This post is still working, but has not and will not be updated as I and the other contributors no longer have this device. I welcome questions as always, but without the device in my hand, I may not have your answer.
There are people still actively trying to update the software for this device as of 1/15, and if anyone wishes to take over/update this thread PM me.
It was a great ride with the amaze, and I still feel like the camera puts much newer devices to shame to date.
The ultimate(but now *retired* guide to everything Amaze-ing!
Credits given at the end of this post.
Table of contents - clicking the following links will take you to that specific part of the BIBLE!
1. General Tools
2. General How-to’s: the information needed most commonly- adb, fastboot, bootloaders, etc
3. ICS Specific: How to switch from GB, list of all roms, kernels, how-to’s specific to ICS
4. Gingerbread Specific: An archive of information about everything needed for gingerbread(outdated OS)
5. Battery Tricks: A variety of ways to save on battery, troubleshoot, measure, etc. Updated soon!
6. Misc Apps/Themes, etc Updated soon!
7. Troubleshooting/Miscellaneous: Useful Threads: Useful threads and those for troubleshooting known issues, archived(closed) useful threads, etc
8. Advanced Android 101: So you wanna go to the next level? You’ve read, and read, and read.. how do you do something much more difficult? Compiling/Decompiling, signing, baksmali, misc tools, and more..
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Advanced features of google docs!
Anyone viewing the document can click in the top right hand corner where is says "# other viewers" if anyone else is viewing- there is a chat box there that can me used.
I've allowed people who access from this thread to make COMMENTS in the doc - highlight some text, right click and click add comment - do NOT abuse this, I can turn this off. If you believe you can help clarify information or add a link, that is the best way to!
Contributor have full edit - I will put some advanced functions for you in post #3
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We can expand upon this at ANY time, if something should be added, please let us know.
You can save or view this doc via the google drive app on your phone!(edited for proper formatting!)
You can ALL be contributors! See something that is missing the link, let us know so we can add it. Want to write something up you feel we have missed, or feel that information is not up to date - write up in this thread and we can directly link to that! Have battery tips, or specific apps, themes.. you name it - this bible is going to eventually cover everything about the amaze and any nooby question ever asked with your help!
We will likely have kernel source drop soon and we will have even more to keep track of, so we will need some serious help from the community to make sure we are all organized as possible!
All future efforts will go into updating the HTC Amaze 4G Wiki:
Amaze General Overview :http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/HTC_Amaze_4G This is the page to start updating!
Guides and Tutorials
Tools
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ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries & Themes- Files for HTC Amaze 4G users and developers including things to cook, flash & customize with.
Stock Roms
Custom Roms
Custom Kernels
Custom Recoveries
Custom Themes
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Initial layout, content, and design by Silentbtdeadly, EclipzeRemix, GlacierGuy- other contributors welcomed!
Thanks to additional contributors: Dark Nightmare
We tried to link to all original work, if we wrote up any information you feel you need credit for or you can provide us to an up to date thread we can link to, just let us know!
Changed not added to wiki yet:
7-12
Added the first 4 posts under the Advanced Android 101 section to reflect some of the new "how to" develop threads.
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Change log:
5-30-12
Other misc stuff added(instructions for canadian ICS carriers thanks to comment)
Added example of a smali/baksmali edit for advanced android 101 section 8
Added link to posts about "currentwidget" under battery tricks
Removed all tables from the document to make it viewable via the google drive app
Put longer "how-to's" from section 2 and put them at the end of doc to make section 2 more readable(and clickable)
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5-29-12
Initial post
Everything has been filled out except battery tricks and misc/app themes
Added Dark Nightmare as a contributor
Added comments to sections that need improvement
Corrected links in OP to make sure they take viewer specifically to that part of doc
Added a Troubleshooting/Miscellaneous section for useful threads that don't fall into other categories, updated OP
Formatting of links
Information added to battery tips and General How-to section
What is S-off added
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Any new contributors added please post in the thread, your first post will be your change log, which I can use to keep change log updated.
Please let's try to stay consistent in formatting - no need to paste the actual XDA or external link, right click highlighted text and add link that way.
Please don't edit the table of contents box in the very beginning of the doc, it will break the links in the OP of this thread.
Let's make sure we only use red text for warnings and the important information that NEEDS to be read.
Clicking insert at the top gives us the ability to add in pictures, links, drawing, etc.. I am not opposed as long as it doesn't take up too much space and isn't confusing.
You CAN create separate docs if you think that posting here would be too difficult - just make sure when you are done with your new doc you click "sharing" in the top right, make it accessible to anyone with a link, but NOT with editing rights! Let's not use other docs unless it is going to be a VERY robust document with images and embedded youtube videos, etc.
You will see at the very end of the doc is an "expanded" version. I put a bookmark in front of each line(insert>bookmark), and then I highlight the text, insert>link and then click the bookmarks tab - choose the text that matches what you are bookmarking.. boom, done.
Easy sharing BBCode links for the Bible.doc and for this thread.
HTC Amaze 4g BIBLE- Google.doc Updated Often
The Ultimate Guide to Everything Amaze-ing!(Amaze 4g BIBLE!)
ChangeLog:
05-29-2012
-Added to General How-To:
How to kill cap key backlights
-Added to battery tricks:
Download Juice Defender app and set it to disable wifi and data when screen is off. Spare Parts Pro works well to monitor what is draining your battery.
Turn off auto brightness and turn down screen brightness
Disable Haptic feedback
Use mod to disable capacitive keys. This also corrects light bleed.
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HTC Amaze 4g BIBLE- Google.doc Updated Often
The Ultimate Guide to Everything Amaze-ing!(Amaze 4g BIBLE!)
Chanelog:
05-29-2012
-Post on what is s-off added, links added to op.
05-30-2012
-How to install ADB/SDK,
-How to LOGCAT and how to LOGCAT as well via terminal emulator in the Android OS, links to be added to OP
-What is bootloader
-How to boot into bootloader/fastboot/recovery via simple method, hasoon's tool and adb
-How to use fastboot and basic fastboot commands added.
06-01-2012
-How to use ICS OTA files to update devices from GB
-Updated fastboot flash commands with hboot flash command
06-06-2012
-How to restore to stock Telus or T-Mobile ICS via Nandroid or Flashable zip for S-On Users.
-How to change bootanimation/downanimation/sound added.
-T-Mobile ICS OTA flashable zip added to restore to stock tutorial. Credits to R-M-S for this zip.
06-07-2012
-Flashable zips for T-Mobile ICS and Telus ICS to restore to stock via custom recovery, doesn't matter which now since it's flashable and not a nandroid, added to restore post.
06-08-2012
-New to the Amaze 4G? Here's the basics to begin with.
06-13-2012
-added fix to OTA update file tutorial for the ro.cid=00000, 111111 etc error
-How to instal the HQ camera mod for T-Mobile users and a note at the bottom for Telus users
06-14-2012
-How to Edit Build.prop, methods of file pulling and tweaks
06-26-2012
-Added stock recovery.img to restore to stock tutorial.
-Added stock flashable zip for mobilicity ics users
09-06-2012
-Some info added here and there
-Linked how to change font in the theme and apps sections of the bible document.
Coming soon
What do you want added?
Cleaned up my changelog/bookmarks
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Clickable Bookmarks:
What is s-off/on
How to install adb/sdk and log cat
What is bootloader and how to access it, fastboot and recovery
How to use fastboot and basic fastboot commands
Tutorial to use the ICS OTA files to update from GB when getting the triangle error
Stock via nandroid or flashable zip
How to change bootanimation/downanimation/sound.
New to the Amaze 4G? Here's the basics to begin with.
How to install the HQ camera mod for T-Mobile users and a Note at the bottom for Telus users
How to Edit Build.prop, methods of file pulling and tweaks
Please don't use our work without the appropriate permission, if any of the candy found here is seen in any other basket, we will take steps to have it removed.
glacierguy said:
reserved for me.
Looks awesome SBD... Someone went to bed late
This needs to be stickied
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Oh, I was up till after 4am working on it, and sadly back awake at 6am.. sigh.
I just hope that people will start sending people to this thread when people need help getting started - it still needs some work, but soon this will answer almost every question someone could have when they get an amaze..
And yes, a sticky would be nice - especially since we will have plenty to keep this updated.
Update: Dark Nightmare has been added as a contributor. If you both can post changes you make to your first posts in the thread:
I.E. -
Updated speed rom in ICS roms - 5/29/12
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Something like that, I'll update the second post based on those so people can see what has been added without going into the doc itself.
I think we finally have a chance at organizing all this knowledge we have floating around these forums!!!
