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Reference to [ROM][AOSP][4.4.2][KOT49H] SuperNexus 4.0 - I9300 - Build 1 [25-12-13] forum thread by the genius user Faryaab, I admit that I never got such an amazing user experience "UX" ever before using this ROM on my SGS3 I9300.
Shortly, what I'm intended to view through this thread is sharing the smoothest experience I ever get flavored by most recent Android version Kitkat 4.4.2 which I'd shorten in the following points:
Untouched AOSP 4.4.2 Kitkat
Customizing display, statusbar, lockscreen, volume and other tweaks
Enabling App ops which was opted out in 4.4.2 update
Fixing can't connect to the camera error
Enabling Emoji in keyboard
ART is not working, ROM is self protected, solutions?
Untouched AOSP 4.4.2 Kitkat
I really like the untouched stock Kitkat experience which delivers the original Google's philosophy to the end-user. The SuperNexus 4.0 really delivered it perfectly. Fastest ROM I ever got over 16 months of using SGS3 and the big failure of stock 4.3 ROMs. With all built-in features on just 170 megabytes, the space of the ROM in comparison with 1 gigabytes armed TW enabled Samsung stock ROMs "which I actually miss many of their features", I could really become very satisfied that I really could get the best practice of the high-end phone utilization.
Customizing display, statusbar, lockscreen, volume and other tweaks
Comparing with Google Nexus 5 phone features or just the Kitkat features from official Android's website and in comparison with minimal features we miss from stock Samsung ROMs, I've customized the phone
Simply, I installed GravityBox [KK Edition] from the official thread here and its main framework Xposed from here. These amazing tools allowed me to (these are my own favorite tweaks, you can tweak it on your own choice):
Customize battery icon like in stock Samsung ROM: Battery percentage (like Samsung ROM)
Adding AM/PM beside the clock (like Samsung ROM)
Battery Arc in lockscreen ribbon (Sense of art)
Quick Settings extra icons and arrangement (mostly close to stock Samsung ROM)
Unplug turns on screen to be notified that the cable is unplugged if phone is silent (like Samsung ROM)
Fade screen off effect rather than CRT (like Samsung ROM)
Immersive desktop mode
More volume steps (Volume hack)
Safe headset media volume (like Samsung ROM)
Expandable volume panel (like Samsung ROM)
Fully expandable volume panel (like Samsung ROM)
Turn to mute (like Samsung ROM)
Enabling App ops which was opted out in 4.4.2 update
App ops feature which was presented in 4.4.0 and 4.4.1 Kitkat enables users to control over app permissions across the phone. You can unhide this feature by downloading and installing AppOpsXposed from Xposed framework.
Fixing can't connect to the camera error
Most users complains from "can't connect to the camera" error, simply refer to this thread here and download the 4.4.2 camera then flash it. You'll get surprised that the camera version in this thread includes Sphere mode which was absent in the existing ROM. All modes are working smoothly. Thanks to DAddYE
Enabling Emoji in keyboard
The preinstalled AOSP keyboard does not support the Emoji icon pack. To resolve this, just install the Google Keyboard from Play Store here Enjoy :laugh:
ART is not working, ROM is self protected, solutions?
I tried to enable ART instead of Dalvik, the phone asked me to reboot to apply changes, phone restarted normally but when I accessed developer tools >> Select runtime, I found that Dalvik is still the active option for runtime management. I've read several threads that users complains from boot loop if they enabled ART, but I admit that the SuperNexus 4.0 ROM is self-protected from this issue which I hope to see the next build to enable ART. I just wonder using ART runtime needs script or kernel or odexed ROM, I never got the perfect answer.
UPDATE
Reference to post 7 reply from Shamus69, I found out that the reason of reverting back to the Dalvik VM from ART is the Xposed framework. Since the phone is actually at its peak performance in this very lightweight ROM, and my phone is actually armed with ZeroLemon 7000mAh battery which lasts about 2.5 times a standard battery, I don't need the ART VM for now since I think it won't make such big difference for the set.
UPDATE #2 (22 Jan 2014)
Reference to post from member UltraR4nd0m13, I tried the YouTube app as mentioned and I found out what exactly he illustrated, there is an issue after pausing any video.
Another issues I discovered:
H/W and H/W+ video decoders are not functioning properly (videos are displayed in scattered frames) which means an issue with the video driver (Tested with MX Player)
Stereo effects in some games (Tested with Candy Crush Saga) are not clear which means an issue with the audio driver
I hope you share your experience using the SuperNexus ROM on your Samsung Galaxy S3 in this thread and share the word.
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Nice review dude
One question what about the Battery life and Bluetooth Headset performance ?
When I tried CM10 on my phone previously, I found that the phone was eating much more battery than usual. Also Bluetooth range was significantly shorter than what I have on touchwiz ROM with my bluetooth handsfree.
Due to both of above problems, I reverted back to samsung roms. Did you notice of those issues ?
Mafioso said:
Nice review dude
One question what about the Battery life and Bluetooth Headset performance ?
When I tried CM10 on my phone previously, I found that the phone was eating much more battery than usual. Also Bluetooth range was significantly shorter than what I have on touchwiz ROM with my bluetooth handsfree.
Due to both of above problems, I reverted back to samsung roms. Did you notice of those issues ?
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Thanks for passing by! :good: Actually I didn't yet try my wireless bluetooth set and currently I use ZeroLemon 7000mAh battery that lasts for over 30 hours up without need to charge which I became no more worried about battery, however, I will check out and share my experience. :laugh:
ahmedmelm said:
Thanks for passing by! :good: Actually I didn't yet try my wireless bluetooth set and currently I use ZeroLemon 7000mAh battery that lasts for over 30 hours up without need to charge which I became no more worried about battery, however, I will check out and share my experience. :laugh:
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Hey.. thanks for a such an elaborate review.. Are you using Xposed ? that could be a reason why runtime is switching back to dalvik..
ART solution?
ahmedmelm said:
Reference to [ROM][AOSP][4.4.2][KOT49H] SuperNexus 4.0 - I9300 - Build 1 [25-12-13] forum thread by the genius user Faryaab,
ART is not working, ROM is self protected, solutions?
I tried to enable ART instead of Dalvik, the phone asked me to reboot to apply changes, phone restarted normally but when I accessed developer tools >> Select runtime, I found that Dalvik is still the active option for runtime management. I've read several threads that users complains from boot loop if they enabled ART, but I admit that the SuperNexus 4.0 ROM is self-protected from this issue which I hope to see the next build to enable ART. I just wonder using ART runtime needs script or kernel or odexed ROM, I never got the perfect answer.
