yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] sirxdroid:
Not a bug report but rather just an observation. I use EXKM to monitor battery drain because I'm new to this phone and I'm trying to establish a baseline to know what to expect from it. For January while on stock kernel and ROM, idle drain used to be about 0.5-0.6%/hr. But after the Feb patch I decided to give Flash kernel a try. After the first boot idle drain went through the roof around 12%/hr. When I noticed I rebooted the phone and it now seems to be 0.57%/hr. Phew, glad to see it's back to the baseline. Not sure what was keeping the phone awake after the 1st boot.

Traditionally I've used BBS to monitor wakelocks but BBS latest beta doesn't work well at all on this phone (it takes forever to refresh stats and shows all 100% stats -- there are similar reports in the BBS thread and the author is silent about it). So ... any other similar apps that help keep an eye on the wakelocks and of course that work well with this phone?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] tspnews:
I Have been using System panel since it came out and love it. Moved from my note 4 to the XL and still use it. Well technically I am using System panel 2 now. Havent found and issues so far with using it on the XL. does wake locks and a ton of other monitoring. You can use it without root but has more if you use root.

From nextapp the same people that make fx file explorer which is great too.

_tsp
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] clothednblack:
Has anyone tried this kernel with DU yet? Just downloaded it but won't be flashing till tomorrow after work and was curious if this works well together.

TIA
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] dadoc04:
thanks for the heads up that DU is available ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Oh yeah it does ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] shindiggity:
How'd you get clock on the left Gravity box?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] chikimonke:
My guess is an option in DU
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] shindiggity:
Didn't think it was in the latest.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
You would be correct! :good:

Look up! ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] shindiggity:
Nice, glad it was added!! No center though, hmm.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] iamjimmy:
Thanks for this. Could we just use a root explorer to copy magdisk , kernel and TWRP in the /tmp folder - instead of using adb?

I'm thinking that I can put TWRP.zip, magdisk,.zip and kernel.zip on /tmp using solid explorer.

Then fastboot boot TWRP

Get an error on not being able to decrypt.

Use TWRP GUI to navigate to /tmp

Use TWRP GUI to flash TWRP, kernel and magdisk in that order

So this way even though I cannot access /data partition , I can still flash

Reboot and delete files in /tmp

Profit

Would this work or am I doing anything wrong? Thanks in advance.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] nathanchance:
The /tmp folder is just what it implies, it's a temporary folder and its contents get reset every reboot.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] iamjimmy:
Thank you. That makes sense.

The last question : would i be able to navigate to tmp folder using the TWRP GUI or would I need to use fastboot and adb to flash the zip files instead of using TWRP.

Thanks again.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Ksehwail:
Anybody know if the latest kernel will work with 8.0? I downgraded due to the multi touch bug I was facing..
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] nathanchance:
You can use the TWRP GUI to flash the files.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] pantmunu:
Can I use this kernels boot.img on maagisk to patch and achieve root ? Pardon me if this has already been answered but just got the pixel 2 xl and I'm kinda skeptical about flashing twrp yet so ..
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
He already has his kernel in boot.img and zip formats. So, yep :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] pantmunu:
So patch it with maagisk and flash the patched I'm gonna and dtbo.img via adb right .. thank you.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Patch it with magisk, then fastboot it from bootloader mode. Don't think you'll need the dtbo.img, since his kernel now recognizes if your on stock or custom rom and won't patch the dtbo.img :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] sirxdroid:
You don't need to install TWRP. You can simply boot TWRP without installing it, flash Flash kernel zip, Magisk zip and that's it, the stock recovery will stay.

fastboot boot twrp-3.2.1-0-taimen.img
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] CyberpodS2:
But to be honest there is not much to be concerned about and life is much easier... just saying...
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] State.of.mind:
If I didn't update to the Feb security patch can I just flash update as I normally do?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] nathanchance:
FYI, the camera won't work without the full February security update. Only flash 2.16.1 when you update the ROM.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] thereason00:
I updated to Feb android patch, and am running Flash 2.16.1. I did flash-all.bat with -w removed, removed security, booted twrp, flashed twrp, flashed kernel, flashed magisk. Now, in Magisk Manager, it shows Magisk is active, root applied, etc.

