Basic Help for Galaxy S Vibrant - General Questions and Answers

Hey Guys,
This might be a very idiotic question but I am trying to consolidate all the information in regards to Galaxy S Vibrant.
1. We know there is a way to root the phone. Once rooted will it add any value? Also what will happen if you try to install a potential update from Samsung via Kies? Will it unroot the phone once again?
2. Coming from Nexus One and G1, is there a recovery image like Armour_RA available for Galaxy Vibrant? If so a link on "How To" will be greatly appreciated.
3. Where are the custom ROMs for Galaxy Vibrant? Again I am used to getting a ROM from Cyanogen that "just works" after flashing. It seems there is a lot more to it for newbies than simply flashing. Is there a custom ROM based on ASOP 2.2 available for Galaxy Vibrant?
If there is once again a link to "How to" will be greatly appreciated.
4. Is there a way to remove Samsung provided apps such as Social Hub, Layer, Kobo etc from the device?
I am trying to go with a streamlined version as close to ASOP.
Your help will be greatly appreciated!

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[Q] Samdung Galaxy S (and my options)

Hello, I am in need of a little help. I am a complete noob to android and have no idea really how the system works. I have a Samsung Galaxy S and have decided to root my phone for 2 reasons.. ap2sd and so I can install the lag fix. I have done a bit of reading and chosen the path I wish to take but would like some assurance and pointers. I am also unsure of: If I root my phone does this automatically mean that with a properly partitioned sd card that I can store apps 2 sd or do I still need to flash the handset with a new ROM and if so there I am stuck... I do not know where to begin with searching for the best ROM for me. Also I would like to know if after i've done this will the handset still be able to receive the official updates or will I just need to keep updating it myself!
Here is the rundown as far as i have got so far...
Samsung Galaxy S I9000/XXJF3 Updated!
All the programs for XP i need are downloaded (eg.net3.5/4, samsung drivers)
The root method I thought was best for me was that of TGA_Gunman
The lag fix I had chosen is by Chainfire
I have still to back up the original ROM with ClockWorkMod (Is this easy to do and if I need to use it will it bring me completely back to my original settings for warranty purposes, or is there other things I would need to do?)
Also could someone provide me with a link to the best noob proof SD partitioning method!!
Is there anything I'm missing here, or anything that could be done a better way!! Any and all pointers will be much appreciated....
P.s. I would be wanting to update to the official froyo update when it's available will this cause me problems and if so what must I do!
Thanks in advance
ANDROID NOOB
I don't know much about the galaxy s, but you might be better off asking this in the Galaxy S forum.
wdfowty said:
I don't know much about the galaxy s, but you might be better off asking this in the Galaxy S forum.
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Yeah I read the rules to the forum and it does say that this is the best place to get questions answered... obviously not!!!!.... Thanks for the pointer I will copy and paste it there and see what happens!!

[Q] Some questions about rooting

Hi Guys,
I just got my first android phone! I was looking around and saw some stuff about rooting. I just had some questions about it, so I would be very thankful if someone could answer them.
Q1) To install apps in my SD card, do I need to get Apps2SD for Android 2.1 and do I need to root it too?
Q2) Will there be Android 2.2(Froyo) available for Samsung Galaxy 550? Do I need Apps2SD for Froyo?
Q3) Does rooting allow me to use paid apps for free just like jailbreaking iPhones?
Q4) Let's say I bricked my phone while rooting it, is it fixable?
Q5) What do custom ROMs do? What advantages do i get if I use custom ROMs?
Thanks in advance! I am really new to this stuff.
~ DashBlacK

