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Favorite ROMS and kernels

Just curious about what ROMS and kernels people have liked best so far.
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Right now I am devoted to using the Das_BAMF series of ROMs as well as the kernel by Adrynalyne. I find it works very well for what I need.

I like debloated stock personally, using my own kernel.

nerozehl said:
Right now I am devoted to using the Das_BAMF series of ROMs as well as the kernel by Adrynalyne. I find it works very well for what I need.
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me too. staying with this until CM7 comes out.

I'll definitely be switching to cyanogenmod when it is complete, much prefer it to anything else.

Das_BAMF, perfect for me so far.

Das BAMF as well with the 1.76ghz kernel. It's a beast.

boLTEd 0.3. Drods 1.8 kernel running like a champ.
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Virusrom, testing out several kernals using adrynalyne 2.0 ATM. Liking it. Better battery life than running OC'd all the time. Bolts still quick at 768mhz. Mo Batry!
Tbolt - VirusRom_rc1b2-drod1.8ghz

Das bamf with the newest kernel 1228 on CPU perfect light OC.
Tbolt seems even more snappy, battery seems to be better also with smartass CPU setting.
My first Android my first ROM and kernel and I could not be happier.

Ive been rocking Virus Rom also for like a week. Extremely solid rom with Adrenalines 2.0 kernel.

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boLTEd 0.3. Drods 1.8 kernel running like a champ.
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Running boLTEd .35 and the 1.8 kernel, drod is a solid dev. I was with him on the dx. And will stick with him on the thunderbolt. If you want speed and stability drod and b16 is where it will likely be.
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nerozehl said:
Right now I am devoted to using the Das_BAMF series of ROMs as well as the kernel by Adrynalyne. I find it works very well for what I need.
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Amen to that.
1.3.2 with the 1.2ghz smartass kernel is a dream.

Perfect storm and drods 1.5 kernel. I got liquid sense on the sdcard but Havnt tried it. I'm probably the only person who likes recent apps in the pulldown lol. Kinda limits my Rom choices.
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ok, ya i have tried most of the roms and i really like bamfs rom, i have tried the 1.8 ghz kernel and 1.2 right now. i'm just interchanging the kernels with roms right now to find a good combo of speed and battery, but i'm definitely going to get cm7 when its released

Post your G2x Rom + Kernel

Just interested in what all of you guys are using
I'm using
Weapon G2x 2.6
stock

^ +1 ( just switched back after using Minuit for a week with not such great results).
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I'm using trigger 8/22 2.3.5 rom with faux123's v0.4.2 oc/uv kernel
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15261482
super stable and very fast and looks great, been running at 1.4GHz for a month with no problems and 20+ hours battery life, wifi calling works great instant GPS locks, and no problems with Netflix or hdmi..
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Did you ever compare it to Weapon G2x?

CM7 nightlies/faux123's CM7 kernel

I am running Weapon G2x with the stock kernel. This ROM has it all and everything works perfectly.
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Running CM7 Nighltlies with the faux kernel, very stable and solid. I was running the CM7 Alpha 7 ROM on my sensation but decided to switch mack to the G2x. Must faster and smoother phone in my opinion and it feels more solid in my hand.

Am using my own mix based on stock and Weapon with stock kernel...
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CM7 + Stock Kernel
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Stock unrooted all the way! works perfectly
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G2xTreme
I am running G2Xtreme 1.1.1v2 Faux's 0.1.3-ext4 kernel. Everything works great including the HDMI which was very important to me. I uninstalled cm7 146, WeaponG2x, eagleblood1.07, and trigger0822. Everyone of these great rom's had hdmi problems. But they are all great.
My Antutu benchmark score is 5561 at 1.2 mhz which is just below the Galaxy S 2. When I was running trigger with Faux's latest kernel ( can't remember what it was) my score was 5630 at 1.1mhz which scored me above the Galaxy. I have had this phone for about 6 weeks and didn't even know ROM's existed until i stumbled upon the android reddit page after two weeks of ownership. Now it seems I can flash a rom in my sleep! There is that much info in these forums! How to's and even youtube videos. Amazing, really, that android phones bring so many people together!
I haven't commented enough to post ( noob that I am ) in the dev forum so I would like to say THANK YOU to all the dev's and especially *renocivik* for his very stable, fast, stable, rom.
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For those who are using weapon with no problems, has anyone had problems streaming an avi file through the hdmi ? It was very unstable for me. So now I'm curious to see if maybe it was just my plasma tv.

