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[prjkt.io] jeff5347:
So I just received my pixel XL as a replacement for my 6p. I figure for right now I'll stay stock but still want the theming options I was using on the 6p. Once I got the XL I set everything up ( apps, contacts, ECT). Then I installed substratum and bought the Andromeda app. Think it was sub v 852. I installed 1 theme and that worked good. Only thing I couldn't do is reenter substratum and change themes once I disconnected from the USB. So I reconnected and got back in, disabled and went stock...tried another theme but once it finished theming the screen wouldn't turn back on. When it finally did it went to the factory recovery screen and informed a factory reset needed to be done.

So after that I havent touched substratum. Was the resetting a fluke or something I did? Is there a file or such that states what themes work w Andromeda? Really want to theme but def don't want to run into problems again
[prjkt.io] yankeesfan714:
Although I can't help you with the why, you can help us with the what. What theme did you install? Just so we can steer clear until it is updated.
[prjkt.io] jeff5347:
as far as i can remember i think it was dark infusion
[prjkt.io] Sharrlie:
Got substratum, got Andromeda, desktop app for Windows is not working. Extracted all, clicked the batch and pressed any key. Daemon started running but saw no substratum on on the puter. Tried it again by running as administrator, still didn't work. Need help.
[prjkt.io] shinyazz52:
Usb debugging on ?
[prjkt.io] nicholaschum:
I have posted the Java alpha desktop client for those who were interested.

It mostly supports multiple devices connected but you will need ADB and JRE installed.

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=673791459329049735
[prjkt.io] crazymonkey05:
hey does this method break saftynet?
[prjkt.io] nicholaschum:
No
[prjkt.io] cucumbers:
Other than multiple devices, any advantages over the last desktop client (3.4)?
[prjkt.io] nicholaschum:
None
[prjkt.io] Medic24:
I've been out of the game for awhile is it confirmed to work on pixel XL?
[prjkt.io] drdrewdown:
yep
[prjkt.io] TheAtheistOtaku:
i also had this happen to me, posted about it in this thread when the app first released. Hasnt happened since but it is definitely a bug with substratum/andromeda. Posts where i talked about it are here and here. I would post logs, but since it factory resets there isnt really a way for me to do that now is there lol
[prjkt.io] Medic24:
Thx for the info
[prjkt.io] TeeJai:
Error

Anyone know how to get around the VARIANT NOT INSTALLED error when picking different colors?

Thanks.
[prjkt.io] sidrav24:
I just tried this on a Pixel. I'm getting an error on Substratum saying "Could not fall back to rooted mode. There are no other theme engines able to be utilized on this device at this current time.."
[prjkt.io] nicholaschum:
Yes, I own a Pixel XL and it works fine.
[prjkt.io] Medic24:
Is there anyway you can point me to the right direction as to getting it to work on my Verizon pixel XL much appreciated thx.
[prjkt.io] jeff5347:
I'm having a problem again I thought I solved. Previously I wasn't able to hold a connection w Andromeda on e disconnected from the PC. Checked settings and such and got it working. That was on 853. Now w 854 Everytime I disconnected from the PC Andromeda goes from Green to red saying disconnected. Restarted my XL, check everything and tried a few more times but no go. Only able to use substratum when connected to the PC?
[prjkt.io] gamoses:
windows help

hoping someone will take pity on a newbie... I'm running a stock Windows 10 machine, and my college minor in programming is little help now.

I'm running the .bat file as an administrator, but the command prompt window disappears.

1) Searched this thread and tried running it directly from an open prompt window, immediately closed.

2) Edited the environment variables to include my download folder, but still no dice.

3) After that, it does now begin with "daemon started successfully" before it all flashes away too quickly to read... and disappears.

Any advice? Thank you!
[prjkt.io] nicholaschum:
This depends on your device. Not the app or client. Also, I have explicitly stated this in the OP.
[prjkt.io] nicholaschum:
Did you enable developer options on your phone?
[prjkt.io] gamoses:
Yes I did, but thank you for replying. Is this not an error with the Windows side of installing?
[prjkt.io] deXter55:
anyone tried on nexus 6p?
[prjkt.io] stastnysnipes26:
Pixel XL here. Would love to help test this.

Wont be able to put Andromeda on my PC until later this evening though when I get out of work.

Let me know if you still need testers.
[prjkt.io] KenanMathews:
The developer has a Nexus 6p
[prjkt.io] kriko:
Haven't been this excited since owning a smartphone.

