Database Users

[Poll] Best Rom for the Xoom

Receiving a used Xoom soon and was reading many many forums on Xoom roms and want to see what people are using. I would like ICS of course, not really concerned with overclocking. I run AOKP on my Galaxy Nexus and never have looked back. But not sure the best route for the Xoom.. I know ROMS are personal preference but still want to get an idea to see who's leading the pack and packing most of the latest features and addons.
Sorry if I missed any roms.
Thanks Guys
Androider4Life

highflyin128 said:
Receiving a used Xoom soon and was reading many many forums on Xoom roms and want to see what people are using. I would like ICS of course, not really concerned with overclocking. I run AOKP on my Galaxy Nexus and never have looked back. But not sure the best route for the Xoom.. I know ROMS are personal preference but still want to get an idea to see who's leading the pack and packing most of the latest features and addons.
Sorry if I missed any roms.
Thanks Guys
Androider4Life
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
To be honest, most people use EoS, I think.
However since a couple of weeks there has been a huge battery sucker in it
CM is also one of the most popular roms, but I prefer EOS or the Bugless Beast ROM.
However the latter has come to a standstill due to some personal issues of the developer, still: it runs amazingly smooth without need to over clock!
All the other roms are okay, I guess, but I can't help you with those
Just my two cents ;-)

AOKP for me I have it on my Galaxy nexus

2003vstrom said:
AOKP for me I have it on my Galaxy nexus
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thats what I run on my GNex too but didnt see many posts on the Xoom so wasnt sure if it was up to par as the GNex version.

AOKP has been my daily on the Xoom for a month or two now, runs like a dream.

I have been running AOKP on my XOOM for some time now. I really like all the extra features. However, I think that what the Xoom really lacks in development is a Kernel. I have been spoiled with Faux123 on my Galaxy Nexus. But the kernels I have been using on the XOOM have been outdated. Anyone have a kernel recommendation?

Bl4ckpheniX said:
I have been running AOKP on my XOOM for some time now. I really like all the extra features. However, I think that what the Xoom really lacks in development is a Kernel. I have been spoiled with Faux123 on my Galaxy Nexus. But the kernels I have been using on the XOOM have been outdated. Anyone have a kernel recommendation?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
AOKP ships with stock kernel right? EOS and Rogue are usually on top of keeping their kernels up to date. EOS kernel is tiamat and there's a thread somewhere around here for it and Rogue.
Edit: Better yet get this app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.s0up.goomanager
Its GooMamager. Browse files and under kernels there's are a ton that claim "Compatibility". I think the ICS kernel is very unified. Goomanager will also notify you when your ROM is updated,and as long as you have an open script recovery, Goo will download the Update and make a backup in Recovery (with rename prior to backup) wipe/wipe cache and install new update then reboot almost like an ota. So easy now. Also notifies when gapps updates. I guess its the new ROM Manager.
Anyways at the bottom of the kernel list is Rogue with what looks like an up to date kernel.

EOS team rom for sure without doubt. Which xoom model?
Sent from my MZ601 using Tapatalk 2

wesamothman said:
EOS team rom for sure without doubt. Which xoom model?
Sent from my MZ601 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
XOOM FAMILY EDITION. dont have it yet to get the model number.

Thanks for taking on this project, let me know if you need beta testers.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus

highflyin128 said:
XOOM FAMILY EDITION. dont have it yet to get the model number.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't believe that any of ROMs here would work with Xoom Family Edition.

maajstor said:
Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't believe that any of ROMs here would work with Xoom Family Edition.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Please dont say that... I hope I didnt waste my money on something
After some research i guess I'm screwed... @$?#$%?$

This is NOT development!
Do not post threads like this here
Thread moved
FNM

Yes. As far as I know, mz505 can be rooted. But these roms were not tested with it.
You can still root it. Also try to flash the rom of mz604 on it from team EOS since it is wifi only. Might work. Or just enjoy a rooted device.
Sent from my MZ601 using Tapatalk 2

wesamothman said:
Yes. As far as I know, mz505 can be rooted. But these roms were not tested with it.
You can still root it. Also try to flash the rom of mz604 on it from team EOS since it is wifi only. Might work. Or just enjoy a rooted device.
Sent from my MZ601 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So a little ray of light lol
Sent from my AOKP Galaxy Nexus using RootzWiki... Unicorn Power!!

kennyglass123 said:
This is NOT development!
Do not post threads like this here
Thread moved
FNM
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Wasn't paying attention to what section I was in... My bad
Sent from my AOKP Galaxy Nexus using RootzWiki... Unicorn Power!!

