[Q] How to get it smoother & faster? - Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello guys,
Please apologize for this newbie-like thread but I need to ask you a couple of things about the Z2.
I've just sold my Nexus 5 and I got my new Z2, so the question are: what ROM comes closer to the stock Android? (doesn't matter if 4.4.2 or 4.4.4).
I've saved the TA, unlocked and rooted my Z2 keeping the stock rom, what can I do to make it a bit smoother/faster? I'm feeling like my N5 was better
On my old phone i've upgraded the gpu drivers thanks to Qualcomm, does exist anything like this kind of mods for Z2?
Thank you for your kind support #hugs

Nov3c3nto said:
Hello guys,
Please apologize for this newbie-like thread but I need to ask you a couple of things about the Z2.
I've just sold my Nexus 5 and I got my new Z2, so the question are: what ROM comes closer to the stock Android? (doesn't matter if 4.4.2 or 4.4.4).
I've saved the TA, unlocked and rooted my Z2 keeping the stock rom, what can I do to make it a bit smoother/faster? I'm feeling like my N5 was better
On my old phone i've upgraded the gpu drivers thanks to Qualcomm, does exist anything like this kind of mods for Z2?
Thank you for your kind support #hugs
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AOSP roms are literely just android
Z2 rom ive tried making much faster but there isnt much we can do until sony atleast give 4.4.3 to Z2 because there are some glitches/bugs which make the device extremly slow compared to what it can/should be. These exist in 4.4.2
And the kind of mods for Z2 dont exist because people dont make them, usualy custom kernels have this this however a unlocked bootloader for both a kernel or AOSP rom

Envious_Data said:
AOSP roms are literely just android
Z2 rom ive tried making much faster but there isnt much we can do until sony atleast give 4.4.3 to Z2 because there are some glitches/bugs which make the device extremly slow compared to what it can/should be. These exist in 4.4.2
And the kind of mods for Z2 dont exist because people dont make them, usualy custom kernels have this this however a unlocked bootloader for both a kernel or AOSP rom
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Ok, well, thanks
Another question: I've seen in the original android development section that there are some 4.4.4 porting, have you ever tried em? If I'll install a custom rom I would like to be able to install some Sony apps, like camera, will be possible?

Nov3c3nto said:
Ok, well, thanks
Another question: I've seen in the original android development section that there are some 4.4.4 porting, have you ever tried em? If I'll install a custom rom I would like to be able to install some Sony apps, like camera, will be possible?
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Camera app from sony will work only on stock based custom rom, it will not work on AOSP, CM, AOKP, and any other rom.

electrash said:
Camera app from sony will work only on stock based custom rom, it will not work on AOSP, CM, AOKP, and any other rom.
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Thanks Does eXistenZ Ultimate rom support the Sony camera app?

Nov3c3nto said:
Thanks Does eXistenZ Ultimate rom support the Sony camera app?
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Yes it should. But to be sure, ask this question in development thread of ROM and wait for answer of developer or users of that rom.

electrash said:
Yes it should. But to be sure, ask this question in development thread of ROM and wait for answer of developer or users of that rom.
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Thank soooo much, I've really appreciated
To be honest I like my new Z2, expecially thinking that I've sold my used Nexus 5 for 290€ and bought this Z2 (+hearphones and original leather case) for 300€
But for sure I need to well understand how it works and how to manage it, on Nexus series everything where easier
Well, again thanks dude

Nov3c3nto said:
Thank soooo much, I've really appreciated
To be honest I like my new Z2, expecially thinking that I've sold my used Nexus 5 for 290€ and bought this Z2 (+hearphones and original leather case) for 300€
But for sure I need to well understand how it works and how to manage it, on Nexus series everything where easier
Well, again thanks dude
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No problem mate, if you ever need some help you can freely contact me on PM. I will answer soon as i can

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Android 5 ?

