Please advise on rooting - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Sorry to join the chorus of noobs asking for rooting advice when there are vids and threads galore, but I am finding this all confusing.
I have got my new S3 from the UK network Three, it is of the following spec:
Model Number = GT-I9300
Android Version = 4.0.4
Baseband version = I9300XXLH1
I would be grateful if someone could advise me of the simplest method I should use for rooting as I am confused.
I would love to also hear any suggestions on custom roms but obviously that is a secondary request!
Thanks to anyone who wouldn't mind advising me! :silly:

read the stickies in the general i9300 forum. All your questions will be answered there (including a step bu step rooting guide)
the only way that you can mess it up is if you think you're smarter than the guide and not follow it properly.
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wetfoot said:
Sorry to join the chorus of noobs asking for rooting advice when there are vids and threads galore, but I am finding this all confusing.
I have got my new S3 from the UK network Three, it is of the following spec:
Model Number = GT-I9300
Android Version = 4.0.4
Baseband version = I9300XXLH1
I would be grateful if someone could advise me of the simplest method I should use for rooting as I am confused.
I would love to also hear any suggestions on custom roms but obviously that is a secondary request!
Thanks to anyone who wouldn't mind advising me! :silly:
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Just use mskip's s3 toolkit 6.0. Don't worry the toolkit is fool proof.
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EtienneBordeaux said:
Just use mskip's s3 toolkit 6.0. Don't worry the toolkit is fool proof.
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Thank you very much for your reply, unfortunately that method does not have the build version of my phone (IMM76D.I9300XXBLG8) on the list (it has XXBLG9 though lol).
Going to try XXBLG9 as it seems this is the suggestion in the tools thread. It is funny how in all these noob proof threads I follow to root my devices I always end up taking leaps of faith! I wish I had more acumen for this stuff!
Thank you very much for putting me on the right track all the same, I appreciate it!

wetfoot said:
Thank you very much for your reply, unfortunately that method does not have the build version of my phone (IMM76D.I9300XXBLG8) on the list (it has XXBLG9 though lol).
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Just read the instructions on the toolkit. It says to choose the closest build if you cant find yours. Goodluck!
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EtienneBordeaux said:
Just use mskip's s3 toolkit 6.0. Don't worry the toolkit is fool proof.
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EtienneBordeaux said:
Just read the instructions on the toolkit. It says to choose the closest build if you cant find yours. Goodluck!
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Thank you very much! All rooted now
Wish you all the best in your future phone endevours too! :good:
...Now off to find a nice ROM

