yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
Happened to me multiple times while flashing 7.5. I've written about it in depth in multiple posts, witha oplay by play commentary.

I never had to ODIN though, even though I got Fails when I tried to wipe, and got stuck on Samsung splash after flashing 7.0 Nandroid.

After many trials and tribulations and persistence, I realized that a Data Format enabled me to have a successful Nandroid restore, which enabled me to continue with trouble shooting the ROM flash multiple times.

I Data Format multiple times also.

And I never used SuperWipe when I was getting stuck on the Samsung splash.. What ended upwworking was Format Data, Factory reset, wipe cache, data cache, system.

Install ROM, choose settings, No Wipe in Aroma because I Wiped Everything in Recovery and Aroma Full Wipe seemed to be unsuccessful although not 100%.

But during the ts, I chose No Wipe which is a dirty flash.

I also ran into Samsung splash freezes when making a Nandroid backup of 7.5

I also then had to follow my Format Data protocol above.

I ended up making the backup to internal instead of extSdCard which resolved the issue.

But then I was successful in making a Nandroid of 7.5 to my extSdCard so I'm notssure what happened there.

I also got Samsung splash freezes after running good, but having to Boot for unrelated reasons.. Went through the Data Format protocol again.

But as mentioned above, after successfully making a 7.5 Nandroid toeextSdCard card, I haven't had any related issues listed above. Been a couple of days now.

The trouble shooting was all over the place, and eventually pinpointed the approximate causes which duplicated the problems, although the exact pinpoint cause no found. But the issues were finally able to be resolved, whether accidentally and/or purposeful.

A combination of both I'd say ;)

Btw, a Format Data was no biggie for me because I had already moved my files over to extSdCard card in preparation for the SuperWipe which I never used.

Data Format is similar where it cleans the Internal storage's clock, so to speak.

I've left those files on my extSdCard card in case Murphy pays me a visit again :(

My Internal SD card has 9GB available :)

Edit:

I have TWRP 2.5.0.2 Recovery installed issue free for months until TWRP met Aroma.

The Clash of the Titans, Godzilla vs. King Kong, etc. :laugh: :silly:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] gwojo22:
Using twrp 2.5.02. I even had the same issue when I chose format system (have to type yes to wipe) not even flashing super wipe. Just wipe data factory reset, cache, dalvik, system, then format system (type yes) . Must be something on the internal card that gets wiped but is needed causing the freeze.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Spud37:
I was wondering is it possible to change the DPI once the ROM is installed. I like the lower DPI but it does seem to issues with a few apps, namely the Camera, Dialer, and the Calculator
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] darren.wlsn1:
covered this but yes is the answer and if you look in the op there is even zips posted or use rom toolbox or text editor and manually do it. search the thread with search option on top for more answers. i also thought exposed lets you change certain apps dpi, not 100% on that but i thought i saw it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BookCase:
Im willing to test anything you want.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] lamwong3:
It's there a way to restore stock dpi without reinstalling rom?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] oldman_58:
Yes you could edit build . prop in the system directory. Look for the dpi you have set ans change it to default of 480.

Be careful this file is used to set many things on your phone
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] darren.wlsn1:
off topic but may help somebody, had a 32g sandisk card go dead that i bought in sep 2012 so just today i found out on amazon that sandisk knows there was a bad batch of cards sent to amazon and they will replace it even up to 5yrs old. i got on sandisk site and used "live chat" and all is approved and you just use a ups label they email you to send back bad card and send you a new one next day air. sorry op and if you need this removed pm me please but i hope it helps someone out cause i was pissed when it died with 25gigs of goodies on it .

also guys sandisk just told me there is a bad batch of 64g cards also with issues that were sent to amazon.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] acoleman.mobile:
I use the Samsung 64gb card but that's a lot of help for many I'm sure. Thanks for the info.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] darren.wlsn1:
ya the op has 4 broke so glad it helped someone.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] zorprime01:
Funny question for everyone...

Why is everyone so worried about exfat format... No one is transferring anything over 4.0g files to their phones..most files here are 2.0g or smaller.. Fat32 is just fine.. Less compression less data lost....

From the zero systems
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Jamison904:
Amen brother

Sent from my dark hole called an office.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fboss:
Same for me. Stuck on the Samsung Galaxy S4 screen, after using superwipe. But the big problem is odin to stock doesn't fix it. Still stuck on the S4 screen. Have re-installed the recovery CWM recovery to flash a nandroid backup, but it fails and complains with /data partition that it cannot mount. In CWM, if I try to mount /data , it won't work. Looks like my /data partition is gone ?

