Hello everyone,
I'm new at android and everything so i would love to ask you developers (professionals) some questions.
First of all i would like to root my phone to get ICS but I'm kinda concern that i will lose my warranty. So the question is: "Is there any way to unroot your phone and get it back on official software (ROM)?" so i don't lose my warranty when i need some repairs or something.
Second questions is: "Can a failing at root damage my phone ?".
And third : "Can you recommend my some software, rom, or anything for rooting safely ?"
My spec :
Model number: GT-I9100
Android version: 2.3.4
Baseband version: I9100XXKI1
Kernel version: 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKI4-CL575467 [email protected] #2
Build number: GINGERBREAD.XWKI4
PS: Sorry for my bad English its not my native language.
PPS: Sorry if similar thread exist.
Make sure to ask questions in the Q/A section next time instead of the general.
1. You will lose warranty by rooting. You will have to reflash the stock rom and use a USB jig (you need to buy it) reset the counter. You could also just flash the ICS and flash triangle away which does the same as a USB jig, but its Highly recommened to use a usb jig.
2. Failing to root wont physically damage the phone, but can cause a brick. This phone is fairly hard to brick and it can be fixed by flashing stock roms using odin. (a usb jig can also help in this situation).
3. Flash this for root: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Instructions are provided nicely and its rather easy to root with this. You do also have some other options of one-click root if you wish.
Houselegend said:
First of all i would like to root my phone to get ICS
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Why would you want to root your phone to get ICS? You don't need root to install ICS.
If that's your only reason for rooting, don't.
Official ICS is coming this month, so id just wait for it if this is the only reason for rooting your phone.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA
Houselegend said:
Hello everyone,
I'm new at android and everything so i would love to ask you developers (professionals) some questions.
First of all i would like to root my phone to get ICS but I'm kinda concern that i will lose my warranty. So the question is: "Is there any way to unroot your phone and get it back on official software (ROM)?" so i don't lose my warranty when i need some repairs or something.
Second questions is: "Can a failing at root damage my phone ?".
And third : "Can you recommend my some software, rom, or anything for rooting safely ?"
My spec :
Model number: GT-I9100
Android version: 2.3.4
Baseband version: I9100XXKI1
Kernel version: 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKI4-CL575467 [email protected] #2
Build number: GINGERBREAD.XWKI4
PS: Sorry for my bad English its not my native language.
PPS: Sorry if similar thread exist.
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Personally if you just want ICS I would just wait until it officially comes out. No need to void your warranty . Word of advise if you do decide you want to root one day ALWAYS look for a method to reverse it.
Kaze105 said:
Make sure to ask questions in the Q/A section next time instead of the general.
1. You will lose warranty by rooting. You will have to reflash the stock rom and use a USB jig (you need to buy it) reset the counter. You could also just flash the ICS and flash triangle away which does the same as a USB jig, but its Highly recommened to use a usb jig.
2. Failing to root wont physically damage the phone, but can cause a brick. This phone is fairly hard to brick and it can be fixed by flashing stock roms using odin. (a usb jig can also help in this situation).
3. Flash this for root: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Instructions are provided nicely and its rather easy to root with this. You do also have some other options of one-click root if you wish.
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Sorry for posting it here i saw the Q&A forum 20 sec later ... but i was unable to delete this thread so ...
Thanks for advice and where can i get USB jig ?
oinkylicious said:
Why would you want to root your phone to get ICS? You don't need root to install ICS.
If that's your only reason for rooting, don't.
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lorenzvdt said:
Official ICS is coming this month, so id just wait for it if this is the only reason for rooting your phone.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA
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Official release of ICS will be with TouchWiz and ye like many of us i hate it. That's the main reason for getting a custom ROM. Well others reason is that it will be a lot faster ...
Houselegend said:
Sorry for posting it here i saw the Q&A forum 20 sec later ... but i was unable to delete this thread so ...
Thanks for advice and where can i get USB jig ?
EBAY
Official release of ICS will be with TouchWiz and ye like many of us i hate it. That's the main reason for getting a custom ROM. Well others reason is that it will be a lot faster
But there are no custom roms built on ICS genuine release yet .
A lot faster we will see .
jje
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Houselegend said:
But there are no custom roms built on ICS genuine release yet .
A lot faster we will see .
jje
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Resurrection Rom v9.6 by westcrip is in my opinion the best ics rom (without TW) so far! no fc's, very smooth, best battery life i've ever experienced..