This awesome, when the noobies come around we can just all simply send them this link which will provide everything they need an more good job!!
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fuego77 said:
This awesome, when the noobies come around we can just all simply send them this link which will provide everything they need an more good job!!
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And I'm hoping if the noobies(lol, love the term btw) think there is something we can clarify(that actually would help), we can make the bible even better..
Any other sections you or anyone else can think of? I'm wondering about ways to link to other useful threads - even threads that are closed like the "issues with ICS thread" I had may be useful.. maybe a troubleshooting section perhaps? A misc resources section?
I think forum members will like that they can help with suggestions and hopefully see a useful and well organized final product..
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And I'm hoping if the noobies(lol, love the term btw) think there is something we can clarify(that actually would help), we can make the bible even better..
Any other sections you or anyone else can think of? I'm wondering about ways to link to other useful threads - even threads that are closed like the "issues with ICS thread" I had may be useful.. maybe a troubleshooting section perhaps? A misc resources section?
I think forum members will like that they can help with suggestions and hopefully see a useful and well organized final product..
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I think troubleshooting section would need the most work, most questions usually come from people who aren't really active users and find themselves stuck so then theyll post here.
Example "my phone is stuck on xxx after I xxx" etc
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I think troubleshooting section would need the most work, most questions usually come from people who aren't really active users and find themselves stuck so then theyll post here.
Example "my phone is stuck on xxx after I xxx" etc
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Was thinking the same thing...
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fuego77 said:
I think troubleshooting section would need the most work, most questions usually come from people who aren't really active users and find themselves stuck so then theyll post here.
Example "my phone is stuck on xxx after I xxx" etc
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True, but if we find the answer to their issue, and it is common ENOUGH to be included, we can link directly to the post that fixes it, whether in this thread, or somewhere else.. no, we can't fix EVERY problem, but there are some standard ones that may be useful.. for example, what remix had to do to flash the RUU when his phone wouldn't accept a recovery - we could provide a few different links for anything useful like that for people having issues with the leak..
At the very least that was why I made it a Troubleshooting/Miscellaneous section, perhaps my closed thread on ICS issues may help someone out, even tho it is closed we can link to it.. or any other thread that has been archived but may be useful?
I'm kinda just thinking out loud here, trying to see what bases we can cover..
@SBD
G+ me... u have my email
@Peartfan40
Thanks for the sticky
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glacierguy said:
@SBD
G+ me... u have my email
@Peartfan40
Thanks for the sticky
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Unless you have a totally different name than you do in the google doc, and a lot of tattoos.. I couldn't find you. My G+ is in my contact thing on here, you add me, lol.
And thanks Peartfan!
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True, but if we find the answer to their issue, and it is common ENOUGH to be included, we can link directly to the post that fixes it, whether in this thread, or somewhere else.. no, we can't fix EVERY problem, but there are some standard ones that may be useful.. for example, what remix had to do to flash the RUU when his phone wouldn't accept a recovery - we could provide a few different links for anything useful like that for people having issues with the leak..
At the very least that was why I made it a Troubleshooting/Miscellaneous section, perhaps my closed thread on ICS issues may help someone out, even tho it is closed we can link to it.. or any other thread that has been archived but may be useful?
I'm kinda just thinking out loud here, trying to see what bases we can cover..
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Yeah your right but knowing how noobies can get "I don't have time to be reading through dozens of pages to find my answer, can someone just tell me how to X" we've all seen this plenty of times. But I agree with you. Maybe getting some other threads cleaned up so things are straight to the point ? Idk man
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Yeah your right but knowing how noobies can get "I don't have time to be reading through dozens of pages to find my answer, can someone just tell me how to X" we've all seen this plenty of times. But I agree with you. Maybe getting some other threads cleaned up so things are straight to the point ? Idk man
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Sure, there are a few that are like that, but I've dealt with many I like that are pretty sharp, things really are just hard to find at this point - or at least till this point hopefully.
If we give a lazy noob this thread we've already put a ton of time into and he wants more, then I can tell him to get *(#$ with a good conscience. But this should be great for people who aren't noobs, but might be overwhelmed - I remember I was in the beginning, trying to figure out s-off and this and that.. and I was never a noob!(lies.)
What is S-Off?
Well allow me to explain:
In their devices, HTC have installed a sort of security check whose level is determined by S-OFF/S-ON. Essentially, this security level is a flag stored on the device’s radio that checks signature images for any firmware before it is allowed to be written to system memory. This hinders using any custom ROMs, splash images, recovery etc., and also restricts access to the NAND flash memory. However, when security level is set to S-OFF, the signature check is bypassed, allowing a user to upload custom firmware images, unsigned boot, recovery, splash and HBOOT images, as well as official firmware that has been modified, this enabling maximum customization of your HTC Android device.
Furthermore, S-OFF also reduces restrictions on accessing the NAND flash memory on the device, allowing all partitions (including /system) to be mounted in write mode while the operating system is booted.
In simpler terms: s stands for security on and off being it's current status, on restricting your ability to write to certain partitions of the system, example: hboot. Also it usually restricts access to flash kernels while s-on but recoveries such as 4EXT recovery have the ability to bypass this while s-on, hence giving you the ability to flash full custom roms without the need of s-off.
S-Off on the other hand gives you practically full access to system partitions, enabling you to flash radios, hboots, just about everything. It also gives you the option to sim unlock your amaze for free (see general forum), gives you options as well to unbrick your device should you have a slip up while trying to flash a rom/mods to your device(search for the unbricking project in the dev forum).
How to obtain s-off? See JuopunutBear's s-off method in the dev section, super-cid is also recommended if you're a rom flasher who likes to test roms that may not be for your specific device, difference being T-Mobile, Telus and Wind versions of the Amaze 4G.
Source of introduction:
here
Sent from an Amaaaaaazing place :-D
When linking... There shouldn't be a reason why the links have to be listed (i.e. when giving rom links). If you see the first couple of GB roms, u will see I made hyperlinks, but whoever finished it did it differently. We should try to keep this organized and in similar formats from user to user, to make it clean and easier to read. Imho.
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I know, I finished fixing the format of the ics roms that were listed.. some of it was a rush job, but at least most of the info is there until we perfect the format.
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We will likely need direction from this point on - someone asked about mobilicity carrier(VIA COMMENT in DOC) and someone else supplied the link, I updated thread-- this is a good way to keep it going.
Productive comments are welcome, as it says in the first post- highlight what you want, click insert then comment to leave us something helpful.. otherwise I hope it is helping people out(I don't see glacierguy, nightmare's, or my thanks button getting super mashed..?)
Anyways, it will never be complete, but we will need some direction to move forward and add more!
Tip for better battery
Current Widget
This is a free app available on the play store, there may be other apps that do the same thing.
See what is causing the most drain while you are actually USING the phone(as opposed to when screen is off- hint, use betterbatterystats for that)..
Steps to see which apps are killing your battery- do this when you get higher than average drain(delete previous log file called currentwidget.log in root of SD)
Put the widget on one of your homescreens, it will go to options screen..
An update interval of 60 seconds should be acceptable
Check(enable) the log file
Go into log options>check(enable) log applications
Use your phone as normal for a few days.. or when you've noticed worse drain.
Go back into the program and click log actions>analyze log,>top processes-- this shows you which app processes are using how much current - for example com.android.chrome(the google chrome app) was using 513MaH(milliampere-hour) - if you have the stock 1730mah battery that means that app alone could kill your battery in a little over 3 hours..
Once you have a list of which apps are causing the most drain turn off logging- that app itself will cause SOME drain, but it is worth using just to find out what is killing your phone!
This has been added to the BATTERY TRICKS section of the original google doc!
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1) Absolutely NO FLAMING. I am completely inflexible on this rule. If i catch you do it, you will get an xda vacation (will be banned, in case you don't get it). Also, just to be clear, "use the search function" is not an acceptable answer in this thread.
2) Before you post you MUST read THIS. Trust me, I will know if you didn't.
3) Anyone can post any issue they're having with their HTC Espresso: myTouch 3G Slide in this thread, but you MUST include a detailed description of your issue. If after a couple days your issue has not been addressed, please feel free to bump it.
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This way it can be easier for any moderator to delete Clutter so the thread can be easily searched and read by other users.
This is an experiment based on a suggestion by other users, so we will see how it goes. If all goes well then i hope that this thread will be a great help to many new members. If not then we will make adjustments. I want to thank all those who will be contributing to this forum for their time in advance.
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Also if you dont have something important to say and your just going to complain then dont post.
great thoughts, also congrats on mod status sir
what happened to the rooting thread? all ive seen is bs the past couple days. its gone way off topic.
people are postcounting up... nothing happened yet today, so until something does, it may as well be locked to stop people just upping postcount
HighRidas said:
what happened to the rooting thread? all ive seen is bs the past couple days. its gone way off topic.
