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[GT-N5100]4.4.2 Kitkat Changes and Bugs!

Hello everyone! Today I will give you the changes of Android 4.4.2 Kitkat on the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 GT-N5100
So first of all, after flashing the update or updating via OTA you notice White Status Bar Icons and the UI is a bit darker.
The Multi Window lines are smoother and instead of having an arrow on the screen, you just swipe your finger from the right.
Toast messages also were changed. The "Recent Apps"(Long Press Home Button) Words are now bigger.There is also a new thing in "About Device" its called "SE for Android Status" and by default its "Enforcing".
The icons of some system apps also changed. The icons in the Settings also changed.
Instead of a Binary Counter which can be reset, we now have a Knox Counter which cannot.
Our Task Manager also changed, and UI Improvements. Driving Mode turned into "Hands-Free Mode".
There are also Battery Life Imrpovements, Performance Improvements and GPS turned into Location.
You can also record your screen without an app or root! Just use a PC via USB Cable. (No instructions sorry, this is just a changelog sort of thing.)
Accessibility issue fixed.
A few keyboard improvements, new S Note,a few bug fixes and when turn off and on your phone, theres a new effect!
When using a screen recorder you will get Internal Audio Recording.
New Setting! Its called "Default Applications" Below "Applications"
We also have new apps! (Music Hub,Video Hub, etc.)
BUGS:
-Reading Mode in Auto Brightness is dark.
-While updating to 4.4.2 all the apps in External SD are going to Force Close
-Sometimes while charging instead of the real percent of how much battery you have, it turns it into 100% (e.g. you have 82% and then suddenly its 100%)
-On some apps the new KitKat toast message is reverted back to the old Jellybean Toast Message.
a_sh_ said:
Another bug - OS crashes and force reboots when you press alt+tab on external bluetooth keyboard (seems like they have removed alternative "recents" panel). Also the layouts for external kbs are wrong - numbers row, for example, in Russian actually follows English standards (so you cannot get " of : symbols for example).
Had to switch to cm11 with less efficient and stable multiwindow solutions (xfloatingwindow + multiwindowsidebar)
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What is SE for Android?
SE for Android is really a form of SELinux which enables administrators to control what other users can and cannot do with their account. History of SELinux, it was originally used by the Department of Defense to manage which users could access certain parts of the system. We didn't want someone without the proper clearance to have access to the same systems that control our missile defense system.
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Thanks Mattix724!
If I theres a missing feature/bug please post a comment down below to inform me.
Sorry guys I got no screenshots again. I dont know how to.
Wanna update? Go to my post!

Could you please confirm changes in reading mode described http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52931029?

hhrun88 said:
Could you please confirm changes in reading mode described http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52931029?
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I'm on Civz 4.4.2 rom and Reading Mode still working for me, but when using auto brightness it is definitely much darker than before with 4.2.2. So I just untick auto brightness and adjust manually when using reading mode now. When I'm done I turn auto-brightness back on and turn off reading mode. Hope this helps.

4.2.2 auto brightness was to dark for my taste, I haven't looked yet but did the magazine ui make?
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There are now two binary counters, one for how many times the device has been flashed using Odin which can be reset using Triangle Away and Knox to indicate the device has been flashed at least once with unofficial firmware. Knox cannot be reset even if you flash the original firmware.
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SE for Android is really a form of SELinux which enables administrators to control what other users can and cannot do with their account. History of SELinux, it was originally used by the Department of Defense to manage which users could access certain parts of the system. We didn't want someone without the proper clearance to have access to the same systems that control our missile defense system.
Do we really need SELinux for Android? In my opinion no, but for example Android is being used for educational purposes currently because it is much cheaper than buying hundreds of desktop computers that run Windows. In this situation you would need SELinux to manage what a student does or does not have access to. There are now apps for teachers and administrators to change these permissions on the fly and to launch a program on all devices at once.
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Thread Update
You cannot reset the Knox Counter, thanks for telling me!

Added bugs! Can anyone tell mw how to edit the name of the thread?

Is there anything worth to upgrade to KK?
As far as I read, there are some new problems and limitation(for example SD operations), and nothing new (except UI which is doesn't matter for me).
Are there real new features?

LomDiV said:
Is there anything worth to upgrade to KK?
As far as I read, there are some new problems and limitation(for example SD operations), and nothing new (except UI which is doesn't matter for me).
Are there real new features?
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S Note updated to SDK 3 and turning on/off effect changed, also performance and battery improvements

John Shenon Uy said:
S Note updated to SDK 3 and turning on/off effect changed, also performance and battery improvements
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Thank you for answer.
It looks like nothing usefull for me.
I'm completely satisfied with "performance and battery" on 4.2.2.
On the other hand I'm using SD a lot.
I'll keep 4.2.2 because I don't see any advantage of 4.4.2

LomDiV said:
Is there anything worth to upgrade to KK?
As far as I read, there are some new problems and limitation(for example SD operations), and nothing new (except UI which is doesn't matter for me).
Are there real new features?
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CivZ rom fixed the sd card issue, and battery life has improved with4.4.2.

sefrcoko said:
CivZ rom fixed the sd card issue, and battery life has improved with4.4.2.
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Thank you, but as I said I'm completely satisfied with "performance and battery" on 4.2.2. .
That is mean after upgrage, root and rom change I'll get the same as I have now.

