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What are you trying to say? I bootloader unlocked? Please clarify.
what do you mean?
When restating phone while holding volume down, phone says unlocking phone can damage you phone hit volume up to continue
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crystalstylez said:
what do you mean?
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GSM unlock maybe? Or maybe he meant cant unlock phone
Wait what... So the bootloader is unlocked now?
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Please clarify! Lol
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I didn't continue past that point. But it reminded me of the nexus
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sanbluejac said:
When restating phone while holding volume down, phone says unlocking phone can damage you phone hit volume up to continue
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no freaking way. Can someone else confirm?
I think hes talking about the Odin prompt that tells you loading custom OS could cause problems... Bootloader doesnt appear to be unlocked.
It be nice if it is
I'm not doing the ota though till Dan says its OK just in case its not and just in case the new kernel won't let his unlock work
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download mode
i think it just puts it in download mode so you could flash thru odin or adb.
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It be nice if it is
I'm not doing the ota though till Dan says its OK just in case its not and just in case the new kernel won't let his unlock work
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They cant patch something when they don't know how it was broken. The whole point of him not releasing the bootloader unlock is that they can't stop us from unlocking if they don't know how we do it
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I don't know if it's the Odin prompt or a new prompt. Somebody please verify
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Ya mods should delete or lock before a noob thinks they're phone is now bootloader unlocked when all that happened was the phone was entered into download mode...
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I don't know if it's the Odin prompt or a new prompt. Somebody please verify
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Yeah that says Custom OS not unlock the phone and it was there before the update. If you are getting a prompt about unlocking, that's something different.
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They cant patch something when they don't know how it was broken. The whole point of him not releasing the bootloader unlock is that they can't stop us from unlocking if they don't know how we do it
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That is true but there is that rare and I mean rare case that the changes they did could of fixed it without them knowing.....I'm just not taking any chances
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Nah nothing here. Just for download mode.
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Yea it just says installing a Custom OS can damage the phone, not unlocking. Completely terrible thread lol
Epic fail.
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Hey guys, I followed the older thread on the original q/a forum but haven't gotten an answer. So I'll post here. Has there been an confirmed way to remove or restore so I get the stock boot img back I'm sick of the open padlock.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1781471
Follow those instructions, or get a USB jig off ebay to reset. The jig works on this phone, I used mine to clear that padlock and erase the flash counter.
Thanks bud can you send a link to the jig?:thumbup:
EDIT:: determined found it.
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Yea thats the link I posted the question to before I posted here. I was just wondering if there was a more straight forward answer for Verizon customers.
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How do I use the jig? From what I read I
have to flash?
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How do I use the jig? From what I read I
have to flash?
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No flash for jig. You turn off phone, plug into usb and it does its thing automatically.
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&roid said:
No flash for jig. You turn off phone, plug into usb and it does its thing automatically.
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can you give me a break down on what i would have to do when i get the jig.
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can you give me a break down on what i would have to do when i get the jig.
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Like I said, literally turn your phone off, once it's off completely, plug in jig. Jig will turn your phone back on automatically and put it in download mode. It will then erase the flash counter. You'll need to then pull the battery, and when you turn back on, lock will be gone. Good as new.
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Thanks you've been a big help:thumbup:
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i used a instant root using this http://galaxys3root.com/galaxy-s3-root/how-to-root-u-s-canadian-dual-core-galaxy-s3-on-mac-osx/ and tried installing the paranoid android rom, and i keep getting this alert and cant even get into cwm!
Did you unlock the boot loader?
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unfortunately i jumped the gun and forgot the ez unlock -__-, and tried installing. now it wont even let me do anything
Can you go into download mode? Volume down/power/ home button all at once.
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Can you go into download mode? Volume down/power/ home button all at once.
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nope
Sorry to say this but you probably bricked it, you're gonna need a JTAG or a replacement. Someone correct me if I'm wrong but I'm pretty sure that's the case.
