Hi,:laugh:
last time i have a problem and already solved( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2223599&page=3 ).
and now im using official ICS 4.0.4.which i use kies to flash when i got boot loop problem.
now i'm gonna try to root my phone
will this guide work on my version?
can root without losing any data ?:good:
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Thanks guy for helping:cyclops:
My version here.
ownwayz said:
now i'm gonna try to root my phone
will this guide work on my version?
can root without losing any data?
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Which guide mate? Please provide a link, or tell us what u are going to do..
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Which guide mate? Please provide a link, or tell us what u are going to do..
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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Hi,thanks for u help again.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
im trying to root my phone ^^
ownwayz said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
im trying to root my phone ^^
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You can use that method to root, but you have to BE CAREFUL.
That method involves using a temporary CWM recovery to root and unroot. As long as u only do that, you are safe. But if u wipe data/cache/dalvik or restore a nandroid backup, YOU MAY BRICK UR DEVICE!
For more info, please read about eMMC Brickbug.
To be safe, you can root by flashing Siyah v5.0.1 via Odin.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
immortalneo said:
You can use that method to root, but you have to BE CAREFUL.
That method involves using a temporary CWM recovery to root and unroot. As long as u only do that, you are safe. But if u wipe data/cache/dalvik or restore a nandroid backup, YOU MAY BRICK UR DEVICE!
For more info, please read about eMMC Brickbug.
To be safe, you can root by flashing Siyah v5.0.1 via Odin.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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Wow,look like 4.0.4 version has alot of problem== so i need to downgrade my version or just stay in 4.0.4?
If i use Siyah v5.0.1 to flash ,will my contact or sms lost?guide please?:good:
ownwayz said:
Wow,look like 4.0.4 version has alot of problem== so i need to downgrade my version or just stay in 4.0.4?
If i use Siyah v5.0.1 to flash ,will my contact or sms lose?guide please?:good:
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No, if u use Siyah kernel to root it will not delete any data for sure
Just dwnld the .tar file of the siyah Kernel v5.0.1(Tar file for ODin) and flash the same using PC ODIN.
link for siyah kernel HERE
Sun90 said:
No, if u use Siyah kernel to root it will not delete any data for sure
Just dwnld the .tar file of the siyah Kernel v5.0.1(Tar file for ODin) and flash the same using PC ODIN.
link for siyah kernel HERE
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Ok thanks both for helping.i will try it later.
:laugh: actually i still not so clear what different on kernal rom or whatever==
ownwayz said:
Ok thanks both for helping.i will try it later.
:laugh: actually i still not so clear what different on kernal rom or whatever==
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well the 'Kernel' is the Link between ur Phone's Hardware and the Andorid Operating system (Rom) running on ur phone
Sun90 said:
well the 'Kernel' is the Link between ur Phone's Hardware and the Andorid Operating system (Rom) running on ur phone
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will my thinking wrong?
update Kernal = will retain all contact data settings .
update Rom= totally lost ?
awesome, thanks il gona try root too
ownwayz said:
will my thinking wrong?
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update Kernal = will retain all contact data settings .===> YES
update Rom= totally lost ? ===> Yes unless u backup/Sync ur contacts and also SMS backed up using 3rd party app like 'SMS backup'
KenndovinA said:
awesome, thanks il gona try root too
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Just be sure you know what you are doing mate..
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
KenndovinA said:
awesome, thanks il gona try root too
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LOL,let me know after that :good:
Sun90 said:
update Kernal = will retain all contact data settings .===> YES
update Rom= totally lost ? ===> Yes unless u backup/Sync ur contacts and also SMS backed up using 3rd party app like 'SMS backup'
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Oic,understood
Sun90 said:
update Kernal = will retain all contact data settings .===> YES
update Rom= totally lost ? ===> Yes unless u backup/Sync ur contacts and also SMS backed up using 3rd party app like 'SMS backup'
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im gonna to try now.but do i need go download mode(sound down + home + lock button ) or just stay in normal mode?
ownwayz said:
im gonna to try now.but do i need go download mode(sound down + home + lock button ) or just stay in normal mode?
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To flash via Odin, u need to go to Download mode.
To flash via recovery, u need the Recovery mode.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
immortalneo said:
To flash via Odin, u need to go to Download mode.
To flash via recovery, u need the Recovery mode.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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yes done i saw a triangle ==
immortalneo said:
To flash via Odin, u need to go to Download mode.
To flash via recovery, u need the Recovery mode.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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when i go to my settings i lag on there.may i know what the happen?
ownwayz said:
when i go to my settings i lag on there.may i know what the happen?
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Could be temporary... a reboot would probably solve that..
To check if you are successfully rooted, download 'Root Checker' app from the Playstore.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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Related
First sorry for my bad english.i hope that can be understand.
I think i mistaken deleted the system font.and now my phone is stuck on the samsung screen.
so how can i replace back the system font without delete all the data on my phone?
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My phone details.(Will this details useful?)
Android version 2.3.2 or 2.3.3 i forgot.
phone rooted (i follow the tut on GalaxyS2Root )
when i press the button volume up+home +lock
the few thing what i saw.
Android System recovery(3e)
Enter : Ok Key , Select :Vol Up /Vol Down
1>reboot system now
2>apply update from sdcard
3>wipe data/factory reset
4>wipe cache partition
Thanks for u time.
Option 3.
You have obviously deleted some important system files, and now ur phone is stuck in what is known as a 'bootloop'.
If u knew which firmware u currently have, simply flashing that via Odin will restore the deleted files.
If u don't know, or are not sure, you can flash any stock GB firmware via Odin to get out of the bootloop. But this will probably cause you to lose ur data and apps.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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MistahBungle said:
Option 3.
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Sorry if I sound stupid, but can we solve issues related to missing or corrupted system files by doing a factory reset?
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
You have obviously deleted some important system files, and now ur phone is stuck in what is known as a 'bootloop'.
If u knew which firmware u currently have, simply flashing that via Odin will restore the deleted files.
If u don't know, or are not sure, you can flash any stock GB firmware via Odin to get out of the bootloop. But this will probably cause you to lose ur data and apps.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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Sorry if I sound stupid, but can we solve issues related to missing or corrupted system files by doing a factory reset?
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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Thanks for u answer,but im not really know either my "USB DEBUGGING?" is on or off . its that usb debugging important if i wan flash with my current firmware?
ownwayz said:
Thanks for u answer,but im not really know either my "USB DEBUGGING?" is on or off . its that usb debugging important if i wan flash with my current firmware?
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No, that setting is not important for Odin flashes.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
No, that setting is not important for Odin flashes.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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Lucky the setting not important.Im using S2 i9100.the firmware mean android version on the "About" there?something like 2.3.3 - 2.3.4 ?
i only know im using gingerbread
i never update my android version before.original firmware i bought on 2011 i think,
Do a factory reset or a re-flash.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Do a factory reset or a re-flash.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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i also wanna to do a flash .but my thing inside is important for me.
how if i flash a wrong firmware?
k where i download the firmware.
ownwayz said:
i also wanna to do a flash .but my thing inside is important for me.
how if i flash a wrong firmware?
k where i download the firmware.
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Ur phone is more important than ur data.
If ur sure ur on gingerbread, try a factory reset first.
If that doesn't work, download the required firmware from sammobile.com.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Ur phone is more important than ur data.
If ur sure ur on gingerbread, try a factory reset first.
If that doesn't work, download the required firmware from sammobile.com.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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ok im 100% im using gingerbread i already try factory reset .clean data/ cache.and then reboot.also the same.stuck on samsung screen.
ownwayz said:
ok im 100% im using gingerbread i already try factory reset .clean data/ cache.and then reboot.also the same.stuck on samsung screen.
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Then flash a stock firmware via Odin.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Ur phone is more important than ur data.
If ur sure ur on gingerbread, try a factory reset first.
If that doesn't work, download the required firmware from sammobile.com.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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so which firmware i should download?
sorry im not expert in android please forgive for keep asking u
ownwayz said:
so which firmware i should download?
sorry im not expert in android please forgive for keep asking u
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You can download any firmware u like as long as u choose the correct model (I9100).
I suggest you visit here:
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/1/
Enter ur details and u can see what all firmwares are available for ur region.
Choose one and download it. If ur confused, download a gingerbread firmware.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
You can download any firmware u like as long as u choose the correct model (I9100).
I suggest you visit here:
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/1/
Enter ur details and u can see what all firmwares are available for ur region.
