Android 4.0.4 experiencing auto-reboot - Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

After upgrading my SGS2 to 4.0.4 and rooting the device I'm expecting auto-reboot. The device gets freezed and reboots automatically on lots of applications. Please advice what needs to be done.
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From what I have read and my own experience, 4.0.4 isn't very good, i suggest going back to 4.0.3 or using a custom rom?
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Wipe cache and do factory reset. Also you can try to reinstall problematic apps from Google Play. It should help to update them to ICS.

I also suggest downgrade to 4.0.3.

mmnawab said:
After upgrading my SGS2 to 4.0.4 and rooting the device I'm expecting auto-reboot. The device gets freezed and reboots automatically on lots of applications. Please advice what needs to be done.
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Contrary to what everyone here is saying, 4.0.4 is the most stable version of ICS for galaxy SII.
I have tested it myself. It has the closest smoothness and stability close to gingerbread.
Please answer the following questions:
1. What's your ROM details (check it with *#1234#)
2. How did you ROOT your device?
3. Did you wipe your device after upgrade? I'm sure you didn't and please don't do it, read the important note below.
*****NOTE****
Stock Samsung 4.0.4 Roms and custom Samsung Roms using stock kernel and CF-ROOT(maybe) will brick your device if you do factory reset. I suggest installing Siyah, speedmod or dream kernel before trying that.
If you can provide answers to the questions above, I'll help you since your problems within the next few posts.
Cheers
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SGS2 ICS 4.0.4 shows BLANK screen while using camera, video or YouTube

Yesterday I have installed ICS 4.0.4 on my Samsung Galaxy S2 and I noticed it is showing BLANK screen while taking pictures through camera or even while watching videos or YouTube I can only hear the audio but the video screen is blank.
Please advice how to resolve this issue.
Did u factory reset/wipe data n cache?
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syamsoul said:
Did u factory reset/wipe data n cache?
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I have only upgraded my current Android from 4.0.3 to 4.0.4 have not done factory reset/wipe data.
Use stock kernel, don't use a custom kernel yet on stock ics 4.0.4.
Edit: Bdw, you should've posted in the Q and A section.
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Don't wipe without reading the warning threads about bricking too
ephraim033 said:
Use stock kernel, don't use a custom kernel yet on stock ics 4.0.4.
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Now how to get this resolved, please advice.
mmnawab said:
Now how to get this resolved, please advice.
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Just flash it again and don't flash another kernel. Use the one which came with the rom.
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You're wrong. Stock kernel causes problems in lekaed software (LQ5, LPM) and also brings eMMC hardbrick bug.
Get back to 4.0.3 and wait for official 4.0.4.
przemcio510 said:
You're wrong. Stock kernel causes problems in lekaed software (LQ5, LPM) and also brings eMMC hardbrick bug.
Get back to 4.0.3 and wait for official 4.0.4.
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You're right and wrong. You're right that it causes brick bug and you're wrong because in stock kernel, camera, video etc works perfectly. If you flash the current custom kernels now it causes the blank camera, videos won't show etc.
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Then the best way it's that he returns to 4.0.3.
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Then the best way it's that he returns to 4.0.3.
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Right. I was just explaining it was caused by flashing a custom kernel not made specifically for 4.0.4 but for 4.0.3.
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I have re-installed 4.0.3 and my device is working fine now.
Thanks everyone for your prompt help and support.
I got the same problem here. but I update from 4.0.3 to 4.0.4 via samsung kies officially. So, how am I going to downgrade it back to 4.0.3? please advice. I have tried wipe data/factory reset.
You have to re-install 4.0.3 there is no other option available, download Android 4.0.3 from http://samsung-updates.com/ and install it freshly. I did the same to get 4.0.3 back on my smartphone.
On the 4.0.4 flash latest siyah kernel
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After flashing did it worked, and resolved the problem?
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mmnawab said:
After flashing did it worked, and resolved the problem?
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The official ROM solve my previous problem but bring out another problem which is the phone itself is having crash and keep on not responding for the system. Anyway, I solve this by flashing another custom ROM named wann.. thanks for the help as before this I can't even have the cwm..

