Update Samsung Galaxy S I9000 to Gingerbread Android 2.3.2
So, finally time has come to tell you guys that Gingerbread 2.3 has arrived for Samsung Galaxy S I 9000 and you will be further happy to know that you will now be in a position to install the same on your phone effortlessly. Just read the instructions carefully before flashing your device.
Important Instructions:
1. Ensure that you are having Samsung Galaxy S GT I9000 as the firmware is only for this phone and not for any other similar phones like Captivate, mesmerize Fascinate, Epic, I 9003 etc though that might look similar.
2. Back up all your data including messages, contacts and also all the third party applications which you have either installed from Android Market Place or from any other sources.
3. It is very important to enter in the download mode before flashing the firmware in your phone, if you cannot enter into download mode then you can solve this bug from here.
4. The things which you will be needing while flashing is Samsung Galaxy S I9000 phone, micro USB cable,Odin v1.3, Gingerbread 2.3.2 Android Firmware and PIT 512 file which have to be downloaded.
5. Irrespective of whichever may be the current stock version like 2.2 or 2.2.1 or even XXJPY, XWJS3, you can update with this Gingerbread version. Also, additionally many might have installed Voodoo lag fixes in your device, so even with this you can flash your device. Also, read the instructions fully once and then proceed to flash as you will be well versed with the steps.
6. PLEASE SELECT ONLY 512 PIT and not any other PIT like 802 or 803 etc.
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Hello
I’m having little problem downloading the Gingerbread android 2.3.2.
I have downloaded Odin v1.3, Gingerbread 2.3.2 Android Firmware and PIT 512. I opened Odin and connected the phone to it. Then I entered those files in and clicked on start then I got a big red ”FAIL!” over the yellow thing. Here’s what it said in the description:
Added!!
Odin v.3 engine (ID:3)..
File analysis..
Enter CS for MD5..
Can’t open the specified file. (Line: 443)
All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
PS: It did not load when I clicked start, I just got this message
I hope you can help me, thanks.
@Taim restart pc as well as phone and then retry the process, firmware will be successfully updated!
I restarted the phone and computer, but still getting the same problem..
Also, sorry for posting this twice, got a little bit laggy when I posted the first one..
@taim have you tried installing the 2.3.3 XWJVB version?
Nope, haven’t tried that. Where can I download that?
@taim you can make use of search option in the site to find all your android needs.
http://androidadvices.com/how-to-update-samsung-galaxy-s-i9000-to-stable-gingerbread-xwjvb-2-3-3-firmware/
WOHOO It worked, thanks man!
Hi
I’ve got a samsung galaxy s I9000 and wanted to update to gingerbread android 2.3.2.
I downloaded Odin v1.3, Gingerbread 2.3.2 Android Firmware and PIT 512, opened odin, connected my phone and entered the required files. When I clicked on the ‘start’ button, I got a big red ”FAIL!” over the yellow thing and got this error message in the description:
Added!!
Odin v.3 engine (ID:3)..
File analysis..
Enter CS for MD5..
Can’t open the specified file. (Line: 443)
All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
I really hope you could help me with this problem.
Thanks
- Taim
@taim flash with the latest 2.3.3
where can I find version 2.3.3?
Hi Pradeep,
Thank you very much for your great tutorial!!!! Though I lost my contacts madly, I enjoy with my pretty Gingerbread version.
Peace
Thank you for the clear simple tutorial , I lost The Arabic language on my Galaxy S gt i9000 . please help me with that cause I’m lost .
Hi Pradeep,
Once again, I was happy with after gingerbread success installation, Now worried toomuch, My phone ringing for incomming call, but there is no display to attend the call, it happens many time. Also phone goes sleep mode, i mean there is no display only black, even i press home key any other key no response, I only restart phone by removing battery. It happen me 3 time today. Any solution for it? should I go back to previous version? PLease anyone got the same issue just share with me how u tackled?
Thanks
waiting for your solutions!!!!!!
@vishva install the 2.3.3 version for your Galaxy S!
@vishva you can install xxjvk 2.3.3 from here,
http://androidadvices.com/update-samsung-galaxy-s-gt-i9000-stable-gingerbread-xxjvk/
Exactly this happened to me. I have the 2.3.4 version.
I am wondering if I install 2.2 do I get rid the black screen issue?
you can update with XXJVS 2.3.5 version of firmware!
Thanks v much – thought my phone was bricked for about 10 seconds, now on 2.3!! thanks!!
hi there neal!
can you please help me here..
ive updated from 2.1 to 2.3…but then after its successfully installed..i happened to cant enter android market..and it shows “cant establish a reliable data connection to the server”
help me
@amran check with the service provider and connection settings to the internet!
Neal,
Thanks for the video just updated my phone. It works great. I have one question though, I can’t seem to open the specific areas in the market. I can open the market but when i go to specific categories (e.g. Socials) it just gives me a blank page. I could use search to find the programs and then install it. I don’t have any installation problem. Can you shed some light on this?
Hi Neal,
I updated my I9000 phone and it works perfectly.
im still testing it
Thanks alot Neal,
You are the best !
Hello Neal, I have successfully upgrade my phone to latest gingerbread, just want to know how can I configure the proxy to use internet in the office. Appreciate your support
Hi Neal,
I have a problem with my I9000 phone after update.
most of my old games like – Modern combat warfare 2 , dungeon hunter , splinter cell etc.
crash after couple of minutes and i press “home key” and nothing happens. i must reset my phone for that.
can you give me some tips pls ?
Thanks,
John
Hi all anyone in Australia do this update?I am tired of waiting for optus to release 2.3. Also is my phone locked to optus to have to unlock or root jailbreak the phone before doing this update?
@JP i don’t recommend you to update the operator locked phones as the end result is not known!
Hi Neal,
Thanks a lot for the update. I’m new to android and i did this within 4 days of my purchasing the new phone. Thats only because you have explained it in such easy steps and have given proper hyperlinks to download files that are needed. Never seen such a complete instruction set before. Kudos. Please continue the good work.
