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FreeKernel Feedback (Bootloader bypass) UPDATE:VIDEO

Please post all feedback/comments to do with the FreeKernel here
DO NOT SPAM THE BOOTLOADER CRACKING THREAD, IT IS FOR DEVELOPERS ONLY.
zdzihu said:
The bootloader has been bypassed using the kexec/miniloader method
We are able to boot custom kernels now!
Anyway... this is the first release of the fully working custom kernel (flashable via xRecovery). I haven't had much time to work on it so it's kind of proof-of-concept. Tested for 48h without any problem (not even a reboot).
FreeKernel-alpha1:
http://www.mediafire.com/?d8v914keiqsmc3n
This is the alpha version of custom 2.6.29 kernel based on the SE sources. I do not plan to work on this release anymore - it is just for testing purpose. From today on I'll start to port SE stuff to the latest (GBread) kernel.
Changes:
- removed 32 fps cap
- implemented netfilter (Droid wall, native USB/wifi tethering etc.)
- undervolted to 0.950mV to save battery
- don't remember what else I did, I bet something nasty
- super ugly boot logo!
Requirements:
- baseband .52 + the relevant kernel
- clean 2.1 ROM, compatibile with .52 baseband (e.g. .504)
- working xRecovery
Please note I am not responsible for any damage this software may cause to your device! Use it at your own risk!
There is absolutely no support for this alpha release!​
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So, if you want to test this new kernel, please keep in mind it is only compatible with stock 2.1 firmwares (.504 and above) that are compatible with baseband 52.
It is only for testing purposes, and any feedback for this alpha kernel is purely for the benefit of others, Z is not and will not be supporting this version, do not expect it to be ready for daily use!
Please post your results and how you get on with the kernel.
Video of FreeKernel
http://vimeo.com/21838810
does anyone know how to embed it?
I tested the kernel on baseband .46 on TripNMIUI 0.3.2, and the removal of the FPS cap is incredible, the phone is so much smoother and fluid it is unbelievable - it is like having a new phone. I noticed the screen feels a lot more responsive aswell!.
Obviously it is not at all compatible with the ROM, there is no radio and there are frequent reboots, but just a taster in terms of things to come
Apologies for the poor video, but I think its enough to get the general gist of the smoothness

Tried custom kernel just for kicks on trips miui 3.2...bb 54 and up super unstable no network/wifi tons of reboots....
bb 52 and bb49 no network but wifi IS working no sd card mount though
gonna test other roms aswell....

For install custom kernel to be need xrec by Z not from flashtool.
All works, clean install bb 2.0.46 and 2.0.A.0.504.
Dont problems.
I done back to my custom rom way xrec and flashed the patch bb.49, nothing problem.
cheers

this will not work on bb .46 i have tried and failed. no network at all. have tried on several roms... only eternity roms are working on this kernel on bb .52....
supposedly it is suppose to work with bb .49 have not tested on this bb so i cant say for sure.
guaranteed on .52 build 504...
results on quadrant show fps cap has been removed.
overclock is not possible but undervolting is
colors have not yet changed but should upon release of other custom kernels

Can I brick my x10 with this or only bootloop it (because bootloop is fixable with SEUS)

will this work with freex10 and can anyone give me a link to the main thread where zdhihu posted this? i can't find it. thanks.

PlayGunsta said:
Can I brick my x10 with this or only bootloop it (because bootloop is fixable with SEUS)
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You can't brick it as you only flash some files to the system, and you should still be able to access xrecovery if it bootloops

THIS IS ONLY USABLE WITH STOCK 2.1 ON. 52 BASEBAND!!!
This is a test kernel not meant as anything more than a proof of concept. There is absolutely no reason to flash this unless you are personally working on making your own custom kernels. This kernel is not even an alpha release, it will never be developed or supported. If you choose to flash it just to toy around don't whine about functionality.
When custom kernels are available anything the hardware is capable of and drivers can be written for will be possible. Everyone needs to calm down and quit asking the same questions over and over.
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Have uploaded a video, does anyone know how to embed it in the post?

