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[APP PACK] XDA APP PACK v1.4 (LEGIT)

Sorry bout the last one. This one is good now
Hello all,
I've thrown together an app-pack that includes apps that i see are necessary and important to have on my phone. I was getting very frustrated with constantly having to reinstall my apps after flashing a new rom on. So i decided to create a batch file that will allow you to install back all your apps very easily.
I know there are things such as ADB file explorer, but i think that this is a much simpler way of doing it. Its also very easy for me to add apps that you guys feel needs to be included.
Let me know what you guys think.
App list
1. Root booter
2. Set cpu
3. Move cache for root users
4. Swapper
5. WiFi teather
6. Google places
7. Tmo visual voicemail
8. Shop savvy
9. Shazamm
10. Movies
11. Free dictionary
12. Ad free
13. App Manager
14. Taskiller
15. aTrackdog
16. Biz Card Reader
17. Keep Screen Lite
18. Pure Calander Lite
Change log:
v1.1
-added ability to remove apps that you don't want installed on the phone
v1.2
-corrected app pack to follow xda rules
v1.3
-added 3 new apps
v1.4
-added bizcardreader, keep screen lite and pure calander lite
-replaced apps with new updated versions from market
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=WKFMZH1Y

Can you post or PM me with the list of apps?

I just want to take this time to point out that apks are not tamper-proof. While I doubt mgorman went and modified any of the apps included in this pack, I wouldn't get in the habit of installing apps from unsafe sources. The only sources that should be considered safe are official Android Markets or the official website of an app.

jashsu said:
I just want to take this time to point out that apks are not tamper-proof. While I doubt mgorman went and modified any of the apps included in this pack, I wouldn't get in the habit of installing apps from unsafe sources. The only sources that should be considered safe are official Android Markets or the official website of an app.
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How can they be tampered with? Like.turning them into a virus?
And what about the apks that devs include in their roms? Are you referring to them as well?

mgorman said:
How can they be tampered with? Like.turning them into a virus?
And what about the apks that devs include in their roms? Are you referring to them as well?
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Everyone has to decide what their comfort level is in terms of accepting who they will trust an apk from, particularly root-enabled apps. These apps have the potential to do anything they please to the filesystem.
Google Experience Android phones are great because one can install apks from any source. That is one of the core requirements for open innovation, but its also a double edged sword. It's the user's burden to decide what is a safe source for apks. You wouldn't eat candy from a stranger, afterall, would you?

I see what you mean and I can assure anyone that is going to try this that I didn't mess with the apks and they're downloaded straight from the market

mgorman said:
I see what you mean and I can assure anyone that is going to try this that I didn't mess with the apks and they're downloaded straight from the market
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I just want to reiterate that in no way did I mean to imply that the linked zip file contains malware (but neither can I guarantee that it doesn't). Instead I was stating that it is bad security to install executable/interpreted code from unverified sources. Especially when one can just as easily grab the aforementioned apps themselves.

I would just like to point out that root booter is not recomended for any cyanogen rom. He has built a safer reboot and shutdown into his rom.
FYI the easiest way to reboot into recovery is to 'hold power' 'select reboot' 'hold in the home button until it reboots' There is no need to turn the phone all the way off and hold both buttons.

followinginsanity said:
I would just like to point out that root booter is not recomended for any cyanogen rom. He has built a safer reboot and shutdown into his rom.
FYI the easiest way to reboot into recovery is to 'hold power' 'select reboot' 'hold in the home button until it reboots' There is no need to turn the phone all the way off and hold both buttons.
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Thats why I made an option to remove apps from being installed.

Watch out for an update to the app-pack coming later tonight....
Want to add an application to the pack? Send me a PM and I'll put it in there

Just a thought
Is there a way this can be done so we can we can add the app(s) of our choice to customize the way we want it?

Apaca1ypse said:
Is there a way this can be done so we can we can add the app(s) of our choice to customize the way we want it?
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Yes you can. Any apps that you want installed you can place in the wanted-apps folder and when you run the batch any apk in the wanted-apps folder will be installed to your phone.
I will be adding some more options to the menu such as rebooting into recovery, rebooting into fastboot, etc. as well as more apps.

