yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
Have you tried doing a fresh install, wipe data cache dalvik cache and flash the MRV zip.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] c_brown93:
Can you post a flashable zip for this?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
if you were on official 4.3, then you have a 4.3 bootloader. but you can tell by going to download mode. turn your device off and do vol down + home + power. then vol up. if you see anything that says KNOX, then you have a new 4.3 bootloader
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Pinan:
Google Voice is not a phone service, it's a phone number. It should and will use your carrier minutes. Always has. You must use a third party app for it to be free. And yes, all of them will be ending after 4/15 unless something happens to keep it going.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mxmarcus:
Yes i do, you have to use talkatone an app from the market that uses data only

I have been using for the past year
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
Yes. I did a nandroid backup, wiped data, cache and dalvik cache before flashing this ROM. Could you clarify MRV zip?

I don't use the front camera much, so it's not a big deal, but in the rare event that I'd like to use skype it would be nice to have this working. I guess I'll try to do a clean install for the next version and see if it fixes it,
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
The current file for download works perfect. I don't know how you are having problems with it. I use the front camera all the time.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
FFC works just fine. i put the 4.4.1 Cam into the ROM due to 4.4 having QVGA/VGA quality, so of course i checked to make sure it was working as intended, esp there. are you launching the camera from the drawer? also, try opening the Gallery, then clicking on the Camera in there. then switch to FFC.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
I tried it all. I even uninstalled QuickPic, cleared cache and data for camera, forced stopped it, cleared gallery's cache and data, launched gallery and then chose camera. Same effect. Is there anyway that I can just overwrite the camera.apk with another copy?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
Are you sure you flashing "virginrom 2.5.4" zip? I don't understand why it isn't working for you. Maybe your phone is messed up or something internal.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
I hope not. I doubt it. When it was stock, everything worked fine. It would be nice if I could just copy over the camera's apk file. Otherwise, I'll do a clean install on the next version. for now, I am enjoying this delicious ROM and the Xposed framework!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
This ROM doesn't come with xposed framework. Or did you add that in. ?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
The zip was in the OP. I flashed it a day after I flashed the ROM.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
Maybe xposed framework could be your problem?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
I noticed the problem right after flashing the ROM. I flashed Xposed much later.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
jmulla718 asked before but i didn't see an answer. are you on v2.5.4? there's at least two of us here, including myself, saying there's no issues with FFC now.

also, are you using Titanium Backup to restore any data? if you're doing a fresh install, without restoring anything, you should be having no problem with the FFC.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
transparent status bar for lockscreen

yes of course

http://apollyon-dev.com/extras/Trans_Lockscreen_Statusbar.zip
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
I even use TB MRV with no problems. Working great. I'm thinking it might be something he's doing wrong bro.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Hotbread:
I had been on the fence about flashing a whole ROM again from Dandvh. I assume this is safe to flash onto Dan's rom?

EDIT: to answer my own question... Yes, it flashed just fine and works a charm! Thanks MrV!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jfive74:
Hey, I have a Canadian S4 and I'm currently on android 4.2.2 with AMG1 baseband. I would like to know switch to this rom. I would like to know which modem/baseband is best to use with 4.4 GPE kitkat roms. Please. Thanks.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
you need

NON-HLOS.bin - from last 4.2.2 TW firmware

modem.bin - from latest 4.3 TW firmware

flash them via Odin by putting it in the Phone part. flash them in that order, one at a time.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
Yes, just checked my About Phone. I am on VirginROM v2.5.4 KRT16S.S005.131116.

I made a nandroid backup, wiped data, caches, flashed exactly 2 zips - one, the ROM, two, CM notifications and ringtones. Subsequently I rebooted the phone, waited for it to boot up and download all apps from the Play store. I restored precisely one app and its data from Titanium the next day. And I flashed the Xposed framework the next day.

I really have no idea why the FFC fails for me. If I could copy over just the apk from somewhere else, I could try that or I'll wait for the next build.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
i've attached the "old" 4.4 one. only has VGA/QVGA for FFC
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
Exfat support?????

does no one need this now???

surprised because the thread was in an "uproar" at one point when the ROM didn't have it
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] epsix:
roflmao!!!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
i'm not sure why i try so hard to please others :silly:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
Lol. The ROM is perfect bro. Nobody but him is having probs with FFC. I been video chatting with no prob.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
yeah i'm waiting for him to report back saying there's issues with that one, too.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] pgallard:
The Rom is running perfectly. Most of the time when someone has problems is because they did something wrong.

I really try most of the Roms and so far this is the best one
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
+1

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LOL. Yeah me too
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
this is what i like to hear, no issues :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
!!!

