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This place is dead. Generic S6 forum is not much better. We have root, but nobody is doing anything with it.
Yeah.. it's seriously making me think of switching devices. I'm used to many custom roms, unlocked bootloaders, xposed, etc.. and this isn't cutting it for me. Sure, great device but.. I'm just not feeling it.
What is it you are wanting? We have cleanrom and a few other debated options and an available framework to let you customize the crazy outta your touchwiz. As far as AOSP or CM, give it time. It's a new device, a lot of hands are on it and after some time, more options will be available. When I bought my G2 on release day, it was a month before root and another before good rom options showed up and even longer before stable rom options we're brought to the table.
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I don't understand why people buy a phone like this an expect a ton of development on it. Everyone knows AT&T locks bootloaders so there will be no AOSP ROMS for this device, especially with it packing an exynos processor. The root exploit has been patched in 5.1.1 so don't expect root unless you plan on tripping KNOX or never upgrading again. People really need to do research before they go out and buy a phone. If you need that much development, buy a nexus.
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¿Will-it-Blend? said:
I don't understand why people buy a phone like this an expect a ton of development on it. Everyone knows AT&T locks bootloaders so there will be no AOSP ROMS for this device, especially with it packing an exynos processor. The root exploit has been patched in 5.1.1 so don't expect root unless you plan on tripping KNOX or never upgrading again. People really need to do research before they go out and buy a phone. If you need that much development, buy a nexus.
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Exactly. I knew this going into getting another ATT phone (Active). It was either getting a phone I knew would work out of the box or getting a toaster oven with an 810 SOC. HTC and LG both failed this year IMHO and OPO2 will also be throttling back the 810 2.1 SOC. I wanted the active because of the bigger battery, but if those wanted ROMs on a S6 they should have just bought an international model outright.
I bought this phone expecting no development. The fact there's even root and roms for it is more than enough for me.
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ripper4209 said:
I bought this phone expecting no development. The fact there's even root and roms for it is more than enough for me.
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I went from a Nexus 5 (chronic flasher) to a no root Note 4 (now obviously s6) and I discovered that not having root or a million roms to flash caused almost zero issues. Having root and debloated roms on the s6 makes me completely happy. I just flashed XtraStoLite and it's awesome, even more customization and you choose only Samsung apps you want.
I haven't even rooted yet. Works fine for me. First phone I didn't root right away.
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I haven't even rooted yet. Works fine for me. First phone I didn't root right away.
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Yeah, the issues that made me feel like I absolutely had to root in the S4, S5, N4 are pretty much non issues with the S6 so I'm happy not rooting.
Yamahar6riding said:
What is it you are wanting? We have cleanrom and a few other debated options and an available framework to let you customize the crazy outta your touchwiz. As far as AOSP or CM, give it time. It's a new device, a lot of hands are on it and after some time, more options will be available. When I bought my G2 on release day, it was a month before root and another before good rom options showed up and even longer before stable rom options we're brought to the table.
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What is the available framework you speak off
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What is the available framework you speak off
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Probably the built in themer.
For everyone: when you buy a phone with a locked bootloader, you buy a phone that will have very limited development support (if a hack is found all the better, but don't count on one being found, they ain't easy to find). If you buy a Lamborghini are you going to complain you can't put the turbo you saw on your friends Mazda on it?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s6/general/xtrestolite-rom-att-s6-t3140354 its a universal rom and it's pretty awesome.
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Alliance Framework and soon 3minit. You just need to flash a deodex ROM and to top it off, we are now seeing that you can flash roms from the international thread. I will attempt this myself 4th of July weekend and post videos on my channel if successful.
Honestly I think it's quickly getting to the point where rooting will be an afterthought. I rooted my S6 Edge and flashed back to stock within a week.
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Alliance Framework and soon 3minit. You just need to flash a deodex ROM and to top it off, we are now seeing that you can flash roms from the international thread. I will attempt this myself 4th of July weekend and post videos on my channel if successful.
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It's not hard, most are just an Aroma installer. I'm running one and it works great. The only weird thing was the Aroma installer screen flashes while you're selecting options you want to add/remove. I have an ATT S6 as well.
