Hi all,
I am the happy owner of a transformer chinese version. But unfortunately, i dont have google apps, market and other stuff in my tab.
I wish to root, so i will be able to install an US custom firmware and then i should be able to get everything.
After looking at all the guide, there is a talk about BLOB but i cant understand exactly what is this?
There is apparently blob V4 and blob V5. Can you please let me know the difference and which one should i use?
Thanks a Lot
Well after consulting with my own common sense, I surprisingly came to the conclusion that V5 was an updated V4, then by searching the forums I confirmed these astounding findings!
Thanks for the answer and the bit of humour
Maybe there is any relations with firmware version?
I emphasis that i dont know what is a blob at all...
The blob in this case simply installs clockworkmod recovery. This does not correlate with any ROM.
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I've been browsing and searching this website all over to find some info on what would be a good shipped ROM for the Kaiser.
I know u guys r writing that everyone find his own way to setup the phone.
but Since it has the same hardware than I think there must be some good ROM version the people would recommend to use.
I know for sure that WM6.1 runs very very slow... (unless u have it otherwise).
I'm a real newbie to these thing and have no warranty to my phone so I don't want to mess with it much. So please help me out here.
Also how can check my phone to see if my currnet SPL is unlocked to flash and OS is coocked or shipped?
tnx
Leeoz
http://forum.xda-developers.com/search.php
thats your best bet, unless you want to be purposely flamed?
1.) Kaiser WIKI / Reading stickies.
credit to Alltheway.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=369282
Yeah...basically what these guys said. Look it up.
People on here are glad to help but only after it is obvious you have tried to find the answer on your own.
Not again Please take the initiative to try ALL the ROMs out and choose which one you like best.
I've tried many of the latest roms like L26V12, Hyper Dragons III(HSUPA), ROMeOS4.5.1, DK SupaClean, KaiserMedia V2, NATF's ATT ROM, Garmin's DK3.1 and Final. I've found Garmin's DK3.1 and final are the best ones out there. I still need to tweak it a little like changing all the boot screen, animation, welcomeheah96, the radio and keyboard fix. After all that, I'm loving my phone again. Like everyone eles said: read, read, read, flash, flash, flash, play with it, play with it, play with it, find the one you like.
kareem9nba said:
Not again Please take the initiative to try ALL the ROMs out and choose which one you like best.
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excatly what i did, went through 6 different ones in all (Duttys 6.1, ROMeOS etc) before finally settling on sleuths V3.0 as i felt it suited me more (and got my gps working!) the install/flash procedure was a doddle and everything happened as it should.
read the instructions on HardSPL, flashing roms etc and follow them to the letter!
you'll be flashing in no time! i cant belive how easy it was!
Redundant thread. Redundant thread. Redundant thread.
Alright devs, much help needed to develop a fast/clean ROM for Flytouch2 / SuperPAD... All we've had is the #3925 upgrade and little to no support. Rgocal (androidtablets.net) has been developing a new launcher for the tablet and is near the testing phase. He also has Recovery built, but is in need of how to package it into a file for installation via Clockwork ROM manager on our tablets. It should make deving much easier and custom ROM's a breeze.
Many thanks in advance for any help that can be provided. Please PM me or check www.androidtablets.net/forum/gome-flytouch-ii-firmware/19602-source-code-superpad-devs.html for more info.
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I guess I'm stuck with this one on my own.
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Do you need instructions on how to make a .zip that is flashable from within ClockworkMod , or did I really read your post miss? If it's like this I can help you.
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Do you need instructions on how to make a .zip that is flashable from within ClockworkMod , or did I really miss read your post? If it's like this I can help you.
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That would certainly get me started. I know how to make a .zip file, but where to install it (in clockwork) would be something different. I need to make sure all the files are there that I need to work. We do not have a working recovery for this tablet. the process is coming along, but slowly. I am learning this as fast as I can, but we need help.