Houselegend said:
Official release of ICS will be with TouchWiz and ye like many of us i hate it. That's the main reason for getting a custom ROM. Well others reason is that it will be a lot faster ...
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totally agree! as i mentioned definetely try out resurrection rom by Westcrip!
Nice to hear that this ROM work so well ...
Nice to hear that this Resurrection ROM (and many other) work so well ...
But ... It's simply to difficult and risky for newbies like me (and a lot other i could imagine)
I have decided to wait for official Samsung ICS firmware and maby get root when some nice tool like Easy Rooting Toolkit [v4.0] (zergRush Exploit) or OneClick Root becomes available ...
And BTW I don't think TouchWiz is that bad at all.
Only reason for me to get root, was getting rid of some Samsung bloatware.
Wow a question in the general section.
I think @Houselegend want to change ROM because of same reason like me. ICS comes out for few days, yes, but in our countries we must wait for our operators to get update. I don't know how much we will wait, but we expect about 2-3 months!
I can't stay more on stock, it's boring and battery duration is very short.
So, if is simple to get back on stock ROM, unroot and reset counter, why not play with custom ROMs?
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So, if is simple to get back on stock ROM, unroot and reset counter, why not play with custom ROMs?
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There are a few threads on how to get back to the stock rom. To reset the counter u have to use a usb jig (u can buy one, those are really cheap) but there may be some apps out there to reset the counter but i think the sinpliest and most secure way is to use a jig! But why do u need to get back to the stock roms?
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA
lorenzvdt said:
There are a few threads on how to get back to the stock rom. To reset the counter u have to use a usb jig (u can buy one, those are really cheap) but there may be some apps out there to reset the counter but i think the sinpliest and most secure way is to use a jig! But why do u need to get back to the stock roms?
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA
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Because someday if i need to fix my phone i don't want to lose my warranty ...
BTW. I watched few videos you can make your own USB Jig for under 2-3$ with a 300K Ohm resistor and MicroUSB cable
Houselegend said:
Because someday if i need to fix my phone i don't want to lose my warranty ...
BTW. I watched few videos you can make your own USB Jig for under 2-3$ with a 300K Ohm resistor and MicroUSB cable
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later bootl;oaders jig nont working .
The post below deals with preparation for ICS and obtaining original firmware can equally be applied to saving original firmware for recovery to warranty state.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1540023
jje
JJEgan said:
later bootl;oaders jig nont working .
The post below deals with preparation for ICS and obtaining original firmware can equally be applied to saving original firmware for recovery to warranty state.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1540023
jje
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I got Check Fus but there are no my network on that list.
Bosnia and Hercegovina m:tel
EDIT:
I just found my Product Code
GT-I9100RWASMO
Will that help me with anything ?
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I didn't root my phone yet or anything so i am able to do my own backup of everything ? So i can restore it to official if i need to and then use USB Jig to hide everything ?
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Hey Guys,
I switched from the Iphone to Android, I just got the Galaxy s2 and I want to root it. I have been reading of the different ways to root the phone, based on what I have seen so far the GingerBreak seems to be the easiest way to do it. So I am here in the forum, my first post is requesting a confirmation from you guys, which is the easiest way for an idiot like me to root my galaxy s2 without bricking it ?
Thanks
RedCell X
There is guide here in other post.
Basically you have to flash custom kernel, reboot and flash stock kernel back.
All using Odin.
Be careful - each custom kernel flashing will be visible. There is counter that shows how many custom kernels you flashed.
I stick with stock rom this time and avoid rooting.
This counter can be reset according to this forum. It's your decision.
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Definitive SGS2 Rooting Guide for now .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1056334
Do you need root now .
jje
Gingerbreak only worked on the pre-production SGS2 models, it no longer works on the retail versions that are shipping now.
If you need root then use the link provided above, it works like a charm and you can always reflash an official kernel once you have root (and this is probably recommended if you also update your firmware to the lasted version).
The SGS1 usb jigs do work with the SGS2 and have the added bonus of resetting the custom firmware counter which may be handy if you ever need to return your phone under warranty, I got mine off of ebay yesterday and it works a treat.
rdy2go said:
Be careful - each custom kernel flashing will be visible. There is counter that shows how many custom kernels you flashed.
I stick with stock rom this time and avoid rooting.
This counter can be reset according to this forum. It's your decision.
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Why is resetting the counter important? For warranty purposes?