Any luck for this phone to see android 5 ?
Thanks
XGate said:
Any luck for this phone to see android 5 ?
Thanks
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We didn't even get Kitkat, so I wouldn't get my hopes up if I were you
Darn, i think android 5 will work better on this phone. Anyway, i'll keep hoping
XGate said:
Darn, i think android 5 will work better on this phone. Anyway, i'll keep hoping
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We'll have to wait until the androidarmv6 team can modify the legacy msm7x2x code for Android 5.0. Google has removed legacy msm7x2x code since ICS.
Guys dont search for miricals. The best rom for this phone model so far is optimus nexus me v6 by todonormal. Just search it in forum. If you want the latest version of android just buy a new one. They have better qualifications and hardware. Anyone who wants information about flashing root and others just read carefully older threads from this forum.
Gkost said:
Guys dont search for miricals. The best rom for this phone model so far is optimus nexus me v6 by todonormal. Just search it in forum. If you want the latest version of android just buy a new one. They have better qualifications and hardware. Anyone who wants information about flashing root and others just read carefully older threads from this forum.
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Yeah. Optimus nexus me v6 final (not lite version)
In best rom for x10 mini pro
And after install this rom from cwm recovery naa v14 gb. Should be flash naa 12 for best speed and less lags on game

MIUI for M4 Aqua?

Hi,
Nice to see other ROM development coming to our phone.
What about MIUI? Any chance of that?
For anyone who hasn't seen it before, it's an Android-based, very elegant system that's been ported to many other Xperias (and other Androids of course). It's fully-featured, stunning and original - it's not just a copy of everything else out there.
http://en.miui.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1-h5mRUTxY
SharpnShiny said:
Hi,
Nice to see other ROM development coming to our phone.
What about MIUI? Any chance of that?
For anyone who hasn't seen it before, it's an Android-based, very elegant system that's been ported to many other Xperias (and other Androids of course). It's fully-featured, stunning and original - it's not just a copy of everything else out there.
http://en.miui.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1-h5mRUTxY
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Well first we need to get a decent non-stock rom that works and then we can build more roms from that base.
Non-stock? Don't we have AOSP and Cyanogenmod?
Author CyanogenMod for M4 write to me if he do stable CM,he start port miui.Good news!
Deathmake said:
Author CyanogenMod for M4 write to me if he do stable CM,he start port miui.Good news!
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Any news on the CyanogenMod? Then maybe MIUI?!

