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basically ive got 100's of apps installed on my phone and many still run in the background using up alot of ram memory and causing the phone to lag occasionaly, any1 recommend any good ram manager apps that would help speed up my phone? thx
p.s. please dont ask me to delete sum apps
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did you tried with tweak scripts, like supercharger???
I tried a lot of task managers, but in fact you do not need one. Take a loot at the app Cache Cleaner. It cleans cache an helps apps to lag less often (like facebook for example).
No RAM manager is the best RAM manager.
And if we are talking about cleaning apps, check out SD Maid, it may look a bit more complicated than cache cleaner but is more thorough.
Android is designed to run without a task manager. Its definitely a myth that it saves you any battery life or helps with memory. Android automatically kills a task when more memory is needed, its done doing what its doing or if you haven't returned in a long time. If you kill a task before it is ready it will just reopen and start from scratch.
RAM tweak
You ought to try the RAM script tweak :V6 Supercharger memory tweak ...
Mike7515 said:
You ought to try the RAM script tweak :V6 Supercharger memory tweak ...
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Mind to share the link for this apps? i just try apps memory tweak in rom toolbox but its look like nothing
V6 Supercharger
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=16635544#post16635544 It is a tweak, It Isn't an app ... Test it and see if it improves the phone ... Excuse my english ...
Sd maid Pro
Dark3n said:
No RAM manager is the best RAM manager.
And if we are talking about cleaning apps, check out SD Maid, it may look a bit more complicated than cache cleaner but is more thorough.
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Sd maid Pro...
Actually, RAM optimizers are a waste and actually counterproductive in most cases. This is because in android, free RAM is wasted RAM from a multitasking perspective. The default android RAM optimizations are just fine in most cases, most other tweaks actually sacrifice something somewhere, this causes the device to constantly have to reload and cache the same data repeatedly after the optimizer kills it. This creates more workload on the CPU/GPU and more battery usage.
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You should use clean master it has , a on click ram booster and 1 click apps hibernate system , and 1 click cache cleaner , you can add these features directly as widget , it solve hanging problem on low end devices
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Is it Eligible for Oreo 8.1 Rom?
The following are two ram optimising scripts that actually do something. They will ensure a fluid experience by keeping a minimum of 100mb of ram free. Simple as that.
STEPS:
Download zip and extract files "boost" and "freeram".
On the tablet , use a root file manager
Paste files in /system/bin (system needs to be re-writable obviously)
Set permissions to rwxr--r--
Activate scripts manually after every boot using android terminal emulator:
1) free ram (to see ram usage)
2) su
3) freeram (no spaces)
4) boost
5) free ram (to see ram usage - compare to values in step1)
6) Profit
Explanation:
"boost" - activates Adrenaline Boost V3 (i take no credit for this script). What this does is clear the ram cache, freeing up ram storage.
"freeram" - a script i made, adjusts minfree values (android's built in ram manager) to kill off more empty apps from ram when ram usage exceeds certain values - not a task killer, so doesn't affect battery life
In android terminal emulator:
"su"
"cat /sys/module/lowmemorykiller/parameters/minfree"
-will show you the prior minfree values, "freeram" script adjusts these to 8192, 10240, 12288, 21000, 23000, 26000
Notes:
All changes reset on boot, so you'll need to to run everytime you reboot
check your ram usage before with: "free ram"
These two scripts will generally ensure about 300-400mb free ram always.
Removing widgets will improve this also.
If after a while nexus is feeling slow again, run "boost" script.
Fstrim or "lagfix" also helps with those having slow emmc issues
Enjoy more free ram
Or download an app called autokiller memory. Works miracles
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Or download an app called autokiller memory. Works miracles
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didn't know about that app.
This is more geeky and cleaner though, who doesn't want to use terminal??
And i don't think the app flushes the ram cache (similar to the adrenaline v3 script)
According to anandtech:
"I’m told that TRIM support has been part of the eMMC standard since around version 4.2, it was just a matter of enabling it in software. The result is that the new Nexus 7 shouldn’t have these aging affects at all. Better yet, fstrim support has also been added to the old Nexus 7 with as of the Android 4.3 update, so if you’ve got a Nexus 7 that feels slow, I/O performance should get better after fstrim runs in the background. I'm checking on whether the other Nexus devices have also had TRIM support added. I would consider the slow storage aging problem fixed as of now, and Google took the eMMC and storage I/O performance issues with the previous Nexus 7 to heart for this version."
Link: http://anandtech.com/show/7176/nexus-7-2013-mini-review/4
So that's good news for poorly ageing nexus 7's, just update to 4.3 instead of running lagfix
@mods: close/move the thread please.
this is another minfree / lowmemkiller script like Supercharger V6 which offers nothing more than actually less memory. What do I mean? It makes the device start killing apps/processes much sooner rendering it multitask-less. Provides a boost but at a terrible cost: much less mem available to apps...
I was able to multitask smoothly between 8 open apps without reloads. And I've been using this setup for 2mths or so.
I had memory issues with my n7, and this solved them, and I wanted to share as users (can't remember the thread name) were discussing slowness due to limited free ram, and this worked for me.
Mods feel free to close, sharing experiences is not appreciated obviously..
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@mods: close/move the thread please.
this is another minfree / lowmemkiller script like Supercharger V6 which offers nothing more than actually less memory. What do I mean? It makes the device start killing apps/processes much sooner rendering it multitask-less. Provides a boost but at a terrible cost: much less mem available to apps...
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So basically, the Xda crowd is too dumb to make up their own minds?
Shouldn't it be up to the individual to try this (and any other) mod freely. Your personal experience with similar mods is welcome, but you trying to tell others what is best for them is way out of line imo.
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Thanks for sharing it! :beer:
On linux systems having a little amount of free ram is not necessarily a bad thing. it means that the apps you use most are available to be opened very quickly.
OP: what do you mean by "empty app"?
Appreciate your effort, OP. However, a more user-friendly way is to install an app like Rom Toolbox(and others) and change minfree. RT has presets, and set at boot features. I personally subscribe to the thought process that unused ram is wasted ram.
Nbsss said:
According to anandtech:
"I’m told that TRIM support has been part of the eMMC standard since around version 4.2, it was just a matter of enabling it in software. The result is that the new Nexus 7 shouldn’t have these aging affects at all. Better yet, fstrim support has also been added to the old Nexus 7 with as of the Android 4.3 update, so if you’ve got a Nexus 7 that feels slow, I/O performance should get better after fstrim runs in the background. I'm checking on whether the other Nexus devices have also had TRIM support added. I would consider the slow storage aging problem fixed as of now, and Google took the eMMC and storage I/O performance issues with the previous Nexus 7 to heart for this version."
Link: http://anandtech.com/show/7176/nexus-7-2013-mini-review/4
So that's good news for poorly ageing nexus 7's, just update to 4.3 instead of running lagfix
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I wish My poorly aging Nexus 7 hasn't improved at all since the 4.3 update. In fact I think it's running even slower. I haven't run lagfix since the update though since I lost root and I'm waiting for Wug's updated toolkit to get it back. (I know I can restore root with other methods but I'm lazy and toolkits just make it easier.)
Aside from the TRIM issue I loved my old Nexus, but 16gb just wasn't enough space anymore and any time I dipped below 4gb of remaining storage it would lag so horribly I'd have to wipe the whole thing and start over if I wanted it to be buttery smooth again, even after using lagfix. Lagfix helped a bit, but it was still crawling compared to a freshly wiped tablet.
I've got a 2013 Nexus 7 on the way though so hopefully what you said about TRIM on the newer model is true and this one won't age as poorly as the original. Even if it does, having an extra 16gb of wiggle room can't hurt.
My thoughts
The most aggressive lvl on the minfree script is 26K ie 26,000*4/1024 = 101mb
Having less than 100mb of ram (ie over 90% ram used) slows down my n7 and its really bad when i have 19-45mb of ram left...
The fact that the script resets on reboot means i can easily compare the difference, for ME it helps and i can't notice an impact on multitasking (and thx for teaching me how to use terminal to check ram usage )
mrazndead said:
Or download an app called autokiller memory. Works miracles
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Since i use this app my ram is always ok. Thanks so much, really improved a lot
Hello Everyone, As we know, developing support for our Canvas 2 is increasing day-by-day and there are lots of Custom ROM’s and Kernels available. They bring lots of performance improvements and added features.
While Flashing ROM’s and doing modifications, it is important for everyone to know, how to keep our Canvas 2 in good health and in proper working condition. Keeping this in mind, here are my few tips and suggestions that I hope, will benefit everyone.
Preventing Data loss while installing any mod or ROM:
It is recommended to take Nandroid backup before you flash anything on your handset. If something goes wrong, you can always restore this backup, and prevent your data loss, instead of flashing whole ROM again and losing your apps and data.
Backing up your private data regularly to ensure it is up to date:
Always take a backup of Your private data (Messages, Contacts, Call Logs) using Titanium Backup or on PC, using software like Moborobo and WonderShare MobileGO.
All Contacts can be exported as a single .vcf file from Import/Export menu in Contacts app.
Also, You can use ‘Backup Data to XML’ option in Titanium Backup to seamlessly backup and restore Bookmarks, Call logs, Messages and Wi-Fi access points.
Everyday Use (Cleaning cache, Maintaining RAM, App Locking)
Using third party apps like Clean Master is a good idea to clean cache stored on device like browser cache, icon cache. Also, using lightweight launchers such as Nova, Disabling live wallpapers, helps to keep the consumption of RAM in control and prevent drain of battery.
App lockers, provide protection on per-app basis. You can even prevent uninstalling and Force Stopping of apps by enabling the app locker as Device Administrator if it supports this functionality.
Advanced Maintenance (Backing up IMEI, Using Swapper)
Back up your IMEI using MobileUncle MTK Tools app. It will create a file named ‘IMEI.bak’ on your SD Card for restoring later in case it is lost. If the Kernel supports, you can use swap to increase the RAM. Download Swapper or Swapper 2 from play store and set the necessary size of swap file. Keep in mind that excessive use of swap degrades the life of SD card. It is recommended to use a SD card with Class 6 or above to avoid performance issues.
Hope this information will help!
A Good Share
Thanks for sharing this info Bro,
I am sure we all have our own invented ways of maintaining our phones so I do hope that we all will continue updating this thread on a regular basis with our valuable & working inputs
With regards to maintaining our phone, I always keep it on Airplane mode instead of turning it off once I am in the office coz Camera Phones are not allowed in my office, now by doing this I save a bit of battery which is consumed in rebooting the phone
VOTE OF THANKS.!!! :victory:
thank u very much for the concerned information u shared ..!! can you suggest good apps for cleaning cache... is c clean er good!!
addasjii said:
thank u very much for the concerned information u shared ..!! can you suggest good apps for cleaning cache... is c clean er good!!
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Not sure about C Cleaner, haven't used it, but I'd like to recommend Android Assistant available for free on playstore @ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.advancedprocessmanager
Here's the description copied from playstore:
Top 18 features to help you easily and efficiently manage your android phone.
Android Assistant is one of the most powerful and comprehensive management tools to improve your android phone's performance. It speeds up your phone's running speed and saves battery.
【Top18 features】
1. Monitor status (cpu, memory, battery)
2. Process Manager (Auto Boost and Quick Boost can distinguish different types of processes thus will not kill fatal system processes and apps in Ignore List.)
3. Cache Cleaner
4. System Clean(Browser History, Clipboard, Market History, Gmail History, Google Earth History, Google Map History)
5. Save Battery Settings(bluetooth, wifi, gps, auto-sync, orientation, haptic feedback, screen brightness, timeout)
6. File Manager
7. Startup Manager
8. Batch Uninstall
9. Battery use
10. Volume Control
11. Ringer
12. Startup Time
13. Startup Silent(Menu->Settings->Startup Silent)
14. System Info
15. Widget(Quick Booster[1,4], Shortcuts[4])
16. App 2 SD(Support android2.2 and later)：Get more free internal phone storage space
17. Batch Installation
18. App backup and restore
Amit_timA said:
Thanks for sharing this info Bro,
I am sure we all have our own invented ways of maintaining our phones so I do hope that we all will continue updating this thread on a regular basis with our valuable & working inputs
With regards to maintaining our phone, I always keep it on Airplane mode instead of turning it off once I am in the office coz Camera Phones are not allowed in my office, now by doing this I save a bit of battery which is consumed in rebooting the phone
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Yes, You are right! Airplane mode does save a lot of battery! I also use it whenever i'm in No Coverage area or travelling.
Rebooting each and every time takes a significant toll on battery. Keeping the phone on Flight mode is generally a wise choice.
addasjii said:
thank u very much for the concerned information u shared ..!! can you suggest good apps for cleaning cache... is c clean er good!!
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hi buddy , use of apps for cleaning cache will also use ram and cpu power, if possible use scripts instead , that will be more beneficial
grt work :good:
sierrarohan said:
Advanced Maintenance (Backing up IMEI, Using Swapper)
If the Kernel supports, you can use swap to increase the RAM. Download Swapper or Swapper 2 from play store and set the necessary size of swap file. Keep in mind that excessive use of swap degrades the life of SD card. It is recommended to use a SD card with Class 6 or above to avoid performance issues.
Hope this information will help!
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Using scripts to increase ram and making swap file in cache partition has got much more advantages than swapper.
AND SWAPPER 2.. DON'T USE THAT.
[email protected] said:
Using scripts to increase ram and making swap file has got much more advantages than swapper.
AND SWAPPER 2.. DON'T USE THAT.
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Yes, I'm beginning to wonder myself. Because Swapper 2 caused my handset to reboot thrice and SD card became unstable. Also there were more lags when using swapfile on SD card. Would you like me to update this in OP? Or discuss here?
sierrarohan said:
Yes, I'm beginning to wonder myself. Because Swapper 2 caused my handset to reboot thrice and SD card became unstable. Also there were more lags when using swapfile on SD card. Would you like me to update this in OP? Or discuss here?
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OF COURSE.....BUT SOMEWHAT SHORT OF TIME.
SO WOULD RATHER LIKE TO DIRECT YOU TO THIS THREAD WHERE I HAVE ALREADY COMPLETELY DISCUSSED THE WHOLE THING INSTEAD OF WRITING AGAIN AND AGAIN. GO TO THIS THREAD AND SIMPLY READ THE SIXTH POST. IT CONTAINS THE WHOLE PROCEDURE,VERIFICATION, ADVANTAGES AND HOW IT WORKS etc etc....
Good Buddy thanks...:thumbup:
Is rom will works canvas2 successfully. anyone write details, pls...
diginode said:
Is rom will works canvas2 successfully. anyone write details, pls...
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Which rom bro?
sierrarohan said:
Hello Everyone, As we know, developing support for our Canvas 2 is increasing day-by-day and there are lots of Custom ROM’s and Kernels available. They bring lots of performance improvements and added features.
While Flashing ROM’s and doing modifications, it is important for everyone to know, how to keep our Canvas 2 in good health and in proper working condition. Keeping this in mind, here are my few tips and suggestions that I hope, will benefit everyone.
Preventing Data loss while installing any mod or ROM:
It is recommended to take Nandroid backup before you flash anything on your handset. If something goes wrong, you can always restore this backup, and prevent your data loss, instead of flashing whole ROM again and losing your apps and data.
Backing up your private data regularly to ensure it is up to date:
Always take a backup of Your private data (Messages, Contacts, Call Logs) using Titanium Backup or on PC, using software like Moborobo and WonderShare MobileGO.
All Contacts can be exported as a single .vcf file from Import/Export menu in Contacts app.
Also, You can use ‘Backup Data to XML’ option in Titanium Backup to seamlessly backup and restore Bookmarks, Call logs, Messages and Wi-Fi access points.
Everyday Use (Cleaning cache, Maintaining RAM, App Locking)
Using third party apps like Clean Master is a good idea to clean cache stored on device like browser cache, icon cache. Also, using lightweight launchers such as Nova, Disabling live wallpapers, helps to keep the consumption of RAM in control and prevent drain of battery.
App lockers, provide protection on per-app basis. You can even prevent uninstalling and Force Stopping of apps by enabling the app locker as Device Administrator if it supports this functionality.
Advanced Maintenance (Backing up IMEI, Using Swapper)
Back up your IMEI using MobileUncle MTK Tools app. It will create a file named ‘IMEI.bak’ on your SD Card for restoring later in case it is lost. If the Kernel supports, you can use swap to increase the RAM. Download Swapper or Swapper 2 from play store and set the necessary size of swap file. Keep in mind that excessive use of swap degrades the life of SD card. It is recommended to use a SD card with Class 6 or above to avoid performance issues.
Hope this information will help!
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Great guide bro
Thanka fr it
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Lag issue.
Hey Guys,
After reading many posts, and trying myself, I found that using Xposed Framework makes our device a bit slow to perform and laggy.
Certain slow-downs occur after applying a xtheme.
Can anyone comment on that?
it does
sierrarohan said:
Hey Guys,
After reading many posts, and trying myself, I found that using Xposed Framework makes our device a bit slow to perform and laggy.
Certain slow-downs occur after applying a xtheme.
Can anyone comment on that?
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my cell use to lag alot i tried a few scripts but all in vain so i undo almost most of xposed settingsand my cell have been quick and swift like b4...
so according to me too much xpose settings does slow your cell :good:
Ok, this is not a rant thread, just so you know. Nor is it a basic thread asking about the mistakes I made. Kind of.
Some of you would know I kingo rooted my Xperia E last week. Bricked my xperia e last week. Fixed my xperia e last week.
Downloaded Rom Toolbox lite on my xperia e yesterday. Bricked my phone yesterday. Fixed my phone yesterday.
To be safe, I need you to tell me the safest root apps that will help my phone:
Speed up general performance
Increase RAM from 409MB
Make games work much faster like Temple Run 2, Subway Surfers, and even JETPACK JOYRIDE!!!!
Keeps me on top of my app installations and CPU/GPU Control
I also want a fancy boot animation, which is what bricked my phone in the first place I believe (Yesterday, using rom toolbox).
And I want these by:
Give me a CPU Control that is safe and can give my phone max performance.
Give me either an app that creates RAM Swapfiles or a technique you can do when connecting your mobile/sdcard to the pc to get more RAM.
Give me apps that may find blocks of data when needed (like lagfix) and fix entropy levels, as well as smart root ram boosting to make game performance hugely improve.
I want an app like a Root Browser that keeps me on top of my system, my CPU and GPU manually at all times.
Thanks, Guys.
To speed up general performance, the best thing is Greenify. Just hibernate Google Play Services, Facebook, and any other app you don't want running in the background.
I don't think there is a way to increase RAM, but you can probably use Swapper for Root to add swap. Of course, your kernel needs to support swap (I think hsr0's CM10 does).
Seeder, Hyper Cola Mod, 16-128 MB of swap, and Greenify speed up gaming a lot. But how come you can't play Jetpack Joyride? I can play NFS: Most Wanted and CSR Racing easily.
No idea for GPU control, but CM10 gives CPU control in Settings > Performance.
When downloading a boot animation, make sure it's for MDPI. Other than that you should be fine.
Greenify frees RAM, Swapper for Root adds swap. Seeder generates entropy, CM10 gives CPU control.
What do you mean by "on top of my app installations"?
NSDCars5 said:
To speed up general performance, the best thing is Greenify. Just hibernate Google Play Services, Facebook, and any other app you don't want running in the background.
I don't think there is a way to increase RAM, but you can probably use Swapper for Root to add swap. Of course, your kernel needs to support swap (I think hsr0's CM10 does).
Seeder, Hyper Cola Mod, 16-128 MB of swap, and Greenify speed up gaming a lot. But how come you can't play Jetpack Joyride? I can play NFS: Most Wanted and CSR Racing easily.
No idea for GPU control, but CM10 gives CPU control in Settings > Performance.
When downloading a boot animation, make sure it's for MDPI. Other than that you should be fine.
Greenify frees RAM, Swapper for Root adds swap. Seeder generates entropy, CM10 gives CPU control.
What do you mean by "on top of my app installations"?
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Thanks, I have a few questions and an answer to yours. So:
Are you saying Greenify frees ram of servicing apps in the background? Because I have already got an app that freezes apps. Is that fine?
Hyper Cola Mod? What that Do? Seeder, does it work?
I tried Swapper for Root, my clean master said the same amount of RAM and I didn't see much to any difference. Could you give me the Computer method, creating your own swapfile?
MDPI? Help me.
And give me a completely simple way of flashing CM10/10.2 on m xperia e. I have it rooted, android 4.0.4, kernel .68, with No frills CPU Control (only helping a little) and Rom Toolbow. Give me a link to hsr0's cm10 and how to put it on my phone because I don't think mine works with swap.
NEED TO KNOW HOW TO PUT APPS ONTO SD CARD, HEAVY ONES!!!
EDIT TO MY GAMING COMMENT: I can play Jetpack Joyride, with tiny lagg at tiny times for a tiny amount of time, but I need help on Temple Run 2 especially. Subway Surfers still has minor lagg but it has 90% improved from what it was before I rooted. I also need the tutorial for volt.fstab thing allowing me to have sd card for my internal memory. And one more question:
If I do the volt.fstab technique, making my sdcard into internal memory allowing me to download NFS Most Wanted, can I still use my SDCARD for ram? Because if I'm right, with the volt.fstab technique you make your sdcard into internal memory. And you cannot make swapfiles in internal memory? Can I still increase RAM?
Thanks. I will most likely Greenify, Seeder, Swap for Root (CM10). I need nformation on how to fit Most Wanted on my Xperia E.
MY INFO:
Sony Xperia E Single Sim
Android 4.0.4 (Kernel 11.A.0.68)
Rooted w/SuperSU (Kingo Android Root)
ROM Toolbox Lite, No Frills CPU Control, Swapper for Root (Not Working).
2GB of Internal Storage with 600MB left (NEED TO KNOW HOW TO PUT APPS ONTO SD CARD, HEAVY ONES)
4GB SD Card with 3.09 GB available.
Sorry for the really REALLY large comment, lol.
Lag?
Get greenify donation pack and greenify the sony media apps as well,and basically everything except a few [like com.sonyericons.usbbox or something,systemui,lockscreen,launcher,etc] and I don't really think seeder works now[I've tried it on my XE,htc pico and a SII,works on none]
So,straight away flash pure performances or hyper cola package[never tried hyper cola package actually] and if possibe run v6 supercharger script.
And done.
@XPeRIAeUSeR
Whatever happens, DO NOT CHANGE THE vold.fstab! PEOPLE HAVE BEEN KNOWN TO HARD-BRICK (such that even Sony can't fix) THEIR PHONES WITH THIS! (clears throat) Now, with that out of the way...
This is the CM10 I use: ROM by jjm34, kernel by hsr0, guide by UltraGamerHD: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48837634#post48837634
Yes, Greenify frees RAM. It does so by "hibernating" apps and putting them out of the memory. When the apps are launched again, they are put back in the memory automatically, so you can continue using them. But don't use Greenify with IM apps (like WhatsApp), alarm apps, etc, as they need to run in background.
Hyper Cola Mod (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2404653) does stuff I really don't understand to speed up gaming a lot. However, you need to reboot after the gaming session, otherwise the battery will drain very quickly.
Swapper doesn't change the amount of RAM you have, but it adds swap, where apps can reside while they are not being used. Also, swap will not work on stock (ICS or JB doesn't matter), it needs CM10. Well, it only needs the CM10 kernel, but the kernel needs the rest of CM10, so you need to put the whole CM10 or your phone won't boot.
To put heavy games on my external SD, I use FolderMount - it mounts certain folders of your choice from the internal card to the external card, so the phone thinks the stuff is on the internal card, but in reality it's on the external card. Thanks to MatsPunt for telling me about it.
The stuff I mentioned (CM10 included) will help, but not much if you're already using ICS.
And once again, to remind you: Whatever happens, DO NOT CHANGE THE vold.fstab! PEOPLE HAVE BEEN KNOWN TO HARD-BRICK (such that even Sony can't fix) THEIR PHONES WITH THIS! Use FolderMount instead.
Your asking for the impossible
If you want a fast phone then buy one -_-, please do not expect much from our devices
I'm not really, I know you can max the CPU capabilities, I know ram can be increased and the people's comments above you.can improve so much of so little.
HELP NEEDED
Tried to get into google play store, it didn't let me. Uninstalled it and play services, tried reinstalling it and now says, application not installed. I need help, because of course I need the google play store.
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@Thanatos Um... not really. I don't really feel any difference in everyday usage (making phone calls, playing games, stuff) between a Samsung Galaxy Grand and my E. In fact, due to the smaller size, the E feels better to hold.
@XPeRIAeUSeR Try doing a clean wipe, reinstalling the ROM.
NSDCars5 said:
@Thanatos Um... not really. I don't really feel any difference in everyday usage (making phone calls, playing games, stuff) between a Samsung Galaxy Grand and my E. In fact, due to the smaller size, the E feels better to hold.
@XPeRIAeUSeR Try doing a clean wipe, reinstalling the ROM.
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Horribly, I flashed .47 kernel, .68 kernel twice and .13 kernel. All this made me do a factory reset; now it's fine.
Help Again Guys. FolderMount - How to use it and does it put current games to Internal Memory?? Thanks.
XPeRIAeUSeR said:
Help Again Guys. FolderMount - How to use it and does it put current games to Internal Memory?? Thanks.
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FolderMount works this way: when Android looks for files in a folder, say, /sdcard/Music, FolderMount redirects Android to a different folder, say, /external_sd/Music. So you can store your stuff on /external_sd, but Android thinks the files are in /sdcard.
Thanks, but your missing ky point. What source and destinations files do I put into the app as well as the name that will allow me to get most wanted...?
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XPeRIAeUSeR said:
Thanks, but your missing ky point. What source and destinations files do I put into the app as well as the name that will allow me to get most wanted...?
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Oh... you meant it that way. The source directory is
Code:
/sdcard/Android/data/com.ea.games.nfs13_na
The destination directory (replace external_sd with ext_card if you're using ICS)
Code:
/external_sd/Android/data/com.ea.games.nfs13_na
The name can be whatever you want. After this, install the game from the Play Store, and it'll get installed on the external SD card.
@NSDCars5, No offense who said Galaxy Grand is considered a powerful phone.
@Thanatos Good point.
Its not that GRAND :thumbdown:
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There's nothing special with a dual core 1.2 cortex a7... I would still consider it atleast somewhat powerful if it where krait
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After a lot of research on xda I came across some mods which improve gaming performance.
Prerequisites :
1. A rooted phone
2. An unlocked bootloader (for installing custom kernels)
3. Basic knowledge about taking cwm/twrp backups,flashing scripts,restoring stock fw etc.
4. Make sure that you have busybox installed. If not ,download and install it from playstore.
5. Follow this guide if you are unable to get init.d support :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...-stock-ics-t2177856/post38796669#post38796669
There are many custom roms available for tipo but I prefer using stock ICS firmware the most.
All mods below are for ICS and have been tested on latest stock firmware only.
Let's move to the first part -
RAM :
I found out that ICS uses less memory than cm 10.
I've used Paradox Rom and I found out that it uses a LOT OF MEMORY.
(Approximately 200mb+). Therefore I use stock rom. After applying the mods below ram usage is low.
1. First of all remove all bloatware from stock firmware.
You can delete update centre from /system/app .
2. I don't use social networking apps so I've removed Facebook,Whatsapp,Hangouts.
3. Don't use any task killer . They end up using more Ram and battery. Use only xbooster if at all. It's free on playstore
4. If you use a lot of apps you might want to use Greenify. Take care not to use experimental features -they consume more ram.
5. You should use a launcher that consumes less memory. The stock xperia launcher uses large amount of ram. I personally prefer Zeam Launcher.
6. If you are still short of memory ,you might want to swap a small amount of your internal storage and use it as RAM . The stock kernel supports swap. Here is a script to create swap files : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2359182
so no need to use roehsoft ram expander.
But be aware that swapping your internal storage for using as ram will decrease its life.
7. Reboot your phone once a day.
8. Freeze/delete those system apps which you do not use regularly. I have disabled google play store and google play services as they keep waking up the device at regular intervals.
9. Hypercola script is excellent for gaming :http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2404653
I've attached a few screen shots of my ram usage
Kernel :
If you have unlocked your bootloader you can use custom kernels.
At present there are three available :
Vengeance by @rachitrawat
Link : http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-j-e/orig-development/kernel-vengeance-t2134810
Vengeance reloaded by @ShivangDave
Link : http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...ent/kernel-vengeance-reloaded-paused-t2540952
Enigma by @Yash98
Link : http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-j-e/orig-development/miro-tipo-enigma-kernel-ics-t2942101
ENIGMA is the latest kernel for tipo and from my experience ,its the best.
It has both CPU and GPU overclocked.
Graphics :
Reducing resolution and textures helps us to play new games smoothly.
Many of you know that installing GL tools zip causes settings to crash.
I found out that both Chainfire 3D and GL tools use same driver so you might try installing cf3d driver from chain fire 3d and use gl tools to change graphics settings. Then you can use GL Tools without bugs.
This init.d script helps to reduce lags in games and in launcher :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-j-e/orig-development/xperia-e-j-miro-tipo-adreno200-t2635772
Storage :
Another hindrance to gaming is too less internal memory (2.15 GB).
But if you have a memory card, you can swap storages and your memory card will be used as internal sdcard. Thanks to @TeamMex for this.
you can verify it in Settings>>Storage.
Steps :
1. Using a file manager like Root Explorer ,navigate to /system/etc and search for vold.fstab file.
2. Backup your original vold.fstab file.
3. Download the file in the attachments. Rename it to vold.fstab (remove .txt from file name and replace it with the original file.
4. Reboot.
5. After reboot go to Settings >>Storage. And you'll see your external card as internal storage.
Follow the instructions carefully or you might end up with a bricked device.
6. If you want to revert simply replace the vold.fstab file with your backed up one.
You can also use apps like foldermount or GL to Sd if you don't like swapping internal -external storage
Please post your comments below and give your suggestions and I shall add them to the OP.
I shall be adding more mods/tips soon !!
And please don't hesitate to hit the thanks button if I helped you
Disabling Apps :
Another hindrance to gaming is the memory consumed by system apps such as power saver, update centre . We root users have better techniques for saving power !!
Now , there are many apps available in the playstore which can disable system apps but most of them are either paid or consume a lot of ram. I have found a technique of disabling apps on xda.
I don't know who the author is so I am unable to give credits.
The method is pretty much simple.
1. Use any file manager which has root access. I prefer Root Explorer.
2. Go to /system/app
3. rename app you want to disable to xxx.apk.bak where xxx is apk name.
Eg:- if ypu want to disable NetworkLocation.apk , you just have to add .bak at the end of file extension i. e., you write NetworkLocation.apk.bak
The above method is also applicable for user apps. These apps can be found in /data/app
Apps that can be disabled safely :
1. Update Centre
2. Power Saver
3. News and Weather
4. Facebook
5. Timescape
6 . YouTube
Root Explorer also contains thumbnails of apps so you can easily identify the apps from their icons.
Here I would like to add a small note about stock music player.
If you listen to music frequently ,stock music player runs in background and is not easily killed. It cannot be exited and starts running as soon as music icon is touched. An alternative to this would be Walkman app but Walkman has some permission issues with custom kernels like venegeance. Thus it force closes every time. Therefore it is advisable that you reboot your phone before starting any heavy game.
Moderators , if you see this post , please sticky this thread.
Thanks in advance
Playing gta san andreas with minimal lags
There you go guys !!!
Here are the best settings for playing GTA San Andreas :
Without wasting a second lets move to the first part
In Game Settings :
Go to in game settings->Display setup .Turn off Shadows and car reflections,set visual effects to low ,draw distance and resolution to 0%. Don't worry even after setting everything to low ,the game looks almost same as in pc.
Install enigma kernel if you haven't done it already.
Edit : Hypercola script drinks battery too fast. Better not use it.
Next , use defiant07's swap script . Links are already provided in one if the previous posts. Run script using script manager. Follow instructions in the script and choose "ext card" option as location to create swapfile . Do note that by choosing above option it will create swap file on internal sd card. Internal storage has normally the fastest read write speeds unless u're using a class 10 sd card.
