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Updating the Galaxy Tab to the latest firmware !

Hey guys
I'm running the P1000JXJJ1, FroYo JPJJ2 firmware on my Tab, and samfirmware states P1000JVJL1 is the latest one !
so I was advised NOT to use KIES, and ODIN was better !!
My tab is rooted with OCLF set, Just a quick question, Odin will delete all my data and also I believe that I'd have to re-ROOT the device right?
another question is since I didn't have market out of the box, the product sales code has been changed to XSG.
thanks a lot guys in advance
Cheers
Jackie

if u use oclf, undo oclf b4 update firmware, kies or odin works fine for me, i'll only use odin when i screw up with my tab

and will I have to re root the device and also will ODIN delete all my data?

Hi,
searching for something else I accidentily found this thread.
Maybe my experince might be of any interest: got the galaxy tab 3 days ago, installed KIES and instantly got a message to update the firmware to Froyo JK5. I followed the suggestion to save my data which I regret later, because it took very long (had already copied a lot of videos to the internal sd) and couldn´t stop it. To cut it short:
the update was successful and nothing deleted, just everything in place. Also synchronized Outlook contacts, though at 96% it got stuck - waited a few minutes, then broke up and all contacts had been transferred fine.
(don´t know, if firmware is different for other countries...)

Odin will not delete your data if you did not choose to repartition, no need to use pit file to repartition if you are just upgrading fw from the same region..safest is still via KIES

To correct some mis-information from above. Flashing with Odin can delete your data, it depends on what components are included in the image you flash. If you flash an official ROM with Kies you should not loose your data but there is always a risk of an issue occurring during any flash that could lead to data loss. Unless you flash a pre-rooted custom ROM you will loose root and SU during a flash. These can be re-applied easily to the SGT using the Super One-Click method.
Redardless of what flashing method you use, if you use RyanZA's OCLF you must undo the lag fix before you flash, otherwise you will certainly loose data and possibly end up with a corrupt system that won't boot (I had first hand experience of this early on in my flashing days with my SGS!). You shouldn't really need to apply a lagfix to the SGT as it doesn't seem to suffer from the same lag as the SGS.
Finally, flashing with Odin can lead to product code being changed, especially if the ROM you flash isn't intended for the normal product code of your device. There are various ways to restore your poduct code, look in the Samsung Galaxy S forums for suggestions on how to do this as the basic construction of the ROMs is very similar between the two devices from that point of view. Also, be aware that people with SGS devices have reported loosing their IMEI while flashing with Odin. If this happens you will end up with a WiFi only device unless you backed up your /efs folder before you flashed. There's lots of info in the SGS forums about this and it's worth a read if you are new to flashing. I haven't heard of anyone with a SGT loosing their IMEI yet but it's worth taking precautions.
Happy flashing folks!!

thanks a bunch guys, I'm now running the latest version !!
was just trying to install the latest gingerbread theme from the forums !! will let you all know how that went

hi guyz,..
im from malaysia and currently using galaxy S and galaxy sl for my wife (not tabs) but i've been request by my brother who owned the galaxy tabs to upgrade it since i had some knowledge..
currently his tabs running on 2.2 stock asia version.and i wanted to flash the latest version 2.3.3 europe edition since i saw many custom rom on it..i've download the latest firmware that is P1000DXJPE ## via samfirmware.com and could not find any pit,csc and modem file..
my question,
1. am i missing something here?
2. is it possible to flash without pit,csc and modem?
3. i know how to flash the file using pda since i've done it with my SGSL but before that i need to flash another old version firmware to used it.is it the same with galaxy tabs?

azamnecrone said:
hi guyz,..
im from malaysia and currently using galaxy S and galaxy sl for my wife (not tabs) but i've been request by my brother who owned the galaxy tabs to upgrade it since i had some knowledge..
currently his tabs running on 2.2 stock asia version.and i wanted to flash the latest version 2.3.3 europe edition since i saw many custom rom on it..i've download the latest firmware that is P1000DXJPE ## via samfirmware.com and could not find any pit,csc and modem file..
my question,
1. am i missing something here?
2. is it possible to flash without pit,csc and modem?
3. i know how to flash the file using pda since i've done it with my SGSL but before that i need to flash another old version firmware to used it.is it the same with galaxy tabs?
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Go to the Android Development section.
Look up Overcome and BOCA for the Galaxy Tab. Both a great however I prefer BOCA. The current release is 2.3.4 but 2.3.7 is in the works.
If you follow the instructions for BOCA you will have a GTab that feels like it was newly born again.