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It's not hard, most are just an Aroma installer. I'm running one and it works great. The only weird thing was the Aroma installer screen flashes while you're selecting options you want to add/remove. I have an ATT S6 as well.
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So I can Flash the deodexed ROM linked earlier with Flashfire then add the alliance framework with flashfire too? Still Kinda new to this(Had the s4 rooted and never flashed anything till after getting the s5 which was rooted with a custom ROM) and it seems like its a different method every phone. Im trying to read up on the different threads but dont have much time usually. Need to take a day and figure it out. Thanks for the help.
I'm not asking for cm or aosp (neither appeal to me), and neither do i want some shoddy kludged together community rom.
What I'd like is to see something like Xposed,,which works without issue on a completely stock+root install.
I've been doing this since the G1 days, and i just dont have the time or patience for it anymore. I have a hobby that to me, is far more satisfying and fun than jacking around with phones.
All i really want is to remove the volume warning and the redundant wifi notification.
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I'm not asking for cm or aosp (neither appeal to me), and neither do i want some shoddy kludged together community rom.
What I'd like is to see something like Xposed,,which works without issue on a completely stock+root install.
I've been doing this since the G1 days, and i just dont have the time or patience for it anymore. I have a hobby that to me, is far more satisfying and fun than jacking around with phones.
All i really want is to remove the volume warning and the redundant wifi notification.
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Xposed is in alpha or pre alpha for TW devices. So it is in the works, just a ton of bugs and the install is pretty in depth at the moment.
Don't know about the volume warning, but the WiFi notification is easy if rooted. Get the CSC editor and search for WiFi. Blank this value and reboot.
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I have up on roms (TW or AOSP/CM) based a long time ago due to glitches and bugs. The last thing I ever did with root was adaway but now many all developers and websites are getting content past adaway and ABP, so no point there even.
I had a problem with my Tab S not taking the lollipop update after rooting then un-rooting which kind of soured me it in general. I got it flashed back to stock at bestbuy and updated, but settings menu still shows status as Custom even though download mode shows Knox 0x0
I'm ordering 2 of the 7" tablets for my 4 and 2 year old kids for some games and videos. While I understand the benefit of CM or slim I guess, is there any reason not to leave the tablet stock? Looks like if it arrives with the 5.1.1 I can still put on CM12 if I decide later. I just don't want to have to deal with no vibrations, no camera or whatever other feature doesn't work of that is the case. Or maybe these bugs have been resolved. If I don't want to change too much of the tablet, couldn't I just install Google play store and go from there? Or is it really that much better to prevent the update to 5.1.1 if it arrives with a prior version? Remember these are kids who will use it here and there. If it was for myself, I'd probably root. I just feel sometimes custom roms have their quirks, which is why I like the nexus line.
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I'm ordering 2 of the 7" tablets for my 4 and 2 year old kids for some games and videos. While I understand the benefit of CM or slim I guess, is there any reason not to leave the tablet stock? Looks like if it arrives with the 5.1.1 I can still put on CM12 if I decide later. I just don't want to have to deal with no vibrations, no camera or whatever other feature doesn't work of that is the case. Or maybe these bugs have been resolved. If I don't want to change too much of the tablet, couldn't I just install Google play store and go from there? Or is it really that much better to prevent the update to 5.1.1 if it arrives with a prior version? Remember these are kids who will use it here and there. If it was for myself, I'd probably root. I just feel sometimes custom roms have their quirks, which is why I like the nexus line.
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I am pretty sure this tablet does not have vibration. And in my opinion it is not worth using without a custom ROM. The functionality and speed it brings to the device is unbelievable.
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I'm ordering 2 of the 7" tablets for my 4 and 2 year old kids for some games and videos. While I understand the benefit of CM or slim I guess, is there any reason not to leave the tablet stock? Looks like if it arrives with the 5.1.1 I can still put on CM12 if I decide later. I just don't want to have to deal with no vibrations, no camera or whatever other feature doesn't work of that is the case. Or maybe these bugs have been resolved. If I don't want to change too much of the tablet, couldn't I just install Google play store and go from there? Or is it really that much better to prevent the update to 5.1.1 if it arrives with a prior version? Remember these are kids who will use it here and there. If it was for myself, I'd probably root. I just feel sometimes custom roms have their quirks, which is why I like the nexus line.
