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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] camocritters:
this isn't Burger king

TDJ do it your way.. as fast or as slow as you want.. or not.. everyone else quit asking for things.. SHUT UP... use his ROM the way it is made.." by the way - It is not your decision as to what is or is not in the ROM" because you did not make it... or go use something else.. or Make your own to use..

appreciate what you can get from here.. a FREE ROM .. and great development to boot.. but like it's been said its DEVELOPMENT.... until TDJ put the FINAL RELEASE stamp on it ... expect to have some bugs.. it's the way it is... or again don't use it..:mad:

i may not have many posts.. i only recently joined here .. but I'm no NOOB ... been in IT for 25 yrs and this is just another extension of tech for me... Logical thinking, deductive reasoning and common sense.. are the things many don't have... I'm all to familiar with end users.. so i sympathize

oh i know it wont matter...

please keep posting

the same already known issues over and over .. and

please don't read

or do a search before posting your question...

"for those of you who are clueless that was sarcasm"
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Jdom58:
Mine started doing that after a couple of days also, try V5 it's running great and fast so far. No lags, no hiccups
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Raistline:
To resolve this issue, do a Nandroid Backup, then restore the Nandroid backup. As crazy as it sounds it works like a charm in most reboot hangs.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] kisoon:
When are you applying the darkside cache wipe? I used to apply before installing the rom.

But from a different rom (Infamous) install, the instruction asks to do cache wipe after rom install. For me, the the hang went away after that.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Gotroot:
Omg at the amount of complaints on this thread... guess I will just stick to looking at the date its rls. Over half this forum is felid with people who don't read how to flash a rom or they restored something that broke the from after the fact
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] camocritters:
i know you already know.. me V2 with the venom and APEX all my apps restored from Rom ToolBox and data... .. no launcher issues apex 1.2.2

i think it's just a variance in all the hardware.. because i know you followed all the same steps i did.. you are no NOOb .. i'm pretty sure no one person has pinpointed as to why..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] algorhythm:
Yeah I don't know.... I just came back from AOKP b39 and had no issues with apex on that rom but apex has the issue on all builds of the UVLE1 Darkside roms... I haven't tried another LE1 rom as imo tdj's is the best.

I never restore apex from a backup, either.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Wareazy:
Yeah i got to say i've never had a launcher issue with anything TDJ put out for us. Nor have i ever had any problems when i did the No No of restoring apps+data. I've started doing it the "proper way" but just to conform to the norm, i think if i started restoring apps+data again i wouldnt have any issues.

I think that some of these minor hiccups might be variances of the hardware, you know cpu batch 1, 2, etc.....

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Or it could be the universe conspiring against your SG2
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] thederekjay:
<< 54 more and its the number of the beast
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
I'm still seeing the app launch hangs in v5. I had been running for almost 48 hours (my best yet) on v4 after upgrading to Busybox 1.20.10-Stericson and staying with Superuser and the su binary v3.0.3.2. I only stopped using that to upgrade to v5 this morning.

I tried v5 using just the Busybox 1.20.10-Stericson along with SU binary v3.1 and still had a hang.

I also tried v5 with Busybox 1.20.10-Stericson and Superuser with the su binary v3.0.3.2 and still had a hang.

I've been able to reproduce the problem fairly quickly by opening a lot of apps and processes that run in the background. After about 15 minutes, I can get it down to 90-150 MB of free RAM. Then turn off the screen and let the phone idle for about 10 minutes. Then within a bit more usage it will finally hang.

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but I'm trying to at least do what I can to get this figured out. I'm nandroid'ing my v5 install now and going back to my last v4 that ran for almost 48 hours to see if that was a fluke and if I can get it to hang on app launching.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] camalus:
No problems here with apex and v5.... sounds like a user issue.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
The goal is to get to the bottom of this issue and verify that a fix to the problem was successful or not. The goal is to eliminate all app launch hangs from this ROM.

I'm starting to think that it may be an issue with ICS or at least Samsung's version of it for the T989.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] camocritters:
um agree.. um use it like it was being used for your own needs not "trying to kill it"

i posted awhile ago my average day .. now that I've been running V2 for awhile and the newness of ICS has wore off.. i don't tinker with it nonstop.. ... you'll have to read the post... anyway.. i can break anything if i try too..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Gotroot:
I'm currently using apex 1.20 pro no issues or hanging what so ever

Sent from my SGH-T989 darkside
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] sinfulgray:
Never had launcher issues with V4 or V5 of this ROM with Nova launcher Prime and cant remember about the older versions of the ROM maybe cause i smoke to much lol but which launcher do you use? I also remove as much touchwiz as i can after install including the launcher so maybe thats why i dont have launcher issues? IDK?

