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[Galaxy S II Android Development] ajayjohn:
I am not sure if this is already known or has been discussed before. Search did not yield any relevant results. Please post your feedback.

Introduction

In most custom ICS ROM's, you might have noticed some apps like the Polaris office, Photo editor, IM or even Swype missing. These are not even there in many of the "Stock unmodified" versions released either. Surprisingly, they are very well present if you flash the original ROM through Odin. So where do these apps go? They are actually installed on first boot only if you flash from Odin.

Usual missing apps

KiesAir

OceanWeather and WindyWeather live wallpapers

Polaris Office

Photo Editor

Samsung IM

Swype

Vlingo

For those who do not want to go through this procedure and straight away want the CWM package of these missing files, you can download it from here...

How to extract them?

I am assuming the most common method ROM cooks use maybe using dsixda's kitchen (thanks to his fantastic scripts!).

When extracting and de-odexing the ROM, you may have noticed a file called hidden.img in the original ROM file which is usually ignored in this process. this file contains the above apps and they are installed to the /data/app folder. The hidden.img file is not readable using regular softwares, just like factoryfs.img.

Extract this hidden.img file from the original ROM image and paste it in the original_update folder of dsixda's kitchen (xxx.tar.md5 can be renamed to xxx.tar and opened in softwares like winrar)

Rename the hidden.img file to factoryfs.img.

Close any existing kitchen tasks and restart the kitchen.

Select option 1 to set working folder.

Make a backup of your existing working directory.

When prompted, choose the factoryfs.img option to proceed with (option 3).

You will get a message saying the file is being converted to a format for extraction.

The ext2fs program should automatically be launched.

Select open file in the program and choose the ext_factoryfs.img file (which is actually the converted from of the renamed hidden.img file).

Right click on the left pane where the opened file is listed and select Save.

Save it to the root folder of your working directory.

Now you will have a folder called data in your working directory with the missing apps. Include extraction of this folder in your updater script and you are done :)

If the tutorial wasn't clear, feel free to post questions on the thread.

Hope this was helpful, Cheers... :)
[Galaxy S II Android Development] Agosh13:
It seems to be missing in all Deodexed ROM
[Galaxy S II Android Development] nikki2325:
Photo editor not working. Also there isn't new gallery app in official ROm???
[Galaxy S II Android Development] ajayjohn:
Photo editor works fine for me. Did you try clearing your cache?

Also, Samsung still uses the old GingerBread gallery.
[Galaxy S II Android Development] thecrater:
Couldn't someone just extract the apps then post them here.
[Galaxy S II Android Development] ajayjohn:
You can get them in a zipped file from here

Unzip and use the app you want.
[Galaxy S II Android Development] sachs:
Why not make a custom rom .tar? install with odin? or mobile odin?
[Galaxy S II Android Development] Lost.soul:
If I wanted to flash this hidden.img in heimdall what should i do ? Meaning where should i put it ?
[Galaxy S II Android Development] JJEgan:
Custom roms apps missing i just open the zip with win rar go to system /apps and ADD required apps or even delete apps not wanted close and flash .

Thats open not unzip .

jje
[Galaxy S II Android Development] ajayjohn:
That is definitely a way to do it. :)

But since these apps get installed to /data/app when installed via odin. Hence, to replicate that (not needed), i mentioned unzipping and installing as a regular apk.

Another option is to open the zip as you said and place these in a /data/app folder and flash it.

But primarily, this thread was created because i have found people asking on many rom threads about missing these apps, without getting a reply...
[Galaxy S II Android Development] zscomp:
Very nice and simple guide.Thank you :good:
[Galaxy S II Android Development] Mirko ddd:
since it s not mentioned, I advice to add the libs missing for polaris office and swype etc..

U can retrieve them opening the apks and check out the lib folder.

These have to be pasted into /system/lib to avoid FCs.

It s an important step, mention it into OP.
[Galaxy S II Android Development] DutchArjo:
i'm trying to get stock swype for a galaxy ace s5830 installed on my custom rom. So far without succes. I have pasted swype.apk (extracted from stock rom!) into /system/app and libswypecore.so into /system/lib. Both with permissions: 6-4-4.