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there is no heptic feedback, stock or otherwise
some Amazon apps may not work with custom roms, without modifying the build.prop
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Thanks for the feedback. I had a few more questions. I believe I saw you can disable ota updates to 5.1.1. If I wanted to try out the stock system if I get a lower version is this the recommended approach?
If I went to cm12 is this step still required since the bootloader is locked and I want to prevent future updates?
Since I ordered two, can one backup serve for both of them or is there even a need to backup a branch new tablet? Can I just get a factory image to put it back to stock if need be?
Thanks in advance
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If I got another Fire under version 5.1.1, I would immediately block any updates. It sounds like it would be unlikely at this point.
I have one for my 2 year old as well, mainly for movies but she's really gotten into several toddler learning games. I left Fire OS (5.0.1) on her's and blocked updates, rooted, and installed the Play store. She can navigate and choose her game readily with Fire OS, it seems more intuitive for her. She could only pick icons on the homescreen with CyanogenMod. I look at blocking any updates as "future proofing" since I'll likely update to a different ROM once she has better coordination using the tablet.
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Thanks for the feedback. I had a few more questions. I believe I saw you can disable ota updates to 5.1.1. If I wanted to try out the stock system if I get a lower version is this the recommended approach?
If I went to cm12 is this step still required since the bootloader is locked and I want to prevent future updates?
Since I ordered two, can one backup serve for both of them or is there even a need to backup a branch new tablet? Can I just get a factory image to put it back to stock if need be?
Thanks in advance
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Assuming you start with 5.0.1 and want the intended Amazon experience, you have two options which will leave the TWRP option open:
1) Keep 5.0.1 and disable OTA. Recommended, since you'll probably figure out in about 30 seconds whether you love or hate the interface. If you hate it, moving to 5.1.1 won't make you any happier.
2) Upgrade to 5.1.1 FW + 5.0.1 recovery as detailed in this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/howto-install-fireos-5-1-1-root-gapps-t3265594 and then disable OTA.
I personally could not stand the stock FW and in general I do not allow billboards into my home.
Edit: Forgot to answer your second question. If you let Amazon do the uploading for you, they will install their 5.1.1 recovery, you will lose TWRP, and you cannot downgrade to a TWRP-able version yet. The game we're playing right now is you have to keep 5.0.1 bootloader on your Fire at all costs.
~Lonnie
Well I guess to a certain point this topic is meaningless. I was hoping to get a version under 5.1.1 but I did not, at least on the first device i opened. So I guess I need to at minimum block updates to 5.1.1 and install playstore. So I will have to find some threads on how to do that.
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Slip seems to be the only custom ROM that supports SD cards over 32GB, so that would be one reason to keep the stock ROM over CM or AOSP at the moment.
I was able to get 64GB and 128GB cards working by formatting them as NTFS rather than exFAT.
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Well I guess to a certain point this topic is meaningless. I was hoping to get a version under 5.1.1 but I did not, at least on the first device i opened. So I guess I need to at minimum block updates to 5.1.1 and install playstore. So I will have to find some threads on how to do that.
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FireOS v5 works well for many, has integrated parental controls and is arguably more approachable for some communities. While installing Google's Play Store/Services is one option (you'll find several how-to threads in the forums) also consider an alternative marketplace like 1Mobile which emulates the Play Store. Sideloading and Amazon's own Underground app store are also good resources that don't involve messing with the device.
Used super rep o script to add in playstore. Didn't root. Wanted to block updates but saw that requires root so I'll look into if I'm going to do that. Right now for the price and even with the odd launcher it uses, the thing works pretty well. I only with the parental controls would include any installed app. Looks like only Amazon app store apps can be selected.
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Would we ever seen a Official Android 7 Miui?
not likely and I don't think they are caring about mi mix atm
Remain waiting, there is a big chance it will get an upgrade in upcoming months.
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Remain to wait, there is a big chance it will get an upgrade in upcoming months.
