yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
Just downloaded GpsFix from the market, will report back.

https://market.android.com/details?id=com.androidlab.gpsfix&hl=en
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] talhawasti:
I somehow got the GPS to work a little better, but in doing so, my data speeds on Rogers have gone significantly gone down. This only happened once I flashed a 2.3.4 on my phone and then back to the Bell firmware. Anyone have any idea how to fix this?

My phone's firmware is the Bell firmware but the kernel is a Chainfire one.

Can someone tell me what the kernel is exactly.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
What did you do?

Mine was fairly quick to lock today while driving. Reminds me of first GPS I used back in 2000, had to be moving to get a reliable location.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dsixda:
I've had very good experience with my Galaxy S2's GPS until today. I was visiting Toronto and was having trouble getting a lock for 20 minutes. The GPS Status app said there were 3 or 4 satellites, but none would lock or the number of satellites would go down to 1 or 2.

Then after 20 minutes, I received an email in my Gmail account and immediately afterwards I got 10 out of 11 satellites locked at the same time! Somehow Gmail was the trigger...
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
GpsFix didn't do anything for me,

FasterFix however is the ticket

.

Root + Busybox required.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=825717

I set my region to North America, and it was quicker. I then noticed you can enter a custom server, I entered ca.pool.ntp.org, and it was lightening quick. My server had been set to either Europe or Asia out of the box; should have paid closer attention to that, but either way it was not NA or Canada. I noticed that the location time of my GPS vs my actual location's time was off by ~1.5 minutes, it's now bang on.

Accuracy has been improved dramatically.

ntp servers:

http://www.pool.ntp.org/zone/north-america

I use Ulysse Gizmos 1.6.2 for GPS info. Perhaps compare you system time vs the reported "Location time". This is the key.

http://www.appbrain.com/app/ulysse-gizmos/com.binarytoys.ulysse
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] koreancanuck:
It's just the stock kernel+root+busybox.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xOptic:
Hi, this is my first post and i've been researching for a while through the forum and I haven't found anything near close except for the thread started by kennypowersnow. It has information relating it but does not actually have a tutorial or a step by step process. I would really appreciate it if someone would help me out :(

Carrier: Bell Canada

Model Number: GT-I9100M

Android Version: 2.3.3

Baseband Version: I9100MUGKG2

Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7-I9100MUGKG2-CL371789dh120.yoo@SEP-48#2

Build Number: GINGERBREAD.UGKG2
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KayvinM:
What do you need help with? Rooting?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] talhawasti:
After rooting I noticed that I never got the CWM app. Is there any other way to get the CWM app.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dsixda:
If you install a kernel other than CF-Root, then chances are it doesn't have CWM Manager.

Just install this separately:

http://www.4shared.com/file/aLgRbqn1/CWMManager.html
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] funrunner:
I'm in the same boat! Is there an insecure UGKG2 kernel? I would like to root my phone.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
I rooted with a CF kernel and then flashed the Bell kernel back on. I've lost some of the cwm functionality but havent confirmed what yet. Most importantly root remained.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] coolzy:
i am running the same and i find that i lose data connection all the time in Toronto.

Im flashing back to a different rom, i think its a kernal issue.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] superspacey:
i got a virgin mobile s2 flashed to lightning rom... at the beginning my gps lock was fast but now i can't get a lock for some reason. i will try this fix and report back!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] np231:
No

No, there is not. You will have to use other XXKG2 kernels, once you flash using other insecure kernel, you will get root. At this point, flash the stock kernel back using the same method via Odin. You will be back to stock kernel and you will have root.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] funrunner:
Ok thanks! Any chance an insecure UGKG2 coming out soon?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
Apologies if I should have started a new thread for this, but it's related to CWM and the functionality lost after the Bell kernel has been flashed back on.

Has anyone done testing under this scenario to verify which functions are lost, and which functions are retained?

All I've done thus far after re-installing the Bell Canada kernel:

-Reboot works

-install .apk works

-I *think* flash a kernel works, going on a foggy memory here

-able to boot into CWM recovery, but I didn't attempt to do anything other than "reboot now".
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DavidB88:
How do I go about updating my unlocked, and rooted Bell GS2 (running on rogers now) to 2.3.4? I'm kind of confused about the process!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] daitienshi:
has anyone tried KG6? Can you root/unlock this to use with Rogers?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KayvinM:
Just pick any 2.3.4 of your choosing from this thread and just follow the instructions posted.

I did briefly and yes you can root with CF-Root. If you have already unlocked it will not re-lock itself if you flash a different Rom. If you need to unlock it just root it first and use the "galaxy s unlock" app by helroz found in the market.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jon3sh:
Yeah you can I tried already and flashed nimphetamine 2.1.3 kernel and Bell modem.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Denwa:
I was with rogers for 3 painful years. They have had a ton of issues with messaging dates. I think they were all in EST and I was on the west coast. They "fixed" it but I think people with unlocked phones still had issues.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] joecastrignano:
Hey guys, I'm super new to Android. Hoping someone can help me. I just bought an SGS2 off of someone and its already rooted and running 2.3.3

How can I tell what kind of root was used and how will I know what roms/themes I can install.

