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[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
You don't have to. But it is suggested. I just try to make the build date (and source code) in sync so no other things can go wrong.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] Camilo Olivares:
Hi, so for todays build we have to wait for 7/11 kernel? Or can flash 7/4 kernel with todays build? Tia

Edit: already flashed 7/11 kernel and is working great!
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] :
I finally managed to integrate your kernel to my ROM :)

A "pull" did the trick ;)

Thank you very much !
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] pi4a7a:
Can I use with .eu weekly ?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] razibrizal:
No
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] panchovix:
by the way, works perfectly on AOSPA
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] arunon2013:
this kernal is comfortable with Mokee rom 7.1.2 ? im using this rom from mokee official site ? any ideas?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
It will work. Mokee is based on CM/LOS.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] skyland520:
thanks,i use your kernel in my phone
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
You are welcome.

Thanks to diligent LOS maintainers, every week we get some code change in the kernel. On most weeks I counted about 500 lines of new/modified code. For recent weeks, a lot of F2FS code is updated (among other smaller stuffs).
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] 527007960:
can 64GB version use it？
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
You can, but:

1. If you are using LOS anyway, then there will be no benefit at all. The Kernel will behave exactly the same as default LOS kernel;

2. If you are using a different ROM, say Slim, then it will apply LOS kernel onto your phone. It's up to you whether this is what you want (some one told me this makes Slim more stable).
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] rcarkk:
I´m using LOS form mid May 2017 with DragonXia 3.9 standard. It works very well on my Mi 5 32Gb, but i find that i only need the unlocked frequencies of the SD820, provided by DragonXia.

As i understand, your kernel is always an exact copy of latest stock LineageOS Kernel, except frequency tables to unlock Mi 5 32Gb standard SD820 CPU and GPU speeds. Am i right? Thank you
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
Yes, you are right.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] rcarkk:
So every week, you pick the latest LOS weekly, to extract the LOS kernel and then change the frequencies tables? That seems to be very time consuming. Good work.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] rcarkk:
Im running LOS from May 16th with DragonXia 3.9. Can i flash your May 17th version on top of DragonXia 3.9? Thank you
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
Yes, you can. It will overwrite whatever existing kernel on your phone.

On the other side, why not flash the latest LOS first?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] rcarkk:
Not having to much time these days...
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] s0ur0v:
Hi [MENTION=4968883]mrmathematica[/MENTION]. is 2.15ghz uses more battery or it's same as 1.8ghz?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] razibrizal:
yes is use more battery
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
It will use a bit more battery, only when you need the CPU power. I think it's worth it. Qualcomm thinks so too, other wise they will clock 820 differently. But it's your phone and it's up to you whether it's worth it for you.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] rockuman_ex:
I flashed the last 2 of your kernel, and i see a dramatic decrease of battery life.

The phone wouldn't last even for a day, and i see little increase in speed.

Now I'm back on stock LOS kernel, and my phone lasted for more than a day.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] fersago:
You shouldn't notice a so worse consumption compared to stock ones, you're only demanding a bit more power only when its in use, as 64gb (and higher) does.

Am I wrong?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] Azimit:
Yes, it work in MIUI. I tested in MIUI 8 Masik 7.7.14 and kernel 0711.

Bugs: don't work Wi-Fi and keys are flipped.

P.S. Installing is not clear.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] Dan_Jacques:
Try to apply AKT profiles. It takes advantage of higher clocks and improve battery life.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] rockuman_ex:
How do i do that?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] Dan_Jacques:
https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=70352820&postcount=2146

I like the X. A. N. A. balanced profile. No lags and good battery backup.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
LOL. Using the build in updater from LOS, it should take just a few minutes to get updated, as the process is all automated.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] rcarkk:
1. Do i need to install some app to get the updater on LOS? There is no update seccion on "about phone".

2. Can i update from May 16th 2017 version to the latest one with no problems?

3. What about firmware? Should i flash a newer firmware version before the LOS update to be compatible with the newer LOS?

4. Can i update LOS with DragonXia 3.9 installed? Thank you, and sorry for the amount of questions.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] hxwyli:
Does this kernel support QC3.0？
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
Builds after 0503 support QC3.0 (so only the very first build doesn't support it).
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] hxwyli:
Thanks
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
1. The first entry in "about phone" menu should be "LineageOS update".

2. Yes. As long as they are all LOS 14.1, you can always flash a newer one on top of an older one (but not the other way around). It doesn't matter if you skip some intermediate builds.

3. Good point. Most of the times, firmware update is not needed. But for Mi5 in particular, the firmware request does go up a few weeks ago. Goto first post in the LOS 14.1 Mi5 thread here to grab the latest firmware. This step will add a few more min to my previous estimate. Sorry for missing this earlier.

