i'm a total noob at SGS and Android.
can anyone tell me what things i need to do to use most of my SGS?
and also tell me about rooting and updating the Android OS, do i always have to do the rooting process everytime i update my Android OS?
i just totally need someone who can guide me from the very start.
EDIT:
Model Number: GT-I9003
Baseband version: I9003JXKP3
Kernel version: 2.6.35.7-CL694758
[email protected] #1
Build Number: GINGERBREAD.JPKPA
i can't seem to find any kernel that is suited for my phone in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1225879
does this mean i can't root or install custom ROM's?
I suggest you start by reading this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=939752 and
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=723596
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Yeah there are many threads to read from. I suggest trying either DarkyRom 10.4.2 or CyanogenMod 7.1
ICS isn't really noob friendly atm.
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what do i do first then?
install the ROM or upgrade first to the latest firmware available for my phone?
aeon44 said:
what do i do first then?
install the ROM or upgrade first to the latest firmware available for my phone?
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Which Firmware do you use ?
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Xevez said:
Which Firmware do you use ?
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i still don't have my phone.
but i know that it is SGS.
i'll have it by this weekend.
so please come back to this thread this weekend.
so i can post what firmware it has.
aeon44 said:
i still don't have my phone.
but i know that it is SGS.
i'll have it by this weekend.
so please come back to this thread this weekend.
so i can post what firmware it has.
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read the links that gcuchiha suggested untill you get your phone
Stay on the stock firmware
-=M.a.e.r.s=- said:
Stay on the stock firmware
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give me a good reason why i should stay with a stock firmware?
what about those Custom ROMs?
some of them are very interesting to try.
i might even re-partition my SGS, so i can learn how to update, root, and install ROM's myself.
i'm not even sure if my phone already has a MOD in it or if its already rooted, i still don't have it now. but i'll have it this weekend.
-=M.a.e.r.s=- said:
Stay on the stock firmware
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+1
Each ROM is customised differently with different features. Basically stay stock if you do not know what features you want.
DO NOT flash a any ROM until you have backed up your EFS folder (google hint = IMEI).
If you ask what is your EFS folder you are not ready for a non stock ROM.
On most proper instructions for flashing a rom, EFS backup step is compulsory.
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If you really need a reason to stay on stock:
1. You need to get used to the phone.
2. You never flashed SGS until now.
3. You have not read anything the other forum colleagues gave you.
4. You did not even tried to search the forums before posting this.
5. You might brick the device and then get back here and complain.
Need more? Sorry, but before posting you, and others that want everything on a plate, should use search and read everything posted here.
The "Galaxy S I9000 General" section clearly says: Discussion about the Samsung Galaxy S I9000 (tips & tricks, etc)
Every custom rom has a "How To" section in the OP. Also, every rom has a "What to do in case of" section. So you can try it on your own. There were cases in which the owner hardbricked the device in the first 45 minutes after he received it. So be careful.
i don't know what EFS even mean.
i'm just lazy to read all of it and there's not much i can understand.
so maybe you're all right that i stay with the stock firmware.
my phone still hasn't arrived, i'll just post here again what firmware it has and how should i update it.
btw, one more thing, so custom ROM's acts like a customized Android firmware, is that right?
and thanks for everyone who replies here and gives me their advices.
aeon44 said:
i don't know what EFS even mean.
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good reason to not Flash a Custom Rom
aeon44 said:
i'm just lazy to read all of it and there's not much i can understand.
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Lazy will = soft bricked or worse Hard bricked phone
aeon44 said:
so maybe you're all right that i stay with the stock firmware.
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Based on your above statement about being lazy i would agree
aeon44 said:
i'll just post here again what firmware it has and how should i update it.
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dare i say it and get flamed you should use Samsung Kies to get the latest Firmware available for your handset. If Kies says no newer updates available and you want a newer ROM you will have to get un-lazy and READ
aeon44 said:
so custom ROM's acts like a customized Android firmware, is that right?
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Yes
Lexrsk said:
good reason to not Flash a Custom Rom
Lazy will = soft bricked or worse Hard bricked phone
Based on your above statement about being lazy i would agree
dare i say it and get flamed you should use Samsung Kies to get the latest Firmware available for your handset. If Kies says no newer updates available and you want a newer ROM you will have to get un-lazy and READ
Yes
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lol.
nice, you really chopped off my post to reply to every single one of them.
keep that up.
Samsung Kies are the official firmwares?
will Android 4 (ICS) ever come to SGS(1)?
btw, what happens if i didn't backed up my EFS?
aeon44 said:
Samsung Kies are the official firmwares?
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Samsung Kies will provide the official Samsung or carrier branded Firmware/ROM for your handset
aeon44 said:
will Android 4 (ICS) ever come to SGS(1)?
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This has been covered on many threads/forums. Samsungs stance is that the hardware in the SGS 1 can not run with Touchwiz on top of ICS
aeon44 said:
btw, what happens if i didn't backed up my EFS?
