yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lennoxlewis:
* Wipe data first if you come from another rom * this is valid for a newer rom? i'm flashing the 02/12 today, just making sure i get this right!

* Newer boot loader, modem and recovery is highly recommended (don't use twrp 2.8.4, use 2.8.1 instead) * >>>>> was confused by this sentence. Isnt the newer the 2.8.4?

I cant locate the best procedure, can you help with step by step upgrading a rom?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmike35:
It is in the best interest to wipe completely when updating rom or coming from a new/different rom. Newer modem/bootloader would refer to the 4.3.1 ND7 Modem and Firmware.

Make Backup If Needed

Wipe Dalvik, Cache, Data, System x3 (3 times)

Install New Rom (He said 2 times, but whatever floats your boat)

Install GAPPS

Reboot

As for recovery, some people run into problems with rom installations or data connections leading back to TWRP sometimes. People use the older version vs newer. I have not run into any issues with TWRP (I currently have 2.8.4.1) when installing this Rom on 2/4 Build) TWRP has released a new version today you can give a try. If you run into problems that normally dont occur and you feel you flashed right, try a older or newer version or TWRP. Use flashify (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cgollner.flashify&hl=en) to flash recoveries for easiest convenience.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] xflbret:
I got yesterday's version, and now the music player forces close on me almost as quickly as it opens. Poop.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] puritan007:
Just incase confusing nd7 is. The newest modem do. NOT mess with firmware unless you don't like root.

New bootloader isn't firmware either is your version of twrp or philz or cwm. I like philz personally but have used all the with succeed in the past. There were known issues with twrp 2.8.4, for me it wouldn't even install, so not surprised they pushed an update so to speak. so anyway happy flashing

Common misconception wipe x3 install times 2... . It simply means. Wipe 3 things. Not the times.. . From cm12 wilson linaro to same but newer wipe 3 things, system, cache, dalvik cache. No need to wipe them 3 times... Unless your ocd ... . Install 2 means. Rom then gapps..... . .

I hope I am helpful not getting to be an ass. .

However if installing from a different rom. Liquid or what not yes please also include wipe internal SD data. This way the rom will be sure to work properly.

Update same rom wipe x3 install x2, from other rom wipe x4 install x2.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Crash*N*Burn:
I'm using 2/09:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
I see black screen when playing the mp4 on latest build...will have a look.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] puritan007:
Removed
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Updated OP with RIL compatibility fix...for older modems.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
I see many low level egl errors:

GLConsumer( 5952): Failed to create image. size=512x288 st=512 usage=0x2900 fmt=19

GLConsumer( 5952): ...

E/ ( 5952): .... unsupported native buffer format...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] ilelwan:
I am on the 02.12 version. Boeffla app says that Boeffla is not supported by your kernel. Any ideas?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Don't flash any other kernel...follow my guide in op.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] ilelwan:
Thanks for the quick response. I haven't flashed another kernel. If I go to the About Phone under setting, I see the kernel version as 3.0.64-CM-g2cf03d1 build02@cyanogenmod #1. However, as noted Boeffla sound app doesnt work and I dont see ZZMoove under Governors.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Please don't update ROM via OTA...no OTA here...Disable cm updater app.

Strickly download ROM from here.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] erikclaw:
I have an issue with sound and whether the screen is on or off. I thought it was a bad signal but when the screen is off sound coming through blue tooth or aux port via a cable will be sketchy. It sounds like a bad connection, very choppy probably 50% of the time. I tried making the screen stay on for 30 min and it never happened. I remember reading something about this once but couldn't find it.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
CPU clock could be too low to support you background music player...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] erikclaw:
I will try raising it, thanks
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Saddly, thread rating down. I spent so much efforts making a good ROM, but...:confused:

Never mind, as long as there are happy users.

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It is so hard, you will never expect so many kinds of issues. The truth is, this ROM may only cover 80% of the whole phone's software components. There are so many samsung proprietary stuffs, like blackboxs, of which I have no control, or have no knowledge about..what can i say?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Mace68:
Well, all I can say is that this ROM is the fastest, most stable ROM that has been on my phone and I've had it about two years now, rooted and ROMed from the beginning. I was finally convinced that it was time to upgrade and finally say goodbye to my unlimited data plan but this ROM quickly changed my mind.

As for the proprietary Samsung features, they are cool and all but when I really thought about it I realized I didn't really use them seriously, just occasionally played around with them. Now that i don't have them I honestly don't miss them at all like I thought I would.

You, my friend, have reincarnated my phone and I thank you.

Donation to follow.

Sent from my SCH-I605 running CM12 SaberMod ROM.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Glad to see happy users around...I learned much by trying to slove problems. That is fun! I also realize that a ROM without good user base will die sooner or later.

