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Hello, all!
I'm trying edit a file in /etc/ and adb says 'Failed to copy: Read-only filesystem'
Now, is this actually true? Or is this simply a permissions issue? I'm doing this on a non-rooted phone, so I can't 'touch' anything without permission errors, but is it a futile task if the filesystem is read only anyway?
I'm trying to do this from a non-rooted environment as I had intended on making this into an application, but I imagine that if I can't touch or push these files from an adb shell then I won't be able to from the application space either.
It's frustrating not to be able to edit the filesystem of my own phone, I'll be rooting if this is just a permissions problem and not an issue of a non-writable filesystem. Perhaps I could still make an application for rooted-only phones.. hrm..
Any thoughts on this?
/etc is an alias for /system/etc, and /system is a partition mounted as ro (you can confirm this yourself by running mount)
Ah, bugger. So this is hopeless (without modifying and then reflashing)?
Thanks very much.
you need to mount it read write,
mount -oremount,rw /dev/block/mtdblock3 /system
then it will be read/write
try adb remount. if it failes you need root sorry.
Hello, i have the same error and I have root. i have tried adb remount and the mount -oremount,rw /dev/block/mtdblock3 /system
still dotn work. I want to move a script to /
so i only have to type sh debian.sh
nvm I figured it out. i just put it on system and then just type sh debian.sh on the terminal and it works
Rafase282 said:
Hello, i have the same error and I have root. i have tried adb remount and the mount -oremount,rw /dev/block/mtdblock3 /system
still dotn work. I want to move a script to /
so i only have to type sh debian.sh
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what is the error message? saying it dont work doesnt provide enough info for us to help....
it says sh: cant open aw.sh
so i still have to put the path or cd to where the file is. Is there a way to make /system my home?
no you cant make system your home, system is system, home is home. you can make a symlink if you are familiar with linux - might want to read up about shell commands
korndub said:
you need to mount it read write,
mount -oremount,rw /dev/block/mtdblock3 /system
then it will be read/write
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Thanks it really worked!! for me i had the same problem as the other guy.
Rafase282 said:
Hello, i have the same error and I have root. i have tried adb remount and the mount -oremount,rw /dev/block/mtdblock3 /system
still dotn work. I want to move a script to /
so i only have to type sh debian.sh
nvm I figured it out. i just put it on system and then just type sh debian.sh on the terminal and it works
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You *CAN'T* modify the / filesystem. It is part of your BOOT partition, which CANNOT be remounted rw. You would have to read, modify, and write the boot partition.
Rafase282 said:
Hello, i have the same error and I have root. i have tried adb remount and the mount -oremount,rw /dev/block/mtdblock3 /system
still dotn work. I want to move a script to /
so i only have to type sh debian.sh
nvm I figured it out. i just put it on system and then just type sh debian.sh on the terminal and it works
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Maybe you're typing it in too literally. It should actually read like this:
mount -o remount,rw /dev/block/mtdblock3 /system
There was a typo with -oremount, there should be a space after -o.
Hope that helps.
PS. That command worked for me on a device where everything else failed.
dhkr123 said:
You *CAN'T* modify the / filesystem. It is part of your BOOT partition, which CANNOT be remounted rw. You would have to read, modify, and write the boot partition.
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actually, / can be mounted rw, but changes are lost on reboot
new user
Firerat said:
actually, / can be mounted rw, but changes are lost on reboot
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Hi I have my Asus Prime rooted and installed a virtuous Rom and I tried to put a fonts on the System/ fonts folder using root explorer using a instructions to fix some error on some games that need that tis fonts exist on the tablet but it said it cant because file system is read only I'm new and I don't know how to do this commands any help on how to do in a easy (explained) form.
egalpr said:
Hi I have my Asus Prime rooted and installed a virtuous Rom and I tried to put a fonts on the System/ fonts folder using root explorer using a instructions to fix some error on some games that need that tis fonts exist on the tablet but it said it cant because file system is read only I'm new and I don't know how to do this commands any help on how to do in a easy (explained) form.
