yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
Bootloaders aren't like the other partitions. They have to be obtained from samsung unless you want to have a $200 brick when you'll flash it.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] hanthesolo:
Then how did they manage to pull the intl bootloader? Perhaps I am thinking of something else, but I thought you could pull it. I guess I was wrong :/.

Sent from my EtherealPlayer.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
The firmware comes from samfirmware which they extract it from kies probably.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] hanthesolo:
Oh alright. I just realized I was thinking of boot.bin....geez I am tired ;).

Sent from my EtherealPlayer.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Gigadroid:
OK, I get my power menu and the lockscreen with Icy fusion.

But I want to sell my player and when I loaded the stock firmware I have the same problem as before.

If I have flash EtherealRom I have no problem.

I need help quickly.

Maybe someone has a different stock firmware?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] hanthesolo:
Just a thought: if you pull the framework.jar from mine/klin's rom, replace the stock one and then unroot, I believe it would work. But then again, you would be setting up whoever bought it for a unpleasant suprise the next time they need to restore/flash a custom rom.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Gigadroid:
That has not worked.

Why we can not replace/add a file in the*efs folder?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] hanthesolo:
Which rom did you pull framewokr.jar from, and you are sure you adb pushed it to the stock rom's /system/framework folder?

We cannot replace files in /efs because those files are specific to your device and will not work if you use ones from another player (if I understand correctly).
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Gigadroid:
I've pulled from the framework.jar Icy fusion.

I did not use adb, rather I did it on the device.

I tried it also twframework.jar.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] hanthesolo:
Try using the one from my rom. You could also replace Systemui.apk, framework-res.apk and twframework-res.apk with stock, unroot, and call it a day. You will essentially have a stock experiende with a few speed imorovements tacked on. Just as a side note, you shoukd at least warn the buyer about this before he/she buys it.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Evil Avnovice:
I've got a question: I see that the link for the download to the stock rom is listed as a "7z" file, but each time I download it, I receive it as a "txt" file.

Is the download faulty? I believe its supposed to contain a .tar file for odin purposes.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
Nope the download isn't faulty and it is purposely .7z made. Try to redownload 7zip.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Evil Avnovice:
I keep getting a text file everytime.

Not that it matters, as I was coming back to post that I already solved my problem and successfully flashed a custom rom (though I still can't find a link for a stock 4.0 rom).
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
If you keep getting .txt try a .zip from there: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1736591
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] hanthesolo:
If the .txt file is the size the .7z is, you can rename it from.txt to .7z, and it should work just fine, as the filename extention probably just got swapped.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Evil Avnovice:
I'll try that out. Thanks, guys.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Evil Avnovice:
I've tried it, and the download link doesn't seem to work.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
It's strange. the links works for me flawlessly.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Evil Avnovice:
I can try it again. Maybe try some other mobile browsers. No biggie.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
Maybe dev-host don't allow mobile downloading?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Evil Avnovice:
Then that would be a problem. I primarily use my Galaxy S II and wi-fi access in order to download files without hassle.

But as I said, it's not a big deal. My Player 4.0 is rooted and good to go. I just wanted the original firmware just in case of an emergency. It's not a life & death situation :)
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Evil Avnovice:
I got it. I redownloaded the file from this thread and renamed it ".tar.md5". That did the trick. Thanks guys.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
You used it with odin?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Evil Avnovice:
I haven't had the chance to try it out. The file is still sitting on my phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] UnsignedZero:
Thanks for posting this.I was able to fix the bad rom I loaded on my dad's YP-G1[US]. No issues on my end. Just followed the US instructions and everything worked.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Evil Avnovice:
Edit: Now that I've tried it, the tar file seems to be bad. I tried odin-ing to stock with it, and all that happens is that it just bootloops at the start up screen.

Though I can still access download mode, and the other thread (that someone suggested) doesn't have what I need, I'm seemingly assed out until I can find somewhere to grab the stock firmware.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zephy09:
is this working on YP-GS1? 'cause my player is stuck in recovery mode. =_____=
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
No... This is why I put this is for galaxy player/s wifi 4.0.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zephy09:
oops, sorry. nevermind my problem. my player is already fixed, i use the adb reboot. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
Hey I just added the odin package for US players as well as some modified instructions. It hadn't been tested yet so I will be waiting feedback from US users. :p
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] soultaker123:
I tried it and it says that YPG1USFullRestore.tar.md5 is invalid.

