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So, since I'm already a seasoned reader of the forums and a member of the Samsung Galaxy Ace forums right here in XDA, I bought myself a SGT2 7.0: it's great. Mine's the P3110 (Wifi only) and it came with 4.0.3. Now, I'd like to root it and mod it as I see fit but I don't see much information on the current status of things. I dug around the CM Forums and there's no SGT2 7.0 dedicated forums over there. Here I see guides on rooting and the like, but no one talks about the stable releases and/or nightlies of CM9 and CM10. So, to sum it up, here are my questions:
Is it safe to root and mod the SGT2 to CM9?
Where's the buglist of the latest stable release of CM9 for the SGT2?
Can you see a better battery life on CM9 compared with stock?
Should I download the latest OTA on my SGT2?
Now, I wouldn't have asked these questions if I see them answered here or any other forums, so that's that. Thanks in advance for any information you might offer.

As a seasoned reader, you created a question thread in general?
Please keep all question/help threads in Q&A only. Thank you.
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"If you choose not to decide, you still have made a choice"
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Basically, you could have found all your answers simply by looking at the development section. But here they are :
AlterJack said:
Is it safe to root and mod the SGT2 to CM9?
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Yes, it is. You can root using CF-Auto-Root (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1957160) or other methods that can be found in the same section. I think CF-Auto-Root is the simplest of all. Note that you don't need to root your tab if you intend to flash CM9 (or CM10 which is also available), just follow the instructions in the dedicated thread.
Main thread for CM9 : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1727420
Main thread for CM10: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1791975
ClockworkMod recovery: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1728987
AlterJack said:
Where's the buglist of the latest stable release of CM9 for the SGT2?
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There's basically none, except the official keyboard dock is not working (although it works in AOKP). You're not concerned by IR-Blaster issue since you have a p3110.
AlterJack said:
Can you see a better battery life on CM9 compared with stock?
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I'd say the battery life is similar. Do not expect anything battery-wise. However, you'll be able to notice improvements in performance.
AlterJack said:
Should I download the latest OTA on my SGT2?
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If you intend to stay with stock firmware, yes. The 4.0.4 is much more fluid than 4.0.3, and p3110 has also an official 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean) update.
The only drawback of JB (in stock and CM10) is the loss of the Tablet UI, replaced by Phablet UI. However, you can restore Tablet UI on CM10 by using a patch, or natively in AOKP or Paranoid Android. I greatly encourage you to go through a few threads in the development section, to get a better sense of all of this. Do not hesitate though if you feel lost or puzzled.

Thank you very much for your fast responses. Yeah, @PeartFan40, I guess I embarrased myself, haha!
@Einril, it's not that I don't like stock, it's just the bloatware that Samsung installs that makes me go all kinds of green but I'd like to keep my options open if something ever happens to my tablet I can use my guarantee, you know? I read about the Triangle Away app, so I'm good in that area, but just a tiny question: is it mandatory to have it or can I live with that triangle? Also, could I install the official stock firmware later down the road if I'd like? Right now I'm downloading the latest update for my tablet so I can save an image with CWM for safekeeping.
And just for kicks, what's new in CM9 for tablets? I'll google myself what's Phablet UI, don't worry
Thanks again!

What Triangle Away does is that it resets your custom binary counter, which is incremented each time you flash a custom recovery. Flashing a custom recovery on the Galaxy Tab 2 won't show up a triangle at boot, so you can live without using Triangle Away. However, it is necessary to reset it before sending the tab for guarantee.
You can always flash official ROMs via Odin. You can look at http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&model=GT-P3110&pcode=0&os=1&type=3 to find the latest firmware for your country.
What's new in CM9 ? Compared to stock? Basically a lot of customization tools, performance tools, and a more "pure-Google" experience. But it's quite complicated to list all the differences. The best way is to try it yourself

Einril said:
What Triangle Away does is that it resets your custom binary counter, which is incremented each time you flash a custom recovery. Flashing a custom recovery on the Galaxy Tab 2 won't show up a triangle at boot, so you can live without using Triangle Away. However, it is necessary to reset it before sending the tab for guarantee.
You can always flash official ROMs via Odin. You can look at http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&model=GT-P3110&pcode=0&os=1&type=3 to find the latest firmware for your country.
What's new in CM9 ? Compared to stock? Basically a lot of customization tools, performance tools, and a more "pure-Google" experience. But it's quite complicated to list all the differences. The best way is to try it yourself
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I already installed CM9. It was complicated at first because I had some trouble with ODIN (it seems the button Auto-reset shouldn't be marked) when I installed the CWMRecovery. Now I've downloaded ROM Manager and I'm thinking if I should install the Recovery the app offers. What do you think?
I also was tinkering with the system options and the kernel doesn't have a lot of governors. Any tips on the matter?

