I wonder if it time to revisit the posting rules, specifically for threads relating to ROM releases and development threads. Some of These threads are quickly being filled up by "thanks" and other rubbish that SHOULD NOT be there. Threads often go into hundreds of pages making keeping up very difficult. I would also suggest that each new ROM iteration gets a new thread with a link to the old rather than just carrying it though which also causes some confusion.
Minor warnings should be given for pointless posts on ROM DEV threads.
I second that Motion
agree.
The amount of useless crap that gets posted is ridiculous.
I don't think a separate thread for each revision is a good idea though as there are too many small revisions to do that and updating same thread is needed in those cases. Maybe when they move from versions ie v1.0 to v2.0 maybe but not small revisions.
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agree.
The amount of useless crap that gets posted is ridiculous.
I don't think a separate thread for each revision is a good idea though as there are too many small revisions to do that and updating same thread is needed in those cases. Maybe when they move from versions ie v1.0 to v2.0 maybe but not small revisions.
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I tend to agree, however the cook should be aware of the known issues and transfer those onto the new thread or fix them / include in update log. I am not suggesting the thread info pages should change, just a wipe out of all discussion so each set of discussions relate specifically to that particular build which I think would make more sense. I don't think there should ever be a need for someone to have to troll through 400 pages or jizz to get an idea how good a ROM is, which is where MDJ's is currently going
I suppose the problems is more user based than cooks, people use this as a place to chat where I only use it for tech info.
Consider this thread your one place to chat, moan and guess when the jelly bean update will come out, or anything else related to jellybean on the SGS3.
I need everyones help to keep this thread somewhat sane, report any trolling or flaming and don't respond to it.
All other threads on this topic will be closed.
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For all your JB OTA needs, see this thread
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Nice!
I'll start. I dont think JB for our devices will show today for some reason. I think it will be a week or 2 yet.
Somehow,i have the same feeling about this also...
But i'll just keep checking the forums...LIKE A MADMAN!
As much as I'd love it if the update comes on the 29th I won't hold my breath. Updates never seem to happen when they are rumoured to be happening unfortunately.
I could be wrong but I can't personally remember any that came out on the date they were rumoured other than Apple crap that is released on known dates
Hi everyone. Wanted to know..will I lose my pictures and other files if I upgrade to Jellybean?
FlyingPizza said:
Hi everyone. Wanted to know..will I lose my pictures and other files if I upgrade to Jellybean?
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Unless you choose to do a factory reset then no.
However, as always with updating firmware, always back your stuff up. You never know!
Thanks for this sticky lets keep the boards clean
On topic: I'll be checking for JB tomorrow in case the rumors are true, here's hoping (watch an ICS update come with a version number similar to the JB leaks just to troll us)
Good idea with the thread :good:
I was getting a little frustrated with all the "Jellybean update now!" threads that had me thinking it had arrived!
I am looking forward to it though, I'm guessing within the next few weeks...
I've played around with a couple of the leaked JB ROMs, but I'm currently going through a phase of enjoying a completely stock experience, so I'm eager for JB to arrive.
Good job, admin! The SGS3 forum desperately needed some cleaning up! Try going over to the HTC One X forums. Theirs is all clean!
I've heard that the Stock JB for Galaxy S3 I9300 will be released today. But nothing came out but the Latest Leaked Version: LH8...
What's happening????(((((
I'm currently running LH8, seems pretty stable. Only one issue found so far AllShare Cast is on and if I try to turn it off it turns Wifi off as well. Turn Wifi back on and AllShare turns back on as well.
With Touchwiz I can now add apps to folders inside the app drawer without it pooping itself everytime (seemed to be a common issue with the other JB's)
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I've heard that the Stock JB for Galaxy S3 I9300 will be released today. But nothing came out but the Latest Leaked Version: LH8...
What's happening????(((((
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1. That part of the world might be just starting to wake up
2. The date could be wrong :crying:
DeadSOL said:
Good job, admin! The SGS3 forum desperately needed some cleaning up! Try going over to the HTC One X forums. Theirs is all clean!
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i wonder why that is. teehee
:victory:
seriously, theirs is clean because they are all currently enjoying 4.0.4
I love the fact that samsung is now really working hard to bring us the best possible flavor of jelly bean. If I remember, there were not much leaks for ICS. Overall, I am loving the improvements.
We are waiting JB and we will get it soon. Whats after JB?
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We are waiting JB and we will get it soon. Whats after JB?
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We will get it today.
After Jelly Bean comes Android 4.2.0 Kush Bush. :fingers-crossed:
Currently, the AOSP Jelly Bean now has too many bugs. Some Apps cannot run smothly. Example: Facebook - sometime force close, Fruit Ninja - a bit lag and has some force close when we stop the game,... I Hate those Force Close stuffs:|
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I've heard that the Stock JB for Galaxy S3 I9300 will be released today. But nothing came out but the Latest Leaked Version: LH8...
What's happening????(((((
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It's official from today but it will be pushed within next days, so have a little patience. After a month you won't remember if it was We or Fr wen you got one.
Just moved from HTC Desire JB custom rom to S3. There isn't sooo much new compared to Samsung addons in stock rom. Google now is cool, maybe some more smoothness will come along as well but no big leap as from GB to ISC.
Just wait til it's 6pm in germany and the samsung press conference at "IFA" starts.
I am almost certain that samsung will not be releasing the update today, and I am even more certain that they won't officially mention it at IFA today, it was all a silly rumour thats got way out of hand.
The update will arrive in the next 2 weeks (IMO) but today is nothing special.
yken said:
We are waiting JB and we will get it soon. Whats after JB?
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Next is "K" = Key Lime Pie... yummmm :laugh:
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Theres no mention of the NEX camera, at least that I saw, anywhere in the recent posts.
He just stole a tab just like that