Hi,
I`m new user and found no appropriate thread.
Want to debrand my Samsung Galaxy S2 branded Hutchinson 3 in Austria.
Device has Android 2.3.3
kernel 2.6.35.7-I9100WKE1-CL181974 [email protected] #2
build XWKE1
Pls help, thank you!
Kind regards, Joe
You can root your phone using the KE2 CFRoot kernel from here. Read the instructions in the first post in that thread carefully & follow the instructions to the letter & you should have a rooted phone in a few minutes.
From there you I recommend you do a backup in CWRecovery as this will give you a "snapshot" of your system in almost original condition (obviously with a rooted kernel).
Then you can get Titanium Pro from the Market & you can/freeze uninstall (be careful uninstalling, I prefer to just freeze) apps you don't use/want, and you can also backup your apps/app data as well.
After that you can flash any of the myriad of custom roms/kernels that can be found on here. If you read the first 10 & last 20 pages of a thread devoted to a rom/kernel, that will give you an idea of the features/pluses/minuses & other users' experiences with that rom/kernel.
@MistahBungle
thanks alot! I`ll try it asap.
I have ordered Titanium Backup Pro already for my Galaxy S, I had before. This device was also rooted.
There are only apps on my internal sd-card, data are on my external disk. But of course I will backup in CWRecovery.
Kind regards and again many thanks, Joe
You're welcome Joe Post to this thread again if you have any problems.
joe54 said:
@MistahBungle
thanks alot! I`ll try it asap.
I have ordered Titanium Backup Pro already for my Galaxy S, I had before. This device was also rooted.
There are only apps on my internal sd-card, data are on my external disk. But of course I will backup in CWRecovery.
Kind regards and again many thanks, Joe
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Hiya guys,
I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 that I got this week. Im finding the phone is brilliant to use at the moment and works very well. It's alot better for me to use this device that it was when I had my previous phone which was an iPhone (don't shoot me)...
Anyway here we are. I've had the phone 4 days and i'm wanting to root it. The main reason for this is that I hate bloatwear. Samsung have filled it with all their own specific software that they find useful and I don't want that. All I want is a lovely OS with no Samsung to worry about etc.
Right a little about what i'm wanting. Ok so the phone is a Samsung Galaxy S2 GT-I9100. The andoid version is 2.3.4, the Baseband is I9100XXKI1 and the Build is GINGERBREAD.
Im basically wanting to install the exact same version of Gingerbread but without all the bloatwear. Is this possible? Im completely new to this so any guides and tutorials that you can point me to would be brilliant. Is there anything I should be wary of when rooting my phone etc.
I have been looking around on the net and from what I can see Cyanogen M7 seems to be the same version as what im on now other than you don't get the touchwiz.
Any help would be brilliant on where to start.
If there are any questions then please ask.
Regards,
Just freeze the bloat yourself, rather than trying to find a ROM with it removed.
Root via zergRush, freeze bloat with one of the apps on the market.
However, if you do go down the CM7 route, just follow the instructions on http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1176411
Other things to look out for. If any instructions are telling you to make a nandroid backup, do it, and back up your efs folder. You can use Hellcat's kTool for that.
Ok thanks for your post. So i guess my next question is What is Rooting and what does it actually do to your phone?
Do I need to root my phone in order to install new Roms??
Also the link to the M7 *Nightly* release you gave me. Is that stable? I read on their forums that I should only look at installing their *Stable* release and be wary of their *Nightly* release as its still buggy.
Since your first post said you were wanting to root, I kinda thought you'd know why. Bad assumption on my part, I know.
Anyway, before you flood the place with more questions, have a read for a while.
FAQS/Guide/Additional Info For Rooting S2 - High level summary
[FAQ] GT-i9100 Galaxy S II FAQ thread
Also, there is no so called "stable" CM7 build for the Samsung Galaxy S II.
Hi again.
