Unlock + Recovery questions - T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989

Hey guys,
I scrolled through the dev section and couldn't find what I was looking for .....probably cause its so old...but i'm dating this chick and she has a SII thats all crappy. she's on 4.04. Can someone link me to unlock and install recovery? I use linux but if I need windows I guess I can borrow a laptop to do it.
thanks a ton guys,

andrewp3481 said:
Hey guys,
I scrolled through the dev section and couldn't find what I was looking for .....probably cause its so old...but i'm dating this chick and she has a SII thats all crappy. she's on 4.04. Can someone link me to unlock and install recovery? I use linux but if I need windows I guess I can borrow a laptop to do it.
thanks a ton guys,
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As long as its a T-Mobile t989 s2
go to http://techerratta.com/browse/twrp2/hercules
Download 2.6 tar file and use use Odin to install, and remember the phone is only as crappy as u let it become, u could always use kies to update to official 4.1.2
Sent from my SGH-T989 using xda premium

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So i ran across this article and really want to try the new apps but im not sure how to install them using odin and i don't really want to root my s3. The model im using is the is the (SGH-T999 T-MOBILE). It would be great if someone could help me out by letting me know how to install these without rooting.
here is the article: http://smartphones.wonderhowto.com/...-your-samsung-galaxy-s-iii-right-now-0140193/
jastep said:
So i ran across this article and really want to try the new apps but im not sure how to install them using odin and i don't really want to root my s3. The model im using is the is the (SGH-T999 T-MOBILE). It would be great if someone could help me out by letting me know how to install these without rooting.
here is the article: http://smartphones.wonderhowto.com/...-your-samsung-galaxy-s-iii-right-now-0140193/
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In short - no, there are libraries that need to be copied over with the apks. Also, you may get better responses in the actual t-mobile GS3 forum.
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[Q] How to Root T999UVLJ4?

I updated my phone to the new version. T999UVLJ4 and i cant find the root for it any where.
I just need the files for ODIN
Please Help
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azn4life007 said:
I updated my phone to the new version. T999UVLJ4 and i cant find the root for it any where.
I just need the files for ODIN
Please Help
Thanks a Lot
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Although it's really T999_UVDLJA [the latest]... you can find the files here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1949687
Not only was this Question put in General and not the Q&A section, it is a readily accessible answer just by doing a little searching.
Seeing as how this was your first post, I can tell that you probably skimmed the Rules when you registered. If that was the case, here they are again.
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[Q] Root question

Hey guys,
I am brand new to rooting Android devices and have a few questions.
1) Do I have to install a new Kernal to be rooted?
2) Can I root my Sprint Galaxy Note 2 regardless of when Sprint pushes updates? How does carrier updates effect my rooted device once it is rooted?
3) How do I backup my stock GN2 incase I do something wrong so I can go back to factory?
4) I see videos at Galaxynoteroot.com that seem good for the Sprint variant, as well as on here. Which is best to use, most videos on how to root the sprint version of the GN2 are from October or November of 2012.
5) Use a toolkit or not?
6) Can I root, keep touchwiz, use Go Launcher, and find a way to enable Multiview for all apps since its rooted?
Thanks guys, appreciate the help. I really would like to get a handle on the basics as this is my first attempt to root, and this phone is pricey! So I will wait for your help, any and all advice appreciated.
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[Q] how to root xperia S 4.1.2 with locked bl

hello,
I have updated my xperia s 4.0.4 to 4.1.2 (OTA) and want to root my phone. How can I do it??????
need help....
eddie13 said:
hello,
I have updated my xperia s 4.0.4 to 4.1.2 (OTA) and want to root my phone. How can I do it??????
need help....
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@eddie13
Well my first suggestion would NOT be to yell for help, in a question thread, that you posted in the general section.
We have a Q&A section just for QUESTIONS
You violated XDA rule #1
1. Search before posting.
Use one of our search functions before posting, whether you have a question or something new to share, it's very likely someone already asked that question or shared that news.
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I understand that your new. It's OK.
Please use either the XDA search or google to find you answers. If you add XDA to your google search you will get better results.
Please read through THE XDA RULES again. It will only help you.
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Removing ROM on MAC

Hi there,
I was wondering if I can restore my s3 back to original rom using my MAC computer. I have to send it back to my provider to fix so I need the original ROM back on but my house only has MACs. Any input will be appreciated. Also if you could provide me with the steps on how to restore it.. i tried looking but no success. Thanks
I came from sprint with their variant of the s2 I believe that you can use a program called heimdal I'm sure a Google search could help you find out more about it and how to use it
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Im only posting here because google was useless. Kept giving me the steps on how to do it on regular PC
Simple Google search.
http://www.androidrootz.com/2013/06/how-to-unroot-galaxy-s3-on-mac-osx.html
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the link provided was greta until I found out that i am running mac os 10.7.5 and it doesnt work. if anybody else has another walkthrough it will be greatly appreciated.. thanks
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can anybody help?
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can anybody help?
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You can also use mobile Odin by chainfire, free on xda or paid from the play store
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