Now that we have the latest official release for the new TouchWiz GB27 4.1.2, I figured I would update this thread for those that have downloaded the update from FL24 to GB27 via Kies.
This guide was written for Sprint devices however the procedure is the same for Boost and Virgin variants of the Galaxy S2 Epic 4G Touch. The only difference is the kernel you flash after rooting.
You WILL need to use a PC in order to gain root access
DISCLAIMER
DO NOT USE AGAT RECOVERY TO FLASH ANY AOSP ROM. THERE HAVE BEEN CASES OF HARD BRICKS.
I WILL NOT TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANYTHING THAT YOU CHOOSE TO DO WITH YOUR DEVICE. THESE METHODS HAVE BEEN TESTED AND ARE PROVEN TO WORK. FAILURE TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS MAY GIVE YOU UNEXPECTED RESULTS.
YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.
How to root with SuperSU
You will need...
Odin3_v3.04
Source built Jelly Bean kernel
SuperSU-v0.97
Stock GB27 kernel zip - optional
SuperSU from the Play Store
1. Using a Windows XP or greater based computer, download and extract Odin to a directory which you are comfortable using. You can extract to your desktop if you want. I personally use my documents folder.
2. Power off then press and hold volume down and power to enter download mode, plug in your USB cable after opening Odin. Click on PDA to select and flash the source built kernel.
3. Download this file and reboot to recovery by pressing and holding volume up and power then flash SuperSU-v0.97.zip
4. After flashing the SuperSU zip, flash the GB27 stock kernel and reboot. This is now optional, the source built kernel works perfectly and can be used as a DD.
5. Download SuperSU from the Play Store.
6. Open the SuperSU app and update the binary.
This method WILL trigger the yellow triangle and increase your flash counter by 1 count.
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How to root with Superuser and busybox - similar to garwynn's one click
You will need...
Odin3_v3.04
Source built Jelly Bean kernel
subusybox
Stock GB27 kernel zip - optional
1. Using a Windows XP or greater based computer, download and extract Odin to a directory which you are comfortable using. You can extract to your desktop if you want. I personally use my documents folder.
2. Power off then press and hold volume down and power to enter download mode, plug in your USB cable after opening Odin. Click on PDA to select and flash the source built kernel.
3. Flash the subusybox zip in recovery
4. Flash the stock GB27 kernel in recovery and reboot. This is now optional, the source built kernel works perfectly and can be used as a DD.
This method WILL trigger the yellow triangle and increase your flash counter by 1 count.
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One-Click Method
You will need...
GB27 Rooted Nodata
1. Download the Rooted Nodata from the link above.
2. Using a Windows XP or greater computer, open the One-Click package.
3. Power down your phone and then press and hold volume down + power to enter download mode. Plug in your USB cable.
4. Click start.
This method WILL NOT trigger the yellow triangle or increase your flash counter.
You now have root access. Congratulations.
Do you have an ugly yellow triangle after performing one of the first two methods? Do you want to get rid of that and reset your flash counter back to 0?
Chainfire has an app for that!
TriangleAway v2.90 XDA Version
Please consider donating for his work and buy Triangle Away from the Play Store.
Triangle Away on Google Play
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Thanks
sextape - for providing this leak as well as many others
rwilco12 - for his repository which most of these files are downloaded from
garwynn - for his root method similar to his one clicks, source built kernels
chainfire - for SuperSU and Triangle Away
sniper - for helping make the process easier
romgnascher - for confirming an issue with the recovery and verifying the fix
bluesrulez - for uploading the GB27 stock recovery when I could not find it anywhere else
Thanks. When flashing using odin do we user the pda slot?
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mjs2011 said:
Thanks. When flashing using odin do we user the pda slot?
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Correct sir.
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wish i wasnt a flashaholic.. i was going to try flashingb modem.zip from safe ics recovery then use mobile odin for everroot and try to keep root that way . but now i need to pc odin a safe recovery lol and get root this way
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elliwigy said:
wish i wasnt a flashaholic.. i was going to try flashingb modem.zip from safe ics recovery then use mobile odin for everroot and try to keep root that way . but now i need to pc odin a safe recovery lol and get root this way
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Garwyn has posted up Rooted one clicks as well to make the process easier
thenameisnigel said:
I used Mobile ODIN Pro, and it kept root for me.
