yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] Behold_this:
yes you did it right this firmware does not touch root whatsoever. Root is superuser permission within the system. System.img is not included in or modified by firmware. System.img is considered software. Firmware is device-specific and controlling data and code.
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] twoeleven99:
Thank you for the info

ARHD M8
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] uoY_redruM:
What exactly does this do? Update everything that you would normally only be able to update via the RUU file?

Say for instance the new T-Mobile update. Updated via the flashable zip someone provided. Already have root and custom recovery. That doesn't provide updated radio, hboot, etc (if I understand correctly) and that's what this does?
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] donciclon:
Does the ext_sdcard method work for any firmware package, or is it specific to this one?

EDIT: Decided to be brave and test it myself. Flashed 1.54.401.10 successfully via the MicroSD card. I also removed the recovery.img from the firmware zip so as not to lose TWRP. Did need to re-install elemental kernel though because I forgot to also remove the boot.img, but no big deal.
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] uoY_redruM:
Anyone?
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] Behold_this:
Sorry, I didn't see your post before. Yes that flashing method works for any HTC One M8 firmware as you found out. [emoji106]
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] Behold_this:
The answers to your questions can actually be found just doing a few searches within the thread, but I will answer it one more time. Firmware does not contain system image at all and does not touch system at all. Your Android system is considered software. Software is never included in firmware packages.

Firmware is device controlling and device specific code and data. It is what allows your hardware to run. It is generally speaking unrelated to software, with the exception of boot.img, which does specifically correspond to the software you are running.

Any of the custom firmware packages in this thread can be modified to your liking. If you want the stock recovery then keep the stock recovery. If you don't, then remove the recovery image from the package.

If all you're looking to do is update the firmware that was recently updated via the OTA simply flash the small custom firmware package. It contains every firmware image that was updated minus the recovery and boot.img.

You need to understand my advice to users to stay away from this thread until you have a solid understanding of what firmware is, is for users own safety. You can very easily hard brick your device (rendering it's completely dead and about as useful as a paper weight) incorrectly modifying or flashing firmware. You really cannot hard brick your device flashing an incorrect custom system (eg a custom ROM). That is a misconception an important point to make.
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] uoY_redruM:
I know the difference between the two, I use to make custom roms and I created the very first custom rom for the SGS3. I'll apologize now and admit I was being lazy and didn't read though the thread.

Basically just take the stock one and remove the recovery and boot to updated everything else related to the upgrade that can't be accomplished without otherwise flashing the RUU .
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] donciclon:
You know, I always had that nagging question in the back of my mind anytime I read someone warn of hard bricking from flashing a ROM. I was pretty damn sure that a non-malicious ROM cannot brick your device. By non-malicious, I mean one that does not (intentionally) attempt to write to the partitions where HBOOT, Radio and related stuff live. I'm in these forums all the time and constantly see a brick warning from even some real veteran cooks (maybe just to cover their a$$). Thanks, I knew i wasn't crazy.
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] Behold_this:
You can do that, but you don't need to do any modifying if you don't want to. Just use the custom firmware package in the OP (the first custom package not the expanded one). It has all the updated firmware with only boot.img and recovery.img removed.
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] Behold_this:
Yup that's right, you hit the nail right on the head with the non-malicious part. Even then there are some safety checks in place as most partitions cannot be written to by recovery, unless s-off. This does not mean a ROM can't leave you with a non-booting phone. That can easily happen but a non-booting phone does not equal a hard brick. Some people even come to call that a soft brick but whatever you choose to call them, they are recoverable.
[T-Mobile HTC One (M8)] Behold_this:
I'm going to close the thread guys. please see [MENTION=1131176]Garmig[/MENTION]'s thread for all your needs

