Hi All
New to this forum and recently got a SG S2. I have read numerous times about eople rooting and unlocking thier mobile phones so that they can remove all the bloated rubbish you get with your phone. I have no idea how to root/unlock my phone, nor how the process really works. I dont want a scientific explanation of how rooting and unlocking works, just a simple terms and then a guide on how to do it on my GT-I9100 please?
I would like to downclock my S2 also whilst idle so as to preserve battery, can this be done?
thanks guys
Sure my friend. Sticked threads is all you need. Just search.
i9.0.1.3k galaxy imperator
My device is currently updated to android 4.0.4, can this be unlocked or rooted? Also do I need to just root my device, or does it need to be unlocked then rooted or vice versa?
thanks
$ilent said:
My device is currently updated to android 4.0.4, can this be unlocked or rooted? Also do I need to just root my device, or does it need to be unlocked then rooted or vice versa?
thanks
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Yeah.
Now search the forum.
Swyped from my Galaxy SII
Jokesy said:
Yeah.
Now search the forum.
Swyped from my Galaxy SII
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Great help....not.
$ilent said:
Great help....not.
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Everything you have asked is written in this forum, how do you think we know it. Please read the sticky threads its loads more convenient than typing it all out on a phone screen over and over again. That's why they are permanently stuck to top of screen. I'm new too with no background in this stuff, I did it, so I'm sure you can to. All the best my friend.
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Maybe your too important to search the forum.All us mortals had to do it when we joined.
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Hi,
I bought one galaxy s2 AT&T version from ebay.
And its not letting me enter unlock key at all.
On inserting my foreign sim card,it just reads,
network unlock key entered wrong multiple times. Contact service provider
Now what do I do to get this working?
Thanks guys.
drpratik said:
Contact service provider
Now what do I do to get this working?
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Asked and answered your own question.
drpratik said:
Hi,
I bought one galaxy s2 AT&T version from ebay.
And its not letting me enter unlock key at all.
On inserting my foreign sim card,it just reads,
network unlock key entered wrong multiple times. Contact service provider
Now what do I do to get this working?
Thanks guys.
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The easiest way would simply be to root the Galaxy S2, try using the zerg rush exploit and when you get root, everything is quite easy to do.
The long method will be going back to an earlier version of ROM that is directly rootable. Head over to the Galaxy S2 forums, there are tons of info on how to do that.
oinkylicious said:
Asked and answered your own question.
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The problem is I bought this phone in usa ebay and I am located in india.so no way to get help from AT&T usa.
Not even their customer.
Thank you.
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icedeocampo said:
The easiest way would simply be to root the Galaxy S2, try using the zerg rush exploit and when you get root, everything is quite easy to do.
The long method will be going back to an earlier version of ROM that is directly rootable. Head over to the Galaxy S2 forums, there are tons of info on how to do that.
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I will follow the rooting guide of chainfire.
Will that do?
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Root + CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
jje
drpratik said:
Hi,
I bought one galaxy s2 AT&T version from ebay.
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JJEgan said:
Root + CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
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Reading fail.
@OP, this is the I9100 forum, you do not have an I9100 and any advice people give you here is likely to be for the wrong device, like above, and likely to make your situation much worse.
oinkylicious said:
Reading fail.
Yep they post in the wrong forum so get wrong information i just answer his question with a link to Chainfire from his last post .
jje
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Wrong forum, AND it sounds like he bought a device that is locked due to the PIN being mis-entered too many times. Possibly a stolen or lost device that someone hocked on eBay to try to make money off a poor, unsuspecting soul. (The OP, in this case, unfortunately)
This is what I am suspecting.
I am filing paypal case tomorrow morning and I don't want to be wrong side of law.
WILL GALAXY SIII ROMS WORK ON AT&T GALAXY SKYROCKET , I WAS WONDERING CAUSE I WAS ABOUT TO FLASH SIII ROM ON MY GALAXY SII SKYROCKET?
SMH. No. Just no.
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freakyd9984 said:
WILL GALAXY SIII ROMS WORK ON AT&T GALAXY SKYROCKET , I WAS WONDERING CAUSE I WAS ABOUT TO FLASH SIII ROM ON MY GALAXY SII SKYROCKET?
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Short answer, no. Obvious reaaon, it's a completely different phone. Warning though, if someone sees this, they might blast you for not reading the basic rules of the forum.
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no..coz hardware is different...
dumb
definitely. you should always flash roms from one phone to the other cuz that's smart! smh can a mod please delete this thread? it makes me sad.
freakyd9984 said:
WILL GALAXY SIII ROMS WORK ON AT&T GALAXY SKYROCKET , I WAS WONDERING CAUSE I WAS ABOUT TO FLASH SIII ROM ON MY GALAXY SII SKYROCKET?