Running FK09 like a champ.
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lol really?
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There are a few ways to obtain root access... whichever one works for you the best, at least we have options unlike some other devices.
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You linked the wrong kernel I downloaded stock tw lol. Had to go search haha! Gonna try and root now.
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You linked the wrong kernel I downloaded stock tw lol. Had to go search haha! Gonna try and root now.
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Link was correct as of last night...
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Mattix724 said:
Looks like rwilco moved the FJ10 repack from agat. Link updated.
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Glad u updated lol. So anyone else getting sprint hotspot to work without the hack? Only on 3G tho. 4G just keep scanning but wont connect while the hotspot is running.
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I'm working on making the OP look a little better... links are all good. Bare with me while I make some visual changes and try to make it more organized.
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Will this way allow you to keep cwm on phone after all said and done so I can flash fixes for my carrier?
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Will this way allow you to keep cwm on phone after all said and done so I can flash fixes for my carrier?
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Currently no. Once we have a repacked FK09 kernel yes. I will update the OP once that happens.
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Currently no. Once we have a repacked FK09 kernel yes. I will update the OP once that happens.
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Ok thank you finally someone gave me a accurate answer lol been trying to figure it out. Thank you for helping out at least now I know that its in the works I can live without a few things for a bit.
If I had the know how, I'd try making a repack. And as far as I know, agat was startinghis computer from scratch due to issues building from source.
If there isn't anything by next week, I'll ask for some help on making repacks.
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wow.. mobile odin flashes modems now? and yes.. i still think someone should try flashing the modem.zipthroughw.e safe recovery there on then can use mobile odin to flash tar n see if that works . should b easy just data wont work until flashing fk09 but should keep root this way and have proper modem installed
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elliwigy said:
wow.. mobile odin flashes modems now? and yes.. i still think someone should try flashing the modem.zipthroughw.e safe recovery there on then can use mobile odin to flash tar n see if that works . should b easy just data wont work until flashing fk09 but should keep root this way and have proper modem installed
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Im not sure since I haven't tested it yet. I saw someone post that was how they did it... If it doesn't I'll change the OP for a CWM modem.zip method.
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Thanks garwynn. If you want I can add that to the OP.
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After rooting with option 1 on OP I've realized on Settings -> About Device -> Status. Device status (all the way at the bottom of section) went from official to custom. Is that Samsung's new addition to find out who's flashing since everybody now is aware and uses triangle away? Lol
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Related
Koush released Official ClockworkMod Recovery for Tmobile Galaxy S II.
So here it is.
ClockworkMod Recovery [TAR for ODIN]
ODIN 1.85
Directions:
(1) Shut off your phone and remove battery.
(2) Wait few seconds and insert battery again.
(3) Hold volume up and down keys at the same time and while holding them insert usb.
(4) Open Odin 1.85 (Admin Rights)
(5) Select PDA and locate and select recovery.tar
(6) Click on Start
(7) And you should be all set
OR
Flash it via Rom Manager.
where is the link? lol
-cool i try it now
Link broken no worky
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its working of me.
but here it is anyways. http://www.multiupload.com/5IWXAGSHCS
Yup had bbc code enabled on app works. My bad
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Okay, so I am coming from an HTC phone where you would flash this (*.img) in Hboot. As this is my first Samsung phone, how do I flash this recovery?
Thanks, in advance.
Same issue here. How do we go about flashing this onto the phone? - Im assuming this is done through ODIN (Using the "Flash" Boot Option) - or am I wrong? Also, the new Recovery is not showing up in CWM APP.
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Okay, so I am coming from an HTC phone where you would flash this (*.img) in Hboot. As this is my first Samsung phone, how do I flash this recovery?
Thanks, in advance.
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+1
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+1
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adb
is the only way as far I know for img file
I have a Mac and adb is a ***** ill just wait for rom manager to update
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This just made my day but have no idea how its flashed.
Haha. We just talked about this in irc earlier. Knew it wouldnt be long.
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i am trying to make a tar for odin, but even with md5 damn thing keeps on failing. i have no idea why. i have tired 7zip, cygwin, linux and all three tar builds fail in odin.
any ideas ppl ??
Whats the benefit of having this vs. what was released with the original root instructions?
