Steps 1-5 go here
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/28546-guide-5-steps-to-keep-your-phone-snappylagfree
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Good job compiling this. I have all of those myself and can attest to their effectiveness. Thanks for putting this together for the rest of the community!
Wow, just doing the renice tweak and adding the apps I used most drastically improved my performance.
Glad it's working well for you guys. Just compiled it when I was working haha love my job
My thanks are by mistake.(kinda assumed this would work for my phone too)
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All of these should work for your phone as none are really phone specific as for the renice one you can find a post about it somewhere on xda and edit it to your liking. SQLite, fugu, gemini/cache cleaner are all not phone specific.
My phone has been so laggy lately and the battery would drain so fast, it was very frustrating. Then I tried these 5 steps and the results are almost unbelievable! I unplugged my phone this morning and by the time I got done at work 9 hours later the battery was still at 80%! And no lag whatsoever.
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I did these steps and I noticed that my phone is now faster I used to always gey redraws rather frequently, but I still get redraws, enough to still bother me. Advice on how to be faster? I am on stock FP1 rooted using twl.launcher as my main launcher and would like to keep this setup. I am willing to switch roms or anything, all I want is zero redraws, really hate it! Thanks and any advice is appreciated!!
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ohhshiet said:
I did these steps and I noticed that my phone is now faster I used to always gey redraws rather frequently, but I still get redraws, enough to still bother me. Advice on how to be faster? I am on stock FP1 rooted using twl.launcher as my main launcher and would like to keep this setup. I am willing to switch roms or anything, all I want is zero redraws, really hate it! Thanks and any advice is appreciated!!
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Add this line to the end of your /system/build.prop and reboot.
Code:
ro.HOME_APP_ADJ=1
That should help some. It may not eliminate it completely, but it'll be the best you can get.
Also, if you're stock, consider either manually debloating or installing a debloated rom. The less you have running in the background, the less likely your launcher will be to close.
Hey guys I am new to the charge. I really want to root but I have some concerns first. For one I have already replaced this phone twice since I got it. If I un-root it will Verizon notice I rooted it at all? Also how safe is it? I really don't want a $300 paper weight. I rooted my old sch-m828c from straightalk and the phone wouldn't connect to the computer anymore; is that a concern with the charge? As from the last sentence I have experience with odin but my old phone lost the root somehow and i was unable to boot it back to stock. Is the charge better about stuff like that? Please respond with any help. (Best mods, safest methods etc.) Thanks in advance!
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tmanschuette said:
Hey guys I am new to the charge. I really want to root but I have some concerns first. For one I have already replaced this phone twice since I got it. If I un-root it will Verizon notice I rooted it at all? Also how safe is it? I really don't want a $300 paper weight. I rooted my old sch-m828c from straightalk and the phone wouldn't connect to the computer anymore; is that a concern with the charge? As from the last sentence I have experience with odin but my old phone lost the root somehow and i was unable to boot it back to stock. Is the charge better about stuff like that? Please respond with any help. (Best mods, safest methods etc.) Thanks in advance!
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well first off, you're in the right thread. To adress your concerns:
1) If you use odin to flash an unrooted firmware on your phone verizon will have no idea that you rooted your phone.
2) Your first flash is scary but it's really not that hard. Just always use the pda slot in odin and you'll be fine. I have only messed my phone up once and that was because I wasn't following instructions properly.
3) And this phone has a history of losing root on some custom roms but all you have to do is go to the superuser website and download their cwm flashable binary and you will regain root.
4) As for best mods etc. that's why I said you are in the right thread check the link in the OP for the full guide.
best rom imo is tweaked 2.2 with stock kernel.
feel free to ask any questions.
Are the kernel tweaks compatible with the stock kernel? Or should they be run manually via script manager? From what I've read only custom kernels offer init.d support.
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Are the kernel tweaks compatible with the stock kernel? Or should they be run manually via script manager? From what I've read only custom kernels offer init.d support.
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You have to run through script manager.
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I just bought my Captivate today and the first thing I did was put a custom ROM on it (Serendipity 6.3)
I am proud of myself because I didn't think I could do it, but here I am running serendipity on my phone. Hacking my phone has kind of got me on a high. Now I want to run a different kernel on it, perhaps Onix?
Is it recommended to change the kernel and if so does anyone have any links or tips how to start even switching the kernel? I have no idea where to begin..
Also, anyone want to recommend me any cool apps or tweaks? Pretty much flashed my phone without even so much as learning the android operating system, I dont even know how to change the wallpaper yet!
Just stick with the current kernel for a while and see how the performance and battery life turn out. After you have established a baseline then you can flash onix and then make the comparison. I'm running onix for a day now, seems excellent so far....
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Why do people not use the search function? There are multiple posts about everything you want to know, most of them are Stickies.
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Just stick with the current kernel for a while and see how the performance and battery life turn out. After you have established a baseline then you can flash onix and then make the comparison. I'm running onix for a day now, seems excellent so far....
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Good bit of advice
dajeoo said:
Just stick with the current kernel for a while and see how the performance and battery life turn out. After you have established a baseline then you can flash onix and then make the comparison. I'm running onix for a day now, seems excellent so far....
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uh oh! I flashed to onix 2.0.3 using CWM and its been stuck on the installing update... for about 3 minutes now. I didn't just freeze my phone did I?
Can I delete all the update.zip files and serendipity files after everything is rooted and flashed to custom rom?
This is the point where everyone is going to say stop playing and start reading.
At this point you need to read more and do less.
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Can I delete all the update.zip files and serendipity files after everything is rooted and flashed to custom rom?
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What 'serendipity files'? The zip archive containing the firmware that you flashed with CWM? Yeah, you can delete those. I'd leave update.zip at the root of the internal zip though. You can delete it without anything bad happening, but there isn't any point and it's handy if you need to flash back to stock, then immediately flash another rom.
With the amount your messing with you're phone you would be wise to keep all files needed for a completely fresh flash. So at least keep the update.zip and serendipity.zip on the root of your sd card in case you screw something up.
Please do yourself a favor and Stop right there, set your phone done and do some reading, or your gonna end up with a paper weight. I would read at least most of the stickies in the Dev section as there are great tools and info there.
So I got my mesmerize the other day, and it's been great so far. However, I have a few gripes.
1. Battery life: the battery life isn't terrible, but I feel it could be better.I generally do not use live wallpapers, I use a dark-ish wallpaper, I am on wifi most of the time, I keep the brightness at the lowest setting, and I keep gps and bluetooth off almost all of the time. What could I do to make it better?
2. Performance: While the performance is acceptable, I know that it could be so much better. I've read about the lag-fixes, but I do not wish to root my phone at this time.
Btw: I use LauncherPro
Any help is appreciated. Thanks!
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No one?
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Well I like the go launcher myself. Seems a little more responsive than launcher pro to me. But it only helps a little. For me the voodoo lagfix is well worth it.
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Between custom ROM's and Kernels and a variety of apps. You can make your phone perform just about anyway you want it too. If you decide you want to try out a custom ROM or Kernel I would suggest taking a read at the below linked thread. It is very informative and remember that if you do flash something. Make sure it is for your phone. If you are in doubt. Post or feel free to PM me. In the end it really just depends on what your looking to get out of your phone. I read for almost two months before I did my first mod because I honestly didn't know what I wanted. So if I or anyone else can help. Please let us know.
Here's that thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=931169
[GUIDE] Newbie's Step-by-Step: From Stock USCC Mesmerize -> Custom Rom/Kernel
Tap-a-Talked from my CM7 Mesmerize.
monkey1883 said:
1. Battery life: the battery life isn't terrible, but I feel it could be better.I generally do not use live wallpapers, I use a dark-ish wallpaper, I am on wifi most of the time, I keep the brightness at the lowest setting, and I keep gps and bluetooth off almost all of the time. What could I do to make it better?
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If you want the battery to last longer, I'd start by using Wifi only when you need it; it sucks a lot out of the battery. Right now on my phone, Batteryminder goes from 1d 21h left on my battery to 4h left if I turn Wifi on. If you're concerned about going over your data cap, install an app like 3G Watchdog to keep track of your data usage.
Depending on how you use your phone, you can shut off several things like sync and even the mobile data radio. I keep everything turned off. If I need to get on the Internet, I turn on whichever radio I need (Wifi or mobile data), do what I need to do, then turn it back off when I'm done. Of course, this means I don't get any e-mail, Twitter, news, or weather updates; I check all of those manually. For stock, you can download several different apps to control the different radios and brightness on the phone. When I was on stock, I used the Dazzle widget for that.
Turning "on" GPS doesn't really turn GPS on (as in it's running all the time draining your battery). It just seems to make the GPS available to applications that want to use it. I keep mine on all the time for several apps I use, and it doesn't seem to affect the battery life.
Thanks for the responses. I have a few questions.
So if I were to want to install the voodoo lagfix kernel, I would first need root (super one click?), install clockwork mod recovery? With rom manager? And then flash the kernel right?
After I install the lagfix, would I be able to unroot? I want to keep as close to stock as possible.
I read about uninstalling the lagfix, but how would I go about restoring the default kernel and uninstalling cwm if I were to need to?
I'm still not completely sure about rooting my phone, so is there anything at all I can do to improve the filesystem performance without rooting and installing a lagfix?
Thanks
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To get back to stock
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=881064
Files to get your Mesmerize back to stock 2.1 and 2.2.1
As for voodoo. Everything you will need is in the thread I linked earlier.
Tap-a-Talked from my CM7 Mesmerize.
So can I un-root after installing voodoo?(using unroot option in super one click) Will voodoo still work?
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Why would you want to unroot. Rooting has no affect on performance or function of the phone.
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monkey1883 said:
So can I un-root after installing voodoo?(using unroot option in super one click) Will voodoo still work?
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If you are worried about voiding your warranty by rooting you will have done that by flashing a voodoo kernel. You can always unroot but why would you? Plus you can always odin back to stock and its like it never happened. Rooting just gives you access to the phone you should have gotten when you bought it.
If you get to a point where you feel comfortable try flashing a new rom and kernel. You won't believe how much more you can do with the phone by doing so.
Also we will be here to help you out if and when you need it!
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In rom manager, when I go to install clockwork mod recovery it asks for a phone. The mes isn't on there. Should I choose Fascinate?
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Ok guys, I f***** up big time. I installed the version of voodoo from the official website... That didn't work. Refused to boot. Installed CWM through Odin so I could install the default kernel, but CWM wouldn't let me flash it. I also can't flash a different version of CWM. I was able to install the default firmware and kernel, but twlauncher force close CONSTANTLY, sooooooo... I'm just gonna try and get it replaced.
Thanks for all of the help, but I'm not going to take the chance again.
You going to to go here and read through the OP. When you go to reflash back to stock make sure to check the box that says repartition. Read through the post and download the EE19 full package. Get odin installed. At that point if you need some direction post back and I can help ya
scarmon25 said:
To get back to stock
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=881064
Files to get your Mesmerize back to stock 2.1 and 2.2.1
As for voodoo. Everything you will need is in the thread I linked earlier.
Tap-a-Talked from my CM7 Mesmerize.
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Tap-a-Talked from my CM7 Mesmerize.
Thanks for the suggestions, but I got it replaced for free.
One last question if you even want to help me anymore: can I restore my apps and settings from titanium backup without rooting?
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Honestly. I don't know that one. I don't use titanium backup myself. I believe you have to be rooted to use it though.
Tap-a-Talked from my CM7 Mesmerize.
Okay. I think, if anything, I'll root and restore my apps and stuff and unroot.
I ready appreciate all of your help, but I think I'll stay away from custom kernels and roms
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monkey1883 said:
Okay. I think, if anything, I'll root and restore my apps and stuff and unroot.
I ready appreciate all of your help, but I think I'll stay away from custom kernels and roms
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Seriously? You messed up with one little thing and then you're just giving up on all the awesomeness you could get. Sad.
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sageDieu said:
Seriously? You messed up with one little thing and then you're just giving up on all the awesomeness you could get. Sad.
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I second that.
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I killed my first mes, was lucky enough I flashed back to stock before it would no longer boot. So it got sent in and under warranty I got a new one and proceeded to root and tweak....no screw ups this time snag loving it
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Honestly. I don't know that one. I don't use titanium backup myself. I believe you have to be rooted to use it though.
Tap-a-Talked from my CM7 Mesmerize.
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That's correct.
You need to be rooted in order to use Titanium Backup.
Hello
I own a LG P500 2.3.3..
So, i decided to root my phone (i hardly have the basic knowledge of it)
anyway i followed http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1200167 and rooted my device. Everything was perfect..
Now i'm stuck on what to do next?
I downloaded Titanium backup removed few Dumb Default Apps and Backup'd the rest
What to do next?
What about ROM and stuff?
Custom ROMS
Install Adfree from the market
Get wifi hotspot working if it is disabled
Remove bloatware
Overclock
Download a custom ROM through room manager app and enjoy the new experience
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You can do more thing after rooting your device.Use SYSTEM APP REMOVER to uninstall some app you don't use maked more free memory.Use Titanium Backup to backup and restore your apps.And so much more You can do...
Watch pr0n. Then unlock and flash a new rom.
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What else would you do with an unlocked device? Load whatever you want and enjoy its full potential.
Insanely Stupid said:
Hello
I own a LG P500 2.3.3..
So, i decided to root my phone (i hardly have the basic knowledge of it)
anyway i followed http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1200167 and rooted my device. Everything was perfect..
Now i'm stuck on what to do next?
I downloaded Titanium backup removed few Dumb Default Apps and Backup'd the rest
What to do next?
What about ROM and stuff?
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Download a good kernel
Install SetCPU (allows you to OC and UC). Good for saving battery while the screen is off.
Read. Read a LOT.
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some advice
whodisname said:
Read. Read a LOT.
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I agree with whodisname. When you root for the first time it's all about learning what is available. Just keep checking your phone's forum and reading everything you can about the ROMs and the kernels.
Next comes the frustrating part: installing and having things go wrong. They will, so make sure you are ready to reinstall all of your apps manually a few times. You should have a backup made from before you do any changes to your kernel or ROM. Keep that no matter what. And btw do not install anything ROM or Kernel that is not SPECIFICALLY for your phone model. You do that and it's game over Chuck.
Yes read and dont rush or end up with a bricked phone which will be no good to man nor beast
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REGonz said:
What else would you do with an unlocked device? Load whatever you want and enjoy its full potential.
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Install SetCPU (allows you to OC and UC). Good for saving battery while the screen is off.
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21770 said:
I agree with whodisname. When you root for the first time it's all about learning what is available. Just keep checking your phone's forum and reading everything you can about the ROMs and the kernels.
Next comes the frustrating part: installing and having things go wrong. They will, so make sure you are ready to reinstall all of your apps manually a few times. You should have a backup made from before you do any changes to your kernel or ROM. Keep that no matter what. And btw do not install anything ROM or Kernel that is not SPECIFICALLY for your phone model. You do that and it's game over Chuck.
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All excellent suggestions. I ROM switch at least once a week, just to ty different ROMS. I am using my Thunderstick right now because I am in the process of unbricking my Rezound. It's learning and pushing your phone to the maximum. It is the same reason my PC is liquid cooled, take it past the basic specs and try something different.
ok so here is the deal. my g2x is crashing like the hindenburg several times a day, very frustrating. Tmobile won't help since it's out of warranty. I need all the help i can get when it comes to doing any rooting and/or mods to the phone to get it to stop crashing so much. i have not rooted the phone yet, so advice on the best way for a numbskull like me to do it (superonecilck?). then, advice on what would be a stable mod or rom or whatever you call it to install on the phone so i stop being so frustrated. now mind you, whatever rom/mod etc that is recommended please make sure it is so easy a 2 yr old could do it, because i know me..i WILL screw it up!
any and all advice is welcomed. i am beyond pissed at this phone now and i need to keep from throwing it at the wall. Tmobile won't budge about helping to replace this, only grant me the full upgrade pricing early, so i can give them another $150-300 for a new phone, while new customers come in and get stuff free.
thanks to any and all who respond.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1594650
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Have you installed the latest V21y software? That seems to have cleared up lots of the problems some people were having with the g2x.
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not yet
ecdy said:
Have you installed the latest V21y software? That seems to have cleared up lots of the problems some people were having with the g2x.
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i have not tried that yet....now that I know this I will try though. Anything is better than giving TMobile more $.
I first used this to gain root access:http://www.unlockroot.com/index.html . It's a simple one-click process.
Then I followed this guide from step 2: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1060715. I personally used CyanogenMod 7.2 http://download.cyanogenmod.com/get/jenkins/2856/cm-7.2.0-p999.zip .
Optionally, you can also flash a kernel: Trinity ELP(http://goo.gl/XqDn2) and Faux52 LG (http://faux.androidro.ms/P999-CM-Kernel-052-sv-lg-stable.zip)seem to be the most popular... Instructions to flash the Kernel:
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1. reboot to CWM
2. Clear cache
3. Advanced, clear Dalvik
4. install zip from SDcard
5. Reboot
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If one of the kernels gives you issues, try flashing the other one.
I'm pretty noobish to this as well, considering i only flashed my phone a couple days ago, but I used this procedure and it didn't give me any problems at all.
Thanks. We have full detailed guides listed for new owners in the development settings. Some people have issues with faux 52 kernel, if so try using 48 or 50 in place of 52.
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Never had arbitrary crash problems with my unrooted stock g2x on either original Froyo or GB update. If your phone still has problems after the GB update you might have an app problem, or a hardware problem. Update to GB, strip all Apps, and see if it works. If it does, add the apps back in one at a time. If not, toss it.
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My sidekick has been recently just replaying the start-up screen. Once in a while it'll fully boot but then it just shuts off after a few seconds. I haven't messed around with it at all so I can't think of what may be causing this. If anyone could help that would be amazing. Thanks a lot!
Could be many things, if you debugging enabled try to get a logcat. Or if you don't mind loosing your data use hiemdall or Odin to flash back to stock fully
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Do I not need to be rooted for odin?
Nope, just put phone in download mode. If unfamiliar on how to use this I suggest hiemdall, Adam Outler made a one click hiemdall package which you can find in the first page or so of developer section, very very easy to use
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Oh awesome. Thank you so much for your help!
magnoidgoat said:
Oh awesome. Thank you so much for your help!
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The stock phone has issues id suggest you root an flash a nexus rom should fix a lot of issues
If you need text or anything "backup your mobile" or something like that works amazing
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Some users also have had issues with the display ribbon cable coming loose at the hinge. You may also want to check out your battery..
Did you install any new software? There are apps out there that will cause boot loops on Froyo/Gingerbread.
Good luck. I miss the keyboard on my Sidekick, but I don't miss that crummy Samsung abomination that powers it.