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Hey guys im real new at this android stuff and i just got my captivate 2 weeks ago and im hating the way it lags sometimes. I've been told by everyone that i should root it or update to 2.2. well im going to root it later today but was wondering what are some basic things i should do to my phone to speed up and just have better funtions for my phone. and please keep in mind I'm very new to this so small words lol...
JagoRacing said:
Hey guys im real new at this android stuff and i just got my captivate 2 weeks ago and im hating the way it lags sometimes. I've been told by everyone that i should root it or update to 2.2. well im going to root it later today but was wondering what are some basic things i should do to my phone to speed up and just have better funtions for my phone. and please keep in mind I'm very new to this so small words lol...
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I hate to say it, but I learned a lot just by reading these forums. Yes, there are threads with 150+ pages of posts, but you will save yourself alot of trouble by learning from others mistakes. Read, read and read. Then you will know what you have, what you need, and what you want to ask....
Hope that helps.....
techmik67 said:
I hate to say it, but I learned a lot just by reading these forums. Yes, there are threads with 150+ pages of posts, but you will save yourself alot of trouble by learning from others mistakes. Read, read and read. Then you will know what you have, what you need, and what you want to ask....
Hope that helps.....
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+1 to this
also, think about where you're posting before you do, please. this has nothing to do with development, please keep topics like this to general or Q&A from now on, thank you.
Kaik541 said:
+1 to this
also, think about where you're posting before you do, please. this has nothing to do with development, please keep topics like this to general or Q&A from now on, thank you.
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But definitely READ this section..... all the good mods, kernels and reviews are in here.
techmik67 speaks the truth... I got my first Android phone (THIS ONE) on July 18th and started lurking these forums less than a week later.
Right now I'm installing VMWare and installing Linux as a virtual machine so that I can deox ROMs, all-the-while combing over the Captivate source code in hopes that I might find some clue as to why our kernel is locked to the AT&T modem files. I'm not even kidding =P
Read read read, you choose your own level of involvement, and these forums are an invaluable wealth of knowledge to those willing to invest the time!
techmik67 said:
But definitely READ this section..... all the good mods, kernels and reviews are in here.
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Definitely true, I rarely post outside this section, but I've yet to contribute anything short of advice here and there for other people's work when people ask questions.
Zilch25 said:
techmik67 speaks the truth... I got my first Android phone (THIS ONE) on July 18th and started lurking these forums less than a week later.
Right now I'm installing VMWare and installing Linux as a virtual machine so that I can deox ROMs, all-the-while combing over the Captivate source code in hopes that I might find some clue as to why our kernel is locked to the AT&T modem files. I'm not even kidding =P
Read read read, you choose your own level of involvement, and these forums are an invaluable wealth of knowledge to those willing to invest the time!
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also a great point. reading is always the most important thing you can do to learn about the current state of affairs. oh and donating to those who help you (either tools or ROMs) is always a good idea if you can afford it
+1 Zilch. But i guess i already had linux
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+1 Zilch. But i guess i already had linux
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I did too... once upon a time, hadn't needed it for a while
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i hate to say it, but i learned a lot just by reading these forums. ..
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Ok thaks guys ive been reading all day... another dumb question but i did the root and then i tried the side loader but when i saw the video on how to it said i needed to open and apk file. ive been reading but i cant find how to get one to finish the install... help
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Ok thaks guys ive been reading all day... another dumb question but i did the root and then i tried the side loader but when i saw the video on how to it said i needed to open and apk file. ive been reading but i cant find how to get one to finish the install... help
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I am assuming you are talking about a stock Captivate. If you haven't done anything to it, I believe you would see this in SETTINGS>ABOUT PHONE
Baseband version: I897UCJF6
Kernel: I can't remember
Build number: Eclair
The 1st thing I did next was a 1 click root.
Next, and this is a personal choice, download and install from the thread SREv1.2.1a. If you read that 150+ page thread (most importantly, the OP) it will tell you that it includes some important things, like sideloading enabled and others.
Then see if you want a lagfix
At that point, your settings should now read:
Baseband version: I897UCJF6
Kernel: Same I think
Build number: SREv1.2.1a
I would install ROM MANAGER and QUICKBOOT from the market asap. Then consider upgrading firmware (baseband version) from UCJF6 to UCJH2 or JH3. Read the threads. And check my signature to see my setup, which I like alot.
