UPDATE 8-24:
I decided to update the OP since there seems to be alot of uncertianty and questions in this thread.
Most of the info in this thread is obsolete. If you are running ANY of the latest roms / kernels, SOFTAP is already compiled in, and all you have to do is download the latest version of WIRELESS TETHER FOR ROOT USERS. Download it from the project site, NOT THE MARKET. As of this post, the most recent version in the market does NOT support AP mode / WPA2! You have to get it from the developer's website.
If you are still running a stock 2.1 rom, then the following information might benefit you. Otherwise, head on over to the developers website: http://code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/downloads/list?can=2&q=Incredible
and download the latest version. NO android.tether folder needed!!!!!! Install, and enjoy access point mode and WPA2 encryption!
--samwathegreat
OLD POST:
Hello fellow XDA-ers!
As many of you know, the latest version of wireless tether for root users allows you to tether in access-point mode rather than ad-hoc mode.
If you're aware of this, you're probably also aware that the stock HTC incredible kernel doesn't allow for AP mode, so even if you install the latest version, it will still continue to broadcast in ad-hoc mode (yuck!).
I've gone to the trouble of re-compiling the stock kernel with CONFIG_BCM4329_SOFTAP enabled (which allows for AP mode tethering)! My kernel is 100% identical to the stock htc kernel except for this one change to allow for AP mode. No other changes of any kind. No overclock or undervolt.
If you are running a cm6 OR skyraider rom, OR the leaked OTA, this functionality is already built into the respective kernel. Don't use my kernel if you're running one of these roms.
Also, some of the latest hydra kernels have support compiled in. If you are using hydra kernel, check the changelog on the developers website to see if your version has support.
Instructions:
1. NANDROID BACKUP!
2. Download my ap-inc.zip file and extract
3. Copy the tether_ap_kernel_inc-signed.zip AND the wireless tether apk file to your sdcard.
4. Reboot into recovery, and choose "Install zip file from sdcard", and choose the tether_ap_kernel_inc-signed.zip file.
5. Choose "Reboot Now"
6. When booted back up, install (or update) the supplied wireless tether apk file.
DONE! Now, when you use the wireless tether app, your phone will operate in access-point mode instead of ad-hoc! Additionally, instead of using WEP encryption, WPA2 encryption is now supported instead!!!!
Enjoy!!!!
Please note:
Credit for this goes to:
Myself (samwathegreat) - for re-compiling the stock kernel to allow AP mode
"Koush" - for supplying the means and instructions for creating a kernel update.zip file, and signing with test keys
And of course, the developers of wireless tether for root users.
You may NOT re-post or re-distribute these files and instructions without giving credit to the above individuals/groups.
Get the file here: www 4shared.com/file/uSjHGKnd/ap-inc html
EDIT: Forgot to mention:
1. This kernel is ONLY for the HTC Incredible. Don't try it on another device unless you really want a new paperweight.
2. You will still need to have the fw_bcm4329.bin file in the android.tether folder of your sd-card. Most likely, you already copied this file to the appropriate location when you rooted your phone. If someone has problems getting ahold of the fw_bcm4329.bin file, let me know and I'll post it. EDIT: this file is posted on page 2.
3. Once again: DO NOT use this kernel if you are running skyraider, cm6, or the leaked OTA! You don't need it.
EDIT 7-31-2010:
Due to lots of questions surrounding the latest 2.2 Froyo OTA Leaks, I decided to add this info (from page 12) to the OP:
Originally Posted by samwathegreat
This tutorial is ONLY for 2.1 roms BEFORE the 720p / mobile hotspot leaked OTA. If you are running the 2.1 OTA that includes 720p recording and mobile hotspot, this will still work without applying the kernel I posted.
Wireless tether will NOT work in AP mode in ANY of the latest leaked froyo builds. It may appear to work, but it is in fact not broadcasting, so you can't connect. You have a couple of options:
1. Use wireless tether 2.0.2 in ad-hoc mode
2. Modify the settings in the included 3g mobile hotspot such that it works without paying verizon an extra $20 bux a month.
The problem / reason we can't compile a kernel that supports ap mode for these roms is that HTC has not released the source code. The older kernels are incompatible with the latest roms. We will see more development in this area when the source code becomes available.
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i currently have the 2.0.2 wireless tether working on my htc incredible. could someone explain the benefits of making the latest version of wireless tether, i think it's 2.0.5, run in access point mode rather than ad-hoc mode? i don't really know the advantages/disadvantages of the different modes..
The main advantage is that AP mode will (should...) allow ANY wifi device to connect.
With the old ad-hoc method, many devices such as nintendo ds, ipod touch, etc. could not connect.