[Dec 21][APP]PS3DJB v2.5.1 Supports Eng, Ger, Nor, Esp & Fr

Hello everyone,
Here is my app i have been working on. It will install all files to your sd card needed to jailbreak and downgrade your ps3 with your HD2 Only. Now i have some time think this link is long overdue to be posted. Where this app originated from. Again thank you to all the other devs out there for there hard work that has now become a all in one solution.
What the app does:
This app will allow you to downgrade your firmware to any firmware you want. (PS3 Slim's cannot go as far back as Fat Consoles.) The downgrade only works with FW's up to 3.50. (If you have FW3.55 you are out of luck for now. Unfortunately there is no solution on the market nor in the community for that FW version.) This app will also allow you to patch your android build with all the files needed to jailbreak your ps3.(this will be changed real soon.) It also includes many payloads so u can use the one that best matches your needs.
Other Languages:
German version Located here I have also translated the first post in German as well. Enjoy
Norwegian version Located here I have also translated the first post in Norwegian as well. Enjoy
Spanish version Located here. It is compatible with Esp Rom's storage cards. I have also translated the first post in Spanish as well. Enjoy
French version Located here. It is compatible with Fr Rom's storage cards. I have also translated the first post in French as well. Enjoy
Instructions:
you will need to download both files found below.
DowngradeUpdater(needed)
PS3DJB Updated to 2.5.1 - English Only - Now Includes darkstone hd2froyo v3 in a custom folder just for jailbreaking. Size 103mb
Install:
Make sure you have placed your android build of your choice on the root of your sd card before installing. Your android build must be placed in the Android folder.
1.install downgradeupdater.cab to storage card. (this only contains the downgrade folder)
2. install PS3DJB.cab to storage card. (this contains the main UI and all jailbreak files)(does not include modified 3.41 PUP, lv2diag.self file 1 and lv2diag.self file 2)
Pre Use:
1. run app and select backup original android build (must do this first before you run setup jailbreak if you want to keep your original zImage of your Android build.)
2. select setup jailbreak. This will transfer all the files to your android build. if you replace your android build later on with a newer version just rerun the setup jailbreak.
Use:
1. once you set up jailbreak then proceed to select Launch PS3DJB. Follow the jailbreak instructions on the process. There are tons of tuts on how to do so. It is all they same for the most part. What is different for the HD2 is Once you boot into Android go and launch Gscript and select the payload of your choice. Then wait till it starts to auto countdown then plug the phone into the ps3 and start the jailbreak process.
2. If you want to downgrade your ps3 launch downgrader. This will take you to a mini android build made specifically for downgrading your ps3. This will not affect your other android builds
Questions and Answers:
Q) how do I know when everything backed up, restored or setup for jailbreak?
A) it will complete when the button image snaps back to normal when completed.
Q) im done downgrading and cant turn off the phone with the power button?
A) If you run the downgrade portion of the app you will need to pull the battery out when your done and reboot the phone. this is not due to my app it is part of the downgrade setup.
Q) Where is the Gscript folder located at?
A) gscript folder installs to the root of your SD card. It should install when you install the PS3DJB.CAB if you do not see it. Reboot your phone. Sometimes it caches till a reboot. not sure if its a OS issue or a Rom issue.
Q) I started Gscript and only see a couple of payloads. Isnt there more?
A) if you are missing payloads in gscript listing hit the windows button then select add script. Then finally select load. find a missing script select it and save. it will now populate to your main list in gscript. you will need to add. hermes 3.50 + PSN v4b, CE-X hybrid payload, and 2.76FW payload.
Q) I have multiple android builds will this mess with them?
A) Yes and No. It will only mess the the android build located in the Android Folder. If you want to make sure your stock android build stays stock after jailbreaking run the backup original android build button first to back up a copy of your original zImage. Once your done jailbreaking just run restore original android build to restore the backedup zImage.
Q) Do I need to install the downgradeupdater.Cab if I don’t plan on downgrading?
A) No you do not. It does not affect anything releated jailbreaking. If you hit the launch downgrader button without it installed will cause the app to display a message about it missing.
Q) if i downgrade will i loss my game saves? if so how do i keep them?
A) If you downgrade you may loose your game save. Go to system settings and back up your system. the option is at the bottom of the list almost. you can restore the same way
if you have any suggestion let me know.
enjoy!
PAYLOADS included:
Hermes v4b+355 FW3.41
CE-X FW3.41
Hermes FW3.41
Hermes v4b + psn + 3.50 FW3.41
PL3 FW2.76
PL3 FW3.01
PL3 FW3.10
PL3 FW3.15
PL3 FW3.41
*IMPORTANT*
for downgrading you will need the 3.41 modified pup, lv2diag.self file 1 and lv2diag.self file 2. these are needed once you obtain service mode
Change log:
Version 2.5.1
*added my custom data.img (57mb) to jailbreak rom. Should save a lot more space on the storage card and boot faster. My boot took 1 min 37 sec which was faster than the 1GB data.img created on first boot.
Version 2.5
*Removed setup Jailbreak, backup and restore buttons.
*Jailbreaking now has a dedicated folder that has a pre setup build of android ready to jailbreak
*included a dedicated android launch button for those who have daily use builds of android on there phone located in the android folder
*new start menu icon - thanks to drkfngthdragnlrd
Version 2.0
*removed any backing up or replacing of initrd.gz as it is not really needed for our purposes.
*should work better with new builds of android as i backed off the filestructure some.
version 1.6
*backup original android build now backs up zImage and initrd.gz
*restore original android build now restores zImage and initrd.gz
version 1.5
*added backup original android build button - this will back up your original zImage on your untouched android build.
*added restore original android build button - this will restore your original zImage and delete all files related to jailbreaking in your android folder
*updated functionality of setup Jailbreak button - now will create all jailbreak related directories in the android folder then install all files needed.
Thanks goes out to:
mangahoteles, Darkstone, Dan1j3l for the original builds of psfandroid
The Invisible GoD & KillaHurtz for there payload ports