boxhead72 said:
Go to the Android Development section.
Look up Overcome and BOCA for the Galaxy Tab. Both a great however I prefer BOCA. The current release is 2.3.4 but 2.3.7 is in the works.
If you follow the instructions for BOCA you will have a GTab that feels like it was newly born again.
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thanks dude!
so i dont need to flash stock gingerbread 2.3.3 to used this custom rom?a bit confuse here...

boxhead72 said:
Go to the Android Development section.
Look up Overcome and BOCA for the Galaxy Tab. Both a great however I prefer BOCA. The current release is 2.3.4 but 2.3.7 is in the works.
If you follow the instructions for BOCA you will have a GTab that feels like it was newly born again.
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Yes. Follow the instructions on the magrathea site or overcome
Use overcome instructions to instal stock GB 5. It tells you the pit and modem to use for your tab.
Then install the overcome kernel and reboot. It will root the tab and format the storage.
Then you install the Boca zip over the overcome kernel.
If you just want overcomes Rom follow their instructions. They make it simple
Sent from my GT-P1000 using XDA App

is that all??hmm,
will try donload all the files 1st,then i will try
thanks guyz for da info..
so i dont need to flash stock rom like i always do with my SGS before installing any custom rom?

So I wanna Root my phone, i need help!

I currently have a Samsung Galaxy S GT i9000M Model and I wanna root it so I can have the newest firmware and cool features etc...
I have Odin installed and I know how to make my phone is detected in ODIN via USB (in download mode)
Before going any further and destroying my phone I wanna know some step by step for rooting my phone.
Like , I know nothing of the process... Could someone provide some good recent tutorial with the newest (not Beta) firmware I can get ?
My phone is currently 100% Stock.
Let me know If you have any advices, or good links to provide me...
N/B. Obviously I did some researchs... All I found so far are tutorials that says like : Your phone must be already running X.XX version (which are not supported on the s1) and be Rooted. Nothing really helpful for my stock galaxy.
Thx in advance

cyboirette said:
I currently have a Samsung Galaxy S GT i9000M Model and I wanna root it so I can have the newest firmware and cool features etc...
I have Odin installed and I know how to make my phone is detected in ODIN via USB (in download mode)
Before going any further and destroying my phone I wanna know some step by step for rooting my phone.
Like , I know nothing of the process... Could someone provide some good recent tutorial with the newest (not Beta) firmware I can get ?
My phone is currently 100% Stock.
Let me know If you have any advices, or good links to provide me...
N/B. Obviously I did some researchs... All I found so far are tutorials that says like : Your phone must be already running X.XX version (which are not supported on the s1) and be Rooted. Nothing really helpful for my stock galaxy.
Thx in advance
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if you are a new member read the stickies first, that's how forums work
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1379853
[HOWTO] [REF] [FAQ] [Guides] [Tutorials] Flash/Root/ADB/ROM [MUST READ!]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=723596

Yeah for rooting I think its best to leave someone alone for that, if you can't figure out how to root the phone then you should prob not be messing with it in the first place.
Just read the sticky notes and they are pretty easy to explain how to do it.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=788108
yes,good luck.

cyboirette said:
I currently have a Samsung Galaxy S GT i9000M Model and I wanna root it so I can have the newest firmware and cool features etc...
I have Odin installed and I know how to make my phone is detected in ODIN via USB (in download mode)
Before going any further and destroying my phone I wanna know some step by step for rooting my phone.
Like , I know nothing of the process... Could someone provide some good recent tutorial with the newest (not Beta) firmware I can get ?
My phone is currently 100% Stock.
Let me know If you have any advices, or good links to provide me...
N/B. Obviously I did some researchs... All I found so far are tutorials that says like : Your phone must be already running X.XX version (which are not supported on the s1) and be Rooted. Nothing really helpful for my stock galaxy.
Thx in advance
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I have a M version and i can tell you, it doesnt matter. All canadian models of phones are VERY close to international, so you can use all their guides.
So to root:
1. Download either devil kernel or semaphore .tar file from respective threads. Flash them under PDA in odin, no re-partition. Leave everything else.
2. Your phone will not boot, DONT WORRY. Since recoveries are packaged with the kernel on this phone, all we are after is the custom recovery. We dont need the phone to boot.
3. Download Cyanogenmod 9 nightly/rc2. They are virtually bug free and not beta.
4. Flash it from your custom recovery!
5. Now when you flash cm9, it will change your baseband. You will have horrid signal, so flash back to a KG3 modem. You can find it, there is a big thread. And if the modem says nexus s cm7/9, its okay, it will work.
6. Wipe Data/factory Reset from recovery.
7. Have fun with it

