Rooting I897 2.3.5 stock - Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

How can I root I897 running 2.3.5 stock? recovery mode 3e not 2e. I have tried superoneclick, z4, and others to no avail.
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FuguRoot is an easy way to get Root.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14794703
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No Go
That didn't work. I flashed the zImage with odin, then re-flashed stock uckj3 2.3.5. Still no root?

gbrethen said:
That didn't work. I flashed the zImage with odin, then re-flashed stock uckj3 2.3.5. Still no root?
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Here's the steps you need to do:
- Flash your stock GB rom first.
- Flash the zimage-root.tar file in Odin
- Let phone boot to Fugu Fish
- Power off phone, reboot to download mode
- Flash kernelKF1.tar file in Odin.
- Reboot.
At that point, you're on stock gingerbread with root capabilities. You shouldn't have had to re-flash the stock GB, as it took root away again.

And also, there should b a kj3 .tar under the attachments at the title of that thread, so u can flash it instead of kf1.
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^ Like he said. Flash the correct kernel, not KF1. Look around for the correct kernel. What 2.3.5 are you using? KJ# or KI#? Wich ever might be look for a kernel in Dev.

If all you are looking for is root, the above method works really well. Although, if you are familiar with vodoo and want to include it after you root, it may be easier to flash one of the new kernels that have have root and vodoo such as the samurai kernel. Just another thought, hope you find what you're looking for.
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correct kernel
I did not see an attachment on that thread for the kj3 kernel. Do u have a link to the kj3 kernel?
I am running the gingerbread 2.3.5 uckj3

You can run Corn kernel, Samurai Kernel or Boog's KJ3 kernel. Boogs is closer to stock. All of them have CWM, Corn and Samurai have Voodoo lag fix. I believe Samurai and a version of Corn have rooted kernels, I could be wrong.

gbrethen said:
I did not see an attachment on that thread for the kj3 kernel. Do u have a link to the kj3 kernel?
I am running the gingerbread 2.3.5 uckj3
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Here is the Pure Stock KJ3 Kernel, if ya still need it... View attachment stocki897uckj3-zImage.tar

Awesome
That worked...I used Boog's kj3 kernel.

Next step?
Now that I am rooted, what is the best step for applying a lag fix?

gbrethen said:
Now that I am rooted, what is the best step for applying a lag fix?
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Use corn kernel or samurai 1.2 instead of boogs kernel

Lol What he said ^.

^ Lol... ur post # 9
edit: gbrethen, we are not laughin at ya, so don't take offense. I'm laughin at myself because I have gone in circles like this many a times.

Awesome...
Thanks! Now where can I get custom boot animations?

Check Theme subsection for captivate. In theory any animation should work assuming they are made for the correct resolution. You just have to make sure its named right. Though I know some kernels accept both names for it.

Lock Screen
Are there any custom lock screens that can be flashed using cwn? or how would I go about changing my default lock screen?

Uh to my knowledge lock screens are build in the rom. Though I've seen like 1 lockscreen that was made to flash over default but don't know if it applies for KJ3.

Lock Screen
Well, if I use an app for the lock screen (such as swirl), is there a way to disable the built in lock screen?