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pull the battery, put it back in and try to get into download mode. you shouldnt be bricked unless you installed a rom from a different phone
I doubt he bricked it. Dude, try unlocking the bootloader again
Cyanogenmodded very skankily via XDA app. Skanky, indeed
Read this again and follow the part that applies to you. There's a section about not unlocking . It's a soft brick, very fixable.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1762709
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bobAbooE said:
Read this again and follow the part that applies to you. There's a section about not unlocking . It's a soft brick, very fixable.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1762709
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He just got into download mode, he's searching for firmware now
Cyanogenmodded very skankily via XDA app. Skanky, indeed
So how would I know for sure if my bootloader is unlocked can't flash any kernel but ez unlock says its unlocked
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When your phone is powered of completely, hold the power and volume down keys at the same time. This will then bring up a white screen with a load of text. Look at the top and if it says 'S-off' then I assume you've unlocked the boot loader. If it says 'S-on' I assume not. But this isn't always the case.
Try it anyway and if this helps please leave a thank you
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When your phone is powered of completely, hold the power and volume down keys at the same time. This will then bring up a white screen with a load of text. Look at the top and if it says 'S-off' then I assume you've unlocked the boot loader. If it says 'S-on' I assume not. But this isn't always the case.
Try it anyway and if this helps please leave a thank you
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That is just for HTC devices.
Just reboot your phone and if the first samsung logo when booting up disappears quickly then you have an unlocked biitloader.
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The simplest way to tell is if you reboot your device and if the first splash screen that appears flashes "Samsung" really quick, then you are unlocked. If you are not unlocked it will stay up for a second or two.
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How do I unlock it holding power and volume down did nothing for me
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mesmerbelly said:
How do I unlock it holding power and volume down did nothing for me
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Just reboot your phone no need to do all that.
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It stays for a few at Samsung logo
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It stays for a few at Samsung logo
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Then you are still locked unfortunately. Try using the unlock tool again.
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I have over and over lol any advice?
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You are rooted, yes? If that's not the issue I'm not sure what else it could be.
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Yes been rooted can flash ROMs but not kernel
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What version of ez unlock are you using? Make sure you use version 1.2. The later versions don't work.
Actually they do work as I used 1.4 and the only thing is that it says unknown. Also once it gives you the prompt saying the phone is unlocked you flash a custom recovery to see if you have successfully unlocked the bootloader.
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Yes been rooted can flash ROMs but not kernel
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You probably flashed an incompatible kernel. Basically if you flash a kernel meant for ICS it won't work on jelly bean and vice versa.
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You probably flashed an incompatible kernel. Basically if you flash a kernel meant for ICS it won't work on jelly bean and vice versa.
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I tried several and all for vzw
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jmxc23 said:
Actually they do work as I used 1.4 and the only thing is that it says unknown. Also once it gives you the prompt saying the phone is unlocked you flash a custom recovery to see if you have successfully unlocked the bootloader.
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It has been widely known/reported that 1.4/1.3 are non-functional. I think you are the first person I've seen to claim otherwise. Maybe it works for some? All I know is that 1.4 did not work for me I had to revert to 1.2, and this is the same for everyone else in the ez unlock thread on Rootz.
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I tried several and all for vzw
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I'm assuming you downloaded ez-unlock from the market? That's version 1.4, which has been widely reported as non-functional. Uninstall the current app then download version 1.2 from this thread and install it:
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/32456-app-920-ez-unlock-14-easiest-way-to-unlock-your-bootloader/
That should fix your problem if it doesn't then there is something else wrong.
So I Odin back to stock through the whole root clockwork and unlock I am definitely
Unlocked at this point and I'm sure but no matter what kernel I flash it won't boot I get a crazy pixilated screen that is multicolored which is more than it would do prior to all this but no boot wtf is wrong here any ideas ?? anyone have anything remotely close to this happen to them ??
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So I Odin back to stock through the whole root clockwork and unlock I am definitely
Unlocked at this point and I'm sure but no matter what kernel I flash it won't boot I get a crazy pixilated screen that is multicolored which is more than it would do prior to all this but no boot wtf is wrong here any ideas ?? anyone have anything remotely close to this happen to them ??
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What kernels are you trying to flash?
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So I Odin back to stock through the whole root clockwork and unlock I am definitely
Unlocked at this point and I'm sure but no matter what kernel I flash it won't boot I get a crazy pixilated screen that is multicolored which is more than it would do prior to all this but no boot wtf is wrong here any ideas ?? anyone have anything remotely close to this happen to them ??
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Post a link to what kernel you're trying to flash. Also, which rom are you on-AOSP OR TW and which Android version is it?
