[Q] What are some good ROMs for a tech illiterate friend? - Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I've been using this captivate that a buddy let me have for a few months now, and I have enjoyed playing around with it. My friend needs a new phone so I am giving him this Captivate and returning to the desire HD that I have. I'm looking for a ROM that is fast and stable but I don't necessarily want to give him a stock odin rom. I am familiar with rooting, recovery and flashing custom ROMs. I've got a few questions and preferences:
I'm looking for something that will boost performance and remove bloat.
I need it to be incredibly stable as I will be flashing it and then it will be out of hands.
I would prefer ICS if possible, but a good stable gingerbread ROM would be fine too.
Any suggestions? Thanks.

Check out the Collective team. They has several Roms...GB, ICS and JB.
Here is the ICS Rom thread...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=29979761
Here is the thread for JB.... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31145604
And here is the KK4 GB Rom...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=20288065
The Collective does great work and produces stable, quality Roms.
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.....And remember, if anyone else suggests anything else----well, i was first :beer:
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Thanks man, I'll check them out!

Just a couple quick things to ponder while you are looking into the ROMs. If they need something stable imo gb is gonna be the way to go. ICS you have to worry about the encryption unsuccessful issue that is known to hit the cappy. (you can find the thread about this in the dev section). While there are some really great jb ROMs out there (The Collective included lol) sometimes can still have a few bugs.
BTW @ 4-2ndtwin you missed a ROM lol.
And thanks for your help on that sgs3 thing.
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+1 to what rob said.
And dang it i sure did miss one :/ my bad.
...here it is----a unique, stable, GB KK4 based, one of a kind Rom ---->> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=27985912
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Best ICS for P1000

Which software with Android ICS design/system is the best one for the gt-p1000?
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Guys i am searching for the same
Looking up for upgrading my p1000 os from GB to ICS
Is there any stable ics rom designed for p1000 along with kernel?
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swananddeshkar said:
Guys i am searching for the same
Looking up for upgrading my p1000 os from GB to ICS
Is there any stable ics rom designed for p1000 along with kernel?
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DominikHX said:
Which software with Android ICS design/system is the best one for the gt-p1000?
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Non... all are based on GB kernel, so no real ICS for now
ICS but not really lock and feel is really great! > http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1497872
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Which software with Android ICS design/system is the best one for the gt-p1000?
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Stay away from ICS as there are no stable versions available at the moment.
Depends on what you mean by stable.
It is pretty stable now, but not full featured yet.
i need help
i want to install ICS on My P1000
it is having original 2.2 Froyo
please help me
this is the first time i m doing it and i have got my tab only 4 days ago
ics p1000
Last night I installed a CM9 ICS BUILD from a humberos kernel site using it now everything works except camera but the from has a screenshot function so what I do is open the camera app and other take the screenshot and just crop it and booom I'm happy
Camera is fixed. If you don't know how to push changes, you should wait for a few more days to get new build that has fixes.
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crissza said:
Last night I installed a CM9 ICS BUILD from a humberos kernel site using it now everything works except camera but the from has a screenshot function so what I do is open the camera app and other take the screenshot and just crop it and booom I'm happy
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Is there a CM9 ROM for the Tmobile Tab?
Wow cool.... I learned flashing yesterday only...
It is nice..
I have made custom firmwares of my own in symbian now android time
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Miui 4 ICS for galaxy tab looks HOTTTT, and however I can't get nether my sim card to work nor wifi. Can anyone be a Saint and guide this newbie on the right path..???
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which MIUI?
[ROM][GSM][ALPHA]MIUI ICS 2.1.6 Based on CM9 ??
If this is the one, well, it is an alpha ROM. So don't expect too much.
And hasn't been updated since Jan 2012.
The dev said don't use it as a daily rom.
That truly burst my bubble, cause once I downloaded it I feel in love with the way the entire interface looked and felt. All I can say is the development had something cooking there, I wish he would have maxed it out. It could have been really one of the best kernels out.. Just my option. Thanks for the feedback, I truly appreciate all of you that help us non knowing newbies out.. And I say that from the heart. Is there anything that comes close to it out..?? I'm using CM9'S build #31, it's good but the fonts are small and I miss the notification page that sides down. Can you please be kind enuff (not saying you haven't thus far) to put me one to the HOTTEST build out, we'll which ever you think is the best out for daily use for my GT-P1000. Thanks again, and muck blessings to you and yours.
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This is the best ICS ROM for this device as fas as I'm concerned. Works really well. A couple of minor bugs but overall it flies.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1523174
I searched the link you suggested, however I didn't see my device listed (GT - P1000). Is there a direct link you can send me to it'll be greatly appreciated. And what is ice Aokp..??
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I'm really not sure what you mean. The link I posted takes you the ICS ROM for P1000 device.
May be I'm misunderstanding your question.
Hi luchiano,
If you are on cm9, there isn't a build 31.
That is ICS AOKP that has that build number.
You won't have slides down transparent notification like in gingerbread, sorry can't help there.
But font size can be increased easily in settings- display-font size.
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Cool, will I would like to start off by thanking you both Priyana and ipit, known to get a little clear I'm going to put up the spec that shows up on my about tablet section "kernel version -2. 6.35.7 sgt7-ics-TE4M #20120410 CAYANOGENMOD VERSION BUILD # CM9-SGT7 TE4M_20120410. @ Priyana, I was almost sure when I downloaded the version I seen build #31, however I could be wrong. Can you please do me the favor and send me a link to what ever version your on..?? It would be highly appreciated. Thanks again to you both.
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ICS!
I think the best ICS rom is AOKP,the rom is in beta testing now
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1523174&highlight=wifi