Thanks, will continue to learn and put good things to the phone.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] puritan007:
I love this rom. You came along and fixed Bluetooth, video, Netflix, audio focus, stuff no one else had fixed yet. It's my Daily driver. Don't let the negative people get you down you do great work. We are a pretty old phone those of us left are being offered upgrades at lower and lower costs, is a big red thing, but i am very happy there are still a few devs who haven't yet moved on. Tyty[emoji3]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lennoxlewis:
Many thanks, that was exaclty what was bugging me.... i could not understand that x3 and x2 thing.

all in all: i will then wipe system, cache and dalvik and then flash rom and gapps!

Makes much more sense now! I got previous problems, even doing that. The rom would not install at all, stopped right away at TWRP with a red lettered FAILED. I believe it would be because of TWRP version "bug".

I will try out today. Thank again to all replyes regarding my question. :good:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] savaytse66:
I'm one of the happy, silent majority. In the 2 years I've had the phone, I stuck with 1 ROM, and every couple months tried something new, but always went back to my DD after a day. And AOSP ROMs never did anything for me. I've made this my new DD for the past two weeks and couldn't be happier, so that should say something. While I miss some features of my old DD, I've experienced virtually no bugs, and the ones I have come across were either fixed, or are no big deal. I'm looking forward to what further development brings.

Thanks
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lennoxlewis:
I am a kind of user that doesnt change roms much. That is due to finding a good one and sticking to it. My last rom was used for about 1 year, it did the expected but last month battery was really an problem and speed. It got slow and a battery killer.

I tried some roms and ended up with yours. I am fully aware, as for any other rom, that its work in progress but i believe it will end up getting stable and i have faith it will be my rom for the next year LOL :fingers-crossed:

Any way, just to leave my input on this. I am still on a later version, with some serious issues (black screen on call) but i will flash the new version today and give it a go.

Please dont get put down for now, i am a witness that the rom is getting really good.

For my part, i will continue installing the updates and leaving feedback.

ps. only ****ty part about installing roms so often is that i loose my sms's, sometimes pictures i take with it. But its my fault, i am sure there are apps to backup these.

KEEP ON GOING, THE ROM IS GOOD :good:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
Wilson you are the man your rom is the best lp rom that is out right now plus it is really fast and super smooth you are very dedicated to your work I can tell by the way you have a build up everyday no matter what and sometimes its 2 builds a day cuz you want to make the users happy and I appreciate the work that you do and their are alot of people on here that are grateful also, you are always gonna run into certain individuals that dont understand that you are doing this cuz you enjoy rom building and you really dont have to share any of your work but you do cuz your a great guy so ignore them keep your head up and do your thing cuz your work is amazing and you have fixed alot of stuff that other devs are still working on to make this rom awesome keep up the good work and thank you for everything
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] xflbret:
Apparently I forgot how to do this, or I'm stupid or something. I googled and followed a couple of tuts, and now I'm drilling on my phone and can not find the logcat.log file. Is there a good tut out there I should be following? If so could you gimme a link please?

Oh, FYI I installed today's build and the problem still exists. :(
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] xflbret:
Wait, I did find this...I am not a developer, so I dunno if I got the info you needed in here. Please let me know whether or not this provided you what you need, and if it didn't I'll try again.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lennoxlewis:
as promised, feedback on the latest 02.13

the black screen bug is gone and the gallery bug is gone. so far so good!

Will keep on testing!

thank you, really pleased with it, today i arrived from work with 79% battery, couldnt be more happy.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] erikclaw:
That was it, raised it to 300 and hasn't done it again.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lennoxlewis:
Javalang.outofmemory.error

Getting crashes on facebook. May be of the APP hitself?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Edit build.prop increase the heapsize to 512m....I am still considering if we should default to this...

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Next build will have arm optimised aes and sha1 crypto stuff enabled to improved net speed..
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Crash*N*Burn:
Mp4 player

If you install the video player from the play store, you can see the video as you normally would.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] glockman4519:
Outstanding build. So far everything is working and I haven't found any issues yet. As promised, this build is really fast and smooth. Thank you for your work.

