yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Captivate Android Development] Joecascio2000:
I would say bad flash, or something you changed. I haven't had any random shutdowns. I have had soft reboots where it just goes to the boot animation and loads the home screen. (Not often though)

I would re-download the latest FULL version, then download the latest kernel. Then re-flash both but with a reboot in between.
[Captivate Android Development] xThe Enforcer:
Amazing ROM!
[Captivate Android Development] monoespacial:
Even though everything else works well I'm getting random shutdowns where the screen goes black and I can't turn the phone on or off. Only pulling the battery and rebooting solves it. Any ideas?
[Captivate Android Development] :
You know, my phone used to just turn off about once a week and I chalked it up to the random shutdown hardware bug that was known with these units and AT&T would replace... but my GPS has always worked flawless so I put up with the random shutdowns for working GPS. I have been with Serendipity ever since it came out and that is about the time my phone started shutting down. Sad to say, I left Serendipity VII about a month ago for Cog 5 and I have not had my phone shut down once.

I think my phone just didnt like the i9000 rom/kernel/modem or any combination. As soon as I went back to Captivate rom (besides gaining back the audience chip which is freaking awesome) no more random shutdowns, which is great for me since I use my phone for work.

As much as I appreciate Mikey's hard work and awesome roms with the most ascetically pleasing touches , I just had to switch back.
[Captivate Android Development] Forscythe87:
Been using this rom since a day or two after release and its nearly flawless and the most stable custom rom ive run to date. Would donate if I werent so broke!
[Captivate Android Development] tweakedlogic:
Stupid question I know, but...

So I didn't know 7 existed until just now. I just finished flashing my phone with 6.4. VII was never mentioned (that I saw) on the web site.

Aside from the 2.3.3 kernel and auto rotate dialer, are there many advantages to 7? Is it faster or more stable?
[Captivate Android Development] iRide113:
Short answer, yes, there are many more advantages.

Long answer, go and flash for yourself. ;)
[Captivate Android Development] reinbeau:
Thank you, but all that shows me is what's installed on the phone. I'll try reinstalling. So frustrating, the ROM is amazing, but I need all my stuff back! :confused:
[Captivate Android Development] jivy26:
I have went through every gb rom trying to find that smoothness that was accomplished in froyo roms and this is this first one and by far the best rom. Thanks so much for your guys hard work!
[Captivate Android Development] mattern1974:
Been waiting for this for a long time. Thank you for a great working, clear method of making this happen!!
[Captivate Android Development] Joecascio2000:
If that doesn't work out you could always just reflash and see if that helps. I mean its not like you'll lose anything since you havent restored yet.
[Captivate Android Development] jswclw:
After the first 12 hours with this ROM...it's been great! A few of those hours were spent sleeping, of course, but that even went well - I woke up with a full battery. Everything I have tried (to include GPS) works well.

The only FC I've experienced has been exiting "Music". This has happened multiple times. It has been after exiting via the "Back" button. It FCs in the background as I've gone on to do other things.

As I said, GPS locked in within seconds of starting the phone. Will try navigating today.

Too early for any conclusion on the battery, but that's looking good too.

I was glad to see that we moved on to a newer modem. Managed 2974/1543 kbps around 8PM last evening. That's near the best I've seen from home. Perhaps this newer modem is also partly responsible for the quick GPS lock - not sure? But, I like it. Reception is a little more challenging at the office. Looking forward to see how it goes there. BTW...confirmed that it is using 850.

Anyway...great work guys.
[Captivate Android Development] :
FB API has been having problems since yesterday morning. I'm gonna guess that's the problem.
[Captivate Android Development] :
Unzip the Serendipity VII ROM, copy the Camera.apk from /system/app/ in the zip to your SD card, use Root Explorer (or similar) to move it to /system/app on your phone.

That's how I got the original camera back.
[Captivate Android Development] mikegehl:
When trying to select the proper backup folder do NOT scan for it (detect button), but browse the tree by pressing the hard back button to go up a level.
[Captivate Android Development] jetpuck73:
I have no signal on my phone, trying to reinstall.
[Captivate Android Development] Graysonh:
Hey there.

I'm having the same signal problems as well. I can't seem to find JK4 to download anywhere however.