Ok so I've had a read through the links provided to me and Im positive i want to root my device so that i can install new roms and unlock the phone and such. So next then can someone suggest what method i should do next. could someone also tell me what cf-root and clockworkmod is? Im confused as to what these are.
Regards
CF will give you root and clockwork, you can then reboot into clockwork and flash roms. Just make sure you read everything thoroughly and be sure to avoid the repartition option in odin.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk
Thanks but could you explain to me what they both do? Im assuming that its better to use cf-root as it allows you to install roms also...
Love spoon feeding eh?
http://www.lmgtfy.com/?q=cf-root
http://www.lmgtfy.com/?q=clockworkmod+recovery
Please search before open a new thread. All the info you need is there to be found. Start you hunt.
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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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That portion of his post was quoted from Tangent5, the OP. JJEgan's text started at "in that case..."
Hi Folks
I am indeed a noob as the intro video to xda states. I am also aware that this post will annoy some of you. But i would appreciate it if you could take some time answering this
I have a few questions regarding flashing before i go ahead with this. I would very much appreciate it if you could oblige me with some answrs to the questions listed below :-
My phone is Samsung Galaxy S3 international version ( gt - i9300 ).
1.Will flashing to the poland release of jellybean result in me losing my APNs for mms and internet ? And will I have to reset those after flashing ?
2.Does flashing mean i void my warranty ?
3.will I get any future samsung bug fixes/ firmware updates/ any other updates from samsung after flashing ? 2nd part to this question -- since i am flashing to poland release .. will i get future updates from samsung when poland gets it or I just wont get it period
4.I have heard that if I reset my phone's CSC to the correct region after flashing , I might be able to get future updates from Kies. Is this information correct ?
5.If I manually have to update via odin any future updates, please link me to specific room in xda forum where any updates will be available as they come through
6.Do i have to remove my SD card and Sim card while flashing with odin ?
7.Will I lose any data/contacts/customisations after flashing with JB ?
8.How do i do a complete backup of the phone other than kies backup ?
9.Is anyone ,who has already done this, experiencing any troubles after updating to JB ?
Any answers and will be highly appreciated
Void warranty, contacts just sync to google. Contacts should stay, but sync it anyway. In case.
Customisations, not sure which customising you're talking about. Homescreen set ups and app data should be intact, unless you wipe data through recovery or something.
In any case, root using the root methods provided, and do a nandroid backup in custom recovery. Backups up the entire phone (exc sd). If anything unsatisfactory, you can always restore. I used cf root to root the phone.
I'm in the uk and I've flashed the polish one, no problem whatsoever using internet. Haven't tried mms.
As for updates, sammobile.com posts all official firmwares on their site. I9300 general forum also has a post with any firmwares. I'm not sure about automatic updates but you'll probably get the firmware posted on the forums before you get any otas so I haven't had the need to check this.
You can keep your sdcard and sim in the phone when doing any of this. Had no problem using the phone after update.
Hope this clears any questions you had. Enjoy your jelly bean
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium
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Simple answer would be void warranty, contacts just sync to google. Contacts should stay, but sync it anyway.
Customisations, not sure which customising you're talking about. Homescreen set ups and app data should be intact, unless you wipe data through recovery or something.
In any case, root using the root methods provided, and do a nandroid backup from custom recovery. Backups up the entire phone (exc sd). If anything unsatisfactory, you can always restore. I used cf root.
I'm in the uk and I've flashed the polish one, no problem whatsoever using internet. Haven't tried mms. As for updates, sammobile.com posts all official firmwares on their site. I9300 general forum also has a post with any firmwares.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium
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thanks
few followup questions :-
1. I do not want to root my phone. Is there a way to do a complete system backup without rooting. If not can i flash it back to stock ics firmware if anything goes wrong?
2. Could you please link me to sam mobile firmware site you are referring to
3. will reflashing to stock ics unvoid the warranty ?
There are ways to un-root your device and make customizations nearly undetectable
If done correctly rooting and flashing your device has a pretty low possibility of hard-bricking your S3
Softbricks may occur but with Odin/Recover Menu you're prettymuch good to go
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium
z3255859 said:
Hi Folks
annoy some of you.
