yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] roblxskye:
Anyway to fix video recording, it's so horrible.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fyaajster:
Found the answer back at 300pages.

mrvirginia,

Fist of all the ROM is superfast, thx. for the great job.

I did a full wipe and everything is working great but I'm missing the Reboot menu to select other reboot option.

Is there a way to get that back I saw it on the video that it came with the virginROM.

If you play the video at1.24min that is what I am missing.

My cell Gal S4 m919
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jzero88:
Battery life in 4.4.2 is amazing.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
video recording is actually improved over stock GPE thanks to changes I've made. I could increase the bit rate some more, but I think you'd be better off using a pro camera if you want really good quality. keep in mind, this is a cellphone.

that video was made before KitKat. reboot menu can be added via Xposed, and then GravityBox.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] oquinones:
I think what he means is, under low light, the camera lowers it's shutter speed and makes things blurry when in motion (the frame rate drops). Samsung, on TouchWiz, keeps the shutter speed at normal shutter speeds (like 1/60) and the video looks smooth (frame rates at 30fps). I'm pretty sure that it's just the default camera app on Android that does this lowering of the shutter speed to let more light in. Not sure if there is a good camera app out there that keeps the shutter speed at 1/60 so you can have normal frame rates.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jzero88:
What's the deal with no Wifi-Tether???? What can I do to get this to work.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
wifi tether does work, according to a few users. they did nothing special
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Vigz:
I love this Google Play Edition rom very much. Thank you very much MrVirginia! Does anyone get a weird popping noise when wearing headphones on this rom? Try playing music on an app like Play Music, pause it, then go to the Home screen. A few seconds later, there will be this mysterious popping noise that comes up. I've been able to reproduce this on the Google Experience Launcher. This issue does not occur if I use the normal launcher.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mralexander006:
I couldn't get native wifi tethering (without using another app, like FoxFi and using USB tethering as some other users have mentioned) to work in 4.4.2 either, although it works with the last 4.3 ROM just fine. There are no issues getting devices connect to it, but an internet connection cannot be established.

I've read in other 4.4.2 threads some isolated users with issues too, though others saying it works fine. I wonder if it's user error, or something within the 4.4.2 GPE ROM itself that prevents unauthorized tethering on some carriers (probably crazy notion, although it might explain with FoxFi by USB with "hide tethering" or whatever I've read turned on works), or a GPE bug impacting some users.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jzero88:
I'm thinking the same thing. Can cannot just fine but I get Limited Internet. Also works with using a USB cable. Tried using barnacle WiFi as well, the errors it gives might give some more insight. If I have time after work today I'll try to provide that info.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] roblxskye:
Its the way the camera handles low light, starts to lag while recording low light. In touchwiz there is no frame drops. I was playing with a nexus 5 and noticed the same thing.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fyaajster:
Thx. mrvirginia
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
the Google Experience Launcher was pulled directly from 4.4.2 N5 Google firmware. it could be a bad deodex from where I pulled it. I'll look into it when I get back from vacation in a few days. I'll likely have a zip for you to flash via PM so hang around, please.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Fenny:
For tethering to work without detection the tethering APN needed to be changed from the tmobile default. The mod has already been done on this rom, but depending on the area you are in, some people need the tether to connect to the epc.tmobile.com APN (Which is the APN in this rom), while others need fast.tmobile.com it just depends on your area and on LTE. If you are having issues with tethering, open /etc/csc/customer.xml and replace epc.tmobile.com with fast.tmobile.com in the tethering apn section. Once you have done that, reset APNs to reload from customer.xml.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Vigz:
Alright, thanks. The issue is a minor gripe though I appreciate your help. :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mralexander006:
I'm running on an AT&T mvno, like some others probably are too, in which case we don't use either of those APNs FYI.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Fenny:
Excellent point, and a good warning for everyone else: Don't assume APN information posted in the T-Mobile section is meant for you if you are not on T-Mobile.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jzero88:
Thank you. Will give this a try when I get home tonight. Hopefully this will fix the issue.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] razormy:
Anybody getting FC with Pandora?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jzero88:
I have no CSC folder in /etc.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Fenny:
Oh, right it's /system/csc
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jzero88:
Thanks

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Hmmm mine was fast.tmobile so changing it to epc.tmobile will allow wifi-tether to function properly and give me internet access? Also, when you say tether to work without detection, what do you mean.

I don't want to hide the tether o pay for it. Or do you mean something else?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jzero88:
Also, this is what I am getting when trying barnacle WiFi. I've allowed root access so not sure what's going on.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fyaajster:
Keyboard Return/Enter key not sticking

Thx.for the awesome ROM

I don't know if anyone has key board issue like i have.

