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[Q] Can someone summarize all the DX ROMs?

So, I know I want to root my DX and I know I want to load a custom rom, but I cant figure out which one. I've looked at the wiki but that just lists all the roms and doesnt really give a helpful summary to someone that has no idea what all the terminology means.
Could someone summarize the differences in the roms currently out there for the DX?
For example:
______ ROM is designed for users that want a vanilla android experience, ________ removes bloatware but doesn't change the performance of the phone
______ ROM is designed to push the DX to the limits of overclocking, _________ is very fast but sometimes buggy
______ ROM is designed for users that want to customize the look of their phone as much as possible.

b.licious said:
So, I know I want to root my DX and I know I want to load a custom rom, but I cant figure out which one. I've looked at the wiki but that just lists all the roms and doesnt really give a helpful summary to someone that has no idea what all the terminology means.
Could someone summarize the differences in the roms currently out there for the DX?
For example:
______ ROM is designed for users that want a vanilla android experience, ________ removes bloatware but doesn't change the performance of the phone
______ ROM is designed to push the DX to the limits of overclocking, _________ is very fast but sometimes buggy
______ ROM is designed for users that want to customize the look of their phone as much as possible.
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I will take a shot at this, and hopefully someone with more knowledge will come along and correct me if I am wrong on any (or all parts)
This one is what I was looking at and it took me a while to understand the AOSP abbreviation (Android Open Source Project) and as best as I could understand the Nexus One is AOSP. Stock, stock, stock. takes the Moto Blur out but doesn't change the voltage or overclock. So your peformance is just stock.
______ ROM is designed for users that want a vanilla android experience, ________ removes bloatware but doesn't change the performance of the phone
I haven't looked at this one because you can add some of the features like overclocking and under volting the DX with apps so I felt a stable ROM with the apps loaded with easy removal was a safer option (for me). You can drive a nice safe Toyota Camry (AOSP ROM) or you can drive a Formula 1 (Toyota Engineered Formula 1). Same company way different performance.
______ ROM is designed to push the DX to the limits of overclocking, _________ is very fast but sometimes buggy
This last one is a 50/50 for me, in that it requires updated (in some cases leaked) Verizon ROM's that you must first update to (such as 2.3.15 or 2.3.20 mentioned in the forums), of course they carry a risk for those unfamiliar with using SBF files (like me). You can then install the specialized ROM's that require the updated Verizon ROM's that are above our current DX release.
______ ROM is designed for users that want to customize the look of their phone
as much as possible
I am not sure if I was any help, if I confused you (and myself) or if another member can come along and clarify any of my points that I may have misunderstood. But what I posted is my take on them FWIW.

b.licious said:
So, I know I want to root my DX and I know I want to load a custom rom, but I cant figure out which one. I've looked at the wiki but that just lists all the roms and doesnt really give a helpful summary to someone that has no idea what all the terminology means.
Could someone summarize the differences in the roms currently out there for the DX?
For example:
______ ROM is designed for users that want a vanilla android experience, ________ removes bloatware but doesn't change the performance of the phone
______ ROM is designed to push the DX to the limits of overclocking, _________ is very fast but sometimes buggy
______ ROM is designed for users that want to customize the look of their phone as much as possible.
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1. rubiX focused, fission and apex are very vanilla
2. You oc any rom you want with an add-on app
3. All roms allow customization, some roms have more compatible themes than others
rubiX blurry and tranquility are close to stock feel, blur apps in tact but streamlined, there may be other blur roms. Most other roms are blurless.

Black screen and lag on i9000 2.2

Hi guys,
I am new to android world n amature in doing techy things on my mobile. I have updated my os from 2.1 to 2.2 via kies.
I get lag n black screens on my usage. Can anyone help me?
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i laso get some lag end som blackscreens
but i have already done the lagfix.
but i have the brazilian version, also with 2.2 with
baseband i900bvjjpd
kernel 2.6.32.9 [email protected]_lation #3
dunoo if its maybe an app, but i have watchdog and there are no apps misbehaving :/

first of all i think your both in the wrong thread lol, wont get noticed much in this section.......... but anyway
Are you using 2.2 or 2.2.1 ?? there are alot of fixes in the 2.2.1 and is a lot quicker for a stock ROM.
if you wanted even more speed you could go for a custom ROM there is loads to chose from.... but it can get a bit technical so if your unsure DONT DO IT !!!

There are a few things to consider:
- as stated above, you should make sure you get the latest, because 2.2.1 should be available (even officially) pretty much everywhere
- after flashing a factory reset is recommended to get the best performance (do a backup before so you can restore anything)
- there are better kernels out there that can speed up things and make your experience smoother (speedmod, voodoo, tegrak, etc)
- there are custom roms out there that are junk free and should provide a richer better experience.

Hi,
I know my question may be weired to some of experience people out here.
but i am really confused
What is difference between linux kernal update and flashing rom.
how to update kernel on my samsung galaxy s (I9000 2.2 default by samsung)
Thanks

Kernels and ROMs go hand it hand, it pointless getting a custom ROM and keeping stock Kernel. or vice versa
if you look it the development section and look for kernels (speedmod, Voodoo ect) there is a detailed step by step guide to installing them, and what benefits they have... it will make more sense for you to read through it all, than it would for us to try break it down into simple terms

My experience rooting and flashing my Desire HD

First off, this is my first post here, so hi everyone. After a few months with my unrooted Desire HD, I decided to root. I was hesitant mainly due to how complex the process was. I am with telus, which means I had to downgrade to a rootable firmware version (the Telus one isn't rootable for some reason). I needed to install a gold card for this. After this, I temp rooted and permanently rooted successfully. My first custom ROM is MIUI (freshly squeezed edition). I find it to be very fluid and fast and is definetly good looking. Its nice to see a ROM based on something other than stock Android or Sense. The software build that comes with this ROM (2.3.4) is also very fast, a huge step up from the laggy 2.2.1 software that Telus shipped with it.
Again, I am new and know very little about rooting and development in general, buy I plan to be using custom ROMs very often and I thought this site would be a good place to give feedback on custom ROMs. (I noticed you need at least 10 posts to access the developers forum).
The only problem I have with MIUI is that the messaging app constantly force closes.

Welcome ..
the 10 post limit is a bummer .. but you'll get there ..
Rom paradise will open soon ..
bellerophon90 said:
First off, this is my first post here, so hi everyone. After a few months with my unrooted Desire HD, I decided to root. I was hesitant mainly due to how complex the process was. I am with telus, which means I had to downgrade to a rootable firmware version (the Telus one isn't rootable for some reason). I needed to install a gold card for this. After this, I temp rooted and permanently rooted successfully. My first custom ROM is MIUI (freshly squeezed edition). I find it to be very fluid and fast and is definetly good looking. Its nice to see a ROM based on something other than stock Android or Sense. The software build that comes with this ROM (2.3.4) is also very fast, a huge step up from the laggy 2.2.1 software that Telus shipped with it.
Again, I am new and know very little about rooting and development in general, buy I plan to be using custom ROMs very often and I thought this site would be a good place to give feedback on custom ROMs. (I noticed you need at least 10 posts to access the developers forum).
The only problem I have with MIUI is that the messaging app constantly force closes.
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Question about rom's

This is probarly asked alot so sry
But considering the risk with putting roms on your phone.
and considering the advantages from these roms.
What do you suggest to do if i want to play save
-> Upgrading to 2.2 with Kies (samsung software)
-> Upgrading to 2.2 stock with odin
-> Upgrading to 2.2 ROM with no OC
And for the roms wich do you suggest as the safest and stable (no bugs)
Greetz

aropop said:
This is probarly asked alot so sry
But considering the risk with putting roms on your phone.
and considering the advantages from these roms.
What do you suggest to do if i want to play save
-> Upgrading to 2.2 with Kies (samsung software)
-> Upgrading to 2.2 stock with odin
-> Upgrading to 2.2 ROM with no OC
And for the roms wich do you suggest as the safest and stable (no bugs)
Greetz
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well if u're on 2.1...i recommend to first go to 2.2 with odin(stock)...and then look at dev section and select a rom which suits you best...
i use three rom's...two are froyo&cm7(2.3.5)...and with froyo ones i have zero problems...i think if you choose betwen these two and follow all the instructions tight....then you should be fine
but it's your call
Sent from my hybrid g3
Kyrillos' 9.0.5
powered by
g3mod 2.1 Final OC