The phone says the following:

Baseband: I9100MUGKG2

Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7-I9100JPKG2-CL342890

root@DELL104 #2

Build Number: GINGERBREAD.UGKG2

Thanks guys
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] joecastrignano:
Anyone who can help?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] amandureja:
Hey guys, I just wanna know: if I flash stock XXKH3 via Odin, will it wipe my phone? If not, what gets changed?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Denwa:
No. Just the modem (baseband) changes. you can also do this with CMW or other Rom managers from within the OS.

For example, I'm running leomar75's Revolution 2.6 rom, and using his kitchen pro app I can change modems and kernels, & mods with ease and without wiping.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kennypowersnow:
Call display Rogers Network

The phone displays the number of the person calling, but not the name of the person unless they are stored in the phone. with the iphone it would tell me the name and number of the person, with this phone it only displays the number....any thoughts?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
IIRC before I paid Rogers to go away, that was an extra.

Edit: http://www.rogers.com/web/content/add-ons/callingservices?tab2_content&submenu1
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] roni2915:
Unlocking :(

Hey, Im on 2.3.5 XXKI3 firmware on Bell Mobility, successfully rooted as well.

Now im trying to unlock my phone and I used Galaxy S Unlock app and I do go through the steps (3 of them), and after the 2nd step the device reboots as well. But the thing is after 3rd (last step) it asks me create bak files, when i click yes, nothing happens!

shouldnt i get a pop up saying ur phone is unlocked or sumthing?

is there any other way to unlock the phone.

thanks :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Denwa:
There is a hidden code you can type into the phone app that will show sim lock status or try another branded dim.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Denwa:
If you need to check your unlock status then here is the code (enter it like a phone number without hitting send).

*#7465625# (View Phone Lock Status)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] roni2915:
great, thanks =]
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fomoz:
Hello.

I installed Android 2.3.5 (XXKI3) on my rooted SGS2 from Bell in an attempt to fix battery drain. At this point I have realized that my phone needs repairs under warranty. I know that Bell hasn't released the original firmware, but do I have any options at all other than waiting for them to release it?

I've ordered the USB Jig so that I can reset the Custom Binary Counter, so this shouldn't be a problem. I'm afraid that they will still tell me that my warranty is voided since I installed firmware which is for a different region.

Is there a way to maybe create a back-up of a stock Bell SGS2 and upload that image to my phone?

Thanks!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
Stock bits are here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1193695
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fomoz:
Saw the link after reading this thread more carefully, was about to delete my post. Thanks!

Btw, I still need to wait for my USB Jig to arrive, as there is no way to reset the counter otherwise, correct?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jon3sh:
Nice!!! Mine shows all off :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jon3sh:
Thats right you will still need usb jig to reset counter.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
As far as I know, correct. Flashing zimages after rooting removes the triangle, but doesn't reset the counter.

Curious, what's the issue with your phone?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fomoz:
I spilled water on it, now I have a problem similar to androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-s/154080-usb-connected-notification-stays-after-usb-disconnected.html

I'll try his solution, but if it doesn't work, I'll send it for repairs.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Denwa:
One thing to try while waiting for you jig. A "full factory reset" move anything you want to keep off the internal storage first.

Google sgs2 phone codes. Should be easy to find. You enter them via dialer.

The above fixed my wifi issue thst developed. I had full wiped. Changed kernels, modems and reinstalled factiry rom and still gad ussues. .. till the reset.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rafeba:
Gps fix solution

Hi guys! for me the solution was ...

1. Download the file gps.conf for your Geography Zone:North America

2. Then COPY the gps.conf to your internal sdcard (ROOT) to the folder system/etc

( First Please Backup your old gps.conf. To copy the new file you will need a explorer like ASTRO Explorer or Super Manager or Root Explorer to "Mount R/W (Read/Write)" I recomend the Root Explorer.)

3. Reboot
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Denwa:
Or... download fasterfix from market. Set ntp north america or add canada.ntp.org to the list.

Find a gps app (like gps status from market) that has manual a-gps download feature and download a-gps data.

Might also want to play with control plane on or off. Access via phone code. Search for sgs2 phone codes. (Actually i posted a link a few posts back). There's a long list of them. You enter them in at dialer.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Canadoc:
Is this a software temporary unlock?

If i update or change rom or unroot will I lose unlock?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Denwa:
No. You will stay unlocked.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tupo05:
Hi there,

My sister just bought a white SII from Europe (Build: KF3). I believe it's unlocked because when I dialed *#7465625# everything says: OFF. My question is:

- Will she be able to use it in Canada (Bell) if I upgrade her to latest Stock KJ3 (which is 2.3.5) or any custom ROM like CriskeloROM ?