Edit: I renamed it to YPG1USFullRestore.tar and it worked
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
Alright I will change the extension. Thanks!!
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] GalaxySWifi4:
What version of heimdall works on the Samsung galaxy S wifi 4.0 ?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
The latest version should work with it (I'm using it on linux :p).
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] rozelle25:
After i run this thru Odin it says "pass" but does not reboot. It just stays on the download screen. When I pull the battery and try to turn back on nothing happens. I can only access download mode. I flashed the full recovery plus the pit
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
Hmm maybe I will keep the .md5 ending and then you'll remove it, This is kinda weird though.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] sga999:
I'm wondering if the stock kernel can be flashed after having installed several other non-stock ones? I know the entire recovery procedure with the .tar file on page 1 could be followed, but is there just a .tar file for the stock kernel somewhere? Or is it somehow unwise to just ODIN that .tar file (if it exists)? Sorry if this is a dumb question...I'm still learning.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
It's no stupid question, well for the stock kernel you can install it even after installing a custom one. (except if you have converted to ext4) You can remove the zImage from the .tar and make a tar with the zImage in it, it will work.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] rozelle25:
Any other suggestions? My player is worthless right now.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] da1writer:
Whenever I tried to flash back to stock with odin, I would always get errors no matter what. So I stopped using odin for that, found heimdall so much better - worked EVERYTIME! One you grab the full recovery package, extract the rar/tar and then follow the guide in the first post. It's super easy too once you follow the guide, just be sure to re-partition. I flash with Heimdall with confidence I'll be back to stock everytime I do it when flashing things go wrong. Bricked about 6 times now but Hiemdall always got me out of that state - odin flashing back to stock caused me a night of heartache as I thought I really had to go through Samsung to get it out of the looping recovery mode I was stuck in. Heimdall never caused that to happen...
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] sga999:
Zaclimon and da1writer, thank you both for your responses. I was not in a state where I needed the full recovery, so I was just curious about where a .tar for the stock kernel might be Since there is a stock (rooted deodexed) rom that can be reflashed, I thought there would also be a stock kernel somewhere . If that's all I wanted, It seemed like it would be a bit of overkill to run the entire procedure. But da1writer, it's nice to hear that the full procedure with Heimdall has worked so well for you. One of these days, I'll probably tackle it, even if I don't need to, just to get more familiar.

Zaclimon, is 7zip (7zfm.exe) okay to use for converting the zimage into a .tar? I googled and found posts about it, lzarc, cygwin, peazip, etc., but is there one tool that you prefer? Some people said 7zip created an invalid file...maybe they just used wrong parameters.. Is there a guide somewhere right here in xda for the best tools to use?

Completely off topic::da1writer, several years ago I read a forum about a Sony sound bar, and I think da1writer was a very knowledgeable resource on there. Was that you? Sorry if I should have sent you a PM instead, but don't worry,I won't clutter up this thread any further.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] rozelle25:
Well, I tired and instead of a blank screen I just get the Samsung screen. I went into recovery and wiped data but I'm still stuck???
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
This is what I tought... The tar isn't that much of a great idea. As for the zImage, I'm using the stock linux one so I don't think it's causing problems from what I'm listening, also I will make one for you if you want it. Rozelle, maybe it's better to use heimdall. I'm pretty outside odin now. You can ask help here if you have questions. :p
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] rozelle25:
Help is greatly appreciated. First, when I open Zadig it lists "USB Device" does not mention anything Samsung. In Driver it says WinUSB (v6.0.1.0) my choices are 1) libusbk (v.3.0.1.0) 2) WinUSB (v6.1.7600.16385) or 3) libusb0 (v1.2.5.0)
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] da1writer:
It sounds like you didn't follow the steps thoroughly. When zadig is open, make sure the device is in download mode and connected. Now in zadig, at the top menu, press the options menu. Click on "list all devices", and you should be able to find samsung drivers (not in options menu, the main screens drop menu), select that and install. Then run Heimdall Frontend and follow the rest of the guide in the first page of this forum, the rest is easy.

Last resorts:

1. Try a different usb port (not necessary but might work)

2. I also have kies installed but the processes are off (aka task manager, closed anything with the kies name)

@sga999: Yes, I am the same guy from the AVS forum's aka CT100 Guru (Sony Soundbar). Sadly, my CT500 upgrade from it put a bad taste in my mouth as it burned out a year owning it - thus I left the forum. With me becoming a father and having a kid, sound systems were thrown out the window anyway - I currently use a Astro A40 Wireless Mixamp combo so I can quietly watch movies and play games without disturbing anyone. Off topic of course, I agree, but I'm now part of this forum, trying to help out wherever I can.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] sga999:
@zaclimon, I can't be sure, but I think your line saying "I will make one for you if you want it" is directed to me, sga000, because I asked about getting a stock kernel file.. If that line is intended for me, yes!, I'd greatly appreciate it if you can make a stock kernel .tar file for me. As I said before, I can see that many tools can create a .tar file from zimage, but I'm not sure about options for each tool, etc. So if you can make one (and try it first?), that would be terrific. Let me know if you can't try it, just so I can be prepared if it doesn't work!

Thanks very much.

