yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Danbuffalo:
I don't know if you guys experience what I experience here... coming from stock gb... after flashing this rom and tb restore my swiftkey ,I found that the typing experience is greatly unpleasant.. I'm a fast typer and I found this rom extremely slow or lag while using the keyboard. even after I switch to stock keyboard, Samsung keyboard or swype keyboard... the response speed is extremely slow.

Please advice.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] showbo:
Simply amazing ROM. I followed the OP instructions to a 'T'. Except I used kernel cleanser after the dark super wipe. Not a single issue. Wifi calling works, no hangs on shutdown. Phone is running smooth, I used the tellus radio.

Thanks again for the great ROM.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
Use Go Launcher EX, Apex, or any other custom launcher out there that has themes and they will work fine.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] gkaradag11:
Exactly. I live overseas. It was daytime when this ROM was released. So yeah I had a full day with my phone. And it was long enough for me to tell that the battery life is not the same. Are you convinced now? Plus I am not complaining about it. I just say it is not the same.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Jdom58:
That's not the norm with this rom, either do the Darkside cache wipe first and reboot or if that doesn't clear it up reflash the rom but make sure to delete data, system, and then Darkside Cache Wipe, then Darkside Super Wipe. I know it sounds redundant but that's what I always do just to be extra cautious since it only takes an extra minute and I have not experienced one thing people complain about here.

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That's strange, not doubting you but are you sure it's not an app or multiple apps causing that? All these new releases Telus/TMob have had excellent battery life so far and I'm pretty sure TDJ hasn't made many changes in this one yet to make such a difference. Did you flash with a fully charged battery?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] ScreamingSkulls:
#1 suggested rule....Coming from GB do not restore apps or apps w/ data...Don't restore anything coming from GB to ICS. Grab the latest swiftkey apk from their forums and install fresh, you will be amazed. :D

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Does everyone realize you can go to https://play.google.com/store?hl=en&tab=w8 and click on "My Android Apps" and then just click "install" on each app and it will auto sync to your phone. Takes seconds.

Just a FYI.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] gkaradag11:
It is the same setup that I was using on the other ROM. I don't quite remember my battery percentage when I flashed the ROM. But it was not full battery.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] vahdyx:
I'm using stock ICS and basic root and I didn't plan on changing that at all.

But looking at the overwhelming happy people. I feel like I should to get a little performance boost. I'm dealing with lag galore on stock system.

I hate flashing new roms though, and a lot is my fault since I don't know how to back up and restore then clear my SD card from the nonsense.

Since I'm a very conflicted person in general, I figured I'll continue to let this disability control me and ask your advice;

Knowing I hate repeatedly setting up my phone. Would you guys consider this to be the one to flash just for UI smoothness or should I wait it out for a final version?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] tdizzle404:
ring ring "wtf?" lol

Not complaining just reporting that the browser seems slow when loading Noticed it on the stock update from kies also.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
Can you post your BetterBatteryStats screenshots to show that it is not an app causing the issue? Process and Partial Wakelock screens should be enough.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] ScreamingSkulls:
Knowing you from your post I would suggest waiting, at least until kernel is posted later this week. Give it some time. :D

You actually use the stock browser? :eek:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Spitfire:
@vahdyx,

He has not gotten a chance to tweak much with this version, you might be better off waiting for at least the first version with his custom kernel. That's what will really make the ROM work as intended.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Splaktar:
If you hate flashing ROMs and setting up your phone, then wait for a stable version. This is not the one you want yet. This was just the first release of the final stock build. More customizations and tweaks are sure to come in the next week or two.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] vahdyx:
Haha okay I like that advice and will wait.

***Edit***

Wow thanks everyone. I appreciate it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] ObiCiscoNobi:
Question; I want to flash this ROM but I am running stock ICS with no root as of right now. Does the root method via ODIN works safely with stock ICS?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] llaugerm:
Yes it does make sure you install root.zip in the root of your SD Card.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] HiM@L:
Yes...it does. but download the latest su file...with 3.0.7 from http://androidsu.com/superuser/

then u are good to go.

Steps: odin the tar file and flash su file from cwm..then flash the rom.

worked for me.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Indian9990:
TDJ,

Could you use the new TW launcher that allows resizeable widgets in the next release pwease :D?!

