[Galaxy Note II Android Development] Sammy_052:
[ROM DISCONTINUED] >> DEEP IMPACT ROM v2.526 << debloated, themed, powerful battery

DEEP IMPACT ROM

Hi guys, after a long wait, I bring to you an update to the first iteration of the Deep_Impact_Rom series with version 2.526

[base updated to N7100XXUFNI4] :fingers-crossed:​

Rom has been completely debloated of all unwanted stuff which occupies RAM and consumes battery un-necessarily. If you do need any services back first do look up in the bloat folders. If you dont find it, or dont know what to include, post a request on the thread itself. Me or anyone else who have already faced that issue will help you out.

Rom has been themed optimally for maximum battery savings including the all black look which has been proven to have the maximum battery life for all available colors which runs on an AMOLED screen such as our beloved note 2.

And the other main intention of this rom is to reduce after install customization. I've done the debloating part already. So, there are no apps that you would need to freeze from titanium backup. And commonly used apps have already been included. Majority of the missing apps can be installed from play store.

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Instructions for flashing the Rom

Please note, neither me nor my cat are responsible for your device. Be careful in following the steps and you shouldn't have any problems. Oh yeah.. Your warranty is now void.!!

I've observed a lot of threads, and a lot of people have a lot of questions about installing roms.

Make sure you read the entire post as it will save you a lotttt of google searches and time searching for answers.

So, I'm sharing with you what needs to be done in order to install the right way, get the max performance, batt life, how to avoid FCs and some known errors, ways to correct them and what to expect from the device + some mods you would like to have

Step 1

Before install, super wipe. And I dont mean just clearing cache, preload and system folders.

Use of either Philz or TWRP recovery recommended, update to the latest.

Before using this option though, make sure you backup the folders pictures, DCIM and whatsapp if you plan on restoring the conversations that you've had. This is equally important if you play a lot of games. Games have a tendency to leave behind huge clusters of junk.

1> in case of philz-

Use the "clean to install new rom" option under wipe data/factory reset in case of Philz after using the option clean to install a new rom, head over to the mounts and storage area and use the option "format /sdcard".

2> in case of TWRP-

And use the advanced format and format "internal SD, dalvik, cache, data and system" in case of TWRP.

I've made thousands of flashes following simple precautions, and not once my EFS was affected. So make it a point to follow this guide if you dont know how to go about flashing a rom.

Step 2

Install the rom, and dont flash any mod or pack just yet, reboot. Allow the rom to complete all the necessary "after install" procedures. like setting up of account, but not apps.

To install mods or a custom kernel, reboot now after update.

Complete setup and just make sure play store updates itself and camera is working all right.

Step 3

Installing the root fix

1> right after flashing rom, flashing the fix

2> complete rom setup, and then flash the fix

reboot and flash the latest super su from recovery.

I would strongly recommend the second method as the first one may result in a non working or a partial rooted rom.

Step 4- Mods

Now the part comes in where the rom has to be pretty much setup to match your requirements

1> To change DPI- There are 3 ways of doing this

a) build.prop edit

b) installing a mod pack

c) using Texdroider dpi

Although all the 3 methods do the same job, i would not recommend the second method as it installs system files which can be much older than the rom base and can lead to some FCs or errors and there aren't many mod packs that are simply "complete". Now if you find the first method too tedious, use the app called Texdroider dpi from play store to do that job. Its as easy as install, change values and reboot. Its the easiest way to change dpi on any rom, Not only this.

names of applications that need to be set to 320 dpi from app settings in case of any other dpi other than default-

a. keyboard

b. contacts

c. calculator

d. camera

e. com.android.keyguard

f. idea sketch

g. phone

2> Customization

To everyone who hates the stock look, or if looking for something different, use xposed module. I prefer wanam by choice as almost every option in it works. There are other options available such as gravitybox, xblast and others which do the similar job. Here, you will be the best judge on what you want, and how you like the rom to be and function.

3> Custom kernels

There are options of Kernels available, but I personally prefer Agni. Tried almost all kernels possible out there, and Agni is the best giving out the best possible batt performance and enhancing smoothness.

Use these settings in Agni as recommended by [MENTION=4272688]geekynoob[/MENTION]

"Profile- normal

CPU governor- yanks zzmove

Max CPU freq- 1600mhz

CPU undervolting to -30mv

Gpu -50mv

Min 200mhz

Touch 2 wake off

Lmk medium

Power saving balancer set to max"

4> Disable motion, NFC, Air Gestures and all possible things that you dont use as it consumes CPU usage and battery as well.

Thats is guys. These are all the suggestions that I can think of at the moment. If you need anything else, let me know, by replying to this post.

Have fun customizing the rom.

Some pointers to get more battery life:

1. Turn off WiFi always allow scanning under advanced WiFi settings

2. If you have xposed installed, then do not believe the default battery stats found under settings. Xposed messes up the battery stats

3. If you are on custom kernel, then change CPU governor, play with the settings and find out which would be the best governor for you (device specific and usage dependent- this no one can teach. you'd have to experiment on own)

4. use a screen filter such as darker, to reduce brightness intensity when indoors

5. Use a wake lock detector to check for battery consuming apps and take necessary action on it

6. Use a black wallpaper if possible with minimal colors (applies to only amoled screens)

7. If applications permit the use of black themes, then its a better way to get more juice

8. Trickle charge the battery. Once the charge is complete, allow the phone to be plugged in for 10 to 15 min more to trickle charge. This will enhance the battery's overall life and should be made a regular practice.

9. Turn off unwanted notifications. E.g. Facebook

10. Turn off Google location reporting and all location based services

11. If you play a lot of games, make sure the games dont cause excessive wake ups

12. Hibernate apps with greenify from play store. Don't hibernate system apps as the rom is already debloated.

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Changelog V2.526:

Old changelog

Changelog V2.52:

Changelog V2.5:

Changelog V2.3:

Changelog V2:

Changelog V1:

Guys, responses might be slow cuz of the large amount of projects and regular classes. Feel free to post suggestions, requests, anything you'd like. But assured, your suggestion and comment will not go unnoticed. Thanks for the co-operation. :D

Hit thanks if you like my work... :)

Note on the new update: Guys, the gallery and file system on 2.5 will take some time to generate indexes on first boot and may slow down the OS for some time depending on the amount of files on SD card and internal storage. Do have some patience to wait until 2nd charge cycle to get max performance. This is enabled to reduce overall TW lag.

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