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[Q] Serious Problem

Hello Guys,
Excuse me I'm new here in the XDA forum, and I don't really know how to proceed.
Also excuse my english which is really bad and beginner
I have a Rogers - Samsung SGH -i896 which I've updated to froyo 2.2 with the AT&T firmware. the phone now appears as an AT&T i897 phone and at the rogers support they refused to help me correct it, and I have loads of problems including the impossibility to connect with Kies and back up contacts and all
I noticed that there was a 2.2 official stock and couldn't update it through the given firmware
anyone can help me through it?
thanks in advance
I wish to save my apps and my contacts in the phone also

Give this a try http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905042
See if that works for you. Are you using Kies or Kie's Mini??

Vibrant 4G Gingerbread update query

I accidentally posted this query in the standard Vibrant forum and they re-directed me here. So here's my initial query:
So I finally found out that the Galaxy Vibrant 4G (SGH-T959V) from T-Mobile now has an official update for Gingerbread. So since my mobile has been on Bionix Frost Custom ROM for long enough, I think I'll just update the phone. I'm aware that I'll loose the "root" feature, but my query is will I loose my network unlock? Also, will the contacts on the phone memory be wiped off too?
This is the first time I'm updating the phone. Since it was rooted before, should I bear some precaution before updating or is there a specific manner in which I should update?
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I was planning on updating it via Kies. Kindly let me know if there is anything I need to keep in mind before proceeding with the update. I'm planning to update as per the method listed on T-Mobile website. Unfortunately, since I'm new to this forum, I can't seem to post it's direct link.

lordofthething said:
I accidentally posted this query in the standard Vibrant forum and they re-directed me here. So here's my initial query:
I was planning on updating it via Kies. Kindly let me know if there is anything I need to keep in mind before proceeding with the update. I'm planning to update as per the method listed on T-Mobile website. Unfortunately, since I'm new to this forum, I can't seem to post it's direct link.
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I don't recall losing anything when I updated with Kies. However, I would suggest making a backup of your data just in case. I sync my contacts with T-Mobile so even after I flash something that wipes the phone, the contacts sync back on their own.
I'm not sure if you can go from Bionix to KJ6 (2.3.6) using Kies Mini. Keis is picky about what ROM you're on with regard to updating. If it tells you that your phone's not registered, I'd suggest using ODIN to flash RaverX3X's ROM-ODIN-2.3.6-Gingerbread Offical. It's 100% based on the Kies Mini download but repackaged for ODIN for those having issues with Kies.

Thanks for the prompt reply Steve. Let's assume Kies DOES pick up my phone and confirms the Gingerbread update for it? Should I go ahead with it?

I don't see why not. You have nothing to lose by trying out the official kj6
Sent from my GT-P7510 using xda premium

I'm with Jager. Wifi signal strength is a little decreased, some people have had issues sending large text messages, but the phone is much more responsive.

Absolutely! My current ROM seems to be really buggy in places, thus depicting a rather poor picture of Android. So I was planning to try the stock ROM to see if it helped. So just to confirm, I won't loose my network unlock, correct?

lordofthething said:
Absolutely! My current ROM seems to be really buggy in places, thus depicting a rather poor picture of Android. So I was planning to try the stock ROM to see if it helped. So just to confirm, I won't loose my network unlock, correct?
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I don't know about network unlock as I've not done that. However, this shouldn't mess with the /efs mount or it's contents, which is where I think the unlocks occur.
Someone else feel free to chime in on this one as I'm not sure.

You shouldn't lose your network unlock since that partition doesn't get touched by any updates.
I say you go for the upgrade but since you're already on a custom ROM, why not just use a custom KJ6 rom instead of the Kies version, you'll like it a lot more.
If you do wind up wanting a custom ROM, I recommend you click on the SGS4G Starter Pack link in my signature. Good guide.
Happy flashing!

That's what I thought but I wasn't sure. Thanks for clarifying FB!

Cheers folks! I'll first flash to the stock ROM and if I feel the need to enhance it, I'll definitely move onto one of the custom ROM's. Thank you for all your help, much appreciated.

lordofthething said:
Cheers folks! I'll first flash to the stock ROM and if I feel the need to enhance it, I'll definitely move onto one of the custom ROM's. Thank you for all your help, much appreciated.
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No worries. Best of luck & Happy New Year!

Help please? :)

Hi,
I have a Samsung Galaxy SII LTE HD, and I know this is going to sound fairly of noob-ish, but I'm new to Android.
I have two questions.
1. I'm with Bell Mobility and the release date for ICS was supposed to be this month, and I've been plugging and unplugging my phone into the computer like a madwoman, and Kies is still saying that my 2.3.6. is the latest firmware. Am I having a problem with Kies?
2. I'd prefer not to wait for ICS any longer than I already have, is there anyone who can help me with a guide to flashing a custom ROM and acquiring ICS that way?