Awaiting for substratum updates, hope we get is soon :P
[prjkt.io] Char_G:
Soonish :p
[prjkt.io] bzeimen:
I'm on a Pixel and Windows 10 machine. I'd be willing to test, but it doesn't sounds like you need any more help. I'll just wait for the full release!
[prjkt.io] RuneMasterGaming:
Good enough for me.
[prjkt.io] Pheno.menon:
Good lord, this wait is killing me. But, I'm glad they are taking their time to make sure there's no surprises and everything works as it should.
[prjkt.io] darjwx:
In case you need it, I can test on my pixel C (Since it has official Oreo you may be interested in it).

Anyway, [MENTION=3605033]nicholaschum[/MENTION] and the rest of the team, thank you for this.
[prjkt.io] alobear:
Seems like you have enough testers for pixel XL on Windows but if you need anymore I'd love to test! ?
[prjkt.io] stastnysnipes26:
Out of curiosity, will it ever be possible for elevated privileges to persist a reboot?

Not like I'll be changing themes very frequently, just wondering.

Thanks!
[prjkt.io] JPK993:
Tester?

Need anyone else to test a 6P on windows 10? I'm down if need be.
[prjkt.io] ericerk:
Done.
[prjkt.io] HypostaticOnion:
Pixel XL and a MacBook immediately available, and Tuesday I should have a Windows 10 machine to play with.
[prjkt.io] nicholaschum:
I'm glad that a lot of people are interested. Unfortunately I'll apologize in advance if I couldn't get to your PM. My inbox just flooded like no tomorrow! Haha

Mac, Windows and Linux clients are all done, including the universal UI (alpha). So if the universal UI doesn't work, there will be a fallback.

The Andromeda app is also done and privately tested ATM. Substratum is getting patches up and ready and will be done today or tomorrow, then the full announcement for the huge update will be pushed AFTER our scheduled XDA portal post is done :)
[prjkt.io] puregamingnut:
Nice will try it out later on my pixel :)
[prjkt.io] pwr1999:
Nice going, I've been waiting for this!

Nice going, I've been waiting for this!

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Nice going, I've been waiting for this!
[prjkt.io] ZenPluS:
Do you know how much the add-on will cost?
[prjkt.io] Char_G:
Price hasn't been set yet :)
[prjkt.io] bzeimen:
They said $1.99 on Reddit
[prjkt.io] TeeJai:
try running the commands through CMD and not Powershell. That's the only way I can get it to run.
[prjkt.io] gamoses:
I don't even know what Powershell is. I first tried right-clicking on the .bat file and selecting "run as administrator." And I also tried just opening the command prompt and typing in the path. Both had the same result.
[prjkt.io] TeeJai:
Type CMD in the search box. Put a folder with ADB and another folder with Andromeda on the root of your C drive. So you will have a folder named ADB and another folder named Andromeda.

First make sure ADB and your phone are synced.

Type CMD in the search box.

Type cd c:\adb

then type adb devices

make sure it sees your phone, serial number will come up

then type

cd c:\andromeda

then type start_andromeda

as long as you have all of the prerequisites it should work
[prjkt.io] gamoses:
Finally!! Thank you SO much! Thrilled to get started on removing every last trace of white from my phone. :)
[prjkt.io] siren_shadows:
Im rooted with magisk, and i tried the Andromeda way and it was pretty cool, but I don't want to have to use my computer every time i want to update a theme. Is there a way to get Oreo themes working with rooted or magisk systemless mode? Nexus 6p, 8.0.0. Thanks so much!
[prjkt.io] TeeJai:
Glad I could help out!
[prjkt.io] worldsoutro:
Has anyone seen any hits to performance and/or battery life?
[prjkt.io] speedingcheetah:
none what soever for me on my stock Pixel XL. But i just set the black theme i wanted...then removed Andromeda app from phone and left Substrtum app installed, but force stoped it so it is not on in the background at all. Have had no issues, even after security updates otas flashed.
[prjkt.io] scottjal:
There is more maintenance than I was expecting. After an app updates you need to go in and update the theme. If you have auto update turned on that helps but some apps still throw errors after updating and some cite a specific version like the Google app which you'd have to go in and fix.

If all you updated was the system I think you could get away with not touching it.