[Q] ? About BeansCustom Rom build 10 (4.1.1)

So I've tried to down load and install the latest and greatest from Beans, I've read hundreds of pages in the developer thread for his ROM, watched the videos embedded in the thread and followed the links to DL the ROM.
I've flashed the ROM and notices that the install is different from the video and the boot up. I am not getting 4.1.1, when flashing it looks like I am only going to 4.0.4 or Build 9.
can anyone direct me to a valid download of build 10, or offer some insight on why I am not seemingly getting build 10. I have done all that is required for a clean flash, and am trying to go from rooted stock to the beans ROM.
Thanks
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He has a link in the first post in the development thread. I just downloaded it and it is running great.

rockbluff said:
He has a link in the first post in the development thread. I just downloaded it and it is running great.
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I know that, and thats the link that I followed, hence my post and confusion since I am not getting the same thing. I have gone through the DL again, and will be installing the ROM from d2vzw_JellyBeans_B10
See what happens this time around...

Good roms

What is the best full functioning custom Rom for desire s? I currently have cm7.2, but it's got problems with the Wi-Fi, it's good, but it's boring I would like an Android 4 based rom like cm10.1, but yet again that has bugs, I looked into the pac man rom looks great wanted it, but download was corrupted couldn't find another file for the desire s
Please help me find a good rom that's as great as stock but better and stable. Would like a jellybean look.

powerwill said:
What is the best full functioning custom Rom for desire s? I currently have cm7.2, but it's got problems with the Wi-Fi, it's good, but it's boring I would like an Android 4 based rom like cm10.1, but yet again that has bugs, I looked into the pac man rom looks great wanted it, but download was corrupted couldn't find another file for the desire s
Please help me find a good rom that's as great as stock but better and stable. Would like a jellybean look.
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Hi, old quote from a mod.....
"Best" ROM/kernel threads are not allowed on XDA.
Please test these things for yourself.
This is the only way you will get an unbiased opinion,and then, you can decide for yourself if it meets YOUR needs.
ps: pacman link is there, search..

Sorry for butting in, as @jmcclue said there are links in the PAC thread (mirrors) to the ROM. The link in the first post is corrupted (well, just not working when trying to flash). I think on page 180 or so of the thread there are alternate links that work.
Just as I downloaded that one and it worked fine. Even (fingers crossed) the random reboot problem I was getting initially has stopped!
I've moved from this, to CM10.2, to Carbon, back to this. It's such an amazing sturdy ROM (battery life). Ok, I've yet to tinker with the performance issues (slight lag...but doesn't impede progress or detract from it overall).
I suppose as an aside I tried the CM11 nightlies and was getting the Status 7 when trying to install. But I'm guessing that's just a recovery issue (I hope). Found a 'cheat' video where you can edit a file in the rom to bypass recovery checks...but not advisable.
Going to continue to use PAC and wait patiently for an update.

Thank you, I have been looking around I did eventually find the link earlier today for the pacRom file that works, I did't think that there was another download link until I went to the end of the thread, the very end and people had posted saying it was corrupted and people were referring to use a link previously posted, now I know that people have put links in threads I will look harder and think better. I have the rom now, yet to flash it though, hope it works out fine. I hate being new to things this is the first forum I signed up too, still getting used to the rules I will eventually get the hang of it been told off for posting to many threads searching more now. Well thanks again.

powerwill said:
Thank you, I have been looking around I did eventually find the link earlier today for the pacRom file that works, I did't think that there was another download link until I went to the end of the thread, the very end and people had posted saying it was corrupted and people were referring to use a link previously posted, now I know that people have put links in threads I will look harder and think better. I have the rom now, yet to flash it though, hope it works out fine. I hate being new to things this is the first forum I signed up too, still getting used to the rules I will eventually get the hang of it been told off for posting to many threads searching more now. Well thanks again.
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No harm done. Another little tip for ya, if u want a rom, and the op download links r down then at the top of the page ul see a box "search this thread" type mirror and then press search, usually (if there is a mirror) ul find easy.

