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[Galaxy S I9000 General] rannikkohurri:
Saunalahti, XXJVU-rom, roaming fixed

Thank you so much!

Updated my Samsung Galaxy S to XXJVU after some failed attempts at ICS.

Had gotten hold of some version, where my favoured Scandinavian keyboards wasn't optional either. I set the correct APN, but the "R"(roaming) wouldn't disappear.

Got internet connection when I had roaming enabled, not otherwise.

Checked my online-billing statistics from my operator, Saunalahti. Stats updates very often

and it stated I had been using my own connection for a couple of minutes,

all OK so far, but I don't want to have roaming enabled...

Transferred the file into /system/etc/ with Root Browser-app, got the phone rooted already.

Rebooted.

R disappeared, no roaming, 3G working.

Checked my statistics again. Minutes, kb:s had been ticking on my monthly flat rate.

Just as it should be.

By the way, in system/etc/ I found another file: apns-conf.xml , listing some apn-carriers,

but, in my case, mainly Asian or Brazilian, no sign of anything close to Scandinavia.

Maybe it also could be possible to replace that one with a correctly localised version?

But these spnOverrides worked for me, so I'm happy, thanks!
[Galaxy S I9000 General] L0kiii:
Just wanted to inform that CM9 now has an option to enable national roaming only. In my case (Telfort NL) it got rid of the annoying R :) Don't know about other ICS roms...
[Galaxy S I9000 General] laakkus:
Also using kf1 or kb3 radios helps.
[Galaxy S I9000 General] hones90:
I rooted my phone and isntalled the Root Browser, but when i tried to move the spn-conf file it said failed to move. What could the problem
[Galaxy S I9000 General] laakkus:
Mount as r/w.

If you are on ics, the spn-fix won't probably work.
[Galaxy S I9000 General] hones90:
I downloaded Mount /system (rw / ro) app and mounted system dir as r/w but it still didn't work. I made the system dir r/w from the app and also from boot. I tried transfering it with Root Browser and Astro both said either failed or access denied or something. I'm running XXJW4 and did CF-Root. Can't understand whats wrong. Is there another way to make system dir r/w or what?

Also when I browse the folders with Root Browser or Astro I find that etc folder before system dir like /etc and also inside the system dir /system/etc. The etc folder seems to have the same files inside both folders but are they the same or is it a bug or what?
[Galaxy S I9000 General] hones90:
Downloaded Super Manager and gave it root access and now it finally worked! :) it still goes for roaming for a second in boot but thats propably normal. Do still have manually configured your APN? I too have Saunalahti.
[Galaxy S I9000 General] hones90:
Has anyone who has Saunalahti as an operator got Oma Saunalahti app working? It worked when I had 2.3.3 stock installed but started complaining about only working on their on network when I installed XXJVU and XXJW4. Those both had the roaming problem but now that its "fixed" it still doesn't work.
[Galaxy S I9000 General] laakkus:
Never had any problems with it. I have been using it with 2.x and 4.x Android roms. Now my modem is Kf1. roaming is "fixed" automatically with it.
[Galaxy S I9000 General] hones90:
Can change the modem to which ever with odin? And if i can, which is the best and where can i download it? Also if i could have some instructions would be nice.
[Galaxy S I9000 General] laakkus:
I usually use flash versions and cwm.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dav_Edward:
Although I've flashed non-phone devices in the past (routers, PAP2, Ipod classic, etc.) This is the first time I'm going to be flashing a SmartPhone that I've ordered which I should be getting very soon.

I ordered a Samsung Galaxy S II and have been crawling the forum trying to learn all I can before I try rooting and unlocking my phone when I get it. But I'm having trouble deciding on a few things.

Hopefully my question can become a guide for other new people who are just starting off like me.

Rooting:

To begin, I'm trying to figure out what's best for rooting.

I've looked at a few different methods..

Chainfire's direct method: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1103399

lyriquidperfection's one-click method: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1125414

CLShortFuse's one-click method: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=803682

LitePro's ROM and Root method all-in-one: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1095274

All of these have their own merits. But I'm trying to figure out the best approach for myself.

Although Lightn'ing (LitePro's) looks interesting and I may try that ROM later, for now I want to avoid changing the ROM till I know I like the phone. So I'm looking at the first three choices.

