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I've tried to do some searching on here about RyanZA's OCLF app. i recently updated to the official froyo update and seem to have problems with the lag fix when trying to install it. It says it fails but i still see an increase in quadrant, but not the 2100-2200 i was seeing with 2.1.
Anyone else having this issue? Any help is appreciated. thanks
BTW i do mean i can't find anything regarding the OFFICIAL froyo update and oclf
Stop using OCFL .. there is a better solution, Voodoo. You should be able to get KA6 and KA7 kernel that includes voodoo, just search the development section. Voodoo is much better and cleaner solution, even Nexus S using the same filesystem (ext4).
I dont know anything about voodoo. Im still pretty much a noob when it comes to rooting. I did oclf because ot was easy. How do I go about usimg voodoo?
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I dont know anything about voodoo. Im still pretty much a noob when it comes to rooting. I did oclf because ot was easy. How do I go about usimg voodoo?
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The man knows what he's talking about. Drop OCLF in my opinion. Search the Android dev section for Scrizz's thread with kernels and modems and flash one with voodoo. Use 3 button recovery to get red recovery and simply go to advanced menu and enable. Sit back and relax while Linda does her thing. Give her about 10 minutes. BOOM!
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I dont doubt he does, ill have to look into it, but I have no idea how to flash anything, if you know what thread could help me can you ink it? I did a search for voodoo and haven't really found much yet.
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OCLF 2.0 works, but the OS doesn't "think" it works. The speeds are increased something terrible, but still nothing like the 2000+ scores from OCLF in 2.1. Voodoo is a very clean lagfix.
Go on over to the development section and look at most of the roms, you can download Voodoo.
Voodoo isn't a lagfix, it's a file system conversion. It just happens to get rid of lag because it's a better file system.
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Voodoo isn't a lagfix, it's a file system conversion. It just happens to get rid of lag because it's a better file system.
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Isn't that the same as OCLF except that made a ext2 file system? What is a true lagfix then?
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Isn't that the same as OCLF except that made a ext2 file system? What is a true lagfix then?
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It's just splitting hairs at this point. "Lagfix" is a loose term thrown around just as "brick".
OCLF converts rfs to ext2. Whereas voodoo converts to ext4.
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Isn't that the same as OCLF except that made a ext2 file system? What is a true lagfix then?
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unless it's been changed, the oclf just creates an ext2 file in the data partition which was then used as a buffer for writing. voodoo converts the entire data and system partitions to ext4. so the oclf was a temp fix/workaround while voodoo is a solution because it gets rid of rfs, and now with voodoo enabled roms, you don't have to disable/reenable voodoo, you just flash the new rom with voodoo enabled.
I've tried using cwm to flash the voodoo modem/kernals but i can't seem to get in to work. i'm sure i'm doing something wrong. like i said i don't really know much about this stuff.
i open rom manager, go to install rom, go to external sd card, then the voodoouvka6 modemupdate.zip
i reboot to complete installation, then what should i do? if i go to reinstall packages it fails. and if i just reboot it doesn't seem to do anything. i tried to do ka7 before and didn't see anything change, now i'm trying ka6.
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I've tried using cwm to flash the voodoo modem/kernals but i can't seem to get in to work. i'm sure i'm doing something wrong. like i said i don't really know much about this stuff.
i open rom manager, go to install rom, go to external sd card, then the voodoouvka6 modemupdate.zip
i reboot to complete installation, then what should i do? if i go to reinstall packages it fails. and if i just reboot it doesn't seem to do anything. i tried to do ka7 before and didn't see anything change, now i'm trying ka6.
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Okay... I'm on my computer now so I can do a little more for you.
Go here...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=870480
Since you are on the official, download the KA6 kernel that is .zip and flash like anything else through clockworkmod.
Next, you have to reboot into recovery. (Do not use rom manager. Power off the phone and hold volume up + volume down buttons and power on the phone.)
You should be in recovery now, but it will have red text and an additional selection at the bottom labeled voodooo.
Select voodoo and select enable voodoo. This will turn voodoo on the next reboot.
Reboot now and wait for Linda to tell you that the lagfix is enabled. It will take about 10 minutes. Be patient and don't touch the phone while she is working.
BOOM!