sorry for noob question... what for this app actually?

Wonderful app! Thank you for your work. Wouldn't this be better suited for the HD2 Apps forum though?

socrated13 said:
Wonderful app! Thank you for your work. Wouldn't this be better suited for the HD2 Apps forum though?
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i thought it might be but was not sure. if a mod wants to move it feel free.
This app just make things easier/noobier for people who want to jailbreak or downgrade there ps3. i personally got annoyed always having to open file explorer and hit both options to launch. i have a lot of crap on my sd card so this makes it easier for me and i hope others. it will also give you a dedicated folder for the downgrade.
i can always make the jb a dedicated folder but i notice that android runs fine with the jb files integrated. it did not affect my user experience so i did not do that originally.

Thank you! This is an extremely useful app, you have made my life so much easier...

azaini said:
sorry for noob question... what for this app actually?
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If you don't no for what this app is, probably is not for you!
HackMimic, thanks for the great job!

HackMimic said:
i thought it might be but was not sure. if a mod wants to move it feel free.
This app just make things easier/noobier for people who want to jailbreak or downgrade there ps3. i personally got annoyed always having to open file explorer and hit both options to launch. i have a lot of crap on my sd card so this makes it easier for me and i hope others. it will also give you a dedicated folder for the downgrade.
i can always make the jb a dedicated folder but i notice that android runs fine with the jb files integrated. it did not affect my user experience so i did not do that originally.
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Very cool good job!!

I am curious to where you get the lv2diag.self file 1 and lv2diag.self file 2 files

youngkwang49 said:
I am curious to where you get the lv2diag.self file 1 and lv2diag.self file 2 files
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Like here for example...

Doesn't work for german ROMs, cause in german "Storage Card" means "Speicherkarte" and so the path for the setup is wrong ... Installing is no problem.