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I agree it has gone off topic a little bit, But when nothing new is happening and people just want to add there 2cents then that happens. I will keep an eye on it though. I know the 3 Devs working on getting Root are working there butts off to do it and I have faith we will see it.
The good thing is, it seems rooting is not a matter of "if", just "when", which I never have a problem with.
i just hope that the "when" is "sooner" rather than "later" because im getting "pissed" about this "bloatware" >.<
Wifi Tether, apps to sd, froyo 2.2?
So now that root has happened I know a lot of us are interested in added functionality of our devices. So far mine is stock but with live wallpapers and some free'd up memory. However, I'd like to use wifi tether, apps to sd, and preferably get froyo 2.2 on here. My question is do we have a lot of devs working toward this now or is it too soon after root? I don't mean to seem impatient here and I understand there is still a lot of focus on getting everyone to the point of root since it was difficult for most of us. Anyway, any status update or something would be nice.
Answered quickly: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=6845610&postcount=11
Thank you!
Personally i know of 5 or 6 devs working on projects for the slide... If I remember correctly, another couple are going to start on it very soon also
Not sure if this is a dumb question... When the G1 was rooter, shortly after other methods of rooting were found. I fear some of us will endlessly have the problem of getting ADB to recognize the device in recovery. What are the chances of another root method coming available for the Slide?
if an update comes out, there will be more methods im sure... just not sure on a timeline for them
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Not sure if this is a dumb question... When the G1 was rooter, shortly after other methods of rooting were found. I fear some of us will endlessly have the problem of getting ADB to recognize the device in recovery. What are the chances of another root method coming available for the Slide?
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Fermunky, I've been following your problem because I was having it too. What finally got it for me was, I formated a different sd card, put it in the phone, removed all software ( htc sync, pdanet) and removed all drivers I could find using usbdeview. Then rebooted with phone unplugged, installed pdanet following all their instructions, then the loop worked perfect. Good luck
Tl;dr version, i tried it all at the same time and it worked
Widgets
hey, is it possible for someone to make some of the htc widgets compatible with adw launcher? I have the slidemeroot rom with live wallpapers and like it a lot. However, I miss the variety of widgets such as multiple calendar views now that I have to run adw launcher to get the live wallpapers. I'm looking for a way to get the best of both worlds and have live wallpapers along with the sense widgets. Is it possible? or better yet, get live wallpapers on stock rom without adw launcher so it works with my modes as well (cuz I miss that too). Maybe I just need to give up on the live wallpapers
can we have links to these listed roms?
Can't get superUser on legend to slide
I have been working/searching on the issue for a while and just cant figure it out.
every file is called superuser.apk and I am pretty sure they are all ROM/device specific. I can't get them to install.
Could someone help me with the following:
1. The source for the correct superuser.apk for legendTOslide Please
2. Do I adb push? In recovery? In device mode? sample command?
Thank you
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hey, is it possible for someone to make some of the htc widgets compatible with adw launcher? I have the slidemeroot rom with live wallpapers and like it a lot. However, I miss the variety of widgets such as multiple calendar views now that I have to run adw launcher to get the live wallpapers. I'm looking for a way to get the best of both worlds and have live wallpapers along with the sense widgets. Is it possible? or better yet, get live wallpapers on stock rom without adw launcher so it works with my modes as well (cuz I miss that too). Maybe I just need to give up on the live wallpapers
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You can get Live Wallpapers to work in ADW Launcher, but the HTC Widgets are bound to Sense UI.
Ok so Google just released another 2.2 update for Nexus. Right now I'm running stock slide rom. Can I update to the Nexus' roms without root?
B-Eazy said:
Ok so Google just released another 2.2 update for Nexus.
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Tmobile will release an official 2.2 update. Just have to be patient.
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Right now I'm running stock slide rom. Can I update to the Nexus' roms without root?
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No you cannot.
It seems to me that there is some information missing from the developer section here at XDA allowing newcomers to find out more stuff about the modifications that are going into the roms as they come flying out of the oven.
This also makes it harder for new chefs to locate and include these things into their own roms. I have cooked a few roms in my time developing and it always took more time to track down these things than to modify the rom to my liking.
My goal for this thread is to put as much information in easy to follow links to the original threads that go back to whoever created the cool things we have in to roms today.
If you have any of these things bookmarked please post the link to where the information is. If you want any mods added to this list please feel free to request it to be added and ill do my best to keep it updated.
This is not intended to be a HOWTO thread its idea is to give you the location of all these things are located.
This also is not a thread designed to show you how to flash a rom or root your phone.
It is intended to allow you to find the information to modify your own rom or a base to your liking
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[KITCHEN][JULY 21 '11] HTC Android Kitchen, v0.172 [Linux / Mac / Windows]
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Info
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HOWTO: Unpack, Edit, and Re-Pack Boot Images
Edify common error
[HOW-TO] Hide various Icons from the Status Bar - Thanks O.M.J
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Tools
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Apk Manager
amend2edify
Apk Sign & Aligner
Gingerscript - Framework mod tool - Thanks O.M.J
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[ROM] Base sense stock rooted rom [1.0] [HTC stock] 07/29/11
[DEV-ROM]Stock EU_1.20.402.1 for porting [GB 2.3.4]
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3D Homescreen Setting > Display
4 In 1 Reboot Menu
init.d Support
More Quick Settings
EPST from EVO 4G<---- EPST v2.1 from the Evo4g. From Froyo need confirmation if it works.
CRT on/off animation
Talk with video
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Overscroll Glow Color
Modified HTCCamera - Panorama/HDR/Burst
4 In 1 Reboot Menu
GPU Acceleration
Unlimited tabs in browser
MMS size limit change
Hotspot Unlock
How to make Sense ROMs show 1X/3G Properly - Thanks O.M.J
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EXT4 Optimization
RAM optimization
SD card speed
dalvik heap change
Tweaking Adreno Config
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Smali & XML Edits/Tweaks
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If no threads are found can link to pastebin or paste2
Im still trying to track down most of the resources, if you know where any are please let me know and i will add or update the links as necessary.
Any devs that want me to add a link to their mod that people are using in cooking roms please again let me know i will add it.
Fantastic idea and fantastic thread. Exactly what I've been looking for
Awesome resource thread. Kudos to you, sir!
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J.eremy said:
It seems to me that there is some information missing from the developer section here at XDA allowing newcomers to find out more stuff about the modifications that are going into the roms as they come flying out of the oven.
This also makes it harder for new chefs to locate and include these things into their own roms. I have cooked a few roms in my time developing and it always took more time to track down these things than to modify the rom to my liking.
My goal for this thread is to put as much information in easy to follow links to the original threads that go back to whoever created the cool things we have in to roms today.....
......Im still trying to track down most of the resources, if you know where any are please let me know and i will add or update the links as necessary.
Any devs that want me to add a link to their mod that people are using in cooking roms please again let me know i will add it.
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Man... this is epic. Many thanks.
Damn...damn....hell yea!!!!
Thank you a ton for this.
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Very nice...thank you OP!
Thank you so much! So many resources and guides to pull from, it really makes a big difference. ,
Well done J.eremy.
I've said this before. Too often we don't share the how-to's on a particular mod.
Keeping track of the different mods out there and the how-to implementations is really important. (smali, xml edits)
Thanks for doing this This will certainly encourage me to document some of the stuff I add so others can make use of it too.
Nice work
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A lot of those links go to EVO 4g pages. I didn't try any of them but sending people there blindly may cause some inadvertent problems (people won't know better and flash things not meant for their phone).
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A lot of those links go to EVO 4g pages. I didn't try any of them but sending people there blindly may cause some inadvertent problems (people won't know better and flash things not meant for their phone).
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This is for people wanting to develop. A lot of the links go right to android developers. If your that clueless to flash something from an entirely different phone then there isn't much anyone can do for you.
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fernando sor said:
This is for people wanting to develop. A lot of the links go right to android developers. If your that clueless to flash something from an entirely different phone then there isn't much anyone can do for you.
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10chaaar
very nice thread! it's good to share knowledge, this is what the community is all about!
Here is a couple nice tools/guides to add to OP:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1193149
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1200161
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1200143
Thanks OP, nice job on this!
fernando sor said:
This is for people wanting to develop. A lot of the links go right to android developers. If your that clueless to flash something from an entirely different phone then there isn't much anyone can do for you.
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Right, which is exactly what I said... The OP needs to say this clearly that these things aren't to be flashed. Yes, I read it; yes, I know it says it's not a guide for flashing ROMs; it does NOT saying not to flash these things.