See my problem is I dont know how to flash. I downloaded rom manager and it installed cloclworkmod recovery. Is that the same thing I need?
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See my problem is I dont know how to flash. I downloaded rom manager and it installed cloclworkmod recovery. Is that the same thing I need?
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Ohhh... okay, yeah. Open Rom manager and flash clockworkmod... select vibrant.
Download the kernel from the link in my last post. Place the .zip you downloaded on the root of internal memory (the 14gb one). Root meaning not in any folders.
Now open Rom manager again and reboot into recovery. It may ask you to reinstall packages, do so if prompted.
Once in clockworkmod recovery (should be a green menu), select "install zip from SD".
Select the .zip kernel you downloaded and it will ask you one more time are you sure. Do it.
BOOM!
Then follow steps from my last post for voodoo.
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Ses' when I boot in recovery it gives be a few options and reinstall packages is one, but when I try it I get this
E: failed to verify whole-file signature
E: signature verifacation failed
Installation aborted
Im not sure what else to do
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Ses' when I boot in recovery it gives be a few options and reinstall packages is one, but when I try it I get this
E: failed to verify whole-file signature
E: signature verifacation failed
Installation aborted
Im not sure what else to do
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Bad package, or bad download.
What package is it trying to install? I have not hot to the point to onstall the kernel
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If you were rooted before the update, you aren't rooted anymore. I think people are using superoneclick now on the official update. I think, but I am not sure. Try that, then go back to the steps already posted. If I come across what people are using now I will post the link.
Edit... use this. It's superoneclick
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
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What package is it trying to install? I have not hot to the point to onstall the kernel
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I don't use OCLF and don' know what version your running it was more generalized. If you flash something its in a package and that package has to be signed. If it's a pretty trustworthy source then most signs point to bad download. Which usually doesn't happen on the same file multiple times unless the source is corrupt or unsigned in this case.
Then their are the other issues such as maybe your phone just doesn't like this file and won't install it. I've had a guy try multiple times to install my theme, even got it to install on his sons phone and regardless of my attempts to upload different ways it just wasn't meant to be.
My obvious advice would be to drop the OCLF attempt because its just an inflated quadrant score, and potentially corrupt files awaiting you. Most of the roms now use voodoo and theirs voodoo kernels floating around. Not to mention the ease of voodoo in these new roms it's reallly a no brainer. Nero comes with voodoo activated and you don't have to rename a file or do anything but go through the menu in cwm to turn it off or on. You can even flash between Axura and Nero now without disabling Voodoo. It's pretty much the new standard.
Ive already done that.
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Hey guys, I have a few questions that I either couldn't figure out after researching for hours (seriously) or I just need some clarification on. I apologize if these questions have already been adressed. Also, I'm new to android so try to keep it simple for me.
1. What is a kernel? Can I flash multiple kernels to the same rom? Can I flash a kernel via clockwork recovery?
2. Ive been having problems with clockwork recovery. I got it installed (meaning I can get to the clockwork recovery menu after flashing the .tar file via odin and applying the update.zip) but if I select any of the items from the clockwork recovery menu the screen immediately goes blank and I have to perform a battery pull to boot the phone up again.
3. Clockwork recovery doesnt stick. When I apply the update.zip (which contains clockwork recovery mod) from the regular recovery menu I get a "e:verification whole-file error" message thingy unless I flash the .tar file via odin every single time before hand in which case I do get to the clockwork recovery menu, but the problem from the question above occurs.
4. How to flash the latest clockwork recovery + any needed kernel + any bug fixes + latest version of needed files? Plz post a link to a place where I can download the appropriate files. I ask this even though its been asked before because im wondering if the files I used are outdated and thats why I had the problems mentioned above.
5. Is there anyway I can restore my phone back to the way i first bought it (meaning no root, no update, etc.)
Thanks in advance!
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The only one I can answer out of those is #5 (I suck at the coding part lol, I'll let someone more knowledgable answer those)
Go to settings -> Privacy -> Factory Data Reset.
Pretty sure that's what you're looking for
You're having weird problems. My clockwork doesn't stock either but I don't think anybody's does with the continuum. I have a clean DL17 ROM, the peanutbutta jelly time kernel and I haven't had any problems
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Ill try again later on today and ill see what happens. Maybe it was just a one time glitch. Are you supposed to select the items from the clockwork recovery menu using the camera button or the menu button?
