Wow, I can't believe how long it's been since I've posted in this forum. I haven't kept up with my TF201 updates at all, now I'm overwhelmed by what is available.
On my current/old TF201 I have been running Hairybean v1.51 and have been loving the Prime ever since. Well I found a used Prime recently at a great cost and decided to pick it up. It is stock non-rooted C30K. I figured I would just jump into the Hairybean thread and download what I need, root and rom this biznatch and call it good. Then I saw all the new roms and forgot what I was doing. I'm like a virgin on my first trip to Bangkok with a fresh paycheck and no duty for a week. I don't know what to do or where to start, hence this thread.
Here is what I want to do or what I primarily do on my prime now:
surf the net
read books--do a lot of outside reading during the summer and the Super IPS is a must
stream movies from my NAS drive while at home
Been messing around with GPS lately, not sure if I'll use it in my boat or not.
That's really it. I mostly want it fast enough to stream my movies without buffering or stuttering a lot and keep the Super IPS.
Now the question is what ROM still has the Super IPS brightness that I need. I assume almost all of the roms have been tweaked enough for my steaming needs. Should I just load this one with HairyBean v1.51 since I know I like it, or should I delve into something newer.
Your thoughts a guidance are appreciated~
f'n around said:
Wow, I can't believe how long it's been since I've posted in this forum. I haven't kept up with my TF201 updates at all, now I'm overwhelmed by what is available.
On my current/old TF201 I have been running Hairybean v1.51 and have been loving the Prime ever since. Well I found a used Prime recently at a great cost and decided to pick it up. It is stock non-rooted C30K. I figured I would just jump into the Hairybean thread and download what I need, root and rom this biznatch and call it good. Then I saw all the new roms and forgot what I was doing. I'm like a virgin on my first trip to Bangkok with a fresh paycheck and no duty for a week. I don't know what to do or where to start, hence this thread.
Here is what I want to do or what I primarily do on my prime now:
surf the net
read books--do a lot of outside reading during the summer and the Super IPS is a must
stream movies from my NAS drive while at home
Been messing around with GPS lately, not sure if I'll use it in my boat or not.
That's really it. I mostly want it fast enough to stream my movies without buffering or stuttering a lot and keep the Super IPS.
Now the question is what ROM still has the Super IPS brightness that I need. I assume almost all of the roms have been tweaked enough for my steaming needs. Should I just load this one with HairyBean v1.51 since I know I like it, or should I delve into something newer.
Your thoughts a guidance are appreciated~
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There are lots of newer roms about that I haven't even tried but you definitely don't want Hairybean 1.51, that is a very old version.
If you are going to try Hairybean you want the 2.31 version. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2407248
Once that is setup using the instructions in the thread you should be good to try most of the other new roms also as most of them are on the TF300 bootloader the same as Hairybean.
Try and find out what bootloader you are on now and make nvflash backups so that you can always get out of a brick if something goes wrong.
flumpster said:
There are lots of newer roms about that I haven't even tried but you definitely don't want Hairybean 1.51, that is a very old version.
If you are going to try Hairybean you want the 2.31 version. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2407248
Once that is setup using the instructions in the thread you should be good to try most of the other new roms also as most of them are on the TF300 bootloader the same as Hairybean.
Try and find out what bootloader you are on now and make nvflash backups so that you can always get out of a brick if something goes wrong.
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thanks for the info. I guess I should have made my question, "Which version of Hairybean should I install?" v1.51 has been great and stable for me. I look forward to trying to figure out how to root and rom this thing again!
I'm on my way, but I have spent most of the day trying to figure out how to root now.
I have unlocked sucessfully, but that is as far as I can get. I have tried a few different root methods like sparky root and a few others.
Can someone point me in the right direction as to what I need to do and where I can find the info to get though my next step to make it to the newest version of HairyBean?
I appreciate your help.
Android Version 4.1.1
Build number - JRO0C3.US_epad-10.4.2.18-20121122
thanks for any help!