This is awesome
Thank you HackMimic

the only probem with using ps jailbreak on my hd2 android is that it breaks my camera

had the same problem when I made my multi os launcher app days ago. I have the translation for German and another language. I will make the proper changes for ya. Would you prefer everything visual to read in German.

HackMimic said:
had the same problem when I made my multi os launcher app days ago. I have the translation for German and another language. I will make the proper changes for ya. Would you prefer everything visual to read in German.
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German is not that important for me, but if it is no big effort it would be fine.

What version firmware does this work on i have .55 firmware, a stupid friend of my sister installed it. I hope it works for this too

supaet said:
the only probem with using ps jailbreak on my hd2 android is that it breaks my camera
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Same here.

HectiQ said:
What version firmware does this work on i have .55 firmware, a stupid friend of my sister installed it. I hope it works for this too
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unfortunately if your at 3.55 there is no way to downgrade as they revoked the leaked keys. there where 3 of them i believe. i would not update your ps3 anyfurther down the road and wait till there is a workaround. im always scared my roommate will do the same. thats why i bought two. one jb in the front with a ps3key. thats what my roommate will use since its easy and one in my room with my htc now.

bahoiz said:
Same here.
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Does it break the camera in WM or android? My camera in WM works fine. if in android it might be the zimage file used. I think i will need to make a backup folder and include a button to backup original zImage of the rom so you can restore it when not jailbreaking.
also doing a pure german rom is no big deal. Let me update the app to do this new stuff first and when i upload it i will upload a translated version as well.

Hi,
I am using an english version wm, still says that the directory can't be opened
Storage Card/blah blah blah..
using android RAM version by darkstone.. maybe that's the cause?

Whenever I click on "Setup Jailbreak", I get an error message saying, " An unexpected error has occurred in SmartDeviceProject1.exe. Select Quit and then restart this program, or select Details or more information." I'm using a dexter wm rom, "TheDarkOne WWE". Radio 2.10.50.26. Any help would be appreciated.

[Q] install apk

it's years ago that I used a android smartphone and I forgot how to install .apk's.
Do I need a special app ?
My phone is not rooted .
( and I don't want to do it for the moment because it took me a long time for the one before )

You don't need a special app. Just download .apk file and install. You have to go to download folder or you can see it in notification bar.

zaiko2000 said:
it's years ago that I used a android smartphone and I forgot how to install .apk's.
Do I need a special app ?
My phone is not rooted .
( and I don't want to do it for the moment because it took me a long time for the one before )
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Steps:
1) Go to Settings
2) Go down to Security
3) Check the "Unknown Sources"
4) Install the Apk

Android 4.4.3 - STOCK OS - DEBLOATED - 64bit

Android 4.4.3 - STOCK OS - DEBLOATED - 64bit
Hello everyone. Lets jump straight to the point. This here is a backup made with TWRP from the STOCK OS for the HTC Desire 510 64bit. The few plus sides are that is DEBLOATED and that it uses a kernel that has write protection removed. Just a side note: I am trying to make a flashable ZIP for this but I'm having issues. I always get boot loops. So for now this is your only option.
If you are familiar with TWRP and backups and all that stuff you can skip the next parts and download the ROM, If not, I advise you to read carefully the whole thread if you don't want to brick your device.
DOWNLOADs
Version 0.0.1 (STABLE) - https://mega.nz/#!nBJUDL7D!bmkQzsbywpbyJ7tzPybSRtYUG1LzsPNnv_M7wZr4PoA
Version 0.2.0 - DEODEXED - (BETA) - https://mega.nz/#!jApGjZDJ!zQoSmyaCSRBV6iBtQwEOR_mTYhzqYeFxhm5p1P-fk68
DISCLAIMER
I'm not responsible if you damage your device in any way!
What is changed?
Not much is changed.
Bellow are the app replacments I made:
1. Sense Home ---> NOVA Launcher
2. Sense Messages ---> Google Messages (Material Design)
3. Sense Calculator ---> Xlythe Calculator (Material Design)
4. Sense Calendar ---> Google Calendar (Material Design)
5. Sense Clock ---> Google Clock (Material Design)
6. Sense File Manager ---> ES File Explorer
7. Sense Weather ---> AccuWeather
4. Sense Keyboard ---> Google Keyboard
I removed a lot of HTCs and Google’s useless apps and other things, that are taking up space and resources.
From Google apps you have left:
1. Google Play Store
2. Google Chrome
3. Google Play Games
4. Google Drive
4. YouTube
5. All other background apps and services that are required for the Google apps to function properly.
From HTC apps you have left:
1. Camera app
2. FM Radio
3. Gallery (I couldn't find a decent replacement)
4. Music
5. Photo Editor
6. LockScreen
I have removed the HTC Browser, Zoe, E-mail and other useless stuff from HTC.
I have included:
1. Clean Master Lite - It's much faster than the full blown app and gets the job done. Lots of people hate it but it works like a charm on this device.
2. DiskInfo - With this little app you can see all of the partitions on your device. Regardless if you are S-ON or S-OFF.
3. Glim Lite - A set of beautiful Material design icons for NOVA launcher.
I didn't include an E-mail app because the Play Store is full of them and I couldn't choose. This choice is up to you.
How to install it?
First of all you need an unlocked bootloader with a TWRP - custom recovery installed on your device.
To unlock your bootloader go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/desire-510/development/bootloader-unlock-htc-desire-510-t2910233. Follow that tutorial to get your bootloader unlocked. After a successful unlocking you'll need a custom recovery.
Download this file: https://dl.twrp.me/a11ul/twrp-3.0.2-0-a11ul.img. This is the latest TWRP recovery for our device. Now we need to flash this file on the device:
Before starting put the contents of the ZIP file on to your SD card. And make sure that it has this folder structure:
Code:
--SD CARD
--TWRP
--BACKUPS
--Your device serial number (The name of this folder should be the serial number of your device otherwise TWRP won't see the backups in this folder)
--2016-04-17--13-49-21_KTU84L_release-keys (Don't change this, I don't know what will happen if you do)
1. Power off your device by pulling the battery out and putting it in again.
2. Press the Volume Down and Power Buttons until you see the HBOOT screen.
3. Press the Power button again to enter Fastboot mode.
4. Connect your phone with your PC using an USB cable.
5. Now open your terminal (I'm using Ubuntu but it's same in Windows as well) and type:
Code:
fastboot devices
This will show you an output like this:
Code:
--your devices serial number-- fastboot
If it doesn't show you an output like that then you probably didn't install the drivers correctly or you have a faulty USB cable.
If your output is the same as above than we can move on.
This command will flash the TWRP recovery on your device:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery /full/path/to/the/recovery.img
Example:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery /home/denny/Downloads/twrp-3.0.2-0-a11ul.img
Now you have TWRP on your device.
To boot TWRP press the Power button to go back to the HBOOT screen and navigate to the RECOVERY option with the volume keys and again press the Power button. After a few seconds you'll see your new recovery.
Restoring the backup
First we need to wipe any potential data that will cause conflicts with the new system.
1. Tap on "Wipe"
2. Tap on "Advanced Wipe"
3. Select all but leave the Micro SDCard option unchecked.
4. Swipe the slider to wipe the data.
After that is complete press on the house button on the lower end of the screen.
Now we are going to restore the backup:
1. Tap on the "Restore" button.
2. At the lower left corner tap on "Select Storage" button.
3. Choose "Micro SDCard" option and press OK.
4. Now you should see the backup folder. Open it.
5. Select "Boot" and "System" and swipe to start the restoring process.
6. Press "Reboot System" after the restoring has finished.
After you setup you system apply the Glim Lite icon pack to NOVA launcher.
Bellow are some screenshots of the new look.
Big thanks to:
@wolfaas12345 - for providing a tutorial on how to unlock your bootloader.
@rbheromax - for making a kernel with write protection removed.
@patrik.KT - for developing the TWRP recovery for our device.
If you are having any trouble ask a question on this thread or send me a private message.
XDA:DevDB Information
DeSense, ROM for the HTC Desire 510
Contributors
denny.hell
ROM OS Version: 4.4.x KitKat
ROM Kernel: Linux 3.10.x
ROM Firmware Required: None
Based On: Stock Sense 6.0 / 1.51.401.7
Version Information
Status: Stable
Created 2016-08-13
Last Updated 2018-03-23