If you want to play safe, just do nothing.
But if you want to upgrade your phone, do it with some custom rom from this forum. I believe the Kyrillos rom is the most popular (hence, 'the best'). I upgraded my phone being a total noob to the kyrillos rom and I'm very happy with my galaxy 3. It's much faster (without overclock) and my battery lasts much longer. I can do things my phone never could before (with stock 2.2).
Regarding your points of concern:
- Messing things up: it's really difficult to really really **** up the phone. Follow the instructions and if you have a question, search on the forum or ask it. Once you've done the rooting, you realise it's a very simple proces.
- The possible bugs: sometimes you encounter a bug, but in most cases it's no big deal ( some visual letter or icon thing) and chances are high it's repaired in the next version.
If I was you, I'd consider a custom rom (like Kyrillos 9).
grtz

drolllll said:
If you want to play safe, just do nothing.
But if you want to upgrade your phone, do it with some custom rom from this forum. I believe the Kyrillos rom is the most popular (hence, 'the best'). I upgraded my phone being a total noob to the kyrillos rom and I'm very happy with my galaxy 3. It's much faster (without overclock) and my battery lasts much longer. I can do things my phone never could before (with stock 2.2).
Regarding your points of concern:
- Messing things up: it's really difficult to really really **** up the phone. Follow the instructions and if you have a question, search on the forum or ask it. Once you've done the rooting, you realise it's a very simple proces.
- The possible bugs: sometimes you encounter a bug, but in most cases it's no big deal ( some visual letter or icon thing) and chances are high it's repaired in the next version.
If I was you, I'd consider a custom rom (like Kyrillos 9).
grtz
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i think he's on 2.1...
Sent from my hybrid g3
Kyrillos' 9.0.5
powered by
g3mod 2.1 Final OC

rkkoby said:
i think he's on 2.1...
Sent from my hybrid g3
Kyrillos' 9.0.5
powered by
g3mod 2.1 Final OC
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Im indeed on 2.1 bought my phone one year ago. But i have linux so need to use my brothers pc and i dont wanna bother him every week to upgrade my rom to solve anoying bugs

I just bought a new one!!!!!!

I just bought a new i9000 and I want to upgrade it to the latest OS possible (hope ICS 4.0 is available)..
I am REALLY a beginner in this..so please I need a tutorial from the scratch..

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Why is so hard to read even the title of the very first thread in the General section? There you will find your answers...

ghenn4 said:
Why is so hard to read even the title of the very first thread in the General section? There you will find your answers...
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Because you don't get banned for at least 1 week starting thread #143 like this.
Tapatalked - There's a Thanks button somewhere

Lesson n. 1
How not to begin a topic.

welcome to the NIGHTMARE

you should look at S. U. R. F. A. C. E Rom thread. the Rom is very nice and he has very good tutorials for beginners!
Sent from my GT-I9000 using XDA App

Well, first of all, the latest roms are not always the best ones. Since gingerbread 2.3.4, we've had in sequence: JVQ, JVR, JVS, JVT and now JVX, JVW and JVZ.
However, many still consider JVR to be smoother and more stable than the newer ones. Then, there is also the wifi problem on JVS and above.
Similarly, there is the infamous phone.apk force close problem on all these roms, which was not present on gingerbread 2.3.3.
But gingerbread 2.3.3 had serious battery drain issues, which weren't present on Froyo roms.
So, here's what you need to know as a beginner:
-The latest roms and custom roms give you the advantage of theming, modding and tweaking, all of which are very fun and exciting. Seriously. I used to flash my galaxy s multiple times a day.
-But the smoothest, lag free roms are the Froyo 2.2.1 roms. Stick with those if you want stability and speed. After all, gingerbread doesn't have any important extra functionalities. But, froyo roms lack support for latest tweaks and themes.
So, if you're happy with your current rom, there is no actual need to change it.
But, if you are really keen on trying other roms before settling down, you need to be able to flash roms. To do that, you'll need to:
1) Install Samsung Kies to get the samsung usb drivers
2) Download odin 1.3 or above
3) Download the rom of your choice and follow their flashing instructions
4) To be safe, download a froyo stock rom and a gingerbread stock rom with bootloaders just in case you need to revert to stock
5) To be even safer, perform the unbrickable mod on your phone first, though the SGS is pretty hard to hard brick anyway.

thanxxxxxx

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