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I would recommended not posting in the g1 section. The Asus forums would be a lot more helpful.
egalpr said:
Hi I have my Asus Prime rooted and installed a virtuous Rom and I tried to put a fonts on the System/ fonts folder using root explorer using a instructions to fix some error on some games that need that tis fonts exist on the tablet but it said it cant because file system is read only I'm new and I don't know how to do this commands any help on how to do in a easy (explained) form.
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Download EStrong File Manager and within the settings of it, enable mounting of the system as read/write.
Or, download Terminal Emulator and type this in:
Code:
mount -o remount,rw /dev/block/mtdblock3 /system
Or, try typing this in terminal/cmd:
Code:
adb remount
Or, if you plan on doing it all from recovery you could do:
Code:
adb shell "mount system"
and then you could do it all from there.
Next time, please post in the proper forum.
Read-Only /system... i just deleted the file, tich push should update/replace and then it worked... only had this bug when i was trying to modify Trebuchet.apk (homescreen)
Hi guys
Not being a linux expert, i'm stuck with the following problem..
i'm using a program who uses low level adb commands to write on the phone extSdCard...
problem: this extSdcard is seen as a readonly filesystem.
What has to be done to make this FS RW instaed of RO ?
This does not happen under windows where I can write to the extSd without problems
thks in advance for the tip
Here are 2 different way to get new BOOTANIMATION. Special thanx 2 ibussa & attn1 for helping me with this.
IF YOU ARE FLASHING NEW ROM AND WANT TO CHANGE ANIMATION WITH THE NEW FLASH
1. Open the ROM of your choose.zip
2. Navigate to System\Media and look for bootanimation.zip
3. Extract the original boot animation
4. Open it and delete the bootanimation.zip file, copy the new one of your choose or drag it the new one in.
5. Put Rom.zip on SD card.
6. Reboot into recovery.
7. Install zip and wait for it to finish.
IF YOU ALREADY HAVE ROM AND JUST CHANGING BOOT ANIMATION
1. Copy the NEW bootanimation.zip of your choice in SDK Folder
2. Open up CMD
3. cd C:\AndroidSDK\tools (or were ever you SDK files are)
4. adb remount
The filesystem is mounted read only. You need to mount it read/write.
5. adb shell mount -o remount,rw -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock4 /system
6. adb push bootanimation.zip /system/media/bootanimation.zip
7. adb push bootanimation.zip /data/local/bootanimation.zip
To return to read only,
8. adb shell mount -o remount,ro -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock4 /system
9. Reboot and there you go
I managed to get one on and working a few days ago. I don't remember/know what finally made it work, but I tried the adb push method.
But the thing is, I got curious and instead of moving it, I tried removing the old bootscreen before I tried to push the new on.
I'm not sure if that is what finally made it work though, so don't take my word for it. All I know is after I rebooted after the adb push, it worked.
Well this is how I did it. I delete the bootanimation in the rom zip file and then inject thw new bootanimation and reflash the rom.
ibussa said:
Well this is how I did it. I delete the bootanimation in the rom zip file and then inject thw new bootanimation and reflash the rom.
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How did you extract and inject the new bootanimation? unzip and then re zipped? Oh and what ROM are you using it on?
No, I open the zip, navigate thru the file and extract the original boot animation, then open it and delete the animation file, copy the new one and drag it or inject the new one into the Rom zip and reflash it.
Sent from my HTC Liberty using XDA App
def changing my animation now!
ibussa said:
No, I open the zip, navigate thru the file and extract the original boot animation, then open it and delete the animation file, copy the new one and drag it or inject the new one into the Rom zip and reflash it.
Sent from my HTC Liberty using XDA App
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Hmm... I have tried that and for some reason it wont let me extract delete or replace it..I will keep trying tho thank you
Edit: Scratch that I opened with WinRAR instead of zip and that allowed me to extract delete & replace it..Thnx Again
Try with the rooted Rom beta of att
Sent from my HTC Liberty using XDA App
What is the OP's boot animation? Where can I find some cool boot animations to try? I've seen some but not many that I really liked.
sfernandez said:
I am trying to change my boot screen animation to a new one and have tried multiple ways. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I have attached the file I am trying to install.