Have noticed that all the applying/building eats some battery and creates some heat.
[prjkt.io] speedingcheetah:
I use Sai black Oreo theme. Basic theme. Only apply to system UI and phone app. Never had to reapply theme. I can even toggle themes on or off via settings /display built in the phone and not substratum.
[prjkt.io] scottjal:
Did not know theme was mentioned in settings!

I've had the phone app crash every time on launch after it updated and the theme hadn't been reapplied, so watch out for that. Without substratum/Andromeda working you can't call anyone until you find a computer.

I settled on Swift Black by Per Lycke Davide Lilli because it worked bug free and covered a LOT of apps I use, like Google Voice.
[prjkt.io] Sparker0i:
Substratum 854

Andromeda 18

Redmi Note3 on Nitrogen OS 8.0

I already used the script in the laptop, but still it shows this
[prjkt.io] chitownfynest:
I keep getting "There is a delay with Andromeda backend, and to restart Substartum"

I get this message non stop and it won't connect anymore
[prjkt.io] nicholaschum:
Force close/rerun Andromeda Desktop
[prjkt.io] AraDreamer:
Problem with Andromeda/Substratum

I updated my first batch of Swift Black overlays, restarted the device, went to run the desktop client, and Substratum took a really long time to load... then gave me "The Andromeda Desktop Client needs to connect to your device to be able to function with Substratum". When I click Check status, it tells me I'm connected. If I try running the desktop client (Windows Batch File) again, it says connected. If I run the batch file again, it closes Substratum, reopens substratum, and then spits out the run desktop client again screen.

I'm on an unrooted Google Pixel, running 8.0.0 with the September security patches, using the v3.4 Windows batch file on a Microsoft Surface Pro 3 running Windows 10. I've used the client without any trouble until today. There haven't been any updates in Google Play for Andromeda or Substratum recently, have there? I've rebooted the phone twice, I've rebooted the computer, I've force-closed everything and had it run again, with the same results.

It's not erroring out in a way that's giving me any error messages. Did something change with the app over the weekend?
[prjkt.io] siren_shadows:
So there's no way to use themes with root at the moment? Or at least with magisk?
[prjkt.io] speedingcheetah:
at that point. force close Substratum and re-open it. works fine then.

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i have same issue on my Pixel.

at that point. force close Substratum and re-open it. works fine then.
[prjkt.io] AraDreamer:
At which point? I've force-stopped Substratum several times while troubleshooting (I even uninstalled and re-installed it at one point hoping that would do it).
[prjkt.io] speedingcheetah:
When Andromeda is connected to PC and running and auto launces substratum and u get error...force close substratum in settings/ apps...reopen substratum. it now allows u to set themes
[prjkt.io] AraDreamer:
No effect. And the dialer's overlay is causing problems when I try to accept calls, so I guess I'm factory resetting my phone tonight.
[prjkt.io] speedingcheetah:
Then u have something conflicting with it maybe or the theme is having issues.

I use Sais Black oreo them, very basic, only themes system ui and phone app(until latest update fro some reason). Never had any issues until just today when i noticed the theme update said Uninstall old theme before updating. so i wen tot do that and discovered Substraum wouldn't work when it should, recall seeing post while back of that issue and to force close it then reopen..worked fine for me.
[prjkt.io] mtp_Dallas:
Same
[prjkt.io] zee24:
Fixed the issue. I lost root due to ota and even after getting root back it wasn't working but then it's because substratum was checked in magisk hide and also you have to uninstall Sun and then reboot then re download and it should ask you for root permission and it should work
[prjkt.io] nicholaschum:
And this is our Play Store rating section in a nutshell.

We don't touch Magisk or any of your options so anything you "found out" in other apps is a bug for the other apps, not substratum.
[prjkt.io] GillaxGurilla:
Having a problem.

Andromeda and substratum were working fine until a few apps started force closing - assuming because of app updates and such, no big deal..

But now, I can get Andromeda to say it's started successfully on pc, but can't get past the 'check status' screen on my phone. When I click the check status button, nothing happens at all and I can't get into any themes.

Any suggestions?

