I've thought about this since other device also are doing this kind of separate "discussion thread" about a particular ROM. To minimize the off-topics and simple Q's raised every time in the development thread.
Now let's start the ball rolling.
Got some issues because of which I decided to return to stock:
1. FC chrome when typing address (after I press enter)
2. FC Camera on spheric photos (or whatever are they called)
3. Sometimes FC theme application
If there weren't these issues, I'd be testing this ROM, unfortunately I had to return to stock because of them. If PA tem will fix them (as I read on G+, I'm not the only one having these issues, so I guess it's not my fault).
Forgot to write, I'm on Nexus 5.
I haven't used PA in a bit, but I still follow the thread. It's about time they got one of these. I mean how many times has that thread been cleaned already? Poor Pirateghost is answering the same questions at least 5 different times on the SAME PAGE, pretty much daily. Now those people can be linked here. Thanks for opening this, OP. Hopefully it does reduce OT in the development thread. Like I said, I try to follow the thread, but there are so many people who don't search and ask questions that are clearly answered like 3 posts above theirs + the people who flame them + the people who bicker back and fourth because of the flaming. It makes the thread a real pain to read. So again, thanks..
Hehehe, the one in dev section is even "Locked" now coz even the mods cannot take it anymore. At least this thread being in the "general section" they will be linient. And occasional off-topics won't hurt.
trawel said:
Got some issues because of which I decided to return to stock:
1. FC chrome when typing address (after I press enter)
2. FC Camera on spheric photos (or whatever are they called)
3. Sometimes FC theme application
If there weren't these issues, I'd be testing this ROM, unfortunately I had to return to stock because of them. If PA tem will fix them (as I read on G+, I'm not the only one having these issues, so I guess it's not my fault).
Forgot to write, I'm on Nexus 5.
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ohh these bugs !!!
BTW did you dirty flash it ?
trawel said:
Got some issues because of which I decided to return to stock:
1. FC chrome when typing address (after I press enter)
2. FC Camera on spheric photos (or whatever are they called)
3. Sometimes FC theme application
If there weren't these issues, I'd be testing this ROM, unfortunately I had to return to stock because of them. If PA tem will fix them (as I read on G+, I'm not the only one having these issues, so I guess it's not my fault).
Forgot to write, I'm on Nexus 5.
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Try a clean flash then see if those are still persistent. For theme issues, most themes aren't stable yet for Android 4.4.3(e.g. some themes will FC the dialer)
I did a clean flash:
Wiped system, data, cache and dalvik, flashed pa, pa gapps stock, pa chrome beta addon, elementalx and supersu as suggested in instructions and these bugs appeared after clean flash
Wysłane z mojego Nexus 5 przy użyciu Tapatalka
trawel said:
I did a clean flash:
Wiped system, data, cache and dalvik, flashed pa, pa gapps stock, pa chrome beta addon, elementalx and supersu as suggested in instructions and these bugs appeared after clean flash
Wysłane z mojego Nexus 5 przy użyciu Tapatalka
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yeah, I've also read(in their PA G+) a couple of posts relating to few bugs like in chrome
for the mean time though
- we can use other internet browser since chrome is having issues with the build
- revert to default theme, if other themes are causing any FC or something
- stick with the stock kernel atm
RoyJ said:
I haven't used PA in a bit, but I still follow the thread. It's about time they got one of these. I mean how many times has that thread been cleaned already? Poor Pirateghost is answering the same questions at least 5 different times on the SAME PAGE, pretty much daily. Now those people can be linked here. Thanks for opening this, OP. Hopefully it does reduce OT in the development thread. Like I said, I try to follow the thread, but there are so many people who don't search and ask questions that are clearly answered like 3 posts above theirs + the people who flame them + the people who bicker back and fourth because of the flaming. It makes the thread a real pain to read. So again, thanks..
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Definitely. Both the XDA thread and the Google+ page has to be one of the worst communities I've seen. Constant repeated questions to the point that the some devs are actively hostile towards the user. Can't say I blame them though. It'd tick me off as well.
Still loving the ROM though.
Why has this thread only just been created? I have already found that i'm not the only one with these problems, in the first page.
This is the thread we have been waiting for.
It is written in the changelog on Google+, update of recovery, bootloader, etc. How to do that? During flash? Automatically?
DroidXAce said:
It is written in the changelog on Google+, update of recovery, bootloader, etc. How to do that? During flash? Automatically?
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It is recommended but not necessary.
bootloader hasn't changed
radio is here
TWRP recovery is here
Thanks Rycon !
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Thanks Rycon !
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no problem, even though my N5 is not with me atm, I can answer general questions here and there whenevern I'm logged in here
So, coming from a different 4.4.2 ROM, I can just do a factory reset, wipe dalvik cache and flash away, without updating the radio? I don't want to update the radio, because I did that once with my N4 and it screwed up my signal.. even when I flashed the old radio back.. I already have the newest TWRP installed.
^Radio update is optional. If you do update and encounter issues on signal, you can always go back to the old radio baseband.
Edit: Well, I was expecting a barrage of posts now other than me but I guess most of you are busy setting up everything on your phone again, LoL. Hehehe.
I also have the chrome fc but that is all. It feels smoother to me especially scrolling tapatalk.
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
Getting the mentioned Chrome force close, as well as a force close when I try to change the wallpaper through the themes engine in settings.
