An official software replace based mostly on Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean with build model I8160XXMF1, has been released for the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2. The OTA update is initially for the customers from Germany but those that are from firmware supported areas may install the update utilizing Odin.PDA: I8160XXMF1
CSC: I8160OXXMF1
Modem: I8160XXMF1
Build date: 3 June, 2013
Nation: Germany
Area: Europe
Click right here for our step-by-step information to install I8160XXMF1 Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean replace on Galaxy Ace 2.
Those who have already updated their devices with latest official build may follow our information to root the same. The tutorial uses root file released by recognised XDA developer, Shaaan. One of many key features of the basis package deal is, it doesn't improve the binary counter.
Pre-requisites
1) Install
USB Driver for Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 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 the USB 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 Ace 2 should have above 80% of battery charge.
5) The device should be factory unlocked and not locked to a particular carrier.
6) The phone will lose manufacturer's warranty once it is rooted. But users can reclaim the warranty back by unrooting it later.
7) The root package is compatible only with Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 GT-I8160. Applying this on any incorrect variant is likely to brick the device. Therefore, verify the model number of the Galaxy device by navigating to
Settings>>
About device>> Model number.
Steps to root Galaxy Ace 2 GT-I8160 on XXMF1 Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Step-1: Download
root package for Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 to the computer
Step-2: Connect the Galaxy device to the computer using USB cable
Step-3: Now copy the downloaded root zip to the SD card of the phone
Step-4: Unplug the USB cable from the phone and switch it off
Step-5: Boot the phone into
stock recovery by pressing and holding
Volume Up,
Home and
Power buttons together
Note: In the recovery mode, use the
Volume buttons to scroll between options and
Power button to select the desired option.
Step-6: Select
apply update from external storage then locate the
root zip which was earlier copied to the SD card of the phone
Step-7: Select the root zip pressing the
Power button and confirm installation
Step-8: When the installation process is completed, return to the main recovery menu and reboot the phone by selecting
reboot system now
As the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 boots up successfully, it should be rooted on XXMF1 Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean official firmware. To verify the root status of the device, install Root Checker app from Google Play Store.
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