yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] inbetween1:
Hi,

First off, I hope this doesn't violate the guideline for threads on "WHATS THE BEST ROM EVER TELL ME NOW!!!11".

I got it only about three weeks ago and it's my first experience with Android.

I am currently running the latest stock on my N7, unlocked and rooted with the latest TWRP, obviously.

I went ahead and made a complete backup via TWRP and backed up all my apps with Titanium Backup.

I am pretty happy with the device so far, but I realized that there are a few features I would like to have, which require a custom ROM.

I have been looking at quite a few different ROMS like Paranoid Android, CM and SmoothROM, but I am still not sure which one best suits me needs, which are the following:

Specific Features:

- "Tablet" mode, DPI/UI change

- ability to change quick settings bar, allowing me to set "true" toggles and adding/removing stuff there

- ability to create a WiFi Hotspot/Access Point on my N7 (so I can share the Internet from my Nexus to other devices, e.g. my PC)

- ability to (automatically) adjust screen brightness/color temperature similar to f.lux on desktops

- (being able to use my Wiimote with the Nexus via Bluetooth, don't know if it's possible even with a custom ROM, as a lot of Bluetooth stuff seems to have become broken some time ago, but would be nice to have)

- option to change themes

General Features:

- fast(er), smooth(er) experience

- stability

- better battery life

I would like the ROM to be relatively user-friendly, without having to deal with manually editing system files or anything like that too much.

I don't really care about being able to overclock or anything.

Another thing I'm still not really sure about is a different kernel. If it makes a significant difference in terms of battery life and speed, I would also like a recommendation here what the most fitting one in combination with a certain custom ROM would be.

Also, I should be all set with having the full TWRP backup and app backup of TB in case anything goes wrong, right?

So, what would you recommend, based on my needs mentioned above, for my very first custom ROM?

Looking forward to your answers and finally getting a non-stock experience :)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vbhtt:
It would be better if you saw this thread first and posted this question there

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] inbetween1:
Yeah, I read that thread (thats why I started off my first post like I did), but I feel like my question deserves its own thread, as I have pretty specific needs for my custom ROM. ( if I'm wrong, please correct me, I'm new here after all)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lolo9393:
TROlls they not IN nor BETWEEN they are out there!
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vbhtt:
I'm just saying that all the different ROMs and kernels are discussed there, so you will know what are the advantages and disadvantages of each, and more people would be able to guide you if you asked this question there.

Whut?

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] najaboy:
Yes, it does violate the rules. Want to know which one suits your needs best? Read, try some out, and form your own opinion.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] inbetween1:
Okay, I'm sorry then.

I'm gonna go ahead and repost this in the other thread.

I was just hoping that someone could get me on the right track by suggesting which ROM has all the features that I'm looking for.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Adinaky:
Exactly this is what xda is about. You'll never get anything on a plate, you have to try new things yourself. I know this from experience, and trust me, it won't take as long as you might think and even if it will, it is a pleasure to do it (at least for me).
[HD2 General] Forqnci:
Hi guys, first post. So heres the problem. My HD2 screen is not glued properly to the base of the phone and it has a little space between them at the bottom right corner ( next to the Power button), whenever i press the screen to close the gap the phone freezes, and i have to remove the batery. It is getting really annoying couse i cant even put the damn thing in my pocket without it freezing. The hardware keys dont even work i just have to restart it. So my question is does any1 know of this problem and can he/she offer a way out?

Sorry for my english. thanks in advance
[HD2 General] Mister B:
Sounds like it been opened before & had not the best assembly.

Would imagine hardware button ribbon is torn or pulled out of socket hence no buttons.

freezing issue could be down to issue with digitizer ribbon or button ribbon or worse ?

Do you have any issues with screen touch & do you know full history of the handset.

If black Void sticker is missing from case screw near battery pins then you know it been opened & most repairs including so called specialists are poor from ones I've seen.
[HD2 General] kingxklick:
I know this is the last thing you want to hear but if it were my device I'd take it apart and redo the assembly myself. Theres plenty of how-to videos with detailed steps. Hope this helps.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] RedMist:
Any idea if there is anything I can do about this?