On a separate note, about the clockwork recovery sticking, i heard about a kernel that made it stick. True or false? And if I install a kernel on my phone now, and then flash the DL17 rom, do the effects of the kernel now apply to the DL17 rom as well? does the clockwork recovery mod that i flashed before also apply to the DL17 rom as well, or do i have to reinstall clockwork recovery? what bugs does the DL17 rom have? where are the fixes?
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Oh and whats the difference between the following kernels? and can they all be flashed using clockwork recovery? and which kernel do you use? and what bugs to each of the kernels have?
1. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1057072
2. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=943833
3. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=926555
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Can someone please post a link of this thread in the continuum android development section or point this thread to a dev because I don't have permission and I really badly want these questions answered! Thanks!
I'll try and answer some of your questions as soon as I get to a computer.
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1. I'm not a dev, but here is what I understand about kernels. A kernel is part of android that contains the "drivers". You can use different kernels with the same ROM, but if you're asking if you can use 2 kernels at the same time with 1 ROM, then no, you can't. Kernels are usually flashed with clockwork, but we continuum users also use ODIN because of the difficulties with CWM not wanting to work on some phones.
2. Are uoi using the menu button to select in CWM? If you are, try clicking the lock button instead.
3. I can't help you there, sorry. :-/ My CWM always worked...
4.I'll see if I can't find a guide or 2. I'll make another video tut if needed.
5. There is a stock ODIN file that I helped make floating around here somewhere. The only thing is, the ODIN is rooted because it was needed to create the files.
I'll answer more questions later
Ok thanks a lot that helped clarify a few things. A video tutorial or a written tutorial would be great and if u could answer my other questions that would be fantastic! Thanks
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Oh and do u flash a kernel in odin by putting the .pit file in the pit section and the kernel in the pda section?
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Flash kernels using clockwork
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Oh and do u flash a kernel in odin by putting the .pit file in the pit section and the kernel in the pda section?
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Yes, that is how you flash a kernal in odin.
I didn't have to do mine that way
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Thanks for the answers guys! Can u look at the other questions that I posted and try to answer them?
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Ill try again later on today and ill see what happens. Maybe it was just a one time glitch. Are you supposed to select the items from the clockwork recovery menu using the camera button or the menu button?
On a separate note, about the clockwork recovery sticking, i heard about a kernel that made it stick. True or false? And if I install a kernel on my phone now, and then flash the DL17 rom, do the effects of the kernel now apply to the DL17 rom as well? does the clockwork recovery mod that i flashed before also apply to the DL17 rom as well, or do i have to reinstall clockwork recovery? what bugs does the DL17 rom have? where are the fixes?
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AGH!!!! SO MANY QUESTIONS IN 1 POST >.<
ok.... Let's try and answer these *sigh*
1. If you are using the original CWM then, select is using the lock button. If you are using the new CWM the imnuts put out a few days ago, then selecting is the camera button. The latest CWM available, is the first link in the next quote.
2. ugh... I can't really comment on that, I've never had problems with CWM...
3. Yes, they do apply to the DL17 ROM.
4.CWM sticks as long as you flashed all the files correctly.
5. Which DL17 ROM? Adr's SC, or the debloated?
6. again, which one?
ntien said:
Oh and whats the difference between the following kernels? and can they all be flashed using clockwork recovery? and which kernel do you use? and what bugs to each of the kernels have?
1. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1057072
2. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=943833
3. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=926555
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1. This is from what I know, just CWM. There isn't a "kernel" so to speak.
2.This is an epic kernal that I recommended trying
3. I would also recommend trying out this kernal. I'm not entirely sure what the differences between 2, and 3 are though...
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Hey guys, I have a few questions that I either couldn't figure out after researching for hours (seriously) or I just need some clarification on. I apologize if these questions have already been adressed. Also, I'm new to android so try to keep it simple for me.
1. What is a kernel? Can I flash multiple kernels to the same rom? Can I flash a kernel via clockwork recovery?
2. Ive been having problems with clockwork recovery. I got it installed (meaning I can get to the clockwork recovery menu after flashing the .tar file via odin and applying the update.zip) but if I select any of the items from the clockwork recovery menu the screen immediately goes blank and I have to perform a battery pull to boot the phone up again.
