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[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ~sf:
I already posted in the wrong place one... I hope this is the right place. :o

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Hi,

I have a problem with my S2 after flashing to new firmware. This is the story:

- I purchased a S2. Everything worked fine. This was the data before I did something I shouldn’t have done:

PDA: I9100XWLQ2

PHONE: I9100XXLQ6

CSC: I9100DBTLPO

Sales code: DBT (only)

Android 4.0.4

Baseband version: I9100XXLQ6

Kernel version

3.0.15-1157945

dpi@DELL225 #3

SMP PREEMPT Fri Oct 26 16:17:36 KST

2012

Build number: IMM76D.XWLQ2

Kies worked fine (updated to the above).

- The only problem is that the firmware was DBT (German). The UI was in English but some applications were German. Nothing against Germany but I’m UK based.

- I decided to update to a new version using Odin, so I flashed:

I9100XWLPT_I9100XXLQ6_I9100XEULPA

This is where all the problems started:

Every time I boot I got a message saying the process android.(...).acore stopped

Clearing contacts cache/data did not address the problem

I read in this thread that this was due to instability of LP9 and it was advisable to use LP8.

- Flashed using Odin

Kernel_I9100XWLP8.tar.md5

I9100XWLPT_I9100XXLQ6_I9100XEULPA

- Now I have UK applications (which is good) but:

a) Every time I boot I get the message "Unfortunately, LogsProvider has stopped"

Clearing contacts cache/data doesn’t help.

b) When I try to use the phone (e.g. dial a number) I got a black screen for a minute or so and then the LogsProvider message. After that the phone application closes.

c) Kies stopped working with the message:

Your device's current firmware version is not supported to update firmware via Kies

Current firmware version: PDA:LPT / PHONE:LQ6 / CSC:LPA (DBT)

- Flashed I9100XWLPT_I9100XXLQ6_I9100XEULPA_HOME

Same problems

Now internal data is:

Android 4.0.4

Baseband version: I9100XXLQ6

Kernel version

3.0.15-I9100XWLPT-CL941023

dpi@DELL225 #3

SMP PREEMPT Fri Jul 27 18:08:15 KST

2012

Build number: IMM76D.XWLPT

In ideal world I would like to have an UK, unbranded, S2 and use Kies for future updates. Having said that, considering that the phone is almost dead any suggestion to bring the S2 back to life would be great.

I’m a little bit desperate... help... please :(

Thanks

~sf

P.S. I did search and read post, guides, notes, comments and info. I am not sure I understood all of it but I did try - I promise.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gastonw:
Well....why don't you just flash an unbranded stock ROM then? You could always update it via kies or OTA.

Should get 4.0.3 tho, dancing with 4.0.4's kernel might brick your device.

what you mean by "bring back to life", It is still working right?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ~sf:
This was the plan:

- Install an unbranded version

- Update via Kies

I didn't work :(

Do you have any suggestion for a UK-unbranded fimware version (4.0.3) that should work. My understanding is that it should be

a) for GT-I9100 (obviously)

b) XEU version (aka UK)

c) Android 4.0.3

Apart from that, is there any other important requirement?

Would this be ok: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1604254

Ok - Message received. I'll use 4.0.3.

Well, not exacly. I can't make calls...
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gastonw:
Don't worry about either your country or your calls. Search for an unbranded samsung official stock 4.0.3 ROM, flash it, check it out (smoothness and all) and then try to make a call. If it doesn't fly, just flash another modem :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ~sf:
I flashed

XEU 2012 April 4.0.3

I9100XWLP7_I9100XEULP5_I9100XXLPS\I9100XWLP7_I9100XXLPS_I9100XEULP5_HOME.tar.md5

I got the following messages:

"Unfortunately, Messaging has stopped working"

"Unfortunately, the process androind.process.acore has stopped"

"Unfortunately, LogsProvider has stopped"

I still can't make calls (black screen + above messages)

:crying:
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gastonw:
factory reset & reboot maybe?

those are simple android errors.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ~sf:
Good news. It looks like the situation has improved after the factory reset.

