Hi,
This is my first post on XDA, and I'm rather new to the site so if I'm posting in the wrong section, please let me know. Also, if I need to add any additional information, again, let me know.
I've been trying to root my Verizon Galaxy S4 for a little while now, and for some reason, every time I attempt to flash an older kernel onto my device, it fails and I don't know why. I am rooting my phone by following the instructions in this video: How To Root Samsung Galaxy S4 Android 4.4.2 EASY!!! (XDA is not letting me put the URL in the post due to the fact that this is my first post.) The video is by Sam Pullen.
Below is all of my information for my phone.
Model Number: SCH-1545
Android Version: 4.4.2
Baseband Version: I545VRUFNK1
Kernel Version: 3.4.0
[email protected] #1
Tue Nov 4 23:03:49 KST 2014
Build number: KOT49H.I545VRUFNK1
SE for Android status: Enforcing
SEPF_SCH-I545_4.4.2_0027
Secure boot status: Type: Samsung
Security Software version: MDF v1.0 Release 3
VPN v1.3 Release 2
My issue is that on my device, whenever I attempt to flash a new kernel to it, the readout on my device is Secure Magiccode Check Fail: Recovery
Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.
phughes930 said:
Hi,
This is my first post on XDA, and I'm rather new to the site so if I'm posting in the wrong section, please let me know. Also, if I need to add any additional information, again, let me know.
I've been trying to root my Verizon Galaxy S4 for a little while now, and for some reason, every time I attempt to flash an older kernel onto my device, it fails and I don't know why. I am rooting my phone by following the instructions in this video: How To Root Samsung Galaxy S4 Android 4.4.2 EASY!!! (XDA is not letting me put the URL in the post due to the fact that this is my first post.) The video is by Sam Pullen.
Below is all of my information for my phone.
Model Number: SCH-1545
Android Version: 4.4.2
Baseband Version: I545VRUFNK1
Kernel Version: 3.4.0
[email protected] #1
Tue Nov 4 23:03:49 KST 2014
Build number: KOT49H.I545VRUFNK1
SE for Android status: Enforcing
SEPF_SCH-I545_4.4.2_0027
Secure boot status: Type: Samsung
Security Software version: MDF v1.0 Release 3
VPN v1.3 Release 2
My issue is that on my device, whenever I attempt to flash a new kernel to it, the readout on my device is Secure Magiccode Check Fail: Recovery
Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.
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read here and use the kernels from here and nothing else your phone does not and will never support any custom recovery outside of safestrap
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...-to-root-i545vrufnk1-4-4-2-12-1-2014-t2959613
Legitsu said:
read here and use the kernels from here and nothing else your phone does not and will never support any custom recovery outside of safestrap
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...-to-root-i545vrufnk1-4-4-2-12-1-2014-t2959613
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Okay thanks. I did that and it works. So since I can't use CWM or TWRP, does that mean I also can't use things like cyanogenmod too? And not that this matters too much, due to the fact that its based in curiosity, but why can't I use CWM or TWRP? I'm just curious
phughes930 said:
Okay thanks. I did that and it works. So since I can't use CWM or TWRP, does that mean I also can't use things like cyanogenmod too? And not that this matters too much, due to the fact that its based in curiosity, but why can't I use CWM or TWRP? I'm just curious
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No CM/ASOP/ or anything the only exception is kitpop 1.2 which is ASOP hacked together to run on the stock kernel which you are also stuck with
so basicly your choices for roms are these two
hyperdrive - touchwizz based
kitpop 1.2 ASOP based but has issues (no usb MTP,wifi requires a softboot apon every restart to work,spotty data/mms issues)
Legitsu said:
read here and use the kernels from here and nothing else your phone does not and will never support any custom recovery outside of safestrap
Just got this phone today! How sure are you that the NK1 will never support a custom recovery? I'm debating on waiting it out and staying on stock 4.4.2 after the Official Lollipop OTA hits the streets.
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britecrawler said:
Legitsu said:
read here and use the kernels from here and nothing else your phone does not and will never support any custom recovery outside of safestrap
Just got this phone today! How sure are you that the NK1 will never support a custom recovery? I'm debating on waiting it out and staying on stock 4.4.2 after the Official Lollipop OTA hits the streets.
