I'm not too sure how many people know this, but when Kies is downloading your new ROM, you can copy it and put it somewhere on your hard drive for use later on (if necessary).
On my computer (Windows XP) Kies puts the ROM in the temp folder, on my computer, here...
C:\Documents and Settings\Ian\Local Settings\Temp, where Ian is my name on my computer, you go to where all your files are located.
While downloading the new ROM it'sin a temp file called tmp1B2.tmp.
Once it's done, it puts the file in a folder called tmp1B2.tmp.zipfolder
Just copy the file from this folder and paste it anywhere you want.
The file will disappear after your phone is finished upgrading, so make sure you don't wait too long.
Ian
Thanks! Though I don't suppose there is a method of actually getting the firmware WITHOUT actually going through the process of upgrading?
You can also download the firmware straight from Samsung using check fus downloader without even having to run kies.
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anyone else ona mac that cant get on a pc figure out how to do this i wanted to flash via sd card and cant ? i guess soo what am i to do i am already downloading wine/macports/x11/xcode3.1
as directed by
http://davidbaumgold.com/tutorials/wine-mac/#part-5
anyone who acctually knows what they are doing wanna lend a hand i think im almost done waiting on terminal to finish then maybe run the update .exe
i don't have a mac or a tmous but here's my theory.
i'm pretty sure the .exe won't install under wine, however the exe is nothing more than a zip file that can execute itself, so first off i'd try using a mac version of winzip or similar to try open it as an archive, or if that doesn't work, try running winrar in wine and again see if you can open the archive.
(you could even try simply changing the file name from .exe to .zip, see how your compression software reacts.)
once you get it open you can extract ruu_signed.nbh and move on to flashing from sd card.
alternatively, something like bootcamp to boot to a windows install.(go for xp if that's all you're using it for) and then you should certainly be able to unzip the .exe, though i'm uncertain whether you'll be able to usb flash, even from xp.(i know you can't use bootcamp for hspl.)
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ok soo i downloaded the leaked version cause i cant get to download the offical download, but i download the zip file and im runing 10.6.3 (latest) it gets unarchived and i get the exe file and how w ould i extract it just opens up in a txt edit and get the usual symbol jamble.
darwin
just got darwin gonna see how this works
jiggahj said:
just got darwin gonna see how this works
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if you can't find a way to get it opened pm me and i'll temporarily upload the nbh for you. won't be till this evening (uk) though.
awesome
schools out trying to get this update i haven't been sleeping any way ill be up, been on stock 2.10 tmous ROM with iPhone today and or nothing lol and cookieshtediter id love for once to not see everything stop as i get a txt
For those of you who are uncertain of how to use adb commands or are afraid of editing their db check out the link below for more details about the app.
This is a quote from the site below explaining what it is:
"It's a Windows application that lets you sideload apps on ANY Android device, on any carrier, without the Android SDK installed. And you DON'T HAVE TO BE ROOTED"
Sideload Wonder Machine
***Note I am not the developer of this app or have any connection to it other than the fact that I happened to see the post and figured I would spread the word to everyone here. I have tested it on a ATT Captivate (which was already rooted) and it works as described.
so does this mean you can load any .apk file from the web into this Sideloader program and when the Captivate is plugged into the computer it will install it without issues?? and no need for modifying the no-market value settings thru root explorer?
Sticky Needed.
IT WORKS!!!
I tried this program yesterday and can confirm that it works
so its a cleaner way to install apk files into the captivate instead of editing the dbsettings file?? do I just save the apk file to my computer then just plug the captivate into the computer then select the file and run the program?
This lets you sideload any app (.apk file - android app file extension) that you can download on your computer, and it does not require rooting.
You need to download the samsung drivers for the phone (sammy website), upgrade to .net 4 (google search), download the wonder machine program from the beginning of the thread, and turn on usb debugging on the phone (settings>applications>development>usb debugging on)
Download an .apk somewhere on the net (I chose bansai blast as my first one). MOVE THAT FILE INTO THE FOLDER WITH THE UNZIPPED WONDER MACHINE. If you don't then you will get a "loader.bat" not recognized error when you hit go. Next, plug in your phone, pull down the notification tap and mount your sd card to the computer (I know that the instructions on android central say to keep your phone in charge only mode, but then the program will not find your phone if you don't mount the card). On the wonder machine hit choose file, and select the apk file you downloaded (again, in same folder as wonder machine program). Hit ok. Then hit go. It should pull up a dos looking command window and display your serial number (If you have a firewall like zonealarm, be sure to let the program access the net and your trusted zone - serial won't display if you don't) and a "press any key to continue." Do that and it should take a second to say "install successful. press any key..." Check your phone and the app should be in your apps list. Hope this helps, as it took me a while to figure all this out.
droid explorer offers better functionality. still, good find
with droid explorer am I able to copy the dbsettings file directly to my micrsd card then open SQLite from my phone edit and paste back into the origin dbsettings and overwrite it? or does that have to be done thru the comp??
