Hey Guys, I'm new here and I'm sorry if this has been posted before...
I'm a noob when it comes to installing and flashing roms on phones. I downloaded the leaked version of Froyo to my Epic 4G and it as easy to install, although things are broken such as GPS and my questions are:
When the official OTA update comes out, Will I be able to update from DK28 to the Official version?
Also, How can I flash back to stock 2.1 using a Macbook? I know people use something called Odin for Windows, what about us Mac users?
Appreciated
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=801155 for mac "version" of odin.
If you want the OTA update you'll have to go back to DI18. Most people, including me, will wait for some of the devs on here to cook their ROMS with the new version once released (if ever).
Thanks man, and If I want to try other roms.. Can I easily install them using Odin in a PC or are there different methods for each rom?
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teco2010 said:
Thanks man, and If I want to try other roms.. Can I easily install them using Odin in a PC or are there different methods for each rom?
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If all the ROM's you want to try are based on the same build (i.e. DK28, DI18, etc) then you won't use Odin or Heimdall. Custom ROM's are flashed from clockworkmod recovery. Be sure to take your time and read up on what you want to do before attempting. I'd suggest reading through the wiki and the other sticky's that will introduce you to the world of customizing your epic.
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Ok All I am getting really confused.
I want to update to the latest froyo and keep my root.
I would also like the latest radio, this all seems pretty damn easy however I read all these different ways but only if you have this version rom or radio, etc.
Do I need to use Odin to flash one of the many files I have found.
Do I use clockwork?
What about the radio, I have an old DK17 one.
This is my setup now:
Unlocked Epic
Froyo 2.2.1 - Epic Experience
radio - DK17
Hardware revision is 5
At this point I am willing to donate to get an answer,
Thx,
Force
Best bet is to post in the general section or Q&A next time, posting in development is a nono and will really only serve to get you flamed.
All custom ROMs available right now are based on EC05 so just flash one of them.
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I am having a hard time finding a good custom rom that is based on this. I have a new custom rom loaded now and its not.
Also this still leaves the radio and how to update it.
Sorry about posting here, I didn't think this was a general topic as it deals with flashing & roms. But move it if necessary
Thx,
Force
forcelite said:
I am having a hard time finding a good custom rom that is based on this. I have a new custom rom loaded now and its not.
Also this still leaves the radio and how to update it.
Thx,
Force
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Syndicate ROM Frozen by ACS is always a good decision. As for the modem update, it is either included in the ROM or you can find a flashable zip for it. I'm on the phone so I can't grab
a link for you, but I know it's around.
EDIT: found it, flash this with Odin and it will update your modem only.
http://k0nane.info/rom/acs-ec05-modem.tar
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Hmmm...today i recieved EC05 on EB13 it came thru while I was on 4G.
Can i safely root/install custom roms in a desire z that was upgraded to gingerbread?
I am completely new to rooting/installing custom roms to any android phone. i held out doing so because my original plan was to wait for the 2.3 update from htc. using the official update is a nightmare. i always have lags in messaging and the sense always restarts when i go back to the home screen. can i safely root and install custom roms in my phone? can anyone point me to a very easy to follow guide to do so? thank you very much.
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dude... first of all: USE SEARCH FUNCTION!!! XDA mods have hard time maintaining the community and thousands (hundreds of) posts as is so any unnecessary posts should really be avoided.. back to thread..
Is it possible? YES! Is it safe??? No way!!!
As you can probably see in every single rooting/custom ROM flashing tutorial/guide - there's no such thing as "safe rooting/installation of custom ROM" and nobody will give you any guarantees there. ppl share their experiences but those don't necessarily relate to your (or any) other device in general.
if you mess with your phone - you must be mentally prepared for the worst, otherwise - don't do it.
there's a thread which already covers this topic
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1178912
also - WIKI is your friend!!! cheerz!
franciselmer said:
Can i safely root/install custom roms in a desire z that was upgraded to gingerbread?
I am completely new to rooting/installing custom roms to any android phone. i held out doing so because my original plan was to wait for the 2.3 update from htc. using the official update is a nightmare. i always have lags in messaging and the sense always restarts when i go back to the home screen. can i safely root and install custom roms in my phone? can anyone point me to a very easy to follow guide to do so? thank you very much.
