Hi guys
I recently rooted my device so I could unlock it, but found out that it was blocked, so I took it to a phone shop, I got it unblocked and a new imei number, the phone isn't rooted anymore but still says modified
I want to go to stock, how would I do that?
I also want to know when I go back to stock, will the phone get blocked again and imei go back to the blocked one
Thx in advance
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Check out the stickies.. There's some helpful guides and how-to's. Stickies are marked by a pin at the top of the forum section
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Please search before you post and post such threads in the Q & A section next time.
Thread moved to Q & A section.
Guys can anyone help me with this
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don't you read the above 2 post ???
Try the "Firmware Upgrade and Initialization" in the Samsung KIES. It will reset everything according to your serial number provided.
However, I don't know whether it is helpful to you because I didn't experience the same before.
mohnim said:
Hi guys
I recently rooted my device so I could unlock it, but found out that it was blocked, so I took it to a phone shop, I got it unblocked and a new imei number, the phone isn't rooted anymore but still says modified
I want to go to stock, how would I do that?
I also want to know when I go back to stock, will the phone get blocked again and imei go back to the blocked one
Thx in advance
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Your phone sounds stolen. You changed the imei, which is illegal and its against xda rules.
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kofiaa said:
Your phone sounds stolen. You changed the imei, which is illegal and its against xda rules.
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Lol its not stolen
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Ten million how to posts on this forum .
Read the basics
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1927113
A reason for a blocked IMEI is one the phone is stolen or two network has blocked due to non payment .
jje
Flash stock ROM via Odin then use triangle away to reset binary counter.
halsaibai said:
Try using a program called " Triangle away "
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Stupid reply .
jje
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Is there a simple method to root galaxy S3?
what does no tripping flash counter mean? why are images required? will that reset phone to stock again?
nekrosoft13 said:
Is there a simple method to root galaxy S3?
what does no tripping flash counter mean? why are images required? will that reset phone to stock again?
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Pretty much any method is fairly streamline now. There's a root toolkit that does all the work for you, all you have to do is enter in a number that relates to the command when you run it. Be certain you are using the proper root method for your carrier and follow all instructions carefully.
Tripping the flash counter happens when you flash your recovery via odin. It triggers the built in counter in download mode to show that you have "tampered" with the device, and therefor can be refused warranty work. To avoid this, use either ADB through command line, or terminal emulator.
I usually don't post this..... but.....
DUDE READ
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Thank you. Will look for root toolkit.
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jjlean said:
I usually don't post this..... but.....
DUDE READ
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There is to much "chaos" on forum to many different methods, to many go here get this, go there for that etc....
Thats why i appreciate post above yours so guidance helps a lot especialy when your rooting your new device first time.
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nekrosoft13 said:
There is to much "chaos" on forum to many different methods, to many go here get this, go there for that etc....
Thats why i appreciate post above yours so guidance helps a lot especialy when your rooting your new device first time.
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I agree that there is a lot of posts all over the place but to all fairness, there is posts in this same section http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1722344 that shows you exactly what to do to root.
I agree that you NEED TO READ. If you aren't willing to do the research you're going to have an expensive brick instead of an amazing phone running Jelly Bean roms or whatever you choose.
Also, don't just rely on one thread. Read multiple so you see opinions and suggestions.
nekrosoft13 said:
Is there a simple method to root galaxy S3?
what does no tripping flash counter mean? why are images required? will that reset phone to stock again?
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Don't think it matters if you trip the flash counter any more there's an app to get rid of it Triangle Away. Also be careful many people have Lost there Imei# and now have a very expensive mp3 player. Might be a good idea to wait until they figure out how to back up imei first.
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nekrosoft13 said:
There is to much "chaos" on forum to many different methods, to many go here get this, go there for that etc....
Thats why i appreciate post above yours so guidance helps a lot especialy when your rooting your new device first time.
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I literally got my phone, read here for 30 min and had a rooted phone in 45 after the phone arrived. Bottom line is u didn't read. Don't give me that shot that there are so many threads. Check the stickies. It's right there man. Sorry to be a ****, but I can't stand lazy people.
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I think it's funny how quick everyone is to tell people to read - When there are likely many threads that you've started that a google search could've solved in 5 minutes. He had plenty of other questions that had nothing to do with how to root his device. Yes reading can help solve most of his issues, but when you have the possibility of turning a 600$ phone completely worthless, it doesn't hurt to ask questions.
Really, get over yourselves.
Good call I have spent probably a week reading not only this forum but others as well and find numerous conflicting methods for rooting. There's nothing wrong with asking that's why there's a questions forum to begin with.:thumbup:
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mobile Odin
Broadley1 said:
Good call I have spent probably a week reading not only this forum but others as well and find numerous conflicting methods for rooting. There's nothing wrong with asking that's why there's a questions forum to begin with.:thumbup:
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I bet you upgraded from iphone(like me). Coming to your question, it depends on the model you are on. Check this galaxys3root dot com . Max got videos for rooting all models of S3. They are pretty much simple. happy rooting!!!
Broadley1 said:
Good call I have spent probably a week reading not only this forum but others as well and find numerous conflicting methods for rooting. There's nothing wrong with asking that's why there's a questions forum to begin with.:thumbup:
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excactly thats why its called discussion board not reading board.
id_twin said:
Pretty much any method is fairly streamline now. There's a root toolkit that does all the work for you, all you have to do is enter in a number that relates to the command when you run it. Be certain you are using the proper root method for your carrier and follow all instructions carefully.
Tripping the flash counter happens when you flash your recovery via odin. It triggers the built in counter in download mode to show that you have "tampered" with the device, and therefor can be refused warranty work. To avoid this, use either ADB through command line, or terminal emulator.
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roottoolkit will trip your counter.
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nekrosoft13 said:
Is there a simple method to root galaxy S3?
what does no tripping flash counter mean? why are images required? will that reset phone to stock again?
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It is pretty straight forward. Make sure you have the drivers installed before rooting. In short, follow the instructions to the point. If you are worried about tripping your flash counter, there is a specific root method you follow. If you do not care, then you can use the tool kit. If you look through the posts in the development section, you will easily find it. PM me if you need help.
When I plug my phone into computer it finds my device drivers. Will that work or do I have to download them from the link provided?
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That will work. No need to download them
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jjlean said:
I usually don't post this..... but.....
DUDE READ
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Or at least search first... Lol
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id_twin said:
I think it's funny how quick everyone is to tell people to read - When there are likely many threads that you've started that a google search could've solved in 5 minutes. He had plenty of other questions that had nothing to do with how to root his device. Yes reading can help solve most of his issues, but when you have the possibility of turning a 600$ phone completely worthless, it doesn't hurt to ask questions.
Really, get over yourselves.
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well said
Hi all and hope not a silly question but can i software update on my rooted galaxy s3 and if i do will i lose my root? or how can i disable the software update as its annoying, many thanks from brian
You can software update your S3 as long as you have stock recovery. But you will lose root. You could update then reroot.
readbmr said:
Hi all and hope not a silly question but can i software update on my rooted galaxy s3 and if i do will i lose my root? or how can i disable the software update as its annoying, many thanks from brian
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Update and reroot with CF-Root
The real f-ing pain in my retarded ass is the work I have to put in to get my Darling to have the settings and wallpapers and all the personilized **** that defines my lost soul so that it will run my way.
Yeah yeah, I know all about Titanium and ****, but I would KILL for some invention that magically just updates and then *voil'a!*, and everything is MY way, just like I set the device the first time
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Huppen said:
The real f-ing pain in my retarded ass is the work I have to put in to get my Darling to have the settings and wallpapers and all the personilized **** that defines my lost soul so that it will run my way.
Yeah yeah, I know all about Titanium and ****, but I would KILL for some invention that magically just updates and then *voil'a!*, and everything is MY way, just like I set the device the first time
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Custom no wipe deodexed stock rom will .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1704185
jje
Can i software. Update after installing CWM recovery
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Thanx a ****load, never thought about those ROMs!
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Huppen said:
Thanx a ****load, never thought about those ROMs!
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I just used Wanams stock LG8 .
Flashed all apps settings folders in the same place .
jje
i thought any rom that changes the csc will wipe it
JJEgan said:
I just used Wanams stock LG8 .
Flashed all apps settings folders in the same place .
jje
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Everything worked like a charm ...
Thanx again, buddy!
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Hello, I'm new to XDA and saw this topic and have a question. I have a rooted GS3 and am runing 4.1.2 and I'm now being asked to update to kitkat. If I agree will I brick my phone or will I just lose my root?
Korak111 said:
Hello, I'm new to XDA and saw this topic and have a question. I have a rooted GS3 and am runing 4.1.2 and I'm now being asked to update to kitkat. If I agree will I brick my phone or will I just lose my root?
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I wanna know the same thing.. woke up to it this morning. Great question.
No one is asking you to update to kitkat, that version is not released by Samsung for the S3.
Only way to update if you are rooted is flashing or kies.
It's all in the general forum, sticky threads, go read and learn.
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boomboomer said:
No one is asking you to update to kitkat, that version is not released by Samsung for the S3.
Only way to update if you are rooted is flashing or kies.
It's all in the general forum, sticky threads, go read and learn.
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so instead of giving the answer or assisting, you waste just as much time explaining to us the search feature.. obviously he wouldn't ask if he knew what to do. get off your high horse.. jesus. I woke up with this morning with my phone asking me if i wanted to update to 4.3... so technically it is asking you to do something.. and if you read the question correctly he asked what would happen to his phone not how to go about updating..
You both need to read and learn instead of asking for an easy answer, which won't help you if you brick it through ignorance. You need to follow xda rules, search before posting.
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Jan Michael said:
so instead of giving the answer or assisting, you waste just as much time explaining to us the search feature.. obviously he wouldn't ask if he knew what to do. get off your high horse.. jesus. I woke up with this morning with my phone asking me if i wanted to update to 4.3... so technically it is asking you to do something.. and if you read the question correctly he asked what would happen to his phone not how to go about updating..
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Its xda rules to search before u ask.
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Korak111 said:
Hello, I'm new to XDA and saw this topic and have a question. I have a rooted GS3 and am runing 4.1.2 and I'm now being asked to update to kitkat. If I agree will I brick my phone or will I just lose my root?
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As per the thread title .
Rooted phone then OTA will fail and may require a new firmware flash via odin .
Hey guys,
I've recently bought the S3 from someone (2nd hand).
I would like to know if the IMEI of the device is legit and that it wasn't tempered with so i could in the future upgrade to JB..
can you help me out ?
Thanks in advance
Mike.
Firstly welcome to XDA.
Secondly, why do you think it isn't legal? At the top of this forum are some stickies which are available all the time for you to use. They cover a wide range of topics that are relevant to your new phone, not sure about imei number though!
Check out those stickies and hopefully most of your questions will be answered.
Have fun with your new toy
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You really helped him.... Noot
You could check on sites like this if it was stolen:
http://www.amta.org.au/pages/amta/Check.the.Status.of.your.Handset
To check if imei is changed is almost impossible on phone itself. But if you got papers from first buyer then on bill and on box should you find imei.
But would help if you tell your country.
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ask him for the box or receipt.
kies, using the serial number and imei you can see if it exists and if it's related to any specific carrier
alankstiyo said:
kies, using the serial number and imei you can see if it exists and if it's related to any specific carrier
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Hey,
Thanks for your reply.
so I should install kies and there's a function there that will tell me if my device is legit ? Where should i get the serial number from ?
loserp4 said:
Hey guys,
I've recently bought the S3 from someone (2nd hand).
I would like to know if the IMEI of the device is legit and that it wasn't tempered with so i could in the future upgrade to JB..
can you help me out ?
Thanks in advance
Mike.
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OK this is what I do with all my phones I buy 2nd hand....call Att or your carrier and give them the imei number that's under the battery...tell em that you are buying it from someone and u wanna make sure that its not blacklisted ...
2nd , press *#06# on the dialer and compare the imei number with the number under the battery
I actually got my s3 with a messed up imei ...either that or I messed it up on my first flash idk..fixed it with the tool here on xda and I'm up and running with full data speeds and works like a charm now
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Try this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30797809
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randong said:
OK this is what I do with all my phones I buy 2nd hand....call Att or your carrier and give them the imei number that's under the battery...tell em that you are buying it from someone and u wanna make sure that its not blacklisted ...
2nd , press *#06# on the dialer and compare the imei number with the number under the battery
I actually got my s3 with a messed up imei ...either that or I messed it up on my first flash idk..fixed it with the tool here on xda and I'm up and running with full data speeds and works like a charm now
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What tool did you use to correct/change your IMEI?
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You are only checking to see if the imei is correct right?
If so, dial *#06#, then check if it's the same one on the sticker on the back of the phone.
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^ What he says
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help me plss
randong said:
OK this is what I do with all my phones I buy 2nd hand....call Att or your carrier and give them the imei number that's under the battery...tell em that you are buying it from someone and u wanna make sure that its not blacklisted ...
2nd , press *#06# on the dialer and compare the imei number with the number under the battery
I actually got my s3 with a messed up imei ...either that or I messed it up on my first flash idk..fixed it with the tool here on xda and I'm up and running with full data speeds and works like a charm now
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hy...i have a problem.how did you restored your IMEI???plss help.
Stupid to hijack a very old thread that has nothing to do with your question.
Restore IMEI is as per XDA flashing rule two backup your EFS .
So simply restore your backed up EFS .
No backup service centre is your next step .
jje
Hi there.
I recently purchased an Galaxy S3 - i9300 from a guy and it's giving me headaches please help guys.
It was on Stock ICS 4.0.4 and working all good.
Once I flashed it with Stock JB 4.1.2 I couldn't make any more phone calls nor SMS ( GSM wasnt working). However data connection was working (I could go on WhatsApp, Skype etc).
I did a bit of research and it just turns out I bought a phone that was GSM locked. The IMEI it had before I flashed it wasn't the original IMEI and somehow it worked. Now that I flashed it with Stock JB I think it reset the IMEI back to the original one.
I know talking about IMEI change is forbidden to some extend but my question is this :
- Is there anyway for me to get my phone unlocked with the current original IMEI on Stock JB ?
- Would flashing a Stock Rom from a specific region solve the problem ? I flashed the first rom in this link from the forum, the one from Singapore - Asia.
- If not, what is the appropriate course of action here ?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I'm from South Africa and my carrier is Cell C.
Thanks.
Sure there should be a website to check if a phone is imei blocked. If so its an expensive paperweight...that is it.
Keep it legal.
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If data connection is working then perhaps it's not a problem due to IMEI?
Could it be SMS setting error?
Because I have come across very same problem on a Galaxy Ace which phone call, data connection, all work except SMS can't receive and send...
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qtwrk said:
If data connection is working then perhaps it's not a problem due to IMEI?
Could it be SMS setting error?
Because I have come across very same problem on a Galaxy Ace which phone call, data connection, all work except SMS can't receive and send...
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Phone calls don't work on this one. It says emergency calls only and when I tried to make a phone call it says "Device not registered on the network".
What does your imei start with?
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markie32 said:
What does your imei start with?
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Original phone's IMEI : 353************
Previous IMEI on ICS : 353************
pstevek said:
Original phone's IMEI : 353************
Previous IMEI on ICS : 353************
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First delete the IMEI nr. In your post.
Make them something like :
353*******
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Well if it wasn’t already, it sure is useless now! Hurry up and delete the number off the post buddy
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Argh... Sorry about that, honest mistake.
My apologies...
coolhof said:
First delete the IMEI nr. In your post.
Make them something like :
353*******
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OP would be very grateful for your advice,but could you follow it by yourself?
@OP: it seems to me that you have bought a phone from guy, who previously claimed it as stolen, or from the thief himself.
You have two options:
1. return the phone directly, kindly kicking his smartass;
2. return the phone via police claiming that you are the fraud victim.
Hi guys,
Last month i bought galaxy s3 shv-e210s 4G LTE from south korea. when i came back home to Palestine (Jerusalim), the mobile start to face problems in making an receiving calls...for example when someone try to call me my device will be unreachable, and when i try to call someone the device will show only dialling status and wont go to alerting, so i have to restart my mobile every half an our to keep making and receiving calls.
Our carrier name: Jawwal and its only 2.5G not even 3G
I changed the mobile network mode to 3G only because there is no lower than this but still the same problem.
Please guys help me i am frustrated..
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This is the international forum so you've posted in the wrong place. If you use the /!\ to report the thread, a mod can move it for you
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Thank u rootSU for ur reply, but would u mind to direct me to the right place to post my my problem?
Regarding the triangle i dont get on my device, the device can recognise completely our carreier!!
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milan guy said:
Thank u rootSU for ur reply, but would u mind to direct me to the right place to post my my problem?
Regarding the triangle i dont get on my device, the device can recognise completely our carreier!!
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I dont know the correct place. I dont know all the S3 model forums but the mods do.
Plus you shouldn't repost. Just get the mods to move it using the /!\ button in the top right corner of your post
Thank u rootSU for ur reply, but would u mind to direct me to the right place to post my my problem?
Regarding the triangle i dont get on my device, the device can recognise completely our carreier!!
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See SHV-E210S thread in the General section .
jje