I could describe the problem, but the pictures attached do a better job!!

NB: The Last picture shows the on-screen controls are not corrupted, just the video.

BTW... Netflix support were hopeless..
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] LinuxAssailant:
I had the exact same issue and with trying multiple ROMS, the only one that worked was an old one. It is software-build related.

The build that worked for me was "update_mk808b_400j1401" I found via one of these links that the eBay seller sent me:

1) http://www.mk808.com/MK808/en/Download.html

2) http://blog.geekbuying.com/index.php/firmware-download/

I used flashing software found here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2070390

It works great, but not their latest Android Build...

I did have issues trying to find Android Phone software working with this device build, but LANmote is a pretty good solution, and the only one I could get to work. I tried like 4 paid versions of apps for this stick, and this is the only one I got to work... Most services(/servers on the machine?) didn't want to start and/or function with this build.

I was thinking about buying another ROKU, but for 1/2 the price and a full-featured Android PC for half the price of a ROKU, I knew what the better choice was!

("Android phone" remote control "android touchpad" tablet control "use android phone for HTPC stick control" MK808B)
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] LinuxAssailant:
Is this build I referenced working for you?

I got sick of the antiquated interface, and tried a build for 1080p...

Works GREAT, until I was streaming Netflix for a while and the screen just went black.

Maybe I will try a finless ROM.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] RedMist:
Hi,

I tried finless 1.7, and it works great! An older version of JB, but that's fine, I can live with that!

Thanks for the help.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] LinuxAssailant:
Does the build it have a Reboot option? Screen off function (suspend/sleep)?

Do USB to wired Ethernet dongles function due to the kernel change, that worked with stock?
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] RedMist:
is an app which reboots etc. Not sure about suspend but I'll check.

I don't have and Ethernet cable adapter, but would like to find out!
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] LinuxAssailant:
I have 2 on the way, should arrive by May 2, and I will let you know how those $4.99 10/100 dongles work...

Some guy in the UK bought them for his, and this looks like the same ones, but I will verify before dropping a link to the adapter, as this is public. :)
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] LinuxAssailant:
I got the 10/100 dongle and it worked OOTB, after enabling in settings, no config, just plugged it in enabled Ethernet, and it pulled HDCP from Cat5.

Here is a link if anyone wants a wired connection: http://www.ebay.com/itm/350766060467

$4.99

I did have some lag in streaming, but this even happens on Netflix via my Roku sometimes, even with my 50Mbps/25Mbps pipe.

BTW I have been running "Stock plus goodies" from here on XDA, and it has been pretty stable...
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] badolm:
a solution

If you have 4.2.2 just change to 4.1.1 rom ...i had the same problem here with my mk808b ...and the problem was the rom ... now its perfect
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] nonpaq:
I found this version of netflix (mod of v 1.8) that works , but pauses after a few minutes.. I have to keep clicking play.

http://www.mediafire.com/download/7xt98ik0zve1t58/Netflix-Black-RotationMod-v1.8.1.apk
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] mineirogh:
Hi,

I have same problem with netflix. I bought this device only for netflix and youtube (because Samsung Smart TV is a sucks). My device is a android 4.2. I did read here and on others sites about this problema and the solution is install android 4.1. With your links a found this instructions on this link:

http://blog.geekbuying.com/index.ph...pc-new-factory-firmware-release/#.Ua4K5EBwrqU

I downloaded the files "update_mk808b_400j1401", drivers and flashing software.

I can't perform these instructions because my PC doesn't recognize the device. I have a Windows 7 x64. I plug my device into my PC and nothing happens. On some posts I did read that is necessary to use Windows XP. Oh god, I don't believe this!

I need a help to solve this problem. Can you post to me a way to install this 4.1 rom on my device, step by step, the way you solved on your device?

I tryed to install a oldest versions of netflix, but the problem did not solved. I like very much that device with a 4.2, I would like to keep this version. Is there a fix of Android 4.2 of MK808B to solve this problem? Do you know?

