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DISCLAIMER: As I don't have a Note 2 I have not tested these mods and will not guarantee that they will work on your device or that they will not cause harm on your device/data or whatever. In using these mods, you are doing it at your own risk and I am not to be held responsible for any loss/damage. Before you proceed, be sure you know what you are doing, otherwise, I advice that you stop and don't proceed. Anyway, for the brave, curious and knowledgeable souls, hope it works for you.
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Hello Note 2 Friends,
For those who want an intro, please read the history below but for those in a hurry (hope you know what you are doing) then just read on.
NOTE: This mod is FREE for any user or dev to use in their ROMs. I allow anybody who is interested to use/alter this mod as they want because I believe it is the only way to make it better. If you are using this mod in your custom ROM and would like me to post links to your ROM thread here, then please let me know. User choice is a good thing.
NOTE: The major hurdles for this project is already done. It is confirmed working and is being used by some custom roms throughout the Note 2 forums and its variants. Future developments will now only be incremental updates for new firmware versions and some minor features.
VIDEO LINK with this MOD in action. Thanks to grilleld
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Requirements: Rooted, deodex Note 2 ROM with busybox preferably close to stock as much as possible at this stage. heavily modified roms may present difficulties in using the mods.
1. Install an alternative launcher like Apex, Nova, ADW or any multi-dpi friendly launcher.
2. Install an alternative keyboard like Swype, Swiftkey or any multi-dpi friendly keyboard.
3. Download flashable ZIP below for your respective rom/device version and flash thru recovery.
DOWNLOADS
UI SWITCHER app - updated with ability to enable/disable Minimize button and Home and Back buttons in tablet mode only without reboot.
N7100-XXDMF2
N7100-XXDME6
Sprint-L900-VPAMC2
Note2-T889UVBMD1_TMobile
Note2-I605VRAMC3-Verizon
Note2_I317UCAMC3_ATT
N7105-XXDMC3
N719-KEBMD4
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Changelog: 28 June 2013
Updated and Added versions for Note 2 AT&T, Verizon, TMobile, N7105 and N719.
Changelog: 24 June 2013
Updated UI Switcher app with ability to enable/disable minimize button, enable/disable home and back button in tablet mode
Removed unlimited multiwindow apps hack
Use Xposed Multiwindow Apps Manager to control which apps appear on both the sidebar (flashbar) and the bottom traybar
19 June 2013
N7100-XXDMF2 - unlimited multiwindow apps modded to work with the updated UI Switcher app.
N7100-XXDME6 - unlimited multiwindow apps modded to work with the updated UI Switcher app.
23 April 2013
N7100-XXDME1 v2.2 - same as v2.1 but with the unlimited multiwindow hack removed and in its place, you will get the ability to choose the apps you want to enable both on the bottom traybar and the sidebar/flashbar by using my Xposed Multiwindow Apps Manager module which runs on top of the Xposed Framework. You can download and see installation and use info on my dedicated module THREAD HERE.
N7100-XXDME1 v2 - tablet is now @ 213 dpi, phablet at 220 for text/page readability. Updated UI Switcher app included in the zip.
N7100-XXDME1 v2.1 - same as above but with possible fix for Recents lag.
N7100-XXDME1 --> For those who want tablet mode with HOME and BACK soft buttons disabled, use this SystemUI.apk and for those who prefer white themed SecSettings, use this SecSettings.apk.
N7100-XXDMD2 --> For those who want tablet mode with HOME and BACK soft buttons disabled, use this SystemUI.apk and for those who prefer white themed SecSettings, use this SecSettings.apk.
N719-KEBMD4
N7105-XXDMC3
Sprint-L900-VPAMC2
TMobile-T889-UVBMB4
N7100-XXDMC3 (as grilleld has solely helped me through the testing phase, I have passed all updated files to him).
4. Download UI Switcher app above and install, run it, grant superu permission, and you are set to go from PHONE to TABLET to PHABLET and back and forth. (DPI ranges: TABLET(144-213...default option is 213), PHABLET(2014-220...default option is 213), PHONE(221-320...default option is 320).
5. To add more apps to the multiwindow bar/tray, use my Xposed Multiwindow Apps Manager module (requires that you already have Xposed Framework installed) which you can download on my dedicated thread HERE. Enabling/disabling apps requires a soft reboot for system to recognize the change.
6. ENJOY! POST FEEDBACK and SCREENSHOTS or VIDEOS.
7. A simple THANKS would be nice.
NOTE: In using these mods, you may lose mods/features that you already installed previously that affects the following files ( SystemUI.apk, SecSettings.apk, FlashBarService.apk, framework-res.apk, services.jar and android.policy.jar).
Moving from one UI to another affects stability of stock apps so you might want to choose alternatives. Use Xposed App Settings to correct misplaced layouts of stock apps or you can import apps from Note 10.1, note 8 and Tab 2. Use multi-dpi Play Store. I suggest you choose one UI and optimised apps for it and stick with it. TW Launcher does not like changing UI so you may encounter frequent FC so be sure you install alternative launcher. You can go to settings and delete data for TW Launcher to fix it. Stock browser does not like window mode so it is best to use the Note 8 stock browser. Dialer/Contacts will have layout issues and may FC in window mode so I advise not to launch it in window mode or you can just use Note 10.1 or Note 8 Contacts/Dialer which solves this issues or better yet install alternative Contacts/Dialer from PlayStore.
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BIG Thanks to wanam for always being helpful, soloilmeglio for sharing issues, grilleld for testing, bjbinc, and to all those who have given me the files for different device models.
THREAD HISTORY BELOW: For those who want to know how it started.
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Hello Note 2 Friends,
I hope you don't mind me crashing into your forum. First, I want to tell you I don't have a Note 2 but I have a Note 1 and some Note 2 users who have been following my threads in the Note 1 forum have been nagging me for quite some time now about bringing some features of my mods from Note 1 to Note 2. It took me awhile but I decided to give it a shot, but I was hoping I could get your help along the way. This is a work in progress (or development in progress) and I ask you to understand the limitations that I have considering I don't own the device. If in the process I am not able to achieve the goal I set out to accomplish, I would ask the moderators to delete this thread but in the meantime, to those who are interested, please, let us help each other achieve the goal.
So what is the goal?
The goal is to get a working TouchWiz Tablet UI and Phablet UI with floating multiwindows using the stock Note 2 systemui/frameworks so all the stock features are maintained and at higher dpis so text and pages are readable. The end goal is something like the photos at the bottom of this post.
I intend to do this in several stages.
1. Make a multi-dpi SystemUI that can scale from Tablet, Phablet and Phone dpis.
2. Trigger Tablet and Phablet UI at higher densities to make texts and pages readable.
3. Floating Multiwindows.
Before I proceed I want to make it clear that this goal may or may not be achievable because of my limitations and maybe limitations of code in the stock Note 2 firmware. I have not tested this on a Note 2 device and I posted it here to solicit volunteers for testing and for feedback. In the process of testing, please let me know any issues (possibly with more details, descriptions and screenshots) so we can iron out those issues.
Let us start with stage 1.
Requirements: rooted deodex rom - XXDMC3 (I used Wanam's XXDMC3 Rom as base so it is preferable to start with that, although it may work with other roms. But since it is a first stage, I want to be close to stock as possible and do themes/mods later). Please make a backup before you proceed - Very Important.
a. Install an alternative launcher like Apex or Nova, etc.
b. Install an alternative keyboard like Swype, Swiftkey, etc.
c. Download THIS and flash thru recovery. Reboot.
d. Now, let us test if it works.
e. Install build prop editor and change ro.sf.lcd_density value to 200 (tablet).
f. See if tablet UI is triggered at 200 dpi. If it is, then good.
g. Test Phablet UI by changing ro.sf.lcd_density value to 220. Then Reboot.
h. Waiting for your feedback...
Note: These are the dpis for the different UIs: 221 to 320 -> Phone UI, 201 to 220 -> Phablet UI, 160 to 200 -> Tablet UI.
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Stage 2
It seems Stage 1 is complete but only for some ROMs - the reason I believe is due to heavy modification of the SystemUI specially with regards to battery themes and maybe the use of addon frameworks like simplistic but tablet UI works with unmodified and slightly modified N7100 MC3 roms.
