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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] number16:
I have i337m, and i am on custom ROM running MAPLE LEAF MVL - NC1.

I was having some problems with TWRP recovery 2.7.0.0 resetting the phone, (and I had 2.7.0.1 before, same thing) so I flashed 2.5.0.2 via recovery.

After flashing the 2.5.0.2 from recovery, I started getting into download mode every time I reset the phone (to both recovery or normal mode).

So I ODIN flashed 2.5.0.2 recovery to it, and after the flash the phone would reboot no problem normally, but when I tried to reboot into recovery, I get download mode again.

What's worse, after doing ODIN flash for a couple times, now when I connect my phone in download mode to the PC it doesn't even see the phone!!

I've never had this much trouble modding a phone (and i've been doing it for a long time)

Anyways, my saving grace right now is, if I boot into download mode, and when it asks "Vol UP to download mode, Vol down to cancel" if I press Vol Down to cancel at this time, my phone would boot into normal mode.

I can't get into recovery mode, and my PC somehow doesn't even see my phone in download mode anymore so I'm out of luck with ODIN flashing!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] twcobra:
If you can get back into your rom then try downloading flashify from the playstore. You can down load a new copy of the recovery and flash. Just make sure its the correct version for the version S4 you have.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] number16:
yeah thanks a lot.

I got back into ROM, flashed the latest 2.7.0.1 recovery via ROM Installer, and now I'm back in business.

I dunno what happened ... my guess is flashing 2.5.0.2 over 2.7.0.0 created some serious problem in the recovery, so that when I tried to reboot into recovery the phone got confused, putting me in download mode. Why I couldn't reboot in system, however, I am not sure.

But all is good now. Gave me some serious scare but thanks a lot for your help guys.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] conquesoextra:
Im having exactly the same issue whit TWRP 2.7.0.0, but even worse.. i cant wipe system/cache/davlik and also i cant restore my backup!

¿Did you solved it?

EDIT: Solved flashing 2.7.0.1 via Rom Installer, i tried first whit flashify but for some reason the recovery downloaded was in .tar format, so flashify could not install it.

EDIT: Brick... I restored my backup (made it whit 2.7.0.0) and the phone its sticked in the Samsung Galaxy S4 Logo...

EDIT: Well, i flashed a custom rom uppon my restored bad backup and it works.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] number16:
i see you already fixed your problem.

I flashed 2.7.0.1 and the problems went away ...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] LVMickey:
I have the exact same problem! But when I try to put the 2.7.0.1 md5 into Odin, it never comes back from "not responding". Also for some reason it won't find my .img files. Or am I supposed to be using .md5 and .tar files exclusively?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
.img files won't work in Odin. You can use flashify on your device to flash those. See the play store.

Sent from my Nexus 5
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] LVMickey:
I used flashify to try the 2.6.3.1 version and when I rebooted it put me into download mode and if I restart it keeps going immediately into download mode.

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I also tried using odin for an .md5 TWRP file but odin won't actually let me use the file. It just is continually non responsive when I try selecting the file
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] number16:
You can ODIN .tar version of the recovery.

Alternatively, if you can boot into the system, you can install ROM Installer (or any of those apps) to install recovery for you.

If you have problem booting into system, try this:

1. Boot your phone into download mode

2. When the triangle screen comes up, press Vol down to cancel

Now your ROM will boot into system and you can install ROM Installer and install recovery.

Good luck!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] LVMickey:
Thanks I got it out of download mode. Is there a specific version that works best on the S4? The first time I tried flashing 2.6.3.1, then 2.7.0.1 and they both went immediately to download mode when I tried rebooting.

Edit: It just did it again with 2.5.0.2 so I'm not sure what is happening except that my phone does not like twrp :(

Edit 2: Just tried using GooManager to get TWRP and it went into download automatically again.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] number16:
I have better luck with ROM Installer than goo.manager. So try that.

I also find whatever recovery you are on, flashing the latest release of the same recovery gives you the best chance out of the woods. I had trouble with 2.5.0.2 and 2.7.0.0. I eventually flashed 2.7.0.1 TWRP using ROM Installer and all is well after. So give that a try.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] LVMickey:
Okay it has to be something with my phone. I got ROM Installer, flashed 2.7.0.1, selected reboot recovery, and it did it again, went straight to download mode.

I just had an idea to used Odin, flash factory, and try using the AT&T casual root/TWRP method. Or are there any other ideas?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] twcobra:
Odin back to stock with a full wipe and re root should get rid of any anomalies you maybe experiencing. Of course this is a route you take if you can not get Odin, Adb or flasify to get the recovery to install. I believe one of the root tools does have a recovery installer. I have had good luck with 1click here.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2297033 It has a auto adb installer for 2 different recoveries. If you can get into your rom maybe it can salvage your situation.

