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I have the US version of the Atrix and I'm rooted/bootloader unlocked running the CM7 Ba2tf rom. Any ideas on why available RAM is only showing about 400 mb of 800? It usually stays around 350-400. Can this be fixed? Does it need to be fixed?
You should have read all the instructions carefully before start unlocking the phone. here's the fix
Code:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1169409
More simple explanation?
I'm probably confused, but it seems as if that post is referencing the Orange/Bell version of motoblur. Since I'm on CM7, does it still apply? Also, everyone seems to be having side effects (broken wifi or data). And finally, does this fix actually increase performance?
A simpler explanation for me would be greatly appreciated
I just flashed my Atrix with CM7 as well and am noticing the same RAM usage as you. How do you know that its supposed to be a lot less? Seems OK to me?
Chris
Hi,
The reason it is showing ~400MB of ram is that you installed an unlocked bootloader that was leaked, it is different than the ATI version and it doesn't pass along the information about the second bank of memory installed. I did up a patch for that, search in dev for Gobstopper and/or ramfix. The patch adds a bit to the cmdline of the boot partition, so it doesn't require a specific kernel or ramdisk and should work fine with CM7 as is. Or it may not, it worked for me and my phone.
Cheers!
I can't find the ramfix thread, and the gobstopper just looks like another ROM. Could you give me the specific steps you used on your phone that worked?
EDIT: Not to mention search doesn't work now…
So, I have been using an S3 {yeah S3 , i know old, but duh i just love it } for over 3 years now . I started out as a complete noob, still am, and S3 was the first phone that i started working on. Over the years i have tried many custom ROM's , Kernel's and MOD's and i have tried here to create a List of Best Performing Custom Items over the course of 1 year, with special care for people like me who have just started out in the world of android, So here goes. {in 4 steps} :-
<1> Best "FAIL-SAFE" Method of Rooting/Installing a custom ROM - I know most of the people are afraid of bricking their device's, the first time they root. I have been in that situation and had my phone soft bricked many times while trying out different thing's. So the Most FAIL-SAFE Method that i have come up with is this:-
Many people suggest rooting the devices first and then installing a custom ROM. I have tried to do things a little differently so that the first timers can get comfortable.
A. First thing to do is install CyanogenMod on your specific devices. [without rooting] , The developers at cyanogen have made an application to directly install Cyanogen to your devices from your PC like a regular Software Install. The Link and the Instructions can be found on the official Website - http://get.cm. The process is very simple and easy to do and after the install your device gets automatic root access. The xda thread - http://http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-cm-app-installer-t2959922 - {you get CM - 11 from this download }
B. Now that your device is has CyanogenMod, you get a rooted device and a custom ROM. But the problem with Cyanogen is that the Custom recovery which it provides has very limited options available. So the next step is to go to Google Play Store and download "TWRP Manager" or "ROM Manager" [i personally use TWRP]. This application will help you to Install the TWRP or CWM recoveries on your Phone. The process is fairly simple, After Installing the App, Choose your Device Model and Version and Let the app do the rest of the work. PS the apps require ROOT access which your phone can provide now.
C. By now if all the steps are performed correctly [very less chance of something going wrong because most of the tings are done automatically] your respective device should have a custom Recovery installed. Next and Most important step is to Create a NANDROID BACKUP [basically an ultimate backup to restore everything]. Go to recovery mode [Home+Volume up + Power button] and select backup, and make a complete backup on your SD card. It's really important to create a Backup before doing anything. This step must not be skipped in any case.
D. Now it's time to let your imagination run wild xD, Download custom ROM's, Kernel's MOD's etc and just copy the zip's to the SD card and install them using the recovery. In case anything goes wrong Just restore from the Backup you made earlier.
[PS: Update your backup's regularly]
<2> Now's the list of My Personal Favorite's which Have Improve the overall Performance of My Phone Greatly. All the ROM's, Kernel's etc have been personally tested by me for over 3 month's for Issues related to Stability, Performance and Bug's . I have tried to put forward the Best package for optimal performance.
1. Recovery [doesn't affect much] - - TWRP Recovery: Personally "Team Win Recovery Project (TWRP)" is my favorite because of it's easy to use touch control's , it's efficiency and Design. I like the cool blue texture theme of TWRP and the speed with which it create's backup and install's new things. The performance of the Phone does no depend upon the Recovery though and you may choose whichever recovery you are comfortable with.
2. ROM - BlissPOP v4.0.3 (CM 12.1 base) : Yes i have chosen this ROM out of the many other i tried. The reasons are very simple, This ROM provides outstanding stability and Performance to the device. There is no bloatware in the ROM and there are simply hundred's of features available for customization. It's compatible with generally all the Kernel's and Mods available for your device and the regular Nightlie's are an added bonus. It's the only ROM based on Lollipop(5.1.1) in which i haven't found any Bug's or stability issues.
Many people told me to try Paranoid ROM but personally i find Paranoid a little buggy, and i found that the PI controls and Halo, due to which the ROM is popular are not of any important use to people like us. They only add a touch of appearance to the device [strictly my view and i mean no offence to any other person ].
