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Hi, my Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3.
My device is bought in Singapore.
Its my first time rooting my device.
Ran into a problem that I couldn't turn on my wifi anymore. (tried wifi fixer app and turning airplane mode on and off)
I have successfully rooted my device as verified with the Root Checker App.
I have downloaded all the files from
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2330598
I should done all steps correctly.
After I have done those steps, I downloaded Simons_JB_Rom_v100_based_on_AMH1.zip
from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2374899
Transferred it into my phone then I proceeded on installing the Custom ROM.
I've backed up my stuffs through the the recovery.
I have reset my phone to factory settings, wiped the cache partition, wiped Delvik cache.
I did a restart but i did not see any "Yellow exclamation logo".
After all, I proceeded on to install the ROM.
I cant turn on my wifi from now on. I've tried to download the "Wifi Fixer" app but it wont work.
I got a feeling that I have not erased my previous stock ROM but I proceeded on to installing the custom ROM.
Any kind souls out there who can help me or give me some links that I could refer to?
Thank you in advance! :fingers-crossed:
UPDATE:
I've tried installing Cassie's XtraLiteRom.
Downloaded from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2372863
But I ran into some errors and the installation was aborted.
Ignore the error at the end of th install its installed ok
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thering1975 said:
Ignore the error at the end of th install its installed ok
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The installation of the Cassie's XtraLiteRom wont complete at all. I cant get the wifi work at all.
krisyap said:
The installation of the Cassie's XtraLiteRom wont complete at all. I cant get the wifi work at all.
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You need to do a complete wipe and install a stock rom and verify if the phone works. If it does then start again with rooting etc. If not return it for a replacement or repair.
Kangburra said:
You need to do a complete wipe and install a stock rom and verify if the phone works. If it does then start again with rooting etc. If not return it for a replacement or repair.
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As mentioned in the first post, I did it all correctly? i think i am only unsure on how to do a complete wipe. i restored back to the previous backup. it is working again. but i wish to have a custom ROM installed.
krisyap said:
As mentioned in the first post, I did it all correctly? i think i am only unsure on how to do a complete wipe. i restored back to the previous backup. it is working again. but i wish to have a custom ROM installed.
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Just install the custom Rom over the top of the old one, no need to do factory reset or wipe anything. The custom roms are based on stock anyway.
Try that and see how it goes.
krisyap said:
As mentioned in the first post, I did it all correctly? i think i am only unsure on how to do a complete wipe. i restored back to the previous backup. it is working again. but i wish to have a custom ROM installed.
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I have same problem like you, and I finally fail back to stock rom of my region. Then get the root access and delete all bloatware.
So any update of your case, maybe we have the same root cause
I know that this thread is very old but I didn't want to make a new topic on something that was similiar to the problem I was having, apoliges if making a new thread was the right thing. I just really need you all's help.
I'm in need of some assistance.
I have my Galaxy Mega on Metro Pcs. Woke up today and decided to root it or at least ( attempt ) to root it myself. I looked up a couple tutorials and eventually did it. BUT, due to me being inexperienced I didn't make a "backup" of anything.
So now, I'm stuck with a Galaxy Mega that seems to be rooted on another platform other than Metro's. I also am unable to use the Wifi feature, and it seems that I can't transfer files via USB - PC
I tried reverting my mistake but I don't think I'm flashing the right thing. Can someone please guide me in the right direction as to flashing this Mega back to the way it was. I don't want to bother with the root anymore, I just want the phone back to the way it was.
I'd really appreciate any help you gentlemen could give me.
Bran95 said:
I know that this thread is very old but I didn't want to make a new topic on something that was similiar to the problem I was having, apoliges if making a new thread was the right thing. I just really need you all's help.
I'm in need of some assistance.
I have my Galaxy Mega on Metro Pcs. Woke up today and decided to root it or at least ( attempt ) to root it myself. I looked up a couple tutorials and eventually did it. BUT, due to me being inexperienced I didn't make a "backup" of anything.