"Chance Favors the Prepared"
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
Chrome Glitching go and type chrome://flags in address bar hit enter now you are in the settings scroll down and disable this option then at the bottom hit restart now chrome works like a charm
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] firewater88:
Guess I'm a flashaholic... flashed latest build and was having some funkiness going on, so I re-flashed clean , well tried to. SD card is toast... That 64gb card didn't quite make it 2 years.... I at least got my TB folder off it. Got another card in and re-flashed latest, clean and still one of the best roms for the device. Thanks!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
Wilson I posted that screenshot in a post above and explained how to fix it for chrome but besides that Im running todays build and its spectacular the rom is badass and as fast as ever Thank you so much
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Yes, I can put it in op...I dont want use rom to change the specific app e.g. chrome settings, that is not good idea.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] pmsrefugee:
gps fix

I've wiped everything but the external sd card and downloaded the rom.zip to the computer and then to the sd card. Tried philz and then latest TWRP. installed rom, gpsfix, and gapps and still no gps lock. I set it to device only and gps pro just keeps searching for lock. I checked root in developer's options too. I clean wiped at least four times with no luck on gps. does anyone have any suggestions? i even changed the last line the the system/etc/gps.conf from =0 to =3. :(
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] gcounts:
Reinstall again no need for GPS fix anymore.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
GPS works fine for me and everything on the rom is working I wonder whats causing it not to work for you
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Thank you, but this logcat info are mostly useless...

I need a logcat from bootup...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Can someone try this zip for baseband unknown issue?

https://mega.co.nz/#!x10nEIxL!lbty2Rv4T6fnc5uiJz_D5crOTY2DpxeYzRyZTVDkCVE

If not works, I need try another way...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
Im bout to try be right back

I flashed the fix still baseband unknown no data
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] glockman4519:
Downloading now. Will let you know.

Just did a clean flash and tried the baseband zip and no go. I am still getting same results. I tried with both Philz and TWRP 2.8.3.0 and with stock kernel and Shift kernel.

"Chances Favors the Prepared"
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Fixed it...

Will release the new build later.

Thanks for testing.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
New build online....
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
Im downloading now I will report back soon

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Good Job the baseband issue is fixed
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] glockman4519:
I am at work right now. I will flash new build tonight and let you know how it goes. Thanks avians for giving us options. It is greatly appreciated.

"Chances Favors the Prepared"
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] ztotherad:
data works on the latest build. thank you again!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Will upload another build later...faster and faster.

Keep an eye on it..
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
You are awesome
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
New link up...fast, fast fast...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
Downloading now I will let you know soon

It seems like the previous build has better signal strength with the bars and data with the LTE
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Can someone else confirm?

Try to replace /system/lib/libril-qc-qmi-1.so with the last one, reboot, and compare the ?

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I can confirm the issue...will fix it in the next build.

It is the so file...

Alternatively you can download and replace /system/lib/libril-qc-qmi-1.so

here

Reboot to take effect.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
New ROM up, with better 3g/lte signals...

Happy flash.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
Thanks downloading will report soon

Good Job the signal is much better and rom is running nicely
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] glockman4519:
Going to try it out now. Was out of town for meetings but am back and ready to do some testing.

This is awesome.

"Chance Favors the Prepared"

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Just loading all my apps now and was going over settings and noticed "theme" in settings. You are the man. This was the only thing in lollipop that was missing, in my humble opinion.

This is awesome and thank you.

"Chances Favors the Prepared"
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] glockman4519:
OK, I started to go through testing my apps for issues and compatibility and things were going great. I had no issues with WiFi, Bluetooth or data.

I thought I would try out the theme engine with a couple of play store themes and that's when the issues started. I started to get apps crashing like ES file explorer and Solid Explorer along with system UI errors. After that I kept getting NFC is not working. This could not be cleared. I booted to recovery and wiped Cache and Dalvik cache and installed the rom again ( dirty flash) then wiped both caches again then boot to system and still same thing.

I went with Shift kernel and started with the theme engine and same results. I an still thrilled that this has been added to your build and that future updates will work out the bugs.

FYI: latest build, Philz touch recovery, super clean flash with wipes of data, system, dalvik cache, cache and internal SD. Used stock kernel first then tried Shift 4.2.

I have a few more things I want to try and have not given up on your build.

Thank you.

"Chances Favors the Prepared"
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] DreamFX:
Judging by the cm changelog this should be fixed in his next build.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] glockman4519:
That is great. I read the release by CM in regards to the theme engine and what can run and what can't so when it is fixed i will know what I can run on my phone and what I can't. You can go onto there site or Google plus and read it of anyone is interested.

https://plus.google.com/117962666888533781522/posts/KT5ctg71jNW

"Chance Favors the Prepared"
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] pmsrefugee:
Found an old touchwiz backup which installed. I got the gps lock and booted into recovery. Restored lollipop backup and was able to get gps lock. Happy Camper :laugh:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lennoxlewis:
I have no idea what that is. But let me know if tou will default that as i believe thats the cause/problem.