I can confirm too that this program works great.
Sorry for the late responses but here they go:
poulosjr said:
so its a cleaner way to install apk files into the captivate instead of editing the dbsettings file?? do I just save the apk file to my computer then just plug the captivate into the computer then select the file and run the program?
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That is correct, plug in your phone, place the apk anywhere on your comp, and browse for the apk thru the app. this then installs the apk directly into your phone.
poulosjr said:
with droid explorer am I able to copy the dbsettings file directly to my micrsd card then open SQLite from my phone edit and paste back into the origin dbsettings and overwrite it? or does that have to be done thru the comp??
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With this app you do not have to edit the db, the only down side of this app is that you have to install the apks via your comp.
systoxity said:
droid explorer offers better functionality. still, good find
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You are right, with this app you lose a bit of flex ability since this method installs via your comp. But for those people who dont want to edit or use the adb push method it could not get any easier. I personally end up installing apks when i am on the road all the time so i prefer the permanent methods on my phones.
this works awesomely!
just make sure to put the .apk's in the same folder as the sideload program
+1 to this. Not the most convenient method but quick if you have your computer with you
i hate logging into windows. I'd love a mac version!
but I do have this on my windows ( i believe it is an androidcentral.com app ) and i used it a lot until i started messing with my phone and learned about adb.
I just wanted to say thanks for the quick guide. I was concerned about messing around with the db settings and screwing stuff up. I have absolutely NO problem installing non-market apps through my pc--thanks a lot dude!
I've been using it. My phone is unrooted. I used it to add 2 apps. A live wallpaper and a need for speed game demo.
Thanks to all of you !!
by following all that you posted I was able to root with super user , save with rom mgr , load wireless tether which was my goal.
Just to update were i screwed up must remember with super user (update zip) put the whole zip file on phone as a stand alone not in any folder . With side loader must be in the same folder as side loader to work , of course with micro net 4 installed, on the pc and debugging enabled , samsung usb driver installed on pc and superuser must installed to use side loader
thanks for all you help !!!
Found at http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/how-to-install-leaked-mango-7720-rtm-on-your-wp7-device-guide/
First of all, grab the file named “7720.rar” from here.
Follow this Mango beta installation guide. Although you can update straight from Nodo, this way will make the remaining procedure much simpler.
Now we come back to the zip file we downloaded earlier. Extract its contents to a secure place in your computer.
In the extracted contents, look for the Zune beta client and install it.
Make sure that step 2 worked fine and you are now on 7712. Once that has been done, go to the folder you extracted and copy the folder named “RCToRTM”.
Go to “C:\” and paste the folder there.
In the pasted folder, look for a file named “ISVTo7720.bat”. Right-click on it and run as administrator.
This will instigate a flurry of updates, don’t panic if it takes time, it’s supposed to be that way. And if all goes according to plan, you will have Windows Phone 7.5 Mango running on your phone!
last week I tryed the above method but it doesn't work. the update will go wrong when the program is trying to make a backup of you're phone....
you can give it a try, because you will not harm or damge you're phone with the method.
You will destroy your sd card if you try this.
Gone back to android for now then. Awaiting ripe Mango patiently. Thanks.
Here is my guide for FTF back up using Flashtool version 0.9.13.0 for new guys.
This could be used with all Xperia phones running android.
I have used this method starting with Xperia X10a, Xperia S and now Xperia Z1.
1) You have to use Sony Update Service or PC Companion to repair/reinstall your software. You will loose all your data!!! So make a back up of your content.
2) After that done go to C:\Program Files\Sony Mobile\Update Service\db\13740270\blob_fs
and you will see 4 files with name starting FILE_###########, where # - is number that can be anything.
Make sure that they have similar date and time creation. If you had used SUS before,just delete folder db to make sure there no other files from previous updates, because it will screw your phone up.
3) Copy those 4 files to a folder you name anything you like somewhere on desktop for easy locating it later on.
4) Then go on and install latest Flashtool.
5) Once it is intalled, just open Flashtool, navigate to Tools tab, select SEUS decrypt. Now for source folder navigate to those 4 files you have previously copied. Four files should appear on left side, highlight them and press "->" , Now those 4 files should move to right side. To complete this step press Convert.
6) In status window you can see what is happening. It can take some time depending on your PC.
7) New window will pop up once decrypting is done.
8) This step will create FTF bundle. Fill up information on Device, Branding, and Version.
9) Move all files from left box to the right (highlight and press ->) and then press Create.You can take a 5 min break.
10) After Flashtool finished bundle creation go to C:\Flashtool\firmwares to locate FTF back up you have made.
Hope that helps!