When I install the updated stock image, I use TiBu to uninstall a couple apps (calculator, google play movies, etc.) after install because I don't need/use/want them. However, this is the first time where I uninstall the apps in TiBu, it crosses them out like they're uninstalled, but if I reboot my phone, the apps are still there and functional. So it's like root isn't actually working anymore for me, at least completely? (if root wasn't active at all, TiBu wouldn't work at all, so also an indicator that Magisk patching worked)

Also, Ad-Away says hosts files are enabled and up-to-date, but doesn't appear to be working in my browsers/apps. (also, if root isn't detected the app doesn't work at all, so another indication Magisk patching worked, at least partially)

Any suggestions for things to try out to fix this? Seems like this isn't happening to others at the moment. Thanks!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] D-m-x:
Tibu Uninstall Feature never worked correctly with Magisk, it also defeats the whole purpose of Magisk either way (not touching /system). You can check this if you hit uninstall in TB and after that open the App, it will still work. Either freeze the Apps or boot into TWRP, mount system and delete unwanted apps manually. As for Adaway I'm sure your Magisk is working.

Apply the Hosts file again, check if you enabled systemless Hosts in Magisk Manager and try it in some site where you're sure Adaway should work.

Gesendet von meinem SHIELD Tablet K1 mit Tapatalk
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
You can also your root browser and uninstall the apk. Works well for me.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] thereason00:
TiBu uninstall feature has literally always worked for me up until i tried it with the Feb image. I uninstalled calculator and play movies after flashing Jan image (and Dec, and Nov). They get crossed out in TiBu GUI. I restart phone, apps are completely gone. I dirty flashed Feb image, the apps come back, obviously. But now uninstalling through TiBu, they get crossed out in TiBu GUI, I restart phone, apps are still there. This has only happened with Feb image. Wasn't sure if a Google/Android change would be causing it or Flash kernel since I updated them both at the same time, so I figured I'd ask here.

Systemless hosts was not enabled in magisk manager, I've enabled it now.

I'm just gonna try dirty flashing everything again and see what happens.

---------- Post added at 07:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:18 PM ----------

What exactly do you mean uninstalling from a root browser? Just deleting the apk from the system apps folder?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Yep, that's what I mean :good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] CyberpodS2:
Yep, exactly... If you were to open up one of the "debloating" scripts all over xda you'll see that's what they do.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] salada2k:
I tried sideloading the Feb OTA which appeared to work, but didn't. Rebooted and I'm still on Jan security level. Was running kernel 2.15 w/Magisk patch.

Question: do you need to downgrade to stock kernel before trying to apply the OTA? I don't know why my sideload didnt work. End game here is to install 2.16.1.

Thanks for any info and if you're reading Nathan, thanks for the awesome kernel!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] clothednblack:
You can use the flash-all method (removing - w) to update to Feb. Make sure to clear all overlays in substratum 1st just to prevent any issues.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] salada2k:
Thanks a bunch! Giving that a go now.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] drewski_1:
i use a USB-C flash drive to skip the ADB push steps
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Ap3xGam3r:
I just installed this kernel, but I have a problem with the color settings with Exkernel Manager...why is it that when I reboot my phone, and it says that exkernel settings have been applied, my color settings don't change until I manually go back into advanced color options? Is there a fix for this? Thanks
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Is apply on boot ticked in the top right?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Ap3xGam3r:
Yep, it still doesn't work...it works on kernel audiutor tho. Weird.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Dang ghosts in the machine! Mine works fine, go figure. Got my colors set to saturated if it matter.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Prattham:
Under display you are running saturated mode? And after that you tweaked your colors more is that right?

If yes then share the ss? The one above doesn't contain all the options
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
These are all the KCAL profiles from my 6p. Just open ElementalX in your root browser, and paste em there ?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/12LGcLTX_4H6IHtLgHAXJvTsZ76B6uPLv/view?usp=drivesdk
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] thagabe:
Stupid question, probably, but if all i do is unlock bootloader and flash this kernel (no root or anything else) will i still be able to receive ota for security patches? or will i have to sideload the ota?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Alxoom33:
You will need to flash the Google factory images. Much better than OTA.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] State.of.mind:
Does this kernel work well with the DU Rom?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Oh that it does! ???
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Az Biker:
Just flashed it yesterday with DU.

If it hangs at "android" after the first boot (more than a minute or two) hold power button, reboots normal.

Haven't had any issues to this point < 24hrs running Du with Flash kernel. I did notice overnight my active drain % was a bit lower than usual... whatever that is worth :p

Not sure if this is a issue with Flash Kernel or an issue with a cust kernel.

Either way, IF it sticks, it's only on first boot and goes away with hard reboot.

Not taking anything away from the DU kernel, Nathan's work is top notch, clean, and simply works...

