yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] apeman81:
Been safestrapping since the Droid X day.

Can I help?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
What's your current setup?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] quixtech:
tester needed

if you are looking for a MDK tester still i'm available.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Working on a second build will pm you with a link when ready.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 66gt350:
Same here.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] apeman81:
Looks like v34 with 4.4.4 is out.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
V34.4 is the latest update
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] apeman81:
Indeed. I saw that after posting the last.

Do you happen to know if this will function on VZW S4 with SS and JKRUSE patch 25?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Jkruse is working on updating his patch to work with 4.4.4 and I'm working on porting v34.4 to work on Verizon.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] apeman81:
Indeed? Wonderful. VZW S4 using safestrap.. Let me know if can I assist. I know you no longer have VZW,

Thanks for all your hard work
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Uploading test 2 ?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] apeman81:
Sorry I missed this earlier.

Running Echoes 32.1 on MK2 based VZW S4 with Safestrap 3.72.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] luke24:
I can test!

NC5 SS currently running echoe 32.1
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Is test 2 up? Didn't see pm.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
You will have it soon working on it now
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Thanks, don't mean to sound impatient. I thought I missed it.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] woodyear99:
I just installed the rom. When I try to update Super SU it says installation failed :(
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Did you flash Loki doki.zip after flashing the rom? Try updating SU after initial Rom setup.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] woodyear99:
Oh I didn't install loki doki, is that required with the latest v29.1? What does it do?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Are you on safe strap?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
As I understand, lokidoki is a zip file needed by some ported roms to be recognized by VZW phones. I know it is used to flash on MDK S4 bootloader. [MENTION=4304370]jds3118[/MENTION] may be able to elaborate further.[emoji1]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
The loki-doki exploit basically is a script that the kernel uses to bypass the mdk bootloader as I understand it.[emoji4]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] woodyear99:
I'm using safe strap on nc5, think I still need that loki doki?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
No it's for mdk bootloader only

What are you trying to do?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] spotmark:
Woohoo! I'm coming home. :highfive:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
P.s. I may have a bonus or two later tonight ??
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] tiger505:
Yeeha, and a big thanks JDS...looking forward to the update, but V20 has been rock solid for the past week or so with excellent battery life. Could V21 really get better? Wow.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Still setting up but here's what my current setup looks like ? with new NC2 modem as well ?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Big extra thanks to you ! Hope you enjoy the update ??
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
It's about time ?? lol
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] spotmark:
Alright, my apps are updated, and backed up, and my Nandroid is running now. Where is this supposed update? :p
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Don't worry. It will be here soon enough:)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Come on now you know I do this with 2-3 year old equipment right ? lol
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] spotmark:
Lol, just busting your stones.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Almost done 80 percent ?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Calling all flashaholics!!!!

Link in OP for V20.1 update ??? Let me know what you think!

4/21 change log

1) added Verizon files from NC2 leak for more stability

2) edited APN and build.prop for a more stable 4g lte and Verizon look

3) added stock email with security exchange in aroma thanks [MENTION=1949695]jrkruse[/MENTION]

4) added stock mms so it now works on both wifi and lte ?

5) in call data working on both wifi and lte ?

I was also able to retain dark dialer and contacts ?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] JCBiznatch:
Flashing now!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] spotmark:
Rom and newest KT kernel flashed. Rebooting and setting her up, now.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] antgash:
MK2 compatible?

Hi,

I'm on a rooted S4 with baseband I545VRUEMK2, is it possible for me to install this rom? I just tried flashing in TWRP and it failed. any help would be appreciated.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
What is your bootloader ? It can be different from your baseband. Do you use safestrap? ?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
What version of TWRP are you using?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] antgash:
I've never used safestrap, is it just an alternative recovery? Similar to TWRP or Clockwork?

i'm not sure what version TWRP I have. Would you suggest i update TWRP or try to install safestrap?

Thanks in advance for the help!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
If you've never used safestrap then you probably just need to update your recovery because of the file size. What rom are you coming from ?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] vdub2pt0:
A new update coming? I just got 29.1 all set up. Looking forward to the update though. Might have to dirty Flash. :eek:

Sent from my GT-I9505 using Xparent Blue Tapatalk 2
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] woodyear99:
Supersu says I need to update. When I try to update Super SU it says installation failed. Was wondering how I could fix this issue.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
OK I think I understand but I thought there were 2 apps in playstore 1 is Supersu and 1 is Super Su anyway if you are on SS did you flash the Supersu fix?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cbmggm:
Delete

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You will need to re-root your phone:

https://towelroot.com/
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] MHotovec:
Let me know if you still need an MDK tester.

I'm currently on Echoe V29.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jake.levinez:
My GPS does not seem to be working, any ideas?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Try the GPS fix in settings/my device/Echoe download and extras.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jake.levinez:
Already did, and I should probably mention I'm on the S5 port.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
OK are you on SS or mdk?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jake.levinez:
MDK
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
OK did you clean or dirty flash? And what rom are you coming from?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jake.levinez:
It was a clean flash, coming from a hyperdrive ROM if I remember correctly. Had no GPS issues with that one.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
1 or 2 others I think had a problem like that coming from hyperdrive. Try a dirty flash of the rom and see if that can fix it. What recovery are you using?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jake.levinez:
CWM touch
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
OK I use twrp when I flash I wipe system, data, cache, and delvic cache not sure how cwm touch works.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Thanks [MENTION=4861212]TheSickness[/MENTION] for this awesome dialer! Looks "sick"!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] bryantjopplin:
Also 2.8.0.1 is out
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Have you used the new recovery. Any changes?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] bryantjopplin:
Been using it since it came out. Just mainly fixes imo. But I never have any problems anyways
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] apeman81:
Has anyone tried 35.1 yet?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] riker147:
Using it now. So far no problems.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Been running it for a week. My all time favorite so far!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] trasher73:
Running it now too. Only issue I have is that my MMS doesn't work for some reason but I don't know if it's the ROM or the patch or the signal bar fix? I decided to install AEL superlative by the way.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] apeman81:
Thank you all. I am, now , running 35.1 as well. So far, so good
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Keekers:
I did a clean install but keep getting a force close when trying to add my gmail account. Anyone else run into this?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] kwes:
I know I'm late but this rom is a beast. I just install this on my sprint sgs4. Wow my phone feel like a new phone. Thanks
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Glad you like it! [emoji2]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Try wiping app data and cache in app manager
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] kwes:
Yea I'm loving it. Keep up the great work. Everything works nice and smooth.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sczar:
The Rom is awesome but the problem is the Wifi is not turning on. I followed all the steps in the OP. But still not working.

Any advice ?

P.S I see that some users are reporting about the Echo V35.1 I cant find the download link for that. Any Ideas?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
On Echoe website. As for WiFi are on ss?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sczar:
Sorry I should have mention that before. But Yes I am on Latest SS.

SCH-I545 running NC5

And is the V35.1 for Verizon as well?

Thanks
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
You will need jkruse patch for 35.1 did you flash all modules and I thought there was a WiFi fix to flash also not sure I was never on ss.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sczar:
I just tried to flash the Patch. My phone wont boot I think you need to have MDK bootloader for it to work so its not compatible with SS.

But Thanks for your help.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
There are SS users running Echoe rom currently maybe someone else can help you but I know it works.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
After flashing the patch u need to flash the signal bar fix.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sczar:
Here are the Patches that I tried Here

Patch V22 and V25 didnt work for me.

Am I using the right Patches???
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
I believe v25 patch and signal bar fix is what you need.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sczar:
I will try it again with the signal bar fix and I will report back.

Thank you
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Sczar:
FINALLY....

Everything is working and great Thank you very much for your help.

I know what went wrong. When Installing the patch I had to select (Install Stock Kernel) It was on (Keep Rom Kernel)

SS users cant install Kernels because we don't have unlocked bootloader.

Other than That every thing is Great.

Thank you. :good::good:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Glad you're up and running [emoji4]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Flydude112282:
Hey guys, i just started following this thread and I am using a Verizon S4 SCH-i545 NC5 with Hyperdrive 19 and i was thinking about trying echo out...is there anyone who has used Hyperdrive that could give me a good opinion between the two? I'm having a really hard time trying to decide what ROM I want to use as my daily...just can't seem to stop flashing different stuff...lol
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
You just have to try it. It's a matter of taste.[emoji111]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
It's an addiction my friend! Lol good luck!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Flydude112282:
Thanks to the excellent instructions on this thread I just flashed 35.1 with no problems and WOW...I didn't think any ROM would make me leave Hyperdrive but looks like I was wrong...:) Just one quick question since I'm using the ported version will the echo custom mods work on my phone like boot animations and stuff? What base do I download from? And what is a custom browser? Sorry for sounding noobish...oh yeah, thanks to everyone who worked hard on this ROM...U definitely got a donation coming from me!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
You flashed the s5 modded version so not all the Echoe mods will work but there are themes you can flash I suggest that you try checking this out

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=54617814
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Flydude112282:
Ahhh...thanks for the info! :)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
No problem enjoy!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
I flash the S5 nods from the v. 35 Aroma installer.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ascallop:
PIN lockscreen delay

Does anyone know if there's a fix for the PIN-lockscreen delay at boot time problem? This is the issue where you're allowed to swipe to access the home screen immediately following boot-up, even though you've configured a PIN lock.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Flydude112282:
Where did you get the v.35 Aroma installer at?:confused:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
From [MENTION=5486730]Freidrich[/MENTION]420 Intl. Echo thread. I believe there is a link to it in the OP.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Flydude112282:
Oh, I see what you mean...I was thinking of the v25 patch not the Echo Rom v35. I see where it is...i will try it out tonight.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jdgesmlls:
+1 on this... I have switched to a pattern lock which seems to load instantly when phone boots. I love the ROM so it isn't that big of deal but does anyone know if there is a fix for this?

