The Galaxy S3 Mini, a compact version of the third generation Galaxy S smartphone, was launched with Android version 4.1 and was later upgraded to v4.1.2. The Jelly Bean software update brings a host of enhanced features including Multi-View, Page Buddy, new gallery app, new Notification Panel, Smart Rotation, continuous input in Samsung keyboard, Paper Artist app and Group Cast app. There is a good new for those who have already upgraded their devices to the latest software version of Jelly Bean and currently looking for a root method. Recognised XDA developer, Shaaan has released a root package for the G3 Mini running on Jelly Bean version.Following this XDA senior member, seedrom193 has shared an easy guide which will root the Galaxy S3 Mini and install ClockworkMod (CWM) recovery. The tutorial uses CWM recovery file by senior member, tys0n. The key feature of the tutorial is the Galaxy S3 Mini will not lose warranty once it is rooted. Besides, the method works on all variants of the S3 Mini GT-I8190/N/L. Galaxy S3 Mini users who wish to root their devices running on Jelly Bean and install CWM recovery may follow our step-by-step guide below.IBTimes UK reminds its readers that it will not be held liable for any mishap. Users are also advised to verify that their handsets meet following requirements. Pre-requisites1) Install USB Driver for Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini to transfer files between the Android device and the computer.2) Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone to connect the Android device with the computer and use the Android SDK with it. [Press Menu>>Settings>> Applications. From there navigate and click on Development option and then check theUSB Debugging Mode.] 3) As the tutorial might wipe all the data of the phone, create a backup. If the device is having any custom recoveries such as CWM/TWRP already installed then back up data using the recovery. 4) The Galaxy S3 Mini should have above 80% of battery charge. 5) The device should be factory unlocked and not locked to a particular carrier.6) The root and recovery files work with all the variants of Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini GT-I8190/N/L. Applying this on any incorrect variant is likely to brick the device. Therefore, verify the model number of the Galaxy device by navigating toSettings>> About device>> Model number. Steps to install CWM recovery on Samsung Galaxy S3 MiniStep-1: Download ClockworkMod recovery file for Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini to the computer. Unzip the downloaded recovery file Step-2: Download Odin v3.04 which will help to install the recovery file on the phone. Extract the Odin to get Odin v3.04.exe file Step-3: Switch off the S3 Mini and wait for about five to six seconds for the vibration to confirm complete power offStep-4: Now place the device into Download Modeby pressing and holding Power, Volume Down andHome buttons together until the screen flashes. Then press the Volume Up button to continue to enter into Download ModeStep-5: Launch Odin on the computerStep-6: Connect the S3 Mini to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait for some time until Odin detects the device. When the phone is connected successfully, an Addedmessage will appear under Odin message box. Additionally, the ID: COM box in Odin will turn blue with the COM port number, indicating successful connectionNote: If the Added message does not come then try another USB port, try the on located at the back side of the computer. If Odin still fails to recognise the device then reinstall USB driver. Step-7: In Odin, click the PDA button and select downloaded recovery fileStep-8: Ensure the Auto Reboot and F.Reset Timecheckboxes are selectedStep-9: Now hit the Start button in Odin to begin the installation, which will take a few minutesStep-10: Once the installation process is completed, the phone will reboot automatically. And soon aPASS message will appear in Odin indicating successful installationSteps to root Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini on Android 4.1.2 Jelly BeanStep-1: Download the root zip for Galaxy S3 Mini to the computer Step-2: Connect the phone to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the root zip to the external SD card of the phone Step-3: Disconnect the phone from the computer and turn it off Step-4: Boot the phone into CWM recovery by pressing and holding Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together Note: In the recovery mode, use Volume buttons to scroll between options and Power button to select the desired options. Step-5: In recovery mode, select install zip from sdcardStep-6: Now select choose zip from external sdcardthen navigate to the root zip which was earlier copied to the SD card of the phoneStep-7: Select it using Power button and confirm installation by selecting Yes on the next screenStep-8: When the installation is completed, return to the recovery menu and reboot the phone by selecting reboot system now e2 naun tut xa pg root ng s3mini :)
Posted on: Mon, 30 Sep 2013 03:19:59 +0000
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