Couple of issues - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

hey! I have an s3, baseband xxdlid. Firstly, I rooted it but now when I try to do a software update it says that "Your device has been modified.." I believe that I need to put the phone back on stock. I've tried searching, but i can't find the stock firmware for this baseband. I also tried triangle away and that dint work either.
Any ideaS??

juzzy16 said:
hey! I have an s3, baseband xxdlid. Firstly, I rooted it but now when I try to do a software update it says that "Your device has been modified.." I believe that I need to put the phone back on stock. I've tried searching, but i can't find the stock firmware for this baseband. I also tried triangle away and that dint work either.
Any ideaS??
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It showed "Your device has been modified" because you are on a custom kernel.. the status will return back to normal once you flash a stock ROM which can be found at sammobile.com using odin

saywhatt said:
It showed "Your device has been modified" because you are on a custom kernel.. the status will return back to normal once you flash a stock ROM which can be found at sammobile.com using odin
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Hi. Thanks for your reply. I had a look on that website but i cannot find the stock rom i need. its xxdlid for E-mobile (ireland). is ther any other way of finding this rom?

juzzy16 said:
Hi. Thanks for your reply. I had a look on that website but i cannot find the stock rom i need. its xxdlid for E-mobile (ireland). is ther any other way of finding this rom?
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sammobile.com is the largest firmware storage place I know I suggest you ask uncle Google for that matter
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how to reinstall firmware using kies

is it possible to reinstall the latest firmware with kies?
I update twice as it advised me to do but since then i seem to be getting problems. phone is heating up badly and whenever it has been turned off and i switch it back on i get an error message saying 'com.android could not be started etc and then it asks me to force close the app.
I want to re run the latest firmware but dont know how to.
ps. i have tried a master reset already and still has the same problem.
advice please
hpsauce37 said:
is it possible to reinstall the latest firmware with kies?
I update twice as it advised me to do but since then i seem to be getting problems. phone is heating up badly and whenever it has been turned off and i switch it back on i get an error message saying 'com.android could not be started etc and then it asks me to force close the app.
I want to re run the latest firmware but dont know how to.
ps. i have tried a master reset already and still has the same problem.
advice please
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Don't use Kies, use Odin, it's far less temperamental. Just download th XWKE2 firmware from samfirmware.com and flash in the PDA section of Odin
101matt101 said:
Don't use Kies, use Odin, it's far less temperamental. Just download th XWKE2 firmware from samfirmware.com and flash in the PDA section of Odin
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i have downloaded odin but using the links for latest firmware it says its going to take a day lol!
anyone got anywhere else i can get it from
hpsauce37 said:
i have downloaded odin but using the links for latest firmware it says its going to take a day lol!
anyone got anywhere else i can get it from
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Wow, that's a hell of a long time, leave it to download overnight? Mine took a while but only because it's a big file and it certainly didn't take a day! I'm sorry I don't know anywhere else to get stock firmware from apart from Samfirmware.com and the god awful Kies...
Its not posted on here by any chance using a different upload service .
jje
I have installed an unsecure kernel in my galaxy s2 (GT I9100G) but since I cannot find the original stock kernel, I wanted to roll back to the stock android version that came with s2 and thus wanted to know how could I re-install the firmware from KIES.
Thanks
Perryb said:
I have installed an unsecure kernel in my galaxy s2 (GT I9100G) but since I cannot find the original stock kernel, I wanted to roll back to the stock android version that came with s2 and thus wanted to know how could I re-install the firmware from KIES.
Thanks
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You need to reflash stock using ODIN before you can use kies, as Kies doesn't recognise custom kernels.
Ricey
ricey1986 said:
You need to reflash stock using ODIN before you can use kies, as Kies doesn't recognise custom kernels.
Ricey
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Will reflashing bring back the stock kernel and make the phone unrooted in short make it the way Samsung sold it to me?
Also, I am using Galaxy S2 I9100G build number GINGERBREAD.XWKJ2 and for it only 1 unsecured kernel was available at this thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1327509
I rooted my phone without any problem but since there's no way to get back the stock kernel, I am afraid that if need be, how am I gonna claim warranty for my device.
Perryb said:
Will reflashing bring back the stock kernel and make the phone unrooted in short make it the way Samsung sold it to me?
Also, I am using Galaxy S2 I9100G build number GINGERBREAD.XWKJ2 and for it only 1 unsecured kernel was available at this thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1327509
I rooted my phone without any problem but since there's no way to get back the stock kernel, I am afraid that if need be, how am I gonna claim warranty for my device.
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Yes aslong as you flash the firmware that came with it t will be like as samsung sold it. Have a look at intratech's thread he may just have the kernel if you still have the original firmware on it already.
Ricey
ricey1986 said:
Yes aslong as you flash the firmware that came with it t will be like as samsung sold it. Have a look at intratech's thread he may just have the kernel if you still have the original firmware on it already.
Ricey
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Yes, I do have the original firmware on it. Didn't have enough guts to play with custom ROM :/
I did check intratech's thread and found stock kernel for XWKJ2 but the thread titles says "Official i9100 Firmwares" whereas my phone shows i9100G. I guess this won't work.
And, when flashing to original firmware, will the kernel's be replaced to the original one's as well?
Thanks for suck quick replies Am just a n00b diving into Android
You can extract the original kernel yourself if you want it http://www.hotfile.com/dl/136857418/c144909/I9100GXWKJ2_I9100GODDKJ2_INU.zip.html
oinkylicious said:
You can extract the original kernel yourself if you want it [Link]
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Downloaded it. Now what do I do? Flash s2 with this, backup using titanium, root device and then use the stock to get rid of yellow triangle? Am I missing anything?
Thanks for your help
BTW, is there a way to get the latest available firmware in my country/region via KIES so that I can be 100% sure of being in right place
i cant post the link right now but you can google
"How to goback/use Kies update after using ODIN,Rooting or Custom Firmware : Video Guide"
and go the the dialandroid website they have a way to make it like original again