I am running Echoe 35.1 on a Verizon SCH-I545 ported with jkruse Aroma V25 patch. I came from Hyperdrive 19 and the S5 port for this ROM seems much more complete. Thanks to all the devs and Flydude112282 for the detailed install instructions!!!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] heath2805:
JrKruse said It doesn't work right with Verizon phones using his patch. It's all related to our bootloaders using international builds.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Seems to be working great here.[emoji106] Echoe's v. 35.1 is awsome![emoji41]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Flydude112282:
Yeah...jdgesmlls...I just noticed that too but the ROM is so good it doesn't matter...lol...glad to help BRO!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] trasher73:
I'm on 35.1. Does anybody have a solution to why MMS doesn't work? SMS is fine as well as everything else. Thanks.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] bjlandt:
So I tried 35.1. Works great but no mobile data. I have mdk and was reading about flashing modems to fix. Is this what I need to do? If so then which one?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] brd912:
I cannot seem to find the v25 patch...is it the rom it's self?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jdgesmlls:
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=23578570567713275
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] brd912:
Found it seconds after posting here. I fell asleep while the rom was booting up and apparently it boot looped all night. I flashed the 35.1, the patch and chose stock kernal and then I flashed the tether and toggles switch...that sound like the right proccess?

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Also, the 35.1 I flashed didn't have aroma...could that be it?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jdgesmlls:
Are you running on MDK or SS?

Here is the process I followed on SS:

1. Flash ROM, Echoe 35.1

2. Flash Aroma V25 installer, chose minimal, and no kernel (exit Aroma, with no reboot)

3. Flashed NC5 modules.

4. Flashed MK2 modem (personal preference, choose which ever one works for you)

5. Flashed signal bar fix.

6. Flashed SuperSu 2.16

7. Wipe Dalvik and Cache.

8. Reboot.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] brd912:
Yes on SS

I chose the stock kernal, didn't see a no kernal option. Can you link me to the signal bar fix you used? And did you use the 35.1 S5 port from Oct 15th?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jdgesmlls:
I am not positive but I believe it is "No Option" in the Aroma... but it is the last one on the list on V25.

The Signal Bar Fix I used is linked in the OP of this thread under downloads. And yes I downloaded 35.1 from the website from Oct. 15th for the GT-I9505.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] brd912:
Fixing to try again now. Thank you!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
You need to go to [MENTION=1168000]jkruse [/MENTION]'s Int'l thread for VZW S4. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2674280

4.4 KitKat TW International Rom Patch For Vzw S4 With MDK Bootloader Updated 7-16-14
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] brd912:
I got it going..anyone have the stock S5 keyboard lol? The echo creations app keeps crashing on me. This rom is absolutely amazing..This will be my daily driver for a while im sure.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Use the v. 35 Aroma launcher to flash as bloat[emoji41]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] dsg29:
Framework2.jar

Does anyone have a clean version of the framework2.jar that was available sometime back in this thread to fix the Contacts>Settings force close that occurs when attempting to change the sort order of contacts from first name to last name? All previous links are now error 404...thanks in advance.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
I should still have it let me look. Have you tried the signal bar fix in op? I believe it has the framework2.jar inside the zip.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] dsg29:
I did flash the signal bar fix, but was unaware that the framework2.jar was in the zip. I extracted it and copied it to system>framework, rebooted, but still getting a forced close when trying to access contacts>settings....
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
OK what version are you on?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] dsg29:
35.1, safestrap.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
OK do me a favor check in system/priv apps and see if you have just one sec contacts apk or two? Maybe post a pic? Any themes or mods flashed?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] dsg29:
I have two...see attached. No themes or mods.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
That's your problem there lol rename the one without the "O" in it, the top one I think, to SecContacts.apk.bak and reboot and let me know if it works.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] dsg29:
YOU DA MAN!!! Thank you.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Glad it's working now! Enjoy!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
I just have one. Does that mean I'm ok?[emoji12]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Well I don't think you'll ever be OK lol but your phone will be good. [emoji12]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Cool! Because some day I may try to use Contacts/Settings. I'm not sure for what, however. [emoji111]

But when I do, definitely don't want to fc. Lol![emoji1]

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I think this is about the longest time I can remember not flashing a new rom. Although 35.1 is fn awsome.

