Speed up rooted AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777 - AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777

Hello, So I rooted my AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777, my main problem was it was really slow as in molasses up a hill slow, so I rooted it could I get sum assistance as to specific apps that can removed to help speed it up

hynes21 said:
Hello, So I rooted my AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777, my main problem was it was really slow as in molasses up a hill slow, so I rooted it could I get sum assistance as to specific apps that can removed to help speed it up
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It isn't always that easy. What are you on now? Stock Gingerbread or Jelly Bean?
Sometimes simply changing the kernel can speed up the device, but if you're still on the stock kernel you're limited in the tweak options available to you.
Also, we have no way of knowing what apps you have in the first place, so, again, more information please.

SteveMurphy said:
It isn't always that easy. What are you on now? Stock Gingerbread or Jelly Bean?
Sometimes simply changing the kernel l can speed up the device, but if you're still on the stock kernel you're limited in the tweak options available to you.
Also, we have no way of knowing what apps you have in the first place, so, again, more information please.
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My apologies for not providing enough data.. I'm running jellybean Kernel version: 3.0.31-844945 se. [email protected] 143#1...apps that i currently have.. Whatsapp, skype, titanium back up pro, Instagram, Facebook, gmail, es explorer.. Etc nothing out of the ordinary

hynes21 said:
...I'm running jellybean Kernel version: 3.0.31-844945 se. [email protected] 143#1...apps that i currently have.. Whatsapp, skype, titanium back up pro, Instagram, Facebook, gmail, es explorer...
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That's the stock kernel you're on, so unless you switch to AJK 4.9 NoSwap you're going to be greatly limited in what you can do to "speed" up your device.
One of the most basic things to do is to turn off sync, and control that process manually. This will not only save you battery it'll also give you the ability to control this process from running in the background. Facebook and Skype are massive resource hogs, Facebook being the biggest offender. You need to delete that one immediately and use either the browser version or this modded apk developed by @elesbb that does a great job of silencing certain permissions.
But the best thing you can do is read read read; there are hundreds of guides around XDA that are filled with wonderful things!

Another thing that might help right off the bat is to install Greenify. Then set it to put apps that you use into hibernation when not in use. You can download it free from the play store.

SteveMurphy said:
... or this modded apk developed by @elesbb that does a great job of silencing certain permissions....
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When were you going to tell me about THIS little jewel!? You're holding out on me @SteveMurphy

razen_kain said:
When were you going to tell me about THIS little jewel!? You're holding out on me @SteveMurphy
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Yep, it's what I do! Just gave you another possible solution for FastDormancy in the RR thread...

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[Q] AT&T Hotspot Manager, can I download it?

