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Hello and help.

Hello forum.
i am getting a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 tomorrow all i know is its running stock 4.2.1,i am a complete novice to Samsung Galaxy Tab 2
can someone please point me to best and easy rooting tutorials and how to flash a rom etc been reading threads and still i don't have a clue
what rom fully boots the fastest.?
any help much appriecated guys
many thanks

Hi,
to install CWM Recovery and root the tab, you can follow these instructions (point A) : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1722745
Then if you want to install a custom rom, follow these instruction (this is for CyanogenMod 10.1 but I think it is the same way to install other roms) : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2052290

sas007 said:
Hello forum.
i am getting a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 tomorrow all i know is its running stock 4.2.1,i am a complete novice to Samsung Galaxy Tab 2
can someone please point me to best and easy rooting tutorials and how to flash a rom etc been reading threads and still i don't have a clue
what rom fully boots the fastest.?
any help much appriecated guys
many thanks
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Are you purchasing new ? Or are getting this second hand ? The only reason I ask is because 4.2.1 is not the "stock" software at this time.
Mine came stock with 4.0.4, and I have read that they are now shipping with 4.1.1 installed
The only 4.2.1 version currently out is the custom CyanogenMod 10.1 ROM.
May just be a typo on your original post - but figured I would ask just in case
Regards,
Sent from my GT-P3110 using Tapatalk HD

yep your right its 4.1.many thanks for all your imput everyone very greatfull

Change the title of your thread to reflect your question. This will help others in your situation to quickly find and learn from your post, in turn hopefully preventing more 'how do I root/flash' threads.

[Q] Are all these tutorials actually different?

Hi there. I'm getting into programming and hardware modding/hacking and have decided to use my phone as my first breadboard. After perusing XDA (and other sites, and youtube) for several days I am a bit hesitant before moving forward. I understand most of the terminology I've learned, however the tutorials for actually using the concepts seem to be all over the place, or, there appears to be several thousand ways of doing the same thing.
I am asking for confirmation that I have found the correct order of operations and tutorials for what I hope to do.
I would like to install Cyanogen 10.2 on my Verizon Galaxy S3;
Model: SCH-I535(.10)
Version: 4.1.2
***As a new user I am unable to post outside links. I have posted the google search that will bring you to the video in question as the first result.***
First, Root: "wccftech root-install-cwm-recovery-on-galaxy-s3-sch-i535-android-411-412"
Second, Upgrade to 4.2.2?: Do I need to do this? Or will Cyanogen 10.2 jump me right from 4.1.2 to 4.3. If needed, I will find the proper tutorial.
Third, Flash Cyanogen 10.2: "How To Install CyanogenMod 10.2 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean on the Galaxy S3!" (Making sure I use the verizon .zip) Specifically in this tutorial: He's using the Team Win Recovery Project. Many other tutorials do not use this. Should it be used? Is this a preference thing? Is it safer or simpler to use a different program or no program at all?
Fourth: Enjoy.
Thanks in advance!

[Completed] [Q] Putting stock T-Mobile ROM on i317.

Wondering if anyone can direct me, I need instructions (and download links), I have an old Galaxy Note 2 (i317) on stock (but rooted) 4.4.2. I'm giving it to my mother who is on T-Mobile and I'd like to switch the ROM over to a stock T-Mobile one. I've tried searching the forums and my results have been mediocre. I've put on custom ROMS before, installed CWM, stuff like that, but it's been a while and I'm a little rusty so guided instructions would be great. Any guidance to the right threads (I'm sure they exist) would be really appreciated.

bigpoppapaul said:
Wondering if anyone can direct me, I need instructions (and download links), I have an old Galaxy Note 2 (i317) on stock (but rooted) 4.4.2. I'm giving it to my mother who is on T-Mobile and I'd like to switch the ROM over to a stock T-Mobile one. I've tried searching the forums and my results have been mediocre. I've put on custom ROMS before, installed CWM, stuff like that, but it's been a while and I'm a little rusty so guided instructions would be great. Any guidance to the right threads (I'm sure they exist) would be really appreciated.
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You want to flash a T-Mobile ROM on your AT&T Notes 2 ... ?!
Please check the [REF] Your One-Stop Shop for the Note II (Kernels, Roms, Guides, Modems, Etc.) thread.
There you will find (nearly) all available ROMS for your device.
If you have further questions about your device, please ask in the AT&T Galaxy Note II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting forum.

