar file. Open up mobile odin, select kernel. It will open a window to find your kernel. If you download from the xda app it will be in tapatalk_downloads I think. Select siyah_2.1.13 (or whatever it is). Go down to the bottom where it says flash firmware, hit it. If done correctly, the phone will reboot and everything will be awesome
I'll keep an eye on this thread tonight in case you have further questions.
Forgot to mention, the siyah thread is here in the i777 forum, more specifically look in the development section. The download link is in the first post.
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Go into the siyah thread (you can do it on your phone). Download the ATT tar file. Open up mobile odin, select kernel. It will open a window to find your kernel. If you download from the xda app it will be in tapatalk_downloads I think. Select siyah_2.1.13 (or whatever it is). Go down to the bottom where it says flash firmware, hit it. If done correctly, the phone will reboot and everything will be awesome
I'll keep an eye on this thread tonight in case you have further questions.
Forgot to mention, the siyah thread is here in the i777 forum, more specifically look in the development section. The download link is in the first post.
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Okay I understood almost everything you wrote! Let me start by saying thank you! Couple of questions so I don't screw something up!
1. Should I download the .tar file directly to my phone? Would that be easiest?
2. I can't seem to find the thread in the development section, care to spoon feed me?
Lastly, when I googled Siyah it gave my a website but I don't know if that's reliable or not.
Thanks!!
Found it!! Will try today and update!
Did everything exactly to the T. Worked but wifi is still not accessible. It scans for wifi but before anything happens, wifi turns off and then nothing. Any other thoughts on this? This is tough...
iimzii85 said:
Did everything exactly to the T. Worked but wifi is still not accessible. It scans for wifi but before anything happens, wifi turns off and then nothing. Any other thoughts on this? This is tough...
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Did you change ROM bases without a full wipe? That will kill wifi.
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dandrumheller said:
Did you change ROM bases without a full wipe? That will kill wifi.
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I have no idea. I just did what I was told. Like I said, noob here so I wouldn't even begin to know that answer. Suggest a fix?
iimzii85 said:
I have no idea. I just did what I was told. Like I said, noob here so I wouldn't even begin to know that answer. Suggest a fix?
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Do a factory reset in cwm recovery. You will lose your installed apps and home screen setup, so if you are partial to them, make a backup first.
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[Q] anyone know how to root limited edition I/O Galaxy tab 10.1?!?!

Tryed Odin but it wont go in to recovery...any help would be appreciated..
tried almost everything thanks
Naisaelee21 said:
Tryed Odin but it wont go in to recovery...any help would be appreciated..
tried almost everything thanks
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Start another thread. I'm sure that will fix it. Or you could search the forum. Your choice.
slack04 said:
Start another thread. I'm sure that will fix it. Or you could search the forum. Your choice.
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I love seeing you say what so many others only dare to think.
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slack04 said:
Start another thread. I'm sure that will fix it. Or you could search the forum. Your choice.
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Gtfo Troll..did i ask for your opinion..
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Because Odin doesn't get you into recovery.../facepalm :\
Misledz said:
Because Odin doesn't get you into recovery.../facepalm :\
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No really..I wasn't trying to get to recovery from Odin I was trying to flash the recovery with Odin..if no one wants to help n just troll then don't even post. I'm look for help no your opinion. Xda is for members to help others out..not trolling on people. Thanks for nothing
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Naisaelee21 said:
No really..I wasn't trying to get to recovery from Odin I was trying to flash the recovery with Odin..if no one wants to help n just troll then don't even post. I'm look for help no your opinion. Xda is for members to help others out..not trolling on people. Thanks for nothing
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EDIT... Just noticed your other thread asking the same thing. So I can understand the posts you got here, but since that was also one of the threads where I thought the answer was, your search for qualified assistance may require a bit more effort and politeness on your part, even if others are being rude.
Honestly, if you do a search and read a bit, like the forum rules say to do, before posting, you will find that this has been asked and well answered in another thread where name calling wasn't resorted to. Sorry I don't remember the answer, but I think it was just like flashing any other tab. Don't take that as a legit answer though because my memory fails often. I do know I have seen this asked and answered several other times though.
So for the best results do a search. Really, it works.
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http://forums.androidcentral.com/sa...alaxy-tab-10-1-proper-root-busybox-tools.html
This should help, I guess. The files lead to Pershoot blog anyways.
Benzoman said:
EDIT... Just noticed your other thread asking the same thing. So I can understand the posts you got here, but since that was also one of the threads where I thought the answer was, your search for qualified assistance may require a bit more effort and politeness on your part, even if others are being rude.