Kitkat on gt-n8013??

I have the note 10.1 and I hear its fast enough to run kitkat, how do I get kitkat on my n8013?

This doesnt belong in the general thread but in the Q and A. Btw you can find tuturiols here in general or search one.

Guntert said:
I have the note 10.1 and I hear its fast enough to run kitkat, how do I get kitkat on my n8013?
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You CANT Officially.. Samsung Decided that those of us who bought the n8013 did not spend enough money to Deserve the update..
You can Load a Custom VERSION Thou. Read READ READ .. ITS on on here

Sorry for putting this in wrong place... I have read a few posts but understand them. Tried you tube and they were for other models, I did root already but it was like so easy it was just one click.

Guntert said:
Sorry for putting this in wrong place... I have read a few posts but understand them. Tried you tube and they were for other models, I did root already but it was like so easy it was just one click.
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If you do not care for Samnusmg stock, then I would suggest that you flash the Carbon ROM KitKat 4.4.2. This ROM is AOSP but is like cream cheese - smooooth and bug free. I have a N8013. Samsung based KitKat is a really poor effort from Samsung. It is quite average...
If you are bent on having Sam stock, try Gnabo ROM. Actually, try carl1961's method here first to get an idea of KK on the device.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2770009 .
It is a very good starting point. Be careful what recovery you flash. For all I have suggested, Philz advanced CWM recovery works smoothly.....Flash this first then theROM.
Good luck!

chappatti said:
If you do not care for Samnusmg stock, then I would suggest that you flash the Carbon ROM KitKat 4.4.2. This ROM is AOSP but is like cream cheese - smooooth and bug free. I have a N8013. Samsung based KitKat is a really poor effort from Samsung. It is quite average...
If you are bent on having Sam stock, try Gnabo ROM. Actually, try carl1961's method here first to get an idea of KK on the device.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2770009 .
It is a very good starting point. Be careful what recovery you flash. For all I have suggested, Philz advanced CWM recovery works smoothly.....Flash this first then theROM.
Good luck!
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Hello
Were can i download carbon rom for the samsung n8103 ? I'm running omni rom right now but i would like to run something different on it since i really don't have to many options for this tablet . i looked around for carbon and found nothing .

Cisco408ca said:
Hello
Were can i download carbon rom for the samsung n8103 ? I'm running omni rom right now but i would like to run something different on it since i really don't have to many options for this tablet . i looked around for carbon and found nothing .
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784870

HueyT said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784870
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Thanks Friend.

Thank u, I went and got a tab s

KitKat wanna be on my N8013
Guntert said:
I have the note 10.1 and I hear its fast enough to run kitkat, how do I get kitkat on my n8013?
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My device has become very slow but I am a downloading fool. What programs (many I have are duplicates with slightly differing features,) from file managers, to apk's utilized by most are the power hoarders?
Where can I find a copy of KitKat that is working, and AOSP as I am assuming I have to install that instead of the aroma installer I have used.
I look forward to all your help. A sort of perplexed person in Philadelphia.

I am running kit kat on my 8013 and it works great. Find "Gnabo rom" thread on xda.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2762418
Sent from my GT-N8013

Galaxy Note GT - N8013 unlock software is not listed the N8000 is; will it work?
I am begging for information to let me restore my tablet to its factory default state. As you can tell from below, I have used two 64 gig mem cards, and have only 2 gig of the 16 gig of internal storage left as I am an electronic tidbit hoarder. I want to upgrade my tablet and have a buyer if I restore the tablet to its pre purchase state. Please help as this device is not listed on GalaxyUnlocker. The closest device is the samsung N8000 ..... Any advices, opinions, hints, or feelings will all be tried.
Please help the hoarder in Philadelphia
Thank you
My device has become very slow but I am a downloading fool. What programs (many I have are duplicates with slightly differing features,) from file managers, to apk's utilized by most are the power hoarders?
Where can I find a copy of KitKat that is working, and AOSP as I am assuming I have to install that instead of the aroma installer I have used.
I look forward to all your help. A sort of perplexed person in Philadelphia.[/QUOTE]