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Just give the search a chance
thank you very much for your answers alcak4ever and QSchachi. i followed the link above and did it.so far im think i got it. the only problem is the download for the rom is slow.hehe. thanks again!
"Safe" is a relative term. Almost any phone modding carries some risk of damaging your device (brick, soft brick, etc.). But if you read up BEFORE you start, and follow the instructions carefully, the risk is pretty small. Just do the research, and understand the risks, and you should be fine.
franciselmer said:
thank you very much for your answers alcak4ever and QSchachi. i followed the link above and did it.so far im think i got it. the only problem is the download for the rom is slow.hehe. thanks again!
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Don't mention it. Just keep up with it. This is a nice device to mess with!
Hello,
I just bought a Nexus Galaxy week ago, I received the OTA update to 4.1.1, but not to 4.1.2. Is there any way I can download it and installed with the cable or something?
Should I let the original software on the phone or flash one of the ROMs found in the development section?
What are the advantages of the stock one over the others?
The things that kind of bothers me with the stock one are: no T9 dialer and no configuration possible on the drawer (for example, I would like to have the airplane mode directly on the drawer like in CM ROMs).
Thank you!
mihaig11 said:
Hello,
I just bought a Nexus Galaxy week ago, I received the OTA update to 4.1.1, but not to 4.1.2. Is there any way I can download it and installed with the cable or something?
Should I let the original software on the phone or flash one of the ROMs found in the development section?
What are the advantages of the stock one over the others?
The things that kind of bothers me with the stock one are: no T9 dialer and no configuration possible on the drawer (for example, I would like to have the airplane mode directly on the drawer like in CM ROMs).
Thank you!
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1. this is the general section, questions belong in the q&a section
2. custom roms offer more customization than stock rom, read the threads in the dev section and you will get idea.
3. if you just want to update to 4.1.2 there are stock roms in the dev section
4. only YOU can asnwer if you should flash a custom rom or not
5. next time post in the correct section
If you just wanna give stock 4.1.2 a go before going custom then follow this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1626895
Bear in mind it WILL wipe your phone as you have to unlock the bootloader but at least you've then done it!!
i think this would be more appropriate:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1419170
I'd recommend to give the stock 4.1.2 (yakju or takju) a try, then you can decide if you need a custom ROM or not.
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Thanks a lot for all the answers!
Sorry to post in the wrong section.
I'd recommend giving JBSourcery ROM a try, it's quite possibly the best ROM that I've ran on my GNex so far.
Come to the dark side. We have...ok,we dont exactly have weed and cookies,but we have roms and kernels.
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Forget 4.1.2 ... flash 4.2
Hello! This is my first post on this site, and I will probably stay here for longer. Maybe this has been asked a load of times or it's in the wrong section, but if so, I'm sorry about that. I've got a few questions.
1. Is it worth trashing the warranty? I heard that you can flash the stock ROM so nobody will know you fiddled with the tablet, but I'm not sure about that.
2. How exactly can I root? There are guides around the Internet, but I thought asking here is the best solution.
3. Where to get the stock ROM?
Thanks for answering my questions.
Some Guy from Nowhere said:
Hello! This is my first post on this site, and I will probably stay here for longer. Maybe this has been asked a load of times or it's in the wrong section, but if so, I'm sorry about that. I've got a few questions.
1. Is it worth trashing the warranty? I heard that you can flash the stock ROM so nobody will know you fiddled with the tablet, but I'm not sure about that.
2. How exactly can I root? There are guides around the Internet, but I thought asking here is the best solution.
3. Where to get the stock ROM?
Thanks for answering my questions.
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Hi
So many people have rooted their tablets trashing the warranty, so it is a personal choice. But actually rooting has many advantages like multiwindow function, using Titanium backup, debloating many useless applications, etc..
Regarding how to root your device here is a detailed guide for p-601 (3G+wifi version):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2671102
Regarding how to get a stock rom for your tablet, the best site is sammobile
www.sammobile.com
search inside it for the model of your tablet: p-600, p-601, or p-605 then choose the best rom for your tablet.
