[Q] Is 4.2.2 worth it? - Sony Xperia L

So i'm running pretty smooth on 4.1.2 with removed bloatware.
The 4.2.2 update just came in and I saw a lot of negative things about it.
So is it worth it? Or should i wait for 4.3 / CyanogenMod?
Do i lose my root?

Once you update, yes you'll lose your root. My recommendation is that you stay on 4.1.2 mainly because it's more stable. 4.2 is just nuts >--<
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joel113- said:
Once you update, yes you'll lose your root. My recommendation is that you stay on 4.1.2 mainly because it's more stable. 4.2 is just nuts >--<
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Thanks,
Shame that Sony made a crappy update. Hope the rumors are true and we get 4.3 before X-mas

Joery360 said:
Thanks,
Shame that Sony made a crappy update. Hope the rumors are true and we get 4.3 before X-mas
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Hit thanks if I helped
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[Q] New OTA Update

Got the new OTA update this week on Skyrocket on my rooted phone. It will down load but when it reboots to install it starts up in in Clockworkmod screen so does not Install. What can I do to install update????
Please search the forums before posting nonsense. You can't receive OTA updates using a custom recovery. You need to be stock. Odin back to stock ICS and then try.
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tailgunner9 said:
Got the new OTA update this week on Skyrocket on my rooted phone. It will down load but when it reboots to install it starts up in in Clockworkmod screen so does not Install. What can I do to install update????
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Go to Here and return the device to complete stock (unrooted) form then apply update... remember, if your happy with your device the way it is I wouldn't bother
Thanks Guys. Sorry about posting again before I read other posts of the same. Will just leave it as is till Jelly Bean comes out as one of you suggest. Thanks Again...
I also got the OTA show up on my phone. I do not intend on unrooting and installing at the moment but am curious what the update is for. Anyone know? ATT of course has nothing on their site.
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Never mind, looking at other posts now.
new OTA update
I also received an ota update this morning. The only reason I had my skyrocket rooted was so I could try out the jelly bean roms. restored to stock and now my phone is telling me that the software is up to date and wont let me get the ota again. Does anyone know how I can get it to show up again. By the way I am a noob with this kind of stuff
eardullo said:
I also received an ota update this morning. The only reason I had my skyrocket rooted was so I could try out the jelly bean roms. restored to stock and now my phone is telling me that the software is up to date and wont let me get the ota again. Does anyone know how I can get it to show up again. By the way I am a noob with this kind of stuff
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So I think you go to settings, then about phone, then hit software update. If nothing comes up then hit check for software update
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RewinX said:
So I think you go to settings, then about phone, then hit software update. If nothing comes up then hit check for software update
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Tried that. It just keeps telling me the software is up to date
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Tried that. It just keeps telling me the software is up to date
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Why do you care about the update?
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xcrazydx said:
Why do you care about the update?
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Why are people in these forums so rude to someone who is just asking a simple question? Because I would like to have my GS2 on a full jelly bean firmware that's not buggy and that is not ICS. I've tested the full jelly bean on another device and it is a lot smoother and definitely better in all aspects than ICS. In my opinion anyway.
eardullo said:
Why are people in these forums so rude to someone who is just asking a simple question? Because I would like to have my GS2 on a full jelly bean firmware that's not buggy and that is not ICS. I've tested the full jelly bean on another device and it is a lot smoother and definitely better in all aspects than ICS. In my opinion anyway.
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This isn't a jellybean upgrade tho. Its just some enhancements and a new modem to ICS.
So, I don't WANT the upgrade, but Device management keeps loading up and won't go away unless I hit the home key. It keeps popping up and won't be satisfied until I download the upgrade, which I do not want to do. Is there any way to turn it off?
eardullo said:
Why are people in these forums so rude to someone who is just asking a simple question? Because I would like to have my GS2 on a full jelly bean firmware that's not buggy and that is not ICS. I've tested the full jelly bean on another device and it is a lot smoother and definitely better in all aspects than ICS. In my opinion anyway.
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How is that rude? I asked why you would go through the trouble to get such a minor stock update. This isn't jb, man. It's a maintenance update. Chill out
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JB hasnt even officially been released for the Galaxy S3 and the chances of SR getting it before S3 is 0.004855% and there is no "official" word on if its even going to come out for Skyrocket yet alone if ATT will go through with it. They did say Samsung Galaxy S2 LTE but that can also mean just the international version or whatever.
Remember it has to go through Samsung then ATT.
Your best bet for JB right now is the AOSP based ones.
eardullo said:
Why are people in these forums so rude to someone who is just asking a simple question? Because I would like to have my GS2 on a full jelly bean firmware that's not buggy and that is not ICS. I've tested the full jelly bean on another device and it is a lot smoother and definitely better in all aspects than ICS. In my opinion anyway.
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He's not being rude, that was a legitimate question. I would ask the same. And trust me, a small update like this one wouldn't be JB. Sad, but you can get that idea out of your head. Besides, I'd scream if the SR got official JB before the S3
Stock ICS on my S3
quordandis said:
So, I don't WANT the upgrade, but Device management keeps loading up and won't go away unless I hit the home key. It keeps popping up and won't be satisfied until I download the upgrade, which I do not want to do. Is there any way to turn it off?
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I believe it's called device management. Freeze it in tibu
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xcrazydx said:
Why do you care about the update?
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Some people like me just like to be up to date on software, but I see your point, there really aren't any noticible features in this update.
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quordandis said:
So, I don't WANT the upgrade, but Device management keeps loading up and won't go away unless I hit the home key. It keeps popping up and won't be satisfied until I download the upgrade, which I do not want to do. Is there any way to turn it off?
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Look at post #17 here
I had the same question, already owned Titanium Backup and did freeze it. No more nagging.
I just flashed the update that cdshepered posted on another thread and I ddnt have to revert back to stock works fine for me plus and increase in cell signal
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Yep, I'm fully stock with the update and I definitely noticed an uptick in speed.

