How can I get my Galaxy S2 out of a boot loop?

[Philip_Edwards2]

Galaxy s2 boot loop

Hi,

This is my first post so i hope i'm in the right forum.

My Galaxy S2 is currently enjoying a boot loop.
I don't have a version of windows so im using heimdall on OSX 10.6.8..........please don't laugh at me !!

Can anyone point me in the right direction for a file i can succesfully upload to this phone. Im struggling to find a firware that works. What format/extension should i be looking for ?

Thanks

Phil

 

[Golfdriver97]

Re: Galaxy s2 boot loop

Hi,

This is my first post so i hope i'm in the right forum.

My Galaxy S2 is currently enjoying a boot loop.
I don't have a version of windows so im using heimdall on OSX 10.6.8..........please don't laugh at me !!

Can anyone point me in the right direction for a file i can succesfully upload to this phone. Im struggling to find a firware that works. What format/extension should i be looking for ?

Thanks

Phil

Mod note: Moved to General Help and How To, for better traffic. The initial choice was fine, but for more eyes, this is probably better.

As for your question: Is there anyway you can borrow a Windows PC from a friend? If you can, the ROM files would be on either Samsung updates or Sammobile. And then you would need a copy of Odin.

You can check these out:
http://forums.androidcentral.com/am...ide-samsung-how-flash-stock-rom-via-odin.html

http://forums.androidcentral.com/am...w-flash-stock-rom-via-odin-new-interface.html

 

[Golfdriver97]

Re: Galaxy s2 boot loop

I just thought of a couple more ideas after hitting submit:

1. You might want to try rebooting into recovery. Pull the battery and reinsert. Recovery can be booted following this: http://forums.androidcentral.com/sa...ing-into-recovery-mode-galaxy-s2-s3-tab2.html

2. While the battery is out, place it on a smooth flat surface, like a desk, and try to spin it. If it spins freely, there is a bulge in the center of the battery, and needs to be replaced. The bulge creates a pivot point, and causes a disconnect and a reconnect at the battery connection.

Also, welcome to Android Central.