Rom recommendations? - Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello all, I'm new around here but no stranger to the galaxy tab & gt i9000 forums. I've flashed many roms and love every minute of it
I lost my original galaxy s last week but luckily my insurance covered it. The company didn't have any in stock, so i was automatically upgraded to the S II, which I received today. RESULT!
Anyways, the development section is HUGE here so i was wondering whether anyone could recommend a rom or two to try out. I upgraded manually to 2.3.5 (XWKI8) and I'm rooted
I'm after something fairly close to stock. And by this I mean Samsung stock, I like all their apps etc! But also as themable as possible. On the original galaxy s I was a big fan of darky's rom & also used cm7 as well as a few others. I'm using overcome on my tab and looking forward to trying their rom when it's released...
Any pointers would be really helpful *finger Hoovers over thanks button*
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Try revolution rom . this is a base rom and very expandable with the kitchen app. You won't regret it.
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SupraN0va said:
Try revolution rom . this is a base rom and very expandable with the kitchen app. You won't regret it.
Regards
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agree,it's a great rom!
revolution rom with speedmod t41 kernel, _ _ _ king great.

Jkays themes and mods can be used on rooted stock Samsung roms.
Check the theme section for themes that can be used with odexed firmware.
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Thanks all, I'm out & about at the mo but will investigate later. I'll also have to investigate the kitchen app...
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Hey guys, so I upgraded to revolution and really like it just one prob- the different mods work well but the status bar and battery mods aren't working for me. Tried wiping cache and dalvik but remains as stock :-( so I'll need to investigate further. But besides that my quadrant is through the roof! Thanks!
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biffroy said:
Hey guys, so I upgraded to revolution and really like it just one prob- the different mods work well but the status bar and battery mods aren't working for me. Tried wiping cache and dalvik but remains as stock :-( so I'll need to investigate further. But besides that my quadrant is through the roof! Thanks!
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All sorted
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Cognition Rom - Suggestion (roms)

Hi Guys,
At present i am using unNamed rom v1.2.0 due to some problems with my sms message (weird sound) i like to change it to Cognition rom how good is this rom or else which rom is very stable without problem could you guys suggest me. Thanks in advance.
The best way to find out is try them all. How the phone runs is based on your setup. What runs good for me and my setup might not be so peachy for you. I've tried most and prefer UnNamed or MIUI, but that's just me.
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Fahimxda said:
Hi Guys,
At present i am using unNamed rom v1.2.0 due to some problems with my sms message (weird sound) i like to change it to Cognition rom how good is this rom or else which rom is very stable without problem could you guys suggest me. Thanks in advance.
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You have to change the sound in the settings menu of the messaging app
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Try serendipity or perception
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prince_niceguy said:
Try serendipity or perception
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Cognition 777 replaced Perception.
Cognition is pretty stable, if that's what you're asking. Just read the comments under each ROM, preferably the recent ones, and see what people are saying about it. Even if a ROM has some instability, developers are quick enough to fix the problem, but yeah, it's a matter of preference.
I think Cognition is one of the best ROMs there is and 100% the best for battery life. All the ROMs really have the same features the only difference is a theme (if the ROM is themed) and an option or two added. This ROM is based off the I9100 (international GS2) and for some reason its has better battery life.