Stage 2 is partly done by stage 1 already because tablet UI is triggered at higher densities. Technically, tablet ui for the Note 2 is supposed to start at 144 dpi and phablet ui at 192 dpi but because of the modified frameworks, it is triggered at minimum 200 for tablet and minimum 220 for phablet. I dont know if tablet @ 200 dpi or phablet @ 220 dpi is good enough for you Guys size-wise as I can not see without a test device so you will have to tell me the sweet spot (what dpi) for tablet and phablet so I can modify the triggered density and make adjustments in spacing/padding of the navigation buttons/lockscreen shortcuts, etc. If you use _TB_TB xposed Tablet UI trigger found HERE with the Xposed Framework and trigger tablet ui at different densities and see which is the "sweet spot" dpi. Another is modifying Settings to include the quick launch option to enable/disable quicklaunch options on the systembar.
NOTE: While _TB_TB (he is the author of TabletUI trigger by the way) made a post here to not mess with dpi, that is what TabletUI trigger actually does. The difference between his method and mine is that mine has fine-grained control and can give you the option to move from one UI to another with properly spaced nav bar buttons. When and "IF" my mod is finished I will provide a very simple app to move from one UI to another and from Stock Multiwindow or Floating Multiwindow. Please take note of the word "IF" because there is a possibilty that the Note 2 firmware may not have the code for these features like it does for the Note 1 and Note 10.1 and Note 8.
Reading some of the posts, I believe a lot of devs have already attempted to go past Stage 3 and encountered some problems/issues considering they have a device to test with so I am thinking maybe Note 2 does not have the essential codes for floating windows. I believe they are smart enough to know how floating windows works and how it is enabled. This makes me think twice whether to proceed to stage 3 or not. But there is one test I need to make to know if it works or not but that would be on stage 3 so now you just have to tell me the best tablet dpi or phablet dpi and please post screenshots of graphical errors or whatever so I know how to fix them.
For those using the tablet and phablet UI, I know there are layout problems with stock apps because they can't scale well at lower dpis. You can use alternative Note 10.1 or Note 8 ported apps which are already in their respective forums and I recommend you use xposed framework and app settings module to set your preferred app layouts. Another is modifying Flashbar multiwindow for multi-dpi but I need to get the screen dimensions so I can properly mod it. If you install Screeninfo app, it will tell you the screen sizes (w x h) if using tablet/phablet ui and let me know the dimensions or maybe a screenshot so I will be able to modify Flashbar correctly.
For other Note 2/SGS 3 models like AT&T and Verizon,etc, you need to give me your Rom-related files so I can mod them. I need the SystemUI.apk, FlashBarService.apk, SecSettings.apk, framework-res.apk, twframework-res.apk, android.policy.jar and services.jar. Please state the device model and JB version so I can properly label them for others.
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Stage 3
Stage 3 is complete at least for the N7100 model with MC3 firmware. There are some limitations with the floating windows of Note 2 like no "Resize button" when apps are maximized/fullscreen because there are missing drawables in framework-res.apk and some incomplete multiwindow code. The truth is the Note 1 has more mature multiwindow code than the Note 2 and because of not having this device I could not possibly recreate the missing resources and code that are missing in Note 2 firmware. In fact, I would say the Note 2 JB 4.1.1 has more complete resources and code for floating multiwindows than the JB 4.1.2. If anyone is interested in the JB 4.1.1 then you can send me a PM together with the necessary files and I'll try to do the same mod for you.
Disclaimer: Please don't do this if you don't know what you are doing. Do this at your own risk. I am not responsible for any damages this may do.
tested with hawkish rom but no luck, the systemui has stop
downloading wanam rom base now and test
thanks for an awesome mod ,im waiting for this long long time
i will test this.. give me some time
its works with wanam rom..systemui multi dpi work with 200, 220 and 320 dpi
Haha. My nagging worked. Sort of. Hope this mod works for all note 2 versions. 7100 and the 7105.
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i tried with FakeJap 1.08.. everything including the Stock keyboard and Touchwiz launcher worked in 200 DPI.. but in 220 DPI, the Stock launcher didnt work..
i was not able to activate the floating window though..
For those that don't know about this. This mod is fantastic. Xperiacle. You should link your YouTube videos of this stuff in action.
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Edit: can't seem to download the file.
this zip just 1 step of 3 step , if its works with all rom then xperiacle will do the next step
be patient...
Thanks Xperiacle trying that with no luck I had problems with the bottom multiwindow tray bar will look into your work to learn more!! Thanks a lot!
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@xperiacable........
This patch is made my life easy......
Am doing a rom with n10 port but I was missing some thing so I thought will pm you yesterday.....but 2day I saw this ........
Can I know how to add minimize buttons fo windows..I mean 3 nuttons......
Hats off to your work....