[Q] Samsung Galaxy S SCH-I500 ROM

I have the CSpire Samsung Galaxy S Showcase SCH-I500 with 2.3.5 stock Gingerbread. I was wondering if there is a stable custom rom for this phone and how to go about putting it on my showcase. I have experience with lots of android phones but this particular phone/carrier is qwerky in how you go about the method to change the rom/root.
Mainly, looking for the best ROM that won't alter the phone's stock abilities and step-by-step method on how to flash it. I'd rather not brick my phone.
P.S. Haven't seen any posts about this on any forums but sorry in advance if there is a previous post on this.
Bump for more info.
Bump for more info pls. I have stock ROM rooted but I can't seem to find a custom ROM for the SGS i500.
I would like to know as well.
I would like to know as well.
I found alot of good info on the CSpire Galaxy S on Rootzwiki in the Mesmerize / Fascinate / Showcase forum. My CSpire Galaxy S has 2.3.5 GB firmware and a build numder of SCH-I500.EI20. From what I have read this is the same as the Showcase. I had my phone rooted pretty easily but Rootzwiki helped alot with putting a custom kernel on it. Once thats done custom roms are pretty easy to find. Just look for stuff for EI20 Showcase phones. Hope this info helps someone.

[Q] Odin, coustum kernel, and what nots...

Hey, im trying to read up on rooting, and i got some questions. Not sure if this is being posted in the right parts of the forum, so i put it in general
My questions are as follows.
Do i need a coustum kernel to root? if not, should i get one anyways? any good ones?
What does odin does?
And what is "superuser"?
the phone is a samsung galaxy s2 GT-I9100, anyone have an xp with rooting that device?
In advance, Thanks
The-newb said:
Hey, im trying to read up on rooting, and i got some questions. Not sure if this is being posted in the right parts of the forum, so i put it in general
My questions are as follows.
Do i need a coustum kernel to root? if not, should i get one anyways? any good ones?
What does odin does?
And what is "superuser"?
the phone is a samsung galaxy s2 GT-I9100, anyone have an xp with rooting that device?
In advance, Thanks
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First, no you do not need a custom kernel to root, however using a custom kernel can provide benefits such as better performance/battery life and added features like superior audio controls etc. A notable kernel for the Galaxy series is the "Siyah Kernel" but it's up to you, personaly I choose not to after issues in past like higher temps
Odin is the tool used to flash software to your device, this is used to flash custom recoveries, kernels and the stock firmware
Superuser is the app used to control permissions to each individual app on your rooted phone, this prevents apps gaining root that you would prefer not to.
Finally, I have rooted an S2 back when I started out with devices. It's fairly painless and has many benefits but I prefer custom ROMs as well as rooting
Hope I could help, however these answers were available elsewhere after looking for a while which is suggested before posting to avoid duplicates when possible

[Completed] [Q] Putting stock T-Mobile ROM on i317.

Wondering if anyone can direct me, I need instructions (and download links), I have an old Galaxy Note 2 (i317) on stock (but rooted) 4.4.2. I'm giving it to my mother who is on T-Mobile and I'd like to switch the ROM over to a stock T-Mobile one. I've tried searching the forums and my results have been mediocre. I've put on custom ROMS before, installed CWM, stuff like that, but it's been a while and I'm a little rusty so guided instructions would be great. Any guidance to the right threads (I'm sure they exist) would be really appreciated.
bigpoppapaul said:
Wondering if anyone can direct me, I need instructions (and download links), I have an old Galaxy Note 2 (i317) on stock (but rooted) 4.4.2. I'm giving it to my mother who is on T-Mobile and I'd like to switch the ROM over to a stock T-Mobile one. I've tried searching the forums and my results have been mediocre. I've put on custom ROMS before, installed CWM, stuff like that, but it's been a while and I'm a little rusty so guided instructions would be great. Any guidance to the right threads (I'm sure they exist) would be really appreciated.
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You want to flash a T-Mobile ROM on your AT&T Notes 2 ... ?!
Please check the [REF] Your One-Stop Shop for the Note II (Kernels, Roms, Guides, Modems, Etc.) thread.
There you will find (nearly) all available ROMS for your device.
If you have further questions about your device, please ask in the AT&T Galaxy Note II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting forum.
Thank you very much, just what I was looking for.
bigpoppapaul said:
Thank you very much, just what I was looking for.
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You are welcome.
Thread closed and thank you for letting me know.

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