Edit: Did a fresh install with nothing installed, and still experience the crash from com.wallpapercropper
Guess this release was too early marked as RC. Will have to wait to test if worth coming from stock.
Quick question: how is battery life comparing with stock 4.4.3? Because I don't want ROM in which battery drains in the eyes.
I don't think any custom ROM has the battery life of stock on any device. Being as there are more features than the stock ROM. Just something you sacrifice with custom software IMO.
Related
I am so surprised nobody has not yet mentioned this rom yet. I've been following it closely through the night and it blows away all other roms when it comes to speed and responsiveness. Here is all necessary information, links install instructions-
Original Post, Details, and Download URL
Updated Fission RC1 10/15
AngDroid
Drod2169 & Matt4542
Present
Vanilla Android For Your Droid X
First Public Preview Beta
I wanted to port the ROM to DX so here it is. Drod2169 and myself ported the ROM and he did the testing since I do not have a DX. I would very much like one so I can continue this project so if you would like to donate to project you may do so by clicking HERE.
I want to thank Drod2169 very much for doing this with me. It was a pleasure working with you and good luck!
All 3 of us created this together and it will turn in to Drod's rubiX ROM and hope he stays with the Fission team
This is the first preview build so expect some bugs. Please post all bugs in the thread in a clear manner so we can get them resolved quickly.
Themers, do not create themes for this ROM yet since it will go many changes until final release. 99% of the packages are Vanilla Android builds so most of your themed APK files will work. I suggest to wait until we get to final release before you start. The basic stuff should remain the same and we will update a list of packages that will change so you can get your themes ready.
Users, DO NOT use ANY themes yet.
You MUST follow all install instructions.
BACKUP your phone using Bootstrap before installing any ROMs so you can go back to your current setup if anything fails.
Install Instructions!
Pre-Installation Tasks:
Before you install this ROM or any ROM you will need to have root and have Bootstrap on your phone. You can find out how to do all that HERE.
BACKUP your phone using Bootstrap before installing any ROMs so you can go back to your current setup if anything fails. Notice I said that TWICE
Download and place ROM on SD Card
Open Bootstrap and tap Bootstrap Recovery
Reboot into Recovery
Create Backup
Mount System
Wipe Cache -You may choose not to wipe but MAY have problems
Wipe Data - You may choose not to wipe but MAY have problems
Mount System and Data - Yes double check that both are MOUNTED (Reads UNMOUNT when MOUNTED)
Install Zip From SD Card
Choose Zip From SD Card
Select your ROM
Yes - Install
Wipe Cache Again - You may choose not to wipe but MAY have problems
Wipe Data Again - You may choose not to wipe but MAY have problems
Reboot
Enjoy!
If you do not follow all instructions, have some problems then install everything again following the instructions. Do not post about problmes if you have not followed the instructions.
Enjoy everyone!
Download HERE
Mirror HERE
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Im running this rom. Its very fast. Only bug I've found yet is the slider for when u answer ur phone is distorted. Besides that app runs very fast and stable.
Sent from my DROIDX using XDA App
I think I'll wait for the next release to fix the bugs they've found but it looks really promising and I can't wait to try it.
@gimp you just stated this morning that rubix will never be blurless because they base their work off the OTA.....
Notice in that thread that this rom WILL BE LABELED AS RUBIX.
it also states it is completely blurless.
Sh#$ changes every minute, shouldnt ever say something cannot be. Odds are there is always a way it can.
bad4u6669 said:
@gimp you just stated this morning that rubix will never be blurless because they base their work off the OTA.....
Notice in that thread that this rom WILL BE LABELED AS RUBIX.
it also states it is completely blurless.
Sh#$ changes every minute, shouldnt ever say something cannot be. Odds are there is always a way it can.
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RubiX rom is done by Drod2169, Fission came out by AngDroid. AngDroid handed it over to Drod2169 to turn into RubiX, cause RubiX was trying be a AOSP.
Not sure if it makes sense. AngDroid need Droid X testers and Drod2169 took over testing for it. Basically working with the Fission team. Fission is basically for Droid 2. Fission for X will be new RubiX, I believe. somebody correct me if i'm wrong.
iamrobk said:
I think I'll wait for the next release to fix the bugs they've found but it looks really promising and I can't wait to try it.
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update fix should be out today/tonight.
bad4u6669 said:
@gimp you just stated this morning that rubix will never be blurless because they base their work off the OTA.....
Notice in that thread that this rom WILL BE LABELED AS RUBIX.
it also states it is completely blurless.
Sh#$ changes every minute, shouldnt ever say something cannot be. Odds are there is always a way it can.
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I mentioned that i was unsure how it could be aosp as it was still based on the ota. That post was of course made before i read that the rom would be rebased. This is still not a complete aosp build as the bits that cannot be changed due to the locked down bootloader such as the kernel will remain ota based. This is still a remarkable acheivment. Forgive grammatical errors, on droid getting my haircut.
On this rom, If I text over 160 chars, every other letter shows up as a ? mark. lmao, kinda funny. Looks like this...
H?e?y? B?u?d?d?y? W?h?a?t?s U?p?
iamrobk said:
I think I'll wait for the next release to fix the bugs they've found but it looks really promising and I can't wait to try it.
