Hi there
I'm new here,and I own a HTC Hero (GSM) which I really like it! I was waiting for the official 2.1 update from HTC but I soon found out that HTC keep postponing the release date and I really can't wait anymore.
I really want to root my phone and install a custom rom,I've keep searching for guides and "how to" toipics from XDA and google but I really don't understand a lot of what they were saying.
Alright here is my question
1. What is Vanilla,Espresso and this Kitchen thingy?
2. What does this full wipe means? does it really wipe all my data on my phone?
3. What is a busybox,VPN,APN, and AOSP?
4. What is this Launcher 2 and HelixLauncher thing?
5. Does the Custom Rom (Android 2.1 custom rom) have bluetooth file sharing features?
6. How do I install this "Apps 2 SD"?
7. Which is better way to root the phone? The unlokr.com (one click rooting) way or the XDA ones?
8. What is JIT? I've seen a lot of rom have this JIT enabled thingy...
9. Which is the best custom rom on XDA? (doesn't matter if it wasn't a Sense UI one,I just want a stable,fast,less buggy custom rom)
Sorry for asking a lot of qustions,but I really want to make sure what am I doing before rooting and installing custom rom on my HTC Hero.
many thanks in advance!
Ng LC said:
1. What is Vanilla,Espresso and this Kitchen thingy?
2. What does this full wipe means? does it really wipe all my data on my phone?
3. What is a busybox,VPN,APN, and AOSP?
4. What is this Launcher 2 and HelixLauncher thing?
5. Does the Custom Rom (Android 2.1 custom rom) have bluetooth file sharing features?
6. How do I install this "Apps 2 SD"?
7. Which is better way to root the phone? The unlokr.com (one click rooting) way or the XDA ones?
8. What is JIT? I've seen a lot of rom have this JIT enabled thingy...
9. Which is the best custom rom on XDA? (doesn't matter if it wasn't a Sense UI one,I just want a stable,fast,less buggy custom rom)
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1.Vanilla=Type of ROM where is no HTC stuff like Sense included.
Espresso= Version of Android
Kitchen= Select which apps u want to use on certain custom ROM´s.
2: This mean u shoud wipe data/factory reset, wipe Dalvik(APP)Cache, Wipe SD:ExT Partition (If its there)
3.Busybox= Root Features for your Hero, VPN= ?, APN=Mobile Network Connection Points?, AOSP= Android Open Source Project
4.Launcher2= HomeApp with 5 Homescreens, HelixLauncher= Another Home App
5.Yes they have but u should not use them.
6. Different on every ROM. APPS2SD means that u can install apps on your SDcard.
7.One Click Rooting should not work anymore so u should use the XDA´s one.
8.JIT is a combile method that translate directly to maschine code i think please use google.
9.Best is Kimera 1.6 or Modaco 3.2 - u should not use 2.1 ROMS they are quiete to buggy!
I sell my Hero next Week when my Desire is Arrived =) But have fun with the Hero ;-)
PS: Sry for my bad English.
1. Vanilla means stock android, without any visual or functional enhancements. Espresso is a User Interface, just like Sense. The kitchen is used for adding or removing ROM components(and other stuff too).
2. Full wipe means erasing all data and cache. Yes, you lose all your installed apps, contacts, texts and such. Basically it's a factory reset.
3. Busybox extends the android shell functionality. VPN = virtual private network, APN = access point name, AOSP = android open source project -- you could google for all
As you can see, all the information i've provided you can be found by searching google. So, to help you enhance your 'googling' skills, I will let you answer the remaining questions by yourself.
Moreover, this is the development section. Next time post these kinds of questions in the Q&A section.
RaduG said:
2. Full wipe means erasing all data and cache. Yes, you lose all your installed apps, contacts, texts and such. Basically it's a factory reset.
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You dont loose your contacts if they are saved to sim
shotgunfool said:
You dont loose your contacts if they are saved to sim
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Or Google, that's often the preferable choice.