3. Kernel - Archie kernel for Galaxy S3 - http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/development/kernel-archikernel-v1-0-power-hands-t2785337
4. MOD's -
A. Audio Engine - Ac!d Audio - http://http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/development/mod-acid-audio-engine-v5-0-samsung-t2002197
Viper4Android -http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2191223
6. Root Applications -
A. Titanium Backup:
You can backup, restore, freeze (with Pro) your apps + data + Market links. This includes all protected apps & system apps, plus external data on your SD card. You can do 0-click batch & scheduled backups. Backups will operate without closing any apps (with Pro). You can move any app (or app data) to/from the SD card. Available on Google Play
B. AdAway for Android [built-in app in BlissPop ROM]:
to block ads on your Android device this app is not avalibale on the playstore but you can still install it from this link
C. Greenify:
Is a good application to make your Android device more faster, by hibernating the background apps that you don't use. this application is completely free. Available on Google Play
These are the only Apps which i find useful in the long run as i have to use them constantly. Rest application's are used from time to time but not regularly. So this is My List, i'd be glad if anyone want's to add to it ^.^
I'd Like to Thanks the Amazing People who have Made the above Programs to make our Phone More performance and Appearance efficient. ------> CyanogenMod community, BlissPOP community, xda developers, Jeeko, JustArchie, amarullz, the Ac!d Audio Engine Team,zhuhang(Viper Mod), TWRP team.
Give a Thanks if u were helped by the post
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Intense Testing Period -> Over 8 months [tried the new Lollipop ROMS's , over 20 kernels, Latest Android M ROM's , some personal opinions
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Firstly sorry, for the delayed updates, i have been a little busy trying to develop my own ROM (surprise! surprise!, not for S3 unfortunately thought as i can never come close to the current ROM wiz's ), now in the second edition , I have tried to utilize my knowledge over 8 months to put up a new more enhanced guide and have also put up common and uncommon bugs which I experienced along the way and have provider the working solutions for them. Also I am extremely sorry for all those broken links and not working Mods, i'll try to keep my list precise, sharp and accurate this time.
1. Alternate method to Root (super easy, risk free, takes at maximum 5 minutes) - {for windows running PC, stock ROM or any other custom ROM can be used}
So, I would still recommend using my method 1 in order to initially root your device, install a custom ROM and a Recovery as i know the fear and anxiety or every new user trying to root his phone for the first time.
Now for a little more experienced users (quickie guide) [for I9300 version] who do not want to spend a lifetime to just get their devices rooted -
(a) Download the Chainfire's AutoRoot file here and place this file on your PC.
(b) Download Odin (latest version) on your PC here and unzip the file and start odin.
(c) Power down the device, then reboot in Download Mode [ press Power button + Home Button + Volume Down Key] and press volume up key at the caution screen. (little Hint: mostly the device reboots itself when you do not press the 3 buttons at the same time, to counter this press the volume up button and the home button first and hold them and then press the power button until you see the Galaxy S3 logo)
(d) Now connect your device to your PC using a sturdy USB cable. After doing this 2 outcomes are possible:-
~1. Your device is identified by Odin and a faint blue colour is shown on one of the top tabs indicating the port through which your device is connected. In this case proceed to step (e).
~2. If your device is not recognized by odin ie no blue colour, then the drivers of your device might not be installed on your PC. To tackle this download the Driver Suite from Samsung here and run the program. If done correctly when you next connect your device the drivers should get installed and odin should recognize your device.
(e) Click the "AP" button on odin and select the "Chainfire's v-xxx .mad5.tar " file which you downloaded above, odin will then take some time to check the file and when it's ready press start. CAUTION - do not change Odin's settings and assure that Reset Runtime and Auto Reboot are selected, never select re-partition on the odin interface.
(f) After the installation is complete your device should reboot automatically and you should have SuperSU installed (indiacting 99.99% times that your device rooted successfully ).
(g) If you want you can then install a custom recovery using the method indicated in my "method 1" [above].
-feel free to message me for any doubts-
Here are some of my new recommendations based on personal experiences:-
2. ROM's - I will try to divide this section based on firstly Android System and then further based on Stability, Features, Performance. Further i will be adding 2 ROM's for Android M . [i will not be naming ROMS which have a touchWiz interface]
(A) Android Lollipop and Below
Stability - Official CyanogenMOD 11.x [kitkat 4.1.1] - Zero Doubt, this one is the most stable thing out there for S3, old, yes but well you can do anything you want with this ROM and it will not seriously bug out on you when you need it. If someone does not mind going for an older version of android and needs epic stability, just go for it.
Features - BlissPop v3.0.x [CM 12.1 base][ Lollipop 5.1.1] - This ROM is filled with features, you name it, this ROM has it, PI controls, Built-in apps including AdAway, Kernel Modifier, Greenify, SuperSU etc, seamlessly integrated into the build environment. Each and every feature of this ROM is customizable, every font, colour and animation. Simply put, for someone who needs features and customizations go for this one. On the other hand, this ROM is less stable (crashes quite often ) and provides a slightly laggy gaming experience. No bloatwares in this ROM.
Performance - ArchiDroid [CM12.1 base][Lollipop 5.1.1] - Performance, Performance and more performance, all the technical aspects of your device will be enhanced and although the customization features are minimal but this ROM turns your device into a Performance Beast. All the gamers and performance lovers, what are you waiting for
Android 6.x.y Marshmallow
1. RESSURRECTION REMIX M - Fast, Durable, Amazing performance. Fell in love with this one when i used it, and this is my current ROM, no bugs so far and have been using it for over 1 month. Immensely Customizable, no lag during gaming, an amazing upgrade from Lollipop.
2. NamelessROM 3.0 - Feature Loaded, Minimal, good Looks and customization features and of course the ever caring support team of Nameless makes this a go to ROM.
>>> A bit more studying will be required before i finally divide the Android M ROMS's based on their features, performance and stability. Will be posting the results as soon as i am finished.
3. Kernels - AGNi pureCM and Boeffla-Kernel (26-03-2016) , tied, tested and proved that they are the best on very benchmark or performance test, although battery usage is better balanced on AGNi whereas Boeffla is more inclined towards performance.
You can find the Links to all the above ROM's and Kernels and many more in this thread - here
PS - Please Post your bugs in the thread and i will do my best to try and solve them out with an easy and sure solution
Cheers!
Awesome rundown for a new user like me. I've just got an S3 after using a Nexus S for 3 years. The S3 feels like such a beast compared to it!
I want to root and put a custom ROM on my device this weekend. I currently use cm11 on my Nexus S but it's a bit slow (which is understandable considering the hardware) so I can't wait to try it on the S3. My priority is long term stability ( I don't like flashing the emperors new clothes every 5 minutes). I just want to flash a ROM and forget it.
Have you tried any slimroms on the S3?
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[email protected][email protected] said:
A. First thing to do is install CyanogenMod on your specific devices. [without rooting] , The developers at cyanogen have made an application to directly install Cyanogen to your devices from your PC like a regular Software Install. The Link and the Instructions can be found on the official Website - http://get.cm. The process is very simple and easy to do and after the install your device gets automatic root access. The xda thread - http://http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-cm-app-installer-t2959922 - {you get CM - 11 from this download }
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Hi.
Can you just go over this again. Do I use my phone to download an installer from http://get.cm, install the apk then I will have root?
edit - damn I don't use WIndows, only Ubuntu. I can't use it.
Cheers.
Hi warren
Yes I have used slimrom too on the s3. Its good but as u are looking for stability I would suggest go for cyanogen because in my experience cyanogen shells out a better performance as compared to slimrom. My gaming experience was a little reduced in slimrom and I experienced a little lag but no such issue in cyanogen.
Secondly if you use ubunto I would suggest going for a virtual box to install windows and then the cyanogen application as it's the safest way to install a ROM.
U have to got to " get.cm " from both your phone and PC
On PC a windows installerbwoll be downloaded and on the phone an APK will be downloaded first install the apk the install the windows program and then continue as given in the installer setup.
Else mate, I wud say first download the stock ROM of s3 as a backup and the continue to root in the traditional way .
Any problem just ask me
Cheers
Hi.
I was thinking the same. CM11 all the way! I used Slimrom on my Nexus S but it was very very slow. I almost smashed my phone in frustration.
Nice tip about using a virtual machine to install cm. I will have a think about that. At the moment I have found a very good guide that involves using Heimdall on Ubuntu and Chainfire,so i will probably go for that method.
I am definitely going to try arter97 kernel. It looks immense. It has boeffla sound which I am looking forward to trying.
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[email protected][email protected] said:
Hi warren
Yes I have used slimrom too on the s3. Its good but as u are looking for stability I would suggest go for cyanogen because in my experience cyanogen shells out a better performance as compared to slimrom. My gaming experience was a little reduced in slimrom and I experienced a little lag but no such issue in cyanogen.
Secondly if you use ubunto I would suggest going for a virtual box to install windows and then the cyanogen application as it's the safest way to install a ROM.
U have to got to " get.cm " from both your phone and PC
On PC a windows installerbwoll be downloaded and on the phone an APK will be downloaded first install the apk the install the windows program and then continue as given in the installer setup.
Else mate, I wud say first download the stock ROM of s3 as a backup and the continue to root in the traditional way .
Any problem just ask me
Cheers
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My understanding is that unless you rooted your S3 quite a while ago, pre 4.4.2, you can't add custom ROMs. The late-rooters would have a locked bootloader and would be severely limited on what mods are possible. Is my understanding incorrect? Thanks!
Oh my I hope this isn't the case.
Is this not just on Verizon or all s3's?
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Sorry to confuse things. I believe the locked bootloaders only apply to those unlucky enough to have Verizon phones.
Yay not me then! NP.
P.S. Verizon suck!
Yes mate unfortunately Verizon version of S3 has a locked boot loader and it does not allow the user to install a new recovery. I would suggest using Odin to auto root your phone which in turn also unlocks the boot loader. I can make a step by step guide for Verizon version if anyone requires it. Personally I prefer the international version though. It has more optimized system functions.
Tell me if u want a Verizon guide
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Thanks for your reply. Sure, if you have something that will allow me to unlock my Verizon Galaxy S3 bootloader, that would be great! Is that what your verizon instructions will allow me to do? I've never heard of any way of doing this, so that would be great if it works! Btw, I am running 4.4.2. Thanks again!
What about /EFS backup and locked boot loader?
I have been an old time user of android starting with sony xperia X3. I had a bad luck with that phone. When sony updated android from 1.6 to 2.2 , the phone went into a boot loop and finally got dead. I sold the battery and screen separately to make some cheap buck!!
After that experience, I have been reading a lot for rooting and there seems to be lot of info on that.
My phone model is Samsung S3 GT-I9300 international version. I am still on the stock Rom with 4.3 on it.
I tried with kingroot app and it bricked the phone and was able to recover with kies.
What I want to know is that, you have mentioned option A, do I need to make any backups (not the contacts and personal stuff which I am not worried when I start playing with the phone) of EFS partition?
Will I be able to restore to old stock ROM just by using ODIN and the firmware which is available from the market?
What I need to know is , will I need any specific data (IMEI or EFS) unique from my phone?
Hi [email protected][email protected]
I used Heimdall in Ubuntu and I managed to root and put SuperSU on my phone ! I also put TWRP recovery on as well and then did a backup of my stock ROM. I am now ready for some ROM flashing!
I am unsure whether to go for CM11 or something like Tamasek's CM12.1 ROM. Have you used Tamasek's ROM before? Thinking about it for the first flash I think I will use CM11 snapshot and arter97 kernel. Then I will nandroid backup and then I have a stable ROM/kernel combo to fall back on in the future.
Looking at arter97 kernel can you tell me about f2fs support and how I get it? Does it speed up certain parts of the memory? Is it worth flashing? Also, the kernel mentions touch wake. Is this available for the S3?
Cheers.