JB for SONY XPERIA S [When?]

dekostars
I remember reading somewhere that said at the end of March.
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Its STILL not out yet for the Xperia S!???? Wow, Sony truly taking their sweet time with it, even the GS2 has JB now.
Dont be in a rush for it, seeing many of the Xperia T JB bug reports, seems Sony still has a ton of work to do on their JB FW.
POLO_i780 said:
Its STILL not out yet for the Xperia S!???? Wow, Sony truly taking their sweet time with it, even the GS2 has JB now.
Dont be in a rush for it, seeing many of the Xperia T JB bug reports, seems Sony still has a ton of work to do on their JB FW.
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The galaxy s 2 doesn't have jb nor does the galaxy s3 on our carrier it might just be his carrier i mean it depends on the carrier sony might have released it months ago
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bbrad said:
The galaxy s 2 doesn't have jb nor does the galaxy s3 on our carrier it might just be his carrier i mean it depends on the carrier sony might have released it months ago
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Just googled and searched around, and nope, Sony have not even released a single official JB FW for the XS, seems they delayed the release. They are still crap with their support from what im seeing.
I hope March will be the month.
dekostars
Just wait until end march via http://www.panarmenian.net/eng/news/145370/ or you can using costum ROM ZXZ it make your XS like JB :good:
d4ncyb3r said:
Just wait until end march via http://www.panarmenian.net/eng/news/145370/ or you can using costum ROM ZXZ it make your XS like JB :good:
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Its not "ZXZ" , its "XZX"
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Better wait for the original update than use custom rom
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dekostars said:
Better wait for the original update than use custom rom
dekostars
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Why custom ROMs are so much better?
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They aren't.I said I prefer manufacturer rom instead of custom
dekostars
dekostars said:
They aren't.I said I prefer manufacturer rom instead of custom
dekostars
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Y U NO LIKE CUSTOM ROM
Name one thing why stock are better than custom
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Constant updates
dekostars
dekostars said:
Constant updates
dekostars
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That doesn't even make sense lol you say stock has more updates but why your waiting on jellybean people are enjoying 4.2.2 on custom ROMs lol
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Yeah,with bugs
dekostars
dekostars said:
Yeah,with bugs
dekostars
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Most custom ROMs fixes issue in stock ROM for example I get random soft boots on stock no more on custom ROM
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Well,the bottom line is that the truth is somewhere in the middle :thumbup:
dekostars

JB 4.3?