Also, I'm not sure how many of you are familiar with dd-wrt and other custom router firmwares and their functions/benefits, but if you have a router running dd-wrt, and are familiar with the client / client bridge / repeater / repeater bridge modes, then you know that these modes will NOT work in ad-hoc mode.
With this new AP functionality, you can set your dd-wrt router to repeat your phone's SSID, OR use a router as a client bridge for your desktop computer or other device.
These are just a couple of benefits of AP mode. Many people probably have no use for much of this, but simply being able to connect almost any device (which was previously impossible with ad-hoc) is a huge benefit in and of itself.
Anyone else, please feel free to post additional benefits of using wireless tether in AP mode.
-samwathegreat
AP mode works with all devices that support wifi. Adhoc typically only works with pc. Also adhoc can do only 1 device at a time. (ap mode can do many)
Sent from my ADR6300 using XDA App
the337: Also forgot to mention that another great benefit is that, with the new kernel, WPA2 encryption is supported instead of WEP. Wireless tether 2.0.2 only uses WEP encryption which is unsecure and easily cracked (go aircrack-ng).
Personally, I haven't had a chance to try WPA2 encryption. Anyone want to test, and confirm if it works?
EDIT: WPA2 works perfectly for me. It's nice to be able to have an access point on my android that the teenage neighbor can't hack into
is there anyway of getting this into the hydra kernal?
junjlo:
You will have to ask the developers of hydra-kernel to add:
CONFIG_BCM4329_SOFTAP=y
to the .config file before compiling the kernel.
This is already in the kernel for cm6 and skyraider. It may even be in the other Hydra kernels. We have been messing with it for a while. And it should work with anyone using the leak.
Excellent! Thanks for the info. First post updated.
I just tried this using the CM6 Test7 Rom. The tethering works fine as described, but the change to the kernel caused the "screen tearing" problem to reoccur. This hasn't happened since the early CM6 Roms. I really like the idea of AP tethering but I can't deal with the screen tearing. Maybe I'll try it again on the next CM6 version.
I guess you missed the Part about how you don't need to use the kernel if you're running cm6 or sky raider???
Cm6's kernel should already support ap mode. Simply install the newest apk for wireless tether.
Yeah, I guess I didn't understand that from the OP. So good, I'll try again and let you know how it goes.
Just fyi:
2.0.5 isn't available in the market. The market still lists version 2.0.2
Either get the new version from my zip file, or download it from the developers website.
Credit: the geniuses of the wireless tether for root users project.
Sweet, works beautifully! It even informs you when someone jumps on (if you're not secured) and gives you the option to kick them off. I love it. Thank you for bringing this to my (and others) attention. It is MUCH better than the Ad-Hoc Wireless Tethering!
You have just sent me into orbit!! This works beautifully! Thank You to the power of 10!!
Glad you guys love it! Keep the comments coming.
If you could please post the bin file, it would be appreciated.
Thanks.
Edit-Nevermind, I found it. Thanks
do you have to pay fot this, since it is ap just like theone in settimgs
Sent from my Incredible using XDA App
Spotmark:
Place the bin file onto the sdcard inside a folder called android.tether
Everyone else:
This is only necessary if you don't already have the fw_bcm4329.bin file inside the folder "android.tether" on your sdcard. Chances are, you already have this file on your sdcard. It is only provided for those that don't already have it.
Enjoy.
jdkoreclipse:
Absolutely not! This comes from the developers of the wireless tether for root users project.
The program is identical to the wireless tether app that we've used for ages. This new version allows you to use it in access-point mode instead of ad-hoc, providing you have a kernel that supports it.
Anyone want to back me up?
Related
Hi guys... I have a few questions for you about my Hero. Forgive me for not yet having the same level of knowledge that many of you guys have. I am certain that I can contribute in some way, as well. My phone details:
Firmware version: 1.5
Baseband version: 1.04.01.09.21
Kernel version: 2.6.27-533ce29d
Build number: 1.56.651.2 CL5027
Software version: 1.56.651.2
Hardware version: 0002
1. I've read several stories where a number of phones were returned because they couldn't be updated when the new update was released. Is this an absolute fact, that it can't be updated, or is there an error in code somewhere that made it reject the update and there is a known workaround? The answer to this question obviously dictates my forward motion.
I have the typical problem apps, and am getting no joy from youtube. Presently, I'm surfing with good speeds, but market is non-existent.
I like having Sprint tv, when I'm having to sit and wait somewhere.
I have time today and tomorrow to get things ironed out, but will be extrmemly busy after that, like 20 hours a day studying. I'm hoping to get some direction that will give me complete functionality, but will require the least setup. I am quite computer savy, and repaired this phone, to this point, in a day or 2, without asking a single question of anyone. I traced down problems, and solved issues. Seen APN, and TCP errors (don't believe it completely, since I can authenticate on the web). Know that some issues are url problems, etc.
