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[LG Revolution] thecubed:
Right now I'm reworking all the init scripts that LG has written and consolidating them into the cyanogenmod style of a single "init.bryce.rc" initscript.

As I'm doing that, I'm looking for referenced binaries and crossreferencing that list with the list of binaries that cyanogenmod builds (to see what binaries are LG-specific and what are stock Android). After I find the binaries, I am hexdumping each one to find out which libraries they import, and adding those to the cyanogenmod build directory also.

LG really really really needs to write better scripts. Their init process is all over the map, and half of the stuff in the init script isn't even for our device! It references dev platforms and other stuff that really should be trimmed before releasing to the public.

Anyway, in regards to testers, I actually have a device now (my very own device! but no service haha) so I'm able to do testing on my own for intermediate builds. When I release a milestone build (I'd consider wifi and 3d accelerator a milestone build) I'll release it via PM.

I don't want to make the test builds public because I worry that it'd cause problems with people not reading the "WARNING! THIS DOESNT WORK RIGHT!" and coming back saying they bricked their phones.

However, as soon as I have something to show, I'll make a video :)
[LG Revolution] RegnierD:
Woohoo! That's exciting. I miss stable CM7 so much. It was flawlesson my trusty Incredible, just getting to stable on the Fascinate, and now being started from scratch here.

If you ever need any help, Cubed, I'm game. I would have no qualms with it. I'm available at nearly any moment and always have a computer nearby for logcats and d/kmesg dumps. Plus, I have full services 3/4G and wifi all around me at almost all times.

I'd love to be able to help the community out, even if it's only by flashing and giving error logs.

I noticed when peeking around in the system that things were a little messy too. The build.prop is kinda iffy and their lack of an organized boot animation is annoying. It's like being neat wasn't a concern at all. Seems like they were in a hurry.
[LG Revolution] thecubed:
I will need people to test the 3G/4G service once I get the radios initialized, since I only have the phone and no service :)

Right now I'm still sorting through the binaries and libraries trying to get at a bare minimum wifi and 3d acceleration working.
[LG Revolution] jackpot08:
Its not abandoned... read this http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=17476929
[LG Revolution] drt054:
Here is a CM7 announcement.. The CM7 port for my HP Touchpad is 80% complete.. so I was right that the TP will get CM7 before my revo!! :D

sent from my Iconically Revolting LG Revolution powered by MTM :D
[LG Revolution] elreydotcom:
Lol, congrats!

Join the revolt!
[LG Revolution] Android Power:
I really want cm7 also...anyone know any type of date that it will be finished? Thanks

Sent from my Revolting Revolution
[LG Revolution] mtmichaelson:
No date, but it is being worked on still.
[LG Revolution] Jasbo:
linky no worky....
[LG Revolution] holla420:
Damn can't wait we need it ASAP lol
[LG Revolution] drt054:
Yes we do... cuz it is the best!!! (Just wanted to rub it in that cm7 on my TP is sweeet!!!) Need it for my Revolution next!!!

sent from my HP Touchpad (CyanogenMod 7.1 alpha Android 2.3.7)
[LG Revolution] Chris.Gonzalez:
Is there any update on the leaked ROM we are waiting on?
[LG Revolution] holla420:
As of now I haven't heard anything but its coming soon.hopefully before Thanksgiving
[LG Revolution] Squiz0329:
Yes, and you weren't told for a reason.

Yeah, I'm Homeless.
[LG Revolution] Android Power:
Anyone on twitter I can follow to get an update when this will be done? Tired of pulling up XDA :/ LOL lazy American
[LG Revolution] markapowell:
I miss thecubed. I keep checking here though, making sure the only person working on this is still up to it. Thank you for all the updates Haro, mt, and hicks, and thank you for all your work supplementing us not-so-nerdy-as-you romaholics. I have the revolt rom, and the black and blue theme, and I love them. I also have the tri thingy blue and black whatever as my wallpaper. I should just call it the LG Revolution XDA.
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
You may have more luck catching him on IRC. I don't know for sure, because RL has been my main goal as of late, and the 1am meet and greets aren't going to cut it anymore.

I suspect you won't hear much on the development side until the fate of this device is known.

i.e.: When will it receive GB? Will it get ICS? Will the source be open?

