Samsung Galaxy S2

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mercurial said:
That's a bit over the top, I reckon. According to gsmarena.com, you have to look really, really hard and you need to know where to look to even see it. Not a dealbreaker by any stretch of the imagination.
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I'm not saying it is a deal breaker. Since we have seen the article and know where to look, I hope it doesn't bother us.
 
It seems everything is working the same as before. Did any of you guys rooted the s2? I'm shlt scare to try it again
 
Wag said:
Nearly manufactured a brick last night. I'm a noob and tried to root the s2. At the restart stage it just keep on hanging and nothing happened. By 2:00 this morning I found a file of about 500 mb to "flush" the phone. It's working again but I think it changes the sofware. Do not really what it was before but now it's -

Android version 2.3.3
Baseband version 19100XXKHD
Kernel version2.6.35.7-19100XWKDD-CL161513root@DELL103#2
Build number GINGERBREAD.XWKDD

What does this mean. Am I using a newer version now or is it a older version, and if it's a older version how can I correct it?
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Looks like you tried using the insecure kernel that was the first rooting technique (XWKDD). Chances are your phone is running XWKE7 as the firmware, so leaving the old kernel should work, but its not 'on par' with the rest of your system.

Personally, I ran a more recent rooting kernel, as it comes with some built in backup utils. I would recommend using this one, as you don't need to bother with superoneclick or anything anymore... Same guy who released the original insecure kernel.

Fairly easy to follow instructions.

If you don't like the yellow triangle on boot, there's instructions on the second post. Just make sure you follow very, very closely and you'll need the XWKE7 stock kernel from here, password for the zip is intratech@XDA (as seen in this thread)

Hope this helps! You should be able to follow the instructions from where your phone is at the moment.
 
Murfle said:
Looks like you tried using the insecure kernel that was the first rooting technique (XWKDD). Chances are your phone is running XWKE7 as the firmware, so leaving the old kernel should work, but its not 'on par' with the rest of your system.

Personally, I ran a more recent rooting kernel, as it comes with some built in backup utils. I would recommend using this one, as you don't need to bother with superoneclick or anything anymore... Same guy who released the original insecure kernel.



Fairly easy to follow instructions.

If you don't like the yellow triangle on boot, there's instructions on the second post. Just make sure you follow very, very closely and you'll need the XWKE7 stock kernel from here, password for the zip is intratech@XDA (as seen in this thread)

Hope this helps! You should be able to follow the instructions from where your phone is at the moment.
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Thanx for the info. Will have a look at it today and if it is a easy process i'm going to try it.
 
To be fair, I have yet to hear of anyone completely bricking their SGS2 yet.
 
droplet said:
there's nothing quite like rooting-panic when something appears to go wrong... :/
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It's that numbness that make it it so bad and I can't believe it-feeling that is so bad when you realise it's not going according to plan
 
After last night nightmare I'm way to scared to try it again on my own.
 
it's worth it though, i reckon. the satisfaction is wonderful. and having a phone that is tailored to YOU rocks. it's awesome when other people use it and you get to gloat :P
 
I managed to download the XWKE7 stock kernel file in zip format, when I try to unzip it a error appear. Is it possible to email the file,if you still have it.
 
Maddmatt said:
Came across this on the XDA forums:
http://www.gelaskins.com/store/skins/phones/Samsung_Galaxy_S_II

It protects your phones body, and you can cover it with a skin of your choice (they will even make one from your own picture). Great way to personalise your phone.
Combined with a screen protector, your phone should be well protected.

Think I'll get that for myself when/if I buy another SGS2 (gonna kiss my brand new one goodbye tomorrow when it gets shipped to the buyer).

I don't know if they ship to SA but maybe you can convince them to mail it in an envelope, to avoid any fees.
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You can get these at a kiosk at Canal Walk on the top level near Incredible Deception, but they are not cheap. R240 odd a pop. There are some quite pretty ones though. I think I will try and get one from the site mentioned and see what happens (not for SII, just for the old S).
 
IdlePhaedrus said:
You can get these at a kiosk at Canal Walk on the top level near Incredible Deception, but they are not cheap. R240 odd a pop. There are some quite pretty ones though. I think I will try and get one from the site mentioned and see what happens (not for SII, just for the old S).
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Ordered this: http://www.gelaskins.com/store/skins/phones/Galaxy_S_Vibrant_Intl/Loose_Leaf for $18.50 including shipping (20 working days apparently). Half the price of the kiosk at Canal Walk (and I don't remember them doing the front, only the back). Will report back.

Phaedrus
 
Handtec have just dropped their price of the SGSII to 491 (409 ex vat) :D

Time to Order!!
 
Hmmmmm.... And with the pound back at R11, this seems to be a good deal again.

Royal Mail or DHL? I don't like hearing of how one person paid R800 in taxes, and another paying R1300
 
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