Related

Axura 2.0.1/2.0.4 combined with eugene's build a11/a12 kernel{WORKS!!!}

I in no way take credit for the work that has been done, only testing the mated files..credit goes to MASTER { Devs4Android} and eugene373 {xda-developers}
Ok, so I've been experimenting with axura 2.0.1 and this is what I got working...I'm still testing this but have been running for 4 hours now
I will not be held responsible for anything that happens to your phone as a result of your actions..
Backup all data/files/apps to be safe
Things needed*
Odin { http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=8863820&postcount=138 }
Eugene's 2.2 froyo odin package { http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833024 }
Axura 2.0.1 rom {cant find link, heres Axura 2.0.2: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=821468 }
eugene's a11/a12 kernel {link located further down in posting}
1. Odin with eugene's 2.2 froyo package
2. Boot back into recovery
3. Flash axura 2.0.1 rom (reboot)
4. Boot into recovery
5. Flash eugene's a12 "or" a11 kernel(reboot)
6.boot into recovery
7. set up lag fix, tweaks,etc to your desired settings..
8. reboot, it will go to a menu, i suggest using the first option to backup and restore!!
11.DONE!! Enjoy....
***UPDATE***
Ok, so i paired Axura 2.0.3 with #805 kernel and it runs flawlessly!!!
same method as before just a different kernal.. so for future reference when Axura 2.0.3 becomes available to everyone look back for this post{BOOKMARK ME!!]
UPDATE!!!
Axura 2.0.1 rom is the less glitchy..{just released 2.0.4 "early" with the fixes applied, flashing now}
the best kernel available as of now is Eugene's a12/a11 oc/uv!!! has all available lag fixes, tweaks, and misc stuff built into the recovery, and the voltage app allows adjustment in individual speeds!!
100mhz
200mhz
400mhz
800mhz
1000mhz
1200mhz
http://eb-productions.proboards.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=samsungsgs&thread=28&page=1
So has anybody tried this yet? I'm gonna start on the newly "early"release of Axura 2.0.3...
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htcfresh said:
So has anybody tried this yet? I'm gonna start on the newly "early"release of Axura 2.0.3...
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It just drives me nuts that these kernels add the I9000 splash screen - but the 800 series, on up to 805 if tweaked correctly work great.
htcfresh said:
I'm still tedting this but have been ring for 4 hours now
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Not trying to be mean but what are you trying to say?
Works exactly as described!!
Confirmed working on Axura 2.0.2, using the OP exact instructions... Quadrant Score 2072, Linpack 16.777, the I9000 splash screen doesn't bother me, but to each his (or her) own.
Thanks for posting this... works beautifully!
~m00n
i think axura 2.0.1 runs pretty quick already, but I tried this out for fun. It runs even quicker now =D no problems so far.
@mesajoejoe
My bad, I meant to say "I've been running this for 4 hours"...
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Axura 2.0.3 work in progress..
No problem peoples...my goal was to find a oc 1.2 ghz kernel that will work with axura roms...trial and error!
i have access to the early releases and will be working on Axura 2.0.3 so hopefully i will have something ready when it hits the public..thanks for the feedback people!!
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htcfresh said:
No problem peoples...my goal was to find a oc 1.2 ghz kernel that will work with axura roms...trial and error!
i have access to the early releases and will be working on Axura 2.0.3 so hopefully i will have something ready when it hits the public..thanks for the feedback people!!
Sent from my bad a$$ galaxy s...please excuse my swype
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It would be awesome to get Eugene's latest kernel (#106) working on Axura. Eugene stated that it should work on other roms as long as you include the zImage (duh) and the /system/init.rc. Tried doing it with a flashable zip as well as flashing just the kernel and then using adb to push the init.rc but still couldn't get it to boot. Maybe a much more talented individual could get this set up working.
Is it possible to flash axura 2.03 and flash the kernel by using CW? I believe kernels can be induvidually flashed right without odin correct? Thanks.
htcfresh said:
1. Odin with eugene's 2.2 froyo package
2. Boot back into recovery
3. Flash axura 2.0.1 rom (reboot)
4. Boot into recovery
5. Flash eugene's#802 kernel(reboot)
6. Download oclf 2.0 from market
7. Install ext 2 tools
8. Restore boot image
9. Install 2.2+ lag fix(phone will reboot)
10. Change scheduler to your preference (not necessary)
11.DONE!! Enjoy....
Linpack average... 16.5
Quadrant average..2019
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So I'm already on Axura, so I can just jump right to the flashing of eugenes kernel through cw recovery, correct? Don't get why I'd have to odin eugenes froyo package. I hate odin if you haven't guessed by now lol.
Also, which one is supposed to be better? 802 vs. 805
joe.kerwin said:
So I'm already on Axura, so I can just jump right to the flashing of eugenes kernel through cw recovery, correct? Don't get why I'd have to odin eugenes froyo package. I hate odin if you haven't guessed by now lol.
Also, which one is supposed to be better? 802 vs. 805
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Yeh I hate odin also. I believe we should be able to flash in cw. I dont see why one would have to flash eugenes rom also. Im curious. Anyone care to expound. Thanks!
Correct...if your already on Axura your fine, except if you have any voodoo lag fix our oclf lag fix..you would have to remove them first...I personally like #802..but to each his own
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jcc332006 said:
Is it possible to flash axura 2.03 and flash the kernel by using CW? I believe kernels can be induvidually flashed right without odin correct? Thanks.
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Yes as long as it is a flashable .zip
Kernel and not made for odin..but thus far out of all the kernels eugene's #80x kernels are the only ones that work and are cwm flashable..
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After I install the ext2 files, it says I already have a lagfix installed. I followed your procedure correctly but with Axura 2.0.3 and kernel #802.
I had voodoo installed before but I flashed disable-lagfix.zip before I did any of this.
Xencer said:
After I install the ext2 files, it says I already have a lagfix installed. I followed your procedure correctly but with Axura 2.0.3 and kernel #802.
I had voodoo installed before but I flashed disable-lagfix.zip before I did any of this.
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did you restore boot image!?! if so i dont have an answer, other then odin and reinstall axura rom and this time use the newest working kernel, build a5 #120..links in the first post now..
Im getting reboot issues with the a5#120 kernel anyone else?
shaw89614 said:
Im getting reboot issues with the a5#120 kernel anyone else?
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What kind of reboot issues? Were you running a rom other then axura when you flashed 2.0.3? Best bet is to odin and do it all fresh and only flash one at so time with reboots between flashes...and disable any lag fixes!!
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How's the battery life on this?
802 gave good battery life with 2.0.3 for me

