Need help fixing my gps - Epic 4G General

Hey,
I know theres threads on this topic, but it seems confusing. I got my Epic and "Updated" it to DK28 froyo 2.2 ...After I did that my Phone hasnt been able to lock on GPS, everything else seems to work fine. is there a way to get this fixed? my Epic isnt rooted ...i just downloaded the Update.Zip and did it manually. Help me out if you can, Break it down step by step please.
Thanks!
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First use odin to get back to stick di18
Second turn on update google maps and get gps lock
Third use odin to go to dk28 and make sure u have gps lock after updating google maps.
Fourth root If you didn't odin a prerooted rom.
Fifth use cyanogen recovery and
wipe cache 3x
Factory reset 3x
Wipe dalvik cache 3x
Then install whatever custom rom you want over it through cyanogen
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Thanks alot
The best SAMSUMG EPIC 4G™

So why do all these instructions say 3x? Is that really necessary?
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I'm not here to knock anybody but am I the only one that hasn't had a problem with GPS whether on DI18 or DK28? I never had to go back to DI18 to get a GPS lock. When I flashed the DK28 zip the GPS worked just fine within 5 meters of where I was at. Like I said I'm not knocking anybody or anybody's phone. I'm just saying I might be the only one that hasn't had a problem.

jsantos248 said:
Thanks alot
The best SAMSUMG EPIC 4G™
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Np I just did the fix right before I saw this thread so I was able to tell u this from memory
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akenis said:
So why do all these instructions say 3x? Is that really necessary?
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I am not sure as I am not a dev but this is to be safe so might as well do it.
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[Q] Froyo DK28 is a fake?! >=(

blogs.computerworld.com/17481/sprint_epic_4g_froyo
sorry i cant post it as a link correctly...im a newb
its not really a fake but it's not the finished version....i cant even get it to update...i get an error 7
Wow! Do some research and read.
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Boy... you weren't kidding about being a noob...
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063_XOBX said:
Boy... you weren't kidding about being a noob...
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LOL.........
okay...we already knew this was true, but i have a question.
When the real froyo comes out, will we have to flash back to the DI18 stock w/ Odin or will we be able to update the manual way like we did for this "test"? (I know it wouldn't show up in the system updates notification)
Since ur probably gonna root and load a custom rom anyway, pretty sure u can just wait for the rom packages to be updated and go straight from dk28
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Zeinzu said:
Since ur probably gonna root and load a custom rom anyway, pretty sure u can just wait for the rom packages to be updated and go straight from dk28
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Yea, but doing that will inevitably lead to problems. The best way to do it is to return to DI18 and let Android update you the normal way, then root, then install whatever rom you want. If DK28 has taught us anything, its that trying to take the shortcut leads to non functional GPS and other problems.
Which means we'll probably be getting the final build of froyo in a few months judging by the current rate of progress. SOOOOOOO tired of waiting.
I checked the Sprint forums.
One of the admin suggests that the official update will be released within 3 weeks at the least, unless there's problems. Which...there will be -_-

