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New Aria user here...

Hello there XDA I just switched to the Aria from the Captivate. I am new to Android modding, so please bear with me.
I like the phone, It doesnt bother me losing screen space. However it is a bit slow with the 600 MHZ processor.
So if there are some people kind enough to guide me to/through the following it would be appreciated.
1. I would like to overclock it a bit, maybe to 800.
2. General performance tweaks
3. Get rid of Att bloatware
4. Root ( z4root is not in the market anymore and ATT disables side loading.)
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Everything u need is in the android Dev. Section for the aria its really simple. To find and to follow..I use cm6 rc2. It overclocks very nicely
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Hey Joshua, being new to the Aria as well (less than a month), I haven't looked into overclocking it... but I am running CM 6.1 RC 2, what do I need to do to start overclocking?

Install SetCPU to overclock. I wouldn't go over 825mhz as it starts getting unstable.
As for rooting, search for posts by user asiancuta. He did a really good write up that included a key point I didn't see anywhere else. It's titled NOOBZ: easy guide to rooting your aria.... Read all instructions, and make sure you understand it first.
To install cyanogenmod 6.1 rc2 do a search for That aria - she's so racy!
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Mike's Aria said:
Install SetCPU to overclock. I wouldn't go over 825mhz as it starts getting unstable.
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In the other overclocking thread (or overcloking as the OP spelled it ) several people posted that they were running at 864... what type of instability is likely? Also, doesn't overclocking HAVE to have some sort of adverse effect? Like reduced reliability or an increased likelihood of hardware failure? If there are no adverse effects, why would HTC not set the CPU higher from the factory?
I want to try it, but I feel like I pushed the limits of my comfort zone just by rooting and installing CM...

911jason said:
In the other overclocking thread (or overcloking as the OP spelled it ) several people posted that they were running at 864... what type of instability is likely? Also, doesn't overclocking HAVE to have some sort of adverse effect? Like reduced reliability or an increased likelihood of hardware failure? If there are no adverse effects, why would HTC not set the CPU higher from the factory?
I want to try it, but I feel like I pushed the limits of my comfort zone just by rooting and installing CM...
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I always lean on the side of caution when it comes to overclocking a phone. I don't want to fry the processor since I can't replace it as easily as one on a computer.
Processors are never set from the factory to run at their fastest.
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While it might seem odd since all these phones have the same hardware they don't all respond the same to overclocking. Some people can do 864. I can't even get my phone to do anything over 825 and even 825 gives me issues. I like to keep mine between 768-787. Over doing it can cause damage and shorten the life of the processor but keeping it around 800 is probably safe as long as you moniter temps. Heat is the real enemy here. Manufacturers are trying to balance cost, reliability, battery life. Our little phone use a smaller battery and so a lower clock speed keeps the phone running longer. And the aria is a mid range phone, they don't want it to be faster than the more expensive phones. Also Higher clock speeds will drain your battery faster. At 768 the phone is noticeably snappier and the battery drain over stock isn't even noticeable.

Huh. That's good to know, Callmearia. However I don't even know where to start on any of this. I've never 'flashed' a phone or anything like that before.
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This is a really good guide explaining how to root your phone and install a custom recovery, Clockwork, with which you can flash ROMs, make backups, and a bunch of other stuff:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=788737
You will still not be able to sideload apps just by rooting though. You will need to flash a ROM in order to do that. Check out the Android Development section, it is all there.
L551 said:
Huh. That's good to know, Callmearia. However I don't even know where to start on any of this. I've never 'flashed' a phone or anything like that before.
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I think most people can hit 864 now using CM6.1 RC2. I think some tweaks were made to allow it. Before I was only hitting 825mhz or 844mhz when I ran in to stability problems... but now I have none. Or, it could be due to the fact it's colder here now.

Alright, so after some adb troubles with Ubuntu 10.10, I am now rooted, woo!
So now, where to go from here?

