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[Xoom Android Development] spiff72:
Proper usage of the first boot intallation folder?

Hello all,

I see that the OP was updated to add some info about modifying the ZIP file for the ROM to add apps that you want installed when you first flash/install the ROM.

I am trying to add Titanium Backup and Thumb Keyboard, but I am stumped. I extracted the APK files from my Xoom (in the data/app folder), and managed to get them copied to my computer (this part is a bit flaky for me - see the "P.S." at the end of this post). I then tried to simply browse INTO the zip file (using the built in support for zip files within Windows 7), but it wouldn't let me copy the files (I got an error about the zip file being corrupted - or that it was inaccessible). Do I need to use some sort of unarchiving program to do this, and then re-zip the files? Or can I just "extract all" using Win7, go into the resulting folder structure, add the APK files, and then zip it all back up using "send to compressed folder" (creating a new filename)? I don't want to build a bad zip file, so I wanted to ask this here before I messed something up...

Thanks!

P.S.: I used root explorer to copy them to my MicroSD, but I couldn't get them to show up in Windows - even after disconnecting and reconnecting). I then tried it with ES File Explorer, and it worked, but I had to disconnect the xoom from the computer then reconnect.

Also, what sort of connection scheme is being used when you connect a Xoom to a Win7 computer? It doesn't seem to appear as a USB mass storage device - since it doesn't give a "Safely Remove" option in the system tray. It actually shows up as a device. I don't think I installed any of the Moto USB drivers on this computer (my work PC) - I only installed them on my home computer (Mac running Win7 under bootcamp).
[Xoom Android Development] teo91:
I can't mount my external dd (ntfs)? Is it normal ?
[Xoom Android Development] Kippui:
Can someone confirm if this can be flashed over rooted wif 3.1 ota? No one seemed to answer my post from earlier...
[Xoom Android Development] djsaad1:
Your best bet is to do a factory reset first then flash the rom.
[Xoom Android Development] prerunnerseth:
Having Wifi error issue as well. Did full wipe in CWM, everything else working well. any idead for wifi error issue?
[Xoom Android Development] Nusince:
No, perform a factory reset in recovery before flashing 1.1. There are no guarantees you will not end up with bootloops if you don't wipe first.
[Xoom Android Development] teo91:
With usb (FAT32) it's ok but when I put for unmount I have :

Cannot Unmount External storage ---- Failed to unmount external storage !

2 problems for me :

Does not recognize my NTFS HDD

and

Can not disconnect my usb key

:eek:

Before my flash everything it was ok. A idea ???
[Xoom Android Development] timberfx:
Am I late?

Sorry to barge in cluelessly in the middle of the party, but, is this rom for a US / Euro xoom device (3g/wifi), or will it work for others--like MZ604 6.2.24 [Other markes]?
[Xoom Android Development] airbillion:
Where are the USB mount controls in the notification area? I installed the rom and everything is working fine, but I don't have any extra controls for my SD card in the notification area. Is there something I need to enable to see the controls?

Thanks for the great rom btw!
[Xoom Android Development] prerunnerseth:
May have found the problem with this. Please Stand by for update.

Found the Issue.... working on fix.
[Xoom Android Development] prerunnerseth:
I had to reboot after the initial boot to get this to show up.
[Xoom Android Development] prerunnerseth:
*******************WIFI ERROR FIX************************

1. Rewipe Data/Cache.

2. Reinstall Rom.

3. When Running Titanium Batch Restore Apps + System Data, Make sure to uncheck "Wi-Fi Access Points".

4. Done. Enjoy.
[Xoom Android Development] hchxoom:
I rooted to 2.0 this weekend and 2.01 yesterday - mine is still visible and working, no disappearing act, yet. 3g xoom
[Xoom Android Development] StrifeSoldierVII:
Mine is good so far as well, which is good. I am currently on the latest Xoom Zone Rom. About an hour ago I had done a data wipe, cache wipe, and dalvik cache wipe.

We'll see how it goes. I will reboot a few times here and there to see if it will disappear. I hope all goes well this time. :)
[Xoom Android Development] zonk7ate9:
I updated from Tiamat 1.1 with no wipe yesterday, and so far mine is still working. Will keep an eye on it...
[Xoom Android Development] rmarquez1974:
Ok maybe I didn't flash this correctly. I purchased the 3g xoom 4 days ago and it was on stock 3.1. I followed the unlock procedure, the root procedure and was able to get the tiamat recovery image loaded but it still couldn't see the sdcard.