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100% sure the only thing that would change that is somebody could figure out how to get kexec/kgraft to work which would grant us custom kernels and then allow us to run fully custom roms based on ASOP/CM via safestrap
anything newer then VRUMDK will never support anything other then safestrap
lolipop OTA is miles away
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Legitsu said:
britecrawler said:
100% sure the only thing that would change that is somebody could figure out how to get kexec/kgraft to work which would grant us custom kernels and then allow us to run fully custom roms based on ASOP/CM via safestrap
anything newer then VRUMDK will never support anything other then safestrap
lolipop OTA is miles away
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Or so I thought? VZW rolled out 5.0 to both the S5, M8, and the leaked documents say that the M7 is ready... maybe we will luck out here
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Related
Hi- I meant to post this in the sprint section. can't seem to delete this post..
Greetings,
The first week or so S4 was out I had gotten one and rooted it. Not very long after that a 'System update downloaded - touch to install' has been on my phone. Many many months later I have decided to finally ask if it is OK to go ahead and update my system and if not to the latest update, then to which? And if I can let my phone automatically do it or if I need to be careful.
I'm afraid I don't remember how I rooted my phone. It was a 1-click exe I believe.
Here is some information that may help.
Android ver: 4.2.2
kernal ver: 3.40- Sat apr 27 2013
software ver: L720VPUAMDL
Hardware Ver: L720.08
Please let me know if you need more information to help me.
Thanks!
You could update, but you will probably lose root so you will meed to root again.
But, if I were you I would stay on 4.2.2 and just get custom roms to get 4.3 or 4.4.
When you get the official 4.3 on the s4, you still can get root and custom recovery though limited options.
Safestrap recovery is the only custom recovery so far and this recovery can get you 1 or 2 custom roms that are TW based.
Basically, aosp roms are out of the picture. Also going back is impossible!!!! so no more 4.2.2 or 4.4 custom roms that
you might want.
If you still want to update and receive 4.3, go ahead.
This is the the new 1-click root method.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565758
Safestrap recovery
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2441441
Hyperdrive RLS12 custom rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2301724
Hello all,
So I received my new to me S4, and prior to activating it I wanted to Fist get rid of Knox and put on a custom ROM.However, after much reading I am just more confused. I hoping that someone will just give me the Dummies guide to rooting, nixn' Knox and installing a custom ROM (hyperdrive, or CM).
Like first go download these apps, next do this, then that, kinda instructions.
the phone I received is an:
SCH-i545
Android Version 4.4.2
Baseband I545VRUFNC5
Kernal 3.4.0 [email protected]#1
Build# K0T49H.I545VRUFNC%
SE for Android Status: Enforcing; SEPF_SCH_I545_4.4.2_0011
Secure boot Status Type: Samsung
Security software version: MDF v1.0 Release 2
Hope this is not too much info, but I read all kind of post that seem to condradict one another, just when I think I've found the info I read something else that makes me feel this could lead to disaster. Please help. The last android I had was a Droid Eris, and things seem to have changed quite a bit.
Thanks
Trey
Starksky said:
Hello all,
So I received my new to me S4, and prior to activating it I wanted to Fist get rid of Knox and put on a custom ROM.However, after much reading I am just more confused. I hoping that someone will just give me the Dummies guide to rooting, nixn' Knox and installing a custom ROM (hyperdrive, or CM).
Like first go download these apps, next do this, then that, kinda instructions.
the phone I received is an:
SCH-i545
Android Version 4.4.2
Baseband I545VRUFNC5
Kernal 3.4.0 [email protected]#1
Build# K0T49H.I545VRUFNC%
SE for Android Status: Enforcing; SEPF_SCH_I545_4.4.2_0011
Secure boot Status Type: Samsung
Security software version: MDF v1.0 Release 2
Hope this is not too much info, but I read all kind of post that seem to condradict one another, just when I think I've found the info I read something else that makes me feel this could lead to disaster. Please help. The last android I had was a Droid Eris, and things seem to have changed quite a bit.
