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I know I am probably going to get some heat for posting a "Question" in the Devs section, but I did attempt to ask it in the Q&A section, but have not received any responses from any of the developers (not sure if they regular that section).
My question is why none of the Captivate developers utilize ROM manager as a place to download (and update) their custom ROMs? I know many of us have purchased the premium license, and wonder why you haven't utilized this feature? Is it more of a hassle? Is there costs involved that inhibit Devs from wanting to post there? I know EVO owners have a wide variety of ROMs on their device available for download right from manager.
Thanks in advance, and if this tread needs to be moved or deleted after, I won't be offended.
........and thank you Devs for your AWESOME Roms!
I, too, was disappointed after purchasing ROM Manager Premium that there were no ROMs available to download. I was under the impression that this would open up a load of ROMs for me to download and try out.
Personally, I think the purchase was well worth it considering how much I've used it. I did it to support the guy. I can find roms on my own.
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majinzen said:
Personally, I think the purchase was well worth it considering how much I've used it. I did it to support the guy. I can find roms on my own.
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Oh, I completely agree. I was just wondering why our devs haven't utilized it. Maybe it has to do with the file type system that the Galaxy S's use? I know it is probably safer using Odin to flash back to stock first, but maybe there was another reason? Or maybe that isn't even a reason?
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Oh, I completely agree. I was just wondering why our devs haven't utilized it. Maybe it has to do with the file type system that the Galaxy S's use? I know it is probably safer using Odin to flash back to stock first, but maybe there was another reason? Or maybe that isn't even a reason?
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I am not an expert but I think it has a lot to do with the fact that rom manager does not work with the captivate as it does with other devices such as the evo. For whatever reason when you simply try to flash a new rom, old remnants remain and you often experience problems especially when the new rom is based on a different build/kernel, etc. That is the reason everyone recommends flashing stock using odin first as it eliminates all remnants of the previous rom.
It is nice to be able to use the full functionality of rom manager on my evo but honestly I usually research here on xda first anyway.
I have yet to see a full explanation as to why we have the issue on the captivate and hopefully someone who understands the exact reason will take the time to explain.
It's related mainly to the Kernel and Modem I'm sure. The evo community doesn't use a kernel and modem file designed for an entirely different (albeit very similar) device; we do.
Rom manager needs to be more clear on how many ROMS will be available before purchase. The way it's worded makes it seem like you'll have roms to choose from regardless of your device.
I also upgraded to premium and spent time"trouble shooting" trying to figure out what was wrong.
I knew every popular rom wouldn't necessarily be listed but I certainly expected something.
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Well atleast u helped out the dev who created this recovery that makes flashing incredibly easier for all of us.
sent from my cappy running Di11igafs Rom 2.5 overclocked at 1280 with JK4 modem!!!
For sure. I just came to my SGS frim an htc legend and have gotten more than my moneys worth from them. It is a good app, for sure.
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Well atleast u helped out the dev who created this recovery that makes flashing incredibly easier for all of us.
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Not the point of the question. Incase it needs to be reiterated, what he wants to ask is: Developers. Why are your ROMs not available via Rom Manager directly?
If there is a reason why you don't use it, it would be nice of you could elaborate. Not everyone has money to throw at something that they don't see beneficial. (Paid vs unpaid.) Donations are nice, but they are donations for a reason. Any "Oh, but you should contribute to Rom Manager creaters anyway." chat is beside the point and not the focus of this thread, so please keep your opinion on purchasing donate versions out of the equation.
I cant say why but it is their chose as if they want to use it or not. Please dont open more then one thread on the same subject.
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hello everyone I have my new htc hd 2 with wm6.5 and I wanted to know what is the best version of android (stable, less bugs, ...) that I can put on my new phone and possibly an installation tutorial!
thank you very much
euuuh sorry wrong sub-forum
Hypersroid Gbx V8 or the one below
HyperDroid CM7 1.0.1
knothead said:
hello everyone I have my new htc hd 2 with wm6.5 and I wanted to know what is the best version of android (stable, less bugs, ...) that I can put on my new phone and possibly an installation tutorial!
thank you very much
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Android isn't going to magically appear on your phone. It's going to take some time reading, and researching for Android to appear on your phone. There are literally hundreds of tutorials out there showing you how to install. Why not do a little leg work, and research for your answer?
