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[HELP] newbie...

ok so i got a galaxy s2(epic 4g touch) for sprint but flashed to boost,
i have already rooted the phone, now, all i want is
install a "theme" or "OS" of android 4.0,
i dont know which will be best, i am a newbie, i dont know much about these phones,
just want to know where can i get it, and how to install the 4.0 theme or actual android version, my build is EL29 ,
also how to install custom icons and where to get them,,
thanks in advanced!

eviltemp said:
ok so i got a galaxy s2(epic 4g touch) for sprint but flashed to boost,
i have already rooted the phone, now, all i want is
install a "theme" or "OS" of android 4.0,
i dont know which will be best, i am a newbie, i dont know much about these phones,
just want to know where can i get it, and how to install the 4.0 theme or actual android version, my build is EL29 ,
also how to install custom icons and where to get them,,
thanks in advanced!
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Stay on el29 for a day or two!
Read &reREAD THE OP!!!! Right now I suggest to stay on el29 since your a newbie at this phone! This phone in general can turn into a paper weight using the "wrong recovery to flash" don't know what that means?? That's why I say to stay on el29 and read a few ics post and reREAD THWM GOOD OR YOU WILL BRICK!!!
Sent from my SPH-D710 using XDA

thanks for the quick reply

eviltemp said:
thanks for the quick reply
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I would go to the dev section and read ALL the Sticky threads thoroughly, then use sfhub's auto root in case you're not rooted to gain ROOT. Then I would go with a tw rom like calkulin's Fe22, or if its themes you like you could go with wicked sensations from dazed and confused (team venum) or any of the team rejects roms. Just please read the stickies like 5 times.

timmetal6669 said:
I would go to the dev section and read ALL the Sticky threads thoroughly, then use sfhub's auto root in case you're not rooted to gain ROOT. Then I would go with a tw rom like calkulin's Fe22, or if its themes you like you could go with wicked sensations from dazed and confused (team venum) or any of the team rejects roms. Just please read the stickies like 5 times.
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That's fine and all but why setup a newbie for failure.... clearly he said he is a newb. have a :beer: instead
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Neewbie
I am not a dev at all just a flash junkie. I would read up on "FULL RESTORE ROOTED EL29" you can search the for the forum in the development section. Check out all of the roms and just ask questions. One you are rooted its pretty simple if you follow directions well. I'm running Dazed and Confused romantic now but I switched between him and Mijjz roms like his Goodness rom, he has a ton of roms and all of these are themed already.
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kdizzleh85 said:
I am not a dev at all just a flash junkie. I would read up on "FULL RESTORE ROOTED EL29" you can search the for the forum in the development section. Check out all of the roms and just ask questions. One you are rooted its pretty simple if you follow directions well. I'm running Dazed and Confused romantic now but I switched between him and Mijjz roms like his Goodness rom, he has a ton of roms and all of these are themed already.
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I mean Dazed and Confused rom not romantic. If you have any more questions just ask man. Good luck and have fun. Just remember to read and follow directions

Just a tip
I would also recommend watching some of QBKing77's youtube videos as well if you have never flashed a Rom before. He pretty much goes step by step through the entire process. He has videos that show you how to root, how to install clockwork mod and then videos on how to install many of the Roms that you will find in the development section as well as reviews for each. QBKing77 was pretty much invaluable to me when I was getting started myself. Thanks to him and following the advice to read through the development section over and over before I started I've stayed brick free and flashed most of the ICS Roms safely.

New to epic 4g touch

Hi all, I just came over from Motorola and must say this is a sweet phone. This phone came with 4.0.4 on it which seems nice. Anyway with my Motorola I had to unlock my bootloader, any need for that here? Any info on root and installing roms would deffinently be appreciated.
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There is a lot to be found if you look through the threads.
I found this WIKI to be of great help.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/Samsung_Epic_4G_Touch
You can find a list of ROM's available for the phone included with a link to the thread on them where even more information can be found such as battery life, specs, kernels, and modems that are compatible with the ROM.
Also look at:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1267879
Personally I went back to Stock Rooted EL29 and am running Calkulins E4GT ROM which is fantastic in both liability and battery life. That can be found here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1332837
If you decide to go back. Just my opinion. If you want to stay on ICS then here is a ROM that a lot of people have had success with it looks like.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1363071
That is for rooted 4.0.4
Here is another great article to read.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1587607
It explains to you the CWM recovery and how it works. Definitely handy information.
Here is the process I used to root my phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1342728
Remember to back up any important information you have. I just used the Samsung Kies desktop software and that worked well for me.
Good luck! Hopefully I helped!

Thanks....What is considers the safest recovery?

bigblue4life said:
Thanks....What is considers the safest recovery?
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EL26 CWM

Hello everyone!

I just wanted to say hi to everyone, I have been jailbreaking iPhones and iPods for years but I decided to switch to an android so I went with a Galaxy S3
I am new to the ROM/rooting experience and I am looking forward to learning!
I did root the phone but I have not flashed any ROMS yet. I want to find the best one out there for the T-mobile S3 before I flash my first one. Could anyone tell me which, if any, improve signal strength? I have very bad signal in my area and was hoping that I could improve that this way, Gotta appreciate all of the developers who put so much time and work into this stuff for our benefit!

Well I would recommend Wicked rom if you want stock experience, if you want aosp, most are based on CyanogenMod 10 builds. If you want better reception, there is a flashable modem that SHOULD improve reception, but its dangerous I've read, I have not done that, but its what I've read. Some heads up tips, backup in recovery before flashing anything, read the original post of anything you'll flash and search before posting, you'll probably find what you need
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

Where did you hear that flashing modems is dangerous? As long as you follow directions and don't use one for another device its really no more dangerous than flashing a kernel or recovery.
If you guys want to learn more about modems this thread is as good as any place to start!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1880987
Just please make sure you read and understand what you are doing before trying this or any other mod!
@op
The thread I linked to is stickied in the development section. Next to it is the firmware thread. I suggest keeping a copy of the stock fw on hand in case you run into problems. Sometimes odin flashing back to stock is the only solution.
There is no best rom. What is the best for you will most likely not be the best for me. You should get an idea of what you are looking for base-wise. Try a cm or aokp and see if you prefer it over stock. Say you prefer stock, then focus on the roms that are based on stock builds.
Read the op thoroughly! Find one that has features you want. Then while downloading read the first few pages and the last 5 or so pages to get an idea about any bugs or other info.
The rom you choose will rarely have any bearing on signal stregnth. There are lots of modems you can choose from.
Finally, do NOT flash anything that was made for another device!
Good luck and welcome!
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Well as actually you can flash most att ROMs to the t-999 as long as they are not updating the modem then you should be fine
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I'd flash the cm10 latest nightly
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Welcome all member of Xda-developers forum
Nice to meet you

As far as modems go it is going to be a testing process. While most modem updates are aimed at better signal it is not always the cases do to area. So what gives me the best signal my not get you the best signal so try one and run a speed test use it for a day then do another speed test before changing the modem again until you find what works for you.
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Please HELP
First I like to say hello as I'M A NOOB!! I just rooted my phone and would like to try a ROM now but not sure not to install or how to go about it I've been doing a lot of reading still to no avail!! I would like to try any rom to start and go from there but how do I go about installing the rom if that's what's it's called I believe it's called flashing anyway how do I go about flashing a ROM and hwere are they located so I can pick one out and try it? Can somoene please point me in the right direction so I can get a ROM installed I am so excited now that my phone is finally Rooted I need a ROM A.S.A.P. SOMEONE PLEASE HELP ME SO I CAN GET THIS DOWN TODAY PLEASE i need to try this now and want to try it now PLEASE HELP ME HERE GUYS YOUR HELP IS GREATLY APPRECIATED ALREADY AND i'M SORRY FOR THE CAPS. I'll be anxiously waiting for anyone's reply as a matter of fact I will not leave this computer until I get a reply on how to flas my first ROM!!! Thank you so very much guys I do really appreciate the help as I need it!!!!!:good: I have a Samsun Galaxy S 3 Running JB. 4.1.1 AND IT'S Rooted!!1

lovetofly said:
First I like to say hello as I'M A NOOB!! I just rooted my phone and would like to try a ROM now but not sure not to install or how to go about it I've been doing a lot of reading still to no avail!! I would like to try any rom to start and go from there but how do I go about installing the rom if that's what's it's called I believe it's called flashing anyway how do I go about flashing a ROM and hwere are they located so I can pick one out and try it? Can somoene please point me in the right direction so I can get a ROM installed I am so excited now that my phone is finally Rooted I need a ROM A.S.A.P. SOMEONE PLEASE HELP ME SO I CAN GET THIS DOWN TODAY PLEASE i need to try this now and want to try it now PLEASE HELP ME HERE GUYS YOUR HELP IS GREATLY APPRECIATED ALREADY AND i'M SORRY FOR THE CAPS. I'll be anxiously waiting for anyone's reply as a matter of fact I will not leave this computer until I get a reply on how to flas my first ROM!!! Thank you so very much guys I do really appreciate the help as I need it!!!!!:good: I have a Samsun Galaxy S 3 Running JB. 4.1.1 AND IT'S Rooted!!1
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I'll take a leap of faith. Which recovery are you using. What method did you use to flash recovery. If I were you I would start simple and flash a touch wiz 4.1.1 ROM. Also, 2 things to remember before someone else tells you. 1 - CAPS aren't necessary for someone to read your post. 2 - asking for a ROM recommendation is generally discouraged due to what I like may not be what you want, per xda rules. For rom info just goto the development section and read. Find one you are interested in. Make a backup using your recovery method, follow guidelines set by developer and flash. Google and you tube are your friends when learning to flash. You might want to find a app backup utility like titanium backup to restore your apps after you flash your new ROM. Then read, read, and read some more and when you think your ready read again. Flashing wrong ROM can cause a bricked (locked and unusable phone). Also, if you were sorry for the caps you could have change prior to submitting post. Good luck.
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Rooting friends gs2 today, Whats the newest root method?

