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[Q] NFC won't turn on...

I installed a new kernel last night, the 3.0.17-tuna-faux kernel. Playing around with it afterwards I was pretty impressed, until I went to Google Wallet and it said my NFC was off. I go into settings, click the check box and it immediately unchecks. Just does this over and over.
I'm on stock 4.0.2 ROM...any ideas? Should I try a different kernel or is it something else? I dont get any errors, just keeps unchecking itself. I tried Google searching in vain as all the results are about verizon blocking google wallet

I wanted to install the GummyNex ROM...but after reading about these issues with the NFC chip locking out if you don't properly deregister before upgrading it looks like I might be screwed...I can't get into Google Wallet without NFC turned on...and it won't turn on :/
Any help...and me love you long time.

tahoe916 said:
I installed a new kernel last night, the 3.0.17-tuna-faux kernel. Playing around with it afterwards I was pretty impressed, until I went to Google Wallet and it said my NFC was off. I go into settings, click the check box and it immediately unchecks. Just does this over and over.
I'm on stock 4.0.2 ROM...any ideas? Should I try a different kernel or is it something else? I dont get any errors, just keeps unchecking itself. I tried Google searching in vain as all the results are about verizon blocking google wallet
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I had this problem on a different rom. The way i got it to turn back on, was to use the GNex toolkit, re-lock the bootloader & return to stock rom. The re-root and re-unlock the bootloader. And install the same rom.
Then NFC worked again.
It done the trick for me.. (if you do the above... remember to backup everything you need, as doing the above will wipe everything)
Good Luck
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Since I'm on the stock rom, should I just relock reroot and reflash the stock kernel?
If it works, is there anything I should do before flashing a new ROM?
Appreciate the help, going to try your suggestion now!

tahoe916 said:
Since I'm on the stock rom, should I just relock reroot and reflash the stock kernel?
If it works, is there anything I should do before flashing a new ROM?
Appreciate the help, going to try your suggestion now!
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1. Yes, relocking & unlocking will put you back on stock rom & kernel.
2. Regarding what you should do before flashing the rom. The dev of the rom will state in the OP what you should do.
You will need to re-install rom manager & install CWM, to install any ROM.
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Saweet man, works like a charm. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.
Appreciate it!

tahoe916 said:
Saweet man, works like a charm. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.
Appreciate it!
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No probs buddy. Glad I could help ;-)
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Hi,
Im new to the Galaxy Nexus and to NFC technology. Im still using my SGSII as my "daily driver" while I get my GNEX all set up the way I like it but this has me curious.
Is this happening to pretty much EVERYONE who has unlocked their bootloader and flashed a custom ROM?
Im going to check my NFC when I get home today and see but I sure hope this is not the case.
I used the wugfresh unlock tool to unlock, root, flash CWM, etc. Are you familiar with that tool?
See siggy for more info about ROM, kernel, etc I have for my GNEX...

Manhattan NFC issue
stuu.f said:
I had this problem on a different rom. The way i got it to turn back on, was to use the GNex toolkit, re-lock the bootloader & return to stock rom. The re-root and re-unlock the bootloader. And install the same rom.
Then NFC worked again.
It done the trick for me.. (if you do the above... remember to backup everything you need, as doing the above will wipe everything)
Good Luck
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium
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Going to try it, I'm on rom Manhattan and NFC doesn't works just in my case
Under Eagleblood or stock 4.0.2 it works.

stuu.f said:
I had this problem on a different rom. The way i got it to turn back on, was to use the GNex toolkit, re-lock the bootloader & return to stock rom. The re-root and re-unlock the bootloader. And install the same rom.
Then NFC worked again.
It done the trick for me.. (if you do the above... remember to backup everything you need, as doing the above will wipe everything)
Good Luck
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium
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Unfortunately it doesn't works... anyone has an another idea? I can't ask the question directly on the thread Manhattan...

tahoe916 said:
...but after reading about these issues with the NFC chip locking out if you don't properly deregister before upgrading it looks like I might be screwed...
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That is very interesting, can you point me to any thread that you found with this info. Searching but not having a lot of luck.

[Q] 4.04?