This worked flawlessly and easy. Less than 5 minutes
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=7449486&postcount=1
EDIT : I see that you already got rooted.
You have two choices for Attn1's custom ROMS
Liberated or Cyanogenmod
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=819715
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=821642
Take in mind that CM has more customizable features, INCLUDING OVERCLOCKING. Liberated doesn't.
Place the .zip on your SD card. Enter clockworkmod recovery by holding down the volume down button after restarting phone. Wipe Data, Cache, Dalvik Cache. Go to install zip from Sdcard. Pick the file. It should install. wait, and reboot and continue.
Customize it to your liking. Download apps/widgets
Turn off unnecessary background items. (Auto Sync)
Decrease Brightness
Only use GSM networks
(these are battery saving tips....lots more)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=505419
That is the SetCPU for XDA members.
To install, go through ADB in the command line, or download FASTAPP Install from the Market and place the .apk on your sd card and install it from there.

kaschenberg said:
I think most people can hit 864 now using CM6.1 RC2. I think some tweaks were made to allow it. Before I was only hitting 825mhz or 844mhz when I ran in to stability problems... but now I have none. Or, it could be due to the fact it's colder here now.
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That's probably true. I haven't tried going over 825 since way back with dumfuqs kernel.

Alrighty... did all that, now running cyanogenmod on my Aria! \o/
No more ATT bloatware.
I made sure to do a nandroid backup just in case.
Also overclocked to 768MHz. Phone seems a bit quicker.
Thanks guys
Any other tips?
Oh also adb stopped working again on Ubuntu >.< Anyone know how to fix that?
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L551 said:
Alrighty... did all that, now running cyanogenmod on my Aria! \o/
No more ATT bloatware.
I made sure to do a nandroid backup just in case.
Also overclocked to 768MHz. Phone seems a bit quicker.
Thanks guys
Any other tips?
Oh also adb stopped working again on Ubuntu >.< Anyone know how to fix that?
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Make sure you install the google apps package.
Also, Not too sure.
I use windows. Works perfectly on there. try that

Yup I made sure to install that. Need my market.
I'll see if it works on windows later.
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L551 said:
Alrighty... did all that, now running cyanogenmod on my Aria! \o/
No more ATT bloatware.
I made sure to do a nandroid backup just in case.
Also overclocked to 768MHz. Phone seems a bit quicker.
Thanks guys
Any other tips?
Oh also adb stopped working again on Ubuntu >.< Anyone know how to fix that?
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Try leaving the OC alone after the reflash.. It's defaulted to 864mhz and it works flawlessly for me.

It was default 600MHz for me.
EDIT: Holding down 1 to access voicemail no longer works, as there is no voicemail number in the options. What is it?
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L551 said:
It was default 600MHz for me.
EDIT: Holding down 1 to access voicemail no longer works, as there is no voicemail number in the options. What is it?
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Its different for every one. My VM is a local number. You can always just use your phone number.
I recently set my VM to go thru my Google Voice number now.
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Using my own number worked.
However, now my phone is freezing randomly, and causing the launcher to hang. (ADW and LauncherPro both do this)
It seems android.process.acore always takes alot of CPU time when it does this.

[Q] Clock widgets and home screen lag

I have been trying a number of clock widgets lately, and they all seem to make scrolling between home screens lag a bit. I am currently using Simi widget and cm7 rc1, and when I drag over to the screen that has the widget on it, the dragging motion gets choppy.
I know this is a minoor complaint, given that the overall performance of this phone is stellar, but it still gets to me. Does everybody else get this to a noticeable degree? I can see why some lag is to be expected, but are some widgets better than others?

Hmmm another vague post. Which kernel and what rom? run it at 1017mhz using interactive and you won't have any lag matter of fact I tested it on 368mhz, 768mhz and still no lag in my end set at ondemand.

BlackSHELF said:
Hmmm another vague post. Which kernel and what rom? run it at 1017mhz using interactive and you won't have any lag matter of fact I tested it on 368mhz, 768mhz and still no lag in my end set at ondemand.
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I mentioned in the post that I am using CM7 RC1, and I am using whichever kernel comes with it. I will try fiddling with setcpu settings to see if I can get an improvement.
I turned on the adw scrolling cache, which most people recommend not doing, but I think it may have made things smoother.

beelbeel said:
I mentioned in the post that I am using CM7 RC1, and I am using whichever kernel comes with it. I will try fiddling with setcpu settings to see if I can get an improvement.
I turned on the adw scrolling cache, which most people recommend not doing, but I think it may have made things smoother.
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My bad confused you with the other guy who posted in this same section well ATM I manually removed ADW and replaced it with ADW Ex. But I tested it and do remember running it even at 368mhz with no lag. Revert back to the original setting and then use interactive governor beyond 768mhz depending on how intensive your widgets are. You can do it from CPU settings if you don't want to install SetCPU.