So I dl'ed the 2.0/2.0.1 and put them on the internal card. CWM saw them in the new 4.0 recovery and it said it flashed fine. But in about tablet, I still see 3.1.

How do I get this to flash correctly and see the external sdcard?

Edit: Reflashed the recovery and reflashed the rom...everything looks good now. :-)
[Xoom Android Development] StrifeSoldierVII:
Ok, cool! Please do keep an eye on it to make sure it does not vanish from the system completely. That'll help me out. I'll report back tomorrow if anything happens.

Thanks for helping! I needed another 3g user to help me test it.
[Xoom Android Development] rmarquez1974:
I am now running 3.2 and have a 3g xoom. I see what you are talking about and would be willing to help you with testing. :)
[Xoom Android Development] playya:
It I am not mistaken I believe the 3.2.0.0 recovery is what is suggested to be used when flashing roms for Xoom and not the 4.0. I would do a lil research on that if I were you
[Xoom Android Development] burnmatoaka:
Koush recommend once to tick "Erase Recovery" in ROMmanager settings to solve some problems with flashing recoveries. It just erases your recovery before installing the new one. Not sure why this isn't enabled by default. It really does make a difference with some versions of CWM.

That brings up another unanswered question for me. What recovery should I be using? Is the modded 3.2 still where its at? Currently using 4.0.x, only problem is SD is inaccessible. Sorry for noob question. [Readies flame retardant]

EDIT: oh, thanks playya. Do you roll with the one from RM or the RC4 here in the threads. Sorry, I don't believe this was covered in the OP.
[Xoom Android Development] kilroy1stcav:
Anybody see this, is this for real? https://email.vzwshop.com/servlet/c...JhuVaVRVGf6beVjhILjltLLuhmtljpLxEuHptQJhuVXLX
[Xoom Android Development] rschenck:
As it is being reported all over the interwebs, I would say that is legit.

Of course what actually HAPPENS in September, IF it actually happens in September, has yet to be seen.
[Xoom Android Development] ltracte:
yes. and on more than one computer. on my win 7 x64 pc at home, and my xp laptop at work. neither one shows any files. but they are there. i can still see all the files when i use a file explorer program like astro.
[Xoom Android Development] rmarquez1974:
Use the recovery from the thread labled "idiots guide to flashing the xoom (for fun and profit). That one has external sdcard support...
[Xoom Android Development] burnmatoaka:
The problem with naming a TUT "Idiots guide to..." is that most idiots don't know they're idiots. Case in point.

jk. I'm very smrt.

Anyhoo. Haven't gotten over there yet, but t'will on the 'morrow. Running the 3.2.x RC4 Tiamat at the moment. (didn't know you could flash a recovery via recovery, who'da thunk?) Love the for real sd support, LOVE the ROMmanager support. Wondering what fixes were incorporated in the 4.0.x series Koush is pushin'? Anyone know if the changes are significant stability-wise? Know this is OT, but the Recovery thread seems to be rather low activity ATM. Much appreciated.

--gotta get a signature if gonna be posting so much from desktop/xoom
[Xoom Android Development] burgi400:
encryption of tablet

hello guys, first of all great work!

i'm running this version for a view days and only have one restart (today) and opera mobile has some problems...

but i have one question: how can i use the encryption feature? every time i tried to encrypt the tablet, it restarts 2 or 3 times and after that nothing is encrypted. anyone an idea?

greetings ralf
[Xoom Android Development] burgi400:
browser issue

one more problem til today:

if i choose an url in the mail app (k9 or google mail) the dialog to choose the browser does not appear, the display only gets gray. i tried to wipe cache, but still the same.

what could it bee?
[Xoom Android Development] joeydollar:
Try turning the screen when it turns grey. This is a known problem with the stock ROM. You most likely wont have to do it again till you reboot.
[Xoom Android Development] Psyclic_1:
I have noticed a few people with bookmark sync issues, I too am having the same issue. Has anyone found a solution yet?
[Xoom Android Development] nsxz0o7:
This update came out just in time! My xoom was starting to get a bit sluggish and the launcher would periodically start crashing on the 1.1 rom. This one seems a bit snappier!