The the Return/Enter key will not stick once you start typing, the Return/Enter key will change to smiley key there for I can no longer insert new row.

Any one know of a fix please advice.

Here are the screen shot.

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/11748051/Android screen shot/Screenshot_1.png

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/11748051/Android screen shot/Screenshot_2.png

Found the solution it was the default JB Messaging SMS.app even if I change the settings in Soft keyboard type the Return key will act as a sending button when you press on.

Is there a way to removed this app could not find it in the app manage because the message.app came with the ROM.

I added the 8sms (Stock Messaging, KitKat) and the Return/Enter key stick.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] tofi1:
Mr.V when are you buying the Note 3? We need a Virgin ROM for that one now. I moved over a few weeks ago and missing my virginity! :cool:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] xperia_88:
Just a stupid question, how does this rom is third size of most of the roms here?:confused:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] laureanop:
Touch wiz Roms tend to be 4 -5 times bigger than AOSP because of all the bloat and extra features. The same is the case for Sense roms. Pure AOSP roms are about 180-200 MB + another 140ish in gapps.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
this is the second issue i've noticed with the stock SMS/MMS app in the ROM. part of a senders name also gets cut off in the notification bar. there is an add-on for a 4.4.2 SMS/MMS app in the OP. this one has no issues. 8sms is also a good alternative.

i'm jumping off of the Samsung bandwagon. it is extremely likely that i'll be picking up a Nexux 5 as my next device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BoboBrazil:
I thought about this too due to Knox. The s5 is rumored to have a 2560x1440p screen though:eek: Gonna be a hard decision.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
it won't matter to me what kind of specs it has. Samsung has gotten out of hand on the software front. also, performance will take a hit if it ships with an 800 Snapdragon.

1920x1080 800 Snapdragon > 2560x1440 800 Snapdragon

that chip has to push a lot more pixels

just my 2cents
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Poser:
I will dig around then... again, very nice job.:good:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
how about this :) http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2095243
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Laggedoutal:
http://db.tt/C5jX9x6P

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I just posted one just replace in system app and reboot

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The one I posted there is a lot of customization that you can do
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] s1n3rgy:
Put Wifi calling and this rom is a beast. I installed it last night i loved everything about it the look the feel the only down fall is i need wifi calling for my house due the blackhole my desk is in.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
Fenny is working on it :)

it's a boatload of merges
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] s1n3rgy:
Awesome i am looking forward to it. Thanx for the quick responce.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
np!

yeah me too lol
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Truballa4real7:
Thanks...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
there's finally a full GPE 4.2.2 dump so i'm going to be doing some looking into the files and making sure everything is how it should be :)

edit: alright, files are the same. but i now have original Kernel for GPE if anyone would like it...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Paradoxx123:
Since the model number is i9505 will T mobile view my phone as a different device and look at my usage as mobile hotspot usage instead of native usage sorry if that was complicated it the only way I could think of explaining.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
i understood you ;)

the answer to your question is no, they will not look at your usage as mobile hotspot. i've been running it like this since 6.29 and have had a bill cycle since with no extra charges. our device is essentially the Google Play Edition device that they sell because it is fully compatible with both T-Mobile and AT&T networks. the model number being I9505G is also why Google Wallet works without users having to do anything to their build.prop or flash any other mods :)

enjoy the ROM!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Poser:
Very Nice:highfive:

I also found this

I imagine the proprietary samsung drivers keep this from being true AOSP... so when using mods, I assume using TW designed packages is the way to go.

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Will give it a whirl... Thanks!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Pinan:
Yes please. :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
kinda hard to explain but it's more of a hybrid

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2367813
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] scorpio_bpl86:
will there be any change in the performance if i flash this kernel ?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
yes, whether negative/positive I couldn't say right now. was posting more for those who wanted the stock kernel and for devs.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] DOTC:
Internal storage space

Whats the free internal storage on this rom? I believe the stock rom only left you with 8GB.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] whytechapel_x:
Same
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Laggedoutal:
I found some battery Mods but they didn't work.. I got transparency to work but the battery would show but does keep the right percentages.. Any ideas

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http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2343756

Google edition (MOD BATTERY %,TRANSPARENT,CLOCK CENTER......)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
I'll take a look and make a new one today for this ROM

edit: so the xml is modded but this is taking me a while because i'm making new battery images for it. i found one by jkay that would look nice but some of the charge images are messed up. will have it done today, though.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] xperia_88:
I notice the high rating for this rom but never played with "Google Play Edition". You can see my rom now and it is not bad at all. Do you think I need to try this rom? Will I feel the different?