Thanks for the video!

a2ha said:
Thanks for the video!
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no problem

BTW. will it work on Freex10?

a2ha said:
BTW. will it work on Freex10?
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No. Z posted it in the bootloader cracking thread. This is only meant for stock 2.1 FW on. 49-.52 BB and is not functional for daily use. This is only meant as a test if you want a stable new kernel its still going to take a little while.
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a2ha said:
BTW. will it work on Freex10?
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It won't work with any ROM 100% - its just designed for testing, you won't be able to use it for daily use yet.
If you just want to try it out, its possible it will boot up on freex10 and you will see the effects of not having a FPS cap - but it is unlikely the majority of things will work, like radio etc. as it is meant for stock 2.1 roms.
If you do want to try it, make a backup on xrecovery first

I dont know what you have xD
What do you mean with "its not ready for dayly use" ?
I use it now since yesterday afternoon and everything works perfect!
I had no random reboots and everything is very smooth!
My Battery lost 1 % with stable 1 Ghz (playing around and testing).
So not be scared! flash it!

Whitecookie said:
What do you mean with "its not ready for dayly use" ?
I use it now since yesterday afternoon and everything works perfect!
I had no random reboots and everything is very smooth!
My Battery lost 1 % with stable 1 Ghz (playing around and testing).
So not be scared! flash it!
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As in its only supported by the stock 2.1 ROM, and if you run into any problems with it, its not being supported so you won't get a fix

so for example if i install this kernel on my freex10, how can i remove it later if i have problems with it?

a2ha said:
so for example if i install this kernel on my freex10, how can i remove it later if i have problems with it?
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Create a backup on xrecovery before installing it, and then when you need to go back just restore it

Hey . Is this really working cos owain in ours minipro forums said its only first april joke, and we cant yet load custom kernel. Is there any difference between x10 bootloader and minis ??? How long it will take to do a fully working roms , softs to ours xperias ???
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@ Whitecookie:
Do you use the .504 2.1 ROM?
Does someone if it works with 2.0.2 (the ROM which Eminence V1.2 is based on) works 100% with this kernel?

[Q] Best custom rom 2.2 for games

what is best custom rom 2.2 with benchmark result 1200+?

TRIPMiui I guess

this is the most effective & features packed rom i ever used - from TripN
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1085918

thank you for past reply and information

Wolfbreaks cm 6.1.3 has thrbest graphical performance for games and is the fastest, smoothest rom on here

Trips rom ... miui iris
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Try trips and wolfbreaks roms op, but I bet you'll stick with wolfs lol..
There are games wolfs can play that trips could never dream of

fiscidtox said:
Try trips and wolfbreaks roms op, but I bet you'll stick with wolfs lol..
There are games wolfs can play that trips could never dream of
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This man speaks the truth.
WB for the win.

omg im dont know what i choose im cofused. maybe try wolfbreak but the rom is named with wolfbreak right? im in baseband .52 i can flash wolfbreak rom?
EDIT: wolfbreak rom said only baseband 54/55/58. should i flash this? "Patch to use 4x-52 Baseband [apply ROM first]" to able to my phone? with baseband .52

gAracUh said:
omg im dont know what i choose im cofused. maybe try wolfbreak but the rom is named with wolfbreak right? im in baseband .52 i can flash wolfbreak rom?
EDIT: wolfbreak rom said only baseband 54/55/58. should i flash this? "Patch to use 4x-52 Baseband [apply ROM first]" to able to my phone? with baseband .52
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Flash the rom then the patch!
Will work like a charm

ok thank you

gAracUh said:
ok thank you
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NP! Enjoy, it is the best rom on here I think.
I keep coming back to it as it is the only one I have no qualms with, always works perfectly, everything working and no bugs

fiscidtox said:
NP! Enjoy, it is the best rom on here I think.
I keep coming back to it as it is the only one I have no qualms with, always works perfectly, everything working and no bugs
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fiscidtox my experia is bought in japan but im now here in philippines and it is SO-10B NTT DOCOMO. my question is can i flash custom rom? even not already unlock the sim now? is there any problem in unlocking if i go to shop then unlock even my experia is in custom rom? (sorry im not good in english)

gAracUh said:
fiscidtox my experia is bought in japan but im now here in philippines and it is SO-10B NTT DOCOMO. my question is can i flash custom rom? even not already unlock the sim now? is there any problem in unlocking if i go to shop then unlock even my experia is in custom rom? (sorry im not good in english)
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Yes you can flash first before you unlock, that would be fine. The unlocking process happens at a much deeper level, so it will not be effected bt flashing custom roms, or anything like that.
At any time just put a different sim card in, and put in your unlock code, custom rom or not

I'm on wolf's and all games I've tested work beautifully, 3d or 2d.