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If you do it let me know how it goes. Haha
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Guys, seriously, it's a yes or no question. Doesn't matter how you feel about it, just answer him/her without the BS.
SMFH. No!
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Guys, seriously, it's a yes or no question. Doesn't matter how you feel about it, just answer him/her without the BS.
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we dont have to consiideering his question is bs.
Move along, folks. Nothing to see here.
What is now the fastest most efficient way of rooting my friends Sprint Galaxy S2 (USA so I am assuming its i-777)?
Ultimately I simply want to root him first and install AOKP rom on his phone.
doesntmatterx said:
What is now the fastest most efficient way of rooting my friends Sprint Galaxy S2 (USA so I am assuming its i-777)?
Ultimately I simply want to root him first and install AOKP rom on his phone.
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#1 rule when flashing NEVER assume anything here is the right link.if it is Sprint Galaxy S2 make sure it is SPH-D710
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1281
snipe2nite said:
#1 rule when flashing NEVER assume anything here is the right link.if it is Sprint Galaxy S2 make sure it is SPH-D710
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1281
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It's sprint. NOT AT&T. You answered yourself in your post.
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Thanks that is where I was confused because it is labeled "Epic 4g". Thanks.
doesntmatterx said:
Thanks that is where I was confused because it is labeled "Epic 4g". Thanks.
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I totally understand, make sure you clink the link I gave you and that is "Samsung Epic 4G Touch "
Hi,
I've recently accuired the Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus (GT-i9105P) and I've been looking everywhere for a tutorial on how to root my device, but I've found nothing, mainly because I keep getting tutorial on other models similiar to the Samsung Galaxy S2. So my question is, how do I root the Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus?
Thanks in advance!
We got no idea
You are the first mebmer to ask that.
If it's no big deal, how much did you pay for it?
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gastonw said:
We got no idea
You are the first mebmer to ask that.
If it's no big deal, how much did you pay for it?
Sent from the little guy
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I think about 320 euro, I still remember that it was cheaper than the S2. But I have no idea on how to root it, so here I am. :silly:
Haiph0 said:
I think about 320 euro, I still remember that it was cheaper than the S2. But I have no idea on how to root it, so here I am. :silly:
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Yeah, is cheaper. Here they sell it for around 640 dollars.
It's too soon for that device, you might have to wait a couple of more weeks to get some intel regarding that matter.
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Don't flash anything that isn't intended specificly for your S2 plus.
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Haiph0 said:
Hi,
I've recently accuired the Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus (GT-i9105P) and I've been looking everywhere for a tutorial on how to root my device, but I've found nothing, mainly because I keep getting tutorial on other models similiar to the Samsung Galaxy S2. So my question is, how do I root the Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus?
Thanks in advance!
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I´m interested in rooting it too...
Haiph0 said:
Hi,
I've recently accuired the Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus (GT-i9105P) and I've been looking everywhere for a tutorial on how to root my device, but I've found nothing, mainly because I keep getting tutorial on other models similiar to the Samsung Galaxy S2. So my question is, how do I root the Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus?
Thanks in advance!
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This is the I9100 forum, A completely different device to i9105P. You wont find any info on rooting a non-I9100x here.
TheATHEiST said:
This is the I9100 forum, A completely different device to i9105P. You wont find any info on rooting a non-I9100x here.
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Well, I didn't see any section about the i9105P, so I thought asking it here would be the best option.
Haiph0 said:
Well, I didn't see any section about the i9105P, so I thought asking it here would be the best option.
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No as its a completely different device with different hardware. Use search for model number, You may find topics/forums which can help.
TheATHEiST said:
No as its a completely different device with different hardware. Use search for model number, You may find topics/forums which can help.
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I've already done that, haven't found anything so far.
Haiph0 said:
I've already done that, haven't found anything so far.
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Be patient, couple of more weeks and you'll be rooted.
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gastonw said:
Be patient, couple of more weeks and you'll be rooted.
Sent from the little guy
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Alright, I'll be patient, thanks for your advice!
Haiph0 said:
Alright, I'll be patient, thanks for you advice!
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Be good now.
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It might potentially be useful to look at attempts to root the Galaxy Grand (e.g. at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2134216) - that's based on the same Broadcom SoC as the S2 Plus so the software is pretty similar. I think they're not identical enough to flash files designed for one onto the other, but the steps to root it should be the same.
Excors said:
It might potentially be useful to look at attempts to root the Galaxy Grand (e.g. at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2134216) - that's based on the same Broadcom SoC as the S2 Plus so the software is pretty similar. I think they're not identical enough to flash files designed for one onto the other, but the steps to root it should be the same.