I'll go to sleep now (it's 2:50am here in London/UK). Tomorrow I'll check all the functions and but it looks like I'm going are in the right direction.

I'll post tomorrow about the results.

Thanks for your help gastonw - it is really appreciated. :good:
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gastonw:
np, go get some rest now.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ~sf:
[Q] Brand new S2. After flash: errors, slow... (more questions)

Bingo! The factory reset worked. Everything back to normal. I have my UK application and Kies update to:

Android version: 4.0.4

Base version: I9100XXLQ6

Kernel version: 3.0.15-I9100XWLPT-CL941023

dpi@DELL169 #3

SMP PREEMPT Fri Jul 27 18:08:15 KST

2012

Build number: IMM76D.XWLPT

The only odd thing that the "About phone screen/Status" shows serial number 0000000000*. Not the end of the world.

Just a few additional questions

Now, before I make the same mistake again (do something I shouldn't, panic and ask for help)... If I want to root:

a) Can I do it without risking to brick?

b) Can I still use Kies after rooting?

c) Is there a recommended procedure that I should follow?

:confused:

*update about it the next post.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ~sf:
Quick update about serial number 0000000000. Apparently, it is a 4.0.4 bug. The serial number is stored correctly internally but Android UI shows 0000000000.

The majority of people here probably already know that but just in case...
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ~sf:
I manage to find the answers to my own questions :silly:

a/c) I followed the procedure described here. It worked great.

b) Yes. Kies doesn’t seem to care that the S2 is rooted

Result:

- 4.0.4 generic/unbranded/XEU firmware

- Updated and recognised by Kies.

- Rooted successfully.

- So far everything works smoothly and fast

Lesson learned:

- Factory reset after firmware flash resolved the problem.

I couldn’t be happier :good:
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gastonw:
Happy to hear that, It's good to find answers just by reading a couple of post or googling around.

Now, I'd like you to read a little more about the brick bug and

4.0.4

ICS.

In the meanwhile, enjoy your device.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ~sf:
I heard of it - although I don't know the details. The 4.0.4 Brick Bug is the reason why I flashed to 4.0.3 instead of 4.0.4.

The Samsung Update application updated to 4.0.4. It wasn't, strictly speaking, my direct choice. I could have ignored the suggestion of updating but I though that, since the update was coming from Samsung and it was applied to stock firmware, it was a safe choice.

This sounds a little bit scary :confused: Should I be worried about something?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gastonw:
Lol, I remember you were on 4.0.4, told you It would be wise to go 4.0.3 and kies threw you back at 4.0.4.

Download gotbrickbug app from the store and check your chip (just for kicks). If it's insane, well...you can always go back to 4.0.3 and wait for the Jelly Bean update thru both Kies & OTA (Over The Air).

The thing is, you're completly safe whereas you don't flash any ROM or custom ROM, and perform things like wipes thru recovery and what not.

If you want to go in a flashing frenzee, then you might flash a safe kernel (like Siyah), but I think it's not the case, you seem to love Kies updates :P

The important thing is that your device is running smoothly on ICS; so, enjoy.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ~sf:
Hi gastonw,

Thanks again for you useful comments.

I suspected your comments about 4.0.3 vs 4.0.4 were related to my previous attemps of flashing 4.0... and your advice of staying away from it.

I run gotbrickbug and I'm happy to say it reports "Brick Bug? NO. Sane chip" - which I guess is good news.

I haven't tried all the functions but, so far, it works smoothly.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gastonw:
Well, ain't this a good weekend for you? lol
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ~sf:
Intense but rewarding :laugh: lol
[7 Mozart General] octopus82:
Hello,

I was given a htc mozart stuck at boot logo to try to fix it, it was in spl 1.24; I flashed the rom "RUU_Mozart_HTC_Europe_1.28.401.04_5.52.09.16_22.33a.50_RELEASE" the installation is finished but still stuck on the logo and now the spl is 1.28

I want to know what I can do for it to boot normally

is there Task29 like the HD2?

thank you
[7 Mozart General] octopus82:
can somebody help me please ?