Now, before anyone confuses this with AT&T Smart Wifi on the market, I'm not asking for that (that app is garbage in my opinion.)
Now, to the task at hand...
Stock Samsung ROMs have something called AT&T Hotspot Manager embedded into the Wifi settings, which allow the automatic sign in of AT&T hotspots around the country without opening a browser to sign into the network.
I'm using CM9 nightlies at the moment, and upon installing the hotspot manager is not packaged with the nightlies. Not an issue regarding CM9, but I was wondering is there a download package or zip that I can install via CWM or any other method to regain this automatic sign in capability? I'm at a Starbucks and Barnes and Noble a lot, and found this aspect of the phone to be very useful.
Appreciate the timely replies
I'm curious about this too, I've settled in to AOKP after jumping around on ICS roms for a month or so and I just realized I'm not getting my hotspots anymore
I'll sniff around and edit this if I find anything useful, I'm not sure what exactly the hotspot manager was and why we wouldn't be able to just enter the settings for the hotspot into a standard wifi connection
Edit: So el goog wasn't very helpful, all I was able to find was a few similar posts to this one with no remedy. I went to my Titanium Backup and searched through my backed up apps knowing that the manager had to be in there somewhere because I'd used some of the ROM's based off of the stock i777 and found something called "At&t Hot Spots." I restored it to my current ROM and I'll test it at Mickey D's at lunch.
Don't. It's a terrible app.
Looking over your shoulder...
Well restoring the app seems to have had no effect, it still requires me to log in to the wifi. I'm not sure why everyone says it was a terrible app, before I rooted my battery life was just fine with it running, even if I neglected to turn off wifi
Any app with "AT&T" in the title is ****.
nbell13 said:
Any app with "AT&T" in the title is ****.
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I'll agree that most of their software is absolutely worthless trash, but this one in particular I really thought was handy... All it did was automatically log into AT&T hotspots when you were in range
This question should be relocated to Q&A
nbell13 said:
Any app with "AT&T" in the title is ****.
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First off, I do agree. But what this thread is concerning is that it's not an app. Rather, it was an embedded feature in the stock ROM of this phone, checked off in the wi-fi settings.
Since it's not an app, one cannot readily download it off the market. So it must be a package. From the results of this thread though, I guess a package like this doesn't exist..?
Here's the file: AT&T Hotspots 0.955
This is extracted from a UCKH1 stock ROM. Hopefully it works for you.
secretasianman said:
Here's the file: AT&T Hotspots 0.955
This is extracted from a UCKH1 stock ROM. Hopefully it works for you.
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Thanks, unfortunately this is the same one I have in my TB from the stock rom and it doesn't seem to have any effect on ics (I did convert it to a system app). I think I'll try installing the "leaked" ics stock rom and try taking it from there to see if its a newer version.
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ravage485 said:
Thanks, unfortunately this is the same one I have in my TB from the stock rom and it doesn't seem to have any effect on ics (I did convert it to a system app). I think I'll try installing the "leaked" ics stock rom and try taking it from there to see if its a newer version.
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Oh... I missed the ICS part... CM9... Duh.
Maybe someone from the HTC Vivid forum can extract and share the APK from their ICS update with you.
Good luck.
ravage485 said:
Thanks, unfortunately this is the same one I have in my TB from the stock rom and it doesn't seem to have any effect on ics (I did convert it to a system app). I think I'll try installing the "leaked" ics stock rom and try taking it from there to see if its a newer version.
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I just grabbed this apk from the SGS2 ICS LC5 ROM, installed it but haven't gone over to the shopping center where all the attwifi's are just yet to test it.
db.tt/obuIKTwt
This is version 0.957
Chipper (can't post links yet)
I just grabbed this apk from the SGS2 ICS LC5 ROM, installed it but haven't gone over to the shopping center where all the attwifi's are just yet to test it.
db.tt/obuIKTwt
This is version 0.957
Chipper (can't post links yet)
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Thanks, I hadn't been able to download that ROM yet since I'm offshore and the internet here is unbearably slow, I'll give it a shot
I'm looking for the same, and it is an app.
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johnhazelwood said:
I'm looking for the same, and it is an app.
Sent from my SGH-I897 using XDA
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You should give the apk in the above post a shot, it worked for me.
cchiapusio said:
I just grabbed this apk from the SGS2 ICS LC5 ROM, installed it but haven't gone over to the shopping center where all the attwifi's are just yet to test it.
db.tt/obuIKTwt
This is version 0.957
Chipper (can't post links yet)
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Thanks for this, I'll try this and update this post if it works on my captivate with the cm9 4/29 nightly.
zephus said:
Now, before anyone confuses this with AT&T Smart Wifi on the market, I'm not asking for that (that app is garbage in my opinion.)
Now, to the task at hand...
Stock Samsung ROMs have something called AT&T Hotspot Manager embedded into the Wifi settings, which allow the automatic sign in of AT&T hotspots around the country without opening a browser to sign into the network.
I'm using CM9 nightlies at the moment, and upon installing the hotspot manager is not packaged with the nightlies. Not an issue regarding CM9, but I was wondering is there a download package or zip that I can install via CWM or any other method to regain this automatic sign in capability? I'm at a Starbucks and Barnes and Noble a lot, and found this aspect of the phone to be very useful.
Appreciate the timely replies
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Battery killers all of them. Not worth download or convo. Just tap screen and link from settings.
We will sort you out!
UltraBeast said:
Battery killers all of them. Not worth download or convo. Just tap screen and link from settings.
We will sort you out!
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That makes about as much sense as having to type in your WEP password each time you log into your home network. Net battery life would be about equal to not having the app, as it takes screen on time (BIGGER battery suck) to go though all the steps necessary to login without this app.
skjaidev said:
Thanks for this, I'll try this and update this post if it works on my captivate with the cm9 4/29 nightly.
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I had the earlier version installed through my Titanium backups. I installed the one posted on this thread and I saw that the app was upgraded. (Additionally, the at&t hotspots icon vanished from the app drawer, I could see that it was running though).
However, it doesn't seem to connect automagically to attwifi. Any clues?
audiophan said:
That makes about as much sense as having to type in your WEP password each time you log into your home network. Net battery life would be about equal to not having the app, as it takes screen on time (BIGGER battery suck) to go though all the steps necessary to login without this app.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1308030
Allot of us have shortcuts to wifi. And easy 123.
We will sort you out!

