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[GUIDE] Installing Darky's 9.3 Extreme Edition Shorter Method (I9000/I9000M only)

Method to upgrade through Speedmod (By addicted2088):
Hello guys. This is an alternate, much shorter method for installing Darky's ROM, for those who are on stock 2.2/2.2.1 firmware (any region except USA).
Before you start thinking this won't work, don't worry, Darkyy approves of this guide
IMPORTANT!! Read each and every step carefully, don't skip any. If you are drunk, go sleep and come back when you are sober!
Installing Darky's ROM wipes all your data, so you should back it up if you want to save it. Backup instructions are given in the "Instructions" section below.
Important Points before starting (Read all):
1. Only for those having an International Galaxy S GT-I9000 and the GT-I9000M. Do not flash on others, for example the i897, the I9000T, etc.
2. Check your firmware version in Settings->About->Firmware version (see if it is 2.1, 2.2 or 2.2.1). You need to be on 2.2/2.2.1.
3. Before starting, be sure to download the Extreme Edition ROM zip file and place it on your internal sdcard. Download the Darky's ROM Extreme Edition 9.2 zip file from the following link and copy it to your internal sdcard:
http://www.multiupload.com/8Z04J6BBB2/QDTFFQP9IU
4. Also, before starting, download the 'DarkyROM Configurator' app from the Market, and customize what you want to install/don't want to install. (e.g: Samsung Apps, Live Wallpapers, Fonts). Download and install the App, and see the options first, before asking what the App does.
NOTE: The Wipe option in the Configurator will be disabled, as the ROM always wipes when you install it on a stock ROM. In general, just select your options in the Configurator, then press Menu (Left touch key) and select 'Save and Exit'.
Instructions:
1. Download Speedmod kernel from here:
http://www.multiupload.com/11FFOMH7YN
2. Flash this kernel using the procedure described on the link below then go to next step. Read every step carefully on the guide on the link below!
http://touristinparadise.blogspot.com/2010/11/samsung-galaxy-s-how-to-install.html
3. After completing the above steps, wait for your phone to boot completely, then go to the next step.
4. This step is optional. If you want to backup your data, use an app like MyBackup Root/Titanium Root to back it up. These two apps need root access, and therefore when you run them, you'll get a screen saying "Superuser Request" and giving you two options: "Allow" and "Deny". Press the "Allow" button, and then backup your data. If you do not get this prompt, it means Root is not enabled on your phone, so do the following to root it. Boot into recovery (Vol UP + HOME + POWER), then do the following:
Go to Advanced Speedmod ULK Features>Root/Install Superuser, then select Simple: install busybox+su, then select Yes. Go Back and Reboot and it's done.
5. Now, copy the downloaded Darky's ROM to your internal sd card if you haven’t already done so. Don't rename it, leave it as it is.
6. Now turn off your phone, and wait for it to shutdown completely. Then, boot into Recovery Mode. Press and hold Volume-UP + Home + Power at the same time, and let go of the buttons when the screen turns on (and says Galaxy S GT-I9000/I9000M Samsung), to enter Recovery.
7. Then using the volume keys to navigate and the Power button to select, do the following:
Select 'wipe data/factory reset', and then select 'Yes'. Important!
Select ‘Install zip from sdcard’.
Then select ‘choose zip from sdcard’.
Now navigate to the ROM zip, then select it.
Then choose ‘Yes’.
8. The ROM will now be installed. After it says install complete, select ‘Go Back’ twice, then select 'Reboot System now'.
There you go, Darky's ROM is now installed!
Credits: hardcore for the speedmod kernel and the speedmod flashing guide, Darkyy for his as always great ROM.
Big thanks to Khoral for driving me to write this guide..
Don't forget to hit the Thanks button if this guide is helpful.

addicted2088 said:
If you are drunk, go sleep and come back when you are sober!
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I love that part
Good guide addicted \o/

Nice 1 addi

Sorry for double post, read below.

Nice guide so far but I can't download Speedmod Kernel, it says there's been too many downloads and that I should try later. Is there any other download link?
Also, since we download Darky's config app is it not easier to install from the app?

I have a Galaxy S (brand TIM). TIM is an Italian provider.
The info of my phone are:
firmware: 2.2
baseband: I9000XXJPP
kernel: 2.6.32.9 [email protected] #1
build: FROYO.AIJP5
Can I install Darky's ROM 9.2 whith this guide? htitip://darky.ficeto.com/community/index.php?threads/guide-installation-guide-for-first-time-users.315
Sorry for my English!!!
Tnk all

darkness07 said:
I have a Galaxy S (brand TIM). TIM is an Italian provider.
The info of my phone are:
firmware: 2.2
baseband: I9000XXJPP
kernel: 2.6.32.9 [email protected] #1
build: FROYO.AIJP5
Can I install Darky's ROM 9.2 whith this guide? htitip://darky.ficeto.com/community/index.php?threads/guide-installation-guide-for-first-time-users.315
Sorry for my English!!!
Tnk all
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Yes, you can, as long as your phone model is I9000.. just make sure there is no letter at the end of I9000.

Well, what is the difference, if I flash a Darky's ROM with Froyo 2.2 or 2.2.1? Tnk

darkness07 said:
Well, what is the difference, if I flash a Darky's ROM with Froyo 2.2 or 2.2.1? Tnk
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No difference in 2.2/2.2.1. Only difference is between 2.1 and 2.2/2.2.1..