I don't wanna mess with her phone before attempting anything lol.

Thanks in advance.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
Yup, no problem at all. As you may know our model is the same as theirs, same networks etc...

Sent from my MicroTAC 9800X using speech to fax modem
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tupo05:
Thank you mate. So no need to flash special modem once in canada?

Thanks button hit
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ibigfire:
This seems all very convoluted.

I put my phone into USB Development mode and ran SuperOneClick. It seems to have worked and it installed some program called SuperUser. I don't know what SuperUser does or why it's there, but whatever. It was super easy and didn't seem as weird as having to flash a rom using cf-root and then flashing back. I seem to have kept the same rom and it's just rooted now, I guess.

I thought this would let me uninstall the dumb stuff that came preinstalled on my phone because it gives me root access, which is apparently awesome and all powerful and whatnot. It doesn't appear to let me do that. So... I want to uninstall Bell's bloatware. I don't NEED any new features, I'm happy with staying with my current carrier so I don't think I need to unlock the sim (cuz' that's all that does I think, right?) and I'm worried about installing a new rom or kernel or whatever because I don't want any GPS problems or homescreen lag and it seems like people are having issues because no new rom/kernel or whatever has been made based off of our current one. I wouldn't mind upgrading, but I don't want to LOSE any actual features, only potentially gain some new good ones.

So if I can't upgrade, that's fine. Is there any way to uninstall the bloatware without installing a whole new rom, and can this be done without losing all my contacts and stuff? Not a big deal if I have to lose my contacts and text message history and settings and stuff, I've only had the phone a few weeks, but I'd rather not if possible.

I promise I've spent hours reading and getting more and more confused and lost... I have put in my time, honest. I just feel dumb right now, and I'm sorry, I know I should probably be able to understand this on my own... I'd really appreciate some help, thank you.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
Not unless you're unhappy with the performance. XXKI4 has been the best modem for me, but I'd imagine what's best for me in Calgary can differ from what's good for someone else in another part of the country.

---------- Post added at 10:40 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:31 AM ----------

Superuser allows apps to have root access as well. You can uninstall the bloatware's apks by using Root Explorer, or alike, I use ES File Explorer, and navigating to the system/app folder. Alternatively adb can be used, but that's a separate learning curve.

system/app = system apps,

data/app = user apps.

Titanium back up is well worth the cost of the Pro version; you can b/u apps, "freeze" them, uninstall them, reinstall them from b/u when you realized the app you just deleted borked your phone, revert updates, etc... This is preferable to deleting apps from your system folder until you figure out how things work.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] antzlisoul:
Device not supported via Kies

Hi All,

I have a SG2 from Virgin and I rooted using superoneclick and flash it with ODin. The problem is when i flashed my device, I was a total noob and I didn't know what was I doing, I was just following instruction online. So base on my phone information this is what I got now.

Model Number: GT-I9100M

Android Version: 2.3.3

Baseband version: I9100MUGKF6

Kernel version: 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKDD-CL161513root@DELL103#2

Build number: GINGERBREAD.UGKF6

My concern is that when I go to KIES, it says that my device is not supported for upgrade via KIES. So I did a research and found that the original Firmware for SG2 on Virgin should be GT-I9100MLKABMC with PDA of I9199MUGK2.

Now there are a few questions raised base on these facts:

1) if in the future, the official ICS update are available in KIES, do I need to flash from my current ROM (i assumed my current ROM is UGKF6??) to the original firmware in order for KIES to allow me to upgrade?

2) If I do Flash my ROM to original stock ROM, will I stay unlocked using the Galaxy S Unlock? I am using the phone often overseas.

3) Is my current version of firmware a good one? or should I go back to the Stock anyways?

Hopefully somebody can help me on this.

Thanks in advance.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] NeoCream:
Hey guys, I just checked out this script

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=991276

It's v6 Supercharger... works for xperia arc, too. The device is now more responive and has less lag. Give it a try.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] kistigun:
going to check it out.

@NeoCream; wich settings did you use?
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] dondavis007:
I just installed option 4 and everything seems to work like it should. Dont feel any different so far but this is really interestning, please share your findings.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] NeoCream:
before I installed the script (with option 3) I had AutoKiller Memory Optimizer installed. I removed the app and just let the script handle the memory.

