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[Q] Updating Galaxy S Captivate to Froyo 2.2

I'm very sorry for creating a thread like this one, I do not want to be annoying.
This last week, Rogers change my Acer Liquid E for a Samsung Galaxy S Captivate for very bad customer experience.
Since my Acer Liquid E was on Froyo, my Captivate is on Eclair and i'd like to update it.
Samsung Galaxy S Captivate : SGH-i896 (Rogers Canada)
Everything I've found didn't work at all.
I'm Using Kies 1.5.3.10113_29
USB Driver are installed (Samsung)
Proper USB Cable and I follow the instruction step by step on both rogers and samsung website.
Here's go the problem:
(Sorry for my bad english, I'm used to speak french)
When I start Kies, my phone is trying to be detected by Kies but it endless. It said : Connecting the device, please wait. This last step never end (2 hours waiting in front of the computer).
I've been factory reset my phone, reinstalling usb driver and kies and I don't know what to do. I'd like to know if there's someone that could help me ? I've been searching for two days for a miracle, this forum seems to be most competent way to get a result.
I'll be very happy if there's someone that could help me.
Thank you!
Marc
P.S: In my computer Windows, my computer show my mobile name by SGH-i896 and i can acces to by phone like it was mass storage mode.

awake4ever said:
I'm very sorry for creating a thread like this one, I do not want to be annoying.
This last week, Rogers change my Acer Liquid E for a Samsung Galaxy S Captivate for very bad customer experience.
Since my Acer Liquid E was on Froyo, my Captivate is on Eclair and i'd like to update it.
Samsung Galaxy S Captivate : SGH-i896 (Rogers Canada)
Everything I've found didn't work at all.
I'm Using Kies 1.5.3.10113_29
USB Driver are installed (Samsung)
Proper USB Cable and I follow the instruction step by step on both rogers and samsung website.
Here's go the problem:
(Sorry for my bad english, I'm used to speak french)
When I start Kies, my phone is trying to be detected by Kies but it endless. It said : Connecting the device, please wait. This last step never end (2 hours waiting in front of the computer).
I've been factory reset my phone, reinstalling usb driver and kies and I don't know what to do. I'd like to know if there's someone that could help me ? I've been searching for two days for a miracle, this forum seems to be most competent way to get a result.
I'll be very happy if there's someone that could help me.
Thank you!
Marc
P.S: In my computer Windows, my computer show my mobile name by SGH-i896 and i can acces to by phone like it was mass storage mode.
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Have you checked your USB settings? Go into settings -> applications -> development -> make sure USB debugging is turned off. Then go back to applications -> USB settings -> select Kies (Firmware update). I haven't used Kies at all but in theory this should fix your problem.

Yes I did, is there an other way to update me phone ?

My kies would always do this too. I was able to fix by going into control panel, then device manager and deleting the device named something like "samsung android composite device" (phone has to be connected to see this). Then unplug the phone and reconnect and it would install the drivers again.
I had to do this fairly often, but it always worked. hopefully it might work for you.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I896 using XDA App

This my works, but i'de like to know what driver were you using when he asked you to install it the second time ? I'm using the driver for SGH-I897, i didn't find anything for the SGH-I896

i had a lot of problems with kies doing the update to froyo 2.2 too...
first check if your usb settings are going to Kies mode and not mass storage mode. you can check my going to settings > applications > USB settings > Kies (firmware update)
if you are a rogers customer then try to bring it to a Rogers Plus store and ask them to update it for you, might have to try a few stores before you find a someone that can help.
if you want to do the update yourself then you can try this.
i first had to install an older version of kies, the latest one from samsung website would not detect my phone at all. the version i used is Kies_1.5.3.10092_2_1.exe, you can download it here http://dls.scione-music.de/KIES/
another problem i had was that during the update kies was not able to put my phone in download mode so i would get an error and the firmware update would close. what i had to do was manually put it in download mode before i get the error. so before the error pops up you have to power off your phone and disconnect the usb then while the phone is off hold both volume buttons and plug in the usb. This will put you into download mode and then kies will finish the update.

The problem has been solved by switching my windows vista to windows 7! ! I finnaly managed to convince my girlfriend to switch his ****ty pc operating system to 7. Thank you for everything all xda user.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I896 using XDA App

I am on rogers froyo 2.2. There are some other ways than kies. You can flash the stock rom here (cwm or odin): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905042
or flash any one of these custom roms based on it:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=912657
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=914284
If you are new and don't know how to flash, then read a lot before trying (try stickies in the android dev section and general section).
Edit: didn't see above post. Looks like you got it solved.

awake4ever said:
I finnaly managed to convince my girlfriend to switch his ****ty pc operating system to 7.
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Freudian slip?

[Q] Just got the Tab and New to Android

I just purchased a galaxy tab from craigslist for $265. It's in mint condition with box, cables, charger, and manual. Its the T-mobile version. How do I root the tab or unlock it in order to customize and reap all the possible benefits of the open platform? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

dxwilliams40 said:
I just purchased a galaxy tab from craigslist for $265. It's in mint condition with box, cables, charger, and manual. Its the T-mobile version. How do I root the tab or unlock it in order to customize and reap all the possible benefits of the open platform? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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z4root. That will root your tab. Also in the Android Development section there should be directions on how to root and flash custom roms.

problem with gps receiver
Please help!
i 've got my tab last week. GPS receiver was working very fine. My Navi found many satelites after few seconds. After upgrading firmware with kies to version
band : P1000XXJMF
kernel : 2.6.32.9 [email protected]#1
build: FROYO.XXJMG
my navigation-programs do not receice any gps signal. I manually deactivated and then activated gps receiver, but it couldn't help. The gsp symbol did not appear on the status bar!
I replaced all the gps related files with the files from xda thread "how to improve gps performance"
(all files from "TAB GPS FIX") without success. Program gps aid from android market showed no gps data. I didn't write out the old version before upgrading so i don't know what version it was on the TAB. My question is where can I find the previous firmware version for my SGT-P1000 EUR or is there any fix for this issue? Sorry for my bad English!

dxwilliams40 said:
I just purchased a galaxy tab from craigslist for $265. It's in mint condition with box, cables, charger, and manual. Its the T-mobile version. How do I root the tab or unlock it in order to customize and reap all the possible benefits of the open platform? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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This is how you root the Tmobile Tab Permanently
I. Before You Begin
1. This will root the Samsung Galaxy Tab so you can load root required apps on to the device.
2. This will also allow you to flash a custom recovery image once you are done.
II. Sync with Kies
1. Download the Samsung Kies Software from here and install it to your computer.
2. Open Kies
3. Connect your device to your computer via USB cable.
4. Unplug the Tab.
5. Go to Settings > Applications > Development > and check USB Debugging ON.
6. Plug the Tab back in via USB cable and leave Kies open. It should try to connect to it this time and start installing drivers.
7. Once it installs the drivers, close Kies (regardless of whether it actually connected to the device or not).
III. Root it Using SuperOneClick
1. Download the SuperOneClick App from here.
2. Extract the SuperOneClick .zip file.
3. With the phone still plugged in from Section II, right click the SuperOneClick app and Run As Administrator (if no such option exists, just click Open).
3. When it opens, click on Root and wait 5 minutes for it to finish.
4. Once it is done, you are rooted. Enjoy!

perigo said:
Please help!
i 've got my tab last week. GPS receiver was working very fine. My Navi found many satelites after few seconds. After upgrading firmware with kies to version
band : P1000XXJMF
kernel : 2.6.32.9 [email protected]#1
build: FROYO.XXJMG
my navigation-programs do not receice any gps signal. I manually deactivated and then activated gps receiver, but it couldn't help. The gsp symbol did not appear on the status bar!
I replaced all the gps related files with the files from xda thread "how to improve gps performance"
(all files from "TAB GPS FIX") without success. Program gps aid from android market showed no gps data. I didn't write out the old version before upgrading so i don't know what version it was on the TAB. My question is where can I find the previous firmware version for my SGT-P1000 EUR or is there any fix for this issue? Sorry for my bad English!
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Hi perigo, it's probably a better idea to start your own thread rather than hijacking someone else's that was discussing a totally different issue.
Anyway, you should be able to find your Tab's firmware here: http://www.samfirmware.com/WEBPROTECT-p1000.htm (it seems that registration is needed, it's free though). You should however know what you are doing. Some people have managed to brick their Tabs by messing up on their flashing procedures. Do some reading around to get some confidence on what you are doing before attempting a re-flash. Having done that, if still in doubt, don't feel shy to ask - the community here is great!

jerseypilot said:
This is how you root the Tmobile Tab Permanently
I. Before You Begin
1. This will root the Samsung Galaxy Tab so you can load root required apps on to the device.
2. This will also allow you to flash a custom recovery image once you are done.
II. Sync with Kies
1. Download the Samsung Kies Software from here and install it to your computer.
2. Open Kies
3. Connect your device to your computer via USB cable.
4. Unplug the Tab.
5. Go to Settings > Applications > Development > and check USB Debugging ON.
6. Plug the Tab back in via USB cable and leave Kies open. It should try to connect to it this time and start installing drivers.
7. Once it installs the drivers, close Kies (regardless of whether it actually connected to the device or not).
III. Root it Using SuperOneClick
1. Download the SuperOneClick App from here.
2. Extract the SuperOneClick .zip file.
3. With the phone still plugged in from Section II, right click the SuperOneClick app and Run As Administrator (if no such option exists, just click Open).
3. When it opens, click on Root and wait 5 minutes for it to finish.
4. Once it is done, you are rooted. Enjoy!
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Thanks for the advice. I found this information a few weeks ago, and I am now rooted while running the overcome 1.4.0 ROM with Rotohammers modem switcher. This forum is full of helpful advice, and I am now addicted to searching for more customization options.

(Guide)Use your windows phone mango 7.5 as USB modem for internet on your PC

Hi guys!!!
This is the method to enable windows phone modem to connect to internet via usb
It should work on both 1st and 2nd gen devices.
Tested on samsung omnia w 7.10.8107(2nd gen device) with diag app v1109
HOW????
Here it goes!!!!!
1.go to diagnostics dialer by dialing ##634# and dial *#7284# , you will get a micro usb test menu --which has zune sync,modem tethered call, modem USB diag options etc etc
2.Select Modem,tethered call(may be option B) and reboot your device.
3.Now connect your phone to PC using USB cable and it must install drivers of modem etc
4.Once after installation of drivers,Use Nokia PC suite(not ovi suite) and go to connect to the internet(one touch acess) in Nokia PC suite, click on settings and your windows phone modem should be there.
5.Now,Select manual settings and there enter your access point details.
6.click Connect,now your device is connected and you can use Internet on PC using USB modem
Note: This method is originally by ASHISH MOHTA and i modified the guide to make it successfully work. and please tell me if it is already existing in xda forum as i searched it wasn't there and sorry for any bad english

yeah I wrote an howto guide for samsung omnia 7 but I wrote it inside another thread with another title (my mistake)
you can find it: click here for Samsung omnia 7 usb modem howto

DJBlaster-303 said:
yeah I wrote an howto guide for samsung omnia 7 but I wrote it inside another thread with another title (my mistake)
you can find it: click here for Samsung omnia 7 usb modem howto
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Yeah its same and its a good idea

[Q] Update to ICS via Kies problem

I have a Galaxy Note N7000 and i was updating it via Kies. So you know, i have an average Wifi connection and it took about 2 hours to download the ics update through Kies. as many of you will be familiar with the procedure, my phone was supposed to be connected throughout the process. when it was finally downloaded and was going to be transferred to my phone, i got an error saying USB device not recognized by the computer and it told me to try again. Now i dont know if i'll be able to go through that process all over again just to find out my device isnt supported even if it is recognised in the first place. Im using a Windows 7 dell Inspiron. My phone is not rooted. I dont plan to root nor do i want a custom ROM. I can easily transfer media to the phone using a usb cable just fine but when the download finishes, the phone is not recognisable. What seems to be the problem? is it because of the Media Transfer Protocol (MTP)? I just need to know what may be causing the "unrecognisable" problem so i can move on and get this over with.
I'll be sure to click on Thankyou for anyone who helps me.

Your computer might be sleeping and fails to wake up the usb devices. Have a look at your power settings and put it to "always on".
Or download the rom and flash via odin. Dr. Ketan has the full guide and files in the developer section.
Zapped through server hops to XDA forums

Note 5 (N920I) USB/OTG Issue [No computer will recognise the device]

Ok ladies and gents,
I've been on a mission to root my Note 5 N920I for months now.
My problem is no computer will read/recognise the device. The Mac's seem to not even recognise it's plugged in, with Windows, no matter which driver I install it keeps telling me the "device descriptor failed blah blah blah". I managed to root my S4 very easily on Mac with Jodin3 so I know that it ain't no user error.
I've Googled and Googled ways to root without a computer or installing a custom recovery without root, but from what I understand I can't flash TWRP as recovery without a computer and therefore cannot root without a custom recovery.
I've Googled ways to fix the USB issue by making the xml file and putting it into the correct folder, but for that I need to be rooted. Right?
When she's plugged into a computer with USB debugging on or off nothing comes up in my notifications except for charging. I tried using the toolbox which I found on here (sorry can't remember the name) though it seemed like I was getting close, I couldn't get close enough before my temper got the better off me.
If my memory serves me correctly the OTG function worked when i first got the phone but didn't after the first update. My mate's Note 5 also has the same issue. I Googled it and seemed it was common issue on these phones.
I've tried to learn some Terminal/Command Prompt to see if I can fix it that way through Debian or whatever, only got as far as understanding it, kind of. Big ups to all you coders/programmers out there it really is an artform.
So PLZ PLZ can y'all help me, there has to be a way aside from setting this thing alight and getting a new phone.
My next mission, which I only embarked on a couple nights ago is unbricking my dad's Note 4 (N910G) that just hit the **** one day after spazzing out for a few days then would not turn on. I'm getting close though I haven't put much effort into that yet.
Any advice will be greatly appreciated, thanks in advance. ?

Anyone??

$pooLz said:
Anyone??
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1)First of all have you enabled usb debugging and oem unlocking options enabled from developers options?
2)Install latest usb drivers for your model no on pc, use original usb cable to connect your phone
3) Try different usb hub-ports on your pc, it is recommended to use main-usb port to connect device properly which is mostly located backside of cpu cabinet
4)Does odin recognises ur device? If yes then you can flash twrp and cf autoroot both ( Sometimes Kies or smartswtich like programmes enforces device not be reognised, so uninstall them before trying to connect and flashing thorugh odin)
5)Try to update device drivers manually from Pc's administration
6) Try to connect your phone on another pc running windows and see if it recognises your device or not

I've tried all of that, i have a 09 Macbook Pro hand me down running Yosemite with Windows 8.1 Pro n just put Ubuntu on her today through Parallels. None of which recognise the phone being there.
I've plugged it into 2 HP PC's and both just keep telling "device descriptor failed". They're both kinda old too.
Unless someone has a specific driver they've made or found or could make me?? Clearly I'm a noob.
Closest I've found is https://github.com/452/USBHIDTerminal/wiki/How-to-enable-USB-host-API-support but still need root or system mounted as rw.
Any other ideas? Any ADB codes anyone could help me with ?