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I got bootloop on stock deodexed mc3 7105 rom.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I317 using xda premium
test on Phoenix ROM v10 based DMC3 firm. and it's Works..!! :good:
at "setting", if see on portrait look not good, but in landscape look very well...
can I change "setting DPI" with xposed framework...? what is the best DPI for "Setting"
*"setting" I mean like my attach.
thx
sorry for bad english..
Edit: floating multiwindows not work
SystemUI keeps crashing here.
X-Note v2.1 Zero
No floating windows in WanamLite rom. Will try another one.
Anyway thanks alot xperiacle, good work!
Try this samsung keyboard: works in tablet mode:
http://db.tt/bJVMnXzy
AFAIK in note2 devices dpi 145~160 is for tablet (145 gives cleaner UI) and 213 for phablet, please try it. User of Meoo's note 10.1 port.
This is just the first step towards the goal of floating Windows guys. It's not there yet. Xperiacle stated this is first step. He doesn't own the device. Just want to make sure the system can function at multiple dpi's. The next step will come later after having success with that.
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Xposed...
Maybe instead of messing around with dpi try this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574401
plus
http://www.villainrom.co.uk/forum/microdownloads/tabletui-trigger.22/viewfile
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will this work with sf on my stock dmc3 rom?
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Now this is great
Had to change to wanamlite since systemui crashed with latest omega build.
Now this is great
Had to change to wanamlite since systemui crashed with latest omega build.
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Even it crashesh with revolution HD
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Welcome to the All New RC Elite Teams S5 Port.
We have worked a new base, now completely NE6 based with NG3 based apps. Search search search, that's the first rule of posting here, if your issue has been posted, don't bother posting the same issue again. If you post any issues previously stated (which means you did not do a search or read the whole thread) it will be ignored. If you have a issue PLEASE post a logcat so we can help, instructions to follow. As with any ROM we are not responsible for any permanent damage to your phone or life, we do this as a hobby and have real life jobs(some of us are students ).
RC Elite Team:
@cdmvirt
@stash9123
@tyre777
@Kevin_1351
If you enjoy this rom please consider DONATING
LOGCAT INSTRUCTIONS:
Spoiler
Download: ADB Tools (credit to Snoop05)
Install process:
1. Run it (Require administrator privileges)
2. Press Y/Yes to install ADB and Fastboot or N/No to skip
3. Press Y/Yes to install ADB system-wide or N/No for current user only
4. Press Y/Yes to install Drivers or N/No to skip
5. Continue Driver installation
6. 15 seconds passed - finished!
Download: LogCatTools4.0 (credit to FuzzyMeep Two)
Just unzip and run as ADMINSTRATOR, follow on screen instructions, all logs will be placed in c:/logcat
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Screenshots:
S5 themed Android L Keyboard by @kevin_1351: (fixed in 17.1.2)
So, what's all this about?:
After more than 3 weeks of hard work we're finally ready to present you the brand new v17 version. Now with an amazing Aroma installer that, based on your device model, installs the right fixes to make it fully working with your particular Note 3. You can also, if you're using the international Note 3, select from many of the leading kernels out there and much much more. We've also managed to get it even a little bit ram friendlier and have removed many UI errors and annoyances.
But no, we aren't finished yet my friends. We have also included a fully integrated OTA update system that will notify you in case there are some updates (to be found in Settings). Also in Settings there is now - assuming you've installed Xposed Framework- an Xposed button integrated into settings. And right now you're about to ask: "Well, what about Appops?". Well that's there too!
We've tested it for a long time now but if you manage to find some bugs don't even bother to post them here before you have:
A.Used the provided logcat app to gather the log.
B. Searched if someone else already has mentioned it.
ALSO:Please state if you have performed a full-wipe aswell every time you report a problem. And for ota flashing issues use TWRP.
What variants does this rom work on?
N9005, N900T and N900W8
What's missing/Not working?
Bluetooth tethering (?)
Video calling (probably will get fixed, can't promise it)
Display mirroring (update: Well it seems that our provided fix didn't fix it... We'll work on it)
Direct pen input/Writingbuddy (needs major smali editing, would be easier once a new note device comes out)
Wifi-timer(coming soon with ota)
Multilanguage (will also be available as a separate post-installer really soon)
Fully functional S5 themed google keyboard (coming soon)
Download booster/Wificalling toggle (coming soon)
Private mode (won't work because it's deodexed)
ART (same)
S5 camera. It works but it it will forceclose when trying to launch it with a sview cover. Some other functions are missing to, but most of it is trivial. Waiting for @fahadali to fix it.
