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What ROM should I get to increase the phones overall performance and responsiveness? I just want something that is very stable and something that will improve my phone in a good way.
Every single rom is gonna be a million times better than stock eclair...for your first time I would stick with a froyo rom as those are easier to flash. Just pick one
oh man.. where to start. Honestly it varies so much from user to user. Your best bet is to hop on some of the threads and read some of the comments.. first few pages and the last few.. try to get an idea of how well the ROM is working for users and battery life. There are a plethora of 2.2.1 ROMs with excellent battery life. The gingerbread ROMs are coming around to having decent to good battery life. But again, it all varies from user to user.
Good 2.2 or 2.2.1 ROMs
Serendipity, Paragon, Phoenix, Ultimate and theres more of coarse, these were among my top choices.
A lot of the gingerbread ROMs can be found in the first page of development.
But please use the search function. There has been multiple threads started with the same question.. about the same topic.
Once you go serendepity, you can't go back. but seriously I tried a lot of roms and serendipity is BY FAR the best!
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I tried serendipity and its a great rom but I like a side scrolling app drawer as opposed to the cube effect. I use apex 5.3 (froyo 2.2.1) not to be confused with apex 6.x( gingerbread) because its simply works. The five dock bottom is great and battery life is amazing. And the jk4 modem actually gets me much better reception than the stock kb1. but if you like the stock feel cognition is the way to go
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I flashed Serendipity 6.4. So far the first thing that I noticed is that the apps are organized scrolling down, not side to side which is the one thing that I do not liked very much. everything else seems to be very good.
Toad858, which version and where did you the 5.3?
also what kernel do I need?
matase said:
I flashed Serendipity 6.4. So far the first thing that I noticed is that the apps are organized scrolling down, not side to side which is the one thing that I do not liked very much. everything else seems to be very good.
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If you'd like to use your original TouchWiz side-scrolling app drawer, give Cognition a try instead. Cognition is best-known as the 2.2 ROM that tries to stay as close as possible to the original, with a ton of under-the-hood features and fixes (like lagfix), minus the bloatware.
(I can't stand TouchWiz, but still love Cog's stability, so I use Launcher Pro (with its vertical app drawer) instead)
cognition rom is my favorite rom when it comes to stability. and its smooth as ever now.
I think I will stick to serendipity. Now I am trying to figure out what modems do and if I need one to be able to use a kernel? I was looking at Onix Kernel and it says "Since based on i9000 sources, use an i9000 modem". I am not sure what a modem is first of all.
matase said:
I think I will stick to serendipity. Now I am trying to figure out what modems do and if I need one to be able to use a kernel? I was looking at Onix Kernel and it says "Since based on i9000 sources, use an i9000 modem". I am not sure what a modem is first of all.
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Its your radio..what gives the phone reception.
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matase said:
I think I will stick to serendipity. Now I am trying to figure out what modems do and if I need one to be able to use a kernel? I was looking at Onix Kernel and it says "Since based on i9000 sources, use an i9000 modem". I am not sure what a modem is first of all.
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technically, as long as everything works for you as of right now - you're done. You can sit back and enjoy the rom. If you feel ambitious, you can try a different kernel. I dont know what serendipity uses but I found the Onix kernel to be one of the smoothest froyo kernel, available. Thats, of course, my opinion though.
would it be possible to get other keyboards on my phone now? like android or samsung keyboard?
matase said:
would it be possible to get other keyboards on my phone now? like android or samsung keyboard?
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You didnt need to root for that, go to Market and download away
Serendipity 6.4, Speedmod K13E-500MHz, I9000UGKC1.
You're set. It's 100% stable and works brilliantly. GB is still a bit flaky.
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Serendipity 6.4, Speedmod K13E-500MHz, I9000UGKC1.
You're set. It's 100% stable and works brilliantly. GB is still a bit flaky.
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why do I need I9000UGKC1?
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why do I need I9000UGKC1?
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That's what's packaged in the rom. You don't NEED that modem specifically or need to change ... Unless you're cell signal sucks then check out the modem sticky at the top of the dev section. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=876391 You do need an I9000 modem because the kernel in serendipity is based off I9000 sources.
What you NEED to do is stop right now. Enjoy your phone and READ everything you can. Once you feel comfortable with flashing and knowing how to get yourself out of bad situations, flash away. No one can tell you which rom is best for you. You're more than welcome to narrow your choice to a few, then try them out or try them all. The key is knowing how to do it and the things that can happen.
You may also benefit from THIS new thread
Apex 5.3, as most other roms do, comes with a great kernel and modem so you dont have to worry about it. I cant link the thread right now but you can search for it under development
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I just recently rooted my droid, and started using CM7 for the first time (less than a week ago), and I'm loving it so far. The only issue I have is that my camera doesn't work right.
I can start it up fine, and even take pictures, the only problem is, I can't see what I'm taking a picture of until it's already taken.
My camera app just shows a black screen in the box where it normally shows the image you're about to capture, however you can see bits and pieces of the image poking through the transparent UI.
I'm sure other's have encountered this issue and there's some way to fix it.
(This happens with all camera apps, not just the default one, and I'm running CM7.0.3 specifically)
Which phone? Have you re-flashed atleast once to see if that does anything..? Im running cm7 with no issue except for the shutter lag. Drives me nuts..
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I have tried re flashing it, at least twice, with no solution.
Are you running a different kernel than Kali's that is stock in Cm7? That could be it.
I used the kernal listed here for DHD for CM7
I couldn't find an actual download link for the one you mentioned, which is why I didn't use it, could you possibly link me to a download if it's not to much trouble?
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I used the kernal listed here for DHD for CM7
I couldn't find an actual download link for the one you mentioned, which is why I didn't use it, could you possibly link me to a download if it's not to much trouble?
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Try a full wipe and reinstall CM7, but this time don't install any kernel. The kernel that comes with CM7 is fine, especially if you're having weird unexplained problems when running a non-stock kernel.
edit: Your post says you have a Droid phone but I'm assuming you meant Inspire since you're posting here in this section. Droid is an actual line of phones made by Motorola (sorry if I'm being picky )
If you really want a custom kernel, Lord Mod is great. Don't use Ultimate Edition though. It is for Later Noghtlies. Version 5.x is great though.
when I initially tried using CM7, I attempted to use it without any custom Kernel, because I thought it did have one built in (Whic i know it does now) but when I tried to boot it without installing a kernel, my phone wouldn't boot at all, it just infinitly looped the cm7 loading screen.
(and yes I do have an inspire, that's why I posted here =P)
today in Rom manager i noticed a new rom called Genexus S 1.0 under DrewGaren roms
anyone try it??
i have its a pretty cool rom .. nicely theme and everything works.. you should give it a shot
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i have its a pretty cool rom .. nicely theme and everything works.. you should give it a shot
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+ 1 Had a blast on it for a few hours, it's a nice rom.
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Nice rom but I found it to be a bit slow, was I buggin out?
I actually downloaded this rom (I have the Nexus S for AT&T) last night and i'm about to wipe device and flash a new one. The app drawer takes forever to load and it seems like a pretty consistent problem. I have rebooted and done a battery pull and still same issue. Also the theme comes with a custom lockscreen and I have yet to see an option to disable or change it so that I may use widgetlocker. As of right now I have widgetlocker and I have to unlock 2xs along with password which is a pain.
I will say that it is pretty zippy in all aspects. The internet loads very quickly. The apps switch very quickly. When composing text messages the keyboard responds very quicky. The messages send very quickly. However the app drawer not loading is what seals the deal for me. I came from MIUI the latest build is 1.8.26 and had the previous 2 builds before that and I had an issue of my service dropping in and out until I did a reboot. I searched around and there were a handful of others that had the same problem. I love the rom and the ability for customizations however I need my device functioning over beauty.
If others have downloaded this rom, I would love to hear feedback on thier experience on it.
Have you tried v2? It's only recently been released.
It looks and feels great BUT I can't get my wifi to work.
The devs site says the ROM doesn't include radio so I assume this is why my wifi isnt working? I have I9020 and based in UK and KD1 and KB3 don't make the wifi work. Does anyone have any ideas how I can enable wifi?
Thanks
meso100 said:
Have you tried v2? It's only recently been released.
It looks and feels great BUT I can't get my wifi to work.
The devs site says the ROM doesn't include radio so I assume this is why my wifi isnt working? I have I9020 and based in UK and KD1 and KB3 don't make the wifi work. Does anyone have any ideas how I can enable wifi?
Thanks
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To get your wifi working try downloading a different kernel. The kernel controls the wireless module in the phone. You may want to download a few so if your phone doesn't boot up with one kernel you can also do a battery pull then reboot back into clockwork recovery and try a different kernel. Try a netarchy Cfs 2.3.4 aosp or universal kernel or a matrix kernel. The netatchy cfs 2.3.4 aosp kernel will probably work best. This is in the genexus toolbox on the market for free to download and then you just have to flash through clockwork.
