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Hi guys hope someone can help..
I have been on ics for few months & loving it..
Few days ago I updated my brother-in-law sgs i9000 from Darkys rom xxjw1 > updated to Dark knight rom ics 4.0.4 ...
"he wants to go back to any gingerbread rom stock or custom"..!!
Firstly I made no backup & worst of all I cannot find anything Google search (no guides tutorials info) etc
CAN SOMEONE PLEASE HELP OR DIRECT ME..
It's it a straight simple flash of a GB ROM with full wipe.. Or is it bit more complex from what I have been told..!!
What, google is dead
http://www.theandroidsoul.com/xxjvu/
I thought (read from different forums) that it was a difficult procedure..
Okay can you check steps..
1 Nandroid backup current rom
2 backup apps data settings etc
FULL WIPE
3 factory reset
4 wipe cache
5 wipe dalvik cache
6 format system
7 format cache
8 format data
(I'm unsure about the others like boot, datadata, sd, emmc)
Odin flash stock xxjvu
root firmware flash kernel
Fix permissions
Reboot
Hopefully back on gingerbread
"please do correct me & appreciate any help"
Download stock then flash with odin
For me i back to ics
1.Full wipe, wipe cache, wipe dalvik for ICS first then go to download mode.
2.Open odin tool.
3.Then flash stock 2.3.3 XWJW5
4.Done.
1. Make backup, if need. Format and cache wipping not requaired, Odin delete old partitions and create neew, if ‘Re-Partition’ checkbox is checked
2. flash GB rom with Odin
3. root, if need
Thanks all that replied & helped..
@Janka63
Have you flashed GB ROM coming from an ICS ROM.. Did Odin flash work okay..??
I've done it with wipe cache and dalvik,
format sd, system, data and dbdata.
Than flashed with Odin a Stock JW1.
I did several times since the 1st time I tried to port ICS in my phone, (the last time was before yesterday), when I was unable to enter recovery and the mobile when looping, I grabbed Odin, flashed it directly (no wipe, anything, but I bet my phone's life for it), rooted it back. Now I'm back for ICS.
wiping is unnecessary for odin roms.
Knowledge is Power. Guard it well.
snapper.fishes said:
wiping is unnecessary for odin roms.
Knowledge is Power. Guard it well.
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Thanks.. But can you explain why wiping is unnecessary with Odin (as I believe a wipe will not be done using Odin)..
I have always been advised to do wipe when flashing/switching roms whether it's using Odin, cwm recovery, Heimdall etc etc
Hi good folk!
I have my son's new GN and I want to help him to safely update to ICS OTA and root.
Is it safe and possible to go from unrooted GB, do the OTA update to ICS, then flash n' root the SpeedMod kernel via Odin?
It's wipe and restore with default ICS kernel that's unsafe if I've read right?
Thanks for your help!
Ok, I sound like a total noob, I admit it!
Safest way to get speed mod kernel onto unrooted stock ics please. I have been looking, but it's like spaghetti junction out there!
Thanks!
Yup, its wiping in recovery or factory resets which is causing problems. You should be able to safely upgrade to ICS.
Not sure about the kernel. Just read the stickies. I think it would be covered.
One advice: scrap stock ROM all together.. Flash something like Asylum ICS, or some safe custom ICS ROM based on stock ROM because frankly stock ICS sucks like hell.. if you need any help, feel free to PM me!
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The safest and easiest method would be,
1. Upgrade to ICS via OTA
2. Root with temporary CWM method here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1647148
3. Get Mobile Odin from Google Play (or search in xda)
4. Flash latest speedmod kernel for ICS (k3-5 .tar) via mobile odin
5. Reboot to recovery and do wipe from there if needed
Great! Thanks for your helpful replies, much appreciated!
i suggest you to be on gb to stay on safest side otherwise ics is a pain in ass.. go upgrade i can't stop you
+1
Anything is not safe if you don't know how to use it properly...
