Galaxy Note has been a huge success and for the huge users of Galaxy Note N7000 we finally bring you the leaked version of ICS XXLPY 4.0.3 Firmware for your tablet. So cannot wait to update it? All you have to do is to read all the intrustions and follow all the steps given below carefully in order to successfully update your tablet.

Kindly note that it is not the final version and is the leaked version. It is dubbed as XXLPY 4.0.3 Firmware and is a touch wiz based ICS firmware. This update version has been leaked from Germany but no need to worry, users residing in any part of the earth can apply this update.

As it is a official update, it will not root your device and void its warranty. And if you have already rooted your device then after updating your table with this update, will unroot the device again.

Compatibility: This update is only compatible with Galaxy Note N7000 and not any other version of Galaxy Note. Applying this update on any other device can ruin your device.

Note: www.thedroidblog.com or developer of this firmware are not responsible for any damage done to your device. If there is any issue comment below and get it solved.

Pre-requisite knowledge:

1. Sometimes, The data may get damaged or corrupted after the device has been updated. So if you want to backup your data just follow the guide given below:

• Backup SMS by using “SMS Backup & Restore app”.
• Transfer contacts by syncing them with Gmail application
• Store Call Logs
• Copy Songs, Videos, Files from internal  External SD Card

2. Charge the battery at least 60% so that the device doesn’t gets switched off in between.

3. Run the device on USB Debugging Mode. By enabling it from going to Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging and tick the check box.

Steps to Update Galaxy Note N7000 with ICS XXLPY 4.0.3 Firmware

1. From here download XXLPY ICS 4.0.3 for Galaxy Note N7000 & Odin to your PC. After downloading extract the same and then open Odin in your computer.

2. Now turn off your mobile and enter Download mode by pressing Volume Down Key + OK button, and holding both simultaneously press the Power Button. Once entered, you will get a warning notice which means you have successfully entered the Download mode.

3. Connect Galaxy Note N7000 with your PC via USB cable and after connecting the ID : COM section will turn yellow in color.

If it doesnt turns yellow that means there can be the following problem below:

• Samsung KIES is not ticked before you connected the device.
• Install USB driver in the computer

4. Click on “PDA” and select the file with name “N7000XXLPY_N7000XALPY_N7000XXLPT_HOME.tar.md5”. AFter selecting the file, click on Start and this will begin your firmware updating process.

5. Once it has been successfully updated, the phone will restart. Disconnect the phone from your pc once it has been completely booted.

6. Enter the device in recovery mode by pressing Volume Down Key + OK button, and holding both simultaneously press the Power Button. When a warning message is shown, you need to press Volume Down key to continue entering the mode.

7.  Select Wipe data/factory reset and then reboot your tablet and now you can enjoy the new firmware on your tablet

HTC One X is a beast which requires a really good Custom ROM Firmware which can match it. So, Lee Droid one of the most popular android develeper has come up with a new Custom ROM Firmware. Once your phone has been updated with this custom ROM, your mobile will be running on the latest ICS Android 4.0.3 Firmware version with Sense 4.0.  There are lots of features of this update which are stated below and kindly note that this is an unofficial update which can be used on rooted mobiles.

Caution: Neither we, nor the developer is responsible for any damage done to HTC One X. If you got any problems, doubt while updating, pl;ease feel free to comment below.

Lee Droid Features:

• Based on HTC_Europe_1.28.401.9 RUU Android 4.0.3 ICS
• Stock HTC 2.6.39.4-g6b459dc Kernel (Until i get my hands on some fresh source
• Deodexed, Recompressed & Zipaligned
• Rooted with the latest Superuser & binary from Chainfire
• Persistent ADB enabled
• init.d runparts support
• Busybox, bash & nano
• Sysrw & Sysro binaries
• Memory (RAM) App/Service Priority adjustments
• Heavily tuned & Optimized
• Multilingual – Full WWE locales list
• Aroma installer touch UI (Options list below)
• Advanced power menu (Thanks to J4n87) > FULL THREAD <
• CIFS & nls_utf8 support
• Enhanced I/O performance
• Ensured Journalism is disabled
• Partition mount tuneups
• EXT4 filesystem tuneups
• SQlite 3 DB vacum on boot
• App cached cleaned on boot
• Applications zipaligned on boot
• Faster application loading times
• Lots of bloat removed
• System heavily cleaned
• Long press home for recent apps
• Recent apps button mapped to menu (Thanks to blubbers)
• Tweaked network connectivity configurations
• Fancy keyboard animations
• Up to 15 tabs in the browser
• Landscape home screen support
• Screen unlock (Spin in) Animation
• Fine tuned & lowered autobrightness algorithm
• Fully working HTC Sense account login/creation
• Stock & battery display
• Scrolling caches disabled
• Overscroll animations
• Sony Bravia engine
• Masses of tuneups
• LeeDrOiD Bootanimation & audio
• LeeDrOiD Wallpapers

Pre-requisites:

• Uninstall and close all the antivirus software/suite running in your computer as well as in phone which may interrupt in between the process to upgrade.
• The minimum charge left in your phone should be at least 60% or more so as to ensure that the phone doesn’t shuts down.
• Run the device on USB Debugging Mode. By enabling it from going to Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging and tick the check box.
• Your mobile should be bootlaoder unlocked and must have the latest version of CWM Touch Based recovery in it. And it should be rooted.
• While updating the mobile, the data may get lost or corrupted. In order to backup data, check the following steps given below:
  • Backup SMS by using “SMS Backup & Restore app”.
  • Transfer contacts by syncing them with Gmail application
  • Store Call Logs
  • Copy Songs, Videos, Files from internal  External SD Card

Steps to Update HTC One X with Lee Droid Custom ROM Firmware

1. Download Lee Droid Custom ROM Firmware from the official mod page to your PC. Connect your phone to the computer via USB cable and copy the file. Please ensure that you are not placing it deep inside.

2. Conect your phone, download and unzip boot.img flasher the file and then run the script relating to your OS from the extracted files.

3. Now disconnect the mobile and switch it off to enter the recovery. To enter recovery mode press the Volume Down button + Power Button, keep them pressed until the phone has been entered in the recovery mode.

4. After entering in recovery mode, select “install zip from sd card” > “choose zip from sd card” >  tLee Droid Custom ROM Firmware Package which you placed. It will take about 5-10 mins to completely update the phone.

5. Once the phone has successfully been updated, in the recovery mode select Wipe data/factory reset and also select Wipe Cache partition and then reboot your device by selecting reboot system now.

Enjoy!

Samsung users can easily update Samsung Epic 4G to install the latest Android ICS 4.0.3 firmware dubbed as FD 19. This is not an official update by Samsung and isn’t released by Samsung electronics. People all over the globe can apply this update, the only condition is that you need to make sure that you are not on network locked device. Please note that this is an pre rooted update and after applying this update you don’t need to root in separately. Its advantage is that you can easily install any custom ROM firmware.

Disclaimer: Neither thedroidblog or the developer is responsible for any damage done to your mobile. Its advised to follow the steps given below carefully.

 Pre-requisites:

• Disable all your antivirus suites in your PC as well as in your deivice which interrupts the process.
• Your battery must be 60% charged or it may have a chance of ruining the whole process due to draining of battery.
• Run the device on USB Debugging Mode. By enabling it from going to Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging and tick the check box.
• If you are installing the Odex update your data will be erased. So with the steps given below, you can backup your data if it gets erased or deleted.
  • Backup SMS by using “SMS Backup & Restore app”.
  • Transfer contacts by syncing them with Gmail application
  • Store Call Logs
  • Copy Songs, Videos, Files from internal  External SD Card

After pre-requisites lets head on to the installation procedure and remember to follow easy step carefully.

Process to Update Samsung Epic 4G D710 with Official ICS 4.0.3 FD19 Firmware

1. From here download the appropriate Samsung Epic 4G firmware package (Odexed | De Odexed) to your PC. Then extract the same. “Odex” firmware version will empty your clear cache while  “De-Odexed” wont do so.

2. Switch Off your device to enter the Download mode. Download mode can be entered by once you have turned off your mobile, after that hold key  “1”  and by holding both bottons Power ON the device by pressing the power button.

3. Connect your mobile with the computer through original USB cable. After connecting the  ID : COM section will turn yellow.

If the ID : COM section doesnt turn yellow, then you need to check things mentioned below:

• Install the USB Drivers in your PC
• Ensure that the  “Samsung KIES” option is ticked by going to “Settings > Wireless & Network > USB Settings”before connecting the mobile.

4. Click on Strat button to start the installation process. The device will restart after it has been completed. Once you see the home screen disconnect your mobile and restart again to enter recovery mode to clear wipe cache.

5. Enter in recovery mode by pressing Volume Up Key, Center button, and holding both simultaneously press the Power Button.

6. Once you are in recovery mode, select Wipe data/factory reset and also select Wipe Cache partition. Reboot your mobile by selecting  reboot system.

7. Done! Enjoy the new update and just in case if there are any errors, please feel free to comment below.

Micromax recently launched its ultra cheap tablet which has amazing features and impressive specs. Priced at only 7000 INR and has pre loaded ICS 4.0. Also, its is a Google certified product. If you have purchased this device then its the right time to root it. In the following tutorial, we will be rooting Micromax funbook and also pointing out the pre-requisites. remember, once the device has been rooted, its warranty wont be there. So be aware of it because you can’t go back to the company to claim its warranty. If you want its warranty back than you will have to update it with the official firmware update which we will be publishing soon.

It is a very easy rooting tutorial which even newbies can easily perform on there devices without any risk.

Note: The developer or thedroidblog.com is not responsible for any damage done to your tablet. You are solely responsible for it.

Pre-requisites:

• Minimum 60% battery should be charge to ensure that the tablet doesn’t gets down in between the update.
• Run the device on USB Debugging Mode. By enabling it from going to Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging and tick the check box.
• Backing up data is very necessary, after rooting the data may have a chance of getting corrupted or damaged.
• Backup SMS by using “SMS Backup & Restore app”.
• Transfer contacts by syncing them with Gmail application
• Store Call Logs
• Copy Songs, Videos, Files from internal  External SD Card

Steps to Root Micromax Funbook P300 with Android version 4.0 ICS

1. Download the Funbook Rooting Package from the link give here to your PC and connect your device with original USB cable. Once you have connected it, place the rooting apk which you have downloaded to the root of your SD card.

2. Disconnect your device and go to the path where you play the SparkyRoot.apk using file explorer. Open it and install it.

3. After installing, open it and tap on “Exploit” which will move files and replace busy box file. Once it has been done, this means you have successfully rooted your device.

4. Now go to the main screen and install Super User App from Google play which will ensure that the rooting process is completed.

Gamerz ROM has recently got an update, which is a very popular Custom ROM for Galaxy S GT I9000 users. Before starting with our tutorial, we want to thank Burakgon and ChunLi for creating such an excellect custom ROM firmware which has more features and very less bugs. In the follow article we will be checking how to install this amazing ROM on mobile with pre-requisite steps and the complete installing procedure.

Note: We or developers are not responsible for any damage or injury caused to the mobile after the update. It is advised to follow the steps carefully and don’t add anything on your own which you are not aware of.

Change log of Gamerz Custom ROM v10:

-JW4 based.
-JW4 modem.
-CRT-On Disabled
-Improved classic Gamerz Rom look with stock TW icons.
-ADW Launcher changed with Modded blue donut launcher.
-Blue themed Google search widget. (Touch image corrupted. You can use standard one.)
-New Thunderbolt Scripts 2.7.0 (Thanks to Pikachu01)
-Thunderbolt 3G scripts added.
-LMK scripts updated.
-Scrolling cache tweaks for flying scroll sense.
-New 385MB RAM kernel. (Breaks 720p recording and taking front cam pics. If you need these features go to semaphore kernel thread and choose one for yourself. They costs so much RAM.)
-Google books changed with alkido.
-Google services framework updated.
-Battery icon changed ICS one again.
-New great wallpapers on sdcard.
-Status bar background is black.
-New CFS config. (Better gaming performance and no micro lags. Totally flying.)
-Added thinkfree office and deleted quick office.
-3rd party apps updated.
-1200mhz overclock voltages stabilized.
-Deleted some 3rd party apps because of changes.

Pre-requisites:

• Run the device on USB Debugging Mode. By enabling it from going to Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging and tick the check box.
• The minimum charge in the phone left must be 60% or above to ensure that the phone doesn’t gets switched off in between the process.
• You must be on the XWJW4 Firmware. If you are not on XWJW4 Firmware, then update it now by going on this tutorial: Root Galaxy S on XWJW4 Firmware
• Uninstall all the antivirus suites installed in your PC which may popup in between.
• Backup all your data which may have a change of getting damaged during the installation process from the steps given below:
  • Backup SMS by using “SMS Backup & Restore app”.
  • Transfer contacts by syncing them with Gmail application
  • Store Call Logs
  • Copy Songs, Videos, Files from internal  External SD Card

Install Gamerz Custom ROM v10 on Galaxy S GT I9000

1. Download Gamerz Custom ROM v10 on your PC. Now, connect your phone to the PC with USB cable and copy the file to your phone SD card. Do not place it too deep which may be difficult to find.

2. Enter the mobile in recovery mode by pressing Volume Up Key + OK button, and holding both simultaneously press the Power Button. Once you have entered the recovery mode, select “Wipe data/factory reset”, “Wipe Cache partition” to cleer the cache.

3. Select “install zip from sd card” > “choose zip from sd card” > “Gamerz Zip File which you placed in Step 1. It will take about 10 minutes to completely update your phone. Once it has been done, select “++++ Go Back ++++” and then select reboot system now.

Enjoy the new version of this super cool Custom ROM and do share your experience with us.

Xperia Neo V users are lucky because they can now finally update there Sony mobile with the official update. To get the latest ICS 4.0.3 Firmware follow the rooting guide given below to get the most stable version of ICS on Neo V. This update is compatible only on Neo V and users all over the world can update through this. The only condition is that the device should not be network locked  or else it will brick the device.

Also, it will not only improve the user interface but also fix all the bugs related to Google PLAY and Wi Fi.

Caution: We are not responsible for any damage done to the device. Users are responsible for everything they are doing, so it is suggested to follow the tutorial carefully and not to add anything which you are not aware of.

Below are the pre-requisite which also contains how to backup your mobile stuff. And after that the main Installation Procedure to update your mobile. All the users in the globe can update there phone through this.

Pre Requisites:

• Uninstall or disable all the antivirus software/apps which may interrupt the installing process.
• At least 60% battery must be remaining in your phone, if not then charge it up to 60% of it may have a chance of getting shut down in between the installation procedure due to insufficient battery.
• Run the device on USB Debugging Mode. This can be done by going to Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging and tick the check box.
• If your phone is rooted or is on any custom ROM firmware, they you will have to clear the cache and wipe the data from recovery mode. Also check if Lax Fix in enabled, if it is so then disable it.
• All your data that is movies, call log, SMS and etc have a chance to get lost or corrupted/damaged after the update. To backup your data follow the guide given below:
  • Backup SMS by using “SMS Backup & Restore app”.
  • Transfer contacts by syncing them with Gmail application
  • Store Call Logs
  • Copy Songs, Videos, Files from internal  External SD Card

Installing ICS 4.0.3 Firmware on SONY Ericsson Xperia Neo V

1. Download flash tool and Update file in your computer. Rename update file as “C” and then extract the files in “C:/flashtool”. In case if there are any prompt then select “Yes”.

2. After doing all these things, open flashtool.exe and go to C:/ flashtool > firmwares > and delete all the files there and exit it. Now, download  ICS 4.0.3 Firmware Package for Xperia Neo  in your PC and extract the same to get the .ftf file

3. On the right side of the flash tool, select and uncheck all the option given below accordingly and click on “Ok” to start the upgrading process.

4. Once the firmware has been updated, the device will restart and you can now enjoy the ICS version on SONY Ericsson Xperia Neo V.

Good news for Samsung Galaxy Ace S580 users, they can update there mobile to Android version 4.0.3 on the Cyanogen mod 9 based firmware. Beta 6 was release recently and Best 7 has finally been released. Also note that it is not an Official Firmware update and has not been released by Samsung officially.

In this very article we will be discussing what works, change log for beta 7, Pre0requisites and thewn finally after that the upgrade procedure. Lets see what this firmware update is compatible with.

Compatibility: This firmware Beta 7 update is only compatible with Galaxy ACE S5830 and not with asny outher mobile version.

Working:

• boot
• GSM (phone/messages/GPRS/EDGE/3G)
• Wifi
• Bluetooth
• HW acceleration (full)
• Sound
• Headphones
• GPS
• All sensors (proximity, roration etc)
• CyanogenMod settings (not all, it’s not fully merged by CyanogenMod team, not my fault)
• Market (now you can download all apps available for Gio with GB)
• Fixed animations (now it looks so good)
• Facebook sync
• Buttons backlight
• GMail fully works
• Browser fully works
• ICS keyboard
• Games – works as smoothly as on Gingerbread
• YouTube
• Deep sleep
• Wifi signal indicator

Change log for Beta 7:

• New Adreno200 libraries for ICS
• Fast and smooth system
• Live Wallpapers working – won’t slow down your system, like on Gingerbread! (I’m using Phase Beam, it’s beautiful)
• Gallery and calculator fully working all the time
• Gmail working without any problem
• Browser working really good (smooth and fast)
• All apps with graphic problems, like Power amp, now working without any
• Updated AOSP/CM9 sources
• (development info) New gralloc and hwcomposer
• Updated Macław’s audio libriaries
• FM seems to be working

Pre-requisites:

• The minimum charge in the phone must be at least 60% to ensure that the phone doesn’t switches off due to insufficient or no battery.
• Run the device on USB Debugging Mode. This can be done by going to Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging and tick the check box.
• Disable all the antivirus software which may interupt the procedure by poping up in between.
• Backup data so that it doesn’t gets lost/corrupted during the installation process. Below is the guide to backup data:
  • Backup SMS by using “SMS Backup & Restore app”.
  • Transfer contacts by syncing them with Gmail application
  • Store Call Logs
  • Copy Songs, Videos, Files from internal  External SD Card

Special message for users on Custom ROM

You must be on Rooted firmware, as this firmware will work on rooted firmware only. Ensure that Voodoo Lagfix or any other Lagfix is disabled in your mobile, it can be done from the recovery mode

Update Galaxy ACE S5830 with CM 9 ICS Android 4.0.3 Beta 7 Firmware

1. Download ICS Cyanogen Mod 9 Firmware Package to your PC from the link given

2. Connect your phone to PC via original USB cable and save the zip in your phone.

3. Disconnect your mobile to enter the mobile in recovery mode. Recovery mode can be entered by pressing Volume Up + Home button, then hold both simultaneously press the power button.

4. Once you have entered in recovery mode select “install zip from sd card” -> “zip from sd card” and the file which you placed in Step 2.

5. Once it has been successfully updated, select “+ + + + Go Back + + + +” and restart mobile by selecting “reboot system now”.

The Orange magic is back with the newer and powerful version of Orange Amestris ROM v7.3. The Custom Firmware has been updated and has many added features. All it is a newer version, all the bugs of the previous version has been solved. This is an unofficial update and not released by Samsung.

We strictly suggest you to follow all the pre-requisites listed below and the installation guide. Do not add any other step from your own side which may result in any injury to the phone.

Below are the features, then compatibility after that pre-requisites and then the installation guide.

Features of Amestris ROM v7.3: Based on JW1 Official Samsung’s Firmware.

Fully Zipaligned
Odex and Deodexed versions.
Semaphore Kernel 2.5.
Voodoo Colors + Sound
Thunderbolt Scripts Version 2.6.1
Supercharger V6
10 Lockscreen [TSM Parts] [ Best Lockscreen porting forever !]
Extended Power Menu
Smooth Scroll Mod Hack
Froyo GPU Drivers [2.3.6 GPU Drivers is on add-on list]
BLN patch
Sony Bravia Engine
HTC Audio Beats Engine
Auto Zipalinger and SQL database vacuum on boot
Auto Ext4 Convertor on FullWipe Version. [Better Converting than Cf-Root]
Disabled The Semaphore Auto Installation
Semaphore Dark State Brightness
Dialer with DTMF Sounds.
jKay’s full customizable Statusbar.
Orange themed Status bar.
RTL + Persian Support [also Arabic,Urdu and Hebrew]
European Keyboard is pre-installed. [Amestris Keyboard v1.2]
Extended Settings Options [Sound,Dock,Additional Data, Development]
ICS Fonts
Hacked JVU Camera [Removed the Screenshot's button, while recording movies ]
Transitions [Mixed] [ICS Style]
Non-increasing ringtone.
JVU modem on Nowipe versions, JVT on Full Wipe versions. [Accidental]
Orange Percentage Battery
2.3.5 JVT Sms, because of problem on sent time on 2.3.6 applications. you can choose 2.3.6 version from add-on list.
Sip/VoIP Enabled.
CRT Off Effects.

Compatibility: This Custom Firmware ROM is only compatible with Galaxy S GT I9000 and not with Galaxy S GT I9000B or any other version.

Pre-requisites:

• Download Download the Amestris v7.3 Firmware Package to your PC.
• Charge the battery at least 60% to ensure that the mobile doesn’t gets turned off in between.
• Uninstall all the antivirus software which may interrupt the installation process.
• Your device must be rooted on the same firmware.
• The data may get lost or corrupted after the installation process. To backup data follow the guide given below:
• Backup SMS by using “SMS Backup & Restore app”.
• Transfer contacts by syncing them with Gmail application
• Store Call Logs
• Copy Songs, Videos, Files from internal  External SD Card

Special Instructions for Users on Custom ROM Firmware:

It is very necessary to be on  XWJW1 Firmware, and we do not recommend you to update to Amestris Custom ROM Firmware from your current firmware version.

Lag fixes should be disabled from the recovery mode. Also, Dalvik Cache should be cleared completely before you start update process.

Installing Orange Amestris ROM v7.3 Custom Firmware on Galaxy S GT I9000

1. Your mobile must be rooted on the same firmware before you proceed any further. If you are not on the same firmware, then you must root your mobile on XWJW1 Firmware.

2. Download Amestris v7.3 Firmware Package from the pre-requisite section to your PC. After downloading, connect your mobile to PC via USB cable.

3. Place the file downloaded to the root of your SD card and remember not to put it too deep which may be hard to find. After placing, disconnect your mobile and enter recovery mode by pressing Volume Up button + the Home key button and turn ON your device by pressing power up button.

4. After entering recovery mode, select “Wipe data/factory reset” & “Wipe Cache partition” and clear the cache.

5. Select “install zip from sd card” > “choose zip from sd card” > “Amestris ROM v7.3 Custom ROM Firmware Zip Package” and it will take about 10 mins to install.

6. Once its done, the phone will come in recovery mode again, and after that select “++++ Go Back ++++” and then select “reboot system now” to restart the mobile.

Just after he value pack for our Galaxy S GT 19000 users, we bring you the latest ROM to update your mobile to android version 4.0.4 with the Dark Knight Custom ROM firmware. As we all know that there wont be any official firware update for Galaxy S users to update to ICS version, we would be happy to tell you that this Custom ROM firmware is much more stable then any other ROM. Also note that this is not an official update by Samsung, it has been developed by a developer.

Compatibility: This update is only for Galaxy S GT 19000 and not for 19000B or any other mobile version.

Features of update

• Engine: Android 4.0.4 release Nasif modified, changed, improved
• Very Fast System
• Fat-Free ROM
• Zoom on camera
• Pre-rooted
• Full init.d Support
• Touch to focus
• Voodoo Color
• Notification widgets
• Zipalinged
• Insert Busybox
• Tweaks in Build.prop
• Best battery life [NO Android OS BUG]
• WiFi Tethering
• HD 720p Video recording
• GPS tweaks.
• Add free rom.
• Necessary app installed on your data partition.
• Full USB transfer speed.

Caution: We are not responsible for any kind of damage done to your phone, you are responsible for any injury caused to the device. It is advised to carefully follow all the instruction carefully and do not add anything from your own of which you are not aware of.

Pre Requisites:

• Charge the battery at least 60% so that the phone doesn’t gets turned off in between the update process
• Uninstall/close all the antivirus software as these antivirus pops up in between and may interrupt the process
• Run the device on USB Debugging Mode. This can be done by going to Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging and tick the check box.
• It is suggested to backup all your data so that it doesn’t gets lost/corrupted after the update. You can backup data by following the steps given below:
• Backup SMS by using “SMS Backup & Restore app”.
• Transfer contacts by syncing them with Gmail application
• Store Call Logs
• Copy Songs, Videos, Files from internal  External SD Card

Update Samsung Galaxy S GT 19000 with Dark Knight Custom ROM ICS 4.0.4 Firmware

1. Download ICS Dark Night Custom ROM Firmware Package in your PC. After downloading connect your mobile to PC via USB cable and copy the file to the root of your SD card.

2. Enter the recovery mode by pressing Volume Up Key + OK button and then Power Button all together. If you are finding difficulties to enter the recovery mode, watch the video:

3. Once you are in the recovery mode, select “install zip from sd card” > “choose zip from sd card” and then choose ICS Dark Night Custom ROM Firmware Package zip file which you placed in the SD card in Step 1.

4. Once the installation is done, recovery screen will come and select  “++++ Go Back ++++” and then “reboot system now” to reboot the system.

Done! You can noww enjoy ICS 4.0.4 Dark Knight on your Samsung Galaxy S GT 19000.

Motorola Droid Razr users can update their mobile to the latest Android version i.e. ICS 4.0 officially. In the following tutorial we will be discussing how to update Motorola Droid Razr CDMA Android Phone with Official ICS 4.0 update.

As it is a official firmware update no rooting will be required and also there is no condition that your phone must be rooted once. And if you have rooted the device, the rooting access will be revoked after this update.

Caution: We are not responsible for any damage done to the mobile. It is advised to follow the steps carefully and do not add anything from your side which may cause injury to the device.

Compatibility: The update is only compatible with Motorola Droid Razr CDMA and not with GSM Version. So do not try this update only any version which my cause harm to the phone.

Pre-requisites:

• At least 80% of the battery must be left, if it is not then charge the phone to ensure that it doesn’t gets turned off in between the update procedure
• Run the device on USB Debugging Mode. This can be done by going to Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging and tick the checkbox.
• Uninstall/Disable all the security suites in your PC so that they don’t interrupt in between
• Backup data so that it doesn’t gets lost/corrupted during the installation process. Below is the guide to backup data:
• Backup SMS by using “SMS Backup & Restore app”.
• Transfer contacts by syncing them with Gmail application
• Store Call Logs.
• Copy Songs, Videos, Files from internal  External SD Card.

Official Update to Motorola Droid Razr CDMA Android Phone with ICS 4.0 version

1. First ensure that you are on Stock .173 firmware version and please check that your device is rooted by download Root Checker application from Play Store.

2. Install OTA RootKeeper from the Play store to backup Root access in your phone.

3. Download  cheesecake v2 app to your PC and after downloading, open it. Then click to change the server by selecting the staging.

4. Select the link which ends with 100 and then click check for updates after that cick on the Setup in order to agree with Terms and Conditions.

5. After agreeing with Terms and Conditions, you will get an update and after its done, you can enjoy ICS 4.0

6. If there are any problems after the update, enter the mobile device in recovery mode and clear cache.

7. After entering in recovery mode, perform a wipe cache by selecting Wipe data/factory reset and then select Wipe Cache partition and after that reboot the mobile. Select “reboot system now” to restart the device.