[ROM](FINAL) SUPER Open Source Rom, Add Swype, 2.3.7 EGL tweak w/supsettingsV20

This is a port of the SuperOSR or super open source rom. It is developed by the super team. Here is there description quoted from their web page
8.6-AW SuperAosp Samsung Galaxy S
Notapor superatmel "June 10, 2011, 16:02
SuperAosp
Special thanks to the creator of the theme inexus from which I was inspired to give a graphic touch to the rom.
This rom (not a mod) has been developed entirely from the source of Google and very little of Cyanogen framework.
Thanks to Cyanogen and all his staff for the contributions received.
This rom I have installed three terminals, a free Poland, and two orange, one with a month and another one day, the three smoothl.
I used Atinm CM& rom to port it to our device.
I did not hellraise as that didn't work for this one, But I have ported this rom to another device so was aware that the CM7 files and SuperOSR files are very compatible.
I like to think that SuperOSR is a colorful and interactive CM7 that is easy to use. Instead of CM7 settings you have supsettingsV20
A LIL ABOUT ME
This is not my first rom, but I have only had the phone for one day before making Rom. I have modded and/or ported roms for the x10 the motorola bravo and now the thrill 3D. This rom is visually made to be caught up to mu thrill rom so i can update them around the same time. I am slowly getting used to Samsung files. ​
Thanks to all the other developers in the Infuse/sgs2 forums. My base file is stock gingerbread modding tricks from several developers. You can use most gingerbread kernels with this rom.​
Must have cwm recovery to install. This install does not erase data but always remember to manually delete data if you are not coming from a CM7 based Rom... and backup your data and rom​
HOW TO INSTALL
Prerequisite: You must be running a kernel with CWM.
1) Download SuperOSR ROM and place it on your SD card.
2) Power off your phone.
3) With the phone powered off, hold both volume buttons and the power button for about 10 seconds and then release all three when you see the Galaxy S II logo disappear and reappear. This should boot you into CWM.
4) Select "wipe data/factory reset, wipe cache, wipe advanced/dalvick".
5) Select "install zip from sdcard" and navigate to and select VISION_ROM
6) Once done click Reboot System Now
7) when first start you must pick lancer of choice as default or will lose home button.​
I am not responsible for what you do to your phone. Use at your own risk.
I am not responsible for what you do to your phone. Use at your own risk.
INSTALL silk Amazon browser
http://hotfile.com/dl/141055365/4410e7e/Additional.sgs2.zip.html
Thanks to http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=20829015
THIS WILL REPLACE STOCK BROWSER
Newest Rom
January 9 with market fix
http://hotfile.com/dl/140756447/4e8f52d/SUPEROSR.1.9.zip.html
December 19 Change log
Merged latest cm7
Newest Download http://hotfile.com/dl/137936229/5e27e91/SGH-I777_signed_121911_120838.zip.html
​
December 13 Change log
added original launcher so you can pick between two launchers
Merged latest CM7
EGL tweak
minor icon changes
older Download
http://hotfile.com/dl/137412492/d2a6ec4/galaxys2_signed_120611_235611.zip.html​
Add Swype
http://hotfile.com/dl/137420181/1d5438e/add_swype.zip.html
http://www.fileserve.com/file/Wn7JJ9X​
December 9 change log
edit build prop
Minor changes
added bravia engine from zhidzu on X10
http://hotfile.com/dl/137055683/013572a/galaxys2-SUPEROSR.zip.html​
CM7 boot.img
theme chooser
Sup Settings V20 fully working
changed some icons
build.prop edits
can change animations
back up installed programs
enable/disable programs one/click
some gapps applications included already
can change overclock and governor in sup settings
Ultima battery notifications 5% still need editing for 1%
tons of changes to icons and appearance (always a work in progress)
lremoved stocklauncher (used Arc Launcher)
removed apps that can easily be downloaded from market
OLDER Rom download
http://hotfile.com/dl/136919303/5a61f3f/galaxys2_signed_120611_235611.zip.html​
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Waiting, almost patiently for this.
Could someone enlighten us on SuperOSR? Did a little research and looks like the core project is out of Spain (most of the core documentation is in Spanish so I couldn't read it).
Looks like it's an offshoot of CM (sort of like MIUI)? Is that right?
UPDATE: I was able to gleem this info: "SuperOSR is a rom based off a mix of AOSP & CyanogenMod sources, with own modifications made by SuperTeam"
Yes.. I ported this on x10 days. Like a more interactive colorful cm7
I couldn't hellraise it but was able to blend kang cm7 with it to port it...
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I'm excited thanks for bringing this to at&t galaxy s2.
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its a themed CM7. and you can "hellraise" it to a degree bro.
It was easier yo just mix on my own since I did this for other device.. tried the hellraise for ease.. but no go..
Only problem having right now is internal sdcard not mounting...
Everything else seems to be working
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Releasing this for testing only
Install at your own risk
Note that internal sd card does not mount
Sorry bout finished first page
I will finish when I get out of work
Credits to Lang cm7 and [email protected]
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Sdcard issue fixed... no major bugs that I can see. Open page updated
http://hotfile.com/dl/136919303/5a61f3f/galaxys2_signed_120611_235611.zip.html
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Dang, all these roms just being unleashed all at once. This rom from super team was blazing fast on my cappy. Its probably even faster on this device. thanks for doing this for our gs2. I'll have to give it a run.
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Running great so far, extremely responsive
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Been running it for half a day now. Really nice I'm happy I took the time to check.it.out. probably going to be my daily driver for a while
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Thanks for positive input... superteam has always made my favorite rom... just never for my phone model... this was an easy port.... in the past, porting to x10 was a lot of work...
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Very smooth and nice. I tried using sirah kernel but wouldn't boot after flash. Had to reflash. Oh well. Its great as it is. Thanks a lot.
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nuwayman said:
Very smooth and nice. I tried using sirah kernel but wouldn't boot after flash. Had to reflash. Oh well. Its great as it is. Thanks a lot.
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This rom is cm7...don't think if that kernal or entropy's kernal will work with it...
I will say I like it better than cm7. Will give a heads up in a few days of use.
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Yeah siyah kernel is an all in one. Use on either cm7 or Samsung based. Didn't work in this version. Maybe I got a bad download. Will try again later and see.
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I think I have found my daily driver...thanks for the port and hard work!
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Thanks for sharing this.

