yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cplking:
Yeah I've noticed it's a tw thing in general def does not apply to this amazing rom.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
As for the power menu I'll see what I can find out and about the keyboard did you flash any mods ? You can pull the keyboard from the zip and put it in System/private app set perms and reboot that might work?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 66gt350:
Thanks for looking into this. For the keyboard, I didn't have the secondary keys, so I tried downloading the S5white from Echoe Creations. I'll try pulling the keyboard from the zip and see how that goes.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cobra7361:
Has anyone tried flashing cobalt theme with v26?

Just curious before I flash this here soon..
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Put it in System/app not system/private app my bad?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] pfizzle:
hey everyone

I've been running Hyperdrive Rom for a few months now but want to try out something different!! this UPSM feature seems really appealing. I just have a couple questions before I go ahead and flash..

(note: im on safestrap 3.72 )

1. If i make a backup in safestrap of my current ROM setup, and in the case i want to revert back to my current, if i just restore that backup willeverything be the same?

2. in Echoe rom, what have you guys been averaging in your battery life? like the screen on time and standby, i generally get around 3 hours with my current set up at home but drops to around 2 when i'm out

thanks in advance guys!

**ignore my signature if it still shows, im on safestrap 3.72 and kitkat 4.4.2
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] sbcrumb:
Yes I did flash it and it changes 96% of the ROM. There are some items like the dialer and contacts that don't theme. But no boot issues or fc's

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One question I have is how do I answer call waiting? On ROMs with in call recoding the swap calls button is missing so if I do answer how do I get back to the first call?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
JD you the shizzzzzzz. Good stuff loving this version. And I'm really digging the fixed signal bars. Now truly compete.

Sent from my sexy s4. Oooooooooh you know you like it. Go on and give that thanks button a little push. You know you want to.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 66gt350:
OK...tried replacing the keyboard with no luck. =^(

I wonder if I try a clean install and see if that does the trick. Or I'll just get used to no secondary keys.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Thanks! I agree a more complete rim now? who needs the s5 when we have this for our s4 lol

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
As for SS you should be ok I don't use it but from what little I know you're backup should work fine. As for battery life it varies based on the user of course but I am averaging 2.5 to 3.5 hrs of screen time with about 30-40 hrs before recharge. That's without any power saving modes activated. ? hope this helps.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] pfizzle:
That sounds good, I'm about to download it, thanks!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Your welcome. Enjoy the new phone feeling this rom gives! ? lol and there are plenty of SS users here willing to help if you have a problem.?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
Hey have you or anyone seen a glitch where the system ui force closes after hanging up from a call.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cplking:
I haven't experienced that all
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
I'm gunna go dirty all over this and see if that fixes it.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
No problem here?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] loonie01:
Anyone getting slow charging?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] The Sickness:
But I will look to see if both files are the same in KeyGuard.apk.........if they are I will make it Vrtheme. That way no more booty-loops:silly:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Nope charges normal here

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
I keep getting the system u.i. crashes when hanging up from a phone call I can't figure out what's causing it I even tried doing a fresh install it's still doing it any ideas
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] sbcrumb:
Call Waiting

I have asked before never really got an answer and searching has yielded zero results.

How do you switch between or back to the first call when using call waiting on ROMs with in call recoding the swap calls button is missing so if I do answer how do I get back to the first call?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Never used it before so I really don't know but I will see what I can find out for you ok?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] sbcrumb:
Thanks appreciate it.. I find it odd that this hasn't been asked before.. Lol does no one use call waiting ?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
Never mind I fixed it. I did a fresh install without restoring apps through the play store
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] riker147:
When you're on a call, is it listed in the menu?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] sbcrumb:
No it isn't that was the first place I looked.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mochamoo:
I am guilty of dirty flashing as much as I can since the time it takes for ME to set up a new rom takes a lot of time. To that end, what do you experienced clean wipe flashers do to speed things along? Any tips that you are willing to share?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] riker147:
Do you use Xposed with Wanam? I think there might be a setting in the "Phone" section you could try.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Glad you fixed it? stupid Google lol