Any help please?

Thanks!
[Captivate Android Development] Uncle Irish:
Flash the ROM without the USB cable plugged in.
[Captivate Android Development] phatninja13:
make sure you flash with a full battery but WITHOUT the usb plugged in. that causes a lot of people to lose signal, I had the problem a while back until i figured out what was going on
[Captivate Android Development] Graysonh:
Okay reflashing Serendipity VII now.

Let you know how it goes.
[Captivate Android Development] Graysonh:
No dice :(

Any other suggestions?
[Captivate Android Development] jivy26:
Have you tried master clear then reflash? If not give that a try but make sure to back up everything to your computer.

also jk4 is here

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=876391
[Captivate Android Development] olo567:
Sweet! I'll be flashing this tonight or this weekend. Can't wait.
[Captivate Android Development] jetpuck73:
Just did it again and still no signal. :confused:
[Captivate Android Development] Uncle Irish:
2am

flashed while trashed

4am

sleep after enjoying awesomeness

6am

wake for work

battery full when unplugged - %99 - additional awesomeness experienced

7am

GPS test - more awesomeness

8am

prepping for 160 mile trek to client site

battery charged again to full and remained at %99 after unplug - yet more awesomeness

Best part so far? Asking my 18 year old daughter to get out of bed at 2am to make sure I had the PIT, PDA, phone, etc.. in the correct spots in ODIN because beer eyes were failing miserably.

*edit*

I assume some theme fixes are coming to remove video call, etc. Looking good so far though.

Also, this shows base of JVH not JVO as shown in the Serendipity site. hmmmm.......
[Captivate Android Development] Uncle Irish:
Check your APN settings

If that doesn't work, try a different modem or reflash?

Included JV6 modem is not so hot in my area (southeast US)
[Captivate Android Development] startngate:
Thanks ... this method saved my bacon too ... :D
[Captivate Android Development] pittsm:
Main thing its 6.4 is froyo and vii is gingerbread, and they are equally stable in my opinion

O, and it wasn't mentioned on the website because they have separate websites

Sent from my extremely awesome Captivate.
[Captivate Android Development] justin860:
Could something be wrong with my charger or my battery? I did a full drain and charge cycle and erased the battery bin after it was 100% full and when I unplug it within 30 mins or so its down to 85-93%. I made sure i charged it fully and turned it off charged it fully again then turned it back on and finished the charge for the charging cycle.
[Captivate Android Development] minduka:
google talk

Is there a way to get the most recent google talk? Or at least the version with voice support? Thanks
[Captivate Android Development] bryman27:
There's a version of Google Talk on the addons page, I have no clue what features it has or what version it is.
[Captivate Android Development] AnarchoXen:
I had become very frustrated with Froyo and decided to jump ship. Actually I had f'ed a few things up and some of the functionality on the phone had become weird so If igured it was time to go to GB. After researching the hell out of the entire process and reading about each ROM available, I I followed the directions on the SVII site exactly and the install went perfectly. Over the last few weeks after making a few mistakes with installing different ad-on's and a few re-flashes, this phone is running so smoothly.

The ROM is smooth and fast. No bugs to speak of other than a few weird things after calls with the screen and a speed dial weirdness. But none of that is constant and is random so it could just be me. After doing the battery dance and wiping the stats, the battery life is great. At night while I am sleeping I have found if I have wireless on vs. the 3g, with the phone just sitting not plugged in, the battery drain overnight is negligible. I've moved to an 850 band modem as well and find the coverage better. Super happy all around.

Anyway...thanks a lot for all the effort. For me Serendipity VII is clearly the choice of ROM'S. Thanks guys.
[Captivate Android Development] minduka:
I installed the adding but it doesn't have voice support.
[Captivate Android Development] johnnyq12:
serendipity 7 stuck rebooting help please!!!!

I tried using AIO tooldbox to load the serendipity 7 rom. the first time some processes did not load. I used odin to go back to stock. This time when I rebooted after loading the rom it just keeps rebooting, starting the system, then rebooting again. rebooting rebooting rebooting. I can't do anything at all. How do I get back to stock and start over?