Anyone know when the latest firmware will be released to public or OTA in CANADA?
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I think you are way too optimistic. I was quite surprised that it officially got 4.1.2, I really can't see it getting an official 4.3 release, but I was wrong before so take that with a grain of salt. Having said that, I'm already running 4.3 on mine...
rpr69 said:
I think you are way too optimistic. I was quite surprised that it officially got 4.1.2, I really can't see it getting an official 4.3 release, but I was wrong before so take that with a grain of salt. Having said that, I'm already running 4.3 on mine...
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Yeah I've just rooted sooooo many phones and when I went back to this one, I just lost that loving feeling of rooting or just lazy ya know but again I know there are so many reasons to do it just have to get my laptop back and thanks for response
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We won't see 4.2 let alone 4.3. For either of those android versions aosp is your only hope
This is a legacy device, no chance will Samsung or the carriers release any future official updates for the phone. They want you to upgrade and buy the latest hardware to get that type of support.
rpr69 said:
I think you are way too optimistic. I was quite surprised that it officially got 4.1.2, I really can't see it getting an official 4.3 release, but I was wrong before so take that with a grain of salt. Having said that, I'm already running 4.3 on mine...
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Which ROM are you using that already has 4.3?
ickboblikescheese said:
Which ROM are you using that already has 4.3?
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Could be the same one I am. But you should wait for cm10.2 official which should come out soon
jd1639 said:
Could be the same one I am. But you should wait for cm10.2 official which should come out soon
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Yep, should be any day now.
Awesome, thanks. Did you guys compile it, or get it from the rookie thread?
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Awesome, thanks. Did you guys compile it, or get it from the rookie thread?
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I had nothing to do with it. Rpr had fine fine with on it but I'm not smart enough to compile stuff.