I have not tried casual but have heard good things about it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] LVMickey:
ive done a clean wipe with Odin to MK2. I used Saferoot to get root access. Used ROM Installer to put on TWRP 2.7.0.1. Used RI to reboot into recovery and it put me into download mode...Getting a little frustrated now. Anyone have any ideas?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] beast3300:
You need safe strap. MF3 and newer (MK2, NB1) can't use twrp or anything other than safe strap.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
Dude, you can't use twrp on the i337 with mk2. Odin back to stock then do a lot of reading

Sent from my Nexus 5
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] LVMickey:
Sorry I'm not super experienced in all of this...Should I Odin to MK2 or MF3?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
If you're on mk2 then mk2. You can't go backwards in firmware

Sent from my Nexus 5
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] LVMickey:
Which build out of those three would you recommend (if it really matters)? Also then would I not be able to get CM 11? I'm pretty confused as a friend of mine DOES have twrp (at least says he does) with CM 11 flashed. At least now it make sense as to why I've been having all the issues...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
If you're friends has an older phone with mdl firmware he probably has twrp and cm11. You have mk2 firmware and they're is not the possibility of twrp or cm11

Sent from my Nexus 5
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] LVMickey:
Sigh that's a bummer. What ROMs does everyone suggest then? Just curious of other people's preferences.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
Start here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=49562527

Sent from my Nexus 5
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] beast3300:
Start here. You can only do Touchwiz ROMs. GoldenEye is sweet.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2680868
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] LVMickey:
Wow lots of learning for me today. Thanks to everyone who helped out my silly self who was wrong the entire time haha
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
Yea, it's not the easiest device to work with. Take your time and read a lot about it before doing anything. Pay attention to safestrap and mk2 and nb1. You can get a fair amount of custom roms but you have to know what you're doing and the more you read the easier it'll be. And don't be afraid to ask questions.

Sent from my Nexus 5
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] mzahs:
Trying to install thru goomanager or twrp manager, the version available is 2.6.3.1. Is there another way, other than adb or terminal to install the latest recovery?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Bradl79:
mine too, does anyone have a zip that i can flash through recovery, thank you.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
Here

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2679132

Sent from my Nexus 5
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] mzahs:
Thanks for the file. Does this recovery have any known issues?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] SelfElevated2:
Been using it. Haven't seen any issues.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Cusa:
Any new updates on this?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Adizzzle:
Not yet.

Waiting for a new version to make a new

fancy looking TWRP Recovery…
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] quick_:
Can anyone help me here...

I cannot for the life of me get TWRP installed...

I tried the twrp manager, downloading the one for my device SGH-i337 but it sticks at downloading...

So I tried to manually download the latest twrp recovery img, then flash it thru twrp manager... says successful... but doesn't actually work or flash it..

So then I tried through terminal emulator dd, or whatever... and can't even get to the stock recovery now...

What the hell am i doing wrong here???

AT&T SGH-I337 stock 4.4.2 rooted
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
You're on nc1 firmware, there's no way you're going to get twrp to work. You're stuck with safestrap. You might have to Odin back to nb1 if you can no longer get into recovery
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] quick_:
Thanks ya just figured that out damn... Thanks though now I know i need to Odin back to nb1
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Aqua1ung:
Currently on 2.7.0.1, looking to upgrade to 2.7.1.0. Tried to do that using TWRP Manager, however I see it attempts to download and install some old 2.6.3.x version. What up with that? Anyone has a recovery-flashable 2.7.1.0 .zip file?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=51025402
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] PapaMag:
I got the img from the TWRP site and used Rom Installer. Worked perfect not a moments trouble with this build
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Aqua1ung:
Thanks, that is what I already have. I was asking about the 2.7.1.0. Anyone?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Adizzzle:
jfltecan TWRP 2.7.1.0 works good. No issues yet on my i337m.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Airtioteclint:
http://techerrata.com/browse/twrp2/jflteatt
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Aqua1ung:
Thanks. Is this flashable in recovery?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Airtioteclint:
Yw. No. I used romtoolbox pro but if you don't have that, flashify from the playstore is free and works great. :)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] :
If you want use this too--

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2679132

flash loki after

you must be mdl for this
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Airtioteclint:
Thats 2.7.0.1.