What do you lose when leaving stock OS (Touchwiz)?

Hello,
I've been on stock kernel/OS since I bought my unbranded I9100 some time ago, that means Gingerbread 2.3.4, I9100XXKI1, Kernel 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKI4-CL575468 (rooted, of course).
I'm thinking about trying CM9 or CM10, just for fun. I think I know pretty well what to expect, but am trying to figure out if there are things I will be missing. As far as I can tell, the following will change significantly:
- Touchwiz launcher replaced, of course. No biggie.
- Swype will be gone, right? I played around with CM way back, and there seemed to be some discussions about how to take Swype with you, but I assume this will be rather hard when going from Gingerbread to JB? Or is there a good way to keep it (without buying it separately)? I like it rather a lot...
- The four hubs (Social Hub etc.) will be gone. Good riddance, as well, I've never used any of them.
- I've not used any of the Samsung remote features (to locate a stolen/lost device; OTA, or KIES), so I guess they will be gone, but I won't miss them.
Is there anything else I've missed that's been added by Samsung? I want to avoid a problem where I don't actually notice anything important missing at first, and then noticing weeks later...
Thank you for your time!
I noticed my camera was missing on one of them.
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No tv out. No fm radio. If swype is the keyboard typing style, i dont think thats gone, but i will check.
Camera is still better in stock touchwiz. Also, clear ram from recent apps isnt there.
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You could use titanium backup to backup all of your (system) apps. If something (important) turns out to be missing, you can restore it easily. Apart from that, flash it, you won't be disappointed. Good luck with exploring all the possibilities.
Ota's
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Unleashed1985 said:
You could use titanium backup to backup all of your (system) apps. If something (important) turns out to be missing, you can restore it easily. Apart from that, flash it, you won't be disappointed. Good luck with exploring all the possibilities.
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Apps only in touchwiz wont work in aosp roms since they are deeply integrated within the touchwiz framework, so no use backup app system apps nor system data. Restoring system data may cause problems ranging from bootloops to force closes.
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Spiralzz said:
Apps only in touchwiz wont work in aosp roms since they are deeply integrated within the touchwiz framework, so no use backup app system apps nor system data. Restoring system data may cause problems ranging from bootloops to force closes.
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I stand corrected! Thanks.
SeGalaxy said:
Hello,
I've been on stock kernel/OS since I bought my unbranded I9100 some time ago, that means Gingerbread 2.3.4, I9100XXKI1, Kernel 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKI4-CL575468 (rooted, of course).
I'm thinking about trying CM9 or CM10, just for fun. I think I know pretty well what to expect, but am trying to figure out if there are things I will be missing. As far as I can tell, the following will change significantly:
- Touchwiz launcher replaced, of course. No biggie.
- Swype will be gone, right? I played around with CM way back, and there seemed to be some discussions about how to take Swype with you, but I assume this will be rather hard when going from Gingerbread to JB? Or is there a good way to keep it (without buying it separately)? I like it rather a lot...
- The four hubs (Social Hub etc.) will be gone. Good riddance, as well, I've never used any of them.
- I've not used any of the Samsung remote features (to locate a stolen/lost device; OTA, or KIES), so I guess they will be gone, but I won't miss them.
Is there anything else I've missed that's been added by Samsung? I want to avoid a problem where I don't actually notice anything important missing at first, and then noticing weeks later...
Thank you for your time!
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1.Touchwiz Calender
2.Touchwiz Clock (this has been successfully ported)
3. Camera App
4. Video player and hardware multicodec support
5. Preinstalled file manager, you will to download one after install
5. Swype is not an issue, you can download Swype on beta.swype.com
I'll add more when i remember because presently i am not usinga stock ROM
6. Swipe left on contacts to text, swipe right on contacts to call.
7. Native video calling in phone app
:laugh::laugh: seems to me an endless list of MISS for sure, the poor guy @op will be really scared to proceed further
Sun90 said:
:laugh::laugh: seems to me an endless list of MISS for sure, the poor guy @op will be really scared to proceed further
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Lol Sun,hes saved loads of time though....
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Thanks for the great additions, guys (& gals)!
2.Touchwiz Clock (this has been successfully ported)
3. Camera App
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Alright, the clock. I use that a lot, all of it (alarm + timer + stopwatch). That would be a bummer to loose, I guess there will be some useful replacements on the market though.