HAHAHA i know id hit the thanks but im all out for the day. Limited to 8 per day? WTF:D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] gatorstew:
Actually, if you're using your phone 'for mostly a phone', that's one of the biggest battery drainers of all.

Your good fortune is precisely the issue with some users, unfortunately. At night, while they're sleeping and their phone is supposed to be 'asleep', they're seeing battery drop as much as 2-3% per hour when most syncs are off, etc. No one is blaming the ROM, they're just trying to troubleshoot the issue when it wasn't an issue on whatever ROM they were previousy on. Actually, Perdue Univ is doing a study on this. You can Google it.

Agree, I've never had any issues with TDJ's ROMs regardging GPS.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] DaveinSoCal:
What theme are you using?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] camocritters:
just a few calls from the Wife.. or yes it would kill the battery several 3-5 min calls .. not much.. but that's what I'm saying.. now that i'm not constantly tinkering anymore.. "the first few days it was like "put the phone down" no just one more thing.. " LOL but now i'm back to MY normal Routine.. and so far Great.. but see i'm not pushing it .. i'm not a real heavy user.. i like to be in touch with things but i don't sit on the phone non stop .. and i do loose like 5% after sleeping all night.. but i'm the exception .. from what i read..

and the point i was making was people are passing judgement on battery when they are not being true to ones self.. because they just flashed and can't keep their hands off the phone.. i bet once in a normal usage routine.. the battery will be adequate for the day .. really your going to plug in when you go to bed anyway .. why does one need longer...

at least that's my thought .. i get up use it through out the day and when i go to bed some 17 to 20 hrs later it's fine... so battery drain while sleeping .. hmmm plug it in.. and the next day will be o.k.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] sinfulgray:
Thats the theme by Pheonix6 and foreverloco i believe you can find it here being the original thread is on hold (kinda):D :good:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1723073
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] gatorstew:
Yeah, I admit I mess with the phone a lot since I became a regular on XDA. And at the end of the day, what have I really done to the phone? Few reboots, few flashes, set it up yet again, etc. So, yeah not a whole lot :confused:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] DaveinSoCal:
Thanks bro
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] algorhythm:
The free version of Apex. I dunno, this phone is VERY strange from what I can tell... even with the leaks, call echo was hit-or-miss, I didn't have any until the later part of the leak cycle, but people would have it the whole time... I guess the same this with this, some people have problems with launchers (I've seen Apex, Nova, TW, etc. being reported as doing this), some people don't.

It's not a user issue AFAIK because more than one or two users is having it. :rolleyes:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] sinfulgray:
Your using Apex launcher with TW launcher still installed correct? You can try to delete the TW launcher see if it helps but do a backup first of course :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
It is included.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] DaveinSoCal:
The apex launcher is nice. I prefer it to TW that is for sure.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
Just got done nandroid'ing back to my v4 w/ Busybox 1.20.10-Stericson and Superuser and the su binary v3.0.3.2. I performed the same repro steps (it isn't anything close to trying to kill it) by just opening up some apps. Then letting the phone rest 10 minutes. Then opening up a few more apps. It still hung, so that combination of factors didn't fix anything and I was just lucky to get almost 48 hours out of it without a reboot.

I guess the next step it to load up Mr. X's stock ROM and see if I can reproduce the issue with the same steps there. It is nice to be able to reproduce it in 30 minutes now and not need to wait 6-40 hours for it to 'just happen'.

I'm really starting to think that it is an issue with Samsung/TMO's code. I did count the number of apps in ICS's task history view. It was 19. I'm not sure if 19 or 20 is the limit? It might be an issue with how that feature is implemented.

It doesn't seem to be a RAM issue because I am seeing Android clear up more RAM every time I get down below 100 MBs free and open a new app.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] sinfulgray:
Anyone that has app and/or launcher hangs do you ever clear your ram with the built in task manager? Are you leaving all your background app running? I'm a little ocd when it comes to my phone so I'm always clearing background apps and freeing up my ram. Just a thought :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] peppersu812:
Man I'm not having any problems on v4 but my flash finger is twitching lol :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] tomasitoc:
the v4 has the dsp manager included. i think the dsp manager makes the sound distorted. although i havent flashed the v5 (i dont need to do so at present i am happy with v4) i am glad that derek didnt include the dsp manager in v5.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] sinfulgray:
Thats what i did HAHA i couldnt resist myself...flashed it this morning :laugh:

DO IT :good:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] shnn2011:
Are the custom kernel sources available for tweaking / improving?

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Are the custom kernel sources available for tweaking / improving?