I'm using fancy widget for my clock. I don't see any lag between screens with it. I'm also using cpu tuner to set my profile triggers.
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GB ROM's in general seem a bit laggy and slow on my DHD.. why is that?

hey ppls,
I tried many GB roms including the latest releases of Leedroid and HD Rev. they seems a bit laggy on my device. i've done all the necessary cleanup including fullwipe ex4 format, davlink etc.
What seems to be the problem? anyone else with similar experiences? What can I do to speed things up?
I already run it overclocked with Setcpu. tried on demand, smartass1/2 smoothass etc. with around 1.4 Ghz doesn't seem to help.
Any ideas?

i had that problem too, tried everything , this is what you should do:
Create a new google account and transfer only contacts
Format sd card to fat32
then do a full wipe + dalvik & cache
and install your favorite rom
hope this can solve your problem

This is the dev area, not the Q&A
@burimii: Why should he create a new Google account?

all settings are saved on google account this is how it worked for me if you have another suggestion help him

Thanks Thanks for the quick tip. I will try this and see if it helps what I wonder about is that if I don't even sign into my Google account when I install a fresh rom its still slow so so so do that that is anything to do with the Google account. Anyone els has son ideas?

You should not use SetCPU at all with ARHD. Remove it and check the smoothness again And do not log in to your Google account, maybe you have some market apps that cause lag.
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Thanks for the advice. But how do i get the full speed when I don't use an OC app like setcpu? Also, when i check with Linpack I only get about 35 MFLOPS when I used to get about 50. hmmmmmmmm..... everything seems to laggy

exxi said:
Thanks for the advice. But how do i get the full speed when I don't use an OC app like setcpu? Also, when i check with Linpack I only get about 35 MFLOPS when I used to get about 50. hmmmmmmmm..... everything seems to laggy
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Its laggy when doing benchmarks or everything in general , dont take the benchmarks seriously ! ARHD uses OC daemon script u dont have to use setcpu , more info for this on ARHD thread.
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Having lots of problems with my Nexus 7

I'm not sure if anyone else is having my problems. I'm running stock 4.1.1 with this Kernel http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1831780 (I'm not even sure if that matters). My nexus 7 isn't nearly as fast as when I first had it. Its gotten slower. I'm having issues with multiple games randomly freezing my entire Nexus 7. Sometimes I have to hold down the power button for 20 seconds because it won't respond at all. Also, whenever I reboot it says "Android is upgrading..." then at the bottom it says "Starting apps" for a few seconds. I've had this problem for awhile now. I've tried clearing the Dalvik Cache, removing memory/storage, defragmentation, etc. I'm not sure why it is acting like this. Please help. Thank you!
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Lol you don't know if it matters that you're using the elite kernel? Maybe you shouldn't be flashing kernels quite yet bud. Go back to stock kernel.

OK ill see if that helps, although I think the issues were happening even before I flashed it. How do I go about returning the the stock kernel?
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backup all your stuff to your PC, and load the factory rom and it will wipe everything clean including your SD. After trying a few roms I noticed there are some hidden craps that can't be seen by any file explorer and the only way to clear them off is flashing back to stock.

Hi,
Elite Kernel works pretty good. But maybe it has too much overclocked GPU for your device, yeah some device can't hold as much performance then others. Try flashing back the stock rom and see if it works
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You really shouldn't game on 1.8ghz the elite offers unless you are using ice under your N7. The elite is not really for daily use just benching and seeing how far one can go. Imo pull the core speed down to 1.5 / 1.3ghz to see if your games become stable. Also try the motley kernel build 218 with the 520 gpu for everyday use. Cache whipping should only be done if your installing different roms and completely different kernels. the elite kernel is a motley build so no wipe is needed.
Cheers
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t_007_v2 said:
You really shouldn't game on 1.8ghz the elite offers unless you are using ice under your N7. The elite is not really for daily use just benching and seeing how far one can go. Imo pull the core speed down to 1.5 / 1.3ghz to see if your games become stable. Also try the motley kernel build 218 with the 520 gpu for everyday use. Cache whipping should only be done if your installing different roms and completely different kernels. the elite kernel is a motley build so no wipe is needed.
Cheers
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I think you guys are confused as to which one I'm running. I'm using the one on the second post where the max speed is 1.5GHz.