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I'm with ya on that. Seems like there are a few minor bugs and I'm happy with ApeX right meow so I'm sticking with that for the time being. As soon as the calendar gets fixed on this, I'll probably be loading it up and giving it a shot. I think an update is coming up so I'll see how it goes then.
Thanks gimpeh! I totally missed this one but will give it a try tonight.
From drod2169's updated post a little earlier today...
Known bugs so far:
Dialer looks weird with incoming calls
Facebook contact package not installed
Calendar (fixed, update tonight)
Lock screen tabs off center
Camera res
3D Gallery no hdmi out
Stock lockscreen tabs (fixed, update tonight)
I took the plunge and installed the rom finally. Pretty damn good and surprisingly blur-less. Not a hint of framework. Color me surprised.
was the update released?
Update hasn't been released yet....
But it fixes most all the issues and is stable and fast...been testing it all day and is great..
This being an frf91 rom will that open up more theme options?
Sent from my DROIDX using XDA App
acidbath5546 said:
Update hasn't been released yet....
But it fixes most all the issues and is stable and fast...been testing it all day and is great..
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can i test it too?
Been running the unpatched beta since last night, installed all my apps and Blackmodz Returns to get rid of the white status bar (ugh), and it's pretty amazing stuff. Over 250MB available memory when first booted. Under applications/running services shows Other: 50MB in 3.... Avail: 251MB + 86MB in 22. Nice!
Loaded this yesterday wickedly fast snappy and responsive as hell love it
Sent from my DROIDX using XDA App
Has anyone tried the hotspot app and hack on this rom?
Very impressive ROM so far saving for the known bugs. Still, great potential here!
Sent from my DROIDX using XDA App
A word about how this thread came about:
Our highly respected developer Utacka got fed up with 4.2.1 ETA inquiries, feature requests and questions posted by those with no inclination to read or search anything, not even the OP.
We need to let Utacka have some respite from those in order to not lose him altogether.
So, I'll be compiling Utacka's ParanoidAndroid nightlies for him and Utacka will be releasing a weekly build for the time being.
Downloads here are and will always be untouched Utacka PA builds compiled from his source at Github. Nothing added, nothing subtracted, nothing modified.
Roms here and Roms in the original Utacka ParanoidAndroid thread are identical, you can download and flash any of them, and you'll be getting the same Utacka PA experience.
Let us begin.
Utacka said:
Android 4.1.2
ParanoidAndroid 2.56
Source compiled
You can follow the PA-JB Progress for Galaxy Nexus in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1619582
Follow Paranoid Android officially on:
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/paranoidgoogle
Twitter : https://twitter.com/paranoid_team
G+ : http://goo.gl/e3tKJ
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Utacka said:
Prologue
This is NOT a port.
This is the FIRST PA ROM that is built from source for GT-N7000 and I'm providing these builds on a nightly basis when there is changes from CM or PA.
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Utacka said:
Githubs:
https://github.com/Utacka
https://github.com/ParanoidAndroid
https://github.com/CyanogenMod
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How to install Utacka ParanoidAndroid Rom.
It doesn't matter which Rom you are coming from, all that matters is the kernel you are on.
If you are running any CM-based kernel (CM9, CM10 or CM10.1)
If you are running any Gingerbread kernel
If you are running Hydracore or HydracoreNirvana
If you are on Franco ICS kernel newer than v3
If you are on Speedmod ICS kernel newer than v3
If you are running PhilZ kernel v3.99 or newer
Code:
1. download ParanoidAndroid Rom and Gapps
2. place them on your SD card
3. reboot into recovery
4. wipe data/factory reset
5. wipe cache and dalvik
6. flash the Rom
7. flash Gapps
8. reboot
If you are on any PhilZ kernel older than v3.99
Code:
1. download any CM10 kernel from Kernel Repository
2. download ParanoidAndroid Rom and Gapps
3. place all three files on your SD card
4. reboot into recovery
5. flash the CM10 kernel first
6. stay in recovery, go to advanced/reboot recovery
7. wipe data/factory reset
5. wipe cache and dalvik
6. flash the Rom
7. flash Gapps
8. reboot
Kernel Repository is here.
If you are running a kernel not mentioned above, go here and read extra carefully before doing anything.
If you are already on any previous Utacka ParanoidAndroid 2.56 build
Code:
1. download the new build and Gapps
2. put it onto your SD card
3. reboot into recovery
4. wipe cache and dalvik
5. flash the Rom
6. flash Gapps
7. reboot
ROM SCREENSHOTS
DOWNLOADS
pa_n7000-2.56-20121230-Utacka.zip
pa_n7000-2.56-20121231-Utacka.zip
pa_n7000-2.56-20130101-Utacka.zip
pa_n7000-2.56-20130102-Utacka.zip
pa_n7000-2.56-20130106-Utacka.zip
Bangsti's FTP mirrors:
FTP Server 1
FTP Server 2
gapps-jb-20121011-signed.zip
A final word: please consider donating Utacka for all the tremendous work he has done and is still doing to make all our Notes faster, smoother and better looking.
Do not, I repeat, do not donate to me. What you are enjoying here is Utacka's work, not mine. I just deliver his craftsmanship to you, that's all.
A word of caution to everyone:
This thread will not be allowed to degenrate into a post garbage that has nearly driven Utacka away.
