Final notice: Since my Z5 died (it's broken into pieces, glass shattered) - development is effectively halted - NO more updates - sorry
This is a Stock (Sony) ROM Kernel and WILL NOT work on AOSP, CM, etc.
aka SunKernel for Z5 Premium + Z5 Premium Dual - Stock ROM (for now only stock)
This is an extension of the Xperia Z5/Z5 Dual "sumire" main thread over at: https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp...und-z5-wip-t3340725/post65936553#post65936553
Okay,
so the kernel is now also available for the Z5 Premium series
Please understand that I can't test whether it works due to lack of that very device - Enjoy !
Keep in mind that building for the Z5 "Stock" ROMs and "Stock" Kernels, you're constantly facing the following tradeoff:
compatibility with pre-built "core" kernel modules (e.g. texfat [proprietary exfat microSD fs driver])
compatibility with pre-built "goodies" kernel modules (e.g. video and other acceleration, hwcodecs, ...)
losing features that can NOT be replaced by similar ones (e.g. ecryptfs, wlan, exfat, etc.)
when going too far the device doesn't boot or simply hangs on bootanimation
this resulted in a couple branches (at least several dozen) that are partially or totally broken :silly:
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More info on the Latest Kernel can be usually found at:
AT the end of the thread
( I KNOW - I should have reserved a few posts for better overview )
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[Download] How to get the current ("corona", 5.11) Kernel(s) - Step by Step:
1)
Choose your device from one of the 4 folders
Z5 + Z5 Dual: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BykGGWB96CBQQy05VURLbzJTZlU
Z5 Compact: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BykGGWB96CBQVE0tb2dieTZMXzg
Z5 Prem + Z5 Prem Dual: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BykGGWB96CBQaVZTdnF5QnVTMU0
Z4/Z3+ + Z4/Z3+ Dual: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BykGGWB96CBQa2xBdHR5TzlrNUE
2)
At the upper right, click on "List View"
3)
At the top of the table, there are 3 labels (name, owner, [last] modified, File size)
click on "Last modified", the newest Kernels should be shown either at the top, or at the bottom
4)
Download the latest Kernel
5)
???
6)
Profit !
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Before starting to test/use keep in mind that this is WIP (work in progress),
that means - NO guarantees,
backups before flashing are a MUST (especially your microSD card content !)
stability, speed, improved battery and satisfaction are a great side-effect to have.
You have been WARNED !
Enjoy !
Obligatory Source:
(according to the rules in single commits no giant blobs, authorship kept)
https://github.com/zachariasmaladroit/android_kernel_sony_msm8994_kitakami_r2/branches
@zacharias.maladroit
Amazing to see this and very happy too!
Let me know if you want testings to be done, will be glad to help to the best of my knowledge. Ive used two Sony phones before this, and think I can help you out with testings
Edit: And does this support the dual versions too? I'm outside and I can't test at the moment. So, just asked.
Undervolting is not added?
Ashray_Vk said:
@zacharias.maladroit
Amazing to see this and very happy too!
Let me know if you want testings to be done, will be glad to help to the best of my knowledge. Ive used two Sony phones before this, and think I can help you out with testings
Edit: And does this support the dual versions too? I'm outside and I can't test at the moment. So, just asked.
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Glad you like it !
Nope - lol, I was actually waiting for demand for the dsds models,
I've already downloaded the kernel but haven't extracted the initramfs for it yet
You have the dual version ?
*edit:*
from one of your posts - it looks like you have one
okay then - I will build one later,
let's see if the build works equally reliable for the dsds models
Black_Focus_X said:
Undervolting is not added?
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Of course, the kernel base is by @AndroPlus <3
undervolting currently isn't working correctly right now though - values go too low (e.g. -250 mV) - so some parts might be missing,
I haven't looked into it yet - focus currently is to get the kernel working in a general sense, then later trying out the "goodies" (UV and others)
hope I can take a quick look later what might be missing
Ok, thanks. I'll give it a try
zacharias.maladroit said:
Glad you like it !
Nope - lol, I was actually waiting for demand for the dsds models,
I've already downloaded the kernel but haven't extracted the initramfs for it yet
You have the dual version ?
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Awesome will flash this once dual sim models are supported since I have a dual sim phone.
zacharias.maladroit said:
This Thread is basically the extension of the thread over at Xperia Z5 Forums: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/development/kernel-zachs-kernel-playground-z5-wip-t3340725
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Enabling a CPU hotplug makes the cpu warmer faster than normally. It even gets warm when I listen to music with the screen off, which never happened before.
I'm using blue_active governor for both big and LITTLE.
Sent from my Z5 Premium using XDA Labs
KbaB.BroS said:
Enabling a CPU hotplug makes the cpu warmer faster than normally. It even gets warm when I listen to music with the screen off, which never happened before.
I'm using blue_active governor for both big and LITTLE.
Sent from my Z5 Premium using XDA Labs
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Thanks for your feedback,
what hotplug mechanism did you choose ? with what settings ?
@zacharias.maladroit
Could you please make a version for the dual users too? I'd be thankful to you
Ashray_Vk said:
@zacharias.maladroit
Could you please make a version for the dual users too? I'd be thankful to you
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done ...
Xperia Z5 Premium dsds (Dual) [E6833/E6883] supported Kernel is attached in first post now
zacharias.maladroit said:
done ...