JagoRacing said:
Ok thaks guys ive been reading all day... another dumb question but i did the root and then i tried the side loader but when i saw the video on how to it said i needed to open and apk file. ive been reading but i cant find how to get one to finish the install... help
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How did you side load? did you actually "install" it, or did you "push" it to your phone? If it is installed, it will be in your app drawer. If you pushed it, you'll need to use the my files program to find the app, and just open it and hit install.
I would suggest reading the SRE thread, because that is probably one of the best way to really get your phone faster.
You can also check out the Unleash the Beast thread. Then check out any lag fix by Tayutama (that is what I use, and I'm not sure on the spelling) because that will make your phone quicker!
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Then consider upgrading firmware (baseband version) from UCJF6 to UCJH2 or JH3. Read the threads. And check my signature to see my setup, which I like alot.
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i have tried the i9000 rom, which was awesome, but i got tired of that little video call button mocking me so i switched back to stock UCJF6 and did the SRE1.21a.
how would i go about upgrading my firmware without reflashing everything and losing what i have already done? i have read the threads regarding the JH3 rom, but didnt see anything about how to do it without losing my current setup
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i have tried the i9000 rom, which was awesome, but i got tired of that little video call button mocking me so i switched back to stock UCJF6 and did the SRE1.21a.
how would i go about upgrading my firmware without reflashing everything and losing what i have already done? i have read the threads regarding the JH3 rom, but didnt see anything about how to do it without losing my current setup
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If I am not mistaken, this is what Titanium Backup is good for.
Rom Manager will help you restore like system restore in windows to EXACTLY as you are, apps, data and all, when you create the backup (which you should ALWAYS do before trying to flash a new firmware or update). Do that now.
Then, get Titanium. Under backup and restore, backup all your apps and app data (will show up white text). Also backup SOME of the stuff in green and red. You can see what to back up. when in doubt, back it up and think twice before restoring it.
If at any time you brick or have problems, boot into recovery, choose reinstall packages which will run update.zip created by rom manager so you can access the clockwork restore menu. Then restore to your backup you made and start over.
Lastly, check out QUICKBOOT in the market. EZ reboot into recovery mode.
oh. i already use those and know how to do backups and recovery. i recovered all my stuff from my i9000 jump to jf6+sre .. guess i will go through the process again.
Pirateghost said:
oh. i already use those and know how to do backups and recovery. i recovered all my stuff from my i9000 jump to jf6+sre .. guess i will go through the process again.
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The $4 for Titanium donate version is well worth it. I did a restore on free, and it took 45 mins of installing apps and pushing buttons. took less than 10 with the donate version with no interaction.
Well I will re-iterate what others have already said. Read.
But here is what I did:
Flash JH3 via Odin
Root via Bugless Pete's Unleash the Beast v0.2
download Terminal Emulator from the market
Type: su
Type: sideloading
By now you are rooted and sideloading is activated and a bunch of bloat ware is gone.
Now install a lag fix (search for Zilch's condensed version of lag fixes)
You can choose between RyanZA's APK in the market or his script or tayatumas update.zip. I also reccomend Chainfires lag fix in the i9000 forums.
Now everything is done: JH3 - Root- Sideloading- lagfix.
Now patiently wait for Supercurios lagfix port for the captivate.
And find a mentor you can secretely stalk and try what they try. There are some people out there who really know what they are doing. Here is aquick list.
Chainfire
Zilch
RyanZA
Tayatuma
Unhelpful
Supercurio
And many more.
Then Read Read Read.
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Ack, I'm being stalked now?!
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Ack, I'm being stalked now?!
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You have no idea. LOL
Hi everyone,
First of all I'd like to say I'm new to the wonderful world Android so please forgive me if my question is a simple one.
I'd like to know how i could revert my Samsung Galaxy Ace (GT-S5830i) back to the stock ROM.
I would like to do this as i recently rooted and installed a custom ROM, thinking that this would enhance my phone. It did not turn out this way and now I'm left with a buggy and less functional phone.
I know that it is custom to search the net before posting and i have done this. I believe that I am supposed to use a program called 'Odin' and i need a ROM for my phone. I have searched and searched all day for the relevant ROM but have had no luck.
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE, if anyone could offer me any help i would be so grateful.
Thanks, Curtis.
P.S. (almost forgot)
The details of my phone are below:
Make: Samsung
Model: GT-S5830i
PDA(Don't know what this means): S5830iXXLA2
PHONE: S5830iXXLD2
[quote="http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1552792]
If you have "bricked" your s5830i a.k.a stuck at samsung logo just download Odin and flash PDA.tar form the link.
http://www.4shared.com/file/Ls2CAsHv/PDA.html
Everything you're doing is up to you!I'm not responsible if you don't read!There's a binary counter on s5830i so be careful with flashing!
