hey guys i updated my galaxy s2 today to ics using this guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
but after its in stalled my phone keeps turning off after a minute or so, is there a way of getting back to the orignal firmware (so kies will recognise it again) or how to get ics working properly??
re-install stock ics through odin that will sort it out had same issue this morning. i downloaded the 1 package file from the galaxy s2 general forum.
All you have to do is tick then click on the tab PDA, find the rom in your pc downloads folder and click start works a charm now
Tapped from a modded GS2
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thanks for the help mate and sorry dude it wont happen it again
i tried the link you sent me in a pm and it fix anything,
can anyone point me to a good solid uk o2 firmware please
i got it fixed by doing a factory restore so this can closed now
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[SIZE=+1]Q1: How do I root my Samsung Galaxy S3 i9300?[/size]
There are several methods to achieve this:
CF-AutoRoot by Chainfire
CF-Root by Chainfire
A custom kernel like Siyah, Speedmod and others which can be flashed with Odin or Heimdall
Use the toolkit by mskip
[SIZE=+1]Q2: What can I do to conserve/improve battery life?[/size]
Official Samsung Touchwiz ROMs enable Smart Screen by default. You can tell it's enabled if you see an eye icon in the top right corner of your phones home screen. Smart Screen attempts to sense when you are looking at the screen to turn it on and to rotate the screen when you change your viewing angle but it is also notorious for draining the battery.
To turn it off go to Settings -> My Device -> Smart Screen then disable 'Smart Stay' and 'Smart rotation'.
To conserve your battery under official firmwares it is also recommended to enable power saving mode and, for all firmwares, you should turn off the WiFi, Bluetooth and your mobile data connections whenever you are not using them to minimize battery drain.
[SIZE=+1]Q3: How do I flash (install) ROMs?[/size]
ROMs that come packaged as a .zip file are usually installed using a custom recovery tool such as TWRP or ClockworkMod. Unlike previous Samsung Galaxy S devices the recovery for the Samsung Galaxy S3 i9300 is NOT part of the kernel. Instead, the SGSIII has a separate recovery partition. Custom recovery partitions can be installed using Odin if you are running Windows or Heimdall, which is available for Linux/UNIX and Mac OSX as well as Windows.
Some ROMs come packaged as a .tar.md5 file. These can only be directly flashed using Odin. Heimdall users are required to extract the individual tar files from within the .tar.md5 file and then flash them to the correct partitions using an appropriate .pit (partition map) file. Heimdall can be used to generate .pit files by extracting the existing partition map from your phone. Note that .tar.md5 files are actually just regular tar files with an added .md5 extension.
[SIZE=+1]Q4: How can I return to the stock ROM?[/size]
There is sometimes the need to revert to the stock ROM, for example when you need to return your device if its still under warranty. doovd made this great guide to the process.
[SIZE=+1]Q5: What is Odin?[/size]
Odin is a leaked tool from Samsung. It is used to flash firmwares (aka ROMs) to phones. There are many how-to's covering the use of Odin, such as this. Others can be found on the XDA WIKI.
[SIZE=+1]Q6: How do I unlock my bootloader?[/size]
There is no need to unlock the bootloader as it is already unlocked! This is the case for most Samsung devices.
[SIZE=+1]Q7: I have heard about EFS. Why is this so important?[/size]
/EFS is a partition on your phone where your IMEI code is stored. Without it your phone is an expensive PDA as you will not be able to make calls. Make sure to have a backup of this partition on a separate device before you attempt to flash new ROMs. TWRP and Philz recovery let you backup the EFS partition.
The format of the EFS partition changed with the release of the MG4 modem firmware so this can cause issues if your modem version and EFS don't match. Here is an explanation of the Samsung firmware naming convention.