Xperia Z5 Premium dsds (Dual) [E6833/E6883] supported Kernel is attached in first post now
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Can I know how to control the tomtom sound control? Searched for it in sys/class/misc as I thought it'd be there, but I was wrong. Help us out?
Edit: And thanks a ton for the dual version. Kernel is working OK as of now except of the sound control,, need more time to comment on the battery life though.
zacharias.maladroit said:
Thanks for your feedback,
what hotplug mechanism did you choose ? with what settings ?
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Intelliplug default settings
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As of today. Ive got a battery drain of 2% in three hours. Couldn't test for longer since I got only three hours of sleep and had to take the phone off idle.
I think the battery performance is good since I'm using two sims, and one was on LTE mode.
zacharias.maladroit said:
This Thread is basically the extension of the thread over at Xperia Z5 Forums: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/development/kernel-zachs-kernel-playground-z5-wip-t3340725
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Would you please include FauxSound in your next update? To me that's the only thing missing from this kernel.
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KbaB.BroS said:
Would you please include FauxSound in your next update? To me that's the only thing missing from this kernel.
Sent from my Z5 Premium using XDA Labs
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Sure,
https://github.com/zachariasmaladro...ts/Sun-Kernel_32.1.A.0.xxx_AP-mod-v21_I.2_1_5
feel free to take a look at the source & adopt it to our device (or pick someone's brain to do it),
right now the settings affect nothing.
Since I'm mostly busy all the time right now I currently can't get my mind calm enough to fully get an understanding of this,
besides this - the kernel is finished and running much cooler (assumedly also better in terms of battery runtime)
zacharias.maladroit said:
Sure,
https://github.com/zachariasmaladroit/android_kernel_sony_msm8994_kitakami_r2/commits/Sun-Kernel_32.1.A.0.xxx_AP-mod-v21_I.2_1_5
feel free to take a look at the source & adopt it to our device (or pick someone's brain to do it),
right now the settings affect nothing.
Since I'm mostly busy all the time right now I currently can't get my mind calm enough to fully get an understanding of this,
besides this - the kernel is finished and running much cooler (assumedly also better in terms of battery runtime)
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Hey
I think faux sound control was working okay with our device in auras76 kernel
Well, analog control was broken, wasn't working.
I'm not able to Control sound using Tom Tom control. Any way to do that?
Very nice kernel, stable. Does it Include DRM support?
Sent from my SGP621 using XDA Free mobile app
Ashray_Vk said:
Hey
I think faux sound control was working okay with our device in auras76 kernel
Well, analog control was broken, wasn't working.
I'm not able to Control sound using Tom Tom control. Any way to do that?
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Yeah, looks like that,
Faux Sound Control works, Kernel Adiutor - not so much, been wondering all the time why there was no difference at all
Tom Tom control afaik isn't included in that kernel source ?
Patience please, I'm currently testing a totally revamped kernel (different hotplug - cpuquiet - well, there are quite a few to choose from, lol ),
the usage consumption looks way better compared to the one with all those hotplug mechanisms.
That's quite a difference now but if Sony's apps (Photoanalyzer, devicemonitor, camera common, ... - I look at you ) and others wake up every few minutes,
there's only so much the kernel can do ...
Don't forget to use Greenify's Aggressive Doze +/- Naptime !
harborxperia said:
Very nice kernel, stable. Does it Include DRM support?
Sent from my SGP621 using XDA Free mobile app
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Thanks !
Nope, not the job of the kernel, DRM patch is included in AurROM
zacharias.maladroit said:
Thanks !
Nope, not the job of the kernel, DRM patch is included in AurROM
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I fastbooted your kernel on a clean install of stock ROM and the DRM patch is active.
Sent from my Z5 Premium using XDA Labs
KbaB.BroS said:
I fastbooted your kernel on a clean install of stock ROM and the DRM patch is active.
Sent from my Z5 Premium using XDA Labs
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Might be something in the initramfs, then - thanks
Related
High speed ROM - Stock Gingerbread 2.16
Features:
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- Based on leaked Gingerbread ROM 2.16.0.0 with Kernel 2.6.35.10
- Rooted with su and superuser
- Unsecured boot.img
- Busybox included
- init.d support. Scripts moved to /data/init.d for easy addition/deletion/modification
- RAM & Speed Optimizations
- Clean & Fast, no visual changes
- Zipalign system applications for better RAM usage
- Automatically zipalign new applications on boot for better RAM usage
- Custom boot animation support (Replace bootanimation.zip in /data/local/)
- Nano text editor with sysro + sysrw support
- Bash shell support
- Highly tweaked kernel for performance
- Excellent battery life
- All apks updated to the latest version
- Low memory tweak (no need for task managers)
- Removed Stock completely
- Removed default maps and included Brut Maps Mod for international navigation.
Known Bugs:
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- You tell me
Download Link:
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- http://www.multiupload.com/EJVXBO8J7B
Thanks to:
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- Mike1986 for guidance
- Dsixda for amazing kitchen
- Capychimp for guidance
and for all those who I forgot to mention
What about those kernel tweaks?
I thought its not entirely possible without kernel sources.
Whats the difference in speed compared to Lee's or Mike's release?
Try4Ce said:
What about those kernel tweaks?
I thought its not entirely possible without kernel sources.
Whats the difference in speed compared to Lee's or Mike's release?
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You can tweak existing kernel parameters via sysctl which I have done.
So far I have find my rom more stable and smooth.
I will be requiring your feedback too in this regard.
Good to see another ROM to help the development
theintelligent said:
You can tweak existing kernel parameters via sysctl which I have done.
So far I have find my rom more stable and smooth.
I will be requiring your feedback too in this regard.
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Didnt Mike and Lee do the same then?
Anyways, will give it a shot Always good to have more devs (and therefore different tweak setups) on board !
andywright1982 said:
Good to see another ROM to help the development
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I agree with u on that ... the more devs there is the more fun for us "mortals"
Try4Ce said:
Didnt Mike and Lee do the same then?
Anyways, will give it a shot Always good to have more devs (and therefore different tweak setups) on board !
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Yes, I'm using sysctl as well But maybe theintelligent used different parameters
theintelligent said:
You can tweak existing kernel parameters via sysctl which I have done.
So far I have find my rom more stable and smooth.
I will be requiring your feedback too in this regard.
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Well there are few more things that I have done.
Firstly I have changed the IO scheduler to NOOP.
Secondly I have set different task manager settings when the screen is on and off. i.e when the screen is off the settings are aggressive, while the screen is on they are average. This gives your device a smoother feeling (The script is based on FlooHimself screen state scaling tweak).
Thirdly I have played with priorities of some processes (This script was used by NeoPhyTe in the Desire forum). It does gives your device some edge.
Anyways as soon as the uploading is complete, you can play with the ROM and report back.
theintelligent said:
Firstly I have changed the IO scheduler to NOOP.
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well, i haven't tested it on this release but noop should give you slightly worse overall results than deadline. i didn't checked but i assume deadline is default on this kernel.
Exchange sync!
Is the exchange sync still a problem with this?
rijohann said:
Is the exchange sync still a problem with this?
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Well I haven't found any problem. Can you please be specific what problems have you faced?
a user said:
well, i haven't tested it on this release but noop should give you slightly worse overall results than deadline. i didn't checked but i assume deadline is default on this kernel.
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Tested noop my self, deadline gives better results
Task managers are useless anyway, the low memory killer default settings are spot on, further adjustments may cause instabilities.
Welcome to DHD dev theintelligent
Sent from me LeeDrOiD loaded Desire HD using the Android XDA Premium app
There you go experience talking..........Lee and Mike they both have mastery in DHD.
will sure give it try, after all this what i joined xda for to have fun with all different flavors and customizations.
Thanks for your efforts will report the findings asap.
LeeDroid said:
Tested noop my self, deadline gives better results
Task managers are useless anyway, the low memory killer default settings are spot on, further adjustments may cause instabilities.
Welcome to DHD dev theintelligent
Sent from me LeeDrOiD loaded Desire HD using the Android XDA Premium app
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Well it's easy to change, but I will require more feedback like this.
Hotmail Exchange Sync
Hi,
can you tell me, if Hotmail Exchange Sync is working
on this ROM? With others Stock Sense 2.16 ROMs
were issues by Hotmail Inbox (Exchange Sync)
For example:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=11974324&highlight=hotmail#post11974324
thanks in advance.
jarilla.
theintelligent said:
Well it's easy to change, but I will require more feedback like this.
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Got a tight community here matey, sure we will all work well together
Sent from me LeeDrOiD loaded Desire HD using the Android XDA Premium app
LeeDroid said:
Got a tight community here matey, sure we will all work well together
Sent from me LeeDrOiD loaded Desire HD using the Android XDA Premium app
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This is great for the community.
theintelligent said:
You can tweak existing kernel parameters via sysctl which I have done.
So far I have find my rom more stable and smooth.
I will be requiring your feedback too in this regard.
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Nice release, but who is campychimp? Hehe
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capychimp said:
Nice release, but who is campychimp? Hehe
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Apoligies I was mentioning you. Updated in the main post.
As i can see,all cookers have given up for a few days updates for this ginger's leak.I think that this one leak is not so good as we thought ...I have tested all 2.3 sense roms here and i decided to come back to 2.2...A lot of issuεs which are important for each day use...
Hope u have found the answre's for the problems but i believe that we must wait for another leak...
Btw welcome and wish u to enjoy our company...
Some influential users such as @androidnerd2 @2010matej and some others prefer to keep or always restore to stock. So my question is to YOU!
Why you keep stock while you have some rooms that considerably improves the performance.
Simple
Better battery life and performance ratio.
Modded stock is far better than a custom Rom
Sent from my C1604 using xda app-developers app
Stability. Yeah, I dont get jb, at least I can play hd games properly, and I get to keep the warranty (waiting for year 2015 warranty expire). And if miro / any other 3g video call phones, I get to keep this stock function.
Sent from My Awesome Paradox ST21i
Stock is good after some cleaning and modding " nice UI & better battery life"
But when we get stable release of CM every gamer should consider switching to CM because of the performance boost.
Sent from my C1605
andro-SYR said:
Stock is good after some cleaning and modding " nice UI & better battery life"
But when we get stable release of CM every gamer should consider switching to CM because of the performance boost.
Sent from my C1605
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I actually noticed that CM gave a performance reduction on my device. It was extremely laggy. I prefer to use modded stock.
gamer649 said:
I actually noticed that CM gave a performance reduction on my device. It was extremely laggy. I prefer to use modded stock.