Also you can find custom pre-rooted rom here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-10-2014/development
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skyhigh73 said:
Hi
So many people have rooted their tablets trashing the warranty, so it is a personal choice. But actually rooting has many advantages like multiwindow function, using Titanium backup, debloating many useless applications, etc..
Regarding how to root your device here is a detailed guide for p-601 (3G+wifi version):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2671102
Regarding how to get a stock rom for your tablet, the best site is sammobile
www.sammobile.com
search inside it for the model of your tablet: p-600, p-601, or p-605 then choose the best rom for your tablet.
Also you can find custom pre-rooted rom here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-10-2014/development
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Thanks for the reply! It cleared up stuff. I'm looking for a 605 guide, though. Is this one fine?
If you have p-605 u can flash a pre-rooted custom rom, there are many custom rom for your p-605
plz check that section..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-10-2014/development
New here Looking for guidance on rooting and stable roms
Rooting?
CF-Auto Root. Sprints NIE works on KK NK2 and LP OB7.
TWRP2 for recovery. Search TRLTE and choose Sprint version.
Stable ROMs. Check android dev section. As stable as any of them can get, its all up to the users on how they use their device.
Spark91 said:
Rooting?
CF-Auto Root. Sprints NIE works on KK NK2 and LP OB7.
TWRP2 for recovery. Search TRLTE and choose Sprint version.
Stable ROMs. Check android dev section. As stable as any of them can get, its all up to the users on how they use their device.
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Thank you will look for that appreciate your help.
think I am going to try the root today. i read the changelogs and what not can you still use your stylus with these roms?
youngcise31 said:
think I am going to try the root today. i read the changelogs and what not can you still use your stylus with these roms?
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Absolutely yes. If you flash a stock touchwiz rom then all original apps & features work just like original out of the box. If you flash a custom Cyanogen mod rom or other AOSP rom, then expect issues as these type of roms do not include all of the original samsung features, apps, etc. I'm assuming you want to remain on the stock Sprint Samsung rom so visit this thread and flash one of those stock roms first. But before you begin, you will need to read up on how to root your phone and flash the TWRP recovery. You must flash a custom recovery before you can flash a stock or custom rom. Just look around in the development forums and you will find all the information you need.
tx_dbs_tx, I'm in the same boat w/ 4.4 currently installed.
From what little I've read I'm thinking 5.0 might be a wait (reports of memory leak & battery issues) in hopes that 5.1 will be a better option as I don't have time to fight with those kind of issues right now.
My plan was to root 4.4 and stay there for the next few(?) months.
Am I misinformed?
Thanks!
Its been a fewyrs since i last rooted a device ( Evo4gLTE) and Im having issues trying to root my Note 4. Installed Lollipop only because I found multiple sources saying it can be rooted with lollipop, but everytime i try to use autoroot , which i got from this forum, Odin regognizes but wont flash when i hit start. Should I go back to KK and try again?? Maybe im doing something wrong but I watched videos and re read the tutorials and no luck. Ive checked and double checked im using the right md5 file . Help??
Cantin said:
Its been a fewyrs since i last rooted a device ( Evo4gLTE) and Im having issues trying to root my Note 4. Installed Lollipop only because I found multiple sources saying it can be rooted with lollipop, but everytime i try to use autoroot , which i got from this forum, Odin regognizes but wont flash when i hit start. Should I go back to KK and try again?? Maybe im doing something wrong but I watched videos and re read the tutorials and no luck. Ive checked and double checked im using the right md5 file . Help??
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Do u have the right file or a good download
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5.0 has no issues
tx_dbs_tx said:
Absolutely yes. If you flash a stock touchwiz rom then all original apps & features work just like original out of the box. If you flash a custom Cyanogen mod rom or other AOSP rom, then expect issues as these type of roms do not include all of the original samsung features, apps, etc. I'm assuming you want to remain on the stock Sprint Samsung rom so visit this thread and flash one of those stock roms first. But before you begin, you will need to read up on how to root your phone and flash the TWRP recovery. You must flash a custom recovery before you can flash a stock or custom rom. Just look around in the development forums and you will find all the information you need.
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Thank you I rooted. I used Cm12 seems not to be as many roms on here as I am accustomed to seeing been using htc for my last 2 phones. Thanks for the insight.