Hi,
Sorry if its a rather simple question but can someone please either explain or point me in the right direction on the different terms used on Android phones especially when it comes to custom roms, kernels, firmware etc
What do these terms mean, what do they do and what can be updated individually or what comes part of other software/firmware/ROM etc..
Also which terms are used interchangeably but mean the same...
Apologies for asking this simple question and thanks in advance as I'm confused to what exactly i can update, in what order etc! BTW I'm using an old miui build and i thought i was running an old siya kernel? I still want to stick with miui ROM....
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basical the following is:
baseband = modem is the radio that allows you to make calls.
kernal = firmware which contains the apps and other controls.
build = Rom is firmware, modem, bootloader all under one file.
Kernel the very base of the OS communicates between cpu etc and OS .Same as Linux or Windows kernel
Firmware usually a full package includes apps kernel modem OS and csc .
Modems are interchangeable for most country's
Kernels are interchangeable .
jje
hi can anyone reply me??plsss
am from india but i installed NEE/NORDIC firmwares on my s2 n s3.n da problem is i cant attend the 2nd cal wen i was active on the 1st cal.let me explain clearly .wen i was talking on a cal if i get the 2nd cal am unable to attend the 2nd cal by keeping the 1st cal on hold.is this problem releated to MODEM??coz my carrier was releated to india n am using NORDIC modem ..is this the problem??i have to change the modem??if yes wat modem i have to use for india
Pls reply..
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Absolutely no bumping after 4 hrs. This isn't your personal tech support hotline :-/ You make a thread or post & you wait patiently for a response/help.
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As we all know that the ICS update on the 10th of March, will I be able to update OTA update with this current baseband? It bcame LPH after flashing litening rom then reverted back to previous rom using rom manager however the baseband remained LPH. For OTA/KIES update to work, do i need to flash stock rom first?
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Can anyone help me ?
Bit of patience might help. Bumping your thread an hour after you asked your initial question isn't likely to endear you to anyone here
Yes. If you want to get ICS via Kies, you'll need to go back to stock.
Updating through KIES if you are a power user isn't so good to be honest. For example, KIES force you to use the original ROMs baseband version if you want to receive firmware updates (also correct CSC and so on). Newest baseband doesn't always means the best one. I have compared XXKI4 to XXLPH and surely I've got better battery life-performance balance in KI4 So i can recommend you using Mobile Odin/Odin for flashing .. more flexibility to be honest
Baseband is not relevant .
Custom kernel is .
Kies updates those phones that have original firmware codes anything else and its a maybe.
OTA no rollout on that so far but supposed to be working for ICS .
jje
MistahBungle said:
Bit of patience might help. Bumping your thread an hour after you asked your initial question isn't likely to endear you to anyone here
Yes. If you want to get ICS via Kies, you'll need to go back to stock.
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okay thanks. sorry for bumpin too early
Hi everyone im still noob lol but i would like to know more info how to update new firmware and too for kernel both.
Here is the details my phone:
Cyanogen mod 7.1.0
Number build: GWk74
Kernel: [email protected]#1
Band of base: I777UCKH7
Android versione 2.3.7
Any new update this year for firmware or kernel? if yes how to update? Also where i can find new kernel or firmware?
I've heard something was talking about odin but im not quite clear where i can get file for kernel without doing mistake :/
Thank you very much and i appreciate for help support!
Alan
So wait - you managed to flash Cyanogenmod but have no idea how to determine if a newer version exists?
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Holy crap? Has the price of the SGSII fallen to where monkeys can now afford one?
Huh??? Noob??? Must be a special noob to get your SGS2 rooted and installed with a ROM.
Entropy512 said:
So wait - you managed to flash Cyanogenmod but have no idea how to determine if a newer version exists?
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First of all i receiv this phone as gift and was already cyanogen mod 7.
Since i cant use program kies (and i know the reason there is ROM different than stock original) i couldnt either to know if exits a new version yes.
Any suggestion?
BeenAndroidized said:
Huh??? Noob??? Must be a special noob to get your SGS2 rooted and installed with a ROM.
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Because i didnt root and either installed rom but i got as gift for this reason.
But ya root is active and rom too...i've check with one app for it.
I'm a noob too but I don't suggest you doing the rooting things, seriously.
And just in case, you decide to ride on, read this:
a. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1511906
b. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1532368
c. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1286432
Damn....another thread closed cause lazyness.
Hey guys,Hopefully someone is clever than me and our stupid Vodacom shops..
I have a Galaxy S3 I9300
Adroid ver. 4.1.2
Baseband ver. I9300xxelkc
I have problems speaking and hearing people when calling.
Speaker and mic is working when i'm using skype and tests.