I placed the bootanimation on sd card & in C:AndroidSDK\tools
I have tried in recovery mode to install from zip on sd card and no luck
I have tried going thru OI file manager and deleting/renaming bootanimation.zip on system and no luck.
I have also tried to delete/move/copy bootanimation.zip threw Driod Explored and nothing
I have tried to remove the old bootanimation and no luck
adb shell rm/system/media/bootanimation.zip
adb shell rm/data/local/bootanimation.zip
I have even tried pushing and no luck
cd C:\AndroidSDK\tools
adb remount
adb mv( I tried with and without this command)
adb push bootanimation.zip /system/media/bootanimation.zip
adb push bootanimation.zip /data/local/bootanimation.zip
adb reboot
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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The filesystem is mounted read only. You need to mount it read/write.
try
adb shell mount -o remount,rw -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock4 /system
to return to read only,
adb shell mount -o remount,ro -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock4 /system
attn1 said:
the filesystem is mounted read only. You need to mount it read/write.
Try
adb shell mount -o remount,rw -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock4 /system
to return to read only,
adb shell mount -o remount,ro -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock4 /system
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hell yeah that work :d thank you thank you thank you
Can't you just get a regedit and do it on the phone itself like on windows mobile?
I remember I changed my splash screen on my HTC Pure it only took like a second.
TheChemist187 said:
Can't you just get a regedit and do it on the phone itself like on windows mobile?
I remember I changed my splash screen on my HTC Pure it only took like a second.
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Not to my knowledge. I know WM you were able to but yea, but not android. Ether way this is a very easy way 2 do it.
Wheres the best place to get boot screens?
SysAdmNj said:
Wheres the best place to get boot screens?
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Check the g1 forum on xda and look for the boot animations thread.
Hi, I want to replace my bootscreen with this one.
I downloaded the zip files from the thread. I did what you said, but the only thing i saw when i rebootted was a black screen.
What format are the bootscreens in? I need video size, format, and length please. Also, If I do make one, do I just zip it? Thanks in advance.
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Hi, I want to replace my bootscreen with this one.
I downloaded the zip files from the thread. I did what you said, but the only thing i saw when i rebootted was a black screen.
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hocplyr98 said:
What format are the bootscreens in? I need video size, format, and length please. Also, If I do make one, do I just zip it? Thanks in advance.
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Often the black screen is caused by either improper resolution or the desc.txt file having some incorrect verbiage or syntax. The issue may also be caused by zipping up the bootanimation.zip using compression. When zipping bootanimation.zip, it's a good practice to use no compression. You can try my bootanimiation.zip for formatting to see if it works. It was created specifically for the Aria. (This one is the stock looking HTC logo with the green android peeking out from behind the logo.)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=359230&d=1278999405
I'm using a HTC Tattoo, and i think that the resolution of the bootscreen was wrong. The bootscreen wasn't original for the Tattoo, so it had another resolution. I changed the *.gif-files to 240*320 (Tattoo's resolution). I made a new zip (without compression) and tried to push it. But the files who where allready in there are not replaced :s
Someone needs to come up with an animation of Android peeing on Apple logo, Calvin & Hobbes style.
*****THIS IS FOR 2.1 ONLY*****
*****YOU MUST BE ROOTED*****
This will theme well over 90% of everything you see that has to do with the android os and blur if its still there.
Download my files here http://www.megaupload.com/?d=59KOD7MS
By downloading this you agree to take full responsibility for the actions you are about to preform.
Original files if needed http://www.megaupload.com/?d=0RNAMSQ3
If you have kousch's recovery installed, make a back up, if not use root explorer and make a back up of the following file.
/system/framework/blur-res.apk
download the other original system files here
Sorry no MM method only terminal emulator, so you have to suffer through typing about 10 lines of commands....
Unzip the entire contents onto your sdcard
open terminal emulator
su
mount -o rw,remount -t ext3 /dev/block/mmcblk1p21 /system
cp /sdcard/Services.jar /system/framework
cp /sdcard/framework-res.apk /system/framework
your phone will auto reboot. If you havent already applied a changed services or framework the boot animation will take a long time. If it by chance freezes, or does the boot sound but never shows the screen do a battery pull.
Once your phone reboots you will see a new lock screen and dark status bar with white font, if this is not the case you need to redo the steps above.
If you have root explorer, long press on the /system folder choose permissions. Make note of what permissions are set, grant everything permission for now. Change this back when your done. Failure to do so may cause an apk to not apply.
If you prefer you can reboot after each line command by simply typing reboot and hitting enter, just to make sure it boots clean, but its really not needed.
Put capitol letters when seen!!!! failure will cause duplicate applications!!!
Dont apply anything blur you deleted and dont want on your phone.
In terminal emulator
su
mount -o rw,remount -t ext3 /dev/block/mmcblk1p21 /system
cp /sdcard/BlurPhone.apk /system/app
cp /sdcard/BlurCalendar.apk /system/app
cp /sdcard/BlurContacts.apk /system/app
cp /sdcard/BlurHome.apk /system/app
cp /sdcard/Browser.apk /system/app
cp /sdcard/Gallery3D.apk /system/app
cp /sdcard/Music.apk /system/app
cp /sdcard/Settings.apk /system/app
this one goes to new directory so pay attention, dont get type happy
cp /sdcard/blur-res.apk /system/framework
now type reboot and hit enter
phone may or may not have an extended boot.
If you use handcent and want it themed, uninstall your old one
su
mount -o rw,remount -t ext3 /dev/block/mmcblk1p21 /system
cp /sdcard/com.handcent.nextsms.apk /system/app
mount -o ro,remount -t ext3 /dev/block/mmcblk1p21 /system
reboot
Enjoy
Credit to
Me
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tparker76
Teenfaces
stewart1champ
quadjacks
hacku
RinTinTigger
Taypotts
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htc
928droid
fabulous
I learned a lot from looking at how everyone else themed to get ideas for mine.
all images came from google searches. Then edited as needed.
reserved for me
please wait... an operator will be with you shortly...
Whens the download going to be up?
Ok. Now that i reverted to stock i can't get my themed google maps to install.... sucks. Also my themed launcher pro keeps my registation code. So if i release that its stealing. I will work on these two tonight and see what i can do.
Either way, a dl will be posted in the morning.
Sorry
Sent via your mom and tapatalk
Maybe try re-signing it then install via adb install command as per the the autosign.bat method in my other post.
ignorant question. Can i install this using Rom manager?
No sir. But you have rom manager and haven't switched to 2.2?
sent by your mom on tapatalk
Yep but I used sbf switched back to 2.1......2.2 had a few bugs that drove me crazy
Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk
running this theme
Ok backup made through rom mamnger. So im currently running rooted 2.1. Ive download the files and they are upzip on the root of the SD..can i simply type the codes in termnal emulator app on the phone and this should work?
catalystsupreme2 said:
Ok backup made through rom mamnger. So im currently running rooted 2.1. Ive download the files and they are upzip on the root of the SD..can i simply type the codes in termnal emulator app on the phone and this should work?
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yup just follow the codes in the OP, you can omit what ever you dont want.
bad4u6669 said:
yup just follow the codes in the OP, you can omit what ever you dont want.
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Big thanks for the help..everything worked flawlessly..very beautiful theme
catalystsupreme2 said:
Big thanks for the help..everything worked flawlessly..very beautiful theme
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any time, head over to my 2.2 thread for a few upgrades, they still work for users on 2.1
http://www.wjddesigns.com/2010/09/02/birdman-and-wjd-designs-show-what-flyx-is-a-boot/
If you guys are a fan of the new boot in the new FlyX update to Birdman's DroidX Rom - pick up the bootanimation.zip above... OR check out the video of it running
Just wanted to post here since I was posting at his site too... The video sold me and I was hoping it'd work on an otherwise rooted, but stock 2.1 and it does!
For those wanting instructions on what I did, here ya go:
1. Download the FlyX bootanimation.zip file from the site listed above; I saved to /sdcard/BootAnimations
2. Re-mount /system read-write by issuing the following command:
Code:
mount -o rw,remount -t ext3 /dev/block/mmcblk1p21 /system
3. Make backups! I did two just in case. To make a local backup on the phone:
Code:
cd /system/media
mv bootanimation.zip bootanimation.bak
(Can replace mv with cp if you're uneasy about the file not existing for a few moments)
4. I copied the new FlyX boot animation in place, and set identical permissions to the stock bootanimation.zip:
From /system/media...
Code:
cp /sdcard/BootAnimations/bootanimation.zip .
chmod 644 bootanimation.zip
5. Reboot and enjoy!
Before even doing these I checked out both .zip files extracted, and they appeared to be identical in layout (desc.txt config file was as well) which is what gave me the idea that it'd work without issue. I'm glad it really was that easy. Hope this helps someone!
chammer said:
Just wanted to post here since I was posting at his site too... The video sold me and I was hoping it'd work on an otherwise rooted, but stock 2.1 and it does!
For those wanting instructions on what I did, here ya go:
1. Download the FlyX bootanimation.zip file from the site listed above; I saved to /sdcard/BootAnimations
2. Re-mount /system read-write by issuing the following command:
Code:
mount -o rw,remount -t ext3 /dev/block/mmcblk1p21 /system
3. Make backups! I did two just in case. To make a local backup on the phone:
Code:
cd /system/media
mv bootanimation.zip bootanimation.bak
(Can replace mv with cp if you're uneasy about the file not existing for a few moments)
4. I copied the new FlyX boot animation in place, and set identical permissions to the stock bootanimation.zip:
From /system/media...
Code:
cp /sdcard/BootAnimations/bootanimation.zip .
chmod 644 bootanimation.zip
5. Reboot and enjoy!
Before even doing these I checked out both .zip files extracted, and they appeared to be identical in layout (desc.txt config file was as well) which is what gave me the idea that it'd work without issue. I'm glad it really was that easy. Hope this helps someone!
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good write up - thanks - I didnt want to put just one method since there are tons of methods and other devices out there that have different bootanimation.zip areas... thanks bro...
I found a wallpaper on 4chan that kinda matches that sweet boot animation.
http://i53.tinypic.com/2znwyeb.jpg
edit: I'd like to think it's the JVM breaking through my home screen =)
QQeyes said:
I found a wallpaper on 4chan that kinda matches that sweet boot animation.
http://i53.tinypic.com/2znwyeb.jpg
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Man that is pretty close haha good eyes...
This is the xoom bootanimation
xoombootanimation
adb method ( this assuems you have the android sdk installed
./adb push /system/media/bootanimation.zip
but you could just use root explorer to replace it if you like
terminal methed
su
mount -o remount,rw -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock4 /system
cp /sdcard/bootanimation.zip /system/media/bootanimation.zip
(if you forgot to rename it )
do the mount command as above
mv /sdcard/xoom-bootanimation.zip /system/media/bootanimation.zip
here is a link to a video of it working http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrhZ6zv3BEA
Enjoy and if this was the wrong place I'm sorry for posting it here.
I posted this in the theme/apps section
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=967768
But appreciate the new link to this nice honeycomb boot animation
Thanks I was just trying to help the community out.It is a pretty sweet animation.
Pretty sweet, works great, looks amazing
Sent from my PC36100 using Tapatalk
Last time I tried one of these the hexagons were all squished up. Is this the case here too?
aph said:
Last time I tried one of these the hexagons were all squished up. Is this the case here too?
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No it should be fine, the animation just moves across in portrait mode, not landscape like it would on the Xoom. No distortion
ahavens17 said:
No it should be fine, the animation just moves across in portrait mode, not landscape like it would on the Xoom. No distortion
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Just tried it, looks pretty good, thanks!