Choose one and download it. If ur confused, download a gingerbread firmware.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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downloading http://hotfile.com/dl/146336675/98a595c/I9100DXKI2_I9100OLCKH1_XME.zip.html
so all my picture gone?:crying:if gone omg sad man..my memories...
ownwayz said:
downloading http://hotfile.com/dl/146336675/98a595c/I9100DXKI2_I9100OLCKH1_XME.zip.html
so all my picture gone?:crying:if gone omg sad man..my memories...
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No mate.. not pictures! Ur personal files are safe! Only apps, settings, bookmarks, call history, messages, contacts, calendar entries and notes are lost.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
immortalneo said:
No mate.. not pictures! Ur personal files are safe! Only apps, settings, bookmarks, call history, messages, contacts, calendar entries and notes are lost.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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Oic.ok thanks i waiting for the files now.let u know the result later
ownwayz said:
Oic.ok thanks i waiting for the files now.let u know the result later
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Good luck! :thumbup:
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Good luck! :thumbup:
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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got any suggest way to flash?:good:
ownwayz said:
got any suggest way to flash?:good:
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Stock firmwares are flashed using Odin on ur PC.
If u are a newbie to flashing and stuff, please tell me and I will teach u.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
immortalneo said:
Stock firmwares are flashed using Odin on ur PC.
If u are a newbie to flashing and stuff, please tell me and I will teach u.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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i totally don't know at all the first i root i was take a lot of courage to do tat haha.,:laugh:
Hello All,
What is the best root package for XWLSN on GTi9100 ?? I flashed Siyah-s2-v6.0b4.tar which broke connectivity to PC by Kies completely. I retried connecting by enabling and disabling Developer options > USB debugging but no use. Kies keeps on trying to connect then fail...PC version of Kies is up to date (Windows 7) though. Is it normal for rooted phones to have problems with Kies?
I flashed LSN stock again.
Better ones, with links please?
Use Philz kernel.
Find the XWLSN version.
Download the zip file.
Save it to external SD card.
Go to stock recovery.
Flash the zip file.
And you're...
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immortalneo said:
Use Philz kernel.
Find the XWLSN version.
Download the zip file.
Save it to external SD card.
Go to stock recovery.
Flash the zip file.
And you're...
View attachment 1872363
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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Sorry to be a paranoid bro but is it fully compatible for XWLSN on S2? Coz I found 19 out of 20 google searches take me to Siyah-s2-v6.0b4.tar for 'rooting XWLSN' ? Perplexed wallah...
Is all kernels for all versions? Some threads bring users with severe issues for flashing mismatch kernels..
A lil more info pls
There is a different root package for every region ?
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Sagar Khanapurkar said:
There is a different root package for every region ?
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I really don't know about that, all what I need is a stable root kernel which mostly gives the same stability of stock ones, ability to PC connectivity without issues, ability remove bloatwares and that's it. No bigger games!
I appreciate a further feed from immortalneo and others
Sagar Khanapurkar said:
There is a different root package for every region ?
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Not for Siyah, since its a custom kernel.
But Philz is the stock kernel itself, and hence it differs for different regions/builds (like CF kernels).
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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insaf_mohd said:
Sorry to be a paranoid bro but is it fully compatible for XWLSN on S2? Coz I found 19 out of 20 google searches take me to Siyah-s2-v6.0b4.tar for 'rooting XWLSN' ? Perplexed wallah...
Is all kernels for all versions? Some threads bring users with severe issues for flashing mismatch kernels..
A lil more info pls
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In fact, Philz kernel is the stock kernel itself. So its the most compatible mate!
Siyah is a custom kernel that can be tweaked to ur liking. Unless u really want to do that, I suggest you go for Philz.
Please read what I answered Sagar above regarding choosing the correct kernel.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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insaf_mohd said:
I really don't know about that, all what I need is a stable root kernel which mostly gives the same stability of stock ones, ability to PC connectivity without issues, ability remove bloatwares and that's it. No bigger games!
I appreciate a further feed from immortalneo and others
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Then you need Philz mate.
Forgive me if I am wrong, but you really need to read a lot. That way, you can dispel whatever fears you have of these stuff, and have a safe and pleasant experience doing so.
I am giving you the correct kernel's link, but I really insist you read the first few posts of the Philz kernel thread given above.
Better safe than sorry!
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
immortalneo said:
Not for Siyah, since its a custom kernel.
But Philz is the stock kernel itself, and hence it differs for different regions/builds (like CF kernels).
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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In fact, Philz kernel is the stock kernel itself. So its the most compatible mate!