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I think the reason you cannot use ART is because you are running the Xposed framework. Disable it and reboot. Now try selecting ART again and reboot. It should work...be prepared for an extremely long first boot!
The ART runtime framework - Extended Discussion
So you suggest me to disable Xpose framework which might disable all related services like GravityBox [KK] that will disable all tweaks I performed. And you mention the very long boot (I remember when I read some user waited for 1.5 hours and they laughed at him) :laugh:
Will the ART really make a difference? Does all apps support it? Any software released yet to verify which apps are using Dalvik and which are using ART?
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So you suggest me to disable Xpose framework which might disable all related services like GravityBox [KK] that will disable all tweaks I performed. And you mention the very long boot (I remember when I read some user waited for 1.5 hours and they laughed at him) :laugh:
Will the ART really make a difference? Does all apps support it? Any software released yet to verify which apps are using Dalvik and which are using ART?
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Xposed framework is just NOT compatible with ART. It will not work, forcing the runtime to switch back to Dalvik. It may take sometime before Xposed will become compatible with ART.
I am just suggesting you could try it, at least just to prove the point. You don't need to uninstall xposed and gravitybox. Just disable xposed using the CWM zip that came with it. It should be in the root folder of your sd card, or you can download it here, at the bottom of the first post...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574401
You will loose your gravitybox tweaks, but you might find it is worth it!
Not tried it myself, but the initial boot time depends on how many apps you have installed. I'm thinking 5-10mins, 1.5h sounds a little excessive!
It's really a bit subjective whether ART is faster/battery friendly...you need to try it for yourself. 99% of apps work with ART, although some are a little buggy and slow. It really depends on each individual's setup.
I have not seen an ART app compatability database, but you cann google!
Shamus69 said:
Xposed framework is just NOT compatible with ART. It will not work, forcing the runtime to switch back to Dalvik. It may take sometime before Xposed will become compatible with ART.
I am just suggesting you could try it, at least just to prove the point. You don't need to uninstall xposed and gravitybox. Just disable xposed using the CWM zip that came with it. It should be in the root folder of your sd card, or you can download it here, at the bottom of the first post...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574401
You will loose your gravitybox tweaks, but you might find it is worth it!
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Thank you! I'll give it a try
I tried this ROM and loved it, except it seems that no one but myself has found an annoying bug in the YouTube app, when you pause a video and resume it, after that it just keeps pausing its self every time after buffering. Doesn't happen on any other ROM.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
Thanks for the review !
I'm wondering, does the camera have an option to set front-faceing camera resolution to 1392x1392 ? (that would give you a square, wide-angle view) ?
I'd like to try it, this is exactly what I need - pure Android wo adds... But it seems "not well supported" comparing to official CM and Temasek
UPDATE #2 (22 Jan 2014)
Reference to post from member UltraR4nd0m13, I tried the YouTube app as mentioned and I found out what exactly he illustrated, there is an issue after pausing any video.
Another issues I discovered:
H/W and H/W+ video decoders are not functioning properly (videos are displayed in scattered frames) which means an issue with the video driver (Tested with MX Player)
Stereo effects in some games (Tested with Candy Crush Saga) are not clear which means an issue with the audio driver
I've mentioned these issues in the main thread. Any solution found for these issues would be added to the thread
Many thanks!
My Galaxy S3 has been a ROM whore since I got my Nexus 5.
I love the idea of a pure Google Android, and I was running Omni before I tried the SuperNexus ROM. I love the AOSP flavour + lack of customization: I felt a little overwhelmed by the sheer amount of tweaks in Omni, which were not always relevant.
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This ROM is perfect for me apart for 2 points: screen color and hardware keys. Samsung takes the blame for both
I made a flashable zip to correct these two hardware flaws. Note: I worked on a zip which I downloaded here on XDA, but I cannot find the post anymore to give proper credit to the author.
The mod changes MDNIE mode and scenario to UI/natural, disables buttons backlight and capacitive buttons input. Home button is remapped to a power button, and navigation bar is enabled.
I really like what my I9300 has become. It is my multimedia remote control and also my backup phone
Music Playback Problem
Hello.
I want to post this on Original Supernexus thread, but that thread is locked... I am experiencing music playback problem. Whenever I pause any music file and then try to resume it, I am unable to do it and player jumps to next track.. This is happening with almost all music players except poweramp and neutron music player........Any suggestions???
Very nice Homescreen
ptiloubar said:
My Galaxy S3 has been a ROM whore since I got my Nexus 5.
I love the idea of a pure Google Android, and I was running Omni before I tried the SuperNexus ROM. I love the AOSP flavour + lack of customization: I felt a little overwhelmed by the sheer amount of tweaks in Omni, which were not always relevant.
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This ROM is perfect for me apart for 2 points: screen color and hardware keys. Samsung takes the blame for both
I made a flashable zip to correct these two hardware flaws. Note: I worked on a zip which I downloaded here on XDA, but I cannot find the post anymore to give proper credit to the author.
The mod changes MDNIE mode and scenario to UI/natural, disables buttons backlight and capacitive buttons input. Home button is remapped to a power button, and navigation bar is enabled.
I really like what my I9300 has become. It is my multimedia remote control and also my backup phone
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Please, can you tell me about Homesreen Wallpaper and Widgets ?
It is very nice.
vaute said:
Please, can you tell me about Homesreen Wallpaper and Widgets ?
It is very nice.
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Thank you! Here:
Wallpaper: Mountain Now Wallpaper https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.intcast.livecinemagraph.gnrockymountains&hl=en
Widget: Dashclock Widget https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.nurik.roman.dashclock&hl=en
SuperNexus is a beautiful ROM for our I9300s, however in my case I experienced an issue that forced me to go back to SuperNexus 3 for now. Haven't seen it posted, so I might throw it out here in case someone has experienced it:
Whenever I'm playing media (I use Google Play Music and TuneIn a lot, but also happens with local files) and hearing it through anything connected to the earphones output of the phone, as soon as the screen turns off, I open an app, or simply pull down the notification bar, the music goes mute, but it continues to play in the background, to the point that when I go back to the launcher home music can be heard again.
It is a very strange issue, and it does not happen at all if I listen to music from the phone's own speaker, I reflashed Google apps a couple of times, wiped (factory reset) the phone and even reflashed SuperNexus 4 after formatting /system, yet the problem still persists.
