I took a look around the forums and couldn't find what I was searching for, so if a thread like this exists please point me in the right direction. Basically what I want to know is if I can switch my Rogers S3 to a Telus S3 software wise.The phone is already unlocked but getting the notifications constantly about Rogers software is beginning to irritate me
goldenarms said:
I took a look around the forums and couldn't find what I was searching for, so if a thread like this exists please point me in the right direction. Basically what I want to know is if I can switch my Rogers S3 to a Telus S3 software wise.The phone is already unlocked but getting the notifications constantly about Rogers software is beginning to irritate me
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- Rogers/Telus/Bell all use the same S3 i747m and either brand rom can be installed to either S3.
- each Carrier packs in their own bloatware/software. I have heard that perhaps Bell has the least.
- Most bloatware can be disabled with Titanium Backup Pro app but you likely need to root your installation first. Better read up on that before you try anything. There are PITFALLS if done incorrectly.
- TIP: you started a thread for topic matter that has lots of answers in this huge Forum...and actually you asked a QUESTION in the GENERAL section not the QUESTIONS section.
- good luck an dhappy searching
just root it, install a new rom and tadaa its gone. or you could root it and search here for a de-bloating software to remove unneeded apps
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[SIZE=+1]This a short list of frequently asked questions in this device forum and the answers often given as a response. It should serve as a starting point for gathering knowledge and finding solutions to many common problems. Please only post in this thread with feedback on how to improve this document. Do not post "Thank you" type responses. If you have additional questions or require more help, try to find an existing thread or create your own. Do not use this as a general help thread.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]Q1: How do I ask a question, so I'm not called a noob?[/SIZE]While you may see many questions asked in the Development section, PLEASE be aware this is not the place for questions.
Remember to use the search found at the top of the forum. There is also a search within each section. Example click on Q&A HERE. In the upper right you will now see two search's. At the top it says Search All Forums and a little further down you will see Search This Forum. Enter your search criteria in the Search This Forum to get info from this section. The search at the top will look through the entire forum.
Please read as much as you can prior to doing anything with your device.
Make sure your question has not been answered in the OP (Opening Post) of each section of Development
Search Q&A for threads that may have been started for a particular rom
[SIZE=+1]Q2: How do I install a stock update (I'm on a non-rooted phone)?[/SIZE]This link click here will explain the full procedure
[SIZE=+1]Q3: Where do I find Keis and what is it for?[/SIZE]Kies can be found click here. Kies is used to manage the content on Samsung mobile devices. It is used to move information between your PC/Mac to you phone and vice versa
[SIZE=+1]Q4: What does Root/Rooting mean?[/SIZE]Put simply, Rooting your device allows you, and/or rooted apps, to access parts of the Linux based Android software that is your OS, and that you would otherwise not be able to access. These tasks can be as simple and beneficial as backing up your system setting, or as complicated as installing custom ROMs, Kernels, etc.
[SIZE=+1]Q5: What is ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and what is it for?[/SIZE]Please read HERE. There is much to learn, please view everything in the threads OP
[SIZE=+1]Q6: What is the purpose of rooting my Samsung Galaxy Note II?[/SIZE]Please bear in mind, rooting can be dangerous and if done wrong "brick" your phone.
Rooting the phone is a decision made by individuals looking to improve upon the Android OS. There are many benifits, however it is done to customize the phone to it's full potential
[SIZE=+1]Q7: How to I enter Download Mode and Recovery?[/SIZE]1) Make sure your phone is unplugged and powered off.
2) To enter Download Mode: Hold Volume down, home, and power until you see the android.
3) To enter Recovery: Hold Volume up, home, and power for about 5 seconds then release all buttons. You may need to try this a few times.
[SIZE=+1]Q8: What is a "logcat" and how do I create one?[/SIZE]For setting up ADB see What is ADB (above) logcat allows us to log what the OS is doing, and possibly offer information if things are not working. its quite simple to create but may be difficult for most to understand. This is a tool a Developer may ask for in detecting issues your device may be encountering.
