[Q] galaxy s 2 root vs custom rom - Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

hello guys...im mikhail....i just got my GT-I9100 last week....
i would like to know what is the difference between a custom rom and kernel?
also,i would like to know what is phone rooting in detail?
im planning on installing litening ro on my phone,could anyone care to give me the step by step details?
thank you so much...

Well don't post it on dev... Moved to Q&A. Now why not read existing threads instead of making one?

oowh,okay....sorry i got the wrong place...thnx dude...

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[Q] Custom ROMs, anything to do with root, what should i do?

Hey guys, this is my first post, so correct me if im in the wrong place!
So i've had my Samsung galaxy SII (GT-I9100) for about 3 months now, and i only found out about root probably 1 week ago! haha
So i have rooted my Galaxy with CF-Root, off xwkk2 kernal (link below), on Gingerbread 2.3.6 and i was wondering what i should do with it? I have tried a few custom roms, none of which seem to want to stay working, so do you guys have any good ones i should check out?
Also, i was wondering if anyone can point me towards a list of all root apps, as i am interested in more than just Titanium Backup (AMAZING) and the like.
Oh, and if you guys could tell me both how to "Thank" someone on the forums, and even how to install anything you have suggested, i will love you forever
Thanks a lot guys,
Tangent5
Ps Thank you everyone on this site who has helped me with boot problems, and special thanks to Chainfire!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399&highlight=running+different+kernel
A google of "android root apps" gives numerous lists.
Without knowing which custom ROMs you've tried, why they didn't work for you and how you use your phone, it's very difficult to recommend you anything.
You rooted thanks to doing your research and reading here, the same method will help you with installation queries etc. Check the links in my sig.
This thread is a good one if you're wanting to freeze/remove 'bloat' from your phone (I recommend freezing rather than uninstalling outright) using Titanium.
thanks a lot guys! deleted loads of bloatware
Oh and i tried the resurrectionv1.0_remix, it was good, but it didnt come with CWM, so i have to unroot then re-root to get everything fixed, as all recovery i tried went mad
So is there any other roms? I've heard DARKYROM is good, but i cant seem to find the best place to dl, and i cant really be bothered if there are some you can recommend
thanks again, sorry but how do i thank you /give your post karma?
No. Many people don't do recommendations for roms/kernels (I don't anyways).
Because everyone's phone is setup differently, everyone uses their phone differently & phones come out of the factory slightly different component-wise. Chances are you wouldn't have the same experience of a rom or kernel than me for those reasons.
Given how easy it is to backup/restore with CWM, I recommend having a look at the threads devoted to different roms in the development forum, usually reading the first page & the last 10/20 will give you a fair guide to the features/pluses/minuses & other users experience with the rom/kernel.
Then try out as many roms as you need to until you find one you like.
Edit to add - Also, this thread is a great source of info for Aus SGS2 users.
Tangent5 said:
Hey guys, this is my first post, so correct me if im in the wrong place!
So i've had my Samsung galaxy SII (GT-I9100) for about 3 months now, and i only found out about root probably 1 week ago! haha
So i have rooted my Galaxy with CF-Root, off xwkk2 kernal (link below), on Gingerbread 2.3.6 and i was wondering what i should do with it? I have tried a few custom roms, none of which seem to want to stay working, so do you guys have any good ones i should check out?
Also, i was wondering if anyone can point me towards a list of all root apps, as i am interested in more than just Titanium Backup (AMAZING) and the like.
Oh, and if you guys could tell me both how to "Thank" someone on the forums, and even how to install anything you have suggested, i will love you forever
Thanks a lot guys,
Tangent5
Ps Thank you everyone on this site who has helped me with boot problems, and special thanks to Chainfire!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399&highlight=running+different+kernel
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have you checked any MIUI roms so far???
you will really enjoy with its themes.....never get borred with the theme..
start with GB MIUI now, all ICS are in beta.....also not mutch themes supported yet.
if you like try this one : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1502664
very stable...
best way to get to know your phone is break it few times lol
this is what i did in 1 - 2 months when i bought my SGS2
flash alot of things > play around with tweaks/mods > soft bricked it twice > settled down onto what i found to be best
Tangent5 said:
Hey guys, this is my first post, so correct me if im in the wrong place!
So i've had my Samsung galaxy SII (GT-I9100) for about 3 months now, and i only found out about root probably 1 week ago! haha
In that case be aware that root custom roms or rom counter above zero void warranty .
jje
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deleted my one unnecessory comment and appolagize.................................
zaheedahmed said:
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That portion of his post was quoted from Tangent5, the OP. JJEgan's text started at "in that case..."