Ask for 4.2.1 ETA, you will be reported.
Ask "How I flush this...?", you will be reported.
Demand features....you guessed it, you will be reported.
Discuss Thor kernel/recovery, you will be reported.
Complain about problems without submitting a logcat/last_kmsg, you will be reported.
Report issues that have already been reported and discussed ad nauseam, you will be reported.
Ask for S-apps to be included in the Rom, you will be reported.
To cut the long story short, this thread will be heavily moderated, so watch your step.
You have been officially warned.
Furhermore, officer in command of this thread is AA1973. The minute he tells Utacka or me he's had enough, this thread is closed, so don't make him mad.
Reserved for ...my personal thank you @utacka for providing countlessly this amazing ROM!
Reserved for FAQ - frequent annoying quastions™
You're new to Paranoid Android or it has been a long time since you last flashed PA?
Then, feel free to take the quick and guided tour, which will take only 2 minutes.
Go into settings > PA settings and hit the Help tab.
There you'll find the guided tour and the different layout possibilities well explained.
You're invited to replicate the layout/density feature at best with YouTube, as it has the upmost possible combinations.
Furthermore, you'll find all members of the PA team, including molesarecoming and D4rkn3Ssys, the founders of PA.
General, for some members important, question about this version by utacka and the PA Version by imilka?
Utacka PA = Nightly basis (unofficial PA way)
imilka PA = PA version bumps (official PA way)
That's it, no other difference at all.
Nightly basis signifies that you can flash utacka's version on a daily basis, because as soon as CM10 (=the base) changes, utacka updates as well. If you can cope with this method of flashing on a daily basis, then this is your place. If this means too much hassle for you to keep up, then you should reconsider your choice and probably go for imilka's version.
Some FAQ
Screenshot not working:
Either the native functionality (Volume down + Power button) or long press power button and then choose "Screenshot".
If the latter is not available yet, activate it in System settings > System > Power
I seem to have no status bar (notification bar)
Long press power and click "Expanded Desktop".
Always wondered, what this is useful for? Just use phone layout and navigation bar at the same time and choose Camera. You'll see 3 little dots (the navigation bar symbols) shining through. You can avoid it by this function.
Other terms of use: video playing or within games, where notification bar won't disappear automatically.
My Google account is lost and play store doesn't work!
You have forgotten to flash GApps as well.
Flash ROM
Flash GApps
That's the standard procedure after updating PA version...even on a nightly (daily) basis!
RIL Crashes
Media Scanner
I do really want to use Inverted GApps -> personally, I use JusTun Beans inverted GApps
Some rules
1. I'm going to post my question without doing a search. Fine, but you'll just get made fun of, or infracted by one of the mods who use this mod. Searching is the first rule of XDA. "1. Search before posting. Use one of our search functions before posting, whether you have a question or something new to share, it's very likely someone already asked that question or shared that news."
Some hints for XDA-app or tapatalk Users: the search function within the app is very limited!
If you really want to search, just hit on any post and then the menu button in order to choose web view. Then, within the browser of your choice, you can easily do the search you want. There is the possibility called "Search this thread"...
2. People have a bad attitude in this thread. You broke rule #1, didn't you?
3. Do I really have to do a full wipe while coming from another ROM? No one is going to stand over your shoulder and make sure you do, but don't expect help if you don't.
4. My recovery freezes, gives me some other weird error (Status 7, or similar)
Redownload ROM (GAPPS) and flash again as you have encountered maybe a bad download.
Checking MD5 helps.
Tool to check MD5 is e.g. Solid Explorer Beta2
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Q: Where are S-apps (Note, Memo, Planner etc)?
A: They require TouchWiz framework to work, so you will not find them here. There are alternatives to
S-apps in Playstore.
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Q: I'm currently running xyz kernel. Can I flash this Rom safely?
A: Go here to find out.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1857556
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Q: How do I flash this?
A: This is how. #OP
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Q: Oohhhh - battery drainage! (battery drains,...)
A: Have a look here:
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Q: Recovery aborts flashing Rom or Gapps or kernel and displays error code "status 7"?
A: You most probably have a bad download. Redownload Rom/Gapps/kernel, check MD5 and try again.
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Q: Flash went through OK, but now I can't sync calendar/contacts/Gmail, there's no option to setup my
Google account, Playstore won't start, where is my Picassa...?
A: You either forgot to flash Gapps, or had a bad Gapps zip (if you had flashed it).
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Q: Playstore says I have no apps, and I purchased them ages ago, or claims that my apps are incompatible
with the Note...?
A: Go here to find the solution to your problems.
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Q: Can I flash some other kernel on this Rom?
A: You can, but if something goes wrong don't post your problems here. Go to the kernel thread instead.
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Q: A system app keeps FCing. What can I do?
A: Go to Settings/apps and clear the app's cache and data, reboot. If that doesn't help, try to dirty reflash the Rom (just wipe cache and dalvik).
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Q: Gallery only shows grey squares, but no pictures, wth?!
A: Clear cache of gallery and let the media scanning process run again. That should do it!
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Q: Where do I find new themes?
A: Either in PlayStore or here is a thread dedicated to CM10/AOKP themes
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=29455970
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Can we at least pull your leg by asking why SMemo is not included?
Kortxero said:
Can we at least pull your leg by asking why SMemo is not included?