There is no difference. So it's only a speech to install the ROM compatibility Darky's. So the firmware version 2.2/2.2.1 not affect the performance of the ROM. The firmware does not center anything after installing the ROM? TNK

darkness07 said:
There is no difference. So it's only a speech to install the ROM compatibility Darky's. So the firmware version 2.2/2.2.1 not affect the performance of the ROM. The firmware does not center anything after installing the ROM? TNK
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I don't get what you are saying, please be clear. Once you put Darky's ROM, your phone version will be 2.2.1, won't matter what you previously had. There's just a difference in how to install the ROM on 2.1 and 2.2/2.2.1.. Old firmware won't matter after putting on Darky's...

addicted2088 said:
I don't get what you are saying, please be clear. Once you put Darky's ROM, your phone version will be 2.2.1, won't matter what you previously had. There's just a difference in how to install the ROM on 2.1 and 2.2/2.2.1.. Old firmware won't matter after putting on Darky's...
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Ok, tnk. But what is the date of darky's ROM 9.3 STABLE?
Sorry for my English!

darkness07 said:
Ok, tnk. But what is the date of darky's ROM 9.3 STABLE?
Sorry for my English!
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No date for stable. It will be released when it is stable

Last question: When I flash darky's ROM 9.3, the ROM change my baseband?
Can I have the problems? (I'm Italian and phone have brand TIM (Italian provider)).
Thanks

darkness07 said:
Last question: When I flash darky's ROM 9.3, the ROM change my baseband?
Can I have the problems? (I'm Italian and phone have brand TIM (Italian provider)).
Thanks
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I'm not sure about that. However, if you select the 'No Modem' option in the 'Darky ROM Configurator' before installing the ROM, your baseband version will not be changed..

How do you advise me to configure Darky's ROM Configurator?

darkness07 said:
How do you advise me to configure Darky's ROM Configurator?
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Unless your phone has got a lock of any kind (SIM Lock or something), you can install the ROM the usual way. And it should be an I9000.
You should ask around at the normal 'Darky's ROM thread' at:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=814091
Sorry, I have no idea about the provider phones, so can't help

Thank you for this awesome ROM Darky!
I have a question though, in the event that Samsung does release a 2.3 official update and I want to reflash using ODIN
..is there any modification I need to do before reflashing?
Or can I do a straight reflash?

addicted2088 said:
4. Also, before starting, download the 'DarkyROM Configurator' app from the Market, and customize what you want to install/don't want to install. (e.g: Samsung Apps, Live Wallpapers, Fonts). Download and install the App, and see the options first, before asking what the App does.
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Hi
I want to install your 9.2 ROM using the above guide, however I have a question.
Do I need to have CWM installed to use the "DarkyROM Configurator"?
I am using Samsung Galaxy S I9000
Foryo2.2 updated through Kies
I have not rooted my phone, it is in stock.
Please advice.
If we need to have CWM, kindly add the steps in the above guide. I want to follow the steps exactly.
Thank you

saurav_wow said:
Hi
I want to install your 9.2 ROM using the above guide, however I have a question.
Do I need to have CWM installed to use the "DarkyROM Configurator"?
I am using Samsung Galaxy S I9000
Foryo2.2 updated through Kies
I have not rooted my phone, it is in stock.
Please advice.
If we need to have CWM, kindly add the steps in the above guide. I want to follow the steps exactly.
Thank you
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No, you don't need it. Anything that is required is mentioned in the guide.
The DarkyROM Configurator works like this: If you select the Wipe option in the app, it just creates a blank file/folder named Wipe in folder named darky in the sdcard, so that when you are installing the ROM, the ROM reads that file and understands that you want to wipe. Similarly, if you select Nexus S boot animation in the app, it creates a blank file/folder named nexus-s in that folder, so that the ROM reads that during install..
Hope you understood..

Flashing tutorial for dummies [ICS SGS TEAM ROM]