Also just noticed that my 720p mp4 movie is now playing properly on this rom vs. It playing fast forwarded on the 1.1... maybe its from the 3.2 update? Cheers :-)
[Xoom Android Development] joeydollar:
I was wondering if the the 3g only services are always running on my wifi xoom. (tethering and wifi hotspots). Just trying to figure where my battery life is going so quickly since i switched from Stock to Tiamat.
[Xoom Android Development] docangle:
Same here, just restored them via TB.
[Xoom Android Development] ccossin:
+1 I noticed mobile data running on mine and I can't kill it.
[Xoom Android Development] le_pere_noel:
What is TB please (sorry for dumb question). (edit : titanium backup I suppose :o i should use it ^^)

P.S : I also have bookmarks sync problem but I notice that some bookmarks sync correctly later but not all of them. Very strange issue
[Xoom Android Development] playya:
RC4 from the thread
[Xoom Android Development] playya:
Then my friend you may have the same issue I had and it could be driver related. Also go to the market and download the Mass storage app . He also has a thread in development in re: to it. Hopefully it will help you to see your drives. I must admit I also changed to Launchpad kernel which you can also give a shot...

Tiamat 2.01 / Launchpad 1.30 kernel and I can use native sd support for 3.2 and it loads up as a disk drive with UMS Storage app
[Xoom Android Development] rockhumper:
ok after hours of reading...i do not have this crt animation that was mentioned and also is there a new boot animation I should be seeing? Crt doesnt work no matter what position I put the device in and I still have honeycombs on boot. Thanks guys.
[Xoom Android Development] Bazar617:
201 does not have a CRT animation nor boot animation. Only 1.0 and 1.1

Xoomin with Tapatalk
[Xoom Android Development] Akik:
Hi guys!

I'm actually on HC3.2 official (Xoom WIFI only), obtained with OTA.

Can someone put the correct steps to go to this official Tiamat Team ROM 2.0.1 please.

Thanks a lot :)
[Xoom Android Development] WorldOfJohnboy:
The steps are correct to load the ROM, once you have Root Access for your Xoom. I would suggest you search the threads for instructions on how to Root your Xoom from Stock.
[Xoom Android Development] StrifeSoldierVII:
Whoops... Google Maps has another update for us in the market...

I know soon there will be a way to permanently fix this issue so that we will be able to update Maps as we please. Can't wait!
[Xoom Android Development] REHolt218:
dont know if anyone else has noticed this but, with the latest release Manta Ray ROM I seem to needing significant improvements to battery life. I'm not sure if it the non-overclocked GPU, improved scaling or what but I am liking it.

I am running at 1.6 with the SetCPU governor set for "on demand" and it is doing a great job.
[Xoom Android Development] cwizardtx:
You dont need to root it from stock to flash tiamat, you simply need to unlock it, flash CWM and then flash tiamat. The end result is rooted 3.2 honeycomb.
[Xoom Android Development] joeyddr:
maps 5.8 just came out and wont upgrade for me.
[Xoom Android Development] Sandso9:
cant get bookmarks to sync in the browser is anyone else having this issue?
[Xoom Android Development] lordao:
New maps wont upgrade as expected but also the new version of market cannot be upgraded either.

Lordao
[Xoom Android Development] joeyddr:
i didn't get an update for market what version is it?
[Xoom Android Development] lordao:
here is the new market.

Lordao
[Xoom Android Development] joeyddr:
thanks do you have maps also?
[Xoom Android Development] spiff72:
I don't know if there is a difference, but my Google Maps updated fine today. However I am running the Xoom Zone derivative of this Tiamat ROM.

Not sure if the developer of this ROM did something different that allowed for updating.
[Xoom Android Development] joeyddr:
can you post the apk?

EDIT: NM someone sent me the apk and i get "an existing package by the same name with a conflicting signature is already installed"
[Xoom Android Development] spiff72:
I will try tonite when I get home (if no one beats me to it).

Do I just grab it from the data folder (or whereever it is) and upload? Or can I do a Titanium backup and then grab the backup?
[Xoom Android Development] joeyddr:
that is for phones.
[Xoom Android Development] cwizardtx:
This is not designed for honeycomb, its the new market update released for phones.
[Xoom Android Development] melcul:
i'm running Tiamat 2.01 installed without wipe over v1 and google maps updated without problems.
[Xoom Android Development] shaun0207:
Solved! How to add items to internal storage

I'm a idiot. Turns out in order to add items, you have to turn off USB debugging.:rolleyes:
[Xoom Android Development] joeyddr:
I went from stock 3.2 rooted to 2.01 with wipe and it won't update. Also people that updates fine check to see if you are logged into maps with your Google account.
[Xoom Android Development] MrGinger:
I installed 2.0.1 over 2.0.0. The clock has changed so I figure it's worked, but the about screen in settings still shows 2.0.0

2.6.36.4Tiamat_xoom-v2.0.0-katana-Sri Khoi-gfed7aa6chris@upsilon#1

...to be exact. Waaaa?
[Xoom Android Development] MrGinger:
Bl**dy iBone predictive word selection. Stockgpu not Sri Khoi !!
[Xoom Android Development] solarnz:
You're looking at the kernel version. The kernel version does not indicate the rom version.