Is there a text file describing the system tweaks / mods in depth?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
I don't clear / kill any apps or use a task killer.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
It is in v5 and works fine for me for BT sound modification.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] thederekjay:
I have 100% FIGURED OUT THE ISSUE With the ability to properly adjust cpu frew with any app. Samsung introduced a technology called DVFS (Dynamic voltage and frequency scaling) which overrides the user ability to manually adjust the cpu freq. When I compile the kernel with this disabled we gain full control but sacrifice this new technology. This is the reason we have seen our device dump down to 1.2ghz when load is minimal. I may compile to versions for those that are interested in the automatic battery saving vs the manula control.

here is some info on (Dynamic voltage and frequency scaling):

Now if you notice in my screenies that the max has changed from 1.5ghz to the value I set it at 1.35ghz. You will notice if you try to change it on your device it never ever changes from 1.5ghz. So this an excellent find if I do say so myself. Now time to add some OC to this kernel. btw I have fixed all issues related to lag and whatever else people said...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
The Samsung kernel source is available for modding. I think TDJ's stuff is available on sourceforge, but you'll want to talk to him before kanging any of his mods.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] algorhythm:
I can't even get into the task manager, I click on "Task Manager" and it just doesn't open, just like every other app.

I was on v4 and my call audio completely disappeared so I flashed to v5. No idea why, but it's working on v5 now. :confused:

Seriously? It's a work in progress... if you're that displeased, make your own rom.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] TheMusicMan:
Derek, my man... you are THE MAN !!!

I'll wait patiently for the next release... take your time, friend, we are all so grateful for your patience and persistence.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] ivianny:
Bootloop, bad flash or download, reflash the rom i'm using v4 and all good
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] thederekjay:
LOL! Honestly I could care less what you do.. I am sorry that I dont move fast enough for you but its harder to fix an issue I never have (ie: occasionally/randomly apps not opening when selected) All apps and widgets that are included with this rom will work with this rom. The kernel is a stock kernel as of now and I am fixing/fixed the issues with my custom kernel.. people that criticize me because of a few oversights is absolutely absurd. If you think other roms on this board are without issues, well good luck to ya!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Rob4828:
This ROM is my first ROM flash for this phone is it's clean and smooth. Thank you for your work
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] mightyab:
Dude this is why you are by far the best dev out there, hands down. Can't wait to test it. I'm getting 17 hrs. on v4. I didn't think it could get any better but leave it to you to prove me wrong. Ha ha ha
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Nismo13:
Im still on v4 just wondering if you are going to released that updated kernel on its own as I really don't have any problems with v4 but I would love the battery life improvements of your new kernel.

Also I would like to know if scrolling wallpapers can be turned off as all my wallpapers won't stick as when I flip to the next page they are cut off. I tried using an app like wizardrii but it makes the phone so laggy. This really isn't against ur ROM as all Ics roms have scrolling wallpapers but I would just like to know if there is a way around it

Thanks again for all your hard work
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] CloudTown3:
Using touch CWM is not recommended when flashing this ROM i think..... Use non touch 5.0.2.7.... There is a flashable zip in the OP.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] TheAntagonist:
I believe that if you are using Darkside Wallpapers, they automatically scroll. The stock Samsung wallpapers give you the option to make the wallpaper stationary.

Edit: I just tried and found out that the wallpapers scroll regardless. Sorry for the false info.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] algorhythm:
Also, don't forget that TDJ has a donate link. I just sent him $10.00... I suggest you guys do the same. If you guys are going to start pushing TDJ I hope you will put your money where your mouth is.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Nismo13:
I have my own wallpapers that are the same display and pixel size that I used on GB . I would just like to use these on Ics without scrolling wallpapers getting in the way. There has got to be a way to remove this thing :p
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] dex1701:
Depending on the launcher you're using they usually have a setting to set the wallpaper scrolling mode. I don't use TouchWiz, so I'm not sure about that one.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] TheTechNiq:
I've enjoyed twrp recovery. Is it okay to flash with twrp? Also instagram works yes? Sorry for the questions. Been on cm9 for a long time!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] superlantern:
So far so good on nova laucher
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] DriftorX:
I don't understand all the issues people are having with V4. I have not had one issue with V4 from what ppl have said. If i had one, and it had to do withwith a script or app. I'm loving V4 until TDJ rls next version with his venom kernel especially when it will be able to oc/uv. I cant wait to see that rls.

Device: Samsung Tmobile S2 [SGH-T989]

ROM: DARKSIDE EVOLUTION 3 V4 UVLE1

Radio: UVLE1 Modem

Recovery: TWRP 2.1.8

Theme: Touch0Color DARKSIDE EVOLUTION3 or AOSP ICS by phoenix6

Tweak Script: SUPERCHARGER V6 U9RC9T18, KAK, 3G Turbocharger,Wifi Afterburner & Diehard battery calibrator

Mods: N/A
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] thederekjay:
To clarify how this works.. The static wallpaper selection from the Gallery is only supported on touchwiz launcher. All other launchers you will have to just the scrolling wallpaper selection and the launcher you use has to support static wallpapers.. If it have to remove the static wallpaper support for tw launcher from gallery i will..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] SirRastusBear:
Well said, good sir...

