I'm currently on Avatar's JB ROM with Wind kernel, how do I revert back completely to the stock Telus ICS/GB?
It seems that HOINO's stock Telus ICS ROM is giving install errors.
zijin_cheng said:
I'm currently on Avatar's JB ROM with Wind kernel, how do I revert back completely to the stock Telus ICS/GB?
It seems that HOINO's stock Telus ICS ROM is giving install errors.
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Did you do a nandroid backup directly after rooting your device as recommended by most people?
If so, simply revert to that, and if you're using cwm as your recovery at least, I know it backs up your original recovery so you can just delete the cwm recovery.IMG, and rename the backed up recovery to recovery.img
Now do a factory reset, load into stock ROM and use your rooting app to unroot. Factory reset again and that should be that.
If not you may have trouble getting back to true stock, as many of the stock imgs that are around contain all bloatware removed which would require root, which should void the warranty if that's an issue for you..
Sent from my LG-P930 using Tapatalk 2
i know for me i soft bricked when trying to install CWM recovery because i hadn't read about locked bootloader, and then unbricking doesn't bring you to a stock telus rom it brings you to stock at&t at which point it's impossible to backup stock telus rom.
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i believe one of the ways to return to telus stock is by flashing a stock telus KDZ, i have never wanted to return to stock so i don't know the exact steps, what you need to do is find a telus kdz from a reliable source and make sure its for your model and everything, then read a guide how to flash kdz in order to return to stock you should be able to find guides on these forums if you can't then i'll try to help but i think they are easy to find
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however if you want STOCK ICS experience i don't even recommend returning to telus stock rom.
if you go at&t ics rom it's better, but it has the same stability as the stock telus rom. the only thing it's missing is 2 or 3 telus apps, but you can find those and install them on your own if for some reason you need them.
the link to the rom i use when i want a stock rom that supports everything (including MHL) is this one
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1980541
all you have to do is add Telus APN in order to get your data sms and mms working. this rom is 100% stable like stock rom all he did was remove bloat and crap you don't need, i also recommend installing the ICS wind kernel as your kernel, its far better than stock and 100% stable on a stock ics rom.
you want ics p930 3.6
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2119976
unless you have an su640 if so get 3.6 ics su640
i'm also not sure if the rom i linked supports su640 u might want to check that if u have it before flashing.
i recomend using this rom because you can keep a recovery on your phone and still do backups and stuff that you can't do with a real stock rom, however this rom has everything that you would want a stock rom for.
you can also continue to test new roms as they come out until you find a custom rom you like (while still having a stock backup in CWM recovery to revert to in case needed)
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Hello,
I was just wondering what might be the best way to be able to update the phone from hwere I am at.
Currently like another poster here. I am on jelly bean currently stock but rooted with stock recovery.
I have modded a few system files to get bluetooth tethering a while back and because of that the OTA update won't flash recognizes the change.
Can I just flash the root66 image with the new version and keep root but be upgraded.
Should I reset it, flash the new direct file from samsung then the root66 or what would be the best way of upgrading it at this point.
Flash Root66. Don't flash the stock image at all. You won't lose data but any changes you made to the system partition will be undone.
Cool
I didn't know it that would work and I would still get the new modem and kernel and what not.
New kernel yes, new modem no.
Awww shucks.
From what I read that made some nice changes to connectivity.
How do I apply the new modem from the update then?
I don't think I could use the stock recovery to get it.
Do you know if Triangle Away works on the new version with root?
Would there be anything else that might not get flashed too if I do i that way?
Anyone?
If it was me I'd flash a custom recovery like clockwork and then flash a stock rooted rom based on the new update.
Something like this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2070955
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Or this one
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2128306
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Yeah I was trying to keep as stock as possible.
What I did was put back on a customer recovery and replaced the framework with the stock one.
Then put back stock recovery and applied the update making sure to use OTA Rootkeep to keep root on the phone
Then put on custom recovery again and pull moddified and replaced the framework again
Lastly put back the stock recovery and triangle away whichdoes work.
if you follow instructions on Post 1 (with baseband {Modem} changes), you will be on Newest everything, then if you wanted to mod files, it would be the same... (just on newest Base)... this is basically THE Same as root66 (but newer version) CIQ removed and all newer files.
You could apply your build.prop tweaks and mods on top of them or thru them (depending on what you know)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2128306
Currently now , i'm applying all MOD's that i'm able to do with STOCK files as a base. (rather then just copyng over systemui.apk, seclauncher2.ap2, etc) so they have same UVDLJC base
i have successfully changed seclauncher2.apk so far, working in systemui.apk now. 2 others next to carry mods.