I finally got faux main line v15 to work via a ROM with aroma installer so idk what the hell I was doing wrong but I was wrong somewhere
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So awhile back when I had my inspire I checked into unlocking it, and found the forum on here about the aahk advanced hack kit. I just recently started messing with it since I have a new phone. I've had some problems with rooting it. First time the process went about halfway through then quit. Now every time you try it the process will not cooperate and gives an error. Anyone have any suggestions for a noob like me to try and help in any way? Anything is appreciated.
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What was the output? And which version of AAHK?
What do you mean by output? And its an older version...probably from May 2012. I think there is a new version that came out in November 2012, i just don't know if I've bricked it by using the old kit.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xqn2G86jpQE
Here is the video I used to root when I was on 2.3.3 Gingerbread. It's painless, but takes some waiting.
What is the error you are getting, exactly? D: and if you are on 2.3.3 try my link. ^.^ If you are on 2.3.5 or another version, try searching more hack kits for rooting that specific rom version.
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What do you mean by output? And its an older version...probably from May 2012. I think there is a new version that came out in November 2012, i just don't know if I've bricked it by using the old kit.
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Ok, step, by step, what did you do? And by output I mean what did AAHK say when it ran (both times). Also, what does it say when you reboot into hboot? (Reboot holding power and volume-down.)
Noob mistake I know, but I couldn't tell you. (Calc and physics has my brain fried...). I think I'm going to try the latest hack kit tonight and come back on here if I need help or get stuck. More than likely I'll be back.
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Okay so here's what happened last night. I tried the new aahk (11092012) and it required a downgrade of the rom. Process went thru but however when it got to thr hboot menu I received a message telling me that the image was not found. I have a pic of the output where it tells me the downgrade is complete (if anyone wants to decipher it for me), all the way thru the hboot directions. Could this be a faulty sd card?
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mookie_33 said:
Okay so here's what happened last night. I tried the new aahk (11092012) and it required a downgrade of the rom. Process went thru but however when it got to thr hboot menu I received a message telling me that the image was not found. I have a pic of the output where it tells me the downgrade is complete (if anyone wants to decipher it for me), all the way thru the hboot directions. Could this be a faulty sd card?
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Yes it could be. But before that, are you running lastest AT&T 2.3.5 update?
Yes 2.3.5
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Yes 2.3.5
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And have you done this before?? http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88
I have but actually got stuck. For the HTCdev there is no option for the Inspire 4G. I tried it under the Desire HD. That told me (I think) the current rom is unavailable and they are working on it. Then I tried "all other models", which also got me stuck...
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mookie_33 said:
I have but actually got stuck. For the HTCdev there is no option for the Inspire 4G. I tried it under the Desire HD. That told me (I think) the current rom is unavailable and they are working on it. Then I tried "all other models", which also got me stuck...
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All other supported devices was the choice. Did you flash an hboot??
I'm not entirely sure, but I'm pretty positive I didn't.
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I'm not entirely sure, but I'm pretty positive I didn't.
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ok, then you still can unlock the bootloader...you can boot in hboot can't you? Do you mind if I connect to your PC via teamviewer to lend you a hand?
I wouldn't mind at all, however not at the moment. I'm at work until 6...7 or after. Seems a little sketchy though, just skeptical. Don't want something to happen to my rig lol
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I wouldn't mind at all, however not at the moment. I'm at work until 6...7 or after. Seems a little sketchy though, just skeptical. Don't want something to happen to my rig lol
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ok, just take your time and let me know when you are ready...it does not take long...
I'll send you a PM later when I'm ready.
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I'll send you a PM later when I'm ready.
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ok. Just let me know!
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ok. Just let me know!
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I tried to redo the htcdev bootloader earlier and now when I get to some of the earliest steps I run into a problem. Everytime I try to fastboot is says "no image found" land searches for a zin file. I know its something like pd098.zip or whatever it is. How do I get around this?
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Hey guys been a while. I was messing with the wife's phone and f'd up. I got the dreaded yellow triangle that tells me to bring to verizon. I forgot how to cure this, last time I used Odin I think but I don't have any of my files for Odin. Can any one point me in the direction for fixing this.
Thanks
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Broadley1 said:
Hey guys been a while. I was messing with the wife's phone and f'd up. I got the dreaded yellow triangle that tells me to bring to verizon. I forgot how to cure this, last time I used Odin I think but I don't have any of my files for Odin. Can any one point me in the direction for fixing this.
