yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] serendipityguy:
WildChld, can you please add to the OP.

Agreed Mobile Odin is the way to go, This is a sure thing.

This app injects root, the app itself and SU into the rom flashing.

The above deleted files should be posted in the OP because this keeps getting asked from time to time.

WildChld, can you please add to the OP.

Two files to rename or delete are:

/system/etc/install-recovery.sh

/system/recovery-from-boot.p
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] jbm0329:
Here is DocHoliday's Mobile Odin Pro's way, but with a few more words added.

From whatever rooted rom im on...

1) Flash the full UVALH2 firmware (FW) using Mobile Odin Pro (link to FW below). Injects root every time for me. Mobile Odin said I needed to download some files, so I let it. It doesn’t matter where you put the FW zip file (external or internal SD). Once I selected the FW zip file, it told me that this type of file is not flashable and it asked if I wanted to extract it. I said yes; once extracted, I selected the file (think it's a TAR file and it creates a folder that has the same name of the file you downloaded) and I allowed it to check the MD5 checksums. Scroll on down and make sure that the 'everoot' and 'inject superuser' options are checked.

2) Boot into new rom (the UVALH2 ROM that you just flashed).

3) Verify root access (look for the superuser icon)

4) Flash the OTA FW update using Mobile Odin. Again, has rooted everytime. It did not ask me to extract the zip file this time.

5) Reboot, verify root

6) Delete the two files I mentioned (below).

7) Install custom recovery (using goo manager for TWRP or ROM Manager for ClockworldMod); I chose ROM manager and then flashed the touch version of ClockworldMod.

8) Then flash the custom ROM (I put the custom ROM on the internal SD this time around, but I could've chosen the external SD).

7) Enjoy!

Two files to rename or delete are:

/system/etc/install-recovery.sh

/system/recovery-from-boot.p

If you can't find the 2nd file to delete, try using Root Explorer.

FIRMWARE:

http://samsung-updates.com/device/?id=SGH-T999

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Hey buddy, your signature says u r not using a theme. What r u using to change your font?

thanks
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] saldebot:
Ok this is what I did and normally do with these updates.

1) Install original H2 tar.md5

2)I go into samsung recovery and do a Factory Reset

3)Then I apply the Update(LI5) from my SdCard via samsung recovery

4)I let the phone reboot.

5)I connect phone (while on) to computer, I delete the first update(LI5) and copy over the new update(LI8). I also copy over XquizitV15.

6)I reboot into samsung recovery and do a factory reset.

7)Then I apply the last update(LI8)

8)Then I reboot into DownLoad Mode.

9)Then I Odin TWRP, when phone reboots I pull the battery.

10)Then I reboot into TWRP and do a factory reset.

11)While in TWRP I flash XD_V15. Which has root and it will re-install TWRP.

Why so many steps? Well as Wild and Doc have said before these OTA update 5 diffrent partitions. I also am use to dirty flashing, but when you do that you can't really pin point what ever problems you may be having. It may happen right after flashing or it can happen down the road. It has happend to ME.

I hope this may help some of you out, I learned the hard way. It may take you 20 to 45 minutes to do it, but you will get it done the right way. Just my .02.

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Here you go

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1823279
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] itsmikeramsay:
There's an option in Settings > Display where you can change fonts and even download new ones.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] leetone:
Thanks you rock!

Does anyone know how to delete this files:

/system/etc/install-recovery.sh

/system/recovery-from-boot.p

The root explorer says it is system file and is read only.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] serendipityguy:
Try this for a Firmware updates

Try this for a Firmware updates it is more complete
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] leetone:
For some reason the baseband doesn't update for me. When I updated to v14, it stayed at L3. Now I flash the new v15, it is still L7. The build number is correct: xqz_xdv15.T999UVDLl8
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] itsmikeramsay:
In the upper right hand corner of Root Explorer you'll see R/W....tap it and it'll change to R/O....then delete the two.....reboot afterwards...
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] clinthess:
Am I missing something? I try to listen to music via BT. Nothing comes through the speakers until i press pause, and then i get a little blip of noise before it stops. It's like it wants to play, but cant. Im not sure if the BT was fixed yet. Im running 8
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] L1Wulf:
BT audio was fixed in V12 I believe... But prior to that even with BT handshake, there was no A2DP (music) audio. Phone audio worked ok I believe.

Maybe try a dirty re-flash? I haven't heard of your particular symptom before.

