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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] wvhellbilly333:
I have only been messing around with ROM's and such since December of 2013 and have learned a lot since, if I knew exactly what tools I would need to have to build/port a ROM I'm almost 100% positive I could figure out what to do. I found a thread on XDA, something along the lines of 10 easy steps to port a ROM to your device that I have been reading and studying. I may grow balls enough to try it, but I am scares to hard brick my Skyrocket cause its the only phone I have, I may look around on eBay and possibly get another one just for practicing my hand at porting ROM's...I know this has nothing to do with Slim, but just thought I'd put it out that I am willing to learn. I do have some self taught HTML and PHP coding experience so I understand how and what a code is, so I am sure I could learn how to port a ROM for our device...just wish I had someone to show me, makes it allot easier to learn watching someone or at least having a step by step guide to go off of...anyways, back to the SlimKat thread at hand here...lol

Sent from my Blackened Beanstalk Skyrocket
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Many of my contributions here have been through testing for devs. The last I remember testing builds for PR, the video camera was not working at all due to non-existent vendor blobs. He told me that someone willing to and with knowledge of how to write these drivers for us is needed to support the video camera functionality. I don't know what can or can't be ported from CM or other ROMs but I know the camera/video camera is mostly working on BS.

It's been a while since I built Slim, and while I can fix some minor errors, build a different kernel into it, etc., that's about where my current Android knowledge ends. I write PLC and HMI controls code all day and my plate is rather full for more coding at night too.

Calling any and all Skyrocket vendor blob video camera driver devs!

EDIT: I'm pulling Slim source now, and may solicit the help of one of my dev friends and maybe others in looking at the camera issues. Let's bring Slim back to the SR!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Andrw0830:
Not sure if you saw my comment, but the last 1.2.8 AOSB build for the skyrocket, had the 5-second camcorder delay fixed, I know it is not much, but it is progress, so maybe that build had the vendor blobs from CM 10.2 which made that work. Also the latest 04/01 Unofficial CM 11, had the blurry preview fixed as well, so I wonder if we have to mix and match to get it working. The fact the original Galaxy S2 has lots of support and bug fixes should mean the skyrocket can as well, we just need more devs to do it. I understand 4.4.2 may be the last Android version for the skyrocket, but why can't we at least make it bug free? If you have a build to test, let me know.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Thanks. I had seen that too.

I wish I could but I can't commit to maintaining the SR on Slim. Between a full time job plus OT (on salary so it's unpaid), a family with 2 kids and sports, training in virus and malware eradication taking 20 hours a week, and an active computer/networking/web dev side business.

When issues arise the response time from me would probably be eternal. I will play around with it though, since Slim is near and dear to me simce the initial SlimBean days.

I'll check out the AOSB build and see if I can get those commits into a build of Slim over the next few days, no promises. If I get something worth testing, with PR's permission I may ask for testers (maybe via PM). We'll see... ;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Smittiegee19:
I've been known to be a good tester. Just saying
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Andrw0830:
Thanks no worries family and work comes first. I am majoring in Computer Engineering, but working in code is something I don't specialize in.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
I've been looking for the Gerrit changes for this, and [MENTION=5446926]L0k3n[/MENTION] appears to be MIA (hope he's OK).

Does anyone know which project had the changes applied for this? I've checked CM code review and the AOSB github but it wasn't evident. If the latest changes were used for AOSB 1.2.7 and 1.2.8 then it would fall somewhere around Jan 30 to Feb 3. That long ago?

Feel free to PM to keep the thread on SlimKat.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] jahrule:
Went ahead and synced slims sources and did lunch then make and got some build errors about variables not being in scope. If some one wants to help out we can get a build up.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Andrw0830:
I am no programmer, but try putting it on the Project Rookie thread too, as you may get a quicker answer.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
+1

Yes Rookie can help a LOT! Going there now myself... lol

EDIT: Build running now... we'll see what happens!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] jahrule:
I posted the problems I am having on project rookie if anyone would like to help out
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] jahrule:
Ok here is a build I did for Hercules. You can just replace the kernel with the kernel from CM 11.0 and you should be fine.

Enjoy :)

http://d-h.st/8iB
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] jahrule:
Hardware keys on Hercules don't work. Enabled Navy bar and everything else seems to be ok. Did not test extensively.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
OK, no guarantees with this, but I did manage to get a build to compile this morning, and wanted to give back to the SR community... Thanks for the approval to post, [MENTION=3877985]prbassplayer[/MENTION]!

This has the "fixed" Camera2 and Gallery2 apks from [MENTION=4861254]Kiltnar[/MENTION]'s CandyKat thread. If camera preview and recording delay are fixed for you, go there and thank him...