LomDiV said:
Thank you, but as I said I'm completely satisfied with "performance and battery" on 4.2.2. .
That is mean after upgrage, root and rom change I'll get the same as I have now.
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Personal choice after all . Just letting you know what some of the improvements are.

sefrcoko said:
Personal choice after all . Just letting you know what some of the improvements are.
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Any app out there that can fix it? (With root or without root)

John Shenon Uy said:
Any app out there that can fix it? (With root or without root)
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There are many apps that can help the performance and battery life of this device with and without root. Obviously having root will allow certain apps to get down to the system level to make tweaks and changes to the way the system works and how it handles every day operations.
Some of my recommended apps that require root are...
SetCPU - The name says it all, it allows you to change to minimum and maximum clock speeds of the CPU. I leave the minimum at 200Mhz and the maximum at 1000Mhz which I could honestly get by with only 800Mhz since this has 4 cores.
Greenify - This app will allow you to "Greenify" any app that you do not need running in the background at all times. Similar to freezing an app but it can be launched at any time without defrosting. The app will hibernate again when you are not using it.
Xposed Framework - This will allow you to make changes/tweaks to your current setup without actually making any permanent changes. Modules can be enabled and disabled on the fly, simply toggle and reboot and the change is effective immediately. There are hundreds of modules for different things, some may do the same and more than others. Play with them, tweak to your liking. You can't mess anything up using Xposed.
Viper4Android - The best audio engine that I've ever used on any Android device. Want a simple equalizer this is the app for you, want a more complex audio engine this is also the app for you.
Titanium Backup - The number one backup/restore application on the market. Backup your apps and app data before flashing a new rom, restore after flashing. This allows you to save your current data while allowing you to perform a factory reset and doing a clean flash of the new rom to prevent any possible bugs due to old conflicting system data.
Triangle Away - Flash new firmware often? Want to clear your counter? This is a must have app from the great developer Chainfire and it is constantly updated when it needs to be updated.
Mobile Odin - Another must have app if you are flashing anything on your device when using a PC for Odin is just not an option. Flash kernels, recoveries, entire systems. Root the new system during the flashing process, wipe the cache, etc.
Root Explorer - Simply the best root file manager available for Android devices.
Busybox by stericson - If you're rooted you will need the latest busybox for your system.
I can name many more essential root applications but these are among my top must have apps for every rom I use.
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S Note hasnt changed for me.....is the same SNote I had in 4.2.2
How did you do to update it?

titotito1983 said:
S Note hasnt changed for me.....is the same SNote I had in 4.2.2
How did you do to update it?
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S Note Updated, try to take a screenshot using S Pen

[Q] KNOX Warraty Void
Hi guys!
I have one trouble, my N5100 has one Knox warraty void. How to reset it?

You forgot the s-pen offset (inaccuracy) it is like 2 mm from the point. Thanks!!!
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UltramanKing said:
Hi guys!
I have one trouble, my N5100 has one Knox warraty void. How to reset it?
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Until now you can not... This flag (i will remain at 1 once triggered) appear when you put a custom recovery, kernel or you root your device via CFAutoRoot.
More info at:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2447832
Regards.

Xperia Z3+ Nougat Review.....

:fingers-crossed::laugh:
YouTube Link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjR2PxJmcsk

ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF THIS ANDROID 7 ON Z3+.
Advantages..
1. Battery is lasting more than MM.
2. Stamina mode comes with 3 level stamina features.
3. Split Screen Apps are awesome.
4. Heating is less, I think they avhieved that by closing the background apps.
5.Camera app doesnt heatup the phone and lasts open till 5 min( I checked for 5 minutes only may be it ll show heating warning after that, I just dont know about it).
6. Now both the wallpaper and lockscreen can be handled easily with the same option WALLPAPER provided at SETTING app.
Disadvantages.
1. The Icons for the apps CONTACTS, MESSAGING, PHONE, CAMERA are so ugly.
2. One cannot go to the homepage by clicking recent navbar and then by clicking at the clear space of the recent apps menu.
3. While phone is locked the phone doesnt react to double tap unlock like it used to be in MM.
4. While the phone is locked the Icons of battery, network, clock etc are placed slightly lower than the Icons placed in the unlocked screen. LOCKING UNLOCKING CREATES AN UGLY LOOK OF MISPLACEMENT OF THESE ICONS.
5. The Battery icon in the status bar is too weird. ( Doesnt like it look).
6. The Data traffic indicator ( the small arrows up and down are way too small, the indicator which shows below 2g, 3g, H+ and LTE on the status bar)
7. They removed the option of selecting the FOCUS MODE in the camera app.
8. I compared the pictures taken by my phone when its in LP, MM AND N, I must say in LP this phone used to capture photos brilliantly, in MM the pics are somewhat lower than LP. But in N the pics quality are not upto marks. I think thats all because of this focus thing. Now the phone focus the way it wants to).
9. Remove/ Quit apps wisely, I am downloading some apps from UC BROWSER and then I exit the app and keep the downloading in the background but when I cleared the app from the recent apps list just to make my recent app section to look empty, it stopped my downloading too and the APP UC BROWSER was completely shut. (This option is in LP TOO BUT NOT IN MM) So close apps wisely.
11. They abandoned the small apps, Yes they are there but not easily accessible, now accessing small apps are quit pain in the ASS.
12. The apps in the Recent apps looks very big.
13. New quick tiles are good but one cannot direct shut data from there.
Thats all dear Fellas, I like the UI OF MM more than this N.
I THINK SONY JUST BAKED THIS N FOR US IN HURRY.
If I missed anything than please guys you can add that on your comments.

I really think the Android N update is very good for this device. Camera quality has improved in N - try some low light shots - noise is much lower. The UI is very fluid.

For my device not update notice for now...but I see that in Russia update is out in these days...
So, for now I can't comment about N on my Z3+...but thank you very much for this thread...I hope more users tell opinions about this new update...
I would like to learn more about:
- camera is more fast or not, compared to MM? About picture quality seems the two different opinions are contrary..so, other user opinion about camera?
- N as it looks in terms of reactivity on our device?
- Audio? From speakers and in headset? There are some new optimizations or similar?
Thanks in advance to all

I checked xpericheck and Ru customisation and in ARENT THERE! They delete it or what?

kiosk123 said:
I checked xpericheck and Ru customisation and in ARENT THERE! They delete it or what?
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Yes..seems that deleted on every customization...

DomusX10 said:
Yes..seems that deleted on every customization...
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Why? Maybe they add some features (manual camera settings etc.) or this update have many erros....

kiosk123 said:
Why? Maybe they add some features (manual camera settings etc.) or this update have many erros....
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Hope that removed for the reasons you've mentioned :fingers-crossed:

Using Nougat Indian Firmware
Advantages-
1. Camera quality is better
2. Split screen
3. Smooth Ui
4. Performance Enhancment
5. Battery backup improved
6. Brightness dim Issue in sunlight is fixed upto great extent
7. Heating issue is much more solved
Disadvantages ( Huge list but Listing major one)
1. Touch issue (Lackness in touch sensitivity)
2. No manual Focus in Camera Menu
3. Sound Quality reduced (Vibrations in back panel)
4. Can't download apps frome playstore in Roaming.
5. Now we have to double tap to activate data from notification bar
So, its better to push updates for fixing these problems. I hope sony would release updates.

Number 4 and 5 from @ag_themes list are customisation dependent. Both are not present in Russian Nougat that also was on servers before withdrawal.
Also I don't have any touch issues. The sound problems mentioned are the main reason of update withdrawal.
Btw. No overheating is probably connected with reduced usage of a57 cores. Nougat uses them rarely comparing to marshmallow (some report says they are disabled in nougat).

Can someone upload Russian fw? I want to flash it

Using Android Nougat on India Version
Split Screen is advantage (but not many app support however you can force them to)
Slightly more responsive ( like 5 percent)
camera is same (with an added option in manual mode)
audio is also similar
i feel battery consumption when device is used is same ( maybe doze helps when phone is in sleep but i didnt notice much improvement)
My device hanged once (in youtube app). Restarted itself after 5 mins.
Indirect access to small apps ( i never really used them)
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Other things such as detailed (two taps to toggle) mobile data , wifi and bluetooth. Displays important things on settings , NOtification quick reply these are android N features sony didnt mess with
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I feel its an simple upgrade of API . Everything else is similar to MM.

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drigger_one said:
Using Android Nougat on India Version
Split Screen is advantage (but not many app support however you can force them to)
Slightly more responsive ( like 5 percent)
camera is same (with an added option in manual mode)
audio is also similar
i feel battery consumption when device is used is same ( maybe doze helps when phone is in sleep but i didnt notice much improvement)
My device hanged once (in youtube app). Restarted itself after 5 mins.
Indirect access to small apps ( i never really used them)
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Other things such as detailed (two taps to toggle) mobile data , wifi and bluetooth. Displays important things on settings , NOtification quick reply these are android N features sony didnt mess with
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I feel its an simple upgrade of API . Everything else is similar to MM.
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Is your phone is ringing on calls? Mine doesnt ringing from the day I updated to nougat.