There are plenty of camera apps around. Can I safely assume that the picture quality (as it is) will be the same as with the stock camera app? I use the camera for taking pictures, I need no effects, online stuff etc. around photos. In fact I am not that happy with the stock camera, as I find it tough to shoot a photo when I don't see the screen... so I'll be happy to hunt for a camera app that supports some of the hardware buttons for shooting.
5. Swype is not an issue, you can download Swype on beta.swype.com
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Well yes, but I'll have to register/pay for it, or don't I?
Is there a way to see which app is Samsung specific, on the phone itself? Or is basically *any* app that shipped with it either in gapps or by Samsung/Touchwiz?
Thanks a lot, again.
SeGalaxy said:
Thanks for the great additions, guys (& gals)!
Alright, the clock. I use that a lot, all of it (alarm + timer + stopwatch). That would be a bummer to loose, I guess there will be some useful replacements on the market though.
There are plenty of camera apps around. Can I safely assume that the picture quality (as it is) will be the same as with the stock camera app? I use the camera for taking pictures, I need no effects, online stuff etc. around photos. In fact I am not that happy with the stock camera, as I find it tough to shoot a photo when I don't see the screen... so I'll be happy to hunt for a camera app that supports some of the hardware buttons for shooting.
Well yes, but I'll have to register/pay for it, or don't I?
Is there a way to see which app is Samsung specific, on the phone itself? Or is basically *any* app that shipped with it either in gapps or by Samsung/Touchwiz?
Thanks a lot, again.
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u can check this spreadsheet link below, hope it will be usefull for u
https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/pub?hl=en_US&hl=en_US&key=0AnO2-4y6yE1gdDJRekl4QmkyNmIzUmRvX2h3UDVkQXc&output=html
Just make a nand backup of what youve got then try other roms.You can revert back if your not happy.
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SeGalaxy said:
Thanks for the great additions, guys (& gals)!
Alright, the clock. I use that a lot, all of it (alarm + timer + stopwatch). That would be a bummer to loose, I guess there will be some useful replacements on the market though.
There are plenty of camera apps around. Can I safely assume that the picture quality (as it is) will be the same as with the stock camera app? I use the camera for taking pictures, I need no effects, online stuff etc. around photos. In fact I am not that happy with the stock camera, as I find it tough to shoot a photo when I don't see the screen... so I'll be happy to hunt for a camera app that supports some of the hardware buttons for shooting.
Well yes, but I'll have to register/pay for it, or don't I?
Is there a way to see which app is Samsung specific, on the phone itself? Or is basically *any* app that shipped with it either in gapps or by Samsung/Touchwiz?
Thanks a lot, again.
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Swype is free and so is the registration and download. Visit the website on your Android browser.
Swyped from my Galaxy SII
SeGalaxy said:
Hello,
I've been on stock kernel/OS since I bought my unbranded I9100 some time ago, that means Gingerbread 2.3.4, I9100XXKI1, Kernel 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKI4-CL575468 (rooted, of course).
I'm thinking about trying CM9 or CM10, just for fun. I think I know pretty well what to expect, but am trying to figure out if there are things I will be missing. As far as I can tell, the following will change significantly:
- Touchwiz launcher replaced, of course. No biggie.
- Swype will be gone, right? I played around with CM way back, and there seemed to be some discussions about how to take Swype with you, but I assume this will be rather hard when going from Gingerbread to JB? Or is there a good way to keep it (without buying it separately)? I like it rather a lot...
- The four hubs (Social Hub etc.) will be gone. Good riddance, as well, I've never used any of them.
- I've not used any of the Samsung remote features (to locate a stolen/lost device; OTA, or KIES), so I guess they will be gone, but I won't miss them.
Is there anything else I've missed that's been added by Samsung? I want to avoid a problem where I don't actually notice anything important missing at first, and then noticing weeks later...
Thank you for your time!
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If u try custom rom based on stock, then its not like u missing anything..but if custom based on cm9/cm10, AOSP, then u missing camera quality..
DarkRom/Superatmos Kernal
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You will loose different things, but alot of the things you will miss by first boot you can find here on XDA or on playstore.
And you will probably loose your warranty...
chefen.chef said:
You will loose different things, but alot of the things you will miss by first boot you can find here on XDA or on playstore.
And you will probably loose your warranty...
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Triangle Away is a useful app.... If you get what i mean...
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CM 9 is not that good.. additionally you lose call blocking ability but you can download the app.. there is an app for everything but you know.. your really gonna miss touchwiz,
I did.. and I would have moved off cm9 by now cause my battery was draining pretty bad on the rom however after 3 days the battery time was back to normal which is weird..