Honestly, if you do a search and read a bit, like the forum rules say to do, before posting, you will find that this has been asked and well answered in another thread where name calling wasn't resorted to. Sorry I don't remember the answer, but I think it was just like flashing any other tab. Don't take that as a legit answer though because my memory fails often. I do know I have seen this asked and answered several other times though.
So for the best results do a search. Really, it works.
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Tell u the truth I did search..tryed it for at least 6 hours no lie lol but could find it..I've had half a do on Samsung phones n rooted with no problem at all. Been doin this since my vibrant. First tab too. But did meen to post another theard..but thanks for the heads up anyways..
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Misledz said:
http://forums.androidcentral.com/sa...alaxy-tab-10-1-proper-root-busybox-tools.html
This should help, I guess. The files lead to Pershoot blog anyways.
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Thanks will give it a try..
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Only problem is I can't get into recovery
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Naisaelee21 said:
Only problem is I can't get into recovery
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Misledz is often a great help. Good to see him post for you cause usually if it can be fixed, it gets fixed with his help. He's who I'd want helping me.
I know how frustrating searching for an answer can be sometimes, so now it's just a matter of patience as we're all in different time zones.
Best of luck... sorry I can't help you myself but my limited knowledge of anything not standard is still too limited.
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Why thank you good sir Benz
Then again, recovery mode has always been the straightforward thing to do, it's just timing, I did a little research on I/O edition to check for differences and it seems there is not much that's different, the recovery kickup is the same, Vol Down+ Power {When the device is off}, Then again, you shouldn't have USB plugged in when you do it as it conflicts with the key combo.
The thread I linked you describes the same method for kicking it into recovery, he is also an owner of an I/O series, I wish I had one to make it easier but sadly I can't see where your issue lies, but I am willing to stick by till you get this done right, Hope that helps.
Fitz
Thank u guys I really appreciate it..I tried the power + volume key with/without USB plugged in and all that pops up is the downloading mode and USB icon..like I said I've had many Samsung phones and never had a problem lol but I'll update u guys n thanks for the support
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Hey dude, same exact issue as you. I found it though, follow this-
http://wsupintech.com/post/18007907068/how-to-root-your-google-i-o-edition-galaxy-tab-10-1
I think the big problem was that version of clockwork isn't compatible.
I have the same tablet and used the same process as the regular tab and worked just fine for me running CM9 right now
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Took a while but I'm sure he should have realized that by now
Final got it the driver wasn't installed right..thanks everyone
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root?

Is there a simple method to root galaxy S3?
what does no tripping flash counter mean? why are images required? will that reset phone to stock again?
nekrosoft13 said:
Is there a simple method to root galaxy S3?
what does no tripping flash counter mean? why are images required? will that reset phone to stock again?
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Pretty much any method is fairly streamline now. There's a root toolkit that does all the work for you, all you have to do is enter in a number that relates to the command when you run it. Be certain you are using the proper root method for your carrier and follow all instructions carefully.
Tripping the flash counter happens when you flash your recovery via odin. It triggers the built in counter in download mode to show that you have "tampered" with the device, and therefor can be refused warranty work. To avoid this, use either ADB through command line, or terminal emulator.
I usually don't post this..... but.....
DUDE READ
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Thank you. Will look for root toolkit.
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jjlean said:
I usually don't post this..... but.....
DUDE READ
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There is to much "chaos" on forum to many different methods, to many go here get this, go there for that etc....
Thats why i appreciate post above yours so guidance helps a lot especialy when your rooting your new device first time.
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nekrosoft13 said:
There is to much "chaos" on forum to many different methods, to many go here get this, go there for that etc....
Thats why i appreciate post above yours so guidance helps a lot especialy when your rooting your new device first time.
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I agree that there is a lot of posts all over the place but to all fairness, there is posts in this same section http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1722344 that shows you exactly what to do to root.
I agree that you NEED TO READ. If you aren't willing to do the research you're going to have an expensive brick instead of an amazing phone running Jelly Bean roms or whatever you choose.
Also, don't just rely on one thread. Read multiple so you see opinions and suggestions.
nekrosoft13 said:
Is there a simple method to root galaxy S3?
what does no tripping flash counter mean? why are images required? will that reset phone to stock again?
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Don't think it matters if you trip the flash counter any more there's an app to get rid of it Triangle Away. Also be careful many people have Lost there Imei# and now have a very expensive mp3 player. Might be a good idea to wait until they figure out how to back up imei first.
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nekrosoft13 said:
There is to much "chaos" on forum to many different methods, to many go here get this, go there for that etc....
Thats why i appreciate post above yours so guidance helps a lot especialy when your rooting your new device first time.
