yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Motorola Photon 4G] Jleeblanch:
I just commented about CWM v6 in the CM9 thread but... thanks man! Definitely looks sweet!

So definitely stay away from flashing Gapps at the moment, correct? But now is it ok to flash away at everything else? Or is it a use at your own risk kinda situation currently? Lol...

**Edit** I noticed a few new options under backup/restore option. Curious as to what "free Nandroid space" actually does. I tried it and it said "freeing Nandroid space... Nandroid space freed" but not sure of any actual difference.

Also, tried to do a Backup but it failed at "mounting /system" and then quit. Anyone else have this problem? Joker, and suggestions? Should I manually "mount /system" prior to doing a backup?
[Motorola Photon 4G] B-Real206:
sweet!

:victory: Way to go Joker!!
[Motorola Photon 4G] tommyb_:
just so you guys believe me haha i do have working data cdma uscc
[Motorola Photon 4G] MikeyLee:
Must be nice LOL
[Motorola Photon 4G] secret.animal:
Sounds like you need to use Th3Bills aroma prep. Or in cwm, report error, show log. Try aroma installer. Should work fine then.
[Motorola Photon 4G] Lancerz:
Yeah its not flashing for me either, it installs instantly as if it went through but doesn't actually flash.
[Motorola Photon 4G] MIONS:
Same with me not flashing instantly says done with nothing done tried twicw
[Motorola Photon 4G] Jleeblanch:
SuperSU Root Fix...

I just wanna let everyone know that I updated the SuperSU root fix zip so that it doesn't conflict with Th3Bill's Options Chooser zips. Basically I just renamed the apk and edited the scripts to match.

The previous links are now dead and I recommend that everyone stop using them and use the attached files below. I've also included links for users that have issues with downloading attachments.

NOTE: Only use the below zips if you are having issues with obtaining root access after flashing a rom!

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A second Note: So everyone knows, the difference between v1.1 and v2.1 is simple...

SuperSU-root_fix-v1.1.zip = this version calls for BusyBox directly and should also work for Atrix users

SuperSU-root_fix-v2.1.zip = this version calls the mount points directly as some have reported issues with BusyBox.

Above are the download links via my DevHost account. If you prefer to download via attachment, well I've got that here for you two.

Also, please refer back to this post when using the SuperSU root fix and don't re-upload and share the files thru your own means. If you do use these files, and I know a lot of you do, please hit the THANKS button :)
[Motorola Photon 4G] MIONS:
Any one could confirm flashing the last version
[Motorola Photon 4G] wolficus:
Apologies if this has been asked before.

Is there a way to get the non oberclocked kernel? I would like to try this rom out but i tend to have issues with oc kernels.

sent from my cm7 electrify
[Motorola Photon 4G] Jleeblanch:
I think that one is a first actually. Or definitely hasn't been asked in a hot minute.

I've been thinking about this too and will post a test stock-ish kernel soon :)
[Motorola Photon 4G] wolficus:
Awesome :) cant wait to try it out.

sent from my cm7 electrify
[Motorola Photon 4G] Jleeblanch:
Ok, nice. I'm syncing sources now. I'll report back with an update soon!
[Motorola Photon 4G] aywwts4:
Flashed the Aroma_Prep found here http://goo.im/devs/Th3Bill/Extras

Also did the report error, show log in CWM.

Still had Error 6 when flashing after that. Same issues.
[Motorola Photon 4G] Th3Bill:
I tried using the latest version of Aroma. I think there is something that isn't liking our Photons. I'm going to re-do the rom tonight using the previous Aroma and see what I can do. It won't be until after midnight, though...sorry guys :D
[Motorola Photon 4G] MIONS:
I just flashed justinbean gapps i think it uses same aroma version and it works on photon
[Motorola Photon 4G] br0adband:
So far for me, I'm not really diggin' this Aroma stuff. I know it's the newest supposedly greatest thing but, honestly, is there any legitimate reason to not be using CWM which has worked flawlessly for many many years (at least for me, on dozens of devices) without a single hiccup or issue?

I get what Aroma is supposed to do for people - and yes I'm well aware this is a developer's forum overall, not a user-based one - but... well I guess I'll just never understand it from the non-dev viewpoint. I'm a firm believer that newer doesn't always necessarily mean better, if that makes sense in this respect.