[Q] Can someone teach me everything i need to root my galaxy s2 i9100g?

hello everyone, i really need help in rooting and flashing custom roms in my galaxy s2 i9100g. the problem is that i cant find proper custom roms for my phone. i am capable of rooting my phone, its just a matter of finding the insecure kernel and flashing it then using superoneclick and then flashing the original kernel back in. but what would i benefit if i cant install custom roms. by the way. to install roms i need clockworkmod recovery right? please some1 help me i really want to do this and experience the full power of android
Thanks in advance =)
What you would benefit if you can't install custom roms? I you can't root your device with those guides that is here I suggest you to not root. You will probably end up bricking your phone.
And btw, searching google for it shows even more sites with guides..did you put any effort at all in trying to find out yourself or are you just lazy?
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
samsunggalaxys2123 said:
hello everyone, i really need help in rooting and flashing custom roms in my galaxy s2 i9100g. the problem is that i cant find proper custom roms for my phone. i am capable of rooting my phone, its just a matter of finding the insecure kernel and flashing it then using superoneclick and then flashing the original kernel back in. but what would i benefit if i cant install custom roms. by the way. to install roms i need clockworkmod recovery right? please some1 help me i really want to do this and experience the full power of android
Thanks in advance =)
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Cool story bro,...changed my life forever
Seems to me you already know how to root? Now are you asking for custom ROM for i9100g?
You can try CM first.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1583091
And I found you posted in the wrong forum. The following forum is for i9100g. Go dig there is better.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1550
Stop being lazy. Read the information the 2 links above me are a great place to start.
Not a very good 1st post on XDA
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how to root SGS2 stock 4.04 XWLPT

Hi guys,
I know there's a few threads on rooting ICS 4.04, but can't seem to relate to SGS2 myself. I tried to flash using Siyah, but not sure why wouldn't work ( just stucked at downloading mode). Please advise the right way of rooting. Thanks!
Mod, please delete or move this thread as you see fit
Wrong forum...
Sent from my amazing 10.1 galaxy tab
how did i get here? gosh..sorry ...please my this thread mod XD

Need help in choosing new handset for ICS or JB.

Hello everyone.
I need new mobile phone.
I don't want to spend too much money but I'd like to have JB on it or ICS so Galaxy Nexus etc. is not an option.
Is there any mid-end phone you could recommend that is possible to root and install JB on it ?
And which one is the easiest to root and install custom software ?
Thanks for help in advance !
You should ask that question here.
Oh sorry.
Could someone please close that thread ?
Thanks
Thread closed.

[Q] noob needing help please

Hi all
1st of all I like to say im such a noob that I only have the basic knowledge to switch my phone on and little else so pleeeeeease be gentle.
I have a galaxy s GT-I9000
firmware 2.3.3
baseband version I9000Wjv2
kernal version 2.6.35-I9000XWjVH-CL184813
GINGERBREAD.XWJVH
I want to root the phone to except IC or JELLY BEAN
Ive tried to search but alot of threads are v/old or have broken links to things I need to download.
Can anyone help a total novice?
thanks in advance
carl
Go to the thread for your device o have a galaxy s to and I have looked at the forum for your device and there 50+ plus step by step noob guides on getting onto jellybean. And calling yourself a noob is not a excuse
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