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I literally got my phone, read here for 30 min and had a rooted phone in 45 after the phone arrived. Bottom line is u didn't read. Don't give me that shot that there are so many threads. Check the stickies. It's right there man. Sorry to be a ****, but I can't stand lazy people.
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I think it's funny how quick everyone is to tell people to read - When there are likely many threads that you've started that a google search could've solved in 5 minutes. He had plenty of other questions that had nothing to do with how to root his device. Yes reading can help solve most of his issues, but when you have the possibility of turning a 600$ phone completely worthless, it doesn't hurt to ask questions.
Really, get over yourselves.
Good call I have spent probably a week reading not only this forum but others as well and find numerous conflicting methods for rooting. There's nothing wrong with asking that's why there's a questions forum to begin with.:thumbup:
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Broadley1 said:
Good call I have spent probably a week reading not only this forum but others as well and find numerous conflicting methods for rooting. There's nothing wrong with asking that's why there's a questions forum to begin with.:thumbup:
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I bet you upgraded from iphone(like me). Coming to your question, it depends on the model you are on. Check this galaxys3root dot com . Max got videos for rooting all models of S3. They are pretty much simple. happy rooting!!!
Broadley1 said:
Good call I have spent probably a week reading not only this forum but others as well and find numerous conflicting methods for rooting. There's nothing wrong with asking that's why there's a questions forum to begin with.:thumbup:
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excactly thats why its called discussion board not reading board.
id_twin said:
Pretty much any method is fairly streamline now. There's a root toolkit that does all the work for you, all you have to do is enter in a number that relates to the command when you run it. Be certain you are using the proper root method for your carrier and follow all instructions carefully.
Tripping the flash counter happens when you flash your recovery via odin. It triggers the built in counter in download mode to show that you have "tampered" with the device, and therefor can be refused warranty work. To avoid this, use either ADB through command line, or terminal emulator.
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roottoolkit will trip your counter.
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nekrosoft13 said:
Is there a simple method to root galaxy S3?
what does no tripping flash counter mean? why are images required? will that reset phone to stock again?
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It is pretty straight forward. Make sure you have the drivers installed before rooting. In short, follow the instructions to the point. If you are worried about tripping your flash counter, there is a specific root method you follow. If you do not care, then you can use the tool kit. If you look through the posts in the development section, you will easily find it. PM me if you need help.
When I plug my phone into computer it finds my device drivers. Will that work or do I have to download them from the link provided?
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That will work. No need to download them
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jjlean said:
I usually don't post this..... but.....
DUDE READ
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Or at least search first... Lol
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id_twin said:
I think it's funny how quick everyone is to tell people to read - When there are likely many threads that you've started that a google search could've solved in 5 minutes. He had plenty of other questions that had nothing to do with how to root his device. Yes reading can help solve most of his issues, but when you have the possibility of turning a 600$ phone completely worthless, it doesn't hurt to ask questions.
Really, get over yourselves.
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well said

How to update clockworkmod recovery

How to update clockworkmod recovery,trying to flash cm9 and cm10 but I recieve a status 7 installation aborbted error. So i assume cwm needs to be updated
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I believe its still an Odin flash
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Can you elaberate please
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T3hBraveBoss said:
How to update clockworkmod recovery,trying to flash cm9 and cm10 but I recieve a status 7 installation aborbted error. So i assume cwm needs to be updated
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gtuansdiamm said:
I believe its still an Odin flash
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T3hBraveBoss said:
Can you elaberate please
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Not to sound mean... But if you are asking about basic stuff, you might want to:
- Read some threads before you start flashing
- use the search function
- follow the thread instructions following the above two suggestions.
Try to troubleshoot yourself first... All your issues are solvable by searching.
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Couldn't find any queries, and so what if it's basic. Everyone has to start somewhere and at some point of time you were in the same position as me; not knowing what to do. So in conclusion don't spark negative comments when I am hundred percent sure you had be in the same spot as me at one point
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T3hBraveBoss said:
Couldn't find any queries, and so what if it's basic. Everyone has to start somewhere and at some point of time you were in the same position as me; not knowing what to do. So in conclusion don't spark negative comments when I am hundred percent sure you had be in the same spot as me at one point
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Just did a search for you and this result (of many) was at the top. Cmon, just try is all.. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1760376
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Naddict said:
Really.? You mean a simple search for clockworkmod update instructions cannot be found in xda? Are you serious? Just did a search for you and this result (of many) was at the top. Cmon, just try is all.. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1760376
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Couldn't you just post the link to help him out without being a douche ??
jmorton10 said:
Couldn't you just post the link to help him out without being a douche ??