Uh...nervermind. Sometimes taking a break can help clear things up. I'm good. Unlocked and rooted. Next step is TWRP and HairyBean
f'n around said:
Uh...nervermind. Sometimes taking a break can help clear things up. I'm good. Unlocked and rooted. Next step is TWRP and HairyBean
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Why did you care to root, if you flash a custom ROM anyway?
das chaos said:
Why did you care to root, if you flash a custom ROM anyway?
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I don't have a great answer for this. I am not intimately familiar with flashing custom ROM's on this thing, I just dabble when needed. Also, I started way with the Viewsonic G-Tab in which I was pretty good at flashing, it's where I cut my teeth with flashing ROM's, so some habits may just die slowly I guess.
Anyway, I unlocked this new Prime I got and couldn't get CWM on it for some reason and I couldn't find much in the way of process or steps to take to get from bone stock to ROM. After searching around, reading multiple threads here and watching youtube vids, I went the route that I went. Unlock, root, install TWRP, ROM. The only thing I skipped was setting up NVFlash, though I may do that later. Then again, if this ROM is anything like v1.51 that I ran for years on my first (now hand-me-down to my daughter) prime, I may never have the need to upgrade this thing again.
I am up to learning though, did I take the wrong steps? Was there an easier way? It would be nice if someone "In the know" would post up a step-by-step how-to from bone stock to ROM flashing. Then again, it may already be there, buried in the forum somewhere.
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OK so my G Tablet is on the way and I've been reading and came across a comment on another forum that the ROM's that exist are built on the original stock software and that the most recent update may be causing problems with CWM? I will be getting my G Tablet on Wednesday, should I not do the update if I am going to be flashing a custom ROM? Thanks in advance!
drum747,
I believe everyone should make their own decisions. But if you ask me -- I'd tell you to simply stick with a stock G-Tablet right now.
When you get yours and go to Settings/About you can see the version -- something
like 1.1.xxxx -- probably 3588. If not, just about as soon as you get wifi connected
it will offer you an OTA (on the air) update to 3588. That's the current working version, and compared to the crud we had back last November it really isn't bad software.
It will lack the Market and some other things...you may have to be patient there.
But you can still side-load apps and download apps directly from a number of places.
But we are waiting. Our devs have found that there is software for a possible
Update 3991. The hope is that OTA 3991 will come down in the next few weeks.
If so, at 3588 stock you will be in perfect shape for that update. And then once you
have worked with it a while, you will be able to decide whether to stick with it -- or look at other options.
It seems like everyone who come in here looks at the ROMs available like a "all-you-can-eat" buffet. The immediately start flashing ROMs and moving around software
until something goes wrong and they are stuck. Indigestion!
With a good 3588 tablet, you can read and interact here and find out the biggest and
the best, and you can learn what you need to that when you are ready you can
move up to whatever you want without problems.
Do what you want. Enjoy the G-Tablet. I think it pretty darn good!
Rev
I agree.........
Stick with the most current stock version 3588. The next update officially available from viewsonic should be very soon, but I don't think it will be 3991 as advertised
3558 was different than what it started as, or it would seem based on what I have gathered from reading old threads.
ale
You know, I have a Droid X and have really enjoyed rooting it and trying different ROM's and was really looking forward to the same type of experience on this tablet. What is the advantage of waiting until the next update? Can't I update, do a full backup and go back to that if I want? Once I install a different ROM, I am then stuck at whatever update and no further updates? Is that why you are saying to wait? Are you saying there will be even better ROM's down the road based on the new update that is coming? Or just that the new update coming might have all the things we would like?
The next update might have some cool stuff... might even be as good or better than the custom stuff here... maybe...
Question is... did you buy the tablet to use it for media consumption or tinkering?
Answer that and you'll know what to do. Just don't forget to make nvflash to factory stock your best friend ;-)
A little of both I guess. Part of the reason I chose this tablet over others is because of the support and customization (and price!) I will try to wait for the next update before I tweak it (if I can!) Heh!! Thanks for the responses guys!! I appreciate the input!
