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[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chicks0315:
I have installed google now laucher and it works on Oneplus One..it's wonderful
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bonello77:
Hi, I've always fc of google search using gel!

Inviato dal mio One utilizzando Tapatalk
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ast00:
Hi! I'm on the edge of buying a new phone and it turns out the Nexus 4 is actually cheaper than the Moto G. So after doing my research, I was left with 2 questions.

1: Is there an "sdcard" partition? I mean when you wipe data, you lose everything that is on the /data partition. But is your music, pictures, etc. stored on that partition? (I'm pretty sure they are not, but I want to be sure)

2: After flashing a custom recovery, can you use that recovery to flash another recovery like you can do on the Samsung Galaxy Mini and several other phones? I'm asking this because on some phones (old Xperias, Galaxy S2) the recovery is tied to the kernel, which means you can't change it unless using a computer.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] paul c:
1) you don't wipe your pictures etc, unless you want to, it's logically separate.

2) First you will need to unlock the bootloader and root. There are plenty of tutorials in the Nexus 4 section here, which cover that, it's straightforward, then flash a recovery as you describe (I use TWRP, you can find that in the Nexus 4 apps and themes). Once you have that recovery in place, you can flash any ROMs, radios and kernels, to your heart's content - and it's addictive! :)
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] TyredMayfly:
Hey all,

In advance I am sorry if this post is in the wrong section, I noticed there isn't a section dedicated to my particular phone so I just guessed this would be the best of the worst.

So here's the problem. A few days ago my phone fell on the street and the LCD screen got distorted on the left side. It is kinda hard to explain but the problem is that the pixels of the left side of the screen refresh very slowly (if at all). The problem is worse when you get to the edges of the left side of the screen. I attached some pictures so you can see what exactly the problem is.

So obviously my phone needs to be repaired and I would like to do it myself but, as the noob that I am, I don't quite know "what" should or could be repaired.

So here is the first questions:

- If you look at the photo's, do you think the LCD screen is the only thing that is broken?

For the follow-up question is a bit of extra information required. My phone is a strange model so I actually can take out the LCD screen because it is not glued to the touch screen. I've done a bit of experimenting and I already took the phone apart quite easily and dismantled the LCD screen.

So here is the follow-up question:

Is there a way to repair the LCD screen (assuming that it is the only thing that is broken)? Or do I need to replace it?

Thanks in advance,

Tyred Mayfly
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rubenban:
Hi,

I'm very happy with the resolution, brightness and quality of my LG G3's screen, but I have tried the Samsung Galaxy S5 and the Xperia Z2 before and I love the color saturation of their screens. I was wondering if there is any way to modify the color saturation of the screen with any mod or something. I would like to increase the color saturation of the G3 a little more.

Is it possible? Any mod, app or something?

Thank you.
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hello00:
with a mod yeah but not unless u are rooted
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rubenban:
Well, I'm rooted, can you please tell me the name of the mod or something to change the color saturation?

Thank you
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hello00:
there isnt any for now
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] kentchristopher:
We have a problem: there are a ridiculous number of ROMs available, spanning 6 different versions of Android, each with their own pros and cons. There are so many choices that I imagine it must be completely overwhelming to someone who is new to custom ROMs, coming here to try to breathe life back into their device. (I find it overwhelming and I've been on XDA since 2007.)

So, I'm asking those of you who have tried and tested the many ROMs available for the Xperia Ray to please share the wisdom of your experience for the benefit of all.

This isn't a "what ROM is best" thread, because I know that specific ROMs fit specific purposes, i.e. if you absolutely want the latest Android features, you want a Kitkat ROM (perhaps at the expensive of speed). The idea is more to give people a place to start looking, i.e. if they know they need FM radio they should rule out any ROM based on Android 4.1+, and some recommendations given specific needs. If you recommend specific ROMs, please try to mention at least 2 different ones (and if you're the author, please disclose that so we know you're plugging your own ROM).