BETA testers for OTA updates
I have managed to enable a function for our ROM to receive OTA updates directly from me. This will make updates more easy to be deployed and cuts down the time for me to upload the whole ROM and for you to download it and flash it. Be advised that this is for testing purposes only (for now). I don't know how much stable the ROM will be after receiving an update.
By flashing the ZIP file below you acknowledge that you are wiling to become a BETA tester and that you do this at your own risk.
Step 1.
You need to download the ZIP file below this post and flash it like any normal flashable ZIP.
The ZIP file contains a new app for OTA Updates, a new lib file for proper functioning of the app and an edited build.prop file. The build.prop file contains information to tell the app where to check if new updates are available, so please do not edit it yourself.
The app will say that there are no updates. That is not a bug, error or a glitch. Currently there are no updates. When an update is deployed the app will send you a notification.
Step 2.
Send an email to [email protected] to confirm that you have downloaded and flashed the ZIP file and that you are willing to be a BETA tester. Please use a valid email because I will be contacting you to share feedback about the new updates and discuss any issues you might have.

Reserved

Thanks a lot for the sharing!
I will definitely test it

BTW you say that you have problem - bootloop with the .zip, did you tried to flash boot.img manually after flashing of the .zip?
Also instead of gallery I use simply photos by google
Or there is also lightweight Gallery app by google (com.android.gallery3d). You will probably find it in GAPPS

Benik3 said:
BTW you say that you have problem - bootloop with the .zip, did you tried to flash boot.img manually after flashing of the .zip?
Also instead of gallery I use simply photos by google
Or there is also lightweight Gallery app by google (com.android.gallery3d). You will probably find it in GAPPS
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Thanks for those tips. I will definitely take a look at the lightweight gallery.
I tried flashing the boot.img manually but nothing. I've got it to boot up just once but there was no wi-fi. That leads me to belive that the permissions in the updater-script are not set up properly but also could be something else. If you have experience with updater-script do you think that you could help me out?

Unfortunately I don't have any bigger experiences with updater-script
Few times I edited it, but never so big one like installing ROM...
Anyway can you sand me the zip? I will try to look, but I don't promise anything

hi,
thanks so much for this Debloate.:good:

Well done developer! Phone itself is 10x faster without the bloatware apps on! Thank you so much developer!

Thanks a lot for your sharing. I finally have a nice going device. Its the best solution currently for this phone.

Hello mates i have an question
This version has fix that permision for sd card ?
Sent from my HTC Desire 510 using XDA-Developers mobile app

4. Now you should see the backup folder. Open it.
I do not see anywhere
what to do with the zip file that I downloaded from the above link
My bad, I did not read everything you've written

myke_angell said:
Hello mates i have an question
This version has fix that permision for sd card ?
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Yes...I don't have any trouble with my SD card

Moki1 said:
4. Now you should see the backup folder. Open it.
I do not see anywhere
what to do with the zip file that I downloaded from the above link
My bad, I did not read everything you've written
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No problem, if you have any further problems don't hesitate to ask

would be nice to have HTC Sense UI and email app left and htc foto editor and gallery removed and replaced by Google Photos, I don't understand why stick to ES File Explorer which does have in app ads rather have native file explorer, also I don't understand why I need that clean tool when android is managing ram just fine in this version.
Sorry if that sound rude, language barrier
Keep up with good work.