Thank you very much, just what I was looking for.

bigpoppapaul said:
Thank you very much, just what I was looking for.
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You are welcome.
Thread closed and thank you for letting me know.

[Completed] How to install a custom rom on my galaxy s3 mini and note 8.0?

Hi all,
i would like to ask how to install a custom rom onto my samsung galaxy s3 mini and note 8.0. I know there are many guides but i just made a switch from apple and i have no idea what they mean, even the clearest one.. I just want to update these devices to lollipop since they are still on 4.1.2 jelly bean. Omnirom or cyanogen or others, i dont mind, i just want an updated device. Step by step instructions on everything would be perfect thank you!! By the way, i dont have windows, only mac.

Leonardo Yip said:
Hi all,
i would like to ask how to install a custom rom onto my samsung galaxy s3 mini and note 8.0. I know there are many guides but i just made a switch from apple and i have no idea what they mean, even the clearest one.. I just want to update these devices to lollipop since they are still on 4.1.2 jelly bean. Omnirom or cyanogen or others, i dont mind, i just want an updated device. Step by step instructions on everything would be perfect thank you!! By the way, i dont have windows, only mac.
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Hi, thanks for using XDA Assist!
For best results, please post your question here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3-mini/help
That's the help forum specifically for your device.
Your device experts are located there.
Good luck!

Android Update for Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 - Suggestions and How-to

Hello everyone,
I'm new to this platform and to be honest a bit overwhelmed. Apologize if this thread is in the wrong section.
I should also mention that I'm not too familiar with technical points.
I own an old Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (P5110) which claims its Android version 4.2.2 is still the most recent one for this device.
So I'm looking for a way to update to a newer versuon, at least Android 6.
My first question is which Android version you suggest?
Second one, how exactly do I do this (is there a step by step tutorial)?
Third one what are the risks? I read something about data loss and completely broken devices?
Thank you in advance.

Hi,
Please Check This Out :
[ https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-2/galaxy-tab-2-unified/rom-slim7-t3661612/post73520377 ]
Hope I Helped You !

André-1902 said:
Hello everyone,
I'm new to this platform and to be honest a bit overwhelmed. Apologize if this thread is in the wrong section.
I should also mention that I'm not too familiar with technical points.
I own an old Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (P5110) ...
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Mate, I'm on the same boat. Same tablet, also overwhelmed The only response to your post points to some custom ROM page but the instructions are not detailed. I thought I had to throw my tablet but it seems like it still has some life to breath if I can get it a newer ROM (many apps are not supported anymore with Android 4.2).
I think the first thing to do is root the device but where to start? I'd prefer using linux with adb, etc.
There is a lot of stuff here. Is there anyone that has taken the time to write a detailed step by step guide somewhere?
BTW, my intention is not only to revive the device but to ditch all Google crap apps. In an ideal world, I would have installed a ROM from /e/ Foundation, but they do not support the device so I guess my next best bet is some custom ROM that uses LineageOS?

Hi,
First you need to root your device and install TWRP recovery:
More info here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...final-root-single-step-twrp-recovery-t3404779
It's an old thread but you'll get the idea.
See this one as well:
https://www.getdroidtips.com/twrp-recovery-samsung-galaxy-tab-2/
You'll need to find the correct version for your model otherwise you'll and up with a nice paperweight.
After this, you'll be able to back up your current ROM and install new ones. Unfortunately, I have a different model of Tab 2 that has no available custom ROM's so I can't say which ROM is better than other. I would read more in the link provided for slim roms.
To get rid of the installed bloatware and even Google apps I used SD Maid. See my thread below with what's left on my tablet (Disclaimer: it's a barebone setup and not all things work so I don't advise going that deep unless you're willing to take the risk of having a bricked tablet. You were warned!):
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...recting-samsung-tab-2-10-1-att-i497-t4079993/.
Cheers!

More things for you to read:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2203309

André-1902 said:
Hello everyone,
I'm new to this platform and to be honest a bit overwhelmed. Apologize if this thread is in the wrong section.
I should also mention that I'm not too familiar with technical points.
I own an old Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (P5110) which claims its Android version 4.2.2 is still the most recent one for this device.
So I'm looking for a way to update to a newer versuon, at least Android 6.
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You can take a look at my thread here, but you use at your own risk! It worked for me.
Complete Guide to Root and Update Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1
Hi all. Complete noob here - just wanted to document my journey for resurrecting my daughter's Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 tablet to make it usable again. It had stock rom on it (android 4.0.4) ICS and would not update. Consequently, none of the...
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