K J Rad said:
The next update might have some cool stuff... might even be as good or better than the custom stuff here... maybe...
Question is... did you buy the tablet to use it for media consumption or tinkering?
Answer that and you'll know what to do. )
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This is without the best quote I could image. Tinkering without first using the tab and getting to realize it's not a giant phone is the first step I think everyone should understand.
And if you do tinker then you should expect it to have opportunities (problems ).
drum747,
Not addressing your abilities or anything about you.
But read all the crash and burn threads on this forum.
IMHO, to many people are trying to do to much too fast and are
messing up their tabs and have to be bailed out.
I'm just saying be cautious, move slowly and carefully and
don't get into trouble.
However, my advice still stands. If you move on to other
ROMS, etc. now, you will cut off access to offline updates.
Then you will have to go back to stock, etc. And
sometimes going back is as much as problem as going up!
It still would be easier to stay stock now and if an update
doesn't come down soon -- you will have read and learned
and be ready to make choices.
IMHO.
Rev
IMHO... if it ain't powering your pacemaker then learn how to nvflash and have fun.
Be part of the revolution or watch it happen... ;-)
Thanks guys! I get what you're saying!
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K J Rad said:
... learn how to nvflash and have fun.
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QFT.
nvflash is not hard to get working. With a properly set up nvflash procedure and all the info on these forums, the gTab is an unbrickable as it gets.
updates
I upgraded to the vegan 7, gingerbread, how do I go back to the original stock to get the latest updates from viewsonic when update arrives?
Second that
I absolutely agree to stick with the stock ROM and play for a while. The 3588 update is very stable and usable when you change to Classic Home. I have been using it till now, side loading apps and enjoying a lot without having to worry about custom ROMS and such.
The people who are saying stay stock for the updates are glossing over the fact that the Vs updates will just make the stock UI suck a little less.
Before I bought my G tab I had never had any experience with tablets or smart phones or even android for that matter. I have flashed 4 or 5 roms onto my tablet without incident, no boot loops, no dead tab, no anything that anyone would consider a bad experience. I'm using Vegan 5.1.1 for the record, for the third time.
Read a few of the reflash to stock with nvflash threads to prepare yourself in case something does go wrong, but there is no reason to stay stock on this tablet theres to much dev goodness and too much customizationability ( is that even a word?) not to try different things.
Roxxas049 said:
The people who are saying stay stock for the updates are glossing over the fact that the Vs updates will just make the stock UI suck a little less.
Before I bought my G tab I had never had any experience with tablets or smart phones or even android for that matter. I have flashed 4 or 5 roms onto my tablet without incident, no boot loops, no dead tab, no anything that anyone would consider a bad experience. I'm using Vegan 5.1.1 for the record, for the third time.
Read a few of the reflash to stock with nvflash threads to prepare yourself in case something does go wrong, but there is no reason to stay stock on this tablet theres to much dev goodness and too much customizationability ( is that even a word?) not to try different things.
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Yeah I think it all boils down to what the individual wants and is willing to risk..this forum makes it easy and there are plenty of options to try just always prepare for the unexpected and dealing with the experimentals expect anything to happen!!
Who am I kidding?! There is no way I will be able to wait for the next update. I already have a ton of files set up to load on my G tablet. I will be Modding within hours of my full charge! Guess its just my nature! Thanks guys!
Butch, thanks I will be reading everything to make sure I do it right Thanks for the advice everyone!
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Closing Word...
Everyone that has contributed to this thread--
I have tried to voice the side of conservatism and restraint and
good judgement in this thread. My intention was not to hurt any
feeliings or pick on anyone or rain on anyone's parade.
But if you read what's going on in these forums, there are a lot
of folks having problems. A lot of them are in over their heads and
some have been careless and others made honest mistakes.