3. Clockwork recovery doesnt stick. When I apply the update.zip (which contains clockwork recovery mod) from the regular recovery menu I get a "e:verification whole-file error" message thingy unless I flash the .tar file via odin every single time before hand in which case I do get to the clockwork recovery menu, but the problem from the question above occurs.
4. How to flash the latest clockwork recovery + any needed kernel + any bug fixes + latest version of needed files? Plz post a link to a place where I can download the appropriate files. I ask this even though its been asked before because im wondering if the files I used are outdated and thats why I had the problems mentioned above.
5. Is there anyway I can restore my phone back to the way i first bought it (meaning no root, no update, etc.)
Thanks in advance!
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1. From wikipedia:
"In computing, the kernel is the central component of most computer operating systems; it is a bridge between applications and the actual data processing done at the hardware level. The kernel's responsibilities include managing the system's resources (the communication between hardware and software components). Usually as a basic component of an operating system, a kernel can provide the lowest-level abstraction layer for the resources (especially processors and I/O devices) that application software must control to perform its function. It typically makes these facilities available to application processes through inter-process communication mechanisms and system calls.
Operating system tasks are done differently by different kernels, depending on their design and implementation. While monolithic kernels execute all the operating system code in the same address space to increase the performance of the system, microkernels run most of the operating system services in user space as servers, aiming to improve maintainability and modularity of the operating system. A range of possibilities exists between these two extremes."
You can only run one kernel at a time.
2. dfggd's instruction vid might help: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USHpl0s7qhk
3. CWM does not stick (yet)
4. You'll have to do your own research on this one. Personal taste comes in to play and it is ever-changing.
5. I know there's a DJ20 dump around here somewhere....
hahahaha im sorry but i have a lot of questions lol. thanks for the help. if u can answer the other questions thatd be great, thanks. and in response to your answers:
TO DFGGED:
1. i need plain english here. whats the difference between the two clockworks? does it really matter which one i flash? if not, then i plan on using the original clockwork recovery mod so that i can flash a different kernel.
2. maybe its becuz i used the menu button to select an item so it freaked out. ill try it again as soon as i can find somebodys windows computer i can borrow to flash odin
3. and if i flash a kernel its permanent? i cant remove the kernel or flash a different kernel and overwrite it or something?
4. i definitely flashed all the files correctly and it didnt stick for me. maybe we just have different definitions of sticking. i have to flash odin every single time prior to going in to clockwork recovery. do u not have to do the same? i heard that flashing a custom kernel made it stick though so maybe thats it...
5. wait...i thought Adr's DL17 rom was the only one out for the samsung continuum. and that is the debloated/debinged/etc. isn't it?
6. if there are different roms and im just clueless, then can u post the link for both of the actual rom and fixes?
TO DFGGED(PART 2):
1. but doesnt it say flash the recovery kernel via odin? is that not a kernel?
2. what does this kernel do?
3. again, what does this kernel do?
TO WEUDEL:
1. kind of understood that lol but at least i get the basic idea
2. yup that helps to clarify a bit, thanks
3. i heard that custom kernels DOES make it stick. true or false?
4. look at my questions to dfgged above (in this post) and see if u can explain the differences to me in the kernels and original clockwork recover vs. imnuts clockwork recovery (and if imnuts clockwork recovery's recovery kernel is actually a kernel) and if there are indeed two different roms and the difference between them. and a link to a place where i can download the latest files for the fixes and actual rom. i would really appreciate it!
5. yup found it. thanks
oh and how do you flash a kernel via clockwork?
thanks so much for ur patience!!!! i owe all of u guys lol
ntien said:
oh and how do you flash a kernel via clockwork?
thanks so much for ur patience!!!! i owe all of u guys lol
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You go to install zip file then install from sd card
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Well, since you are now over the 10 post threshold, I would suggest that you ask the specifics of these kernels within the kernel threads. That or try them all out and go with the one you like. This is a small community and the more testing everyone can do the better off we will all be.