I followed these instructions to Mod Seclauncher2.apk on Post #71 (it worked fine) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1691957&page=8
I have 5x6 on both HomePage + apps drawer and Wallpaper is scrolling. I changed values from the launcher, that I used in past (not values on page exactly)
I have a quick question. I am on a stock rooted 4.1.1 att sgs3. I was curious if i flashed this rom/kernal,[ROM/KERNEL][4.4.2] Quantum 3.54 & QuantumKernel 3/7, would i be able to go back to my stock rooted rom if I wanted to? Thanks in advance.
Looks like you are trying to flash a custom ROM. Don't know much about these particular ROMs you mentioned but you need to your research thoroughly on custom ROMs before flashing. You may know most Custom ROMs don't come with their own bootloaders but still have to rely on a manufacturer's bootloader to run. You should, therefore, avoid any ROM that may update your bootloader because this is the only way that you would not be able to return to your previous stock version. If the ROM simply updates the system without mucking with your bootloader, there is no reason why you may not be able to return to stock.
I had an AT&T SG3 on stock 4.1.1 and I was able to flash KitKat (4.4) based CM11 and return to stock 4.1.1 without any hitches. Finally, whilst you are still on stock 4.1.1 I would suggest you take advantage of all the flexibilities offered by this Android version especially free unlocking before you begin tinkering with firmware.
So as long as I dont update my bootloader, I should be fine on going back to stock rooted 4.1.1? Thanks for the info!!
So how do i know what roms dont mess with the bootloader?
Most ROMS do not include an aboot file. I have flashed CM11, Validus, Slim, and Cyanfox and none of these altered the bootloader.
I suggest that you find a ROM you like, unzip the file, and look at the updater script to determine which bootloaders are required to install the ROM on your phone.
Ok guys, thanks for the tips. I just didn't want to get stuck on a firmware where i could not have root anymore or go back to a stock rooted rom.
I've been out of the loop for a while (was still running rooted 4.1.1 until last night), it's crazy how much has changed and I pretty much forgot how to do anything with my phone. I managed to get myself up to stock, rooted 4.4.2 with SuperSu installed and KNOX disabled without pestering anyone on the forums. Do I need to unlock my bootloader to use Jrummy's Rom Installer for a custom recovery and rom?
I used Towelroot (which is amazing btw) if that makes a difference.
And this is of course an att i747.
Thanks for any help
edit: I suppose I should also ask if using Rom Installer is a good method or if GooManager is still around, or should I just flash roms through recovery.
No the boot loader is fine you should be able to flash a costom recovery like always with Odin, then find your ROM (make sure its 4.3 and up) do the standard wipes and flash and you should be set......since your on 4.4.2 you can't downgrade the boot loader or modem to 4.3 or else you will hard brick
Ah good to know, I guess I was mixing the terms boot loader and recovery. Just to confirm - none of the 4.3 ROMs would come with an incompatible modem then right?
Also any opinion on Rom Installer?
Thanks
No none should....stay away from Odin flashables though.....if you just use custom Roms 4.3 onward you should be perfectly fine
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I have never used ROM installer, I have used ROM manager by CWM and the lack of Roms on that app kills it for me.....can't speak for ROM installer though
Perfect, thanks buddy.
I've got an old T989D still running the GB Juggernaut 4.1 rom and I'm looking to move up to the latest PA build. I'm wondering what steps I should take to make the upgrade go smoothly as I haven't flashed this thing in over a couple years. Do I need to update recovery? (It still has CWM 5.0.2.7) And what about the radio? (Despite being the Canadian version of the S2, this was and will be used in the US.)
Any and all help would be super appreciated. Thanks!
politiclaw said:
I've got an old T989D still running the GB Juggernaut 4.1 rom and I'm looking to move up to the latest PA build. I'm wondering what steps I should take to make the upgrade go smoothly as I haven't flashed this thing in over a couple years. Do I need to update recovery? (It still has CWM 5.0.2.7) And what about the radio? (Despite being the Canadian version of the S2, this was and will be used in the US.)
Any and all help would be super appreciated. Thanks!
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Yes, you will need to upgrade your recovery. Go to teamw.in and download the latest TWRP recovery (should be 2.8.*.*)
Idk which radio you are on. Make a backup in twrp and wipe and try flashing a KK ROM. It will tell you if you need to update your radio. There is a thread on XDA with the new radios that are flushable in recovery.