... Also goddamn Google maps....
[Xoom Android Development] REHolt218:
looks like itpdated for me; I'm running maps 5.8 with no problems.
[Xoom Android Development] luismateos:
I have downloaded the 2.01 update several times and still getting this response when applying the zip:

E: Can't open /sdcard/Tiamat-Xoom-Rom.2.0.1-Update.zip (bad)

Installation aborted
[Xoom Android Development] joeydollar:
I followed this thread out of whim to install the new maps and to my surprise it worked. http://www.mydroidworld.com/forums/droid-mods/2537-google-maps-fix-froyo.html. It would not log in at first so i cleared cache and data for maps. Success.
[Xoom Android Development] CakraMas:
Could you tell us how to update your google maps? I cannot update my maps :(
[Xoom Android Development] joeydollar:
Follow this thread. http://www.mydroidworld.com/forums/droid-mods/2537-google-maps-fix-froyo.html the second strategy begining with

adb kill-server worked for me
[Xoom Android Development] tritran18518:
here what you have to do

1. unlock bootloader and root: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1170760

2. Install cwm recovery: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1074979

3. install rom follow the instruction in the 1st post on this thread.
[Xoom Android Development] tritran18518:
+1: cannot update map.
[Xoom Android Development] Sandso9:
im having alot of browser problems is this a known issue or is it only me? im on 2.0.1 i did a fresh install
[Xoom Android Development] joeydollar:
How i got new maps to install from market

. hope it works for others

From http://www.mydroidworld.com/forums/droid-mods/2537-google-maps-fix-froyo.html

Here are maps fixes collected by mrZoSo...Thank you!!!!!

Using adb

** Make sure android sdk is installed properly - How To: adb for Windows the Easy Way ** Make sure phone has USB debugging on.

Plug phone to USB Open command prompt Type this (DO NOT TYPE adb shell unless noted):

adb kill-server

adb root

adb remount

adb shell rm /system/app/Maps.apk

adb uninstall com.google.android.apps.maps

Install from market
[Xoom Android Development] tritran18518:
what are they? One common problem is that browser crashes when you try to 'find on page". Others have issue with sync bookmark.
[Xoom Android Development] ehcan:
Maps updated just fine from market for me. Flashed over tiamat 1.1 without wipe.
[Xoom Android Development] WorldOfJohnboy:
Well, just found out that if you want SWYPE on 3.2 (stock, custom ROM, wifi, or 3G), you may have to wait a while. With the changes to the resolution on 3.2, it masses up the mapping/ calibration of the keys. Since none of the SWYPE Devs have a Wifi Xoom and they wont root their 3g Xooms, we have to wait for verizon or Motorola to release 3.2 Ota and then for the Devs to retest and release an update.

I think I am going to try SlideIt...
[Xoom Android Development] Sandso9:
I have the sync issues and I have an issue when I tap the URL bar it takes me straight to Google.com and takes me away from the website I was on
[Xoom Android Development] keunhuvac:
My battery went down from 91% to 77% over 1 night, so bad. No auto sync, no data, wifi connection. On running tiamat 2.0.1
[Xoom Android Development] tritran18518:
work perfectly. :D
[Xoom Android Development] playya:
For the life of me I cant remember where I saw a thread similar to this in reference to deleting files in the data folder as well. If anyone remembers what post it was can you please reply to me. I think it might be in this thread but not sure. The methods listed here do not work for me and I meant to save that page and give it a shot but forgot too. Any help would be appreciated...

Another member refers to it as see post XXX for gps fix...

Thanks again
[Xoom Android Development] EYEramid:
lag and stall

Is anyone else experiencing alot of lag, and random stalling

Mostly when using keyboard and browser, but sometimes the luancher too

It seems to be getting worse too

Any help will be welcome
[Xoom Android Development] tritran18518:
mine runs smoothly. I just have some random reboot when i changed wifi sleep policy from never to off when screen off. So i go back to never off.
[Xoom Android Development] madshad:
Just dropping a quick thanks, got a xoom 2nd hand and was able to resist rooting it for all of 72 hours. Thanks for the work on this, I now fell like it's "mine"
[Xoom Android Development] docangle:
I just did this and the Maps App updated just fine, but when I rebooted the Xoom, is is now stuck home the Honeycomb Animation Screen for 20 minutes now. :(
[Xoom Android Development] Scuddster:
I got maps installed this way but logging in gives me an error about account existing already. I tried clearing cache on app. I get the request to allow box which I grant access but nothing. Any ideas? Thanks. :-)

Edit: randomly started working after 4 reboots.
[Xoom Android Development] tritran18518:
I just tried to reboot my xoom, nothing happened, got intolockscreen after about 30 sec
[Xoom Android Development] Max_Pain:
hey guys. got a question here.