ICS ROM's

Hey guys, with all these new ICS ROM's emerging...Im trying to get an understanding as to which one is the most ideal one. I know some have camera working, some don't....is it worth updating, or too many bugs?
Thanks
Use safe strap. You can test out the roms while still having your main rom on your phone
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This is not a good place to park this thread.
But there aren't many choices for ICS roms...
ICS4Bionic would be my choice
I recommend th3orys aokp rom. Def runs the best in my bionic and has the most customizing features with the rom control. Front camera doesn't work though as with any ics rom on the bionic.
http://bionic.th3oryrom.us.to/AOKP_AXI0M_B_AB2_KANG_4.0.3_SIGNED.zip
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ICS discussions here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1347124

good and stable custom rom for note n7000

can someone suggest me good and stable custom rom for galaxy note n7000, i m on stock ics with cf root....please revert...thanks in advance
I'd suggest getting the CM9 based ones.. Paranoid or CM9 RC.
nao.dayo said:
I'd suggest getting the CM9 based ones.. Paranoid or CM9 RC.
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I second this suggestion
I third....
Paranoid android jb
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ParanoidAndroid V0.5. As stable as it can get. Have been using it from 2 months. Not a problem. *touch wood* LOL
I'm on "The Classic Rom" after Criskello has seized supporting his ROM. The Classic ROM is super stable coupled with the HydraCore kernel.
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I don't suggest any ROM until you really tried one for yourself. What might work for others might NOT necessarily work for you...
So it's better you have to really try one (by flashing it), or look it up on each ROM threads you can find here on this forum.
Again, different strokes for different folks... Trust and rely yourself more than just taking the words of other people... Try to flash each ROM you like until you'll settle down to the one that really suits your liking....
Cm9 for raw power or cleanote if you still want tw stock
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If you go for cm9 based roms remember that you won't get smemo,snote
I am using RocketROM v.11 with SpeedMod Kernel k3-13.
This combination runs pretty smooth and no any reboot needed.
I am using my GN for business with no game at all, so I am not chasing for top speed.
Hope this could give you some hints.
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JellyCore v2 with KERNEL HydraCore v4.3b
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Difference Between Custom Rom And Stock