2.7.1.0 is the latest and I personally prefer flashing images. They're readily available and don't have to boot into recovery. :)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] :
lol I looked at that 3 times and saw 2.7.1.0--:o

I still use 2.5.0.2--never an issue

I flashed images all the time thru fastboot when I had a "real" phone with an unlocked booloader--;)

Just do the zips now
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] ZephCr:
Is there a flashable zip for this?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Cusa:
2.5.0.2 is still the best.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] spocko:
See here for a flashable zip of version 2.7.1.0:

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4-att/general/twrp-7-2-1-0-zip-t2832241/post54486596
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Aqua1ung:
Awesome, thank you! I am guessing that one has to flash Loki-Doki with this, right?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] spocko:
I don't think it's necessary, since the linked version is built for the att s4. With that said, I'm not 100% sure, so I'd do it just in case. Flashing loki doki won't hurt anything even if not needed.

Hopefully someone else can tell us for sure.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] sonny21:
I've been out of the loop for some time now and pretty confused. So Twrp no longer works with nc1 4.4.2 it seems, but is this also for Canadian I377m version as well or just US versions?

Thanks!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Adizzzle:
You need the jfltecan version.

Google search:

TWRP jfltecan

, you'll find it!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] sonny21:
Thanks, so I guess the I377M is not effected with recent firmwares. Relieved to hear that.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Airtioteclint:
2.8.0.0 is out http://techerrata.com/browse/twrp2/jflteatt
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Cusa:
Can someone please create a flashable zip of the 2.8 version?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
Here you go https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23622183712470396
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] 78Staff:
2.8.0.1 already, must have needed a minor tweak :)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Ashyford:
Can someone create a flashable zip of 2.8.0.1? I'm having trouble installing the recovery img file through the TWRP app. Thank you so much for your help!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Cusa:
Download the IMG file and flash it with flashify. I just did it and it worked.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] PapaMag:
Download img and use ROM Installer works great
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] JT1510365:
So if we have a locked bootloader sgh-i337 ATT S4 we can flash the recovery img file through flashify and unlock our bootloaders and have twrp recovery?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] :
You can't unlock your bootloader. Just root and use twrp to flash roms and do nandroids--plus other things--:good:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] JT1510365:
So just to be clear it is safe to use flashify to flash the latest twrp recovery file if you have a locked bootloader?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] 78Staff:
http://www.teamw.in/project/twrp2/174
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] :
All i337 bootloaders are locked. Pre MF3 builds have the loki-doki exploit to use TWRP and flash custom roms/recoveries/kernels. If you are MDL or MDB build you can do as you stated. If not you will need to use SafeStrap and its recovery which is TWRP based.

I never used Flashify, I run TWRP 2.5.0.2 with no issues on any rom. I have a flashable zip for it. jd made a flashable zip for 2.8.0.0 a few posts back. Need to be on MDL or MDB to flash it. If you flash kernel zips, a good idea to wipe caches before reboot. :good:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Aqua1ung:
Can you please create a flashable zip for the 2.8.0.1?:o
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
You really don't need a zip. Download flashify from the play store and the image file from here

http://techerrata.com/browse/twrp2/jflteatt
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] 78Staff:
As well as the manual method, which is what I typically do... just double check the command before committing :).

Download - Recovery Image Method (using dd):

Download the above file. Using adb shell or terminal emulator:

su

dd if=/sdcard/recoveryfilename.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p21

Make certain that you get this command right. Typing the wrong number could result in a brick!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
Better yet use

dd if=/sdcard/recoveryfilename.img of=/dev/block/platform/msm_sdcc.1/by-name/recovery

which is safer
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] tailgunner9:
Guess if you have Safestrap you are stuck with the version that came with it??
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
Yes you are
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sephy23:
Just installed this recovery on my s4 sgh-i337 now it's stuck at the samsung screen with recovery booting in the corner? Hope I didn't ef it up lol I was using oudhs recovery and wanted to update to a different one

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Got my phone to boot back up, but don't think it will boot into recovery

SKYFALL rom

Baseband I337UCUFNI1
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] juju2011:
Just install with Odin and make sure your right twrp for yo s4 I had your issue when I flashed jflte twrp and not jfltecan which is for my phone
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sephy23:
I installed jflteatt via TWRP Manager
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] juju2011:
Hmm I don't use that app :/ I installed twrp via Odin the first time and just flashed updates in recovery after that if I needed to
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] PapaMag:
The easiest for me is Rom Installer, then just flash the img file works for me every time
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sephy23:
I got it working now, thanks!!!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] godeyes:
It seems there is a bug in 2.8.0.1. If I reboot into recovery from the system, the phone will stuck on samsung logo screen. I have to power off and boot again to get the recovery screen. I am not sure why.