So now, I'm stuck with a Galaxy Mega that seems to be rooted on another platform other than Metro's. I also am unable to use the Wifi feature, and it seems that I can't transfer files via USB - PC
I tried reverting my mistake but I don't think I'm flashing the right thing. Can someone please guide me in the right direction as to flashing this Mega back to the way it was. I don't want to bother with the root anymore, I just want the phone back to the way it was.
I'd really appreciate any help you gentlemen could give me.
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you can get the firmware from here: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/1/?model=SGH-M819N&pcode=0
download the zip file. than unzip it and flash it through odin.
That site doesn't have the firmware for the U.S. Galaxy Mega 6.3
Any other link I could try?
Bran95 said:
That site doesn't have the firmware for the U.S. Galaxy Mega 6.3
Any other link I could try?
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yes it does. thats the link
bnb25 said:
yes it does. thats the link
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I followed the link but I don't see where the it says United States after I check Galaxy Mega 6.3
I could be doing something wrong, but I'm sure I'm choosing the proper Mega Model.
After I click country, there is no option for America/United States
Bran95 said:
I followed the link but I don't see where the it says United States after I check Galaxy Mega 6.3
I could be doing something wrong, but I'm sure I'm choosing the proper Mega Model.
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you'd be better off using kies. try using kies: http://www.samsung.com/us/kies/#downloadWindows
bnb25 said:
you don't choose anything, just scroll down on the page. you'd be better off using kies.
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Ohk. Now I see it. Download, going to try what you suggested now.
Bran95 said:
Ohk. Now I see it. Download, going to try what you suggested now.
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I'd just try using kies. it will give you the firmware update and take it back to stock with no root and no custom recovery. http://www.samsung.com/us/kies/#downloadWindows
bnb25 said:
I'd just try using kies. it will give you the firmware update and take it back to stock with no root and no custom recovery.
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Oh really? That's great news. So if I update via Kies.. The phone should go back to full factory restoration is what your saying? I really hope this works, installing Kies as we speak.
Bran95 said:
Oh really? That's great news. So if I update via Kies.. The phone should go back to full factory restoration is what your saying? I really hope this works, installing Kies as we speak.
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yes. I just used it to update the firmware. it took it back to stock.
bnb25 said:
yes. I just used it to update the firmware. it took it back to stock.
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I appreciate your help mate. I did the restore via Kies, it worked flawlessly. I am so relieved.
I'd shake your hand if I could.. xD
Bran95 said:
I appreciate your help mate. I did the restore via Kies, it worked flawlessly. I am so relieved.
I'd shake your hand if I could.. xD
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Glad it worked for you. :good:
Bran95 said:
That site doesn't have the firmware for the U.S. Galaxy Mega 6.3
Any other link I could try?
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You can check xxucna2-firmware-for-galaxy-mega-6.3. i think it is US Based..
http://androidcentral.us/2014/01/in...d-4-2-2-xxucna2-firmware-for-galaxy-mega-6-3/ :good:
:::: Im not responsible if you brick Your Phone ::::
Flashable via Odin
Why would I you need this:
1-You want the 4.2.2 FW 'Alors Voila'
2-You bootlooped or other reason and you don't have a Nandroid / Backup. and No yet official Firmware for Canadian Carrier and you surely don't want to send it to Samsung So you can do this one.
3-Cause I Want it
what its not working:
the Phone ( trying to fix it )
Force Close:
S Note flash the csc so snote won't forceclose . Download
If with the download its still not working so add it manually and put the permission
For files permissions is
XXX
X
X
For folders
XXX
X. X
X X
And reboot
Download:
4.2.2 i467M Only ( Canadian 4G Lte Note 8.0 )
Beside you wont see the developer submenu so u cant click on debug. but they're still on the phone, so nobody freak out. Google hasn't taken the "developer" out of its Nexus line, and it's not going to anytime soon. But the settings have been hidden from casual view in the settings menu. Here's how to get them back:
1. Go to the settings menu, and scroll down to "About phone." Tap it.
2. Scroll down to the bottom again, where you see "Build number." (Your build number may vary from ours here.)
3. Tap it seven (7) times. After the third tap, you'll see a playful dialog that says you're four taps away from being a developer. (If only it were that simple, eh?) Keep on tapping, and *poof*, you've got the developer settings back.