I don't advise you to go OTA, as if you read there are many posts are there describing battery issue, FC, unable to go to deep sleep. what are happens is likely due to previous ROM junks (thogh may not happen in all cases, b'coz there state of ROM may be clear at time of OTA update)
What i suggest best thing is to go this way
-Take backup of important data, as you have unrooted GB so you have limited scope for backup, but there is lots of applications then worth to get Root (if your RO is directly rootable) then create backup with titanium or same other application. just backup only user applications only not system junk.
-Wipe cache and data fro recovery (you can get recovery with Vol Up+home+power)
-Download ICS ROM and flash using odin from here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1424997
Here is installation and rooting guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26455511&postcount=2475
-Now you will feel fresh ICS experience. and you can restore your data which you have created earlier.
But if you dont have much application to backup, then escape root, Backup/restore steps i have mentioned. Contacts can be backup with google sync, as well from contact - import/export
and SMS can be backup with SMS backup and restore application
as well there is free appl for unroot ' My bakup" on market is good to backup these stuffs.
GoodLuck!
Edit : Yes wiping is not safe on ICS. but custom kernels are safer compare to stock. you can flash any safe kernel like CF,Franco,speedmod and some more (get it from development section) after finishing root ICS.
Just remember golden rule, avoid deleting big files, wipe and recovery function on ICS. then you are safe.
Ahh wow thanks but too late! My son started playing with his phone before I could speak to him last night, and this morning I looked at his phone and saw it had ICS. Either this phone came preinstalled with ics, or I suspect that it updated when he turned on wifi, as auto update was ticked.
So I root, flash speedmod kernel and reboot to recovery to be safe from the bad bug, then install a custom ics rom over the ota stock rom?
One question please. So I'm on stock ics from ota. After flashing speedmod kernel and rebooting to recovery, is it then safe to wipe cache and dalvik after doing this, and before installing a custom ics rom?
Many thanks again..bowled over by responses to a noob from respected xda peeps!
Okay, I'm on the Speedmod kernel and already the stock ota ics is visibly smoother. one step at a time!
Speedmod kernel is.safer.then stock.and disabled emmc erase cap command to remove brick bug. But still to be safe side avoid unnecessarily wipe as well.recovery function till that's not must. Here nobody claim 100% safe like gb kernel.
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hey
the gn is kl what is the speed mod
Rooted and custom rom installed safely, thanks for all your help!
Spent quite some time searching through the forum but I'd still like a few pointers on where to start particularly (in which order).
Like;
1) Root
2) CWM
3) ROM Manager
4) SuperUser
5) Odin
6) Data wipe
7) Binary count reset
8) Recovery Manager
9) Custom ROMS
(EVEN THOUGH I'VE NUMBERED THEM, IT'S NOT LIKE I KNOW THE ORDER, JUST IN CASE YOU'RE WONDERING)
So here are my main questions:
1) In which order do I install them ?
2) Is there any relationship between them? (i.e. I thought ROM Manager let you install CWM and with CWM you can get to Recovery manager or something...)
3) Do I need the Recovery manager for recovery or for installation of custom ROMS?
4) What is the point of getting custom ROMS when I get root ?
Phone: GT-I8190
Android: 4.1.1
Baseband/Build: I8190XXALJL
Thanks in advance, and apologies for asking same question if there is a thread around here about it.
I'd prefer ppl to explain rather than referring to other threads as that got me a little confused before. (you may still refer if that thread is clear enough)
Ok. The order is
1- Root (superuser comes with it)
2- CWM
3-see the right rom for u
4- wipe data, cache, and dalvic in advanced, to flash rom
5-reset counter when u flash anthing in odin u will have a yello triangle to remove u have to reset counter ( does not effect the phone
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mhoss48 said:
Ok. The order is
1- Root (superuser comes with it)
2- CWM
3-see the right rom for u
4- wipe data, cache, and dalvic in advanced, to flash rom
5-reset counter when u flash anthing in odin u will have a yello triangle to remove u have to reset counter ( does not effect the phone
Press like if i helped u
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Could u explain 3 a bit more ?
Also is there any relationship between CWM, ROM manager, custom ROMS and Recovery Manager ?
Go to development forum, pick one of the pre rooted firmwares and flash via odin. Then install rommanager app from tbe play store and flash cwm recovery. Don't worry about binary count coz triangle away app works on our phone. If you want to wipe the phone reboot to recovery and wipe data. To boot into recovery use the quick boot app from play store.