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of course, there is a change in the next months, I mean come on seriously?
the other dev will likely be getting their hand of android o and miui just trying to get miui9 ext its ****ed up system going down there
but their products are amazing just if they release the sources of the devices and everything gonna be just fine
then we can get whatever we want
MIUI is already far ahead of stock Android IMO, just look at all features we have and stock Android doesn't have.... Except Multi window for now.
Not working wallpaper carousel and not a proper working push notifications
But the other useless things yeah they have something going with uselesles
Btw I don't screw with MIUI yeah they are good but I just need a good notifications that's all I sent need anything I'm a simple man
The works on nougat on mi 5 is still beta dev rom. I tried and fairly stable except a few minor error. At least until nougat for mi 5 is stable then we can see about mi mix
Probably MiMix will not receive N
http://en.miui.com/thread-562495-1-1.html
dun need android 7 for multi windows... samsung and LG already done it since android 4.. is see whether miui developer want to add or not
Do not hold your breath waiting for android 7 in MIX from xiaomi
Better try this rom
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-mix/development/unofficial-mi-mix-lithium-lineage-14-1-t3574745
$1000 Phone no update ?? good joke!
No need for android 7 for me, 6 it's working fine till exposed it's official of course.
Nougat isn't limited only for Multi Windows, there are a lot of new APIs (for example, Vulkan)
It will come, had it on the Mate 9 and Honor 8 ... its not that good over 6.0 ... just wait and it will arrive.
The only thing I really miss from my pixel, and Android 7 in general, is expandable notifications. Makes everything else seem ancient.
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The only thing I really miss from my pixel, and Android 7 in general, is expandable notifications. Makes everything else seem ancient.
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The only nougat features I want are expandable notifications and double tap to switch between last 2 apps. But I have a grim feeling that these features won't make their way over to nougat based MIUI.
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The only nougat features I want are expandable notifications and double tap to switch between last 2 apps. But I have a grim feeling that these features won't make their way over to nougat based MIUI.
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If they don't make it, I'm going to be super sad lol
Which version of the stable international officiating ROM are you guys using? My phone came with the 8.2.19.0.0, and the latest one I see on Xiaomi page is 8.2.1, which I downloaded to "update", but the system tells me it's older than the installed one...
The thing is, the current one is the same that came with the phone when I bought, around Feb. 20, in Thailand. And the latest stable was released at some point in March. And I just can't find anything online about that .19 version, just one mention in some western European language, in one single post in one forum...
Any ideas?
Hello, I've been an Android user from a while and decided to upgrade from my Nexus 5 to the OnePlus 3T. The only thing I'm concerned is not having the Google Android version since I'm very fond of how good it is, but in October 31st, Nexus 5 will be 4 years older and although Google isn't still talking of stop working on the software side of it it is probably going to happen eventually.
With all that said, I'm trying to learn beforehand (my phone arrives in 10 days) if are there any lag problems, if people are using any specific ROMs that work better with it and anything that could be quality of life improvements that I could do once it arrives.
Thank you
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Hello, I've been an Android user from a while and decided to upgrade from my Nexus 5 to the OnePlus 3T. The only thing I'm concerned is not having the Google Android version since I'm very fond of how good it is, but in October 31st, Nexus 5 will be 4 years older and although Google isn't still talking of stop working on the software side of it it is probably going to happen eventually.
With all that said, I'm trying to learn beforehand (my phone arrives in 10 days) if are there any lag problems, if people are using any specific ROMs that work better with it and anything that could be quality of life improvements that I could do once it arrives.
Thank you
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The Nexus 5 is already discontinued when it comes to official software updates. It will only get security patches and even that won't be for long. (In fact it's latest factory image is from December 2016 so it might've fully stopped already.)
As for the Oneplus 3T, it's currently running the latest 7.1.1, latest security patch and the Oneplus skin (OxygenOS) is basically stock Android on steroids. I'm running the fully stock beta 4 version and the phone is extremely fast and smooth, battery is great. It's good to the point where I haven't even felt the need to unlock the bootloader and root yet. You definitely won't be disappointed in your purchase.
