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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] zisix:
Post 475 (by PhxkinMassacre) in the thread is the one most people mention. It's what I followed for multiple phones too.

All of the phones I did were already rooted using the script/instructions at htcevohacks.com/htc-evo-4g-lte-root/how-to-root-htc-evo-4g-lte/

Worked perfect every time.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] premo15:
If you don't want to use HTC dev, here's what I would do:

1. S-OFF w/ lazy panda http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1737123

- DISCLAIMER: I was already dev unlocked and rooted when I used this. I don't think being rooted is a pre-req, but may want to double check the official thread. The main thing is you want to be on a 1.13 based ROM (which it sounds like you are)

- I followed post #475, there is also a link to it in the OP.

- I would recommend copying the contents of your sd card to your PC, then formatting the sd card on your phone. I bricked the first time I used lazy panda, but I was able to unbrick and after I formatted my sd card it worked fine the second time. Be prepared to either dual boot Ubuntu on your PC or create a live boot disc or flash drive in case you need to unbrick.

2. Use zedomax's root method http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1671577

- This only gives local root (no recovery)

3. Install TWRP

- Boot into the phone normally, install GooManager from the market

- Launch the app, hit menu, select Install OpenRecoveryScript

Then you should be ready to flash whatever you want.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] NaterTots:
Also if you use the regaw method to root and install twrp in one click you aren't flagged by HTC as he created something like 100 accounts and it randomly cycles between them when unlocking your phone.

At least the way I understand it.

Then when you s-off you'll already have twrp installed.

That's how I did it.

Naters
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Anthonicia:
I clearly need to read thru all these threads again. When using regaw method doesn't it clear all data on your phone? Maybe getting mixed up with other stuff.

Man, was hoping I could do this all at work tonight. Not looking like its gonna happen.

Guess I will rent my $25 worth of HTC watch rentals before I can't when I'm rooted. Will feel like I wasted money even tho its free. Hate that feel. Lol

Thanks for the helpful posts and links.

Ask me about my ability to annoy complete strangers!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] redhatter:
This is just what i need...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] zisix:
I can't say whether it does or not, but the method I linked to.does not clear data.in your phone. It just gives root.

Recovery & S-Off are separate steps too. All easy though.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] premo15:
Yes, unlocking the bootloader through HTC dev does wipe the phone.

Sent from my EVO LTE
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] peraburek:
does anybody knows how to fix when serial number goes wrong (11x 0) - 00000000000

I believe it has someting to do with nv_data.bin where CSC or model description are stored, however I don´t have backup of nv_data.bin

I dont have backup of nv_data.bin :( or efs folder

thank you very much :)
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] simomi:
Hello everyone, I'm new in these parts.

I live in Morocco and I purchased a SGS3 about two months ago. I love it !

The only thing is, I'm not receiving any updates since I had it. When I look for updates from the phone it says that no updates are available.

When I try to use Kies to update it tells me I'm running the latest firmware, although my phone only got the I9300XXALF2 !

Am I doing something wrong ? Or is it a country problem ?

Thanks in advance for your help.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] s3lover:
Hi check is what your CSC is
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JJEgan:
Why should you have an update has your phone provider updated the firmware ???

If not you are on the latest ask your phone provider .

Or join XDA Developers and flash latest stock firmware .

jje
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] simomi:
My CSC is LF1 (MED)

So it's my phone provider that provides the update, not Samsung ?
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JJEgan:
Both dependent upon phone provider .

jje
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] simomi:
Thanks, so I guess I just have to wait for my provider... It sucks

I'm worried I never get an eventual Jellybean update because of this !
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JJEgan:
Why not take your life in your hands and join XDA Developers forum and you can then flash what you want on the day of release .

jje
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] simomi:
Thank you... But this means that I'd have to root the phone right ? I'm kinda afraid of doing so because of the warranty... But thanks anyway
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] adambro4:
all the big boys do it ;)
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] buge boyo:
You don't have to root your phone to flash latest stock firmware.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] simomi:
For real ? if that's the case I might look up how to do it and give it a try tonight !

Also, is there any possibilty I brick my phone in the process ? thanks
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jamie2002uk:
As long as you flash the right stuff you will be fine you csn either build or buy a jig if u brick it tho.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] buge boyo:
Please don't rush things make sure you read every detail it's a very easy process.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JJEgan:
For real join XDA Developers forum this official Samsung stuff is a waste of time .

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1674286

jje
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mr Colt:
My phone felt from about 5 feet yesterday and i am wondering whether the my initial display (AMOLED) has to be replaced or the front glass. My phone seems to be working great including touch and the display. I ran to Sammy's service center asap and they told me the display has died and it will cost around 8500 INR (~170$). Just wanna make that what avtually has to be replaced.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CJSlim79:
I don't see the thumbnail, Is your screen smashed? there are ways to replace just the glass, I think there's something in this forum or General walking you through it, However ,I'd not do it..