I was wondering what was a better ROM to use for the Infuse, ZEUS by dman, or the CM7 port?
I was using CM7 and tried Zeus 3, but ended up switching back. I didn't like it. When I saw the 5 version posted, I decided to give Zeus another try. Other than a brief GB stock try, I haven't strayed from what Dman has wrought with Zeus 5.2.
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IMO Zeus is the way to go, everything works but HDMI and Dman's 5.2 build is rock solid and it's hard to go wrong with an Infuse native rom!
If you are new to flashing roms, gtg's Infused GB rom has a step by step flash guide HERE
And if you want to browse the other gazillion roms check out the superthread HERE
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I was using CM7 and tried Zeus 3, but ended up switching back. I didn't like it. When I saw the 5 version posted, I decided to give Zeus another try. Other than a brief GB stock try, I haven't strayed from what Dman has wrought with Zeus 5.2.
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what did you see differently?
Flash and find out
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zeus
noob,new to flashing, took a stab ended up choosing zeus. rooted,flashed,odin to stock,"soft-bricked"(dog's fault),Gtg's odin recovery, flashed again(all without posting a single ?, not because I'm smart, but because these devs are!) I love it, am having some wi fi issues i am trying to figure out. Going to try other's, even the dman recommends, just to try, i am sure i will end up running with zeus.
ps dman sent you a donation and a pm(realize now u probably don't read them), but thanks for showing me how much I love my infuse!
I CAN FROM BIONIX TO ZEUS AND it's awsome, no freeze like bionix when you unlock the screen, altough when you get a call, it tends to not responsive on the first swipe, the second try will do it. i think it's lag
i just hope it uses less memory, it's about 200~250 when you start up the phone, so far so good
speaker on both roms sucks. i drive all day and i need speaker to be really loud, both are not load enough for me. anyone have any apps or hacks that turn your speaker up?
try the zeus 5.2 it's awsome
i flashed it over bionix without going stock.
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speaker on both roms sucks. i drive all day and i need speaker to be really loud, both are not load enough for me. anyone have any apps or hacks that turn your speaker up?
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Volume+ in the market works well for me on phone and tablet.
ZEUS is the only way to go, IMO.
I tried Zeus briefly, and if I had spent the time to fix the wifi I can see why so many people like it, but I love the look of CM7, and for my use it's been great, so I went back. If you want a stock rom, would vote Zeus, (might eventually go back to Zeus if bluetooth never gets sorted out on CM7) but CM7 is a solid port, looks good and flashes easy.
Wifi ain't broke bruh... never was, never has been... only thing doesn't work is HDMI.... period...
ZEUS decimates all!
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Flashed ZEUS, feels great, thanks!
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Volume+ in the market works well for me on phone and tablet.
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just try the lastest version it worked after + 15 ~ +20
1.8.1.0
dman3285 said:
Wifi ain't broke bruh... never was, never has been... only thing doesn't work is HDMI.... period...
ZEUS decimates all!
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On my flash, it had issues, and from what I found on the 4000 page Zeus thread, there had been others having the same issue. I gave up trying to find the mentioned fix, sure it was there, just couldn't find it. I had flashed the ICS theme and hadn't liked the changes so I went back to CM7.
Next time I try Zeus, I'll go back to stock first as recommended on your install instructions, I'm sure I'll have better luck. Currently I'm waiting to see if the new old stock Gingerbread pushes Zeus to 5.3
rom review by a newbie user
I try this roms and Im more focused on battery juice and customability options...
Im heavy user not in things like widgets or music or videos, but I do make many calls, use mail and chat by whatsapp.
so I tell you my best (and tried) roms
caty 3.0 the fast in everything (reboot, display etc), perfect battery for smartphone, i have to use it with uckk4 b/c with newers modems no good work for my slow data.
zeus: its almost like caty for me, totally recomend specially for themes.
darkyrom, cool rom, love the touchwiz! customable, has the darky ota, an app that you can use to change thing, its like rom manager but with many options for download.
sauron rom, my current rom, i like it because of the fully customable options in power menu, settings, it is fast like darky, almost the same but with more customable options.
CM7, stable, nice boot animation, have the plus of everything the cyanogen team has to offer in a simple gingerbread launcher.
miui, I like touchwiz! I like it, the music, and themes! its so different and beatifull, but the battery issue its something important to me, the rom its not bad, remember that battery issues exist in all smartphones, but if you are not a heavy user, go for it!
I hope it helps you.
Remember that this review its just a guide, you have to try it by your own and see what it fits, you have to explore the personalizations options.
Thanks 4 reading
ntorresla said:
I try this roms and Im more focused on battery juice and customability options...
Im heavy user not in things like widgets or music or videos, but I do make many calls, use mail and chat by whatsapp.
so I tell you my best (and tried) roms
caty 3.0 the fast in everything (reboot, display etc), perfect battery for smartphone, i have to use it with uckk4 b/c with newers modems no good work for my slow data.
zeus: its almost like caty for me, totally recomend specially for themes.
darkyrom, cool rom, love the touchwiz! customable, has the darky ota, an app that you can use to change thing, its like rom manager but with many options for download.
sauron rom, my current rom, i like it because of the fully customable options in power menu, settings, it is fast like darky, almost the same but with more customable options.
CM7, stable, nice boot animation, have the plus of everything the cyanogen team has to offer in a simple gingerbread launcher.
miui, I like touchwiz! I like it, the music, and themes! its so different and beatifull, but the battery issue its something important to me, the rom its not bad, remember that battery issues exist in all smartphones, but if you are not a heavy user, go for it!
I hope it helps you.
Remember that this review its just a guide, you have to try it by your own and see what it fits, you have to explore the personalizations options.
Thanks 4 reading
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When you downloaded the darky rom? Did you have version 10.4 and in which case would you upload? I only have version 10.3 didn't realize that there was an update so I never downloaded it. A couple of different users were asking for it, so I looked and realized I didn't have the latest.
Also, because this is a port, the darky ota app does not work with this phone, and I'm PRETTY sure that it's not included... wouldn't work if it was. There's no hellraiser on the go.. lol.
If you look in the last couple pages of boost's MIUI thread, as of 2-15-12 anyway.. then you will see some tips to improve the battery life of MIUI. That should help you..
Before you make your rom final...I myself flashed damm near all the ROMs...gave the wife a headache... lol...
But figured I can honestly say I tried them....my final after many flashes...and lots of the wife rolling her eyes....lol
NUMAS X v1.1 Black & Chrome'd out!
Change your launcher to zeam - its minimal and uses negligible memory and cpu.
what memory is left when you first boot up on zeus ？im only getting 200 free memory
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When you downloaded the darky rom? Did you have version 10.4 and in which case would you upload? I only have version 10.3 didn't realize that there was an update so I never downloaded it. A couple of different users were asking for it, so I looked and realized I didn't have the latest.
Also, because this is a port, the darky ota app does not work with this phone, and I'm PRETTY sure that it's not included... wouldn't work if it was. There's no hellraiser on the go.. lol.
If you look in the last couple pages of boost's MIUI thread, as of 2-15-12 anyway.. then you will see some tips to improve the battery life of MIUI. That should help you..
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I downloaded darky 10.2 (newest) and I like the touchwiz and the stable no freeze... Yes, of course not all things in darky ota, it works the option of changing the lockscreen menu, boot animation. But I prefer download here from xda
A couple of months ago I was messing around with my wife's infuse, and I installed an app called ..Sammy hidden features..the infuse was totally stock on 2.2..upon playing with the apps features I ended up checking and updating the camera firmware. Ever since the rear facing camera is green and it doesn't take pics, the camera apk works fine and front camera works fine. My fixes I've tried were,
Root
GB leak
Odin back to stock via heimdale
Reroot on froyo
Flashed numerous roms
Same result everytime, logic says its a physical camera issue, but it worked fine before I tinkered with that app, I messed with the phone because I was checking for official GB update...lol...any ideas?
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Well, a lot of people has seen this thread, and nobody has responded. So Imma get the ball rolling.
Have you tried using any other app? Maybe puddingcamera? I find that works great when the stock app is mad at me.
It's odd though.. that an odin didn't fix an issue like that. :/
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UCam is my camera of choice.
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i certainly have, i have recently been searching for firmware..I found some..and actually some galaxy devices use the same camera module firmware. Installing it is the issue...I tried to manually input some lib files and script. .crashing was thw only result. I imagine the only fix would be a. tar via odin..guess ill keep trying..any advice is welcome..but for a fact i know the front cam...era module is bricked...Information on the issue is sketchy at best..thx for the post!
if your looking for somthing new, Odin back to stock, then heimdal to GB 2.3 6, then heimdal red clockwork..flash aeon rom..then look for the new OC kernels for the ucbla3 modems aet at 1.6ghz..
and be amazed! Screen is HD and fast fast no lag...doesnt even look like an infuse anymore!