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] sbcrumb:
I did check in there there is nothing in there but to switch the call record button to the add a call button.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
Well now that I'm fully up and running, I can make my backup and start going nuts. Woot Woot.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Velocifero:
This is what I do to save time: Back everything up with TiBU, including data. Use TiBU to create an "update.zip" file, deselect everything and manually select just the white texted user apps, but don't include data. After flashing the ROM, go through the setup, and let the system sit for a few minutes. Then restart into recovery and flash the update.zip file. THEN once restarted, go into TiBU and manually restore data to the apps you want. Then restore a Nova backup within the app (if you use Nova) which puts everything back into place on your homescreen. Saves a **** ton of time.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Do it my friend! Let us know your results?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
What have you found that works good from the sickness mod so far with v26.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Toggles, modded systemUI and settings, signal bars

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
I'm gonna do it now. I'll share my results.

SS mk2 bootloader nc5 base.

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So sexy. Perfect rom.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Nice!?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
Has anyone tried the dialer themes
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] pfizzle:
Just installed! Running really smooth so far, good stuff

I just had a quick question, I got a pop up saying that after 10 wrong attempts at my password on the lockscreen, it'll erase and format my phone... Is this real or just a deterrent or something.. I can't find where to turn that option off
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Never saw or heard anyone report that before so I don't know what would happen I don't use the pin unlock.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Not that I've heard I haven't sorry

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
Now I'm even more tempted to try Lol.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Backup first lol

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Gotta say all these apk tools to decompile and recompile are supposed to be fairly easy to use but for me not one will recompile a stupid system ui apk grrrr? end of rant?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
OK so dialer doesn't work. However the sickness transitions do and they are bada$$.

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Also is there anyway to get rid of the software update thing in settings.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Yes the transitions are awesome! I'll look into the update thing in settings it's on my list?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] blastthenoise:
Has anyone tried a different MMS.apk? Like the other one in the OP.

Normally I am all for blacked out/dark themed apps, but some of the things in the messaging app in v26 are hard to read.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Redflea:
I have a PIN set and see the same warning. I'm assuming it's real until someone fails 10 times and says otherwise. :)

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Is there an option to get the S5 Gallery on this ROM?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cbmggm:
The one I provided jds3118 works fine, Modded Stock S5 MMS
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] blastthenoise:
Downloaded on phone and laptop, both zips are no good. Won't flash (wasn't sure if they were supposed to), also comes up as corrupt/invalid zip archive. Could you try uploading again?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] egore93:
I used and no problems on my end.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] blastthenoise:
Never mind, went back and found your dropbox link.

[MENTION=4304370]jds3118[/MENTION], the version of the zip linked to on Android file host is incomplete, it's about 4 megs smaller than the dropbox link originally provided.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] The Sickness:
To get rid of the "software update" in settings requires a CSC feature.xml edit.

Unfortunately, it would require a fresh install of the rom. Which means it must be cooked in.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
Poopsicles. By the way you're transitions are amazing.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] The Sickness:
Thanks man. I'm working on V5. Lots of new stuff

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
Ooooooooh a new shiny toy to play with. Can't wait dude.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] lokerman:
Good question! I've accidentally ended so many calls while trying to switch from one person to the other on call waiting. I would love to know if there is a solution to this!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] The Sickness:
I have the S5 files. So I'm going to see how they match up as far as Vrtheme goes. So it will flash just images. Some of my mods require the full apk.

Just stay tuned. ....:D

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
V26 should be the s5 gallery

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
A little love from wanam. Sexy sexy.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Yeah I missed that one lol sorry my bad?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
Is there any other quick way to debloat. Echoe debloat causes issues for me. Force closures all over the place.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Did you use slim or full?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
Tried both. Slim gives me system.u.i. crashes and ultra gives me core.process. crashes.

I don't mind going through it manually it just takes fooooorrrrreverrrrrr. Lol.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
A few people have reported problems with the debloater friedrich420 is working on it?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
Hazzzaaaaaaaaaaaaaa [emoji4]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] decaturbob:
No problems here with slim debater. First thing I run after first boot and before I log into Google.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] aknotts415:
Could someone provide a link for the sickness mods you guys are talking about that would be great? :p
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] The Sickness:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2769038

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] aknotts415:
Thanks!! ::) cant wait to try these!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
I used the same kernel in v20 as was in v18 I didn't get a chance to update. Probably something in settings. If you used kt kernel before try deleting kt folder on sd card and reinstall kt kernel this has helped me in the past. ?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Anyone try the s5 launcher themes ?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jscarano:
Finally got the rom working . Thanks
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Glad to hear it ? enjoy

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] sigmaxaa:
Was going to ask this same question...Thanks jds!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
The no signal bars is due to the roaming indicator off which is due to the change for in call data. I am working on a workaround though ?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] gordo2212:
The note 3 camera from this thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2626435 is working great on this ROM. I haven't tested every single feature but so far so good. Surround shot works good and I find this camera better than the s4 camera.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jscarano:
Thanks!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Akomack:
CWM Recovery.. Wouldn't aroma not even start of the MD5 was bad?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Thanks I copied your post to the original Echoe thread as well to share ☺ hope you don't mind?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Not 100% sure I would think it would just fail. Have you tried a different recovery ? I know I had to update mine ? because of the size of the zip file.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] gordo2212:
Not at all. I was just spreading the word.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
[MENTION=2371173]spotmark[/MENTION] where you at ?? lol did you update? Lol
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Akomack:
I'll try updating it after I try downloading again
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] JRowMe:
I ended up waiting for v20 to flash this. I LOVE it.

Thanks so much.

So far so good
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] tiger505:
Nice work on the ROM...Lots of tweaks and everything worked great except for the signal bars. I know the fix is in the works for that. Now the big issue for me is I have 3000+ contacts with pages of notes on each. For the first few hours when I went to use the phone my favorites were there, log ok and contacts ok and could make calls. I really like the dark contact look, but this morning I'm getting the "unfortunately contacts has stopped" message and no calls can be made and it gives me the "Unfortunately"... message even after reboot. I tried clearing the contacts cache, deleting all my contacts but I still get this problem. I had to Nandroid back to Hyper which works great with the white theme for contacts. I have tried several different ROM's with the dark contact theme and it happens always with that message after a day or two. Weird.

Great work however and I wish I was able to really give this ROM a go. :(
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] spotmark:
I'll be back, but I've been experimenting with the international ROMs, using jrkruse's patch. Currently running Omega, and it's running so good, I'm having a hard time tearing myself away.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Thank you [MENTION=4304370]jds3118[/MENTION] I read post #3 and dl'd several of the linked apk's but I am not sure where to save them and how to choose a particular theme with the S5 launcher.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Just install like a regular app click on the app you downloaded to install. After installation from home screen hit menu button then select theme and pick what you like. ?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
That's where I am having a disconnect. After I installed the API, I go to home screen and hit menue. I get 3 choices: Wallpapers, Widgets.and Home screen settings. Home screen settings gives 2 choices, Transition effects and My Magazines. I don't know where to select a theme. [emoji14] Now do you see my issue? Feeling a little lost..
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jon53179:
what are people seeing for battery life.... mine is only at about 14 1/2 hours.... am i doing something wrong?

:rolleyes:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] toknitup420:
What's your screen on time.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Here's my current battery info?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Redflea:
Thanks. I checked and it appears to be S4 Gallery. File name in priv-app is SecGallery2013. AFAIK, S5 Gallery is SecGallery2014.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Ok thanks

Edit: frack I had it in my test build but must have forgotten it in the final. I know the sickness Modz has it in the zip or you can copy and paste with a root explorer if you like. Sorry about that?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] decaturbob:
V25.1 I was seeing 30 to 36 hrs on average. Don't know on V26 yet...but I only lost 2% overnight.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Redflea:
Thanks for the info. I'll push the 2014 apk and rename the 2013 and confirm.