i9300 not at all smooth? :/

Good morning.
Ive been using my i9300 for about two months now. Im a former iPhone 4 user. I have noticed that the i9300 despite the fact that it has quad-core and 1GB RAM, is not at all smooth :/ I always get lag in the Homescreen and in the settings etc etc. I've tried like 20 ROMS or so :/ am i doing something wrong here? E.g. scrolling between homepages can get laggy! That wasnt supposed to happen right?\
Im currently at MIUI 2.9.14 ROM. Maybe im doing something wrong when i flash a new ROM?
What are the steps?
I delete the whole internalSD, i perform a data/factory reset via CWM, i delete cache and Dalvik Cache. Your help would be appreciated. Thank you for your time.
philippas said:
Good morning.
Ive been using my i9300 for about two months now. Im a former iPhone 4 user. I have noticed that the i9300 despite the fact that it has quad-core and 1GB RAM, is not at all smooth :/ I always get lag in the Homescreen and in the settings etc etc. I've tried like 20 ROMS or so :/ am i doing something wrong here? E.g. scrolling between homepages can get laggy! That wasnt supposed to happen right?\
Im currently at MIUI 2.9.14 ROM. Maybe im doing something wrong when i flash a new ROM?
What are the steps?
I delete the whole internalSD, i perform a data/factory reset via CWM, i delete cache and Dalvik Cache. Your help would be appreciated. Thank you for your time.
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The rom you are on has problem of memory leak.
Just use a samsung-based rom. Your trouble will be fixed.
Jaskaran498 said:
The rom you are on has problem of memory leak.
Just use a samsung-based rom. Your trouble will be fixed.
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Suggest one please I've used HyperHalaxy v1.6 but still.
Try them =)
I'm on the current Wanamlite (JB leak) with Siyahkernel and znlh3 modem.
Works awesome so far
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Try them =)
I'm on the current Wanamlite (JB leak) with Siyahkernel and znlh3 modem.
Works awesome so far
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Yeah try that combo. Wanam or Omega Jelly Bean XXDLI8 leaks are very smooth.
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there are plenty of custom roms out there,
most of the JB leaks are much smoother than the ICS roms i have been using.( i am sure there are ICs roms that are smooth as well , just that i have not tested before. )
currently on Omega v23 and happy with it, no lags. you may just have to spend some time experimenting which one is to your preference.
Sir, I suggest you try out Omega ROM (ICS or JB) doesn't really matter, cause Omega is really really stable. I'm not prompting whatsoever because I'm on MIUI 2.9.14 too with hardcore speed mod kernel and it is perfectly great.
One advice, try not flashing so many ROMs at one go because it might cause system error such as connectivity to wifi or packet data. Stick to one you really like.
Edit: Do a full wipe, flash back stock firmware on PC Odin and root again to remove any bad 'history' and the lag too.
Hope I did manage to help!
Great day
-Amos, Singapore.
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If you want a rapid ICS rom then use Foxhound 1.4.3, it is quite simply the best ICS rom there is, and believe me i've tried them all.
Couple it with Galaxsih kernel @normal and apex launcher not much comes close to it.
As for Jelly bean, take your pick but just know that there are no final builds as of yet and all of them are leaks, meaning that kernel support is limited.
Thanks everyone ive never flashed back to stock before i used custom rom and i think that May be it like one of you suggested. About that miui rom and hardcore speed mod. It works on any MIUI rom or only on specific ones? If it does work on every miui where can i find it? I really like miui
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You are welcome mate hmm what do you mean?? I'm using hardcore speed mod on my MIUI rom and I don't experience any lag (Provided you use apex launcher PRO too) I even have great battery life (8 hrs of hardcore using; with wifi or packet data On). You can definitely flash speedmod on your MIUI 2.9.14 and you will know what I mean.
Omega ICS on the other hand, is really stable and having that 'stock-ish' feel. But on MIUI, you know we rule the game.
Edit: If you wanna try out Omega, do a full wipe, flash back stock firmware (It will unroot device) then root again then try out Omega. It is really your decision.
But again, you know who rule the game with MIUI. Haha.
Great day ahead.
-Amos, Singapore.
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Here is the link to hardcore speed mod kernel. Use the Ex Fat k1-8.http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1761290
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i am also experiencing lag on my s3 i'm on wanamlite 3.3
To get rid of the memory leak, go to ES Explorer, give it root and write permissions (in its options), then go to system/bin/ and delete kiesexe. You won't be able to use Kies anymore, but it'll kill the leak because it's caused by that process.
you should use the stock TW without scrolling wallpaper mod =p
I just prefer you to flash DLI18 stock JB from sammobile, wipe everything before flash, and I would prefer you to change animation scale and duration scale from 1 to 0.5,
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philippas said:
Good morning.
Ive been using my i9300 for about two months now. Im a former iPhone 4 user. I have noticed that the i9300 despite the fact that it has quad-core and 1GB RAM, is not at all smooth :/ I always get lag in the Homescreen and in the settings etc etc. I've tried like 20 ROMS or so :/ am i doing something wrong here? E.g. scrolling between homepages can get laggy! That wasnt supposed to happen right?\
Im currently at MIUI 2.9.14 ROM. Maybe im doing something wrong when i flash a new ROM?
What are the steps?
I delete the whole internalSD, i perform a data/factory reset via CWM, i delete cache and Dalvik Cache. Your help would be appreciated. Thank you for your time.
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No Lag in Omega 26
philippas said:
Thanks everyone ive never flashed back to stock before i used custom rom and i think that May be it like one of you suggested. About that miui rom and hardcore speed mod. It works on any MIUI rom or only on specific ones? If it does work on every miui where can i find it? I really like miui
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Just a suggestion.... If you really like MIUI, but want a smoother and more stable ROM, why don't you flash the latest CM10 build, and then install MiHome Launcher? MiHome Launcher is the default launcher used in MIUI and it comes with an optional MIUI lockscreen as well. Once both are installed, it's virtually indistinguishable from a full MIUI ROM. Plus, it'll have the speed and smoothness of Jelly Bean with the stability of CyanogenMod (or as stable as a pre-release build can be).
Anyway, it was just a thought. Good luck to ya'!
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That, my good sir is a great idea! Ty!
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i am using fox hound lastest jb leak right now and its really stable plus no battery drain at all i can suggest it to you enjoy ..
SLver said:
you should use the stock TW without scrolling wallpaper mod =p
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But i find it really annoying that HTC ONE X users have smoother ROMS than me Their stock is smoother than any Custom Rom ive used.. wtf exynos? Im really thinkin of selling my phone!

