I want to stay on MM (6.0.1). I am using a custom Rom (Alexis Rom) which is no longer updated.
What I want is to update only Android security patches.
Is there anyway to do this?
I am rooted and running a custom TWRP if it helps at all....
Thanks :fingers-crossed:
zapahacks said:
I want to stay on MM (6.0.1). I am using a custom Rom (Alexis Rom) which is no longer updated.
What I want is to update only Android security patches.
Is there anyway to do this?
I am rooted and running a custom TWRP if it helps at all....
Thanks :fingers-crossed:
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At this point in time, no. The way security patches are incorporated requires them to be baked into firmware from scratch probably stops the ability to incorporate them on the fly. I don't think reapply able patches has been achieved for any android device.
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At this point in time, no. The way security patches are incorporated requires them to be baked into firmware from scratch probably stops the ability to incorporate them on the fly. I don't think reapply able patches has been achieved for any android device.
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Thanks. Hopefully in the future we could flash them as an OTA update.
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So I've downloaded all the stuff and made my mind to root the device.
Just some final questions..
1) I would be installing Xposed Framework on the device, will it hinder any OTA updates to the stock ROM?
2) If I install a custom ROM like CM, and then let's say Android 4.4.3 comes out... What should I do to update to the Android 4.4.3?
3) What is the need of getting Gapps when flashing a custom ROM? Aren't Gapps already present in Android?
4) Any other drawback of installing a Custom ROM?
Don't forget to search. Every thing you need to know is here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47369234
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Not all the questions got answered. Please help me
deepak2001 said:
So I've downloaded all the stuff and made my mind to root the device.
Just some final questions..
1) I would be installing Xposed Framework on the device, will it hinder any OTA updates to the stock ROM?
2) If I install a custom ROM like CM, and then let's say Android 4.4.3 comes out... What should I do to update to the Android 4.4.3?
3) What is the need of getting Gapps when flashing a custom ROM? Aren't Gapps already present in Android?
4) Any other drawback of installing a Custom ROM?
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Okay searching XDA is the best way to find out these answers, but I'll help you
1.) Using Xposed framework will stop you from receiving otas
2.) If you're running a custom ROM when 4.4.3 drops, all you will need to do is flash any 4.4.3 ROM that drops to update. Believe me, when it drops it won't be long before some 4.4.3 custom ROMs surface.
3.) Most custom ROMs do not include gapps. You'll need to flash those separately. Read the ops of each ROM you're interested in to find out if they're included.
4.) You have a Nexus, they're made to be rooted. Lol
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If you're using a custom ROM though like CM, 4.4.3 doesn't really matter. Since it's a custom ROM it won't be releasing an update at the same time as google. It would be whenever CM releases their update that's based on 4.4.3. Anyone should feel free to correct me if I'm wrong though. I'm fairly new to everything as well.
I have not unlocked my bootloader.. And have many things on my device [Been Using It For Over A Month]
I have many apps, contacts, app save files [games], etc.
Will I need to re-download all the apps again? Is there any way i could preserve this data? What all can I preserve.
Also, any Custom ROM suggestion. I liked Paranoid Android, but it releases a new beta like every week... This means that I'll have to flash it again? Leading to data loss every time?
I use this device as my primary device
Use helium to backup. We will not suggest you a rom.
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Why no suggestion?
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I liked Paranoid Android, but it releases a new beta like every week... This means that I'll have to flash it again? Leading to data loss every time?
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Hi,
No need to flash obviously all the new update if you don't want unless there is an important bug fixed or a new feature you want. You can dirty flash (wipe only Dalvik cache and cache partition) so you won't loose your data.
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Why no suggestion?
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Because it turns into something like "best" rom: http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/help/best-rom-kernel-threads-t2477889... And you will have 20 different suggestions depending of each users needs, it will not help you more.
You need to test by yourself, read the OP of the rom threads to see the features, issue, videos, etc... read the last pages of the rom thread for feedbacks.
So.. I just want customizations to make android fun.. Paranoid would be fine?
deepak2001 said:
So.. I just want customizations to make android fun.. Paranoid would be fine?
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ALL of the ROMs are fun. Try them and see.
List of Roms
deepak2001 said:
I have not unlocked my bootloader.. And have many things on my device [Been Using It For Over A Month]
I have many apps, contacts, app save files [games], etc.