Edit: I flashed V15 at a bar and when I left, the EQ for Spotify (built-in) muted all sounds. Pandora worked and turning off EQ immediately returned sound. FYI...:confused:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] vw65bus:
I love this rom thank you so much. Only problem i have is my swype doesnt work and i have it enabled including continuous input. Is this a known issue thanks
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] richeazy:
Here's how I install... wipe data factory reset, wipe caches, install. That's it lol works fine for me
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] vw65bus:
Thats what i did but still no swype ive tried it three times. Ive flashed just about every rom on here with this one being the best except the keyboard. Im gonna try a different jb kernel and see if Thats fixes it. Thanks
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] pantect:
You need to flash the new modem UVLI8

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1880987
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] NICEGYPT:
Its running very well. But it's always vibrating I don't know why. It's also reboot one time after the first boot by itself.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
Op updated... v16

Run SuperSU after load to update binary!

Got my phone start making backups and ready to load a rom and set this sucker up and I notice a tiny little crack in the corner. Great! Well new phone coming tomorrow so packed it back up :crying:

Was going to pop this in the morning but what the hell...

Thanks! graffixnyc :victory:

:cool:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] saldebot:
Hey Wild, any chance of a battery mod in aroma?

Again thank you for your hard work. Damn the new keyboard sucks....

By the way im like 15 minutes from you, so if you need a phone to upload and check the ROM i will gladly help. Small price for all your hard work. Thanx again.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] L1Wulf:
Seriously? Doesn't matter if I flash right away or wait, Wild has me dialed in. Haha. Downloading now. :D
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] DocHoliday77:
Wow!!

Ok....let me try to clarify a couple of things....sorry so many of are having problems with my instructions.

First, these were written when the first jb leak came out if I remember correctly. There were a lot of bugs people were having that would be solved by following this method. Since then, (part due to confusion, part due to fewer bugs) I think people for the most part have just been flashing normally w/ full wipe. At this point I would say to try that first and if you experience bugs then go back and try my guide. It is still a good reference for a few reasons so I still recommend everyone at least look it over.

Also, I keep seeing people telling each other how to do the battery pull! You should NOT have to do this! The only reason it was ever used was because stock recovery would overwrite TWRP or CWM at every boot. These two files are why it did that:

/system/recovery-from-boot.p

/system/etc/install-recovery.sh

If you delete these it will not rewrite stock recovery and you will not need to pull your battery! (I hate battery pulls!)

If you don't have both files then you are ok. If you cant remount r/w in root explorer then you are not rooted.

So, in short, full wipe then flash normal now. If you have bugs or instability try following my instructions linked in the op. I personslly still prefer using my method in order to get the full update installed before flashing rom, but for everyone else it is your choice.

If you are already on Wilds jb rom, you can try flashing w/o wiping first.

Wild, this being your rom, would you mind letting me know if I'm on/off the mark with this? Thanks!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] DocHoliday77:
This is because you are not 100% stock UVALH2. Its trying to patch those files but they've either been modded or removed.

Make sure that you are stock recovery and LH2 modem when you flash the LI5 ota. This is why it was recommended to first flash UVALH2 to make sure everything was ready for patching.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] pytyper483:
It was the modem.. Thanks!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] itsmikeramsay:
Anyone get the Galaxy Note 2 Camera and Gallery working yet? I can upload a zip tomorrow for it if not yet....

Sent from my SGS3...
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] JUSMEJOSE:
Is v16 audio fix?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] teambestyrandy:
Is audio in recording fixed? Hope it is on this latest leak
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] DocHoliday77:
Voice recorder is fixed but camcorder audio is not. Not sure if wild incorporated it here but if not djintrigue released a flashable zip for it. Its here in development section.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Swimguy14:
Doc, I have Lots of respect for you for your willingness to help and your patience.

--------------------

As for your instructions regarding the original sammy jb leak. It's evident that many people are still today having difficulty (for the wrong reasons) accurately following the directions, in part because of people *trying* to help by posting their own reiteration of "i flashed Y then X then Z then Q and it was the only way it worked."

I have installed the Sammy JB leaks at least fifteen times between each samsung leak and all of the devs different builds that are available. Most of the time i was coming from cm10 or aokp or other cm10-based rom.

Using TWRP and doing factory reset+ wipe system+wipe caches and then flashing the particular rom.zip (+ radio on lh2&5) has worked perfectly every time.

Like you said many people are just doing a full wipe and that's (ideally) enough.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] stir fry a lot:
Aroma is indeed amazing. I'm on Ariel rom (AT&T) right now and it has it. Any chance of adding adjustable notification tray transparency, centered battery, boot animations, and removable am/pm down the road? Battery Bar mod is kind of cool too though I don't use it.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
Yea I plan all of that but the scripting takes time and testing so it not like coming out tomorrow
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] sebmw:
This may be a stupid question but ... does TWRP recovery includes Root, if not can I root this with SuperUser_v3.0.7.zip
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] pantect:
This rom is already rooted. but just incase you need to re root your phone here you go.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1746682
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] stir fry a lot:
I wasn't expecting it anytime soon. Just some tweaks from Ariel that I really liked. Thanks for all your hard work.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] sebmw:
Thanks, this will root the new UVDLI3 correct.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] pantect:
This rom is already rooted.....