The following questions are based upon the answer to question number 1.
2. Can this phone be updated?
2a. If yes, What do you recommend... 2.1? What rom do you suggest, for full stock-like functionality? Will I lose Sprint tv? Pointers/direction? (pancake??, superhero??)
2b. If no, What rom do you suggest, for full stock-like functionality? Will I lose Sprint tv? Pointers/direction?
Before repairing the phone, I actually tried to update it from my computer, but it was rejected. I turned off my security software and tried again. I noticed that while using XP sp2, a windows program that was incorporated starting with sp2, DEP (data execution prevention) didn't like the actions that the update was taking, and arrested it very shortly after starting (yet the window cycled forever). I assume that many people wouldn't be this observative, and recognize that this was happening. It was halting an HTC file that utilized storage memory (similar to buffer overrun exploits - the reason DEP halted it), for temporary storage of the files to be used for the update. That file was as follows:
C:\Program Files\HTC\HTC Sync\Mobile Phone Monitor\FsyncServer.exe
And the way to prevent it from continuing to do so is:
1. Click Start
2. Select Control Panel
3. Select System
4. Click the Advanced tab
5. In the Performance region select Settings
6. Click the Data Execute tab in the dialog box that opens
7. Select Turn on DEP for all programs and services except for those I select
8. Click Add.
9. The open dialog box will open. Browse and select your application.
10. Click Open
11. Click Apply
12. Click Ok
I guess what I'm sort of suggesting, is that this might be why anyone ever had problems updating, with the exception that OTA also said there wasn't an update.
So, back to the original question. Is it true that some Heros can't be updated? I don't want to force something, and brick, if you know what I mean. I completed the setting that will allow it to go forward (listed above), but haven't tried to update since. I felt that I really needed to ask you guys first, before I made a mistake that I'd regret. Should I try again? Before I started working on the phone I did try OTA and it said there wasn't an update. Now I don't have that option anymore. After repairing the phone, I've lost updates. Am I stuck with 1.5? With my run of the mill phone desires (except that it be fully functional), should I keep 1.5?
I did see gmail 2.3 apk, but is that compatible with 1.5? This looks like is would solve the market issue, if I could use it.
I did read about gscript and addressing mms (although I'm sure that's very old news to you guys), but if in fact I can't update this phone, it might be one of my only alternatives. If that is my only choice, are their also additional scripts to address everything I need to fix (all the normal issues)?
Additionally, it seems that many apps register with the phone/user. So, when you are using a used phone, many apps are still registered as functional. Does flashing a new rom affect the OS and apps? Will I loose the already registered/functioning apps? With a complete upgrade, will I gain functionality of some key features, but lose all other previously enabled apps? In other words, will I gain update, and market, and lose sprint tv?
I have read a lot. With things the way they should be, I've not been able to quite determine what I need to do. With all this being said, How do I go forward and achieve a fully functioning phone? What is the best choice of path's to take for me?
Rooting? I have seen the one-click, and think I'd be correct in that I need something containing Sense UI. Forgive me for asking a stupid question... but the rom is only the menu accessibility, correct? Is there something straight out of the box setup, or do all roms contain configuration notes?
I'm satisfied with stock features, if they work, and adding other useful things like tethering. Since I'll be so busy, I'll have little time to do much else. But don't get me wrong. I have 10 PC's in my house, with only 2 people living here. I'd love to customize the crap out of it. It's just not going to happen any time soon, due to my brutal study schedule. So for now, I just want it to work like it should, on a B mvno.
Do I go north, south, east, or west????
Could someone chime in that can give me direction, based on everything I've stated. Your response is so graciously appreciated.
Cheers!
Umm well I'm not sure why you're having problems with any update, someone who's far more experienced can maybe tell you but as far as roms I think it depends on whether you like sense or wanna go froyo. Cyanogen mod 6.1 stable (2.2) is nice & highly customizable however there's also AOSP roms (2.2) that some people feel is quicker than cyanogen however they aren't as customizable as cyanogen, in addition there are tons of GREAT themes for both. Also we've had a ton of work on an odex AOSP gingerbread rom (2.3) not yet stable but works good for most & on that note a great themer also put together a themed AOSP gingerbread rom (2.3) that looks good & about stability I'm not so sure on but I would recommend those roms. Although with these roms YES you will lose sprint apps like TV & vvm etc. However people have posted these apks in the theme thread section to work on roms like cyanogen & AOSP. If you do like sense roms there's a couple that are still live in the development section like nfinite & nfx I believe. Hope some of that info helps
Thanks so much for your response. So Cyanogen mod 6.1 stable (2.2) is highly customizable... That's good.