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how can i upgrade my phone

my sister gave me a phone samsung galaxy s2 i wanted to upgrade it to 4.0 but kies cannot identify the firmware i found out that the phone was rooted here is the info on the setting about phone
model number: GT-I9100
ANDROID VERSION: 2.3.3
BASEBAND:M250K.UB23.1040.KT
KERRNEL:2.6.35.7-I9100XWKDD-CL161513 [email protected] #2
BUILD NUMBER:GINGERBREAD.XWKDF
and when i dial *#1234# the info is
PDA:I9100XWKDF
PHONE:M250K.UB23.1040.KT
CSC:UNKNOWN
BUILD INFO:FRI APRIL 29 08:31:21 KST 2011
can i upgrade my phone to 4.0?
can someone point me to the right direction i a bit lost i don't know what to do help would be appreciated
You can upgrade it and there is plenty of threads here about it. I suggest you to read more before doing anything.
Basically if your phone is rooted, get Odin, download ROM you want and flash it according to instructions.
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i have all the tutorials i need i just want to know if i can use any firmware for s2 i saw a firmware the OXALPQ can i use it?
eloelo22 said:
i have all the tutorials i need i just want to know if i can use any firmware for s2 i saw a firmware the OXALPQ can i use it?
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No.
If you have all the tutorials you need then follow them.
End of topic.
PS: if you have a clear question then ask it first but dont reply to someone helping you by "I have all the tuto I need" but I have X or Y question.
It works like this here: you ask a clear question nicely, you will probably get a clear answer.
Anyway your topic sucks because that's a lack of respect for all those who bothered putting a tutorial to explain how to do.
You can not use a basic search and yet want to "upgrade your phone"??
htchd2sucks said:
No.
If you have all the tutorials you need then follow them.
End of topic.
PS: if you have a clear question then ask it first but dont reply to someone helping you by "I have all the tuto I need" but I have X or Y question.
It works like this here: you ask a clear question nicely, you will probably get a clear answer.
Anyway your topic sucks because that's a lack of respect for all those who bothered putting a tutorial to explain how to do.
You can not use a basic search and yet want to "upgrade your phone"??
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all i am asking is can i use any firmware is that how you answer a question..well i have done the search and it is not definite if which firmware i can use and you to suck because you don't consider beginners **** you
eloelo22 said:
all i am asking is can i use any firmware is that how you answer a question..well i have done the search and it is not definite if which firmware i can use and you to suck because you don't consider beginners **** you
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Others dont consider begginers here. Me too was welcomed like this....
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eloelo22 said:
i have all the tutorials i need i just want to know if i can use any firmware for s2 i saw a firmware the OXALPQ can i use it?
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You can flash any ROM designed for your phone model. You might want to use one which is released for your region so your modem works well.
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eloelo22 said:
my sister gave me a phone samsung galaxy s2 i wanted to upgrade it to 4.0 but kies cannot identify the firmware i found out that the phone was rooted here is the info on the setting about phone
model number: GT-I9100
ANDROID VERSION: 2.3.3
BASEBAND:M250K.UB23.1040.KT
KERRNEL:2.6.35.7-I9100XWKDD-CL161513 [email protected] #2
BUILD NUMBER:GINGERBREAD.XWKDF
and when i dial *#1234# the info is
PDA:I9100XWKDF
PHONE:M250K.UB23.1040.KT
CSC:UNKNOWN
BUILD INFO:FRI APRIL 29 08:31:21 KST 2011
can i upgrade my phone to 4.0?
can someone point me to the right direction i a bit lost i don't know what to do help would be appreciated
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The M250K in your baseband version makes me think this is a Korean variant? Personally I'd probably ask a question in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1097347 before flashing anything.
eloelo22 said:
my sister gave me a phone samsung galaxy s2 i wanted to upgrade it to 4.0 but kies cannot identify the firmware i found out that the phone was rooted here is the info on the setting about phone
model number: GT-I9100
ANDROID VERSION: 2.3.3
BASEBAND:M250K.UB23.1040.KT
KERRNEL:2.6.35.7-I9100XWKDD-CL161513 [email protected] #2
BUILD NUMBER:GINGERBREAD.XWKDF
and when i dial *#1234# the info is
PDA:I9100XWKDF
PHONE:M250K.UB23.1040.KT
CSC:UNKNOWN
BUILD INFO:FRI APRIL 29 08:31:21 KST 2011
can i upgrade my phone to 4.0?
can someone point me to the right direction i a bit lost i don't know what to do help would be appreciated
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U might try downloading the ROM for ur device, then follow this steps:
1. Copy the ROM to Ur memory
2. Put in into Recovery Mode (when the phone is booting press (VOLUME UP + HOME)
3. Depending of the ROM u gonna flash u ll follow the steps for the installation, but remember before flashing any ROM different to the one u already have always WIPE DATA TO FACTORY.
4. Flash the ROM
5. Restart
Note: Ur phone doesn't need to be rooted to change the ROM
droidstarxx said:
Others dont consider begginers here. Me too was welcomed like this....
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The website is called xda developers,not xda beginners. Pretty much everybody is writing tutorials and ROMs etc is doing it on their own time,for free. That time they have spent is a lot longer than the time it would take you to read a little and understand exactly what you need. So many people manage to change their firmware every day thanks to this site,without clogging up the message board with the same question that god knows how many people have already pointlessly posted this week alone.
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scissors_cut_paper said:
The website is called xda developers,not xda beginners. Pretty much everybody is writing tutorials and ROMs etc is doing it on their own time,for free. That time they have spent is a lot longer than the time it would take you to read a little and understand exactly what you need. So many people manage to change their firmware every day thanks to this site,without clogging up the message board with the same question that god knows how many people have already pointlessly posted this week alone.
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Anyway i learned here hehehehe
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People that dont want to help why do you even bother to come to this thread?
-Grift- said:
People that dont want to help why do you even bother to come to this thread?
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Yeah haha true . I don't know where they learn how to tinker their phones haha.
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"Reading" and "Searching"
droidstarxx said:
Yeah haha true . I don't know where they learn how to tinker their phones haha.
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See above post. In the time its taken you to prattle on about how unhelpful people are and irritate them,you probably could have read enough to learn what you're doing,same as most people. And the reason I saw this thread was shockingly enough because I was reading. Weird that.
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Ok, enough. The OP needs to study up, and the rest of you need to move on

