HI,
Wanted to find out how to find the latest ROM and what additional features does it actually have.
If I install a new ROM will I ever be able to take it back to the original ROM just in case I need to send the phone to T-Mobile???
Any light on this would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
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So here is the deal. I have searched these forums for a while and can't find what I really need. What I need is the most stable ROM available that has all of the features of the phone in proper working condition.
I have enjoyed using experimental ROMs with RAM hacks and the like but I am selling my G1 to somebody else. I need to find a ROM that doesn't have any issues with blue tooth, 3D, or playing video and youtube.
I apologize for creating a whole new thread for this but I have searched the forums and the only versions that I can find have some substantial known issues.
So what Android ROM should I download and flash? Thank you to anybody who can help.
if you're selling the phone, keep it simple. A stock donut rom ought to be just fine. Or hell, unroot it.
joe.kerwin said:
if you're selling the phone, keep it simple. A stock donut rom ought to be just fine. Or hell, unroot it.
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Unroot it. That way the new user will be able to get the support and updates they need.
If you dont want to unroot it, then this - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=538456
I have a HTC one which I bought from bangkok(I live in India though) and found out here it was actually rooted already with Venom Tweaks (ViperOne 1.2.1) and thus I don't have the original stock phone(Though I don't mind if what I have in mind is possible, that is upgrading). I wanted to try out a different ROM(if that's what it's called, as in the firmware for the phone.. sorry I am relatively a complete novice in this field) and see what it has to offer since I am having a few troubles, like whenever I go in there it asks me to pay and sometimes the screen just kinda freezes when I pull down the slider. So I have a few sorted out questions as below:
1. Is it possible to upgrade or change the basic ROM(ViperOne 1.2.1 in this case) if your phone is already rooted and has superuser?
2. Which is the best ROM for a enthusiast?
Note: I am very fond of knowledge and will love to learn bout all of this so please provide suggestions for a ROM which has the most capabilities and is considered one of the best by a developer who would own the phone, without regard bout the complexity of its features.
3. If any, please include any links/information that I will need to go about this, I will really appreciate the guidance of a senior member to help me by providing links/info bout how to do this step-by-step and sometimes just to clear up a few concepts.
I would greatly appreciate anyone who would help me in this, thanks.
you phone has been unlocked and in it the previous owner installed a Custom ROM and Recovery
1) yes you can update and you should update the ROM to the latest
the latest version of ViperOne ROM is 4.0.1 LINK
2) best ROM decision is totally based in your own opinion
try variety of them and see which one suits your liking
on xda we can't and we should not compare or debate which ROM or Kernel is the best
and for keeping your phone updated (firmware etc), view some these guides
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2182792
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2316726
and don't forget to update your firmware and recovery and happy flashing
kamilmirza said:
you phone has been unlocked and in it the previous owner installed a Custom ROM and Recovery
1) yes you can update and you should update the ROM to the latest
the latest version of ViperOne ROM is 4.0.1 LINK
2) best ROM decision is totally based in your own opinion
try variety of them and see which one suits your liking
on xda we can't and we should not compare or debate which ROM or Kernel is the best
and for keeping your phone updated (firmware etc), view some these guides
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2182792
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2316726
and don't forget to update your firmware and recovery and happy flashing
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Goodness, I never expected so much info overflow haha, I am really sorry but I am like a complete novice as I said before. Will it be ok to ask a few more things?
So basically, since I will be able to update the firmware(which I am happy bout).. I just need to understand a few basic concepts:
1. What do we mean by updating recovery?
2. what's twrp? what's the difference between twrp and cwp(or that clockworkmod thingy?)?
3. What link do I need to follow exactly? The first one or the second one?
[Note: Currently my phone is on the ViperOne 1.2.1 but I have no idea bout if its S-off or S-on and whatever else I need to know before I start doing this]
4.Some links I was trying to see was talking bout the dual sim htc one, i have the 32 gb single sim version, is there any difference? can i go with files from dual sim htc one links?]
5. If its absolute necessary to know the basic details of everything, any links which would go back to basics such as stripping down basic meaning of many terms used throughout? aorp etc etc, they all just make me feel dizzy haha
Please try to put this down in laymen's language for me if possible? I will be greatly thankful
TheGStreets said:
Goodness, I never expected so much info overflow haha, I am really sorry but I am like a complete novice as I said before. Will it be ok to ask a few more things?
So basically, since I will be able to update the firmware(which I am happy bout).. I just need to understand a few basic concepts:
1. What do we mean by updating recovery?
2. what's twrp? what's the difference between twrp and cwp(or that clockworkmod thingy?)?
3. What link do I need to follow exactly? The first one or the second one?
[Note: Currently my phone is on the ViperOne 1.2.1 but I have no idea bout if its S-off or S-on and whatever else I need to know before I start doing this]
4.Some links I was trying to see was talking bout the dual sim htc one, i have the 32 gb single sim version, is there any difference? can i go with files from dual sim htc one links?]