I recently (last week) replaced my 2 year old Nexus 6 with a OnePlus 3T and had the same concerns as you. Would I enjoy another OEM's version of Android? I was even running a really bare bones Vanilla AOSP ROM by the end and loved it.
I don't regret changing at all thus far.
I'm on OxygenOS 4.1.1 with Franco Kernel and Magisk v12 and it's working beautifully! I figured I'm gonna run OOS for a while before seeing if there's any nice ROMs available. I've been looking around a little, but not many of the available ROMs seems worth it (I don't want CM, Lineage or anything pre-rooted).
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As for the Oneplus 3T, it's currently running the latest 7.1.1, latest security patch and the Oneplus skin (OxygenOS) is basically stock Android on steroids. I'm running the fully stock beta 4 version and the phone is extremely fast and smooth, battery is great. It's good to the point where I haven't even felt the need to unlock the bootloader and root yet. You definitely won't be disappointed in your purchase.
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Ah, that's so good to hear! This is exactly what I was expecting. Yeah, Nexus 5 had an extremely good run and until the beginning of this year I felt it was still so good as far apps go, but anything web related started being more and more painful. It is still a pretty good phone and I'll keep around for Android dev related things.
Now I'm pumped for the 13th.
Thanks
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I'm on OxygenOS 4.1.1 with Franco Kernel and Magisk v12 and it's working beautifully! I figured I'm gonna run OOS for a while before seeing if there's any nice ROMs available. I've been looking around a little, but not many of the available ROMs seems worth it (I don't want CM, Lineage or anything pre-rooted).
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So you did modify your phone? Or am I getting it wrong? If not, why is that?
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The only thing I'm concerned is not having the Google Android version since I'm very fond of how good it is
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OOS is as close as you can get (factory OS) to "pure" Android unless you buy a Nexus or Pixel (and the latter will of course cost you). Many are calling the OP3T a spiritual successor of the Nexus series.
There are just a few OnePlus versions of apps (music player, file manager, weather) that many folks will find useless (you probably have your preferred options). And a OnePlus launcher.
But beyond that, there are a few modifications many will see as value added: The OnePlus camera app is really nice (great options in Manual mode). There are lots of settings which let you tweak and customize in (my opinion) really useful ways.
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With all that said, I'm trying to learn beforehand (my phone arrives in 10 days) if are there any lag problems
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This is arguably the fastest phone around, until the new flagships hit the streets.
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So you did modify your phone? Or am I getting it wrong? If not, why is that?
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I flash Franco Kernel because I have great experiences with it from my Nexus 6. Ran without for a few days, but realised I missed it...
I install Magisk because I want root and for a few nice systemless modifications. Currently: changing screen density, debloating system apps and Viper4Android.
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OOS is as close as you can get (factory OS) to "pure" Android unless you buy a Nexus or Pixel (and the latter will of course cost you). Many are calling the OP3T a spiritual successor of the Nexus series.
There are just a few OnePlus versions of apps (music player, file manager, weather) that many folks will find useless (you probably have your preferred options). And a OnePlus launcher.
But beyond that, there are a few modifications many will see as value added: The OnePlus camera app is really nice (great options in Manual mode). There are lots of settings which let you tweak and customize in (my opinion) really useful ways.
This is arguably the fastest phone around, until the new flagships hit the streets.
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I see. I never used a launcher (except the Google Now, not sure if that is even considered a launcher itself, and hopefully it is a feature in every Android phone, not just Google ones), ideally, I think I would want to get rid of that, if possible. The File Manager might be helpful, although I use one I like, perhaps theirs is a good one. No biggie, though.
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I flash Franco Kernel because I have great experiences with it from my Nexus 6. Ran without for a few days, but realised I missed it...
I install Magisk because I want root and for a few nice systemless modifications. Currently: changing screen density, debloating system apps and Viper4Android.
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I see. You were just tuning it to your taste and knowledge. Okee dokee. Thanks!
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I never used a launcher (except the Google Now, not sure if that is even considered a launcher itself, and hopefully it is a feature in every Android phone, not just Google ones), ideally, I think I would want to get rid of that, if possible.
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Google Now is a launcher (AKA home app). It's not pre-installed, but you can easily install it from the Play Store.