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I know the steps already, but the only problem is the firmware. It has been a few week, but no rooted firmware has been released for the Samsung galaxy s II plus (I9105p)
Root is now possible on the Galaxy S2 Plus thanks to chotu222.
For details see this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2168700
flor1n said:
Root is now possible on the Galaxy S2 Plus thanks to chotu222.
For details see this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2168700
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but there is no custom rom yet
Who here actually has an S2 plus? Can you tell me about your experience with the phone? Any issues or slowdowns?
Here is the situation my friend found what looks to be a AT&T Galaxy S2, but it had multiple locks on it. So i told him I could root it, do a factory wipe and it will be good as new. Easy right? Well it wasn't.
So I started by downloading the tar for the AT&T Galaxy S2 rooted it everything fine and did a factory wipe, but there still was a lock on the phone.
So I tried redoing the root and it bricked its self. But right before it bricked itself I saw GT-I9100. I decided then to just got to GalaxyS2Root.com and find the right .tar, then I rerooted it, did another factory wipe, and it worked. BUT WAIT only 4 buttons work.
Volume- works fine
Lock- works fine
Menu- works fine
Home- thinks it back
Back- doesn't work
Search- doesn't work
Recovery mode- Volume Up+Lock
Download mode- Volume Down+Lock
This layout is similar to the Galaxy S3.
So if you are lost let me sum it up. I have what looks like a AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777, that thinks it is Samsung Galaxy S II I9100 and has a button layout similar to the Galaxy S III.
P.S. I also need a free way to change the sim from at&t to t mobile
P.S.S. I AM A NOOB AND I AM PROUD
P.S.S.S. Sorry i couldn't post my pics the site wouldn't let me
wewonk said:
Here is the situation my friend found what looks to be a AT&T Galaxy S2, but it had multiple locks on it. So i told him I could root it, do a factory wipe and it will be good as new. Easy right? Well it wasn't.
So I started by downloading the tar for the AT&T Galaxy S2 rooted it everything fine and did a factory wipe, but there still was a lock on the phone.
So I tried redoing the root and it bricked its self. But right before it bricked itself I saw GT-I9100. I decided then to just got to GalaxyS2Root.com and find the right .tar, then I rerooted it, did another factory wipe, and it worked. BUT WAIT only 4 buttons work.
Volume- works fine
Lock- works fine
Menu- works fine
Home- thinks it back
Back- doesn't work
Search- doesn't work
Recovery mode- Volume Up+Lock
Download mode- Volume Down+Lock
This layout is similar to the Galaxy S3.
So if you are lost let me sum it up. I have what looks like a AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777, that thinks it is Samsung Galaxy S II I9100 and has a button layout similar to the Galaxy S III.
P.S. I also need a free way to change the sim from at&t to t mobile
P.S.S. I AM A NOOB AND I AM PROUD
P.S.S.S. Sorry i couldn't post my pics the site wouldn't let me
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This post just screams ignorance and laziness in every possible way.
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On your friend's behave, I thank you. Appreciate your help.
On XDA forum, don't try to be a hero
Easy right? No, it isn't if you haven't done reading.
Now, stop screwing your friend's phone.
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This post just screams ignorance and laziness in every possible way.
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I am not ignorant I listened to that video. I search for other post that might deal with my problem and tried posting in the phones forum but the site wouldn't let me. Yes I know ask for help on the the sim unlocker was lazy but i wanted a free way to do it so my friend doesn't have to spend any money and so I don't have to leave it rooted and let him mess his phone up. So how about I not listen to that video and not mark your post as helpful.
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On your friend's behave, I thank you. Appreciate your help.
On XDA forum, don't try to be a hero
Easy right? No, it isn't if you haven't done reading.
Now, stop screwing your friend's phone.
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Please answer this question for me and ill tell you if i read.
What is the difference between the Galaxy S3 GT-I9100 and the AT&T Galaxy S3?(Hint: the answer is how it looks)
wewonk said:
Here is the situation my friend found what looks to be a AT&T Galaxy S2, but it had multiple locks on it. So i told him I could root it, do a factory wipe and it will be good as new. Easy right? Well it wasn't.
So I started by downloading the tar for the AT&T Galaxy S2 rooted it everything fine and did a factory wipe, but there still was a lock on the phone.
So I tried redoing the root and it bricked its self. But right before it bricked itself I saw GT-I9100. I decided then to just got to GalaxyS2Root.com and find the right .tar, then I rerooted it, did another factory wipe, and it worked. BUT WAIT only 4 buttons work.