Size of swap file should be 250 mb.
Set swappiness between 40-60.
Swapping with high values of swappiness for long periods will ruin your sd card and internal storage. See post 22 on page 3 for more info. So,use swap only if you require it. Playing without swap only results in more fc's nothing more. I am getting a frame rate of18 -20 fps even without swap.
CPU Settings :
Use any cpu control app .
I found out that setting too aggressive frequencies doesn't help. Rather device performance gets reduced due to overheating. I got highly satisfactory results by applying below mentioned freq and gov
Max frequency : 999 mhz
Min Frequency : 320 mhz
I/o scheduler : sio
Governor : ondemand
Use Enigma kernel v8.5 for best results
Heavy gaming with overclock will drink your battery.
For best results , after gaming for 2min from first launch, restart your game. It helps to clear up ram and thereafter gaming becomes very smooth .
My battery goes to 0% after 6-7 hours from full charge if I play gta san andreas continuously.
Please let me know if I missed out something and give your remarks towards this post. Have a good time playing gta san andreas !!
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Thanks for guide
keprek said:
Thanks for guide
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Hit the thanks button instead (Thanks button is located at lower right hand corner of my post (the thumb up sign))
Anupam_Dey said:
Hit the thanks button instead (Thanks button is located at lower right hand corner of my post (the thumb up sign))
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I am using xda premium app. and I do not know where the location of a button thanks
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I am using xda premium app. and I do not know where the location of a button thanks
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yes. I've pressed the button ..
wow cool...
thanks for such a very detailed gaming guide bro, specially for Tipo/Tipo Dual !
It really tunes up the performance of my tipo dual, really effective! :good:
akramhadji said:
thanks for such a very detailed gaming guide bro, specially for Tipo/Tipo Dual !
It really tunes up the performance of my tipo dual, really effective! :good:
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Thanks for the positive feedback !!!! .
You should check out my newly added tutorial for disabling apps !!!
I have XE, but i bet these tips work for tipo:
- If you've deleted all background apps, dont use greenify. It consumes CPU and RAM.
- RAM Manager Pro is much better than Xbooster - have a try.
- Use old versions of media apps (FB, youtube, google apps...).
- If you have compatibility issues with ICS, or you want some more features, pick CM10. Its performance is nearly as good as ICS (I can get 280mb free).
- If you are scared of swapping (yeah, there is a slight chance of hard brick), use FolderMount to move the obbs to SD.
- in CPU management, use SmartassV2/ Ondemand governor instead of Performance, if you don't play 24/7.
Last: Don't try to play Need for speed MW on your phone if your PC can max it out. You should know what I mean.
iH8Ecchi said:
I have XE, but i bet these tips work for tipo:
- If you've deleted all background apps, dont use greenify. It consumes CPU and RAM.
- RAM Manager Pro is much better than Xbooster - have a try.
- Use old versions of media apps (FB, youtube, google apps...).
- If you have compatibility issues with ICS, or you want some more features, pick CM10. Its performance is nearly as good as ICS (I can get 280mb free).
- If you are scared of swapping (yeah, there is a slight chance of hard brick), use FolderMount to move the obbs to SD.
- in CPU management, use SmartassV2/ Ondemand governor instead of Performance, if you don't play 24/7.
Last: Don't try to play Need for speed MW on your phone if your PC can max it out. You should know what I mean.
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But why ?
nfs mw works very smoothly even without over clock .
Anupam_Dey said:
But why ?
nfs mw works very smoothly even without over clock .
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Just an example I meant dont tank on your phone every time when you have a good PC
Btw, nfs mw on PC is a lot more fun than on mobile.
So guys check out my guide for playing gta san andreas smoothly.
Stay tuned for more tweaks !!!
Have a nice day !!
I have completed all main story missions and you should too. Its the best third person game on android !
the stock kernel support SWAP?
Dr Matt said:
the stock kernel support SWAP?
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All new Sony devices support it.
Tried this guide on my Xperia E1 and the gaming was a bit better than before, but not that much.
Kizoky said:
All new Sony devices support it.
Tried this guide on my Xperia E1 and the gaming was a bit better than before, but not that much.
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thanks for answer, but can you give me (or add to OP) OFFICIAL INFO about it, I tried a lot of swap apps on stock kernel without success
Dr Matt said:
thanks for answer, but can you give me (or add to OP) OFFICIAL INFO about it, I tried a lot of swap apps on stock kernel without success
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Maybe not all stock kernels support it by default
iH8Ecchi said:
- RAM Manager Pro is much better than Xbooster - have a try.
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Thanks, great tip!
Here is my free RAM in hard multitasking mode (without Greenify) on TheBrainCandyS 1.3Final: