My wife's RAZR has been a lot less reliable ever since the last OTA.
I have rooted her stock 4.1.2 RAZR to get a good backup, and installed SafeStrap3.
I am looking for a ROM option to replace her stock 4.1.2 ROM, BUT ... it has to be a lot more stable than the current stock ROM. The first time that her phone has a random reboot, freezes, or drains her battery in 6 hours, she won't let me touch her phone again.
For whatever reason, her Motorola phone is a lot less reliable than my Galaxy S3. My GS3 can run for months without a hiccup.
Does anybody have a suggestion for a good, reliable RAZR ROM that I can load on her phone? Stability and good battery life are much more important than the running the latest KitKat beta build, so even a suggestion for a solid RAZR ROM from months ago would be appreciated.
Thanks!
¿GJ?
¿GotJazz? said:
My wife's RAZR has been a lot less reliable ever since the last OTA.
I have rooted her stock 4.1.2 RAZR to get a good backup, and installed SafeStrap3.
I am looking for a ROM option to replace her stock 4.1.2 ROM, BUT ... it has to be a lot more stable than the current stock ROM. The first time that her phone has a random reboot, freezes, or drains her battery in 6 hours, she won't let me touch her phone again.
For whatever reason, her Motorola phone is a lot less reliable than my Galaxy S3. My GS3 can run for months without a hiccup.
Does anybody have a suggestion for a good, reliable RAZR ROM that I can load on her phone? Stability and good battery life are much more important than the running the latest KitKat beta build, so even a suggestion for a solid RAZR ROM from months ago would be appreciated.
Thanks!
¿GJ?
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Try this one http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2260951
I think that your wife will be happy,this is stable rom with good battery life.
Here are some screenshots.
welder73 said:
Try this one http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2260951
I think that your wife will be happy,this is stable rom with good battery life.
Here are some screenshots.
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i just wanted to suggest the ARTMOD.
good call! i confirm it can run on solid 50hrs+ with light usage.
Thanks, guys! I'll check out ArtMod.
Another thought crossed my mind: Is there a way to go back to the full 98.72.16.XT912.Verizon.en.US ROM (The one before the last OTA)? My wife seemed very satisfied with that one - At least it was more stable than the current release.
I would need to disable OTA updates if I went that route, I suspect.
Thanks,
¿GJ?
¿GotJazz? said:
Thanks, guys! I'll check out ArtMod.
Another thought crossed my mind: Is there a way to go back to the full 98.72.16.XT912.Verizon.en.US ROM (The one before the last OTA)? My wife seemed very satisfied with that one - At least it was more stable than the current release.
I would need to disable OTA updates if I went that route, I suspect.
Thanks,
¿GJ?
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No, You cannot downgrade once updated.
Also, I'd like to mention that most stable/best/reliable ROM/Kernel kinda threads are not allowed on xda-developers(Please refer the rules sticky). So refrain yourself from asking that.
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No, You cannot downgrade once updated.
Also, I'd like to mention that most stable/best/reliable ROM/Kernel kinda threads are not allowed on xda-developers(Please refer the rules sticky). So refrain yourself from asking that.
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chill out
neo.ank said:
No, You cannot downgrade once updated.
Also, I'd like to mention that most stable/best/reliable ROM/Kernel kinda threads are not allowed on xda-developers(Please refer the rules sticky). So refrain yourself from asking that.
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Sorry neo.ank - I certainly was not intending on violating any forum rules.
Regarding going back to an earlier RAZR ROM, I know that I can't "downgrade" - but, that wasn't exactly the question. What I am wondering is if there is a way to go back to an earlier version by installing the "98.72.16.XT912.Verizon.en.US" ROM into one of the slots in SafeStrap? I can't seem to find a copy of that ROM - I only found a copy of the OTA upgrade patch file. I may need a number of ROMs/patches to get to the previous version. But, I would also need to make sure I don't lose SafeStrap in the process, or her phone would get bricked - followed closely by me getting bricked ... and panned ... and potted ... and rolling pinned ... :silly:
¿GotJazz? said:
Sorry neo.ank - I certainly was not intending on violating any forum rules.
