Why can't we update our devices directly? - General Topics

Why can't we update our devices directly? Why we should wait for samsung for example to update android to the latest version ?? And does anyone have away to update s6102 to 4.1 ?
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AhmedGhanam said:
Why can't we update our devices directly? Why we should wait for samsung for example to update android to the latest version ?? And does anyone have away to update s6102 to 4.1 ?
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Most devices (of cause not including nexus devices) are only maintained by the manufactures, they want to keep control over there devices, and often add extras to android (touch wiz, htc sense etc.). So they lock there devices down so they can add there on extras to new android versions before releasing.
Some times manufactures will drop support for older devices either because they want you to buy a new device, or they dont think the device is up to running the new versions fast enough.
Of cause most good manufactures let you unlock your device and install custom ROMs and thus upgrade yourself

Sir, please do a search before posting and read the stickys provided. See below links for better understanding:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1699450
http://forum.xda-developers.com/announcement.php?a=81
Thank You.
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real profile app for android request?

Dear,
Does there exist an application on android where we can set profiles like on windows?
so, On profile 1 (Public) some applications will be not visible, call history and sms messages and whatsapp chats are not viewable, while on the other profile which needs a password, all apps and data are available?
Thanks
Is possible on tabs.
We can create multiple account there.
I don't know about mobile.I use low end mobile,which doesn't have.May be high end device should have.
Sorry if Iam wrong
sanjaykumar.sanjay69 said:
Is possible on tabs.
We can create multiple account there.
I don't know about mobile.I use low end mobile,which doesn't have.May be high end device should have.
Sorry if Iam wrong
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I think this is related to the android version and not the device.
And for me, i am using latest android version.
hassanayoub85 said:
I think this is related to the android version and not the device.
And for me, i am using latest android version.
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Yes, you're right. Multiuser support is what you're talking about, and it is available from android version 4.2.2 and above. It is enabled on tablets by default. For phones, you would need to flash custom ROMs that have multiuser support. If you're not on 4.2.2+, then you could try the SwitchMe app on the Playstore instead (requires root).
immortalneo said:
Yes, you're right. Multiuser support is what you're talking about, and it is available from android version 4.2.2 and above. It is enabled on tablets by default. For phones, you would need to flash custom ROMs that have multiuser support. If you're not on 4.2.2+, then you could try the SwitchMe app on the Playstore instead (requires root).
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Thanks for the app, will try it now, however i prefer to use vustom firmware.
Any stable custom firmware supporting multiusers for samsung galaxy s advance I9070?
Sorry
hassanayoub85 said:
Thanks for the app, will try it now, however i prefer to use vustom firmware.
Any stable custom firmware supporting multiusers for samsung galaxy s advance I9070?
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Since I do not know much about your device, you should probably ask this question here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=2100
You're bound to get a better answer that way!
P.S. When you ask in that forum, avoid using words like 'best rom' or 'stable rom'.

[Q] I want to build CyanogenMod 10 for my Samsung Galaxy Chat B5330 myself. Help!

Okay so I've bought a samsung galaxy chat B5330 device back in feb'2013. Don't ask me why cause I conciously bought it. So I realised after searching for 6 months that there is no interest of developers in this device. so I have taken up the initiative to 1) Build CM 10, 2) Port CWM, 3) Root the device myself. However I don't have much idea about building android. I've rooted and flashed Custom recovery n ROMs to my dad's phone before and I'm a geek so I learn things quickly about computers n phones. So I'm nor a complete newbie neither a Master developer. Therefore I need help of those devlopers who will be kind enough not to discourage me. Anyone can root a device which is more popular because it gets vulnarable too quickly so there is no point in telling me that "you should have bought a device which has developer support". I am interested to be a developer myself n that challenge is really so tempting to me. So here are my questions which I don't have exact idea about.
1) I have a computer of the config -> AMD fx 6100 hexacore buldozer 3.3 GHz/4 GB RAM/500 GB HDD/Windows7(32) & Ubnuntu 13.04(64). Can I do the job of building roms from the source with this config in the first place?
2) Does galaxy chat B5330 support 'fastboot'? if yes then How can I boot into fastboot mode? I've tried with adb 'reboot-bootloader' but the device just restarted normally. So I don't know How can I get into the fastboot mode?
3) CM developers are really kind enough that they have put alot effort into making the wiki. I've got precious informations about building android from source and all. But I have a confusion. There was mentioned fastboot is necessery for building CM. So if my phone does not have fastboot should it mean that I can't build CM for my device at all?
4) How much data do I have to download? Do I need to be connected to the internet always while editing local file? n If I use 'repo sync' to update the code always won't my editings get overwritten by stock code again?
so these are few basic questions I have for now. I know I might not get any response at all. But there's no harm in trying. thanks
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ranchoabc said:
Okay so I've bought a samsung galaxy chat B5330 device back in feb'2013. Don't ask me why cause I conciously bought it. So I realised after searching for 6 months that there is no interest of developers in this device. so I have taken up the initiative to 1) Build CM 10, 2) Port CWM, 3) Root the device myself. However I don't have much idea about building android. I've rooted and flashed Custom recovery n ROMs to my dad's phone before and I'm a geek so I learn things quickly about computers n phones. So I'm nor a complete newbie neither a Master developer. Therefore I need help of those devlopers who will be kind enough not to discourage me. Anyone can root a device which is more popular because it gets vulnarable too quickly so there is no point in telling me that "you should have bought a device which has developer support". I am interested to be a developer myself n that challenge is really so tempting to me. So here are my questions which I don't have exact idea about.
1) I have a computer of the config -> AMD fx 6100 hexacore buldozer 3.3 GHz/4 GB RAM/500 GB HDD/Windows7(32) & Ubnuntu 13.04(64). Can I do the job of building roms from the source with this config in the first place?
2) Does galaxy chat B5330 support 'fastboot'? if yes then How can I boot into fastboot mode? I've tried with adb 'reboot-bootloader' but the device just restarted normally. So I don't know How can I get into the fastboot mode?
3) CM developers are really kind enough that they have put alot effort into making the wiki. I've got precious informations about building android from source and all. But I have a confusion. There was mentioned fastboot is necessery for building CM. So if my phone does not have fastboot should it mean that I can't build CM for my device at all?
4) How much data do I have to download? Do I need to be connected to the internet always while editing local file? n If I use 'repo sync' to update the code always won't my editings get overwritten by stock code again?
so these are few basic questions I have for now. I know I might not get any response at all. But there's no harm in trying. thanks
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I have acquired the source code for my device from samsung. Now I just need to port the board configs to the CM10 source.
ranchoabc said:
I have acquired the source code for my device from samsung. Now I just need to port the board configs to the CM10 source.
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nce going man
"Devs Not Interested...."
I don't know whether some people are still talking about this device.
I thought everybody started throwing it and getting his newer one.
Niral.DMello said:
How did you manage to do that? You wrote to them and they gave it? If thats the case you must have some special powers. I'm impressed.
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If I were not wrong, you could get the source from ://opensource.s*msung.com (*can't post yet )
My Bad English....
excellent
: Bueno:: Bueno: wouldnt see anything wrong in my galaxy cm10 ch @ t gt-B5330 : Bueno:: Bueno:
I've got a working CWM. Looking forward to porting a newer version.
I've got my hands on a working cwm (somehow it did) for b5330. Now looking forward to porting CWM 6 from cm source. I just have too slow bandwidth for cm source syncing. So let's see how it goes.
ranchoabc said:
I've got my hands on a working cwm (somehow it did) for b5330. Now looking forward to porting CWM 6 from cm source. I just have too slow bandwidth for cm source syncing. So let's see how it goes.
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I really hope you succeed and make it working! Good luck mate!
TheUnknownThing said:
I really hope you succeed and make it working! Good luck mate!
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Can you give me some directions? I'm trying my best to learn it.
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ranchoabc said:
Can you give me some directions? I'm trying my best to learn it.
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The best way to start is to use another Rom as base (get permission first) then start tweaking it with scripts, apps and build.prop tweaks. Once you start to get familiar with the basics, start experimenting with different tweaks. Since you are going to create a Cyanogenmod 10 Rom from scratch, I give you best of luck and hope many people will use it!
FINALLY!
ported
I always support you sir!
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REALLY for GT B5330
patraanjan23 said:
ported
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REALLY ??
when date to release this ROM ?
sorry my bad english language..
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REALLY ??
when date to release this ROM ?
sorry my bad english language..
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I'm currently working on it. It still does not support audio/bluetooth/wifi/phone/usb nothing. It just supports full touch n can run games. You can't use it for calls/internet! I just sideloaded few apk files via adb. So it ran them smoothly. N don't call me sir please. I hate formalities.. just chill
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patraanjan23 said:
I'm currently working on it. It still does not support audio/bluetooth/wifi/phone/usb nothing. It just supports full touch n can run games. You can't use it for calls/internet! I just sideloaded few apk files via adb. So it ran them smoothly. N don't call me sir please. I hate formalities.. just chill
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how did you port cm to your device
i also have Samsung star pro and have made a manufacturer based stock rom
my device is samsung star pro
gamersam16 said:
how did you port cm to your device
i also have Samsung star pro and have made a manufacturer based stock rom
my device is samsung star pro
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I am building from source. it's teadious job. but you sure can try
device tree
by source do you mean the android source(10gb +)
i am also trying the same thing but my source is now syncing
could you help me with making my device tree.
and what else do i need apart from the the device tree
gamersam16 said:
by source do you mean the android source(10gb +)
i am also trying the same thing but my source is now syncing
could you help me with making my device tree.
and what else do i need apart from the the device tree
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Sure ask whatever you need. But I suggest you do thorough research n a lot of forum searching before you ask anything. I've been digging for 1 year collecting info n learning things.
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Cyanogenmod for B5330
HERE COMES CYANOZANE
GO for it n test it yourself!
help
patraanjan23 said:
HERE COMES CYANOZANE
GO for it n test it yourself!
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could you guide me in this process as i have to build the device tree from scratch and am having difficulties in finding the correct info.
how did you start to look for info in the boot.img
help needed
if possible could you provide a basic guide minimum stuff to help
thanks
gamersam16 said:
could you guide me in this process as i have to build the device tree from scratch and am having difficulties in finding the correct info.
how did you start to look for info in the boot.img
help needed
if possible could you provide a basic guide minimum stuff to help
thanks
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read this thotoughly.

[Q] Android L Preview to "Stable" update, clarification needed

Hi guys!
Small question, or rather clarification needed.
With Android L Preview installed on device will I get all upcomming release updates or stable, final version will require me to perform clean install?
I am just curious if Android L was really released for N5 or Preview version is really something totally different...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/help/android-l-developer-preview-help-t2796217
Please post in this thread.
Note: When the final Android 5.0 system image becomes available, it will be posted on the Factory Images for Nexus Devices page. To continue development (and receive future system updates), you should update your device with that image as soon as possible.
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http://developer.android.com/preview/index.html

[Q] Planning to buy Oneplus One (Indian User)

Hi There,
I was planning to buy the Oneplus One especially now when it is officially launched in India. But ,as many of you must be already aware of, that Oneplus One(In India atleast) will not now support CM build firmwares over official updates due to exclusive rights given my Cyanogenmod inc. to Micromax India. I wanted to know if I can install the unofficial builds of CM on the Indian version of this smartphone:confused :? ?????,(considering the fact that there is no change in hardware. )
Also please guide me to the problems you guys have faced in using this smartphone. i have heard abut that dead pixel issue and screen becoming non responsive sometimes and slowdown of the phone after heavy usage..?? how many of these bugs are true and also mention if any bug i am not aware of..
Thanks for reading this post. Hope some quick replies
There is already one Indian discussion thread you will find everything there
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nitinvaid said:
There is already one Indian discussion thread you will find everything there
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Can you please provide me link to that???
maxcool12345 said:
Can you please provide me link to that???
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Seriously...just look in General: http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/general/oneplus-one-india-specific-invitations-t2953774

S8 rom for samsung galaxy s3 mini gt-i8300n/l/q

This rom is only for samsung galaxy s3 mini GT-I8200N/Q/L.
thanks for this rom developers. i manualy request your team to developes such type of rom for s3 mini.. and very thanks for this greatful work
Developer of this rom:::technicandriod team.
if i have forget to include other developer of this rom. please send me your name. I don't know who is developer of this rom... so sorry for that..
link for rom::::https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xciZfTpZ2en89hRhtyPMbgzh7qcBpDZp/view
link for patch:: https://mega.nz/#!tkQlFKzI!yoYpjtp62HKP6ekHBxaEWTN5EjP6IwhG-WHFj75AL8k
link for v2.: https://mega.nz/#!A1Q1iaxI!wDGPGbyPpqQ0sZbGDSj2yKsyL2wmaZ8MEr1RYqgAJdg
link for v1 link-video:::https://youtu.be/Ogik8UfJF1w
link for v2.7 video link ::: https://youtu.be/Ycs5z6Don8E
Guys you can also download nogout rom fro s3 mini gt-i8200n/l/q from this link
https://youtu.be/SL529tVlVvs
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new version v2.7 link in the video description
first flash v1 and after that flash patch v2..7 then reboot
you got new update version s8 rom:good::good::good:
developer-"* TECNICANDROID *"
I just tried these roms (first the nougat rom, then the s8 rom with the patch), in the hope of being able to install the stagecoach bus app (which did not appear in the play store when using the stock rom, I assumed that this was because the andriod version was too old but the andriod version of the s8 rom seems to be the same andriod version as stock and the app shows up in the play store there so I'm not sure what is going on) unfortunately I have to report that my tests of the apps the phone is intended to be used with (it's a second hand phone i'm trying to get set up for someone) did not have very good results.
The National Rail app seemed to work fine.
The stagecoach bus app hangs at the loading screen on both roms.
Chrome works on the s8 rom, but gave what appear to be keyboard related errors on the nougat rom.
My TFGM runs, but trying to search for locations always says "a problem occoured"
I am so sorry about that i am not a developer i found this rom form somewhere and make this thread to get easy to all s3 mini users.
This is better to concern with the developer for fix error
Please if you can see this thread then leave a comment to make the better use of s3
And also want say is that make such types of rom to make s3mini better performance and speedy
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