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=51836232&postcount=1
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] progrocks2112:
Hey folks I am certifiably a noob,with a grin and fingers crossed. I have ATT HTC One that I have been able to root after wiping the phone of everything. After countless hrs reading here I fixed it. Yes I am proud of myself and patted myself on the back for job well done. Also S-off with Cid 1111111. What I cant figure out is 1,how to change boot screens and boot animations. 2, after removing bloat I would like to change aesthetics of device ie.bar at top of phone box colors in mesage text etc. Any help WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED ALONG WITH DETAILED HOW TO..THANKS A BUNCH FROM THE NOOB!!!!
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] HTC1V:
Try installing ViperOne. It's noob friendly, let's you remove bloatware, and change the boot animation in tweaks. If you wanna keep your ROM, just disable any unwanted apps. As for the boot animations. Follow these steps:

1. Get Root browser

2. Download a boot anim (1080x1920)

3. Rename it to hTC_bootup.zip (hTC_down.zip for down anim)

4. Copy it to system/customize/resources, and replace. Make sure you have write permissions.

5. Reboot, and test. If it doesn't work, try installing with TWRP's file manager.

IMO, getting ViperOne is easier. Good luck dude.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] bsbachert:
Need testers. Based off official Samsung firmware . Everyone welcome to test. Please leave constructive feed back in this thread. I will monitor, and use your feedback to create a solid note 2 Rom. It will never have note 3 features, only ones that come in official note 2 firmware. That being said, I will add as many S5 apps as possible. I will move this to the development section once it's out of testing.

So far contains:

Build prop edicts - thanks E-Team - removed for now.

S5 launcher w/pullup & pullup2

S5 weather

S5 mms

De-odexed

Secthemechooser in launcher menu

more - will update later with more thanks and features soon.

Instructions:

Make A backup

Flash Rom, make a few decisions, let boot and settle, go back into recovery, then flash su zip, reboot, let settle till you get signal bars, then continue setup. Once setup is done,, set ATT APN, reboot, then test it.

If you don't understand these instructions, you should not be a tester. :sly:

The Rom

Beta

https://mega.co.nz/#!WB5nzCSK!invDQGeT2kpuKPViy56bNUjnYV53iBHyOXC7lCXxQpM

Beta 1

https://mega.co.nz/#!CY5BlIrS!zycWVMMuwP0ZIEJTG02kaNUqH0DFAVEv2PCcYPsAvi8

Added more S5 apps

Snote

Multiwindow

Wallpaper Picker

Frameworks

UI stuff

Bunch of other apps also..

Beta 2

https://mega.co.nz/#!iJ4XiSAL!MjXmOlc2WFbfftw3TtoFHFFW2u4m6rDVu4f7KEYS6c4

Re-based

Aroma

more S5 stuff

build prop Tweaks by Maw2607 - let me know your experience with these, little different than mine.

stock or agni kernel 4.0

4 way reboot - built in

more...

Mirror - https://www.mediafire.com/?ug8c5jijqxjx9bd

SU

https://mega.co.nz/#!fR433ZzB!p9mgmPZE1hKrzBnIO2aZyGtkiOsg38VSeIJQf_ER3Tg

Thanks to @Chainfire

Thanks to @Arsaw

Thanks to @ayoubadri

Thanks to [MENTION=5545230]sunajkram23[/MENTION]

Thanks to [MENTION=2603983]Mr Bo[/MENTION]la

Thanks to [MENTION=4365701]psndna88[/MENTION]

Thanks to [MENTION=760205]Maw2607[/MENTION]

Thanks to [MENTION=4616916]fake_japanese_guy[/MENTION]

All contributed to this rom.

Peace.

bsbachert.....
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] froyith:
Thanks. Installed easily on my t889 (I had already taken the odin 4.3 update so all kitkat rom zips flash without any fuss). Root worked as usual after flashing super su in recovery and updating in play store. I'm happy to have the pull up mod and everything seems flawless, nice work.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] jayba23:
everything working fine right now wifi is working gps and all...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] blackzackmorris:
Testing thanks bro
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Double0EK:
I also have a T889. Are you flashing the MK7 Modem after flashing this. The last 4 4.4TW roms I tried I flashed the mk7 modem and I was getting data issues. Once I revert back to DN3 eventhing acts normal.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] froyith:
I didn't have to since this rom doesnt flash a modem, and I'm already on mk7.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] mataflakitas:
The rom is strong, beautifull s5 launcher, weather is amazing... Very smooth... Congratulation...

