yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bbsrailfan:
Pro Tips:

You can enter fastboot by pressing and holding vol+ and power buttons when the phone is powered off.

By pressing vol- and power button in the powered off state, it is supposed to enter recovery mode but it displays some weird text "ENTER QPST DOWNLOAD" mode. (EDIT: OK, QPST stands for Qualcomm Product Support Tool, mostly used for hardware-level configuration)

I am now pretty sure root can be achieved by using the method described HERE...

Till now i have succeeded in flashing the recovery.img but i can't get the phone to reboot into recovery as the proper ADB drivers are still missing. I have tried several different drivers but everytime I scan for the device (using adb devices command), i get a blank respons. ADB doesn't recognize my phone. I am sure the solution is somewhere round the corner.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ImBridge:
Would wait for ur root try.

Seems most of the other things are positive.

I think a good quality scratch guard would work for gorilla glass. You already said the internal ram is 512 so sufficient. Did u try using app2sd? How is the random read/write performance? Will higher class sd card improve the performance?

I think I would go for this phone once we have favourable information.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
App 2 SD is perfect for this handset

RAM is good

Higher class SD will ofcouse improve R/W performance
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
This is indeed a valuable information.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
Generally, Androids dont recommend Task Killers as they manage their own memory.

But still if you want you can try "Advanced Task Killer" from market.

It does a decent job.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bbsrailfan:
Just to clarify, the

RAM

available on the phone is 512 MB and the

INTERNAL MEMORY

(for the user to install apps etc) is ONLY 140MB. Hope no confusions here.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ImBridge:
Yes. So do you find the 140 MB sufficient when you have App2SD ? And how is the performance if you use class 4 onwards SD card ?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bbsrailfan:
Guys, any one else experimenting on this?? Any tips/leads? I am now brain-jammed and can't go beyond this point no matter what I try :confused: :( :mad:

in-phone methods : Z4root, Universal Androot, Gingerbreak (ALL FAIL)

via PC methods : SuperOneClick, Doom's, Karbon A9 Root, Unlockroot, MotoFail, (ALL FAIL)

Am i stuck forever with a just a feature phone loaded with OEM craps? :mad:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ImBridge:
No. Why do you think so ? You can always download many Apps. Only thing that you cant do is remove those OEMs and some setting with hardware like overclocking etc. Otherwise you can use the phone to its full potential.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bbsrailfan:
To be honest, I do find it a tad insufficient, even with A2SD, coz A2SD can't move many of the apps including system apps. If i had Link2SD, I really wouldn't mind...but Link2SD needs root!

Having used phones like Xperia X10i, Nexus One and the like, I am admittedly a bit too 'liberated'. I love to raise the capabilities of the phone. But again, rooting is not just for overclocking or flashing kernels or ROMs. There are just too many add-ons that require root...like beats audio/dsp manager/avast anti-theft etc. Even a CWM/ custom recovery is like a godsend in emergencies.

The way I look at it, an android device without root is worse than a iPhone!

All you can do on an unrooted device is keep installing apps! Infact I'm not the usual instagram-er/facebook-er. The only apps i use are 'Kindle' to read ebooks, 'Mileage tracker' to keep a tab on my fuel consumption and 'Money Manager' to keep track of my finances.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] apdgt27:
Since, efforts to root this phone has been unsuccessful till now, I want to know if there are plenty of such android devices that cannot be rooted at all ?

Or is it just a question of waiting long enough when someone comes up with some rooting method ?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bbsrailfan:
Theoretically, all android devices can be rooted.

Practically, it's a matter of trying to discover the right exploit, the right drivers and the right procedure. Depending on the device and the developers, some devices (like the Galaxy S3) get rooted almost immediately, while some devices never get enough support from the devs.

We need developers who can actually find out the ways to exploit the capabilities of a device.

As long as we don't have a developer supporting us, we can't develop something on our own. We can only use the knowledge shared by developers on other threads and do a trial-and-error test.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] love4chat:
Greetings Friends!!!

Here I Got CWM Touch Version Of English Recovery For You All(Its New One)

Enjoy Guys!!!

http://www.mediafire.com/?1rn604zoxclp1k6
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] suhas.holla:
which version??
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] love4chat:
Its New Version With Touch Support Added!!!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] s.yogamurthy:
Wow..its really great...

Can u give d version no?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] love4chat:
Its V5.5.0.4!!!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
Keep Sharing.. I have also developed new tool to simply root/unroot Spice Mi 425...

Happy sharing bro.. I have flashed this and its working perfect... :highfive:

After weeks long fighting with system and mobile.. I have developed an simple rooting/unrooting tool for Spice Mi425 without losing STOCK RECOVERY.. I will update my thread shortly and notify that here.. :o
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
New tool to ROOT/UNROOT without affecting STOCK RECOVERY..

