Hello,
I recently rooted my Galaxy Y and installed CyanogenMod 7.2. After spending time trying to get Google Play to function (I have tried different things and searched on here) but being unable to I decided to try another ROM.
It seems very hard however to get straightforward and comprehensive details on here for anything i.e. whether a different kernel is required, what the installation procedure is in terms of wiping and mounting things. There seems to be a lot of assumed knowledge when things are posted.
So, can someone please recommend a ROM or ROMS with links to precise instructions on installation. I'm looking for something stable, quick, clean and customisable. Things that sound like they might suit are AOSP, EVO and Oxygen.
Thanks in advance.
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Hello. I searched the forum but didn't really find an answer.
I was until 5 minutes ago with the MIUI rom. I know the last kernel I flashed was the cyanogenmod kernel (which I used with another rom...can't remember which one because I flashed 5 roms in 1 day).
I wanted today to abandon MIUI because I was having problems with the display timeout...and some other things, compatibility with applications and details were not really good for me.
So I flashed now the rcmixhd, downloaded from rom manager. What kernel should I use?
And....is a kernel independent from the rom? Will a rom not work with the proper kernel?
*deep breath*
By going through the kernel threads, reading about them, seeing what others say then choosing a few to try, add them, try them, make a decision, keep one.
Just like your radio question and your ROM question it comes down to two things:
1. Your particular hardware capabilities - Some devices like some kernels better than others.
2. What YOU want from the kernel and how much YOU think it's the best one for YOUR situation / wants / needs etc.
Only YOU can decide what one YOU like the most subject to them working ok with your particular handset (this is particularly true for overclocking).
As a rule of thumb, if you're not fussed about over-clocking or BFS vs CFS etc. then what ever kernel the ROM creator advises.
Now please, pretty please, use the link in my sig to find more in depth answers as this question has been asked too many times already.
You don't pick the kernel, the kernel picks you.
hello everyone i am fairly new to the world of android ive only had 2 android phones the first was a samsung transform which i rooted and had everything done to it that was possible but recently traded it for an echo and to my dismay cannot root it so i am gonna try and build my own custom rom just dont know how to do it ive been looking online for guides but it seems like everyone i found only works with htc? if someone could please guide me in the right path on finding guides on building roms that would be awsome i am curious to learn this whole process thanx
This probably isnt the right place for your post, a section called Android Development for your specific phone would be a great place to start a thread.
As for the question though, there generally speaking are no guides for building roms. Most people will start small, with mods or themes, then slowly grow into full roms. Although based on your post, your phone cannot be rooted, so how are you expecting to install the rom without root?
Hi, I've been reading through the forums for the past couple days and I just have a few questions about flashing a new ROM to my phone. First of all, I'll start out by saying that I have a new ATT&T Galaxy S4 I337. It is my first Android phone so I'm still getting used to it, but I am fairly technically savvy so I believe I am capable of doing the more complex tasks.
So anyway, I just have a few quick questions. First of all, I wanted to know, if I flash a custom ROM, will I be able to restore my information afterwards from a backup taken through Kies? Such as contacts, calendars, music, apps, accounts, etc? I understand I also need a kernel backup for recovery in case of failure, but will I be able to restore personal data normally?
Next, I was a bit confused about which ROMS will work on my phone and which will not. I see there are a lot more ROMS available for the Verizon version than the AT&T version, but it seems some will work on both. Is this the case? I just want to be safe as to not cause myself unnecessary headache later.
I like the ability to customize, and I liked the idea of the Aroma installer. Are there any ROMS available for the I337 that have the aroma installer built in? Is it possible to use the aroma installer for any ROM? I was a bit confused on this.
Finally, can you guys recomend any particular ROMS? I was looking for something with a fairly stock feel, fully unlocked features and settings and cleaned up bloatware, although maybe not everything. I want something that will run cleanly and smoothly.
Thank you so much, all the information on this site has been so helpful and useful.
I have a guide, and it also has 2 threads for a starting point, check them also, before using my method. I have tested these roms to work with your device...please read the info in my guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2295557
You can ask questions in my thread.
Good luck sir.
Thanks you.
Hi fellow G2 users!
Got my G2 a few days ago (I know I'm about a year late) but this phone seems awesome. Model is D802.
I did a lot of reading before doing anything and so far - I am on stock LG rom, rooted, installed TWRP with autorec, flashed a volume mod and installed xposed with g2 tweaksbox. So far I have nothing to complain about.
Anyway, now come the questions - my previous phone was a sensation, and to have that fully ready to flash, it required unlocking the bootloader, S-OFF, radio flashing and root.
1. Is there anything else I need to do here? This is my main question. I did a lot of reading before posting this or doing anything to my phone. I only do something once Im completely sure I know how.
2. I've read about flashing modems of some sort and came across this link - xda wont let me post links for the 1st 10 posts... Its a site like codefi.re/autoprime
Can someone please tell me what the 4 different versions of the D802 files are?
3. Any recommended ROMS/kernels that are absolutely brilliant? I know that all devs make great roms but with specifically battery life, STABILITY, and all the LG features (like knock on and the new message reply box thing and quickmemo, etc) I have heard a lot about Pardus. Might try that out soon if I dont get any other recommendations.
4. I read about Jishnu's camera mod. The links have been deleted from his thread. Is it okay to ask if anyone has a backup? I would like to try it if possible.
5. I read about Viper Sound Mod. Is there an updated method of installing this on stock rom? The thread I found seemed outdated and half the links were invalid
Nobody?
Depends on what you want. Have you researched aosp roms? All the things you looked up are fine. Tweaks for a ton will help enrich its use but to change to a complete different operating system is what you should try out if you want to see something different. Modems usually come with the rom. Make sure you flash the correct variant for your device.
I tired from flashing the roms every days cannot find stable rom to stay with
can you share with me everyone here which rom you use now and happy with
Firstly, flashing a rom everyday isn't going to help with stability issues, and sometimes you will have scripts left over from previous rom that messes with new rom. You need sometimes 3-4 battery cycles to see if phone is stable.
We don't know what you're using your phone for... but generally it depends if you want stock rom experience or AOSP/CM.
Generally speaking, sticking closer to stock will be more stable because less modifications done. But current Lollipop isn't the best most stable android either.
With that in mind, go to http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-3/development and find some stock (TW based) roms to try out. Make sure you do full wipes to clean previous rom (include wiping system).
*PS - it's not a good idea to ask people what's the best rom (and actually against forum rules). It's too subjective. Same with stability. How I use my phone and how others use it will also determine how stable the phone reacts, etc.
Good luck!
Best rom threads are frowned uppon and are usualy closed within hours.
But as said before try a rom for more than a day.
And make sure you wipe caches and such (also mentioned in almost every howto)
Try factory reset, and make sure you have the correct software for your hardware. As there are like 8 different types of Note3's...
And as in the nice post above this one Lollipop isnt all that stable.
Just get the rom that has what you want and test it for a week or so. and then for stability issues go to the forum thread you got it from and read up. As it might have a solution for your issues.
I would add to the above only this - Read the thread BEFORE you flash and make sure you understand the steps to follow AND what the issues are. Nothing worse than someone posting on page 10 of a thread that they have 'X' problem when it was dealt with on page 2.
Read many times, flash once is the best policy