If there is a test i can do to help let me know.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] puritan007:
There is an app in the app store called build prop editor. Download, open, give root access, On the top left there's an arrow pointing left, click that. Here are the changes I always make, make a change to default *dpi 320, 240, etc. * then reboot
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
Thanks for todays build Wilson I am downloading now and will report back and let you know how everything goes buddy Thanks again
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] dayocksta:
Having problems getting 4G working ever since the 12th build. Network is still set to CDMA+LTE/EvDo but I'm only getting a 3G signal. If I switch the network to LTE, 4G works but I have no phone signal. I'm on build 14 right now. Any advice?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
I'm running today's build and everything is working just fine great job on the rom keep up the good work Wilson Thanks again
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] pmsrefugee:
Still on build 02/15 and everything works now except Netflix. When I try to watch something the spinning circle just spins and spins. Is this just me? I tried clearing data and rebooting already

Oops, I meant 02/14. Just downloaded 02/15 and will install 02/15 next.

I also installed the older version of TWRP 2.8.1.0 and changed system to EXT3 then back to ext4. Reinstalled 02/14 from clean install and gps worked fine. Netflix still just spins and spins though when loading a movie. Hopefully it will work on 02/15. Great rom. so fast!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] rickkane:
Seriously this ROM is awesome! Battery life is INCREDIBLE! I have one question. Does anyone know how to change it so pictures and files save to external sd by default? I can't find anything in the settings menus. Thank you in advance!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] pmsrefugee:
WooHoo for build 02/15

Yeah, baby! I dirty flashed over 02/14 build with TWRP 4.8.1.0 I wiped cache, dalvik, and system (not data) and installed 20150215 build then gapps and rebooted. Netflix now works flawlessly. So jazzed. Awesome work on getting lollipop on my old Note 2. :good:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Try the ril fix on op...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] ffuser1:
before i switch to this rom, quick question - with the frequent updates, do you install over previous installation or have to restart from scratch (with titanium backup restore) each time?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Read op...no need.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Mace68:
I use an app called Folder Mount from the Play Store. It allows you to mount (or symlink) external sdcard directories to directories on the internal sdcard.

-=[ Sent from my SCH-I605 running CM12 SaberMod ROM ]=-
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] pmsrefugee:
I think the hashtag in the status bar signifies an app is using root. Is there a way to turn it off?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
Downloading and flashing be back soon Thanks Wilson
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lennoxlewis:
im on yesterday's rom, the 15.02

on the previous i had a lot of problems during calls. I would get flight mode engaged, i would put the call on hold... that with the black screen getting the phone on the ear.

i tested calls using loud speaker and had no troubles. it happens just when i use phone on the ear.

I could not understand this more, but i think it could be related with the sensor that blacks the screen. i think it comes from the black very easy and i could be selecting options with the ear itself.

anybody having issues with calls?! :eek:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bigmarv31:
I am running todays build with no issues at all everything is working the rom is amazing its fast its smooth and the battery life is super so it keeps getting better and better Wilson you did a great job brother keep up the good work Thanks again for the best lp rom out there
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] CHANGiism:
Yes, I found this issue also in recent builds. I found that when you put your face to your phone during call, proximity sensor merely makes your screen black instead of turning it off. You can test this by putting your face next to the phone during call to make the screen go black, and touch with your finger where the "end call" used to be.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lennoxlewis:
Thank god! I tought i was going crazy.. So thats why... That explains it now! I find it to be a major issue.. After all thats the primary function lololol
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] erikclaw:
my proximity sensor is out of whack too. Make a call, when I go to hang up it is on some other setting screen. Today it was changing my location settings while talking, any way to make this stop? Did a full wipe for yesterdays download.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lennoxlewis:
yep, it seems thats a common problem.

All in all, the screen goes black but the function remains so we can select whatever with our ear.

:(
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] dayocksta:
Did a full wipe, installed a TW 4.4.2 rom, full wiped again, flashed 021615, gapps, and ril fix with TWRP 2.8.1 and still 3G only unless I select LTE on the network, which breaks voice. I'm on MJ9. modem. Any ideas? Thanks wilson....still loving this rom!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lennoxlewis:
Cant upload to this fórum, getting low memory message on the phone. Suspect its the same low memory problem bug that crashes facebook :/
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] dbrickg:
Yay! Thanks so much for finding that. It's been bugging me for months now.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] pmsrefugee:
media via usb

When I connect my phone via usb cable to the computer nothing happens. Is there a way to tell the phone to connect to the pc as a media device to transfer files?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Mace68:
Is there an overclockable kernel that works well with this ROM?

-=[ Sent from my SCH-I605 running CM12 SaberMod ROM ]=-
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] wilson3q:
Check your preferred networks settings...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] dayocksta:
I'm on CDMA+LTE/EvDo. Flashed a TW rom and I'm not getting 4G on that either so I'm thinking it may be an issue with the SIM card.