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Thanks for reminding me to include that in the 2nd post.
BTW, you are reported.
No, as it is already written in the freaking annoying quotes section as being "impissible™" on this Roma
Hence...
The wall of shame:
where (similar: what) is the OP?
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Is S-Memo works on this room?
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AA1973 said:
No, as it is already written in the freaking annoying quotes section as being "impissible™" on this Roma
Hence...
The wall of shame:
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Mentioning it twice won't hurt anybody.
How about posting all the idiotic comments and 'please help me's in the old thread? That should keep this one relatively clean. :thumbup:
One question about Goo Manager: will your compilations appear as goo updates of Utacka's builds? Actually I'd rather not as I find goo notifications unnecessary.
Btw, how many roms are you currently building ? You're going to fry your Note if you keep flashing like that!
Envoyé depuis mon GT-N8000 avec Tapatalk
sudisk said:
One question about Goo Manager: will your compilations appear as goo updates of Utacka's builds? Actually I'd rather not as I find goo notifications unnecessary
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Have I been that unclear in the OP? What you're flashing here is Utacka's ParanoidAndroid.
The only difference is that it's been compiled on a different PC.
Thanx to Utacka, Chas and AA :good: Even if I will stick with Asylum, I really appreciate your effort. Best luck with your project, and may this fred never see a "Hap, Status 7 !!111!!!1!" quastion :fingers-crossed:
Cheers, Markus
chasmodo said:
Furhermore, officer in command of this thread is AA1973. The minute he tells Utacka or me he's had enough, this thread is closed, so don't make him mad.[/CENTER]
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Good luck to you Mister Alcoholic Anonymous... Hopefully Chas' OP will keep stupid questions away
Well, we all try our very best to keep it clean-and simple.
Tell my now! How many toogles this room has? Lame =< 23 Tongles !!1!!1!!!eleven1!!!one!!11
It has Spenotememo?
Cheers, Markus
Very well ..However if moderators educate the users about how to obtain logcat in an easy way and submit in the OP, This will help novice to report the problems in a meaningful manner .
Sent from my GT-N7000 using xda app-developers app
Vishal_Pratap singh said:
Very well ..However if moderators educate the users about how to obtain logcat in an easy way and submit in the OP, This will help novice to report the problems in a meaningful manner .
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Srsly?
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=how+to+logcat
people are forgetting that this is development section...i think too much nonsense post and unhelpful to rom dev inputs stray away the devs...its frustrating for users who take the time to help out seeing posts by others who cant even take some minimal time to even read the OP or google search...come on mates this is xda and not sammy customer service...utilize your brain power so as others wont go on tearing up your intellect...persevere to learn...
as always props to chasmodo for keeping up with the note...always appreciated mate...and of course to our devs who work tirelessly with dedication (utacka, eybee, etc)...we always respect and value your work guys...and thanks for staying...
tehehe people got really scared wow .. 18 replies only lol
downloading and testing , thank you in advance
Sent from my GT-N7000 using xda premium
Weill said chasmodo.
Sent from my GT-N7000 using xda app-developers app
Reading the 2nd post, I suddenly caught myself standing in "attention" :good:
P.S. For those with commandlinephobia -
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.jtb.alogcat
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Early stage guide for Kit Kat 4.4 | Please read before posting in Kit Kat ROM threads
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Hi there,
As we get more and more Kit Kat ROMs I've decided to create this thread. In every ROM thread, the same questions are asked so I think it would be useful to collect the most important questions into a central location so the other threads don’t become tedious and difficult to read. If I forgot something or you have any suggestions, please let me know.
@moderators
If I'm in the wrong section please move my thread.
If there is a similar thread (I didn't find one) please close this one.
UPDATE: kk 4.4 factory image out now
hangouts and messaging are in. the normal email app is in too. Don't know if it's the aosp one.
for new google launcher:
1. Google Search http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/1...y-fixes-gel-on-tablets-and-more-apk-download/
2. Experience Launcher http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/1...once-you-get-your-kitkat-update-apk-download/
Install in this order the goto 16
after that it looks like the n5 port.
1. Features
All currently available builds are in an early state. This means that a lot of the customization you had in 4.3 ROMs are not available at the moment. The devs are working on it.
2. What isn’t working in all 4.4 ROMs
Binaries released. So everything should working.
3. Dalvik Runtime and ART
A new feature has been implemented in Kit Kat called ART (Android Runtime). What is it? Take a look at this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2516303
credits to: @freebordjunky
4. Which one should I choose?
It's your own decision! ART is faster than Dalvik from my personal experience. You can switch between runtimes:
settings -> developer options -> select runtime
5. Does ART have any requirements?
Yes. Two important things you should notice:
a.)
If you switch to ART you have to reboot. During the reboot, your device switches from using Dalvik Runtime to ART. This may take a while.
IMPORTANT
You may have a lot FC 's in GAPPS. Why? This happens when you have flashed the wrong GAPPS package. To work properly you have to flash an Odex GAPPS package. You will find this here from @#gnome: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2508185
If you want to know more about odex and deodex - ask google
b.)
Some apps are still not working on ART and no known workaround is available. Three apps that I know of are Foursquare, Whatsapp and Titanium Backup (tested 6.10).
WhatsApp Workaround credits to @luiseteyo :http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2527879
6. GAPPS packages
There are different packages available. It’s all up to preference.