P.S Can I used the Samsung Keyboard I like for example?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
there's a pretty huge performance difference between TW and GPE.

no, the Samsung keyboard will not work with this
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] GoreTan:
Let's hope it comes with a Snapdragon 805 then ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
a very good possibility!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] laureanop:
It doesn't matter. The only reason why I don't put this phone in a shredder is the work of yourself and Dan. After having a miserable time with a Samsung fascinate I swore I'd never get a touchwiz phone again no matter how good the camera was. Fast forward two years and I made the mistake of getting this phone after spending two years with a nexus.

Touchwiz is the same crap it was three years ago, but they've just thrown in outstanding hardware to make up for its deficiencies; yet they're still falling short. I have tried all the 4.3 roms and kernels including stock and oh dear lord!!! It's even worse than 4.2.2!!!

Thanks to you, Dan , Ktoonsez and others I can say that I'm happy with this phone and I'm in no rush to get anything else.

Sorry about the rant
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
for me, no one will ever make the perfect phone unfortunately
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] laureanop:
Agreed
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] nivekx9:
There just might be! Google search: Project Ara.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] GoreTan:
You mean Project Aurora?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] nightf0x:
Is there a way to get Beep 'n Go (or Omnibeam) to work on this rom. I know there are some international GE S4 ROMs that have this.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Dharris76:
Does WiFi calling work?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] kelmar13:
No. It won't work on any GPE ROMs.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] nivekx9:
I found it out in an article

http://www.csmonitor.com/Innovation...-Project-Ara-Snap-together-a-custom-cellphone
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fyaajster:
Ok this might be a stupid question but how do I enable a GPS module on this ROM and how do i know GPS is working.

I'm trying to use Sygic and getting an error message "Inacurate signal for car navigation"

Thx.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jcX4ever:
The ROM is getting snappier, thank you.

Here are my observations:

1) Even the previous version, whenever I make a call or receive a call, the screen turns blank. This problem prevents me in tapping speakerphone and I can't even hang up. I hear the other person calling but the phone is basically frozen.What I usually do is press and hold power button until it restarts.

2) The current Dec 17 version is not letting me sign in to my work email (MS exchange). This, in addition to #1.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] a103:
Go to Settings - Location - Mode - Device Only.

That should work. If you have gravity box installed then just toggle the GPS from Quick Settings drop down.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fyaajster:
Thanks!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BoboBrazil:
hey mrvirginia, just wanted to let you know the problem with google playing the videos and freezing at the 9 second mark is related to rooting, apparently they have some kind of drm protection in their video app that messes it up on rooted phones.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jcX4ever:
I have the same exact problem.

EDIT:

It turns out that it is a hardware issue. The GS4 seem to have this problem where the proximity sensor gets dusty. 1 solution is blasting the speaker grill with compressed air.

You may test your proximity sensor with these apps.

Test your Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hibernate.v2.testyourandroid

Proximity Sensor Finder https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tigermonster.proxfinder

ETC
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jacob66:
SIM insertion?

I flashed this ROM about a week ago on a phone that has no service. So I was wondering, if I were to put a SIM card into this phone from another service (other than T-mo), would it be working? Or do I still need to go through the unlocking process?

Actually, I've tried unlocking it, but the secret code menus won't work in the dialer. Thanks in advance. ^_^
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] rivas741:
8 Ball Pool crashes :(

Sent from my GT-I9505G
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BoboBrazil:
Using ART or dalvik?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] rivas741:
Dalvik on latest. ART was removed from this ROM. ROM was flashed, cleared data & cache, and wiped dalvik cache. Still nothing.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] nivekx9:
Odin Stock first.

Then go to general section, there's a unlock for this phone that allows all carriers.

Then flash a custom recovery and this ROM again.

Then flash the CSC for the company you want to use (found in post #1)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BoboBrazil:
Maybe the app is not compatible with 4.4.2
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jacob66:
Thank you for you help!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] nivekx9:
Anytime :) oh and you have to add your company specific APNs after too.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
the codes may have changed for KitKat :confused:

regardless, if you're using a sim card from another provider other than T-Mo, i'd recommend flashing the GPE CSC zip located in OP. it will prob give you better results since it has support for multiple GSM carriers.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fyaajster:
Ok here the scoop on GPS it will only work on google map.

If you try on other maps like Sygic, tom-tom it will not detect GPS or lock in on the GPS.

The error I am still getting for both of these GPS apk is

1. Sygic I am still getting the "Inaccurate signal for car navigation"

2. Tom-tom I am getting "waiting for a valid GPS signal"

I also was outside in my car to get a clear view and still no GPS for 15min.

Yes I turn on both location and GPS module I've tried on all three settings and it a no go for GPS.

I went for a driving for 30min still no GPS signal just doing a short POI drive.