Please help, I need my phone soon to go to the airport.
[Captivate Android Development] reinbeau:
Why didn't you just follow the directions on the rom page? They're so simple, people who follow them have no issues, people who don't certainly seem to...... I have no idea if the AIO can be used to load the Gingerbread bootloaders first, as has to be done, before you flash the rom file. What state is your phone in now? Can you get into download mode, or recovery?
[Captivate Android Development] 4-2ndtwin:
^ & ^^ The AIO Tool is only good for Froyo.

The GB Bootloaders (i897 & i9000) have to be installed through Odin.
[Captivate Android Development] Joecascio2000:
WOW!! There is only one flippin' download link and the install directions are right below it. I just don't understand......
[Captivate Android Development] pmd5700:
I just got Serendipity VII. I came from Apex. Everything seems great so far. I only have one problem:

When I go to Settings>Accounts and Sync>Add Account and chose either Facebook or Twitter and enter my info. It says "Login failed. Try later." The Facebook app works fine.

I've tried rebooting the phone, uninstalling and reinstalling the Facebook App, Clearing data on all programs/applications involved with Facebook and accounts.

Any ideas?
[Captivate Android Development] Joecascio2000:
I always have problems with the fb account sync. Just try later. In a day or two it *should work. If not, try the contact sync within the app.
[Captivate Android Development] MikeyMike01:
FriendCaster Pro added Contact Syncing recently.

Works perfectly, and when you join the contacts it shows up in MMS or dialer or wherever.

No more stupid SNS account.
[Captivate Android Development] ninjuh:
Has development stopped for this ROM?
[Captivate Android Development] MikeyMike01:
For this ROM? Probably.
[Captivate Android Development] bdpyo:
Mike, can you port this for my Inspire? :p

Sent from my Inspire 3G
[Captivate Android Development] pmd5700:
The main reason I want the Integrated Contacts sync is for the Calendar.

It's not really a big deal; I was just wondering if anyone had a fix for this.
[Captivate Android Development] SkitchBeatz:
It's understandable, but too bad. So many tweaks made Serendipity great but there are little things that are left unfinished.
[Captivate Android Development] kegobeer:
Without an official source, there's nothing else left to do. The things that are problematic are because of issues with the leaked ROMs.
[Captivate Android Development] reinbeau:
Yes, like that mod to keep the widgets from disappearing from Widgetlocker, and that there is an expired Swype - I wish those loose ends could be fixed up and one last flash be offered to us die-hards....I know Swype can be fixed elsewhere, but to leave it like that just doesn't seem like your style, Mike.
[Captivate Android Development] halfsoul:
They could fix the inability to restore nandroid backups. Workaround is posted so it's not a big deal though.
[Captivate Android Development] joey_xda:
Restore doesn't work ?
[Captivate Android Development] iRide113:
Does that mean this will be your final Captivate ROM?
[Captivate Android Development] iRide113:
Mikey with another ace up his sleeve... :rolleyes:
[Captivate Android Development] JayFReaZy:
At first I was sad seeing that developing for this ROM had probably come to an end. With that new screen shot though :D .
[Captivate Android Development] OBatRFan:
Oh God. This is just like waiting for SVII while on GR all over again.
[Captivate Android Development] SkitchBeatz:
Interesting. Why not just release another build of Serendipity?
[Captivate Android Development] MikeyMike01:
There's a reason. It's hitting some roadblocks at the moment.

Sent from my Infuse 4G
[Captivate Android Development] Aus_Azn:
For me, restoring data only through CWM never worked until I used S7. So, I'm currently sitting on Apex until Mikey works his 2.3.4 magic; occasionally trying other ROM flavors.

Kudos to you, Mikey, showing this much dedication at this stage of the Captivate's life.

As a question, how would I get the H, 3G, E and G indicators from Apex? It's pretty much the only reason why I'm using it now... Well, that, and the signal dBm report. I don't want any other part of the Apex theme, just that...
[Captivate Android Development] MikeyMike01:
They're just images. Should be in SystemUI.apk.

Sent from my Infuse 4G
[Captivate Android Development] NCARCER8EM:
Whoa! Android porn! Can't wait.
[Captivate Android Development] sadastronaut:
It was quite scary to install this ROM then have the SIM card not working.