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...and most important.. Don't forget to make a full nandroid backup in recovery before you start to apply mods and other things
Might come in handy if the phone fails to boot!
Should note that after custom rom you can't get access software update through kies air. At least I can't :-\
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Sv: Where to start ?
Who needs Kies when there is XDA?
Sent through time and space from my s3mini.
vonuzu said:
Go to development forum, pick one of the pre rooted firmwares and flash via odin. Then install rommanager app from tbe play store and flash cwm recovery. Don't worry about binary count coz triangle away app works on our phone. If you want to wipe the phone reboot to recovery and wipe data. To boot into recovery use the quick boot app from play store.
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So if I understand this the right way; CWM recovery has custom ROMS or am I getting the wrong idea ? - Why do I need it ?
(It's just that I've been a little confused because of the mass information available on XDA, so bear with me if I'm a bit annoying
tys0n said:
...and most important.. Don't forget to make a full nandroid backup in recovery before you start to apply mods and other things
Might come in handy if the phone fails to boot!
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Which would you prefer; Nandroid or Titanium ?
Do I need "busybox" for anything ?
Do I need Kies to connect my phone to PC btw ?
Another question: There are two recovery images on the official site of CWM, do we need to choose the normal one or the touch and what about the ROMS, do I need to install those seperately ?
Mystique03 said:
So if I understand this the right way; CWM recovery has custom ROMS or am I getting the wrong idea ? - Why do I need it ?
(It's just that I've been a little confused because of the mass information available on XDA, so bear with me if I'm a bit annoying
Which would you prefer; Nandroid or Titanium ?
Do I need "busybox" for anything ?
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With cwm or any other custom recovery you will be able to install zip files with mods, tweaks, roms, and so on. Simply put, non-samsung-signed-things + other functions as well.
You wont find many custom roms for s3mini yet wich it to be flashed through cwm. For now i think theres only BenzRom but I guess more will come
Nandroid or Titanium ? BOTH!
Nandroid for restore if something goes really bad, and remember to make sure you have a backup before you apply changes or mods. If you dont like it you can easily go back to previous state without flashing new firmware and have to install all your apps from scratch.
You will be just where you were at the time the nandroid was made.
Titanium backup to backup your apps and appdata. When installing new rom you can simply restore all your apps and appdata without downloading everything again. Do not restore systemdata. It often leads to alot of trouble.
Just make sure you save all your backups on your external sd, so it won't get wiped by mistake.
Busybox is needed if you want more than just root so go ahead and install.
tys0n said:
With cwm or any other custom recovery you will be able to install zip files with mods, tweaks, roms, and so on. Simply put, non-samsung-signed-things + other functions as well.
You wont find many custom roms for s3mini yet wich it to be flashed through cwm. For now i think theres only BenzRom but I guess more will come
Nandroid or Titanium ? BOTH!
Nandroid for restore if something goes really bad, and remember to make sure you have a backup before you apply changes or mods. If you dont like it you can easily go back to previous state without flashing new firmware and have to install all your apps from scratch.
You will be just where you were at the time the nandroid was made.
Titanium backup to backup your apps and appdata. When installing new rom you can simply restore all your apps and appdata without downloading everything again. Do not restore systemdata. It often leads to alot of trouble.
Just make sure you save all your backups on your external sd, so it won't get wiped by mistake.
Busybox is needed if you want more than just root so go ahead and install.
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Last couple of questions for now (apologies ) ;
1)Do I need Kies to connect my phone to PC btw, cuz I read something about USB debugging mode to be turned on and ADB...
2)There are two recovery images on the official site of CWM, do we need to choose the normal one or the touch and what about the ROMS, do I need to install those seperately ?
3)So every time we flash another ROM it has a chance to brick or are we safe if we made a backup beforehand ?
4)What format should I format my card to ? - FAT32, NTFS, ext4 or ...?
5)Does data wipe erase all data on phone or phone and sd card ?
6)Given both CWM and Odin flash what would be more recommended ?