FLASHING TUTORIAL FOR DUMMIES​<ICS SGS TEAM ROM>​NOTE : NOT ALL THESE STEPS ARE A MUST OR NEEDED TO BE DONE IN THIS PARTICULAR WAY, BUT IT IS BEST TO DO SO IN ORDER TO AVOID FURTHER PROBLEMS AND MAKE SURE THE FLASHING PROCESS IS AS CLEAN AS POSSIBLE.​
>EVERYTHING WILL BE WIPED<​
PAY ATTENTION AND TAKE YOUR TIME !
I DO NOT ANSWER TO QUESTIONS WHICH HAVE ALREADY BEEN ANSWERED IN THIS TUTORIAL OR IN THE LINKS THIS TUTORIAL PROVIDES !​
THIS IS WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO STEP BY STEP :​
It doesn`t matter on what rom you are, first you need to download a stock gingerbread rom, a kernel which has root and clockworkmod recovery and of course a flashing program (in this case Odin, simply because it does the job), also Samsung USB Drivers :
NOTE : It would be best to have your phone fully charged before flashing
1. First install the drivers ONLY if you haven`t already installed them, also if you have Kies installed there is no need to install these drivers, but you are better off installing these anyway : http://dev-host.org/ZRA
2. Download this package (it includes i9000 stock rom+kernel+odin) : http://dev-host.org/RAE, if you have a Captivate or a Vibrant just download a stock rom for your phone model and find a kernel which has root and cwm in it.
NOTE : The next step will require using the 3 key combo for accessing the clockworkmod recovery and also the download mode.The 3 key combo used below is for the Samsung Galaxy S GT-i9000. If you own a Captivate or a Vibrant please click this link and choose your phone model to see what 3 key combo must be used, as it differs from one phone model to another : http://tinyurl.com/6q6ajpx
3. After you have extracted all the contents you downloaded and installed drivers, put your phone into download mode using the 3 key combo : volume DOWN + home button+power button, keep those pressed until it goes into download mode.
4. Connect phone to PC via USB Cable and open Odin (windows should detect the phone and install some drivers, after it`s finished you should see the message "Added!" in Odin which means Odin succesfully detected your phone so now you are ready to flash)>check Re-Partition Option>press PIT button and browse for the s1_odin_20100512.pit file, press BOOTLOADER button and browse for the APBOOT… file, press PDA button and browse for the CODE….file, press PHONE button and browse for the MODEM….file, press CSC button and browse for the GT-I9000-CSC….file. PRESS START button and wait for the green pass notification in Odin.
• When the phone reboots into the rom, wait for the setup wizard to appear and then just use the 3 key combo into the download mode again.
Close Odin and open it again> press PDA button and browse for CF-Root…file> Press START button and wait for the green pass notification in Odin.
• When the phone reboots into the rom set your phone to mass storage mode from settings>wireless & network>usb settings, copy the ICS SGS rom needed for your phone model, to your INTERNAL SD root location (G: for example, copy the rom here) via USB Cable from here : http://tinyurl.com/7f4m8bp.
• Now we have to go to clockworkmod recovery using the 3 key combo : volume UP + home button + power button, keep those pressed until it goes into the clockworkmod recovery.
• Using the volume buttons to navigate up and down select Wipe Data/Factory Reset by pressing the home button, a submenu will appear, hit YES. Wait for it to finish and then Wipe Cache the same way you did with Wipe Data/Factory Reset> Go to advanced menu>a submenu will appear and Wipe Dalvik Cache.Go back to main menu.
Now it`s time to flash the ICS SGS ROM :
Select install zip from sd card > choose zip from sd card> browse for the rom zip>choose YES and let it do the magic. If it happens to reboot immediately into clockworkmod recovery with a different look (blue writing), it means it actually flashed just the ICS Kernel first therefore you have to flash again so the ICS ROM gets installed too, just follow the steps above.
NOTE : Sometimes it works from the first try and sometimes it reboots into clockworkmod recovery instead of flashing the rom because it changes KERNEL first, prior to flashing the rom.
If it boot loops or you are experiencing other issues read here : http://tinyurl.com/78ajjhc
Now all you need to do is wait for it to finish.After the flashing is done> Wipe Data/Factory Reset, Wipe Cache and Dalvik Cache as you already know how to do it and choose Reboot System Now. Give it some time to boot, it usually takes at most 5 minutes to boot. If it doesn`t boot, just reflash the rom as described in the steps above.
NOTE (i9000 users) : At this point if it still doesn`t boot past the Galaxy S Logo after you`ve reflashed the rom, flash Semaphore ICS Kernel via CWM and then just Wipe Cache/Dalvik Cache and Reboot to System.Can`t acces CWM anymore? You have to start all over again from step 4.Only this time flash Semaphore ICS Kernel right after the ICS Rom finishes flashing, Wipe Data/Factory Reset, Wipe Cache/Dalvik Cache and Reboot to System.
NOTE (Captivate/Vibrant users) : The same applies to you if you encounter the upper issues, only instead of Semaphore Kernel, use Nushor`s kernel.
Semaphore ICS Kernel : http://goo.gl/qWlOJ
Nushor`s Kernel : http://db.tt/CMC5BJ0f
If you don`t have network signal it usually means it`s a modem related problem so just copy to your internal sd card one of these modem zips : http://dev-host.org/SSR and flash it the same way you flashed the ICS SGS rom via clockworkmod recovery (without the Wipe Data/Factory Reset which is needed only when flashing ROMs). It should solve the problem.
NOTE : Also if you are experiencing heavy battery drain with or without 3G ON (internet included),
you should try a different modem from here : http://tinyurl.com/68reom6.
Just flash one using the clockworkmod recovery.
Also you can find some modems here : http://goo.gl/R9q5l
Depending on the region you are in, modems can make a huge difference!
But usually 3G/Internet usage will discharge battery faster then Wi-Fi usage.
THERE IS NO "BEST MODEM" > you have to experiment yourself with these modems!
If it still doesn`t solve the problem search for possible fixes in the ICS SGS Thread : http://tinyurl.com/7kb46ox.
If you haven`t found any fix after you have SEARCHED THOROUGHLY or if you have any other issues come here : http://webchat.freenode.net/ ,
Channel : ##icssgs.
People there will help you figure it out.
IMPORTANT : Yes, 4.2 ROM is a bit laggy because of the kernel and the launcher, so all you need to do is to flash Semaphore ICS Kernel (the i9000 users), flash Nushor`s Kernel (the Captivate and Vibrant users) and install Nova Launcher from Market and it`s all good in the hood
Semaphore ICS Kernel : http://goo.gl/qWlOJ
Nushor`s Kernel : http://db.tt/CMC5BJ0f
NOTE (i9000 users) : After you`ve flashed the kernel, you will notice the Semaphore App in the App Drawer, open it and set it like this : Governor > smartassv2 | Scheduler : noop. Reboot and you`re done!
NOTE (Captivate/Vibrant users) : After you`ve flashed Nushor`s Kernel, install NSTools from Market, open it and set it like this : Governor > smartassv2 | Scheduler : fiops.Reboot and you`re done!
IMPORTANT : You may experience severe battery drain every time you will reboot your phone. 100% of the CPU will be used constantly even if you hardly use the phone and thus the battery will be quickly discharged.To solve this, just open NSTools and change the governor to something else and then change it back.The CPU will come back to its normal state. It seems it is a NSTools issue, though i`m not sure this is a general problem.
IMPORTANT (Semaphore Kernel users) : If you want to use tethering, make sure you enable "netfilter" in the Semaphore App!
NOTE : If you find something doesn`t work for you after you`ve flashed the rom, basic things such as camera for example, it means you have to flash the rom again!
Auto Brightness doesn`t work yet, in the meanwhile use the app Custom Auto Brightness from here : http://tinyurl.com/7fsreu3.
Or you can buy this brilliant app : http://goo.gl/g0y9i
If you find your screen has a blue, red or yellow tint over it, install Voodoo Sound : http://goo.gl/DXzw8 and tap the button "reset to 2.3.3 defaults".It should fix the issue.
NOTE (Semaphore Kernel users) : Fortunately auto brightness works well with this kernel, thank stratosk for the auto brightness driver!
"Just because you`re running the latest OS, does not mean your phone magically doubles in RAM and gains an extra core, IT WILL LAG SOMETIMES, no software can fix that." (PaulForde said it )
Please show your appreciation by donating a beer to the devs or supporting them in any way you can.
Donation Page : http://tinyurl.com/6nve3uh
Thanks and Credits : http://tinyurl.com/bqsr7z3
I took the time to write this tutorial because it`s the least I can do to give something back to the community.
If you followed every step in this tutorial it is highly unlikely to fail this, only if you can`t read English properly.
If you found this tutorial helpful just press “Thanks” .
Good Luck !