RaduG said:
1. Vanilla means stock android, without any visual or functional enhancements. Espresso is a User Interface, just like Sense. The kitchen is used for adding or removing ROM components(and other stuff too).
2. Full wipe means erasing all data and cache. Yes, you lose all your installed apps, contacts, texts and such. Basically it's a factory reset.
3. Busybox extends the android shell functionality. VPN = virtual private network, APN = access point name, AOSP = android open source project -- you could google for all
As you can see, all the information i've provided you can be found by searching google. So, to help you enhance your 'googling' skills, I will let you answer the remaining questions by yourself.
Moreover, this is the development section. Next time post these kinds of questions in the Q&A section.
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Thx for the help and I'm sorry that I post it to the wrong section...
Should I wait?
Alright,sorry for double posting but I really want to ask this qustions,well actually I should ask this question myself but I want some opinion from u guys
Should I wait for the official release from HTC for the Android 2.1 with Sense for the HTC Hero?
just stay on original/stock rom . 2.73.xxx.xx
This is better. and wait for 2.1 update
it's my opinion.
Ng LC said:
Alright,sorry for double posting but I really want to ask this qustions,well actually I should ask this question myself but I want some opinion from u guys
Should I wait for the official release from HTC for the Android 2.1 with Sense for the HTC Hero?
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You're asking mostly people who haven't waited... do you really think you'll get an objective answer?
How pissed off are you with 1.5? Have you seen/used 2.1? Did you like it? etc etc etc
fallos said:
just stay on original/stock rom . 2.73.xxx.xx
This is better. and wait for 2.1 update
it's my opinion.
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Then if you install 2.1 stock, it'll lock the phone down removing the possibility of ever rooting it, no?
Personally I'd root it and go with modaco latest if you want it roughly as stock but with some bugfixes then you've got the option of using custom roms in the future or whatever you want. you only need to root it once then you can do whatever you like.
xtcislove said:
1.Vanilla=Type of ROM where is no HTC stuff like Sense included.
Espresso= Version of Android
Kitchen= Select which apps u want to use on certain custom ROM´s.
2: This mean u shoud wipe data/factory reset, wipe Dalvik(APP)Cache, Wipe SD:ExT Partition (If its there)
3.Busybox= Root Features for your Hero, VPN= ?, APN=Mobile Network Connection Points?, AOSP= Android Open Source Project
4.Launcher2= HomeApp with 5 Homescreens, HelixLauncher= Another Home App
5.Yes they have but u should not use them.
6. Different on every ROM. APPS2SD means that u can install apps on your SDcard.
7.One Click Rooting should not work anymore so u should use the XDA´s one.
8.JIT is a combile method that translate directly to maschine code i think please use google.
9.Best is Kimera 1.6 or Modaco 3.2 - u should not use 2.1 ROMS they are quiete to buggy!
I sell my Hero next Week when my Desire is Arrived =) But have fun with the Hero ;-)
PS: Sry for my bad English.
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why shouldn't I use the Bluetooth file sharing features on the custom rom?
Alright,now I have another question,is jit enabled rom better than the non-jit custom rom?
Ng LC said:
why shouldn't I use the Bluetooth file sharing features on the custom rom?
Alright,now I have another question,is jit enabled rom better than the non-jit custom rom?
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JIT enabled ROMs will be almost definitely faster than non-JIT roms.
Ng LC said:
Alright,sorry for double posting but I really want to ask this qustions,well actually I should ask this question myself but I want some opinion from u guys
Should I wait for the official release from HTC for the Android 2.1 with Sense for the HTC Hero?
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Use the official 1.5 rom for a week to two weeks, then root and install a few different custom roms for a week to two weeks and then see what you prefer, you can either stay rooted on a custom rom or you can revert back to the original 1.5 official
there is a reason why Google was invented. e.g. you would be able to find stuff on ROMs like http://android.modaco.com/content/h.../304106/revote-for-best-2-1-rom-w-benchmarks/
shenshang said:
there is a reason why Google was invented. e.g. you would be able to find stuff on ROMs like
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I know google was invented to search for things,but I just can't really find the answer that I was looking for...