Deodex
1. AOSP launcher and stock Messaging
2. Google Experience Launcher and Hangouts for SMS
Odex (ART)
1. AOSP launcher and stock Messaging
2. Google Experience Launcher and Hangouts for SMS
7. Is this faster than…
Sorry guys. How do I score this? Every configuration is different and so often there are individual experiences so... try, try, try until you find the right one for you.
8. Custom kernels
Binaries released. So kernels will come.
IMPORTANT
If you have screen issues, flash the CM colorfix. It's available here on xda, just use search.
9. SMS & Hangouts
To import SMS from other ROMs, first restore messages using TiBu or SMS Backup & Restore to the AOSP Messaging app. After this you can activate Hangouts as the default SMS app. It should then import your messages. Maybe it's necessary to clear hangout's cache after that.
10. Factory images and binaries
Released
11. Errors during flashing
If you got errors during flashing you have to try another custom recovery. In TWRP there were some problems with version 2.6.3. Upgrade to the latest version (2.6.3.2) to get rid of the errors.
TWRP here: http://techerrata.com/browse/twrp2/mako
12. Is Viper audio working?
Yes. It may be necessary to uninstall musicfx and / or dsp manager.
Please use chainfire's supersu for viper audio. You have to enable compatible mode in viper.
13. Icons are big
You can change this via build.prop editor. Edit this entry: ro.sf.lcd_density
Play Store Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.nathan.jf.build.prop.editor
14. Enable Google Now
Press long and hold on a free area on your homescreen.Select Settings and enable Google Now
15. Dalvik Optimization
From Moto X device extracted dalvik optimization binaries. It will increase speed.
Credits @kszaq: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47631545
16. Nexus 5 - Sounds, Fonts, Bootanimation, Wallpapers
There's a flashable.zip for this. credits @carepack lol: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2543833
Direct Download:
Download Sounds, Bootanimation, Fonts: http://d-h.st/20a
Download Sounds, Bootanimation, Fonts, Wallpapers: http://d-h.st/gPH
Notice:
Many devs will start their work officially when Google releases the correct binaries. Before then take what you can get and be patient.
I hope this helps all of you out there and cleans up the threads a little bit.
Big thanks to @meijin3 for translation help! Thank you man!
reserverd
@Mantulis
@jayRokk
Custom kernels are available. With old binaries. This means not every kernel developer will release his work until google publish the new binaries.
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@Mantulis
@jayRokk
Custom kernels are available. With old binaries.
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/Nice edit.
And why are you telling me what i tell you in your previous thread. Anyway you fixed your mistake. Whats all mater for me.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk
Mantulis said:
/Nice edit.
And why are you telling me what i tell you in your previous thread. Anyway you fixed your mistake. Whats all mater for me.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk
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sorry can't find the mistake in this old comment
Dev's are working on it. Some Kernels are available from some dev's. For example from @anarkia1976
Important
If you have screen issues - flash the cm colorfix. It's available here on xda. Use searching
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sorry can't find the mistake in this old comment
Dev's are working on it. Some Kernels are available from some dev's. For example from @anarkia1976
Important
If you have screen issues - flash the cm colorfix. It's available here on xda. Use searching
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I have disconnect bluetooth issues when streaming in the car. Pebble keeps reconnecting every 15 mins or so. I live on bluetooth because of these two things. In every 4.4 port/rom, it's the same missing libs IMO. So no go for me for now. I am getting a N5, in a few weeks, but wanted to check out KK. Other than the BT issue, the port is a great port! Smooth, and launcher works perfectly! But because of my need of BT I have revered back to my PA 3.99 since last night and BT connection hasn't discoed at all since then.
Thank you !
Enviado desde la muerte a través de un Nexus4
I am getting BT drops as well. Seems to be after leaving the screen off for a while. It reconnects as soon as turn the screen back on.
I have also had quite a few dropped calls but can't be certain that this wasn't the network.
Sent from my AOSP on Mako using xda app-developers app
In LGOG which is the sibling of N4 we have also an AOSP 4.4.. About the compass there's an app AndroiTS GPS which has working compass on it.. But in Maps and other gps app compass doesnt work... Wouldnt hurt if u try..
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my compass works fine, rastakat rom + trinity kernel.
simms22 said:
my compass works fine, rastakat rom + trinity kernel.
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Has trinity kernel been updated for KK?
The Zel said:
Has trinity kernel been updated for KK?
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Go in his thread and look. Lazy.
some changes added!
The Zel said:
Has trinity kernel been updated for KK?
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no, not yet. morfic wont touch it until the binaries are released.
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no, not yet. morfic wont touch it until the binaries are released.
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yes, most of devs start to release then.
Thanks for the tips on how to get ART working. I've honestly never used Android with this smoothness before, it's amazing.
You should use bold fonts for the title so more people will notice.
eksasol said:
Thanks for the tips on how to get ART working. I've honestly never used Android with this smoothness before, it's amazing.
You should use bold fonts for the title so more people will notice.
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you mean the title in first post? how more people will notice? thx (my thanks meter reached limit today)
I meant the thread title. You could use a tag like [GUIDE].
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I meant the thread title. You could use a tag like [GUIDE].
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ok i understand. was irrating because of bold fonts. didn't know what you mean.