Edit: words are hard
[prjkt.io] LPHS:
Hi, just wanted to check if i am doing everything correctly. Using Pixel Android Oreo Stock. Non/Rooted. Download Substratum, paid for andromeda, used desktop client it started service. Substartum says falling back to rooted mode thing. I did pay for it..requested for a refund. Can anyone point out what i did wrong.. I am not using an unofficial copy or anything....
[prjkt.io] hilltop804:
Has anyone gotten any themes to properly apply on a Pixel/XL? Every theme I've installed seems to end up with unreadable text somewhere (app names, notifications, setting list, etc) due to dark text on dark background or light text on light background. It seems like certain text just doesn't contrast properly.
[prjkt.io] Nothex:
Not sure if anyone has found this yet, but Andromeda will force close immediately if system host files have been modified by Adaway app...
[prjkt.io] gjnicholson:
I am using Adaway without any force close of Andromeda. Using Domination theme with everything working as it should. Zero issues with unreadable text. Stock Oreo rooted on my Google Pixel.
[prjkt.io] scottjal:
Andromeda keeps getting disconnected recently. Phone isn't rebooting or anything, why is this happening?
[prjkt.io] cucumbers:
I get that applying or updating a theme - but only the notifications. Usually it needs a reboot to get resolved, which is a bit of a drag, but workable.
[prjkt.io] jAm-0:
Trying to download the Windows client and it's stuck looking for mirrors, any suggestions?
[prjkt.io] Leoknee:
That happened to me a couple times on that site. Try refreshing the page, or try again later
[prjkt.io] Purav786:
Unable to use andromeda ★ substratum on my pixel phone

I have installed both Andromeda and substratum app on my mobile and also the desktop client (both the Java script and batch file) on my windows 10 laptop.

As per the help video I restarted my pixel phone after installing Andromeda app and then connected my phone to laptop and strated the Andromeda Desktop client and I'm getting following error:

1) connect your device and retry ( in JAVA)

2) Demon not detected and then some error (in batch file)

So the desktop client says my device is not connected however I can easily access my device folders on my laptop.

I have also switched on usb debugging from developers option and still no luck.

Please do let me know what should I do in order to start using substratum theme engine without root.
[prjkt.io] metalcated:
Q: What happens if Substratum loads up to a blurry window saying "falling back to rooted mode"?

A: This means that Andromeda's client does not want to serve you, meaning that you probably are running an unlicensed/modified copy.

I am running 100% stock Android 8.0 and purchased Andromeda from the play store and get the above. I denied root because in the end I want to be able to use my phone completely unrooted. So the message rather than the above is "Could not fall back to rooted mode"

Running a Nexus 6P.

Thanks
[prjkt.io] behnam_one:
problem with andromeda desktop

hi when I start Andromeda desktop it keeps showing me this messege: sh:/data/data/project.andromeda/start_andromeda_mibil....

and nothing happens
[prjkt.io] Archangel:
I have to say this is one of the best apps for theming unrooted phones, working perfectly on my Pixel 2 with no problem and the directions were straight forward and easy.
[prjkt.io] razholio:
works well on pixel xl via crouton chromebook and swift black theme

I poured through this thread trying to get an idea of how well this worked and how risky it would be to try and I'd like to report that my ubuntu crouton chroot on my chromebook allowed me to run the linux script which (after approving trust from my chromebook in adb) instantly brought up substratum and allowed me to apply the swift black them to a subset of apps. I opted out of some of the more complicated ones that can cause issues with different versions of chrome, what's app, etc. I had to reboot to get the notification shade to show black, but all the ones I tested prior to boot were nicely themed and just as fast and fluid as before. I re-auth'd substratum after my reboot so I can make more changes if necessary, but so far, so good and the process works just as the howto and FAQ's describe.

To remove any ADB issues from the equation, I would suggest people first plug their phones into their computer and run 'adb devices'. Check your phone to see if you need to authorize trust of your computer, and verify that you see your device listed in the adb output (it should not report 'offline'). If you get past this stage, then it's unlikely you'll have any trouble with the script on the computer. Even if yer a windows user, I recommend firing up a linux VM to perform tasks like this because I've had so much less trouble connecting to my phones via linux than windows. There's no such concept as a 'usb driver' for your phone in linux. 99% of the time it just works.
[prjkt.io] AMC99:
I just got my google pixel and am trying to get the Andromeda Client on my Mac but it's not working. I have a 10.7.5 (old, I know), is that why I can't select a .dmg file? Or am I missing something?
[prjkt.io] xocomaox:
I just got it installed on my Pixel 2 XL and applied the Flux Oreo theme. Bootlooping.. Had to factory reset because it kept falling back to recovery. :/

Gonna try Swift Dark next. Probably a much more stable theme...
[prjkt.io] Ashish_Maurya:
I have both app on my OnePlus 3 ( beta oreo ), after successful connection, substratum app is not able to load overlays, it is stucking on loading overlay window and even sometimes it loads but doesn't show any overlay installed on devices !!!

