Hello,
It has been brought to our attention that many kernels and/or ROM's (where applicable) posted in this section are not fully compliant with the GNU General Public Licence v2 (GPL v2) and for CyanogenMod ROM's the Apache licence.
This is quite frankly not acceptable so we are initiating a crackdown on this.
For kernel developers: You must provide FULL source code, not just the edits you made (reference here). Your source code must also be up-to-date with any binary releases. If in doubt, update your github first, then release the binary, NOT the other way round.
For CyanogenMod ROM developers: CyanogenMod is OpenSourced under the Apache Licence 2.0 and as such you don't need to upload your source code, though under the "spirit of OpenSource" it would be morally right to do so, however, we will not force you to do this, that is your choice to make.
For ALL ROM developers: If your ROM contains a boot.img file or a zimage file then you must state firstly whether it is your kernel or another user's kernel and secondly you must provide a link to the source code if it is your kernel and a link to the other user's kernel thread if you use another user's kernel.
The full GNU GPL v2 can be read here >>> http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
The FAQ for the GPL v2 can be read here >>> http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0-faq.html
Why you cannot provide just the edits you made? Read here >>> http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0-faq.html#DistributingSourceIsInconvenient
The Apache Licence 2.0 can be read here >>> http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0.html
XDA-Developers and the GPL article here >>> http://www.xda-developers.com/android/xda-developers-and-the-gpl/
I have posted notices in many users ROM/kernel threads and those people have 3 days (from the time this post was posted) to provide full kernel source. If you need more time then please contact me via PM. If you are unable to provide source code after the decided time then your thread will be closed and download links removed.
Regards,
Jonny
Ok, the 3 days were up yesterday but due to time constraints I won't start chasing people up on this until much later tonight or tomorrow. If users who were notified by me 4 days ago do not have source code up by tomorrow and have not contacted me, they have no excuse and their threads will be closed so I would suggest uploading it if not already done so.
Ok, lately we have seen a lot of roms being posted that do not have kernel source links.
Be advised that XDA requires that you post kernel source when using non-stock kernels.
Stock Kernels
If your kernel is stock and not modified in any way, then you may post the link to the manufactures source (if available). If not, then state the kernel is stock.
If you have re-compiled the stock kernel, then you must have a link to your Git Hub with changes listed.
All others, including CM, AOKP, PA, etc
Link to your Git Hub, or which ever Git Hub or source you used. Along with changes. DO NOT just post a link to CM's site. Be specific which source you used.
All links to source must be links to a compilable kernel that works and matches what you have included in your rom. If you have "Cherry Picked" from other sources, please ensure you have their permission to do so, and, give credits when necessary.
Generally XDA will allow you 5 days maximum to post your kernel source. Please do not abuse this.
Failure to post kernel source will result in the ROM thread either "disapproved" or "Thread Closure" with all download links removed.
Most of you know the rules and GPL, so please abide by them.
Thank You for reading.
MD
Do not post "Thank you" type responses.[SIZE=+3]ALL ROMS EVER (Intro to be added)[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=+2]Helpful Information[/SIZE][SIZE=+1]Welcome, this thread has been created to encompass everything you may need for your android device. Please only post in this thread with feedback on how to improve this document. Do not post "Thank you" type responses. If you have additional questions or require more help, try to find an existing thread, or create your own thread in the Q&A forum. Do not use this as a general help thread.
Since most ROMs are MM now I will split ROMs in this thread into 2 sections, MM and EOL.
This thread probably isn't going to help anyone. If it does help you, however, please tell me the usage in a post!
Please tell me if I made any mistakes in the categorization, and add on new ROMs as they come out/those which I forgotten to add.
Lastly, Stock-Based ROMs will not be added unless it is being ported to other devices eg. Xperia ROM ported to XOSP to other devices[/SIZE]Click on a Link below for More Info
MM ROMs
Toolchains
EOL ROMs
Kernels
Useful links any general index should have
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=65849943&postcount=34
*Forum Rules | New Users Guide | XDA Tour | Report PostsPlease look for a similar INDEX thread when visiting another device forum.
If you would like to create an [INDEX] please Click Here.
A special thanks to everyone who contributed to the production of this INDEX
Please note: This is and will be, an ongoing WIP
MM ROMs
*Mainly* CM-Based:
CyanogenMod
Temasek's CM
PAC ROM (And their cute but old website copyrighted 2014)
AICP
BeanStalk ROM
BlissPop ROM
AOKP
Resurrection Remix
XOSP
crDroid
CyanPop
OctOS
Marsh
MoKee
LiquidSmooth (+Slim base)
FlexOS (This is relatively obsolete as compared to Team Flex's AOSP-based Flayr OS)
OwnRom
TeslaOS (Not to be confused with Tesla by GZR)
*Mainly* AOSP/CAF-Based:
Dirty Unicorns (And CAF)
Pure Nexus
Cyanide L MM (Apparently it isn't Cyanide M) (Un-merged with Fusion from VrToxin)
OmniROM
Tesla by GZR
Slim
YAOSP
SlimYAOSP (Repo Init THIS first)
Nameless ROM
Broken ROM
Chroma ROM
MoKee
UberMallow (Previously OptiPop)
CandySix
FlayrOS
Exodus ROM (Quite confused as to which manifest to link to)
Validus by GZR
TipsyOS
OrionOS
Screw'D AOSP
AOSiP
ZephyrOS
BenzoRom
Beltz Rom (AOSP with DUI)
Cardinal AOSP
Citrus CAF
Evervolv
CopperHead OS
Toxic OS
All Purenexus and Slim mods from the guys at http://forum.xda-developers.com/slimroms/general/rom-builders-collective-t2861778
Toolchains
Guide for using below TC
UberTC (And Github) (For Pre-Built TC refer to BitBucket)
Linaro
SaberMod (Pre-Built TC at their website)
Hyper Toolchains
DragonTC
Christopher83's custom TC builds
Archi's Toolchains (Change the branches to change TC)
EOL stuff
VrToxin (Apparently some internal strife)
Fusion (Merged with Cyanide to VrToxin, then VrToxin died)
Archidroid/Archikernel (Should be getting a revive soon since Archi got an OP2)
Perseus Kernel (IDK why it died, too long ago)
Minimal OS (IDK why it died. Wanted to build this in particular because LP Minimal is awesome but suddenly github activity stopped)
Paranoid Android (RIP will miss you guys. They got "bought over" by OnePlus to dev OxygenOS)
F-AOSP (IDK why it died.)
Yank Kernel (I think he just gave up or something)
[*]80% of Dirty Unicorn (Went over to some Russian company) (Hi Mazda/Alex Cruz)
Euphoria OS
RadonX
Nexus Experience
Custom Kernels
AK Kernel
Lightning Kernel
Agni kernel
Arter97's Kernels
Boeffla Kernel
Franco Kernel
ElementalX
Phasma Kernel
Kylo Kernel (Same as above...???)
Some random modded kernels mostly in Nexus forums I didn't bother to add
RIP people.
A filler and awareness post.
See you in heaven. I know you are in a better place now.
TonyStark
FlashVetrin
Please add on. So far I only know of those two ^^
Garbage Link Collector
Another Link Collector (But not structured so Garbagely)
A ROM Building Guide for you to build ANY ROM on this list
XDA New User Guide
How to shake off "n00b" status
How to get Moderator's attention (Don't waste their time unnecessarily though )
Requests to Mods (All users welcome)
Logcat (MEOW)
Commonly used acronyms on XDA
How to become RC/RT
Signature Code Sharing
Archi's Optimisations (And for MM)
Index Project
Ask Away Project
Anti-Piracy/ContentGuard
NEED-TO-READ 1
NEED-TO-READ 2
Special thanks to:
@Trafalgar Square
@sd_shadow
@kuzibri
@zelendel
And everyone else at the Index Thread!!
Temporary to-do:
CarbonROM
others?
limjh16 said:
Last one
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I would add descriptions and differences between rom types
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_custom_Android_firmware
http://android.wikia.com/wiki/Category:Custom_ROMs
http://lifehacker.com/5915093/five-best-android-roms
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CM
AOSP
Others
Kernels
Dead ROM/Kernels
Useful links any general index should have
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Hi,
sofar, so good. Would it be an idea to also add an item which devices are supported and which not? I would remove the item "Dead ROM/Kernels", they are of no use for your thread and may cause confusion.
kindest regards,kuzibri
Here is a big list of porting and compiling rom guides
[Guides][Updated] All Guides @ One Place By Hpsgill by Hpsgill
kuzibri said:
Hi,
sofar, so good. Would it be an idea to also add an item which devices are supported and which not? I would remove the item "Dead ROM/Kernels", they are of no use for your thread and may cause confusion.
kindest regards,kuzibri
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That item is meant for stuff like AOKP where its dead, but for those who want kitkat then they can refer.
sd_shadow said:
Here is a big list of porting and compiling rom guides
[Guides][Updated] All Guides @ One Place By Hpsgill by Hpsgill
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Will have a look and add to useful links section.