can you post a link to your rom
thanks

G2xTreme : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1199304
Faux GB kernel : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1102720

I switched from CM7 (faux sv kermel) to Weapon G2X (stock kernel) a couple of days ago. Had too many problems with CM7 connectivity - lost APN, no wifi calling, slow-no GPS lock etc. Most could be fixed with a hard reboot but I found myself rebooting multiple times a day. Gave up after I missed a couple of critical calls.
Weapon G2X seems to be stable. I liked the default layout/launcher etc built into CM7 a little better but with a little work and the Go Launcher I think I now prefer this ROM.
What are the known weaknesses of Weapon G2X btw? I went through the dedicated thread but couldn't really identify any weaknesses. Excuse me if this is a stupid question - I am a noob and still learning about this phone and Android in general having come from Blackberry just a month or so ago!

Cm7 nightly 160. Bluetooth finally works and it works flawlessly. Stock kernel for now.
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Weapon no Kernel.
but I am thinking to switch back to EB CM7 + Faux, everything run faster with CM7 roms

CM7 nightly 161, stock kernel. Working good so far.
Been with CM7 ever since LG "bricked" my phone with their GB update and not updating their camera app to GB.
Had faux's 0.4.2 up to nightly 153, but had my APN disappearing and wifi dropping connection (appeared connected, but no data was getting through), so I switched back to stock. I have this problem in 158/160/161 + faux kernel.
I wonder if this is caused by CM7 going to 2.3.7 recently...

Currently running Cm7 Nightlies with Faux 4.2SV CM kernel. It's been pretty stable expect for the data & wifi dropping like mentioned before. But a simple reboot fixes it...and i don't mind rebooting either cos reboot only takes less than 20 secs.
Came from MiUi 1.9.30, which i must say is the fastest ROM i've ever had (atleast for me). Just got really tired of the iPhone look. Then switched to Weapon 2.6...but didn't really like the stock look and reboots took literally like more than 60secs. So i thot i'd try going back to CM7.

After trying miui, cm7, eagle, and trigger, (with various kernels) I settled on weapon. I used both versions of faux's kernel, but I got sick of the five minute boot time, so now I'm on the stock kernel.
I absolutely LOVE weapon. It's lacking some of the customization options of other roms, but the stability more than makes up for it.
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Best *Gingerbread* kernel.

I'm not feeling ics,.. so being a caveman living in the olden days of gingerbread, I'd like to know what you guys think is the best kernel. And post a link, because I have no computer and xda search sucks on the app. I need performance .. I'd like to be able to play games like shadow gun and gta 3, that aren't optimized for my phone (using chainfire of course) the best they possibly can. I've heard alot of good about Franco's, but I'm on matr1x right now. Thanks guys
PS. I'd like something with ezekeels mods. A gingerbread GLaDOS seems like it'd be perfect.. thanks again
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Here's the list sorted by my preferences:
* franco.Kernel build 8 DEC is my daily driver. Fast. Smooth. Comes with almost every features in GLaDOS. The preset Voodoo Color settings is also pretty sweet.
* GLaDOS 1.12 is packed with all Ezekeel's mods. It is very stable though IMHO is not as smooth as franco's. It supports Voodoo Color as well, but there is no preset in the kernel. The bootscreen is also pretty cool Unfortunately, there is no link to GB version in the OP anymore.
* Matr1x - You're already using it. (Sorry I was confused between this and Trinity in the first place because their names are both related to The Matrix >_<) Full with mods and tweaks for performance. Fast and very stable. For me, it's performance is very close to franco's.
* Peter Alfonso's 2.6.35.14 kernel is one of the most stable kernel I've tried. If you don't want deep idle, touch wake, etc. This one will give you stability, battery life, and performance with the feel of nearly stock kernel.
* Trinity Comes with pre-configured UV/OC of your choice. There's nothing wrong with it. I just don't like its bootscreen and the 666 thing in build number
NOTE: Other kernels that are not listed here means I haven't tried it yet. Not that it's not good or anything

Could you give me the link yo Franco's..? And does Franco's support the proton voltage app
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The links to each kernel are in my first post. Just click on the kernel names.
I use NSTools to config the mods/OC/UV but I guess Proton Voltage should also work fine

The only one with the link is peters
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michaelg117 said:
The only one with the link is peters
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You could be a tad less lazy and click on the links suksit gave you. Franco has a link to his GB kernel near the end of the first post.
Ezekeel does not support GB anymore, but if you search the thread with the search tool (oh my!) you'll easily find more than one link to it uploaded by members.

Sorry but I'm too poor for a computer, and search on the xda app is complete crap -.-
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Most kernels are taking the step to ICS,
But for Gingerbread, I should go for Peter Alfonso's kernel (most stability, nice battery life).
If you want some more performance, go for SG-11UV of steve.garon, this was my daily driver on Gingerbread,
because I needed BLN, BLX, etc, and it comes with a standard 1,1GHz overclock.
I have no time to upload links, so sorry for that.
Greets from The Netherlands!

suksit said:
Here's the list sorted by my preferences:
* franco.Kernel build 8 DEC is my daily driver. Fast. Smooth. Comes with almost every features in GLaDOS. The preset Voodoo Color settings is also pretty sweet.
* GLaDOS 1.12 is packed with all Ezekeel's mods. It is very stable though IMHO is not as smooth as franco's. It supports Voodoo Color as well, but there is no preset in the kernel. The bootscreen is also pretty cool Unfortunately, there is no link to GB version in the OP anymore.
* Matr1x - You're already using it. (Sorry I was confused between this and Trinity in the first place because their names are both related to The Matrix >_<) Full with mods and tweaks for performance. Fast and very stable. For me, it's performance is very close to franco's.
* Peter Alfonso's 2.6.35.14 kernel is one of the most stable kernel I've tried. If you don't want deep idle, touch wake, etc. This one will give you stability, battery life, and performance with the feel of nearly stock kernel.
* Trinity Comes with pre-configured UV/OC of your choice. There's nothing wrong with it. I just don't like its bootscreen and the 666 thing in build number
NOTE: Other kernels that are not listed here means I haven't tried it yet. Not that it's not good or anything
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Thank you for your post my friend. This will be my guide on NS GB Kernels

Franco's has been the best for me
http://androtransfer.com/franciscofranco/Nexus_S/
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Previously franco's, but now that updates have stopped I use Lynx kernel.

[Q] recommended kernel ?

HI guys
Im currently using MIUI US Rom ver 2.4.6 with stock kernel. can anyone recommend me a fast and stable kernel compatible with this rom?
Will these do the trick?

I've heard only good things about Trinity, but I stopped using MIUI a long time ago, it's pretty outdated at this point.

I personally use the Trinity kernel when running MIUI but some prefer Faux123's kernel. It tends to be you choose which ever one is the most stable for your phone as not all are created equal. The other thing to note is that if you flash the kernel straight from morfic it will cause you to loose the ability to set themes and keep them after a reboot.
I have the modified Trinity Kernels that you can get to try and they both are flashable from CWM and have the theme fixes.
They are both found here >>Trinity Kernel<<
If you want to know the difference between them go to morfics thread and the explanations are there.

thanks for the elaborated explanation and the Trinity builds. but what stability lose am i to experience? i flashed 4 hours ago ELP build and i have no problems with the themes.

You aren't necessarily going to experience stability issues. It is just a possibility you could. If you aren't then you will be fine.
I do suggest that you get setcpu so you can set the clock speed to the 1.1ghz that the kernel wants to default to but the os pushes it down to 1.0. But it is not a nessecity.
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The Destroyer
I would use The Destroyer16. I've seen many MIUI G2x's run stable and decent battery life (with a little UV) with this kernel. Plus 1.6ghz max will rip benchmark scores like crazy. Only good for gb 2.3.7 MIUI IMO. You can find it in the huge Trinity thread under g2x development.

grayson.mott said:
I would use The Destroyer16. I've seen many MIUI G2x's run stable and decent battery life (with a little UV) with this kernel. Plus 1.6ghz max will rip benchmark scores like crazy. Only good for gb 2.3.7 MIUI IMO. You can find it in the huge Trinity thread under g2x development.
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dont do this unless you know what your doing. it works on any CM7 based rom, but its very unstable and really only used for testing and benchmarking.

Klathmon said:
dont do this unless you know what your doing. it works on any CM7 based rom, but its very unstable and really only used for testing and benchmarking.
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Agreed.

Faux 49 kernel. Amazing battery life.
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stormageddon said:
I personally use the Trinity kernel when running MIUI but some prefer Faux123's kernel. It tends to be you choose which ever one is the most stable for your phone as not all are created equal. The other thing to note is that if you flash the kernel straight from morfic it will cause you to loose the ability to set themes and keep them after a reboot.
I have the modified Trinity Kernels that you can get to try and they both are flashable from CWM and have the theme fixes.
They are both found here >>Trinity Kernel<<
If you want to know the difference between them go to morfics thread and the explanations are there.
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Both zip don't work
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LostInNorth805 said:
Both zip don't work
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They should work fine. I have been using them myself and others have used it with no problems.
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Poll: Trinity vs Faux

Just gauging how many of you are still using Trinity kernel considering it hasn't been updated in months, while Faux is continually working on his kernel.
I've noticed freezing/overheating issues with Faux but I like that it's updated often enough.
Edit: By no means am I putting down Trinity kernel, just interested in the numbers

solidbau5 said:
Just gauging how many of you are still using Trinity kernel considering it hasn't been updated in months, while Faux is continually working on his kernel.
I've noticed freezing/overheating issues with Faux but I like that it's updated often enough.
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Trinity has been solid for a long time. My phone works much better with it. No need to update for the sake of updating.

Harsh is far better for.both of my g2x
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On GB:
I prefer Trinity. It's been stable for some time and I can run my G2x for 35+ hours on moderate use. I've used Faux, but somehow I came back to Trinity.
On ICS:
I used Harsh when I was on ICS. But my experience in ICS generally has not been good (LG/NVidia not releasing drivers). So I came back to GB.

I prefer Faux

Trinity works better on my g2x. I think faux is a bit more aggressive, and my phone just acts better with the more conservative kernel.
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Harsh cm7 ftw
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I prefer faux on ics rom
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Trinity works better on my g2x. I think faux is a bit more aggressive, and my phone just acts better with the more conservative kernel.
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+1 well put

Trinity
Faster, longer battery life, more stable.. my phone does not like faux kernels at all. But I can run trinity elpmax at minus fifty milivolts and have no problems
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How can I get the trinity kernel, there are not on his website anymore
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daxecutioner24 said:
How can I get the trinity kernel, there are not on his website anymore
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Oh his site there is a link that says "to old site", which is here: http://derkernel.com/odk/index.html
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On stock based 2.3.4 I like the stock kernel or Faux 014b2. On CM7 based I prefer TrinityELP for stability and batt life. I do find since Faux's 050 builds battery seems as good as ELP, and Faux has seemed to make scrolling super smooth. But Faux is still just a bit unstable on my phone. I am currently using the djvoleur adaptation of Harsh for CM7 roms. Its good too. I've had no probs with flashing between any of these kernels other than LED touch keys cannot be set to off when using Faux or Harsh.
I am a fan of all 3 - really...

Trinity ELP for GB
I tried everything out there and always go back to that. Fast, smooth, and good battery life. Plus it seems to be the only one that my phone's bluetooth can stay connected to my car's stereo. with other kernel (maybe coincidence), the two refuse to connect after a few connect/disconnect cycles.
also, many people say 24+ hr of moderate use. Is that with stock battery?
to me, moderate use = 3-4hr screen on time. 1hr phone call. wifi, BT, 4G, GPS always left on. 50% screen brightness. I typically get 12-18hr with trinity.
Heavy would be 5+hr screen on and more

Trinity gives me sleep of death, faux overheats and freezes I'm using the kernel that came with cm7 without any problems. Though I did get the SOD before I installed the build.prop tweaks
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I've always been a big fan of morfic's Trinity ELP kernel (dated Feb. 6th, 2012). Unfortunately I don't see this kernel linked on his old site (just the ones dated in 2011).

faux all the way!!!!