Thanks mate, very helpful. Helped when SuperOneClick didn't work!

Nice tut, should be stickied.

many thanks, very clear

when i was a noob to all this, i found that too many guides assumed you had already been used to flashing, so its a little late in the game for me, but this is a fine guide, wonderful work!!

Awesome tutorial...Thanks

I've just armed my SGS from Gingerbread 2.3.5 to ICS using this thread. Clear step-by-step guidance.
My phone now is ready for second live
Thank you @psyqiq

Great write up. It will help me out a lot. Only thing I can think of that might also help us noobs out is an explanation of how and what we might want to backup before doing the flash. This would make this thread the ultimate flashing guide for dummies.
I've flashed another rom previously but lost a lot of stuff I would like to have kept like sms's, photos, emails and settings (wifi passwords & settings, ect). I still don't no how to keep my emails and settings but XDA has helped figure out the other stuff.
A couple of questions also, does the sim card and/or sd card need to be removed to do this flash? This is something I've read in other guides.
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SuperRoo it is not needed to remove the sim card and neither the external_sd, it would have been mentioned in the tut. As for the backups it`s impossible to backup everything from settings to apps etc...and restore them into ICS in such a way that everything would work. Restoring stuff from GB to ICS brings incompatibilities unfortunately so it is best to redo all those settings you had on the GB Rom rather than restoring them from a backup.

verry good tutorial. tnx

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SuperRoo it is not needed to remove the sim card and neither the external_sd, it would have been mentioned in the tut. As for the backups it`s impossible to backup everything from settings to apps etc...and restore them into ICS in such a way that everything would work. Restoring stuff from GB to ICS brings incompatibilities unfortunately so it is best to redo all those settings you had on the GB Rom rather than restoring them from a backup.
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We recently had a guy report in the mintberry thread that flashing miui fried his sd - not sure if he odined stock before cwm flash.
It's not a precaution that I have ever taken, though it is considered safe flashing procedure to remove sd and sim (I have never heard of any adverse effects to a sim card).

Great tutorial thanks.
One question before i install this, how do i know/find which modem is best suited or specific to our region and service provider (NSW - OPTUS). (I post the same question over here but i think this thread is more appropriate)
My wife had issues on a previous flash i did 2.3.4 whereby she had no internet and could not sent SMS/MMS until a friend provided me with a different modem (i think it was the modem) and it fixed the problem.
Obviously not an expert in this area but i can follow a decent tutorial
Cheers.

woolf clubs it is almost impossible to fry the sd card just by flashing something.This is ackward.Only an overload of electricity through the USB ports would cause that, if it`s possible.I don`t see any other logical way for such a thing to happen when it comes to frying hardware, in which case it is very unfortunate.
BenzOzzy here is some info about some modems and regions : http://tinyurl.com/3yh3e3m, although even if you flash a modem that is not ment for your region, it does not necessarily mean it will perform worse. Nobody can tell you what modem is best for a specific region, only if someone had some good feedback with it, therefore you have to search the xda (in your case) for users that had a good feedback with a specific modem in australia. Though the JVT modem should do just fine.

Ok, thanks psyqiq.
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Actually i apologize, i believe i should have been asking you about which is the best CSC file not the modem.
Wouldn't the CSC be specific to my provider, with apk and their apps? (all the bloatware my wife seems to like)
I seem to recall with OPTUS its 'OPS' something or other... (GT-I9000-CSC-XXX OPS) or (CSC_I9000------.tar.md5) or something like.
Sorry if i've hijacked your thread here, i am gonna update her phone tonight if all goes well and want it to go well
Thanks.

BenzOzzy forget about CSC in ICS.There is no ICS firmware for i9000 and therefore no CSC either.We can only flash cm modems and some kernels like glitch, devil or semaphore.That's it.After all, this is just a port rom.Happy flashing!

Actually Ics roms are MULTI-CSC and doestnt need additional CSC files ..just flash ...nd enjoy!

try JVU
BenzOzzy said:
Great tutorial thanks.
One question before i install this, how do i know/find which modem is best suited or specific to our region and service provider (NSW - OPTUS). (I post the same question over here but i think this thread is more appropriate)
My wife had issues on a previous flash i did 2.3.4 whereby she had no internet and could not sent SMS/MMS until a friend provided me with a different modem (i think it was the modem) and it fixed the problem.
Obviously not an expert in this area but i can follow a decent tutorial
Cheers.
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Hey BenzOzzy,
ICSSGS uses the JVU Modem which seems to work for most of the people, i changed modems in the past release reading that it would also affect battery life.
in ICSSGS RC4.2 i kept the JVU modem, gives me performance as usual and battery life is good as well (btw. using semaphore 0.8.1 kernel )

Ahh, i've run into a problem at this point, when it all was going accordingly
Select install zip from sd card > choose zip from sd card> browse for the rom zip>choose YES and let it do the magic. If it happens to reboot immediately into clockworkmod recovery with a different look (blue writing), it means it actually flashed just the ICS Kernel first therefore you have to flash again so the ICS ROM gets installed too, just follow the steps above.
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Actually i noticed a problem when i tried to add ICS_4.0.3_MR1-RC4.2_I9000 to my sd card. I could not see the sd card on the list so i dumped it into the root directory, disconnected the usb cable then browsed the phone where i can see the sd card directory and manually moved ICS_4.0.3_MR1-RC4.2_I9000 into it that way.
Problem is, when i go to install zip from sd card > choose zip from sd card > i cant find the rom zip...but i can see that ICS_4.0.3_MR1-RC4.2_I9000 is in the sd card.....wtf?
I hope that my stupidity makes sense.
Any ideas that can help. ?