Mystique03 said:
Last couple of questions for now (apologies ) ;
1)Do I need Kies to connect my phone to PC btw, cuz I read something about USB debugging mode to be turned on and ADB...
2)There are two recovery images on the official site of CWM, do we need to choose the normal one or the touch and what about the ROMS, do I need to install those seperately ?
3)So every time we flash another ROM it has a chance to brick or are we safe if we made a backup beforehand ?
4)What format should I format my card to ? - FAT32, NTFS, ext4 or ...?
5)Does data wipe erase all data on phone or phone and sd card ?
6)Given both CWM and Odin flash what would be more recommended ?
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No worries. Better be safe than sorry
1. No, you dont need keis unless you want to look for official updates.
For filetransfer I use Airdroid or box/dropdox/4shared. Official updates will be available to download anyway
Adb (Android Debug Bridge) is just a terminal. I won't go in to details here but you will find lots of threads on how to install and use it if you search xda.
2. They both do the same thing, but in touch-version you make your choices on touch screen while the other one is managed with phones physical buttons. I prefer the latest.
Roms for cwm are packed as .zip & are downloaded separately. As I said before there isn't much to chose from for our device yet.
3. Everything done after root is a risk. Even root can be dangerous if it's not done right.
Usually if something goes wrong it will just lead to a softbrick wich can be fixed in download mode or recovery.
Once rooted, make sure you do that cwm-backup to keep on your external sd. It's also a good idea to keep an odin flashable firmware on your computer, just to be sure.
4. Go for fat32. It can be changed later if you want to explore link2sd, sd-swap etc..
5. Factory reset will wipe all internal, but not your external sd.
6. cwm makes it possible to flash custom roms while odin can't. You need odin to flash official samsung firmware, but cwm to flash custom roms, mods, and so on. Can't really compare those two with each other, as they are used for different things.
:good:
Dated, but still very relevant.
tys0n said:
No worries. Better be safe than sorry
1. No, you dont need keis unless you want to look for official updates.
For filetransfer I use Airdroid or box/dropdox/4shared. Official updates will be available to download anyway
Adb (Android Debug Bridge) is just a terminal. I won't go in to details here but you will find lots of threads on how to install and use it if you search xda.
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What should I do for wired transfers only, I mean.
Do I need to search for the phone specific driver for pc at Official Samsung site or is there no driver ?
Any other things I need to turn on except USB debugging mode when wired ?
Edit: Nvm, just got on the right track again
Hi, I want to install AllianceRom on my Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7000. I bought the phone used with Paranoid Android installed. I have read many threads, but have questions unanswered:
1) The first line in the AllianceRom install guide says don't ignore checking the checksum, just do it", but doesn't say how to check it.
2) The guide says to flash back to a stock rom first to avoid bricking, but the list on this site of all stock roms for the GT-N7000 has many different roms with many different dates and many different regions, and none for my region (Canada). I need to know which rom to flash before following the AllianceRom install guide.
The following information was acquired from settings/about phone. If any more info is needed, please let me know and I will post it.
Kernel Version:
3.0.15-CM-gda8f1e2-dirty
[email protected] #1
Sun Oct 7 19:52:13 ADT 2012
Cyanogenmod Version:
10.0.0-RC0-n7000
Paranoid Android Version:
2.52-Utacka
Build Date:
lör 3 nov+ 2012 02.23.+42 CET
Build Number:
pa_n7000-userdebug 4.1.2 JZO54K eng.utacka.20121103.022323 test-keys
Thanks in advance for any help, it is greatly appreciated.
1. It's checked using md5 checker. Download it from the Internet and run on pc. Then choose the downloaded zip in the tool. It will show a code. Match it with what's provided by the rom Dev.
2. As pa has a safe kernel, you do not need to go back to stock rom. Just format that system, data cache and preload partitions in Cwm and then flash the rom.
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nokiamodeln91 said:
1. It's checked using md5 checker. Download it from the Internet and run on pc. Then choose the downloaded zip in the tool. It will show a code. Match it with what's provided by the rom Dev.
2. As pa has a safe kernel, you do not need to go back to stock rom. Just format that system, data cache and preload partitions in Cwm and then flash the rom.