Thanks :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] peppersu812:
Correction both work
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] tdizzle404:
School me please lol these things are funny

You actually use the stock browser? :eek:[/QUOTE]

What browser do you guys prefer I just want something simply that loads pages fast lol
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] derrikc:
Use Dolphin HD or Chrome... you'll never look back!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] mysticfrog:
Guys I've got a issue with chrome.. When i try to scroll down it just keeps showing me the top of the loaded page.. Then after a few seconds meaning about ten it finally lets me do it.. But when i refresh it does it all over again any ideas.. I've redownloaded and everything..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] mysticfrog:
Let me rephrase it it will scroll but it always go back up to the top of the page..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] thederekjay:
This rom is built from the official odin package from samsung. Those issues are not present here.

that is a feature of ICS

i will add them in due time

Nothing.

Omg I have never seen so much whining and crying over such stupid stuff. This is the first release, not the final release. Give me some time here. Updates will come and mods will start popping up. Relax.

:: DARKSIDE ::

"I am turned into a sort of machine for observing facts and grinding out conclusions..."
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] FastJoe78:
TouchWiz 5x4x5

So...

How does one change the screen that you are brought to after pressing the home key? I have been trying all day and I cannot seem to remember...Although I keep thinking it was pretty simple. I guess I'm asking how to change the main home screen from say #3 to #2 (I only use three screens)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] mjg688:
Been trying to figure this out myself....kind of funny something so simple is driving me NUTS!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] RushAOZ:
Ics browser+ ftw

The quick controls are a godsend. If you haven't tried it I suggest you do!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] dnsmo:
any chance we get the volume wake on this one now to be working? thanks tdj for the great rom yet.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] wilson pickett:
click hot spot box,turn on hot spot,click box again,click capacitive menu button,click configure.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] FSUSeminole:
I'm on track

to have better battery conservation on this versus the 2.3.6 GB Juggz w/ Bullet kernel I was running before.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] gatorstew:
For some reason I was thinking you were in Seattle... :confused:

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Just a suggestion, but why would you take a benchmark for battery life without having a full battery?

Also remember that, plugging in your phone to your PC, wall to charge it, and/or a reboot will all reset battery stats.

The best way to benchmark is to charge to 100%. Do not reboot or plug your phone in until it gets down to 5%. Take a look at battery stats at that point.

After 20% of light use, mine is on pace for 31.5 hours of life with 3 hours of screen time. However, it'll be sitting idle for at least 6 hours tonight which will increase overall life. Good luck.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] k holley:
guys i unrooted and took ota for ics so what tar file do i need to flash in odin to root?

i just rooted my phone couple weeks ago so i flash the same one in odin then flash new su in recovery?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] frescoraja:
I have not found a way to do this either.. Seems screen 3 is the default if you have 3 or more screens.. Must be hard coded some where..

I miss the widgets in the app drawers and the animations. Has anyone tried touch wiz from sgs3 on here yet? Gotta link?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] tonloc69:
Disable default superwipe during upgrade flash

I am trying to find out if there is a switch or what way I need to disable the superwipe from wiping my phone when I am simply upgrading the rom from the prior version. I don't want to have to setup everything again every time I upgrade.

I have tried searching but I haven't found anything yet... Advice?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] LoopDoGG79:
Advice is this is not an update, it got rebased, its an initial release, hence a clean base is needed. Superwipe is standard for TDJ. It will prevent issues that will show up if you don't wipe

Sent from the Darkside, ICS style
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Rushing:
your answer is in dev stickies

you want the recoverycwmhercules.tar to flash in odin...

** Remember to disable your antivirus on phone and pc as well as your pc firewall to avoid problems.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] peppersu812:
Just go to galaxys2root .com it has what ya need
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] gmoney11:
just flashed. so far, so great.

any plans to add the CRT animation and additional lockscreen options?

Again, great work to everyone involved.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] teh_lorax:
Backup ROM

Install ROM

Restore /data
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Teo032:
Late on the reply, but just for clarification for those who are curious. I was saying false that the ROM includes radio already. Radio is not included in any custom ROMs that's why the devs have a separate file to flash for it.

But yes, agree that if you have an ICS radio already you don't need to flash another. I recommend the telus radio if you are in socal ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] shatterpoints:
Just want to chime in on this ROM. Among the first hour or so that I used it the phone went into "Roaming" only once. I tried the airplane mode trick and that did not work. I did install it as directed and have had no hangs or random reboots. I rebooted the phone and that fixed the roaming issue for now. Been running 4 hours now and that was my only hiccup. I am enjoying a working ICS. Its going to be the new DD up from juggs 5.0
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] FarReach:
What weather widget are you using in the second screen shot you took??
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Gamesoul Master:
Definitely looking forward to trying this out.