The one that I think I would be able to do easiest is either lyriquidperfection's or CLShortFuse's methods as they both are one-click solutions and I just need to grab the right kernels.

I don't know if there's any reason I would want to go with Chainfire's instead of the two previously mentioned. If there is please let me know.

I asked this question on the respective threads but as of posting haven't gotten an answer of if there's any reason to flash the original kernel back after rooting and if I keep root if I flash it back.

I also don't know much about the use of Jigs to avoid the flash counter going up. Is there any reason I need to worry about the flash counter going up? Is there a limit on number of flashes on a phone?

Unlocking:

For unlocking I looked at:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1092451

However it seems for my specific phone (Virgin/Bell) we use this method as posted in the same thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=16482293#post16482293

This seems pretty much straight-forward. I just got to root the phone then get and run the app mentioned. Phone will crash/reboot and then no SIM lock.

If there's anything that seems wrong with this let me know please.

Other stuff:

At some stage here I want to be able to back up the stuff on the phone and get other typical tools.

I keep hearing about ClockWorkMod constantly and it seems to be a tool for backing up the phone data and making it easier to flash stuff in without use of ODIN.

I haven't found clear documentation on how I would do this on the SGII specifically.

I also here Titanium backup (sp?) is also a good idea to install at some point.

Is there other apps or otherwise I should be looking into before I start this journey into the wonderful world of hacked smartphones?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dav_Edward:
-This is a place marker for me making amendments so that later this may be more or less a guide for other beginners-
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] B3311:
Thorough stuff, props to you sir - you know search;) so you'll get your first thanks...

I would advice you to go with Chainfire's method. It's the easiest and most versatile method IMO. Definitely the best for beginners because you keep your stock ROM yet still are rooted and get Clockwork Mod.

The installed CWM (Clockwork Mod) Manager app with Chainfire's work is an easy way to see what it does - basically you can backup and restore your whole system/device, plus flash custom ROM/kernels/themes etc. Look into the flashing part later - baby steps are good here!

Titanium Backup is an excellent backup app for backing up/restoring apps and data, as opposed to the whole system. Buy the Pro version, definitely worth it.

I also like My Backup (also on Market), excellent for backing up contacts/SMS/MMS. The free version is a 30 day trial.

Can't help with unlocking, never needed to - sure others can help.

Good luck:)

Edit - JJ beat me too it, hadn't seen his post. Must type faster...
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dav_Edward:
@JJEgan & @B3311, thanks for the useful information.

I was going to try those one-click methods because I thought those were the more newbie friendly methods. Thanks for the information to try using Chainfire's instead.

I will try using Chainfire's method instead with your advice when I get the phone. Having the tools like his CWM hopefully will make things easier.

I am a bit concerned though about his mention that Rom Loader won't work with his version of the build. I'd still like the ability to use custom roms down the road once I learn how to properly back up the phone so I can experiment with various roms till I find the one I like most.

Any advice about using rom loader or other possible difficulties using Chainfire's kernel?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JJEgan:
Most just put custom rom on sd card and flash via CWM .

Sorry no nothing about Rom Loader .

jje
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dork05:
I would also advice using CF-Root. I was scared of rooting my phone, but after using CF-Root, I don’t know why I was so scared. The process took a little over 30 seconds (I need practice). To me at lease I think it’s the easiest method, you just need to make sure to download the right kernel.

EDIT:

Get a UBS jig, After rooting, I had the "yellow triangle" I turned off phone, removed battery, inserted jig, put back battery, entered download mode, restarted phone and no more "yellow triangle" :)
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] sumeshd:
this is not my development or anything..

The entire credits go to the OP of following thread..

I m just posting the thread here to bring it into attention to those who dont know about it or are searching for the same..

this is the greatest largest collections of lockscreen themes for our beloved MIUI..thnx to bmarko for that..enjoy..

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1134657
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] netcitizen:
are there any battery mods for MIUI ?

circular , Hoolm's circle style etc.
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] avetny:
holly **** !! looks SICK
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] coljuay:
but it's for MIUI ROMs only right? Miui roms doesnt seem to support SII?