SlimKat 4.4.2 Build 4.2 NSD for the Skyrocket

Slim GApps 4.4.2 Build 4

Although I can't promise I can fix it, or even that it is fully working, please report any bugs you find for the collective good. Thanks ;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Andrw0830:
It won't let me record anything with the video camera. I cleaned flash and made sure the md5 was correct. Is the Camera WIP packages included that are in CM? I don't know personally how to add them in, but there should be research or something in the rookie thread. Besides that, awesome job as everything else is working!:D
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Thanks. Same here when I flashed, but the Slim beta version I tested back in Jan. had the same issue with the video camera being not able to record at all.

I'm running another build with those CM changes added... trial and error here ;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] _Jax_:
Thanks a lot Dan. Following this closely now since we have some action.

Again, thanks for giving it a shot and looking forward to see what comes out next.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] _Jax_:
Might be a stupid question, but does anyone know how to add lockscreen widgets on this rom?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] shaggyskunk:
System Settings - Security - Widgets
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] _Jax_:
Yep thats it. Thank you

[MENTION=4435460]NoSpamDan[/MENTION], really solid build. This thing feels great. Was hesitant on it as slimkat doesn't have all the bells and whistles like other ROMs but this is just great. I really hope I'm not jinxing it but my Bluetooth hasn't even cut out all day.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] alanjames01:
I flashed twice and lost root both times
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] shaggyskunk:
Curious - How people can "lose" root with Roms that have Superuser built in....

Did you happen to go into Developer Options - Root Access - Apps and ADB.....
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Hmmm, my test build is the same. TiBu Root told me it was missing. Settings > Dev Options > Root Access was set to Apps both here and in the Superuser settings. I changed the settings around some to no avail.

[MENTION=5019760]alanjames01[/MENTION]: Have you got anything listed in Settings > Advanced > Superuser?

[MENTION=4351374]shaggyskunk[/MENTION]: Have you flashed my ROM linked in Post #143 and have root?

Here's a work-around to get SU working (until I have a chance to check the build):

I know PhilZ recovery has a "Re-root System (SuperSU)" option. Not sure what recovery you used but you can get the latest PhilZ here, run that option, then go to the Market and install SuperSU to manage root.

Tested with TiBu Root and SuperSU prompted me when opening. ;)

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Update: Thanks to the amazing generosity and kind suggestions of [MENTION=4861254]Kiltnar[/MENTION] and [MENTION=4559825]wantowan2[/MENTION] (a big THANK YOU to both!), I have cherry picked several CM changes related to the camera and wrapper, and reverted the commit for Bluetooth LPA which is supposed to help with BT playback issues.

Still working through compile errors, but optimistic. ;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Andrw0830:
I had the same problem, but just went into Superuser, into settings and clicked on Apps only. I relaunched the application that wasn't working and it launched Superuser no problem. Thanks again for the awesome support!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] shaggyskunk:
It looks like I will have to eat some crow - I haven't flashed your build - I responded "out of school".... Time & again, I see that people believe that they have lost root - but it's not the case - 99% of the time - it's a settings issue.

I've never flashed any Slim build - where Superuser was not present.

I apologize for my assumptive post..
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
No problem. Thanks for your honesty. :cool:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] _Jax_:
So... anyone have an issue with wifi not scanning?

It worked when setting up the phone initially. My home network is saved. Came to work, tried to connect to the wireless here and its not scanning at all. Checked my tablet and it sees my work's network so its not the router here.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Andrw0830:
[MENTION=4435460]NoSpamDan[/MENTION], is the latest 04/13 build on dev-host good for testing?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
I wouldn't bother... It boots fine, but I noticed that you can't swipe left to view recently taken camera photos, and video is still broken. It has the old cm11.0 kernel, which I understand will not work with the latest cherry picks and camera patches.

I put it up to d/l it to my test phone later since I had to crash, but later realized the "next" kernel wasn't in there. Got that in my dependencies for another pending build but had some errors with libraries that I'm going to try to sort out tonight. ;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Smittiegee19:
For some reason my video camera still does not record, even after a redownload/reflash. Any pointers? I'm using the latest cwm, changed nothing. Stumped
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Not sure about this. Mine connects and remembers my home network fine at least...

Testing a new build. Last build had cam/vid cam issues.

I'm flashing it now to test, and I'll post it here if it's worth it ;) :fingerscrossed:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Andrw0830:
Not sure if you saw, but [MENTION=4800121]Sultanxda[/MENTION] posted a CM 11 build that has everything fixed including full Camera and Netflix! The next kernel he said is the main cause for it. Awesome work, the last couple of days we really made a lot of progress on this device. Thanks so much!:D
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Hmmm, I pulled the next kernel in the build already, and several commits related to camera and overlay. I'll have to check that out, thanks!

Currently working on my test build: Root, camera and swipe to photo, video preview looks good (not sure if it's totally fixed but much better), but video camera is still broken.