It was even more relieving to realize my SIM card was inserted by the wrong end.
[Captivate Android Development] MikeyMike01:
Don't expect anything for several weeks though.

Sent from my Infuse 4G
[Captivate Android Development] cas0404:
Hi MikeyMike

I just install Serendipity VII Build 2/Kernel 4.1 and its really good but i'm having some problems changing the network between 2G-3G, every time that i change it, i lost my data connection and i have to put my phone into airplane mode or restart my phone to the changes take effect, if i don't do that my phone doesn't connect to data.

What should i do?
[Captivate Android Development] supercharged5:
Looks like my Infuse will be put to sleep in several weeks when i go back to the cappy :D:D:D
[Captivate Android Development] MikeyMike01:
I wouldn't be so sure about that.

Sent from my Infuse 4G
[Captivate Android Development] xThe Enforcer:
Oh snap! Can't wait!
[Captivate Android Development] walkah21:
I'm excited to try this ROM because the one I'm running is pretty old. I went to MikeyMike's serendipity website and I was reading the instructions on the download page and was a little confused because you say to connect the usb cable in step 4 then again in step 10 you say to connect the phone. When do I disconnect. I'm not able to download the package on the computer I'm on right now so maybe it's not making sense because I can't see it all, but if you could include some screenshots or a video just showing the process, skipping all the install time, that would be awesome.

Again... I'm really exicted to try this ROM. Does it have the stock Samsung Captivate clock/alarm clock on there? I use this all the time and love the clock. Thanks for all you do!
[Captivate Android Development] reinbeau:
You can disconnect it after step 13 (putting the file on the SD card), depending on how you're getting into recovery, if you're using the buttons, then disconnect, if you're using ADB, obviously, you'll have to stay connected until you flash the rom. Sorry, I don't know about the clock.
[Captivate Android Development] walkah21:
So when downloading from his website, I need to download the kernel as well? I just don't remember doing any of this when I flashed my current ROM. I'm running KILLER23D rom and I love it - even if it is outdated. I'm just wary downloading a new ROM because I've gotten so comfortable with mine. Is there a ROM out there that lets me customize the dock to put whatever icons I want there?
[Captivate Android Development] iRide113:
Yup. I pulled them and am using them as we speak.
[Captivate Android Development] monoespacial:
I'm getting mayor battery drain from "Android OS". I've read that 2.3.3 is the cause of this and that this is fixed in 2.3.4. Will we ever see S7 with 2.3.4?
[Captivate Android Development] iRide113:
Just do a quick restart of your phone... I have not felt any drain on it with Talon.

And hopefully 2.3.4 solves it, but until it is released (officially) we will never know. :cool:
[Captivate Android Development] H3llstorm:
... unless you flash one of the 2.3.4 ROMs on the forum.
[Captivate Android Development] supercharged5:
:eek: Well I guess the race is on for the Infuse and Cappy.
[Captivate Android Development] JayFReaZy:
Can't wait for this new ROM, Mikey always has the most stable ROMs out. Everything just works without any hiccups or interruptions. I'm eager to see what new ace you have up your sleeve :D
[Captivate Android Development] pittsm:
You don't need a rom to do that. Launcherpro and adw both offer that feature.

Sent from my extremely awesome Captivate.
[Captivate Android Development] Joecascio2000:
Go launcher *cough*
[Captivate Android Development] iRide113:
Mikey, I was wondering if you could help me out trying to center the clock in the statusbar...

I came across this and for what it says "CM7/gingerbread" it should work here...

Only problem is when I go into systemui.apk, and browse to the clock in C:\Android Debug Bridge (ADB)\projects\SystemUI.apk\smali\com\android\systemui\statusbar.. I don't really see what I need edit/replace...

