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[GUIDE] Getting ICS +root on your Note. Stable & fully functional. UPDATED.

I thought I would write this guide to help people who are having trouble with getting ICS to work reliably on their Galaxy Note. This guide is fairly beginner friendly but I do recommend that you quickly go through this once before you start. Also, this is a 'risk free' way of trying the ICS leak. You just need to have a nandroid backup from your current clockworkmod (or red-pill recovery) to try this out. If you do not like it, instructions are included on how to restore back to your Ginger Bread ROM. Hit the THANKS button if this helps. Happy Flashing!
Edit. CLICK HERE for my earlier thread demoing ICS on the Note. It has 3 videos that add up to 40 mins.
Edit 2. In case you have any trouble with the ROM and want to get back, I have now included a 'Getting back to your old Ginger Bread ROM' section in the end thanks to chasmodo. I do suggest that you read through for some user reports or better yet, try it yourself!
Edit 3. The guide now includes instructions to get TeamRocketROM ICS and criskelo's ICS ROM. I have had mixed results with these two ROMs. But feel free to try them out and see if they will work well for you. You will HAVE to install the CF repack ICS to be able to install other ICS ROMs. So follow the steps from section (2) until step 10 and choose either Section (4A) or (4B). A shout out to TeamRocket and criskelo. Original Thread for TeamRocketROM and Original Thread for criskeloROM.
Edit 4. MediaFire links for the essential files are now up. They are split into 200mb rar files. You will need WinRAR to extract them.
Index :
Section (1) Requirements
Section (2) Chainfire's ICS repack installation
Section (3) Bloatware List
Section (4A) TeamRocketROM installation
Section (4B) CriskeloROM installation
Section (5) Getting back to your old Ginger Bread ROM
Section (6) Recommended apps
Section (7) Tips, tricks & troubleshooting.
Section (1) : Requirements.
1) A Galaxy Note, obviously. It HAS TO BE model GT-N7000 (International) and NOT SGH-i717 (AT&T).
2) Samsung Kies, because it includes the latest Samsung drivers. Google it, download and install.
3) Stock GB ROM with a good radio. We are using a KKA for this. It is easily rootable AND it has a great radio. I have also included ODIN for convenience. CLICK HERE. | MIRROR | MF-Part1 | MF-Part2 | MF-Part3
4) Chainfire's CF-Root kernel/clockworkmod for KKA. CLICK HERE. | MIRROR | MF
5) Mobile ODIN Lite and files required to flash ROMs in one pack. OR you can get Mobile ODIN Pro from Market and support Chainfire's efforts. CLICK HERE. | MIRROR | MF
Note. Chainfire is one of the most prolific Android developers/reverse engineers and it will be worth every penny if you donate/buy his apps.
6) Chainfire's ICS repack. This includes CF-root kernel and clockworkmod. Package also includes the google apps zip. CLICK HERE. | MIRROR | MF-Part1 | MF-Part2 | MF-Part3
Check below for additional requirements for TeamRocketROM or criskelo ROM.
////// EXTRA REQs for TeamRocketROM //////
****ONLY IF YOU WANT TEAMROCKETROM******
Edit. MediaFire links are up for RocketROM.
1) TeamRocketROM ICS v1.4 CLICK HERE | MIRROR2
2) TeamRocketROM ICS v1.5 CLICK HERE | MIRROR2 | MIRROR3
3) 15 Button Toggle Bar CLICK HERE *OPTIONAL but recommended* CLICK HERE
Mediafire links (includes all 3 of the above files) :
MF-Part1 | MF-Part2 | MF-Part3 | MF-Part4
NOTE : You NEED to download BOTH v1.4 and v1.5 for installing v1.5.
////// EXTRA REQs for criskelo ICS ROM //////
****ONLY IF YOU WANT CRISKELO ROM******
1) Criskelo's ICS beta 1 ROM CLICK HERE | MIRROR2 | MIRROR3
Section (2) : Chainfire's ICS repack installation.
1) Your current firmware does not matter. It could be stock, stock & rooted, newer stock & ever-rooted, sammobile ICS, whatever. It's OK even if you're in a boot-loop or plain brick. It does not matter. But be prepared to loose all your app data and also maybe the files on the INTERNAL sd of the phone. This is MEANT as a clean, fresh install. Although you will get back most of the essential stuff once you logon to you google account on the new ICS.
2) MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ATLEAST 50% CHARGE.
3) Extract the file named " N7000XXKKA_N7000OXXKK5_AUT.rar". You will find three files there, .DLL, .TAR.MD5, .ZIP. Extract the zip file. Right click on 'Odin3 v1.85.exe' and click 'Run as administrator'.
4) Now you need to put your phone in Download mode. Turn off your phone if it is on. Hold volume down, home and power together and keep holding them until you see a screen that says Warning on top with a yellow warning symbol. As soon as you see the screen, you need to push the volume UP button to get into download mode. If you miss it, try holding down the three buttons and repeat. The download screen has an android with 'Downloading...' written in the bottom.
5) Now that you are in download mode, go ahead and connect the Note to your computer. If you installed Kies correctly, it will install the drivers for the new hardware and say that the device is ready for use. Now, on the ODIN screen you should see "Added" in the 'Message' window on the left. Now, click the "PDA" button and select the file that ended with .TAR.MD5. Make sure ONLY "Auto reboot" and "F. Reset Time" are checked. Say start and the flashing should begin. DO NOT INTERRUPT THIS UNTIL IT IS COMPLETED.
6) Once the flashing ends, your phone will reboot. Give it upto 5 minutes because it is the first boot. If it is stuck in a boot loop (or if things are force closing on the setup screen), hold down volume UP, home and power button together until you get into the recovery menu. Navigate the recovery using volume and home buttons. Now select the "Wipe data/Factory Reset option", select the Yes option and proceed to wipe the phone. Once done, select the reboot option and your phone should turn on now. Do not setup any accounts and just click through the setup screens. Reboot the phone.
7) Now you have a nice clean stock ROM. We will proceed with the rooting now. Go to settings and 'Applications' and enable 'Unknown sources', then go to 'Development' and enable "USB debugging". Now extract the file " InitialCFRootFlasherKKA". You will see a "not-rooted-yet.bat". Right click and run as administrator. Click enter to continue and now it should say "--- STARTING ---" and "found a samsung" and all that. If you get to the part where it tells you that it is going to flash the cf-root kernel too fast, the adb server probably failed to start. So, you need to close the bat file and run it again as admin. If everything goes right you should see the zergRush exploit in action and after some time it will tell you that it will attempt to flash cf-root kernel. Hit enter, it will flash the kernel and reboot. Congratulations, you now have root and clockworkmod.
7b) PERFORM A NANDROID BACKUP (optional but recommeded) : Turn your phone off. Hold volume UP, menu and power until you reboot into clockworkmod recovery. Go to 'backup and restore' and select backup. Clockworkmod will now create a nandroid backup of your rooted GB rom. So if you decide to g back to GB or try out different ICS roms, this will be really helpful.
8) Now we need to install Mobile ODIN Lite. Extract the file "Mobile_ODIN_Lite_GTN7000". You will see two apks. Now extract "CF_ICS_REPACK_GAPPS_INCL". You will see a .TAR and .ZIP. DO NOT EXTRACT ANY OF THESE FILES. Transfer all these files to your sd card using USB. You can go to 'Wireless and network' menu in settings and then 'USB utilities' to enable mass storage.
9) Using the included 'My Files' app, navigate to the apks. (Note. If you put your files in the external sd there is a folde called "external_sd" in My Files to take you there.) Install " MobileODINLite-v2.15" and then install " MobileODIN_FlashKernel_N7000-v2.0". Now launch Mobile ODIN. It should ask for su permissions and select "Allow" make sure the "remember" option is checked. Select 'Open file' and navigate to wherever you put the "I9220LP1-N7000-ICS-REPACK.tar" file transferred earlier. It should say that it has loaded the file. You will notice the 'Modem' and 'Param' fields are empty, that is fine. Scroll down to 'Flash firmware' and select 'Continue'. Mobile ODIN will boot into recovery and proceed with the flashing. DO NOT INTERRUPT THIS UNTIL IT IS COMPLETED.
