A cell phone has long ceased to be a luxury and has become a daily necessity. But there are situations when this tool also needs help.
Situation times. You bought a brand new cell phone, and with trembling hands you turn it on for the first time. But ... Such a long-awaited feeling of happiness is replaced by disappointment. The sensor slows down, applications start for several minutes, the menu is buggy, and adding music is completely impossible. What it is? And what to do? The first thing that comes to mind is the Internet. And with trembling hands of indignation you clog your cry of the soul in a search engine (see questions above). And you see the answer: cell phone firmware will help eliminate the flaws. Further, more calmly, you type the phrase "how to flash the phone."
Situation two. You are the owner of a great cell phone, say Samsung. It works like a clock, just do not get enough. Yes, it is really impeccable, your gadget, but you have a bad habit of drinking coffee with a phone in your hands. And then oops! Your sweet hot coffee is spilled on your beloved Samsung. And all - hello, daisies: the phone does not turn on and does not respond to any button. At best, you will look in a white screen. What to do? Of course, run to the computer and ask the same question to the Internet. Further, as in paragraph 1.
Situation three. You do not have any problems with your Samsung, but you want to expand its functionality, add new "chips". What are you going to do? Again, ask the omniscient network the question: how to flash a Samsung phone?
Yes, the Internet knows everything: both how to flash a phone, and how to flash your phone. But do you know what the word firmware means? And this is a complete replacement for the entire operating system and software of your beloved phone. The firmware can either restore the original system or improve certain functions of the phone: fix errors of previous versions, add new themes, update software, improve performance, improve signal quality and much, much more.
So, getting down to the process? The firmware is usually intended for a certain phone model of a certain brand. Therefore, if you have Samsung, then in the search engine you need to hammer in a specific question: how to flash the Samsung phone. Even better if you specify a model. But there are general recommendations:
- fully charge the battery. This is necessary so that in case of some overlays the firmware would not interrupt in the middle
- it is better if the latest and tested version of KIES is installed on your computer, Samsung Kies for Samsung. You can do without it, but then you will need to install all the drivers for your device yourself
- it’s better to remove the SIM card from the phone (just in case)
- the computer must have at least 3 gigabytes of free space
- disabling antivirus (and / or fairwall) would be highly desirable. This is done to avoid various unforeseen situations caused by a conflict between the firmware and the antivirus.
- always stock up on several fresh versions of the MultiLoader program (also for every fireman) or other firmware programs
- along with working firmware, download and instructions that step by step tells how to flash the phone. Before work, study this manual to the point, and if you don’t understand or misunderstand something, wander through special forums where you can find the answer to your question or ask it
- The firmware should be designed specifically for your smartphone
Now we can talk about programs for Samsung firmware. They vary by phone operating system.
For Samsung on Android there are simple and easy-to-use programs Odin3 and Odin Multi Downloader . They are suitable for almost all Galaxy, including Tab and SII.
There is another good program for the same models.
OCTANS Downloader is perfect for the Windows Mobile platform - this small and very light program flashes Samsung Omnia II, GT-I8000, WiTu AMOLED phones and other single platforms.
MultiLoader MFC works with Broadcom and Qualcomm, which is designed for firmware s5230, s5620, s5250, s8000, s5350, s5560 and other modern phones on these platforms.
OneNAND Downloader is another convenient program for flashing Samsung D-Series and E-Series: D600, D500, D820, D900, E340, E350, E360, E730, E750, E380, E500, E250, etc.
As already mentioned, working firmware should be matched to the phone model. Now, in general terms, you know how to flash a phone, and you can not only fix factory “glitches” and the consequences of your own clumsiness, but also make it much cooler than it was. What, take the "thread", "needles" and sew your Samsung?