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My employer just purchased an AT&T Captivate and loves it. He has already loaded it with apps and I flashed the overclock kernal (1.2) to it to make it a little bit snappier. He uses his phone and Galaxy Tablet for work and is interested in trying out a rom because he isn't too happy about the interface. I have the Droid X and that is the entire reason that he wanted a Droid phone. Anyway, he is addicted now and I am not too sure about the Captivate and don't want to make a mistake for obvious reasons, but would like to "hook him up" with a good rom. Any suggestions? I would like to put it on using Clockwork Mod, he just purchased it 2 days ago off of the market and I would like for him to see that he can actually use it. Oh, the phone is at 2.1, rooted with z4root and the 1.2 kernal.
He also has a friend that claims to have a Captivate overclocked to a stable 1.4? I have done A LOT of reading and short of trying something out on the phone, I am as ready as I can be! I have made a nandroid backup of the phone!
Thanks for any expert help out there!
You will come to find out that these threads get locked all the time because what might be good for one phone is not for another. Unfortunately I could suggest say Cognition because it works great on my phone, but his phone might not be stable. Same if I said to use Doc's rom. It really depends on if he wants to stay on a Captivate rom vs. an I9000 rom. Each has pros and cons and the best way to chose is read about each rom available and just test.
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You will come to find out that these threads get locked all the time because what might be good for one phone is not for another. Unfortunately I could suggest say Cognition because it works great on my phone, but his phone might not be stable. Same if I said to use Doc's rom. It really depends on if he wants to stay on a Captivate rom vs. an I9000 rom. Each has pros and cons and the best way to chose is read about each rom available and just test.
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With my old Captivate I always had issues when trying to use i9000 ROMs (batch 1007). So I always stayed with Captivate based ROMs.
CB650 Wolf said:
With my old Captivate I always had issues when trying to use i9000 ROMs (batch 1007). So I always stayed with Captivate based ROMs.
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Yeah that was kind of what I was getting at with my explanation. Thanks for stating that because I personally have not had any issues, but I know people do with certain Rom's. That is why these which is best threads really are not good for knowing what is best on each phone.
Thanks for the replies! I will try it out tomorrow. Do you know if there is a custom kernal that is overclocked past 1.2?
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HHF2 said:
Thanks for the replies! I will try it out tomorrow. Do you know if there is a custom kernal that is overclocked past 1.2?
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Seitron has a kernel that people have run to 1.4 and I assume it is stable.
in my experience the stock rom is best if you want minimal bugs
not very glamorous or fast, however
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Thanks for the replies! I will try it out tomorrow. Do you know if there is a custom kernal that is overclocked past 1.2?
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Setirons kernel goes up to 1.6 actually but there are not many captivates out there that can handle even the 1.4. Mine is only able to run 1.3 stable. Trial and error. Also you have to remember the captivates battery life is not the greatest stock so add an oc'ed kernel and battery is gonna drain faster.
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If you want a rom that is stable fast and awesome do tayutamas light rom its old but stable and fast im in the works of helping create a newawsomely amazing rom and it will rock when we release it but seriously tayutamas light rom rocks so just flash the tl3 modem and it will rock like anything else out there just throttle u should no
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Are these roms flashed with clockwork as zip files or using something else?
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Flashed through clockwork
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in my experience the stock rom is best if you want minimal bugs
not very glamorous or fast, however
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That's laughable at best.
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Thanks to you all, I am downloading a rom now! Hopefully I will not be back in a few with a brick lol.
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MikeyMike01 said:
That's laughable at best.
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I think you will find quite a few people who agree with me here. Every custom rom I have tried has bugs that stock doesn't have. And I hate that the answer to that is to flash the new version of the rom every week. Stuff like media volume, battery life and these so called GPS "fixes"
Stock + root + lagfix - bloatware = best combination for reliability and full functionality IMO
I will continue to try custom roms, maybe this will change in the future
What do you do to fix the lag?
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What do you do to fix the lag?
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What Rom did you download? It depends on if it has a Voodoo lag fix, which you would have heard the voice or if it is a lag fix you need to enable. Go into Recovery and see if there are any additional menus like CWM and Lagfix or something like that.
on my 1007 batch captivate i find non oc'ed i9000 roms work the best
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I think you will find quite a few people who agree with me here. Every custom rom I have tried has bugs that stock doesn't have. And I hate that the answer to that is to flash the new version of the rom every week. Stuff like media volume, battery life and these so called GPS "fixes"
Stock + root + lagfix - bloatware = best combination for reliability and full functionality IMO
I will continue to try custom roms, maybe this will change in the future
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I do agree with you. Until we get a 2.2 rom based off a CAPTIVATE NON-BETA 2.2 Build, I am sticking with 2.1. Maybe a ROM based off Armani would work OK, but so far all the ROMs based off i9000 or Captivate 2.2 betas leave me wanting.
I use one for a while and find some little irritations that i just can't stand -so i go back to 2.1.
I know the Devs are trying, but we need 2.2 source for captivate to really have some rock solid roms. Samsung still says it is on its way, so I will still patiently wait - i have other toys to play with too.
Thanks to all. After bricking it twice, once requiring one click odin I finally got it. Funny thing is the rom didn't get me, it was the theme posted right under, it was a sic apple! Anyway thanks to the great people who take the time to write the tutorials and take their time to help a complete stranger. I can only continue to learn so that I can repay the favor by helping others. Thanks again!!
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What ROM/Kernel pair is the most stable, has EVERYTHING functional (camera, BT, ect..) and is better on battery the same if not better than GB 2.3.3, thank you
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What ROM/Kernel pair is the most stable, has EVERYTHING functional (camera, BT, ect..) and is better on battery the same if not better than GB 2.3.3, thank you
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miui is really stable for me, and some cm7 nightlies, eagles blood 1.07 is better on battery than 1.08, and wepon g2x reboots on me.
right now im using miui 1.8.19 with go launcher and no problems. its very smooth
Lol way not to answer his question. MIUI is based of CM7 and cannot do AD2P. Try xboarders tweaked OTA ROM. Everything's functional and has tremendous battery life.
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Lol way not to answer his question. MIUI is based of CM7 and cannot do AD2P. Try xboarders tweaked OTA ROM. Everything's functional and has tremendous battery life.
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Wonder why I didn't answer him? lol, and I have never heard of xboarders, tell me MORE
Haha well it is the official OTA (2.3.3) taken and tweaked for speed and performance and slimmed down and pre rooted, so everything works like it should and it's faster than ever especially when overclocked with faux123's kernel.
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Haha well it is the official OTA (2.3.3) taken and tweaked for speed and performance and slimmed down and pre rooted, so everything works like it should and it's faster than ever especially when overclocked with faux123's kernel.
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Where can I get this ROM? when did it come out? and is there a lot of support for it?
Weapon g2x is great and stable. Everything works and was updated today
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hey In my opinion mr hat is right you want xboarders stock ota tweeked rom you can get it here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1158513
That was what I used before I decided to move on to Eaglesblood and give up my streaming music but EB is definitly the best ROM for me. For you it sounds like XB is the way to go. The only thing is you wont find any updsates or real support for it. Apparently Xboarder had a problem with some people in this fourm or maybee it was the other way around they had a problem with him but either way he is no longer developing for the g2x last I heard I think he is now working on the sensation but the rom does not need anything it is 100% functional in my opinion it is as good as it gets for a stock ROM with no real add ons just root and no crap on it. Let me know how you like it.
but isnt always certain that adding any kernel to that stock rom by xboarder will break video or is that issue related to other phones?
Mine works beautifully.
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Mine works beautifully.
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So, nothing broke with faux kernel and aosp rom? Nice
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Mister Hat said:
Mine works beautifully.
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What ROM and Kernel are you running? Obviously xboards ROM, what kernel?
Weapon 2.5 caused my phone to shut down twice, I did do a clean install.
I am going to stay with it though!
G2X or Not???
I have been debating getting the G2X. I am a bit bored and currently using a Vibrant on Bionix 1.3.1. The Vibrant works great with the new ROM, but I wanted the front and rear facing cameras, a flash for the camera, and the dual core would not hurt
Is it worth getting or should I just wait for the Galaxy S II? The G2X looks like a great device, but is there a lot of development for it (ROMS, etc)?
Problem with waiting for the Galaxy S II is the high price when it first comes out, so it would be a while before prices come down.
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I have been debating getting the G2X. I am a bit bored and currently using a Vibrant on Bionix 1.3.1. The Vibrant works great with the new ROM, but I wanted the front and rear facing cameras, a flash for the camera, and the dual core would not hurt
Is it worth getting or should I just wait for the Galaxy S II? The G2X looks like a great device, but is there a lot of development for it (ROMS, etc)?
Problem with waiting for the Galaxy S II is the high price when it first comes out, so it would be a while before prices come down.
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There is alot of support for ROMs for the g2x, I got mine 2 weeks ago and its has been my favorite phone so far.
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Id have to say this has been my favorite android phone so far....I like the ability to flash...it would be nice to have a few more devs working on things but I love cm7 and don't plan on switching so development is fine. Although when I was on my captivate hardcores speedmod kernels always rocked
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apicia said:
I have been debating getting the G2X. I am a bit bored and currently using a Vibrant on Bionix 1.3.1. The Vibrant works great with the new ROM, but I wanted the front and rear facing cameras, a flash for the camera, and the dual core would not hurt
Is it worth getting or should I just wait for the Galaxy S II? The G2X looks like a great device, but is there a lot of development for it (ROMS, etc)?
Problem with waiting for the Galaxy S II is the high price when it first comes out, so it would be a while before prices come down.
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I'd your flash happy you will not be happy with this phone. Especially coming from a vibrant, there is barely anything happening here.
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Weapon gets my nod...and never had any reboots or anything weird like that.
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So far Eaglesblood 1.08 is by far the best rom it has the best battery use and it is the most stable it never crashed on me once I loved it 1.07 seemed good too but I just liked 1.08 better. weapon crashed on me 4 times in 3 hours so I did not even give it a full day to test. I usually give a ROM a week to see what it can do unless there is a problem from the begining. I am currently testing MIUI so far it looks like an I-phone piece of **** and but I kinda like it. I was able to put launcher pro on but as I am writing this post it is force closing everything it just started I guess it doesnt want a good reveiw LOL. Well Now it wont stop even after a hard boot and a complete powerdown and a permissions fix so thats it for MIUI it is not getting a week HMMM what next? Anyone? For now I am going back to goog old EB or maybee XB stock tweeked until I can figure out which one is next I like xb for 2.3.3 stock and the LG camera is just about done they have ver 3.0 out and they fixed alot of stuff I tried it out yesterday and it is really good props to those guys. Well if anyone thinks they know whice one I should try next let me know.
To the guy who was thinking of getting this phone I would it is a great phone the most user friendly device I have ever had and also the easiest thing to hack ever. If you like to hack phones or if you just like a good fast phone then this is for you. Good luck.
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Haha well it is the official OTA (2.3.3) taken and tweaked for speed and performance and slimmed down and pre rooted, so everything works like it should and it's faster than ever especially when overclocked with faux123's kernel.
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Question still stands, are you running Xboards build 1.2.2 of GB 2.3.3 with fauxes kernel 0.1.3 OC or SV?
Hello everyone, Im a noob here and with this new hobby. Im not a noob to the whole aspect tho, I did alot with DTV and DN then FTA so I have some knowoledge. I just rooted and installed S7 rom, then like a noob locked it out but figured out how to fix. So my question being a noob is what does everyone consider the best ROM for the infuse and why? And youre opionion on best apps to install once freed up? Glad to meet everyone here and thanks for all the reading I have done over last 3 days, it saved me and my phone LOL.
The new bionix is a infuse based rom but the ports coming in are awesome as well try the new darky rom!!
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try a few pick the one you like most
+1 cheezy...I'm enjoying darky myself...everybody has their own preferences
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thanks everyone, I probally will try them all after everyones feedback, like i said im new and running S7 and hate resetting my gmail and reloading all my apps after re-installation. This way i can read and investigate all roms peeps suggest before I make the leap. S7 is ok i guess but was expecting so much more, right now got my eye on Bionix, but all your inputs helps a noob like me out greatly. Thanks
im running the new bionix i like it so far
Cool can you tell us why what you think the advanages are?
I'm running Infused v2.2.3, it's a great rom that gives good battery life. Unforunately, the developer has stopped work on it (he's supposed to be coming back once AT&T GB releases). But it's a solid rom.
CM7 or Darky. Darky is likely the best i9000/Captivate/Vibrant ROM, if you really want an Infuse based ROM, the only one I've used is Infused and it's pretty good.
AT&T's lastest leak: KK2 with Entropy's kernel for root.
I've removed most of the bloatware and did my own theme with pieces from this theme and that theme.
I get 14-18 hours on a charge. WiFi, Bluetooth & Data all work and are fast.
Only problem is video being broke.
I'm enjoying the Infused 2.2.3 also. Very stable, and greta battery life.
MIUI is awesome some bugs semi broken bluetooth havent tried the darky or some of the other newer roms tried dlev was alright infused was ok. Would wait for ICS before flashing something new.
Miui is my favorite. Works better than anything I've tried.
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miui will be the best...when they fix it...glad someone else picked up that headache
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I've tried a lot of the roms out right now, I kept going back to Infused from gtg465x because of it's stability (I like to know for sure that I'm getting my calls and messages) but currently I'm very pleased with the mosaic ROM. It's really a great balance of stability and style, with just enough customizable options to make it feel unique. Also my wife has an infuse and she is a big fan of the Doctorz ROM (they just released version 9 that apparently fixed some of the glitches that v8 had) but I am steadily turning her into a regular flasher...of roms. lol. Anyway shealso tried the black one and it was very flashy but had lots of Italian glitches, currently she's tuning the GingerReal2 and she loves it.
Bottom line is...a matter of preference. I like stability with a dash of flashy, some people prefer flashy and don't care if some stuff doesn't work...others don't care if there phone is as boring as a rotary from the 80's as long as they can count on it working properly.
Hope this helps and have fun flashing!
X,
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VictoryRom v1.7 working best for me. No issues of any kind. KK2 does NOT have broken video like previously mentioned. My videos and youtube work great. I flashed it over a fresh install of gtg's unbrick.
i am also trying to find the best rom, but they all seem to have small problems that aren't necessarily dealbreakers, but slightly annoying to deal with every single day. I have been running cm7 for a while, and it's awesome, but I want my bluetooth audio back. i might be wrong on this one, but I think all the captivate/i9000 ports are going to have that "first call" bug. I was looking through all the leaks, and they seem to have widespread weirdness, which is what i would expect from a leak. I guess what I'm looking for is the latest version of android I can get without these bugs. should i go back to stock?
infused 2.2.3 with E's daily driver.
A lot of roms are not based on the infuse, those will break your bluetooth; thats a deal breaker for me. I would like to try some of the others and I have heard some really great things about them, but need the bluetooth for my car.
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i am also trying to find the best rom, but they all seem to have small problems that aren't necessarily dealbreakers, but slightly annoying to deal with every single day. I have been running cm7 for a while, and it's awesome, but I want my bluetooth audio back. i might be wrong on this one, but I think all the captivate/i9000 ports are going to have that "first call" bug. I was looking through all the leaks, and they seem to have widespread weirdness, which is what i would expect from a leak. I guess what I'm looking for is the latest version of android I can get without these bugs. should i go back to stock?
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KK2 builds should get your bt audio working. Anyone with bt audio in their car should avoid MIUI and CM7...they will never get the bt working on the Infuse.
Bluetooth works fine for me.
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I am looking for a decent gingerbread rom that is stable and efficient. Not looking for a whole lot of bells and whistles but want it to run well. Not sure what the best one out there is. I have tried a couple and they seem pretty good but wanted to throw this out there...
btw - I took a look at some other posts on the same topic but they all seemed to be older... thanks for the help.