I would but I dont have a windows computer so testing is pretty much impossible for me so...yeah anything anybody knows about the questions I just asked would be extremely helpful. Thanks again
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I'm currently assuming that the easiest, most direct way is following this guide:
[Guide] Subsidy Unlock, SuperCID, and Radio S-OFF
Are there any newer, faster, safer, or more stable ways to do all the things I listed?
Thanks!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=801206
All relevent guides are there. It is up to you to read the guides and decide which to use....and SEARCH.
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and SEARCH.
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... calm down... how else do you suppose I found the guide in my OP?
I believe the xda wiki still offers the safest, most up to date root method.
Easiest way BY FAR is this (I just got a replacement in the mail for my G2 and had to re-root, reinstall CM7... It took less than 20 minutes total.)
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928160
^ won't let me post official links yet lol.
IGNORE THE PART ABOUT INSTALLING THE ENG-HBOOT. You do not need it at all, and will only complicate the fu** out of the process.
After this, installing Cyanogenmod is a cake walk.
1. Breathe
2. Install ROM Manager from the Market
3. Open ROM Manager and Click the top most option, "Flash Clockworkmod Recovery".
4. After this is complete, click Download ROM in ROM Manager.
5. Click Cyanogenmod (not nightlies)
6. Click 7.1.0-RC1
7. Download
8. Click Google Apps
9. Hit Ok
10. Make sure all three options are checked (Backup existing ROM, Wipe Data and Cache, Wipe Dalvik Cache)
11. It will reboot and install automatically, then reboot into your new custom ROM.
12. Enjoy!
If you want to backup all your apps and data (Messages, settings, account informations), download Titanium Backup from the market before step 2 and click Menu on your phone --> Batch Operations --> Backup ALL Apps + Data. Voila, when you reboot into CM7, you want to open up Titanium Backup and click "Restore ALL Apps + Data". Reboot once more. Voila, custom ROM + All your old data/settings/apps.
Enjoy man! Welcome to the glorious world of root ^_^
Also, there are videos of installing CM7 on G2. Search unlockr.com for G2 advanced videos.
Honestly, its just a learning process...you need to scour the net to figure this out. XDA forums + Cyanogenmod Forums + Unlockr.com are your best friends for pretty much anything/everything you need to know.
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Easiest way BY FAR is this (I just got a replacement in the mail for my G2 and had to re-root, reinstall CM7... It took less than 20 minutes total.)
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928160
^ won't let me post official links yet lol.
IGNORE THE PART ABOUT INSTALLING THE ENG-HBOOT. You do not need it at all, and will only complicate the fu** out of the process.
After this, installing Cyanogenmod is a cake walk.
1. Breathe
2. Install ROM Manager from the Market
3. Open ROM Manager and Click the top most option, "Flash Clockworkmod Recovery".
4. After this is complete, click Download ROM in ROM Manager.
5. Click Cyanogenmod (not nightlies)
6. Click 7.1.0-RC1
7. Download
8. Click Google Apps
9. Hit Ok
10. Make sure all three options are checked (Backup existing ROM, Wipe Data and Cache, Wipe Dalvik Cache)
11. It will reboot and install automatically, then reboot into your new custom ROM.
12. Enjoy!
If you want to backup all your apps and data (Messages, settings, account informations), download Titanium Backup from the market before step 2 and click Menu on your phone --> Batch Operations --> Backup ALL Apps + Data. Voila, when you reboot into CM7, you want to open up Titanium Backup and click "Restore ALL Apps + Data". Reboot once more. Voila, custom ROM + All your old data/settings/apps.
Enjoy man! Welcome to the glorious world of root ^_^
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This is definitely the easiest and most straight forward way.
Its been forever since i got my g2, are ppl still using gfree? That was ridiculously simple when i got mine. Or is there some new somehow easier way? I just remember when i got mine gfree method was the preferred method.
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Its been forever since i got my g2, are ppl still using gfree? That was ridiculously simple when i got mine. Or is there some new somehow easier way? I just remember when i got mine gfree method was the preferred method.
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Yes people are still using it and it is still the preferred way.
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Oh look a search button
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Oh look a search button
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Oh look a snob that didn't read my first response.
Seriously, why bother telling somebody to search. If you've got nothing helpful to ad maybe just don't say anything?