Those are all crucial, as development at this juncture would be a waste due to the fact that everything would need to be re-architectured following a new release.
[LG Revolution] Android Power:
I am in full doubt that the revolution is ever getting gingerbread. LG just needs to stop using there version and give us the AOSP version of gingerbread/Ice cream sandwich. On a side note: who the bleepity bleep beep picks out the names for android!?
[LG Revolution] jackpot08:
We're not getting ics but gingerbread hopefully soon
[LG Revolution] mursepaolo:
same here. i believe they'll cut off support before it's released.
[LG Revolution] indyred99:
Have faith this phone at the very least will get GB

I've Revolted have you?
[LG Revolution] drt054:
I am with you on that.. at least gingerbread, not expecting much after that unless we get a port.
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
It remains concerning when they don't release the Revo 2, and all expectations of a timeframe for GB are not met. But hey, if it happens, we will be all the more surprised. But since we're in the business of brokering faith, I'm going to lay mine on skipping GB for ICS :D
[LG Revolution] Haxcid:
The next version will be GB... Also they started rolling out GB to the TBolt again. I think the Revo will see GB before New Years maybe. I believe the charge will get GB next then the Revo. Droid branded phones will usually see the love before non-droid branded phones. Droids are the flagship phones.
[LG Revolution] mtmichaelson:
That, and they have got to write Bing into Gingerbread, and that takes time :(
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
LOL... isn't that the truth. Microsoft and LG are probably working on a way to make it less user friendly and harder to remove :D:D:D:eek:
[LG Revolution] mtmichaelson:
Oh see, now you jinxed us! lol
[LG Revolution] Cybie257:
And you know this how? Just curious. I do still hope that the guy at the Verizon Store was correct when he told me the LG Reps were informing him on the next update. The exact words were "LG Says the the revolution will get an update, but they will be "SKIPPING" the next version and going on the the one after that." This rep knew at the time I was NOT in the store to buy the unit, but looking at a possible phone for Verizon Corporate to replace my Droid 2 Global that failed to work properly after 3 units exchanged. There was no sale to be made and no reason to 'entice' me into buying, so I am holding what he said to be true, so we'll see.

If I'm correct, for phone's, ICS is the "Next" version??? He was pretty confident about the comments made by the LG Reps in stating that the update will be skipped and a for sure deal. Of course, as we all know with technology, you can only believe it when you see it. But, maybe that's why such a delay and 'October' is not over and ICS was just released a few days ago.

<Hoping that rep was right... :) >

-Cybie
[LG Revolution] spc_hicks09:
Only the SDK for ICS was released. Not the source code. Source code for ICS will most likely not be released until right before or right after, the Nexus is released.
[LG Revolution] markapowell:
I know it might be dumb, but I sent a letter to LG about the Revolution. I think we could all do it. I think they have a stellar phone, and I think if they just gave up the code for ICS someone here could be smart enough to adapt it to our phone, and they wouldn't have to work with Verizon on implementing an upgrade. I got this phone because of its ease to be modified, I love customizing my phone, and streamlining it, and getting rid of all the Verizon crap. I thought that's what LG had in mind when coming out with a phone that had no security and the ability to be rooted. I know there is concern of bricking phones, and damaging, but I wonder due to it's programming, how many Revolutions have been turned in due to some form of bricking. I think LG has something here, and I think if they remain friendly to the wonderful after market developers, they can keep having something. It's easy to modify the phone, but if someone can modify a phone to 4.0 I see them jumping to that even if it's more difficult to do.

I am sticking with my Rev come hell or high water. I just hope LG can see that they need to stick with those of us who wish to help unleash the true potential of the phone. And thank you to all those developers who work hard to see to it that my phone is as crap free as possible.
[LG Revolution] smokedkill:
The reps are hardly ever right. They know less than anybody.
[LG Revolution] Haxcid:
+1

Part of what I do in the world is monitor trends in technology using various resources available.

So you ask just how I come to this conclusion...

1. HTC Droid Thunderbolt - Froyo 2.2. just now getting GB. At a hardware level is on par with the Revolution.

2. Droid Charge - Released with Froyo 2.2 is now getting GB (in beta form). At a hardware level is on par with the Revolution.

3. Revolution - not a flagship phone.

4. LG reps are morons

5. Verizon gets the say on what is coming next to your phone not LG.

It goes on. Anything is possible but when one looks at the facts, yes the phone will get an upgrade but ICS... probably not. The only reason I could see updating the Revolution to ICS would be to try and spark sales but now that they have real flagship phones coming with the NeXus, Razr, and Rezound I would not hold my breath.

