Kies is telling me that there is an update available for my Alpha
From: PDA:NK1 /CSC:NK1/Phone:NJ4 (BTU)
To: PDA:NK3 / CSC:NK1 / PHONE:NK2 (BTU)
Does anyone know what this upgrade is and if my phone will still be able to be rooted afterwards? It is a SMG-850F
Thanks
Trevor
OK, I can answer my own question. It does install a new kernel but Chainfire's excellent CF-AutoRoot re-roots it no problem.
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Hello,
I purchased my Galaxy S2 back in May and right now, I am running the following:
I9100XXKDH
I am from the UK and was wondering if a official upgraded firmware versions has been released for UK phones after I9100XXKDH? I can't seem to download the latest version from Kies as my phone is having trouble connecting to it. I have tried everything. Is there another way to install the official latest update?
Thanks.
Look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278 for the firmware you require. Then flash with Odin.
If you don't know what Odin is try searching the forum
KF2 probably latest general UK release but not all networks .
Odin does not install the official update that you get from the phone provider it installs stock Samsung rom .
Stock rom topic in dev section .
jje
Hey guys,
I am very new to android and this forum as well
I bought my sgs2 outright from Optus Telechoice, and recently i upgraded its firmware via Kies.
This is the firmware information shown in Kies whenever the phone is connected with usb:
PDA:KG1 / PHONE:KF3 / CSC:KG1 (OPS)
it says this is my current and the latest firmware.
*NEVER rooted my phone before, phone was shipped with KE7 if not mistaken.
Ok my question starts here, i've been reading forums for quite a while, and i notice that very few user have the same firmware as mine. i wonder why?
First of all, I heard that the official 2.3.4 firmware has been released via KIES, i really like to get the update but KIES said my current firmware is the latest.
I read this sentence from:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
saying that:
These packages below are not official firmware packages, they are Frankenstein package created due to demand for Firmware with different CSC and modems. KIES will not recognise the firmware so you won't be able to update to new firmware using KIES unless you flash back to a firmware meant for your device first. Otherwise there will always be Odin to use for updates
and i found the exact same firmware version as shown in my KIES:
Optus OPSKG1 CSC: http://www.multiupload.com/EPWZTIMS1F
which proves that my current version is a kind of so called
+++++++[Frankenstein Firmwares]+++++++, which may restrict me from receiving the latest firmware.
As mentioned from the above, 'KIES will not recognise the firmware so you won't be able to update to new firmware using KIES unless you flash back to a firmware meant for your device first.'
In this case, which firmware is meant for my device?!
* I really wanted to get rid of the Optus bloatware by flashing the stock firmware PLUS get the latest official update 2.3.4 rolled out by KIES.
Can anyone please teach me how and what to do? appreciate that and thanks in advance to any who reply me.
*i am an adroid newbie pls bear with me!
Images shown in my sgs2 and KIES:
PDA:KG1 / PHONE:KF3 / CSC:KG1 (OPS)
it says this is my current and the latest firmware.
CORRECT
First of all, I heard that the official 2.3.4 firmware has been released via KIES, i
NO
i notice that very few user have the same firmware as mine. i wonder why?
Because they have flashed a later version via ODIN of stock Samsung firmware that may be a leaked version .
which proves that my current version is a kind of so called
+++++++[Frankenstein Firmwares]+++++++,
No not if you updated via Kies you are not understanding the post .
In this case, which firmware is meant for my device?!
The one you have on it is the latest for your device as installed by Kies .
I really wanted to get rid of the Optus bloatware by flashing the stock firmware PLUS get the latest official update 2.3.4 rolled out by KIES.
One Samsung path and wait for 2.3.4 to be rolled out by your network via Kies .
Or two unofficial method of updating firmware using stock Samsung firmware flashed via Odin.
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
FAQ
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1065995
Wip
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125282
jje
JJEgan said:
PDA:KG1 / PHONE:KF3 / CSC:KG1 (OPS)
it says this is my current and the latest firmware.
CORRECT
First of all, I heard that the official 2.3.4 firmware has been released via KIES, i
NO
i notice that very few user have the same firmware as mine. i wonder why?