SAMSUNG Blocked wifi on kitkat 4.4.2 stock roms???

Hello 2 all !
i use the stock roms for my S4 ,most offen i use kitkat 4.4.2 versions.Today i reflash my phone and i get this stupid msg on notification : '
""Security notice' stating - 'your device's security has blocked an action that is not permitted. No further action is required'"" .. and this one is blocking the wifi to off, and i cant get it to ON the button rest grey after rom booted. .
I reflash many time with diffrent roms versions (only kk 4 4 2 from sammobile) the probl is the same on every rom i flash !!
I think is releate with KNOX crap but im not sure ,The only way to have wifi on kitkat again is to flash another kernel after i flash the stock rom !!! I really need help with that because i need some stock version for daily use.
I try kies ....same results.... i try odin..same results ...wifi dont start ! I delete wpa_supplicant from data/misc/wifi ..nothing.... no wifi ! Most of all when i open kies to reflash new firmware it say kies NO SUPPORT for youre model any more !! whtf???? i use to reflash with kies many time for fix trubles,and now...no suppot this model ??
I so many users with this problem but NO FIX for it !
Pls... if anyone can fix this or post an solution, i really apreciate for it .
My phone is S4 GT-I9515 and i use the stock rom 4.4.2 - I9515XXU1AND3_I9515YJV1ANE1_XSG
Pls .....any help ??

Here's the stock i9515 firmware: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/GT-I9515/
Maybe try a stock 5.01 firmware?

audit13 said:
Here's the stock i9515 firmware: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/GT-I9515/
Maybe try a stock 5.01 firmware?
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You miss my point ..is stock firmware kitkat who has this problem, i flash 4.4.2.KK .....5.01 LP ,all stock roms!,the wifi is still stuck on grey button and when i try to activate it come up that notification pop with : Your phones security has blocked an action that is not permitted. No further action is required.! ...

jean_pulbere said:
Hello 2 all !
i use the stock roms for my S4 ,most offen i use kitkat 4.4.2 versions.Today i reflash my phone and i get this stupid msg on notification : '
""Security notice' stating - 'your device's security has blocked an action that is not permitted. No further action is required'"" .. and this one is blocking the wifi to off, and i cant get it to ON the button rest grey after rom booted. .
I reflash many time with diffrent roms versions (only kk 4 4 2 from sammobile) the probl is the same on every rom i flash !!
I think is releate with KNOX crap but im not sure ,The only way to have wifi on kitkat again is to flash another kernel after i flash the stock rom !!! I really need help with that because i need some stock version for daily use.
I try kies ....same results.... i try odin..same results ...wifi dont start ! I delete wpa_supplicant from data/misc/wifi ..nothing.... no wifi ! Most of all when i open kies to reflash new firmware it say kies NO SUPPORT for youre model any more !! whtf???? i use to reflash with kies many time for fix trubles,and now...no suppot this model ??
I so many users with this problem but NO FIX for it !
Pls... if anyone can fix this or post an solution, i really apreciate for it .
My phone is S4 GT-I9515 and i use the stock rom 4.4.2 - I9515XXU1AND3_I9515YJV1ANE1_XSG
Pls .....any help ??
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jean_pulbere said:
You miss my point ..is stock firmware kitkat who has this problem, i flash 4.4.2.KK .....5.01 LP ,all stock roms!,the wifi is still stuck on grey button and when i try to activate it come up that notification pop with : Your phones security has blocked an action that is not permitted. No further action is required.! ...
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I do not think I missed the point. Your original post only mentions KK but not LP which is why I suggested LP. The last line of your original post even states the ROM in use on the phone.