No problems with any games on Free X10 B4 for me.

fiscidtox said:
Yes you can flash first before you unlock, that would be fine. The unlocking process happens at a much deeper level, so it will not be effected bt flashing custom roms, or anything like that.
At any time just put a different sim card in, and put in your unlock code, custom rom or not
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thank you fiscidtox in very explainable reply and to others who reply in this thread thanks for information it will helping me a lot

[Q] FreeX10 2.3

Hi, Okay so I have running Free X10 2.2.1 with baseband 2.1.54
I want to try a 2.3 ROM and I've been looking at the Free X10 2.3
however the requirements here:
Requirements:
1. Rooted 2.3.3 ROM
2. working xRecovery 0.3
3. Baseband 71+
I need to have a rooted 2.3.3 ROM before I installed the Free X10 2.3.3?
How do I upgrade my baseband?
Is there any efficient way to back up and restore your apps between flashing?

Yes. Just use flashtool to upgrade. Then root then install recovery. It if your on 2.2 just connect it to pc companion. And also u already posted a thread like this. Dont double post
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Okay sorry. Im just new at flashing and using custom ROMs. I just have a few questions to get started. My phone is rooted and I have already flashed from eclair to froyo free x10. I would have posted in that same previous post but it said thread closed.
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I would not suggest to move to FreeX10 2.3.3 as it's development was stopped, it will not be improved and has many bugs.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1208145&page=17
But if you still want to try it, just make sure you flash the baseband after you installed the ROM with xRecovery.

try the new cm7 instead...

BingoRingo said:
I would not suggest to move to FreeX10 2.3.3 as it's development was stopped, it will not be improved and has many bugs.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1208145&page=17
But if you still want to try it, just make sure you flash the baseband after you installed the ROM with xRecovery.
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What are you talking about? many bugs? I was using it as my daily rom (Until Z's CM7 came out) & I didn't find one single bug, It's stable & fast

Can someone post a link for Z's CM7? I wanna try it out.
also, how I do upgrade my baseband before doing this upgrade. I'm currently on Z's Free X10 2.2.1

Also, i notice that my autocorrect and auto punctuate (double space to make a . )
The settings are turned on but are not taking effect
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You dont need rooted 2.3 rom all you need to do is flash the rom take out battery open flashtool and flash baseband 71 or vice versa
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riginal said:
What are you talking about? many bugs? I was using it as my daily rom (Until Z's CM7 came out) & I didn't find one single bug, It's stable & fast
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I bet he thinks development stopped = bugs hell.
And the new CM7 is a lot more buggy than you think. Wifi not working, battery drainage(just me?), etc.
Just get FreeX10 2.3. You don't need to be on 2.3. Just flash the ROM via xRec, pull out the battery, put it in back and flash the new baseband and kernel.
But you said you like living at the bleeding edge, so you can give the new CM7ZMOD a try.
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Okay awesome. I'll just give Free X10 2.3 a try (I'm really liking Free X10 2.2 so far).
Sorry to be such a noob, but can someone give me a quick run down on how to get/use Flashtool? Thanks.

Hzu said:
I bet he thinks development stopped = bugs hell.
And the new CM7 is a lot more buggy than you think. Wifi not working, battery drainage(just me?), etc.
Just get FreeX10 2.3. You don't need to be on 2.3. Just flash the ROM via xRec, pull out the battery, put it in back and flash the new baseband and kernel.
But you said you like living at the bleeding edge, so you can give the new CM7ZMOD a try.
Sent from my X10 using XDA App
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Well actually I think CM7 is not that buggy either, Wifi will be fixed by Z soon I bet, hell it's already fixed by a member by replacing a file from another rom, as for your battery drainage, it's ok here, not as good as FreeX10 but ok, maybe do some battery calibration & stuff? also gps is on by default so turn it off
But overall I prefer FreeX10 2.3 too, CM7 is faster (it's the fastest gb I've tried) even the first time you boot up the rom, the speed & the way bootanimation loads is just amazing, But Freex10 is rock solid stable with great battery life & very fast too

His CM7 ZMOD is probably better than FreeX10 2.3.3.
As for WiFi in CM7, here's the fix: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16602945&postcount=265

