What do I need to get started? (Programs to download, etc.)
Any good readings on the particular subject?
Do I need to know any programming languages? (C++, etc.)
How do I know which SPL and radio are required?
How could I fix bugs?
Most importatnly, what are the detailed steps in creating a ROM?
Before I get the unoriginal e-rage phrase: "USE THE SEARCH BUTTON HEH HEH HEH HEH," I have. But when I do, the results are really broad, and I'm not willing to go through 12 pages of non-related threads. And yes, I did use google. Same thing. Androidspin only teaches the basic first parts to creating a ROM, and in my opinion, doesn't really get into it. I'm experienced when it comes to flashing, as I have done it for a while now. I'm not a complete noob as I know what basic terms are when it comes to rooting and flashing. These are the questions I need answered and I would really appreciate it if I had a lending hand to help me get started.
Regards,
well i guess i should ask what OS you're using.
smackdown85146 said:
well i guess i should ask what OS you're using.
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I have a macbook partitioned with windows.
Soo yeah I recc you get Linux on your Mac first, if possible.
smackdown85146 said:
well i guess i should ask what OS you're using.
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I have a macbook partitioned with windows.
Ace42 said:
Soo yeah I recc you get Linux on your Mac first, if possible.
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Linux or Ubuntu are the way to go.
smackdown85146 said:
Linux or Ubuntu are the way to go.
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Woops didn't mean to double post. So I should get another partition with linux?
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I'm working on getting ubuntu now..
Well, if we want to build from source (who doesn't), you'll need linux or os x. File moving can be done on any os.
JAguirre1231 said:
Well, if we want to build from source (who doesn't), you'll need linux or os x. File moving can be done on any os.
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I have ubuntu now, working on partitioning it. :3
http://ctso.me/2010/01/building-an-android-rom-part-1/ <-- it helps to follow on twitter. you'll be surprised what you'll find.
I was wondering how to do so as well. Could I cook up a rom in os x? Or should I do it in linux in virtualbox?
hiddengopher said:
I was wondering how to do so as well. Could I cook up a rom in os x? Or should I do it in linux in virtualbox?
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The ONLY OS not able to build from source is Windows. The android website will get you started
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The ONLY OS not able to build from source is Windows. The android website will get you started
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Thats messed up that it would be un-build-able in windows.
Ace42 said:
Thats messed up that it would be un-build-able in windows.
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It's windows fault, not Google's
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It's windows fault, not Google's
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That's discrimination cause they're making Microsoft feel left out, by saying we dont support you.
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That's discrimination cause they're making Microsoft feel left out, by saying we dont support you.
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But it's Microsoft's fault! Trust me Google would rather have the largest Operating System out there be able to build from source, but they CAN'T.
http://source.android.com/download
If you want to build from source, this will give you the basics
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But it's Microsoft's fault! Trust me Google would rather have the largest Operating System out there be able to build from source, but they CAN'T.
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*tux shyly builds roms in background*
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It's windows fault, not Google's
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Good thing I have the Mighty-Leo on my side so I can have my own winmo roms.
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*tux shyly builds roms in background*
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It's ok tux, I like you.
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Hello,
Does anyone have any ideia how upgrade under linux?
all the best,
OliveiraJMR.
Next version of HermFlasher will support Trinity devices too:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=296436
I have a semi-working beta on my laptop, I need to finish the device identifying part and release it... hope to find time to do it soon.
great.. where does the appointment will be ?? Here???
I use linux and 2 are the cases..
- I should be able to use the phone in all his features from linux..
- I flash the phone to linux
Already released the beta working on trinity, see here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=1267216&postcount=48
please report if you find any problems with it
Is there an linux-rom for trinity?
Uhm... its a rom flasher for ppl who have installed Linux on their PC's?
tribal27 said:
Is there an linux-rom for trinity?
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Nope
Sparticle said:
Uhm... its a rom flasher for ppl who have installed Linux on their PC's?
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Yes, that is.
Maybe it's an idea to port linux to the trinity, i searched google and find out it has be done with other HTC devices
There is already some ongoing research:
http://handhelds.org/cgi-bin/cvsweb.cgi/linux/kernel26/arch/arm/mach-s3c2410/
in hermes we already have a booting kernel
pof said:
There is already some ongoing research:
http://handhelds.org/cgi-bin/cvsweb.cgi/linux/kernel26/arch/arm/mach-s3c2410/
in hermes we already have a booting kernel
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Cool, i can't wait
How can I get the source of android that works on HTC Kaiser?
I mean the source for the Android, not the linux kernel. It seems that the official one doesn't work.
Depends on which android version you mean. And you can find them in the rom development thread.
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Depends on which android version you mean. And you can find them in the rom development thread.
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Any version is OK, could you please give me a link to the thread?
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I mean the source for the Android, not the linux kernel. It seems that the official one doesn't work.
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There is no Android that works on the Kaiser. The rom chefs take the Android version and run it in a Linux shell within Windows Mobile.
To get your own development tools go here.
http://developer.android.com/index.html
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/list
As stated there are no roms for flashing around at this time, you must boot via WM but here are some threads to get you started:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=587116
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=600154
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=613049
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As stated there are no roms for flashing around at this time, you must boot via WM but here are some threads to get you started:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=587116
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=600154
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=613049
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Yeah, I know that, but what I need is the source code to generate the system.sqsh file.
tomduan said:
Yeah, I know that, but what I need is the source code to generate the system.sqsh file.