Can modems be flashed?

I have been using Andromeda for about a day and was wondering a few things. Can different modems be flashed through CWM and if so, how? Also the kernels, can they be flashed through CWM? WHICH IS BETTER, URSA MINOR OR URSA MAJOR? I would appreciate the input.
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Both modems and kernels can be flashed in clockwork.
Not sure which is better but I believe one allows for oc
There are modern threads with cmw zips in development
joe1011phosphate said:
Can different modems be flashed through CWM and if so, how?
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Yes.
Reboot to Recovery>install zip from sdcard>choose zip from sdcard>modem of your choice
Also the kernels, can they be flashed through CWM?
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Yes. I personally use neldar's SGS Kernel Flasher...it's in the Market.
Sorry wrong device.
Thanks for all the feedback. I have the SGS flasher but what unfamiliar with it so I haven't used it. I will once I have enough know-how.lol
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Well since I saw the OC in ur post. What does it mean to Over Clock, and what are its pros and cons?
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joe1011phosphate said:
Thanks for all the feedback. I have the SGS flasher but what unfamiliar with it so I haven't used it. I will once I have enough know-how.lol
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It is very easy, dl kernel, open app, choose kernel, find file for kernel, flash kernel, done

[Q] messed up

the problem:bricked phone
how:tried flashin to darky's 9.5 using rom manager without precautions
feature before flashin:1.using speedmod cwm k13e 5oohz big memory version,cwm enabled,froyo stock 2.2..ddjp6
2.lagfix enabled,file and data system was converted to ext4
3.rooted,bln enabled along with other tweaks of speedmod
now:unable toget into recovery,phone gets stuck in samsung gt i9000 screen...download mode possible..
should i use odin to flash back using download mode??wat precautions i shud take..i mean phone is rooted plus lagfix but i cant enter recovery to unlagfix....need help guys
You can flash darky rescue center. Download it. All instructions are in darky zip file.
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Nowhere near bricked... But you have to follow directions now.
Flash either a 2.1 or 2.2 rom. The rom has to be 3 files. You need to flash with a 512 pit and re-partition.
electrotune1200 said:
Nowhere near bricked... But you have to follow directions now.
Flash either a 2.1 or 2.2 rom. The rom has to be 3 files. You need to flash with a 512 pit and re-partition.
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+1
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senotrius said:
the problem:bricked phone
how:tried flashin to darky's 9.5 using rom manager without precautions
feature before flashin:1.using speedmod cwm k13e 5oohz big memory version,cwm enabled,froyo stock 2.2..ddjp6
2.lagfix enabled,file and data system was converted to ext4
3.rooted,bln enabled along with other tweaks of speedmod
now:unable toget into recovery,phone gets stuck in samsung gt i9000 screen...download mode possible..
should i use odin to flash back using download mode??wat precautions i shud take..i mean phone is rooted plus lagfix but i cant enter recovery to unlagfix....need help guys
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flash 2.3.3 : http://dl.dropbox.com/u/19506141/GT_I9000_XWJVH_XXJVO_NEEJV3_Sbl.exe
or stock 2.2.1 : http://dl.dropbox.com/u/19506141/Stock - stock modems/HerstelROM_I9000_XWJM2.zip
with odin : http://dl.dropbox.com/u/19506141/flash en drivers/Odin_+_pit.exe
with pit 512, and check repatition.
do we need bootloaders for 2.3.3?
senotrius said:
do we need bootloaders for 2.3.3?
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if you are coming from froyo rom and want to upgrade to GB youll need bootloader.
if you download files posted above youll be alright.
safe bootloaders are included
i have already pressed the thanks button but thanks again ...so is the 2.3.3 included here the stable gb one that got released afew days ago...?
senotrius said:
i have already pressed the thanks button but thanks again ...so is the 2.3.3 included here the stable gb one that got released afew days ago...?
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yes this is the latest GB release XWJVH, with bootloaders.....
flashed it myself countless times....
oh great ...hey,so which one is the best custom kernel for gingerbread now...im a fan of speedmod myself...it doubled my stock froyo battery life and speed of phone as well..but no stable ones for gingerbread...which ones do u recommend?....imean speedmod had everything on the stable froyo release:lagfix,ext4 data and system,344 or is it 355 mb plus ram,voodoo support,bln,u name it and it has it!!oh and how to root 2.3.3...superoneclick is my choice in froyo...wat about gingerbread...?