Will I need to re-download all the apps again? Is there any way i could preserve this data? What all can I preserve.
Also, any Custom ROM suggestion. I liked Paranoid Android, but it releases a new beta like every week... This means that I'll have to flash it again? Leading to data loss every time?
I use this device as my primary device
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Here is the list of ROMS for Nexus 5, http://forum.xda-developers.com/goo...dex-google-nexus-5-roms-kernels-mods-t2475401
I want to give my unused nexus 5 for a friend, but it's been almost a year since I visited these forums. I want to give him nougat if possible, but are those ROMs stable? Basically I need a stable ROM with good battery life and that's it. What would you recommend?
I recommend flashing the phone with the latest stock MM so it will receive security updates.
Stock will be the most stable.
audit13 said:
I recommend flashing the phone with the latest stock MM so it will receive security updates.
Stock will be the most stable.
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Thanks. But he doesn't really need security updates. And when I was using it, I'm sure XtraStock and XtraSmooth were really stable, no reboots and no bad stuff happenning. Also, multi window support would be cool, so what is the most stable Nougat ROM?
ashirviskas said:
Thanks. But he doesn't really need security updates. And when I was using it, I'm sure XtraStock and XtraSmooth were really stable, no reboots and no bad stuff happenning. Also, multi window support would be cool, so what is the most stable Nougat ROM?
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Try PureWhite6.0.1 Rom, it is very stable as it is based on stock rom.
I am using it since long time.
It's a Nexus, they're all stable. Some have some bugs, but I cannot consider any of these ROMs unstable, like so many of them were on my Galaxy S back in 2011. Me personally, I use Nitrogen 7.1.1, and not only is it stable, I can't even find any bugs in it.
AOSP 7.1.1 by @Santhosh M is great. Also The Fakenexus 7.1.1 is going yo get update soon i think. it was my favourite rom, but i lacked updates for last month. Right @ganachoco ?
audit13 said:
I recommend flashing the phone with the latest stock MM so it will receive security updates.
Stock will be the most stable.
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Sure? I thought the N5 won't receive any security updates any more.
The n5 won't get nougat but I thought it would receive security patches for a little while longer.
Edit: Looks like the n5 was supposed to stop getting updates three years from the date of introduction or 18 months from when it stopped being sold. Maybe the security updates have stopped?
They have.
I am also searching for a ROM for my N5. I dont want to flash again and again. Lets say I want to choose between AOSP 7.1.1 by @santhoshm and the LineageOS Rom. What are the differences? For Updates: I think the LinageOS will have an integrated Update Feature. And in the Rom by SanthoshM I will have to flash manually in TWRP each Update? And besides that, one is completely the Stock Rom and CM hat some extra features but looks ans feels nearly the same as stock. ...?
Thank you guys!
Hi, i have been learning about developing custom kernels, I plan on editing the stock one so that it is still compatible with LineageOS and stock for 2.18/nougat firmware once released, while still including features and tweaks. What are some features/tweaks you guys would want? Mostly I plan on focusing on speed by removing verification, and eliminating un-neccesary htc crap.
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Hi, i have been learning about developing custom kernels, I plan on editing the stock one so that it is still compatible with LineageOS and stock for 2.18/nougat firmware once released, while still including features and tweaks. What are some features/tweaks you guys would want? Mostly I plan on focusing on speed by removing verification, and eliminating un-neccesary htc crap.
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If anything make two different versions of it helps you with any ideas. Basically make one that is absolutely stock other than removal of unneeded stuff from HTC and whatever you like... on the other version add in battery tweaks, allow overclocking/unlocked voltages and add some of the custom governors in etc etc etc..
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Hi, i have been learning about developing custom kernels, I plan on editing the stock one so that it is still compatible with LineageOS and stock for 2.18/nougat firmware once released, while still including features and tweaks. What are some features/tweaks you guys would want? Mostly I plan on focusing on speed by removing verification, and eliminating un-neccesary htc crap.
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It would be really cool to see some fingerprint gestures...
I'd love to see the charging led disabled and the MMS sending size increased.
I would wanna see android pay work with an unlocked bootloader or root
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I would wanna see android pay work with an unlocked bootloader or root
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This is already achievable with magisk hide, and any ROM of your liking with phhs superuser. I will however remove verification for the kernel.