To use logcat
Code:
adb shell
logcat
To logcat to a certain file do
Code:
adb shell
logcat -d > /sdcard/whatevertexfileyoulike.txt
For a full explanation follow the link in What is ADB
[SIZE=+1]Q9: Is there an app that will help me create a logcat from my phone?[/SIZE]Yes, however it does have its limitations. If you're stuck in a "bootloop", the app will not work, you will need to use ADB for this. If you're data is not connecting on a certain Rom, (or something similar) within the already booted OS, an app can be rather handy and and more user friendly, for those who don't understand ADB. Apps for logcat can be found in the marketplace
[SIZE=+1]Q10: What does odexed and de-odexed mean and what is the difference between the two?[/SIZE]Please read HERE
[SIZE=+1]Q11: What is CWM Recovery (ClockWorkMod Recovery) and TWRP (TeamWin Recovery Project)?[/SIZE]They are recovery program's that allows you to backup / restore a full or partial system backup of your device. They also allow you to install flashable .zip files; which is one of the primary installation methods for custom ROMs. They also provides other features such as cache and delvik wiping, battery reset, and other processes. If you are thinking about flashing custom ROMs or just want a really good backup program, it's strongly advised that you to install one of these.
[SIZE=+1]Q12: What is the 'Flash Counter'?[/SIZE]Your phone's "Flash Counter" is triggered when it detects custom firmwares. This is Samsung's way of knowing that your device has been modified. Please read HERE to understand what this does and how to fix it.
[SIZE=+1]Q13: What is a ROM?[/SIZE]A rom is like a custom firmware image that is made by a Developer either entirely from scratch, or based off of the official firmware package. Some ROMs contain simple changes like changing icons and adding extra options to things, other more complicated ROMs can change the entire Android experience. Which one you will want to flash, will be entirely up to you. Read carefully, and make sure you understand what you are getting into before you flash.
[SIZE=+1]Q14: What is a Kernel?[/SIZE]A kernel is the heart of the device's OS. In simplest terms it’s a connection between your apps and your device’s hardware; i.e. the processor, RAM, etc. A custom kernel can dramatically change the way your device’s hardware performs… for the better and/or the worse]
[SIZE=+1]Q15: What is a Bootloader?[/SIZE]The bootloader is a program code that is executed before the device OS starts up, and that instructs that device to boot “normally”. The bootloader can come locked or unlocked from the manufacture. A unlocked bootloader will allow you to install custom ROMs & Kernels (as well as some other neat things) on your device.
[SIZE=+1]Q16: What is the best rom for my phone?[/SIZE]While you can ask this as many times as you wish, the only answer is: the one that works best for you! A rule of thumb is to visit a several rom thread's and view what is happening within these rom's. Eventually viewing a few roms will cause the urge to try one that looks good to you.
[SIZE=+1]Q17: What is the MD5, and what does it do?[/SIZE]It ensures that file's are downloaded correct and complete, in order to avoid issues when installing/using it.
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Nice list! This is bound to really reduce clutter in Q&A. Just one thing, you might want to add the differences between TW/ASOP i get that question all the time.
Edit: Also the whole i317/i317m thing
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Nice list! This is bound to really reduce clutter in Q&A. Just one thing, you might want to add the differences between TW/ASOP i get that question all the time.
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Thanks for the tip. I will add this over the next few days.
Thanks !!:thumbup:
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Just use caution with links that are taking people to threads for other devices. For example the what is a flash counter answer takes you to the gs3 thread.
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Hey Tony, I've been searching for information on Apps2SD for this phone and while I will find it (the information) on my own, I think a mini compendium of sorts would make sense in the FAQ section. Unless of course this is a "Google removed the function, end of story," situation.
abowlby said:
Hey Tony, I've been searching for information on Apps2SD for this phone and while I will find it (the information) on my own, I think a mini compendium of sorts would make sense in the FAQ section. Unless of course this is a "Google removed the function, end of story," situation.
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To an extent I agree, however that would be better suited in a Q&A then a FAQ.
May I suggest adding "what is a modem"
And then laying out the whole dif(or lack there of) between basband/modem/radio. Also in the kies faq I would like to suggest mentioning the kies EFR. Its a very effective and usefull tool.
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freakboy13 said:
May I suggest adding "what is a modem"
And then laying out the whole dif(or lack there of) between basband/modem/radio. Also in the kies faq I would like to suggest mentioning the kies EFR(see my sig ).
Its a very effective and usefull tool.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 2 1317 Network Issue.
Hello friends.. I am new to this forum. My Name is sam and i need help so please help me.