There's issues with that one! I copied each apk over and rebooted a couple of times. No luck. So frustrating!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Hotbread:
I still do. But I'm using faux123's kernel, which has built in exFat support already, so I'm a happy camper.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] kelmar13:
Have you deleted/changed anything else with the ROM out of the box? Have you tried a fresh DL and install of the ROM yet?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
yeah mate, it's because it's not the Camera that is causing you an issue here. you need to:

1. reboot into recovery

2. wipe data/factory reset

3. wipe cache

4. wipe dalvik-cache

5. format /system

6. format /cache

7. format /data

8. flash ROM

9. boot up

10. skip everything! don't add a google account, don't set up wifi, just skip everything

11. open Camera

12. switch to FFC

13. profit!

i guarantee you will have no problems if you follow this to the letter
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
yep that's why i was asking. considering switching to his Kernel so it, and init.d support, are supported out of the box.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] joeh2184:
anyone else having issues with the signal dropping all the time. I have downloaded the latest ROM and still have issues dropping every few minutes. am i supposed to flash a new modem even with the latest rom updates? thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
Got it! I did not do steps 5,6,7 when I flashed this ROM. I will do it on your next build. I couldn't wait to fly with stock 4.4 as I haven't had a smartphone in 3 months! I just configured the phone the way I like it. Tasker+Autovoice and all that goodness! I am loathe to start again from scratch. But I will do so on the next build and report back.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
yes, you are supposed to flash the modem regardless of which 4.4 GPE build you're on. you're going to have this same problem on all 4.4 GPE ROMs because this is a problem with the modem itself. we obviously can't flash a GPE modem, so we have to use workarounds to make it work. once you update your modem, you won't have to again for any GPE ROMs

who knows when the next build will come about. i'm waiting for 4.4.1.

steps 5, 6, 7 aren't necessary. i just always do them because it's habbit
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] epsix:
If you copy apk to system/app you must change the permission to rw--r-r then reboot.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] The Apostle:
Which Modem? JK... I kid, I kid!

sent from my jelly bean droid (SGH-M919)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] IceYoshi5:
Hey can someone tell me what ART is? Is it more customization options for the ROM or?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] GoreTan:
You could of just searched Google or this forum to find out what ART is, but to answer your question, it's another compiler for apps. Usually apps are compiled using Dalvik, which uses JIT - just in time compilation.

ART is an experimental compiler in Android 4.4 that uses ahead of time compilation, which is supposed to improve performance and speed but uses more storage. Some apps - like WhatsApp, are not compatible with ART yet. I would not enable it if I were you, it's a beta feature right now.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
and just about everyone i've talked to that deals with development has disregarded ART. for now.

also, 4.4.2 is rumored to be headed to HTC One GPE instead of 4.4.1. guess we'll find out soon enough! but, not really soon enough heh

edit: already rolling out to Nexus devices

edit: after inspecting the N5 OTA, it appears that they pushed out some more Camera tweaks. specifically Camera, Gallery and FaceLock, as well as some libs
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] GoreTan:
Yep lol. It's unfair that Google gets to insta-update Nexus devices while we have to wait. :(
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
Sweet.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] joeh2184:
OK, I know im gonna get blasted for asking...but what modem do i use for the tmobile s4? i used the search and not finding it. Thanks

Edit: can i use this on this rom on the tmobile s4 USA?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2544612
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
I feel lucky to be able to run a stable stock experience haha

it'll be interesting to see if they continue the GPE line
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] 1range:
From 4.2.2 stock : | to v2.5.4 = ) sweet everything works solid smooth both cameras Bluetooth everything... Thanks!! Mr Virginia
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] laureanop:
Saw this in Google + and had to share it.

Certainly seems this way...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] kelmar13:
Use what you linked. Further explanation is in the 3rd post of this thread.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Tak23:
GSM 3g 2g DROP?

Man I love this rom but it seems like I get a low lte signal with tmobile but when i switch to gsm my signal is much stronger but every version of the 4.4 rom I got one problem and thats my signal when I switch to gsm 2g or 3g either or and my signal starts to work then eventually it just drops and doesn't come back until I switch it back to lte I:confused: have the latest baseband M919UVUEMK2 but if anybody can tell whats the problem It'll help a lot?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] The Apostle:
It appears that everyone has stopped reading and learning. I can only come to one conclusion. Zombies are coming to eat our faces off. #ricktatorship

sent from my jelly bean droid (SGH-M919)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
I'm running LTE smoothly with no signal dropping. I too have the k2 baseband with Knox booyloader. Working flawlessly.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
I knew you could have a knox bootloader! thanks for answering a nagging question I had. hadn't updated mine yet, either.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
Lol... Yeah mannnn. Only Lil nag I have is the fact I can't delete extsdcard pics via gallery or photos. Via file manager it works. But other then that, I'm loving this ROM.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
since switching to Quickpik, I haven't missed the old gallery.