My friend wants me to root his gs2 he just got.. I rooted my kids mothers gs3 for sprint few months back.. So i kno samsung phones are pretty easy to root but i wanted to kno whats the newest root and unlock method to use? im sure he on the newest base.. I want to unlock the bootloader flash recovery and root.. Thanks guys:good:

Well I welcome you're friend to the T989 community. This phone will be referred to as the T989 or Hercules, this is important to know when flashing a new ROM, etc.
This link will help you to initially root the phone. All instructions are listed in the link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1311194
As per flashing other ROMs, I would suggest you to install CWM or TWRP. The reason you should update is because the recovery in the rooting thread is quite old.
Link for CWM: http://www.clockworkmod.com/rommanager (scroll down to Samsung Galaxy S2 (T-Mobile)
Link for TWRP: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1768742
Have fun and good luck!

Koragg618 said:
Well I welcome you're friend to the T989 community. This phone will be referred to as the T989 or Hercules, this is important to know when flashing a new ROM, etc.
This link will help you to initially root the phone. All instructions are listed in the link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1311194
As per flashing other ROMs, I would suggest you to install CWM or TWRP. The reason you should update is because the recovery in the rooting thread is quite old.
Link for CWM: http://www.clockworkmod.com/rommanager (scroll down to Samsung Galaxy S2 (T-Mobile)
Link for TWRP: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1768742
Have fun and good luck!
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Thanks so much!! Nice people in this thread!! Hey so whats some good roms for my boy to try??

Sweet! So what roms and kernel should i show him? Is there any rom & kernel combos? Like a good rom and a good kernel that run good together?? Thanks

Nooblube said:
Sweet! So what roms and kernel should i show him? Is there any rom & kernel combos? Like a good rom and a good kernel that run good together?? Thanks
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You want jellybean or what?
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richardlibeau said:
You want jellybean or what?
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?? its my boys phone i doe sit matter?? i just want to put a good rom and maybe a custom kernel on there for him.. im rocking jelly bean on my phone.. did this phone get the JB update? i dont even kno what base he on? he just got the phone 2 days ago brand new so?

Nooblube said:
?? its my boys phone i doe sit matter?? i just want to put a good rom and maybe a custom kernel on there for him.. im rocking jelly bean on my phone.. did this phone get the JB update? i dont even kno what base he on? he just got the phone 2 days ago brand new so?
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Well this phone is proposed to get an update but no one knows when.
For the best Samsung jellybean experience I would suggest you to use Jedi Jelly. It is sort of like the official Jelly Bean update but its ported from the Skyrocket (both phones are cross-compatible with most ROMs). Currently it has no kernels because it was leaked on the Skyrocket.
As per the AOSP experience, we have a wide range of flavors. The 4.2.x ROMs are pretty stable with only minor bugs which get fixed almost every week. Both are CM10.1, AOKP and P.A.C man ROM. We also have 4.1.x ROMs in CM10 which come in CM10, AOKP, PA, P.A.C Man, Slimbean, Avatar, and some more.
Most of these ROMs are very stable, and if you're looking for the nice one, which is my personal favorite, I'd go for Slim-Star: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2109841

HAHAHA! i cant get over how easy this phone was to root and unlock the bootloader! man in so done with HTC.. im jumping ship my next upgrade thats for sure:good: thanks for getting back guys

Nooblube said:
HAHAHA! i cant get over how easy this phone was to root and unlock the bootloader! man in so done with HTC.. im jumping ship my next upgrade thats for sure:good: thanks for getting back guys
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I dont think that you need to unlock bootloader on this phone. It is never locked!
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getting s3 in two days need advice...

I am coming from epic 4 so not a total newb but most of the roms i see i dont know of. vWondering whats the best atm my tab 2 is runnin slim and my epic used to have pac rom before its demise.. anyhow really looking for suggestions if anyone cares to save me foot work and know where root guide and twrp (if not i saw philz n the dev area)are any advice thanks!!!

wizzdome said:
I am coming from epic 4 so not a total newb but most of the roms i see i dont know of. vWondering whats the best atm my tab 2 is runnin slim and my epic used to have pac rom before its demise.. anyhow really looking for suggestions if anyone cares to save me foot work and know where root guide and twrp (if not i saw philz n the dev area)are any advice thanks!!!
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Well the new s3's still can't flash aosp ROMs except for the 9/22 of cm I believe. You need a modded recovery to be able to mount storage because there's a safeguard in place that won't allow you to mount in recovery. Any TW ROM is fine
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Unfortunately this thread will become a free for all on users telling you what their favorite rom is. Do your research stick to the Sprint Development section only.
Start here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=38172219
Good luck.
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Have a great day!