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[Acer Iconia A500] YndTruD:
Good choice!

Yes. Yes. Yes. You lose root and CWM, but don't worry! All other stuff will be untouched, and 30 minutes and you have root and CWM back!!!! Your apps and data will be untouched again!

Wait!

You can find in thread [OTA] Full Package and Update (29/09/2011) your firmware, for example Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0.3: Acer_A500_7.014.14_041.203.01_COM_GEN1. Download and decrypt with "Acer update decryptor", find in this file "update.zip" and unpack. Unpacked update.zip containts ec folder with "ec.rom and EC_flash". As I know it's new firmware for bluetooth, wifi and etc for ICS4.0.3. Civato dont include this files. I dont know why. But in all forums peoples says it's very important.

Foget about your old Root and CWM. You will have new stuff soon!

Your steps.

0) GET YOUR UID!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

1) Download civato modifed update from "[ROMS] Acer Official OTA ICS roms. (FULL STOCK WITH FULL ROOT)(4-May-2012) civato".

Foget about Honeycamb 3 - only ICS stuff!

2) Update via OTA to ICS4.0.3. You will have android without root, locked bootloader, stock recovery and UPDATED WIFI and other important stuff.

3) Read carefully "[GUIDE] Installing ICS V3 unlocked bootloader and custom recovery(3-M-2012)" and install unlocked ICS bootloader and CWM.

I skip "STEP 4=Installation of the ICSrom" and "STEP 6=FLASHING THE UNLOCKED V3 bootloader and Custom recovery". Very simple method by "USING blackthund3r ATX flash tool , It makes it all a little easier!" like "STEP 5=APX MODE Or go to blackthund3r ATX flash tool a few scrolls lower" says.

It's very easy but be careful! Read that thread twice!

Use "7blackthund3r ATX flash tool" and flash "V3_ICS_UNL_BL-CWM_1.7-ICS.a500apx" - it's unlocked bootloader and latest CWM with touch support.

4) Put The Civato rooted ROM as Update.Zip in the Root of the SD Card, Boot into CWM Recovery & Apply Update from SD Card.

5)The END. Now you have unlocked ICS bootloader, latest CWM and kernal root with su and busybox package with updated system without wipe!

No, only root! It's enough For some people.
[Acer Iconia A500] alap1983:
MANY THANKS for answering my questions. Feel much more confident now.

I will follow your steps:

Step1: Will Get my CPUID

Step 2: Get SBK = Will Do so from the Site

Step 3: Downloaded The modified ROM posted by Civato (LINK)

Step 4: Update my Current Honeycomb + CWM + Rooted Tablet to ICS via OTA

In this process, I will get ICS installed, but loose my ROOT & CWM (Recovery) & have a locked Bootloader :eek:

Step 5: Will Head Over To: [GUIDE] Installing ICS V3 UNL BL & CWM Or flash back to HC BL(6-M-2012)

Step 6: Use blackthund3r ATX flash tool to Get: unlocked bootloader and latest CWM with touch support.

Step 7: Install Civato's ROM through Recovery (Update.ZIP-> Boot into Recover -> Apply Update from SD Card)

----------THE END----------

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I Do not want ONLY Root, But want CWM, unlocked Bootloader also. Hence "blackthund3r_ICS_Root_6.0" is insufficient. BUT, supposing, I install ICS Over OTA & Use the tool to gain ROOT Access, Can I install Bootloader & CWM Afterwards / Later?

OR

Install Civato's ROM & that's it?

As explained by many members, the HC bootloader is glitchy for ICS & hence the Bootloader MUST be updated. Hence the Procedure?

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As for the ec folder with "ec.rom and EC_flash" Can You please provide the Folder with these two files (Bandwidth in India is Very Poor & to download a Whole ROM for just these two files is a gargantuan task)

HOW do I flash these files into the Tablet?

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ALTERNATE METHOD. Please Confirm:

Step 1: Get CPUD

Step 2: Get SBK

Step 3: Update Over OTA to ICS I will have the latest new firmware for bluetooth, wifi and etc for ICS4.0.3. Correct?

OR

USE Civato's ROM as Update.ZIP & Install ICS.

Step 4: Head Over To: [GUIDE] Installing ICS V3 UNL BL & CWM Or flash back to HC BL(6-M-2012)

Step 5: Use blackthund3r ATX flash tool to Get: unlocked bootloader and latest CWM with touch support.

