Best firmware - Samsung Galaxy S II Plus

Which firmware is the best? Stable, smooth, no random reebots..?

STOCK! I used lots of firmwares and the conclusion is that i'm back to STOCK!

Cooetzee said:
STOCK! I used lots of firmwares and the conclusion is that i'm back to STOCK!
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I know. But what stock? Germany, Spain..???
Thanks

I use my country stock...I think logical...germany is for germany, spain is for spain...and so on. Samsung made stock for each country with a reason. They didn't made same stock for all countries. I tried Spain and i see no difference from my country, Romania. As long as u use stock u dont lose ur warranty also!!!

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I9003 OS crash

hai guy, my phone yesterday after uninstall google map 5.8, it reboot and keep stay samsung logo forever, can't start the phone now. My firmware is ori froyo, anyone got idea what should i do? i wish to get back ori froyo coz i want wait for official kies GB update, don't like to flash...
help pls... very sad now..
do you remember the particular froyo firmware code which was on your phone? if yes search for that firmware in samfirmware and flash it via odin.
which country are you from?
from malaysia... should be south east asia here.. not remember my ori firmware..
wlting said:
from malaysia... should be south east asia here.. not remember my ori firmware..
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my guess it should be dxkb2.........
but am not sure maybe someone from your country can confirm.
oh yes, my phone is back after flash... thx guy... learn new thing today.. yeah!!!
wlting said:
oh yes, my phone is back after flash... thx guy... learn new thing today.. yeah!!!
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mayb u would try out the DXKF1, its latest for DX rom
connet to PC and check with Kies, to see is your phone still regonise by the them.
Malaysia version is XME, after i flush with DXKB2, it become Korea version, and Kies said the phone can not be updated.
@chongns: You need to change your CSC use *#272*<your IMEI># to change CSC to your country code http://samfirmware.com/samsunglettercode.htm

[Q] Install Other country firmware over stock Country firmware?

So I've just got my new Galaxy SII plus today and I'm sorta a total newb when it comes to the world of flashing . I'm wondering if it's possible to flash a stock firmware from another country in this case possibly a Hong Kong (I9105PZSAMH1) firmware, over a stock firmware from a different country/region of the phones origin (in this case some European countries (Italy, France, Belgium, United Kingdom etc. with the firmware number I9105PXXAMC2).
If I were to do this, would there be any side affects (like bricking) or would the phone work fine and exactly the same as it should be?
Has anyone tried this before?
Thanks in advance
Mochi-maiju said:
So I've just got my new Galaxy SII plus today and I'm sorta a total newb when it comes to the world of flashing . I'm wondering if it's possible to flash a stock firmware from another country in this case possibly a Hong Kong (I9105PZSAMH1) firmware, over a stock firmware from a different country/region of the phones origin (in this case some European countries (Italy, France, Belgium, United Kingdom etc. with the firmware number I9105PXXAMC2).
If I were to do this, would there be any side affects (like bricking) or would the phone work fine and exactly the same as it should be?
Has anyone tried this before?
Thanks in advance
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Yes bro I had been doing this practice for years. And no side effects at all. Go ahead and flash other country's frimware. Only csc differs.
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android.zealot.fervor said:
Yes bro I had been doing this practice for years. And no side effects at all. Go ahead and flash other country's frimware. Only csc differs.
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Ahh, ok , thanks! Really appreciated
May I ask what is csc? Sorry for my poor knowledge.
Mochi-maiju said:
Ahh, ok , thanks! Really appreciated
May I ask what is csc? Sorry for my poor knowledge.
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The term is an abbreviated form of Consumer Software*Customization and*denotes to a specific geographical region*
And yes *hit thanks button instead of saying. : )
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I just want to confirm, if I were to flash another stock from a different region, would I be flashing the radio (the baseband version) from that region as well?
Because I'm in Australia, and because I'm flashing a HK stock firmware over the European firmware.
and I'm unsure if the HK baseband version will work just as well as the current baseband version that I'm using. (Which is working very well)
Because apparently the radio towers in HK are closer together there, where as here they are further apart.
Mochi-maiju said:
I just want to confirm, if I were to flash another stock from a different region, would I be flashing the radio (the baseband version) from that region as well?
Because I'm in Australia, and because I'm flashing a HK stock firmware over the European firmware.
and I'm unsure if the HK baseband version will work just as well as the current baseband version that I'm using. (Which is working very well)
Because apparently the radio towers in HK are closer together there, where as here they are further apart.
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Brother,no need to flash any radio,etc.....simply flash any other country's frimware and everything will be ok.
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Upgrading via Kies...is there a way???