I don't think you can disable or uninstall the OnePlus launcher on a stock OP3T ("disable" is grayed out), but you certainly can with root (may want to freeze it before uninstalling, and make sure it doesn't break anything else). But I also doubt it would make any significant difference, compared to simply installing Google Now launcher, and making it the default home app.
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The File Manager might be helpful, although I use one I like, perhaps theirs is a good one. No biggie, though.
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Haven't used it much, it does the basic functions (move/copy files, looks like it can open archives like ZIP) but doesn't look like anything special. If you use one that has more features (particularly root browsing) you'll probably prefer what you already use.
As said in the title, I'm giving my N5 to my father. Is it best to flash stock Marshmallow or try something a little speedier and secure but not as stable? What are your thoughts?
Thank you for all your recommendations.
Personally like marshmallow better because I think battery life longer.
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Keep marshmallow or upgrade to nougat, LOS 14.1
if you want to do a little work before you give it to him, this is my suggestion. this is what i did for a long time, before i started really messing with my N5. (instructions for clarification, you probably already know how this stuff works.)
TL;DR: flash stock M -> root -> remove junk [-> unroot]
ive never actually unrooted so i dont know the process, but if you feel its a good idea...
INSTRUCTIONS:
- download and flash stock Android M from the google stock ROM collection. (hammerhead).
- wait until it reaches Startup Wizard and then reboot into bootloader.
- flash TWRP recovery.
- reboot into bootloader again.
- from recovery, flash SuperSU to gain root.
- reboot into system.
- after setting up the phone, disable first and then remove (titanium backup is my choice) any unnecessary app.
note: make sure the app is disabled. sometimes after you hit the disable button it just uninstalls updates without actually disabling it. the app will say Disabled in the app list.
note: you can filter installed apps in titanium backup by Frozen status so the disabled ones are easier to find.
- reboot.
- if youd like, here you could unroot.
- reboot and enjoy.
REMINDER:
removing certain apps can prevent basic functionality from working properly. trial by fire, i know for a fact that the system cannot run without the Google app installed. Google Play Services is another necessary one.
i feel marshmallow was a fantastic generation of android. i was always learning new things i could do. also, as a human with a father i feel he would benefit more from stability than from extra performance or features.
have fun, and be safe.
Stick with marshmallow or, if you want to get rid of Google spying, go to lineageos 14.1.
What are you getting for yourself?
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Stick with marshmallow or, if you want to get rid of Google spying, go to lineageos 14.1.
What are you getting for yourself?
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Two years ago I bought a OnePlus 3T, and I have been using a Pixel 2 for a year now. I wish Google released an improved Nexus 5. There are no good small phones anymore.
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Two years ago I bought a OnePlus 3T, and I have been using a Pixel 2 for a year now. I wish Google released an improved Nexus 5. There are no good small phones anymore.
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I guess the OnePlus 3T didn't do it for you...
How does the Pixel 2 compare with the nexus 5?
I'm using lineageos 14.1 with MicroG, Xprivacylua, and AFWall on my N5 (no Google apps) and would probably do the same with a new phone.
Is he going to be using it as his main cell phone? If you need stability the best bet is likely LineageOS 14.1
Personally, I'm on darkrom 7.1.2 (& elementalx 8.14 kernel) for more than a year now as I need a stable phone but LOS is more up-to-date.
maybeme2 said:
I guess the OnePlus 3T didn't do it for you...
How does the Pixel 2 compare with the nexus 5?
I'm using lineageos 14.1 with MicroG, Xprivacylua, and AFWall on my N5 (no Google apps) and would probably do the same with a new phone.
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Actually the OP3T is wonderful. The only reason I got a Pixel is because my wife's N5 died, so I gave her the OP3T and then I bought myself a Pixel 2. Like most of us, I'm the unofficial smartphone dealer in the family...
The Pixel 2 is great. The camera is unrivaled and stock Android is lightning fast as always. That said, I wish it was the same size as the N5. No current smartphone can match the ergonomics of the late N5. If I were Google, I'd release the N5 with the same exact dimensions, OLED screen, current camera tech, bigger battery, and stereo speakers. I'd buy the **** out of that phone.