Back to SuperNexus 3 atm, no problems at all with it. Hope this one gets fixed if it is a bug at all, KitKat is full of goodness, I really like the Google Now launcher, so I just grabbed it and punched it into the 4.3 ROM so I can still use it
Edit: In case anyone out there suffer the same issue, it turned out to be google search "Hotword recognition" feature, the one that lets you start searching by saying Ok Google to your phone, turning it off solved my problem and I'm using SuperNexus 4 again, it seems this issue comes from the latest version of the Google Search app (which also happens to be google now and integrate on the new 4.4 launcher).
As I don't use the "Ok Google" thing at all, I just disabled the hotword feature on the Voice options and got rid of the problem.
This was my god rom. Everything I ever wanted was in it. But I keep having some video playback issues. Whenever I move the seeker, the video starts freezing and I have to replay it all over without being able to get to where I left off. I tried reflashing but the new issue that popped up was that I couldn't play videos from browsers (AKA watch anime).
My friend has the SAME phone with the SAME rom and he has NONE of those issues. I'm asking him for a nandroid backup so I can restore it on mine and do a factory reset.
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dilpal said:
Hello.
I want to post this on Original Supernexus thread, but that thread is locked... I am experiencing music playback problem. Whenever I pause any music file and then try to resume it, I am unable to do it and player jumps to next track.. This is happening with almost all music players except poweramp and neutron music player........Any suggestions???
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I've had that before. It happened a couple of times but I didn't really consider it a heavy issue.
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ahmedmelm said:
UPDATE #2 (22 Jan 2014)
Reference to post from member UltraR4nd0m13, I tried the YouTube app as mentioned and I found out what exactly he illustrated, there is an issue after pausing any video.
Another issues I discovered:
H/W and H/W+ video decoders are not functioning properly (videos are displayed in scattered frames) which means an issue with the video driver (Tested with MX Player)
Stereo effects in some games (Tested with Candy Crush Saga) are not clear which means an issue with the audio driver
I've mentioned these issues in the main thread. Any solution found for these issues would be added to the thread
Many thanks!
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Good. I thought I was the only one with the video issue.
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regaber said:
Thanks for the review !
I'm wondering, does the camera have an option to set front-faceing camera resolution to 1392x1392 ? (that would give you a square, wide-angle view) ?
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Yeah, you can. But I think it was only using banksgapps. I had two cameras installed. I forgot which one lets you do it. One did and the other didn't.
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UltraR4nd0m13 said:
I tried this ROM and loved it, except it seems that no one but myself has found an annoying bug in the YouTube app, when you pause a video and resume it, after that it just keeps pausing its self every time after buffering. Doesn't happen on any other ROM.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
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I'm so happy and glad I'm not the only one. I thought my phone was broken or something. Lol.
After all this, I went back to android 4.1 ultima rom. Android 4.3 has that annoying browsing bug where the web browser keeps loading even after the web page is finished and makes it stutter like crazy. I've never really used 4.2.2 so I can't say anything about it. I'd love to go back to Super Nexus though.
I found issues when I stop video in the gallery or in the youtube app
androzzi said:
I found issues when I stop video in the gallery or in the youtube app
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All of that is fixed. Download UltimaromAOSP. It's based on super nexus but with all the fixes.
It's amazing, trust me.
I have downloaded the XDA omni rom for A500:
Freshly built Android 4.4.2 ROM based on Omnirom KitKat !
"The Team 'IconiaHD' is proud to present a new ROM for your Acer A500 or A501 tablet.
This small team is composed of:
- HenrikE: A200 owner, responsible for an unofficial CM-10.2 build for the A200
- Doume: A200 owner, experienced linux developer
- macia10: A501 owner, tester"
The omni rom installs easily using TWRP ver 2.7 by Thor. Once I followed the OP recommendations all stages in the installation were clear. The rom runs well after the second and third boot. I even used ART. Here is my take so far: rom is fast and smooth. Browsers load pages fast, even high image content sites (CNN). Videos on youtube work flawlessly, wifi signal is very strong. I was able to load all my apps and have them run well. A very nice and responsive rom on the acer a500. Google play store works right off the bat. A few minor issues though: google music play app has a bit of chopping of the music playback. Netflix did not work for me as the app would force closed on me. I tried the netflixfix as recommended by the OP but it did not work either ( I am waiting for the next fix as suggested by the OP). Other than those two minor issues I can't wait to try the updated versions of this omni rom as it adds a new life to this acer a500. I am very happy to see that there are developers who continue to get value for us by implementing optimized roms on the a500. Thank you for your great work.:good::good::good::good:
D.
Anyone running this on the N7100?
deryckmeister said:
I have downloaded the XDA omni rom for A500:
Freshly built Android 4.4.2 ROM based on Omnirom KitKat !
"The Team 'IconiaHD' is proud to present a new ROM for your Acer A500 or A501 tablet.
This small team is composed of:
- HenrikE: A200 owner, responsible for an unofficial CM-10.2 build for the A200
- Doume: A200 owner, experienced linux developer
- macia10: A501 owner, tester"
The omni rom installs easily using TWRP ver 2.7 by Thor. Once I followed the OP recommendations all stages in the installation were clear. The rom runs well after the second and third boot. I even used ART. Here is my take so far: rom is fast and smooth. Browsers load pages fast, even high image content sites (CNN). Videos on youtube work flawlessly, wifi signal is very strong. I was able to load all my apps and have them run well. A very nice and responsive rom on the acer a500. Google play store works right off the bat. A few minor issues though: google music play app has a bit of chopping of the music playback. Netflix did not work for me as the app would force closed on me. I tried the netflixfix as recommended by the OP but it did not work either ( I am waiting for the next fix as suggested by the OP). Other than those two minor issues I can't wait to try the updated versions of this omni rom as it adds a new life to this acer a500. I am very happy to see that there are developers who continue to get value for us by implementing optimized roms on the a500. Thank you for your great work.:good::good::good::good:
D.
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I'm filing a report with the moderators to put this into device-specific forums, as you're issuing a report against an unofficial build that, to my knowledge, no one involved with the bringup has attempted to get merged officially. (I'll check with the merge guys tonight on that...)
Entropy512 said:
I'm filing a report with the moderators to put this into device-specific forums, as you're issuing a report against an unofficial build that, to my knowledge, no one involved with the bringup has attempted to get merged officially. (I'll check with the merge guys tonight on that...)
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Thanks for directing me to the right forum.
Sent from my A500 using XDA Free mobile app
Further Update on XDA OMNI for Acer a500 (unofficial)
I have been running this rom for the past few weeks. Here is what I have noticed. I hope that this will help further the development of the rom. I am attaching the logcat information.
a). Recent update from Google Play Music fixed the audio glitches I was having before.
b). Chrome Browser runs well has problems playing videos, causes browser FC (flash issue?). Lightening Browser works well.
c). Occasional window change results in zoomed icons in the apps section.
d). Netflix still FCs.
e). Network Location works on my Acer A500.
f). Youtube works without any issues.
