yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mckeeverisdman:
You don't need root to take screenshots. Press and hold home and power until the screen flashes and then voila.. you have a screenshot. Standard feature in ICS/JB.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Pesceman3:
Is there any way to update to 4.1.1 from 4.0.4? Trying to update from the phone says it's on the latest version and Samsung Kies doesn't detect a new firmware version.

EDIT: Was able to flash the update .zip through recovery:

http://allphonefirmwares.blogspot.com/2013/01/samsung-sph-l300-galaxy-victory-4g-lte.html
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] angus242:
I keep getting an error when trying to flash through recovery with file from above. Phone is rooted. Any ideas?

---------- Post added at 07:57 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:08 PM ----------

Nevermind. Did factory reset, flashed back to stock recovery and update took.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] angus242:
Strange

Completely stock

Ran root.bat successfully.

Odin CWM successfully.

Tried to flash update failed.

Restored to stock recovery successfully.

Flashed update successfully.

Tried root batch failed.

Wiped all data and Odin back to stock files successfully.

Tried root batch failed.

Tried update via stock recovery failed.

Odin CWM successfully.

Tried to flash update failed.

Wiped and Odin back to all stock files.

There is no longer a "Check System for Updates" option in settings anymore.

Any way to get back to 100% stock?

or

Any way to force update.zip?

I'd prefer to have the update more than rooted but I can't get to either now.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] buzz99:
good

good
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] roberto15359:
I have a question for some developers, I am wondering how to root with a virgin mobile phone 4.1.2 I really cannot afford to mess around if anyone sees anything pm me! I want my device rooted! bleh lol. I am not new to rooting, however, the information is very scarce for this phone unlike the htc evo 3d lol >.< btw i get permission denied when copying over the files!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] evi1st3wi3:
I have a 4.1.2 Victory as well and when I run the root.bat I just get a bunch of "Permission Denied" messages. I tried just using adb push myself and it doesn't work either. I don't know what the matter with it is. Hopefully someone can help.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] interloper:
Keep it Simple

Either recovery I have ported, CWM or TWRP has the ablity to root the device from recovery. There is a CWM .tar that can be flashed in bootloader mode using ODIN. Once you have CWM, flash SUperSU and Busybox from my host. I even have ODIN on the host.

www.waywardpilgrim.net/android/

1. Install Odin and Samsung Drivers (Available in the Tools directory)

2. Get the TWRP .tar from my host (Available in the device directory)

3. Flash SUperSu and Busybox (Available in the Tools directory)

Once you flash TWRP and the device begins to reboot, pull the battery. Replace the battery and boot into recovery by pressing volume-up and holding power. This will ensure the recovery is not overwritten by an Android failsafe. More instructions are available in the forum.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] TheOneFreeMan:
This may be a dumb question...

But when I go to install the .bat file I get all the way to the prompt where it says 'adb is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file.

uid and gid should both be 0

Are they?

and if I hit "y" I'm assuming it takes me to the prompt right before all the rooting happens...I hit "any key" and it just closes the window. If I hit "n" it just closes the window? Again, I know this may be a dumb question but I'm just confused is all. If someone would help I would be MUCH appreciative! Thanks.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] interloper:
I think yer doing it wrong

The easiest way to get this done is already available and works with ALL versions of the device, whether Sprint or Virgin Mobile, ICS or JB. The problem is there is not a forum on XDA. The forum is on AndroidForums. I have released both CWM and TWRP for this device and I have SuperSu and Busybox available on my host. All you have to do is use Odin to flash the recovery and flash the SuperSu and Busybox sips. It's simple dimple and easy peasy.

http://androidforums.com/victory-4g...695192-oudhs-twrp-2-4-3-0-galaxy-victory.html

Get all the files you need here: www.waywardpilgrim.net/android/

Navigate to "tools" for the Samsung drivers, Odin flash tool, SuperSu and BusyBox zips and then to the Samsung SPH-L300 directory for the TWRP .tar file.