4. Yes, you can always update LOS with whatever kernel. The only downside is that the updater will overwrite, so you will end with LOS build-in kernel.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] hxwyli:
Brush this kernel why is the system constantly awake？
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] rcarkk:
Unfortunately, i don't have an option of "LineageOS update" on about phone. At least in this build. Any clues?

So you agree i should flash a newer firmware before LOS update?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] patrikos23:
On RR this Kernel work?

Tapatalk by Xiaomi Mi5 Pro Ceramic Black
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] hans william:
I think yes, cause RR are Lineage OS based with full costumisation added.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
My phone is normal. Use "Wakelock Detector [Root]" app if you think your phone is constantly awake.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] thejaimes111:
Does this kernel bypass safetynet check for google play certified? On stock lineage kernel my device shows Uncertified.

Enviado desde mi MI 5 mediante Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
It doesn't (same as LOS stock). I'll take a look to see what I can do to make it bypass safetynet check.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] abderazakallouch:
can i install it on CAF rom?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
Yes you can.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
There is no change in LOS kernel between Aug-01 and Aug-08 build. But per thejaimes111's request, I made some change in my kernel. It should bypass safetynet check (with Magisk root) with the Aug-07 file I just uploaded.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] booci:
SafetyNet and Device certification are two different things. The SafetyNet API is designed to check whether a device has been tampered with, whether it’s been rooted by a user, is running a custom ROM, or has been infected with low-level malware, for example. By default, LineageOS doesn't pass the SafetyNet Check, even if you are not rooted. Thanks to mrmathematica, the Mi5 now passes the SafetyNet Check on LOS. If your device is uncertified, which is our case (mi5 running LOS), it means Google doesn't have a record of the Android compatibility test results. The Mi5 is a certified device and I remember that when I was on MIUI I had "device certified" status. On LOS it is uncertified. I don't know how we can fix that.

Later edit:

Did some googleing:

Simple fix: go to settings/apps/Google Play disable it, clear data, enable Google Play.

It should now be CERTIFIED
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] thejaimes111:
With Magisk v13.3 I have a rooted device running LOS and passing SafetyNet Test. Also your Certification fix worked for me [emoji108]

Enviado desde mi MI 5 mediante Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
LOL. I build kernel from source code, which is a fork from LOS kernel source with my modifications. I guess it only makes sense to people who know something about software developing.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] rcarkk:
Yes, im not a software developer. Thanks for the kernel. It works well at 2.15Ghz.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
Aug-22 builds uploaded. Changes:

. Update battery data from MIUI

. secure_buffer: Fix memory leak
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] davidben73:
Thx dev for the kernel. Which akt profile do you recommend for battery save but not too sacrifice smoothness?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
I use X.A.N.A or Zhana, Balanced of course.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] yoakechan:
i love this kernel... specially in batteray life...
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] patrikos23:
[MENTION=4968883]mrmathematica[/MENTION] this kernel work in RR 5.8.4?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] hans william:
Yes it work, I used on RR build August 22, battery life seem better
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] yoakechan:
my friend try this driver gpu in his mi5 n work...

https://xdaforums.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/mod-adreno-vulkan-drivers-snapdragon-t3555141

what this kernel use this driver? my friend said fps be better when benchmark test..

sorry my bad english
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
Bad news: there is no code change between Aug 22 and 29 in LOS kernel. Feel free to use the 0822 build again.

Good news: there is a LOS 15 branch now. New developing will mostly happen there.

Anyway, I will keep an eye on LOS kernel source, and upload updates whenever there is code change.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] hans william:
Your August 22 working good with better battery than before.

Great news Sir, I'll be waiting for your kernel with LOS 15 based source. Even that now, not a single Oreo based costum rom was released.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] RootNightmareX:
New update :) changelog?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
Here you go (for 0905 build):

- Improvements in f2fs driver
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] fersago:
I want this for MIUI.

Impossible thing?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] booci:
Yes
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] crision:
Thanks! But how to update the Bandbase?

Is there no way to flash the image of miui?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] oscarbg:
it's this kernel expected to work with first Lineage OS 15.0 Mi5 release in thread: "[ROM][UNOFFICIAL] LineageOS 15.0 for Xiaomi Mi 5"

if not no pressure.. but want to know if you are interested in providing early custom kernel for LineageOS 15 alpha builds soon?

thanks..
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
I assume you are asking how to update baseband/firmware. There is a thread for this: https://xdaforums.com/mi-5/development/tool-flashable-firmware-twrp-easy-t3474898
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
Yes, it will work. For now there is no difference between kernel of LOS 15 and 14. I will keep an eye on the source code. If in the future they begin to diverge I'm planning to make a new folder and release OC kernel for LOS 15 there.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] RootNightmareX:
Is this kernel incompatible with AEX which uses EAS ? or the governor settings remains the same only the 2,15ghz speed appears?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] amogus:
I just wanna give my appreciation to the dev for the regular update and support for the kernel. Thanks for always giving fast respond to our questions and feedback even though you really don't have to

Cheers ☺️
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
No EAS support. Governor settings remains the same only 2,15ghz (and a few more) appears. I suggested AKT profiles in OP for those who are concerned about battery consumption.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] crision:
Thank you! You are right. (I am CHINESE.My English level is limited. I am sorry that my words maybe wrong.)
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
For the the released LOS 15 (only one version is leased so far), please use my 0905 build. Newer LOS 14.1 builds might not work.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] oscarbg:
thanks for confirming working and exact versión to install.. will try it soon..
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
0912 Changelog:

Synchronize drives with latest CAF
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] akdrhmz:
you try to miui rom this kernel?
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] ajaxcbcb:
charging is slow
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] imrananis:
Thank you brother for a great kernel

This is the best kernel for me, no overheating at all, i am using it with JDC rom , can you suggest any setting for best gaiming performance?:good:

(32 gb version) [MENTION=4968883]mrmathematica[/MENTION]
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] yoakechan:
i dont know but i think my HH laggy sometime... with this new update, charger slowly.. n more lag when charge..

i think i still like 0822.zip version..

sorry for my bad english
[Xiaomi Mi 5 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Dev] mrmathematica:
Now sure what you mean by 'HH'. The power management driver was updated in 9012 build (sync with Qualcommm, code for PMI8950 was added). If you think it is slow, for now you can use 0905 build.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 Questions & Answers] b3stiaL:
Hey,

yesterday i received my Xiaomi Mi 5s, which I ordered via gearbest.com and came with 'MIUI Global 8.0 | Stable 8.0.3.0(MAGMIDI) preinstalled.

What I want to do is to use "TWRP_Capricorn" + "lineage-14.1-20170328-UNOFFICIAL-capricorn" + "open_gapps-arm64-7.1-pico-20170425" + "addonsu-arm64-signed".

So I followed a couple of tutorials to unlock the bootloader but none of my tries were successful.

This is what I did so far in particular:

1. Mi Unlock

After receiving permission to unlock (which took less than 15 minutes!) I downloaded Mi unlock and after "Verifying device" turned green "Unlocking" failed due to "Current account is not bound to this device".

The program itself suggests following solution: "In the "Settings -> developer options -> Mi unlock states" binding account and equipment", but there is no such option as "Mi unlock states".

However my device shows up under the account which got the permission, I am logged in and can find my Mi 5s via i.mi.com.

2. Updater-App

So I tried to install a different version of MiuUi with the preinstalled "Updater"-App to unlock my device.

The three dots in the top-right corner -> choose update package -> selecting the file and applying shows following error message: "Can't verify update Couldn't verify update package."

I tried everything from China/Global developer versions to downgrading to former Global Stable versions.

3. MiPCSuite

It only says "Connect your device via USB" and than "You need to update your device to use Mi PC Suite Update your device before connectiong".

Yes Drivers are installed.

4. XiaoMiFlash

After my device was showing up correctly in MiFlash I mounted capricorn_images_7.4.20_20170420.0000.00_6.0_cn_ef59d44f88 in XiaoMiFlash and clicked flash.

The Result: error, status: "error:"Flash xbl error".

Older versions of the program gives out the following error message: "remote: Critical partition flashing is not allowed))".

5. Minimal ADB and Fastboot

a) Fastboot method

"fastboot oem edl" -> "FAILED (remote: Need to unlock the device to use this command)"

b) ADB method

"adb devices" -> My device is showing up, authorization is given.

"adb reboot edl" -> The phone just reboots.

So, what else can I try to unlock the bootloader? (I have no deep flash cable...)
[Xiaomi Mi 5 Questions & Answers] Kevin Adisaputra:
Which MiUnlock version u are using? because when i unlocked my Mi5 8.0.2.0 MAAMIDG back then with v1.1 MiUnlock, there's no such options, however when i tried to unlock my redmi note4 qualcomm this last week with MiUnlock v2.2 i got the same error msg like you do, luckily the RN4 qualcomm on MIUI 8.1.5.0 have that "MiUnlock States" option under the developer option (haven't tried on Mi5 because never use MIUI ROM on my Mi5) then i bind my Mi Account onto that RN4, then when i tried to unlock it again, the process stopped at 99% it says "Binding time is Less than 72 Hrs" :silly:, so i tried again after 72 hrs passed, and succeed.

