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[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam ROM Development] JudgeDredd67:
I love the forum and I think we all agree on this point. I am a moderator on several other PDA related sites. I know first hand how hard it can be to try and get the new folks to use the search function and read The Bold Print but I have found with my experience that using post counts to advance members to hidden forums only invites spam and useless posts. I can also say that wading through 80 sum pages of "thank you's" and "questions that where answered in the first post but I just looked for the link to download and didn't read" posts, is long and quite aggravating. Also trying to use the search function for things like finding a fix to an MMS problem is near to imposable. What I have seen here recently that I like is when something is released like a new WM6 build, there could be 2 treads started one for real questions (Advanced) and issues and one for the new folks to ask there new folk questions (Beginners). Not restricting access to the "Advance" tread, just the ability to post. I don't mind helping the new folks a little because I was new once. I can also say that I read information on this site for 4 days before I attempted to flash a new rom to my device. ( was scared to death ) and some of the questions the new folks asked, I also wanted the answer too. Lots of times some senior member would help them with a link or advice and this helped me also. I think if anything you should have to be a member here for say 3 or 4 days before you are allowed to post. Then maybe a week or two before you could post in the "Advanced" threads. This would hopefully send more new folks eager to find the answers to there questions, into the forums using the search and reading the comment of others a little more closely.

Just my thoughts

JD
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam ROM Development] swtaltima:
I am new here and have refrained from posting until now. I have been using jj's WM VI 2.0 for a couple of days now (best so far) and must say that I find what is going on here to be quite annoying. My reason for being annoyed is because I have had my 8525 for several months now and have recently become quite bored with it, awaiting the release of new devices so I could have a new toy. Well jasjamming changed that with a couple rom updates.

All I am saying is for all of the noobs here including myself, "beggars cant be choosers" If the people that generously make these rom updates and advice available want us to do something in order to make this equitable for them, then we need to do as they wish without question. What is so difficult about this? Especially since it really doesn't seem like there asking much in return.

Just think about it, from what I see we all eagerly await each and every new release and now people are upset like me because we like having access to these updates and now we don't. I just think it is wasteful to disrupt such a wonderful arrangement.

Just my .02 but I really enjoy this site and would hate to see it change.

On a side note... I really enjoy this site so for all parties involved in creating/ maintaining this sight, many thanks!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam ROM Development] todd_jg:
Thanks button?

I will now throw my 2 cents in as well. I too have not posted much, but have managed to upgrade the ROM on my Hermes a few times without having to seek "professional help". I think we all appreciate the effrorts of the few that provide the rewards for the many. I used to be a SuperMod on a SonyEricsson modding site (before I found the Windows Mobile joy).

I have seen a "Thanks Button" used quite effectively - I think it is in the newer releases of vBulletin. It cuts a lot of the crap. Also, I would support a "no post for 10 days" and "read only, except by invitation" threads.

If you can express gratitude simply, have to read and learn for 10 days (and you KNOW they won't wait to try the flash) and get to read what the Seniors and Mods are saying and download the fruits of their labors, but cannot interfere, I think that would raise the quality of the experience for everyone. Sorry I went so long - I love XDA and want to see it continue to dominate.

PS: It is funny to see someone with the nick "poopmongrel" lamenting the low quality of the forum participants - ;-) That isn't meant to be mean, just funny!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam ROM Development] chenga:
Does that really work? Or do the n00bs just argue back? It seems recently they will just start arguing that "I did search, you *expletive*" or something like that.

If there were a way to rate individual posts like Digg and Slashdot, then you could set a ratings threshold (like view all rated > -1) and not even see the n00b posts that other people flagged unless you specifically click to expand the hidden post.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam ROM Development] richy240:
I don't know... Probably not. I was really just talking out of my ass. But when someone answers like that, they obviously shouldn't expect an accurate answer. If someone said that to me after answering a question, I wouldn't give them the time of day.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam ROM Development] lextendo:
Wasn't everybody a n00b at one time?