DK28 Data Dropping Remedy

I've installed numerous custom ROMS and my data randomly drops. Its very frustrating! I used Odin to reinstall the DK28 Modem but I am still experiencing data drops that did not occur b4. Is there a cure for this? Please help.
I wish I knew cause I experience this every now and then.
I have the same issue using DI18, I think its more just a modem issue in general that Sammy needs to fix for us. I've also had weird errors like some sites not DNS resolving while tethering, but they will resolve in the phones browser, or when the same netbook is connected to regular wireless. Seem's to happen with my 2 most visited sites, reddit and my companies website, which I use on a daily basis to log into our server and test energy management controls comms.
I had same issue on DK28 rom so I flashed DI18 modem and no more data drops and speed increase on my DK28 Ext4!
Try it,DI18 modem is way better and bug free.There is DI18 zip file on dev section for clockwork.
Can you run a dk28 rom with the di18 radio? I didn't think that was possible.
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MojoSwag said:
Can you run a dk28 rom with the di18 radio? I didn't think that was possible.
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Yeah you can,im running one now.
lviv73 said:
Yeah you can,im running one now.
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This one?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=786266
Anybody else try this?
I would like to know this to has anyone tried this
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musclehead84 said:
Anybody else try this?
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ttieder said:
I would like to know this to has anyone tried this
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I reverted back to DK17 modem and it seems to have improved/stabilized by speednet test downloads.
And you used the link that was in this thread
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I reverted back to DK17 modem and it seems to have improved/stabilized by speednet test downloads.
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ttieder said:
And you used the link that was in this thread
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No, i used Odin which ACS kindly provided and just flashed the modem in download mode while keeping my current ROM (bonsai4all_v1.1.3) setup intact.
Odin3=v1.61/DK17 modem ONLY/pit
are you guys referring the the annoying drop in 4G when download big data files?
happens everytime i do. I hate it. I cant play XBL or ps3 online because of it.
Never had the problem with my EVO. Sammy needs to re-evaluate themselves.
They have more bugs in this phone out the box. Whereas not the case with my HTC evo
but oddly enough I can Torrent all day long like I did a 17gb file on 4G
and 50gbs more files. But torrents but a different type of strain on the network
kelmar13 said:
This one?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=786266
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Yeah that one,just flash in cwr on any DK28 rom even Ext4.
To those using DI17 modem flash DI18 its more stable and faster speeds.Plus you can flash it in cwr instead of Odin so it will not brick your phone and with Odin there is always that chance.
So have you guys had the best experience with the DI17 or DI18 modem?
Also since I'm running Truly Epic with ext4, which file do I Odin just for the modem?
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Do you happen to have d18 modem
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No, i used Odin which ACS kindly provided and just flashed the modem in download mode while keeping my current ROM (bonsai4all_v1.1.3) setup intact.
Odin3=v1.61/DK17 modem ONLY/pit
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I'm getting a Status 7 error when trying to flash this DI18 modem in CW.. anybody know how to get around that error?
kelmar13 said:
This one?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=786266
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DI18 ^^^^^^^^^
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Do you happen to have d18 modem
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When I CWM the DK18 Modem it says "Status 7 Error" ....think the only way it will be possible is if I can ODIN the modem only for DI18....does anyone have this by chance????
Hmm
Sure enough it seems to be working and problem free (so far). Using Ext4 and on the latest Quantum FWIW.