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Whats the benefit of having this vs. what was released with the original root instructions?
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the original one is a port, this is the OFFICIAL recovery released by koush. koush is the one who developed clockwork mod recovery and rom manager.
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the original one is a port, this is the OFFICIAL recovery released by koush. koush is the one who developed clockwork mod recovery and rom manager.
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So if we use the original what will happen if we stick with it
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Nothing. Its fine. Just not as compatible with rom manager.
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So if we use the original what will happen if we stick with it
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aiight i am going to install parallels on my mbp and install ubuntu and try there.
Someone mind posting the ADB Command?
There isnt one. Has to be flashed in odin for now. Im sure itll be in rom manager really soon though
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Someone mind posting the ADB Command?
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PLEASE UNDERSTAND, THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL BUILD FOR A REASON, THERE WILL BE BUGS, SO DON'T WHINE IF YOU FIND ONE, FIND A FIX INSTEAD
Here is the complete tar for the FB21 build, I replaced the Sbl with the EG31 one so reset jigs will still work afterwards
Side note - If you having issues with drivers, uninstalling and reinstalling the drivers worked for me
Extract tar first, then flash tar file through the PDA option in Odin
D710_CODE_SPH-D710.FB21_CL159837_REV02_user_w_Sbl_EG31.tar.zip
And for those that just want the modem, here it is
E4GT_Modem_FB21.zip \ E4GT_Modem_FB21.tar - Zip must be flashed through a CWM based recovery & Tar must be flashed through the PHONE option in Odin
FAQ
If your having issues with Odin recognizing the phone after flashing this, use these instructions
Go to device manager, right click on the unknown device, update driver, click browse, let me pick from a list, select all(wait till it loads), find Samsung Co and install one of the ones that have modem in the name
first gonna flash right now and will post results later tonight, thanks calkulin
Yeeeeeaaaaa!!!!
HYFR!
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thanx op, hope i can tether on this one.
Sweet................... Hope battery life is better
this is silently released LOL... will there be a CMW of this too?
EDIT: Already is. You guys are awesome!
Thanks bro! Time to get off MW3.
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Can't... Keep...Up...
Thanks Calk!
Anyone have the repack for kernel FB21 so i can flash it after gaining root?
Can I flash the rom via mobile Odin?
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Can I flash the rom via mobile Odin?
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the MODEM yes.. the ROM... hmmmmmm prob not a good idea!
Damn...things are moving fast! Grabbed the modem tar and zip. May start to get brave and flash a leak. Thanks Calkulin!
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usbotg / usb host mode ?
Can't wait to flash it! Thanks!
Does anyone know if this has usb host mode or usbotg working?
Man calkulins on a roll!!!
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the MODEM yes.. the ROM... hmmmmmm prob not a good idea!
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I thought mobile odin didn't flash modems?
no reason why it won't flash the rom though
Downloading this and flashing it. Going to try to use this as a daily driver until we have a more final version (tired of gingerbread, lol).
Edit: Just installed it and it's working great so far. Probably a dumb question, but this isn't rooted, correct?
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Please excuse my noob question, but what is a jig reset and why would I want to reset the "counter"? And actually, what's a jig? Thanks!
Downloading this and flashing it. Going to try to use this as a daily driver until we have a more final version (tired of gingerbread, lol).
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Take this question to the Q&A and I'll answer it for ya.
Can I flash this if I'm not rooted?
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Jess813 said:
Can I flash this if I'm not rooted?
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no, and if you are asking this question you might want to do some reading first so you don't break your phone.
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I don't have a laptop and really wanna try ICS.....anyway to do that?
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Mobile Odin, but it doesn't flash modems.
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revamper said:
Mobile Odin, but it doesn't flash modems.
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But it will still work
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But it will still work
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Mobile Odin the el26 cwm kernel and then flash an ICS rom from there.
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A desktop PC will work.. /troll..
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chris41g said:
A desktop PC will work.. /troll..
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That is the XDA reply of the month!!!
MOBLE ODIN
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chris41g said:
A desktop PC will work.. /troll..
