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Need some more info.

I see on this site about flashing new roms, the 3.1 android and others and the Kernel.
Is their 2 different rom chips one for the kernel and one for the OS..?
When I flash a custom rom does that change the Kernel or do they have to be flashed seperate.
Is there certain custom roms that have both..?
When getting a custom rom do I need to get a new Kernel..
Do the custom roms have both, Little fuzzy here..?
Thanks for the info.

shaun298 said:
I see on this site about flashing new roms, the 3.1 android and others and the Kernel.
Is their 2 different rom chips one for the kernel and one for the OS..?
When I flash a custom rom does that change the Kernel or do they have to be flashed seperate.
Is there certain custom roms that have both..?
When getting a custom rom do I need to get a new Kernel..
Do the custom roms have both, Little fuzzy here..?
Thanks for the info.
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Kernel and Rom are 2 separate flash...
most custom rom dev already takes care of the kernel for you with their custom roms ( kernel built in ... 1 flash takes care of both )...
but if you're interested in flashing a custom kernel... just make sure about its compatibility with various roms.
read thoroughly in custom rom & kernel's threads 1st post... they usually let you know what's the requirements are...etc

Thanks so much, that clears my mind and makes things much easier.

[Q] most stable Custom ROM

Hello
I am new to installation of custom ROMS. I own a Galaxy S5 900F version. I want to install a very smooth and stable ROM on my phone. Can anyone guide me of which ROM should i install? and is it safe?

For me SOKP,TeamNoctrunal, or Ownrom

i would suggest you to try them out yourself to find which is most stable for you mate, good luck. (and yes it is safe)

That's an answer that's different for everyone. I swear by CM ROMS, but my best friend says he has nothing but bad luck with them, and we have the same device.

I just wanted to know by people's experiences. because trying different will require a lot of time and data backing up restoring again and again.

Try Them out and find your best Rom.
Gesendet von meinem SM-G900F

For me, Official CyanogenMod 12.1 nightlies are great. I haven't tested anythnig else because CM works fine on my device : stable, great battery life, etc...

This is an development thread ask your question in S5 Q&A, help or troubleshooting. This is a thread for devs posting there unified mods and unified roms.
If you want AOSP you should try official CM12.1 from here:
http://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=klte
If you want a modded stock rom you can try _alexndr rom from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2813628
Or djb77 roms from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3138583
If you want Xposed framework on a modded stock rom you need a deodexed rom like _alexndr rom or choose djb77 rom there you can choose Xposed from the aroma installer.
I was on XtreStoLite rom but it's outdated at the moment so better to use another one. I tried also _alexandr rom and it's also very good one. Now I'm on CM12.1 and I like it very much. So I advice you to try CM12.1 and if you don't like it try djb77. And I prefer Boeffla kernel (the beta version) there is a version for CM12.1 and for TW.
Boeffla kernel for CM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3062078
Boeffla kernel for TW:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3062073
Verstuurd vanaf mijn SM-G900F met Tapatalk

ammadb said:
Hello
I am new to installation of custom ROMS. I own a Galaxy S5 900F version. I want to install a very smooth and stable ROM on my phone. Can anyone guide me of which ROM should i install? and is it safe?
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1) This is the development section, does it in any way shape or form resemble a Q&A forum? We have a separate Q&A forum for a reason, can you guess what that reason is?
2) Try some and find out. What is "best" or "most stable" type of questions are not allowed on XDA. "best" or "most stable" is subjective, nobody can answer the question except you.

nico3469 said:
For me, Official CyanogenMod 12.1 nightlies are great. I haven't tested anythnig else because CM works fine on my device : stable, great battery life, etc...
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Does it has fingerprint lock?

TheATHEiST said:
1) This is the development section, does it in any way shape or form resemble a Q&A forum? We have a separate Q&A forum for a reason, can you guess what that reason is?
2) Try some and find out. What is "best" or "most stable" type of questions are not allowed on XDA. "best" or "most stable" is subjective, nobody can answer the question except you.
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Okay sorry sir. I have created a topic first time. did not know

ammadb said:
Does it has fingerprint lock?
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No, it's not included in CM 12.1, I didn't find it.

Alliance rom v9 is very customizable http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2716535
If u want a S6 experience install sixperience v4.1
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/development/rom-sixperience-stable-v2-0-t3121078
Personally i dont lic stock android so i dont like CM
CM is gud to have a better understanding about a google update early
But once samsung give their updates touchwiz is more good for me

Well, its not about just being stable, but about having stable features, and cm is not very good in that way, it is stable, but has very little features, so stock samsung rom all the way, especially now, when samsung will be releasing android 5.1.1 update very soon.

Well I think that people mainly say CM "used to be" stable, because they changed their development cycles from fixed (i.e. having RELEASE versions) to rolling (only MONTHLY). Apart from that I think its a matter of taste really.. personally I would consider most Android systems "unstable" cause you'll always get the occasional crash compared to e.g. an ubuntu LTS server.