PLS correct me if I'm wrong.
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] sumeshd:
bro get out in real world..r u living in a mice hole??!!!

there is a gr8 port of miui for sgs2 thnx to Bmarko..

and development is almost complete..almost everything working..
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] sumeshd:
http://forums.miuiandroid.com/showt...09.08-1.8.5-NeonGT-0.9-and-NeonBT-0.7-Refined

enjoy bro..

View attachment 684084
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] coljuay:
thanks for sharing.. I'll get into the dev's world. No disrespect to anyone in xda nor you, but I'm living in a far more exciting world not your type of "mice hole"

Not everybody is always free to explore every single developer's world, that's why this forum is here for? So that users can share and help each other not mock or pass sarcastic comments.
[HTC Sensation] GideonX:
Anyone else notice everyone and their moms has a rom out in the dev section now?

There were maybe 3-4 options about a week ago. I think I counted about a dozen in there now :eek:
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
And that's a problem how?
[HTC Sensation] GideonX:
Didn't say it was a problem did I? :confused:

Just shocked that in just a few days so many are available.
[HTC Sensation] mcpothead:
The increase coincided with us getting perm root nothing strange about it if you ask me :)
[HTC Sensation] GideonX:
Just surprised a bit with the huge boom in dev work. I also have a g2x, it's been open for all since release and it hasn't seen as much work.
[HTC Sensation] robotnoize:
Xda as a whole I think love HTC phones more that's why. Nexus one-mytouch-g1 massive amount of Roms
[Windows Phone 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Boing7898:
Hey guys. Today I was playing with my LG Optimus 7 and with the code in this thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1172814 and the MFG.

I don't know what I did but after exiting I locked the phone, when I returned there was the 3G icon but couldnt open Google either.

I rebooted, enabled/disabled 3g because I was getting only G. Now, there is sometimes 3G or H but it's slow as hell, like G!

Help?

LG Optimus 7

7392

Radio 1.0.7.10 (old, how can I update it?)

No dev unlock or hacks.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] baltahakki:
Well is it possible to use my brother's galaxy s2(i9100) phone as a steering wheel in my computer games? (via usb or same wireless network or doesnt matter about connectivity)

Note: i found mungogamer, etc but right now its for iphone.. do anybody got an idea for android?

Thanks..

edit:

exactly what i wanna say is in this video;

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2peYSDY8OA
[LG Optimus Black] Dashaiva:
Anyone figured out how to do it? I've tried following the guides with no success (gingerbreak). Model is P970g and software is 10a. Country code is TLS.

Anyone have a Telus OB and been able to root it? How did you do it?
[LG Optimus Black] alexredford:
I've rooted a couple of them, both 10a on Telus, one of them was pretty easy using z4root. Another one wouldn't work with z4root, latest superoneclick, gingerbreak or manually using adb shell to gingerbreak, rageaggainstthecage & psneuter. I did finally get the stubborn one to root wither an older superoneclick; version 1.6.5. Attached it below as it doesn't seem available in CLShortFuse's thread anymore.

Goodluck
[LG Optimus Black] Dashaiva:
I tried both z4 and the superoneclick you suggested to no avail.

Do you think it's safe to try flashing another vulnerable rom? 10b or 10c? I'm worried the basebands may be different and the phone will have no voice/data connection.

Running out of ideas.
[LG Optimus Black] alexredford:
Attempted to root another one, same model, same version and none of the previous methods worked, was able to root this one as well using a combination of SOC 2.1.1 and the attached ADB Shell.

1. Download and run SuperOneClick 2.1.1, choose psneuter and click Shell Root

2. It should get stuck on step #4, run task manager, end superoneclick and terminate any adb.exe processes. (You should have Shell Root now)

3. Extract ADB.zip and open a command prompt to where you extracted it.

4. Enter the following commands

adb push su /tmp/
adb push Superuser.apk /tmp/
adb shell
mount -o rw,remount -t ext3 /dev/block/mmcblk0p8 /system
cat /tmp/su > /system/bin/su
cat /tmp/superuser.apk > /system/app/Superuser.apk
chown root.root /system/bin/su
chmod 06755 /system/bin/su
chown root.root /system/app/Superuser.apk
chmod 0644 /system/app/Superuser.apk
reboot

The permissions on /system/bin/su didn't stick the first time for me, and the phone rebooted a couple times, but eventually it all went through. To verify permissions on su, type "adb shell", then "ls -l /system/bin/su". The permission should read -rwsr-sr-x, if it doesn't repeat the shell root process and type

adb shell
mount -o rw,remount -t ext3 /dev/block/mmcblk0p8 /system
chmod 06755 /system/bin/su
ls -l /system/bin/su
[LG Optimus Black] Dashaiva:
Ok, i've figured out what the problem is. As soon as the adb process from SOC is shut down, the phone soft reboots and I lose temporary root. I've tried the psneuter exploit in the same adb command shell, but it hangs just like SOC. I've tried to be "quick" and get the commands in before the reboot, but it isn't possible.

