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i9505G Rom vs CM Rom?

Hi Guys, I am confused. What is the difference between the a i9505G rom and CM Rom? As far as I can tell, they are both vanilla android 4.2.2...or am I wrong? I would really appreciate it if someone can clarify for me. Thanks!

CM is pure AOSP
GOOGLE is not.
Google.comes with many stock google apps that are not open source... such as maps and gmail.
CM does not.
The GE edition is maintained by Samsung.
CM is well maintained by CM.
There are major differences also in uset interface.
CM has man advancements to the UI and tweaks that stock Google even on the official NEXUS does not.
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Ah, I see. Thank you so much for the clarifications!

Software wise - The i9505g has IR Blaster support but CM doesn't... Yet. Plus it's a lot smoother than CM but it lacks a lot of the good features that CM has to offer.

Has CM merged with the i9505GE ROM yet?

jonlad1 said:
Has CM merged with the i9505GE ROM yet?
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No... and it will not.
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GPE update from samsung.Like the nexus device,but nexus device update from google.
CM basic on AOSP.CM is a custom rom.

[Q] Looking for ROM advice.

Hi all.
I just recently got my Sprint Galaxy S4 and yesterday I successfully rooted it using Chanfire's auto-root and then installed the custom bootloader using GooManager. Everything worked well and I'm all set there.
I'm currently "in the market" for a decent and stable ROM compatible with the S4. I'm not a developer, so I'm not really interested in experimental ROMs that could potentially be unstable.
I'm looking for something solid, user friendly, that will increase phone performance while still letting me do the stuff I love.
Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks in advance!

Forcerom but honestly the most stable will be stock ROM
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Or Clark's ROM is also good.
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My .02
Touchwiz
[ROM][MDL] ForceROM 2.3 - Strive for Perfection {6/14/13}
||Rom|| Galaxy S4 Premium Rom |MDL| [6.22.13] Smooth,Stable,Fast,&Flawless 4.2.2
AOSP
[ROM][OFFICIAL] CyanogenMod 10.1 Nightly Builds for jfltespr
*** Although nightlies I have not had 1 issue with probably at least 5 nightlies I have personally flashed!
I haven't used all the ROMs but based on what I have I personally endorse those based on my own personal experiances.

Michaeltess said:
Touchwiz
[ROM][MDL] ForceROM 2.3 - Strive for Perfection {6/14/13}
||Rom|| Galaxy S4 Premium Rom |MDL| [6.22.13] Smooth,Stable,Fast,&Flawless 4.2.2
AOSP
[ROM][OFFICIAL] CyanogenMod 10.1 Nightly Builds for jfltespr
*** Although nightlies I have not had 1 issue with probably at least 5 nightlies I have personally flashed!
I haven't used all the ROMs but based on what I have I personally endorse those based on my own personal experiances.
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Yea, just got ForceROM. Gonna flash and try it real quick. Also downloading Blu Kuban because it seems nice.
What is Touchwiz and AOSP.
I iz n00b ;(

HeyItsRyan said:
Yea, just got ForceROM. Gonna flash and try it real quick. Also downloading Blu Kuban because it seems nice.
What is Touchwiz and AOSP.
I iz n00b ;(
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TouchWiz is the stock Samsung launcher.
When you flash a TouchWiz ROM you will typically retain most of the "gimmicky" features that the S4 came with (IR blaster, air sensors, etc.) You may also notice better battery life on TouchWiz ROMs until AOSP is better calibrated for the S4. (Some may disagree with this, I personally see better battery life on my S4 on a TouchWiz ROM.)
AOSP means Android Open Source Project, which just means it's barebones vanilla android with no manufacturer skin/overlay over the top.
These are typically run by people who want a pure stock android experience.

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My suggestion....read the OP of each ROM and decide what is right for YOU. No one likes the same exact features as you.
Then make a backup and try each candidate for a day. Don't like it? Restore your backup and try another.

You will never regret giving Blu Kuban a try.

[Q] Stupid Question.