[Q] Updating to ICS and Odin failed

I was trying to update my frimware to ICS using Odin PC and it failed during the process, I still can access the download screen but every time I try to flash the new rom it fails, so any ideas on what I can do?
Here's a screenshot of Odin
http://i.imgur.com/5XhOJ.png
ossamatarek said:
I was trying to update my frimware to ICS using Odin PC and it failed during the process, I still can access the download screen but every time I try to flash the new rom it fails, so any ideas on what I can do?
Here's a screenshot of Odin
http://i.imgur.com/5XhOJ.png
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have u read about the ICS Bug in some 9100 phones? don't know...but i think it could be that...
EDIT: here, just to be sure, reed this post and see if the kernel you tried to flash is not one of this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1633943
ossamatarek said:
I was trying to update my frimware to ICS using Odin PC and it failed during the process, I still can access the download screen but every time I try to flash the new rom it fails, so any ideas on what I can do?
Here's a screenshot of Odin
http://i.imgur.com/5XhOJ.png
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You want to flash a ICS ROM for GT-I9100G.
So, you are sure that you have this model?!
Then have a look at this thread => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1619571
Good luck !
It_ler said:
You want to flash a ICS ROM for GT-I9100G.
So, you are sure that you have this model?!
Then have a look at this thread => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1619571
Good luck !
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It's GT-I9100, and I fixed it but loading Bootloader, but I still can't update to ICS
ossamatarek said:
It's GT-I9100, and I fixed it but loading Bootloader, but I still can't update to ICS
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Well you're not still trying to use the firmware you screenshotted in post 1, are you?
ossamatarek said:
I was trying to update my frimware to ICS using Odin PC and it failed during the process, I still can access the download screen but every time I try to flash the new rom it fails, so any ideas on what I can do?
Here's a screenshot of Odin
http://i.imgur.com/5XhOJ.png
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Try to downgrade to stock gingerbread first..and then flash ics again...
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ctomgee said:
Well you're not still trying to use the firmware you screenshotted in post 1, are you?
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I downloaded another version but same result :/
ossamatarek said:
I downloaded another version but same result :/
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Where did you get this other version? What is the file name?
The reason I ask: the version you used in your screenshot in post 1 is for an i9100G. You said you have an i9100.
Firmwares and kernels are not compatible between the i9100 and the i9100G. So if you are using another i9100G firmware, that is probably why it is failing.
ctomgee said:
Where did you get this other version? What is the file name?
The reason I ask: the version you used in your screenshot in post 1 is for an i9100G. You said you have an i9100.
Firmwares and kernels are not compatible between the i9100 and the i9100G. So if you are using another i9100G firmware, that is probably why it is failing.
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Wow, I didn't notice that, thanks for noticing that
Now I've " I9100UHLPP_I9100UHLPG_I9100UWALP5_HOME.tar.md5 " yet odin failed to flash it and I had to use bootloader to make the device work again.
pelpa87 said:
have u read about the ICS Bug in some 9100 phones? don't know...but i think it could be that...
EDIT: here, just to be sure, reed this post and see if the kernel you tried to flash is not one of this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1633943
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I9100 never had this issue. You guys need to read carefully before spreading stuff not true.