Off to scope out [MENTION=4800121]Sultanxda[/MENTION]'s kernel and fixed camera...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] _Jax_:
Yeah, it was weird. It remembered the one network but wouldn't scan anything else. Even when I got to work it essentially glitched and said I was still connected to my home network.

I mean, I guess it could've very well been a wonky download on my end. No biggy really. Other than that it was quite honestly one of the most stable roms I've ever flashed. I don't know what you did because it originally didn't go that smoothly for me when released but it's really a great build.

Thanks.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Andrw0830:
Do you need any testers for the newest build?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Smittiegee19:
Ditto.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Thanks but not yet. Camera is still busted with next sultanxda kernel... I'm still working at it though.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Sultanxda:
Hint: camera fixes have nothing to do with the kernel, except for the 5-sec delay fix. The camera fixes are in a camerawrapper in the msm8660-common tree on my GitHub.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Thanks. I consider the 5-second delay to be an issue, and this has been fixed on other builds. I'm not sure if those builds are using the next kernel or not. I was not able to record video on either of the CM kernels.

I tried using the trees in your manifest, but for Slim, for some reason the video still didn't work. I get a ton of QualcommCameraHardware, CAM_VideoModule and AudioHardwareMSM8660 errors. I'm still looking into it...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Andrw0830:
I wonder if you take just basic SlimKat repo and add in [MENTION=4800121]Sultanxda[/MENTION]'s msm8660 repo if that would work. There must be something about Slim's msm8660 that is causing it. I know [MENTION=4800121]Sultanxda[/MENTION] mentioned that his kernel is what gets rid of the 5-second delay, but we have seen from that CM merge that, that would work as well. As an experiment, I flashed Moretz kernel with his build and the camera still works awesome (1080p and preview) with the mentioned 5-second delay since his msm8660 is different. Hope that helps.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Tried that with SlimKat but I had the same issues being unable to even start video recording. Still at the drawing board...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Andrw0830:
I know [MENTION=4861254]Kiltnar[/MENTION] got his to record and it doesn't have the 5-second delay, maybe he can help you out. Once you get it to record, then you could use the other changes to make 1080p working too. Sorry I couldn't help you out further. Always if you get a build that needs testing, I'll be here!:)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Both [MENTION=4861254]Kiltnar[/MENTION] and [MENTION=4559825]wantowan2[/MENTION] have helped me immensely thus far.

I'll definitely share when/if I have a decent build together, thanks!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Sultanxda:
Does video playback work?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Smittiegee19:
It doesnt
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Video playback is choppy, but the audio is good.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Kiltnar:
I'm using cm source for the most part on most of the ROMs I build. Aokp keeps closer to cm than slim does. I'm thinking there's a few commits in either the camera/gallery apps that are missing or there are some missing commits somewhere else in frameworks that may be keeping the "updated/fixed" portions from working like they should. :thumbup:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Sultanxda:
Ah ok. That eliminates the possibility that the media HAL wasn't being built properly. A good way to debug is to view the logcat in realtime on your computer via adb logcat, and if the ROM supports it, running adb logcat -C will result in the log events being differently colored depending on the log event level (i.e. errors are red, debug events are blue, etc.).
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] NoSpamDan:
Thanks guys. Still working on it... ;)
[Miscellaneous Android Development] kylinsure:
GT-I8530 beam

rom 4.1.2

my phone's EFS was delete.

I cant dail number and no signal.

I need a efs.img.

who can help?

please download the EFS.img

thank you!!!!!
[Miscellaneous Android Development] kylinsure:
never sink!!!!!!!!

help help.for the sake of the god!!

everybody?
[Nexus 10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jersey846:
Well I have the N10 on my Christmas list after doing my research on what exactly I wanted in my next tablet. I'm coming from a Kindle Fire 1st gen rooted and running 4.4, so I'm sure I'll be pleasantly surprised at the difference in performance.

So to my question, since my family missed any potential Black Friday deals, does anybody know what the best pricing on the N10 is currently? I don't want a used device and on the fence with whether or not I would do refurbished. I've had my issues in the past with refurbished electronics. I guess if the deal was right I'd do refurbished. I was mostly considering the 32 gig, but if there was an outstanding deal for the 16 gig, I'd gladly do that since I never even fill up my 4 or 8 gig Kindle.. Whichever it is. Was also thinking of waiting for the N10 2, but with only mild speculation and no release date, I think I'd be fine with the current version. Any help would be awesome. Anybody know of any specific Cyber Monday deals either?
[Nexus 10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nigelhealy:
I was scanning for about 2 weeks, the best price varied by about $140 by the day between $280-$420. I'd put in the effort and check daily. This site seemed to find them fairly fast.

http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/1...exus-10-32gb-for-279-plus-5-shipping-us-only/

http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/1...us-10-32gb-plus-a-100-visa-gift-card-for-399/

So ...just from last 2 week's experience, I'd check this like twice daily as part of your ritual.

http://www.androidpolice.com/topics/phones-devices/samsung/nexus-10-samsung/

Amazon seemed to hold its price about $400-$425 when I was looking, I went for the Woot offer as it happened first, the ebay one was about $14 less for me but i'd already ordered the earlier one.