Yes it is.
Make sure you have applied a ringtone and its not in Do Not Disturb mode.

arokososoo said:
Is your phone is ringing on calls? Mine doesnt ringing from the day I updated to nougat.
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Mine did the same thing. After restart it is working fine now.

Can someone share the ftf?

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waseemakhtar said:
Mine did the same thing. After restart it is working fine now.
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Not working even after restarting several times

arokososoo said:
Not working even after restarting several times
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Mine working fine after update. Try clean reflash and install apps from play store NOT from backup.

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[email protected] said:
Mine working fine after update. Try clean reflash and install apps from play store NOT from backup.
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HELLO PRASHAD, I HEARD YOU GET ROOT WITHOUT UNLOCKING BL? Some guy is spreading that news. Is it true?

arokososoo said:
HELLO PRASHAD, I HEARD YOU GET ROOT WITHOUT UNLOCKING BL? Some guy is spreading that news. Is it true?
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Nope, not true. With out bootloader unlock, it is impossible to root the device.
IOVYROOT will get temp root access to backup the TA Partition, but after reboot, the device loses the root access. It is only for taking backup, you can not modify the system. If you try to modify the system with temp root access, your device will be dead after reboot.

Joying Intel Head Unit Android 6 Update

Android 6 update is available below...
PLEASE NOTE: This is a one way street, no downgrading to android 5.
https://www.carjoying.com/Joying-blog/59.html
Jeep and TL123 (toyota) model are the only ones which use the low resolution ROM
Considering this was released today please be careful what risk you are taking.
I will be doing some tests and will report if I find any issue.. please send your bug reports to carjoying so they can be fixed.
Also we need an INTEL subcategory in the forum under Android Auto
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Passwords:
3368 for settings
8086 launchers
5768 menu backlight
Root and debug on
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72057022&postcount=12
- method 2 still work for root and SU
Google voice response works without hacking.
audio_policy.conf now supports usb dacs without modification
TomTom GO works without risky bootloader mod.
Viper4Android installs correctly
-with removal of deep buffer section in /system/etc/audio_policy.conf as per https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72060811&postcount=35
- https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72064749&postcount=41
The pull down white text color issue is fixed with play music and other apps
New Recovery
If you need to RE-FLASH the 6.0 firmware, you MUST rename 5009_20.zip to 5009_60.zip , otherwise the firmware will throw an error! yay! I just tested it and it WORKS!
Enable wireless adb https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=71616884&postcount=273
Enable split screen settings in debugging mode then you can split the screens from the task manager (post #84 & #103)
updated "no-kill" https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72102580&postcount=87
task killer removed and will call the google voice search from the 'SRC' button https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72153510&postcount=159
ADB enable easier way post #160: in the downloaded ROM zip,
"config.txt" inside the root firmware directory , just add "service.adb.tcp.port=5555" to the last line.
Spotify notifications work
google from any screen by velvet apk post #206 https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72179874&postcount=206
the CPU works a lot nicer, spending a lot of time at lower freqs when power is not needed
.when you get out of sleep the selected apps are no longer in split screen
you can't read the PMIC temperature anymore
when you set the DPI to 240 the upper bar gets huge and the apps still don't scale well
the bar gets white on Deezer, annoying at night,ugly looking (bug) picture attached
the iGO/Waze bug that makes the unit sleep after 5 minutes (instead of the normal 1 minute) from the moment the engine is off is still present. drawing .01-.05amp for that 5min.
MAY 8 2017 UPDATE
BUG Fixes , Bluetooth Issues solved and working well
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Steering wheel key customization
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...-units/joying-2gb-steering-wheel-key-t3543390
Tips and Tricks link:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...roll-joying-2gb-sofia-mtcb-mtcd-tips-t3555249

tomtom go
doctorman said:
Android 6 update is available below...
PLEASE NOTE: This is a one way street, no downgrading to android 5.
https://www.carjoying.com/Joying-blog/59.html
Considering this was released today please be careful what risk you are taking.
I will be doing some tests and will report if I find any issue.. please send your bug reports to carjoying so they can be fixed.
Also we need an INTEL subcategory in the forum under Android Auto
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It works tomtom go?

Again no detailed change log. Incredible.

I'd keep away until a few people have tried this.....

Beta release? Don't think I'd risk this on the head unit and end up without a working unit until they actually fix it.... "Fix some bugs" seems to be the extent of most of their change logs... hehe

someone guinea pig it

Looking forward to someone having the balls to flash this.
As a side note...why is everyone so excited about Android 6 on this unit...I don't see any features that would even make me update.

CadillacMike said:
someone guinea pig it
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Install went very quick, it wipes all applications and data.
I have not yet been able to access via wifi / ADB, so no rooting or mods as of now
> adb connect 10.0.0.26
unable to connect to 10.0.0.26:5555: Connection refused

gustden said:
Install went very quick, it wipes all applications and data.
I have not yet been able to access via wifi / ADB, so no rooting or mods as of now
> adb connect 10.0.0.26
unable to connect to 10.0.0.26:5555: Connection refused
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That would be simply terrible if it can't be bypassed.

