yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] kotaxor:
Read a bit on towelroot, it seem to exploit the kernel and might not work on newer version of kernel. But anyway, there seem to be no harm in trying, at most it tell you 'your version is not supported'.

Seem Samsung is back tracking on Knox too.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] osdgap:
Yes they tracking back since they helped google to implement it
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Update regarding the strange language behaviour. It seems that I have finally found the problem. My phone has now stayed on my own selected language for several days, not switching to default English or any other. Both after charging, from off, after reset and after being in recovery mode.

I'm still on SuperSU 2.0 but it wasn't the problem.

No, it turns out that Triangle Away was the problem. After freezing TA the problem disappeared. Don't forget that TA is not officially supported for our phone.

It was working on the previous versions to reset the system to official in download mode, but never in settings. Furthermore it has never been able to reset the binary.

So you guys having this language problem, try to freeze TA or remove it completely from your phone.

It worked on mine.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] raghavan_nvr:
Hi,

I don't have TA installed ,but still have this issue ... so the root lies somewhere else. ..
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] papete:
Is this mod updated in latest system? I see the date of the latest upload to be older than this post. I'm going to upgrade to the latest and would like to know if I have to apply this mod separately...

Thanks
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] kotaxor:
Very much doubt it has been updated, or else DeHAWK would have announce it in the OP.

Think he is busy trying to solve the CSC issue and work.

It's actually very simple to apply the mod by using root explorer and giving the correct permission.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
I don't understand it. My phone still on selected language with TA disabled. But you don't even have TA installed...

Please try to remove the SuperSU 2.O1 update under settings, more, program mamager to get back to 2.0.

Have checked everything and can't find anything that should make this happen. One thing I know, it's not because of the bootloader, happens on both 4.2.2 and 4.3 bootloader.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Hey.

Not yet...very busy. I'll make announcement here when it's ready.

Stay tuned
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] papete:
Thanks!, I'm testing your latest system (installed yesterday) and applied the patch separately... right now my only issue is some delays in Whatsapp messages, I'm doing a fresh install of the app to see if that fixes the issue...

Thanks Kotaxor for finding the fix for screen mirroring (it is working great!)
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] raghavan_nvr:
Sorry to report that it is not working still !!! i am now on SuperSU 2.0.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] harrisnehal:
My I9506 has CSC: Singapore XSP.

I am from Pakistan.

When I check the available CSC in my phone through *#272... I got the following CSC:

My question:

Is there any problem if I change my CSC from the available option?

Is this possible to change my CSC to any other country like Europe /Pakistan etc?
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] EclipseX:
I've been using this since the first version ( I did not Update ) almost 4 months and I can say, it's perfect to me =). No problems at all

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[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] osdgap:
Is there a roadmap to 4.4 pre-rootet?
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Hey

Still waiting for Samsung to release the needed things before I can go any further. I simply don't have the time to convert sources and more from other models.

But stay tuned.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] harrisnehal:
Any assistance for above queries?
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] papete:
AFAIK , as long as you are SIM unlocked, you can use any CSC you want...
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Hi

There seems to be a problem with logging in from PC. Atm I'm not able to log in. It says my password is invalid. But no problems from any of my phones. Requested password reset, but problem is still there. But as said, both phones working.

Does any of you guys have any similar problems?

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Dear Samsung.

Since I'm pretty sure that you keep your eyes on what's going on here, I just want to ask you; why don't you release the required sources when updating. You didn't release new sources for the latest 4.3 nordic, which is actually an open Europe and it seems that you have now released a 4.4.2 without required sources. This is simply not good enough and the reason why my latest purchases was NOT Samsung products. I choose a Brother laser colour printer and Epson scanner. This due to the fact that Samsung was cheaper, but I don't care. Brothers customer service was outstanding, just to let you know...compared to your support on my Samsung UHD telly.

You need to shape up, you loose customers.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] mezo91:
4.4.2 is out OTA for nordic firmware.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Hey

I know...but still no sources and firmware available for download.

Trust me, I'll keep my eyes open.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Edit.

Since my system is heavily modified, I don't get any updates....lol.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] mezo91:
Yeah take your time friend. I wanted to inform whoever wanted to know and was waiting everyday like me.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] EclipseX:
I can receive updates too xD

Now we are waiting for kitkat pre rooted and knowx out...xD

and maybe I can ask you if you can put CWM into the images
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Update.

Seems like we now have a full firmware image for France available. But it doesn't matter, what matters is the missing sources...still only 4.3 sources available. So atm. I can't make you an insecure kernel for 4.4.2. But I should be able to make a pre-roooted, KNOX free, De-Odexed slim system. This image probably won't be able to run on 4.3 and 4.2.2 bootloaders. Meaning that I can't test it myself.

Stay tuned.