Thanks
Trey
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Read my whole post linked below. It is accurate. Do not upgrade to NG6, it is a pain and has root but no custom rom capability (yet). On NC5 however, you can flash a ROM using Safestrap (Do not use the safestrap linked in the thread below (3.72), use the safestrap in the general forum (3.75)). DO NOT FLASH TWRP OR CWM. We have a locked bootloader and flashing those is impossible as of yet.
With safestrap, you cannot flash CM, AOSP, or anything that contains a custom kernel. You can flash Hyperdrive, eclipse, and in rare cases Google Edition (The Safestrap version only!!! Not the normal Google edition!)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784138
Thanks npjohnson! very helpful, slow day here in Cisco VOIP land so, I was messing around and got Towelroot, and Root checker. After those two, I installed SuperSU, Thanks Tomsgt! It has all worked so far and SuperSU as apparently disabled Knox…. So Im on my way here. Your post should now take me all the way home. Thanks again! :highfive:
Q&A for [PhilZ-cwm6][i9100/P] Stock Kernel+CWM6+Root+exFAT+NTFS-MS3
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[PhilZ-cwm6][i9100/P] Stock Kernel+CWM6+Root+exFAT+NTFS-MS3
helo may i ask what kernel version that i'll use for my gt-i9100
PDA:I9100XWMS3
PHONE: 19100XXMS4
CSC: I9100FOPLS6
Build Info: Mon dec 23 21:28:58 kst 2013
how to root this kind of phone, help me please? thankyou
PhilZ-cwm6 which version
Hi,
I have a samsung gallaxy S2 and I am rather confused which version of PhilZ-cwm6 kernel to use. I am wanting to use the most current version possible and I am not sure what version that is nor kernel code. I am wanting to root stock android. When I flashed from stock ICS to JB I used the following offical rom XFC-I9100XWLSS-20130817002141.zip and see below for attached screenshot of my phone details, there are differences in the kernel numbers which is causing confusion. I hope that is all the info that is required. Thank you so much in advance for your reply.
hi all
i need to know which version of kernel best for rom >> I9100XWLSD << ?
I have a GS2 I9100XWLSW, suffering the EMMC brick bug. Still with original kernel, and recovery. Rooted with Framaroot.
I'd want to install Philz in order to install either Omnirom or Cyanogen.
I have seen in the Philz's original thread ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=31310884&postcount=3 ) the link to my PDA version (v5.06.1 ). However on goo.im ( http://goo.im/devs/philz_touch/CWM_Advanced_Edition/i9100 ) I can find a higher updated version (v6.48.4), however this one has no description assuring me that's the correct file for PDA LSW. Is it, also considering my EMMC bug? Or maybe it's just the recovery, without the kernel? If that's the point, then WHERE I can find the latest kernel+recovery for my phone?
Also, which install method should I prefer: update through the zip file, or flash through Odin? First one seems easier, but I heard that it may have problems installing certain Cyanogen versions from the Philz's temporary recovery. I'd want to install Lollipop from either Omnirom or Cyano as soon as they become reasonably stable.. also, Philz v5.06.1 comes with CWM 6.0.3.2, but isn't CWM 6.0.4.4+ required to install KitKat or higher?
Thanks in advance.
EDIT: I also noticed that some zip files are marked LSW-XEU, while others are LSW-OXX.. how do I know which is mine? Actually the complete details of my phone are:
PDA: I9100XWLSW
PHONE: I9100XXMS3
CSC: I9100ITVLS2
Safely root & install cwm on 4.1.2 stock xwlst
sir,
i am a kind of semi-newbie & would like to ask a safe method to root & install cwm on my galaxy s2 on 4.1.2 with xwlst built.
smartphone info is as follows:
Baseband ver: I9100DDLS9
Kernel ver: 3.0.31-1155691
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Mon Apr 22 17:18:49
KST 2013
Build no: JZ054K.I9100XWLST
As i cannot afford new phone i need a safest method to do this......thanks.
plsss help me humans.
What kernel to use?