for more info visit this link
If u want the s translator download the zip file http://db.tt/ADug1EoL extract it copy s translator to app and set the permission. And now for the libnmsp_vocoder.so add it in system/lib ( and set the permission) reboot the tablet.
if you have the AT&T ( i467 ) Nah do not touch
Do you want the resizable note 2 popup browse? So download this as any app http://db.tt/yGNx9PnV
Enjoy it
Hi, thanks for doing this.
I've been wanting 4.2.2 for my sgh-i467m (Rogers) for a long time.
But I do really need the S-Note function. So I'll wait until you add S-Note
I have a question though. I'm currently paying text messaging add-on $15/mo. Do you think I will lose this function?
And also, phone feature would be so siiick.
I'll wait patiently
dsp0704 said:
Hi, thanks for doing this.
I've been wanting 4.2.2 for my sgh-i467m (Rogers) for a long time.
But I do really need the S-Note function. So I'll wait until you add S-Note
I have a question though. I'm currently paying text messaging add-on $15/mo. Do you think I will lose this function?
And also, phone feature would be so siiick.
I'll wait patiently
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I made more researches. it seems that after the update to 4.2.2 the S note is force closing and some its working. now im investigating to see what version is working with no bugs,,,
as for the add ons you tablet will work exactly same as now. so you don't have to worry. I have 5gb/17.5$ I also want to use it so I wouldn't update it in this way if I know it will affect us
the Phone Feature yeah its good. but I decided to keep it on a side for now and witting to see first further aboout the snote.
Yorgo1982 said:
I made more researches. it seems that after the update to 4.2.2 the S note is force closing and some its working. now im investigating to see what version is working with no bugs,,,
as for the add ons you tablet will work exactly same as now. so you don't have to worry. I have 5gb/17.5$ I also want to use it so I wouldn't update it in this way if I know it will affect us
the Phone Feature yeah its good. but I decided to keep it on a side for now and witting to see first further aboout the snote.
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You're awesome. Keep me posted
You probably have to extract the CSC stuff in order for the SNote to work. I had that force close issue with my first release of stock 4.2.2 rom.
nickdollahz said:
You probably have to extract the CSC stuff in order for the SNote to work. I had that force close issue with my first release of stock 4.2.2 rom.
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added manually the csc. cause but odin yes it flash it but cant be seen in system. same as with twrp or cw.
can you please give the exact steps that u did. and what version of firmware are you using...
Is this with the update that fixes the momentary screen freeze?
HiddenSanctum said:
Is this with the update that fixes the momentary screen freeze?
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This the latest 4.2.2. if U want to flash it don't do it now. Wait an hour or so. I'm uploading one with S Note fix
Yorgo1982 said:
This the latest 4.2.2. if U want to flash it don't do it now. Wait an hour or so. I'm uploading one with S Note fix
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I have the i467 and not the i467M so I wouldn't be able to flash it either way =\ Just was wondering
HiddenSanctum said:
I have the i467 and not the i467M so I wouldn't be able to flash it either way =\ Just was wondering
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ok
Thanks for uploading the S-Note fix. I have downloaded both files and ready to flash but I don't want to screw up.
I'm a little new to this... never flashed a rom with Odin before. I used Odin for rooting but never flashing roms.
Could you post a step by step on how to flash?
dsp0704 said:
Thanks for uploading the S-Note fix. I have downloaded both files and ready to flash but I don't want to screw up.
I'm a little new to this... never flashed a rom with Odin before. I used Odin for rooting but never flashing roms.
Could you post a step by step on how to flash?
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1 open ur Odin /it will be a good first start /
2 click on Pda and select the .tar file that I uploaded
3 click on start and wait
So if U say U did rooted your phone with Odin its the same step U have to put the phone on download mode (power on the phone while you hole the -Volume)
Et voilà...
