yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Google Pixel 4 Questions & Answers] half_android:
Receiving the following error.. bootp is my patched image.

C:\Program Files (x86)\Minimal ADB and Fastboot>fastboot flash boot C:\Users\Scott\Pictures\bootp.img
target reported max download size of 268435456 bytes
sending 'boot_a' (98304 KB)...
OKAY [ 2.656s]
writing 'boot_a'...
(bootloader) Image missing cmdline or OS version
FAILED (remote: Failed to write to partition Bad Buffer Size)
finished. total time: 2.954s
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV Themes and Apps] Allbert:
I like to learn some of the secrets on how to program

mobile devices. I have some ideas for educational use

and I would like to do a tool for how to read. Something

like Speak & Spell...

Ideas are wellcome!
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV Themes and Apps] Medulla:
My idea for you is to learn to Google rather than expecting this forum and it's members to teach you how to develop from scratch.
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV Themes and Apps] Archer:
Calm down Medulla. No need to be aggresive :)

Allbert - the "learn to google" in Medulla's post is actually a link. Just click it.
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV Themes and Apps] dew.man:
You get tons of info/examples when you install Visual Studio with the MSDN Library.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] roberttaiwan:
Is it possible to export/transfer/extract WFS files from the Galaxy 4 watch to Watch Face Studio on my computer? I have a pre-installed watch face made by Samsung which I like, but there is one part of it I want to change (the UV indicator to stress level). I'm wondering if I can find where the WFS files are stored on the watch, and transfer them to my PC, then edit it on Watch Face Studio. If anyone can help, please let me know, thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] dalepl:
The watch faces on the watch are not in WSF format. They are apk files.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] roberttaiwan:
Thanks, so can I extract them and edit them somehow?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] dalepl:
Most likely no since when they are created the author will password protect them.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] TheKnux:
So I was sitting here winding down after a long day of work and was wondering what everyone's favorite or preferred custom ROM is/are. I'm a huge fan of features, ease-of-use, clean, neat, and organized UI, and something that won't bog down after 3 weeks of loading it with everything I use day to day. I'm currently on OOS 11 still because (like always) OnePlus likes to strip and/or forget to port a lot of features from previous operating systems when a new one is released REGARDLESS of them going through a "codebase merge" or not.

TL;DR: I wanted this to be a poll-based thread to see what all of you guys recommend, like, use, or prefer and why. What do you like most about it, what do you dislike about it, and if you could, what would you do to make it better or suit your needs? Feel free to go as in-depth as possible. I figured with all the BS going on in the world right now, this can be a laid back, opinionated but respectful thread.

Please remember, a lot of these devs are putting a lot of their hard work and effort into making these ROMs for us. Be kind to each other and the devs that bring you these awesome things. If it weren't for them or their time, well, we probably wouldn't be here, now would we? 😎

Also, if you liked this thread, let me know. I have a few other poll ideas I wanna throw out there.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] TheKnux:
So far I've used XtendedXS, and EvolutonX. Both were based on A12 at the time of testing.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] notnoelchannel:
i do use LineageOS on my tablet and on my Galaxy Y i use my own themed LineageOS/CM 12.1 ROM

Btw, I recommend crDroid, LineageOS
[OnePlus 9 Pro] TheKnux:
Also, just realized I put OOS and COS as options and thanks to @notnoelchannel , I realized I completely left LineageOS off the list. I guess I threw them in since they're both feature packed. Sorry peeps. I guess I just gave away a hint to one of my other ideas lol. That's what being sick, having little sleep, and posting this at 2:30am will do to you. 😂
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Mic90:
CarbonROM!
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Warrkill:
Using JaguarOS since my OP6T

Due to great privacy tweaks, built-in wakelock blocker and other tweaks
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Matija Gubec:
AICP on 1+ 8 Pro
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Zesty59:
Also been looking to see if a custom ROM would be good for me. Currently running OOS11 and trying out different kernels and I'm getting good battery life with Arter's and bluspark (7+hrs SoT). I'm looking for a ROM with good battery life and the ability to force immersive mode for apps, the biggest downside of OOS11 imo.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Arcide:
Are using AOD? I can almost never get 6+ hours. Same os and kernel, -25% gpu in FKM, AOD, QHD resolution, 120Hz (tried with forced, as well as auto), live wallpaper etc. Getting 5-6h regularly
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Zesty59:
No I'm not using aod. I tested fhd yesterday with no Bluetooth or location since I was at home and got 6hrs SoT by the time I was at 20%. Ill try a more realistic setup today with location on and such.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Zesty59:
So I tested my battery life with QHD, 120hz, Bluetooth and location always on, no aod and auto brightness. Over 32 hours I got just under 7 and a half hours SoT. Have you done app optimisation through adb or let it happen naturally by leaving your phone on the charger?
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Arcide:
No, what kind of optimization is that?
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Zesty59:
As far as I understand Android optimises apps when the phone is plugged in, at full charge and is idle. You can also force this optimisation through adb using "adb shell cmd package bg-dexopt-job". It can take a while for this to complete and its safe to disconnect the phone during this process. I've also read that the phone performs extra optimisation when its left on the charger but I'm not sure about that myself.