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My first post was un- douche like... The flame followed his volley... however... I did modify for niceness...
If everyone searched first... The mods wouldn't constantly be cleaning threads... Have you or others read published instructions to use the search function first?
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just install rom manager from google play, and then update the CWM from there.
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just install rom manager from google play, and then update the CWM from there.
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I would like that method way better, but it doesnt show any galaxy s3 phone :/
Naddict said:
My first post was un- douche like... The flame followed his volley... however... I did modify for niceness...
If everyone searched first... The mods wouldn't constantly be cleaning threads... Have you or others read published instructions to use the search function first?
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as I said before I did search before posting, I always try to do so, and it does not explain how to update it; still lost
T3hBraveBoss said:
as I said before I did search before posting, I always try to do so, and it does not explain how to update it; still lost
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Ok.. Did you post this in the cm9 or 10 threads to see if this has been experienced by anyone else? Are you familiar with Odin?
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Naddict said:
Not to sound mean... But if you are asking about basic stuff,
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I agree with this POV.
If someone is having trouble simply installing/updating CWM, they absolutely need to do more reading, or chances are they will badly mess up their phone.
Using ODIN and installing CWM are rooting 101, and I would advise any SGS3 user to make sure they know these 2 bits of software inside and out, before jumping into CM9/CM10, as both are not fully stable, and will require additional knowledge to get them working correctly, if it is yet possible given the current build states of each.
If CWM installs, or ODIN flashes are not pieces of cake for you, you should probably pick a different ROM until they are.
Yes we all started somewhere, but a big tip from experienced users to noobs, is to learn how to swim, before jumping in the deep end. And CM9/CM10 is definitely the "deep end" of the Android pool, at least until the builds reach RC status, if not at least beta, as things wont work, or are yet to come upstream.
It takes as much time to flame as it does to post helpful advice. How do you want to be remembered?
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Telling some one that cant swim, how to jump into the deep end, is not my idea of "helpful" advice.
Sometimes the "helpful" advice is.. "you are not ready yet"
It may not be what the person wanting to jump into the deep end wants to hear, but it may save their phone, until they know what they need to, to get where they want to be.
DCRocks said:
I agree with this POV.
If someone is having trouble simply installing/updating CWM, they absolutely need to do more reading, or chances are they will badly mess up their phone.
Using ODIN and installing CWM are rooting 101, and I would advise any SGS3 user to make sure they know these 2 bits of software inside and out, before jumping into CM9/CM10, as both are not fully stable, and will require additional knowledge to get them working correctly, if it is yet possible given the current build states of each.
If CWM installs, or ODIN flashes are not pieces of cake for you, you should probably pick a different ROM until they are.
Yes we all started somewhere, but a big tip from experienced users to noobs, is to learn how to swim, before jumping in the deep end. And CM9/CM10 is definitely the "deep end" of the Android pool, at least until the builds reach RC status, if not at least beta, as things wont work, or are yet to come upstream.
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Thanks man...:good:
I know the sense of panic you have when you trash your phone, here's hoping some users understand that by searching first, almost 98% of the answers are out there.
That being said, I am willing to help out, given what I know, but I am willing to bet there are posts already done that lay it out there, step by step, on how to recover from this...???
Again, to anyone seeing this, not trying to be a **** here, but the search function really has tremendous value when looking, don't just try one term, use several variants of terms when searching. I bet you'll find something, heck..you may find out something off your first search topic that'll get you there better or quicker.
OP ...have you looked at this? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1736476
Well I'm yet to find a detailed guide, I haven't been able to find one - I'm not going to do something based off a bad or poorly written guide, I am not going to risk breaking my new galaxy s3. I am yet to find a guide that suits my standard of usage; it would be nice for someone to point one out to me instead of making a debate oh whether I can or can not do something - please don't consdend me.
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I take it you have the SGS3 for AT&T, correct?
What exactly do you need a guide for, upgrading CWM?
I take you are rooted, what version of CWM do you have, and what version are you trying to upgrade to?
What version & build of CM are you trying to install, the file name should give the specifics?
Does the ODIN count matter to you?
okay download CWM for your phone from :http://clockworkmod.com/rommanager
Rename it to recovery.img , and copy the file to your phone's internal /sdcard
Grab android terminal emulator from the play store and run the same commands starting with su in the box below.
just type: su
then
dd if=/sdcard/recovery.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18
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I take it you have the SGS3 for AT&T, correct?
What exactly do you need a guide for, upgrading CWM?
I take you are rooted, what version of CWM do you have, and what version are you trying to upgrade to?
