first off this isnt my tablet and i know nothing about it. its my dads and he installed clockwork mod? and cyanogenmod on android 4.4.4 on it. Well a few years ago he stopped using it in place of another tablet. he recently rediscovered it and decided he wanted to update it but doest remember what he did.. so my question is this ( and feel free to just send links to the information and ill figure it out ) i have none of the recovery roms or anything. so what would be the best rom to install and should i search for the stock rom first and restore it to factory then find the most stable rom while still being lightweight.
Cyanogenmod 11 is probably what you're running. The instructions for that are here. I've personally been using Evervolv for a loooong time. I just use mine to read comics. You can find Evervolv info here. I just got on today to see if there's been anything new. I may try out this ROM here.
The original operating system on the Touchpad was webOS, not Android, so I'm not sure what you mean by "Stock ROM." If you've already got clockwork and CM on there, you'd be better off installing TWRP and following the instructions in the links above. It's been so long since I've done anything with mine, I can't remember steps either, lol.
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So, I've been searching this forum for an hour or so, trying to find a tutorial for installing cm7. I can't find a single thread about it.
I already downloaded a stable cm7 zip file to flash. However, I have no idea how to go through with this. I just rooted my OG Droid a few minutes ago. My only other experience with flashing zips and installing ROM is with my Nook Color.
I don't know if my experience with my Nook can carry over to my Droid. I don't even understand which partition or storage system to flash this ROM to.
I tried a search before this. It doesn't help that this phone doesn't have any specific name besides Droid or Milestone (mine isn't even a milestone; it's from Verizon).
Some help or links would be appreciated. I'm sorry about posting an entire thread about this.
SacTappingUni said:
So, I've been searching this forum for an hour or so, trying to find a tutorial for installing cm7. I can't find a single thread about it.
I already downloaded a stable cm7 zip file to flash. However, I have no idea how to go through with this. I just rooted my OG Droid a few minutes ago. My only other experience with flashing zips and installing ROM is with my Nook Color.
I don't know if my experience with my Nook can carry over to my Droid. I don't even understand which partition or storage system to flash this ROM to.
I tried a search before this. It doesn't help that this phone doesn't have any specific name besides Droid or Milestone (mine isn't even a milestone; it's from Verizon).
Some help or links would be appreciated. I'm sorry about posting an entire thread about this.
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I would recommend taking a look at this guide from the official cyanogenmod wiki on how to install the latest version of CM 7 http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/index.php?title=Install_CM_for_sholes. As far as where you are installing the ROM to you are installing it to the Droid's internal mtd based storage, whereas on the Nook Color you would be installing it to the external SD card.
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Thanks for putting in the time to comment. I'm currently running cm 7 on my droid. The process was apparently much more simplified than installing a rom on the nook. After finding the directions for installing cm10 and successfully following them, I figured I could do the same thing with cm7. It worked fine without any problems. The whole process was much easier without having to worry about boot partitions and external storage, that was mainly what I was worried about.
I guess this topic can be locked or deleted to the mod's content.
Hi. I've been reading and reading over the last 6 weeks since I decided to install Android on my TP. I try to avoid posting unless absolutely necessary. I'm going to start with CM9 I think and if I want something a little smoother, I'll upgrade to CM10. My TP is currently at stock. I've read and reread countless tutorials and threads but I am trying to make sure I have the most up to date tutorial and one that doesn't expect I did something else beforehand (like preware installation, or a webos backup). Also, I'd like to install the dual boot option so I can still have Webos on my device. I haven't seen much on that in recent tutorials. I'd like to use the CM9 install instructions linked to on the sticky but it doesn't mention things like preware and CWM... which I read about in earlier tutorials. What do I need to do before the instructions on this page: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1452625 ? Thanks so much, I really appreciate it!
lots_to_learn said:
Hi. I've been reading and reading over the last 6 weeks since I decided to install Android on my TP. I try to avoid posting unless absolutely necessary. I'm going to start with CM9 I think and if I want something a little smoother, I'll upgrade to CM10. My TP is currently at stock. I've read and reread countless tutorials and threads but I am trying to make sure I have the most up to date tutorial and one that doesn't expect I did something else beforehand (like preware installation, or a webos backup). Also, I'd like to install the dual boot option so I can still have Webos on my device. I haven't seen much on that in recent tutorials. I'd like to use the CM9 install instructions linked to on the sticky but it doesn't mention things like preware and CWM... which I read about in earlier tutorials. What do I need to do before the instructions on this page: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1452625 ? Thanks so much, I really appreciate it!