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Again many this has been covered on many threads relating to flashing ICS ROMS in particular. Flashing can result in the IMEI number being over written Your IMEI is stored encripted in a file contained in the EFS folder (IMEI = unique number that identifies your handset on the mobile networks) and then not being able to make or recieve phone calls in extreme examples to random apps downloading from google play or not able to access google play at all.
For more info on this i strongly suggest that you google "backing up EFS folder" and "backing up IMEI"
If this post has helped please use the Thanks Button
Lexrsk said:
Samsung Kies will provide the official Samsung or carrier branded Firmware/ROM for your handset
This has been covered on many threads/forums. Samsungs stance is that the hardware in the SGS 1 can not run with Touchwiz on top of ICS
Again many this has been covered on many threads relating to flashing ICS ROMS in particular. Flashing can result in the IMEI number being over written Your IMEI is stored encripted in a file contained in the EFS folder (IMEI = unique number that identifies your handset on the mobile networks) and then not being able to make or recieve phone calls in extreme examples to random apps downloading from google play or not able to access google play at all.
For more info on this i strongly suggest that you google "backing up EFS folder" and "backing up IMEI"
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but there's a custom ROM that has been leaked that looks like Android 4 (ICS).
will there be a Android 2.4?
i never knew that Android needs a lot of work compared to iOS where it just needs to be jailbreak for you to have the freebies and to be open source.
Iphones run on a common HARDWARE
Android have many different versions of hardware ie Samsung, HTC etc etc etc
Each android phone requires the base code of Android to be customised with device specific drivers etc hence the difference between Android and Iphones.
Your wording is exactly that "CUSTOM" meaning not a Samsung ROM.
As stated before Samsungs stance with the SGS 1 is that they will not release ICS for the handset as there is not enough available RAM (memory) for ICS and their Touchwiz apps
i think i want to install a ROM if i get my Galaxy S by tomorrow.
which one is much better?
CyanogenMOD or DarkyROM?
is this link below the instructions on how to root my phone?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=7152078&postcount=2
should i root my phone first?
or should i already go with the install of CyanogenMOD or DarkyROM?
how do i even know if my phone has already been rooted?
I updated the 1st post with more details.
i have my phone, its model is SGS I9003.
too bad Lexrsk can't help me further but i hope someone can guide me in rooting my phone.
please look the updated details on the 1st post.
can i even do the rooting on my phone?
Related
Hi all,
Currently I've rooted (CF-Root) my phone,
PDA : N7000DDLB2
PHONE : N7000DDLB1
CSC : N7000DDLA1
I need to upgrade to an ICS ROM (with root). Please direct me to a proper guide
I Followed this guide. It's really a simple guide for anyone .
I've purchased mobile Odin Pro. Can I use it with ICS as well ?
YES. I Can .
Can I switch back to my CF-Rooted GB again (I've CWM backups) ?
sideways86 said:
The answer to 3. is a very simple 'yes, you can always go back'.
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Is there any way to remove this Social Hub and other running default apps (Not harm to remove) comes with Stock ROMs?
Yes, I did it using Titanium Backup .
Thank You !
Please see my post #8. and give me a hand.
U will find all the information u need over at development section
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inspire85 said:
U will find all the information u need over at development section
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Yes, There are many guides and ROMs available in development section. But I'm new to ICS flashing. I need a proper guide that starts from the beginning.
Thank You
I think this one is the easiest to understand and follow.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1519727
Need Help. Please ...
muhtesem insan said:
I think this one is the easiest to understand and follow.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1519727
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Thank You. i'll check that that out
Tip, do not flash after that a custom ics. Stock is far the best. And the real thing is comming very soon.
ICS Repack Problems
Hi all,
I managed to flash ICS Repack by Chainfire on my galaxy note today. It is pretty cool and really fast. But I've few questions to ask regarding this new ROM. Please be kind enough to direct me to a appropriate thread if these questions are already been asked and solved.
After I flash ICS Repack, I cannot find CWM anymore. What happened to it ? and how I can get it back ?
How I can go back to my old GB rooted ROM (I've CW backup of that rooted LB2 GB ROM) ?
By now, this ICS version cannot render South Asian languages. but LB2 rendered it very well. Are there any option to get that language support on this ICS ?
I need to change this Keyboard (Chinese) to English. Any other method to change it (Instead of installing GO Keyboard) ?
In our county phone numbers have two formats (our numbers are start with "0" but receiving calls don't have that starting "0" ). But in this ICS ROM, those 2 numbers are Identifying as two different numbers. Any method to fix that issue ?
Can I get my CPU speed to 1.4GHz again ?
Please be kind enough to help me on these matters.
Thank You.