I have an idea... Why don't you try installing them, and finding out for yourself which is the best. What I think is the best, you might think is the worst. There is no right answer. Plus, you can look at the previous fifty, "which rom is best" threads and get the same answer as you're getting here.
I second Hyperdroid GBX.
I've been using it since v3. Smooth fast and stable.
Everything works that I use.
Different roms have different quirks that you have to sort thru.
You just need to find the one that works for you.
The MIUI roms are also cool.
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Hypersroid Gbx V8 or the one below
HyperDroid CM7 1.0.1
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nabil427 said:
hello everyone I have my new htc hd 2 with wm6.5 and I wanted to know what is the best version of android (stable, less bugs, ...) that I can put on my new phone and possibly an installation tutorial!
thank you very much
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im loving this miui rom v1.3.5. its so fast and beautiful in design. i would highly recommend this build.
WorldWide60 said:
Android isn't going to magically appear on your phone. It's going to take some time reading, and researching for Android to appear on your phone. There are literally hundreds of tutorials out there showing you how to install. Why not do a little leg work, and research for your answer?
I have an idea... Why don't you try installing them, and finding out for yourself which is the best. What I think is the best, you might think is the worst. There is no right answer. Plus, you can look at the previous fifty, "which rom is best" threads and get the same answer as you're getting here.
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+1 i agree, best to try yourself
Cope & Warren's Americanandroid works well for me. Thread link here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=957652
Try it out along with what others have suggested.
ok thanx all very much !!!
nabil427 said:
hello everyone I have my new htc hd 2 with wm6.5 and I wanted to know what is the best version of android (stable, less bugs, ...) that I can put on my new phone and possibly an installation tutorial!
thank you very much
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Please try Hyperdroid..it really fast and save the battery life
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Holiday???
nabil427 said:
hello everyone I have my new htc hd 2 with wm6.5 and I wanted to know what is the best version of android (stable, less bugs, ...) that I can put on my new phone and possibly an installation tutorial!
thank you very much
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I suggest you take a week or so holiday and thenjust go reading and flashing !!!
That way you will find the best Nand that fits you best
Happy flashing !!
I am using the Stock Version of hyperdroid andere it is the best ROM i.m.o.
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I spent some time indeed when moving first from original stock rom towards other WM builds, to find that android has much more to offer. You will have to take some tome to read...
Thereare lots of webpages outside this forum that show a nice overview of all android rom updates, and best of all, a link to the XDA HTC HD2 Android forum threads! Just Google "overview different Android Roms"...
Good luck and make the best choice!
I personally favour the builds of Rafpigna: everything called RAFDROID.
I think that it will be good to have some vote chart where every one can vote which version he uses.
Hyperdroid GBX... Hands down the best version. With cLK bootloader, it makes my WinMo phone feel pure android.
The Ultimate Droid 3.1.1 v2 the best rom i have ever test , good battery , super speed ,no bugs until now , try it and you will rememper me
HHarrie said:
I suggest you take a week or so holiday and thenjust go reading and flashing !!!
That way you will find the best Nand that fits you best
Happy flashing !!
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yeah ty that's what I did and I think that hyperdroid gbx is really great !!
nabil427 said:
hello everyone I have my new htc hd 2 with wm6.5 and I wanted to know what is the best version of android (stable, less bugs, ...) that I can put on my new phone and possibly an installation tutorial!
thank you very much
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The BEST for my T-M HD2 has been:
ANYTHING from or with "RAFPIGNA".
His roms SD & NAND have been the best for me!
I was with Win 6.5.x & SD android, freeze after freeze....
Now only NAND android... problems solved !!!!!!!!!!!