Step 6: (Optional: If Updated via OTA) Use the "blackthund3r_ICS_Root_6.0" To Gain Root

[UPDATE]: One of the V3-APX-PACKAGES is a V3_ICS_UNL_BL-CWM_1.7-ICS_1.033.00TW_FullRoot_Kernel.a500apx. Does this Mean I will have a ROOTED STOCK ICS ROM Updated via OTA?

IF YES:

I can simply Update Via OTA & Use this .a500apx File To have a Custom Recovery, Unlocked Bootloader AND Root!!!!

Does this feel Right?
[Acer Iconia A500] dibb_nz:
or step 3 .

Google A500 Manager utility suite by blackthund3r

D/l "a500 manager" blackthund3rs one stop root, boot flasher -, rom/recovery installer

Does it all for u, combines drivers, roms, apxflash tool, ics root v6, in separate components

Choose auto for instant goodness:) or

roll yr own bundle Choose manual and configure what u want .

All Done!!!!

Feel like a change then re-run the tool,

Want back 2 honeycomb no problem,

total end-user awesomeness
[Acer Iconia A500] civato:
EC is a update package for energy control on your tablet.

Not for wifi and bleutouth.

And why did Acer put that EC update only in the 1.031.00 ota release and not in the 1.033.00 and 1.041.00.

Maybe it causes problems, people getting stuck on boot after ota when it first was pushed to stock HC users who received the OTA.

I can't tell, it doesn't effect my tablet if I run it or not.

What I suggest is flash the stock ICS leak ones so all those files get installed and then follow the guide , see my sig.
[Acer Iconia A500] alap1983:
Thanks Civato for pointing out the absence of the EC.Rom in the subsequent releases.

I am back to my original Question: Will the below method work?

Step 1: Get CPUD

Step 2: Get SBK

Step 3: Update Over OTA to ICS (Loose Root, CWM & unlocked Bootloader).

OR

USE Civato's ROM as Update.ZIP & Install ICS.

Step 4: Head Over To: [GUIDE] Installing ICS V3 UNL BL & CWM Or flash back to HC BL(6-M-2012)

Step 5: Use blackthund3r ATX flash tool to Get: unlocked bootloader and latest CWM with touch support.

Step 6: (Optional: If Updated via OTA) Use the "blackthund3r_ICS_Root_6.0" To Gain Root

[UPDATE]: One of the V3-APX-PACKAGES is a V3_ICS_UNL_BL-CWM_1.7-ICS_1.033.00TW_FullRoot_Kernel.a500apx. Does this Mean I will have a ROOTED STOCK ICS ROM Updated via OTA?

IF YES:

I can simply Update Via OTA & Use this .a500apx File To have a Custom Recovery, Unlocked Bootloader AND Root!!!!
[Acer Iconia A500] civato:
Update over ota , or flash the one of the roms in the guide the guide thread.

Follow the guide to the letter.

After that you can flash any custom from that supports ics bootloader.
[Acer Iconia A500] YndTruD:
Dear, God of Iconia, mister Civato.

Have a question to you.

I want install you rooted stock kernel.

In past, I install ICS4.0.3 when root my tablet by exploite (post 4pda.ru 4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=289566&st=4160#entry11862218 File: ICS_rooting.zip ).

How I can remove root from tablet? I must uninstall busybox and su? Am I right?

Or I must create update.zip with some updatescript for removing root or just delete this files?

Can I use your boot.img, su, busybox for create update.zip for flashing from CWM recovery?

I create update.zip based on update script from your update "[ROMS] Acer Official OTA ICS roms. (FULL STOCK WITH FULL ROOT)(4-May-2012) civato". Just exclude all other commands, files and sign package. Now I want to flash with CWM. It's right way?
[Acer Iconia A500] alap1983:
Following the Advice, I tried the OTA Update to ICS on A500.

I have Acer Iconia A500, Rooted, HC 3.2.1 with Thor CWM v5.

The Update FAILS!!!

After the reboot, the acer logo displays briefly then a bee with a progress bar comes up then stops with an red exclamation mark inside of a triangle.

I have Downloaded the Stock ICS Update & renamed it as Update.ZIP (Just in Case).

Can I put this Update.Zip in the Root of the SD Card & Apply Update from SD Card through CWM?

As mentioned earlier, I also have downloaded Pre-Rooted ICS ROM from Civato too. Can I use that as Update.zip?

My Main question:

While updating to ANY ICS ROM (Civato's or Official) through HC Bootloader & CWM, will the Kernel, Bootloader get updated as well?