I don't know if its something else I've done along the way, or the flashing of manta ray, but now when i'm in recovery and I hook up to my pc, adb doesnt see the xoom. under device manager it shows (Without any errors) as Mot ADB composite device.

any idea?
[Xoom Android Development] burgi400:
german keyboard

for all who are looking for a german Keyboard layout:

install perfektkeyboard free Form Market. After that you can choose german as input language, also for the native keyboard. it's much easier for the umlauts:-)
[Xoom Android Development] tritran18518:
Why do u want to run adb under recovery mode?
[Xoom Android Development] Akik:
Thanks man, I'll give it a try soon :)
[Xoom Android Development] joeydollar:
This happened to me so I went to Xoom settings_applications_maps and cleared cache and data for maps. Was now able to log in.
[Xoom Android Development] tboothie:
Did anyone else have a problem where the menu button disappeared even for those apps that need it (LauncherPro, TB, etc.)? I wiped twice trying to figure it out and finally did. Smart Launcher seems to be incompatible with either the Tiamat ROM or with 3.2 generally. It could easily be a conflict with the new zoom functionality, but either way, it won't work until you fc the app...

Oh, and the button only disappears after you open the launcher, not just running the program. It will sit there nicely until then...

Anyone have any thoughts? I miss that functionality! Not enough to go back to stock...this ROM is awesome! Great work Tiamat team!!!
[Xoom Android Development] Sistema1927:
Maps update problems here as well. I tried both adb and root explorer routes, but still have login problems even after clearing cache and data.

I reverted to 5.7, and will wait for the Tiamat guys to do their magic. They aways come through.
[Xoom Android Development] hoppie2828:
power/reboot option and other questions

Love the new ROM! One question , or suggestion..Can we have the power/reboot/recovery option like the 1.2 add-on? Also, Circle Launcher cant' seem to see my SD card, and therefre custom icons. Thinking this is a bug in their app as other apps seem to eventually find my SD card. And one more question (sorry), is anyone able to move apps to the SD card now? The option is still not there for me in App settings.
[Xoom Android Development] 17akota:
Sorry if this has been answered but can I flash this over 3.0.1 rooted? Seems everyone has 3.1 then did this.
[Xoom Android Development] Max_Pain:
Because in deleting bloatware i deleted apparently a system file and a system app (mobile data - im on the wifi xoom?!). Kept fc'ing to the point i couldnt use the xoom. I was going to remove that mobile data app through adb while in recovery....and if that didnt work then push it back and the other file throuh recovery. I come from the evo and im very comfortable with adb, and i prefer to use it outside the OS.
[Xoom Android Development] rmarquez1974:
Make sure debug is set on the xoom.
[Xoom Android Development] ccossin:
Verify that USB Debugging is on. I always forget that part, maybe you did, too.
[Xoom Android Development] Max_Pain:
usb debugging is on. I can use adb just fine while honeycomb is loaded. I want to be able to use it while in recovery.
[Xoom Android Development] rmarquez1974:
In recovery you should be able to see it, might try to go into mounts and turn on USB support. Other than that, not sure.
[Xoom Android Development] Max_Pain:
it's got to be something i'm missing. tried mount usb storage and mount system. nothing. i'm on adb while in honeycomb. adb shell reboot. go into recovery. now adb devices...nothing listed.
[Xoom Android Development] playya:
Ok I have been messing with this damn Maps.apk all night long and finally today I got it to work. Now if you are on wifi only and had a problem with the other methods posted in this forum to get Maps.apk to work try this.

All I did was just sign a 5.8 Maps.apk file and pushed it over and finally I have Maps 5.8 updated. It still does not work through the market but at least it is on my Xoom

You can try and use Root Explorer and change them out but I used adb to push the file over. I did not have to change the file name for it to work also.

adb remount

adb push GoogleMapsv580-signed.apk /system/app

Rebooted and still working.....

View attachment GoogleMapsv580-signed.apk
[Xoom Android Development] Max_Pain:
thanks that worked out just fine :-)
[Xoom Android Development] brucewilsonpa:
Great -- thanks! That works and I finally have an updated Maps.