The instructions are very clear but I don't know what is my kernel number.
My phone details: PDA: I9100XWLPW - Phone: I9100 XXLQ6 - CSC: I9100XSALP6 - stock Android (never touched) 4.0.4.
I want to root for now then I make a full backup and upgrade to stock Android 4.1.2, for now.
Thanks in advance.
i've downloaded the latest file, tried flashing in odin but failed two times already, though i've use the latest odin im pretty sure i followed the guide correctly . tried flashing in stock recovery but there's error. im sure i have the samsung drivers installed in pc. i have rooted phone too. my phone is sg s2 gt i9100. tell me guys what's wrong
Kernel help samsung galaxy s2
Hi,
I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 Model number GT-19100
running Android version 4.1.2
Baseband version 19100XXMS2
Kernel version
3.0.31-1211311
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Thu May 16 10:05:20
KST 2013
I have read how to root etc. but get stuck at the first hurdle as I have no idea what kernel I need.
Phone is as new so never rooted before.
I would really appreciate any help from you guys.
Regards
Kiara
Kiara5 said:
Hi,
I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 Model number GT-19100
running Android version 4.1.2
Baseband version 19100XXMS2
Kernel version
3.0.31-1211311
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Thu May 16 10:05:20
KST 2013
I have read how to root etc. but get stuck at the first hurdle as I have no idea what kernel I need.
Phone is as new so never rooted before.
I would really appreciate any help from you guys.
Regards
Kiara
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Hi,
What you are looking for is the kernel code in the rom build. On mine I can see it under "About device" at the end of build number - I9100XWLSH, it is the XWLSH part you are looking for. You can also see it if you download terminal emulator from the playstore. Just run the terminal and type getprop and press enter. Scroll up until you find [ro.build.PDA]: this is the rom. Again it is the last part of this you need. Hope this helps
noppy22 said:
Hi,
What you are looking for is the kernel code in the rom build. On mine I can see it under "About device" at the end of build number - I9100XWLSH, it is the XWLSH part you are looking for. You can also see it if you download terminal emulator from the playstore. Just run the terminal and type getprop and press enter. Scroll up until you find [ro.build.PDA]: this is the rom. Again it is the last part of this you need. Hope this helps
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Thankyou for that.
Mine says r.build.PDA 19100XWLSW so do I take it mine is XWLSW ?
Now need to find that. Thanks again.
Kiara5 said:
Thankyou for that.
Mine says r.build.PDA 19100XWLSW so do I take it mine is XWLSW ?
Now need to find that. Thanks again.
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Yes thats it
If I'll go for a new version of 4.1.2 and pick between XWLSD, XWMS2, BULPG, JHLSB etc., which version of philz should I choose from the following list? .
Smantanasiceapa said:
If I'll go for a new version of 4.1.2 and pick between XWLSD, XWMS2, BULPG, JHLSB etc., which version of philz should I choose from the following list? .
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I'm not sure I understand, but if you are talking about the stock rom, you should get the latest version for your region. If you want a rooted version of stock I would choose one that has a modified kernel available from the ones @Phil3759 developed. That is, the ones under the latest version in the main thread
noppy22 said:
I'm not sure I understand, but if you are talking about the stock rom, you should get the latest version for your region. If you want a rooted version of stock I would choose one that has a modified kernel available from the ones @Phil3759 developed. That is, the ones under the latest version in the main thread
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Yes, it was about going to stock 4.1.2 and than flaah smth to get root. But I was curious about the cwm6 kernels from @Phil3759 found on the mentioned list
Smantanasiceapa said:
Yes, it was about going to stock 4.1.2 and than flaah smth to get root. But I was curious about the cwm6 kernels from @Phil3759 found on the mentioned list
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The listed files are not kernels, they are updated recoveries. To root your stock rom, you need to find the the kernel below the latest recoveries and match the rom to the kernel code as described in the main thread. You can then flash the latest recovery, then reboot into recovery if you want to for example flash a kitkat or lollipop rom. The older recovery embedded in the modified kernel won't be compatible with these later android versions
noppy22 said:
The listed files are not kernels, they are updated recoveries. To root your stock rom, you need to find the the kernel below the latest recoveries and match the rom to the kernel code as described in the main thread. You can then flash the latest recovery, then reboot into recovery if you want to for example flash a kitkat or lollipop rom. The older recovery embedded in the modified kernel won't be compatible with these later android versions
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Ok. Thank you for your advice
Kernel PhilZ para s2 Lollipop 5.1.1 Resurrection Remix
Hello to all:
I have one s2 with Lollipop Resurrection Remix CM-12.1 v5.1.1_r1 and it wanted to know if it is or It will have Kernel PhilZ for this version.