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Or you could go here for a more detailed explanation that should also get you the latest official FW, but just use the instructions above if you want to keep it simple: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1551156.
GermainZ said:
Or you could go here for a more detailed explanation that should also get you the latest official FW, but just use the instructions above if you want to keep it simple: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1551156.
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Wow, thanks for the quick reply!
The second link you provided has helped me boat loads, thanks.
I've downloaded the checkFUS downloader and managed to get the correct ROM. I then installed cygwin (with the zip component) and attempted to run the command but its throwing me the error "File In Use" but i ran the prgram "Unlocker" which checks if a file is in use and it reported that the file wasn't in use. Very confused.
Thanks again for that reply!.
Curtis.M said:
Wow, thanks for the quick reply!
The second link you provided has helped me boat loads, thanks.
I've downloaded the checkFUS downloader and managed to get the correct ROM. I then installed cygwin (with the zip component) and attempted to run the command but its throwing me the error "File In Use" but i ran the prgram "Unlocker" which checks if a file is in use and it reported that the file wasn't in use. Very confused.
Thanks again for that reply!.
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I've personally only used the first method
Can't help you with your error, sorry.
GermainZ said:
I've personally only used the first method
Can't help you with your error, sorry.
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ah, no worries. Thanks anyway. Much appreciated.
Curtis.M said:
ah, no worries. Thanks anyway. Much appreciated.
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THANK-YOU THANK-YOU THANK-YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Couldn't manage to figure out cygwin so i thought, what the hell, and tried out your first link AND IT WORKED FLAWLESSLY!!!!!!
I can't thank you enough! so many thanks!
Curtis.M said:
THANK-YOU THANK-YOU THANK-YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Couldn't manage to figure out cygwin so i thought, what the hell, and tried out your first link AND IT WORKED FLAWLESSLY!!!!!!
I can't thank you enough! so many thanks!
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Glad it worked :highfive:
Curtis.M said:
Hi everyone,
First of all I'd like to say I'm new to the wonderful world Android so please forgive me if my question is a simple one.
I'd like to know how i could revert my Samsung Galaxy Ace (GT-S5830i) back to the stock ROM.
I would like to do this as i recently rooted and installed a custom ROM, thinking that this would enhance my phone. It did not turn out this way and now I'm left with a buggy and less functional phone.
I know that it is custom to search the net before posting and i have done this. I believe that I am supposed to use a program called 'Odin' and i need a ROM for my phone. I have searched and searched all day for the relevant ROM but have had no luck.
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE, if anyone could offer me any help i would be so grateful.
Thanks, Curtis.
P.S. (almost forgot)
The details of my phone are below:
Make: Samsung
Model: GT-S5830i
PDA(Don't know what this means): S5830iXXLA2
PHONE: S5830iXXLD2
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For latest stock firmware check out this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1822109
Hello,
I managed to bootloop my 4XHD (yay!), and I'm just trying to restore it to the stock firmware. The phone was rooted of course, I don't have CWM though if that makes any difference. Anyway I'm following this "super in-depth guide" on how to flash it, and it says I'll need a KDZ file that I want to flash. I have no clue where to get one though, so any help here would be appreciated. Also if you've got any tips on what I should be careful of when flashing, please let me know.
Cheers,
Hathz
You have no clue cause probably you didn't read all the thread...
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RuedasLocas said:
You have no clue cause probably you didn't read all the thread...
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Mhm, well I would kind of assume the information is stated in the tutorial (hence it's called a tutorial). Anyway, I got a KDZ from lg-phone-firmware and it looks like it sucessfully flashed V10A Euro Open (not quite sure when to know cause the dumb program doesn't say anything , but I assume it's done since It's basically turned on and I'm in the android basic setup screen).
Anyway there really should be some information in big red bold text in that topic for dump people like me, saying like "HERE U CAN HAZ FIRMWARE".
Will post again after I confirm that flash is sucessful and the phone is ready to be (ab)used again!
The phone seems to be working fine, I've already updated to V10F.
Anyway as I said, perhaps a huge link to the lg-phone-firmware would be a nice thing to have on that topic
Hathz said:
The phone seems to be working fine, I've already updated to V10F.