If the screen is smashed I'd either A) Have SS replace it or B) Buy one and do it myself, However, I'd need to be 110% sure I was comfortablt with the process..

There's also a couple of YouTube video's showing the process for replacing just the glass and also the full screen..
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mr Colt:
Thanks for replying ..I actually listed my question just to confirm what has to be replaced whole display+digitizer or just the front glass. I do not rely on the service center guyz to be honest. Will service center people just replace the above glass or they will charge me for the whole screen ?
[HTC Wildfire S] DaveNavy:
I'm running RUU UK 2.26.401.3 at the moment on my Sim Unlocked, Bootloader Unlocked, S-ON, HBOOT Version 1.09.0099, T-Mobile USA Wildfire S, Model Number is Now HTC Wildfire S A510e after the UK ROM Flash. Kernel Version is 2.6.35.10-g696f19b April 10 2012

Already Have Unlocked The Bootloader and Can and have Rooted this and Unrooted, Just Prefer Stock or as close to Stock Custom Optimized as Possible.

Problem is Battery Life, Haven't had the Dialer Show up, and tried turning the Sync stuff off but I need my emails and facebook and weather to update on its own, I think it should without having to live with only 5 hours on the battery.

I keep my wifi and data off unless I have to use it, bluetooth never gets turned on , neither does GPS, screen set to auto, yadda yadda yadda.

Anybody have a power optimized ROM for this?
[HTC Wildfire S] kantry123:
sorry dude you have marvelct which has very less roms so less choices..!
[HTC Wildfire S] finance.resat:
Yes try wildchild. For more battery try the light version http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1652973.
[HTC Wildfire S] DaveNavy:
Its already been flashed over to stock UK Wildfire S A510e Firmware, The Device is now A510e.....:silly: but okay LOL!!!
[HTC Wildfire S] DaveNavy:
Have you personally tried this and gained improved battery life over a stock ROM? Just wondering, what kind of battery life are you now getting?
[HTC Wildfire S] sharpenednoodles:
Best method is to keep the phone clocked at a 200mhz constant.

Best battery saver.

Ever. :laugh:
[HTC Wildfire S] rishr4:
wildchild is the best battery efficient ROM i have used

Yeah.. I have been using wild child 2 and 3 .. I believe that I have got better battery life on wild child than on stock ROM ..

And personally , I think wild child 2 gave me better battery backup ..

Further more , wild child is far better stable than most of the other ROMs I have tried :)
[HTC Wildfire S] Amar.B:
I.m using this Rom since yesterday

{ROM}[JELLY KING v1.3]GSM[Stable][fast]{Autobrightness fixed][UPDATED][26-01-2013]dedoxed

Best Rom i ever used i used CM9 Alpha 9 for more than 2 month it has to many bugs(problem with YouTube/ Drains battery like hell/ Cam its not working ) so my advise to you is try Jelly king V1.3 best Room:good:
[HTC Wildfire S] rishr4:
How is the battery Life of JK ?

The battery drain issue is there for this one too, right ?

I have tried the jelly king and the BLUMOD. Both are stable, fast enough and auto-brightness issue is fixed on both. Still , battery drain is an issue. :silly:

Currently using the BLUMOD ROM though ;)
[HTC Wildfire S] enyaman:
Ynt: Which Rom Has Best Battery Life?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1735773 This rom is best.

HTC Wildfire S
[HTC Wildfire S] amjadiqbaltarar:
stock rom has best battery stamina than ever. but you should dissable keypreds vibrations, reduce brightness and disable automatic sync to extend battery timing.
[HTC Wildfire S] iLikeVen0X:
For me its the 2.3.5 Stock rom
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] donsh00tmesanta:
Does anyone else have issues with I in ics
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] njfoses:
What issue?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] scarmon25:
I've used it with almost all AOSP ROMs. they trick I have found is to make the selection Automatic or Roam Only. Then once its past the super user prompt I reboot the phone. Once its booted back up it works perfect. If you choose the option in the app to reboot after selection it won't work. It reboots it too quick so the selection doesn't stick.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] elliwigy:
or make sure u bought it and have latest version.. it takes time.. i have it set to exit application after selection and dont have any issues
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] CyberpodS2:
It is a little wonky sometimes... like it takes longer than usual to make the change or it flips back a forth a few times when I put it back to automatic from roam only. It also seems to be rom dependent. Under Blu Kuban, it seems to be flawless. Under Agats and Ice it seems laggy and under m'ics it did that back and forth thing. You might be seeing something completely different though. What exactly are your issues?