Themes & customisation didn't work

Consider me a super n00b..
I recently rooted my gs2, when i apply any theme or animation via rom toolbox.. Themes just didn't work.
Phones just reboots and rest the things remains same.
Where i'm making the mistake?
Also what else shud i need to do it...... .before making any further customisations
Any help would be seriously appreciated
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ssbnasa said:
Consider me a super n00b..
I recently rooted my gs2, when i apply any theme or animation via rom toolbox.. Themes just didn't work.
Phones just reboots and rest the things remains same.
Where i'm making the mistake?
Also what else shud i need to do it...... .before making any further customisations
Any help would be seriously appreciated
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Custom rom or stock ? In stock doesn't work
Send form Galaxy S2. But I don't have it :-\
Paulius7 said:
Custom rom or stock ? In stock doesn't work
Send form Galaxy S2. But I don't have it :-\
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I'm using custom rom!!
That official JB leaked firmware :/
What should I do to make those themes n customisations work?
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Like said in pm jb leak it's not custom flash cm10,cm9,aosp,aokp...
Merry christmas and Happy new year
Paulius

Stock applications on CM 10.1

Hello, dear XDA community!
I am using Samsung Galaxy Note 2 for almost 1 month and beginning from day 1 I realised that Samsung did something wrong with android and spoilt everything with their TouchWiz UI. I tried a lot of different ROMs and found that the best one for me is CyanogenMod 10.1. Everything is cool about this ROM, but I miss some features from the stock ROM.
The features that I miss are:
* S Note
* Samsung Keyboard
* Samsung Camera
I tried extracting these apps from deodexed ROM (I used Omega ROM + correct permissions), but for some reason they refuse to work...
Can someone tell me how to add these apps to my beloved CyanogenMod ROM?
I will appreciate all links, guides and suggestions.
Thanks in advance.
They will not work cm lackes tw framework they rely on
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I have managed to run twlauncher with 4.2.2..with DF-1 ROM....
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Hi can you please put the link for the 4.2.2 rom on which the touchWiz UI is working. I really want it. Will really appreciate it. Thank you.
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I have managed to run twlauncher with 4.2.2..with DF-1 ROM....
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That can be done but still doesn't give you the apropriate fw to use tw fw reliant apps
I think the only one that'll work is weather widget
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