Hello everyone,
I just (literally 20 minutes ago) got my hands on a Galaxy Tab 10.1 4G from Rogers. I'm very interested in rooting this device to install CWM on it but none of the guides i've seen have instilled much confidence so i'm hesitant to use them. Can anyone point me in the right direction so I don't brick my tablet?
Thanks!
PS: Any useful info/links you can provide about this 7500R would be greately appreciated .
Rogers Galaxy Tab runs Honeycomb 3.2 so there's very little point in flashing it with any custom roms. (which are all based on the stock rom -no Cyanogen here yet-)
..You want to root it and flash something else, but you just have no idea of what you will be flashing, why you would do it, or how to do it, dont you?
Whats the point then?
If the root thread (the one with the video walkthrough) doesnt instill you enough confidence, just dont root it, dude. And try to grow some balls ;-)
wewewi999 said:
Rogers Galaxy Tab runs Honeycomb 3.2 so there's very little point in flashing it with any custom roms. (which are all based on the stock rom -no Cyanogen here yet-)
..You want to root it and flash something else, but you just have no idea of what you will be flashing, why you would do it, or how to do it, dont you?
Whats the point then?
If the root thread (the one with the video walkthrough) doesnt instill you enough confidence, just dont root it, dude. And try to grow some balls ;-)
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Perhaps i should make myself a little more clear. I'm interested in flashing one of the custom roms that are currently out there (ie Kang's ICS ROM or a more stock/acting looking honeycomb rom). I'm well aware on how to use ODIN and get into download mode, i'm just concerned that since its a 7500R that'll throw a wrench into things and put the tab into an unrecoverable state. Thats really all.
I'm interested in this as well. I'm currently debating whether I should get the Rogers Tab 10.1 or just go with a WiFi.. I'd like my tablet to have 3G capabilities and a real GPS chip inside, but since it seems that a majority of the ROMs available are meant for the WiFi version only (because it seems most people have the WiFi-only version), I'm leaning towards WiFi just to have better ROM support. Or maybe having the 3G model is just as simple as getting the WiFi-only ROM and flashing in modem support? I'm not really sure.
If you figure out anything about the 7500R and any solutions about the challenges it faces, I'd be interested to hear about it!
As you might know, there's no 3G (nor LTE) support for Kang's roms at this point; so there's very little point in using this with a Rogers Tab right now;
And keep in mind that it looks like 3G versions are getting some form of favor treatment; they all have been upgraded to 3.2 while many other versions are still stuck on 3.1
Still, if you want to play ball, just remember it is a GT-P7500 3G RETAIL MODEL : not a 10.1v, not a 10.1 4G, nor a wifi or anything else! ...And everything should be fine.
-- The "R" in GT-7500R doesnt mean anything... maybe stands for Rogers.. We just dont see much Bell's; they dont give tabs with any 2 new activations.. 'nway.. who cares.
Flash this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1348533
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Well I'm getting a Galaxy Tab 10.1 4G soon from my carrier, Rogers. I have absolutely no experience with Android so this will all be new to me. I am curious about a couple of things.
I heard that it'll come pre-installed with TouchWiz. How could I change it so that I have the pure Honeycomb experience (custom ROM?) while maintaining the ability to connect to my carrier (Rogers)?
I'm aware of how to root it after reading this thread,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1239185
Is there any difference in rooting a device from Rogers and what should I look out for?
I was also told that the tablet has a flash counter that would allow Samsung to know if I rooted my tablet voiding my warranty. Is there any way to bypass it?
Do you have suggestions for apps to install?
Any other general tips?
Thanks!
Honestly touhwiz is not that bad on honecomb. Try it out.
But only way to get a pure android is experience with honeycomb experience is rooting, but that i am aware im not to sure if there is a pure honeycomb rom out there. They're mainly based on the samsung updates.
Like i said try touchwiz out, if you don't like wait until cm9 comes out and try ics.
Yep; dont worry about Touchwizz; it is far form being as much intrusive as most other UI; it is really light.
In fact, it is barely like 3-4 homescreen-disposable widgets plus 6 more embedded in the system bar that you wont probably ever trigger (or remember) after the first couple of days..
Rogers GTab10.1 "faux-G" ; after a couple days of use; it is really great. It never let me down nor gave me any "force close" of any kind.
Now, if you can live with only 16gb, not expendable, and you dont mind 'bout HDMI-Out either (adapters exists, but are expensive), it is really a good choice.
Regarding battery life; it is a tank.
And 3/3.5/faux-G speed is more than enough;
Unless you plan to rely on this for your next Battlefield 3 tournament, LTE is a luxury you can afford to skip.
im also wondering about the flash counter...
where and how can you check it to see if its more than 0?
what will make it go up to 1, is it flashing anything other than samsung files through Odin? or can you still flash anything through odin such as ROM's and needed files to get root but as long as they are based on stock kernel the flash counter wont go up to 1?
I got a 10.1 wifi recently and am wondering if its worth it to root now and get ics installed (with the -of no camera) or to wait untill samsung gets its act together, and get the offical version.
You're asking in an Android Hacking forum, we're all rooted and I'd bet 80% are running ICS .
If you can live without the camera then definitely go for it, if you're comfortable. You could be waiting a while on Samsung, they tend to delay such things.
If do decide to root it, don't be afraid to ask questions here. Welcome to XDA.
I don't know if the question asked is appropriate or a trick question considering this forum is completely dedicated to the benefits of hacking to gain maximum benefit.
LoaganThack said:
I got a 10.1 wifi recently and am wondering if its worth it to root now and get ics installed (with the -of no camera) or to wait untill samsung gets its act together, and get the offical version.
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It's really not very hard to try it out for yourself and see if you like it. You can always flash back to stock if you need to.
I have CM9 ICS on my personal tablet, but am still using 3.2 on my G-Tab 10.1 because I need the camera for work. I am running the Overcome ROM on it though, which gives me a little more options/flexibility than stock samsung.
but as far as performance, there is little difference between 3.2 HC and ICS (at least at this point). There are some UI differences that I like, but they are minor changes from honeycomb, so don't expect a huge difference on ICS.
Easy answer: yes, it is. And it's very easy to install ics. Just do it and have fun.
Three more questions:
Is there any other bugs besides the camera not working?
And any links to upto date root and ics (i think i read 4.0.4?)?
Is it not possible to get the camera drivers (which from what I have read is the missing link) from the old stock version?
Fyi I have the Samsung 10.1 wifi gt-p7510
Thank you guys already I am not trolling btw i have never rooted/ flash a new operating system on android and kind of afraid of bricking my tablet.
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Three more questions:
Is there any other bugs besides the camera not working?
And any links to upto date root and ics (i think i read 4.0.4?)?
Is it not possible to get the camera drivers (which from what I have read is the missing link) from the old stock version?
Fyi I have the Samsung 10.1 wifi gt-p7510
Thank you guys already I am not trolling btw i have never rooted/ flash a new operating system on android and kind of afraid of bricking my tablet.
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QBKing77 has great video instructions on YouTube,check it out. Very easy. Make sure you do a backup b4 putting a rom on and make sure it's for your Tab. Only issue I have ever had is no camera, but I knew that going in and I use my S2 for pics anyway. We can't get the camera because Sammy will not release the needed info. You can brick your tablet that's a risk but there r ways to unbrick, like I said just make sure the root method and from is for your version of the Galaxy Tab.
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Once rooted you wont look back and its so easy and quick to do. Much more freedom IMO, I started with ICS and its great, but went back to HC just because of the camera. Such a shame, I have htc dhd phone rooted on ics and camera works fine, just a samsung thing.
As said previously, give it a try
Question about rooting what dose it allow you to do?
Rooting allows you to gain access to the system files, lets just say its like your employee ID to get into your company
i rooted my g tab to ics once, i guess it was worth it, but i went back to honeycomb because of the camera.
It's not like camera on a tab plays a great feature, because taking pictures with the tab is like using a laptop to take a 5MP picture.
I'd say I never use the camera on my tab.......... Until I flashed ics then I just kept needing it think it's just a case of wanting what you don't have.. So I'm back to HC.
Is there any good roms out there with the camera working? Sorry for the noob question, Im a new tab owner.
Misledz said:
It's not like camera on a tab plays a great feature, because taking pictures with the tab is like using a laptop to take a 5MP picture.
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I use the camera with visidon which lets me face lock certain apps, also lets me make video calls and google goggles to translate foreign signs so yeah camera is a must have for me and not necessarily for taking pictures
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Sorry to bump this, but I'm curious to know if it's easy to replace the tablet for a decent price? That's really my only concern about rooting my tablet.
Of course it is, you are in the right place
i havent flashed the 10.1 to ICS purely because i use the camera for such things as skype or google hangouts.
so im using overcome rom, but i miss being able to group apps into a folder like ICS can do
ICS Or Not??? That is the Question!!!!
Over the last 6 months I have tried every ROM listed for the Galaxy Tab here on XDA, including ICS. I must say ICS offers better battery life, faster processing and better visuals, but I am like a few others and need the camera so I am sticking with Galaxy Task Rom. Out of all of them it is the most stable, and fastest giving me Quadrant Scores of just under 3100. Using ICS I was closer to 3600 and I thought at one point hit 3800, but I think that was a fluke, but then I had no camera, so back to 3.2. For me I have compiled the best apps I could to make my tablet a screamer.....If you have any others please let me know.
Galaxy Task
OC 1.4 Pershoot Kernel (is there a 1.5 or 1.6)
Swapper File @ 500mb (app)
SD Speed Boost set at 4000 (app)
Volume + set on Beats Emulation with +10 speaker increase (app)
Poweramp for a 10 band equalizer for great sound (app)
Now using the same apps with ICS made it ultra fast. But I wish the camera worked.
Definately appreciate everyone on here with their input.....my knowledge is only as good as flashing and recovery, but am trying to learn more as I move forward. Love the Galaxy Tab, it is my 10th tablet I have owned and my favorite. Now I have to figure out how to flash my Atrix 2 phone........love this site!!!!
Quick ques about ICS Roms [from what I've seen in Cm9/Muiu]
1. can you change screen mode [dynamic/movie/normal]
2. change font styles?
I don't remember seeing these options, but it was about a month ago when I flashed these Roms?
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My wife's Gingerbread Galaxy Tab 10.1 died and is going back for warranty repair. She is getting a new Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 with ICS becasue she can't "live" without it. When the old one comes back I get it to replace my old Viewsonic Gtab that I put ICS on. I'm looking forward to the improved viewing angle of the Galaxy tab.
Can someone refer me to the best XDA links I can go-to to root the Galaxy Tab and upgrade it to ICS?
First of all, you have to root it. There are many guides in development, but I like this:
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15693193
Then in order to have cm9 (which in my opinion is better than aokp) flash this recovery with odin:
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14020765
Then download cm9 and flash it with recovery (the various galaxy tablet builds are recognized by "p4"):
get.cm/?device=&type=nightly
Finally, if you want aokp, install rom manager from play and download latest cwm recovery. Then go here:
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1459287
Remember when moving between cm9, aokp and honeycomb builds, always wipe data prior to flashing the new rom. That isn't necessary for updating the same build, like moving from one cm nightly to another.
Oh, last but definitely not least. All ics firmwares for our galaxy tab lack functioning camera, in case you don't know. The issue will be resolved when Samsung releases official ics for the tab.
Sent from my amazing 10.1 galaxy tab
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Oh, last but definitely not least. All ics firmwares for our galaxy tab lack functioning camera, in case you don't know. The issue will be resolved when Samsung releases official ics for the tab.
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Last thing first (so I don't get confused - I'm old). The Tab camera is not a high interest item for me BUT the Galaxy Tab 2 my wife is buying/bought is supposed to have 4.0 ICS on it. Wouldn't that be an official ICS?
Is there an alternative to Odin? For my Galaxy SII I used Calkuli's ICS ROM http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527041 and did it straight from CWM. It's awesome.
I can do Odin but I've been a Linux user for years and try to avoid Windows. I disagree with their business practices of over inflated prices (ok I had to pay a lot for my Android devices but spending money on hardware is not quite the same). I feel similar about Apple but at least their hardware works better but still, they keep breaking the jailbreaks and keeping their software propitiatory.
didn't the GTab 10.1 came originally with Honeycomb ?
