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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Sithlyone:
Hello, I would like to install a new boot animation.

I rooted my S3, installed Rom toolbox pro and went through the different boot animations. I previewed several of them. Installed the one I liked (actually changed the size to the max size as well, hopefully this isn't the cause of the issue I'm having). and even viewed the current animation (which it actually showed the one I choose).

I then rebooted as I couldn't find any other options for confirming that I selected a new animation. However my phones original animation continues to show.

With this I did a little digging and on a youtube video someone eluded to having to move the animation to another file, but gave no direction on how to perform this task.

I can't seem to get the animation to actually install or become my boot animation. What am I doing wrong? Please help

Edit: I've looked through similar threads on this forum and while at least 1 of them had the same issue, I couldn't find a solution that fixes this issue. (unless I just completely missed it of course and in that case please just point me in the right direction)

Thank you for taking the time to look and any help you can provide
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Sithlyone:
Ok, I'm really pulling my hair out here. All of the videos and instructions I have found have looked really simple (just click this button "install" and it works) whereas when I follow their "insturctions" nothing happens.

I know this is a simple process here but I am missing something.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Lorenzo VonMatterhorn:
in system/media there should be a file named bootanimation.zip overwrite it. fix permissions to match the folder/old one :good:

so the easiest way to get them from romtoolbox would be to download and move like i said. not the safest to let it install on its own.

also, half of the boot animations on there are not even in the correct dimensions. there are plenty of places on XDA and other sites where you can find WAY more , and probably in the correct size. hope this helps.

another thing : in the themes and apps section, there are even flashable boot animations. saves some of the hassle.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Sithlyone:
Thank you so much for the reply, however (as I am newer) I am stuck.

I went into system > Media and found no such file as bootanimation.zip.

I have seen this solution before, so I know others have had success with it. However it isn't there.

I have root access and I'm access this file system through rom toolbox, root browser.

There are no .zip files in that folder at all. The closest I came to is bootsamsung.qmg and bootsamsungloop.qmg

Now, I did check out the theme and app section but couldn't find this same issue there.

Thank you for your assistance.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Sithlyone:
Update:

I downloaded Root Explorer and found the file you were referring to. Another thread suggested to rename the file bootanimation_bak.zip. I thought that route was a little less evasive as it didn't really get rid of the old boot animation. However, when I did that and copied the new animation in it still registered the original animation.

So, with that said, should I follow your first instructions as to overwrite the original file or is there something else here that I'm missing?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] MrMeeseeks:
Try renaming the original bootanimation file to bootanimation.zip.bak then move the boot animation you want to system/media and name it bootanimation.zip. If that doesn't work it might be that the rom/kernel doesn't support custom boot animations.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Sithlyone:
No dice.

I thought you were on to something here as I found the system/media folder and had to change the permission to r/w and placed the boot animation.zip into it. However my old persistent one keeps popping up.

Now maybe I'm totally skipping a whole step here that everyone is assuming I'm taking. Do I have to have a custom Rom installed? I haven't done that yet, as none of the videos I've watched had instructed to do so. I'm rooted, that's it at this point.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Ragnar:
Yes, the issue is the kernel not the rom. Your stock kernel is overwriting the boot animation. Considering you did do everything as the other user instructed you to do. You renamed the stock boot animation to .Bak and you renamed the one you want to play bootanimation.zip and placed it in the same folder?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Ragnar:
It's should look like this look at the bootanimation zip file and the one right above it. View attachment 2181260

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Sithlyone:
Ok here are a couple screen shots of what I'm working with. I have followed every instruction through this thread.

This first shot is of the System/media folder. I pasted my new bootanimation.zip file here. Originally there was not a Bootanimation file here at all.