Regards
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] kotaxor:
And some instructions would be nice. Thank you.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Might have an idea, but first I need to grab the firmware. I'll start downloading when I get back home.

When done, I need to examine the system and other important files.

So stay tuned guys.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] EclipseX:
where you prefer download ? xD ahah
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Before I used to download from Sam Mobile, but after their updated web it sucks. So now I prefer samsung updates. It takes me one and a half hour to get it.

I now have 24% downloaded.

See ya
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] EclipseX:
you have several links here....including mega

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4/i9506-develop/download-4-4-2-kitkat-i9506xxucng3-t2827630
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Work will start in 30 minutes.

Guys, even if you root now as some of you have already done, you are not actually really rooted. It's all controlled by the kernel, and that's why we need an insecure kernel.

And Samsung knows all about it, could this be the reason for the missing sources??? - I suspect it. But as said before, I might have a solution that could work. This is going to be a very interesting weekend :)

I just love it.

Stay tuned.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Downloading - done.

De-Odexing - done.

All KNOX removed - done.

Rooting - done.

Busybox - done.

Slim version - in progress.

Examining - in progress.

Testing - to be done.

Stay tuned.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Edit

Test flashing....failed!

Need to make changes.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] raghavan_nvr:
thanks for the live commentry !!!

Best of Luck
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] mezo91:
[MENTION=4188575]DeHAWK[/MENTION]

im hope you cane make the normal deodexed prerooted zipaligned rom. and another rom with some s5 features like touchwiz, notifictaion panel and settings menu etc..

keep up the good work ^^.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] EclipseX:
#DeHAWK can u do a normal version w/out knox but with bloateware and deodex?

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[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Hey

Well, the system image is more or less ready. But it seems that Samsung tries to frame me. The device tree is slightly different from the 4.3, but that has also been fixed.

Atm. I'm working on the kernel and ramdisk, trying to make it work on older bootloaders.

I'm pretty sure that the system image for now could work on the 4.4.2 kernel and bootloader. Meaning that people who made the FOTA update or flashed the french full version, should be able to use it.

But stay tuned.

Regards.

EDIT

I need to make to versions, one for people who have updated and one for those who didn't.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Thats already done. All KNOX removed, fully De-Odexed/zipaligned, pre-roooted with SupetSU 2.0 and Busybox installed.

But I also removed all the bloatware.

I can put it all back and make a Odin image, no problem.

As said, my problem right now is the missing 4.4.2 sources for our phone.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] EclipseX:
I just want that because you take some useful bloateware, like email xD

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[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] kotaxor:
Can integrate the screening mirroring too?

Thanks
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
I have no idea if it will work, but yes.

Will keep the original, just renamed to .bak

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] zimmen:
I need this 4.4.2 rooted and knox free :D

You're doing an awesome job!
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Update

Struggling big problems with my sources. I might for now just release a system image for those who have been updating to 4.4.2. Since I have no chance to test, you must report back. I'll put the link here, not in the OP!

It will include nordic CSC from 4.3, if it doesn't work, report back ASAP and I put the French CSC in instead.

Reason for using the nordic CSC, it doesn't contain a lot of crap.

Therefore you don't need to flash a csc/hidden.

It will a be a full image with just KNOX removed.

I will try to make it available ASAP.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] polarrys:
Dear All

My name is polarrys and I have a I9506 phone now. It's a really good phone and I want to change the ROM (For me, not necessary to have a lot of SAMSUNG apk). I would like to have a cyanogen mod in my phone but it's only in alpha version. So, I choose this pre-rooted ROM. Howerver, I don't understand what a pre-rooted rom is? I understand that is a slim ROM ( I like slim rom). With thid rom, I think it's extremely easy to root the phone. Is it ok ?

I'm French and I use Free Telecom with my phone. This is all caracteristic of my phone :

Model : GT-I9506

Android : 4.3

Base : I9506XXUBMK7

Kernel : 3.4.0-2210443

dpi@DELL312 #1

Wed Dec 18 20:40:38 KST 2013

Version : JSS15J.I9506XXUBML6

State : SEPF_GT-I9506_4.3_0016

KNOX version 1.0 and 3.0.

My phone is new. I haven't done any informatic action. Please, can you help me to have ts hipre-rooted version on my phone.

I think I must have driver for my comptuer, ODIN and a lot of file.

Please can you tell me step by step the procedure to keep the warranti (KNOX)

Thanks for all.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] SoRiNuS:
Pre-rooted means that the ROM is already rooted. You dont have to root it.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] EclipseX:
You have links with drivers and Odin in my thread

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[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] almog2900:
any progress?
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] kotaxor:
Give him some time, he's already working hard at it during this weekend.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Info regarding 4.4.2

Hey guys.

Not an easy task, used the whole weekend trying to make a kernel that could boot.