Thanks for your help

Not a good idea to brick his phone before a trip for the long week-end :crying:

Update: I have re-flashed a stock via ODIN. It still wouldn't boot. Went to Samsung recovery and tried to do a factory reset/wipe data. It said again "cannot mount /data" but could delete the /data ... then rebooted !
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] gwojo22:
I had the same problem after odin. When it froze again after odin I pulled the battery again, then rebooted to stock recovery, wiped data factory reset. rebooted then held my breath until the Samsung screen passed. It took about 6 min to completely boot. After that everything works perfectly.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] apfrost:
I had similar issues and found that my sdcard was the issue. Restore with odin without sd card and then let it boot, root, put a rom on the internal sd card then flash. I had no issues when doing this. As soon as I introduced the sdcard back in and restored backups everything went to...&%# Kinda of annoying since it took me exchanging a phone to figure it out.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ricobudz123:
Does this rom fix the headphone distortion problem
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BlackGURU:
Yes. But You may have to buy some new headphones
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ricobudz123:
I bought a pair of klipsch s4a and they sound terrible looking at roms to fix problem
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
They appear to have good reviews:

http://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-Image-Headphones-Android-Microphone/dp/B005M1KO1C

180/4 stars

I assume you are using the Klipsch app?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] marcoxx626:
I use the headphones that came with the phone with viper and it sounds amazing... Wouldn't buy other headphones even if I had the money.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BlackGURU:
Shoulda Bought Some BEATS
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ricobudz123:
Yes they sound great on my gs2 and gs3 its a issue with gs4 something about low ohm headphones. Stock samsung work great but everything else i tried sucked
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] acoleman.mobile:
My roommate has beats headphones and I'm not all that impressed by them. I like the set that came with the gs4 though. Their awesome.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] tenxo:
I was losing it today after a superwipe I also was stuck at Samsung logo...

The fix= it appears that I lost root somehow after all the super clean wiping. I know custom rom has root, but you can't flash custom Rom if your not rooted to begin with. Hence why we all rooted in the first place to be able to flash stuff. I Odin back to stock and still same problem because I Odin non-root firmware. Nandroided still stuck. Once I rooted all was good. Then flashed infamous all was well. Android all was well.

I was so mad it took me hours to figure this out, learn something new everyday. As you did, I tried other recoveries, different roms,

None of that worked. Back 2 TWRP added root and all good.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] theghazi:
Hello n Thanks

I have 3minit 3.3 new version. Which framework file I need to download in order to make the new version work. The framework with this rom is old version. I have download few buy my work wont work after I apply thise throught recovery
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] darren.wlsn1:
once again dont update and the framework is cooked in so dont flash framework for the international phone,

thread search feature works just dandy...

http://xdaforums.com/search.php?searchid=215929969 (example)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] marcoxx626:
Skim over the past few pages or so... This has been discussed way too many times bro.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] theghazi:
Oh I am sorry. Thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] marcoxx626:
Oops my mistake. Misread your question, sorry about that. Don't download any framework! The framework is ported to work on this rom and if you install any other framework it won't work and you'll get a bootloop probably. You have to wait until Jamison updates the rom after he and Mr Impossible do some modifications so it can work on this roms firmware. It already has 3.2. 2 framework so the new app should work but some of the functions won't work.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fboss:
It was was driving me crazy too. Spent several hours to try to fix it. In my case, it was clearly related to /data that was messed up. (After the superwipe). There was no recovery/rom able to mount/format it, until I did 2 consecutive "factory reset/ erase data" in the Samsung recovery (after a last attempt to flash a stock ROM via ODIN)

Note that I also tried to run the superwipe again, there was an error about "3 arguments instead of 4", I assumed it was not able to unmount /data or something like that.

The good news is I had ~9gb free when Android booted. freeing /data was the motivation of using superwipe, I couldn't get more than 2gb after factory reset, and other wiping methods ...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] oldman_58:
Superwipe in aroma is broken. If you need superwipe you can find the link in the OP.

I read after a superwipe you should reboot into recovery before running aroma installer.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] s1n3rgy:
Very Weird after the aroma install selection the phone reboots but it doesn't go into the infamous rom. I still have the old rom I used.

What am I doing wrong?

---------- Post added at 04:52 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:47 PM ----------

figured it out!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] baseballfanz:
Good to hear you figured it out. Can you post how just in case others have the same problems?:good:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] aznmode:
Reflashed and included the Samsung fonts and now personal text in lock screen works

---------- Post added at 01:14 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:56 PM ----------

Also was unable to edit any pictures till I included photo enhance (photo something) during reflash and it fixed my issue.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] zorprime01:
Good job.... This worked well.. I did a bad install and tried out your method and I worked well......

From the zero systems
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] s1n3rgy:
How can I change the infamous lock screen picture I want it to be just the standard swipe method.. I really don't like the picture when swiping.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] zorprime01:
Settings /my device /display /wallpaper... You can change it there...