Reading on Engadget (I think) or some other Android site that people are seeing the 4.04 update on their GN's. My question is, is it out yet for Verizon and if so, will I be able to do a regular update? My phone is rooted with the stock rom.
I really would prefer not to mess with roms if I can help it after long and sometimes annoying experiences with my Fascinate and Captivate. The roms were always better then stock but they were never without issues of some kind. So I'm really hoping to just stick to stock ICS rooted. Will the update show up? Will it work? Can I manually update it without installing a custom rom? Thanks

I had what I thought to be a rooted stock 402 GNex but try as I might I could not get the upgrade to 404 to work. I had to unroot, revert to stock bootloader, flash stock 402 then flash 404 update then re-root. it sounds like a lot of work but 404 is worth it. its sweet.
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rickt said:
I had what I thought to be a rooted stock 402 GNex but try as I might I could not get the upgrade to 404 to work. I had to unroot, revert to stock bootloader, flash stock 402 then flash 404 update then re-root. it sounds like a lot of work but 404 is worth it. its sweet.
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I had a feeling. It won't give an option to update...
I just hope if I do this that it'll give me the option. I'm also looking into roms now...

edit: stock recovery, not boot loader.
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Tomorrow I'm getting my brother a GN, so I'll see if his updates out of the box. If it does, I'll do what you suggested and see if I can get a rooted stock experience.
Thanks for the reply!

If you want to keep root and custom recovery and such... You can flash this.
This is AOSP 4.0.4 but you will have root and CWM.

WiredPirate said:
If you want to keep root and custom recovery and such... You can flash this.
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Ooooh. Hmmmm.... I will have to look into this.
Thanks!

brandonb81 said:
Ooooh. Hmmmm.... I will have to look into this.
Thanks!
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No prob. I'm enjoying it.

brandonb81 said:
Reading on Engadget (I think) or some other Android site that people are seeing the 4.04 update on their GN's. My question is, is it out yet for Verizon and if so, will I be able to do a regular update? My phone is rooted with the stock rom.
I really would prefer not to mess with roms if I can help it after long and sometimes annoying experiences with my Fascinate and Captivate. The roms were always better then stock but they were never without issues of some kind. So I'm really hoping to just stick to stock ICS rooted. Will the update show up? Will it work? Can I manually update it without installing a custom rom? Thanks
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Nobody is seeing the 4.0.4 update on their GN's. One person has gotten it in error and uploaded it for the community to use.
You will not have anything above 4.0.2 if you stay stock. The 4.0.3 OTA has never come out, and the 4.0.4 is just a leak.
Either root and flash a 4.0.4 ROM, or keep waiting.

WiredPirate said:
If you want to keep root and custom recovery and such... You can flash this.
This is AOSP 4.0.4 but you will have root and CWM.
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Just want to say I used this and it's awesome. So easy with the toolkit and clockwork mod.
Love this phone!!
Thanks everyone

[Q] How To Update Rooted S3?

I have a rooted Galaxy S3 with stock rom.
I keep getting a pop up for a system update, but cant update.
Please tell me how to manually update, and (where) I can find the latest stock updated software
Thanks

Voodoo8648 said:
I have a rooted Galaxy S3 with stock rom.
I keep getting a pop up for a system update, but cant update.
Please tell me how to manually update, and (where) I can find the latest stock updated software
Thanks
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Take a look in the android dev sections to this forum. If you ever update once rooted, you should be flashing a new ROM (clean or dirty flashing) to receive the next update. Running stock ROM in between a Sammy update and while having the older ROM without the newest update will yield that result.

Xontic said:
Take a look in the android dev sections to this forum. If you ever update once rooted, you should be flashing a new ROM (clean or dirty flashing) to receive the next update. Running stock ROM in between a Sammy update and while having the older ROM without the newest update will yield that result.
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I dont know what any of that means.. I just want to update my phone. This cant be brain surgery.

Voodoo8648 said:
I dont know what any of that means.. I just want to update my phone. This cant be brain surgery.
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This might be a foolish question, but why root your phone to leave it as is?

Xontic said:
This might be a foolish question, but why root your phone to leave it as is?
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Wonderful question. I would LOVE to unroot my phone :good:

lol, well if you want to read up on installing a custom ROM, then that is your ticket to experiencing the world of rooted phone glory. If not, I recommend looking up the unroot method...