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You had better get extracting then eh.
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You had better get extracting then eh.
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What is that mean?
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What is that mean?
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Extracting the code for yourself so you can reverse engineer and create exactly what you were after in the first place. Job's a good'un.
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There is no Android that works on the Kaiser. The rom chefs take the Android version and run it in a Linux shell within Windows Mobile.
To get your own development tools go here.
http://developer.android.com/index.html
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/list
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These links should have given you everything that you need or pointed you to what you need.
Ok. so for a vast majority of my time, I use either Ubuntu or Debian linux. Mostly because I want to learn how to use the more advanced features, but that's beside the point.
How can I flash my captivate back to stock from within linux, seeing as Odin clearly cannot run.
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Smith
Try this, I am not a linux user but I think this is what you need
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=755265
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Try this, I am not a linux user but I think this is what you need
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=755265
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That should do the trick.
I was wondering if there is any other solution?? Just out of curiosity, I can't find one. Also, that app appears to be for x64 architecture only, I'm running a x32 bit machine.
Regards
Smith
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That should do the trick.
I was wondering if there is any other solution?? Just out of curiosity, I can't find one. Also, that app appears to be for x64 architecture only, I'm running a x32 bit machine.
Regards
Smith
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Post questions on the thread. The dev has been responsive in the past
32x here and i run it...
can someone give me a link to things that i need to build a rom? i dont to use kitchen...i prefer more to coding...
OK, do you have linux installed?
OK, do you run LinuxMint? OR Have you setup a workspace if your on windows/macOS
heres A screenshot of what i run: (check attachment please for screenshot
i do have ubuntu...can i use it? linux mint is based on ubuntu...right?
SilverXCI said:
i do have ubuntu...can i use it? linux mint is based on ubuntu...right?
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yes, you can use ubuntu, that will work
ok...i got linux system...what else?
SilverXCI said:
ok...i got linux system...what else?
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then check here.
I do it a different way, different codes, i started off with this, but then i did more research and i worked out code for myself.
But if i told you how i do my ROM's (I will be releasing a new ROM shortly ) that would be secret telling
good luck
thanx dude...im so lazy to find a post how to build ur rom
SilverXCI said:
thanx dude...im so lazy to find a post how to build ur rom
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Lol. I guess so. Anyway good luck
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Hi. So far all the root tools are for windows OS. I am using a linux distro and would like to avoid using Windows. Anyone know of a linux root tool that works?
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Hi. So far all the root tools are for windows OS. I am using a linux distro and would like to avoid using Windows. Anyone know of a linux root tool that works?
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Wine.
Rekoil said:
Wine.
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I doubt wine will have proper driver support for those tools
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I doubt wine will have proper driver support for those tools
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Have you tried it?
The other way round works, I have Linux on a VM on my works laptop and everything works exactly the same as on my own dual boot Linux/windows laptop...
So maybe wine will work for you...try it
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Have you tried it?
The other way round works, I have Linux on a VM on my works laptop and everything works exactly the same as on my own dual boot Linux/windows laptop...
So maybe wine will work for you...try it
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As expected it didn't work. Wine can't even open a program like vroot after install.
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As expected it didn't work. Wine can't even open a program like vroot after install.
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OK, try a windows install then. Some of these programs only support windows
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OK, try a windows install then. Some of these programs only support windows
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Yes i know that, that is why i asked if there was a linux tool. But a windows install would be a waste of time for me right now
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Yes i know that, that is why i asked if there was a linux tool. But a windows install would be a waste of time for me right now
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You could have installed one, rooted your phone and reinstalled Linux in far less time than this thread has been going...
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As expected it didn't work. Wine can't even open a program like vroot after install.
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I'm not really surprised hehe. Unfortunately it seems Windows is your only option right now.
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You could have installed one, rooted your phone and reinstalled Linux in far less time than this thread has been going...
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But far less active time.
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I'm not really surprised hehe. Unfortunately it seems Windows is your only option right now.
But far less active time.
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but more productive time..
I understand your situation, but I am sure you can see a friend with a windows install and root your phone on it, its a 10 second job and only a few scripts to download..
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but more productive time..
I understand your situation, but I am sure you can see a friend with a windows install and root your phone on it, its a 10 second job and only a few scripts to download..
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Avoiding Windows at all costs is a noble cause, I understand if the man is looking for a Linux tool!
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Avoiding Windows at all costs is a noble cause, I understand if the man is looking for a Linux tool!
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I understand, I am no windows fan, its just what I grew up with and I am turning to Linux more and more each day...but unfortunately windows have the monopoly on some people, so keeping a windows OS is still sensible to me
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but more productive time..
I understand your situation, but I am sure you can see a friend with a windows install and root your phone on it, its a 10 second job and only a few scripts to download..
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Yeah ill most likely do that
yeah i just used virtualbox, and useed usb pasthrough.
Extexer said:
Hi. So far all the root tools are for windows OS. I am using a linux distro and would like to avoid using Windows. Anyone know of a linux root tool that works?
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Thanks for starting the thread, I would as well use only Linux tools if possible.
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