Anyway as I said, perhaps a huge link to the lg-phone-firmware would be a nice thing to have on that topic
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Once that you're using the Euro_open, probably is better to upgrade to V10G.
I didn't saw any difference but, some persons said they noted some improvement...
It's up to you, now you know how to do it
And you're partly right about the tutorial.
Its a litle messed, starting with the phone name, etc... but, the OP should edit that, to someone else post another one, even if better, is a "little" against the forum rules (double posting).
Maybe one day some moderator do something about that
Hathz said:
Hello,
I managed to bootloop my 4XHD (yay!), and I'm just trying to restore it to the stock firmware. The phone was rooted of course, I don't have CWM though if that makes any difference. Anyway I'm following this "super in-depth guide" on how to flash it, and it says I'll need a KDZ file that I want to flash. I have no clue where to get one though, so any help here would be appreciated. Also if you've got any tips on what I should be careful of when flashing, please let me know.
Cheers,
Hathz
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Guess, search is new word for you, so enjoy
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=34392971&postcount=1
(ATRIX HD) <FIX!> Cant Update To Jellybean Because Of Customization <FIX!> AT&T Only!
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AT&T ATRIX HD ONLY!!! AT&T ATRIX HD ONLY!!! AT&T ATRIX HD ONLY!!! AT&T ATRIX HD ONLY!!! AT&T ATRIX HD ONLY!!! AT&T
Update: uploading finished
Note: The ATRIX HD UTILITY 1.00 is illegal
Hey all!
If you've modified your system partition chances are you can not update to jellybean. Thankfully there is a quick fix.
First of all make sure your on the latest revision of Ice Cream Sandwich for your device (if you go to SETTINGS>ABOUT>SYSTEM UPDATES. You should see a 4.1.1 update; if it says that there is a 4.0.4 update then this tutorial is not for you. However if this is not for you, chances are I can get it to work soon.)
Basically what this tutorial will do is re-install Stock Firmware so that you are eligible for the Jellybean Update! Its quick and easy.
(1. Download this package:
firmware: http://sbf.droid-developers.org/dinara/7.7.1Q-144_MB886_MR1-22_SIGNED_CFC.xml.zip
xml: http://www.mediafire.com/view/?l4l81nxc49utk1y
RSD: http://www.mediafire.com/?yw9dh89jtqii71e
(firmware, xml and RSD LITE)
(2. Extract all archives to desktop place the separate xml file in with all firmware files this means: (put xml in with firmware files overwritting the xml it came with.)
(3. Turn Device Off
(4. Hold Volume + ; Hold Volume - ; Hold Power (ALL AT ONCE)
(5. You should now be in the boot-loader menu; QUICKLY use ONLY VOLUME DOWN! to scroll down to APFastboot, THEN PRES VOLUME UP!
(6. Plug device in (VIA USB) to computer.
(7. Install RSD Lite 6.1.4
(8. Open up RSD Lite 6.1.4
(9. Click (...) load / select the file you extracted (open 7.7.1Q-144_MB886_MR1-22_SIGNED_CFC.xml ; found in folder Firmware 4.0.4 in the folder you extracted.
(10. Press "Start" Be patient may take multiple tries
(11. After successful when device is restored go to Settings>About>System Updates>Download and Install Jellybean Update (may take up to 20 minutes to install be patient! Everything will be okay!)
(12. Enjoy your Jelly-beaned Atrix HD
REPLY OR POST NEW FOR Q/A / HELP
IF YOU DECIDE TO GIVE UP YOU MAY AUTOMATICALLY BOOT IN THIS BOOT MENU, JUST REPEAT STEP 4, THEN PRESS VOLUME UP!
***DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY BRICKS YOU CAUSE BY NOT FOLLOWING MY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. IF YOU FOLLOW MY DIRECTIONS FULLY THERE IS A 0% CHANCE YOU WILL BRICK. NOT ALL DEVICES ARE FULL REPAIRABLE, BUT SOME ARE YOU WILL RARELY EVER BRICK YOUR DEVICE FULLY, IF YOU HAVE NOT UNLOCKED YOUR BOOTLOADER THEN YOU CAN SEND YOUR DEVICE OUT FOR REPAIR. IF YOU HAVE YOU CAN POST A THREAD ON YOUR ISSUE AND WE AS A COMMUNITY WILL DO OUR BEST TO HELP YOU! OR YOU CAN PM ME!***
If this helped you please tell me to encourage me to help you with more problems!
I know there are other options but this is way more safe, this is Motorola official vs. a third party app.