Rooting phone breaks the ota .. that's whybi dont want to use it on rooted mode
[prjkt.io] vintagetechtm:
Thank you!!!!

I wanted to say thank you to all of the developers responsible for this!! This rootless substratum option makes my Pixel XL (Verizon edition) so much better. I was happy to pay money for the Andromeda app. Thank you again!!! :):good:
[prjkt.io] aiem:
Anyone else tried this on Xperia XZ Premium?

The Java application is not detecting my phone.
[prjkt.io] doctorjesusfabulous:
Help to remove this. No instructions anywhere, unrooted

I have the same issue with trying out a few themes. My phone won't let me add accounts, open up app store, tons of apps force closing, etc. I was just going to go back to stock for a bit until this has been thoroughly tested :)

Please help

Google Pixel Unrooted

Oreo 8.0.0
[prjkt.io] razholio:
First thing I think you need to try is a reboot after applying a theme. If that doesn't work, and the substratum app works for you, then you can use the recover option in the main menu to restore the stock theme and remove all others. I have tried only 'swift black' theme for oreo and it has worked well to them the systemui as well as most google apps. I actively avoid theming any apps that include version branches (pick which version you have because the app keeps changing it's resources) like whatsapp and chrome for eg.

If you cannot get substratum to work, you can always try disabling the theme in settings (Display -> Device theme). I'm curious if anyone has tried this with substratum theme induced bootloops by booting into safe mode and disabling the theme in settings?
[prjkt.io] speedingcheetah:
Same thing happened to me on my Pixel XL 1st gen. when i installed all the overlays for that theme. Borked the phone. had to reset. it tripped the factory reset fall back thing case system ui crashed instantly and continuous..

I prefer Sai's Oreo theme...just a basic black system ui theme. just what i want
[prjkt.io] BoozYooNit:
Installed on my Pixel 2 XL to use Swift Black on Settings and System UI stuff. Ran into errors with Settings overlays, and now I get white text on home screen pop-ups, on app names against the gray app drawer and in some Settings submenus. Looks like Swift Black will need to tweak their Pixel settings for the new phones.
[prjkt.io] doctorjesusfabulous:
I did quite a few reboots, tried to recover stock theme and remove others and nothing worked. Also Display -> Device theme is gone from my phone :( I did a factory reset now and I just had another Play Store FC. Craziness! Not sure if its an app that caused this just from installing possibly(Substrateum/Andromeda???). Waiting to hear back from Google Support. Thanks for the help Razholio!
[prjkt.io] razholio:
That's nuts, man. If yer having issues after reset, then it's unlikely to be substratum. The theme configs are stored in /data which gets wiped with a reset. I suppose it's possible android is restoring from backup something that could be at issue, tho.
[prjkt.io] GillaxGurilla:
Yeah, idk what the deal was.. Seems to have been a one-off issue for me.. Ended up doing a factory reset for other reasons and fixed the Andromeda check status issue I was having.. Still getting force closes, but only when something like Google play or my dialer app updates.. I just uninstall those layers until the full theme gets updated - usually later that day (aospUI Dark Theme (Gray) has been really good about that kinda stuff)..and if I'm away from my laptop, I go into settings - apps & notifications - app info and uninstall the individual layers that way.. Not sure if other themes are cool like that tho..

Edit: oh, and on Oreo, the device theme stuff is located in settings - display - advanced - device theme
[prjkt.io] mastamoon:
I know its super new.. but has anybody tried this with android 8.1 dev preview 1 on the Pixel/PixelXL?
[prjkt.io] Jonnyswboy:
I am trying to get it to work on 8.1. I am having a similar issue to some other people on this thread. I have Andromeda connected successfully with the green box. But when I open Subtratum, it says "could not fall back to root mode". I have tried restarting my phone, force stopping both apps, reinstalling both apps, etc.

I don't think this issue has to do with 8.1 itself, but I could be wrong.
[prjkt.io] speedingcheetah:
It caused severe crashes when it finally worked and applied theme. had to auto factory reset my buddys Pixel cause of it. If u read some articles, there are now changes to the built in theme and how it changes to dark. also the notification transparency thing.

I assume u must wait until all, substratum, andromeda, and the theme u want to apply is updated to support the new changes and API version.

I Don't see need for this now. U get dark them now if u have dark wallpaper. Thats all i wanted, a dark theme.