Siyah is a custom kernel that can be tweaked to ur liking. Unless u really want to do that, I suggest you go for Philz.
Please read what I answered Sagar above regarding choosing the correct kernel.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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Then you need Philz mate.
Forgive me if I am wrong, but you really need to read a lot. That way, you can dispel whatever fears you have of these stuff, and have a safe and pleasant experience doing so.
I am giving you the correct kernel's link, but I really insist you read the first few posts of the Philz kernel thread given above.
Better safe than sorry!
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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Thanks mate I know I have to read a lot but I do read on purposes only so will be the kind of questions from me ..not yet been towards being an Android baba
Luckily I downloaded the same file that you gave (latest one on top) and gonna flash it from recovery mode, I hope there are no further actions that it'll add the Superuser and related stuff along.
See ya back
insaf_mohd said:
Thanks mate I know I have to read a lot but I do read on purposes only so will be the kind of questions from me ..not yet been towards being an Android baba
Luckily I downloaded the same file that you gave (latest one on top) and gonna flash it from recovery mode, I hope there are no further actions that it'll add the Superuser and related stuff along.
See ya back
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U don't have to read every little thing, but you must read everything about what you are gonna do.
Good luck!
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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Hey can you tell me something? What is csr
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R3M768 said:
Hey can you tell me something? What is csr
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Did you mean CSC? Give clues on csr..
Sorry mate my mistake scr,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2155862 and while we are on it what is csc?
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R3M768 said:
Sorry mate my mistake scr,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2155862 and while we are on it what is csc?
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As quoted by Intratech:
CSC*is the consumer software customisation and is specific to geographical region and carriers. It contains the software packages specific to that region, carrier branding and also APN settings for data connection, MMS etc for your service provider.
CSC has nothing to do with what languages the firmware supports and it will not add keyboard language support either.
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SCR means 'wallpaper scrolling'..
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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R3M768 said:
Sorry mate my mistake scr,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2155862 and while we are on it what is csc?
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The SCR mentioned there is Wallpaper scrolling on or off, which version of ROM you are flashing those modes to?
See this link for whatabouts on CSC
After I rooted my UK S2, I found 3 things have stopped working:
1. Bluetooth
2. Voice control (causes the phone to freeze for about 8 seconds)
3. The home button (now does nothing)
I attempted to install (correct term?) android 4.2.2 and seemed to all go well, however, when I had finished flashing it, the phone booted, with the new startup screen, which just stayed there for 30 minutes. So I had to restore the phone to a backup from months ago.
The 3 broken things still don't work.
Help...
Tell me how u rooted, on which firmware u are now, which rom did u flash (correct term)?
U have the I9100 right?
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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Yes I have a I9100 - UK version.
How rooted: I used Odin3v185 and the cable, connected to my Windows 7 PC..
The first file I used to root:
"CF-Root-SGS2_XX_XEO_LPQ-v5.3-CWM5.tar " - this failed. So I used
"Siyah-s2-v6.0b4.tar" - which worked.
My current "about phone" screen screenshot attached as an image. I am back on 4.0.4 as I restored a backup (with CWM) to get my phone to even start. But the other problems from my OP still exist.
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Which rom I flashed might be a moot point, because I am pretty sure I had these problems since I rooted the phone.
I am also not sure how to find which rom is on my phone. I assume the info in the screenshot is helpful, if not I will follow any instructions.
Hope someone can help. Thank you so much...
PS. One thing. I just remembered, before flashing the new rom, I backed up all the phone and SD card files to my PC HD, and then wiped both SD card and the phone memory.
You have 4.0.4 now, with Siyah v6 (according to your screen shot). That kernel should be ur problem.
Siyah v6 is for 4.1.2 JB ROMs.
Please flash Siyah v5.0.1 and see if the issues persist.
A word of advice:
Avoid doing factory reset or restoring nandroid backup while you're on 4.0.4. You're safe with the Siyah kernel, but I wouldn't take my chances with the eMMC Brickbug.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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UK_techhead said:
After I rooted my UK S2, I found 3 things have stopped working:
1. Bluetooth
2. Voice control (causes the phone to freeze for about 8 seconds)
3. The home button (now does nothing)
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For your information, rooting is not responsible for this. Its the kernel u used to root that is responsible.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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UK_techhead said:
I attempted to install (correct term?) android 4.2.2 and seemed to all go well, however, when I had finished flashing it, the phone booted, with the new startup screen, which just stayed there for 30 minutes.