This is why users should study BEFORE they flash. Anyways. Flash CWM, boot it, resrore backup. Cant help you much. Just got my Note happy studying
offenberg said:
This is why users should study BEFORE they flash. Anyways. Flash CWM, boot it, resrore backup. Cant help you much. Just got my Note happy studying
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Thanks ... !!!
Stick with GB for now...people working with ICS around here like to make you jump through hoops just to get your phone to work...so if you're not will to spend the time on it, then stick with GB...no fuss, no muss.
The answer to 3. is a very simple 'yes, you can always go back'.
Also, massive thanks for updating your OP with the answers you have found. If only all question-askers did this.
Hello,
I'm sorry if this question has been asked before, I am not good at this and very nervous of doing something wrong and destroying my mobile... If you could please help me?!
My Galaxy S is:
Frimware version
2.3.3
Baseband version
I9000BWJV2
Kernel version
2.6.35.7-I9000XWJVH-CL184813*[email protected]*#2
Build nr
Gingerbread.xwjvh
The mobile is very very slow and very difficult to use because of this. I have seen that I can root the mobile and upgrade it to Jelly Bean, and hopefully my problems will be resolved...
I am just not sure what kind of programme I should download to root it... also I'm very nervous about in what steps I need to go about to upgrading to Jelly Bean and what I need to download and in what order to do this.
I'm not sure what I download to my laptop's desktop and what I need on my mobile itself...
If you could help me with a step by step guide I would be eternally grateful.
Many Many Thanks
Wishing you all Happy Holidays.
Kaarina
Did you even search?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1852546
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amerkiller1995 said:
Did you even search?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1852546
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Hi I did search, but didn't find what you just sent me, just other threads that didn't seem to fit what I wanted to do.
Sorry for bothering you, I can only say I never done anything like this before, and am not skilled at this. Being an older person, I can't believe I'm even going try this on my own...
Many Thanks and wish me good luck.
Kaarina
Kaarina said:
Hi I did search, but didn't find what you just sent me, just other threads that didn't seem to fit what I wanted to do.
Sorry for bothering you, I can only say I never done anything like this before, and am not skilled at this. Being an older person, I can't believe I'm even going try this on my own...
Many Thanks and wish me good luck.
Kaarina
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there is nothing to worry just watch the video that i have posted below and you will be confident to do it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llsq931ZNWQ
HELP!!!!!
I've done everything and am now updating to ice cream sandwich (thought I do this before I go to jelly bean)
I moved the two last programmes to my mobile, but now when I am about to select 11. Select cm-9.0.0-galaxysmtd.zip only gapps-ics-20120429-signed.zip is showing!!!
What do I do, the other zip must have not been copied to my mobile, can I turn it off and try to put it on again or what do I do!!!!
I hope you can help me or I don't know what to do.... what do I do help.
Many thanks!!!
Is it normal for it to take over an hour for this??
Solved the problem with some thinking and restored the settings and re-did things and now the ROM is installing... so I think it is all going well!
I have beeen waiting for Select cm-9.0.0-galaxysmtd.zip this to finish, and it has been going on for an hour now, is this normal??
Thanks.
is not normal try redownloading the rom and try again to flash it... are you sure you have the i9000 and not i9000B ?
Flash?
Hi Thanks for replying,
I will try to take out the battery and redo it all.. I think that is what you mean?
I do have a i9000 definitely.
I will try to re do this stepp.... not good with this never done this before, I'm just trying to follow the thread on how to...
Thanks
problems...
UPDATE:
Well I tried to just re do the last step that didn't work, now I am try to that flash, which I now read was the first bit I did, I get a lot of yellow and red text that says:
--Coyping media files...
E:failded to mount /dbdata (File exists)
E:copy_dbdata_media: Can't mount /dbdata
your storage not prepared yet. please use UI menu for format and reboot actions.
Media files copy failed.
#MANUAL MODE#
---Applying Multi -CSC...
Installing Mult-CSC
Applied the CSC-code 'KOR'.
Successfully applied multi-CSC.
---Wiping data....
Formating /data...
Formating /dbdata...
E:format_volume: rfs format failed on /dev/block/st110
Deleting Meta Data
formating /cache
Data wipe complete.
I will try to flash it with odin and the JW4_JW4_JW4.tar and see if that will help anything... not really sure what I am doing ... sigh
Any help is gratefully received...
I guess the worst has now happened
Well I guess that is it with the mobile now...
I am getting that FEARED mobile ! computer icon this time... so I guess it is now completely caput???
Kaarina said:
Well I guess that is it with the mobile now...
I am getting that FEARED mobile ! computer icon this time... so I guess it is now completely caput???
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Bricking an i9000 is rare, unless you flash firmware for a different phone or pull the cable halfway.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1841250
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Well I just did what it said on the thread i was pointed at, and maybe I downloaded the wrong stuff for it... I do not understand what I am doing so i should probably not have done this on my own in the first place, so I don't really have anyone to blame but myself, it is only 3 months left on the contract.....