To spark your thoughts, consider your answers to any of the following questions. If we get enough people answering, I'll edit this post to add in general consensus answers to have a quick guide in place for other users looking for a new ROM.

Q: What Android versions provide full functionality of stock hardware, i.e. FM radio, 720p video recording.

- My understanding is that for FM radio to work, you need to be on Gingerbread or ICS. (Not sure on 720p video.)

Q: What Android versions or specific ROMs are the fastest (as in quickly responsive UI)?

- My impression (from thread comments) is that Gingerbread is still the fastest, but suffers in terms of battery life.

Q: What Android versions generally have the best battery life?

Q: What Android versions or specific ROMs offer the best performance for gaming only?

Q: What ROMs offer the best combination of speed, stability and battery life for day-to-day use?

- For example, if you're giving the phone to your girlfriend, you can't go wrong with <insert recommendation> or <insert recommendation>.

If you can think of other questions to help people with their decision-making, feel free to mention them and I'll add them to the list.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Grof87:
These kind of questions aren't allowed on XDA, you'll just have to test them out like everyone else does. Just because I feel a certain ROM is better than another doesn't mean everyone else will agree.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Saqib Nazm:
As you said "it is not a best ROM thread" but the with the points you included the discussion will eventually reflect the same as being "Best ROM" according to someones' preference. And even If I keep this thread open suggesting all the users just to share their opinion it won't go good as it would expected considering the past history regarding the matter. So, I will close this thread to avoid any kind of anarchy and also to keep you out of the trouble in future, thanks for understanding..
[T-Mobile LG G2] poudigne:
I have root my LG G2 T-Mobile with Geohot's towelroot and then installed the recovery with AutoRec. Many said it was working but for me, when I reboot the phone I get stuck in Fastboot. any other had the same problem and was able to fix it?:eek:
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
Hey all,

I caught wind of the 4.4.2 update, so I decided to see how it is. I had used saferoot to gain root access to it, but all I did was use Xposed to modify my phone. No recoveries or anything, and the warranty bit is 0 on the download mode screen. Just to be safe, I wiped data/factory reset to make sure everything was gone, then I started the OTA download. All goes as it should until it reboots to install it, where it gets stuck at 25%, then says "update failed". Phone reboots, and then a window pops up saying the update was interrupted. Anyone else having this issue? Anyone know any workarounds? Because if this phone just won't update, there it no reason for my to keep my warranty bit, since I have less than a week on the warranty left anyhow.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] BWolf56:
Did you try re-downloading it?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
This is my 3rd attempt to re-download it. It's currently at 94%, so I'll let you know how it goes.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
After my 3rd attempt, without my sd card inserted this time, the update failed again! This is starting to get irritating. Maybe I should just flash CM11 or something like that.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] BWolf56:
It's kinda odd that it still fails after so many downloads (and so close to being complete).

If there's only a week left to your warranty, you can start looking at custom ROM you might like (AOSP or TW). By the time you find one you really like and understand how to flash it (without any issue), you will have time to give the OTA another shot. Will be some good knowledge reading in the meantime ;)

Little advice: Don't flash a custom ROM while annoyed/mad. That's how 80% of bricks happen.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
Ok thanks for the advice, mate. I heard if I take it to Best Buy, they can update it. Do you know if it's free?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] BWolf56:
Imo it should be but you can always give them a call to make sure.

Just make sure you aren't rooted when going there lol.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
Haha I know the basics of rooting. If I go, my phone will be the way it is right now: stuck on stock 4.3 with nothing on it but the bloatware from Sammy and AT&T :p
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
I just noticed that the device status is custom, even though I've wiped data. Is that what is causing this trouble? If so, is there a way to fix it?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] crazymonkey05:
Yea when you modify the system at all it trips the modified flag and that's probably where its failing (not the warranty bit flag that's at 0 but the one that's in the system itself) try to Odin to full stock and try it again this should revert it back to official
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] audit13:
You need to run Triangle Away whiule rooted to change it back to official
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
Will this work for 4.3?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] audit13:
I never tried it on 4.3, only on 4.1.2. Since you have Knox, rooting and installing SU may trip the knox counter. Did you try uninstalling Xposed and running the update?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] BWolf56:
One thing, don't downgrade bootloaders doing so. That will result in a brick.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
I have, and I've wiped the phone at least 3 or 4 times!