[SIZE=+1]Q8: After flashing a ROM I cannot make calls. I now get a 'Not registered on network' error on my lock screen and if I look under Settings -> About Phone -> Status my IMEI begins with 0049 and my serial number has changed to a string of zeros. How can I fix this?[/size]
There are many threads on this forum suggesting this problem is caused by an EFS/modem mismatch or a corrupt EFS partition. This is a potential cause but its more likely you have flashed a ROM with the incorrect CSC (Customer Sales Code) for your phone network. For example, you can experience this error if you've flashed a BTU ROM when your network requires a H3G (Three) CSC. It can also be caused by flashing a ROM using the PDA instead of the CSC option under Odin. You can check your current CSC by dialling *#1234# or connecting your phone to Kies.
If you flashed with Odin and you're sure you flashed a ROM with the correct CSC, the first thing to try is flashing the same ROM using Odin's CSC mode instead of PDA mode. If your phone is rooted you can try changing the CSC mode using a CSC changer app but be warned that doing so will perform a factory reset - wiping all your settings, apps, messages and locally stored contacts etc. If none of those methods restore your correct IMEI, serial and network connectivity then a number of S3 users have reported success by flashing A.S._id's rescue firmware.
[SIZE=+1]Q9: I'm sure I've correctly flashed an SGSIII ROM with the right CSC for my network but why can I still not make calls?[/size]
If your phone was running an Android version less than v4.3 before you flashed a new ROM then you may need to install a patched modem and, if you upgraded to a newer stock ROM, a patched kernel too such as the zuluman modem FW/kernel. You will usually not need to install a patched kernel if you install CyanogenMod or a CM-based ROM. A number of kernels and modem firmwares patched for Android 4.3+ are available here.
[SIZE=+1]Q10: What is the best ROM for the SGSIII?[/size]
Galaxy ROMs come in two flavours. CyanogenMod-based ROMs and TouchWiz-based ROMs. CyanogenMod is completely open source and forms the basis of several derivatives such as AOKP, ParanoidAndroid and many more. These ROMs lack a number of features exclusive to Samsung's TouchWiz like Svoice, Smart Stay, S-Beam and so on. On the other hand, they generally perform better thanks to consuming less resources.
There is no such thing as 'the best rom', it is a subjective matter. Please read this sticky thread in the General section.
[SIZE=+1]Q11: Where can I download the official firmware files from?[/size]
Official firmware files are available here.
[SIZE=+1]Q12: How do I enable Debug mode?[/size]
Since Android 4.2 debug (developer) mode has been hidden by default. Debug mode can be enabled by tapping 7 times on Build number under Settings -> About Phone.
[SIZE=+1]Q13: How do I enter Download Mode and Recovery mode?[/size]
Make sure your phone is unplugged and powered off, then:
Download Mode: Hold Volume down, home, and power until you see the green dude.
Recovery: Hold Volume up, home, and power for about 5 seconds then release all buttons. This might take a couple of tries.
[SIZE=+1]Q14: What is the 'Flash Counter'?[/size]
Your phone's flash counter is triggered and incremented after installing a custom firmware. This is Samsung's way of knowing that you have modded your device. Thanks to the awesome people at XDA, this counter can be reset. Refer to this thread.
[SIZE=+1]Q15: What is ADB and how do I use it?[/size]
[GUIDE] ADB Workshop and Guide for everyone
[SIZE=+1]Q16: I've been asked to provide a logcat. How do I do that?[/size]
How to read a logcat/ Troubleshoot your own issues!
[SIZE=+1]Q17: TitaniumBackup can't find my backups anymore![/size]
This usually occurs after upgrading to Android 4.2 when users forget to also update the recovery partition. Older recoveries can't handle the multiuser support on the sdcards so your data got repeatedly shifted to a folder named 0, resulting in /sdcard/0/0/0... etc. That is where your backups have gone! You simply have to update TitaniumBackup's settings to point to the correct location and your backups will re-appear.