Thread moved to Themes and apps.
WHOLEEEEE...
B-dub25 said:
This is the xoom bootanimation
xoombootanimation
what I did is just did a
./adb push /system/media/bootanimation.zip
but you could just use root explorer to replace it if you like
here is a link to a video of it working http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrhZ6zv3BEA
Enjoy and if this was the wrong place I'm sorry for posting it here.
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This looks AMAZING!! No squishiness or anything! I could seriously watch that all day (as I dream of owning a XOOM)...
How come it took 8 months for someone to mention that I could just replace the bootanimation.zip with Root Explorer?! lol... My laptop died, so I'm stuck with my work machine which I can't install ANYTHING on, let alone run ADB without some Regional IT bastard scanning my machine, looking for a reason to report misuse of a company asset to save his/her own ass... I've been replacing the zip before flashing all this time, and my designated boot was the X (attached, since it's still so pretty...).
Thank you SOOO much! I've themed my EVO to the best of my ability to match the HoneyComb blue, and this is THE perfect addition!
Gonna' go wipe my cache, and dalvik so the boot lasts longer...
Loving it! Goes great with my HC theme on my MIUI ROM!
B-dub25 said:
This is the xoom bootanimation
xoombootanimation
what I did is just did a
./adb push /system/media/bootanimation.zip
but you could just use root explorer to replace it if you like
here is a link to a video of it working http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrhZ6zv3BEA
Enjoy and if this was the wrong place I'm sorry for posting it here.
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How exactly do I use the "adb push" method? Is this something I can do in the terminal emulator? If so, how exactly do I do it?
Thanks
adb method
reboot to recovery and do this
go to the mounts-storage in the recovery
mount system
type in your computer
./adb push bootanimation.zip /system/media/bootanimation.zip
now to do it through the terminal I believe its something like this
su
mount -o remount,rw -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock4 /system <- there is a space between 4 /system
make sure you know where the bootanimation is located. if in downloads
then do
cp /sdcard/download/bootanimation.zip /system/media/bootanimation.zip
if it is on the root of the sdcard then do
cp /sdcard/bootanimation.zip /system/media/bootanimation.zip
( If you did not rename the .zip to bootanimation.zip then change the cp to mv )
and we done.
enjoy and sorry about the late response I was really busy.
Thanks for this. I was able to download it and use Root Explorer to get it going. Rebooted my phone a couples times just to watch the animation.
Dude, this is really really cool! Thanks OP!
B-dub25 said:
reboot to recovery and do this
go to the mounts-storage in the recovery
mount system
type in your computer
./adb push bootanimation.zip /system/media/bootanimation.zip
now to do it through the terminal I believe its something like this
su
mount -o remount,rw -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock4 /system <- there is a space between 4 /system
make sure you know where the bootanimation is located. if in downloads
then do
cp /sdcard/download/bootanimation.zip /system/media/bootanimation.zip
if it is on the root of the sdcard then do
cp /sdcard/bootanimation.zip /system/media/bootanimation.zip
( If you did not rename the .zip to bootanimation.zip then change the cp to mv )
and we done.
enjoy and sorry about the late response I was really busy.
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Dude, I'm sorry but I can't seem to figure this out... I've got my EVO hooked up to my laptop running Ubuntu...
I have the USB storage on so I can see it on my desktop...
I'm typing exactly the "mount -o remount,rw -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock4 /system" and it gives me a statement saying "system" does not exist.
Any thougths... That is EXACTLY what I'm suppose to be putting into terminal right? There is no part where I'm suppose to put in my own device name or location?
I'm soo bad with this terminal stuff...
Flashable Zip
Just thought I'd throw this out here. I flashed this through Zip and it works well on my 003 Evo. Absolutely beautiful.
Should be just over 5 Mb once downloaded.
NOTICE:
This is not my work - I am not responsible for what happens to your phone. I did not do this, I just don't remember where I got this.
FLASH AT YOUR OWN RISK.