[Q]Hydra-h2o doesn't start

I would like to ask help from forum members. the problem is this, I have a samsung galaxy i9100 with LPQ rooted official rom and change it to Hydra-h2o v1.4.1 but will not start. hangs on the load of the kernel. When did you flash the rom wipe all concerned, but nothing happens. hopefully could help me. regards
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Menchathor said:
I would like to ask help from forum members. the problem is this, I have a samsung galaxy i9100 with LPQ rooted official rom and change it to Hydra-h2o v1.4.1 but will not start. hangs on the load of the kernel. When did you flash the rom wipe all concerned, but nothing happens. hopefully could help me. regards
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what i suppose is that there is a conflict between the rom and the kernel, what i would suggest you do is install a different kernel, like siyah or N.E.A.K
try this first tho
1) go into mount and storage then format system
2) get the latest siyah on ur SD card and flash it from recovery
3) try reinstalling hydra
coming to my house proves it. but yesterday I did that but left with a semibrinck ... I am not sure why that was. thank you very much for the answer
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> need help before i risk flasing my first rom <

This is my first post and i was wondering if people could answer some questions i have.
First off heres my phones specs
Samsung galaxy s2
Model number
GT-I9100
Android version
4.0.3
Baseband version
I9100XXLPQ
Kernel version
3.0.15-I9100XXLPQ-CL223505
[email protected] #3
Build number
IML74K.XXLPQ
I've rooted my phone using rachmat3 method and thats how far i've got because only just got phone as a gift and im scared to flash a new rom incase i brick my phone.
Is it safe to use the cwm.zip to flash a rom that i used from rachmat3 root method or do i need a updated version of cwm?
Can someone recommend a fully working paranoid android rom that i can use for daily use?
Which kernel would be best to use with paranoid android rom?
Should i flash a kernel before i flash a rom?
If i install paranoid android rom would i then have a permanant cwm on my device or would i still need to use my temporery cwm.zip?
What is the chances of me bricking my phone?
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Flash what ever rom u want till its for GT-I9100
No need to worry
Just read the specific rom instructions carefully
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Yes mate now u can flash any Rom ....Just read the instruction before flashing
I would advise you to flash a safe kernel first before doing any wipe and flashing any roms. Siyah is a safe bet.
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1. Download ROM Manager and you'll be able to flash any ROMs you wish using that.
2. All the PA versions are working fine, so just browse through and choose for yourself.
3. Asking questions like that is against forum rules because they often lead to arguments. The best advice is just to download and flash different kernels and stick with which ever one you're happy with.
4. It really doesn't matter in which order you flash them. The result is still the same. I personally always flash the ROM first, but it doesn't make a difference.
5. If you use ROM Manager, as mentioned previously, even if you have to do a full wipe when flashing a different ROM, it doesn't matter because you can simply download it again anyway. Or just save it to your SD card.
6. The changes if bricking your phone are higher if you're worried about it. Just be sure to read all instructions given about installation and follow them perfectly and you'll be fine.
If after reading about flashing ROMs you are still worried, then you're better off waiting for a bit until you've done more research into what exactly is needed.
I'm a product of the system I was born to destroy!
Thanks for your replys.
just follow the steps mentioned and follow some video (like on youtube) and it'll be easy!
Would it be to much to ask if someone could put a link to the right paranoid android rom for my phone please
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toonarmy4life said:
Would it be to much to ask if someone could put a link to the right paranoid android rom for my phone please
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ParanoidAndroid for GT I9100: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1580070
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Cheers jokesy
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I don't recommend using ROM Manager since it can brick the phone.
Why don't flash custom kernel and use real CWMR?
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It really doesn't matter in which order you flash them. The result is still the same
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Most ROM zips include kernels, so if somebody wants to stay with the same kernel, then it's necessary to flash custom kernel again.
przemcio510 said:
I don't recommend using ROM Manager since it can brick the phone.
Why don't flash custom kernel and use real CWMR?
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I agree, I wouldn't recommend rom manager for the s2
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I just mentioned ROM Manager from personal preference to be honest.
I've always used it on my S2 and never had a problem with it.
I'm a product of the system I was born to destroy!
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I just mentioned ROM Manager from personal preference to be honest.
I've always used it on my S2 and never had a problem with it.
I'm a product of the system I was born to destroy!
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Yeah, but lots of people have bricked because of it
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So should i flash siyah kernal then flash a new rom
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You can flash any rom personally i love cm 9 and it is safe to flash with cwm. I was worried the first time too
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Ok so i've downloaded paranoid android and gapps ive nandroid backed up i've efs backed up all thats left to do is flash pa lol is it defently safe using rachmet3 temp cwm.zip or should i download a new temp cwm or use permanent cwm through flashing siyah kernal. Just coz i have no pc to revive a bricked phone and i wont beable to check online for solutions as my phone will be bricked.
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You will need a pc if for example you flash a kernel and somethings not right.You cant get cwm, only download mode.
That happened to me when I flashed a siyah kernel.Phone was stuck and I couldnt boot into cwm.Only way to fix was boot to download mode and use odin/pc.
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Thanks for letting me know. I think i'l pass on a new rom for now then. Im gutted coz i really wanted to try pa rom it looks ace
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toonarmy4life said:
Thanks for letting me know. I think i'l pass on a new rom for now then. Im gutted coz i really wanted to try pa rom it looks ace
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I can help you from here, pretty simple
Within the next 30 mins, you should be running PA.
First, flash Siyah kernel with your temporary CWM recovery. Very safe
when you are done, let me know