View attachment 2181932

This second screenshot of the Data/local folder. This is where the orginal bootanimation.zip file was located. I was instructed to rename it as Bootanimation_bak.zip and paste my new Bootanimation.zip file here. Then was suggested that I change it from "_bak.zip" to ."zip.bak". Neither suggestion worked. Then it was suggested to move my new bootanimation.zip from the Data/local folder to the system/media folder. I did so and I changed the original name back to bootanimation_bak.zip. And this is where I currently am stuck at.

View attachment 2181933

Now, I haven't done anything with my bootloader. I'm wondering if that is my issue, if I need to unlock my bootloader. I didn't want to get to involved with things that I didn't understand to fast and felt that replacing my boot animation seemed simple enough. So, do I need to unlock my boot loader?

Thanks so much for all of the time and effort.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] MrMeeseeks:
As another user mentioned the stock kernel you are using doesn't allow you to use a custom boot animation. You will have to unlock your boot loader in order to flash a custom kernel that allows you to change the boot animation.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Sithlyone:
Ok, thanks. I just unlocked the boot loader. How do I know which kernel I should flash? Any suggestions?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] MrMeeseeks:
Just make sure the kernel you flash is for your carrier and either touch wiz or aosp. If you're stock rooted it will be touch wiz. Just look through the development forums and find what works best for you. Right now I'm on bonestock rom with stock kernel but I really like Zeus kernel as well.
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dara007_168:
Is xperia sp really have a lot of problem like touchscreen not responding,wifi problem?all the user have this problem or some have and some not.
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Prm593:
depend on lot*..not all the people getting problems most of that thing got resolved in .284 firmware..:D
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dara007_168:
Thx for the reply bro but. What do you mean most of the thing got resolved in. 284?you mean that some people got fix and some people don't?do we got .284 by OVA(OVER THE AIR)do you face this problem or not?
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pakatsui:
Can't wait until .284 gets to my region and phone (C5303)
[General Questions and Answers] trey77:
Hi, I have a Samsung I5800 which has Android 2.2 (Froyo) and I have a few questions about using internet on the phone.

If for example I want to watch a video on youtube, is it better to use the browser and go on the site or use the dedicated youtube app? Same for facebook or other sites, isn't the app just a link to the site?

And lastly my phone can do HSDPA at 3.6 Mbps, how's that speed for browsing on the phone? As you can tell I'm not familiar with using internet on the phone, also I guess I would be anyway bottlenecked by my phone which isn't very powerful.
[General Questions and Answers] SirRaul:
It's better to use the dedicated youtube/facebook app, because these apps use API's only, which make them faster and use less bandwidth. No they are not just a link to the main website. A lot of the content of the main website it's already preloaded into the mobile app, like images, search function and buttons. 3.6 Mbps it's a good speed for a mobile device. you could download a 700mb movie in 20 minutes. Mobile sites are smaller, with less images, so you don't need a lot of bandwidth to navigate on them. Youtube videos for mobile devices are smaller to, since the screen is smaller and you don't need the same high quality as on a laptop or computer.

Hit thanks if this helped. Cheers !
[Windows Phone 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abdallasharbak:
Hi , I Have an HTC HD7 with dynamics rom wp 7.8

I tried to use the new app studio by microsoft to make an app

i used the QR code to download it on my phone , but i couldn't install on my phone , there was like something wrong ,

I tried to download the certificate on my phone with no luck

I'll be thankful for anyone who helps me :highfive::highfive::highfive:
[Windows Phone 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LEFTKOYL:
Hi,

I just want to register at Windows Phone App Studio and asking for a invitation code that requesting from Microsoft and after three days still haven't received.

Does anyone know where to get or how to get a invite?
[Windows Phone 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] thals1992:
Your devices will still need to be unlocked using the Windows Phone SDK. It doesn't matter if you use the WP7 or the WP8 SDK, they both have the stuff to Developer Unlock your WP7.5/7.8 devices. Your phone will need to be connected via USB for the unlock and the deployment of your apps. The app generated from the site will need to be downloaded and installed to your phone using the Application Deployment tool on yopur computer. Just make sure it says Device instead of emulator when deploying.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] LoneWanderer896:
All in the title. I want a stock JB rom.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Hey guys,

So I have been playing around with the camera on my Z Ultra and I wanted to share a few things with you.