audit13 said:
I do not think I missed the point. Your original post only mentions KK but not LP which is why I suggested LP. The last line of your original post even states the ROM in use on the phone.
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Ok ,my engl is not so good so maibe i im not make my self clear .. I use the rom posted in the last line ,for daily use till now... today i wanted to relflash the same rom and surpeise ,it comme up with that problem . I reflash many time bot not working again...so i decide to reflash diffrent version of stocks rom....Kitkat and Lolipop... and with no succes because that erorre is still present and wifi is still stuck on any rom i flash! I

No worries. Thank you for clarifying the situation. Your English is fine.
I don't know which version of Odin you are using but I always use Odin 3.07 because I have never had a problem with 3.07.
Do you have a pit file for your phone? Flashing the pit file with the stock ROM in Odin might solve the problem.

jean_pulbere said:
Ok ,my engl is not so good so maibe i im not make my self clear .. I use the rom posted in the last line ,for daily use till now... today i wanted to relflash the same rom and surpeise ,it comme up with that problem . I reflash many time bot not working again...so i decide to reflash diffrent version of stocks rom....Kitkat and Lolipop... and with no succes because that erorre is still present and wifi is still stuck on any rom i flash! I
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This is coz KNOX blocked the wifi access.
SOLUTION:
1. Flash via ODIN the latest android 4.4.2 version to your device: THIS ONE.
2. Root it via ODIN with CF-Autoroot.
3. Using Root Explorer (for example) delete all the KNOX entries: GUIDE.
4. Reboot your device. You should have wifi now. Install TRIANGLE AWAY and reset your flash counter to complete the job. Done.

Joku1981 said:
This is coz KNOX blocked the wifi access.
SOLUTION:
1. Flash via ODIN the latest android 4.4.2 version to your device: THIS ONE.
2. Root it via ODIN with CF-Autoroot.
3. Using Root Explorer (for example) delete all the KNOX entries: GUIDE.
4. Reboot your device. You should have wifi now. Install TRIANGLE AWAY and reset your flash counter to complete the job. Done.
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I really apreciate your help,lets try to see what happen" )) In this moment the only way to use wifi is because i flash other kernel (Googy_max3 patched for my phone model) so...let"s try and i ll commeback with news,thx very much again!

Joku1981 said:
This is coz KNOX blocked the wifi access.
SOLUTION:
1. Flash via ODIN the latest android 4.4.2 version to your device: THIS ONE.
2. Root it via ODIN with CF-Autoroot.
3. Using Root Explorer (for example) delete all the KNOX entries: GUIDE.
4. Reboot your device. You should have wifi now. Install TRIANGLE AWAY and reset your flash counter to complete the job. Done.
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And the answer is ......... NO ((( Same problem same notification NO WIFI ,the button is still grey (( it s start to make it me crazy this crap ..grrrr... is there any way to get ONLY the kernel ,stock kernel for my firmware ??? maibe if i flash separate will fix it ...i was think about that because if if flash the googy_max3 patched it works ...so may be an kernel probl ??? ((

jean_pulbere said:
And the answer is ......... NO ((( Same problem same notification NO WIFI ,the button is still grey (( it s start to make it me crazy this crap ..grrrr... is there any way to get ONLY the kernel ,stock kernel for my firmware ??? maibe if i flash separate will fix it ...i was think about that because if if flash the googy_max3 patched it works ...so may be an kernel probl ??? ((
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Install this APP and add screenshots pls.

You mentioned that you tried kies in your post but Kies didn't support your phone. It could be that the updated ROM is supported in Samsung's smart switch.
http://www.samsung.com/us/smart-switch/

audit13 said:
No worries. Thank you for clarifying the situation. Your English is fine.
I don't know which version of Odin you are using but I always use Odin 3.07 because I have never had a problem with 3.07.
Do you have a pit file for your phone? Flashing the pit file with the stock ROM in Odin might solve the problem.
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i try flashing with all odin version included 3.07 but is not odin probl...is something in my phone that bloked wifi in kernel or something..knox..security polices i dont have any clue how to fix it...i flash phone from years..many models..but never happen like this...i dont hv any explication. kies not support my phone model but till now it was supported.. i try it with the other soft recomandate from kies and surprise..not support for my model !! im really f..k up...pfff... what du you say about pit file??? i dont hv that file..where to search and how to use??

