Who needs the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update when one can get some features of high-end Samsung phones into one’s Samsung Galaxy S GT-I9000? A leaked Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread Value Pack firmware from Samsung lets you enjoy neat features, such as Face Unlock of the Galaxy Nexus, and improves the mobile phone’s performance.
This leaked Value Pack firmware build XXJVU update includes the following:
- Face Unlock from Galaxy Nexus
- Galaxy Note Lockscreen
- Galaxy S2 Photo Editor
- Improved Camera App
- Ability to take picture while taking videos
- Fast auto-rotation response
- New Lockscreen sounds
- Enhanced stock browser
- Smoother and faster Gallery 3D
- Higher FPS rate in 3D
- Minor changes in the UI
Installation Requirements
The leaked ROM for the Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread Value Pack build XXJVU hasn’t been thoroughly tested, so it may not be suitable for use daily. If you want to check out what the ROM has in store for you, you can try flashing it to your Galaxy S. But, take note of the following requirements and important reminders:
- Download Odin3 v1.83 and the leaked Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread Value Pack files. Get Odin3 v1.83 here, and Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread Value Pack here.
- Create a backup of your phone data, settings, and important files.
- Disable all system tools on your computer such as antivirus software, Samsung KIES, and firewall programs. These could interfere during the installation process.
- Make sure your phone has at least 60% power.
- Update your device at your own risk. We are not liable for any damage arising from your use of this guide.
Installation Process
If you’re all set and ready to go, you may install Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread Value Pack into your Samsung Galaxy S by following these steps:
- Extract the Value Pack ZIP update files to your desktop. The file should include the following files: CODE_I9000XXJVU_CL851880_REV03_user_low_ship.tar.md5, MODEM_I9000XXJVU_REV_00_CL1092175.tar.md5, and GT-I9000-CSC-MULTI-OXAJVU.tar.md5. If one file is missing, redownload the ZIP files.
- Launch Odin3 v1.83 on your desktop.
- Turn off your Galaxy S and reboot it into download mode. You can do this by pressing the Volume Down key and Home button (middle key) simultaneously while tapping the Power button.
- Connect your phone to your PC via USB cable.
- Once connected, wait for Odin’s ID:COM box to turn yellow, signaling that the device has been detected.
- Manually add the files in their respective places in Odin3:
- PDA: CODE_I9000XXJVU_CL851880_REV03_user_low_ship.tar.md5
- PHONE: MODEM_I9000XXJVU_REV_00_CL1092175.tar.md5
- CSC: GT-I9000-CSC-MULTI-OXAJVU.tar.md5
- Once all are set, click the Start button in Odin3 to install Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread Value Package on your mobile phone.
If you have followed the guide correctly, you can now enjoy these new updates on your Samsung Galaxy S.
Please comment below for any further queries.
Hi ., I want to know that can I install this on my Samsung Galaxy Y s5360 Smart phone , it has Android 2.3.6 os ??? Waiting for reply ..