So let me get this straight. I need to:
root (is one-click OS version specific? Can it be used on 1.5?)
backup
save to pc
update to 2.1 (if I can, and it needs to be the rootable version found here)
re-root
and flash Cyanogen
and setup
Is this correct?
inkblots said:
Thanks so much for your response. So Cyanogen mod 6.1 stable (2.2) is highly customizable... That's good.
So let me get this straight. I need to:
root (is one-click OS version specific? Can it be used on 1.5?)
backup
save to pc
update to 2.1 (if I can, and it needs to be the rootable version found here)
re-root
and flash Cyanogen
and setup
Is this correct?
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Sort of. I can't remember which version I was at when I rooted but I remember I downgraded to do it. But if you go in the development section you will find a thread that shows & gives you what you need to root. So you should root. Then flash a recovery image such as clockwork mod or amon ra. When I rooted I used the recovery from the downloadable app (Rom manager) in the market & that one was clockdwork mod. It's worked great for me so I've been using it ever since. Then backup whatever you are running currently. Then flash whatever rom you want. I'm about to see if I can link you to a root thread then once you do so I can give you a dl link to cm 6.1 stable. Will you be able to root on 1.5?? I don't completely know...
Edit: Ok this is the way I rooted mine, hopefully this will work for you
http://theunlockr.com/2010/09/27/how-to-root-the-htc-hero-androot-method/
Hi folks,
Hoping this thread isn't redundant, but through my ROM-flashing journeys I've looked up and come across random issues with regards to being able to tether for free and using webtop. Here are the main two issues I've found:
- "I cannot reliably use Safestrap and Webtop / Lapdock together"
- "I cannot tether with the ICS leaks, even with Fox-Fi"
Some partial combination of the two, or both scenarios, seem to be popping up from random individuals with various custom ROMs.
I am lucky and somehow am able to do both but I have to be running the .223 leak, and I have to be on that unsafe side of the Safestrap install. I can't do either when I'm running on the safe side with my custom ROM. For me, personally, this is no problem. When I'm tethering, I prefer not to be using my phone for anything else anyway because it runs really hot and I'm busy using my computer or tablet instead of my phone, anyway.
If this describes you, then great: All you need to do is make sure you're on the .223 leak, not a later one. Tethering should work for you just fine (as long as you do the SQLite Editor hack: bit.ly SLASH sRRfw2 [I can't post links yet]). IF it doesn't, though, just post here. I have no idea if this is foolproof; I just know it works for me.
As for Webtop, I did NOT remove Safestrap; I just went over to my unsafe side and booted into my stock .223 leak. Connecting the mini-HDMI cable to my TV yielded Webtop mode and it works just fine. I'm not sure if it has to do with the fact that I'm running an earlier leak, if I'm lucky, or if the issues were only for people who tried it on a custom ROM; again I just know it's working for me and hopefully it'll work for you too.
I'm assuming that if you use one of Jester's JMOD Blur ROMs, you can use both of these without issue. I'm trying this out now with his latest Liquid BLUR release. I suppose that makes this thread a bit redundant but hopefully at least this is seen as an "alternative" in case your config doesn't work.
This isn't so much redundant to me, however I wonder..
Would installing a custom ROM on the unsafe side enable webtop & tethering, or does it have to be the stock ROM? I'm sure it does..
Sent from my kitchen toaster.
My wifi tether fix
I'm on ICS 232 leak, using Rag3 2.0 rom.
download the latest beta version (WiFi Tether for Root Users 3.2-beta2 *** BETA ***) of Wifi Tether from google: http://code.google.c.../downloads/list
configure it thusly:
device profile: Generic ICS/JB (wlan1)
Setup method: Netd (Master)
enable routing fix (scroll down the settings menu a bit) this box must be checked
this gave me a 65mb/s connection on my laptop and, because it is not an "ad hoc" network, my Nexus 7 tablet also can log on to the hotspot with all bars.
EDIT: I forgot to mention that when I exit Wifi Tether app now, there is NO reboot of the device!
Hope this helps.
idivorceyou said:
I'm on ICS 232 leak, using Rag3 2.0 rom.
download the latest beta version (WiFi Tether for Root Users 3.2-beta2 *** BETA ***) of Wifi Tether from google: http://code.google.c.../downloads/list
configure it thusly:
device profile: Generic ICS/JB (wlan1)
Setup method: Netd (Master)
enable routing fix (scroll down the settings menu a bit) this box must be checked
this gave me a 65mb/s connection on my laptop and, because it is not an "ad hoc" network, my Nexus 7 tablet also can log on to the hotspot with all bars.
EDIT: I forgot to mention that when I exit Wifi Tether app now, there is NO reboot of the device!
Hope this helps.
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Awesome--it works! Thanks! Now if only I could get Webtop working on this ROM.