[Q] Copy and Paste bug.

Hey guys n girls.
I've been experiencing a copy n paste bug on my device. It seems to have appeared after downloading an update of sorts after the main ICS update. I am running everything official. I am on 4.0.4 which is ICS I believe.
Has anyone else experienced such a problem and have you solved it?
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Sayo1337 said:
Hey guys n girls.
I've been experiencing a copy n paste bug on my device. It seems to have appeared after downloading an update of sorts after the main ICS update. I am running everything official. I am on 4.0.4 which is ICS I believe.
Has anyone else experienced such a problem and have you solved it?
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Uhm how does the bug behave? What happens?
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I thank those who give helpful comments
I expect the same from others.
Basically the process of copying/cutting text is fine. When I go to paste only a clipboard button appears. When I click the clipboard button nothing happens. It is extremely annoying
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Ive searched the forums n it doesnt seem to be a common bug. My phone is 100% official. It has been a while back and i unrooted it so i could do the official ICS update. I wiped the cache and delvik cache and reset everything. This is the only problem i have. That and sometimes i get thin black lines on my screen everynow n then but they seem to disappear after locking the phone.
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Is nobody having the same issue?
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Sayo1337 said:
Is nobody having the same issue?
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Sorry this particular issue is pretty unknown and most likely an issue with your particular firmware or maybe of the app you used, if the copy/paste bug appears in other apps also, then it's definitely a firmware problem, I myself have used ics stock and didn't have the mentioned problem as so do several others, I recommend you download an official firmware of your region and carrier(if any) and flash it via Odin, you don't need to worry about warranty as flashing stock won't trigger the flash counter, i recommend you follow a guide if confused as there are several available, or try custom firmwares to your tastes.
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I expect the same from others.
Thanks for your reply. Its a bug across everything. I use unbranded official firmware. Should I flash different firmware or the same? Attached is a screenshot of the About Phone menu if that helps.
Thanks for your time and patience
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Sayo1337 said:
Thanks for your reply. Its a bug across everything. I use unbranded official firmware. Should I flash different firmware or the same? Attached is a screenshot of the About Phone menu if that helps.
Thanks for your time and patience
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Its upto you to decide, if you have warranty, installing the same firmware is recommended, because most probably the problem will be with your installation on the device, not on your regional version of the firmware, but if it happens again then it's a problem with the regional version. So if after flashing your regional version you have the problem repeating, installing an unbranded stock of other regions like UK or Australia or India will solve your problem.
Have you checked for eMMc superbrick bug for your phone, if you have an insane or unsafe chip, don't flash stock ICS 4.0.4 because it's stock kernel contains the code for eMMc Cap erase command which will brick your phone on any type of wipe, reset, erase command and after a flash you will usually have to perform a factory reset to avoid a boot loop. You will have to use a lower version like stock 4.0.3 or gingerbread. I repeat don't perform a factory reset until you check your phone for brick bug (there's an app available in play store).
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king_below_my_lord said:
Its upto you to decide, if you have warranty, installing the same firmware is recommended, because most probably the problem will be with your installation on the device, not on your regional version of the firmware, but if it happens again then it's a problem with the regional version. So if after flashing your regional version you have the problem repeating, installing an unbranded stock of other regions like UK or Australia or India will solve your problem.
Have you checked for eMMc superbrick bug for your phone, if you have an insane or unsafe chip, don't flash stock ICS 4.0.4 because it's stock kernel contains the code for eMMc Cap erase command which will brick your phone on any type of wipe, reset, erase command and after a flash you will usually have to perform a factory reset to avoid a boot loop. You will have to use a lower version like stock 4.0.3 or gingerbread. I repeat don't perform a factory reset until you check your phone for brick bug (there's an app available in play store).
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There is no warrenty on the device so im not worried about it tbh. I've checked the chip using the "eMMc check" app on the app store and i have an insane chip. So the option is to flash 4.0.3 or earlier? Also would I have to factory reset / wipe data before flashing the old firmware?
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Ive flashed back to 4.0.3 then reupgraded to 4.0.4 seems to habe solved the problem rthank god for titanium backup pro. Just restored my stuff easy
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[Q] Updating With Another Country's Firmware