Kind regards
Vibushan
thanks @Vibhushan for the appreciation. We look forward to your Continued support and appreciation ahead!
Hey Neal,
I found that the proxy settings are not available on the gingerbread update. Is there any app that you can recommend (free app). I looked at ASProxy but it is $5.99 (I think) and I want to connect to my University Wireless. I used to connect it when I had Froyo 2.2 though apps were restricted. Can you name an app that can allow apps access as well?
Thanks
Kind regards
Vibushan
Hey Neal,
Somtimes my I9000 phone is freazing in a blank screen with error codes:
KERNEL PANIC
UPLOAD MODE
AST-STAT =0X4
PMIC_IRQ1 =0XC0
PCMIC_IRQ2 =0X0
PCMIC_IRQ3 =0X1
PCMIC_IRQ4 =0X0
PCMIC_STATUS1 =0X0
PCMIC_STATUS2 =0X0
can you help me pls ?
Thanks,
John
i failed!!! what shud i do now? anyone? please help me
@tanshihlek may i know wat’s the exact issue!?
Hi Neal,
Do you have a rom that include OpenGL 2.0 ?
now i have: openGL ES-Cm 1.1
and did you discovered somthing with that errors ?
Thanks,
John
hey guys i have my galaxy s i9000 running on froyo 2.2. Can someone please tell how to update to this gingerbread 2.3.2??? because i did all the steps but i bricked my phone cause it is on froyo someone help on how to remove froyo or do something???? HELP !!
Dear Neal,
I used you suggestions. Firstly as everyone mentioned its was a great job. I to get back to Froyo as I am facing problems with 3G network. I am using Telfort network in Holland. I am facing some problems. Can you suggest me some link where I can easily follow steps to get back to Froyo. Thanks in advance.
Kind regards,
Sasanka.
@sasanka you want froyo 2.2 version or 2.2.1 version?
Dear Neal, I need version 2.2.1. Thanks in advance.
Best regards,
Sasanka.
@neal is any new offical firmware launched after 2.2.1?? i dnt wnt any beta version plz…
first time i have ever used odin and done this and it has worked perfectly!! however on 2 occasions i have had my phone go into kernal fear upload mode (i think) and i switch it off and on again and its fine. also the swpye does not work but oh well at least the pone isnt bricked
@craig you can try the latest 2.3.3 version of XWJVH for SGS at androidadvices.com
Hi Neal,
I had a problem while updating the firmware. My galaxy s is on froyo 2.2 right now but I wanted to know if I have to change to another firmware to sucessfully update to this gingerbread 2.3.2?? I am pretty new to this so sorry if it is a dumb question.
Thx Frankie.
It just Soft-Bricked my Galaxy S. I have a problem with the SBL.BIN file… anny help will be very very gratful.. Thanks in advance.
whats the password? tried to unzip the files with win rar but its asking for a password
Hi i followed this guide very carefully and when finished the first box says “Pass 3:9″ but the next box says “FAIL!”
as far as i can tell it flashed fine but does this mean that i have to do it again??
would really like a reply
Cheers Justin
@justin i think you flashed your phone with the wrong fw!
THANKS A LOT ! BUDDY. IT WORK GREATTTT !@!
just 1 question.
can i install any kinda darky’s custom rom 9.5 after installing this.
plz help or suggest which rom can i install .
@ujju yes but its very unstable and has major battery issues!
hi neal thanks 4 ur valuable information. i can use 2.3 very well. i want to clear that if when the android releases 2.4 then can i upgrade 2.3to 2.4pls reply
Done upgrade my galaxy s from Froyo 2.2.1…Gingerbread really easy to install with Odin & brilliant step by step intructions in here. My Samsung Galaxy smooth,zippy without any error!! Thank q so much Neal!
update: Kies : “This device cannot update” – the only error in Kies.
Can i upgrade to 2.4 if it release??
yes @azmi you can for sure!
hey neal,
thanks so much for the tutorial. it’s a HUGE help!
i bought my phone directly from koreo and has not had any support from samsung on how to update it. i was wondering since my phone does not connect to the original kies to backup my data when i update to gingerbread will i lose all of my apps, contacts etc in the update and have to reinstall everything? i understand settings will all be lost, but not being able to use kies on it has really crippled my ability to back much up.
thanks again
cheers
b
Hello Team,
Thanks for this,i upgraded my phone ti gingerbread.Thanks for ur great idea
@neal is any new offical firmware launched after 2.2.1??
hi
i really like the tutorial.
im new to android. i bought my phone from t-mobile.
i notice that your phone has 3 softkeys whilw mine has 4.
my phone is a galaxy s vibrant.
my phone is already rooted because its running this info
when i purchased it
overstock 1.2Ghz – 2.4.1 #8
simply honey vibrant edition v1.0
so my question is this…….
with all this differences (hardware and software) would it be safe to follow your video tutorial ?
thanks
lol im scared
krone
@Krone only proceed if your phone is GT I9000
hi thanks for the reply
ok im gonna ask a stupid question.
when i goto “about phone ” on my phone it shows
that im running a GT-I9000 however, behind the battery
the label says the model is SGH t959
this is the exact phone that im running
http://www.userguidemanual.com/samsung-galaxy-s-vibrant-sgh-t959-user-guide-manual/
thanks for your help
lol
the question was
is the t959 the gt-i9000 or is the t595 something different ?
what should i do
thanks
upgraded samsung galaxy s eclair v. to gingerbread 2.3.3 and factory reset/format, cleared cache files.
Stable application faster than before, thanks…
But my free market softwares seem to be lost for example i lost sound hound and i could not install it from market.