Phone not booting up

Hi,
I have a problem. I did a factory data reset and and phone is not booting more than Samsung Galaxy S II i9100 screen after that phone shuts off. I can get to Download Mode and from here I need further directions what to do.
Thanks.
Fox05 said:
Hi,
I have a problem. I did a factory data reset and and phone is not booting more than Samsung Galaxy S II i9100 screen after that phone shuts off. I can get to Download Mode and from here I need further directions what to do.
Thanks.
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Search the forum for the answer this is a common problem. You will need Odin. Since you have bricked your phone install a custom Rom and Kernel. You will not go back to stock!!
Originally Posted by Fox05
Hi,
I have a problem. I did a factory data reset and and phone is not booting more than Samsung Galaxy S II i9100 screen after that phone shuts off. I can get to Download Mode and from here I need further directions what to do.
Thanks.
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Search the forum for the answer this is a common problem. You will need Odin. Since you have bricked your phone install a custom Rom and Kernel. You will not go back to stock!!
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Ok, but I wanted to know if I have to flash one file ROM or 3 file ROM?
bahmonkeys said:
Search the forum for the answer this is a common problem. You will need Odin. Since you have bricked your phone install a custom Rom and Kernel. You will not go back to stock!!
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Ok, but I wanted to know if I have to flash one file ROM or 3 file from?
Fox05 said:
Ok, but I wanted to know if I have to flash one file ROM or 3 file from?
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Well im guessing your phone is not backed up!? What do you want to do stay on a stock Rom or Custom Rom?
Fox05 said:
Ok, but I wanted to know if I have to flash one file ROM or 3 file from?
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I have attached the odin file for you
What firmware was you using when this happened. You've sounds like it's recoverable. If download mode is all you can get your probably get best results by downloading official firmware from Sam firmware and extracting it then flashing the zip file in odin via PDA section. All the best.
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HANDSY said:
What firmware was you using when this happened. You've sounds like it's recoverable. If download mode is all you can get your probably get best results by downloading official firmware from Sam firmware and extracting it then flashing the zip file in odin via PDA section. All the best.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
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I don't remember exactly my firmware but it was 4.0.3 and I haven't installed 4.0.4 but I did have CM10 just before I did restore from CWM and now I did factory data reset, this happened.
I prefer stock ROM, but I don't mind custom ROM either as long as I can get back to stock ROM
Fox05 said:
I don't remember exactly my firmware but it was 4.0.3 and I haven't installed 4.0.4 but I did have CM10 just before I did restore from CWM and now I did factory data reset, this happened.
I prefer stock ROM but I don't mind custom ROM either as long as I can get back to stock ROM
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Flash a stock Rom via Odin. Wait till your phone boots up. Go back to Odin install a custom kernel (i recommend siyah kernel). Backup your stock Rom, then install a custom Rom. There is a lot of tutorials to tell you exactly how to do this process. If you need help at any point of this process just send me a message and I will give you a detailed walkthrough. You should be fine though!!
Goodluck
bahmonkeys said:
Flash a stock Rom via Odin. Wait till your phone boots up. Go back to Odin install a custom kernel (i recommend siyah kernel). Backup your stock Rom, then install a custom Rom. There is a lot of tutorials to tell you exactly how to do this process. If you need help at any point of this process just send me a message and I will give you a detailed walkthrough. You should be fine though!!
Goodluck
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Before I did have Siyah Kernel, but it was older version. Do you have any suggestions which firmware I should flash?
If you want stock then take your pick from stock firmware at samfirmware. Aviod the ones with the red warning triangles, risk of brick bug!
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
HANDSY said:
If you want stock then take your pick from stock firmware at samfirmware. Aviod the ones with the red warning triangles, risk of brick bug!
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
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How about from the intratech's thread? And is the Odin flash failing risk big with the situation I have right now?
I've used odin A LOT and never had a problem. I only ever use the PDA section and never touch anything else because I don't understand it. I can't comment on intratechs thread as I've never used his software. Any custom ROMs are normally flashed via CWM.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
HANDSY said:
I've used odin A LOT and never had a problem. I only ever use the PDA section and never touch anything else because I don't understand it. I can't comment on intratechs thread as I've never used his software. Any custom ROMs are normally flashed via CWM.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
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I have used Odin too and I have only used intratech's ROMs. But nothing ever has happened like my phone's not booting up so I'm little more nervous. But thanks I'll try.
Thanks all! I got it working