Please Help!! Best way to root Galaxy S3 ?

Hey guys
first of all seems like this is the best forum for android
i'm totally new to android i had iphone 4 before
finally got bored of that ****
and switched to android and liking it so far
so which is the best way to root galaxy s3 international/GSM version 32 GB
Thanks for your help!
cf-root by chainfire
The best & easiest way for you to root your S3 is by using SAMSUNG GALAXY S3 TOOLKIT.
Here's the thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
Download link : http://www.mediafire.com/?595yddvs38ryci5
XeactorZ said:
cf-root by chainfire
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Thanks for the reply!
is this the one you talking about
androidnz .net/2012/06/at-your-own-risk-how-to-root-your.html [Remove space]
also is it totally updated guide for GT-I9300?
as i just got my S3 don't wanna risk
CF-root by Chainfire
Thanks for replies
which one is safest for new user?
GalaxyS3III94 said:
Thanks for replies
which one is safest for new user?
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CF root .
jje
JJEgan said:
CF root .
jje
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Alright thanks
i'm gonna give it a shot
last question which one should i try one mentioned by @mopral or this one androidnz .net/2012/06/at-your-own-risk-how-to-root-your.html [Remove space]
GalaxyS3III94 said:
Alright thanks
i'm gonna give it a shot
last question which one should i try one mentioned by @mopral or this one androidnz .net/2012/06/at-your-own-risk-how-to-root-your.html [Remove space]
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This is XDA f5555555555555 knows what some other forum is posting ask them .
jje
JJEgan said:
This is XDA f5555555555555 knows what some other forum is posting ask them .
jje
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Dont get angry
just came across that guide
that guide links to here so i asked if i should try that one or by chainfire
If i use cf root to root my galaxy s3 i9300 will i be able to flash a custom rom? It says that the cf root was intended to be used with stock firmware in the main thread. Also how safe is it? If i follow the steps exactly as instructed what are the chances the phone will brick?
Thanks
GalaxyS3III94 said:
Hey guys
first of all seems like this is the best forum for android
i'm totally new to android i had iphone 4 before
finally got bored of that ****
and switched to android and liking it so far
so which is the best way to root galaxy s3 international/GSM version 32 GB
Thanks for your help!
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Either Use this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
Or Flash CF Root by chainfire.
Aklesunio said:
If i use cf root to root my galaxy s3 i9300 will i be able to flash a custom rom? It says that the cf root was intended to be used with stock firmware in the main thread. Also how safe is it? If i follow the steps exactly as instructed what are the chances the phone will brick?
Thanks
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Yes you will.
It means it is meant to be used to root a stock Rom, after that you can do what you like. Cf root is extremely safe if you follow the instructions, which are very simple. If you do that you won't brick your phone
slaphead20 said:
Yes you will.
It means it is meant to be used to root a stock Rom, after that you can do what you like. Cf root is extremely safe if you follow the instructions, which are very simple. If you do that you won't brick your phone
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Thanks for your quick reply. I have one more question though. Does it matter that my phone is locked and carrier branded? I always thought it had to be fully unlocked and unbranded to root and stuff. Thanks!
Aklesunio said:
Thanks for your quick reply. I have one more question though. Does it matter that my phone is locked and carrier branded? I always thought it had to be fully unlocked and unbranded to root and stuff. Thanks!
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No, you only need to unlock if you want to use a different network, won't affect it otherwise
My question is after rooting and not changing anything else will you still be able to get the updates. I remember with the bionic I cou ld but not with the tbolt.
are you carrier branded as in US Carrier branded or something else?
If you're talking about a US Carrier branded phone, then you're in the wrong place. This is specifically for the i9300, not any other version. There are appropriate forums for your specific phone.
If you do have the i9300, then do as slaphead says. you're all set.
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mputtr said:
are you carrier branded as in US Carrier branded or something else?
If you're talking about a US Carrier branded phone, then you're in the wrong place. This is specifically for the i9300, not any other version. There are appropriate forums for your specific phone.
If you do have the i9300, then do as slaphead says. you're all set.
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He specifically says he has an 'International I9300 32GB'
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srivas95 said:
He specifically says he has an 'International I9300 32GB'
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Oopsie daisy.... I could've sworn I read the whole thread from start to end.. Not sure how I missed that..
I think the word "carrier branded" set of red flags in my head since I was only recently reading about someone who tried to flash an i9300 rom with their sprint s3.
just wanted to make sure and not have to see another brick.
mputtr said:
Oopsie daisy.... I could've sworn I read the whole thread from start to end.. Not sure how I missed that..
I think the word "carrier branded" set of red flags in my head since I was only recently reading about someone who tried to flash an i9300 rom with their sprint s3.
just wanted to make sure and not have to see another brick.
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Haha okay
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[Q] Noob question about rooting my phone

