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is it possible to root the SGSII without flashing the kernel?

Nope Sorry.

Janek566 said:
Nope Sorry.
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ok
then is it possible to unlock for free without root?
I just got a new SGSII and I don't want to have a big yellow exclamation mark my current one has

Then buy a £2 MicroUSB "jig" from eBay - that will clear it.

what do you mean "unlock without root?"
also there is a solution to exclamation mark if you flash custom kernels.

viper98 said:
ok
then is it possible to unlock for free without root?
I just got a new SGSII and I don't want to have a big yellow exclamation mark my current one has
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No you need root.
Flash CF root, then flash back your stock kernel, you will still have root but without the yellow warning triangle.

veyka said:
No you need root.
Flash CF root, then flash back your stock kernel, you will still have root but without the yellow warning triangle.
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how to I backup my stock kernel?

No need to, just make a note of what kernel you're using, then download it from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278

1. It is not possible to root without flashing kernal
But you can update firmware to newest one via ODIN
2. You can unlock without rooting... Its called paying for the unlock code
Free is only through rooting
3. And why have you got another one if you already have a SGS2 ??????
Is that you are hooked on to rooting and bricking

tfn said:
1. It is not possible to root without flashing kernal
But you can update firmware to newest one via ODIN
2. You can unlock without rooting... Its called paying for the unlock code
Free is only through rooting
3. And why have you got another one if you already have a SGS2 ??????
Is that you are hooked on to rooting and bricking
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The screen was driving me crazy
the blue tint on it was so bad at off angle viewing
this one is much MUCH better
check out the difference
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I consider myself to be a bit of a videophile so having this was just eating away at my soul

You do know that updates fixed a bunch of colour temp issues right?

seshmaru said:
You do know that updates fixed a bunch of colour temp issues right?
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this isn't a color temp issue
it's the coating on the screen

ok so I flashed XKWDD_insecure through Odin
that went fine
but now when I'm trying to root with super 1 click it keeps locking up at step #5
anyone know what's going wrong?

Just flash CF-Root kernel and you're done.
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If you gotten a new SGS2, should that not have come with the latest firmware version of that phone, in such a case, would rooting with CF-root not be better?

MS. said:
Just flash CF-Root kernel and you're done.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14283383&postcount=3
how do I know which file to get?

viper98 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14283383&postcount=3
how do I know which file to get?
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go to applications > settings > phone information
and note down the kernel version. (look at the KE, KF1/2/3 etc)
and compare that to the ones in that topic. Pick the one that is like it, or almost like it.
Here is the full Thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399

Syrellaris said:
go to applications > settings > phone information
and note down the kernel version.
and compare that to the ones in that topic. Pick the one that is like it, or almost like it.
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but since I've already changed the kernel thru odin wont that information already be skewed?

Well if you didn't note down your stock kernel and flashed a completely different one into it, then you have a problem. Im still very much new to android systems and XDA. (i registed today, but I lurked and read and researched for several days)
But, I think you can just grab one of the latest ones but I think some more experienced users here can give you a better answer on that matter.

Syrellaris said:
Well if you didn't note down your stock kernel and flashed a completely different one into it, then you have a problem. Im still very much new to android systems and XDA. (i registed today, but I lurked and read and researched for several days)
But, I think you can just grab one of the latest ones but I think some more experienced users here can give you a better answer on that matter.
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heh I think I got it working
thanks for the help guys
I just downloaded the first file on the list
flashed it and it gave me superuser access
then I got Galaxy_S Unlock and it successfully unlocked my phone

Hey, Honor 5X (KIW L24) Gets the Mashmellow Update in the US

Starting today, we are pleased to begin rolling out the highly anticipated Marshmallow update in the US. As part of this update, Honor 5X will also be receiving EMUI 4.0.

Is there anyway to force update it? Update is not showing up when I manually check in settings.
Super pumped to take marshmallow for a spin

I haven't been able to update either... I guess we just have to wait.

Update does not appear here too!

More: http://www.hihonor.com/us/blogs/honor-5x-gets-the-marshmallow-update/130547/

Forced update dial code *#*#2846579158#*#* does not work, fyi...

Between here, Honors' .com site and their US Facebook,
I don't see a Single user reporting the update.
Edit: I see one on Facebook, lol

If anyone gets the update or finds a download link please post here.

In the Facebook thread there's a guy named Mario who got it. The only confirmed one to get it so far if you guys want to try and teach him how to capture the OTA.

Will the update boot on a custom recovery?
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garymachete said:
Will the update boot on a custom recovery?
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I think you will end up stuck at boot logo. You'll probably want to return to stock first.
Has anyone received this update yet? Seems like a unicorn.