CadillacMike said:
someone guinea pig it
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doitright4 said:
Since it wiped everything, did you remember to enable usb debugging? (which really means adbd)
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KamaL said:
That would be simply terrible if it can't be bypassed.
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USB debugging was enabled.
It looks like they missed persist.adb.tcp.port=5555 in the properties. It can be enabled by the following:
1) download a terminal program ( Terminal Emulator for Android )
2) enter the following command: setprop persist.adb.tcp.port 5555
3) reboot
I just, installed supersu and seems to be working

doitright4 said:
That's a great point, and it is really... sad? stupid? FREAKING RETARDED!!!! that they would bother wasting time to build 6.0 so long after 7.0 (and 7.1 even!!!) are already available.
7.x of course, adds in split screen mode, which would be a GREAT benefit to car radios.
There is one thing, however, that could make the 6.0 build good, especially an early or beta build... they've had less time to destroy it than they've had to destroy 5.x. So its probably a faster, more stable, and more respectful build than what we've previously seen.
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Yeah split screen might be useful...otherwise it just runs navigation/music/videos in cars mostly...which any version of Android can do.

mirror up for 1024x600 version:
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extracted files here
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gustden said:
USB debugging was enabled.
It looks like they missed persist.adb.tcp.port=5555 in the properties. It can be enabled by the following:
1) download a terminal program ( Terminal Emulator for Android )
2) enter the following command: setprop persist.adb.tcp.port 5555
3) reboot
I just, installed supersu and seems to be working
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Great to hear that.
Are there any noticeable changes so far?

So how's the update?
Is it faster/slower than android 5?
Did you find some bugs?

@gustden mind checking if the apps are still the same as in 5.1.1? Especially around the server app if the kill switch is still present

bogdi1988 said:
@gustden mind checking if the apps are still the same as in 5.1.1? Especially around the server app if the kill switch is still present
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All the apps are still the same. Not seeing much difference, other than in the settings. So far, it seems fast and stable.
Sofia-1-C9-Server-V1.0.apk looks the same ( and still kills everything on standby). Hope to have time to remove the app killer and add the other mods over the weekend.

gustden said:
All the apps are still the same. Not seeing much difference, other than in the settings. So far, it seems fast and stable.
Sofia-1-C9-Server-V1.0.apk looks the same ( and still kills everything on standby). Hope to have time to remove the app killer and add the other mods over the weekend.
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Thanks! I'd love to see an updated Server with the standby-kill removed, the source button -> google search hack and the mute-alarms feature removed so we can have the voice output for Google searches - if possible please?

gustden said:
I just, installed supersu and seems to be working
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Way to go man !
Thank you !
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@gustden mind checking if the apps are still the same as in 5.1.1? Especially around the server app if the kill switch is still present
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Good point ! It would be nice to be able to use the mods from 5.0.1 ... or at least some of them....
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gustden said:
All the apps are still the same. Not seeing much difference, other than in the settings. So far, it seems fast and stable.
Sofia-1-C9-Server-V1.0.apk looks the same ( and still kills everything on standby). Hope to have time to remove the app killer and add the other mods over the weekend.
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Is the notifications bar still broken ? (white text and buttions on white bar)

And the most important question, any changes regarding the Bluetooth module? Does it still cover the screen during calls without the ability to minimize?

KamaL said:
And the most important question, any changes regarding the Bluetooth module? Does it still cover the screen during calls without the ability to minimize?
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Based on what @gustden said, it looks like all the apps are the same so I would assume that issue is still present.

Best Oreo ROM

Hi everyone. The ideal rom does not exist and this situation makes XDA so great for all of us. I think will be usefull to share here different OREO experiences. It is hard to compare two roms - or more - this is not my purpose. Everyone has his own reasons and objectives choosing one or another. Different problems in OREO could find here different answers. So sharing experience will be good for all.
So, to start. I have G variant. 2 Sims - one for calls - permanent - and other for data/internet - that I switch ON wheather I need - otherwise is disabled. SD card is 100...G formatted as exFAT - obvious for passing the 4G transfer limit. So far, the only oreo rom that works in these conditions [on my knowledge] is NFound's RR Oreo 20180220. All ohthers I tried fails one condition or another. I need to be able to switch on/off sims and wold not format my card back to fat32.
What I miss - stock camera [slowmotion] and full functionality of AKM DAC.
Please feel free to share here your oreo experience - what U have and what you dont so far. Thank you all.

This does not belong in development section. Could you delete/move it or can a mod move it to appropriate one?

Yes please move this interesting topic to 'Guides, News and Discussing'

Waiting for more than yes, move...
still_living said:
Yes please move this interesting topic to 'Guides, News and Discussing'
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Yes! One very important comment, thank you.