If you want a popular phone that will see the support with Vzw, the get an HTC, Samsung, or Motorola.
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
Although, you'd have to admit, that if LG did release ICS for this phone, you'd see the popularity for this phone hit the roof. It would be a smart decision for them given that the Revo 2 somehow disappeared from the radar, but that means nothing. Verizon wouldn't let it happen even if the manufacturer wanted to. And my guess on this phone is that LG has an unbreakable marriage with Microsoft which will tie their hands quite a bit on what they can actually do to this device.
[LG Revolution] markapowell:
I have to stop reading this stuff at work it's depressing!
[LG Revolution] smokedkill:
I think its too late for this phone to ever have popularity. Updating to ICS would only make existing users happy. I highly doubt they would skip gingerbread and go to ICS, and if they did, don't expect it before March. I don't believe any of you would want to wait that long. You've already waited too long the way it is. With a name like Revolution, it should have came with gingerbread.
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
In all honesty, I *expect* nothing. I'd expect that if they did release GB, it would lock out root. I also expect that if they release GB, it will come without the source (at least for many months). I fear you may be right about popularity. The only way they could gain the popularity would be second on the list for ICS, then all the tech grabbers *might* rush in. We all pretty much know ICS has about a one in a million shot for this device, and those odds are probably too lax.

I'd say we're dreaming, wishing, and theorizing. My phone still wasn't a "bad" purchase. The only way it would be a "bad" purchase would be if MT and Cubed hadn't fixed the crap on this phone. If it hadn't been for them, I'd have returned it during my two week grace period.

There isn't much in the Android world (at least on Verizon) to get excited about at the moment anyhow...

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It's all good... we've got our little community here of die hards. Ask yourself: If not Revo, then what? And what would you gain by switching to anything else?

With all the developers at TB, they are still having issues with different ROMS (I know, because I just browsed over there to see how the grass was), the Bionic fell short, and well, the Charge is just plain ugly.

It's depressing, but that's kind of the state of Verizon Android at the moment. I only question whether I should have gone WP7 or the Sony gaming phone, but then I think about the fact that living without 4G and free 4G tethering would really suck donkey.
[LG Revolution] Haxcid:
had it not been for LTE I would have chosen the Inc2. I really liked the demo unit I played with. It was fast and smooth for me. Ton of development as well. I also see someone working on an ICS port...

5 Months later and there is still no 4G coverage here, despite the Verizon store manager promising me it by October... The county to the north, east, and south all have 4g coverage... they just skipped me over.

I have to agree with what was said in one of these threads, my next phone I am waiting for 30 to 60 days to buy after its release. Give it time to flower.
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
Without 4G coverage, this phone would be a complete bomb. Now that I can definitely agree with. Your choice of phone opens tremendously when you eliminate the high speed internet part of it. My area has 4G, so switching would be like switching from cable internet to a 56k modem. I'd probably want to shoot myself.
[LG Revolution] Haxcid:
Now you can see why I did not take a zealots approach to this phone. The inc2 is looking really good right now... and I can get one for cheap (free with a contract renewal).
[LG Revolution] smokedkill:
I switched to the Bionic and happy I did. While it didn't live up to its initial hype, it is still a great device. While some bionic owners are having buyers remorse due to the announcement of the galaxy nexus and the Razr, the issue isn't really as bad as some are making it out to be.

They are off to a good start in rom development. Plus it's not like it needs a custom rom to have good performance.
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
That part doesn't make much sense. Look at all the issues with your new phone and fear of an update that the community might be wiped out by a single update. This phone was semi-immune to that. We do still have the issue with v6 of the radio permanently taking out root, however.
[LG Revolution] RegnierD:
I jumped ship. I didn't want to, but I needed a little more from my phone. I got a DInc2, and I have never been happier with a phone. While I miss 4G, I missed AOSP and Sense far too much. It's a shame the Revo never took off. It's a powerful phone.
[LG Revolution] markapowell:
Noooooo! LG you bastards made Reg quit you!! I am going to occupy a Verizon store!
[LG Revolution] spc_hicks09:
Occupy Verizon! Best idea ever!
[LG Revolution] Jasbo:
heh... you'll just get arrested for trespassing! Over all I love this phone still.. but i really only want GB so I can use the front facing cam with Skype so I can video chat my wife and baby girl. Other then that I dont know if I would care about anything else the update would offer.
[LG Revolution] mtmichaelson:
You don't need GB for Skype. You just need the hacked version and it works great! Randomly logs you in, but other than that, it is awesome!