*Anybody fancy testing a s3 i9300 Rom for me?*

Touchwiz Marshmallow 6.0.1 rom
KitKat 4.4.4 gti9305 base :thumbup::thumbdown: yes?no?
Anybody?
kush2.0 said:
Touchwiz Marshmallow 6.0.1 rom
KitKat 4.4.4 gti9305 base :thumbup::thumbdown: yes?no?
Anybody?
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@Whiskey103 plz move this thread to Galaxy s3 General section....... This is not the right place to ask this @kush2.0
VigneshS007 said:
@Whiskey103 plz move this thread to Galaxy s3 General section....... This is not the right place to ask this @kush2.0
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If someone from admin wants to move it that's fine. Otherwise sorry but I don't know how to do that
kush2.0 said:
If someone from admin wants to move it that's fine. Otherwise sorry but I don't know how to do that
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I asked a moderator, it will be moved soon
Moved.
Razvan
Forum Moderator
@kush2.0: It's moved and now?
There are threads enough about best ROMs. If you want help, ask specific and tell about your needs &musts &maybe's.
rp158 said:
@kush2.0: It's moved and now?
There are threads enough about best ROMs. If you want help, ask specific and tell about your needs &musts &maybe's.
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What I'm saying is, or asking, is if somebody with a sgs3 i9300 is willing to try/test a 4.4.4 KK i9305 based rom ported for trelte MO i9300 with a 6.0.1 touchwiz marshmallow UI / framework.
@kush2.0 : sorry for misunderstanding.
rp158 said:
@kush2.0 : sorry for misunderstanding.
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No worries. The question is in the title so easily missed. I Should have explained a bit better
I thought somebody would jump at it tbh! ! No worries anyways had problems writing the installation/permissions script with dsxds kitchen so I'm having a go with Ricky's Rom Kitchen instead. Offer still stands though to anyone with a S3i9300 and a bit of experience with custom recoveries. I.e. flashing zips. PM me if you like or simply reply on this thread. Thanks
kush2.0 said:
I thought somebody would jump at it tbh! ! No worries anyways had problems writing the installation/permissions script with dsxds kitchen so I'm having a go with Ricky's Rom Kitchen instead. Offer still stands though to anyone with a S3i9300 and a bit of experience with custom recoveries. I.e. flashing zips. PM me if you like or simply reply on this thread. Thanks
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Hey, I'd test your rom But in my opinion people wouldn't stick to 4.4... that's a pretty old version.
HIt me up, I'll see what I can try.
MultiPDev said:
Hey, I'd test your rom But in my opinion people wouldn't stick to 4.4... that's a pretty old version.
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It's only 4.4.4 base as that's the newest anyone can port from as far as stock TW is concerned. I used a official stock rom for the s3 gti9305 lte as that's had the KitKat update and obviously our i9300 didn't as the phones both have the same chipset etc the rom can be ported. But the rom itself is almost identical to 6.0.1 Marshmallow like note 5 and S6 on Marshmallow. I had quite a few bugs and script errors so I've changed kitchens and I have all day and night today free to do this. Hopefully finish it tonight and I will get back to you. Thanks for your reply/interest.
MultiPDev said:
Hey, I'd test your rom But in my opinion people wouldn't stick to 4.4... that's a pretty old version.
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It's only 4.4.4 base as that's the newest anyone can port from as far as stock TW is concerned. I used a official stock rom for the s3 gti9305 lte as that's had the KitKat update and obviously our i9300 didn't as the phones both have the same chipset etc the rom can be ported. But the rom itself is almost identical to 6.0.1 Marshmallow like note 5 and S6 on Marshmallow. I had quite a few bugs and script errors so I've changed kitchens and I have all day and night today free to do this. Hopefully finish it tonight and I will get back to you. Thanks for your reply/interest.
Soryuu said:
HIt me up, I'll see what I can try.
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I had quite a few bugs and script errors so I've changed kitchens and I have all day and night today free to do this. Hopefully finish it tonight and I will get back to you. Thanks for your reply/interest.
kush2.0 said:
It's only 4.4.4 base as that's the newest anyone can port from as far as stock TW is concerned. I used a official stock rom for the s3 gti9305 lte as that's had the KitKat update and obviously our i9300 didn't as the phones both have the same chipset etc the rom can be ported. But the rom itself is almost identical to 6.0.1 Marshmallow like note 5 and S6 on Marshmallow. I had quite a few bugs and script errors so I've changed kitchens and I have all day and night today free to do this. Hopefully finish it tonight and I will get back to you. Thanks for your reply/interest.
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I know, but I thought (almost)everyone was using cm12/13 Anyway... sounds interesting to have latest Samsung features/UI. Tell me when you need testing... I'm ready to flash
MultiPDev said:
I know, but I thought (almost)everyone was using cm12/13 Anyway... sounds interesting to have latest Samsung features/UI. Tell me when you need testing... I'm ready to flash
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I've been threw them all cm12 - cm12.1 - cm13. Resurrection remix, temaseks, archidroid etc. There are some really good customed roms but I need touchwiz for the MHL - HDML cause the cm builds don't have the right Samsung USB port drivers. So I went searching for the best touchwiz mod and there are some good ones. I'll send you the download URL once I've done it. Just want to make sure its right.
Edit: might be tomorrow now. I'm shattered. Doing for another 2 hours then stopping until tomorrow afternoon
kush2.0 said:
I've been threw them all cm12 - cm12.1 - cm13. Resurrection remix, temaseks, archidroid etc. There are some really good customed roms but I need touchwiz for the MHL - HDML cause the cm builds don't have the right Samsung USB port drivers. So I went searching for the best touchwiz mod and there are some good ones. I'll send you the download URL once I've done it. Just want to make sure its right.
Edit: might be tomorrow now. I'm shattered. Doing for another 2 hours then stopping until tomorrow afternoon
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Good luck!!
MultiPDev said:
Good luck!!
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Im turning it in for tonight my back and kneck is killing me. I'll finish this for sure tomorrow though. Thanks for waiting.
kush2.0 said:
Im turning it in for tonight my back and kneck is killing me. I'll finish this for sure tomorrow though. Thanks for waiting.
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No worries man, take your time and give yourself a break. Just let us know when it's ready
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D6503 rom recommendation?