Suggestions on how I may bypass that? Otherwise i'll wait for the official 2.3 update in september and try again then.
[LG Optimus Black] alexredford:
One of the phones I tried it on, did the same thing, ended the adb process and phone would reboot, pushed a file, phone would reboot, set permissions, phone would reboot. Occasionally the phone would appear to hang, buttons flash at the bottom for awhile, phone becomes unresponsive. Just wait a minute or 2 and it should return to normal. I also tried creating a script to do all of the above before the device had time to reboot and it didn't help.

Persistence was the key.
[LG Optimus Black] Sobralobo:
Did you try that ? If following the instructions don't work for you, I let you know how it works for me. ;)

EDIT : Sorry, forget link's thread : http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=14458927
[LG Optimus Black] The_non_rootable:
Hey i am having the same problem and am fearing bricking my phone from making a mistake. is there an easier method than those above mentioned?

Android 2.2.2

software: v10a
[LG Optimus Black] s0dhi:
This method worked when rooting my wife's P970g.
[LG Optimus Black] The_non_rootable:
KDZ file

hey does anyone have the Telus firmware KDZ file? i will need it to restore my phone back to original state to cash in on a waranty (ended up bricking it, had to install a german 1&1 firmware to get it back)
[LG Optimus Black] igor45:
...which ROM did you use, the v10a EEU from the thread?

I'm worried cause on Telus 970g as well.
[LG Optimus Black] wyrman:
http://lg-phone-firmware.com/index.php?id_mod=1
[Captivate Themes and Apps] mattern1974:
I have been theming a KF1 build from the leaked KF1 firmware (Now have moved on to Cognition 5.2 but have the same problem) and have run into one seemingly small problem - - the drop down shade shows black text on the very first notification (for Lookout app). Please see attached screenshot.

I haven't been able to find the correct xml file to edit. Does anyone know of the "usual" file I need to edit to show white text instead of the black?

I apologize if this question has been answered before and I appreciate any help given.

ADDITION: I posted this in the Q&A section and have gotten no response. Hopefully someone will know a solution.

It also occurred to me yesterday to try and lighten the background to make the black text more visible. I'm currently trying that path but if anyone can tell me which text color attribute in which xml file for what apk to change to white, I would be grateful.

Thank you for your time and consideration!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] DemonWav:
That is because that notification is run by Lookout, you would have to edit/change some settings in Lookout to get the text to be white.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] mattern1974:
Thank you....I thought of that but I'm kind of bummed because Lookout updates semi-constantly. After an update I assume the text would go back to black.

I'll try it and see......stay tuned!

EDIT: Can't seem to find the apk for Lookout (not in system/apps) which makes sense since it is a security app. Oh, well....trying opacity with the background next
[Captivate Themes and Apps] cbalt:
any chance of you uploading your theme at all?
[Captivate Themes and Apps] sa1yan:
srsly, looks sexy :)
[Captivate Themes and Apps] DemonWav:
You could try to do what I thought up of and make the background for notifications a gradient so though black text would still be harder to read, it wouldn't be invisible.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1059841
[Captivate Themes and Apps] mattern1974:
I will create a full CWM zip file tomorrow and upload it here.

My DSL is down until my ISP brings a new modem tomorrow.

Please know that I didn't do anything extraordinary...just changed some png files from some roms I liked as well as changed some colors here and there. I will try to give some credit where I remember.

I did add the AOSP lockscreen mod as well as the ui mod. Let me figure out who to credit so we all can recognize all the talented devs we all rely upon as well as admire.

Thank you for your interest and consideration!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] mattern1974:
I tried to upload my theme and screenshots but I think I uploaded the wrong files.