Kaarina said:
Well I just did what it said on the thread i was pointed at, and maybe I downloaded the wrong stuff for it... I do not understand what I am doing so i should probably not have done this on my own in the first place, so I don't really have anyone to blame but myself, it is only 3 months left on the contract.....
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Basically what you're doing is flashing the newest GB firmware for your phone using Odin and then rooting it, also using Odin. After that you have access to " recovery mode", from which you simply choose a zip file with your ICS or JB ROM and flash it.
If your phone is normally working now, I suggest you retry. This process is fairly simple, given you follow all the steps.
Edit: wait, looks like you have a Brazilian i9000.
Since you're using a Brazilian I9000B, disregard what i wrote above, most ROMs aren't compatible, read this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1832916
This is also useful
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=919219
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amerkiller1995 said:
Basically what you're doing is flashing the newest GB firmware for your phone using Odin and then rooting it, also using Odin. After that you have access to " recovery mode", from which you simply choose a zip file with your ICS or JB ROM and flash it.
If your phone is normally working now, I suggest you retry. This process is fairly simple, given you follow all the steps.
Edit: wait, looks like you have a Brazilian i9000.
Since you're using a Brazilian I9000B, disregard what i wrote above, most ROMs aren't compatible, read this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1832916
This is also useful
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=919219
Sent from my GT-I9000
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I just tried the mobile and got it to Download mode.... my moblie is:
Frimware version
2.3.3
Baseband version
I9000BWJV2
Kernel version
2.6.35.7-I9000XWJVH-CL184813*[email protected]*#2
Build nr
Gingerbread.xwjvh
could you look at that and let me know what I could do to save my moblie??
ps. is it OK to take the battery out when it is in download mode without doing any more damage?
I cannot download anything more at the moment, since I have gone over my data of 1GBI just have a dongle
I can download some via wifi don't have it at home...
I'm waiting for your reply
Many Thanks
Kaarina said:
I just tried the mobile and got it to Download mode.... my moblie is:
Frimware version
2.3.3
Baseband version
I9000BWJV2
Kernel version
2.6.35.7-I9000XWJVH-CL184813*[email protected]*#2
Build nr
Gingerbread.xwjvh
could you look at that and let me know what I could do to save my moblie??
I'm waiting for your reply
Many Thanks
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Flash the firmware for your phone
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&model=GT-I9000B&pcode=0&os=1&type=1#firmware
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amerkiller1995 said:
Flash the firmware for your phone
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&model=GT-I9000B&pcode=0&os=1&type=1#firmware
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Baseband version
I9000BWJV2 <--- there isn't one exactly the same as mine, I don't know which one to chose...
UPDATE:
I went to that page to see if I could ask for the right one for my mobile and ended up on a page that say :
Announcement:
For safety reasons Sammobile has stopped ALL Samsung Series firmwares (for example: S-series: S5260, M-series: M610 and E-series: E1230) untill further notice! Plz do NOT post any request or start any thread asking where to find Samsung Series on Sammobile's firmware section!
TIA
Zoomy - Moderator
I am not sure if this is anything to do with what I am looking for??
thanks for your patience!!
Kaarina said:
Baseband version
I9000BWJV2 <--- there isn't one exactly the same as mine, I don't know which one to chose...
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If your build number is the same then it should work.
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amerkiller1995 said:
If your build number is the same then it should work.
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Sorry none of the ones on that page is the same of what I have...
Kaarina said:
Sorry none of the ones on that page is the same of what I have...
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Who is your operator? You can choose based on them
Edit: is this any help
http://brasildroid.com.br/galaxy-s-i9000b-geral/
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amerkiller1995 said:
Who is your operator? You can choose based on them
Edit: is this any help
http://brasildroid.com.br/galaxy-s-i9000b-geral/
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I live in the UK I'm a bit surprised that I have an Brazilian i9000... I can't read Brazilian
Operating system is Google
on that page http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&model=GT-I9000B&pcode=0&os=1&type=1#firmware can I use anyone of those firmwares that has the number 2.3.3?
I was looking at the base version number... that is what I didn't find... sigh
I can download something tonight if I just get the right files to try this again.
If I can flash the mobile with the right firmware,
When I checked About the Mobile this is what it said
Frimware version
2.3.3
Baseband version
I9000BWJV2
Kernel version
2.6.35.7-I9000XWJVH-CL184813*[email protected]*#2
Build nr
Gingerbread.xwjvh
That is all the info I have since I can't get into the phone now...
I can't get into recovery mode only Download.
I don't understand where to go from here... can I somehow go back to my original and then get the correct firmware, ROM etc?
I'm very confused. I bought the mobile on the internet so that might explain it...?