I asked about getting a forum for this device and was told that if enough thread start for it, they will give us the forum. So, please, for the sake of future development, post new questions and information in new threads.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] roberto15359:
/watch?v=bQrRiSD4kOs&feature=youtube_gdata_player

My youtube video on this topic
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] merkinmaker:
Like flies on ships

I'm all over it...as in I'll make a couple threads to assist in fleshing out the forum/documentation for this phone.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] merkinmaker:
I can confirm this working on 4.1.2, new as of a week ago from VM.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] angus242:
Anyone have a .tar to get back to 100% stock? I upgraded to 4.1 and tried to root. Had issues. Went back to stock using one of the files listed earlier. Stock 4.0 is working but there is no more check for system updates in system settings.

I'll do whatever to get to 4.1

Tried using same method as original but flash fails this time.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] angus242:
I was able to find the files I need here:

http://www.rwilco12.com/downloads.p... Galaxy Victory 4G LTE (SPH-L300)/Stock ROMs/

Thanks to xInterlopeRx and rbheromax for all their help, support and development on this device!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] interloper:
Link them to me at my email, so I can include them in my request for a forum. Also, link them in this thread so they will spread. It's called seeding, right? And I fixed that script. It's posted on AndroidForums right here: The 1.5ghz kernel thread, AKA SPEEDBALL KERNEL
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] blu422:
Doesn't work for me...

So I have a virgin mobiled version of this device (same device and prettymuch the same software as well) and I'm running 4.1.2 and it didn't work... :( Help? :)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] interloper:
There are tutorials that will work at android forums.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] merkinmaker:
Title:

4.1.2 Should still work. Research flashing a .tar with Odin. You will need to uncheck "auto reboot" and pull the battery after flashing. Then after flashing install supersu or su, and busybox if you like. That's all I've got. :cyclops:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] jdmcquerry:
Are the files gone from interlopers site? I cant find the TWRP or CWM recovery image anywhere..

i was able to root the phone when i got it back in February, but never tried to flash the CWM to it.. now i can find it, and the version i managed to find doesnt work in odin.. (always fails, nothing written)...

Guess ill do a factory reset then install JB, then re-root...
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] TheBritton:
TWRP 2.4.3.0 TAR file can be found here http://www.waywardpilgrim.net/android/samsung/sph-l300/mod/recovery/TWRP.2.4.3.0.tar and the zip file can be found here http://www.waywardpilgrim.net/android/samsung/sph-l300/mod/recovery/TWRP-v2.4.3.0-Victory.zip

CWMR 6.0.2.8 can be found here http://www.waywardpilgrim.net/android/samsung/sph-l300/mod/recovery/CWMR-v6.0.2.8-Victory.zip

These files including others are listed in my Root Guide found here: http://androidforums.com/victory-4g-lte-all-things-root/703185-virginmobile-guide-basic-wip-rooting-newbies.html courtesy of xInterlopeRx and OUDHS.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Crawshayi:
My friend did the OTA update to JB but something went wrong I think and now her phone is laggy as hell. I had her do a factory reset, but it's still laggy. What would be the best way to fix this? Is there a stock image she could flash via Odin? There are no Cyanogenmod roms for this phone yet right?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] interloper:
There are no custom ROMs for this device. If you think she did mess something up she can go back to stock ICS then update again. There are threads about this device on Android Forums.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ecopunk:
I cant get this to detect mine. Are the people getting this running on 4.1.2? I hard reset it but it came from the factory with that version so wont go lower.

---------- Post added at 09:02 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:49 PM ----------

The link to the files is 404. Any mirrors?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] interloper:
I'm switching servers. Once I have the files back online I will provide a new link. The host is at www.oudhitsquad.com/android/ but I won't be able to upload everything tonight. I apologize for the inconvenience.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] grumpy_old_soldier:
Cannot root Samsung Galaxy Victory 4G LTE

To all:

Good Saturday afternoon. I am the owner of a new Virgin Mobile Samsung Galaxy Victory running Android 4.1.2. I have attempted rooting the device, according to the directions given on this forum by NIEMASD, using the tools recommended. I have followed them to the letter, using two separate computers, two different USB cables, and separate downloads of the files indicated.

I get the following errors during the process (copied from the CLI):

Step 1 - Setup...