Black dialer
OK, I continue to share my experience in OREO, till others will dare to do as well. I dislyke the bright interface od the dialer - in general, considering eye impact and battery drain, I tried to set everything as close to dark, and yes, second sim for data only enabled when I need internet outside wifi range.
So I searched for dark interface in dialer and I found from another phone "GoogleDialer_Mod_v4_ambient.zip" and "GoogleDialer_Mod_v4_ambient.apk".
In twrp - installed the zip and at reboot the apk - then in settings default dialer. So I have the Black dialer working fine....(except sound bugs in RR Oreo by Nfound)
And yes, 128G sd card exFAT formatted as I mentioned before.

adroeurope said:
OK, I continue to share my experience in OREO, till others will dare to do as well. I dislyke the bright interface od the dialer - in general, considering eye impact and battery drain, I tried to set everything as close to dark, and yes, second sim for data only enabled when I need internet outside wifi range.
So I searched for dark interface in dialer and I found from another phone "GoogleDialer_Mod_v4_ambient.zip" and "GoogleDialer_Mod_v4_ambient.apk".
In twrp - installed the zip and at reboot the apk - then in settings default dialer. So I have the Black dialer working fine....(except sound bugs in RR Oreo by Nfound)
And yes, 128G sd card exFAT formatted as I mentioned before.
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What Oreo are you talking about? If it's AEX or one of those, just use substratum

Black Dialer and Substratum
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What Oreo are you talking about? If it's AEX or one of those, just use substratum
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Thank you for your answer. First, as I mentioned before, I'm on the ONLY OREO rom - in my experience at least - that recognizes my 128G exFAT formatted AND has the option to enable/disable sims one by one. That is RR-O-v6.0.0-20180220.
For a custom black dialer, solution I found after diggin' some was easy - 1 - install a zip in twrp and a app afterwards, and voila! Black dialer working.
I tried Substratum..."alwaysON"...not too happy becouse if I tried to leave it and return to home launcher only solution was to press power - I wanted a software action not a hardware one. Maybe I do not now how to use it. Also, I was looking for threads about Substratum on our Axon7, and....I could not found any significant.
As long as you seem to know more about this matter, please, for the ones that do not know, shere here your experience and knowledge regarding Substratum - install and use - in Axon7. Thank you!

adroeurope said:
Thank you for your answer. First, as I mentioned before, I'm on the ONLY OREO rom - in my experience at least - that recognizes my 128G exFAT formatted AND has the option to enable/disable sims one by one. That is RR-O-v6.0.0-20180220.
For a custom black dialer, solution I found after diggin' some was easy - 1 - install a zip in twrp and a app afterwards, and voila! Black dialer working.
I tried Substratum..."alwaysON"...not too happy becouse if I tried to leave it and return to home launcher only solution was to press power - I wanted a software action not a hardware one. Maybe I do not now how to use it. Also, I was looking for threads about Substratum on our Axon7, and....I could not found any significant.
As long as you seem to know more about this matter, please, for the ones that do not know, shere here your experience and knowledge regarding Substratum - install and use - in Axon7. Thank you!
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Lol no. Using Substratum in the Axon 7 is the same as using it anywhere else - install theme, then go to its settings, choose required app versions/options, build and enable. There's nothing weird with it, and the worst bug you can get is maybe some text not being readable.
There's no need for an Axon 7 thread about Substratum because it is universal
And the AOD module is actually a simple thingy that just enables a hidden Android feature, which is buggy by itself
Custom black dialer, yes, but then you may want black xda, black youtube (in this case i use iYTBP but you can just theme official youtube), black UI... And you're surely not going to swap the apps one by one.

Tkank you for your answer. Appologise for my lack of knowledge - but this is why I'm here - to know more, to experience and to share .
Going back to the important things in an OREO rom, I would like you all to consider: (obviuos my personal subjective choice)
- phone functionality with 2 sims, option for enable/disable one or another;
- recognition of exFAT SD;
- camera - close to stock options, of course slow motion included;
- gps 100% functionality.
I wait for your sollutions/experiences. Thank you.

And of course, if you have any other interesting subjects about oreo - plese join. Thank you.

adroeurope said:
- recognition of exFAT SD;
- gps 100% functionality.
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Fixed on latest AEX

NFound said:
Fixed on latest AEX
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Do you have any idea why it drops a lot of frames with no modifications to the kernel? I have to use Conservative to fix the frame drops or it stutters.
Otherwise the ROM is great

RECAP of considerations for best ROM
Roms develop, some problems still remain. This is why I wanted to share information with others.
So, my...subjective choices are:
- full working phone - no sound bugs
- full working phone - available settings to enable/disable one sim or another
- ExFat external SD card available/recognised
- full option camera (slowmo...)
- full availability of DAC.
Well - some options are to be found in some roms, untill now I see no oreo based to fullfill all these - I say - normal demands.
If anybody has some other opinion, please say it here. Thank you all. Best oreo rom...still in the devs kitcheen...