So guys it's been a while since i checked the forum and i found some new roms. is there any recommendation for a good clean rom with good performance and battery life? few bloatware, etc.
Slim Rom that's been ported to Z2.
Very fast, best battery and debloated
@soka said:
Slim Rom that's been ported to Z2.
Very fast, best battery and debloated
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You mean the 18 months old kk-version?
Battery was very good on a lot of kk-roms, although as I understood the OP, he was talking about the newer Roms he didn't check yet.
hardcoremildred said:
You mean the 18 months old kk-version?
Battery was very good on a lot of kk-roms, although as I understood the OP, he was talking about the newer Roms he didn't check yet.
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I read and understood what he said, and advised him accordingly. Why would i suggest a KK rom? He did say new right?
Have you checked the dev tread lately, you will find the new Slim Rom 4.8 ported by Rakesh. V 5.1.1 LP
@soka said:
I read and understood what he said, and advised him accordingly. Why would i suggest a KK rom? He did say new right?
Have you checked the dev tread lately, you will find the new Slim Rom 4.8 ported by Rakesh. V 5.1.1 LP
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Sorry, this is just a confusion.
Obviously you talk of the stock based SLiM Rom, and I was referring to the famous aosp-/cm-based slim Rom.
I hate the name they chose, it's so similar to slimrom.
hardcoremildred said:
Sorry, this is just a confusion.
Obviously you talk of the stock based SLiM Rom, and I was referring to the famous aosp-/cm-based slim Rom.
I hate the name they chose, it's so similar to slimrom.
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i thought he was talking about the aosp rom too.
i tried PureX premium and it's awesome. will try Slim Rom
@soka said:
I read and understood what he said, and advised him accordingly. Why would i suggest a KK rom? He did say new right?
Have you checked the dev tread lately, you will find the new Slim Rom 4.8 ported by Rakesh. V 5.1.1 LP
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i can't find slim rom 4.8. link please?
i only found 4.7 discontinued
I recommmnd the Google Style ROM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/development/rom-google-style-v1-0-t3300253
It's a Sony stock-based ROM with AOSP/CM apps. The fastest ROM I've ever used, and I get very regularly over 5h SOT with very, very heavy usage
Bn Waheed said:
i can't find slim rom 4.8. link please?
i only found 4.7 discontinued
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Here you go buddy...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=65161824&postcount=56
It was his last port 4.8
I will try it after slim rom. My experience with purex premium is so good so far that I can't expect more.
This device still got some life in it. Definitely was a good deal.
@soka said:
Here you go buddy...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=65161824&postcount=56
It was his last port 4.8
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Can we also use the Z3 version?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/development/rom-23-4-0-580-slim-3-5-t3212758
core_x said:
Can we also use the Z3 version?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/development/rom-23-4-0-580-slim-3-5-t3212758
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Yes, you can. I am check the screenshot.
First flash Rakesh's port 4.8 full rom as a base for Z2. Then on your link download the 4.9 OTA and flash it.
Later you can change your buildprop line for model number to say D6503.
@soka said:
Slim Rom that's been ported to Z2.
Very fast, best battery and debloated
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You mean the 18 months old kk-version?
Battery was very good on a lot of kk-roms, although as I understood the OP, he was talking about the newer Roms he didn't check yet.
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Bn Waheed said:
i can't find slim rom 4.8. link please?
i only found 4.7 discontinued
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SLiM is Back!
RaKesh said:
SLiM is Back!
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WhoooHoooo.... my main Dev @RaKesh , you sir are the man. :highfive:
So i am downloading the slim 4.5 base rom now and i noticed it's 1.7 gb .. isn't that a bit big in terms of size? am i missing something?
Bn Waheed said:
So i am downloading the slim 4.5 base rom now and i noticed it's 1.7 gb .. isn't that a bit big in terms of size? am i missing something?
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No its not as much slimed down like Purex or Google -Style and far away from the ~300mb of AOSP - like Roms.
But hey, if you install it as your first rom, it will go on systems partition anyway, so why bother? There are lots of people that say it's smooth and battery saving (although some complain about 4.9 being not so battery -friendly as the version before).
I am curious about which marshmallow-roms will show up, and till then I just stay with GoogleStyle as my primary.
Even spent some Bucks on AOKP, cause they made my old HTC wildfire run android 4.04 with tons of features and a power -saving mode I haven't seen on any z2-rom (autoswitch to 2g at screen off) so far....
hardcoremildred said:
No its not as much slimed down like Purex or Google -Style and far away from the ~300mb of AOSP - like Roms.
But hey, if you install it as your first rom, it will go on systems partition anyway, so why bother? There are lots of people that say it's smooth and battery saving (although some complain about 4.9 being not so battery -friendly as the version before).
I am curious about which marshmallow-roms will show up, and till then I just stay with GoogleStyle as my primary.
Even spent some Bucks on AOKP, cause they made my old HTC wildfire run android 4.04 with tons of features and a power -saving mode I haven't seen on any z2-rom (autoswitch to 2g at screen off) so far....
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Z2 will get marshmallow ?
Bn Waheed said:
Z2 will get marshmallow ?
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Yes Sony said so. At the moment there is a beta program in selected countries.
Atm there are MM-builds of Validus, AOKP, AOSP, CM13 (and possibly others) available, hope Sony releases their official version soon.