Copying files:

Copying su:

failed to copy 'su' to '/data/local//su': Permission denied

Copying debugfs:

failed to copy 'debugfs' to '/data/local//debugfs': Permission denied

Copying debugfsinput:

failed to copy 'debugfsinput' to '/data/local//debugfsinput': Permission denied

...done copying files.

Linking /system to tmp...

failed on '/data/local/tmp' - Permission denied

link failed File exists

...done linking /system

Rebooting...

Cleaning up...

Restoring tmp...

rm failed for /data/local/tmp, Permission denied

failed on '/data/local/tmp.bak' - No such file or directory

...done restoring tmp

Removing files...

rm failed for /data/local/su, No such file or directory

rm failed for /data/local/debugfs, No such file or directory

rm failed for /data/local/debugfsinput, No such file or directory

...done removing files.

Rebooting...

Each time I have attempted the root, only the installation of SUPERUSER is successful. Each time, I have done a factory reset, and tried again, with the same results. I have verified that the drivers are installed, and the settings for "UNKNOWN SOURCES" and USB DEBUGGING" are enabled. Still no luck.

I have read many posts on several blogs saying that the root has been done successfully, as well as others who get the same root errors as I do, but I haven't seen an explanation of how to solve the problem.

Any guidance and all opinions are appreciated, in advance.

grumpy_old_soldier
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] interloper:
There are detailed instruction available on AndroidForums that will help you root the device.

http://androidforums.com/sprint-victory-4g-lte-all-things-root/

Follow the guide in the first stickied link at the top. All the files you need are available on the OUDHitSquad website. Go to Downloads/tools for ODIN, Busybox and SuperSu. Navigate to Samsung/SPH-L300 for the recovery file. http://www.oudhitsquad.com/
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Franzferdinan51:
Where are u finding the Roms at I can't find any Roms anyplace!!!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] jbollman2020:
Samsung Galaxy Victory-permission denied

Thank you for the batch file.

It goes through all the steps, however, I only receive "permission denied" or "file not found" depending on the action the batch file is taking.:crying:

Any suggestions? Thank you.

============================

I just saw the post from "grumpy_old_soldier." I will follow the info just below "grumpy's" entry....

"There are detailed instruction available on AndroidForums that will help you root the device.

[link won't paste]

Follow the guide in the first stickied link at the top. All the files you need are available on the OUDHitSquad website. Go to Downloads/tools for ODIN, Busybox and SuperSu. Navigate to Samsung/SPH-L300 for the recovery file. www dot oudhitsquad dot com"
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] _1sound:
Thanks for the root.

Now that it is rooted do you have an unroot method on hand by any chance?????? :confused::confused::eek:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] cris_jr95:
my galaxy victory didnt root. i only got the superuser app added
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MDEnce:
Works for ME

Picked up one of these as a FREE phone on a no contract offer.

Got the phone yesterday.

Followed the niemasd's instructions, and the batch file rooted it just fine.

Sideloaded CWM and was able to boot into recovery.

Sideloaded TiBu and was able to uninstall the Sprint bloatware and Google Wallet.

Both asked for, and were granted SU permission, so the root clearly worked.

This morning, the phone said it wanted to do an update. Without thinking I said OK. It rebooted into recovery again, and I told it to restart, and it did. I just checked TiBu, and it still has root.

Didn't check the device info before, but now it shows:

Android version 4.0.0

Baseband version 3.0.8-934170-user

Build number IMM76D.L300VPALH1

Hardware version L300.05

Thanks niemasd!

Now if anyone has a way to use this phone on someone else's network (RingPlus, FreedomPop, etc.) I sure would be happy. ;)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mrsweet08:
I am getting really annoyed first off i have tried every method listed here or that i can find online. Problem number one i have usb debugging enabled but when i plug my phone in it won't actually come up that its being used just that usb is connected. Problem number two which i figure is because debugging won't work i can't get these methods to work. I can get my device to.show.up in adb but i can't get anything to push all i get it permission denied. I tried odin to flash twrp and it says success but when i go into my recovery its still stock. Info about the device its an sph l300 on virgin mobile. And i am on 4.1.2 and in settings- about device- status- device status- it says custom. So I'm stumped let the advice flow forth.:what::sly::eek::sly:

I also have tried two usb cables all of the drivers are installed. And i even downloaded something from Samsung cause when i was in adb i tried adb usb and something came up on the phone telling me to download on the pc it was kies. And i did and still nothing.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] stacld87:
After owning a galaxy victory for a while now I have finally been able to root it. The instructions on this website worked for me and I have also found a couple roms. Try this and see if it works.

