How can I install the stock ICS update on the S2 without rooting? I know it is available as an OTA but I don't get it here in Malta. I tried to pass the phone over a proxy but it did not work.
Thanks!
cachiama said:
How can I install the stock ICS update on the S2 without rooting? I know it is available as an OTA but I don't get it here in Malta. I tried to pass the phone over a proxy but it did not work.
Thanks!
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Flashing via Odin does not require root.
Go to google and type Galaxy S2 stock roms. You will find a thread in xda or androidforums both are fine.You download them, in the both threads you will find detail instructions on how to flash it.
When you download a rom make sure it is the latest version [ for gb 3.7 I think ] and it should have a stock kernel.
If you want to stick to the stock kernel but you want to be rooted you flash CF root for your rom.
But flashing a custom rom makes absolutely no-sense whatsoever.
If you cant find a stable rom you can try GadgetCheck's Revolution rom.
It is really stable with no bugs, and the DarkKnight kernel is their project which is considered as the best GB kernel by me.
Good luck.As the guy mentioned, you flash custom roms with Odin, you dont need to be rooted.
Coltie said:
Go to google and type Galaxy S2 stock roms. You will find a thread in xda or androidforums both are fine.You download them, in the both threads you will find detail instructions on how to flash it.
When you download a rom make sure it is the latest version [ for gb 3.7 I think ] and it should have a stock kernel.
If you want to stick to the stock kernel but you want to be rooted you flash CF root for your rom.
But flashing a custom rom makes absolutely no-sense whatsoever.
If you cant find a stable rom you can try GadgetCheck's Revolution rom.
It is really stable with no bugs, and the DarkKnight kernel is their project which is considered as the best GB kernel by me.
Good luck.As the guy mentioned, you flash custom roms with Odin, you dont need to be rooted.
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WARNING THIS REPLY IS WRONG IN MANY RESPECTS .
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Or use CHECKFUS to download and flash via ODIN .
Kernel is part of the firmware and not a separate item .
You rarely flash a custom rom with ODIN .
EW HERE
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134290
bible
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1473577
Guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125282
jje
JJEgan said:
WARNING THIS REPLY IS WRONG IN MANY RESPECTS .
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Or use CHECKFUS to download and flash via ODIN .
Kernel is part of the firmware and not a separate item .
You rarely flash a custom rom with ODIN .
EW HERE
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134290
bible
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1473577
Guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125282
jje
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The only wrong thing in this post, is that I have written a custom rom instead of stock.
Coltie said:
The only wrong thing in this post, is that I have written a custom rom instead of stock.
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When you download a rom make sure it is the latest version [ for gb 3.7 I think ] and it should have a stock kernel.
>>> Does not have to be the latest version +all firmware has a kernel.
>>>>>>> CF root replaces the stock kernel with non stock warranty voiding kernel .>>>> But flashing a custom rom makes absolutely no-sense whatsoever.
That reply is both ignorant and stupid .
>>>and in the next sentence try Gadgets custom rom ???
Over to you Mr T
jje
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Hi,
Can anyone point me to a (direct) link that gives the latest stock ROM for Samsung Galaxy S2 that i can flash using CWM? I think the latest version is KG5, but please tell me if this is wrong?
Ive been trying to search through an ocean of links and can find thousands but dont which is the right one.
I just want the latest stock ROM (preferably with a rooted kernal, but can live without) that i can flash from CWM.
Im sure its probably already here somewhere, but its not so obvious to a noob like me.
Any help would be much appreciated.
Many thanks
Stock roms are ODIN flashed .
jje
JJEgan said:
Stock roms are ODIN flashed .
jje
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I guess that explains it!
Thanks for the quick reply.
If i need to re-route after i flash, can i use any kernal or does it have to be the one that matches the ROM?
Cooky75 said:
I guess that explains it!
Thanks for the quick reply.
If i need to re-route after i flash, can i use any kernal or does it have to be the one that matches the ROM?
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Any but best to match rom if you can .
jje
JJEgan said:
Any but best to match rom if you can .
jje
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Great, all done! Flashed using ODIN and re rooted using matching kernal (i found one so just took a punt on it)
If i want to flash something like Litening Rom in future can i do that using CWM or ROM Mgr? Im sticking with stock for now but who knows, i may get more adventurous!
Hey all,
I've been doing a bunch of stuff with motorola, and samsung is just confusing me... My sg2 is running the I9100XWke7 insecure kernel. The baseband is ke1 though...
I was wanting to throw the SensatioN ROM by Crysis21 on it, but I noticed that it's based on the kg6/ with the kh3 modem...
What would I have to do to be able to flash this rom, and is it safe to flash a different kernel such as going from the ke7 to kg6?
I've done some searching around the forum, but my internet connection is really crappy, so I apologize in advance if there is already another thread about this.
Thanks all!
Generally you can upgrade a kernel
Likewise a modem.
Likewise a full firmware .
Could you have a KG4 firmware and change its KG4 modem to KH3 yes no problem.
Could you have a KG4 firmware and flash a KH3 Kernel probably .
Personally i flash the same firmware that the custom rom is based on first.
KG6 based rom and i flash full KG6 firmware .
Then flash custom rom .
jje
Just flash the rom, i think your getting confused with rom/kernel differences.
If you wish to use a custom rom and its an odin .tar file, you just flash that and dont worry about kernels.