Hopefully someone will make a twrp flasheable zip right away. If not I will try by flashing stock recovery and see what happens. ?

jordant2 said:
I think you will end up stuck at boot logo. You'll probably want to return to stock first.
Has anyone received this update yet? Seems like a unicorn.
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While I have some American here with this phone. Im trying to get andriod pay to work. I was wonder if we used the NFC sim card from Verizon which is made with mobile payments in mind, would the phone recognize it. If anyone has an leads on this, can you please point me in the right direction?

sergiob1 said:
While I have some American here with this phone. Im trying to get andriod pay to work. I was wonder if we used the NFC sim card from Verizon which is made with mobile payments in mind, would the phone recognize it. If anyone has an leads on this, can you please point me in the right direction?
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this phone does not have NFC, and what does this have to do with the MM update ?

clsA said:
this phone does not have NFC, and what does this have to do with the MM update ?
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ok champ before you get all wired,
1. I know the phone does not come with an NFC chip in it.
2. I know this thread is for the MM update that Honor USA is lying about releasing.
3. I have already search about this in other threads, obviously to no avail.
4. Do you have input/ or are looking to bust somebodies chops on the internet.

Defensive much?
Let me answer your question about the NFC Sim, probably not. Probably not for all the tea in China. And this thread is about capturing the MM update which did come out because people on FB are confirming they got it.

dalladubb said:
Defensive much?
Let me answer your question about the NFC Sim, probably not. Probably not for all the tea in China. And this thread is about capturing the MM update which did come out because people on FB are confirming they got it.
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not being defensive, probably not easy to convey over the internet. probably not as easy as waiting on this update.
People or Person? are we talking about Mario?

sergiob1 said:
not being defensive, probably not easy to convey over the internet. probably not as easy as waiting on this update.
People or Person? are we talking about Mario?
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it's a GSM phone that doesn't support Verizon or NFC what else is their to say ?
user on XDA got the update through hisuite >> http://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-5x/how-to/guide-kiw-l24-to-stock-t3318268/page10

Maybe, the person who got it through HiSuite, can check the app data folder on Windows to see if the update is still there. (it's a hidden folder)

SM-G930U/G935U Nougat official statement

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I'm downloading a update as I type this, I wonder what it is.
---------- Post added at 04:37 AM ---------- Previous post was at 04:06 AM ----------
Got a security update just now G930UUES4AQC1 and G935UUES4AQC1

Which website is this from and what's the date?

Must be a samsung ses
whbisondtr said:
Which website is this from and what's the date?
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Not from a website, he must be a samsung ses or employee.

Any word on a potential release date for nougat? Extremely dissatisfied with Samsungs lack of support with the U variants. Makes me want to avoid Samsung products here on out.

It makes me think that they're waiting to synchronize the S8 and S7u software releases... So perhaps the S7u will get all the S8 features before the carrier versions?

I know the SM-G930VL got Nougat today. No Wi-Fi calling or video call but it did finally get it. It's the Straight Talk unlocked version.

That's pretty pitiful when prepaid carriers get it before unlocked owners...

It's pretty stupid that an UNLOCKED version doesn't have the latest software, so dumb of Samsung to do that.
Also None of the Verizon versions of S7 has the updated firmware too, so far only T-Mobile in the US has 7.0
May be AT&T does too

kamranwpi said:
It's pretty stupid that an UNLOCKED version doesn't have the latest software, so dumb of Samsung to do that.
Also None of the Verizon versions of S7 has the updated firmware too, so far only T-Mobile in the US has 7.0
May be AT&T does too
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All the major carriers have it. Verizon just got it about a week ago.

I bought this thinking 7.0 was on it, and quite disappointed that it's not, and it's not even available.

You can Odin another carriers nougat on the U. I'm using Verizon's until it does cone out.

Do I need to root my phone to do that? or I can just ODIN it?
Any instructions or videos on it, really don't want to root the phone as it decrease the value
whbisondtr said:
You can Odin another carriers nougat on the U. I'm using Verizon's until it does cone out.
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kamranwpi said:
Do I need to root my phone to do that? or I can just ODIN it?
Any instructions or videos on it, really don't want to root the phone as it decrease the value
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No you don't have to root. It's just a simple Odin procedure.