Edit: see this post for more info. forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=56553266&postcount=3
Thanks for the help. I'm going to check into flashing the new recovery and then the radio (latest T-Mobile one as that's the carrier this will be used on) and rom. Will ask if anything else comes to mind. Otherwise, here's to not soft-bricking the thing!
Just to pile on here real quick:
I have a rooted (CWM 5.something) stock GB (2.3.6), baseband T989UVLDH. It is my understanding that I need a later version of CWM to flash one of these images, i.e. the recovery has to be compatible with the rom, but I don't know to what degree. So, to clarify... In case something goes wrong, I wanted to back up the current system. Please comment on the following scenarios:
1. Back up my current system with the currently installed CWM, restore with the updated recovery. Will that work?
2. Back up current system right after flashing a new version of CWM (or TWRP) and booting into it. Will that work? Importantly, will the new recovery allow restoring an old system?
In addition to possible issues with radio, what about network settings, including data and wifi calling? Right now everything seems to be in automatic mode, will that work with a new ROM out of the box, or will I need to manually set it up?
Thanks.
I would flash stock 4.1
2 ROM using odin
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Than flash recovery and rom
md1008 said:
I would flash stock 4.1
2 ROM using odin
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Than flash recovery and rom
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I hear you say that either way the GB backup I'll make may actually be useless. is that the case? This is the only phone I've got right now.
I flashed the Hyperdrive RLS16 rom on my unlocked s3 att i747 but now i only have calling and no data service. I am using this phone on tmobiles service btw. Also i have provided pics from PHONE INFO hopefully that gives some more information on what the problem is and how i can fix it. Also i flashed the at&t file when you choose the carrier
Heres the link for the rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2176793
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I flashed the Hyperdrive RLS16 rom on my unlocked s3 att i747 but now i only have calling and no data service. I am using this phone on tmobiles service btw. Also i have provided pics from PHONE INFO hopefully that gives some more information on what the problem is and how i can fix it. Also i flashed the at&t file when you choose the carrier
Heres the link for the rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2176793
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That ROM appears to have a pretty old base and uses a stock kernel, and you're phone is on relatively recent kitkat bootloader and modem. You might be able to get everything working by flashing a custom kernel.
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jason2678 said:
That ROM appears to have a pretty old base and uses a stock kernel, and you're phone is on relatively recent kitkat bootloader and modem. You might be able to get everything working by flashing a custom kernel.
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Which one am i suppose to download ?
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Which one am i suppose to download ?
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This one is the most up to date. It's Perseus' unofficial version.
Make a backup of boot using your recovery before you flash the kernel. It will be very fast; probably a 10 - 20 MB backup. Then flash the new kernel. That way if you bootloop or it doesn't work out for some reason, you can boot back into recovery and restore that backup of boot to get back to your original kernel.
If that doesn't work, you can try some of the other touchwiz kernels, or just update to a more current ROM.
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Which one am i suppose to download ?
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Before you mess with kernels, have you made sure you're on the right APN for T-Mo? Just thought I'd ask since that ROM supports a wide range of carriers.
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yes apn settings are corect
i flashed persues kernel but now the phone boots up and shows a black screen
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i flashed persues kernel but now the phone boots up and shows a black screen
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You should be able to get back into recovery and restore the backup you made of boot to restore your original kernel, or just flash the ROM zip over again. Either way will get your ROM working again.
I suspect that old 4.1.2 jellybean ROM you're trying to run just doesn't have right ril libs/binaries to work right with the kitkat-gen modem on your phone. Did it let you edit APN's and show your IMEI in the ROM? Either of those not working is usually a sign the ROM just doesn't know how to work with the modem on the phone.
You'll probably have better luck if you switch to a newer touchwiz ROM based on the NE4 ROM that matches the firmware on your phone or an AOSP ROM.
will a rom like this one work ?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2725192
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will a rom like this one work ?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2725192
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You are on a 4.4 bootloader and modem. That ROM says you need a 4.4 bootloader and modem in big red letters right in the OP. I think it should work with the firmware on your phone. :good:
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Whatever you do, do not try to downgrade your bootloader and modem to work with older ROMs. Not sure if you've read this about this phone yet or not, so I'll put it out there. The 4.3 and 4.4 bootloaders and modems (MJB, NE4, NJ1, & NJ2) always need to be matched. Some people have reported hard bricks trying to flash a modem that doesn't match their bootloader, and those 4.3 and 4.4 bootloaders cannot be downgraded. The result of attempting to downgrade those bootloaders is always a hard brick.