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Glad to hear I can skip the stock rom. I am a noob though, at least when it comes to phones, so I'm still not sure exactly what to do. If you could hold my hand just a little... I have downloaded the appropriate AllianceRom for my phone, do I need to verify it with md5 checker, and if so, where do I get the checksum to match? By format that system, data cache and preload partitions I assume you're referring to 3 different options in the Mounts and Storage menu in cwm recovery. If that is correct, then I just do those 3 things in that order, then I can flash the AllianceRom? Thanks again.
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Glad to hear I can skip the stock rom. I am a noob though, at least when it comes to phones, so I'm still not sure exactly what to do. If you could hold my hand just a little... I have downloaded the appropriate AllianceRom for my phone, do I need to verify it with md5 checker, and if so, where do I get the checksum to match? By format that system, data cache and preload partitions I assume you're referring to 3 different options in the Mounts and Storage menu in cwm recovery. If that is correct, then I just do those 3 things in that order, then I can flash the AllianceRom? Thanks again.
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again to check md5 :
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=md5+check
Put downloaded zip on external sd card
and yes under mounts and storage wipe /data /system /cache /dalvik
once wiped, go to install from zip and choose the file and flash
AllianceRom dev recommend to flash using rom customizer so that u can choose between stock or aosp theme and also choose the wipe options.
Flashing via cwm or twrp after the 3 wipes also works(but freezing sometimes) & u might get aosp theme by default. So if u want stock theme then reflash again from the new rom where it has rom customizer included. A lot of people were having installation freezing issue as well during installation thru rom customizer so u may need to reflash it several times. Good luck
[resolved] Need help flashing stock rom to GT-N7000
Done with no problems, thanks to all of you for your help.
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someone could build a philz recovery from the latest source with F2FS support for i9305?
Just informing you TWRP is updated to a 2.8.5.0 version for i9305 since one week: http://techerrata.com/browse/twrp2/i9305
TWRP 2.8.5.0
Hello,
TWRP 2.8.5.0 is f2fs it or not ?
Best Regards
working thanks for this
Finally.
After searching for almost 3 days (almost straight, you know school was between it) I finally found this thread.
I´ve followed all the steps, and FINALLY that whole rooting stuff worked.
Previously I tried some YouTube Tutorials, and yes, the SuperSU showed up, but wasn´t openable nor usable nor updatable and worst of all NOT removable.
But This "Noob friendly" Guide really helped me out.
I can´t say thank you often enough.
So... THANK YOU, MATE.
P.S.: I´ve only made an account to thank you for your great work. Once again, Thank you.
Today build didn't work for me, stuck on Samsung logo
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TWRP 2.8.7.0 for i9305?
The new version of TWRP 2.8.7.0 for i9305 has been up on the official TWRP site for weeks but it still seems to be corrupted (causing bootloops)? Where can I verify that a proper version has been uploaded? I know that there's a thread on i9305 development trying to make a stable version but who are behind these version released on official TWRP site and shouldn't they be doing the stable version?
Kaedin said:
The new version of TWRP 2.8.7.0 for i9305 has been up on the official TWRP site for weeks but it still seems to be corrupted (causing bootloops)? Where can I verify that a proper version has been uploaded? I know that there's a thread on i9305 development trying to make a stable version but who are behind these version released on official TWRP site and shouldn't they be doing the stable version?
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the version in development thread is by me and works fine now
twrp builds the recoverys via jenkins and upload them... as for now they use a old tree for your device and thats why the broken build exists (no ome tests those builds)
the problem is you dont have any official maitainer .... so nobody takes care of your twrp builds....
i am not allowed to upload a stable build ... only a DEV that OWNS i9305 can do it (dont must be recognized dev but must proof some skill)
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SdtBarbarossa said:
the version in development thread is by me and works fine now
twrp builds the recoverys via jenkins and upload them... as for now they use a old tree for your device and thats why the broken build exists (no ome tests those builds)
the problem is you dont have any official maitainer .... so nobody takes care of your twrp builds....
i am not allowed to upload a stable build ... only a DEV that OWNS i9305 can do it (dont must be recognized dev but must proof some skill)
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Thanks for your fast reply and it is really nice to see you giving such an effort to bring this latest TWRP working on i9305! I wish I could have dug this info out before I had flashed the recovery version from the official site as I had to go stock to get my device working again (well, better than a bricked device though)!