1. DO NOT use Superior Auto at all!!

It destroys pretty much every photo and has too much noise and no sharpness. It's just shockingly bad.

2. Always use normal shooting mode.

3. Become comfortable adjusting settings and actually getting to know the camera so you know when to use appropriate ISO etc.

4. Adjust ISO yourself and keep it at 400 or below. Use in combination with HDR for some very pleasing results.

Those are the 4 most important tips I think. Never ever ever use superior auto. The results with normal mode are very crisp and have lots of sharpness and contrast.

Overall the camera I believe is better than the Xperia Z. I own both and with the right settings, the Z Ultras images appear sharper.

I'll post a few examples.

Thanks and how are you all liking the camera so far?

Sent from my Sony Xperia Z Ultra
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Here are a few examples.

1 taking with Superior Auto. The other taking with Normal mode on ISO 100.

Be sure to zoom.in on the bottle. You can see so much noise on the photo taking with Superior Auto.

Hopefully the results speak for themselves ;)

If you want other photos I'll be happy to provide them.

Sent from my Sony Xperia Z Ultra
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Way to much red in the photos taken with Superior Auto. Hopefully Sony will fix this in the next update. Btw, do you have the old Sony UI or the new one? (Old has a dark settings menu, while the new one is white)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
I have the Old UI with the Bravia Engine 2.

New UI should be released in about a months time. Hopefully sooner ;)

When are you buying your Ultra?

Sent from my Sony Xperia Z Ultra
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
I'm buying it as soon as it hits the stores in Norway, which i believe is in the first week of september(?), like the rest of Europe.

Unless a different beast emerges from the depths of hell somewhere, that is (which i highly doubt, so ZU it is.)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Is it not the last week of September it gets released in Europe?

Its funny right now, I am slowly becoming to accept the Z Ultras size as normal and the 6.4" display as normal.

Even when I pick up a 5" device now, it feels so tiny!! Haha

Sent from my Sony Xperia Z Ultra
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
According to news sources, the release date for europe is september 6th.

I had the same experience when i got my Note. I came from the Desire HD with a 4.3" display, so the Note's size was ridiculous at that time, and i remember laughing my ass of when i unboxed it! Now? Not big at all. It's the same thing with the iPhone. I had the first gen. from the states and a 3GS, and they were really big at the time, but i just laugh at its tiny body now :p
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
When do you think phones will stop growing? I imagine 7" with almost no bezels at all will be the limit.

Unboxing my Ultra though, I did laugh when I seen it and my first day carrying it to work etc, quite a surprise haha.

Me personally I love big phones though, can never understand people who say they don't want anything bigger than 4.5 - 4.7 inches.

Sent from my Sony Xperia Z Ultra
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Good question, and i have no idea, but i think we are near the limit now. IF the OEM's are planning on something even bigger, then i guess they'll have to make them without any bezels. That would be awesome and i guess a little science fiction looking :p

Something like this:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] E90 Commie:
I agree. I love big devices and my Xperia Z feels really tiny in comparison but one thing is for sure: I think the Ultra is the biggest size that a phablet can have and still being pocketable.

It fits my pockets but I notice that I can't carry a bigger device in them. The future development could be smaller bezels and therefore perhaps a 6,8 and perhaps even a 7 inch screen. I would even guess that the small tablets like the Nexus 7 will be replaced by phablets with the same screen size but smaller body (Ultra size).

So the future market will offer phablets up to 7 inch, then tablets starting at 8 inches and upwards followed by dockable "tablets" with screens of 12 inches and bigger. The small tablet is going to become a phablet - adding smaller bezels and a smaller body to the existing 7 inch screen and putting a dialer on is a straight forward development, especially when the Nexus 7 has connectivity to mobile networks already and the old Galaxy Tab could make calls.