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That is known as a 'bootloop'. It is quite common when upgrading from ICS to JB. A simple factory reset would have solved that bootloop.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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UK_techhead said:
I am back on 4.0.4 as I restored a backup (with CWM) to get my phone to even start
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I suggest you move far away from ICS 4.0.4. You can either upgrade to JB 4.1.2, or use ICS 4.0.3.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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UK_techhead said:
I am also not sure how to find which rom is on my phone
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Just check the Build Version to see which rom u currently have.
In ur case, u have XWLPT build, which is the stock 4.0.4 rom.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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All these rom version numbers are a bit of a headache.
Where should I get the roms from? Is there a site with a list of the roms?
Edit:
I got the Siyah v5.0.1 kernel here
http://www.gokhanmoral.com/?p=1536
Took 2 minutes to solve the problem.
UK_techhead said:
All these rom version numbers are a bit of a headache.
Where should I get the roms from? Is there a site with a list of the roms?
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I agree.
I just flashed Siyah v5.0.1 - It fixed the problem. I don't know how or why. Can you please explain?
Also, it didn't delete anything off the phone. But whatever I did before, deleted everything from my phone.
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Anyway who cares about that, the main thing for now is I want to get Jellybean onto my handset. What zip file should I get that will not cause my phone problems?
Its up to u mate wot u wnt if u wnt stock (4.1.2) its few out there like wanam,neat rom etc. or if u wnt cm10.1 (4.2.2) i prefer rootbox but u have to just read and make decision.
Best wot u can do before u flash rom download "rom nuke script" it will format all old rubish then u can flash. With stock i think u just download zip and flash a with cm 1st flash rom 2nd gapps and enjoy . but before that read read read good luck mate
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A will be good if u get gs2kernel nuke script its for kernel beford u flash new use script to clean old crap
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Best wot u can do before u flash rom download "rom nuke script" it will format all old rubish then u can flash.
Thanks. What is the advantage of using that? Or what does it prevent?
UK_techhead said:
Best wot u can do before u flash rom download "rom nuke script" it will format all old rubish then u can flash.
Thanks. What is the advantage of using that? Or what does it prevent?
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You start with a clean slate. No probability of errors due to old junk. Simple.
In my opinion, since u have 4.0.4, I would avoid that just to be extra safe.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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UK_techhead said:
I just flashed Siyah v5.0.1 - It fixed the problem. I don't know how or why. Can you please explain?
Also, it didn't delete anything off the phone. But whatever I did before, deleted everything from my phone.
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Again simple explanation:
Kernels control the hardware like bluetooth, wifi etc. They are different for different android versions. You used a kernel for Jellybean and so some hardware functionality was lost.
Flashing a kernel means replacing the previous kernel code with a new one. So it doesn't delete anything from ur phone.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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UK_techhead said:
the main thing for now is I want to get Jellybean onto my handset. What zip file should I get that will not cause my phone problems?
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Since u asked for a zip file, u are planning to flash JB via recovery, right?
Like stopro said, you must FIRST CHOOSE what type of a rom u want:
1. Stock firmware (with or without root)
2. Custom rom based on stock
3. Custom AOSP/AOKP rom
Once you decide on that, we can guide you better.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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So when I flash a new kernel, I have to root it again? Or my handset will stay rooted?
As for Jelly bean... I just want to start with the stock rom and stock kernel. Can you please tell me what to get.
UK_techhead said:
So when I flash a new kernel, I have to root it again? Or my handset will stay rooted?
As for Jelly bean... I just want to start with the stock rom and stock kernel. Can you please tell me what to get.
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No, once you root, flashing a kernel will not unroot you. You need to flash a stock firmware to unroot.
You get all stock firmwares from sammobile.com.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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Oh. I want to stay rooted. I guess I just want the stock jellybean. and a jellybean, rooted kernel.
sammobile needs me to be registered. worth it? Anywhere else I can get what I need?
Would you help me pick a guide for flashing my phone to jellybean?
UK_techhead said:
Oh. I want to stay rooted. I guess I just want the stock jellybean. and a jellybean, rooted kernel.
sammobile needs me to be registered. worth it? Anywhere else I can get what I need?
Would you help me pick a guide for flashing my phone to jellybean?
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Ur right.. u got the basic idea! :thumbup:
Registration is free mate! Worth it too! Because you can search for the exact firmware for ur region and carrier!