I for one am thankful for this thread, I'm a newbie and read all the different rooting threads and basically felt overwhelmed due to the many different methods and choices. It makes you feel more confident when several people say "do this, its the easiest".
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Oh look a snob that didn't read my first response.
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I feel for you man. I come from the milestone section of xda. Things were simpler there...1 way to do things. Also less people meant less repeat questions and therefore less rtfm/search reponses.
My experience: all guides were simple to follow and people in each thread answered questions in a friendly manner. The hardest part for me? Donwgrading to a vulnerable ruu. If you dont need to goldcard, the guide with gfree is a piece of cake.
Good luck.
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Oh look a snob that didn't read my first response.
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In my experience, the visionary/gfree method is quite easily the simplest...
Check it out here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928160
However, It doesn't always work. It depends on whether or not you have received your Froyo OTA to v1.22 yet, in which case, it doesn't....
You would have to use this method which involves setting up and using ADB to gain permanent root... This is recorded in the XDA Wiki. The link to the article is referenced in the link above...
If you've upgraded to gingerbread then it gets more difficult. You will have to use this method..
Check that out here: http://theunlockr.com/2011/07/22/how-to-downgrade-a-gingerbread-t-mobile-g2-so-it-can-be-rooted/
That should do it... But you should note that a lot of people are just not willing to do the reading necessary to find the answers. Sometimes people may snap at you because they are tired of doing what i just did... Threads are filled with people asking the same questions over and over again...
You may be different but just saying... Read first then ask later...
Take my advice and use the xda wiki. It took me thirty minutes to root via that guide. Also, for the love of god don't follow the user's instuctions that said to skip s-off! That is so important, and often the only thing that saves a user who flashes an incorrect rom, or accidentally does something stupid.
Btw: notice how all of the senior members reccomend the xda wiki, and gfree? Probably something to that, anyway here's the wiki, happy flashing!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=HTC_Vision#Rooting_the_Vision_.28G2.2FDZ.29_and_DHD
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DO NOT USE VISIONARY IF YOU DONT WANT A 200 DOLLAR BRICK.
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****This How TO was made for use with ClockworkMod Recovery. And may not work on other recoverys.****
To make this easier we will use Rom Manager for some of this How To. Here is the download link https://market.android.com/details?...xLDEsImNvbS5rb3VzaGlrZHV0dGEucm9tbWFuYWdlciJd
**Step 1**
If you don't have ClockworkMod Recovery please continue follow this step. If you have it or dont want to use ClockworkMod Recovery move to the next step.
1.) In Rom Manager choose “Flash ClockworkMod Recovery” and select you fone. And follow the step that are giving to you. Now you have ClockworkMod Recovery on your fone.
**Step 2**
Now with that said download your new soon to be favorite rom. You can find some here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13633553&postcount=2 .
After you download the rom move it to the root of your SD card(not a must but it does make it easier). Remember on some rom you must also download and flash the GAPPS. Make sure you download the needed zip and move to the root of your SD card also.
**Google Wallet Step** (Not Required)
Also if you rom does not include Google Wallet you may want to run down the flash-able zip and also put it on the root of your SD card.
**Step 3**
Now it is time too boot into ClockworkMod Recovery. Goto Rom Manager and select”Reboot into Recovery”
Now you should be in ClockworkMod Recovery.
How to navigate in ClockworkMod Recovery: Volume Rocker = Up/Down, Power Button = Select, Back Button = Back(duh)
Now I would suggest backing up your current rom by doing a nandroid backup. Use this guide to learn how. http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=How_to_backup_or_recover_via_Nandroid
**Step 4**
Now in ClockworkMod Recovery it is time to prepare your fone to flash the new rom.
1.) Got “wipe cache parition” and select it. Then select “ Yes – Wipe Cache” Now t should take you back t he first screen.
2.) Goto “advanced” and select it.
3.) Now goto “Wipe Dalvik Cache” Then select “ Yes – Wipe Davik Cache” Now t should take you back the advanced screen.
4.) Next go back to the main screen and select “mounts and storage”
5.) Now format /system, /cache, /data, /boot
**Step 5**
Now that we have prepared our fone to flash the rom it is time to do that now.