Thank you.
Rom for Samsung galaxy s2 I9100P
Hi,
I have attached my device screenshot. I am unable to choose the correct ROM according to the Kernel version. Requesting you to provide the link to the correct file i can choose to root the phone.
Thanks
Unbrick..
Download Philz Kernel in .tar format and instal it over Odin 3.0.7 ie than whwn boot up, download on ur internal or better external sd card kernel and recovery(sometimes it is the same one file) and restart ur mob in recovery and instal that new/old recovery which u previosly got before boot loop or bricking... than reinstal ur system or if u have backup just restore it,. Important part is that u need same Recovery u did before U braked up Ur system... Ask 4 more
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So, it is not cous Recovery are included in kernel or something simular, couse that wasnt question,question by user int0x13 was: why i cant find the according link the the philz kernel on the first page of the topic? There it is , reason and answer...
Btw, read carefully, sometimes so tehnical to be isnt best solution
And, i can not understand why man who worked hard and give us his best and his work included his PhiliZ kernel did not suported inough??? Hi deserve it !
My specs:
SCH-I545
Android 4.2.2
Baseband: I545VRUAMDK
Kernel: 3.4.0-562219
[email protected] #1
Build Number: JDQ39.I545VRUAMDK
Rooted
CWM Recovery Installed
My questions:
1. I've found many threads and great instructions for installing CyanogenMod. I'm still having difficulty separating the wheat from the chaff - Which version should I use for my phone, given that I'm an MDK still running 4.2.2?
2. Which version of Gapps will I need for that version of CyanogenMod?
3. If the answers to the previous questions are NO YOU CAN'T DO THAT, is there a way for me to update my Android Version to the most current, and THEN flash CyanogenMod?
I understand that there are resources out there to get this done. I've searched and found most of them. I'm just not entirely clear on which version is most appropriate for my phone, which by most standards here is somewhat pristine in that it's still running MDK, and a bit outdated in that it's running on 4.2.2. Please be gentle with me. I'm just trying to get up to speed and be productive in this forum. Thanks for your help!!
onearmsysiphus said:
My specs:
SCH-I545
Android 4.2.2
Baseband: I545VRUAMDK
Kernel: 3.4.0-562219
[email protected] #1
Build Number: JDQ39.I545VRUAMDK
Rooted
CWM Recovery Installed
My questions:
1. I've found many threads and great instructions for installing CyanogenMod. I'm still having difficulty separating the wheat from the chaff - Which version should I use for my phone, given that I'm an MDK still running 4.2.2?
2. Which version of Gapps will I need for that version of CyanogenMod?
3. If the answers to the previous questions are NO YOU CAN'T DO THAT, is there a way for me to update my Android Version to the most current, and THEN flash CyanogenMod?
I understand that there are resources out there to get this done. I've searched and found most of them. I'm just not entirely clear on which version is most appropriate for my phone, which by most standards here is somewhat pristine in that it's still running MDK, and a bit outdated in that it's running on 4.2.2. Please be gentle with me. I'm just trying to get up to speed and be productive in this forum. Thanks for your help!!
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1) You need to download a nightly version of CM, I would advise reading the thread over there to see which one is the most stable before flashing. From what I've heard though CM has been very buggy.
http://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=jflte&type=nightly
2) You should download the latest version of KitKit's GApps
https://goo.im/gapps/ ( gapps-kk-20140606 )
3) Happy flashing.
onearmsysiphus said:
My specs:
SCH-I545
Android 4.2.2
Baseband: I545VRUAMDK
Kernel: 3.4.0-562219
[email protected] #1
Build Number: JDQ39.I545VRUAMDK
Rooted
CWM Recovery Installed
My questions:
1. I've found many threads and great instructions for installing CyanogenMod. I'm still having difficulty separating the wheat from the chaff - Which version should I use for my phone, given that I'm an MDK still running 4.2.2?