Because they have flashed a later version via ODIN of stock Samsung firmware that may be a leaked version .
which proves that my current version is a kind of so called
+++++++[Frankenstein Firmwares]+++++++,
No not if you updated via Kies you are not understanding the post .
In this case, which firmware is meant for my device?!
The one you have on it is the latest for your device as installed by Kies .
I really wanted to get rid of the Optus bloatware by flashing the stock firmware PLUS get the latest official update 2.3.4 rolled out by KIES.
One Samsung path and wait for 2.3.4 to be rolled out by your network via Kies .
Or two unofficial method of updating firmware using stock Samsung firmware flashed via Odin.
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
FAQ
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1065995
Wip
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125282
jje
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Hi,
First of all thank you for the replies.
are you sure the official 2.3.4 hasn't come out via KIES?
I read some posts regarding the official release though.
Once again from my understanding, my kind of firmware (PDA:KG1 / PHONE:KF3 / CSC:KG1 (OPS)) is actually released by Optus via KIES, it is actually more like the OPTUS (and australian phone carrier) version of this firmware, thats why there are few users compared to the majority.
So what u mean is even though others (non-optus user) might get the update BUT i have to wait for OPTUS itself to roll out the update via KIES, right?
Okay lets not talk about official 2.3.4.
AND one more thing, i would really like to remove the Optus bloatware by flashing STOCK firmware via Odin, but i have no idea which STOCK firmware i have to choose from. i'm aware that there are a lot of stock firmwares available from the link provided above, but which is the appropriate as well as the latest STOCK firmware for my unit.
Since my current firmware is PDA:KG1 / PHONE:KF3 / CSC:KG1 (OPS), obviously it is a Optus-based firmware, so which STOCK firmware do i have to choose from? what is the 'stock version' for my current firmware as listed from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
i am really stuck here. Hope you understand my situation.
Thanks once again mate
JVDROID said:
Hi,
First of all thank you for the replies.
are you sure the official 2.3.4 hasn't come out via KIES?
I read some posts regarding the official release though.
Links please to these posts .
Might be a China release of 2.3.4
Once again from my understanding, my kind of firmware (PDA:KG1 / PHONE:KF3 / CSC:KG1 (OPS)) is actually released by Optus via KIES, it is actually more like the OPTUS (and australian phone carrier) version of this firmware, thats why there are few users compared to the majority.
So what u mean is even though others (non-optus user) might get the update BUT i have to wait for OPTUS itself to roll out the update via KIES, right?
But that is exactly the same for alll network branded or supplied phones .
O
AND one more thing, i would really like to remove the Optus bloatware by flashing STOCK firmware via Odin, but i have no idea which STOCK firmware i have to choose from. i'm aware that there are a lot of stock firmwares available from the link provided above, but which is the appropriate as well as the latest STOCK firmware for my unit.
Stock = Samsung release so pick what you want for your area .
Since my current firmware is PDA:KG1 / PHONE:KF3 / CSC:KG1 (OPS), obviously it is a Optus-based firmware, so which STOCK firmware do i have to choose from? what is the 'stock version' for my current firmware as listed from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Best match will be the Frankenstein version KG3 Android 2.3.4
as below from the same link .
XXKG3
Android 2.3.4
This package has: PDA:XXKG3| PHONE: XXKG3| CSC:XEUKD1
Download: http://www.multiupload.com/G3X5DJSUBK
Followed by CSC flash via Odin .
Optus OPSKG1 CSC: http://www.multiupload.com/EPWZTIMS1F
End result
2.3.4 stock rom debranded with CSC for your area
jje
XXKG3 Stock Kernel: http://www.multiupload.com/7LEXO574OT
Password: [email protected]
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JJEgan said:
JVDROID said:
Hi,
First of all thank you for the replies.
are you sure the official 2.3.4 hasn't come out via KIES?
I read some posts regarding the official release though.
Links please to these posts .
Might be a China release of 2.3.4
Once again from my understanding, my kind of firmware (PDA:KG1 / PHONE:KF3 / CSC:KG1 (OPS)) is actually released by Optus via KIES, it is actually more like the OPTUS (and australian phone carrier) version of this firmware, thats why there are few users compared to the majority.