### OPTIONAL STEP *ONLY* FOR ROCKETROM/CRISKELO-ROM : Once the flashing is complete, it will take you to clockworkmod. Perform a 'wipe data/factory reset'. Reboot. *SKIP TO SECTION 4A/4B* for further instructions.
10) Once the flashing is complete, it will take you to clockworkmod. DO NOT REBOOT. Navigate the recovery using volume and home buttons. Select 'Install zip from sdcard' and then 'choose zip from sdcard', navigate to 'gappsv7.1.zip.' Proceed to install the zip. Navigate back to main menu and select 'wipe data/factory reset' and say yes. Now select 'reboot system now'.
11) You should now have a stable, rooted ICS. BUT we need to get rid of all the bloatware before we can proceed. There is no set up screen. If your screen in all black when it boots up, that is fine. Reboot the phone. Reboot it again, just to be sure. Get Titanium Backup free either with market, or with the apk. You will need to set up your google account before you can download through market. Once you have Titanium Backup, the clean up begins. You will need to enable 'Unknown sources' under 'Security' and 'USB debugging' under 'Development' before you can use Titanium Backup.
12) Launch Titanium Backup it will ask for root and allow it. Click through the popups. Click the Backup/Restore tab. We begin from all the way dowm, so scroll down all the way. You can uninstall an app by clicking on the app and selecting "Un-install !" option. Click OK on any warnings you will see. Below is a list with the apps that I personally like to remove. It includes the "Samsung Hubs" because they mostly serve Chinese content.
Section (3) : The Bloatware list
-Two apps with Chinese characters at the very bottom.
-Zinio
-Youko
-wikiAR
-weibo
-VIVA magazine
-Trim
-TaoBao
-Straight Flush
-Software update (BOTH of them)
-Social Hub (BOTH)
-SNSAccountRr
-SNSAccountQz
-SNS disclaimer
-Sina weather, stock & news.
-RenRen
-Readers Hub
-Qzone
-QQ Browser AND QQ
-PressReader
-Palmenews & palmebook
-Navigation (This is NOT google navigation)
-Music Hub
-Media Hub
-Kobo
-Dictionary
That's it! Restart your Note and you should have a great, fully-functional ICS ROM! This procedure has been thoroughly tested by me and works every time. ALSO scroll down to check out the recommended apps for better functionality.
Section (4A) : TeamRocketROM ICS installation
****THIS SECTION IS TO BE FOLLOWED ONLY IF YOU WANT TEAMROCKETROM******
1) Once you are done with step 10 from Section (2) you should have the CF repack which forms the base for a lot of other ICS ROMs out there. So you absolutely NEED the cf repack running. If you don;t have it, go back to Section (2) and follow steps from 1 through 10.
2) Transfer the files "TeamRocketRom_ICS_Notev1.4_beta", "TeamRocketRom_ICS_Notev1.5_beta" and "Reworked_15ToggleBar_for_TeamRocketROM_v1.5" to you internal or micro sd. DO NOT UNZIP THEM. Turn off your phone and hold down volume UP, menu and power until you boot into clockworkmod recovery.
3) Now you need to perform a full wipe. Select "wipe data/factory reset" and yes. Now select "wipe cache" and select Yes. Go to advanced > Wipe dalvik cahe > Yes. Select back to go back to main menu.
4) Select "install zip from sd card" > choose zip from sd card > now navigate to the "TeamRocketRom_ICS_Notev1.4_beta" file. Remember it is *1.4*. Slect the file and proceed to flashing. After it is done flashing, perform a full wipe like we did in step 3 (wipe data/factory reset, wipe cache and wipe dalvik cahe). THIS IS ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL.
5) Once you are done performing the full wipe, go back to the main menu and hit "reboot system now". The phone will reboot, give it some time. Once it is up and running, quickly setup your google account.
6) Now turn the phone off and hold voulume UP, menu and power to get into cwm. Select "install zip from sdcard" > choose zip from sd card > now select "TeamRocketRom_ICS_Notev1.5_beta". Remember, THIS TIME IT IS V1.5. After it is done flashing, do not do any wipes. Go back to main menu and reboot the system.
7) Wait till the phone boots, it will take some time. Go settings and about to verify that you are running RocketROM v1.5. Now, for the final part.
8) Turn off your phone and hold down volume UP, menu and power until you boot into clockworkmod recovery. Select "instll zip from sd card" > "choose zip from sd card" > now select the "Reworked_15ToggleBar_for_TeamRocketROM_v1.5" zip file and let install. Once done, don't wipe anything. Go back to main menu and reboot system. Congrats! You are now running TeamRocketROM ICS v1.5.
Section (4B) : criskelo ROM ICS installation
****THIS SECTION IS TO BE FOLLOWED ONLY IF YOU WANT CRISKELO ROM******
1) Once you are done with step 10 from Section (2) you should have the CF repack which forms the base for a lot of other ICS ROMs out there. So you absolutely NEED the cf repack running. If you don;t have it, go back to Section (2) and follow steps from 1 through 10.
2) Transfer the file "CriskeloRomNOTE.vICS-V1-Beta1-MD5-79520216F3E0F9D0DC5F87EB82EBB143" to your internal / micro sd. DO NOT UNZIP. Turn off your phone and hold down volume UP, menu and power until you boot into clockworkmod recovery.
3) Now you need to perform a full wipe. Select "wipe data/factory reset" and yes. Now select "wipe cache" and select Yes. Go to advanced > Wipe dalvik cahe > Yes. Select back to go back to main menu
4) Select "install zip from sd card" > choose zip from sd card > now navigate to "CriskeloRomNOTE.vICS-V1-Beta1-MD5-79520216F3E0F9D0DC5F87EB82EBB143". Select file and proceed with installation.
5) After it is done flashing, perform a full wipe like we did in step 3 (wipe data/factory reset, wipe cache and wipe dalvik cahe), just to be sure. Go back to main menu and select reboot system now. Enjoy your criskelo ROM!
Section (5) : Getting back to your old Ginger Bread ROM :
If your having troubles and want to go back to your old GB ROM, this is how you restore. Credits to chasmodo for the instructions.
1. download AbyssNote 3.9 kernel from HERE | MIRROR. It's a flashable zip.
2. put this zip on your SD Card before you try to restore your previous system
3. when you want to restore, power off your phone
4. boot into recovery (Volume up + Home + Power)
5. chose 'install zip from SD Card'
6. navigate to your Abyss kernel zip and flash it
7. go back to the Recovery start menu
8. go to advanced/reboot recovery <--- this will reboot the phone directly to recovery
9. you will discover that you now have Hyperdroid Redpill Recovery - it comes with the Abyss kernel - it's pretty much the same thing as CWMR
10. wipe cache, dalvik, do your factory reset
11. start your restore, and it will work.
Section (6) : Recommended apps
- Go Keyboard - Great, highly customizable keyboard. Includes emoji, touch tone keypad, smileys and themes. Does not lag.
- Nova Launcher - Awesome launcher meant ONLY for ICS. Highly customizable with stock ICS look and feel. Very stable too. Includes persistent search bar, dock pages, etc. Original thread HERE.
- Winamp - Really good music player with great navigation and a good looking widget. Also includes lock-screen integration.
- Airdroid - This app is must have for anyone who want to sync their phone wirelessly over wifi. Free and awesome.
- MX Video - Excellent video player. Essential for this ROM because stock player does not function. Has great gesture controls and plays almost anything you throw at it.
- ROM Manager - ONLY IF you are having trouble with force closing apps and general freezes, get ROM Manager and run 'Fix permissions'. I recommend that you do not mess with any other option on ROM Manager unless you know what you're doing.
Section (7) : Tips, tricks and troubleshooting
-- 14 Button Toggle Bar : This is a very nifty little UI tweak by Chris X.. Original post here. It is basically a really cool looking Notification bar with a lot of toggles. I have included a screenshot below. This tweak also works on criskelo ROM. I haven't tested it with chainfire repack, but you are free to give it a try. CLICK HERE to download.
-- Get stock ICS icons for CF repack (Nova Launcher) :
For ICS icons on your Homescreen, download "Ice Cream Sandwich (theme)" by kovdev from Market. Now go back to your Nova Launcher homescreen, tap and hold the icon you want to change and hit edit. Now click on the icon, select "ADW Icon Pack" and proceed to select the appropriate icon. However, the icon will only change on the homescreen and not the app drawer.
-- SoD & Freezes : If you are getting random freezes and/or Screen of Death issues, remove your SIM and microsd, transfer all the required files to internal memory and start over. You can also try using clockworkmod or ROM manager to fix permissions.
Hit the Thanks button if this helps at all. All credit goes to everyone who deserves it. Especially Chainfire. And remember, hit the Thanks if it helps. Good day.