Still no luck. Samsung still hasn't released the damn sources. I've sources for the South Korean version, but it doesn't work; even I made a lot of changes trying to make it compatible for the European version. Compiles without errors, but gets stocked on boot.

Samsung made a lot of changes to the bootloader in 4.4.2, this means that I need to make a LOT of changes in the RAM disk to make it work on 4.2.2 and 4.3 bootloaders. But I still need the sources to make an insecure kernel.

It seems that people has managed to flash 4.3 CSC/Hidden from my thread on 4.4.2 and make it work on the 4.4.2 French release. This is great news and tells me a lot.

Regarding the 4.4.2 bootloader; charging the phone has been heavily changed, executing of the RAM Disk scripts has changed a lot, the dt image (device tree) has been changes , but I have fixed that.

Conclusion: Samsung wants us to update the bootloader...screw them, I won't give up.

But as said before, I CAN give you something; a SuperSU pre-rooted , fully De-Odexed/zip-aligned, totally KNOX free system with busybox pre-installed.

I actually from the beginning removed 500MB, but I can put it back.

If you want it, let me know ASAP and I try to fix it on Tuesday when I get back home. ATTENTION: it has NOT been tested.

The above is nothing, anyone can do this...but I'm hardcore, I want the insecure kernel to work...found some very interesting things. Seems that this 4.4.2 is a test version, may explain the missing sources. Also found out other very important things...but I can't tell you, the enemy is reading.

I just love it!

Stay tuned guys.

Regards.

EDIT:

I actually in the past got a Korean 4.4.2 booting, but they have of caused changed it in the European version.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] johnthepig:
You're doing awesome work DeHAWK, keep up the effort in bringing us europeans a usable S4 ;) we all know Samsung is doing everything possible to prevent us from enjoying our phone. But I guess that figures, we already gave them our money, why would they bother spending any time on us.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] bumax:
NEE 4.4.2 out :good:
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Good, will grab it asap.

Regards.

EDIT

Got it.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Update.

Right now working on a new 4.4.2 system. Will contain NEE CSC and NO hidden. Pre-rooted with Chainfire's SuperSU 2.0, fully De-Odexed /zipaligned, Busybox pre installed, totally KNOX free. I have not removed anything in this release , except KNOX...

SE Status should be Permissive, but not sure since I can't test. NO init.d support, will come later with my insecure kernel.

Might later include more CSC support. This means; no need to flash a CSC, unless you want special app from your provider.

I'll be back later.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] konninn:
You sir are fantastic, was struggling couple of minutes ago, about flashing unrooted, glad I waited, looking forward to release [emoji4]
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] raghavan_nvr:
Fantastic...

One request - maybe you can include the note 3 camera as well?.. As all modes are working fine now in the v3 release..
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] SoRiNuS:
Why add note 3 camera wben it is so easy to install it. Me, personnaly, i want the stock one.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Update.

Just received a PM. Great news!

Sources now available. Downloading right now.

Big thanks for informing me.

I checked only a few hours ago...but no luck. Now we have it and this is just great, but why 4.4.2...I don't get it Samsung, what are you doing?

But...I know Samsung, you know what I mean. I need to examine these sources. This means, for now I just release the system image.

ATTENTION: This image will only be for people already running 4.4.2!

I will NOT atm. include a kernel, meaning you guys on 4.4.2 will probably still be in SE Android ENFORCED. But relax, give me the time!

Yeah, I just love it!

Best regards.

EDIT

Holy s.h.i.t...this is a fast link. :thumbup:

EDIT 2

I just need to tell you guys, I send Samsung a mail a couple of days ago about these missing sources.

But I have no idea if this is the reason for the sources.

Yeah. I just love it even more.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Update.

Uploading the 4.4.2 system image will begin in a few minutes.

Again: This is only for people already on 4.4.2 bootloader.

People on 4.2.2 and 4.3 bootloaders have to have patience. I will start working on it tomorrow.

More information about flashing 4.4.2 will follow.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Update.

They framed me with the sources. I was so near to get it work. But they (Samsung) just make a few changes. Nothing to worry about for you guys. This should be like a walk in the park. 4.4.2 system upload almost done. I put download link here.

I need all the feedback you can give me.

I'll be back.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] raghavan_nvr:
Great !!

can i flash it directly over my current Orange 4.4.2 version ? or should I wipe everything ?
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Hey bro.

No need to wipe, just flash with Odin, any version should work.

I've been a little delayed, forgot a minor detail.

Re-uploading right now.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
4.4.2 System now ready for download.

Sorry for the delay...I just after the first upload discovered that I forgot a very important thing and therefore had to re-upload the file...

Download link is only for users already on 4.4.2

Here it is:

Link temporary removed. To many problems. Need to start all over.

Flash with Odin, any version should work. No need to flash CSC, Open Nordic included.

If this doesn't work, re-flash stock 4.4.2.