But if you don't want to register, find all generic stock firmwares here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23562820
Guide to flash is included in above thread.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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How do I flash the 564mb zip file I downloaded from sammobile.com ?
UK_techhead said:
How do I flash the 564mb zip file I downloaded from sammobile.com ?
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How to flash stock firmwares using Odin
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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So i rooted my SGS2 on its stock JB rom using Philz touch kernel, made a nandroid backup and then switched over to CM 10.1 which has been running fine.
Question is if i want to switch back to using stock rom with philz do i flash philz first and then restore my backup or can i just run the backup from the CM 10.1 kernel.
If that makes sense.
Big thanks for any help.
you flash stock Rom using odin then root then flash the kernel
Just restore your backup from CMRecovery as you normally would. A nandroid is a snapshot of your phone at the time you take it, so if you restore it your phone will revert to the state it was in when you made the backup (so you'll obviously have to sync your calendar(s)/contacts, etc, etc afterwards).
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Just restore your backup from CMRecovery as you normally would. A nandroid is a snapshot of your phone at the time you take it, so if you restore it your phone will revert to the state it was in when you made the backup (so you'll obviously have to sync your calendar(s)/contacts, etc, etc afterwards).
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I want to add a little something too..
The nandroid backup is related to the custom recovery, and not the kernel.
So, u don't need the same kernel that u used to make the nandroid. U just need a similar or compatible custom recovery.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
Blackwolf10 said:
you flash stock Rom using odin then root then flash the kernel
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And how is this answering the question?
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Blackwolf10 said:
you flash stock Rom using odin then root then flash the kernel
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So go completely back to stock then re flash philz and then i can recover my backup with everything setup they way i want.
The outcome i want is to restore back up of my stock rom with philz kernel with everything installed and setup they way i like it.
And if i flash my stock rom using odin it wont produce the yellow triangle and up my counter, until now ive been able to avoid the triangle using philz
thanks for any help
EDIT: posted this before seeing the other replys.
Twrp or cwm ? Can only restore with right recovery witch one did you bk up with. What was your stock ROM?
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Donnie Sins said:
And how is this answering the question?
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it is a way to restore to stock :/
Blackwolf10 said:
it is a way to restore to stock :/
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Sorry to say this, but the title of this topic is clear as to what the OP requires..
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Sorry to say this, but the title of this topic is clear as to what the OP requires..
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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Thanks you for these warm words
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Donnie Sins said:
Thanks you for these warm words
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Appreciate ur effort too..
I have nothing against Blackwolf10, but the OP shouldn't be confused..
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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Big thanks for all your help guys, much appreciated.
Ill post again if i run into problems.
Xanode said:
Big thanks for all your help guys, much appreciated.
Ill post again if i run into problems.
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Don't forget to add [SOLVED] to the title of ur post if you sort things out.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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this is solved, so when i go to edit my OP im unable to edit the title, maybe because im a junior member? can anyone help?
Thanks.
Xanode said:
this is solved, so when i go to edit my OP im unable to edit the title, maybe because im a junior member? can anyone help?
Thanks.
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Nope, after pressing Edit, click on 'Go Advanced' button.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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hi friends i want to upgrade my Samsung I9100 Galaxy S II to 4.0.4 my curent version is 4.0.3 my frimware is I9100XXLPQ samsung kies not showing any update plz help me about upgrade i dont have any idea plz help
U can upgrade to any firmware version u prefer. Just download the firmware manually from sammobile.com and flash via Odin.
Why not upgrade to JB?
I would advise against upgrading to 4.0.4 though. Please read about 'eMMC Brickbug' issue on 4.0.4.
Check it with the 'Got Brickbug?' app on XDA.
But if you insist on 4.0.4, u must flash a safe custom kernel!
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
U can upgrade to any firmware version u prefer. Just download the firmware manually from sammobile.com and flash via Odin.
Why not upgrade to JB?
I would advise against upgrading to 4.0.4 though. Please read about 'eMMC Brickbug' issue on 4.0.4.
Check it with the 'Got Brickbug?' app on XDA.
But if you insist on 4.0.4, u must flash a safe custom kernel!
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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i m very thnk full to u replied i want to upgrade to jelly been but its not avalable on my contry my contry is pakistan what to do
lovewisher said:
i m very thnk full to u replied i want to upgrade to jelly been but its not avalable on my contry my contry is pakistan what to do
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Yup, JB not yet released for Pakistan.