will this work on a non stock rom? ie. Romow v8, abyss kernal 4.0?

Im just waiting for the checkrom version of ICS

dr. xp55 said:
will this work on a non stock rom? ie. Romow v8, abyss kernal 4.0?
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Yes. I assume you're already rooted? So you can just start from step 8. If you have a good baseband from Romow, I think you will be just fine.

toofank said:
Im just waiting for the checkrom version of ICS
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Oh well... You can always update. ICS to ICS upgrades shouldn't be too hard.

acidburn89 said:
Install " MobileODINLite-v2.15" and then install " MobileODIN_FlashKernel_N7000-v2.0".
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Hello,
I have mobile odin pro which downloaded something I started an app for the first time ( i think it was flash kernel, but I'm not sure) ...
Do I need to install MobileODIN_FlashKernel_N7000-v2.0 ?
And I have stock KK5 rooted, that means I can start from step 8 ?
edit: just read the official Mobile Odin page here, and the last sentence states that only Lite users have to manually download flashkernel

just follwoed all ur steps from step8 coming darky rom 3.3 worked perfectly thanks alot man!!!!!!!

Did everything from step 8, successfully flashed ICS and removed bloatware
Thanks a lot

i9000gt said:
just follwoed all ur steps from step8 coming darky rom 3.3 worked perfectly thanks alot man!!!!!!!
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turshija said:
Did everything from step 8, successfully flashed ICS and removed bloatware
Thanks a lot
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I'm glad I could help.

theres a problem theres no keybaord only stupid voice and when i installed ics keybaord the whole os keeps crashing. its too late for this i got work tommorow what am i to do

i9000gt said:
theres a problem theres no keybaord only stupid voice and when i installed ics keybaord the whole os keeps crashing. its too late for this i got work tommorow what am i to do
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Did you make a backup in cwm by any chance? If you didn't, you might just wanna start from step 1 again. Trust me, it wont take long now that you have done it once. I did the whole thing over just to write the guide. Took me about 30 minutes.
Edit. Hold on a sec! Did you say you just 'installed' the keyboard? Through market, right? If you did it by market and do not alter any system files with clockworkmod or root explorer then, you can boot into cwm by volume up, home and power and wipe your device. Everything should be back to normal after that. You won't lose root.

is there no way i can download any keyboards apks? i just need it so that i can sign onto my gmail account?

i9000gt said:
is there no way i can download any keyboards apks? i just need it so that i can sign onto my gmail account?
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I thought your whole ICS was being unresponsive. Just do a wipe. Or get apks for a third party keyboard. Go keyboard is what I use. Just google "go keyboard apk download"

acidburn89 said:
I thought your whole ICS was being unresponsive. Just do a wipe. Or get apks for a third party keyboard. Go keyboard is what I use. Just google "go keyboard apk download"
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Lol yeah go keyboard worked perfectly. I must say this keyboard is kinda awsome too lol gonnakeep this one!!!! This thanks mate

just do as the he said n everythin works like charm finally usin ics thx alot

acidburn89 said:
I thought your whole ICS was being unresponsive. Just do a wipe. Or get apks for a third party keyboard. Go keyboard is what I use. Just google "go keyboard apk download"
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Lol yeah go keyboard worked perfectly. I must say this keyboard is kinda awsome too lol gonnakeep this one!!!! This thanks mate

i9000gt said:
Lol yeah go keyboard worked perfectly. I must say this keyboard is kinda awsome too lol gonnakeep this one!!!! This thanks mate
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Yeah, it's a great keyboard. I have reduced the height of the keys by one unit in both portrait and landscape. I also have the emoji plugin, which is kinda cool. 0_o

Fail, I liked the new Gmail, but everything seemed so big, since I got used to 240 dpi, downloaded DPI Changer from Market, decreased DPI, and after that I couldn't boot
So I had to flash stock rom using Odin, and start over ...
Now I've just rooted stock rom, and waiting for battery to charge over 50%, since all these flashing and rooting sucked most of the juice out of it
Btw, the best keyboard in my opinion is "Thumb Keyboard"

So you're saying it's FULLY FUNCTIONAL? As in everything works just as well or close to the stock rom? Then no need for me to wait for the official release from Samsung?
If so, I'll do it baby.

I am amazed how smooth this rom is
So far its stable, we will see that in few days

Guide to optimizing and personalizing your current system setting!

Real_Pac's all-rounder guide...

Thanks
Waiting eagerly to learn some new stuff

As mentioned before I have started with my own guide few weeks ago. The main priority of this thread is to give you a really good battery performance combined with some necessary tweaks to stabilize and optimize your current system.
This guide isn't finished at all! So please let me time to finish my work with great results.
If you got some questions, problems or any hints just post it
Regards