BTW: That third party app is distributing Motorola's software without any citing what so ever: that is straight up illegal!
I don't own any of the firmware / xml / or the program. All the credit goes to motorola
RULE: Questions Only No Other Replys!
Anyone who from now on whoever doesn't obey that rule gets reported
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RESERVED FOR LATER!:laugh:
Yes, if you've deleted some system files and it's causing your OTA to fail, reflashing your firmware will let the OTA install properly. I'm not sure why you're getting so excited?
Visa Declined said:
Yes, if you've deleted some system files and it's causing your OTA to fail, reflashing your firmware will let the OTA install properly. I'm not sure why you're getting so excited?
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Its a common issue I helped someone with the yesterday, so I put it up for everyone to see
Im helping people that went by the other tutorial to just restore system apps, because that is not the proper way to restore it all and get jellybean chances are it will fail again. Plus this isn't really exciting Im just helping so i can post more threads, to be able to post on the development thread which I've just obtained the ability
xXckkillerXx said:
Im just helping so i can post more threads, to be able to post on the development thread which I've just obtained the ability
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Great. Thanks...
Its very useful for noob-users never done a rsd flash before, like me!
I replaced the missing apps and bootanimation and update still fails, so i think this is the way ill go!:good:
@visa decline: not every user here is a dev..
Thanks for the thanks
heifeif said:
Great. Thanks...
Its very useful for noob-users never done a rsd flash before, like me!
I replaced the missing apps and bootanimation and update still fails, so i think this is the way ill go!:good:
@visa decline: pls dont spam! Thx.
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Haha, no problem! may I ask someone to provide me with a website to upload files to, as all have data caps and dont work efficiently, sorry for the wait guys.
This was known for over a month before... lol
SPAM
souljaboy said:
This was known for over a month before... lol
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obviously can you not read?
Yeah, but in x threads with lot of searching for the exact way to use rsd...
For me...this is really helpful immo.
xXckkillerXx said:
Plus this isn't really exciting Im just helping so i can post more threads, to be able to post on the development thread which I've just obtained the ability
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Just a quick reminder, this shouldn't be your reason for posting more threads. Posting threads for the sake of posting threads is known as spamming and in most cases results in posts/threads being deleted and you having to start back from 0. Take this as a friendly reminder to anyone thinking of doing this as we're all meant to be here to help each other and share a common interest.
Thanks
AvRS
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obviously can you not read?
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Can you?
The atrix hd utility was made for this sole purpose, and does this all in with one button.
Yeah, but where are the steps for using it???
Maybe im the only one on here never flashed before, using rsd or all in one...but this thread is really helpful at moment for me and other noobs..
There are so much other freds with less information here...pls let the thread open...ok?
The app was edited and doesn't work if your just now downloading it someone needs to re-upload I'm spreading this around. If you don't like this thread then leave, its really that simple. Obviously I'm not doing this for no reason I already got two thanks on it after about an hour, chill out.
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Can't knock someone for trying to help. This is what the Atrix HD threads need more of! I've actually been kinda frustrated with the lack of details. It's just been expected that people know how to do things when not every one does... Thanks OP!
Jelly Beaned up on the mAtrix HD
Someone is actually on an acceptable level of intellect, thank you.
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(2. Extract all archives to desktop place the separate xml file in with all firmware files this means: (put xml in with firmware files overwritting the xml it came with.)
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what exactly should i replace?
Just copy the seperate xml-file in what??
Sry...noob-power!
And thx for the upload!!!:good:
Edit....owhhhh understand...replace the hole file!?!
Done. Will try it..
xXckkillerXx said:
Its a common issue I helped someone with the yesterday, so I put it up for everyone to see
Im helping people that went by the other tutorial to just restore system apps, because that is not the proper way to restore it all and get jellybean chances are it will fail again. Plus this isn't really exciting Im just helping so i can post more threads, to be able to post on the development thread which I've just obtained the ability
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Yes, it was posted back in November here steps 1-8. Not sure of the need to have it posted yet again?!?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=33774480
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Short..question to be sure again...
So the file-name in the rsd programme is now:
7.7.1Q-144_MB886_MR1-22_SIGNED_CFC.xml\7.7.1Q-144_MB886_MR1-22_SIGNED_CFC.xml
Replaced the hole xml with the new downloaded too.
Now, i can start flashing?!
rsd flashing worked fine...
Im on stock ics now...
Now rooting again (or better not ) and download ota!