I can't believe it I bust my sim slot! I cut my old sim card with a tool cutter and it looked good but it was a little tight going into the slot and I pulled it out and that’s when I must of bent some pins. I'm gutted :crying::crying:
Thankfully a replacement is only £3 and swapping it over looks a doddle :fingers-crossed:
Looks like I will have to wait a week until I can have a proper play. I did download BlissPop ROM and I like it. Been playing around with that all day but Its still not a phone until I get my sim in it.
You live and learn
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I have been an old time user of android starting with sony xperia X3. I had a bad luck with that phone. When sony updated android from 1.6 to 2.2 , the phone went into a boot loop and finally got dead. I sold the battery and screen separately to make some cheap buck!!
After that experience, I have been reading a lot for rooting and there seems to be lot of info on that.
My phone model is Samsung S3 GT-I9300 international version. I am still on the stock Rom with 4.3 on it.
I tried with kingroot app and it bricked the phone and was able to recover with kies.
What I want to know is that, you have mentioned option A, do I need to make any backups (not the contacts and personal stuff which I am not worried when I start playing with the phone) of EFS partition?
Will I be able to restore to old stock ROM just by using ODIN and the firmware which is available from the market?
What I need to know is , will I need any specific data (IMEI or EFS) unique from my phone?
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Hi Mate,
First of all, don't worry at all about the bricking thing, with the option A that i have mentioned, it's 99.99% success, i haven't found a single person yet for whom the method didn't work.
Secondly i would suggest u take the backup of your phone contacts in a vCard format using Kies first so that u don't loose them. And copy all your Personal things on your PC (pics, videos etc).
Thirdly you do not need to make a separate disk partition for the method to work, the CM installed will do it for you. Also if u have an International i9300 version u need not do a single thing yourself. Just start the setup and sit back and relax. Just follow my method to the letter and you can have a great custom ROM with root access in no time.
MOST Importantly - You can go to stock firmware of samsung but this time you will have to use odin instead of Kies to do that. You won't be able to use Kies once you have installed a custom ROM, but trust me that's a small price to pay for a very efficient ROM.
You do not need to know the IMEI or EFS number though i would suggest u still make a note of it somewhere in case ur phone is lost. Prevention is always better Message me if u have any queries. Cheers!
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Hi [email protected][email protected]
I used Heimdall in Ubuntu and I managed to root and put SuperSU on my phone ! I also put TWRP recovery on as well and then did a backup of my stock ROM. I am now ready for some ROM flashing!
I am unsure whether to go for CM11 or something like Tamasek's CM12.1 ROM. Have you used Tamasek's ROM before? Thinking about it for the first flash I think I will use CM11 snapshot and arter97 kernel. Then I will nandroid backup and then I have a stable ROM/kernel combo to fall back on in the future.
Looking at arter97 kernel can you tell me about f2fs support and how I get it? Does it speed up certain parts of the memory? Is it worth flashing? Also, the kernel mentions touch wake. Is this available for the S3?
Cheers.
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Hello Warren,
Good to hear that you are having fun with your new phone.
Firstly yes i have used Tamasek's/JustArchie's CM12.1 ROM and it's quite good to be honest. So first i'll talk about it then i'll come to the kernel.
So 12.1 yes, the most noticeable change android L 5.1, all good, nice appearance, but i would say just think again for a bit.
A comparison between the two is a mammoth task but i'll try to brief it for you and tell you why i like the CM11 better even though it has android KK. It's upto to you though what you choose to flash. i even have a nice tip for you in the end
So first let's see the CM12.1 -
Quite stable, i used it for like a month or so for testing and got a good result. The performance was at par with the rest of the ROM available for S3. The Graphics, Audio and Processing quality is also good and is suitable for light use. Here's the catch though, Firstly the Gaaps, many gaaps available Android L are not compatible with the unofficial 12.1 so u'll have to look around to find the correct set of Gaaps.
Secondly i personally find that the CM 11 has a much neat finish as compared to CM 12.1, i don't really care about the android version as for me if i can have all the features of android L in a more stable KitKat ROM i don't usually upgrade my ROM. THe reasons are very simple
Firstly it's Unofficial, No Nightlies, rare updates. Also the unofficial ROM is alive only till the Developer is still working on it. Once he stops his work it's a very slim chance that you can get your bugs fixed.
As for the Official one, there are thousands of forums on Solutions to various Bugs and Numerous customization options. We can't really know whether the unofficial 12.1 supports all the things available for the official ROM.
Based on Performance both the ROMS perform equally, there's a camera Bug in the 12.1 which can be a problem sometimes but rest is all good.
On a personal side [not really of importance] i like the Calculator of the CM 11 better than CM 12.1.
Now the Kernel - arter97 is simply amazing, The most noticeable changes are - 1800 GHz overclocking [yeah from 1400 to 1800 BOOM!],
the Knock feature - Tap the screen to unlock the phone, no need to use any buttons, Battery Tweaks etc.
Also it used a custom engine to allocate the Files to various partitions to the memory so yeah it saves space plus we can even Increase our RAM a bit by using the Internal Memory of the Phone.
I am a Hardcore Gamer and use my phone to the limit sometimes [ Playing Asphalt 8, Real Racing, GTA: San-Andreas, FIFA 15 and WWE Immortals can take it's toll on the phone.] these games require very high end phones but with this kernel they all run liquid smooth on my phone without even a slightest bit of lag. So yeah i would surely recommend arter97's Kernel. PLUS u get Boeffla Audio Engine which is an added BOnuS
Touch WIZ -- Not Necessary, I flashed it using TWRP and it worked Just fine.
f2f - f2f has better memory allotments and it's pre configured, we usually don't have to enable it, it's much better than extD though.
TIP - arter97 supports dual Booting so you can even enjoy cm12.1 and cm 11 at the same tine [Dual Booting i'll cover in the next post if you have a problem doing it ]
-----> Also U can use the Siyah Kernal, which work's just fine and even has an amazing Boot Image but now as much features as arter's.