Great
Where do I get the Verizon Rom? And how is your experience so far?
Is it pretty smooth? Any lag and what about the battery life?

kamranwpi said:
Great
Where do I get the Verizon Rom? And how is your experience so far?
Is it pretty smooth? Any lag and what about the battery life?
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someone wrote a guide for root/unroot/returning to stock rom
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...-to-notes-root-install-xposed-unroot-t3411039

Hmm, this is going to root the phone, I don't want to root it, as it will decrease it's value. I will wait for another week or two if there is no update to 7.0 I will sell it
jc25 said:
someone wrote a guide for root/unroot/returning to stock rom
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...-to-notes-root-install-xposed-unroot-t3411039
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kamranwpi said:
Hmm, this is going to root the phone, I don't want to root it, as it will decrease it's value. I will wait for another week or two if there is no update to 7.0 I will sell it
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what? no, just scroll down (bottom of first post) to where it says "return to stock" and follow the instructions there. you don't have to be rooted to install another official samsung rom. and also fwiw even if you do end up rooting you can always reinstall stock rom without tripping knox (as implied in the tutorial).

kamranwpi said:
Hmm, this is going to root the phone, I don't want to root it, as it will decrease it's value. I will wait for another week or two if there is no update to 7.0 I will sell it
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Just like he said but when you download the Verizon firmware, make sure you use CSC and not the HOME CSC when you flash. Home will keep your data but I'm not sure how it'll react coming from a different carrier.
jc25 said:
what? no, just scroll down (bottom of first post) to where it says "return to stock" and follow the instructions there. you don't have to be rooted to install another official samsung rom. and also fwiw even if you do end up rooting you can always reinstall stock rom without tripping knox (as implied in the tutorial).
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Android 11 decreased my SOT by close to 2 or 2.5 hours. Wanting to flash back to Android 10 (HELP)

So I just bought a used Galaxy s10 Plus on eBay. I was getting amazing battery life and great SOT but I was forced to download Android 11 by force update and now my SOT has gone down almost 2.5 hours from when it was previously running on Android 10. I despise having to deal with these issues even though its a used phone. On the SamMobile website I found the correct PDA G975U1UES5GUD1 but I can't find the CSC code on my phone and I am afraid I will flash the wrong firmware and damage the phone.
How can I Find the CSC code on my phone? The device is been used on Verizon prepaid via Red Pocket Mobile and its Factory GSM and CDMA unlocked. I would really appreciate any help I can get with this.
Thank you so much in advance.

Hello there, you are talking about the consumer software customization code right?

Keno_I said:
Hello there, you are talking about the consumer software customization code right?
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I believe that is what is called. I am looking for this (Circled in Red) I am new to all the terminology but I have flashed my Old Galaxy s7 several years ago via Odin and Windows and had no issues. Thank you
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If you are you can find it by dialing *#1234# on the dial app. But i think it is VZW since you've said the carrier is Verizon.

Keno_I said:
If you are you can find it by dialing *#1234# on the dial app. But i think it is VZW since you've said the carrier is Verizon.
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I saw that before online but it didn't work. I just want to be sure I download the correct Firmware from the Sam Mobile website

Can you screenshot the service provider sw ver in about phone

Download Samsung Galaxy S10+ SM-G975U1 VZW USA (Verizon) firmware
All Samsung firmwares for Galaxy S10+ in USA (Verizon) with model code SM-G975U1. We offer free and fast download options. Check them out now.
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Seems like this is it since your carrier is Verizon. You are residing in the US, right?

EpicSurvivor said:
So I just bought a used Galaxy s10 Plus on eBay. I was getting amazing battery life and great SOT but I was forced to download Android 11 by force update and now my SOT has gone down almost 2.5 hours from when it was previously running on Android 10. I despise having to deal with these issues even though its a used phone. On the SamMobile website I found the correct PDA G975U1UES5GUD1 but I can't find the CSC code on my phone and I am afraid I will flash the wrong firmware and damage the phone.
How can I Find the CSC code on my phone? The device is been used on Verizon prepaid via Red Pocket Mobile and its Factory GSM and CDMA unlocked. I would really appreciate any help I can get with this.
Thank you so much in advance.
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You won't damage your phone if they mismatch, probably only carrier settings would break

But the link I gave according to that you are having Verizon as the carrier and you are living in the US when you got force OTA update then it’ll match.

That's if you can go back.
Doesn't 11 update the boot loader version too?

Well yeah now that you mention it probably.

Hmm, but there should be a way of degrading the software even so.

blackhawk said:
That's if you can go back.
Doesn't 11 update the boot loader version too?
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If he uses Odin he can downgrade fine enough,
Unfortunately, I think he'll lose his data though.
I haven't downgraded from One UI 3.0 before since I only got a A21s.

Keno_I said:
If he uses Odin he can downgrade fine enough,
Unfortunately, I think he'll lose his data though.
I haven't downgraded from One UI 3.0 before since I only got a A21s.
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I'm still running Pie. It's what I've been seeing here about the 11 update updating the boot loader too. Maybe that's OTA upgrades only.
Not a concern of mine though.
Data loss is a given... at least be prepared for it.

Yeah, I agree since I'm still running 10 Idk really about bootloader changes from 10-11.
But if that's the case then Its probably impossible to downgrade without getting a bricked phone.

Doublecheck the bootloader version code of both versions of android so you don't brick your phone.

This is starting to sound too risky I do appreciate everyones help on this post honestly but at this point I am not going to risk messing up a $330 phone. But thank you all for making things clear.

