Everything Samsung a3 - Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 General

This thread is only for info of various build and tips for Samsung a3 devices, now I search all info, build, software, tips.. If you find something write a post, after I try and update the first post of this thread.
If you found a problem in rom posted in this thread, write in specific thread of rom.
Warning: install twrp or custom rom trip your knox warranty, there is no method, for now, to reset this warranty method.
For see of your knox are tripped turn off your phone, after press power button + home button + volume down button and see the knox warranty row if is:
- 0x0 the knox are not tripped
- 0x1 the knox are tripped
I am, and other dev of rom and tricks, not responsible of brick or other problem of your phone.
CUSTOM RECOVERY:
- TWRP 2.8.7.0 SM-A300* http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...overy-twrp-2-8-7-0-samsung-galaxy-a3-t3173382
- TWRP 3.0.0.2 SM-A300F/FU/G/H/M by @ashyx
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3362283
ROM:
Build in development:
-cm13.0 Unofficial for Samsung Galaxy A3 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...-cyanogenmod-13-0-unofficial-samsung-t3326297)
Know Issue:
-camera in photo mode (distorted preview) - Workaround: select 4:3 resolution to fix the issue temporarily.
-SIM Card not recognized on A300H.
-cm12.1 for SM-A300FU(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3273323)
Know issue:
-proximity sensor doesn't work.
-proximity sensor works at least in the newest Build
-nfc doesn't tested
-nfc works fine
-When screen is off touch buttons still working, at touch the phone vibrates.
-FM Radio not Working
-USB Conection adb only working MTP,PTP or UMS not Working
-for some users "com.qualcomm.timeserver" fc time to time can be solved in Time settings there disable the automatic services
maybe Screen Mirroring is not Working waiting for confirm
Newest build
-Solved sod
Still SoD in the last Version, still need Wake app
Newest build: https://mega.nz/#!OcJ0BKKQ!hkQN4SnzY-40tm9v79vzP_erZxIxtpa0_jPwMvLQaiU
- Solved sod
-cm12.1 for SM-A300F, SM-A300H, SM-A300M (http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...m-cyanogenmod-12-1-samsung-galaxy-a3-t3232379)
Know issue:
- preview of camera problem, resolvable changing the resolution or use alternative software like camera fv-5, camerimgo etc....
-nfc doesn't tested
-resurrection_remix for SM-A300FU by @cbolumar
-Resurrection-Remix-LP-v5.5.9-20151224-a3ultexx.zip
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24343351889232218
know issue:
-constant working touch buttons
-preview of camera problem, fix it changing the aspect ratio of preview in 16:9
-usb doesn't work (only adb work)
-in energysafe mode go in sod.
- Genezis Deodex BOI1 DEC/12/2015 (based on A300MUBU1BOI1) tested only on A300M
http://forum.xda-developers.com/samsung-a-series/development/rom-genezis-a300m-deodex-t3262721
-[ROM][5.1.1][A3F][A3H][A3M] AOSP 5.1.1 for GALAXY A3
http://forum.xda-developers.com/samsung-a-series/development/rom-aosp-5-t3293984
only for model:
-SM-A300F
-SM-A300H
-SM-A300M
know issue:
-Camera in photo mode (distorted preview) - Workaround: select another resolution to fix the issue temporarily.
-Wi-Fi can't be enabled on some basebands.
-NFC features are not properly tested.
For more update read the specified topic of rom builder.
- WHASISTROM (We HAve SImple STock ROM).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...ment/rom-whasistrom-simple-stock-rom-t3315631
only for model: a300fu.
feautures:
-debloated
-rooted
-busyboxed
-zipaligned
-deoxeded
-add app for block survey, root browser, terminal emulator, SELinuxModeChanger
Issue:
notjing
-a big thank to:
@george0884, @Duke2010 for the idea, after trying the genezis rom.
@JustArchi for you kitchen
@Intel777chanel for you TWRP
@z31s1g themes for TWRP
@bigtinCam for AdFree app http://adfree.odiousapps.com
Stock rom:
-deoxeded rom SM-A300F, SM-A300fu.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...odex-deodex-thread-samsung-galaxy-a3-t3174124
know issue:
SM-A300FU wifi broken
-how to deodex your rom samsung galaxy a7/a5/a3
http://forum.xda-developers.com/samsung-a-series/general/tuto-how-to-deodex-a3-a5-a7-roms-t3214058
-ROMs Samsung Galaxy A3 SM-A300F/SM-A300FU/SM-A300H stock firmware update 5.0.2
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...om-stock-firmware-galaxy-a3-sm-a300f-t3228626
TIPS:
-root
Use cf-autoroot and flash it with Odin. https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/ search the version of your phone, SM-A300*
- [MOD][Stock Rom] Enable More Quick Tiles on Touchwiz by astrit1
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...ment/mod-enable-quick-tiles-touchwiz-t3232368
-enable Call recording. http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...able-call-recording-sm-a300fu-tested-t3295342
-xposed only for deoxeded rom.
Arter97s v75
Arter97s v79 Test version
@MatrixDJ96 's, which is patched above Arters v79 work(LINK)
@dkcldark 's v80.1, which i think is also based on arters and wanams work (LINK)
-note 5 marshmallow launcher 6 beta, theme store doesn't work.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=63878558
-Sim Unlock Working for SM-A300FU
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...im-unlock-samsung-galaxy-a3sm-a300fu-t3063681
-[Guide] How to make your Galaxy A7/A5/A3 more stylish and a bit faster.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/samsung-a-series/general/guide-how-to-make-galaxy-a7-a5-a3-t3205717
-OPEN SOURCE CODE BY SAMSUNG
Link
INFO:
-samsung galaxy a* specification:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/samsung-a-series/general/specs-samsung-galaxy-series-t3247535
-pit files for samsung a series (i found many phone in it). http://forum.xda-developers.com/samsung-a-series/general/files-pit-files-series-t3214596 @jose g
VERY USEFULL NOOB GUIDE -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66546261&postcount=521 @Jonny_Hood
DEVELOPING GUIDE:
- Android ROM Development From Source To End by @jackeagle
http://forum.xda-developers.com/chef-central/android/guide-android-rom-development-t2814763
DEVELOPING TOOLS:
- [KITCHEN][LINUX] SuperR's Kitchen by @SuperR.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/chef-central/android/kitchen-superrs-kitchen-t3202296
HELP THE DEV WITH YOUR LOGCAT!
How to logcat your device:
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=67035455
Group:
- telegram
https://telegram.me/joinchat/ChKQOwdNxPr_cw-_BZvpNQ

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We have a TWRP worth mentioning here as well...
Ps, some A5 mods work, which made me curious to test some Note 4/S6 ports for S4/N3/N4. Initially, i got Samsung Keyboard with Numbers Row working, and right now, i even tried the Marshmallow Note 5 Launcher, and amazingly, it works, even with the theme store.
Launcher & Theme Store, all credits go to the original porter @Albe95
Edit: Ironically, i had a few restarts, after a few hours of problem free usage. Will report further on this...

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nowheel said:
This thread is only for info of various build and tips for Samsung a3 devices, now I search all info, build, software, tips.. If you find something write a post, after I try and update the first post of this thread.
If you found a problem in rom posted in this thread, write in specific thread of rom.
Build in development:
-cm12.1 for SM-A300FU(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3273323)
Know issue:
-Regular sod (screen of death) resolvable with cpuawake
-preview of camera problem, resolvable changing the resolution or use alternative software like camera fv-5, camerimgo etc....
-proximity sensor doesn't work.
-nfc doesn't tested
-cm12.1 for SM-A300F, SM-A300H, SM-A300M (http://forum.xda-developers.com/sam...m-cyanogenmod-12-1-samsung-galaxy-a3-t3232379)
Know issue:
- preview of camera problem, resolvable changing the resolution or use alternative software like camera fv-5, camerimgo etc....
-nfc doesn't tested
For more update read the specified topic of rom builder.
Tips:
-root
Use cf-autoroot and flash it with Odin. https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/ search the version of your phone, SM-A300*
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Hey nowheel.I was using Kingroot a while ago and my phone's battery died.When I turned it on I had the boot loop problem.After flashing the firmware I used kingroot again,which I'm still using.Can I unroot and and turn off my phone safely so I can use Odin to flash from chainfire(no reboot just turn off).Is everything safe as far as you know?