joanno said:
I am begging for information to let me restore my tablet to its factory default state. As you can tell from below, I have used two 64 gig mem cards, and have only 2 gig of the 16 gig of internal storage left as I am an electronic tidbit hoarder. I want to upgrade my tablet and have a buyer if I restore the tablet to its pre purchase state. Please help as this device is not listed on GalaxyUnlocker. The closest device is the samsung N8000 ..... Any advices, opinions, hints, or feelings will all be tried.
Please help the hoarder in Philadelphia
Thank you
My device has become very slow but I am a downloading fool. What programs (many I have are duplicates with slightly differing features,) from file managers, to apk's utilized by most are the power hoarders?
Where can I find a copy of KitKat that is working, and AOSP as I am assuming I have to install that instead of the aroma installer I have used.
I look forward to all your help. A sort of perplexed person in Philadelphia.
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Get stock firmware from Samsung or Sammobile.com . and flash with ODIN.

Unfortunately Samsung will not be releasing any updates past 4.1.2 for the gt-n8013. They have come to the conclusion that anyone in north america does not deserve an update and will never release the update for the tablet even though they had an official press release stating we would get the update.
They don't care that you paid a premium and promised updates for this tablet. They expect you to buy a new tablet every year to get any android updates!
Two words! LEAVE SAMSUNG!

custom roms
So i rooted my gt n8013 using key root master i used root checker it said it was rooted. Now i did this with no pc just my tab .so what custom recovery should i install next that installs without a pc ? And once that is done is there a way to flash a custom rom for kit kit onto the device without a pc ? And which one do you recommend? Sorry for all the questions new to all this
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I am running kit kat on my 8013 and it works great. Find "Gnabo rom" thread on xda.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2762418
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So can this be installed without a pc

Pretty sure you need a pc to get the custom recovery installed.

Really then what does the cwm recovery app do?
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Really then what does the cwm recovery app do?

Any custom recovery needs to be designed to Work for your specific device. It may be possible to install a custom recovery with an app but you should definately do lots of reading before you attempt it.
Sent from my SM-T320

No "Development" in Settings
I'm pretty new to this, so have patience with me.
Just installed KitKat 4.4.2 on my GT-N8013. I wanted to tick the USB Debugging" checkbox, but there is no development section in the settings.
Am I missing something ?

Yes you are. In order activate the developer section you have to tap on build number about 7 or so times. That will make it appear.
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[Q&A] [ROM][N8000][N8013][N8010][4.4.2] Gnabo Rom V7 [AIR COMMAND - NOTE 2014 APPS ]

[Q&A] [ROM][N8000][N8013][N8010][4.4.2] Gnabo Rom V7 [AIR COMMAND - NOTE 2014 APPS ]
Q&A for [ROM][N8000][N8013][N8010][4.4.2] Gnabo Rom V7 [AIR COMMAND - NOTE 2014 APPS ]
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Gnabo rom v7 flash errore MD5 file not found (TWRP)
Skhulile said:
Lol yea man but with every passing of a day I feel like I owe you something.. I wish everyone here could realize what a great favor you are doing for us after Sammy ditched us, I was even planning on getting a new tablet but now not anymore coz you keep on bringing all the great features to our old tablet my classmates even get so jealous at times
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I use the TWRP recovery to install the ROM, but the tablet writes me that can not find the file MD5? how should I do? odin can not use it because I have the 4.4.2 German protected by knox. For version 6.5 I used the TWRP.

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I use the TWRP recovery to install the ROM, but the tablet writes me that can not find the file MD5? how should I do? odin can not use it because I have the 4.4.2 German protected by knox. For version 6.5 I used the TWRP.
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MD5?? sounds like a bad download I might be wrong though, try downloading the ROM again if you still have the problem change your recovery to CWM

make sure the rom size u downloaded is correct 700MB++, my first download is just around 500MB, and i need to use diff link to download again.

I don't want to update my bootloader to kitkat, still is 4.1.2. (with ARHD).
If I flash Gnabo ROM and Boeffla-Kernel, will Wifi work?
Device N8000.