I've changed the internal sd card, and I reflash it, bu it still stuck on logo
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Phutt89:
Has anyone found a solution to why the HTC Sync Manager or HTC Sync arent working?

Ive done a bit of searching and nothing is working for me. HTC Sync wont even recognize my LTE as being connected... Kinda pissing me off now.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ak074:
the evo lte needs sync manager not sync. here is where you can find the latest sync manager... http://www.htc.com/www/software/htc-sync-manager/
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] luisrod03:
what ak074 said is true

HTC EVO LTE
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Phutt89:
and what im saying is that neither of them are working. Ive tried Sync Manager and since it didnt work Reverted back to trying Sync.. Still not working.:eek:
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] stealthl:
I am also having a time with this. I've noticed it only works on certain roms, so there must be something removed or switched off or something on the rom's that do not sync. 1 thing I've noticed is it seems to always work on odexed roms. Still searching the web....:)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Phutt89:
I switched to rEVOlted by Swagster aka (SOS creator) and now its working. Must be a tweak on some MeanBean Roms
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] stealthl:
Just tried OMJ deodex and it's working. Had been using his odex rom and it works on that one too. Couldn't get it to work on Bad Seed. Too bad cause it's a cool rom with a lot of mods.
[HTC One V] Wintervenom:
Hello,

Does anyone happen to have a copy of the last ICS version of Sick Kernel before the original links were killed?
[HTC One V] manymarius73:
This should be it.

https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/sickkernelv0.6.zip?w=5353accd
[HTC One V] Wintervenom:
I tried your link, but it keeps giving me a 403.
[HTC One V] theiNDrAs:
you can find the gsm kernel here:

http://files.simonsickle.com/index.php?dir=htc/primou/kernels

thanks to simonsimons34
[HTC One V] riggerman0421:
If you're looking for the old sick kernel v.06 that works on sense, I have a copy. Just get Simon's permission and I'll post a link.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] TrickyDroid:
Which custom ROM do you all think is better? Eclipse or Red Tide Revenge?

I have Safestrap installed, in which I have Eclipse and stock (of coarse) installed, but I see that Red Tide Revenge is Jelly Bean. This means that I will have to reset the entire phone, if I install RTR, and I will lose stock and Eclipse, correct? Or can I still switch between the 3?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] Aeyoces:
I tried Red Tide Revenge and didn't like it. It caused my RAZR to get really hot, damn near overheat, just from watching a movie stored on the sd card or playing a simple game.
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
This is guide for those who want to install ViperS Roms on there sensation and don't know how to do that and what are the requirements.

NOTE:I WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE IF YOU BRICK YOUR DEVICES

REQUIREMENTS For HTC Sensation S-Off/S-ONand ROOTED

1.Get latest 4EXT Recovery link and if you are S-ON then enable smartflash berfore flashing

2.Firmware 3.33 Universal link (RADIO included)

3.ViperS JB Sense 5 Rom link OR ViperS JB Sense 4+ Rom link OR ViperS ICS Rom link (RIL included in the ROM)

4. Put the downloaded ROM on the root of the SD card and a brain

STEPS FOR ViperS 5.0.0 JB

1.Boot into Recovery

2.Make a Nandroid backup

3.Wipe data/factory reset(Format /system,/cache,/data,etc)

4.Wipe Dalvik & Cache

[enable smart-flash before flashing] FOR S-ON users ONLY

5.Flash ROM [VIPERS JB ROM]

6.DONE

Only Sebastian kernel can be used with ViperS JB ION which is included in the ROM

STEPS FOR ViperS 3.1.4 JB

1.Boot into Recovery

2.Make a Nandroid backup

3.Wipe data/factory reset(Format /system,/cache,/data,etc)