Regarding going back to an earlier RAZR ROM, I know that I can't "downgrade" - but, that wasn't exactly the question. What I am wondering is if there is a way to go back to an earlier version by installing the "98.72.16.XT912.Verizon.en.US" ROM into one of the slots in SafeStrap? I can't seem to find a copy of that ROM - I only found a copy of the OTA upgrade patch file. I may need a number of ROMs/patches to get to the previous version. But, I would also need to make sure I don't lose SafeStrap in the process, or her phone would get bricked - followed closely by me getting bricked ... and panned ... and potted ... and rolling pinned ... :silly:
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You can go back to the firmware version just before the latest OTA update by using Matt's utility (see http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2192467)
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Dwillian said:
You can go back to the firmware version just before the latest OTA update by using Matt's utility (see http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2192467)
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Cool! Thanks!
I am VERY satisfied with using the latest Slimkat ROM.. build 3.2. It is very stable with the included kernel or you could flash the latest JBX kernel. Some have had issues with using JBX.. I have not, it has worked perfectly for me with great battery life and the ability to tweek CPU settings/ governor to your liking. I keep the stock moto in the stock slot and update everything about once a week and Slimkat in slot 1 using the max allowable partition values when I create slot 1. I Used TI backup to backup all my apps/app data, call log, messages onto the SD card, flashed Slimkat and JBX kernel in slot 1. Restored only user apps/data that I use, call log, and messages into Slimkat using TI backup and it has worked flawlessly since then.
The earlier versions had some kinks but they have all been worked out. Wifi, BT, wifi tether, all work perfectly. No crashes, freezes, or forced reboots. I'm paranoid about losing the stock stuff myself (why I keep it backed up and updated in Stock slot), she could do the same if it doesn't work for some reason, but seriously thinking of putting this in my stock slot and only having this one on my phone.
Slimkat build 3.2 - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2410243
JBX kernel - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2223517
PS - get Matt's utility too and save in a safe spot for future use if SHTF and you need to go back for some reason to avoid those pots and pans and rolling pins...
baune7 said:
I am VERY satisfied with using the latest Slimkat ROM.. build 3.2. It is very stable with the included kernel or you could flash the latest JBX kernel. Some have had issues with using JBX.. I have not, it has worked perfectly for me with great battery life and the ability to tweek CPU settings/ governor to your liking. I keep the stock moto in the stock slot and update everything about once a week and Slimkat in slot 1 using the max allowable partition values when I create slot 1. I Used TI backup to backup all my apps/app data, call log, messages onto the SD card, flashed Slimkat and JBX kernel in slot 1. Restored only user apps/data that I use, call log, and messages into Slimkat using TI backup and it has worked flawlessly since then.
The earlier versions had some kinks but they have all been worked out. Wifi, BT, wifi tether, all work perfectly. No crashes, freezes, or forced reboots. I'm paranoid about losing the stock stuff myself (why I keep it backed up and updated in Stock slot), she could do the same if it doesn't work for some reason, but seriously thinking of putting this in my stock slot and only having this one on my phone.
Slimkat build 3.2 - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2410243
JBX kernel - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2223517
PS - get Matt's utility too and save in a safe spot for future use if SHTF and you need to go back for some reason to avoid those pots and pans and rolling pins...
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I'm trying this out myself, so far so good.
My new favorite ROM is LiquidSmooth 3.0. It is by far the best performing ROM I have used.
ivan8r said:
My new favorite ROM is LiquidSmooth 3.0. It is by far the best performing ROM I have used.
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+1 :good:
me too! Slimkat rom + JBX kernel.:good::good:
Aviator 3.09 is based on the stock rom. It is pretty good but not listed on xda. You can google for it.
Flying Jelly is also stock based and very smooth. Google for it also.