MHL/HDMI (maybe tyre will be able to fix it)
Possible future additions:
Optional battery themes
Autocallrecording
Aroma installer that remembers your last choices
More air-command themes
Rebase on the newest International firmware
Optional multidpi setting app integrated in settings with respective modded TW apps to fully support true multiDPI
Torch settings
RC-ELITE app with all customisation settings in one place
So with that being said, here we proudly present:
READ THE IMPORTANT NOTES FIRST(below), before downloading!
DOWNLOAD LINK HERE!
MD5: 470d0a60e0a3f5131292462f8a60a3bb
Please take an extra note: Although this IS STATED in the aroma installer. Some users simply do not want to follow it. You have so perform a fullwipe (included in aroma) to make this ROM fully work. Please do not, as some users already have, waste our time with errors that could have been avoided by following our instructions. A fullwipe is only needed once, and won't be needed with the coming OTA updates.
And one more thing: It is strictly forbidden to post any reuploads or direct-links of our rom or ota updates. Anyone doing so will be reported. Please respect this. We have our reasons.
We also strongly recommend to download and install the latest GAPPS (Full modular package) after installing the ROM
RC-ELITE TEAM S5 ROM - V17.0
A brand new way of installing, giving you many options to choose from.
Universal for all snapdragon phones. Includes custom fixes for each model.
OTA-UPDATES. Yeah that's right, you'll get updates on the fly now.
All apps - besides settings - are updated to the newest NG3 UPDATE.
5-digit code fix,
Removed that annoying TOAST after boot, the one stating image-with-text
I also themed the new Android L keyboard to look more inline with the S5's color palette
Tweaked csc files
Removed some toggles
Optional beta mirroring fix
Apk cleanup, more free ram
New launcher grid options
Added Themechooser, App opps and Xposed-Framework to Settings
Advanced powermenu with screenshot and flashlight
Optional Viper4android sound engine
Optional Build.prop tweaks
RC-ELITE TEAM S5 ROM - V17.1
Changes the position of the Xposed icon under Settings
Removes the annoying battery cover popup
Updates the Settings version number to v17.1 (lol)
RC-ELITE TEAM S5 ROM - V17.1.1
Fixes the signal bar issue - sets them to 4
Fixes Sms delivery issue in CSC
Removes the iOS7 signal bar, still selectable in this OTA
Makes the background for native android selection windows darker
Fixes the Mail syncing
Optional Memo app
RC-ELITE TEAM S5 ROM - V17.1.2 - COMING SOON -
Android L apps LPV81C (on hold for now)
Android L sounds/ringtones
Optional sexy Android L bootanimation, grrr
3-minit battery mod implemented by @tyre777 with 2-3 themes custom made by @kevin_1351
Fixed google apps (no more FCs that has been an issue for some people)
Fixed 4g/lte and download booster icons for some people
Updated official Android L keyboard
Optional S5 themed Android L keyboard with optional number row (NOW FULLY WORKING) by @kevin_1351 (adding number row too)
N9005 Kernels updated to the newest versions
Wifi fix for some N9005 devices (with different chips?)
Google Everywhere fix
Limits the max volume to prevent crappy sound quality during alarms etc
Adds download booster toggle back, and if you're on a g900t dwnbooster toggle AND wificalling toggle
Modded the bigger launchers to have the Folder text aligned with the Icon's.
Dev Options on by Default in Settings
Optional dark Music app
Torch in Settings (still not implemented)
New Android L roboto font
Optional infinite tw launcher Scrolling
Note 3 Settings and camera (S5 themed) - useful for missing Options like dock Settings etc
A lot of csc fixes/additions
Added all past Galaxy lockscreen effects
PLEASE READ the personal note below. 2nd post.
UPCOMING OTA Update:
New settings base app with Wifitimer in advanced wifi settings.
Multilang - which will be offered as a separate optional installation.
17.x.x updates will all be small OTA updates!
Important notes:
IMPORTANT:
Although this should be obvious, you need to be on a 4.4.x firmware first. So update to a new samsung note 3 firmware based on 4.4.x before flashing our ROM. Don't even try to experiment with this. You'll just waste your/our time.