I know for my part, I have been working hard to try to help folks
find the tools and make the decisions to get back on track. I'm sure
I have made mistakes and my opinions are mine!
But I speak for myself in saying that even though I am semi-retired
and have more time than most -- I can't keep up this pace. And I've
heard others of the helpers say the same thing.
I also call your attention to the "TwoTapsX" thread and the fact that
the moderators are aware of the problems people are having. Roebeet
has put together a splendid ROM that many think will be the next
generation of G-Tablet software. But because of the complexity of the
mods folks already have had in the tablets, and because of the human
factors listed above -- a lot of folks have messed up their tablets.
In My Humble Opinion: Somebody has got to say that in spite of all the
"opportunities" for mods in these forums -- folks have got to start
exercising more restraint, more good judgement, more common sense in
what they do.
The devs and the folks who are helpers here can't be expected to carry the
load of keeping everyone up and running with the current problem rates. I
sometimes don't agree with the moderators, but this time I see their point.
We users have a good thing here, but if it keeps being abused......
********
Having said that, I am done here. I wish you well.
Rev
/EOT
Just an update. Within an hour of booting up I had installed CWM and Vegan. It was an easy process and now I love my g tablet!
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Welcome! Enjoy the koolaid... ;-)
Nice responce
Guys,
How to make the ethernet work on the dock?
I keep reading that works on tnt lite 3.1.4 and in others ROM but unfortunately I am on 3588 stock ROM and I am wondering if there is any way to make it work. I got the market working on it (btw, full market) and I am very happy with the stock 3588 - I mean, I have no FC, it is running perfect... the only thing that I can't figure it out is what to do to make the ethernet at the dock work.
Any suggestions?
Thanks.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=886853
Naysses said:
Guys,
How to make the ethernet work on the dock?
I keep reading that works on tnt lite 3.1.4 and in others ROM but unfortunately I am on 3588 stock ROM and I am wondering if there is any way to make it work. I got the market working on it (btw, full market) and I am very happy with the stock 3588 - I mean, I have no FC, it is running perfect... the only thing that I can't figure it out is what to do to make the ethernet at the dock work.
Any suggestions?
Thanks.
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Off topic sorry, I was looking for info on dock for gTablet and a working ethernet, and I saw that you are on stock 3588, I am too. How did you get the Market to work, I am assuming you have the ANDROID Market. Also, what do you do to avoid force closes, I get them all the time. music player, web, games, just all kinds of apps give me force closes. Perhaps I have downloaded to many apps that are not really for gTablet, they are for phones and other Android tabs, I don't know why the tab has so many force closes. Sorry again for hijacking, I'm new to Android, so I'm sort of lost, ok lost, Thanks
- Tex
I believe the fix for all the force closings is repartitioning.
That's the point where I decided to load a custom rom. If you go that way I recommend Roebeet's Brilliant Corners. You can find it on Slatedroid.
Edited to add: If you aren't going to load a custom rom then you might want to take a look at this stickied thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=896395
Thanks
Metal_in_Silk said:
I believe the fix for all the force closings is repartitioning.
That's the point where I decided to load a custom rom. If you go that way I recommend Roebeet's Brilliant Corners. You can find it on Slatedroid.
Edited to add: If you aren't going to load a custom rom then you might want to take a look at this stickied thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=896395
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Thanks for the info Metal_in_Silk
I'll take a look and read up on Roebeet's Brillant Corners, I'm not familiar with that. I'm hoping to not have to put a rom on this thing, it's a little scary =). I just want it to work out of the box, ha ha ha, not with this tablet, anyway. I'll read the link you posted, thanks.
- Tex
Texican74 said:
Thanks for the info Metal_in_Silk
I'll take a look and read up on Roebeet's Brillant Corners, I'm not familiar with that. I'm hoping to not have to put a rom on this thing, it's a little scary =). I just want it to work out of the box, ha ha ha, not with this tablet, anyway. I'll read the link you posted, thanks.
- Tex
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I promise you, it just sounds scary. It's really easy as pie, and you'll be amazed at the difference in your tab afterwards. You'll think somebody stole yours and left you a real one in it's place.
Roebeet's dev support is second to none, imho, if you decide to go with BC. Very helpful to us n00bs.
I figured that if I had to bother with installing clockworkmod and repartitioning due to fc's, I might as well just do the whole enchilada. Haven't looked back since and don't miss stock rom a bit
Metal_in_Silk said:
I promise you, it just sounds scary. It's really easy as pie, and you'll be amazed at the difference in your tab afterwards. You'll think somebody stole yours and left you a real one in it's place.
Roebeet's dev support is second to none, imho, if you decide to go with BC. Very helpful to us n00bs.
I figured that if I had to bother with installing clockworkmod and repartitioning due to fc's, I might as well just do the whole enchilada. Haven't looked back since and don't miss stock rom a bit
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Thanks for the post. Yeah it is sort of scary =) ha ha. I'm sure once you get started and you follow the instructions it's not that difficult. Yeah that Roebeet guy seems to be all over this forums and others too. Seems very smart and helpful. I'll have to read the instructions, would be nice to have a step by step guide and a video. I'm not the sharpest knife =). It does make sense if I was going to spend time rebooting and restarting apps and blah blah, then fixing it would remove the problem all together.
Another reason for not taking the plunge to get a rom is the possibility of getting Honeycomb. I don't know. Then yesterday I was told that Ice Cream Sandwich is coming out too, what the heck. Anyway, thanks for your response and suggestions.
- Tex
Hey all ... Not new to the rooted Android scene( have the Epic 4G Touch ) but just picked up my Transformer Prime today ... Man what a great device, especially with the dock.
So naturally after installing all my apps, I went straight to XDA to figure out how to root it Hopefully this is where I can get a little help. After doing some post reading it seems things are a bit different with the Prime Vs. my E4GT phone. I guess my questions below are what I'm left with:
1.) What exactly is the difference between "Unlocked" and rooted( I know what rooted is, but not unlocked.
2.) I found the thread below on how to root, but it says it doesn't work with 9.4.2.21 which is on the tablet now. What is the best way( Read safest way, I don't mind doing extra work for safety ) to get root / busybox installed? I found a stock .21 rooted / busybox ROM on the first page of the dev thread, would flashing this be the best way? How do I unlock to get ready to flash it?
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1427125
I guess those are my only questions for now, unless someone wants to drop some tips that I may need to know. Really looking forward to getting this device all setup, thanks
unlocked means it unlocks the bootloader so you can flash custom roms/kernels/etc..Be warned though, unlocking your prime sends your serial number to Asus and your warranty will be voided. no way around it.
now for root on the latest .21, there is currently no regular method THST I know of here. Asus closed up the exploit on last update. The only way to get rooted ATM is to unlock your prime and flash a rooted rom or root packages. there's more details on that in the prime developement section. take a look in there. I'm not sure if someone has been working on a root exploit for latest update. you can check the various root. method threads in developement to see if any progress has been made.
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unlocked means it unlocks the bootloader so you can flash custom roms/kernels/etc..Be warned though, unlocking your prime sends your serial number to Asus and your warranty will be voided. no way around it.
now for root on the latest .21, there is currently no regular method THST I know of here. Asus closed up the exploit on last update. The only way to get rooted ATM is to unlock your prime and flash a rooted rom or root packages. there's more details on that in the prime developement section. take a look in there. I'm not sure if someone has been working on a root exploit for latest update. you can check the various root. method threads in developement to see if any progress has been made.
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Ok ... So I need to unlock it, and then ROMs say I need CWM, I guess I can install CWM without root? Then flash a rooted ROM... I'll look into that, but just want to make sure.
Also, I see that people are unlocking with "Asus Tool" is this an official Asus utility or something I'll find in the Dev forum? Saw that about the warranty also, thanks for letting me know, but I can't resist the temptation to unlock / root, so I'll go with it. Pre .21 did rooting require unlocking? Or was unlocking optional?
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yes it is an official Asus tool. It is under the utilities on the download page for the transformer prime software on the Asus global website. I would put a link but their global site is a bit buggy for me at the moment and isn't responding. yes Unlocking was optional prior to .21. However I wouldn't unlock it just yet. If I were you (I'm in the same situation) I would wait for someone to find an exploit. And yes you can install CWM without root. You have to unlock your prime then hook it up to your computer.
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yes it is an official Asus tool. It is under the utilities on the download page for the transformer prime software on the Asus global website. I would put a link but their global site is a bit buggy for me at the moment and isn't responding. yes Unlocking was optional prior to .21. However I wouldn't unlock it just yet. If I were you (I'm in the same situation) I would wait for someone to find an exploit. And yes you can install CWM without root. You have to unlock your prime then hook it up to your computer.
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Ok ... thanks, resisting the urge to root it is difficult, lol ... maybe I can just hold out a day or two and see if one comes out. How are the custom ROMs for this device? I know for the E4GT their really nice, speed up the device add functionality( CM9 ) are the ROMs for the Prime mature, or still a work in progress? Do most people here flash a custom ROM, or just root it? Learning more by the minute, haven't left the forums since I got home with the Prime, lol
You may want to look into a 3rd party warranty such as squaretrade. You can search and read about it here in the forum. I purchased one to provide a semblance of a back up warranty before I unlocked. Now running Virtuous Prime 9.4.2.21 v1 and couldn't be happier with the performance. Also looks like ASUS is currently validating an new rom update so something newer may be out any day. Good luck!
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You may want to look into a 3rd party warranty such as squaretrade. You can search and read about it here in the forum. I purchased one to provide a semblance of a back up warranty before I unlocked. Now running Virtuous Prime 9.4.2.21 v1 and couldn't be happier with the performance. Also looks like ASUS is currently validating an new rom update so something newer may be out any day. Good luck!
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Thanks for the tip, I'll def. check out SquareTrade, would be good to have a backup. Yea, was looking at VirtuousPrime as well as some of the others. So reading the instructions, I only need Root and CWM to install the ROM no unlocking needed correct( If an exploit is found for .21 to root without unlock ) and then once I install the ROM it'll come with root obviously so I wouldn't void my warranty. Is this assumption correct?
From what I understand, you will need to unlock to install CWM. I'm sure others will correct me if I'm wrong here.
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From what I understand, you will need to unlock to install CWM. I'm sure others will correct me if I'm wrong here.
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Yes. Although it is easier to install if you are both unlocked and rooted.
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Thanks for verifying that for me jdeoxys. I'm really glad I unlocked/rooted when I was on .15. Since the OP is on .21, he will have to work a bit harder, but I still think its worth it if you don't mind giving up ASUS warranty. But then again, I haven't had one bit of problem with my tfp.
Thanks for the info all... I'm now officially unlocked, rooted and Roming with the Virtuous Prime ROM. Very happy so far, everything seems to be running fine. Stuck with a "stockish" custom ROM for now until I get used to the device, then I'll try CM9 or AOKP after some research.
Now, off to find a good Launcher( Apex or Nova maybe ) and other goodies
Nova launch ftw
I bought Nova Prime, and like it. But the release cycle on Apex is much faster, and seems to be ahead of Nova right now, using Apex currently on the tablet and my phone, liking that a lot.
BTW, what is "Corner Stone" AOKP it looks like it allows you to tile apps? Right now I'm using the basic AOKP, can you get that functionality without cornerstone, or is that what Corner Stone is specifically for?
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I bought Nova Prime, and like it. But the release cycle on Apex is much faster, and seems to be ahead of Nova right now, using Apex currently on the tablet and my phone, liking that a lot.
BTW, what is "Corner Stone" AOKP it looks like it allows you to tile apps? Right now I'm using the basic AOKP, can you get that functionality without cornerstone, or is that what Corner Stone is specifically for?
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cornerstone version is more of a true multitasking rom. its not just tiles, per se. the best way to see what it looks like in action is to look at the video he has in that thread. same person who ported AOKP to prime made that cornerstone version also. or even better, just flash the build and see how you like it. if you don't like, you can always flash back to something else
I've yet to unlock my prime but all these cool roms like AOKP, WSG, Virtuous, & Primalicious are very tempting. I always check out their threads though for once I do unlock, ill be up to speed. Leary of voiding my warranty just yet. I'LL eventually unlock but im in no rush. The roms will mature and be better once I cross that bridge.
Didn't you just recently unlock & flash? how are you liking it? which ones have you tried out so far? Usually to get a good feel for a rom you have to run it for at least a few days or a week or so. Team Eos nightlies looks interesting also. AOKP seems to be the most feature packed one though.
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cornerstone version is more of a true multitasking rom. its not just tiles, per se. the best way to see what it looks like in action is to look at the video he has in that thread. same person who ported AOKP to prime made that cornerstone version also. or even better, just flash the build and see how you like it. if you don't like, you can always flash back to something else
I've yet to unlock my prime but all these cool roms like AOKP, WSG, Virtuous, & Primalicious are very tempting. I always check out their threads though for once I do unlock, ill be up to speed. Leary of voiding my warranty just yet. I'LL eventually unlock but im in no rush. The roms will mature and be better once I cross that bridge.
Didn't you just recently unlock & flash? how are you liking it? which ones have you tried out so far? Usually to get a good feel for a rom you have to run it for at least a few days or a week or so. Team Eos nightlies looks interesting also. AOKP seems to be the most feature packed one though.
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Thanks for the info ... yep just bought the TFP yesterday, and unlocked and flashed Primalicious. Then flashed AOKP build 1.2 then 1.3 earlier today. So far I'm loving it, everything seems to be stable, but like you said usually takes a couple days of use before you really know.
Looked at cornerstone, looks great ... I'll probably end up flashing that when it gets the latest AOKP build ported over
Got it back 2 months later from rma status. I barely remember what this thing looks like. Wow can't even believe I have it after so long. So I'm on 21 it seems. Is this the latest?? If so, is 21 rootable? I'm at the point that I don't care anymore. I'll probably have less problems just doing a rom for gods sake.
.21 isn't rootable. either unlock it with the asus tool or roll back to .15.
welcome back, i know the feeling.
Thanks....ive been looking for a downgrade guide to 15, no luck. Dev section maybe?
i think the rollback thread is in the OG transformer threads
rollback= downgrade....
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Thanks....ive been looking for a downgrade guide to 15, no luck. Dev section maybe?
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Here you go:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1626190
If you root and/or unlock...be sure to try jermaine151 AOKP. He left XDA so you won't find it here.
It's arguably the best custom ROM for our Primes....and the last few updates are super stable. Also, if you have ANY problem he will work with you as long as you need. He also has a Cornerstone build of AOKP too. (Check your PMs)
There's also a custom build prop that you can swap into your /system folder for better performance and battery life....YMMV. It's under Dev section.
Good luck and have fun....our Primes are STILL the top dog Android tabs. Next closest thing is the Transformer Pad 300, but that's just our lil brother
Any more questions just ask. I've done it all so far on the Prime and I'd be glad to help.
Thanks guys. Yah I thought I saw that link and I read through it. Step 2 I'm assuming would be me, but seems risky for bricking. Almost seems better to just unlock and call it a day and then hope that nothing else hardware related takes a dump.
Runnin the C3 model, so things are better at least.
So is it possible to downgrade,root,install recovery and flash a rom without unlocking?
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So is it possible to downgrade,root,install recovery and flash a rom without unlocking?
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Nope, you need to be unlocked to install a custom recovery and rom
Well I unlocked, and followed a particular guide here. Thanks to whomever wrote it, it worked great. Now running Virtuous. It was a breeze!
I have a quick question that does not involve asking for a rom or kernel recommendation, so it will not violate the xda rules. I know from being on the xda forum for my other android devices that rom questions are to subjective and thusly frowned upon.
This is my first Asus tablet. I have 3 other android devices. Found this tablet for a good price and even with the wifi issues that it is supposed to have it is improvement over my other 10 tablet. Even though I do still like my Thrive with the full size ports. Unfortunately I cracked the screen and it was going to cost more to replace that then is did to buy it. I also wanted a tegra 3 tablet with a the quad core, even though not fully utilized it is still a beast when overclock from what I have read.
My question is more a general direction since I am late to the game for the Prime Tablet developement. So far I was able to easily unlock my bootloader on my tablet which is running the 4.1.1 stock rom. I then rooted and installed TWRP as my recovery. It is themed though with androwook. Everything is good to this point. The next item on my list is picking a kernel and rom. Can anyone give me feedback if the 4.2.2 roms are developed enough to be daily drivers or is it better to stick with 4.1.1 or 4.1.2 based roms. It is tough when you buy a tablet so late since a lot of dev has stopped so I don't really know how to proceed. I am looking for stablity, stable overclocked rom that will push the quad core more than it is. Battery life doesn't matter much because I believe that is what chargers are for. Also, I guess I didn't understand the themed twrp and it says to install the new twrp they say to remove them.. I not sure how to do this since I have never used a themed recovery.
Without any specfics i would appreciate if someone could kind of point me in the right direction and also some advice on how to flash the latest recovery while have a themed recovery already installed.
Thanks for any help.
Best Regards,
Todd Johnson
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I have a quick question that does not involve asking for a rom or kernel recommendation, so it will not violate the xda rules. I know from being on the xda forum for my other android devices that rom questions are to subjective and thusly frowned upon.
This is my first Asus tablet. I have 3 other android devices. Found this tablet for a good price and even with the wifi issues that it is supposed to have it is improvement over my other 10 tablet. Even though I do still like my Thrive with the full size ports. Unfortunately I cracked the screen and it was going to cost more to replace that then is did to buy it. I also wanted a tegra 3 tablet with a the quad core, even though not fully utilized it is still a beast when overclock from what I have read.
My question is more a general direction since I am late to the game for the Prime Tablet developement. So far I was able to easily unlock my bootloader on my tablet which is running the 4.1.1 stock rom. I then rooted and installed TWRP as my recovery. It is themed though with androwook. Everything is good to this point. The next item on my list is picking a kernel and rom. Can anyone give me feedback if the 4.2.2 roms are developed enough to be daily drivers or is it better to stick with 4.1.1 or 4.1.2 based roms. It is tough when you buy a tablet so late since a lot of dev has stopped so I don't really know how to proceed. I am looking for stablity, stable overclocked rom that will push the quad core more than it is. Battery life doesn't matter much because I believe that is what chargers are for. Also, I guess I didn't understand the themed twrp and it says to install the new twrp they say to remove them.. I not sure how to do this since I have never used a themed recovery.
Without any specfics i would appreciate if someone could kind of point me in the right direction and also some advice on how to flash the latest recovery while have a themed recovery already installed.
Thanks for any help.
Best Regards,
Todd Johnson
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First up. Please tell me how you got the themed twrp on there in the first place? Did you use one of my zip files from the Androwook thread?
If you are just on the 4.1.1 bootloader you can update TWRP using the instructions on their site but in all honesty there really isn't much point if it works unless you just want rid of the theme
As for roms and the fact that you are new to the game I would suggest hairybean 1.51 for now. It sounds like you are still on the 4.1.1 bootloader (see above) and if you are it is just a matter of flashing the rom and doesn't involve upgrading your bootloader.
As for kernels there is a selection in the Hairybean 1.51 install and I would suggest Clemsyns 1.7 kernel (not the data2sd one)
Thanks,
That's what I wanted to know.
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Took the advice and the tablet runs great on 1.51.
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