Hi there! Thanks for your post, I'm currently try to switch to an Oreo based rom to try the new features. I'll give AEX a try and we'll see how it goes.

Flyme 7.2.0.0A Stable Final [ROM]

Release date : January 22 2019
This update is released as promised before chinese newyear in february 5.
[ Chinese Stable firmware 7.2.0.0A FINAL ]
[ CHANGELOG 7.2.0.0A Stable Final ]:cyclops:
Function adjustment
• System
System application is fully optimized to improve performance in key scenarios and smoother operation
Optimize application freeze policy to improve application response, black screen, flashback, etc.
Adjust the function quick call out mode, slide the personal assistant on the right screen of the desktop, swipe out the global search, and use each gesture to reduce the single point operation.
Custom Sogou input method Meizu version, support bucket map, clipboard, slide input and other shortcut functions, chat more exciting
• voice assistant
New interface interaction, new voice suspension effect, providing quick service such as making calls and enquiry routes
Optimized voice wake-up mode, full screen model support power button wake-up, non-full screen model can be awakened by long press the main button
• Intelligent screen
Increase music recognition logic to accurately identify music information while supporting fast playback
Note: The phone has installed the cool music app, you can jump to the client to play
Support to identify the mobile phone number in the picture and speed dial, easy to call without error
Access Baidu translation, support the selection of text for translation and copy the results, accurate and convenient
• phone Guardian
Automatically identify Tencent King card according to mobile phone number, support traffic monitoring, non-streamless application forbidden network, etc., so that traffic is under control
• Driving mode
Optimize interface interaction, call notification support voice playback and control, weaken video invitations and other information notifications to create a more immersive and safer driving environment
• Game mode
Specialized optimization of popular games, King Glory access to Ultra HD version, creating a more immersive and exciting game atmosphere
Automatically locks the screen brightness under the game scene, reducing the stimuli of light changes on the eyes, affecting the game progress
Path: Settings - Accessibility - Game Mode - Lock screen brightness
Access to Xunyou to speed up the fast entry and improve network stability in game mode
Path: Settings - Accessibility - Game Mode - Quick Tour
• Gallery
Expand the image capacity at any time, and support the adjustment of video cover, title and music, etc.
Problem improvement
• Compatibility
Solve the problem of WeChat instant shooting preview interface black screen
Solve the problem that the WeChat avatar application receives a new message without a prompt tone
Fix the phenomenon that the interface of WeChat part is abnormal in night mode
• Gallery
Solve the problem of flashback of the library in some scenarios
Solve the problem of clicking on the thumbnail to view the big picture and loading too long
Immediately after taking a photo, check the photos taken, and the photos show blurry phenomenon.
Fix the return to the gallery folder after setting the wallpaper in the gallery, the folder shows abnormal phenomenon
• System
Solve the problem that the red envelope prompt tone does not match the set prompt tone
Fix the problem that the alarm clock does not ring on the occasional legal working day
Fix the problem with the new notification blank in the notification bar
Fix the use of live wallpapers, some models of full-screen gesture animation will show abnormal phenomena
Fix sharing of Weibo images through smart screen, sharing page display abnormal phenomenon
Release Notes
• Pushing updates via mobile phone is a safe and efficient way to upgrade, and this update will not affect any existing data.
• The update takes about 10 minutes. Please be patient. Do not press the phone button during the update to avoid the update failure.
• The phone will restart automatically during the update. It is normal for the temperature of the whole machine to rise slightly. Do not worry.
• Please note that the actual effect of some changes may vary depending on the random type, system version or network operator.
Get It From Here
https://firmware.meizu.com/Firmware/Flyme/PRO6_Plus/7.2.0.0/cn/20190119042221/738536af/update.zip
Do Not Forget To Press Thanks If You Like It
Regards

Thanks Adam, in your opinion do you still think that the beta version (7.8.7.24 beta) is better than this new stable version?

Lev_Trockij said:
Thanks Adam, in your opinion do you still think that the beta version (7.8.7.24 beta) is better than this new stable version?
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Ofcourse in terms of performance and battery life.Yes.

What are available languages in "A' version of firmware?

kubas33 said:
What are available languages in "A' version of firmware?
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Chinese and English only.

Oreo?
adarshm4you said:
Chinese and English only.
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Excuse me Adam if I ask in this discussion, do you have news about the possibility that one day Oreo comes out for Meizu pro 6 plus?
Or do you already know that it will never come out?

Lev_Trockij said:
Excuse me Adam if I ask in this discussion, do you have news about the possibility that one day Oreo comes out for Meizu pro 6 plus?
Or do you already know that it will never come out?
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It will get Flyme 8 for sure.Don't expect an android update.Chances are like drawing lines on water.

adarshm4you said:
It will get Flyme 8 for sure.Don't expect an android update.Chances are like drawing lines on water.
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I don't know if I understand correctly ... so flyme 8 will not be based on Oreo?