If his kernel is available for the device I'm running, I'll use it over any other kernel.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] bobbarker2:
:good::good::good:

OT, how is DU compared to stock in terms of experience? I've read the features and customizations it has but wondering if it's worth the time of flashing/setting up..

Also the battery drain can I'm probably will go away the longer you run it... Android has all sorts of fancy stuff to adapt to your usage but you probably know this already. There's always a settling in time.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
This is what I think ?

https://xdaforums.com/pixel-2-xl/how-to/dirty-unicorns-pixel2xl-released-t3747780/post75533726
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Az Biker:
I agree with [MENTION=3730810]Badger50[/MENTION]... it's a custom Rom and has several customizable features (no cog/gear battery icon though)..

It feels smoother, but that could be a placebo effect from having my first cust rom on my 2 XL.

As with most things in Xda, flash it, run it, decide for yourself if it's what you want, or like.

If not, fastboot current factory img and return to your previous det up (kernl, magisk, etc), restore your factory backup in TWRP, and you're back to where you were.

It really is SO easy to jump back and forth now (not back to an older security version, but from cust rom to factory to cust rom...

Just one guy's humble opinion :D
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] bobbarker2:
Thanks for the feedback [MENTION=3730810]Badger50[/MENTION] and azbiker.

I'm just very wary of custom ROMs on the pixel. Been burned too many times where I did everything "right" doing a full backup only to find that I can't restore or the restored ROM has inexplicable problems that weren't there before.

Maybe I'll just do an adb backup..
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] State.of.mind:
Idk if it's just me, but this rom made DU faster and smoother.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Prattham:
You meant kernel :p
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] thenags:
After patching your boot image with Magisk it goes from 40mb down to 25mb. Is this normal? I do see in 'About Phone' your kernel seems to be loaded up.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] nathanchance:
That's normal because Magisk strips the AVB signature from the boot image (since the tool to sign it is in Python, which isn't terribly portable for arm64).
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] thenags:
Gotcha. Thanks for the info :cool:
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] i42o:
[MENTION=6842057]nathanchance[/MENTION] I followed your work for angler, and really think your work is good. Any chance you can support marlin? We need some kernel love
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] nathanchance:
Only if someone sends me one :P

Sorry, I can't do blind builds. I tried it with the Nexus 5X and it was a living nightmare.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] alphamale:
Delete
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] CyberpodS2:
Deleted the deleted.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] alphamale:
Does anyone know if any of these wakelocks are safe to block?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] nathanchance:
Update!

This is probably one of the best tested releases ever because of how much time I've had to do so :) I'm pretty proud, it's a large update as I have brought in the latest EAS commits from kernel/common. I think they have improved battery slightly but Google Play Services decided to have a hay day so I clean flashed two days ago and haven't been able to run it enough to get solid numbers. Oh well, was good before that! Standard Linux version bump as well, lot of good security and stability improvements there. Enjoy :)

Remember any and all bug reports need to include logs and clear steps to reproduce (see the info in the OP). You should also know what version it started with. If you want to be a tester and get builds before they are released here or just hangout, feel free to stop by Telegram!

Short changelog

Linux 4.4.116

Latest EAS commits from kernel/common

Some small patches found by [MENTION=6552280]MSF Jarvis[/MENTION]

Downloads

Primary: http://nchancellor.net/downloads/kernels/taimen/8.1.0/stable/

Mirror: https://github.com/nathanchance/fk-zips

Commits

Kernel: https://github.com/nathanchance/wahoo/commits/oreo-mr1
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Reuben_skelz92:
Hmmm this kernel or DU kernel??. Running DU lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
If you like a few extra tweaks, and the latest in upstream changes, well.....your in the right place ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] clothednblack:
Finally made the jump to this kernel on DU... What the heck was I waiting for? Lol
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Taking too much advice from some schmuck in Kansas could have been a mitigating factor! ????
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Reuben_skelz92:
I've just flashed too. Always ran it on stock but haven't on DU yet. See how it goes
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] clothednblack:
Those darn flat landers! :p
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
And then some!! ???
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] otonieru:
Previously happened to me as well.