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Thanks for your reply. Sure, if you have something that will allow me to unlock my Verizon Galaxy S3 bootloader, that would be great! Is that what your verizon instructions will allow me to do? I've never heard of any way of doing this, so that would be great if it works! Btw, I am running 4.4.2. Thanks again!
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Hello,
well i have two methods for Verizon Phones, One i have tried myself the other one was tested by one of my friends,
For the First one -
Using Odin Use the Chainfire's Auto Root Application to give root access to your phone. https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/ This application in turn also unlocks the bootloader and hence you can easily install further ROM's. Check the Xda general Samsung forum to learn how to use Odin if u don't know , or just message me
Second - This Method requires Root Access on you r Phone. THere's an app on Google Play named "EZ Unlock" to unlock the bootloader , I think this app can help you out but i haven't tried it myself so i can't really comment. But looking at the reviews i would say that this app really works. ----> http://www.mediafire.com/download/qozzz1p43kxzs3z/EZ-Unlock14.apk
Here's a custom Recovery that can help too - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2797314
Cheers!
Hi..I did a search but i am completely confused and bewildered by the vast amount of different posts and opinions in threads..so i apologise if this has broken any rules.
Basically i have a stock s3 i9300 (uk) with original samsung jellybean 4.3 rom,I am getting a bit sick of it now (and the bloat) and i am looking to move on to something more appealing..I have already rooted and installed Rom Manager and CWM..i was wondering what the "Best Simplistic dark themed (small footprint) rom" to go for As i want minimal installed size to make the most of my 16gb memory,i dont mind which android version as long as the process is easy and the battery life is among the best available..And of course it is as stable as my current Samsung android rom..
i would really appreciate any valued veteran guidance..many thanks.
[email protected][email protected] said:
Hello,
well i have two methods for Verizon Phones, One i have tried myself the other one was tested by one of my friends,
For the First one -
Using Odin Use the Chainfire's Auto Root Application to give root access to your phone. https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/ This application in turn also unlocks the bootloader and hence you can easily install further ROM's. Check the Xda general Samsung forum to learn how to use Odin if u don't know , or just message me
Second - This Method requires Root Access on you r Phone. THere's an app on Google Play named "EZ Unlock" to unlock the bootloader , I think this app can help you out but i haven't tried it myself so i can't really comment. But looking at the reviews i would say that this app really works. ----> http://www.mediafire.com/download/qozzz1p43kxzs3z/EZ-Unlock14.apk
Here's a custom Recovery that can help too - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2797314
Cheers!
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Thanks for the info! I looked on a Chainfire thread here on xda to see if others have done what I would be attempting to do with my Verizon S3, but I don't see anyone else saying they've used this method to unlock their bootloader & install roms. By chance, do you know any place on this forum or any others that talk about peoples' successes using this method on a Verizon S3? I'm a little nervous about attempting this method without knowing that lots of other people have done so successfully.... Thanks for your help & your understanding of my feelings on this.
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Hello XDA ..
i got my N4 for 4 months however
i want to root and install a rom ..
what do i know about this pretty much nothing ..
what i can think of root is a way to make u the developer of the phone so u can use it complelty
and rom is like a windows of the phone [ operating system ] so i wanted a rom to delte my stupid samsung apps that
make my ram full and drain my big battery in useless stuff ..
now after i did root my note 4 on 5.0.1 i was scared af ! but it worked didn't realy use it but in ads blocking
i wanted to download simplrom but i knew 5.1.1 is coming and then i updated to it via odin
now i can't root my 5.1.1 the easy way !! i want to root then update to the next 5.1.1 simplrom srs what da hell is BOOTLOADER and Kernel AND MODEM !
in googy max kernel that's so famous ,, u can use it via odin how ever
it says - CPU Voltage control (Deltas up to +/- 100 mV)
- CPU Clock control (A53: 200MHz -> 1800MHz / A57: 500MHz -> 2100 Mhz)
- GPU Voltage control (Deltas up to +/- 100 mV)
- GPU Clock control (266MHz -> 800MHz)
wait what !! is that an OVERCLOCK like in pc / wow in a massive number upgrade :silly:
my phone gets hot enough for me and i don't realy like to get it even much hotter ! ..
and the kernel does alot of other things ... including that i can't root without one BUT WAIT !
am a normal user that knows nothing but a normal phone how can i know if there is a bug of the kernel if i don't even know
what da hell is it !! same goes for modem i know nothing about it .. and bootloader ..
please help and explain the easy way as i'm not an english pro :cyclops:
it looks like the kernel is ssomething that controls the device performance but why wouldn't i use the stock one //
Boody hegan said:
Hello XDA ..
i got my N4 for 4 months however
i want to root and install a rom ..
what do i know about this pretty much nothing ..
what i can think of root is a way to make u the developer of the phone so u can use it complelty
and rom is like a windows of the phone [ operating system ] so i wanted a rom to delte my stupid samsung apps that
make my ram full and drain my big battery in useless stuff ..
now after i did root my note 4 on 5.0.1 i was scared af ! but it worked didn't realy use it but in ads blocking
i wanted to download simplrom but i knew 5.1.1 is coming and then i updated to it via odin
now i can't root my 5.1.1 the easy way !! i want to root then update to the next 5.1.1 simplrom srs what da hell is BOOTLOADER and Kernel AND MODEM !
in googy max kernel that's so famous ,, u can use it via odin how ever
it says - CPU Voltage control (Deltas up to +/- 100 mV)
- CPU Clock control (A53: 200MHz -> 1800MHz / A57: 500MHz -> 2100 Mhz)
- GPU Voltage control (Deltas up to +/- 100 mV)
- GPU Clock control (266MHz -> 800MHz)
wait what !! is that an OVERCLOCK like in pc / wow in a massive number upgrade :silly:
my phone gets hot enough for me and i don't realy like to get it even much hotter ! ..
and the kernel does alot of other things ... including that i can't root without one BUT WAIT !
am a normal user that knows nothing but a normal phone how can i know if there is a bug of the kernel if i don't even know
what da hell is it !! same goes for modem i know nothing about it .. and bootloader ..
please help and explain the easy way as i'm not an english pro :cyclops:
it looks like the kernel is ssomething that controls the device performance but why wouldn't i use the stock one //
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First, don't be confused with all the jargon/technical terms.