EOS doesn't have theme chooser, tho, right? I'm running stock non-rooted and love it. Idk why but I just enjoy being stock. The only reason I'd root is that Holo Orange theme... it looks sick!

highflyin128 said:
Please dont say that... I hope I didnt waste my money on something
After some research i guess I'm screwed... @$?#$%?$
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You're screwed.
There are no roms to that work on the Xoom Family Edition, or the Xoom 2 family.

solarnz said:
You're screwed.
There are no roms to that work on the Xoom Family Edition, or the Xoom 2 family.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Why is that? different file structure, kernel, etc.

dkahs23 said:
Why is that? different file structure, kernel, etc.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
solarnz said:
You're screwed.
There are no roms to that work on the Xoom Family Edition, or the Xoom 2 family.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Is the demand not there for the dev's to work on it? Are they roms in progress?

[Opinion] Best optimized rom for gaming?

Hello! So I'm sure you've been asked this question before, but I'm curious to see some updated answers since there is a decent handful of roms available for the S4-1337 now.
I am very much an Android gamer, I've been using the sixaxis application with a Dual Shock 3 controller since the application was released; and have been hooking my phones up to TV's since I could. It's essentially my "gaming console".
Currently I'm not running any custom rom on my s4, it's just rooted and using xposed framework with wanam installed (for stock touchwiz customization).
I however have noticed that no matter what I do, I won't get the speed and frame rate I desire with the stock rom; as it's just too heavy on the phone. I'd like the opinions of other Android gamers here about what custom rom they find is best optimized for gaming and overclocking (if necessary). Generally something that's lite but has a lot of customization that I desire.
I currently am a devout player of the Modern Combat series, other games are touch and go once in awhile.
Thanks,
Branden.

I just want to give you a heads up, this might get closed down as "best for xxxxx" isn't allowed.
My suggestion to you is to flash a slimmed down ROM or a ROM thats well known and slim it down your self. Also, the stock Google edition base is a goof foundation. Don't forget kernel settings tweaks!
Sent from my GT-I9505G using Tapatalk 2

Febby said:
I just want to give you a heads up, this might get closed down as "best for xxxxx" isn't allowed.
My suggestion to you is to flash a slimmed down ROM or a ROM thats well known and slim it down your self. Also, the stock Google edition base is a goof foundation. Don't forget kernel settings tweaks!
Sent from my GT-I9505G using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Oh, I'm fairly new; should have read the rules before posting this question! Hopefully the "[Opinion]" part will keep it up.
Any specific kernel you suggest? I think I may use Cyanmod.

Br4nd3n said:
Oh, I'm fairly new; should have read the rules before posting this question! Hopefully the "[Opinion]" part will keep it up.
Any specific kernel you suggest? I think I may use Cyanmod.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I don't really want to give out names as I don't love to play favorites but since your new.. I'd advise against CM/AOKP ROMs that are nightlies as I think they're not for casual gaming since commits change daily. @task650 tends to put out some stable choices for a ROM based on aosp. (Aokp).
For kernels I've found there is community favorites. Faux, chronic, ktoon. (No order). Try them out and see for yourself.
Sent from my GT-I9505G using Tapatalk 2

Febby said:
I don't really want to give out names as I don't love to play favorites but since your new.. I'd advise against CM/AOKP ROMs that are nightlies as I think they're not for casual gaming since commits change daily. @task650 tends to put out some stable choices for a ROM based on aosp. (Aokp).
For kernels I've found there is community favorites. Faux, chronic, ktoon. (No order). Try them out and see for yourself.
Sent from my GT-I9505G using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Excellent! I'll avoid CM based Rom's for now than, and try something that won't be updated too often.
As for the Kernal, will try Chronic first I think.
No need for favorite's, just opinions. ^_^
- Branden

Br4nd3n said:
Excellent! I'll avoid CM based Rom's for now than, and try something that won't be updated too often.
As for the Kernal, will try Chronic first I think.
No need for favorite's, just opinions. ^_^
- Branden
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Good choice, task puts out good work I'd say since he takes the best commits and builds them in, compared to cm night lies were new changes are merged in..till a stable release (RC) build is put out.
Sent from my GT-I9505G using Tapatalk 2

Febby said:
Good choice, task puts out good work I'd say since he takes the best commits and builds them in, compared to cm night lies were new changes are merged in..till a stable release (RC) build is put out.
Sent from my GT-I9505G using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Wanted to update you and let you know I did go with tasks ROM and his underwear Kernel. Very lightweight! Though I may flash a different kernel, for better overclocking potential. Decent fps increase while gaming and zero interface lag. Thanks so much for the support febby!
Sent from my SGH-I337 using xda app-developers app

[Q] Porting Oxygen OS to Nexus 6P

Would it be possible to port Oxygen OS to the Nexus 6P?