BenzOzzy actually you do not have to see a folder named "sd card" while in clockworkmod recovery, therefore when you copy the rom prior to flashing you copy it on the internal sd root. Just set your phone to mass storage, connect the phone to PC and it will detect 2 sd cards, one internal and one external (if you have one).Just double-click the internal one from my computer and you`re there on the root location (G: for example, copy the rom here).That`s it.Now just go to cwm and flash it.

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4. Connect phone to PC via USB Cable and open Odin>
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mmm... it should be open Odin THEN connect phone to PC to have Odin work properly, isn't it?

Help Helly Bean Stuck on Boot Cycle!

Hi Everyone
Got myself in a bit of a situation, Went to install the latest Helly Bean Rom Downloaded the file with the big button and put it on my external sd card, followed the step by step untill...
Install instructions:
coming from any other rom:
- make sure to have gingerbread bootloaders
- wipe data/factory reset
- flash allinone.zip
- reboot recovery
- flash allinone.zip again
- flash Helly_Bean_AddOn or Helly_Bean inverted AddOn ......here when i realized i hadn't got the file furthermore the file i have is named
helly_bean_initial.zip I couldn't find the other file and now my phone just bootloops.
Please give help me get the phone working again I don't know what to do and im panicking.

I9000NB said:
I couldn't find the other file and now my phone just bootloops.
Please give help me get the phone working again I don't know what to do and im panicking.
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Download the files needed to your PC, than use CWM to copy them to your Phone in USB mounts and Storage , after that flash

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Download the files needed to your PC, than use CWM to copy them to your Phone in USB mounts and Storage , after that flash
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Thankyou xsenman that sounds simple enough,:fingers-crossed:

Well that worked great its now installed and the new rom looks sweet.
Problem i have now is im getting "An invalid IMEI number could cause network issues including the inability to call" anyone seen this before ?
Just found this :
Everyone is having IMEI problems, here is how you fix it.
1) Get ES file explorer or root explorer
2)Look in sdcard/backup/efs
3)Copy nv_data.bin, nv_data.bin.md5 and nv.log to /efs.
4) Reboot and enjoy!
Ill post back after gym if it works =D

That should work. Actually a friend of mine had similar issue with his phone but from what I know this solution helped him to get rid of the problem
Typed with my I9001

tryed the above fix with astro manager from recovery and after file copy and reboot i still get imei error.
thanks for the post ruthlessrat, its good to know someone else has tried the above fix and its worked for them maybe others who stuble across this thread may be able to use it although i can confirm it did not work for me.
I'm assuming my nv_data.bin, nv_data.bin.md5 and nv.log were bad, I'm looking into a imei fix here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=881162 Hopefully this will resolve the last issue.
Edit: Good news I've got another phone to cover me for a while so I can work on getting this phone set up
how i want it, I think i may need to return to a stock rom, will this restore the imei ?
Edit2 : Reinstalled Gapps from thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1796675 this time its worked and Google play is now working fully so ive installed titanium backup and a few other applications that may come in use.
In the meantime alternate imei fixes and any advice would be useful on other cool features / functionality unique to JB. Thankyou to everyone again without the assistance it would have taken me allot further to get to this point.

I9000NB said:
In the meantime alternate imei fixes and any advice would be useful
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Need a Solution, My Android Solutions

xsenman said:
Need a Solution, My Android Solutions
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Funny you should suggest that ive come across your thread, thanked, rated 5 and believe it should be newsworthy that thread could turn into a real noob's guide, I like it very much. I tried the first suggestion of copying the files , afraid it didn't work.
Second to that i tried this :http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=JqLK_2I-SBM
but unfortunately my nv_data.bin is pure "FF" in the hex editor so I assume this is some kind of default setting? anyone know ?
I am now going to try..
you can start from the beginning.. go back to GB 2.36 (use a JVU ROM + Root, upgrade to ICS CM 9 and than to CM10
Solution for i9000 on JB:-Try not to jump from Gingerbread to Jellybean, as all upgrades should be done progressively. meaning you need to be on a GB 2.3.6> than into ICS and finally into JB.
I'm going to use GB 2.3.6 from sammobile.com
Can anyone recommend an ICS rom ?
following this I will flash Helly Bean latest nightly again.
Edit: Well Ive flashed back to 2.3.6 JVU & used the JVU CF - Root which works great, Ive backed up my rom and ets folder ready for jellybean the problem is when running through the installation ui it gets stuck on the final " Helly Bean installed" screen after making your software selections,
When I click next to finish it just hangs and the phone becomes completely unresponsive. at this point Ive removed battery and restarted but alas I'm still on cf rooted gingerbread. I don't understand why as it worked fine before.
Ive tried clearing both cache's and reset, this made no difference.
Ive also reinstalled stock rom, re flashed CF-Root & Tried again with no success.
I'm going to look into ICS roms and post back.

I9000NB said:
Solution for i9000 on JB:-Try not to jump from Gingerbread to Jellybean, as all upgrades should be done progressively. meaning you need to be on a GB 2.3.6> than into ICS and finally into JB.
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try CM 9 first than on to JB or HB or any other Bean

xsenman said:
try CM 9 first than on to JB or HB or any other Bean
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Okay been having a few issues installing CM 9 so i have installed CM 7 for the moment,
Trying to fix CM9 atm keep getting "installation aborted (Bad)"
Fixed/Update : Move files to internal storage, Installed latest CM9, Downloading CM10 Nightly
Update 2 : CM10 Nightly installed works great & GAPPS latest version from goo.im.
Thanks again xsenman without you this would have been allot longer process, I really appreciate it !
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Steps to install other variant ROMs (Including Galaxy S7 Port ROMs) on N910P