I got an at&t Galaxy note 2 1317 on 4.1.2 firmware. i was trying to unlock it with *#197328640# was not able to do it.
was looking online and some one posted if i downgrade it to 4.1.1 then i would be able to unlock it.
and i did that exactly as it was told. got it kind of unlock for tmobile. but there is always a network problem i am not getting tmobile network everywhere, i did my research for it and people say its modem and i need to flash the rom with tmobile one. but i didnt find any good forum for that. Please help me out.. coz my network default setup shows tmobile, att and 311660 but it never get register on it. only in few place like highways i get good connection otherwise its not register to a network message with a o with a diagonal on the signal bar. please help me out. i got a sim unlock code for it to no help. help me out please.
when i choose the file on recovery mode
it says
signature verification failed
how can i do this
Greetings everyone. I have a question. I did a search of the forum and was unable to find an answer, or at least I didn't use specific enough terms.
I see there are a few Kit Kat roms going around but I haven't seen a rooted stock Kit Kat rom. Is there one available?
Note 2 - Model GT-N7105.
ERGENT
Im hoping someone can answer this Question for me as soon as possible, i just purchased a used AT&T Galaxy Note 2, and already Rooted it but i am scared to add recovery to then flash a custom ROM cause i cant find out any where if the BOOTLOADER is locked, can someone PLEASE let me know if the Bootloader is locked or is it unlocked, thanks in advance.
P.S= and if it is locked can you please guide me where to go to unlock it, cause i HONESTLY searched every where and havent found anything, everything that i did find on locked bootloader for Galaxy Note 2 came up on the Verizon version.. Thanks again.. Bless.
DelphinusMinor said:
Greetings everyone. I have a question. I did a search of the forum and was unable to find an answer, or at least I didn't use specific enough terms.
I see there are a few Kit Kat roms going around but I haven't seen a rooted stock Kit Kat rom. Is there one available?
Note 2 - Model GT-N7105.
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[email protected] said:
Im hoping someone can answer this Question for me as soon as possible, i just purchased a used AT&T Galaxy Note 2, and already Rooted it but i am scared to add recovery to then flash a custom ROM cause i cant find out any where if the BOOTLOADER is locked, can someone PLEASE let me know if the Bootloader is locked or is it unlocked, thanks in advance.
P.S= and if it is locked can you please guide me where to go to unlock it, cause i HONESTLY searched every where and havent found anything, everything that i did find on locked bootloader for Galaxy Note 2 came up on the Verizon version.. Thanks again.. Bless.
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You won't lose your unlock. SO yer safe to flash a recovery and them a custom rom. =-}
Oops, just put my glasses on and read your post again. You will also need to unlock it. It's not hard.
thanks for the info
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1980644
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That's the thread I used to root my Note 2
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[email protected] said:
Im hoping someone can answer this Question for me as soon as possible, i just purchased a used AT&T Galaxy Note 2, and already Rooted it but i am scared to add recovery to then flash a custom ROM cause i cant find out any where if the BOOTLOADER is locked, can someone PLEASE let me know if the Bootloader is locked or is it unlocked, thanks in advance.
P.S= and if it is locked can you please guide me where to go to unlock it, cause i HONESTLY searched every where and havent found anything, everything that i did find on locked bootloader for Galaxy Note 2 came up on the Verizon version.. Thanks again.. Bless.
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When you carrier unlock a device it remains unlocked no matter how many roms or recoveries you flash. My note 2 is unlocked and works just fine.
The bootloader is not locked. Flash a recovery using Odin. Twrp is great.
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Another one you can use once you're rooted is ROM Manager from Play Store and flash CWM (ClockWorkMod) that's what I've been using.
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Thanks guys...this info helped me as well.
Hi everyone. I'd like to root + unlock my phone for free, hence why I'm here.
Now I appreciate all the work everyone has done first of all but the documentation is a bit lacking here. I've found countless threads telling me how to unlock the Samsung Galaxy S2 LTE on Rogers in Canada. Model SGH-I727R aka skyrocket? Android version 4.1.2. Kernel version I don't know it's not even close to what people are saying it should look like. Some flibertygibbit number that I can type out if needed.
But every time I read a thread, some file is missing or the link is broken or it asks for a different version of android or it asks me to find the kernel version and tells me it should look like XXYY but it looks more like JHAGUFGU.
Can anyone please direct me to a WORKING and RECENT thread that doesn't have broken links and will actually work on my phone and version. Or tell me how to root it properly with the files necessary.