Flashed the dead horse kernel then BAM

I flashed the test 23 zip from eugine. After that every.thing was wiped from sd. Then I can't instal any apps because the tom memory shows o.ombs. Then I tried flashing a stock kernel and guess what? Still nothing is recognized and now I cant data reset my phone becajse all the wipes fail and cant aaccesse cwm anymore, I get an error with orange writing? Anyone know what the problem is? I have.bionix v installed.
ya...
eguene's test kernels ruined my phone as well. odin back to stock, start backing up your data(like i'm just starting to do ) and don't use his kernels anymore lol
My application storage also turned to 0 but after i odin to stock it works now. Did you load the .pit file?
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My application storage also turned to 0 but after i odin to stock it works now. Did you load the .pit file?
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I still didnt try to odin back yet. Xp sucks, won't recognize my phone.
csdalporto said:
eguene's test kernels ruined my phone as well. odin back to stock, start backing up your data(like i'm just starting to do ) and don't use his kernels anymore lol
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It did not ruin ur phone. YOU ruined it. Not his kernel.
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helikido said:
I still didnt try to odin back yet. Xp sucks, won't recognize my phone.
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odin should fix it. you should have done that first.
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Why do a lot of you even bother to install custom kernels?
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next time read the op:
A. This Could Wipe Data on SD, So Back up Everything Before Flashing
B. Issues seem to be coming from the Voodoo Kernel
C. There is a Vold Issue, so don't be scared if the SD isn't Mounting..
D.. I can't Fix Noobs, So be warned!!
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next time read the op:
A. This Could Wipe Data on SD, So Back up Everything Before Flashing
B. Issues seem to be coming from the Voodoo Kernel
C. There is a Vold Issue, so don't be scared if the SD isn't Mounting..
D.. I can't Fix Noobs, So be warned!!
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Lost cause, people don't read anything about what they flash. Then they ***** about it and to dev like its there fault. Im sick of xda threads because of people not READING! I dont get it...
bdubs4200 said:
Lost cause, people don't read anything about what they flash. Then they ***** about it and to dev like its there fault. Im sick of xda threads because of people not READING! I dont get it...
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Quit being a *****. I new my sd was going to get wiped and thT aint my damn ****en issue. The issue is my rom memory isnt getting recognized. Read the dMn thread again.
P.s. Can I just flash through kies mini to get on stock 2.2?
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Quit being a *****. I new my sd was going to get wiped and thT aint my damn ****en issue. The issue is my rom memory isnt getting recognized. Read the dMn thread again.
P.s. Can I just flash through kies mini to get on stock 2.2?
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No...mini kies isn't gonna recognize your firmware version to know what to install. Your gonna have to ODIN
Just ODIN a kernel
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Just ODIN a kernel
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Can u give me a kernel in odin format, over with voodoo or cwm recovery so I can just flash bionic all over again.
helikido said:
Can u give me a kernel in odin format, over with voodoo or cwm recovery so I can just flash bionic all over again.
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They are all there in supercurio's thread. Take three seconds to find it instead of asking to be spoon fed. Additionally, the kernel is for TESTING purposes. If you don't even know how to Odin a kernel or find a tar format kernel then you shouldn't be flashing test kernels. Learn how to take care of yourself or don't flash test kernels.
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They are all there in supercurio's thread. Take three seconds to find it instead of asking to be spoon fed. Additionally, the kernel is for TESTING purposes. If you don't even know how to Odin a kernel or find a tar format kernel then you shouldn't be flashing test kernels. Learn how to take care of yourself or don't flash test kernels.
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+1
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Sdobron said:
They are all there in supercurio's thread. Take three seconds to find it instead of asking to be spoon fed. Additionally, the kernel is for TESTING purposes. If you don't even know how to Odin a kernel or find a tar format kernel then you shouldn't be flashing test kernels. Learn how to take care of yourself or don't flash test kernels.
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X a billion!!!!!!!
What's a herbal
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funeralthirst said:
next time read the op:
A. This Could Wipe Data on SD, So Back up Everything Before Flashing
B. Issues seem to be coming from the Voodoo Kernel
C. There is a Vold Issue, so don't be scared if the SD isn't Mounting..
D.. I can't Fix Noobs, So be warned!!
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Okay for a long while he didn't even post that. So initially there was no warningg, just sayin
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Flonkas said:
Okay for a long while he didn't even post that. So initially there was no warningg, just sayin
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initially.. no he didn't becuase it was working fine for him. It was posted before test23 & test24 though.
Flonkas said:
Okay for a long while he didn't even post that. So initially there was no warningg, just sayin
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It's because he still didn't know that. he released it for testing.
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Warning about ODIN Packages and Such

I have heard of a lot of reports from people that loose functionality of their radio and even more drastic problems after flashing some ODIN packages...
Now, i don't know which ODIN package is responsible, i know that bubby323 did make a faulty package, somewhere down the line..
ODIN is a last resort... Us here can get you up and working most of the time without even having to open up... ClockWorkRecovery is our friend
If you absolutely need to ODIN, What i suggest is going into the package with 7-zip, and checking whether or not there is a modem file... if there is, delete it... That's just my advise
Also, i have had a couple of reports of people getting fried from with CWM.... As of right now, i would tread lightly in there.... Backups and Restores should be fine, but don't do anything crazy in there If you do need to do anything does not require edify (3.0+) scripting, i suggest using the blue recovery...
This is all just my own personal opinions and such, do whatever you want
Thank you for the warning
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No Problem, glad i could be of help
Need the Odin Files to fix a phone
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If you don't mind searching they're on the forums somewhere.
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Grimis said:
Need the Odin Files to fix a phone
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wait what, well just remember about the OP, well just look up the dj20 files we have under Continuum Android Development
torque240 said:
wait what, well just remember about the OP, well just look up the dj20 files we have under Continuum Android Development
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Links are bad
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How about trying a wipe first? Then if that doesn't work, then i can get you up and working through Clock Work... Get into the IRC #Samsung-Continuum so that i can help you better
Used the method we use on the Fascinate and got it rooted again. Did a wipe and she fired up. Odin clockwork, booted to recovery, applied update.zip, flashed superuser zip file. I think that's right. I was do frustrated I can't recall lol
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Great news
Thanks for the help Trailblazer
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No problem, glad i could help
Is messaging there now? And everything good?
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Going to flash Clean Rom today when he comes over.
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How to root Gingerbread for the Epic 4G