How would I go about this? I have the stock 4.1.1 tar file, and I can't get the 4.3 file because AT&T's update was OTA only, and I can't find the 4.3 tar file anywhere!
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] BWolf56:
Is your current baseband LK3? If so, 4.1.1 should be fine.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
I am in the about device section of the settings, and it says the baseband version is I747UCUEMJB. Is this the right one?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] BWolf56:
That would be the 4.3. You can't downgrade from those bootloaders. Therefor, you need stock 4.3
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
Well that's just great. I'm stuck on 4.3. Could I possibly flash something like CM11 to get to kitkat? Of course, I'd like to back up the stock rom in case something goes wrong, but it would be wonderful if I could use CM on my phone again! I used the saferoot method to gain root access in the first place, which disabled KNOX if that means anything.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] BWolf56:
Yes you can, it's fairly simple too. Just gotta follow their instructions (don't skip anything).

As for recovery, I recommend TWRP, which you can get on the Play Store.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] TH3F4LL3N:
Are there any specific instructions to set up TWRP on 4.3 or can I leave it as is?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] BWolf56:
Nop, just install the app (GooManager) and install it.
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] sarino:
i just bought a second hand XDA IIi, but something was wrong.my storage was locked.i cannot delete or save files in the storage.anybody know why?? please help me to solve this problem..is that any program can unlocked my storage?where can i get it....thanks
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] clustered:
BlueAngel_DOC_Resize.exe works on Alpine! Unzip it and copy to device!

Put in 63000 value and get 61.0 meg usable storage n it unlock it too....
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] weatheryoko:
Does this????

Clustered,

I have a question about the program you posted. Does it unlock the extended ROM? It doesn't does it? It only unlocks the ROM labeled "Storage" right?

Justin
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] clustered:
there's no extended rom unlocker for Alpine devices..... Thanks
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] sarino:
Not Working

Hi clustered,

The Program didn't work..the error message is FL_IOCTL_FORMAT_PHYSICAL_DRIVE failed. what must i do? is there any others way to solve this problem...i found this program but it doesnt work either.
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] grae2k:
Same Problem...

Hi Clustered,

My STORAGE is visble, but locked... I have tried just about everything, but still no go.

Any ideas?

Thanks
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] grae2k:
Solution Found...

Thanks All, I have found a solution on this thread...

http://xdaforums.com/archive/index.php/t-239231.html
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] hsharef:
thank you culusrerd very very very much

I tried your method to unlock my storage alpine 2020i and succsseed 100%

thank u so muchhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] hsharef:
sorry I typed the name wrongly (clustered)

thank u sooooooo muchhhhhhhhhhhh MR/CLUSTERED)
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] clustered:
you're always welcome! ;)
[PDA2, XDA IIi, 2020i General] broadband:
Thank you so much it really helped me to restore the extended rom for my ALPINE after many failure to upgrade my WM2003 to WM6 or so ...

i m happy to get my memory back again

Thanks
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] funky0308:
FHi guys..

I really need few information regarding latest (402) firmware.

If anyone on XDA is from ex YU region (Croatia, Bosnia, Serbia, maybe even Slovenia) and can confirm which fw will work in our region.

I know all fw will work but there's problems with 4g - it doesn't work on German, UK, DE firmware.

So....if anyone has some good info, advice or firmwar for our region - please share...I'm on T-mobile and there's still no 402 fw...

BTW - I test everything and I'm sure it's firmware / baseband problem.

Flashing 55 baseband files on 492 won't help.

Customisation nr from (TELEKOM LTE)17.1.A.2.55 is 1282-1397 (R4A)

Tnx
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Envious_Data:
Try the Global Firmwares, Aka Tiwan Global LTE

It may be country spesific but thats just region customization, everything else should be global
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] funky0308:
Tnx for replying mate...

Actually, I got 55 (t-mobile) from [MENTION=410007]Nut[/MENTION] (tnx buddy one more time) and the other day t-mobile (finally) released 402 for my country.

Everything is working great now...

I built fw and I'm planning to upload it (even I doubt anyone will ever need it).

I tried two times already but even I have good download speed (12mbps) I have only 512kbps upload and in dev-host uploading issues (can't get more then 100kbps) it's 5-7 hours job.. (10h if I wanna upload 55 and 402).

I'll try tonight...
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Option58:
U Srbiji jos nema LTE mreze :(

ENG: No LTE in Serbia yet. :(
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] funky0308:
Really?

No one is offering LTE?

That's odd...

We have VIPnet and t-mobile for LTE - t-mobile actually is offering two "mods" of LTE.

4g - up to 7.2 mbps

4g+ - up to 72 mbps

Only tele2 have only 3g..

Yoy don't have infrastructure for LTE or providers/carriers just don't want to offer it?
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] no1livz4ever:
There is no LTE network because our law doesn't recognize that specific frequencies currently in use for TV emisson are necessary for LTE. Or maybe it is radio signal, don't take it for granted, but it is bureaucracy problem. Networks are ready, but cannot emit LTE before the appropriate law. I would also like to be able to download fw for Srb, BiH and Macedonia (maybe it is the same for Croatia), and I think that SI number is 1281-0026.
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] funky0308:
Yeah...you are right.

We canceled analog tv and two major carriers took those frequencies (t-mobile and vip)

Also, t-mobile released 402 so I could provide that for you...
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] no1livz4ever:
It is interesting that after repair through PC companion I got different firmware, with different customization number (it is not 1281-0026 anymore). I bought my phone through Telenor, but it was unlocked, simfree version. Currently I'm on German generic, 1281-4640 ( I think ... ) and it gives me the best 3g (HSPA) speed of all the phones that I ever had, almost 21Mbps down ... Maybe you could upload stock music,photos and videos, since I am new to Android and all of those have been lost after repair through PC Comp ... :crying:
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] funky0308:
Sure mate...I just received all those three app s update.

I'll upload and send you box link...
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rooski:
About a week ago I bought a alfa 36ew to use with the android app pcap capture. It worked great and all I needed was the card and my OTG cable. Well yesterday I plugged it in and it wouldnt connect, my phone gave me a warning saying "High-powered usb connected. Cannot access this device" I dont know why it would start giving me this warning now as it worked fine the other days.

Im looking for some info and a workaround that doesnt require me using external power.

Thank you.

Edit ------

Just plugged in the otg cable started the program and then plugged in the usb alpha dongle and it did work. Ran it for a bit and tried it again and now that doesnt work either :\

Does my current battery level make a difference?
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] bryanu:
Wasn't sure if any of you knew about this:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2783157

Basically you can now root the S5 and NOT trip knox.

Really it seems to be most phones that are 4.2.2 work.

This doesn't get you a boot loader etc. but gives root at least for those wanting to not risk warranty and get the bloat off.
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] apeas2:
Works great. No issues for me.
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] BubZX:
Eassiest root ever!
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] mmark27:
Already a post on here with this information http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2785065 . Mods should shut this one down to lessen confusion.
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] bryanu:
Woops, didn't catch that when I looked this AM, it wasn't in this section of the forum though.

Sorry about that :/

That one is closed too though FWIW and when it was closed it was just moved here.
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] BubZX:
After the simplest root ever, how does one go about a custom recovery? Do we still have to odin that or is it flashable?
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] bryanu:
If you do custom recovery you will trip knox making this method for you to root having been useless and you should have used one of the other options that does it all at once hah.
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] fgcchevy:
Can you use this root method and get the hotspot mod working without a custom recovery?
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] pyrochance:
I've been wondering that exact same thing! And also if we can root NE5 with it!
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] pyrochance:
In regards to flashing hotspot mods etc. Without a custom recovery.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2583199