When I try to use swype I get an error that this swype version was intended to use on a different device. result: I can swype but nothing happens (no words are entered, though the different dictionairies are present in the swype.apk).

I'm wondering what I should do now. (besides checking the build.prop file for differences).
[Galaxy S II Android Development] Ganjax:
It's galaxy s2 theard, ask in galaxy ace
[Galaxy S II Android Development] DutchArjo:
sorry. I thought as it are both samsung devices, It would be the same for Ace, but I will ask in Ace forum. :rolleyes:
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] daniel4653:
Hi my friend that owns an HTC my Touch on T-mobile has a problem that her phone today began saying "Genius Button has stopped unexpectedly". no matter if hitting the "force close" button or 'send/tell HTC" does nothing but the pop up to come up again. she is not tech savy and does not have her phone rooted at all. sorry if this has been discussed before, i do not own the phone. but she is scared because she really doesnt know what is going on with her phone.

Any help would be greatly appreciated

thanks :)
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] daniel4653:
here is a picture of it.
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nuclearbroccoli:
I'm not a developer, but if all other ideas here from the more knowledgeable users fail, check my posts on this site. I changed roms recently and installed the app manually as it wasn't in the new rom.

If all else fails, you could root the phone and do it that way.

Not the easiest fix though, so I wouldn't do it that way unless you have to.
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ronin178:
Try to go into settings, applications, all-find genius and select it, then force stop/clear data, maybe reboot and see if that fixes it, otherwise if it is that big a deal, do a factory (hard) reset
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hoffm316:
Genius Button stopped unexpectedly

This started today with my phone as well, pops up instantaneously and continuously. Not a big deal unless you actually wish to use your phone. I'm slowly trying to get to Settings (close pop-up, push something quickly if possible, close pop-up, etc.). Anyone else who has corrected this problem or heard from the company would be greatly appreciated. This is my only phone so it is a very serious issue.
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] daniel4653:
My friend to fix it on her own was funny she just sat there for 30 mins trying to go into settings and force closing the app and that fixed it . Hope this helps you !
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] estallings15:
If it happens again and she can't fix it, she may need to do a factory reset in settings. If she is worried about losing her sms messages, there are several backup apps that don't require root. Factory reset is kind of the last resort, but sometimes it is the only thing that will fix software problems on a stock phone.
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] daniel4653:
Yes umm I think go backup is a free one that doesn't require root. But yeah back up her photos on a computer if you can and SMS then factory wipe it.
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] estallings15:
Photos are stored on the sd card on this device. No backup is necessary unless you're planning on formatting the SD card.
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] daniel4653:
Ahhh didn't know that. I don't own and HTC device.
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] estallings15:
It varies from device to device. I know the Thunderbolt and Evo 4G both save pictures on internal memory. I thought I'd tell you to save some time.
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] daniel4653:
Well I don't need help with this anymore. This was long ago.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vpsupun:
Hi all,

Currently I've rooted (CF-Root) my phone,

PDA : N7000DDLB2

PHONE : N7000DDLB1

CSC : N7000DDLA1

I need to upgrade to an ICS ROM (with root). Please direct me to a proper guide

I Followed this guide. It's really a simple guide for anyone :).

I've purchased mobile Odin Pro. Can I use it with ICS as well ?

YES. I Can :).

Can I switch back to my CF-Rooted GB again (I've CWM backups) ?

Is there any way to remove this Social Hub and other running default apps (Not harm to remove) comes with Stock ROMs?

Yes, I did it using Titanium Backup :).

Thank You !

Please see my post #8. and give me a hand.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] inspire85:
U will find all the information u need over at development section
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vpsupun:
Yes, There are many guides and ROMs available in development section. But I'm new to ICS flashing. I need a proper guide that starts from the beginning.