@da1writer, so good to know that it was you that I remembered from the other forum. Congrats on the baby and your new life. I never got the CT500....instead, I got a cheap Logitech setup that worked fine for me. But there was lots of interesting reading there. If I remember correctly,I think many people were wondering where you went....glad to see you're here now, still being a very helpful guy.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] rozelle25:
What I typed is exactly what I see when I plug in while in download mode. I agree, it should be easy but I can't get pass the zadig part.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
Well that depends of what your device is (which version) and I don't use odin anymore so I can't really test the tar.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] sga999:
I have a 4.0 player right now, with Klin's kernel and stock, rooted, deodexed rom. It's fine if you don't test...just wanted to know if you could. I'd really appreciate it if you can upload the .tar file for me somewhere. Thanks!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] unteagle:
This has been a somewhat recurring problem since I got my phone. Some nights when I put it on the charger the battery icon will show that it is charging, but when I wake up it will be at 30%. I have to take the battery out several times before it actually charges. It did this a few nights when I first got it, but then it got better for the next couple months and now it's doing it again. I'm running CM7 with Da_G's kernel and haven't changed anything since the first successful flash. I'm also using the same battery and charger that came in the box.

I noticed that the battery is rated 1850 mAh and the sticker on the inside cover of my phone is rated for 1500 mAh, would that be a problem?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Gr8Danes:
Maybe you just have a junk Battery? I would try another one. (and that way at a minimum, you have a spare)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Firedcylinder:
Try this: go to your dialer and dial *#*#4636#*#* and tap battery information. There's a couple things to look at on this screen, first of which would be battery health. If it says anything other than good, try resetting your phone. If it says good, then plug in your charger and look at the battery status field. It should say charging. If it says discharging, try a different charger. If it's still discharging on a different charger, do a master reset and try again. If it still discharges after the master reset, you should look at getting your phone replaced.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] unteagle:
It says the battery is in good health and that it's charging, but it's been stuck on 29% for about 30 minutes now. I'm thoroughly confused.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Firedcylinder:
Did you try a different charger?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Firedcylinder:
If you tried a different charger and the factory reset didn't make a difference you should look at replacement.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] skrambled:
Yup, try a different charger. Samsung oem usb cables have had some issues.

And if that's the case you should get a free replacement from AT&T. And get a replacement battery while you're at it, always good to have a spare...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] unteagle:
I used my charger from my old phone and also my car charger and it just seems to be random when the battery decides to charge. There's no definite way to get it to charge, I just have to plug it in and hope for the best and maybe do a few battery pulls. Sounds like I'll have to buy a new battery.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] skrambled:
Don't buy one, that's a warranty replacement. And if that doesn't work get a replacement device. Something is defective.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] unteagle:
Talking with support now, thanks for the heads up.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] bww003:
I had the same problem this morning. I am on ICS 7.4 stock and I recently added some mods from dark kobalt theme. First my phone died while charging, so I turned it back on and I received a message about too many things running and before I could stop the tasks it turned off again. After a couple tries, I was able to close all background data etc. At this point it still wouldnt take a charge but it would stay on while plugged into charger...15 mins later it started charging normally again!
[General Questions and Answers] lollo64:
Hi everyone!

Right now I'm practicing on eclipse and sdk android. I'm practicing with the help of some guide on internet, but I also like to have a "paper" where to "study".

On the first hand I prefer to study on the classic book and on the second hand I need an handbook to stdudy on when I moving, like when I take the train to go to the university...

Do you have any suggestion? For you which is the most complete manual? Thankyou very much!!
[Defy General] Def1339:
Could I root the 4.5.3-109-DPP-14 - retail china ?

Superoneclick don't work!
[Defy General] nggies:
Hi, can you share the nandroid backup first.
[Defy General] turffe:
1. Download any BL6 MB526 rom. LINK: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=966537

2. Root it with SuperOneClick

3. Download Vodoo ota root keeper from market

4. protect root

5. temp unroot

6. flash 4.5.3-109_dpp-14 rom

7. install vodoo ota root keeper

8. choose ,,Restore root''
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] husen4u:
Sir I update my u8800 to ics but wifi and bluetooth is not working now I want to downgrade to gingerbread 2.3.5 please help.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] cokratex:
Just do as it says in instructions from huawei for updating from 2.2! It is the same thing.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] cmachado0:
link

you can go to this link and download the last version

you have the instructions on the rar

http://www.huaweidevice.com/worldwi...=toDownloadFile&flay=software&softid=NDQzNTg=

regards
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] husen4u:
I tried after unpacking its showing update failed. Is thr nyway to install with clockworkmod¿
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] cokratex:
No, I dont think so.

Did you put the update.app in the root of sdcard and then press vol +/- and power button at the same time until update start. The phone should handle the rest.