X-77 said:
would be nice to have HTC Sense UI left and email app and htc foto editor and gallery removed and replaced by Google Photos, I don't understand why stick to ES File Explorer which does have in app ads rather have native file explorer, also I don't understand why I need that clean tool when android is managing ram just fine in this version.
Sorry if that sound rude, language barrier
Keep up with good work.
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No problem, any feedback is more than welcome. The Sense UI will remain, the theming I'm gonna make will only be on the icons and maybe the QuickSettings layout of the buttons, nothing too big to ruin the Sense feel. I might get back the e-mail app if I can't find a descent replacement for it. In the next update the HTC Gallery, alongside the Photo Editor will be replaced by Google Photos. Also the ES File Explorer, I'm gonna replace it with something that is adds free, simple to use but versatile. The Clean tool is not much for RAM as it is for Junk removal. Here is an example: Yesterday I was listening to some music on YouTube for about two hours. After that, I run the Junk Removal tool....It removed somewhere around 900Mb of useless data. You see how you can free up some space with it. I plan to keep it, but If I get negative feedback about it I will remove it.
Again thank you for your feedback.

E.g. Total Commander is simple and nice explorer without adds
BTW now when you have root, you can install "adblocker" app

deodex is not good for this device beacuse have small memory and charge it useless, odex files have sufficient space in system.
my oppinion

lucyr03 said:
deodex is not good for this device beacuse have small memory and charge it useless, odex files have sufficient space in system.
my oppinion
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Thank you for your opinion. The main reason that I deodexed the ROM is to save up on the size of the actual download. I'm currently running the deodexed version on my phone and it works just fine. But still it will remain in BETA version unless I get positiv feedback about it.

Guys, I recall what I said, don't listen to me I'm a noob

Install GApps on Xiaomi Mix 2 (Chinese Rom)

Having just received my Mix 2, I managed to get Gapps installed without problems. I thought I would provided a quick and dirty guide to help anyone struggling. If this proves popular I will refine with images and additional content.
Step 1. Download the Gapps from this location and extract. !!! I cannot post the direct link... just google GappsForMI5c.zip
Step 2. Perform a backup on the Mix 2 (Settings-> Additional Settings -> Backup and Reset -> Local Backups)
Step 3. Connect phone to computer and transfer the Gapps files to Storage/MIUI/backup/allbackup
(I had to make another folder named similar to the backup we just made, and then put the Gapps into this new folder)
Step 4. Restart phone
Step 5. Go to Backup and Reset -> Local Backups and restore the backup with the Gapps.
All done, has worked perfectly for me. I hope this helps.

Nice, does this include the play store?

Or simply use this app here: https://filebase.philipp.technology/filebase/index.php?page=Entry&entryID=9

3473 said:
Nice, does this include the play store?
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Yes, it does

PJF16 said:
Or simply use this app here: https://filebase.philipp.technology/filebase/index.php?page=Entry&entryID=9
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My only worry with that app is that the GApps are roughly a year old. It may cause conflicts with MIUI, the one I recommended is for MIUI 8.3.5 (The same version that ships on the Mix 2)

The apps will be updated right after installation.

I just got mine today but I think I'm going to wait for the global ROM and a better case before it becomes my daily driver. I went and re-watched a few of the hands on videos and the units had the global beta with miui 9 when I paused the video on the about screen.

kcc1982 said:
I just got mine today but I think I'm going to wait for the global ROM and a better case before it becomes my daily driver. I went and re-watched a few of the hands on videos and the units had the global beta with miui 9 when I paused the video on the about screen.
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What's wrong with the case?

3473 said:
What's wrong with the case?
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Looks nice but there is no lip for the screen to protect it.

I just typed Google in the mi app store. A funny looking Google playish icon is there. Install that and open it. It's all in Chinese, but if you tap around you can figure it out and get all the apps installed. Working well for me so far.

useful,thanks.

muddtt said:
I just typed Google in the mi app store. A funny looking Google playish icon is there. Install that and open it. It's all in Chinese, but if you tap around you can figure it out and get all the apps installed. Working well for me so far.
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yeah, it looks easy but I can't sync contacts from gmail. Rest of apps work flawlessly.
Google Contact Sync 8.0 has solved the problem

Everything works for me except contacts. For some reason it does not sign and so I cannot sync. Email, calendar etc works.

Have you assigned the permissions to the apps in the MIUI Security App?