[Q] New To S3

I have purchased the S3 today and really liking it, I want to make it the best out of it,
1. I've updated the firmware to the latest version using Samsung Update, should I use any kernels?
2. Is there any bugs on the latest firmware?
3. Should I root the phone? If so can you provide me the best guide please
4. I listen to music using the S3 everyday, what's the best modification to use for best sound quality?
5. I only have 100MB bandwidth data to use every month, any settings I should disable to try not over pass the limit?
6. Also I have a 32GB MicroSD card, is it possible to move apps to SD card for faster performance of loading?
Thanks
Lither said:
I have purchased the S3 today and really liking it, I want to make it the best out of it,
1. I've updated the firmware to the latest version using Samsung Update, should I use any kernels?
2. Is there any bugs on the latest firmware?
3. Should I root the phone? If so can you provide me the best guide please
4. I listen to music using the S3 everyday, what's the best modification to use for best sound quality?
5. I only have 100MB bandwidth data to use every month, any settings I should disable to try not over pass the limit?
6. Also I have a 32GB MicroSD card, is it possible to move apps to SD card for faster performance of loading?
Thanks
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OP, go to the S3 general forum and read the stickies at the top. All the help you need is there.
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kofiaa said:
OP, go to the S3 general forum and read the stickies at the top. All the help you need is there.
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I've looked at the General forum but the stickies didn't help
Can someone help me please
Lither said:
I have purchased the S3 today and really liking it, I want to make it the best out of it,
1. I've updated the firmware to the latest version using Samsung Update, should I use any kernels?
2. Is there any bugs on the latest firmware?
3. Should I root the phone? If so can you provide me the best guide please
4. I listen to music using the S3 everyday, what's the best modification to use for best sound quality?
5. I only have 100MB bandwidth data to use every month, any settings I should disable to try not over pass the limit?
6. Also I have a 32GB MicroSD card, is it possible to move apps to SD card for faster performance of loading?
Thanks
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1: Use custom kernels only if you need them.
2: I have not noticed any
3: Same as #1, only if you feel comfortable with modifying your phone, google "root galaxy s3"
4: I think S3 sound quality is very good without any mods
5: Look at Settings -> Data usage, there you can set limits
6: Dont know about this, but if you have a cheap (slow) sdcard, the loading times may get worse.
Btw, make full backup of stock rom if you decide to go custom :thumbup:
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hsrars-d said:
1: Use custom kernels only if you need them.
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What does custom kernel do to the performance?
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3: Same as #1, only if you feel comfortable with modifying your phone, google "root galaxy s3"
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Rooting the S3 means I have access to system files and be able to use apps such as AdFree to block ads from websites?
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6: Dont know about this, but if you have a cheap (slow) sdcard, the loading times may get worse.
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I've a 32GB Samsung Class 10 MicroSD, also was wondering if you can make a partition on the SD to store all the apps data files so the performance will be abit better
hsrars-d said:
Btw, make full backup of stock rom if you decide to go custom :thumbup:
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I've been told to stay on stock ROM as it's stable and some custom ROM have bugs
Custom kernels include all kinds of tweaks, i.e. overclocking that will increase performance at cost of battery life. Siyah kernel is a good example.
Yes, with root you are able to use AdFree and many more handy tools to customize your phone i.e. fonts and such.
Hmm, im sure that searching the forum for App2sd or something similar would give an answer as I have no experience of moving apps on S3. Never really needed myself.
Yeah, stock roms have better camera and in most cases are more stable than custom roms.
As always, Google is your friend
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hsrars-d said:
Custom kernels include all kinds of tweaks, i.e. overclocking that will increase performance at cost of battery life. Siyah kernel is a good example.
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I'll give it a look, it seems most people use Siyah kernel, would you recommend it over other kernels?
hsrars-d said:
Yes, with root you are able to use AdFree and many more handy tools to customize your phone i.e. fonts and such.
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I'll definitely find a guide and root my S3
hsrars-d said:
Hmm, im sure that searching the forum for App2sd or something similar would give an answer as I have no experience of moving apps on S3. Never really needed myself.
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I'll search around the forum and have a look if there's a guide
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Yeah, stock roms have better camera and in most cases are more stable than custom roms.
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Custom ROM seems to catch my attention at the moment as there are optimization with tweaks and others but is there any bugs with them such as Camera, Audio and others?
Lither said:
I'll give it a look, it seems most people use Siyah kernel, would you recommend it over other kernels?
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I like and use Siyah, mainly for its flexibility, and its audio enhancements (Siyah kernel enhancements are all maintainable thru "STweaks" app which will be installed by default when you install the kernel).
I've not played with over/under-clocking as I don't feel the need with such a beast of a phone, but the options are all there.
Lither said:
Custom ROM seems to catch my attention at the moment as there are optimization with tweaks and others but is there any bugs with them such as Camera, Audio and others?
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My main reasons for using custom ROMS are:
1) the ability to use later versions of the OS before Samsung push it to the stock phones. I'm on 4.1.2 now, and have "multi-window" mode from the Galaxy note 2
2) The ability to tweak the appearance of the phone thru themes, other window managers (I use Apex mainly, but Nova is pretty too) etc.
3) the ability to strip bloatware from the phone.
As to bugs etc- I've not noticed any more bugs in the SGS3 roms than in any other custom roms, in fact I think the aftermarket Custom Rom chefs these days are producing massively mature product. Haven't flashed anything I'd consider "bleeding edge' in a long time. Last time I had a force close was in the Facebook app, and that's Zuckerberg's fault, not Android's
The App in question has since been updated and runs smooth now.
Lither said:
I have purchased the S3 today and really liking it, I want to make it the best out of it,
