Hi guys, in these days I'm trying many different roms to chose the best one. I've tried these: AndroidMe, codename android 1.3.3, CyanogenMod 9 v4.0.3 v2.1 and CyberGR-MOD with the respective stock-kernel but no one did satisfy my desires.
I just want these "mods"
- configurable Toggles in status bar (so that i can switch on and off 3g data just with 2 screen taps)
- Battery icon with % of battery left
- Configurable Lockscreen (I need at maximum 4 targets)
- TouchWake (the screen turns on with just a finger touch on it)
- Maximum frequence of cpu at 1,2 Ghz
Now comes the big problem! With all the roms I've tried some of this was not available. The best one was cyberGr-Mod, but I had a lot of battery drain.
Which combo Rom+ kernel do you suggest me to have the things I wrote before and also a great battery Life?
Thanks a lot
There are quite some points you want in your rom, I'm not sure if there is any that fits you needs.
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- configurable Toggles in status bar (so that i can switch on and off 3g data just with 2 screen taps)
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I know that feature only from CyanogenMod. That latest version (which you also tried) has them build in but not to a 100% complete. Almost every Rom needs some more development to get all the features implemented it should have, so maybe you need to wait a little.
- Battery icon with % of battery left
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This option does not need to be implemented in a Rom, you can easily change the batter indicator yourself with just flashing the Icon you want. At least for CM9 there are some links in the Rom-Thread.
- Configurable Lockscreen (I need at maximum 4 targets)
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I'm not sure if any Rom has that feature but it also sounds to me like this could be done by an additional program?
- TouchWake (the screen turns on with just a finger touch on it)
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Same here, maybe there is an app for that.
- Maximum frequence of cpu at 1,2 Ghz
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Most Roms and custom kernels have more overclocking, but that it no need at all. You could either use SetCPU to limit the cpu or for example a Rom like CM9, this has additional options to limit the cpu.
Now comes the big problem! With all the roms I've tried some of this was not available. The best one was cyberGr-Mod, but I had a lot of battery drain.
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Why not taking cyberGR when you liked it most and try some other kernels till you find what you want. I would try either the GlaDOS kernel or the matr1x one and then trying different governors in the cpu settings.
aokp + air kernel
All that u want i have in my combo (ROM+Kernel). I use apex (bixie) v.1.0.0 + matr1x kernel v.16.5 (see a review of this combo on nexusshacks - really rocks, i get with normal usage almost 2 days of battery and there are really a lot of tweakable options).
The best combo i've tryied.
cheers.
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forgot to mention, whatever rom u're using, try out NStools ans see if the tweakable options there avaliable are enough for u.
ghling said:
There are quite some points you want in your rom, I'm not sure if there is any that fits you needs.
But let's see:
I know that feature only from CyanogenMod. That latest version (which you also tried) has them build in but not to a 100% complete. Almost every Rom needs some more development to get all the features implemented it should have, so maybe you need to wait a little.
I've tried it in cybergr (based on cyanogen)
This option does not need to be implemented in a Rom, you can easily change the batter indicator yourself with just flashing the Icon you want. At least for CM9 there are some links in the Rom-Thread.
in effect you're right, is easily flshable
I'm not sure if any Rom has that feature but it also sounds to me like this could be done by an additional program?
Same here, maybe there is an app for that.
for touchwake and Configurable lockscreen they are embedded in many roms
Most Roms and custom kernels have more overclocking, but that it no need at all. You could either use SetCPU to limit the cpu or for example a Rom like CM9, this has additional options to limit the cpu.
I've just tried tooverclock to 1,1ghz, otherwise the phone was not stable
Why not taking cyberGR when you liked it most and try some other kernels till you find what you want. I would try either the GlaDOS kernel or the matr1x one and then trying different governors in the cpu settings.
Because now I've installed the Codenamedroid 1.3.3 and everything seems better except the status bar toggles, but i want to give it a try for 1 or 2 days at least
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Sorry for the strange method to answer you but the multiquote-button didn't work
@ sean1984 : Which rom AOKP do you suggest me? is cyanogen the best AOKP or there is something better?
@ kalitza: I went suddenly to check the rom you suggested me on nexushacks, there are many positive comments but also some users which couldn't install the rom for some problems... above all, I will surely give it a try.
Now I'm testing Codename android 1.3.3 and everything except the statusbar toggles (limited to 4 and not customizable,that means no data toggle) seems to work well, i'll use it again a couple of days to have a better idea and then (after nandroid backup if everything in the rom is ok) I will try the one you suggested me.
About NSTools, where can I find the last release? does every rom have a specific release of NSTools or it is universal for every Rom?
in CNA 1.3.3 go to Settings - Interface and touch Notification widget text, it will open toggle menu where you can choose which ones you prefer
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in CNA 1.3.3 go to Settings - Interface and touch Notification widget text, it will open toggle menu where you can choose which ones you prefer
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Oh my God!! how stupid I am you're right, now everything seems ok! I'm thinking back to how many roms I've tried, i think that in some cases I missed that configuration and blaimed myself for not having chose the right rom
milestone3+air kernel3.0.. Great
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@ kalitzka: It's really funny that in the site nexussha*** they now suggest to try the CodeName ICS ROM with Matr1x Kernel, what i'm trying now.
They say "Here’s another combo you can expect some smooth performance with great battery life, CodeName ICS ROM with Matr1x kernel. I think this one, Crossbones, and Bigxie/Apex ROMs are probably the best I’ve tried so far".
P.s. I wrote something to you also in post N. 5.. I'm new in writing here in xda so I don't know well how to use all these forum quoting - quick replying different buttons
ioplkj13 said:
milestone3+air kernel3.0.. Great
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For Milestone 3 you do mean cyanogen Milestone version?
I think he means AOKP's milestone 3. Lol
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I think he means AOKP's milestone 3. Lol
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I cannot find this "milestone3" on the forum.. maybe I'm becoming blind
alessandro1980 said:
Oh my God!! how stupid I am you're right, now everything seems ok! I'm thinking back to how many roms I've tried, i think that in some cases I missed that configuration and blaimed myself for not having chose the right rom
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Don't worry, you'll become a regular crackflasher very soon Speaking about ROMs, my favorites are CNA and Nuhetri, pair them with speedy-7 or air kernel and you're good to go, just delete RAMDISK folder in speedy-7 zip if you're flashing it on CNA. It's great to see how ICS mods keep evolving, thanks again to devs and their hard work...
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Don't worry, you'll become a regular crackflasher very soon Speaking about ROMs, my favorites are CNA and Nuhetri, pair them with speedy-7 or air kernel and you're good to go, just delete RAMDISK folder in speedy-7 zip if you're flashing it on CNA. It's great to see how ICS mods keep evolving, thanks again to devs and their hard work...
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Today I'm trying CNA with kernel Matrix, good battery life but the phone seems a little bit laggy sometimes.. I will surely try the Speedy-7 that you suggested.
Yes It's a great thing that these roms keeps evolving, the only thing that I don't like very much is that there are so many different roms that is so difficult to chose the best one, imagine if there will be only 2-3 roms (for example 1 MIUI, 1 cyanogen, 1 AOSP) and all the developers focused toghether their efforts just in these 3 Roms, I think that now we would already have perfect kernel-roms completely free of problems, full of features, and with 2 days battery life
Yes, I agree with that. We have too many similar ROMs, but I see more and more teams forming, like CNA for example and the result is obvious. I am no dev, but it's kinda hard for a single person to maintain ROM on regular basis, refreshing it with new mods and stuff like that due to lack of time... So, hope to see more teams developing a single ROM
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Yes, I agree with that. We have too many similar ROMs, but I see more and more teams forming, like CNA for example and the result is obvious. I am no dev, but it's kinda hard for a single person to maintain ROM on regular basis, refreshing it with new mods and stuff like that due to lack of time... So, hope to see more teams developing a single ROM
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me too I hope in the forming of new teams of developing, it would be a great occasion to take the best off this already very good Phone
Shameless self promotion, but no CrackFlasher should be without the hard facts, check my work out...
kernels ; battery ; ROM ; gov/sched
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Shameless self promotion, but no CrackFlasher should be without the hard facts, check my work out...
kernels ; battery ; ROM ; gov/sched
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Really great work the one that you made there.. I will look at it for my next change of ROM.. just for curiosity, which Rom, Kernel, governor and scheduler combo are you using in everyday use?
I think that nowadays, after that giant work, no one has as much experience as you in this field
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Really great work the one that you made there.. I will look at it for my next change of ROM.. just for curiosity, which Rom, Kernel, governor and scheduler combo are you using in everyday use?
I think that nowadays, after that giant work, no one has as much experience as you in this field
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I'm using Slim ICS for testing kernels. because of all the testing, my kernel changes all the time.
kernels ; battery ; ROM ; gov/sched
Hi there, despite this topic I'll like to know users experiences with kernel on the Nexus5 since I'm looking for one based on battery duration. See I tested n3oHammer, franco and ElementalX from this three the best was n3oHammer but in recent Cyanogenmod updates it stop working so I'll need to change since Cyanogenmod kernel drain battery to fast, any advice? Any configuration on any kernel to get this battery duration?
PS: Sorry for ask this since it's prohibited but I need some advice on this topic
Try them and find out. Then let us know
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Try them and find out. Then let us know
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Well I left my experience and I'm asking for others experiences
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Hi there, despite this topic I'll like to know users experiences with kernel on the Nexus5 since I'm looking for one based on battery duration. See I tested n3oHammer, franco and ElementalX from this three the best was n3oHammer but in recent Cyanogenmod updates it stop working so I'll need to change since Cyanogenmod kernel drain battery to fast, any advice? Any configuration on any kernel to get this battery duration?
PS: Sorry for ask this since it's prohibited but I need some advice on this topic
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I recommend a move away from CM.
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Try them and find out. Then let us know
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That's exactly what i did , each phone is used in many different ways.
Inb4lock
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I personally run Franco, but no CM
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reynierpm said:
Hi there, despite this topic I'll like to know users experiences with kernel on the Nexus5 since I'm looking for one based on battery duration. See I tested n3oHammer, franco and ElementalX from this three the best was n3oHammer but in recent Cyanogenmod updates it stop working so I'll need to change since Cyanogenmod kernel drain battery to fast, any advice? Any configuration on any kernel to get this battery duration?
PS: Sorry for ask this since it's prohibited but I need some advice on this topic
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In my personal opinion I would run Chaos Kernel: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2551441
Comes with NXT app to tweak it. You could easily change the clock, voltage, governor, and other things in combination with screen brightness, Gravity Box's smart radio and a few other things to achieve maximum battery life. I am not a fan of CM never was never will be.
I personally could care less about battery life as long as I get through the day doing what I need to do when I need to do it. I don't do all the little things to prolong battery life. If I made it through the day and had 50% left well I would have to charge it because the next day it would die and who knows if I would use it more or less.
reynierpm said:
Hi there, despite this topic I'll like to know users experiences with kernel on the Nexus5 since I'm looking for one based on battery duration. See I tested n3oHammer, franco and ElementalX from this three the best was n3oHammer but in recent Cyanogenmod updates it stop working so I'll need to change since Cyanogenmod kernel drain battery to fast, any advice? Any configuration on any kernel to get this battery duration?
PS: Sorry for ask this since it's prohibited but I need some advice on this topic
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So you admit that you know these threads aren't allowed yet you post it anyways? That's going to go over well.
OP, as you know these threads are prohibited and will be closed. Best advice I can give you is try a few out and see which best suits your needs. Battery life depends greatly on which apps you run and your overall usage, both of which vary per user.
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So I recently found out that franco kernel is no longer compatible with cyanogenmod 11. I would like to know which is more battery efficient. Having franco kernel with stock rom or cyanogenmod with the kernel that is shipped with it? Does anyone have experience in this?
battery is all about how you personally use your device, how you set it up, what apps you use, and mostly the quality of your phone/data signal. using either cm kernel or franco kernel can give you great battery life or terrible battery life. any kernel will give you great battery life or terrible battery life.
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So I recently found out that franco kernel is no longer compatible with cyanogenmod 11. I would like to know which is more battery efficient. Having franco kernel with stock rom or cyanogenmod with the kernel that is shipped with it? Does anyone have experience in this?
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Both are good and have their (dis)advantages. No one can tell you whats best cause different users have different preferences and needs. Best is to try them out yourself and see what you like best.
I am aware of that. I admit that I am quite the power user which mostly results in a pretty bad battery life. I just wanted to know which option has the better potential with the same amount of usage. I guess I'll experiment with it myself then
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I am aware of that. I admit that I am quite the power user which mostly results in a pretty bad battery life. I just wanted to know which option has the better potential with the same amount of usage. I guess I'll experiment with it myself then
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im one of the heaviest users you will meet, yet i still see a minimum of 5h+ screen on time every day. set up your device right, and if you have a great signal you will have very hood battery life no matter what you use.
Combine rooted stock, Franco kernel and the Xposed framework plus it's various modules and you will get most of the Custom ROM features along with better battery life and stability. I'm very pleased with that combo.
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I'm new on this device, and i have some newbie questions
1. Why sometimes my screen kinda flash a bit? But i set the Adaptive Brightness off...
2. What is the best kernel for battery life? I want to try franco, but it seems it doesn't support CM 12.1
Thanks for answering
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I'm new on this device, and i have some newbie questions
1. Why sometimes my screen kinda flash a bit? But i set the Adaptive Brightness off...
2. What is the best kernel for battery life? I want to try franco, but it seems it doesn't support CM 12.1
Thanks for answering
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1. That's too vague, provide more information.
2. The best kernel for battery life is the one that offers you the best battery life after your own testing. Each device is different, only your own testing can answer this question.
AndreIrawan97 said:
I'm new on this device, and i have some newbie questions
1. Why sometimes my screen kinda flash a bit? But i set the Adaptive Brightness off...
2. What is the best kernel for battery life? I want to try franco, but it seems it doesn't support CM 12.1
Thanks for answering
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1) It should not flicker. Try with a different ROM. If the issue continues, you might want to get your phone checked.
2) I have used Boeffla kernel and it can be easily monitored by an app by which you can underclock your CPU or put in under extreme power save modes. Give it a try! However it really depends on your use. You might want to try different ROMs as well. They provide various tweaks that will vary SOT that can be experienced by different users!
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1) It should not flicker. Try with a different ROM. If the issue continues, you might want to get your phone checked.
2) I have used Boeffla kernel and it can be easily monitored by an app by which you can underclock your CPU or put in under extreme power save modes. Give it a try! However it really depends on your use. You might want to try different ROMs as well. They provide various tweaks that will vary SOT that can be experienced by different users!
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1. It seems a problem in 12.1. It doesn't appear in CM12S
2. Thanks for the answer
Hey guys,
just wondering which Kernel you are using as a daily driver.
Personally, I flashed CleanSlate today because it offers a lot of useful features and combines performance with battery life.
I think the other kernels will do this also, but yes...
Thx for opinions!
I'm hopping back and forth between Franken and Flash
Using CleanSlate right now
[kernel]ElementalX.
vibration control, stock stability, and it works.
Stock, none of them have anything that stands out majorly to me and it sounds like most of them will screw up updates and quite likely have compatibility issues and require me to start over from scratch on my phone if the tiniest thing goes wrong.
Wondering also what kernels people are liking for battery
I am using ElementalX kernel 1.04 for battery life, but it is not really awesome. I think when a better kernel comes il will change that
This really needs to be stickied.
I was using Franken kernel for the longest achieving a 6+ hrs of SOT after every full charge.
I like flash n go, so i don't like a lot of features just a simplified kernel that's good on battery without the need for me to use kernel manager.
But then i flashed Franco's kernel.
So right now my 3 in rotation are Flash kernel, Franco and franken.
edit: it's between flash kernel and franken tbh for me, no shade on franco, it's a stable backup for me
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Using Franco right now, battery life is a big priority.
Stock, don't see any reason to change it, works perfectly
Franco kernel for battery life, but if SimpleGX kernel come in the future i will change for sure...