Guys, I'm making this thread for those people who are using Sprint's Note 4 (N910P) outside of US and are stuck with Sprint's ROM (or the ROMs that are based on it) and have certain issues in using the ROM.
For instance, I'm using the unlocked variant of N910P with a GSM carrier, so I was having problem in connecting to the Hot-Spot feature as all of my devices were stuck at "Obtaining IP Address" loop and eventually would never connect.
I did try various "hacks" present here on XDA for enabling Hot-Spot feature like using Galaxy Tools, using SQLite Editor, etc but wasn't able to overcome the problem.
Since, XDA is a great platform for sharing solutions to various problems, I decided to create a thread especially for those who don't want Sprint's bloatware but want to stick with "Stock ROM features" like S Pen.
Hence, here's the step-by-step guide for installing other carrier's ROM on N910P:
Before attempting all this,make sure to be on OK1 Bootloader & Baseband (Do not try this on Marshmallow Bootloaders) for N910P.
Step 1:
Install TWRP recovery version 3.0.1 (Yes, you read it right..it's 3.0.1 & not 3.0.2)
Once you have downloaded, flash it through ODIN (the TAR file) or through existing TWRP (using ISO image).
Step 2:
Make a backup of your current ROM so that you can revert to it in case of unsuccessful flash.
Step 3:
Go to Wipe (in TWRP)-----> Factory reset (do this 3 times.....yes, 3 times!)
Then, go to Advanced Wipe & wipe Dalvik/ART cache,Cache,Data,Internal Storage, System (Do not wipe external SD Card).
Hit the back button to come out of the "wipe window"
Step 4:
Click on "Install" and choose the files in following order:
a) Dr Ketan's ROM
b) Data Fix for the ROM
c) Kernel
d) SuperSU (I used beta 2.71)
Once the flashing process is finished, reboot the system and wait for the phone to boot.
It will take a long time (around 10-15 minutes) to boot.
Once you are on setup wizard screen, choose to apply "Dr Ketan's fix" and then you can proceed like you do in any other ROM.
Downloads:
TWRP: https://dl.twrp.me/trltecan/
(Choose TAR or ISO as per your choice and flash accordingly)
ROM:
http://www.drketanrom.com/n910g.html
(All credit goes to Dr Ketan for his hard work & awesome ROM)
(Its for G variant)
Data FIX:
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B1I0vyV3onrjemR2YlY2V0s0ME0&usp=sharing
(Credit goes to @dr.ketan, & @Lanc-City for providing all the required info)
Kernel:
http://d-h.st/rb3d
(The credit for this Kernel goes to @Hani K.)
Super SU:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053
(Credit goes to @Chainfire)
Note: I am in no way to be credited for all this as the links provided above are a result of hard work from the respective developers. I have just compiled all the links into one thread so that it can help anyone like me to switch to other ROM.
Also, neither I nor any of the above mentioned developers/members are responsible for any fault that may arise due to improper flash or other reasons..
Do all of it at your own risk!
Last but not the least, I would like to thank @ricohz for helping me out when I was stuck in some steps..
(In the screen-shot attached, the model number is 920T for obvious reasons...so don't ask why it's not 910P..)
Do note that the APNs have to be edited manually, else the data connectivity would not be there!
(This thread should benefit the non-Sprint users........)
Update:
There are some more ROMs that can be flashed successfully on N910P such as:
1. Maximum Overdrive
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4-tmobile/development/s7-portn910t-n910w8-t3375956
2. Nameless ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/snapdragon-dev/rom-nameless-mm-lightfastdeodexed-t3363547
Kindly say Thanks to the developers on their respective threads for all their hard work.

Thanks for sharing im gonna give it a shot
But why did you say to be on ok1 if you have marshmallow version in the screen shot
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NICE
SPRINT USERS IF YOU FLASH THIS TEXT WON'T GO OUT
MMS ARE FINE TEXT COME IN BUT WON'T GO OUT
this works for him because he's using a gsm sim card

Google Drive link is broken
Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk

Data fix and Kernel fix link broken...

Anybody get text going I'd be happy too pay bounty

Jedi Aaris said:
Thanks for sharing im gonna give it a shot
But why did you say to be on ok1 if you have marshmallow version in the screen shot
Sent from my Not4 Mod using Tapatalk
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OK1 bootloader has been suggested so as to avoid any incompatibility issues for the ROM!

Shiva758 said:
Data fix and Kernel fix link broken...
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Links have been updated!

ricohz said:
NICE
SPRINT USERS IF YOU GLASH THIS TEXT WONT GO OUT MMS ARE FINE TEXT COME IN BUT DON'T GO OUT
thus works for him because he's using a gsm sim card
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@ricohz: Yes,buddy...
For GSM carriers, this method works flawlessly..
Kudos to you for helping me out!

bddpolo said:
Anybody get text going I'd be happy too pay bounty
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Some one said bounty?
Lol jk

I got boot loops what I do now right now I am on ok1 !!!!what mistake i did? Is that ROM marshmallw? May be I downloaded that one ? Which kernel we have to use ? When I go to download section it shows me three kernel variants ?
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Do we have to download n910pb6 mm firmware ?

I just messed my 4 hours on this ROM but every time I qm getting bootloops...I am on lollipop ok1 firmware and bootloader .I tried everything bit nothing works ..or may be its not complete clear what I download ?

Shiva758 said:
I just messed my 4 hours on this ROM but every time I qm getting bootloops...I am on lollipop ok1 firmware and bootloader .I tried everything bit nothing works ..or may be its not complete clear what I download ?
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Tinkering and flashing custom ROMs on Android is not always a piece of cake...
Loads of patience is required and if the process is not carried out as stated/expected, time is bound to get wasted.
Anyway, here's what you need to do (Or at-least, expected to do..):
1. Take a backup of the current ROM.
2. Do Factory reset 3 times ( First time, do it again & do it yet again..making it three times)
3. Wipe everything(except External SD Card) again 3 times as above.
4. Flash the ROM.
5.Once ROM is flashed, do not reboot & flash the Data Fix.
6.Again, do not reboot and flash the Vitamin Kernel (originally meant for F variant).
7. Do not reboot yet again & flash the SuperSU (I FLASHED 2.71).
Now, reboot and wait for the setup screen to appear. It will take quite a long time to appear and the phgone will be stuck on Samsung logo for quite a while.
Now, if you have patience, wait for the process to finish, and if not, you know what to do..