EDIT: heres a post that goes into more detail, OP also mentions this command in a comment - https://forums.oneplus.com/threads/...-and-battery-calibration-myths-busted.993896/
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Arcide:
Okay, I'm trying to run that command, but it seems to hang adb for a long time (nothing is shown on the phone). Hopefully it finishes soon. Thanks for the suggestion and the link
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Zesty59:
Yeh that's what it does there's no indication for it doing anything it just hangs until it shows process complete, confused me a bit too.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Arcide:
LOL I waited for nearly an hour, and nothing showed either on the phone or in the adb terminal. I just disconnected it, hopefully the command did something
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Zesty59:
Its mentioned in that thread that it can take between 30mins to 3hours. I think it took just over an hour for me. Leaving your phone plugged in overnight might be a better alternative.
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Arcide:
Oh okay, I didn't realize it could be such a lengthy process. I'll just leave the phone charging tonight then :)
[OnePlus 9 Pro] Zesty59:
Perhaps something else worth mentioning that has just happened to me, have you ever fully drained the battery? When I posted my SoT that was the first time I have ever drained the phone fully (I did it because my phone was lasting nearly an hour before dropping from 100 to 99 and was lasting about 20 minutes on 1 percent I assumed it wasn't aware of my full battery capacity). Since doing a full drain I think my battery is looking better, right now I'm running FHD+ 120hz no bluetooth or location and at 70% im at 3 hours of SoT with 8 hours off the charger. Thats around 10 hours of SoT with just over 24 hours off the charger which is insane.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] henvanvo:
ok can someone please tell me what kind of duties you pay when u order from clove from the uk to usa? i want to know should i order there or order from expansys usa. expansys usa is charging like 940 for the unit where as clove uk with the conversion rate is about 760

thanks
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] BuddyLee:
u pay the straight price and shipping only.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abdul.aziz:
I was also considering buying from them, but would appreciate feedback from anyone who's dealt with them. How is their service? How quickly do they action (dispatch) your order? Do they charge you immediately, or when they dispatch?

Thanks.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] matthewf01:
My shipment was delayed by 1-2 days since they required some additional confirmation of my shipping address in the US (another complication was I was shipping to WORK, different from my billing address!)

I emailed them asking about my order, at which point they said 'oh yea we require some additional infor since you're a "first time customer"', so I sent them a copy of a random bill, and a copy of the top of my paystub (since it had my work address on it -- they didn't ask for this). Said I was good to go and they shipped it later that day...

however I anticipated receiving (via DHL) this afternoon -- tracking now says its "on hold" -- I called DHL, and the phone did not clear customs. Apparently DHL did not add it to the cargo manifest so it was not cleared while in the air. Plane lands, they unload, have no record of customs clearance so they hold it. I had to send DHL a copy of my 1040, and apparently they do customs clearing late at night, which means my X1 is hanging out in Ohio right now (I'm in ATL); hopefully it gets moving, and FAST, once they clear it. But they said that could take 1-2 business days.

I am going to NYC on Wednesday, I REALLLLY want the X1 before then (you know, Google Maps n stuff :) )

But the Clove price was GREAT! Anticpated paying much more, especially considering other retailers are listing in the 8-900s+, where I thought I would have to be paying...
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 40oz2Freedom:
I ordered from Clove and they were awesome. Excellent communication, great price and delivered as promised. They notified me ahead of time about the credit card verification process (which is a good thing) so that didn't slow my order down. Other than that catch ordering through them, it was a smooth, easy transaction.

I ordered back at the beginning of October and didn't ship immediately so I can't comment on the processing time to ship for in stock items. However, I got an email on 10/20 saying my X1 would ship on 10/27 and they were right on. Also, my card was not charged until it was shipped.