The 1.5 extreme under volt? Actually that kernel flat out boot looped my N7 and the only way to get out of it was connecting the N7 to the pc. Ditch that kernel. Use the 1.8 / 650gpu pinkfix that kernel is stable at all core speeds for me. Imo just set the clock speed to 1.3 to reduce heat. The 650gpu setting at 1.3 / interactive / cfq will still give you 66fps on nena2. My best score is 71 at 1.8. I the heat build up for gaming is just to much.
Always clear data on setcpu and sys tuner pro when jumping kernels.
Concerning lag does power off then back on fix it for a short time? If so you might want to return it. Asus really dropped the ball on the early N7 runs. I love "Googles" N7 but I'll never buy another Asus product. Hopefully Google picks a better Manufacturer next time.
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Ok. Do I flash this one: https://rapidshare.com/files/1034477848/Clemsyn1.8GPU650.zip or the pinkfix: https://rapidshare.com/files/223841402/Clemsyn1.8GPU650Pinkfix.zip?

Pinkfix. Run your games at 1.3 to see if their stable. Gameloft works best at 1.4 / 1.5 just watch the heat to hot and it will start to lag. THD games 1.3 TOPS their optimized and don't need the oc. Once your done messing with the elite motley build 218 520 gpu is a better everyday kernel for gaming. Have fun and always have a few different kernels in your download folder in case something goes wrong and you need to use recovery from the pc.
Cheers
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Dillon610 said:
I'm not sure if anyone else is having my problems. I'm running stock 4.1.1 with this Kernel http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1831780 (I'm not even sure if that matters). My nexus 7 isn't nearly as fast as when I first had it. Its gotten slower. I'm having issues with multiple games randomly freezing my entire Nexus 7. Sometimes I have to hold down the power button for 20 seconds because it won't respond at all. Also, whenever I reboot it says "Android is upgrading..." then at the bottom it says "Starting apps" for a few seconds. I've had this problem for awhile now. I've tried clearing the Dalvik Cache, removing memory/storage, defragmentation, etc. I'm not sure why it is acting like this. Please help. Thank you!
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How much free space do you have on your device? It's been found that the Nexus 7 lags pretty bad when you're running extremely low on space. Try freeing up a couple gigs and see if that improves things.
Also, following Jay's Recipe for Buttery Goodness will help greatly speed up your device.
Do you have your dalvik cache integrated into the ROM with Titanium Backup? That's one way to cause the "Android is upgrading..." to appear on every boot.

Some questions about ktmanta and other stuffszz

Zup everybody.
Im a new android user and im loving it. With Nexus 10 to be my first android device im very happy with it after i installed ktmanta Kernel.
although i had very litte knowlidge about what roms and kernel is/was i went for it anyways. It improved my experience alot, and everything is running real nice. Also gta vice city doesent lag at all. it lagged like hell before the kernal install.
Now i have few questions and i hope someone out there could help me with. ive seen a few threads on this forum and everyone seems to be nice unlike other forums (no names mentioned)
When i flashed (i think its called that way) the ktmanta kernel i knew that everything would dissapear, but im wondering now if there is a way to backup exact everything before loading a new rom or kernel?
also. when i play gta vice city i use min/max 1500/1500 on the cpu and it works really nice. the only problem is that i have to manually change it and after i have played the game i have to go back and change it to 200/1700 again.
can i somehow make an ikon that i push and the cpu go to 1500/1500 and if i push another icon it will go on the other setting? something like that?
Ive seen folks wright on forums that there is an app that can make your battery life better but never mention such app.
i have batterycalibr, is that the only one?
And the last question is, is there something you could recommend to a new android user (apps,widgets, specific roms, etc) ?
Im loving the android experience and im considering to sell my iphone 5 and buy a droid phone.
(please i apologize if my grammar or spelling isn't at the top)