So the Alpha 17 is fully working at the moment? Could we get a download link placed at the main post if possible? Awesome work, man!
Sir I lost my root and recovery how to fix?
shan482 said:
Sir I lost my root and recovery how to fix?
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You can:
1. Follow the guide for the rooting process in ODIN with CF Auto root and also the custom recovery flashing.
OR
2. Flash just the custom recovery of your choice and then install a pre-rooted custom rom using the recovery you have flashed.
Both ways you will have custom recovery and root again
philz full wipe not working :crying:
plz help~~~ I flash the recovery from 4.3 stock, and then flash the rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/development-i9305/rom-4-4-4-t3026347
I did a full wipe and then install the ROM, the rom can be flashed and run successfully.
But I found all data, including files from internal SD card such as whatsapp data and camera still exist (not wiped)
Then I search the threads and found there is a knox bootloader at stock 4.3 which is not a good thing
After using the rom for 2 days, I notices the touchwiz always FC, and the device always reboot
I wonder if the full wipe is not working well so that I am having some issues with the new ROM...
anyone could suggest me how to do a complete full wipe? Also if possible how to remove the knox bootloader? Thanks!
Jeorainc said:
plz help~~~ I flash the recovery from 4.3 stock, and then flash the rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/development-i9305/rom-4-4-4-t3026347
I did a full wipe and then install the ROM, the rom can be flashed and run successfully.
But I found all data, including files from internal SD card such as whatsapp data and camera still exist (not wiped)
Then I search the threads and found there is a knox bootloader at stock 4.3 which is not a good thing
After using the rom for 2 days, I notices the touchwiz always FC, and the device always reboot
I wonder if the full wipe is not working well so that I am having some issues with the new ROM...
anyone could suggest me how to do a complete full wipe? Also if possible how to remove the knox bootloader? Thanks!
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You should flash Android 5.1 for i9305.
The difference in speed, battery usage & user friendliness is massive.... It gives our device a new lease of life..
Get rid of 4.4. Install the latest Philz Recovery & KNOX is a problem you can solve. Search Google....
Flash cm12.1 for i9305 & install the gapps aroma package so you can choose exactly which Google apps you want in your system.
I use winxuser version of CyanogenMod 12.1. (Android 5.1.1)
Btw the devs are currently adapting Android 6.0 dor i9305 & it looks like it will work in a few weeks...
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Pe1ican0 said:
You should flash Android 5.1 for i9305.
The difference in speed, battery usage & user friendliness is massive.... It gives our device a new lease of life..
Get rid of 4.4. Install the latest Philz Recovery & KNOX is a problem you can solve. Search Google....
Flash cm12.1 for i9305 & install the gapps aroma package so you can choose exactly which Google apps you want in your system.
I use winxuser version of CyanogenMod 12.1. (Android 5.1.1)
Btw the devs are currently adapting Android 6.0 dor i9305 & it looks like it will work in a few weeks...
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Hi,
Lets talk about the behavior after full wipe using Philz,
as I know all data should be cleared right? But after I full wipe using philz and flash a rom, after that all data remains including all photos, whatsapp data etc.... is that a normal scenario?
Jeorainc said:
Hi,
Lets talk about the behavior after full wipe using Philz,
as I know all data should be cleared right? But after I full wipe using philz and flash a rom, after that all data remains including all photos, whatsapp data etc.... is that a normal scenario?
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In Philz 6.48.4 (also the one im using), you have to go to ''mounts and storage'' and do a ''format /data and /data/media (/sdcard)'', this will wipe your internal SD (phone storage) where your photos, whatsapp data etc. are stored, so before wiping it make sure anything you need is saved elsewhere on your pc. If you need to wipe your external SD (micro sd), you need to do a ''format /storage/sdcard1''.
SOME INFO ABOUT WIPING BEFORE INSTALLING A ROM:
The following actions are what i consider a normal wipe.
