Enter Custom ROMs, Samsung I9100 Galaxy S II Source Code

Samsung has just released the source code of their new I9100 Galaxy S II Android flagship. This will presumably open the floodgates and custom ROMs and kernels for the extremely popular device will now start appearing at a rapid speed.
Given the really high interest that the Galaxy S II has been enjoying so far we are expecting a good chunk of the knowledgeable XDA-developers user base to start working their magic on the released code.
We are also waiting to see if the Samsung Galaxy S II will join the Cyanogen Mod party quicker than its successor. The original Galaxy S was really slow to get a taste of the aftermarket firmware with a stable version appearing just a few weeks ago – towards the end of the device’s retail life.
If you are no stranger to building custom ROMs or making kernel tweaks, feel free to check out the released source code, by following the link below.

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Unpack/repack .apk Files

This tutorial is about how to unpacking and repacking .apk files. Intended for people who don't want to mess with Command Prompt, or for those who want to do it in graphical user interface.
Requirements:
-An archive manager, such as WinZip, WinRar, or Power Archiver, that is capable of extracting and making .rar archives
-Formatter .  Click to download

How to unpack .apk files:

1. Open Formatter (Are you already have it downloaded and installed on your computter?)
2. Click the "Choose File" button and choose your apk file. Then, in the first text box, enter ".rar" (without quotes). After that, enter your desired name for your .rar archive and click the big "Rename!" button
3. Go to the folder where your .apk file was. You should see a .rar archive, named by the name you entered in Formatter. Extract it with your archive manager

How to repack .apk files:

1. Compress the extracted files in a .rar archive (compress them normally like any other archive)
2. Open Formatter
3. Choose the .rar archive you made a minute ago
4. Set the format to .apk
5. Set the name to whatever you want
6. Click the big "Rename!" button

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Flashing Samsung Galaxy Gio Using ODIN

Flashing refers to the overwriting of existing data on ROM modules present in a electronic device with new data. This can be done to upgrade a device or to change the provider of a service associated with the function of the device, such as changing from one mobile phone service provider to another or installing a new operating system.
Keep in your mind (important): Always  make your device to a factory setting(reset) in order flashing activity. it is intended to avoid glitches and distractions.
Ok, let's assume that you have done above important step, then here we go:

1. Extract and Run Samsung S5660 Galaxy Gio ODIN 4.42 Downloader on your Desktop.
2. Open ODIN and Click OPS button and select and load: Gio_v1.0.ops (If you want to flash single file(.tar) click on Single package and locate the single .tar file in single package option . skip to step 7)
3. Click BOOT button and select and load: APBOOT_S5660xxxxx_CL940762_REV03_user_low_true.tar.md5
4. Click PDA button and select and load: CODE_S5660xxxxx_CL940762_REV03_user_low_true.tar.md5
5. Click PHONE button and select: MODEM_S5660xxxxx_CL928654_REV03.tar.md5
6. Click CSC button and select: GT-S5660-MULTI-CSC-Oxxxxx.tar.md5
7.  Turn the Samsung Galaxy Gio into Download mode by pressing ( Volume Down + OK + Power ) together.
8. Connect Cable phone to pc Make sure that the program detect the phone.
9. Click Start button if all set and ready,and wait until the program will finished downloading files. A word PASS! will appear if the flashing successfully completes.

If you follow the step by step carefully, your  phone will then reboot, and you can check and then approve the newly downloaded firmware version by typing *#1234# and then do a full reset by typing this Code *2767*3855#

Download ODIN
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Get Root On Android - How To Rooting Samsung Gio

Android is open-source operating system released by Google. Since its platform is open source, which is mean that we can spread, open, and use the source code without break the copyright of its OS. Like UNIX and Linux and other GPL software, we are free to modify the source code of its software. Google and other members of the Open Handset Alliance collaborated on Android’s development and release. The latest release is Android 3.1, according to the authority website of Android.
Root mode is the highest access mode on Linux-based operating systems. This mode then can be applied for another Linux operating system, including Android. Rooting Android is term to describe the root mode process.

Advantages and Disadvantages Root Mode
When we decide to get root on android, then we know the risks. Because of rooting Android device is break the rule of the vendor that released the device. There are some advantages we can reach when we rooting our Android:

• We are able and have the unlimited access to the Android system.
• We are able to Install applications on memory card and install other applications that need root certainly.
• We can uninstall the default applications vendor that usually not-so-important for our purposes
• Backup App + System Installation custom ROM for security.
• Access to system files is fully Android.
• Because root is the highest mode, we can overclock overall processor performance. But the consequences is make batteries become more wasteful consumption.

Beside the advantages that described above, there are several risks you have to know before rooting your Android device:

• Warranty missing (sorry if you disappointed, it’s just one

How To Rooting?
After we know and aware the advantages and disadvantages of rooting on Android, then make a decision. If you brave enough, follow this instruction. In this tutorial, I used the Samsung Gio, for other device please use with your own risk. This tutorial is intended in Windows machine. And here we go:

1. Firstly, install driver Gio or software Kies. What is Kies??? Samsung Kies is a Key PC software with Intuitive, Easy and Simple usability. Samsung Kies provides Samsung device users with easy data backup, transfer, powerful multimedia management, and convenient purchase features. Source: Samsung authorize website.
2. Have not installed Microsoft. NET Framework V.2??? Download it from Microsoft website.
3. Download Superoneclick software from this link from the internet, just search through Google with keyword SuperOneClickv1.7, this file is located on Hotfile. Or you can download from internet with this keyword SuperOneClickv165.html.
4. Set your Android USB, go from Settings> Applications> Development. Check USB Debugging / To Debug the USB.
5. Plug USB to PC and cellphone, then wait until the driver installation is complete. You can enjoy your coffee at this part.
6. Extract Superoneclick and run as administrator (if Windows 7 or Vista), then click the root and wait (again) until the process is complete. When completed, a message “root files have been installed” appear.
7. Finish.

Congratulations, you has already completed the process of rooting on Android. Before android root access,  restart your cellphone first. Remember, use with your own risk and make sure you follow the instruction correctly.

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