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Hi all,
I want to flash the VillianRom, but I'm not sure if I'm able to use it. I'm using this stock firmware:
PDA:CEKI2
PHONE: XXKI1
Android 2.3.4
XEN (Netherlands)
I think I've to use the VillianRom 2.5, with the 2.3.4 base. It states XXKI4 though, so my question is if I can use it with my XXKI1?
Cheers
Yes you can, the firmware your phone comes with doesnt effect the rom, the version number listed for Villian rom just means which stock rom its based on, in this case VR2.5 is using 2.3.4 KI4.
You can flash VR3 which is 2.3.5 KI3 (yes samsung have stupid version numbers).
Dont worry about what you are starting with, but you will want to wipe data/cache so make sure to backup anything you dont want to lose first.
Thanks for the explantion! Didn't see any real requirement notifications in the villian rom thread, so thought better to ask first Nice to know it doesn't matter!
You can use KI1 or KI3..i choose KI3 to be honest i am getting better signals and wifi is stronger...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1277593
that might help you
Matriak31 said:
You can use KI1 or KI3..i choose KI3 to be honest i am getting better signals and wifi is stronger...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1277593
that might help you
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Thanks! I take it that it doesn't matter then which modem you use? As in no country restrictions? As the KI1 came with the Dutch stock firmware for me
Apekaas said:
Thanks! I take it that it doesn't matter then which modem you use? As in no country restrictions? As the KI1 came with the Dutch stock firmware for me
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Modem or kernel are all interchangeable .
jje
Hi,
I'm new on these forums so apologies in advance if I get things wrong.
I received my Galaxy S2 GT-I9100 on 2.3.4 with XXKI1 from Vodafone on Saturday, I have been getting used to using it after I switched from a *spit* iPhone 4.
Life story over, what I wanted to say was;
Since this is my first time using Android, I wanted to root my device and I was wondering what would be the best ROM to use, I was looking around on the forums and Villain ROM seems to be pretty good, so what file would I need to download? I have ODIN on my downloaded at the moment. And also and when Matriak31 said "You can use KI1 or KI3" what does this exactly mean? Because he then goes on to talk about the Wifi signal being stronger and I notice that my wifi has been pretty weak compared to my old phone.
Thank you very much
Buneetg said:
Hi,
I'm new on these forums so apologies in advance if I get things wrong.
I received my Galaxy S2 GT-I9100 on 2.3.4 with XXKI1 from Vodafone on Saturday, I have been getting used to using it after I switched from a *spit* iPhone 4.
Life story over, what I wanted to say was;
Since this is my first time using Android, I wanted to root my device
Root + CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
USE KI1
, I was looking around on the forums and Villain ROM seems to be pretty good, so what file would I need to download?
You need to read the VR rom instructions they give the files .
I have ODIN on my downloaded at the moment. And also and when Matriak31 said "You can use KI1 or KI3" what does this exactly mean? Because he then goes on to talk about the Wifi signal being stronger and I notice that my wifi has been pretty weak compared to my old phone.
One signal meter not very accurate two modems are interchangeable some rate KI1 modem as best .
jje
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Sorry what does that actually mean?
Thank you
Buneetg said:
Sorry what does that actually mean?
Thank you
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Hi Buneetg, ki1 ki3 are two of the available modems (=baseband) you can try.
To root your phone you can start by checking the link at post #8.
Then you can get the link to download VillainRom here (post #3).
But, seriously, if you don't know what file you have to download you probably should have a look first around the many guides and whatnot that have been posted here about root, roms, kernels, etc. imo.good luck.
Thank you I appreciate the help
got new s2 a few days ago which came ics 4.0.3 installed. noticed a few glitches so wanted to update to 4.04 (XXLPH) ive done this before on my previous phone so felt quite confident. it went thru the process and odin indicated i had succeeded. it was then that the phone wouldnt go any further than the spash screen (with the yellow exclamation mark). the screen then just goes blank. i can get into CWM mode and download mode.
can anyone give me any pointers please? really stuck here.
thanks
Your thread title and post content don't match. Did it happen after rooting or flashing LPH? After re-reading your post I would assume you have a non-stock kernel on there since you have the yellow exclamation mark. To get it to boot again, just flash your stock kernel, one of the newer CF-root kernels (I know this might seem odd, but it's worth a try), or one of the custom ICS kernels.
Why did you choose LPH anyway when there are newer? My suggestion would be to try a newer one.
Also, LPH is 4.0.3. Not 4.0.4.