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I'll start off by saying you're making the right choice throwing android on it and reading carefully before you do so. You'll most definitely need to install the novacom drivers on your computer before you try any of this. (I would include links, however I'm on my tablet, if you need any, just ask.) After that point, you'll need to download the ACMEinstaller (putting in the palm inc directory is optional, but recommended) For the most part, you should just be able to place the CM files onto the storage of your touchpad in the cminstall folder and from that point you can follow the instructions on the thread
As for keeping webOS, no need to worry about that. All installs of android that I know of simply add on the android, never replacing the webOS. You'll be installing moboot (essentially an OS chooser) that will allow you to pick which one you want on booting. It also allows you access to recovery. Very useful.
Also, I would honestly say to go ahead and install CM10. I'm staying off of CM10.1 for now ( <3 Bluetooth) but I would argue that the minor cons of CM10 outweigh the stability of CM9. Jcsullin's (If you haven't seen his name enough yet. One of the major players in the Touchpad development community) CM10 from April 18th is what I'm using now and aside from the stray reboot, I would go as far to say that it is as stable as WebOS. According to the build page the main issues on that right now is no flash video in browser (youtube app works fine) and battery drain is a little higher than webos but lasts about 2 days with steady use.
The install thread for that is here (I went through the extra effort to put the link in, that's how much I feel it's worth going to CM10)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=37965549
Just noticed from pasting this in that they also need you to install Java if you haven't yet. That guide and youtube video is MUCH more comprehensive than the guide you linked. I would at least follow that until you get to what files to add. There is no difference in installing CM9 or CM10 besides the files you place in the CMinstall folder.
If you have questions, fire away, otherwise good luck on your adventure.
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One more thing, use acmeinstaller3, it gives you the room necessary for cm10 and cm10.1.
Good luck.
Also this is an option as well. I'm sure it works, but it might take away the fun of the process.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2158341
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My guide which is posted above (and in my signature) works from scratch and doesn't need you to have done anything in advance and works with CM9 or CM10. Personally I'd not bother with CM9 at this stage and would go straight to JCSullins CM10, I've used it for months with no problems at all, much smoother than CM9.
Hello guys,
I have a samsung gt-i9000 with cyanogen 10.1.3 and a few days ago I had experienced some problems, the home button stopped working. I tried quite a few things, based on the info I found on this site and others (like factory reset), but no joy.
SO I thought to myself, better reflash the ROM, but to be honest, if I do that, I might as well install the latest one (10.2.1), and so I decided to do that, but before I start I have a few questions:
I had a look around but I couldn't really find a definite answer to the following questions, so I thought I might post here.
1)Has anybody encountered any issue on the gt-i9000 with the latest ROM?
2)Can I backup all my apps, upgrade the ROM and then reinstall everything from the backup, rather than downloadeing all the apps again? I have never done that before, so I am not sure if it is possible
3)I had a look at the cyanogen mode site and found the relevant info http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Install_CM_for_galaxysmtd, but I was wondering something: occasionally on my phone a message appears
and asks me whether I want to update the ROM to the latest available one. I have always dismissed that, but I am thinking, can I do the upgrade from there without going through the trouble of reflashing
it (following the instructions above), or is it essentially the same thing?
4)In the instructions it says "The install guide assumes the Galaxy S is running Android 2.3.". Now, last time I have upgraded - from cyanogen 7 to 10.1 - I attempted to install directly 10 over 7 and things
went horrible wrong. I then reflashed the ROM to 2.3 and then installed cyanogen 10.1 and it was OK. DO I have to do the same thing again and install 2.3. first and then 10.2? If so where do I get 2.3 from?
Thanks
Sorry, can somebody move this under questions, just realized that this isn't the right place.
duratto said:
Hello guys,
I have a samsung gt-i9000 with cyanogen 10.1.3 and a few days ago I had experienced some problems, the home button stopped working. I tried quite a few things, based on the info I found on this site and others (like factory reset), but no joy.
SO I thought to myself, better reflash the ROM, but to be honest, if I do that, I might as well install the latest one (10.2.1), and so I decided to do that, but before I start I have a few questions:
I had a look around but I couldn't really find a definite answer to the following questions, so I thought I might post here.
1)Has anybody encountered any issue on the gt-i9000 with the latest ROM?
2)Can I backup all my apps, upgrade the ROM and then reinstall everything from the backup, rather than downloadeing all the apps again? I have never done that before, so I am not sure if it is possible
3)I had a look at the cyanogen mode site and found the relevant info http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Install_CM_for_galaxysmtd, but I was wondering something: occasionally on my phone a message appears
and asks me whether I want to update the ROM to the latest available one. I have always dismissed that, but I am thinking, can I do the upgrade from there without going through the trouble of reflashing
it (following the instructions above), or is it essentially the same thing?
