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[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
Yes. There you go. The ROM untouched in it's original state is the best I feel. I guess I have to clean flash the ROM :(
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Rajaujio:
True , coz yes android 9 is optimised, but hardware side we have only 3gb ram to wrk with, i mean , i honestly , would trade my daily driver pixel 2xl , for another a5, it design ergonomics its perfect, samsung made a gem of a phone , jst waiting for a zip which we can choose the csc
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
A5 2017 is indeed a gem. Only downside is lack of OIS (A5 2016 had it) they had to remove OIS mostly due to IP68 certification, hence a okish camera performance. This phone is one of Samsung's best ever. Before the A5 2017, no Samsung mid ranges performed well at all. A5 2017 was built upon the improvements implemented post the Note 7 fire issues. Also A5 2017 is actually the first Samsung phone after Note 7 to feature a USB C port.

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@Option58 I'm eagerly waiting for an update just for the sake of it :) Thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Rajaujio:
I didnt know that, yes indeed , and i think guys n gals at Samsung soon realised that they had made zee best ergonically phone, i mean in my opinion for hardware Samsung is best.. and ithen they made s8, no one can beat that desigm, apart from apples iphone se, design wise i mean,
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
Flashable zips only add or replace files.

To remove system files you boot into twrp and got to mount and check the box next to system.

Then head to advanced and tap file manager.

Make sure you're in the base directory and go to system/csc. Delete what you see there except for "others.xml".

If you flashed app lock and screen recorder as well, do these:

Delete a folder named "AppLock" in system/app and two folders named "ScreenRecorder" and "ScreenRecorderToggle" in system/priv-app

Then you should be good to go.

If you get duplicated settings try to replace the others.xml file in the main thread faq section.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
But I should root the phone first right?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
no need

I didn't know that but apparently you don't need root permissions to make changes to system files through TWRP
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
So you mean once I delete them as per your instructions, I'll get rid of the issues I'm facing now like battery consumption and slowness. I think I'll clean flash the ROM?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
Those of you who asked for zips, you still want one after the recent conversation? I was busy with my job but now I'm free.

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I can't guarantee, but wouldn't hurt to give it a try.

That's how you modify system files without root
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
Ok thanks for the info. Btw, do you have any idea on how to prevent unauthorized access to the phone after it has turned off. On phones with TWRP, anybody can just go to the recovery and access all data. How to prevent this?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
There are some ui zips for adding password protection to twrp, but then it's still not secure. Mr thief can flash another custom recovery and access data easily!

Take a look at here:

https://xdaforums.com/android/help/twrp-password-protection-thread-t2990816/amp/
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
However locking the TWRP doesn't prevent Mr thief from accessing your data by connecting the phone to a PC right?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
Once you use a custom rom, you unlock your phone's OEM lock which opens the way to flash any file a third party user wants. Meaning they can easily access your files through flashing another custom recovery.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Seagold:
I'm not seeing my US and UK CSC
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
Maybe only a5 gets malfunctions when flashing csc zips. As the rom is specifically built for a7 even though they're basically the same phone

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Same features for US?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Seagold:
Yes bro.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
[MENTION=7931261]Seagold[/MENTION]:

https://easyupload.io/ih4fd5

https://easyupload.io/s9mtj4

[MENTION=10540887]ishupk99[/MENTION]:

https://easyupload.io/el4bmf
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Seagold:
Bless you bro.

You will continue to grow in knowledge, wisdom and understand, in Jesus name. :svetius:
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
I just lost more than 10% battery while on idle for over 3 hours. Anyways, do you think we'll get One UI 2.0 based Android 10 ROM?