Yorgo1982 said:
1 open ur Odin /it will be a good first start /
2 click on Pda and select the .tar file that I uploaded
3 click on start and wait
So if U say U did rooted your phone with Odin its the same step U have to put the phone on download mode (power on the phone while you hole the -Volume)
Et voilà...
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Oh that's the same method I rooted What about the S-Note CSC file?
dsp0704 said:
Oh that's the same method I rooted What about the S-Note CSC file?
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Try to flash later via cwm. If it didn't work follow the steps with permission...
Thanks, I finally got around flashing. Everything works great and better. Before things like app launching time or keyboard was extremely laggy. But now its gone. Also sometimes touch screen not responding for a second or two is also gone. I cant thank you enough.
I wasnt really going to use the phone feature but that phone app sitting in the app drawer is really tempting to use. Do you have any progress on that yet?
Also, do you think you can port some note3 stuff like aircommand?
Thanks!
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Anyone try flashing this on the AT&T version?
Does this replace the modem files that the AT&T network needs?
Thanks for porting this over.
terra-starr said:
Anyone try flashing this on the AT&T version?
Does this replace the modem files that the AT&T network needs?
Thanks for porting this over.
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try to do a back up on ur ex sd card. and specially the backup with ur at&t modem.
and test it.
Yorgo1982 said:
try to do a back up on ur ex sd card. and specially the backup with ur at&t modem.
and test it.
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The AT&T version has a locked bootloader, so we can't load a custom recovery to make a back up. We do have root, which is great to have.
Can you point me in the right direction to make a back up?
Should those with a locked bootloader not flash this file?
I really appreciate your work on this.
Thank you
terra-starr said:
The AT&T version has a locked bootloader, so we can't load a custom recovery to make a back up. We do have root, which is great to have.
Can you point me in the right direction to make a back up?
Should those with a locked bootloader not flash this file?
I really appreciate your work on this.
Thank you
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Ok 1 download the cf auto root . Fla**** via odin and reflash the recovery twp.once its done to under recovery mode and create a back up better to do it on the ext sd card.
And once its done go back to download mod and flash the rom via odin. We the i467M also we dont have an unlocked bootloader. But flashing via odin if possible.
Now when its done ur tablet may and may not boot. If its not booting go to recovery mod and clean cache and dalvik. Et voilà!!!!
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Yorgo1982 said:
Ok 1 download the cf auto root . Fla**** via odin and reflash the recovery twp.once its done to under recovery mode and create a back up better to do it on the ext sd card.
And once its done go back to download mod and flash the rom via odin. We the i467M also we dont have an unlocked bootloader. But flashing via odin if possible.
Now when its done ur tablet may and may not boot. If its not booting go to recovery mod and clean cache and dalvik. Et voilà!!!!
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Which Note 8 version of twrp should I flash, N5210?
Thanks
I can only get to Downloading Mode and Recovery Mode. Can somebody tell me what I can flash in Odin to get my device just back to fully stock with everything on it so I can just start completely over? I've tried 3 different things and it's just all gone to crap now. I don't know how to use Odin for the most part so I'll need step by step instructions. I'll pay whatever. I need my phone up and running.
Christogq said:
I can only get to Downloading Mode and Recovery Mode. I need my phone up and running.
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you'll have to wait for a .tar file made for our phone
I think you can still recover it to stock by resetting it
get to recovery mode and chose wipe data do that at least 3 times
after that do a restart and it should be fine
latinohot said:
you'll have to wait for a .tar file made for our phone
I think you can still recover it to stock by resetting it
get to recovery mode and chose wipe data do that at least 3 times
after that do a restart and it should be fine
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I can speak as somebody in the same boat, wipe data doesn't work. I tried changing my dpi, so the build.prop is only modified file and that option does not work.
OP, did you modify something, or remove apps, or what? If you are down an app, get the sys dump from the other thread, pull it apart, and sideload through adb. might work, but adb does not mount system, so it might be an exercise in futility.
So there isn't even a stock rom available? What about flashing one for AT&T?
Here: Download the right Firmware for your carrier. Then flash with ODIN. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2461203
Unfortunately us I527 users will have to put up with stock ROM with Root until a dev chooses to support us.
cbass said:
I can speak as somebody in the same boat, wipe data doesn't work. I tried changing my dpi, so the build.prop is only modified file and that option does not work.
OP, did you modify something, or remove apps, or what? If you are down an app, get the sys dump from the other thread, pull it apart, and sideload through adb. might work, but adb does not mount system, so it might be an exercise in futility.
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I removed a bunch of apps then I added them back plus others and when I did it my device shut off and won't load up anymore
Monkeywoman said:
So there isn't even a stock rom available? What about flashing one for AT&T?
Here: Download the right Firmware for your carrier. Then flash with ODIN. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2461203
Unfortunately us I527 users will have to put up with stock ROM with Root until a dev chooses to support us.
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Sad part is that none of those are for our device. I just need somebody to get me the stock firmware for our version and hopefully that's all I'll need.
well i see no official stock roms for i527 so maybe look at the few custom ones there are. thats only way to get your system partition restore and the core apps replaced that you removed.
shingers5 said:
well i see no official stock roms for i527 so maybe look at the few custom ones there are. thats only way to get your system partition restore and the core apps replaced that you removed.
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Do you think one of the other ones would work on my device? Hell I might as well try it since it's bricked lol.
Christogq said:
Do you think one of the other ones would work on my device? Hell I might as well try it since it's bricked lol.
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i wouldnt suggest that mate and no its not bricked. just a soft brick easily repaired with right firmware.........the roms on there i see are for the 9205 and wont work properly on your model. may not even flash much less boot!
maybe try spoof warranty
shingers5 said:
i wouldnt suggest that mate and no its not bricked. just a soft brick easily repaired with right firmware.........the roms on there i see are for the 9205 and wont work properly on your model. may not even flash much less boot!
maybe try spoof warranty
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So then could somebody just post a copy of our original firmware and I'll be on my way right?
Christogq said:
So then could somebody just post a copy of our original firmware and I'll be on my way right?
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Or even a backup then you could restore that and be on your way
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shingers5 said:
Or even a backup then you could restore that and be on your way
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The thing is that I can't do anything with a back up. I can only get to Recovery, but can't add anything or Download mode to flash something in Odin. I don't know how to do a restore.
Christogq said:
The thing is that I can't do anything with a back up. I can only get to Recovery, but can't add anything or Download mode to flash something in Odin. I don't know how to do a restore.
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Oh you don't have a custom recovery like twrp or cwm? Now that sucks but they can still be flashed via Odin if needs be man. Restore is pretty straight fwd once you have the backup on your sdcard
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shingers5 said:
Oh you don't have a custom recovery like twrp or cwm? Now that sucks but they can still be flashed via Odin if needs be man. Restore is pretty straight fwd once you have the backup on your sdcard
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NEED FIRMWARE build number KOT49H.I527UCUBNE7 SAMSUNG I 527 IF SOME UPLOAD PLZ
https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images?hl=en
Wow nice !!!
Let's Rock!
Can't wait for pure nexus to update to N
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YES!
Is it possible to flash the factory image using flashfire?
Im currently using this ROM (Stock+Nougat-NRD90M Debloated-Prerooted-Odex-Busybox-Fast & Stable).
Vegeta700 said:
Is it possible to flash the factory image using flashfire?
Im currently using this ROM (Stock+Nougat-NRD90M Debloated-Prerooted-Odex-Busybox-Fast & Stable).
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I only flash via fastboot and when going between versions I'd personally want to do a fully clean flash. Mind you I reverted to MM after trying N for a couple days, but again, I'd never flash a full factory image via Flashfire.
Vegeta700 said:
Is it possible to flash the factory image using flashfire?
Im currently using this ROM (Stock+Nougat-NRD90M Debloated-Prerooted-Odex-Busybox-Fast & Stable).