Try wolfs ROM, alot better then cm7zmod
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[General][discussion] spaarc is back , Alive and kicking ^^

Firstly -pilot- I'm sorry for spamming buddy
I'm back and looking for ideas as always
I was thinking ICS , but we have amazing devs like zdzihu who will get everything done
Then cyanogenmod , but we have the fxp team
Then stock based , we have many roms and amazing devs like team , thjap and wolf break
Then miui , but there are many out there by oodie , robertberma , cobra to and a1exander
May be I'm not required any more ????
But still need ideas

I think u must join zdzihu in ICS rom

Yeah a stable fully working ICS would be very good. Zdzihu is abroad and have not enough tools and time there so any dev helping would speed up the Development alot. I think 4.0 is very good and we all should help with our knowledge to get it working.
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make.believe
In other words, be creative

Wolfbreak said:
Yeah a stable fully working ICS would be very good. Zdzihu is abroad and have not enough tools and time there so any dev helping would speed up the Development alot. I think 4.0 is very good and we all should help with our knowledge to get it working.
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I know ICS is amazing
But I don't quite have the knowledge to cook drivers etc.
I can't even download the android source code at the stupid Internet speed I have ...
All can do is mod
If I knew driver coding I would surely help him
I could try modding ICS

could i ask for a newer version of the Ginger Villain Rom? Your last version was excellent!

vimtovomit said:
could i ask for a newer version of the Ginger Villain Rom? Your last version was excellent!
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http://android.modaco.com/topic/347030-lions-gingervillain-31-v2-released-101011/

spaarc said:
Firstly -pilot- I'm sorry for spamming buddy
I'm back and looking for ideas as always
I was thinking ICS , but we have amazing devs like zdzihu who will get everything done
Then cyanogenmod , but we have the fxp team
Then stock based , we have many roms and amazing devs like team , thjap and wolf break
Then miui , but there are many out there by oodie , robertberma , cobra to and a1exander
May be I'm not required any more ????
But still need ideas
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Ill forgive you if you finish AOSP

Please not another miui rom
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How about delagging stock 2.3.3. What a laggy firmware... But I like the SE UI!

xPlayGunZ said:
How about delagging stock 2.3.3. What a laggy firmware... But I like the SE UI!
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+1
I haven't change the stock ROM, since it was released (I used to flash froyo and eclair roms once a week, now Kernels only).
Simply in my opinion, stock SE rom is finer than any MIUI or AOSP roms

Why don't you develop a new more advanced kernel for 2.3.7 - 4.0.1. Many believe that the 2.6.29 Kernel is holding things back.
tal333
Phone: Sony Ericsson Xperia X10i @1.19GHz- White
Android version: 2.3.7
Kernel: 2.6.29-modFXP-DooMKernel-v05a
Radio: 2.1.71
Recovery: DooMLoRD’s Boot Manager v1.3
Rom: CyanogenMod-7.2.0-RC0-es209ra-KANG
Theme: Honeycomb3D-3Dicons by BKMO

Very pleased to see you back Spaarc buddy
Needing a little advice myself in terms of AOSP if you can help?
Anyway Goro is already Porting Xperia 2011 Kernel to x10
2.6.32.9 and has it booting so its kinda unnecessary at the minute
Maybe just make your AOSP perfect
The only thing missing from x10 right now is sense... I know you've tried it and its hard but there are ppl out there who have had it working on x8 sgs2 and other devices, maybe get some advice and give it another shot?? The amount of testers will be huge if you get it working mate
Regards
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Oh yeah cool ,
It will take me months to port sense
If you could wait I will try
It is very very tough
I make no promises
But aosp will be here shortly
festa20 said:
Very pleased to see you back Spaarc buddy
Needing a little advice myself in terms of AOSP if you can help?
Anyway Goro is already Porting Xperia 2011 Kernel to x10
2.6.32.9 and has it booting so its kinda unnecessary at the minute
Maybe just make your AOSP perfect
The only thing missing from x10 right now is sense... I know you've tried it and its hard but there are ppl out there who have had it working on x8 sgs2 and other devices, maybe get some advice and give it another shot?? The amount of testers will be huge if you get it working mate
Regards
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Wp7 mango? Webos, qnx... In that order... Multi booting ICS...
...
A guy can dream
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Stock 2.3.3 with zKernel and removed useless SE apps is excellent,not laggy at all.
xPlayGunZ said:
How about delagging stock 2.3.3. What a laggy firmware... But I like the SE UI!
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Weren't you & Doomlord working on Dual boot or something? That'd be cool