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[MENTION=8616512]timemaster377[/MENTION] I had gone to the authorized Samsung service center for battery replacement. They suggested me not to change the battery because my phone is on custom ROM stating that they cannot guarantee that the battery life will be as good as I expect like brand new because of custom ROM installed. He suggested me to use the phone for another 1 year or a bit more than that or until battery wears out completely. He also said since the backup is not really bad ,don't change it. Instead I opted to replace the back cover IP68 adhesive and re seal the phone because my phone was accidentally opened by me. U know how? I do use my phone for navigation in my car during long trips. So I was taking trial of a new type of car holder which sticks to the back panel of the phone directly with the help of vaccum. U just stick it to the phone and stick the other end to the dash or windshield. To remove it, u have to pull the vaccum from the phone. When trying to pull it out was so strongly stuck to the phone that my phone's back cover detached almost half way. But I immediately reattached it and by the time, the adhesive weakend quarter way through and now it's not fully tight as original. So I'll be replacing the seals.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Rajaujio:
My man, you zee best , muchos gracious, will definitely post feedback on the experience, ???, after installing the indian csc on the basic rom, time to get to wrk

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Jst re installed the original rom with the battery cosmetic change and the indian csc zip, hot digiddy damn this baby if flying , fingers crossed ???, i think i might start to cry hehhehehe,

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Cannot upload a screenshot but here r the results initial

With wifi dongle using jio network, i am getting 12MBps download n 1.2Mbps upload

Using airtel cellular network gettin 3Mbps down n 1Mbps upload, which sound slow but i am in a place where airtel shut down a tower so not full coverage but considering my location these results are damn impressive,

This is all related to indian handset a5 2017 after installing the indian csc zip
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
Glad to hear it has helped y'all!

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That's a posibility if a dev decides to work on porting the official android 10 from A750 (A7 2018) for A series 2017, but i wouldn't recommend installing it unless you're ok with more flaws in the smooth experience of the phone. Battery drain would also feel much faster. Although we didn't get stock pie but this rom is still optimised for our devices.

Nice of them to consider your best interest! But I've heard once your seal is broken there's no gaurantee you can put it back to its original state
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
The service center assured that it'll be like the factory itself. They're using the same material and they have all the required tools to work with. But since my phone has dents, they said water resistance is Kind of low. Do you think a dent makes a difference?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
Hmm... interesting, i was worried about the seal if i ever had to replace battery.

About the dent, it depends if it reaches the sides of the frame because that's where moist mostly finds a way in. I'd recommend try your best to keep your phone away from moist and only count on the seal when you accidentally spill liquids or drop the phone into water

I also have a small dent on the frame but it's in the middle part of the frame so i wouldn't worry about it much. I can confidentally say that if the dent wasn't there you wouldn't be able to tell if the phone has been used for two years. Phone cases do a good job at keeping the phone in pristine condition

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The security vulnerabilities about twrp has me worried. Can i flash stock samsung recovery on my device and still use the rom?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Option58:
In settings -> biometrics and security there is 'encrypt your device' option. It should make your data inaccessible via twrp.

But backup every single thing to your PC first. I have never tested this before, it may not work or wipe your entire data.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
I used case for 1 year that too Spigen Ultra Hybrid (best protection ever, Spigens are the best and even Tech21 cases are great, I had on my iPhone) and then removed it. Because I thought see why buy phone and use it with a case for 3 years and not enjoy the craftsmanship of it. There is no point if you can't enjoy the premium feel of it and cover the beauty all the time all these years. So now I use without case and yes there are tons of scratches at the back and few dents on the frame especially at the sides :( (fell from car two times right on screen. But thank God screen is fine. This phone is quite durable and strong for a glass phone. My phone is now 2.5 years old.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Seagold:
It works. I did it like 3 weeks ago.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
I thought of trying this before but I was afraid if I'll either lose all my data or more importantly my phone might get bricked forever and be unusable.

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Afraid as it might brick my device.

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So your TWRP is inaccessible by others or is your data safe from unauthorized access. How does this work on a rooted device. Please explain.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Seagold:
My data isn't accessible via TWRP.

You will need a password/ pattern to unlock your phone on half boot screen before final bootup.

After encrypting, you can't backup data via TWRP or restore data.

I will advice you have your rom backed up before doing this. Make sure you have all rooting and recovery files, stock rom in case anything goes wrong.

I did on lineageOS 17.1 though.

Don't know how to decrypt though....

I had to take my phone to software engineer to flash stock rom to access my data again and my data backup was wiped during flashing.

All this happened because i don't have a laptop.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
Seems like a risky affair. I'll better be safe than sorry. Don't want to brick my device or fall in the hassle of going back to stock and messing up things.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Seagold:
You can try it bro.

You will learn new things.

Is actually nice but am the type that backs up almost 2days interval.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
How's lineage os 17.1? Does it have the same problems as lineage 16? For ex: camera and things.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Seagold:
You need to try it to know
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayg197:
Great job, thanks. Downloaded, installed and testing
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
[MENTION=4315222]Option58[/MENTION] can we expect an update to this awesome ROM? Thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] matheusstout:
This rom have portuguese brazilian language ?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] George35000vr:
Yes
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ivaylo1977:
Im have a 520f one sim card ,how remove info for second slot ?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] AlexxRocha:
You have the option Portuguese (Brazil) but when selecting, it is only in Portuguese of Portugal (I use it this way and it does not disturb me, just commenting) ..
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] matheusstout:
I cant install twrp. OEM unlock missing
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Seagold:
What rom are you on
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] matheusstout:
ROM Stockl 8.0.0 Region Code ZTO
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] moozer:
Go here. Read it.

https://xdaforums.com/samsung-a-series-2017/how-to/guide-root-install-twrp-samsung-t3747535

Very important that you read the OP and the discussions.

I no longer have the device but the time and date trick worked for me several times. It doesn't work for everyone.

Always ensure the data you want to save is backed up before doing any modifications
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Rajaujio:
Update 19 feb 2020, indian a5 2017, jio volte also wrks, so does wifi calling , WhatsApp call are wifi type calls rite, anyways can make callls from WhatsApp as well, . As mentioned before i only made nevessary changes , i guess all, if i am allowed to be a wee bit greedy then two more things i would wish a zip for dual speaker activation and dolby atmos activation , ideally twrp zip,

I haven't even rooted this rom jst used the zip twrp ones made by te generous developer who are zee best ???

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Honestly personally i like wat option58 did with initial release, do we really want it updated , i mean i am running it , and its smother than stock , i mean damn , this is nothing short of a miracle
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
[MENTION=5650345]moozer[/MENTION] I'll be giving my phone to the Samsung authorized service center for resealing the back cover (ip68 adhesives). Now I'm running this ROM. Do you think the service center will flash the Samsung original stock firmware? And if they flash, what will happen to my phone. Any complications?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ronan Hansel:
It depends really. Where you live and its services

I tried to fix my Samsung tablet 's battery with CM 12 (Lineage OS rom pioneer) and they did only replace the battery without doing anything regarding software.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
Changed battery at a Samsung authorized service center? Did they check if it was rooted?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ronan Hansel:
Nope. Because initially I shuted down my tablet before giving to them. And the tablet's Warranty has already expired, hence I didn't worry.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
I bet you were worried if they would flash the stock ROM and mess up your lineage os setup. My question is what if they reflash my phone to stock. Will it get bricked? Can I flash a custom recovery and ROM again. I assume they'll flash the latest official firmware available. I'm afraid.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
You are asking for a hard repair. If they mess with your software they can be held responsible for that. I believe if they didn't want you changing the software they wouldn't have implemented an easy toggle in stock firmwares for unlocking OEM lock. They would be happy if you flashed custom roms so they can refuse waranty services.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Jmackley:
If they flash your phone to stock, you'd have to re install TWRP so I think it's probably worth taking a TWRP backup of current setup and then if they do flash stock you can restore the backup from external storage when you re install TWRP, avoiding data loss.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
So if they flash back to stock, all I have to do is flash TWRP? My phone won't go in factory state and get bootloader locked or something? Will I have to start installing custom recovery and do all the process from scratch? How does it work? For example if I go back to the latest samsung stock firmware, what changes will happen?

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I will tell them before the repair that the phone is rooted and custom ROM is installed and please don't touch the software. And they know that my phone is rooted and all but still you can't say if they flash stock. And if they go back to stock and mess up, I don't think they'll accept responsibility because they'll say my phone was rooted and it's my responsibility.

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I will tell them before the repair that the phone is rooted and custom ROM is installed and please don't touch the software. And they know that my phone is rooted and all but still you can't say if they flash stock. And if they go back to stock and mess up, I don't think they'll accept responsibility because they'll say my phone was rooted and it's my responsibility. Also, my phone's out of warranty.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Jmackley:
Going back to stock will likely put it into the state it was before you installed TWRP, all you would have to do is install TWRP the same way you did the first time by enabling OEM Unlock and then flashing through Odin so yes, you'd likely have to do it from scratch. Restoring the stock ROM shouldn't mess up your phone as they would be completely clean installing the stock software, like we would do before selling or giving away the phone and the phone should be usable
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
Can anyone please check to see if smart view is working for them? And by working I mean like connecting to a screen and streaming live display of the phone on the target screen.

I don't see anyone reporting this I'm starting to feel it's only my device being tricky. It shows the tv model but when trying to connect to the tv the phone says couldn't turn on smart view.

Other phones connect to the tv so the issue is not from the tv's side.

I also tried flashing diffrent versions of smart view. Didn't make any difference.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] coldgin_:
Hi,

Just checked and working perfectly fine connected to a Chromecast +TV

Yeah its not exactly the same scenario as you have, but still useful to see that the smart view function on this rom is not broken.

Maybe lacks something that makes it incompatible with your TV, nothing useful in logs? You can take one when you are trying to connect to your TV, if you still didn't.

Regards.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
My TV is LG UK6400PVC with Intel Widi/Miracast. Smart view in oreo worked just fine but now it won't.

Which wipes you performed before flashing the rom?

I did system, data, and cache. Could it be junk files from oreo that are causing the problem?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] coldgin_:
I did the same wipes as you did, I didn't format internal storage so I still have the leftovers of other roms.

I think that having you a TV with Miracast, maybe this ROM lacks some libs or configuration that makes it incompatible with your TV (and all TVs with Miracast included). Remember that this rom was conceived only for South Korea, and any "international" features were cut off. Maybe Miracast is not intended to work with Samsung phones in SK?

Really don't know, but it's a possibility.

Some other user that owns a TV with Miracast could make this test and share the results here?

Please try to take a log, maybe we can figure out what's exactly not working and why.

Regards.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
Thanks for taking time to reply.

Maybe that's the case.

Do i need adb to record logs?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] coldgin_:
No, just any app in the play store like extreme logcat or similar.

You must start the log capture just before opening the smart view app and stop it when SV crashes trying to connect to your TV. It should be enough to get any error.

If you're gonna to upload here filter it letting only error and warning lines. It's a text file, you will figure out how to do it and even you can detect the problem by yourself.

If not, just tell me and I will take a look.

Regards.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ivaylo1977:
Who have koreas boot.img for one sim A520F ?
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
I installed logcat extreme and gave READ_LOGS permission using adb.

Smart view crash doesn't submit any logs
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] coldgin_:
That's weird. Every app crash makes Android to save an entry in log with the full error description.

In fact, the log is being constantly spammed with all kind of **** being saved, that's why I asked you to filter it by errors and warnings only.

Try again letting more time after the crash to see if it saves something.

Regards.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] amyhopps10:
9.0 Korea's rom for A3 2017? (a320fl)
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] Ayaz A K:
A3 2017 is a completely different device and low end device. Although, I appreciate Samsung to give it the same design, IP68 certification and USB C port as A5 and A7. Basically, A3 2017 is a 2017 version of the Galaxy Alpha that was released in 2014. The last A series devices to have premium build and features were A8 2018 and A8+ 2018. 2019 onwards Samsung started cost cutting. There is no IP68 on the 2019 and 2020 A series. Also premium glass and metal body was changed and now it's plastic.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
Ok so i managed to get some logs regarding SmartMirroring.

I'd appreciate if you take a look at them. Thanks in advance!
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] coldgin_:
Hi, unfortunately the log doesn't show anything related to the unsuccessful connection to your TV. The log seems to have been taken too late, when smart view (smart mirroring) was closing, after the crash - the crash is not showing in the log, just the app closing and some trash errors -

So, try this. Close the smart view app if it's opened. Open extreme log and start it. Wait a few seconds, open the SV app and try to connect to your TV.

After the crash, wait some few seconds and stop the log capture.

Let's see what we get this time.

Regards.
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) ROMs, Kernels, Re] timemaster377:
Hello again!

After a few struggles i got a kind of hefty text file.

Heres the steps i took: (i used matlog because extreme log wasn't working fine)

I let the app run for a few minutes until there wasn't a stream of entries every second. Then i started smart view, got the error and let the app run for like 3 more minutes. After that i filtered for the word "Mirroring" and only errors, and saved the results as a text file.