I'm surprised none of us has figured that one out yet. I haven't looked too hard, admittedly.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] sdmark:
Ha, I've been using quickpic since my mytouch 3g...It's excellent
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
Yeah is all good.. not a big deal.. I just like running straight stock GE..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] The Apostle:
Quickpik is a fantastic app. I don't think I've used the stock gallery on a year.

sent from my jelly bean droid (SGH-M919)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
Can you view your Google pics from that app
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] style154:
Well 4.4.2 was just released for nexus devices lol will probably skip 4.4.1 to fix the issues on the gs4 gpe
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Tak23:
maybe its just the coverage in my area for lte is weak good to know its not the rom!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Danvdh:
I took a look through GalleryGoogle.apk for a few hours the other night, Can't see anything in there.

The app you suggested is very good :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
it shows all photos on the device
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] joeh2184:
Im having a issue with google chrome freezing. It is not force closing it will just freeze where i cannot pinch and zoom or click anything so i can only back out of it. Anyone else experianced this? is there a fix? Thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
haven't experienced it myself. of course i don't use chrome a whole lot.

sounds like shoddy chrome being shoddy. i think the fix would be to try another browser.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] joeh2184:
OK. Will check out another browser.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] The Apostle:
You cannot. But you can in an app called "Just pics!"

sent from my jelly bean droid (SGH-M919)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] CGCR:
Great ROM! Out of curiosity though, is there a way to enable the Volume Up/Down sound?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
or the Photos app included. also stock Gallery...

didn't quite understand the question before. G+ photos do not show up in QuickPic, only photos on the device.

yes, use the ART build. it was removed because it is distorted thanks to a terrible firmware build from Google/Samsung.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
update test

i have made some more updates to the Camera thanks to Google trying to get the Camera right. would anyone care to test it with me?

i have both ART and non-ART builds.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] 1range:
ROM features?

Is there a way to get a sense compatible mods or functions perhaps not listed in the OP? For example: muti tasking (apps/screens), USB debugging, Xposed Installer mods etc. My apologies, if I may have missed additional details somewhere:cyclops: And again, great ROM on v2.5.4 :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
-do you mean multi-window? if so, no.

-usb debugging is part of Android and has been for a very long time. it's located in developer options. click on Build number/VirginROM a bunch of times to enable developer options

-Xposed is located in the first post. mods are contained within Xposed
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] 1range:
Yes, aware usb debugging couldn't find it is all :o Yes, I have installed Xposed and gravity box which has plenty of options...there are alot of mods there wouldn't want install something not compatible :highfive: Overall just didnt want to miss any goodies...as far as muti-tasking, it seems I maybe missing something in the way of switching from app to another without it closing out completely...nothing ever shows in recents...which is np...just exploring...

Overall, this has been the best experience I've had with my S4 since I got it (about 6 months of frustrations)...all around the connectivity tethering. bluetooth, sms/mms (send/receive), 2g 3g 4g lte, and yes no lag...are nothing short of GREAT...And now I run off in shame at my oversight of developer options....:p
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
GravityBox KK seems to be working okay so far. i'm just using it for a few extra quick tiles haha

to multi-task, double tap home button. GravityBox even adds in a clear all function if you wanna clear 'em out.

glad to hear you're enjoying the build :good:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] kelmar13:
Are you still looking for testers? Non-ART please. :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
yep, give me a sec and i'll PM you with a link. having PC issues here
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] kelmar13:
Got the PM, charging phone now. Will let you know if any issues.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
went to thank you but i'm out of thanks for the day haha so thanks!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
Yeah bro. I will.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
sent you a PM, mate. will send the link that way, as well
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Danvdh:
Pm me bud with what you did. Have a feeling its 4.4.2 cam and gallery

Cheers
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
lol you want my build? new Cam is one thing.

i also did some under-the-hood improvements with Video/Cam quality that users here have been wanting forever. trying to differentiate my GPE ROM a bit more from the rest ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] kelmar13:
No worries. Thank YOU for providing an EXCELLENT ROM!