I swear I used search :S
and google. Everything is from 2011 or 2.3.5/6
hetoldmetoburnthings said:
Hi everyone. I'd like to root + unlock my phone for free, hence why I'm here.
Now I appreciate all the work everyone has done first of all but the documentation is a bit lacking here. I've found countless threads telling me how to unlock the Samsung Galaxy S2 LTE on Rogers in Canada. Model SGH-I727R aka skyrocket? Android version 4.1.2. Kernel version I don't know it's not even close to what people are saying it should look like. Some flibertygibbit number that I can type out if needed.
But every time I read a thread, some file is missing or the link is broken or it asks for a different version of android or it asks me to find the kernel version and tells me it should look like XXYY but it looks more like JHAGUFGU.
Can anyone please direct me to a WORKING and RECENT thread that doesn't have broken links and will actually work on my phone and version. Or tell me how to root it properly with the files necessary.
I swear I used search :S
and google. Everything is from 2011 or 2.3.5/6
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by some miracle i rooted it with odin, clockwork mod recovery, superuser. However now I'm stuck as to how to unlock it. I've tried some of the free apps but one gives me an error with step 1 (galaxy s unlock) and wont go to step 2 to unlock it. busybox installed, all working but the app wont go past step 1!! any advice?
Hi!
I am quite new to the Android world. I just got a LG LU6200 LTE, the Korean one. It is running 2.3.5!
There are a lot of issues with the messaging and the Korean Carriers bloatware.
I stumbled on this site http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2453565 and am planning to flash this ROM.
I need your help regarding the following things:
1. Are there any firmware updates that I need to do prior to the installation process? I haven't made any updates. The software is exactly the same as it came out of the box.
2. Rooting: I am on stock 2.3.5 I read somewhere that I need to upgrade to ICS Engineer Version(?) and then try rooting? How do I go about it?
3. Clockwork Mod Recovery : I think after the rooting part, I can do this, even then, can I just install the latest version of CWM, from their XDA thread, or do I need to use some other older version?
4. What are the best ROMs in terms of stability for this particular phone? I am not a power user and I just want the phone to work. A good battery life would be a plus though. Also, I read somewhere that there are issues with message character limits, hope I can avoid that with a good ROM.
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I am sorry if this post seems redundant, but the ones I read were more than a 15 months old and I fear the information given in that would be outdated.
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Also, I will update the post with all the relevant information I receive for this process, to help others in the same endeavour.
Thank you for your time!
Hello,
maybe one of you can help out with an actual tutorial/step by step and avialable and actual download links ?
i have here an Samsung Galaxy S3 i9300 of an Friend and he want to use it with his german SIM Card. The device itsels is from and locked with
DRE Three (3 Hutchison) SIM network lock from Austria.
Android 4.1.2 ( Flashed back to it from Lineageos 14.1 )
TWRP (also back to stock for 4.1.2)
And this guys from Three want 50€ for an Unlock for a Smartphone that is so old and no longer in a contract. Thats rediculous.
So when i understand it corretly if the old method doesnt work because there is no entry
Service MENU: *#197328640# or with other like Lineageos *#*#197328640#*#*
MENU NOT EXIST
Current Command is 186
A simple way is to flash a new Modem ?!
Or change/flash a nv_data.bin ?!
The Problem with your website here is that the informatiosn are spread around everywhere and when you have found a good thread than the Downloads got removed like here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/general/17-02-2013-samsung-network-sim-unlock-t1731931
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/general/leaked-firmware-i9300xxugmk6-android-4-t1835931
Why isnt the OLDER version of the Unlocker available ?
Why got the firmware Downloads removed and not replaced ???
Why no Info ? Links ? Why everything so complicated ?
Also for other models not only this old one.
TheSupport said:
Hello,
maybe one of you can help out with an actual tutorial/step by step and avialable and actual download links ?..........
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I don't have this variant myself and it looks like your inquiring about "SIM Unlocking" the device.
The following thread should still be good for what you're looking to do that's specific to your device and variants. Don't be afraid to ask for some member guidance within it too.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
If necessary (and you don't receive any responses from the above thread) you can always try to obtain some member guidance within the following Q&A thread that's specific to your device and variants as well.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2690307
EDIT: I had just noticed the following thread and wanted to bring it to your attention as well since it also seems (not completely sure) to be regarding your topic as well.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3551696
Good Luck!
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