Just one question though. I know better than to ask for a specific mod, but does anybody know what file I could work with to add back in the AM/PM in the status bar, and maybe even customize it to be smaller? Or better yet, is there some tool that would allow me to do such a thing? I figure my experience with programming probably doesn't hold **** to doing something like this, but a point in the right direction and my persistence should hopefully be enough to get the job done.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] ScottBroker:
Any tags on this rom for the New Launcher???
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Mr. bird:
I'm sorry if this has been asked before, but I can't send picture messages through wifi calling.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] gooface:
Excuse my Ignorance but:

so I dont need any of the OTA updates to use the latest build?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] badaphooko01:
This is the best battery I've ever had since owning this phone.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] blitzeratic1:
Been loving the rom so far but battery been draining crazy fast. Hopefully it'll have some battery tweaks in later roms.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] thederekjay:
Make sure your using the uvle1 radio ;)

:: DARKSIDE ::

"I am turned into a sort of machine for observing facts and grinding out conclusions..."
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] thederekjay:
Don't ask because its not even close to ready...

:: DARKSIDE ::

"I am turned into a sort of machine for observing facts and grinding out conclusions..."
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] suaverc118:
Hey TDJ, are you going to be doing the venum to your telus rom also? I'm asking because I saw a post of you saying you liked the telus version over the tmobile and I want to try it. Thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] ian577416:
Good to be using your stuff again Derek. Loved what you did in the mytouch 4g days. Possible flame question, do I have to flash the modified LE1 radio or is stock sufficient?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Mr. bird:
Haven't changed radios in a month

I updated my phone through kies Monday night, so that would have included the radio right.. Then I rooted and installed this ROM.. The other radio I flashed last month wouldn't still be there right.? Thanks for the help
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] S.V.I:
battery

This is what's going on with me. Battery died in half of a day
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Colombia81er:
Is anyone having issue when typing anything ?

When i type my screen jiggles then i get select input method pop up.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] dayzesrs:
Loving the ROM so far. WiFi Calling is much better than on EVO 2. Can't wait to see where this thing goes
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] alex_mib:
I never used wifi calling before, so tried with this ROM and I got an error "sim card not ready", anyone experienced this? Called t-mobile support, they said they sent me some settings and it should work, but so far nothing works.

Also, is there a way to restore widgets after installing new ROM? It says "problem loading widget", I can actually restore system data to get them back, but thats not recommended and I get glitches... Thanks!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] mytoobits:
Some potential fixes regarding WiFi Calling sim card issue...

(1) Run recovery to wipe caches/fix permissions.. if that doesn't work...

(2) You may need to get an updated SIM card. It should have TM9177 or something similar to that printed on the back of the card. You should be able to get this replaced for free at a T-Mobile store... still not working? Then...

(3) Log into your T-Mobile account and update your 911 address.

Hope this helps!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] markusf21:
Your best bet is remove the widgets from your screen and re add it back again

Sent from the iPhone graveyard.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Pardue:
Are you using the Sim that came with your phone? I know I had to swap mine out when wi-fi calling first became available on the SGS II
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] xsteven77x:
Ya there is no way to restore widgets and have them work.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] bigox:
+1 use the SIM that came with your phone same happened to me.

Sent from my iPhone killer.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] camocritters:
Stupid question 101:

Does radio.. have any effect on cell signal.. strength .. keeping a call.. not dropping calls etc

Or has nothing to do at all?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] bigox:
Signal strength yes, as far as dropping a call could be on t mobile end. I've never had a dropped call before.

Sent from my iPhone killer.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] mjg688:
Yes these things can vary depending on both radio and location, only way to find out which on works best is to flash different ones and test it. ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] PC Jona:
hmmm no crt off animation i just noticed?

can when get that in here plz?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Mr. bird:
Sometimes when I restart my phone it will give me a wifi calling error. What I do is turn off wifi calling and turn it back on and it's fine. It has done that to me on the stock unrooted ics too.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] lpdrew:
Hey y'all! Hats off to the Dev for this awesome ROM!!! No issues other than my GPS is pretty much dead. Could not get a lock to save my life!!! Anyone know what to do? Im running everything by the book and as per the Dev's install instructions:( Please advise as this is my main source of nav!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] LoopDoGG79:
TDJ did not add it to Evo 2, he has not indicated it will be added to Evo 3

Sent from the Darkside, ICS style
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Micronads:
Go into google maps and clear cache. Use titanium backup or ROM toolbox
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Docmjldds:
Had that sim error once on this rom. I used the Darkside cache wipe for my fix. Also a few times wifi calling would not enable and a reboot fixed that. Happens when I intentionally want to test cell data operation and I disable wifi. When I re-enable it sometimes ONLY shows the wifi itself working, but no icon for wifi calling and the settings state wifi calling disabled instead of ready for calls.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] thederekjay:
What is this usb issue people complain of but don't explain? I have no usb issues..

:: DARKSIDE ::

"I am turned into a sort of machine for observing facts and grinding out conclusions..."
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Dmkjr:
What's funny about that? More and more people wanting to be apart of the community, learn and enhancing their phones is funny? Smh.

Just remember grasshopper, we were all "NOOB" at one time. Some have learned, some have bricked their phones, and some people still find a need to belittle the newcomers. Its unbecoming. Pick another category to fall in and make xda a better overall community.

Derek, great job again. Getting rock solid ROM performance out of it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] IGKID:
My GPS would never lock or take forever to lock, now it is instant.

How:

1. Download the T-Mobile Specific build (http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1476962 )

2. Transfer to phone

3. Install GPS Test + GPS Status

4. GPS Test --> (tools/settings) CLEAR AGPS / GPS Status --> (tools/settings)Reset

6. Rom Manager --> Fix Permission = REBOOT

7. Install AGPS Patch:

8. GPS Test --> CLEAR AGPS / GPS Status --> Reset

Should lock almost instantly. Make sure you're outside and directly aiming at the sky you're first time.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] alex_mib:
(1) didn't help

(2) SIM card is already TM9177

(3) 911 address is correct

I did a research on this issue before posting, found same solutions but nothing helped...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] omega46:
I've noticed text app seems laggy, when the keyboard moves it leaves a slow ghost effect. Also, Samsung Dive, is this supported?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] alex_mib:
When I bought SGSII they gave me updated SIM card.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] IGKID:
GO SMS, working great, try that.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] ScreamingSkulls:
Works fine if your using the right ROM and radio but i know how to read street signs so i never use gps on my phone. :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] dex1701:
Damn...why did they spend so much money putting those GPS satellites into orbit when they could have just asked you how you acquired your superhuman sign-reading powers?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Docmjldds:
I don't use that launcher. I prefer NovaLauncher. Therefore can't test. But I found this posted somewhere. Does this help? Not sure this is for setting number of screens or the default home screen, which I believe is what you want. If not what you are looking for, sorry for posting possible nonsense.

Step 1: First download a file explorer that supports root for example you get the Root Explorer from Market.

Step 2: Navigate to /system and open default.prop with text editor, and add the following line of code:

ro.csc.homescreen.defaultscreen=3

Where 3 is the number of the default screen you want - 1. So default screen 4 => 3.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] RushAOZ:
I guess I'll start with myself. After all my true only issue was battery life so Im in a better situation than others. I did have a weird screen glitch where the screen when half brick pattern yellow. I had lag here and there.

All I did was flash super wipe twice in cwm.

Flashed the LC8 radio.

Then flashed the rom. I let it sit for about 10 minutes on the home screen.

NOT the initial welcome screen. Rebooted.

Restored all my apps with TB with NO data restoration. I'm all for data restore on on same build updates but when switching bases and builds I just restore the apps themselves.

Afterwords I reboot into cwm and flash cache wipe just for insurance of app stability.

And that's about it. This is my flashing routine for all roms and it works extremely well for every flash. Sometimes if I have data issues I'll reflash the radio.

I only have about 67 apps and really only use about 8 of them during my normal use. Barely touch the rest except games. So yea. Maybe some of you dudes will have a better experience trying this.

I don't install CPU apps or the like because were on a stock kernel. I'd just rather let it be. I know some CPU apps have the capability of screwing up performance.

Oh well. My attempt at helping the needy. My handset just plain doesn't like this release :-/

Not the first time either. My epic 4g hated gingerbreads initial release lol anywho whatevs. Got a fat bowl and Diablo 3 waiting.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] bobbyphoenix:
I flashed super wipe then ROM. No extra radio. No restore apps. I downloaded everything from scratch. My phone is butter smooth with no issues. Maybe flashing different radios and/or restoring apps has the negative effect.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] VictorNYC:
Even when I completely agree with your "we were all "NOOBS" at one time" statement the reality is most of this questions here have already been answered numerous times or are comments from ungrateful ppl that can't seem to understand they have no right to complain about a pretty good ROM that they paid nothing for, and only makes it harder for EVERYONE also to keep up with it ...

Just as an example: I just read about 15 pages trying to stay up to date and learned absolutely nothing new ! And please someone correct me if I'm wrong but this is supposed to be the DEVELOPMENT THREAD ! Besides using the Search Tool in this forum is by far THE FASTEST way to get answers to our questions.. And now on top of it look at me ! Posting useless material on it ! Seeeee? Lol

Artificial Intelligence is no match for natural stupidity....
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] PulldOvr:
My battery drained really fast but its been at 20% for about 2 hours now. So.... not sure but I think a couple power cycles will fix it