Bottom line, I'd highly recommend them on price, service and quality. Not to mention super fast DHL 2 day shipping from the UK (for impatient people like me).:D

Hope that helps
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SCtud:
Clove was perfect. i had preorders on two other sites that were selling for $950-1000. 425 L + 37 L shipping = 462 L total. In USD, it translated to $739.77. $250+ cheaper than mobileplanet (expansys) or mobilecityonline.

ordered on oct 22nd. received an e-mail on friday the 24th regarding incoming inventory and authorization of credit card, shipped out monday morning the 27th, and received the 29th of wednesday in CT.

interestingly, the box is not sealed (i.e. didn't have the sticker that says nobody has opened it before). did anybody else's have one of those?
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 40oz2Freedom:
I noticed there was no seal too but completely forgot about it when I saw the X1, lol. It looked like they threw in a couple little fliers/ads for software and accessories so maybe that's why.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Keland44:
nice i wanted to know this also given that i was thinkin about ordering from clove also so how much in total were you goes getting them and what kinda shipping did you pay and get overnight? 2 day
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SCtud:
read my post? it's all answered there.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] neur0x:
I ordered with Clove on the morning of the 24th (this monday), they stated that i would be getting the device on the 30th or 31th (they should be getting stock on the 29th), i just found out now that they're only getting stock on the 12th of November and i had to ask why my order wasn't shipped yet. They didn't warn me before hand that i wasn't getting my order on the date they stated...
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fpbiii:
I ordered from Clove, UK.

1. I ordered it last Sat online (before the stock dried up :))

2. Called early Monday and had some trouble trying to get my Credit card company to give Clove the authorization number (Clove needs it to verify buyer but my CC company doesn't allow distribution to anyone. Finally, Clove just sent it out anyway). I got it WED!!!! No issues with Customs, etc.

3. I paid $712 for the phone (unbranded/unlocked) and 2 Day DHL shipping (which is almost $300 less than other competitors). It was a retail version and brand new.

4.. Their customer service was outstanding, really tried to help me get this phone. They shipped within hours of CC authorization and approval. I got Tracking Number within hours also. They if anything, are too cautious (thats a good thing) with their verification of orders.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND, VERY HONEST SELLER.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] puerrican85:
I ordered on the 27th of October (I think you meant 27th as well) and haven't gotten any email update yet. Which worries me because now I have to wait as well....uugggh.. Feel like ordering somewhere else then but they say patience is a virtue... T_T

EDIT: As far as a company I ordered from them my Touch Pro back in August and had no issues with the service. Just wish the x1 was more widely available.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mdshahed:
Clove The Best !!

I ordered my X1 on friday 10/24, had to call cc company to verify purchase.

received my phone yesterday 10/29.

excellent company and customer service !!

Cost $ 765 with DHL international.

Highly recommended !!

much better than Expansys who tried to charge me $965 for the phone, then tried to tell me that Clove is not a good company when i cancelled their order.

Cheers.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] veloaudio:
Did Clove tell you to call your CC company or did you do this on your own?
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] raegae2000:
Clove sucks.

I pre-ordered on October 8th thinking that I was assured a unit. Sadly I was mistaken. On Tuesday I had sent an email wondering what had happened to my unit. They replied asking me to send them a recent credit report or transaction number from my credit card company. I choose to send the transaction number since it seemed a safer solution. After checking my credit history I was amazed to see that I was yet to be charged. I sent an email telling them I could not send a transaction number since no transaction was placed, and decided to fax them a credit report stating my address. A day later they emailed me and offered their condolences as they had sold out of Black units and said that the people who confirmed the security check first would receive them first as there was a lot of demand. I told them they had only sent me a security check after requesting information as to the whereabouts of my order. They of course told me all security checks emails were sent out on the same day. This is absolutly absurred.

So to clarify:

-I ordered on the 8th of October

-First batch came in on the 24th

-They sold out on 27th

-Received email for security check on 28th

-Sent security check on 29th (early in the morning)

-Declined first batch on 30th

-Promised (?) a unit on the next shipment, November 12th.

My question is how they can advertize a product for pre-order if they sell the units on a first come first serve basis. Their clumpsyness is unactable.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] veloaudio:
Well I just got off the phone with Expansys. They tried to switch my order to a US order to "stop me from paying duties and customs taxes." The guy also told me that they always ship US orders from their UK store from the US and Expansys currently has 300 back orders right now.

The last part is the only bit of truth I got out of him. I've ordered from Expansys UK before and it came from the UK and I didn't have to pay any taxes. All he was trying to do was make me pay the higher price on the US website and wait longer. What a crock of #$%^

Long story short, I'm keeping my order with Clove even if I have to wait until Nov 12th for it to ship out. I might try eBay but I don't know if I'm going to risk it not to mention the prices are way too high.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bxsteez:
So are you saying that if you ordered from the UK expansys you wouldn't get it anytime? Or are u saying that the US expansys has 300 back orders?
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fhsieh:
+1 for Clove.

I ordered a TP back in August over a weekend, they processed the transaction on Monday (I sent them an email with the 6-digit transaction number for confirmation) and shipped it out same day. It missed the outbound DHL flight that night but was on its way the next day; had the TP in my hands by 11am Wednesday, west coast US.