1. I've updated the firmware to the latest version using Samsung Update, should I use any kernels?
Its your choice .
2. Is there any bugs on the latest firmware?
3. Should I root the phone? If so can you provide me the best guide please
Why root until you know what root is for as it voids warranty .
Use CF Root
4. I listen to music using the S3 everyday, what's the best modification to use for best sound quality?
Subjective try them all .
5. I only have 100MB bandwidth data to use every month, any settings I should disable to try not over pass the limit?
Your choice but i would turn off data unless you require data .
6. Also I have a 32GB MicroSD card, is it possible to move apps to SD card for faster performance of loading?
No
READ THE BASICS in the stickies all the information is their .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1927113
jje
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Lither said:
I'll give it a look, it seems most people use Siyah kernel, would you recommend it over other kernels?
I'll definitely find a guide and root my S3
I'll search around the forum and have a look if there's a guide
Custom ROM seems to catch my attention at the moment as there are optimization with tweaks and others but is there any bugs with them such as Camera, Audio and others?
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Start here by rooting the phone > http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
Stovemeister said:
I like and use Siyah, mainly for its flexibility, and its audio enhancements (Siyah kernel enhancements are all maintainable thru "STweaks" app which will be installed by default when you install the kernel).
I've not played with over/under-clocking as I don't feel the need with such a beast of a phone, but the options are all there.
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I'll give Siyah kernel a try, there's no need for me to overclock for my daily uses, also kernel is just a tweak of performance to the phone?
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My main reasons for using custom ROMS are:
1) the ability to use later versions of the OS before Samsung push it to the stock phones. I'm on 4.1.2 now, and have "multi-window" mode from the Galaxy note 2
2) The ability to tweak the appearance of the phone thru themes, other window managers (I use Apex mainly, but Nova is pretty too) etc.
3) the ability to strip bloatware from the phone.
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I'll have a look at some custom ROM and see which one I like to install
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As to bugs etc- I've not noticed any more bugs in the SGS3 roms than in any other custom roms, in fact I think the aftermarket Custom Rom chefs these days are producing massively mature product. Haven't flashed anything I'd consider "bleeding edge' in a long time. Last time I had a force close was in the Facebook app, and that's Zuckerberg's fault, not Android's
The App in question has since been updated and runs smooth now.
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If I install a custom ROM, I'm afraid that the camera or other features will have a bug causing it not to function properly but if there's isn't any, then I'll be more than happy to install
JJEgan said:
Why root until you know what root is for as it voids warranty .
Use CF Root
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I know by rooting the phone, it will avoid warranty
JJEgan said:
I listen to music using the S3 everyday, what's the best modification to use for best sound quality?
Subjective try them all .
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How would I know the best one?
JJEgan said:
I only have 100MB bandwidth data to use every month, any settings I should disable to try not over pass the limit?
Your choice but i would turn off data unless you require data .
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I heard there's email sync and others which keep using data, how do I turn them off?
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Also I have a 32GB MicroSD card, is it possible to move apps to SD card for faster performance of loading?
No
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I have looked at few topics about moving apps to SD card, they seems to say you can't, just wondering why?
QUOTE=spoonymoon;34484239]Start here by rooting the phone > http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488[/QUOTE]
Thanks for the guide
make sure you disabke auto sync that'll ensure you dont go over with data
Lither said:
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How would I know the best one?
Its your ears not my ears it that simple .
I heard there's email sync and others which keep using data, how do I turn them off?
Turn Mobile DATA OFF via the Toggle switches .
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If I install a custom ROM and there's a new version that's out, do I need to reinstall or just apply update?
Lither said:
If I install a custom ROM and there's a new version that's out, do I need to reinstall or just apply update?
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That depends upon the rom makers instructions full rom or update .
jje
Lither said:
I have purchased the S3 today and really liking it, I want to make it the best out of it,
1. I've updated the firmware to the latest version using Samsung Update, should I use any kernels?
2. Is there any bugs on the latest firmware?
3. Should I root the phone? If so can you provide me the best guide please
4. I listen to music using the S3 everyday, what's the best modification to use for best sound quality?
5. I only have 100MB bandwidth data to use every month, any settings I should disable to try not over pass the limit?
6. Also I have a 32GB MicroSD card, is it possible to move apps to SD card for faster performance of loading?
Thanks
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since i knew android poweramp really great sound.That's why until today i'm using poweramp in my S3.Combination siyah kernel i've got real sound for hardcore n metalcore songs feel's like front of the stage.depend on you to customize it.
sorry for bad english..
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Lither said:
I'll give Siyah kernel a try, there's no need for me to overclock for my daily uses, also kernel is just a tweak of performance to the phone?
I'll have a look at some custom ROM and see which one I like to install
If I install a custom ROM, I'm afraid that the camera or other features will have a bug causing it not to function properly but if there's isn't any, then I'll be more than happy to install
I know by rooting the phone, it will avoid warranty
How would I know the best one?
I heard there's email sync and others which keep using data, how do I turn them off?
I have looked at few topics about moving apps to SD card, they seems to say you can't, just wondering why?
QUOTE=spoonymoon;34484239]Start here by rooting the phone > http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
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Thanks for the guide[/QUOTE]
i've done move apps to sd card by follow instruction on this forum.But sometimes i feel something weird on it.Just use Link 2sd and manage it use setting on cyanogen mod..so it's easy to move all apps except system file.But once turn off my S3 my apps lost..then i turn off one more time all apps back to my home screen as well..
Just follow instruction carefully.