This is a modding guide for all those with special needs!
First at all....
Thanks everbody for supporting me!
I know how hard it is to find the perfect settings for your own usage. Over the years i learned much about Android and now finaly i started to go deeper into it. I wanna share my earned knowledge with you with little guide.....
What to expect:
1. Flashable ZIP File-Real_Pac's_Debloater
Are you sick and tired for deleting all this unneeded stuff every new install or manually over Root or apps like Titanium?
Then, just flash this Zip file after installing your new Rom.
You're gonna deleting these files:
BasicDreams(Like a Screensaver for Android)
Browser(Choose your favorite browser)
Camera2 (Just install following alternatives)
Camera Next Modded
credits: @abhi08638
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/themes-apps/app-cos12-cameranextmod-t3086513
or
Color Os Port Camera
credits:
@BOOTMGR
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/themes-apps/port-coloros-camera-cm11s-t3030369
@infinityplus
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/themes-apps/coloros-camera-port-t3034148
CellBroadcastReceiver(Not Useful)
CMAccount(Just an other unneeded Sync-Account)
CMFileManager(Just use an alternative file browser)
CMUpdater(Flash manually-same effect. Most Roms's doesn't support this updater)
CMWallpapers
Cyanogensetupwizard(Most Rom's got the stock setup wizard and this one isn't needed at all)
Development( Test-tool for developers)
Eleven(stock Music-Player-Try Power Amp or Player Pro)
Email(Use your favorite E-Mail app)
Exchange2(Exchange security for stock E-mail app)
Galaxy4(Wallpaper)
HoloSpiralWallpaper
LiveWallpapers
LiveWallpapersPicker
NoiseField(Wallpaper)
PhaseBeam(Wallpaper)
PhotoPhas
PhotoTable
PrintSpooler
Spareparts(Test-tool for developers)
Stk(Sim Tool)
Tag(Not needed)
Talkback(function to help blind and low vision users)
UserDictionaryProvider(Dictionary for keyboard)
VisualizationWallpapers
VpnDialogs(Use a better method)
WhisperPush(Cm safe SMS-for what?  )
YouTube
For those like me:
If you allready installed a different keyboard like Swiftkey or Swype etc. and a other launcher flash the Add On File:
"Real_Pac's_Debloater_AddOn_Kb_Launcher" in Recovery.
It will delete the stock keyboard and launcher(Slimlauncher and Trebuchet-Launcher)
Download:
https://app.box.com/s/4tra4jyn59pmzsrtuo5kzxw1g0s8uynt
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2. Flashable ZIP file-Real_Pac's Viper4Android Profile/U]
It is unbelieveable which possibilities @zhuhang gave us to blast out ours ears with great sound!
The second part of this job is our!
I got some good knowledge with producing songs and all kind of stuff like that. Made music for years.
This Zip file will turn your stock sound into a other level!!!
Useable with every style of music.
+Greatdeep Bass
+Very loud and clearly
+Not focused to any music genre-Generic one
+Speakers will blast everything out without bad sound
Instruction:
1. Download the ZIP file and flash it over recovery.
(May Viper will ask you to install the right driver-I recommend to choose "Super audio quality")
2. Just open Viper4android app and go to settings.
3. Tap on "Ui Setting" and choose "Expert".
Then Tap on "Effect Profile" and choose my profile "Real_Pac's_Viper4Android_ProfileV1.x"
Done!
@abhi08638 @MMWolverine Thank your very much, guys! Both helped me out to make my "Viper4Android" profiles flashable!!!
Im using @abhi08638 Zip-file as the new base for the flashable files.
Download:
https://app.box.com/s/elxot690b4idorzdc4k3mbopzduvwc49
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3. AK-Kernel Real_Pacs_Allday-Profile
The most of us are looking for a stable, fast and also battery friendly kernel setting.
In fact, all these points are addicted to your personal usage, your Rom settings and the kernel you have chosen.
So, I'd started to find the optimal balance between those requirements.
If you're still looking for a generell profile like mine then just try 
Real_Pac's Allday Profiles for CM12 and Caf AK-Kernel credits to @ak for his great work!
- Made for Multitasking and daily usage
- Fast Ui, No lags, no freezes
- Each build has been tested by me personally
- Balanced battery consumption
Download:
Cm kernel:
https://app.box.com/s/zkk49gevyre5v561yf6isf5b789gnayn
CAF kernel:
https://app.box.com/s/cagaqs44882hqttghqqx14t391pjk2uc
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4. Real_Pac's Back up File for MyAndroid Tools (pro)-Fix to solve Wakelock issues caused by Google Play Services
+ also disabling unnecessary Services to save more battery!!!
We all heard about wakelocks and generally about services which drains the battery of our phones immediately.
To disable them without knowledge could damage your running system.
I made a Back Up for "MyAndroid Tools (pro)" to find on Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cn.wq.myandroidtools&hl=de to make that procedure very easy for you.
You will be able to disable more than 150!!! services with just one tap.
Follow these steps:
1. Download the file "RealPacs_ServiceDisabler_4_MyAndroidTools.zip.
2. Unzip the file and copy it to your internal storage.
3. Now open the app "MyAndroidTools" and tap on "about".
Tap on "restore" - "disable" - OK
You're Done! It will take some time. Be patient(3-5 minutes).
Standard Zip:
After restoring this file you won't be able to use Google fitness gadgets, streamcasts, Google Kids and also Google Wear.
Light Zip:
This Zip file wont disable any of the above mentioned services.
Alternative method if "MyAndroidtools Pro" doesn't work.-@daltonhrrll Big thanks for his alternative method!
1. Download the app "Disable Service" from Playstore- https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cn.wq.disableservice
2. Download the file "RealPacs_ServiceDisabler_4_MyAndroidTools.zip.
3. Unzip the file and copy it to your internal storage
4. Rename the file"myandroidtoolspro_backup.txt" to "DS_backup.txt".
3. Now open the app "Disable Service" and tap on "settings".
Tap on "restore" - "disable" - OK
You're Done! It will take some time. Be patient(3-5 minutes).
Download:
https://app.box.com/s/jrcraswcchxoo7e722mvr4l45rfjgp1m
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5a. Amplify Settings-Restorable Titanium Backup File
Warning!
[LP5.1.x User be careful!Amplify will only work if your current Rom supports unofficial Xposed]
One chapter before I was talking about disabling services to save battery. The. most battery drain was caused by "Google Services".
But some of them are really important for your running system. So, now we gonna change their delay time to fix the wakelock problems and to save battery.
I'm using "Titanium Backup" over years. To find on Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup&hl=de
You also need xposed framework http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811 [email protected] and
Amplify https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ryansteckler.nlpunbounce&hl=de
Just few steps and you're done.
1. Download the Zip File "Real_Pacs_Amplify_SettingsV1.zip"
2. Unzip
3. Just copy the folder "Titanium Backup" to the root of your phone and open the Titanium Backup app.
Tap on "Back Up/restore Section" and tap on the batch symbol.
Under section" Restore" select "Restore all apps with data". Choose " Data only" and tap on Amplify.
4. Confirm
That's all.
Download:
https://app.box.com/s/4lxec7u97qhwr9151c82y5o9ohphzf2c
5b. Calkulin's [MOD] [v7.x] Google Play Services with System Update Wake Lock Fix
thanks to: @Calkulin @abhi08638 (for the hint)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/one...mod-google-play-services-update-wake-t3078082
5c. Real_Pac's Greenify-Restorable Titanium Backup File
We all know "Greenify" is a great tool to hiberante active user apps and system apps. But which system-apps are safe to hibernate?
I made a restorable "Titanium Backup"- file which one includes almost every stock system-app.
Please hibernate all your user-apps manually.
Important:
- Android 5.1.x user's should activate the greenify module in xposed settings only then if the unofficial xposed build for 5.1.x works on your current Rom . Otherwise your phone will stuck
on bootscreen
- Do not hibernate apps with push-services if you wanna still receive "push-messages".
- Android 5.0 user should switch to "Boost-mode".
- Android 5.1.x user should switch to "Root-mode" if "Boost-mode" isn't supported.
Both can apply this file without any problems.
I'm also gonna make a restorable file for "boost-mode". Be patient
Hints:
I recommend to buy the "paid-version". The expermential features will allow you to hibernate more apps, specially system apps.
If you tap on the "3-dot symbol" you will be able to find the entry "create hibernation shortcut". It makes an shortcut on your homescreen which will allow you to hibernate all selected apps before with just one click.
Instruction:
1. Download the Zip File "Real_Pacs_Greenify_SettingsV1.zip"
2. Unzip
3. Just copy the folder "Titanium Backup" to the root of your phone and open the Titanium Backup app.
Tap on "Back Up/restore Section" and tap on the batch symbol.
Under section" Restore" select "Restore all apps with data". Choose " Data only" and tap on Greenify.
4. Confirm
That's all
Download:
https://app.box.com/s/q6de03y795qw4sa7f5quymstzz5iy0tc
Greenify: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oasisfeng.greenify&hl=de
Xposed framework for LP5.0.x http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811 [email protected]
Unofficial Xposed framework for LP5.1.x http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/super-alpha-posted-permission-xposed-t3072979 [email protected]
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6. Fixes, Mods and Tweaks
As the title says, tested by me:
[FIX] Low Mic Call V1_Final [ALL ROMS] credits: @tazzkiller
Great fix to solve the mic problem of our Oneplus One.
-Just download the newest Zip file and unzip to the root of your internal storage.
-Both files have to be on same path
-Now flash over recovery
You're done!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/development/fix-low-mic-call-t3055661
[MOD][Jan/26/2015] OnePlus One Audio Mods Collection
credits: @abhi08638
Great mod to give you a new sound experience on your Oneplus One.
Combine it with my Viper4android profile.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/development/mod-oneplus-one-stereo-mod-t2967925
Warning!
Please control your general sound values before applying any sound mod or setting. Otherwise you could damage your speakers.
[INFO] CPU [MSM8974AC] Binning Concept, Overclocking, Undervolting
credits: @Mnt-XDA
A great guide to learn more about CPU-Binning and a how-to set your own Voltage values.
You can find your own values on the second page in synapse.
Just look for PVS Bin/Speed Bin.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/general/info-cpu-binning-concept-overclocking-t2817105
[Flashable[ROOT]Omniswitch instead recent panel for LP5.1.x
credits: @kikuto for "Toggle Omniswitch"
I hate the stock recent panel. The best alternative for me was Omniswitch. But some Custom Roms doesnt't have this inside.
Found some "solutions" before but with no possibility to use it instead of stock recent panels.
A Xda-User called @kikuto https://github.com/augustoicaro/Toggle-OmniSwitch made a toggle apk.
It will allow you to open omniswitch but the stock recent panel in navbar will still exist.
I made a flashable Zip which already included the newest "Omniswitch" and "Toggle Omniswitch".
Just flash it and follow this....
Now, there are 2 ways to change it:
If your current roms supports custom navbar settings, follow instruction 1. If not, follow instruction 2.
1:
A. Go to Navbar settings
B. Open "buttons" settings
C. Delete the recent panel menu button
D. Add a new button and choose "Toggle Omni Switch"
2:
A. Install "Gravity Box for LP". http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.ceco.lollipop.gravitybox
B. Open it and tap on "Navigation Bar tweaks".
C. Now tap on "Custom key settings".
D. Enable it and also tap on " Swap with menu key".
E Tap on "Single-tap action" and choose "Toggle Omniswitch"
Now open "Omniswitch and activate it"
Reboot-Done!
Download:
https://app.box.com/files/0/f/3670202559/Real_Pac's_Omniswitch_Solution(Flashable)
[APP]Intelli3G -Restorable Titanium Backup File
Setup to auto toggle between network modes helping maximize your standby
credits: @daltonhrrll -Thank you for the idea and the creation of the Manual!
What is it?
It's an xposed module that toggles between 2 user defined network modes based on current conditions. For example when your screen goes off or you connect to wifi it will switch to power saving mode, Which is 2G if you're using my profile. When your screen comes on or you disconnect from Wi-Fi it will switch you to fast network mode which will be 3G by default but you can switch it to 4G if you prefer.
Intelli3G: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.voidvapps.intelli3g
Instruction:
1. Make sure you have xposed installed.
2. Follow the link above to download Intelli3G.
3. Once it's been installed head over into your xposed app and activate the module.
4. Reboot
5. Download my titanium backup restorable file of Intelli3G and place it into the titanium backup folder on the root of your sd card.
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B_HWCBYTD4HGWjV6QUZFVEpLdnM/edit?usp=docslist_api
6. Open up titanium backup find Intelli3G and restore "DATA ONLY".
7. Reboot, it may not actually be needed but do it anyways.
8. Enjoy your new battery life.
***NOTE***
By default the slow network is 2G and the fast network is 3G. If you wish to change it to 4G, open intelli3G select fast network and select LTE GSM/WCDMA. This will connect to LTE when available but use any bands it can to keep signal. My configuration you'll be restoring will not disrupt downloads or streaming as it's setup so if there is more than 15 kbps of traffic it won't switch modes until the traffic is below the threshold. There is also a 1 minute delay after screen off before it will switch to power saving mode that way if you turn your screen off then back on quickly it won't cause loss of signal which is a known issue the Dev is working on. If you do for some reason experience a loss of signal simply lock and unlock your device or toggle airplane mode on and off to fix.
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Last update: 18.09.2015
You can find all my builds here:
https://app.box.com/s/e5ccm9q684ti7uqwjti0stik1mltcvnz
Regards!
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demo84 said:
Thanks
Waiting eagerly to learn some new stuff
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You're welcome!
hope you'll like it

@real_pac
awesome work my friend !

MBurns2 said:
@real_pac
awesome work my friend !
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Thanks buddy! Also for your efforts!
Regards

Now that's what u call a "New Beginning" towards adding awesomeness to our Oneplus... I always followed ur work... now it got a bit easier :thumbup::thumbup:
Also, waiting for the backup file for stock settings of myandroid tools.. And i know, now u have ur own thread.... so its gonna be posted soon :beer::beer::beer:

real_pac said:
Thanks buddy! Also for your efforts!
Regards
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You should probably include Caulkin's modified google play services fix that's found in the apps section.
Other than that great work! Ill stick around for the viper profiles :thumbup:
Sent from my A0001 using XDA Free mobile app

Been using your profiles a while now. Works great. Thanks a bunch!
Could you please specify which rom you are using and your PVS/Speed?
Oh yeah, and I love Vienna

DrNinjaa said:
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Thank ya very much! Gonna work on that today and post it after. We got a great community here specially on "Oneplus" section.
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Good idea buddy! Got to rework on the layout. Will add Caulkin's method also.
I'm gonna finishing up my Viper profile today. Will put some new .irs files in it.
Thank ya also and loving your camera next mod
regards

just4u32 said:
Been using your profiles a while now. Works great. Thanks a bunch!
Could you please specify which rom you are using and your PVS/Speed?
Oh yeah, and I love Vienna
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i appreciate that, thanks .
You've been there before?
Im on Temasek's UB Build 4.9 Android 5.0.2.
PVS: 9, Speed Bin: 3
regards

Hi @real_pac , thanks a lot for sharing your optimization methods, I'm using MyAndroidTools to restore your backup, it's been an hour, the MyAndroidTools logo is still spinning, I'm not sure if the process's hung. Usually how long does it take to restore your backup?

linkinorton said:
Hi @real_pac , thanks a lot for sharing your optimization methods, I'm using MyAndroidTools to restore your backup, it's been an hour, the MyAndroidTools logo is still spinning, I'm not sure if the process's hung. Usually how long does it take to restore your backup?
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Your'e welcome
Note more then 3-5 minutes. Try to restart and restore it again.
Please tell me something about your current configuration.
If youre not able to restore it again I will upload a lighter one.
regards

Viper4android profile updated to V1.1
-improved dynamic bass
-better sound quality
-changed impulse response
-deeper sound +more bass without losing quality
please follow the manual solution till I make Flashable zip files
download
https://app.box.com/s/elxot690b4idorzdc4k3mbopzduvwc49
regards

where is the zip file for step #1? I dont see a link for it.