I wouldn't be surprised if the 2014 edition of the Nexus 7 will be a phablet and that Sony are creating a partly new market with the Z Ultra.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Taco Jackson:
Coming from iPhone 5, the UZ produces astoundingly bad overprocessed images. What's coming off the sensor is actually pretty good as you can see if you shoot in burst mode since that is the only setting that doesn't add a massive sharpness filter to the output. All other modes are crap. Massive over sharpening and then saving at what has to be 50% jpg quality. I don't get the mentality of putting in user defined ISO settings but forcing sharpening and jpg quality.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
I do not have these issues. The only problems i have is when the phone is using Superior Auto.

Any other mode is perfectly sharp and noise free. I have also compared it to my iPhone 5 and the photos are very very comparable when you get the settings right.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Xperia Z Ultra:
Please tell me the about camera settings for best output of images in Xperia Z Ultra .. i donno how to configure my z ultra for best output images .. so please any one help abt best camera settings​
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] avsquare:
sounds like u need a crash course on photography instead.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
1. Always set the camera to Normal mode.

2. Set the ISO at a maximum of 400 and not higher.

3. Use HDR on occasions where it might be needed.

On those settings you will get sharp images. Of course, you have to learn the camera a little yourself too.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Frankly, that's not how you learn stuff. What's wrong with just experimenting like normal people do?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] mcteague:
Excuse Peppa pig, this was ISO 200, hdr with center focusing
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Looking good :)

What are your thoughts on the camera?

Sent from my Sony Xperia Z Ultra
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Super Chimp:
Does it miss not having any kind of flash?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
For me personally, in the 10 days I have owned the Z Ultra I have not missed flash at all.

Sent from my Sony Xperia Z Ultra
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Super Chimp:
Thanks. So it copes well in a variety of light conditions.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] mcteague:
Playing around with it to get the best shots works, once you've dialed it in you should have good shots. So far I haven't missed the flash although I haven't taken many pictures yet. I was blown away by the difference between auto and manual mode, way better results when you tinker with the settings. Anyway I'm looking at those strap on lenses Sony have lined up for Sept 4 release, could do with one of them. There's also the iblazer if you want a flash solution.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Super Chimp:
Thanks again. I imagine its size & weight might actually help you hold steady when taking photos.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] kkkok8051:
Camera

Why sony do this stupit camera for xperia z ultra? got superior auto fuction but cannot use!!!!!! Build for what purpose??? only can see but you can't touch it??? or wait for next update??? low light funtion without the camera flash already sad and now we need to use ISO 400 not more than that????????? 8 mega pixel????????????:confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused:

I think SoNy dreaming!!!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Geoffxx:
the Iblazer looks like an interesting proposition, I'm amazed nobody has thought of this before, it's small enough to slip in a pocket and an easy fit, would like to know more about how it works - does it work with the stock camera app etc (yes I know it has it's own software) very promising to say the least
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] harsha_aithal:
Why does the settings in the camera show only 7MP??
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] unk_damnation:
Turn off HDR or superior auto
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] liqn7:
No. Only works with its own app and limited 3rd party ones. At the moment the 3rd party ones are absolute rubbish.

The device will never get integrated into the default sony camera which can best utilise the hardware. The iblazr app looked very basic at best - no scene modes, iso adjustments or HDR mode.