No go for me. I pasted the apk in and fixed permissions, and renamed the 2013 gallery, and rebooted, but 2014 gallery would not launch. Also had a phone FC on reboot, which was weird. I'm guessing that the necessary libs may no be there for the newer gallery apk?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] epicroot:
Anyone else getting a contacts fc when you go into contacts > menu> settungs> contacts ?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] shindiggity:
Yeah same here
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] epicroot:
Also where can I get the stock s5 unthemed mms apk

And

Where's the baby monitor app.. I see it in system/app but I'd how to activate it
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Confirm I'll have a look at it? thanks

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] bryantjopplin:
I have a black or white version which is basically unthemed.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Redflea:
What was your screen time during that 30 - 36 hours, and what power saving settings you were using?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Baby monitor in settings/accessablity/hearing

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] epicroot:
You got a dl link you could post for them
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] bryantjopplin:
I'll have to upload the white one bit here is the black one.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/ycv87ysyt37m9r8/S5_MMS-1.zip
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jon53179:
here is my capture....
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
It looks like Google services may be running a lot in the background maybe media scanner too. Looks like screen time would be about 3.5 hours which does eat battery. Could be an app running constantly in the background too. I use Better Battery Stats to track what's draining my battery I would try that there's a thread here on xda that will help.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cbmggm:
There is one in the OP that I provided:

Modded Stock S5 MMS

http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23501681358552132
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] epicroot:
Is it the white version. That's the one I want
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cbmggm:
Here are two screenshots:

Edit1: I double checking the screenshots; I reflashed and will verify.

Edit2: Screenshots are accurate
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jon53179:
THANKS!!! I will try it out.... any ideas about greenify???
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Not really never used it sorry.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Velocifero:
I use that keyboard theme too in SwiftKey, coming from the Pitch theme. It's doooopppeee. :D
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] calebcabob:
Does version 26 have the S5 phone dialer in it? With the popup notification for incoming calls?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Jcratcliffe_:
Yes it does. Also has it for text messages :)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] decaturbob:
4 1/2 hours. ..just have smart networks enabled.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cobra7361:
I have been asked by many to do a sticky on my battery setup..

I may do one soon...have answered dozens of PM s

Anyway...pm me and I will tell ya how to triple ur battery life..

I get around 40-50hours from full battery

That's with 4-5 hours of screen time..I average around 4.5 hours of screen time
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cbmggm:
I will change it around every couple of weeks.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] decaturbob:
Put a thread in general section and I'll add a link to it in my S4 stickies.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cobra7361:
As soon as I get some time I will for sure..

Got a sick wife at the moment...

Will get screenshots and everything together and type up a

Big OP...will have to get links and all that together..

Right now my phone has been off charge for

23 hours...with 1.5 hours of screen on time and 1.25 hours of

Siruis XM radio and 30 mins of phone calls and

I have 72% battery left!!!...I am almost back to jellybean type of battery

Which I never thought I would get back too..

Now my wife's phone...she took OTA and stock ROM.

She can get around 3-4 days from full charge with like 2-3 hours screen time..
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Awesome my friend! ?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] calebcabob:
HELP!

3 issues that I'm having:

1. Had no AROMA installer...I tried with CWM and TWRP...I just thought there was an aroma installer...? Maybe not.

2. Random hotboots - I've been running this rom for about an hour, had it happen a few times already.

3. No signal bars...I have the regular 4g icon with no bars...All the time.

So I'm assuming there are either a couple of settings I can change, mods I can apply or something like that to address a couple of these. Would someone please let me know what can be done - if you have any feedback on either of these issues?

THANKS IN ADVANCE!! :) Also, I really like this ROM and don't wanna give up too early! I'm eager to find fixes here.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] blastthenoise:
1) Hasnt been an aroma installer since v24. The mods can be found through the Echoe Creations app, but I am not sure which ones will and will not work, I havent tried.

2) Random hotboots - sounds like you have something incompatible somewhere. We'd need to know what your flash process was (assuming you are not a SS user since you mentioned CWM and TWRP)

3) You need to flash the fix in the OP listed under the link for v26.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
1) no aroma since like v22 or v23

2) did you wipe/factory reset? v26 needs FULL WIPE if on SS don't forget to flash modules

3) signal bar fix link is right under v26 download link

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] calebcabob:
OK, cool! So aroma is out...just wanted to be sure. I did a full wipe with TWRP (I'm an MDK user). I had the first 2 hotboots before installing anything. I had just walked through the setup wizard. I think the only think I had installed was Boat Browser and titanium backup (both from play store). I'll apply the signal fix, thanks! I kinda missed it because of all the info in the OP...my fault! I'll keep you posted on the hot boots:) THANKS!!!