Thank You
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] muhtesem insan:
I think this one is the easiest to understand and follow.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1519727
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vpsupun:
Need Help. Please ...
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vpsupun:
Thank You. i'll check that that out :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rigby2011:
Tip, do not flash after that a custom ics. Stock is far the best. And the real thing is comming very soon.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vpsupun:
ICS Repack Problems

Hi all,

I managed to flash ICS Repack by Chainfire on my galaxy note today. It is pretty cool and really fast. But I've few questions to ask regarding this new ROM. Please be kind enough to direct me to a appropriate thread if these questions are already been asked and solved.

After I flash ICS Repack, I cannot find CWM anymore. What happened to it ? and how I can get it back ?

How I can go back to my old GB rooted ROM (I've CW backup of that rooted LB2 GB ROM) ?

By now, this ICS version cannot render South Asian languages. but LB2 rendered it very well. Are there any option to get that language support on this ICS ?

I need to change this Keyboard (Chinese) to English. Any other method to change it (Instead of installing GO Keyboard) ?

In our county phone numbers have two formats (our numbers are start with "0" but receiving calls don't have that starting "0" ). But in this ICS ROM, those 2 numbers are Identifying as two different numbers. Any method to fix that issue ?

Can I get my CPU speed to 1.4GHz again ?

Please be kind enough to help me on these matters.

Thank You.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] offenberg:
This is why users should study BEFORE they flash. Anyways. Flash CWM, boot it, resrore backup. Cant help you much. Just got my Note :) happy studying :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vpsupun:
Thanks ... !!!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] smalmagal:
Stick with GB for now...people working with ICS around here like to make you jump through hoops just to get your phone to work...so if you're not will to spend the time on it, then stick with GB...no fuss, no muss.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sideways86:
The answer to 3. is a very simple 'yes, you can always go back'.

Also, massive thanks for updating your OP with the answers you have found. If only all question-askers did this.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] magnumtripod:
My texts are going through to some people consistently, while it consistently fails for others.

My friend just texted me. I responded immediately only to have my message fail in a second or two. It hasn't failed once for the people that are receiving my texts, but the people that it IS failing for haven't even gotten one successful text.

Right now the success to failure ratio is 50:50

any thoughts?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] cidica:
Are you on CM9 by chance? if so open the txt msg app menu/settings/sms split try that.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] magnumtripod:
I'm on Calkulins ICS rom

OK within the few minutes since I posted this. I reflashed my modem and now it seems to be working. I had a feeling.......
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lyylim:
Hi bro, I have facing some issue while installing chaos's rom.

I followed instruction that wipe cache and do factory reset. When do fastboot, it showed "failed, partition too small". What happen? I didnt encountered this kind of issue before when I flash others rom, anything I missed? Help pls....

My phone info:

Android Version: 2.3.4.

Model : arc, LT15i

Baseband version: 56

Kernel version: 2.6.32.9-perf, doomlord@doombox #11

Build number 4.0.2.A.0.62

Window 7 in notebook.

And, I did realized after factory reset, my phone usb tehtering is not function...

Kindly help....
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Fuel-The-Droid:
What command line you used in fast boot? It shoukd go like this...

* Fastboot flash system nameofyourfile *

Fuel The Droid©
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lyylim:
oh??? thanks!! I try.....
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lyylim:
Thanks bro, it's work and done.....

btw, I tried to flash choas's rom -- mooded v5.5 and using others stock kernel (other than doomlord), system showed done, but it's stuck under sony logo after reboot the phone, what happen?

Thanks again bro....very appreciated that....
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Fuel-The-Droid:
Which kernel you using? Was it recommended for the rom you flashed? If everything worked fine then just give the phone some time to boot...cause you just flashed a new rom so phone will create new cache. But if it still doesnt works then flash the kernel and rom again.

1. Fastboot flash boot nameofthekernelfile

This for flashing kernel. After this reboot phone normally and enter recovery and install the kernels modules (if they are present). After that again boot on fastboot mode and type

2. Fastboot flash system nameoftherom

This is for flashing the rom. Reboot normally.

* make sure you downloaded the whole file...!

Hit thanks if i helped you!