Volume- works fine
Lock- works fine
Menu- works fine
Home- thinks it back
Back- doesn't work
Search- doesn't work
Recovery mode- Volume Up+Lock
Download mode- Volume Down+Lock
This layout is similar to the Galaxy S3.
So if you are lost let me sum it up. I have what looks like a AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777, that thinks it is Samsung Galaxy S II I9100 and has a button layout similar to the Galaxy S III.
P.S. I also need a free way to change the sim from at&t to t mobile
P.S.S. I AM A NOOB AND I AM PROUD
P.S.S.S. Sorry i couldn't post my pics the site wouldn't let me
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Your friend "FOUND" and it "APPEARS" to be an AT&T GS2....try again...oh and enjoy....and the title speaks volumes. The device can't be confused, it doesn't make decisions, it puts out what's put into it.
wewonk said:
Please answer this question for me and ill tell you if i read.
What is the difference between the Galaxy S3 GT-I9100 and the AT&T Galaxy S3?(Hint: the answer is how it looks)
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I normally don't answer this kind of question/challenge but since you're newbie which I was once, I said this
GT-I9100 is the S2, not S3 hence I could care less about the GSG3.
Now if you want to talk about the S2 and its variants then the difference is googling the 2 models, search for images, put them side by side and play the "find the 7-point difference" game.
You downloaded a tar file and flashed it for the i9100. Which is the international version of the galaxy s2. The phone you have is the i777 galaxy s 2. So at least you're in the right place . Look at the member creepyncrawly's profile he had links to everything you need.
How about I reword the question: how do I get my GT-I9100 to match an AT&T galaxy s2 interface
Phalanx7621 said:
You downloaded a tar file and flashed it for the i9100. Which is the international version of the galaxy s2. The phone you have is the i777 galaxy s 2. So at least you're in the right place . Look at the member creepyncrawly's profile he had links to everything you need.
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Thank you for your help, but i tried flashing i777 galaxy s 2 version and the phone couldn't get past the Galaxy S2 animation.
wewonk said:
Thank you for your help, but i tried flashing i777 galaxy s 2 version and the phone couldn't get past the Galaxy S2 animation.
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Did you flash the stuff from that thread? You know, considering that we look down upon anything from GalaxyS2Root.com.
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Open the phone; pull the battery; read the label. What model is it?
Can someone please help me. I have spent the past 2 days trying to figure this out. I have a phone and there is almost no way this isn't a AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777. But it will only run on a Samung Galaxy S II GT-I9100 ROM. So If someone could tell me why this is and not criticize because I am a noob it would be appreciated.
Sincerely wewonk
creepyncrawly said:
Open the phone; pull the battery; read the label. What model is it?
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Sorry i didnt notice your post, but it say SGH-1777
wewonk said:
Sorry i didnt notice your post, but it say SGH-1777
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For your reference, it's a SGH-I777, an "I", letter I, not 1.
Good news that you are indeed in the right forum.
creepyncrawly will take good care of you.
votinh said:
For your reference, it's a SGH-I777, an "I", letter I, not 1.
Good news that you are indeed in the right forum.
creepyncrawly will take good care of you.
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Sorry I am so used to typing "I"9100
Oddly enough this issue could have been resolved by following the sticky threads. These questions have been asked 100,000 times on these forums.
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We'll no one has given me solution yet. And I spent a day look on the forums and didn't find anything useful.
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You need to return to stock. Follow the instructions for returning the phone to stock and you should be fine.
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wewonk said:
Thank you for your help, but i tried flashing i777 galaxy s 2 version and the phone couldn't get past the Galaxy S2 animation.
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If you are still at this stage, enter recovery and perform a wipe data/factory reset.
wewonk said:
Can someone please help me. I have spent the past 2 days trying to figure this out. I have a phone and there is almost no way this isn't a AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777. But it will only run on a Samung Galaxy S II GT-I9100 ROM. So If someone could tell me why this is and not criticize because I am a noob it would be appreciated.
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wewonk said:
Sorry i didnt notice your post, but it say SGH-1777
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Emphasis mine. If the bold statement is true, then it is probably because you did not perform a wipe data/factory reset. But which I777 Galaxy S2 version did you "try" to flash? and where did you get it? You need to give more details. No one can help without enough information.
wewonk said:
We'll no one has given me solution yet. And I spent a day look on the forums and didn't find anything useful.
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There is no entitlement mentality in the xda developer forums.
Red_81 said:
You need to return to stock. Follow the instructions for returning the phone to stock and you should be fine.
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This. Look at the links in my signature. Go to the Download Repository and scroll to the bottom. Install the latest stock firmware, I777UCLL6. Enter recovery and perform a wipe data/factory reset first.