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Yep I agree, because of that I said that when we have stable CM release then u may notice the performance increase.
I had live with walkman for 2 years before my XE , I used CM 10 & 10.1 most of the times.
Anyway I think that Sony JB firmware is very successful compared to ICS.
Its only my experience with Sony so other useres may have different opinions.
Sent from my C1605
dantezinn said:
Some influential users such as @androidnerd2 @2010matej and some others prefer to keep or always restore to stock. So my question is to YOU!
Why you keep stock while you have some rooms that considerably improves the performance.
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1.I prefer to do my own customization on stock.
2.Stability
3. Most important is " Sony UI ". I have a sony phone just because of that. I must have bought a Nexus or something if I want to use cm.
Unless and until someone develops a fully working with minimum bugs cm rom I'll be using stock.
Well I don't know how to build a rom otherwise I should have build one a long time ago.
dantezinn said:
Some influential users such as @androidnerd2 @2010matej and some others prefer to keep or always restore to stock. So my question is to YOU!
Why you keep stock while you have some rooms that considerably improves the performance.
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Uhuh there is my name mentioned
Yeah, like other say there is much stability,not so laggy. But this isnt for all phones. For example. I have xperia x8 and without custom rom,hpone sucks but for xperia j there is differrent!
And the biggest reason is, stock camera has better quality,take picture faster,panorama working great,video is working great. I really like stock Sony UI + themes + statusbar...
Its a lot of things why to use and stay on stock rom!
andro-SYR said:
Stock is good after some cleaning and modding " nice UI & better battery life"
But when we get stable release of CM every gamer should consider switching to CM because of the performance boost.
Sent from my C1605
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No many ROM very stability because these are no finish test.(new Rom and older)
Send from Malaysia by Xperia J
Stock rom + removed crap bloatwares + greenify app+ 100% suppercharged is what i m using !! Games and apps r quiet smooth !!!
Untill cm beats stock in performance i will be using stock !!
And i love the notification light
Sent from my ST26i using xda app-developers app
because Stability
1 reason for me. The video capture on CM10 don't work on Xperia E. Now i'm back on stock rom, rooted it, and remove all the bloatware. CM10 works a bit faster, but i'm happy to have the video capture back...
Not just video cam
I love Sony's ui. It's the best
Moreover if u can uninstall every non system app
Then you will get much faster and smoother os
Even wakeup from sleep is too fast
Sent from my C1604 using xda app-developers app
Hmm, a little bit don't like "google stock" UI.. It sucks. A lot of people copied that UI(such as launcher), so Sony UI have more exclusivity.
Sent from my heavily modified rooted unlocked [Sony Xperia J] with my fingers through this awesome Tapatalk 4
And change title, its ROM not room..
Sent from my ST23i using CM10|fxp 227|
Some ROM too big and eat too more RAM.
Flash the ROM by CWM must carefully.(you will hard brick your phone,if you start to flash ROM without clear data )
Different ROM also have different battery usage.
So,the conclusion is use the stock Rom very safe.(stock Rom stability and a few of bugs)
I am thank @dantezinn because he creates this topic.
Hey,I also like the notification light,it is beautiful(special)
Send from Malaysia by Xperia J
The only thing we need is recovery for xperia j jellybean
Sent from my ST26i using xda app-developers app
THANK YOU FOR YOUR REPLYS!
Its very important to me to know why you keep your rom stock, i'm more aware now about this subject since i'm not a pro, just a common user!
Thank your for the greenify tip @rachit7, but can you tell me more about this "supercharged" thing? I searched and i found this "Supercharged V6" but i didn't understand very well! I would appreciate your explanation about this.
I'm hitting "thanks" button to all your answers!
Apologize for my english.
dantezinn said:
THANK YOU FOR YOUR REPLYS!
Its very important to me to know why you keep your rom stock, i'm more aware now about this subject since i'm not a pro, just a common user!
Thank your for the greenify tip @rachit7, but can you tell me more about this "supercharged" thing? I searched and i found this "Supercharged V6" but i didn't understand very well! I would appreciate your explanation about this.
I'm hitting "thanks" button to all your answers!
Apologize for my english.
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Supercharge aka BLACKDOG, Its a tweak. It sets such as a LMK (Low memory Killer) of OOM (out of memory).. If you use that script + kernelized(Blackdog stuff) using Script manager it can boost your device performance..
There is a lot of tweak in XDA. But Blackdog is one of hell, the OP @zeppelinrox is legendary one..
One more thing, I love "heavily modified and tweaked stock ROM":thumbup::beer:
nevadasaga said:
Supercharge aka BLACKDOG, Its a tweak. It sets such as a LMK (Low memory Killer) of OOM (out of memory).. If you use that script + kernelized(Blackdog stuff) using Script manager it can boost your device performance..
There is a lot of tweak in XDA. But Blackdog is one of hell, the OP @zeppelinrox is legendary one..
One more thing, I love "heavily modified and tweaked stock ROM":thumbup::beer:
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Thank you for the details!
It would be nice if @rachit7 share his "heavily mods" and tweaks with us!