Thanks for the hint.
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Device Specs
XT1053 Dev. Edition
Android 5.1 222.27.5.ghost.row.Retail.en.US
Bootloader Unlocked
TWRP 2.8.6
I’m currently interested in upgrading to CyanogenMod 12.1 This is my first time showing interest in replacing stock Android firmware to an aftermarket firmware thus I’ve been doing a lot of reading. Nevertheless with that comes a lot of question.
So far I know that the CM branch for MotoX is not officially supported by CM. As stated over at https://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Ghost_Info under “Additional Info / Downloads”
Because of this I would like to see/read user experiences/success stories about CM12.1 successfully running on XT1053. Do you mind sharing your experience with here with me? Or pointing me to an existing thread with standing on this topic? Thanks
The are some videos on YouTube but it is the usual electronic music & just swiping around, or the self-promotion video. Whatever happened with actual technical reviews? I'm interesting in knowing what aspects of the phone are working & which are not working.
Recovery Image
I've TWRP already installed. Do you recommend installing the CM provided recovery image? If I am misunderstanding what the CM "recovery image" is, please correct me. Thanks
I found a forum post talking about issues during the flashing of CM12.1 via TWRP yet when I visit the issues area under the CM MotoX Wiki there are none reported/listed.
I don’t even see a section pointing out the features CM will bring to said device and which will not carried over from the Motorola experience, if any.
Official Google Apps
My understanding is that the Google Apps are not included with CM. That I must get the package from http://opengapps.org/?api=5.1&variant=nano
What are the stock applications included with CM? Can you provide me in this area? Thanks
CM Account?
I read somewhere about one must create a CM account much like one creates a google account for android. Is this true? Where can I find more info about this.
Stragefright
Would CM12.1 include all the fixes to the known stagefright bugs?
Going back to Official Android 5.1 Release
In the case I'm not happy with CM12.1, would I be able to reflash the official Android 5.1 222.27.5.ghost.row.Retail.en.US ? What would the steps be?
Thank you for your help. ^_^
** you dont need CM account
***** The step for back to stock flashable is the same, wipe cache,dalvik,data,system
**** CM doesnt contain any aplications from stock. You can find the camera but dont work like stock, but work
***** I will recommended you use twrp as recovery, and maybe update to 2.8.7.0.
YedanyXD said:
** you dont need CM account
***** The step for back to stock flashable is the same, wipe cache,dalvik,data,system
**** CM doesnt contain any aplications from stock. You can find the camera but dont work like stock, but work
***** I will recommended you use twrp as recovery, and maybe update to 2.8.7.0.
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Thank you for your reply.
I did update to TWRP to v2.8.7. Flashing CM12.1 plus GApps. went smooth.
After installing CM12.1 I selecting the "read more" [or the like link] under the Create CM Account panel took me directly to a page saying that CM accounts are no more lol.
Camera
The stock CM camera is not bad but I've fallen for Open Camera [Play Store] which is surprisingly good & packed with features. To make it even better, CM12 does allow you to replace default camera. Furthermore, this works with the twist twice gesture to access the camera. Just beautiful.
The only major issue I have is with "More" under Settings/More. Every time I select it the settings app crashes. I've wiped cache & dalvik but nada. I even reinstalled CM12.1 & still nada.
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Thank you for your reply.
I did update to TWRP to v2.8.7. Flashing CM12.1 plus GApps. went smooth.
After installing CM12.1 I selecting the "read more" [or the like link] under the Create CM Account panel took me directly to a page saying that CM accounts are no more lol.
Camera
The stock CM camera is not bad but I've fallen for Open Camera [Play Store] which is surprisingly good & packed with features. To make it even better, CM12 does allow you to replace default camera. Furthermore, this works with the twist twice gesture to access the camera. Just beautiful.
The only major issue I have is with "More" under Settings/More. Every time I select it the settings app crashes. I've wiped cache & dalvik but nada. I even reinstalled CM12.1 & still nada.
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:/ You can use another roms based on CM . I recommended you xperience 5.1 r37
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:/ You can use another roms based on CM . I recommended you xperience 5.1 r37
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Excuse my noobness but I'm unable to find "xperience 5.1 r37" I have ran a couple of searches & the best I can come up with are paranoid, which for waht I can gather does not support Ghost nor any legacy device & some blog with cyanogenmod-121-r37-511-canvas-knight which doesn't offer much info.
Do you mind linking me to xperience 5.1 r37?
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Excuse my noobness but I'm unable to find "xperience 5.1 r37" I have ran a couple of searches & the best I can come up with are paranoid, which for waht I can gather does not support Ghost nor any legacy device & some blog with cyanogenmod-121-r37-511-canvas-knight which doesn't offer much info.
Do you mind linking me to xperience 5.1 r37?
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Yea
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/development/rom-xperience-9-1-1r33-t3294108
YedanyXD said:
Yea
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/development/rom-xperience-9-1-1r33-t3294108
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Thanks.
DU just released first batch of official Oreo builds and Nexus 5 is lucky to be on 1st line as DU is first one from major custom ROMs league to release official Oreo for hammerhead after testing beta builds for months.
Since DU guys don't officially host/discuss on XDA I'm creating this thread as discussion thread for XDA DU enthusiasts to keep it organised and help each other, be inform this is no way official support thread.