i have a samsung galaxy s2 with the gingerbread 2.3.6 and model number SCH-R760 and build number is XARFI24. i have not been able to find a root tutorial for this version. can anyone help please. thank you
As I'm nice, I did a bit of research, and it appears it uses the exynos chip, so any standard rooting tutorial will work, do a search.
Although, it was on the US cellular website, so if you root and it turns out its a TI-OMAP chip, don't blame me.
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gokitty199 said:
i have a samsung galaxy s2 with the gingerbread 2.3.6 and model number SCH-R760 and build number is XARFI24. i have not been able to find a root tutorial for this version. can anyone help please. thank you
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First off, look where questions go! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1763193
Secondly, dial *#1234# and post results.
You need to read the stickies first, that is what they are there for.
gokitty199 said:
i have a samsung galaxy s2 with the gingerbread 2.3.6 and model number SCH-R760 and build number is XARFI24. i have not been able to find a root tutorial for this version. can anyone help please. thank you
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Wrong forum kiddo.
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themadba said:
First off, look where questions go! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1763193
Secondly, dial *#1234# and post results.
You need to read the stickies first, that is what they are there for.
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heres what i got when i typed in *#1234# sorry it took forever for a reply
Yep, you're in the wrong forum
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You can thank me if i helped you
DubAholic said:
Yep, you're in the wrong forum
Sent from my gt-i9100 powered by dorimanx & P.A.C.
You can thank me if i helped you
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it was already moved lol
No, you don't have an international galaxy s2, you have us variant, so you're in the wrong forum
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DubAholic said:
No, you don't have an international galaxy s2, you have us variant, so you're in the wrong forum
Sent from my gt-i9100 powered by dorimanx & P.A.C.
You can thank me if i helped you
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can u send me a link to the right fourm? im new to this site and have no clue what us variemt means
Search for your device name on google, i'm not sure what variant you have & i don't want to be the cause of you bricking your device by flashing a wrong kernel
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gokitty199 said:
can u send me a link to the right fourm? im new to this site and have no clue what us variemt means
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here you go http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1928566