A little help? :)

EDIT

: Ignorance... I think I figured it out. I was editing the wrong thing.. Should have been looking for the xml. I should probably go to sleep since it's 3:30am... :cool:

EDIT 2

: After editing the status_bar.xml in SystemUI.apk and replacing it... still no go. This is what happens... :cool:

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Any ideas?
[Captivate Android Development] bryman27:
The name's not Mikey, but I think this is what you want. My SystemUI.apk and decompiled status_bar.xml are attached. I modified the lines you posted a little bit to make it look the same color as stock instead of pure white, but of course you can change that if you want.
[Captivate Android Development] iRide113:
Thanks. I got it to work for the most part... Got a lot of help from here, but thanks a lot anyways!!!
[Captivate Android Development] MikeyMike01:
I wouldn't say that either. ;)

Sent from my Infuse 4G
[Captivate Android Development] iRide113:
Infuse or Captivate... < SGS II
[Captivate Android Development] MikeyMike01:
Without question or hesitation. The Infuse is average. Very average. Also way too big. The screen size is one of it's cons. Very pixilated.

Sent from my Infuse 4G
[Captivate Android Development] iRide113:
Yeah, I don't get why people make a big deal about you having an Infuse. One way or another we are all ultimately waiting for the SGS II.
[Captivate Android Development] Aus_Azn:
I'm not... I'm waiting instead to switch carriers and get a HTC.
[Captivate Android Development] LimFin:
Boot loop when installing bootloaders

I have Serendipity 7 on my cappy and was trying to install it on a friends. Following the directions, I tried to install the bootloader using Odin. Upon reboot it is stuck in a loop where the galaxy s animation just keeps playing. I reflashed everything again and it still is happening. Can I go ahead and install Serendipity 7? To get into download mode I have to use down+usb, so does that mean I should be okay?

P.S. I am using the same files I used to install S7 on mine.
[Captivate Android Development] MikeyMike01:
:confused:
[Captivate Android Development] OBatRFan:
Hahaha that is great.
[Captivate Android Development] Viper714:
Sorry for the noob question, but does Serendipity use Touch wiz? If not, will it ever use it?

Thanks...
[Captivate Android Development] Joecascio2000:
The closest you can get is putting twlauncher.apk on it.

Read here: http://www.xda-developers.com/android/modified-touchwiz-4-launcher-for-all-android-devices/
[Captivate Android Development] cas0404:
Bug

Hi, i just flash this rom but i cant install any app, i'm trying install a app that is 28 Mb but my Captivate allways say "Sorry, there's not enough space to install this item" and i have all the space available.......
[Captivate Android Development] manny05:
Go to settings applications manage applications and see if the contact storage is huge... If it is erase it.. But make sure you have all your contacts sync to google...

I had the same problem and this fixed it.. Something is taking up the space.

Captivate running dlev's latest rom

Talon kernel/snail

Overclocked and undervolt
[Captivate Android Development] cas0404:
Thx i will try, but i don't get it, i have 1,67 Gb Free but the Market does not recognise it, i read that it might be to the voodo lag fix, some people fix it disabling it....
[Captivate Android Development] :
Make sure you dont have apps to auto install to SD card. That may be your problem.
[Captivate Android Development] magistrateee:
Settings > Applications > Manage App

Look for the market app, clear cache, and reboot. It should work after that, I had the same problem before.
[Captivate Android Development] manny05:
I had the same problem lol except I have 20gb of free space so i was like i have enough lol

Captivate running dlev's latest rom

Talon kernel/snail

Overclocked and undervolt
[Captivate Android Development] iluretar:
Awesome rom i've been using it for a month now and no issues, i have one question though i was flashing a friend's phone and when i got to the point of flashing the rom with cwm i realized that the volume buttons are not working so i can't scroll on cwm, im used to going to download and recovery using adb, so basically i can't flash it so is there a way to flash it with odin or other way to scroll on cwm?
[Captivate Android Development] csingh:
Having this same problem =\ Can someone help please? I tried clearing Market data/cache and rebooting, and that didn't help :(
[Captivate Android Development] manny05:
I just posted the solution Along with someone else... You'll find it after his post..

Captivate running dlev's latest rom

Talon kernel/snail

Overclocked and undervolt
[Captivate Android Development] csingh:
Forgot to mention I had a look at your fix too, but my Contacts/Contacts storage is only like 1mb/2mb respectively, so I don't think thats the problem. My contacts are always stored on Google anyway
[Captivate Android Development] manny05:
Yea my contacts are on google as well but for some reason it was piling up on my contact storage... Not sure if it was from backup and restoring the same file from rom to rom...

Captivate running dlev's latest rom

Talon kernel/snail

Overclocked and undervolt