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[Q] ICS ROM for Samsung Galaxy S

Hi Forum
I currently have a Samsung Galaxy S GT-i9000 which is out of warranty. As is known to most, Samsung is most likely not going to come out with an ICS upgrade to this model.
I live in India and travel frequently to the UK, and am therefore looking for a stable ICS ROM that will work on my phone and render the phone usable in India and the UK. I did try with a Cynogen Mod 9 ROM for the i9000 which worked in the UK, but the moment I landed in India, the SIM refused to register with the GSM network in India. My IMEI number also changed when I flashed my phone with this ROM.
Currently, my phone was brought back to a working condition with a Samsung Android 2.1 ROM, but this ROM is really bad and makes my phone freeze frequently.
I am looking forward to some advice from the XDA Forum members to point me to a stable ICS ROM that I can download and flash my phone with, so that the phone works in India.

anupam_adeeb said:
Hi Forum
I currently have a Samsung Galaxy S GT-i9000 which is out of warranty. As is known to most, Samsung is most likely not going to come out with an ICS upgrade to this model.
I live in India and travel frequently to the UK, and am therefore looking for a stable ICS ROM that will work on my phone and render the phone usable in India and the UK. I did try with a Cynogen Mod 9 ROM for the i9000 which worked in the UK, but the moment I landed in India, the SIM refused to register with the GSM network in India. My IMEI number also changed when I flashed my phone with this ROM.
Currently, my phone was brought back to a working condition with a Samsung Android 2.1 ROM, but this ROM is really bad and makes my phone freeze frequently.
I am looking forward to some advice from the XDA Forum members to point me to a stable ICS ROM that I can download and flash my phone with, so that the phone works in India.
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There are no stable ICS roms for GS2 yet (at least from Cyanogenmod) but they have a gingerbread one (which is better than the 2.1 you have ;P )
Here: http://download.cyanogenmod.com/?type=stable&device=galaxys2
Anyway, I suggest you stay out of ICS until they make a stable ROM. Port only if you can help develop it

Thanks For the reply. However, I am looking for an update for the Galaxy S. I do not have an S2. My Galaxy S has been sparingly used and I think it has at least a year left in it.

anupam_adeeb said:
Thanks For the reply. However, I am looking for an update for the Galaxy S. I do not have an S2. My Galaxy S has been sparingly used and I think it has at least a year left in it.
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Ooooops I'm really sorry about that. here's the link for the stable CM7 build for the Galax S:
http://download.cyanogenmod.com/?type=stable&device=galaxysmtd
I suggest you use this for the mean time while waiting for the ICS Cyanogen

I would prefer that you use the rom from team icssgs RC4.2 (4.0.3)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1398223
I had cyanogen mod 7 installed but was not very happy with it.
So try it out.

Faryaab is also doing a good job. You should check this out : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1628028

I tried ICS Custom Rom from Darky. It worked fine to my SGS1 without any problem. You can try it.
But I already changed to the latest one Jellybean Custom Rom from C-Rom Bean. I find this better in terms of graphics and Google applications.

Samsung Galaxy S2 (Sprint)

Hey, i'm new to this forum so bare with me if i break any rules. Well yersterday i was lucky and happy to get ICS upgrage or update from sprint, for my Samsung Galaxy S2 sph-d710 (Sprint) Maybe cz am new to all of this but my software version Android says (4.0.4) Baseband Version (S710.10.S.FF18) as seen on the attached picture. Now here is the problem, My phone's software doesn't look like other ics, now i don't know that maybe this is how the Sprint version looks or, it just doesn't have all that ics theme or whatever it still looks like gingerbread only running ics but without most of the ics features. (Sorry i don't know much about this & English is my 4th language) so i've attached some pictures of how my phone looks, hope i'll get the answer to this.
Thank You in Advance,
Tizzo009

Nope, that's ICS. It's just Touchwiz running on top. If you want stock ICS, I suggest flashing CyanogenMod 9. For now just install Nova Launcher.