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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] borijess:
Running it so far so good.

Sent from the TermiNOTEr 2! ;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] thershope:
Testing TW 4.4.2

Flashed. After reboot got the problem

E:Can't mount /cache/recovery/command

E:Can't mount /cache/recovery/log

Referred the other thread. Got to know that need to clear the cache and restarted the system.

Flashed Root.

So far, working fine. Will test the features and report back with any issues.

Thanks. Its smooth.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Voyebanm:
FM Radio from Jellykat

Hi, nicely done, Congratulations !!!

one request, are you able to extract the FM radio from the Jellykat V4 with Note3 FeaturesRom from this http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2593200 and make it work. I did flash this rom Version 4 on my SGH-I317M although it is for the N7100 but I had no Baseband or Signal but the radio worked. and everything just no signal.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] bsbachert:
I didn't think that was possible on our device, but I'll check it out. Bunch of goodies in that Rom worth investigating. Thanks for the suggestion.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Dean1650:
I tested this this morning. Had a few problems getting root, but okay now. Everything is working great. I made a nand and will come back to testing later. Nice job. When I restore I will finish testing and re flash again and post what methods I used. I think you might have something good here.

---------- Post added at 03:19 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:17 PM ----------

I forgot to mention I was on 4.3 with MJ4 bootloader and i317 device.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] froyith:
Did you put in your apn that worked worked for you in dn3?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] edfuhr1:
So far so great. Not seeing the inconsistent wifi I did on just EZ's ROM. Everything is running very smoothly, will report back in a few days. Great job

EDIT: still seeing Wi-Fi a little shaky but not as bad.

EDIT: Still having an issue with using camera to scan and upload within Google Drive, outside of drive camera works fine
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] mofotrucker:
Downloading now gona give a try
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] thershope:
Wifi Problem

Noted couple of issues

1. Cannot set Wallpapers. Says app not installed

2. WiFi is spotty. Suddenly stops working. Not sure what should I do to restore... I see it working after some time. Let me know if anybody has got some tweaks / mod to fix this.

Other things seems working. Will report any other problems I faced.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] bsbachert:
Set wallpaper in settings for now.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] zdude2:
Everything working ok here only had to change the various build.props to t0lteatt where they were set to t0ltexx to show correct stuff for att. Only weird thing is on boot I get an "android update apps" for a few seconds before the swipe screen. Outside of that everything else is working good. Thanks for this version.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] zdude2:
You can set the wallpaper through setup>display>wallpaper. I also got app not installed when doing it through touching home screen menu.

My wifi is working normally with no problems so far.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] justforgot:
i did but still on 4g for some reason.

I even checked the apn.

But still on 4g. Maybe modem? Which 1 should i try.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] eZdubzitmk4:
4G is LTE man. Go to about phone then status and you will see its connected as lte. Editing build prop only changes the icon
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Double0EK:
For t-mobile the build.prop should be as follows.

ro.product.model=SGH-T889

ro.product.device=t0ltetmo

ro.product.name=t0ltetmo

Be sure to save changes and reboot.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] PUTALE:
are you sure you are in the area where T Mobile has LTE? Or you are just in the refarmed 1900 region? have you run speed test to see if you are getting let speed and the icon just showing 4G as oppose to LTE? Is your phone T Mobile note 2 or ATT Note 2? Mine is ATT note 2 and hence I change the build prop to t0lteatt

btw, I noticed that in your screen shot, you have the ro.product.device list at "t0lte", I have that as "t0lteatt" and the line above as "t0lteatt". If you are on the T Mobile, you prob need to match both name and device to the Tmo version.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] britdude:
Android is Upgrading on reboots

Have installed with a clean slate the beta 2, as when i did a dirty upgrade from beta 1 to beta 2 some time back , when it reboots it always has the Android is upgrading.....starting apps

well even with wiping my internal and putting a clean fresh beta 2 on, it still does the Android is upgrading on a reboot...starting apps

Can anyone let em know if they get this?:confused:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] pvaldeben:
I have a T889 on 4.3 bootloader and Iget the 4g lte icon on both beta 1 and beta2. I am using AGNi kernel also. No need to change build.prop from my end. See image with 4g lte icon.