Thanks
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Need some more details, were you on 4.3 or 4.1? What specifically did you do? If you don't know what you were on, go into download mode and post exactly what the screen says.
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Sorry, the phone is on 4.1. She got the prompt to update so I was an idiot and locked the bootloader and updated. It failed obviously, and the yellow triangle says, unauthorized software please bring to verizon
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Sorry, the phone is on 4.1. She got the prompt to update so I was an idiot and locked the bootloader and updated. It failed obviously, and the yellow triangle says, unauthorized software please bring to verizon
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Ok, go into download mode to see if the bootloader flashed, type out exactly what the screen says.
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I can only get it into Odin mode. It just stays black till I release from the volume up and power then it shows "system software not authorized by verizon wireless has been found on your phone. Please turn off phone and go to nearest verizon store for help."
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I can only get it into Odin mode. It just stays black till I release from the volume up and power then it shows "system software not authorized by verizon wireless has been found on your phone. Please turn off phone and go to nearest verizon store for help."
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That's weird, so you have no way to access download mode? You never get a screen saying you're ready to download files?
It sounds like you aren't completely entering download mode, hold volume down, power and home button at the same time. Once you see the blue text at the top, release the power button and continue holding the volume and home keys until you're in. If your phone boots to the Verizon screen you should be able to boot into download mode.
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No that's what I thought was weird, I don't know if I'm not holding it long enough or what but it's really frustrating
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Volume down plus power takes me to odin mode. I can get there fine
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My phone doesn't get to verizon screen only shows Samsung and a little lock with the word custom
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My phone doesn't get to verizon screen only shows Samsung and a little lock with the word custom
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OK so just to clarify...
You can enter Odin mode, but when you hit the volume up button to enter download mode the screen goes blank? Take a picture of what you're seeing and post it if you can, it's hard to tell what's going on because Odin mode is download mode.
If you can't enter download mode, there's no way to recover your phone in an easy way. You can try using an sdcard bootloader brick method, but I don't think it'll work because your phone isn't completely unresponsive. The only way to fix it at this point is jtag. Just make sure there's no way to get into download mode.
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Sorry my bad for not clarifying, I CAN get into Odin or download mode. So odin does recognise it.
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Sorry my bad for not clarifying, I CAN get into Odin or download mode. So odin does recognise it.
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Ok, so tell me what information it displays. In the top left corner in download mode or right before download mode there's information such as hardware version, binary, flash count.
We need all of that information to help you
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Product name: SCH-I535
Custom binery Download: Yes (3 counts)
Current binery: Samsung official
System status: Custom
Qualcom secureboot: ENABLE
That is what it reads in the top left corner
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Product name: SCH-I535
Custom binery Download: Yes (3 counts)
Current binery: Samsung official
System status: Custom
Qualcom secureboot: ENABLE
That is what it reads in the top left corner
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Good, your bootloader is still unlocked, I'll point you in the right direction when I get off work or have time.
Someone will probably get there before me though, but you're in good shape.
You need to Odin flash a stock 4.1 image, root it, and freeze sdm 1.0 and fwupdater.apk to prevent it from updating to 4.3.
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Thanks, the sooner the better, wife is pretty bummed
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Thanks, the sooner the better, wife is pretty bummed
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OK, so simply follow section five of this guide. Go to the website linked in the op, and download the 4.1.2 mf1 firmware. Do not download the 4.3 ml1 firmware.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1762709
Next, use this to root your phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2332825
Once that's finished, download ez unlock version 1.2 and unlock the bootloader.
Once you're rooted, use a file browser (es file Explorer is free) and rename sdm1.0.apk and fwupdater.apk to sdm1.0.apk.bak and fwupdater.apk.bak. This will keep the phone from updating to 4.3 and locking your bootloader.
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Can you point me to a 4.1 image.
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Can you point me to a 4.1 image.
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http://samsung-updates.com/device/?id=SCH-I535
Or
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/1/?model=SCH-I535&pcode=0#firmware
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I downloaded the mf1 firmware but every time I open Odin I can't find it. I apologize again it's been forever since I did this. I don't know how exactly to extract it or something.
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I downloaded the mf1 firmware but every time I open Odin I can't find it. I apologize again it's been forever since I did this. I don't know how exactly to extract it or something.
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You have to use the tar.md5 file, look for it when it's extracted. Extract it to your desktop so you know where it is.
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