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Unless a lot of users have certified that flashing via dlash fire works, I would recommend a clean flash via fastboot. This way you are flashing the images the most direct way possible. Doing this will also reduce possible entry points for issues.
First person to find an .mbn file in the boot.img or bootloader.img gets SO much cred.
Oh my .. Time to flashing silently
Is there a list of apps that currently don't work (or do work) with 7.0? I'm trying to switch over but there's a couple core apps that I need to know will work fine.
kaslopis said:
Is there a list of apps that currently don't work (or do work) with 7.0? I'm trying to switch over but there's a couple core apps that I need to know will work fine.
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There's a thread called "Android N: What doesnt work" here in general
david279 said:
There's a thread called "Android N: What doesnt work" here in general
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Most of the apps on that list that I use did not have the stated issues... None of them did.. I'm not sure if that list is up to date.
You're welcome.
I just finished flashing back to 6.0.1 and getting everything set up.
Of course now it gets released...
E30Nova said:
You're welcome.
I just finished flashing back to 6.0.1 and getting everything set up.
Of course now it gets released...
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You aren't alone. Went back a day ago myself.
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From what I've seen, this version isn't all that superb. Being on 6 isn't so bad
I've honestly had zero issues with the factory image for N. I wiped everything and clean flashed the image flat. Once I restored all my apps (around 80), so far it seems very smooth. No issues with lag in either the system or the fingerprint scanner.
I keep getting an error about not being able to find systsem.img in its package.. In thought they fixed this in the flash all script in 5.0 for factory images?
Soured Lie said:
I keep getting an error about not being able to find systsem.img in its package.. In thought they fixed this in the flash all script in 5.0 for factory images?
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Flash-all is still broken afaik, better flash the individual img`s in fastboot.
Hey y'all,
Sorry to bother here. I looked around but couldn't find anything. I'm running NRD90M on my phone. I install TWRP and I rooted my 6P + unlocked bootloader. However I just downloaded the full image on google NRD90U. I'd like to put back my phone to stock with this new image and be able to just keep it stock and receive OTA. Can someone help me out or giving me a link where there's a tutorial. I already downloaded Fastboot/ADB and installed my drivers.
PS: It's find if it wipes everything. I just want it clean.
Thanks!
StangATX
Hello, I hope you're doing well. I am trying to restore some deleted Facebook conversations, and I heard that they can be saved as cache files in the Android data storage, but you need to root to access the "hidden" files. I also heard that this particular Samsung model (Samsung Galaxy S6 Active) is hard to root. I tried to access the files without rooting by plugging the Android to the PC, but nothing showed up when I explored the different fb_temp and fb_cache files. Please let me know if there is a safe rooting method out there. Thank you.
EDIT: It is Android version 5.0.2, and the model number is SM-G890A.
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Any suggestions? Thank you.
seeker11 said:
Hello, I hope you're doing well. I am trying to restore some deleted Facebook conversations, and I heard that they can be saved as cache files in the Android data storage, but you need to root to access the "hidden" files. I also heard that this particular Samsung model (Samsung Galaxy S6 Active) is hard to root. I tried to access the files without rooting by plugging the Android to the PC, but nothing showed up when I explored the different fb_temp and fb_cache files. Please let me know if there is a safe rooting method out there. Thank you.
EDIT: It is Android version 5.0.2, and the model number is SM-G890A.
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Your best bet is to flash TWRP make sure the correct version for your device and then use TWRP to flash magisk for root. https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/orig-development/twrp-t3080940
HisEvilness said:
Your best bet is to flash TWRP make sure the correct version for your device and then use TWRP to flash magisk for root. https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/orig-development/twrp-t3080940
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Hi, thanks so much for your reply. What does "flash" mean? Would I need to back up my phone first?
seeker11 said:
Hi, thanks so much for your reply. What does "flash" mean? Would I need to back up my phone first?
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Yes, a backup is always wise to ensure you keep all the files, flashing is "uploading" additional software to the phone. But since you only need some recovery check out Magisk: https://******************/ You can download from the app store as well.
