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Kies Won't Connect for GPS Fix - "PC Connection Only Available in Idle Screen"
Howdy folks,
Curious about the Kies firmware update with the GPS et al fix. Before I risk it, and perhaps not wait for TMobile OTA (whenever that may be), I want to connect via Kies (turned on that option from USB per thread on this), however I get the "PC only available in idle screen close running applications and try again" or something to that effect. I have killed all tasks, but do I need to kill Launcher Pro to get it to recognize the device for the firmware update or how do I get it to that condition?
I soft bricked this a long time ago but restored, recovered using this advice:
http://androidspin.com/2010/08/09/how-to-restore-or-recover-your-samsung-vibrant/
And those PIT and Tmobile stock image. Since then I have rooted and the OCLF and things are /have been working fine, (other than I can't get the OTA updates option because it says it can't initialize).
How can I get KIES to recognize this device by getting to the idle condition and should I?
Thanks for any assistance, I did search the threads and believe maybe it's Launcher Pro but want to be sure.
Thanks!
Kelly "I Love My Phone More Than I Should " Dugan
You can flash via Odin again with this zip file. To update via Kies you need to use the TouchWiz Launcher and nothing else.
http://www.multiupload.com/IKH3BSS9IM
Thanks this worked , using launch pro , now started TWlauncher n its connnecting
thank you very much, I think I'm just going to wait based on recent feedback from Tmo and others NOT to use the KIE update. Patience is a virtue (which I need more of). If it gets into November and no dice, I'll give it a shot.
paz
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My Galaxy s 2 has gingerbread 2.3.3 it has
PDA:KE8
PHONE:KE2
CSC:KE2(INU) Indian version
new update has
PDA:KE3
PHONE:KE4
CSC:KE3(INU)
but when download complete via kies , it not abe to update as it says failed to convert in upgrade mode. any one having same issue? any one has here offcial indian version upgrade ? please provide me link for offcial rom for this update.
i have the same problem
first go to the firewall and make kies connect to net
and when you start kies start as administration "right click and run as administration"
or you can update through odin.
nic007rvs said:
My Galaxy s 2 has gingerbread 2.3.3 it has
PDA:KE8
PHONE:KE2
CSC:KE2(INU) Indian version
new update has
PDA:KE3
PHONE:KE4
CSC:KE3(INU)
but when download complete via kies , it not abe to update as it says failed to convert in upgrade mode. any one having same issue? any one has here offcial indian version upgrade ? please provide me link for offcial rom for this update.
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You need to make sure that usb debugging is off. That being said, Kies sucks big time. If you want to use Kies try the wireless version seems to be a bit better.
There's a update to Kies available. I went to use it last night & a big update came through ?
Phone not syncing to kies in the 1st place!!
My phone doesn't want to connect to kies, it's written connected on the phone but still gives the connecting to device msg on kies on the PC, kept waiting and waiting, but nothing!
I tried with usb debugging method, the storage medium could be read. But no way with Kies!!!
What's wrong?? Please advice me what to do?
Install latest Kies .
jje
As has been suggested try the wireless version also make sure the phone is connected before you open Kies.
Is there some setting in your phone preventing Kies from connecting.
I've only got my S2 a few days so I'm not really into it yet.
I find that Kies is very very slow in connecting.Seems to take forever but it was quite fast over Bluetooth.
I'm also havin same problem but in my case I cant upgrade firmware via Wifi...
Actually I lost my data cable (though ordered a new one today) but yesterdar a new version of kies came and when connected via wifi ... the upgrade firmware window popped up...
but when I tried upgrading it downloaded some components (Preparing firmware ...) and then on my phone I saw tht its already disconnected n after a few sec an error came up (in kies) saying "FirmwareUpdate has stopped working" .... Interestingly kies application keeps running after this error but disconnected... I've google a lot on this but no luck (I thnk most of d ppl pref to upgrade it via usb and not wifi) ...
Also tried reinstalling kies and "factory reset" phone but no avail.
Plz help as i deadly need this upgrade (as my battery's draining very heavily on wifi.. may be this upgrade improves smthng... )
I have a Samsung S2 (UK version), which is running perfectly. But whenever I check for updates on the phone, I get a "Connection failed" message. This always happen. But I have no connection problems. I presume that this phone simply does not update OTA?
I think that you are meant to use Samsung Kies to update the phone? I have downloaded and installed this software on my laptop, which runs Windows 8 Developer Preview. But Kies will not run. When I try, I get a "Kies has stopped working" error message. This happens every time. I have tried running this application in various compatibility modes.It never works. I presume that Kies does not work with Windows 8?
Assuming both of my presumptions are correct, is there any way that I can check for updates for my phone?
Stock Firmware + Root + Mobile Odin.
I too have a Samsung GS2 (unlocked, unrooted, Carphone Warehouse UK version). When I am connected by wireless to my router I have no trouble connecting to the server but so far all I get is, "No update available" which is correct as I have 2.3.4 installed and 2.3.5 isn't officially available for CPW GS2 yet.
You can check for updates using Check Fus Downloader 2.1 from here:http://fus.nanzen.se/
I'm not sure what is being said here.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S2 in the UK support over the air (OTA) updates? Are you saying that I will get an update for my phone when one is available? Or must I (try to) install Samsung Kies, which is giving me all sorts of problems?