To root:

http://theunlockr.com/2013/06/11/how-to-root-the-samsung-galaxy-victory-4g-lte-virgin-mobile/

Conquest ROM for galaxy victory(I had trouble getting the data to work):

http://www.vmroms.com/index.php?topic=794.0

Another ROM for galaxy victory (this one is the one that worked right after installing):

http://androidforums.com/virgin-mob...om-vaevictus-oc-kernel-updated-7-30-13-a.html
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] un10ck:
L300 Sprint

L300 Sprint

root not work :(
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mrsweet08:
Good luck bud ive been trying for some time now. and it seems thats this tread is pretty much dead on advice. Ive looked online elsewhere and i cant seem to find a thing. maybe there is a difference in the sprint and vm versions, Not sure but i do have a question does your phone say debugging enabled when you connect it to the pc?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] GujuNilesh:
Try this if you guys havent gotten it working yet

Google search : "how-to-root-the-samsung-galaxy-victory-4g-lte-virgin-mobile" and open the first link
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] tommylogic:
WORKING!!!

I used this root on a T599 from a S3 T-Mobile AND a Virgin Mobile L300 Galaxy Victory.

This worked like a champ. Easiest root I ever did. THe only "trick" to it is makingsure that you download the official drivers FROM SAMSUNG!!!

Here's the steps...

Install Samsung Drivers FROM THEIR WEBSITE

Enable USB Debugging

Connect Via USB

Run "Impactor.exe" to run Cydia Impactor

Press "Start"

You will see "PAYLOAD" flash across top of screen

Reboot Phone

Install SuperUser and confirm Root Success

Its really that simple.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] alpenglow:
not working on most recently update

Not working. Even tried vRoot

No luck.

Any other methods? Seems like update blocked these holes/
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mikenrm:
need orgignal rom for odin for virgin mobile

i rooted my phone and messed up to where it would go into odin mode / recovery with an error messege saying connect to kies i did that but it wont connect for anything. did more looking around used odin again on pc selected pdf flashed a file and now i can go into recovery on my phone np and odin mode problem is i got a sprint file i think because when i boot it up it shows sprint logo and wont go past it can any one help ? its a samgsung galaxy victory 4 g lte .
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] zaq123:
What happened to the tar file for odin?

JB galaxy-victory-stock-system.tar
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Torroth:
I know it's a somewhat old thread but I have a galaxy victory and I rooted it. Now every time I turn it off and back on it wants to update. So I then have to hit update which then goes to the teamwin area. I then have to select reboot then system and the phone restarts. Everything is fine until I have to shut off or restart my phone. Then I have to go through the process again. any help would be appreciated. Thanks. :D
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bbwarfield:
I have a Sprint version of the Samsung Galaxy Victory. I am aware that many ROMs for the Victory are for Virgin Mobile. Is there anything for Sprint?
[RAZR HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] buljo:
I was kind of bummed when Motorola wouldn't release the Maxx HD to Europe, so I`ve waited for the nexus 4..

but now im done waiting. and flirting with the idea of the Maxx HD.. but will this work for me here in Norway/europe?

Motorola DROID RAZR MAXX HD 4G Android Phone at Amazon and buy without contract(phone only) option.. ?
[RAZR HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] buljo:
found out it is compatible with my carrier..

but cant really decide.. can someone please tell me why i should pick this over the nexus 4?
[RAZR HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EdwardN:
Nexus 4 = no LTE, no microSD slot. If either of these things matter to you, then don't get the Nexus4.

Razr HD international XT925 is probably a better option for you than Verizon's XT926, as the Verizon phone is bootlocked, carrier locked, and doesn't support international LTE bands at all. Currently the Razr Maxx HD is Verizon XT926 only, however the 2500mAH battery in the Razr HD gets me through most days with more than 50% battery remaining.