I found this forum while looking for an answer, does anyone have any input if this method will work for the s5??
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] deafboy:
This:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2727127&page=9
[Sprint Galaxy S 5 General] DubLJay:
Awesome. I just got my S5 today and I knew that 4.4.2 Ota wasn't rootable yet. Thank to everyone who pits effort into making our devices OURS and not our carriers. ??
[Galaxy Note II General] sandeepu29:
Hi,

Right now I'm on omni rom, But see few posts that CynogenModx is stable. Can anyone post some screen shots on Hover and popup Window features

Thanks
[Galaxy Note II General] Cocolopes:
If you are in omni....I think you need to try CmX....its more stable and super fast...I cant make screen shots now...but I tihink you need to try it yourself...make a backup of your system and try it....:good:
[Galaxy Grand Duos i9082 General] XDA_HASHER:
Post here which third party launcher you guys are using

I'm using inspire launcher & it works so smooth :D
[Galaxy Grand Duos i9082 General] doctor_droid:
Touchwiz ...and forever touchwiz ;)
[Galaxy Grand Duos i9082 General] iceyhotguy:
I usually use Google Launcher with Xposed GEL settings

but as for third party launchers, I prefer Inspire Launcher or Next Launcher

On a side note, "Best" anything threads are discouraged on XDA
[Galaxy Grand Duos i9082 General] thepain20:
Best ???, choose what you like most.

For me Nova Launcher works fine.
[Galaxy Grand Duos i9082 General] activegiri:
Nova paid..ultimate customized
[Galaxy Grand Duos i9082 General] tcfaro:
Nova Launcher :good: :angel:
[Galaxy Grand Duos i9082 General] XDA_HASHER:
Brada can you show some screenshots of your nova customization??
[Galaxy Grand Duos i9082 General] solomoninusa:
I started using dodol launcher and am really enjoying it.
[Galaxy Grand Duos i9082 General] XDA_HASHER:
never looked into dodol launcher - will definately try that one :D
[Galaxy Grand Duos i9082 General] kiridhruv:
GO launcher

i have searched NOVA launcher as best , but i find Go launcher nicer than Nova in some points like : I am not able to hide app like i can do in GO launcher, other like nice effect and icon in go launcher ( yes, you can install huge icon pack in go launcher).

:good: try go and Nova launcher and share your experience here.:good::good:

[ tried Dodol and themer beta, they have cool themes but i dont like those much ]
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] ryanperez:
I've tried rooting it but i'm always stuck at the backup and restore thingy. It won't show on my phone as I can't find it.

Build number: 6.0.B.3.184

Android Version: 2.3.7
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Wind07:
You cannot use bin4ry root with restore for gingerbread. Upgrade to ics and try again.

Sent my AOSP Xperia P
[Xperia Z Themes and Apps] rer3:
My first ever mod for XZ.

Features:

1. Old style quick setting (no tabs).

2. Add brightness slider.

3. Add AOSP navbar buttons

Screenshot : (very huge)

v1

v2

Downlaod:

V1

V2

Please kindly do not mirror without permission.:(

Intallation Instruction:

! MAKE NANDROID BACKUP !

1. Reboot to recovery

2. Flash the zip

3. Reboot

4. Enjoy

* If that doesn't work, try pushing systemUI.apk inside the zip manually to system/priv-app, set permission rw-r-r, reboot.

If You like it and use it, please consider pressing the thanks button.

It only takes a couple of seconds, not a life time.​

CREDITS:

Rajeev - for his help

RyokoN - for his nice tutorial

Ticklefish - for letting me use his brightness slider code
[Xperia Z Themes and Apps] batrian:
Could you please make it for ZL too? Appreciate it!
[Xperia Z Themes and Apps] demonicangell™:
Z mods work on zl too.. :)

Edit: did u try this or based on the other one not working u guess this requires a zl mod version?
[Xperia Z Themes and Apps] Rajeev:
[MENTION=5397135]rer3[/MENTION] bro

Nice Work. U Deserve A Thanks. Already Given. Good Work