Same happened to me back then, can't switch ROM with those crappy Updater app, still don't know why

MiPc suite has too many version (english/cn) and i was too lazy to tried every single one of them.

I can only flashed via XiaoMiFlash when my Mi5 was in EDL Mode (some ppl claimed it worked via fastboot (vol down+pow) too).

I heard that they already removed the edl mode via adb, u might wanna try in fastboot mode "fastboot oem edl" (doubt it will work on locked bootlader tho)

so in my opinion you have 2 options atm :

Update to the latest ROM and hoping you'd found Mi Unlock States Options on the Newer ROM

or

Buy/Make a Deepflash cable to get access to EDL mode, if you want to make your own, there are several video tutorials about it on youtube
[Xiaomi Mi 5 Questions & Answers] b3stiaL:
Hey Kevin,

thank you for your reply.

I will will write a more detailed answer tomorrow but just a quick question for now. What exactly do you mean by: '1. Update to the latest ROM and hoping you'd found Mi Unlock States Options on the Newer ROM'?

I cannot flash any ROM, so that won't work?!
[Xiaomi Mi 5 Questions & Answers] elot01:
I don't want to be rude, but this is the Mi5 area, not the Mi5s (as far as i know, they are different machines).

So please go to the right area.

Also, Gearbest is known for installing there own rom's which are heavily modified.

This always give problems, so start by flashing via MiFlash the latest official China or Global rom.

Then try the normal steps of connecting your unlock account to the developer settings (Mi account) and flashing things.
[Xiaomi Mi 5 Questions & Answers] doowydoowy:
a mi pasa lo mismo y nadie me da una solucion ains....
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] lcavadas8:
Coming for the iPhone world, i am used to an excellent and thorough backup solution for the iPhone. this includes a full restore from the back up. Either to iCloud or on computer using iTunes.

Dabbling with my new S8+, I yet to find such a routine. Having tried to backup to Samsung cloud several times, not everything gets restored, and all the phone settings do not return prior to back up.

I do not want to "violate" the phone by jailbreaking it.

Any solutions out there ??

:confused:
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] ru_dimka:
But VERY VERY slow....S8 can not copy files simultaneously. Only one by one ((
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] jpcdeux:
1. It's not jailbreak, it's root

2. What would that help anyway? It's only problems

3. What's not getting backed up/restored because I've never had any issues getting everything back after a restore

4. Are you backing up often enough everything you want is getting backed up?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] JDM9499:
The camera is great overall, much like the S7 was and still is, however, I get a feeling Samsung's software is applying some sort of auto smoothing technique while shooting in Auto. I've noticed lately when I take a photo of someone in an environment, everything in the image is crisp with great detail accept for the person or people looking at the camera. Their skin appears a tad smooth, with no pores and less wrinkles, but the accessories they're wearing, and their clothes, are crisp with fantastic detail.

I've downloaded the stock Google camera app to test it, and in the same environment, the person's skin is how it was on the S7 camera, much more detailed and realistic. I can see pores and imperfections. What's stranger is, if the person is not looking at the camera, it's like the software doesn't recognize a face, and that person's side features like the skin has far more realistic detail as apposed to when they're looking at the camera and it becomes more smooth. I can see their freckles and pores more.

I thought for awhile my camera was back focusing and I just wasn't focused on the faces of people, thus resulting in a tad blurry face. But I kept noticing their hats and shirts, which are at the same focal distance, had fantastic detail. Taking a landscape or cityscape photo results in crisp and detailed images, but put someone at full length in the shot for a portrait, and their face is smooth as apposed to everything around them.

I have a hunch Samsung is applying auto smoothing of people's skin while shooting in auto. The Google camera app isn't doing that. If it's because they think most consumer's would appreciate smoother looking skin, well maybe ok, but that's what the selfie feature of beauty mode is for, not the rear camera.

Anyone else notice this?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] renegadem4ster:
I have the same problem. How can it be fixed?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] JDM9499:
It's definitely bizarre. Probably most consumers won't notice and if they do, don't care and maybe even some appreciate it. Again, I have no idea if this is indeed a little trick Samsung baked into the camera software, but I've stopped shooting with AUTO unless it's a landscape scene or I need the HDR mode (Samsung does a fantastic job with HDR without making it look cheesy fake).

My workflow is now I shoot in the PRO mode if my main subject is a person, and process with Snapseed or Adobe Photoshop Express. The details are crisp and awesome. AUTO mode makes the people's faces look like an oil painting while the rest of the scene is crisp with great detail. Totally bizarre!

I'd use another camera app, but the speed of shooting in RAW mode is so fast with the stock app, and if I need HDR, it's right there in the options menu rather than opening another camera app. So I'm still using the stock app, just changed my workflow.