Interesting post

real_pac said:
Your'e welcome
Note more then 3-5 minutes. Try to restart and restore it again.
Please tell me something about your current configuration.
If youre not able to restore it again I will upload a lighter one.
regards
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Thanks for the tip, I restarted MyAndroidTools and the restore finished in 3 minutes. I'm using OPO+AK v140+CM12.1.

Amplify Settings
@real_pac hi, everytime i try disabling some google services on amplify, whenever i open the app it says that i can't connect to the store, so i reset my hosts file with AdAway, i tried installing your zip with TitaniunBackup, same results... Help! Using cm12 nightly on oneplus.
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And another question, what is better ak140s or the 210s?
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enkur said:
where is the zip file for step #1? I dont see a link for it.
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you mean viper zip file?

[GUIDE] [INDEX] ★ Complete guide to G3 ★ [4 OCT]

This thread will always be a Work In Progress. Please be patient, as we receive new development it will be posted here. Thank you very much!
Do subscribe to this thread to get notified on any new updates.
If you own a G4, please proceed to this thread instead: http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/guide-complete-steps-to-root-flash-t3100478. This thread also includes G4's ROM Index.
Own a V10? Proceed to this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-v10/general/wip-complete-guide-to-v10-t3217373
First things first, this guide is made mainly for our great LG G3 D85x. Some steps may or may not work for other phones...
Please note that the results of the following methods may vary. I would advice you don't do this on a daily driver or corporate phone.
Also note that these steps WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK.
For increased chances of these working, update your KDZ to Lollipop first using OTA or Flash Tool.
If you don’t know what rooting, flashing and blah blah blah means, this probably isn’t the thread for you.
I do not own much of this stuff, credit really does go to the folks stated below. Do give them a shoutout!
Enjoy!
Complete guide to all things G3:
NOTE: The chapters are in chronological order, meaning everything after Chapter 2 assumes you already have root and unlock.
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CHAPTER 0: TERMINOLOGY (in my own words)
- Terms
- Tidbit
(To be honest, if you need to even look at this, this thread isn't for you.)
- Root: Gaining full administrative control of your device. "Jailbreaking" in terms of Android.
- ROM: The customized operating system that your Android runs on.
- Kernel: The thingy that links software and hardware
- Radio: The thingy that sends and receives messages, calls and data.
- Flash: Installing a zipped file in Recovery Mode
- Recovery: The software that allows tweaking and flashing, and other weird stuff that will destroy your phone.
- Fastboot: The thingy that allows recovery mode to happen.
- Brick: The term says it all.
- Bootloader: Quite literal; loads the phone for bootup.
- Nandroid backup: A backup-ed image of your current system
- ADB: Android Debug Bridge; some command line tool that sends information from and to the phone to, and from the computer
- CWM: ClockWorkMod; a recovery system
- XDA: The holy website that is full of weird stuff that makes your phone wayyyy better.
Now let's paint a picture:
Imagine you are your Android phone.
Before "rooting", you are trapped in jail.
Upon "rooting and unlocking", you are released from jail.
You go to a shopping mall named "XDA".
You find a credit card lying on the floor from the company "Recovery". On the back, it says there is no passcode required, and there is a infinite amount of money inside.
You enter a store and get a sweatshirt with the word "ROM" on it.
You didn't buy the shirt, the shirt just happens to be free, but still requires you to swipe your credit card anyways.
You keep the receipt as a "backup", just in case the shirt spoils.
Just then, you get greedy and get all the badges in the store.
Stupidly, you pin all the badges on your shirt, turning it as heavy as a "brick".
Then, the shirt rips, unable to put (it rhymes with boot) it back together again.
Luckily you still have the receipt to return the shirt, and return back to your good old disgusting shirt.
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CHAPTER 1: PREREQUISITES
- The newest LG drivers are installed on your computer
- A proper and working Wi-Fi network
- Enable Developer Options
- Enable USB Debugging
- Ensure G3 is charged to at least 50%
- Original and genuine LG G3 in-box USB cable
- Backup all files!
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CHAPTER 2: ESSENTIALS
- Backup
- Root
- Unlock
- TWRP
- Flashing
- Restoring backups
BACKUP:
Titanium Backup Method:
Use “Titanium Backup” batch backup
1. Menu -> Batch
2. Run -> Backup user apps + system data
OR:
Manual Non-Root Method:
- Messages: “SMS Backup & Restore”
- Contacts: should be synced with the cloud, if not: Export to SIM card or SD card
- Calendar: should be synced with the cloud
- Notes: use “Google Keep”, it will be synced with the cloud
- User Dictionary: “User Dictionary Backup”
- Call Logs: “Call Logs Backup & Restore”
- Launcher (assuming you use Nova Launcher): Settings -> Backup & import settings -> Restore or manage backups
- Apps: “Helium” or any other app
- Nandroid Backup
store all backups in external SD card or transfer to your computer
ROOT:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/guide-root-lg-firmwares-kitkat-lollipop-t3056951
(kudos to @avicohh)
1. Connect to your computer and mount MTP
2. Open “LG_One_Click_Root”
3. Press start
4. DONE!
5. To check: Download “Root Checker Basic” or any other app from the Google Play Store
UNLOCK BOOTLOADER + TWRP RECOVERY:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=b007.autorecd855
(kudos to neko_dugacko_ime, bender_007 & ingoljosh)
1. Download the app on the Google Play Store
2. Open the app
3. It should automatically start to do a backup, so you just wait
4. Tap “Flash TWRP”
5. DONE!
6. To check:
a. Turn off the phone
b. Press and hold the ‘Power’ and ‘Volume Down’ keys at the same time once the phone is fully turned off
c. Release the keys once the LG logo appears
OR: Download “Flashify” or any other app from the Google Play Store
OR: (doesn’t apply to everyone) The splash screen’s “powered by android” should appear to be in a smaller font than before​
FLASHING:
Clean Flash:
1. Backup your data!
2. Reboot into TWRP Recovery
3. Go into settings and enable “Use Aroma File Manager”
4. Wipe Dalvik, Cache, System & Data
5. Flash your chosen ROM, basebands, firmware updates and other crap
6. Flash any GApps package. (the one I use: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/gapps-lp-gapps-pa-gapps-aroma-installer-t3010798; kudos to @raulx222 & @slim Team)
7. Flash anything else (e.g. frameworks, boot animations, splash screens, themes etc.)
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
OR:
Dirty Flash: (flashing without wiping anything, used for updating to newer ROMs or reflashing)
1. Reboot into TWRP Recovery
2. ONLY wipe Dalvik Cache
3. Flash your chosen ROM, basebands, firmware updates and other crap
4. Flash any NEWER GApps package. If you manually installed/updated through Play Store, skip this step.
5. Flash anything else (e.g. frameworks, boot animations, splash screens, themes etc.)
6. Reboot
7. DONE!
It is perfectly fine if the first bootup takes a while, that is perfectly normal. Upon boot, Android will optimize itself so just let it do it’s work. Do put the phone under a fan as it does tend to get hot when optimizing since it is at max brightness or some dumb reason.
If it takes ages (like over 5-10mins) to boot up, it means you have luckily bricked your phone! Do source the XDA indices for any unbricking tutorial, or keep a lookout for an update on this page for instructions. (I don’t have any/don’t need to find any as I have never bricked any Android, so ya.)
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DO NOT dirty flash if your newer ROM:
- Doesn't allow/support it
- Has a major update
- Has a Android version jump (e.g. from Lollipop to M)
- Is a totally different ROM from the previous one (e.g. from Stock to Cyanogenmod)
If after dirty flashing you experience any ROM issues (e.g. battery drain, lag etc.), I would advice you to do a clean flash instead.
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RESTORING BACKUP:
Titanium Backup Method:
1. Use “Titanium Backup” batch restore
2. Menu -> Batch
3. Run -> Restore missing apps with data (*NOTE*: DO NOT RESTORE SYSTEM DATA)
4. Once done, go to Backup/Restore on the main app interface
5. Restore manually: Calendar Storage, Internet Bookmarks, Messaging SMS/MMS Prefs, Phone SMS/MMS/APN, User Dictionary, Wi-Fi Access Points**
6. Launcher Settings: (assuming you use Nova Launcher) Settings -> Backup & import settings -> Restore or manage backups
**What can I manually restore?**
Red: DO NOT RESTORE, YOU’LL END UP BRICKING/BOOTLOOPING YOUR PHONE!!!
White: 99% safe, go ahead
Green: 70% safe, beware of potential brick
Grey Stirkethrough: DO NOT RESTORE
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OR:
Manual Restoration Method:
- Messages: “SMS Backup & Restore”
- Contacts: should be synced with the cloud, if not: Export to SIM card or SD card
- Calendar: should be synced with the cloud