So what u mean is even though others (non-optus user) might get the update BUT i have to wait for OPTUS itself to roll out the update via KIES, right?
But that is exactly the same for alll network branded or supplied phones .
O
AND one more thing, i would really like to remove the Optus bloatware by flashing STOCK firmware via Odin, but i have no idea which STOCK firmware i have to choose from. i'm aware that there are a lot of stock firmwares available from the link provided above, but which is the appropriate as well as the latest STOCK firmware for my unit.
Stock = Samsung release so pick what you want for your area .
Since my current firmware is PDA:KG1 / PHONE:KF3 / CSC:KG1 (OPS), obviously it is a Optus-based firmware, so which STOCK firmware do i have to choose from? what is the 'stock version' for my current firmware as listed from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Best match will be the Frankenstein version KG3 Android 2.3.4
as below from the same link .
XXKG3
Android 2.3.4
This package has: PDA:XXKG3| PHONE: XXKG3| CSC:XEUKD1
Download: http://www.multiupload.com/G3X5DJSUBK
Followed by CSC flash via Odin .
Optus OPSKG1 CSC: http://www.multiupload.com/EPWZTIMS1F
End result
2.3.4 stock rom debranded with CSC for your area
jje
XXKG3 Stock Kernel: http://www.multiupload.com/7LEXO574OT
Password: [email protected]
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Yes China have the 2.3.4 already, but in The Netherlands we must wait a week
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Hello All, I have a few questions which I hope to get answered here in this great forum.
I have T-Mobile UK loacked and branded SGS2. The Firmware info which is get by pressing *#1234# is
Code:
PDA : I9100BOKE3
PHONE : I9100BOKD1
CSC : I9100TMUKE3
I have tried to update the software from Settings > About phone > Software update but it never connects to the server hence I stopped trying. Now I have following questions:
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Question 1. Rooting.
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I have read the thread --[17.08.2011][CF-Root v4.1] KE2/7/8, KF1/2/3/4, KG1/2/3/5/6/7, KH1/3 - su+bb+CWM4-- None of the rooted kernals (zip file) match my kernal which in my case is KE3.
Do I have to flash a different version of fimware/kernel before rebooting?
If yes,
Can I use latest generic UK firmware
Code:
XWKF3
PDA:XWKF3
PHONE: XXKE7
Build date: 09/06/2011
provided in thread --[ROM + Guide]Official i9100 Firmwares KF1/2/3/4/, KG1/2/3/5/6/7, KH1/3 Download--
There are two files under this firmware which relate to my phone
XEU (Generic UK+Europe) and XWKF3 Stock Kernel
Which one of these files do I need to flash.
If No,
Then what else do I have to do===============================================================================
Question 2. Unlocking.
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After I have rooted the device I intend to unlock it. Odia has mentioned in his thread --[HOWTO] GT-I9100 Free SIM Unlock via nv_data.bin by Odia-- that the unlock method only works for
HW Version MP 1.200 and further in post 284 He says
Samsung have now moved to the new simlock protection across the GT-I9100 range even MP 1.200 hardware has it @ least from KG1.
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Will I be able to unlock if I have the latest UK firmware XWKF3 mentioned in question 1?
How do I check Hadware version of my SGS2
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Question 3. Debranding.
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As my phone T-Mobile branded, I want to de-brand it.
jutley has provided a method to de-brand O2 branded SGS2 in his thread -[GUIDE] Debrand & Rebrand back to O2 for Samsung Galaxy S2-.
So if I use XWKF3 UK generic firmware during rooting and change CSC will it de-brand my phone too or I have to use the earlist UK firmware for de-branding.
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Question 4. Future Updates.
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Do I have to keep using flash method to update the firmware or I can use KIES.
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Question 5. Resetting Flash counter.
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I have heard that there is some counter in SGS2 to track how many times the phone has been flashed.
I have read about USB jig on internet that automatically resets the flash count.
Is there any mod I can do to accomplish this without usinf USB jig.
I hope I have explained all my questions properly and await positive reply.
Read this thread,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928.
Regards.