[NEED] Testers for my rom[DONE]

Testers needed for my new rom who can give me reviews in all aspect,my rom is gb based 2.3.7 with xperia s look large number of ram eating apps been removed for good gaming and if people are fed up of xperia s look then i will add a flashable zip of ics look as an addon because i will launch the rom with xperia s look only.And each and every addons and apps will be added as addons for this rom.Give me reviews about gaming performance use doomkernel v14 and oc your upto what suits best.
I would pm the link to first four person who reply to this thread according to order.No screenshots will be added for now i will reveal it when i will make a thread for the rom
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ROM WILL JOIN DEVELOPMENT THREAD SOON
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CHEERS
:laugh:

techdevilisnowmonster said:
Testers needed for my new rom who can give me reviews in all aspect,my rom is gb based 2.3.7 with xperia s look large number of ram eating apps been removed for good gaming and if people are fed up of xperia s look then i will add a flashable zip of ics look as an addon because i will launch the rom with xperia s look only.And each and every addons and apps will be added as addons for this rom.Give me reviews about gaming performance use doomkernel v14 and oc your upto what suits best.
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ready and waiting to test techdevil

I am ready too...
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everything works flawlessly very smooth with great battery life the best xperia s Rom I have tried. this is going to be my daily driver running on 2.3.4 stock kernel. amazing work op keep up the good work
game performance on stock kernel is very good, running dead trigger on ultra high with very little lag exellent rom
have been running this Rom for half a day and its very stable just as stable as stock no bugs found so far

No.4

useless comment, sick! Can try the rom too
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just would like to say that if this is based on another rom like Gin2JB or TrueAncenstor then make sure you have permission to use their rom as a base.

fma965 said:
just would like to say that if this is based on another rom like Gin2JB or TrueAncenstor then make sure you have permission to use their rom as a base.
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its based on nxt series by kris dee and i have full permission of him and let me tell you one thing all these roms such as gin2jb or true ancestor have same base,just different theme.

techdevilisnowmonster said:
its based on nxt series by kris dee and i have full permission of him and let me tell you one thing all these roms such as gin2jb or true ancestor have same base,just different theme.
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well no they don't as for a start they are different android versions.
gin2jb = 2.3.4
trueancenstor = 2.3.7
so how can they be same base

fma965 said:
well no they don't as for a start they are different android versions.
gin2jb = 2.3.4
trueancenstor = 2.3.7
so how can they be same base
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its just be editing build.prop i can change my version to whatever i want like android 5.0 key lime pie,its just simple to do so

I would pick this over any stock based rom gin2j was laggy as hell for me so were the rest, when you try this Rom take it from me it's a great Rom the best for performance on stock kernel imo great job op

techdevilisnowmonster said:
its just be editing build.prop i can change my version to whatever i want like android 5.0 key lime pie,its just simple to do so
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I feel sorry for you then, as if you really believe that then you shouldn't be developing a rom. 2.3.7 and 2.3.4 have different files not just a build.prop edit.

dude cut the guy some slack, he's trying to be helpful by developing a promising ROM.. you were the first one to fire up with sarcasm in the first place..

narflynn619 said:
dude cut the guy some slack, he's trying to be helpful by developing a promising ROM.. you were the first one to fire up with sarcasm in the first place..
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No, Dont get me wrong i am not trying to be disrepectful just saying that what he said is wrong, good luck with the rom.

Okay.

I have been using this Rom all day and never had any issues what so ever. I think it's an exellent Rom in which I will be keeping everything is smooth and quick with v6, thank you op for such a quality rom

It is just a build.prop edit they used!
I checked the files
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nickholtus said:
It is just a build.prop edit they used!
I checked the files
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Really? well why bother build.prop editing then?

hi there
1st great work on rom would love to give it a go as there is'nt much choice on modded GB roms now and im hoping this will be the 1 for me.
that's if i can i find it!!
please can you provide link
thanks will get back as asap
one more thing have you tested transferring large (2gb) files? only reason i ask is im using gin2jb / stock and have this problem where the phone reboots mid transfer tried on win xp fails but works on win 7

106 ioneyeer
i would also like to try your rom.. Im currently using true ancestor for stock roms.