I am not a fan of Old HC Bootloader & as Civato says, I will not want to be a chicken :)

I don't mind loosing ROOT, CWM & Kernel when updating to ICS as there is a proper method described V3 unlocked BL, Kernel & Root (Blackthund3r Tool)

I was pretty confident of getting the OTA ICS Update Working & Then installing the CWM, Unlocked Bootloader & ROOT Access later on using the Blackthund3r Tool. But since OTA ICS is not working... PLEASE ADVISE.

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

In Civato's Thread it is mentioned that Installation of ICS ROM is not a mandatory 4th Step (Step 1= CPUID, Step 2= SKB, Step 3= Acer Drivers). If that's the case:

Can I run Blackthund3r tool on a Rooted HC 3.2.1 with CWM installed Tablet? I.e. the Current state the Tablet is on.

Upon executing the Tool will I have unlocked ICS Bootloader & CWM 1.7 by Thor on Honeycomb 3.2.1 ..... Correct?

I can then put the Civato's ROM as Update.zip & install ICS.... Correct?
[Acer Iconia A500] dibb_nz:
It sounds like u would prefer the OTA to upgrade

The ota will fail if u r rooted and running cwm - some don't but most do!

Fire up Acer recovery installer and install the stock recovery just to be sure.

A hard reset will unroot u, it will also wipe all yr data, and u will need to go thru the set-up

Wizard again and set up google account, wifi, etc

Check for yr update d/l it and let it install.Done.

Run ICSroot to root and install cwm on yr stock ICS rom. Done!

Everything will be upgraded except the kernel and u are good to go

Acer have not released the source code for the kernel yet and who knows when or it they will!!

To perform hard reset

1) Turn off your tablet,

2) Rotation lock to your left;

3) Press Vol+ (which is closest to the rotation lock) and power on simultaneously

4) As soon as the tablet vibrates you can release the power on button and you should start to switch rotation lock left and right till you see Erasing Userdata... Erasing Cache... Vol+ is still pressed;

5) The tablet starts to format

6) Your tablet will be as clean as it can be.

Good luck
[Acer Iconia A500] alap1983:
HC To ICS Bootloader Upgraded Automatically?

Thanks dibb_nz

I would much rather prefer Civato's ROM.

However, the guide says install ICS & thought, why not get what acer is offering for this particular tablet. It was a GEN2. For safety sake I have downloaded the complete ROM separately..

I also have Civato's ROM downloaded separately.

Now, I would like to have ICS Bootloader & Kernel EVEN BEFORE I have installed ICS ROM. The Guide actually states, it is a possibility.

Hence, was wondering:

Install Unlocked ICS Bootloader & Kernel Using Blackthund3r's Tool

Thereafter install Whatever ICS ROM I want (Civato's OR Official OR Any other Custom ICS ROM)

In this way, I will have a proper Platform to Install ICS ROM BEFORE actually installing. You Know "Lay the Ground-Work First"

Secondly, I was wondering, If I put the Official OR Civato's ROM as Update.ZIP in the Root,

Boot My Honeycomb 3.2.1 Tablet in CWM & install as "Apply Update From SD Card" WILL The ICS ROM install the NEW ICS bootloader & Kernel? I Don't mind loosing CWM, Kernel & ROOT.

I can always use Blackthund3r's Tools to Get Back Unlocked Bootloader, Kernel & CWM With ROOT.

What Do you Think.

At this stage I would also request an Easy UnBricking Tool. But I am sure that would come later.
[Acer Iconia A500] dibb_nz:
ok, you are in a really good position here (as long as you can OTA!!!)

this is the idea, OTA, Nandroid Backup, and you now have yr tabs

STOCK ICS Rom with ICS Bootloader - make a copy of your nand and no matter what happens in the fulure (read: Brick?? or heaven forbid...Jellybean OTA:) ) you will have this to recover your system knowing without doubt it is STOCK!!!!

the world has just changed!!!!!

will get back to you in a few hours as work is callling:mad:

but you may want to check out EVERYTHING in the LINK V4 BL in civs guide

its amazing and we are so lucky to have great devs like Skrilax_CZ

go have a read at what he has achieved and pls push the thanks button on his OP

your easy unbricking tool has been unveiled....no one click method for sure...but definitely a vast improvement....:):):):):)

cya soon

rgds Donna
[Acer Iconia A500] haderz98:
Need Help Downloading the Root Tool

Hi guys i'm new to rooting and i'm wondering if you can help me out. I have an Acer Iconia Tab A500 running the stock ics 4.0.3. I wanna root it but when I download the root tool for my device using the provided links the download fails because the files appear as a virus. Is this right?. Does it have some sort of virus?, or is my PC just overprotective:laugh:.
[Acer Iconia A500] dibb_nz:
Yes, your antivirus is being over-protective, don't panic, the file is OK...:)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] CUKIO34:
Will Samsung Galaxy Note N7000 i9220 cases/battery covers fit the i717?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] VonEsch:
Cases yes, battery covers no. Snaps are in different places
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] 604nguyen:
it fits with some minor trimming

check this thread

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1605178
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] cameronmfjay:
Can anyone help?