Hi friends,

Finally after a week long sleepless nights(could even say days & nights).. I have come out with an tool to root/unroot Spice Mi 425(can be used with alike mobile, i dont have karbonn A9 or other mobile to test).. This tool is very simple and it does not need you to flash any recovery.. And to be clear this tool does not alter boot, recovery partitions.. :o

It just installs rooting files and removes those.. ;)

I have tested this on my mobile and its working fine... :)

You can find details at GUIDE for ROOTING/UNROOTING WITHOUT LOSING STOCK RECOVERY
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] simply_anjali:
Many Thanks

I have got rid of slowing down issue of my phone. Finally I see NQ security app as the reason for this, i guess it use to keep processor busy all the time.

Thank you very much for all the help... And sorry if some of my queries sound dumb.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mi-425:
Help Factory reset

Hi,

Please help me as i root the phone and then used link2sd after that i was trying to factory reset the phone but not succeed i remove the card and again tried but same problem . Phone says "Reboting" and shut down but not starts it hangs after showing "S" and shut down. If restarts it Switch up but the data remains as itis before Factory Reset.

mi-425:crying:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
How are you factory resetting?

Via Settings or recovery?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mi-425:
Help Factory reset

Hi,

settings->Privacy->Factory data reset. Like this lot of times tried but not succeed. Is there any another way to reset the phone :eek:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mi-425:
Help Factory reset

hi,

Please explane recovery reset.....
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
Read page 1 post 1
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mi-425:
Help Factory reset

There is all topics are for rooting only I can't find there Factory Data Reset Please tell more how to do it...:(
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mi-425:
please explain someone....i'm stuck here.....
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bbsrailfan:
Settings> Accounts

Delete the google account associated with your phone. It will give a warning asking that all information present in your phone will be wiped out. Proceed with removing the account.

Your phone will reboot and will be reset to factory settings.

If you can share specifically why exactly you want factory reset, maybe we can provide alternate methods.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mi-425:
Help Factory reset

Hi,

I want to reset my phone as like new when i purchased it. But when i tried to reset it from settings it cant responds means it shows message Rebooting and switched off and starts again Shows Big S and then it stretches that image of S and shut down then after it requires battery removal and start again then it starts otherwise it cant start but not reset all data is remain as it was before try of reset ...:crying:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bbsrailfan:
This means that your phone is not able to wipe the data for some reason. Try removing the google account and see if it works for you. Else, you will need to install a custom recovery and wipe using CWM.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mi-425:
Help Factory reset

It is unable to remove google account it shows reset phone to remove all accounts if pressed yes nothing do anything..
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bbsrailfan:
In that case, you will need to follow the instructions for

"GUIDE for FLASHING STOCK/CWM-based RECOVERY of SPICE STELLAR Mi-425"

Click this thread for instructions

Once done, you will need to enter the recovery (by pressing and holding the Vol.Up+Power Button till a red screen appears - and then pressing the home softkey (leftmost touch-button). Once you enter the CWM Menu, you will need to navigate to Wipe All/Factory reset and wipe everything.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
One more easy option....

As our friend bbsrailfan said you can try wiping data from CWM.. If you are going to try this way then there is another easy method without flashing..

Download Spice Mi425 itsJame Rooting Unrooting Tool from THREAD..

Extract the above downloaded "Spice Mi425 itsJame Rooting Unrooting Tool"..

Turn off your mobile (if it is in on).. Ensure you have atleast 70% battery..

Boot your Stellar in fastboot mode by holding Volume Up + Power buttons together till you see a GREEN SCREEN..

Now connect your mobile to PC via USB cable and wait for fastboot drivers to install/load.. You will see Windows notification icon if it is connected..

Run "fastbootDeviceCheck.bat" to check device connection..

Run "fastbootTempCWM.bat" to temporarily boot in CWM Recovery..

Shortly your mobile will load into CWM RECOVERY..

Now select wipe data/factory reset as suggested ..
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] skumar.mastermind:
Any good news on custom ROM bro...:good:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mi-425:
Help Factory reset

Thanks ...Thanks ..:victory: Its working very well and its made very easy also to non programmer :victory:. My device is reset and like new one .

Thanks again..:good:.One more question should I use link2sd application is it hurts phone.:confused:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
What size and class of sdcard do you have bro, it depends on speed of memory card.. Link2sd is more beneficial than all other things, bcoz it has auto linking facility and moves app, dalvik-cache, library to sd card..

If you decide to go with LINK2SD then you need to format your memory card with ext3, fat, linux cache etc... Which will be painful if you use ordinary PC methods.. Again i suggest to go for temporarily booting CWM recovery and format your memory card from there using advanced option.. :highfive:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bbsrailfan:
Link2SD is an absolute must-have for phones like the MI425 with very limited internal memory.