{APPS} Stock Apps / Priv-Apps

Since I didn't see the thread with the Stock "apps" as well as the "priv/apps" I have taken an nc5 4.4.2 rom and extracted all the apps & priv-apps and uploaded them seeing how someone was looking for them.
If someone else has already created a thread for these, shoot me.
Have an awesome day
If any are missing please add them.
Apps:
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=16716
Priv/Apps:
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=16718
*If you need any help on how to install a certain apk, permissions or where to put them, etc... just ask!
--Jessica
Thank you so much!!!!
I think I know which apps. I tried extracting the "Secmms.apk", through that into my priv-apps folder (repl;aced mms.apk) but whenever I launch it, it closes after 3 seconds.
Using the Eclipse rom, it seems they changed a bunch of things to utilize some AOSP apps. DO you know of a work around?
Thanks!
Jessooca said:
Since I didn't see the thread with the Stock "apps" as well as the "priv/apps" I have taken an nc5 4.4.2 rom and extracted all the apps & priv-apps and uploaded them seeing how someone was looking for them.
If someone else has already created a thread for these, shoot me.
Have an awesome day
If any are missing please add them.
Apps:
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=16716
Priv/Apps:
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=16718
*If you need any help on how to install a certain apk, permissions or where to put them, etc... just ask!
--Jessica
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Hi
Yes I did....it would launch, but close after few sec.
I posted a msg in the forum, they said that the TW dialer, MMS, etc won't work on this ROM because of the incorporation of aosp code.
I love the ROM, seems smooth and light, but cant stand the dialer/mms...haha
It seems in my situation, the only 2 roms that have no issues where everythign works is HD and Exlipse. HD I like the interface, Eclipse, I like the smoothness, and battery life....
I'm torn
Jessooca said:
Did you change the permisions of the apk after you moved it? rw - r- r and then reboot?
QUOTE=docluv01;54211391]Thank you so much!!!!
I think I know which apps. I tried extracting the "Secmms.apk", through that into my priv-apps folder (repl;aced mms.apk) but whenever I launch it, it closes after 3 seconds.
Using the Eclipse rom, it seems they changed a bunch of things to utilize some AOSP apps. DO you know of a work around?
Thanks!
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hmm, I could liev with the mms and contacts, ill just use 3rd party apps.
But I def would like to use the stock dialer. I like the fact you can play the vm straight from the call log....
Jessooca said:
Did you change the permisions of the apk after you moved it? rw - r- r and then reboot?
QUOTE=docluv01;54211391]Thank you so much!!!!
I think I know which apps. I tried extracting the "Secmms.apk", through that into my priv-apps folder (repl;aced mms.apk) but whenever I launch it, it closes after 3 seconds.
Using the Eclipse rom, it seems they changed a bunch of things to utilize some AOSP apps. DO you know of a work around?
Thanks!
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Hi...Not to beat a dead horse, but is there anything you can recommend?
I would love to use Eclipse with the stock dialer/contacts/mms. I think it has somethign to do with the framework they baked in...
ANy help would be appreciated!!!
Thanks
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hmm, I could liev with the mms and contacts, ill just use 3rd party apps.
But I def would like to use the stock dialer. I like the fact you can play the vm straight from the call log....
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I recommend echoe 26.1 it makes your phone like a galaxy s4 and a half. Knock on wood I've been running it since it's release and no reboots or anything like that. It gave my phone new life lol
Aren't there issues woith GPS on that ROM?
im running vzw nc5 with ss 3.72
cplking said:
I recommend echoe 26.1 it makes your phone like a galaxy s4 and a half. Knock on wood I've been running it since it's release and no reboots or anything like that. It gave my phone new life lol
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Any reason to root?