I know a lot aren't dumb enough to blindly flash things but there are a lot who trust the things people post and will flash no matter what. Why be cynical when a simple line of text could save someone the headache down the line?
As long as the mods work exactly the same on EVO 3D and the implementation is the same I see no harm in linking to threads in EVO 4G.
If the mods are completely different and not relevant on the 3D, I'd say remove them to reduce confusion.
Just my 2 cents.
Good to see everyone collaborating and helping each other out
Great thread bro. Much needed.
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O.M.J said:
very nice thread! it's good to share knowledge, this is what the community is all about!
Here is a couple nice tools/guides to add to OP:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1193149
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1200161
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1200143
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Thanks bro. Just what I was looking for.
If anyone needs anything, I will help when I can. Just pm me.
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rstuckmaier said:
Right, which is exactly what I said... The OP needs to say this clearly that these things aren't to be flashed. Yes, I read it; yes, I know it says it's not a guide for flashing ROMs; it does NOT saying not to flash these things.
I know a lot aren't dumb enough to blindly flash things but there are a lot who trust the things people post and will flash no matter what. Why be cynical when a simple line of text could save someone the headache down the line?
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i just dont see how you can find something negative in this post. its not even mods mostly but tutorials and links that lead to googles developer website. you know where actual developing is displayed and taught? no matter how clear you make something some one is going to bork their phone because they didnt read the instructions. believe me about half my posts are asking poeple to read the op.
not trying to flame. just think its a good thread post
FAQs - Massive Question Round Up Thread for Jewel
፨ INTRODUCTION ፨
Hello! So you got your awesome flashy new phone but you have a million questions to ask. Maybe it's your first Android phone. Maybe you're late to the party. Maybe you forgot everything you know.
It's okay. This thread will help you. This thread is not to discourage you from posting a new one but simply to save you time in case your question has been answered but buried over time.
This thread will also help the forum stay fresh and clutter free. However if your question was not answered here, feel free to start your own.
፨ IMPORTANT ፨
There are some things to keep in mind before reading this thread:
It is impossible to gather all knowledge on this device, therefore this thread will always be incomplete. Please keep in mind that if something is not answered here it does not mean it wasn't elsewhere on the forum. Search before posting.
All of the questions/issues have been researched in depth and a source will be given if applicable. However, there is always a chance some of the information is wrong. Please only attempt a fix if you're comfortable doing so.
This thread will get quite long over time, I recommend you Ctrl+F (or equivalent) and search by keyword.
If you have any suggestions or want to submit a question/answer, PLEASE do so. It makes keeping this updated easier and lets the community participate. Credit will be given.
፨ FAQs ፨
Q: How do I root and/or unlock my bootloader?
A: bigdaddy619 has a guide that will take you from stock to having an unlocked bootloader, custom recovery and root access. His guide is located here.
Q: Is there a dev S-OFF method?
A: There are currently three methods to obtain S-OFF. One is unlimited.IO's method, DirtyRacun , the other one is Facepalm by jcase and beaups. If you are running 3.16.651.3 use Moonshine by fuses, beaups, and hyuh. Finally, if you're on 3.17.651.4 use rumrunner by beaups and fuses. Thanks to bigdaddy619 for informing me about Moonshine and rumrunner.
Q: I ran HTCDev unlock/S-OFF but now when I boot I get a disclaimer in red letters by HTC, can I get rid of it?
A: Indeed. regaw_leinad made a zip to run through your Bootloader that gets rid of the red disclaimer text. Check out his thread here.
Q: I'm rooted, can I still take OTA updates?
A: While it will not cause harm to your device you will lose root and all apps dependant on it will cease to function. It is recommended to wait until until a stock rooted version that can be flashed through recovery becomes available.
Q: I'm new to Android and I'm overwhelmed with all these terms, what an Hboot? What's a recovery or AOSP or a Nandroid? I'm completely lost. Help!
A: Relax, don't panic. om4 has you covered. He made a thread covering everything you need to know. Find it here.
Q: Will unlocking/rooting void my warranty?
A: Rooting and unlocking your bootloader is considered tampering your phone and can void your warranty. That being said, rooting is completely reversible and undetectable once done. If you unlock through HTC's unlocker it will void PARTS of your warranty with HTC and add a 'unlocked' tag to your bootloader.
Q: Is there a way to make it appear as though I never unlocked my bootloader?
A: If you are S-OFF, then regaw_leinad wrote a guide located here that will give you detailed instructions to get your phone back to S-ON and revert the ***LOCKED*** flag in the bootloader.
Q: I see guides telling me to do a battery pull or my phone is stuck. Do I have to open up my phone to battery pull? Thanks to poison1916.
A: Of course not. Simply press and hold the power button for 10 seconds. You will see the capacitive buttons flash and then your phone will restart as if you did a battery pull on devices with a removable battery.
Q: What is the difference between root, S-OFF and an unlocked bootloader?
A: regaw_leinad made an in depth post here. If you have time, read it -- you will learn a lot. Otherwise here's the summed up version:
S-OFF allows complete control over your device, it will grant you access to all NAND protected partitions on your device.
Unlocked Bootloader (through the HTCDev unlock) is a "lite" version of S-OFF, it will allow you to flash a recovery and through it, a custom ROM. Zips that are attempted to be flashed through the bootloader will still need to come from HTC. UPDATE: Newer Hboot versions limit what can be done through the bootloader, please exercise caution when updating your Hboot version.
Root is not related to the NAND partitions at all, instead it grants you complete control over the OS (Android) itself. It will let you write and edit any file you wish. This lets you run apps like Titanium Backup and Adblock that need to either access or edit system files.
Q: Will all kernels work with all ROMs?
A: No. Sense-based kernels will only work with Sense based ROMs and non-Sense (Cyanogenmod, AOKP, etc.) will only work with non-Sense kernels. It is also important to note that kernels built for one version of Android will usually not work on others. Read the OP of the kernel you wish to flash to make sure it is compatible with your ROM.
Q: Why is multitasking so aggressive? My apps are being killed off quickly.
A: HTC has stated that this is working as they intended (source). Most ROMs have addressed this issue and you should receive better multitasking while running them. For default Android multitasking, consider using a non-Sense ROM like CyanogenMOD or AOKP.
Q: My data connection is slow or it disconnects and roams randomly, any fix?
A: This doesn't have one concrete answer since there are multiple reasons why data connections are acting up. Sprint could be doing maintenance to a tower near you, call them and verify. It is also possible that the connection at your location simply is not good, there is nothing that can be done in this situation. If you know that your connection should be better or your phone is randomly acting up a solution is to re provision your phone. You can go to a Sprint store and ask a tech to do it for you or follow my instructions here. Failing all that, your phone could have a hardware problem.
Q: My proximity sensor is not acting normally, is my unit defective?
A: First of all, make sure that your screen protector does not cover up your sensor. If that is not your issue you can do a proximity sensor test by launching your dialer and typing *#*#3424#*#* this will launch HTC's test menu and you can test your proximity sensor there to determine if it's working properly. Some ROMs remove the test menu, if using the dialer code does not work, flash a stock ROM.
Q: Google Wallet say my device is not supported, why?
A: This is a normal message that shows if you are rooted. wwjoshdew made a post and video here demonstrating Wallet working despite the unsupported message. It is safe to ignore.
Q: Wallet tells me my secure element is not responding, how do I fix this?
A: There is no known fix except to get a new device. Reports from other phones that run Wallet and ran across this error (HTC One X, Galaxy Nexus, etc.) say that the only way to have Wallet functionality again is to get a new device. I have a thread started here that will give more information as well as educate you on what not to do with your replacement device. UPDATE: While there is nothing that can be done for phones with a broken secure element, this should no longer occur with the newer version of Wallet.
Q: If my secure element is not working, can I still use NFC?
A: Yes. If you are okay with not using Wallet then there is no need to replace your device as stated above. A secure element error will only bar you from using secure apps (only Wallet at the moment) but NFC is still fully functional.
Q: Does a 64GB micro SD card work on our phones?
A: Yes. There are a couple of users in this thread confirming that it works.
Q: Where can I find missing apps from HTC like Flashlight and Notes?
A: Flashlight can be found in the HTC hub. If you no longer have the HTC hub app, downsouthballa posted it here. The notes app cannot be found in the Hub but puertoblack2003 ported it over and can be found on his thread.
Q: How can I change what app opens certain links/actions?
A: Due to a patent dispute by Apple, HTC has changed the way certain links are handled, basic apps like SMS and browser can be selected by going to settings> app associations and selecting the default app. Most ROMs have restored original functionality, however if you are still running stock steal25 made a mod located here.