Rootinf galaxy s2 continued
Hey Guys,
Thanks for the response, I don't think i will be rooting my phone being honest I am afraid to do it. I will stick with the stock rom that came from it. I spent $850 for the phone I dont want to brick it.
Thanks to everyone that responded.
Redcellx
redcellx said:
Hey Guys,
Thanks for the response, I don't think i will be rooting my phone being honest I am afraid to do it. I will stick with the stock rom that came from it. I spent $850 for the phone I dont want to brick it.
Thanks to everyone that responded.
Redcellx
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Dont worry about bricking your phone, even if something goes wrong with the flashing process you should always be able to get back into download mode so you can reflash either by using the keypress method or if that fails the usb jig should wake your phone up.
Then you can either use ODIN or even the Kies Recovery method to get a working ROM installed.
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Why is resetting the counter important? For warranty purposes?
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Yeah, while no has (yet) reported that they have had a warranty request rejected because of custom rom usage, its nice to know how to reset the counter to ensure any warranty requests go smoothly.
MrYiff said:
Yeah, while no has (yet) reported that they have had a warranty request rejected because of custom rom usage, its nice to know how to reset the counter to ensure any warranty requests go smoothly.
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Take a stroll over to SGS 1 forum i replied to a post where service wanted $400 as non stock rom and their have been a fair few reported and Samsung sent out a post to SS do not repair rooted phones under warranty .
jje
Some one should post a video on YouTube a how to
JJEgan said:
Take a stroll over to SGS 1 forum i replied to a post where service wanted $400 as non stock rom and their have been a fair few reported and Samsung sent out a post to SS do not repair rooted phones under warranty .
jje
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Ahh, that sucks then, I've never owned an SGS1 before so never looked in the SGS forum, if they have actively rejected modded phones in the past then it makes the usb jigs a very worthwhile investment then!
Okay, i have a SGS 2 now for a couple of months, and i want to start flashing.
There are a couple of things i wanted to ask before i get started.
1. I heard about the USB-Jig... Am I right if i think that you need this to get
your phone fully back to stock for warranty reasons?
2. Is there a work-around for this JIG, so i dont have to buy it?
3. Is there some sort of EZ-base rom, like there was for the SGS?
I used that one everytime to get back to stock.. that way KIES recognized
my phone, and updated me back to latest rom.
I hope someone can help me underway flashing!
On my SGS i was a true flash whore, never knowing how long i would stay on one ROM. (most of the time just one day, and then trying out something different! )
Thank you guys in advance!
number one: Yes i do not have one but most people on here would suggest to buy it. You need to flash a stock rom yes then use the jig and it will just as you bought it out of the box.
number 2: Not really from what i have been reading. You can make your own jig but its only a couple of bucks so i say its a good investment
number 3 : do not know as i never used sgs. came straight from an iphone and never looked back
and if you want help with flashing let me know and i can give you some guides
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Read here first my friend:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134290
Then to get rooted go to this thread read carefully and choose the cf-root kernel that you need flash it through odin and you be up and running. But the most important things are. Read the instructions carefully and second make a backup of your current rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
fejth said:
Okay, i have a SGS 2 now for a couple of months, and i want to start flashing.
There are a couple of things i wanted to ask before i get started.
1. I heard about the USB-Jig... Am I right if i think that you need this to get
your phone fully back to stock for warranty reasons?
No
USB jig will put phone to download mode and on older bootloaders reset custom rom counter to zero .
2. Is there a work-around for this JIG, so i dont have to buy it?
No but you only need a jig to clear custom rom counter not to boot to download mode .
You require Original rom or stock rom flashed via Odin that will wipe root .
If the custom rom counter now shows any count you will require the usb jig if counter is zero you do not require the usb jig .
jje
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JJEgan said:
fejth said:
Okay, i have a SGS 2 now for a couple of months, and i want to start flashing.
There are a couple of things i wanted to ask before i get started.
1. I heard about the USB-Jig... Am I right if i think that you need this to get
your phone fully back to stock for warranty reasons?
No
USB jig will put phone to download mode and on older bootloaders reset custom rom counter to zero .
2. Is there a work-around for this JIG, so i dont have to buy it?
No but you only need a jig to clear custom rom counter not to boot to download mode .
You require Original rom or stock rom flashed via Odin that will wipe root .
If the custom rom counter now shows any count you will require the usb jig if counter is zero you do not require the usb jig .
jje
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Thanks JJE for that mate...Explained it far better than i did.
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Thanks you guys!