4.Wipe Dalvik & Cache

[enable smart-flash before flashing] FOR S-ON users ONLY

5.Flash ROM [VIPERS JB ROM]

6.DONE

Only Sebastian kernel can be used with ViperS JB ION which is included in the ROM

STEPS FOR ViperS 2.0.0 ICS

1.Boot into Recovery

2.Make a Nandroid backup

3.Wipe data/factory reset(Format /system,/cache,/data,etc)

4.Wipe Dalvik & Cache

[enable smart-flash before flashing] FOR S-ON users ONLY

5.Flash ROM [VIPERS ICS ROM]

6.done

kernel is included in the ROM and if u want u can flash your own kernels

ADDITIONAL GUIDES

[Guide] to Installing S-off, Unlocking, ClockWork, Root, SuperCID & S-on

[RADIO][RIL][July 2 2012] Sensation Radio/RIL files

[Guide] Root Official ICS ROM HBoot 1.27.000 Easely without S-Off

[GUIDE] Flashing roms with S-ON and 1.27+ HBOOT

How To | Unlock Booloader | HBOOT S-Off | Flash Recovery | Root | Sensation

HIT THE THANKS BUTTON IF THIS INFORMATION IS HELPFULL
[HTC Sensation] RAMBO.:
thx

THX man this helped me alot i was very confuse:good:
[HTC Sensation] 5ageman:
Simple and concise guide. You could maybe run us trough the Aroma installer options and such. I recommend doing the full HTCDev unlock, SOFF and root for trouble free installation. Installing any custom ROM without SOFF is quite a risk for bricking or at least disabling your device as far as I can see.
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
it doesn't bring any brick after a false installation in S-ON devices but only it is not booting

that's why all of us who are S-ON are using 4ext recovery(smartflash);)
[HTC Sensation] Angel2k6:
where Firmware 3.33 Universal is needed?

i have s-off .. couln't i flash ViperS_1.6.0.zip directly from recovery (using option "install from sd card")?
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
3.33 or 3.32 firmware is highly require to run vipers roms otherwise there will be many problems such as bootloop ,rom does not boot etc so please do that
[HTC Sensation] realceday:
Latest ViperS 1.6.0 FM Radio working correctly?
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
Yes this is a bug and the team has solved it will be fixed in the v1.6.1 kk
[HTC Sensation] ludutu:
I wanna ask, i move on from RevolutionHD and i changed my Ril and Radio version so i try to fine in threads which is best Radio and Ril. I mean a lot of users try it but no one wrote who is fit better i really have to change mine cus were for other Rom. If you can update your post and with that information will be perfect.

P.S.

Add this if you want to first post :

[Guide] to Installing S-off, Unlocking, ClockWork, Root, SuperCID & S-on

[RADIO][RIL][July 2 2012] Sensation Radio/RIL files

[Guide] Root Official ICS ROM HBoot 1.27.000 Easely without S-Off

[GUIDE][NOOB PROOF]How to Flash Custom Roms with S-ON

How To | Unlock Booloader | HBOOT S-Off | Flash Recovery | Root | Sensation
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
The newer ICS ROMs generally require you to flash the corresponding firmware first. The firmware includes the radio and the RIL is included in the ROM! So you do not need to flash a new radio/RIL pair unless you want to change it.

and if every one require these guides then iw ill add them
[HTC Sensation] bestgmx:
hi

i'm s-on in Firmware 3.32.531.14

my correct rom is android RevolutionHD 6.8.0

my questions is :

ViperS Roms work on Firmware 3.32 ?

is there any ways for update Firmware for s-on phone ?

and at last in your mind which one ?