It would be a shame to 'close the forum down' to noobs. There's a first for everything. And -yes!- noobs can ask stupid questions, but you could just ignore them. I've read some good suggestions reading the threads complaining about the newbies on this forum. ("thank you button", "noob area" and "a timeslot between downloading/registering" eg.)

Without this forum I'm pretty sure my Hermes would still run on WM5 since there's no real alternative to this forum. The senior members and chefs provide information (at least I) could not find anywhere else. Like many junior members (I guess) I spend the most time reading and not posting. Reading and learning. So getting 'senior' by just posting will not improve the forum quality.

To bad some (a) chef(s) are just so fed up they don't share their work anymore, but I can understand. People should be more gratefull for their hard work. Especially if you do not have the skills to cook a rom yourself!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam ROM Development] Daniel Wee:
I think the problem is more than just asking questions, even basic ones. It is the attitude of some users who seem to expect the contributors of the ROMs to support them. As a software developer myself, I've experienced many such types who think that just because they downloaded your software for free, they are entitled to your support. I believe it is this sort of "stupidity" and arrogance that really gets the goat of those who work hard to contribute something.

In this case, the fault isn't merely one of tolerance, it is one of attitude. If a guy comes in and gets free stuff from you, and then turns back and demand you fix their machine, while bad-mouthing you - surely you can see how this will make the whole enterprise un-worthwhile for the contributor. Not only are they not getting any tangible remuneration for their work, they are now having to put up with such arrogance. Now, who in their right mind would want to continue contributing in a community that is unappreciative (though arguably there will always be those who are appreciative).

The key then is to keep the unappreciative out until they learn some respect and appreciation. When they learn that what they're getting is not a right but a privilege, out of the goodwill of the contributors. If they are not happy, they can go elsewhere and not use the product. If they're sincere, then they should make the effort to learn. Regardless of the complaints of how hard it is to use the search function (how hard can it be??). In this case the onus is NOT on the contributors but on the end-user.

I see this kind of scenario happening:-

1. Newbie hears about WM6 and thinks its so cool.

2. Pesters friend for link and ends up here.

3. Get excited at the level of activity and prospect of getting something for free.

4. Get frustrated because they don't know where to start.

5. Post basic questions about which is the best ROM etc.

6. Decides to go with the "best" ROM.

7. Bricks the machine or finds a bug or loses some features.

8. Get frustrated and angry and vents at the ROM chefs (or Olipro.

9. Tries to read site for the first time but too lazy to work through the posts (it does take time but that is expected.)

10. Pester others to help them unbrick their machine.

11. Unbricks machine and starts again with another ROM variant.

12. Cycle repeats itself.

I'm not saying that all newbies are like this. Many lurkers actually read through all the related posts. The problem we're facing has to do with those who want the benefits without having to spend the time reading and researching and learning some general knowledge about the ROM flashing process. To make things worse, these same types usually have attitudes of self-righteous indignation which makes them a pain to tolerate. This is the kind of person you want to keep out of the community. IMO.

Daniel
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam ROM Development] Newb-Tech-Realtor:
I have to agree here. What ticks me off is the fact that alot of people here come in, flash a ROM without reading or researching then DEMAND a solution...not once...not twice...but sometimes three and four times in a short time span.

I have no right to DEMAND someone to fix something that either (1) I caused; (2) I didn't read enough to see that it was a known issue and flashed anyway; (3) a known issue with an open source software on a DEVELOPER's sight with I am NOT a developer.

What I see the issue to be is ingratitude, sense of entitlement and tender emotions. If you're feelings are going to get hurt then you shouldn't post. The developers here don't owe anybody here a thing. Plain and simple.

Politically correct? No. Do I care? No.

Jim
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam ROM Development] PPC-Warrior:
I Love Xda-developers.com!

Spread The Peace!
[Galaxy S 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] prot-:
Hi, I have sidesync 3.0 installed on my lollipop s5 and KitKat galaxy tab s. The phones connect but touches / buttons do not respond.