Thanks! :D
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] nonpaq:
I installed v2.0.2 of Netflix, and it is working. Video will occasionally stop, but just hit play. I found this link on another forum...

http://www.freak-tab.de/finless/netflix_2_0_2.zip

I only used it for one show so far, so I dont know how it works long term.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] mineirogh:
Hi nonpaq!!! Thank you very much!!! Your apk solved my problem and I didn't need to change the Android :good:. I will use a lot to say if this apk is stable, I will post here if it is ok. This netflix apk version is the prove that the problem is on the netflix app and not the Android. I will send an email to Netflix about this problem, let me see what they will answer...

Thanks everybody!

:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Randycuv:
How can I change to 4.1.1 rom. I'm not a techy. Is it easy?
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] ragesoss:
It's a somewhat complex process, but there are step by step instructions in the readme file included with the finless ROMs. I found that getting the drivers installed was the hardest part. I also found that using the reset switch was easier if I opened the case.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Randycuv:
Where can I get the files and he instructions please. This is my first kick at the can so to speak
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] badolm:
More search...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=42381223#post42381223
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] HiTideBlastoise:
So I received my s4 yesterday and was messing with the camera and got some really blurry photos. I changed anti-shake and it kinda worked. I'm noticing whenever I zoom in, the pictures are more grainy than I expected. Are there other settings and am I missing something?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] HiTideBlastoise:
Hey sorry thought my other thread didn't go through. Please delete/lock this.
[Galaxy S Advance I9070 Themes and Apps] amitnv:
Can anyone try to port xperia z camera ui to our phone... It's somewhat similar to Samsung's camera. But fully transparent I'm just requesting for the UI...

one can mod the Samsung camera app itself but it would be nice if you can you can include xperia like icons on the left. And the gallery animation
[Galaxy S Advance I9070 Themes and Apps] ciptomx:
Samsung camera fully transparent if you change image resolution to 4Mpix, cmiiw

Sorry for my english
[Galaxy S Advance I9070 Themes and Apps] singhdharmendra48:
+1:good:
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] Azeemkamal:
Thread deleted
[LG Optimus 4X HD] Subhajitdas298:
As title says, can I unlock bl of my device? Did anyone try?
[LG Optimus 4X HD] Omario-242:
Try it yourself :) and then report here
[LG Optimus 4X HD] hernestwisnu:
Yep, its unlockable.
[LG Optimus 4X HD] Subhajitdas298:
How you did it?
[LG Optimus 4X HD] hernestwisnu:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2180138

Be sure you have all necessary driver installed (LG n fast boot
[LG Optimus 4X HD] Subhajitdas298:
please tell exact steps. i really want it. do you have custom recovery? unsecure boot img?
[LG Optimus 4X HD] Subhajitdas298:
I really want the exact step to unlock the bootloader for ESA-XXX. Please anyone.
[LG Optimus 4X HD] hernestwisnu:
Go to this link http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2224020 Follow the instructions here to the letter and you'll have zero chance of failing the unlock process

A word of caution, most users experience failure due to improper Fastboot driver installation. It's more likely you will have to install the fastboot driver manually. So be sure to install them when your phone connected in ADB mode (or when your PC asks you to).
[LG Optimus 4X HD] TechnoBraker:
Yes, ESA-XXX is unlockable!

The above specified method is the official one by LG.

But, for some reason it did not work for me. (i am on ESA-XXX V20A) :rolleyes:

So, follow this tutorial..

The same tutorial is explained in an easier (noob-friendly) way here.. :good:

After unlocking bootloader, install CWM Touch Recovery 6.0.3.1.. (.img included in the thread itself)

I have tested it myself and it works flawlessly.. :D

Enjoy! :highfive:
[LG Optimus 4X HD] breaky9973:
The official method worked for me. Incredibly easy to do.

Anyway, the best way to unlock the bootloader is via Ubuntu or similar Linux OS.

No need to install drivers. You only need the Android SDK.
[LG Optimus 4X HD] TechnoBraker:
After all android is unix-based, too..