RevolutionHD or ViperS :)

thanks
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
yes viper ROM works on 3.32 and even in 3.33 u can flash it:good: . i will see if u can update your firmware if u are s on [i think its not possible but i will look;) ]

EDIT-If you are S-ON the only way you can update is through an official RUU or OTA update. Else the firmware packages only work on S-OFF. The only difference between 3.32 and 3.33 are all radio related items if that helps at all. All 3.33 roms run on 3.32 firmware with no issues.
[HTC Sensation] RAMBO.:
THX
[HTC Sensation] nsnobel2:
Hi

Thanks for wonderful tutorial.

I have a korean phone with PG5812000, Its Hboot is1.17.1111.

Full details are as follow

(bootloader) version: 0.5

(bootloader) version-bootloader: 1.17.1111

(bootloader) version-baseband: 10.14.9035.09_M

(bootloader) version-cpld: None

(bootloader) version-microp: None

(bootloader) version-main: 1.46.911.4

(bootloader) serialno: 12B9WQ2B0027

(bootloader) imei: 356442040292074

(bootloader) product: pyramid

(bootloader) platform: HBOOT-8260

(bootloader) modelid: PG5812000

(bootloader) cidnum: SKT__901

(bootloader) battery-status: good

(bootloader) battery-voltage: 3800mV

(bootloader) partition-layout: Generic

(bootloader) security: off

(bootloader) build-mode: SHIP

(bootloader) boot-mode: FASTBOOT

(bootloader) commitno-bootloader: 92e53710

(bootloader) hbootpreupdate: 11

(bootloader) gencheckpt: 0

all: Done!

Can I flash this rom over this Korean phone?

One more question, As per my previous experience we have to install boot.img file (extracted from viper rom) before installation. Is there no need to do same thing.?

thanks

br
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
i cant say it will work [ask dev of that rom thread] they will explain u better;)

as per your 2nd Q u can find answers to it here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1631861
[HTC Sensation] joss123:
Cant flash Vipers

Hi everyone.

I am not a geek, not a pro, just ordinary smartphone user. got bored to use stock sense and official version of android so trying to learn about these.

I have been reading here almost 2 weeks now.

I have installed my sensation xe to Revolution and now i have CM10

I have tried several times to install/load Vipers but no succeed so far.

I get the Aroma interface and go all through the selections. But in the end process finishing very fast and it says you have successfully installed vipers, but nothing cahange when i reboot. I have still previous rom. I am using ClockworkMod Recovery v5.8.0.9

can someone tell me where do i do the mistake?

Thanks in advance

Here are my current configs

Android version : 4.1.2

Baseband version : 11.76A.3504.00P_11.24A.3504.31_M

Kernel version : 3.0.55-jelly bruce@Z68X#3

CyanogenMod version : 10-20130109-bruce2728-pyramid

S-off

Hboot - 1.27.1111

Radio - 11.24A.3504.31_M
[HTC Sensation] gauravmajithia:
thanks

Thanks Man....
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
do a full wipe from recovery and format all partition except sd card [after this previous rom will be removed ] and also select full wipe from venom aroma see if it works

and if it does not [very rear ] flash 4ext recovery recommended by team venom;)

hit the THANKS button if u like it ....:D
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
Re: [GUIDE]Step by Step Guide for ViperS Roms
[HTC Sensation] joss123:
Re: [GUIDE]Step by Step Guide for ViperS Roms

Finally :)

At first boot I had an error message that " unfortunately android.process.media has stopped "

I have rebooted couple of times and so far no error message.

Thank you for advice
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
100 % sure :good: just full fill all other thins in the op
[HTC Sensation] nsnobel2:
I update viper rom as you told but phone always stuck on htc sense.

Can you tell me where is problem?

thanks
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
need more info like recovery firmware kernel settings etc this ususally happens with wrong recovery or high oc/uv or kernel.
[HTC Sensation] vukas:
Same thing with my sensation.

I've rooted sensation few days ago.

ROOTED with Revolutionary

S-OFF

HBOOT - 1.17.1111

RADIO - 10.14.9035.01_M

ClockWorkMod Recovery v5.0.2.0

I am on stock Gingerbread 2.3.4(stock kernel) and I decided to install ViperS ROM and kernel that goes with it.