If you wish to install a different kernel like ninphetamine or speedmod etc - then you can do this after you have flashed the custom rom of your choice.
HOWEVER, If the rom is a .zip based installation, you will need a kernel that includes CWM such as cf-root, ninphetamine etc before flashing the rom you have chosen.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk
Both of you have helped tremendously! Thank you Just gotta get used to Samsung now lol
Hi,
I want to install cognition s2 rom on my galaxy s2 but first I wanted to know how can I go back to the stock rom if I happen to dislike the custom rom? I searched but couldn't find a concrete answer.
Thanks
Standard Method is flash a stock rom .
Reset custom rom counter to zero with usb recovery jig .
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
jje
Ok so maybe you can explain to me what's the difference between a rom and a kernel/firmware? Because I only see kernels on the page you sent me =)
Also, does it matter which phone/modem, csc I flash? If so how does it affects my phone?
rj.camargo said:
Ok so maybe you can explain to me what's the difference between a rom and a kernel/firmware? Because I only see kernels on the page you sent me =)
Also, does it matter which phone/modem, csc I flash? If so how does it affects my phone?
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a kernel is what directly interacts with the hardware. Every OS has this, but it's more customizable on our phones since it's based on Linux. The Rom contains the OS itself, and the software and file structure therein. The kernel even can tell the OS how fast the processor goes and how much juice to use from the battery.
from the link that JJEgan gave you, u just pick the one you want and flash with odin...thats all you need to do
nraman1 said:
a kernel is what directly interacts with the hardware. Every OS has this, but it's more customizable on our phones since it's based on Linux. The Rom contains the OS itself, and the software and file structure therein. The kernel even can tell the OS how fast the processor goes and how much juice to use from the battery.
from the link that JJEgan gave you, u just pick the one you want and flash with odin...thats all you need to do
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Ok get it but lets say I want to upgrade to 2.3.5, I understand that I have to flash the KI3 rom right? But do I need to flash the whole package (pda, phone/modem and csc) or just the kernel intratech posted?
lol sorry but I'm a total newb on android
rj.camargo said:
Ok get it but lets say I want to upgrade to 2.3.5, I understand that I have to flash the KI3 rom right? But do I need to flash the whole package (pda, phone/modem and csc) or just the kernel intratech posted?
lol sorry but I'm a total newb on android
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A kernel is not the firmware
so flash as instructed with whatever 2.3.5 upgrade you are using .
jje
if you want 2.3.5 then you have to flash the whole package, just download one of the files from that site and flash in odin under the PDA bit
When i install a custom rom will my phone automatic be rooted?
If not if i root my phone can i unroot it?
And if i install a custom rom. How can i install the normal rom again?
Thank you.
Shai38 said:
When i install a custom rom will my phone automatic be rooted?
Not unless the custom rom contains root .
If not if i root my phone can i unroot it?
Yes by flashing a stock firmware or kernel and resetting the custom rom counter to zero .
And if i install a custom rom. How can i install the normal rom again?
By flashing a stock rom
You need to start reading before flashing .
FAQ
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1065995
NEW HERE
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134290
Guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125282
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Root + CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Custom Rom Counter .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1068522
better battery stats .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1179809
jje
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phone needs to be rooted before you flash a custom rom.
have a read through the developer section and all the answers for your other questions will be answered.
first steps first though - read chainfires root and clockwork recovery thread first to see what tools you need and follow the guide to the letter - no exceptions!
.................lol or as above from JJEgan
Typically you will need to root your phone before you install a custom rom, and yes you can easily unroot. There are several guides in the development section to help you. Make sure you read thoroughly and understand what you're doing.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk
Read the FAQs in this sticky roll up http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1442549 and most of your questions will be answered.
Custom roms are flashed via cwm and stock are flashed by Odin. Most custom roms are pre rooted.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk
I cant find this firmware original for this one:
I9100BOKJ1
I9100BOKJ2-CL635147
Thanks.
Pick the nearest for your location .
or look in the provider roms post .
Carrier branded .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928
jje
I need one from Holland (Netherlands) Can you help me wich one to pick?
Shai
CE versions are netherlands .
jje
JJEgan said:
Pick the nearest for your location .
or look in the provider roms post .
Carrier branded .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928
jje
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JJEgan said:
CE versions are netherlands .
jje
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I want one without carrier just a clean phone firmware
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
I hope this works for you.
I have a rooted GT-I9100 with baseband XXKI4 and Kernel version 2.6.35.7-I9100JPKJ2. The CSC is given as OJPKJ1 (XSG).
As it is rooted I needed to flash one of the custom ICS offerings. Does it matter which one or can I choose any one of them on offer? Please advise.
Thanks
ftheba said:
I have a rooted GT-I9100 with baseband XXKI4 and Kernel version 2.6.35.7-I9100JPKJ2. The CSC is given as OJPKJ1 (XSG).
As it is rooted I needed to flash one of the custom ICS offerings. Does it matter which one or can I choose any one of them on offer? Please advise.
Thanks
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first read the changelog of all those custom ics roms and see the diff in them and choose the one which fits ur need and flash the same
If you want to flash a (modified) firmware through CWM, then check out the wanamlite website or his thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1292825)
If you want to flash a pure stock firmware, then find one at SamMobile and use Odin to flash in download mode. You can find instructions on this if you do a search. This method does not require root.