You can allways try a NAND version & go back to Win =)
Im using the darkstone 2.2 desire sense RAM build. Its pretty awesome. I decided on an sd build cause Im a novice and was slightly scared to.take the fill plunge. But its amazing, faster than the desire hd I used to have. A few little things missing but nothing I care about.
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Install CWM for your hd2. You can install a nand build back it up,and flash another.It takes about 15 min per flash"you dont even need a computer".It takes a min to get the hang of it, If your not using CWM try it , titanium backup is nice also,"free in market". Back up your apps and copy file to your computer so its safe and sound. This phone is capable of alot. so get ready. Happy Flashing!
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Im using the darkstone 2.2 desire sense RAM build. Its pretty awesome. I decided on an sd build cause Im a novice and was slightly scared to.take the fill plunge. But its amazing, faster than the desire hd I used to have. A few little things missing but nothing I care about.
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So is it just me, or is there no thread with a poll on what people believe is the best rom out now? I've ben looking with no avail. This brings me to the question, does it not exist because we aren't allowed to have a poll like that, or am I the only one who is interested?
U find no thread because it is biased. Most of the rom's have there own pros and cons. so just close this thread
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U find no thread because it is biased. Most of the rom's have there own pros and cons. so just close this thread
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That's a negative way to look at things. Why is it that people in XDA are so quick to trash ideas or questions?.
It may be biased, but in the end EVERYONE has chosen a rom to have on their phone, so why not share the stats with everyone else? Might help some others decide which of the many ROMs to try out.
I found Tricky's essential rom to be the best regarding simplicity, battery life and performance. I like to manually install everything I will use, so that keeps the system lightweight. I only wish it had battery icon w/ percentage by default!
No "stock" option for the less adventurous?
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No "stock" option for the less adventurous?
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lol, I guess that is how my mind works... didn't even consider that an option, lol. I don't even know how to edit the poll and add it .
Flawed poll
Rom Kitchin for instance is a multitude of build yourselves roms not a single build .
jje
Darky's 9.4 + VooDoo 5.5.1 works great for me.
Using Darky 10 Final and waiting for CyanogenMod 7 Final
Darky 10 is good, cm7 is better if you can handle 12 hours of battery life... I'm on ultimate 8.2 right now and I have actually kept it on for over a week.... oh and don't forget about the goodness that is MIUI. Install that and its like a totally different phone.
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i've tried Darky's ROM up to 9.5, Doc's ROM & now on MIUI..i think, every ROM got it's own strength which is amazing given that the ppl that manufacture the phones can even give a decent update even after few months..
but..MIUI is totally different and cool to use! Even though the battery drain is visible, maybe need a couple of charge cycles to stabilize..all in all, it's refreshing n can keep me away frm flashing at least for few weeks (or till the next update..hehe)..
i think this is a good poll !!
if you can find out how to edit it, and adjust when new ROMs come out.
this could save a lot of people posting pointless threads about what ROM to choose and why.
they can see what the majority of people go for, and if we can write a little explanation of what ROM we chose and why, it could be beneficial
I chose MIUI - it has developed a hell of a lot in the past few weeks, all the main features work, there is updates weekly without fail, Very helpful team of devs and the ROM is super nice and is nothing like any other ROM out there !!
For a long time I was very happy with darky 8.x but lately I have been trying out almost all the roms in the poll and since a couple of weeks back I have been a extreamly happy user of MIUI.
Feels like it have brought new life to my sgs, the only downside is the battery time.
Insanity everytime, light fast...make it your own!
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Really Loving miui but I am thinking I will go back to darky because I need video calling, plus more battery will be nice.
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thanks for the poll
MIUI is the one I like: very, very beautiful. Fast too, loving it! Battery isn't lasing very long, but I got that problem with others too. 7 hours tops.
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That's a negative way to look at things. Why is it that people in XDA are so quick to trash ideas or questions?.
It may be biased, but in the end EVERYONE has chosen a rom to have on their phone, so why not share the stats with everyone else? Might help some others decide which of the many ROMs to try out.