The system feels as fluid as with the app but the script does not force my launcher (GO Launcher EX) to redraw the icons in certain situations. Scrolling and everything works as good as with the AutoKiller Memory App... just without the nasty side-effect e.g. re-drawing launcher-icons.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] kistigun:
you used aggressive2 or balanced 3?
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] NeoCream:
I used 'Balanced 3 Settings' -> Option 6 (and not 3 like i stated in my previous posts, sorry :rolleyes:)
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] gk_terato:
niceee. thanks for sharing. using option 8 512mb megaram with the 100mb cut off not the 125 one. I used the autotask killer or whatever it was and it kept redrawing the launcher..doesnt happen anymore! very lovely.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] GetPatriotized:
Will this work on Xperia Play? Stock Rom? Rooted 2.3.3?
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] dondavis007:
It say it will work on any rooted rom. Give it a try. Its not about the hardware so it will problably work.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] kistigun:
i'm using it now for a few houres and i must say i'm very inpressed. My Arc is much more responsive en no more redrawing the launcher :)
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] dubist:
i dont see any improvements :D

i have everytime about 180mb Free Ram

and without this script.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] STYJ:
Hi there , when I tried to install V6 Supercharger , it requires Busybox 1.18.2 OR LOWER but how do we get a previous version of that app ?
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] NeoCream:
Open up Busy Box and you should see on the top of the page a drop down menu where you can chose which version of busy box you want to install. After selecting your version of choice just hit the install button! :-)
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] STYJ:
When you say open up busy box , do you mean in the market ? or do i have to download it then open up ?
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] NeoCream:
When you have Busy Box installed it should show up in the app drawer (where you have all your other apps).

Just launch it from there.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] adamtan:
works like a charm. noticeable less lag after running script. Thanks!
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] Flo95:
What settings do you guys exactly use? And which fits best for the Arc?

And does it remove the ability to do OTA updates like removing system apps?
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] NiMH_999:
The app is actually called 'Busybox installer' download it from the market and then after it has been installed, open it then click the drop down list at the top then choose the version of busybox you want to install. This app will download and install the version of busybox you want
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] Vintiem:
just annoying, can't get it to work

installed busybox 1.18.1 (via busybox installer)

Script manager installed from market

V6 script in root of SD card

In script manager only checked: browse as root

Open V6 turbo....txt and checked only run as root

set 1 (for scrolling text) and after this option 6

after this chosen option 17 (exit)

reboot phone. when I want to check if it works fine and open Script manager again, V6 turbo.txt with only run as root checked, nothing has changed. I have to choose scrolling text value again

Someone see what I do wrong?

Kind regards

Vintiem
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] ShyamSasi:
It works great .. Really can feel the difference .. :D

Thanks NeoCream
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] lukesjeans:
it worked great for me. told me to run data/99SuperCharger.sh at boot but I cant acces the Data folder. Its forbidden. hmm I can access the system/
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] punkmonkey1984:
Im not sure if this is correct.

but Maybe the OP can clear this up.

Do you follow the instructions here for it load up on every reboot:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1017291
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] lukesjeans:
after it reboot i didnt reopen app and it seems as snappy. Does it need to open app on ever reboot?
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] dondavis007:
I have some freezez with both option 4 and 6,but apps are much more responsive . With option 8 there are no data/app multitasking but the iPhone approach makes your phone fly.

Still looking för the Ultimate combination, so please share!
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] george232:
Don't know if it's faster in normal use yet, but it boots extremely fast now...quite impressive.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] mariolouis:
You must tick browse as root both in the menu and in the browser.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] thatsupnow:
Yea yea it worked great on my play

Sent thru the air!
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] babygau:
when open v6 supercharger again, you should notice the line that mention your minfree, double check if it match the "prior v6" or not.

One possible reason is you haven't set the 99supercharger.sh at /data to "run at boot".

Everything gonna be ok ;)
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] kistigun:
how do you do that?

Edit: never mind, found it
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] babygau:
open script manager, click setting menu, choose config mode, u will see a check box named "browse as root", tick that box, then back to folder /data, u will find the script named 99supercharger.sh, click on that file, choose both "run as root" & "run at boot", ur done then.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] DemonicHawk:
What settings are you guys choosing? I'm not really noticing any significant difference..

Edit: I'm using option 2
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] adamtan:
as one mentioned above, you need to enable run at boot.

I choose option 3, boot up and overall performance is much faster.

been using for days and not much problem yet.
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] GetPatriotized:
Does this work on Xperia Play?
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] babygau:
it is reportedly working on all xperia family ;) bcoz this script do some behind-the-scenes tweak on the android original kernel that is the foundation of all android devices :)
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] babygau:
Make sure u have ur script booted at start-up and use the following combination

step 1: choose option 6 (balanced 3) coz most of arc users using this option (for me, i choose option 8 :P

step 2: running option 11 (OOM grouping fixes + HTK launcher) <~~ this make sure your memory kernel tweaked and your home launcher not redrawed

step 3: reboot and run the script again to check ur result
[Xperia Arc Themes and Apps] kistigun:
anyone else having problems with script manager? after the new update i only can use it once. after that it crashes and i have to reinstall