Just flashed (decided to go clean install). Setting everything back up now. Will get to "breaking" soon!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
sveeet :cool:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] epsix:
When I flash the same ROM. I only wipe System/Chache/dalvik I never wipe my data.:thumbup:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BossMan809:
Hey I have the S4 rooted only. Basically stock rooted 4.2.2 JB. Can I flash this with no problems or do I have to do something else? I been flash hungry for the past 2 months but have just stuck with stock root until I found a ROM worth a shot. Seen the video review for the ROM and loved it. Please let me know. Thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Danvdh:
no no don't want the build. I just wanted you're changes

going to try the 4.4.2 gallery and cam tonight and see what happens
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
You should be good to go w/o any problem. You may want to flash the MK2 baseband in case you experience any network loss issue. The procedure is there in Q&A.

All the best :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
np! as soon as i've finalized them (make sure working as intended) i'll let you know. i'm using a modded 4.4.2 Cam. i haven't tried the official yet or Gallery. about to give it a go now but i don't think they will work as stock.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] kelmar13:
So far so good. No FC's. Everything looks good thus far!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Danvdh:
it's .1 mb bigger then the previous gallery, checking libs now

no reason I should not work, Gallery is not compiled any different for varying devices

i'll play with it too

also looks like I can answer you're question

LG pad 8.3 and Sony Z ultra now have GPE, pretty awesome they are keeping this line going
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jcX4ever:
Hi,

I noticed that there are times when I place a call, the screen turns off. The problem is, screen won't show up and I have to force restart it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Danvdh:
compress air in you're ear speaker should clean up the sensor for you

known issue with the hardware, not the ROM

hope this helps
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] ashwinmudigonda:
I wouldn't mind giving it a spin, though I doubt if my FFC will work!! Actually, when I think about it, right before I flashed your ROM, my stock camera quit on me. It acted all weird, and the only thing that got it back was a clear data/cache for the camera and gallery app. Not sure if that somehow percolated into the new ROM.

Either way, I can test a new camera build. I have nothing to lose!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BossMan809:
FFC as in front facing camera not working?

What all isn't working with this ROM for you guys?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] epsix:
FFC is working perfectly, everything works. These people are beta testing a new build not release yet.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BossMan809:
Ok cool. Guess I'll give it a shot then. Off to downloading it
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
i saw! the LG Pad is very tempting. maybe after xmas i can snag one but i doubt it.

you should prob Odin back to UVUAMDL and make sure everything is working, like the Camera. maybe the module died? i have no idea :confused:

you should wait a few moments for the new build that will be up here shortly
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
update v2.5.5

12.10.13

-v2.5.5

-removed Chrome

-updated to 4.4.2 Camera

-increased video bit rates

-increased audio bit rates

-increased sample rates

-increased picture quality

-increased SD video size from 640x480 to 720x480

a while back a lot of users asked for better quality videos. well now you have it :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
Excited :P Gonna clean flash it ?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
if you were on 2.5.4, feel free to dirty flash, esp if you weren't having issues before. you will be perfectly fine with a dirty flash in that case ;)

edit: also [MENTION=2183906]kelmar13[/MENTION] you can dirty flash (or not) from the test build. i put in a different Camera but they are both built from 4.4.2. if you wanna just download the ROM and pull that one apk, everything else is exactly the same.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] kelmar13:
What's different with the camera? I don't mind the one on the test build :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
it was just compiled differently. same exact functionality as final build
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] kelmar13:
Gotcha. I'll get around to it eventually then. :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BossMan809:
Hadn't downloaded it yet until I just seen the update. Gonna put it on the SD now and back up my current one
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] roblxskye:
Do you have a ART version?

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Never mind you do .oil thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fdorr:
Im using 4.3 and works amazing. Its this 4.4 build stable 4 daily use? Reboots?

Regards for the answer

Enviado desde mi casiopeia E100
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] laureanop:
:p:p

Not even IOS 7 is more stable than this. My only reboots have been because these damn devs keep releasing more updates for the ROM and I have to get into recovery.

:sly::sly:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] RickCain:
I thought V2.0 was sweet, can't wait to see 2.3!

This 4.4 build is definitely a daily driver.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
Dirty Flashed it. All Good... Thanks mate...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] 5526859:
What's different between 2.55 and 2.55 ART?THANK YOU..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
in ART build you can enable the new ART runtime. this is a more stock build, little to no mods
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jmulla718:
Just flashed the new update working great!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] polo79:
I'm digging the community here. Best phone I've ever had because of you guys! THANKS
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] marketingmike:
I noticed but never asked

why doesn't our lock screen have the google now triangle at the bottom or the camera icon? also does everyone else's google camera panorama mode look wierd with a smaller image toward the middle of the screen? I am installing the newest update now. Sure it will bring even more joy to my phone

other than that this rom is running GREAT. also for anyone who hasn't installed gravitybox I highly recommend it

MarketingMike
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] laureanop:
Because we have hardware keys and that's tied to the navigation bar which we don't need. You can use gravity box to enable one though. I use it.