One note: I actually could not get this to work at first so on a whim I chose Generic ICS/JB (wlan0) and it works for me now. My config is .223 on the non-safe side, Liquid ICS 1.5 on the safe side.
There's no 223 ics leak
Only 2231 2233 229 230 232 235 238 242 244
bhp117 said:
There's no 223 ics leak
Only 2231 2233 229 230 232 235 238 242 244
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My guess is that he meant 232. That's the most commonly used version.
im on 244 stock (though heavily modded), despite that foxfi wifi tether works as well as webtop (and simultaneously, anyone ever get bluetooth tether to work?)
webtop mode (or any HDMI enabled modes for that matter) are very difficult to properly mod in order for them to work "seamlessly" in custom ROMs. this is because most custom ROMs are built from CM9 or AOSP base which *do not* contain the necessary system components to support Motorola's proprietary sw/hw implementations.
the only ROMs that will work with webtop are those that start from a moto blur base (like redhead for example). with kexec now, though, things could change.
.. but doesn't help that moto just canned webtop for good
bhp117 said:
There's no 223 ics leak
Only 2231 2233 229 230 232 235 238 242 244
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I was referring to 2233. Frankly it doesn't matter--the point is that I wasn't on the version where some folks said tethering stopped working. (There's a thread on here somewhere from a few months ago about someone thinking there was a VZW mole here because of that.)
I flashed LiquidBlur from Jester and I'm typing this from a lapdock now. Shame because I liked Liquid 1.5 but this is a really good variant too.
Well, well, well.
Here we go!
This here is OG Revolution. A light weight rom for the LG Revolution VS910.
What's under the hood:
--Based off the ZVB update
--Debloated
--Deodexed
--SuperSU
--Ultimate Multi-tasking MOD from Zeppelinrox
--Stock ZVB kernel w/ init.d support
--Custom build.prop tweaks
--Super ad blocking host file
--Custom OG theme
--CRT-off (screen off animation)
--Rooted
--Unsecure kernel
--Custom OG tweaks
--Sysctl support/tweaks
--Beats Audio
--Sony Xloud
--1% low batt notification
--Accurate batt mod (1% increments)
--Custom boot animation
--Direct Injection Entropy booster - by Exit_Only
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Instructions:
1 Download ROM
2 Reboot into recovery
3 Backup device
4 WIPE DATA (before flashing OG)
5 Flash OG (after DATA WIPE)
6 Reboot system
7 Wait. Check out the custom OG Revolution kernel splash
8 Wait some more while watching custom boot animation
9 Proceed with sim activation
10 (android phone will FC on first boot. Otherwise, works fine)
11 Press home key (initial setup will FC)
12 When fully booted, log into play store.
13 Start downloading your apps.
**Swype must be enabled in Settings. LG keyboard is default.
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****IMPORTANT****
If you do not wipe data, you will run into a lot of quirks.
Also, if you have issues with super user, just download SuperSU http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053 Get the flashable zip.
If, you flash and are not rooted, just re-root the device.
About phone will not show ZVB. It only shows the latest ota/tot you've installed. For proof, check build.prop or check your download speed (wifi or mobile )
Quickboot has been provided for boot options. Power menu is completely stock.
I am not responsible for any damage to your device. Use at your own risk.
Step 3 clearly states to backup device.
If there are any kwirks, like no status bar or missing images within the UI, just reboot. IDK why this happens but it does. Just reboot and things should be OK.
Also, pls be weary of any tweaks or addons you install. Examine the OG Tweaks script in the init.d folder for any conflicts first. If you don't know, ask.
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Finally 1.0
OK, OK. Enough BS.
DOWNLOAD
OG Revolution 1.0
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Coming soon: Power menu mod, Porting of themes to OG, and anything else I or anyone else can come up with.
Thank you's:
Zepplinrox
MT
Exit_Only
LDrifta (over @ AF)
PlayfulGod
"I'm sure there are more"
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I.M.famous XMAN said:
Well, well, well.
Here we go!
This here is OG ZVB. A light weight rom for the LG Revolution VS910.
What's under the hood:
Instructions:
****IMPORTANT****
If you do not wipe data, you will run into a lot of quirks.
Also, if you have issues with super user, just download SuperSU http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053 Get the flashable zip.
If, you flash and are not rooted, just re-root the device. I think it might be the SU 3.2. idk just yet. Next version might have SuperSU instead.
About phone will not show ZVB. It only shows the latest ota/tot you've installed. For proof, check build.prop or check your download speed (wifi or mobile )
You will need to use an app or the power button combo to boot to recovery. Power menu is completely stock.
This is a beta
OK, OK. Enough BS.
DOWNLOAD
Coming soon: OG ZVB Pure
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Well Done. Downloading it now.