From the zero systems
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] D200P13:
wifi direct

how do i get wifi direct back on this rom?!!!!! i have other samsung products and actually use it to transfer between devices faster especially with tablets that do not have wifi access...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] zorprime01:
Settings/connection /wifi /top right corner bro......... It's there.....

From the zero systems
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] D200P13:
yea but i dont see it anymore in my share with... (using es file explorer) any suggestions?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] zorprime01:
I'm looking into it..are your devices already paired I th each other?

From the zero systems
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] aznmode:
You don't have this option?

Using ES File Explorer I can tap and hold on a file I want to share. It becomes checked and I hit menu > share
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] tenxo:
You have to install allshare it's a part of that. Go back into aroma, wipe cache and dalvik cache leave everything else blank select allshare. Let Rom install, then reboot.

Edit> Maybe try installing Samsung link (allshare new name) from Samsung app store if you installed it, or the playstore. I know the above works, but maybe this would be faster.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] lamwong3:
This is a fast and reliable rom! Great work

The only problem I'm having is the 3minit app. I have purchase the app and it states that I need to update the firmware, but I can not find the update firmware in the web page.please help
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] darren.wlsn1:
please people use thread search feature, you cant flash the framework its cooked in so when op updates rom or makes a patch then framework will be updated to match app BUT you can still use app as advertised.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] D200P13:
yes they were paired.

exactly. i have it on but it doesnt give me the wifi direct in es file.

ill try that thanks!!

in desperation, i found an app called sharebeam which did it fine except it it required cq codes and scans to share. got the job done but was more steps...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Jamison904:
Hey guys, just made a "how to recover from a bad flash / soft brick" - Link to thread
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dmw017:
The calendar widget is missing, anyone know why? Thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mr Global:
Amazon Mobile

I used the program "Amazon Mobile" a lot before I upgraded to 5.0.

I went to the play store to re-install it after I upgraded to 5.0.

I could not install it. I got a warning that "Your device isn't compatible with this version".

Can someone tell me why this is no longer compatible?

and...what would happen if I try to re-install the app from my Titanium backup?

thanks -Aaron
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] icruisin:
Some how I am stuck on 'Easy Mode' and I can't turn it off. I did a backup and factory reset and noticed that there is a one time option to enable or leave disabled during initial setup (I left disabled). However there is no way to change that within the 'Settings - My Device' going forward.

I also noticed this Flipboard (and market version) does not work with Air gesture. I will check to see if the original apk will work next opportunity I revert back to stock. Other than that I really like this ROM.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jdcnosse:
This rom has the sound turned waay up...like even on the lowest setting my screen lock sound is really loud and my ringtone today got loud enough to crackle. Extra loud in V4A is disabled.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] baseballfanz:
Some info:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=44965602&postcount=4331

Jovy's thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=41775485&postcount=2

Fix call recording with this:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2344674
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fbihawk:
Is there a way to get the CRT animation to turn off? I have it set to fade in 3minit but it still looks like a 70's tv when it shuts off. Any ideas?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] eterno13:
I have a Software update notification ....someone know why?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] player90247:
The notification is normal on this ROM.. Just ignore it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jdcnosse:
Will call recording work if I just revert back to stock volume?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] pgallard:
Download V5.0

I like to know if I am downloading the correct file for V5.0. The reason why I am not 100% sure is because the download section is under this title ROM][KERNEL] INFAMOUS S4™ | V3.5 | 3Minit Authorized distributor

Here is what I did

1. http://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=5262

2. I click on Infamous_S4_5.0.zip (1792 views, 1500 downloads)1.7GBAug 25, 2013 | 02:08AM

Thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] oldman_58:
Format your internal sdcard, after you back up the contents on a pc. Then reboot rhe message should go away.

It is not normal for a custom rom to prompt for an upgrade.

You may need to reload the rom, make sure the internal sdcard is formatted
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
Because you checked the Samsung updates box in Aroma ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] eterno13:
But what is the point of this?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] acoleman.mobile:
What's the screen on time. Looking at the percentage its not much. Cool though.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] tenxo:
Allows for Samsung to auto update the Samsung apps,

You have installed.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=45125622
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] cantenna:
Really liking ViPer4android! An amazing tweek.

Just wondering is anyone else has had the same experiance i have. Sometime it stops working. Bluetooth almost always works (but may stop after period of time) Phone speaker and headset are unpredictable. I have tried everything. Most stable i have got it recently was by uninstalling it and reinstalling manually asa a system app per developers thread.

Im using recomended faux clock setting on 1st page of this thread. Wondering if a govner is terminating it, viper4android is still buggy, infamous script is responsible or a supersu problem? Anyone have simular prolems .? Amy ideas how to fix?:cool:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
What is the point of checking the Samsung updates box you're asking?

Or what's the point of my answer regarding what to do about the update?