2. Which version of Gapps will I need for that version of CyanogenMod?
3. If the answers to the previous questions are NO YOU CAN'T DO THAT, is there a way for me to update my Android Version to the most current, and THEN flash CyanogenMod?
I understand that there are resources out there to get this done. I've searched and found most of them. I'm just not entirely clear on which version is most appropriate for my phone, which by most standards here is somewhat pristine in that it's still running MDK, and a bit outdated in that it's running on 4.2.2. Please be gentle with me. I'm just trying to get up to speed and be productive in this forum. Thanks for your help!!
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Make sure you have a CWM that is Kitlat capable!!!!
scrillakev said:
1) You need to download a nightly version of CM, I would advise reading the thread over there to see which one is the most stable before flashing. From what I've heard though CM has been very buggy.
http://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=jflte&type=nightly
2) You should download the latest version of KitKit's GApps
https://goo.im/gapps/ ( gapps-kk-20140606 )
3) Happy flashing.
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Scrillakev:
1. Ok. Does CM 11 differ from 10.x in that it isn't compatible with kit Kat? Does it matter what OS I'm running in terms of what version of CM I flash? Can you recommend any particularly stable Roms?
2. Thank you!
3. Thank you again!
npjohnson:
I installed clockworkmod recovery 6.0.4.7 through the flashify app. Can you point me towards a place I can verify that this is the correct version for kit Kat?
Thank you for your help!
onearmsysiphus said:
Scrillakev:
1. Ok. Does CM 11 differ from 10.x in that it isn't compatible with kit Kat? Does it matter what OS I'm running in terms of what version of CM I flash? Can you recommend any particularly stable Roms?
2. Thank you!
3. Thank you again!
npjohnson:
I installed clockworkmod recovery 6.0.4.7 through the flashify app. Can you point me towards a place I can verify that this is the correct version for kit Kat?
Thank you for your help!
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6.0.4.7 is kitkat comp.
Personally, I run the Google Edition ROM, but Ive run CM11, and it works equally well, and had all the CMish stuff. *Some* issues with mms on cm.
In the CM11 thread is a link for CWM 6.0.5.0. I have successfully flashed CM11 with versions as early as 6.0.4.4. There are no KK compatible (meaning they work with everybody) but the most up to date is recommended. The latest nightlies have been very good. The only issue I currently experience is compass orientation is off by 180°. Maps and navigation work properly. I would recommend using the NC5 or NG6 modem only for best results. Don't flash a modem+nonhlos later than MDK, flashing a later modem only is fine and will cause no problems. Because of the kernel and code changes over the last couple months you will want a newer modem to prevent BT/WiFi/Mobile Data issues. Before you flash make a nandroid and be sure to clean flash since you are coming from a different ROM. As for Gapps they are all written by Google so Gapps are Gapps. I use the Paranoid Android flavor, they have also been updated just a few days ago.
Happy Flashing!!
FernBch, thank you for the excellent summary. That is all very useful info, and I feel way more confident about doing all this now thanks to you all.
OK last question - Is there a way for me to update my OS to 4.4 without losing my MDK status? If so, where can I find a procedure for doing that??
You guys rock. Seriously. Thank you!!
onearmsysiphus said:
Scrillakev:
1. Ok. Does CM 11 differ from 10.x in that it isn't compatible with kit Kat? Does it matter what OS I'm running in terms of what version of CM I flash? Can you recommend any particularly stable Roms?
2. Thank you!
3. Thank you again!
npjohnson:
I installed clockworkmod recovery 6.0.4.7 through the flashify app. Can you point me towards a place I can verify that this is the correct version for kit Kat?
Thank you for your help!
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For a stable ROM I would recommend either the Google Play Edition ROM or The Dan's CM ROM.