Edit: first make folder "dload" in the root of sdcard and put the update.app in it.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] husen4u:
All Links Are Broken.. :(
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] cokratex:
The link in 3rd post work for me.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] CrazyGamerGR:
use the official 2.3.5 rom from huawei site;)
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] webup:
wow took me 10 different captcha images to be able to post here!!! Those things are such a bane!

Im thinking about going back to the Oxygen 2.3.2 I had loaded.

ICS for the 8800 seems to have a few bugs and issues I cant be bothered with on a daily phone.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] webup:
Well i ended up loading official gingerbread 2.3.5 and rooting that.

seems to run nice and no reboots.
[Job Board] willverduzco:
Job Summary:

Expertise in Java

Expertise in C++

Expertise in embedded Linux device driver

Expertise in embedded Linux core / file system / scheduler / debugging

Expertise in Android Platform

Requirements:

Education (Optional):

Degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering

Qualifications:

Excellent Java and C++ programming skills

Excellent Java and C++ debugging skills

Good understanding of embedded Linux

Experience with embedded Linux device driver

Understanding the ARM architecture, Linux Kernel, BSP, and graphics / multimedia frameworks

Programming experiences (5+ years) in C/C++ in embedded OS environment

Experience in the Android system such as OpenCore, rendering and audio scheme

Hands-on experience in mobile related device drivers, middleware, Android

(Optional but preferred): Experience with Mobile Video Streaming applications (such as MythTV and other similar apps) & Mobile Ad Integration

Language:

English

Project Specifics:

Seeking a Freelance Android Developer with pref. experience in developing their own ROM's or secure skin / layovers (similar to the Nook or Kindle.

We are looking to develop a custom locked -down secure ROM based on basic Android. Experience with ICS is not required though preferable.). We are looking to skin Android similar to Nook's & Kindles and develop our own layover with access to our own applications.

We will also want the ability to remotely update the skin / layover, and the apps available through it.

Though the initial development will be in Android, we may branch off and later develop for the iPAD and WebOS (if WEbOS stays alive).

Taking an existing open source ROM and making minor lockdown modifications is what we are looking for. If you have any questions email us at job@fixthecomputer.net

Responsibilities and Duties:

Developing / adding features to Android Platform

Develop the Android kernel device drivers and Android platform

Interact with customers and third-party solution providers to support customers' mass production

Location: Saint Louis, MO (Telecommuting opportunity – U.S. Residents preferred but not required)

Salary: OPEN FOR BID

To apply, please send your résumé to tech@fixthecomputer.net
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] peoples_flip:
For those asking where i brought this, it was purchased off eBay from a Canadian SGP Authorized reseller "rand-a1thor" for $43.99USD.

***ATTENTION***

After the installation the bubbles seen at the end of the video we're indeed removed and the screen looks beautiful.

I also use the Casemate "Barely There" case with this Spigen GLAS.t and it still fits perfectly like a glove. Surprisingly the package did NOT come with any of the home button "stickers" like the iPhone does but to be quite honest the home button still feels responsive and doesn't have that sunk-in feeling.

I highly recommend this GLAS.t protector as it gives the Galaxy Note that great stock screen feeling.

YOUTUBE LINK: (720p Quality)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVlr4DpNQKA
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] mindgrape:
I have this and I love it. It's so much better than the Note's screen, which I personally think is awful. That thing is a fingerprint magnet and difficult to clean! I haven't had any problems with screen response with it at all...even when charging. It's just like the actual screen except it feels even better. Fingerprints still happen of course but not nearly as bad and they wipe away easily.

My only gripe, and it's a small one, is that the tiny sliver right above the ear piece (about 1mm x 3/4 in) won't adhere. It's not noticeable unless you're looking for it but it still kinda bugs me a little bit. Other than that, this thing is amazing. Can't recommend it highly enough. I also love that unlike screen protectors, this won't have to be replaced...like, ever. This is definitely something I'd buy again when I eventually switch phones.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Note_E:
Did yours look dirty/cloudy and scratched before you took off the protection on both sides during application?

Got mine but it looks like its been through hell.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] mindgrape:
Yeah, it looked pretty bad before I took off the protection. I somehow even got dust under the top sheet and thought it was under the glass and wanted to scream. But once that top sheet is off it looks pristine and perfect.

Also, be warned that the glass will have a slightly sticky texture from whatever they used to make that top sheet stick. I was disappointed at first because I noticed a slight drag when sliding my finger across the screen. Just be sure to wipe it down really good to get rid of that residue and then it's great.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] cubbump:
Thanks for the info. Mine comes in tomorrow. $34.99 from Amazon with free two day shipping.

The Zagg which I have on my phone now sucks. The stylus doesnt work very well. It catches on the rubbery surface.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] peoples_flip:
Mine arrives tomorrow too... anyone doing a video review?

I plan on doing one and posting to YouTube afterwards.