D.
deryckmeister said:
I have been running this rom for the past few weeks. Here is what I have noticed. I hope that this will help further the development of the rom. I am attaching the logcat information.
a). Recent update from Google Play Music fixed the audio glitches I was having before.
b). Chrome Browser runs well has problems playing videos, causes browser FC (flash issue?). Lightening Browser works well.
c). Occasional window change results in zoomed icons in the apps section.
d). Netflix still FCs.
e). Network Location works on my Acer A500.
f). Youtube works without any issues.
D.
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Thanks for the report! Interesting that network location works for you. It seems to work sometimes and sometimes not, would be nice to figure out why..
The latest versions of netflix don't work, even with the fix applied. Try version 3.1.2 instead: http://gsmandroidapps.com/download-netflix-3-1-2-build-1142-apk/
I haven't seen the problem with zoomed icons, does it happen often?
HenrikE said:
Thanks for the report! Interesting that network location works for you. It seems to work sometimes and sometimes not, would be nice to figure out why..
The latest versions of netflix don't work, even with the fix applied. Try version 3.1.2 instead:
I haven't seen the problem with zoomed icons, does it happen often?
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You're welcome. The Netflix 3-1-2 build works after installing and subsequently rebooting! Thank you. The zoomed icons happens infrequently and occurs only when I go into the apps windows from the home screen. It seems to be more of a lag issue when switching windows. I installed Apex launcher and the lag has decreased significantly. In addition, the zoomed icons are no longer present.... so far. I have decided to use Dalvik runtime as the Art function is not compatible with some of my apps.
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omni rom for acer A501 by HenriKe
I have tried to flash this ROM several times andi keep having issues. I am on Acer 501.
Op still says to use the 4-27 build for 501 as the 4-29 build has issues.
Issues I have at multiple force reboots. (Kernel panics). Also if data is enabled then WiFi will not connect. I know I should have saved the last_kmsg but just sipped and restored previous ROM.
Still waiting for the fixed 501 version to be posted.
As stated here = http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52709444&postcount=109
Some tweaks that make this Rom smooth.
I would like to suggest the following tweaks that will make your experience with this rom smoother. Make sure you have a complete backup of your a500 current system. Use these at your own risk.
Before installing rom:
1. Wipe cache, wipe Dalvik cache, "real format" data (very important).
Installation:
2. Install rom, install mini-gapps, install super user
3. Boot up rom. Set up Wifi, Set up Google play services.
4. Reboot.
5. Make a complete back of your new omni rom.
Tweaking:
6. Use "interactive"; "sio", "set on boot"
7. Set cpu to max to 1200 Mhz and min to 456 Mhz
8. Reboot
9. Install Nova or ADW launcher. Have at least 3 screen windows . Set look and field to “faster than light” (Nova)
10. Install "prop builder" editor
11. Edit the prop file as follows (see attached image):
dalvik.vm.heapmaxfree
12m
dalvik.vm.heapstartsize
12m
12. Reboot.
13. Run a benchmark app and compare. I got an Antutu score of 9036 (see attached image) up from 7700. Overall system is more responsive.
14. If all goes well, make another backup with a different name.
Good Luck and enjoy.
deryckmeister said:
I would like to suggest the following tweaks that will make your experience with this rom smoother. Make sure you have a complete backup of your a500 current system. Use these at your own risk.
Before installing rom:
1. Wipe cache, wipe Dalvik cache, "real format" data (very important).
Installation:
2. Install rom, install mini-gapps, install super user
3. Boot up rom. Set up Wifi, Set up Google play services.
4. Reboot.
5. Make a complete back of your new omni rom.
Tweaking:
6. Use "interactive"; "sio", "set on boot"
7. Set cpu to max to 1200 Mhz and min to 456 Mhz
8. Reboot
9. Install Nova or ADW launcher. Have at least 3 screen windows . Set look and field to “faster than light” (Nova)
10. Install "prop builder" editor
11. Edit the prop file as follows:
dalvik.vm.heapsize
12m
dalvik.vm.heapsize
12m
12. Reboot.
13. Run a benchmark app and compare. I got an Antutu score of 9036 up from 7700. Overall system is more responsive.
14. If all goes well, make another backup with a different name.
Good Luck and enjoy.
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I think you have a typo. dalvik.vm.heapsize cannot be set to 12m or it won't boot. Maybe you mean from 384mb to 128mb ?
darkguy2008 said:
I think you have a typo. dalvik.vm.heapsize cannot be set to 12m or it won't boot. Maybe you mean from 384mb to 128mb ?
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Thanks for the feedback. I made the corrections and edited my previous post to reflect what the attached image of the buildprop file shows.
dalvik.vm.heapmaxfree
12m
dalvik.vm.heapstartsize
12m
Regards,
D.
Problem waking up
Hi,
I installed this ROM, and everything seems to be working well, expect waking the device from sleep.
It sometimes happens, after the tablet is not used for a while and is sleeping, that the power led is on (white), but the screen is black. If you try to wake the device by pushing the power button, nothing seems to happen. The only option is to power it down by holding the power button, and powering up again. Very annoying!
The device is not docked and not connected to mains power.
I disabled daydreaming, and it seems to happen less frequently, but not 100% sure.
I suspect it has something to do with the tab waking up by itself to do some syncing, and somehow getting stuck.
Any ideas?
How can I try to debug this?
Any help appreciated!
You have the infamous Sleep of Death (SOD). It is/was a common problem with certain a500 motherboards. I don't have the SOD issues.
You should contact the XDA iconia HD development team at:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2705989
I am still a junior member and I don't have privilege to post on their blog, yet.
You may try these (make a back up of you current omni rom first):
1. Ensure that the wifi is kept on during sleep. Go to Advanced settings in the wifi options. Click on check box to set scanning always available.
2. Edit the buildprop file to set the wifi_supplicant_scan_interval to 0 sec.
Cons... decrease in battery life. May not be a significant amount.
If the above settings don't work for you, check the links below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1704870
http://www.kylejorgensen.com/2012/08/acer-iconia-a500-sleep-of-death-and-how.html
All the best.
the_unlord said:
Hi,
I installed this ROM, and everything seems to be working well, expect waking the device from sleep.
It sometimes happens, after the tablet is not used for a while and is sleeping, that the power led is on (white), but the screen is black. If you try to wake the device by pushing the power button, nothing seems to happen. The only option is to power it down by holding the power button, and powering up again. Very annoying!
