I'm getting the Sprint variant of the Nexus S soon (yay!) and was wondering if there will be any differences in the root processes. I know they have a root method already up on Android Central, but I am on a Mac, and was wondering if I would be able to root the Nexus S 4G in the same way you can root a GSM Nexus S.
Additionally, I read that the 2.3.4 update for even the GSM Nexus S includes files for WiMAX and CDMA, so does this mean that 2.3.4 ROMs will work with the Nexus S 4G? Thanks!
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I can't tell you from personal experience because I don't have NS4g yet but I've read rooting method is the same as the gsm versions. Can't point you to a link but they said the one in the stockies in the dev section worked.
From my understanding yes all 2.3.4 roms should work but the radios are different. I read that the 2.3.4 kernels have the cdma wimax files that just need to be configured so that they work with the NS4g. Netarchy posted that he needed to reactivate these files to work on his latest kernel that he was gonna be releasing soon. Hope this helps a bit
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This might be a stupid question but here it goes..
For the i9020a nexus S model are all GSM roms compatible with it? What I mean is most of the roms that I see are built for the GT-I9020T. Is there anything I need to be cautious when flashing a rom? Or is the custom kernels or radios the ones I need to worry about? Also what Rom and kernel do you guys recommend for the i9020a version.
Thanks
As far as I know the technology in the i9020T and i9020A is absolutely identical - almost. The only difference is the 3G band on which the radio chip in the phones operates. For the i9020T it's 900/1700/2100, for the i9020A it's 850/1900/2100. The firmware is identical in the two phones (and in the i9023 LCD screen model sold overseas, for that matter.) The Nexus S that's different is the 4G model on Sprint - for that one you need a different ROM.
Before you go experimenting with ROMs be sure you have the Android SDK installed and drivers sorted out for your phone. From what I read here 90% of problems with flashing ROMs, recoveries and kernels amount to Windows driver issues. For me using Linux it was a no brainer to unlock, replace recovery and root my phone (an i9020T) and get my first ROM installed - CyanogenMod. The instructions in the i9020A/i9023 thread here on xda-developers are pretty clear http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1007782.
As it happens CyanogenMod didn't prove very stable for me, and the ROM I've settled on for now is Jonathon Grigg's Infin1ty http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1029118. Your mileage will probably vary. Look at the ROM summary thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1067813 and don't be afraid to experiment. I tried several other ROMs before I settled on Infin1ty.
I've been trying out most of the Nexus S roms with my I9020a for the past couple of weeks and I haven't run into any issues yet. From my experience, so far, any GSM Nexus S rom will work with the I9020a.
Generally, unless you really mess up flashing a radio or accidentally flash a Nexus S 4G ROM, it is almost impossible to brick a Nexus S (similar to the Nexus One, my previous phone). As long as you have one solid stable backup, you should feel free to play around with the various ROMs available. Worst case you can always restore your backup.
Enjoy!
Thanks for the advise guys one last thing is there a particular recovery clockwork I should be using for the i9020a?
Just follow the advice in the post I linked to above. Follow their instructions exactly the first time. Once you get familiar with things you can try recoveries other than the one they recommend. Keep it simple the first time though.
hello, am new to site and rooting....currently rooted with synergy supersonic rom, i am wondering if anyone can help me with trying to get my 4g working with this rom(or is it possible)....
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I would also like to know this I think my rom is also giving me trouble
To find information regarding your problem you must post more info like what phone you have.. What rom you are running.. Also google the roms name look on the threads of that rom sometime the devs don't add wifi because they haven't figured out how to implement it with the build
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htc evo 4g, latest supersonic rom from synergy
Its best to go into the Evo subforum, Q&A for questions like this.
4G/WIMAX/LTE/HSPA+ are not affected by root at all, so don't worry about it. Providers don't block data for phones with root, it checks the IMEI to check that the device is on the Carrier list, and your plan needs data included.
Ace42 said:
4G/WIMAX/LTE/HSPA+ are not affected by root at all, so don't worry about it. Providers don't block data for phones with root, it checks the IMEI to check that the device is on the Carrier list, and your plan needs data included.
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That's not exactly true.
Early root methods for the Evo and photon caused a loss of the rsa key.
He's having an issue that's specific to his rom/kernel and its best that he either ask in the rom/kernel thread or in Evo subforum Q&A
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That's not exactly true.
Early root methods for the Evo and photon caused a loss of the rsa key.
He's having an issue that's specific to his rom/kernel and its best that he either ask in the rom/kernel thread or in Evo subforum Q&A
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Then I guess it's different for people with cdma phones, no such issue is heard of on rooted gsm devices.