However, you don't need any of complicated processes mentioned above. You can easily partion your card on a Windows PC using MinTool Partion Manager or Easeus (Free downloads, search on google.)

These are pretty advanced programs which will repartition the SD Card without affecting the data already present in your SDCard.

Here's a complete guide to setting up your SDCard and using Link2SD

http://www.xperiablog.net/2011/12/12/link2sd-guide-never-worry-about-internal-memory-limits-again/
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prabhash400:
please help

thanks to all senior member from this forum for giving the simple guide for rooting. after rooting i instlald some app from google play. yesterday i instal beat audio from google play. after instaling my phone speaker make buzzing sound .i unistal app but problom remain. what can i do .
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
Try Factory reset.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prabhash400:
dont able to factory reset

i dont have flash recovry so i dont use factory reset
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] suhas.holla:
No need of flash recovery ...u can do it from ur mobile..just go to settings>privacy>factory data reset
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] jesrani:
What is the battery life? Is phone available in Mumbai?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] s.yogamurthy:
Battery s really good... more than 2days normal usage...buy from flipkart....
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] m.swastik:
Can anybody confirm what is the size of system partition in Spice Mi 425. I am having LG 500 we are having difficulty porting ICS to our phone because our system partition is low around 170 MB. I think any good File Manager can display the size.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] s.yogamurthy:
The ROm has 512mb so it is sufficient to install ICS...the internal memory is around 200mb..so it is definitely possible to install ICS...:D
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] m.swastik:
LG P500 also has 512 ROM which is why I asked the question? I am not concerned with internal user available memory neither should you, we can move apps to sd card but system and cache partition should be enough so that the ROM can be ported.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
so what ROM are you planning to port?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
Fresh stock rom backup...

Hi friends,

I have uploaded an fresh STOCK ROM of Spice Stellar Mi 425, I have backed up this from a fresh phone immediately after opening the box.. ;)

Spice Stellar Mi 425 STOCK ROM, ROOTING, UNROOTING, STOCK/CWM-based RECOVERY
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] suhas.holla:
Where is the link?plz post it here
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
Follow link on 1st page 1st post
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
Spice MI 425 tweaks (Credit: braveBuddy)

Follow the thread below:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=29153346&postcount=1

Has some useful tips ;)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
Battery Life is good as it comes with a Large battery of 2000 mAh
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] kkcy:
Phone Signal problem

I bought a Spice Mi-425, it is giving problem of reception of phone signals, is there any way to improve the reception of phone signals. To the worst A2000 is having better reception that this Mi-425

Any help???????????///
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
try swapping Sims from one to two and then try
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] kkcy:
I tried Swiping Sims & resetting the Phone a couple of times but of no use

I
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
What error exactly are you getting?

1. Call not connecting?

2. No network?

3. Call drop?

4. Very week signal?

Can you elaborate?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] kkcy:
The signals are very week

when same sim is placed in any other phone the signals are ok

there is a problem of week signals

is there any way to improve this for Mi425
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
Try a factory reset through recovery
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
uploaded ORIGINAL STOCK RECOVERY..

Hi friends,

I m back with ORIGINAL STOCK RECOVERY..

This is original stock recovery of Spice Stellar Mi425.. I have backed up this from new mobile immediately after opening box..

Now we have every thing as factory sent(stock ROM, original stock recovery, original stock kernel can be unpacked from stock ROM) :highfive:

You can find all information @ my thread...
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
Updated in 1st post

Link updated in 1st post.

Is this tested?

Can you provide a procedure of how to get back to stock recovery?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
Tested... Working perfectly...

Yes bro i have tested this recovery personally and its working fine.. More testers are welcome..

I have posted detailed procedure to get back to this recovery @ http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=28089278&postcount=3
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prabhash400:
my phone is Brick ?

friend I rooted my phone. then face some problem. so I disided to unroot my phone. I Flash cwm recovery. but after flashing recovery I did not boot my phone. my phone shows only cwm recovery paze. what can I do friend help me
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
Which rooting or unrooting method did you follow bro..

Is your phone booting into regular screen or you struck up at some fastboot or recovery screen..

Come on share in detail what u did and sure we will help you to get back normal...
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prabhash400:
I used fonehaker rooting and unrooting mathed

My phone booting in cwm recovory mode and stop here. I am new on android so I don't know Android technical word
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ImBridge:
Phone is restarting under electromagnetic field. This happens without fail when I put the phone on CPU.

Any solution ?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
Please be clear on your problem bro.. No one can understand what you were coming to say.. :fingers-crossed:

Does CPU have electromagnetic field, then how our speakers does not buzz when it is near CPU.. :confused:

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1. Simply by flashing fonehacker's rooting method you will lose your recovery.. so no chance of getting into CWM.. Did you flash CWM after rooting?