This thread is gonna take really long to get updated I am very busy with school haha...
limjh16 said:
This thread is gonna take really long to get updated I am very busy with school haha...
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Why did you choose to start such a thread, which is very time consuming, when you are so busy with school? If I were you, I would restrict your available time to make an index thread of your own devices (i9305 or SGS3-LTE). I can understand your wish of creating the thread that's in your mind, but you do need/have the time to create and maintain it, which is IMHO almost impossible when you are also at school. If you still want to create this ALL ROM EVER thread, ask help from other members to help you, cause you cannot do it on your own. Nevertheless, if you still want to continue with this ALL ROM Ever thread, I'm willing to help you where ever I can. :good:
kindest regards, kuzibri
kuzibri said:
Why did you choose to start such a thread, which is very time consuming, when you are so busy with school? If I were you, I would restrict your available time to make an index thread of your own devices (i9305 or SGS3-LTE). I can understand your wish of creating the thread that's in your mind, but you do need/have the time to create and maintain it, which is IMHO almost impossible when you are also at school. If you still want to create this ALL ROM EVER thread, ask help from other members to help you, cause you cannot do it on your own. Nevertheless, if you still want to continue with this ALL ROM Ever thread, I'm willing to help you where ever I can. :good:
kindest regards, kuzibri
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I didn't expect my first term of school to be so hectic, I created this before my term started. It's alright, I'll just leave this here. Not like anyone except you and sd_shadow comes here... but I'll try to update once a week.
To be honest most won't bother as not all roms are available for all devices.
Also don't put any fair in what someone else thinks of a rom. Their opinion almost never really matters.
zelendel said:
To be honest most won't bother as not all roms are available for all devices.
Also don't put any fair in what someone else thinks of a rom. Their opinion almost never really matters.
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Hmm true... But I created mostly for me cuz I was just going around xda finding a ROM to build so I thought this thread would help.
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Hmm true... But I created mostly for me cuz I was just going around xda finding a ROM to build so I thought this thread would help.
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No sure where it would help but ok. Going around building roms from other groups will not last long. More and more teams are closing their source and not letting others use it.
So if your worried about building then I would start my own project and start from scratch with it. Aosp not CM
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No sure where it would help but ok. Going around building roms from other groups will not last long. More and more teams are closing their source and not letting others use it.
So if your worried about building then I would start my own project and start from scratch with it. Aosp not CM
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Well I just started learning how to build so idk how to start off my own ROM project... But I am interested...... Teach me please...?
limjh16 said:
I didn't expect my first term of school to be so hectic, I created this before my term started. It's alright, I'll just leave this here. Not like anyone except you and sd_shadow comes here... but I'll try to update once a week.
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Hi,
it's no problem that it will take longer that you thought initially. I agree with @zelendel regarding this: "So if your worried about building then I would start my own project and start from scratch with it. Aosp not CM" Cyogen Mod is a world on it's own and accepted as a fully functional OS. Regarding the fact that only sd_shadow and I, besides zelendel now, only visit your thread, is logical because it's a WIP.
kindest regards, kuzibri
So to preface, every Development thread on XDA has the following sticky:
1. If you are using a stock kernel you MUST mention where you obtained your source. Also, having a link leading to where the manufacturer has uploaded their source is always helpful.
2. If you are using a community driven source build (e.g. CyanogenMod, AOSP, or Parandroid) or a singular developer's source you MUST link directly to the repository that contains the kernel for that specific device. If you are only linking to another thread or to a general repository, this will not be considered as being GPL compliant unless the code has not been modified.
3. If you are forking a repository that is similar to the examples listed above in #2, you MUST publish and link your entire kernel source. This includes any and all changes that you have made. Two of the most common ways developers publish their source on XDA is either with Gerrit, or GitHub. While these two methods are recommended, they are not the only routes you can choose to accomplish this. All that is required is that the source can be viewed and downloaded by anyone who wishes to do so. When releasing an update, your repository must be updated the moment you release your kernel on XDA. If you can post your update to XDA, there should be no reason as to why you cannot release your source.
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Yet, what are we to do with the tons of ROM development threads that has no reference to sources or general threads that are not possible to build? For me that's mainly a security concern, when a dev releases a ROM for general use, it's hard to check for the authenticity of the product.