Do you guys think there will ever be a working version of lollypop for our divides?
Appologies, i know its of topic. But this is probably the busiest n80xx thread going, and who's going to have a better opinion than us =)

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Do you guys think there will ever be a working version of lollypop for our divides?
Appologies, i know its of topic. But this is probably the busiest n80xx thread going, and who's going to have a better opinion than us =)
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Offical's Samsung updates are finished. Anyway, I think modder will create a Lollipop for our tablet

Gnabo Rom for Galaxy Note 10.1 (8010)
Hi,
because im new here i cannot post anywhere so i dont know if this post makes sence to you.
I just wantet to say THANK YOU for the Gnabo ROM for my Galaxy Note 10.1
It works perfect and made my tablet really interesting to use.
THX

What is the best keyboard for this rom ?

Does the keyboard depend on the rom? I use Swype + Dragon on all devices.

BlueTooth Tethering is connected but no internet
Hello,
I just moved over to this ROM V7 on my n-8013, and it's fantastic. I have an issue with Bluetooth tethering going thru my phone, the setting show it as connected (paired and connected to device for internet access) however there is no internet. The Browser prompts with " Wi-Fi connection required. Connect to Wi-Fi network and try again".
Note that WiFI tethering works fine. I prefer Bluetooth to help mask the tethering from the carrier.
Previous to Gnabo i was on another 4.4.4 based ROM where this BT tethering did work(other things did not)..
Any Ideas? I have seen dome references to a possible KK issue but it's not clear.
Thank You.
Update: if I do not flash the RPS bluetooth tethering works fine. I tried flashing be of RPS, but still had the tetherING issue.

Where is the Tab-4 Messaging App
Thanks for the new ROM- Much appreciated!
The change log talked about a Tab-4 Messaging App., but I cant find it. Is there something I need to do to activate it? I have a GT-N8013.
BTW, I did a dirty flash from Gnabo 6.5 and also lost root an WIFI on flash. Reflashing Boeffla fixed both problems...

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Please screen mirror its working? Tks
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For those who have troubles using screen mirroring with custom kernels add "wlan.wfd.hdcp=disable" in your build.prop and restart. Screen mirroring should work fine now, even with custom kernel.
For those who didn't know.
Sent from my beast called S5!

Gnabo Rom 4.4.2 for Galaxy Note 10.1 n8013
How and where can i download Boeffla Kernel 4.4.2 Bata, I have tried to find it on the site and threads, I see it but can't find the download link, I was also wondering if this is the kernel already part of the downloads in the rom forum or what kernel is it? I really like the rom great work developer he really rocks!
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Should this work for chrome casting screen mirroring adding "wlan.wfd.hdcp=disable" in your build.prop for this rom? Thanks for any help

v7 question
Hey, so far im in love with v7, but where did the task manager and close all apps buttons went from recent apps?

farfarbelove said:
Hey, so far im in love with v7, but where did the task manager and close all apps buttons went from recent apps?
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They're still here in mine.

crazyandroid said:
How and where can i download Boeffla Kernel 4.4.2 Bata, I have tried to find it on the site and threads, I see it but can't find the download link, I was also wondering if this is the kernel already part of the downloads in the rom forum or what kernel is it? I really like the rom great work developer he really rocks!
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Should this work for chrome casting screen mirroring adding "wlan.wfd.hdcp=disable" in your build.prop for this rom? Thanks for any help
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Finding the download for boeffla is a little confusing. From the op in his thread follow the link to his site. From there you see listed all the versions he supports. But you can't download from that list. Go to the top of the page left column and you will see the download option. That will take you to all the various downloads. Then just pick the one you need.
Sent from my GT-N8013

Gnabo Rom 4.4.2 for Galaxy Note 10.1 n8013
johna2u said:
Finding the download for boeffla is a little confusing. From the op in his thread follow the link to his site. From there you see listed all the versions he supports. But you can't download from that list. Go to the top of the page left column and you will see the download option. That will take you to all the various downloads. Then just pick the one you need.
Sent from my GT-N8013
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Thanks, really thanks! I ended up finding it a even harder way, man it was secure; not a easy find! I appreciate the help!!!!!

bluetooth tethering not working
if I do not flash the RPS bluetooth tethering works fine. I tried flashing v4 RPS, but still had the tethering issue.

Hello,
@mykino can you upgrade the android version to Android L?