[Q] Rooting

hiiiii,
please i want to know how can i root my GS3 ( international ) never been rooted ?!?!?!?
Maybe this will help
http://galaxys3root.com/galaxy-s3-root/how-to-root-galaxy-s3-jelly-bean-or-ics/
Danny044 said:
Maybe this will help
http://galaxys3root.com/galaxy-s3-root/how-to-root-galaxy-s3-jelly-bean-or-ics/
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No. This method gives a recovery that could allow the phone to get bricked. It is no longer supported
OP, please read "[ref] read before rooting" in my signature first.
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rootSU said:
No. This method gives a recovery that could allow the phone to get bricked. It is no longer supported
OP, please read "[ref] read before rooting" in my signature first.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk 4 Beta
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I rooted it that way and everything is fine so I posted it, didn't now that it could brick the phone...sorry, my bad
boodey said:
hiiiii,
please i want to know how can i root my GS3 ( international ) never been rooted ?!?!?!?
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really? do you believe that you're the first person to ask for a rooting guide? you're not, which means you shouldn't have posted, but instead followed one of the guides on xda, which are easily found. hell, there's a link on the section list page.
Danny044 said:
I rooted it that way and everything is fine so I posted it, didn't now that it could brick the phone...sorry, my bad
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Depends when you rooted. The bug was only identified in November and fixes only released in January
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Really you should follow an xda guide, no point in linking to another site....if you have a query about their method you should address them, I can guarantee their method is copy/paste or rewrite of an xda post anyway.
Glebun said:
really? do you believe that you're the first person to ask for a rooting guide? you're not, which means you shouldn't have posted, but instead followed one of the guides on xda, which are easily found. hell, there's a link on the section list page.
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i don't why are you talking like that but i'm really new to xda but anyway that's my fault and thnx man for your Nice !!!!!!!!!!!! way in talking
boodey said:
i don't why are you talking like that but i'm really new to xda but anyway that's my fault and thnx man for your Nice !!!!!!!!!!!! way in talking
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There's no point replying to him. He has been banned from XDA
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Hi there,
You might want to check out samsung galaxy III toolkit here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488.
It is a fairly easy to understand command tool which will root your phone and also install custom recovery (which is essential IMO if you want to try different ROMs later on).

[Q] 4 parts Official Android ICS

Dear friends
I need help here,, I need 4 parts official Android ICS 4.1.2 to install it because i have a WiFi problem that requires this type of installation according to some articles
Can you please guide me where i can download it??
Thanks
What guide exactly were you following? Whatever it is, I'd love to see the guide that says 4.1.2 is ICS. Its not, it's JB. So do you want 4.1.2 or 4.0.3? No matter, download if from Samfirmware.
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thnx
Hopper8 said:
What guide exactly were you following? Whatever it is, I'd love to see the guide that says 4.1.2 is ICS. Its not, it's JB. So do you want 4.1.2 or 4.0.3? No matter, download if from Samfirmware.
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thnx my friend for the help,,, but no need to be hard on people how are new in this field,, I will follow your advice.
sandarosy said:
thnx my friend for the help,,, but no need to be hard on people how are new in this field,, I will follow your advice.
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No harshness intended at all mate. If I was being harsh, I wouldn't have told you where to download the firmware from, I answered your question.
A little pointer such as I posted will not hurt at all. Please double check what you post before posting. I for one am put off helping someone if the basic info is incorrect. Hence, no harshness intended, just a little pointer to get your facts straight.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2216176
Some firmwares like this have torrent links. Check the build number as per your requirement and flash.
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Hopper8 said:
No harshness intended at all mate. If I was being harsh, I wouldn't have told you where to download the firmware from, I answered your question.
A little pointer such as I posted will not hurt at all. Please double check what you post before posting. I for one am put off helping someone if the basic info is incorrect. Hence, no harshness intended, just a little pointer to get your facts straight.
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I do not know exactly what is the problem with my phone my friend !! is it a hardware or software problem??
My WiFi is not turning on most of the time,, and if turned on; then it will enter an endless scanning with no capture..
but actually,, I tried to install official gingerbread 2.3 and it worked fine,, then, when i installed official 4.1.3 then custom rom, the problem started again.. any suggestions ?

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