Hi,
I have a T-Mobile SGS2 and I downloaded Keis and it updated my phone to KF3, I then found the rooted kernel for T-Mobile KF3 and flashed that using Odin. (it's in the link posted above)
Now I can have backlight notification installed but I've probably bust my warranty.
Well, yes if you root then bang goes your warranty. Do you have a yellow triangle with a ! symbol when you boot the phone? That's shows you have installed a custom rom, and have more than likely voided your warranty.
But don't worry! Just flash an official firmware from the thread above and your SGS2 is back to it's original form and your warranty is intact.
gadjet0 said:
Hi,
I have a T-Mobile SGS2 and I downloaded Keis and it updated my phone to KF3, I then found the rooted kernel for T-Mobile KF3 and flashed that using Odin. (it's in the link posted above)
Now I can have backlight notification installed but I've probably bust my warranty.
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So I have 1 question answered:
To root my device I can upgrade my firmware to KF3 using Kies and then root my device using Chainfire's CF-Root v4.1.
Can you confirm that I can still unlock the device after update?
I had apple iPhone 4 and by mistake I updated it to latest firmware which makes unlocking impossible because I can't revert the firmware back anymore.
Do we have the same issue with SGS2
t4ure4n said:
So I have 1 question answered:
To root my device I can upgrade my firmware to KF3 using Kies and then root my device using Chainfire's CF-Root v4.1.
Can you confirm that I can still unlock the device after update?
I had apple iPhone 4 and by mistake I updated it to latest firmware which makes unlocking impossible because I can't revert the firmware back anymore.
Do we have the same issue with SGS2
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I paid for my unlock code from T-Mobile so I could use my O2 SIM (Long story). After the kernel flash to root the device it still worked with my O2 SIM.
I should have rooted it first (Hindsight is wodnderful!) and then run the unlock App, OH Well.
Hello,
I am with AT&T in the US and recently bought the Galaxy S2. My device happens to be a French version. My firmware is
PDA: KG1 / PHONE: KG1 / CSC: KG2 (XEF). It's 2.3.3.
Can I upgrade to the latest EU 2.3.4? If so, which package should I download in the intratech thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278)?
1. Any reason not to upgrade?
2. Will it wipe the phone?
3. Will Kies still recognize the firmware after the update and continues to notify me of future updates based on this newly flashed firmware?
Thank you for helping this newbie out.
Can anyone help?
HI,
When i connect to kies it shows as below:
Current Firmware: PDA:LJ2 / PHONE:LID / CSC:LJ2(XEF) - version 4.1.1
Latest Firmware: PDA:MC2 / PHONE:LKB / CSC:MB1 (XEF) - 4.1.2???
I need some help & troubleshooting info:
1. Is the lastest firmware version 4.1.2?
2. Kies downloaded the latest upgrade and then showed me Allow 'AdminDelegator' to modify my computer setting. I said yes.
But after that, Kies got freezed, it didnt start the installation. My S3 doesn't show the downloading....
Am I missing something in the upgrade procedure?
Thanks..
UserGTI9300 said:
HI,
When i connect to kies it shows as below:
Current Firmware: PDA:LJ2 / PHONE:LID / CSC:LJ2(XEF) - version 4.1.1
Latest Firmware: PDA:MC2 / PHONE:LKB / CSC:MB1 (XEF) - 4.1.2???
I need some help & troubleshooting info:
1. Is the lastest firmware version 4.1.2?
2. Kies downloaded the latest upgrade and then showed me Allow 'AdminDelegator' to modify my computer setting. I said yes.
But after that, Kies got freezed, it didnt start the installation. My S3 doesn't show the downloading....
Am I missing something in the upgrade procedure?
Thanks..
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KIES is somewhat annoying to use lol. Why don't you just use the OTA feature of the phone? It's much faster that way.
SignetSphere said:
KIES is somewhat annoying to use lol. Why don't you just use the OTA feature of the phone? It's much faster that way.
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HI,
Thanks for the reply. I have already tried OTA, but it says No updates available. So was I trying with Kies. Kies downloads the firmware and then the it gets freezed when about to start the initialization and never responds back.
Upgrade via Odin saves you posting the same question in multiple threads .
Multiple posts of the same question is against the rules .
Or get Samsung service to update for you .
jje