Xontic said:
This might be a foolish question, but why root your phone to leave it as is?
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There are plenty of reasons for rooting but remaining stock (such as: tethering, Droid wall, Titanium Backup to allow me to backup and restore app data, removing bloat, etc).
I have flashed custom rooms in the past on my Evo but right now I am happy with my S3 at stock.
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda app-developers app

Xontic said:
lol, well if you want to read up on installing a custom ROM, then that is your ticket to experiencing the world of rooted phone glory. If not, I recommend looking up the unroot method...
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Oh, okay, Thanks for the help!

Voodoo8648 said:
I have a rooted Galaxy S3 with stock rom.
I keep getting a pop up for a system update, but cant update.
Please tell me how to manually update, and (where) I can find the latest stock updated software
Thanks
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I was in the same boat at you. I put it off for a while but finally decided to update tonight. I followed the steps posted here.

You can update your baseband by flashing a properly packaged official baseband zip, or flash from recovery tool (my preference), like the one here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=29820376. There are also unofficial, or leaked basebands, available to flash from all-in-one zips, such as the one here: http://goo.im/devs/freeza/Galaxy-S-fre3-LIGFirmwareModemAIO.zip.
As far as the build version goes, that does not have to match your baseband (modem). Most of the ICS ROMs are LG8, although there are some LI3 ICS ROMs to choose from. There's also a leaked build of Jellybean, builds LIF & LIG, with a third leak LIH reportedly coming out tomorrow. Once rooted, you can update your build version by flashing the ROM of your choice, based upon the build of your choice.
One of the top developers, and probably the greatest asset to this community, is freeza. He explained the difference very well here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=32095775
That's a long-winded response, but I hope it answered your original question, and helps you out.
Have fun!
Edit: Once you're rooted, you'll still receive OTA update notifications, which will continually annoy you until you choose to update and reboot. Once you reboot, the update will fail because of your custom recovery (you will NOT lose root) and the notification will go away....until the next OTA...
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m20120 said:
I was in the same boat at you. I put it off for a while but finally decided to update tonight. I followed the steps posted here.
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Excuse me for my stupidity but I'm new to android. I'm also using the sprint variant of the s3 and have it rooted with stock rom. However my build number is IMM76D.L710VPALF9. I'm assuming the last 3 are the update versions. What is the current version and how do I update to it?
Also, I'm rooted with Clockwork mod 5.5.0.4. How do I upgrade this to version 6.0.1.2? Will I have to unroot then root again?
Thanks for clearing anything you can up. Don't mean to pirate the OP but I figured I'd post in this thread rather than make a new one. Thanks again.

johnnygabe89 said:
Excuse me for my stupidity but I'm new to android. I'm also using the sprint variant of the s3 and have it rooted with stock rom. However my build number is IMM76D.L710VPALF9. I'm assuming the last 3 are the update versions. What is the current version and how do I update to it?
Also, I'm rooted with Clockwork mod 5.5.0.4. How do I upgrade this to version 6.0.1.2? Will I have to unroot then root again?
Thanks for clearing anything you can up. Don't mean to pirate the OP but I figured I'd post in this thread rather than make a new one. Thanks again.
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You can flash a new recovery using ODIN, or Mobile ODIN. I use Mobile ODIN. There's a thread on recoveries here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31894089
As far as the versions, see my previous post on this thread.
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Can anyone tell me how to just UNROOT?
Maybe step by step instructions and where to get the software?
Thanks

Voodoo8648 said:
Can anyone tell me how to just UNROOT?
Maybe step by step instructions and where to get the software?
Thanks
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There is a link to a video of the unroot process in this post.

I just discovered a reason NOT to unroot...
I just found out that I can tether free wifi hotspot!
Zoing!:victory:

Voodoo8648 said:
I just discovered a reason NOT to unroot...
I just found out that I can tether free wifi hotspot!
Zoing!:victory:
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That is one of the reasons that I am rooted... so I can use WiFi Tether. I do not it much. Hardly any data at all. But when I am in a spot and need a wireless connection and I only have my phone it comes in handy.
Some other reasons:
- DroidWall: Lets me block individual apps from accessing the internet.
- AddFree: Block ads in some apps.

why would you do that?
Xontic said:
This might be a foolish question, but why root your phone to leave it as is?
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so you don't have to pay Sprint 12 dollars a month to teather.