[Finally] Downgrade to 4.3

Now you can downgrade 4.4.2 kitkat to 4.3 jelly bean
You must have
1)an official stock 4.3
2)mobile odin
3)pc odin(computer odin)
4)This kernel (http://goo.gl/8MGXnQ)
5)custom recovery
6)rooted 4.4.2
Instructions:-
1)copy the stock 4.3 to sd card
2)flash it using mobile odin and make sure that all boxes are checked
3)flash custom recovery via pc odin
4)flash the kernel via custom recovery
Enjoy 4.3
Tested on my Gt-i9505
Notes:-
1)if you didn't flash the kernel you won't be able to use wifi
2)make sure to backup EFS and IMEI using EFS PRO (https://www.mediafire.com/?4smom74xg5tfkxu)
I wish i could helped many people to get rid of 4.4.2 kitkat
Thank you for posting this... won't do me any good as I'm not rooted...and need to downgrade to saferoot. But what is known about the custom kernel...I was under the impression using stuff for s4 variants that are not yours is dangerous. Im using the sprint version.
Regardless, I'm giving you a "thanks" for posting this as its a step in the right direction.
What about knox?
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nielsscholte said:
What about knox?
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i wonder that also
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Thanks man :highfive:
AbdoAdel said:
2)flash it using mobile odin and make sure that all boxes are checked
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Could you please write which items should I tick? Thanks.
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What about knox?
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Poroto said:
i wonder that also
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What do you thing? If you flash custom recovery KNOX will tripp your flag to 0x1. :good:
Hello,
You think, can is possible to downgrad with S4 value edition GT-I9515
Thank you
pRo_lama said:
Could you please write which items should
What do you thing? If you flash custom recovery KNOX will tripp your flag to 0x1. :good:
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That would void my warranty, thanks but cant afford it
patchifredo said:
Hello,
You think, can is possible to downgrad with S4 value edition GT-I9515
Thank you
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i don't know but i think 90% that will be successful downgrade cause odin mobile it's a general app and not a specific app
Has anyone tried is as follows
Flash MDM or MDF firmware that can receive OTA update and thereby update the phone
These two still receive firmware 4.2.2 OTA updates
Does not get downgrade with this way
I just tested to downgrade with no luck! Only comes to the first galaxy logo then bootloop? Can someone help me? Thx
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thanks
Will this work for downgrading to 4.2.2 with KT JB4.2 kernel?
Why would you guys want to downgrade to 4.3?
I can't imagine why anyone would want to downgrade back to 4.3. 4.4 was a huge breath of fresh air for me. Everything works smoother, looks better, better battery. What more so you want. Only thing I miss is the jelly bean game, I hate the kit kat game now. It seems like 4.4 is a lot llighter OS then 4.3. Less parasitic loss on my phone I guess you can say.
I main reason I would want to downgrade to 4.2.2 (XXUDMH8) if I ever end up with KitKat or 4.3 is so JKay Deluxe will work. It appears JKay has completely abandoned development.
thanks
IMMORTALKING69 said:
I can't imagine why anyone would want to downgrade back to 4.3. 4.4 was a huge breath of fresh air for me. Everything works smoother, looks better, better battery. What more so you want. Only thing I miss is the jelly bean game, I hate the kit kat game now. It seems like 4.4 is a lot llighter OS then 4.3. Less parasitic loss on my phone I guess you can say.
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hi which firmware are u using?which country
[email protected] said:
hi which firmware are u using?which country
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USA GPE 4.4.3 MDK BL MK2 modem
IMMORTALKING69 said:
USA GPE 4.4.3 MDK BL MK2 modem
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oppppppppps u r uing s4 gpe 9505g but i hv 9505 m using kitkat 4.4.2 but facing touch issue hangings lags etc etc

Good news!