Q: How can I change which shortcuts show on the default lockscreen?
A: The default HTC lockscreen will show the icons that are placed on the default launcher's dock. Simply put the apps you want there and it will reflect on your lockscreen.
Q: Why are my pictures smaller than 8MP?
A: This is done by default with the camera to 'fit' the pictures you take to your screen without having you zoom in. It crops the top and bottom part of your photos to make them widescreen instead of the default 4:3 ratio. To fix this simply launch your camera app and touch the settings icon> Camera options> Widescreen (untick).
Q: Why are my pictures saved to the internal phone storage and how can I force it to save to the SD card?
A: When you first launched your camera app (assuming you had an SD card in) it should have asked you if you wanted to save to the SD card. Either way, the problem is easily fixed within the camera settings or by going to Settings> Storage> App storage locations and choosing Storage card for each option.
Q: What's with the black bar with three dots on certain apps?
A: That is the menu button, since HTC did not add a hardware button Android automatically fixes the issue by placing an onscreen button. This shouldn't show up on apps that are updated for ICS, however. If you have an unlocked bootloader runandhide05 made a mod that remaps your hardware keys and gets rid of the on screen bar. Check out his thread here. Some ROMs already have a way to remap hardware keys, in that case this mod is not needed.
Q: Why can't I set different volume levels for ringtones and notifications?
A: This is not a device issue, rather an OS issue. ICS "links" the notification and ringtone volumes into one. Some people have found that using Volume Control + from the Play Store fixes the problem (but you do have to set the volumes within the app).
Q: Is it possible to charge my device while using the kickstand?
A: Yes the kickstand can support the phone's weight on either orientation. Take a look at this image.
Q: I can't send pictures using Android Beam, I touch both phones together and it makes the 'link' sound and vibrates but then nothing happens, is something wrong?
A: NFC is not intended for large amounts of data to transfer through it. It would take too long (about 2.5 minutes for an 8MB picture). It's only meant for text transfer which in turn can prompt the phone to do other things such as sharing contact cards, webpage links, market apps and such. UPDATE: The Jellybean update has expanded on this functionality, it now allows you to initiate a picture/video transfer if you tap two devices together. To get around the above issue when Beam detects that you want to send over a picture/video it will automatically turn on bluetooth, pair the devices, send the data and turn off bluetooth.
Q: How do I take a screenshot?
A: Hold down the power button and press the home button on the stock ROM. Some ROMs might change this, consult with your ROM's dev.
Q: I'm getting horrible battery life and my phone will not go into deep sleep while I'm on Wi-Fi?
A: This problem is easily corrected by disabling "Best Wi-Fi Performance" under Wi-Fi settings.
Q: Certain games/apps that require multi touch will not work correctly. Is our phone capable of multitouch?
A: Yes our phone is capable of detecting multiple screen touches. By default the phone ships with a setting that only detects 2 inputs for apps and 3 for sense. Go into Settings> Display and turn HTC Gestures off. I made a video demonstrating what happens with the setting on and off: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w38TwrLu90w
Q: I did the above fix but I am still having multitouch issues at times, did I do something wrong?
A: If you have a third party lockscreen, such as Widgetlocker or Go Locker, some people have reported issues with multitouch. You have to enable "Retain System Keyguard" Widgetlocker has this setting under Advanced. Once you apply both fixes install a multitouch test app from the market and test your phone. It should be able to handle ten points simultaneously.
Q: Is there a way to move application data (such as huge game files) to the SD Card instead of the phone storage?
A: The best way to do this is to swap the mount point between your internal storage and your SD card. This tricks the phone into thinking that your SD card is the storage that came with the phone and will automatically store everything there. For Sense you can download a flashable zip on maxdamage2122's thread. If you are running CM10 then check out this other thread by maxdamage2122.
Q: What's the best ROM for me? I want a mod that does X, Y, or Z where can I find it?
A: djR3Z keeps a great updated list of all the different resources for our phones. His thread is located here.
Q: NFC doesn't work when my screen is off or locked, is it broken?
A: By default NFC will not work when your screen is turn off or your phone is locked. However, there is a mod by StephanSch which lets you use NFC with the screen off or on your lockscreen (or both) his thread is here.
Q: Why does my camera open slower when I use the physical camera button?
A: It is unknown exactly why, but speculation seems to be that adding a delay to launching the app from the hardware button will prevent the camera from turning on accidentally in your pocket and wasting battery. If you still want to take quick pictures without unlocking your phone, set a camera shortcut on your lockscreen (also works on third party ones like Widgetlocker) and then simply 'unlock' to the app, it will instantly launch the camera.
Q: What is NFC? What can I do with it?
A: NFC stands for near field communications and it allows our devices to communicate with other devices and objects through a radio frequency. This could mean anything from pairing two devices together, transferring small amounts of data or executing a task or event. For example you can use NFC tags to toggle wi fi on or off when you are home. Check out this thread to see what apps to use and where to purchase tags.
Q: Does our phone have a RGB LED?
A: No. HTC is still only providing their newer phones with a green/amber LED. So applications that let you customize the 'color' of the LED won't fully work as blue is missing which is a primary color (for additive combinations, like light) required to make all other colors.
Q: Can we pair Wii motes or other bluetooth controllers?
A: Yes. The stock ROM works out of the box and sense based ROMs using HTC's newest bluetooth stack will work as well.
Q: I ran the RUU 3.15.651.16 but my ROM/radios did not update only my HBOOT did, how can I fix this?
A: First of all, if you are just reading over this thread and haven't actually RAN this RUU, then do NOT do it. If you want jellybean then just flash a stock Jellybean ROM. Now then, if you are having this issue, rollerpig has a potential fix in his thread located here.
Q: My question isn't answered here, what can I do?
A: Well that depends on what your situation is. Here are a couple of helpful tips, though:
If your question is a general one about the phone (how do I X?) then first SEARCH the forums. Try different key words. If that doesn't answer your question, feel free to make a new thread.
If you require immediate help you can always try dropping in IRC and see if anyone is willing to give you a hand. PLEASE NOTE: IRC is not there to provide 1-on-1 help. People will most likely help, but it is not expected. Don't spam with "PLEASE HELP I BRICKED MY PHONE!". Be courteous and patient.
ur Wifi fix is wrong btw...If your going to do this do it right.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26262473&postcount=292
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ur Wifi fix is wrong btw...If your going to do this do it right.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26262473&postcount=292
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Welp. It slipped by caught it before I could edit it.
Fixed now, thanks.
Just wanted to say thanks for posting this!
Rhis my friends should be stickied all in favor like this post
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AardvarkAttack said:
Just wanted to say thanks for posting this!
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wileout said:
Rhis my friends should be stickied all in favor like this post
Sent from my EVO using xda premium
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I appreciate the support I will continue to update the OP with relevant information and FAQs
Racer Of All said:
Q: Google Wallet say my device is not supported, what gives?
A: This is a normal message that shows if you are rooted. disturb3d1 made a post and video here demonstrating Wallet working despite the unsupported message. Ignore it. If it annoys you too much, unroot.
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You couldn't of said it better! And thanks for mentioning me!
I didn't quote the WHOLE post like noobs do! #winning
Thanks
Thanks for posting. I'm glad to see you're going to keep this updated!!
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You couldn't of said it better! And thanks for mentioning me!
I didn't quote the WHOLE post like noobs do! #winning
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Of course sir, credit where credit is due.
rhayes362 said:
Thanks for posting. I'm glad to see you're going to keep this updated!!
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No problem, glad it was useful
Just realized I forgot to reserve a couple of posts after OP. D'OH.
Posting this to try and reserve another post on the first page, will eventually turn above posts to continuation posts xD
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Great post! BTW, your English usage and grammar are better than most native speakers so you have no need to explain or apologize.
USB Host Mode/OTG
Does anyone know if anyone is working on a kernel fix or custom kernel that will enable USB Host mode?
Might consider adding the "battery pull" press and hold for power button for 10 seconds
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Might consider adding the "battery pull" press and hold for power button for 10 seconds
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Good point! People new to the phone might not know about this thanks for the suggestion.
I have a new EVO 4G LTE and I haven't rooted or done the OTA update yet. If I do the OTA update can I root it using the following method: http://htcevohacks.com/htc-evo-4g-l...tc-evo-4g-lte-unlock-bootloadertwrp-recovery/ ? I need root for using modified apps like Google Maps with Navigation for locked countries. Thanks in advance.
thanks you very much.... for posting this!
ejding said:
thanks you very much.... for posting this!
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Damn Right! that was #11 Post!