GTab 10.1 is not the same as the GTab 10.2 v2, hence the lack of support in ICS roms for the GTAB 10.1 camera... similar names different hardware, different drivers, different everything, just the same manufacturer/OS.
PS: I don't think it is really possible to update/flash new roms within linux (haven't tried it myself), just grab a copy of windows XP sp3 (wherever you can get it, free might be better), install it and update, keep that for updates or just scrap it.
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Last thing first (so I don't get confused - I'm old). The Tab camera is not a high interest item for me BUT the Galaxy Tab 2 my wife is buying/bought is supposed to have 4.0 ICS on it. Wouldn't that be an official ICS?
Is there an alternative to Odin? For my Galaxy SII I used Calkuli's ICS ROM http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527041 and did it straight from CWM. It's awesome.
I can do Odin but I've been a Linux user for years and try to avoid Windows. I disagree with their business practices of over inflated prices (ok I had to pay a lot for my Android devices but spending money on hardware is not quite the same). I feel similar about Apple but at least their hardware works better but still, they keep breaking the jailbreaks and keeping their software propitiatory.
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Go to the rooting thread and download the recovery for 4G version. Then download the pershoot recovery for your device. Unzip the 4G version recovery, replace the cwm img with your own, zip it up and flash it through stock recovery. It worked flawlessly for my p7500.
Thanks for the advice. I ended up using ODIN and following these instructions. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1459287
It's pretty sweet.
The next thing I'm going to hopefully solve is getting the camera choice of the unlock screen. It's not on my Galaxy S II ICS install and on the Galaxy Tab if swiped by accident (on an purpose) it reboots the tab. Annoying. If I can't figure it out I guess I'll start a thread.
I had that reboot problem with aokp. Then I switched to cm and when you swipe to the left, you just get a message that camera doesn't work. And it's better and more stable imo. But anyway, I'm glad I helped to solve your problem.
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Sorry for my denseness but what does "switched to cm" mean?
I meant that I flashed cm9 and ditched aokp. Sorry for the confusion!
Sent from my amazing 10.1 galaxy tab
Can CM9 be flashed without a full wipe? I'm sorry I missed that point in your earlier post but now I understand a little more. I'd rather not do a factory reset since I just spent a boat-load of time downloading all my apps and carp and would like to avoid having to do it again.
The only thing with aokp I don't like is this camera on the lock screen and that you have to swipe to the right. Calkulins ICS on the Galaxy SII lockscreen lets me just unlock it no matter how or in what direction I swipe. Maybe that's just a phone feature that I was hoping was an ICS-regardless-of-device feature.
I guess my not being a tablet "photographer" I don't appreciate the spontaneity that one must expect to have. I actually pick up a real camera and sometimes even put the lens on it, take the lens cap off and turn it on before I take a photo.
I'm afraid that a wipe is always needed the first time you flash a firmware. You can try to flash without wipe and see how it goes. In order to flash cm9 you must have pershoot's recovery:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1090289.
Before you flash anything make a backup in recovery, so should something go wrong, you will return to the state you are now.
Oh well - practice makes perfect and I always learn something new. I'm a good community inhabitant and I DO try to share what I learn with others too. I certainly appreciate your patience with me and also appreciate your helping me get past my required 10 posts - developer threads, here I come....
I just thought of a question that is still on-topic.
Does CM9 USB support work. I'm doing what I need by either downloading or using dropbox. It would be nice to just plug it in. If it does then I'm installing it no matter how much of a PITA it will be to reset everything the way I like it.
I have searched high and low about information regarding any custom roms for the Samsung Illusion (verizon) and Galaxy Proclaim (Straight Talk) for a while now. I know there is a root for it finally, but can anybody more knowledgable than myself help a) get the stock base image for the device as this would be a great starting place for basic tweaks, and b) develop a CM7 or perhaps CM9 based rom for this device? I know its not a high end phone by any means but it is a very capable phone for the price and fact that it runs on Straight talks no contract Verizon network. I don't know how to develop a rom at all but I am having rom flashing withdrawals after getting rid of my old Optimus V which had many customs ROMS including CM9/ICS. If any developer could help out with this I know many people including myself would be very grateful
we already have a stock base for the proclaim and are working on a new Rom for it, http:/androidarea51.com
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we already have a stock base for the proclaim and are working on a new Rom for it, http:/androidarea51.com
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Thanks! looking forward to any new roms that become available
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Custom Rom for The Samsung Galaxy Proclaim (Straight Talk)...
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I have searched high and low about information regarding any custom roms for the Samsung Illusion (verizon) and Galaxy Proclaim (Straight Talk) for a while now. I know there is a root for it finally, but can anybody more knowledgable than myself help a) get the stock base image for the device as this would be a great starting place for basic tweaks, and b) develop a CM7 or perhaps CM9 based rom for this device? I know its not a high end phone by any means but it is a very capable phone for the price and fact that it runs on Straight talks no contract Verizon network. I don't know how to develop a rom at all but I am having rom flashing withdrawals after getting rid of my old Optimus V which had many customs ROMS including CM9/ICS. If any developer could help out with this I know many people including myself would be very grateful
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I got in contact with somebody that does custom roms for phones and this is what he said: "I might to if I get more requests..."
If you would like a custom rom for The Samsung Galaxy Proclaim (Straight Talk) as I am pertaining to ICS 4.0 (Google Android OS), then request it through this website: http://www.roms-db.com/contact/
He will only take requests through this form of contact/request form!
I hope that this helped everyone in this forum and those like me that are helpless with this phone on XDA Developers!!
Devon West
I sent a request asking for and ICS rom like CM9. Thanks. Let's hope more people are interested as well
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I've very interested in some roms for this phone as well. It is my first android phone, I've already got it rooted but I would love to have ICS or CM9 on it. I think it would improve my battery life substantially.
Curious to know how development has come with this phone? I'll be picking one up on the 23rd and I bought one already for my husband yesterday. We are in the process of switching from Verizon to StraightTalk. (Gotta save money anywhere we can in this crappy economy)
All I know is that it is not the best phone that I had from Straight Talk, but it is the only smartphone through Verizon :thumbdown:
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Stikboy said:
All I know is that it is not the best phone that I had from Straight Talk, but it is the only smartphone through Verizon :thumbdown:
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This isn't the only Verizon smartphone that Straight Talk has. In my local walmart they also carry an LG with a slide out keyboard, 3.2" touch screen and 800mhz processor. I purchased one and it seems to get better battery life than the proclaim. I got the proclaim one week and the LG wasn't there, but when I returned it was on the shelf next to it. I haven't been able to find it on their website yet though.
LG Phone?!
SyndromeSS said:
This isn't the only Verizon smartphone that Straight Talk has. In my local walmart they also carry an LG with a slide out keyboard, 3.2" touch screen and 800mhz processor. I purchased one and it seems to get better battery life than the proclaim. I got the proclaim one week and the LG wasn't there, but when I returned it was on the shelf next to it. I haven't been able to find it on their website yet though.
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Does the LG phone have the Qwerty Slide Keyboard along with a Touchscreen? Is it a SmartPhone??
Just wondering if that is the same phone that I saw on Straight Talk for my area...
Thanks,
Devon West (Stickboy)
Stikboy said:
Does the LG phone have the Qwerty Slide Keyboard along with a Touchscreen? Is it a SmartPhone??
Just wondering if that is the same phone that I saw on Straight Talk for my area...
Thanks,
Devon West (Stickboy)
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Yes slide out keyboard, with a touch screen, and its running android version 2.3.x i think. Its just lower than the version that the Proclaim is running which is 2.3.6
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Yes slide out keyboard, with a touch screen, and its running android version 2.3.x i think. Its just lower than the version that the Proclaim is running which is 2.3.6
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This is the phone you speak of..
LG OPTIMUS ZIP (L75C)
But yea, so guess still nothing on an ICS rom for Proclaim?
I have heard nothing yet as for the ics rom goes...
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don't buy the zip over the proclaim!!! The ZIP has half the memory and you can only install a few apps before having run out of space (I have the Proclaim while my sister-in-law bought the ZIP). She wishes she would have gone with the Proclaim.
I'm also interested in custom ROMs for the Proclaim but don't see it happening...I still haven't rooted as some people are saying they have issues with wifi hotspot after rooting.
I can use FoxFi now without rooting for wifi hotspot.
updates?