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Me too = Slim + JBX!
Some of you may have noticed that there were some problems with the last few JBX builds. I was playing with some newer drivers, new HDMI implementation, etc, etc. But just today I pushed a new build which is really fast, stable and very satisfying power consumption. You might want to check it.
GReetz
Slimkat is veey good because it is very stable that is one of the main reasons a lot of people are on it.
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Thanks, everybody! Very useful responses! I think I am going to look at SlimKat Build 3.2 first ...
I have a few questions:
1) What does the JBX Kernel get me beyond the kernel embedded in SlimKat 3.2? Is it more stable than what comes with SlimKat? Will it let me under voltage to get better battery life?
2) If the more recent versions of JBX are unstable, what version of JBX Kernel should I be using?
Thanks,
AzJazz
¿GotJazz? said:
Thanks, everybody! Very useful responses! I think I am going to look at SlimKat Build 3.2 first ...
I have a few questions:
1) What does the JBX Kernel get me beyond the kernel embedded in SlimKat 3.2? Is it more stable than what comes with SlimKat? Will it let me under voltage to get better battery life?
2) If the more recent versions of JBX are unstable, what version of JBX Kernel should I be using?
Thanks,
AzJazz
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As for JBX I have yet to try the new builds but for me I have been getting right around2 hours screen time without jbx. With I got 1 hour but that was on the 26 build. I will try now with the new builds usually I get around 3 hours screen time with jbx when it works right. You will just have to test it. Also why on slimkat 3.2? I like 4 it seams to work really well I started with slimkat 3.6 nothing lower. But then again I got the newest then. Hope this helps you out.
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im currently on CleanRom GBE 1.7.5 and its ok but i want something better maybe ICS but im not sure. i definitely want more battery life and speed. anyone have suggestions as to which rom i should flash?
Edit: stability would be nice
edward650 said:
im currently on CleanRom GBE 1.7.5 and its ok but i want something better maybe ICS but im not sure. i definitely want more battery life and speed. anyone have suggestions as to which rom i should flash?
Edit: stability would be nice
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IMHO, If you like CleanRom, stay on the one you have now til we get a new ICS leak and see if the kernel issues are fixed or test out the latest CleanRom that allows you to install without updating the firmware on the phone for now.
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im currently on CleanRom GBE 1.7.5 and its ok but i want something better maybe ICS but im not sure. i definitely want more battery life and speed. anyone have suggestions as to which rom i should flash?
Edit: stability would be nice
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I highly recommend rezrom 3.3, super fast, stable, and good battery life. Plus bored has a patch you can flash after so you dont have to update to the new firmware.
go with clean rom ICS its got plenty of tweaks and runs fast!
How long does it take to update the firmware? Is there a one click method or something easy like that and do I need to be connected to the internet? I only ask because the only I can connect is through my phone.
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How long does it take to update the firmware? Is there a one click method or something easy like that and do I need to be connected to the internet? I only ask because the only I can connect is through my phone.
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It's a zip file you install on the phone, the process is detailed here - http://www.scottsroms.com/showthread.php/856-HOW-TO-Prepare-for-CleanROM-4-x-Update
IMHO I wouldn't do this since there are work arounds in place now. Wait til the official update makes it's way out someday...
mjones73 said:
It's a zip file you install on the phone, the process is detailed here - http://www.scottsroms.com/showthread.php/856-HOW-TO-Prepare-for-CleanROM-4-x-Update
IMHO I wouldn't do this since there are work arounds in place now. Wait til the official update makes it's way out someday...
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^^This^^
CleanRom 4.3 using the old firmware patch. No need to upgrade the firmware right now.
But just be aware, the ICS roms have kernels that really suck the battery down when the screen is on. There's a bug that ramps up the CPU to 100% anytime the screen is on. It might be better to just stick with a GB based ROM for right now.