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Agreed.
Every pro in xda ban any idea or question except asked by pros.
Beginners and users are present in xda forum.
To the thread:
CM7&MIUI: Great but to hungry of battery.
Rom kitchen: Loads of option but no GB
Darky: Very smooth but a little hungry to battery.
Insanity: Simply Android. Plain.
MIUI -MCG v2.1 is the best ROM in town
GingerCriskelo v56 is the best
Hello, I would like to know which custom ROM can I use, I bought a Captivate from ebay that comes with Cyanogen Mod 7.
I would like a ROM that has the best battery life and with the least bugs. I know all ROMs have bugs but I'm trying to get the one with the least bugs and that is fast and with a good battery life, or atleast a decent battery life.
I know that maybe you hate these type of questions but I really can't decide which one to use because there's a lot of them.
Thanks,
NightShack
You should read the development threads in the captivate section and make an informed decision. Also make sure You understand what you need to do coming from cm to a different rom
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Try them out and find one that suits you. Because everyone has different opinions. Plus rom makers put their hard time and work to make these rom. That why these type of post are looked down on.
Well but there's a lot of them and I just wanted one that was the most bug-free and with most battery life, and I posted this so anyone can tell me at least, for example 3 ROMs or whatever, that fit the description, to just decide between those 3 and not all of them.
Find some rom that look interesting, and do like mcord11758 said read the rom threads and see what people say about them. It sounds like all you want is the outcome without doing the work.
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Try them out and find one that suits you. Because everyone has different opinions. Plus rom makers put their hard time and work to make these rom. That why these type of post are looked down on.
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+1 just browse and flash if you find it not to be your type then flash another ROM again then flash again till you found the one that suits your needs and wants. that's what I did when I first got my cappy.
YepYep the first few months with this phone was all out rom flashing. Just look at the forums and make sure to do your research before you flash.
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If you're not familiar with flashing roms, you should start with something froyo based. They've been around longer and for the most part are more stable and less bugging. For the most part.
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If you're not familiar with flashing roms, you should start with something froyo based. They've been around longer and for the most part are more stable and less bugging. For the most part.
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That is certainly not a true statement! Just because something has been around longer does not mean it is any more stable. The GB Roms are quite stable, with no more issues than what I had with Froyo Roms.
I personally like Miui the best...but the the others said, check out the development thread and take a look at all the roms offered. Many of them offer exceptional battery life and great performance. It comes down really to your general preference.
Anybody feels that flashing roms thing got annoying and at some point you realize all you do is flash roms instead of using your phone for serious matters? I like flashing roms too, but I notice that may be at some point it is no fun anymore? Share your thoughts
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Whole point of flashing ROMs is to find something that suits your needs and when you find that ROM there is no need to flash anything else apart from experimenting
I have been on paranoid android for a month now and haven't have the urge to switch at all.
Back from your ban and trying to create a stir again?
El Daddy said:
Back from your ban and trying to create a stir again?
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Do not troll. Comment about the topic or gtfo
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I used to get bored with the ROMs themselves and flash different ones from time to time just for a change of pace and to try and boost performance. Then one day I realized..
My phone sucks. (Nexus S 4G)
I'm getting a Nexus 4 today though. On which I'll probably stick to stock for a while.
P.S. Cook your own rom and you won't need to flash so many that others have made.
I rooted my Nexus S and experimented with ROMS almost endlessly. The best combo I found was actually stock rooted with a better Kernel.
However, I wont be messing about with my Nexus 4, basically I need my phone to work and I found that most ROMS simply aren't anywhere near reliable enough.
ive been stock for a while...flash CM 10 and paranoid android but nothing feels better than stock vanilla...i might root again but no rom flashing
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Keep in mind this is a Development site, flashing is part of the development....if one is annoyed it is simple do not flash. Thread is going no where....Thank You.
BTW side note, why not just say "Thank You" or slap thanks to those...that provide freely the development that is going on here, on our great Development Site.