I've tried to get Aroma working properly on this Photon and the touch-aspect never does, regardless of the situation, I always end up using the buttons to control it so, for me I think I'm going back to stock for the time being - the only real reason I was interested in ICS/JB was the data monitoring to keep track of usage but, on this T-Mobile plan and since I keep the phone in 2G/EDGE mode anyway which is effectively unlimited I suppose I just don't care about usage anymore. :)

Pretty sure I can find an app to monitor that under GB anyway. No matter how much I try, I can't find anything compelling about ICS/GB on the Photon, there just isn't anything that makes me require it when GB does all the stuff I care about anyway.

It's not your builds, Th3Bill, or any others, it's just that I want a device that works and that means everything including the video recording and does so without any issues, and that for me means stock basically. The CM7 build from cybik has been phenomenal as well but, it still ain't stock.

/me continues to blame Motorola for all of it, obviously...
[Motorola Photon 4G] Kevets:
Nice viewpoint. I feel the same way, mostly. I keep up with Th3Bill's frequent updates and enjoy them for what they are but I could easily deal with stock.
[Motorola Photon 4G] niphoet:
I agree, I guess I'm old school. I like flashing the old fashioned way also.
[Motorola Photon 4G] Jleeblanch:
Kernel is compiling now :)
[Motorola Photon 4G] dragontology:
WRT stock vs. ICS/JB, I look at it this way:

Stability <-- Stock/CM7 --x-- ICS/JB ROMs --> Bells and Whistles

My wife uses and swears by the stock ROM (though, she hasn't spent much time with the others) and even uses the Blur Home launcher. It Just Works and she can use the camera. Also, every little thing that goes wrong, she puts it in my face, "This is why I keep my phone stock" and all I can do is hang my head... until the opportunity presents itself to show off Google Now. "Play some A Day to Remember" (her favorite band) and it does, just like that... Yeah that's a nice feature, but then again Maluuba will do the same in Gingerbread.

The data monitoring you want is LBE Privacy Guard. This app is great in GB and ICS, but don't use it in JB. I hear there is a beta version for JB, but I wouldn't mess with it. I don't know what it is, but when it loads into memory, it will reboot your phone. I do believe root is required, at least for its permissions manager. The data monitoring part might not need it, though.

Gingerbread is just old... I can get most of the functionality I want out of it. Holo Launcher recreates most of the ICS feel in GB. Maluuba is a fair Google Now replacement. For me it's just the little things in Android 4.x that keep me from going back. I do however keep a nandroid of a CM7 (Cybik's) that I restore and update every couple weeks. I do not mind using it. I simply prefer ICS/JB.
[Motorola Photon 4G] br0adband:
Well, I too would love to get an actual fully functional ICS or JB on the Photon, I'm not saying I wouldn't - I'm simply saying that there are aspects that no dev, regardless of how talented they may happen to be, is going to be able to overcome without that code from Motorola or wherever so, it just irks me (and many many others, obviously) that we can't make the best use of our devices possible.

Same old same old, it's nothing new, I know, we all have the same basic story in this situation with Motorola literally pulling the rug out from under us/shafting everyone when a promise was made and not kept.

I do like some aspects of JB so far, but my Wife loves Netflix and not being able to run that on ICS or JB on this obviously powerful enough Photon is pretty disheartening to say the least, so back to stock I go. I can live with most everything else, including the lack of proper video recording but, the Netflix thing is/was the breaking point right now. Gotta keep the Wife happy. :)

I do appreciate all the help we've had from devs and the parties responsible for leaks that move things along, however. Was hoping that Atrix leak would help out with respect to the HWA for Netflix in either ICS or JB but, it doesn't look like it'll happen so, the hope remains that a leak of something really useful and directly targeted at the Photon happens.

Mine's still up for sale, has been for a while now but there's nobody biting on it so, I keep using it but, if someone wants it then it's gone and I'm movin' on to Samsung still hoping to find a good deal (read: cheap as hell) on a Note.
[Motorola Photon 4G] anoob4eva:
I don't see the Aroma installer. Is 10-10 not the newest anymore? I don't see anything newer in TheBills goo.me Photon CM10 page.