I am debating on whether to buy the pro version and flash Franco's Kernel for my Nexus 5 and 7 (2013). I just want to know what I bits of extra I can really do with it.. And if its worth it. I'm more worried about stability than anything I guess. I don't want to run into little issues whether it be audio, video, whatever it may be. Also I have never flashed a kernel or another ROM, I've always stuck with stock. I am running 4.4.2 right now utilizing Gravity Box and Wanam Kit, and a few other modules. Any input would be greatly appreciated. If this thread has been done before, my apologies. I am a brand new forum user, never really get on the computer.
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wardawgmalvicious said:
I am debating on whether to buy the pro version and flash Franco's Kernel for my Nexus 5 and 7 (2013). I just want to know what I bits of extra I can really do with it.. And if its worth it. I'm more worried about stability than anything I guess. I don't want to run into little issues whether it be audio, video, whatever it may be. Also I have never flashed a kernel or another ROM, I've always stuck with stock. I am running 4.4.2 right now utilizing Gravity Box and Wanam Kit, and a few other modules. Any input would be greatly appreciated. If this thread has been done before, my apologies. I am a brand new forum user, never really get on the computer.
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Well to be honest the stock kernel allready is very good, the only downsides of it are batterylife/screenontime and colors are not very vibrant. These 2 aspects are substantialy better with Franco kernel. Screenontime and batterylife is improved by at least 50% or more for some (check out the Franco thread). Also you can raise the speaker/mic/in-call volume as you wish and load a color profile for better and more vibrant colors.
if you want stability stick with stock
gee2012 said:
Well to be honest the stock kernel allready is very good, the only downsides of it are batterylife/screenontime and colors are not very vibrant. These 2 issues are substantialy better with Franco kernel. Screenontime and batterylife is improved by at least 50% or more for some (check out the Franco thread). Also you can raise the speaker/mic/in-call volume as you wish and load a color profile for better and more vibrant colors.
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I have been getting fantastic battery life with my setup now, I just leave brightness at auto, and from my bit of research, that seems to be the big culprit of battery life. I'm always looking to improve my phone in terms of performance and cosmetic, keeps me busy at negative 60 out here in North Dakota lol.
But 50% overall more battery life?! That's pretty friggin good. Would definitely pay for it for that kind of power.
I'm also assuming based on your post that the color control is not for LED control but the screen itself. Any idea if the Xposed LED module works well? I know its off topic just a quick question.
Not sure about the volumes, I usually don't mess with call volumes, but I'll look into it more.
Thanks for your post! Also please post the link to the Franco Thread.
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wardawgmalvicious said:
I have been getting fantastic battery life with my setup now, I just leave brightness at auto, and from my bit of research, that seems to be the big culprit of battery life. I'm always looking to improve my phone in terms of performance and cosmetic, keeps me busy at negative 60 out here in North Dakota lol.
But 50% overall more battery life?! That's pretty friggin good. Would definitely pay for it for that kind of power.
I'm also assuming based on your post that the color control is not for LED control but the screen itself. Any idea if the Xposed LED module works well? I know its off topic just a quick question.
Not sure about the volumes, I usually don't mess with call volumes, but I'll look into it more.
Thanks for your post! Also please post the link to the Franco Thread.
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If you are having trouble making a decision... just flash the kernel with fastboot and give it a test run. Can the free version of FKU auto flash? I'm not sure, you would have to investigate.
If you decide you like it (and the updates that go along with it), then maybe consider buying the app.
But yes, screen on time is better with FK due to the way the clock speeds scale. A lot better. Even with the stock settings, though I find even those to be a bit aggressive.
wardawgmalvicious said:
I have been getting fantastic battery life with my setup now, I just leave brightness at auto, and from my bit of research, that seems to be the big culprit of battery life. I'm always looking to improve my phone in terms of performance and cosmetic, keeps me busy at negative 60 out here in North Dakota lol.
But 50% overall more battery life?! That's pretty friggin good. Would definitely pay for it for that kind of power.
I'm also assuming based on your post that the color control is not for LED control but the screen itself. Any idea if the Xposed LED module works well? I know its off topic just a quick question.
Not sure about the volumes, I usually don't mess with call volumes, but I'll look into it more.
Thanks for your post! Also please post the link to the Franco Thread.
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Most users report a screenontime of about 5-7 hours while stock is about 3,5 hours. Don`t know about the Xposed module but color controll in the Franco kernel updater app is realy good and there are various preloaded settings available. Link thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2508284. Backup your current kernel in the FKU before you flash a Franco kernel, so you can restore it if need be.
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If you are having trouble making a decision... just flash the kernel with fastboot and give it a test run. Can the free version of FKU auto flash? I'm not sure, you would have to investigate.
If you decide you like it (and the updates that go along with it), then maybe consider buying the app.
But yes, screen on time is better with FK due to the way the clock speeds scale. A lot better. Even with the stock settings, though I find even those to be a bit aggressive.
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I believe you can, I'll look into when I get home.
So do you underclock or undervolt? I don't know the differences between the two, my apologies. If I do get Franco I think I will just leave it at the stock settings it comes with before I make any changes, still got learning to do. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
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Most users report a screenontime of about 5-7 hours while stock is about 3,5 hours. Don`t know about the Xposed module but color controll in the Franco kernel updater app is realy good and there are various preloaded settings available. Link thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2508284. Backup your current kernel in the FKU before you flash a Franco kernel, so you can restore it if need be.
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That's pretty awesome, definitely gonna try it out. I have a backup somewhere on my device, I think in Flashify, but I'll make another, can never hurt lol.
And thanks for the thread and all the other info!
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Stick with stock for at least long enough to give yourself a baseline to judge other ROMs/kernels against.
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Stick with stock for at least long enough to give yourself a baseline to judge other ROMs/kernels against.
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I've had my Nexus 5 for roughly 2 months now I think, are you saying I should wait it out or do more research first? It is very scary for me lol. I'm always afraid to be making major internal changes without some form of consultation and research.
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Also quick question, I don't need to back anything else up correct? Flashing a kernel does not mess with anything else does it?
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I've had my Nexus 5 for roughly 2 months now I think, are you saying I should wait it out or do more research first? It is very scary for me lol. I'm always afraid to be making major internal changes without some form of consultation and research.
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I wouldn`t mess with the kernel settings like UV/OC besides color and sound optimisations. The stock settings are allready good enough for most users, only xperienced users should do that imo.
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Also quick question, I don't need to back anything else up correct? Flashing a kernel does not mess with anything else does it?
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No, flashing kernels or recovery`s don`t wipe data.
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I wouldn`t mess with the kernel settings like UV/OC besides color and sound optimisations. The stock settings are allready good enough for most users, only xperienced users should do that imo.
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That's what I'll do then, what kind of sound optimizations are there? Just the mic volume and whatnot? Or are there some for playing music, I have poweramp and use that equalizer, so just wondering.
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That's what I'll do then, what kind of sound optimizations are there? Just the mic volume and whatnot? Or are there some for playing music, I have poweramp and use that equalizer, so just wondering.
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You can only raise the volume levels (no EQ settings), this should not interfere with PowerAmp.
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You can only raise the volume levels (no EQ settings), this should not interfere with PowerAmp.
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Alright guess I'll just have to carefully play around with a bit. Thanks for your help!
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gee2012 said:
You can only raise the volume levels (no EQ settings), this should not interfere with PowerAmp.
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Oh last question, do you know of any stability issues with Franco Kernel? That is my number one concern, so just checking with you real quick before I go with it finally.
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Oh last question, do you know of any stability issues with Franco Kernel? That is my number one concern, so just checking with you real quick before I go with it finally.
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I haven`t had FC`s when i used the kernel, most issues of users we`re caused by undervolting too much.
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I haven`t had FC`s when i used the kernel, most issues of users we`re caused by undervolting too much.
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Alright sounds good! I'll let you know how it goes!
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Alright sounds good! I'll let you know how it goes!
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Oke, good luck and enjoy
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Oke, good luck and enjoy
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OK maybe a stupid question, should I use auto flash or flash via recovery?
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Kernel is no longer in public development
Clarification as to the why Im stopping
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I am not committed enough to this to do so. Havent even touched it since the last update and dont feel the need to, I really would much rather leave it as I do not wish to get very involved in kernel stuff, etc.
I feel like posting source means I have intent to support, maintain, etc. this stuff and I dont. Its not just a matter of the posting source, its that I only posted the kernel because it was Fauxs and Codecrafts sources I used (only using the GPU OC from Codecraft) and since they shared their work so graciously I felt I should share my modified version of it. I dont want credit for work I didnt do because someone used my sources (which arent even really mine). Ive used github before and know how, its easy, but like I said I feel that would send a message I dont intend.
If there is someone who wants to actually maintain it i will gladly give you the source if you PM me.
TL;DR Im not leaving the kernel scene just because of source posting, its because this was just a fun little thing I did and dont plan on doing that long.
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just wanted to add clarification so it didnt seem like I was just like
"oh, dont feel like posting source so bye"
Ill cya guys around, just not posting a kernel lol
Ive been weeding out things that take too much of my time away from my intended career of comics/animation, this is one of them, and considering I didnt have much intent for it in this first place i may as well leave it now.
Sorry for the lack of info on my part guys as to exactly "why" Ive decided this. Hopefully these past posts give more clarity. Im glad the kernel was well recieved and works well for you guys, but I didnt intended to do this that long in the first place. Ill zip the source and add it to the OP for someone to grab and play with.
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DOWNLOAD
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https://www.mediafire.com/?oqqm8vh8hm0kpfd
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Sources
DO NOT CREDIT ME FOR THESE SOURCES
This is the work of Faux123 and Team Codecraft, I merely slapped the GPU OC from CC into faux. Everything you need to get started is here, and please thank the Devs who actually worked hard to put their sources and kernels together.
Also, if you have an issue with the source you may PM me, I dont intend to continue this kernel but I will help someone who does get started.
http://www.mediafire.com/download/519t0dqkucyugaa/dev.zip
Found some bugs with clocks not showing right :3 ill fix it asap
EDIT: Now fixed
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Found some bugs with clocks not showing right :3 ill fix it asap
EDIT: Now fixed
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Is there a reason some Kernel's use 2.5GHz for OC instead of 2.8GHz? Or is it just personal preference?
Great job on this kernel :thumbup:
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GohanBurner said:
Is there a reason some Kernel's use 2.5GHz for OC instead of 2.8GHz? Or is it just personal preference?
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Preference
You hit a thermal wall real fast at 2.8 and end up throttled anyway
From what I can tell this is a performance based kernel, yes?
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What app are you using to configure all those "recommended settings" on your phone? Rom toolbox?
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From what I can tell this is a performance based kernel, yes?
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Yes and No, I wanted to power savings of Faux but the GPU performance of Codemaster.
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What app are you using to configure all those "recommended settings" on your phone? Rom toolbox?
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FauxClock, trickster should work too
Switched to Linaro Toolchain and Replaced all the modules with the linaro compiled ones
Also added some Flags recommened for tuning Cortex a15 type CPUs and for optimizing Float Math
now up for Download
Just verifying this is a sense kernel correct?
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Just verifying this is a sense kernel correct?
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Yes
Can anyone give feedback on this with ViperRom? I know their ROMS don't work well with all custom kernels
Nice gonna give this a shot
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My Wi-Fi won't hardly work on this just like on faux. I don't know of its the Wi-Fi drivers or what, but only stock based kernels work well on my phone. What can I do to help figure this out.
Hey, has anyone tried restoring a kernel backed up via Flashify? Wanna give this a shot, but I'd like to have a backup of what I've got now first...
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jsminnis said:
My Wi-Fi won't hardly work on this just like on faux. I don't know of its the Wi-Fi drivers or what, but only stock based kernels work well on my phone. What can I do to help figure this out.
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what update/rom are you on? Just saying wifi drivers dont work right wont really help (and figures it wouldnt since it essentially is faux lol) more info would be nice but tbh I really couldnt tell you. I havent had any wifi issues on any kernel Ive tried.
New Update Includes
More Compiler Optimizations
Update now includes latest userspace Adreno drivers from Qualcomm
will be last update till something nifty comes along so enjoy
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Hey, has anyone tried restoring a kernel backed up via Flashify? Wanna give this a shot, but I'd like to have a backup of what I've got now first...
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I have used flashify to restore a kernel without issue on my m8.
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a_h_d 15000
bp_d 500000
g_h_l 95
hs_f 1267200
m_s_t 45000
t_l 85
t_r 15000
all not mentions leave alone
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I figured out the set up for recommended settings with FauxClock except these. Anyone have an idea?
Thanks :cyclops:
chrisloveskaos said:
I figured out the set up for recommended settings with FauxClock except these. Anyone have an idea?
Thanks :cyclops:
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go to CPU Governor and click show/update and thats where they are. The letters are abbreviations for the settings once you see them youll get it. Click the settings one at a time and type the values in and hit save for them to show up (they dont appear till you click save).
Hi everybody!
I'm new to the Verizon S5, but I followed the great bootloader unlocking thread and decided to make some custom roms and kernels. So, this is my kernel thread.
I've been building for the S4 and the Note Edge, so I hope you don't mind if I step in here. I'm not trying to step on anyone else's toes, and I hope you all don't mind another developer hanging around.
You can find all my work at https://github.com/alaskalinuxuser when I get a chance to get it uploaded. I live in Alaska and do have limited and slow internet, so please be patient.
See post #2 for Nougat kernels.
Nougat kernels:
Right now I only have one built:
AOKP 7.1.2 - Tested on a Verizon S5, this kernel can be flashed on any KLTE phone.
https://www.mediafire.com/folder/9zxbqz94mur7d/nougat
Change log:
Code:
Change Log:
20170717
+ Added @savoca KCal v2
20170621
+ Added Fast Charge!
+ Added simple Sound Control from the SmartPack Kernel
20170602
+ Overclocked the GPU to 600 Mhz
- A 4% gain without increasing voltage!
20170530
+ Added KTOONSEZ Voltage control!
- Can be controlled from Kernel Adiutor or other apps. WARNING! THIS IS DANGEROUS!
20170526
+ Added I/O schedulers: FIOPS, SIO, and VR!
20170524
+ Overclocked the CPU to 2533 MHz without increasing voltage.
20170518
+ Added Lionheart, SmartMax, and Wheatley governors.
Old kernel:
http://www.mediafire.com/file/iwwcjaw6ab96rv3/AKLU-KLTE-AOKP-N-20170530.zip
https://www.mediafire.com/file/f8d1u8a740yb806/AKLU-KLTE-AOKP-N-20170526.zip
http://www.mediafire.com/file/rinmg04q65ucn9z/AKLU-KLTE-AOKP-N-20170524.zip
http://www.mediafire.com/file/quyaal6238dgslt/AKLU-KLTE-AOKP-N-1520-20170518.zip
Reserved for future use, thanks! Be sure to check back regularly! I plan to add:
-Over Clock for the CPU and GPU
-I/O schedulers
-Change boost settings
- and more!
great work .
Ive been asking around about this , there was a thread that ported a backtrack/kali for the s5 and that kernel had the feature of controling the tx and rx of the phone, i dont know if you could include those commits in yours as well for LOS and also if that could be applied to the tx and rx of the modem to boost reception of signal for 4G....that's if its possible.
Looking foward to the next updates.
@AlaskaLinuxUser hey, thank you for sharing your work and throwing new stuff out there for us to mess with. Much appreciated
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great work .
Ive been asking around about this , there was a thread that ported a backtrack/kali for the s5 and that kernel had the feature of controling the tx and rx of the phone, i dont know if you could include those commits in yours as well for LOS and also if that could be applied to the tx and rx of the modem to boost reception of signal for 4G....that's if its possible.
Looking foward to the next updates.
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Thanks! I'll have to check into that.
