Update Galaxy Note 2 with Stable CyanogenMod CM12.1 [Snapshot] Android … – International Business Times, India Edition

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Crowd-source-based custom ROM CyanogenMod developer community, HAS released CM12.1 Snapshot, a stable firmware to the Samsung Galaxy Note is the second

This updated CM12.1 series software Comes With IMAP IDLE support, SDK v1 release and the security fixes, including to the Stagefright security loophole.

Prerequisites (things to remember before installing the Custom ROM)

• This new CyanogenMod CM12.1 Android 5.1.1 custom ROM Lollipop HAS To Be Installed On Samsung Galaxy Note 2 GT-N7105 (with Snapdragon chipset) 4G model only; if tried on other devices, It Might Get bricked [To check your device model: Go to Settings & gt; & gt; About phone & gt; & gt; model number]

 

• Make sure the device is rooted before going forward for Custom ROM installation.

 

• The installation of custom ROMs requires the clearing of memory in the smartphone, so make sure to back all the data by installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery / TWRP in the smartphone.

 

• Make sure you have installed the USB drivers on the PC, or else your smartphone (Samsung Galaxy Note 2 GT-N7105) will not be Recognized by the computer.

 

• Make sure your device HAS morethan 80 percent battery, or else there is chance of smartphone getting temporarily bricked if the installation process is interrupted midway.

 

• Users are advised to pay close attention to the CM release version and check Whether the version of Their Third party installs (kernels, mods, gapps, etc.) are compatible to the custom ROM.

 

• Though installing custom ROM Improves the device’s performance and UI experiences, it makes the company warranty void And they will no longer be liable to providesprofessional updates in future [users can restore warranty by flashing the device with stock-ROM].

 

CyanogenMod CM12.1 Downloadable files:

The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) CM12.1 [Snapshot]: Here [Build date: 01/09/2015]

Cyanogen Recovery: HERE

Google Apps: HERE

[ Disclaimer: This procedure is very technical and Should be Performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting (or manual software installation) Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not Followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable. International Business Times, India can not be held Responsible for any damage or Claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to Proceed with caution.]

Tutorial: Step-by-Step Installation Guide of CyanogenMod CM12.1 [Snapshot] Android 5.1.1 Lollipop Custom ROM for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 GT-N7105 –

Step 1: After downloading CyanogenMod CM12.1 [Snapshot] Android 5.1.1 Lollipop Custom ROM and Google Apps in to the PC, connect Samsung Galaxy Note 2 to the computer via USB cord.

[Note:

Before plugging the phone to the computer, ask surethat you have installed the USB driver software, if not, click HERE to download the firmware]

Step 2: Place Android 5.1.1 Lollipop Custom ROM zip file and Google Apps .zip file into the phone’s SD card memory. [Note: Users are advised to paste the .zip file in the SD card root, not in any other folder.]

[Note: Before beginning to install the Custom Software ask surethat the device is rooted and HAS installed ClockworkMod Recovery / TWRP tool.]

Step 3: Turn off the device and disconnect from the PC.

Step 4: Perform the regular Recovery Mode sortie by the press holding ‘Volume (up)’, ‘Home’ and ‘Power’ buttons.

Step 5: After entering the recovery mode, clear the phone memory, by the Choosing ‘wipe data / factory reset’

[Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and the 'Power' button to select options, while operating under the Recovery Mode]

Step 6: Clear the cache memory by Selecting ‘wipe cache partition’

Step 7: Come back to ClockworkMod recovery, and select ‘ advanced ‘and tap’ wipe Dalvik cache ‘[Note: This step is optional, but many recommend this procedure So THAT user will not face the boot loops or any other errors in the middle of custom ROM installation]

Step 8: Come back to main recovery screen and then tap ‘Install ZIP from SD card’

Step 9: Tap ‘choose zip from sdcard’ and go to Android 5.1 Lollipop ROM .zip file in the SD card and enter the setup process. Repeat the same procedure again to install the Google Apps. [Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and the 'Power' button to select options]

Step 10: Once done with the setup process, navigate to ‘++++ + Go Back +++++ ‘and restart the device by opting’ reboot system now ‘Seen in the recovery menu.

Now your device (Samsung Galaxy Note 2 GT-N7105) will take a few minutes to complete the booting process .

Users then head to the Settings & gt; & gt; select ‘About Phone’ to confirm the installation of CyanogenMod Android 5.1.1 Lollipop custom ROM.

[Credits: CyanogenMod.org]

Article Published: September 4, 2015 17:46 IST