Any updates on ANY roms for sch s720c? Somebody help! Lol
Root First?
While we're all waiting patiently for some roms... has anyone found a root method that DOES NOT disable the functionality of USB drive?
From what I've read, the root methods so far work, with the exception that afterwards, when you plug in your phone, it shows up as a CDROM drive.
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While we're all waiting patiently for some roms... has anyone found a root method that DOES NOT disable the functionality of USB drive?
From what I've read, the root methods so far work, with the exception that afterwards, when you plug in your phone, it shows up as a CDROM drive.
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Ive rooted my proclaim i dont really have a problem with the usb issue i just unmount my sd card and use the adapter to copy files. This article hxxp://androidforums.com/incredible-tips-tricks/305261-sd-card-shows-up-cd-drive-fixed.html seems helpful i havent got around to trying it. Big thanks to all the members on android forums.
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don't buy the zip over the proclaim!!! The ZIP has half the memory and you can only install a few apps before having run out of space (I have the Proclaim while my sister-in-law bought the ZIP). She wishes she would have gone with the Proclaim.
I'm also interested in custom ROMs for the Proclaim but don't see it happening...I still haven't rooted as some people are saying they have issues with wifi hotspot after rooting.
I can use FoxFi now without rooting for wifi hotspot.
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I've used FoxFi before and after rooting no problems whatsoever.
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I know that this is the wrong place to ask this...But, this is the only place that I know on xda developers that talks about the Samsung Galaxy Proclaim...Why does my screen all of a sudden not stay on while charging? There is also an option missing to keep the screen on/awake...
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My wife has a T-Mobile Prism phone and I do not see any mention of it in the forum. I myself have the GS3 which rocks!
Am I missing something? I think the phone has the 2.3 gingerbread or honeycomb...I am not sure (she is not home so I cannot look at the phone right now) about the specs of the phone and operating system.
Anyway if anyone could point me in the right direction as to what I can do with this phone to make it faster for her would be apprecited. If I could root the phone I would like to set her up with tethering so she can use her laptop wherever she is. Also if the phone could handle ICS or a Jelly Bean ROM that would be awesome!
Thanks in advace for any help! This forum rocks! :laugh:
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My wife has a T-Mobile Prism phone and I do not see any mention of it in the forum. I myself have the GS3 which rocks!
Am I missing something? I think the phone has the 2.3 gingerbread or honeycomb...I am not sure (she is not home so I cannot look at the phone right now) about the specs of the phone and operating system.
Anyway if anyone could point me in the right direction as to what I can do with this phone to make it faster for her would be apprecited. If I could root the phone I would like to set her up with tethering so she can use her laptop wherever she is. Also if the phone could handle ICS or a Jelly Bean ROM that would be awesome!
Thanks in advace for any help! This forum rocks! :laugh:
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Check out this guide, it will tell you what you need to do to root the phone, install CWM, and then CM 7.2 (Its gingerbread based but a very solid ROM at that). This should speed up the performance of your wife's phone, and allow for wireless/wired tethering if she wants to use it Wireless Tether. As a side note the phone would be running gingerbread (2.3-2.3.7), honeycomb (3.0-3.2) was meant for tablets . Hope this helps .
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Check out this guide, it will tell you what you need to do to root the phone, install CWM, and then CM 7.2 (Its gingerbread based but a very solid ROM at that). This should speed up the performance of your wife's phone, and allow for wireless/wired tethering if she wants to use it Wireless Tether. As a side note the phone would be running gingerbread (2.3-2.3.7), honeycomb (3.0-3.2) was meant for tablets . Hope this helps .
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Thanks a bunch Shimp! May be a while until I tackle it but at least I have the info I need now. (need to convince the wife it is a good thing she will like!)
Android power for all!
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Thanks a bunch Shimp! May be a while until I tackle it but at least I have the info I need now. (need to convince the wife it is a good thing she will like!)
Android power for all!
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Glad I could help man , if you want a guide that might be able to help convince your wife check out this guide. If she's more of the visual learning type of person the official CM 7.2 introduction video might be helpful as well as this video, which even though it's for the Samsung Epic 4g touch it does a good job of showcasing the features of CM 7.2 on a basic and easy to understand level.