Also you asked about not losing MDK, you won't lose MDK when flashing those ROMs just be sure to NOT take any OTA updates and you should be fine.
Thank you SkrillaKev! I've hunted a bit to find a thread that explains how to disable OTA but can't seem to find it.
I'm sure it'll pop up.
Hopefully soon - those daily OTA reminders are super annoying!
FernBch, regarding your 180deg compass issue, have you tried third party kernels? I've been fighting this issue for over a year and gave up. I had with stock, stock based, and any other roms I ever tried. Been running GPE rom for some time now, decided to give ktoonsez kernel a try. Compass problem solved! Worth a shot if you haven't tried it yet.
gpz1100 said:
FernBch, regarding your 180deg compass issue, have you tried third party kernels? I've been fighting this issue for over a year and gave up. I had with stock, stock based, and any other roms I ever tried. Been running GPE rom for some time now, decided to give ktoonsez kernel a try. Compass problem solved! Worth a shot if you haven't tried it yet.
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None of the third party kernels work with the latest CM nigbtlies that I know of. When CM made the code and kernel changes they all quit working. As far as I know no one has updated them to work with the latest versions.
^^Good point. Completely forgot that change took place.
Maybe this device will get the support it needs at some point. Maybe not.
So i am trying to root my verison J320 phone, and im having a couple issues, for one i cannot find a stock rom with the correct build number, always has a PP in the middle or doesnt end with PL1, so i am uncertain what stock rom will be safe to grab, and i dont want to experiment with rooting it to much untill i have a solid stock rom, i found one that might be correct but it was a zip folder and i p much have to work with odin. any rate if anyone could provide me with a link to the correct stock rom that would be awesome, also if anyone knows a posible root option for this that would be nice, have tried king and kingo root both PC and Android version, havent even wasted my time trying framaroot because it has never worked for any phone i have ever owned, i found a CF autoroot for the SM-J320R4, but again not really wanting to gamble on that working untill i at least have a solid stock rom for backup
No heckling about me being stupid enough to buy a verison phone when i basically require root, i know it was stupid, i live in an area where verison is the only reliable carrier so my options are VERY limited here, i have been using phones with no signal in half the places i go for a year and im sick of it, so i want to make this bastard work.
i dont mind custom OS, hell i love custom OS, so that is also an option, my bootloader is locked so odin only please, any workarounds to unlock my bootloader and possibly get rid of knox will also be gladly accepted but unless someone can find me that stock rom i am not gonna test to much as i still owe like... 180$ on this phone
Specs:
Model Number: SM-J320V
Android Version: 6.0.1
Android Security Patch Level: Dec 1, 2016
Baseband Version: J20VVRS2APL1
Kernel Version: 3.10.49 [email protected] #1
Build Number: MMB29M.J320VVRS2APL1
SE for Android Status: Enforcing SEPF_SECMOBILE_6.0.1_0030
Thank you
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http://auto-download.com/download/g..._repair_user_low_ship_multi_cert_tar_rar.html
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http://auto-download.com/download/g..._repair_user_low_ship_multi_cert_tar_rar.html
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Thanks Anthony
Anthony, looks like archive is password-protected. Can you share the pass please ? TIA
Link is broken
WFADER said:
Link is broken
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Retried it again today and it started downloading. *Crossing Fingers*
WFADER said:
Retried it again today and it started downloading. *Crossing Fingers*
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Got it installed, made a call, and worked with T-Mobile. Then went to bed at night and when i woke up it asked to install an update and I hit install. After that it hasn't been able to make any more calls. I did only test that one call. So not entirely sure the update is to blame.
password?
I have the same phone but through Verizon, will this work?
password is
pass: http://auto-download.com
http://auto-download.com/download/g..._repair_user_low_ship_multi_cert_tar_rar.html
Sorry the file is corrupted.
Here is the correct file. Not tested by me yet.
https://www.4shared.com/zip/bIadKgDRce/J320VVRS2APL1.html
Hello Samsung j320v on not rooting my phone plz give me TWRP file.......?
is this a root method?