This is just a few of the questions asked many times.
I will keep it updated, it's not perfect right now, but it is a start.
[Q] Why am I getting the Custom Lock Screen and or a Padlock on my screen?
[A] You did not flash the correct CARRIERS kernel for your device.
[Search Hint: custom lock screen, padlock]
[Q] I boot and get the Yellow Triangle Unauthorized Screen.
[A] You did not flash the correct CARRIERS kernel for your device.
[Search Hint: Triangle, Unauthorized]
[Q] Is my device unlocked? Do I need to unlock it before I can flash custom roms?
[A] Only ATT and Verizon have locked bootloaders, ALL OTHERS ARE UNLOCKED.
[Q] I am a noob, where do I begin?
[A] There are many guides to start with, but these 2 are perfect for noobs. READ THEM!
1) [HOW-TO] The All-In-One Root/Backup/Flash Guide - [I337 & I337M]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2314494
2) [GUIDE][INFO] The beginner's info thread (aka. the noob helper)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2301762
[Q] What is loki doki, and what does it do? [FOR ATT & VERIZON ONLY]
[A] It bypasses the Samsung signature/security check to allow the kernel to flash. Kernel and Recovery are checked at boot. So, if you flash loki'd kernel OR loki-doki after rom flash the kernel will boot. Of course the Recoveries are already loki'd, even if they are, flash YOUR loki kernel.(this needs to be done after EVERY rom flash).
[Q] How come I post a question and I do not get many replies?
[A] To get more people responding to your questions, Identify your device in your question. Keep in mind, as the replies start coming, it buries the original post with that info. USE THE USER PROFILE TO LIST YOUR DEVICE FOR EVERY POST! I can not stress how important this option is.
[Q] I try and boot, and it just hangs at the Samsung logo.
[A] In most cases it is just as simple as flashing the correct kernel for YOUR DEVICE.
[Q] I tried flashing with a recovery and I get errors messages flashing.
[A] Check to make sure the file is not corrupt, Try using a differnt recovery method.
[Q] My question is, is there a way to remove the mf3 update?
[A] NO, there is no way to go back from the new MF3 update. There are rooting methods in the forums here, but until a fix is developed, you can not flash custom roms.
MORE WILL BE ADDED!
If any of this helped you...please use the THANKS BUTTON!
mine
Nice. Thanks man your posts have really helped me a lot
watersnatcher said:
Nice. Thanks man your posts have really helped me a lot
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Your welcome, and as I see multiple questions in other forums of the same type, I will add them, kind of a quick ref type area.
Anyone wanting to add to it PM me...I will add it. Or post it here. I will give the proper credit. Thanks.
More help
Any one know what I need to get infinite scroll on a rom I flashed
Related
Hi Guys,
I've got a stock A500 and due to the conflicting reports as to whether Acer will provide an OTA update to Jellybean, I've decided to flash a custom ROM as there as some minor quirks that are starting to bug me.
Anyway, I've found the thread to explain what to do - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1205204 - but it's left me with a couple of questions.
Selection of ROM
I can see at http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1136 there are links to various threads relating to custom ROMs such as CM10 Jellybean, AOKP Jellybean and CM10 Jellytime etc.
1) These have other topics scattered throughout so I was wondering if there's a page that summarises the various JB ROMs out there with a link to their topic page?
2) Without knowing each of the developers, how does one choose which ROM to use? Is there such a thing as a "vanilla/Plain-Jane" JB ROM?
3) Each of these topics have the first post outlining the ROM with a link to the zip file. Does the author update this link in the 1st post if there's update to the ROM or do you need to read through all the posts to see if the author has an updated link?
4) Once you've installed a custom ROM, how do you know if there's updates? Does the Update in Settings work or do you need to manually come back to the topic and see if the zip file is updated?
ROM/Kernel
At http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1205204 it says that you need
external SD card, root rights, unlocked bootloader (if you're on stock ICS), custom recovery and a custom ROM of your choice.
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Yet further down it talks about Custom ROMs and Custom Kernels.
1) What are the differences?
2) What does a Kernel do?
3) Do I need this or just the ROM?
Thanks
PS - Not sure if this topic is better suited to be in http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1136, but since it's a question, the rules say that it should go in the Q&A section.
Hello People,
Let me begin by stating that I am very very new to Android rooting and custom roms (actually, this is my first time ).
I have a SGS2 i9100G. I have attached the screenshot of my phone software details. I have searched on the internet and XDA but am unable to find or maybe understand how to root my device and install CyanogenMod 10 (JB 4.1). Whenever I reach a post which seems like the way to root my device, it talks about firmwares and modems which are different than what my phone has.
I would be very very greatful if someone can sort this for me and provide some links and steps on how can I successfully root my phone and install CM10 (JB 4.1). Thanks a lot already as I know people will start replying in no time
Cheers
Sorry. I think I posted this question in the wrong forum. Please delete it. I am posting it in Q&A.