Best OnePlus 2 ROM & Kernel

Hi Guys,
I'm planning to buy a OnePlus 2 soon, and I would require a bit of help from you guys to customize it. I'm not a noob, but I just want to know the following:
Which is the best ROM for the OnePlus 2 (based on the mentioned below)
The rom should be based of Marshmallow 6.0.1 and stable
The ROM should support the fingerprint scanner and laser focus
All the other features and gestures that are in the Stock ROM
Which is the best Kernel for the OnePlus 2 (based on the mentioned below)
Supports Fast charging
Has a good battery backup
Has the best governors
And all the other best features you look out for in a kernel
I am confused between these two kernels, Sandy Kernel and Benschholds Custom Kernel. I want to know the performance of both the custom Kernels and would also like to know whether Benschholds Kernel supports Fast Charge as that of Sandy Kernel.
I request all the members of the OnePlus 2 community to please help me as I will be new to the device and do not know much about the Custom ROMs and Kernels posted in the OnePlus 2 threads. I would appreciate everyone's time and help for the same. Thanks in advance to everyone.

I'd say H2OS MM (or OOS 3) is the only ROM that meets those demands. Especially if you need dual SIM control like I do. That's not present in AOSP/CM based ROMs.

Most of the ROMs are based on cyanogenmod so they give a similar performance. Never tried AOSP based ROMs. Lord Boeffla kernel has been doing some good. I used naman balla's settings for the kernel was giving like around 5 hrs of SOT. For the fast charging, the hardware has to support it else you may end damaging your device.

I never used other ROM's than stock ROMs. If it will be available i will change to CM13 official ROM refined by Lord Boefflas Kernel. I use it since S3-times and then on my OPO and now on my OP2. I never saw a kernel like this, very convenient in handling with it's own comfortable app and rock-stable with very pleasant battery consumption... In short: boeffla kernel rocks!!!
Cheers
Clark

HydrogenOS H2OS v1.4.0 [004] +gapps nano the best

Had you followed the rules you would know that there is no best anything. It is all up to how you use the device and your personal setup. You could have 2 devices on the same rom and kernel and they will react differently depending on usage, devices, place you live and many other things.

Best cm13 rom for i9505??

hey guys suggest me a stable cm13 rom with great battery life

ROMs are a very subjective matter.
What works great for one may be bad for you.
Also, pretty much every Android 6 ROM has Bluetooth problems.
If you're looking for lots of features and customizations, Resurrection Remix and Cyanide are the way to go.
For performance, Optimized CM13.
Battery-wise they are all decent.

Hello can someone tell me a i9505 custom rom for gaming ???

Sebby91 said:
Hello can someone tell me a i9505 custom rom for gaming ???
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At the moment i am having a bit of success with Omega Roms (i have v19 based on 4.3 jellyB). Pair it with a kernel that lets you customize most things in CPU and GPU (like kernel KT-SGS4-JB4.3-TW) and you are good to go :fingers-crossed:
You can choose from different versions of roms and kernels based on virtually any stock rom. Good luck!

Sebby91 said:
Hello can someone tell me a i9505 custom rom for gaming ???
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I suggest JDCTeam's AOSP ROM.

Thank you verry much ill try both roms but the one with the omega rom do o have to flash on my own the custom kernel ?

yes, the kernel is sepparate. There is already a nice kernel in Omega, but the KT one is better as it gives you acces to more tweaks

RaduNastase said:
yes, the kernel is sepparate. There is already a nice kernel in Omega, but the KT one is better as it gives you acces to more tweaks
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My modem is newer or older i don t know ... I had lolipop roms i sawd i have to flash another modem but can i install modem without computer ?

Basic Qs about Custom Kernels and ROMS

I've been mucking around with Android for a while but basically stay with a ROM and what it comes packaged (or recommended) with.
Recently I've been looking around at Custom Kernels and I see they offer different options and functionality, but I lack some basic information:
I am guessing that the Kernel and ROM have to be compatible?
Is, for example a Kernel like Blu Spark or Lighting (all for OP5 and Nougat) compatible with all OP5 Nougat ROMs or is it ROM by ROM?
I looked over the pages for both Kernels and also for xXx Freedom OS and didn't see any information concerning compatible ROMs or compatible Kernels, is there any place/list that shows the compatibility of ROMs and Kernels?
Any information, or guidance to where I can find it would be appreciated.

Very simple.
There are 2 types of kernels. One which only works on an OOS based (custom) Rom, and one which will only work on a LOS or AOSP based Rom. Most custom kernels will work on every LOS or AOSP based ROM. But... There's one negative thing about flashing custom or OOS based Kernels. You will never know how the Kernel and/or ROM will behave. There's no 100 percent guarantee if a custom Kernel or ROM are made for each other. Even if a Kernel which comes with the ROM is no guarantee for working properly. There's no such thing as "Stable" even with ROMs. Because stable doesn't exist in a Dev World. It will always be a never ending story.
Long story short, search for yourself an satisfying combination. If you found one combination you like, stick with it and motivate the Custom ROM Developer and or Kernel Developer.
Edit: as you can read i cannot give a proper answer to your questions. The reason why a Custom ROM Dev doesn't show a list in their OP for working Custom Kernels, is mainly based on the fact that they don't like if a user flash another Kernel that didn't came with their ROM. Mostly to avoid non related ROM issues. Besides that, if you made a decision to flash a Different kernel, along with their ROM, you're on your own.
Sorry for being off-topic.