The mic and speaker have been changed twice already,i have rooted my device,Flashed new firmware and new modem and radio settings...
It might be possible that i loaded wrong software but even with Stock firmware im still not winning!!!!
Is it possible that im using 8ta network and my phone is actualy Vodafone???
PLEASE HELP.... My nird brain is over clocked
try all possible modems
Hey there,
You may be having the same problem as me.
If you make a call (i use voicemail to test), after a random amount of time, does your network connection drop for about 20 seconds?
Yea??? But i can't even phone voice mail...
Glebun said:
try all possible modems
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Tanx for your respond.... do you maby know where will i get them??? Or should i get 1 that suits my service provider
Killer4Life said:
Tanx for your respond.... do you maby know where will i get them??? Or should i get 1 that suits my service provider
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You need to use SEARCH suggest you look in the faqs and guides modem section .
jje
I had this problem before. Updating to the latest modem (XXELLA) may help, but you may need to wipe data/cache and reflash your ROM as well. Reflashing is what worked for me.
XELLA is not the latest
master5hake said:
I had this problem before. Updating to the latest modem (XXELLA) may help, but you may need to wipe data/cache and reflash your ROM as well. Reflashing is what worked for me.
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I guess its Firmware !!!! I have not Found RSA Telkom (8Ta) Ota OR Firmware..Thus is my problem.....
SimUnlock or VoodooSim Is not Working,Remeber there is a LOT of theft in RSA so im sure SEcurity over Network is High but breachable:highfive:
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XELLA is not the latest
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NOT worth trying!!! Omega is closest for RSA users
Its hardware problem nd tested by replacing below marked audience voice processor.
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This thread is 18mths old, fyi.
You don't have to replace that chip, you can either "reflow" it (if you know what you're doing), or put a small piece of credit card or something to put pressure on it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/help/sound-calls-samsung-galaxy-s3-problem-t1826167/page16
I have tried both the methods to root my phone...that would be "Root MANY ANDROID"
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as well as flashtool tutorial of "noob-proof root via Flashtool".
However I still receive error regarding to either driver failure or unable to hack...I have followed all the steps correctly and made sure the drivers are insalled too... you can see that in the attached images...
Suddenly I feel sony made my phone un-hackable or what??
Please advise me...I am sure I am performing some mistake somewhere...I have been watching different threads on this forum for past 2-3 days and still I don't have a solution to this...Please HELP!!!
the images are not clear .... try to flash ur mobile again with stock rom build 6.1.1.B.75 and then try the method of Root Many Android Devices
Thanks for your suggestion
Waledac said:
the images are not clear .... try to flash ur mobile again with stock rom build 6.1.1.B.75 and then try the method of Root Many Android Devices
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Thanks for your suggestion...however I knew that windows 8 will make some nuissance...so rooted my phone using windows 7 on a virtual pc...however I have a entire different question for you where you can definitely help me understand the method of choosing a custom ROM, Kernel and Bootloader...could you please tell me how the cocktail for this different hardware/software works...I have read the entire description on different threads of what their job is and how they work...however I am still confused with how to mix a ROM, Kernel and a Bootloader..??
I have succesfully rooted my phone right now and would like to know about the next step!!
cyanogen mod roms and the roms based on cm requires unlocked bootloader ; unlocking bootloader will void ur warranty and u will loose drm keys forever
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Hi there,
I had purchased my Samsung S3 in US. However I am using it in india. I wanted to know which version of android should I download. The one realesed in US is 4.3 while India is still sturggling at 4.1.2. Is there a way to get the higher version.?
Thanks in advance for the help !!
If it is an I9300 then download one for your location / network.
Higher version yes read the forum 4,3 posts .
But be 100% sure you have I9300 model not a US version .
JJEgan said:
If it is an I9300 then download one for your location / network.
Higher version yes read the forum 4,3 posts .
But be 100% sure you have I9300 model not a US version .
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Hey JJEgan,
Thanks a lot for the reply. I am 100 % sure I have the I9300 version as whenever I boot that is the model number that pops up. Plus does not have any of the US carrier logos which normally are present on the back of the US versions. So could you provide me with any links on how to upgrade to a higher version ?
viper35ninr said:
Hey JJEgan,
Thanks a lot for the reply. I am 100 % sure I have the I9300 version as whenever I boot that is the model number that pops up. Plus does not have any of the US carrier logos which normally are present on the back of the US versions. So could you provide me with any links on how to upgrade to a higher version ?
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U have to search tat for urself. Google search "Leaked 4.3 rom for gs3 international" BACK UP ur efs FIRST BEFORE FLASHING. IMPORTANT.
Sent from my GT-I9300.
Give a thank if i helped you.
Go to settings, about device, and look under model number. If it doesn't say i9300, then search for the forum that is for that model.
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