Regarding ROM reflashing:
If you want flash any other kernels or apps since your first install. Just flash the main v17.0 again without performing a full-wipe. You will have to reflash the latest OTA update aswell.
Regarding gps problems when returning to normal rom:
tyre777 said:
(...) MAKE SURE YOU HAVE GPS in DEVICE ONLY or HIGH ACCURACY before flashing any note 3 rom so that the GPS bug/ problem won't happen
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Regarding the THEMED Google Keyboard:
Fixed in 17.1.2.
About Xposed Framework:
Please DO NOT recover Xposed from a backup OR install it in any other way! It's already included in Aroma. IF you install it you will end up with two apks! This is because the provided Xposed apk is modded to not show it's icon. The icon as stated above, is now integrated in Settings.
Regarding the time sync delay:
This isn't our fault. To fix it, go to Settings>Lockscreen and set Dual-clock to OFF. That will "fix" it. For any further complaints about this. Go to Samsung.com
Regarding "wifi is not working" issues:
Update your bootloader to NF4 via ODIN. Google it if you don't know how to perform this task. (Of course I'm talking about the one for note 3, NOT the S5)
Regarding the themes app forceclosing:
If you HAVE NOT selected any themes at all in aroma. It will forceclose. In the new aroma I will make sure that "themes" doesn't even get installed if don't select any.
Regarding random reboots:
This isn't really our fault either. It's a kernel issue. Flash the stock kernel. Most people like @kevin_1351 don't have this issue at all with any kernel whatsoever. But some may have them. Now you know.
Regarding lockscreen related problems like pinlock issues:
We've encountered more than 3 users with this problem. In all cases the solution was to use a pit file to completely repartition the Note 3 (internal SD will also be wiped). Don't be mad if it doesn't work, but we have more and more evidence that it works.
One important thing though is that securelock time only comes up when you have a pin selected and not just set it on swipe. @kevin_1351 fist believed this was a bug due to other v6 ports having it enabled on swipe aswell. After further research though it became clear that it's actually behaving as is should. Also, it is normal in android for the screen to not lock directly after it shuts off. It's made in order to lessen the frustration when you're reading for instance. If you want instant locking you'll have to use a pin and set the proper settings. It's actually not our business to specify this but we taught it might come in handy to know.
OTA updates:
Yes, this ROM provides you with OTA updates, you'll find it in Settings. We initially had problems with this because we were using DropBox. Now @cdmvirt has provided dedicated servers to fix it once and for all. He has payed for this out of his own pocket's (for the most part) so please show him some appreciation.
Also, you don't need to keep the old OTA updates. Just keep the latest one in case you want to reflash some options.
For all issues regarding flashing OTA updates, be sure that you're using the TWRP recovery (v2.7.2.1 or newer). We will not provide support for the other recoveries (although in the most cases you can manually flash it by navigating to OTA folder).
Here is the N9005 TWRP Recovery page btw: CLICK ME!
For issues regarding the OTA download: please delete the OTA folder first and try again.
BETA channel:
With 17.1.2 you will be asked to select if you want to take part of the BETA program. If you choose that you will get faster OTA updates with the downside of them being unfinished, without aroma and may contain some bugs. This is only for the more advanced user. With other words you will have to know how to handle adb, root explorers, being actually mentally able to READ; that sort of stuff. Nothing major but still more than the average joe knows about.
Taking part of the beta program also comes with responsabilites. You'll have to report whether or not the new features and fixes work and be quite specific about the outcomes. The beta versions will contain a "b" at the end of the version number. If you choose to take part, don't complain about stuff not working but instead try to be productive.
Live-support:
Sadly XDA doesn't provide us with any chat system, which we really would love to see in the future btw. Therefore @cdmvirt has integrated a chat system in order for you to get live support from either us or other users. Follow the download link to get there.
Credits:
@ksr007 - for the 5digit smali, thanks mate
@hsbadr - for his smali teachings, help and guidance!
@klenamenis - for his build.prop editing script
@SkywalkerZ - for the big launchers
@seshmaru - for Vrtheme
@g00h - for his amazing build.prop tweaks and for helping me with AppOps, sorry mate how could I forget...
@gharrington - for his 3minit battery tweak (coming in 17.1.2)
OMEGA team - for the wipe script (for inspiring me how to do it)
OTA UPDATE CENTER- @M3nti0n - for their app, which is NOT ours.
And many more (will update the credits soon).