Joku1981 said:
Install this APP and add screenshots pls.
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i know the apk for phone info...what do you want to see ?? i make the screenshot at ..what??

audit13 said:
You mentioned that you tried kies in your post but Kies didn't support your phone. It could be that the updated ROM is supported in Samsung's smart switch.
http://www.samsung.com/us/smart-switch/
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i told you ..till now i repair my stock with kies or smart swich...many time i do that.so ..today when i instaled kies and open..surpriseeee..my model not suported!! i install smart swich..open...surpriseee..your device not supported!!..whtf !??

incredibile...i extracted modem.bin and wifi modem from stock firmware..flashed ...no success again....im in a point break...no clue what to do. i bet is something related to security ..but not sure..because of notificatiin mesage...security block bla bla...... triangleaway was reseting my flash counter knox disable delete..rooted...all works but not the damn wifi...samsung i hate you!! (

jean_pulbere said:
incredibile...i extracted modem.bin and wifi modem from stock firmware..flashed ...no success again....im in a point break...no clue what to do. i bet is something related to security ..but not sure..because of notificatiin mesage...security block bla bla...... triangleaway was reseting my flash counter knox disable delete..rooted...all works but not the damn wifi...samsung i hate you!! (
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Try a custom rom.

Lennyz1988 said:
Try a custom rom.
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Finnaly the probl is fixed !!!!! pffffff... i flash with odin 10.7 the lolipop stock rom 5.0 ,after full instal, go to recovery stock and wipe factory reset wipe chache ,reboot download mode and flash again 4.4.2 kit kat,roted instal twrp and ..gere you go all function back to normal ! ))) pfffhiuuu ... thx for helping me guys ! Btw ...i still search for stock 4.4.2 kernel ... pls post link if you know !

Need help with my Note 3.. can I use stock kernel with a custom ROM ?

Hey guys ..
I need a real help here.. since I'd neither rooted a phone nor installed a custom ROM before.. Its also my first thread here in xda :laugh:
and I'm now about to do so with a used "Note 3 N9005" which I've bought recently.. now I want to install the "Phronseis latest Note 5 Marshmallow ROM port"
knowing that this device condition now is "Official and not rooted" with the latest official Lollipop 5.0 from Samsung via OTA update.. and the Knox is tripped showing "0x1 (4)" in the bootloader..
My problem now is that when I've read the step by step guide of the installation process I found myself lost because of some terms that I have no idea about which made me afraid of messing the things up or bricking the phone :crying:.. for example they talked about the "kernel" and I don't know if I could just ignore this part and go through the steps resulting in installing that ROM with the stock kernel??
and all that brings other questions to my mind :
1-what exactly should I do to get this phone from this official state to the desired one?
2-what about the battery life and screen on time? will it be affected by that ROM or the kernel that going to be used with it??
3-will I be able to go back to official state anytime later by flashing the official Kitkat ROM with Odin for example?
4-will this thing change my IMEI or CSC and if it does will it be irreversible?
Any help is appreciated but please there is no room to give "opinions".. because in my condition I need "facts" :good:..
Thank you in advance

A rom has instructions start by reading them .
You can revert to stock by flashing via Odin.
Facts there are a number of faqs and stickies.
Opinion unless you understand the basics flash nothing.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-3/general/samsung-galaxy-note-3-sticky-roll-t3237249
Rule 1 backup EFS
Rule 2 read the instructions .
Rule 3 Understand the instructions .
Regarding the rom you want to flash all the details re kernel etc are in the OP page 1.
Sent from my SM-N920C using XDA-Developers mobile app

Root
Install custom recovery
Use custom recovery to backup your current rom.
Install custom rom as per instructions .

should I root my Galaxy Y S5360 ? it's Stuck on Samsung logo and Bootloop

Hello,
I don't know why my Samsung Galaxy Y, stopped suddenly from working. It restarted and since that day its still stucked on the samsung logo.
I checked on the net before posting this thread and I saw people advicing to hold the Home + volume (up) + On/Off button and try to do wipe data/factory reset.
I did that but nothing changed it still stuck.
Should I root it or there is another option ?
Which tutorial do you suggest me if I have to root it ? there are too many.
Where can I get a rom ? don't tell me sammobile please, because I need the french rom, I checked sam mobile and it's not free, I need something free and on sam mobile you should pay to get the ROM , i can post the link cuz i am a new member but if you go to sammobile and you add /firmwares/galaxy-y/GT-S5360/XEF/ you will find that you should pay to get it.
don't samsung has a free site to download all roms ?
Do you suggest me a custom or original rom ? Are customs roms safe ? I prefere to start by original one, but can you tell me what custom rom may give me as advantage.
Thanks a lot to any of you who can help me