I have a stupid question. I have tried to search but apparently I am not using the right keywords. I barely post, and when I do it's only when I can not actually find the answer myself. So hopefully you can bare with me and keep the flaming to a minimum.
I have been looking for a custom rom. There are a few that I have wanted to check out, however I actually do like and use the samsung camera features like drama shot, etc.
Is there a cm or aosp based rom that someone could recommend that offers those camera features? Or basically am I stuck just debloating my stock rom if I want to keep them? Not that I find too much actually wrong with the stock rom, I was just looking to play around and try out some of the different projects out there.
Thanks for the help guys in advance. I hope I was clear enough in what I am looking for.
Tim

You have to flash a TW based rom.
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RonGair said:
You have to flash a TW based rom.
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Thanks sir. I appreciate the straight to the point answer.

tcolec540 said:
Thanks sir. I appreciate the straight to the point answer.
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Are you saying there is a touchwiz based (debloated) rom that has the AOSP overlay and features. I've been using slim rom (love it) but was thinking. Couldnt you theoretically have a TW based ROM and have the AOSP ontop of it. I love the look of AOSP way more than touch wiz.

sharpknight said:
Are you saying there is a touchwiz based (debloated) rom that has the AOSP overlay and features. I've been using slim rom (love it) but was thinking. Couldnt you theoretically have a TW based ROM and have the AOSP ontop of it. I love the look of AOSP way more than touch wiz.
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Your best bet is to go with a debloated Touchwiz-based ROM based on the much more up to date International firmware. Goldeneye 4.0 is the way to go for me.
You can even install MODs like the xposed framework/nolimit that all you to really customize the look of your phone.

GPE Roms not receiving enough support?

I find it odd that there is not a single GPE Rom with added features or toolkits (like Sense 5 Toolkit for ARHD 22.0 Sense ROM).
Als, none of the GPE ROMs have OTA capabilities. If someone is able to walk me through, I would love to use one of the system dumps or Bigxies stock roms to create an OTA capable GPE ROm. If this is against forum rules, let me know Mods.

Did you look very hard?
sinless GE Rom: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43192892
One of the best roms in my opinion. There is no ota, but the customazation settings are there with the included gravity box toolkit and the xtheme engine. Check it out.
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Mihir1997 said:
I find it odd that there is not a single GPE Rom with added features or toolkits (like Sense 5 Toolkit for ARHD 22.0 Sense ROM).
Als, none of the GPE ROMs have OTA capabilities. If someone is able to walk me through, I would love to use one of the system dumps or Bigxies stock roms to create an OTA capable GPE ROm. If this is against forum rules, let me know Mods.
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or you could get the stock gpe rom and get ota....

Probably because we have CM/PA if you want a custom stock Android experience

EddyOS said:
Probably because we have CM/PA if you want a custom stock Android experience
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That would make sense, except that both those roms are having their fair share of camera based issues. I love CM, but cannot stand the mediocre camera performance. I love PA even more, but the camera issues remain.

FanDroid09 said:
Did you look very hard?
sinless GE Rom: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43192892
One of the best roms in my opinion. There is no ota, but the customazation settings are there with the included gravity box toolkit and the xtheme engine. Check it out.
Sent from my HTC One using xda app-developers app
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Whoah!
That is nice! I have NO idea why i never noticed this... Thanks for the heads up.

EddyOS said:
Probably because we have CM/PA if you want a custom stock Android experience
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True, but those AOSP based ones aren't as optimized as the GPe. I would rather take a stable and fast experience over a laggy and customizable experience any day. I love the AOSP ROMs, but the GPe is for those who don't want to be on the bleeding edge.
On a side note, the AOSP support for this device isn't that good either. Compared to my old GS2, there was tons of development going on as far as AOSP goes. That might be due to the fact that TouchWiz was terrible (still is). I am 100% satisfied with my One converted to GPe. Plus, when 4.4 comes out we will get a stable OTA in around 2 weeks (based on previous updates) whereas CM will still be in its unofficial stages by then.

Install the Xposed framework and then gravity box. It brings a lot of customization to GPE.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2316070

Which Roms feature the Samsung Camera App?

I don't want to lose access to the Samsung Stock Camera app. The HDR feature is incredibly good. Which roms actually include it, or is it easy enough to put back in if a rom doesn't.
Thanks

andrewdroid said:
I don't want to lose access to the Samsung Stock Camera app. The HDR feature is incredibly good. Which roms actually include it, or is it easy enough to put back in if a rom doesn't.
Thanks
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Any touchwiz based ROM will have it. I don't know if it can be implemented on any AOSP ROM's since some TW apps only work on TW framework.

DeadlySin9 said:
Any touchwiz based ROM will have it. I don't know if it can be implemented on any AOSP ROM's since some TW apps only work on TW framework.
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I'm confused which roms are touchwiz based, does JFLTE mean that?

andrewdroid said:
I'm confused which roms are touchwiz based, does JFLTE mean that?
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No, JFLTE is just a device/variant name of the S4. Touchwiz is the software running on the device. Usually just look at the rom title and it will include "TW" or "Android 4.xw/TW". Also if you read the features of the rom it will usally say based on Samsung Touchwiz or whatnot.
The other software versions are: AOSP, CM, GE/Google Edition. (Which would mean they are not Touchwiz roms)