Lev_Trockij said:
I don't know if I understand correctly ... so flyme 8 will not be based on Oreo?
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Not like that.Haha.Android 8 and above is confirmed only for 16 series now. And new 16s will come with flyme 8.So Only new model phones will get android updates not older ones.

Hello Adam,
I have installed this version and I have several issues, hope you can help me:
1. I can't install apps from Google play store while using cellular connection, only with wi-fi. I granted permission to use the data to the play store.
2. All of my purchased apps from Google are not recognized by the app and state that I have to buy the premium version.
3. My contacts in the Google account can't be synced (other info of google is synced)
When I installed this ROM I cleared the data
Thanks

the boss fan said:
Hello Adam,
I have installed this version and I have several issues, hope you can help me:
1. I can't install apps from Google play store while using cellular connection, only with wi-fi. I granted permission to use the data to the play store.
2. All of my purchased apps from Google are not recognized by the app and state that I have to buy the premium version.
3. My contacts in the Google account can't be synced (other info of google is synced)
When I installed this ROM I cleared the data
Thanks
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After installation of google services via google installer,you need to allow all permissions of google apps names starting google in settings.Only open playstore after it.Uninstall services and do install again.Hope you got what i said.

Hi Adam!
I'm confused a bit about which ROM should I use. Currently I'm on stock 7.0.1.0G.
If I'm willing to upgrade which one should I use. There are quite a few options such as: 7.2.0.0A, 7.8.7.16G, 7.8.7.24A or even 7.8.8.9A.
I can't find a out whats are the differences. For sure all of them are Nougat based. but then...
Could you please guide me which one to pick?!
Thanks!

I need the original build.prop of the rom Flyme 7.2.0.0A Stable Final. I made many changes without a proper backup. If anyone can send me a copy, thank you.

wyvern123 said:
Hi Adam!
I'm confused a bit about which ROM should I use. Currently I'm on stock 7.0.1.0G.
If I'm willing to upgrade which one should I use. There are quite a few options such as: 7.2.0.0A, 7.8.7.16G, 7.8.7.24A or even 7.8.8.9A.
I can't find a out whats are the differences. For sure all of them are Nougat based. but then...
Could you please guide me which one to pick?!
Thanks!
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Choose latest 7.2.0.0 A if your concern is about getting more stability and security patches.
Choose latest beta A if you want slight more battery backup.

geovagomes said:
I need the original build.prop of the rom Flyme 7.2.0.0A Stable Final. I made many changes without a proper backup. If anyone can send me a copy, thank you.
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Personal message me.

adarshm4you said:
Choose latest 7.2.0.0 A if your concern is about getting more stability and security patches.
Choose latest beta A if you want slight more battery backup.
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I have some issue with 7.2.0.0A. I already installed it. But when I try to login into flyme account I get a message that I'm still loged in with another account and I have to logout with that first. I bought my Phone 2nd hand and the seller told me he removed this phone from his account.
The interesting thing that if I use the 7.0.1.0G than I can login with my own without any problem.
I'm still negotiating with the seller how could és solve this.
Do you have any idea how could I overcome this issue if I can't manage IT with the seller?
Thanks!

wyvern123 said:
I have some issue with 7.2.0.0A. I already installed it. But when I try to login into flyme account I get a message that I'm still loged in with another account and I have to logout with that first. I bought my Phone 2nd hand and the seller told me he removed this phone from his account.
The interesting thing that if I use the 7.0.1.0G than I can login with my own without any problem.
I'm still negotiating with the seller how could és solve this.
Do you have any idea how could I overcome this issue if I can't manage IT with the seller?
Thanks!
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Login on flyme account using computer and change the password there. Once password changed you have to login everywhere again since all active sessions gone out.

Is there any way to install a altered ROM on this phone? If I add or delete anything from the official ROM then it states it is corrupt.
Or is it possible to install TWRP on it? I think with that maybe its possible to install some tweaked ROM.
Thanks

wyvern123 said:
Is there any way to install a altered ROM on this phone? If I add or delete anything from the official ROM then it states it is corrupt.
Or is it possible to install TWRP on it? I think with that maybe its possible to install some tweaked ROM.
Thanks
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apparently there is no custom rom, twrp, xposed. what I recommend is to enable root and delete apps and system folders. I did and I gained more ram and less use of the processor in the background. and longer battery life
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wyvern123 said:
Is there any way to install a altered ROM on this phone? If I add or delete anything from the official ROM then it states it is corrupt.
Or is it possible to install TWRP on it? I think with that maybe its possible to install some tweaked ROM.
Thanks
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Never.It's not possible.Meizu will not allow us to unlock bootloader.