I tried the cleanrom ics it runs real smooth but reverted to my cleanrom BG.some apps that I like are not compatible with ics yet. My suggestion is to try it, without updating the firmware. Remember to make nandroid backup , but you'll have to run the nandroid helper to revert back to a GB Rom.
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If I do update the firmware is there a way to go back like sbf on droid x
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If I do update the firmware is there a way to go back like sbf on droid x
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No, at this time if you update the firmware you cannot revert back to the prior firmware. That is why the best method maybe for you to try an ICS Rom that has a patch that allows you to use that rom without the firmware upgrade. This way if you want to revert back ti Gingerbread you can.
Before making the jump up to ICS, have a play with Ineffabilis.
I'm running CleanROM Kang Tapped
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1586500
It's running wonderfully right now.
I'm on old firmware and I flashed Joel's old firmware patch and have had smooth sailing so far.
thanks for all the replies maybe i can get to it this weekend
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^^This^^
CleanRom 4.3 using the old firmware patch. No need to upgrade the firmware right now.
But just be aware, the ICS roms have kernels that really suck the battery down when the screen is on. There's a bug that ramps up the CPU to 100% anytime the screen is on. It might be better to just stick with a GB based ROM for right now.
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Is this every ICS ROM? I am new to the Rezound, mine comes today, and that is a dealkiller. I think I will try CleanROM Kang Tapped, but any other suggestions?
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I'm running CleanROM Kang Tapped
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1586500
It's running wonderfully right now.
I'm on old firmware and I flashed Joel's old firmware patch and have had smooth sailing so far.
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Can you link the firmware patch? I'm a noob Rezound owner, and I'm thinking I'm going to try CleanROM Kang Tapped like you suggested. I'm just collecting all the tidbits I might need to get started when the phone arrives
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xdadevnube said:
Is this every ICS ROM? I am new to the Rezound, mine comes today, and that is a dealkiller. I think I will try CleanROM Kang Tapped, but any other suggestions?
Can you link the firmware patch? I'm a noob Rezound owner, and I'm thinking I'm going to try CleanROM Kang Tapped like you suggested. I'm just collecting all the tidbits I might need to get started when the phone arrives
Thanks
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The old firmware patch should be in the ROM thread for the ROM you pick. Just check the first post and it should be referenced there.
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The old firmware patch should be in the ROM thread for the ROM you pick. Just check the first post and it should be referenced there.
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The CleanROM Kang Tapped version OP states that it uses the leaked firmware. I was curious what I Am Marino meant by applying an old firmware patch that allows him to keep the old firmware. If I'm correct, he can run newer GB ROMs with older firmware, and doesn't have to worry about running older GB ROMs that require older firmware since he still uses older firmware.
I suppose this may be a superceeded by S-Off, but until then if we flash the leaked firmware, there is no way to go back, right?
My goal is to have a reliable, bug-free, firmware/kernel/ROM combo.
Any thoughts?
Thanks for any info.
I'm pretty new to this phone if you can't tell.
I Am Marino said:
I'm running CleanROM Kang Tapped
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1586500
It's running wonderfully right now.
I'm on old firmware and I flashed Joel's old firmware patch and have had smooth sailing so far.
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Is this the file you are referring to?
http://www.androidfilehost.com/main...c34b8d44b7e53b67010bBAMF-Oldfirmppl-patch.zip
I've tried most of the rezound roms listed in these forums. I personally like Rezrom and clean romantic, both gb and ics. Currently running cleanrom 4.2 on the new firmware but the latest version doesn't require it (neither does the latest release of Rezrom ics). Both are stable so the big difference is theming. I've noticed that most of the developers are focusing on ics so there haven't been updates to gb roms.
I just went from Cleanrom 1.7 to Nils Business ICS 4.0. Its only been a day since on it but so far I have 52% battery left after 12hrs with moderate use. I have no complaints with this set up and I am updated to the newest RUU leak. Even with the newest RUU I was able to still go back to GB 1.7 and run without issues as well.