To other post yes it does. Android upgrading every time it reboots.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] justforgot:
I did check my about phone its umts and hspa+ and I have a t-mobile s4 which gets lte in my area. And installed beta 2 from different Rom by wiping off everything (data, system and internal memory) but still on 4G aka umts and hspa+. My Device is the Att Note 2 and ive done the speed test mostly around 5 mb/s to 8mb/s down and 2mb/s to 3mb/s for upload.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] justforgot:
This is what I get. I have Att Note 2
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] PUTALE:
this is odd as I am also using this on T mobile and was able to get let speed and signal icon without any issue after adjusting the build.prop. maybe you want to check the radio band to make sure it is enabled and not set to hspa. Unfortunately, I cannot use *#*#4636#*#* after flashing this rom, so you may need to use playstore app for that.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] justforgot:
What app would you prefer me to use and what is your baseband version.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] PUTALE:
when I looked at my network mode. I see mine is set as "manual". I originally unlock my phone with the thread posted in the the main page (http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2176720) and I do believe I also use the same setting there to lock to LTE as well. not sure if that make any difference.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] justforgot:
I've used the same method to unlock as well but I've flashed many more baseband. Tell me the name you have in yours right now.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] PUTALE:
I only flashed the the modem that came with the 4.3 rom with the zip file that was posted. other than that I had flashed the 4.3 paran and file posted in the general forum.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] justforgot:
Does anyone know about the font issue. Usually samsung own firmware support Asian font but it's not included in this Rom. Anyway to fix that issue let me know. Thanks.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Gorguts:
Hey there

Anybody install this on the T-mobile Note II? If so how does it run?

Thank you
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] pvaldeben:
Yes been running beta 2 with Agni 4.2.1 kernel for over a week. rebooted once on fist day, Also today audio went out after installing Viper4Android and had to reboot.

But all the 4.4.2 and S5 features work very nice.

My install: in installation I installed with out tweaks and stock kernel let fir for about 10 minutes

then flashed SU and Agni Kernel.

Shutting off all sync I had 41% battery left after 15 hours with 3.23 hours of on screen.

Also installed in Xposed DVFS Disabler and Battery calibrator.

in settings >wifi >advance >un-ticked always allow scanning.

No need to flash modem, note it does now have the ATT model number not tmobile.

Enjoy.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Gorguts:
Rock n roll!

This is all good stuff. Thank you my friend.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] pvaldeben:
audio issues:

1) When head phones are plugged in and receiving a text messages, the audio notification goes out to in phone speaker and head set, impossible to be discreet in quiet areas..

2) Audio completely dies out until phone is rebooted, happens when watching a video and leave and comes back to it. This causes all sound to stop working.

3) When phone calls come in and I leave phone on my desk at work and i'm away, the phone reads out the name of who is calling.

does anyone have a fix or know a workaround?

Thanks in advance.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] mataflakitas:
Back again this Rom and I can confirm that with the latest kernel upgrade is beta now agni is all solid rock, thanks bsb wherever you are ...?

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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] stevenbarash:
definitely will be testing!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] 32dave:
Working good on i317m for wallpaper fix install s5 wallpaper picker
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] hatgirl223:
Continous input on samsung keyboard does not seem to be working. It shows the trail but doesn"t put in text. Other than that, seems to ru pretty good.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] froyith:
If you download english language for the keyboard it works
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] notaint:
Everything has been working great. My data seems to drop out all random. Solid ROM. Thanks!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] hatgirl223:
Thanks I was missing my swyping.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Goody68:
Great job… Nice and smooth! Love the Set theme option! Only thing to report is Wifi coming and going as mentioned from others! Everything else seemed fine right from boot:thumbup::D
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Voyebanm:
Like I said I was able to install the version 4 (4.4.2) just could not get any signal even when i try to restore my EFS and flash the modem. But all the applications worked. Yup there are a few goodies in there.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] RoninTPD:
can someone post a mirror link?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Double0EK:
Just flashed a few hours ago. Launcher Grid Size isnt set to MY liking (just nit picking) but overall the rom is as good as the others I've tried. We'll see how well the data stays or drops on this rom...