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Also thanks to @SkippyleGrandGourou for providing updated links to TWRP and ClockworkMod[/size]
Do not post "Thank you" type responses. If you have additional questions or require more help, try to find an existing thread or create your own. Do not use this as a general help thread. More Frequenty Asked Questions and their answers are welcome here and I will add them to the OP.
Maybe you can add the FAQ: How do I go back to stock? That question gets asked A LOT
<sent from my Nexus 4>
The real need is not a sticky or a faq its getting the ffffff to read them first .
jje
Coreym said:
Maybe you can add the FAQ: How do I go back to stock? That question gets asked A LOT
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Thanks for the idea! Please feel free to submit more, together with the answer please :highfive:
JJEgan said:
The real need is not a sticky or a faq its getting the ffffff to read them first .
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If there is no faq then how to get them to read it first?
Ynt: Frequently Asked Questions
Good job. Ty...
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Zatta said:
If there is no faq then how to get them to read it first?
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My point is that there are already FAQS and Guides stickied that are unread .All bar question 12 have been posted for a long long time in the stickies .
But i will be honest i have no idea at all how mods can prevent this forum from degenerating even further .
Possible duplication of sticky s in both General and Q&A may help .
jje
JJEgan said:
My point is that there are already FAQS and Guides stickied that are unread .All bar question 12 have been posted for a long long time in the stickies .
But i will be honest i have no idea at all how mods can prevent this forum from degenerating even further .
Possible duplication of sticky s in both General and Q&A may help .
jje
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It's been a long time since I registered, but is there some kind of big splash screen that pops up saying read the FAQ/stickies? If not, there should be!
And it should be like one of those annoying t&c's things on windows apps that won't let you past until you have scrolled down.
In fact, you should have to read instructions, saying things like search/faq/stickies etc, then you have to answer 5 questions correctly before you can register!
Need help plzzz mail me ans...
I want to ask that when i dail number and send call my note 2goes to vibration..can u plzzz tell me whats the prob...mu email id is [email protected]
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I want to ask that when i dail number and send call my note 2goes to vibration..can u plzzz tell me whats the prob...mu email id is [email protected]
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If you have read Q12, you would have gone to the Note2 section instead of the i9300 one. And I have no idead what you are asking, let alone the answer.
i think you should change the answer to Q7
We have a sticky stating not to post best rom threads - that should be be included here
Consider it done... Shortly after I get to my computer. Thanks.
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Hi guys
I'm new on this forum.
I want to know what the difference is between the Supernexus mod 2.0 & CM 10.1 mod (this one is allready installed on my phone (Galaxy S3) )
I can't post on this forum : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2076672 because I don't have the privileges.
Greets
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look at the descriptions and compare them
question. Normaly 1GB RAM. In system look 875 MB RAM.....Whi ?
middle east room
Hi can ihave please the orignal middle east room jb 4.1.1
And 4.1.2
And if there not 4.1.2 jb room until now
Can you give me any room but not locked to any network
Because my mobile is not locked
My mobile GT-I9305 for middle east
Thanks.
q8_wolf said:
Hi can ihave please the orignal middle east room jb 4.1.1
And 4.1.2
And if there not 4.1.2 jb room until now
Can you give me any room but not locked to any network
Because my mobile is not locked
My mobile GT-I9305 for middle east
Thanks.
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This is a FAQ not a service depot and you need I9305 forum .
jje
sir i cant post new thread can you help me please
q8_wolf said:
sir i cant post new thread can you help me please
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1961
I was trying to install SlimKat on it and I received a Status 7 error. So I searched for Status 7 error CWM and results came up with that I needed to update CMW. I tried doing that, and something went wrong. It's now got a warning saying to restore in Kies. I tried doing that too. But, since this is an Australian model (Vodafone), I was unable to in Kies.
Is there anyway possible to restore to stock Android (whatever version) via Odin? With like PHONE, PDA, etc. sections?
Please help because I'm not very good with Android phones.