Sorry, Again. :angel:
Hi, I've been reading through the forums for the past couple days and I just have a few questions about flashing a new ROM to my phone. First of all, I'll start out by saying that I have a new ATT&T Galaxy S4 I337. It is my first Android phone so I'm still getting used to it, but I am fairly technically savvy so I believe I am capable of doing the more complex tasks.
So anyway, I just have a few quick questions. First of all, I wanted to know, if I flash a custom ROM, will I be able to restore my information afterwards from a backup taken through Kies? Such as contacts, calendars, music, apps, accounts, etc? I understand I also need a kernel backup for recovery in case of failure, but will I be able to restore personal data normally?
Next, I was a bit confused about which ROMS will work on my phone and which will not. I see there are a lot more ROMS available for the Verizon version than the AT&T version, but it seems some will work on both. Is this the case? I just want to be safe as to not cause myself unnecessary headache later.
I like the ability to customize, and I liked the idea of the Aroma installer. Are there any ROMS available for the I337 that have the aroma installer built in? Is it possible to use the aroma installer for any ROM? I was a bit confused on this.
Finally, can you guys recomend any particular ROMS? I was looking for something with a fairly stock feel, fully unlocked features and settings and cleaned up bloatware, although maybe not everything. I want something that will run cleanly and smoothly.
Thank you so much, all the information on this site has been so helpful and useful.
I have a guide, and it also has 2 threads for a starting point, check them also, before using my method. I have tested these roms to work with your device...please read the info in my guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2295557
You can ask questions in my thread.
Good luck sir.
Thanks you.
Q&A for [INDEX] Samsung Galaxy S4 i9506 - Recoveries, ROMs, Kernels
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gt-i9506, locked, swedish - Tre
Hi!
Im reading through the info and im stuck trying to figure out what my options are! What i want is a rooted slim rom that i can install xposed on. Any pointers?
Right now im running stock 4.4.2 rooted but it has so much crap installed. Anything else would be better..
TIA
install rom
I can not find tha tutorial to install rom in samsumg s4...
My s4 is root.
Thanks.
Please list custom kernel for GT-I9506, i didn't find any...
galliard said:
Please list custom kernel for GT-I9506, i didn't find any...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701681
omnirom ??
hey guys
if some one now ther ist an omnirom for the i9506
Kitchen
Hello I would like to modify a rom to let my taste, the kitchen and tried to desixda but I is not going well because the model is not supported. I could someone pass the program or softwar to modify and sign, can be both windos as I have debian linux installed.
thank you very much
kernel
Hello i have made an kernel with tweakt default.prop that someone might have use fore?!
Inf: ro.security disabled
Presist.security.ams.Enforcing disabled
Ro.deBuggAble enabled
Ro.adb.secure disabled
and
Presist.Sys.Usb.config=Mtp,adb
Not sure yet but seems the boot is alot faster, and it solved some issues with unable to delete some files on the sd and also some rom files like preinstalled apks and so on
Adb might work now also have not tested... contact me if interested and don't try to edit the default.prop from the phone! It will soft brick and yes its an cwm flashable
How to insall arter97-recovery-i9506-6.59.0.zip?
I've been browsing and searching for the past hour without an answer. I just bought the GT-I9506 and it came installed/updated automatically to android 5.0.1 build DOC5. I can't flash any custom recoveries with Odin, it seemingly succeeds with the flash and comes up with a green PASS, but I'm still left with the stock recovery. I'm thinking the bootloader must be locked, if so, how do I unlock it? How can I root this damn thing?? I would like to install CM12 but it seems impossible right now. Please help.
Thanks for sharing
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Hi there!
Im trying to get answers and i cant find them anywhere!!!
I have the following:
samsung s4 I9506
AP:i9506 xxucnj2
CP:xxucnj1
CSC:i9506telcnj1
4.4.2
kernal:4.4.0-2587343
where i can get stock e330s lollipop kernel flashable zip?thanks
I'm living in Hungary. But there is still no lollipop update. Can i install an other regions official software?
Official lollipop
defcon96 said:
I'm living in Hungary. But there is still no lollipop update. Can i install an other regions official software?
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Yes
But some roms need root to open multi language...
My guarantee on my phone has run out. I have a Galaxy S10+ exynos with one ui 4.1. Where can I start to change the rom and root my phone? Can you recommend me an up to date and safe guide?
Google could have done all of this for you.
PhotonIce said:
Google could have done all of this for you.
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Do you know how many results you will get if you ask google? Not all of them will be valid or up-to-date and it's hard to pick one.
I really don't understand what you're saying. I rooted my first phone thanks to articles on google. They usually don't even have to be up to date. Plus your phone is relavitely new compared to what I had.
Anyways, first look for a guide to unlock your bootloader, that's the first step.
Next, learn how to flash twrp onto your device.
Lastly learn how to flash custom roms onto your device via twrp. Custom roms can be found in your device's dev forum here on xda.
You'll need a pc, the right drivers, minimal adb and fastboot (or odin), and the required files (twrp, custom rom, gapps)
Also, you've posted this into the wrong subforum. This subforum is for rom development, it's where devs post roms. If you want to ask a question or need help then ask in the Q/A subforum.