Really helped alot!
I'm gonna take the plunge now, after i got myself the stock roms as a back-up.
Where can i buy those Jigs? I don't know if Samsung repairmen really check if the kernel counter is zero, but just to be sure:
Where to buy that Jiggy!?
fejth said:
Thanks you guys!
Really helped alot!
I'm gonna take the plunge now, after i got myself the stock roms as a back-up.
Where can i buy those Jigs? I don't know if Samsung repairmen really check if the kernel counter is zero, but just to be sure:
Where to buy that Jiggy!?
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cheap as chips
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UNBrick-S...686806?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f0d46da16
That's really cheap, but erhm...
I live in holland and don't have Paypal.
And to make things worse; In holland on THE selling-site-thingy,
those JIGS cost 7,50 EUR.
But allright, it's a small price for all the Awesom things i get when i get flashin again!
First ROM to try; CM7...or...MIUI....or...aaargh! *gettinmadbecauseofchoices*
fejth said:
That's really cheap, but erhm...
I live in holland and don't have Paypal.
And to make things worse; In holland on THE selling-site-thingy,
those JIGS cost 7,50 EUR.
But allright, it's a small price for all the Awesom things i get when i get flashin again!
First ROM to try; CM7...or...MIUI....or...aaargh! *gettinmadbecauseofchoices*
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Try either checkrom or Androidmeda. For androidmeda just click on my sig and it will take you there...Great rom many choices devs are always there to support you and overall all for me a great rom the best really...But checkrom is a wicked rom and has the kitchen to which that will spoil you for choice also. CM7 great but if i was you id start with sammy roms and then move over the CM7
Hi guys i was gonna root my phone and was told it would be a good idea to buy a usb jig first incase something goes wrong but when i went to buy one it said it did not support 2.3.5 then i read that i can flash the the phone with a modified firmware which lets me use the usb jig, now excuse my ignorance because i am a noob and i'm trying to do all the research i can before i root my phone but am i wrong in saying that if something goes wrong while flashing this modified firmware and i brick my phone i cant use the usb jig to revive it?
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Hi guys i was gonna root my phone and was told it would be a good idea to buy a usb jig first incase something goes wrong but when i went to buy one it said it did not support 2.3.5 then i read that i can flash the the phone with a modified firmware which lets me use the usb jig, now excuse my ignorance because i am a noob and i'm trying to do all the research i can before i root my phone but am i wrong in saying that if something goes wrong while flashing this modified firmware and i brick my phone i cant use the usb jig to revive it?
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No my friend, you wont brick your phone if you follows the instructions correctly mentioned on the thread. Regarding your query about USB jig, Its a nice tool, everyone should have one before proceeding with flashing ROM/Kernals
USB jig will help to :
1. To reset custom binary counter.
2. Removing the yellow triangle after flashing custom software
3. Getting to Download mode in case of soft brick
Version 2.3.5 onwards are packaged with New bootloader which doesnt allow you to use the bootloader.If you follow the Intratech thread on flashing ROM (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278) and Chainfire thread for rooting (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278), you will not go wrong.
P.S Intratech packages all ROMS with old bootloaders, so you will be able to use USB jib.
All the best with Flashing and rooting . PM me if you have any concerns!
Hope this helps!
thanx for your help
I am just so affraid of destroying my phone it is the best i have ever had.
Please tell if it works or not, im looking for one too. And it'd be great to know where you bought it.
thanks!
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thanx for your help
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If it helps, click the thanks Button
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NZed said:
Please tell if it works or not, im looking for one too. And it'd be great to know where you bought it.
thanks!
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If you are good at soldering, you can make one at home using a USB cable. Search the forum and you will find thread regarding making the USG Jib or purchase online or buy locally.
Amazon link : http://www.amazon.co.uk/SAMSUNG-GALAXY-9001I-DOWNLOAD-MODE/dp/B004YIUIKG
They are available on ebay for as little as £1 from trusted sellers.
You can always flash old bootloader and jig works
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golcheck said:
You can always flash old bootloader and jig works
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yes but what if i brick my phone while flashing it?
The chances that you will brick your phone by flashing bootloader are the same as you flash firmware.
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my point exactly but if i do my phone is then duffed for good.
p.s. are there any good custom roms that still have touchwiz as i really like it.
I'm using Hyperdroid Androimeda rom. It is deodexed stock slightly tuned. Works like a charm. has TW
Thanx for the quick reply are there any others?