- Notes: use “Google Keep”, it will be synced with the cloud
- User Dictionary: “User Dictionary Backup”
- Call Logs: “Call Logs Backup & Restore”
- Launcher (assuming you use Nova Launcher): Settings -> Backup & import settings -> Restore or manage backups
- Apps: “Helium” or any other app
store all backups in external SD card or transfer to your computer
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CHAPTER 3: ADDITIONS
- ROM Index
- XPosed
- Boot Animation
- G4 Apps Port
- G4 Weather Widget*
- TWRP Recovery Theme
- ExoPlayer for YouTube
- Ad-free
- Control
- Multi Window
- Enhanced LG Touch Assistant
- ROMs Dual Booting
- Task Management
ROM INDEX:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2772658
(kudos to @benkxda)
XPOSED FRAMEWORK:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811
(kudos to @rovo89)
1. Download “xposed-sdk21-arm-2015xxxx.zip” and flash in recovery
2. Download “XposedInstaller_3.0-xxxx.apk” and install normally
3. Download your favourite modules from the XDA indices
4. Open Titanium Backup app and freeze “LG QuickCover”
5. DONE!
BOOT ANIMATION:
6.x Marshmallow:
https://www.copy.com/s/t%3A83YzqkU0VlAHdSsY%3Bp%3A%252Fbootanimation-flashable.zip%3Boid%3A400
(kudos to @Upstreammiami)
(flashable)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/media
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “bootanimation.zip” to “bootanimation.old”
5. Download “bootanimation-flashable..zip” and flash in recovery
6. DONE!
5.x Lollipop:
(if not flashable)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/media
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “bootanimation.zip” and “shutdownanimation.zip” to “bootanimation.old” and “shutdownanimation.old” respectively
5. Copy your boot animation and shutdown animation of choice and rename to “bootanimation.zip” and “shutdownanimation.zip” respectively
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r-T (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner, Sticky)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
G4 Apps Port
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/themes-apps/lg-g4-apps-t3102687
(kudos to @LastStandingDroid)
G4's Camera App Port
1. Download "6. LGCameraApp.zip" and "8. LGCamera swap fix camera_config.xml" to your device
2. Extract "LGCameraApp.zip"
3. Download “Root Explorer” app
4. Go to root/system/priv-app/LGCameraApp
5. Mount R/W
6. Change “LGCameraApp.apk” to “LGCameraApp.old”
7. Copy the downloaded "LGCameraApp.apk" to this location
8. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
9. Go to root/system/priv-app/LGCameraApp/lib/arm
10. Change all 5 ".so" files to ".old" except "libVDBeautyShotAPI-jni.so"
11. Copy all 5 downloaded ".so" files to this location.
12. Change permissions of all 5 ".so" files to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
13. Go to root/system/etc
14. Change "camera_config.xml" to "camera_config.old"
15. Copy the downloaded "camera_config.xml" to this location
16. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
17. Mount R/O
18. Reboot
19. DONE!
**for G4's Weather Widget, refer to #Post 2 below!**
TWRP Recovery Theme
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/themes/theme-twrp-materialised-dark-light-play-t2915584
(kudos to @z31s1g)
1. Choose 1440x2560 Themes Folder
2. Download your chosen zip file to your device
3. Change "28xX_vx_1440_xxxx.zip" to "ui.zip"
4. Open your favourite file manager app
5. Go to the TWRP folder
6. Create a folder named "theme" **no capital letters!**
7. Copy "ui.zip" into this folder
8. Reboot to recovery
9. DONE!
Faster YouTube: ExoPlayer
http://r3pwn.github.io/yt-exoplayer.html
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to data/data/com.google.android.youtube/shared_prefs
3. Add the following lines below "<map>":
<string name="exo_player_activation_type">ADAPTIVE</string>
<boolean name="enable_exo_cache" value="true"/>
<boolean name="show_exo_player_debug_messages" value="true"/>​4. Once done, close and mount R/O
5. Force Close YouTube app in Application Settings
6. Reboot
7. Done!
Ad-Free
- Download "AdAway" app from F-Droid
https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdid=org.adaway
Control
- Download "SELinux Mode Changer" from F-Droid
https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdfilter=selinuxmodechanger&fdid=com.mrbimc.selinux
Multi Window for all apps
- Download "LG MultiWindow Mod"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2707310
Enhanced LG Touch Assistant
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/themes-apps/app-touch-assisstant-themed-t3199658
(kudos to @no14me)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/priv-app/LGSettingsAccessibility
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “LGSettingsAccessibility.apk” to “LGSettingsAccessibility.old”
5. Copy your accessibility of choice and rename to “LGSettingsAccessibility.apk”
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
ROMs Dual Booting
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/patcher-dual-boot-rom-lg-g3-t3071546
(kudos to @chenxiaolong & @lukas77)
Task Management
- Download "Greenify" or "Servicely"
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/oasis-feng/greenify/
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/francisco-franco/servicely/
Honestly, I don't encourage battery managers such as "Battery Doctor" or "Clean Master (Speed Booster)" as realistically, it takes up more battery or RAM in trying to keep the app open to "properly manage the battery". Yes there are benefits such a having a zippier G3, but there are better methods out there.
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CHAPTER 4: FONTS
- Fonts
- Emoji
Changing ROM Font
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/themes/fonts-flashable-zips-t2964304
(kudos to @gianton)
Simply flash the zip in recovery and done!
Changing Emoji
New iOS 8.3 Diverse Jaundice Emoji:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software-hacking/mod-apple-8-3-diverse-color-emoji-t3136169
(kudos to @caiosilva96)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/fonts
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “NotoColorEmoji.ttf” to “NotoColorEmoji.old”
5. Copy your emoji of choice and rename to “NotoColorEmoji.ttf”
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. Now, on your phone (with new emojis installed), go to http://emojipedia.org/skin-tone-modifiers/
10. Copy the "(skin colour)" that comes before "Emoji Modifier Fitzpatrick Type-1-2"
11. Go to your settings app, then keyboard settings, then personal dictionary
12. Create a new word "(skin colour)", shortcut of "skin2"
13. Repeat for skins 3-6
14. Reboot if you want to
15. DONE!
- To change the skin colour, type the emoji, followed by the shortcut word (e.g. "skin2")
OR:
Traditional iOS Emoji:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/themes-apps/howto-change-lg-smiley-to-google-smiley-t2809012
(kudos to @Soulfly999)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/fonts
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “NotoColorEmoji.ttf” to “NotoColorEmoji.old”
5. Copy your emoji of choice and rename to “NotoColorEmoji.ttf”
6. Change permissions to rw-r-r (Read Owner, Read Group, Read Others, Write Owner)
7. Mount R/O
8. Reboot
9. DONE!
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CHAPTER 5: BATTERY
- The cliche...
- Extreme
- Disable Knock On & Code
- Changing resolution
the cliche stuff...
Turn on power saving, turn off bluetooth, Wi-Fi, data, NFC etc., turn off automatic brightness and blah blah blah...
The Extreme Battery Life
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/guide-extreme-battery-life-t3095884
(kudos to @vaisakh7)
Disabling Knock On & Code
1. Open the "Phone" or "Dialer" app
2. Dial "3845#*85x#" (where 'x' is denoted by device model; e.g. D855) - Don't worry this ISN'T a phone call, there will not be any carrier charges
3. Scroll till you find "Knock On/Off Setting"
Change resolution down to 1080p
- Download "NOMone Resolution Changer" from the Play Store:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nomone.resolution_changer&hl=en
please note this chapter is incomplete.
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CHAPTER 6: GOODBYE
GO BACK TO STOCK + UNROOT + LOCK BOOTLOADER:
(kudos to DevTester)
1. Backup your data!
2. Download “LG Flash Tool 2014”
3. Download your stock KDZ file of choice and of device model - http://devtester.ro/projects/lg-firmwares/
4. Run “LGFlashTool2014”
5. Enter Download Mode:
a. Turn off the phone
b. Press and hold the ‘Volume Up’ key and connect your USB cable to the computer at the same time once the phone is fully turned off​6. Set PhoneMode to “DIAG”
7. Select your downloaded KDZ file
8. Click “CSE Flash”
9. Click “Start” (DO NOT CLICK ANYTHING ELSE)
10. Click “OK” (DO NOT CLICK ANYTHING ELSE)
11. DONE!
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CHAPTER 7: MISCELLANEOUS
- Developer Settings
- Nova Launcher Secret Labs
ENABLING DEVELOPER SETTINGS:
1. Settings app
2. About phone
3. Software info
4. Tap build number repeatedly until it prompts you
**secret** ENABLING NOVA LAUNCHER LABS SETTINGS:
1. Nova Settings
2. Hold down ‘volume down’ key until it prompts you
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Thanks for reading. If this helped, do give me a thumbs up.
Frankly, I do not want any donations.
"Let's get this pinned on the General Thread shall we? Pretty please with cherry on top..." :victory:
“Hi, I am Lousyguyy, a guy lousy enough to do this.”