Galaxy Note 10.1 Version Rom and Root

Hello I am from Europe and i want to buy a Galaxy Note 10.1
But in Europe we have 2 versions the N8000 (wifi + 3g) and the N8010 (wifi).
I wanted to know if its possible to flash a N8000 rom on an N8010. They have both the same hardware but one is missing a 3g function.
So for rooting, flashing and development reasons does it matter witch version of the device I buy?
Thanks in advance

The answer is yes, you can flash most 8000 roms onto a 8010 device, but it usually causes some bugs to appear (which are usually fixable, but you will need to do some research to fix them).
If you're planning on buying a 8010 and rooting it to install a jellybean rom, I would recommend installing this rom: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2046446. I installed it a few days ago, and it's been working great for me so far .

jackninja1 said:
Hello I am from Europe and i want to buy a Galaxy Note 10.1
But in Europe we have 2 versions the N8000 (wifi + 3g) and the N8010 (wifi).
I wanted to know if its possible to flash a N8000 rom on an N8010. They have both the same hardware but one is missing a 3g function.
So for rooting, flashing and development reasons does it matter witch version of the device I buy?
Thanks in advance
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Just so you know, I originally bought an 8010. I have now upgraded to the 8000. I don't often make use of the 3G capability, but I want it to be there if I need it.
Also I've noticed that development for the 8000 seems to be a lot more active. So think carefully before you get the 8010

Official Jelly Bean for the SGS2 Skyrocket?

Ok, I haven't seen a thread about this already and I did search...so if I missed it, I apologize in advance for the repost! Anyway, does anyone know or think that the Skyrocket with get an official release of Jelly Bean?

Jelly bean thread in general
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drogers81 said:
Ok, I haven't seen a thread about this already and I did search...so if I missed it, I apologize in advance for the repost! Anyway, does anyone know or think that the Skyrocket with get an official release of Jelly Bean?
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Samsung announced that there were several devices other than the S3 (their latest) that will get Jelly Bean update.
http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_announces_list_of_devices_that_will_get_jelly_bean-news-4853.php
http://www.samsung.com/us/support/SupportOwnersFAQPopup.do?faq_id=FAQ00050212&fm_seq=55187 This is mostly for the S3 series.
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The list includes the following devices:
Galaxy Tab 2 7.0
Galaxy Tab 2 10.1
Galaxy Note 10.1
Galaxy S II
Galaxy Note
Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus
Galaxy S Advance
Galaxy S II LTE
Galaxy Music
Galaxy Chat
Galaxy Ace 2
I8530 Galaxy Beam
Galaxy Ace Plus
Galaxy Mini II
Galaxy S Duos
It was announced by Samsung that these devices will also get official jelly bean. As for if our devices will officially get it we don't know. Our phone is considered Galaxy S II LTE but we dont know yet as our phone is also labeled Skyrocket and there is also an international version labeled Galaxy S II LTE. But if the original Galaxy S II will get it there is a good chance we will also get it but that all depends on Samsung -> ATT.
On the better side we are on the list on CM10 M2 that were released yesterday and so far 4.1.2 has been really good, may have minor kinks here and there but so far its good for a daily driver. So if you want to test drive Jelly Bean you can try out the various builds in the developmental forums. There is the CM10 and AOKP then theres various customized ROMs by other users where they tweak it even more for a better jelly bean experience. :good:

Based on the list here: http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/manufacturer.php?m=101 I can't find the international SII LTE, and based on the specs I found online, it looks like our phone (dual core, where doesn't the international version (whatever it's called) have 4?).
I have heard sometime in Q4, which means any time before the end of the year. That said, CM10 has official nightlies for our phone and AOKP has what should be considered an official build as well. Both work well, as do any of the many builds out there based on those.