You missed the stickied thread near the top of Q&A titled 'Flash stock firmware'. Get stock rom for country/carrier from Samfirmware, flash it using instructions in that thread. Problems with Odin/getting the flash done ? Hopper8's 'Odin troubleshooting' thread stickied in General has all the info you need in order to get a successful flash.
Edit - The stock roms @ Samfirmware are one part, you don't need a rom that has the components split into separate files.
s2 i9100 xxki3 blank imei and baseband
i am having problem getting back my imei and basband . i m new here and i learn lot of things from this forum.. its realy very helpful.. but i still didn't get what i am looking for i folowed all procedure i got from the forum and still blank imei .. need help thanks in advance
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MistahBungle said:
You missed the stickied thread near the top of Q&A titled 'Flash stock firmware'. Get stock rom for country/carrier from Samfirmware, flash it using instructions in that thread. Problems with Odin/getting the flash done ? Hopper8's 'Odin troubleshooting' thread stickied in General has all the info you need in order to get a successful flash.
Edit - The stock roms @ Samfirmware are one part, you don't need a rom that has the components split into separate files.
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Thanks for your help.
I worked out how to do it (before reading your comment) and I used Odin to "apply" CWM and I created a backup of the system files and everything, on my SD Card, so I restored back to that.
Important note: Always back up!
Thank you!
Hi
Just managed to get a dead S3 into download mode with a GPG Boot cable , as a iPhone user (please dont boo me , I'm jailbroken at least) I have very little understanding of the Android ROM system , I'm unable to find matching files and have to wait about 10 hours to download every one.
If someone could tell me the right files I need to flash this phone back into stock rom I'd be very grateful.
Its a I9300 UK Vodafone with the stock OS it came with , I'm assuming 4.04 ?
I'm not sure which version of ODIN I need , nor either the .tar all in one or .pit / csc / phone / modem files.
I dont mind waiting a week to download these files so long as they're correct.
If you could tell me this it'd be much appreciated and If I can work out how I'll tip you in some xda-developers forum way.
Many Thanks :good:
Keir Lawson
Follow the sticky guides, don't post questions in general forum.
Help
If a mod wants to move this to the relevant section of the forum that'd be great.
The sticky guides are unclear and overlapping , many link to hotfile which now dosen't exist and they each say you need a different rom or version of ODIN , any help would be much appreciated and as said rewarded.
16GB I9300 UK Vodafone , Fixed using GPG Boot cable , clear instructions + link to files on how to completely re-stock it.
(Any version of android , don't mind if newest or not jsut want it to work)
keirjohnharry said:
If a mod wants to move this to the relevant section of the forum that'd be great.
The sticky guides are unclear and overlapping , many link to hotfile which now dosen't exist and they each say you need a different rom or version of ODIN , any help would be much appreciated and as said rewarded.
16GB I9300 UK Vodafone , Fixed using GPG Boot cable , clear instructions + link to files on how to completely re-stock it.
(Any version of android , don't mind if newest or not jsut want it to work)
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Sammobile has everything you need.
Make a account and download every stock rom for you're samsung phone.
http://www.sammobile.com/
Your Stock ROM: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/3/?download=27491
Odin you need: http://www.chip.de/downloads/Odin3_12992520.html (Click AP to select the ROM)
Recovery you need: https://goo.im/devs/philz_touch/CWM_Advanced_Edition/i9300/
Hi Guys I have Samsung GT-I8552. I am trying to install CWM. But it's just not getting installed. Now the binary update counter is on 18. Pl advise.
I tried Odin3_v3.09 but no luck. Pl help.
Sir,
Please wait until mods will move this thread to the device specific forum.
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Good luck
Common scenario after this is flashing Stock ROM, ofc in case if you are having any issues with the recovery or flash got corrupt somehow...
Or, you may have one of the newer devices which seem to be a bit different:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gra...-i8552-july-2014-series-meeds-update-t2977978
http://forum.xda-developers.com/grand-quattro/help/recovery-grand-quattro-manufactured-t2960032