The_scam said:
This is already achievable with magisk hide, and any ROM of your liking with phhs superuser. I will however remove verification for the kernel.
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I am on Android 7.0, so how can I root. Once I do root it, which version of magisk do I use
I also appreciate a custom kernel for the A9.
OC/UC (for playing around a little bit) and Voltages would be nice.
Some custom govenors and all the things you want to add. .
Looking forward to it...:good:
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I am on Android 7.0, so how can I root. Once I do root it, which version of magisk do I use
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I would stick with 10, once I upgrade to 11 it didn't work
Also, thanks to everyone for their input, I will begin work as soon as the source code is released for 2.18
Is there any news on when the source code is becoming available?
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Is there any news on when the source code is becoming available?
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No, not really, just be patient. Anyway, I'm gonna need the time to learn to perfect kernels for my a9 before the kernel is made.
Can we identify what (if any ROMs) have this patch implemented at this stage?
Can this be patched via kernel replacement only or does another whole rom need to be cooked up?
cantenna said:
Can we identify what (if any ROMs) have this patch implemented at this stage?
Can this be patched via kernel replacement only or does another whole rom need to be cooked up?
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Yes/No depends, You have to manually check for each rom, if those are kernel related bug then kernel update will work or you can patch by yourself, if it is OS related then check for which release have fixed it or try the attack on the OS with the bug and see if it is patched(Not easy task to do.)
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Yes/No depends, You have to manually check for each rom, if those are kernel related bug then kernel update will work or you can patch by yourself, if it is OS related then check for which release have fixed it or try the attack on the OS with the bug and see if it is patched(Not easy task to do.)
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I looked it over... Looks like in order to patch at this stage you need to flash the latest beta stock and no custom kernels are available ATM as they haven't been update and doing so would open you back up to the kernel exploits
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I looked it over... Looks like in order to patch at this stage you need to flash the latest beta stock and no custom kernels are available ATM as they haven't been update and doing so would open you back up to the kernel exploits
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Check the neutrino kernel which is on 4.14.195. I think that's the only kernel with most higher version AFAIK.
Ju
Currently rooted and xxxnolimits installed and magisk and twrp installed and working fine.
Now getting notified about updating but I'm hesitant. Doesn't seem to be many Roms for android 11 and not sure if Magisk compatible with 11
So for any 7 pro users is it best to stick with 10 until more roms come on board and more app compatible
Cheers
Here are a few things that I will consider before upgrading;
Changelog of the new vendor update.
Any specefic feature that I am in desperate need off and vendor finally relased it.
Magisk support as a rooting method. Modules, meh..
Obviously kernel patches.
You mentioned xXx NoLimit ROM, as per my knowledge it is OTA independent. If I were you, I wouldn't just upgrade, why?
Magisk support for new oos11 is limited.
It's probably early builds, lot of bugs ready to jump out in the wild.
Wait for a while, let 1 or 2 roms surface, let vendor fix ___ glitch in ___ iface. And what do you know, a quick google query brings up some nice corpses from vendor's closet..!
Yeah seems the scales tip to the remain as is
If it ain't broke no need to fix it
Still getting notifications to update
Is there a compatible version of twrp and Magisk for os11
Also any os11 roms worth keeping an eye on any posts or updates
Cheers
No don't update to Android 11.. Its too buggy and eating battery life
Twrp is not available for android 11, but magisk is.
If you're rooted, freeze the system update app so that you stop getting notifications.
And, most people are waiting to upgrade since 11 and 11.0.2 aren't quite perfect or way different yet.
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Twrp is not available for android 11, but magisk is.
If you're rooted, freeze the system update app so that you stop getting notifications.
And, most people are waiting to upgrade since 11 and 11.0.2 aren't quite perfect or way different yet.
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Cheers looking through apps on titanium to freeze system update app.. Any ideas what's it called as can't seem to see it
funkyirishman said:
Cheers looking through apps on titanium to freeze system update app.. Any ideas what's it called as can't seem to see it
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It's called System Update 2.1.3.2010...........(more numbers....) on mine.
Ben81 said:
It's called System Update 2.1.3.2010...........(more numbers....) on mine.
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Cheers see it now thanks
funkyirishman said:
Cheers looking through apps on titanium to freeze system update app.. Any ideas what's it called as can't seem to see it
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It's called System Updates