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I don't know if uroot make problem, I think make clean flash is better always... I don't have problem with cfautoroot but I have make multiple flash of various root and my phone run fine... No problem, with cfautoroot

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PlutoDelic said:
We have a TWRP worth mentioning here as well...
Ps, some A5 mods work, which made me curious to test some Note 4/S6 ports for S4/N3/N4. Initially, i got Samsung Keyboard with Numbers Row working, and right now, i even tried the Marshmallow Note 5 Launcher, and amazingly, it works, even with the theme store.
Launcher & Theme Store, all credits go to the original porter @Albe95
Edit: Ironically, i had a few restarts, after a few hours of problem free usage. Will report further on this...
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Tomorrow I update the post with link of twrp...

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nowheel said:
I don't know if uroot make problem, I think make clean flash is better always... I don't have problem with cfautoroot but I have make multiple flash of various root and my phone run fine... No problem, with cfautoroot
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Ok,Thanks for responding

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PlutoDelic said:
We have a TWRP worth mentioning here as well...
Ps, some A5 mods work, which made me curious to test some Note 4/S6 ports for S4/N3/N4. Initially, i got Samsung Keyboard with Numbers Row working, and right now, i even tried the Marshmallow Note 5 Launcher, and amazingly, it works, even with the theme store.
Launcher & Theme Store, all credits go to the original porter @Albe95
Edit: Ironically, i had a few restarts, after a few hours of problem free usage. Will report further on this...
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Theme store on A3 don't work

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Android2.1 said:
Theme store on A3 don't work
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Should I install the N5 launcher then?

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Galaxiez said:
Should I install the N5 launcher then?
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No,now i tried to install.
Inviato dal mio SM-G3815 utilizzando Tapatalk

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Android2.1 said:
No,now i tried to install.
Inviato dal mio SM-G3815 utilizzando Tapatalk
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OK thanks for letting me know.
Sent from my SM-A300FU using Tapatalk

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Galaxiez said:
OK thanks for letting me know.
Sent from my SM-A300FU using Tapatalk
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Note 5 launcher work perfectly!
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Inviato dal mio SM-A300FU utilizzando Tapatalk

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Android2.1 said:
Note 5 launcher work perfectly!View attachment 3620592
Inviato dal mio SM-A300FU utilizzando Tapatalk
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I'll flash lollipop again and then flash CF root.Maybe I'll try later!
Sent from my SM-A300FU using Tapatalk

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The launcher works flawlessly, but the Theme Store makes the system unbootable the moment you apply a theme .
i tired renaming the device to SM-G920F and SM-A310F but with no results, i think it is due to the resolution difference, themes seem to work for devices with 720p and above...
but the launcher works .

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how to unable otg cable on a300fu 5.0.2

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Medox Rsb said:
how to unable otg cable on a300fu 5.0.2
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Can you explain better?

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Galaxiez said:
Can you explain better?
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Cable otg does not work with a300fu

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R remix, the buttons aren't active while device is locked. Not for me anyways

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Galaxiez said:
Hey nowheel.I was using Kingroot a while ago and my phone's battery died.When I turned it on I had the boot loop problem.After flashing the firmware I used kingroot again,which I'm still using.Can I unroot and and turn off my phone safely so I can use Odin to flash from chainfire(no reboot just turn off).Is everything safe as far as you know?
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hi there, it seems to me that king root is a solution but in my experience a bad one. However after flashing a few roms I find that Wondershare MobileGo from play store works the best, after connecting a phone it has "one click root" and it does the job every time simple and only in one click. Program has lots of good functionality as well, you can always try it and basically you end up fully rooted with SuperSu.
As i said once i had to root with kingo and it wasn't flawless all the time so i found solution how to switch to supersu and remove kingo completely with the thing called Super-Sume . if anyone wants a walk-trough just ask.

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garbanura said:
hi there, it seems to me that king root is a solution but in my experience a bad one. However after flashing a few roms I find that Wondershare MobileGo from play store works the best, after connecting a phone it has "one click root" and it does the job every time simple and only in one click. Program has lots of good functionality as well, you can always try it and basically you end up fully rooted with SuperSu.
As i said once i had to root with kingo and it wasn't flawless all the time so i found solution how to switch to supersu and remove kingo completely with the thing called Super-Sume . if anyone wants a walk-trough just ask.
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I flashed CF root the same day I poster here,about an hour later!

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ozzfan1989 said:
R remix, the buttons aren't active while device is locked. Not for me anyways
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Try to touch the touch button, the phone vibrate...