Other Guides!!
Temporary fix for 'Stagefright' exploit
Now, as we wait anxiously for our beloved OEMs to slowly update their softwares to patch for Stagefright, we are still vulnerable... UNTIL NOW! Here's a temporary protection for us, living in the slow ring of OTAs:
1. Open your messaging app.
2. Open your messenger's settings.
3. Disable "Auto receive MMS".
4. Repeat for all your other messaging apps.
5. DONE!
- If you're plainly lazy, download "Textra" messaging app which comes with in-built Stagefright protection!
Get G4's Weather Widget on ANY Launcher!
My Official Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/lg-g4-s-weather-widget-launcher-phone-t3135381
Here's how to get the UNOFFICIAL G4's weather widget on ANY launcher, including Smart Notice.
These steps do require paid apps, so as to prevent piracy, I will not provide download links for these apps.
1. Download "Zooper Widget Pro" from the Play Store. *note: it must be PRO to make it work*
2. Download "UX 4.0 G4 for Zooper" from the Play Store.
3. Add a 4x2 Zooper Widget to any home screen.
4. Tap the widget to start.
5. Choose "UX 4.0 by N.A Dev".
6. Scroll down and choose "5x2 UX 4.0 Smart Notice."
7. Widget OnTap Action -> App List -> Weather App
8. Location -> Choose accordingly
9. Global Preferences -> Weather Provider -> Yahoo!
10. Calendar to display -> Deselect all events
... now for the complicated bits. Do follow explicitly.
11. Check the 1st Rich Text (it should be "Rect, W:388 H:192 R:0")
- Tap the pencil edit icon (most top right)
- Module OnTap -> App List -> Weather
12. Check the 2nd Rich Text ("Rect, W:400...")
- Edit
- Module -> Shortcuts -> Activities -> Smart Notice
13. Rich Text: (date, e.g. Monday, 15 June)
- Edit
- X Offset 181, Y Offset -5
- Module -> App -> Calendar
- Edit Text Manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: #DEEEE#, (enter next line) #DMMMM d#
- Lines -> 2
14. Rich Text: (location)
- X Offset -186, Y Offset -30
- Module -> App -> Maps
- Edit text manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: @ #LLOC#, (enter next line) #LCN#
- Lines -> 2
15. Rich Text: (updated on (time))
- Edit text manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: #BSTAT#: #BLEV#, #BTEMP#, #BLEFT#
16. Rich Text: "]"
- Blur 0
17. Add a Rich Text
- X Offset 0, Y Offset 4
- Edit text manually -> Remove what's there and type this in: #WCCOND#
- Size 14
... at least it's over.
18. Go back
19. Turn on Wi-Fi/Data & Location Services (if needed) & Force Update
20. Save
21. Quit Zooper App
22. Go to your home screen and tap "Refresh button".
23. Finally done!!
- Do remember to put Zooper on the Ignore List for any battery or task killer app!
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FAQ:
- Any battery impacts?
Shouldn't be, so long as you follow the steps correctly.
- What if my weather shows "??" or "Unknown"
Go into the Widget Settings and Force Update
- My location isn't accurate!
Manually tell the widget your location, don't use auto.
- The weather isn't accurate!
For now, there's no choice as it isn't powered by the all mighty Google or AccuWeather.
Anything else, do PM me or leave a comment below!

Changelog
14th Sep:
- Finally had time to credit all the great devs!!
- Marshmallow Boot Animation (flashable)
- Added LG Accessibility Themes
- Added TWRP Recovery Theme
- Added G4 Camera App
OLDER:
9th August: (yay for SG50!) :good:
- Temporary fix for "Stagefright" exploit
5th July:
- New iOS 8.3 Diverse Jaundice Emojis!
15th June:
- Housekeeping!!
- G4 Weather Widget with Smart Notice
- Blueprint Wallpapers thread
7th June:
- Dirty & clean flashing
- Extreme battery life
- Terminology
- Tidbit
- New wallpaper
3rd June:
- Added G4 Apps Port thread
- Added Dual Booting
- Added Multi Window
- Added reducing resolution
- Added Secret Nova Launcher Lab Settings
- Added "my Wallpaper"
4th May:
THIS THREAD WAS BORN!!!

I just got my G3 last friday.. I find this post very useful thanks man!

Plz added battery saving

jojobans said:
Plz added battery saving
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Okay I'll add this soon. Thank you!

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Very nice all in 1 post. Thanks. Is there an app/program anyone has used on a dual-sim G3 to unlock other band frequencies?

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Thankyou.
Bro, this is the best post I've ever been to, I'll test this when I get free from exams and tell you the results. kudos to your compilation. I have a LG G3 D855 V20G

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Hello guys i have d855 int and i can't understand if this is a bumped twrp (from Google Play link you mention) please consider mention that in Google Play and here of course. Please be noob friendly
Sent from my MI 2S using Tapatalk

NightHeron said:
Hello guys i have d855 int and i can't understand if this is a bumped twrp (from Google Play link you mention) please consider mention that in Google Play and here of course. Please be noob friendly
Sent from my MI 2S using Tapatalk
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Bro what is your firmware version, I think I can help is it V20G?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/d855-one-click-root-twrp-recovery-t3072767
^Look there is a first reccomended method if that fails use the firmware version below. need more help PM me.

NightHeron said:
Hello guys i have d855 int and i can't understand if this is a bumped twrp (from Google Play link you mention) please consider mention that in Google Play and here of course. Please be noob friendly
Sent from my MI 2S using Tapatalk
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Bumping = Unlocking with TWRP, so yes it is!
So long as you use the app accordingly, most probably you won't get any issues regarding the bootloader or recovery.

Lousyguyy said:
Bumping = Unlocking with TWRP, so yes it is!
So long as you use the app accordingly, most probably you won't get any issues regarding the bootloader or recovery.
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But some ROMs mentioned as bumped and another not... So, isn't it a difference? Or I can flash anything like bumped or not bumped ROMs
As for the second post I have V20h.. Is that good?
Sent from my MI 2S using Tapatalk

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6.x Marshmallow Boot Animation (flashable):
https://www.copy.com/s/t%3A83YzqkU0VlAHdSsY%3Bp%3A%252Fbootanimation-flashable.zip%3Boid%3A400
(kudos to Upstreammiami)
1. Download “Root Explorer” app
2. Go to root/system/media
3. Mount R/W
4. Change “bootanimation.zip” to “bootanimation.old”
5. Download “bootanimation-flashable..zip” and flash in recovery
6. DONE!

19th Sep:
- Finally had time to credit all the great devs!!
- Marshmallow Boot Animation (flashable)
- Added LG Accessibility Themes
- Added TWRP Recovery Theme
- Added G4 Camera App

MetroPCS & T-Mobile LG Leon STABLE Root (WORKS EVERY TIME 100%)