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JustGreat said:
Hello,
I don't know why my Samsung Galaxy Y, stopped suddenly from working. It restarted and since that day its still stucked on the samsung logo.
I checked on the net before posting this thread and I saw people advicing to hold the Home + volume (up) + On/Off button and try to do wipe data/factory reset.
I did that but nothing changed it still stuck.
Should I root it or there is another option ?
Which tutorial do you suggest me if I have to root it ? there are too many.
Where can I get a rom ? don't tell me sammobile please, because I need the french rom, I checked sam mobile and it's not free, I need something free and on sam mobile you should pay to get the ROM , i can post the link cuz i am a new member but if you go to sammobile and you add /firmwares/galaxy-y/GT-S5360/XEF/ you will find that you should pay to get it.
don't samsung has a free site to download all roms ?
Do you suggest me a custom or original rom ? Are customs roms safe ? I prefere to start by original one, but can you tell me what custom rom may give me as advantage.
Thanks a lot to any of you who can help me
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The site UpDato has lots of stock ROMs, which you can try flashing e.g. with Odin.
https://updato.com/
Custom ROMs can breathe new life into old hardware. They often have minor (sometimes major) bugs, so it's a matter of trying them out to find one that suits. (I don't suggest experimenting with your main phone as you might end up bricking it.)

JustGreat said:
Hello,
I don't know why my Samsung Galaxy Y, stopped suddenly from working. It restarted and since that day its still stucked on the samsung logo.
I checked on the net before posting this thread and I saw people advicing to hold the Home + volume (up) + On/Off button and try to do wipe data/factory reset.
I did that but nothing changed it still stuck.
Should I root it or there is another option ?
Which tutorial do you suggest me if I have to root it ? there are too many.
Where can I get a rom ? don't tell me sammobile please, because I need the french rom, I checked sam mobile and it's not free, I need something free and on sam mobile you should pay to get the ROM , i can post the link cuz i am a new member but if you go to sammobile and you add /firmwares/galaxy-y/GT-S5360/XEF/ you will find that you should pay to get it.
don't samsung has a free site to download all roms ?
Do you suggest me a custom or original rom ? Are customs roms safe ? I prefere to start by original one, but can you tell me what custom rom may give me as advantage.
Thanks a lot to any of you who can help me
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The site UpDato has lots of stock ROMs, which you can try flashing e.g. with Odin.
https://updato.com/
Custom ROMs can breathe new life into old hardware. They often have minor (sometimes major) bugs, so it's a matter of trying them out to find one that suits. (I don't suggest experimenting with your main phone as you might end up bricking it.)

Laugh2 said:
The site UpDato has lots of stock ROMs, which you can try flashing e.g. with Odin.
https://updato.com/
Custom ROMs can breathe new life into old hardware. They often have minor (sometimes major) bugs, so it's a matter of trying them out to find one that suits. (I don't suggest experimenting with your main phone as you might end up bricking it.)
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I couldn't get my Galaxy Y to work using the Stock ROM for my region even after flashing with Odin several times. The correct ISP logo appeared but wouldn't go further. Also the Android Stock recovery would overwrite both TWRP and CWM.
After trying a few Custom ROMs I settled on: [ROM][CM11][4.4.4][Port]Xperia Honami Material Themed ROM Samsung Galaxy Y GT-S5360 which can be found at:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-y/development/rom-material-xperia-themed-rom-samsung-t3268818
At first the ROM was exceeding slow to boot and the GSM phone wouldn't work although WiFi worked well and I could connect to the internet. Both the slow boot and the GSM phone were fixed by getting the correct modem and CSC for my region by unpacking the Stock ROM using Odinatrix (because 7zip and others couldn't) then flashing the CSC and Modem files using Odin. Also a SIM card had to be installed.
The phone now works like a charm, better than ever before. There are just few improvements to make it brilliant (to my eyes at least). This is a great Custom ROM - my thanks to the developer(s)!