Hi guys.
I was wondering if there is a way we can trick Kies to recognize the phone (S2 plus NFC) that it belongs to a country that has already received the official Android 4.2. I ask this because for Romania has not yet given update to 4.2 and I do not want to use any Odin. Also, if you can fool Kies it is possible to lose your phone warranty?
If we fool Kies it is possible to return to the basic android?
Cooetzee said:
Hi guys.
I was wondering if there is a way we can trick Kies to recognize the phone (S2 plus NFC) that it belongs to a country that has already received the official Android 4.2. I ask this because for Romania has not yet given update to 4.2 and I do not want to use any Odin. Also, if you can fool Kies it is possible to lose your phone warranty?
If we fool Kies it is possible to return to the basic android?
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change CSC to one of that countries for which was released 4.2.2
smth like this
http://www.droidviews.com/how-to-change-csc-in-samsung-galaxy-phones/
or
http://en.videotutorial.ro/update-d...le-samsung-prin-schimbare-csc-tutorial-video/
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change CSC to one of that countries for which was released 4.2.2
smth like this
http://www.droidviews.com/how-to-change-csc-in-samsung-galaxy-phones/
or
http://en.videotutorial.ro/update-d...le-samsung-prin-schimbare-csc-tutorial-video/
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Thx Adisan...its quite easy to change CSC as i seen in videos....but the million dollar question is...DO I LOSE WARRANTY? And also by reverting back to original CSC i get the official update for Romania (if there is any )
Cooetzee said:
Thx Adisan...its quite easy to change CSC as i seen in videos....but the million dollar question is...DO I LOSE WARRANTY? And also by reverting back to original CSC i get the official update for Romania (if there is any )
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For warranty I think you need install original stock firmware you had when you've bought phone (for Vodafone I don't think you have one on Sammobile..)
If it will be an official update for Romania (Vodafone), you can install it via Odin from Sammobile firmware list. CSC will be modified to the stock's one.
adisan2002 said:
For warranty I think you need install original stock firmware you had when you've bought phone (for Vodafone I don't think you have one on Sammobile..)
If it will be an official update for Romania (Vodafone), you can install it via Odin from Sammobile firmware list. CSC will be modified to the stock's one.
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So if i change, for ex,to Spain CSC, and upgrade to official spanish 4.2 i will lose warranty? And to get back warranty i just need to get back to COA csc (because my phone has COA)?
Sorry i'm such a pain but i really dont wanna lose warranty by changing CSC!!!
Cooetzee said:
So if i change, for ex,to Spain CSC, and upgrade to official spanish 4.2 i will lose warranty? And to get back warranty i just need to get back to COA csc (because my phone has COA)?
Sorry i'm such a pain but i really dont wanna lose warranty by changing CSC!!!
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Exactly.

Latest firmware for 920F?

Just received an unbranded new 920F that is on C0I9 firmware and appears to be from the UAE. Sammobile shows a QOLK from TIM Italy dated Jan 4 2016.
What is the latest firmware I need without getting carrier specific bloat installed (if possible). I don't want UAE firmware.
Thanks!
hi my friend ,
well you can still install the "COK5" from "France XEF" (latest build) , it's the best release and i use it
hope you find what your searching
cheers
ryan42680 said:
hi my friend ,
well you can still install the "COK5" from "France XEF" (latest build) , it's the best release and i use it
hope you find what your searching
cheers
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Thanks.. Is this branded to a French network with boot logo and bloatware? I'm so confused with with these international versions. Also, how will future updates be delivered? I'm on AT&T.
f10a said:
Thanks.. Is this branded to a French network with boot logo and bloatware? I'm so confused with with these international versions. Also, how will future updates be delivered? I'm on AT&T.
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Hi. Yeah...I'm using international versions now as well. You can get updates via Kies...but I've noticed some regions get updates faster and at different times. I've found just keep track of unbranded and Odin them when u feel like upgrading. My phone was originally UAE...I just turned it into DDE (German) OK2 firmware. Runs great....ZERO bloat. It's awesome. I'm on TMO
France XEF gets fast updates trust me, and about bloadtwares it's good enough for me so is for u i hope, and no special boot logo only the original
cheers
I am unable to flash any firmware with odin without error, can you help?