p0xis said:
Zup everybody.
Im a new android user and im loving it. With Nexus 10 to be my first android device im very happy with it after i installed ktmanta Kernel.
although i had very litte knowlidge about what roms and kernel is/was i went for it anyways. It improved my experience alot, and everything is running real nice. Also gta vice city doesent lag at all. it lagged like hell before the kernal install.
Now i have few questions and i hope someone out there could help me with. ive seen a few threads on this forum and everyone seems to be nice unlike other forums (no names mentioned)
When i flashed (i think its called that way) the ktmanta kernel i knew that everything would dissapear, but im wondering now if there is a way to backup exact everything before loading a new rom or kernel?
also. when i play gta vice city i use min/max 1500/1500 on the cpu and it works really nice. the only problem is that i have to manually change it and after i have played the game i have to go back and change it to 200/1700 again.
can i somehow make an ikon that i push and the cpu go to 1500/1500 and if i push another icon it will go on the other setting? something like that?
Ive seen folks wright on forums that there is an app that can make your battery life better but never mention such app.
i have batterycalibr, is that the only one?
And the last question is, is there something you could recommend to a new android user (apps,widgets, specific roms, etc) ?
Im loving the android experience and im considering to sell my iphone 5 and buy a droid phone.
(please i apologize if my grammar or spelling isn't at the top)
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1. Try using titanium backup to backup your app data and you can restore it once you flash a new ROM/kernel. Remember, only backup app data, NOT system data or you may result in bootloops.
2. Not 100% sure if you could use the KTweaker app or SetCPU to set profiles when you're gaming but you might want to look into that. That being said, you shouldn't have to set your min at 1500 to have fluid gameplay, or at least I don't think so and it will drain your battery much faster. IMO, check out the franco kernel if you want to have the smoothest gameplay with no tweaking necessary and no drops in framerate.
3. I really don't believe in all of that battery calibrator, juice defender, or any other app that claims to significantly increase battery life. However, if you are going to use the KTManta kernel, you can undervolt your device and get some pretty awesome battery life.
4. What kind of apps, widgets, etc. are you looking for? Find out what your style is and customize accordingly. That's the awesome thing about Android!
Hope this helped... :good:

dust. said:
1. Try using titanium backup to backup your app data and you can restore it once you flash a new ROM/kernel. Remember, only backup app data, NOT system data or you may result in bootloops.
2. Not 100% sure if you could use the KTweaker app or SetCPU to set profiles when you're gaming but you might want to look into that. That being said, you shouldn't have to set your min at 1500 to have fluid gameplay, or at least I don't think so and it will drain your battery much faster. IMO, check out the franco kernel if you want to have the smoothest gameplay with no tweaking necessary and no drops in framerate.
3. I really don't believe in all of that battery calibrator, juice defender, or any other app that claims to significantly increase battery life. However, if you are going to use the KTManta kernel, you can undervolt your device and get some pretty awesome battery life.
4. What kind of apps, widgets, etc. are you looking for? Find out what your style is and customize accordingly. That's the awesome thing about Android!
Hope this helped... :good:
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Thanks for the fast answer.
IF i dont set my min to 1500 gta vice city laggs.
I downloaded the Franco kernel from play store bit nothing happend...
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p0xis said:
Thanks for the fast answer.
IF i dont set my min to 1500 gta vice city laggs.
I downloaded the Franco kernel from play store bit nothing happend...
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You have to flash the kernel with the app. It should be a very fast and easy process.

dust. said:
You have to flash the kernel with the app. It should be a very fast and easy process.
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Thanks alot mate. I payed for the Franco kernel and then downloaded a file and had to restart my tablet. I guess i did the process right.
Now gta runs really nice without me putting min/max at the same mhz
Can i delete the ktweakert now ?
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p0xis said:
Thanks alot mate. I payed for the Franco kernel and then downloaded a file and had to restart my tablet. I guess i did the process right.
Now gta runs really nice without me putting min/max at the same mhz
Can i delete the ktweakert now ?
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Yep! You won't be needing it anymore. I'm glad everything worked out for you!