Read the op
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ThC23:
What are the changes between v1 and v2?

Powered by the SGSIII
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] pantect:
Enabled Call recording

4 Way reboot (Recovery,Download...)

Latest SuperSu update

Rooted+ insecure Tweaked Stock kernel with init.d support

Fixed Cell Standby Drain Stats

Reduced Touch Wiz Redraw

Launcher 4x5 & 5x6
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ThC23:
Anyone have a mirror, link in the OP is not DL rom for me using Mobile browser.

Powered by the SGSIII
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] saldebot:
I can have a dropbox mirror, but it is going to be about 30 minutes. Hopefully the link in the OP will be up again by then.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] isikh:
How to Odin to stock and apple the patch. Is there a walkthrough for the first few steps because I have no idea how to do them, and I'm afraid of bricking my phone through Odin before doing this! :X
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] saldebot:
once you download the patch from here http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&model=SGH-T999&pcode=TMB&os=1&type=1#firmware

once on your computer rename file to update.zip. Go into Samsung recovery [vol up+home+power] and install update.zip

The file you are looking for is T999UVDLI3

The reason the OP is stating to follow the thorough wipe and fresh install is because it is the best way to acheive the end result of a smooth ROM, beside the little glitches[camera]. I did a factory reset and cleaned cache/delvik cache 3 times before installing this Rom at 3 am. I had alot of lag anf random haptic vibrations. When I did what wildchild recomended the ROM is smooth as butter.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] NeoAndroid:
Okay, Im not sure what i did right, lol, but everything works. I came from ParanoidAndroid 2.10 but that doesnt matter since i did Factory reset and wiped everything. I also already have UVLI3 radio flashed through TWRP. I flashed this ROM then cleared Cache and Dalvik Cache again. Rebooted and set it up. Everything worked including Google Now, etc. I even went ahead and flashed the newest UVLI4 radio without a problem. I actually prefer this over the other ROMs since everything works including Wifi Calling, no echo, no lag, no screen flicker. One thing though, when i restored my apps from Titanium, i restored app-only. I hope this helps somebody.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] DocHoliday77:
For those asking for a mirror, its already there! On the countdown page you should see a blue link, "mirror". This will let you choose your download source. One of the things i love about SourceForge!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] serendipityguy:
YES this rom is legit!

YES this rom is legit!

No vibrations, no single echo's.

GPS is solid, which is very important for me.

The only problem that I can think of is battery life but this is kernel related stuff, nothing out of the ordinary.

You would have to keep a spare battery handy if you are going to do any day trips.

The biggest drain is the screen. This all preference which can be adjusted under the systems settings > Display.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] sebmw:
I am having difficulty booting into TWRP recovery, every time I do takes me back to (Android System recovery <3e>). Please help.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] clark44:
@WildChld Check PM.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] MorePAIN:
Successful flash. Tested everything. Only bug I'm having issues with is pinch zoom with the camera. Is this a known issue or so I do something wrong? . I followed the instructions to a T. :/
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] serendipityguy:
Just re-install goo manager at the market.

No Odin required, just root!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] wcoast:
Minor bug
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] wcoast:
Minor bug

View attachment 1335325
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] DocHoliday77:
Factory reset and wiping cache often fixes problems like that. If not try reflashing the rom as well.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
Batt mods are coming
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] DocHoliday77:
Thanks man, I appreciate that!

Another reason it think its become ok to just flash normally is thst as these leaks have progressed they have become more stable and bug free. That first one just had too many problems if you didnt follow the instructions. I think we're all glad for the improvement!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
OP updated v17 Maint release

coming next

Fixed audio in video recording

add gallery from note 2

Uploading....
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] marcoveli:
is the link up yet...i try to download it but no go
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Beefvvl:
It's up now. :good:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] marcoveli:
is da call record work in dis build and wallpaper work now? r these in this build
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ScottBroker:
You are too fast. I just installed 16 and now 17?

So can I assume the teathering works as you are adding it back in?

Also, can you please post the zip file for the 5 x 5 modified launcher?