---------- Post added at 12:04 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:02 PM ----------

Yea, that makes sense. Laggy execution is one of my symptoms... I'll have to try that. :good:
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] donsh00tmesanta:
same with me it takes a while to switch but makes phone crash
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] elliwigy:
mics here and it switches right away. have also had no issues on any modem or rom. only time i had issues was when i used the old version i didnt pay for.. since i bought it and got newest version its been flawless
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] scarmon25:
Hell I didn't even know a new version was available. Thanks for the info.

Need Help? I'm on GTalk

scarmon27@gmail.com
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] donsh00tmesanta:
I changed kernel back to stock blazer 1.5 and it works again yee
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] donsh00tmesanta:
Never mind still does it
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
SOLUTION FOUND, ALL PROBLEMS SOLVED :)

Hi, I recently installed Android 4.0.4 to my Galaxy S2. The reason I am asking these questions is because all/most of the documentation written for them seems to be written for a Galaxy S2 with 4.0.3 or below.

Basically, the latest update was bad, made the system look ugly, makes phone signal drop, battery drain, some texts drop, and Silent mode seems to be no different from vibrate mode in that it still vibrates. What I want to do is root my Galaxy S2, backup all of the apps, SMS, MMS, Call logs and their data (So that when I restore the phone, I don't have to start games like Asphalt 6 and Cut The Rope over again) and then install CM9 + Google Apps and restore the apps and their data. Is there an easy way of doing this that's suitable for a first time rooter and flasher?

Thanks so much for any help, Jack :)

Running an unbranded, sim free Galaxy S2 bought from Amazon.

On giffgaff network.

In the UK, so I'm not using LTE or anything like that :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Stileth:
Root using method 1 from guide in my signature. Then backup all with Titanium Backup.

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[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
Ok, I read through it and it seems like it's not too complicated, but when it says "Internal SD Card" does that mean my MicroSD card or something different?

Thanks, Jack :)

Edit: Also, where do I download the files that it mentions?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Stileth:
No, internal SD card is your internal storage. Your microSD is external as you can take it out ;)

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[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
Ok, thanks :)

Also, because the forum wouldn't me add the edit in time, where do I download the files that the guide mentions.

Sorry for asking all these (possibly stupid) questions, I'm just nervous :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
As for backing up apps and games etc....titanium backup. I was advised to use the pro version, will never turn my back on it. As for the rom and root it depends what kernel wnd rom you want to use. My signature has links to a reliable kernel and rom thats based on CM, AOKP and a few others rolled into one, magic config link is also usefull to maximize battery life
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
Ok, also, is anything likely to go wrong during the rooting process? I'm trying to backup via Kies before doing anything, and Kies keeps failing and telling me to reconnect. I've tried restarting the PC and phone, and it keeps doing it, some I'm wondering whether I should bother backing up with Kies at all.

Thanks, Jack :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] leeomendes:
it's your internal storage (Phone), not the microSD card...
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
Only thing that will happen when rooting (providing you use a kernel that is trusted, some have emmc cap erase bug, messes things up, luckily i aint had that before) your get a yellow triangle when booting your phone, this can be removed using triangle away app which resets your binary to say it hasnt been tampered with. Aslong as you follow instructions fully, you should be fine :) as for kies, odin hates it, disable kies or uninstall it from your pc. Backups are always better with titanium, your probably find that your apps are backed up to google but may need to restart games etc where as titanium saves everything so you start from where you left things
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
Ok, so I decided that I'm going to use Method 1 in Stileth's signature ( http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1746794 ) would this apply for that? How dangerous is that method. Also, I can't backup with Titanium before rooting, which was my main concern, as I wanted a backup in case anything went wrong whilst rooting.

Thanks, Jack :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
Personally i used this link the 1st time i rooted http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1103399&highlight=litening+rom i cant see any problems with the link you sent though so shud be fine, seeing as you cant do a backup at the moment, i think your going to end up needing to restart all your games etc after rooting and installing a custom rom (if your doing that aswell) i would strongly advise to make a nandroid backup before you do anything though, most links will advise you to do that aswell. atleast if anything does go wrong you can reflash your phone back to its original state.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
But surely I can backup if I root first, then install Titanium, backup, then install CM9?

Or am I confusing myself?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
the nandroid backup is just a safety thing so if anything does go wrong during root, you can flash straight back. rooting wont disturb any of your settings or games etc so once rooted your be fine to use titanium for a full back up before using a custom rom
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
Ok, thanks :)

Also, I just realised the files I needed were at the bottom of the guide.

As I said, noob.