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@AlaskaLinuxUser hey, thank you for sharing your work and throwing new stuff out there for us to mess with. Much appreciated
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Thanks! Next up is over clocking. I usually keep it light on the oc.
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Quick update, new kernel, praise God, it even works!
Overclocked to 2533 MHz without increasing voltage.
I had to reset my cellular settings after flashing this, however, I am using my Verizon phone on an AT&T network through Straight Talk, so I'm not sure if that matters. But after a reset of the cell settings, data started working just fine for me.
My kernels tend to be more battery oriented than performance, but I like to overclock a little without increasing the voltage to get the most bang for the buck. Enjoy!
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Quick update, new kernel, praise God, it even works!
Overclocked to 2533 MHz without increasing voltage.
I had to reset my cellular settings after flashing this, however, I am using my Verizon phone on an AT&T network through Straight Talk, so I'm not sure if that matters. But after a reset of the cell settings, data started working just fine for me.
My kernels tend to be more battery oriented than performance, but I like to overclock a little without increasing the voltage to get the most bang for the buck. Enjoy!
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now since it overclocks maybe now you can attempt to undervolt it and the gpu to the bare minimum that it will allow without it freezing and rebooting ( even better battery life) , on the other kernels ive tried i was able to get it to stay at a -125mv but had to bring the cpu frequency down to 1400'S or 1200's some users said that -100 at stock frequency was stable so mayby for your kernel a -90mv with the overclock is def possible. sadly we still can undervolt or overclock the gpu as well
Actually, my plan is to add voltage control to the kernel, so you can adjust it to any level you want. I just finished adding that option to the Galaxy S4, including the GPU, and hope to do the same here.
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Praise God! New kernel is up! Added I/O schedulers!
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Praise God, another working kernel update!
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Added @ktoonsez voltage control! Credit goes to him for the code. I just added it to the kernel.
You can control this in Kernel Adiutor, but remember, adjusting voltages can be dangerous and may alter the space time continuum of your phone.
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Praise God, another kernel update!
Over clocked the GPU to 600 MHz ( a 4% gain ) without increasing voltage! Its been working great all day, but I don't play heavy graphics games, so a gamer should give it a go and let us know the results!
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Praise God, another kernel update!
Over clocked the GPU to 600 MHz ( a 4% gain ) without increasing voltage! Its been working great all day, but I don't play heavy graphics games, so a gamer should give it a go and let us know the results!View attachment 4169752
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WOW!!! testing now , pretty much for me i play one game pretty much all day , so def will test now and report back if any issues occured during the time period.
also my question is , do you see any possibilities of gpu voltage control?
also do include the kcal v2 for the screen (rgb) calibration. to properly dim the blacks and pop up colors.
if you keep this up , seriously hands down your kernel will turn-out to be the best kernel for the S5 , especially since you are putting in new feaures that the other kernels don't have. I mean a gpu overclock , i dont think no other dev have accomplished that.
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WOW!!! testing now , pretty much for me i play one game pretty much all day , so def will test now and report back if any issues occured during the time period.
also my question is , do you see any possibilities of gpu voltage control?
also do include the kcal v2 for the screen (rgb) calibration. to properly dim the blacks and pop up colors.
if you keep this up , seriously hands down your kernel will turn-out to be the best kernel for the S5 , especially since you are putting in new feaures that the other kernels don't have. I mean a gpu overclock , i dont think no other dev have accomplished that.
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Well, actually @ktoonsez has a kernel that over clocked the GPU much higher than me. However, my focus is on over clocking without increasing voltage.
As for voltage control for the GPU, I hope so.
I will look into kcal v2? I was thinking of adding @faux123 fauxsound next.
Most of the work I do is piggy backed off of great work from people like ktoonsez, Faux123, and @javelinanddart, so I can't take much credit. Thanks for the kind words though!
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Well, actually @ktoonsez has a kernel that over clocked the GPU much higher than me. However, my focus is on over clocking without increasing voltage.
As for voltage control for the GPU, I hope so.
I will look into kcal v2? I was thinking of adding @faux123 fauxsound next.
Most of the work I do is piggy backed off of great work from people like ktoonsez, Faux123, and @javelinanddart, so I can't take much credit. Thanks for the kind words though!
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actually yea Faux sound would be great as well.... ps. had a random reboot occured , the phone was just siting there charging , but noticed now that its stuck in a bootloop....not sure if its the kernel since its the first time that occued and the only change made was the kernel today.
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actually yea Faux sound would be great as well.... ps. had a random reboot occured , the phone was just siting there charging , but noticed now that its stuck in a bootloop....not sure if its the kernel since its the first time that occued and the only change made was the kernel today.
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Interesting. Could you pull a last kmsg if it happens again? Thanks.
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Interesting. Could you pull a last kmsg if it happens again? Thanks.
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So far it has not happened again but i will keep a close watch on it. but i highly think that its a rom related issue.
Trouble with FauxSound....
Just an update, I am working on the FauxSound mod, but something keeps going wrong. I end up with no sound. WIP.
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Trouble with FauxSound....
Just an update, I am working on the FauxSound mod, but something keeps going wrong. I end up with no sound. WIP.
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How is the project coming along?
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How is the project coming along?
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Great question. I'm still having trouble with faux sound. I decided to table that for now and work on a few other improvements for the S5 instead.
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