You have three options:
1. Flash a generic unbranded Jellybean firmware for now. Then flash Pakistan JB when it comes.
2. Flash ICS 4.0.4 firmware, and flash a safe kernel (and read about Brickbug again).
3. Flash nothing and wait till JB Pakistan is released (it won't be long).
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Yup, JB not yet released for Pakistan.
You have three options:
1. Flash a generic unbranded Jellybean firmware for now. Then flash Pakistan JB when it comes.
2. Flash ICS 4.0.4 firmware, and flash a safe kernel (and read about Brickbug again).
3. Flash nothing and wait till JB Pakistan is released (it won't be long).
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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i want to do 1st option but how i dont know any thing about how to choose which frimware fro my mobile and how to upgrade safely
lovewisher said:
i want to do 1st option but how i dont know any thing about how to choose which frimware fro my mobile and how to upgrade safely
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Thats what I did before the Indian release came!
I will guide you to do that, but first..
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Since you are obviously new to rooting and flashing, may I suggest you read:
Introduction to Android and Galaxy S2
Recovery and Download modes
How to flash stock firmwares using Odin
And don't forget to take an EFS backup too!! (Requires root)
Better safe than sorry!
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
immortalneo said:
Thats what I did before the Indian release came!
I will guide you to do that, but first..
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Since you are obviously new to rooting and flashing, may I suggest you read:
Introduction to Android and Galaxy S2
Recovery and Download modes
How to flash stock firmwares using Odin
And don't forget to take an EFS backup too!! (Requires root)
Better safe than sorry!
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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i think its very hard to understand all plz tell me just how i can root my mobile easly my current version is 4.0.3 and when jelly been officely come in my contry i will upgrade what u say
4.0.3 or 4.0.4 it's no difference mate
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4.0.3 or 4.0.4 it's no difference mate
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i m asking about root my phon not to upgrade to 4.0.4
Sorry my bad. Read this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125414
lovewisher said:
i think its very hard to understand all plz tell me just how i can root my mobile easly my current version is 4.0.3 and when jelly been officely come in my contry i will upgrade what u say
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I can't help you until u read about what you're going to do.
You don't need to be rooted to flash official JB. And I would advise you NOT TO try any of these stuff until u are sure of what is being done. Otherwise, you may end up bricking ur device!
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
immortalneo said:
I can't help you until u read about what you're going to do.
You don't need to be rooted to flash official JB. And I would advise you NOT TO try any of these stuff until u are sure of what is being done. Otherwise, you may end up bricking ur device!
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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i understand but english is not good to read all and understand i see 1 post in urdu section plz check is it good for me or not
http://www.itdunya.com/t383176/
lovewisher said:
i understand but english is not good to read all and understand i see 1 post in urdu section plz check is it good for me or not
http://www.itdunya.com/t383176/
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Language problems huh?
That link is for installing a custom software (NeatRom), not for official software.
Mera urdu ithna achaa nahi hai.. lekin agar aapko kuch samajhne mein doubt hai, tho mein urdu me bataaoonga..
Do you want to install that given in the website, or do you want to install official samsung jellybean?
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Language problems huh?
That link is for installing a custom software (NeatRom), not for official software.
Mera urdu ithna achaa nahi hai.. lekin agar aapko kuch samajhne mein doubt hai, tho mein urdu me bataaoonga..
Do you want to install that given in the website, or do you want to install official samsung jellybean?
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II
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yes language problem and kis ne kaha app ki urdu achi nahi h bhaut achi h
if i use this that i gave u link is it not not safe ? its easy to understand and when official jellybean relase on my contry than i will upgrad what u say
Since u prefer that urdu site, I just tried searching that website. And here's what I found:
Rooting kya hota hai
Custom rom ke baare mein
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Since u prefer that urdu site, I just tried searching that website. And here's what I found:
Rooting kya hota hai
Custom rom ke baare mein
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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ok i m reading these threads plz tell me should i install that frimmware or not
lovewisher said:
ok i m reading these threads plz tell me should i install that frimmware or not
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???
Yes, u can install it. But you have to root first.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Yes, u can install it. But you have to root first.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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and how can i root easly
i see method on this site its very hard to understand plz help
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and how can i root easly
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Just flash Siyah v5.0.1 kernel via Odin.
You can download it from www.gokhanmoral.com.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
Sent from my SGS II