I'm posting this for anyone who wants to root their device personally.
I apologize to anyone who feels like it shouldn't be posted.
All credit goes to qbking77, chris41g, mkasick, drockstar and all those who were involved.
Step 1...........How to Root and Clockworkmod the Samsung Epic 4G on EI22 EL30 Gingerbread
Step 2...........How to root the Samsung Epic 4G on Froyo and Gingerbread
You can use this recovery in place of the acs recovery if you prefer...........cwm-5.0.2.7-epic4g.tar.md5 tar flash for odin
Can the Sprint Samsung Epic 4g on gingerbread 2.3.6 be rooted?
Hello to anyone who knows about rooting. I work in medicne so I can figure out anything with the human body but not with rooting my Samsung epic on gingerbread 2.3.6. I have tried different developers, different sites, and read till I went crazy. The lingo gets old. It would be like me talking to the common public about the interpetation of hemodynamic readings and congestive heart failure. Anyhow, I rooted my epic 4g before it automatically upgraded to gingerbread...then it froze...I researched and unbricked it with a program everyone said did not work...but it worked to unbrick my phone even though it was supposed to root my phone...it just reset it to where it was usable again. When I try to go to certain websites for rooting files to download...they seem to be missing...hmmmm. So again, can the samsung epic 4g on gingerbread 2.3.6 be rooted? If it can, please direct me to some site...so far...I have tried about 5 different sites...no luck. It is also very hard to find anything specific on gingerbread 2.3.6 on rooting...alot of info. on the other versions.
imuscle said:
Hello to anyone who knows about rooting. I work in medicne so I can figure out anything with the human body but not with rooting my Samsung epic on gingerbread 2.3.6. I have tried different developers, different sites, and read till I went crazy. The lingo gets old. It would be like me talking to the common public about the interpetation of hemodynamic readings and congestive heart failure. Anyhow, I rooted my epic 4g before it automatically upgraded to gingerbread...then it froze...I researched and unbricked it with a program everyone said did not work...but it worked to unbrick my phone even though it was supposed to root my phone...it just reset it to where it was usable again. When I try to go to certain websites for rooting files to download...they seem to be missing...hmmmm. So again, can the samsung epic 4g on gingerbread 2.3.6 be rooted? If it can, please direct me to some site...so far...I have tried about 5 different sites...no luck. It is also very hard to find anything specific on gingerbread 2.3.6 on rooting...alot of info. on the other versions.
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Yes it can...that's why this how too is right above you if you would like me to do it for you remotely through team viewer I would gladly
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imuscle said:
Hello to anyone who knows about rooting. I work in medicne so I can figure out anything with the human body but not with rooting my Samsung epic on gingerbread 2.3.6. I have tried different developers, different sites, and read till I went crazy. The lingo gets old. It would be like me talking to the common public about the interpetation of hemodynamic readings and congestive heart failure. Anyhow, I rooted my epic 4g before it automatically upgraded to gingerbread...then it froze...I researched and unbricked it with a program everyone said did not work...but it worked to unbrick my phone even though it was supposed to root my phone...it just reset it to where it was usable again. When I try to go to certain websites for rooting files to download...they seem to be missing...hmmmm. So again, can the samsung epic 4g on gingerbread 2.3.6 be rooted? If it can, please direct me to some site...so far...I have tried about 5 different sites...no luck. It is also very hard to find anything specific on gingerbread 2.3.6 on rooting...alot of info. on the other versions.
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there is a thread that tells you a 3 step method. if you wanna flash another rom then here is what I did. Download the rom you want and put on the sd card. download odin if you do not already have it. download cwm-5.0.2.7-epic4g.tar.md5. open odin uncheck every thing even reboot. then click pda put the cwm.tar into the pda. make sure your phone is in download mode. by holding the #1 button on the keyboard and the power button. plug the phone in to the usb. a yellow com box should pop up. hit start it shouldn't take long but it will complete and the phone will still be on. unplug your phone and take the battery out. put the battery back and turn on using the 3 finger method. ( vol. down, camera and power