Shiva758 said:
I got boot loops what I do now right now I am on ok1 !!!!what mistake i did? Is that ROM marshmallw? May be I downloaded that one ? Which kernel we have to use ? When I go to download section it shows me three kernel variants ?
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Do we have to download n910pb6 mm firmware ?
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The direct link for the ROM is:
http://d-h.st/m9bj
The direct link for the kernel is:
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=54698
Hope, this much of help will make things clear for you.

Finally it worked . Actually i am doing ( kernel) mistake .Thanks for providing direct links and for your kind help.

robinhood1808 said:
Guys, I'm making this thread for those people who are using Sprint's Note 4 (N910P) outside of US and are stuck with Sprint's ROM (or the ROMs that are based on it) and have certain issues in using the ROM.
For instance, I'm using the unlocked variant of N910P with a GSM carrier, so I was having problem in connecting to the Hot-Spot feature as all of my devices were stuck at "Obtaining IP Address" loop and eventually would never connect.
I did try various "hacks" present here on XDA for enabling Hot-Spot feature like using Galaxy Tools, using SQLite Editor, etc but wasn't able to overcome the problem.
Since, XDA is a great platform for sharing solutions to various problems, I decided to create a thread especially for those who don't want Sprint's bloatware but want to stick with "Stock ROM features" like S Pen.
Hence, here's the step-by-step guide for installing other carrier's ROM on N910P:
Before attempting all this,make sure to be on OK1 Bootloader & Baseband for N910P.
Step 1:
Install TWRP recovery version 3.0.1 (Yes, you read it right..it's 3.0.1 & not 3.0.2)
The reason for choosing 3.0.1 is that the ROM successfully booted using this version instead of 3.0.2 (Don't ask me the reason for it..)
Once you have downloaded, flash it through ODIN (the TAR file) or through existing TWRP (using ISO image).
Step 2:
Make a backup of your current ROM so that you can revert to it in case of unsuccessful flash.
Step 3:
Go to Wipe (in TWRP)-----> Factory reset (do this 3 times.....yes, 3 times!)
Then, go to Advanced Wipe & wipe Dalvik/ART cache,Cache,Data,Internal Storage, System (Do not wipe external SD Card).
Hit the back button to come out of the "wipe window"
Step 4:
Click on "Install" and choose the files in following order:
a) Dr Ketan's ROM
b) Data Fix for the ROM
c) Kernel
d) SuperSU (I used beta 2.71)
Once the flashing process is finished, reboot the system and wait for the phone to boot.
It will take a long time (around 10-15 minutes) to boot.
Once you are on setup wizard screen, choose to apply "Dr Ketan's fix" and then you can proceed like you do in any other ROM.
Downloads:
TWRP: https://dl.twrp.me/trltecan/
(Choose TAR or ISO as per your choice and flash accordingly)
ROM:
http://www.drketanrom.com/n910g.html
(All credit goes to Dr Ketan for his hard work & awesome ROM)
(Its for G variant)
Data FIX:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/not...guidehow-to-flash-dr-ketan-rom-6-0-1-t3364025
(Credit goes to @dr.ketan, & @Lanc-City for providing all the required info)
Kernel:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/snapdragon-dev/kernel-h-vitamin-t3364213
(The credit for this Kernel goes to @Hani K.)
Super SU:
It can be found here on XDA
(Credit goes to @Chainfire)
Note: I am in no way to be credited for all this as the links provided above are a result of hard work from the respective developers. I have just compiled all the links into one thread so that it can help anyone like me to switch to other ROM.
Also, neither I nor any of the above mentioned developers/members are responsible for any fault that may arise due to improper flash or other reasons..
Do all of it at your own risk!
Last but not the least, I would like to thank @ricohz for helping me out when I was stuck in some steps..
(In the screen-shot attached, the model number is 920T for obvious reasons...so don't ask why it's not 910P..)
Do note that the APNs have to be edited manually, else the data connectivity would not be there!
(This thread should benefit the non-Sprint users........)
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what about flashing a stock N910F rom is it possible ?
if it is could you PLEASE, provide a flashable zip for N910F rom

Shiva758 said:
Finally it worked . Actually i am doing ( kernel) mistake .Thanks for providing direct links and for your kind help.
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Glad to know that you finally made it to boot.

Hossam. AbdELHakim said:
what about flashing a stock N910F rom is it possible ?
if it is could you PLEASE, provide a flashable zip for N910F rom
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I don't think that you can directly flash the stock ROM of "F variant" directly. Doing so might result in a bricked device.
My advise to you will be to carry out the procedure as stated in this thread.
The ROM provided in this thread is 99% stock so you will not face any compatibility issues.

got echoe data fix MO here I come fallow by Dr ketans data fix should apply to all roms with minor tweaks

ricohz said:
NICE
SPRINT USERS IF YOU FLASH THIS TEXT WON'T GO OUT
MMS ARE FINE TEXT COME IN BUT WON'T GO OUT
this works for him because he's using a gsm sim card
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Will third party apps work for text?
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Frequently asked questions (Beginners guide through forum) A6000