Without the availability or customs roms and kernels, are there any reasons to root a Galaxy Tab S3? Which bloatware have you uninstalled in your GTS3 after rooting?
I normally install custom roms and kernels for the improved battery life and overall performance improvement that many of these roms offer.
Byte_76 said:
Without the availability or customs roms and kernels, are there any reasons to root a Galaxy Tab S3? Which bloatware have you uninstalled in your GTS3 after rooting?
I normally install custom roms and kernels for the improved battery life and overall performance improvement that many of these roms offer.
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I rooted for cf.lumen but after freezing a lot of apps using sd maid, my screen on time is 10 hours with wifi always on and minimal brightness to still see the screen. Although i didnt check my screen on time before i froze all those apps...
Byte_76 said:
Without the availability or customs roms and kernels, are there any reasons to root a Galaxy Tab S3? Which bloatware have you uninstalled in your GTS3 after rooting?
I normally install custom roms and kernels for the improved battery life and overall performance improvement that many of these roms offer.
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I agree, I went back to not rooted and pray for OTA updates, even it's naive
If i ever going to root, one of the main factor would be for GMD gestures. Couple of finger swipes to close apps, lock screen, switch apps adds tremendous amount of button freedom and control.
I'm going to rooting to get complete control of memory (internal and SD) and app authorizations...
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Mattered a lot more to me when Android was a lot less mature. Nowadays, Marshmallow is pretty solid. Add in Macrodroid or Tasker and call it a day. And Nova supports gestures.
Ad blocking and remove bloatware
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Ad blocking and remove bloatware
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We can disable bloatware with ADB?
I use Netflix on this, so root isn't worth the trouble to get Netflix working.
Neo3D said:
We can disable bloatware with ADB?
I use Netflix on this, so root isn't worth the trouble to get Netflix working.
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Not with ADB. You'll need an app like titanium backup or adaway for ad blocking. But both need root. But you're correct, getting netflix to work is a little bit of a pita.
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we can use addhell2 for removing adds .. it works without root..
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/themes/adhell-2-rootless-ad-blocking-t3663559
jaidev.s said:
we can use addhell2 for removing adds .. it works without root..
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/themes/adhell-2-rootless-ad-blocking-t3663559
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Another option: I'm using Disconnect Pro and it seems to work fine. It has to be sideloaded though.
I rooted my Tab S3 for 4 main reasons:
1. Adaway
2. Viper and Dolby Atmos and boost sound the way I like it (and its big imrovement)
3. OGyoutube
4. to backup and restore with TWRP and Titanium
is it possible to make call or text messaging ?
tuncayt said:
is it possible to make call or text messaging ?
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only on T825 model.
tuncayt said:
is it possible to make call or text messaging ?
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Get a number from Google Voice. Then install Hangouts and Hangouts Dialer. Link Hangouts to your Google Voice number. You can text and make/receive calls with this combo. Working here for me.
Hello, how can i have root in tab s3?
Help me, Any link?
I want root for xda ads (at least)! The adds on main forum screens get so bad they'll block the screen from viewing the threads
Álvaro1299 said:
Hello, how can i have root in tab s3?
Help me, Any link?
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Including the model# of your device is helpful to get proper direction.
If you have the SM-T820/825, this thread pertains to Root/Recovery (TWRP) for the devices I mentioned. If you have one of the devices, read the thread before asking questions:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...recovery-twrp-3-1-0-1-samsung-galaxy-t3581359

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