HisEvilness said:
Yes, a backup is always wise to ensure you keep all the files, flashing is "uploading" additional software to the phone. But since you only need some recovery check out Magisk: https://******************/ You can download from the app store as well.
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Ok, understood. How can I backup? I know there's manual backup via PC and via Google Drive, but are there any other apps? Like backing up specific data perhaps? I'm just scared of losing data if this phone gets bricked or something like that.
HisEvilness said:
Yes, a backup is always wise to ensure you keep all the files, flashing is "uploading" additional software to the phone. But since you only need some recovery check out Magisk: https://******************/ You can download from the app store as well.
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Also, the link does not work? PS This method works for Samsung Galaxy S6 ACTIVE, right? I heard it's a bit hard to do this on this model.
seeker11 said:
Also, the link does not work? PS This method works for Samsung Galaxy S6 ACTIVE, right? I heard it's a bit hard to do this on this model.
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Ah my bad something went wrong when i paste the link: https://******************/ Magisk is a very nice easy to use rooting app and installer for various handy tools. Under Settings there is a backup option that will save data as well from apps etc.
HisEvilness said:
Ah my bad something went wrong when i paste the link: https://******************/ Magisk is a very nice easy to use rooting app and installer for various handy tools. Under Settings there is a backup option that will save data as well from apps etc.
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Hi again, is this the link? https://magisk.download/ Your link isn't working again, unfortunately.
seeker11 said:
Hi again, is this the link? https://magisk.download/ Your link isn't working again, unfortunately.
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Aye that is the link weird part is that Magisk is even on XDA so I got no idea why this is being censored.
HisEvilness said:
Aye that is the link weird part is that Magisk is even on XDA so I got no idea why this is being censored.
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Ok great. So, the steps would be to do a manual backup, and then download TWRP on my phone, and then root my phone with Magisk via PC? What are the exact steps per say? Thank you for your help.
If ii were you I would just download the Magisk App to see if that works, it should give you access to root and your recovery apps should work.
HisEvilness said:
If ii were you I would just download the Magisk App to see if that works, it should give you access to root and your recovery apps should work.
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Download Magisk via PC right? I don't think it's offered on Android Play Store?
The website has the app as well so download that on your phone. APK files are apps.
HisEvilness said:
The website has the app as well so download that on your phone. APK files are apps.
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Ok. So, there's no TWRP version for this type of Samsung phone I have...
seeker11 said:
Ok. So, there's no TWRP version for this type of Samsung phone I have...
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You do not need TWRP for the app, TWRP is for the zip file. They both do the same thing but most people familiar with TWRP use that method.
I found 3 versions for the S6
S6: https://twrp.me/samsung/samsunggalaxys6.html
S6 Edge: https://twrp.me/samsung/samsunggalaxys6edge.html
S6 Edge +: https://twrp.me/samsung/samsunggalaxys6edgeplus.html
HisEvilness said:
You do not need TWRP for the app, TWRP is for the zip file. They both do the same thing but most people familiar with TWRP use that method.
I found 3 versions for the S6
S6: https://twrp.me/samsung/samsunggalaxys6.html
S6 Edge: https://twrp.me/samsung/samsunggalaxys6edge.html
S6 Edge +: https://twrp.me/samsung/samsunggalaxys6edgeplus.html
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Yeah, mine is Samsung Galaxy S6 Active. None of those links are applicable
seeker11 said:
Yeah, mine is Samsung Galaxy S6 Active. None of those links are applicable
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Well just run the app see if that works it should anyway, what is your model number under settings?
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Well just run the app see if that works it should anyway, what is your model number under settings?
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Hello again. It is SM-G890A.
seeker11 said:
Hello again. It is SM-G890A.
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Hello, it looks like your phone is indeed a rare version however I found some sites that might give you some options to root if using the Magisk app fails. But I also found some topics here on XDA where the S6 Active is impossible to root so I doubt it will work.
http://androidbiits.com/root-att-samsung-galaxy-s6-active-sm-g890a-easily/