I've installed ROM Manager and started ROM installation process from it.

I passed the ViperS installing procedure(min/max frequency for CPU,2Dgpu,3Dgpu, languages, etc.).

Then, after wiping data and installing ROM and kernel it offered me reboot. I pressed OK and it rebooted, but it can't pass HTC logo/boot screen. After every 20-30 seconds it's restarting and can't pass the logo.
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
Re: [GUIDE]Step by Step Guide for ViperS Roms

Install the latest 3.3 firmware your problem will be solved ( old h boot and radio, firmware is your problem) as ics requires 1.27 h boot.
[HTC Sensation] nsnobel2:
I install 3.3 and setting was default , I select no overclock but no luck
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
Re: [GUIDE]Step by Step Guide for ViperS Roms

What is your setings like recovery h boot etc give more info
[HTC Sensation] vukas:
I don't know where are you from(how much do you know english language), but if you have a problem, try to write as many things as you can, because someone will help you more quickly and you will solve your problem sooner.

After flashing firmware did you erased PG58IMG.zip from the SD card ?

I forgot to pull out SD card and I ran again in to bootloop.

Then I searched a little bit and found that you cant boot(have/use) Gingerbread with this new firmware, so you have to install new ROM.

Another soultion that I found is if you installed new ROM and it doesn't move forward from bootloop, you have to wipe cache and wipe dalvik cache from recovery.

Then try to reboot.

BTW I successfully installed VenomS, thanks Harbir :good:
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
glade i helped u ;) enjoy the rom:good:

and also try my mod it will make ur phone even faster
[HTC Sensation] vukas:
I can't watch videos in Gallery because I didn't install HTC video player(I have MX Player, but can't open videos from Gallery with it).

Can I somehow install/add only HTC video player ?

Can I somehow "repair" ViperS ROM with HTC video player or I have to install it again ?
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
u can manually add it to the /system/apps from the viper zip and set its permission same as other htc app in the /apps folder
[HTC Sensation] vukas:
I tried to change owner and group to "0 - root" because I saw that other HTC apps have that and guess what, it worked(after reboot of course).
[HTC Sensation] maximuscesar:
I was using it and liked a lot but my screen was a little bit unresponsive and the phone was ramdomly rebooting so I returned to Darkforest because it have kernel selection option who makes it more faster/responsive. Can I install another kernel in this rom?
[HTC Sensation] thaiboyger:
Re: [GUIDE]Step by Step Guide for ViperS Roms

I may be off topic but i have a question

I am s-on and flashed vipers 1.6.3 rom with 4ext recovery

The question is what firmware does jelly bean need, if vipers update to jb, can i still run jb or do i need a new firmware and hboot

And with s-on is it even possible to flash new firmware and hboot

Dont say i have to return to stock rom and flash stock recovery too
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
Re: [GUIDE]Step by Step Guide for ViperS Roms

Yes u can flash any kernel on vipers ;)
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
Re: [GUIDE]Step by Step Guide for ViperS Roms

Firmwares are made by HTC and not devs so no new firmware correct me if I am wrong .if viper resease jb then they will make it work on the current firmwares .
[HTC Sensation] thaiboyger:
Re: [GUIDE]Step by Step Guide for ViperS Roms

@Habir

Another question, whats a read ahead buffer

I use sultan kernel but i dont know what it does

And whats the best setting between 128kb, 1024kb or 2048kb

I wanted to ask android1-7 myself but i dont jave permission to post there but i see you often in that thread, so i ask you ^^
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
Re: [GUIDE]Step by Step Guide for ViperS Roms

Read ahead buffer size in simple language help the device to read SD card faster the best setting is 2048 .
[HTC Sensation] Harbir:
Re: [GUIDE]Step by Step Guide for ViperS Roms

Don't know ask that to the near Mobile store:p