I am going to try a different ROM to see if it makes a difference and report back.

Here is the GPS module screenshot:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] fyaajster:
Yep! GPS stick in other ROM Sygic and Tomtom work. I really like this ROM a lot hopefully mrvirginia will look into this.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] nivekx9:
The codes to get in developer's menu (I assume that's what you're taking about) are the same if you Odin stock (you can only go there in tw anyways). So as long as you're on UVUMDL (I think that's it) the code works.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
yes. this worked on 4.3 VRom afaik
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] toucan:
I was out of the country for a couple of weeks and had no direct Internet access where I was staying. However, because of the T-Mobile international agreement to have data over 2G, I decided to try tethering from my phone for the first time ever.

My phone is running the 12-7 4.4.2 version (I think) of the Virgin ROM. Right out of the box I was able to get my Wi-Fi tethering to work without any problem. I was able to have my tablet use the data connection and get emails and such on there. Color me impressed at how easy and straight-forward it was.

I realize several are having issues with tethering (and I have not yet caught up to all the messages following this quoted one), but I would like to chime in (late) that I personally experienced no issues whatsoever with the needed tethering while in Mexico.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
you are one of many that are experiencing no issues with tethering out of box. i appreciate you letting us all know of your positive experience :highfive:

in the next update i may tweak a few things to possibly help those that are experiencing problems with native tethering. hopefully i won't break what's already working :p
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] The Apostle:
Thanks MrV... I want to come back.

_______________________________________

sent from my mobile office while swerving down interstate 64. Since I cannot keep my eyes off the road to long, please excuse my typos.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
update v3.1.1

01.08.14

-v3.1.1

-fixed deleting photos on sdcard via Gallery app (thanks Danvdh & broodplank)

-killed some check-in services for better battery performance

-some csc tweaks; removed some useless code

for those of you having issues with tethering, you can try removing the csc folder all together. it is located at /system/csc. i wouldn't delete it but instead i would cut and paste it to your sdcard to keep as a backup.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] nivekx9:
Can I dirty flash [MENTION=2651267]mrvirginia[/MENTION]?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
most certainly :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Hotbread:
[MENTION=2651267]mrvirginia[/MENTION] Ah-mah-gawd!!! Between you and Danvdh, I don't think my phone went for a week without being wiped again!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
we both like tinkering a bit, i think. always trying to improve something :silly:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Hotbread:
Absolutely not complaining. I welcome the onslaught of support and creativity on the S4! :victory: :highfive:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] H3adru5H:
Virgin 4.3 still the smoothest ROM on this phone for me. Kit Kat roms are smooth until the notification drawer chokes up and starts stuttering like it does with Touchwiz.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
i've never had this issue before. nevertheless, i'm sure there are users that agree with you here :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] rockstarar:
[MENTION=2651267]mrvirginia[/MENTION] I have 3 questions

1) in terms of using the GEL with ok Google enabled, is there a noticeable battery hit vs without it?

2) is your and danvdh's Roms similar enough that I can dirty flash between the two

3) is the popular stance on art still that it is more trouble than it's worth?

Thank you.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mrvirginia:
not sure on using GEL. I don't use it personally. I don't know how similar our ROMs are. I only know of some of the differences due to Dan and I conversing. I would think you prob shouldn't dirty flash between them, though. give it a go if you're brave. I run ART now and have for a while. hasn't caused any trouble for me
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] nivekx9:
1) yes it'll impact battery badly. Your mic is always on listening...think about that impact on battery.

2) i wouldn't, its two Roms

3) I use it and its faster to me than dalvik but installing will take longer.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] LoopDoGG79:
As far as GEL, I use it on my Nexus 7, battery impact is minimal. I have not heard of anybody saying there was battery drain when used in there S4
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] erid2thed:
No battery drain here ...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] nivekx9:
I'm just saying turning on the mic the whole time logically drains more battery than not, you can't get around that. The OK Google will drain more battery than by not using it. And I read somewhere that someone tested it and it did in fact drain more battery.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] erid2thed:
This ROM with my kernel. With gpe and "OK Google " enabled

Oops. Wrong pic uploaded. Xda won't let me change it so I will post pic again
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] rockstarar:
Obviously it will drain more, I just want to know if it enough to be noticeable. Seems like it's OK
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] erid2thed:
Correct screen shot.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] pinoycrusader:
Mind sharing your kernel?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] erid2thed:
A basic version is in my kernel op. The thread is closed but files still available.

In my kernel thread click link for source. Then click "files" tab on the source page.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] andrewbat:
Are international i9505 still having random reboots with your rom [MENTION=2651267]mrvirginia[/MENTION]
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Danvdh:
Not if you flash latest kt google kernel in the international orig development forum:)