So I change back to 2.8.0.0 and it works fine as usual.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Cusa:
Yup, I was getting the same thing and wasn't sure what was causing it but it's definitely the 2.8.0.1 version.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] 78Staff:
Hmm I tried this and had no issues rebooting back into recovery. I had just fully wiped and format data, however in preparation for loading a new rom - not sure if that would make a difference.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] livystewy:
Hi guys I have been able to root my phone but I can't seem to be able to flash a recovery on it I have tried safestrap, loki, 3way root. All with no luck can anyone help me?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] mf1tym:
Can someone help me with a link to the newest 2.8.0.1 in tar file? I want to flash it in Odin.

Thanks

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I am experiencing the same issue as you did. Can you share how you got it to work? Mine would not boot into recovery after installing it from twrp manager.

I tried to flash the 2.6.0 in Odin also failed.

Please help.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
What firmware version are you on? If it's newer than mdl twrp is not going to work
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] mf1tym:
Hi, sorry I am a total newbie at this. I am not sure how to check for firmware. But I checked under About Device. I saw Baseband version I337UCUAMDL

Also I am on Omega V19 with KT TW kernel. I had the TWRP 2.5 installed prior to my failed attempt to upgrade.

Please help. Thanks
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Reinaldo33897:
If it still works why fix it. Your on MDL like me which means you can do whatever you want with your phone and still use odin to unroot and reroot if you screw it up. I havent even upgraded my twrp either. Just dont accept any ota from whomever your carrier is cause if you lose your MDL your screwed and will become a safestrap user. You can update the modems by flashing them from rockratts page. Latest is NI1.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] finneginsfast:
For all you guys having issues flashing recovery etc, the easiest possible way to update or put twrp on your phone is with an app called Flashify. Well worth checking out...makes it soooo painless.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] mf1tym:
Hi, Flashifly worked. I am able to flash 2.8.0.1 with it and was able to boot into recovery.

I have no ideal why twrp manager and Odin didn't work for me.

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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Reinaldo33897:
Dont know if thats an Omega thing but I've flashed quite a few kk roms with 2.5 and still doing so. But good you got it going.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] mf1tym:
I am really glad that flashifly fixed the issue for me.

What would you say is the most stable KK rom that you've used so far? My main issue with Omega V19 with the KT kernel is that it sometimes does this random reboot once a while. Omega V10 with Ausidim kernel was smooth like butter. So I am hoping to find something like that again.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Reinaldo33897:
I find Danvdh and ktoonsez roms to be more solid for me. But remember not all roms react the same with all phones and its also users preference on what your looking for in a rom. But right now no matter what rom I flash I always go back to GoldenEye.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] KMan94:
Question about folder size

I was looking at my phone trying to clean up files to get space and I noticed the biggest space taker of all. The TWRP at 3.4GB was the winner!!! Does this seem right? Close behind was the TWRP-2.5.0.2-i337 folder at 10.09 MB. I'm assuming the first is the install of the latter but just wanted to verify. I've installed TWRP twice.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Airtioteclint:
It contains your backup files. Look inside and delete any old ones you may not want or need anymore. I like to keep one known working touchwiz and one good aosp.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Airtioteclint:
2.8.1.0 is out http://teamw.in/project/twrp2/174
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] WarlockW:
Flashable Zip: S4_ATT_Twrp.v2.8.1.0.zip

This is ONLY for the ATT S4 !

Flashable Zip: S4_ATT_Twrp.v2.8.1.0.zip

DOWNLOAD LINK: S4_ATT_Twrp.v2.8.1.0.zip - 8.17 MB
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Caifan09:
For some stupid reason i flashed an incorrect recovery, and now i can not go into recovery. I get a Yellow Triangle with, System software not authorized by At&T Secure Fail: Kernel at the top of the screen, i think i forgot to flash loki-doki zip and now I cant acces my recovery.. Anyone want to share some ideas on how to get back on a working recovery. I'm currently using cm12 lollipop from antares, and have a MDL bootloader.

Every time i tried to flash a recovery via odin, it fails. Any suggestions. Also, I'm stuck with cm12 without root and no recovery.

Edit: I got everything working again, I had to flash stock mdl touchwiz rom via odin, rooted it and flashed TWRP.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] s3nr1:
I have the Bell i337m with 4.4.2. I already rooted my device, and triggered knox(...). Now I want to flash a recovery, anyone can direct me to right zip file and instruction on how to flash it.

Do I need safestrap instead? I heard Canadian S4s doesn't come with unlock bootloaders and even 4.4.2 can be flashed TWRP.

Please advise.

Thanks!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] jd1639:
Download the image file from here http://teamw.in/project/twrp2/175. If you're rooted flash it in the flashify app. You can get that from the play store
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] thebestiam:
What bootloader version are you on? I thought Safestrap is the only working recovery for ATT S4.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337

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Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337