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Lol
I don't have one either
I'm traveling and need to buy one but need to make some money first
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first of all u need to be rooted. or mobile odin wont work. if u are rooted u may already have custom recovery and wont need mobile odin. just do a quick check by holding power and volume up button together til recovery pops up
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first of all u need to be rooted. or mobile odin wont work. if u are rooted u may already have custom recovery and wont need mobile odin. just do a quick check by holding power and volume up button together til recovery pops up
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I am rooted lol
But what's the steps to getting a ics rom without bricking.......do i need to use mobile Odin to put on shfubs stock el26 kernel?
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el29 will work also
I have mobile oden and have used it to flash and reflash just about anything -but like stated eariler in the thread it wont flash the modum. You can flash a custom recovery.if the above process shows stock recovery After you flash the kernal of your choice. I am running FE22 W/ Blue Kubin stock kernal on 1.0.3.4 - have not updated iyet cause i'm waiting to see some of the new mods that are comming out for it!!! So far I found this to be one of the best if not THEEE best rom/kernal I have ran! on my sprint sg2e4gt
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I have mobile oden and have used it to flash and reflash just about anything -but like stated eariler in the thread it wont flash the modum. You can flash a custom recovery.if the above process shows stock recovery After you flash the kernal of your choice. I am running FE22 W/ Blue Kubin stock kernal on 1.0.3.4 - have not updated iyet cause i'm waiting to see some of the new mods that are comming out for it!!! So far I found this to be one of the best if not THEEE best rom/kernal I have ran! on my sprint sg2e4gt
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Confused
Lmao
Do i just flash shfubs el26 kernel with mobile Odin then flash a ics rom?
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People without access to a PC still exist? weird...
Salty! said:
People without access to a PC still exist? weird...
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Hey stfu
I'm on the road working and saving money for a car....not everyone is rich-_-
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Will qbkings video on flashing a costume recovery work on a stock rooted e4gt, Fi27 build. Would I end up using a ff18 custom recovery?
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Will qbkings video on flashing a costume recovery work on a stock rooted e4gt, Fi27 build. Would I end up using a ff18 custom recovery?
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I am assuming yes. As using Odin you just need the right file.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1767421
download the 6.5 .TAR file and follow the video.
put your phone in download mode.
open ODIN, make sure only auto reboot is checked
load .tar file into pda slot.
hook your phone up to the cable. (you'll see a yellow box with COM:xx) means your connected.
press start.
Wait until phone has rebooted. Good to go
Awesome I shall give that a shot after I read a couple more threads.
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Shader-LXIX said:
Awesome I shall give that a shot after I read a couple more threads.
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Yes make sure you read a lot of stuff here.
Don't know if you've seen this yet but check it out
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1525495
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Yes make sure you read a lot of stuff here.
Don't know if you've seen this yet but check it out
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1525495
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Yes, I've intstalled the FF18 agat kernal on FI27 many times and works just fine...
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Yes, I've intstalled the FF18 agat kernal on FI27 many times and works just fine...
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I would recommend upgrading your kernel to Agat's 6.5 kernel or FI27 kernel repack.
Link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1767421 (agat's custom 6.5 kernel Safe recovery)
Link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1942823 (FI27 stock repack Safe recovery)
I'm trying to flash another rom, obviously I know I need to flash el29 kernal to do this. But I cant odin.. everytime I hit start, it fails. Even the one-click doesnt go. So im stuck.. my drivers should be good. Oh and im on kobridges GB08 everything.
Mobile odin...
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Mobile odin...
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+1 to mobile Odin
Your issue could be one of two things (assuming you have the correct drivers) either the version of Odin you're trying to use is outdated or your usb cable/port may not be functioning properly.
Just to verify, you're powering your phone off, holding power and volume down to enter download mode and selecting the option to flash a custom binary correct?
If yes, try another cable if you have one, or another usb port on your PC to rule out those factors. The yellow com port should light up letting you know you're connected.
Also try a newer version of Odin if you're not already running it.
If all else fails, mobile Odin is definitely worth the money:thumbup::beer:
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How do you use mobile odin to flash gb08 from fl24?
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How do you use mobile odin to flash gb08 from fl24?
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You use it flash a safe recovery tar file then use that recovery to flash your new ROM and stock kernel.
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I don't you can flash everything in one step with mobile odin pro.
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I don't you can flash everything in one step with mobile odin pro.
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If you're looking for stock unrooted gb08 you can use the full Tar file, but if you want a rooted custom ROM you need to flash a zip
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