Has anyone managed to installed Kies on a Windows 8 (Dev. Rel.) PC?
bobbyelliott said:
I'm not sure what is being said here.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S2 in the UK support over the air (OTA) updates?
Maybe depend s OTA updates are slowly rolling out you have to try .
Their is no a single UK product they are often network supplied and networks do not always update .
Are you saying that I will get an update for my phone when one is available? Or must I (try to) install Samsung Kies,
Kies will give you an update if their is an update for your product code .
jje
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You said, "I get a "Connection failed" message. This always happen. But I have no connection problems."
My reply was to inform you that I DO get connected and get a reply from Samsung server therefore your assumption that the GS2 cannot get OTA updates because your 'phone doesn't connect does not follow. The fact that the reply from Samsung server says, "No update available" doesn't necessarily mean that OTA updates cannot be had, only that at that time of asking there wasn't any to be had.
You also asked, "is there any way that I can check for updates for my phone?"
I gave you a link for that. You're welcome!
EDIT: To be clear, I am not saying that all updates WILL be available OTA just that OTA updates are possible with GS2.
Is anyone able to tell me if Kies works with Windows 8 Developer Preview?
Never heard that it does as you are the first Win 8 + Kies poster i would guess not .
jje
i am happy to confirm that windows 8 developers release does nor support Samsung Kies.
Hello
Can someone please advise if there have used software update under "Settings > About Phone > Software Update".
As it requires you to create Samsung acoount!!
Does that do the same thing as Kies when connected to the PC?
Thank You
Yes, it's essentially the same thing. Kies will flash newer firmware onto the phone via PC. The Samsung "software update" on the phone delivers the same newer firmware OTA (over the air).
Thank You for all your help
Thanks
Hi,
I just bought a Amazfit Pace today. I tried to connect it to my phone (Huawei P20 Pro) immediately, but to my dismay, I only got "Couldn't Pair" error repeatedly. After some research, I found out that the older firmware have an issue to connect to Android 8.1 or later. Many articles suggested that I should connect the watch to a device running Android 8.0 or earlier, then get the firmware update, and then connect to the new phone.
The problem is, I don't have any device that is running with older Android. Both my LG V20 and Huawei P20 Pro is running on Android 8.1. In that case how can I update the firmware of the watch without connecting to the phone? Is there any way to update via PC?
Must be someone around you with Android phone and older version. Should be easier to convince such person to install the app, update the watch and uninstall than root (avoid warranty) and flash with pc.
Sent from my XT1635-02 using Tapatalk
It can be done from the computer too, no need to use a second phone. Check Global Huami Amazfit Smartwatches Group on Facebook (link on @1immortal signature ).
use these files for a manual update of the watch from your PC - https://mega.nz/#F!SI1XWSwC!2uYCCJ0e6vweO0LK-fDndA
Thanks guys, I managed to get it updated via old tablet I've kept it in my drawer for so long that I even forgot it. Now I've received the firmware update (1.3.8a) and able to connect to my phone.
now the problem is, once connected to my phone, there is a notification saying that Rom version 2.8.1.0 is available and asking me to update. I clicked update but nothing happened. It's a bit annoying now. Has anyone encountered this issue? I tried to connect my watch to my other phone (LG V20) and also it happened the same. I hope I don't need to go back to my tablet for another firmware update.
you need to wait, the 2.x.x.x update is a full rom, its some 300MB
spiderx_mm said:
Thanks guys, I managed to get it updated via old tablet I've kept it in my drawer for so long that I even forgot it. Now I've received the firmware update (1.3.8a) and able to connect to my phone.
now the problem is, once connected to my phone, there is a notification saying that Rom version 2.8.1.0 is available and asking me to update. I clicked update but nothing happened. It's a bit annoying now. Has anyone encountered this issue? I tried to connect my watch to my other phone (LG V20) and also it happened the same. I hope I don't need to go back to my tablet for another firmware update.
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I'm facing same problem with my girlfriend's watch. You managed to get it updated?
guimendes said:
I'm facing same problem with my girlfriend's watch. You managed to get it updated?
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Yes, from the watch, go to Settings> Connections and connect to Wifi. Then, go to Settings > Update. There it will download the latest version and install.
spiderx_mm said:
Yes, from the watch, go to Settings> Connections and connect to Wifi. Then, go to Settings > Update. There it will download the latest version and install.
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When I try to connect to Wifi, it asks me to write the password in the app, but the app doesn't show me a field for this. Can you help me please how to connect to Wifi network?
I had some minor annoyances with this too, bought the watch in official store 2 days ago. Just give it couple of tries, on a phone with android 7. You will succeed eventually. As I said, minor annoyance but since I updated it, I enjoy it
What I do see happening now, though, is probably large number of returns from people who don't know a lot about this kind of stuff. Store opened 2 days ago in Croatia, probably set some records, there was a line in front of the store whole day, it would be a shame if many people came back third day with complaints about unusable watches.
guimendes said:
When I try to connect to Wifi, it asks me to write the password in the app, but the app doesn't show me a field for this. Can you help me please how to connect to Wifi network?
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Try to un-install and re-install the Amazfit Watch app. You need to be in the ROM version 1.3.8a and pair the watch with the phone. Then, open the app before you do anything. Connect the watch to Wifi. Once the watch asked u to enter Wifi password on the phone, the phone should prompt you to do it.