[Q] Samsung galaxy s2 HD lte unlocked canada restarts all of sudden

HI all,
I am new to this forum.
i got factory unlocked samsung galaxy s2 hd lte i757m with android v4.1.1 from canada.
I am using this cell in INDIA.
I am experiencing some freeze and sometimes restarts almost daily in my first week of usage.
battery drains fast with just 1hour of wifi usage.
Also cell phone heatsup while charging
Samsung support says officialy jellybean is not been released to hd lte yet , so u might be facing the problem.
Guys does anyone has faced same issues?? please help

There is no official JB for the i757m yet - Samsung are right. The issues definitely sound ROM related, I would recommend rolling back to ICS as it's very stable for me, with good battery life. Also worth noting - your phone will always heat up while charging
Here is a thread relating to installing CWM on the i757m. Ignore that, under the 'Download' section (expand the hide tag) there's a Dev.host link to some files. Go into the Bell SGS2 HD LTE folder, grab Odin3_1.85.zip and in the Factory Images folder, grab 'Unzip Me Stock ICS'. Don't forget to click 'thanks' for dsixda in his thread.
Once you have both those files down, unzip the ROM to get a tar.md5 image, and use ODIN to flash. There are many ODIN tutorials on this site, I suggest reading a couple BEFORE doing anything, as this has the potential to brick your phone completely.
If you need further help after reading, I will be here. I have this phone, and have done this a few times
Good luck!
Justin

thanks Justin,
I am newbie to android and samsung
Could you let me know where shall i get started ???
also the important thing i will have to rollback to ICS from INDIA and not Canada this time.
Is it possible from India?? if yes how?? any specific version of kies software required??

dhiren4ever said:
thanks Justin,
I am newbie to android and samsung
Could you let me know where shall i get started ???
also the important thing i will have to rollback to ICS from INDIA and not Canada this time.
Is it possible from India?? if yes how?? any specific version of kies software required??
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That's no problems, we don't actually use Kies to do anything, plus we are downloading the ROM ourselves. I have done the same thing from Australia, so I don't think that India should be a worry
If you follow that link above, and grab the two files that I mentioned, that's the first step. Once you have them on your computer, I'll send you some USB drivers, and then help you with the next steps to get it working

juzz86 said:
That's no problems, we don't actually use Kies to do anything, plus we are downloading the ROM ourselves. I have done the same thing from Australia, so I don't think that India should be a worry
If you follow that link above, and grab the two files that I mentioned, that's the first step. Once you have them on your computer, I'll send you some USB drivers, and then help you with the next steps to get it working
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grt!!!
Though I am quite afraid to do so...I will monitor first my cell phone for a week or two and if its really getting into my head then i will flash it to ICS.
I will definitely need your help then.
really thanks a ton for replying...atleast i will have some directions now who already has done it !!!!

No worries mate, happy to help

De

juzz86 said:
No worries mate, happy to help
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Could you please send me USB driver required for the above process.
I am planning to roll back to Official ICH
Any idea when would be Jelly bean released for SGH-i757M?

[Q] No lollipop yet on my G3

Hello there,
Its been a while lollipop is out abd almost everyone is kind of enjoying it but I am really unfortunate that I haven't got it yet...dunno what is wrong with my device or if I can get it manually. Everytime I ask it to update, it says...you are running the latest one...it sucks
Any help here will be highly appreciated

ekdmfree said:
Hello there,
Its been a while lollipop is out abd almost everyone is kind of enjoying it but I am really unfortunate that I haven't got it yet...dunno what is wrong with my device or if I can get it manually. Everytime I ask it to update, it says...you are running the latest one...it sucks
Any help here will be highly appreciated
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First of all are you using the phone on AT&T or is it unlocked and your using it on another carrier?
If your on AT&T then make sure you device is registered on your account properly.
And lastly your in the wrong section

You are not missing much. It lags and there is no root

eortizr said:
You are not missing much. It lags and there is no root
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Kinda agree. It's not ready for prime-time. Simple acts such as using the keyboard become a hit and miss proposition. Stay 4.4.2/4.4.4 unless you just really feel the need to be on the bleeding edge.

ekdmfree said:
Hello there,
Its been a while lollipop is out abd almost everyone is kind of enjoying it but I am really unfortunate that I haven't got it yet...dunno what is wrong with my device or if I can get it manually. Everytime I ask it to update, it says...you are running the latest one...it sucks
Any help here will be highly appreciated
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If you're using it on AT&T, you can get my dlpkgfile from my post about it. Place that and the fota_script in the /cache/fota folder on your G3, then look up how to update using a dlpkgfile.

hyelton said:
First of all are you using the phone on AT&T or is it unlocked and your using it on another carrier?
If your on AT&T then make sure you device is registered on your account properly.
And lastly your in the wrong section
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iam using my lg g3 in argentine , how can i upgrade to lolipop ?