Fuel The Droid©
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wayne850:
mooded v.5.5 is an ics-firmware you have to flash an ics-kernal. i recommend using stock ics-kernal
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lyylim:
step on flashing rom

all bros,

I think I write the step that I flashed, so that you can point out where i miss

1) download the stock ICS beta kernel with CWM 5.5.0.4 (usb mount error fixed)

2) go to fastboot mode: fastboot flash boot boot.img, done and reboot

3) after that, go into CWM recovery, a) wipe dalvik cache under advance; b) wipe cache partition ; c) wipe data / factory reset, after that reboot system again, the phone is stucked after the "sony" word.

4) take out battery and reboot and go to fastboot again.

5) flash the rom: fastboot flash system MooDeD_ROM_v.5.5_RC.2.zip. reboot again after done.

6) stuck again after the "sony" word, I have been waiting about 20 min for that.

So, anything I missed or any wrong step?
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mcderment:
ditto here
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Fuel-The-Droid:
Try flashing the kernel and rom again! Stucking problem...even i had..kernel was giving the problem.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lyylim:
I have been tried many time (lost count), still the same.....stuck...stuck...stuck....

My current phone info:

Android Version: 2.3.4.

Model : arc, LT15i

Baseband version: 56

Kernel version: 2.6.32.9-perf, doomlord@doombox #19

Build number 4.0.2.A.0.62

This is the first time try to upgrade my phone to ICS rom....
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Fuel-The-Droid:
Everytime you wipe the dalvil cache and other stuff?

Just flash the kernel and rom....dont do any wiping!
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lyylim:
Hi all,

I try another method to install, it's work, now run perfectly....

I have copied the ROM into the sdcard.

I am using doomlord ics stock advance kernel, after flash the kernel, wipe cache and data, then factory reset.

after reboot, go into CWM recovery and install zip (ROM) from sdcard.

Thanks for all bros to give me every advice......
[HTC Sensation] shetos_shatoo:
when i choose settings - about phone -phone identity phone number (unknown)

please help

my phone htc sensation - android 2.3.4
[HTC Sensation] johnerz:
Whats your problem?

Its normal so nothing to worry over, if you cand remember you phone munber call a contact and it shows on their screen lol
[HTC Sensation] T-Macgnolia:
Well I wouldn't say it is normal because I have never had this problem with my Sensation nor has my girlfriend with her sensation. Before it died and I had to get my original Sensation replaced I flashed my phone with atleast 20 to 25 ROMs and I do not recall having this problem with any of them, now granted it my be up to 5 of those ROM I neglected to check all of the settings.

At the OP XDA member shetos_shatoo, I would make a back up of my current ROM and flash either a stock ROM or a very close to stock ROM to see if the problem persists. If it does not persist then it might have just been the ROM you were using. If it does persist I would maybe request another SIM card from my provider as this could be the first sign of your SIM card. Just my two cents, pents, pasoes, whatever monetary denomination you use. :D
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] vitalij:
Hi everyone!

Since, as most people already noticed, using Galaxy Note with just one hand is not really possible :) I have developed an app to solve this issue. Since this app is very sensitive to kernel used I would like to get your feedback in trying this app on different firmwares/kernels.

Youtube video

Market link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vital.oh

RECENT CHANGES:

Added support for stock ICS :)

PR stuff after the break

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*Requires Root*

*Currently supports Samsung Galaxy Note (tested on N7000) *

*THIS IS TRIAL VERSION!!! FULL VERSION REQUIRES REGISTRATION AND IS PAID*

OneHanded application allows you to comfortably use Galaxy Note with just one hand.

Also, better battery life while using smaller screen can be achieved

It is done by scaling the image on the screen to the size of Galaxy S screen.