*This is the wipe that you need most of the time.
- wipe data/factory reset
- wipe cache partition
- in advanced ---> wipe dalvik cache
Now flash the rom you want..
This is what i consider a full wipe.
*This is the wipe that you need if you want to have a clean installation.
- wipe data/factory reset
- wipe cache partition
- in mounts and storage ---> format /data and /data/media (/sdcard)
- in advanced ---> wipe dalvik cache
Now flash the rom you want..
And this is what i consider a mega wipe.
*This is the wipe that you need if you absolutely need to wipe everything. (more for advanced users who know exactly what they are doing)
- wipe data/factory reset
- wipe cache partition
- in mounts and storage ---> format /data
- in mounts and storage ---> format /boot
- in mounts and storage ---> format /modem (do it only if the rom your gonna install has modem/s included!)
- in mounts and storage ---> format /data and /data/media (/sdcard)
- in advanced ---> wipe dalvik cache
Now flash the rom you want..
For using Samsung 4.4.4 roms, such as N4 Elite Lite, Eclipse, TGP or Amcha rom, it is recommended at this point to update your bootloader to a 4.4.4 kitkat bootloader if you are still on a 4.3 bootloader, you can do that by flashing a Samsung official firmware with ODIN, preferably one for your region if it exists, if not any other latest firmware will do.
And FYI, the bootloader cannot be removed, its a part of your device !
If you dont know what bootloader you have at the moment, you can check it by going to the first page of my recovery/guide thread and then scroll down and at the end of the OP you'll see some info about bootloaders with a picture, where it says ''step 5''.
Maybe you already know some of this, but still i explained in details so that it will be also usefull for others
Happy flashing! :good:
MaHo_66 said:
In Philz 6.48.4 (also the one im using), you have to go to ''mounts and storage'' and do a ''format /data and /data/media (/sdcard)'', this will wipe your internal SD (phone storage) where your photos, whatsapp data etc. are stored, so before wiping it make sure anything you need is saved elsewhere on your pc. If you need to wipe your external SD (micro sd), you need to do a ''format /storage/sdcard1''.
SOME INFO ABOUT WIPING BEFORE INSTALLING A ROM:
The following actions are what i consider a normal wipe.
*This is the wipe that you need most of the time.
- wipe data/factory reset
- wipe cache partition
- in advanced ---> wipe dalvik cache
Now flash the rom you want..
This is what i consider a full wipe.
*This is the wipe that you need if you want to have a clean installation.
- wipe data/factory reset
- wipe cache partition
- in mounts and storage ---> format /data and /data/media (/sdcard)
- in advanced ---> wipe dalvik cache
Now flash the rom you want..
And this is what i consider a mega wipe.
*This is the wipe that you need if you absolutely need to wipe everything. (more for advanced users who know exactly what they are doing)
- wipe data/factory reset
- wipe cache partition
- in mounts and storage ---> format /data
- in mounts and storage ---> format /boot
- in mounts and storage ---> format /modem (do it only if the rom your gonna install has modem/s included!)
- in mounts and storage ---> format /data and /data/media (/sdcard)
- in advanced ---> wipe dalvik cache
Now flash the rom you want..
For using Samsung 4.4.4 roms, such as N4 Elite Lite, Eclipse, TGP or Amcha rom, it is recommended at this point to update your bootloader to a 4.4.4 kitkat bootloader if you are still on a 4.3 bootloader, you can do that by flashing a Samsung official firmware with ODIN, preferably one for your region if it exists, if not any other latest firmware will do.
And FYI, the bootloader cannot be removed, its a part of your device !
If you dont know what bootloader you have at the moment, you can check it by going to the first page of my recovery/guide thread and then scroll down and at the end of the OP you'll see some info about bootloaders with a picture, where it says ''step 5''.
Maybe you already know some of this, but still i explained in details so that it will be also usefull for others
Happy flashing! :good:
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Really thanks for your answer and appreciate your great work for the N4 elite rom!
I didn't flash an android since android 2.1 and at that time a full wipe using CWM will wipe everything in the device, so I just wonder why the wipe recently will keep user data... once again thanks very much! :good::good::good: