spyware on android

[dellf]

So I gave my samsung galaxy s to the fella in the store to fix a problem with my screen (cracked) and it has come back with a load of applications that I can't delete. In fact I can't get rid of any apps on the phone at all.

i took it back, but they are denying anything "That man - he no works here anymore" etc.
I am now really suspicious that it has spywar on.
I've spent ages reading that I need to wipe the phone. That is ok. i know how to do a factory reset, but the forums say I should flash my roms, but first I should root teh phone.

I've spend 2 days reading around the forum and finally decided to sign up and ask for help.
If someone lives in the Woolwich, London area I'll pay to be shown how to do it.

Phone = Samsung Galaxy S
Model Number = GT-190000
Firmware version = 2.3.6
Baseband version = 19000XXJVT
kernel version = 2.6.35.7-I9000XWJVW-CL695261 root@DELL126#2
Build Number = GINGERBREAD.XWJVW

 

[SamuraiBigEd]

Hi delif, sorry to hear about your problems. The advice you have been given is correct, I would suggest a factory reset as well. You should try over here as well http://androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-s/, you will find plenty of information on your device there.

 

[jefboyardee]

Seems to me if it was taken to an authorized service outlet and provable damage was done, someone should report those effers to someone higher up.

 

[psionandy]

Seems to me if it was taken to an authorized service outlet and provable damage was done, someone should report those effers to someone higher up.

or they just updated the rom to the latest version, which included some new apps/icons.....