Totally agreed! :D
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ramon.nmgn:
Hello Guys,

Is there something lik

e a silicon tube that can be applied just between the gap to clear the gap?
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] randombirt:
What gap?
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ramon.nmgn:
The gap issue that most of the people have between the aluminium and the plastic
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mang0:
The gap that most people refer to is between the speaker grille and the plastic rim around the body. As the speaker grilles are attached to the phone with adhesive, the best way to get rid of the gap would be using heat. Of course, that's something that the average person wouldn't try...
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jme369:
It's a very vocal minority that seem t to have this issue.
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ramon.nmgn:
Zo whats the best thing to solve it?
[LG Optimus 2x] Soulj4h:
Hi,

I have the new bootloader and I'm trying to flash the baseband. I have done this before on the old bootloader and it worked just fine. However, on the new bootloader, when the 's/w upgrade' message appears, and SmartFlash is running, at around the time when it says writing RAM, the screen goes off and then at about 50% smartflash times out. Could you help me diagnose what could be the problem so I can smart flash a baseband? Thanks.
[LG Optimus 2x] Custom40:
Same has happened to me a bunch of times.

This is how I fix it:

There is a box for CP bin and a box below for AP bin. Try to revert the two. So, if you put the CP file in CP bin box before, now try to put CP file in AP bin box and AP file in CP bin box. This always fix it for me :)
[LG Optimus 2x] Soulj4h:
Didn't seem to work mate. Here is the log:

00:00.0 Sec :Download Start...

00:02.0 Sec :RomBinary Download start

00:02.0 Sec :PSI RAM writing start

00:02.0 Sec :Trying to communicate with IFX modem

00:07.2 Sec :Confirm IFX communication

00:07.2 Sec :PSI RAM writing end

00:07.2 Sec :Start PSI RAM

00:07.2 Sec :EBL writing start

00:27.2 Sec :Timeout error is occured

00:27.2 Sec :error!
[LG Optimus 2x] Custom40:
What I'm about to say might sound ridicolous, but it helps too.

Unplug your phone and reboot your PC. Then try again.

Lol it does help sometimes, just try :)
[LG Optimus 2x] Soulj4h:
I actually fixed it. Turns out, I was removing the battery while trying to smartflash.
[LG Optimus 2x] maddyrokieasta:
happend with me last time .. there is ni way try it again n again and again .. it will start .. but yeah everytim start with 1st step of flashing baseband .. hit thanks if i helped :)
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] kushalsv:
Hey Guys, I heard it is possible to unlock the BL via the Flashtool itself instead of the tedious cmd line executions and stuff, Is it really possible to unlock the BL with the flashtool itself?

If yes, Can I you guys give me the instructions? I already have rooted, just need to unlock the BL.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] rajen77:
Read this:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=28366277
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] mharis05:
I know you don't want to do the stuff but there is nothing difficult, you only need to execute 2 commands in the procedure. Its quite easy IMO :)
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] darkknight:
I just upgraded to the latest ROM's supplied by O2 (3.17.03), and now active sync says my backup was made with the wrong version of software.

Is there any way to get the data back on to my XDA? In particular my contacts, as they will be the hardest to replace?

If not, is it possible to go back to the old ROM? (the radio ROM upgrade warned not to downgrade roms)
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] Biso007:
ActiveSync backup can be only restored to the same ROM. The best way to backup contacts is to use Outlook. Yes, you can flash your ROM back to the previous version, restore the contacts, backup them to Outlook, flash the new ROM then sync with Outlook to get the contacts list
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] darkknight:
there ma ybe another way

So i was about to download the old ROM updates from http://www.sourceo2.com/O2_Developers/Devices/O2_Xda/xda_ROM_Archive.htm

When i read the readme on that page. It says that active sync can only restore to a device with exactly the same partnership/device ID. It says you must delete the existing partnership and recreate it.

So i have done that, and a resotre is currently in progress (restoring a full backup from an old rom, to the new rom version of my walaby).

I will post back in 10 minutes when it has finished to let everyone know what has/hasnt been restored.
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] noviur:
check for reginal settings.

In case it was changes to customize your device before upgrage - change them now from default.

it is not recommended to restore after ROM upgrade, tho...
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] darkknight:
restore not reccomended

I suppose i can understand why, but in any case i dont use outlook. So i cant see me having much choice...