I have reinstalled /updated numerous times but no fix. Anyone else have this problem?
[Galaxy S 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] prot-:
Anyone?
[Galaxy S 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cre8eve:
My Tab S had Lollipop but my S5 had KitKat. Updated software on phone, and that fixed the problem. I can now not only pull up the phone on the tablet, but interact with it's screen as shown in the online videos.

Did you get it working?
[Samsung Galaxy S 4 Zoom] ttocs99:
Hello could someone please upload the apk for the phone call logs i deleted it by accident debloating the stock rom my device is a c105 thank you
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sgovindN:
Hey,

I'm trying to update my One Plus One from CM11 44S(rooted) to CM12 Nightly, I have downloaded the CM12 Nightly file( cm-12-20150124-NIGHTLY-bacon.zip) from the official cyanogenmod page. I have TWRP [v2.8.4.1] recovery installed on my One Plus.

The issue:

I transferred the .zip file and gapps to my root folder and booted my phone into recovery. I performed a Backup of my ROM with the tools available with TWRP, then I wiped Cache,Dalvik Cache,System and Data. Now when I try to flash the .zip file from the Install section I get the following error.

E: Error executing updater binary in zip '/sdcard/Download/cm-12-20150124-NIGHTLY-bacon.zip'

error flashing zip.....
​

Another statement that looks like an error.

Comparing TZ version TZ.BF.2.0-2.0.0109 to TZ.BF.2.0-2.0.0096

assert failed : oppo.verify_trustzone("TZ.BF.2.0-2.0.0109") == "1"
​

Things I have tried :

1) repeated the above procedure two to three times

2) checked md5 checksum of the .zip file ==> it matched the one on the website

Can someone please help me sove this issue? Am I doing something wrong?
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] -C2T-:
It only happened when youre coming from a KK ROM i dont know why. Flash an earlier nightly build e.g. 20150123 build, then flash 20150124 build. This worked for me.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sgovindN:
redundant

I have not tried it yet, but don't you think it would be redundant since 20150123 would itself require a previous build.

Thanks for the support though.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sgovindN:
Tried it didn't work.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Pady200550:
Guys please help

Guys please help. I am too facing the same problem. I also even tried installing the previouds update of 23rd but it didn't help. Please help us...
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aboicu:
Me too. I'm having the same problem in the same circumstances as [MENTION=6358020]sgovindN[/MENTION]. I've already tried CM12 from 23.01, 22.01, 13.01. The same error
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
Have all you guys updated your firmware?

Transmitted via Bacon
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Pady200550:
What do mean by updated firware. I am running on cynogenmod 11.0 44s version.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
In order to run the latest CM12 nightlies you need updated firmware, it's been mentioned countless times in both of the CM12 threads here on XDA.

Transmitted via Bacon
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sgovindN:
[Fixed]

I fixed this issue. The problem was the Trustzone issue error that popped up. This trustzone version is in the update binary so here is how you fix it.

Step 01 : Open the zip file with WinZip or WinRAR [do not extract]

Step 02 : Navigate to /META-INF/com/google/android

Step 03 : Open the file 'update-script' with Notepad++(recommended) {Traditional Notepad does not indent code so it is harder to find and edit}

Step 04 : On line 02 change

assert(oppo.verify_trustzone("TZ.BF.2.0-2.0.0109") == "1");

to

assert(oppo.verify_trustzone("TZ.BF.2.0-2.0.0096") == "1");

Step 05: Save the file

Similarly people facing Status 7 issue can troubleshoot by changing the model name in the 'updater-script' to the same as theirs, on line 01can fix the "Error".

Make sure you check the md5 checksum of the zip file from the official website, using a tool such as Android File Verifier.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
I'm pretty sure that isn't actually fixing the issue, that's just sidestepping the safeguard that's built into the updater script.

Transmitted via Bacon
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Pady200550:
Thanks for your help. i have now successfully installed CynaodenMod 12 on to my Oneplus One.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Pady200550:
Not able to update new rom by cyandelta. Guys help.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
Which brings me back to my previous question earlier in the thread; have you updated your firmware?