Hey Guys
So Listen I Have The CM9 Paranoidandroid V0.4 And I Started Hearing About The Official ICS Coming From Samsung The Official So What Do You Think Should I Switch To The Stock And Try The Samsung Firmware Or Should I Stay On Paranoidandroid Which Is Better I Cant Say Please Help Me
Cm9 is ics more like intended, paranoid is same with tweaksettings ability.
Stock is how Samsung intended it. Which means looks practically as previous version roms lol
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Its basically of your choice many peoples love touhwiz and more hate it but stock roms are very stable than any other rom
Well in touchwiz you can use:
1.full spen functionality
2.wifi direct
3.and some minor things
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Just get urself outta this cm9ahit buddy..dunno y people go for it...it's too risky ****...and when u have really nice stock based roms like crash ics and chekrom gb why go for cm9??bwsides cm9 has microphone bug and paranoid is notorious for nonfunctionality of s pen..
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I know of the problems and i know the risks but since the official ics is released for GNOTE i thought which is better my friend said that paranoid is faster , im aware off the mic and s pen problem but thanks anyway
You think i should try the official ??
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Warnahly said:
I know of the problems and i know the risks but since the official ics is released for GNOTE i thought which is better my friend said that paranoid is faster , im aware off the mic and s pen problem but thanks anyway
You think i should try the official ??
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If you like touchwizz, then go for stock, that's the only real benefit. There are a lot of problems with stock ics, superbrick bug that could damage your device, wifi problems, general degradation over time.
CM roms including paranoid are as ics was meant to be and very stable. I have no idea what the guy above means by risks? There aren't any, it's safer than stock.
Like I say it comes down to touchwizz vs stock whichever you prefer.
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dratif said:
Just get urself outta this cm9ahit buddy..dunno y people go for it...it's too risky ****...and when u have really nice stock based roms like crash ics and chekrom gb why go for cm9??bwsides cm9 has microphone bug and paranoid is notorious for nonfunctionality of s pen..
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What are you talking about?
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SpyderTracks said:
If you like touchwizz, then go for stock, that's the only real benefit. There are a lot of problems with stock ics, superbrick bug that could damage your device, wifi problems, general degradation over time.
CM roms including paranoid are as ics was meant to be and very stable. I have no idea what the guy above means by risks? There aren't any, it's safer than stock.
Like I say it comes down to touchwizz vs stock whichever you prefer.
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Ok thanks for the info it really helped dude

[Q] What ROM I should choose?

Hi,
I just bought a SGS+ and I am curious what ROM shoud I choose?(I`ve seen a lot here) Because stock ROM lag`s every time I unlock phone, sometimes apps lag a couple of seconds and I would preffer ICS based ROM but I can try JellyBean too.
I'm looking forward to hearing from you guys!
Thanks.
Really comes down to your preferences. Some are feature rich, some are slimmed down, still others are aimed at gamers and performance. Personally I'm enjoying the Tsunami builds in the 4.1.2 flavor. Just check out a few until one suits you.
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Ok!
I understand. Well, I think that I will download and start to test some of them! Thanks for the tip, I will start with that one that you reccomended.
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Np and welcome to xda. Be prepared to become addicted to flashing. Lol. Enjoy. Oh and don't forget to click thanks. Cheers.
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There are many good ROMs, you should try them and decide what is the best for you.
If you want more performance or if you don't want lag, you can flash a kernel with OC support, you can change the governor and the IO scheduler.
Good luck
I too own a SGS + and for me Bio Hazard is the perfect ICS Rom.
While Gigabread + is the perfect Gingerbread Rom.
But that are my views, it may not be the perfect match for you, so just try out all the ROMs, and one last thing, Jellybean at the sec is a little buggy so stick with 2.3 or 4 !
Ty Brahmnoor! I've tryed Biohazzard and it is a great ROM! Till now!
the topic can be closed! ty all!
XDA - the greatest online comunity ever!
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no probs !
I strongly recommend using Jelly Bean ROMs rather than ICS ones. There are several reasons for that because JB is clearly an upgrade to ICS and not to mention the notorius ICS media bug.
You can start working with cm rom's i find them very attractive. although flashed today MagicBean rom, pretty nice to.
All you need to do is start working in that, keep on trying
My two favs...and the only 2 i switch between after trying almost everything there is.
1. CM9 + Devil Kernel (ICS)
2. Saurom + Semaphore 2.7.4 (gingerbread)
Currently using Saurom + semaphore 2.7.4
Just recently flashed this and im very impressed and pleased.
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Guys! This is an SGS+ I9001 and not an i9000! Stop telling the OP to flash i9000 ROMS oO.
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Mate there are plenty of ROMS!
But I'll list down some you should try!
Arco86 CM9 Beta 3
Hypnos17 BioHazard v5
Ivendor CM9 RC5
Camcory CM10
Camcory CM10 Pac-Man
There's a lot, so be sure to visit the I9001 Android Development Thread!
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adi.v093 said:
I just bought a SGS+ and I am curious what ROM shoud I choose?(I`ve seen a lot here) Because stock ROM lag`s every time I unlock phone, sometimes apps lag a couple of seconds and I would preffer ICS based ROM but I can try JellyBean too.
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I would suggest trying out the JB ROM by Ivendor (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2000828). I'm pretty happy with it, especially since I do not use the features mentioned in that thread as buggy/not working.
The overall performance is awesome, the user interface is very smooth and battery life is better than I had with CM9 ROM.
adi.v093 said:
I'm looking forward to hearing from you guys!
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I think you're gonna like flashing your device Have fun
Try C-Rom jb And C-Rom jb mix its a stable and great rom
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