TDJ, I just wanted to say that I've been flashing your ICS roms for my T-989 and have loved every single version/tweak/etc I've tried so far! I am one of the "lucky" (?) souls who has ZERO issues. Granted, I'm still back on v2 of Evolution (with your Venom kernel, of course!) and have resisted the temptation lately to move up, somehow..(but will certainly flash when you have new release with kinks out and kernel back). But I have had NO camera fail, app freeze, boot hang, TiB fail (well, I'm using Rom Toolbox pro),lagging, etc. I'm getting excellent battery life (just last weekend with about 3.5 hours screen on time and moderate use I was on my way to getting 48 hours on a charge..until I started playing a game on my phone and didn't stop, lol). My phone ROCKS!

So, no complain/whine/kvetch/piss & moan etc here..just a big THANK YOU DEREK!

and an apology to those who may not be so "lucky"...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] thederekjay:
Ok that went over your head then.. The wallpaper work. Just use the bigger picture and not the small one.. Look at the screens below.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] DirtySant0:
That worked. Thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Nismo13:
I see what you mean. But it works for that picture because it can,be cropped perfectly. My wallpapers are of a skyline so the picture is tall and if I crop it like you suggest then it would cut off part of the wallpaper
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] TheTechNiq:
Anyway to edit what's in the app drawer on the homescreen.?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] bobbymokie:
Helps to know what version/launcher you're using, but generally you just long press and move like any other icon
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] rickm8384:
TDJ, I've been using your rom since darkside dewizzed. I have been here since you first introduced us to flags, since the new years eve gift you gave us of a new kernel, and since the first ICS roms. I mostly keep quiet here because for the most part, any issue i have someone else usually asks about before me. I've donated to you before at least twice I believe. I am definitely due to send you over some more which I will take care of tomorrow.

That all being said, dude, you rock. What you have done for this phone is akin to what slicing did for bread. Please don't change your methods. I eagerly await every gift you give us. Because of you and your development, I will not be spending 700 dollars on the S3 because this phone with your work is gold.

Thank you for everything good sir!

P.S. Donation in your box. Enjoy it!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] schgittyfour:
thank u i will try this out !

*tried doing it but it was stuck trying to back up data . i ended up pulling battery out. so thats another issue! :-(

i applied it before and after rom
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] gatorstew:
Hmmm, maybe why some here are seeing big battery drain when idle. I was hoping we weren't crazy. But then again it may totally be unrelated... I'm not sure... But regardless, tdj, good find!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] shnn2011:
I would never do anything like that without his permission. I would like to know what is going on in the sources is all, maybe I could help as well. I've been a Unix System admin for years and I am just trying to learn more in this dark art of ROM programming.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] teambestyrandy:
Guys with wallpaper coping issue use quick pic app from market it works wonders
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] free2saute:
I did the downgrade to V5 everything working good data on all day and jamming some music and I get good battery life thanks for a smooth ROM so far still under test :p
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] himmatwala:
Downgrade from what?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] free2saute:
Read change log on OP it will make sense.......:thumbup:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] MisiuKP:
Hi TDJ,

Thank you for your commitment and outstanding work on the ROM!

I'm following your work since I got this phone. Currently I'm on the v5 and am I'm loving it!

Only bugs I'm noticed are:

- stay awake option is disabled after reboot,

- can't access voicemail settings
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Xhyperion:
The power control widget is kind of cut off on the right
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
I have this setting disabled (default).
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] sinfulgray:
Not sure what your trouble is but here is the original thread might help you out if not pm me and i can try and guide you through it. :laugh:

V6 supercharger http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=991276
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Gotroot:
Thanks foe the reply I found out it was the terminal proggy I was using lol
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Gotroot:
Thederekjay I was wondering why you have not tried the aroma installer for this rom.. for option to install themes or scripts or what not. Love the rom already great job!!!!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] thederekjay:
That is because you're using vvm
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] himmatwala:
Installed V5 and I feel that it is much smoother than V4. Thanks TDJ for this wonderful ROM. :good:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] tomasitoc:
my appreciation

Hello TDJ,

V5 is awesome!!!!!!!!

a night and day difference from V4

I am donating, even though it is not much

Confirmation number: 61381596X5347925U
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Capt-CDD:
Just a thought, if the rez on your wall paper is so high that you loose content if you crop perhaps you could take it into a photo editor rescale and then do as TDJ describes.

If you rescale the picture you should maintain content just make smaller the format.. I like the skyline of your city too. Good luck!