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@jds3118 do you recall where we can find single hand mode in Settings?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Should be under display in s5 settings
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Funny, I don't see it..
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] old&slow:
Look under S5 Settings>Echo Extras> One Handed Operation.

Edit: That's on v29. Don't see any reason to update. This has been running great.[emoji4]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
S5 settings
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Don't see that in my S5 settings for v. 35.1 do you have the apk that I can reflash or insert?

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Never mind. I re copied the S5 Settings apk from v.35.1 zip. So now I have the one hand operation showing up, but Settings fc when I go into About Device. Which is why I flashed Settings from the v. 35 Aroma launcher in the first place.

EDIT:

Enabled, but I can't get it to work. Lol![emoji12]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jdgesmlls:
Contacts FC Fix

Just wanted to add my experience with this issue since there are a lot of posts about people looking for the elusive "framework2.jar" file to fix their contacts FC.

If you downloaded and installed the signal bar fix, you already have the correct framework2.jar in /system/framework. You don't need to extract and replace the file.

The only step that needs to be done is to rename the "SecContacts.apk" to SecContacts.apk.bak *if* you also have SecContacts_OSup.apk in /system/priv-app and reboot.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] brd912:
I never did figure this out..I can't seem to find a v 35 anywhere...just the 35.1 no aroma one..or do you mean the v25 aroma patch?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
No. Echoe v. 35. You need to go to the Int'l thread. Use the link in the OP.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] joebrady119:
Can someone tell me the last version with fully working MMS?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
As far as I remember all versions have working mms the latest versions are 35 and 35.1
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] joebrady119:
Hmmmm. Maybe I'll try again. I got everything working. But could not send group messages. Maybe i should have been more specific.

So group MMS and regular MMS are working? In 35.1?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
As far as I know yes I'm not on Verizon so it's hard to confirm but the international version works. I know that the int patch will be updated asap.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] joebrady119:
Thanks. Will try again.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Good luck! Others will help if possible.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] vegita319:
I have the same problem as you and after trying hangouts as the MMS app, that worked. I haven't figured out how to get the standard messaging app to work for group messages and mms yet, but will let you know if it works somehow.

Btw, I tried and it failed whether wifi was on or off.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jdgesmlls:
Samsung "custom" boot screen fix on SCH-I545

I am not sure if this has been posted in the thread somewhere but I figured I would pass this along.

When I installed Echoe 35.1 w/ the Aroma V25 patch my phone immediately upon reboot went to the "Samsung Custom" screen with the unlocked lock icon. This doesn't have any affect on functionality but I know some are neurotic about not seeing this... I figured I would try Triangle Away to fix this but when you run it is gives a big warning screen to ensure your device is a "GT-I9505" or you could possibly brick you device. Since I have an SCH-I545 I wasn't sure if the Triangle Away fix would work so I didn't go ahead. Here is how you can get around that.

1. Install Triangle Away from the play store.

2. Use ES File Explorer/Root Explorer (any that can mount /system in RW), and go to /system and locate build.prop.

3. Make a BACKUP of build.prop just in case!

4. Edit build.prop in a text editor and change the following:

Change:

ro.product.model=GT-I9505

to:

ro.product.model=SCH-I545

5. Save build.prop and reboot.

6. Run Triangle Away and it will correctly identify your device as "SCH-I545" and follow the prompts to run the tool. The device will reboot into recovery and you can reset the counter and status. The device will reboot again and you should be back to the stock "Samsung Galaxy S4" screen when your phone turns on. :D:laugh:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Keekers:
because I have the option and I agree for the most part with the members of this thread...if you could get a new phone what would you choose? I can't decide if I should stay the same or if I should upgrade. I only posted this in the thread here because your opinions (jds3118) are worth more than all the other members of the website

hopefully this is okay and if not I'll wipe the post
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] moorecomp:
Yes, it has been covered. If you just rename or delete syscope.apk and reboot a few times, the lock will be gone.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jdgesmlls:
I have narrowed my choice down to the LG G3 or Samsung S5. The G3 head to head against the S5 seems to edge it out in most categories. LG also has no KNOX counter security and all variants are can be rooted. Also, the more I read about the S6, it seems Samsung just released the S5 as a interim device. All their new features seem to be coming for the S6 but I don't want to wait until next spring for a new phone.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jds3118:
Thanks my friend! We all eventually have to move to another device lol but for me i will be going to the note 4 as my next device. My reasons are simple, I like Sammy features. I've had lg, Motorola, htc, and even tried Nokia lol but overall I think Sammy has the best devices imo