Edit: Alrite,there is another question,can I still use Chinese Keyboard when flashing the custom rom?
Ng LC said:
I know google was invented to search for things,but I just can't really find the answer that I was looking for...
Edit: Alrite,there is another question,can I still use Chinese Keyboard when flashing the custom rom?
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Is that an app or built in?
if built in, maybe - check with the rom creator first
if app - yes...
then,
does Kimera custom rom (android 1.5) have chinese input support?
and how about the Modaco custom rom (also android 1.5),does it also have chinese input support too?
and if u say that there is an app to enable chinese input,what is the name of the app?
Ng LC said:
then,
does Kimera custom rom (android 1.5) have chinese input support?
and how about the Modaco custom rom (also android 1.5),does it also have chinese input support too?
and if u say that there is an app to enable chinese input,what is the name of the app?
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alrite,I think the first question about custom rom chinese input support was a bit noob,I should have just ask
is there an app to enable chinese input,what is the name of the app?
Ng LC said:
alrite,I think the first question about custom rom chinese input support was a bit noob,I should have just ask
is there an app to enable chinese input,what is the name of the app?
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OIC - i've no idea. Sometimes the custom rom's have support for other languages and keyboards, some have better support than others. Check the market before or check with your preferred rom developer before flashing!
Hello, new Galaxy Ace and curently in the process of customizing the **** out of it. Few questions:
1. Exactly what pre-installed apps can I uninstall safely? Device is rooted, on GB 2.3.5.
2. I plan on installing SaidyBoost, do I need to uninstall apps if I'm going to do this?
3. The thread is http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1561806, could someone please tell me how I install a kernel that supports init.d, and should I install ext4lagfix?
4. To install it, do I just put the .zip on the SD, then update from recovery mode, and do I need CWM, and does this void the warranty (I'm guessing yes).
I'm sorry for the spiel; I'm usually the one doling out the advice but I am a total n00b to Android. Any help and time taken is much appreciated, thank you
B00MJUICE said:
Hello, new Galaxy Ace and curently in the process of customizing the **** out of it. Few questions:
1. Exactly what pre-installed apps can I uninstall safely? Device is rooted, on GB 2.3.5.
2. I plan on installing SaidyBoost, do I need to uninstall apps if I'm going to do this?
3. The thread is http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1561806, could someone please tell me how I install a kernel that supports init.d, and should I install ext4lagfix?
4. To install it, do I just put the .zip on the SD, then update from recovery mode, and do I need CWM, and does this void the warranty (I'm guessing yes).
I'm sorry for the spiel; I'm usually the one doling out the advice but I am a total n00b to Android. Any help and time taken is much appreciated, thank you
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1. You don't uninstall.. It's impossible. Maybe possibru if you have a file manager and you navigate into /system/app then mount it as R/W (read & write) and delete them (not so recommended though)
2.No need to do anything, just install it
3. Get yourself a ROM, and see in the ROM thread which kernel runs best with that ROM. Many kernels support init.d
4. Dude, forget about the warranty. Get rid of your paper, your warranty was gone the second you rooted your phone
Press thanks if i helped
alinuredini said:
1. You don't uninstall.. It's impossible. Maybe possibru if you have a file manager and you navigate into /system/app then mount it as R/W (read & write) and delete them (not so recommended though)
2.No need to do anything, just install it
3. Get yourself a ROM, and see in the ROM thread which kernel runs best with that ROM. Many kernels support init.d
4. Dude, forget about the warranty. Get rid of your paper, your warranty was gone the second you rooted your phone
Press thanks if i helped
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I'm literally retarded, I can't find the thank button >.> tell me where and you shall receive.
It is possibru to uninstall the stock apps, I already installed a few. Just want to know which ones exactly.
Could you point me towards what I should download?
And I am keeping the warranty because if I really screw it up, I can hardbrick it on purpose and send it back for a new one. How shly
B00MJUICE said:
I'm literally retarded, I can't find the thank button >.> tell me where and you shall receive.
It is possibru to uninstall the stock apps, I already installed a few. Just want to know which ones exactly.
Could you point me towards what I should download?
And I am keeping the warranty because if I really screw it up, I can hardbrick it on purpose and send it back for a new one. How shly
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I see you are quite new
Soo, get yourself a recovery,boot into recovery, make a backup.
If you want to learn ROM development, this is the place for you ..
It will tell you what to do, and how to do..
After that you will learn to delete apps you dont want(ex.Maps;if u dont use maps)
Then you make a flashable zip and install it through the Recovery you installed previous
The thanks button is below the post im posting now
One better (IMO) option than uninstalling pre-installed apps (as this has been known to cause problems with updates and stability/performance for some) would be to use an app like Gemini App Manager to turn off Autorun settings (usually just turn off "On Boot Completed", but some other events can help also) for the apps you don't want to use. That way, these apps will not use up resources in the background without running the them yourself. That way you can keep the apps around in case some future update or something else requires their presence.
alinuredini said:
I see you are quite new
Soo, get yourself a recovery,boot into recovery, make a backup.
If you want to learn ROM development, this is the place for you ..
It will tell you what to do, and how to do..
After that you will learn to delete apps you dont want(ex.Maps;if u dont use maps)
Then you make a flashable zip and install it through the Recovery you installed previous
The thanks button is below the post im posting now
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I have a backup made with Titanium; do I save the file to my computer or something for safety?
Holy **** just read the thread you sent me, ROMs Y U NO SIMPLE?!
B00MJUICE said:
I have a backup made with Titanium; do I save the file to my computer or something for safety?
Holy **** just read the thread you sent me, ROMs Y U NO SIMPLE?!
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It's simple. Just more use of the geek-ish part of your brain.
If you don't want to mod a ROM, then just grab one from the Android Development Section of your phones thread, because they already have many useless apps removed, and some tweaks applied
If you want to learn more about ROM cooking PM me
alinuredini said:
It's simple. Just more use of the geek-ish part of your brain.
If you don't want to mod a ROM, then just grab one from the Android Development Section of your phones thread, because they already have many useless apps removed, and some tweaks applied
If you want to learn more about ROM cooking PM me
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Literally all I want is to install that ROM. THat is all. Nothing more, nothing less, I don't want a kitchen on my phone, I don't want to learn more developemnt, I know too much crap already. I don't want to edit the ROM, or any other stuff.
Are you telling me I need to do ALL that to my phone just to speed it up? Are my choices walk the tight rope of the Android kitchen or be n00b and download the pre-made one? Plesus Jesus let that be all.
B00MJUICE said:
Literally all I want is to install that ROM. THat is all. Nothing more, nothing less, I don't want a kitchen on my phone, I don't want to learn more developemnt, I know too much crap already. I don't want to edit the ROM, or any other stuff.
Are you telling me I need to do ALL that to my phone just to speed it up? Are my choices walk the tight rope of the Android kitchen or be n00b and download the pre-made one? Plesus Jesus let that be all.
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Praise the lord thats it
Just get ur ass on a good ROM, and see watcha like in your rom. There is also the newest version of Android, the 4.0.4 for your phone. Just check it out in the Development Section. Search for AOKP (Android Open Kang Project) . Or you can always stick with a better 2.3.x ROM for your phone
Cheers bro
alinuredini said:
Praise the lord thats it
Just get ur ass on a good ROM, and see watcha like in your rom. There is also the newest version of Android, the 4.0.4 for your phone. Just check it out in the Development Section. Search for AOKP (Android Open Kang Project) . Or you can always stick with a better 2.3.x ROM for your phone
Cheers bro
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I'm going to thank you again, becuase I'm just that tough. Goodbye
Hello developers,
How can I transfer a system app from one ROM to another ROM.