Let me know what you think ppl. Feedback is great.
Next I'm working on adding or trying to add custom boot ani to the zvb stock kernel. Idk maybe I'll try to compile one. We will see.
And thanks to all who have dl'd it and are willing to give it a try. :beer:
<"I aM famous">
Sent from my VS910 4G using xda app-developers app
Sweet. Will have to give it a go.
I just finished getting the Fascinatemtd ported to Ubuntu Touch. Need to complete my repo and get it out there.
Haven't gotten a new phone, yet. Still looking forward to doing something with this little old Revo when I do, though.
Flashed the ROM this morning. I am setting up my phone right now. So far everything seems good. Runs great thus far. I will run it for a few days and post back.
Haxcid said:
Flashed the ROM this morning. I am setting up my phone right now. So far everything seems good. Runs great thus far. I will run it for a few days and post back.
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Appreciate it.
One thing, my wife's revo prompted her for the zvb update. I believe i forgot to disable the updater. My bad y'all. You can manually fix it or just wait a bit. I will post a patch to disable the verizon updater; makes it simple if you don't know how.
I went from ZVB stock to OG and so far it has been pretty seamless. I have all my apps installed again and everything configured. Everything appears to work great. Nice debloated base ROM with a few tweaks is exactly what I was looking for in a ROM.
Great Work.
My recommendation to those who are still here, Use the TOT and take the phone to ZV9, update to ZVB, root/cwm, back it up, and make the switch from BO...
The problem I fill with BO was there was to much done to it and that between the Kernal and the overclocking it just makes the phone unstable for many. I know I could not run it.
It would be nice if we could get the ZVB TOT and get the firmware ripped out.
Great work I.M.
Good to hear. And about the firmware, I'm working on that. I'm seem to be stuck on v8.
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda app-developers app
Really dumb question but....what link to I click to download the file from the download site? I clicked download and it brought me to a site that tries to sign me up for Netball???
Edit: Found the link. Buried between a bunch of ads towards the bottom of the page....
Just flashed OG ZVB, looks like you removed the Bing APK because when I hit the search button on the bottom right I get an error message. Any way to rewire that so it launches google search?
Never noticed that. I'll look into it and see what's up.
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Also, I am having issues with Internet Connectivity. Web browsing seems to be fine but the Play Store is almost completely nonresponsive as well as downloading themes from within Beautiful Widgets. I am not sure why the internet works in one place but not another. Thought I would report this nonetheless however.
dbeauch said:
Also, I am having issues with Internet Connectivity. Web browsing seems to be fine but the Play Store is almost completely nonresponsive as well as downloading themes from within Beautiful Widgets. I am not sure why the internet works in one place but not another. Thought I would report this nonetheless however.
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the connectivity issue 'could' be caused by the ad blocking host file. There should be 2 host files within the rom. One of them is a backup of the stock host file. Just swap em and reboot. also, vzw dns servers have always seemed a little slow to me. try changing them to google's dns servers. Rom toolbox can do it for you. I'm also gonna check and see if it is something on my end.
And as to the search issue, mine goes to google. Maybe try installing google search from the playstore and let us know.
I.M.famous XMAN said:
the connectivity issue 'could' be caused by the ad blocking host file. There should be 2 host files within the rom. One of them is a backup of the stock host file. Just swap em and reboot. also, vzw dns servers have always seemed a little slow to me. try changing them to google's dns servers. Rom toolbox can do it for you. I'm also gonna check and see if it is something on my end.
And as to the search issue, mine goes to google. Maybe try installing google search from the playstore and let us know.
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How do I swap the host files?
dbeauch said:
How do I swap the host files?
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Rename "hosts" to "hosts.bak" or whatever you prefer. Then rename the other host file to just "hosts"
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betatest3 said:
Ok well.... bye guys, I will no longer be developing for this phone(publicly).
I built a ZVB ROM based on OG, it flashes, it boots, it is very slow, did not make it into the setup screen, it restarts.
Could it be made not to do this?
If so I will continue making ROMS.
But for now TestROM will just be getting bug fixes, and tweaks no ZVB.
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Send me a link the your rom. I'll take a look and see if there is something I can do to help.
ok so I have been running this for about a day now. Initially it was very slow and internet connectivity was intermittant. I downloaded a third party ad blocking app and redid the hosts file and that seemed to fix it. But another part of the prob I was having was that it turns out that I DID in fact lose root access. So I rerooted and re-CWMed and now its running flawlessly.
Here are some suggstions for next release:
1) Remove even more bloat (DeskHome for example)
2) Replace Launcher with something better. LG Home sucks!
3) Add in Google Maps, Quick Boot or similar (or mod Power Menu to include same functionality incl screencap feature), and add the latest Swype as default keyboard (LG ZVB preinstalled Swype is terrible).