1.) On the main screen goto “install zip from sdcard”
2.) Now choose “choose zip from sdcard”
3.) Next find the rom zip and select it(if you put it on the root of you SD card it should be somewhere near the bottom)
4.) Now just select “Yes” your rom will install it's self now. When it is done it will take you back to the screen in step 2 of this step.
**GAPPS Step** (Skip if your rom does not need you to flash the GAPPS or if you just dont need them.)
1.) Select “choose zip from sdcard”
2.) Next find the GAPPS zip and select it(if you put it on the root of you SD card it should be somewhere near the bottom)
3.) Now just select “Yes” GAPPS will install it's self now. When it is done it will take you back to the screen in step 1 of this step.
**Google Wallet Step** (Skip this if you do not wish to flash Google Wallet.)
4.) Select “choose zip from sdcard”
5.) Next find the Google Wallet zip and select it(if you put it on the root of you SD card it should be somewhere near the bottom)
6.) Now just select “Yes” Google Wallet will install it's self now. When it is done it will take you back to the screen in step 1 of this step.
**Step 6**
Go back to the main screen of ClockworkMod Recovery and choose “reboot system now”. Your fone will reboot it's self. This first reboot can take upto 5 to 10 minutes this is normal. When you fone boots into your new rom follow the on screen directions to see up your Google account. When done reboot your system. Now you are done.
Thanks & Credits:
I would like to thank Koushik Dutta for making Rom Manager and ClockworkMod.
I also would like to thank Vandam500 for his great thread [REF] Complete List of Roms | Kernels | Rooting/Other Guides for Nexus S 4G (CDMA)
And XDA for the How to backup or recover via Nandroid wiki.
10 so this is mine
Good for n00bs. + 1
Follow the leader @corythug
corythug said:
Good for n00bs. + 1
Follow the leader @corythug
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Well I have looked over tons of post ask how to flash a rom so I made this one. Plus this is the only way I can get Google wallet to work on any rom.
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great contribution to the community
Naww. The pro way would be through adb.
This is pointless. Would you like to tell us how to do a battery pull as well?
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Naww. The pro way would be through adb.
This is pointless. Would you like to tell us how to do a battery pull as well?
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no ill leave that to u for your next How To
Shark_On_Land said:
Naww. The pro way would be through adb.
This is pointless. Would you like to tell us how to do a battery pull as well?
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So your saying that you don't know how to do a battery pull?? Haha. I'm kidding, I'm kidding.
Well said instructions OP.
Shark_On_Land said:
Naww. The pro way would be through adb.
This is pointless. Would you like to tell us how to do a battery pull as well?
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I think u would say Fastboot !!!
Shark_On_Land said:
Naww. The pro way would be through adb.
This is pointless. Would you like to tell us how to do a battery pull as well?
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using adb would the expert way. its kewl for the sake of noobs. need small name change in title, but its kewl.
info[]box1 said:
using adb would the expert way. its kewl for the sake of noobs. need small name change in title, but its kewl.
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ty for point out that ADB is the expert way +1 to you. Also ty for you feedback on the title noted and changed
Isn't this info already available in xxx threads and stickies? Nice try though.
And wtf is this in the DEVELOPMENT forum?
OP, ignore the haters. They have nothing else to do but pretend they are pro with a Nexus s
Even though most ppl figure out cwm, Its ddifferent per phone. The x10 used xrecovery, so when I switched phones I was like. . . What is cwm.
When I messed with the Droid 2 and d2global, cwm worked in a whole differant way that could brick phones.
So I think its useful for phones to have there own cement thread, as it WILL help someone who's having a tough time .
If someone's gotta be an arse about a polite attempt to help fellow xda members, get a life and go flame a fanboy thread instead.
Good job op
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Windst said:
OP, ignore the haters. They have nothing else to do but pretend they are pro with a Nexus s
Even though most ppl figure out cwm, Its ddifferent per phone. The x10 used xrecovery, so when I switched phones I was like. . . What is cwm.
When I messed with the Droid 2 and d2global, cwm worked in a whole differant way that could brick phones.
So I think its useful for phones to have there own cement thread, as it WILL help someone who's having a tough time .
If someone's gotta be an arse about a polite attempt to help fellow xda members, get a life and go flame a fanboy thread instead.
Good job op
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Ty very much....but also remember the more haters u have the better ur doin...everyone ol needs haters. I take it as a compliment..cuz u know they want to just like me.