button) then wipe data, wipe cache, go into advance and wipe dalvik. press the back button click then click install zip from sdcard. click choose zip from sd card and then choose your rom and install that should be all. if you want to stay stock and just be rooted you need to download superuser.zip the link is found in the first video. you do the first part the same but instead of wiping every thing you go start into install zip and then choose the super user zip. reboot your system. then you have to go into the root explorer and delete a file but I cant remember the file name. but then you turn your phone off and then you have to odin cwm again. then you will be rooted. i will edit this when i can remember the file name unless some one beats me to the punch. i hope this helps if not pm me and i will try to help i am going to be flashing back to stock and re rooting to day so..
Thanks...I will try it again.
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Thanks...I will try it again.
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I could not find that file that you are suppose to delete but if you odin cwm. Then flash super user in cwm. Boot up. Go into your root explorer go ino system/etc/ it should say install.recovery.sh. I believe
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Links to all files needed are in the descriptions under the videos.....and the videos show which ones you need.
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Root epic 4g
to big goron, would u b willing to do the same for me? I have teamviewer.
debage39 said:
to big goron, would u b willing to do the same for me? I have teamviewer.
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You should pm him
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debage39 said:
to big goron, would u b willing to do the same for me? I have teamviewer.
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No problem pm me the id and password and ill root ya in no time
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I wanted to give thanx to big Goron aka uber for all his time and effort helping me with my epic. Problems and upgrades. Thanx for all ur help.
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Yes! A big thanks to Uber (Big Goron) for helping out everywhere!
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notsosmrtgeek said:
I could not find that file that you are suppose to delete but if you odin cwm. Then flash super user in cwm. Boot up. Go into your root explorer go ino system/etc/ it should say install.recovery.sh. I believe
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i havent rooted stock gb. so forgive me. but is system/etc the correct path for the file that needs to be deleted? also better to necro rather than make a new thread for this.
I never deleted that file. I just odin'd cwm5 with reboot unchecked, then unplugged cable, poppef battery out and in and flashed a ROM. That file install-recovery.sh is still on my phone and in the directory you specified.
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jbadboy2007 said:
i havent rooted stock gb. so forgive me. but is system/etc the correct path for the file that needs to be deleted? also better to necro rather than make a new thread for this.
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You don't need to unless you plan on staying stock. Otherwise just flash clockwork mod boot into it and flash a custom rom.
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ÜBER™ said:
You don't need to unless you plan on staying stock. Otherwise just flash clockwork mod boot into it and flash a custom rom.
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The phone will remain stock or I would just flash fc09 deoxed. It's for my wife I might in the future upgrade her but this is her first android so I'm trying to go slow with it and not barrage her with too many changes.
jbadboy2007 said:
The phone will remain stock or I would just flash fc09 deoxed. It's for my wife I might in the future upgrade her but this is her first android so I'm trying to go slow with it and not barrage her with too many changes.
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Qbking77 video on youtube I believe hasa link to a kernel (mostly stock, only the key skip fix added i believe) that you can odin to make recovery stick on stock...
flastnoles11 said:
Qbking77 video on youtube I believe hasa link to a kernel (mostly stock, only the key skip fix added i believe) that you can odin to make recovery stick on stock...
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Isnt that a ei22 kernel though from my memory there is not a fc09 kernel of that sort.
i used this kernel on my friends epic, who wanted to stay stock fc09
ShadowKernel-FC09-v1.0.1

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