Hello, please, is it possible to download another country's official firmware from Sammobile and install on my Galaxy SII? Will I also be able to get official updates (like jelly bean 4.1.2) and install them in my country whenever updates are available in that country since i'm using that country's firmware?
I am still stocked with Android 2.3.5 and I really need to upgrade it to Android 4.0.4.
If it is possible to do so, please recommend a country from sammobile.com that I should download and install the firmware (preferably android 4.0.4) to my Galaxy SII. Thanks a lot.
evanef7 said:
Hello, please, is it possible to download another country's official firmware from Sammobile and install on my Galaxy SII? Will I also be able to get official updates (like jelly bean 4.1.2) and install them in my country whenever updates are available in that country since i'm using that country's firmware?
I am still stocked with Android 2.3.5 and I really need to upgrade it to Android 4.0.4.
If it is possible to do so, please recommend a country from sammobile.com that I should download and install the firmware (preferably android 4.0.4) to my Galaxy SII. Thanks a lot.
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try Kies for an update. Almost all countries have been upgraded to 4.0.3. and please don't install 4.0.4 it has got a super brickbug.
First of all, I really appreciate your quick response and advice.
When I used to try and update via Kies it tells me I'm using the latest update + I live in Nigeria and the latest update for Galaxy SII in Nigeria on Sammobile is android 2.3.5.
I recently upgraded my phone to the unofficial Galaxy SII's jelly bean, after I noticed a few irritating bugs, I decided to switch back to my stock 2.3.5. But there is one problem though, the baseband version is still I9100XXLS6 (the unofficial jelly bean baseband version), therefore, my Kies application cannot recognise it, it always says " Your device's current firmware version is not supported to update firmware via Kies" when I connect it to Kies. How can I change it back to the original baseband version to be able to use Kies?
There are pictures to confirm this. Thanks
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evanef7 said:
First of all, I really appreciate your quick response and advice.
When I used to try and update via Kies it tells me I'm using the latest update + I live in Nigeria and the latest update for Galaxy SII in Nigeria on Sammobile is android 2.3.5.
I recently upgraded my phone to the unofficial Galaxy SII's jelly bean, after I noticed a few irritating bugs, I decided to switch back to my stock 2.3.5. But there is one problem though, the baseband version is still I9100XXLS6 (the unofficial jelly bean baseband version), therefore, my Kies application cannot recognise it, it always says " Your device's current firmware version is not supported to update firmware via Kies" when I connect it to Kies. How can I change it back to the original baseband version to be able to use Kies?
There are pictures to confirm this. Thanks
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those few irritating bugs have been fixed by different developers, you can try a rom based on XXLSJ, which have these bugs fixed. Or you can even try Siyah Kernel v6 http://www.gokhanmoral.com/
How did you reverted back to Gingerbread. The correct is, Flash Official firmware download from www.sammobile.com with ODIN.
I reverted back to gingerbread using the backup I made previously before updating to the unofficial jelly bean. The backup still has the correct baseband, but I don't know why the unofficial jelly bean baseband version is still here. Do you think downloading and installing that from Sammobile will solve the baseband version issue? Thanks