Btw, does anyone know of software to sync the XDA to mozilla (preferable under linux too!)
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] darkknight:
backup to SD card

Out of curiosity, the pdf i read regarding the upgrade said you can back up to a SD card too.

Is this any different to backing up via ActiveSync? Is it any less risky to restore such a backup after an upgrade?
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] Biso007:
Up to my information, it has the same issue ... SD backup can't be restored to a different ROM version.
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] Rudegar:
http://synce.sourceforge.net/synce/

sync with

evolution
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] darkknight:
cynce

Looks good... anyone tried to sync with Mozilla Thunderbird??
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] darkknight:
Restore worked

So the restore seems to have worked... kind of...

The thing runs, but the old sms messages are only in the index, and i cant seem to delete them or view them.

The new programs from the upgrade dont seem to be here, though they could be lying around in a folder somwhere i havent looked.

My Fiitaly install works, though the input method occasinaly tries to be the transcriber even though it shouldnt be.

All in all, its usable, but when i have time i will be finding a copy of outlook just to back up the contacts and then flashing the ROM again and installing everything else again.

A note to anyone else who might be trying the same thing, all your notes etc can be backed up just by activesync synchronising your XDA mydocuments with a sub-folder of your pc's mydocuments. Then hopefully outlook can do the contacts and appointments. Dunno what you'd have to do if you wanted to save your sms messages or call log or anything
[MDA, XDA, 1010 Software Upgrading] darkknight:
Results

Well, instead od studying for my exams (yup, just like me to do this) I installed Outlook, synchronised the XDA, flashed it again, synchronised it again, installed my software and it seems to be pretty good!

Lost my sms messages, but thats no problem to me.

2 things that are odd:

I had to add a shortcut to notes.exe in the start menu because it didnt exist

Also, i cannot create new accounts, ie gprs email ones. Of course, this would only be useful if the new ROM supports encrypted IMAP connections. Does it? Is there a free (or maybe cheap) third party solution that does?
[HTC Desire S] Miguel13366:
Hey,

I have a HTC Desire S and upgraded it some months ago to the 'official' HTC ROM with Android 4.x. The phone is now very slow and I want to downgrade it to a custom ROM. My first Problem is now, that I cant have a look into the bootloader. I am not able to get into it when I Press Power on an the volume down/up button. Does anyone know how i get to the bootloader and install a custom rom?

Thanks
[HTC Desire S] c.m.b:
Is fastboot disabled? Should be in the power settings.

adb reboot bootloader will work.
[HTC Desire S] paulie-uk:
I believe there is currently no temproot for the stock ICS (Android 4.0.x) on Desire S which means there is no avoiding using a htcdev step to downgrade. As for actually getting to the bootloader; fastboot off and power down, or, turn on usb debugging and adb method.
[HTC Desire S] Miguel13366:
Disabling the fast boot is the solution. now i can get into the bootloader. Thanks.
[LG Optimus 4X HD] blueman24:
Hi Everyone,I am new to the forum(But following it from many days)

As the title suggests, after I updated the firmware through Official LG PC Suite, i am experiencing massive lags.

Used RAM is always at approx 700 Mb. Opening more than 1 tab in Chrome phone lag badly. There are launcher redraws and much more.

Tried a factory reset but it made no difference.
[LG Optimus 4X HD] elfen.lied:
Usually wiping cache, valpik and resetting to factory settings before flashing solves the problem, and most of the time its an app, usually a battery saver app with permissions to modify CPU speeds that causes this.

Also please stop capitalizing each and every word in you sentence. It's not a title!
[LG Optimus 4X HD] blueman24:
Thanks for your quick reply. I do not have any battery saver app. I did not factory reset the device before updating.
[LG Optimus 4X HD] SimonTS:
You should carry out a factory reset AFTER the upgrade. Wiping cache and dalvik (not valpik) cache is done from a custom recovery, which I preusme you have not installed on your phone?
[LG Optimus 4X HD] rakakak:
Same problem.... I reflashed kdz v20a ,after that I did factory reset...used backup to restore filles...