Hi all, I wonder if you can help me at all. I have just been given a GT-I9000 which is locked with t-mobile and I would like to unlock it and then flash the ROM (but I will open another thread later for that). I have unlocked only one phone so far, my old gt-I5700 and I was wondering if anybody can let me know how to unlock this one. I had a look at the sticky threads but couldn't find anything about it. Ah this phone has android 2.1
thanks a lot
Ah sorry, I need to root into my phone first...sorry! Can anybody kindly point me to the location where I can get the file to root my phone? thanks
duratto said:
Ah sorry, I need to root into my phone first...sorry! Can anybody kindly point me to the location where I can get the file to root my phone? thanks
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Root is easy to obtain on this device.
You could flash a pre- rooted stock rom with Odin or depending on your rom you could flash a kernel that gives you the ability to use cwm and then flash supersu.zip.
Take a look at the development forum or search for rooting in it. YouTube offers video guides to root your device.
-star- said:
Root is easy to obtain on this device.
You could flash a pre- rooted stock rom with Odin or depending on your rom you could flash a kernel that gives you the ability to use cwm and then flash supersu.zip.
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Thanks. Sorry I am not an expert on this so I might need a bit more help. To root in the phone as you say I need Odin. WOuld any version of Odin be ok or should I get one that supports my phone?
About tutorial on youtube, fine I will have a look. For the zip file to become root, are you saying I can get it straight from odin?
Finally, the development forum: I can't find the one for my phone on xda, could you possibly point me there please?
thanks
duratto said:
Thanks. Sorry I am not an expert on this so I might need a bit more help. To root in the phone as you say I need Odin. WOuld any version of Odin be ok or should I get one that supports my phone?
About tutorial on youtube, fine I will have a look. For the zip file to become root, are you saying I can get it straight from odin?
Finally, the development forum: I can't find the one for my phone on xda, could you possibly point me there please?
thanks
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This is the general section for the i9000, the international version of the galaxy s1. On the left upper side, about the thread name, are links, click on the i9000. It should direct you to the overview of all i9000& 9001 relevant sub forums.
There are two Odin version that work with this phone, they are mostly included in the Odin packages or kernels.
Zip files can be flashed in the cwm/ twrp recovery, Odin can't flash zip files.
Here are some sample guides: http://m.youtube.com/user/totallydubbedHD. There are a lot of more tutorials out there, but that's a user I would recommend you. Written tutorials are in the q&a are and the development forum.
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This is the general section for the i9000, the international version of the galaxy s1. On the left upper side, about the thread name, are links, click on the i9000. It should direct you to the overview of all i9000& 9001 relevant sub forums.
There are two Odin version that work with this phone, they are mostly included in the Odin packages or kernels.
Zip files can be flashed in the cwm/ twrp recovery, Odin can't flash zip files.
Here are some sample guides: http://m.youtube.com/user/totallydubbedHD. There are a lot of more tutorials out there, but that's a user I would recommend you. Written tutorials are in the q&a are and the development forum.
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Thanks I had a look at the videos you sent me. I have managed to root and unlock my sim card, so now I have to flash the rom. I had a look around in the gt-i9000 forum, found interesting posts, but I don't understand what ROM version I should get. Ideally I would like to have the latest bug free one. I seem to understand that there are stock roms and custom roms: not entirely sure what the difference is, but as long as I can get a stable (ideally the newest) version I am happy. I had a look around but couldn't find what I need...perhaps because I am not entirely sure myself what I need. Could I ask for some more help please?
thanks
duratto said:
Thanks I had a look at the videos you sent me. I have managed to root and unlock my sim card, so now I have to flash the rom. I had a look around in the gt-i9000 forum, found interesting posts, but I don't understand what ROM version I should get. Ideally I would like to have the latest bug free one. I seem to understand that there are stock roms and custom roms: not entirely sure what the difference is, but as long as I can get a stable (ideally the newest) version I am happy. I had a look around but couldn't find what I need...perhaps because I am not entirely sure myself what I need. Could I ask for some more help please?
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There are modified stock roms, based on the official Samsung releases but with a moded theme and some tweaks, they are also called custom roms. The development section contains also pure AOSP roms, based on the android open source project with the AOSP look and speed without OEM content.
It's up to you what you choose, both versions can be stable. The AOSP is based on the latest google release, named jellybean 4.2.1. Samsung stopped the development at 2.3.6, named gingerbread.
Take a closer look at the rom threads and try to build your own opinion with the users feedback.
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There are modified stock roms, based on the official Samsung releases but with a moded theme and some tweaks, they are also called custom roms. The development section contains also pure AOSP roms, based on the android open source project with the AOSP look and speed without OEM content.
It's up to you what you choose, both versions can be stable. The AOSP is based on the latest google release, named jellybean 4.2.1. Samsung stopped the development at 2.3.6, named gingerbread.
Take a closer look at the rom threads and try to build your own opinion with the users feedback.