The device is not docked and not connected to mains power.
I disabled daydreaming, and it seems to happen less frequently, but not 100% sure.
I suspect it has something to do with the tab waking up by itself to do some syncing, and somehow getting stuck.
Any ideas?
How can I try to debug this?
Any help appreciated!
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Thanks for the advice.
I'm also still junior, so I can't post there either
I never had any SOD issues before, not with the stock ICS and the 3 other ROMs I tried before.
Putting scanning always available didn't solve it, but haven't tried the buildprop yet.
Problem is that is is very intermittent: sometimes the tab runs for about 3 days without hanging, then it happens within the hour...
the_unlord said:
Thanks for the advice.
I'm also still junior, so I can't post there either
I never had any SOD issues before, not with the stock ICS and the 3 other ROMs I tried before.
Putting scanning always available didn't solve it, but haven't tried the buildprop yet.
Problem is that is is very intermittent: sometimes the tab runs for about 3 days without hanging, then it happens within the hour...
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The Iconia Team HD just posted an update for their ROM. You may try that one and see how it goes. Another developer also posted another a500 omni ROM version 4.4.4. light. Try both and see which one works best for you.
D.
deryckmeister said:
The Iconia Team HD just posted an update for their ROM. You may try that one and see how it goes. Another developer also posted another a500 omni ROM version 4.4.4. light. Try both and see which one works best for you.
D.
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Updating to 4.4.4 seems to have helped: haven't had the SoD issue since!
the_unlord said:
Updating to 4.4.4 seems to have helped: haven't had the SoD issue since!
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Awesome. I noticed also that sometimes the screen does not come on with one single press of the power button (most of the times it does) when the Acer a500 is asleep. Sometimes, you just have to watch the power button and press until the white light comes on and the screen comes alive (there is no reboot, it just takes you back to the lock screen). I use to think that it was an sod but all is well.
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deryckmeister said:
Awesome. I noticed also that sometimes the screen does not come on with one single press of the power button (most of the times it does) when the Acer a500 is asleep. Sometimes, you just have to watch the power button and press until the white light comes on and the screen comes alive (there is no reboot, it just takes you back to the lock screen). I use to think that it was an sod but all is well.
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I'm seeing the same thing: the tab won't come alive and I think "****, an SoD again", so I press long to force a power off, and after a few seconds, the screen comes alive! Weird...
For the rest: awesome ROM, much better than the previous one I tried (don't remember exactly which one it was)!
deryckmeister said:
I would like to suggest the following tweaks that will make your experience with this rom smoother. Make sure you have a complete backup of your a500 current system. Use these at your own risk.
Before installing rom:
1. Wipe cache, wipe Dalvik cache, "real format" data (very important).
Installation:
2. Install rom, install mini-gapps, install super user
3. Boot up rom. Set up Wifi, Set up Google play services.
4. Reboot.
5. Make a complete back of your new omni rom.
Tweaking:
6. Use "interactive"; "sio", "set on boot"
7. Set cpu to max to 1200 Mhz and min to 456 Mhz
8. Reboot
9. Install Nova or ADW launcher. Have at least 3 screen windows . Set look and field to “faster than light” (Nova)
10. Install "prop builder" editor
11. Edit the prop file as follows (see attached image):
dalvik.vm.heapmaxfree
12m
dalvik.vm.heapstartsize
12m
12. Reboot.
13. Run a benchmark app and compare. I got an Antutu score of 9036 (see attached image) up from 7700. Overall system is more responsive.
14. If all goes well, make another backup with a different name.
Good Luck and enjoy.
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Just had my recovered A500 setup as you mentioned... Yes, it's running OK.
However, AnTuTu (v 5.7.1) just keep failing...after it ran up to around 75-76 %. What ver. of AnTutu are your running (since I notice your screen looks slightly different from mine)?
I found this ROM to be the most stable ROMS available for the A500.
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Resurrection Remix 5.8.2
Samsung Note 8.0 n5110
Beta 6 - RR-N-v5.8.2-20170307-n5110-Official.zip
You've been waiting for it and I must say have all been exceptionally patient.
I'm just about ready to pull the trigger on an n5110 ONLY build of 5.8.2.
I would like a few n5110 volunteers to help beta test for a week or so <NO ETA's>
Plan being to get the current dev build updated with the February security patches when they hit with a view to that being release # 1.
It would be advantageous if you've used RGIB's CM14.1 / LOS.
The current n5110 build is pretty good, about the same quality as Roberto's great CM14.1/LOS.
There are a few minor known issues that are shared with Roberto's rom. Oh and full OMS7 implemented to support Substratum. So themes yay! Plus Pixel launcher.
I'm a bit hesitant to suggest it as a 'daily driver' yet, but it's damn close. I definitely need the viewpoint of a few more eyes to call that one...
So PM me if you want included in the beta group. You would need to setup an AndroidFileHost account and follow buff99.
n5100 and n5120 users... I'm a bit more hesitant this time to make blind builds, so will take my time. If I can find a couple of users of each to work with me pre-testing any builds before release then I'll be a bit keener..
I definitely do not want to release builds with major broken functionality this time.
There will be no more 5.74 builds, it is officially dead.
Thanks and regards to @rgib !
5.8.2 changelog
Current features
Known issues so far / FAQs
During Gapps setup
- The storage option with three stacked drive icons has no explanation text. Inherited from LOS rom.
- Just after entering google account name when restoring apps from google, graphic for next screen button corrupts, also on next page. No other obvious problems. Inherited from LOS rom.
- At end of Gapps setup an error message about MTP host crash occurs. No other obvious problems. Inherited from LOS rom.
General use
- With a substratum theme applied (S.i.X), the root authorisation toast displays too small. This means tick box for always apply cannot be selected. You need to go to advanced Privacy Guard and force Allowed to always have root on your app. Needs tested on other themes. Could be theme issue or Substratum issue with our dpi. Works fine without a theme applied.
- Screen wipes can be a bit flickery sometimes. Inherited from LOS rom. Noticed first use of camera can be flickery but calms down..
- Sometimes you see a line of corruption on left of screen when scrolling if you look really hard.
- I have seen a couple of non-repeatable instances of black screen flashes. An obscure graphics issue or my tablet going bad, not sure (game Unkilled when screen flashes red due to collision, GPS status when calibrating compass).
- Camera pictures (as of beta 3) - camera app allows pictures to be taken with front; allows change to rear and take pictures. THEN swapping back to front will disconnect camera
- Camera video (as of beta 3) - just selecting video will cause camera app to disconnect.