We are getting closer to some KitKat goodness and potential custom ROMs!
Looks like we will be going straight to 4.4.3, just need a timeframe, at least we have not been forgotten.
http://cdn-www.xda-developers.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Samsung-KOT49H-UpdateReport.jpg
repost
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52942706&postcount=178
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2721012
http://www.xda-developers.com/andro...heading-out-to-many-other-devices-next-month/
Will be nice to get some s5 ui
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Finally Some Good news for this device!! i knew that samsung will do something about this great device.
Now The i9500 and i9505 Jealous :laugh: Thank you for know us. you made my day and i sure many of us :good:
EclipseX said:
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52942706&postcount=178
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2721012
http://www.xda-developers.com/andro...heading-out-to-many-other-devices-next-month/
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My bad, too excited I guess....
Good news!,thanks mate!
finally, I was already pointing to LG's G3...so I think i can still with my S4 which i actually like
I'm not holding my breath until I have it installed. This speculation and waiting been going on long enough already to convince me that easily
Some users are reporting the update to 4.4.2 for i9506 in nordic countries.
ruben46_ said:
Some users are reporting the update to 4.4.2 for i9506 in nordic countries.
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It's true today the 24. juli I'm receiving the new update 4.4.2 :laugh:
joshkun said:
It's true today the 24. juli I'm receiving the new update 4.4.2 :laugh:
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I thought we were getting 4.4.3 right away...
Sorry guys, but there is nothing either on samsung-updates.com or sammobile.com. And no sources from Samsung.
Not sure what you guys have received.
Regards.
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joshkun said:
It's true today the 24. juli I'm receiving the new update 4.4.2 :laugh:
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Hi,
good news, can you take a screen shot of menu "About device"?
tomogo said:
Hi,
good news, can you take a screen shot of menu "About device"?
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Please do. I don't know why I can't find anything anywhere about this.
And as said before, is was supposed to be 4.4.3, I don't get it...
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DeHAWK said:
Please do. I don't know why I can't find anything anywhere about this.
And as said before, is was supposed to be 4.4.3, I don't get it...
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Look here from Spanish forum. There is an OTA update from Nordic countries.
And yes, it´s 4.4.2, not 4.4.3
http://www.htcmania.com/showthread.php?t=863673
morenoro said:
Look here from Spanish forum. There is an OTA update from Nordic countries.
And yes, it´s 4.4.2, not 4.4.3
http://www.htcmania.com/showthread.php?t=863673
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Hey
This link points ti Chainfires SU...can't find anything here...
Regards
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Well now I got into a forum in Spanish...lol
Sammobile is reporting it's going out OTA in the nordic countries. I'm reflashing the stock 4.3 to see, I'm in Denmark so maybe I'll get the update. http://www.sammobile.com/2014/07/24...laxy-s4-lte-gt-i9506-to-android-4-4-2-kitkat/
After flashing the stock ROM, my phone says "Your device has been modified. Software updates are not available." when I try to check for updates. How do I make the phone realise that it's running the stock rom?
johnthepig said:
Sammobile is reporting it's going out OTA in the nordic countries. I'm reflashing the stock 4.3 to see, I'm in Denmark so maybe I'll get the update. http://www.sammobile.com/2014/07/24...laxy-s4-lte-gt-i9506-to-android-4-4-2-kitkat/
After flashing the stock ROM, my phone says "Your device has been modified. Software updates are not available." when I try to check for updates. How do I make the phone realise that it's running the stock rom?
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Hey
Great. This is only a few hours old. I've been working in my garden. But why 4.4.2?
I crack myself up. They should have released 4.4.3. Never mind, now I just need a dump and some updated sources.
About your problem; this is Samsung in a nutshell, but I'll do my best to release a 4.4.2 kernel and system as soon as I can. Hopefully I'll be able to make it compatible with 4.2.2 and 4.3 bootloaders.
Stay tuned.
Regards.
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EDIT
According to SamMobile, Samsung has ignored our device. True, but why?
Ok, this is my personal opinion. The GT-I9506 is outstanding, making it a direct threat to the Galaxy S5. As you know, the S5 features a Snapdragon S801...just an overclocked S800. No magic in that. I can do the same, well to be honest...I already did for my own phone. It's a piece of cake to overclock. But the fact is, do we need it? For myself; nice to have but not need to have.
I'm pretty sure that we can do the same as the S5, and even more. But with the new S805, we WILL loose, no doubt about that.
Stay tuned guys, the game is about to begin.
Regards.
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Hey
Great. This is only a few hours old. I've been working in my garden. But why 4.4.2?
I crack myself up. They should have released 4.4.3. Never mind, now I just need a dump and some updated sources.
About your problem; this is Samsung in a nutshell, but I'll do my best to release a 4.4.2 kernel and system as soon as I can. Hopefully I'll be able to make it compatible with 4.2.2 and 4.3 bootloaders.
Stay tuned.
Regards.
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According to SamMobile, Samsung has ignored our device. True, but why?
Ok, this is my personal opinion. The GT-I9506 is outstanding, making it a direct threat to the Galaxy S5. As you know, the S5 features a Snapdragon S801...just an overclocked S800. No magic in that. I can do the same, well to be honest...I already did for my own phone. It's a piece of cake to overclock. But the fact is, do we need it? For myself; nice to have but not need to have.
I'm pretty sure that we can do the same as the S5, and even more. But with the new S805, we WILL loose, no doubt about that.
Stay tuned guys, the game is about to begin.
Regards.
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Dude...pleaaaaaaassseeee please please, help me oc my I9506 too. I know the risks of OC-ing but i still want to do it. @2500Mhz would be perfect. Thanks in advance. Have a nice day.
aresbv2000 said:
Dude...pleaaaaaaassseeee please please, help me oc my I9506 too. I know the risks of OC-ing but i still want to do it. @2500Mhz would be perfect. Thanks in advance. Have a nice day.
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What will you need oc @2.5GHz for? [emoji1]

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