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evanef7 said:
I reverted back to gingerbread using the backup I made previously before updating to the unofficial jelly bean. The backup still has the correct baseband, but I don't know why the unofficial jelly bean baseband version is still here. Do you think downloading and installing that from Sammobile will solve the baseband version issue? Thanks
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yes, flashing with ODIN will fix it, but it will wipe your current OS. Or else just flash your pervious modem with ODIN or through CWM.
Ok. Is it advisable to download another country's firmware? For instance one of India's Android 4.0.3 since you said 4.0.4 has issues that might cause break. Thanks
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evanef7 said:
Ok. Is it advisable to download another country's firmware? For instance one of India's Android 4.0.3 since you said 4.0.4 has issues that might cause break. Thanks
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to fix baseband issue, just flash the modem which you had previously.
yes you can install 4.0.3 from any country. Just change the CSC with https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.manniakk.cscselector&hl=en
Alright, thanks for your help. I really appreciate.
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Hi, I downloaded the official Android 2.3.5 (I9100XWKJ1_I9100OJVKJ1_I9100XXKI4_HOME.tar.md5 and SS_DL.dll) from Sammobile. It's quite different from the usual CODE, CSC and MODEM files from other firmwares. Please, how can i install this on my Galaxy SII using Odin? I've searched the web for that but all I saw was how to install the leaked version of Android 2.3.5.
NB: I downloaded that of Nigeria. Thanks
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Sorry, I forgot to ask if I must be rooted before installing the official Android 2.3.5. Thanks
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evanef7 said:
Sorry, I forgot to ask if I must be rooted before installing the official Android 2.3.5. Thanks
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No, ODIN doesn't require your phone to rooted.
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Thanks, but after successfully installing android 2.3.5, will I need to inter into recovery mode to delete all user data and wipe cache partition in wipe data/factory reset option and finally reboot it?
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evanef7 said:
Hi, I downloaded the official Android 2.3.5 (I9100XWKJ1_I9100OJVKJ1_I9100XXKI4_HOME.tar.md5 and SS_DL.dll) from Sammobile. It's quite different from the usual CODE, CSC and MODEM files from other firmwares. Please, how can i install this on my Galaxy SII using Odin? I've searched the web for that but all I saw was how to install the leaked version of Android 2.3.5.
NB: I downloaded that of Nigeria. Thanks
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Mobile odin does the trick without much of a problem.
Thanks, but after successfully installing android 2.3.5, will I need to enter into recovery mode to delete all user data and wipe cache partition in wipe data/factory reset option and finally reboot it?
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evanef7 said:
Thanks, but after successfully installing android 2.3.5, will I need to enter into recovery mode to delete all user data and wipe cache partition in wipe data/factory reset option and finally reboot it?
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Yes. You will have to do a factory reset from the recovery, otherwise you will get stuck on the Samsung logo.
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Alright, thank you so much for your reply. I'm really grateful.
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