What version & build of CM are you trying to install, the file name should give the specifics?
Does the ODIN count matter to you?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1715037
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746665
I would suggest you not consider it an upgrade persay...think of it as starting over and look at the two posts above, this ought to help...that is, if you are ATT...Thanks DC for the cool head...and getting us back on topic...:laugh::angel:

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Ive been reading around and I was wondering that if you updated to ics then will the root methods work
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kufusoto said:
Ive been reading around and I was wondering that if you updated to ics then will the root methods work
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Flash the stock 2.3.4 with root and then flash siyah or entropy's kernel for CWM. There's your spoon feeding for the day
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Questions belong in the Q&A forum, not general.
Many of the methods will not work. You can flash a custom kernel which injects root (increments the flash counter.) There is a rooted stock ICS in the original development section (does not increment the flash counter.)
No no no! Creepy, they don't want the EASY way dude. Have u learned nothing? They want to update with kies. So they can make a thread about not being able to update with kies. Then make another about the correct drivers and how kies sucks in general. Then they wanna use that for 2 days , find out how bad it sucks, then try and flash back to something else with Odin. Except they can't get Odin to work. New thread time again! Then once they get that spoon feeding goodness they wanna Odin back to stock and flash a new ROM. Except....wait for it....they're getting status 7 errors cause they're trying to flash a ported i9100 rom! New thread baby!!!
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No no no! Creepy, they don't want the EASY way dude. Have u learned nothing? They want to update with kies. So they can make a thread about not being able to update with kies. Then make another about the correct drivers and how kies sucks in general. Then they wanna use that for 2 days , find out how bad it sucks, then try and flash back to something else with Odin. Except they can't get Odin to work. New thread time again! Then once they get that spoon feeding goodness they wanna Odin back to stock and flash a new ROM. Except....wait for it....they're getting status 7 errors cause they're trying to flash a ported i9100 rom! New thread baby!!!
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hehe, Umad bro?
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No no no! Creepy, they don't want the EASY way dude. Have u learned nothing? They want to update with kies. So they can make a thread about not being able to update with kies. Then make another about the correct drivers and how kies sucks in general. Then they wanna use that for 2 days , find out how bad it sucks, then try and flash back to something else with Odin. Except they can't get Odin to work. New thread time again! Then once they get that spoon feeding goodness they wanna Odin back to stock and flash a new ROM. Except....wait for it....they're getting status 7 errors cause they're trying to flash a ported i9100 rom! New thread baby!!!
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@Phalanx: you missed the part where they use galaxys2root.com and brick their phone, so they create a thread, but since they don't have time to read or search they try to fix the problems by using rom manager, leading to another brick and another thread
The standard response around here needs to be http://www.apple.com/iphone/ and just leave it at that
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The standard response around here needs to be http://www.apple.com/iphone/ and just leave it at that
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Rofl hahaha true true. I wasn't responding to anyone in particular of course, just having some fun. But definitely an awesome response lol
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Lol sorry i did that when i first started guys... These few months of reading have taught me so many things
Edit: they may seem mean and basically a**holes at first, but in reality if you really need the info, you need to do it yourself
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So you guys are being dicks because I asked a question about a manufacture I've never had, thats mature
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So you guys are being dicks because I asked a question about a manufacture I've never had, thats mature
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You gotta learn to have a thicker skin around here dude, plus I answered your question even though the answer is out there and easy to find (hint: the stickies are full of good info).
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You gotta learn to have a thicker skin around here dude, plus I answered your question even though the answer is out there and easy to find (hint: the stickies are full of good info).
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Yeah I caught that and anyways I'm already rooted thanks to you
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You have to understand that these people have learned from hard work and research.. The answers are out there. It doesnt take long to find out. They arent "being dicks". If you think about it, they are helping you because you are obviously are going to have more issues(small or big,still an issue) and if you read these stickies and posts, you wouldnt have any problem fixing them. And that just debloats these threads
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So you guys are being dicks because I asked a question about a manufacture I've never had, thats mature
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No man no I wasn't directing anything at u when I was saying what I said about people not wanting to take the easy way and creating a bunch of threads. I was talking about the loads of people who are already / have done that. Most of us here have inside jokes with one another cause we see each other on here a lot. I would never want anyone to think I don't like them or purposefully hurt someone. Like Nick said u gotta have a thick skin around here, and most of us aren't trying to hurt anyone. Just jabbing each other.
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You gotta learn to have a thicker skin around here dude, plus I answered your question even though the answer is out there and easy to find (hint: the stickies are full of good info).
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Yeah man. We bez kiddin. You got your answer, just roll with the punches a little
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