If you have any further questions just ask, I will do my best to answer it.
This is good, so in this way I will be able to extract from my phone the entire system? A backup of my Z1?
eclyptos said:
This is good, so in this way I will be able to extract from my phone the entire system? A backup of my Z1?
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It doesn't extract system files from phone.
It uses official Sony update service files that would be legit to customization that you have on your phone; so that if anything happens you can revert to it.
If you use this method your phone will be wiped clean.
I posted this instruction because I seen few members asking for instruction on forum.
Just sharing....
I think you can use PC Companion instead of SUS.
I can't check now, but when I created ftf myself all needed files were in
C:\ProgramData\Sony Ericsson\Update Engine\db\(numbers)\blob_fs
after PC Companion says reboot your phone.
After coping files to other folder, you can close PC Companion
My data wasn't deleted since I didn't need to reinstall software.
There's more files than 4.... And file name start from ICON_##########. Couldn't find FILE_########
please help me on this.
RyokoN said:
I think you can use PC Companion instead of SUS.
I can't check now, but when I created ftf myself all needed files were in
C:\ProgramData\Sony Ericsson\Update Engine\db\(numbers)\blob_fs
after PC Companion says reboot your phone.
After coping files to other folder, you can close PC Companion
My data wasn't deleted since I didn't need to reinstall software.
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Yes you can use both SUS and PC Companion.
eranda84 said:
There's more files than 4.... And file name start from ICON_##########. Couldn't find FILE_########
please help me on this.
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Arrange files by size FILE_############## should come up first, since its size larger then any of ICON_##############.
Before you perform update make sure you delete contents of db folder.
This will eliminate possibility to pick wrong ones.
zimbashka said:
Arrange files by size FILE_############## should come up first, since its size larger then any of ICON_##############.
Before you perform update make sure you delete contents of db folder.
This will eliminate possibility to pick wrong ones.
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no file name FILE_########. all are ICON_########
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no file name FILE_########. all are ICON_########
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Have you reinstalled software on your phone using SUS or PC companion?
FILE_########### would not be there until it is downloaded to your computer and your phone updates/reinstalls software.
If you disconnect phone before it starts updating, there a chance that those FILE_########## would get corrupted or not completely downloaded. If you try to use corrupted FILE_########## then you will screw up your phone (soft brick) when trying to use it as back up.
Keep in mind that repair/reinstalling software will factory reset your phone and you will lose everything stored on internal memory (SD card will be as it was).
eranda84 said:
no file name FILE_########. all are ICON_########
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It should be in there. Either it has got/been deleted or the updates have not been downloaded at all.
zimbashka said:
Have you reinstalled software on your phone using SUS or PC companion?
FILE_########### would not be there until it is downloaded to your computer and your phone updates/reinstalls software.
If you disconnect phone before it starts updating, there a chance that those FILE_########## would get corrupted or not completely downloaded. If you try to use corrupted FILE_########## then you will screw up your phone (soft brick) when trying to use it as back up.
Keep in mind that repair/reinstalling software will factory reset your phone and you will lose everything stored on internal memory (SD card will be as it was).
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The encrypted files will not be deleted till they are downloaded completely provided you have not closed the PC Companion software. If you close that software then the update starts getting downloaded from the begening. Also, PC companion saves the data in the blob_fs folder on a continous basis.
Hello every one let me just thank all of you in advance. I just picked up a unlocked Samsung Galaxy Note 3 it was a tmobile phone.
My plan is to root the phone so that i can then down load the DarkLord ROM making my Note 3 into a Note 5.
have downloaded all the appropriate file to do this but the issue i am having is Odin will not recognize or find any of my downloaded files when I choose PDA on Odin I have tried re downloading creating folders and even using a different laptop..... I have all the right Samsung drivers and phone is detected I just can find the file.
I lap top is a Dell running Windows 7
Thank you!
As long as the rec9very has .tar on it, should be readable by odin
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Is the file located on your computer? The file cannot be located on the phone's internal memory or an SD card inserted in the phone.
audit13 said:
Is the file located on your computer? The file cannot be located on the phone's internal memory or an SD card inserted in the phone.
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the file is saved on my computer, like I said I even downloaded on a different computer...no luck
try a different version of odin and place your file on desktop. After that if you still cant find the file, you should try another one or flash a custom recovery straight on it
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try a different version of odin and place your file on desktop. After that if you still cant find the file, you should try another one or flash a custom recovery straight on it
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I just downloaded the latest Odin and also moved files to desktop and still they are not found
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I just downloaded the latest Odin and also moved files to desktop and still they are not found
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Can you take a screenshot of this file ?
download samsung USB drivers and install it.. try this one CLICK HERE
and enable developer mode on your phone then check USB Debugging
Settings>General>Developer Option
if developer option was not yet enabled, just go to About device and touch multiple times the Build number