Im guessing 1. Bad download. Or 2. Bad communication between rom and radio. You wipe everything correctly?
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Hi All,
I have just purchased the Samsung Infuse 4G as my new secondary device after my SGSII and I am wondering what the substantial differences are between the Rogers and the ATT version of this device, keeping in mind that I am in Canada and am on Rogers?
What ROMS CAN and CANT I flash? What Kernels CAN and CANT I flash?, etc, etc, etc...
Please advise as I used to have the Galaxy S I9000M (Canadian version of the International version) and I was able to flash International ROMS, etc... Can this be done on the Infuse 4G without losing my proper service bands, etc?
Thanks for the replies...
Galaxy S lable, Gingerbread that i know of.
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Galaxy S lable, Gingerbread that i know of.
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Im sorry but I dont understand wht you are trying to tell me. What is "Galaxy S lable" and what do you mean "Gingerbread that I know of"? If you mean that the ROGERS version already comes preloaded with Gingerbread 2.3.3 and NOT with Froyo 2.2.1 then that I already know.
Please advise...
Well the Canadian Infuse is a Galaxy S device and are is not even though it is the same device. So this just proves that Galaxy S is just a label.
and the android version. those seems to be just the major differences.
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Well the Canadian Infuse is a Galaxy S device and are is not even though it is the same device. So this just proves that Galaxy S is just a label.
and the android version. those seems to be just the major differences.
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Thank You again for your reply Optimus but what I am really wondering is if I am able to flash "ATT based" custom ROMS, etc after I root and install CWM. I know the rooting proceedure for the ROGERS version of the Infuse 4G is different but is the actual "firmware"? Will I mess up the device by flashing it with ROMS created from ATT firmware, etc?
Does anyone know?
i dont think it would matter since we are running your roms on your phones. Gingerbread. but i mean you can always ultimate unbrick if something goes wrong. so its worth a try. and just a hint. att roms are froyo based
From what I can tell you,
We have Gingerbread 2.3.3 we do not have HDMI output. (Not a big deal for me).
Our video recording is a bit messed up (Recording at 15fps) but there is a fix now. Other than that there's not a huge difference.
Differences:
1) Cosmetics (that's what the other guy meant by "Galaxy S label") - no differences internally hardware-wise
2) Gingerbread bootloaders
Basically 2) means you can't flash old Froyo-based ROMs because no one bothered to make them compatible with the GB bootloaders - we focused on going the other way around. Our Gingerbread kernels are capable of working with Froyo or Gingerbread bootloaders.
Any ROM you might want to flash is based on your stock firmware currently, since official AT&T Gingerbread isn't out yet. Samfirmware claims it's officially out on Kies, but Kies refuses to connect to our phones so I call BS.
Good Evening. I am using a Sprint branded Samsung Nexus S SPH-D720 on the Boost Mobile Network and have the 2.3.7 version of Android currently installed. I am new to these forums, and am looking to upgrade the current Operating System on the phone to the new Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0.? version. Which is the best, newest, WORKING version that I should upgrade to as of today? Remember I am new, and NOT familiar with the flashing process on cellphones. Is there a guide I can use to help walk me through the process, and to backup the current version in case I make a mistake somewhere along the way - so that I can restore it? Someone please help. Thank you VERY MUCH!!!!
- NOOBJEFF
First of all you should consider if you want to unlock and root you phone. For most Roms you need to unlock the phone (which can be undone later) and the roms come with root access (which, under some circumstances can void your warranty).
Maybe you could just use the official ICS update, with that you don't really need to bother with flashing etc. if you don't want to.
Otherwise, you'll find lots of different roms in here (mainly in the android development forum) and also lots of guides how to do certain things.
Just look around, I'm sure you'll find most of the guides / answers you are looking for. If not, you sure are welcome to ask
just don't forget that you have to set your APN back to boost whenever you flash a ROM for your mms to work.
If you need help with flashing, send me a PM and I'll do what I can to help
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Hi all in this thread,
I have a nexus s 4g runninn 4.04 and Im wondering how did you get on the boost network? Please tell me or link me to any threads.
I ordered a 4g modem online for my verizon xoom and want to begin the upgarding process but I am looking for maybe a set of directions all in one place. I have been able to find bits and pieces all over but I was hoping someone knew of something I could follow on xda or somewhere else....Thank you
Ok so I got the actual 4g modem installed and that wasnt to hard but what software do I need to install. I am guessing I will need to root and install a ROM and kernel or baseband that supports 4g...am i correct? And where can I find those things?
Im so confused because my build number says IMM76L and when I look online it is an update that states 4g so does that mean my xoom should work on 4g after the modem is installed? any ideas?