- to get updates for Samsung apps, and to just ignore the software update and don't accept it ;)

Edit:

Ah, see the answer was posted already. :good:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] timon184:
I installed the rom using superwipe n its stuck on samsung galaxy s4, ?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Biker1:
I believe SW won't work unless you first install the SW zip fix in the op.

Saying the above, what Recovery do you use.

I suggest:

Pull battery

Install battery

Don't power on

Boot into Recovery

Factory Reset

Data format, if TWRP, as it wipes InternalSD, like SuperWipe does.

(if using different Recovery, use similar settings re Wipe)

Personally, I had various flashing issues, so I ODINd back to Stock, installed PhilZ Recovery, and have been issue free. Just something to keep in mind ;))

Wipe System, cache, dalvik and preload.

Install ROM

Aroma

Full Wipe

Pick choices

Boot

If wiping Internal, don't forget to:

Save files/move files

Have ROM on your extSdCard
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] maxshah912:
Here is dumb question

whats difference between this rom and Alpha 8.5 ?

I know alpha is international and this one based on M919 rom.

Any other different that I am missing.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] baseballfanz:
Alpha has app2sd but no Wi-Fi calling.

This has Wi-Fi calling but no app2sd.

There's probably a few more things but Alpha is a newer release

☞Sent from here☜
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] AIR-WIZZ:
Done any one else have issues with Youtube on this ROM? Youtube is locking the phone up.

Also My camera doesn't work in ooVoo. The two problems could be related.

Any ideas?

AT&T i337, Infamous S4; Ver 4.0, 3Minit: 3.1.1, Bioshock 1.0: 3.4.53
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] zorprime01:
I would try a different kernel...... Sometimes that makes some apps go a little screwy.... And as for Oovoo has problems with custom roms..... I know Becuase I used Oovoo and only the front camera works

From the zero systems
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] iPwnapple:
Jamison, man I really love your ROM, I could never achieve even 3 hours of screen on time with any other ROM, but with yours I can do it easily, keep up the good work!:)

Sent from my InfamouS4
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] rpolito73:
The biggest thing other than what was already posted is that this is TMobile certified. Name ID app, which I pay for, cannot be used with the GE (4.2.2) for now but I've noticed there is an option to update this app only when I'm on GE. This could mean TMo is getting ready to release this which hopefully would have WIFI calling built in.....
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] maxshah912:
Installation error on recovery when I select zip it just gavels me error right away.

Bad download ?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] AIR-WIZZ:
This happened to me and when I checked the MD5, it failed.

Check it!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Tunasty:
yes re download it and try to do it on a PC.

Yeah its very common in TW roms as they are around 1.5 gb ish. That's why I always recommend to download on PC.

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] DigitalJedi:
I got my S4 last week and immediately rooted and flashed this ROM. I've always been an AOSP fan but I chose this one since I knew the dev from the S2 forum and after reading some threads I realized that the TW ROMs were more stable and feature rich than the AOSP ROMs for this device which probably has a lot to do with the fact that the device is fairly new. Loved the ROM!! This morning my phone was acting insane when my alarms went off. I couldn't shut them off. I ended up rebooting. Upon reboot I received an error about my external SD card when it loaded back up. I went to Root Explorer and it was showing my external SD to be empty. Also, none of my 3minit and Xposed theming was there anymore. Other than that my phone was acting fine. I powered off the phone and popped out my sd and plugged it into my computer. The computer said my SD card was fine. I ran a Titanium Backup and right now I'm copying all of the files from my microSD and my internal storage to my computer then I plan on a full wipe and reinstall and I'll reformat my microSD and copy the files back to it. Not sure if this was a ROM issue or not, but thought I would report the problem.

UPDATE: I haven't been able to get TWRP to finish any wiping for a few days now. I'm flashing back to stock, re-rooting, and trying this again with Phil's recovery. Ever since I updated to TWRP 6.2.1.0 I've had the wiping issue.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Aoe316:
Use twrp 5.0.2 the new ones cause problems..check a few pages back if you can't fix the problem
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fbihawk:
Also, doesn't seem like the 3minit settings for changing the button functions works either. Anybody else getting this or have a workaround?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] AIR-WIZZ:
FYI: I re-flashed Bioshock 1.0 OC and my ooVoo and Youtube issue has vanished as well it is much faster again. I hadn't really noticed a lag until it was gone. Now that things are perfect, I think I'll go over to Alpha so I can spend the next two days playing with my settings like a child with a new found toy. :p
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] aznmode:
I had a similar issue when I flashed a second time but selected infamous 2.0 kernel. Phone couldn't see my SD card content and I thought my card was screwed. But I remember the first flash using bioshock I didn't have this issue so I flashed bioshock kernel only and it fixed it. I wonder if it has to do with extfat support with infamous kernel? Or maybe just a bad flash as well. Also I use cwm