4) Replace Superuser with SuperSU and fix this whole losing root on flash thing.
5) Update all preinstalled apps with latest version.
6) Update About Phone to include all relevant info for ROM and underlying firmware.
7) update default Browser homepage to Google.com or something (really anything other than the LG default...terrible)
8) enable non market apps and usb debugging by default
9) update with a cool boot ani (like the android peeing on the apple, I love that one!)
OK this is all I can think of for now. Thanks so much for your work here! It's way more than anything I could do! Now that I have fixed the hosts issue and root issue this ROM is working great. Although I am still having intermittant occasional data connectivity issues. I will continue to monitor.
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OK I will follow your suggestions later, after some stuff gets done.
Thanks guys
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I'm on the sidelines now since this phone is no longer activated and is a lonely server sitting at home. Going to see if I can get the official OTA to ZVB and try your next release. Great going for keeping some air in this old tire
...not sure if ZVB will OTA to a phone that's not active. Will see.
Edit: Nope. The OTA has to come over the air. Seems obvious, eh? I had to fit the active micro SIM card from the GS4 into the Revo to get the update OTA.
dbeauch said:
ok so I have been running this for about a day now. Initially it was very slow and internet connectivity was intermittant. I downloaded a third party ad blocking app and redid the hosts file and that seemed to fix it. But another part of the prob I was having was that it turns out that I DID in fact lose root access. So I rerooted and re-CWMed and now its running flawlessly.
Here are some suggstions for next release:
1) Remove even more bloat (DeskHome for example)
2) Replace Launcher with something better. LG Home sucks!
3) Add in Google Maps, Quick Boot or similar (or mod Power Menu to include same functionality incl screencap feature), and add the latest Swype as default keyboard (LG ZVB preinstalled Swype is terrible).
4) Replace Superuser with SuperSU and fix this whole losing root on flash thing.
5) Update all preinstalled apps with latest version.
6) Update About Phone to include all relevant info for ROM and underlying firmware.
7) update default Browser homepage to Google.com or something (really anything other than the LG default...terrible)
8) enable non market apps and usb debugging by default
9) update with a cool boot ani (like the android peeing on the apple, I love that one!)
OK this is all I can think of for now. Thanks so much for your work here! It's way more than anything I could do! Now that I have fixed the hosts issue and root issue this ROM is working great. Although I am still having intermittant occasional data connectivity issues. I will continue to monitor.
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I agree pretty much. I would leave home but convert it to a non system app. I would add another launcher. Home is not normally laggy for me but it is in this rom. Updated swipe would be ok.
I prefer the stock boot animation vs. animations like the android peeing on an apple do no interest me what so ever.
As for overall performance... Today it really seems very very slow. For now I am going to have to restore my back up. It is really really dragging ass.
Ok guys, I've almost got custom boot animations to work with the stock kernel and I think I got the lag figured out. Testing out a few things, so be looking for an update shortly.
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This mod enables the Mobile Hotspot feature on your Xperia Z3V without checking for tether entitlement. (In other words, you can use the mobile hotspot feature even if you are not paying for it on your Verizon account.)
Prerequisites:
1. You must be rooted.
2. You must have the XZ Dual Recovery installed. http://nut.xperia-files.com/
3. Reboot into either TWRP or PHILZ and flash the attached file.
DO NOT FLASH THIS YET YOU WILL BOOTLOOP IM TRYING TO DELETE THE ATTACHMENT. MAJOR ERROR. WILL RE UPLOAD SOON. IF YOU ARE BOOTLOOPING AFTER INSTALLING YOU WILL HAVE TO FTF BACK TO STOCK. MAJOR DEVELOPMENTAL FAIL, I'M LEARNING ALONG WITH EVERYONE ELSE. IT'LL BE UP AND WORKING SOON.
4. Reboot
If I helped you in any way, don't forget to THANK ME!
Please disregard this thread. The best method to getting tether without verification is downloading X Tether from Xposed Framework. Thanks.
(Note: I didn't make any of this software. I just found it all and brought it together. I apologize for not being able to add direct links to each post I got this all from, I didn't record the sites I got them from.)
This is for the people who were unlucky enough to own a VS980 LG G2, rather than the other models which are loved by developers, a phone that is incredibly finicky and niche...
I honestly wish somebody made a guide like this for us VS980 users (a phone which most ROMs don't work on, has a locked bootloader, etc...) before I had to experience this pain.
(Okay, rant over.)
However, I have done it anyway and installed 7.1.1 Nougat on the VS980
(If you don't know the pain I'm talking about, consider yourself lucky...)
I've also gathered all the necessary files to one place so you won't have to hunt like I did. Following this guide to a T should result in a "effortless" to a "dang, I had to do something" modding experience
"Basic" Steps:
Install ALL tools Necessary (Drivers, Programs, Etc...)