Please little help…
Hey Neal,
I got a problem, I finished downloading the GingerbreAd 2.3, but I dont know the password for unzipping the file? what is it? I try to use the password “androidadvices.com” but it doesn’t work. i dont know why?
how is it?
hope you will reply. .
it should work!
my doesnt work every time i press start it says on the odin “FAIL”
Excellent! Works great on my black market no brand gti9000. Thank you so much!
hello dear,
i upgrade my phone to gingerbread,but it hangs many times in a day and i have to put out the battery to restart.please provide me the link for its last firmware 2.2 froyo,so that i can install that
@harvinder singh hi, install XXJVK 2.3.3 for your SGS!
hi neal followed ur step by step been 10 mins and phone still hasnt reset
@jai try XXJVO 2.3.3 firmware from androidadvices.com
By the way neal, my phone is GT-I9000M? is Gingerbread 2.3 may work on it?
need your reply again neal. .
Thanks.
By the way neal, I bought my phone here in canada calgary, my phone is GT-I9000M? there’s an “M” at the end of it. is Gingerbread 2.3 may work on it? or it is able to upgrade it to gingerbread 2.3? because im little bit confused.
need your reply again neal. .
Thanks.
no @Dunn dont proceed with the update!
Hi i have a quick question
does this “upgrade” work on the Galaxy S Facinate for telus?
FYI the galaxy s facinate for telus is different from the mesmorized facinate
NO @JASON it doesn’t work on telus!
Ok, thanks for the reply neal, i suppose to be do that upgrade. so why is it not able to do the update?can you explain it to me?? so what i supposed me to do? so that my phone may have that gingerbread update? because i really want to try that gingerbread. do you have an advice what can i do?
hey ive just updated everything working fine except my internet connection, having issues connecting to netim new and dont know what to do. ive restarted and checked my network settings all seem fine but still can not connect have any ideas?
@dylan you will have to configure the APN Settings to get an access to Internet!
when i press start on the odin after i put every thing in it says “fail” every time i do it
what does it mean “cant open the specified file.(line:443)
@zain you can try the news update of xxjvo 2.3.3 for Galaxy S at http://www.androidadvices.com
what des that do
iv tried it but it still says it ha sfail.istheir some thing wrong whith my computer /phone
@zain wats the exact issue?
hi neal, can i upgrade dis os 2 samsung galaxy mini????
reply soon
no @npkganesh is not available for Mini as of now!
hi neal >>
i have an another doubt,,,,, where 2 select recover mode,,, wat does it use?? y 2 select dis??
@npkganesh as soon as you finish loading the firmware, just go to recovery mode to clear cache!
thanks dude.. workng fine! though the DIOpen Chinese writing option was gone.. any other option for writing pinyin ?
@dimes18 no not as of now!
hi frnds i have a doubt, pls clear it. if i already installed gingerbread 2.3.3 xxjvk. now i am going 2 install XXJVK Android 2.3.3 ROM for Galaxy S, wat i have to select, xxjvk with bootloaders or without bootloaders for rom
@npkganesh to keep it simple i would say just follow the TUTORIAL!
@neal ths is d 3rd tym m asking u…is any new official firmware launched for galaxy S gt i9000???plz do reply n if yes then plz give me d link….
yes @ayush =an all new firmware of XXJVO 2.3.3 has arrived for Galaxy S. Go to site http://www.androidadvices.com
thnx a lot neal…
n ya ryt nw m using 2.2.1 as u recommended….n is ths a officical 1?
thanxx very much thats really great
heey,
can anybody help me? i wanted to upgrade but after doing this my usb got lose, now there is just a pic of a fail in the connection between my phone and the computer… it doesn’t react to anything… any idea?? please??
@eldin try installing the latest 2.3.3 XXJVO from http://www.androidadvices.com
Hello Neal. Thanks for the post. Really helpful. I just upgraded to 2.3.3 XXJVO and it’s working perfect. The only problem is that now on the home screen, there are only 2 shortcuts available at the bottom of the home screen (only Phone and Applications instead of also Contacts and Messaging that where there before). Is there a way to add them there as well or did something go wrong with the upgrade? They were really helpful where they were before..
Thanks, Kyris.
@kyris try installing the latest 2.3.3 XXJVO from http://www.androidadvices.com
Hi Neal. I just told you that that’s the version I’ve upgraded to. Firmware version: 2.3.3, Baseband version: I9000XXJVO, Build Number: GINGERBREAD.XXJVO. (Model Number: GT-I9000).
Please guys i need help! I just downloaded the Gingerbread 2.3.2 Android Firmware and its come with a password, any idea what the password is?
Thanks.
I try to use the password “androidadvices.com” but it doesn’t work
@shenter it will work, use password without the inverted comas!
Guys don’t worries, i got it and it’s working great, thanks guys for doing this
Hi Neal.
i have done my upgrading . . and i am very thankful to you.
now, the problem is that i was using a rooted 2.2 version of Samsung Galaxy.
After upgrading i have lost my rooty thing ! !… .the phone is no longer a superuser !
so, Can you Please tell me how to root this version ? The I9000XWJV1 ?
@hanju you will have to again root the device!
hi neal
how 2 install touch wiz 4.0…
hi neal// how 2 install touchwiz 4
Hello there,
Thank you very much for such a great tutorial. I did it and its stunning. I hope everything should be fine, I will keep you posted for any strange issues. Thanks again for your great work and its truly appreciated.
Thanks @Srinivas for the appreciation, do let us know if we could be of any help for your Android!
will this upgrade brick my phone ?
No @jas
neal can u please tell me will it brick my phone ?
whats the password
???
Hy, I have tried to update my phone the way you wrote in your post, but when I click start in Odin, at the status it keeps saying SetupConnection… and stays like that forever, I’ve tried it several times, same thing. What can I do ?
@daniel install XXJVO 2.3.3 firmware!
hi neal i need help /wat isthe password for /1900xwjv1.r.a.r file wheni try to unzip ask me to inter the ( password) thanks alot
hi neal /what is the (password) for /1900xwjv1 .r.a.r file when i try to unzip ask me to inter the (password) thanks alot for your help
hi neal
pls help,,, hw can i install tweaky rom 4 galaxy S??
rom 4, kindly elaborate the same. Not stable TW4 has been cracked till now!
install XXJVO 2.3.3 for Galaxy S
Thx for the tutorial……………very nice……….
May i ask y i cnt access into the market??
update with XXJVO 2.3.3
Many thanx for the simple tutorial…. took less than 10 minutes from start to finish to install…. I must say I am very impressed with the speed and smoothness Gingerbread offers… in particular searching my media files (i.e. photos and pinch zoom)…. and accessing/navigating web pages are very efficient/smooth.. Cheers
thanx a lot for the guides n infos..i’ve safely upgraded from froyo to gingerbread 2.3.3 juz now via Kies using your steps given here..thanx again..=) – afeeq
Excellent.. the video is truly awesome. Thanks a lot. I have successfully upgraded from Eclair to Gingerbread.
Hi Neal, .. i am currently on 2.3.2 XWJV1 where Swype and 3G does not work.. can you please let me know the most stable version of 2.3.3 or later and the link to upgrade on androidadvices.com.. thanks a lot
hi neal i need the password for /1900xwjv1.r.a.r file can yuo give it to me Thanks alot
do u know why the internet app cannot be use when im using 3g net work?
Hi
Done the upgrade, occasionally i notice when other people called u and when they hangup the whole phone just turn black and u have to reset it again.
Happens to most of my friends too….when is the new patch???
hey james you can proceed to install xxjvo!
dear i have samsung galaxy s with Froye which i upgraded from Eclair by using Kies. now many of my friends have upgraded to Gingerbread by using Kies. but Kies installed on my Laptop doesn’t show any update for Gingerbread. it says ur current version is up to date. i have this Galaxy S from T-mobile and i live in Pakistan. would u please guide me. Is it something to do with T-mobile??? like they haven’t released update to Gingerbread???
Regards
flashing the network locked handset is like taking a risk! its really your call to proceed to update or not!
Great guide..We’ll try this one with my SGS.
please download link
its there in the article buddy!
Hi,
First of all thanks for the detailed info. That was very easy to follow and update.
one Q – I see the samsung Kies showinf LATEST firmware as – PDA:JV6/PHONE:JV4/CSC:JV6(INU)
and after updating using ODIN i see my phone firmaware as – PDA:JV1/PHONE:JVE/CSC:JV1(INU)
Can explain this? is my firmware on some lower version?
yes, it has malfunctioned i guess! try updating with XXJVP 2.3.4 version from http://www.androidadvices.com
Install worked well, but now my home button doesn’t work and I can’t get cell signal. Wifi works fine…thoughts?
THE NEW VERSION OF 2.3.4 has arrived for SAMSUNG GALAXY S. http://www.androidadvices.com
Hello! Your tutorial is the best! I have an SGS I9000. Firmware is 2.1-update. Build number is Eclair.JPJG8 Question is, is it safe to proceed? I took it to our local Samsung service center. They were willing to upgrade it but they told me there was the risk that it won’t switch on again, hence, DEAD PHONE. They say it happens rarely but when it does, there is nothing you can do about it. Is it true? I really want to upgrade my phone but that so-called fact is giving me second thoughts. Please advice. Thanks!
By the way, my phone is working perfectly fine. I just wanted to upgrade it. That’s all. =)
yes @jinx this update is safe if followed the instructions carefully as its mentioned above!
does this new update improve internet speed & performance? sorry if it sounds like a silly question but that is what is most important to me, many thanks!
hey kim you are requested to update sgs with xxjvp 2.3.4
hey i downloaded as you said but could not open the i9000 file its asking for a password
dude where to download odin 3???
Hi Experts,
I have a samsung Galaxy S I9000 unlocked phone. I got this form a friend in UK,it came with a lock of TMobile I unlocked it by a person in Ahmedabad.
The phone version is :
FIRMWARE version: 2.1-update1
Baseband:I9000XXJF3
Kernel Version: 2.6.29
root@SE-S602 #2
Now I want to update it with the latest version I can connect it with the KIES in my Laptop.
But Need assistance that will I be able to update it to 2.3.2
And will I have to unlock it again after the update?
Will I brick my phone then what should I do .
Is there any one who can help me I can give access to Team Viewer and my phone number too
Mail me asap : kvtele1@gmail.com
I am waiting for a expert to contact me please.
Can you please gimme the link from where i can download the file 2.3.2 gingerbread, that works jst by following your video..
can you please help me out..
thankx neal for ur updates..
im from india and am having samsung galaxy S GT I9000 with firmware 2.1
i have checked in samfit there gingerbread firmware availability for asian phones are I9000ZWJV4_TWMJV4_ZWJV4.rar 167.5 MB can i update with that version.. will it works on my mobile
regards..!!
have you got this via KIES? You can refer to http://www.androidadvices.com for the latest XXJVP 2.3.4 firmware version!
no i downloaded it from androidadvices and i updated to my phone but it failed,then i downloaded 2.3.2 gingerbread as u suggested in the above steps.its working good thanks for ur uploads..
No., i got it from androidadvices and upgraded as u told above in the article but it fails, then i downloaded a gingerbread 2.3.2 version by clicking on the link u hav in ur article and followed the steps now my phone is upgraded sucessfully thanks for ur guidance neal, i really appriciate ur job…
hi Neal ,what might be a problem-did switch of go into recovery mode -switch odin conect phone an d no yellow block in odin(?
hey @Yuriy you can now update your phone with the latest XXJVP 2.3.4 version of Gingerbread!
how so m8 if odin doesnt recognize the phone or might it be operator blocked problem
how so m8 ,odin doesnt see it(( might this be a operator blocked issue??
Can it be rooted after downloaded to Gingerbread 2.3.2?
yes it can be rooted but why you want to root the older version! Get on to the latest 2.3.4 XXJVP which can be rooted too!
hey,
I just followed the procedure and updated my phone. But the internet doesnt work on 3g network and also the daily briefing is not there which is really needed. Also how do i switch my phone back to android 2.2 ??
hey avi, you will have to configure the APN Settings!
Hi Neal ,
i am from malaysia ,my samsung galaxy S GT I9000 now useing 2.2 firmware , if i update is compatible?
Hi Neal ,
i am from malaysia ,my samsung galaxy S GT I9000 now useing 2.2 firmware , if i update to Gingerbread 2.3 is compatible?
YES PEN ITS COMPATIBLE!
yes its compatible!
Hi. I have just updated my Samsung Galaxy S through Samsung Kies. And my current version of my firmware is
PDA:19000BOJS5
PHONE:19000XXJPY
CSC:190000GDTMJS6
BUILD INFO:2011.02
These updates were run by default through connecting the USB cable and open the Samsung Kies. So I am not sure whether my firmware version is the lastest version or not. Please let me know whether I am on the right track. Thank You.
I would like to add something which is Samsung Kies says the latest firmware version is my current version. So whats Gingerbread 2.3 and so on? Why is it mine on 2.2.3?
Sorry. Its 2.2.1
there are several versions of Android, like after 2.1, 2.2 update was launched and after (Froyo) 2.2, the 2.3 Gingerbread update came! 2.2.x are the sub versions of the same!
2.3.4 has arrived for Galaxy S, you can visit http://www.androidadvices.com for finding the latest firmware for your phone!
what is the password
its androidadvices.com
not working
it is not working
please help what to do
help required waht to do what is the password
password is androidadvices.com
Need help.
When extracting rar files it is asking for password. tried andriodadvices.com but is not working.
Suggestions?
Have tried androidadvices.com several times to open zip file but still not working.
Suggestions?!?!
Password will work, try once again!
is this upgrade good for t-mobile galaxy vibrant sgh-t959 as well ?
no not as of now!
any other ideas on how to upgrade it to gingerbread then ?
you can update your Galaxy S with the latest 2.3.4 Update XXJVQ
im still having error with your password for the zip file kindly email me here for the correct password shanes30@ymail.com
I had EZrom on galaxy s. I put back official firmware 1900 XWJS5 – my phone dead. no reaction on any button. Can anything good be done to revive it again. nothing happens when I press power & volume & menu key.
Thanks for urgent help!
thank u very much Neal for everything u have done for me ….i can’t believe this waaaaaaw
thanks buddy! stay tuned to androidadvices.com
Hey Neal
Just did the upgrade works awesome.
But im having problemsnow i cant even sign into the market with my google account and not even my internet works?
Is there FIX FOR THIS?
Thanks
Luke
hav e you configured the apn settings and also you can update with the latest version, that is with XXJVQ 2.3.4 version where almost all issues are solved!
the yellow box is not glowing plz help Neal ….tried many tyms
i want to change my samsung froyo to ginger bread
try updating with the latest XXJVQ 2.3.4. I hope you are flashing the correct phone!
yes its galaxy S I9000
im tryin XWJV1
i think i have to make sum changes in handset…. except Putin it in download mode is thr any other option to b used in this procedure
i had also tried in XXJVK
bt the added signal is not shown in ODIN
plzz help Sir….
have you tried updating with the XXJVP or XXJVQ 2.3.4 Gingerbread?
SIR-my phone is in download mode bit it is not getting detected in Odin…..yellow light does not glow…no “added” sign is given to proceed…
i can only try XXJVQ 2.3.4 only wen odin detect my device…
kindly restart the phone n pc to restart the process
done this restart method many tyms
..thr must b sum other way out
Eep, I actually did it and it worked! Thanks.
i have downloaded the files but i cant the names that are stated such as MODEM_I9000….Any solutions?
the file entries are mentioned in the article!
is thr ny way out….added yellow light is not glowin in odin
no, the device needs to be first entered into the download! mode before you connect the phone with pc!
yes it is in download mode n then connected to pc
Thx Neal… But I have filled all options according to this website and it has stuck for like 15 mins… y is dat?
Anyway… thx agn Neal cause i have successful update my android… very much thx to u!!!!. I will stay tuned for this website…
you can try the new version of xxjvq 2.3.4
hi neal,
i updated my galaxys gt i9000 to gb 2.3.2 as you told in this site, its succesfully installed, but some times it geting hanged and i need to remove the battery to solve this broblem always , i would like to reinstall the froyo 2.2.1 is it posible or not?
have you cleared the cache? you can update your phone with the latest XXJVQ 2.3.4 which is the new version and also is the stable version for your Galaxy S.
NO I HAVNT CLEARED CACHE….HOW SHUD I DO IT..PLZ DIRECT ME
I HAD DONE FACTORY SETTIN COUPLE OF TYMS BT PROBLEM IS STILL THE SAME….
PLZ GUIDE ME
kindly update with the latest xxjvq 2.3.4 as all tings will b sorted out.
Thanks, man. Working flawless.
Hi Neal. I’ve updated my SGS with your tutorial. It’s great and everything is ok, but i wanna sell my sgs and I would like to “downgrade” it to original(official) froyo. Can you please tell me how to do it and what files I need? I’m from Slovenia if that has anything with android version. Thanks a lot man!
thanks jernej for your kind words, we look forward for all your queries!
Thanks
wrong password
i tried : androidadvices.com
Any luck with the password? The password is on this file: I9000XWJV1.rar
Any chance that the file was uploaded twice? First time with a different password to “androidadvices.com”
Thanks
no, te password is there!
There is no Password in any of the files… And I cant find any password on the article? Can someone please just tell me the password?
Thanks…
Hi Neal,
Again bad experince with people like you. Who share the ideas but protect them Code. Asked many people about code and always answer here and there or botom or up. All is fuck. If you protect then write code clearly. I have waisted my three hours. May be never come accrose this side again. And if i see your name then may go ahead without any paying attention.
No Regards
may i know what problem you are facing? You can update your Galaxy S GT I9000 with the latest version of XXJVQ 2.3.4 version. From where the question of coding comes dude, we haven’t mentioned code anywhere like as you are mentioning.
With Regards,
AndroidAdvices Team!
Great, works or me. Thanks a lot Neal. Just one query, how do i get my backup data back? I used ‘mybackup’ app to back up my data/app on card. After upgrade all installed apps are gone. How to run ‘mybackup’ to restore backed up data? Shall i download it again?
thanks & regards.
there are some links which are given in the “Pre requisites” section, kindly find for th same!
Hi Neal, It is really good to see that your instructions have worked perfectly the first time for so many users, unfortunately, I am stuck badly with my first upgrade and need your help badly. I did the upgrade as per your instructions but with the 512 PIT option(it did not work without it the first time without it) but after the successful completion, the phone is not switching on at all. I waited for more than 5 minutes and then tried manual start but no good. the phone is just dead now.
please can you confirm if there is a way to bring it up live again?
thanks in advance.
Arun
thanks for the appreciation arun.!
you can update with the latest version which is XXJVR 2.3.4, you can find it on androidadvices.com.
Kindly update with the same!
what is the password???
Kindly find for the password in the article!
In what Article?
in this article
Hi Neal.
I am very new to this but your toturial were great and I got it update fine, but now just after I updated it seem that I can not connect to internet, Would you be ablet o help me out plese.
Hi This time when I try to connect to any thing that used 3g it will say “sorry use *#9900# to take log ” and it will ask me to close it T___T
you have updated successfully right?
Hi, yes I have I think, I’ve changed the APN address and now its working fine. But the problem I find now is that the battery ran out so fast Im not use if this is normal or I’ve done something wrong. Before update it used to last me 1-2 days and thats with texting and all but now only last 8 hours. >_<
The phone is running faster than it was but if the battery wont last I would like the old version back. But will I be able to do that?
Please help with regards
hey kesy, thanks for your kind words! Do let us know if we can help you with anything else on Android!
you need to use more black to conserve battery!
Hi Neal,
Me again!!! what do you mean by using more black? like back ground? And if I would like the old version back will I be able to do that? Do you have another article teaching how to do it? ^__^ Or if you have another way to save more power? ^___^ Thank you
regards
Hi Neal,
Me again! um..what you do mean by using more black? Like back ground? And if I like to go back using the old version will I be able to do that? Do you have another article teaching how to do it? Or do you have any other way to make the battery life last longer?
Thank you so much
Regards ^__^
oops didnt know it posted the first time >_<
yes using much black colored content on SGS I9000 will save a lot of battery!
i have update my samsung Galaxy i9000 mobile to 2.3 gingerbar but after updating my mobile i am facing that my battery get discharge very fast. so can anyone tell me what would be the problem..
kindly update with the latest XXJVR 2.3.4 version which is now available on androidadvices.com
after doing the procedure my fone got dead tell me what to do please
Hi Neal Pradeep!
I’m Malaysian, so can i ask u which GINGERBREAD firmware is better Asia (ZSJV6 2.3.3) or Europe (XXJVR 2.3.4)
current using
F/ware ver:2.3.3
Baseband ver: DDJV5
Kernel ver: 2.6.35.7 hardcore@speedmod #k15h-t24-300hz
Build number: GINGERBREAD.DDJV9
yes you can update the phone with this firmware!
Trying to do this but the Gingerbread 2.3.4 Firmware download provided, is in a zip file, witch is Password protected.
……..
So ?
How can anybody here have done this without a password (scuse my frustration)
kindly find the password in the article!
In what article is the password? As I am having the same probleme…
its in this article
Hi,
The first step of starting the phone in download mode doesn’t work for me. Mine is a UAE handset (GalaxyS- i9000).
This device didn’t come with the market app. Recently I have managed to get market app by following a process which involves dialing *#272*XXXX#.
When I press the volume down + home key and switch on the phone, nothing special happens. The phone simply starts as it does normally.
you can follow the instructions which are mentioned in the above article
hi Neal,
Do i need to check the pre-partition??
kindly follow the instructions!
hi Neal,
Do i need to check the re-partition??
no, you should not tick on the same!
hi Neal,
i really need your help!!
Added!!
Odin v.3 engine (ID:26)..
File analysis..
Enter CS for MD5..
Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
Please wait..
Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
Leave CS..
Enter CS for MD5..
Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
Please wait..
Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
Leave CS..
Enter CS for MD5..
Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
Please wait..
Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
Leave CS..
SetupConnection..
Initialzation..
Get PIT for mapping..
Firmware update start..
boot.bin
Complete(Write) operation failed.
All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
it FAILED
kindly restart the phone, pc and then re try the updating process!
Hi Dear I have purchased New Galaxy S 16 Gb and can you please Guide step by step how i can upgrade my handset in Gingerbread Android 2.3.2
you can install the latest 2.3.4 Gingerbread XXJVR version which is the latest version!
can you tell me the steps
you can follow the above tutorial for the steps!!!
Hey..first of all thank you very much for this blog/advice on upgrading to 2.3. I did this few days back. Now what I have observed is that swype doesn’t work when it comes to SMS. Any solution for this?
thanks saqib for your comment and appreciation!!! you can update with the XXJVR 2.3.4 version of firmware!
I tried to upgrade my samsung galaxy S to 2.3 from 2.2 froyo. It worked beautifully.
However the swype feature becomes disabled and I wasnt able to use it. Do you know how to fix this?
Also when I used the benchmark quadrant to calculate the speed, it did not improve very much at all. It was only 1100, pretty much the same as before. Can you explain this too?
Thanks ;D
yes but you can have this feature in 2.3.4 XXJVR version!
to get higher quadrant scores, you can update with the Extraordinary ROM!
extraordinary rom? do I need to root my phone for that?
yes you will have to root!
MY PHONE IS NOT TURNING ON ….. WHEN I SWITCH IT ON IT IS JUST SHOWING SAMSUNG ON SCREEN ….. PLZ HELP
go to download mode and update with any of the firmware versions to bring your phone back to life!
this is 2.3.2 or 2.3.3…i want to update frm 2.1 to the latest version …
its 2.3.2 version, there a latest version of 2.3.4 version! XXJVR which you can download it!
Thank you very much for this update.
Fantastic work 
After bricking my phone and having to make a USB jig, it is now fully operational after running the installation shown on this page.
Tis much appreciated
You are awesome! I would hug every single hacker/programmer/developer that helps us bypass/overcome stupid/unnecessary restrictions. Thank you.
Hi I was on step 2 but i cant do it because the code i9000 PDA file is encrypted
kindly update with the latest version of XXJVR 2.3.4 for your Galaxy S
sorry i’m a bit of a noob. how do you do that? can you post a link or something
kindly follow instructions for updatin your phone to XXJVR 2.3.4 version!
sorry dude, just needed to open my eyes ay
Very good job!
Amaazing work!
thanks andres!
what is the password to extract ? :S im searching all over for it…
the password is mentioned in the article!
Dear Friend,
Thanks for this great info and coaching. I was affraid to do it and atlast trusted you and now…
I have done it…. and t’s amazingly cool… No problem at all..
Great work
For all those amature beginners of android like me, Don’t hesitate ….
Follow the steps by Neal…
Just do it…
It’s cooler than you could ever imagine…
Once Again Neal,
From the bottom of my heart,
Thanking you for your excellent work…
Thanks for your trust buddy and we just hope that the trust continues! Thanks again for your kind support!
Dear bro,
I have seen ur latest update on the forum about the firmwire Extra Ordinary ROM v3.4 … All the best wishes.
My doubt is now am having the firmwire 2.3.2 XXJVE (which I thought to be the latest, but now only came to know ts too old …)
Shall I update to this latest one? (After updating to Gingerbread XXJVR 2.3.4 Firmware , as read from your article) But can I do it directly from XXJVE to XXJVR 2.3.4 ? or first 2.3.3 then 2.3.4 …etc?
If so;
1. Does it require Rooting … etc? I simply don’t like to root or do complicated surgeries on my Phone. But I enjoy Flshing the ROM.
2. Saw that all my Internal SD will be formatted … I would like to keep the gallery in the phone and don’t want it to get formatted…
3. Above all, I want my phone to be with the latest firmwire, bugfree, enhanced ROM and Battery backup and Total stunning performance… So I want 2.3.4 xtra ordinary rom…
I know the question is lil idiotic… but pls help me and suggest which firmwire I should update now…
Thanks in advance…
yes you can update with the XXJVR 2.3.4 VERSION. no, updating with this wont need you to root the phone!
Hi
Im very tempted to do this firmware update but a bit nervous as i have only had my phone for 2 months.
Wanted to find out will this update work for any handset anywhere in the world? Im in South Africa.
And if i update this firmware like this will my service provider give me any greef for doing this update to my phone if i have to take it in for any unscheduled servicing or problems?
THanks alot
No, dont worry bout that but we recommend you to update with the XXJVR 2.3.4 version for your Galaxy S which is the latest version!
Thanks a lot! It worked for me!
Hello my phone : FW version 2.2 Baseband: I9000XXJPP Kernel: 2.6.32.9 root@SE-S611 #1 Build FROYO.XFJP7 can i update my phone? i bought it from vodafone romania and it is locked in vodafone. do i need to root it or something? thx a lot for the guide.
[...]Yeah, it worked but when i’m playing some games it lags a lot! Games like NOVA 2 and Backstab are really slow
.. Opera is very slow too, i can barely surf the net! And besides that: Swype does not work.. i can type normally but when I “swype” nothing happens.. Can anybody help me?
NeaL, do you think if I update to the 2.3.4 version it will solve my problems? And if it solves, i must do the same instructions? Like using the same PIT and everything? Again: thanks a lot!
yes all your issues wil be solved!
Hey Neal,
read ur latest posts…it seems u r trouble shooter here….
i m having issue with My GT I9000
whenever i connect it to kies it shows lates firmware update is available.But when i starts update,at backup window it says backup failed due to unexpected error & update stops…. i have reinstalled latest version of kies atleast 4 times now..
can you suggest what could be the problem..
also since froyo update ,speed of phone has become miserable…will gingerbread solve that prob?
ruchir
you can manually update your phone with the latest ever XXJVR 2.3.4 version of Gingerbread 2.3.4!
Hi, can somebody please explain what the password is, and can i not get an answer like ‘look in the article’ i have looked, their is no password. somebody please tell me what the password is.
password is mentioned in the article “samfirmware.com”
thanks
People
I have a Galaxy S I9000 with 2.1-update 1 and want to upgrade. I have tried using Kies to do this but it says it is ‘locked’ If I type *#7465625# then all the lock status’s are OFF so I am sure it is not SP locked.
Samsung say I have to take it to one of their service centres but this is a 120mile round trip!!
My question is – will your procedure above upgrade this phone.
you need to update with the XXJVR 2.3.4 edition as that is the latest version!
Further research into what ‘locked’ means seems to imply that the version of Android I have (2.1) is a ‘special’ T-Mobile version and they do not have a ‘special’ version above 2.1. The phone shows no indication that it has any features/apps/stickers that are T-Mobile specific so what exactly is this version and how is it different to Vanilla 2.1?
Can I backup the version of Firmware I have first so I can put it back on if things go wrong?
why you need to do the backup, you can download and apply the firmware anytime from here.
Neal
Not sure what you mean by that? Are you saying that you have the T Mobile ‘locked’ firmware on here like I currently have? If so then what is it called? For info, my phone reports that it has Firmware 2.1 update 1, Baseband I9000XXJM1, Kernal 2.6.29 umts_scm@S1-BUILD05 #2, Build number ECLAIR.I9000XXJM1. What does that mean?!
you can apply the XXJVR update!
Neal
What does that mean! Is the XXJVR the ‘locked’ T Mobile version? How can I find out what each of these types of Firmware are?
No, XXJVR is not the locked one, you need to install the XXJVS 2.3.5 version !!
Thank you so much, works great
this was my first modification, never thought things would work out fine in one go. Thank you so much for your efforts, i sure owe you some beers 
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Hey man small problem, my phone after taking a call went to ‘upload mode’ and said kernal panic. DO i need to be worried about it ? also the swipe wont work, it says the swipe installed is for a different device and the funtionality is limited !
Thank you so much, works grea
i got the plb wifi not working .GT I9000 to Stable Gingerbread XXJVK 2.3.3. so can i down 2.3.2
Hi Neal,
You must have got gazillion thanks by now. Accept mine, too.
I was skeptic to root my phone but somehow I dared to do it and I must say, instructions were clear and it all happened smoothly. Thank you again!
quick one, how can I upgrade to 2.3.4 now?
Thanks,
–Monic
Thanks a lot monic for your feedback!
Thanks….
it is really perfect, but i cant type in arabic anymore and arabic character dont look OK ….
also in text and locale i cant find arabic
as of now it doesnt support arabic but as soon as it arrives, we will surely update the article with the same!
Hi Neal,
My swype stopped working after the update. Any thoughts on how to fix this problem?
2.3.2 is a v old version, kindly update with the XXJVS 2.3.5 latest edition!
i’m trying to get gingerbread 2.3.2 but it’s asking me encrypt code for PDA, what’s the password?
you can update with the latest XXJVS 2.3.5
hi
please the zip file Gingerbread 2.3.2 Android Firmware of i can’t find the password of or as the zip file is named : I9000XWJV1.rar
kindly use XXJVS 2.3.5 firmware for your GalaxY S
plz Neal,
for GT I9000 I needed to upgrade the firmware 2.2 but it seems I tried with the wrong updating prog. now the phone screen is showing the downloading symbol and doesnot respond when connecting to the USB even after trying with the firmware 2.3.2.
Worked perfectly!
Thanks Neal for the tutorial and the work involved in bringing this together!
Cheers
hi there …
thanks for the detailed step by step guide, i successfully upgraded my phone ,
but i had one problem, the SWYPE doesnt work anymore, do u no the reason why ?!
thanks heaps
which version of firmware you are on, update with XXJVS 2.3.5
Hi Neal, I just updated to gingerbread 2.3.4 following your instructions on my samsung galaxy s i9000 and everything turned out amazing except that i can’t seem to connect to my network internet. My wireless works fine and i’m able to use the net but i can’t seem to connect to my phone providers internet. Could you please help me
nesecito flash player
i have galaxy s I9003 2.2.1, and i want latest gingerbread. how & where can i get it?
http://androidfirmwares.com/how-to-update-samsung-galaxy-sl-i9003-to-gingerbread-xxkph-2-3-4-firmware/
si prijeb?
Heya, i downloaded everything, however nothing shows up on odin when i plug my mobile in whilst it is in download mode, help please?
on which version of android you are on?
Before I totaly screw up my phone will this work for the GT-I9000M?
No it doesnt work with i9000m…
Hi Neal,
I am trying to update my phone but when I am in download mode and I plug it onto my computer. On odin the first yellow box does not show up. Am I doing smth wrong? Help pleasee!!
there is a new version which has come, XXJVS 2.3.5. Please update with the same! this update has issues!
there is a new version which has come, XXJVS 2.3.5. Please update with the same! this update has issues with stability!
DO NOT UPGRADE!!
THIS VERSION EATS BATTERY. THE PHONE WILL NEED CONSTANT RECHARGING.
+ THERE IS A SERIES BUG THAT PREVENTS SSL HANDSHAKING, PREVENTING SYNC WITH OUTLOOK.
THIS VERSION SHOULD NEVER HAVE BEEN RELEASED.
NOTHING IN THIS VERISION IS WORTH THESE PROBLEMS.
hey i wanna downgrade my s5830 from 2.3.4(XXKPH) to 2.2.1……how do i do that?
you can update with the DDKQ5 which is the stable release!
this has made me hate my phone, it lags freezes and crashes atleast 3 times a day even when im not doing anything. i have like 5 paid apps on and thats it theres nothing else on that would kill my phone. please tell me how to recover from this or atleast how to stop the lagging freezing and serious crashing
i cant see the video tutorial, sorry… can you help me
hey neal i downloaded the files ……. and it was downloaded in zip file…… now m extracting it but it is asking for password…… but i dont understand wats the password……… i feel like throwing my computer ……….. plz help coz only u can help me ……. thanks a lot…….
samfirmware.com
hay Pradeep i guess u r a sinhales coz ur name…heee..anyway plz tell me what is the best and most suitable android version for my galaxy i9000.thanx a lot
Hi Neal, OK so I upgraded in a moment of madness to Android 2.3.2 using your method. It all worked fine. However, I now find that losing Kies is much more of a pain in the neck than I thought. Samsung have released 2.3.3 but Kies although recognising my phone wont update it.
How do I get back to a version that Samsung supports and will update?
Thanks,
Gordon
you need to update using the Odin flash tool, you can update to any version of your choice!
Hi all, can I kindly get the password?
Regards
samfirmware.com is the password!
hey neal,
can i use this tutorial for samsung vibrant? if not wat should i do?
no, its for i9000
Firmware Link Is Corrupted
“This file is either removed due to copyright claim or is deleted by the uploader.”
same problem till date pls check..
when i try this . after All threads completed. (succeed 1 / failed 0) my phone is off now its not its not working what can i do plz help me
on which version your device is on?