Have you worked out the price you'd want to pay (and don't say as low as possible) or have you worked out the date by which you want it ordered?

I wanted to pay $300 personally so I just held til I found it, I wasn't needing by a specific date as I just wanted basically less-squinting larger N7. No way was I going to pay $400, never mind $500.

I think a $300-ish offer will come up within the next 2 week, just put in the daily ritual and be patient.

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There is a thread intended for this you know...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1982118&page=202
[Nexus 10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jersey846:
Thanks for the rundown. Should have seen that last link before. But will be keeping my eye on that Android Police deals site. Do you have an opinion about refurbished Nexus 10's? Anybody running into any issues?
[Nexus 10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nigelhealy:
You run the same risks with refurbished as new.
[Nexus 10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hnk1:
If I were you, I will just wait for Nexus 10 2nd generation. It will be released very soon (Few days to maximum of few weeks)

Not only you will get top notch tablet with latest hardware but your device will also be updated by google for a longer period of time. This means you will see 4 more updates minimum with compared to last update on Nexus 10.

I know there would be some 100-250 $ in old and new generation but I can tell you that it will be worth to pay the extra and get it.

I had a choice to buy Nexus 7 2012 or wait for Nexus 7 2013, i waited and I can tell you I am so happy that I waited. Not only it's thousand times better than older generation but the price isnot bad either/ (I got it around 220 for 32GB using staples coupon in US while officemax was giving 15-20% off too). Remember you will always find deals around different time of the year and I know waiting sucks but it will be worth it.

Good Luck

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I guess you should wait too
[Nexus 10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nigelhealy:
look for bargains, don't wait unless you can wait.

There is only speculation about a N10 successor, there is in equal weight:

There is no N10 successor, current manufactured is all there is and Google is getting out of Android 10" as didn't sell well in volume.

There is a no 10" successor, there is an 8" successor which at least better matches what FCC approved.

There is an N10 successor, produced by Samsung or Asus

There is a 10" coming out but it is Chrome OS not Android

Dates have been "any day now" for weeks. There is a rumor one will be announced today (and there was last Friday and last Monday and the Friday before and......).

Now here is what happens when something comes out:

It is very difficult to get initially

you can only get it from Google Play with tax and shipping

you'll pay RRP

you'll suffer what initial bugs exist, like screen lifting, etc., you'll likely have bugs needing 4.4.2 or 4.5 to fix.

I'd not wait for a N10 successor, but neither would I pay $400+ for the current N10, I'd look out for N10 bargains around $300 mark, and then when/if a $500+ N10 successor comes out, you'll think "well I got a reasonable value for a known product", if the N10 successor comes out and it has something you want, you can then get it and sell the N10 for not a massive amount less than you paid and had it in your hands for the interim.

I got a N7 2012 32GB out in June '13. When the N7 2013 came out it was $50 more delivered. For what I use my N7 for, I kept it on 4.2.2 and ok, didn't like 4.3 and went to 4.4, which with Franco kernel is perfectly ok fine fore me, and you can get the N7 2012 32GB model now for $115.

If the N10 comes out, it will likely be worth $500+, the current N10 is I think worth $300.

My N10 is due in post today, I paid $314 delivered, let's see.....

Current N10 used on Ebay sell for >$300, if N10 successor comes out it will still sell likely for >$250. So if I sold my N10 say 4 months from now for say $250, I'll have lost $64 so cost me 50cents/day.

Is 50cents/day worth waiting and doing without for a possibly nothing?

So, the only reason to wait is because any given technology drops in cost over time, so if you buy it later you'll tend to get it cheaper, or get better technology. If you want now, focus on getting a bargain, don't wait for a future unknown thing.
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] scottb4u:
I'm the proud owner of a New AT&T Mega. It is running ver. 7.02 Maps so it cannot be rolled back to the old maps and the new map program truly sucks for navigation.

I know there is a way of installing the old ver 6.14 via an APK. I have no idea how to do it ! and I am not rooted.

Any help is greatly appreciated...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] apompura:
I have a cracked galaxy s4 and I want my screen replaced. I have a warranty but I was wondering if it was worth trying to fix it myself first by buying a screen on amazon.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] chrishoyt2012:
Replacing it yourself will void the warranty for sure...if something goes wrong...your screwed. Warranty replace the phone...in the long run you'll be glad you did.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] apompura:
So even if I pay for the extended warranty?