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=16618967&postcount=452
[LG Revolution] spc_hicks09:
Mt once again to save the day!
[LG Revolution] Haro912:
You could always use Tango as well. It's kind of buggy and the speakers echo like a ***** sometimes but other than that it's not bad. I use it every once and awhile. I believe they have a computer version now as well.
[LG Revolution] gimpcell:
Gingerbread update

http://www.lgforum.com/forum/boards...-and-speculations/topics/lg-revolution-update

Third post down = "The Ginggerbread Update will start rolling out tommorow 10/28/11 and all Revolutions should have it by 11/02/11... The Update will be delivered "Over the Air" (FOTA) ... More details as I get them." Everyone ready to whine about ICS?? =)

Happy Trails Everyone.
[LG Revolution] S.Meezy:
Where's the G Nex?! Rabble! Rabble, rabble! Just as I talk myself into ditching the revo, LG has to go and pull a stunt like this! How dare they not upgrade us to ICS before its even out!

Revolting Revolution. Tapatalk.
[LG Revolution] InfoSec812:
Getting my LG Revolution tomorrow

My parents got an LG revolution about 1.5 months ago and they wanted me to provide tech support for them, so they paid for me to get a refurb from Verizon's store. Here's hoping that it comes with the GB update, but I also want to know if there is a way to root after the update, anyone? I'd hate to be stuck with all of that Bing crap!!!
[LG Revolution] RootedUser:
There are ways to root the new GB update in the forums.

I've been Revolted!
[LG Revolution] bhp117:
its possible here the link

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1326509

roms will be coming soon
[LG Revolution] InfoSec812:
Yep. Got it. Thanks
[LG Revolution] RootedUser:
Any updates for cm7 since GB is out?
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
I'd imagine LG needs to release the source. If history is any indication, I'd be looking for that to happen in a few months.
[LG Revolution] drt054:
Has this been confirmed?? Any updates from Cubed?? Anybody know how to port a ROM, I will give it a shot if someone can give me some clues..
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
I don't have any pressing urge for CM7 at the moment, but I'm curious as well if Cubed frequents the Revo lounge from time to time anymore?
[LG Revolution] drt054:
Mt says he hasn't been on IRC in a while. I have an urge for it. I just installed it on my moto d1 which is currently my alarm clock and 7.1 is sweet!!! That thing flies!!

sent from my rooted LG Revolution (Android 2.3.4)
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
I've been playing around with CM on a few devices (first, Eris, then Nook Color), and it seems to be hit or miss. Stability and functionality is all over the place from version to version. I finally got tired of playing the game and went with MIUI on my Nook that still uses CM, but uses one that is stabilized and tweaked prior to each release.

Of course I removed the MIUI launcher and changed the DPI. MIUI home looks ridiculous on a 7" device.
[LG Revolution] drt054:
Agree on hit or miss.. depends. Who made it. The HP Touchpad cm team have released 2 alphas now that are phenominal. Actually same guy that did nook color Dalingrin.

sent from my Iconic Red GingerVolt :D
[LG Revolution] threevolve:
GB Source

I sent an email to LG's Open Source team asking if there was a timeline yet on getting the Gingerbread kernel source, here is their reply; Generic, yet promising!

Sounds like confirmation that they do indeed plan to release the 2.3.4 source, and plan to do so soon! :D
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
Hopefully they release more than last time, but that's doubtful. Either way it will be a good start to get that released.
[LG Revolution] borborpa:
Please wait for more weeks?? Nice Engrish LG...
[LG Revolution] bhp117:
Are we going to be able to overclock when LG release the source codes?

SuperCharged GingerVolt B-) R U?
[LG Revolution] Haro912:
When someone builds a kernel from it.

Sent from my Revolting Revolution. Powered my mtmichaelson.
[LG Revolution] threevolve:
More than last time?