For clarification, Clove needs you to confirm your CC only if you're a new customer. This is so that they don't end up exporting the phones to bad orders (black market, etc). As long as you've got your billing/shipping info all straight with your CC issuer (you might also call ahead to let them know to expect the charge in GB Pounds), there should be no major problems, except waiting for stock to arrive.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] veloaudio:
The guy was very vague and when I'd ask him to clarify he kept asking me how I wanted it shipped (Ground, 2 day, or Next Day)?!?! He made the statement that Expansys had 300 back orders (I would assume UK since the US store is still a preorder). He also said that they are supposed to get more next week but that the shipment wouldn't be enough to fill all the back orders. He was basically telling me that anyone in the US that ordered form the UK store really ordered from the US store (they would hand off the transaction to US). I should have hung up and called back when he said that because that is a lie.

Bottom line I don't know what the call really accomplished except that this guy was trying to scam me. I am inclined to believe the 300 back orders because of the demand for the phone. Take it with a grain of salt though.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bxsteez:
I thought it was slightly strange that with all the demand for the silver one they had 100+ listed this morning. I'm going to call them and see if they actually have some in stock or if they are just lying.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] veloaudio:
Please post what they tell you. I canceled my order with them because of my experience on the call.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bxsteez:
I'm having my friend call them but he can't seem to get through. He keeps getting a busy signal. Did you have that same problem?
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bxsteez:
I just got off the phone with the US store and they say they have about 100 and something back orders but the guy said they are getting a shipment today that should let them fill all of those and have some left over. So i'll call back in 1 hr to make sure this is the case and i will post what i hear.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rajivgk:
Clove was excellent!

I ordered mine on Oct 21st. They asked for my CC address confirmation this past Monday. There was some confusion on my part as I gave them the wrong cc number (brilliant, I know) but they were very quick on the response and I got my wonderful phone yesterday. Can't stop playing with it. And as a complete noob to Win Mo, I am a happy camper. I even installed TF3DHD on this bad boy...
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bxsteez:
It appears the ones that expansys got were all silver ones. If you want a silver one u have to order one right now! There is no eta on the blk one
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] veloaudio:
Are they $950? That's $200 more than Clove.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fhsieh:
Back in August when I got my TP from Clove, £425 came out to ~$900.

That's just how exchange rates go.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bxsteez:
When i use the currency converter its only 866 dollars on expansys UK site. If you are using Amex card then u have pay a 2% surcharge on clove's site and that brings them up to like 780. If you get a 16 GB card with the xperia on expansys u are paying like 895 and from what i saw on ebay they are going for like 75 dollars so that is like a 40 dollar difference from clove and u get it now instead of who knows how long.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] veloaudio:
Broke down and ordered a silver one form Expansys USA. I got 1 of 3 remaining from their first shipment. Order has processed but won't ship until Monday so I should have it Tuesday. Looks like I'll be canceling my Clove order.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bxsteez:
Yea i broke down and just ordered mine from expansys with a 16GB micro sd card. I ordered the blk one though so who knows when i'll get it.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] henvanvo:
i canceled my order from expansys. their customer service is crap. i read everywhere that people get update emails from clove about their product. i had to constantly email or call expansys for information about the device and now i see that with the current conversion rate would only cost 689 to order one from clove, i might go that route. but what i really started this thread for is to know from someone who have ordered from clove uk to the usa, to know if there is any import fees or taxes or tarrifs. ive ordered things from over abroad before and have sometimes paid up to 25 percent in tarrifs to bring them into the usa.

thanks
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bxsteez:
I can tell u that i ordered my touch pro from handtech.co.uk and didn't have to pay any import fees or anything but i ordered a 7 inch VGA screen for a carputer and i had to pay a 30 dollar tax on that
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] BuddyLee:
I placed my order with Expansys UK to get the xperia shipped to the us. My order went through without any problems and I got it the day after. I didnt have to pay vat or anything ... just for the phone and shipping.;)
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Elusivo:
hi

Got my xperia this thursday from clove, writing this with it right now :) loving it :) but as i've read someone say, the box was not sealed, which seems weird, and i thought the phone came with a 4GB card and a protective sleeve cover.

Does it really comes without those or was i ripped off?

thanks
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fhsieh:
Pretty sure the 4GB card was only a rumor. And I think the protective sleeve is just a promotion for German users who register their phone.

A lot of people are complaining that the box doesn't come sealed, so you're not the only one. But Clove should be good for the money, so I don't think you were ripped off.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] miky7:
Are there any discount codes for Clove?
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gaz@usgermanlawyers.com:
We have dealt with Clove (Chris) for years and can only say they work great.We bought 7 Xperia for the offices and all have been delivered on time.The price and the service are excellent.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] QEntity:
Got 2 XPERIA from Clove. Excellent service.
[XPERIA X1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Spider_:
Keyboard, how it looks?

Newbie here, I tried to install keyboard to my X1, but I'm getting a message "It could not be installed", is there any sceens of this keyboard?