senotrius said:
oh great ...hey,so which one is the best custom kernel for gingerbread now...im a fan of speedmod myself...it doubled my stock froyo battery life and speed of phone as well..but no stable ones for gingerbread...which ones do u recommend?
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you can use :
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/19506141/Gingerbread-GT-I9000-XWJVH-stock-kernel+hacks.tar
or : http://dl.dropbox.com/u/19506141/Stock - stock modems/CF-Root-XW_XEE_JVB-v3.1-CWM3RFS.tar
i use second one, with apps. EXT4 / TWEAKS (included) its easy to (de)activate lagfix......
do not extract files but flash using odin (PDA, repartition NOT checked)
ok,what are the names of these kernels?i use sgs kernel flasher to flash..it works perfectly for froyo..any advice for gingerbread?the app reads all types;cwm kernel file or tar btw..u must be familiar im sure?im not taking anymore chances of messing up my phone again
senotrius said:
ok,what are the names of these kernels?i use sgs kernel flasher to flash..it works perfectly for froyo..any advice for gingerbread?the app reads all types;cwm kernel file or tar btw..u must be familiar im sure?im not taking anymore chances of messing up my phone again
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first kernel info :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=975349
sec. : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=788108&highlight=CF-root
flash (TAR) files in odin.....PDA
have to go to work now...
if you have problems send me a PM.....
ohk sorry for bugging u long
senotrius said:
ohk sorry for bugging u long
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Its ok...have to earn some cash to......
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Help with jv rom versions.

Hi
I currently have an vodafone unlocked galaxy running bujv9 rom. and cf-root XWJVH kernel. phone is rooted.
I been looking at kernels which support voodoo sound and other stuff as my one does not.
How do i go from a jvh rom and kernel to say a jvr kernel and rom which supports the voodoo stuff.
Is it a simple wipe then CWM flash new rom then odin jvr kernel. or other way around. Not sure.
Sorry still learning galaxy flashing. well different from HTC flashing.
Cheers.
If you want to try latest rom and a kernel with all features flash stock JVS in odin and then flash Darkcore 4 or Semaphore 1.7 in odin
thompson2009 said:
Hi
I currently have an vodafone unlocked galaxy running bujv9 rom. and cf-root XWJVH kernel. phone is rooted.
I been looking at kernels which support voodoo sound and other stuff as my one does not.
How do i go from a jvh rom and kernel to say a jvr kernel and rom which supports the voodoo stuff.
Is it a simple wipe then CWM flash new rom then odin jvr kernel. or other way around. Not sure.
Sorry still learning galaxy flashing. well different from HTC flashing.
Cheers.
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Your desired rom should have kernel so no need for flashing twice.
You will probably get away with factory reset and cwm flash. Any probs you may have to flash stock first.
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thompson2009 said:
Hi
I currently have an vodafone unlocked galaxy running bujv9 rom. and cf-root XWJVH kernel. phone is rooted.
I been looking at kernels which support voodoo sound and other stuff as my one does not.
How do i go from a jvh rom and kernel to say a jvr kernel and rom which supports the voodoo stuff.
Is it a simple wipe then CWM flash new rom then odin jvr kernel. or other way around. Not sure.
Sorry still learning galaxy flashing. well different from HTC flashing.
Cheers.
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Hi Mate can you tell me how did you root your phone please because i have the same i9000 locked to vodaphone and i dont know how to root it,
thanks
kyashars said:
Hi Mate can you tell me how did you root your phone please because i have the same i9000 locked to vodaphone and i dont know how to root it,
thanks
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There are apps that will do this, but may not work properly (depending on a lot of things). If you're unsuccessful with the app, or if you'd rather another way, the main to go about it is to flash a kernel that is already rooted.
Thanks for your reply, my problem is that i can't find the right cf-root kernal and also because phone locked to network my build number is bujv9,
Flash the stock jvX that you want first then flash the kernel from odin as pda,safe way
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roundbelly said:
Flash the stock jvX that you want first then flash the kernel from odin as pda,safe way
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It is Locked to Vodafone, can i flash jvX ???
kyashars said:
It is Locked to Vodafone, can i flash jvX ???
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If you can enter download mode, you can flash whatever you like.