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Cool, so I will have a look, I suppose I can pen another thread in the General section when I find something interesting
thanks
update your phone to 2.3.4 or higher version and then root your phone and instal app for unlock the phone.
on google play are so many app for unlock.
search on forum another app unlocker
manueln06 said:
update your phone to 2.3.4 or higher version and then root your phone and instal app for unlock the phone.
on google play are so many app for unlock.
search on forum another app unlocker
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well actually to flash the rom you need to root your phone first...
hi friends i have captivate for more than 4 years never rooted it or did anything
now i broke my primary phone and it has went for repair which might take around a month
so am planning to use my captivate again
i am on stock 2.3.5 AT&T rom my phone is network unlock
i want to use a rom for daily usage just whatsapps FB viber and few other app
so i am looking for a good rom and planned to install gamerzRom
but am afraid will my network will be relock to AT&T as am in India using it with local provider
other think what i need to do in order to use this rom.. like su and cwm a guide will be helpful
and if my phone get locks to network how can i unlock it network again
- Your phone can't be more than 4 years old. Captivate was announced in June 2010.
- Once unlocked it will stay unlocked after JB upgrade.
- Follow this very clear and easy to understand guide for upgrade procedure.
- Start with CM 10.1, this ROM is the base for almost all JB ROMs for Captivate. You can flash after whatever you want.
- You may need to replace your battery.
Val D. said:
- Your phone can't be more than 4 years old. Captivate was announced in June 2010.
- Once unlocked it will stay unlocked after JB upgrade.
- Follow this very clear and easy to understand guide for upgrade procedure.
- Start with CM 10.1, this ROM is the base for almost all JB ROMs for Captivate. You can flash after whatever you want.
- You may need to replace your battery.
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i dint calculated actual time.. more than 3years i am having this phone
how to root and install CWM
what tool i need to use.. and how to get back to stock if i want to.. is there any official ICS release
imranaryan said:
i dint calculated actual time.. more than 3years i am having this phone
how to root and install CWM
what tool i need to use.. and how to get back to stock if i want to.. is there any official ICS release
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About upgrade process just read the guide. It contains all answers to your questions.
The last official ROM for Captivate is GB based Samsung TW, all ICS/JB upgrades are custom ROMs.
[Stock ROMs](OneClicks Master Collection) is the very first sticky thread in Captivate Android Development section.
Please, spend some time to read the information provided on XDA before asking basic questions. Many knowledgeable people sacrificed a lot of there free time to explain everything you need to know about Captivate. Before you run into problems, try to understand the upgrade/downgrade process. And be very careful when playing with images containing bootloaders. Unsuccessful attempt to flash bootloaders will hard brick the phone and this will be the end of all your questions. Good luck!
Who can help me find "sense 5 launcher" ? I very like launcher of htc one,
Tks very much, sr my english is bad
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nguyenthang.ckbk said:
Who can help me find "sense 5 launcher" ? I very like launcher of htc one,
Tks very much, sr my english is bad
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I don't know what "sense 5 launcher" is, but I can make almost any launcher mimic Sense interface using corresponding themes, icon packs, widgets, etc. - all available for free on Google Play. Note that you will not be able to 100% duplicate Sense interface features unless you buy a HTC phone. All HTC additions to Android OS are proprietary software and not available for download/use on non-HTC devices.
Thank you !
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Val D. said:
About upgrade process just read the guide. It contains all answers to your questions.
The last official ROM for Captivate is GB based Samsung TW, all ICS/JB upgrades are custom ROMs.
[Stock ROMs](OneClicks Master Collection) is the very first sticky thread in Captivate Android Development section.
Please, spend some time to read the information provided on XDA before asking basic questions. Many knowledgeable people sacrificed a lot of there free time to explain everything you need to know about Captivate. Before you run into problems, try to understand the upgrade/downgrade process. And be very careful when playing with images containing bootloaders. Unsuccessful attempt to flash bootloaders will hard brick the phone and this will be the end of all your questions. Good luck!
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what is the difference between
With Bootloaders - and - Without Bootloaders
please explain
since i have unlock network phone and i want it to be remain unlock which one is preferred
imranaryan said:
what is the difference between
With Bootloaders - and - Without Bootloaders
please explain
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In order to run ICS/JB ROMs you need to have GB bootloaders. In other words, it depends where you start from. If you start from 2.1/2.2, then you need to update the bootloaders. If you start from 2.3.x, then no need to flash bootloaders. This is also explained in the guide. Same thing with stock ROMs. If you never had GB running on your phone and you want to flash KK4, then you need the package with GB bootloaders.
Just a warning
When flashing the bootloaders theres more chance of something to go wrong. I bricked a phone permanently like that.
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imranaryan said:
what is the difference between
With Bootloaders - and - Without Bootloaders
please explain
since i have unlock network phone and i want it to be remain unlock which one is preferred
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Your phone being unlocked does not affect anything it will remain unlocked no matter what
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In order to run ICS/JB ROMs you need to have GB bootloaders. In other words, it depends where you start from. If you start from 2.1/2.2, then you need to update the bootloaders. If you start from 2.3.x, then no need to flash bootloaders. This is also explained in the guide. Same thing with stock ROMs. If you never had GB running on your phone and you want to flash KK4, then you need the package with GB bootloaders.