Fixed by whitelisting EX from doze and brevent.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Reuben_skelz92:
Never known it not to be like this
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] trizzv:
Im still on stock January security update with 2.17. Can anyone tell me steps to update? Im unable to install the February Security Update from System updated.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Prattham:
Remove your lockscreen security

Disable any substratum theme

Download the full image for Feb from google dev site

Extract the zip in your folder where you have adb and stuff or your platform tools folder

If you are on windows then rename flash all bat file to txt and edit on notepad and remove - w at the end of the file ( this is so that your data isn't wiped)

Then rename it back to bat file

Open cmd in that folder

Reboot device in bootloader mode

Check if your device is connected and recognized by typing adb devices or fastboot devices

Your serials number should appear

Then just type flash-all command and let it do its job

Device will reboot automatically

In the cmd Type adb reboot bootloader

Fastboot boot twrp img (name of your TWRP img) make sure to have twrp img in same folder

This will temp boot twrp then flash twrp zip flash kernel and. Magisk

Reboot and profit :good:

Cheers ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Nekromantik:
is it possible to flash this via flashify app or similar?

or do I have no other choice but to remove fingerprint and then use twrp?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] fantasy2c:
Hi everyone. I've had to go back to full stock for last little while because on custom ROMs and this kernel I've been having soft reboot issues that r random. Ill go to do something on my phone and just randomly goes to boot logo screen, going to post a few screenshots of error logs around time it happened if anyone could help that would be great. Can post the log file if that would be better.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Az Biker:
Thanks Nathan for your consistent and rock solid updates! As long as you're making them, my devices will be running Flash kernels!
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
What he said!! Thanks as always Mr. Jedi Kernel Master! ?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] pantmunu:
Is there any app that I can use to flash the boot.img .. currently away from my computer
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Badger50:
Twrp can flash the boot.img.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] pantmunu:
No twrp here. Rooted with magisk
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] nathanchance:
You can push the zips to /tmp using adb and install them from there in TWRP.

FlashFire can.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Nekromantik:
cheers
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Roger.T:
May the force be with him...?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Alxoom33:
Check in FlashFire thread to make sure it is compatible with latest Magisk version, I've read there have been some issues.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] E30Nova:
Anybody have fingerprint issues with 2.17?

Literally just flashed 2.17 and magisk and couldn't add fingerprints. It just kept saying sensor was dirty, try again later.

Reflashed 2.16-1 and had no problems adding fingerprints.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] nathanchance:
No, I clean flashed with 2.17 four days ago and had no issues with adding my fingerprints. I just deleted and re-added another. I did have some issues with my left hand but that's because of my guitar callouses lol, right had no issues.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] ruciz:
Calls completely broken on 2.17. Worked fine on 2.16.1. I'm getting no sound from speaker. Speaker phone cannot be enabled.

Also battery drain went from 2.3% to 6%+

reverted to 2.16.1 all is back to normal.

I do have a call recorder and did recently install Viper4Android to fix the speaker vibration/overdrive. Will attempt again with those disabled maybe?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Az Biker:
I flashed 2.17 earlier today.

After reading these I added, removed, added fingerprint with no issues.

Battery is at 2 hr 5 min SOT from 85% to 67% ... ( I unplug at 85% charged)

All call features work fine (I did not attempt to block a call yet)

Both speakers work fine.

DU RC build (Feb security)

TWRP 3.2.1-0

Flash 2.17

Magisk 15.4
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] sharkie405:
Fingerprints and calls all work fine for me on 2.17. I don't have a call recorder installed, but I do have viper4android installed.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] nathanchance:
Correlation does not equal causation.

I've used the speakerphone on a call without any issues on 2.17 (I just dialed voicemail and activated it, zero issues).

Battery drain has been fine for me.

Yes, you should ALWAYS uninstall any mods that may remotely have an effect on the issue before reporting it to me.
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] kingmikel:
Mind me asking why you unplug at 85%? And what % do you try to plug in at?
[Google Pixel 2 XL ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Az Biker:
When the 6P's (in general) started showing battery issues, I researched a few apps and suggestions to maximize the life of the battery, or potentially delay early battery failure.

I went with Accubattery, as it recommends NOT charging the battery to 100% , or leaving the battery plugged in overnight. I know there are many schools of thought on whether or not this helps, or whether or not leaving it plugged in hurts, I'm not sure weither way, so I'll defer to someone else who might know :D

In any case, Accubattery reco unplugging the battery at 80% to extend the life of the battery, and to plug it back in around 10%...

I made a small adjustment so I get 75% of the actual battery life and I unplug at 85% and plug back in at 10%...

ATM I am at 66% with 2 hr 25 min SOT. So roughly 20% of batt life has given me 2+ hrs SOT... This usually equates to about 5-5.5 hrs SOT by the end of the day, which is MORE than enough for me and my usage habits.

Does it truly help? I have no idea, but I'd be willing to bet it doesn't hurt. Sorry the response got away from me and went long.

As with most things, download it, try it for a few weeks, make an assessment through your own experience.