This is a good question.
I was going to ask this also.
I am very interessted to see Oygen OS on 6P. The latest OS looks very good!

2 questions
#1- Why would you want to?
#2- What is missing in stock that OxygenOS has that you want that you can't get with Xposed or one of the 20+ custom ROMs?

CallumJenner said:
Would it be possible to port Oxygen OS to the Nexus 6P?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Doesn't look like its open sourced or I couldn't find there github page. Without that its outta my league all together.

acm1108 said:
2 questions
#1- Why would you want to?
#2- What is missing in stock that OxygenOS has that you want that you can't get with Xposed or one of the 20+ custom ROMs?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I Just want the launcher and camera

S1nc3r3 said:
I Just want the launcher and camera
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Here is the camera.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/port-oneplusone-oxygen-os-3-0-camera-t3352179
http://forum.xda-developers.com/one...plus-oxygen-os-3-camera-appflashable-t3352377

billamin said:
Here is the camera.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/andr...amera-t3352179
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Dead link

OwnDroid said:
Dead link
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/port-oneplusone-oxygen-os-3-0-camera-t3352179
http://forum.xda-developers.com/one...plus-oxygen-os-3-camera-appflashable-t3352377

Oxygen OS is buggy and there is nothing that appealing which makes it superior to any other custom rom out there for nexus 6p

acm1108 said:
2 questions
#1- Why would you want to?
#2- What is missing in stock that OxygenOS has that you want that you can't get with Xposed or one of the 20+ custom ROMs?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
in my opinion oxygen os works a bit smoother then stock

willi9070 said:
Oxygen OS is buggy and there is nothing that appealing which makes it superior to any other custom rom out there for nexus 6p
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Buggy? Lol
Sent from my ONEPLUS A3000 using XDA-Developers mobile app

mobile-freak said:
in my opinion oxygen os works a bit smoother then stock
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Not really. "Smoothness" is usually a very controversial topic because of how human psychology works, and you can't compare especially since there are a lot of other factors involved like the SoC, RAM, background apps etc. If you're comparing OxygenOS on the OnePlus 3 to stock on the Nexus 6P then I'm afraid you can't really make an objective decision because the OnePlus 3 has a 1080p screen along with a more powerful SoC. As far as the OnePlus 2 goes, based on personal experience it's not as good as stock on the 6P, but again my experience isn't something anyone can bank on due to above factors.

i doubt it will get alot of support being Proprietary software. i recall it wont be open source in 2015, just the sources for hardware.
like htc sence and touchiz you best buy the phone if you want it.

Good news on Android O for 3/3T

Good news for us

Promises promises promises
The updates already slower down. Especially with stable ver

If it was up to me, just give us your camera app as a complete apk with all needed blobs included like google does it for Nexus/Pixel.
That would be good news.
Android O has to be expected from this device, anything less would be a shame (looking at the op2...)!

AcmE85 said:
Android O has to be expected from this device, anything less would be a shame (looking at the op2...)!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
hehe, not a word worth. fully agree!

AcmE85 said:
If it was up to me, just give us your camera app as a complete apk with all needed blobs included like google does it for Nexus/Pixel.
That would be good news.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
THIS

Wow, what a news. Unexpected.

Complain,complain...people always complain [emoji57]
Nice info from OnePlus.

kartike4u said:
This is better.
Hey guys I'm sure you all must have heard about this great news about paranoid android.
You could check out the article on XDA or watch this video for to know about the new release.
P.S- Video isn't monetized.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
OxygenOS is the same if not better,
Sadly good AOSPA days are gone.

Midomad said:
OxygenOS is the same if not better,
Sadly good AOSPA days are gone.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
But why can't aospa be better as their ROMs were one of the best i tried on my opo, now I have an op3t and I'll try as soon as I get time....anyways we will see if they're back

Midomad said:
OxygenOS is the same if not better,
Sadly good AOSPA days are gone.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I wont agree. If you see AOSPA are the first custom rom which adds not only new features but improves core stuff as well. The camera and new post processing algorithm for example is better than OOS which is a huge step also the color engine though in its infancy is very good and is building on top of OOS theme engine. They have also fixed the voice call drain using custom firmware. So there are things they have done right and improved stuff. So I guess AOSPA has started right. If they can just continue making solid improvements its would be a fantastic idea.

kartike4u said:
But why can't aospa be better as their ROMs were one of the best i tried on my opo, now I have an op3t and I'll try as soon as I get time....anyways we will see if they're back
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
As you know OnePlus hired away some of the great AOSPA developers to work on its OxygenOS ROM.
vampire36 said:
I wont agree. If you see AOSPA are the first custom rom which adds not only new features but improves core stuff as well. The camera and new post processing algorithm for example is better than OOS which is a huge step also the color engine though in its infancy is very good and is building on top of OOS theme engine. They have also fixed the voice call drain using custom firmware. So there are things they have done right and improved stuff. So I guess AOSPA has started right. If they can just continue making solid improvements its would be a fantastic idea.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
OOS color theme is just enough for me,
Voice call is fixed in today's beta 8,
Dunno about camera we need more proof and test...
Anyway,i was a big fun of AOSPA in the past so let's wait and see,maybe i'll give it a try when OnePlus drop support for the 3T(if they don't drop the support and die again)

Midomad said:
As you know OnePlus hired away some of the great AOSPA developers to work on its OxygenOS ROM.
OOS color theme is just enough for me,
Voice call is fixed in today's beta 8,
Dunno about camera we need more proof and test...
Anyway,i was a big fun of AOSPA in the past so let's wait and see,maybe i'll give it a try when OnePlus drop support for the 3T(if they don't drop the support and die again)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Improved camera quality is a big boast. I don't think they'd do it if they couldn't back it up. It's been sitting on my internal storage waiting to be flashed. I think I'm going to back up tonight and flash my first custom rom tomorrow. That's really and truly a testament to OxygenOS as well as Paranoid Android.

Is it true that Android O would have native substratum theme enabled, thereby negating the need for rooting the phone? Can someone confirm?

cluttered_butter said:
Is it true that Android O would have native substratum theme enabled, thereby negating the need for rooting the phone? Can someone confirm?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
https://www.xda-developers.com/video-rootless-substratum-theme-engine-android-oreo/

cluttered_butter said:
Is it true that Android O would have native substratum theme enabled, thereby negating the need for rooting the phone? Can someone confirm?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That is if OnePlus does not kill this feature with their modifications.
So fingers crossed!

Screw OOS, i was expecting someone built android o custom rom

Isus <3 said:
Screw OOS, i was expecting someone built android o custom rom
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Have patience or built one yourself. Oreo is only 1 week old...

You sound like an ungrateful child.
Sent from my ONEPLUS A3000 using Tapatalk

AcmE85 said:
That is if OnePlus does not kill this feature with their modifications.
So fingers crossed!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes let's hope so. My intentions was to know whether this would be available on stock rom's or just custom rom's. I think Oxygen OS is above par as compared to the best smartphones out there when it comes to stock rom so this would be a stellar addition as and when it happens, or lets say if it happens.

Isus <3 said:
Screw OOS, i was expecting someone built android o custom rom
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
https://plus.google.com/+AkhilNarang/posts/Hup1zPxKNyW

Oreo 8.0 Custom ROM's popping up everywhere

As I scroll through everyday threads here on XDA I keep getting amazed how fast the developers are building Shamu ROM's with Google's latest and greatest Oreo 8.0.
So far I have used only SiXROM, versions 1.1 and 1.2 and it has been very good, especially the 1.2 version, which now looks more polished. Force closes are almost entirely gone now (it random rebooted just once, don't know why), and to my knowledge with only the NFC not working at all.
I've seen also (and getting very good reviews by users) that there are a couple of more Oreo ROM's like crDroid (version Beta 2 - 18-Sep-17) and Republic of Madness ROM Oreo (21-Sep-17) with a lot more coming, like PureNexus (I guess), LOS and Dirty Unicorns. And although we are still at early stages, these builds are almost ready to be used day-to-day.
Anyway, just wanted to know from you if you had a chance to use any of these Oreo ROM's for the N6 and what you think of them thus far.
Cheers and keep on flashing.