I am making this tutorial as I have had multiple versions of the LG LTE Leon and have used many firmware versions. I have created a stable method that has the least issues as I have had trouble with the latest firmware (MS34510f) disabling my root privileges. I have created a MEGA account specifically for all of the files necessary to complete this operation and have your device run smoothly. So, please follow my instructions exactly as stated and you should not have any issues. THIS PROCESS WILL REMOVE ALL DATA NOT SYNCED, DO READ BELOW NOTES IT IS VERY BENEFICIAL
Important Notes:
+This process will wipe all data that is not synced, it is important to ensure that no newer LG process are still on the device. Some might argue to leave data, to that I say good luck keeping your root and tethering without the device becoming suspiciously unstable.
+ I am not GUARANTEEING this will work on every model, but I have had an extremely high success rate with all Leon versions.
+ In this tutorial the process in which I remove Kingroot and replace it with SuperSu is for system stability. I find that most root functions I use seem to not work properly. (Wifi Tether Router and many others). So, I do recommend doing so.
+After the new OS is installed a MetroPCS splash screen will appear even if you do have T-Mobile. DO NOT BE ALARMED this firmware will not limit any functionality you had before, it will even help with tethering functionality.
Tutorial:
Let's Begin.
1. Download the link posted to obtain required files for this tutorial
Link: https://mega.nz/#F!PM4CQRqb!92kgIOnD0ZBY-8HVbtTwGQ
2. Open up LGFlashTool2014.exe
Begin by copying settings posted below, then click "normal flash"
3. Next click the "START" button
4. At this time, I recommend you verify all sync settings are to your liking and that all personal info needed is backed up
a. You have the option to throw all of your personal documents/pictures onto your SD card and removing it appropriately
(Go to: Settings - Storage - [scroll down to] Unmount SD card)
b. Next, navigate to Settings -Backup & reset [leave options default; both checked off] - Factory data reset - reset phone
c. Once reset it will most likely reboot, wipe, and then back to a OS. Now, you will Power Off entirely (make sure it is not plugged in so it will not go to charging mode)
d. Here is where we will hold down the Volume Up button with the phone unplugged from your PC. Then you must plug the USB into your phone.
e. A black screen with white text should post onto your screen, here we will continue to step 6
note: If this screen does not appear please power off and retry step d.
6. Next, follow the posted settings. Make sure to click the "Clear phone Software update Registry" button Then click "OK"
7. A new screen will arrive, and should begin the firmware download process. At this time it will take a few minute to load and should reboot to a fresh OS.
8. With the new OS in place, you can either follow the setup tutorial now or skip through for a later setup.
note: you can now insert your SD card
9. In the tools folder of the folder you downloaded copy the "mrw" folder to the Main Storage folder of your phone
10. Now copy the Kingroot apk to your downloads folder located on the main storage.
11. Go to Settings - About Phone - Software Info
At this time click the build number box a few times until it says you are a developer
12. Hit back until you are at the Setting menu, click on Developer options and check off "Stay Awake" and "Enable OEM Unlock" as well as "USB Debugging"
13. You may now run Kingroot, if it does not install root the first time it should flawlessly install the next.
14. After root is obtained, please go to your home screen and click the "Google Search" widget. Press Update Google Services and let it run. After that has been updated search for terminal emulator and install.
note: If the Play Store is acting fishy and force closing while typing in the search bar do not fret it will be fixed after reboot in further instruction
as an allternative use the jackpal.androidterm-1.0.70-71-minAPI4.apk provided in the "tools" folder
15. Open terminal and in a new window type: Su
16. Allow root usage and at this time type: sh /storage/emulated/0/mrw/root.sh
17. It will run with a few failed messages do not worry it should open SuperSu momentarily
18. Once SuperSu opens up allow it to update binaries using the "NORMAL" option but DO NOT REBOOT YET
19. At this time either download TWRP Manager from the play store or alternatively use the com.jmz.soft.twrpmanager-7.5.1.3-82-minAPI11.apk provided in the tools folder
20. Install and open TWRP Manager. Once opened click on device name and scroll until you see "LG Leon LTE (c50)"
a. Click on Recovery Version to Install and select "twrp-2.8.7.0-c50.img"
b. next click "Install Recovery" and if prompted for verification of install path and for install version select "YES" & "NORMAL"
21. After the TWRP setup is complete it may prompt you to reboot, if not click the arrow in the top left of the TWRP Manager screen and scroll down to "Reboot" and select "Reboot device"
22. After Reboot click TWRP Manager and verify a SuperSu prompt comes up if it hasn't already before the boot
At this point the device should be running smoothly. From here I prefer to do the following steps.
My Personal Setup after new install:
+Personally I like to install use a Root Uninstaller (I use 3C Toolbox Pro) and Uninstall and Backup all MetroPCS BloatWare including the Metro Browser.
+I also access the Hidden Menu by using the Dialer and Dial "2776348*#*"
- I scroll down to ApnUnlock and click to "Unlock APN"
- Then I navigate to Settings -Tethering & networks - Mobile Networks (I check off roaming data) - Access point names
--I then select the top APN and edit APN Type to: default,supl,mms,dun
---I click save from the top right selection, then turn on and off airplane mode
+If you are and Xposed user download "xposed-v79-sdk22-arm.zip","xposed-uninstaller-20150831-arm.zip", and "XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk" from: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811
-install the Xposed Installer, then Go to TWRP Manager, use reboot to recovery and from there click install and navigate to the "xposed-v79-sdk22-arm.zip" and install and reboot, it will reboot with a installing screen before your home screen, takes 5 minutes.
+I also use this AMAZING app "Wifi Tether Router", it is the only tethering app I use that works consistently (if you have an unlimited data plan). I get 30mbps up and down, playing many multiplayer games off my PC and PS4 averaging ping as low as 30 ! Setting I use for our device are in a post I created here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/leon/help/unlimited-metropcs-t-mobile-tether-t3290180
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Special Thanks to:
MrW0lf from www.W0lfdroid.com for the Kingroot to SuperSU scrip
Numerous users on the XDA forums I pieced all of this information with
Fabio Grasso for making the amazing Wifi Tether Router
Team Win for being creating an awesome utility that has saved me from numerous bricks creating a stable method
Xposed and the creators of awesome additions such as Lolistat, Lucky Patcher, Max Lock, and SNAPPREFS
Any feedback? Did I do Okay? Questions? Let me know!

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Rooting guide for latest Xperia Z1 stock ROM and usefull mods + Camera mods guide!

This guide is intended to make it easy for those wanting to root and/or uppgrade camera software and have usefull information that is simple to understand and follow instead of the scattered information throughout the forum threads. A compilation of 2 of my guides all in one place!
My mobilehpone information: Xperia Z1 (C6903), Stock Sony 14.6.A.1.236 NC (Nordic Combined).
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1) Install Terminal Emulator to be prepared. This one below in the link is one of the best and free.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm&hl=en
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*Disable anti-virus as you are dealing with a hacker tool that uses exploits to give you root access without unlocking bootloader*
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2) Now follow this root guide and download both files linked in the guide. SuperSu replacement folder "mrw" is unpacked into your mobilephones internal memory.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z1/general/root-xperia-z1-lollipop-5-1-1-build-14-t3246373
* Once you installed Kingroot v4.5.2 start it and just press follow the simple instructions. Rooting took less than a minute for me, data traffic was minimal (I run Adguard to monitor and filter).
3) Now directly turn off mobile data and Wi-Fi. Next run Terminal Emulator and follow the guides instructions to replace root manager with SuperSu.
4) When done go to your mobile phones "Settings" -> "Apps" and if you want uninstall "Purify" tweak manager app from "King Team". NOTE: That unless you launch an intalled app for the first time on your mobile then it will never be able to launch by itself. This is an Android feature.
5) Reboot your phone and enable Wi-Fi and mobile data. Download root Checker to verify that you are rooted.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joeykrim.rootcheck&hl=en
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* To install NUTs compatible dual recovery follow this guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647487
* His manual.
http://nut.xperia-files.com/html/xzdualrecovery-manual.html
* Link to NUTs download page. Download "Z1-lockeddualrecoveryX.X.XX-RELEASE.combined.zip".
http://nut.xperia-files.com/path/XZDualRecovery
* Now put your phone in "USB Debugging Mode" mode via your phones "Settings" -> "Developer Settings". If you dont have developer settings category the follow this guide below to enable it, it's simple and easy. http://www.greenbot.com/article/245...-options-on-your-android-phone-or-tablet.html
* Now connect to your computer and run the downloaded and extracted recovery installation program from NUT (install.bat). NOTE: Dont run it as an administrator as it wont be able to install the recovery. Just run it normally.
* It will restart the phone when done and take you to the TWR recovery interface. Just reboot to "System" and you are done. You will also have a new app called "NDR Utils" where you directly can boot into recovery and much more.
Done!
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TA backup (DRM keys) then follow this guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
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If you plan on installing Exposed then first download both files linked in this guide to be able to disable Exposed via the recovery if your phone bootloops after flashing Xposed. Put both files on your phones memory and just incase on the external SD Card if you have one installed.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/xposed-framework-disabler-incase-t3100669
Xposed flash file and management app in this guide. Follow instructions.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811
Thats it!

Camera mods
1) Prepare by putting all relevant zip files in your mobile phones memory. Then close down all apps and then clear data for "Camera extension", "Camera Common", "Camera" and "Cameras" apps.
2) Next boot into your bootloader (I use CWM) to flash the zips. First you flash the "4k/Timeshift" zip then "Camera 2.0 with support for 20MP Superior Auto" (see new Camera 2.0 link below) and lastly "Z5 Camera Lib" mod designed for the Z1. Wipe dalvik and cache and then boot back into system. That's it!
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4k/Timeshift mod (first download link).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63794286&postcount=264
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Z5 camera libs mod (second download link "Full Z5 Premium Camera Files, libs and Res Port For Z3-Z2-Z1-ZU").
http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...-xperia-z5-premium-camera-libs-files-t3260819
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Camera 2.0 with Superior Auto 20MP support. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63864599&postcount=43
EDIT: There is a new Camera 2.0 mod which is better than the above mentioned as it is does the same but also allows for more! It adds scene selection at any resolution, 2 more focus mode settings, allows you to set upto ISO 3200 in full resolution and jpeg quality increased from 97% to 100%. Follow instructions in the thread. I just renamed the apk to correct name SemcCameraUI, put it in phones storage then cleared "Camera" and "Cameras" data via the settings -> Apps -> All menu and then booted into recovery to copy the camera app to "system/priv-app/SemcCameraUI" folder and set the camera app permission settings to 644. Then re-booted the phone. I did not need to disable signature verification. Also you need to have the Z5 Camera Libs installed for it to work.
Link to improved Camera 2.0: http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...z1-z4-z5-camera-1-0-unlocked-20-23mp-t3335412
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That's it. When launching Camera 2.0 change the resolutions randomly then back to what you want to have it at so that it flushes data and loads libraries. Enjoy! .
Continue to use original Camera 1.0 from Xperia Z1 as it gives much better image quality, exposure to shutterspeed balance and colors as opposed to Camera 2.0 which really aint made for Z1-Z3 range line.