Just use the phone as usual & flash (not install) anything you need/want by following the instruction thoroughly.
Second, let me explain everything as simple as possible:
KERNEL is the core of any OS (Operating System).
It does anything the phone needs without you know it.
Without it your phone is kinda expensive paper weight but it is still recoverable as long as it has a BOOTLOADER.
A ROM is a collection of software + a KERNEL so that a user can make use of the hardware (the phone)
A BOOTLOADER is in charge to "wake up" your phone as soon as the power button is presses & then load anything needed for the phone to be functional.
Without it, your phone is a very expensive brick.
A MODEM is in charge to connect you to the network(s), specially to the phone network(s).
And yes you can over/downclock your phone using some custom KERNEL, but.....if you unfamiliar with it or any tech terms...DON'T DO IT! It can bring you an EXPENSIVE brick.
Just do what you usually do.
In the case of our Phone, the right term for putting a ROM inside the phone & similar processes is called FLASH(ING).
It is entirely different between FLASHING & INSTALLING.
INSTALLING an app/software has a minimum risk of ruining your phone without the chance to recover it again.
INSTALL process occurs in the "Read & Write" part of the storage
FLASHING on the other hand has a much higher risk as if you doing it the wrong way it will "destroy" your phone FOREVER without any chances of recovery.
FLASH process occurs in the "Read Only" part of the storage.
That's why you need to read all instruction carefully before doing any FLASHING.
I hope this explanation give you a better understanding about your phone.
....And yes, this section is not for Q&A. Next time post your thread in the correct section
d4rkkn16ht said:
First, don't be confused with all the jargon/technical terms.
Just use the phone as usual & flash (not install) anything you need/want by following the instruction thoroughly.
Second, let me explain everything as simple as possible:
KERNEL is the core of any OS (Operating System).
It does anything the phone needs without you know it.
Without it your phone is kinda expensive paper weight but it is still recoverable as long as it has a BOOTLOADER.
A ROM is a collection of software + a KERNEL so that a user can make use of the hardware (the phone)
A BOOTLOADER is in charge to "wake up" your phone as soon as the power button is presses & then load anything needed for the phone to be functional.
Without it, your phone is a very expensive brick.
A MODEM is in charge to connect you to the network(s), specially to the phone network(s).
And yes you can over/downclock your phone using some custom KERNEL, but.....if you unfamiliar with it or any tech terms...DON'T DO IT! It can bring you an EXPENSIVE brick.
Just do what you usually do.
In the case of our Phone, the right term for putting a ROM inside the phone & similar processes is called FLASH(ING).
It is entirely different between FLASHING & INSTALLING.
INSTALLING an app/software has a minimum risk of ruining your phone without the chance to recover it again.
INSTALL process occurs in the "Read & Write" part of the storage
FLASHING on the other hand has a much higher risk as if you doing it the wrong way it will "destroy" your phone FOREVER without any chances of recovery.
FLASH process occurs in the "Read Only" part of the storage.
That's why you need to read all instruction carefully before doing any FLASHING.
I hope this explanation give you a better understanding about your phone.
....And yes, this section is not for Q&A. Next time post your thread in the correct section
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Lol thx ..
I didn't get the oc part .. ao the kernel makes me able to oc not oc it itself ?
What happens if i change the modem .. and do i have to change it after flashing a rom ?
My modem is coi4 ..
When some guys flash a kernel sometimes they say they got bootloads ..
And finally do i need to change the bootloader as well after rom ?
Thx alot
Boody hegan said:
Lol thx ..
I didn't get the oc part .. ao the kernel makes me able to oc not oc it itself ?
What happens if i change the modem .. and do i have to change it after flashing a rom ?
My modem is coi4 ..
When some guys flash a kernel sometimes they say they got bootloads ..
And finally do i need to change the bootloader as well after rom ?
Thx alot
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Some KERNEL has been OCed out of the box & some kernel hasn't.
Some of them can be OC & some of them can't.
No one knows if your phone will still works if you change the MODEM with incompatible one & only a fool does that.
Usually a STOCK ROM is a package of KERNEL,BOOTLOADER,ROM Softwares,RECOVERY & MODEM.
Custom ROMs on the other hand can remove or add some parts of it.
REMEMBER TO READ ALL INFORMATION & INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU REGRET DOING FOOLISH THINGS!!
d4rkkn16ht said:
Some KERNEL has been OCed out of the box & some kernel hasn't.
Some of them can be OC & some of them can't.
No one knows if your phone will still works if you change the MODEM with incompatible one & only a fool does that.
Usually a STOCK ROM is a package of KERNEL,BOOTLOADER,ROM Softwares,RECOVERY & MODEM.
Custom ROMs on the other hand can remove or add some parts of it.
REMEMBER TO READ ALL INFORMATION & INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU REGRET DOING FOOLISH THINGS!!
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I'm starting to get it
So if the rom is the same modem as my phone
Then i don't have to flash one ?
How can i know if it's already oc'ed or not .. and which kernel do u recommend for an idiot like me ... i just want better battery performance and faster phone
And why some developers post boot loaders with their rom ... why would i change it
From atock anyway ? Much apreciated
Boody hegan said:
I'm starting to get it
So if the rom is the same modem as my phone
Then i don't have to flash one ?