Thx:good:
XDA:DevDB Information
Rooting with the community the 4.3 ML2 on the SGH-i537, a ROM for the Samsung Galaxy S 4 Active
Contributors
TransformixS4
ROM OS Version: 4.3.x Jellybean
Version Information
Status: Testing
Created 2014-02-28
Last Updated 2014-03-30
Good Job man !
Good luck with this , i hate at&t we ****ed up with locked boot loader
What exactly is the "Odin ML2?" Is that the leaked version that we already have root for? The one we don't have root for is the OTA version, which has nothing to do with Odin. Yet another pointless thread.
Miami_Son said:
What exactly is the "Odin ML2?" Is that the leaked version that we already have root for? The one we don't have root for is the OTA version, which has nothing to do with Odin. Yet another pointless thread.
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The ota is ML2. He is on the right track. Good work op.
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Miami_Son said:
What exactly is the "Odin ML2?" Is that the leaked version that we already have root for? The one we don't have root for is the OTA version, which has nothing to do with Odin. Yet another pointless thread.
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First off there's no need to be a ****. You are correct that we don't have root for ML2, or the OTA version as you refer to it. The point of this thread is to figure out a way to get root which I think everybody would appreciate, so no need to give the guy grief.
Secondly, while most people received the update to ML2 as an OTA, there were 2 users here who were able to find and post complete Odin packages for ML2 (see this thread and this one), so yes, this thread has everything to do with Odin and rooting ML2. There are summaries of all the official AT&T firmwares in this thread with links to most of the important stuff. Please at least do a search before invalidating somebody who is trying to help the community.
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TransformixS4 said:
PROJECT: TRYING TO ROOT THE ML2 UPDATE!
Hi Guys!
So I will try to root the Odin ML2.
I will try to upload it on Sunday/Monday.....
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Thanks for taking the lead on trying to figure out root, I think a good starting point might be a list of all the root methods that others have tried and failed so we don't get people duplicating work that we already know doesn't work. I'll take a crack at putting that list together this weekend. It's nice to have a dev working with the i537.
The only thing I'm trying to invalidate is the need for yet another thread about this. There's several already (like this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2576460) that could have been used to keep everything consolidated instead of spread all over the forum. I also had a difficult time understanding just what the OP is saying as the grammar is not the best. This post seems more like an exercise in cheerleading than a serious attempt. Regardless, since there is so much confusion regarding the OTA and the leaked versions of ML2 I think it only prudent to be clear when posting anything about either one. This thread was definitely not clear.
Devo7v said:
First off there's no need to be a ****. You are correct that we don't have root for ML2, or the OTA version as you refer to it. The point of this thread is to figure out a way to get root which I think everybody would appreciate, so no need to give the guy grief.
Secondly, while most people received the update to ML2 as an OTA, there were 2 users here who were able to find and post complete Odin packages for ML2 (see this thread and this one), so yes, this thread has everything to do with Odin and rooting ML2. There are summaries of all the official AT&T firmwares in this thread with links to most of the important stuff. Please at least do a search before invalidating somebody who is trying to help the community.
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Thanks for taking the lead on trying to figure out root, I think a good starting point might be a list of all the root methods that others have tried and failed so we don't get people duplicating work that we already know doesn't work. I'll take a crack at putting that list together this weekend. It's nice to have a dev working with the i537.
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Well said! :highfive:
TransformixS4 said:
PROJECT: TRYING TO ROOT THE ML2 UPDATE!
Hi Guys!
So I will try to root the Odin ML2.
I will try to upload it on Sunday/Monday.
The thing will be rooting the odin and making it a Pre-Rooted firmware.
People, Listen, Don't hurt my feelings as if you will I will abound this project just like I did with my old Rom on GT-i9300 which turned it into a S4, As Henrylife copied my Rom :/ ... But that is old news...
I will be using my old laptop with a Ubuntu ( I need Linux) USB stick, So I might delay it a few times because there isn't enough memory and the computer is old and half broken.
REMEMBER: TOGETHER WE ARE BETTER AND SMARTER! ARE SMALL COMMUNITY IS REALLY BIG MINDS! SO I WILL NEED YOUR HELP NOT ONLY MINE!
I need your help:
'Enter Device Model' - For Example: I537?
'Enter Sales Code' - ATT?
'Enter PDA Version' - For example: I537UCUBML2?.
'Enter Phone Version' - Version of Modem. For example:I537UCUBML2?.