Transmitted via Bacon
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Pady200550:
Yes now i able to update. I have searched regarding this. You have to download a file bacon firmware update and then u can install cm 12 nigtley
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
That's right, that'd what you needed to do in the first place. The method posted by [MENTION=6358020]sgovindN[/MENTION] is not a solution at all, it just sidesteps the safeguard that's there to ensure that you're on the right firmware.

Transmitted via Bacon
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ek69:
LMAO I can't believe what [MENTION=6358020]sgovindN[/MENTION] did there.... TZ assert is there for a reason, and your "fix" is just a bs work around, [MENTION=6359261]Pady200550[/MENTION] recent posts prove that. It would have taken far less effort to do it the proper way instead of coming up with that

If anyone ever find this thread in the future, DO NOT do what [MENTION=6358020]sgovindN[/MENTION] posted. Do it the proper way as [MENTION=4153349]timmaaa[/MENTION] posted with the updated firmware

Sent From Lollipopified Bacon Goodness!
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sagar0592:
Firmware Update?/

I am on 4.4.4 custom rom PACman but unable to intall CM12/resurrection remix/Liquidsmooth/Blisspop (All 5.0 based) it gives me error : E: Error executing updater binary in zip '/sdcard/Download/cm-12-20150124-NIGHTLY-bacon.zip'

error flashing zip.....

please explain how did you mange to install CM12 ?
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ek69:
Are you using multirom? If yes, update to latest it will install blisspop for sure as secondary, I dunno about the rest

Since you're still on KitKat you need to install the cm12 firmware first though. You can find it in blisspop thread

Sent From Lollipopified Bacon Goodness!
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kanfos:
I'm with cm11s as a primary in multirom and managed to install Liquidsmooth lollipop. Also managed to install CM12 but it crashes on load, and I get the "E:Error executing updater binary in zip '/tmp/mr_update.zip'" when trying to install Blisspop or tugapower.

From what you guys say, I shouldn't be able to run liquidsmooth as my "basis" is the CM11S firmware, but fact is I can xD

Isn't there a way to flash the updated firmware only over the secondary (lollipop) rom? Or is it possible to run CM11S as a secondary, with CM12 as primary?

I really want to try CM12 (to see the "future" for my OpO), but don't want to lose my fully customized CM11 just yet :P
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ek69:
Flash cm12 firmware from twrp main screen so it's system wide, then flash just the cm11s modem file. That will let you run both

For reference go to ak kernel q&a thread there's exact steps there, I'm too lazy to copy paste them here [emoji14]
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kanfos:
Thanks ek69, will try that :)
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dogmatism:
Don't know why an answer is so draggy, if you have this error from kitkat to lolipop first update, this means your haven't updates your modem (and some base files necessary)

just flash this from the recovery before or if you get this error:

https://s.basketbuild.com/filedl/de.../bacon/Full-CM12-09.02.15-modem-flashable.zip

then flash your lollipop rom

cheers.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kanfos:
[MENTION=383970]dogmatism[/MENTION], will that enable me to continue using cm11S without connectivity issues? From what [MENTION=785380]ek69[/MENTION] worte previously, shouldn't I keep the cm11s modem file? Sorry for "harassing" with this issue, but it's a important step that can blow my main rom (the cm11s) to smithereens :eek:
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aaronvdc:
Can't solve error when updating

Hi guys,

im having the same problem. Currently i am running on cm 12.1, but i would like to downgrade to cm12s.

When i trie to flash the cm12s rom, I get "error executing update binary in zip"

TWRP is updated to the newest version.

Please help!

Greetz
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] waterdaan:
Be careful with what you flash http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=60668194&postcount=197
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ardek_M:
assert(oppo.verify_trustzone("TZ.BF.2.0-2.0.0109") == "1")

In my device OneplusOne powered by BlissPop 3.2 20150515-1013 the error was eliminated by change to

assert(oppo.verify_trustzone("TZ.BF.2.0-2.0.0109") == "1")

and update to Blisspop BlissPop-v3.3-bacon-OFFICIAL-20150518-1807 was successful:o.