Features (of the full version):

*no text on empty area

*create shortcut on home screen to go to OneHanded mode with one click. (You can choose on which screen side app will reside initially)

*change side of the screen by tapping on empty area

*auto turn to full screen when phone is rotated to landscape and back to OneHanded mode when rotated back to Portrait

Features (of the full version):

*auto switch to full mode after screen lock/unlock (configurable)

*notification icon allowing to return to full screen mode

This application supports standard Samsung firmwares - with custom kernels it may not work (however I have successfully tested it with some custom kernels)

Custom kernels: app requires kernel with KALLSYMS, so ask developer of your kernel to include this in his config when building kernel: CONFIG_KALLSYMS=y, CONFIG_KALLSYMS_ALL=y

Known issues:

A bit slow when in OneHanded mode. Better if using app like Tegrak Overcklock to lock GPU speed to 267MHz

Video and camera preview will not be scaled in OneHanded mode.

Stylus position will be incorrect while in OneHanded mode

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[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] ChodTheWacko:
Well now, that's quite clever.

Aw, shame, force closes on me. Cassie rom v6
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] lcw622:
FC imilka v05
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] vitalij:
ok i see the problem. will upload fixed version soon
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] rayarny:
FC Kingdroid 5.4 with Abyss 4.2 Final kernel.

Great Idea though!!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] vitalij:
Fixed on Market, also fixed version attached to the first post.

BTW was replying to post using XDA app on Note while driving - and it was super comfortable with this small screen :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] Zamboney:
Don't text and drive goes double for don't xda and drive!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] btyeh:
Just to chime in to say it does work on a stock rooted LA2 ROM. A little lag of course but you mentioned about that so it's all good. Gimmicky but smart idea :o
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] ChodTheWacko:
Got the new version off of the market and it works now. Cool.

It would be really nice if there were 'size' options - it would be a fantastic way to show off the Note. You could say, 'here's how this app looks on an iphone'. Now here's how it looks on the Note.

Right now the one handed mode changes it to a 4.3" screen.

- Frank
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] vitalij:
Interesting idea :) However, iphone uses different form factor - I belive it is 4:3 in comparision to 16:9 on note.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] ChodTheWacko:
hmm. You are correct. Wrong numbers, though:

iphone 4 is 3:2, galaxy note is 16:10.

I think it'll still work, and I'll elaborate it below:

I some suggestions/comments:

1) A 'size mode' : i.e. a toggle of: 3.5"/4.3" (4.6?")

This would be nice for people of different hand sizes.

Just keep the same aspect ratio, for simplicity. Even when comparing to other phone sizes, the aspect ratios are close enough that it's still all good.

2) Galaxy note generic comment: It's actually quite difficult for me, if holding the phone in my right hand, to tough the extreme right edge of the phone. It's doable but I'm just begging to drop my phone.

So for your app, it would be really nice if you could place the smaller keyboard wherever you want, not just 'all the way left' and 'all the way 'right'.

An easier option would be just allowing 'centered'.

A centered 3.5" mode would be quite nice to type on, I think.

3) Don't know if you tried this, but if you take a screenshot in 'one handed mode', it only captures the screen. (i.e. not the black dead zone). I consider this a good thing.

4) I registered! Support this guy, people! This app has a ton of potential.

- Frank
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] stuliv12:
Tried this out of curiosity, im in tablet mode 200dpi, the screen initially successfully resizes when you enable (after allowing root), but when you want to disable:

error cant apply SPEN settings.No root permissions?unsupported firmware?error string:insmod init_module /data/data/com.vital.oh/files/ohmodule.ko failed (file exists)

I am on Imika 5, i have root.Reboot brings back to normal, wont register just yet, but great concept. Hope the above helps, i know it isnt useful for tablet mode, just wanted to test.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] dnyc:
Great idea definitely but that defeats.the purpose of there size of this phone. ;)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Themes and Apps] MamaSaidWhat?:
I agree. I mean, its a fantastic idea, and I mean absolutely no disrespect when I say this, but surely buying smaller phone would be a simpler solution?

I also personally have no issue with one handed operation of the Note. I regularly send texts when I'm walking using only one hand, and I can perform tasks such a web browsing, Facebook, Twitter, G+ etc. with just one hand. I'm no giant either; I'm 5'10", although I do have fairly large hands for a man of my height.