'Enter CSC Version' - For exampleUCUBML2?.
tell me if this is right.
Ok, Wish us luck.
-TransformixS4
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Rooting with the community the 4.3 ML2 on the SGH-i537, a ROM for the Samsung Galaxy S 4 Active
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TransformixS4
ROM OS Version: 4.3.x Jellybean
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Status: Testing
Created 2014-02-28
Last Updated 2014-02-28
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Let me know what I can do to help out on my end. Really want to get this rolling so we can move forward with 4.3 compatible SS Roms. However, should we wait a little while for news on the 4.4.2 KK that would be pushed out? I feel like we might end up pouring efforts into 4.3 ML2 and boom, KK gets pushed. Either way I'll try to help in any way possible.
Miami_Son said:
The only thing I'm trying to invalidate is the need for yet another thread about this. There's several already (like this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2576460) that could have been used to keep everything consolidated instead of spread all over the forum. I also had a difficult time understanding just what the OP is saying as the grammar is not the best. This post seems more like an exercise in cheerleading than a serious attempt. Regardless, since there is so much confusion regarding the OTA and the leaked versions of ML2 I think it only prudent to be clear when posting anything about either one. This thread was definitely not clear.
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Ok, so I'm not going to argue with you because as I've seen in other threads you really get worked up. By I will try to clarify what the OP is trying to do because there are probably others that are unclear on what he is trying to do.
The other root threads for ML2 focus on using existing root methods to try to root ML2, the purpose of this thread is to develop a completely new root method. The idea is to take the ML2 Odin files and decompile them. Once the files are decompiled he's going to try to inject root into it, and recompile it so we can flash it to our phones.
If this works it would be a lot more simple for the end user than most of the other root methods (except for Active Root, obviously). Additionally if he is able to achieve this, it might be a good idea to try to replace the ML2 bootloader with the MI2 bootloader since it would allow users to be able to downgrade to MF1 and MF2 or MF3 if we ever figure out a way to get that back on the phone. Basically it seems like the most "open" bootloader.
I think this is a definitely a worthwhile effort since it is probably our only chance of getting root on ML2 and a worthwhile thread since it consolidates all the information for this specific root method in one thread. Let me know if there's anything I can do to help.
I personally think that this is a better approach and, depending how it is written, this could survive 4.4 update, seeing how past root approaches were more or less overlays or hijacks, if you will, with it written into the package, it would seem to me, have a better probability to survive.
Also, on another note, no need to disparage someone who is willing to try, a lot of the Roms and roots, on XDA, were written by someone, whose main language is not English.
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I have an i537 already on ML2 here that I don't use at the moment. We can use it to test installs as long as devs here would help me if I have trouble restoring it (should something go wrong with a bad install).
Thread cleaned, keep it respectful.
captaincado said:
Also, on another note, no need to disparage someone who is willing to try, a lot of the Roms and roots, on XDA, were written by someone, whose main language is not English.
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Actually, the OP is from New York. When relating things of a technical nature it is very important to be clear and precise. These forums are littered with posts from people who either could not follow directions or who followed directions that were unclear and ended up causing a problem with their phones. If the OP has difficulty with English then perhaps he should enlist the aid of someone better suited to be providing technical explanations or directions for us to follow. That's not a knock on the OP's ability to pull this off, just on his ability to present it clearly and understandably. I was a magazine technical editor for many years, so I might be a little sensitive in this area. I've seen a lot of posts by people who were brilliant at figuring stuff out in here, but when it came time to put the actions into words there was much confusion about the processes they were explaining. It is very difficult to write technical material for a broad audience of varying technical abilities. When writing technically, one should always assume that the readers are less savvy and tailor the information to their level, not that of the writer's. So many problems in here would be minimized if developers would remember that the majority of people need to be walked through things step by step instead of assuming that they already know all about the process. Just my $.02.
Oh, I know he is from N.Y. I was being general in nature, the English as a second language part, been too much of deriding in here, when sentence structure isn't to someone's standards, which translators don't do.
As far as the OP is concerned, yes it could have been a little more concise, but he was only saying what he was trying to do, which a lot of people understood, when it's time for the finished product, that's where it should be concise.
Just IMO.
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Hello all. I'm new to smart phones and the Galaxy s4 active is the first one I have ever owned. I have had it for a couple weeks now and I knew nothing about rooting when i got it, so when I was prompted to update I didn't give it second thought. Now I know about rooting and that I can't do it because of the update Wishing you guys the best of luck with this. I will help out any way I can, as long as any changes I make to my phone can be undone in case it doesn't work. Thanks for the effort.