I did a complete reinstall of Cog 5 v2 to check the theme and it seems I'm missing something.

Oh well....learning here. Stay tuned!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] mattern1974:
I started fresh but am having problems making the shade background transparent.

Every graphic I can think of in SystemUI and Framework-res are 10-50% transparent and all I get is this gray background on the shade. Maddening!!

I borrowed the shade graphic from Blue Darkness just to test (in case anyone unzips the files) so I can see if I get a transparent shade.

Any suggestions would be apppreciated. Thanks!

ADDITION: For some reason every screenshot app I use discolors the blues and the reds/oranges. I apologize for the weird screenshots.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] DemonWav:
I am confused, what are you trying to do?

Oh, and protip, use ddms.bat in your tools folder of your sdk for screenshots. Not only is it easier to get the screenshots onto your computer (cause they already are...) they won't be scewy.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] ruger94:
The apk is probably in data/app since you had to install it!
[Epic 4G General] running_the_dream:
So I have owned my Epic for just over 10 months. I flash, tweak, etc about as much as the average xDa user. I drop it infrequently; maybe once every week or two, mostly because I also have a toddler who loves taking my phone and doing god-knows-what to it. I never placed a case or screen protector on it. Save for one small nick near the battery opening piece, my phone still looks and operates as if it were brand new. This was my first Sammy phone. Previously, I had the HTC Touch/Vogue and HTC PPC6700. It seemed that I took those phones to the shop at least once every two months for some sort of problem but I have never taken my Epic to the store once.

I have heard about the superior quality that Samsung brings to the table compared to other manufacturers, but I must say that I am very impressed.
[Epic 4G General] BenBarker:
I agree. This is the best phone I've ever owned. I did put an Otterbox on it with the screen protector because I am a little clumsy at times. But it runs great and never let's me down. I flash roms, tweeks and themes and have never had any problems. Kudos Samsung. In my opinion the Epic lives up to it's name.
[Epic 4G General] viper786:
In my opinion, dropping your phone "once every week or two" is frequent... not infrequent as you said :p

I have probably dropped my phone twice the entire time i've had it.
[Epic 4G General] GRK4G63:
Excellent Quality

I couldn't agree more.

The Epic is my first "smartphone" and first experience with Android.

My phone before the Epic was actually a smaller, less-powerful version: the Samsung Rogue for Verizon Wireless. That was the first phone of its kind (in the USA) to sport Samsung's AMOLED screen tech. I was really happy with that phone, so when I upgraded to the Epic, I was over the moon. It was new, yet familiar.

I constantly flash ROMs and root and tweak the phone. I've had it since March and its still looking and running like new. Samsung really stepped their game up!
[Epic 4G General] ae69ae:
I have never dropped my phone, but when I'm charging my phone, my dog runs in the house and jumps on me and pulls the cable around the house with my phone connected to the cable. Not a single scratch on the screen with no screen cover. My girlfriend has occasionally dropped it from tables, my bed, her hand, and still no scratches. This phone is high quality. The screens on these phones have a coat of something that should be on every phone. I had a palm pro, and that screen would get scratches from anything.
[Epic 4G General] viper786:
Gorilla glass
[Epic 4G General] bruflot:
Not scratch proof.
[Epic 4G General] viper786:
It's not scratch proof, but it's pretty scratch resistant.
[Epic 4G General] running_the_dream:
Lol I take that back. It isn't that often. Maybe once every two weeks, which I guess may still be frequent to some ;-)
[Epic 4G General] Zeinzu:
My epic got accidently punted out of my hand into a brick pillar then crashed to the concrete ground.

Battery cover popped off, and only minor scratches on the casing. Phone still works perfect and everything held up fine.

It may "feel" light and cheap but this phone is a beast :-)

I'm completely satisfied
[Epic 4G General] A_Flying_Fox:
My friends see first hand how durable the epic is lol

I'm ALWAYS drpping it. Same with my hero before this.

My epic has a scratch on the screen in the middle that it got like a week after I got it somehow so my saying became "gorilla glass my ass" and my phone flies out my lap and stuff and never got a dent or any other scratch anywhere...not even the chrome ring.

I'm very satisfied with the build quality, sans that damn gorilla glass. I woulda put a screen protector if I knew it'd get a scratch outta no where.