Rooted device wont update

Hello everyone.
I've been having this problem for quite some time now, actually since i first rooted my phone back in summer 2011. Since then, whenever a new update was released I was unable to install it. I keep recieving an error i've not yet been able to find answers to. So now I'am kindly asking if any of you can help me get rid of it. I wont do a clean install "again"...
Here's the related screenshots: (same album)
imgurDOTcom/a/keZcZ#DH3LOOP
imgurDOTcom/a/keZcZ#u1Y1gMB
Thanks in advance.

Drixi said:
Hello everyone.
I've been having this problem for quite some time now, actually since i first rooted my phone back in summer 2011. Since then, whenever a new update was released I was unable to install it. I keep recieving an error i've not yet been able to find answers to. So now I'am kindly asking if any of you can help me get rid of it. I wont do a clean install "again"...
Here's the related screenshots: (same album)
imgurDOTcom/a/keZcZ#DH3LOOP
imgurDOTcom/a/keZcZ#u1Y1gMB
Thanks in advance.
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You have modified a system file. This causes an OTA update to fail. Get the original applicationsprovider.apk for you current stock image and try again.

Drixi said:
Hello everyone.
I've been having this problem for quite some time now, actually since i first rooted my phone back in summer 2011. Since then, whenever a new update was released I was unable to install it. I keep recieving an error i've not yet been able to find answers to. So now I'am kindly asking if any of you can help me get rid of it. I wont do a clean install "again"...
Here's the related screenshots: (same album)
imgurDOTcom/a/keZcZ#DH3LOOP
imgurDOTcom/a/keZcZ#u1Y1gMB
Thanks in advance.
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You are either not running a stock ROM, or you are trying to flash a takju update on a yakju ROM. Have a look at the OTA update thread in the General section. There are instructions on how to replace the system files. (Easiest would be to flash the system.img file from the factory image of the version you are currently running, and then the update will install.)
By the way, the GNex was not even out in summer 2011...

Petrovski80 said:
You have modified a system file. This causes an OTA update to fail. Get the original applicationsprovider.apk for you current stock image and try again.
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efrant said:
You are either not running a stock ROM, or you are trying to flash a takju update on a yakju ROM. Have a look at the OTA update thread in the General section. There are instructions on how to replace the system files. (Easiest would be to flash the system.img file from the factory image of the version you are currently running, and then the update will install.)
By the way, the GNex was not even out in summer 2011...
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2012* Typo ftw But thanks.
I'am using a stock ROM, unless the website was trolling and changed the filename on a non-stock ROM And I'am pretty sure that I did not mix up takju/yakju. I went trough everything a couple of times back then because I didnt want to mess up my phone - Look how that went -.-'
Anyway. A modified system file seem possible. How this happened, I'am unsure off, but I wont disagree that I didnt do something that might have caused this. I'll try the related solution tomorrow and post results.. Thanks guys - Amazingly fast answers

Drixi said:
2012* Typo ftw But thanks.
I'am using a stock ROM, unless the website was trolling and changed the filename on a non-stock ROM And I'am pretty sure that I did not mix up takju/yakju. I went trough everything a couple of times back then because I didnt want to mess up my phone - Look how that went -.-'
Anyway. A modified system file seem possible. How this happened, I'am unsure off, but I wont disagree that I didnt do something that might have caused this. I'll try the related solution tomorrow and post results.. Thanks guys - Amazingly fast answers
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Note that a deodexed ROM is not stock, regardless of whether someone calls it stock or not.

efrant said:
Note that a deodexed ROM is not stock, regardless of whether someone calls it stock or not.
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Could this can happen on source built, deodexed ROMs when build.prop is edited (product name, model, build) to match stock aka factory images?
Edit: the OTA update I mean
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bk201doesntexist said:
Could this can happen on source built, deodexed ROMs when build.prop is edited (product name, model, build) to match stock aka factory images?
Edit: the OTA update I mean
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Since stock ROMs are Odexed I don't see it making a difference.