TransformixS4 said:
PROJECT: TRYING TO ROOT THE ML2 UPDATE!
Hi Guys!
So I will try to root the Odin ML2.
I will try to upload it on Sunday/Monday.
The thing will be rooting the odin and making it a Pre-Rooted firmware.
People, Listen, Don't hurt my feelings as if you will I will abound this project just like I did with my old Rom on GT-i9300 which turned it into a S4, As Henrylife copied my Rom :/ ... But that is old news...
I will be using my old laptop with a Ubuntu ( I need Linux) USB stick, So I might delay it a few times because there isn't enough memory and the computer is old and half broken.
REMEMBER: TOGETHER WE ARE BETTER AND SMARTER! ARE SMALL COMMUNITY IS REALLY BIG MINDS! SO I WILL NEED YOUR HELP NOT ONLY MINE!
I need your help:
'Enter Device Model' - For Example: I537?
'Enter Sales Code' - ATT?
'Enter PDA Version' - For example: I537UCUBML2?.
'Enter Phone Version' - Version of Modem. For example:I537UCUBML2?.
'Enter CSC Version' - For exampleUCUBML2?.
tell me if this is right.
Ok, Wish us luck.
-TransformixS4
XDA:DevDB Information
Rooting with the community the 4.3 ML2 on the SGH-i537, a ROM for the Samsung Galaxy S 4 Active
Contributors
TransformixS4
ROM OS Version: 4.3.x Jellybean
Version Information
Status: Testing
Created 2014-02-28
Last Updated 2014-02-28
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Any luck so far? Can you give a update as to where you are at with this? Please and thank you...
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I537 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
Devo7v said:
First off there's no need to be a ****.
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Devo7v said:
Ok, so I'm not going to argue with you because as I've seen in other threads you really get worked up.
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:good: straight to it
Astrus said:
I have had it for a couple weeks now and I knew nothing about rooting when i got it, so when I was prompted to update I didn't give it second thought..
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I did a factory reset to my 4.3 (through Samsung while unrooted) and it downgraded to 4.2.2. I don't know if yours can do the same now that it's rooted, or even if it's meant to do that (when I factory reset my tablet it reset to a blank ROM of the same version it was on), but that could be worth a try.
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OP: You could dual boot your regular computer if you wanted a better performing linux machine, but I'm sure you know that.
I have the i9295 but I think it would be good the S4A as a whole if we could get more root users. If you need help with anything that needs to be done on a linux computer that yours is struggling to do, let me know. I'm happy to help!
@ tiskael
Oh I never did root my phone, that's what I was saying. I didn't even know what it was at first. So now I know about it and want to root but since I updated, I can't. So you think if I do a factory reset I can get root? I am willing to try and go back to 4.2.2 and then just update when there is a root method for ml2 4.3. How would I do a factory reset? Sorry, like I said, I'm knew to all this.
Astrus said:
Oh I never did root my phone, that's what I was saying. I didn't even know what it was at first. So now I know about it and want to root but since I updated, I can't. So you think if I do a factory reset I can get root? I am willing to try and go back to 4.2.2 and then just update when there is a root method for ml2 4.3. How would I do a factory reset? Sorry, like I said, I'm knew to all this.
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Oh, right, I misread your original post, sorry. You *may* be sent back to the version your device shipped with - I was on my i9295, I wasn't on my Bauhn tablet though. A factory reset does mean that it's set back to the way it was in the factory, so it should do. It would be worth a try if you really want to root your phone, but I would definitely advise backing everything up either way. A ML2 root is being worked on at the moment but some other nice XDA users.
How to factory reset: http://support.vodafone.com.au/articles/FAQ/Restoring-factory-settings-on-the-Samsung-Galaxy-S4
tiskael said:
Oh, right, I misread your original post, sorry. You *may* be sent back to the version your device shipped with - I was on my i9295, I wasn't on my Bauhn tablet though. A factory reset does mean that it's set back to the way it was in the factory, so it should do. It would be worth a try if you really want to root your phone, but I would definitely advise backing everything up either way. A ML2 root is being worked on at the moment but some other nice XDA users.[/url]
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Thank you. I am tempted to do the factory reset, but then again I think I will wait for the ML2 root. I could also help in the testing of the method, as long as I have instructions on what to do if something went wrong. Thanks again.
use other sotfware
I think you should use other sotfware to root