Hope this helped.
[RAZR HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] buljo:
cant find other than the VZW razr hd at amazon?

and how will the dev community embrace this phone? not alot of development yet to find..

edit: i do not care so much for LTE as it is not so avaible yet in norway. so i really would like the maxx hd if i buy a motorola again..
[HTC One V] wikedjackal:
I was with cricket and now its showing virgin mobile how do I change it back to cricket
[HTC One V] michaelpat87:
What do you mean, did you flash a ROM and now it says Cricket?
[HTC One V] whoshotjr2006:
Sounds like your prl. Use qpst and load a cricket prl back on to your device. Pm me if you need a step in the right direction.
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FloWy99:
Hello,

I think I've bricked my X8 and I'd need some help, I'd really appreciate it :laugh:

Well, I had nAa kernel and LewaOS ported, but something went wrong and it was unstable lately, 'til it got frozen at loading screen and I couldn't do anything anymore, so I decided to go back to stock kernel and ROM, but I was hurried and I didn't pay much attention to what I was doing, so I flashed E15i kernel, instead of E15, so my mobile phone is now stucked at "Sony Ericsson" loading screen, but nothing happens.

I've been reading guides and well, it seems quite simple: use flashtool or PCC to unbrick it, okey. But here's my problem: when I have to turn my phone off -and then hold back button...- my phone won't go off: I press power switch but nothing happens, so I can't switch it off, and if I just remove battery it doesn't work (Flashtool or PCC, I tried both), so, what the he** can I do?

Any ideas?

Thanks :(
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Steven87:
remove your battery, and wait 10 secs, then insert it and try with flashtool, if it doesnt work, remove baterry again, and try with pc companion, do a repair phone. that should work, i had a similar problem like that before...
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fotak-x:
pull out battery

connect usb cable

prepare flash tool or PCC

press back button

if flashtool or PCC is ready to flash

put battery in phone

wait for green led/light

if i helped press thanks button
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sonurockspunk:
Its a softbrick bro follow what the developers said
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FloWy99:
Thanks :)

It's not working, I did exactly what you told me, but there's no green flashmode light, just a blinking red one. Mobile doesn't have a light when I connect it to the charger either. Now I'm fearing that battery is dead :confused:
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sonurockspunk:
Connect your mobile 2-3 hours in charging mode & then perform this
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Admiral General Aladeen:
Remember to hold the BACK button when inserting USB so you can enter flash mode.

Cheers,

Mistev
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] stamatis:
Maybe your phone just need charging,leave it at the charger for an hour,sometimes when it has low battery the light doesn't light up immediately when you connect your charger

And then follow the steps as described at the above posts;)
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nag xperia:
do not flash loader.sin
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] virendrashakya.knp:
Simply usw pcc, it helped me while I bricked my x8 in flashing another. Rom. I have no option to get it back... But pcc>> repair phone worked great... :p;)

One thing is important in your case. After downloading when you reconnect your data cable, don't forget to press back button instantly for 5 second. After that phone update will be start....

I hope it will be helped...
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] matt73300:
#include
/*
* Your warranty is now void.
*
* I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
* thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
* do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
* before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
* you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
*/

Here we go :)

This is an early and unofficial build of CyanogenMod 10.1 built from CM source code (so CM apps are included)

What works

Almost everything (Wifi, Camera, Bluetooth, RIL, data, SMS, etc..)

What doesn't work

Wi-fi for some people

Say me :)

Downloads

ROM: http://orafle.fr/downloads

Gapps: http://goo.im/gapps

I9000B users, look at this : (thank's to npzinho)

http://brasildroid.com.br/galaxy-s-i9000b-desenvolvimento/12588-rom-android-4-2-cyanogenmod-10-1-unofficial-alpha-version.html

Installation

Do a Nandroid Backup

Do a full wipe (data, cache + dalvik)

Install the ROM through CWM Recovery

Install Gapps

Wipe dalvik cache

Sources

https://github.com/CyanogenMod

Credits

All credits go to pawitp for his work and to the CyanogenMod Team. I'm only compiling their great work ;)

Screenshots :
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] burakgon:
Can you check launcher margins if it's too much?