[Q] The easiest way to flash stock

Hi all,
I want to be sure here for obvious reasons, i had a rooted s3 with custom rom/firmware, which i then used triangle, went back to stock and unrooted. However the firmware i installed isnt what i wanted, i read that the firmware with xx in it was for uk use but it seems to be primarily for israil as it has jewish as its default language and a jewish calender installed as default. So i have now downloaded which i hope is a tmobile uk firmware 19300xxella_i9300t from sammy. will i need to root again then install this with odin then reset counter then unroot and will this download cover the rom and firmware as im never to sure the firmware (screen entered when holding volume up, power button and middle button is now official stock. but not sure if this will allow me to install the official?
is theis file 19300xxella_i9300t the rom or firmware im now confused
You dont have to root to flash stock rom. You might need to reset your S3 though..
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Just download the stock rom that you want (e.g. from sammobile.com) and flash it via Odin. Afterwards do a factory reset and you should be good to go. No root required.
Follow the flashing via Odin section of the guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=26530736
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chrismast said:
Just download the stock rom that you want (e.g. from sammobile.com) and flash it via Odin. Afterwards do a factory reset and you should be good to go. No root required.
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that's excellent. thanks guys
One thing i dont understand though. Are the firmwares listed on sammobile.com the roms i need, because there are no roms listed just firmware and this is what keeps confusing me
fatfei said:
that's excellent. thanks guys
One thing i dont understand though. Are the firmwares listed on sammobile.com the roms i need, because there are no roms listed just firmware and this is what keeps confusing me
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Firmware means the full firmware and operating system and modem.
Rom is just a word used to describe a firmware file .
Stock rom stock firmware the same .
jje
JJEgan said:
Firmware means the full firmware and operating system and modem.
Rom is just a word used to describe a firmware file .
Stock rom stock firmware the same .
jje
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Thanks for clearing that up. I think where ive read on various websites and forums these terms used incorrectly it threw me out. Thanks for clarifying that.

Help please with I9100

Hi I was trying to flash my i9100 4.1.2 with 4.4.2 folowing
http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/galaxy-s2-...4-4-2-kitkat-via-omnirom-1433850#.UwJLn85A3iX
when flashed the rom restared the handset to flash the Gapps file it got stuck on the starting samsung screen. I attached the screen shot to this post.
I tried to take the battery out for 10 mins & put it back on its still stuck on this screen.
I am able to go to in download mood & its showing on Odin when connected the handset.
PLease kindly someone help me with it.
Regards,
Hash
will leave the battery out for long & see if it works !!!
Try going into recovery and formatting data? Can you get into recovery? If not flash stock with Odin and try again
At least if I can go back to stock ROM which is 4.1.2 at least Please help
Thanks allot for your respond. No I am not able to go into the recovery unfortunately. only can go into download mood
What do you want help with? Flashing with Odin? First go to Sammobile.com and get 4.1.2 firmware from there. I'll give you a link for flashing with Odin if you can't find a good one.
andrewwright said:
What do you want help with? Flashing with Odin? First go to Sammobile.com and get 4.1.2 firmware from there. I'll give you a link for flashing with Odin if you can't find a good one.
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I looked it shows GT-I9100 United Kingdom (Vodafone) 2014 January 4.1.2 I9100XWMS2 I9100VODLSF it shows kies symbol
mine is unlocked.
andrewwright said:
What do you want help with? Flashing with Odin? First go to Sammobile.com and get 4.1.2 firmware from there. I'll give you a link for flashing with Odin if you can't find a good one.
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yes want to flash with Odin or any way as long as it works. I am not done these things before
banu_hashem said:
yes want to flash with Odin or any way as long as it works. I am not done these things before
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671969
This link is for the S3 but flashing with Odin is the same as with the s2. I link you to this as its a good guide but do remember that's it's for the S3 so don't be silly and flash i9300 firmware on you're i9100. Hope you understand if not tell me and i'll delete the link. Read it and understand what you need to do before you flash with Odin.
Reading is easy, fixing is not. :screwy:
andrewwright said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671969
This link is for the S3 but flashing with Odin is the same as with the s2. I link you to this as its a good guide but do remember that's it's for the S3 so don't be silly and flash i9300 firmware on you're i9100. Hope you understand if not tell me and i'll delete the link. Read it and understand what you need to do before you flash with Odin.
Reading is easy, fixing is not. :screwy:
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Thank you I found the firmware for uk. BUt mine is unlocked i9100 but I found the vodafone version on Sammobile.com. Do you have a link for unbranded 4.1.2 firmware? sorry if I am troubling you & thank you for your valuable time
We're did you find the unlocked firmware
andrewwright said:
We're did you find the unlocked firmware
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I meant my phone is unlocked but on sammobile.com I found this
GT-I9100 United Kingdom (Vodafone) 2014 January 4.1.2 I9100XWMS2 I9100VODLSF kies
at the end was Kies icon
Pick a carrier free one.
But i can't see the option of choosing carrier
X.......e.......u
If you're planning on rooting and installing a custom ROM again you may as well just go with the Vodaphone one then go from there. I do have a copy of the unbranded one (can't remember where from) so it is out there if you really need it, only downloaded it last week.
I rooted using Philz kernel, if you search XDA for that you will find the info on how to do it and it seemed the easiest way to go...
Dom
theunderling said:
X.......e.......u
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sorry didn't get what you meant.
Its working!!!
i JUST FLASHED THE STOCK ROM & ITS WORKING!!!
banu_hashem said:
i JUST FLASHED THE STOCK ROM & ITS WORKING!!!
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Congrats :thumbup:
Well my happiness short lived
the phone started but now it keep coming up error message
Unfortunately, the process com.android.phone has stopped.

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