Donations:
None of us are into this for the money. But we've got server costs (for the OTA dedicated server) to pay for and we really have spent countless hours on this. This simply is a fact. It's not a simple task to do what Samsung should have done at our place. It requires weeks of studying, trial and error and lots of coffee. We do this for fun and for the challenge that comes with it. But it goes without saying that we also would like some appreciation for our work. Either by just a thanks or by a small donation. As for everyone saying that they're too poor and/or are students. Well 1$ is nothing and if you own a Note in the first place you should be able to spend 1$ more dollar on this aswell. Some of us are students too, so we know what we're talking about. But hey, this is XDA. You're free to use it without paying a cent, but at least try to show some appreciation for it.
Old base downloads:
Code:
V17.0
Thanks to the ~24 people who have donated. (04.09.14)
As of now (04.09.14) more than 1617 people are on 17.1.1.(active users from all Note variants)
XDA:DevDB Information
RC ELITE S5 PORT, ROM for the Samsung Galaxy Note 3
Contributors
kevin_1351, cdmvirt, tyre777 , stash9123
ROM OS Version: 4.4.x KitKat
Based On: Stock S5 Frimware
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: 17.1.1
Stable Release Date: 2014-08-06
Created 2014-08-07
Last Updated 2014-09-14
Personal (Kevin_1351) related stuff:
- here I'll add stuff that doesn't belong in the official post -
Extra Credits:
Thanks @Shaftamle for helping me with my themed keyboard (He told me how to fix it). Go and check out his keyboard themes btw!
Many thanks to @fahadali2315 for the "Hell NO!" vote. lol and for initially helping me getting up on my own legs.
N9005 Specific downloads:
I've added the NF4 bootloader for wifi in this post.
I've also added a PIT file if you want to COMPLETELY format your phone. Use this with odin aswell. Be careful though, and read up on what it does. This is only to be used with a stock Note 3 .tar.md5 firmware. If you have pinlock issues with our ROM for example: this is needed.
The pit file is going to create a >50kb partition. With other words, is gonna make room for all types of csc. As I said though, read up on this.
Please keep one more thing in mind: The PIT will erase the internal SDCARD as well.
About the next OTA update:
Probably, v17.1.2 -or whatever version number it will have- will be my personally last update(I'll be around and help my team but I won't be this active anymore). Until now tyre and I have been the ones working the most on v17, while cdmvirt has been the one who together with stash made v16, the very foundation of v17. Lately his dedication has partially shifted to his webportal instead, and to the dedicated servers we use for the OTA and for his portal. Now when spending that much time on the rom, it hurts to see how cdm is still struggling with serverside issues and has to pay out of his own pockets in order to maintain it. Especially considering the enormous user base we've gathered in only a week. It seriously disappoints me to see people being ungrateful and complaining about something, but on the other hand don't offer the help in order maintain their desired quality.
This isn't the only thing though, I've received over at least 50 pm complaining about stuff that we don't have anything to do with. User errors or even worse, the fact that people can't even spend 10 min of their time on reading the main post through. This considering the 7 weeks we've spent on this. I've been really active in the iOS scene once and I can tell you, THIS was a totally different story. Night and day. I've heard that XDA has changed, that it has once been the place I'm speaking about. Idk. This is not meant to be offensive in any way. There are a lot of grateful and helpful people too. But they are as rare as truffle. And another factor is that I simply don't have this much time to spend on it either.
I won't leave as I said. And I will really try to help my team further, if they feel like they want to continue. But I won't put this much effort into it anymore. Because it's not being answered back.
I hope you'll understand my frustration. I'm surprised that the ones directly involved like cdm himself just take it, and thinks it's ok. For me at least this is NOT ok.
Due to time constraints and the fact that we want to obtain a bugfree experience, there still are some things I need to figure out in order to flash this OTA in the correct way. Therefore it will be slightly delayed. Maybe 24-48h.
Also it's strictly forbidden to post any direct links to our rom here. Or to make any modifications to it without our permission. Thank you.
What I'm doing right now:
-Packing the next OTA
-Kitesufing
very good work man:good:
Fantastic! I just gave up trying to get one of the n9005 versions running on my telus branded phone. No joy there so went back to cm11. Will now await your up load. Thanks for this
Sent from my SM-N900W8 using Tapatalk
O yeah finally ...
support chinese language?
your rom is great,I flash before V17;
but not chinese langugage!!!
this version support chinese language?