How can i know if it's already oc'ed or not .. and which kernel do u recommend for an idiot like me ... i just want better battery performance and faster phone
And why some developers post boot loaders with their rom ... why would i change it
From atock anyway ? Much apreciated
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Man,keep your phone as is,and read about things for 10 days or so !!!
Boody hegan said:
I'm starting to get it
So if the rom is the same modem as my phone
Then i don't have to flash one ?
How can i know if it's already oc'ed or not .. and which kernel do u recommend for an idiot like me ... i just want better battery performance and faster phone
And why some developers post boot loaders with their rom ... why would i change it
From atock anyway ? Much apreciated
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The only answer for this question is READ & READ again.
Read everything & ask the ROM author if you have any questions about the ROM.
So I have been searching around on the forums and only one post about this phone. here
First of all I've read that Kingroot can root the phone even if it says the phone is unsupported, if anyone has tried it please report what happened after a week into the root (permanent, problems with root permission etc.). here
Secondly , I have seen the TWRP recovery available for the device even though it has issues here. Will the phone be supported ever, at all, in any way? I know its new and not so popular but even the small minority that has the phone wants to get a taste of a rom since it most probably wont get lollipop or marshmallow even with the new cpu.
Please bear in mind that this thread is for all of the s4 mini plus users to contribute and help with rooting etc if they are more skilled. Personally im kind of a newb and i want to learn.
Have a good day
I own the device, and rooting with king root works perfectly, and I can advice anyone rooting this device with kingroot, to install supersume, it replaces kingroot with SuperSU, easily at a click of a button, as I know most people prefer the Superb interface and options!
Could someone make a performance benchmark?
For my GT-I9195I Antutu 6.0.1 says:
22440:
3D - 327
UX - 7804
CPU - 10376
RAM 3933
The 3D tests were around 1fps
Where can I get the GT-i9192i and GT-i9195i?
My S4 Mini plus Antutu 6.0.1
Score: 22116
My S4 Mini I9195 Antutt 5.7.1
Score: 23516
Hey, so we have a dev porting CM11 as we speak and he's looking for testers. All the talk is happening on a group on Viber. Whoever wants to test or keep up to date, PM me your phone number and I'll add you to the Viber group
Sent from my GT-I9195I using XDA-Developers mobile app
Hello, I'd like to find a custom rom that doesn't have any useless power wasting phone slowing functions, But instead focuses on performance, Any one you recommend?
Please refrain from replying with unhelpful and useless answers
Pleashelpimhlpls said:
Hello, I'd like to find a custom rom that doesn't have any useless power wasting phone slowing functions, But instead focuses on performance, Any one you recommend?
Please refrain from replying with unhelpful and useless answers
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Try not to word it like that next time, it comes across as ignorant and disrespectful even though you may not mean it that way. People will be tempted to write unhelpful and useless answers as a result. useless power wasting phone slowing functions - very subjective and vague. Please refrain from replying with unhelpful and useless answers - don't have this attitude when you're asking for help.
Try something like " I'd like to find a custom ROM that has a focus on performance. I use my phone for x , y and z. I am/ am not concerned about battery life, but I'd like it to last a whole day. I prefer an AOSP/Touchwiz based ROM. I would appreciate if anyone could give me any ROM suggestions"
Now that we got that out of the way. There is also a fair bit of info that could assist in finding the best ROM for you. What do you use your phone for? games? photos? messaging? internet browsing? any particular apps you use often? Is battery life important to you? Do you prefer AOSP or Touchwiz? what have you tried? how did that work out for you? What phone model?
Most ROMS come with these "useless power wasting phone slowing functions" because the developer wants it to work for a variety of people who all use their phone differently. If you don't like an app/ function, uninstall it. There are also ROMs that come with nothing much + AROMA to chuck in apps you want. e.g. Superlite, Xtrestolite
In absence of the extra details, I can suggest Superlite or Xtrestolite (lollipop, no longer supported - but I use and its great ) for Touchwiz. AOSP Roms such as Lineage, CrDdroid, Resurrection Remix may suit you too, but they have disadvantages - mainly battery, some sensors and camera.
I hope this helped. Pls provide more details if you would like suggestions tailored to your needs.
Eggleston11 said:
Try not to word it like that next time, it comes across as ignorant and disrespectful even though you may not mean it that way. People will be tempted to write unhelpful and useless answers as a result. useless power wasting phone slowing functions - very subjective and vague. Please refrain from replying with unhelpful and useless answers - don't have this attitude when you're asking for help.
Try something like " I'd like to find a custom ROM that has a focus on performance. I use my phone for x , y and z. I am/ am not concerned about battery life, but I'd like it to last a whole day. I prefer an AOSP/Touchwiz based ROM. I would appreciate if anyone could give me any ROM suggestions"
Now that we got that out of the way. There is also a fair bit of info that could assist in finding the best ROM for you. What do you use your phone for? games? photos? messaging? internet browsing? any particular apps you use often? Is battery life important to you? Do you prefer AOSP or Touchwiz? what have you tried? how did that work out for you? What phone model?
Most ROMS come with these "useless power wasting phone slowing functions" because the developer wants it to work for a variety of people who all use their phone differently. If you don't like an app/ function, uninstall it. There are also ROMs that come with nothing much + AROMA to chuck in apps you want. e.g. Superlite, Xtrestolite
In absence of the extra details, I can suggest Superlite or Xtrestolite (lollipop, no longer supported - but I use and its great ) for Touchwiz. AOSP Roms such as Lineage, CrDdroid, Resurrection Remix may suit you too, but they have disadvantages - mainly battery, some sensors and camera.