What more do they even need to release, it looks like the FroYo source is pretty complete.
[LG Revolution] spc_hicks09:
They didn't release the kernel source code as far as I know, unless it's been updated.
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
Originally that was the case... I haven't checked it lately either.
[LG Revolution] threevolve:
Just opened up the zip, contains two tarballs (bryce_android_froyo.tar.gz and bryce_kernel.tar.gz) each with a whole pileof directories containing .c files

Looks like source code to me :P
[LG Revolution] drt054:
Where do you go to find this???
[LG Revolution] spc_hicks09:
LGs open source site. Don't know the URL though. You can just Google it and it will come up.
[LG Revolution] threevolve:
http://www.lg.com/global/support/opensource/opensource.jsp

Pick Mobile Phones from the dropdown and type "LGVS910" into the search box.
[LG Revolution] vinylguy:
The source code that is available is the v4. Not the v7 that we need.
[LG Revolution] threevolve:
Yes. I am aware of this. The question was whether or not the previous release included kernel source, which it does.

We are all aware that LG has not yet released the current source. The whole point was it sounds like they are preparing to do so soon.
[LG Revolution] spc_hicks09:
You'd have to talk to mtmichaelson or TheCubed but I'm pretty sure they didn't release the entire kernel source.
[LG Revolution] threevolve:
GB Source released!

LG has released the source for 2.3.4!!!!
[LG Revolution] mtmichaelson:
Thank you for letting us know!
[LG Revolution] mtmichaelson:
A little bit about me, when I am asked something like a prick, I will respond like a prick. When something is asked politely, i am one of the first to help. When something is presented that is helpful, I am thankful. So, no, it was not sarcastic as I don't check the open source site but about once a week, and so I wouldn't have known for a while.
[LG Revolution] threevolve:
I kind of figured. Just messin' around ;)

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Oh yeah, if you look above ^

There was some talk that the source that LG has released is not complete enough to be useful for CM7?

Is that true, or is it incorrect? I've gone through the files, and they appear to be complete source code.
[LG Revolution] spc_hicks09:
Just to clarify, I was talking about the froyo kernel source. Not GB. Not sure if I specified that and sorry if I didn't.
[LG Revolution] drt054:
Need Cubed to tell us if the GB source is enough for cm7. According to Cyanogen on twitter they are working on 7.2 as well as starting cm9 ICS..

sent from my LG Steel BlueVolt :D
[LG Revolution] Jasbo:
I ran CM7 on my Eris before I got the Revo and I loved it... but I have to ask what Does it have to offer over GingerVolt that would make me jump through hoops to have it again??
[LG Revolution] spc_hicks09:
Other than an overclockable kernel and the T-Mobile Theme Chooser, not much really. Mt has really busted his ass on Gingervolt.
[LG Revolution] majorpay:
Maybe Linux running on the phone, or USB Host mode, or maybe even MIUI, but with the way mt has it at the moment, I have no urgent want. Most of these possibilities I mentioned are merely that: possibilities. Without people working to make those things even after CM7 were to be released, it wouldn't make a difference.

Overclocking has always seemed more of a gimmick than a convincing argument.

I'd like to see CM9 come to this phone. I'd be willing to bet this phone is more than capable of handling it.
[LG Revolution] Jasbo:
Miui would be cool... I have to admit!
[LG Revolution] mursepaolo:
I loved miui on my original droid
[LG Revolution] drt054:
*whispering* If you build it (cm7/9) the devs will come... :D
[LG Revolution] KaneOfMars:
How can we build it if we dont have devs? Lol!

From my Kangwich Bryce Device
[LG Revolution] drt054:
ok.. EDIT... If Cubed builds it.. then MORE devs will come.. :D

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We have MTMichaelson.. but he is only one man
[LG Revolution] S.Meezy:
Also, a kernel guru would be nice...

VS910 4G Kangwich
[LG Revolution] trampledbyturtles:
I heard a rumor that mt is actually three very small men, possibly even children cleverly disguised (in a very long trench coat) as one man...

VS910 4G [Bread]
[LG Revolution] S.Meezy:
This explains how he never sleeps!

VS910 4G Kangwich
[LG Revolution] threevolve:
Some say he's actually three very small men in disguise...

...and that he once had a love affair with the Android robot

All we know is, he's called MTMichaelson
[LG Revolution] drt054:
Ok.. that's enough of that. WHERE IS CUBED ON THIS??? I am sooo close to switching phones. That is how serious I am on this!! CUBED WE NEED A STATUS UPDATE.. PLLLEEEAAASSSSEEEE?????

sent from my LG Steel BlueVolt :D