2. Are you getting this problem immediately after unrooting? if not, from when you are getting this problem..

3. Do you have contacts backup in sdcard?.. You could flash original stock rom if you have backup (and dont need any internal storage files and installed apps)..
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prabhash400:
How can i flash orignal stock rom friend
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
Read 1 St page 1st post carefully.

Follow the markers.

You will get your answer.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
You forgot to reply my ?'s bro..

I need to know what caused your problem.. If you could spare some of your precious time to tell in detail i (other friends too) would be happy.. I dont want more of such problems in future so if some bug exists in some methods it needs to be replaced..

Still you can flash stock ROM/Recovery (anytime) from my backup @ my thread(link in my signature)..
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prabhash400:
Friend i flash spice backup rom but massege shown that file not found everytime
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] itsjame:
Uploaded STOCK SPLASH IMAGE..

Hi friends,

Here is next feast, download your ORIGINAL STOCK SPLASH IMAGE.. :cool:

This is original stock splash image of Spice Stellar Mi425.. This backup also belongs to new mobile immediately after opening box.. ;)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prabhash400:
What can I do with this image,Friend I am new on android so I don't know Android system,If you like you give me your mobile no and and free time,if I go to the spice service center they help me
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] abhi7395:
Is there anyone getting battery heating problem ???

:confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] suhas.holla:
I have the same problem.

. I dont know that battery only gets heated up but lower part of the phone gets heated up when i use 3g continously for an hour
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] love4chat:
Hey Guys Who Are Getting Heating Problem Complaint On Spice Official Facebook Page!!!

And ICS For Stellar Is On Its Way!!!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ch@ts:
Will do that.

Whens the ICS update due? Any idea how it'll be done? Through a download, service center or OTA?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] prasad12ka4:
Battery Heating

Reasons why smartphones feels warmer than usual:

1. Heavy usage

One of the biggest and most common issue is heavy usage. I know many of us are so addicted to our smartphones that we had transformed them into something we called 'a neccesity' instead of needs. Heavy usage burns battery fast and at the same time, increase the usage of the processors and thus, generates more heat than usual.

2. Using 3G or WiFi

Turning on Automatic detection for cell service or simply turning on 3G will also increases the heat creation. When 3G are set to be turned on, the phone will be on constant 'searching' mode for 3G reception and deciding between an Edge or 3G connection is best fit for the area. As for WiFi, automatic detection will cause the same issue as what said for automatic 3G/Edge toggle.

3. Bluetooth usage

using Bluetooh is no difference than number 2. If you are not using Bluetooth, turn it off and you will even kill two birds with one stone for both battery saving and heat creation!

4. GPS is turned on

If the smartphones get warmer when you are using the GPS application, that is normal. There is nothing be worried of as the device is constantly on data connectivity to ensure you are on the right and exact spot for the best navigation.

5. Using poorly coded applications

Using poorly coded applications on your smart devices will also create a high chance of the device getting warmer than usual. I would advise a know what you are downloading. Some keep running in the back for no reason.

You can try this:

1 remove all running widgets

2 turn off wifi and gps

3 disable all syncing features (gmail, etc.)

4 enable my power saving features

5 close all running apps

6 charge only a few 15 minutes at a time.

Also (tip)

Try using without SD card (bad SD cards also cause instability)

How to prevent excessive heating in the android smartphone?

1.Reduce your gaming obssessions.

2.Moderate ur online browsing sessions.

3.Take care of your battery and leave your Android pal recharge in piece.

4.Disable unwanted functions.

5.Keep ur gizmo clean.

Heating ALSO happens mainly for 3 reasons:

1.Because of over using your "Android Device".

2.Having a compact cover and charging with out removing it.

3.Kept in very high temperature.

Tips to prevent Over heating of Android Devices:

1.Always use the mobile at optimum temperature.

2.Never plug in to charge while speaking / using / playing games.

3.Remove the case during the night time and Charging the Mobile.

4.Dont overuse it.

5.Dont root the device very often.

6.Dont install heavy apps and open it often. (Now thats stupid but for the sake of trouble shooting:p)

7.Dont leave your phone near any electric instrument or machine as it can get magnetized and heated.

8.Never overcharge your phone

9.Reduce screen brightness or turn it to auto.

Sometime device get over heated due to faulty battery too so consulting your service center will also help (Last option)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mannulko:
spice steller

hi bbsrailfan thanks for ur review.pls give ur cell no. so that i can contact u.or u can mail me ur no. at mannulko@gmail.com

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what is the max 3g speed of spice mi425

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what is the max 3g speed of spice mi425

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anyone who is having this phone pls give me ur cell no.or you can also mail me ur no. at mannulko@gmail.com

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which phone should i buy sony xperia u or spice steller mi425?