I hope this helped. Pls provide more details if you would like suggestions tailored to your needs.
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You're right, I' apologize.
I have a galaxy S5 g906s, i'd like to use it to play games, And i have no idea what you mean by touchwiz or aosp haha, And battery life isn't important to me as long as i squeeze out any potential performance increase
Pleashelpimhlpls said:
You're right, I' apologize.
I have a galaxy S5 g906s, i'd like to use it to play games, And i have no idea what you mean by touchwiz or aosp haha, And battery life isn't important to me as long as i squeeze out any potential performance increase
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AOSP - based on stock android e.g. pixel, nexus
touchwiz, based on samsung's software e.g. the stock one your phone came with
I am not too familiar with that model. It is an uncommon model so there is not as much development being done on it as far as I understand. I have done some research for you and found:
A page that discusses ROMs and kernels for korean models.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/general/korean-s5-900slk-custom-roms-t3253136
The ROMs are all ports and some AOSP here. I wouldn't go any of them if I wanted performance, other than maybe cyanogenmod TBH.
a link to TWRP, which will help you flash the custom ROM/ kernel you choose.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/development/recovery-twrp-recovery-v2-8-7-0-t3199011
If I were you and wanted best performance and dont care about battery life, given the poor development scene, I would keep the stock ROM, root and flash a custom kernel, then overclock and adjust voltages accordingly. Hispasian kernel is that one they have there, no idea about its features. It is an android 5.1 kernel, so make sure you are on that firmware when you flash.
Any questions, let us know. And if anyone is more familiar with this model, feel free to chime in.
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Eggleston11 said:
AOSP - based on stock android e.g. pixel, nexus
touchwiz, based on samsung's software e.g. the stock one your phone came with
I am not too familiar with that model. It is an uncommon model so there is not as much development being done on it as far as I understand. I have done some research for you and found:
A page that discusses ROMs and kernels for korean models.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/general/korean-s5-900slk-custom-roms-t3253136
The ROMs are all ports and some AOSP here. I wouldn't go any of them if I wanted performance, other than maybe cyanogenmod TBH.
a link to TWRP, which will help you flash the custom ROM/ kernel you choose.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/development/recovery-twrp-recovery-v2-8-7-0-t3199011
If I were you and wanted best performance and dont care about battery life, given the poor development scene, I would keep the stock ROM, root and flash a custom kernel, then overclock and adjust voltages accordingly. Hispasian kernel is that one they have there, no idea about its features. It is an android 5.1 kernel, so make sure you are on that firmware when you flash.
Any questions, let us know. And if anyone is more familiar with this model, feel free to chime in.
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Okay so, I have my phone rooted, And i spent the whole day trying to flash my device with a custom recovery, I tried TWRP and some other stuff, I flashed it with Odin on my computer But when i try to boot into recovery mode, The phone restarts normally, Or when i download CWM and select the TWRP recovery and tap on boot into recovery mode, The phone just loops, I had to go into download mode and flash it again for it to start normally.
Given that, Can you tell me what a kernel is and how to flash it?
Can you also tell me how to manually do this overclock thing and adjusting voltages? I have no idea how to, And my various expeditions into installing custom rom into my phone has been driving my nuts crazy, I found out about all of these when i stumbled upon bloatwares btw, Which might be the reason why all of my S3's and note 2 were having crap performance a few months after the purchase
And thanks for your time
Pleashelpimhlpls said:
Okay so, I have my phone rooted, And i spent the whole day trying to flash my device with a custom recovery, I tried TWRP and some other stuff, I flashed it with Odin on my computer But when i try to boot into recovery mode, The phone restarts normally, Or when i download CWM and select the TWRP recovery and tap on boot into recovery mode, The phone just loops, I had to go into download mode and flash it again for it to start normally.
Given that, Can you tell me what a kernel is and how to flash it?
Can you also tell me how to manually do this overclock thing and adjusting voltages? I have no idea how to, And my various expeditions into installing custom rom into my phone has been driving my nuts crazy, I found out about all of these when i stumbled upon bloatwares btw, Which might be the reason why all of my S3's and note 2 were having crap performance a few months after the purchase
And thanks for your time
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"But when i try to boot into recovery mode, The phone restarts normally" => you are probably doing it wrong then, even if TWRP patch doesn't work, you still should boot to the stock recovery. For all the models that I've tried, its been the same, I have linked a video for S7 edge, should be the same for your model (this video shows pretty much how I would go about TWRP). I couldnt find one for S5.
Just odin flash, making sure that reboot is not ticked. Then boot into download mode (volume up + home + power at the same time. press and hold in that order (its just easier) and hold down all until phone boots).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2rUfsoBkgE
I've never used CWM in my life lol. So I wont try to give advice on that.
A kernel controls the CPU, voltage, GPU, memory etc. like pretty much everything. As far as I understand, stock is not ideal or impossible to overclock. The custom kernel will allow you to overclock. Once you have twrp then you can flash a kernel with the install button on the menu. ensure that cache and davlik/ART cache is wiped (pre or post install, doesnt really matter). Do not forget to backup EFS at the very least (in the backup menu). The kernel page will tell you the developer's recommended installation method though. Make sure you look up the kernel features, not all kernels allow overclock. Make sure the kernel is compatible with your model and version of android.
I personally do not recommend overclock as it may cause system instabilities. But that may be because I dont play games on phone and dont require that much performance. I'm only supplying you with knowledge. The general disclaimer is that I am not responsible if something goes wrong and your phone bricks, explodes etc. I never made you do these mods. Phones are usually pretty resilient to overclock though.
If you need any kernel or TWRP help, I'm happy to help but bear in mind that I would not have used any of the kernels for your model nor have I used TWRP for your model. TWRP and kernels are pretty consistent across models as far as I know though.
Happy flashing!