One more thing; check your model number on the label under the battery. You're only got 1 post, and your profile is blank, so it's impossible to tell if you are maybe in the wrong device forum.
sorry for the confusion
sorry my terminologies arent spot on - i followed the instructions on a page on the android soul forum (sorry XDA wont let me post the link) which roots the phone and flashes the update at the same time.
i am definitely on an S2 (GTI9100).
should i just go back to odin now and install a new build? any recommendations for 4.0.4.
thanks again for your help.
martmoover said:
sorry my terminologies arent spot on - i followed the instructions on a page on the android soul forum (sorry XDA wont let me post the link) which roots the phone and flashes the update at the same time.
i am definitely on an S2 (GTI9100).
should i just go back to odin now and install a new build? any recommendations for 4.0.4.
thanks again for your help.
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There are no odin packages for 4.0.4. Samsung hasn't released a 4.0.4 package yet. They are currently up to DXLP9, which is still 4.0.3.
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martmoover said:
i am definitely on an S2 (GTI9100).
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Have to be sure... because there are over a dozen different model numbers for what Samsung markets as "Galaxy SII". GT-I9100 is just one of them.
links
folks, ive searched xda for dxlp9 and get a million links. is there a link i should use being in the uk? also do i have to use odin for this or can i install the zip from an sd card? sorry for being a pain.
oinkylicious said:
Your thread title and post content don't match. Did it happen after rooting or flashing LPH? After re-reading your post I would assume you have a non-stock kernel on there since you have the yellow exclamation mark. To get it to boot again, just flash your stock kernel, one of the newer CF-root kernels (I know this might seem odd, but it's worth a try), or one of the custom ICS kernels.
Why did you choose LPH anyway when there are newer? My suggestion would be to try a newer one.
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go as he says ,if u don kno things then read some post an for now flash the stock kernel,c if it runs good....ur posts r getting me confused.cheeeerz
rocky23 said:
go as he says ,if u don kno things then read some post an for now flash the stock kernel,c if it runs good....ur posts r getting me confused.cheeeerz
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again, apologies for the confusion. my phone is rooted using cf root. and its released by chainfire. i cant show u the link as its from another forum and xda wont let me post it. heres the opening paragraph which will hopefullly explain things better than i can.
It seems Chainfire never sleeps. No sooner than a new Samsung firmware comes out, he comes up with a new CF-Root kernel update for that firmware, pre-rooted and with clockworkmod recovery (CWM) installed. Well, he did it again. CF-Root is out for XXLPH, the latest Ice Cream Sandwich firmware leak for the Galaxy S2 i9100. And of course, we’ve got a guide right here to help you flash it and get root access.
now ive just put dxlp9 on my sd card - gone into cwm mode and installed it successfully. unfortunately the phone still goes off after showing the splash screen.
can anyone please in simple terms point me towards an update and whether i need to use odin or use zio from sd card in cwm.
thanks
rocky23 said:
go as he says ,if u don kno things then read some post an for now flash the stock kernel,c if it runs good....ur posts r getting me confused.cheeeerz
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ive reflashed the stock kernel - i now get the spash screen (minus exclamation mark) but it stays on the splash screen.
i cant helpthinking that this has happended because i have overwritted the official ROM with an unofficial one - i never had these problems at all when i upgraged to ics on my previous phone.
martmoover said:
ive reflashed the stock kernel - i now get the spash screen (minus exclamation mark) but it stays on the splash screen.
i cant helpthinking that this has happended because i have overwritted the official ROM with an unofficial one - i never had these problems at all when i upgraged to ics on my previous phone.
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At no point did you mention ever doing a full wipe... Have you tried that?
I'm a new user (quiet new...)
and I don't know if I can change my S II from CM9 to Samsung S II Official 4.0 LPG Rom?
I did a lot of research but still couldn't find the answer...
I watch people flashing their S II from 2.3.5 but no one using CM9...
Could someone answer me?
SiuSiuBilly said:
I'm a new user (quiet new...)
and I don't know if I can change my S II from CM9 to Samsung S II Official 4.0 LPG Rom?
I did a lot of research but still couldn't find the answer...
I watch people flashing their S II from 2.3.5 but no one using CM9...
Could someone answer me?
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Yes, just flash stock rom via Odin.
You can go back and forth to and from any rom you wish aslong as its for your device. Which means dont just flash any old **** to your device, read, learn enjoy.
Learn using some stickies
Wipe using cwm
Flash using Odin, but In my opinion flash lpd instead of old lpg
TheATHEiST said:
Yes, just flash stock rom via Odin.
You can go back and forth to and from any rom you wish aslong as its for your device. Which means dont just flash any old **** to your device, read, learn enjoy.
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Thanks for answering first~
"go back and forth to and from any rom"? Is that means I have to flash it back to 2.3.5 first? Using recovery?
atifsh said:
Learn using some stickies
Wipe using cwm
Flash using Odin, but In my opinion flash lpd instead of old lpg
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Wow! Many pro terms... What are 'Learn','Wipe' and 'Flash'?
And what are LPD and LPG,also LPF LPE somethings like that.
Is it just a model number?
OH MY GOD!
My post has a tick besides?!
No one will click on it and answer me again?
Help me please!!!
I don't know how to explain the word learn!
atifsh said:
I don't know how to explain the word learn!
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Haha!
So the other two words?
SiuSiuBilly said:
Wow! Many pro terms... What are 'Learn','Wipe' and 'Flash'?
And what are LPD and LPG,also LPF LPE somethings like that.
Is it just a model number?
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Learn basically saying to you to research what your after
wipe well basically clean everything to start again
flash basically how you add Rom to your device
LPD LPG LPF LPE are just random firmwares which are around and avaliable for your device
your model number check in settings>>about phone
make sure to flash correct to match your device gt-19100 or gt-19100G dont mix them up.
also you talk about CM9 check the thread for it but i would research it first
DJBoxer said:
Learn basically saying to you to research what your after
wipe well basically clean everything to start again
flash basically how you add Rom to your device
LPD LPG LPF LPE are just random firmwares which are around and avaliable for your device
your model number check in settings>>about phone
make sure to flash correct to match your device gt-19100 or gt-19100G dont mix them up.
also you talk about CM9 check the thread for it but i would research it first
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So, that means I could now flash my CM9 into Samsung 4.0 LPG Rom directly without turning back S II into 2.3.5 first right?
Can somebody answer me please ??????
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA
SiuSiuBilly said:
So, that means I could now flash my CM9 into Samsung 4.0 LPG Rom directly without turning back S II into 2.3.5 first right?
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Yes, as long as you read the instructions of installing CM9. People get problems after installation usually due to not properly installing.
Also it would be best to be patient for replies, instead of posting for an answer just 30 minutes later. Plenty of people wait for replies hours to days later.
Kaze105 said:
Yes, as long as you read the instructions of installing CM9. People get problems after installation usually due to not properly installing.
Also it would be best to be patient for replies, instead of posting for an answer just 30 minutes later. Plenty of people wait for replies hours to days later.
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Sorry for my impatient. Never be like this again, I promise.
when i was on 4.0.4 my wifi reception is awesome and i get full signals from distance..
but some reasons i have to downgrade 4.0.4 to 2.3.5..
but now my wifi reception is very poor.. i get only one signal from same distance where 4.0.4 get full..
help me..
madddyy said:
when i was on 4.0.4 my wifi reception is awesome and i get full signals from distance..
but some reasons i have to downgrade 4.0.4 to 2.3.5..
but now my wifi reception is very poor.. i get only one signal from same distance where 4.0.4 get full..
help me..
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Wi-Fi problems? Change your kernel
Anyway, why did you downgrade from 4.0.4? If you can tell me, then I might be able to assist
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
Jokesy said:
Wi-Fi problems? Change your kernel
Anyway, why did you downgrade from 4.0.4? If you can tell me, then I might be able to assist
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
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reason y i did this...!
when i was on 4.0.4 my galaxy's screen automatically on and off during sleep mode... thats why..
can you tell me y this???
nd kernel for 2.3.5??
Siyah kernel 2.6.14.
Sent from my Galaxy S2 GT i9100
madddyy said:
reason y i did this...!
when i was on 4.0.4 my galaxy's screen automatically on and off during sleep mode... thats why..
can you tell me y this???
nd kernel for 2.3.5??
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What was the firmware info of the 4.0.4?
Was it a custom ROM?
How did you upgrade to ICS, via Odin, kies or CWM recovery?
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
Jokesy said:
What was the firmware info of the 4.0.4?
Was it a custom ROM?
How did you upgrade to ICS, via Odin, kies or CWM recovery?
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
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it was I9100XWLPT official stock.....
and via Odin..........
Jokesy said:
What was the firmware info of the 4.0.4?
Was it a custom ROM?
How did you upgrade to ICS, via Odin, kies or CWM recovery?
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
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Bro. reply me..
madddyy said:
when i was on 4.0.4 my wifi reception is awesome and i get full signals from distance..
but some reasons i have to downgrade 4.0.4 to 2.3.5..
but now my wifi reception is very poor.. i get only one signal from same distance where 4.0.4 get full..
help me..
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Poor Wifi Signal can be caused by Wrong Kernels. You might need to try a different kernel. A small brief on available kernels..
1. CM10 Kernel - Amazing Battery, Moderate Performance
2. Siyah Kernel - Amazing Performance, Poor Battery
3. Dream Kernel
4. Dorimanx Kernel
Choose a Kernel that suits your need and try to flash it via CWM.
#Press Thanks button if I have helped you.
BlueArc said:
Poor Wifi Signal can be caused by Wrong Kernels. You might need to try a different kernel. A small brief on available kernels..
1. CM10 Kernel - Amazing Battery, Moderate Performance
2. Siyah Kernel - Amazing Performance, Poor Battery
3. Dream Kernel
4. Dorimanx Kernel
Choose a Kernel that suits your need and try to flash it via CWM.
#Press Thanks button if I have helped you.
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You didn't say a specific version for Siyah, but otherwise, these are all kernels that only work on ICS.
The guy already said he downgraded to 2.3.5.
madddyy said:
it was I9100XWLPT official stock.....
and via Odin..........
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Sorry for the late reply, I've very busy.
What problems were you facing after ICS upgrade?
Personally, I prefer ICS to Gingerbread and if you can tell me the problems you faced, it will be easier to assist you.
I believe you will enjoy ICS when it's properly setup than GB
Jokesy said:
Sorry for the late reply, I've very busy.
What problems were you facing after ICS upgrade?
Personally, I prefer ICS to Gingerbread and if you can tell me the problems you faced, it will be easier to assist you.
I believe you will enjoy ICS when it's properly setup than GB
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On ICS my galaxy's screen in sleeping mode blink for 6 time ...
mean to say that when i lock my screen then my screen automatically on and off for 5 to 6 times after 5 minutes break..
Jokesy said:
Sorry for the late reply, I've very busy.
What problems were you facing after ICS upgrade?
Personally, I prefer ICS to Gingerbread and if you can tell me the problems you faced, it will be easier to assist you.
I believe you will enjoy ICS when it's properly setup than GB
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on ICS my screen in sleeping mode automatically turn on and off for 6 time at a time...
Jokesy said:
Sorry for the late reply, I've very busy.
What problems were you facing after ICS upgrade?
Personally, I prefer ICS to Gingerbread and if you can tell me the problems you faced, it will be easier to assist you.
I believe you will enjoy ICS when it's properly setup than GB
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on ICS my screen in sleeping mode automatically turn on and off for 6 time at a time
The comparison has been generalised bro.. If you want a stable ICS ROM which can be used as a daily driver; head to Resurrection Remix 2.6.1
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app
BlueArc said:
The comparison has been generalised bro.. If you want a stable ICS ROM which can be used as a daily driver; head to Resurrection Remix 2.6.1
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app
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as if resurrection is a Samsung based Rom, not everybody wants Aosp ROM
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
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madddyy said:
on ICS my screen in sleeping mode automatically turn on and off for 6 time at a time...
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that's probably caused by
An app.
If you have a ROOT access on your gingerbread device, then you can upgrade back to a good ICS ROM (more will come later about this) without any need to for pc connection, just CWM recovery.
Let me know when you are ready
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
Jokesy said:
as if resurrection is a Samsung based Rom, not everybody wants Aosp ROM
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
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that's probably caused by
An app.
If you have a ROOT access on your gingerbread device, then you can upgrade back to a good ICS ROM (more will come later about this) without any need to for pc connection, just CWM recovery.
Let me know when you are ready
I have just Root my phone .. now i have CWM and i am ready for that Bro. ..
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Jokesy said:
as if resurrection is a Samsung based Rom, not everybody wants Aosp ROM
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
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that's probably caused by
An app.
If you have a ROOT access on your gingerbread device, then you can upgrade back to a good ICS ROM (more will come later about this) without any need to for pc connection, just CWM recovery.
Let me know when you are ready
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
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I have just Root my phone .. now i have CWM and i am ready for that Bro. ..
Jokesy said:
Sorry for the late reply, I've very busy.
What problems were you facing after ICS upgrade?
Personally, I prefer ICS to Gingerbread and if you can tell me the problems you faced, it will be easier to assist you.
I believe you will enjoy ICS when it's properly setup than GB
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hey bro. plzzz respond..
Maybe using sensible topic titles would help instead of idiotic ones like "HELP!!!!!!!"
Titles need to be descriptive, otherwise many people just ignore them. If you made some effort you may get better responses.
madddyy said:
hey bro. plzzz respond..
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-Download a Custom ICS Rom, i recommend Neatrom lite or Wanamlite rom (they are under android development section)
when you are done let me known
This is my new first android phone Samsung galaxy s2 I9100
Device info:
Build number:GINGERBREAD.XWKF3
Kernal Version:2.6.35.7 I9100 XWKF3
Android version 2.3.3
I have few questions:
1)Need procedure to root my device and install the custom ROM..
2)Which ROM is best?
3)can i back up my OS so that in case i need to revert back.
And finally i am a noob so details step by step procedure will be helpfull thanks
Thanks.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746794
First things first - Upgrade your phone to latest firmware using the official way: OTA or Samsung Kies application.
Next go through the infinite posts about rooting - pros and cons; and decide why you want to root. One wrong step and you may end up losing your phone forever.
link which you have give is for ICS users not fir GB...
How to Root
xDa_nightfury said:
link which you have give is for ICS users not fir GB...
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Do one thing..If you are not able to find the relevant thread directly in the forum use Google. Just type "how to Root galaxy S2+gingerbread 2.3.3" and you would most probably be directed to some thread in XDA itself.
Besides, dont worry, just follow the instructions word to word and you should be fine. Personal experience.
Press thanks if it helps.
xDa_nightfury said:
link which you have give is for ICS users not fir GB...
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Just update ur phone to ics using kies or ota.
What is the difference between updating GB to ICS and then rooting and
i am having GB and rooting the device??
Can't i just root and then install custom ICS OS??
Like the other guys say, upgrade to ICS and then root - I used this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
That root method is ridiculously easy.
xDa_nightfury said:
What is the difference between updating GB to ICS and then rooting and
i am having GB and rooting the device??
Can't i just root and then install custom ICS OS??
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I agree with Carlover and the others have to say.
Rooting on ICS is ridiculously easy as compared to GB. Thats the reason people are asking you to upgrade to ICS and then root.
xDa_nightfury said:
What is the difference between updating GB to ICS and then rooting and
i am having GB and rooting the device??
Can't i just root and then install custom ICS OS??
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If you like it this way then just find a rom that can be flash through odin then u r directly in ics + rooted..
Two important things for you to consider:-
1.dont upgrage to/flash stock 4.0.4 rom until you install a kernel like siyah etc.
2.dont ask "whats the best rom" questions.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
theunderling said:
Two important things for you to consider:-
1.dont upgrage to/flash stock 4.0.4 rom until you install a kernel like siyah etc.
2.dont ask "whats the best rom" questions.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
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I was thinking of upgrading from 2.3.3. to ICS and then use the method specified in my thread.
What is siyah?
xDa_nightfury said:
I was thinking of upgrading from 2.3.3. to ICS and then use the method specified in my thread.
What is siyah?
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Siyah is one of the best custom kernels for our phone, developed by an elite XDA developer
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
theunderling said:
Two important things for you to consider:-
1.dont upgrage to/flash stock 4.0.4 rom until you install a kernel like siyah etc.
2.dont ask "whats the best rom" questions.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
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I am in confusion now.
Kernal is a part of ROM right?
If i upgrade to ICS then i will have ICS kernal right?
Can you elaborate point 1?
My mobile current state is having GB...(i can upgrade it to ICS from service centre)
Steps which i think i should be doing
Method 1:
1)Upgrade it to ICS and root the mobile.
Once i get admin rights replace the kernal " siyah"
2)Take backup of current ROM
3)Install custom ROMS
method 2:
1)with current OS GB root the mobile
2)Replace the kernal
3)Backup OS
4)Install custom ROMS
Tell me steps are correct or Provide me the changes and the method which i should go for.
It's simple, root your current firmware by using the siyah GB version. After rooting, install titanium backup and backup every application. Before the titanium backup, install sms backup +, open it and click the backup button. It will now backup all your sms and your call log. You contacts should be synced with google. Now just download the ICS firmware to flash using odin. Flash it. Flash siyah through odin (ICS version). Now install titanium backup and sms backup +. Restore everything. Now you have ICS stock.
Whenever you flash the siyah kernel your phone will be rooted. Be careful not to use siyah GB with ICS and siyah ICS version with GB. They may brick your phone.
We are rooting your gingerbread so that you can backup all your apps using titanium backup which requires root.
That's pretty much it, enjoy your new phone.
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
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If you want to backup your entire current firmware, after rooting your gingerbread firmware, switch off the phone and press volume up + home + power button at the same time and keep holding them. They'll bring up a recovery screen (this is where you install roms backup entire roms/firmwares etc) go to backup and restore and backup.
Feel free to ask any questions.
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
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Best Rom doesn't actually exist. The thing is, everybody has different things they like in different roms. So I can't help you there.
Btw, I told you to get ICS using odin first so that you have a original firmware file of ICS available with you if you need it later. It's the longer procedure but It's good this way.
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
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I didn't describe the odin flashing methods. I'm assuming you've done some research on using odin. If you haven't, don't worry, just ask me and I'll help. Just make sure you've installed kies on your pc/laptop
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
Nasty_z said:
It's simple, root your current firmware by using the siyah GB version. After rooting, install titanium backup and backup every application. Before the titanium backup, install sms backup +, open it and click the backup button. It will now backup all your sms and your call log. You contacts should be synced with google. Now just download the ICS firmware to flash using odin. Flash it. Flash siyah through odin (ICS version). Now install titanium backup and sms backup +. Restore everything. Now you have ICS stock.
Whenever you flash the siyah kernel your phone will be rooted. Be careful not to use siyah GB with ICS and siyah ICS version with GB. They may brick your phone.
We are rooting your gingerbread so that you can backup all your apps using titanium backup which requires root.
That's pretty much it, enjoy your new phone.
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If you want to backup your entire current firmware, after rooting your gingerbread firmware, switch off the phone and press volume up + home + power button at the same time and keep holding them. They'll bring up a recovery screen (this is where you install roms backup entire roms/firmwares etc) go to backup and restore and backup.
Feel free to ask any questions.
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Best Rom doesn't actually exist. The thing is, everybody has different things they like in different roms. So I can't help you there.
Btw, I told you to get ICS using odin first so that you have a original firmware file of ICS available with you if you need it later. It's the longer procedure but It's good this way.
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I didn't describe the odin flashing methods. I'm assuming you've done some research on using odin. If you haven't, don't worry, just ask me and I'll help. Just make sure you've installed kies on your pc/laptop
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First of all thanks for helping this newBee...
1)I m scared of bricking my cell. So i dnt want to take single chance of doing so.
2)I can just upgrade to ICS free of cost from samsung sevice centre.
3)I am not getting a single reason to root the mobile at the cost of ICS..
It would have been the case of installing JB then i would have thought of.
Taking the backup of current GB doesnt make scence ....
What if my cell bricks may i use the backup of GB?
All the advices are welcome.
Thanks in advance..
Watever you do, don't upgrade to ICS v4.0.4. You can hard brick your device. 4.0.3 is fine. Very fine!
xDa_nightfury said:
First of all thanks for helping this newBee...
1)I m scared of bricking my cell. So i dnt want to take single chance of doing so.
2)I can just upgrade to ICS free of cost from samsung sevice centre.
3)I am not getting a single reason to root the mobile at the cost of ICS..
It would have been the case of installing JB then i would have thought of.
Taking the backup of current GB doesnt make scence ....
What if my cell bricks may i use the backup of GB?
All the advices are welcome.
Thanks in advance..
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Why don't you just update over-the-air? (I should have said this before the long post ) If you just want just ICS without root then go to settings, about phone, software update and update from there. 100% safe and you won't lose anything, all your apps and eveything will remain as it was.
After that IF someday you wish to root the phone for some AWESOME reason. Just flash Siyah Kernel. (ICS Version).
thanks
Nasty_z said:
Why don't you just update over-the-air? (I should have said this before the long post ) If you just want just ICS without root then go to settings, about phone, software update and update from there. 100% safe and you won't lose anything, all your apps and eveything will remain as it was.
After that IF someday you wish to root the phone for some AWESOME reason. Just flash Siyah Kernel. (ICS Version).
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Watever you do, don't upgrade to ICS v4.0.4. You can hard brick your device. 4.0.3 is fine. Very fine!
Updation on wifi will update to which version ??
I dont want to update to 4.0.4 because of the information which i got.
I will have no control over version of ICS getting installed if i do it on AIR.
What should i do?