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I am looking for a decent gingerbread rom that is stable and efficient. Not looking for a whole lot of bells and whistles but want it to run well. Not sure what the best one out there is. I have tried a couple and they seem pretty good but wanted to throw this out there...
btw - I took a look at some other posts on the same topic but they all seemed to be older... thanks for the help.
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Stock leak UCKL2 is very stable and fast.
VictoryROM is only minimally modded. Also fast and stable.
Ports have their fancy bells and whistles but have their flaws.
Infuse based roms: Bionix, Numas, Caty and Zeus seems popular...
Some of the "older" ROMs are gtg's infused and mikey's S7.
if you want a gb w/o frills..go with stock leak uckl2
Cm7 is awesome as is Zeus, caty, bionix, and numas. All of those will make ur phone all warm and fuzzy feeling
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Stock UCKL2 is your best bet, if you are not wanting to much. I stay on it because I'm not into theming that much. MIUI is good too. I ran on it for a couple of days and liked it.
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Is there somewhere that defines the features, pluses, minuses of these ROMs?
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Is there somewhere that defines the features, pluses, minuses of these ROMs?
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Good question.
btw - I have been checking out some of the ROM's you guys recommend. Good stuff.
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Is there somewhere that defines the features, pluses, minuses of these ROMs?
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Go to the dev section. Look at the super thread. You have to read the OP of each ROM and find one that appeals to your taste. That's the beauty of Android and custom ROM
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1293751
so far ZEUS is my preferred ROM
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Currently running Z*E*U*S ROM
God Loves The Infantry
ZEUS!!!!!!!!
Download a few and see what's one works best on your phone
E3D
Use stock KL2 if you want simple, fast and fully working.
You don't want Zeus (heavily altered) and you really don't want CM7 or MIUI (not fully functional).
Each rom thread normally has all the info you need as to what works, what doesn't and how to install. Take your time, browse and READ.
Zeeeeusss calls you are you ready? Lolol
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Best way to find one that suits you is to go out and test drive a few. Mix and match kernels/ modems, etc. and find what works best. Just give each one a couple/ few days to get a good feel.
I'm testing out MIUI right now, as a change of pace, and like the setup of the folders and such.
Flash 'em, run 'em and enjoy the freedom of Andriod!
Zeus may be heavily altered but I assure you everything is functional....to the tenth power...with 3 times the speed and smoothness of any other....alot of hard work in this masterpiece.....that's what I run and I have to keep a chain on my infuse or it will get away from me!
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ZEUS ZEUS ZEUS ZEUS ZEUS. Although themed, the extent to which it is themed is tasteful and looks awesome. Dman, Experiment and others put a lot of hard work into that bad boy. It is fully functional, fast and stable. You will not be disappointed!!! i guarantee it! At least give it a shot!
Happy flashing to all!
Thanks a bunch for all the posts. I have been part of a lot of forums thru the years and this one is definitely kept proper.
btw - since everyone is so hot on Zeus, does it have 100% compatibility with bluetooth?
Yes everything works on Zeus Bluetooth 100% except maybe HDMI not sure bout that
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I see quite a few custom ROMS being actively and heavily developed in the Dev forum for LG G2x, and that makes me wonder which ROM is the best? best means performance, UI, and maybe battery life as well?
*Sigh*
They are all good, why dont you start flashing then post back here when you can tell me which is the best
P.s. There are tonnes of threads exactly like this if you spend 5 mins too search
Edit: Team Hellfire FTW!!
Look around. Flash away. One Rom might be best for you but not for me. It is what works for you. Try searching other 29585 similar topics. They will tell you the same thing.
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Well what are you looking for? A stock rom, use Bionix Reloaded. A CM7 rom, use EaglesBlood. Or ICS, use Hellfire or AOKP. These are just the best roms that have worked with me, so I recommend flashing them and if they dont work for you, try others.
Also, I always use Faux's kernels. Hope this helps.
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Hellfire Phoenix has been the best for me although I haven't really tried many of the others. I hear good things about EB but honestly you just have to flash and try them out to see which will work best for you