5. If its absolute necessary to know the basic details of everything, any links which would go back to basics such as stripping down basic meaning of many terms used throughout? aorp etc etc, they all just make me feel dizzy haha
Please try to put this down in laymen's language for me if possible? I will be greatly thankful
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first of all you should know your device and every detail is mandatory for safety purposes because without knowing the details you can brick your device
some FAQs: link
1 & 2) TWRP is a Custom Recovery just like CWM (ClockWorkMod)
we need to use latest recovery to flash latest Android 4.4 KitKat based ROMs
3) read the link above because it's quite detailed for S-OFF
EDIT: sorry i gave you the wrong links
read this first here
and guide full detailed guide here for achieving S-OFF
you should get S-OFF for flashing latest firmware (for best performance) for your beautiful One
firmware sometimes contains RADIO(signal and WiFi), TOUCH, SOUND, BATTERY etc drivers for best performance
4) you should stick your single SIM model and forums
Dual SIM model is bit different, don't know how but it is different from single SIM
5) as i already said you should know all the details and terms
I am so thankful to you Kamil, you walked me through every step and I greatly appreciate your help, I am really thankful to you for this, you are awesome!!! :good:
Now have ViperOne 4.0.1 ROM with Latest Firmware and EliminatorK kernel along with customized splashshots and boot screens. So awesome! YOU ROCK!
Hello,
Just bought some weeks ago my S5 and now I've the update Lollipop reminder everyday.
I just had an bad experience with my last HTC, so now before going to Lollipop I would like to save my current and original ROM.
I've searched on Google and seen some people saying to use odin and oders CWM.
Can someone help to get my original ROM downloaded from my phone?
MY PHONE IS NOT ROOTED, can we do it anyway?
thanks in advance
helxdadevelopers said:
Hello,
Just bought some weeks ago my S5 and now I've the update Lollipop reminder everyday.
I just had an bad experience with my last HTC, so now before going to Lollipop I would like to save my current and original ROM.
I've searched on Google and seen some people saying to use odin and oders CWM.
Can someone help to get my original ROM downloaded from my phone?
MY PHONE IS NOT ROOTED, can we do it anyway?
thanks in advance
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Hello. You can download the Original Stock ROM from Sammobile. Note down your Build Number which you can find Under Settings->Phone Info. Then head to sammobile and search for your Version,and download it. Beware that updating to lollipop,your baseband and Bootloader will change. You will also need the BL and Baseband for Kitkat,which you can find here on XDA,there is a collection just search for it
I know about that.
I've done it using Odin on my Samsung ACE2, but found different from original ROM!
One time I've upgraded to version 4.1.2 and it was so slow, that I had to downgrade again.
Just found Russian ROM to downgrade and it's a little different from my country.
If there is no option, so I will let the S5 go to Lollipop!
Let see if I don't get Camera problems, GSM or Wi-Fi.
I will cross fingers!!!
thank anyway
Already let my phone to update to Lollipop and.....
1st impact..... I DON'T LIKE IT!
the green-blue background colour is terrible.
why not possible to change this theme, to black for instance?
the biggest negative problem is that I can't get write access to my micro-Sd card.
read in a lot of sites that wire access will be given to 3rd parties apps, but NOT TRUE!
does someone that has Lollipop has wire access to sd card with 3rd partie app?
thanks mate
helxdadevelopers said:
the green-blue background colour is terrible.
why not possible to change this theme, to black for instance?
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because its not their job to pander to everyones needs. theyve used the same skin and color scheme for years now and its up to you to do research into what phone you want to buy and how it looks. the update has been out for so long that you could have seen its looks before you upgraded
Can anyone help my with my tab, :angel:
well i just found my old tablet and i would like to flash a rom
for this sch-i800(verizon) to improve performance.
Can anyone send me links for the best suitable rom for this?
and the what is the best recovery for this?twrp or cwm?
Hope you will help me with my problem
Thankyou Guys
Stiffmeistro said:
Can anyone help my with my tab,
well i just found my old tablet and i would like to flash a rom
for this sch-i800(verizon) to improve performance.
Can anyone send me links for the best suitable rom for this?
and the what is the best recovery for this?twrp or cwm?
Hope you will help me with my problem
Thankyou Guys
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Hello, ive also recently found my old tablet (Verizon SCH-I800) and want to be able to update it enough to use it as a clock and calendar on my desk. i have been searching for days but have not been able to find anything useful yet. by chance did you have any luck in your search with your tablet?
Looking to root and flash an updated android onto it. new to rooting and flashing and im learning very quickly that it is not very simple. anything useful would be so much help! thanks!
I'm really new to samsung phones and need help regarding flashing custom roms. I've looked around and found that almost no poular roms support this phone. I've heard about GSIs but have no idea how to go about with them. A helping hand would be well appreciated.
P.S Is there any place where I can find unnoficial rom ports for my phone?