Thanks, Jack :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
haha we all started as noobs at 1 point, flashing gets easier all the time, aslong as you read posts fully and follow instuctions fully, you shouldn't run into any major problems, if you do there is always someone on here that will be able to help and 90% of the time the answer is already somewhere on the forum
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
Ok, quick question, what will Titanium do with the apps on my SD card. Do they need to be backed up, or are they safe since they're on the SD card? Or does Titanium back them up anyway?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
once you start using titanium it will back up everything, everywhere. you can change filters to only back up what you want, it will do automated backups if you set it all up (the pro version is definitely advised as you can also freeze or remove system apps to improve battery etc but do not rush into that as if you remove or freeze something then it could have effects on other parts of the phone but there are a few useful guides on that side of things) when cahnging roms though, do not back up anything written in red on titanium (those are system things, if you restore red items on new roms, it will interfere with the new system settings and cause force closes etc, again there are guides about for titanium aswell but it is easy to use :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
Ok, whilst I will probably buy Titanium backup at a later date, is the paid version needed for what I'm doing right now. I say that because I literally do not have enough money in my bank account for it (I'm 14 :P)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
as far as i remember the free version will let you back things up and restore them, the pro version lets you do the freezes etc. it took me a while before i went to the pro version
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
Ok, that's good :D

Also, in other news, I'm now should be rooted!

Anyway I can test it? I think I remember a root testing app, actually, so I'll try that :)

Woohoo!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
as easy as that :good: even when using titanium, if your not rooted it will tell you anyway ;) do you back up before going for a custom rom, thats when your start loosing things with the roms new settings etc. like i said, flashing gets easier then if your anything like me your start wanting more battery life etc and get into alot of other things
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
Ok, I'm definitely rooted, but can someone help me out with Titanium? I've clicked backup/restore, but I'm not sure what I should be clicking from there to backup all of my apps and data?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
i'll go through mine and give you instructions, are you planning on a new rom straight away?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
Yes, as soon as I backup, straight to flashing CM9 and the google apps, then restoring all my backed up stuff. I'd preferably like to backup my Call Logs, MMS, SMS and Apps + Data. My photos are synced with Ubuntu One, so they don't matter and my music is all on my hard drive. The reason I'm so eager is because of the latest samsung update, it's made everything look ugly, and Silent mode still vibrates, battery drain is appauling. Long story short: I hate samsung now.

Edit: if it helps, my phone is linked to google, and the backup features are turned on, so I won't have to backup contacts or anything else that gets backed up that way.

Edit2: If restoring SMS, MMS and call logs would add extra difficulty or annoyance, then don't worry about that. But the apps are a must.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
first off i'd recommend to start downloading the new rom, they can take a while to download sometimes so while its downloading you can start getting your fone ready with the back ups etc. once thats downloaded, personally i store the new rom on my ext sd ready for installation

second, is configuring titanium..copy step 8 in this guide http://www.titaniumtrack.com/kb/titanium-backup-kb/titanium-backup-user-guide.html

once thats done you want to go back to the start up page of titanium backup, press on the backup/restore tab > click to edit filters, make sure it displays a tick in ALL on each area (that way you wont miss backing up the things you want to keep) from there press back then press on the tick in the top right hand corner, your see an option to back up all user apps + system data, once inside there DESELECT ALL then only tick anything in in white and green IGNORE the reds (system files) hit the top right tick and wait til its finished :)

your contacts etc should all be backed up aslong as you have recently turned sync on, i would probably switch that on soon as you done your titanium and while waiting for your rom to download just to be safe
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
I turned the Google Backup sync on last night, and I downloaded the ROM this morning. The backup is running now. Thanks alot :) Would you mind helping me with the actual flashing of the ROM aswell? I'm having to take baby steps as this is all new to me.

Thanks, Jack :)

Edit: I set the backup location to the external SD card.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
i just found the link i used in the past for making sure the installation is completly clean, i use it everytime i update my rom, even though my updates are non wipe i still do it this way to get the clean install and so that i know i'm not loosing memory through things left behind

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=28121898&postcount=51494

scroll down to "Extended steps to install the ROM"

this guide was written for installing the resurrection remix rom but its basically the same for all roms for the clean install, just ignore steps 4, 5, 6 (unless you have to install gapps for your rom, in that case it should prompt you during the installation) as they are for the resurrection rom, once done it should reboot perfect and be a clean install and then you can start restoring things back :)

edit: my backups are set the same, atleast that way if you change phones or anything you can push the ext sd in a new phone and restore to that aswell :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackfifield:
I'm going to be installing the Cyanogenmod 9 stable version from their website, what do you mean it would prompt me to install gapps? I thought that I had to download the gapps zip, and flash that straight away after flashing CM9, then boot into CM9 for the first time, and everything would already be there?

Thanks, Jack :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tigerphil:
thats right, what i meant was, when you have installed the rom, it should come up on the installation screen saying now install gapps (i've only ever used a CM9 rom once, now on CM10, AOKP, HTC, samsung, sony rolled into 1 rom ;) )

in your case on the link i sent you, then follow all the steps, gapps would be their aroma installer :)