Thanks waiting for this one..
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many thanks and wait for link !
Something big is coming ....
ok for screen mirroring but mhl cable works? thanks for your works
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kendragon said:
ok for screen mirroring but mhl cable works? thanks for your works
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If the fix works it should also be working I think. But maybe it still isn't fully working. We're close though.
WOW!! It's amazing! I hope there isn't the gps bug when return to note 3 based ROM
Thanks mate for your work
kevin_1351 said:
If the fix works it should also be working I think. But maybe it still isn't fully working. We're close though.
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Only with stock kernel?
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hi
firstly thanks for this hard work. i wondering that video call is working with operator?
kendragon said:
Only with stock kernel?
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That will never change. Has and will always be the case. For all roms.
stormy_ugur said:
hi
firstly thanks for this hard work. i wondering that video call is working with operator?
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EDIT: Videocalling isn't included cause of the T-mobile base. We will maybe fix it though.
download link availible , yeahpp
stock kernel is good or we have some limitations as battery life?
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kendragon said:
stock kernel is good or we have some limitations as battery life?
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Well it's the stock note 3 one. Of course some unofficial kernels will give you better battery life since they're downvolting/clocking. Still I wouldn't worry to much about it.
Hello. Today I am pleased to submit to you series video tutorial detailing the mod for samsung lollipop
As cook rom Zip , tar Rom device for samsung
The project will include a separate video on the issues
You can register my Youtube channel to track better . Hopefully it will be useful for you . Leave comments and requests , I will try to meet with the video guide
My Youtube chanel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9mRcTKF9mS4ONP19VfLu7g
1. How to enable internet speed on statusbar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqPXRiLWu-c
This seems great. Can you provide a noob friendly guide on how to change the layout of ToucWhiz launcher on note 5 port roms?...I mean for example making a 5x6 app drawer without shrinking or disturbing the icon size.
As a few of you may know me from the xda forums and my contributions every now and then i get an old device i like to mess around on where i either create a great rom or tool or toast the device, now is the galaxy note 3's turn.
I will be throwing together a rom based on the latest officially supported update for the note 3 and will be making the rom as flexible as can be, this includes stabillity mods, optimization mods, mods to make the device alot smoother and fluent and ofcoarse my internal theming kit, bringing almost every manufacturs launcher themes to this device, debloated(seperate bloat installer), but since i dont know much about the device i would like some feature request everyone would like to see on the note 3, development will commence as soon as i get feedback.
Can anyone suggest me the best customized rom for S4 E330S korean variant!!well i am really a rom enthusiast i have tried CM too and many others but i feel somethings missing i even am thinking to modify CM to meet my specific requirements coz other roms could not satisfy me but for that i have to learn allot so for now can you suggest me ways to fully tweak and customize my S4.features i need are
1.Full multitasking(any app)
2.Great camera (didnotnt like CM camera stock is nice if theres better tweak then plz tell)
3.fully stable without any problems
4.great battery life
5.clean neat like CM
6.great video player which can multitask and can be made to float like in youtube app
7.can we embed contol center like in ios with any xposed tweak or anything else??i really like that feature!!
8.no bloatwares n shud be fast enough
Ok would be enough!!If these features not in a single rom you can suggest me ways to tweak or customize using any kernels/xposed/anything else.
Thanks in advance
strangersth said:
Can anyone suggest me the best customized rom for S4 E330S korean variant!!well i am really a rom enthusiast i have tried CM too and many others but i feel somethings missing i even am thinking to modify CM to meet my specific requirements coz other roms could not satisfy me but for that i have to learn allot so for now can you suggest me ways to fully tweak and customize my S4.features i need are
1.Full multitasking(any app)
2.Great camera (didnotnt like CM camera stock is nice if theres better tweak then plz tell)
3.fully stable without any problems
4.great battery life
5.clean neat like CM
6.great video player which can multitask and can be made to float like in youtube app
7.can we embed contol center like in ios with any xposed tweak or anything else??i really like that feature!!
8.no bloatwares n shud be fast enough
Ok would be enough!!If these features not in a single rom you can suggest me ways to tweak or customize using any kernels/xposed/anything else.
Thanks in advance
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Hello,
We don't own the device so it would be difficult to recommend you a ROM.
I'd recommend you to have a look at S4 Forums and find a suitable ROM for your variant.
Regards
Vatsal,
Forum Moderator.