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jram0421 said:
When flashing the bootloaders theres more chance of something to go wrong. I bricked a phone permanently like that.
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Your phone being unlocked does not affect anything it will remain unlocked no matter what
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presently am on GB 2.3.5 I897UCKK4 so i dont need bootloader.. and only by rooting and cwm i can flash any of my desired rom base on GB/ICS/JB
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Since u r on KK4 u should have the GB Bootloaders. (Unless u see a total pixelated screen when u boot ur phone. If u do, then u don't have the Bls. Otherwise ur good to go.)
And here is a [Utility]KK4 Easy Root by Red_81 that u can gain Root access through and also get the KK4 Corn Kernel that has CWM Recovery so that u can proceed with flashin ur rom of choice.
See post # 4 in the thread linked for a workin download...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26710533&postcount=1
And in my opinion, i would suggest stayin away from flashing ICS Roms, because of the possible encryption unsuccessful bug.
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Since u r on KK4 u should have the GB Bootloaders. (Unless u see a total pixelated screen when u boot ur phone. If u do, then u don't have the Bls. Otherwise ur good to go.)
And here is a [Utility]KK4 Easy Root by Red_81 that u can gain Root access through and also get the KK4 Corn Kernel that has CWM Recovery so that u can proceed with flashin ur rom of choice.
See post # 4 in the thread linked for a workin download...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26710533&postcount=1
And in my opinion, i would suggest stayin away from flashing ICS Roms, because of the possible encryption unsuccessful bug.
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ok
i have downloaded SGH-I897_I897UCKK4_UC_ATT.tar can u tell me the process ow to flash it via odin or any other tool
imranaryan said:
presently am on GB 2.3.5 I897UCKK4...
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imranaryan said:
ok i have downloaded SGH-I897_I897UCKK4_UC_ATT.tar can u tell me the process ow to flash it via odin...
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Why you want to flash something that you already have on your phone?
Buddy, seriously, have you read the upgrade to JB guide in post #2?
Here is the link again - Idiot-Proof All-in-one Guide to Making Your Samsung Captivate Awesome
Val D. said:
Why you want to flash something that you already have on your phone?
Buddy, seriously, have you read the upgrade to JB guide in post #2?
Here is the link again - Idiot-Proof All-in-one Guide to Making Your Samsung Captivate Awesome
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i want to know because if in future something went wrong i can flash back to Stock
somebody please provide me with driver
the link is dead
Windows Drivers - select the proper driver for your setup
32 bit: http://www.mediafire.com/?0b45zo7o75rc5d5
64 bit: http://www.mediafire.com/?3dh4d6up72me9re
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See the Captivate - PC Connection Issues...thread. Post #3....http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=33227541&postcount=1
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imranaryan said:
i want to know because if in future something went wrong i can flash back to Stock
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I give up... This question is also covered in details.
Hello i am sending from greece and i bought before 3months a galaxy note3(sm-n9005) 4.3 android version & n9005xxudmj7...the phone must be from france and i say that because when i turn on it for the first time the setuped language were french...yesterday i rooted my phone with your help and your method but i wanted to ask if the 4.4 android version has come for note3 and what i can do to install it to my phone...???(in settings when i try to update my operating system(from now who i am rooted) it shows me the message""""your cellphone has changed,the operating system updates are not available''''''' sorry for my english if i had mistakes etc,i will be waiting for a reply thank you
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Hello i am sending from greece and i bought before 3months a galaxy note3(sm-n9005) 4.3 android version & n9005xxudmj7...the phone must be from france and i say that because when i turn on it for the first time the setuped language were french...yesterday i rooted my phone with your help and your method but i wanted to ask if the 4.4 android version has come for note3 and what i can do to install it to my phone...???(in settings when i try to update my operating system(from now who i am rooted) it shows me the message""""your cellphone has changed,the operating system updates are not available''''''' sorry for my english if i had mistakes etc,i will be waiting for a reply thank you
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Can anyone help me...???
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Can anyone help me...???
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There is a thread for the international version but what you need to do is get an apk that changes your "custom" status to "official" then you will be able check for updates. I do believe this thread will get you started. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2383484
If you have deleted any apks then it may mess up any updates you take. Or go to sammobile and look for 4.4 firmware for your phone and use Kies to install.
The 9005 can receive it's latest update thru kies, or by going into the settings menu, tap general tab, and scroll down to about device, then system update.
I have only change the md5 file with kies not the rom....I wanted to make the phone rooted not to change the official rom...can I correct this problem with my updates without change the official rom from my phone??? Or is there any app to do that???
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I have only change the md5 file with kies not the rom....I wanted to make the phone rooted not to change the official rom...can I correct this problem with my updates without change the official rom from my phone??? Or is there any app to do that???