EpicSurvivor said:
This is starting to sound too risky I do appreciate everyones help on this post honestly but at this point I am not going to risk messing up a $330 phone. But thank you all for making things clear.
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Well, you can wait for the fix then. Maybe Samsung will release a fix to solve that issue

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Well, you can wait for the fix then. Maybe Samsung will release a fix to solve that issue
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Yeah hopefully thank you for your help tho. Appreciate it.

No problem, but if the kernel hasn't changed the ROM can be downgraded. If it has you can just take it to Samsung and ask them to downgrade for you.
My friend did that.

impossible to remove google account on an old lg k8 qualqoom

Hello friends. I have spent a week trying methods that I knew about before and many others that I have seen on the internet without getting any results to delete an old google account from a mobile that came in a batch that I bought on ebay to repair. I did not take the precaution of deleting the google account that I previously had and now no system works for me.
I have searched a lot on the forum but there is hardly any information about this k8 M200N model with qualqoom processor. The fact is that I have bought a new screen and some more accessories to repair it and now I still have a brick. I also don't see any development via rom that I can install in download mode. I installed the official one through the lgup software but the only thing I have managed is to update the system, the problem is still the same.
I appreciate any help.
Thank you

Search about Google FRP for this model on youtube.

I have already tried all the methods that there are on youtube, they do not work for me. I guess google has also seen the security flaws and they have protected it. The software like passfab unlocker android does not work either, I am desperate with this mobile and the only thing that occurs to me is to put a custom rom but I do not see development for it

Rey Almanzor said:
(...) I installed the official one through the lgup software but the only thing I have managed is to update the system, the problem is still the same.
(...) I have already tried all the methods that there are on youtube, they do not work for me. I guess google has also seen the security flaws and they have protected it. (...)
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Don't give up.
Try flashing the firmware again, but don't update it.
An older system is easier to unlock. Methods to remove FRP are evolving. Maybe you can find an unlocking variant on your own, since you already know the idea.

ze7zez said:
Don't give up.
Try flashing the firmware again, but don't update it.
An older system is easier to unlock. Methods to remove FRP are evolving. Maybe you can find an unlocking variant on your own, since you already know the idea.
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ze7zez said:
Don't give up.
Try flashing the firmware again, but don't update it.
An older system is easier to unlock. Methods to remove FRP are evolving. Maybe you can find an unlocking variant on your own, since you already know the idea.
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Thanks my friend. I think the same, plus I'm very stubborn. It is very difficult for me to give up but I am already getting old.

Rey Almanzor said:
Thanks my friend. I think the same, plus I'm very stubborn. It is very difficult for me to give up but I am already getting old.
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I bought a second-hand K8 (2016), which had a google account lock. The unlocking guide was not precise, but after looking at other similar guides I found common features that helped me remove the lock. You will also succeed. I suppose you are not stubborn, but patient.

I have managed to downgrade, right now it is with android 7 but still, I can't get any of the solutions on youtube to work for me. I can get out to the internet, I can get into some pages (vnrom.net) but when I click on a link it doesn't do anything. He is getting heavy this lg but I am harder than him hahahaha

I imagine that just like you can do from windows or linux with any packaged software you can use an unpacker and modify the rom to skip that step. But it's been 20 years since I used reverse engineering tools and what little I did was with very outdated tools today. For android there must be some current deodex and I'm willing to learn how to work the rom until I get away with it.

Rey Almanzor said:
I imagine that just like you can do from windows or linux with any packaged software you can use an unpacker and modify the rom to skip that step. But it's been 20 years since I used reverse engineering tools and what little I did was with very outdated tools today. For android there must be some current deodex and I'm willing to learn how to work the rom until I get away with it.
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It doesn't work that way. During flashing, the key imprint from LG is checked.

ze7zez said:
No funciona de esa manera. Durante el parpadeo, se verifica la impresión clave de LG.
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ze7zez said:
It doesn't work that way. During flashing, the key imprint from LG is checked.
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ze7zez said:
It doesn't work that way. During flashing, the key imprint from LG is checked.
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Ok I understand. Thank you

Well, I finally managed to solve the problem. Although I didn't imagine that I could since none of the tutorials I've seen is updated, they all fail in something, so I spent many hours looking for shortcuts and ways to do it without following the tutorials and finally I managed to open chrome, the key is there, to get into the search engine and download an app, really difficult since everything is cut off by google so that the shortcuts and so on do not work. Although I have not recorded the process and I do not remember where I started, I am going to block it again and take note of how I do it so that someone else can use the system
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Congratulations! Your patience has been rewarded.

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Congratulations! Your patience has been rewarded.
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Thanks

It is not worth your time to write instructions for unlocking. What would we have to do, on the XDA forum, if a user could easily do everything themselves?