Using a T889 with 4.1.2 BL. No wifi patch.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] plemen:
You were able to tune in fm radio stations? I thought this had been investigated a while back and we lacked the physical hardware implementation (we have the hardware but connections weren't soldered or something).

If the fm radio worked for you with that ROM then that is huge news!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] mataflakitas:
i can confirm work this rom link ...here ...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2704873

Some screen shot

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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] RoninTPD:
MEGA DOWNLOAD SUCK A**!:crying:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] bsbachert:
I'll add mirror.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] RoninTPD:
thank you kind sir.:good:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] froyith:
Thanks, I had been missing the new snote app since my notebooks weren't compatible with the old version. I just chose snote in aroma and it works great with this ROM.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] getyroks:
Installed over TW SkyNote 4.3 only wiped cache and dalvik. After a couple minor force closes up and running. Have to admit, pretty freaking awesome!!!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] taylormade772:
So did u just flash it and pick witch features you wanted
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Squilchi:
I just flashed this on my t889..everything is working perfectly, WiFi, root etc. Thanks for this ROM I really like the themes and pull up!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] tube517:
Really smooth ROM. No bugs for me. Clean install

Sent from a Galaxy Note 2
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] bsbachert:
Update coming soon....more S5 apps..and other tweaks.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] sumer1:
Sweet, You should post this in the AT&T Galaxy Note II Android Development section.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] 808cbt:
Big Thanks

Big Mahalo, everything looks good, wifi, data, only issue am having at this time is installing wallpaper, keep getting error " Application not installed"

Great Job

bsbachert Keep it coming...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Double0EK:
Set wallpaper in settings> my device> display
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] thershope:
4 Way Reboot

I might be doing something wrong (Or this even may not be related to ROM). let me know if I am missing something here

Thought of adding 4 Way Revoot via Wanam.

1. Installed Framework APK from XDA, Install / Update framework

2. Downloaded another App from Play Store

3. Downloaded 4 Way Reboot

4. Installed. app asked to restart. I did restart.

After that if I press Power button bit longer, the phone used to restart without any prompt. So, tried couple of times and left at Original ROM way.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] froyith:
I installed wanam xposed through xposed installer, and enabled 4 way reboot from system in wanam and it works perfectly for me.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Isriam:
please one question can you keep a completely stock rooted rom available? this is the only one we have so far so i'd like a version thats completely stock from samsung before we start throwing a bunch of edits into it.

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FYI i only get black screen when i boot this. flashed via twrp 2.7.0.1
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] bsbachert:
Yes, The stock version will always stay available.

Take care..
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] bsbachert:
Added Beta 1 link. After I get the S5 system UI to boot from a fresh install, I'll move to development.

Thanks everyone for trying this out.

Take care..
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] mataflakitas:
The rom beta 1 is smooth, beautifull.. S5 apps is amazing thanks for you hard work... :cool:

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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] edfuhr1:
Thanks again bsbachert for this. I love the stock messaging app in this build, is there a way to just get the apk or flashable zip for that stock app in case this build doesn't stick around with updates?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] jayba23:
thanks

thanks man mine reboot after fresh install....
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Traqic:
Havent tested too much but after setting up APN and running sdfixer by NextApp no real issues to report. Battery is great and its very responsive. Going to play with it more but is there anything keyboard related that was an issue? I would like to keep the darker keyboard in the first beta over the lighter one. Just want to know if I will run into issues if I sideload it. Also data connection has dropped quite a few times but my home is in a bad service spot so I cant tell if they are related. Great job and keep up the good work
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] bsbachert:
You should have no issues side loading the original keyboard. Just clear data in app manager after you reboot..
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] mataflakitas:
The rom is mine DD 4G work fine ..thanks bsbachert..

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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] blackzackmorris:
Anyone having horrible battery life on the 1st version?