That would only be if users see you are to lazy to search and read the FAQS and stickies .Edit and yes you did not bother to read the basics so they may be annoyed and advice you to join a Samsung forum
My phone is Samsung Galaxy S3 international version ( gt - i9300 ).
1.Will flashing to the poland release of jellybean result in me losing my APNs for mms and internet ? And will I have to reset those after flashing ?
Maybe and yes if they are lost .
2.Does flashing mean i void my warranty ?
Not if its stock Samsung rom .
3.will I get any future samsung bug fixes/ firmware updates/ any other updates from samsung after flashing ?
No unless you get Polish updates .
2nd part to this question -- since i am flashing to poland release .. will i get future updates from samsung when poland gets it
Yes
4.I have heard that if I reset my phone's CSC to the correct region after flashing , I might be able to get future updates from Kies. Is this information correct ?
Possible
5.If I manually have to update via odin any future updates, please link me to specific room in xda forum where any updates will be available as they come through
See the stickies on page one .
6.Do i have to remove my SD card and Sim card while flashing with odin ?
NO
7.Will I lose any data/contacts/customisations after flashing with JB ?
Data no Customize maybe
8.How do i do a complete backup of the phone other than kies backup ?
Rooted phone and Nandroid backup .
jje
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Your questions seem to have all been answered above, but I just want to add that in addition to a Nandroid backup, you should specifically back up your EFS and store it safely somewhere on your computer.
This contains your IMEI, and you will be seriously screwed if it gets messed up.
New Guide .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1931790
jje
Thanks a lot. I flashed my phone this morning. I am pleased to inform that i did not lose any data or customizations ( homescreen widgets / apps orientation etc)
I'm glad you flashed without any problems. If you're worried about things like your APN settings, your contacts, your text messages, etc... you can use MyBackup Pro (which I use, you can use it with or without root) or Titanium Backup if you're rooted (which I've never used so I can't really speak about it).
Can I unroot my I9300?
Hey, I plan to root my S3.
I had this is in mind. Can I unroot my I9300 in the future for warranty if I root it using CF-Auto-Root?
Help much Appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Ekaansh
Another Necro Poster . Posting in a very old thread .
Please use search and read the faqs and guides your question has been asked multiple times .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1927113
jje
Hi Guys,
Just got an s3 GT-I900T moving from a HTC Desire HD.
Few questions in regards to rooting as I rooted my DHD which was rather easy.
My questions are
1. Firmware v Rom - What's the difference and do I need to flash both or..?
2. Anything you would recommend I should know that is different in the rooting process for the device?
Accessories related questions
1. I've tried finding it, but how much thicker does using the Hyperion 4200mAH make the phone, from photo's it looks to make it roughly double the size?
2. For the Hyperion 2200mAH - How more time does it bring the battery to, eg from a day to a day and a half or?
Sorry if my questions seem stupid.. they do seem a little stupid to me, but I did try searching - possibly I'm just terribly at seaching for things
Burning_aces said:
Hi Guys,
Just got an s3 GT-I900T moving from a HTC Desire HD.
Few questions in regards to rooting as I rooted my DHD which was rather easy.
My questions are
1. Firmware v Rom - What's the difference and do I need to flash both or..?
2. Anything you would recommend I should know that is different in the rooting process for the device?
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1. Not sure if there is really a big difference. Firmware for me is a rom, custom roms are also roms/firmwares in a way
2. Read the Stickies in the General thread, it will help you to get behind the rooting process.
ps: I guess you meant GT-I9300T not GT-I900T
chrismast said:
1. Not sure if there is really a big difference. Firmware for me is a rom, custom roms are also roms/firmwares in a way
2. Read the Stickies in the General thread, it will help you to get behind the rooting process.
ps: I guess you meant GT-I9300T not GT-I900T
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Yes I did mean that..
In regards to 1 - Cool, I was hoping they were the same, hence the stupid question part, thanks Chrismast.
2 - Good call, missed the sticky that actually mattered - Saw it as the following;
[READ FIRST] Forum Section Rules [UPDATED: 9th September 2012]
American or Canadian SGS3? Read this before posting!
Mods to assist......
For all your jellybean discussion
Do NOT post threads asking which the best ROM or kernel is
Whats the best way to root the phone, then get a complete backup of the original rom?
In this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1957273 Chainfire said "No CWM and such ?
I have personally moved away from permanent custom recoveries, and I am no longer supporting them. On newer devices they cause flash counter and OTA flashing issues. If you really want one, others do provide versions of CWM and TWRP for most devices. Personally I just use Mobile ODIN to install ZIPs and Titanium Backup for my backup/restore needs. I do always want root though, and as such I'm still supporting CF-Auto-Root as quick way to root."
Originally I was going to install CWM, but yeah, what's the best way to go about this?
Burning_aces said:
Yes I did mean that..
In regards to 1 - Cool, I was hoping they were the same, hence the stupid question part, thanks Chrismast.
2 - Good call, missed the sticky that actually mattered - Saw it as the following;
[READ FIRST] Forum Section Rules [UPDATED: 9th September 2012]
American or Canadian SGS3? Read this before posting!
Mods to assist......
For all your jellybean discussion
Do NOT post threads asking which the best ROM or kernel is
Whats the best way to root the phone, then get a complete backup of the original rom?
In this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1957273 Chainfire said "No CWM and such ?
I have personally moved away from permanent custom recoveries, and I am no longer supporting them. On newer devices they cause flash counter and OTA flashing issues. If you really want one, others do provide versions of CWM and TWRP for most devices. Personally I just use Mobile ODIN to install ZIPs and Titanium Backup for my backup/restore needs. I do always want root though, and as such I'm still supporting CF-Auto-Root as quick way to root."
Originally I was going to install CWM, but yeah, what's the best way to go about this?
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yes, you can use CF-Auto-Root whereas I did not use it as it was not available (?) that time, but I am sure there is a guide in that thread. Otherwise you could use CF-Root 6.4. Make sure you have the international I9300/T version though! Also a good start to read is here. For backups, once you installed CWM you will be able to do a nandroid backup. In addition backup your EFS folder and copy it to your computer, instructions here. I hope it helps!
I have looked around for a while but cant seem to find anything clear. So i made an account.
Will i be able to root my S3 (i9305) and install a custom rom?
Got the phone from T-Mobile UK on contract. I updated to 4.3 when it came through ota.
Sorry for asking :fingers-crossed: but thanks to anyone who replies.
Hello Heych123 and welcome to XDA. First a fair warning .... you will get addicted to this site :silly:
Ok, rooting the S3 I9305 is prety easy, altough i'd like to advice you to read read read before you do do do.
For rooting your device, use / read this thread
[GT-I930x/T/N][SHV-E210*][SHW-M440S] CF-Auto-Root
After you've succesfully rooted your device, i'd advice you to use / read this thread
[APP][4.0+][ROOT] SA Manager (EFS, TA backup & restore)
Lastly, or maybe better yet, start with reading the first four pinned threads on this page.
My last advice would be to keep everything (downloads and stuff) nicely orginized on your PC by putting everything in clearly labeled folders.
Like a folder for root-files ...... and a folder for ROMs ..... and a folder for backups ...... and so on.
Good Luck and have fun !!! :highfive:
Heych123 said:
I have looked around for a while but cant seem to find anything clear. So i made an account.
Will i be able to root my S3 (i9305) and install a custom rom?
Got the phone from T-Mobile UK on contract. I updated to 4.3 when it came through ota.
Sorry for asking :fingers-crossed: but thanks to anyone who replies.
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You are in the wrong forum this is I9300 Q&A.
You can root and install custom rom see I9305 development .
STICKYS
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2344125
UNDERSTAND FIRST
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2362743
Network IMEI EFS
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2393289