All bug reports (with proper logs) and feature request should go to DU's JIRA
Create Account and Select Project as Android-8.x DU12
You are Not allowed to share any Direct Links regarding DU builds in this thread. (DU maintainers has asked for same in past so we should respect their decision and go to Official G+ for links)
Please follow above rules as Nexus 5 now has only handful of official Maintainers and we don't want to lose them due to mischief of few members.
A simple Google search will also give you,
DU 12
official download page
github
JIRA ( for issue reporting )
DU's official Google+ community.( You can find all links related to DU in about community )
I think its 8.1 isnt it ?
ranasrule said:
I think its 8.1 isnt it ?
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Ah..Sorry for typo.
Corrected
trying out today ..will come back with feedback and screenshot
Boot looping from clean install. Not getting to the little vibrate point
dasesq said:
Boot looping from clean install. Not getting to the little vibrate point
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Have you tried formatting to ext4? It was needed for RC builds. Not sure if its required for official build. Also what twrp version are you using?
I'm using it and it's really good. I switched over to ext4 on all my partitions a while ago so maybe that's the cause of the bootloop the above poster is experiencing.
I also wrote a guide for using it with NanoDroid: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=75835165&postcount=2692
Hi...
Any body can confirm it, does default camera force close? Mine force close....
keretapanau said:
Hi...
Any body can confirm it, does default camera force close? Mine force close....
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I have the same issue. I haven't tried any other camera apps though.
It flashed and booted fine for me, didn't have to do anything special. Used nano opengapps.
Battery life is great, best of the 8.1 ROMs I've tried. So far everything is smooth and works fine, except camera fc's. Easy enough to flash a working camera, which I did.
Very happy with this, and appreciate the maintainer for his work on hammerhead.
My Report :
Default Camera FCs (You can use Google camera with Magisk Mod to get HDR+ working ) (Already reported to DU team on Jira, You can add your logcat)
Video still feels shaky and unclear on Google camera
Overall Smooth and silk ROM with Handful of nice features. :good:
On comparison with Nougat..well it's still not as stable but hey it's just 1st release.
Just flashed this and my lord its fast and I lobe the boot animation 1st time I've used DU.
#staydirty
Well... just flashed this ROM. Oreo? Yeah!
But... There are some problems. The biggest one: bluetooth. I explore every angle of they posts on G+, official site, and download sections: nobody mention about bluetooth problems. I have a little headset, and now audio during calls is simply TERRIBLE. I know the issue is famous out there, but I hoped that a "stable" release of DU will not have this kind of bug... I can survive for some time, but if nothing will be fixed, I prefer go back to a "stable" Nougat...
Other problem? I had to change/override the camera app. I just found this and install it. Just delete any data of the app and cache, reboot if it doesn't work:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/themes-apps/pixel-2-camera-arm-processor-t3688711
ttocs99 said:
Just flashed this and my lord its fast and I lobe the boot animation 1st time I've used DU.
#staydirty
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I actually really dislike that animation: too complex and not fully "fluid". Outro is REALLY long. I switched to a pixel boot animation
Martinocom said:
Well... just flashed this ROM. Oreo? Yeah!
But... There are some problems. The biggest one: bluetooth. I explore every angle of they posts on G+, official site, and download sections: nobody mention about bluetooth problems. I have a little headset, and now audio during calls is simply TERRIBLE. I know the issue is famous out there, but I hoped that a "stable" release of DU will not have this kind of bug... I can survive for some time, but if nothing will be fixed, I prefer go back to a "stable" Nougat...
Other problem? I had to change/override the camera app. I just found this and install it. Just delete any data of the app and cache, reboot if it doesn't work:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/themes-apps/pixel-2-camera-arm-processor-t3688711
I actually really dislike that animation: too complex and not fully "fluid". Outro is REALLY long. I switched to a pixel boot animation
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Really? I quite like it yet I'm new to DU so the novelty of it might ware off lol and about the camera I just installed one from play store which will suffice for now.and I'm not going to flash a custom kernel either seems pretty OK how it is
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There is new rc build. Will try to flash it later on when battery fully charge.
lynnux said:
It flashed and booted fine for me, didn't have to do anything special. Used nano opengapps.
Battery life is great, best of the 8.1 ROMs I've tried. So far everything is smooth and works fine, except camera fc's. Easy enough to flash a working camera, which I did.
Very happy with this, and appreciate the maintainer for his work on hammerhead.
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Which camera did you flash, if you don't mind me asking? Can I get a link?
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Which camera did you flash, if you don't mind me asking? Can I get a link?
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apkmirror has one that another thread recommended as the last Google camera that works well for N5, it's 3.2.045. No link, I just went to apkmirror and found it. That worked for me.
However, I just checked another camera I have now that's working, and it's 4.2.035, and I'm not sure where I got it from, maybe from another Oreo rom. apkmirror probably has that one, too.
New RC is up..Unfortunately clean flash is required as it's RC and not official release so Signature change:good:
Currently using Unlegacy 8.1 but it lacks quick charging. Does DU supports it?
Should I switch to DU or RR or DarkROM for best battery/performance?
psydex said:
Currently using Unlegacy 8.1 but it lacks quick charging. Does DU supports it?
Should I switch to DU or RR or DarkROM for best battery/performance?
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Just install ex kernel that has fast charging