Downgrade to Kitkat
Root
Install TWRP and Kernel
Erase Phone
Install Bootstack
Install ROM (CM14.1)
Install Gapps
Reboot and Enjoy (Might take a while first boot.)
Additional Notes (So you guys don't do what I do)
The files are all downloadable here:
Mega: https://mega.nz/folder/nOQiSZhA#geOCtLtVnEqVABogOXhmvA
(The files are 3.3GB so it will take a while.)
Use MegaDownloader to bypass Mega's download restrictions:
https://megadownloader.en.softonic.com/
The folders are marked accordingly to the "Basic" steps listed above.
Follow each of them in order and Open the "READ ME" text file in each for instructions.
Good luck!
(Sorry for the Bland-looking Post and Files, I don't really have a knack for making colorful Guides.)
EXTRA:
If you'd like to try getting 8.1, Here's a link to a ROM (I tested) that works:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g2/development/rom-aospextended-rom-v5-6-t3802329
Just make sure you flash the bootstack. Files are found in Folder: "9.Things to Try"
Basically follow the same steps (Downgrading, TWRP, etc...)
-Use Magisk to Root (Better than Super SU because, installed properly, it will hide your root so you don't
have to use Root Cloak.) <=(Pokémon GO)
NOTICE: WHEN REBOOTING AFTER FLASHING, DO NOT PRESS INSTALL SUPER SU
Just press do not install. You can root later....
[ Installing Super SU can possibly brick your phone and you'll have to start over ]
(It's just that every time I press that button, it never works... but I'm not sure )
If you brick your phone (Black screen of death), you can use a USB jig to get it to download mode and use the .kdz flasher (Lg Flash Tool) to restart from the beginning with the stock software.
USB jigs are really cheap (like <2$. I just made one myself ) and are incredibly useful to get out of tight situations. If you plan on modding a lot in the future, you should consider getting one.
(If you don't know what I am talking about, try to keep it that way.)
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
I thought I should add this (You're welcome BTW)
Bootstacks:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...resources-bootstacks-unofficial-t3050777/amp/
Stock Kdz and Tot Files:
https://lg-kdz-firmware.com/lg-g2-firmware/36.html
(If any download links don't work, I can update them)
Dude, you are the boss.. Been doing this forever, and it is always appreciated when I find someone who puts it all in one place.. MANY MANY thanks to you for putting all this in one place.. Also thanks to the coders who made it possible..
angael said:
Dude, you are the boss.. Been doing this forever, and it is always appreciated when I find someone who puts it all in one place.. MANY MANY thanks to you for putting all this in one place.. Also thanks to the coders who made it possible..
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Glad I helped
Is anyone still out there?
All of the Mega linked folders are empty, am I doing something wrong?
As a side note, my objective is to upgrade the ROM to at least Marshmallow so I can install Android Auto and Screen2 Auto. There is one app I want to use but it isn't allowed by Android Auto. I'm then hoping to make the phone a dedicated Android Auto "server" and leave it connected to my car's USB port. Any guidance on the best way to do this would be appreciated.
My VS980 is currently on the stock Android 5.0.2 ROM.
Update: I managed to get CM14.1 installed following the "Basic" steps. It took some trial and error but I got there.
If anyone finds this thread and knows of a better ROM for my use I'd be interested in hearing about it.
RKCRLR said:
Is anyone still out there?
All of the Mega linked folders are empty, am I doing something wrong?
As a side note, my objective is to upgrade the ROM to at least Marshmallow so I can install Android Auto and Screen2 Auto. There is one app I want to use but it isn't allowed by Android Auto. I'm then hoping to make the phone a dedicated Android Auto "server" and leave it connected to my car's USB port. Any guidance on the best way to do this would be appreciated.
My VS980 is currently on the stock Android 5.0.2 ROM.
Update: I managed to get CM14.1 installed following the "Basic" steps. It took some trial and error but I got there.
If anyone finds this thread and knows of a better ROM for my use I'd be interested in hearing about it.
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What happened? I do have LG G2 VS980 and works fine to me. I'm actually in Android 11 now. Links are down? How come?
Absolute Territory said:
What happened? I do have LG G2 VS980 and works fine to me. I'm actually in Android 11 now. Links are down? How come?
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I think the files expired in Mega (or I'm doing something wrong to access them).
My phone seems to be working OK but I don't use it for making phone calls.
My main problem now is I can't figure out how to access fastboot. I get a "waiting for any device" response when I issue any fastboot command. I can get to the download screen where it is waiting for a firmware update but I can't get past that.
Re uploaded the MEGA link. Don't know why there weren't any files there anymore. It is probably because I didn't check it for a while.