4)In the instructions it says "The install guide assumes the Galaxy S is running Android 2.3.". Now, last time I have upgraded - from cyanogen 7 to 10.1 - I attempted to install directly 10 over 7 and things
went horrible wrong. I then reflashed the ROM to 2.3 and then installed cyanogen 10.1 and it was OK. DO I have to do the same thing again and install 2.3. first and then 10.2? If so where do I get 2.3 from?
Thanks
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duratto said:
Hello guys,
I have a samsung gt-i9000 with cyanogen 10.1.3 and a few days ago I had experienced some problems, the home button stopped working. I tried quite a few things, based on the info I found on this site and others (like factory reset), but no joy.
SO I thought to myself, better reflash the ROM, but to be honest, if I do that, I might as well install the latest one (10.2.1), and so I decided to do that, but before I start I have a few questions:
I had a look around but I couldn't really find a definite answer to the following questions, so I thought I might post here.
1)Has anybody encountered any issue on the gt-i9000 with the latest ROM?
2)Can I backup all my apps, upgrade the ROM and then reinstall everything from the backup, rather than downloadeing all the apps again? I have never done that before, so I am not sure if it is possible
3)I had a look at the cyanogen mode site and found the relevant info http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Install_CM_for_galaxysmtd, but I was wondering something: occasionally on my phone a message appears
and asks me whether I want to update the ROM to the latest available one. I have always dismissed that, but I am thinking, can I do the upgrade from there without going through the trouble of reflashing
it (following the instructions above), or is it essentially the same thing?
4)In the instructions it says "The install guide assumes the Galaxy S is running Android 2.3.". Now, last time I have upgraded - from cyanogen 7 to 10.1 - I attempted to install directly 10 over 7 and things
went horrible wrong. I then reflashed the ROM to 2.3 and then installed cyanogen 10.1 and it was OK. DO I have to do the same thing again and install 2.3. first and then 10.2? If so where do I get 2.3 from?
Thanks
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1) Didn't use CM, been on OmniROM
2) You can use Titanium Backup
3)Yeah, you could do that, update it via CMUpdater
4)Just before you install a ROM with a higher android Version, always wipe /system partition.
cool thanks!
Hello guys,
I have a samsung gt-i9000 with cyanogen 10.1.3 and a few days ago I had experienced some problems, the home button stopped working. I tried quite a few things, based on the info I found on this site and others (like factory reset), but no joy.
SO I thought to myself, better reflash the ROM, but to be honest, if I do that, I might as well install the latest one (10.2.1), and so I decided to do that, but before I start I have a few questions:
I had a look around but I couldn't really find a definite answer to the following questions, so I thought I might post here.
1)Has anybody encountered any issue on the gt-i9000 with the latest ROM?
2)Can I backup all my apps, upgrade the ROM and then reinstall everything from the backup, rather than downloadeing all the apps again? I have never done that before, so I am not sure if it is possible
3)I had a look at the cyanogen mode site and found the relevant info http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Install_CM_for_galaxysmtd, but I was wondering something: occasionally on my phone a message appears
and asks me whether I want to update the ROM to the latest available one. I have always dismissed that, but I am thinking, can I do the upgrade from there without going through the trouble of reflashing
it (following the instructions above), or is it essentially the same thing?
4)In the instructions it says "The install guide assumes the Galaxy S is running Android 2.3.". Now, last time I have upgraded - from cyanogen 7 to 10.1 - I attempted to install directly 10 over 7 and things
went horrible wrong. I then reflashed the ROM to 2.3 and then installed cyanogen 10.1 and it was OK. DO I have to do the same thing again and install 2.3. first and then 10.2? If so where do I get 2.3 from?
Thanks
I was trying to install a 4.4 Rom I tried CM, Carbon, Slim, and a couple of others that are 4.4 and they all fail saying ,"Installation fails with set_metdata_recursive: some changes failed."
I can install CM 10.1.3 perfectly but thats it. I am using CWM. I just got this phone yesterday and this is my first android so please be patient if I don't understand something fully.
Found something interesting that I will try when I get home.
http://forum.cyanogenmod.com/topic/83793-cm11-nightlys-install-fails/
Ok well after long research I figured it out. My CWM was outdated. Once I updated it everything worked perfect. I found a zip and flashed the update within CWM then I installed the custom rom with no problem at all
This was a great learning experience to say the least. Very frustrating at first but I feel like I am getting a lot more familiar with android now. Thank you to this forum for all the great information even if I didn't get any response. The searching took awhile. Had to read many threads and posts before I could come up with a solution.