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I am not sure I understand what you are trying to do.
Are you trying to gain root?
Are you trying to upgrade your firmware on your phone?
Are you trying to change something else on your phone?
CodeNameRedNeck said:
I am not sure I understand what you are trying to do.
Are you trying to gain root?
Are you trying to upgrade your firmware on your phone?
Are you trying to change something else on your phone?
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I have rooted my phone but I want also to install the 4.4 android version...but when I try to search for software update the phone tells me that because I have done changes to the phone(root procedure) I can't search for any new software updates...I have seen a video from youtube.com that I can install a new Android version without change my phone(root or no root there isn't a difference)I ask if I can do that...and where I can find this kit kat version to download it....
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I have rooted my phone but I want also to install the 4.4 android version...but when I try to search for software update the phone tells me that because I have done changes to the phone(root procedure) I can't search for any new software updates...I have seen a video from youtube.com that I can install a new Android version without change my phone(root or no root there isn't a difference)I ask if I can do that...and where I can find this kit kat version to download it....
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I see.
The other reply that I made with the link in it. Follow that link and install what it tells you to install.
After you install it you can make you phone show an "official" status which will allow you to check for updates.
I do not know where the guy in the YouTube video got his firmware.
There is firmware available for the SM-9005 at www.sammobile.com but they seem to be country and carrier specific, I do not know as I do not have that phone.
You may be better off getting instructions in this section of XDA http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-3?nocache=1&z=7992070960968063
Good luck and be careful not to brick your phone.
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I see.
The other reply that I made with the link in it. Follow that link and install what it tells you to install.
After you install it you can make you phone show an "official" status which will allow you to check for updates.
I do not know where the guy in the YouTube video got his firmware.
There is firmware available for the SM-9005 at www.sammobile.com but they seem to be country and carrier specific, I do not know as I do not have that phone.
You may be better off getting instructions in this section of XDA http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-3?nocache=1&z=7992070960968063
Good luck and be careful not to brick your phone.
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if i change the firmware and put the official although the phone is like to go for unroot it....right???and after that i will go for the official updates.....the knox will be 0x0 or stays 0x1????
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if i change the firmware and put the official although the phone is like to go for unroot it....right???and after that i will go for the official updates.....the knox will be 0x0 or stays 0x1????
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You will probably lose root. It will not reset Knox to 0×0.
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You will probably lose root. It will not reset Knox to 0×0.
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this is the link of the video on youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PurJfuEsA0s if you notice in the video is a release from poland but it has installed the greek language...i wanted to say that i spoke with someone who tells me that the kit kat version is on first steps (full bugs and problems etc) and if i want to install something close to 4.4.2 kitkat is this http://omegadroid.co/samsung-galaxy-note-3-n9005/ which is something based on 4.4.2 android version...what should i do???i am confused...
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this is the link of the video on youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PurJfuEsA0s if you notice in the video is a release from poland but it has installed the...i wanted to say that i speak with someone who tells me that the kit kat version is on first steps (full bugs and problems etc) and if i want to install something close to 4.4.2 kitkat is this http://omegadroid.co/samsung-galaxy-note-3-n9005/ which is something based on 4.4.2 android version...what should i do???i am confused...
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Well I am not sure how to help you from here. I wish I could.
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Well I am not sure how to help you from here. I wish I could.
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never mind...thank you for your help and the instant messages...
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this is the link of the video on youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PurJfuEsA0s if you notice in the video is a release from poland but it has installed the greek language...i wanted to say that i spoke with someone who tells me that the kit kat version is on first steps (full bugs and problems etc) and if i want to install something close to 4.4.2 kitkat is this http://omegadroid.co/samsung-galaxy-note-3-n9005/ which is something based on 4.4.2 android version...what should i do???i am confused...
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Sir I think you're looking for opinions on what to do and that's not what xda is here for. You're not even in the right sub forum for your device. We can talk forever about the pros and cons of custom roms over official releases. If you're worried one bit about knox counter, then do the official release. If you're comfortable with modifying your device and you can follow directions, I recommend you focus all your attention to this sub forum for your device here! The omegadroid link you attached can be found here on xda! I highly suggest you read through the 3000+ posts that users like you made. That might make up your mind for you.
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Sir I think you're looking for opinions on what to do and that's not what xda is here for. You're not even in the right sub forum for your device. We can talk forever about the pros and cons of custom roms over official releases. If you're worried one bit about knox counter, then do the official release. If you're comfortable with modifying your device and you can follow directions, I recommend you focus all your attention to this sub forum for your device here! The omegadroid link you attached can be found here on xda! I highly suggest you read through the 3000+ posts that users like you made. That might make up your mind for you.
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sir if you read from the headstart my subject you will find out that my questions/problems are right located...the admins transfer me here so dont give me instructions...if you want to help to the discussion is better...give directions to yourself...friendlywriting always