[ADVICE] Installing Rom

Hello everyone,
I've been using the Pocophone F1 for quite some time now and really like it but I'd like to install another rom because I don't want all the bloatware.
I did already watch some tutorials which explains how to unlock the bootloader but where do I download the right TWRP version? (I think I have the international version of the Pocophone)
Also, Pixelrom seems very good or would you guys recommend another rom?
Thanks in advance!
Dylan
Dylan25111 said:
Hello everyone,
I've been using the Pocophone F1 for quite some time now and really like it but I'd like to install another rom because I don't want all the bloatware.
I did already watch some tutorials which explains how to unlock the bootloader but where do I download the right TWRP version? (I think I have the international version of the Pocophone)
Also, Pixelrom seems very good or would you guys recommend another rom?
Thanks in advance!
Dylan
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Use lineage 17.1, godfather of all roms
stable,smooth n balance
it will get offical tag soon...
chiilllas
stay home stay safe
Dylan25111 said:
Hello everyone,
I've been using the Pocophone F1 for quite some time now and really like it but I'd like to install another rom because I don't want all the bloatware.
I did already watch some tutorials which explains how to unlock the bootloader but where do I download the right TWRP version? (I think I have the international version of the Pocophone)
Also, Pixelrom seems very good or would you guys recommend another rom?
Thanks in advance!
Dylan
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Each ROM has its own uniqueness. What may be the best ROM for me may not be the best ROM for you. Once you try a new ROM for a few days, try changing ROMs. You will settle for one that you like best. Some ROMS will have Battery life, some have performance, some are pleasing to the eyes, some have additional features that you may like, some may have features that you don't use at all. So asking which is the best ROM is not correct.
Try different ROMs, the Opening Post will tell you its USP, decide and go ahead.
schubeir
schubeir said:
Each ROM has its own uniqueness. What may be the best ROM for me may not be the best ROM for you. Once you try a new ROM for a few days, try changing ROMs. You will settle for one that you like best. Some ROMS will have Battery life, some have performance, some are pleasing to the eyes, some have additional features that you may like, some may have features that you don't use at all. So asking which is the best ROM is not correct.
Try different ROMs, the Opening Post will tell you its USP, decide and go ahead.
schubeir
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Thanks for your reply, the main issue I have with the stock rom is that it comes with so many bloatware.
Dylan25111 said:
Hello everyone,
I've been using the Pocophone F1 for quite some time now and really like it but I'd like to install another rom because I don't want all the bloatware.
I did already watch some tutorials which explains how to unlock the bootloader but where do I download the right TWRP version? (I think I have the international version of the Pocophone)
Also, Pixelrom seems very good or would you guys recommend another rom?
Thanks in advance!
Dylan
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This twrp that i recommend https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=4349826312261735764
ROM:
AOSP: PixelExperience 10 , Havoc
LOS: crDroid , LOS (itself)
CAF: Reloaded-CAF
Dylan25111 said:
Thanks for your reply, the main issue I have with the stock rom is that it comes with so many bloatware.
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You can uninstall bloatwares from stock MIUI Rom by following the steps shown here:
GrippingSphere said:
You can uninstall bloatwares from stock MIUI Rom by following the steps shown here:
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It just hiding apps from launcher (disbale the apps), not fully uninstalled it.

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