SensatioN Rom - very good one
i agree that the USB jig works good, i get one month ago and i used it many times on a galaxy S2. i had the case when i get over the version 2.3.4 to go to 2.3.6 so i used ODIN to go back to the down version then i went to CM7. From there i became a flash junkie, tried at least 10 different roms and each time i needed to reset the custom binary counter i putted at least the 2.3.4 how much more fun i can get with this game"galaxy"boy. So I'm very grateful for the great job the XDA team are making here! Thank's to ALL!
is there a really good video tutorial to show me exactly how to do it including how to get stock firmware and how to get back so the usb jig works again and where did you get your usb jig was it ebay?
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is there a really good video tutorial to show me exactly how to do it including how to get stock firmware and how to get back so the usb jig works again and where did you get your usb jig was it ebay?
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Anyone know any great video tutorials for this?
Google is your friend..!
Guys just try searching in google.
There are many youtube vids for example...
hey guys, just a quick question. will the GS2 completely void it's warranty after a custom rom/kernel or cwm is flashed on it?
sorry for the stupid question but I am coming from the HTC Sensation which works differently when it comes to the bootloader and custom software.
thanks in advance
ps. i searched the forums and couldnt find an adequate answer, ie. I would like to know whether or not i can install the likes of cyanogenmod and still be able to restore my phone incase i need to send my phone back to samsung for any reason so please dont flame me lol
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hey guys, just a quick question. will the GS2 completely void it's warranty after a custom rom/kernel or cwm is flashed on it?
YES as oft repeated
Root custom firmware or custom rom counter above zero = void .
i searched the forums and couldnt find an adequate answer, ie. I would like to know whether or not i can install the likes of cyanogenmod and still be able to restore my phone incase i need to send my phone back to samsung for any reason so please
You may be able to revert /flash original firmware and remove root and reset rom counter but that depends upon a phone that will boot to download mode .
jje
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Yep, will avoid, but if you want back you warranty just reset binary with usb jig or flash official rom with odin.
ok thanks, ill probably just wait till CM9 comes out and by then i would have worn into the phone. +1 x2!
.. official cm9 that is, not a nightly lol
Ive bought a JIG and would just like some noob-friendly layman advice and references on using the JIG and steps i need to take to prep for a warranty return (I tried searching but im not good at processing large amounts of information so ended up no where). Linking will be fine if you cant be bothered.
I also have other questions such as, when they return the device do i lose ROOT and such? Will they flash an unrootable/unexploitable ROM?
Thanks so much.
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Ive bought a JIG and would just like some noob-friendly layman advice and references on using the JIG
Turn the phone off place usb recovery jig in usb port . Screen should now show custom rom zero .
and steps i need to take to prep for a warranty return (I tried searching but im not good at processing large amounts of information so ended up no where). Linking will be fine if you cant be bothered.
What preps ???
Requirments are no root and no custom rom and rom counter at zero .
= flash your original rom or stock rom to remove root .
I also have other questions such as, when they return the device do i lose ROOT and such? Will they flash an unrootable/unexploitable ROM?
If you have root on returning your warranty is void .
They will flash a standard stock rom .
jje
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Hi,
Try the below which I found very useful.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1402286
Stock roms are available in the development section right? Is there a right or wrong stock rom to choose from?
Also i used odin to flash a CWM kernal in do i need to do anything about that too?
Renren1403 said:
Stock roms are available in the development section right? Is there a right or wrong stock room to choose from?
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the one which was on the phone while shipped
This might sound stupid but i dont remember which one that was ><" is there a way to track back? Or can i use the special identifier on the custom rom i downloaded and work backwards?
Renren1403 said:
This might sound stupid but i dont remember which one that was ><" is there a way to track back? Or can i use the special identifier on the custom rom i downloaded and work backwards?
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with available sources you cant...
I reacently went to the showroom where I purchased the phone, I just picked a display peice and checked the firmware version, it was still my stock version, but in my region (in middle east it may work since all middle east firmware are same) this way you could guess and flash the same...
If you dont know what you bought then just guess at location etc .
jje
JJEgan said:
If you dont know what you bought then just guess at location etc .
jje
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So stock ROMs are by region?
Renren1403 said:
So stock ROMs are by region?
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YES...
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&t=1&o=1&m=GT-I9100&r=1#modelsa
ZACQ8 said:
YES...
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&t=1&o=1&m=GT-I9100&r=1#modelsa
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thanks.. sorry for the silly question...