rooting gingerbread

I have a Samsung captivate AT&T running gingerbread 2.3.5 as of today. My phone was rooted, I use SuperOneClick to root. Since putting on gingerbread 2.3.5 I am no able to root with SuperOneClick v2.3.1. Can anyone tell me how to get rooted again? SOC hangs at 7 waiting for device
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Try the fugu root method?
What is that?
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Search dev section. Fugu root kernel should be with a KF1 1 click. You will need a kk4 kernel. Alternatively you can just flash corn or samurai kernels they have root in cwm.
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prbassplayer said:
Search dev section. Fugu root kernel should be with a KF1 1 click. You will need a kk4 kernel. Alternatively you can just flash corn or samurai kernels they have root in cwm.
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Thank for your response, but I think that is over my head need to learn more about kernels & roms not sure what they are or what they do.
Thanks again
gramme
Your ICS powered Captivate...
prbassplayer said:
Search dev section. Fugu root kernel should be with a KF1 1 click. You will need a kk4 kernel. Alternatively you can just flash corn or samurai kernels they have root in cwm.
Sent from my ICS powered Captivate
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First, thanks for your help...I have been working on learning more to do that fugu method and now under stand I have to get that KF1 click flashed first...
Second, I see you are running ICS on your captivate? Is it rooted? Or did you have to root it?
Somewhere I read that custom ROM are already rooted? Does that mean if I put ICS on my captivate it will be rooted?
My phone is the AT&T captivate Galaxy S....
Thanks again, I am trying to decide if I should continue working on rooting my gingerbread 2.3.5 or just put on ICS?
gramme
do you even understand what 'root' is?
it sounds like you dont.
gramme66 said:
First, thanks for your help...I have been working on learning more to do that fugu method and now under stand I have to get that KF1 click flashed first...
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No just flash the fugu root kernel THEN use the kernel for the rom you are using (KK4 or w/e)
gramme66 said:
Second, I see you are running ICS on your captivate? Is it rooted? Or did you have to root it?
Somewhere I read that custom ROM are already rooted? Does that mean if I put ICS on my captivate it will be rooted?
My phone is the AT&T captivate Galaxy S....
Thanks again, I am trying to decide if I should continue working on rooting my gingerbread 2.3.5 or just put on ICS?
gramme
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Roms are rooted. Like I said you could try Samurrai Kernel or Corn kernel (kk4) I think both offer root in CWM. Don't jump to ICS untill you get a hang of everything else.
Thanks again...yes I understand root...
prbassplayer said:
No just flash the fugu root kernel THEN use the kernel for the rom you are using (KK4 or w/e)
Roms are rooted. Like I said you could try Samurrai Kernel or Corn kernel (kk4) I think both offer root in CWM. Don't jump to ICS untill you get a hang of everything else.
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Yes, I do know what root is...we have two captivates I897 that was running 2.1 unrooted. I upgraded both to 2.2 and rooted both phone from what I have learned here on the forums.
I have finally been able to upgrade both our phones to GB 2.3.3 and have both ROOTED via the Fugu method thanks to your post and explanation. Sure do appreciate you time.
We are now looking to get two B&N NC ereaders and use them as Android Tablets...I am looking to buy one 8, 16, or 32 GB bootable micro SD card pre-loaded with Android 2.3X Gingerbread or CyanogenMod
7.1.0.
I am going to check here to see if I can find any. If you know where to get one please let me know.
Thanks
gramme
PS...I know my writing is not really clear to a lot of people but I am post stroke 13 years (massive stroke) and almost 70 yrs old so I sometimes get confused. I LOVE to do this stuff to try to keep my brain working and your help to get me thinking was GREAT forever grateful

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