Sent from my MoPho powered by Jokersax Jelly Beans
[Motorola Photon 4G] famous84:
the dev removed it, and he will fix and upload it again soon. just like he said :
[Motorola Photon 4G] Th3Bill:
Ok....not sure what just happened there. I'm going to do something else. Rather than Aroma for ALL...gonna do this:

Standard Flash CWM CM10

ROMOPTIONS-ONLY CM10 related after-options (cdma/gsm, storage change, ussc)

This way...if you don't need anything other than standard, you can just flash it and be done :D

BTW...Standard Flash CM10 is already up, and I tested it this time :D

ROMOPTIONS is UP! It's a small file and will flash very fast. It's only got a couple of options in it, and is ONLY needed if you're looking for

GSM prop

Tweaked prop

USSC

or Storage Swap​
[Motorola Photon 4G] MailenJokerbell:
So GSM will only work (showing signal and stuff, because it works flawlessly when Roaming) in the ROMOPTIONS version?
[Motorola Photon 4G] Th3Bill:
ROMOPTIONS is not a ROM. It's just a few options that will allow GSM to work or USSC. That's all. If you flash it by itself, you will not have a ROM on your phone...lol
[Motorola Photon 4G] frozndevl:
I have to ask, what does the tweaked prop do? I remember reading before that you had worked some build prop tweaks into the standard, so have these been broken out now or is this something new?
[Motorola Photon 4G] Th3Bill:
Helps a little with battery and data
[Motorola Photon 4G] mxmarcus:
Aroma installer is built in 10-18 rom
[Motorola Photon 4G] playingwithfire:
Can we get a mod to edit in Th3Bill's goo address into the first post here?
[Motorola Photon 4G] Treadstone06:
Flashing the ROM

I was going to try out this ROM but the link is dead. From what I can gather, Joker is gone and The3Bill has taken over? If that's true, is this ROM even still available and where can I get it? Thanks to whoever takes the time to help.
[Motorola Photon 4G] frozndevl:
http://goo.im/devs/Th3Bill/CM10/Photon

Here is the link to Th3Bill's goo file location.

In response to Treadstone06, Bill has taken over where Joker left off.
[Motorola Photon 4G] aywwts4:
Thanks, working great, The Aroma Options worked too, Thanks for streamlining the GSM processes, this was far easier and less kludgy.

After so many great roms and two months of updates, why not start your own thread you can update? You deserve it. 95% of the stuff in here isn't relevant anymore/links to jokersax anyways and you can still link to this old thread in a new thread.
[Motorola Photon 4G] Treadstone06:
Steps

Ok, thanks for the response. Since this thread is kind of a combo, would someone be kind enough to break down the steps for me to flash this. I unsure what exactly I'm needing (other than the "MIUI.us.Sunfire_2.9.29_Aroma_Signed_Th3Bill" file). This is my first unlocked flashing I've done on the Photon and am trying to keep from bricking anything. Thanks again. Also, The3Bill thanks for taking the time to keep this ROM going as it looks like it has some potential.
[Motorola Photon 4G] niphoet:
Bill, I flashed the newest release and the Rom Options. In the options i told it to set the EMMC as primary storage but when I rebooted my external was /sdcard (/storage/sdcard0) and my internal was sdcard1. I had to manually change them in the advanced settings of the Rom. Not a huge deal, just wanted you to know. Thanks again for everything!
[Motorola Photon 4G] frozndevl:
Wrong thread for miui actually, this is the CM10 thread. However, the basics are still the same. Perform a nandroid backup. since this is your first flash, I would suggest a full wipe (data/system/dalvik/cache) then flash the zip file. If the one you are choosing to install is Aroma based, you don't need to wipe prior to flashing as the wiping options are inside Aroma.
[Motorola Photon 4G] Treadstone06:
Sorry

My apologies for my noobness lol. I successfully got it to flash but have a couple of questions, so I'll attempt to track down the appropriate thread and ask those questions there. Thanks for taking the time to respond to me. It's appreciated.
[Motorola Photon 4G] Th3Bill:
Honestly, I'm using a lot of work that Joker did, and adding in some fixes that I've figured out. I am hoping that he will be back soon, as he finally has his PC fixed. I've been doing this as much a maintain it for him kinda thing, as we work together on a LOT of stuff, and he's done a ton for me in the past.

I appreciate your vote of confidence. I'm also really happy that the romoptions zip worked well too :)
[Motorola Photon 4G] MailenJokerbell:
Lol sorry I'm kind of stupid.

Since I never used it or anything I assumed it was another bundle-type thingie like Aroma.
[Motorola Photon 4G] anoob4eva:
I really appreciate your work Th3Bill. Everything is working great for me on tweaked CDMA. I don't know what you tweaked but I trust it's all good.

The storage designation seems to be not working or backwards. I set external and got internal storage.

Sent from my MoPho powered by Jokersax Jelly Beans
[Motorola Photon 4G] Lancerz:
Opening the kickstand doesn't kill the sound in this build. That was the only issue I had and now it's gone, great work.
[Motorola Photon 4G] niphoet:
Same here, otherwise all good.
[Motorola Photon 4G] mk3:
Yeah looks like it. I downloaded and installed 10/18 file and still had the problem but looking it seems the 10/18 file has a newer date. Was there a 2nd upload of that file? Anyways I downloaded and reinstalled 10/18 and now it seems to be working perfectly (problem solved).

