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Tmobile update?

hello all, nice to be here.
Tmobile sent out a software update to my phone this morning, did any one else get one?
I was about to start modding stuff like taking off touchwiz. Would a software update make doing this harder?
It reads,
'congratulations!
T mobile has sent you a new software update for your device.
To proceed with installation select next.'
It's possible that this update might keep me from modding certain things right?
Any details known about the update?
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Is it just KD1? I know that rolled out from tmobile recently.

It's kd1 update. We have had a deodexed and rooted version available for Odin flashing here for a while. I recommend using it instead of the tmo version. Look up Whitehawkx kd1 thread here on the forum and follow the directions in the op if you want to try it out.
Also an fyi to avoid flames--this is the dev forum. Questions should go in general forum. We are trying to keep things organized so folks can find what they need--and to keep Mr. Clown (forum mod) happy!
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Sorry I thought this was more of a dev question. Thanks for the heads up and the info.
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Harhar321 said:
Also an fyi to avoid flames--this is the dev forum. Questions should go in general forum. We are trying to keep things organized so folks can find what they need--and to keep Mr. Clown (forum mod) happy!
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Ohh yes, I loved the last lines.
Thread moved to proper forum.

Since the galaxy s in the UK got the gingerbread update can we use that as a 2.3 base to build roms on?

Eric-1987 said:
Since the galaxy s in the UK got the gingerbread update can we use that as a 2.3 base to build roms on?
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That wasn'tithe Galaxy S 4G so unfortunately no...
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So we cant even use it as a base? We are porting vibrant roms now. I'd assume the same process would need to be done and the button mappings changed right?

I doubt it, not yet anyway... as you can tell they're having a bit of trouble porting froyo roms

SKYICEs 4.2E

Flashed over existing ROM No issues so far. Super fast and Clean. Testing GPS in a few. This is a must get.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1653022

Out of curiosity, when you say "flashed over existing ROM", did you do the wipes first or did you just flash on top of the existing ROM, as someone mentioned doing in the ROM thread?

bobfin said:
Flashed over existing ROM No issues so far. Super fast and Clean. Testing GPS in a few. This is a must get.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1653022
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If I was allowed to troll you would be target 1 why did you make a thread for this its pointless
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nrm5110 said:
If I was allowed to troll you would be target 1 why did you make a thread for this its pointless
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So much negativity...
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Did not do any wipes. Just flashed it. All Apps were in place never missed a beat.
GPS is working fine. Not issues as of yet.

Did not think it was pointless. Information is never pointless. Some ROM you must wiped format etc. This one so far worked fine without wiping. Thought I would share my experience.

Say it in his thread you guys clutter **** up so bad us old timers come to hate dealing with it post in the right place please
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nrm5110 said:
Say it in his thread you guys clutter **** up so bad us old timers come to hate dealing with it post in the right place please
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FWIW, unless I'm mistaken, he had less than 10 posts when he made this, and so couldn't post it in the dev thread.

Three333 said:
FWIW, unless I'm mistaken, he had less than 10 posts when he made this, and so couldn't post it in the dev thread.
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+1

yea i don't have 10 yet either... wanna say thanks but can't. Lucky Sean doesn't play Diablo 3 LOL

Do you need to flash the 42d-10 before doing this one? Or can you go from an older rom to this one?
I am on the 4.2d-7 can I go straight to this?

You should always wipe, unless you want problems. This thread sucks, and it's worthless

There is a good reason he is not allowed to post in dev until 10 posts are made.
See post one.
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I plan on wiping, I was just wondering if this was a new base, I am very new to this and apologize if this post is .. lame or uneducated, I am trying to learn as much about this as possible. I didn't know if there was like a step ladder that I had to go up, or could jump from 1 base, wipe it, and start at a new one?

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perkinsjm said:
I plan on wiping, I was just wondering if this was a new base, I am very new to this and apologize if this post is .. lame or uneducated, I am trying to learn as much about this as possible. I didn't know if there was like a step ladder that I had to go up, or could jump from 1 base, wipe it, and start at a new one?
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I don't think you even know what a base is. This is a totally new leak that just came out. You always wipe before flashing a new base. Step ladder? Typically you build off a base and then as updates happen they can either be wipe or nonwipe updates, depending on how severe the changes are. I suggest you read for a long while before doing anything.

Thank you.

[INFO] Why we don't have ICS yet + more info about it

Hi, I have noticed a ton of people curious about why AT&T people do not have ICS yet, so I thought I would answer that once and for all. I admit that I and others have gotten a little mad whenever people ask about this, but it seems they are not able to really find a clear answer, so here it is.
If you feel like this is well done, please sticky it at least until we get it all figured out.
I figure this would be best said i a Q and A type form.
Q: What is ICS, and why does everyone want it so bad?
ICS or "Ice Cream Sandwich" is android version 4.0.x. the next version, 4.1 Jellybean was just released as a slightly less important update, but ICS brought huge changes from Ginger Bread (2.3.x) the previous phone version (3.x HoneyComb was tablet only). ICS brings a slicker, darker, and better looking user interface, as well as many performance enhancements. Most of us want it more because it seems like we should than because it is actually that much better. That said it is still a great update, and most people will be happy to see it.
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Q: Why is it so hard to get ICS for our phone, while others have it even though it is not officially out?
The main reason is our locked bootloader. That means it is not possible to flash or boot a custom kernel unless it is signed with Motorola's key. That is obviously impossible.
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Q: What is a kernel?
the kernel is a major part of any operating system. you can think of it as a sort of layer between hardware and software. It is the part of an OS that communicates directly with a device's hardware. Android is based off the open source Linux kernel, meaning it is free for anybody to build and modify. However, Motorola has only released the source for the ME865, and partially for the MB865, meaning we can't really build a kernel anyways. Then of course, even if we could build one, we wouldn't be able to boot it with our locked bootloader.
ICS is not really complete without the newer kernel that goes with it
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What is Kexec, and is there any way to unlock the bootloader
The fact that I grouped these together would probably lead you to correctly believe they are related. Lets start with the second half. Simply put, NO. I hate to say it, but there is very little hope of EVER unlocking our bootloader, unless Motorola decides to do something like HTC did and allow unlocking.
Kexec is a method of hot switching kernels while still booted. It is actually just a linux tool that you can use on a computer, but it has been built for android essentially allowing you to bypass the bootloader. Theoretically it would be an easy way to run custom kernels. Then why don't we? Well a few reasons. One, we can't really get one built to begin with, especially because, at least to my knowledge, jimbridgman is the only one who actually knows what he is doing with kernel building, and he is only half here now that he got his fany new SGS3. Two, it does not work great. I am not sure the latest version is working at all on our phone, and even if it did, only one processor comes up, meaning it is really slow.
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Q: What's the deal with these Droid 3 builds that supposedly boot?
Some people managed to build ICS for the droid 3 based of a 2.3.6 kernel. that means you can boot it on a stock GB kernel, and therefore you do not need to unlock the bootloader. Unfortunately that means it is not totally ICS, but it is still pretty good. Of course they are for a cdma phone, so that means no data, no calls, and no gps, making it kind of useless.
I am not going to give a link to them, but if you are really interested go search around. any of the Droid 3 AOKP and CM9 builds will boot just fine. Find more info in the dev section, but please don't start a thread asking about it.
We have been trying to port these to work for us, but that is proving more difficult than expected, and with ICS just around the corner, I don't want to put time into it. I do think it is possible, and if you are a dev looking to give it a shot, PM me and I will tell you all I know, and try to help out as much as I can.
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Great thread!
Thanks for putting this together!
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jimbridgman said:
Great thread!
Thanks for putting this together!
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thanks. I felt it was needed. let me know if I forgot to say something important.
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Perhaps this will hopefully curb some of the incessant "where's my ice cream sandwich" or "make me a rom based on ICS" threads here. Nice job, and as always, your work here is both highly appreciated and revered.
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Nice work kras, as always.
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Hell i thought this thread was going to give me info on why att hadn't released ics for us yet. Just kidding, good job. If this thread falls down the list ill bump it so maybe it will help some of the new people and we won't get any more new threads about ics.
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Apex_Strider said:
Perhaps this will hopefully curb some of the incessant "where's my ice cream sandwich" or "make me a rom based on ICS" threads here. Nice job, and as always, your work here is both highly appreciated and revered.
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No,Most likely once posts stop on this thread and it makes it to the second page we will see more questions im sure lol
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rdavisct said:
No,Most likely once posts stop on this thread and it makes it to the second page we will see more questions im sure lol
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that's why I asked for sticky
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The good news is that the "3rd quarter" is tomorrow! Which knowing motorola and AT&T, could mean whatever.
Take that with a grain of salt. Lol.
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Fall of Enosis said:
The good news is that the "3rd quarter" is tomorrow! Which knowing motorola and AT&T, could mean whatever.
Take that with a grain of salt. Lol.
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so is September
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Why don't we have a vanilla rom? Is it due again to the locked bootloader?
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gvsukids said:
Why don't we have a vanilla rom? Is it due again to the locked bootloader?
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yep. same thing. we have a hard time compiling any also source as you need a custom kernel
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Nice post..
Just one thing to inform about your last question's ans.. DROID 3'S ROMS DONT WORK ON OUR PHONE. IT WILL BOOTLOOP. SO DO NOT TRY FLASHING THEIR AOKP OR CM.. without backups and sufficient knowledge and experience atleast.. some changes have to be made in the rom before flashing.. i am trying to find all the files we must replace to get them working on our phone.. and just a FYI for those of you that wanna try.. other than droid 3, bionic is our nearest relative.. so u can edit and try their roms as well.. i did kinda get cm9 of bionic after replacing some required files.. but it bootlooped.. and of course bionic is cdma.. so.. good luck..
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Ravikirancg said:
Nice post..
Just one thing to inform about your last question's ans.. DROID 3'S ROMS DONT WORK ON OUR PHONE. IT WILL BOOTLOOP. SO DO NOT TRY FLASHING THEIR AOKP OR CM.. without backups and sufficient knowledge and experience atleast.. some changes have to be made in the rom before flashing.. i am trying to find all the files we must replace to get them working on our phone.. and just a FYI for those of you that wanna try.. other than droid 3, bionic is our nearest relative.. so u can edit and try their roms as well.. i did kinda get cm9 of bionic after replacing some required files.. but it bootlooped.. and of course bionic is cdma.. so.. good luck..
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You are not right. I can prove it. The latest droid 3 AOKP and Cm9 builds will boot just fine, with no radio

You should also add Why any other leak releases of atrix 2 ICS will not work on att atrix 2..... Sick of will this work on my att..... About to be like yea we all use it lol JK.....

Ravikirancg said:
DROID 3'S ROMS DONT WORK ON OUR PHONE. IT WILL BOOTLOOP. SO DO NOT TRY FLASHING THEIR AOKP OR CM9
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Couldn't be more wrong....they both boot just fine and are pretty functional, the problem lies in getting the radio to work.

Ravikirancg said:
Nice post..
Just one thing to inform about your last question's ans.. DROID 3'S ROMS DONT WORK ON OUR PHONE. IT WILL BOOTLOOP. SO DO NOT TRY FLASHING THEIR AOKP OR CM.. without backups and sufficient knowledge and experience atleast.. some changes have to be made in the rom before flashing.. i am trying to find all the files we must replace to get them working on our phone.. and just a FYI for those of you that wanna try.. other than droid 3, bionic is our nearest relative.. so u can edit and try their roms as well.. i did kinda get cm9 of bionic after replacing some required files.. but it bootlooped.. and of course bionic is cdma.. so.. good luck..
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Please I emplore you to do your proper research before making incorrect posts like this. I constantly see posts from those who think they know it all, and post idiotic things like this. Nothing makes me madder than someone who does not know how to use google and the search function.
It takes less than 2 min. to make sure you CYA before posting bad information.
Both CM9 and AOKP boot, but with no radio, as has already been said in several posts now. I have tested both.
P.S. most of us devs in here have been working on this very thing for sometime now, and I have not seen you jump in on any of threads discussing the files or how to port or anything.
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jimbridgman said:
Please I emplore you to do your proper research before making incorrect posts like this. I constantly see posts from those who think they know it all, and post idiotic things like this. Nothing makes me madder than someone who does not know how to use google and the search function.
It takes less than 2 min. to make sure you CYA before posting bad information.
Both CM9 and AOKP boot, but with no radio, as has already been said in several posts now. I have tested both.
P.S. most of us devs in here have been working on this very thing for sometime now, and I have not seen you jump in on any of threads discussing the files or how to port or anything.
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Agreed, They actually run extremely well, but obviously I can't stick with them with no radio.
P.S. this is my new best thought for porting, might take some extra build.prop work too. It did not boot for me, but I think we should be able to get it to. Then it is just a question of whether or not the radio will work. there is way more in build.prop on that than I would think.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1598713
I think it may work because it really adds the cm9 stuff to our own files rather than add our files to it. maybe not the cleanest way, but it might just work.

hankbizzo5 said:
You should also add Why any other leak releases of atrix 2 ICS will not work on att atrix 2..... Sick of will this work on my att..... About to be like yea we all use it lol JK.....
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WOW, did I really forget to add that? that was kind of one of the main points of this post I'll fix it tomorrow (actually today, I guess it is after midnight), but I need some sleep.

lkrasner said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1598713
I think it may work because it really adds the cm9 stuff to our own files rather than add our files to it. maybe not the cleanest way, but it might just work.
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I have tried this method along with every idea that popped in my head of things to alter after following this guide. I have a highly modified build prop that AOKP boots with that I replaced with a lot of our build prop but there are still some things missing as no luck yet

[System Dump]

I know it's not much, but it's what I've got so far. Not to bad I think, considering I don't own the phone yet. (My girlfriend does. I get mine here soon. I managed to steal hers long enough to unlock, root, and pull the dump).
I am going to work on deodexing hopefully tomorrow if I get a chance. My first attempt will be systemui. Go from there.
EDIT::: No point in that now. Rangerbry beat me to it. Link HERE
Anywhoo... here is the stock, odexed system dump. Enjoy.
https://hotfile.com/dl/170853200/71776d2/system.zip.html

first!! coming soon !!

Hi, I'm from the Evo Shift forum and I was thinking of getting the Photon when my upgrade comes...so I just wanted to ask, what does deodexed/odex mean? And whats the difference between the two that would make you want to release a deodexed version of the files in the first place? I've seen it in posts about kernels but thats about it...
Thanks in advance
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CNexus said:
Hi, I'm from the Evo Shift forum and I was thinking of getting the Photon when my upgrade comes...so I just wanted to ask, what does deodexed/odex mean? And whats the difference between the two that would make you want to release a deodexed version of the files in the first place? I've seen it in posts about kernels but thats about it...
Thanks in advance
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Without getting to... graphic about it...
Odexed is stock. It means that the system apps have two seperate pieces. Makes it much harder to theme / mod / do anything with. But, it tends to run smoother. De-odexed stuffs one piece into the other, and makes it remarkably more themeable / moddable / whateverable. Not as smooth, but much easier to screw with.

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Well, I guess
Funny because the first hit was xda lol
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stupid question
I'm in a bit of a desperate situation here. How can I use this to recover my phone? All that's working at the moment is CWM.
EDIT: Nvm fixed it

(request) wake up screen off!!!!

ok so there have been alot of threads about the screen wake up when getting a text and i agree its stupid and annoying that theres no option to turn it off, and that most roms that are out here still have it!!! except for aokp and cm10 and a few others, so im asking kindly can someone please figure this out?!?!
thanks, androidbeast503

You done did it now
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So first are you on tw? If so here you go
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34631328
If on an AOSP ROM then there are like 5 jun the app thread you can use.
I'm not even gonna mention were you posted this.
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I know exactly where I posted. Just trying to get most devs attention due to lack of help.
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I know exactly where I posted. Just trying to get most devs attention due to lack of help.
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But this shouldn't be posted here
Via my Google Galaxy S3 running sweet sweet Jelly Bean

I have to agree with the op. Threads not in development get overlooked quickly. They fall of the radar fast. I have a way to do this on stock TW without flashing files and going back to your back up, etc. But just like this guy, getting bashed for the wrong area, I'm apprehensive about posting my results. Is the fix app related? Development? General? Depends on who you talk to. Once I get a solid answer from a moderator, I will post my finds.
EDIT: I feel personally the fix should go in development. A lot of people are asking for this in all the ROMs.
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countryfolk07 said:
I have to agree with the op. Threads not in development get overlooked quickly. They fall of the radar fast. I have a way to do this on stock TW without flashing files and going back to your back up, etc. But just like this guy, getting bashed for the wrong area, I'm apprehensive about posting my results. Is the fix app related? Development? General? Depends on who you talk to. Once I get a solid answer from a moderator, I will post my finds.
EDIT: I feel personally the fix should go in development. A lot of people are asking for this in all the ROMs.
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The problem is if everyone posts there question in development then it still become like q & a and we won't be able to find actual development. I gave the op the answer. All you do is flash it in cwm and then it there will be a setting in the stock messaging app.
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kintwofan said:
The problem is if everyone posts there question in development then it still become like q & a and we won't be able to find actual development. I gave the op the answer. All you do is flash it in cwm and then it there will be a setting in the stock messaging app.
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Some people may be stock rooted. May not have custom recovery. They may be happy with stock just want the nagging screen on to go away. That's all I'm doing is tweaking the stock ROM. Just FYI.
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countryfolk07 said:
Some people may be stock rooted. May not have custom recovery. They may be happy with stock just want the nagging screen on to go away. That's all I'm doing is tweaking the stock ROM. Just FYI.
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Well that's a nice tweak. I'm stock rooted myself (now) but I put a recovery on simply to do backups and ensure I don't get an ota. However many point was if they allows questions in the development thread then out will become bogged down like the other sections. Also, the op made a duplicate post in the correct section that was answered
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kintwofan said:
Well that's a nice tweak. I'm stock rooted myself (now) but I put a recovery on simply to do backups and ensure I don't get an ota. However many point was if they allows questions in the development thread then out will become bogged down like the other sections. Also, the op made a duplicate post in the correct section that was answered
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Understood. That's why I will wait to post the fix until someone let's me know where to post out appropriately.
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countryfolk07 said:
Understood. That's why I will wait to post the fix until someone let's me know where to post out appropriately.
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Now that's a good question! Its development, but not ROM or kernel. I think people are gonna complain Menlo matter where it goes.
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kintwofan said:
Now that's a good question! Its development, but not ROM or kernel. I think people are gonna complain Menlo matter where it goes.
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well thanks for the help, finally flashed the zip file and it put a option for screen notification on or of in my texting setting and it works! ill be sure to hit the thanks buttion.

Glad it is what you needed
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