063_XOBX said:
Since stock ROMs are Odexed I don't see it making a difference.
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it wouldnt make a difference. the rom does not match what the OTA is expecting.
during the apply_patch process, a check is run to make sure everything matches what it should.

063_XOBX said:
Since stock ROMs are Odexed I don't see it making a difference.
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Yes, but it would receive the notification, right? Hmm, I need to remove update system.
Sent from my Nexus

bk201doesntexist said:
Yes, but it would receive the notification, right? Hmm, I need to remove update system.
Sent from my Nexus
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yes it would receive the update notification.

Do u have cwm installed? If so that would also caused your ota to fail.
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Esteway.619 said:
Do u have cwm installed? If so that would also caused your ota to fail.
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no it doesnt.

SGH-T989D Telus/Koodo Official Jelly Bean (4.1.2)

Update out! Check your Kies or flash via Odin.
From the Telus website;
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BENEFITS AND ENHANCEMENTS
-Actionable notifications will show up in the notification pane.
-Jelly Bean makes your Android device even more responsive by boosting your device's CPU instantly when you touch the screen, and turns it down when you don't need it to improve battery life.
-With Android Beam, you can now easily share your photos and videos.
-As you place widgets on the screen, everything else automatically moves to make room. If they're too big, widgets resize on their own. If you choose to resize a widget, apps and widgets will now also move out of the way.
-Google Now automatically delivers relevant real-time information.
NOTE: Google is releasing this update in stages. Your smartphone will receive a notification when this update becomes available to you.
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Odin Flash files:
Koodo:
Download now HERE
If you are with Telus, you can flash this as well, see HERE
Edit: I attached vlingo.apk from ICS for anyone who misses the Samsung voice commands and driving mode for bluetooth headsets. I figured they would of put that in, as it is law for hands free driving in Canada...but I guess they needed space. Enjoy.

Downloading now! Thanks!

I had a feeling they were going to release it today, just flashed a rom last night.
Good thing im an addict, hehe
Its funny you check the add date of it on samsung firmware and it said that it was added Feb-27-13.

Watt.....4.2.1 official.....
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It's actually 4.1.2. I'm running it now. Haven't had a whole lot of time to try it out but it seems pretty nice so far. It's a huge change from 4.0.4, will take some getting used to before I'm sure of what I like about it and don't

Did you install with Kies or Odin? Are you on Telus or Koodo?
Based on the file names, it doesn't look like there is much functional difference between the TLS and the KDO (same radio this time around?). I'll be downloading tonight.

I'm on Koodo and I used Odin for the update. I'm guessing the only difference is going to be the boot screens.

bngrybt said:
I'm on Koodo and I used Odin for the update. I'm guessing the only difference is going to be the boot screens.
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What is there for bloat? Telus/ Koodo add any crap to it

Quick question about flashing with odin - Does this restore the stock recovery as well?

Project Mayhem said:
Quick question about flashing with odin - Does this restore the stock recovery as well?
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Yes, It will restore to like the day you bought it. except it wont wipe the internal or external sd, but i would recommend backing up your internal if you have important stuff on it just in case

Octane70 said:
What is there for bloat? Telus/ Koodo add any crap to it
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Pretty much nothing. There's just standard Google/Samsung stuff.

Could anyone extract the radio if you have a chance please?
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-T989 using Tapatalk 2

So what is this like? I'm running CM 10 right now, and quite frankly, don't see a reason to change. I'm having no issues with it at all. Anyone have an opinion on it?

DupleX01 said:
Could anyone extract the radio if you have a chance please?
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+1

Tornade69 said:
+1
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If i flash via ordin will i keep my ROOT

TREMEK said:
If i flash via ordin will i keep my ROOT
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No... Odin bring back to Stock... Like brand new out of the box,.,

Tornade69 said:
No... Odin bring back to Stock... Like brand new out of the box,.,
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Thanks thats what i thought.

Anyone root this? I tried via the odin su cwm methid found in the sticky but it didnt work
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Please change the title to 4.1.2. It is VERY misleading lol

Thanks! Will this update via Kies reset the phone to stock?
I've got CWM on it, but I don't use ODIN much.