BR Ardek_M
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Curritty:
Im having the same issue regarding updating CM12 Nightly but im running on a Canadian S4 (i337m). I know this is in the wrong section but I cant find any information for the S4 having the same issue.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
You need to go and ask in the right section for your device.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jamal2367:
Edit your Updater-script ... I hope its help .... Wrong section ...ask i9505 user he have more user than the Canadian user he helped you faster.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Curritty:
how do I find my updater script and what do I edit. I honestly know nothing about rooting.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
As said by me, and Jamal, you need to go and ask in your own device section. You're off-topic here, plus you'll find much better help in the correct section.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ctzn1:
I installed CyanHacker v3.1 using the hack posted by [MENTION=6358020]sgovindN[/MENTION] , i know why this should not be done but i was in a situation with a deadline.

Can anyone tell me how i recover from/fix the hack that i applied *without* loss of data (system and user apps/data)?
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
What do you mean by recover? The ROM flashed correctly, yes? I'm assuming you want to flash the correct firmware now?
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Door 555:
After 3 attempts flashing my OPO and always having the same error:"E: error executing updater binary in zip" I did your solution and worked fine,Thanks.

BTW.I flash BlissPop-v4.0.3-bacon-OFFICIAL-20151004-0640 rom Sorry for my bad english:good::good:
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
Unfortunately what you've done is incorrect. That "fix" isn't actually the fix for the problem you were having. You were getting the error because you don't have the right firmware version installed, all that method does is trick the ROM installer into thinking you have the right firmware. So what you've done is install the ROM on the wrong firmware, which will most likely cause problems for you.

The real fix to the error you were getting is to flash the firmware components from the latest stock images with fastboot.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Tharun Gowd:
100% Perfect Solution !!

This error is due to the firmware changes if you want to flash a cm12/cm12.1 based ROM while coming from cm11 You need to follow below steps

1. Download https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23991606952604019 ie, OnePlus One Firmware for cm12.1 based roms

2. Reboot to recovery.

3. Do a clean wipe including User data & System ( Ensure you untick Internal storage )

4. Flash the firmware you downloaded....... remember flash directly* i mean to say select install zip option directly from TWRP recovery not through the Advanced Multi ROM option

5. Now flash your favorite cm12/cm12.1 based Rom and enjoy cool features of them.

Revert for clarifications if any

Thanks & Regards

Tharun Gowd :)

---------- Post added at 08:49 AM ---------- Previous post was at 08:46 AM ----------

This error is due to the firmware changes if you want to flash a cm12/cm12.1 based ROM while coming from cm11

You need to follow below steps

1. Download https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23991606952604019 ie, OnePlus One Firmware for cm12.1 based roms

2. Reboot to recovery.

3. Do a clean wipe including User data & System ( Ensure you untick Internal storage )

4. Flash the firmware you downloaded....... remember flash directly* i mean to say select install zip option directly from TWRP recovery not through the Advanced Multi ROM option

5. Now flash your favorite cm12/cm12.1 based Rom and enjoy cool features of them.

Revert for clarifications if any

Thanks & Regards

Tharun Gowd :)
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
That method isn't reliable because recent versions of TWRP are unable to flash the modem within the firmware. The only reliable way to update the firmware is by flashing with fastboot, as I outlined in the post directly before yours.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Door 555:
I was thinking about what you comment and I really do not like having problems with my phone, and decided to flash the stock rom, maybe in the future i install a custom rom

hoping not having the same flash error.

BTW,in the BlissPop-v4.0.3-bacon-OFFICIAL-20151004-0640 rom,try putting a theme and not applied, maybe is a bug in the ROM,regards buddy Sorry for my bad english
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ctzn1:
Yes, and without loss of data, stability and such.

Or is it no longer needed/possible because i already hacked it?
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg:
You still need the firmware, you wouldn't lose any data.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] stampb:
I have updated the firmware and i'm getting the same error as these guys.
[ONE Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KuranKaname:
what are you trying to install and what firmware do you have?