Sorry Bill, couldnt get Logcat only have computer access while at work.
[Motorola Photon 4G] frozndevl:
Yes, he pulled the original down and uploaded the fix
[Motorola Photon 4G] mk3:
Good then I know I'm not crazy...
[Motorola Photon 4G] br0adband:
Wow, didn't even think to try the kickstand on the 10/18 build and voila, it works, awesome. :good:
[Motorola Photon 4G] drpepper84:
Does the 4g work for anyone on sprint?
[Motorola Photon 4G] br0adband:
Once you unlock the bootloader on the Photon, the 4G is history (explictly meaning Sprint's WiMAX 4G implementation, see below as there are others that still function) - it's about that simple (as I understand it). I don't know the technical reason but, that's pretty much the answer I've seen given to everyone that has asked or continues to ask that question (since new people come and go, etc).

Since getting a custom ROM on the Photon requires a) root and b) the unlocked bootloader, that means the only way to keep the 4G ability is to remain pure stock.

Now, I could be wrong about some or even all of that, but in the hundreds if not thousands of posts for the Photon over the past 2-3 weeks that I've read, that's the answer: once you unlock the bootloader, 4G simply will not work.

/me wonders if he's correct but will find out soon enough...

Another thing to note is there are different technologies that all fall under the 4G umbrella these days: there's Sprints 4G implementation which is WiMAX based; T-Mobile and AT&T's implementation which is HSPA+/HSDPA+ based (pretty sure that's correct); and then there's the Verizon implementation which is LTE (I think they did use WiMAX as well in some devices however), and of course these providers can always change stuff at any time but, I think it's safe to say the WiMAX one is the least popular one currently and the one that will fade into relative obscurity faster than the others.
[Motorola Photon 4G] dragontology:
You lost that when you unlocked your bootloader. No ROM will give it back. You will have to SBF back to stock (relock your bootloader) to get 4G back. So I'm told.
[Motorola Photon 4G] anoob4eva:
Just a small correction: Sprint has now provides LTE and no longer sells WiMax phones. ATT also has LTE. And Verizon never used WiMax.

Sent from my MoPho powered by Jokersax Jelly Beans
[Motorola Photon 4G] br0adband:
So now I've been 5k00l3d... ;)
[Motorola Photon 4G] anoob4eva:
Is it just me or is the Joker Jelly Google Apps Calendar out of sync with the one in the market? I just removed Joker's and got the newest from market.

UPDATE: I tried initially to remove the Calendar Storage app also, but that causes force closing in the app. So you need to leave Joker's calendar storage.

Sent from my MoPho powered by Jokersax Jelly Beans
[Motorola Photon 4G] Jleeblanch:
Yes, jokers jelly Gapps are somewhat out dated. I'm actually planning to update those after I finish what I'm currently working on updating :)
[Motorola Photon 4G] xsisbest:
Are there any alternative kernels for CM10 yet? I was searching and found this thread and was curious if this would work:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1749863

The reason I'm trying is cause my wife would like to use her bluetooth headset to listen to music on. My Evo LTE didn't work with a rom called miklatte but works with CM10 and Badseeds rom. The kernel seems to be the key. I just can't find a different one to try. Thanks for any help!
[Motorola Photon 4G] anoob4eva:
I don't really mind updating them manually from the Play Store (I had to do this with Gmail and Maps, for instance). The issue is that the Google Calendar update didn't even show up. I had to install it manually, and then I had 2 Google Calendars.

Sent from my MoPho powered by Jokersax Jelly Beans
[Motorola Photon 4G] dragontology:
Actually, all the Sunfire ROMs use the Froyo kernel, so anything newer, I'm not sure will work (or one would be available, I would think).
[Motorola Photon 4G] ericdabbs:
I am having trouble flashing CM10 Th3Bill's 10-18-12 rom version. After unlocking my bootloader, doing a factory reset with wipe dalvik cache, and then flashing the cm10 10/18 rom in CWM. Now the phone keeps getting stuck on the CWM boot animation and never gets to the google welcome screen? Its been over 20 mins and I know it doens't take this long to boot up.

Any advice on what the heck is going on?

EDIT: Turns out my friend was using the CWM 5.0.2.8 that he installed from ROM Manager. After trying a few things, I got fed up and decided to install CWM 5.0.2.7-photon 3. Then I ran Th3Bill's FULL_WIPE.zip and then installed the CM10 10/18 rom and then the welcome screen booted up after 3 mins of the CM10 splash screen animation. Man I didn't know that CM10 was so sensitive to the CWM versions.
[Motorola Photon 4G] TheCrispytoast:
What's the hd dock haha? Are you talking about the atrix laptop dock mod that works with photon?

---------- Post added at 06:32 AM ---------- Previous post was at 06:30 AM ----------

would be awesome jlee, much appreciated.
[Motorola Photon 4G] dragontology:
It's this bad boy right here.

But I retract my question. It's not up to CM10 to support the dock, that's a webtop issue, and webtop requires a Blur-based ROM. Lokifish Marz makes a replacement, but it too requires a Blur-based ROM. I've used webtop on my wife's phone... and it's unimpressive. Loki's is probably better, but it's not something I want in any case. I'm okay with HD mirroring. I just wish rather than zooming qHD, it actually used full HD, but that's (probably) outside the scope of CM10.

Also, forget the Atrix -- Photon had a lapdock of its own. I came across a broken one -- seems like the battery's permanently drained, or maybe the contacts are bad, I haven't cracked it open yet.
[Motorola Photon 4G] na7q:
ROM manager recovery doesn't work. Never has. It has no support. It should not be used. I have no idea why it's even available with ROM manager. That's why research should always be done before doing these things.
[Motorola Photon 4G] Jleeblanch:
Actually, this isn't entirely true. Rom Manager recovery DOES work and is very stable. Its just not meant for CM9/CM10 based ROMs as we don't have official ICS/JB. Rom Manager recovery (v5.0.2.8) is good for stock based ROMs and CM7.

I did a write up on all the Recovery's we have available and what should be used for what, apparently I need to dig that post up again so people aren't causing confusion amongst each other.
[Motorola Photon 4G] RoG3:
Speaking of confusion, this applies to ROM manager's ROM manager only, not CWM, right?
[Motorola Photon 4G] Rapheal:
Download links not working

Hello,

So I'm preparing to to give JB/10 a run when the links in the 1st page are giving 403 errors. Sooo should I try Th3Bill or is there another site?

Thnx:confused:

Never mind, search is your friend...
[Motorola Photon 4G] secret.animal:
Go to www.goo.im go to developers, find Th3Bills name and you can download the cm10 from the sight. Just make sure to be on the proper CWM, and use the one with photon, if that is what you are using. Don't forget to get the options do you will have GAPPS.
[Motorola Photon 4G] MIONS:
U will find them at

Goo.im/devs/the3bill
[Motorola Photon 4G] TheCrispytoast:
What's the latest cwm dudes?
[Motorola Photon 4G] secret.animal:
Best one to use is CWM 5.5.0.4 if memory serves me right for all cm9 and cm10. Jleeblanch, posted something earlier here showing the different options of which CWM to use. I will update this post with the link to his post as soon as I find it. That is unless someone else beats me to it.

There is a more recent one but does not work well with the builds.
[Motorola Photon 4G] TheCrispytoast:
Can anyone be a real lifesaver and upload a temporary mirror of the latest cm10(unless bill is not okay with that)? I have no internet on my pc and can't download from the flash enabled goo manager - long story short I can't download from goo, so a temp. mirror with a direct download would help tons! Thanks to anyone who takes time out of their busy day!

Toast <3s you

Any way to check cwm version while away from a charger? If not, I might have to just wait til I get home. I am pretty sure I've been on 0.4 for a while, but I might still be on 0.2...
[Motorola Photon 4G] br0adband:
<guess that didn't work as well as I had hoped... files removed, moving on...>

Also, sold the Photon so I'm done with it anyway I suppose. ;)
[Motorola Photon 4G] Jleeblanch:
I don't recommend leaving that link there very long. Th3Bill does NOT like his work hot linked and posted by others.

Also, please don't recommend using the photon3 (cwm version 5.0.2.7) to users on CM9/CM10 ROMs. Yes, some users have or may have had good luck with using it. It is a stable recovery but its more for users on stock based ROMs and CM7/CM7 based ROMs.

The recommended recovery for CM9/CM10 is jokers v3 cwm recovery (version 5.5.0.4) as its been edited/modified to work better with those builds. You can download that recovery here.

One last thing, if someone is having issues downloading directly from the site (for whatever reason) than another option would be to download the Goo Manager app from the Play Store found here.

Then just hit <Browse all files </devs </Th3Bill </whatever you want from there!

You shouldn't experience the same issues with the app that you do with the website. If needed, I can probably find a direct download for Goo Manager