I'm waiting for PureNexus

I am on Nitrogen O Shamu. Its great.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

Lawstorant said:
I'm waiting for PureNexus
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Although PN is my favorite I just couldn't wait to get a taste of Oreo

I don’t like these kind of polls because then we’re trying to favor one rom over another. We shouldn’t judge a rom based on feedback, because every rom is different. It’s like everyone will have a different opinion.
But anyways, I’m waiting for a stable build, I know these devs are doing good work but patience is a virtue.

Gysper said:
I don’t like these kind of polls because then we’re trying to favor one rom over another. We shouldn’t judge a rom based on feedback, because every rom is different. It’s like everyone will have a different opinion.
But anyways, I’m waiting for a stable build, I know these devs are doing good work but patience is a virtue.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I don't think we are judging which rom is superior over the other here. We are basically discussing the kind of Oreo roms people are using and their experiences with them.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

KobySam87 said:
I don't think we are judging which rom is superior over the other here. We are basically discussing the kind of Oreo roms people are using and their experiences with them.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Exactly why I started this thread. Just want to know from other users how things are going and their experience with Oreo roms. Sorry if I didn't clarify it in my initial post.

genti.b said:
Exactly why I started this thread. Just want to know from other users how things are going and their experience with Oreo roms. Sorry if I didn't clarify it in my initial post.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Don't worry... I understood the topic from the onset.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

definitely waiting for a stable build

Using Nexus 5x since my Nexue 6 is cracked. I can say that although Nexus 5x is officially supported and "more stable" Shamu runs Oreo like a champ and is actually faster. My Nexue 5x is constantly freezing up. Can't wait until my girlfriend's iPhone gets returned so I can enjoy Pixel XL.

def1003 said:
definitely waiting for a stable build
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
They are not ti far off.. But i sure miss my center clock....sighs lol
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

What About GApps?
So far I've only tried S.i.X's first Oreo build, it was looking pretty good then and it's likely gotten jmuch better. Not only waiting for more stable build, but I want GApps, I use OpenGApps. My shamu is my daily driver, I travel a lot, and I use it a lot so it's gotta be stable. Though I usually keep a copy of a good stable release build at all times in case I run into trouble and need to get things working fast. Most of my favorite devs are building Oreo for shamu so I'm sure there'll be some cool stuff happening in the next month or two. I can wait. I think Carbon ROM is building Oreo too and I'm also curious to see what OctOS might do.

bigbaluka said:
So far I've only tried S.i.X's first Oreo build, it was looking pretty good then and it's likely gotten jmuch better. Not only waiting for more stable build, but I want GApps, I use OpenGApps. My shamu is my daily driver, I travel a lot, and I use it a lot so it's gotta be stable. Though I usually keep a copy of a good stable release build at all times in case I run into trouble and need to get things working fast. Most of my favorite devs are building Oreo for shamu so I'm sure there'll be some cool stuff happening in the next month or two. I can wait. I think Carbon ROM is building Oreo too and I'm also curious to see what OctOS might do.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Nice......
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

KobySam87 said:
I am on Nitrogen O Shamu. Its great.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
How is it working so far? I'm willing to try this one as well.
Cheers

KobySam87 said:
I am on Nitrogen O Shamu. Its great.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Trying to find Nitrogen Oreo thread for Nexus 6, is there any? Facing Facebook force close while everything else working perfect.

mnsiw said:
Trying to find Nitrogen Oreo thread for Nexus 6, is there any? Facing Facebook force close while everything else working perfect.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've checked before but I don't think there is one. It is like a continuation inside the 7.1.2 thread. Maybe because is still in the early stages of the development.
Anyway, if you didn't know, it starts from here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ne...11-10-2016-t3478365/post73810726#post73810726

Waiting for a stable pure AOSP rom without any additonal options and gimmicks, I don't care about and don't want such nonsense, I just want the vanilla 8.0 experience.

genti.b said:
How is it working so far? I'm willing to try this one as well.
Cheers
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Great. Installation is quiet easy.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3478365

genti.b said:
Anyway, just wanted to know from you if you had a chance to use any of these Oreo ROM's for the N6 and what you think of them thus far.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm on Nitrogen OS, but its not in the poll

I'll wait for a Nitrogen build and if that doesn't happen then PN. If neither happen then who knows.