Read my previous post about what I've done.

Don't forget to report back; this is very important for me since I can't test...I need to stay on the 4.2.2 bootloader to make it work on the 4.3 and 4.2.2 bootloaders.

Kernel work will start ASAP (tomorrow), to make an insecure kernel that should make it all work on all bootloaders, remove all the nasty things and make better kernel performance. Perhaps I might even include overclocking, only time will tell. Might also come later, because first we need to get this 4.4.2 to work.

My OP will not be updated until I have everything ready, you can of course share the link if you want.

There will probably be coming some updates in the following days, so stay tuned.

Regards and happy flashing.

Goodnight.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] kotaxor:
Nice, I'm waiting for one for my 4.3 Knox Out.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] mezo91:
Any feedback on new DeHWAK 4.4.2 system?
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] morenoro:
For me, coming from 4.4.2, bootloop on bootanimation logo.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Hey

Please try a factory reset.

If it still bootloops, might be because of the removed KNOX and other security files. The original kernal probably wants these files.

I'll make a new system image later this evening, with nothing removed at all. Need to know if its kernel.

But first please try a factory reset.

Thx for testing and reporting.

Regards.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
No problem. Just email me these two files: hidden and cache.

Unpack your original carrier specific firmware (downloaded from Sam Mobile), when unpacked the zip, unpack the .md5 file. Grab the two files mentioned above, zip them and send them to me. I give you a download link when they are ready.

See ya.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] dXsL:
hi,

what is the current status on the 4.2.2 and 4.3 ROMs. I would love to see post #1 containing the latest status incl. evt. download links if possible?

currently I have an sim-unlockfree unrooted stock 9506. Its running Android 4.2.2 on stock I9506XXUAMHD for almost 2 days now, which is much longer than I normally do :D
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
Send you a mail.

Still working on the kernel for 4.2.2, 4.3 and 4.4.2.

See ya
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] Numero17:
this rom it's compatible with samsung s4 e330s?
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
I'm quite sure it's 100 percent compatible. There are very much the same. Same hardware and kernel sources. But try it, won't hurt your phone. If it doesn't work, just flash back your original system image.

See ya'
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] Numero17:
great friend thank you :)

but i don't understand the difference beetwen these Here's the link for the DeOdexed version:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6h...it?usp=sharing

Here's the link for the stock kernal that came with the the XXUAMJ2 firmware.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6h...it?usp=sharing

And finally the stock recovery file from the same firmware.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6h...it?usp=sharing
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] faabak:
Your links don't work.. :/
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] Numero17:
i copy from first page. i don't understand the difference. if i flash with this firmware knox grows?
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
I've just updated the main page and checked the download links. Links is working!

If you are on 4.2.2 firmware, then this system image will NOT trigger your KNOX.

If you are already on 4.3, then you can't use anything from here...atm.

Just make sure that your phone IS the Korean version of the GT-I9506! - I can't remember all those versions any more.

Please re-read the main page again, regarding your CSC.

Kernel work still in progress. I now have a complete kernel image, including drivers, ramdisk etc., flashed 3 times yesterday but my code seems to have a few minor bugs..

On the start screen, I get a security warning about an insecure kernel...but that's OK for now. Then after a little time it just reboots. Well, at least it doesn't enter download mode.

Stay tuned!

See ya'
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] Numero17:
Yes It s korean version. So you advice me to waiting for?
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
If you are on 4.2.2, I think you should give it a try. If it fail you just re flash your stock version. But I'm pretty sure it will work. You see, even the kernel sources I work on is for your model, they just added a second eur defconfig file.

Now it's time to get my hands on the 4.4.2 sources:cool:

See ya and happy flashing.
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] sh0ne:
Thank! YOU!!

I ve bought a i9506 LTE+ and this firmware is on it

Austria (A1)	2013 October	4.2.2	I9506XXUAMHE

I wont let it upgrade to 4.3!

I read this firmware wont kill warrianty, so the only thing the CSC what dont understand, what would not work in it?

cheers

installed fw:

Model: GT-I9506

Country: Austria (A1)

Version: Android 4.2.2

Changelist: 1414753

Build date: Fri, 23 Aug 2013 05:49:40 +0000

Product Code: MOB

PDA: I9506XXUAMHE

CSC: I9506VFGAMH4

MODEM: I9506XXUAMHD
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] Numero17:
Ok perfect. Which version have i take from first page? Modem it's included?
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] DeHAWK:
No modem included, because then I don't have to worry about different frequency settings all around the globe. Just download and flash the pre-rooted / de-odexed version. I cleaned up the main page, so now there's only one file containing the 4.2.2 system image. The other two files are stock kernel and stock recovery, you don't want them I think.

See ya'
[Galaxy S 4 i9506 Android Development] Numero17:
and so now how can i do? if i install stock firmware i will have problem?