Thanks
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] pantect:
It's in the rom
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
Added the app back so no fc's remember no phone yet

5x5 is in the rom options
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] flak0:
Is Wifi Direct working?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ruskiiwrx02:
Hey Wildchild! love what you do. thank you. Just wanted to find out if I'm on your old rom (which I love so much I'm hesitant to flash to this one). Do I have to odin and apply the patch and all that fun stuff or can I just flash it like any other ROM, wipe data/factory reset and flash it? or will it be this way in the future, because I am very hesitant to flash this if it's not as good as XquiziT v70 AND i have to do all these extra steps. I'm getting sick battery life, I have it all themed the way I want it and everything. Don't want to mess up a good thing, but also want to be on the latest and greatest. Sorry for the rant, but any help, tips, suggestions, would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

- Alex
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ScottBroker:
If You could make a zip that woukd best fantastic. Thanks again for all You Do.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
After the release last night that included the 4-Way Extended Reboot menu you will now see the other Roms will have it today ;)

Your all welcome but really need to thank graffixnyc from the AT&T threads as he was the one that figured it out...

I'm not taking credit why should anyone else...

I was soooo close before losing my phone... 2nd new phone has been delivered hope this one has no cracks that was very disappointing...

:cool:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] sluggersix:
Wild

Thanks for all the hard work and dedication and for sharing your amazing work... V17 is running so smooth..
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] bbobarino:
Whats the difference between note 2 camera and gallery then ours i dont see it in this rom?

Sent from my SGH-T999 using Xparent SkyBlue Tapatalk 2
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] nightfox11:
Wild

may i get the stock Launcher Back somehow please?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] wcoast:
Hey guys,

What's wifi hotspot apk called?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] L1Wulf:
Dirty reinstall the ROM, select the same options except change to stock launcher in the Aroma installer.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] nightfox11:
yea i totally forgot it had aroma in it nvm.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] leetone:
Thanks for all your hard work! I just found out yesterday the audio doesn't work. I needed to make a video to show someone and it had no sound lol.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] flak0:
I need to know if wifi direct works, so that tether is possible
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] brandlore:
what about svoice in version 17 im pretty sure ive gone to install it in aroma however its missing, and i think thats where they moved the voice commands to
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] lazarat:
request

is it possible to have a twlauncher like the one that ariel rom over at att dev section has? (applications icon in the middle of the dock)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] C_LosEvo:
hey does Bluetooth streaming music work on this room? I did fresh a install but can't get it to stream? other than that its a wonderful rom.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
I'll take a look I'm sure I can
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
Try to unpair and repair
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] pantect:
This is what Lazarat was talking about

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1843598
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] bdorr1105:
Wild child this rom is absolutely pimp. Everything is 100 percent working and my wifi strength has increased dramatically. I have the new gallery and patched the audio fix for video recording. This will probably be a daily driver for a good while. Thanks for the hard work and whoever else helped to make this rom as awesome as it is
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] pantect:
Glad to see that you are up and running.. im loving this too myself...
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] bofiana:
Can anyone else test the motion features, specifically the swipe to take a screenshot? Not working for me and just want to make sure its an issue with the leak and not just my phone. But besides this problem, loving this rom too. Thanks.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ipaq_101:
Does anyone know if there is a flashable zip to change the battery style (circle mod) and move the clock to the center? I know there are plent for AOKP and ICS, not sure if those would work with this rom.

Someone said there was a audio patch for video recording, can you share a link?

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Can you share the audio fix?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] sluggersix:
Wild you are the man! Lol

I have been getting speeds around 10 to 15 on speed test in my area.... I ran speed test 3 different times today and its been at 25 or higher .... So just to see i went back to v14.....speeds were around 15.......so sick.... My phone is blazing fast.....
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] flak0:
@Wildchld is Wifi Direct working and has the system /bin /Qumxd battery drain bug been squashed?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
I'm on it as soon as I finish wiping backup and everything else to the nice new shiny s3
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
Bug not fixed just got replacement phone so been doing this blind. I'll try wifi direct once I get everything backed up and setup
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] flak0:
Thanks bro.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
Anyone tried pushing the same files from an older version
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] flak0:
That's exactly what I was about to write. I'm on ur XquiziT V70 and I found the file Qumxd here too. Definitely bigger than one on JB. I don't know the files responsible for wifi direct though
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wildchld:
Me either well if someone could try if not I'll get to it a little later after I get done. Even one from any of the LI versions prior
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] L1Wulf:
Worked for me on V17...
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] gavilan2010:
hey guys witch kernel ya`ll recommend.

Thanks Wildchld for you work..
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] id_twin:
Anyone else having issues with the gallery, camera, and really any preview app not pulling your sdcard photos up? I can go manually into the extSdCard folder through explorer and see them. It also worked when the phone first booted up - I went straight into camera took a couple of burst shot tests, and now it's not loading at all.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] rizoh66:
Are there any themes that are compatible with this rom yet? I tried searching and came up with nothing.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] lazarat:
Is this rom blue and black or stock look?

Sent from my SGH-T999
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] rizoh66:
Seems to be stock look, but with a pure black status bar.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] pantect:
Everything is working fine on my end, no problems at all....Try a full wipe and re install the rom.

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No

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Stock