The search function for the forums isn't very helpful
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] icenight89:
More specifics friend. What exactly are u looking
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Locoman_:
The google finds all.

http://rootzwiki.com/topic/2585-boot-animations-boot-animation-collection-updated-011512/

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=648555
[HTC Incredible S] Lasantha:
Is this true thing or just a scam?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/10cm-OTG-Mi...824707?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4cfef29303

P.S I dont know this dealer and i m not promoting him either
[HTC Incredible S] bob8x:
I think that is only an adaptor, so you should patch kernel to enable host mode; but afaik that patched-kernel works only on froyo rom..
[HTC Incredible S] wpra3:
That cable works BUT, you need a power source to actually have the OTG working. Look for some Y cable. The Y cable should look like this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/USB-MALE-TO...ultDomain_0&hash=item337569b063#ht_500wt_1413

Except instead of mini usb end, you need female usb end.

you plug one end of the usb to phone and the other one to any usb power source.

You need the Y cable since Incredible S doesn't provide any power out from its microusb port, unlike the sgs2.

Of course you need to have a ROM that have the OTG capable kernel, I think those ICS should work, since OTG should be enabled on all ICS kernels.
[HTC Incredible S] Lasantha:
If external power needed i dont see a use sadly :(.It would be nice to plug ur frnds pen drive and copy something in the move...
[HTC Incredible S] dinesh2707:
i actually tried it. Nothing happens. Don't waste your money. Your phone will not be able to detect the pen drive. :(
[HTC Incredible S] wpra3:
Well, most people doesn't use flash drives these days, you can always use some online storage like dropbox etc, or email it to you.

The limitation of the system is the fat32, fat32 will not allow any file to be bigger than 4gb in 1 chunk, so you can't copy a whole hd movie out of someone's flash drive. And most flash drive now is 16gb+ and formatted in NTFS out of the box. All 3.5 external hdd is self powered, which makes it possible for you to read it from your device, but the chances of that drive is formatted in fat32 is really slim.

So yea, its a good thing to have but I think think its that usable though.
[HTC Incredible S] bluejack:
Can someone tells me which rom has OTG function?:confused:

Thx:)
[HTC Incredible S] rayx000:
there is a kernel support IS otg

but it's for android 2.2

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1097756

i have never seen otg support in any IS gb or ics rom
[HTC One X] sapplegater:
Hey Guys,

I am planing on buying a One X and was just wanting to get some suggestions on the best way to get one without the bugs that people have been reporting (yellow screen, flickering screen, etc.) would it be best to get a HT23 or HT24?? Grey or White?? Since I am buying the international version I don't want to fork out the cash and then have debilitating issues with the phone.

Thanks!!

Steven
[HTC One X] pewpewbangbang:
Wait until they solve the issues.......their warranty service is a pain in the ass and they do repairs instead of replacements so you would be stuck 2-3 weeks without a phone if you had to send it in.

I'm in the US and trying to see if software will fix the issues with mine
[HTC One X] JimmyEatFood:
How do I save my game? It seems to save ny coins but not my location.
[HTC One X] Meltus:
The game saves everything you do, but you always start in the same room.

It's quite clever really, as your level increases various "new" things appear in the room.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] TonyStark R.I.P.:
I have been a forum member for many years and have noticed, of late, that there seems to be an Inordinate level of slamming, language and non-helping community spirit. While many seem to be ok with this, I find it offensive and not necessary. Yes I could move on to another forum but over all I have learned way to much here to move away yet.

I have asked a few times for the tone to change, in places I've been, however being scoffed at is the general response. I feel bad for new people coming in to get help and god help them if they haven't read everything XDA has printed..... embarrassment is beseeched upon the unsuspecting soul.

It's to bad the developers and long time user don't re-read the XDA Forums rules, many of these points are spoken about within the rules.

I ask all people that have run into problems with these types of response to contact a forum admin or higher up, from this link. Don't be afraid to be heard but please don't waste their time. Please be poignant and link's to display issues.