Each kernel needs to be build for each rom. Well not each rom. Each rom based on the top three. OOS, AOSP, and LOS. As each has their own kernel.
If you use LOS 14.1 or RR, then youll need a los kernel. If you run stock OOS. Freedom or xXx, youll need an oos based kernel
Not all devs build their kernels for los or aosp. Me as an example. I only have mine built for OOS and It wont work on los or aosp (well it may but you are 99.999% likely to run into a lot of problems)
I hope that clears it up a tad bit

lekiaM said:
Very simple.
There are 2 types of kernels. One which only works on an OOS based (custom) Rom, and one which will only work on a LOS or AOSP based Rom. Most custom kernels will work on every LOS or AOSP based ROM. But... There's one negative thing about flashing custom or OOS based Kernels. You will never know how the Kernel and/or ROM will behave. There's no 100 percent guarantee if a custom Kernel or ROM are made for each other. Even if a Kernel which comes with the ROM is no guarantee for working properly. There's no such thing as "Stable" even with ROMs. Because stable doesn't exist in a Dev World. It will always be a never ending story.
Long story short, search for yourself an satisfying combination. If you found one combination you like, stick with it and motivate the Custom ROM Developer and or Kernel Developer.
Edit: as you can read i cannot give a proper answer to your questions. The reason why a Custom ROM Dev doesn't show a list in their OP for working Custom Kernels, is mainly based on the fact that they don't like if a user flash another Kernel that didn't came with their ROM. Mostly to avoid non related ROM issues.
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@lekiaM You provided a great answer and thank you. I did notice that some developers (xXx NoLimits) provide the option to select various Kernel during the install. I pretty much expected that matching a Rom to Kernel was a crap shoot to certain degree. I am going to try a few out and see how it goes.
One final question, if a Kernel offers functionality that is not offered in the original Kernel, how do you go about taking advantage of the added functionality?
Will the Kernel add those selection to the settings or will I need a different app to access them? I was thinking in particular of the don't wake on plug/unplug. I utilized some ROMs (CM) that had this feature in the setting, I use Freedom OS now and don't see that in the setting, but I see that the Blu Spark Kernel offers access to that function.

Zombie said:
Each kernel needs to be build for each rom. Well not each rom. Each rom based on the top three. OOS, AOSP, and LOS. As each has their own kernel.
If you use LOS 14.1 or RR, then youll need a los kernel. If you run stock OOS. Freedom or xXx, youll need an oos based kernel
Not all devs build their kernels for los or aosp. Me as an example. I only have mine built for OOS and It wont work on los or aosp (well it may but you are 99.999% likely to run into a lot of problems)
I hope that clears it up a tad bit
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It does thanks. Prior to selecting some ROMs to try, I read that AOSP required a specific ROM so I steered away from it, for now. Until I am able to become a little more familiar with the entire subject.

noncomjd said:
It does thanks. Prior to selecting some ROMs to try, I read that AOSP required a specific ROM so I steered away from it, for now. Until I am able to become a little more familiar with the entire subject.
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An aosp based rom will install and run like any other rom you decide to flash. It comes with the stock kernel built in
Each rom has their advantages and disadvantages. Currently Im running xXx 4.0 which is OOS based with extra features and then of course my own kernel for better performance and battery

@noncomjd Good question. And honestly I've been wondering that too (most of the time) i could gave you a simple answer on that, but i wont.
A Kernel can interfere with the ROMs behavior (for example manipulate the vibration, sounds, led light strength, button behavior and so on.) But a Kernel has their limits too and also the Kernel Dev in question. Besides that , i did saw some very strange things a Kernel Dev can do to manipulate a ROMs behavior. But i wont go further in that.
Answer to your question:
Yes. A good kernel dev can overwrite or add some tweaks in the ROM itself (you won't see it while flashing, but believe me after that, some things in settings are missing or added in the build.prop) . But as i earlier said it has their limits. A good Kernel Dev is aware of their capabilities. And they mostly play save. If a kernel Dev mentioned or added a feature or something in their changelog, than the feature is there. But to enable or disable that feature, you mostly need an 3rd party app(like a Kernel Manager) to activate or deactivate their added feature.

You need a kernel tweaking app in order to change kernel settings.
You can change those settings even if you run the stock kernel, but it won't offer as much features.
There are many kernel tweaking apps available and some kernels even provide their own apps.

Thanks all for some great information. Have a good base to set out exploring a little more.