liquidzoo said:
Based on the list here: http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/manufacturer.php?m=101 I can't find the international SII LTE, and based on the specs I found online, it looks like our phone (dual core, where doesn't the international version (whatever it's called) have 4?).
I have heard sometime in Q4, which means any time before the end of the year. That said, CM10 has official nightlies for our phone and AOKP has what should be considered an official build as well. Both work well, as do any of the many builds out there based on those.
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The i9210 is the international version and labelled officially as Galaxy S2 LTE the specs are really similar to the skyrocket but not exactly the same for example CPU is the same maker and speed but slight different model. The size of the phone is slightly different and they have the international design for button placement (2 touch buttons one home button in the center which they made standard with the S3 rather than having different designs) so we may or may not get it officially but I wouldn't fret too much about it as we already have a working build.
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drogers81 said:
Ok, I haven't seen a thread about this already and I did search...so if I missed it, I apologize in advance for the repost! Anyway, does anyone know or think that the Skyrocket with get an official release of Jelly Bean?
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Were you looking for JellyBean or were you looking for TouchWiz? As many have mentioned, the SkyRocket already has an official CM10 ( JellyBean).
I think you might be asking for an official TouchWiz JellyBean ROM. I would hope to see Samsung leaks for a TWJB ROM soon.
No official word for our device yet.
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For your information.
Had a chat with a samsung agent, and here is the official statement he gave me:
Please wait for a Samsung Agent to respond.
You are now chatting with 'Matt A'. There will be a brief survey at the end of our chat to share feedback on my performance today.
Your Issue ID for this chat is LTK56402121011X
Matt A: Hi, thank you for contacting Samsung Technical Support. How may I help you today?
Visitor: Hi
Visitor: Do you guys know if the Skyrocket SGH-i727 will be getting the JB update?
Matt A: I understand that you would like to know if Skyrocket would be receiving the Jelly Bean update, is that correct?
Visitor: Yes
Matt A: I will be glad to provide you the required information.
Matt A: May I place you on hold for 3 minutes while I gather this information for you?
Visitor: No problem
Matt A: Thank you for being on hold.
Matt A: I appreciate your interest in Jelly Bean update.
Visitor: I want to know since I got the phone a few months back and I would really like to keep it, but if no JB update will be avaliable I wont keep the phone.
Matt A: The latest update available for your device model is ICS.
Visitor: I know
Matt A: I've checked the details for you.
Visitor: ICS is already installed on my unit
Matt A: As of now there isn't any date announced for the release of Jelly Bean update for your device model.
Matt A: Any information released or announced will be first posted on the Samsung website (Download Center).
Matt A: I recommend you regularly visit our Samsung website for latest and updated information.
Visitor: The date is not important, do guys know if there will ever be a JB update
Matt A: Let me provide you with a link for Samsung download center.
Matt A: Please click the below link to visit the Samsung download center:
Matt A: http://www.samsung.com/us/support/downloads
Matt A: We are unable to speculate when/if this software revision might be available due to the fact that this might lead to inaccurate information and confusion.
Matt A: Should this become available, it will be posted on our website in the Samsung Download Center or you will be informed by your service provider. Please feel free to check with us periodically for updates.
Visitor: So, basically is a no for the JB update.
Visitor: Thank you for your time
Matt A: There is no information.
Matt A: There is no information.
Matt A: Is there anything else I can help you with?
Matt A: Can I help you with anything else?
Matt A: Not to rush you, are we still connected on the chat?
Matt A: We have not heard from you. Do you wish to continue the chat?
Visitor: sorry, no thank you
Chatted on the 28 of November 2012.
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ChillFactorz said:
Were you looking for JellyBean or were you looking for TouchWiz? As many have mentioned, the SkyRocket already has an official CM10 ( JellyBean).
I think you might be asking for an official TouchWiz JellyBean ROM. I would hope to see Samsung leaks for a TWJB ROM soon.
No official word for our device yet.
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I think he meant official Samsung ROM, not CM10. I'm to looking forward to get JB official ROM if it's ever coming out.
I love NFC so having a custom ROM wont do it for me, if NFC is available on one of the custom JB ROM ill give it a try.

zcucurullo said:
I think he meant official Samsung ROM, not CM10. I'm to looking forward to get JB official ROM if it's ever coming out.
I love NFC so having a custom ROM wont do it for me, if NFC is available on one of the custom JB ROM ill give it a try.
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NFC is a hardware function. Every ROM I've tried has it built in, as long as the hardware supports it.
I can confirm that it works on SlimBean. I transferred several pictures to my mom's S3 via NFC.

liquidzoo said:
NFC is a hardware function. Every ROM I've tried has it built in, as long as the hardware supports it.
I can confirm that it works on SlimBean. I transferred several pictures to my mom's S3 via NFC.
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Thank you for the info. I know some Skyrocket ROMS that dont have NFC working (according to the builder). But will give a try to SlimBean.

[Q] Possible to install android kitkat from another country on Galaxy Tab 2 3G?

Hi,
I'm trying to help a friend who has a Galaxy Tab 2 GT-P5100 3G 10.1
Her tablet is having some software issues, so I looked in Sammobile and found out that the firmware from her country (Egypt) is only 4.0.4
and for the same tablet in the UK section is 4.2.2
So, my question is, if I install for her a software which is meant for another country, is that gonna be a problem?
If the tablet was 4G, then installing the UK version would be bad idea because the 4G won't work, but it's 3G only as I mentioned.
I also know from my S4 that kitkat comes with special security software + knox of course (I think so!), so downgrading is out of the question, so I don't want to do wrong by her.
The tab is not rooted
Thanks guys for the input!

You should be able to flash an aosp kk rom with no issue as long as its for the p5100
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tokenpoke said:
You should be able to flash an aosp kk rom with no issue as long as its for the p5100
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Thank you very much :good:
I forgot to mention that the version for BTU in the UK section is only 4.0.3 and only O2 has 4.2.2
so obviously I chose O2
I'm downloading it as we speak