4G service on s-off???
does unlocking the device, s-off cause the 4G lte signal no loose its service??
im coming from the motorola photon and when we unlocked the bootloader it wouldnt load wimax service???
thanks
help meanrom installation problem
Hi. I'm new to EVO 4g LTE . I rooted my phone and installed teamwin recovery. But when I downloaded mean Rom 2.9, it got stuck on step " copying flashable zip files to sdcard/meanrom-ICS '. PLZ HELP.
Whoops somehow I unsubscribed from the thread and didn't get notified of posts xD I'm probably too late but I'll reply to the questions anyway:
ArunOnline said:
I have a new EVO 4G LTE and I haven't rooted or done the OTA update yet. If I do the OTA update can I root it using the following method: http://htcevohacks.com/htc-evo-4g-l...tc-evo-4g-lte-unlock-bootloadertwrp-recovery/ ? I need root for using modified apps like Google Maps with Navigation for locked countries. Thanks in advance.
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Rule of thumb is to never take OTAs if you want to root. I recommend you root unlock the bootloader (either HtcDev unlock or S-OFF) and then flash pre-rooted versions of the newer Stock ROM once someone releases a version. This will ensure you keep root forever.
bigslanki said:
does unlocking the device, s-off cause the 4G lte signal no loose its service??
im coming from the motorola photon and when we unlocked the bootloader it wouldnt load wimax service???
thanks
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Nope you will be fine Wimax keys were stored in a different partition back in the OG Evo and the 3D, this is no longer the case with 4G.
Mukrpat said:
Hi. I'm new to EVO 4g LTE . I rooted my phone and installed teamwin recovery. But when I downloaded mean Rom 2.9, it got stuck on step " copying flashable zip files to sdcard/meanrom-ICS '. PLZ HELP.
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Make sure the zip you downloaded is not corrupted, check that the MD5 hash matches if it is provided or simply try to re download the zip. Sometimes it might take a bit longer than expected so just give it some time
Well, that time has come. I feel like our ROM is stable enough that I can finally proide support for it without you guys (unintentionally) clogging up the dev thread.
If you have a question, POST IT HERE. If you want to ask about install issues, how to get into devving, or rabid toasters, POST IT HERE. I am closing off the dev thread now that this is created. If you post there without a constructive helpful comment (I will put up criteria there), you will get yelled at, beaten, and sent to slink back to your hole from whence you came.
Okay, now that that's over, I will be providing support in this thread. I am not mean, scary, nasty, or like to drown puppies for fun, despite what the impression the above may give you. I am actually a very helpful person (as most pre-existing members here will agree), and will try to help you, even if you think it's a stupid question.
One rule here: Search first!
I cannot emphasize how important this is. As I said, I am more than happy to answer questions, but for the love of god please don't post something like "wherez the ICS guyzz, I don;t see it in this thrad, this forum sukks". Please use search first before posting. Thank you, and have a nice day.
Well, have fun, and I will answer any questions you have (even if they don't directly relate to ICS).
Install instructions:
Special thanks to daniel644 for the video and his high praises of me .
Guides (thanks to goldflame for these):
Drm manager
YOU MUST HAVE ROOT IN ORDER TO DO THIS!!!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31201787
Run this in terminal with su permissions
Open terminal Type su Accept the superuser request Follow the code from the post One condition if you reboot you have to repeat the third line of code.
This will fix the market
Here is rooting:
Download tsparky root on your computer from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31067529
Extract the zip plug in your Samsung, turn on USB debugging which can be found in settings-devoloper-usb debugging and run the bat file.
For those of you like me that when you open super user it fcs, here is a guide on how to fix that:
I have rooted, super user won't open now
OK follow theses steps
1) download and install Android commander (Google it)
1a) plug in your device and make sure USB debugging is on
2) open android commander
3) on the right panel go to /system/app and delete super user.apk
4) then go to /system/xbin and delete busybox and su
5) reboot and root again
Worked for me and two other people so it should work for you.
This is a good idea ... hopefully we will see more people pop in here than the dev thread, like to see you guys progress whenever possible and not so much "I need help installing this". I read a few posts of one of your guys requesting people to PM for help but maybe this thread will alleviate that "burden"...
da1writer said:
This is a good idea ... hopefully we will see more people pop in here than the dev thread, like to see you guys progress whenever possible and not so much "I need help installing this". I read a few posts of one of your guys requesting people to PM for help but maybe this thread will alleviate that "burden"...
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Well, answering questions is not a "burden" more than it is something not 100% relevent to our dev thread, which (unfortunately) sometimes gets us off on a tangent. This way, I can help you guys, and we can still be productive in the original thread. Even if your question isn't relevant, pop me a PM, and I will be happy to help you, as long as you have researched first (meaning not stuff like "where's the stock rom"?).
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Well, answering questions is not a "burden" more than it is something not 100% relevent to our dev thread, which (unfortunately) sometimes gets us off on a tangent. This way, I can help you guys, and we can still be productive in the original thread. Even if your question isn't relevant, pop me a PM, and I will be happy to help you, as long as you have researched first (meaning not stuff like "where's the stock rom"?).
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This is simply a suggestion, but maybe you guys could make a skype group, if you guys don't do that already. I guess it's a good thing to post in the dev thread the little updates, but I think a skype may be more convenient.
euphoriaflow said:
This is simply a suggestion, but maybe you guys could make a skype group, if you guys don't do that already. I guess it's a good thing to post in the dev thread the little updates, but I think a skype may be more convenient.
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Between devs yes, we use Gtalk on a daily basis, and has been invaluable in getting work done quickly. It would be interesting to use skype and/or Gtalk for support, although we would need a dedicated account for that (and we are currently locked out of our Nova Gmail account, because we forgot the password ).
Not trolling here, but just wondering. Since when did discussion become development? Shouldn't this be in general?
In our one s forums all discussion threads are in the general section.
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Same at the epic 4g touch forums, but to be honest, I don't mind it being here at all. Not too late to move this over there, though.
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hanthesolo said:
Between devs yes, we use Gtalk on a daily basis, and has been invaluable in getting work done quickly. It would be interesting to use skype and/or Gtalk for support, although we would need a dedicated account for that (and we are currently locked out of our Nova Gmail account, because we forgot the password ).
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I do have the pass (I saved them in case we forget it). Also klin, it is considered for general but can be considered like dev too (in the sense of error reporting).
klin1344 said:
Not trolling here, but just wondering. Since when did discussion become development? Shouldn't this be in general?
In our one s forums all discussion threads are in the general section.
Sent from my HTC One S using Tapatalk 2
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This is a subsection of our development thread, and while it may be better placed in general, it is best here, as we remove the chance of people who create accounts just to complain, and we obtain easier access for users. Plus, I believe I may have an idea to put the community to work, I just need to polish it a bit more.
hanthesolo said:
Between devs yes, we use Gtalk on a daily basis, and has been invaluable in getting work done quickly. It would be interesting to use skype and/or Gtalk for support, although we would need a dedicated account for that (and we are currently locked out of our Nova Gmail account, because we forgot the password ).
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Can't you reset it. Should be easy if you put a recovery email
Sent From My YP-G1 running ICS build 3.5
is this version (3.5) already better than the GB Roms out there? or is it better for domeone like me who likes gaming and music to stay on my current rom until HW and such things are fixed?
btw im using dream Ultra right now because my device makes weird noises when im using other roms
crancpiti said:
is this version (3.5) already better than the GB Roms out there? or is it better for domeone like me who likes gaming and music to stay on my current rom until HW and such things are fixed?
btw im using dream Ultra right now because my device makes weird noises when im using other roms
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I would hold off, but only for a little while longer, there are a few details (market download fix and proper sdcard support) that need to be added into the next ROM build so you don't have to ADB push things or use terminal to enter code after every boot, once those issues are fixed then it should be a good daily. But, if your comfortable and know how to ADB push files and stuff like that then go for it, just remember you WILL be charging it EVERY night due to the deep sleep bug inherited from the CM7 kernel that was used as the base for our CM9 kernel.
daniel644 said:
I would hold off, but only for a little while longer, there are a few details (market download fix and proper sdcard support) that need to be added into the next ROM build so you don't have to ADB push things or use terminal to enter code after every boot, once those issues are fixed then it should be a good daily. But, if your comfortable and know how to ADB push files and stuff like that then go for it, just remember you WILL be charging it EVERY night due to the deep sleep bug inherited from the CM7 kernel that was used as the base for our CM9 kernel.
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Is it possible to fix that deep sleep bug?
My milestones that need to be crossed for daily usage would be:
H/W Acceleration
SD Card fixed (internal and external)
Deep Sleep
Everything else either has already been added/fixed (Voodoo!!! Beats removed and optional ) or I could wait for (bluetooth, camera, gps).
You guys are doing a great job though, can't wait for the next build to see how you guys are doing.
da1writer said:
Is it possible to fix that deep sleep bug?
My milestones that need to be crossed for daily usage would be:
H/W Acceleration
SD Card fixed (internal and external)
Deep Sleep
Everything else either has already been added/fixed (Voodoo!!! Beats removed and optional ) or I could wait for (bluetooth, camera, gps).
You guys are doing a great job though, can't wait for the next build to see how you guys are doing.
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once oisis gets his sgp 4.0, he can port a 3.0.x kernal and all these will will be fixed.
da1writer said:
Is it possible to fix that deep sleep bug?
My milestones that need to be crossed for daily usage would be:
H/W Acceleration
SD Card fixed (internal and external)
Deep Sleep
Everything else either has already been added/fixed (Voodoo!!! Beats removed and optional ) or I could wait for (bluetooth, camera, gps).
You guys are doing a great job though, can't wait for the next build to see how you guys are doing.
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if/when Oisis gets a 3.0.x kernel up and going (after he gets his player) hopefully the deep sleep bug will be no more, since its a carry over from the CM7 base kernel and if we have a new kernel that should solve that issue, and should get us to where bluetooth, camera and H/W acceleration could all be possible aswell.
Han, while we wait for Oisis to get his player and do his magic can we get one more build that has the fixed vold.fstab to have both internal and external memory working normally without having to ADB push files to the player and the market fix (if there's an easy way to do it)?
daniel644 said:
if/when Oisis gets a 3.0.x kernel up and going (after he gets his player) hopefully the deep sleep bug will be no more, since its a carry over from the CM7 base kernel and if we have a new kernel that should solve that issue, and should get us to where bluetooth, camera and H/W acceleration could all be possible aswell.
Han, while we wait for Oisis to get his player and do his magic can we get one more build that has the fixed vold.fstab to have both internal and external memory working normally without having to ADB push files to the player and the market fix (if there's an easy way to do it)?
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A build with a fixed vold.fstab is possible but for the market fix, this is something related to the initrd that actually needs one more line of code for it to be activated lool.
goldflame09 said:
once oisis gets his sgp 4.0, he can port a 3.0.x kernal and all these will will be fixed.
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Hold up a sec, I'm unsure of the situation a bit here... does oisis HAVE a Samsung Galaxy 4.0?
If not, I'm willing to toss a couple Tens his way (won't mention how much here) with a stipulation. I'm talking about Amazon Credit (which I have alot of) here... An Amazon gift card (via email) would have to be used as Amazon being the purchase website. PM me if there is an interest oisis if this is the case of you not having an actual SGP 4.0 ...
Edit: Ok, I just read that oisis actually did order one from China (?) but if it takes too long I'm still willing to help money wise if needed for any of these great 4.0 devs here developing the ICS rom
zaclimon said:
A build with a fixed vold.fstab is possible but for the market fix, this is something related to the initrd that actually needs one more line of code for it to be activated lool.
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OK then, a build with fixed vold.fstab and a file browser like the free ES File explorer so I can sideload my apps.
daniel644 said:
OK then, a build with fixed vold.fstab and a file browser like the free ES File explorer so I can sideload my apps.
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A file explorer? I think I will just fix the kernel so that the drmserver can work on boot. As for the vold.fstab, I cleaned all my repo so it will take a long time before I can get one, I will get it more presumably on the weekend.
zaclimon said:
A file explorer? I think I will just fix the kernel so that the drmserver can work on boot. As for the vold.fstab, I cleaned all my repo so it will take a long time before I can get one, I will get it more presumably on the weekend.
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Yeah a file explorer (file browser) so I can access the LEGALLY obtained .apk's I've collected from the developers websites, to install them. for whatever reason there is NO file browser app in this CM9.
Q&A for PACman ruby
kuzibri said:
[SIZE=+3]This thread has been created strictly for [/SIZE]
[SIZE=+3]Questions & Troubleshooting[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+2]Specific to "PACman Ruby"[/SIZE]
[4.3.1] PACman [Source Build]
[SIZE=+2]This thread has been created for people to share issues, questions and help [/SIZE]
[SIZE=+2]while using this version of "[4.3.1] PACman [Source Build]"[/SIZE]
[ROM][11/DEC/13][UNOFFICIAL][4.3.1] PACman [Source Build]
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thanks to kuzibri for the quotes
Q&A FAQ
kuzibri said:
FAQ
Q Why a special Q&T Thread for a specific ROM??
A The bigger a ROM development thread gets, the greater the chance that posts are being placed in this thread that are not related to the ROM development itself, e.g. problems with flashing, installation, bugs, things not working etc. However this is understandable, it's not according to the guidelines of XDA for Development sections. Therefore the main goals of the ROM specific Q&T threads is to avoid this cluttering of the original develpment thread with these OT posts by redirecting the posters to the ROM specific Q&T thread and also to relieve the developer from answering these post, so he can dedicate his time to developing.
Q How to move my post to the Q&A/T thread?
A Copy the text of your post in the dev's thread, got to the Q&A/T thread and paste it there. After having done that, go back to the dev's thread, edit your post and change the text into: moved to Q&A/T thread, preferably accompanied with a link to this thread.
Q When I'm asked to move my post to the Q#A/T thread, do I have to do that?
A When you're asked to move your post, there will always be given an explanation by the OP of the Q&A/T, e.g. your post is not development related (f.i. SD card problems, etc), so please be so kind to move your post. If you want to help the dev to keep his original thread as clean as possible from OT posts, then the answer is, of course, YES. Although we cannot force you to move your post, it's highly recommended to do so
Q Where can I download this ROM and How do I install?
A You can find the link to download and installation instructions HERE. Pay close attention to this post, everything required for a successful flash is listed right here. If you fail to follow the instructions or meet the requirements for installation, you could run into some problems.
Q What are the known issues with these ROM's?
A See THE Developer's thread:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2520978
Q How’s battery life?
A I see this question asked repeatedly across all ROMS. Honestly there is no way to give you an answer based on a ROM. There are too many variables in question and results vary from user to user and device to device. Battery life is going to depend on age and condition of your battery, your use habits with your device, installed apps, tweaks, settings, etc...
Q How do I...
A Ask your questions and report your issues in this thread. You will receive a response and hopefully get you back up and running this ROM to it's fullest
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Q&A
kuzibri said:
"Hi dear followers of this ROM,
in this post I will explain the goal of this specific thread created for this ROM with the permission of the Developer of this specific ROM.
This is a statement made in the Q&A/T template thread:
"While our forum has slowly been morphing, the one area we would like to keep original is Development
The goal is to alleviate the OT banter that occurs within any rom. While the XDA forum continues to grow, we need to help users work within the guidelines created by XDA. Over the last couple of years the average rom being created, has become a free for all chat thread. There tends to be much infighting and mod/developer cleaning.
The idea of this template is to create a Questions and Answers for each rom. This is in no way asking for Development to be moved here, rather any and all conversation that is non Development related to your conjoined Q&A."
This means that non-development related posts, should be posted - with the permission of the Dev - in this thread. What are the most common Off Topic posts, that should be posted in this Q&A/T thread?
1. Battery life related posts
2. Will this app work with this ROM
3. SD Card related problems
4. How do I dowmload and install this ROM, etc, etc
Hope to have given you enough information,
kindest regards, Kuzibri
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My Bug List
I am posting my bug list in order to help with the ongoing development of PAC ROM 4.3.1 for the HTC Amaze 4G. :fingers-crossed:
I am having issues with WIFI, as it will not recognize my home network. I must mention that the network is hidden, and I must add it manually to the phone. In addition, while using mobile data, I am unable to attain 4G, as 3G is as far as I can get. Also, USB Debug mode is laggy, and battery drains at a ridiculous speed. I have placed my specs below.
T-Mobile US
Unlocked Bootloader
Recovery: 4EXT
ROM: pac_ruby_4.3.Build-1_20131211-204642
SuperSU
GAPPS: pa_gapps-full-4.3-20131102-signed
S-ON
Lizzdmc said:
I am posting my bug list in order to help with the ongoing development of PAC ROM 4.3.1 for the HTC Amaze 4G. :fingers-crossed:
I am having issues with WIFI, as it will not recognize my home network. I must mention that the network is hidden, and I must add it manually to the phone. In addition, while using mobile data, I am unable to attain 4G, as 3G is as far as I can get. Also, USB Debug mode is laggy, and battery drains at a ridiculous speed. I have placed my specs below.
T-Mobile US
Unlocked Bootloader
Recovery: 4EXT
ROM: pac_ruby_4.3.Build-1_20131211-204642
SuperSU
GAPPS: pa_gapps-full-4.3-20131102-signed
S-ON
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Replace build.prop from this system.zip attached to pac_ruby_4.3.Build-1_20131211-204642.zip > system
reboot into recovery, wipe cache data/factory reset(or format all partitions except sd card in 4ext), flash the ROM again and gapps, wipe cache again, reboot your phone
this should fix the data acquisition(it did for evervolv 4.3 ruby), I tested myself for EDGE, can't test for 3G or 4G not available in my area
I removed
Code:
ro.telephony.ril_class=HTCQualcommRIL
ro.telephony.ril.v3=skipbrokendatacall
and added
Code:
ro.telephony.default_network=0
DEVICE_PROVISIONED=1
ro.ril.fast.dormancy.rule=1
according to evervolv 4.3 ruby
http://review.evervolv.com/#/c/9374/1//COMMIT_MSG
http://review.evervolv.com/#/c/9374/1/system.prop
this wouldn't be possible without evervolv team and jeepers007 all credit goes to him fixed in latest build thanks to jose, no need to replace anymore
Also settings > Wifi > menu button > Advanced > unchecking all options here(network notification, scanning always available, avoid poor connections, Wifi optimization) should fix Wifi connecting to your home network.
USB debugging has been laggy for me too and battery drains in debugging mode because it's using more power than what it gets... try to refrain charging with usb, use original charger should fix the battery drain if your getting any...
incapable86 said:
Replace build.prop from this system.zip attached to pac_ruby_4.3.Build-1_20131211-204642.zip > system
reboot into recovery, wipe cache data/factory reset(or format all partitions except sd card in 4ext), flash the ROM again and gapps, wipe cache again, reboot your phone
this should fix the data acquisition(it did for evervolv 4.3 ruby), I tested myself for EDGE, can't test for 3G or 4G not available in my area
I removed
Code:
ro.telephony.ril_class=HTCQualcommRIL
ro.telephony.ril.v3=skipbrokendatacall
and added
Code:
ro.telephony.default_network=0
DEVICE_PROVISIONED=1
ro.ril.fast.dormancy.rule=1
according to evervolv 4.3 ruby
http://review.evervolv.com/#/c/9374/1//COMMIT_MSG
http://review.evervolv.com/#/c/9374/1/system.prop
this wouldn't be possible without evervolv team and jeepers007 all credit goes to him
Also settings > Wifi > menu button > Advanced > unchecking all options here(network notification, scanning always available, avoid poor connections, Wifi optimization) should fix Wifi connecting to your home network.
USB debugging has been laggy for me too and battery drains in debugging mode because it's using more power than what it gets... try to refrain charging with usb, use original charger should fix the battery drain if your getting any...
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Thanks for the information. I will give it a try.
some info
i have bluetooth a2dp working properly with my computer (win7) using the following program http://www.filedropper.com/btw6209700
and the "car music connector" app from play store.
i know its a common problem for us to use full features and test bluetooth connection with our computers.
i found the link above and it gave my computer full bluetooth capabilities even with my generic USB BT dongle
A couple bugs to report here too
Big thanks for this ROM. I just installed yesterday after getting my Amaze back as my daily phone, so not fully tested, but also pretty much out of the box settings.
Having a couple odd glitches...my stats are below.
T-Mobile US
Unlocked Bootloader
Recovery: 4EXT
ROM: pac_ruby_4.3.1 JLS36I
SuperSU
GAPPS: pa_gapps-full-4.3-20131102-signed
S-ON
Battery drain is pretty rough, but I'll give it a few days to even out & get my settings in place to minimize.
About half the time I turn phone on & unlock it to the home screen, all my icons are gone....If I go to apptray and then back to home screen they redraw. ... Any idea how/why? THIS is more and more annoying as I use.
My big issue at the moment is that the email app won't open emails...they're they, but when I try to pick one to read it, 100% of the time it crashes. I've tried the force stop / clear cache, etc. to no avail. THOUGHTS? SHould I try booting into recovery, wipe cache & reinstall GAPPS?
EDIT: This has fixed itself with me playing with some settings!
One other odd "bug" I can't seem to fix is the weather app on the homescreen won't display in F ... always in Celcius. Luckily I can do the math pretty quick in head, so not a huge issue, just an annoyance.
I've not messed with tethering or bluetooth yet.
Don't seem to have any data delays & don't have any problems with WiFi either.
Looks good all around. If I can fix the email app issue, I could live with the odd glitch with homescreen icons.
@tbonezx11
1. Battery drain is pretty much normal, you've just installed the ROM, it will take few days to settle up.
2. This is an issue with Trebuchet launcher, I'm trying to find a solution myself, only workaround at the moment is to use another launcher.
3. I have no crashes with Gmail or Y! Mail app, EDIT; didn't see you got it fixed.
4. This is not a bug, Drag and Remove the clock and weather widget. Go to menu > widgets search for cLock and drag it back to home screen, cLock settings will open up select Weather panel and uncheck use Metric and touch right sign up 2x Done, now it will show up as Fahrenheit. Hope you enjoy the ROM thanks to Jose.
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Hi friends
How do enable USB OTG this rom?
Sent by htc amaze _4G using Tapatalk
ROM : PACman 4.3.1
recovery : 4EXT
Amaze doesn't support OTG cable at all ... I've tried almost all romS!
the only issue is the bad battery drain, even after charging the phone with the plug charger it eats up battery like crazy. any other solutions to this?
thelordofkings97 said:
Amaze doesn't support OTG cable at all ... I've tried almost all romS!
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In 2012, OTG was not working using OTG USB Helper [root] app from play store:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30498672&postcount=2
OTG USB Helper [root]:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.shajul.usbotg&hl=en
Kernels are different now, so it "might" work. One can try it.
It may not work ...
How to sync calender with FaceBook?
thelordofkings97 said:
It may not work ...
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Well maybe you'll be the one to find out if it does.
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Librastar said:
How to sync calender with FaceBook?
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That is a clever and relevant question. Ask it at google.com.
just bought the htc amaze 4g used off of ebay. took me a while to understand why standard troubleshooting wasn't applicable to my phone before i realized it came preloaded with this custom rom. now that i get it, i'm really liking the usability and interface, but i am noticing a few things that may or may not be caused by it:
1. terrible battery life. i've seen this mentioned a lot on here - got the battery doctor app which seems to help a lot, and i hear this tends to be a problem for the amaze no matter which operating system is running.
2. the camera/video shutter buttons on the side do not function at all. they're supposed to launch the camera and take the picture, but they do nothing. bummed about this because they were part of what i liked about the phone.
3. can't connect to the mobile hotspot. have to troubleshoot this more extensively, though.
4. poor reception, not getting 4g speeds. they're part of my plan, are offered in my area, and are picked up by other phones in the same location and on the same network. t-mobile couldn't figure out why i wasn't getting them, so not sure if this is the fault of the phone?
otherwise pretty happy with it, so far! hopefully if any of these bugs are the fault of the rom, they can be fixed in the near future.
dangwhatno said:
just bought the htc amaze 4g used off of ebay. took me a while to understand why standard troubleshooting wasn't applicable to my phone before i realized it came preloaded with this custom rom. now that i get it, i'm really liking the usability and interface, but i am noticing a few things that may or may not be caused by it:
1. terrible battery life. i've seen this mentioned a lot on here - got the battery doctor app which seems to help a lot, and i hear this tends to be a problem for the amaze no matter which operating system is running.
2. the camera/video shutter buttons on the side do not function at all. they're supposed to launch the camera and take the picture, but they do nothing. bummed about this because they were part of what i liked about the phone.
3. can't connect to the mobile hotspot. have to troubleshoot this more extensively, though.
4. poor reception, not getting 4g speeds. they're part of my plan, are offered in my area, and are picked up by other phones in the same location and on the same network. t-mobile couldn't figure out why i wasn't getting them, so not sure if this is the fault of the phone?
otherwise pretty happy with it, so far! hopefully if any of these bugs are the fault of the rom, they can be fixed in the near future.
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At this point in time none of the after-market ROMs newer than those based on the last HTC ICS builds are fully functional. All have some type of issues whether they be camera, WiFi tethering, or bluetooth related. Unfortunately, this severely limits your choices if you desire to utilize all of your handset's functions.
If this is what you're looking for, then check out the various ROMs which are based on the stock ICS w/ sense. There are several and all are reliable. Check out the Dev threads and the info in the Amaze Wiki page for more details. Good luck and welcome to the forums.