Actually I tried many ROMS but so far couldn't find the perfect ROM for me.
I like something in one ROM but don't like something else and like something else in another ROM.
so I want to custom my ROM the way I want and I like and want to merges system apps from 3 ROMS, is that possible?
i'me newbie and tried to copy/past them through root explorer but didn't work the hole app disappear
I'm talking about the messaging / contacts app. I want them as suamsung stock as i found them in PureICS and want to put them in CM9 as i don't like the AOSP messaging / contacts.
please do me a help
thank you
samx11 said:
Hello developers,
How can I transfer a system app from one ROM to another ROM.
Actually I tried many ROMS but so far couldn't find the perfect ROM for me.
I like something in one ROM but don't like something else and like something else in another ROM.
so I want to custom my ROM the way I want and I like and want to merges system apps from 3 ROMS, is that possible?
i'me newbie and tried to copy/past them through root explorer but didn't work the hole app disappear
I'm talking about the messaging / contacts app. I want them as suamsung stock as i found them in PureICS and want to put them in CM9 as i don't like the AOSP messaging / contacts.
please do me a help
thank you
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sorry ma8 u cannot customize system apps the way u want in diff roms since custom roms have there system apps moded 2 wrk accordingly
samx11 said:
Hello developers,
How can I transfer a system app from one ROM to another ROM.
Actually I tried many ROMS but so far couldn't find the perfect ROM for me.
I like something in one ROM but don't like something else and like something else in another ROM.
so I want to custom my ROM the way I want and I like and want to merges system apps from 3 ROMS, is that possible?
i'me newbie and tried to copy/past them through root explorer but didn't work the hole app disappear
I'm talking about the messaging / contacts app. I want them as suamsung stock as i found them in PureICS and want to put them in CM9 as i don't like the AOSP messaging / contacts.
please do me a help
thank you
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As said no way Samsung To Samsung CM to CM AOSP to AOSP stock bits only .
Might have a look at the custom roms with what you want or look at the market place for apps that look like what you want .Also themes section to see if any modified apps .
Best way to test is replace apk in system/apps in the actual rom and flash .
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I am currently using CSROM http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1846399
Excellent ROM, but when I try to get apps like Maps from the Market it says my phone isn't compatibly.
I have downloaded and installed the apk, but other apps are having the same issue and I would rather of my apps linked to the market for updates etc.
I did not install gapps has Market etc is included in the ROM. Could this be the reason?
Does the gapps zip do more than just install Google applications?
Go back to the ROM's thread and read the last few pages. This has been addressed already. Also make this your standard practice - always go through the thread before asking questions, as it is reasonable to expect others have had the same problem too.
ravilov said:
Go back to the ROM's thread and read the last few pages. This has been addressed already. Also make this your standard practice - always go through the thread before asking questions, as it is reasonable to expect others have had the same problem too.
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Thank you. I did read back; just wasn't back enough. Thanks again :good:
These are Theme templates for the people that like to change things up without haveing to flash a whole ROM.
They only contain the app, font, and framework folders for the system. AGAIN THIS IS NOT A ROM.
You can use this for a couple of diffrent things:
1. dodex a stock rom
2. return a themed rom back to stock deodexed
3. Create your own theme w/o building a whole ROM.
Have fun and happy themeing
YES, i know things like this are kind of outdated but i'm set in my ways and still use them. So, if you use them, please hit the thanks button.
4.2.1 theme template
4.2.2 theme template
spdwiz18 said:
AGAIN THIS IS NOT A ROM.
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I kinda take it for granted that people should understand that since this thread is in the Themes and Apps sub forum.:laugh:
But sometimes there's some...
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I kinda take it for granted that people should understand that since this thread is in the Themes and Apps sub forum.:laugh:
But sometimes there's some...
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YES, there is always soneone.
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