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You've got to be kidding me.
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Ty very much....but also remember the more haters u have the better ur doin...everyone ol needs haters. I take it as a compliment..cuz u know they want to just like me.
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Haha! That's the spirit! Think positive.
+1
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Braneless said:
You've got to be kidding me.
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PLEASE don't feed!!! EGO is big enough...
jralabate said:
Ty very much....but also remember the more haters u have the better ur doin...everyone ol needs haters. I take it as a compliment..cuz u know they want to just like me.
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You are correct sir...
"There are only two kinds of people in the world.
The people who like me and the people who don't, the people who don't, hate me cause they ain't me."
By the way nice write up, and thanks for being a friend in the community.
Though I may not need it there was a time in my life I needed tutorials, and if I want to keep learning the layers of android, I still do, everyone does...
Thanks again!
Thanx for this, i just got my first androind phone this will help in knowing how to properly do it
Basche said:
Thanx for this, i just got my first androind phone this will help in knowing how to properly do it
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I remember you, you were running cm7 since at least September.
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I used Odin to return to stock and when I reinstall packages I get root but no new recovery. Still stuck in 2e unable to flash anything. I have done this many times before with no issues. Anyone have suggestions? I don't want to be stuck with stock! :'(
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You have to reinstall packages 2 times in a row
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Take the SU.zip off your internal and put the CWR.zip on there and reinstall twice. Since you are flashing and only getting root and north custom recovery, that makes me think you are not flashing the CWR zip.
I tried...
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Is there a link to cw zip?
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Google update.zip dl it add it to root and hit reinstall packages 2 times....it really is this simple.
You wont get su with this......but you will have cwr and can flash any rom......getting su
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Google update.zip dl it add it to root and hit reinstall packages 2 times....it really is this simple.
You wont get su with this......but you will have cwr and can flash any rom......getting su
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I have tried that, doesn't work
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Well ive never heard of a cwr.zip. nor one called cwr.zip that is recognized as an update.zip for reinstall packages so good luck.
If that isnt working for you than theres something wrong cuz for 2 years thats the only way ive used
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I think my dropbox links might be working now. Go to my sig and click on CWR and download it. Open folder and put the update.zip (it is 1.7mb and make sure it is labeled Update.zip and not CWR.zip) on the root of your Internal_sd so it the only thing labeled update.zip on there. Make sure you have whatever ROM you are going to flash on your External SD card and know where it is. If you have the Superuser.zip on your internal, then move it off.
Boot into stock recovery (blue) and scroll down to Reinstall Packages. Hit it and let it cycle through. It will come back to stock recovery (blue) . Scroll down and hit it again. It will cycle again but this time it will go from blue to green (CWR) . Scroll down to Install from SD and find your ROM you wanted to flash and hit it. Follow whatever ROM's OP.
If for some reason my links aren't working, go to Noob guide stickied on Q&A and download Option B and follow same directions as above.
Im thinking im loosing it here lmao.... But if im not correct......this is the exact same steps ive given him ....and still.....he says it doesnt work
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cycle again and again...
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I think my dropbox links might be working now. Go to my sig and click on CWR and download it. Open folder and put the update.zip (it is 1.7mb and make sure it is labeled Update.zip and not CWR.zip) on the root of your Internal_sd so it the only thing labeled update.zip on there. Make sure you have whatever ROM you are going to flash on your External SD card and know where it is. If you have the Superuser.zip on your internal, then move it off.
Boot into stock recovery (blue) and scroll down to Reinstall Packages. Hit it and let it cycle through. It will come back to stock recovery (blue) . Scroll down and hit it again. It will cycle again but this time it will go from blue to green (CWR) . Scroll down to Install from SD and find your ROM you wanted to flash and hit it. Follow whatever ROM's OP.
If for some reason my links aren't working, go to Noob guide stickied on Q&A and download Option B and follow same directions as above.
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HI...I did exactly like you said...downloaded the 1.7 Mb update.zip .copied it to the internal memory.moved the ROM zip to the external.rebooted into the blue ..but it keeps coming back ....never get to the green one...tried almost every thing.......don,t want to downgrade back to Eclair 2.1 ..thank any way..really appreciated..