- Open Camera does record video if needed, possibly other 3rd party apps.
- Occasional toast stating MTP has crashed, but file transfer vis MTP not affected. Inherited from LOS.
- USBOTG doesn't appear to work yet.
General FAQs and comments.
- Substratum needs to be installed from Playstore, in case you wonder why it's not there. It's an option.
- Adaway and Kernel Adiutor are no longer included in rom.
- Doze has been working well since Beta 2. It minimises battery usage when tablet is NOT being used.
- Lockscreen current display was fixed in beta 2.
- Netflix playback works from beta 3.
- Use GPS Status to properly test GPS and re-calibrate sensors if needed. Disable wifi and bluetooth scanning in rom settings for accurate results!
If you want to send me a full set of logs for a bug, I recommend using Syslog.
Screenshots
Some screenshots with the S.i.X substratum theme applied, backgrounds from Tapet.
reminder: no more than 10 images in line per thread..
more than 10 images per thread is a disaster...
Nice ROM no problems so far everything works great
@Buff99 So far for day 1 of testing everything went smooth as far as flashing goes, I used pico gapps which flashed with no issues. As far as the usual apps I normally use so far are running good but I did notice I lag to the system itself I didn't change as far as any mods I'm using it as is, on a couple of games I notice some frame drops that I didn't have on 6.0.1 it's only day 1 so I wanna let it settle in before I give you a final report. As a whole, though this Rom is awesome other than those couple of issues the battery so far isn't bad at all as well. Great job @Buff99 thanks again for letting test this awesome Rom.
Also is there an option for folders on the pixel launcher? Or should I use Nova? I have Nova Prime. I also don't see an option to add extra desktop pages as well. I wanted to test as is, but I really like my Nova setup. Thanks again for advice or help you give us.
bigphil75 said:
@Buff99 So far for day 1 of testing everything went smooth as far as flashing goes, I used pico gapps which flashed with no issues. As far as the usual apps I normally use so far are running good but I did notice I lag to the system itself I didn't change as far as any mods I'm using it as is, on a couple of games I notice some frame drops that I didn't have on 6.0.1 it's only day 1 so I wanna let it settle in before I give you a final report. As a whole, though this Rom is awesome other than those couple of issues the battery so far isn't bad at all as well. Great job @Buff99 thanks again for letting test this awesome Rom.
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that's some great feedback Phil, thanks.
I wish I could find the link where I read it but Nougat, even more so than before, optimises more as it goes on-the-fly and apps will get quicker the more you use them.
Doze looks like it is working now on next version, so much better battery life when in standby, though I may have slightly broken the compass...
bigphil75 said:
Also is there an option for folders on the pixel launcher? Or should I use Nova? I have Nova Prime. I also don't see an option to add extra desktop pages as well. I wanted to test as is, but I really like my Nova setup. Thanks again for advice or help you give us.
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Pixel launcher doesn't have folders or more pages I'm afraid.
I always used to use nova, or more recently new adw2, but I am not missing them and am quite enjoying the basic-ness of pixel and the sliding up and down to open the drawer..
Oh and should have said replacing launcher and using nova is all good and part of normal usage patterns
cheers
Buff99 said:
Pixel launcher doesn't have folders or more pages I'm afraid.
I always used to use nova, or more recently new adw2, but I am not missing them and am quite enjoying the basic-ness of pixel and the sliding up and down to open the drawer..
Oh and should have said replacing launcher and using nova is all good and part of normal usage patterns
cheers
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Great, I set up Nova & so far I'm loving my tablet all over again lol! I like the cleanliness of Pixel too! Don't get me wrong, but there's something about Nova that I just have to use it lol! So far from what you've said about ver 2 can't wait that build is complete lol! I'm just grateful I have the opportunity to help out. Good night my friend.
Beta 2 is now in download folder RR-N-v5.8.1-20170208-n5110-Official.zip
- lockscreen charging current fixed (shows actual mAmps now)
- Doze seems to now get deep sleep whereas it didn't before
- Tried to fix compass, seems to be in general correct direction but too sensitive (not sure how this compares with LOS rom)
@Buff99 Just wanted to let you know I'll have a report for you in the morning really busy at work. Didn't want you to think I forgot lol! Thanks, bud. So far though really nice especially Doze!
Not that I really believe it....
Buff99 said:
Beta 2 is now in download folder RR-N-v5.8.1-20170208-n5110-Official.zip
- lockscreen charging current fixed (shows actual mAmps now)
- Doze seems to now get deep sleep whereas it didn't before
- Tried to fix compass, seems to be in general correct direction but too sensitive (not sure how this compares with LOS rom)
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Hi, I'd love to help with this beta too... I am however using LOS version and can report that the compass seems to work great there, I've tested using google maps, not sure if it's the best way...
would you mind if I join the beta? I've got n5110!
Thank you and keep up the good work!!:highfive::good:
So far so good, with exception of Netflix that is not working. Error 0013. Great job :good:
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Not that I really believe it....View attachment 4036018
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WOW!!!!
josean99 said:
So far so good, with exception of Netflix that is not working. Error 0013. Great job :good:
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Fixed for beta 3. Which may escape the test facility later tonight.... LOS security patches have not been released yet.
Anyone tried built in camera? Video seemed to crash for me.
Really interested to hear whether video chat and 3rd party camera apps work OK?
Buff99 said:
Fixed for beta 3. Which may escape the test facility later tonight.... LOS security patches have not been released yet.
Anyone tried built in camera? Video seemed to crash for me.
Really interested to hear whether video chat and 3rd party camera apps work OK?
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My camera works and every camera app Ive used works .. Chainfire su works .. Facebook works .. Substatum themes work .. MX player works ..
ES File Explorer works .. SD maid works .. Adaway works .. Boeffla kernel and app works .. Nova launcher prime works.. TED, Showbox, Vines , Crackle and Youtube works ..
Video has a audio lag a lot still .. Chrome stalls sometimes mostly on this page .. lol .. very nice rom
Encryption Unsuccessful.
Hey, @Buff99 I was just about to give you a full report when I went to use my tablet this morning, I had a full-screen warning about encryption unsuccessful & that if I wanted to use my tablet I had to perform a factory reset. So I just went into recovery to do a full wipe 3x & flash everything again. So in the middle of me trying to select the beta v2 my sd card was corrupt as well. SO I had to format the card put everything on it & tried to flash. After all that it still gave me the same warning again! So I had to Odin the original firmware did the whole root process with Odin, then I was able to go back to recovery & flash beta v2 & success lol! The things we go through to be up to date lol! So let me finish my tablet & as soon as I finish setting up my tablet I'll give you a full report bud ok?
jollyjesus said:
My camera works and every camera app Ive used works .. Chainfire su works .. Facebook works .. Substatum themes work .. MX player works ..
ES File Explorer works .. SD maid works .. Adaway works .. Boeffla kernel and app works .. Nova launcher prime works.. TED, Showbox, Vines , Crackle and Youtube works ..
Video has a audio lag a lot still .. Chrome stalls sometimes mostly on this page .. lol .. very nice rom
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Codecs had a re-working to fix netflix, so should be returned to same state RGIB left them in cm13 / RR-M roms.
bigphil75 said:
Hey, @Buff99 I was just about to give you a full report when I went to use my tablet this morning, I had a full-screen warning about encryption unsuccessful & that if I wanted to use my tablet I had to perform a factory reset. So I just went into recovery to do a full wipe 3x & flash everything again. So in the middle of me trying to select the beta v2 my sd card was corrupt as well. SO I had to format the card put everything on it & tried to flash. After all that it still gave me the same warning again! So I had to Odin the original firmware did the whole root process with Odin, then I was able to go back to recovery & flash beta v2 & success lol! The things we go through to be up to date lol! So let me finish my tablet & as soon as I finish setting up my tablet I'll give you a full report bud ok?
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Woah that's just bad luck on top of bad luck. I've not heard of encryption kicking in like that and it's a bit concerning.
So TWRP said the SD card was corrupt? Try formatting on a pc to see if it concurs.. A corrupt SD card might explain the encryption failing, but not why it started in the first place. I've seen corrupt SD cards fly under the radar. With me I usually hear mp3 files start to sound weird with clicks of digi-noise.
Hi all. Your android solution may be here. I have installed most of the recent android builds available. The below build from konstakang has worked and for me has a good functionality and minimal crashes so far.
http://konstakang.com/devices/rpi3/CM14.1/
I have tried the more recent Oreo 15.1 build but this one has a better display performance. There is a bug with not being able to change the wallpaper but will check with konstakang how to get working.
I tried the build before looking into over clocking but a revisit greatly improved performance and less lag by editing config.txt. Accessed config.txt from a root search via Nautilus after flashing the downloaded image via etcher. Only added
force_turbo=1 #Voids Warranty!
boot_delay=1 #helps to avoid sdcard corruption when force_turbo is enabled.
I didn’t go any further with over clocking as this seems to make the difference. Not seen the CPU temp more than 70c yet. Check out the below link.
https://haydenjames.io/raspberry-pi-3-overclock/
Finally to get things up and running no need for the play store at all so I wouldn’t even bother. It only causes major crashes and Aptoide is sufficient. I have root access from the settings menu and have downloaded quick root reboot. Chrome and Showbox along with mx player. All working. CPUx gives stats such as core temp. Will be able to get terminal access also from app download. The media apps do seem to shutdown occasionally but i hope a wifi dongle upgrade add-on will sort this out.
http://en.aptoide.com
Hope this helps someone and let me know if have the same or different luck. Big up to the developers and website authors!
I tried the 8-10-17 build, and I could any apps I installed would crash immediately. I could not get the resolution to fit my TV screen either after changing resolutions in the boot config. Have you ran into any issues like this?
I had problems with older builds from the same source and others. Even paid for one from Exton but he's a rip off merchant. Try this one that I had in the op.
http://konstakang.com/devices/rpi3/CM14.1/
Read the FAQ about root access and download quick reboot from Aptoide.
As I said it works reasonably well. Try the over clocking and apps from Aptoide. Also reboot a couple times I've read makes a difference with things crashing. If you find an app continuously crashes then uninstall and try different one.
My TV displays fine. 49inch 4k. I guess if yours doesn't from first boot then could Google for the correct config.txt script. This newer build seems to detect the TV resolution but don't quote me on that.
I wouldn't go for the newer konstakang Oreo build as was laggy but of course give it a go if you like. Konstakang builds seem to be the best on the net so far and I've tried loads since the new year. See what the next one is like as well as he's pretty up on current development.
is this a stretch img?
Not sure what you mean by stretch?
I'm guessing this is also for the RPi 3B+?
This was done on the pi3b. I don't know if it's works on the newest model.
Stops bootlogo n shuts down
First boots situation
Flashed with etcher
Introduction
I have spent too many hours trying to find the perfect ROM to install on my Samsung Galaxy S6 phone. My goal was to find an ultra debloated ROM without any Samsung or Google stuff with the bare minimum. Turns out, it's impossible. I also wanted to use something new that went out of the normal boring stuff we are used to see. The ROM and Kernel selection is just enormous. I also needed to address a very specific issue which is to maintain the cell phone up to date with the latest ROM it can take to be stable and usable while being able to install the latest version of apps from Google Play. I have a SIM card but I never recieve any phone calls on it and it's an international card that I cannot use without high fees. It's basically used when my wife, from another country, needs to contact me via SMS. So phone calls using the default call app is just useless for me.
Apps that I excessively use
So here is the list of apps that I use, or shall I say, OVER-use:
Facebook Messenger (video calls)
Grandstream Wave - GS Wave (All my phone calls using SIP service)
Camera app (My wife is in another country for now so pictures and videos is our way of communicating)
Microsoft Launcher (the only free launcher having a good balance between customization and those notification dots)
Banking apps (2 major ones, 1 credit card app, PayPal and Xoom)
Games (2 to 4 mostly from AI Factory and 1 from Facebook app)
Facebook, Reddit and Discord
GMail
Total Commander + LAN plugin
Magisk (latest available version on GitHub)
AdAway (latest available version for ROM version installed, removes pretty much all the ads in my games and apps)
Google Play (Obviously)
Mozilla Firefox or Microsoft Edge browser (depended on my mood as long as I was NOT using the infamous Google Chrome or Samsung Browser)
Open Camera (Only on AOSP roms or Stock roms higher than v7.0)
Problems / Issues / Bugs / Missing configs
After all of my tests, here is the list of all problems I have encountered under which ROM versions:
No floating video call window when call is unfocused. When unfocused, other person sees black screen until I get back the video call in full screen focus - Facebook Messenger (Stock rom v7.0) this issue does not happen on roms higher than v7.x, floating video call is possible with v8.x and higher roms.
Dark mode unavailable or requires heavy tweaks to fake or achieve a similar effect in OS, example, dark mode in the system settings menus - System configuration menus (Stock rom v7.x)
Camera's picture taking is not syncing with flash, therefor, picture is taken WITHOUT the flash leading to dark pictures - Default camera app (Stock roms higher than v7.0 and all AOSP roms)
Lower than usual voice recording audio - Facebook Messenger (sending a voice recording), Default camera app (all AOSP roms)
Unable to see the internal storage of my device in Windows Explorer - LineageOS roms (some custom roms do work that are not pure LineageOS)
Bluetooth connecting but no audio is directed to the device - Facebook Messenger and all other system sounds and music (AOSP roms higher than v7.x)
Bluetooth causes Facebook Messenger to drop connection when in use with BT device. Once disconnected, call ceases to drop - Facebook Messenger (AOSP roms)
Apps and system a tiny bit less responsive - Facebook game Words with Friends, Home screen and configs (Stock rom v7.0)
Contacts not syncing - GS Wave (AOSP roms with Open GApps Pico and Nano)
Username and passwords not automatically filled from stored passwords in Google account - Facebook, Reddit (All roms)
GMail dark mode and dark mode option unavailable - GMail (Stock rom v7.x)
Some games do not install or simply unavailable from Google Play - Super Mario Run (Highly debloated Stock rom v7.0)
Initial setup crashes after configuring the first time wifi connection, Google's update checking fails (AOSP roms with Open GApps)
When resizing the DP from 360 to 480 in the developper options, keyboard does not stretch to the entire screen width - System (Stock rom v7.x)
Lack of keyboard customization such as enabeling the numbers row instead of integrating them in the letter keys with long touch - System (all AOSP roms)
Random reboots or total system freeze. Very minimal and rare, not enough to remember too much about it, but still happened - System (Stock rom v7.0 other than SamStock)
Tests
My phone: Canadian Flat SM-G920W8
As of today, I have tested Ultimate Nougate, Oreo, Unofficial Lineage OS 14.1-17.1, FlynOS, NexusOS, S8 ports Note 8 ports, ViperOS, Marduck, SamStock, DotOS plus many other derivatives of LineageOS 16 and 17.1. If a rom was not mentioning compatibility with W8 version, I'd try using a compatible Kernel which seems to make the roms work and boot properly but most of these tests were performed with roms that stated supporting the T or W8 variants.
First test was to actually go through the Install process which Ultimate Oreo and 1 or 2 others failed. The amount of failed installs is very neglectible. Next was to actually boot into the OS. I got a few boot loops due to Kernel incompatibilities, again, just 1 or 2 failed REALLY and a few others were my fault for installing a wrong Kernel. So nothing to mention here too. Next was to actually be able to use the Camera app without doing anything else. All AOSP roms failed this. I simply opened the app, enabled flash and took a picture in a dark place. Picture has never been taken properly. Camera flashes correctly but picture is taken AFTER the flash turns out. Open Camera with the Camera API 2 enabled solved this issue.
Is was now left with rooting my phone. Note that most Stock roms and some AOSP roms have their own pre-built root which I utterly hate. Magisk is available and easily installable and works super fine so I do not need an old outdated version of Super SU or Magisk pre-installed. If the rom had Magisk pre-installed, I'd simply flash the Magisk app over it before booting to be at the latest version. I also needed to install Open GApps on AOSP roms and configure it. This was much easier to do when having a first time NO OPEN GAPPS intial boot. Basically, boot the first time without Open GApps, then reboot and install Open GApps and reboot to system, this resolves the wifi issue.
After all of this, it's time to let Google Play update everything it has to before starting to use Google Play and installing our apps. Turns out that I hate pretty much all of the launchers out there. They all have weird lacks. Lack of options, lack of configuration or no support for notification dots or a payment is needed to unlock this feature, lack of icon and folder lables. I tried the major ones and I even installed the hacked version available as torrents and I was not impressed by any one of them. Microsoft Launcher is the best one I know that offers enough options to configure what I want AND enables notification dots freely. The only last thing they could make available is the possibility to configure folder background colors and transparency and icon styles. To my opinion, that's all that's missing. I DO NOT use gestures so no comment on this.
Verdict
I absolutely NEED my bluetooth to work and I need this camera app to work flawlessly. This means that I am left with one single option. That is:
Stable Stock (Touchwiz based) rom version 7.0 (Nougat)
I tested some nice ones but again, I run into some issues, therefor:
MY RECOMMENDATION: SamStock ROM
ALTERNATIVELY, My Re-Pack of the above ROM: SamStock ROM (Lightly Debloated)
The only Problem I fell upon is the download which required me to use a separate download manager to download this rom from Android File Host. I also am displeased that SamStock DOES include his own version of Magisk integrated inside the rom so after rom installation, I have to flash MY version of Magisk immediately before booting. This rom is also completely Stock which means NO debloating, Everything is there, from Samsung apps to Google apps. Knox is the only thing that got removed. So this is also a very big file to download, almost 2gb when some roms go far below the 1gb size. So it's probably the most space greedy rom out there, but it's also the one I have the least problems with.
Why not the other roms such as Marduk? Because they are not 100% stock, they are moded stock roms with the author's personal touches and possible kernels. The customized roms brought some awkward issues at moments and made the phone unstable with some rare but random reboots and total freeze requiring me to hard reboot the phone using "Volume Down + Home + Power". Some others just had a weird issue where some apps and games were not available to download on Google Play while as with a same v7.0 rom like SamStock, these were available for download.
As for AOSP roms, the camera and bluetooth issues are just too major to make the roms usable on a daily basis. Open Camera DOES resolve the camera image issue but does not resolve the low volume issue.
I hope this will help any of you out there to clarify your decision on what to install. I did my job in trying pretty much all I could download from XDA for my version of the phone. I recon that some exceptions may happen and that you may have not run into any of the issues I listed. Please feel free to comment.
Reference and downloads
If you want a good list and explanations and valuable links for downloads, please checkout the website I dedicated for the Canadian model but also valid for other variants: http://dr.mywebcommunity.org/g920w8/
Website last update: 2021-09-01
Website update notes
2021-09-01
• Added my own "SamStock ROM (Lightly Debloated)" in the list
• Added "Recommended" tags in the "Downloads and links" section
• Added my recommended android launcher "Microsoft Launcher" in the apps list
Mod-coversation removed following up a personal conversation. Thank you XDA mods for your concerns about your online community!
I updated the website to include more information and added a few more links in the Downloads section. I also added a small menu to to make the navigation in the Downloads and links section a bit easier.
I also added a small text file listing the apps that can safely be removed in zipped Stock ROMS. Here's the direct link, it's also available in the "Downloads and links" section: http://dr.mywebcommunity.org/g920w8/debloat/debloat_safe.txt