If you use market apps for texts like Handcent or anything you will need to do the third party contacts fix so contact pics from facebook or other social networks show up, but if not then no worries.
Running CleanRom 4.3 using the stock kernel, no issues with speed or battery life.
Hi Guys,
Might be a bit of a noob question but I'll shoot it off anyway. I'm currently happily running SS3.11 with UTMS_Spyder CM10.1Nightly with ICS EU 4.04 Stock on XT910. :victory:
Everything seems to work like a charm and I'm wondering if anyone can tell me what benefit there is to taking everything back to stock and flash the JB EU OTA?
Seems like until Hashcode and Dhacker get CM10.1 and AOKP running properly with JB Kernel I'd actaully be loosing functionality?
Any devs care to comment / clarify?
Cheers,
Phil
It's really just personal preference. There used to be a whole list of things that didn't work on AOKP/CM10 however Hashcode/Dhacker have worked extremely hard to iron them all out, it's really impressive. CM10 just updated to using the JB kernel meaning there is no more graphic tearing and battery life is almost the same as stock. Bluetooth problems were fixed last month. I think the only big bug left is automatic flash on the camera (however this still works when setting manually).
But to answer your question, technically running stock you are losing functionality. CM10/AOKP are running 4.2.2 while stock is 4.1.2 (I believe), meaning there's a whole bunch of features missing in stock. CM10/AOKP are being updated nightly meaning they will only improve while stock... well it's just stock. There wont be another update unless something is seriously wrong or Motorola decides to upgrade to the next AOS. Stock also includes a crapton of bloatware which slow down the phone. Even if you manually remove/freeze everything, I still believe CM10/AOKP to have better performance than stock any day. Hope this answers your questions
Sv: [Q] JB OTA vs CM10.1 or AOKP
I just love the customizations that cm 10.1 gives you. I can never go back to stock again. I also run the hotplug governor un order to save battery (one cpu shuts down when not in use) with noop scheduler. This tips were given by the poster above! Try cm and you'll never go back!
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Is there an AOSP ROM that works with the leak JB kernel that the camera and tearing is fixed or only the soak kernel?
-Sent from Marino's Razr Maxx-
Many thanks
I Am Marino said:
Is there an AOSP ROM that works with the leak JB kernel that the camera and tearing is fixed or only the soak kernel?
-Sent from Marino's Razr Maxx-
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Well then... I think the decision is easy. Wait for Moto to release JB Fastboot and the amazing devs here to make a root tool and update CM10.1.
Why take a step backwards from available functionality for an official OTA.
Cheers Guys,
:fingers-crossed:
Latest AOSP ROM posted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2162827 is really good only bug is camera flash ....other bugs have been fixed great rom for daily use....
assassin34 said:
Latest AOSP ROM posted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2162827 is really good only bug is camera flash ....other bugs have been fixed great rom for daily use....
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Thanks, I was running AOKP previously but have paid version of Juice Defender which started complaining that it didn't like ASOP base and I should switch to Cyanogenmod. Besides that compatabililty issue though I do really like AOKP ROM.. and did find it both fast and very stable.
I'm currently using Revolution HD V52 (4.3) on my rooted s3, TWRP recovery, boeffla's kernel. used to be on 4.4 before it as well.
I plan to go back to omega V50.1 rom, which is based on 4.1.2. but before i do, can i make a downgrade from 4.3 to 4.1.2? will do a full wipe of Course & fresh install. I'm worried about EFS problems etc...anyone have an idea if it's safe or not possible and will brick phone?
Provided the rom base is EMG4 or later then efs is same version.
Backup efs then format internal sd card and preload as well as your normal wipe.
boomboomer said:
Provided the rom base is EMG4 or later then efs is same version.
Backup efs then format internal sd card and preload as well as your normal wipe.
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I don't know what it's based on to be honest, don't know how to check this.
this is the current rom's official page.
& here's the official page for the new rom i want (v50.1).
also, I'm currently using boeffla's kernel for 4.3. when i make full wipe and install the new rom, it will be back to stock kernel? i think it does, just want to be sure (forgot).
i second the question. S3 gained little-to-nothing with the 4.3 update, so i want to roll back to 4.1.2 too
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I'm currently using Revolution HD V52 (4.3) on my rooted s3, TWRP recovery, boeffla's kernel. used to be on 4.4 before it as well.
I plan to go back to omega V50.1 rom, which is based on 4.1.2. but before i do, can i make a downgrade from 4.3 to 4.1.2? will do a full wipe of Course & fresh install. I'm worried about EFS problems etc...anyone have an idea if it's safe or not possible and will brick phone?
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you can backup the efs, I myself never had any problems with upgrading or downgrading.
you can follow the following tutorial to backup the efs, in case something does go wrong
android.gs/backup-galaxy-s3-efs-one-click/
why you wanna go from 4.3 to 4.1.2 ?
dukemagus said:
i second the question. S3 gained little-to-nothing with the 4.3 update, so i want to roll back to 4.1.2 too
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afasayan said:
you can backup the efs, I myself never had any problems with upgrading or downgrading.
you can follow the following tutorial to backup the efs, in case something does go wrong
android.gs/backup-galaxy-s3-efs-one-click/
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I flashed omega V50.1 this morning, it's based on 4.1.2
backed up everything, full wipe & everything is working just great after flashing it .
thanks.
aSpirit81 said:
why you wanna go from 4.3 to 4.1.2 ?
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from my experience, 4.1.2 was very stable, worked great, no bugs, no lags.
4.3 buggy as hell
4.4 just doesn't feel right in general, something always isn't working, camera is crap etc...
from 1 days experience on 4.1.2, I'm happy i downgraded. it isn't the fastest or shiniest, but it's stable and everything is working just fine, good enough for me.
666pluto said:
I flashed omega V50.1 this morning, it's based on 4.1.2
backed up everything, full wipe & everything is working just great after flashing it .
thanks.
from my experience, 4.1.2 was very stable, worked great, no bugs, no lags.
4.3 buggy as hell
4.4 just doesn't feel right in general, something always isn't working, camera is crap etc...
from 1 days experience on 4.1.2, I'm happy i downgraded. it isn't the fastest or shiniest, but it's stable and everything is working just fine, good enough for me.
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Have you tried Archi 1x ROM? Rock solid and stable as anything. Ive been using it for nearly a year now and not had any issues. give a try before going back to 4.1.2...you wont be disappointed. lots of option in Aroma to personalize the ROM to your needs.
v1ks said:
Have you tried Archi 1x ROM? Rock solid and stable as anything. Ive been using it for nearly a year now and not had any issues. give a try before going back to 4.1.2...you wont be disappointed. lots of option in Aroma to personalize the ROM to your needs.
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I did, for a long time. then moved to version 2.X of it.
i tried nearly every rom for my SGS3 in the past 2 years, non of them was stable and sufficient as omega 4.1.2! at least in my experience.
second day with omega rom, and it's rocking, no bugs, no crashes, everything is working just perfectly (so why change it? :silly.
666pluto said:
I flashed omega V50.1 this morning, it's based on 4.1.2
backed up everything, full wipe & everything is working just great after flashing it .
thanks.
from my experience, 4.1.2 was very stable, worked great, no bugs, no lags.
4.3 buggy as hell
4.4 just doesn't feel right in general, something always isn't working, camera is crap etc...
from 1 days experience on 4.1.2, I'm happy i downgraded. it isn't the fastest or shiniest, but it's stable and everything is working just fine, good enough for me.
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666pluto said:
I did, for a long time. then moved to version 2.X of it.
i tried nearly every rom for my SGS3 in the past 2 years, non of them was stable and sufficient as omega 4.1.2! at least in my experience.
second day with omega rom, and it's rocking, no bugs, no crashes, everything is working just perfectly (so why change it? :silly.
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fair enough, thought id throw archi in the mix but youve already tried it. Ive not had issues so far...
never tried omega but something to keep in mind for future...
I pulled my old Vibrant out of a box and thought I'd try to run a newer version on android on it, but I haven't been about to make heads or tails of the development forum. After 3+ hours of fiddling and 3 or 4 programs downloaded, I'm at a loss. The phone currently has Bali kernel and Bionix-V FishmanMod which I loaded on it in 2011 or 2012 and have no recollection of what I did. :silly:
I think my questions are:
Do I need to revert to stock? Because odin refuses to recognize my phone in download mode. It sees it fine when it is booted normally.
Otherwise, what do I need to do to update the kernel and put kit kat on the phone?
If there's anybody out there, thanks and I tried really really hard and I'm just really confused.
I think it would be best for you to go back to stock first.
1. Make sure that your drivers are properly installed
2. Try different usb ports, reboot computer/phone, different usb cable if Odin won't recognise the phone.
Honestly, going back to stock won't help much. Install a JB rom and or kernel and from there install a kitkat kernel then rom. In that order. Make sure you wipe data and cache completely to make sure there isn't any problems.
epicboy said:
Honestly, going back to stock won't help much. Install a JB rom and or kernel and from there install a kitkat kernel then rom. In that order. Make sure you wipe data and cache completely to make sure there isn't any problems.
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Great timing with this thread. I borked the screen repair on my S4 and need to use my Vibrant again for a while.
ICS Kiss 3.1.10 needs an update.
rBGH said:
Great timing with this thread. I borked the screen repair on my S4 and need to use my Vibrant again for a while.
ICS Kiss 3.1.10 needs an update.
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I was thinking about updating CM7 or CM9. Building with latest sources. I personally had many speed issues with ICZenwich. Is that non-existant on ICS Kiss?
What do you guys think? Should I upload the latest builds of these ancient android versions?
epicboy said:
I was thinking about updating CM7 or CM9. Building with latest sources. I personally had many speed issues with ICZenwich. Is that non-existant on ICS Kiss?
What do you guys think? Should I upload the latest builds of these ancient android versions?
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ICS Kiss does have speed issues. I very much want to update but don't want to go through the plug and chug of finding one I like. If someone can recommend a stable, vanilla, something or other, I'd appreciate it.
I found what I'm looking for. Yea, CM should fit the bill nicely.
rBGH said:
I found what I'm looking for. Yea, CM should fit the bill nicely.
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CM 9 ??????
Babloo1989 said:
CM 9 ??????
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Installing ice cream sandwich will cause the internal sd card to be wiped
I don't think anyone is on cm9 because of that...
Hey guys! I'm using a Galaxy Note with a Bell board (was originally AT&T but that bricked because at the time I thought flashing an N7000 ROM would work, D'oh!) and I want to upgrade to a Jelly Bean Rom. I'm using Blackstar XI, a 4.0.4 ROM, and I'm looking for a lightweight JB rom. It can lack stylus/pen support, I found myself not using that feature as much as I thought I would.
Would I run into any issues using a QuincyATT Cyanogenmod 10.1.3 ROM, considering it's a Bell note board? Would I need to unlock my SIM first? And I recall there being a trick with Notepad++ I needed to do in order to make it work, even on my AT&T board.
I just have an issue with heavy RAM usage at boot and I can't even run some apps, since I know touchwiz is stupid.
Anyone willing to help me get it running on my note? Any help would be appreciated!
MoronDroid said:
Hey guys! I'm using a Galaxy Note with a Bell board (was originally AT&T but that bricked because at the time I thought flashing an N7000 ROM would work, D'oh!) and I want to upgrade to a Jelly Bean Rom. I'm using Blackstar XI, a 4.0.4 ROM, and I'm looking for a lightweight JB rom. It can lack stylus/pen support, I found myself not using that feature as much as I thought I would.
Would I run into any issues using a QuincyATT Cyanogenmod 10.1.3 ROM, considering it's a Bell note board? Would I need to unlock my SIM first? And I recall there being a trick with Notepad++ I needed to do in order to make it work, even on my AT&T board.
I just have an issue with heavy RAM usage at boot and I can't even run some apps, since I know touchwiz is stupid.
Anyone willing to help me get it running on my note? Any help would be appreciated!
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If you like blackstar, I would just flash Blackstar Blackjelly after doing a backup. It's what I've been running as my go-to on my Telus note. The other jb's are great too, but cm comes with the odd small bug like echo on speaker phone. Most of the customizations make them worth trying though.
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Sweet. I could give that a try if the Cyanogenmod ROM doesn't work. Is there anything I need to do in preparation, since this is technically a Bell note? Or can I just go ahead and flash the ROM without any changes to the ZIP?
MoronDroid said:
Sweet. I could give that a try if the Cyanogenmod ROM doesn't work. Is there anything I need to do in preparation, since this is technically a Bell note? Or can I just go ahead and flash the ROM without any changes to the ZIP?
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I'm assuming you have an unlocked bootloader already since you are running cm. Just be sure to have latest cm recovery or gimmeitorilltell's twrp (although other versions work with Jellybean, if you try kitkat or lollipop you'll have problems). Make sure you are flashing a quincyatt rom.
I have been using SGH-I717ATT-UCMD3-Modem with great success for a radio. Your mileage may vary.
If you get no signal, before blaming the rom, first check your mobile networks access point names and settings to be sure they match your carrier. (A good idea is to take a couple screenshots of your settings now before you flash any new roms as there are quite a few numbers involved)
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Good news! I tried the CM10.1.3 ROM and it worked well minus two small gripes:
1. Occasional freeze/hang on lock screen, causing it to reboot
2. Random artifacting/crashes during video playback/browsing through gallery
I'm gonna say this is the best performing ROM I've tried so far, but I'm going to give BlackJelly a try! I'll keep you posted. Just figured I'd give Cyanogenmod a proper shot now that I know how to install ROMs!
developweb said:
I'm assuming you have an unlocked bootloader already since you are running cm. Just be sure to have latest cm recovery or gimmeitorilltell's twrp (although other versions work with Jellybean, if you try kitkat or lollipop you'll have problems). Make sure you are flashing a quincyatt rom.
I have been using SGH-I717ATT-UCMD3-Modem with great success for a radio. Your mileage may vary.
If you get no signal, before blaming the rom, first check your mobile networks access point names and settings to be sure they match your carrier. (A good idea is to take a couple screenshots of your settings now before you flash any new roms as there are quite a few numbers involved)
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I717
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Time for BlackJelly! Downloading now.
I also may need some help getting the SIM to work once this ROM is on. So that way, I can use this stock-rom based OS for actual phone things instead of it just being a tiny tablet! Yay!
Can you point me in the direction of the latest TWRP recovery that I can flash through Odin?
MoronDroid said:
Time for BlackJelly! Downloading now.
I also may need some help getting the SIM to work once this ROM is on. So that way, I can use this stock-rom based OS for actual phone things instead of it just being a tiny tablet! Yay!
Can you point me in the direction of the latest TWRP recovery that I can flash through Odin?
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I'm not sure about Odin, but I flashed the latest TWRP to my device using Rashr from Google Play store.
Other install methods are described here:
https://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxynote1att.html
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developweb said:
I'm not sure about Odin, but I flashed the latest TWRP to my device using Rashr from Google Play store.
Other install methods are described here:
https://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxynote1att.html
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Upgrading my recovery now, yay! I also have the Phase kernel because I've heard a lot of good things about it.
MoronDroid said:
Upgrading my recovery now, yay! I also have the Phase kernel because I've heard a lot of good things about it.
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Backup, backup, backup. If TWRP successfully installs then backup. If something goes wrong you can revert everything or just the boot partition. (Kernel)
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