For the price I'd rather carry a point and shoot if I'm really serious.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Geoffxx:
well I suppose you could just turn it on and take your photo with the phones camera

or perhaps in the future this could be developed
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] harsha_aithal:
Yes !! Worked thanks
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] User850:
Hello

I wonder if i can flash sprint rom on at&t note 2

Thanks for all the answer
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] wase4711:
only if you want to mess up your phone...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] G7Baker:
Yea be carefull flashing Roms thats is not for your device model. If I were to flash another Rom ft a different carrier I would stay with Tmobile, Att, and gt n7105. Alot of times modems aint included in the rom or you will have an option in Aroma to Retain Modem. Another thing is you might lose LTE flashing Sprint or Verizon Roms because there CDMA and yours is GSM. I would just stick to your own device forums. Or atleast stay on the GSM/LTE Side (7105-i317-t889)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] gregsarg:
This is a dangerous statement. ...

Your post will cause the OP to brick the device if the rom is used....g
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Bajanman:
+1 to this^^^^^^^^
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] wase4711:
I guess the guy who said you can flash any rom to this phone pulled his post....good thing, because as we know, that would be INSTANT brick...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Bajanman:
Just noticed that WASE. Lol

But your exactly right. Good thing he did remove it!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] gregsarg:
Posting nonsense like that can only lead to the attraction of the moderators...

And that is likely what happened to the post. ...g
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] alveos:
Here is the android 4.3 camera application for your devices. I tested it on xperia s and it works fine. Move the app to system/app (with root explorer) or just install it ;)

Screen:

Working Devices:

Xperia S (OpenSemc 4.2.2 RC1 Chocolate)

Download:

http://www10.zippyshare.com/v/94913910/file.html
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] lestersaenz:
Works HDR?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] -Johannes-:
Yeah you're the third person that shares this apk...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] alveos:
I didnt test the HDR, cause i had to backup my system after installing other mod. Sorry for being 3rd person, i didnt see it ;(
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rErEaT:
Galery.apk?!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] skywalkerdroid:
8 Mega Pixels max. Not good at all. It's better the stock one.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] funky0308:
That's probably app from Nexus 4 from Android 4.3
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] marc_ecko28:
It shows 13mp on my s4 max and 8mp on XS
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] skywalkerdroid:
It may be, on SONY XPERIA S only shows 8, and to be honest there is not so much improvement. Better use the SONY XPERIA ZUltra camera, works like a charm. And ofcourse it has Superior Auto and SONY XPERIA S's 12 MP's can be used.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] YuriBasescu:
This one is good for PhotoSphere!!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Sp1ke08:
Where can I find it? Thanks!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] skywalkerdroid:
HERE : http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2221379
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] avik6123:
Already 2 thread is available about 4.3 camera.why another thread????

Thread reported.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] funky0308:
May I ask one thing?

Did you edit xml files and built.props (instructions in OP)?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] skywalkerdroid:
I only added this line : ro.media.enc.jpeg.quality=100 in build.prop,it's more than enough.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] o2xygen:
I am deleting my account on this forum. Goodbye
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] alveos:
Who cares? This app have panoramic.pictures ;)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] -Johannes-:
I think even 3 or 4 threads about this camera.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] avik6123:
Yeah right
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] plusboy+:
plz comment about images quality/is it better than original?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] uuggu:
With acro S, no.

Camera app is main problem with custom rom-s not based on original soft :(
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] alveos:
I will do later 8mpx stock, 8mpx jb+ and this one 8mpx.
[One (M7) Themes and Apps] bilek06:
HTC ONE Wallpapers :laugh:

Downloads

HTC ONE Wallpapers.rar - 9.94 MB
[One (M7) Themes and Apps] CheesyNutz:
how many of this threads is there going to be ?
[One (M7) Themes and Apps] Spiderman313:
Thanks for the wallpapers.
[One (M7) Themes and Apps] Vadrieldur:
I'm sorry but those are some really ugly wallpapers.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] TerryTay:
I have been using MW5 and facing Memory problem. I tried to install softwares to my SD card/RAMdisk/Stroage but the Storage & Program still keep reducing. :evil:

Another problem is the resume is very slow after it turn off the backlight.

I really hope that someone could offer to share if they have Improved or Official released. :oops: :oops: [/b]