There is more to it than that, but I guess I wasn't spacific enough. I am relativly new to this, but I do know my way around. I can provide a list of things we need assistance with if this will help.
I didn't think I was being too obtuse in saying that we needed help. When no one responded, I figured that we'd be on our own (as usual). If my comments have come off as crass, then I apologize. Its not been easy to learn this coding, etc (understandably). This tablet, the redheaded stepchild it is, is hopefully going to be something to be reckoned with once developed.
Our next BIG project will be to work with a ROM like cm7 to utilize the gingerbread platform. I personally, would like to see a Honeycomb port, but that is in the distant future.
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I bought a used transformer this past weekend and its already running prime overclocked to 1.6ghz. My question is how do I return to stock so I can install the icecream sandwich update when it become available? Every other android device I've owned has had a one click restore of some soft but I can't seem to.find anything here like that. If someone could please point me in the right direction it would be greatly appreciated.
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i believe first everyone will tell you to search extensively about your topic and the answers are available.
i will however help ya out with the specifics of what your lookin for.(and just so you know the devs will probably get you ICS before asus does or very shortly thereafter, so you might want to consider your options once you do your research)
your going to wanna look up the differences in device serial number versions the pre b70 versions and the b70+ versions. look into the sbkv1 and sbkv2(secure boot key). its very likely yours is a pre b70 which for now is probably good. the later versions have a locked bootloader and the more powerful tool nvflash doesnt work currently.
i belive yours is older (but be sure!!!) and should be able to utilize the nvflash method of unrooting/unbricking. this is what you wanna reasearch....
im in the earning process myself and want to better the transformer community anyway i can and im a firm believer that knowledge is power...............but also comes with responsibility
if you have questions by all means ask but you really should spend some time researching your device and this community and exhaust your intelligence before calling on someone elses....i say this only because many more experienced members will really get on you for asking questions you can answer your self... youve gotten this far your on the right track.
beyond that i will glady help anyone i can and im learning as well so im hungry for the info i guess...
Anyone see what im saying as wromg or misguided plz let me know....
Yeah mine is the original purchased in may.
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Hello,
I agree with the question. How can I return to the Stock ROM?
At the Moment i have the Revolution HD on mein TF.
I search, but i cant find the answer
thx for your help
Heck the easiest way I know of to flash to stock is nvflash a stock ROM. Just did that to send back my TF for an RMA, No trouble at all, Snag a stock ROM from Asus website (or here on XDA). Search nvflash and you'll be good to go, Very straightforward process, really.
Sent from my Transformer TF101 using xda premium
Thanks for your answer.
I rootet my Pad with Brks_rootkit_v7.1.
I think this program was made a backup from original stock rom befor i rootet my pad. Is this correct?
Can i use Brks_rootkit_v7.1 to become to original stock?
thx
beagle5
Yep, if you have a backup from your stock made by brks rootkit 7.1 then you can put your tablet back to stock rom.
If you don't have a backup stock rom, then go to tabletroms.com and search in the forum for asus transformer nvflash unbricking tools, this is a tool from zerofeel. This solutions works really well and I use it to keep getting back to original stock rom, before I put a new rom and kernel on my tablet.
Good-luck with it and remember use it at your own risk.
But nvflash doesn't work with b70+, is there a guide to go back without nvflash? Besides that, i got the latest DE Firmware and i want to have a possibility to go back to stock before i root..just in case...is there any way?
I think the answer is here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19339153&postcount=36
(did not try this)
Hi all,
I just picked up my Infinity off Craigslist the other day. I know, a little late but I have been lusting after one for quite a while but just couldn't justify the price tag. I finally found one in Amethyst gray 64mb model with keyboard dock and some other goodies for a price that I could afford so I picked it up. I have been reading the forum for a while so I was aware of what to look for and, although it does have a little bit of a loose screen, i really don't feel that bad about it for the price.
I am not new to Android so I have already unlocked and rooted it using the Asus unlock tool and motochopper. I read through all of the "All in one" posts and that lead me to install CROMI-X 4.6.9 although I was still a bit confused about which ROM to install. Is CROMI-X the new version or is it ClearROM Inheritance? The ROM I installed definitely seems a lot more snappy than the stock ROM and the device seems to be working very well.
If anyone could help me with some of the generic questions I have below I would greatly appreciate it.
Which ROM is the current favorite?
Is Data2SD really necessary?
If I move to Data2SD, can I do anything with the 64MB or does this essentially become not used?
Should I install a separate kernel than the one with the ROM? If so, Is this done through the TWRP utility just like a ROM?
One more thing, DEODEX'ed or ODEX? Do they run differently or is it just a developer thing?
I know that the activity around this device has wained but if there is one of you experts out there that wouldn't mind answering another Newbie's questions I would appreciate it.
Thanks again for the great forum and all the effort you all put into it.
Jeff
gixxer340 said:
Hi all,
I just picked up my Infinity off Craigslist the other day. I know, a little late but I have been lusting after one for quite a while but just couldn't justify the price tag. I finally found one in Amethyst gray 64mb model with keyboard dock and some other goodies for a price that I could afford so I picked it up. I have been reading the forum for a while so I was aware of what to look for and, although it does have a little bit of a loose screen, i really don't feel that bad about it for the price.
I am not new to Android so I have already unlocked and rooted it using the Asus unlock tool and motochopper. I read through all of the "All in one" posts and that lead me to install CROMI-X 4.6.9 although I was still a bit confused about which ROM to install. Is CROMI-X the new version or is it ClearROM Inheritance? The ROM I installed definitely seems a lot more snappy than the stock ROM and the device seems to be working very well.
If anyone could help me with some of the generic questions I have below I would greatly appreciate it.
Which ROM is the current favorite?
Is Data2SD really necessary?
If I move to Data2SD, can I do anything with the 64MB or does this essentially become not used?
Should I install a separate kernel than the one with the ROM? If so, Is this done through the TWRP utility just like a ROM?
One more thing, DEODEX'ed or ODEX? Do they run differently or is it just a developer thing?
I know that the activity around this device has wained but if there is one of you experts out there that wouldn't mind answering another Newbie's questions I would appreciate it.
Thanks again for the great forum and all the effort you all put into it.
Jeff
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CROMI (CleanROM Inheritance) roms were based on JB 4.1. CROMi-X (CleanROM Inheritance-Xenogenesis - don''t ask) is based on JB 4.2. The CROMI roms are no longer under development - officially retired so to speak.
1: Mine? CROMiX - nothing like it! :laugh:
But that really is a matter of taste and what you crave. The CM ROMs have more customization options, the CleanROMs are designed to stay close to stock which has the advantage that they use Asus' drivers for all the hardware, which in general means: fewer conflicts and a smoother experience.
2. Most of those using Data2SD seem to report that any improvements in speed are negligible, if existent at all since about CROMiX 4.5.
If you really like to tinker and solve all kinds of problems - go ahead and try it. I have not used it myself. Seems to create more problems than it solves...
3. I think you had the choice between 3 different kernels in the Aroma installer already: _thatV3, the data2sd _that kernel and sbdags stock kernel.
If you quickly want to switch these you can just reflash the rom or: Check, I think it's post 2 or 3 of the CromiX thread. sbdags has a kernel installer which allows you to quickly change kernels without re-flashing.
Other than that Max's and Hund's kernels are popular - look for them in the Development section. And those you would flash through TWRP.
4. ODEX/DEODEX? Do you prefer vanilla or chocolate? ODEX may be just a tad stabler and faster, but that's a matter of opinion.
Hint: about 1/2 inch above the download link for CROMiX 4.6.8 is a link with an in depth discussion on exactly this question.
I can't really say that the activity around this device has "wained". sbdags keeps us pretty busy flashing! :cyclops:
I almost groan when he releases yet another incarnation. Until I flashed it - then I dance and sing. You think he can't make CROMi-X any better each time! And then he does....
gixxer340 said:
Hi all,
I just picked up my Infinity off Craigslist the other day. I know, a little late but I have been lusting after one for quite a while but just couldn't justify the price tag. I finally found one in Amethyst gray 64mb model with keyboard dock and some other goodies for a price that I could afford so I picked it up. I have been reading the forum for a while so I was aware of what to look for and, although it does have a little bit of a loose screen, i really don't feel that bad about it for the price.
I am not new to Android so I have already unlocked and rooted it using the Asus unlock tool and motochopper. I read through all of the "All in one" posts and that lead me to install CROMI-X 4.6.9 although I was still a bit confused about which ROM to install. Is CROMI-X the new version or is it ClearROM Inheritance? The ROM I installed definitely seems a lot more snappy than the stock ROM and the device seems to be working very well.
If anyone could help me with some of the generic questions I have below I would greatly appreciate it.
Which ROM is the current favorite?
Is Data2SD really necessary?
If I move to Data2SD, can I do anything with the 64MB or does this essentially become not used?
Should I install a separate kernel than the one with the ROM? If so, Is this done through the TWRP utility just like a ROM?
One more thing, DEODEX'ed or ODEX? Do they run differently or is it just a developer thing?
I know that the activity around this device has wained but if there is one of you experts out there that wouldn't mind answering another Newbie's questions I would appreciate it.
Thanks again for the great forum and all the effort you all put into it.
Jeff
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1. Chromi-X (majority of TF700 users are on this rom, however it's up to you to decide among other great roms)
2. IMO it doesn't make such a great differences on the speed of the tablet, maybe a little. I have tried it and i find it a little pointless. What it does is that it gives you a higher score on Quadrant - it's an app that evaluate the score of your tablet. With or without, it doesn't make much difference on the user experience.
3. Yes, you should if you want the latest kernel. You can flash the rom without the kernel and it will not make any changes to your kernel. I suggest you try Max kernel.
4. ODEX if you're normal user like me.
Odexed CROMI-X 4.6.9 (i.e., 4.6.8 plus the 4.6.9 system patch), no data2sd (finicky and error-prone setup with marginal profits at best; I've used it for a while, and the only tangible benefit is apps installing a few seconds faster).
And welcome to the club!
PS (/EDIT): ODEXed because it installs faster (readu p on the difference here: http://www.redmondpie.com/odexed-vs-deodexed-the-difference-between-the-two-android-roms-explained/ or search for _that's Debunking Tonight feature on the forum. ). You'd only want DEODEXed if you're going to theme it yourself. If you want to theme the ODEXed version, look at pjc21's work -- it's great!
A big thanks to all. I can't believe how quickly my Q's were answered. It looks like I am in pretty good shape with the exception of using a different kernel if I would like. I am all about having a stable machine and just using it so I may be there already but I am also a tinkerer. Since I now have the ability to do Nandroid backups I am basically able to find a good setup and not worry about getting back to it. That was why I knew I needed to be unlocked. Any other input is very welcome and I am glad to be part of this group.
Thanks again
Jeff
Where do I find the Max kernel? I have looked all over and can't even find many references to it.
Thanks
Jeff
gixxer340 said:
Where do I find the Max kernel? I have looked all over and can't even find many references to it.
Thanks
Jeff
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2230856
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berndblb said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2230856
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I just tried to flash the V4 RC1 zip in TWRP and it failed. I was able to find the V3 kernel though in the CORMI-X post and it flashed fine. Am I doing something wrong? should I go to V4?
Thanks again
Jeff
gixxer340 said:
I just tried to flash the V4 RC1 zip in TWRP and it failed. I was able to find the V3 kernel though in the CORMI-X post and it flashed fine. Am I doing something wrong? should I go to V4?
Thanks again
Jeff
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Have you checked the MD5 checksum? (I use Hashtab for checking, really convenient: http://www.implbits.com/HashTab/HashTabWindows.aspx#) The download may have been corrupted. You could disable signature checking (temporarily), but please only do that when you are absolutely sure that the file is healthy!
I haven't used MaxKernel myself, but judging from the changelog it might be best to get v4 on there -- I see optimizations in code, sio being re-added... Having said that, I'm on the new _that v3 and I love it. Overclockability is nice and all, but when it is unstable (judging from the thread and some earlier comments in the forums, I would not deem that kernel stable to my standards).
I've been trying to find the correct firmware to put on my HTC Incredible 2 to run ICS or later ROMs like Chillybean's CM10 Unofficial, etc. Seems that anyone who posted links to that firmware used the same host, which is now down. Does anyone have a legitimate link to one of these firmware versions? (I need the whole thing I think, not just radios) File name, for reference is PG32IMG.zip (or should be when flashing in HBOOT)
Anyway, thanks for the help!
-Nate
n8lee said:
I've been trying to find the correct firmware to put on my HTC Incredible 2 to run ICS or later ROMs like Chillybean's CM10 Unofficial, etc. Seems that anyone who posted links to that firmware used the same host, which is now down. Does anyone have a legitimate link to one of these firmware versions? (I need the whole thing I think, not just radios) File name, for reference is PG32IMG.zip (or should be when flashing in HBOOT)
Anyway, thanks for the help!
-Nate
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i put the fille name you provided in google and got this.
use at your own risk. i dont know anything about your device to know if this is the correct file you need, or to provide further help.
Thanks for googling that for me.
I'm looking for firmware for the vivow (Incredible 2), not the vivo (Incredible S). This is of course assuming they're not the same thing.
The links I was referring to were in this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1846304
among others that use the same references.
The first firmware link refers to a rather large file that has a completely different checksum (so probably fake) and the second mirror link is broken.
This is really just a shot in the dark for someone from the original thread to still have, perhaps as a backup somewhere, a copy of the ICS firmware files.
All that said, I got the thing working without new firmware, just new radios, so maybe unnecessary?
Thanks for the assist!
-Nate
n8lee said:
Thanks for googling that for me.
I'm looking for firmware for the vivow (Incredible 2), not the vivo (Incredible S). This is of course assuming they're not the same thing.
The links I was referring to were in this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1846304
among others that use the same references.
The first firmware link refers to a rather large file that has a completely different checksum (so probably fake) and the second mirror link is broken.
This is really just a shot in the dark for someone from the original thread to still have, perhaps as a backup somewhere, a copy of the ICS firmware files.
All that said, I got the thing working without new firmware, just new radios, so maybe unnecessary?
Thanks for the assist!
-Nate
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glad you got it fixed.
sorry that wasnt the file you wanted, however, it is the one you asked for.
bweN diorD said:
glad you got it fixed.
sorry that wasnt the file you wanted, however, it is the one you asked for.
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You're not wrong. It seems that both phones use that same filename, for whatever reason. Not sure if that means the two phones' firmwares are interchangeable or not. Might be good to find that out actually...
Anyway, sorry if I offended you with that comment, and thanks for the replies.
-Nate
n8lee said:
You're not wrong. It seems that both phones use that same filename, for whatever reason. Not sure if that means the two phones' firmwares are interchangeable or not. Might be good to find that out actually...
Anyway, sorry if I offended you with that comment, and thanks for the replies.
-Nate
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i wasnt offended, i was merely pointing out that i found the file you asked for.
maybe the 2 devices can use the same file, i really dont know anything about the 2 devices to say, but there are some rare situations where it happens.
i wouldnt try it to find out, unless your in a position to buy a new phone. if you try and are wrong, usually, but not always, the device will be unfixable.