Forum Administration & Moderation Team

also

Forum Rules

and at any time click the link in my sig for the AT&T SGS2 Library
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Winklie:
I'm very new here, and can tell you that as a newbie, I was very intimidated by these forums. It took me a couple days, or a week even before I worked up the nerve to post anything.

;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Dazedstate:
I've been lurking a long time but just today started posting. Definitely intimidating.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] TonyStark R.I.P.:
Please don't hesitate to stop here any time, if you have questions. While I may not be able to answer certain questions my resources can sometimes help. I assume others will also be by to help out.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] capathy21:
At one time I did feel the same and that is why I posted this thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1426122

but after doing a ton of reading and following these threads I realize the amount of time and dedication our devs put in for nothing in return. Sure there are times when they may bite someones head off but the reason they are that way is due to the influx of new people who post stupid garbage like "I want muh cuzin rom". One thing you learn real quick here is that you will think twice before posting something because you don't want to get your head chewed off. Its tough love but it keeps the forums clean.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kompressorgpl:
Hello! i bought today a Nexus. So far so good... But everytime I tried to transfer an aplication (from the market - via pc: online) the Market closes it self... From the phone I can do it normally...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] geevee11:
What do you mean it closes? Your browser crashes?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kompressorgpl:
No! On the phone appears that info...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] brianisme:
Hmm. When you install via PC the market shouldn't even need to be open on the phone, the download should just begin.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] singh_dd93:
I am thinking of buying another phone. My budget is Rs. 25000 at the max.

I am thinking of buying HTC sensation, I am getting it at 24000 at flipkart.

Need your Help. Should I wait some more time for some better phone.

Please give suggestions
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] XperianPro:
Samsung Galaxy S III
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] gandhar:
xperia s is 30k, but specs are awesome..

see if any friends/family is gone to dubai or something,

a friend is buying that one.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] whalesplaho:
Brov do yhu know whether any phone will be released soon??? if yes den check it functions... if it suites yhu den wait!!!

why not try Xperia Pro or Xperia S brov??? i dont know how much 1RS cost though. Or get Samsung SII!

---------- Post added at 06:32 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:30 PM ----------

Samsung Galaxy SIII aint out yet brov..............:confused:​
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] singh_dd93:
I would really love to buy Xperia S or HTC One S both are nearly same range i.e 30k.

I think i should wait some time for their prices to fall
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] gyeben:
I don't want to be a troll, but this conversation has nothing to do with mini/minipro/LWW/active/ray/etc.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Izzy Stinson:
truth.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] whalesplaho:
Gat yhu brov... but he is just asking for our Advice brov!
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Kobzar666:
LWW

LWW of course. This is the best phone with dual speakers and good CPU ARMv7.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] singh_dd93:
I have xperia mini and I don't want to buy a small screen phone again.

I would like to go for dual core + large screen
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Izzy Stinson:
You know what you want and still want to ask?

Go for galaxy sii,thread closed
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Someguyfromhell:
There are plenty of dualcore phones out, go choose one then.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] miniProBhashi:
Go for galaxy nexus! Guess it will be at that price range in India.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] hazard_puppet:
Xolo X900??
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] j_arpit003:
If you haven't bought a phone yet, I'd suggest go for Galaxy S2..

Its prices have dropped till 26k now.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] ssbnasa:
Bro get samsung galaxy s-2 for sure.....there are plenty of phones out dere in 25k budget.....but still galaxy s-2 is da king of all !!!

I bet u won't reget dis.....

:)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] jitin02:
veere i want to sell my dell streak.

i too from Ludhiana(Sarabha nagar), let me if intrsted.
[Acer Iconia A500] SmashMatt:
Will there be a pre-rooted version of the official ICS ROM with the fixed bootloader already installed for the Acer Iconia a500? I'm asking this because none of tools used to root and install the fixed bootloader seem to work on my computer which happens to be running Windows 8. Plus it would be much less of a hassle than trying to use a computer that the tools do work on.
[Acer Iconia A500] civato:
Not possible , you need to flash the patched unlocked ICS booltoader with "nvflash" , that is the only way it's gonna work.
[Acer Iconia A500] SmashMatt:
Damn, I thought it would be possible, but it looks like I'll have to use a computer that the programs work on then
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ecotrojan:
Hi, i bought a Galaxy Note last week in the UK and have installed Milkas CM9

I need to know the what stock kernal, modem firmware etc should be on the device.

Any help would be appreciated.

thanks

Matt