I don't want to be rude but I am starting to get a little annoyed with same questions repeating over and over on all threads so i decided to post some answers here where they could be easily accessed.
1. Q:""Can i flash this Marshmallow/Lollipop/Nougat rom over my stock KitKat?"
A:The answer in most cases is that you cant (except in ED300 CM12.1 Rom but its still preferred that you flash stock Lollipop firmware separately).For those who don't want to waste their time flashing Stock rom there is an alternative flash-able zip could be found here
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/len...itkat-lolipop-firmware-base-switcher-t3249046 - for A6000
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/how-to/firmware-base-switcher-a6000-plus-t3411914 - for A6000 Plus.
2.Q:"Where can i find TWRP recovery for my firmware?"
A:Here you go
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/how-to/twrp-development-wt86518-t3498524 - Lollipop/Marshmallow/Nougat recovery developed by TingyiChen
- https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B2xkkOmw_M2NNXlVYnFYZnRIZHc?usp=sharing - made by SevenMaxs
TWRP 2.8.6.1 Is KitKat only compatible recovery
TWRP 2.8.7.7 Is Lollipop only compatible recovery
TWRP 3.0.2.0 Is Lollipop/Marshmallow/Nougat compatible recovery
*I couldn't find official links so i uploaded files to my google drive if any developer has a problem with this he can DM me and i will update the links *
3.Q:"Does this rom support VoLTE?"
A:So long there isnt a rom that supports VoLTE (As far as i know).There is some lib or source code problem with VoLTE (idk i am not a developer).There is a thread about this topic here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/help/lenovo-a6000-plus-volte-support-t3418004 -
4.Q:"Does this rom/kernel support OTG?"
A:No there is not.OTG support is a kernel feature that isnt available for our device.Maybe devharsh1998 is working on this maybe he isnt who knows be patient.
5.Q"Which rom is the best?"
A:Answer for this question is subjective you can always easily try couple of them.I like mshoaib7 ports i am currently on Nexus Experience ROM but i plan on switching to nougat soon.
6.Q"ED300 links aren't working?"
A:ED300 isn't developing for our device anymore and his thread links are not working but you can try some of the files that are on his androidfilehost folder
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=96089
This isn't tested by me and since the development stopped they are not recommended since bugs can't be fixed anymore.
7.Q"My phone is bricked heeeellllppppp?!?!"
A:If you are stuck on a splash screen/bootlogo
Can you enter recovery by restarting your phone and holding vol+ and vol-.If answer is yes just reflash the rom or try different one.If you cant enter recovery mode but can enter fastboot mod by holding vol - when restarting the device then follow this quide :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/how-to/how-to-bring-phone-to-life-fastboot-t3561070
If your phone is showing only black screen or isnt booting at all you can try QFIL unbricking method
Disclaimer:
Nothing of this is my work all credits go to the developers i am just trying to make it easier for the developers and to try and answer noobier questions that are flooding the development threads.If you think some answers need further explanations or you have some more questions feel free to PM me.Enjoy roms and happy flashing
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Reserved

8.Q:How to change cache and data to f2fs
A:You need to have a recovery that supports f2fs thats burgexx and tingychan 3.0.3.0 and 3.0.2.0 twrp
Be ware all your data will be wiped!
Step 1: go to wipe format data type yes and wipe all
Step 2: Comeback slide the option "Slide to do factory Reset"
Step 3: Go to Advanced Wipe Section Select all Partitions "Expect SD-Card/External Storage"
Step 4: Wipe them all
Step 5: after wipe is complete select cache "Click on change file system type" and you will find f2fs option there hit it
Step 6: Do same for data that is Select "data " click "Change File System type" hit f2fs
Step 7: Flash Latest Rom & Gapps Reboot enjoy
Thanks to @somnath pal for his short but clear tutorial
Also you need to be sure that rom that you plan on using suports f2fs (dev harsh roms and some of the mshoaib ports)
And also kernel (for now only Phantom-Reborn)
9.Q:My IMEI is lost what should i do??!
A:Follow this guide
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/how-to/fix-signal-imei-lenovo-a6000-a6000-via-t3421021
10.Q:How to flash official firmware/rom?
A: Go to this thread,https://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/how-to/lenovo-a6010-plus-stock-rom-t3407963
find ROM for your device download it.Unpack zip transfer system.zip and yourregion.zip (yourregion.zip is optional and if you live in india its probably india.zip) and flash it in TWRP recovery.Go to wipe, swipe to factory reset then go to install and select system.zip ,swipe to install it then select yourregion.zip and swipe again,reboot.If you are having problems with TWRP flash stock recovery via fastboot or flashify etc..

Thanks for this thread but there are still a lot of noobs asking for volte

Hi, phone water damaged 2 days ago..
I tried and saved it. But now Camera and flash not working.
Whenever I open camera it says "stopped working".
Is there still water inside out? Camera?
What I can do?? I tried clean flashing latest RR ROM.
But it says the same thing.
Anything hardware related repair can be done from home?
How much it will cost for camera and flash repair? For a6000+
Thank you.

Can anyone pls make a latest miui rom for lenovo a6000 plus???pls,pls

When will you Create Android OREO 8.0 Based Custom ROM
For Lenovo a6000, Im very Excited about Android OREO ???

Im facing this network dropping issue in my lenovo a6000+. whenever i call someone network drops or sometimes when i try to load insta video.and its also effects second slot sim.pleasss help me im sick of this problem.any solution? Im using miui 8.2 stable custom rom .

amit.tiger12 said:
Hi, phone water damaged 2 days ago..
I tried and saved it. But now Camera and flash not working.
Whenever I open camera it says "stopped working".
Is there still water inside out? Camera?
What I can do?? I tried clean flashing latest RR ROM.
But it says the same thing.
Anything hardware related repair can be done from home?
How much it will cost for camera and flash repair? For a6000+
Thank you.
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Its probably hardware problem.Camera or flat cable died from water.

Muzzamil Zamil said:
When will you Create Android OREO 8.0 Based Custom ROM
For Lenovo a6000, Im very Excited about Android OREO ???
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I am not a developer i am just helping them.Dont spam threads with this question.Developers have life outside xda and when they manage to get it working they will share it with us

JovanSijacki said:
Its probably hardware problem.Camera or flat cable died from water.
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I tried replacing other device camera..
I tried replacing it with Lenovo vibe p1m camera.
When opened camera application it shows front camera without any problem but does not show back camera.

How can I root my phone?

pampiii21 said:
How can I root my phone?
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Install a custom recovery and flash a root solution from the recovery like magisk.

What is the safe overclocking value in lenovo a6000 1 GB variant (GPU..CPU)

Dennyave1
How do I install without the Android 9 PC and everything related to this process on the Lenovo A6000 with Android 5.0.2? Is this possibility of installation at all real (possible) ??? ... I am technical since birth technical antitalent, if possible I ask for a description of how to process to be successful answere !!! ?