New G930F, wish to downgrade FW

Hi, I'm in the US and I received my new S7 G930F International today with baseband G930FXXU1DQB1, Android 7.0 and wish to downgrade to Marshmallow 6.01, where can I find the proper FW for this?
From what I've been able to find so far I have this,
XX = COUNTRY CODE (Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom)
jkeuclid said:
Hi, I'm in the US and I received my new S7 G930F International today with baseband G930FXXU1DQB1, Android 7.0 and wish to downgrade to Marshmallow 6.01, where can I find the proper FW for this?
From what I've been able to find so far I have this,
XX = COUNTRY CODE (Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom)
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Hi mate
Use an app like PhoneInfo to find out what is your active CSC , this will tell you what country is the firmware from
You can flash the firmware of any country you want , just make sure that its CSC has the country specific features you need ( like Wif calling or VoLTE)
MAX 404 said:
Hi mate
Use an app like PhoneInfo to find out what is your active CSC , this will tell you what country is the firmware from
You can flash the firmware of any country you want , just make sure that its CSC has the country specific features you need ( like Wif calling or VoLTE)
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Thanks @MAX 404, I'll check that out and will post back once I know.
jkeuclid said:
Thanks @MAX 404, I'll check that out and will post back once I know.
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Here are the shots...
jkeuclid said:
Here are the shots...
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Hi mate
You have and unbranded Panamanian firmware
My question would be is it working good in the USA , are you missing any carrier option like wifi calling or VoLTE?
If not you can use any of the 6.0.1 from here (TPA)
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?r=TPA&v=&q=g930f&exact=1
Here you use Odin and i would use AP, BL , CP and CSC ....not quite sure if you could use home_csc to save your data, using CSC will factory reset your phone....i would use that option
This option here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvq2-XRisDI
Downgrade your phone and save your data but is not a 100% downgrade as it does not flash the bootloader and the modem.......
Why you want to downgrade anyhow?
MAX 404 said:
Hi mate
You have and unbranded Panamanian firmware
My question would be is it working good in the USA , are you missing any carrier option like wifi calling or VoLTE?
If not you can use any of the 6.0.1 from here (TPA)
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?r=TPA&v=&q=g930f&exact=1
Here you use Odin and i would use AP, BL , CP and CSC ....not quite sure if you could use home_csc to save your data, using CSC will factory reset your phone....i would use that option
This option here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvq2-XRisDI
Downgrade your phone and save your data but is not a 100% downgrade as it does not flash the bootloader and the modem.......
Why you want to downgrade anyhow?
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Hi @MAX 404, thanks for that link, it's a genuine PITA sifting thru all of the firmware over there. I'm with Consumer Cellular (AT&T) and the reason for the downgrade (6.01), I want to just root (CF-Auto-Root) without a custom recovery atm.
Also, things seem to be running fine with this firmware, data etc. though I haven't used it much. I don't use WiFi calling so have no real need for that. Curious, though what would be a better or closer firmware other than Panama as I have to admit I'm a bit overwhelmed with the sheer number of firmware choices.
jkeuclid said:
Hi @MAX 404, thanks for that link, it's a genuine PITA sifting thru all of the firmware over there. I'm with Consumer Cellular (AT&T) and the reason for the downgrade (6.01), I want to just root (CF-Auto-Root) without a custom recovery atm.
Also, things seem to be running fine with this firmware, data etc. though I haven't used it much. I don't use WiFi calling so have no real need for that. Curious, though what would be a better or closer firmware other than Panama as I have to admit I'm a bit overwhelmed with the sheer number of firmware choices.
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Know makes sense...
All of them are pretty much the same no big difference other than what i mention and that some of them may upgrade sooner than others....
Check UK unbranded , is good and maybe a little closer
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?r=BTU&v=&q=g930f&exact=1
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jkeuclid said:
Hi @MAX 404, thanks for that link, it's a genuine PITA sifting thru all of the firmware over there. I'm with Consumer Cellular (AT&T) and the reason for the downgrade (6.01), I want to just root (CF-Auto-Root) without a custom recovery atm.
Also, things seem to be running fine with this firmware, data etc. though I haven't used it much. I don't use WiFi calling so have no real need for that. Curious, though what would be a better or closer firmware other than Panama as I have to admit I'm a bit overwhelmed with the sheer number of firmware choices.
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Pick the newest one of the 6.0.1
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=8CDD4CDBC73111E69215FA163EE8F90B
MAX 404 said:
Know makes sense...
All of them are pretty much the same no big difference other than what i mention and that some of them may upgrade sooner than others....
Check UK unbranded , is good and maybe a little closer
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?r=BTU&v=&q=g930f&exact=1
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Pick the newest one of the 6.0.1
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=8CDD4CDBC73111E69215FA163EE8F90B
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Yep, got the 12/2016 ver, thanks Max.
Question, is there a logical reason why there isn't a more USA proper ver?
jkeuclid said:
Yep, got the 12/2016 ver, thanks Max.
Question, is there a logical reason why there isn't a more USA proper ver?
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Yes, In the USA they do not have the G930F ( exynos chipset) they comercialice the snapdragon version.....with a lock bootloader
Myself i think the one you got is better
That is why you do not have a G930F USA firmware
MAX 404 said:
Yes, In the USA they do not have the G930F ( exynos chipset) they comercialice the snapdragon version.....with a lock bootloader
Myself i think the one you got is better
That is why you do not have a G930F USA firmware
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You know, I never thought of that shame on me, makes total sense. I will try out the UK stuff today, will let you know.
jkeuclid said:
You know, I never thought of that shame on me, makes total sense. I will try out the UK stuff today, will let you know.
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it happens mate
Good luck , let us know how it goes
MAX 404 said:
it happens mate
Good luck , let us know how it goes
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Quick question, just so I'm square on this, I read somewhere but forgot where, how these files are handled, in their respective slots, CSC, CP, BL, AP but what is done if at all of the "HOME" file?
Edit: I found that it should be ignored and just use the regular CSC file, I do opt for a full wipe anyhow.
jkeuclid said:
Quick question, just so I'm square on this, I read somewhere but forgot where, how these files are handled, in their respective slots, CSC, CP, BL, AP but what is done if at all of the "HOME" file?
Edit: I found that it should be ignored and just use the regular CSC file, I do opt for a full wipe anyhow.
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Hi
That is right , you should use home_csc only if is the same one that is in your phone and you want to keep the user date , with CSC you will wipe the phone and have a clean install...better that way
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